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Buick LESABRE 1997 Owner`s manual

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1. 425 245 Rear Door Security 2 8 Paper betel aie uide 2 13 HC THEN CUM SCR EL 9 6 Low Fuel Light 1 Lubricants and 7 45 Lubnicatton Service Body XE a 7 40 Missnasteer e RENE er ed i ee te tz g 4 10 Maintenance Normal Replacement Parts 6 62 Mrntengince loses eer me mm rx 7 47 Maintenance Schedule pe e EIE 14 sd Long Trip Highway Definition 7 6 Long Trip Highway Intervals AES 7 6 Owner Checks and 1 39 Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 42 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 2 7 43 Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 4 Short TnprCity Definition reserare ee ae es 7 3 Short Trip City Intervals FIOR ODER Maintenance Underbody 6 52 Maintenance When Trailer Towing 2 4 29 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 2 66 Manual Front Seat USUS EU ae oe Manual Remote Control Mirror 2 49 Maxifuse Relay Center sese ir Mna Memory Lect guis 2 5 Personal Choice
2. 1 36 ARR al cad em aro era ea aTa Torque ess dde Dl Towing Trailer 4 33 Towing Your Veluclat cele rur rut 5 8 Traction CODO Fa iE fe 4 9 Contro System Warning Light 2 64 4 9 OF Warning Light E Aa 4 9 9 10 Trailer Brakes i Driving on Grades AER ILLUC CET ILE E AI ECCE Hite hes i Stee Pom 4 h Maintenance When Towing ag ae E Ee ua acuti Parking on Hills Safety Chains Tongue Weight Total Weight on Tires Towing Turn Signals Weight Transaxle Fluid Automatic Transmitters Matching to Your Vehicle Transmitters Remote Keyless Entry Transportation Courtesy Trip Odometer Trunk Lock Release Lockout Remote Release Remote Stet TERE SEY TTY Users Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator Tutti Signal On Chime Turn Signal Rear Bulb Replacement Turn Signal Multifunction Lever Turn Signals When Towing a Twilight Sentinel mores pom or o wo oy rFo Prom om treet ie 014 c onc utc e
3. 2211 PRIN re Genie ste peed ard eerie ees EP eR WENA Bias io EI 2 47 Automatic Dimming Outside Convex Outside 222222222222 ee ree ey il Day Night Rearview 4 2 47 Day Night Rearview with Reading Lumps 2 48 Electrochromic Day Night Rearview aie Manual Remote 2 49 Power Remo Control leonem rne ew oem dace 2 50 2 53 Taa E E TU EE UE EA PANN ep Ip Louccicse us Ee WEFEERECHEE DUI TA 2 17 Multifunction Lever Der ca s cock MEN Perimeter LONAN saa etr Fe ep Pa 2 45 Personal Choice Programming 2 45 Na DOVER Lo sev cia peste ie rex anmucaand 2 32 Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 43 Neutral Automatic Transaxle 2 2 25 Personal Choice Programming New Vehicle Break In 2 2 19 Delayed Locking aiken vad 27 4 17 Memory Door Locks 2 6 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 62 Perimeter Lighting 2 45 Security PesdbatK cerco y nim rre nehm 2 11 Power Oo s e ee rer tA or E T NER Deor Locks curare seta E084 2 5 OR Rond OR MSN SOME 224 PUE ed ETA 6 53 Ol Engin
4. 2 31 Seat Passengers DURER fcd ette odium OLEO 3 11 Towing OCURRE MUI 5 11 Passing emt 4 13 Window Defogger eee 3 10 9 7 Rear Turn Signal Bulb Replacement 6 35 Pear view o ora nur rrr 2 47 Electrochromic Day Night zB atts Sart meer EA 2 48 Inside Dav Night 2 47 Inside Day Night with Reading Lamps 2 47 Reclining Front Seatbacks 1 4 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 45 Recovery Tank Coolant 5 17 Refrigerants Air Conditioning 6 62 Remote Keyless jose pete cere EE 2 9 Keyless Entry System Instant Alarm en Da al UNC ela 2 10 Keyless Entry System Personal Choice 2 11 Keyless Entry System Resynchronization 2 10 Keyless Entry System Security Feedback Par Trunk Relea 2 13 Trunk Release Lockout 2 14 Replacement ala alae IRE See 6 61 6 62 bi CRT UM TURPE ER T Er PU 6 44 Replacing Safety Belts eee eee nn 1 46 Reporting Safety Defects 8 8 Restraints QUE OR ace vn ee um ratos Wb Aca 1 46 Child a eee eee aat tre 1 35 Head oct VIX PE RS ha
5. A 7 Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one Now connect the black negative cable to the good battery s negative terminal Don t let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable doesn t go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery 10 Attach the cable at least 15 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection is just as good there but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after few tries it probably needs service 5 7 13 Remove the cables in reverse order Take care that they don t touch each other or any other metal Heavy Metal Engine Part B Good Battery C Dead Battery Li 1 r LJ Towing Your Vehicle Try to have a Buick dealer or a professional towing service tow your LeSabre See Roadside Assistance the Index Il vour vehicle has been changed or modified since it was factory new by adding aftermarket items like fog lamps aero skirting or special tires and wheels these instruc
6. Move the lever all the way down 3 Do the same for the other rear door The rear door locks will now work normally Lockout Protection The power door locks will not work if the key is left in the ignition with the driver s door open You can override this feature by holding the power door lock switch For more than three seconds unless the engine is running Leaving Your Vehicle If you leaving the vehicle take your keys open your door and set the locks from the inside Then get out and clase the door Or you may also use the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter after shutting the doors If vour vehicle has a theft deterrent system see Universal Theft Deterrent in the Index Remote Keyless Entry System If Equipped If vour Buick has this option you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from about 3 feet m up to 30 feet 9 m away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle Your Remote Keyless Entry System operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry and Science Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This device complies with RS5
7. 4 51 Clock Setting the soca rere rre device peepee esis 3 12 Chains S CETUR E MEG Efe RATER m rame h 46 Coinholder a ve E esti Dae TEM D Ea X sita e MEE 2 5 Change Oil Indicator e Comfort Controls cen OTe 9 2 Compact Disc Carm vorrei rk heed rixa 534 Delayed Locking LEER ELSE 2 7 Compact Disc Lees Rn 3 24 3 29 Personal Choice Programming MEETS BIRD MAR iK d 2 7 Compact Disc Player 3 24 3 29 Dimensions gt xo h 62 Compact Spare The 2520 Dolby B Noise Reduction 3 11 3 21 3 29 Console Storage S ER TTE 2 51 Door Luci ccr aeui tcp rie CARE EORR 2 4 Control of a Vehicle cas losses Vv x edo 4 5 Driver Position 2 2 cue eee rane wid it 1 11 Cp oeminabe NOE creer xta mer Driving Convex Outside Miror 2 2 gt 2 2 2 2 50 FEE aT STR 4 21 d i 4 6 19 Debate I EI ES KEW EG al 4 2 Heater Engine 2 Y Y X Ye 2 22 Wee sine NO BRecovenr Tank ea ea 5 17 FEINER cars rs were sly ay RM PF 4 22 eee eee ces eran RS 3 13 Ina Blizzard ee
8. Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there ts snow or between your tires and the road you can have a very slippery situation You ll have a lot less traction or grip and will need to be very careful What s th worst time for this Wet ice Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all You can get wet ice when it s about freezing 32 F 0 C and freezing rain begins to fall Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution If you have traction control keep the system on It will improve vour ability to accelerate when driving on slippery road Even though your vehicle has a traction control system you ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions See Traction Control System in the Index If you don t have the traction control system accelerate gently Try not to break the fragile traction If you accelerate too fast the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more Your anti lock brakes improve your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have the anti lock braking system you ll want to begin stopping sooner
9. The cap is behind a hinged door on the driver s side of your vehicle 6 5 If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it you could be badly burned Gasoline can spray out on you if vou open the fuel filler cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel filler cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill gasoline Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Cleaning the Outside of Your Buick in the Index Because you have the L36 3800 V6 engine your fuel cap will be tethered and you cannot hang it on the inside fuel door while refueling To take off the cap turn it slowly to the left counterclock wise When you put the cap hack on turn it to the right Checking Things Under the Hood clockwise until you hear a clicking sound Make sure you fully install the cap The diagnostic system can z determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index NOTICE If you need a new cap be sure to get the right type Your dealer can get one for you If you get the wrong type it may not fit properly This mas cause vour malfunction indicator lamp to light and your fuel tank and emissions system may be damaged See Malfun
10. 2 12 24 9 Underbody Flushing Sarees el ern 7 42 Underbody Maintenance 2 2 6 32 Universal 2 16 Vehicle Asi ira gaa SPART 4 5 Damage Weminis d Vat wa CE dir Ix Dimensions 6 62 Identification Number 7 11 14 6 54 Loading 4 3 ee vae a Ee 5 28 Ventilation QR karte De E Visor Vanity MITOS ee ee ee o rmm n 2 33 Visors Sun 2 43 Tw DIEGO ERE 2 6 Wi ning Devices piece Te Warning Lights Gages and Indicators Warranty Information 0 04 06 ans R E Washer Fluid Windshield 6 24 Washing Your Vehicle 6 50 C EHE FALE Y EHE 6 50 Wheel Alignment EIE Lee Miu pln gna ta e aeaea a ee Replacement nai a aAa Al as eA al 8 44 Wheel Cover Removal eae EP VISITER EP ac Wheel Nut Cap Removill 3 25 Wire Wheel Cover Removal 5 28 Wrench C PCI o Lock 1 111 vet eui Suy LX 2 33 Express Down liie eeu 2 33 POET EEIE Eod Pare 2 33 Windshield Washer redo HET 2 37 nic he ote ce eae bs ac 6 24
11. If your Buick has this climate control system the following information tells you how it works 3 2 Fan Button The FAN control is used to select the speed of the blower fan and the force of air vou want There are four speeds to choose from Moving the lever between LOW and HIGH will decrease or increase the fan speed The fan will be off when the system is off Temperature Lever This lever adjusts the temperature of the air coming through the system Move the TEMPERATURE lever to change the temperature of the air coming through your outlets Move the lever between COOL and WARM to lower or raise the temperature Mode Controls The buttons on your system allow you lo choose settings to deliver air through the lower middle or windshield outlets Press this button to limit the amount of outside air entering your vehicle This is helpful when you trying to cool the interior of the vehicle quickly or limit the amount of outside air entering your vehicle To turn off RECIRC press the button again If you select FRONT defrost or BLEND while RECIRC ts selected the system will automatically tum off RECIRC to prevent logging VENT This setting directs outside air through the middle instrument panel outlets The air conditioning compressor is not working when VENT is selected HTR This button directs air out of the heater outlets Most of the air will come from the floor outlets while some air will
12. To rock vour vehicle back und forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transaxle see Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow in the Index 2 24 NEUTRAL 0 In this position your engine doesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL while your engine is racing running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal your vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or objects Don t shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL iN while your engine is racing NOTICE Damage to your transaxle caused by shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N with the engine racing isn t covered by your warranty AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE 0 This position is for normal driving If you need more power for passing and you re e Going less than about 35 mph 56 km h push your accelerator pedal about halfway down Going about 35 mph 56 km h or more push the accelerator all the way down You ll shift down to the next gear and have more power THIRD 3 This position is also used for normal driving however it offers more power and lower fuel economy than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE 0 Here are some times vou might choose THIRD 3 instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE 0 e When driving on hilly winding roa
13. 2 40 Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down Applying the brake or shifting into a lower gear will take you out of cruise control If vou need to apply the brake or shift to a lower gear due to the grade of the downhill slope you may not want to attempt to use your cruise control feature Ending Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the cruise control Step lightly on the brake pedal or e Move the cruise switch to OFF Erasing Speed Memor When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition your cruise control set speed memory is erased Exterior Lamps Headlamps These switches control these systems e Headlamps Taillamps Parking Lamps License Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Press the LIGHTS switch to turn on the headlamps Press 1t again to turn them off When the headlamps are turned on the instrument panel lights will also turn on The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted with the PANEL LIGHTS switch to the left of the steering column Some lights will not dim during daylight hours Press the PARK switch to turn on the parking lamps Press it again to tum t
14. 4 5 quarts 4 3 L Or change with filter change Fuel Tank 18 gallons 68 L Tire Pressures See Tire Loading Information label on driver s door Wheel Nut Torque 100 b ft 140 N m Refrigerant R 134a Air Conditioning See refrigerant charge label under the hood Note All capacities are approximate When adding he sure to fill to the appropriate level as recommended in this manual 6 61 Air Conditioning Refrigerants Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant be sure the proper refrigerant 15 used If you re not sure ask your Buick dealer Engine Specifications 3800 Series Engine 1 36 VIN Engine Code VEA aerate METRIS K Toe ilu us EG ERIS EROR ERREUR Uoc NE Displacement 3 81 Horsepower TANG 205 hp Firing Order esee e A 120 2252 Thermostat Temperature I957F 91 C Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Air Cleaner Filter AC Type A 1096C Engine Oil Filter Type 47 Transaxle Filter GM Fart 8651909 Windshield Wiper Blades Pin Type 22 Inches 56 cm Spar PUGS Type 41 921 0 060 inch 1 52 mm Vehicle Dimensions 212 clie Ra xa 200 inches 508 cm PR TO 73 6 in
15. L2 a PARK P This locks your front wheels Its the best position to use when vou start your engine because your vehicle can t move easily It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave vour vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P See Shifting Into PARK in the Index If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK P range before starting the engine Your Buick has a Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock BTSI You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition key is in the RUN position If you cannot shift out of PARK ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the into PARK P you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish See Shifting Out of PARK in this part REVERSE R Use this gear to back up NOTICE Shifting to REVERSE while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle Shift to REVERSE only after your vehicle is stopped
16. Press the UNLOCK switch to allow passengers to use their window switches again Horn Nearly the entire surface of the center pad of the steering wheel is an active horn switch Press anywhere on the pad to sound the horn A tilt steering wheel wheel before vou drive lows you te adjust the steering You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever toward you Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel in place The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator Headlamp High Low Beam Changer and Passing Signal Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Cruise Control il equipped Turn and Lane Change Indicator The turn signal has two upward for right and two downward for left positions These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change To signal turn move the lever all the way up or down When the turn is finished the lever will retum automatically An arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change To signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flush Hold it there until you complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when vou release it If the arrows ju
17. Q If I m a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety belts You may be an excellent driver but if you re in an accident even one that isn t your fault you and vour passengers can be hurt Being a good driver doesn t protect you from things beyond your control such as bad drivers Most accidents occur within 25 miles 40 km of home And the greatest number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Sulety belts are for everyone How to Wear Safety Belts Adults This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your Buick see the part of this manual called Children Follow those rules for everyone s protection First you Il want to know which restraint systems your vehicle has We ll start with the driver position Driver Position This part deseribes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here s how to wear it properly I Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat to see how see Seats in the Index so you can up straight Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to mak
18. CR orsa Pesce ee 4 28 Comenng Lanes a 2 42 In Foreizn Countries 6 4 Conte ENDS ooo ero pp ase eee ary ee eR 2 44 Ij h Pallio cese EE err ET 4 8 Courtesy Transportation 8 6 NINE crea aa tor eem m rye e RO 4 16 Cnuse Coni on oan get chr eer ci MUT TIT T MU Du EUER eee ek ta EE RED 4 11 Cupholders MARCO TERI gee ease LATA KU laa On Grades While Towing a Trailer 4 39 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Users 8 4 On Hill and Mountain Roads iind 4 24 Customer Assistance Information 8 1 On Snow LOG ajo mE ER Rn 4 27 Customer Satisfaction Procedure amp 2 Through Wallet aues en tm RU WetHDMM 4 18 Damage Finish 4 vies SUE apes 6 52 iet SPESE IDE 4 26 Dimage Sheet Metil echo 6 52 Wis eich a aden 4 37 Daytime Running Lamps 2 42 Dune OT errors iar A ERA 4 3 sis tee ee 3 3 Dual Automatic Comfor Temp Climate Control 3 3 Defects Reporting 2 re Defogger Rear Window 20022000010 Eiesried Adding 3 34 6 55 Defogging Eri ETT M Electrical System hom 4o ee
19. FRONT defrost will work better if any ice or snow is cleared from the hood and the air inlet area between the hase of the windshield and the hood 3 6 Air Conditioning On hot days open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape This reduces the time it takes for vour vehicle to cool down Then keep vour windows closed for the air conditioner to work its best lf you have the electronic touch system for quick coal down on very hot days use MAX with the temperature and fan speed adjusted to COOL and HIGH If this setting is used for long periods of time the air in your vehicle may become too cold and dry For normal cooling on hot days use NORM and adjust the temperature and fan speed for your comfort If RECIRC is selected while in the NORM air conditioning mode the system works like MAX and recirculates the air On sunny days when the air 18 moderately warm or cool use BI LEV to deliver warm air to the floor and cooler air to the middle instrument panel outlets On days like these the sun may adequately warm your upper body but your lower body may not be warm enough To warm or cool the air delivered adjust the TEMPERATURE lever The amount of fresh air entering the vehicle is limited when RECIRC is selected This is helpful when vou are trying to cool the air in your vehicle or limit the air entering the vehicle If vour vehicle has the Dual Automatic Comfortemp system and it is set for AUTO on
20. Remember cleaning products can be hazardous Some In many uses these will damage vour vehicle are toxic Others can burst into flame 11 you strike a s zu Alcohol match or get them en a hot part of the vehicle Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space When you use anything from a container to clean your Buick be sure to follow the manufacturer s warnings Laundry Soap Bleach Reducing Agents 6 46 11 Li Cleaning the Inside of Your Buick Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl or leather with a clean damp cloth Your Buick dealer has two cleaners a solvent type spot litter and a foam type powdered cleaner They will clean normal spots and stains very well Do not use them on vinyl or leather Here are some cleaning tips Always read the instructions on the cleaner label 2 Clean up stains as soon as you can before they set 3 Use a clean cloth or sponge and change to a clean area often A soft brush may be used if stains are stubbom 4 Use solvent type cleaners in a well ventilated area only If you use them don t saturate the stained area 5 Haring forms after spot cleaning clean the entire area immediately or it will set Using Foam Type Cleaner on Fabric 1 Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt ra Always clean a whole trim panel or section Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines 3 Mix Multi Pur
21. eue e Ee eec poe 1 43 Front Drive Axle Boot occu ea ee es 22 1 43 Front Drive Axle Seal 7 43 Radiator and Heater Hose 7 43 vus denied NH E 7 43 ss a Alm cla a s mu lava mee dt ata Rad 7 44 Throttle Linkage 27 42 Feet aera ert comets in 2 34 acra ka rca e exa c an 2 44 MED 2 6 49 s xd ak 2 56 2 57 aeaa posite ais ce ce EX 2 44 J gebe odi AOL i ree he erate exa aceite PT ETE 5 24 Jump Starting phe cds ERNE Re Lock Cylinders Service Sarria perse ET Reminder are 2 15 2 20 Entry ory eens serere hn pet 2 0 Instant Alam h 2 10 Personal Choice Features 2 12 Resynchromzation 2 10 KEYS a Labels LEY sgh Tp et Al isa eee ae 4 3 Service Parts Identification 6 34 Tire Loading Information 4 31 Vehicle Identification 6 54 Lamps de ee ere ind 2 4 CEU UTE eee inet 2 44 Entry Lighting 2 22 2 2 iore rra diese equ 43 V ad wn ea 2 41 Bait Lighting Delayed 22 zii 2 usar rr
22. A ROB OROR RO A dh od d B d 6 55 Defrosting LO es 3 0 Electrochromic Day Night Rearview Mirror 2 48 Delayed Entry Lighting es 2 44 Electronic Level Control E SE Delayed Exit Lighting 2 44 Electronic Touch Climate Control EE ee 9 3 127 72 ety eee eee Reece 0 CE CIE 5 2 6 9 Accessory Belt V3 Li aua e s OC 6 63 CONS SU IIS Ici re TRIER QNSE TAE Y Y 6 19 Coolant Healet 1 22 ura ehm 2 22 Coolant Level Check suc m mem 7 39 Coolant Temperature Gage 2 63 Coolant Temperature Warning Light 2 65 SNNT DET TT EET ELE ERES 2 31 Fuse Block Driver s Side foe 6 57 Fuse Block Pamenger a qoo 6 59 Identification 68 34 Oil Level Check POC er ere 7 39 chr Een rm 5 13 Running While 2 32 SCTE runs Lu Yr ala Ra a end 6 62 Starting Your 2 2 21 Engine OE cece cede eee nr ance dee REM RR 6 10 ding 6 11 Prata e e nera M S REID 6 13 Check iui eeu Rhe ee RIPE An 6 10 Life Monitor hmm TUERI 2 68 Pressure 2 68 Preszure Light our x 2 68 DU lala e
23. Engine Specifications Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Vehicle Dimensions Service Your Buick dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it We hope you ll go to your dealer for all vour service needs You ll get genuine GM parts and GM trained and supported service people We hope you ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM Genuine GM parts have one of these marks Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work you ll want to get the proper Buick Service Manual It tells you much more about how to service your Buick than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Buick in the Index You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Maintenance Record in the Index You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it e Be sure you have sufficient knowledge experience the proper replacement parts and tools before vou attempt any vehicle maintenance task Be sure to use the proper nuts bolts and other fasteners English and metric fasteners can be easily confused If you use the wrong fasteners parts can later break or fall off Y
24. Replacing Parts After a Crash 1 46 System Check i e eem eem 7 40 Reverse Automatic Transaxle 2 24 Right Front Passenger Position 1 19 Roadside AssistancB 0 2 r6 rh eee 8 3 Roadside Assistance Canadian 875 Rocking Your Vehicle e 5 36 Rotation TES ese eec rra nu 6 40 Satery PIU Pu NE 1a eke Cn ees RUSSE 1 46 Safety Belts 6 6 1 5 Adults MOL eer mee ERE 1 11 CE 6 49 Center Passenger Position 1 25 2 E rune EH 1 33 Driver Position 1211 A 1 46 How to Wear Properly 1 11 Incorrect Usage 1 14 1 44 1 45 1 25 Lap Shoulder peepee en 1 11 1 27 Larger Children 2 2 1 43 Questions and Answers m e 1710 Rear Comfort Guides 1 30 Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions 1 27 Rear Seat Passengers 5 nnn 1 26 Reminder Light 1 6 2 59 Replacing Aftera Crash 1 46 Right Front Passenger Position 1 19 Shoulder Belt Height 1 13 Smal
25. See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Also see footnote ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 87 000 Miles 145 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every whichever occurs first Control Service See footnote 3 months Emission AUTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 90 000 Miles 150 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every C Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage 3 months whichever occurs first or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any An Emission Control Service See footnote damage Replace parts as needed Lubricate chassis components or every An Emission Control Service See footnote T 6 months whichever occurs first C Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and See footnote Rotation in the Index for proper rotation Replace air cleaner filter pattern and additional information Emission Control Service See footnote ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 24 93 000 Miles 155 000 km 96 000 Miles 160 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote An Emission Control Service See footnote Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote _ Rotat
26. Setting the Tone BASS Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to increase or decrease bass TREB Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to increase or decrease treble If a station is weak noisy you may want to decrease the treble Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them TONE This feature allows you to choose preset bass and treble equalization settings designed for classical rock jazz talk and country western stations CLASS will appear on the display when you first press Each time vou press it another setting will appear on the display Press it again after C amp W appears and MANUAL will appear Tone control will return to the BASS and TREB knobs Also if vou use the BASS and TREB knobs control will return to them and MANUAL will appear Adjusting the Speakers BAL Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn this knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers FADE Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn this knob to move the sound to the front or rear speakers The middle position balances the sound berween the speakers Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them Plaving a Compact Disc Insert a disc partway into the slot label side up The plaver will pull it in The disc should begin playing lf you want to inser
27. To assist customers who are deaf hard of hearing or speech impuired and who use Text Telephones TT Ys Buick has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center Any TTY user can communicate with Buick by dialing 1 800 83 BUICK TTY users in Canada can dial 1 800 263 3830 Koadside Assistance Buick Motor Division is proud to offer Buick Premium Roadside Assistance to customers for vehicles covered under the 3 year 36 000 mile 60 000 Km new car warranty whichever occurs first Our commitment to Buick owners has always included superior service through our network of 3 000 Buick dealers Buick Premium Roadside Assistance provides an extra measure of convenience and security Buick Premium Roadside Assistance Provides owners with access to minor repairs or towing for disabled vehicles Takes the anxiety out of uncertain situations by providing easy access to service professionals trained to work with Buick owners 24 hours a day 365 days year including weekends and holidays For details on Buick Premium Roadside Assistance please consult your Buick Premium Roadside Assistance owner booklet included with your owner s manual For needed assistance call the Buick Premium Roadside Assistance toll free hotline 1 800 252 1112 Canadian Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive Roadside Assistance program accessible from anywhere in Canada or the United States Plea
28. Traction Control 5ystem Warning Light Option This warning light should come on briefly as you start the engine If the warning light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem TRACTION OFF If it stays or comes on when you re driving there may be a problem with your traction control system and your vehicle may need service When this warning light is on the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly 2 64 The traction control system warning light may come on for the following reasons l you turn the system off by pressing the button located to the left of the steering column the warning light will come on and stay on To turn the system back on press the button again The warning light should go off See Traction Control System in the Index for more information if there s a brake system problem that is specifically related to traction control the traction control system will turn off and the warning light will come If your brakes begin to overheat the traction control system will turn off and the warning light will come on until your brakes cool down e f the traction control system is affected by an engine related problem the system will turn off and the warning light will come on If the traction control system warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned
29. When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering unless you suspect there is a leak in the system you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss in this system could indicate problem Have the system inspected and repaired The power steering reservoir is located below the generator and behind the accessory drive belt toward the rear of the engine How To Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment ts cool wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with clean rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be at the FULL COLD mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up t the mark What to Use To determine what kind of fTuid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals 6 23 Windshield Washer Open the cap labeled WASH FLUID ONLY Add washer fluid until the tank is full What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid be sure to read the manufacturer s instructions before use If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing NOTICE e When using concen
30. check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working Following Distance Stay at least twice as Tar behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer This help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns Passing You ll need more passing distance up ahead when you re towing a trailer And because you re a good deal longer you ll need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before vou can return to your lane Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand Then to move the trailer to the left just move that hand ta the left To move the trailer to the right move your hand to the right Always back up slowly and if possible have someone guide you Making Turns NOTICE Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering When you re tuming with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so your trailer won t strike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers Signal well in advance 4 38 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer your vehicle may need different turn signal flasher and or extra wiring Check with your Buick dealer The green arrows on your instrument pa
31. door and console door Part D tells you what to use More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed lo corrosive environment Starter Switch Check Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock BTSI Check When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does vou or others could be injured Follow the steps below When vou are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does vou or others could be injured Follow the steps below Before vou start be sure you have enough room 1 Before you start be sure you have enough around the vehicle room around the vehicle I should be parked on a level surface I Firmly apply both the parking brake see Parking Brake in the Index tf necessary and the regular brake 2 Firmly apply the parking brake see Parking Brake NOTE Do not use the accelerator pedal and be in the Index if necessary ready to tum off the engine immediately if it starts NOTE Be ready to apply the regular hrake 3 Try to start the engine in gear The starter immediately if the vehicle begins to move should work only in PARK P or NEUTRAL NJ If 3 With the engine off turn the key to the RUN the starter works in any other position your vehicle position but don t start the engine Without applying needs service the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves of PARK your vehicle
32. it 2 What s wrong with this You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash vou would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body The shoulder belt is too loose It won t give nearly much protection this way What s wrong with this You can be seriously injured if vour belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The helt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest vou The belt is buckled in the wrong place 1 15 Q What s wrong with this You can be seriously injured if vou wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like vour liver or spleen The shoulder belt is worn under the arm It should be worn over the shoulder at all times arem aa e M Q What s wrong with this You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash vou wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a helt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer
33. 3 ww 100 B A7 d A Lum 10 2 d AND 324 2 OfLoo000 e UNLEADED FUEL ONLY Gage Cluster Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed both miles per hour mph and kilometers per hour km h Your odometer shows how far vour vehicle has been driven in either miles used in the United States or kilometers used in Canada Your Buick has a tamper resistant odometer If you see bright silver lines between the numbers you ll know that someone has probably tried to turn it back The numbers may not be true You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs new odometer installed If the mew one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer then it must But if it can t then it s set at zero and label must be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer A trip odometer can tell you how far you have driven since vou last set it to zero To reset it push the button Tachometer If Equipped The tachometer tells you how fast the engine is going It displays engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute rpm n 1 TEE f Sj ce um APM x OH NOTICE Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in ihe red area or engine damage may occur Warning Lights Gages Indicators This part describes the warning lights an
34. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the keys in vehicle with young children The ignition kevs are for the When a new LeSabre is delivered the dealer removes only the plugs from the keys and gives them to the first owner However the ignition key may not have a plug If the ignition key doesn t have a plug it will have a bar coded key tag Each plug or tag has code on it that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys Keep the plugs or the tags in a safe place If you lose your keys you ll be able to have new ones made easily using these plugs or the tag If your ignition keys don t have plugs or the tag go to your Buick dealer for the correct key code if you need a new ignition key The door keys are for the doors and all other locks NOTICE Your Buick has a number of features that can help prevent theft But vou can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if vou ever lock vour kevs inside You may even have to damage vour vehicle to get in 50 be sure vou have extra keys Door Locks Unlocked doors can be dangerous Passengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out When a door is locked the inside handle won t open it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your v
35. Control System 3 2 3 4 Transaxle Park Mechanism Cheb o ac 7 42 Alarm Instant Keyless Entry 2 10 Automatic Dimming Outside 2 40 Alarm Universal Theft Deterrent 2 16 Alignment and Balance Tire vee 6 44 B Aluminum Wheels Cleaning 6 51 sisse e n e eem eee nene B2B Antenna Heated Backlite 3 36 Jump Starting tO E 3 3 A nif cid LSU icm CNN EE sat oa 6 19 Replacement Remote Keyless Entry 2 12 Anti Lock Rundown 2 47 NE ped e m Rom 4 7 ee Light 1145 24 riui nien nnn E Ra gu Brake System Warning Light 2 63 4 7 2 2 2 E Anti Theft Radio 3 31 BBB Auto Line 8 7 ppearance 6 46 Belt Engine Accessory 6 63 Appearance Care Materials 6 53 Better Business Bureau Medion nis iioii 5 7 Arbitration Program 8 7 Blizzard Driving In TRE Crece 4 28 9 1 Brake Change Soon Light CUI EVER UT EN Adjustment vem 6 28 Changing a Flat di ugue dead Anti lock System Warning L ight EC
36. FULL HOT ora improve the system These can be harmful little higher 6 21 Adding Coolant lf you need more coolant add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture af the coolant recovery tank but be careful not to spill it Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly With the coolant recovery tank you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator Never turn the radiator pressure cap even little when the engine and radiator are hot 6 22 You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine Radiator Pressure Cap NOTICE Your radiator cap is a 15 psi 105 kPa pressure type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck When vou replace vour radiator pressure an cap is recommended Thermostat Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system The thermostat stops the How of coolant through the radiator until the coolant reaches a preset temperature Power Steering Fluid eog o POWER STEERING DO MOT OVERFILL USE ONLY APPROVED FLUID
37. Fluid L evel Check 7 39 Windshield Wiper uy ES Ca e 2 36 Blade Cleaning 6 30 Blade Re imde arity atom e Re RECS Kr eS ie h 38 Fuses 6 55 hw agkoyncg HP 4 26 Wiper Blade Check CRT UU 7 41 Wiper Bhludes Clasning 1 5 creer nmn 6 50 Wiring Headlump EE 6 55 Lacer trem moto rnnt ac eh 5 8 WRIT 5 24 E 9 11 O Service Station Checkpoints BATTERY TERMINAL P5 6 ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK 10 _ SECONDARY HOOD RELEASE poc run e 55 RELEASE ENGINE COOLANT RECOVERY TANK PE S 22 WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID REMOTE TRUNK PB 24 hrs For detailed information refer to the page number listed or see the Index in the back of the owner s manual 9 12
38. Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your Buick dealer s service department or another qualified service center should perform Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants lists some products GM recommends to help keep vour vehicle properly maintained These products or their equivalents should be used whether vou do the work yourself or have it done Part E Maintenance Record provides a place for you to record the maintenance performed on your vehicle Whenever any maintenance is performed be sure to write it down in this part This will help vou determine when your next maintenance should done In addition it is a good idea to keep your maintenance receipts They may be needed to qualify your vehicle for warranty repairs Part Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition But we don t know exactly how you ll drive it You may drive very short distances only a few times a week Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot dusty weather You may use your vehicle in making deliveries Or you may drive it to work to do errands or in many other ways Because of all the different ways people use their GM vehicles maintenance needs vary You may even need more frequent checks and replacements than you ll find in the schedules in this section So please read this section an
39. SERVICED BY Short Trip City Maintenance Schedule 27 000 Miles 45 000 km 30 000 Miles 50 000 km _ Change engine oil and filter or every L Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote An Emission Control Service See footnote Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote fi C Replace air cleaner filter An Emissiom Control Service ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 12 33 000 Miles 55 000 km _ Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage L Change engine oil and filter or every or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any 3 months whichever occurs first damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service See footnote An Emission Control Service See footnote 7 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 36 000 Miles 60 000 39 000 Miles 65 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every C Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote An Emission Control Service See footnote C Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote sf Rotate tires See
40. TREB knobs control will return to them and MANUAL will appear Adjusting the Speakers BAL Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers FADE Press this knob lightly so tt extends Turn the knob to move the sound to the front or rear speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them Plaving a Cassette Tape The longer side with the tape visible should face to the right If the ignition and the radio are on the tape can be inserted and will begin playing If you hear nothing or hear a garbled sound the tape may not be in squarely Press EJECT to remove the tape and stan over While the tape 15 playing use the VOLUME FADE BAL BASS and TREB controls just as you do for the radio Other controls may have different functions when a tape is inserted The display will show an arrow to show which side of the tape is playing 3 27 Il you want to insert a tape when the ignition or radio is off first press EJECT or RECALL Your tape bias is set automatically II E and a number appear on the radio display the tape won t play because of un error e The tape is tight and the player can t turn the tape hubs Remove the tape Hold the tape with the open end down and try to turn the right hub counterclockwise
41. The condition will usually be corrected when the electrical system dries out A few driving trips should turn the light off Have you recently changed brands of fuel If so be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel see Fuel in the Index Poor fuel quality will cause vour engine not to run as efficiently as designed You may notice this as stalling after start up stalling when you put the vehicle into gear misfiring hesitation on acceleration or stumbling acceleration These conditions may go away once the engine is warmed up This will be detected by the system and cause the light to on If you experience one or more of these conditions change the fuel brand vou use It will require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off If none of the above steps have made the light turn off have your dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems thai muy have developed 2 67 Oil Pressure Light Gage e If you re idling at a stop sign the light may blink on and then off e f you make a hard stop the light may come on for moment But when this light comes on and stays on it means oil isn t going through your engine properly You could be low on or you might have some other oil problem See your dealer for service Standard Cluster Gage Cl
42. Time Delay The automatic mirror has a time delay feature which prevents unnecessary switching from the night to the day position This delay prevents rapid changing of the mirror as you drive under lights and through traffic Reverse Gear Day Mode The reverse day mode is another important feature of the electrochromic mirror When you shift into REVERSE the mirror changes to the day made This gives you a bright image in the mirror as vou hack up Cleaning the Photocells Use a cotton swab and glass cleaner to clean the photocells when necessary Manual Remote Control Mirror ES To adjust the driver s r side outside mirror rotate the knob located on the driver s door The right outside mirror must be adjusted manually The outside rearview mirror should be adjusted so you can just see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position To adjust your passenger s side mirror sit in the driver s seat and have a passenger adjust the mirror for you 2 49 Power Remote Control Mirrors If Equipped If your Buick has the outside power remote mirrors the contral is located on the driver s door Move the switch in the middle of the control to choose the right or left mirror Push the arrow controls in the direction you want to move the mirror Adjust each mirror so you can just see the side of your vehicle and the area behind your vehicle t gt un Automatic Dimmi
43. Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Also see footnote DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY SERVICED BY 7 14 42 000 Miles 70 000 km _ Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 45 000 Miles 75 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary Emission Control Service See footnote 48 000 Miles 80 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Contral Service See footnote C Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote C Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Also see footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly drive
44. Vehicle in the Index In very cold weather 18 C or colder the engine coolant heater help You ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm up Usually the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle To Use the Coolant Heater Turn off the engine Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong I10 volt AC outlet If the cord won t reach use heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Betore starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts If you don t it could be damaged How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in The answer depends on the outside temperature the kind of eil you have and some other things Instead of trying to list everything here we ask that you contact your Buick dealer in the area where you ll be parking your vehicle The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area Automatic Transaxle Operation Pak RNOS 21 Your automatic transaxle has a shift lever located on the steering column
45. again The system will then operate for five minutes hefore going off by itself Do not attach a temporary vehicle license tape or decals across the defogger erid on the rear window NOTICE Don t use a razor blade or something else sharp on the inside of the rear window If you do you could cut or damage the warming grid or the integrated rear window antenna and the repairs wouldn t he covered by vour warranty mmm Passenger Control Steering Wheel Controls for Climate Control If Equipped If you have the Dual Automatic Comfortemp system the front seal passenger can control the air temperature in their seating area If your vehicle has this feature you can control the temperature function by using the button on your steering wheel Press the TEMP up arrow to increase the temperature and the TEMP down arrow to decrease the temperature The temperature can be set up to 5 F 15 C cooler or warmer than the primary setting To activate the passenger control simply press the COOL or WARM buttons located on the passenger s door The indicator lights above the control will show the difference from the main temperature setting If the passenger control has been turned on it can be turned off by pressing the OFF button once Pressing the OFF button a second time will turn off the main system Audio Systems Your Delco audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of
46. as necessary only when work 18 done on the brake hydraulic system N CAUTION If vou have too much brake fluid it can spill on the engine The fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough You or others could be burned and your vehicle could he damaged Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system When your brake fluid falls to a low level your brake warning light will come A chime will sound if you iry to drive with this warning light on See Brake system Warning Light in the Index What to Add When you do need brake fluid use only DOT 3 brake NOTICE fluid such as Delco Supreme 117 GM Part 12377967 Use new brake fluid from a sealed Using the wrong fluid can badly damage container only brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they ll have to be Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir replaced Don t let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid If you spill brake fluid on your vehicle s painted surfaces the paint finish can be damaged Be careful not to spill brake fluid on your vehicle If vou do wash it off immediately See Appearance Care in the Index With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system your brakes may not work well or th
47. asphalt will stain if left on a vehicle s seat fabric They should be removed as soon as possible Be careful because the cleaner will dissolve them and may cause them to spread Non Greasy Stains Stains caused by catsup coffee black egg fruit fruit juice milk soft drinks wine vomit urine and blood can be removed as follows 1 Carefully scrape off excess stain then sponge the soiled area with cool water 2 stain remains follow the foam type instructions described earlier 3 If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine treat the area with a water baking soda solution 1 teaspoon 5 ml of baking soda to 1 cup 250 ml of lukewarm water 4 If needed clean lightly with solvent type cleaner Combination Stains Stains caused by candy ice cream mayonnaise chili sauce and unknown stains can be removed as follows Carefully scrape off excess stain na Clean with cool water and allow to dry 3 Ifa stain remains clean it with solvent type cleaner Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth Rub with a clean damp cloth to remove dirt You may have to do it more than once Things like tar asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don t get them off quickly Use a clean cloth and a vinyl leather cleaner See your dealer for this product 6 48 Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap and wipe dry with a soft cloth Then
48. either the maximum front or rear GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break or it can change the way vour vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle NOTICE Your warranty does not cover parts or components that fail because of overloading If you put things inside your vehicle like suitcases tools packages or anything else they will go as fast as the vehicle goes If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they ll keep going Things you put inside vour vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in crash e Put things in the trunk of your vehicle In a trunk put them as far forward as you can Try to spread the weight evenly Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats Don t leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle When vou carry something inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can Electronic Level Control If Equipped This feature keeps the rear of your vehicle level as the load changes It is automatic you do not need to adjust anything Towing a Trailer If you don t use the correct equipment and drive properly vou can lose control when vou pull a trailer For example if the trailer is too heavy the brakes may not work well or even at all You and your passengers could be seriousl
49. flow through the windshield and side window outlets The air conditioning compressor is not working when HTR is selected BLEND When BLEND is selected the airflow will be split between the windshield and the floor outlets The air conditioning compressor will be operating FRONT This setting directs most of the airflow toward the windshield OFF The ventilation system always allows fresh air to flow through your Buick when the vehicle is moving The system will try to keep the air at a previously chosen temperature When the system is off the blower fan is also off MAX This setting directs airflow through the middle instrument panel outlets The amount of outside air entering your vehicle is limited with this setting The air conditioning compressor is on in this mode NORM This setting cools the outside air entering your vehicle and directs it through the middle instrument panel outlets The air conditioner is on in this mode BI LEV This setting directs warm air to the floor and cooler air to the middle instrument panel outlets The air conditioner is on in this mode Dual Automatic ComforTemp Climate Control If Equipped If your Buick has the Dual Automatic Comfaortemp Climate Control option the following information tells you how it works You will hear a beep each time a button is pushed and a light on the button will indicate which function is active The lights are on all buttons except TEMP FAN and AIR FL
50. in 906 And a Buick was the first car to travel across South America driven from Buenos Aires Argentina over the Andes to Santiago Chile in 1914 191 Model 21 Touring Car on Buicks Test Hill Buick drew plenty of attention because it could climb hills and run through mud like no other car Buick s endurance and reliability were world famous During World War I Buick built Liberty aircraft engines as well as Red Cross ambulances so successfully that one Buick ambulance was awarded the Croix de Guerre hy the French government As a builder of premier automobiles Buick was hard hit by the Great Depression However new General Manager Harlow H Curtice created popular new models including the Special and the Roadmaster Buick sales soon flourished First Buick Factory In World War Buick built aircraft engines tanks and other military hardware This post war period brought great styling and engineering changes which resulted in increased sales The torque converter automatic transmission Dynaflow was introduced in the 1948 Roadmaster Buick s famous portholes came along 1949 SAL y i A high compression V 8 engine was introduced in 1953 And Buick s famous vertical pillar toothy grille introduced in 1942 became more massive in the post war 1953 Skylark Motor Trend magazine named the 1962 Buick Special Car of the Year The first production
51. intake hose that is snapped over the throttle body by pulling the hose upward and away from the throttle body which 15 located near the top of the engine After detaching the hose from the throttle body pull back the entire rear portion of the air cleaner by pulling upward and rearward 4 Replace the air filter 5 Reinstall the rear section of the air cleaner 6 Reattach the air intake hose by snapping it back onto the throttle body Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index Operating the engine with the air cleaner off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it stops flame if the engine backfires If it isn t there and the engine backfires you could be burned Don t drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner off NOTICE If the air cleaner is off a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire And dirt can easily get into your engine which will damage it Always have the air cleaner in place when you re driving Automatic Transaxle Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change both the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions e Inheavy city traffic where the outside temperature regul
52. let the leather dry naturally Do not use heat to dry For stubborn stains use a leather cleaner See your dealer for this product Never use oils varnishes solvent based or abrasive cleaners furniture polish or shoe polish on leather Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned immediately If dirt ts allowed to work into the finish it can harm the leather Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry Do not bleach or dye safety belts If you do it may severely weaken them In a crash they might not be able to provide adequate protection Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water Cleaning Glass Surfaces Glass should be cleaned otten GM Glass Cleaner GM Part No 1050427 or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust Films on interior glass Don t use abrasive cleaners on glass because they may cause scratches Avoid placing decals on the inside rear window since they may have to be scraped off later If abrasive cleaners are used on the inside of the rear window an electric defogger element may be damaged Any temporary license should not be attached across t
53. of the cover has a chart that explains the features arid controls governed hy each fuse and relav Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusible thermal links This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused by electrical problems Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure vou replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating 6 56 If you ever have a problem on the road and don t have a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage Replace it as soon as you can There are two fuse blocks in your vehicle the driver s side and passenger s side fuse blocks Driver s Side Fuse Block The driver s side fuse block is to the left of the steering wheel under the instrument panel Snap off the cover to reveal the fuses You ll find a fuse puller clipped to the inside of the cover Place the wide end of the fuse puller over the plastic end of the fuse Squeeze the ends over the fuse and pull it out Spare fuses are located in the slots labeled Spare on the following chart When finished replace the cover by snapping it back up into place Fuse Usage No
54. oil and filter every 7 500 miles 12 500 km or 12 months whichever occurs first Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions causes engine oil to break down slower See Change Oil Indicator in the Index What to Do with Used Oil Did you know that used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Don t let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil See the manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products Used oil can be a real threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all free flowing oil from the filter before disposal Don t ever dispose of oil putting it in the trash pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or hodies of water Instead recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil I you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil ask your dealer a service station a local recycling center for help 6 13 Air Cleaner The air cleaner and filter are on the driver s side of the engine compartment l Remove the Powertrain Control Module PCM cover that is located to the driver s side of the air cleaner assembly Unscrew the retaining screws and remove the PCM cover 6 14 Remove the air
55. person use the manual or power lock When the door is closed again it will not lock automatically Just use the manual or power lock to lock the door again If you need to lock your doors before shifting out of PARK just use the manual or power lack button to lock the doors Personal Choice Programming If your vehicle is equipped with remote keyless entry you can program the memory door locks feature to change to the following modes Mode Operation No automatic door lock or unlack doors automatically lock when shifted out of PARK P No automatic door unlack na doors automatically lock when shifted out of PARK Only the driver s door automatically unlocks when shifted into PARK 3 doors automatically lock when shifted out of PARK P All doors automatically unlock when shifted into PARK P Vehicles are delivered programmed in Mode 3 2 6 Use the following procedure to change modes Clase all doors and turn the ignition Keep all doors closed throughout this procedure Press and hold the driver s power door lock switch through Step 4 Press the LOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter The automatic door locks will remain in the current mode Press the LOCK button on the transmitter again Each time the transmitter s LOCK button ts pressed the mode will advance by going from 3 to U to elc Release the power door lock sw
56. straight out of the assembly 4 Remove the old bulb by pulling it straight out Replace with new bulb by pushing the bulb straight into the socket until the bulb clicks into place Turn the bulb socket one quarter turn into the assembly to lock it back into place Headlamp Aiming Your vehicle has the composite headlamp system These headlamps have horizontal and vertical aim indicators The aim has been pre set at the factory and should need no further adjustment If your vehicle is damaged an accident and the headlamp aim seems to be affected see your Buick dealer Headlamps on damaged vehicles may require recalibration of the horizontal aim by your Buick dealer To check the aim the vehicle should be properly prepared as follows e The vehicle must have all four tires on a perfectly level surface e The vehicle should not any snow or mud attached to it e There should not be any cargo or loading of the vehicle except it should have a full tank of gas and one person or 160 Ibs 75 kg on the driver s seat Tires should be properly inflated The horizontal indicator should read 11 7 NOTICE To make sure your headlamps are aimed properly read all the instructions before beginning Failure to follow these instructions could cause damage to headlamp parts State inspection stations will allow a vertical reading of plus 0 76 degrees or minus 0 76 degrees from the center of the
57. than sequential order Press RAND again to turn off random play RECALL Press this button to see which track is playing Press it again within five seconds to see how long it has been playing To change what is normally shown on the display track or elapsed time press the button until you see the display you want then hold the button until the display flashes Press this button to play the radio when a disc is in the player SOURCE Press this button to change to the disc function when the radio is on When a disc i5 inserted the disc will play until you press AM FM Then the disc will stop playing and the radio will play Press SOURCE again to play a disc again CD PLAY will show on the display EJECT Press this button to remove the dise The radio will plav If you turn off the ignition or radio with a disc in the player it will stay in the player When you turn on the ignition or system the disc will start playing where it stopped if it was the last selected audio source If you leave compact disc in the player while listening to the radio it may become warm AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control apunte AMF Playing the Radio VOLUME Press this knob to turn the system and off To increase volume turn the knob clockwise Tum it counterclockwise to decrease volume RECALL Press this button briefly to recall the station being played or to di
58. than you would on dry pavement See Anti Lock in the Index Allow greater following distance on any slippery road Watch for slippery spots The road might be fine until you hit spot that s covered with ice On an otherwise clear road ice patches may appear in shaded areas where the sun can t reach around clumps of trees behind buildings under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you on it Try not to brake while you re actually on the ice avoid sudden steering maneuvers 4 28 If You re Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow you could be in a serious situation You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help und you can hike through the snow Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe Tum on your hazard flashers e Tie a red cloth to vour vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow e Put on extra clothing or wrap blanket around you If you have no blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm You can run the engine to keep warm but be careful 4 29 Snow trap exhaust gases under your
59. that button uh 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton P SCAN Press this button to listen to each of your preset stations for a few seconds The radio will go to the first preset station stop for a few seconds then go on to the next preset station Press P SCAN again to stop scanning H preset station has weak reception the radio will nor stop ar the preset station AUTO SET Press this button and the system will seek and set the 12 strongest FM or the 6 strongest AM stations on your preset buttons AUTO SET will flash while secking and will remain on until this function is complete To return to the stations vou manually set press AUTO SET again setting the Tone BASS Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to increuse or decrease bass Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to increase or decrease treble If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them TONE This feature allows you to choose preset bass and treble equalization settings designed for classical pop rock jazz talk and country western stations CLASS will appear on the display when you first press TONE Each time you press it another setting will appear on the display Press it again after C amp W appears and MANUAL will appear Tone control will return to the BASS and TREB knobs Also if you use the BASS and
60. the trailer adds considerably to wind resistance increasing the pulling requirements If You Do Decide To Pull 4 Trailer If vou do here are some important points There are many different laws including speed limit restrictions having to do with trailering Make sure your rig will be legal not only where you live bul also where you ll be driving A good source for this information can be state or provincial police e Consider using sway control You can ask a hiteh dealer about sway controls e Don t tow a trailer at all during the first 1 000 miles 1 600 km your new vehicle is driven Your engine axle or other parts could be damaged e Then during the first 500 miles 800 kr that you tow a trailer don t drive over 50 mph 80 km h and don t make starts at full throttle This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads Obey speed limit restrictions when towing a trailer Don t drive faster than the maximum posted speed for trailers or no more than 55 mph 90 km h to wear on your vehicle s parts Three important considerations have to do with weight ihe weight of the trailer ihe weight of the trailer tongue and the total weight on your vehicle s tires Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It should never weigh more than 1 000 Ibs 450 But even that can be too heavy It depends on how you plan to use your rig F
61. the mirror so vou can see clearly behind your vehicle The day night adjustment on the bottom of the mirror allows you to adjust rhe mirror to avoid glare trom the headlamps behind you Day Night Manual Rearview Mirror Electrochromic Day Night Rearview Mirror With Integral Reading Lamps If Equipped If Equipped Your Buick may have an automatic electrochromic day night rearview mirror This mirror automatically changes to reduce glare from headlamps behind you A photocell on the back of the When you are sitting in a comfortable driving position mirror senses when it is becoming dark outside Another adjust the mirror so you see clearly behind your photocell built into the mirror surface senses when vehicle The day night adjustment allows you to adjust the headlamps are behind you mirror to avoid glare from the headlamps behind you The integral reading lamps are turned on or off by pressing the toggle switch at the bottom of the mirror These lamps are also part of the courtesy lamps described earlier in this section 2 48 At night when the glare ts too high the mirror will gradually darken to reduce glare this change may take lew seconds The mirror will return to its clear daytime state when the glare is reduced Press the button at the base of the mirror to turn on the automatic feature The button has an indicator light to show it is on Press the button again to turn the automatic feature ott
62. the weights are proper If they aren t vou may be able to get them right simply moving some items around in the trailer Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires Be sure your vehicle s tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires You ll find these numbers on the Tire Loading Information label located at the rear edge of the driver s door or see Loading Your Vehicle in the Index Then be sure you don t go over the GWW limit for your vehicle including the weight of the trailer tongue 4 36 Hitches Its important to have the correct hitch equipment Crosswinds large trucks going by and rough roads are i few reasons why you ll need the right hitch Here are some rules to follow The bumpers on your vehicle are not intended for hitches Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper type hitches to them Use only frame mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper Will you have to make holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch If you do then be sure to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch If you don t seal them deadly carbon monoxide CO from your exhaust can get into your vehicle see Carbon Monoxide in the Index Dirt and water too Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated fro
63. to fall while you are driving The surface may get wer suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavement markings the edge of the road and even people walking Its wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled with washer fluid Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts Wet brakes can cause accidents They won t work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of water or acar wash apply your brake pedal lightly until vour brakes work normally a Se ira arua uu e E Tb e rare Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes Try to avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them 4 19 Hydroplaning is dangerous So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water This can happen if the road is wet enough and you re going fast enough Whe
64. to fix it The belt is twisted across the body ee Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don t wear safety belts To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle The belt should go back out of the way Before you close the door be sure the belt is out of the way If you slam the door on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy 1 18 The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother When a safetv belt is worn properly it s more likely that the fetus won t be hurt a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Right Front Passenger Position The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt See Driver Position earlier in this section When the lap portion of the belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again If your vehicle has a center passenger position be sure to use the correct buckle when buckling your lap shoulder belt If you find that the latch plate will not go fully into the buckle see if you are using the buckle lor the c
65. vehicle This can cause deadly CO carbon monoxide gas to get inside CO could overcome you and kill you You can t see it or smell it so you might not know it is in vour vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time to time to be sure snow doesn t collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that s away from the wind This will help keep CO out Run your engine only as long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged You will need a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for awhile Then shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold But do it as little as possible Preserve the fuel as long as you can To help keep warm you can get of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises every half hour or so until help comes Loading Your Vehicle n TIRE LOADING INFORMATION LJ OCCUPANTS VEHICLE CAP WT FRT CTR HH TOTAL LBS KG MAX LOADING amp GVWR SAME AS VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT COLD TIRE TIRE S
66. with a pencil Turn the tape over and repeat If the hubs do not turn easily your tape be damaged and should not be used in the player Try a new tape to make sure your player 15 working properly e Ell The tape is broken Try a new tape lf any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected please contact your dealer If your radio displays an error number write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem PREV 1 Press this button to search for the previous selection on the tape Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for PREV to work The sound will mute while seeking NEXT 2 Press this button to search for the next selection on the tape Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for NEXT to work The sound will mute while seeking The SEEK down and up arrows will also find the previous and next selections on the tape 4413 Press this bution to reverse the tape rapidly Press it again to return to plaving speed The radio will play while the tape reverses idi Press this button to advance quickly to another part of the tape Press the button again to return to playing speed The radio will play while the advances SIDE 5 Press this button to change the side of the that is playing RAND 6 Press this button to reduce background noise when playing a cassette tape The doubl
67. your radio s P SCAN hutton and allows you to listen to each of your preset stations for few seconds The radio will to the first preset station stop for a few seconds then zo on to the next preset station Press SCAN again to stop scanning If a preset station has weak reception the radio will not stop at the preset station Press this button ta choose or FM2 VOL Press the up or down arrow to increase or decrease volume SRCE If you have radio only controls you will have this control Press SRCE to play cassette tape or compact dise when the radio is playing If both a tape and disc are installed the system wall first gc to tape play Press SRCE again to go to disc play MUTE If you have radio only controls you will have this control Press MUTE to silence the system Press it again to turn on the sound 3 33 Understanding Radio Reception FM Stereo FM stereo will give you the best sound But signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles 16 to 65 km Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals causing the sound to come and go AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range however can cause stations to interfere with each other AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you ever get it Tips About Your Audio System Hearing damage fro
68. 1997 LE SABRE 9 The 1997 Buick LeSabre Owner s Manual 1 1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly It also explains the SRS system 2 1 Features and Controls This section explains how t start and operate your Buick 3 1 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system 4 1 Your Driving and the Road Here you ll find helpful information and tips about the road and how ro drive under different conditions 5 1 Problems on the Road This section tells what to do if you have a problem while driving such as a flat tire or overheated engine etc 6 1 Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to keep your Buick running properly and looking good 7 1 Maintenance Schedule This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use 8 1 Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Buick for assistance and how to get service and owner publications It alsa gives you information on Reporting Safety Defects on page 8 8 9 1 Index Here s an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual You can use it to quickly Find something vou want to read BLICK GENERAL MOTORS GM the GM Emblem BUICK the BUICK Emblem and the name LESABRE are registered trademarks of General Motors Corp
69. 2 45 2 44 os oo cre cps Glee ered Rome x 2 47 Perimeter oan dac Er LL LII 2 45 Theater LAMME cue 2 44 Lesving Your Vehicle i s nin ey see cen T e Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running 2 2 29 Light Sensor Twilight Sentinel 24 ebay hes Ov eae ewes ted 2 52 Lights Air Bag Resdiness 1720 2 00 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 2 63 4 7 Hateiy WRC rrcecenccenre rk nied 2 01 Brake System Warning iiaa 0 00 0 00 4 Change oe pp cnc ee RE AERE LB cs PPP TU TA ET A TE TY 2 66 CENE ODD Li pL a 2 69 Engine Coolant Temperature Waming 2 03 Engine Pressure Light 2 68 Low Fuel pM EA ET AME 2 71 Pressure rte A E di 44 224524 2 88 Safety Belt Reminder pacha 1 6 2 59 Traction Control System Warning AR inp Tr 1 64 4 0 Traction Off Wiring cem Rene ne 4 9 Loading Your Vehicle TUPPCETITIL 6 Lockout Protection i dul ea dumaclacdurun 2 0 7 40 Delayed Locking Pee 2 4 LN 2 2 4 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check 27 40 Key Lock Cylinder Service 2 7 40
70. 2 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 3 Other Warning Devices 5 22 Changing a Flat Tire 5 3 Jump Starting 5 35 Compact Spare Tire 5 8 Towing Your Vehicle 5 36 If Youre Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 5 13 Engine Overheating Press the button to make your front and rear turn signal lamps Hash on and off Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in To turn off the Hashers pull out on the collar Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others They also let police know you have a problem Your front and rear turn signal lamps will Mush on and olf When the hazard warning flashers are on your signals won t wark 1 b Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set one up al the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your vehicle Jump Starting If your battery has run down you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your Buick But please use the following steps to do it safely Batteries can hurt you can be dangerous because They contain acid that can burn vou They contain gas that can explode or ignite e They contain enough electricity to burn you If vou don t follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you NOTICE Remember that ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to vour vehicle t
71. 2 Kg person who drinks three 2 ounce 355 ml bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0 06 percent The person would reach the same BAC by drinking three 4 ounce 120 ml glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1 1 2 ounces 45 ml of a liquor like whiskey gin or vodka It s the amount of alcohol that counts For example if the same person drank three double martinis 3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each within an hour the person s would close to 0 12 percent A person who consumes food just before or during drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level There is gender difference too Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men Since alcohal is carried in body water this means that a 4 4 woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks The law in many U S states sets the legal limit ata BAC of 0 10 percent Ina growing number of U S states and throughout Canada the limit is 0 08 percent In some other countries it s even lower The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we ve seen it depends on how much alcohol ts in the drinks and how quickly the person drinks them But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0 10 percent Research s
72. 210 of Industry and Science Canada Operation 15 subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment This system has a range of about 3 feet 1 m up to 30 feet 9 m At times you may notice a decrease in range This is normal for any remote keyless entry system If the transmitter does not work or if vou have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to WOrk try this e Check to determine if hattery replacement is necessary See the instructions that follow Check the distance You may be too far from your vehicle You may need to stand closer during rainy or snowy weather e Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal Take a few steps to the left or right hold the transmitter higher and try again f you re still having trouble see your Buick dealer ar a qualified technician for service Operation The driver s door will unlock when UNLOCK pressed If UNLOCK ts pressed again within five seconds all doors will unlock Pressing the UNLOCK button will also illuminate the interior lamps See Hluminated Entry in the Index 2 10 All doors will lock when LOCK is pressed The
73. 25 seconds after you remove the key from the ignition This will give you time to find the door pull handle or lock switches Illuminated Entry If Equipped Press the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter if equipped and the interior courtesy lamps will turn on and stay for up to minute The lamps will turn off immediately by pressing the LOCK button on the key transmitter starting the engine or activating the power door lacks Perimeter Lighting If Equipped When the UNLOCK button on the key transmitter 15 pressed the headlamps parking lamps back up lamps and cornering lamps will turn on if it is dark enough outside according to the twilight sentinel If your vehicle is not equipped with twilight sentinel and perimeter lighting is active the lights will turn on whenever the UNLOCK button on the transmitter is pressed Personal Choice Programming This feature can be programmed in the on or off mode For each transmitter To turn the feature off 1 Press and hold the door lock switch throughout this procedure All the doors will lack Press the instant alarm on the transmitter Perimeter lighting remains on at this time and the horn will chirp two times Press the instant alarm on the key transmitter again Perimeter lighting is disabled and the horn will chirp one time Release the door lock switch The perimeter lighting feature is now off turn the feature on Pres
74. 904 David Buick was building gasoline engines hy 1899 and Marr his engineer apparently built the first auto to be called a Buick in 1900 However Buick traditionally dates its beginnings to 1903 That was the year the company was reorganized refinanced and moved from Detroit to Flint Buick has always been a product innovator Buick engineers developed the iv valve in head engine a light powerful and reliable engine which would eventually influence the entire automotive industry William C Durant was instrumental in promoting Buicks across the country using his Durant Dort Carriage Co outlets and salespeople as the nucleus of a giant distribution system He knew the Buick as self seller If automobiles could be this good he thought maybe it was time to switch from the horse and buggy business to automobiles At the 1905 New York Auto Show Durant took orders for 1 000 Buicks before the company had built 40 On Buick s success Durant created a holding company September 16 1908 He called it General Motors William C Billy Durant Durant also created racing team that won 500 racing trophies in 1909 and 1910 including successes al Indianapolis two years before the Indy 500 began The success of Buick engines was visible not only on the race track but in endurance tests across the country and around the world Buick was the only car to complete a 1 000 mile Chicago to New York race
75. Automatic Transaxle vrai Re OR E AEN 2 51 Gross Axle Weight Rating 4 3 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 4 3 Guide en ii CSV AE EE EE EE 4 31 Bulbs CREATE EERIE reticle 6 29 Hazard Warning Flashers M Pise Resin 110202 Lu Vx mavis Dan d dcn aru a 1 5 Headlamps 2 41 PORTE a BORE EET A 6 35 Bulb Replacement 2 20 aa acr rr rrr 6 29 High Low Beam Changer E 2 36 CH RETIBOEE 22224 2 42 Wiring CE v Ee TEES TEE E IET 8 35 Hearing Impaired Customer Assistance e 8 4 correre aL E Exe d RUE AE 3 8 High Beam Headlamps TRE etre 2 36 Highway Hypnosis Re era 4 24 Hill und Mountain Roads sees 4 24 Hitches Trailer 4 36 Checking UC Ero oue e Face e ett ee 6 7 Release 6 5 Moi re e ree TUA AS 2 33 ek a CREE DIC a 4 20 Positions i 2 19 lenition Transaxle Lock Check 7 42 Illuminated Entry SACR Lut ca ia tutta oe Tire 2 45 Inflation I8 nme Y are e MEM Inside Day Night Rearview Mirror 2 2 47 7 43 PIE SSUES eI QVE T We ROP Te AE 7 44 Calipen uaa 7 44 PIES AI
76. B IF your vehicle has an aluminum wheel with a center cover that hides the wheel nuts remove the center cover by using the flat end of the wrench to pry it off un i If your vehicle has a wheel cover remove it bv using the flat end of the wheel wrench your vehicle has this aluminum wheel vou may have plastic wheel nut caps Use the wheel nut wrench to remove the wheel nut caps and to loosen the wheel nuts Pry along the edge of the wheel cover until it comes off When re installing the decorative nut caps tighten the Be careful the rim edges may be sharp Don t try to caps snugly with the wheel wrench then continue remove it with your bare hands one quarter rotation to secure plastic caps Note When replacing any wheel cover carefully line up If your vehicle has wire the tire valve stem and the notch in the wheel cover wheel covers remove them as follows 5 26 Use the wire wheel key wrench to remove the wheel cover Using the flat end of the key wrench handle between the wire wheel cover and the center cap pry off the center cap Remove the theft deterrent nut by plucing the key end of the wire wheel key wrench over the nut and turning it to the left Pull off the wire wheel cover Note When replacing the wheel cover carefully line up the tire valve stem and the notch in the wheel cover L bur m Removing the Flat Tire and I
77. Break In NOTICE Your modern Buick doesn t need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if vou follow these guidelines e Don t drive at one speed fast or slow for the first 500 miles 805 km Don t make full throttle starts Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles 322 km ur so During this time your new brake linings aren t yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Don t tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer in the Index for more information Ignition Positions With the ignition key in the ignition switch vou can turn the switch to five different positions ACCESSORY The accessory position lets you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off To use push in the key and turn it toward you Your steering wheel will remain locked just as it was belore vou inserted the key 2 19 LOCK B This is the only position in which you remove the key This position locks your ignition steering wheel and transaxle It s a theft deterrent feature OFF C This position lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel It doesn t lock the steering wheel like LOCK and it doesn t send any electrical power t the accessories Use OFF if you must have your vehicle in moti
78. CE IE 2 63 4 7 Check Engine LIgat ior 2 66 dite BA Met Hea Due Ae a ape DA a 6 25 Check Oil Level Light PIRA UN RU uP pel 2 69 Master Cylinder rez II E EA c 8 25 Checking Your Restraint Systems 1 46 uiia ERR Chemical Point Spotting 6 5 ecce 6 52 Pedal VEL paw bade dane oe cd rx eon EE aa 6 28 Child Restraint 1 35 Replacing System Parts 6 28 Securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position 1 37 System Warning Light Mr er SEES S E Sn Securing in the Center Rear Seat Position iiL 1 39 ERRAT IOTER TENIS TET 4 37 Securing in the Right Front Seat Position 1 4 Transaxle Shift Interlock 2 24 7 41 Top Strap AT aid lee 1 36 WERL reat I 6 27 Wie Pul EE 1 35 Brakes Anti Lock WOES het ben tere E Rips 4 7 Cigarette Lighter bea narii ET E ut 4 6 Circuit Breakers and Fuses 22 2 6 56 Braking in Emergencies nee prae PU P YER TT RRA 6 14 iene be pect ela a EA 2 19 Cleaning Broche ausa et Aluminum Wh
79. FULL 2 71 NOTES 2 72 8 Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this section you ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your Buick Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle 3 1 Comfort Controls 3 22 4 6 Air Conditioning 3 7 Heating 31 25 3 8 Ventilation Systern and Tips 3 9 Tips for Defogging and Defrosting 4 30 3 10 Kear Window Defogger 3 33 3 11 Passenger Control 3 34 3 11 Steering Wheel Controls for Climate Control 3 34 3 12 Audio Systems 3 34 3 12 Setting the Clock 3 35 3 12 AM FM Stereo 3 35 3 14 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player 3 36 3 18 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Tone Control AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Tone Control AM FM Stereo with Cassette CD Players and Tone Control Theft Deterrent Feature Steering Wheel Controls Understanding Radio Reception Tips About Your Audio System Adding Sound Equipment to Your Vehicle Care of Your Cassette Tape Player Care of Your Compact Dises Heated Backlite Antenna Comfort Controls This section describes how to operate your climate control system Your climate control system uses ozone friendly 134 refrigerant With these systems you car control the heating cooling and ventilation in your Buick Your vehicle also has a flow through ventilation system described later in this section Electronic Touch Climate Control
80. Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades tires by wreadweur traction and temperature performance This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States The grades are molded on the sidewalls af most passenger car tires The Uniform Tire Quality Grading svstem does not apply to deep tread winter type snow tires space saver or temporary use spare tires tires with nominal rim diameters of I0 to 12 inches 25 to 30 or to some limited production tires While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these erades they must also conform to Federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly trom the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction A B C The traction grades from highest to lowest are and C and they represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on spec
81. ICE We recommend vou use only fluid labeled DEXRON IIL because fluid with that label is made especially for your automatic transaxle Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRON III is not covered by your new vehicle warranty 3 After adding fluid recheck the fluid level as described under How to Check 4 When the correct fluid level is obtained push the dipstick back in all the way Engine Coolant The cooling system in vour vehicle is filled with DEX COOL engine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 50 000 miles 240 000 km whichever occurs first if you add only DEX COOL extended life coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating in the Index 50 50 mixture of water and DEX COOL coolant wall Give freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C Give boiling protection up to 265 129 C Protect against rust and corrosion Help keep the proper engine temperature Let the Warning lights and gages work as they should 6 19 NOTICE When adding coolant it is important that you use only DEX COOL silicate free coolant If coolant other than DEX COOL is added to the system premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion may result In addition the engine coolant will require change sooner at 30 000 miles 50 000 km
82. IZE SPEED PRESSURE RTG PSI KPa FRT RR SPA IF TIRES ARE HOT ADD 4PSI 28KPs SEE OWNER S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry The Tire Loading Information label found on the rear edge of the driver s door tells you the proper size speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for the tires on your vehicle It also gives you important information about the number of people that can be in your vehicle and the total weight that you can carry This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP DATE GVWR GAWRFRT RR THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLI CABLE U S FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY BLIMPER AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE The other label is the Certification label found on the rear edge of the driver s door It tells you the gross weicht capacity of your vehicle called the GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for either the front or rear axle And if you do have a heavy load you should spread it Don t carry more than 176 165 80 kilograms in vour trunk Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or
83. It works by using a secret code to disable all radio functions whenever battery power is removed If THEFTLOCK is active the THEFTLOCK indicator will flash when the ignition is off The THEFTLOCK feature for the radio may be used or ignored If ignored the system plays normally and the radio is not protected by the feature IF THEFTLOCK is activated your radio will not operate if stolen When THEFTLOCK is activated the radio will display LOC to indicate a locked condition anytime battery power is removed If your battery loses power for any reason vou must unlock the radio with the secret cade before it will operate Activating the Theft Deterrent Feature The instructions which follow explain how to enter your secret code to activate the THEFTLOCK system It is recommended that you read through all nine steps before starting the procedure NOTE If you allow more than 15 seconds to elapse between any steps the radio automatically reverts to time and you must start the procedure over at Step 4 1 2 un Write down any three or four digit number from 1999 and keep it in safe place separate from the vehicle Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN Turn the radio off Press the and 4 buttons together Hold them down until shows on the display Next you will use the secret code number which you have written down Press MIN and 000 will appear on the display Press MIN again to make the last two dig
84. N m NOTICE Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification Don t try to put wheel cover on your compact spare tire It won t fit Store the wheel cover in the trunk until vou have the flat tire repaired or replaced NOTICE Wheel covers won t fit on your compact spare If vou try to put a wheel cover on vour compact spare you could damage the cover or the spare Storing the Flat Tire and Tools Store the flat tire as far forward in the trunk as possible Store the jack and wheel wrench in their box in the trunk on the passenger s side Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place After you ve put the compact spare tire on your vehicle you ll need to store the flat tire in your trunk Use the following procedure to secure the flat tire in the trunk et Storing the Spare Tire and Tools Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place The compact spare is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare tire with
85. OON light to be lit for a bulb check period of three seconds The reset button is in the glove box With the ignition key in the RUN position push the reset button hold it in for at least five seconds but net more than 60 seconds After five seconds the CHANGE OIL SOON light will flash four times and then go off This indicates that the Oil Life Monitor System has been reset Fuel Gage ttakes a little more or less fuel t fill up than the gage indicated For example the gage may have inchicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank e The gage moves a little when you turn a corner speed up or make a hard stop hes 1 e The gave doesn t go back to EMPTY E when you turn off the ignition Low Fuel Light If Equipped If your Buick has the gage cluster a light near the fuel gage will turn on when you are low on fuel You should Standard Cluster Gage Cluster Your fuel gage shows about how much fuel is in your tank It works only when the engine is on When the ehm ierit ene TU set more Hel as sonas indicator nears EMPTY Ei you still have a little fuel NN you can left You need to gel more fuel right away NUM H 4 Here some things that some owners ask about None w N of these show a problem with your fuel gage service station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads
86. OW The display will show fan speed comfort level setting and airflow direction for a few seconds whenever AUTO is selected and then it will display the outside temperature The outside temperature reading is most accurate when the vehicle is moving During stops the display shows the previous temperature for best accuracy and system control If the display is flashing after the climate control system is started there is a problem with the system and you should see your dealer for service Sun and temperature sensors automatically adjust the uir temperature the airflow direction and the fan speed to maintain your comfort setting The system may supply cooler air to the side of the vehicle toward the sun Be careful not to put anything over the sensors top of the dash Temperature Button To adjust the comfort level you want maintained inside the vehicle push the TEMP button If you want warmer comfort level push the red arrow If you want a cooler comfort level push the blue arrow Your comfort setting is shown in the display Fan Button The speed of the blower fan is controlled automatically if you have the system set for AUTO Pressing the FAN button will display and hold the current blower fan setting If you want the blower fan to run at a lower speed push the hottom of the FAN button The fan speed will decrease with every push of the button until the lowest speed is reached If you want to incr
87. RK only when your vehicle is stopped NOTICE Holding vour key in START for longer than 2 doesn t start right away hold your key in START for about three to five seconds at a time until your engine starts Wait about 13 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery 3 If vour engine still won t start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline 1 Without pushing the accelerator pedal turn your Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the ignition key to START When the engine starts let floor and holding it there as you hold the eo of the key The idle speed will go down as your START for about three seconds If the vehicle starts engine gets warm briefly but then stops again do the same thing but this time keep the pedal down for five or six seconds This clears the extra gasoline from the engine After waiting about 15 seconds repeat the normal starting procedure 2 21 Engine Coolant Heater Option Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories vou could change the way the engine operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If you don t your engine might not perform properly If you ever have to have your vehicle towed see the part of this manual that tells how to do it without damaging your vehicle See Towing Your
88. SORY or RUN 2 Turn the radio off 3 Press the and 4 buttons together Hold them down until SEC shows on the display 4 Press MIN and O00 will appear on the display 5 Press MIN again to make the last two digits agree with your code 6 Press HRS to make the first one or two digits agree with your code 7 Press AM FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the secret code you have written down The display will show indicating that the radio is no longer secured If the code entered is incorrect SEC will appear on the display The radio will remam secured until the correct code is entered When battery power is removed and later applied to a secured radio the radio won t turn on and LOC will appear on the display To unlock secured radio see Unlocking the Theft Deterrent Feature After Power Loss earlier in this section Steering Wheel Controls If Equipped If your vehicle has this feature you can control certain radio functions using the buttons on your steering wheel Some steering wheel controls may operate climate controls See Steering Wheel Controls for Climate Control earlier in this section SEEK Press this button to go to the next higher or lower radio station Press and hold this button again for two seconds and SCAN will appear Press it again stop scanning SCAN Press this button to scan the stationis preset on your radio pushbuttons This feature works like
89. TUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 27 Long Trip Highway Maintenance Schedule The services shown in this schedule up to 100 000 miles 166 000 km should be performed after 100 000 miles 166 000 km at the same intervals The services shown at 150 000 miles 240 000 km should be performed at the same interval after 150 000 miles 240 000 km See Owner Checks and Services and Periodic Maintenance Inspections following Footnotes The U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage transaxle shift linkage parking brake cable guides and underbody contact points If your vehicle has an Engine Oil Life Monitor the monitor will show you when to change the oil usually between 3 000 miles 5 000 km and 7 500 miles 7 28 I 12 500 km since your last oil change Under severe conditions the indicator may come on before 3 000 miles 5 000 km Never drive your vehicle more than 7 500 miles 12 500 km or 12 months without an oil change The system won t detect dust in the oil So if you drive in a dusty area be sure to cha
90. V 6 engine was used in the Special 1962 Buick Special Built inside the walls of the old buildings in Buick s former Flint complex which formed the cornerstone of General Motors Buick City is a state of the art assembly facility with more than 200 robots and other high tech equipment It was completed in the fall of 1985 Buicks are and will continue to be premium American matorcars with smooth power high performance rich detail and comtortable accommodation Ed Mertz General Manager Buick Motor Division Our mission is simple Buick will provide Premium American Motorcars backed with services that exceed our customers expectations throughout the purchase ownership service and repurchase experience Buicks are SUBSTANTIAL Buicks are DISTINCTIVE Buicks are POWERFUL Buicks are PREMIUM How to Use this Manual Many people read their owner s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle you do this it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle In this manual you ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly Index A good place to look for what you need 1s the Index in the back of the manual It s an alphabetical list of all that s in the manual and the page number where you ll find it Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book We use box and the word CAUTION to tel
91. a Barbados Antigua and the British Virgin Islands 1 800 534 0122 In all other Caribbean countries 809 763 1315 In other overseas locations call GM International Product Center in Canada at 905 644 4112 8 3 For prompt assistance please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative Your name address home and business telephone numbers Vehicle Identification Number This 15 available trom the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield e Dealership name and location e Vehicle delivery and present mileage e Nature of concem We encourage you Lo call us so we can give your inquiry prompt attention However if you wish to write Buick address your inquiry to Buick Motor Division Customer Relations Center 902 E Hamilton Avenue Flint MI 48550 In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario LIH 8 4 Refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet far addresses of GM Overseas offices When contacting Buick please remember that your concern will likely be resolved in the dealership using the dealer s facilities equipment and personnel That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have concern Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users
92. a full size tire as soon as you can See Compact Spare Tire later in this section See 1 Jack the storing instructions label to replace your compact Wheel Wrench spare into your trunk properly i Wing Bolt Tire Cover Boli Dom p 5 34 Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new it can lose air after a time Check the inflation pressure regularly It should be 60 psi 420 kPa After installing the compact spare on your vehicle you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire 1s correctly inflated The compact spare 15 made to perform well at speeds up ta 65 mph 105 km h for distances up to 3 000 miles 5 000 km so you finish your trip and have your full size tire repaired or replaced where you want Of course it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case vou need it again NOTICE When the compact spare is installed don t take vour vehicle through an automatic vehicle wash with guide rails compact spare can get caught on the rails That can damage the tire and wheel and maybe other parts of your vehicle Don t use your compact spare on other vehicles And don t mix your compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires They won t fit Keep your spare tire and its wheel together Tire chains won t fit
93. a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to readjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who doesn t lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down little Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean inside and out at night is made much worse by dirt on the glass Even the inside of the glass can build up a film caused by dust Dirty glass makes lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would making the pupils of your eyes contract repeatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it s easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes he examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and aren t even aware of it 4 17 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble On a wet E road you can t stop accelerate or turn as well because vour tire to road traction isn t as good as on dry roads And if your tires don t have much tread left you ll get even less traction It s always wise to go slower and be cautious if rain starts
94. again to stop scanning The sound will mute while scanning PUSHBUTTONS The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 18 stations six AM six and six 2 Just 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press AM FM to select the band 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons The sound will mute When it returns release the button Whenever you press that numbered button the station vou set will return 5 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton P SCAN Press this button to listen to each of your preset stations for few seconds The radio will go to the first preset station stop for a few seconds then go on to the next preset station Press P SCAN again to stop scanning The radio will not stop at a preset if the station is weak 3 15 Setting the Tone BASS Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to increase or decrease bass TREB Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to increase or decrease treble If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble Push these knobs back into their stored pusitiums when you re not using them Adjusting the Speakers BAL Turn the control behind the upper knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers FADE Turn the control behind the lower knob to move the sound to the front or rear s
95. all of the trunk Put small loads like grocery bags behind the net It can help keep them from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and stops For heavier loads store them in the trunk as far forward as you can You can unhook the net so that it will lie when you re not using it 2 52 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter The tront center and rear ashtrays may be removed for cleaning Hold the sides of the ashiray and then pull the ashtray up and out NOTICE Don t put papers or other flammable objects into vour ashtrays Hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them causing a damaging fire To use a lighter push the center all the way in and let it zo When it is ready the center will pop back by itself Pull out the entire unit to use it NOTICE Don t hold a cigarette lighter in with vour hand while it is heating If vou do it won t be able to back away from the heating element when it s ready That can make it overheat damaging the lighter and the heating element Sun Visors Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirrors If Equipped Dual Sun Visors When you open the cover to either the passenger s or Each sun visor has two parts so that both the windshield driver s visor vanity mirror the lamps will turn on The and door glass be shaded at the same time There 18 brightness of the lamp can be adjusted by sliding the also a tinted transparent extension that may be pulled s
96. an burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite Don t park over papers leaves dry grass or other things that can burn Engine Exhaust Engine exhaust can kill It contains the gas carbon monoxide which vou can t see or smell It can cause unconsciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris Repairs weren t done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If vou ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle e Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO Have vour vehicle fixed immediately Running Your Engine While You re Parked It s better not to park with the engine running But if you ever have to here are some things to know Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into vour vehicle see the earlier Caution under Engine Exhaust Also idling in a closed in place let deadly carbon monoxide CO into your vehicle even if the fan switch is at the highest setting One place this can happen is a garage Exhaust with CO can come in easily NEVER park ina garage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Blizzard in t
97. and SCAN will appear on the display Use SCAN to listen to stations for a few seconds The radio will go to station stop few seconds then go on to the next station Press one of the SEEK arrows again to stop scanning The sound will mute while scanning PUSHBUTTONS The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 18 stations six AM six and six FM2 Just Turn the radio on 2 Press the AM FM button to select the band 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons The sound will mute When it returns release the button Whenever you press that numbered butron the station you set will return 5 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton P SCAN Press this bution to listen to cach of your preset stations for few seconds The radio will go to the first preset station stop for a few seconds then go on 1o the next preset station Press P SCAN again to stop scanning The radio will not stop at a preset station if the station 18 Weak Setting the Tone BASS Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to increase or decrease bass Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to increase or decrease treble If a station is weak or noisy vou may want to decrease the treble Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you not using them Adjusting the Speakers BAL Turn the control behi
98. and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you re on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it s slower Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass Before changing lanes check your mirrors Then use your turn signal Just hefore vou leave the lane glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there isn t another vehicle in vour blind spot Once vou are moving on the freeway make certain you allow a reasonable following distance Expect to move slightly slower at night When you want to leave the move to the proper lane well in advance If you miss your exit do not under any circumstances stop and back up Drive on to the next exit The exit ramp be curved sometimes quite sharply The exit speed is usually posted Reduce your speed according to your speedometer nat to your sense of motion After driving for any distance at higher speeds you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are Before Leaving on a Long Trip Make sure you re ready Try to be well rested If you must start when you re not fresh such as after a day s work don t plan to make too many miles that first part of the journey Wear comfortuble clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained its ready to go needs
99. and in varying weather conditions We ve also included many other useful tips on driving 4 2 Defensive Driving 4 18 Driving Rain and on Wet Roads 4 3 Drunken Driving 4 2 City Driving 4 5 Control of a Vehicle 4 22 Freeway Driving 4 6 Braking 4 23 Betore Leaving on a Long Trip 4 10 Steering 4 24 Highway Hypnosis 4 13 Off Road Recovery 4 24 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 13 Passing 4 26 Winter Driving 4 15 Loss of Control 4 3 Loading Your Vehicle 4 16 Driving at Night 4 33 Towing a Trailer 4 2 Defensive Driving The best advice anvone can give about driving is Drive defensively Please start with a very important safety device in your Buick Buckle up See Safety Belts in the Index Delensive driving really means ready for anything On city streets rural roads or freeways it means always expect the unexpected Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do Be ready for their mistakes Rear end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy It s the number one contributor to the highway death toll claiming thousands of victim
100. are that it can happen Then here are some tips Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eves moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently If you get sleepy pull off the road into a rest service or parking area and take a nap get some exercise or both For safety treat drowsiness on the highway as an emergency 4 24 Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flat or rolling terrain If you drive regularly in steep country or if you re planning to visit there here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable Keep your vehicle good shape Check all fluid Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL iX or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would Know how to go down hills The most important then have poor braking or even none going down thing to know is this let your engine do some of the slowing down Shift to lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill levels and also the brakes tires cooling svstem and transaxle These parts can work hard on mountain roads a hill You could crash Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when vou go downhill Know how to go uphill Drive in t
101. arly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher e Inhilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filter do not require changing See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult vou may choose to have this done at your Buick dealership Service Department If you do it yourself be sure ro follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick NOTICE Too much or too little fluid can damage vour transaxle Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts starting a fire Be sure to get an accurate reading if vou check your transaxle fluid Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid level if you have been driving When outside temperatures are above 90 32 C Athigh speed for quite a while Inheavy traffic especially in hot weather While pulling a trailer To get the right reading the fuid should be at normal operating temperature which is 180 F to 200 F 82 C ta 93 C Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles 24 km when outside temperatures are above 50 F 10 C If its colder than 50 F 10 C you may have to drive longer Checking the Fluid L
102. ases and away from direct sunlight and dust If the surface of a disc is soiled dampen a clean soft cloth in a mild neutral detergent solution and clean it wiping from the center to the edge Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling dises Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge 3 35 Heated Backlite Antenna Your AM FM antenna is integrated with vour rear window defogger into your rear window Be sure that the inside surface of the rear window is not scratched and that the lines on the glass are not damaged If the inside surface is damaged it could interfere with radio reception Do not try to clear frost or other material from the inside of the rear window with an ice scraper credit card or other hard object This may damage the rear defogger grid and affect vour radio s ability to pick up stations clearly pM M P ma s If when you turn on your rear window defogger vou hear static on your radio station il means defogger grid line has been damaged and must be repaired Your radio is not at fault If you choose to add a cellular telephone to your Buick and the antenna needs to be attached to the glass he sure that you do not damage the grid lines for the AM FM antenna NOTES 3 38 88 Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads
103. at 800 955 5100 or the Buick Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 955 7200 Warranty Information Your vehicle comes with a separate warranty booklet that contains detailed warranty information 8 8 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traltic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying General Motors If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in u group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT If you live in Canada and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect vou should immediately notify Transport Canada in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited You may write to Transport Canada Box S880 Ottawa Ontario 3 2 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to no
104. ation 8 9 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 8 7 GM Participation in an Alternative Dispute 8 9 Ordering Service and Owner Publications Resolution Program in Canada Customer Satisfaction Procedure 8 2 Buick dealers have the facilities trained technicians and up to date information to promptly address any concerns you may have However if a concern has not been resolved to your complete satisfaction take the following steps STEP ONE Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management Normally concerns be quickly resolved at that level If the matter has already been reviewed with the Sales Service or Parts Manager contact the owner of the dealership or the General Manager STEP TWO If after contactine a member of dealership management it appears your concem cannet be resolved by the dealership without further help contact the Buick Customer Relations Center by calling 1 800 521 7304 In Canada contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1 800 222 2777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French For help outside of the United States and Canada call the following numbers as appropriate e In Mexico 525 625 3256 In Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English or 1 800 496 9993 Spanish In the U S Virgin Islands 1 800 496 9904 In the Dominican Republie 1 800 751 4135 English or 1 800 751 4136 Spanish In the Bahamas 1 800 389 0009 In Bermud
105. ative terminals on each battery 6 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock Using a match near battery can cause batterv The vehicles could be damaged too gas to explode People have been hurt doing this some have been blinded Use a flashlight if Before you connect the cables here are some basic vou need more light things vou should know Positive will go to positive and negative will eo to negative or a metal engine part Don t connect positive Lo negative or you ll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too Be sure the battery has enough water You don t need to add water to the Delco Freedom battery installed in every new GM vehicle But if a battery has filler caps be sure the right amount of fluid is there If it is low add water to take care of that first If you don t explosive gas could be present Battery fluid contains acid that can burn vou Don t get it on vou If you accidentally get it in your eves or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engines are running Un amp Don t let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has
106. ator pedal when the transaxle is in gear If that doesn t get you out after a few tries vou may need to be towed If you do need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle in the Index NOTES NOTES O Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about the care of your Buick This section begins with service and fuel information and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels There ts also technical information about your vehicle and a part devoted to its appearance care 6 2 6 3 6 4 6 5 6 7 6 10 6 14 6 16 6 19 6 22 6 23 6 24 Service Fuel Fuels in Foreign Countries Filling Your Tank Checking Things Under the Hood Engine Oil Air Cleaner Automatic Transaxle Fluid Engine Coolant Radiator Pressure Cap Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid Brakes Battery Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires Appearance Care 6 47 6 49 6 49 6 50 6 51 6 52 6 52 6 52 6 53 6 54 6 54 6 55 6 61 6 61 6 62 6 62 6 62 6 62 Cleaning the Inside of Your Buick Care of Safety Belts Cleaning Glass Surfaces Cleaning the Outside of Your Buick Cleaning Aluminum Wheels Cleaning Tires Sheet Metal Damage Finish Damage Appearance Care Materials Chart Vehicle Identification Number VIN Service Parts Identification Label Electrical System Replacement Bulbs Capacities and Specifications Conditioning Refrigerants
107. ave a cassette tape in the player while listening to the radio it may become warm CLN If this message appears on the display the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player in the Index After you clean the player press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator The radio will display to show the indicator was reset Stereo with Cassette Tape Plaver and Automatic Tone Control Plaving the Radio VOLUME Press this knob to turn the system on and off To increase volume turn the knob clockwise Turn it counterclockwise to decrease the volume RECALL Press this button briefly to recall the station being played or to display the clock To change what is normally shown on the display station or time press this button until you see the display you want then hold the button until the display flashes If you press the button when the ienition is off the clock will show for ew seconds Finding a Station Press this button to switch between AM and FM2 The display shows your selection TUNE Press the up or down arrow to choose radio stations SEEK Press the up or down arrow to go to the next higher or lower station and stay there The sound will mute while seeking SCAN Press one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds a
108. bubble 6 35 If you find that the headlamp aiming needs adjustment follow these steps 1 Start by opening the hood and locating the vertical aim level that vou can see through the top of the headlamp lens Locate the bubble inside the level for vertical headlamp aim It is recommended that the upper limit not exceed plus 0 4 degrees from the center of the bubble Other drivers may flash their high beams at you if your adjustment is much above plus 0 4 degrees 2 Locate the headlamp aiming screw that is under the hood directly behind the headlamp assembly 3 Turn the vertical aiming screw until the bubble inside the level is centered at zero 0 After the vertical aim is correct check the horizontal aim for each headlamp and adjust as necessary Turn the horizontal aiming screw until the end of the screw aligns with the zero Re check the vertical aim to make sure it remains correct after the horizontal aim adjustment Adjust as necessary 6 37 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Replacement blades come in different types and removed in different ways Here s how to remove the type with a release clip 1 Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield 2 Push down on the release clip with a screwdriver and pull the blade assembly off the wiper arm 3 Push the new wiper blade securely on the wiper arm For the correct windshield wiper blade replacement length an
109. cations for the 1997 GM transmissions transaxles and transfer cases RETAIL SELL PRICE 40 00 SERVICE BULLETINS Service Bulletins aive technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle PLEASE COMPLETE THE ORDER FORM SHOWN ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE AND MAIL TO Helm Incorporated 07130 Detroit MI 48207 OWNER S INFORMATION Owner publications are written directly for Owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 15 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 10 00 CURRENT amp PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles request an order form please specity year and model name of the vehicle OR ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 782 4356 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 6 00 PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only VISA MasterCard Discover ORDEH TOLL FREE Orders will be mailed within 10 days of receipt Please allow time for postal NOTE Far Credit Card Holgers Only service If further information is needed write to the address shown below or call 1 800 782 4356 1 800 782 4356 Materia
110. ce any cables that have high effort or excessive wear Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Also inspect drum brake linings for wear and cracks Inspect other brake parts including drums wheel cylinders calipers parking brake etc Check parking brake adjustment You may need to have your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions result in frequent braking Caliper Knuckle Maintenance Inspection If you operate your vehicle in highly corrosive environment as indicated by the shaded areas on the map following this text your vehicle may require additional brake service Refer to the appropriate GM Service Bulletin for the proper caliper inspection procedure As necessary caliper pins and knuckle brake pad abutments should be lubricated at every other tire rotation Also see your GM dealer s service department or qualified service center for additional information 7 44 Part D Recommended Fluids USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Lubricants Hydraulic Brake Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid NOTE Fluids and lubricants identified below by name System GAME PAPE ISO Lead ToT OF part number or specification may be obtained from vour equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid GM dealer Parki
111. ch as enough water ice or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt Remember Any anti lock brake system ABS helps avoid only the braking skid 4 15 Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired by alcohol or drugs with night vision problems or by fatigue Here are some tips on night driving Drive defensively Don t drink and drive Adjust vour inside rearview mirror to reduce the elare rom headlamps behind you Since you can t see as well you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehic es Slow down especially on higher speed roads Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead In remote areas watch for animals If you re tired pull off the road in a sate place and rest 4 16 Night Vision No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences increase A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night us a 20 year old What you do in the daytime can also affect your night vision For example if you spend the day in bright sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses Your eyes will have less trouble adjusting to night But if you re driving don t wear sunglasses at night They may cut down on glare from headlamps but they also make
112. ches 186 9 cm cres 55 7 inches 141 5 cm Wheeibase 110 8 inches 281 4 cm Tread Width YO ack vais cede 60 4 inches 153 4 cm ets 60 2 inches 152 9 6 62 1 36 Engine Accessory Belt The L36 engine uses an engine accessory belt This diagram shows the features connected and the routing See Miintenance Schedule in the Index for when to check th belt Power Steering Generator Air Conditioning Crank gt Coolant Pump Tensioner 6 63 27 NOTES 6 64 5 Section 7 Maintenance Schedule This section covers the maintenance required for vour Buick Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 43 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 4 Part Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 45 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 39 Part B Owner Checks and Services 7 47 Part E Maintenance Record IMPORTANT KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED Protection Plan Have Teri hased the GM Protection Piun The Plan supplements vour new velicle warranties See voii Warran and Owner Assistance booklet ar vour Buick dealer for details Introduction Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle
113. contact your dealer I your radio displays an error number write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem PREV 1X Press this button to search for the previous selection on the tape Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection PREY to work The sound will mute while seeking NEXT 2 Press this button to search for the next selection on the Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for NEXT to work The sound will mute while seeking The SEEK left and right arrows will also find the previous and next selections on the tape 44 3 Press this button to reverse the tape rapidly Press it again to return to playing speed The radio will play while the tape reverses Wb 4 Press this button to advance quickly to another part of the tape Press the button again to return to playing speed The radio will play while the tape advances SIDE 5 Press this button to change the side of the tape that is playing IC 6 Press this button to reduce background noise The display will show either OFF or ON for a few seconds when you press the button Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation EJECT Press this button to remove the tape The radio will play If you le
114. ct to the same laws of physics when driving on curves The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it possible for the vehicle to change its path when you turn the front wheels If there s no traction inertia will keep the vehicle going in the same direction If you ve ever tried to steer a vehicle on wet you ll understand this The traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface the angle at which the curve is banked and your speed While you re in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose vou re steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly accelerate Both control systems steering and acceleration have to do their work where the tires meet the road Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much of those places You can lose control Refer to Traction Control in the Index What should you do if this ever happens Ease up on the accelerator pedal steer the vehicle the way you want it to vo and slow down Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed OF course the posted speeds are based on good weather and road conditions Under less favorable conditions you ll want to go slower lf you need to reduce your speed us you approach a curve do it before you enter the curve while your front wheels are straight ahead Try to adjust your speed so you can drive through the curve Maintain a reasonable stead
115. ction Control System If Equipped Your vehicle may have a traction control system that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery road conditions The system operates only if it senses that one or both of the front wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction When this happens the system works the front brakes and reduces engine power to limit wheel spin You may feel or hear the system working but this 1s normal If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction control system begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage When road conditions allow you to safely use it again you may re engage the cruise control See Cruise Control in the Index When the system is on this warning light will come on to let you know if there s a problem with vour traction control system TRACTION OFF See Traction Control System Warning Light in the Index When this warning light is on the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust vour driving accordingly 4 9 The traction control system automatically comes on whenever you start your vehicle To limit wheel spin especially in slippery road conditions you should always leave the system on But you can turn the traction control system off if you ever need to You should turn the system off if vour vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud ice or snow See Rocking Your Vehicle in the Index To turn the system off
116. ction Indicator Lamp in the Index An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure vou even when the engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from underhood electric fan Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like gasoline coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine Hood Release To open the hood first pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle It is next to the parking brake pedal near the floor Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release The hood latch is under the hood near the center and at the front edge of the grille Lift up on the lever as you lift up on the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then just pull the hood down and close it firmly 3800 Series II Engine 1 36 Code When you open the hood you ll see A Engine Coolant Recovery Tank Engine Oil Fill Cap H Air Cleaner B Battery Automatic Transaxle Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid Radiator Pressure Cap Dipstick Reservoir D Engine Oil Dipstick G Brake Master Cylinder 6 9 Engine Oil lf the CHECK OIL LEVEL light on the instrument panel comes on il means you need to check your engine oi
117. d Seat Controls This secuon tells you about the seats how to adjust them and also about reclining seathacks and head restraints Manual Front 5eat You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse or make you push pedal when vou don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving 1 2 Pull up on the control bar under the front of the seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it Then release the bar and try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat ts locked into place Power Seat If Equipped Front Control Raise the front of the seat by pushing the left side of the switch Push the right side of the switch to lower the front of the seat Center Control Move the seat forward or backward by pushing the control on the front or back Raise the seat by pushing the control on the left Lower the seat by pushing the control on the right Rear Control Raise the rear of the seat by pushing the switch on the left Lower the rear of the seat by pushing the switch on the right The power seat controls are on the armrest Reclining Front Seatbacks To adjust the seatback lift the lever on the outer side of But don t have seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving the seat and move the seatback to where you want it Kelease the lever to lock th
118. d be running If they aren t your vehicle needs service 5 16 In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mix How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven t found a problem yet but the coolant level isn t at the FULL COLD mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean water preferably distilled and DEX COOL silicate free antifreeze at the coolant recovery tank See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mix will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mix With plain water or the wrong mix your engine could get too hot but vou wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mix of clean water and DEX COOL coolant You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure is hot Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap When the coolant in the coolant
119. d gages that may be on your vehicle The pictures will help you locate them Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury Warning lights come on when there may be or is problem with one of your vehicle s functions As you will see in the details on the next few pages some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they re working If vou are familiar with this section vou should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one af your vehicles functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a prablem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stavs on when you are driving or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem check the section that tells you what to do about it Please follow this manual s advice Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous So please get to know your warning lights and gages They re a big help Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START a chime will come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts The safety belt light will also come on and stay on about 70 seconds If the driver s belt is alr
120. d note how you drive If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your Buick dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them vou to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts 7 4 The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed Part D Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle These schedules are for vehicles that curry passengers and cargo within recommended limits You will find these limits on your vehicles Tire Loading Information label See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits use the recommended fuel See Fuel in the Index Selecting the Right Schedule First you ll need to decide which of the two schedules is right for your vehicle Here s how to decide which schedule te follow Maintenance Schedule Short Trip City Definition Follow the Short Trip Citv Maintenance Schedule tf any one of these conditions ts true for your vehicle Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles 8 to 16 This 1s particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing e Most trips include extensive idling such as fre
121. d type see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts in the Index 6 38 Tires Your new Buick comes with high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service see your Buick Warranty booklet for details Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued NOTICE Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold Don t let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is all right It s not If your tires don t have enough air underinflation vou can get the following Too much flexing Too much heat Tire overloading Bad wear Bad handling fuel economy Overinflated tires are more likely to he cut punctured broken by a sudden impact such as when you hit a pothole Keep tires at the recommended pressure Worn old tires can cause accidents If your tread is badly worn or if vour tires have been damaged replace them If your tires have too much air overinflation vou can get the following Unusual wear Bad handl
122. ds When towing a trailer so there is less shifting between gears When going down a steep hill n SECOND 2 This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy You can use SECOND 2 on hills It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on Don t drive in SECOND 2 for more than 5 miles i8 km or ai speeds over 55 mph 88 km h or vou can damage your transaxle Use AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE H or THIRD 3 as much as possible Don t shift into SECOND 2 unless you are going slower than 65 mph 105 km h or vou can damage your engine FIRST 1 This position gives vou even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the selector lever is put in FIRST 1 the transaxle won t shift into First gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough NOTICE If vour front wheels can t rotate don t try to drive This might happen if you were stuck in very deep sand or mud or were up against a solid object You could damage your transaxle Also if you stop when going uphill don t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal This could overheat and damage the transaxle Use your brakes or shift into PARK to hold your vehicle in position on hill Parking Brake This vehicle has a PUSH TO RELEASE parking brake peda
123. e D symbol will appear in the display SOURCE Press this button to change to the tape or disc function when the radio is on If both a tape and disc are installed the system will first go to tape play TAPE SIDE and an arrow will appear on the display If SOURCE is pressed again the system will go to disc play CD PLAY will appear on the display EJECT The system has two EJECT buttons Press the button near the CD slot to remove a disc Press the button near the tape slot to remove a tape and the radio will play If vou leave a cassette tape in the player while listening to the radio it may become warm CLN If this message appears on the display the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes but vou should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player in the Index After you clean the player press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator The radio will display to show the indicator was reset Your cassette tape player automatically reduces background noise from tapes encoded with Dolby MR You may turn Dolby off by pressing the number six preset Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license trom Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Playing a Compact Disc Insert a disc partway into the slot label
124. e LEE eto Remote Control Minor 1 IRIS 2 50 Oil Level Warning Light Pope oor das 2 69 edam baad Oil Pressure Light St Go O QM EHE SIM nig eap XD SPAREN 69 Overdrive Automatic Transaxle 2 25 Windows EI mr errem b oa Eia 2 33 Overheating Bngime eere rr ntn 5 13 POS MED the of Safet Belts SEO Ke Ke Ted 1 18 Owner Checks and 5 1 39 Deshler Un ihe Road y T cp rorem E 5 1 GUAE TUDDCHUONIS USER es rete 9710 Publications Service and Owner 8 9 Pn Spotting Chemical 2 222222 52 ve 6 52 5 19 E Radiator Pressure v pales acea Automatic Transaxle 2525 1 34 Shifting 177 2 Radios 3 12 3 14 3 18 3 22 3 25 B SUME one at hee pe ee 2 4 18 ark ng adli Vo A ar a a om a GS EI Tea s dee ar I ree Da i str UNE 3s Brake 2 22 2 27 Door Security Locks vede pene RR n ipa 2 8 Brake Mechanism Check ae Outside Seat Posidoli 2 22 2222 1 27 Lots eee enne ener 2 13 Safety Belt Comfort Guides eui OT Ee 1 30 Over Things That Burn
125. e engine coolant temperature and the outside temperature Pushing the FLOW or FRONT buttons will override this delay turn off the AUTO setting and change the fan speed Manual Operation You may also manually adjust the air delivery or fan speed AIR FLOW This button is used to change the direction of the airflow The airflow choices available are FLOOR FLOOR MID MID and WINDSHIELD FLOOR If the system is set for AUTO pressing the AIR FLOW button will display the current airflow direction and the comfort setting Press the AIR FLOW up or down button again to change the direction af the airflow If the AIR FLOW up button is selected while in the FRONT defrost mode the system will direct the air toward the WINDSHIELD FLOOR If the AIR FLOW down button ts selected while in the FRONT defrost mode the system will direct the air toward the FLOOR and the FRONT defrost mode will cancel Notice the arrows in the display 3 5 OFF If the passenger comfort control is turned on it be turned off by pressing the OFF button once Pressing the OFF button a second time will turn off the main system Turning off the main system causes the fan turn off and the airflow to be directed to the FLOOR The system will still try to keep the interior of the vehicle at the previous chosen comfort setting The outside temperature will show on the display when the system is OFF The ventilation system always allows fresh a
126. e footnote Also see footnote ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 29 Long Trip Highway Maintenance Schedule 22 500 Miles 37 500 km C Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote _ Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote ft _ Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 30 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote _ Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Also see footnote Long Trip Highway Maintenance Schedule 37 500 Miles 62 500 km Replace air cleaner filter _ Change engine oil and filter or every Au Emission Control Service 12 months whichever occurs first E Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage An Emission Control Service See footnote or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any Lubricate chassis components or every damage Replace parts as needed 12
127. e seatback Pull up on the lever and the seat will go to an upright position N CAUTION Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion be dangerous Even if you buckle CAUTION Continued Safety Belts They re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts up your safety belts can t do their job when properly It also tells vou some things you should not do vou re reclined like this with safety belts The shoulder belt can t do its job because it And it explains the Supplemental Restraint System wan t be against your body Instead it will bein 585 or air bag system front of you In a erash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over vour abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly Don t let anyone ride where he or she can t wear safety belt properly If you are in a crash and youre not wearing a safety belt your injuries can be much worse You can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected from it You can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash vou might not be if vou are buckled up Always fasten your Head Restraints safety belt and check that your
128. e sure it is secure If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 1 1 The lap part of the belt should be worm low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or crash Li M Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster To move it down squeeze the release handle and move the height adjuster to the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the bottom of the release handle After you move the adjuster to where you want iL try to move it down without squeezing the release handle to make sure it has locked into position Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder Before you begin to drive move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you
129. e that your brake pedal moves a little This is normal If there s a problem with the anti lock brake system this warning light will stay See Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light in the Index The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer 18 programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions Here s how anti lock works Let s say the road is wet You re driving safely Suddenly animal jumps out in front of you You slam on the brakes Here s what happens with ABS A computer senses that wheels are slowing down If one You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at the rear wheels As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly 4 8 Remember Anti lock doesn t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you vou won t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always leave enough room up ahead to stop even though you have anti lock brakes Using Anti Lock Don t pump the brakes Just hold the brake pedal down and let anti lock work for you You may feel the system working or you may notice some noise but this is normal Tra
130. e tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Also see footnote DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 99 000 Miles 165 000 km 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every Inspect spark plug wires 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Contral Service An Emission Control Service See footnote Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service C Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY Short Trip City Maintenance Schedule In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If vou do not use vour vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filter do not require changing ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 150 000 Miles 240 000 km C Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service AC
131. e warm CLN If this message appears on the displav the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player in the Index After you clean the player press and hold for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator The radio will display to show the indicator was reset AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control Plaving the Radio VOLUME Press this knob to turn the system on and off To increase volume turn the knob clockwise Turn it counterclockwise to decrease the volume RECALL Press this button briefly to recall the station being played or to display the clock To change what is normally shown on the display station or time press the button until you see the display you want then hold the button until the display flashes If you press the button when the ignition is off the clock will show for few seconds Finding a Station Press this button to switch between FMI and FM2 The display shows your selection TUNE Press the up or down arrow to choose radio stallions SEEK Press the up or down arrow to go to the next higher or lower station and stay there The sound will mute while seeking SCAN Press one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds und SCAN will appear on the display Use SCAN to listen to stations for a few s
132. eady buckled neither the chime nor the light will come on Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air hag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows AIR BAG The system checks the air bag s electrical system lor malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem The system check includes the air bag sensors the air modules the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module For more information on the air bag system see Air Bag in the Index AIR BAG Gage Cluster Standard Cluster 2 60 This light will come on when you start vour engine and it will flash for a few seconds Then the light should go This means the system 15 ready If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the engine or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away The air bag readiness light should flash for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Battery System Warning Light When vou turn the kev to RUN this light will turn on briefly to show that vour generator and battery charging systems are working If the light stays on you need service and you should take your Buick to the dealer at once To save your battery until you get there turn off all accessories and set vour climate control
133. ease the fan speed push the top of the FAN button Notice the fan indicators in the display Mode Controls Press the AIR FLOW button to deliver air through the floor middle or windshield outlets The system will stay im the selected mode until the AUTO button is pushed Press the up arrow on the AIR FLOW button to cycle through the available modes Automatic Operation Press the AUTO button when you want the system Lo automatically adjust to changes in the temperature inside the vehicle the outside temperature and the sun load on the vehicle When the system is ser for automatic operation air will come from the floor middle or windshield outlets depending on the temperature inside the vehicle the outside temperature and sun load Fan speed will vary as the system gets to and maintains the comfort setting vou have selected through the use of the TEMP button To find your comfort setting start with the system in AUTO mode and the TEMP button adjusted to 75 F 24 C give the vehicle about 20 minutes to stabilize and adjust your comfort setting if necessary by using the TEMP button The display will show the comfort setting for a few seconds and then it will display the outside temperature If you want to see your current automatic fan speed airflow direction and comfort setting press the ALTTO button In cold weather the system will delay turning on the fan to avoid blowing cold air The length of the delay depends on th
134. econds The radio will go to a station stop few seconds then go on to the next station Press one of the SEEK arrows again to stop scanning The sound will mute while scanning PUSHBUTTONS six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 8 stations six AM six and six FMI Just 1 Turn the radio on J Press AM FM to select the band Tune in the desired station Press TONE to select the setting you preter ta d ie Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons The sound will mute When it returns release the button Whenever you press that numbered button the station vou set will retum and the tone you selected will be automatically selected for that button 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton P SCAN Press this button to listen to each of your preset stations for a few seconds The radio will go to the first preset station stop for a few seconds then go on to the next preset station Press P SCAN again to stop scanning If a preset station has weak reception the radio will not stop at the preset station AUTO SET Press this button and the system will seek and set the 12 strongest FM or the 6 strongest stations on your preset buttons depending on which band AM or FM you are listening to AUTO SET will flash while seeking and will remain on until this function 15 complete To return to the stations you manually set press AUTO SET again
135. ee ate 6 13 When to Change REA Rae ela Ca o XOU sor af 6 13 Entry Lighting Delayed 2 44 rU Ee ETE NE 6 4 Exhaust eret nnn E 2 31 Exit Lighting Delayed 2 44 Express Down Window ee eee 2 33 Exterior 2 41 9 4 Fasc Cleaning Fan Control Climate Control System T 3 2 3 4 Filling Your Tank ial a pan 09 PET Ea En 6 14 Filter Engine Oil 2222 6 13 Finish Cms uo odas quede pb a ER HARDER CE RR 6 51 Fish CATA I e ERRAT 6 52 First Gear Automatic Transaxle 2 26 Flashers Hazard Warning gt 2 2 Flat Tie Changing 9 re rn hd 5 22 Fluids and Lubricants I 7 45 Foreign Countries Fuel 22 6 4 French Language Manual 24 6 4 on II ii Front Towing eet ttr 5 10 Diii o rese P E dad ie da EROR METER A 8 3 ce cig IE EIE ETIN 6 3 Filling Your Tank 6 3 Gage 2 71 In Foreign Countries Asus 6 4 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 6 56 Gares Engine Coolant Temperature 2 65 Engine Oil Pressure 2 68 2 71 GANE ri beate Ka on eR Gear Positions
136. eels ok erae cer rmm EP PTSL benk EPEn EIR eM ceo 2 24 7 41 Lampa Lenses 2 222 2 2 2 2 6 30 Bulb Replacement oie esse emnes 6 29 TILES Hn TE 6 47 Glass Surfaces A 6 49 Inside of Your 6 47 anadian Roadside Assistance 8 5 Instrument Panel EUM e a ads 6 49 Capacities and 5 2 6761 ci RUFI ee T op ah a ROTE e 6 49 Carbon Monoxide 2 2 2 3 4 5 Outside of Your Buick By On tap dV fay PEE PERS 6 50 Care of Your Cassette Tape Sree M Special Problems 6 8 Cassette Deck Service 7 39 Cassette Tape Player 3 16 3 20 3 27 Tims A 7 8282 Cassette Tape Player Care rA WERE ES cas Center Passenger Position 1 29 Windshield and Wiper Blades 6 50 Certification Label Kn USE icis 4 31 Climate Control Steermg Wheel Touch Control 3 11 Certification Tire Label 4 31 Climate Control System POR coset cur Chains Safety
137. ehicle This may not he so obvious You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren t locked Wear safety belts properly lock vour doors and you will be far better off whenever you drive your vehicle There are several wavs to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside use your door key or Remote Keyless Entry transmitter 1f equipped With your door key turning the key toward the rear of the vehicle will lock the door Turning the key toward the front of the vehicle will unlock it If your vehicle has a theft deterrent system and it is activated unlock the doors only with the key or Remote Keyless Entry System This will avoid setting off the alarm To lock the door from the inside slide the lock control on the door down To unlock the door slide the lock control up aa Power Door Locks With power door locks vou can lack or unlock all the doors of vour vehicle using the driver s or front passenger s door lock switch The switch on each rear door works only that door s lock It won t lock or unlock all of the doors that s a safety feature Memory Door Locks If Equipped Close your doors and turn on the ignition Every time you move your shift lever out of PARK P all of the doors will lock And every time you stop and move your shift lever into PARK P your doors will unlock I someone needs to get out while you re not in PARK have that
138. em only for some time the system may need repair See your Buick dealer Defogging and Defrosting If you have the electronic touch system adjust the TEMPERATURE lever toward WARM and the FAN lever toward HIGH If vou have the Dual Automatic Comfortemp system use the FRONT button to defog or defrost the windshield By choosing this button the airflow will be directed at the windshield Adjust vour comfort level pressing the TEMP up or down arrow The fan speed will be controlled the system You can change the fan speed pressing the top of the FAN button to increase speed and the bottom of the button to decrease speed reduce the chance of fogging your windows in cold weather using the electronic touch system select HTR to supply air through the floor outlets Then move the FAN lever to HIGH for a few moments before driving away This will blow moist air from the intake outlets toward the floor not the windshield If you have the Dual Automatic Comfortemp system the AUTO setting will do this for you Manual operation of the automatic comftortemp system in the FLOOR mode will also supply air through the floor outlets Kear Window Defogger The lines you see on the rear window warm the glass Press this button to start warming your window After 10 minutes it will turn off by itself or pressing the button during the heating cycle will turn it off If you need additional warming time push the button
139. ems This system is called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle helping to produce a cleaner environment In Canada OBD II is replaced by Enhanced Diagnostics The CHECK ENGINE light comes to indicate that there is problem and service is required Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent This may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while vour emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by vour warranty This light should come on as a check show you it is working when the ignition is on and the engine is not running If the light doesn t come on have it repaired This light will also come on during malfunction in one of two ways e Light Flashing A misfire condition has been detected A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on your vehicle Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service is required Light On Steady An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle Dea
140. en driven It could fail suddenly and cause an accident If vou have to replace wheel use new GM original equipment wheel NOTICE The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis see Changing a Flat Tire in the Index for more information 6 45 Tire Chains and instructions And always open your doors or windows when you re cleaning the inside NOTICE Never use these to clean your vehicle Gasoline Use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use only SAE Class type chains that are the proper size for your tires Install them on the front tires and tighten them as e Benzene lightly as possible with the ends securely Acetone Naphtha Carbon Tetrachlonde fastened Drive slowly and follow the chain i Paint Thinner manufacturer s instructions If vou can hear the Turpentine chains contacting your vehicle stop and retighten them If the contact continues slow down until it stops Driving too fast or spinning the wheels with chains on will damage your vehicle Lacquer Thinner Nui Polish Remover They all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle A ppearance Care Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can
141. enser If you do not use your vehicle under any of these pressure cap and neck Pressure test the conditions the fluid and filter do not require changing cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY Part B Owner Checks and Services Listed below are owner checks and services which should he performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle make sure they are the proper ones us shown in Part D At Each Fuel Fill It ds Important for vou or a service station attemdant to perform these underhood checks at euch fuel fil Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOL coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant in the Index for further details Windshield Washer FIuid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary See Windshield Washer Fluid in the Index tor further details At Least Once a Month Tire Inflation Check Make sure tires a
142. ent make sure the body repair shop applies anti corrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection Finish Damage Any stone chips fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop inta a major repair expense Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch up materials available from your dealer or other service outlets Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your dealer s body and paint shop 6 52 Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody If these are not removed accelerated corrosion rust occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody vehicle washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create chemical fallout Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on your vehicle This damage can take two forms blotchy ringlet shaped discolorations and small irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface Although no defect in the pa
143. enter passenger position Supplemental Restraint System SRS This part explains the Supplemental Restraint System SRS or air bag system Your Buick has two air bags one air bag for the driver and another air bag for the right front passenger Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren t wearing vour safety belt even if you have air bags Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it Air bags are supplemental restraints to the safety belts All air bags are designed to work with safety belts but don t replace them Air bags are designed to work only in moderate to severe crashes where the front of your vehicle hits something They aren t designed to inflate at all in rollover rear side or low speed frontal crashes Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there s an air bag for that person Air bags inflate with great force faster than the blink of an eye If vou re too close to an inflating air bag it could seriously injure vou Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash Always wear vour safety helt even with air bags The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle AIR BAG Gage Cluster Standard Cluster There is an air bag readine
144. ents or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote L Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote _ Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Also see footnote Inspect engine accessory drive belt An Emission Control Service Continued 7 33 Long Trip Highway Maintenance Schedule 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Continued 67 500 Miles 112 500 km Replace air cleaner filter L Change engine oil and filter or every An Emission Control Service 12 months whichever occurs first Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage An Emission Control Service See footnote or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any _ Lubricate chassis components or every damage Replace parts as needed 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnoteY See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See fo
145. er your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your inside mirror activate vour right lane change signal and move back into the right lane Remember that your right outside mirror is convex The vehicle you just passed may seem to be farther away from you than it really is Try not to pass more than one vehicle at a time on two lane roads Reconsider before passing the next vehicle Don t overtake a slowly moving vehicle too rapidly Even though the brake lamps are not flashing it may be slowing down or starting to turn If you re being passed make it easy for the following driver to get ahead of you Perhaps you can ease a little to the right Loss of Control Let s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems brakes steering and acceleration don t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked In any emergency don t give up Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger Skidding In a skid a driver can lose control of the vehicle Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and not overdriving those conditions But skids are always possihle The three types of skids correspond to your Buick s three control systems In the braking
146. ercere rare 2 20 Shoulder Belt Height 1 13 Sighaling ES 2 33 SEDE a etri eee aa 4 15 Sound Equipment Adding rS CET E EIE 1 34 5pare Tire E TO OCURRE 5 36 Specifications and 6761 Specifications 6 62 Speech Impaired Customer Assistance 0 8 4 oi ol sov Rare 2 58 AME eram wmwius Puis Ee Dd xus 1 19 Stains Cleaning 6 48 Starter Suwirch Chick 222122 7 41 Craine c c secreta 5 13 SEDE erae kx CC Cea E bea we 22 4 10 VRPT ESS a perenne een es baie cere 4 12 Magnasieer MSS PUR Pe RSS 4 10 POWELL opor beeen UE 4 10 Tips ra wes E NI 4 11 Wheal Tks eae d 2 1 Wheel Touch Controls 3 11 3 33 Storage Compartments 2 2 41 6 28 Stuck In Sand Mud lee or Snow 4 38 Sun Visors 2 2 53 Supplemental Restraint System 1 19 Symbols Vehicle BE uid ade n X Tickor EAE TAEA r 22 58 Taillamp Bulb 732 Tape Player Care law ats Wel Se eruere si Temperature Control Climate Control System s 3 2 3 4 Temperature Control Passenger 3 11 ue Rura
147. eriodic Maintenance Inspections following Footnotes The U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullity the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed ut the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage transaxle shift linkage parking brake cable guides and underbody contact points Tf your vehicle has an Engine Oil Life Monitor the monitor will show you when to change the oil usually between 3 000 miles 5 WW kmh and 7 500 miles Short Trip City Maintenance Schedule 12 500 km since your last oil change Under severe conditions the indicator may come on before 3 000 miles 5 OOU km Never drive your vehicle more than 7 500 miles 12 500 km or 12 months whichever occurs first without an oil change The system won t detect dust in the oil So if you drive in a dusty area be sure to change your oil every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or sooner if the CHANGE OIL light comes on Remember to reset the Oil Lite Monitor when the oil has been changed For more information see Engine Oil Life Monitor in the Index good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation See Brake System Inspection under Periodic Maintenance In
148. ers indicator lights MASTER F1 WINDSHIELD CAUTION dere LIGHTING WIPER POSSIBLE SWITCH 5 ENGINE Fuse INJURY COOLANT _ E EE TEMP DOOR LOCK TURN WINDSHIELD P eves UNLOCK sionals el gt washer i 7 BETTER pr SIEL CHARGING passio PARKING SYSTEM E CAUSTIC LAMPS WINDSHIELD j T POO DEFROSTER MAKE SEAT BELTS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER 4 REAR 0 CODLANT SPEAKER WINDOW POWER AME DEFOGGER winpow L E sures 7 ENGINE OIL ME FUEL m _ VENTILATING P Ga LAMPS 88 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here vou ll find information about the seats in your Buick and how to use your safety belts properly You ean also learn about some things you should net do with air bags and safety belts 1 2 1 5 1 10 Seats and Seat Controls Safety Belts They re for Everyone Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Driver Position Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Right Front Passenger Position Supplemental Restraint System SRS Center Passenger Position Rear Seat Passengers Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children Small Adults Children Child Restraints Larger Children Safety Belt Extender Checking Your Restraint Systems Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash Seats an
149. ers who aren t safety belted can be thrown out af the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Lap Shoulder Beli The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one properly I Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks 1 27 If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it Pull up on the latch plate to make sure It is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Bell Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had ta 1 28 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part You seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you shd under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or eve
150. evel Park your vehicle on a level place Keep the engine running e With the parking brake applied place the shift lever in PARK e With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each pear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P e Let the engine run at idle for three to five minutes 6 17 Then without shutting off the engine follow these steps 1 The transaxle fluid dipstick top is round loop and is next to the brake master eylinder behind the engine block Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel 3 n E Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must be in the cross hatched area 4 Ifthe fluid level is in the acceptable range push the 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and dipstick back in all the way then pull it back out again 6 18 How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index It the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level into the cross hatched area on the dipstick 1 Pull out the dipstick 2 Using long neck funnel add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level It doesn t take much fluid generally less than one pint 0 5 L overfill NOT
151. ey may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid 6 26 Brake Wear Your Buick has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn new pads are needed The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly The brake wear warning sound means that soon vour brakes won t work well That could lead to an accident When you hear the brake wear warning sound have your vehicle serviced NOTICE Continuing to drive with worn out brake pads could result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes See Caliper Knuckle Maintenance Inspection in Section 7 of this manual under Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly torque wheel nuts in the proper sequence GM specifications Your rear drum brakes don t have wear indicators but it you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise have the rear brake linings inspected Also the rear brake drums should be removed and inspected each time the tires are removed for
152. ey must be clean and dry before it s inserted in the ignition or the engine may not start If the engine does not start and the SECURITY light turns on the key may he dirty or wet Turn the ignition off Clean and dry the key Wait about three minutes and try again If the starter still won t work and the key appears to be clean and dry wait about three minutes and try another ignition key At this time you may also want to check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index If the starter won t work with the other key your vehicle needs service If your vehicle does start the first ignition key may be faulty See your Buick dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS Key II If you accidentally use key that has a damaged or missing resistor pellet the starter won t work and the SECURITY light will flash But you don t have to wait three minutes before trying another ignition key See vour Buick dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS Key II to have a new key made If you re ever driving and the SECURITY light turns on and stays on you will be able to restart your engine if you turn it off Your PASS Kev II system however is noL working properly and must be serviced by your Buick dealer Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS Key II system If you lose or damage PASS Key II ignition key see vour Buick dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS Key IT to have a new key made New Vehicle
153. f a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place Turn on your hazard warming flashers Changing a tire can cause an injury The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over vou or other people You and they could he badly injured Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn olT the engine To be even more certain the vehicle won t move vou can put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side of the vehicle at the opposite end Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The following steps will tell vou how to use the jack and change The box that stores the jack and wrench 15 on the passenger side trunk wall The equipment you ll need is in the trunk Pull the carpeting from the floor of the trunk Turn the center retainer bolt on the spare tire cover counterclockwise to remove it the box and then twist the wing bolt a one quarter turn counterclockwise Lift and remove the cover See Compact Spare Tire later in this section for more information about the Remove the jack and wheel wrench CANTI pact spare Remove the spare tire from the trunk Removing Wheel Covers and Wheel Nut Caps The tools you ll be using include the jack A and wheel wrench
154. f these When it s time for a new battery we recommend a Delco Freedom buttery Get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label Vehicle Storage I you re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more take off the black negative cable from the battery This will help keep your battery from running down Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be badly hurt if vou aren t careful See Jump Starting in the Index for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods Also for your audio system see Thett Deterrent Feature in the Index 6 28 Bulb Replacement Headlamps For the bulb types to be used in the following This procedure is for both the driver s and passenger s procedures see Replacement Bulbs in the Index side headlamps Halogen Bulbs Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if vou drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Use a 10 mm hex socket to remove two bolts retaining the headlamp assembly 4 2 Slide the headlamp outboard until the pins are loose 3 Remove the headlamp assembly to access the bulbs 6 30 4 Rotate the bulb retainer counterclockwise to remove the bulb assembly 5 Pull the tabs a
155. f you keep your windows closed while using it ta Ventilation System For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed use VENT on the electronic touch system or manual operation of the Dual Automatic Comftortemp system to direct outside air through your vehicle Air will flow through the middle instrument panel outlets Your vehicle s flow through ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when it s moving When the vehicle is not moving you can gel outside air to flow through by selecting any air choice except the rear window defogger and any fan speed Adjust the direction of airflow by moving the louvered vents If you have the rear passenger comfortemp option you adjust the direction of the airflow to the rear seating area Ventilation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlet free of snow or any other obstruction such as leaves The heater and defroster will work better reducing the chance of forging your windows e Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle e When the engine idles for a long time the exterior temperature sensor may cause the system to blow air that 15 too cool Once the vehicle is moving again the system will try to maintain the set temperature inside your vehicle e When you start your vehicle and the EXT display flashes Dual Automatic Comfortemp syst
156. ff all exterior lighting at night when you are parked tum off the headlamps and move the twilight sentinel control all the way toward MIN The exterior lamps will turn back on automatically when you move the transaxle out of PARK As with any vehicle you should tum on the regular headlamp system when you need it Cornering Lamps The cornering lamps are designed to turn on when you signal turn This will provide more lighting when cornering at night Twilight Sentinel The exterior lamps be completely shut off while the l vehicle is in PARK F by sliding the twilight sentinel Twilight sentinel turns your control all the way toward MIN and release To turn the X lamps on and off by sensing exterior lamps back on slide the control all the way TWILIGHT how dark it is outside toward MIN aguin and release or shift out of PARK SENTINEL win MAX Light Sensor Your twilight sentinel and daytime running lamps ITE PATRIA WE work with the lieht sensor on top of the instrument panel Don t cover it up If you do the sensor will read dark and the headlamps will turn on To operate it leave the lamp switch off If you move the control all the way to your lamps will remain on for three minutes after you turn off your engine As vou move the control toward MIN the lamps will turn off more quickly when you turn off your engine You can change this delay time from only a few seconds to three
157. g range Push the dipstick all the way back in when you re through What Kind of Oil to Use Oils recommended for vour vehicle can be identified by looking for the Starburst symbol This symbol indicates that the eil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API Do not use any oil which does not carry this Starburst symbol If you change your own oul be sure you use oil that has the Starburst symbol on the front of the oil container If you have your oil changed for you be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleum Institute certified Tor gasoline engines You should also use the proper viscosity oil for your vehicle as shown in the following chart 6 11 RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS FOR BEST FUEL ECONDMY AND COLD STARTING SELECT THE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY GRADE OIL F R THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE 16 le 1 til es EEG GR gd NOT USE SAE 20W 50 DR AHY OTHER GRADE WOT RECOMMENDED 6 12 As shown in the chart SAE 0W 30 is best for your vehicle However you can use SAE SW 30 if it s going to be colder than 607 16 C before your next oil change When it s very cold you should use SAE 5W 30 These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 203 50 NOTICE Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines Starburs
158. han half a second the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the switch or apply the brake So unless you want to go faster don t hold the switch t R A 2 39 Increasing 5peed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go Lo a higher speed Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed Push the button at the end of the lever then releuse the button and the accelerator pedal You ll now cruise at the higher speed Move the cruise switch from ON to Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want and then release the switch To increase your speed in very small amounts move the switch to R A for less than hall a second and then release it Each time you do this your vehicle will go about mph 1 6 km h faster The accelerate feature will only work after you have set the cruise control speed by pushing the SET button Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control e Push inthe button at the end of the lever until you teach the lower speed you want then release it Toslow down in very small amounts push the SET button for less than half a second Each time you do this youll go 1 mph 1 6 Km h slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase vour speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier
159. hat wouldn t be covered hy vour warranty Trving to start vour Buick by pushing or pulling it won t work and it could damage your vehicle I Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system NOTICE If the other system isn t 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles aren t touching each other If they are it could cause a ground connection you don t want You wouldn t be able to start your Buick and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling set the parking hrake firmly on both vehicles involved in the jump start procedure Put your automatic transaxle in PARK P before setting the parking brake Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter Turn off all lamps that aren t needed as well as radios This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries In addition it could save your radio NOTICE If you leave your radio on it could be badly damaged The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty 4 Open the hoods and locate the batteries An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure vou Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan un Find the positive and neg
160. he defogger grid 6 49 Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield 15 not clear after using the windshield washer or if the wiper blade chatters when running wax sap or other material may he on the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner Bon Ami Powder non scratching glass cleaning powder GM Part No 1050011 The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades und affect their performance Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full strength windshield washer solvent Then rinse the blade with water Check the wiper blades and clean them us necessary replace blades that look worn Weatherstrips silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six months During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index 6 50 Cleaning the Outside of Your Buick The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty depth of color gloss retention and durability Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water Don t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Don t use strong soap
161. he Index It can he dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you ve left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when vou re on fairly level ground always set vour parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won t move See Shifting Into PARK in the Index If vou are parking on a hill and if you re pulling a trailer also see Towing a Trailer in the Index Windows Power Windows Switches on the driver s armrest control each of the windows while the ignition is on In addition each passenger door has a switch for its own window Express Down Window The switch for the driver s window has an express down feature Pull the switch back all the way release it and the window will lower automatically To stop the window from lowering pull the switch again To partially open the window pull the switch back and quickly release it To raise the window hold the switch forward Window Lock Press the LOCK switch on the driver s armrest to disable all passenger window switches The driver s window controls will still be operable This is useful feature when you have children as passengers
162. he correct rotation pattem shown here Don t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire Loading Information label Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque in the Index When It s Time for New Tires One way to tell when it s time for new tires 15 to check the treadwear indicatars which will appear when your tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm ar less of tread remaining Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt rom places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency vou can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if vou need to to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing Flat Tire in the Index You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire You see cord or fabric showing through the tire s rubber The tread or sidewall is cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric The tire has a bump bulge or split The tire has puncture cut or other damage that can t be repaired well because of the size or loca
163. he highest gear possible Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane If you don t shift down your brakes could get so roads in hills or mountains Don t swing wide or cut hot that they wouldn t work well You would then across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let have poor braking or even none going down hill you stay in your owr lane F SE n 4 You could crash Shift down to let SUE As vou go over the top of a hill be alert There could be assist your brakes on steep downhill slope something in your lane like stalled car or an accident 8 You may see highway signs on mountains that wam of special problems Examples are long grades passing or no passing zones falling rocks area or winding roads Be alert to these and take appropriate action 4 25 Winter Driving Include ice scraper a small brush or broom supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer Here are some tips for winter driving clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a M couple of reflective warning triangles And if vou will Have your Buick in good shape for winter P gt be driving under severe conditions include a small bag You may want to put winter emergency supplies in of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags your trunk lo help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle 4 26
164. hem off 1f the parking lamps were turned on with the PARK switch they must be turned off with that switch 2 41 Lamps On Reminder II vou leave the manual headlamp or parking lump switch on remove the key from the ignition and open the driver s door you will hear continuous warning chime The chime will turn off when the lamps are turned aff Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions but they can be especially helpful in the short periods alter dawn and before sunset A light sensor on top af the instrument panel monitors the exterior light level for the operation of DRL and twilight sentinel so be sure it isn t covered The DRL system will make your high beam headlamps turn on at reduced brightness in daylight when e The ignition is on e The headlump switch is off and e The transaxle is not in PARK 2 42 When the DRL are on only your high beam headlamps will be on The parking lamps taillamps sidemarker and other lamps won t he on Your instrument panel lights won t be on either When it is dark enough outside your low beam headlamps will come on The other lamps that turn on with your headlamps will also turn on When it is bright enough outside the regular lamps will go off and your high beam headlamps change to the reduced brightness of DRL To turn o
165. herd 1d 2 44 2 15 Theft Deterrent Alarm System 2 16 Thett Deterrent Feature M re ra a THEBETLUCN a A aAA 3 3 Es AEN ER Y TOT T Terao nar aa 6 23 Third Gear Automatic Transaxle iare Tilt Steering Wheel opaca 77 Time Girt Feature 5 3 525 ses aei 2 44 Ja nn er OE EO 214 83 5 twee Ew 1 9 4 h 4 De DIS ERR EX Pala ii 4 3 Tire Loading Information Label 4 31 THES 6 38 Alignment and ous 6744 Buying Mew IA yo Te MD MERE 6 42 CE Corgi er RR UOCE E Ec a RUEDA h 4n Changing Flat iaa eM ira Eun daB IPIE Cle ee arya bs bee 6 32 ers ew vom n rw rw e E a lillv 4er ruens rur P RR es 2 6 39 Inflation Check CPTUHE MESS 7 39 Inspection and Risa ecce ce er eI CA 6 40 LOSSE cess rarer pee ELIT M Es Pel 1 ase cce CIT 6 39 Temperature ERE 6 44 Ee 8 43 Vise leac 6 43 Uniform Quality Grading ROOM qo 2 6 43 esr 6 41 Wheel Replacement 044 When It s Time for New 6 4 IIE wie des
166. hicle Limited Warranty interim transportation may be available under the Courtesy Transportation program Please consult your dealer for details The Courtesy Transportation program is available only in the United States and Canada In Canada please consult your GM dealer for information on Courtesy Transportation GM Participation in an Alternative Dispute Resolution Program Thus program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Canadian owners refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information hooklet for information on the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or to discontinue its participation in this program Both Buick and your Buick dealer are committed ta making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle Our experience has shown that IF a situation arises where you feel your concern has not been adequately addressed the Customer Satisfaction Procedure described earlier in this section is very successful There may be instances where an impartial third party can assist in arriving at a solutron to a disuereement regarding vehicle repairs or interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty To assist in resolving these disagreements Buick voluntarily participates in BBB AUTO LINE BBB AUTO LINE is an out of court program administered by the Better Business Bureau system to settle automotive dis
167. hing to the fuel In addition eusolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area to help clean the air General Motors recommends that you use these gasolines if they comply with the specifications described earlier NOTICE Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol Don t use it It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage wouldn t he covered under your warranty Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada the proper fuel may be hard to find Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel wouldn t be covered your warranty To check on fuel availability ask an auto club or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you ll be driving You can also write us at the following address Tor advice Just tell us where you re going and give your Vehicle Identification Number VIN General Motors International Product Center 1906 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario LIH 8P7 6 4 Filling Your Tank Gasoline vapor is highly flammable It burns violently and that can cause very bad injuries Don t smoke if vou re near gasoline or refueling vour vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from gasoline
168. however secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat Before you secure a forward facing child restraint always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go Or secure the child restraint in the rear seat A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can badly injured by the front passenger air bag if it inflates Never secure a child restraint in the center front seat It s always better to secure a child restraint in the rear seat You may however secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front passenger seat but only with the seat moved all the way back Wherever vou install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle even when no child is in it Top Strap If your child restraint has top strap it should be anchored If you need to have an anchor installed you can ask your Buick dealer to put it in for you If you want to install an anchor yourself your dealer can tell you how to do it Canadian law requires that child restraints have a top strap and that the strap be anchored If your child restraint has a tap strap your dealer can obtain a kit with anchor hardware and installation instructions specifically designed for this vehicle The deale
169. hows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0 05 percent and that the effects are worse at night All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0 05 percent Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0 05 percent or above A driver with a BAC level of 0 06 percent has doubled his or her chance of having a collision Ata BAC level of 0 10 percent the chance of this driver having a collision is 12 times greater at a level of 0 15 percent the chance is 25 times greater The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink N amount of coffee or number of cald showers will speed that up I ll be careful isn t the right answer What if there s an emergency need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street persan with even a moderate might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision There s something else about drinking and driving that many people don t know Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that person s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions atte
170. ht wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you re driving OFF ROAD RECOVERY 22 fe LEFT APPROX QUARTER TURN s a If the level of the shoulder 15 only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Ease off the accelerator and then if there is nothing in the way steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement You can tum the steering wheel up to one quarter turn until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge Then tum your steering wheel to go straight down the roadway Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on two lane highway waits for just the right moment accelerates moves around the vehicle ahead then goes back into the right lane again A simple maneuver Not necessarily Passing another vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a brief surrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver face to lace with the worst of all traffic accidents the head on collision So here are some tips for passing Drive ahead Look down the road to the sides and to crossroads for situations that might affect your passing pattems you have any doubt whatsoever about making a successful pass wait for a better time Watch f
171. ified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warning The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking straightahead traction tests and does not include cornering turning traction 6 43 Temperature B C The temperature grades the highest B and representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that 1s properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinllation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to sive you the longest tire life and best overall performance 6 44 Scheduled wheel alignment und wheel balancing are not needed H
172. in good working condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance procedures are important Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment and to keep your vehicle in good condition please maintain your vehicle properly How This Section is Organized The remainder of this section is divided into five parts Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services shows what to have done and how often Some of these services can be complex so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment you should let your dealer s service department or another qualified service center do these jobs Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous In trying to do some jobs vou can he seriously injured Do your own maintenance work only if you have the required know how and the proper tools and equipment for the job If you have any doubt have a qualified technician do the work If you are skilled enough to do some work on your vehicle you will probably want to get the service information GM publishes See Service and Owner Publications in the Index Part B Owner Checks and Services tells vou what should be checked and when It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition Part C
173. ing Rough ride The Tire Loading Information label which is on the Needless damage from road hazards rear edge of the driver s door shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they re cold Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile 1 6 km Inflation Tire Pressure 6 39 When to Check Check your tires once a month or more Don t forget your compact spare tire It should be at 60 psi 420 kPa How to Check Use good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure You can t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they re underinflated Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks hy keeping out dirt and moisture Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 6 000 to 8 000 miles 10 000 to 13 000 km Any time you notice unusual wear rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment Also check for damaged tires or wheels See When It s Time for New Tires and Wheel Replacement later in this section for more information The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle first rotation is the most important See Scheduled 6 40 Maintenance Services in the Index for scheduled rotation intervals When rotating your tires always use t
174. int job causes this Buick will repair at no charge to the owner the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12 00 miles 20 000 km of purchase whichever occurs first Appearance Care Materials Chart SIZE 23 in 25 in PART NUMBER 994954 DESCRIPTION USAGE Polishing Cloth Wax Treated Exterior Polish 1050004 Shines vehicle without scratching o 1050172 16 0 473 L and Road Oil Remover Also removes old waxes and polishes 1050172 16 oz 0 473 L Chrome Cleaner and Polish 10501 74 l6 oz 0 473 Li White Sidewall Tire Cleaner gal 3 785 L Magic Mirror Cleaner Polish Removes rust and corrosion Removes soil and black marks a a 1050427 23 oz 0 680 L Glass Cleaner 1052870 16 oz 0 4731 Wash and Wax Concentrate Exterior wash 8 oz 0 237 L Armor Protector Protects vinyl leather and rubber 1052918 1052925 16 oz 0 473 L Multi Purpose Powdered Cleaner Cleans vinyl cloth tires and mats 1052979 16 oz 0 4473 L Wheel Cleaner spray on wheel cleaner 1052930 amp oz 0 237 L Capture Dry Spot Remover Attracts and absorbs soils 2345002 I6 oz 0 473 1 Armor AIL Cleaner 220 2245725 12 oz 0 354 L Silicone Tire Shine 12377964 16 oz 0 473 L Cleaning Wax 2377066 16 az 0 473 L See your General Motors Parts Department for these products See Fluids a
175. ion Control Service Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE Short Trip City Maintenance Schedule 63 000 Miles 105 000 km Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage _ Change engine oil and filter or every or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any 3 months whichever occurs first damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service See footnote An Emission Control Service See footnotet L Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Also see footnote ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 19 66 000 Miles 110 000 69 000 Miles 115 000 km _ Change engine oil and filter or every L Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote An Emission Control Service See footnote L Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote L Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY ATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 20 72 000 Miles 7 120 000 km 75 000 Miles 125 000 km 1 Change engine oil and filte
176. ir to low through your Buick when the vehicle is moving even with the system in the OFF mode VENT The VENT button allows outside air to flow through your Buick without the air conditioning compressor working Selecting VENT and the AUTO button at the same time allows the system to control automatically without the use of the air conditioning compressor or the use of the RECIRC mode To turn off the VENT selection push the VENT button again RECIRC When RECIRC is selected the system will limit the amount of outside air entering your vehicle This is helpful when you are trying to cool the interior of the vehicle quickly or limit the amount of outside air entering your vehicle RECIRC and AUTO may be selected at the same time The svstem will remain in RECIRC until the ignition is turned off then the system will return back to the previously selected mode Deselecting the RECIRC button will also turn aff the RECIRC function RECIRC can be selected all manual airflow modes except FRONT defrost and VENT FRONT This s lection is used to defrost the windshield by directing the airflow toward the windshield If FRONT is selected while in the AUTO mode the fan speed and the air temperature from the front defroster will vary fa manual fan speed setting is selected the fan speed will remain at that selection until another fan speed selection is made or the AUTO mode is selected To tum off FRONT press the AUTO or AIR FLOW button
177. ire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation ipReplace air cleaner filter pattern and additional information An Emission Control Service See footnote Also see footnote DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 36 Long Trip Highway Maintenance Schedule 97 500 Miles 162 500 km 100 000 Miles 166 000 km L Change engine oil and filter or every Inspect spark plug wires 12 months whichever occurs first Emission Control Service An Emission Control Service See footnote m Replace spark plugs _ Lubricate chassis components or every An Emission Control Service 12 months whichever occurs first C Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter E See footnote 3 if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and more of these conditions Rotation in the Index for proper rotation In heavy city traffic where the outside pattern and additional information temperature regularly reaches 90 F See footnote 32 C or higher Continued 7 37 Long Trip Highway Maintenance Schedule 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Continued 150 000 Miles 240 000 km n hilly or mountainous terrain Drain flush and refill cooling system When doing frequent trailer towing or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator cond
178. it with you Always do this Your steering wheel will be locked and so will your ignition and transaxle And remember to lock the doors Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot close all windows and lock your vehicle Remember to keep vour valuables out of sight Put them in a storage area or take them with you Parking Lots If vou park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle it s best to lock it up and take your keys But what if you have to leave your ignition key What if you have to leave something valuable in your vehicle Put your valuables in storage area like your trunk ar glove box Lock the glove box Turn off the TRUNK RELEASE lockout in the glove box Lock all the doors except the driver s Then take the door key and remote keyless entry transmitter with you 2 15 Universal Theft Deterrent If Equipped If your Buick has this option it has theft deterrent alarm system With this system the SECURITY light will flash as you open the door if your ignition 15 off SECURITY This light reminds you to activate the theft deterrent system when leaving vour vehicle Activating the system I Open the door 2 Lock the door with the power door lock switch while the door is open or with the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter The SECURITY light should tum on and stay on 3 Close all doors The SECURITY light should go olf after about 30 seconds The alarm is no
179. itch The automatic door locks will remain in the most recent mode selected Delayed Locking If Equipped This feature lets the driver delay the actual locking of the vehicle When the power door lock switch is pressed with the key removed from the ignition and the driver s door open a chime will sound three times to signal that delayed locking is active When all doors have been closed the doors will lock automatically after five seconds If any door is opened before this the five second timer will reset itself once all the doors have been closed again Pressing the door lock switch twice within two seconds will override this feature Personal Choice Programming The delayed locking feature be turned on or off for each remote transmitter Vehicles are delivered with each remote transmitter defaulted with delayed locking off To tum the feature on Press and hold the driver s power door lock switch throughout this procedure All the doors will lock 2 Press the UNLOCK button on the remote transrmutter The lock delay 15 still off and all doors will remain locked 3 Press the UNLOCK button on the remote transmitter again Lock delay is now active and all doors will unlock 4 Release the power door lock switch To turn this feature off repeat the previous procedure If your vehicle not equipped with Remote Keyless Entry the delaved locking feature ean he turned on or aff hy using the following proced
180. its agree with your code Press HRS to make the first one or two digits agree with your code Press AM FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the secret code you have written down The display will show REP to let you know that you need to repeat Steps 5 through 7 to confirm your secrel code Press AM FM and this time the display will show SEC to let you know that your radio is secure Unlocking the Theft Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss Enter your secret code as follows pause no more than 15 seconds between steps 1 LOC appears when the ignition is on 2 Press MIN and 000 will appear on the display 3 Press MIN again to make the last two digits agree with your code 4 Press HRS to make the first one or two digits agree with your code 5 Press AM FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the secret code you have written down The display will show SEC indicating the radio is now operable and secure If you enter the wrong code eight times INOP will appear on the display You will have te wait an hour with the ignition on before you can try again When you try ugain you will only have three more chances eight tries per chance to enter the correct code before INOP appears If you lose or forget your code contact your dealer 3 32 Disubling the Theft Deterrent Feature Enter your secret code us follows pause no more than 15 seconds between steps 1 Turn the ignition to ACCES
181. ity just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most lurge cities You ll save time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving Treat green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the comer is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start 10 move check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light One of the biggest problems with city streets 1s the amount of traffic on them You ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals Freeway Driving Mile for mile freeways also called thruways parkways expressways turnpikes or superhighways are the safest of all roads But they have their own special rules 4 22 The most important advice on freeway driving is Keep up with traffic and keep to the right Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving Too fast or too slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane At the entrance there ts usually ramp that leads to the freeway If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin t check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors
182. just a seal on wheels Put someone on it Jd Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something Ina real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety belts make such good sense 1 9 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers Q Won t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if l m wearing a safety belt You could be whether you re weuring safety belt or not But you can unbuckle a safety belt even if you re upside down And vour chance of being conscious during and after accident so you cam unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted 0 If my vehicle has air bags why should I have to wear safetv belts Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to huckle up to get the most protection That s true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions 1 10
183. kle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if vou ever had to Securing a Child Restraint the Right You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part Front Seat Position about the tap strap if the child restraint has one 1 Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward facing child restraint See Seats the Index 2 Put the restraint on the seat Follow the mstructions for the child restraint 3 Secure the child in the child restraint as the Instr cltons say Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag Never i i 4 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder put a rear facing child restraint in this seat Here s why SUR 5 portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show vou how li the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or z ck pul it behind the child restraint A child in a rear facing child restraint can be HEP ena MON seriously injured if the right front passenger s air bag inflates This is because the back of a rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Always secure a rear facing child restraint in the rear seat 5 Buckle the belt Make sure the release butt
184. l To set the parking brake hold the regular hrake pedal down with your right foot Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot TD RELEAS If the ignition is on the brake system warning light will on and single chime will be heard The parking brake uses the brakes on the rear wheels To release the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down and push the parking brake pedal with your left foot This will unlock the pedal When you lift your left foot the park bruke pedal will follow it to the released position If you try to drive approximately 40 feet 12 2 m with the parking brake on the brake light stays on and a chime sounds until you release the parking brake NOTICE Driving with the parking brake on can cause vour rear brakes to overheat You may have to replace them and vou could also damage other parts of your vehicle If you ure towing a trailer and are parking on any hill see Towing a Trailer in the Index That section shows what ta do first to keep the trailer from moving Shifting Into PARK P 2 Move the shift lever into PARK like this It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re
185. l become so heavy vou can t hold it For example in a crash CAUTION Continued at only 25 mph 40 km h 12 Ib 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 Ib 110 kg force on your arms The baby would be almost impossible to hold Secure the baby in an infant restraint Child Restraints Be sure the child restraint is designed ta be used in a vehicle IF it is 1t will have a label saying that it meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards Then follow the instructions for the restraint You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in booklet or both These restraints use the belt svstem in your vehicle but the child also has to be secured within the restraint to help reduce the chance of personal injury The instructions that come with the infant or child restraint will show you how to do that Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint in the rear seat Never put a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seal Here s why child in a rear facing child restraint be seriously injured if the right front passenger s air bag inflates This is because the back of a rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air Always secure a rear facing child restraint in the rear seat You may
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187. l you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard 15 Then we tell vou what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you don t you or others could be hurt You will also find a circle with a Slash through it in this hook This safety symbol means Don t Don t do this or Don t let this happen viii Vehicle Damage Warnings Also 1n this book you will find these notices These mean there is something that could damage vour vehicle In the notice area we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage When you read other manuals you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle Fore sampile These symbols These symbols These symbols These symbols Here some these symbols important have to do witht ire on some of used on other symbols are used on for you and lamps controls ard yen muy see original battery your passeng
188. least twice a year for instance each spring and fall You should let your GM dealer s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs Make sure any necessarv repairs are completed at once Proper procedures to perform these services may he Found in a GM service manual See Service and Owner Publications in the Index Steering Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts signs of wear or lack of lubrication Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage tears or leakage Replace seals if necessary Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out of position parts as well as open seams holes loose connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle See Engine Exhaust in the Index Radiator and Heater Hose Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked swollen or deteriorated Inspect all pipes fittings and clamps replace as needed Throttle Linkage Inspection Inspect the throttle linkage for interference or binding and for damage or missing parts Replace parts as needed Repla
189. ler Children and Babies 1 33 Use During Pregnancy 5 nnn n 1 18 Why They 1 6 Safety Chaim 4 37 Safety Defects Reporting 8 8 Safety Warnings and Symbols Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 4 Seatback Reclining Front 1 4 9 8 I Seats Manus Front 2 PW doro retener Aure Tav e E dira Restraint Systems ees 1 1 Sea COME 2 Securing a Child Restraint 2 2 1 37 Second Gear Automatic Transaxle 2 26 Security Feedback joios epora ese RE EAT EA 2 1 Personal Choice Programming oat SHREW CH real a A a a alfa a xa 2 17 ee nt 6 2 Bulletins Ordering ea 4 10 Ordenng sical eles 8 Parts Identification Label 6 54 Publications Ordering 2 8 9 Work Doing Your Own 6 2 Service and Appearance Care 2502 6 1 Service and Owner Publications 8 10 Service Publipations 2 1 ll ilu dana 8 10 Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Buick 24 Sheet Metal Damage 6 52 Shifting Automatic Transaxle oca 2 23 Inte PARR CEN LL crassa nina ud 2 28 co
190. ler or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required 2 66 If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage your vehicle Reducing vehicle speed Avoiding hard accelerations Avoiding steep uphill grades f you are towing a trailer reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible If the light stops flashing and remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light continues ro flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park your vehicle Turn the key off wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine If the light remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light is still flashing follow the previous steps and drive the vehicle to your dealer or qualified service center for service If the Light Is On 5teadv You may be able to correct the emissron system malfunction by considering the following Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle If so reinstall the fuel cap making sure to fully install the cap The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel has been left off or improperly installed A loose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel te evaporate into the atmosphere few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water If your electrical system may be wet
191. level nght away CHECK OIL LEVEL For more information see Check Oil Level Light in the Index You should check your engine oil level regularly this is an added reminder It s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground 6 10 The engine oil dipstick 18 right behind the engine fans and in front of the engine oil fill cap The top of the dipstick is round yellow loop Turn off the engine and give the oil few minutes to drain back into the oil pan If vou don t the oil dipstick might not show the actual level Checking Engine Gil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth then push it back in all the way Remove it again keeping the tip down and check the level When to Add Oil If the il is at or below the ADD mark then you ll need to add at least one quart of oil But you must use the right kind This part explains what kind of oi to use For erankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could he damaged The engine oil fill cap is behind the engine oil dipstick and engine fans Be sure to fill it enough to put the level somewhere in the proper operatin
192. listening pleasure You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first Find out what your Delco system do and how to operate all its controls to be sure vou re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it Setting the Clock Press and hold HRS until the correct hour appears Press and hold MIN until the correct minute appears You may set the clock with the ignition off if vou press RECALL first and follow the sume procedure described above 3 12 AM FM Stereo Plaving the Radio VOLUME This knob turns the system on and off and controls the volume To increase volume and tum the radio on turn the knob clockwise Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume RECALL Press the upper knob briefly to recall the station being played or to display the clock To change what is normally shown on the display station or time press the knob until you see the display you want then hold the knob until the display flashes If you press the knob when the ignition is off the clock will show for a few seconds Finding a Station Press the AM FM button to switch between AM and 2 The display shows your selection TUNE Turn the lower knob to choose radio stations SEEK Press the right or left arrow to go to the next higher or lower station and stay there The sound will mute while seeking SCAN Press one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds
193. ll be just for you and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose Don t let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit To wear it just attach it to the regular safety belt Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts vou see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They rip apart under impact forces Tf a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers und have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does not need regular maintenance 1 46 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you ve had a crash do you need new belts After a very minor collision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched as they would be if wom during more severe crash then you need new belts IF belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt wasn t being used at the time of the collision If your seat adjuster won t work after a crash the special part of the salety belt that goe
194. m loud noise is almost undetectable until it is too late Your hearing can adapt to higher volumes of sound Sound that seems normal can be loud and harmful to your hearing Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avotd hearing loss or damage Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOTICE Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player CB radio mobile telephone or two way radio be sure you can add what you want If you can it s very important to do it properly Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of vour vehicle s engine Delco radio or other systems and even damage them Your vehicle s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added improperly So before adding sound equipment check with vour dealer and be sure to check Federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism Cassette tapes should he stored in their cases away from contaminants direct sunlight and extreme heat If they aren t they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player Your tape player should be cleaned regularly af
195. m the hitch Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for attaching safety chains and do not attach them to the bumper Always leave just enough slack so you can turn with your rig And never allow safety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes Does your trailer have its own brakes Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you ll be able to install adjust and maintam them properly Because you have anti lock brakes do not try to tap into your vehicle s brake system If you do both brake systems won t work well or at all Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires certain amount of experience Before setting out for the open road you ll want to get to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself Before you start check the trailer hitch and platform and attachments salety chains electrical connector lumps tires and mirror adjustment If the trailer has electric brakes start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip
196. minutes Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Intensity Brightness Control The instrument panel intensity can be adjusted by moving this lever between LO and HI The instrument panel lights will be on only when the headlamps are The interior courtesy lamps can be turned on sliding the lever all the way to the right Time Out Feature If Equipped On vehicles equipped with the Remote Keyless Entry system the interior lamps will automatically shut off after a 0 minute period if a door is left ajar or if the interior courtesy lamp switch has been left in the INT on position This Feature is designed to help eliminate battery wear down 2 44 Courtesy Lamps When any door is opened several lamps go They make it easy Tor you to enter and leave the vehicle You can also turn these lamps on by sliding the PANEL LIGHTS switch to INT Interior Delayed Entry Lighting When you open the door the interior lamps will turn on When you close the door with the ignition off the interior lamps will stay on for 25 seconds or until the ignition is turned to an on position Note that locking the doors will override the delayed entry lighting feature and the lamps will turn off right away Theater Dimming This feature allows for a three to five second Fade out of the courtesy lamps instead of immediate turn off Delayed Exit Lighting With this feature the interior lamps will turn on and stay on for up to
197. months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote 7 See footnote s Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Long Trip Highway Maintenance Schedule 45 000 Miles 75 000 km 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter 12 months whichever occurs first if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or An Emission Control Service See footnote more of these conditions C Lubricate chassis components or every n heavy city traffic where the outside 12 months whichever occurs first temperature regularly reaches 90 F See footnote 32 C or higher Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and In hilly or mountainous terrain Rotation in the Index for proper rotation and additional information Uses such as found in taxi police or See footnote Also see footnote PRE Ei When doing frequent trailer towing If vou do nor use your vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filter do not require changing SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY Long Trip Highway Maintenance Schedule 52 500 Miles 87 500 km L Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Lubricate chassis compon
198. n fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or a crash 1 29 To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle 1 30 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for small adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide pulls the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for smaller adults the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulder belts Here s how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt 1 Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge of 2 Slide the guide under and past the belt The elastic the seatback and the interior body ro remove the cord must be under the belt Then place the guide guide from its storage clip over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat 4 Buckle position and release the safety belt as The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide described in Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions earlie
199. n on For more detailed information and programming instructions refer to the Index for each individual feature listed above Matching Transmitter s To Your Vehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement purchased through your dealer Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle any remaining transmitters must also be matched Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have only four transmitters matched to it See your dealer to match transmitters to another vehicle 2 12 Battery Replacement Under normal use the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about two years You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won t work at the normal range in any location If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works it s probably time to change the battery For battery replacement use one Duracell battery type DL 2032 or a similar type To replace the battery Trunk l Insert a coin into the notch near the keyring Turn the coin counterclockwise to separate the two halves of Trunk Lock Release the transmitter To unlock the trunk from the outside in
200. n t add anything electrical to your Buick unless you check with your dealer first Some electrical equipment damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn t be covered by your warranty Some add on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should Your vehicle has an air bag systern Before attempting to add anything electrical to your Buick see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Buick in the Index Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring is protected by an internal circuit breaker An electrical overload will cause the lamps to eo on and off or in some cases to remain off If this happens have your headlamp system checked right away Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow elc the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the overload is caused by some electrical problem be sure to have it fixed Power Windows and Other Power Accessories Circuit breakers in the fuse panel protect the power windows and other power accessories When the current load is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the problem 15 fixed or goes away Maxifuse Relay Center check the fuses in this underhood fuse center turn the two knobs one quarter turn counterclockwise and loosen the metal wing nut on the passenger side of the cover Then remove the cover The inside
201. n t see or smell an attendant CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death If vou must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the trunk lid To secure the trunk turn off the TRUNK RELEASE e Make sure all windows are shut lock the glove box then take the door key with you Turn the fan on your heating or cooling Now the trunk button to the left of the steering column system to its highest speed with the setting will not open the trunk on VENT That will force outside air into your vehicle See Comfort Controls in the Index The Remote Kevless Entry transmitter if equipped e If vou have air outlets on or under the will open the trunk even if the trunk release lockout switch is in the off position Trunk Security Override instrument panel open them all the wav See Engine Exhaust the Index Theft Vehicle theft is big business especially in some cities Although your Buick has a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal However there are ways you can help Kev in the Ignition If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside it s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves so don t do it With the ignition off and the driver s door open you ll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take
202. n the ignition 15 on the brake system warning light will also come on when you set your parking brake The light will stay on if your parking brake doesn t release fully If you try to drive off with the parking brake set a chime will also come on until you release the parking brake If the light and chime stay on after your parking hrake is fully released it means you have brake problem 2 62 _ _ _ _ _ Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti lock brake system the lieht s will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds That s normal If the light stays on turn the ignition to OFF Or if the light comes on when you re driving stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off Then start the engine again to reset the system If the light still stays on or comes on again while you re driving your Buick needs service If the regular brake system warning light isn t on you still have brakes but you don t have anti lock brakes If the regular brake system warning light is also on you don t have anti lock brakes and there s a problem with your regular brakes See Brake Svstem Warning Light earlier in this section The anti lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is problem 2 63
203. n under one or more of these conditions n heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher n hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filter do not require changing Short Trip City Main 51 000 Miles 85 000 km 54 000 Miles 90 000 km L Change engine oil and filter or every L Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote An Emission Control Service See footnote _ Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote 4 O Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY es 7 17 57 000 Miles 95 000 km 60 000 Miles 100 000 km C Change engine oil and filter or every O Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 3 months whichever occurs first Emission Control Service See footnote An Emission Control Service See footnote _ Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote 4 C Inspect engine accessory drive belt Emiss
204. n your vehicle is hydroplaning it has little or no contact with the road Hydroplaning doesn t happen often But it can if your tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more 15 low It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road If you can see reflections from trees telephone poles or other vehicles and raindrops dimple the water s surface there could be hydroplaning Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds There just isn t hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining Driving Through Deep Standing Water NOTICE If vou drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you can t avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Some Other Rainy Weather Tips Besides slowing down allow some extra following distance And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle Allow yourself more clear room ahead and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray Have good tires with proper tread depth See Tires in the Index 4 20 City Dri ving are ways to increase your safety in city driving e Know the best way to get to where you are going Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the c
205. nance Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Buick Air bags affecti how your Buick should be serviced There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle You don t want the system to inflate while someone is working on vour vehicle Your Buick dealer and the LeSabre Service Manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system To purchase service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index 1 24 Center Passenger Position Lap Belt If your vehicle has front and rear bench seats someone can sit in the center positions When you sit in a center seating position you have a lap safety belt which has no retractor To make the belt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt __ To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 1 26 Rear Seat Passengers It s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seal are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passeng
206. nd Lubricants in the Index Exterior cleaner and polish Spot and stain removal Cleans grease grime and smoke film Cleans vinyl leather and rubber Shines tires fine scratches Protects finish and removes Finish Enhancer Spot cleans paint and gives high luster Not recommended for use on instrument panel vinyl 6 53 Vehicle Identification Number VIN s SAMPLE4UXVMO ENGINE 1 p ASSEMBLY CODE MODEL YEAR PLANT This is the legal identifier for your Buick It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel on the driver s side You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label on your spare tire cover It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is your VIN the model designation paint information and a list of all production options and special equipment Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle Electrical System Add On Electrical Equipment NOTICE Do
207. nd SCAN will appear on the display Use SCAN to listen to stations for a few seconds The radio will go to station stop for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press one of the SEEK buttons again to stop scanning The sound will mute while scanning PUSHBUTTONS The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to stations six six and six FMZ Just 1 Turn the radio on Press to select the band Tune in the desired station ed Press TONE to select the setting you prefer gt Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons The sound will mute When it returns release the button Whenever vou press that numbered button the station you set will return and the tone you selected will be automatically selected for that button 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton P SCAN Press this button to listen to euch of your preset stations for a few seconds The radia will go to the first preset station stop for a few seconds then go on to the next preset station Press P SCAN again to stop scanning If a preset station has weak reception the radio will not stop at the preset station AUTO SET Press this button and the system will seek and set the 12 strongest FM or the 6 strongest stations on your preset buttons depending on which band AM or you are listening to AUTO SET will flash while seeking and will remain on until
208. nd the upper knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers FADE Turn the control behind the lower knob to move the sound to the front or rear speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers 3 14 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Plaver Plaving the Radio VOLUME This knob turns the system on and off and controls th volume To increase volume and turn the radio on tum the knob clockwise Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume RECALL Press the upper knob briefly to recall the station being played or to display the clock To change what is normally shown on the display station or time press the knob until you see tne display vou want then hold the knob until the display flashes If you press the knob when the ignition is off the clock will show for few seconds Finding a Station Press the lower knob to switch hetween and FMZ The display shows your selection TUNE Turn the lower knob to choose radio stations SEEK Press the right or left arrow to go to the next higher or lower station and stay there The sound will mute while seeking SCAN Press one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds and SCAN will appear on the display Use SCAN to listen to stations for a few seconds The radio will go to a station stop for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press one of the SEEK arrows
209. ndow down Activate the system by locking the doors with the power door lock switch while the door is open or with the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter Get out of the vehicle close the door and wait for the SECURITY light to go out Then reach in through the window unlock the door with the manual door lock and open the door This should set off the alarm If the alarm does not sound when it should check to see if the horn works The horn fuse may be blown To replace the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index To reduce the possibility of theft always activate the theft deterrent system when leaving your vehicle 55 II Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS Kev Personalized Automotive Security System theft deterrent system PASS Key is a passive theft deterrent system It works when you insert or remove the key from the ignition PASS Kev II uses a resistor pellet in the ignition key that matches a decoder in your vehicle When the PASS Key II system senses that someone is using the wrong key it shuts down the vehicle s starter and fuel systems For about three minutes the starter won t work and fuel won t go to the engine If someone tries to start your vehicle again or uses another key during this time the vehicle will not start This discourages someone from randomly trying different keys with different resistor pellets in an attempt to make a match 2 17 The ignition k
210. nel will flash whenever you signal a turn lane change Properly hooked up the trailer lamps will also flash telling other drivers you re about to turn change lanes or stop When towing a trailer the green arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out Thus you may think drivers behind vou are seeing your signal when they are not t s important to check occasionally ta be sure the trailer bulbs are still working Your vehicle has bulb warning lights When you plug a trailer lighting system into your vehicle s lighting system tts bulb warning lights may not let you know if one of your lamps goes oul So when you have a trailer lighting system plugged in be sure to check your vehicle and trailer lamps from time to time to be sure theyre all working Once you disconnect the trailer lamps the bulb warning lights again can tell you if one of your vehicle lamps is out Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade If you don t shift down you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well Parking on Hills You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to move People can be injured and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged But if vou ever have to park your rig on a hill heres how t
211. ng Brake Chassis lubricant GM Part USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Cable Guides 12377985 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of Engine Oil Engine oil with the American NLGI 2 Category LB or Petroleum Institute Certified For GC LB Gasoline Engines Starburst symbol of the proper viscosity To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle s engine see Engine Oil in the Index Power Steering GM Power Steering Fluid GM System Part No 1052884 pint 1050017 quart or equivalent Automatic Automatic PE onu Transaxle Transmission Fluid Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean water apa preferably distilled and GM Goodwrench DEX COOL or Havoline DEX COOL silicate free antifreeze See Engine Coolant in the Index Key Lock Multi Purpose lubricant Cylinders Superlube GM Part No 1234624 or equivalent 7 45 USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hood and Door Multi purpose lubricant Hinges Superlube GM Part USAGE FLUIDWLUBRICANT Chassis Chassis lubricant GM Part Lubrication No 12377985 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of 2 Category LB or GC LB GM Optikleen Washer Solvent Washer Solvent GM Part No 1051515 or See Replacement Parts in the Index for recommended equivalent replacement filters and spark plugs No 1234624 or equivalent Weatherstrip Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Conditio
212. ng Outside Rearview Mirror If Equipped If you have this feature the driver s side outside mirror will adjust for the glare of headlamps behind you This feature is controlled by the on and off settings on the automatic electrochromic day night rearview mirror See Electrochromic Day Night Rearview Mirror earlier in this section Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger s side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes Storage Compartments Glove Box Use the door key to lock and unlock the glove box To open lift the latch release on the left side of the glove box door Center Console Cupholder Coinholder The armrest between the front seats opens into a storage area To open it press the lever at the front edge Inside a cupholder flips forward and unfolds to hold two cups The cupholder is designed to break away should it receive excessive pressure If it breaks away snap the edges back into place There is also a removable coinholder cassette tape and compact disc storage area 2 51 Convenience Net If Equipped Your vehicle may have a convenience net You ll see it just inside the back w
213. nge your oil every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or sooner if the CHANGE OIL light comes on Remember to reset the Oil Lite Monitor when the oil has been changed For more information see Engine Oil Life Monitor in the Index good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation See Brake System Inspection under Periodic Maintenance Inspections in Part C of this schedule If vou drive a highly corrosive environment your brake calipers may require additional inspection and service at every other tire rotation See Caliper Knuckle Maintenance Inspection under Periodic Maintenance Inspections in Part C of this schedule Long Trip Highway Maintenance Schedule 7 500 Miles 12 500 km 15 000 Miles 25 000 km _ Change engine oil and filter or every U Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Sce footnote An Emission Control Service Sce footnote L Lubricate chassis components or every Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote See footnote amp Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and _ Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information pattern and additional information See footnote Se
214. ngine oil should be checked at the dipstick then hrought up to the proper level if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index Change Oil Soon Light If Equipped This light is activated by the Engine Oil Life Monitor System The Engine Oil Life Monitor determines the condition of the engine oil and lets vou know when the oil should be changed See Engine Oil in the Index CHANGE OIL SOON It does this by electronically receiving data from the Powertrain Control Module The data it receives contains information about engine speed revolutions per minute coolant temperature and vehicle speed The Engine Oil Life Monitor uses this data to determine how much the ei has degraded 2 69 When to change oil depends driving habits and conditions because these directly affect engine speed caolant temperature and vehicle speed Because of this the CHANGE OIL SOON light may turn on as early as 2 000 miles 3 218 km or less for harsh circumstances The CHANGE OIL SOON light is lit for five seconds as a bulb check each time the ignition key is turned to the RUN position Tt will stay on for 60 seconds once 90 percent of the oil life has been used and cach time the engine is started after that If the CHANGE OIL SOON light is on continuously there is a problem with the Oil Lite Monitor System and service is required After changing the engine oil the system should be reset This will cause the CHANGE OIL S
215. ning Part No 12345579 or equivalent Hood Latch Lubriplate lubricant aerosol GM Assembly Part No 12346293 or equivalent Pivots Spring or lubricant meeting requirements Anchor and of NLGI 2 Category LB or Release Paw GC LB 7 46 Part E Maintenance Record Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on Eres vi ne perioed pecora the the following record pages Also vou should retain all dte reading and who pertormed the service maintenance receipts Your owner information portfolio in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval is convenient place to store them Maintenance Record ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED Maintenance Record ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7 48 READING ODOMETER READING W Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Buick if you need assistance This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects 8 2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 8 8 Warranty Information 5 4 Customer Assistance for Text 8 8 Reporting Safety Defects to the United Telephone Users States Government 8 5 Roadside Assistance 8 9 Reporting Safety Defects to the 8 5 Canadian Roadside Assistance Canadian Government 8 6 Courtesy Transport
216. no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool NOTICE If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant vour vehicle can be badly damaged The costly repairs would not he covered by your warranty If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no steam the problem may not be too serious Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you Climb a long hill on a hot day e Stop after high speed driving e Idle for long periods in traffic Tow a trailer If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam try this for a minute or so 1 Turn off your air conditioner 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE 07 or THIRD 3 If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning doesn t come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If there s still no sign of steam you can idle the engine for two or three minu
217. nstalling the Spare Tire 2 2 Attach the wheel wrench to the bolt on the end of the jack and rotate the wrench clockwise to raise the jack head a few inches 3 Put the jack into a notch in the frame which is located near each wheel well The front notch is 10 inches 25 cm back from the front wheel well The rear notch is 8 inches 25 forward from the rear wheel well 1 Use the wheel wrench to loosen the wheel nuts but don t remove them Getting under vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack vou could he badly injured or killed Never get under vehicle when it is supported only by a jack NOTCHES 10 25 20 Raising vour vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make flat tire Do not raise the vehicle yet Put the compact the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury spare tire near you and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 4 Position the jack and raise the jack head until it fits firmly on the ridge in the vehicle s frame nearest the 5 Raise the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench clockwise in the jack Raise the vehicle far enough so there s enough room for the spare tire to fit 6 Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire 5 30 7 Remove any rust or dirt trom the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spa
218. ntiveness and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You have a serious or even fatal collision if vou drive after drinking Please don t drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking Ride home in a cab or if you re with a group designate a driver who will not drink Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it fo go They are the brakes the steering and the accelerator All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road Sometimes as when you re driving on snow or ice it s easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide That means you can lose control of your vehicle 4 6 Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time First vou have to decide to push on the brake pedal That s perception time Then you have to bring up your foot and do That s reaction time Average reaction time 1s about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even 3 4 of a second vehicle moving at 60 mph 100 km h travels feet 20 That could be a lot of distance in an emergency so keeping enough space between your vehicle and others i
219. o do it 1 Apply your regular brakes but don t shift into PARK vet E 3 When the wheel chocks are in place release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load 4 Reapply the regular brakes Then apply your parking brake and then shilt to PARK Release the regular brakes Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you amp Start your engine e Shif into a gear and Release the parking brake Let up on the hrake pedal Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks 3 4 Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more an this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid don t overfill engine oil belts cooling system and brake adjustment Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help vou find them quickly If you re trailering it s good idea to review these sections before vou start your trip Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are 4 39 NOTES f W Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazurd Warning Flashers 5 2
220. o much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK P This is called torque lock To prevent torque lock set the parking brake and then shift into PARK P properly belore you leave the driver s seat To find out how see Shifting Into PARK P in the Index When you are ready to drive move the shift lever out of PARK P before you release the parking brake If torque lock does occur you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking paw in the transaxle so vou can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of PARK P Your Buick has a Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock BTSD You have to fully apply your regular brake before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in the RUN position See Automatic Transaxle in the Index If you cannot shift out of PARK ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into PARK P as you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into the gear you want If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK try this 1 Turn the key to OFF Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4 Shift to NEUTRAL N Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear you want Bo Lh Have the vehicle fixed as soon as vou can Parking Over Things That Burn Things that c
221. of silence between each selection for PREV to work The sound will mute while seeking NEXT 2 Press this button to search for the next selection on the tape Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for NEXT to work The sound will mute while seeking The SEEK up and down arrows will also find the previous and next selections orn the tape 4413 Press this button to reverse the tape rapidly Press it again to return to playing speed The radio will plav while the tape reverses Pp 4 Press this button to advance quickly to another part of the tape Press the button again to return t playing speed The radio will play while the tape advances SIDE 5 Press this hutton to change the side of rhe tape that is playing XL 6 Press this button to reduce background noise The double D symbol will appear on the display Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation AM FM Press this button to play the radio when a tape is in the player SOURCE Press this button to change to the tape function when the radio is on TAPE PLAY with an arrow will appear on the display when the tape is active EJECT Press this button to remove the tape The radio will play If you leave a cassette tape in the player while listening to the radio it may becom
222. on your vehicle needs service Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light This light will tell you that your engine coolant has overheated OT Your radiator cooling fans are not working If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions you should pull off the road stop your vehicle and turn the engine off as soon as possible In the section Problems on the Road this manual explains what to do See Engine Overheating in the Index Engine Coolant Temperature Gage If Equipped If your vehicle is equipped with the gage cluster you have a gage that shows the engine coolant temperature If the gage pointer moves into the red area your engine is too hot That reading means the same thing as the warning light It means that your engine coolant has overheated If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions you should pull off the road stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible The engine coolant temperature gage indicates the coolant temperature in degrees Fahrenheit The Canadian instrument panels indicate the coolant temperature in degrees Celsius In the section Problems on the Road this manual explains what to do See Engine Overheating in the Index Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light Your Buick is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission control syst
223. on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index Pull the lever toward you I Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake Move the lever up as far as it will go 3 Turn the ignition key to LOCK 4 Remove the Key and take it with you If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in PARK Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running It can dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set And if vou leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could be injured Don t leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you have to If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running be sure your vehicle is in PARK and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it After you ve moved the shift lever inta the PARK P position hold the regular brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK P without first pulling it toward you If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P 2 29 Torque Lock If vou are parking on a hill and you don t shift your transaxle into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put to
224. on is 6 Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the positioned so vou would be able to unbuckle the retractor to set the lock safety belt quickly if you ever had to 7 To tighten the belt feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint 8 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it zo back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Larger Children Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle s safety belts Il you have the choice a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap shoulder belt and vet the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide 1 43 Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat But they need to use the safety helts properly 9 Children who aren t buckled up can be thrown out in crash Children who aren t buckled up can strike other people who 1 44 Never do this Here two children are wearing the same belt The belt can t properly spread the impact forces In a crash the two children can crushed together and seriously injured A belt must be used by only one person at a time What if a child is wearing a lap shoulder belt bu
225. on while the engine is not running RUN D The switch returns to this position after you start your engine and release the key This is the position for normal driving Even when the engine is not running you can use RUN to operate your electrical power accessories and to display some instrument panel warning lights START E This position starts your engine When the engine starts release the key and the switch will move to the RUN position NOTICE If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can t turn it be sure you are using the correct key if so is it all the way in If it is then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard But turn the key only with your hand Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch If nane of this works then your vehicle needs service Key Reminder Warning If you leave vour key in the ignition in the OFF position you will hear warning chime when you open the driver s door Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever t PARK P or NEUTRAL Your engine won t start in other position that s a safety feature To restart when you re already moving n use NEUTRAL N only 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be EM drained much sooner And the excessive heat can NOTICE damage your starter motor Don t try to shift to PARK Pi if your Buick is moving If vou do you could damage the transaxle Shift to PA
226. ons from the Short Trip City Maintenance Schedule is true Do not use this schedule if the vehicle is used for trailer towing driven in a dusty area or used off paved roads Use the Short Trip City schedule for these conditions Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions causes engine oil to break down slower Long Trip Highway Intervals Every 7 500 Miles 12 504 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or every 12 months whichever occurs first Chassis Lubrication or every 12 months whichever occurs first Tire Rotation Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Fuel Tank Cap and Lines Inspection Every 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Automatic Transaxle Service severe conditions only Every 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection Every 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Spark Plug Wire Inspection Spark Plug Replacement Every 150 000 Miles 240 000 km Cooling System Service or every 60 months whichever occurs first These intervals only summarize maintenance services Be sure to follew the complete maintenance schedule on rhe following pages The services shown in this schedule up to 1O40 000 miles 166 000 km should be performed after 100 000 miles 166 00 km at the same intervals The services shown at 150 000 miles 240 000 should be performed at the same interval after 150 000 miles 240 4X km See Owner Checks and Services and P
227. ooks Use T hooks instead Front Towing Attach T hook chains on both sides in the slotted holes in the bottom of the cradle behind the front wheels Position a 4 x 4 wood beam across sling chains contacting the bottom of the radiator support Position the lower sling crossbar directly under the front bumper 5 10 Rear Towing Tow Limits 55 mph 88 kmi 59 miles SOO Attach T hook chains to slots in the bottom of the floor pan directly ahead af the rear wheels on both sides No4 x 4 wood beam is needed Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end of each control arm Position the lower sling crossbar directly behind and at the lower edge of the rear humper cover 5 12 Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end of each lower control arm Engine Overheating You will find a coolant light or a warning light about hot engine on your Buick instrument panel If you have the optional gage cluster vou may also have a Steam from an overheated engine can burn you coolant temperature warning gage See Eneine Coolant badly even if you just open the hood Stay away Temperature Warning Light ar Engine Coolant from the engine if you see or hear steam coming Temperature Gage in the Index from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine n B there is
228. or example speed altitude road grades outside temperature and how much your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important And it can also depend on any special equipment that you have on your vehicle You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice or you can write us at Buick Motor Division Customer Relations Center 902 E Hamilton Avenue Flint MI 48550 In Canada write to General Motars of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario LIH 8P7 Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load A of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total capacity weight of your vehicle The capacity weight includes the curb weight of the vehicle any cargo you may carry in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle And if you will tow a trailer you must subtract the tongue load from your vehicle s capacity weight because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity 4 35 If you re using weight carrying hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B If you have a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 12 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B Alter you ve loaded your trailer weigh the trailer and then the tongue separately to see if
229. or 24 months whichever occurs first Damage caused by the use of coolant other than DEX COOL is not covered by your new vehicle warranty What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean w ater preferably distilled and one half DEX COOL coolant which won t damage aluminum parts If you use this mixture you don t need to add anything else 6 20 Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mix will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mix With plain water or the wrong mix your engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mix of clean water and DEX COOL coolant Checking Coolant NOTICE If you use an improper coolant mix your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost wouldn t be covered by vour warranty Too much water in the mix can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts If you have to add coolant more than four times a year have your dealer check your cooling system NOTICE When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at If you use the proper coolant you don t have to FULL COLD or a little higher When your engine is add extra inhibitors or additives which claim to warm the level should be up to
230. or traffic signs pavement markings and lines If you can see a sign up ahead that might indicate a turn or an intersection delay your pass broken center line usually indicates it s all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a salid lime on your side of the lane or a double solic line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic 4 13 Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you re awaiting an opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces your area of vision especially if you re following a larger vehicle Also you won t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops Keep back a reasonable distance When it looks like a chance to pass is coming up start to accelerate but stay in the right lane and don t get too close Time your move so you will he increasing speed as the time comes to move into the other lane If the way is clear to pass you will have a running start that more than makes up for the distance vou would lose by dropping back And if something happens to cause you to cancel your pass you need only slow down and drop back again and wait for another opportunity If other cars are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone isn t trying to pass vou as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot 4 14 Check your mirrors glance ov
231. oration This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed We reserve the right to make changes in the product after that time without further notice For vehicles first sold in Canada substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limited for Buick Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your Buick so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the new owner use it Litho in U S A Part No 25660692 C Second Edition We support voluntary technician certification 5 CERTIFIED WE BLIPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION THEOLKSH Amin notin fo AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE EXCELLENCE For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual Aux propri taires canadiens Vous pouvez vous procurer un exemplaire de ce euide en francais chez votre concessionaire ou DGN Marketing Services Ltd 1500 Bonhill Rd Mississauga Ontario LAT Copyright General Motors Corporation 1996 Rights Reserved Buick Motor Division provides one of the most dramatic and important chapters in the history of the American automobile David Dunbar Buick Walter Marr and Thomas Buick Buick s chief engineer Walter L Marr left and Thomas D Buick son of founder David Dunbar Buick drove the first Flint Buick in a successful Flint Detroit round trip in July 1
232. otnote SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 7 34 Long Trip Highway Maintenance Schedule 75 000 Miles 125 000 km 82 500 Miles 137 500 km _ Change engine oil and filter or every _ Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote An Entission Control Service See footnote Lubricate chassis components or every Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote See footnote 4 _ Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information pattern and additional information See footnote Also see footnote See footnote ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY Long Trip Highway Maintenance Schedule 90 000 Miles 150 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote C Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote f _ Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service See footnote Rotate tires See T
233. ou could be hurt Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance Check with vour Buick dealer before adding equipment to the outside of vour vehicle Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher Ata minimum it should meet specifications ASTM D4814 in the United States and CGSB 3 5 M93 in Canada Improved gasoline specifications have been developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association AAMA for better vehicle performance and engine protection Gasolines meeting the A AMA specification could provide improved driveability and emission control system protection compared to other gasolines Be sure the posted octane is at least 87 If the octane is less than 87 you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive If it s bad enough it can damage your engine If you re using fuel rated at 87 octane or higher and you sull hear heavy knocking your engine needs service But don t worry if you hear a little pinging noise when you re accelerating or driving up a hill Thats normal and vou don t have to buy a higher octane fuel to get rid af pinging It s the heavy constant knock that means you have a problem If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards indicated on the underhood tune up label it is designed to Ope
234. our dealer for fuse replacement 6 59 mejam EJ E LILI Cl 1 LIL as L GHE V L LIL Co oo irl E E d ae 3 jo o Sor nij 10 6 60 pO amp th Je n b Usage Door Locks Trunk Release RAC Horns Not Used Miscellaneous Engine Controls Fuel Pump Injectors Powertrain Control Module Not Used Not Used A C Programmer Not Used Replacement Bulbs Capacities and Specifications Front Outside Lamps Bulb The following approximate capacities are given in Lamy e ue erac 2156 English and metric conversions Please refer to Halogen Headlamps Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index for more information ons Parking Turn Signal Lamps 2 2 1357 Automatic Transaxle AT Overdrive Rear Outside Lamps Pan Removal and Replacement 6 5 quarts 6 1 Back Up Lamps ves sisse 3156 Alter Complete Overhaul IO quarts 9 5 L Sademarker Lamps x ern Ee ALES 194 When drajuing or replacing forge Converter more Huid Pai iG MNCS Mu ME NUN MM 194 may he needed Tail Stop Turn Signal lamps 22222220222 3357 Cooling System quarts 12 3 L Engine Crankease
235. owever if you notice unusual tire wear or vour vehicle pulling one way or the other the alignment may need to be reset If you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road your wheels may need to be rebalanced Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent cracked or badly rusted or corroded If wheel nuts keep coming loose the wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced If the wheel leaks air replace it except some aluminum wheels which can sometimes be repaired See your Buick dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you need to replace any of your wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts replace them only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will he sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your Buick model Used Replacement Wheels Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle make your tires lose air and make vou lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous You can t know how it s been used or how far it s be
236. passengers belts Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the are fastened properly too restraint is closest to the top of your ears This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash r L n It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up See Safety Bell Reminder Light in the Index In most states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know tf you ll be in a crash IF you do have crash vou don t know if it will be a bad one A few crashes are mild and some crashes can he so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 25 years of safety belts in vehicles the acts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as il gots Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s
237. peakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers Plaving a Cassette Tape The longer side with the tape visible should face to the right If the ignition and the radio are on the tape can be inserted and will hegin playing H you hear nothing or hear a garbled sound the tape may not be in squarely Press EJECT to remove the tape and start over 3 16 While the tape is playing use the VOLUME FADE BAL BASS and TREB controls just as you do for the radio Other controls may have different functions when lape is inserted The display will show an arrow to show which side of the tape is playing If you want to insert a tape when the ignition or radio is off first press or RECALL Note that the cassette tape adapter kits for portable compact disc players will work im your cassette tape player Your tape bias is set automatically It E and a number appear on the radio display the tape won t play because of an error e El The tape is tight and the player can t tum the tape hubs Remove the tape Hold the tape with the open end down and try to turn the right hub counterclockwise with a pencil Turn the tape over and repeat I the hubs do not turn easily your tape may be damaged and should not he used in the player Try a new tape to make sure your player is working properly Ell The tape is broken Try new tape If error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected please
238. pecific vehicle design so that it can be somewhat above or below this range If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The air bag is not designed to inflate in rollovers side impacts or rear impacts because inflation would not help the occupant In any particular crash no one can say whether an aur bag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were Inflation 1s determined by the angle of the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down in frontal or near frontal impacts What makes an air bag inflate In an impact of sufficient severity the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash The sensing system triggers release of gas from the inflator which inflates the air The inflator air bag and related hardware are all part of the air bag modules inside the steering wheel and in the instrument panel in front of the right front passenger How does air bag restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel Air bags supplement the protection provided by safety belts Air bags distribute the force ol the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body stopping the occupant more gradually But air bags would not help you in many types of collisions including rollover
239. pose Powdered Cleaner following the directions on the container label 4 Use suds only and apply with a clean sponge Don t saturate the material and don t rub it roughly 5 As soon as vou ve cleaned the section use sponge to remove the suds Rinse the section with a clean wet sponge Wipe off what s left with a slightly damp paper towel or cloth 8 Dry it immediately with a blow dryer 9 Wipe with a clean cloth Using Solvent Tvpe Cleaner on Fahric First see if you have to use solvent type cleaner at all Some spots and stains will clean off better with just water and mild soap If vou need to use a solvent 1 Gently scrape excess soil from the trim material with clean dull knife or scraper 15 Use very little cleaner light pressure and clean cloths preferably cheesecloth Cleaning should start at the outside of the stain feathering toward the center 3 Keep changing to a clean section of the cloth 4 When you clean a stain from fabric immediately dry the area with a blow dryer to help prevent a cleaning ring 6 47 Special Cleaning Problems Greasy or Oily Stains Stains caused by grease oil butter margarine shoe polish coffee with cream chewing gum cosmetic creams Vegetable oils wax crayon tar and asphalt can be removed as follows 1 Carefully scrape off excess stain 2 Follow the solvent type instructions described earlier Shoe polish wax crayon tar and
240. press the TRACTION CONTROL button on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel The traction control system warning light will come on and stay on If the system is limitinz wheel spin when vou press the button the warning light will come on but the system won t turn off right away It will wait until there s no longer a current need to limit wheel spin 4 10 You can turn the system back on al any time by pressing the button again The traction control system warning light should off Braking in Emergencies With anti lock you can steer and brake at the same time In many emergencies steering can help you more than even the very best braking Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning you can steer but it will take much more effort Magnasteer If Equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with GM Magnasteer steering system that continuously adjusts the effort you feel when steering at all vehicle speeds It provides ease when parking yet a firm solid feel at highway speeds Your steering can be adjusted for an easier or more finm setting See your dealer for information Steering Tips Driving on Curves It s important to take curves at reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves Here s why Experienced driver or beginner euch of us is subje
241. putes This program is available ree of charge to customers who currently own or lease a GM vehicle If you are not satisfied after following the Customer Satisfaction Procedure you may contact the BBB using the toll free telephone number or write them at the following address BBB AUTO LINE Council of Better Business Bureaus Inc 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite SUL Arlington 22203 804 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 To file a claim you will be asked to provide your name and address your Vehicle Identification Number VIN and a statement of the nature of your complaint Eligibility 15 limited by vehicle age and mileage and other factors We prefer you utilize the Custamer Satisfaction Procedure before you resort to AUTO LINE hut you may contact the BBB at any time The BBB will attempt to resolve the complaint serving as an intermediary I this mediation is unsuccessful an informal hearing will be scheduled where eligible customers may present their case to an impartial third party arbitrator The arbitrator will make a decision which vou may accept or reject If vou accept the decision GM will he bound by that decision The entire dispute resolution procedure should ordinarily take about 40 days from the time you file a claim until a decision is made Some state laws may require you to use this program hefore filing a claim with a state run arbitration program or in the courts For further information contact the BBB
242. quent driving in stop and vo traffic Most trips are through dusty areas You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of your vehicle e If the vehicle is used for delivery service police taxi ar other commercial application One of the reasons vou should follow this schedule if veu operate your vehicle under any of these conditions is that these conditions cause engine ail to break down sooner Short Trip City Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or 3 months whichever occurs first Every 6 000 Miles 10 44 km Chassis Lubrication 6 months whichever occurs first Tire Rotation Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Air Cleaner Filter Inspection if driving in dusty conditions Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 Km Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Fuel Tank Cap and Lines Inspection Every 50 000 Miles 83 000 Km Automatic Transaxle Service severe conditions only Every 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection Every 00 000 Miles 166 000 Km Spark Plug Wire Inspection Spark Plug Replacement Every 150 004 Miles 240 000 km Cooling System Service or every 60 months whichever occurs first These intervals only summarize maintenance services Be sure to follow the complete maintenance schedule the following pages 7 5 Maintenance Schedule Long Trip Highway Definition Follow this maintenance schedule oniy if none of the conditi
243. r or every C Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote An Emission Control Service See footnote _ Lubricate chassis components or every Inspect air cleaner filter if vou are driving 6 months whichever occurs first in dusty conditions Replace filter if See footnote necessary An Emission Control Service _ Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and See footnote Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Also see footnote 78 000 Miles 130 000 km 81 000 Miles 135 000 km O Change engine oil and filter or every O Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote An Emission Control Service See footnote C Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote _ Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 84 000 Miles 140 000 kin C Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote _ Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote Rotate tires
244. r bag system won t be there to help protect you in another crash new system will include air bag modules and possibly other parts The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information about the air hag system The module records information about the readiness of the system when the sensors are activated and driver s safety belt usage at deployment 1 23 e Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag system Improper service can mean that WOU air bag system won t work properly See your cealer for service NOTICE For up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned off and the battery is disconnected an air bag can still inflate during improper service You can be injured if vou are close to an air bag when it inflates Avoid wires wrapped with yellow tape or yellow connectors They are probably part of the air bag system Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so If vou damage the covering for the driver s or the right front passenger s air bag the bag may not work properly You may have to replace the air bag module in the steering wheel or both the air bag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger s air bag Do not open or break the air bag coverings The wir bag system does not need regular mainte
245. r can then install the anchor for you In Canada this work will be done for you free of charge Or you may install the anchor yourself using the instructions provided in the kit Securing a Child Restraint Rear Outside Seat Position You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one 1 Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instructions for the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 4 Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 1 37 5 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is 6 To tighten the belt pull up on the shoulder belt while positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the you push down on the child restraint safety belt quickly if you ever had to 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let rt go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child pas
246. r in this section Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder arn top 1 32 To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out from the guides Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip and then slide the guide onto the clip Rotate the guide and clip inward and in between the seatback and the interior body leaving only the loop of elastic cord exposed Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Smaller Children and Babies Smaller children and babies should always be restrained in a child or infant restraint The instructions for the restraint will say whether it is the right type and size for your child A very young child s hip bones are so small that regular belt might not stay low on the hips as it should Instead the belt will likely be over the child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force right on the child s abdomen which could cause serious or fatal injuries So be sure that any child small enough for one is always properly restrained in a child or infant restraint 1 33 Never hold a baby your arms while riding in vehicle A baby doesn t weigh much until a crash During a crash baby wil
247. rate on fuels that meet California specifications If such fuels are not available in states adopting California emissions standards your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on and or your vehicle may fail a smog check test this occurs return to your authorized Buick dealer for diagnosis to determine the cause of failure In the event it is determined that the cause of the condition is the type of fuels used repairs not be covered by your warranty 6 3 Some gasolines that are not reformulated For low emissions contain an octane enhancing additive called methyleyclopentadieny manganese tricarbonyl MMT ask your service station operator whether or not his fuel contains General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines If fuels containing MMT are used spark plug life may be reduced and your emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on If this occurs return to your authorized Buick dealer for service To provide cleaner air all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help prevent deposits from forming in vour engine and fuel system allowing your emission control system to function properly Therefore you should not have to add anyt
248. re inflated to the correct pressures See Tires in the Index for further details Cassette Deck Service Clean cassette deck Cleaning should be done every 50 hours of tape play See Audio Systems in the Index lor further details 7 39 At Least Twice Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Wiper Blade Check Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking Replace blade inserts that appear wom or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield Also see Wiper Blades Cleaning in the Index Automatic Transaxle Check Check the transaxle fluid level add if needed See Automatic Transaxle in the Index A fluid loss may indicate a problem Check the system and repair if needed 7 40 At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all body door hinges Also lubricate all hinges and latches including those for the hood glove box
249. re wheel Rust or dirt on the wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When vou change wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use scraper or wire brush later if vou need to to get all the rust or dirt off CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 8 Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface and replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel 10 Lower the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench counterclockwise on the jack Lower the jack completely 9 Make sure each wheel stud is centered in each wheel hole while tightening the nuts Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub E 5 3 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a criss cross sequence Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If vou have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 100 lb ft 140
250. recovery tank is at the FULL COLD mark start your vehicle If the overheat warning continues theres one more thing you can try You can add the proper coolant mix directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they come oul CAUTION Continued 5 18 How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap but now push down as you turn it Remove the pressure cap 1 You remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 3 Fill the radiator with the proper DEX COOL 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL coolant mixture up to the base of the filler neck COLD mark 5 Put the back on the coolant recovery tank but leave the radiator pressure cap off 6 Start the engine and let it run until vou can eel the Then replace the pressure At any time during upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the this procedure if coolant begins to flo
251. rotation or changing When you have the front brakes replaced have the rear brakes inspected too Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets See Brake System Inspection in Section 7 of this manual under Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 6 27 Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel This could be a sign of brake trouble Brake Adjustment Every time you apply the brakes with or without the vehicle moving your brakes adjust for wear Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a modern vehicle is complex Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking Your vehicle was designed and tested with top quality GM brake parts When you replace parts of your braking system for example when your brake linings wear down and you have to have new ones put in be sure you get new approved GM replacement parts If you don t your brakes may no longer work properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you ve come 10 expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Battery Every new Buick has a Deleo Freedom battery You never have to add water to one a
252. s every year Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle Judgment Muscular Coordination Vision Allentiveness Police records show that almost half of all motor vehicle related deaths involve alcohol In most cases these deaths are the result of someone who was drinking and driving In recent years some 17 000 annual motor vehicle related deaths have been associated with the use of alcohol with more than 300 000 people injured Many adults by some estimates nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it s against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve this highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How much is too much if the driver plans to drive It s a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on the problem The Blood Alcohol Concentration BAC of someone who is drinking depends upon four things The amount of alcohol consumed e The drinker s body weight The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking e The length of time it has taken the drinker to consume the alcohol According to the American Medical Association a 18O0 Ib 8
253. s rear impacts and side impacts primarily because an occupant s motion is not toward those air bags Air bags should never be regarded as anything more than supplement to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions What will you see after an air bag inflates After an air bag inflates it quickly deflates so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated Same components of the air bag module in the steering wheel hub for the driver s air bag or the instrument panel for the right front passenger s bag will be hot for a short time The parts of the bag that come into contact with vou may be warm but not too hot t touch There will he some smoke and dust coming from vents in the deflated air bags Air bag inflation doesn t prevent the driver from seeing or from being able to steer the vehicle nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle When an air bag inflates there is dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so If vou have breathing problems but can t get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or door Air bags are designed to inflate only once After they inflate you ll need some new parts for your air bag system If you don t get them the ai
254. s BTS needs service 7 41 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK P The key should come out only in LOCK Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK P Mechanism Check When vou are doing this check vour vehicle could begin to move You or others could be injured and property could be damaged Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move 7 42 Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only Tocheck the PARK P mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to PARK P Then release all brakes Underbody Flushing Service At least every spring use plain water to flush any corrosive materials from the underbody Take care to clean thoroughly any areas where mud und other debris ean collect Part Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at
255. s and bold the door lock switch throughout this procedure All doors will lock Press the instant alarm on the transmitter again Perimeter lighting is now enabled and the horn will chirp one time Press the instant alarm on the transmitter again Perimeter lighting is now enabled and the horn will chirp two times Release the door lock switch The perimeter lighting feature is now on Front Reading Lamps If Equipped Rear Reading Lamps If Equipped Front seat reading lamps are turned on or off by pressing The lamp switch and a coat hanger are above cach rear the LAMP switch door Slide the switch to turn the lamp on or off 2 46 Battery Rundown Protection This feature turns off the courtesy reading trunk glove box and visor vanity mirror lamps if any are left on for more than 10 minutes when the ignition is OFF This will keep your battery from running down This feature also shuts off the exterior lamps tf they are left on for more than 10 minutes when the ignition is OFF You may override this feature for the exterior lamps by turning the lamps off and then back on after the ignition is turned to OFF If you do this the exterior lamps will stay on until you manually turn them off If the feature is enabled for the interior and exterior lamps all lamps should turn off at approximately the same time Mirrors Day Night Manual Rearview Mirror When vou are sitting in comfortable driving position adjust
256. s important And of course actual stopping distances vary greatly with the surface of the road whether it s pavement or gravel the condition of the road wet dry icy tire tread the condition of your brakes the weight of the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied Avoid needless heavy braking Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic This is a mistake Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances you will eliminate lot of unnecessary braking That means better braking and longer brake life If your engine ever stops while you re driving brake normally but don t pump your brakes If you do the pedal may get harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But vou will use it when you brake Once the power assist 15 used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brakes Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid When you start your engine or when you begin to drive away your anti lock brake system will check itself You may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this test is going on and you may even notic
257. s or chemical detergents Use liquid hand dish or car washing mild detergent soaps Don t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based or that contuin acid or abrasives All cleaning agents should be flushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the surface or they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure vehicle washes may cause water to enter your vehicle Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses Use lukewarm or cold water a soft cloth and a liquid hand dish or vehicle washing mild detergent soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your Buick by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish You can get GM approved cleaning products Irom your dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Your Buick has a basecoat clearcoat paint finish The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat Always use waxes and polishes that are non abrasive and made for basecoat clearcoat paint finish Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on basecoat clearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage your
258. s through the seat to the adjuster may need to replaced If an air bag inflates you ll need to replace air bag system parts See the part on the air hag system earlier in this section 0 NOTES 1 47 NOTES 1 48 O Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on vour Buick and information on starting shifting and braking Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly and what to do if you have a problem 2 2 Keys 2 4 Door Locks 2 8 Reur Door Security Lock 2 9 Remote Keyless Entry System 2 13 Trunk 2 14 Trunk Lid 2 15 Theft 2 16 Universal Theft Deterrent 2 17 PASS Key Il 2 9 New Vehicle Break In 2 19 Ignition Positions 2 21 Starting Your Engine 2 22 Engine Coolant Heater 2 23 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 27 Parking Brake 2 28 shifting Into PARK P 2 30 2 5 CA Lh Shitting Out of PARK P Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You re Parked Windows Horn Tilt Wheel Turn Signal Multifunction Lever Exterior Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Sun Visors Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Clusters Warning Lights Gages and Indicators Kevs Leaving young children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons
259. se refer to the separate brochure provided by the dealer ar call 1 800 268 6800 for emergency services Courtesy Transportation To Buick Motor Division Quality Means Service and service means keeping vou on the road Included with your Buick new car warranty 3 years 36 000 miles 60 000 km whichever occurs first is Courtesy Transportation a program which will provide Buick retail customers with e Reimbursement toward a loaner vehicle courtesy of Buick Motor Division for up to five days for vehicles requiring overnight warranty repairs Also reimbursement up to 30 a day five days maximum may be available for the cost of a rental car bus or even a cab free one way shuttle ride up to 10 miles 16 km from the dealership is available for customers whose vehicles require same day warranty repairs Courtesy Transportation is Buick s way of extending the Premium Service you ve come to expect from Buick and 3 004 dealers Please review the Courtesy Transportation glove box card contained in your vehicle or consult your Buick dealer for details Some state insurance regulations make it impractical to rent vehicles to people under 21 years of age If you are under 21 and have difficulty renting a vehicle Buick will reimburse you up to 30 day for any documented transportation you receive Please consult your dealer for details For warranty repairs during the Complete Vehicle Coverage period in the New Ve
260. senger 1 38 Securing a Child Restraint the Center Kear 5eat Position You ll he using the lap belt A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured by the right front passenger air bag if it inflates Never secure a child restraint in the center front seat Its always better to secure a child restraint in the rear seat You may however secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front passenger seat but only with the seat moved all the way back See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one l Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instructions for the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say Run the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 1 39 6 To tighten the belt pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it ts secure If it isn t secure the restraint in a different place in the vehicle and contact the child restraint maker for their advice about how to attach the child restraint properly To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt Tt will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger 5 Buc
261. sert the door key and turn it 2 Once the transmitter js separated use a pencil to remove the old battery Do not use a metal object Remote Trunk Release 3 Remowe and replace the battery Replace it as the CUI HL instructions inside the cover indicate The 1 RUNK release button is on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column The transaxle must he in PARK P or NEUTRAL If the remote trunk release button does not open the trunk make sure the remote trunk release lockout switch in the glove box is in the on position 4 Snap the transmitter back together tightly to be sure no moisture can enter 5 Resynchronize the transmitter by pressing and holding the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons for about eight seconds You must be within range of the vehicle When the transmitter has been resynchronized the horn will chirp and the exterior lamps will Hash once NOTICE When replacing the battery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from vour body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter 2 13 Remote Trunk Release Lockout Trunk Lid The trunk release lockout switch in the glove box must he on for the TRUNK button to work This feature allows you to secure items li can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid in the trunk when vou must open because carbon monoxide CO gas can leave the ignition key with come into vour vehicle You ca
262. service have it done before starting out Of course you Il find experienced and able service experts in Buick dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it are some things you can check before a trip e Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir Are all windows clean inside and outside Wiper Blades Are they in good shape Fuel Engine Other Fluids Have you checked all levels Lamps Are they all working Are the lenses clean Tires They are vitally important to a safe trouble free trip Is the tread good enough for long distance driving Are the tires all inflated to the recommended pressure Weather Forecasts What s the weather outlook along your route Should you delay your trip a short time to avoid a major storm system Mups Do you have up to date maps 4 23 Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as highway hypnosis Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on the road the drone of the engine and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy Don t let it happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in fess than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aw
263. side up The plaver will pull it in The disc should begin playing If you want to insert a CD while the ignition or the radio is Off first press EJECT or RECALL you re driving on very rough road or if it s very hot the dise may not play and an error code may appear on the display When things get back to normal the disc should play IF the disc comes out it could be that e E20 The disc is upside down e is dirty scratched or wet E20 There s too much moisture in the air Wait about an hour and try again I any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be carrected please contact your dealer If your radio displays an error number write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem PREV 1 Press this button to go to the start al the current track 11 more than eight seconds have played If vou hold the button or press it more than once the player will continue moving back through the disc The sound will mute while seeking 3 29 NEXT 2 Press this button to go to the next track you hold the button or press it more than once the player will continue moving forward through the disc The sound will mute while seeking The SEEK down and up arrows will also find the previous and next selections on the disc 44 3 Press and hold this button to quickly reverse within a track You will hear sound 4 Press and hold this button to quickly advance within a
264. skid your wheels aren t rolling In the steering or cornering skid too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force And in the acceleration skid too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin cornering skid is best handled by casing your foot off the accelerator pedal li you have the traction control system remember It helps avoid only the acceleration skid If you do not have traction control or if the system is off then an acceleration skid is also best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your oot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs Of course traction is reduced when water now gravel or other material is on the road For safety you ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited While driving on a surface with reduced traction try your hest to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding Learn to recognize warning clues su
265. spection in Part C of this schedule If you drive in highly corrosive environment your brake calipers may require additional inspection and service at every other tire rotation See Caliper Knuckle Maintenance Inspection under Periodic Maintenance Inspections in Part C of this schedule 7 7 3 000 Miles 5 000 km 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every LI Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote An Emission Control Service See footnote C Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Short Trip City Maintenance Schedule 9 000 Miles 15 000 km 12 000 Miles 20 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every _ Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote An Emission Control Service See footnote _ Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote CI Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Also see footno
266. splay the clock To change what 15 normally shown on the display station or time press the RECALL button until you see the display you want then hold the RECALL button until the display flashes If you press the button when the ignition is off clock will show for a few seconds Finding a Station AM FM Press this button to switch between and FMZ The display shows your selection TUNE Press the up or down arrow to choose radio stations SEEK Press the up or down arrow to go to the next higher or lower station and stay there The sound will mute while seeking SCAN Press one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds and SCAN will appear on the display Use SCAN to listen to stations For a few seconds The radio will go to a station stop for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press one of the SEEK arrows again to stop scanning The sound will mute while scanning 3 26 PUSHBUTTONS The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 8 stations six six and six FMI Just Tum the radio on Press AM FM to select the band 1 Tune in the desired station 1 2 4 Press TONE to select the setting you prefer Press and hold one of the six numbered butions The sound will mute When it returns release the button Whenever you press that numbered button the station you set will return and the tone you selected will he automatically selected For
267. ss light on the instrument panel which shows AIR BAG The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Air Bag Readiness Light in the Index lor more information An inflating air bag can seriouslv injure small children Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see the part of this manual called Children and the caution label on the right front passenger s safety belt 1 20 How the Air Bag 5ystem Works The right front passenger s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side Where are the air bags The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel 1 21 If something is between an occupant and air bag the bag may not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person The path of an inflating air hag must he kept clear Don t put anything between an occupant and an air bag and don t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering When should an air bag inflate An air bag is designed to inflate in a moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crash The air bag will inflate only tf the impact speed is above the system s designed threshold level If your vehicle goes straight into wall that doesn t move or deform the threshold level is about 9 to 15 mph 14 to 24 km h The threshold level can vary however with s
268. st stay on and don t flash as you signal a or a lane change a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won t see your turn signal bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident Hf the arrows don t go on at all when you signal a turn Check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index and for bumed out bulbs Signal On hime I your tum signal is left on for more than 3 4 of a mile 1 2km a chime will sound at each fash of the tum signal To turn off the chime move the turn signal lever to the off position 2 35 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beam to high beam or high beam to low beam pull the turn signal lever toward you and release it When the high beams are this light on instrument panel will also be on Windshield Wipers The windshield wipers are controlled by turmng the band marked WIPER For a single wiping cycle turn the band to MIST Hold it there until the wipers start then let go The wipers will stop after one cycle If you want more cycles hold the band on MIST longer For steady wiping at low speed turn the band away from you to the LO position For high speed wiping turn the band further to To stop the wipers move the band to OFF The wiper speed may be set for a long or short delay between wipes This can be very useful in light rain or snow Turn the band to choose
269. system to OFF Voltage Indicator If Equipped If your vehicle is equipped with the gage cluster this gage shows voltage in the electrical system The normal range is to 15 volts If the gage reading stays in either red range or the battery warning light turns on have your Buick dealer check the electrical system 2 61 Brake System Warning Light Your Buick s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part isn t working the other part can still work and stop you For good braking though you need both parts working well If the warning light comes on there could be a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away This light should come on when you turn the key to START If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn vou if there s a problem BRAKE 1 It the light and chime come on while you are driving pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal 15 harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is still have the vehicle towed for service See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on Driving with the hrake system warning light on can lead to an accident If the light is still on after you ve pulled off the road and stopped carefullv have the vehicle towed for service Whe
270. t symbol Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by vour warranty GM Goodwrench oi meets all the requirements for your vehicle If you are in an area where the temperature falls below 20 F 29 C consider using either an SAE 5W 30 synthetic oil or an SAE OW 30 oil Both will provide easier Cold starting and better protection for your engine ar extremely low temperatures Engine Oil Additives Don t add anything to your oil Your Buick dealer 15 ready to advise if you think something should be added When to Change Engine Oil If any one of these is true for you use the short trip city maintenance schedule Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles 8 to 16 km This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing Most trips include extensive idling such as frequent driving in stop and vo traffic Most trips are through dusty areas You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on tap of your vehicle e The vehicle is used for delivery service police taxi or other commercial application Driving under these conditions causes engine oil to break down sooner If any one of these is true for your vehicle then you need ta change your oil and filter every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or 3 months whichever occurs first See Change Oil Indicator in the Index If none of them is true use the long trip highway maintenance schedule Change the
271. t Used 2 Not Used 3 Power Seats Circuit Breaker 4 Not Used 5 Nat Used LA PASS Key 1 2 8 6 7 8 9 ls 2A 5pare AA Not Used B 4 Not Used i 5A Up Level HVAC ALM Cruise Control Cluster Courtesy Lamps Power Mirrors Not Used Ji il Perimeter Lighting Not Used D IB Turn Signal Back Up Lamps BTS 2B Spare Not Used ne Fuse OB 7B OB ic 2 AC 4 SC 6C 7 SC 9 ID 2D 4D 5D L sage Anti Lock Brake System Computer Command Control Brake and Hazard Lamps Not Used Interior Lighting Cigarette Lighter Air Bag System Spare Not Used Not Used Cooling Fans Transaxle Parking Lamps Interior Lamps Not Used Parking Lamps Radio Cluster Telltale Chime Cluster RAC LCM Spare Not Used Not Used Base A C Fuse 6D 70 jJ ap IE 2E AE 4 9E Usage Not Used Not Used Radio Not Used Not Used Air Bag System PASS Key Not Used Not Used Rear Detog Misc Engine Non OBD II Not Used Wipers Washer Used Passenger s Side Fuse Block Additional fuses are located in the relay center on the passenger s side below the instrument panel You must remove the sound insulator on the right side of the passenger footwell to replace these fuses Since the replacement of these fuses can be difficult we recommend that you see y
272. t a CD while the ienition or the radio is olf first press EJECT RECALL If you re driving on a very rough road or if its very hot the disc may not play and an error code may appear or the display When things get back to normal the disc should play If the disc comes out it could be that e E20 The disc is upside down 3 24 e E20 lt is dirty scratched or wet e E20 There s too much moisture in the air Wait about an hour and try again If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected please contact your dealer If your radia displays an error number write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem PREV 1 Press this button to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played If you hold the button or press it more than once the player will continue moving back through the disc The sound will mute while seeking NEXT 2 Press this button to go Lo the next track If vou hold the button or press it more than once the player will continue moving forward through the disc The sound will mute while seeking The SEEK down and up arrows will also find the previous and next selections on the disc 4 4 2 Press and hold this button to quickly reverse within a track You will hear sound b 4 Press and hold this button to quickly advance within a track You will hear sound RAND 6 Press this button to hear the tracks in random rather
273. t armed until the SECURITY light goes off 2 16 If a door or the trunk is opened without the key or Remote Keyless Entry transmitter the alarm will go off It will also vo off if the trunk lock is damaged Your vehicle s lamps will flash and the horn will sound for three minutes and then will go off in order to save battery power Remember the theft deterrent system won t activate if you lock the doors with a key or manual door lock It activates only if you use a power door lock switch with a door open or the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter You should also remember that you can start your vehicle with the correct ignition key if the alarm has been set off You must still shut off the alarm by inserting the key in the door lock ar by pressing the UNLOCK burton on the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter Here s how to avoid setting off the alarm by accident i you don t want to activate the thett deterrent system lock the door hy using the door key or the manual door lock switch Always unlock a door with a key or use the Remote Keyless Entry System transmitter Unlocking a door other way will set off the alarm If you set off the alarm by accident unlock any door with your key You can also tum off the alarm by using the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter if you have it The alarm won t stop if you try to unlock a door any other way Testing the Alarm The alarm can be tested by first having the driver s wi
274. t the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child is sitting in rear seat outside position see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides in the Index If the child is so small that the shoulder belt is still very close to the child s face or neck you might want to place the child in the center seat position the one that has only a lap belt Never do this Here a child is sitting in a seat that has lap shoulder belt but the shoulder part is behind the child If the child wears the belt in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The helt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash Safety Belt Extender If the vehicles safety belt will Fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt isn t long enough to fasten your dealer will order you an extender It s free When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you The extender wi
275. te DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 9 15 000 Miles 25 000 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote _ Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary Ennussion Control Service See footnote ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 10 18 000 Miles 30 000 km _ Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote 7 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 21 000 Miles 35 000 km 24 000 Miles 40 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Emission Control Service See footnote L Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote 8 O Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Also see footnote ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE
276. ter every 50 hours of use Your radio may display CLN to indicate that vou have used your tape player for 50 hours without resetting the tape clean timer If this message appears on the display your cassette tape player needs to be cleaned Tt will still play tapes but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to your tapes and player you notice a reduction in sound quality try a known good cassette to see if it is the tape or the tape player at fault If this other cassette has no improvement in sound quality clean the tape player Cleaning may be done with a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which serub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn A scrubbing action cleaning cassette is available through your Buick dealership You may also choose non scrubbing action wet type cleaner which uses a cassette with fabric belt to clean the tape head This type of cleaning cassette nol clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner After you clean the player press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator The radio will display to show the indicator wus reset Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time Always make sure the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully Store them in their original cases or other protective c
277. tes while you re parked to see il the warning stops But then if you still have the warning turn off the engine and get everyone out of fhe vehicle until it cools down You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right away When you decide it s safe to lift the hood here s what vou Il see An electric fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling don t da unvthing else until it cools down A Coolant Recovery Tank B Radiator Pressure Cap Electric Engine Fans tn a un Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Don t touch them If you do you can be burned Don t run the engine if there is a leak If vou run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before vou drive the vehicle The coolant level should be at or above the FULL NOTICE COLD mark If it isn t you may have a leak in the radiator hoses Engine damage from running your engine heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in without coolant isn t covered by your warranty the cooling system If there seems to be no leak with the engine on check to see if the electric engine fans are running If the engine is overheating both fans shoul
278. the delay time The closer to LO the shorter the delay Heavy snow or ice can overload your wiper motor A circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload Keep in mind that damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely To avoid damage be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If your blades do become damaged get new blades or blade inserts Windshield Washer At the top of the turn signal multifunction lever there s a paddle with the word PUSH on it To spray washer fluid on the windshield push the paddle for less than a second The wipers will clear the window and either stop or return to your preset speed For more washer cycles push and hold the paddle In freezing weather don t use your washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision 2 37 Cruise Control If Equipped 5 Dg With cruise control you can T ZI maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40 km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator This can really help on long trips Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph 40 km h When you apply your brakes the cruise control shuts off 2 38 Cruise control can be dangerous where you can t drive safely at a steady speed So don t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy
279. this function is complete To return to the stations you manually set press AUTO SET again Setting the Tone BASS Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to increase or decrease bass TREB Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to increase or decrease treble If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble Push these knobs back into their stored positions when vou re not using them TONE This feature allows you to choose preset bass and treble equalization settings designed for classical pop rock jazz talk and country westem stations CLASS will appear on the display when you first press TONE Euch time you press it another setting wall uppear on the display Press it again after C amp W appears and MANUAL will appear Tone control will return to the BASS and TREB knobs Also if vou use the BASS and TREB knobs control will return to them and MANUAL will appear 3 19 Adjusting the Speakers BAL Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers FADE Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to move the sound to the front or rear speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them Playing a Cassette Tape The longer side with the tape visible sho
280. thoul imourring Hole Canadan Customers All listed prices quoted 11 5 turda Camadun residents abligatan Allow ample time tor ealteery ane 1n make checks payable in US tunis cover Canadian postage add 11 50 plus tha Li B onder processing i NOTES Section 9 Index Air dn dos a 1 19 Armed spe 2 51 How Does it Restrain CE e Ei 1 23 RD E E 2 52 HOW AL PUM Luces a aw mirer AES IUD 1 21 Audio Equipment Adding 23 ECON iia casts n mals 1 21 Audio Steering Wheel Touch Controls 3 33 Bi MEME 1 20 2 60 AGENCE E NE 3 12 ONCE ORTA 1 24 Automatic What Makes EXE Esai 1 22 CNOR EIVE es run Ey bis seed x iara sis d 23 What Will You See After it Inflates 1 23 Shifting Estee eR rege aay ar 2 23 When Should it Inflate 1 22 exerce OR m ox HIZO 2 23 art SRM der ler rae Pct aiv ia 6 14 E 7 40 Air Conditioning PEE CI VESP RP 3 7 Presets Flu zov sy cai ele 6 16 Air Conditioning Refrigerants 6 52 Transaxle Operation TOT Air Control Climate
281. tifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this we certainly hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 321 7300 or write Buick Motor Division Customer Relations Center 02 E Hamilton Avenue Flint MI 48550 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 300 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario LIH Ordering Service and Owner Publications in Canada Service manuals service bulletins owner s manuals and other service literature are available for purchase for all current and past model General Motors vehicles The toll Iree telephone number for ordering information in Canada is 1 800 668 3539 8 9 1997 BUICK SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it in with your check money order or credit card information to Helm Incorporated address below CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1997 BUICK SERVICE MANUALS Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines transmission axle suspension brakes electrical steering body etc RETAIL SELL PRICE 90 00 TRANSMISSION TRANSAXLE TRANSFEH CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures adjustments and specifi
282. tion of the damage 6 41 Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the Tire Loading Information label Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while The tires installed on vour vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec driving lf you mix tires of different sizes or types number on each tire s sidewall When you get new tires radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may not ger ones with that same TPC Spec number That way handle properly and you could have a crash your vehicle will continue to have tres that are designed Using tires of different sizes may also cause to give proper endurance handling speed rating damage to your vehicle Be sure to use the same traction ride and other things during normal service on size and type tires on all wheels your vehicle If your tires have an all season tread design the TPC number will be followed by an MS for mud and snow Its all right to drive with your compact spare though It was developed for use on your vehicle If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires UU Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National
283. tions and illustrations may not be correct Before you do anything turn on the hazard warning Flashers When vou call tell the towing service e That your vehicle can only be towed with certain equipment as described later in this section hat your vehicle has front wheel drive The make model and year of your vehicle e Whether you can still move the shift lever f there was accident what was damaged When the towing service arrives let the tow operator know that this manual contains detailed towing instructions and illustrations The operator may want to see them vehicle can fall from car carrier if it isn t adequately secured This can cause a collision serious personal injury and vehicle damage The vehicle should be tightly secured with chains or steel cables before it is transported Don t use substitutes ropes leather straps canvas webbing etc that can be cut by sharp edges underneath the towed vehicle Always use T hooks inserted in the T hook slots Never use J hooks will damage drivetrain and suspension components To help avoid injury to you or others Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds Never tow with damaged parts not fully secured Never get under your vehicle after it has been lifted by the tow truck Always secure the vehicle on each side with separate safety chains when towing it Never use J h
284. track You will hear sound RAND 6 Press this button to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order Press RAND again to turn off random play RECALL Press this button to see which track is playing Press it again within five seconds to see how long it has been playing To change what is normally shown on the display track or elapsed time press the RECALL button until you see the display you want then hold the RECALL button until the display flashes Press this button to play the radio when a disc is in the player SOURCE Press this button to change to the disc function when the radio is on When a disc is inserted the disc will play until you press AM FM Then the disc will stop playing and the radio will play Press SOURCE again to play a disc again CD PLAY will show on the display Press this button to remove the disc The radio will play you turn off the ignition or radio with a disc in the player it will stay in the player When you turn on the ignition or system the disc will start playing where it stopped if it was the last selected audio source Also as a protection feature if a CD is ejected and left in the player it will be pulled back in the player with the ignition on or off H you leave a compact disc in the player while listening to the radio it may become warm Theft Deterrent Feature is designed to discourage theft of your radio
285. traffic Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning and you could lose control Don t use cruise control on slippery roads If your vehicle is in cruise control when the optional traction control system begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage See Traction Control System in the Index When road conditions allow you to safely use it again you may turn the cruise control back on Setting Cruise Control If you leave vour cruise control switch on when you re not using cruise you might hit a button and go into cruise when vou don t want to You could be startled and even lose control Keep the cruise control switch OFF until you want to use it 1 Move the cruise control switch to ON 2 Get up to the speed you want 3 Push in the SET button at the end of the lever and release it a 1 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This of course shuts off the cruise control But you don t need to reset it Once you re going about 25 mph 40 km h or more you can move the cruise control switch from ON to resume accelerate for about half a second You ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there Remember that if you hold the switch at R A longer t
286. trated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Adding Washer Fluid Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid Fill vour washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it s very cold This allows for expansion if freezing occurs which could damage the tank if it is completely full Don t use radiator antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer svstem and paint 6 24 Brake Fluid 5 GG ait wr it Your brake master cylinder reservoir is here bis Filled with DOT 3 brake fluid There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear When new linings are put in the fluid level goes back up The other reason is that Muid is leaking out of the brake system IH itis you should have vour brake system fixed since a leak means that sooner ar later your brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top atf your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid
287. trunk will unlock when the opened trunk symbol is pressed when the ignition is OFF The trunk symbol will also work when the ignition is on but only while in PARK P Instant Alarm When the button with the hom symbol on the remote kevless entry transmitter pressed the hom will sound and the headlamps and taillamps will flash for up to two minutes This can be turned off by pressing the instant alarm button again or by turning the ignition to ON If your vehicle is equipped with the Universal Theft Deterrent feature vou may also turn off the instant alarm by unlocking the vehicle with a key Resynchronization Il only the instant alarm works the transmitter needs to be resynchronized to the receiver Do this by pressing and holding both the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons for about eight seconds You must be within range of the vehicle Once the transmitter has been resynchronized the horn will chirp and the exterior lamps will flash once The system should now operate properly Security Feedback This feature provides feedback to the driver when the vehicle receives a command from the key transmitter One of the following modes may be selected for each transmitter Mode Security Feedback 0 No feedback when locking or unlocking vehicle No feedback when locking exterior lamps flash when unlocking vehicle 2 Exterior lamps Nash when locking no feedback when unlocking vehicle 3 Exterior lamps flash when locking and
288. uld face to the right If the ignition and the radio are on the tape can he inserted and will begin playing you hear nothing or hear a garbled sound the tape may not be in squarely Press EJECT to remove the tape and start over While the tape is playing use the VOLUME FADE BAL BASS and TREB controls just as you do for the radio Other controls may have different functions when a tape is inserted The display will show an arrow to show which side of the tape is playing If vou want to insert a tape when the ignition or radio is off first press EJECT or RECALL 3 20 Your tape bias is set automatically If E and a number appear on the radio display the tape won t play because of an error e 10 The tape is tight and the player can t turn the tape hubs Remove the tape Hold the tape with the open end down and try to turn the right huh counterclockwise with a pencil Turn the tape over and repeat If the hubs do not turn easilv tape may he damaged and should not be used in the player Try a new tape to make sure your player is working properly e Ell The tape is broken Try a new tape If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected please contact your dealer If your radio displays an error number write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem PREV 1 Press this button to search for the previous selection on the tape Your tape must have at least three seconds
289. unlocking vehicle 4 Exterior lamps flash and horn chirps when lacking feedback when unlocking vehicle 3 Exterior lamps flash and horn chirps when locking exterior lamps flash when unlocking vehicle Feedback will be provided according to the mode that has been selected Vehicles are delivered programmed in Mode 5 To change to another mode Press and hold the driver s power door lock switch 2 Press the opened trunk button on the transmitter The transmitter will remain 1n its current mode 3 Press the opened trunk button again Each time the opened trunk button is pressed the transmitter will advance the next mode 4 Release the power door lock switch Personal Choice Features The following list of features that are available on your LeSabre can be programmed to the driver s preference for each of the key transmitters e Memory Door Locks This feature programs your door locks to automatically lock or unlock when shifting in and out of PARK P Security Feedback This feature provides feedback to the driver when the vehicle receives a command trom the key transmitter Delayed Locking This feature lets the driver delay the actual locking of the vehicle When all doors have been closed the doors will lock automatically after five seconds Perimeter Lighting When the UNLOCK button on the key transmitter is pressed the headlamps parking lamps back up lamps and cornering lamps will tur
290. ure 1 With the ignition on press and hold the driver s power door lock switch All doors will lock t3 Cvcle the headlamp switch four times On the third eyele the doors will lock if the feature 15 now off or will unlock if the feature has been turned on 3 To change modes cycle the headlamp switch once more A locking action will confirm the new mode 4 Release the power door lock switch To turn the feature off repeat the previous procedure 2 7 Rear Door Security Lock Your LeSabre is equipped NI with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers rom opening the rear doors of your vehicle from the inside To use one of these locks Open one of the rear doors 1 3 Move the lever located on the door edge all the way up to the ENGAGED position 3 Close the door 4 Dothe same thing to the other rear door lock The rear doors of your vehicle cannot be opened from the inside when this feature 1s 1n use If you want to open rear door when the security lock is on 1 Unlock the door 2 Then open the door from the outside If vou don t cancel the security lock feature adults or older children who ride in the rear seat won t be ahle to apen the rear door from the inside You should let adults and older children know how these security locks work and how to cancel the locks To cancel the rear door lock 1 Unlock the door from the inside and open the door from the outside
291. uster Don t keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become so hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon as possible and have your One of these lights will tell yeu that there could be a problem with your engine oil pressure If your car has the optional gage cluster you can read your oil pressure directly from the gage on your instrument panel vehicle serviced NOTICE Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty There are three ways this light can come briefly which is normal and doesn t show a problem They are The light comes on when you turn your key to RUM It goes off once vou turn it to START That s just check to be sure the light works If it doesn t be sure to have it fixed so it will be there to warn you if something goes wrong 68 Check Oil Level Light If Equipped The CHECK OIL LEVEL light turns on for three seconds as bulb check each time the ignition key turned to the RUN position If the light doesn t turn on have your vehicle serviced CHECK OIL LEVEL If the engine oil is more than one quart 0 95 L low and the engine has been shut off for at least eight minutes ihe CHECK OIL LEVEL LIGHT will turn on for about one minute and will then remain off until the next time you start the vehicle If the CHECK OIL LEVEL light turns on the e
292. vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years You help to keep the paint finish looking new hy keeping your Buick garaged or covered whenever possible Cleaning Aluminum Wheels If Equipped Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water Rinse with clean water After rinsing thoroughly dry with a soft clean towel A wax then be applied The surface of these wheels 15 similar to the painted surface of your vehicle Don t use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes abrasive cleaners or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface Don t take your vehicle through an automatic vehicle wash that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes These hrushes can also damage the surface of these wheels 6 51 Cleaning Tires To clean your tires use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner NOTICE When applying a tire dressing always take care to wipe off any overspray or splash from all painted surfaces on the body or wheels of the vehicle Petroleum based products may damage the paint finish Sheet Metal Damage If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacem
293. very hot days the system will automatically enter the mode and the temperature door will be positioned at the full cold position for maximum cooling If the system 18 not in the AUTO mode should be selected to provide maximum cooling You can choose the extreme comfort setting of 607 F 16 C but the system will not cool any faster by choosing the extreme comfort setting When the air conditioner is on you may sometimes notice slight changes in your vehicle s engine speed and power This is normal because the system is designed to cycle the compressor and off to keep the desired temperature 3 7 Heating If your vehicle has the electronic touch system on cold days use HTR with the TEMPERATURE lever toward WARM If your vehicle has the Dual Automatic Comfortemp system and on cold days if the AUTO mode is selected the system will automatically direct the air toward the floor and the temperature door will be positioned at the hot position You can choose the extreme comfort setting of 907 F 32 C but the system will not warm up any faster by selecting the extreme comfort setting If the outside temperature is cold the fan will be delayed to avoid blowing cold air Pushing the FAN AIR FLOW or FRONT buttons will override this delay turn off the AUTO mode and change the fan speed With each system outside air will be brought in and sent through the floor outlets The heater works best i
294. w out of the engine fans filler neck reinstall the pressure cap Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this 7 By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base af the filler neck Ifa Tire Goes Flat It s unusual for a tire to blow out while you re driving especially if you maintain your tires properly If air goes of a tire it s much more likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever have a blowout here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire will create drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly Steer to maintain lane position and then gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane A rear blowout particularly on curve acts much like a skid and may require the same correction you d use in skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way vou want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible If a tire goes flat the next part shows how to use your jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely Changing a Flat Tire I
295. way from the bulb base to remove the 6 Push the new bulb straight onto the retainer form the retainer 7 Reverse these steps to replace the bulb assembly Front Turn Signal The front turn signal bulbs can be accessed from under the front of the vehicle Reach up from under the vehicle and while pushing in the tab on the bulb assembly turn assembly counterclockwise and remove Remove the old hulh by pulling it straight out of the retainer Replace the bulb and turn the bulb assembly back into place Cornering Lamps Follow the same procedure as used for replacing the headlamps However to remove the cornering lamp bulb turn the bulb assembly counterclockwise and pull the bulb straight out 6 32 Trunk Mounted Back Up and Taillamps 1 Loosen and remove the eight fasteners four per side that hold the assembly in place The assembly for both sides 18 one piece The entire piece must removed to replace any bulbs 2 Pull out the assembly 3 Push in the tab and turn the bulb assembly counterclockwise to remove it ue mu Util E 4 Remove the old bulb by pulling it straight out Replace the bulb and reverse the steps ro install the new bulb assemhly Rear Turn Signals Open the trunk Pull the carpet away from the rear area to access the turn signal bulb assembly nra Turn the bulb socket one quarter turn counterclockwise while pressing it firmly Pull the bulb socket
296. witch up or down from the outer sun visor 2 53 ode OD Air Outlet Instrument Panel Intensity Control wilight Sentinel Turn Signal Multifunction Lever Tilt Steering Wheel Lever Instrument Cluster Gages Hazard Warning Flasher Switch Audio System Passenger s Side SRS Air Bag Glove Box Chmate Control System Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter Ignition Switch Driver s Side SRS Air Bag and Hom Traction Control Button Trunk Release Button Hood Release d x Instrument Panel Clusters Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how vour vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going how much fuel you re using and many other things you ll need to drive safely and economically Your Buick is equipped with one of these instrument panel clusters which includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages 17 Cy X 20 40 50 50 70 oo 4 ees SAX NA 4 2 ex oe WOLT mau RO c0 40 80 80 100 120 140 160 gt 2 UNLEADED FUEL DALY Fux AMES 21 I B panogi Standard Cluster 2 56 _ 60 E ss V 40 erem 80 UL P 100 WE 280 04 S 90 101 101101 10 2 s i 26 1 1 i 140 e TRIP 1 Plies 205 TUM pozos oM Nagy M
297. y injured Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the steps in this section Ask vour Buick dealer advice and information about towing a trailer with vour vehicle NOTICE Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty To pull a trailer correctly follow the advice in this part and see your Buick dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle Your vehicle can tow a trailer if it is equipped with the proper trailer towing equipment To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling durability and fuel economy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has to used properly That s the reason for this part In it are many time tested important trailering tips and safety rules Many of these are important for your safety and that of your passengers So please read this section carefully before you pull a trailer Load pulling components such as the engine transaxle wheel assemblies and tires are forced to work harder against the drag of the added weight The engine ts required to operate at relatively higher speeds and under greater loads generating extra heat What s more
298. y speed Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway 4 11 Steering Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking For example you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you You can avoid these problems by braking if you can stop in time But sometimes you can t there isn t room That s the time for evasive action steering around the prohlem Your Buick can perform very well in emergencies like these First apply your brakes See Braking in Emergencies earlier in this section It is better to remove as much speed as you from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available 4 12 An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand But you have to act fast steer quickly and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the object The fact that such emergency situations are always possible is a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find sometime that vour rig
299. your compact spare Using them can damage your vehicle and can damage the chains too Don t use tire chains on your compact spare 1 q If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or 5now What vou don t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels too fast The method known as rocking can help you get out when you re stuck but you must use caution If vou let your tires spin at high speed thev can explode and you or others could be injured And the transaxle or other parts of the vehicle can overheat That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage When you re stuck spin the wheels as little as possible Don t spin the wheels above 35 mph 55 km h as shown on the speedometer NOTICE Spinning vour wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth you can destroy your transaxle For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains in the Index Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels If your vehicle has traction control you should turn the system off See Traction Control System in the Index Then shift back and forth between REVERSE and a forward gear spinning the wheels as little as possible Release the accelerator pedal while you shift and press lightly on the acceler

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