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The 1997 Buick Century Owner’s Manual 1-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. It also explains the “air bag” system. 2- 1 Features and Controls This section explains how to start and operate your Buick. 3-1 Comfort Controls andAudio Systems This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system.
We support voluntary technician certification. GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, BUICK, the BUICK Emblem and the name CENTURY are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve theright to make changes in the product after that time without further notice. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Buick Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual.
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“valve-in-head” engine, a light, powerful and reliable engine which would eventually influence the entire automotive industry. William C. Durant was instrumental in promoting Buicks across the country using his Durant-Dort Carriage Co. outlets and salespeople as the nucleus of a giant distribution system. He knew the Buick as a “self-seller.” If automobiles could be this good, he thought, maybe it was time to switch from the horse and buggy business to automobiles.
Durant also created a racing team that won 500 racing trophies in 1909 and 1910, including successesat Indianapolis twoyears before the Indy 500 began. The success of Buick engines was visible not only on the race track, but in endurance tests across the country and around the world. Buick was the only car to complete a 1,000-mile Chicago-to-New York race 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. .....
1962 Buick Special Ed Mertz, General Manage< Buick Motor Division Built inside the wallsof the old buildingsin Buick’s former Flint complex,which formed the cornerstoneof 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.
How to Use this Manual Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receivetheir new vehicle. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features and controls foryour vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly. Index A good place to look for what you need is the Index in the back of the manual. It’s an alphabetical list of what’s in the manual, and the pagenumber where you’ll find it.
Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: I NOTICE: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly. But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage. When you read other manuals, you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words.
1 Vehicle Symbols These are someof the symbols you may find on your vehicle. For example, these symbols are used on an original battery: CAUTION POSSIBLE INJURY A DOOR LOCK UNLOCK PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING CAUSTIC BATTERY ACID COULD CAUSE BURNS & AVOID SPARKS OR FLAMES SPARK OR FLAME COULD EXPLODE BATTERY .
I Supplement to the 1997 Buick Regal and Century Owner’s Manuals This isa correction to informationfound on page 6-40 (Regal only) and page 6-38 (Century only). Inflation -- Tire Pressure The Tire-Loading Information label, which is on the inside of trunk the lid shows the correct inflation “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three pressures for your tires when they’re cold. hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km).
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Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information aboutthe seats in your Buick and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about somethings you should not do with air bags and safety belts.
Seats and Seat Controls 2-Way Manual Seat This section tells you how to adjust the seats and explains the reclining seatbacks and head restraints. Manual Front Seat CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to vehicle is adjust a manual driver’s seat while the moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you,or makeyou push a pedal when you don’t want to. Adjust the driver’s seat only when the vehicle is not moving. Lift the bar under the front of the seat using a twisting motion.
6-Way Power Seat(If Equipped) Reclining Front Seatbacks You may have a driver’s six-way power seat and a six-way power passenger’s seat (if equipped). This switch is designed to imitate the movements of your seat cushion. It islocated on the left side of the driver’s seat cushion. To move the seat forward or rearward, push the switch forward or rearward. To raise orlower the entire seat, push the switch up or down. To raise or lower the front portion of your seat, push the front of the switch up or down.
But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. 1-4 Sitting ina reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job because it won’t be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash you could go into it, receiving neckor other injuries. The lap belt can’t do job its either. In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen.
Head Restraints 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 safetybelts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. And it explains the airbag system. U I Don’t let anyone ride where he or she can’t wear a safety belt properly.
In most 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. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be abad one. Why Safety BeltsWork When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. A few crashes aremild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn’t survive. But most crashes are in between. In many of them, people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away.
Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop.
I a The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ... or the instrument panel ...
Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts-- and the Answers &= or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time tostop. You stop overmore distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such good sense. Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle afteran accident if I’m wearing a safety belt? A: You could be -- whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down.
e.’ If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why shouldI 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 as bad drivers. Most accidents occur within 25 miles (40 km) of home. And the greatestnumber of serious injuries and deaths occurat speeds of less than 40 mph (65 km/h). Safety belts are for everyone.
Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here’s how to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock thedoor. 2. Adjust the seat (to seehow, see “Seats’’ in the Index) so you can situp straight. 3. Pick up the latch plateand pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. The shoulder beltmay lock if you pull the belt across go back you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt slightly tounlock it. Thenpull the belt across you more slowly. 4.
5. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt. The lap part of the belt should be worn low andsnug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If youslid 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 andacross the chest.
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 10 move Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt adjuster tothe height that is right for you. t it down, squeeze the release lever and move the height adjuster to the desired position. You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide. After you move the adjuster to where you want it, try to move it down without squeezing the release lever to make sure it has locked into position.
@ What’s wrong with this? A CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. I A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way.
@ What’s wrong with this? 1 You can be seriouslyinjured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would goup over your abdomen. The bel forces would be there,not at the pelvic bones. T h i could cause seriousinternal injuries. Always buckle your beltinto the buckle nearestyou. A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.
&: What’s wrong with this? A CP 7TION: You can be seriously injuredif you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. aIncrash, your body would movetoo far forward,which would increase the chanceof head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which aren’t as strongas shoulder bones. You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen. A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times.
&.’ What’s wrong with this? You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealerto fix it. A: The belt is twisted across the body.
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don’t wear safety belts. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle.
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. For pregnant women, as for anyone,the key to making safety belts effective iswearing them properly. Right Front Passenger Position The right front passenger’s safety belt works the same way as the driver’s safety belt. See “Driver Position,” earlier in this section. When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock.
I Air bags inflate with great force, faster thanthe blink of an eye. If you’re too closeto an inflating air bag, it could seriouslyinjure you. Safety belts help keep you in position beforeand duringa crash. Always wear your safety belt, even with air bags. The driver should sit as far back as possible while stillmaintaining control of the vehicle. 1 An inflating air bag can seriously injure small children. Alwayssecure children properly in your vehicle.
How the Air Bag System Works The right front passenger's air baginisthe instrument panel onthe passenger's side. Where are theair bags? The driver's air bag is in the middleof the steering wheel.
1 If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properlyit or might force the object into that person. The path *ofan inflating air bag must be kept clear. Don’t put anything betweenan occupant andan air bag, and don’t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hubor on or near any other air bag covering. it can be somewhat above or below this range. If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform, such as aparked car, the threshold level will be higher.
How does an air bag restrain? In moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. Air bags supplement the protection provided by safety belts. Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant’s upper body, stopping the occupant more gradually.
0 Your vehicle is equipped with a crashsensing and diagnostic module, which records information about the air bag system. The module records information about the readiness of the system,when the sensors are activated and driver’s safety belt usage at deployment. a Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag system. Improper service can mean that your air bag system won’t work properly. See your dealer forservice.
Center Passenger Position Lap Belt If your vehicle has abench seat, someone cansit in the center position. When you sit in a center seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make thebelt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt.
Rear 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. Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions To make the belt shorter, pull its freeend as shown until the belt is snug.
When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way, 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. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. I A 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly.
You can be seriously hurtif your shoulder beltis too loose. Ina crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips,just touching the thighs.In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it,the belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries.
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for childrenwho have outgrown child restraints and for small adults. Wheninstalled on a shoulder belt, thecomfort guide pulls thebelt away from the neck and head. There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat.
2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elastic cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 1-30 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top.
4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in “Rear Seat OutsidePassenger Positions” earlier in this section. Make surethat the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder. To remove and store thecomfort guides, squeeze the belt edges togetherso that you can take them out from the guides. Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip,and then slide the guideonto the clip.
Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says childrenup to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle. 1-32 Smaller Childrenand Babies LA CAUTION: Smaller childrenand babies should always be restrained in a childor infant restraint. The instructions for the restraint will say whether it is theright type and size for your child.
at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12-lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240-lb. (110 kg) force on your arms. The babywould be almost impossible to hold. Secure the baby in an infant restraint. A A CAUTION: J Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much until a crash. During a crash a babywill become so heavy you can’t hold it.
Built-in Child Restraint (Option) If your vehicle has this option, there’s a built-in child restraint in the center rear seat position. This chld restraint system conforms to all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. This child restraint is designed for use only by children who weigh between 22 and 60 pounds (10 and 27 kg) and whose height is between 33.5 and 5 1 inches (850 and 1 295 mm) and who are capableof sitting upright alone. The child should also be at least one year old.
e.' A: Which slots should I use for my child? With the child seated on the child restraint cushion, above the top use the pairof slots that is at or just of the child's shoulders. With this built-in child restraint,you can adjust the height of the harness. Dependingon the seated height of the child,you can route it through the upper pair of slots (A), the middle pairof slots (B) or thelower pair of slots (C). For the child shown here, the harness should go through the middle pair of slots (B).
@ What if the top of my child’s shoulders is above the highest pair of slots? A: A child whose shoulders are above the highest slots shouldn’t use this child restraint. Instead, the child should sit on the vehicle’s seat cushion and use the vehicle’s safety belts. MAKE SURE THE TOP OF THE CHILD’S SHOULDERS IS BELOW THE SLOTS THAT THE HARNESS GOES THROUGH.A CHILD WHOSE SHOULDERS ARE ABOVE THOSE A SLOTS COULD BE INJURED DURING SUDDEN STOP OR CRASH.
2. If the left and right halves of the shoulder harness clip are fastened together, separate them. 3. If the lap-shoulder harness is buckled, unlatch it by pushing the button on the buckle.
4. Pull down the seatback part of the pad (D). 1-38 5. Select one side of the harness. Add some slack to the shoulder part by pulling up on the lap part. You’ll keep most of this slack until you finish Step 9.
6. Feed a small amount of harness slack back into the slot. 7. Twist the harness slightly to removeit from the slot. 8. Move the harness up or down to the correctslot. The correct slotis the onethat will be at or just above the top of the child’s shoulder.
9. Twist the harness slightly to route it through the correct slot. 10. Pull on the harness. Make sure it is properly routed and isn’t twisted or flipped over. 1 1. Repeat Steps 5 through 10 for the other side of the harness. Be sure both sides are adjusted to the same height. 12. Move the pad back against the child restraint seatback. Make sure the harness goes through the slots in the pad that match the height adjustment slots being used. 13. Press the upper edge of the pad against the fastener strip.
Securing a Child in the Built-in Child Restraint Using the vehicle’s regular safety belts ona child seated on the child restraint cushion can cause serious injury to the child in a sudden stop or crash. If a child is the proper size for the built-in child restraint, secure the child usingthe child restraint’s harness. But children who are too large forthe built-in child restraint should sit on the vehicle’s regular seat and use the regular safety belts.
1. If the left and right halvesof the shoulder harness clip are fastenedtogether, seprate them. 2. If the lap-shoulder harnessis buckled, unlatch it by pushing the button on the buckle. 3. Place the child on the child restraint cushion.
4. Select only one sideof the harness. Pull thelap part of the harness out,and place the harnessover the child’s shoulder. If both sides of the harnessare pulled out, the lap parts will lock. If the lap parts lock, let both sides of the harnessgo back all theway so each sidewill move freely again. Then repeat this step, pulling only one side of the harnessout. (F) into the buckle until it clicks. 5.
7. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull on both latch plates to make sure they are secure. A green indicator will show in each latch plate window (G). If the harness locks before the latch plate reaches the buckle, let the harness go all the way back so it will move freely again. Then repeat Steps 6 and 7. Be sure tokeep the harness pulled all the way out until you buckle it. Once both sides of the lap-shoulder harness are pulled out of the retractor and buckled, the harness will lock.
An unfastened shoulder harnessclip won’t help keep the harness in place on the child’s shoulders. If the harnessisn’t on the child’s shoulders, it won’t be able to restrainthe child’s upper body in a sudden stop or crash. The child could be seriously injured. Make sure the harness clip is properly fastened. 8. Now fasten the left and right halves of the shoulder harness cliptogether. The indicatorwindow (H) on the clip will showgreen when the two halves are fastened together.
If the harness still doesn’t lock, don’t use the child restraint. See your dealer tohave the built-in child restraint serviced. 9. On both sides of the harness, pull up on the lap part a little to be sure it’s locked. If the harnessisn’t locked, orif it becomes too tight, unfasten the harness clip. Then unlatch the harness by pushing the button on the buckle, and let both sides of the harness go all the way back so they will move freely again, Then, repeat Steps 4 through 8. 1-46 10.
Removing the Childfrom the Built-in Child Restraint I 2. Unlatch the harnessby pushing the button on the buckle. 1. Unfasten the shoulder harness clip. 3. Move one sideof the harness off the child’s shoulder, and let the harness go all the way back. 4. Move the other side of the harnessoff the child’s shoulder, and let it go all the way back. 5. Remove the child fromthe child restraint cushion.
Storing the Built-in Child Restraint Always properly store the built-in child restraint before using the vehicle’slap belt in the center rear seat position. I 1. Buckle the harness and fasten the harness clip. 4. Then press the leg rest firmly into the seatback, and secure it by pressing the upper corners against the fastener strips on the seatback. 2. Fold the child restraint cushion and leg rest up into the seatback. 3. Press the child restraint cushion firmly into the seatback.
Child Restraints Be sure the child restraintis designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, itwill have a label sayingthat it meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Then follow the instructions forthe restraint. You may find these instructionson the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both. These restraintsuse 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.
Top Strap A child in a child restraint in thecenter front seat can be badly injured by the right front passenger air bag if it inflates. Neversecure a child restraint in the center front seat. It’s always better to secure a child restraint in the rearseat. You may, however, securea forward-facing child restraint in the right front passenger seat,but only with the seat moved all the way back. Wherever you install it, be sure to secure the child restraint properly.
If your child restraint has a top strap,your dealer can obtain akit with anchor hardware and installation instructions specifically designed for this vehicle. The dealer can then install theanchor for you. In Canada, this work will be done for you free of charge. Or, you may install the anchor yourself using the instructions provided in the kit. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint.
5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 6. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let 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.
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear SeatPosition U You’ll be using the lapbelt. A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured by the right frontpassenger air bag if it inflates. Neversecure a child restraint in the center front seat. It’s always better to secure a child restraint in the rear seat. You may, however, secure a forward-facingchild restraint in the right frontpassenger seat, but only with the seat moved allthe way back.
7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure itis 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. Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 5. Buckle the belt.
A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured if the right front passenger’s air bag inflates. Thisis because the backof a rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag. Always secure a rear-facing child restraintin the rear seat. 4. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how.
r 6. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set thelock. I 7. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder 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 Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window so the childcan wear a lap-shoulderbelt and get the additional restraint a shoulderbelt can provide. Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained inthe rear seat. But they need to use the safety beltsproperly. 0 Children who aren’tbuckled up can be thrown out in a crash.
I Never do this. Here twochildren are wearing the same belt. The belt can’tproperly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time.
A CAUTION: - Never do this. a seat that has a Here a child is sitting in lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind way, in the child. If the child wears the belt in this a crash the child might slideunder the belt. The belt’s force wouldthen be appliedright on the child’s abdomen.That could cause seriousor fatal iniuries. Wherever the child sits, the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the child’s thighs.
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 the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. If your vehicle has a built-in child restraint, also periodically make sure the harness straps, latch plates, buckle, clip, retractors and anchorages are working properly.
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you’ve had a crash, doyou need new safety belts or built-in child restraint parts? After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the safety belts or built-in child restraint harness straps were stretched, as they would be if worn during a more severe crash, then you need new safety belts or harness straps. If safety belts or built-in child restraint harness straps are cut or damaged, replace them.
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Section 2 FeaturesandControls 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 thattell you if everything isworking properly -- and what to do if you have a problem.
Keys e Leaving young children ina vehicle with the ignition keyis 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 ina vehicle with young children.
The ignitionkeys are for the ignition only. The ignitionkeys don’t have plugs. Your Buick dealer or Roadside Assistance has thecode for your keys. Each plug has a code on it that tells your dealer ora qualified locksmith how to make extra doorkeys. Keep If you lose your door keys, the plugs in a safe place. you’ll be able to have new ones made easily using these plugs. 1 The door keys are for the doors and all otherlocks.
Door Locks Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out. When adoor is locked, the inside handle won’t open it. Outsiders can easilyenter through an unlocked door when you slow downor stop your vehicle. This may not be so obvious: You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locked. Wear safety belts properly, lock yourdoors, and you will be far better off whenever you drive your vehicle.
Power Door Locks Lockout Prevention Feature Press the power door lock switch to lock orunlock all doors. .I L The rear doors donot have power door lock switches. The lever on each rear door works only that door’s lock. It won’t lock orunlock all the doors. This feature prevents a driver who has left the key in the vehicle’s ignition from locking the doors by using the power door locks while any door is open.
Rear Door Security Locks Your Buick is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengersfrom opening the rear doorsof your vehiclefrom the inside.To use one of these locks: 1. Open one of the rear doors. 2. On the inside of the rear door will be a lock. Insert your key into this lock and rotate it upward. This will engage the safety lock. 3. Close the door. 4. Do the same thing to the other rear doorlock.
Automatic Power Door Locks Programmable Automatic Power Door Locks is a standard feature that is intended to provide enhanced security and convenience by automatically lockingand unlocking doors. This feature provides four operating modes. For your vehicle, you may select and program one of the following four operatingmodes: Mode 1: No automatic door lock or unlock. Mode 2: Automatic all-door lock when the transmission is shifted outof PARK (P). No automatic door unlock.
The Programmable Automatic Power Door Locks will be in operating Mode 3 when your vehicle is shipped from the factory. Disconnecting the vehicle battery for up to a year will not change the programmed mode of the Programmable Automatic Power Door Locks. Delayed Locking Delayed Locking allows the doors to be locked while passengers are exiting the vehicle. This feature also provides a brief time period after all the doors are closed, but before the doors are locked,in which the doors may be reopened.
You may also customizeyour vehicle to activatethe Delayed Locking function as described above, you or may choose to completely disable the functionallat times. If disabled, thepower door lockswill activate immediately when a power door lock switchis pressed.
This devicecomplies with RSS-210 of Industry and Science Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Changes or modifications to thissystem by other than an authorized service facility couldvoid authorization to use this equipment. This system hasa range of about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m).
Security Feedback Security Feedback provides audible and/or visible feedback that a remote keyless entry lock or unlock command has been received and executed. Your vehicle’s ignition must be off for this featureto work. You may select oneof four operatingmodes for reception of a lock command. You may also select one of four operatingmodes for receptionof an unlock command. The selection and programming of the lock and unlock operating modes are independentof each other.
the current unlock mode, providing you with feedback. When the door unlock switch is released, the vehicle will remain in the most recent unlock mode. Instant Alarm Disconnecting the vehicle’s battery for up to a year will not change the programmed mode of the lock and unlock Security Feedback functions. This feature allows youto activate an alarmby pressing a switch on the remote keyless entry transmitter. Your vehicle’s ignition mustbe off for the Instant Alarmto work.
Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about three years. You can tell the batteryis weak if the transmitterwon’t work at thenormal range inany location. If you have to get close toyour vehicle before the transmitter works, it’s probably time to change thebattery. NOTICE: When replacing the battery, use care not to touch any of the circuitry.
Resynchronizing Your Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter After you have changed the battery in your transmitter, you will need to resynchronize the transmitter. To do this, press the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the transmitter together and hold for approximately seven seconds or until three brief horn chirps are heard. You will also need to use this procedure if your vehicle has lost battery power for anextended period of time.
Trunk Lock To unlock the trunk from the outside, insert the door key and turn it. You can also press the car symbol on your remote keyless entry transmitter. When you park your Buick and open the driver’s door, you’ll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you. Always do this. Your steering wheel will be locked, and so will your ignition and transaxle. And remember to lock the doors. Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot, closeall windows and lock your vehicle.
PASS-Key@I1 Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS-Key I1 (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft-deterrent system. PASS-Key I1 is a passive theft-deterrent system. It works when you insert or remove the key from the ignition. PASS-Key I1 uses a resistor pellet in the ignition key that matches a decoder in your vehicle. When the PASS-Key I1 system senses that someone is using the wrong key,it shuts downthe vehicle’s starter and fuel systems.
Ignition Positions New Vehicle “Break-In” NOTICE: Your modern Buick doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform betterin the long run if you follow these guidelines: 0 Don’t drive at any one speed fast or slow for the first500 miles (805 km). Don’t make full-throttle starts. Avoid making hard stops for thefirst 200 miles (322 km) orso. During this time your new brake linings aren’t yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement.
LOCK (B): Before you put the key into the ignition switch, the switch is in LOCK. It’s also the only position from which you can remove your key. This position locks your ignition, steering wheel and transaxle. It’s a theft-deterrent feature. OFF (C): This position lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel, It doesn’t lock the steering wheel like LOCK. Use OFF if you must have your vehicle pushed or towed. RUN (D): This position is where the key returns after you start your vehicle.
Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever toPARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine won’t start in any other position -- that’s a safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. I NOTICE: Don’t try to shift toPARK (P) if your Buick is moving. If you do, you could damage the transaxle. Shift toPARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped. 1 . Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key.
2. If your engine 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 asyou hold the key in START for up to 15 seconds. This clearsthe extra gasoline from the engine. Engine Coolant Heater (Option) NOTICE: Your engine is designed to workwith the If you add electrical electronics in your vehicle. way parts oraccessories, you could change the the engine operates.
To Use the Coolant Heater 4. Before starting the engine, be sure tounplug and store the cord as itwas before to keep it away from moving engine parts. If you don’t, it could be damaged. 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The cord is attached to the diagonal bracenear the coolant recoverytank. 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet.
Automatic Transaxle Operation PARK (P): This locks your front wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily. CAUTIO,. : It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the PARK (P) with the shift lever is not fully in parking brake firmlyset. Your vehiclecan roll. Don’t leave yourvehicle when the engine is running unlessyou have to. If you have left the engine running, thevehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured.
Make sure the shift lever is fully into PARK (P) range before starting the engine. Your Buick has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You must fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in RUN. If you cannot shift outof PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever by pushing it all the way into PARK (P) while keeping the brake pedal pushed down. See “Shifting Out of PARK (P)” in the Index. REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up.
AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE(@): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: THIRD (3): This position is also used for normal driving, but it offers more power and lower fuel economy than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (0). Going less than 35 mph (56 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. Here are some times you might choose THIRD (3) instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (0): Going about 35 mph (56 k m h ) or more, push the accelerator pedal all the way down.
SECOND (2): This position givesyou more power but lower fueleconomy. You can use SECOND (2) on hills. It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads, butthen you would also want to use your brakesoff and on. FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power (but lower fueleconomy) than SECOND (2). You can use iton very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the (1)’the transaxlewon’t shift shift lever is put FIRST in into firstgear until thevehicle is going slowly enough.
Parking Brake To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot. Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot. To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot and push the parking brake pedal with your left foot. When you lift your left foot, the parking brake pedal will follow it to the released position.
Shifting Into PP q K (P) r A CAUTIO”’: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever isnot fully in PARK (P) with the parking brakefirmly set. Your vehiclecan roll. If you have leftthe engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when you’re on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow. If you’re pullinga trailer, see “Towing aTrailer” in the Index. 1.
~ Leaving Your Vehicle With the r-gine Rul:--'--T I I Move the lever up as far as it will go. It can be dangerousto leave your vehicle withthe engine running.Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift leveris not fully inPARK (P) with theparking brakefirmly set. And,if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch fire.You or others could be injured. Don't leave your vehicle withthe engine running unless you haveto. 3. Move the ignition key to LOCK. 4.
Torque Lock Shifting Out of PARK (P) If you are parkingon a hill and you don’t shift your transaxle intoPARK (P) 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 theshift To lever out of PARK (P). This is called “torque lock.” prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver’s seat. To find out how, see “Shifting IntoPARK (P)” in the Index.
Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust r 1 Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under yourvehicle and ignite. Don’t park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can 2-30 Engine exhaust cankill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. Your vehicle gets rusty underneath. Your vehicle was damaged in a collision.
Running Your Engine While You’re Parked It’s better not to park with the engine running.But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle (see the earlier Caution under “Engine Exhaust”). Also, idling in a closed-in place can let deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your vehicle even if the fan switch is at the highest setting. One place this can happenis a garage. Exhaust with CO can come ineasily.
Windows Power Windows The driver’s window switch has an express-down feature. Thisswitch is labeled AUTO. Tap the rear of the switch, and the driver’s window will open a small amount. If the rear of the switch is pressed all the way down, the window will go all the way down. To stop the window while it is lowering, press the front of the switch. To raise the window, press and hold the front of the switch. The driver’s window controls alsoinclude a lock-out switch.
Horn Tilt Steering Wheel A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You to the can also raise it highest levelto give your legs more roomwhen you exit and enter the vehicle. Press on or anywhere near the horn symbols on your steering wheel pad to sound the horn. To tilt the wheel, hold the steeringwheel and pull the lever. Move the steeringwheel to a comfortable level, then release the lever to lock the wheel into place.
Turn SignaUMultifunction Lever Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way upor down. When theturn is finished, the lever will return automatically. An arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change.
To signal a lane change, justraise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash. Hold it there until you complete your lane change. The leverwill return by itself when you release it. Flash-to-Pass Feature This feature lets you use your high-beam headlamps to signal the driver in front of you that you want to pass. It works even if your headlamps are off.
Windshield Wipers For steady wiping at low speed, turn the band to LO. For high-speed wiping, turn the band further, to HI. To stop the wipers, turn the band to OFF. You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes. This can be very useful in light rain or snow. Turn the band to choose the delay time. The closer to LO, the shorter the delay. Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. If they're frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them.
Windshield Washer Cruise Control (Option) At the top of the multifunction lever, there’s a paddle with the word PUSH on it. To spray washer fluid on the windshield, push the paddle.The wipers will runfor several sweeps and theneither stop or return to your preset speed. See “Windshield Washer Fluid” in the Index. The LOW WASH light on your instrument panel cluster will glow when the fluid levelis low.
When you apply your brakes, the cruise control shuts off. /tl CAC LION: Cruise control can be dangerous whereyou can't drive safely at a steady speed.So, don't use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic. Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads.On such roads,fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning, and you could lose control. Don't use cruise control on slippery roads.
Resuming aSet Speed Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control 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. There are two ways to go to a higher speed: Once you’re going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can move the cruise control switch from ON to R/A (Resume/Accelerate) for abouthalf a second. You’ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there.
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are twoways to reduce your speed while using cruise control: Push in the SETKOAST button until you reach the lower speed you want, then release it. To slow down in very small amounts, push the SET button for less than half a second. Each time you do this, you’ll go 1 mph (1.6 km/h) slower. Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increaseyour speed.
Exterior Lamps The lamp controls are located on the instrumentpanel. They control these systems: Headlamps Taillamps 0 Parklamps 0 License Lamps 0 Sidemarker Lamps 0 Instrument Panel Lamps 0 Courtesy Lamps If you pull the knob out halfway, it will turn on only your parklamps. If you pull the knob all the way out, your headlamps will then come on. Push the knob in all the way to turn off the lamps.
Daytime Running Lamps / Automatic Headlamp Control Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to seethe front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset. A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the DRL work, so be sure itisn’t covered.
Twilight Sentinel Twilight Sentinel provides aperiod of exterior illumination as you leave the vicinity of your vehicle. The feature is activated when your vehicle’s headlamps are on due to the automatic headlamp control feature described previously in this section, and when your vehicle’s ignition is turned off. Your headlamps will then remain on until the headlamp switch is moved from OFF to the parklamp position or until a 90 second illumination period has elapsed.
Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness Control dim after the delay time until they go out. The delay time is canceled if you turn the ignition key to RUN or START, so the lamps will dim right away. You can brighten or dim the instrumentpanel lights by moving the LIGHTS dial. If you turn the dial past MAX, your courtesy or interior lamps will come on. When the ignition is on, Illuminated Entry is inactive, which means the courtesy lamps won’t come on unless a door is opened.
Delayed Exit Lighting This feature illuminates your vehicle’s interior for a period of time after the ignition key is removed from the ignition. Rearview Mirror Reading Lamps (If Equipped) The vehicle’s ignition must be off for Delayed Exit Lighting towork. When the ignitionkey is removed, interior illumination will activate and remain on until: 0 The ignition is turned to theRUN position. 0 The power door locks are activated. 0 An illumination period of 25 seconds has elapsed.
Battery Rundown Protection Mirrors Your vehicle has a feature to help prevent you from draining the battery in case you accidentally leave the interior courtesylamps, reading/map lamps, visor vanity lamps, trunk lamp, underhood lamp or glove box lamps on. If you leave any of these lamps on, they will automatically turn off after 20 minutes, if the ignition is in the OFF position.
Electrochromic Daymight Rearview Mirror (If Equipped) -- The mirror's two outer buttons operate the lights on the bottom sides of the mirror. One photocell on the front of the mirror senses when it is becoming dark outside. Another photocell, facing rearward, senses headlamps behind you. To turn the electrochromic featureoff, press the button in the center of the mirror again. To keep the photocells operating well, occasionally clean them with a cotton swab and glass cleaner.
Power Outside Mirrors(Option) I The power mirror control switches are located near the driver’s side window,on the annrest. To choose either the left or right outside mirror, move the top switchfrom left through neutralto right. Press anyof the four buttons located below the top switch to move the mirrors in the desired direction. Heated Foldaway Outside Mirrors (If Equipped) The left and right outside mirrors areheated when you activate the rear window defogger.
Storage Compartments Convenience Net (If Equipped) Glove Box Use the door key to lock and unlock the glove box. To open, lift the latch. Storage Armrest (If Equipped) To use the storage area, fold downthe armrest located in the center front seat. Pressthe latch on the front edge and pull up. Dual oversized cupholderswill fold out from within the storage armrest. You may also have an armrest located within the center back seat of your vehicle. It may have a storage areaand cupholders.
Ashtrays and Lighter The center frontashtray is located on the instrument panel, just below the comfort controls. To remove the ashtray, open the lid and lift it out. The rear ashtray is located within a small door at the back of your vehicle’s front seat armrest. Push on the right side of the door. The ashtray will then rotate to the right for usage. You can only access the ashtray by pushing on the door’s right side.
Visor Vanity Mirrors Auxiliary Power Connection Open the cover to expose the vanity mirror. If your vehicle has the optional lighted vanity mirrors, the lamps come on when you open the cover. Your vehicle is equipped with an auxiliary power connection. This feature can be used to add aftermarket electrical equipment to your vehicle. It is located on the passenger’s side of the vehicle, below the fusepanel.
Sunroof (If Equipped) Your Buick may be ;?quipped withan express-open sunroof. It includes a sliding glass paneland a one-piece sunshade. The control switch works only when the ignition or RAP is on. See “Retained Accessory Power” in the Index. The control switch is located overhead on the headliner. Push the rear of the switch a second time and the sunroof will open the remainder of the way by itself. This is the express-open feature.
Instrument Panel -- Your Information System A. Lamp Controls D. Glove Box B. Instrument Cluster E. Audio System E Climate Control C.
Instrument Panel Cluster Standard Cluster: United States Version Shown, Canadian Similar Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glancehow your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, about how much fuel is in your tank and many other things you need to drive safely and economically.
Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour ( k d h ) . Your odometer shows how far your vehicle hasbeen driven in either miles (used in the United States) or in kilometers (used in Canada). Your Buick has a tamper-resistantodometer. If you see ERROR, you’ll know someone has probably tampered with it and the numbers may not be accurate. You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed.
When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving, orwhen one of the gages shows there may be aproblem, check the section that tells you what to do about it. Please followthis manual’s advice. Waiting to do repairs can be costly -- and even dangerous. So please get to know your warning lights and gages. They’re a big help.
The air bag readiness light should flash for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN. If the light doesn’t comeon then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. Charging System Light 4 The charging system light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition, as a check toshow you it’s working. Then it should go out. Brake System Warning Light Your Buick’s hydraulic brake system is divided intotwo parts.
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning lighton. is Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead or if the to anaccident. If the light is still on anti-lock brake system warning light is flashing after you’ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service. When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will also come on when you set your parking brake.
4nti-Lock Brake System Active Light ON: Your regular brake system may not be working properly if theanti-lock brake system warning light is flashing. Driving with the anti-lock brake system warning light flashing can lead to an accident. After you’ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service. If the anti-lock brake system warning light stays on longer than normal after you’ve started your engine, turn the ignition off.
Engine Coolant Temperature Light - h TEMP This lighttells you that your engine coolanthas overheated or your radiator cooling fan isnot working. The lightshould come on briefly when your ignition is turned on to show you that it isworking. If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn off the engineas soon as possible. In “Problems on the Road,” this manual shows what to do. See “Engine Overheating” in theIndex.
Low Coolant Warning Light Low Traction Light If this light comes on, your system is low on coolant LOW COOLANT and the engine may overheat. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index and have your vehicle serviced as soon as you can. The light will come on briefly when your ignition is turned on to show you that it is working properly. LOW TRAC When your anti-lock system is adjusting brake pressure to help avoid a braking skid, this light will come on.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light) SERVICE ENGINE SOON Your Buick is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This system is called OBD I1 (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions areat acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment. (In Canada, OBD I1 is replaced by Enhanced Diagnostics.
If the LightIs Flashing If the Light Is On Steady The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following: 0 Reducing vehiclespeed. Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle? 0 Avoiding hard accelerations. 0 Avoiding steep uphill grades. 0 If you are towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible.
Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuelyour vehicle with quality fuel (see “Fuel” in the Index). Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed.You may notice this as stalling after start-up, stalling when you put the vehicle into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration or stumbling onacceleration. (These conditions may go away once the engine is warmed up.) This will be detected by the system and cause the light to turn on.
Low Oil Level Light Don’t keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches fire. You or others could beburned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced. I NOTICE: Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costlyand is not covered by your warranty. LOW OIL Your engine is equipped with an oil level monitoring system. When the ignition key is turned on, the LOW OIL light will come on briefly.
Change Oil Soon Light CHANGE OIL SOON Your CHANGE OIL SOON light should come on as a bulb check when you start the engine. If this light stays on for about20 seconds after you turn on the ignition, have the oil chaneed. When to change your oil also depends on driving habits and conditions because they directly affect engine speed, coolant temperature and vehicle speed. Because of this, the CHANGE OIL SOON light may come on as early as 2,000 miles (3,200 km)or less forharsh conditions.
Cruise Light The CRUISE light comes on whenever you set your cruise control.See “Cruise Control” in the Index. CRUISE These problems may not be obvious and may affect vehicle performance or durability. Consult a qualified Buick dealership fornecessary repairs to maintain top vehicle performance. The lightwill come on briefly when your ignition is turned on to show that it is working properly.
Door/Trunk Ajar Warning Light This light will come on if your trunk or any door is not completely closed. DOORDRUNK Fuel Gage 0 At the service station, the pump shuts off before the gage reads FULL (F). 0 It takes a little more or lessfuel to fill up than the gage indicated. For example, the gage may have indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a little more or lessthan half the tank’s capacity to fill it. 0 The gage moves a little when you turn a corneror speed up.
Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this section, you’ll find out how to operatethe comfort controland audio systems offered with your Buick. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle.
Temperature Knob Comfort Controls Manual Single Zone Climate Control . - The center knob changes the temperature of the air coming through the system.Turn this knob toward red (clockwise) for warmer air. Turn it toward blue (counterclockwise) for cooler air. Mode Knob The right knob has several settings to controlthe direction of airflow: 0 I I COMFORT CONTROL l I With this system, you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation in your vehicle.
BI-LEV: This setting brings in outside air and directs it two ways. Half of the air is directed through the instrument panel outlets.Most of the remaining air is directed through the floor ductsand a littleto the defrost and side window vents. The air conditioningcompressor will run automatically in this setting unless the outside temperature isbelow 40°F (4°C). VENT This setting brings in outside air and directs it through the instrument panel outlets.
Heating On cold days, use HTR with the temperature knob all the way in the red area. The system will bring in outside air, heat it and send it to the floor ducts. Dual ComforTemp Climate Control (If Equipped) If your vehicle has an engine coolant heater, you can use it to help your system provide warm air faster when it’s cold outside (OOF (- 18°C) or lower). An engine coolant heater warms the coolant your engine and heating system use to provide heat. See “Engine Coolant Heater” in the Index.
Driver’s Temperature Knob The center knob sets the temperature forthe driver’s outlets. Turn the knob toward red (clockwise) for warmer air. Turn it toward blue (counterclockwise) for cooler air. Passenger’s Temperature Lever The bottom lever adjusts the air temperature on the passenger’s side independent of the temperature set by the driver. Slide the lever toward the right to raise the temperature. Slidethe lever toward the left to lower the temperature.
The air conditioning compressor will run automatically in this setting unless the outside temperature is below 40°F (4°C). (Even when the compressor is running, you can control the temperature.) Air Conditioning On very hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot, inside airescape. This reduces the time for the vehicle to cool down. For a quick cool-down on very hot days, use MAX with the temperature knobs all the way in the blue area.
Dual Automatic ComforTemp Climate Control (If Equipped) Automatic Control For themost efficient operation,you should set the system temperatureand press AUTO. The system will select the best fan speed and airflow settings tokeep you comfortable. The air conditioning compressor will run if the outside temperature is above 40°F (4°C). You may notice adelay of two to three minutes before the fan comes on at start up in coolweather. Driver’s Temperature Control With this system, you set atemperature.
Passenger’s Temperature Control Manual Control The PASSENGER CONTROL buttons with the arrows adjust thetemperature on the passenger’s side so it is warmer or coolerthan the temperature set by the driver. Push the DUAL button so the indicatorlight on it is lit. Press the right arrow button to raise the temperature. Press the left arrow button to lower the temperature. The display will not show the passenger’s side temperature, only that of the driver.
FRONT This setting brings in outside air and directs most of the air through the defrost vent. Some of the air also goes to the floor ducts and the side window defogger outlets. The indicatoron the button will light and WINDSHIELD will be lit in the display. The air conditioningcompressor will run automatically in this settingunless the outside temperature isbelow 40°F (4°C). VENT This pushbutton turns the air conditioning compressor on and off. The indicator lightswhen the compressor is turned off.
Heating On cold days,use HTR with the temperature knob all the way in the red area. Thesystem will bring in outside air, heat it and send it tothe floor ducts. Ventilation System Adjust the direction of airflow by moving the louvered vents. If your vehicle has an engine coolantheater, you can use it to help your system provide warm air fasterwhen it’s cold outside (0°F (-18°C) or lower). An engine coolant heater warms the coolant your engine and heating system use to provide heat.
Ventilation Tips 0 Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow or any other obstruction,such as leaves. The heaterand defroster will work far better, reducing the chance of fogging the insideof your windows. When you enter a vehicle in cold weather, adjust the mode knob or button to FLOOR and the fan to the highest speed for a few seconds before driving off. This helps clearthe intake ductsof snow and moisture and reduces thechance of fogging the inside of your windows.
Audio Systems If you turn it on again, the rear defogger will only run for about fiveminutes before turning off. You can also turn it off by pressing the button again. Do not attach anything like a temporary vehicle license or decal acrossthe defogger grid. h I NOTICE: I Don’t use a razor blade or anything else sharpon the insideof the rear window.If you do, you could cutor damage the warming grid, and the repairs wouldn’t be covered by your warranty.
AM-FM Stereo RECALL: Press the upper knob briefly to recall the station being played or to display the clock. To change what is normally shown on the display (station or time), press the knob until you see the display you want, then hold the knob until the display flashes.If you press the knob when the ignition is off, the clock will show for a few seconds. Finding a Station AM-FM: Press the AM-FM button to switch between AM, FMl and FM2. The display shows your selection.
PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations.You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2). Just: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press the AM-FM button to select the band. 3. Tune in the desired station. 4. Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons. The sound will mute. When it returns, release the button. Whenever you press that numbered button, the station you set will return. 5 . Repeat the steps for each pushbutton.
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player (If Equipped) RECALL: Press the upper knob briefly to recall the station being played or to display the clock. To change what is normally shown on the display (station or time), press the knob until you see the display you want, then hold the knob until the display flashes. If you press the knob when the ignition is off, the clock will show for a few seconds. Finding a Station AM-FM: Press the lower knob to switch between AM, FMl and FM2.
PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM 1 and six FM2). Just: 1 . Turn the radio on. 2 . Press AM-FM to select the band. 3. Tune in the desired station. 4. Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons. The sound will mute. When it returns, release the button. Whenever you press that numbered button, the station you set will return. 5. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton.
While the tape is playing, use the VOLUME, FADE, BAL, BASS and TREB controls just asyou do for the radio. Other controls may have different functionswhen a tape is inserted. The display will show an arrow to show which side of the tape is playing. If you want to insert a tapewhen the ignition or radiois off, first press EJECT or RECALL. Note that the cassette tape adapter kits for portable compact disc players will work in your cassette tape player. Your tape bias is set automatically.
SIDE (5): Press this button to change the side of the tape that is playing. AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped) 00 (6): Press this button to reduce background noise. The display will show either OFF or ON for a few seconds when you press the button. - ... . . . . . Dolby@Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories LicensingCorporation. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
RECALL: Press this button briefly to recall the station being played or to display the clock. To change what is normally shown on the display (station or time), press this button until you see the display you want, then hold the button until the display flashes.If you press the button when the ignition is off, the clock will show for a few seconds. Finding a Station AM-FM: Press this button to switch between AM,FMl and FM2.The display shows your selection.
AUTO SET Press this button and the system will seek and set the 12 strongest FM or the 6 strongest AM stations on your preset buttons (depending on which band (AM or FM) you are listening to). AUTO SET will flash while seeking and will remain on until this function iscomplete. To return to the stations you manually set, press AUTO SET again. Setting theTone BASS: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob to increase or decreasebass. TREB: Press this knob lightly so it extends.
If you want to insert a tape when the ignition or radio is off, first press EJECT or RECALL. Note that the cassette tape adapter kits for portable compact disc players will work in your cassette tape player. NEXT (2): Press this button to search for the next selection on the tape. Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for NEXT to work. The sound will mute while seeking. Your tape bias is setautomatically.
AM-FM: Press this button to play the radio when a tape is in the player. AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control(If Equipped) SOURCE: Press this button to change to the tape function when the radio is on. TAPE PLAY with an arrow will appear on the displaywhen the tape is active. EJECT Press this button to remove the tape. The radio will play. If you leave a cassette tape in the player while listening to the radio, it may become warm.
RECALL: Press this button briefly to recall thestation being played or to displaythe clock. To change what is normally shown on the display (station or time), press the button until you see the display you want, then hold the button until the display flashes.If you press the button when the ignition is off, the clock will show for a few seconds. Finding a Station AM-FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FMl and FM2. The display shows your selection.
AUTO SET Press this button and the system will seek and set the 12 strongest FM or the 6 strongest AM stations on your preset buttons (depending on which band (AM or FM) you are listening to). AUTO SETwill flash while seeking and will remain on until this function is complete. To return to the stations you manually set, press AUTO SET again. Setting the Tone BASS: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob to increase or decrease bass. TREB: Press this knob lightly so it extends.
0 E20: It is dirty, scratched or wet. E20: There's too much moisture in the air. (Wait about an hour and try again.) If any error occurs'fbpeatedly or if an error can't be corrected, please contact your dealer. If your radio displays an error number, write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem. PREV (1): Press this button to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played.
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped) RECALL: Press this button briefly to recall the station being played or to display the clock. To change what is normally shown on the display (station or time), press the RECALL button until you see the display you want, then hold the RECALL button until the display flashes. If you press the button when the ignition is off, the clock will show for afew seconds.
PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FMl and six FM2). Just: AUTO SET: Press this button and the system will seek and set the 12 strongest FM or the 6 strongest AM 2 . Press AM-FM to select the band. stations on your preset buttons. AUTO SET will flash while seekingand will remain on until this function is complete. To return to the stationsyou manually set, press AUTO SET again. 3. Tune in the desired station.
Adjusting the Speakers If you want to insert a tape when the ignition or radiois BAL: Press this knob lightly so it extends.Turn the off, first press EJECT or RECALL. knob to move the sound to the left or rightspeakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers. Your tape bias is set automatically. FADE: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob to move the sound to the front orrear speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers.
NEXT (2): Press this button to search for the next selection on the tape, Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for NEXT to work. The sound will mute while seeking. The SEEK down and up arrows will also find the previous and next selections on the tape. EJECT: The system has two EJECT buttons. rress me button near the CD slot to remove a disc. Press the button near the tape slot to remove a tape and the radio will play.
Playing a Compact Disc Insert a disc partway into the slot, label sideup. The player will pull it in. The disc should begin playing. If you want to insert a CD while the ignition or the radio is off, first press EJECT or RECALL. If you’re driving on a very rough road or if it’s very hot, the disc may not play and an error codemay appear on the display. When things getback to normal, the disc should play. If the disc comes out,it could be that: 0 E20: The disc is upside down.
AM-FM: Press this button to play the radio when a d.i,sc is in the player. SOURCE: Press this button to change to the disc function when the radio is on. When disc a is inserted the disc will play until you press AM-FM. Then the disc will stop playing and the radio will play. Press SOURCE again to play a disc again.CD PLAY will show on the display. 9 EJECT Press this button to remove the disc. The radio will play. If you turn off the ignition or radio with a disc inthe player, it will stay in the player.
NOTE: If you allow more than 15 seconds to elapse between any steps, the radioautomatically reverts to time and you must start the procedure over at Step 4. 1. Write down any three or four-digit number from 000 to 1999 and keep it in a safe place separate from the vehicle. 2. Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN. Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature Aftera Power Loss Enter your secret codeas follows; pause no more than 15 seconds between steps: 1. LOC appears when the ignition is on. 2.
Disabling the Theft-Deterrent Feature Enter your secret code as follows;pause no more than 15 seconds between steps: 1. Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN. 2. Turn the radio off. 3. Press the 1 and 4 buttons together. Hold them down until SEC shows on the display. 4. Press MTN and 000 will appear on the display. 5. Press MIN again to make the last two digits agree with your code. 6. Press HRS to make the first one or two digits agree with your code. 7.
AM-FM: Press this button to choose AM, FM1 or FM2. If a cassette tape or compact disc is playing, press this button to stop it and the radio will play. SRCE: Press this button to change to the cassette tape, compact disc function or return to playing the radio. Understanding Radio Reception FM Stereo FM stereo will give you the best sound, but FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km). Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals, causing the sound to come and go.
To help avoid hearing loss ordamage: 0 Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting. 0 Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly. NOTICE: Before youadd any sound equipment toyour vehicle like a tapeplayer, CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way radio be sure you can add what you want. If you can, it’s very important to do itproperly. Addedsound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s engine, Delcoradio or other systems, and even damage them.
Cleaning may be done with a scrubbing action, non-abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn. A scrubbing action cleaning cassette is available through your dealership. You may also choose a non-scrubbing action, wet-type cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head. This type of cleaning cassette may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner.
Backglass Antenna (If Equipped) Your AM-FM antenna is integrated with your rear window defogger, located in the rear window. Be sure that the inside surfaceof the rear window is not scratched and that the lines on the glass are not damaged. If the inside surfaceis damaged, it could interfere with radio reception. NOTICE: Because this antenna is built into your rear window, there is areduced risk of damage caused by car washes and vandals.
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@ Section 4 Your Drivingandthe Road Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We’ve also included many other useful tips on driving.
Defensive Driving F A The best advice anyone can give aboutdriving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very Important safety device in your Buick: Buckle up. (See “Safety Belts” in the Index.) Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads or freeways, itmeans “always expect the unexpected.” Assume that pedestrians or other drivers aregoing to be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might do. Be ready for their mistakes.
Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a nationaltragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. The obvious way to solve thishighway safety problem is forpeople never to h n k alcohol and then drive. But if the what if people do? How much is “too much” driver plans to drive?It’s a lot less than many might think. Although it depends on eachperson and situation, here is some general information on the problem.
Since alcohol is carried in body water, this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks. The law in many U.S. states sets the legal limit at a BAC of 0.10 percent. In a growing number of U.S. states, and throughout Canada, the limit is 0.08 percent. In some other countries,it’s even lower. The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0.04 percent. The BAC will be over 0.
The body takes aboutan hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink.No amount of coffee ornumber of cold showers will speed that up. “1’11 be careful” isn’t the right answer. What if there’s an emergency, a need to take sudden action, as when a child darts into the street? A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision. There’s something else about drinkingand driving that many people don’t know.
Control of a Vehicle Braking You have three systems that make your vehicle gowhere you want it to go. They are thebrakes, the steeringand the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at theplaces where the tiresmeet the road. Braking action involvesperception time and reaction time. First, you have to decide topush 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 about 314 of a second.
Avoid needless heavy bralung. Some people drivein spurts -- heavy acceleration followedby heavy braking -- rather thankeeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. Your brakes maynot have time to coolbetween hard stops. Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking. If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances,you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking. Thatmeans better braking and longer brake life.
The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computeris programmed to mc&e the most of available tire androad conditions. Here’s how anti-lock works. Let’s say the road is wet. You’re driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes. Here’s what happens with ABS. You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard. A computer senses that wheels are slowing down.
Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too closeto the vehicle in front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops.Always leave enough room up ahead to stop,even though you have anti-lock brakes. 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.
Experienced driver or beginner, each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves. The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it possible for the vehicle to change its path when you turn the front wheels. If there’s no traction, inertia will keep the vehicle going in the same direction. If you’ve ever tried to steera vehicle on wet ice, you’ll understand this.
Off-Road Recovery You may find sometime that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. OFF-ROAD ’- LEFT APPROX. OUARTER TURN An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o’clock positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand.
Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you’re following a larger vehicle. Also, you won’t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops. Keep back a reasonable distance.
Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass.When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its frontin your inside mirror, activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right lane.(Remember that your right outside mirror is convex. The vehicleyou just passed may seem to be farther away from you than it really is.) Try not to pass more than one vehicre at a time on two-lane roads.
If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go. If you start steering quickly enough, your vehicle may straighten out. Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs. Driving at Night 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.
Here are some tips on night driving. Drive defensively. Don’t drink and drive. Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps 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 speea roads. Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead. 0 In remote areas, watch for animals. If you’re tired, pull off the road in a safe place and rest.
Driving in Rain andon Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire-to-road traction isn’t as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get even less traction. It’s always wise to go slower and be cautious if rain starts to fall while you are driving. The surface may get wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement. The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see.
Wet brakes can cause accidents. They won’t work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side.You could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally. 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 ! Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road iswet enough and you’re going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning’ it has little or no contact with the road. Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often. But it can if your tires do not have much tread orif the pressure in one or more is low. It can happen if a lotof water is standing on the road.
City Driving Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a citymap and plan your trip intoan unknown partof 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 timeand energy. (See the next part, “Freeway Driving.”) Treat a green light asa warning signal. A traffic light is therebecause the corner is busy enough to need it.
Freeway Driving 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 along the entrance ramp, you should begin to check traffic. Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow. Tryto merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed. Switch on your turn signal, check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary. Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow.
The exit speed is usually posted. Here are some things you can check before a trip: Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not to your sense of motion. After driving forany 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 sucha condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is itjust plain falling asleep at the wheel? Callit highway hypnosis, lackof 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 therush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy.
If you drive regularlyin steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tipsthat can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. 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.
Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: 0 Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk. 4-24 Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and a 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‘? “Wetice.” 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 vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have the anti-lock braking system, you’ll want to begin stopping soonerthan 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 spotthat’s covered with ice.
Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alertpolice that you’ve been stopped by the snow. Put on extra clothing orwrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing,make body insulators from newspapers, burlapbags, rags, floor mats -- anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm. ’A CA”T1CY: Snow cantrap exhaust gasesunder your vehicle. This can cause deadlyCO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside.CO could overcome youand kill you.
Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little faster than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged. You will need a well-charged battery to restart the vehicle, and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps. Let the heater run for awhile. Then, shutthe engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat.
If you do have aheavy load, spread it out. Don’t carry more than 167 pounds (75 kg) in your trunk. MFDBYGENERALMOTORSCORP 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. DOnot load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR, or either the maximum front or rear GAWR. If you do,parts on your vehicle can break, or it can change the way your vehicle handles.
If you put things insideyour vehicle -- like suitcases, tools, packages or anything else -- they will go as fast as the vehicle goes. If you have to stop orturn quickly, or if there is a crash, they’ll keep going. Things you put inside your vehicle canstrike in and injurepeople in a sudden stop or turn, or a crash. Put things in the trunkof your vehicle. In a trunk, putthem as far forward as you can. Try to spread the weight evenly.
Your vehicle cantow a trailer if it isequipped with the proper trailertowing 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, durabilityand fuel economy. Successful, safe trailering takes correct equipment, and it has to be used properly. That’s the reason for this part.
Three important considerations have to do with weight: 0 the weight of the trailer, 0 the weight of the trailer tongue 0 and the total weight on your vehicle’s tires.
Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires Be sureyour vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires. You’ll find thesenumbers on the Tire-Loading Information label(found inside the trunk be lid) or see“Loading Your Vehicle” in the Index. Then sure you don’t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle, including the weight of the trailertongue. A B If you’re using a weight-carrying hitch, the trailer tongue (A) should weigh 10 percent of the total loaded trailer weight (B).
Safety Ch: - Driving with a Trailer You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for attaching safety chains and do not attach them to the bumper.
Following Distance Making Turns 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 situationsthat require heavy braking and sudden turns. I NOTICE: Passing You’ll need more passing distanceup ahead when you’re towing a trailer. And, because you’re a good deal longer, you’ll need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle beforeyou can return to your lane. Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand.
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer Parking on Hills When you tow a trailer, your vehicle may need a different turn signal flasher and/or extrawiring. Check with your Buick dealer. The green arrowson your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lanechange. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps will also flash,telling other driversyou’re about toturn, change lanes orstop. You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer attached, on a hill.
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; Shift into a gear; and Release the parking brake. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clearof the chocks. 4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks. Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this.
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@) Section 5 Problems on theRoad Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road.
Hazard Warning Flashers .c Press the switch on top of the steering column to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in; they even work if the key isn’t in the ignition. To turn off the flashers, press the switch again. When the hazard warning flashers are on,your turn signals won’t work. Other Warning Devices Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem.
Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicleand some jumper cables to start your Buick. But please follow the steps below to do it safely. NOTICE: Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehiclethat wouldn’t be coveredby your warranty. Trying to start your Buick by pushing or pulling it won’t work, and itcould damage your vehicle. U Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: 0 They contain acid that can burn you.
I 2. Get thevehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure thevehicles aren’t touching each other. If they are, it could cause aground connection you don’t want. You wouldn’t be able to startyour Buick, and the bad grounding could damage the electricalsystems. To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling, set theparking brake firmly on both vehicles involved in the jump startprocedure. Put your automatic transaxle in PARK (P) before setting the parking brake. 3.
5 . Find the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals on each battery. Your Buick has a remote positive (+) jump starting terminal. The terminalis on the same side of the engine compartment as your battery. To uncover the remote positive (+) terminal, squeeze the sides of the red plastic cap and pull the cap upward. You should always use the remote positive (+) terminal instead of the positive (+) terminal on your battery. Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode.
6. Check that the jumper cablesdon’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could geta shock. The vehicles could be damaged too. b 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 positive(+) to negative (-) or you’ll geta short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too.
8. 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. 9. Now connect the black negative (-) cable to the good battery’s negative (-) terminal. Don’t let the otherend touch anything until the next step. The otherend of the negative cable duesn ’Igo to the dead battery. It goes to a heavy, unpainted, metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery.
10. Attach the cable at least 18 inches (45 c’m)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. 11. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for while. a 12. Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery. If it won’t start after afew tries, it probably needs service. 13. Remove the cables in reverse orderto prevent electrical shorting.
Towing Your Vehicle Try to have a Buick dealer or aprofessional towing service tow your vehicle. If your vehicle has been changed or modified since it was factory-new by adding aftermarket items like fog lamps, aero skirting,or special tires and wheels, these instructions and illustrations may not be correct. Before you do anything, turn on the hazard warning flashers. When you call, tell the towing service: That your vehicle cannot be towed from the front or rear with sling-type equipment.
rI A CAUTION: A vehicle can fall from a car-carrierif it isn’t adequately secured.This can cause a collision, serious personal injury andvehicle damage. The vehicle should be tightly secured with chains or it is transported. steel cables before Don’t use substitutes (ropes, leather straps, canvas webbing, etc.)that canbe cut by sharp edges underneath thetowed vehicle. Always use T-hooks inserted in theT-hook slots. Never use J-hooks. They will damage drivetrain and suspension components.
Front Towing NOTICE: Do not tow with sling type equipmentor fascidfog lampdamage will occur. Usewheel-lift or car-carrier equipment. Additionalramping may be requiredfor car-carrierequipment. Use safety chainsand wheel straps. Use the T-slots for car-carrier securing. Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle. Damage can occurfrom vehicle to ground or vehicle to wheel-lift equipment.
/ / -1 Attach T-hook chains in front of the wheels, into the slots of the front shipping brackets on the cradle (both sides). Insertthe hook from the inward side of the slot and not the outward side. These slots are to be used when securing to car-carrier equipment. Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end of each lower control arm. NOTICE: When attaching T-hooks to the shipping slots in the frame rail, attach them inside of the frame to avoid damage to the frame or front fascia.
Rear Towing Tow Limits - 55 mph (90 k&), 500 miles (800 km) NOTICE: Do not tow withsling-type equipment or the rear bumper valance will be damaged.Use wheel-lift or car-carrierequipment. Additionalramping may berequired for car-carrierequipment. Use safety chains and wheel straps. Use the T-slots for car-carrier securing. Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces couia damage a vehicle. Damage can occur from vehicle to ground or vehicle to wheel-lift equipment.
Attac6 a separate safety chain around the outboard end of both lateral arms. Attach T-hook chains into slots inthe bottom of the floor pan, justahead of the rear wheels, on both sides. These slots are to beused when securing to car-carrier equipment. I NOTICE: Take care not to damage the brake pipes and cables.
Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage and a hot engine warning light on your instrument panel.See “Engine Coolant Temperature Gage” and “Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light” in the Index. You also have alow coolant warning light on your instrument panel. See“Low Coolant Light” in the Index. If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Steam from an overheated enginecan burn you badly, evenif youjust open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you seeor hear steam coming from it.
NOTICE: If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam, try this for a minute or so: 1. Turn off your air conditioner. If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty. 2. Turn on your heater to full hotat the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary. 3.
Cooling System When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: ’A I I CAUTION: An electric fan under the hood can start up even when the engineis not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. I A If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, don’t do anything elseuntil it cools down. A. Coolant Recovery Tank B. Electric Engine Fans C.
r r Heater and radiatorhoses, and otherengine If you parts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them. do, you can be burned. Don’t run the engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant.That could cause an engine fire,and you could beburned. Get any leak fixed before youdrive the vehicle. The coolant levelshould be at orabove the COLD mark on the overflow hose in the coolant bottle.
I How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank NOTICE: If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at the COLD mark, add a 50/50 mixture of clean water (preferably distilled)and DEX-COOL@ (silicate-free) antifreeze at the coolantrecovery tank. (See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for more information.) In cold weather,water can freezeand crackthe engine, radiator, heater core and otherparts. Use the recommended coolantand the proper coolant mix.
If the overheat warning continues, there'sone 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. A CAUTION: . I Steam and scalding liquidsfrom a hot cooling system canblow out and burnyou badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed.Never turn the cap when the cooling system, including theradiator pressure cap, is hot.
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 counterclockwise until it first stops. (Don't press down while turning the pressure cap.) How to Add Coolant to the Radiator If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop. A hiss means there is still some pressure left. NOTICE: Your engine has a specific radiatorfill procedure.
2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push down as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap. 3. After the engine cools, open the coolant air bleed valve orvalves. 3100 V6 (VIN Code M): There are two bleed valves. One is located on the thermostat housing. The other is located on the thermostat bypass tube. You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine.
4. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX-COOL@ coolant mixture, up to the base of the filler neck. If you see a streamof coolant comingfrom an air bleed valve, close the valve. Otherwise, closethe valves afterthe radiator is filled. 5. Rinse or wipe any spilled coolant from the engine and the compartment. 6. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the COLD mark on the overflow hose in the coolant bottle. 7. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure capoff.
- 8. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine fans. 9. By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper DEX-COOL@ coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck. 5-24 1 0 . 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.
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire It’s unusual for atire 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. But if you should ever have a “blowout,” here area few tips about what to expect and what to do: If a tire goes flat, avoid furthertire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard warning flashers.
................................................................................ ................................................................................ ................................................................................ Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you’ll need is in the trunk. Pull the carpeted mat up from the floor of the trunk. (See “Compact Spare Tire” later in this section for more information about the compact spare.
2. Remove the spare tire. 3. Turn the nut holding the jack to the left and remove it. Then remove the jack and wrench.
Wheel Covers A C The toolsyou’ll be using include the jack(A), extension and protection guide (B) and wheel wrench ( C ) . 5-28 To remove a center cap, use the wrench to pry gently at the notch. Don’t use a tool that is narrower than the wrench to pry at this notch. Then pry off the cap.
If your vehicle is equipped with wheel covers, be sure to use a wheel wrench to begin the process of loosening the plastic wheel nut caps. Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire They won’t come off. You will only be able to loosen them. Once you have loosened the plastic nut caps with the wheel wrench, if needed, you can finish loosening them with your fingers. Then, using the flat end of the wheel wrench, pry along the edge of the wheel cover until it comes off.
edge of the front wheel opening or just behind the two bolts as shown. Getting undera vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicleslips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported onlyby a jack. FRONT VEHICLE FRONT EDGE OF REAR WHEEL OPENING I L1-14 I - REAR EDGE OF FRONT WHEEL OPENING 3.
c I CAUTION: 1 Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure tofit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle. 4. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle to the right. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground for the spare tire to fit under the vehicle. 5. Remove all wheel nuts and take off the flat tire.
from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened,can make the wheel nuts become looseafter a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you changea wheel, remove anyrust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to thevehicle. In an emergency, you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this; but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later, if you need to,to get allthe rust or dirt off.
A CAUTION: Never use oilor grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing aserious accident. 7. 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. 8. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle to the left. Lower the jack completely.
9. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. NOTICE: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotordamage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in theproper sequence and to the proper torque specification. A CAUT’ON: Inca x t wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can causethe wheel to become loose and even come off.This could lead toan accident. Be sure to usethe correct wheel nuts.
Storing the Flat Tire and Tools Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartmentof the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. After you’ve put the compact spare tire on your vehicle, in your trunk. Use the you’ll need to store the flat tire following procedure to secure the flat tire intrunk.
Storing the Spare Tire and Tools 1. Retainer 2. Cover 3. Retainer (full-size tire) 4. Compact spare tire Storing ajack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartmentof the vehicle could cause injury. Ina sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. 5. Nut 6, Jack 7. Wrench 8. Lock nut tool 9. Foam holder The compact spare is for temporary use only. Replace the compact spare tire with a full-size tire as soon as you can.
Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time.Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 kPa). After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctlyinflated.
If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow What you don’t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as “roclung” can help you get outwhen you’re stuck, but you must use caution. 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. For information about using tire chainson your vehicle, see “Tire Chains” in the Index.
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Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about the careof your Buick. This section begins with service and fuel information, and then it shows how to check important fluidand lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care.
Service Your Buick dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer forall your service needs. You’ll get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. We hope you’ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: n w Delco Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll want to use the proper Buick Service Manual.
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it. This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance. Check with your Buick dealer beforeadding equipment to the outside of your vehicle. Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline ratedat 87 octane or higher. At a minimum, it should meet specifications ASTM D4814 in the United States and CGSB 3.5-M93 in Canada.
Some gasolinesthat are not reformulated for low emissions contain an octane-enhancing additivecalled methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT); ask your service station operator whether or not his fuel contains MMT. General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines. If fuels containingMMT are used, spark plug life may be reduced and your emission control system performance may be affected. The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on.
Fuels in Foreign Countries Filling Your Tank If you plan on driving in another country outsidethe United States or Canada,the proper fuel may be hard to find. Never use leaded gasolineor any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. To check on fuel availability, ask an auto club, or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you’ll be driving.
If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it,you could be badly burned. Gasoline can spray out you on if you open the fuel filler captoo quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel filler cap slowly and wait for any “hiss”noise to stop. Then unscrew way. the cap all the While refueling, let the cap hang by the tether below the fuel fillopening. To take off the cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise).
When you put the capback on, turn it to the right (clockwise) untilyou hear a clickingsound. Make sure you fully install thecap. The diagnostic systemcan determine if the fuel caphas been left off or improperly installed. This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. See “Malfunction Indicator Lamp” in the Index. Checking Things Under theHood An electric fan underthe hood can start up and injure you even whenthe engine is notrunning.
Hood Release To open the hood, first pull the handle inside the vehicle, located just below the instrument panel andto the left of the steering column. Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood release. Lift the hood.
When you open the hood on the 3 100 (Code M) Engine, you’ll see: A. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir B. Radiator Fill Cap C. Remote Positive Battery Terminal D. E. F. G. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Engine Oil Fill Cap Engine Oil Dipstick Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick H. Brake Fluid Reservoir I. Engine Coolant Recovery Tank J.
Before closing the hood, be sure allthe filler caps are on properly. Then just pull the hood down and close itfirmly. Engine Oil LOW OIL If the LOW OIL light on the instrument panel comes on, it means you need to check your engine oillevel right away. For more information, see “Low Oil Level Light” in theIndex. You should check your engine oil level regularly; this is anadded reminder. It’s a good idea to check your engine oilevery time you get fuel.
Checking Engine Oil When to Add Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip down, and check the level. If the oil is at or below the ADD mark, then you’ll need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This part explains what kind of oil to use. For crankcase capacity, see “Capacitiesand Specifications” in the Index. NOTICE: Don’t add too much oil.
What Kind of Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the “Starburst” symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use any oil which does not carry this Starburst symbol. I The engine oil fill cap is located toward the front of the engine near the yellow-looped engine oil dipstick handle. Be sure to fill it enough to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range.
RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS ..~ FOR BESTFUELECONOMYANDCOLDSTARTING,SELECTTHELOWEST SAE VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE. HOT WEATHER LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL As shown in the chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle. However, you can use SAE low-30 if it's going to be 0" F (- 1 8 "C) or above. Thesenumbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness.Do not use other viscosity oils, such as SAE 20W-50.
When to Chang( Cngine Oil (See “Change Oil Soon” Light in the Index.) If any one of these is true foryou, use the short tripkity maintenance schedule: What to Do with Used Oil Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km). This isparticularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing. Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent driving in stop-and-go traffic). Most trips are through dusty areas. You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of your vehicle.
Air Cleaner To check or replace the air filter, loosen thewing nut on the air duct and lift on up the two clips locatedon the top of the filtercover. Disconnect the ductand reposition it whileremoving the sidecover. Pull out thefilter. Be sure to install the air filter and install the covertightly when you are finished. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the airfilter. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index.
Passenger Compartment Air Filter To change the passenger compartment air filter, use the following steps: 1. Turn off the ignition switch when the windshield wipers are in the up position. ------- 2. Raise the hood. 3. Remove (disconnect) the windshield washer pump hose from the fender rail and air inlet grill. 4. Reposition the hood weatherstrip from the right side of the vehicle (peel back halfway to center). 5. Remove (disconnect) the air inlet grill retainers. 6.
Automatic Transaxle Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transaxlefluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Change both the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher. In hilly or mountainous terrain. When doing frequent trailer towing. Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service.
Checking the Fluid Level 0 Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running. Then, without shutting off the engine,follow these steps: With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever in PARK (P). 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 PARK (P). 0 Let the engine run at idle for three to five minutes.
If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level into thecross-hatched area on the dipstick. 1. Pull out the dipstick. 2. Using a long-neck funnel, add enough fluid at the dipstick hole tobring it to the proper level. It doesn’t take much fluid, generally less than one pint (0.5 L). Dun ’t overfill. I NOTICE: 3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. Thefluid level must be in the cross-hatched area. 4.
Engine Coolant The cooling s stem in your vehicle is filled with DEX-COOL J engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150,000 miles (240 000 km)whichever occurs first, if you add only DEX-COOL’ extended life coolant. The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low. If you have a problem with engine overheating or if you need to add coolant to your radiator, see “Engine Overheating” in the Index.
What to Use Use a mixtureof one-half dean water (preferably distilled) and one-half DEX-COOL@ coolant which won’t damage aluminum parts. If you use this mixture, you don’t need to add anything else. NOTICE: If you use an improper coolantmix, your engine could overheat andbe badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Too much water in the mix can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous.
If this light comes on, it means you’re low on engine coolant. Checking Coolant I Adding Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL@ coolant mixture at the coolnnt wcovev tank, but be careful not to spill it. When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at the COLD mark or alittle higher. When your engine is warm, the level should be up to the HOT mark or a little higher. 6-22 If the coolant recovery tank is completely empty, add coolant to the radiator.
Radiator Pressure Cap Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly. With the coolant recovery tank, you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator. Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot. -- -- NOTICE: Your radiator capis a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure-type cap and mustbe tightly installed to prevent coolantloss and possible engine damage from overheating.
Power Steering Fluid How To Check Power Steering Fluid When the enginecompartment is cool, wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean, then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick. When to Check Power SteeringFluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is aleak in the system or you hear an unusual noise.
What to Use Adding Washer Fluid To determine what kind of fluid to use, see “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants’’ in the Index. Always use the proper fluid. Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaksand damage hoses and seals. Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sureto read the manufacturer’s instructions beforeuse.
~ NOTICE: Brakes Brake Fluid e When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. e 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 partsof the washer system.Also, water doesn’t cleanas well as washer fluid. e Fill your washer fluid tank only three-quarters full whenit’s very cold. This allows for expansionif freezing occurs, which could damage the tankif it is completely full.
system fixed, sincea leak means that sooneror later your brakes won’t work well,or won’t work at all. So, it isn’t a good idea to “top off’ your brake fluid. Adding brake fluid won’t correct aleak. If you add fluid when your linings are worn, then you’ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings. You should add (or remove) brake fluid,as necessary, only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system.
NOTICE: 0 0 Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts. For example, justfew a drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in your brake system can damage brake system partsso badly that they’ll have to be replaced. Don’t let someone put in the wrong kindof fluid. If you spillbrake fluid on yourvehicle’s painted surfaces, the paint finish can be damaged. Be careful not to spill brake fluid on yourvehicle. If you do, washit off immediately. See “Appearance Care” in the Index.
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. Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect brake pads for wear and evenly torque wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM specifications. Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets.
Vehicle Storage Bulb Replacement If you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, take off the black, negative (-) cable from the battery. This will help keep your battery from running down. In this section you’ll find directions for changing the bulbs in some of the lamps on your Buick. See “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index to find the type of bulb you should use. r Batteries have acidthat can burn you and gas that can explode.You can be badlyhurt if you aren’t careful.
Headlamps 4. Connect the new headlamp assembly to the wiring harness, making sure the connector tab snaps into place. 5. Insert the headlamp into the slots in the fascia. 6. Slide the retainers downward until they are fully seated. Front Parking andTurn Signal Lamp 1. Remove the headlamp assembly. Refer to the removal procedure earlier inthis section. 2. Remove rubber bulb access cover. 3. Twist and pull the sidemarker lamp socket from the headlamp assembly. 4.
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp 1. Open the trunk. 3 . Remove the bulb by turning it one-quarter of a turn right to left. 4. Place the new bulb into the bulb socket. 2. Reach through the access opening in the trunk. 5 . Turn the bulb one-quarter o f a turn to the right to replace. 6. Close the trunk.
TaiVStop/Turn Signal Lamp 1. Remove the three plastic wing nuts (A). (Pliers may be required to remove the wing nuts.) 2. Pull the taillamp housing away from the body of the vehicle (B). 3. Squeeze the tab on the socket and turn the socket right to left. 4. Pull out the socket. A A 5. Pull the bulb out of the socket. (There are two bulbs on each taillamp.) 6. Push in a new bulb. 7. Replace the socket into the housing and turn to the right. 8. Replace the taillamp housing to the body of the vehicle. 9.
Trunk Lid Applique 1. Open the trunk lid halfway. 2 . Remove the wing nuts (A) from the studs on the applique. (There are eight wing nuts. Pliers may be required to remove them.) 3. Remove the applique from the trunk lid. Then: 1. Install the new bulbs into the applique sockets (B). 2. Connect the applique to the lid. 3. Reconnect the wing nuts to the studs on the applique and hand-tighten. 4. Close the trunk lid.
Back-up Lamp Dome Lamp The back-up lamps are locatedin the trunk lid applique. (Refer to the trunk lid applique removal procedure earlier in this section for graphic and further instructions.) 1. Remove the trunk lid applique. 2. Twist and pull the back-up lamp socket from the trunk lid applique. 3. Twist and pull the bulb from the back-up lamp socket. To install the new bulb: 1. Twist and push the bulb into theback-up lamp socket. 2. Twist and push the back-up lamp socket into the trunk lid applique.
2. Lift the plastic locking tab on the electrical connector and pull the connector from the dome lamp assembly. Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 3. Grasp the bulb housing located in the center of the assembly and pull straight up. 4. Pull the bulb out of the socket. 5. Push in a new bulb. 6. Replace the socket into the dome lamp assembly. 7 . Reconnect the dome lamp assembly to the wiring harness, making sure the connector tab snaps into place. 8.
2. Turn off the ignition while the wipers are at the outer positionsof the wiper pattern. The blades are more accessible forremoval/replacement while in this position. 3. Pull the windshield wiper arm 3 to 4 inches (7.5 to 10 cm) away from the windshield. 4. While holding the wiper arm away from the glass, push the release clipfrom under the blade connecting point and pull the blade assembly down toward the glass to remove it from the wiper arm. 5.
Inflation -- Tire Pressure The Tire-Loading Information label, which is on the driver’s door edge, above the door latch, shows the correct inflationpressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km). NOTICE: Don’t let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is all right. It’s not.
Tire Inspection and Rotation Don’t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation. Tires should be rotated every6,000 to 8,000 miles (10 O00 to 13 OOO km). Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tiresor wheels. See “When It’s Timefor New Tires” and‘Wheel Replacement” laterin this section for more information.
; Time I for New Tires One wav., to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true: You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire. You can see cord or fabricshowing through the tire’s rubber. 0 The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut orsnagged deep enough to show cord or fabric.
If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number, make sure they are the same size, load range, speed rating and construction type (bias, bias-belted or radial) as your original tires. A CAUTJN: Mixing tires could causeyou to lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types (radial andbias-belted tires), the vehicle may not handle properly, and you could have acrash. Using tires of different sizes may also cause damage to your vehicle.
-- A, B, C Treadwear Temperature The treadwear grade isa comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need. The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance. Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces. Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing arenot needed.
NOTICE: The wrongwheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometeror odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis. See “Changing a Flat Tire” in the Index for more information. I t Wknnls Putting a used wheel on yourvehicle is dangerous. You can’t know howit’s been used or how far it’s been driven. It could fail suddenly and cause an accident.
Appearance Care Remember, cleaning productscan be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst intoflame 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 to follow the manufacturer’s warnings and instructions. And always open your doors or windows when you’re cleaningthe inside.
Using Foam-Type Cleaner on Fabric Using Solvent-Type Cleaner on Fabric 1. Vacuum and brush the area toremove any loose dirt. First, see if you have to use solvent-type cleaner at all. Some spots and stains will clean off better with just water and mild soap. 2. Always clean a whole trim panel or section. Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines. 3. Mix Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the directions on the container label. 4. Use suds only and apply with a clean sponge.
Special Cleaning Problems Greasy or Oily Stains Stains caused by grease, oil, butter, margarine, shoe polish, coffee with cream, chewing gum, cosmetic creams, vegetable oils,wax crayon, tar and asphalt can be removed as follows: 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain. 2. Follow the solvent-type instructions described earlier. 3. If an odor lingers after cleaningvomit or urine, treat the areawith a waterhaking soda solution: 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of baking soda to 1 cup (250 ml) of lukewarm water. 4.
Cleaning Leather Cleaning the Built-in Child Restraint Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soapand wipe dry with a soft cloth. Then, let the leather dry naturally. Do not use heat to dry. Your built-in child restraint may be cleaned with mild soap and lukewarm water. Don’t use household cleaners. They may weaken the harness ordamage plastic parts. 0 For stubborn stains, use a leather cleaner. See your dealer forthis product.
Care of Safety Belts andBuilt-in Child Restraint Harness Keep the safety belts and the built-in child restraint harness clean and dry. Do not bleach or dye safety belts or the built-in child restraint harness.If you do, they may be severely weakened.In a crash, they mightnot be able to provide adequate protection. Clean the safety belts and the child restraint harness only with mild soap and lukewarm water. Don’t use abrasive cleanerson glass, because they may cause scratches.
Weatherstrips Silicone greaseon weatherstrips will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone grease with a clean clothat least every six months. During very cold, dampweather more frequent application may be required. (See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.) the surface, orthey could stain.Dry the finish with a soft, clean chamois or an all-cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting.
NOTICE: Machine compoundingor aggressive polishing on a basecoatklearcoat paint finishmay dull the finish or leave swirl marks. Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can damage your vehicle’s finish if they remain on painted surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon as possible. If necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter.
Cleaning Tires Sheet Metal Damage To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with a tirecleaner. If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure thebody repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection. NOTICE: When applying a tire dressing always take care to Finish Damage wipe off any oversprayor splash from all painted Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away.
Underbody Maintenance Chemical Paint Spotting Chemicals used for ice and snow removal anddust control can collect on the underbody. If these are not removed, accelerated corrosion (rust) canoccur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection. Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on your vehicle.
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Vehicle Identification Number(VIN) Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code. This code will help you identify your engine, specifications and replacement parts. Service Parts Identification Label \ ASSEMBLI PLANT E N G I N E A 9 7f CODE MODEL YEAR This is the legal identifier foryour Buick. It appears on a plate in the front cornerof the instrument panel, onthe driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outsideyour vehicle.
Electrical System Headlamp Wiring Add-on Electrical Equipment The headlamp wiring is protected by a circuitbreaker in the underhood electrical center. An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off, or in some cases to remain off. If this happens, have your headlamp system checked right away. NOTICE: Don’t add anything electrical to your Buick unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty.
Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers and fusible thermal links in the wiring itself. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems. [nstrumentPanel Fuse Block Some fuses arein a fuse block on the passenger’s side of the instrument panel. Pull off the cover labeled FUSES to expose the fuses. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse.
Fuse 1 4 6 8 10 13 14 15 17 Circuit Breaker A B C D 6-58 Description Not Used Power Windows/Sunroof Rear Defog Power Seats 18 19 20 22 Description Not Used Ignition Signal -- Hot in Run and Start -- PCM, BCM U/H Relay Power Mirrors Panel Dimming Ignition Signal -- Hot in Run, Unlock and Start -- Cluster, Powertrain ControlModule, Body Control Module DRL Module Interior Lamps Door Locks Taillamps, License Lp Radio Heated Mirror Cruise Control Clusters
Fuse 23 24 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 Description Cigarette Lighter -- Auxiliary Power Connection, Data Link Stoplamps Parklamps Auxiliary Power Connection -Hot in ACC and Run Crank Signal -- Body Control Module, Cluster, Powertrain Control Modules Ignition Signal -- HVAC Control Head Brake Transmission Shift Interlock Air Bag Anti-lock Brake Controls, Body Control Module Fuse 33 34 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 Description Hazard Flashers Not Used Ignition Signal -- Hot in ACC and Run -- Body Control Module
-- Underhood Electrical Center Passenger's Side 4 Some fuses and relays are in the underhood electrical center on the passenger's side of the engine compartment.
Fuse Description Fuse 15 N C Clutch 29 Oxygen Sensor Relay Description 30 Engine Emissions Horn 31 Not Used Description 32 Headlamp (Right) 17 Not Used 33 Rear Compartment Release 18 Not Used 34 Parklamp 19 Fuel Pump 35 Fuel Pump 20 Air Pump 36 Headlamp (Left) 21 Generator 37 Spare 22 ECM 38 Spare 23 A/C Compressor Clutch 39 Spare 24 Not Used 40 Spare 25 Electronic Ignition 41 Spare 26 Transaxle 42 Spare 27 Horn 43 Fuse Puller 28 Fuel Injector 1
Replacement Bulbs Bulb Number Exterior Lamps Back-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1156 Center High-Mounted Stop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 155 Front Parkingnurn Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 157NAK Headlamp, High Beam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9005 Headlamp, Low Beam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9006 Sidemarker, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194 Sidemarker, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Specifications 3100 (Code M) Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . V6 Displacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191 CID Firing Order . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2-3-4-5-6 Thermostat Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . 195O F (9 1 O C) Horsepower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160@ 5200 Vehicle Dimensions Wheelbase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109.0 inches (276.9 cm) Tread (Front) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 1.
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Section 7 MaintenanceSchedule This section coversthe maintenance required for your Buick. Your vehicle needs these services toretain its safety, dependability and emission control performance.
I I Introduction IMPORTANT: KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGEAS RECOMMENDED El protection Plan Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? ThePlan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your Wlwranty andOwner Assistance booklet, or your Buick dealer for details. 7-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment 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.
“Part B: Owner Checks and Services” tells you what should be checked and when. It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition. How This Section is Organized The remainder of this sectionis divided into fiveparts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services’’ shows what to have done and how often.
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’ll drive it. You may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distancesall the timein very hot, dusty weather. You may use your vehicle in making deliveries. Or you may drive it to work, to do errands or in many other ways.
Maintenance Schedule Short TripKity Definition Follow the ShortTrip/City Maintenance Scheduleif any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle: 0 Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km). This is particularly importantwhen outside temperatures arebelow freezing. a Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent driving in stop-and-go traffic). 0 Most trips are through dusty areas. a You frequently tow a trailer oruse a carrier on top of your vehicle.
Maintenance Schedule 1 Long Tripmighway Definition Follow this maintenance schedule only if none of the conditions from the Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule is true. Do not use this schedule if the vehicle is used for trailer towing, driven in a dusty area or used off paved roads. Use the Short TripKityschedule for these conditions.
Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (1 66 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles (1 66 000 km) at the same intervals. The servicesshown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be performed at the same interval after150,000 miles (240 000 km). 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) 9,000 Miles (15 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every Cl Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote+.
I I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 12,000 Miles (20 000 kmj 15,000 Miles (25 000 kmj 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. An Emission ControlService. I7 Replace passenger compartment air filter. 0Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replacefilter if necessary. An Emission ControlService. (See footnote?.) 0Rotate tires.
I I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) 21,000 Miles (35 000 km) 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” inthe Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.
I I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) 27,000 Miles (45000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission ControlService. 0Replace passenger compartment air filter. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.
I I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 30,000 Miles (SO 000 km) 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whchever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. 0Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed.
I I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 39,000 Miles (65 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Replace passenger compartment air filter. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.
I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 42,000 Miles (70 000 km) 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or e:veqJ 3 months, whichever occursfirst). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and in dusty conditions. Replacefilter if necessary. An Emission Control Service. (See footnoteJf.
I ShortTrip/CityMaintenanceSchedule I 48,000 Miles (80 000 km) 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0Replace passenger compartment air filter. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.
I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). 3 months, whicheveroccurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Indexfor proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.
I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 57,000 Miles (95 000 km) 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Replace passenger compartmentair filter. 0Inspect engine accessory drive belt. 0Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. c]Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks.
I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued) 63,000 Miles (105 000 km) 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and 0Change engineoil and filter (or every Rotation” inthe Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote+.) 3 months, whicheveroccurs first). An Emission Control Service.
I Short TripKity Maintenance S c h e d T l 66,000 Miles (110 000 km) 69,000 Miles (115 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.
I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 72,000 Miles (120 000 km) 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 0Change engine oil andfilter (or every 0Change engine oiland filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Replace passenger compartment air filter. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern,And additional information. (See footnote +.
I Short TripKity MaintenanceSchedule I 78,000 Miles (130 000 km) 81,000 Miles (135 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service, An Emission Control Service. El Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.
I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. 0Replace air cleaner filter. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Indexfor proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) An Emission Control Service. 0Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace partsas needed.
I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 93,000 Miles (155 000 km) 96,000 Miles (160 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Replace passengercompartment air filter. CI Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.
1 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 99,000 Miles (165 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. I 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) 0Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Sewice.
1 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) (Continued) - When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as found in taxi, policeor delivery service. I f you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, the fluid and filter do not require changing. 1 150,000 Miles (240 000 km) Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses.
7,500 Miles (12 500 km) The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km)should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals. The services shown at 150,000miles (240 000 km)should be performed at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km). See “Owner Checks and Services” and “Periodic Maintenance Inspections” following. Footnotes The U.S.
I LongTrip/HighwayMaintenanceSchedule I 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every = 22,500 Miles (37 500 km) 12 months, whichever occursfirst). Change engine oil andfilter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. Replace passenger compartment air filter. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.
I LongTripmighwayMaintenanceSchedule I 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage 12 months, whichever occurs first). or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) An Emission Control Service. 0Replace passenger compartment air filter. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
37,500 Miles (62 500 km) 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occursfirst). 12 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) DATE R ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 0Replace passenger compartment air filter. 0Rotate tires.
I I 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule I 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) 0Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90O F (32°C) or higher. - In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service.
Long TripEtighway Maintenance Schedule 1 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Inspect fuel tank, cap andlines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). A n Emissior~Control Service. 0Replace passenger compartment air filter. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
I Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.
m g Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule I 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in theIndex for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.
I Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Inspect spark plug wires. 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0Replace spark plugs. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) I DATE I ACTUAL MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. ISERVICED BY: I An Emission Control Service.
I Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) (Continued) - Uses such as found in taxi, police or 150,000 Miles (240 000 km) 0Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant’’ in the Indexfor what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. delivery service.
Part B: Owner Checks and Services Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Listed below are owner checks and services which should beperformed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary. See “Windshield Washer Fluid” in the Index for furtherdetails. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. If your vehicle has abuilt-in child restraint, also periodically make sure the harness straps, latch plates, buckle, clip, retractorsand anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt and built-in child restraint system parts.
Starter Switch Check Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock(BTSI) Check I I A CAUTION: A CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly.If it does, youor others could be injured. Follow thesteps below. When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2.
Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in each shift leverposition. 0 The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). 0 The key should come out only in LOCK. Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK (P) Mechanism Check Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake.
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspectionsand services which should be performed at least twicea year (for instance,each spring and fall). You should let your GM dealer’s service department or other qualified servicecenter do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Proper procedures to perform these servicesmay be found in a GM service manual. See “Service and Owner Publications” in the Index.
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your GM dealer. USAGE Engine Oil Engine Coolant 7-42 FLUID/LUBRICANT Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines “Starburst” symbol of the proper viscosity. To determine thepreferred viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see “Engine Oil” in the Index.
.-. : . . USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT FLUIDLUBRICANT USAGE Hood Latch Assembly, Pivots, Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate lubricant aerosol (GM Part No. 12346293 or equivalent) or lubricantmeeting requirements of NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC-LB. Door Latches Lubriplate lubricant aerosol (GM Part No. 12346293 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Hood andDoor Hinges Multi-pur ose lubricant, (GM I Part Superlube% No. 12346241 or equivalent).
Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after themaintenance interval. Any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them.
Maintenance Record 7-45
Maintenance Record 7-46
Maintenance Record ODOMETER SERVICED READING DATE BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-47
Maintenance Record DATE 7-48 ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED
Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER SERVICED READING 1 I BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ~- 7-49
1 I Maintenance Record 7-50
Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Buick if you need assistance. This section alsotells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects.
Customer Satisfaction Procedure Buick dealers have the facilities, trained technicians and up-to-date information to promptly address any concerns you may have. However, if a concern has not been resolved to your complete satisfaction, take the following steps: STEP ONE -- Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management. Normally, concerns can be quickly resolved at that level.
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 Relations Center by calling 1-800-521 -7300. In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). For help outsideof the United States and Canada, call the following numbers as appropriate: In Mexico: (525) 625-3256 0 In the U.S.
For prompt assistance, please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative: Your name, address, home and business telephone numbers e Vehicle Identification Number (This is available from the vehicle registration or title, or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield.
Roadside Assistance Our commitment to Buick owners has always included superior servicethrough our network of 3,000 Buick dealers. Buick Premium Roadside Assistance provides an extra measure of convenience and security. Buick Premium Roadside Assistance: 1 Provides owners with access to minor repairs or towing for disabledvehicles.
Courtesy Transportation To Buick Motor Division, Quality Means Service -- and service means “keeping you on the road.” Included with your Buick new car warranty (3 years/36,000 miles (60 000 km), whichever occurs first), is Courtesy Transportation, a program which will provide Buick retail customers with: 0 0 Reimbursement toward a loanervehicle, courtesy of Buick Motor Division, for up to five days for vehicles requiring overnight warranty repairs.
GM Participation in an Alternative Dispute Resolution Program This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Canadian owners refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Informationbooklet for information on the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP). General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/orto discontinue its participation in this program.
We prefer you utilize the Customer Satisfaction Procedure before you resort to AUTO LINE, but you may contact the BBB at any time. The BBB will attempt to resolve the complaint servingas an intermediary. If this mediation is unsuccessful, an informal hearing will be scheduled where eligible customers may present their case to an impartial third-party arbitrator. The arbitrator will make a decision which you may accept orreject. If you accept the decision, GM will be bound by that decision.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify Transport Canada,in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited. You may write to: Transport Canada Box 8880 Ottawa, Ontario KlG 352 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
1997 BUCK SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it in with your check, money order, or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.
ORDER TOLL FREE (NOTE: For Credit Card Holders Only) 1-800-782-4356 (Monday-Friday 8:OO AM - 6:OO PM EST) FAX Orders Only 1-313-865-5927 1 9 9 7 - PUBLICATION FORM NUMBER Orders will be mailed within 10 days of receipt. Please allow ade uate time for postal service. If further information is needed, write to the address s own below or call 1-800-782-4356.Material cannot be returned for credit without packing slip with return information within 30 days of delivery.
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Section 9 Index A d d i n g Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle . . . . . 6-3 AirBag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-19 1-23 How Does it Restrain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . How it Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21 1-21 Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.20. 2.56 Readiness Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Servicing . . . .
Back-up Lamp Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-35 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-29 Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-3 Replacement. Remote Keyless Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2- 13 Rundown Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-46 5.3. 5.5 Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RBB Auto Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inside ofYourBuick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-45 Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-48 Leather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-48 Outside of Your Buick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-50 6-47 Special Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Stains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-46 Tires . . . . . . . . . .
Drunken Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 Dual Automatic ComforTemp Climate Control . . . . . . . . . 3-7 Dual ComforTemp Climate Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 Electrical Equipment. Adding . . . . . 2.20. 2-5 1. 3-35: 6-56 Electrical Equipment. Adding . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20. 3.35. 6-55 Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-56 Electrochromic Daymight Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . . .
.. tiuide en Franpis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 GVWR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-29 Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-30 Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 1-5 HeadRestraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Leaving Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9 Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running . . . . . . . 2-28 2-50 Lighter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lights 1-20’2-56 AirBagReadiness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Anti-Lock Brake System Active . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-59, 4-9 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-58, 4-7 Brake System Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-62 Manual DoorLocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 1-2 Front Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Outside Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-47 Manual Single Zone Climate Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Methanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4 2-46 Mirrors . . . . . . .
Radiator. Adding Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-21 Radiator Pressure Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-23 Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-34 Radios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13 Rain. Driving In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16 4- I8 Rainy Weather Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety Belts. Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-49 Safety Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-34 8-8 Safety Defects. Reporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... Safety Warnings and Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v111 Scheduled Maintenance Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . : . . . . 7-4 Seatback Reclining Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tail/Stop/Turn Signal Lamp Bulb Replacement . . . . . . 6-33 TapePlayerCare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-35 TemperatureControl . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2, 3-4, 3-5, 3-7, 3-8 Theft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-15 Theft-Deterrent Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 I Theft-Deterrent System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2- I6 THEFTLOCK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TTYUsers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-34 2-35 Turn Signal On Chime . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-34 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-36 2-43 Twilight Sentinel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Two-way Manual Seat . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service Station Checkpoints WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID REMOTE POSITIVE BATTERY TERMINAL P5-5 TIRES P6-11 SECONDARY HOOD RELEASE P6-8 ENCJNE COOLANT RECOVERY TANK P5-19 AND P6-20 HOOD RELEASE P6-8 FUEL DOOR P6-5 For detailed information, refer to the page number listed, or see the Index in the back of the owner’s manual.
