Park Avenue
The 1994 Buick Park Avenue Owner's Manual Litho in USA Part No.
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innovator. Buick engineers developed the “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. outletsand salespeople as the nucleus of a giant distribution system. He knew the Buick as a “self-seller”. If automobiles couldbe this good, he thought, maybe it was time to switchfrom the horse and buggy business to automobiles.
Durant also created a racing team that won 500 racing trophies in 1909 and 1910, including successes at 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-NewYork race in 1906. 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.
In World War 11, 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 in 1949. . ,. 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 era. . ...,. ..
/ 962 Buick Special Ed Mertz, GeneralManager, Buick Motor Division. 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. Our mission is simple: Buicks are, and will continue to be,premium American motorcars with smooth power, high performance, rich detail and comfortable accommodation.
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Table of Contents ................................................................ 10 This part tells you how to use your manual and includes safety and vehicle damage warnings and symbols. Seats and Restraint Systems ............................................................. 13 This part tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. It also explainsthe “SRS” system. FeaturesandControls ..................................................................
How to Use This Manual Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. This 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. Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book.
Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: NOTICE: 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 couldbe 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.
For example, these symbols are used on an original battery: CAUTION POSSIBLE INJURY A These symbols are important for you and your passengers whenever your vehicle is driven: DOOR LOCK UNLOCK PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING FASTEN CAUSTIC POWER WINDOW AVOID SPARKS OR FLAMES 12 w WINoSHIELD WIPER 4 WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER SEAT HAZARD WARNING FLASHER HIGH BEAM OR ,111, FOG LAMPS A -0 = $0 FUSE These symbols are on some of your controls: BELTS BURNS SPARK OR FLAME COULD EXPLODE BATTERY These symb
@ Part 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seatsin your Buick. and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things you should not do with safety belts . Part 1 includes: SeatsandSeatControls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . HeadRestraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats -- how to adjust them, and also aboutmemory seats, reclining seatbacks and head restraints. Power Seat . .. , .... . . , Manual Seat Front Control (F): Raise the front of the seat by pushing on the left side of the switch. Push on the right side of the switch to lower the front of the seat. Move the lever under the front seat to unlock it. Slide the seat to where you want it.
Memory Seat and Mirrors (Option) If your Buick has this option, the control looks like this: 2. Press the SET button, and then one of the two memory buttons within 5 seconds. You will hear one beep when you press the set button, and two beeps when you press the memory button to confirm that the mirror and seat positions are entered in memory. Now it’s set. When your Buick is in PARK with the ignition ON, push the memory button you just set and the seat and mirrors will go to where you’ve just set them.
Reclining Front Seatback(s) To adjust theseatback, lift thelever on the outer side of the seat. Release thelever to lock the seatback where you want it. Pull up on thelever and the seatwill go to its upright position. If you have thepower recline option, it works vith the switch on the side df the seat. Push it back to recline theseat, push it forward to return the meatback to the up position. But don’t have aseatback reclined if your vehicle is moving.
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Heated Seat (Option) Head Restraints If your vehicle has this option, push the switch on the side of the driver’s seat forward and the driver’s seat will start to warm up. The light on top of the switch will turn orange for low or red for high. Push the switch rearward to stop the seat from warming. Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash.
Safety Belts: They’re For Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. And it explains the Supplemental Restraint System, or “air bag” system. - Thisfigure lights up as a reminder to buckle up. (See “Safety Belt Reminder Light” in the Index.) In many states and Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work. You never know if you’ll be in a crash.
Why Safety Belts Work After more than 25 years of safety belts in vehicles, the facts are clear. In most crashes buckling up does matter ... a lot! When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. I For example, if the bike is going 10 mph (16 km/h), so is the child.
I When the bike hits the block, it stops. But the child keeps going! Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it's just a seat on wheels.
p= ’:\ , Put someone on it. 22 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop.
. . I -> ..... . The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield 4 rl or the instrument panel ... ...
Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts -- and the Answers Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m wearing a safety belt? A: &: A: 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. 24 You could be -- whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not.
@ If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an accident -- even one that isn’t your fault -- you and your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver doesn’t protect you from things beyond your control, such asbad 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 kmh). Safetv belts are for everyone.
How To Wear Safety Belts Properly Driver Position Adults This section describes the driver’s restraint system This section 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 smallerchildren and babies. If a child will be riding in your Buick, see the section after this one, called “Children.” Follow those rules for everyone’s protection. First, you’ll want to know which restraint systems your vehicle has.
r Lap-Shoulder Belt ’ The driver has a lap-shoulderbelt. Here’s how to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat (to see how, see “Seats” in the Index) so you can sit up straight. 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see“Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section.
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster The lappart 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 slideunder the lap belt.If you slid under it, the belt would apply force atyour abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over theshoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able totake belt restraining forces.
1 L 1 i To move it up or down, squeezethe release handle. When you release the handle, try to move it down a little to make sure it has locked into position. You can move the adjuster up from a lower position by pushing the bottom of the release handle. Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is properly positioned on your shoulder, away from your face and neck.
@ What’s wrong with this? I I A: 30 I I I I I I I I I I The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way.
Q."What's wrong with this? A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.
@ What's wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times.
@ What’s wrong with this? 1 A: I I I I I The belt is twisted across the body.
To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt shouldgo back out of the way. Supplemental Restraint System (Air Bags) This section explains the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), or “airbag,” system. Your Buick has an air bag for the driverand for the right-frontpassenger. Here’s the most important thing to know: Before you close thedoor, be sure thebelt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle.
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How The Air BagSystem Works Air Bag Readiness Light There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows INFLATABLE RESTRAINT. The system checks for electrical malfunctions, and the light tells you if there is a problem. INFL. REST. A. ... .. ! E 1 You will see this light flash for a few seconds when you turn your ignition to “Run” or“Start.” Then the light should go out, which means the system is ready.
When is an air bag expected to inflate? The air bag is designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. The airbag will only inflate if the velocity of the impact is above the designed threshold level. When impacting straight into a wall that does not move or deform, the threshold level for most GM vehicles is between 9 and 15 mph (14 and 23 km/h). However, this velocity threshold depends on the vehicle design and may be several miles-per-hour faster or slower.
In any particular crash, the determination of whether the air bag should have inflated cannot be based solely on the level of damage onthe vehicle(s). Inflation is determined by the angle of the impact and the vehicle’s deceleration, of which vehicle damage is only one indication. Repair cost is not a good indicator of whether an air bag should have deployed.
What will you see after an airbag inflation? After the air bag has inflated, it will then quickly deflate. This occursso quickly that some people may not even realize that the air bag inflated. Some components of the air bag module in the steering wheel hub for the driver’s airbag or the instrument panel for the passenger’s bag may be hot for a short time, but the portion of the bag that comes into contact with you will not be hot to the touch.
Is the smoke from an airbag inflation harmful? The particles emitted during airbag inflation are not harmful to most people. Some people with respiratory ailments may experience difficulty breathing if they stay in the vehicle with the windows closed after air bag inflation. So, if your air bag inflates, you and any passengers should exit the vehicle if and when it is safe to do so.
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. A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible throughout thepregnancy. The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash.
If your vehicle has a center passengerposition, be sure to use the correctbuckle 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 for the center passenger position. Lap Belt Center Passenger Position f 1 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. Kear Seat Passengers It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash. And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts.
Lap-Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap-shoulder belts. Here’s how to wear one properly. 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. 2. Push the latch plate into the buckleuntil it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. When the lap belt is pulled out all theway, it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way and start again. If the belt is not long enough,see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section.
The lappart of the belt should be worn low and snugon the hips, just touching the thighs.In a crash,this applies force to the strongpelvic 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.
Children Everyone ina vehicle needs protection! That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size. In fact, the lawin every state in the United States andin every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.
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Child Restraints Be sure to follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both. These restraints use the belt system 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 dothat.
Top Strap Wherever you 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. If your child restraint has a 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.
For cars first sold in Canada, child restraints with a top strap must be anchored according to Canadian Law. You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier section about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Your dealer can obtain the hardware kit and install it for you, or you may install it yourself using the instructions provided in the kit. 1. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. Use the tether hardware kit available from the dealer.
4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock.
L 6. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. .. I 52 I a 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure.
To remove thechild restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all theway. The safetybelt will move freely again andbe ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat Position When you secure achild restraint in a center seating position, you’llbe using the lapbelt.
See tne earlier section about the top strap if the child restraint has one. 1. Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt. 4. Run the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. A 1 2. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 5. Buckle the belt.
7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. If the child restraint isn’t secure, turn the latch plate over and buckle it again. Then see if it is 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. It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger.
If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child's face or neck, put it behind the child restraint. 5. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 56 6. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock.
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 go 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 Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat. But they need to use the safety belts properly. 0 Children who aren't buckled up can be thrown out in a crash. 0 Children who aren't buckled up can strike other people who are. Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle's safety belts.
&: A: What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but 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 shoulderbelt still is on the child’s shoulder, so that in a crash thechild’s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide.
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Safety Belt Extender Checking Your Restraint Systems If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. Now and then, make sure all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, anchorages and reminder systems are working properly. Look for any loose parts or damage. If you see anything that might keep a restraint system from doing its job, have it repaired. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender. It’s free.
Replacing Safety Belts After a Crash &.' What's wrong with this? 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, asthey would be if worn during a 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.
Part 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your 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 . Part 2 includes: Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 DoorLocks . . . . .
Keys /d CAUTION: Leaving young childrenin a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons.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 a vehicle with young children. 64 n keys are for The ignitio~ the i gnition only. The door keys are for the doors and all other locks.
When a new Park Avenue is delivered, the dealer removes the plugs from the keys, and gives them to the first owner. However, if the ignition key does not have a plug, there may be a bar-coded key tag instead. Each plug has a code on it that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys. Keep the plugs in a safe place. If you lose your keys, you’ll be able to have new ones made easily using these plugs.
There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle: From the outside: use your door key. 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. 66 From the inside: to lock the door, move the lock control on the door down.
Power Door Locks Push a power door lock switch to lock or unlock all of the doors. You can program the automatic door lock feature to allow the doors to remain locked after you shift into “P” (Park). To program the automatic door locks: 1. Close your doors and turn.the ignition ON. 2. Keep your foot on the brake pedal. 3. Press and hold the driver’s power door lock switch. 4. Move your shift lever out of “P” (Park), then move the shift lever back into “P” (Park). 5. Release the lock switch.
To reprogram the door locks to lock and unlock when you shift in and out of “ P ’ (Park) do the following: Trunk I. Close your doors and turn the ignition ON. Remote Trunk Release 2. Keep your foot on the brake pedal. 3. Press and hold the driver’s power door unlock switch. 4. Move the shift lever out of “P” (Park), then move the shift lever back into “P” (Park). 5. Release the unlock switch.
:. . . The TRUNK button is on Automatic Pull-Down Feature (Option) If you have this feature, it pulls the trunk lid closed. This allows you to gently push the trunk lid down and the pull-down feature then secures it completely. 1 NOTICE: Do not slam your trunk lid down if you have the pull-down feature. If you do, you may damage the pull-down system.
Remote Keyless Entry System (Option) If your Buick has this option, you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the key chain transmitter supplied with your vehicle. Your Remote Keyless Entry System operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules.
This device complieswith Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: ( 1) This devicemay not cause harmful interference, and (2) This devicemust accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Should interference to this system occur, try this: Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary. See the instructions on battery replacement. Check the distance. You may be too far from your vehicle.
You can match a transmitter to as many different vehicles as you own, provided they are equippedwith exactly the samemodel system. (General Motors offers several different models of these systems on their vehicles.) Each vehicle can haveonly two transmitters matched to it. 3. Use a jumper wire with alligator clips atboth ends to ground (Terminal 4) to program (Terminal 8). To match a transmitter, use the following instructions. 4.
To replace the batteries: Battery Replacement Under normal use, the batteries in your key chain transmitter should last about two years. You can tell the batteries are 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 batteries. 1. Remove the screw from the back cover. 2. Lift off the front cover, bottom half first.
Rear Door Security Lock 1. Unlock the door from the inside. Your Buick is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors of your car from the inside. To use one of these locks: 2. Then open the door from the outside. If you don’t cancel the security lock feature, adults or older children who ride in the rear won’t be able to open the rear door from the inside.
Illuminated Entry System (Option) With this option, when you push the door handle button, a light around the door lock will come on for about 25 seconds. 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.
Parking Lots If you 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 leaveyour ignition key? What if you have to leave something valuable in your vehicle? 1. Put your valuables in a storage area, like your trunk or glovebox. 2. Lock the glove box. 3. Lock all the doors except thedriver’s. 4. Then t&e the doorkey with you. Universal Theft Deterrent (Option) If your Buick has this option,it has a theft deterrent alarm system.
If you set off the alarm by accident, unlock any door with your key. PASS-Key@II You can also turn off the alarm by using the Keyless Entry System, if you have it. The alarm won’t stop if you try to unlock a door any other way. How to Test The Alarm The alarm can be tested by first having the driver’s window down. Activate the system by locking the doors with the power door lock switch or the Remote Keyless Entry System. Get out of the car and close the door and wait for the SECURITYlight to go out.
When the PASS-Key% 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.
New Vehicle “Break-In” Ignition Key Positions Your square-headed key operates your ignition lock. NOTICE: Your modern Buick doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: 1. Don’t drive at any one speed fast or slow for thefirst 500 miles (804 km). Don’t make full-throttle starts. 2. Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles (322km) or so. During thistime your new brakelinings aren’t yet broken in.
(C) Off: This position lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel. It doesn’t lock the steering wheel like Lock. Use “Off’ if you must have your car in motion while the engine is off. (D) Run: This is the position for driving. (E) Start: This key position starts your engine.
Retained Accessory Power (Option) After the ignition is turned off, and before any door is opened, the following systems will work for ten minutes: 0 Power Windows 0 Radio Optional Astroroof Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to “P” (Park) or“N” (Neutral). Your engine won’t start in any other position -- that’s a safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving, use “N” (Neutral) only. NOTICE: Don’t try to shift to “P” (Park) if your Buickis moving.
3. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in “Start” for about three seconds. If the car starts briefly but then stops again, dothe 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.
Automatic Transaxle NOTICE: After you’ve used the coolant heater, be sure to store the cordas it was before to keepit 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 weather, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact a Buick dealer in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle.
the shift lever all the way into “ P ’ (Park) as you maintain brake application. Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish. See “Shifting Out of ‘P’ (Park)” in this part. R (Reverse) Use this gear to back up. NOTICE: Shifting to “R” (Reverse) while your vehicleis moving forward could damage your transaxle. Shift to “R” only after your vehicle is stopped.
- Going less than about35 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. D or 3 (Third Gear) This is like@, but you never go into Overdrive. Here are sometimes you might choose “D or 3 ” instead of @: NOTICE: Damage to your transaxle caused by shifting out of “P” (Park) or “N” (Neutral) with the engine racing isn’t covered by your warranty.
NOTICE: Don’t drive in “2” (Second Gear) for more than 5 miles (8 km), or atspeeds over55 mph (88 km/h), or youcan damageyour transaxle. Use“@” or “@ or 3” as much aspossible. Don’t shift into“2” unless youare going slower than 65 mph (105 km/h), or youcan damage your engine. 1 (First Gear) This position givesyou even morepower (but lower fuel economy) than“2.” You can useit on very steep hills, orin deep snow or mud.
Parking Brake To set the parking brake: Hold the regularbrake pedal down with your right foot. Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on. The parking brake uses the brakes on the rear wheels. To release the parking brake: This vehicle has a push to release parking brake pedal. Hold the regular brake pedal down and push the parking brake pedal with your left foot. This will unlock the pedal.
Shifting Into 6 6P7 9 (Park) 2. Move the shift lever into “ P ’ (Park) position like this: 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. 0 88 Pull the lever toward you.
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running Move the lever up as far as it will go. 3. Move the ignition key to “Lock.” 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can walk away from your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in “P” (Park). If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle is in “P” (Park)and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it.
Torque Lock Shifting Out of 6 6P9 9 (Park) If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your Your h i c k has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to fully apply your regular brake before you can shift from “ P ’ (Park) when the ignition is in the “Run” position. See “Automatic Transaxle” in the Index. transaxle into “ P ’ (Park) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of “P’ (Park).
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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. Follow the propersteps to be sure your vehicle won’t move. See “Shifting Into ‘P’ (Park)” in the Index. If you are parkingon a hill and if you’re pulling a trailer, also see“Towing a Trailer” in the Index.
Power Windows driver can still control all the windows with the switch in the locked position. Push UNLOCK to allow your passengers to use their window switches again. Horn To sound the horn, press a pad with the horn symbol on either side of the steering wheel. Tilt Wheel A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. Your power window controls are on the armrest. The switch for the driver’s window has an express-down feature.
The Turn SignallHeadlight Beam Lever Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator I The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your: 0 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator 0 Headlight High-Low Beam & Passing Signal 0 Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Cruise Control 94 ' 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 a turn, move the lever all the way up or down.
A green arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn If you have a trailer towing option with added wiring for the trailer lights, a different turn signal flasher is used. With this flasher installed, the signal indicator will flash even if a turn signal bulb is burned out. Check the front and rear turn signal lights regularly to make sure they are working. Operation of Lights To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever until the green arrow starts to flash.
Headlight High-Low Beam BRIGHT To change the headlights from low beam to high or high to low, pull the turn signal lever toward you. Then release it. When the high beams are on, this blue light on the instrument panel also will be on. Windshield Wipers You control the windshield wipers by turning 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.
Windshield Washer At the topof the multifunction leverthere’s a paddle with the word “PUSH” on it. To spray washer fluid on the windshield, push the paddle for less than second. a The washer will spray several times, then stop. Unless they are already turnedon, the wiperswill operate at off. low speed for several sweeps, then turn Driving without washer fluid can be dangerous. A bad mud splash can blockyour vision. You could hit another vehicle orgo off the road. Checkyour washer fluid level often.
NOTICE: 0 0 98 When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. 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 washerfluid. Fill your washer fluid tank only 3/4 full when it’s very cold. This allows for expansion, which coulddamage the tankif it is completely full.
2. Get up to the speed you want. 3. Push in the set button at To Set Cruise Control 1. Move the Cruise Control switch to “ON.” the end of.the lever and release it. (The “CRUISE’ light on the instrument panel will come on.) 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.
To Resume 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 “,/A” (Resume/Accelerate) for about half a second. You’ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there.
Here’s the second way to go to a higher speed: 1. Move the Cruise switch from “ON” to “Resume/Accelerate.” Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want, and then release the switch. 2. To increase your speed in very small amounts, move the switch to ‘bResume/Accelerate”for less than half a second and then release it. Each time you do this, your vehicle will go about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) faster.
Passing Another VehicleWhile Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow down to the Cruise Control speed you set earlier. 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.
To Erase Speed Memory When you turn off the Cruise Control or the ignition, or shift into “P” (Park),your Cruise Control set speed memory is erased. Press the PARK switch to turn the parking lights on. Press it again to turn them off. (If the parking lights were turned on with the PARK switch, they must be turned off with that switch).
Courtesy Lights When any door is opened, several lights go on. They make it easy for you to enter and leave the car. You also can turn these lights on by sliding the panel lights lever to INT (interior). Time Out Feature If you move the control all the way to MAX, your lights will remain on for three minutes after you turn off your engine. If you move the control almost all the way in the other direction, so it’s just on, the lights will go off quickly when you turn off your engine.
Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only) The Canadian Federal Government has decided that “Daytime Running Lights” (DRL) are auseful feature, in that DRL can make your vehicle more visible to pedestrians and other drivers during daylighthours. DRL are required on new vehicles sold in Canada. Your DRL works with a light sensor on top of the instrument panel. Don’t cover it up.
Rear Seat Reading Lights Front seat reading lights are turned on by pressing the LAMP switch. 106 You may also have reading lights in the rear seat.
Lamp Monitors (Option) Bulbs Monitored Indicator Bulbs Monitored High Beam Both Headlight High Beams Low Beam Both Headlight Low Beams Left Turn 1 Front Left Turn/Park 2 Rear Left Turn/Stop Right Turn 1 Front Right Turnpark 2 Rear Right Turn/Stop This system will let you know when certain exterior light bulbs fail. When you start your car all eight lights come on briefly to show that the system is working.
Mirrors Manual Inside Mirror The mirror mount is designed to detach during airbag deployment. Excessive force and/or excessive up, down, side-to-side adjustment can cause the mirror to detach from the windshield. If this occurs, re-install the mirror according to this procedure. 1. Center the bottom of the mirror mount against the windshield at the top of the button. 2. Slide the mount onto the button keeping the mount parallel to the windshield. 3.
Automatic Inside Mirror Automatic Mirror Settings There is an automatic and an off position. When the button on the bottom of the mirror is pressed up and has a green halo, the mirror is on automatic.Press again to turn off. Time Delay The mirror delays before changingfrom the night to the day position. This delayprevents rapid changing of the mirror as you drive under lights and through traffic. Reverse Gear Day Mode Your Buick may have an automatic insidemirror.
Front Reading Lights Outside Mirrors There are two reading lights located on the rearview mirror. Push the switch closest to the light to turn it on or off. Remote Mirror Control Cleaning Photocells Your Buick has an electric mirror control located on the driver’s door. Use a cotton swab and glass cleaner to clean the two photocells that make the mirror work. Move the switch in the middle of the control to choose the right or left mirror.
Heated Outside Rearview Mirror (Option) Convenience Net (Option) If you have this option, the left outside mirror is heated when you activate the rear window defogger. Convex Outside Mirror Your right side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat. Your vehicle may have a convenience net. You’ll see it just inside the back wall of the trunk. Put small loads, like grocery bags, behind the net.
. Astroroof (Option) If you have the Astroroof option, the switch is on the roof between the sun visors. It will open the astroroof when in Retained Accessory Power or when the ignition is ON. To fully open the glass panel and sunshade, press the switch rearward and release. To stop the panel in a partially open position, press the switch again at the desired point. To continue to open fully, press the switch rearward. again and release. The sunshade can be opened manually.
Pin Length Model Chamberlain 50 53 54LM EZ-Lift 1089 3089 Genie AT-35A AT-85/AT-95 AT-90 MAT 85/90 Moore-0-Matic DT DT2 Ladybug (MIN) Sears 652030 53706/53707 53708153718 53738’ Stanley 1047 1050 1052 1075 1077 1079 Tru-Guard 50TV 54TV A B Hole Location 1 4 - C X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X - 2. Next, carefully pry the panel out of the slots in the cover to disassemble the panel and lever. X X 1.
3. Now install the selected pin into the specified hole on the lever as indicated from the chart. 5. Remove the backing from the adhesive strips on the panel and place your garage door opener on the panel. 6. If the adhesive strips won't hold your opener in place, tie down loops may be used. 7. Place the tabs from the panel into the slots on the cover so that pivots are positioned as shown. 4.
Electronic Level Control This feature keeps the rear of your car level as the load changes. It is automatic - you don't need to adjust anything. - Storage Armrest 8. Snap the panel with your garage door opener. into the cover. If your garage door opener doesn't work after it is installed, another pin and hole combination will have to be tried. If the opener doesn't shut off after the lever is released, the pin will have to be filed down.
the cover closed. There is also a removeable coin holder, cassette tape and compact disc storage area. Dual Sun Visors Assist Handles Each sun visor has two parts, so that both the windshield and door glass can be shaded at the same time. A folding handle over each rear door and the front passenger’s door can be used to help you get in or out of your Buick.
Visor Vanity Mirror (Option) Rear License Plate Holder To use it, open the trunk lid and slide your license plate into the slot. Always close the trunk to prevent theft of the plate. Ashtrays This mirror is on the larger of the passenger’s sun visors. It may also be on the larger of the driver’s sun visors. When you open it by moving this latch, the lights turn on. The brightness of the lights can be adjusted by sliding this switch.
Cigarette Lighter It’s near the ashtray.To use one, push it in all the way and let go. When it’s ready, it will pop back by itself. I NOTICE: If you holda cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating, 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. The rear ashtrays mayalso be removed for cleaning. I NOTICE: Don’t put papers or other flammable things into your ashtrays.
The Instrument Panel: Your Information System I Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the U.S.) or kilometers (used in Canada). Your Buick has a “tamper-resistant odometer.’’If you can see very noticeable bright silver lines between the numbers, probably someone has tried to turn it back. The numbers may not be true.
Trip Odometer A trip odometer can tell how far you've driven since you last set it back to zero. To reset it, push the button. R N ''. 7 I I ...A# Warning lights go on when there may be or is a 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 turn the ignition key just to let you know they're working. If you are familiar with this section, you should not be alarmed when this happens.
Fuel Gage 0 At the gas station, the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads “F’. 0 It takes more (or less) gas to fill up than the gage indicated. For example, the gage may have indicated 1/2 full, but it took more (or less) than half of the tank’s capacity to fill it. 0 The gage moves a little when you turn a corner, speed up, or stop your vehicle. 0 When you turn the engine off, the gage doesn’t go all the way back to “E”.
Brake System Warning Light If the light and chime come on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the floor. It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service. (See“Towing Your Car” in the Index.) BRAKE 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.
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ANT‘ LOCK (a) have anti-lock brakes and there’s a problem with your regular brakes. See “Brake System Warning Light” earlier in this part. Traction Control System Warning Light (Option) ANTI LOCK J With anti-lock,this light will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds. That’s normal. If the light doesn’t come on, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem.
If the “TRACTION OFF” warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time, your vehicle needs service. Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light TEMP This light tells you that yourengine coolant has overheated or 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.
Low Coolant Warning Light COOLANT LOW Engine Oil Pressure Light and Gage When this light comes on, the cooling system is low on coolant. As a bulb check, it will come on when the ignition in the RUN position and then go W OIL Off. If the coolant levelis low, the light will come back on and a warning chime will sound. If this happens, see “Engine Coolant’’ in the Index for proper cooling system fill.
If you’re “idling” at a stop sign, the light may blink on and then off. “Check Oil Level” Light (Option) If you make a hard stop, the light may come on for a moment. When this light comes on and stays on, it means oil isn’t going through your engine properly, You could be low on oil, or you might have some other oil problem. CHECK OIL LEVEL The “Check Oil Level” light is lit for three seconds as a bulb check each time the ignition key is turned to the RUN position.
“Change Oil Soon” Light (Option) CHANGE OIL SOON This light isactivated by the engine oil life monitor system. The system determines the conditionof the engine oil and lets you know when the oil should be changed. (See “Engine Oil” in the Index). of the oil life has been used and each time the engine is started after that. If the “Change Oil Soon” light ison continuously, there is a problemwith the Oil Life Monitor System and service required. is After changing the engine oil,the system should be reset.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light) SERVICE ENGINE SOON SERVICE ENGINE SOON NOTICE: If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after a while the emission controls won’t work as well, your fuel economy won’t be as good and your engine may not runas smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty. Battery Light A computer monitors operation of your fuel, ignition and emission control systems.
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 your air system to OFF. Tachometer Voltage Indicator If you have the optional gage cluster, this gage shows voltage in the electrical system. The normal range is 11 to 15 volts. If the reading stays outside the normal range, have your Buick dealer check the electrical system. The tachometer tells you how fast the engine is running.
Door Ajar Light (Option) DOOR AJAR 130 When the ignition is ON, this light will stay on until all the doors are closed and completely latched. Trunk Ajar Light (Option) TRUNK AJAR If this light stays on with the ignition ON, it means that the trunk lid is open or not completely latched.
@ Part 3 ComfortControlsand Audio Systems In this part you’ll find out how to operate thecomfort control systems and audio systems offered with your Buick . Be sure toread about the particular system supplied with your vehicle . Part 3 includes: Comfort Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 Heater and Defroster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Your Buick Comfort Control System Rear Passenger ComforTemp (Option) This part tellsyou how to make your air systemwork for you. The Comfort Control System uses the new ozone friendlyR 134a refrigerant. Fresh air from outside your vehicle flows throughyour Buick when the car is moving. When the vehicle is not moving, you can get outside air to flow through by selecting anyupper buttons (exceptthe rear window defogger) and theHI fan speed.
If your Buick has the Dual Automatic ComforTemp Climate Control option, it looks like this: The air conditioning compressor operates when the outside temperature is above 45°F (7°C). Besides cooling, this is used to dehumidify and filter the air. The compressor works when AUTO, HTR, DEFOG or defrost is selected. Ext Temp Push this button and the display will indicate the outside temperature (unless the system is OFF). Push it again to return to the regular system display.
CoollWarm Off To adjust the temperature to a comfortable level, push either COOL or WARM. When the system is OFF, the ventilation system will allow air to flow through your Buick when the vehicle is moving. You can choose a temperature between 60 OF ( 16 C) for maximum cooling, and 90" F (33°C) for maximum heating. It is not necessary to choose the extreme temperature to get the system to heat or cool at the maximum. The system does it automatically.
Auto AUTO is used when you want the system to adjust automatically to changes in temperature. When the system is set for automatic, air will come from the floor outlets, the instrument panel outlets or windshield outlets. To find your comfort zone, start with 75 AUTO, give the car about 20 minutes to stabilize,and adjust the temperature setting if necessary. In cold weather the system will delay turning on the fan, to avoid blowing cold air.
- Dual Zone The frontseat passenger can control the air temperature in their seating area. This control can be up to 5°F cooler or warmer than the primary setting. The control is on the passenger's door. Press the DUAL ZONE button. Adjust the temperature using the passengers COOLWARM settings. Both DUAL ZONE and AUTO buttons will light up. 136 The right front seat passenger can also activate the DUAL ZONE function by pressing the WARM or COOL buttons on the passenger door.
If you want the blower fan to run at a lower speed, push the LO button. The blower speed will decrease with every push of the button until the lowest speed is reached. If you want to raise the blower speed, push HI. The blower speed will increase with every push of the button until maximum speed is reached. Econ You can use ECON when you don’t need to cool the outside air. The system will work like the AUTO mode without cooling. The air flow will come from the instrument panel outlets.
Defog Defrost When the outside temperature is mild, use DEFOG to keep fog off the I windshield. Air entering the vehicle will be evenly split between the floor outlets and the outlets near the windshield. The blower speed will be controlled automatically, or you can choose another fan speed by pushing the HI or LO buttons. 138 This setting directs most of the air flow toward the windshield. Use DEFROST when there is fog or ice on the windshield.
Rear Window Defogger The lines you see on the rear window will warm the glass. Press the button to start warming your window. NOTICE: Scraping the insideof your rear window could cut and damage the heater.Your warranty would not cover this damage. Don’t put decals there, you might have to scrape themoff. If your Buick has the Electronic Touch Climate Control System, the following information tells you how it works.
Fan Speeds Air Conditioner The fan control is used to select the speed of the blower fan. There are four speeds to choose from. Moving the lever to the right or left will increase or decrease the fan speed. The fan will be off when the system is off. The next three selections cool the air. The air conditioner won’t work well unless all the windows are closed. On very hot days, open the windows long enough to let the hot inside air out.
Max Vent This setting provides maximum cooling with the least amount of work. MAX recirculates much of the air inside your vehicle so it maximizes your air conditioner’s performanceand fuel economy. Air is directed through the instrument panel outlets. For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed, use the VENT setting. Air will flow through the instrument panel outlets. ,Usethe air outlets to turn on, adjust and turn off the air flow.
When the outside temperature is mild, use Defog to keep the fog off the windshield. After 10 minutes, it will go off by itself, or pressing the button again during the heating cycle will shut it off. If you need additional warming time, push the button again. Air entering the vehicle will be evenly split between the floor outlets and the outlets near the windshield. You can control the temperature of the air and the fan speed to clear the foggy windows.
Audio Systems AM Stereo Your Delco@ audiosystem has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure. You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you ac uaint yourself with it first. Find out what your Delco7 3 system can do and how to operate allits controls, to be sure you’re getting the most out of the advanced engineeringthat went into it. This means the Delco@system can receive C-QUAM@ stereo broadcasts.
NOTICE: Before you add any sound equipment to your mobile vehicle like a tape player, CB radio, telephone or two-way radio be sure you can add what you want. If youcan, it’s very important to do it properly. Addedsound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s engine, Delco@radio orother systems, and even damage them. And,your vehicle’s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added improperly.
It allows you to hear the other side of a tape. (Press the knob while a cassette is playing.) When the radio is playing, with the time displayed, it can tell you the frequency (push the knob). Pushbuttons The four pushbuttons let you return to favorite stations. You can set the pushbuttons for up to fourteen stations (7 AM and 7 FM). Balance Tune in the desired station. The BAL control behind the upper knob allows you to balance the sound between the right and left speakers. Press the SET pushbutton.
Clock To Play A Cassette To set the clock: Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player. 0 Press the SET button. 0 Within 5 seconds, press and hold SCAN until the correct hour appears on the display. 0 Press and hold SEEK until the correct minute appears on the display. Treble Slide the TREBLE lever up to increase the treble response.
Reverse To rapidly reverse the tape, press 4 and the tape will rapidly go backward until you press the b button or STOP-EJECT lightly. Program To go from one side of the tape to the other, press the RCL-PROG (upper knob). Note the lighted arrows next to the b and 4. Stop-Eject To remove or stop the tape and change to radio, press the STOP-EJECT button. To Play This Radio Power To turn the radio on, press the PWR button.
The Upper Knob Fade The upper knob does these things: The control behind the lower knob moves the sound between your front and rear speakers. Notice the display arrows to see how FADE is set. 0 0 It controls the volume. The volume knob increases and decreases volume when it is held slightly rotated against the spring load. It allows you to mute the radio or tape play. Press to mute; press again to listen. Balance Recall Push RCL to display the time when the ignition is off.
Pushbuttons Treble The five pushbuttons let you return to favorite stations. You can set the pushbuttons for up to fifteen stations ( 5 AM and 10 FM). Adjust the treble response up or down. If the station is weak or noisy, adjust the treble down to reduce the noise. Tune in the desired station. Push the SET button. Within 5 seconds, push one of the five pushbuttons. SET will disappear from the display when the station is set. Bass Adjust the bass response up or down.
Program Previous To go from one side of the tape to the other, press the To hear a passage on the tape that has just played, press PROG button. The PROG button will also stopREV, FWD, PREV or NEXT and play the tape. PREV and the tape will back up and stop, at either the first 4-second quiet spot in the tape, or when you press PROG or PREV again. Cr02 Next This button sets the tape bias. When playing high bias chrome or metal tapes marked Cr02, press the button to turn on the Cr02.
0 It allows you to mute the radio or CD player. Press to mute; press again to listen. Balance The control behind the upper knob allows you to balance the sound between the right and left speakers. Notice the display arrow to seewhere the balance is set. The Lower Knob To Play This Radio Power To turn on the radio, press the PWR button. The Upper Knob The upper knob does these things: Turn the lower knob to tune radio stations.
Recall When the ignition is off, push RCL to display the time. With the radio on, and the time displayed, push RCL to see the frequency. Seek 4 or b Whenever you press that button, the preset station will return. Clock To set the clock: 0 Press the SET pushbutton. Pressing the SEEK 4 or b will cause the receiver to seek the next lower or higher station and stop. 0 Within 5 seconds, press and hold SCAN until the correct hour appears on the display.
To Play A Compact Disc Recall Before you begin, please note: DO NOT use mini-discs that are called singles. Theywon’t eject. Use full-size compact discs only. Press RCL to see what track is playing. Press it again within 5 seconds to see how long the CD has been playing that track. The display will automatically return to the time of day. Press PWR to turn the system on. Insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in. Wait a few seconds and the disc should play.
Reverse Stop/Play Press and hold REV to return rapidly to a favorite passage in a track. Release it to play the passage. Note the seconds counter reading in the display. Press ST/PL the disc will stop and the radio will play. Press ST/PL again to restart the disc at the point where it stopped. Forward Press the PWR button or turn the ignition key off to stop the disc player. The disc stays in the player and will resume playing at the point where it stopped.
Steering Wheel Controls t‘ To increase or decrease the volume, press the pad marked VOL A or v. The pad marked TEMP A or allows you to select higher or lower temperature for the climate control system. Anti-Theft Feature Delco-Loc I1 is a security feature for the compact disc player. It can be used or ignored. If ignored, the system plays normally. If security system is used, your player won’t be usable if it’s ever stolen, because it won’t turn on.
4. Press preset 1 and 4 buttons together. Hold them until “---” shows on the display (at least 5 seconds). You are now ready to enter your secret code. If you pause more than 15 seconds between steps you may have to start over. 5. Press SET and “000” will appear on the display. 6. Press SEEK and hold it until the first digit of your code appears. 7. Rotate the TUNE knob right or left to make the next two numbers agree with your code. 8. Press the BAND knob and “OOO” will appear.
Disabling The Theft System Care of Your Cassette Tape Player Press preset buttons 1 and 4, for 5 seconds with the ignition “On” and radio power “Off’. Thedisplay will show “SEC”, indicating theunit is in the secure mode. Press the SET button. The display will show “000”. Enter the first three digits of the code following step 6 and 7 of the preceding directions. The displaywill show the numbers as entered. Press the BAND knob. The radio will display “000”. Enter the second three digits of the code.
Your tape player should be cleaned regularly each month or after every 15 hours of use. If you notice a reduction in sound quality, try a known good cassette to see if the tape or the tape player is at fault. If this other cassette has no improvement in sound quality, clean the tape player. Clean your tape player with a wiping-action, non-abrasive cleaning cassette, and follow the directions provided with it. Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time.
2. Dampen a clean cloth with mineral spirits or equivalent solvent. 3. Wipe cloth over the mast sections,remov,ing any dirt. ;i 1 . _ / 4. Wipe dry with clean cloth before retracting. 5. Make the antenna go up and down by turning the radio or ignition on and off. I NOTICE: Don’t lubricate the power antenna. Lubrication could damage it. I NOTICE: Before entering an automatic car wash, turn off your radio to make the power antennago down. This will prevent the mast from possibly getting damaged.
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@ Part 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you’ll find information about drivingon different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions . We’ve also . included many other useful tips on driving Part 4 includes: DefensiveDriving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DrunkenDriving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Assume that pedestrians or other drivers aregoing to be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might do. Be ready for their mistakes. , 1 Rear-end collisions are aboutthe 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 yehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly.
Police records show that almost half of all motor vehicle-related deaths involve alcohol- a driver, a passenger or someone else, such as a pedestrian, had been drinking. In most cases, these deathsare the result of someone who was drinking and driving. About 20,000 motor vehicle-related deaths occur eachyear because of alcohol, and thousands of people are injured. Just how much alcohol is too much if a person plans to drive? Ideally, no one should drink alcohol andthen drive.
It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if the same person drank three doublemartinis (3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour, the person’s BAC would be close to 0.12 percent. A person who consumes food just before or duringdrinking will have a slightly lower BAC level. DRINKING THAT WILL RESULT IN A BAC.-OF .
There’s something else about drinkingand driving that many people don’t know. Medical research shows that alcohol in a person’s system can make crash injuries worse. That’s especially true for brain, spinal cord and heart injuries. That means thatif anyone whohas been drinking -- driver or passenger -- is in a crash, the chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if that person had not been drinking. And we’ve already seen that the chance of a crash itself is higher for drinking drivers.
Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. That’s perception time. Then you have to bring up your foot and do it. That’s reaction time. Average reaction time is about3/4 of a second. But that’s only an average. Itmight 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.
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your Buick has an advanced electronicbraking system that will help prevent skidding. ANT‘ LOCK (@) ANTI LOCK This light on the instrument panel will go on when you start your vehicle. When you start your vehicle and begin to drive away, you may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise. And you may even notice that your brake pedal moves a little while this is going on. This is the ABS system testing itself.
A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at the rear wheels. The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly.
limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. Whenroad conditions allow you to safely use it again, you may re-engage the cruise control. (See “Cruise Control” in the Index.) TRACTION OFF The “TRACTION OFF” warning light will come on when you turn the traction control system off. When the system is on, this light will come on to let you know if there’s a problem with your traction control system. See “Traction Control System Warning Light” in the Index.
Braking in Emergencies Use your anti-lock braking system when you need to. 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. Steering Tips Driving on Curves It’s important to take curves at a reasonable speed.
Try to adjust your speed so you can “drive” through the curve. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed.Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve, and then accelerate gently into the straightaway. Steering in 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.
Off-Road Recovery Passing You may find sometime that your right wheels have dropped off the edgeof a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a 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? If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy.
0 0 0 Do not get too close to thevehicle you want to pass while you’re awaitingan 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. Keepback 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.
Skidding In a skid, a drivercan lose control of the vehicle. Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions, and by not “overdriving” those conditions. But skids are always possible. Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel, or other material is on the road. For safety, you’ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions.
Driving at Night 0 rn Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlights behind you. Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. .. . 0 Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Your headlights can light up only so much road ahead. 0 In remote areas, watch for animals. 0 If you’re tired, pull off the road in a safe place and rest. Night Vision I Night driving is more dangerous than day driving.
your eyes toreadjust 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 headlights), slow down a little. Avoid staring directly into the approaching lights. Driving in the Rain Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean -- inside and out. Glare 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.
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 edgeof the road, and even people walking. 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.
Hydroplaning Some Other Rainy Weather Tips Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride onthe water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you’re going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road. 0 Turn on your low-beam headlights -- not just your parking lights -- to help make you more visible to others. 0 Besides slowing down, allow some extra following distance.
City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doingand pay attention to traffic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: 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 city just as you would for a cross-country trip. Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities. You’ll save time and energy.
Freeway Driving 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 smoothtraffic flow. Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane. At the entrance there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway. If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive alongthe entrance ramp, you should begin to check traffic.
When you want to leave the freeway, move to the proper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit do not, under any circumstances, stopand back up. Drive on to the next exit. The exit rampcan be curved, sometimes quite sharply. The exit speed is usually posted. Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not 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.
Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep atthe 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.
0 Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle. These parts can work hard on mountain roads. 0 Know how to go down hills. The most important thing to know is this: let your engine do some of the slowing down. Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill. 0 Know how to gouphill. Shift down to “D” (Drive). This will help cool your engine and transaxle, and you can climb the hill better.
Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your Buick in good shape for winter. Be sure your engine coolantmix is correct. You may want to put winter emergency suppliesin your trunk. 184 Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid,a rag, somewinter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth, anda couple of reflective warning triangles.
Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction. However, if there is snow or ice 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 the 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.
Your anti-lock brakes improve your ability to make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have the anti-lock braking system, you’ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement. See “Anti-lock” in the Index. If You’re Caught in a Blizzard Allow greater following distance on any slippery road. Watch for slippery spots. The road might be fine until you hit a spot that’s covered with ice.
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 keepwarm. You can run the engine to keep warm, but be careful.
Run your engine onlyas long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, makeit go alittle 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 headlights. Letthe heater run for awhile. Towing a Trailer Then, shut the engine off and closethe window almost all the way to preserve the heat.
Your car can tow a trailer if it is equipped with the 3800 (L27) engine or (L67)Supercharged engine and 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.
Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be? It should never weigh more than 1,000 pounds (450 kg), unless you have the optional 3,000 pound (1350 kg) trailer towing package. But even that can be too heavy. 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 theIndex for more information about your vehicle’s maximum load capacity.
After you’ve loaded your trailer, weigh the trailer and then the tongue, separately, to see if the weights are proper. If they aren’t, you may be able to get them right simply by moving some itemsaround in the trailer. 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 can, too. Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires The bumpers on your vehicle are not intended for hitches.
the trailer brakes so you’ll be able to install, adjust and maintain them properly. Because you have anti-lock brakes, do not try to tap into you vehicle’s brake system. If you do, both brake systems won’t work well, or at all. Driving with a Trailer Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns.
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer, your vehicle has to have a different turn signal flasher and extra wiring. The green arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lights 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.
When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: Start your engine; 0 Shift into a gear; and 0 Release the parking brake. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks. 4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks. 194 Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this.
Part 5 Problems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road . Part 5 includes: Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196 Other Wa-ning Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197 “Jump”Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lights will flash on and off.
Press the button in to make your front and rearturn signal lights flash on and off. e To turn off the flashers, pull out on the collar. I I Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key isn’t in. When the hazard warning flashers are on, your turn signals won’t work. Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up at 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 jumpercables to start your Buick. But please follow the steps below to do it safely. I NOTICE: Ignoring these steps could resultin costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Trying to start your Buick by pushing or pulling it won’t work, and it could damage your vehicle. To Jump Start Your Buick: 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system.
You could be injured if the vehicles roll. Set the parking brake firmly on each vehicle. Put an automatic transaxle in “P”(Park) or amanual transaxle in “N” (Neutral). 3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Turn off the radios and all lights that aren’t needed. Thiswill avoid sparks and help saveboth batteries. It could save your radio! NOTICE: Find the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals on each battery. If you leave your radioon, it could be badly damaged.
Before you connect the cables, here are some basic things you should know. Positive (+) will go to positive (+) and negative (-) will go to negative (-) or a metal engine part. Don’t connect (+) to (-) or you’ll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts, too. 5. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock and the vehicles could be damaged.
6. 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. 7. 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 one. 8. 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.
9. Attach the cable at least 18 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. 12. Remove the cables in reverse order toprevent electrical shorting. Take care that they don’t touch each other or any other metal. 10.Now start the vehicle with the good batter!y and rlirn the engine fora while. 11. Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery.
Towing Your Park Avenue Try to have a G M dealer or a professional towing service tow your Buick. The usual towing equipment is a sling-type (A), wheel-lift (B) or car carrier (C) tow truck. If your vehicle has been changed or modified since it was factory-new by adding after market items like fog lamps, aero skirting, or special tires and wheels, these instructions and illustrations may not be correct. Before you do anything, turn on the hazard warning flashers.
When your vehicle is being towed, havethe ignition key off. The steering wheel should be clamped in a straight-ahead position, witha clamping device designed for towing service. Do not use the vehicle’s steering column lock for this. The transaxle should be in Neutral and the parking brake released. Don’t have your vehicle towed on the front wheels, unless you must.
Front Towing Hookups Attach “T” hook chains behind the front wheels into the bottom slots of the cradle rails on both sides. Position a 4” x 4” wood beam across the sling chains contacting the bottom of the radiator support. Position the lower sling crossbar just behind the rear edge of the front bumper. Attach a separatesafety chain around the outboard end of each lower control arm.
Rear Towing Hookups Position the lower sling crossbar directly under the rear bumper. A 4” x 4” wood beam is not needed. Attach “T” hook chains to the slots in the bottom of the floor pan of the rear wheels on both sides. Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end of each lower control arm.
Engine Overheating NOTICE: You will find a warning light abouta hot engine onyour Buick instrument panel and if you have the optional gage cluster,a coolant temperature gage.You will also find a low coolant warning light. If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged.The costly repairs would notbe covered by your warranty.
If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam, try this for aminute 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 “N” (Neutral). If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just tobe safe, drive slower for about ten minutes. If the warning doesn’t come back on, you can drive normally.
The coolant level should be at or above “FULL COLD.” If it isn’t, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere elsein the cooling system. If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down. P I NOTICE: I Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn’t coveredby your warranty. If there seems to be no leak, check to see if the electric engine fans are running.
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at or abovethe “FULL COLD” mark, add a 50/50 mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) and a proper antifreeze at the coolant recovery tank. (See “Engine Coolant’’ in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mix.) 210 NOTICE: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Use the recommended coolant.
When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at or above the “FULL COLD” mark, start your vehicle. If the overheat warning continues, there’s 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.
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 1 " I I 1. You can 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 to the left 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. 212 3. Fill the radiator with the proper mix, up to the base of the filler neck.
6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine fans. 7 . By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower. If the level is lower, add 4. Then fill the coolantrecovery tank to “FULL COLD.” 5. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure cap off. more of the proper mix through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck.
8. Then replace the pressure cap. At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck, reinstall the pressure cap. Be sure the arrows on pressure cap line up like this. If a 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 out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly.
Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid furthertire and wheel damage by driving slowly to alevel place. Turn on your hazard warning flashers. i The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire.
Start with the jack and the wheel wrench. The equipment you'll need is in the trunk.
The jackhas a bolt at the end. Attach the wheel wrench to the jack bolt. If your Buick has a wheel cover, you must take it off to reach the wheel nuts. 'A A If your vehicle has an aluminum wheel with a center cover, remove it using the flat end of the wheel wrench. Rotate the wheel wrench clockwise (to the right). That will raise the lift head a little.
If your vehicle has this aluminum wheel, you may have plastic wheel nut caps. Use the wheel nut wrench to remove the wheel nut caps and to loosen the wheel nuts. Use the wire wheel key wrench to remove the wire wheel cover. P F . When reinstalling the decorative nut caps, tighten the caps snug with the wheel wrench, then continue 1/8 rotation for steel caps and 1/4 rotation for plastic caps.
54 .,’ Remove the theft deterrent wheel nut, by placing 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 reppacing the wheel cover, carefully line up the tire valve stem and the notch in the wheel cover. Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts. Don’t remove them yet. Next, attach the wheel wrench to the bolt on the end of the jack. Raise the jack a little by rotating the wheel wrench clockwise (to theright).
Position the jack under the vehicle. There is a notch in the frame near each of the wheels. Fit the top of the jack into the notch nearest the wheel with the flat tire. I NOTICE: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly or may allow positioned will damage the vehicle the vehicle to fall off the jack. Be surefittothe jack lift head into the proper location before raising your vehicle. t Raise the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench clockwise.
Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces or sparewheel.
Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface. Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. 222 Lower the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely.
Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a criss-cross sequence as shown. Don’t try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare tire. It won’t fit. Store the wheel cover in the trunk until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced. Wheel covers won’tfit on your compact spare.If you try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare, you could damage the cover or the spare. Now put all the equipment back in the trunk.
Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare 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 is correctly inflated. The compact spare is made to perform well at posted speed limits for distances up to 3,000 miles (5 000 km).
NOTICE: Don’t take your compact spare through an automatic car wash with guide rails. The compact spare can get caught on the rails. That can damage the tireand wheel, and maybe other parts of your vehicle. If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow What you don’t want to dowhen your vehicle is stuckis to spin your wheels. The method known as “rocking” can helpyou get outwhen you’re stuck,but you must use caution. Don’t use your compact spare on some other vehicle.
NOTICE: Spinning your 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. 226 Rocking your vehicle to get it out: First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your front wheels. You should turn your traction control system off. (See “Traction Control System” in the Index.
Part 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about the care of your Buick . This part begins with service and fuel information. and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels . There is also technical information about your vehicle. and a section devoted to its appearance care . Part 6 includes: Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fuel . . . . . .
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 your service needs. You’ll get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. 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, We hope you’ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM.
Fuel 3800 (L27)Engine The 8th digitof your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) shows the code letter for your engine. You will and you don’t have to buy a higher octane fuel to get rid of pinging. It’s the heavy, constant knock that means you have a problem. What about gasolinewith blending materials that contain oxygen (oxygenates),such as MTBE or alcohol? find the VIN at the top left of your instrument panel. (See “Vehicle Identification Number’’ in the Index.) MTBE is “methyl tertiary-butyl ether.
Gasolines for Cleaner Air Fuel Your use of gasoline with deposit control additives will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system. That helps keep your engine in tune and your emission control system working properly. It’s good for your vehicle, and you’ll be doing your part for cleaner air. 3800 Supercharged (L67) Engine The 8th digit of your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) shows the code letter for your engine. You will find the VIN at thetop left of your instrument panel.
But don’t worry if you hear a little pinging noise when you’re accelerating or drivingup a hill. That’s normal and you don’t have to buy a higher octane fuelto get rid of pinging. It’s the heavy, constant knock that means you have a problem. What about gasolinewith blending materials that contain oxygen (oxygenates), such as MTBE or alcohol? MTBE is “methyl tertiary-butyl ether.’’ Fuel that is no more than 15% MTBE is fine foryour vehicle. Ethanol is ethyl or grain alcohol.
Fuels in Foreign Countries Filling Your Tank If you plan on driving in another country outside the U.S. or Canada, unleaded fuel may be hard to find. Do not use leaded gasoline. If you use even one tankful, your emission controls won’t work well or at all. With continuous use, spark plugs can get fouled, the exhaust system can corrode, and your engine oil can deteriorate quickly. Your vehicle’s oxygen sensor will be damaged. All of that means costly repairs that wouldn’t be covered by your warranty.
Or, you can use the release lever in the trunk. The release button for the fuel door is to the left of the steering column. While refueling, hang the cap inside the fuel door.
Checking Things Under the Hood Hood Release To open the hood, pull the handle inside the vehicle. It is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel. 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. When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right until you hear a clicking noise. NOTICE: If you need a new cap, be sure to get theright type. Your dealer can get one for you.
Lift up on this lever as you lift up the hood. Then go to the front of the vehicle and locate the secondary hood release. It is under the front edge of the grille.
Engine Accessory Belt A D The 3800 (L27) engine uses an engineaccessory belt. This diagram shows the features connected by the belt routing. See “Maintenance Schedule” in the Index for when to check the belt. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then pull the hood down and close it firmly. 236 A. Power Steering D. Air Conditioning B. Crank E. Alternator C.
3800 Supercharged (L67) Engine (Option) Your Park Avenue Ultra has a 3800 Supercharged engine. Buick chose supercharging rather than turbocharging because Buick emphasizes smooth, refined power. Engine Accessory Belt The Supercharged 3800 engine uses two accessory drive belts. One belt drives the generator and the power steering pump. The second belt drives the supercharger, coolant pump and air conditioningcompressor. Each belt has its own tensioner and idler pulley.
Supercharger Oil 3. Remove the oil fill plug using a 3/16 allen wrench. Unless you are technically qualified and have the proper tools, you should let your dealer or aqualified service center perform this maintenance. 4. The oil level is correct when it just reaches the bottom of the threads of the inspection hole. 5. Replace the oil plug with the O-ring in place. Torque to 10 Nom (88 lb. in.). When to Check: Check oil level every 30,000 miles (50,000 km) or every 36 months. 6.
It’s a good idea to check your engine oil every timeyou get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, oil the must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. The engineoil dipstick is directly behind the engine fan. Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the oil pan. If you don’t, the oil dipstick mightnot show the actual level. To Check Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way.
What Kind of Oil to Use Beginning midyear 1993, oils of the proper quality for your vehicle will be identified with this new “starburst” symbol. The “starburst” symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API), and is preferred for use in your gasoline engine. RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE.
As shown in the chart, SAE 1OW-30 is best for your .vehicle. However, you can use SAE 5W-30 if it’s going to be colder than 60°F (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 1OW-40 or SAE 2OW-50. These three things are usually included in a doughnut shaped logo (symbol) on most containers.
Engine Oil Additives Don’t add anything to your oil. Your Buick dealer is ready to advise if you think something should be added. When to Change Engine Oil See if any one of these is true for you: Most trips are less than 4 miles (6 km). It’s below freezing outside and most trips are less than 10 miles (16 km). The engine is at low speed most of the time (as in door-to-door delivery, or in stop-and-go traffic). 0 You tow a trailer often. Most trips are through dusty places.
What to Do with Used Oil Air Cleaner 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 orrags 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.
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter. Automatic Transaxle Fluid See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index. When to-Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to change your fluid. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services’’ in the Index.
With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear range, pausing for about three seconds in each range. Then, position the shift lever in "P" (Park). Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid level if you have been driving: 0 When outside temperatures are above 90°F (32°C). 0 At high speed for quite a while. 0 In heavy traffic -- especially in hot weather. 0 While pulling a trailer.
2. Push it back in all the way, wait three seconds and then pull it back out again. 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. If 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. 3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. The fluid level must be in the cross-hatched area.
Engine Coolant The following explainsyour cooling systemand how to add coolant when it is low. If you have a problem with engine overheating, see “Engine Overheating”in the Index. The proper coolant for your Buick will: 0 Give freezing protection down to -34°F (-37 “ C ) . 0 Give boiling protection up to 262°F (128 “C). 0 Protect against rust and corrosion. 0 Help keep the proper engine temperature, Let the warning lights work as they should.
Adding Coolant COOLANT LOW If this light comes on, it means you’re low on engine coolant. To Add Coolant The coolant recovery tank is located at theleft of the engine compartment. To Check Coolant When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at “FULL COLD’ or a little higher. When your engine is warm, the level should be up to “FULL HOT” or a little higher. 248 If you need more coolant, add the proper mix at the coolant recovery tank.
Radiator Pressure Cap Your radiator pressure capis a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolantloss and possible engine damage from overheating. Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck. Add coolant mix at the recoverytank, but be careful not to spillit. Wlien you replace your radiator pressurecap, ap AC@ cap is recommended.
Power Steering Fluid 0 When the engine compartment is cool, the level should be at the “FULL COLD” mark. What to Add Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determinewhat kind of fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. NOTICE: When adding power steering fluid or making a complete fluid change, always use the proper fluid. Failureto use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals.
Windshield Washer Fluid ~ To Add ~ Open the cap labeled “WASHER FLUID ONLY.” Add washer fluid until the bottle is full. ~ ~ NOTICE: When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructionsfor adding water. 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 washerfluid. Fill your washer fluid tank only 3/4 full when it’s very cold.
Brakes Brake Master Cylinder Your brake master cylinder ishere. It is filledwith DOT-3 brake fluid. There are onlytwo reasons why the brake fluid level in your master cylindermight go down. The first that is the brake fluidgoes down toan acceptable level during normal brake liningwear. When new linings areput in, the fluid level goes back up. The other reason is that 252 fluid is leakingout of the brakesystem.
What to Add Brake Wear When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid -- such as Delco Supreme 11 (GM Part No. 1052535). Use new brake fluid from asealed container only, and always cleanthe brake fluid reservoir cap before removing it. Your Buick has front discbrakes 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 and new pads are needed.
I I NOTICE: I 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. Your rear drum brakes don’t have wear indicators, but if you ever hear a rearbrake rubbing noise, have the rear brake linings inspected.
Battery Every new Buick has a Delco Freedom’ battery. You never have to add water to one of these. When it’s time for a new battery, we recommend a DelcoFreedom’ battery. Get one that has the catalog number shown on the original battery’s label. Vehicle Storage If you’re not goingto 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.
Headlamp Bulb Replacement Remove the retainers by turning in a counter-clockwise direction. Each headlamp is attached by retainers with round plastic knobs. Lift the headlamp away from the car.
Turn the bulb socket 1/4 turn counter-clockwise, while pressing it firmly. Remove the wire connector from the bulb by lifting the lock tab and pulling it away from the plastic base. Taillamp Bulb Replacement Open the trunk. On either side of the rear of the trunk are twoplastic nuts. Remove only the side that you need to access. Pull the carpet back away from the rear area. The taillamp, sidemarker and back-up lights can now be accessed.
Loading Your Vehicle \ %I TIRE-LOADING INFORMATION OCCUPANTS VEHICLE CAP. WT. CTR. FRT. RR. TOTAL LBS. KG Two taillamp bulbs are a tabbed assembly. Squeeze the release in and pull the assembly out. Pull the bulb straight out from the socket. To replace the assembly, insert the tabs into the slots and push in until it locks into place. To replace the third taillamp bulb and sidemarker bulb, turn the socket 1/4 turn and pull it out. Pull the bulb straight out from the socket.
MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP DATE GVWR GAWR FRT GAWR RR THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE U.S. FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY, BUMPER, AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE. The other label is the Certification label, found on the rear edge of the driver’sdoor. It tellsyou the gross weight capacityof your vehicle, called the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel andcargo.
Tires We don't make tires. Your new vehicle comes with high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. These tires are warranted by the tire manufacturersand their warranties are delivered with every new Buick. If your spare tire is a different brand than your road tires, you will have a tirewarranty folder from eachof these manufacturers.
Inflation - Tire Pressure The Tire-Loading Information label which is located on the rear edge of the driver’s door showsthe 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 a mile. NOTICE: Don’t let anyone tell youthat underinflation &r overinflation is all right. It’s not.
When to Check Check your tires once amonth or more. Don’t forget your compact spare tire. It should be at 60 psi (420 Wa). FRONT How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. Simply looking at the tires will not tell you the pressure, especially if you have radial tires -- which may look properly inflated even if they’re underinflated. If your tires have valve caps, be sure to put them back on. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture.
When It’s Time for New Tires One way to tellwhen it’s time fornew tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only2/32 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. You need a new tire if You can see the indicators three at or more places around the tire. You can seecord or fabric showing through the tire’s rubber. 0 The tread or sidewall is cracked,cut or snagged deep enough toshow cord or fabric. The tire has a bump, bulge or split.
The tire has a puncture, cut, or other damage that can’t be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage. Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the Tire-Loading Information label. The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on each tire’s sidewall. When you get new tires, get ones with that same TPC Spec number.
graded 100. The relative performanceof tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practicesand differences in road characteristics and climate. - Traction A, B, C ’ The traction grades, from highest to lowest are: A, B, and C. They represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete.
In most cases, you will not need to have your wheels aligned again. However, if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or theother, the alignment may need to be reset. If you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road, your wheels may need to berebalanced. Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked or badly rusted. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts should be replaced.
Used Replacement Wheels Tire Chains NOTICE: If your Buick has P215/70R15 size tires, don’t use tire chains; they can damage your vehicle. If youhave other tires, use tirechains only where legal and only when you must. Useonly SAE Class “S” type chains that are the proper size for your tires. Install them on the front tiresand tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened. Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer’s instructions.
Appearance Care Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on 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 tofollow the manufacturer’s warnings and instructions. And always open your doors or windows when you’re cleaning the inside.
0 Use solvent-type cleaners in a well-ventilated area only. If you use them, don’t saturate the stained area. I NOTICE: If a ring forms after spot cleaning, clean the entire area immediately or it will set. I Using Foam-Type Cleaner on Fabric 0 Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt. 0 Always clean a whole trim panel or section. Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines. Be careful with a hair dryer or heat lamp.You could scorch the fabric. Wipe with a clean cloth.
Special Cleaning Problems If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine, treat the area with a waterbaking soda solution: 1 teaspoon ( 5 ml) of baking soda to 1 cup (250 ml) of lukewarm water. Greasy or Oily Stains Such as grease, oil, butter, margarine, shoe polish, coffee with cream, chewing gum, cosmetic creams, vegetable oils, wax crayon, tar and asphalt. 0 Carefully scrape off excess stain. Follow the solvent-type instructions described earlier.
0 For stubborn stains, use a mild solution of 10% isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol)and 90% water. 0 Never use oils, varnishes, solvent-based or abrasive cleaners, furniture polish or shoe polish on leather. Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry. Soiled leather should be cleaned immediately. If dirt is allowed to work into 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.
Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax or other material may be on the blade or windshield. Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner, Bon-Ami Powder@(GM Part No. 105001 I ). The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water. Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full strength windshield washer solvent.
Your Buick has a “basecoat/clearcoat” paint finish. The clearcoat gives more depthand gloss to the colored basecoat. Always use waxes and polishes that are non-abrasive and made for abasecoat/clearcoat paint finish. 1 NOTICE: If you have aluminum wheels,don’t use an automatic vehicle wash that has hard silicon carbide cleaning brushes. These brushes can take off theprotective coating.
Foreign Material Calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemica.Is from industrial chimneys, and other foreign matter can damage your vehicle’s finish if they remain on pa.inted surfaces. Use cleaners that are marked safe for pa inted surfaces to remove foreign matter. ~~ Finish Damage Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away.
Appearance Care and Maintenance Materials * Not recommended for pigskin suede leather.
Vehicle Identification Number(VIN) You’ll find this label on the spare tire cover. It’s very helpful if you ever need to order parts. On this label is: C l 1 1 ! ! ! 1 l l I lIEl l!l I your VIN, r l I= ENGINE A 9 4 7 CODE MODEL YEAR \ ASSEMBLY 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.
Your vehicle has an air bagsystem. Before attempting to add anything electricalto your Buick, see “Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Buick” in the Index. Remove the cover to accessthe fuses. To put the cover on, insert the tabs into the lower part of the fuse panel and snap it in place. Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your car areprotected from short circuits by a combinationof fuses, circuitbreakers and fusible thermal links in the wiring itself.
Headlights The headlight wiring is protected by a circuit breaker in the underhood fuse center. An electrical overload will cause the lights to go on and off, or in some cases to remain off. If this happens, have your headlight wiring checked right away. Windshield Wipers Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you replace abad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating.
Fuse Usage Amp 1 30 2 3 4 25 5 1A 1B 1c 1D 1E 2A 2B 2c 2D 2E 3A 3B 3c 3D 3E 4A 4B 4c 4D 4E 10 20 10 15 10 15 20 25 10 10 Amp Description BRKR - Power Window/Sunroof Not Used BRKR - Power Seats Not Used Not Used SIR DERM/Crank Signal/Cornering/Back-up Lamps SIR Cluster/Telltale/Chime/HTD Seat/Day-Nig:ht Mirror/ MEM Seat Not Used Spare Spare Spare Spare Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Heated Mirrors Not Used Mirror Illumination Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used 5A 10 5B 5c 5D 5E 6A 6B 6
Park Avenue Dimensions Inches Unless Otherwise Noted Overall: Length .......................... 205.2 Width ........................... 73.6 Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55.1 Wheel Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110.8 60.5 Front Tread ....................... Rear Tread . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.2 Interior Front: Leg Room ........................ 42.0 Head Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38.8 59.1 Shoulder Room .
Replaceable Light Bulbs Application Number Exterior Headlight 9005 High Beam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Low Beam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9006 Park/Turn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2057NA Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194NA Side Marker. Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194NA Backup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1156 High Level Stop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Capacities and Specifications ~~~ ~ ~~~~~ Engine Code L (L27) 3.8L V-6 SF1 Engine Code 1 (L67) 3.8L V-6 SF1 Belt TensionsAutomatically controlled by a Self-Tension idler pulley. Tension adjustment should never be necessary. Cooling System Capacity With air conditioning: 13 quarts/l2.5liters Crankcase Capacity 4 quarts/3.8 liters (oilchange without filter) 5 quarts/4.75 liters (oilchange with filter change) Air Conditioning CapacityR134a - 2.2 lbs. (.99 kilograms) Fuel Tank Capacity 18.
@) Part 7 Maintenance Schedule This part covers the maintenance required for your Buick . Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety. dependability and emission control performance . Part 7 includes: Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A Word About Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction I I A Word About Maintenance KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED IMPORTANT: 1 1 protection Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your Buick dealer for details. 284 I 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.
Your Vehicle and theEnvironment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition,but also helps the environment. All recommended maintenance procedures are important. Impropervehicle maintenance or the removal of important components can significantly affect the qualityof_theair we breathe. Improper fluid levels or even the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions fromyour vehicle.
“Section B: Owner Checks and Services” tells you what should be checked whenever you stop for fuel. It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition. “Section C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections” explains important inspections that your Buick dealer’s service department or anotherqualified service center should perform. 286 “Section D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” lists some products GM recommends to help keep your vehicle properly maintained.
Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedules This section tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them. Your Buick dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. If you go 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. These schedules are for vehicles that: 0 0 0 carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits.
Scheduled Maintenance Services Schedule I - - ~~~~ Follow Schedule I if your car is MAINLY driven under one or more of the following conditions: When most trips are less than 4 miles (6 kilometers). When most trips are less than 10 miles (16 kilometers) and outside temperatures remain below freezing. When most trips include extended idling and/or frequent low-speed operation as in stop-and-go traffic. Towing a trailer.*? When operating in dusty areas.
TO BE SERVICED (See Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services Following Schedules I and 11) Item No. ~ __ ~~ 7. Spark Plug Replacement” X. Spark Plug Wire Inspection*+ 11. Fuel Tank, Cap & Lines Inspection 42 45 48 I KILOMETERS (000) See Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Service Following Schedules I and 11 Every 30 000 mi (SO 000 km) 9. Supercharger Oil Check (3.8L Code 1 engine only) Replacement*’t IS 18 21 24 27 30 3339 36 ~ 6. Transaxle Service 10.
Scheduled Maintenance Services Schedule I1 I Follow Schedule I1 ONLY if none of the driving conditions specified in Schedule I apply. TO BE SERVICED (See Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services Following Schedules I and 11) Item No. WHEN TO PERFORM Miles (kilometers) or Months, Whichever Occurs First MILES (000) KILOMETERS (000) I 12.5 I 25 P I o I 37.5 1. Engine Oil Change* Every 7 500 mi. (12 500 km) or 12 mos. Oil Filter Change* At first and then every other oil change 0 2.
TO BE SERVICED (See Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services Following Schedules I and 11) Item No. WHEN TO PERFORM Miles (kilometers) or Months, Whichever Occurs First I MILES (000) 22.5 30 37.5 45 KILOMETERS (000) 12.5 I 25 I 37.5 I SO I 62.5 I 75 ~~ I e 8. Spark Plug Wire Inspection*? Every 30 000 mi. (SO 000 k m ) 9. Supercharger Oil Check (3.8L Code I engine only) Every 30 000 m i . (50 000 k m ) or 36 months 10.
Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services Following are explanations of the services listed in Schedule Iand Schedule 11. The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Section D. Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these. All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle. NOTE: To determine your engine’s displacement and code, see “Engine Identification” in the Index. 1.
Inspect hoses and replace if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Tighten screw-type hose clamps. Clean the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser. Wash the pressure cap and neck. To help ensure proper operation, we recommend a pressure test of both the cooling system and the pressure cap. 6.
Section B: Owner Checks and Services Listed below are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Be sure anynecessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in Section D.
At Least Once a Year At Least Once a Month CHECKOR SERVICE Tire Inflation Cassette Deck I CHECK OR SERVICE Key Lock Check tire inflation. Make sure they are inflated to the pressures specified on theCylinders Tire-Loading Information label located Body Lubrication on therear edge of the driver’s door. See “Tires” in the Index for further details. WHAT TO DO Clean cassette deck. Cleaning should 15hours of tape play. See be done every in theIndexfor “AudioSystems” further details.
CHECK OR SERVICE Brake-Transmission Shift Interlock -BTSI (Automatic) WHAT TO DO Whileparked,andwiththeparking brake set, try to turn the key to “LOCK” in each shift lever position. Steering Column Lock I. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface. 2. Firmly apply the parking brake (see “Parking Brake” in the Index if necessary). NOTE: Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move. 3.
CHECK OR SERVICE Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission “P” (Park) Mechanism Check WHAT TO DO 0 To check the parking brake: With the engine running and transmission in “N” (Neutral), slowly remove foot brake pressure from the regular pedal. Do thisuntilthevehicleis held by the parking brake only. 0 To chedk the“P”(Park) mechanism’s holding ability: Shift to “P’(Park). Then release all brakes.
Section C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed atleast 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 necessaryrepairs are completed atonce.
INSPECTION OR SERVICE Brake System [nspection WHAT SHOULD BE DONE Inspectthe completesystem. Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hookup, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Also inspectdrum brake linings for wear andcracks. Inspect other brake parts, including drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc. Check parking brake adjustment.
USAGE Parking Brake Guides FLUID/LUBRICANT Chassis lubricant (GM Part No. 1052497 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB. Power Steering System GM HydraulicPowerSteeringFluid (GM Part No. 1052884 or equivalent). Automatic Transaxle D E X R O N ~ I or I D E X R O N ~IIE Automatic Transmission Fluid. Key Lock Cylinders Lubricate Multi-Purpose with Lubricant (GM Part No. 12345120), synthetic SAE 5W-30 engine oil or silicone lubricant (GM Part No.
Section E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer readingand who performed the service in the columns indicated. When completing the Maintenance Performed column, insert the numbers from the Schedule I or Schedule I1 maintenance charts which correspond to the maintenance performed. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Your owner information portfolio is a convenient placeto store them.
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Part 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Buick if you need assistance. Thispart also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. Part 8 includes: Customer Satisfaction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Customer Assistance for Hearing/Speech Impaired . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, contact the Buick Customer Assistance Center by calling 1-800-52 1-7300. In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Assistance Center in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). In Mexico, call (525) 254-3777 . In Puerto Rico or U.S. Virgin Islands, call 1-809-763- 13 15.
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 Traffic 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 a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.
Courtesy Transportation Roadside Assistance To Buick Motor Division, Quality Means Service -- and service means “keeping you on the road.” Buick Motor Division is proud to offer Buick Roadside Assistance to customers for vehicles covered under the 36 month/36,000 mile new car warranty (whichever comes first).
Canada Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive Roadside Assistance program accessible from anywhere in Canada or the United States. Please refer to the separate brochureprovided by the dealer or call 1-800-268-6800 for emergency services. Service Publications Information on how to obtain Product Service Publications, Subscriptions and Indexes as described below is applicable only in the fifty U.S.
Individual PSP’s If you don’t want to buy all the PSP’s issued by GM for all models in the model year, you can buy individual PSP’s, such as those which may pertain to a particular model. To do this, you will first need to see our index of PSP’s. It provides a variety of information. Here’s what you’ll find in the index and how you can get one: What You’ll Find in the Index: A list of all PSP’s published by GM in a model year (1990 or later).
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Part 9 INDEX Accessory Power . Retained . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Adding BrakeFluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252 141. 276 Electrical Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Engine Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247 Engineoil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238 Power Steering Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System. Anti-lock Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 SystemWarningLight ......................... 122 84.90 Transaxle Shift Interlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253 Brakes.Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191 Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 170 Braking in Emergencies . . . . . . . . . . . .
I Controls. Features and ............................. 63 Convenience Net ................................ 111 Coolant 247 Engine ...................................... 124 Engine. Warning Light/Gage .................... Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82.242 207 Safety Warnings .............................. 104 CourtesyLights ................................. Courtesy Transportation ........................... 306 98 Cruise Control .............................
Identification Label. Service Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276 Identification Number. Vehicle VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276 Idling Your Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Indicators. Warning Lights. Gages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Infant Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Inflation. Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261 InstrumentPanel . .
Master Cylinder, Brake ........................... Memory Seat and Mirrors .......................... Methanol in Gasoline ............................. Mirrors ........................................ Monitors, Lamp ................................. 252 15 229 108 107 N e t , Convenience ............................... 111 Neutral Gear Position .............................. 84 79 New Vehicle Break-In ............................. 175 Night Driving . . . . . . . . . ; .........................
Reclining Seatbacks ............................... 16 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .299 Remote Keyless Entry System ....................... 70 68 Remote Trunk Release ............................. Replacing Brake System Parts . .......................... 254 256. 281 Light Bulbs .............................. 62 Safety Belts ................................... 264 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266 Wheels ..............
1 . Shift Brake-Transaxle Interlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84.90 Shifting the Transaxle ............................. 83 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ....................... 28 Skidding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .174 Sound Equipment. Adding .......................... 144 143 Soundsystems .................................. Spare Tire ...................................... 224 282 Specifications Chart ..............................
Turn Signalmeadlight Beam Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Turn Signal Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Twilight Sentinel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Underbody Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274 Universal Theft Deterrent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76 229 Unleaded Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268 Upholstery Care . . . .
Fuel Mileage Chart MILES PER GALLON 14 17 16 15 5 50 Si 60 65 70 75 80 85 6 60 66 78 72 84 90 96 102 108 120 114 7 70 77 98 105 112 119 126 133 140 147 154 161 168 175 I82 8 80 88 9 90 99 108 117 10 100 II O 120 130 140 1 50 11 1 10 12 I 132 143 154 12 120 132 144 I56 168 180 192 204 216 228 240 252 264 776 13 I30 143 156 169 182 195 208 22 I 234 247 260 273 286 299 3 12 325 338 351 364 377 390 403 416 429 442 455 468 14 140 154 15 1 50 16 160 176 192 208 224 24
