Oldsmobile VISTA-CRUISER 1970, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...I wner s anua Important Operating Safety and Maintenance Instructions VISTA CRUISER www PlandeGraissage org...

Page 2: ...n Return to him for Guardian Maintenance Service and any other assistance you may require To assist Dealers in handling your needs Oldsmobile maintains a number of Zone Offices through out the country...

Page 3: ...ning or lane changing so you won t run into the unexpected Maintain proper spacing and check rearward conditions too When the light turns green make sure cross wise traffic has stopped before starting...

Page 4: ...e or dig your wheels in deeper Sand rock salt Liquid Tire Chain or a piece of carpeting under the drive wheels can help if you do not get begged down 3 Remember that wet ice at about 32 F is extremely...

Page 5: ...pper door panel All doors can be locked from the outside by first depressing the door lock button and depressing the out side door handle plunger while closing the door Once closed release the plunger...

Page 6: ...on When leaving your car unattended Set the parking brake Place automatic transmission selector in Park Reverse for manual trans mission Turn key to LOCK position Remove the key Lock all doors The ign...

Page 7: ...to run but not have enough power to keep running In that case continue cranking with the acceler ator fully depressed until the engine clears itself of excess gasoline and runs smoothly Exhaust Gas W...

Page 8: ...when parking or when starting the engine The selector lever must be pulled toward you before it can be moved to this position NEVER move the seleetor lever to the Park position when the car is moving...

Page 9: ...ot race engine Avoid spinning wheels when trying to free the car Three Speed Manual Transmission All forward gears on the Oldsmobile 3 speed manual transmission are fully syn chronized This transmissi...

Page 10: ...ms of the Manu facturer s New Vehicle Warranty I FUEL ENGINE GRADE V 8 350 cu in 2 Bbl low compression 4 Bbl high compression V 8 455 cu in 4 Bbl high compression fuel filler Tube Location Regular Pre...

Page 11: ...35 mph However the drive wheels rear wheels must be raised off the ground or the drive shaft disconnected when the transmission is not operating properly or when a speed of 35 mph or distance of 50 m...

Page 12: ...inflation recommendations outlined in this Owner s Manual should be fol lowed When towing trailers the allow able passenger and cargo load as shown in the instructions for tire inflation pres sures l...

Page 13: ...ir Conditioning Outl t 11 Ash Tray Ooor 12 AU Tray 13 Right Cent r Air Conditioning Outfet U Coumsy L ht Switch 1 Glove Box Door 16 Rotary Glove Box Lock and Latch 17 Driving and Dome Light Switch 18...

Page 14: ...Thfs light lets you know the warning signal is operational Should the light faU to come on see your OldsmobUe Dealer When the engine is started the warning light should go out In certain types of malf...

Page 15: ...g open the ash tray door and slide the ash tray out to the stop then lift up on the forward edge as you pull it towards you Cigarette Lighter Push the cigarette lighter all the way in to operate When...

Page 16: ...should not_aIIotructecIby improper lloor mats or odier lutezfeaing material under the pedal Parking Brake The parking brake operates by cables to the rear wheel brakes independently of the regular fo...

Page 17: ...warning flasher system on your vehicle front and rear signal lamps should be used to warn other driv ers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard However you should do everything pos sible to avoid stopp...

Page 18: ...wise The headlamp circuit is protected by a circuit breaker in the light switch An overload on the breaker will cause the lamps to flicker on and off If this con dition develops have your headlamp wir...

Page 19: ...o operation of the vehicle This will impJOve driver s vision during in itiaI operation To Control the Blower Forced air for heating or defrosting may be obtained by moving the fan switch lever upward...

Page 20: ...collision may be spread over the strong hip bone structure and not across the soft abdominal area For retractor equipped belts pull the retractor half of the belt to a solid stop to make sure that th...

Page 21: ...elt can be extremely hazardous to the wearer in case of an accident In addition the use of a shoulder belt is not recommended for a person less than 4 feet 7 inches in height because the belt would cr...

Page 22: ...pounds The Child Seat is designed for use emly by children who are able to sit up by themselves weighing up to 30 pounds Cars Not Equipped with Special Child Restraints If a child is traveling in a v...

Page 23: ...forehead on the backs of his hands A front seat passenger wearing both shoul der and lap belt should lean into the shoulder belt place hands and forearms on top of the instrument panel with elbows ou...

Page 24: ...ok to the rear during backing oper ations The inside day night rearview mirror incorporates a triple jointed mount ing so the driver can position the mirror vertically and horizontally to suit his dri...

Page 25: ...sing Seat Push down on forward edge of seat back to release filler panel Pull up floor panel and fold it flush to seat back Holding filler panel flush to back lift seat back up and rearward until it l...

Page 26: ...sed poSition CAUTION Under some conditions driving with the tailgate window open can permit exhaust fumes to enter the vehicle see E haust Gas Waming page 6 If it is desired to drive with the tailgate...

Page 27: ...sed into the back body opening The manual window is operated by a regulator control handle located in the tailgate outer panel The power window can be operated by one of two control switches one on th...

Page 28: ...o the HIGH position By depressing the washer button as s own the windshield washers spray a solution on the windshield and wipers automatically start operating When the washing action is completed the...

Page 29: ...several days apart may be needed to properly adjust the clock mech anism for any major correction Courtesy and Dome Lights The dome light is controlled by the head light switch Turning this switch ful...

Page 30: ...e desired temperature comfort at your fin gertips For ease of operation the coo troIs are combined with heating controls in the same panel Dash Outlets At the right and left ends of the instrument pan...

Page 31: ...Humidity Control The compressor is engaged by moving the air lever to NORMAL or MAX position Once en gaged the compressor will run until the ignition switch is turned off This will re move humid air f...

Page 32: ...ackward will provide corresponding movement of the seat assembly Moving the switch up or down will raise or lower the back portion of the seat assembly Power Window Controls With this optional power o...

Page 33: ...is free from atmospheric static and man made in terference such as neon lights power lines ignition systems etc Nannal FM recep tion should be almost noise free unless the radio is tuned to a very wea...

Page 34: ...ture gauge oil pressure gauge tachometer and clock Tbe generator light glows when the igni tion switch is turned on but goes off when the engine is started If the Gen light ever goes on with the engin...

Page 35: ...Shock Absorbers allow you to ride with the load space of your Vista Cruiser fully loaded but with no annoying sag or bumps Air is added to the rear shocks as needed through the air valve located on t...

Page 36: ...checked and oil added when ever needed Also the oil should be changed at the intervals specified in this manual with the proper quality and vis cosity of oil If your engine should run excessively low...

Page 37: ...ainer securely DiHerentia Standard Check lubricant level at each engine oil change period and keep filled to level of filler plug hole with GM 1051022 GM 10500Bl Or SAE 90 multi purpose type gear lubr...

Page 38: ...cifically not recommended and will in crease operating costs However in cases of specific problems which may arise under certain conditions additive supplements are available that can effectively and...

Page 39: ...eed The following chart will serve as a guide for selecting the proper oil viscosity RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY NUMBER 10W IOW 30 IOW 40 10W 40 lOW 5W 30 IOW 30 IOW 40 5W 5W 10 5W 30 Temperature Range...

Page 40: ...hange fluid every 12 000 miles Likewise oper ators of cars in commercial use such as taxicab limousine or patrol car service where the engine idles for long periods should change fluid every 12 000 mi...

Page 41: ...o that it has free travel before the clutch actually begins to disengage The pressure of one finger should be enough to push the pedal in about inch to 1 inch before resistance of the clutch spring is...

Page 42: ...20 F _32 F in Canada a sufficient amount of an ethyl ene glycol base coolant meeting GM Spe cificiation 1899 M should be used The following chart will serve as a guide in protecting the cooling system...

Page 43: ...ark Also avoid getting battery fluid which is a sulfuric acid solution on skin on cloth ing or other fabrics or on painted sur faces Eye protection should be worn while working on the battery for any...

Page 44: ...Remove wheel cover using the flat end of the jack handl 6 Loosen but do not remove wheel nuts by turning counterclockwise 7 Insert jack handle in jack grasp finn Iy and jack the car off the ground 8...

Page 45: ...ormance for all normal operation When inflated as recommended in the tire inflation pressure table they have the load carrying capacity to operate satisfactorily at aU loads up to and including the fu...

Page 46: ...gers I 10 5Passengers 300 Lbo Luggage 750 Lb 1200 Lbo L oad Maximum load Vista Cruiser fronl Rear Front Rear 24Lbs 32 Lbo 22 Lbo 25 Lbo 1 Tire inflation pressures may increase as much as 6 pounds per...

Page 47: ...detergent In severe cases road oil and tars may be removed from aluminum by using a chem ical cleaner which is specified for use on acrylic finishes Strong alkali soaps or abrasive cleaners such as s...

Page 48: ...ll Cleaner or a tire cleaner that will not harm aluminum trim may be used to remove grime dirt and stubborn scuff marks Touch Up Paint Nicks and chips in paint surfaces should be touched up before wea...

Page 49: ...ally for proper operation If re placement is necessary specify AC OWNER SAFETY CHECKS Take a few minutes periodically to check the items listed below for proper opera tion See Maintaining Safety and D...

Page 50: ...1970 OLDSMOBILE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE SERVICE EACH OIL CHANGE x x x x x x 49 www PlandeGraissage org...

Page 51: ...QI 15 0 12 0 After Complete Overhaul _ Qts 10 0 8 3 With Air Conditioning _ Qts 16 0 13 0 MANUAL TRANSMISSION 455 V S Engine _ _ Qt 16 0 13 0 3 Speed PI 3 55 3 0 With Air Conditioning Qts 17 0 14 0 Wi...

Page 52: ...68 Ash Tray Ught Radio D 1 I 1 Glove Box E lectric Clock Exc Rocket Rally Pac Map Lamp Mirror Map lamp Dome lamp _ 1 2 1 If 1445 212 1893 563 2ll 51 USAGE Rear Quarter lamps Lamp Over Tailgate Courtes...

Page 53: ...Block Radio Oir_Sig Back Up J Tail Stop Hal Ins Lps Wiper Heater A C Gauges Trans fuse Type and Amperes AGC IO SFE 20 SFE 20 SFE 20 SfE 4 AGC 25 AGC 25 AGC IO 52 Usage Electric Windows Mirror Map lam...

Page 54: ...R FILTERS P C V VALVES ETC ITEM I USAGE IRECOMMENDATION Engine Oil Filter All V 8 A CType PF 30 V 8 2 Bbl Engine Air Cleaner Element AC Type A33lC V 8 4 Bbl A mcw Carburetor Fuel Filter All V 8 AC Typ...

Page 55: ...__ _ 37 Engine Specifications _ _ _ _____ S3 Exhaust Gas Warning __ __ _ 6 Filters Recommendations S3 Folding Seat Rear Two Seat Model __ _ _ 24 54 Second Sea Three Seat Model _ _ __ 24 Third Seat Th...

Page 56: ...__________ 26 Tires _ __ __ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ Towing Caution _ _ __ _ 10 55 Trailer Hauling _________ ____ __ TI Transmission Maintenance ____ ___ __ _ _ 39 Operation Automatic _ _ 7 Operation Manual ___...

Page 57: ...ditional assistance the matter should be called to the attention of the Zone s Service Department and the following ioformation pro vided Your name address telephone number Year and model car Dealer s...

Page 58: ...yfair Rd 414 778 0130 MinnelipoLis Minn 55435 Pentagon OfIke FlUk 4640 W 77th Street 612 920 3200 Newark En5t Orange N J 07018 Uberty Mutual In5 Bldg 240 S Harrison 201 677_1770 New Yerk New York 100...

Page 59: ...erviceman take a good look at your tires checking them for excessive wear cuts nails etc Check too that all wheel nuts are tight and that each wheel is running true no wobble as would occur with bent...

Page 60: ...e hoses should also be periodically checked for proper attachment leaks cracks chafing deterioration etc Ask your serviceman to check brake lines and hoses when your questionable parts noted should be...

Page 61: ...ng normal use or as a result of misuse or abuse Periodically the driver should check performance of these features as listed below to determine that they are performing properly or if repairs or adjus...

Page 62: ...k properly your dealer should be consulted without delay for evaluation and correction of the problem A 4 Hood Latches Check to make sure the hood closes easily hut firmly by lifting on the hood after...

Page 63: ...les are equipped with Pcsitive Crankcase Ventilation a system which permits no crank case emission to be discharged into the ambient air To function properly the system depends on the PCV Valve smog v...

Page 64: ...ch and development work related to vehicle emissions and control systems have been developed which are highly effective in reducing undesirable crankcase and exhaust emissions This work continues at a...

Page 65: ...ents Complete effectiveness of the system as well as full power and performance depend upon proper engine maintenance See service recommendations B 3 HOS E SOLENOIO TO CARBURETOR C l AN R HOS E SOl NO...

Page 66: ...ct a gaso line odor during or after driving in heavy traffic If you find this objectionable you may obtain relief by using a lower voIatiHty fuel B 4 For C eaner Air Better Engine Performance Follow T...

Page 67: ...lence you can be certain that it represents GM design and engineering and that it has been built with care and dedication you have come to expect from Oldsmobile Your new 1970 Oldsmobile meets or exce...