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The 1998 Buick Riviera Owner’s Manual 1-1 2-1 3-1 4- 1 5- 1 6- 1 7-1 8- 1 9-1 i
We support voluntary technician certification. GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, BUICK, the BUICK Emblem andthe name FUVIERA are registered trademarksof General Motors Corporation. This manual includesthe latest informationat the timeit was printed.We reserve the right to make changes in the product after that time without further notice. For vehicles first soldin Canada, substitute the name “General Motorsof Canada Limited” for Buick Motor Division wheneverit appears in tlns manual.
How to Use this Manual Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when theyfirst receive their new vehicle.If you do this,it will help you learn aboutthe features and controlsfor your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly. Index A good placeto look for what you needis the Index in back of the manual. It’s an alphabeticallist of what’s in the manual, and the page number where you’ll find it.
Vehicle Damage Warnings Also,inthisbookyouwill I NOTICE: I I find thesenotices:notbecovered whatyou tell will noticethe I But costly. avoid the damage. These mean there is something that could damage - - your vehicle. iv In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would byyourwarranty,and it couldbe help to do to - When you read other manuals, yo-- - ght see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings m different colors or indifferent words.
Vehicle Symbols These are someof the symbols you mayfind on your vehicle.
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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 some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts.
Seats and Seat Controls This section tellsyou about the seats-- how to adjust them, and also about memory seats, reclining seatbacks and head restraints. Power Seats The power seat controlsare located on the sideof the driver’s and passenger’s seats. Raise or lower the frontof the seat cushion by holding the front partof the horizontal control up or down. Raise or lower the rear of the seat cushion by holding the rear partof the horizontal control up or down.
, Memory Seat and Mirrors (Option) To set your memory seat and mirrors: 1. Adjust the driver’s seat cushion to your desired position. Adjust both outside mirrors to suit you.See “Mirrors” in the Index. When your vehicleis in PARK (P) with theignition on or off, press thesane side of the MEMORY smitch to recall the seat and mirror-setting. To do the same thingfor a second driver,f d o w the preceding steps, but press the other side of the MEMORY switch. ,.
Memory Seat and Mirrors Personal Choice Feature (Option) The transmitters can also be programmed to move the driver’s seat and outside rnirrors to a set memory position when the transmitter’s UNLOCK button is pressed. To program the system: 1. Adjust the driver’s seat cushion to a comfortable position. Adjust both outside mirrors to suit you. See “Power Remote Control Mirror” in the Index. 2. Press theSET button on the driver’s door armrest. You will hear one beep. 3.
Heated Front Seat (Option) If your vehicle has this option, the switch is on the armrest. Withthe ignition in ACCESSORY or RUN, press the button once and the seat will warm up. The HI light onthe button will come on. Reclining Front Seatbacks The front seatbacks canbe adjusted by pressingthe vertical control locatedon the side of the seat. Pushit forward to bring the seat to a more upright position. Push it rearward to recline Press the button a second time and the LO light will come on.
But don’t have aseatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. 1-6 Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion canbe dangerous. Evenif you buckle up, your safetybelts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t its dojob. In a crashyou could go into it,receiving neck or other injuries. The lapbelt can’t do its job either. In a crash the belt couldgo up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, notat your pelvic bones.
Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up or down so that the topof the restraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position reduces the chance of a neck injuryin a crash. If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked. There’s one timethe seatback may not fold without if your vehicle is parked some help from you.
Your vehicle hasa light that comes on asa reminder to buckle up. (See “Safety Belt Reminder Light’’ in the Index.) Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything,you go as fast as it goes. In most statesand Canadian provinces,the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why:They work. You never know ifyou’ll be in a crash. If you do havea crash, you don’t knowif it will bea bad one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes cansobe serious that even buckled up a person wouldn’t survive.
Put someoneon it. 1-10 I Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop.
The person keeps going until stoppedby 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 &= Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident ifI’m wearing a safety belt? or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down the as vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such good sense, 1-12 A: You could be -- whether you’re wearinga safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down.
@ A: If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why shouldI wear safety belts? . vo vehicle has. We’ll start with the driver position. You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an accident -- even one that isn’t yourfault -- you and Driver Position your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver This part describes the driver’s restraint system. doesn’t protect youfrom things beyond your control, such as baddrivers.
3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. pull up on the latchplate to make sureit is secure.If the belt isn’t long enough,see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quicklyif you ever had to. 1-14 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs.
4. Let the beltgo back all the way.You should hear a slight clicking sound. If you don't, the adjustment ,.,featurewon't set, and you'll have to start again. .: . , J 3. Just before it-reachesthe end, giveit a quick pull. ,.
If you move aroundin the vehicle enough, pull out the shoulder belt, or open your door, the belt will become tight again.If this happens,you can resetit. @ What’s wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection thisway. uuu U U You can be seriou J hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose.In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt shouldfit against your body. Don’t allow more than1 inch (25 mm) of slack.
A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.
e." What's wrong with this? U You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward,which would increase the chanceof head andneck injury. Also, the beltwould apply too much force to the bones. ribs, which aren't as strong as shoulder You could alsoseverely injure internal organs like your liveror spleen. A: The shoulder beltis worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times.
@ What’s wrong with this? 1 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 dealer fix it. to -I I A: I The belt is twisted across the body.
To unlatch the belt,just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back outof the w Before you c1,as.ethe door, be sure the way.
The best way to protectthe fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety beltis worn properly, it’s more likely thatthe fetus won’t be hurtin a crash. For pregnant women,as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effectiveis wearing them properly. -- one air bag for the Your vehicle has two air bags driver and another air bag for the right front passenger.
A I Air bags inflate with great force, faster than the an inflating blink of an eye. If you’re too close to air bag, it could seriouslyinjure you. Safety belts help keep youin position beforeand during a crash. Always wearyour safety belt, even with air bags. Thedriver should sitas far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle. 1-22 Children who are up against,or very close to,an air bag whenit inflates can be seriously injured or killed.
There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. How the Air Bag System Works The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See “Air Bag Readiness Light” in the Index for more information. Where are the air bags? The driver’s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel.
The right-frontpassenger’s air bap is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side.
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When an air baginflates, there is dust in theair. This dust could cause breathing problems for people witha history of asthma or other breathing trouble.To avoid this, everyone in the vehicle should get out assoon as it is safe to doso. If you have breathing problems but can’t get out’ of the vehicle after anair bag inflates, thenget fresh airby opening awindow or door. In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation.
If your vehicle ever gets into a lot of water -- such as water up to the carpeting or higher-- or if water enters your vehicle andsoaks the carpet, the air bag controller can be soaked and ruined.If this ever happens, and then you start your vehicle, the damage could make the air bags inflate, even if there’s no crash. You would have to replace the air bags as wellas the sensors and related parts.
Lap Belt If your vehicle hasa front split seat anda rear bench seat, someone cansit in the center positions. When yousit in a center seating position, you have lapa safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt. 1-28 To make the belt shorter, pullits free end as shown until the beltis snug. Buckle, position and release it the s.ame way as thelap part of .alap-shoulder belt.
U 1. Pick up the latch plateand pull the beltwross YOU. Don't let it get twisted. 2. Push the latch plate intothe buckle untilit clicks.
If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the 3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt asyou pull up on the shoulder part. latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it. Pull upon the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the beltis 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 ableto unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
I n n The safety beltlocks if there’s a sudden stop or a crash. I 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 shouldfit against your body. The lap partof the belt should beworn 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.
Children Smaller Children andBabies Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size. Neither the distance traveled nor theage and size of the traveler changes the need,for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in everystate in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to so ; age must be restrained while in a vehicle.
Smaller children and babies should always be restrained ina child or infant restraint. The instructions for the restraint will say whether itis the right type and size for your child. A very young child’s hip bonesare so small thata regular belt might not stay low on thehips, as it should. Instead, the belt will likely be over the child’s abdomen. In a crash, the beltwould apply force right on thechild’s abdomen, which could cause seriousor fatal injuries.
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A rear-facing infant restraint(B) positions an infant to face the rear of the vehicle. Rear-facing infant restraints are designed for infants of up to about 20 lbs. (9 kg) and about oneyear of age. This type of restraint faces the rearso that the infant’s head, neck and body can have the support they need in a crash. Some infant seats come in two parts -- the base stays securedin the vehicle and theseat part is removable.
A booster seat(F, G) is designed for children who are about 40 to 60 lbs. (18 to 27 kg) and about four to eight years of age. It’s designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Booster seats with shields use lap-only belts; however, booster seats without shields use lap-shoulder belts. Booster seats canalso help a childto see out the window.
When choosing a child restraint, besure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will havea label saying thatit meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Then follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions onthe restraint itself orin a booklet, or both. These restraints use the belt system in your vehicle, butthe child also has to be secured within the restraint to help reduce the chance of personal injury.
r A child ina child restraint in the centerfront seat can be badlyinjured by the right front passenger a child restraint air bag if it inflates. Never secure in the center front seat. It's alwaysbetter to secure a child restraint in the rear seat. You may, however, secure a forward-facing childrestraint in the right front passenger seat,but only with the seatmoved all theway back. Wherever you installit, be sure to secure the child restraint properly.
Securing a Child Restrgint in a Re,ar Outside ,Seat Position 1. Pat the restraint on the seat. 3. Tilt thelatch plate to adjust the belt if needed. If the shoul.&r belt goes in front d the child’s face or neck, put it behind the child restraint.
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position You’ll be using the lap belt.Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say. A child ina child restraint in the center front seat can be badlyinjured by the right front passenger air bag if it inflates. Never securea child restraint in the center front seat. It’s alwaysbetter to secure a child restraint in therear seat.
6. Push and pull the child restraintin different directions to be sure itis secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt.It will be ready towork for an adult or larger child passenger. Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle hasa right front passenger air bag. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in this seat.
3. Pick up the latchplzate, and-funthe lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle’s safetybelt through or around the-restraiat. The child restm.int instructions will show YOU how. neck, put it be&d the child restraint.
Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle’s safety .belts.
Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt.The belt can’tproperly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children canbe crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only oneperson at a time.
Safety Belt Extender Checking Your Restraint Systems If the vehicle’s safetybelt will fasten around you, you should useit. Now .and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Lookfor any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired.
. , , -. ..,- Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you ever see a labelon the driver’s orthe right front passenger’s safety belt that says to replace the belt, be sure to doso. Then the new belt will be there to help protect you in a collision. You would see this label on If you’ve had a crash, do you ---bed newbelts? the belt near the latch plate. After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary.
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Keys Leaving young children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A chiId 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 ignition key is for the ignition only.
Door Locks Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out. When a isdoor locked, the inside handlewon’t open it. Outsiders caneasily enter through an unlocked door when you slowdown or stop yourvehicle. This may not be so obvious: You increase the chance of being thrown outof the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’tlocked. Wear safetybelb properly, lock your doors, andyou will be far better off whenever you drive yourvehicle.
Power Door Locks Door Ajar Reminder
Custon . g Your Memory Door Locks Feature Veh ’ ’es are delivered programmedin Mode 3. You can p ;ram the memory door locks feature to To cm:ethemodes: change tome following modes: 1. Close both doors andturn the ignition on. Keep both doors closed throughout this procedure. Mode Operation 0 No automaticdoorlockorunlock. 1 Alldoorsautomaticallylockwhenshiftedout of PARK (P). No automatic door unlock. 2 Alldoorsautomaticallylockwhenshifted out of PARK (P).
Delayed Locking This Personal Choicefeature lets the driver delay the actual lockingof the vehicle. Whenthe power door lock switch is pressed with the key removed from the ignition and thedriver’s door open, a chime will sound three times to signal that the lock delay mode is active. When all doorshave been closed, the doors will lock automatically afterfive seconds. If any door is opened before this,the five-second timer will reset itself once all the doors have been closed again.
Operation Resynchronization The driver’s door will unlock when UNLOCK is pressed. If UNLOCK is pressed again within five seconds, both doors will unlock. Pressing the UNLOCK button will also illuminate the interior lamps. See “Illuminated Entry”in the Index. Both doors will lock when LOCK is pressed. If only the instant alarm button works, the transmitter needs to be resynchronized to the receiver. Do this by pressing and holding both the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the transmitterfor about eight seconds.
Periineter Lighting: When the UNLOCK button on the transmitteris pressed, the headlamps, parking lamps, back-up lamps and cornering lamps will turn on indark conditions. Memory Seat and Mirrors:This feature programs to a set your driver’s seat and outside mirrors memory position when theUNLOCK button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed. For more detailed information and programming instructions, refer to the Index for each individual feature listed above.
Vehicles are delivered programmed in Mode 5. To Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle change to another mode, the ignition must be off. Then: Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to 1. Turn the ignition key toOFF. prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitteris lost or stolen, a replacement can be 2. Press and holdLOCK on the driver’s power door purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring lock switch throughoutthe procedure.
To replace the battery: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. For battery replacement, use a Duracell@ battery, type DL-2032, or a similar type. I NOTICE: When replacing the battery, use care not to touch any of the circuitry. Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter.
Trunk Trunk Lock Release n To unlock the trunkfrom the outside, turn the lock cover to expose the key hole. Insert the door key and it.turn Remote Trunk Release It can be dangerous todrive with the trunk lid open becausecarbon monoxide (CO) gascan come into your vehicle. You can’t seeor smell CO. It can cause unconsciousnessand even death.
Remote Trunk Release Lockout Theft Vehicle theftis big business, especiallyin some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. However,there are ways you can help. Key in the Ignition If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an easy target forJoy riders or professional thieves -- so don’t doit.
Parking Lots If you park in a lot where someone will be watching to lock it up and take your keys. your vehicle, it’s best But what if you have leave to your ignitionkey? SECURITY This light remindsyou to activate the theft-deterrent system. Here’s how todo it: If possible, park in a busy, well lit area. 0 Put your valuables in astorage area, like your trunk or glove box. Be sure to close and lock the storage area. 1. Open the door. Close all windows. 2.
If a door orthe trunk is opened without the key or remote keyless entry system, the alarm will go off. It will alsogo off if the trunk lock or door locks are damaged. Your vehicle’s lamps will flash and the horn will soundfor one minute, then will go off to save battery power. Testing the Alarm The alarm can be tested by following these steps: 1. From inside the vehicle, roll down the driver’s window and open the driver’s door. 2.
PASS-Key@I1 Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS-Key 11 (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-KeyII system senses that someoneis using the wrong key, it shutsdown the vehicle’s starter and fuel systems.
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Ignition Positions The key with the black plastic head operates the ignition lock. LOCK (B): This is the only positionin which you can removethe key. This position locks your ignition, steering wheel and transaxle. It’s a theft-deterrent feature. OFF (C): This position lets you turnoff the engine C A but still turn the steering wheel. It doesn’t lock the steering wheellike LOCK and it doesn’t send any electrical power to the accessories.
I NOTICE: -1 If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can’t turn it, be sure you are using the correctkey; if so, is it all the way in? If it is, then turn the steering wheel left and rightwhile you turn the key hard. But turn the key only with your hand. Using a tool to forceit could break thekey or the ignition switch. If none of this works, then your vehicle needs service.
I NOTICE: NOTICE: Holding your keyin START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained muchsooner. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor. Your engine is designed to workwith the electronics in yourvehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change theway the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer. If you don’t, your engine might not perform properly.
Engine Coolant Heater (Option) ’ I In very cold weather,0 O F (- 18 C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimumof four hours priorto starting your vehicle. O To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-voltAC outlet.
Automatic Transaxle Operation There are several different positionsfor your shift lever. PARK (P): This position locks yourfront wheels. It’s the best positionto use when youstart your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily. It is dangerous toget out of your vehicle if shift leveris not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmlyset. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, thevehicle can move suddenly.
REVERSE (R): Use this gearto back up. NOTICE: Shifting to REVERSE(R)while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle. Shift to REVERSE(R)only after your vehicle is stopped. To rock your vehicle back and forth to get outof snow. ice or sand without damaging your transaxle, see “Stuck: In Sand, Mud,Ice or Snow” in the Index. NEUTRAL (N): In this position, you! ngine doesn’t connect withthe wheels. To restart when you’re already moving, useNEUTRAL (N) only.
(a): AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE This position is for normal driving.If you need more powerfor passing, and you’re: Going less than approximately35 mph (55 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. 0 Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all the way down. You’ll shift down to the next gear and have more power. THIRD (3): This positionis also used for normal driving, however, it offers more power and lower fuel economy than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE(@).
FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND (2). You can use it on very steep hills, orin deep snow ormud. If the selector leveris put in FIRST (1)’ the transaxle won’t shift intoFIRST (1) until the vehicleis going slowly enough. Parking Brake NOTICE: If your frontwheels can’t rotate,don’t try to if you were stuck in drive. This might happen very deep sandor mud orwere up againsta solid object. You could damage yourtransaxle.
Releasing the parking brake:You will need to use the PUSH TO RELEASE parking brake pedal. Hold the regular brake pedal down and push the parking brake pedal with yourleft foot. This will unlock the pedal. When you lift your left foot, the parking brake pedal will followit to the release position.
2. Move the shift lever interPARK (P)like this: Move the lever upas far as it will go. Pull the lever toward you. 2-28 3. Turn the ignition keyto LOCK. 4. Remove the key and takeit with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicleis in PARK (P).
Console Shift Lever 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) like this: 0 Hold in the button on the lever. 0 Push the lever all the way toward the front of your vehicle. 4. Remove the key and takeit with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicleis in PARK (P).
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Running Your Engine While You’re Parked I It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if ever haveto, here : some things toknow. the shiftlever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brakefirmly set. Your vehiclecan roll. ‘2 .. . . .:. . . . p; ; !,;= - ! Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is , y&. .tr’;* bf?,L:’ . il ..’ W’” running unless you have to. If you’ve left the engine running, thevehicle can move suddenly.
Express-Down Wmdow Switches on the driver's asmrest control each of the windows while the ignitionis on or retained accessory power is active. In addition, the passenger's door armrest has a switch for its own window. To lower the passenger's window,pull back=onthe fight switch. The windowwill lower as long as the switch.is held. To raise either window, push the switch forward.
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 signala turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move thelever all the way up or down. When the turn 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, just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash.
'Windshield W1pcrs For steady wiping at low speed, turn the bandl away
:WASHER. FLUID L o w When the vehicle hasa low fluid condition, the LOW WASHER FLUID light will come on to remind you to getmorewasher fluid soon. Cruise Control I In freezing weather, don't use your washer until the windshieldis warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid canhrrn ice on the windshield, blocking your vision. I really .help on long trips. I To get morefluid on the windshield, pushandhold the paddle. Spraying will continue as long as the paddle is held.
When you apply your brakes, the cruise control shuts off. Setting Cruise Control I If you leave your cruise controlswitch on when 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 a Set Speed Setting the cruise control at a desired speed and then applying the brake will end the cruise control function. Once you’re going about25 mph (40 W h ) or more, you can move the cruise control switch from ON to R/A (Resume/Accelerate) briefly to reset. This returns you to your desired presetspeed. To increase your speedin very small amounts, move the switch to R/Afor less than half a second and then release it. Each time you do this, your vehicle will go about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) faster.
Using Cruise Control on Hills Exterior Lamps How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down.Of course, applying the brake takes you outof cruise control. Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don’t use cruise control on steep hills.
0 SidemarkerLamps Daytime Running Lamps 0 Instrument Panel Lights Daytime Running Lamps(DRL) can makeit easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpfulin many digerent driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset. Interior Courtesy Lamps A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the DRL work,so be sure it isn’t covered.
To idle your vehicle with the DRL off, shift the transaxle intoPARK (P). The DRL will stayoff until you shift outof PARK (P). To turn off all exterior lampsat night when youare in PARK (P), turn off the headlamps and move the twilight sentinel control, located on the lower area of the headlamp switch, allthe way toward AUTOMIN. When released, the spring control will return to the twilight sentinel minimum de€ay position, and all exterior lamps will turn off.
Interior Lamps Parade Dimming Instrument Panel Brightness This feature prohibits the dimming of your instrument panel displays during daylight while your headlamps are on. Thisfeature operates with thelight sensor for the twilight sentinel andis fully automatic. When thelight sensor reads darkness outside, you will be able to dim your instrument panel displays once again. By rotating the headlamp knob you can make the instrument panel lights bright or dim. See “Headlamps” in the Index.
Perimeter Lighting To turn the feature on: This is a Personal Choice feature of your vehicle, 1. Turn the ignition key toOFF. When theUNLOCK button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed, the headlamps, parking lamps, back-up lamps and cornering lamps will come onit ifis dark enough outside accordingto the twilight sentinel. 2. Press and hold LOCK on the driver’s power door lock switch throughout this procedure. All doors will lock.
Front Reading Lamps Trunk Lamp When you open the trunkto its full open position, a lamp will come on insidethe trunk. This lamp will automatically turn off when the trunk is closed. Battery Rundown Protection This feature automatically shutsoff the interior lamps if any areleft on for more than 10 minutes whenthe ignition is off. This will keep your battervfrom running down. These lamps andthe interior courtesy lamps will come on when you open a door, and turn off when you turn the ignition on.
Mirror Operation The right sideof the switch located atthe bottom of the off. To mirror turns the electrochromic mirror on and turn on the automatic dimming feature, press MIRROR. To turn off automatic dimming, pressMIRROR again. The green indicator light will be illuminated when this feature is active. 2-48 Compass Operation Press the COMPASS switch once to turn the compass on oroff.
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. Praer Remote Control Mirror mirrors inner switch is in the center position, the cannot be adjusted. r vehicle may be equipped with the memory function. These mirror positions, along with the driver s seat cushion position, can be stored into memory. See “Memory Seats and Mirrors” in the Index. I Automatic Dimming Outside Rearview Mlirror (Option) If you have this option, the driver’s side outside mirror will adjustfor the glareof headlamps behind you.
Convex Outside Mirror Storage Compartments Your passenger’s side mirror is convex.A convex mirror’s surface is curvedso you can see more from the driver’s seat. Glove Box Use the door keyto lock and unlockthe glove box.To open, pull the latch on thefront of the glove box door. Installing a Garage Door Opener A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on your right.
P 1. Push the extended tab (above theGARAGE button) or insert a screwdriver between the tab and outer edge of the cover.The garage door opener cover will flip down. 2. Remove the square height adaptersfrom the cover. Refer to the chart to determine the number and location of the height adaptersfor your garage door opener. If your unit does not appear on the chart, you will have totry different adapter number and location combinations.
Your Garage Door Transmitter I Name -- I Vehicle Console Door 3033 LINEAR D4B ~~~ 3 I 3 I 1 3 1 10 3 I ESP-T-9 1 2 2 MULTIELMAC4 1048 1 8 MULTIELMAC 1087 1 3 3 4 MULTIELMAC6 3060 1 MULTIELMAC 1098 1 3 1 6 3 MULTIELMAC 3089 1 4 3 MULTI ELMAC 3070 MULTIELMAC 3032 MULTIELMAC L 1054 I 6 1 1 6 2 I 4 3 2 6 3 1 6 3 - - 5 2 5 2 ~~ 61 1 3 3 3010 I 6 4 3 1 3 13 ~~ 4 ESP-T-9R 3 4 3 -t I VehicleConsoleDoor I Model Name Model
Vehicle Console Door 3 9 1 1 3 3 . 3. Place the height adapterson the proper peg using the suggested combinations or by lining up the height adapters and the transmitter button on your garage door opener. 1 I 4 3 2 4 STANLEY 1047 1050 1076 STANLEY STANLEY I STANLEY I STANLEY 1 STANLEY 2-54 I 1 1 5 1 1 1 2 6 6 6 ~ ~~ 1 1079 2 1075 1 6 3 2 6 3 I 1 I 6 I 3 3 4 2 1 I 5 l 6 l 7 4.
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Compact Disc Storage Put small loads, like grocery bags, behind the net. It can help keep them from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and stops. For heavier loads, store them in the trunk as far forward as you can. There are six retainers to secure the convenience net, allowing two different placementsfor the net. You can unhook the netso that it will lie flat when you’re not using it. When reinstalling the net, make surethe label points toward the upper retainer.
Cigarette Lighter Accessorv Power Outlet To use me cigarette lighter, push it all the way in andlet it go. When it is hot, it will pop back by itself. An auxiliary power receptacle is located on the lower right side of the console. When the ignition on, is you can plug in accessories requiring electrical power. NOTICE: If your vehicle does not have a console, the auxiliary power receptacle is oppositethe cigarette lighterin the ashtray area.
OnStar System (Option) This system may be ordered if you have the optional fixed cellular telephone. The following services are available 24 hours a day: Roadside Service with Location Emergency Services Button Remote Door Unlock Astroroof (Option) If your vehicle has the astroroof option, the switch is on the roof between the sun visors. It will open the astroroof when the ignition is on, or when retained accessory poweris active. Theft DetectiordNotification andStolen-\k h.icle Tracking Auto--_.
Universal Transmitter (Option) This device complies withPart 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. l k s device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
Your velucle’s engine should be turned off while programming your transmitter. Follow these steps to program up to three channels: 1. If you have previously programmed a universal transmitter channel, proceed to Step 2. Otherwise, hold down the two outside buttons on the universal transmitter until the red light beginsflash to rapidly (approximately 20 seconds). Then releasethe buttons. This procedure initializesthe memory and erases any previous settingsfor all three channels. 2.
Note that the effective transmissionrange of the universal transmitter may differ from your hand-held transmitter and alsofrom one channel to another. Training a Garage Door Opener Equipped with “Rolling Codes” 3. Press the training button on the garage door opener receiver for one to two seconds. 4. Return to your vehicle and press the programmed button on the universal transmitter until the red light flashes rapidly (about two seconds). 5.
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Your instrument panelis designed to let you know at a glance how your car is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, how muchfuel you’re using, and many other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically. The main componentsof your instrument panel are: A. Warning Lights L. Steering Wheel Touch Controlsfor Au&o System B Tachometer M. Tilt Steering Wheel Lever C. .Fuel Gage N. Horn D . .Engine Temperature Gage 0. Steering Wheel Touch Controlsfor Audio/Climate Control System E.
Instrument Panel Cluster Your vehicle is equipped with this instrument panel cluster. It includes indicator warning lights and gagesarethat explained on the following pages.
Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer shows howfar your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). Tachometer 3 4 5 Trip Odometer The tachometer tells you how fast the engine is running. It displays engine speed in revolutionsper minute (rpm). 6 A trip odometer can tell you how many miles you have driven since you last reset it back to zero.
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repairor replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury. Warning lights come on when there may beisora problem with oneof your vehicle’s functions.
Air Bag Readiness Light The air bag readiness light should flash for a few seconds whenyou turn the ignition key RUN. to If the light doesn't come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. There isan air bag readinesslight on the instrument panel, which showsAIR BAG. The system checks the air bag's electrical systemfor malfunctions. The light tells youif there is an electrical problem.
5 System Warning Light your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts.If one part isn’t working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need bothparts working well. If the warning light comes on, there could be a brake problem. Have your brake system inspected right away. This light should come on when you turn the key to START. If it doesn’t come on then, haveit fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem.
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light 1 1 1 With the anti-lock brake ANTI -LOCK I system, the light(s) will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds. That’s normal. If the light stays on, turn the ignition OFF. to Or, if the light comes on whenyou’re driving, stop as soon as possible and turnthe ignition off. Then startthe engine again to reset the system.If the light still stays on, or comes on againwhile you’re driving, your vehicle needs service.
The traction control system warning light may come on for the following reasons: 0 Engine Coolant Temperature WarningLight This light tells you that your engine coolant has overheated or your radiator cooling fan is not working. If you turn the systemoff by pressing the TRAC CONT button located on the instrument panel, the warning light will comeon and stay on.To turn the system backon, press the button again. The warning light should gooff. (See “Traction Control System” in the Indexfor more information.
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage FA 200 Your vehicle has a gage that shows theengine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves intothe red area, your engineis too hot! W TEMP This reading meansthe same thing asthe warning light. It means that your engine coolant has overheated. If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turnoff the engine as soon as possible.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service EngineSoon Light) I NOTICE: Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operationof the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. If' you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after a while, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty.
If the LightIs Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: 0 Reducing vehicle speed. 0 Avoiding hard accelerations. Avoiding steep uphill grades. If you are towing a trailer, reduce the amountof cargo being hauledas soon asit is possible. If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see “If the Light Is On Steady” following. If the light continues toflash, when it issafe to do so, stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park your vehicle.
Oil Pressure Light This light tells you if there could bea problem with your engine oil pressure. When this light comes on and stays on, it means oil isn’t going through your engine properly. You could be low on oil, or you might have some other oil problem. I on’tkeepdriving j he I pressure is low ! you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches fire.You or others could be burned. Check your oil assoon as possible and have your vehicle serviced.
Door Ajar Light NOTICE: Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty. DOOR AJAR When the ignition is on, this light will stay on until both doors are closed and completely latched. Check Oil Level Light CHECK OIL LEVEL The CHECK OIL LEVEL light is lit for two to four seconds as a bulb check each timethe ignition key is turned toRUN. If the light doesn’t comeon, have your vehicle serviced. If the engine oil is more thanone quart (0.
Here are some concerns some owners have had about the fuel gage. All these situations arenormal and indicate nothing wrong with the fuel gage. 0 At the gas station, the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads Full(F). 0 It takes more (or less) gas tofill up than the gage indicated. For example, the gage may have indicated half full, but it took more (or less) than halfof the tank's capacity tofill it. 0 The gage moves alittle when you. turna corner, speed up or stop your vehicle.
Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this section, you’llfind out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle. Be sure to read aboutthe particular systems supplied with your vehicle.
Comfort Controls This section describes how to operate your climate control system.Your climate control system uses ozone-friendly R- 134a refrigerant. Dual Automatic ComforTemp Climate Control Your vehicle has the Dual Automatic ComforTemp Climate Control system. The following information tells you how it works.
Temperature Button To adjust the comfort level you want maintained inside the car, push the TEMP button. If you want a warmer comfort level, push the red arrow. If you want a cooler comfort level, push the blue arrow. Your comfort setting is shown in the display. Fan Button The speedof the blower fan is controlled automatically if you havethe system setfor AUTO. Pressingthe FAN button will display and hold the current blower fan setting.
The ventilation system always allows fresh air to flow Manual Operation through the interior when the vehicle is moving even You may also manually adjust theair delivery or fanspeed. with the system in the OFF mode. AIR FLOW This button is used to change the direction of the airflow. The airflow choices available are FLOOR, VENT The VENT button allows outside air to flow through your vehicle without the air conditioning FLOOR-MID, MID and WINDSHIELD-FLOOR. compressor working.
FRONT This selection is used to defrost the windshield by directing theairflow toward the windshield. If FRONT is selected whilein the AUTO mode, the fan speed andthe air temperaturefrom the front defroster will vary.If a manualfan speed setting is selected, the fan speed will remain at that selection until anotherfan speed selectionis made or the AUTO mode is selected.To turn off FRONT, pressthe AUTO or AIR FLOW button.
Adjust the direction of airflow by moving the louvered fti+ nutlets.
Defogging and Defrosting Use the FRONT button to quickly remcw fog, &ost I I
The lines you see on the rear window warm the glass. Pressthe button to start warming your window. An indicator lightin the button will glow while the rear window defogger is operating. At speeds above30 mph (48 km/h), the rear defogger will stayon until you press the REAR defogger button again. At speeds below30 mph (48 km/h), the rear window defogger will turnoff automatically after about 10 minutes of use. If you pressit again, the defogger 'will operatefor about five minutes only.
iteering Wheel Controls for Climate 2ontrol (Option) Passenger Zone Comfort Control If your vehicle has this feature, you can control the temperature comfort setting by usingthe control button on your steering wheel. TEMP: Press either arrow once and the current comfort setting will be displayed. Press the up arrow again to choose a warmer comfort setting and press the down arrow again to choose a cooler comfort setting. The front seat passenger can control the air temperature in their seating area.
Adjust the temperature usingthe COMFORT CONTROL knob. Turn the control toward COOLER or WARMER. This controlcan be set up to 5OF (- 15"C) cooler or warmer thanthe primary setting. Notice the lighted display above the control which indicates the difference from the main temperature setting. AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Automatic Tone Control Push theOFF button onthe main control panel onceto turn off this partof the system.
RECALL: Press this button briefly to recall the station being played or to display the clock. To change whatis normally shown onthe display (stationor time), press the RECALL button until yousee the display you want, then holdthe RECALL button untilthe display flashes. If you press the button when the ignitionis off, the clock will show for a few seconds. Finding a Station AM-FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1 and FM2.The display shows your selection.
Setting the Tone BASS: Press this knob lightlyso it extends. Turn the knob to increase or decrease bass. TREB: Press this knob lightlyso it extends. Turnthe knob to increaseor decrease treble. If a station is weak or noisy, you may want to decrease the treble. FADE: Press this knob lightlyso it extends. Turn the knob to move the soundthe tofront or rear speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers. Push these knobs backinto their stored positions when you’re not using them.
44 (3): Press this button to reversethe tape rapidly. Press it again to return to playing speed. The radio will play while thetape reverses. bb (4): Press this button to advance quickly to another part of the tape. Press the button again to return to playmg speed. The radiowill play while the tape advances. SIDE (5): Press this button to change the side of the tape that is playing. RAND (6): Press this button to reduce background noise. The double-D symbol will appear in the display.
If any error occurs repeatedlyor if an error can’t be CLN: If this message appears onthe display, the corrected, please contact your dealer. If your radio cassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will still play tapes, but you should clean it as soon as possible to displays an error number, write it down and provideit to prevent damage to the tapes and player. See “Care of your dealer when reporting the problem. Your Cassette Tape Player” in the Index.
RECALL: Press this buttonto see which track is playing. Pressit again withinfive seconds tosee how long it has been playing.To change what is normally shown on the display (track or elapsed time), press the RECALL button until yousee the display you want, then hold the RECALL button until the display flashes. AM-FM: Press this buttonto play the radio when a disc is in the player. Theft-Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCK@ is designed to discourage theft of your radio.
8. Press AM-FM after you have confirmed that the Activating the Theft-Deterrent Feature code matches the secret code you have written down. The instructions which follow explain how to enter your The display will show REP to let you know that you secret code to activate the THEFTLOCK system. It is need to repeat Steps 5 through 7 to confirm your recommended that you read through all nine steps secret code. before starting the procedure. 9.
If you enter the wrong codeeight times, INOP will appear on the display. You will have to wait an hour with the ignition on before you cantry again. When you try again, you will only have three more chances (eight tries per chance) to enter the correct code before INOP appears. If you lose or forget your code, contact your dealer. Disabling the Theft-Deterrent Feature 5. Press MIN again to makethe last two digits agree with your code. 6. Press HRS to make the first one or two digits agree with your code.
Audio Steering Wheel Controls (Option) If your vehicle has this feature, you can control certain radio and comfort control functions using the buttons on your steering wheel. SEEK: Press the SEEK down arrow to go to a lower frequency station and the SEEK up arrow to go to a higher frequency station. VOL: Press me up oraown arrow to increaseor decrease volume. If you press and hold the SEEK button for two seconds, SCAN will appear on the display.
To help avoid hearingloss or darnage: Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting. Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly. NOTICE: Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like atape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way radio be sure you can add whatyou want. If you can, it’s very important to do it properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s engine, Delco Electronics radio or other systems, and even damage them.
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Care of .lrCompact I Handle discs carefully.Store them in their originalcases or other protectivecases and away from direct sunlight and dust.If the surface of a disc is soiled, dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent solution and cleanit, wiping from the center to the edge. Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling discs. Pick up discs by graspingthe outer edges orthe edge of the hole andthe outer edge.
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Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you’llfind information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We’ve also included many other useful tipson driving.
Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might do. Be readyfor their mistakes. Rear-end collisions are about the most preventableof accidents. Yet they are common. Allow enough following distance. It’s the best defensive driving maneuver, in both city and rural driving. You never know when the vehiclein front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly. Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy.
0 The length of time it has taken the drinker to consume the alcohol. According to the American Medical Association, a 180-lb. (82 kg) person who drinks three 12-ounce (355 ml) bottlesof beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0.06 percent. The person would reach the same BAC by drinking three 4-ounce (120 ml) glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1-1/2 ounces (45 ml) of a liquorlike whiskey, gin orvodka.
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Braking Braking action involvesperception time and reaction time. First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. That’s perception time. Then you have to bring up your foot and doit. That’s reaction time. Average reaction time is about 314 of a second. But that’s only an average. It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another. Age, physical condition, alertness, coordination and eyesight all play a part. So do alcohol, drugs and frustration.
Anti-Lock Brakes Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes(ABS). ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a brakingskid. When you start your engine and begin to drive away, your anti-lock brake system will check itself. You may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this test is going on, and you may even notice that your brake pedal moves alittle. This is normal. I ANTI - LOCK If there’s a problem withthe anti-lock brake system,this warning light will stayon.
The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. Remember: Anti-lock doesn't change the time you need to. get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance.If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, 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.
If your vehicleis in cruise control when the traction control system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. When road conditions allow you to safely use it again, you may reengage the cruise control. (See “Cruise Control” in the Index.) TRACTION OFF To turn the system off, press the TRAC CONT button located onthe instrument panel. This light should come on briefly when youstart the engine.
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Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering canbe more effective than braking.For example, you come overa hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a childdarts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you. You can avoid these problems by braking-- if you can stop in time. But sometimes you can’t; there isn’t room. That’s the timefor evasive action-- steering around the problem.
Off-Road Recovery Passing You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two-lane highway waits forjust the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again. A simple maneuver? OFF-ROAD RECOVE edge of paved surfwe If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery shouldbe fairly easy.
e Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and start yourleft lane change signalbefore moving out of the rightlane to pass. When youare far enough ahead of the passed vehicle tosee its front in your inside mirror, activate your right lane change signal and moveback into the right lane. (Remember that your right outside mirror is convex. The vehicle you just passed may seem to be farther away from you than it really is.) Try not to pass more thanone vehicle at a time on two-lane roads.
R If you do not have traction control, or if the systemis off, then an acceleration skidis also best handledby Let’s review what driving experts say about what easing your footoff the accelerator pedal. happens whenthe three control systems (brakes, steering footthe. and acceleration) don’t have enough friction where the If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your off accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the tires meet the roadto do what the driver has asked. vehicle to go.
Driving at Night 0 Adjust your inside rearview &or to reducethe glare from headlamps behind you. 0 Since you can’tsee as well, you may need to slow down and keepmore space betweenyou and other vehicles. e Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Your headlamps can light up onlyso much road ahead. A .... 0 In remote areas, watchfor animals. 0 If you’re tired, pulloff the road in a safe place and rest. Night Vision No one can see as well at night as in the daytime.
You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several seconds, for your eyes to readjust to the dark. When you are faced with severeglare (as from a driver who doesn't lower the high beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps), slow down a little. Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps. Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean -- inside and out. Glare at night is made much worse by dirton the glass.
........... ~ ---I Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affectyour brakes. Try to avoid puddles. But if you can't, try to slow down before you hit them.
Hydroplaning usually happens athigher speeds. There just isn’t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning. The best.adviceis to slow down when it is raining. 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 drivingthrough a large puddle of water or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally. Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous.
Citv Driving Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to getto where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the cityjust as you wouldfor a cross-country trip. Try to use the freeways that rimand crisscross most large cities. You’ll save time and energy. (See the next part, “Freeway Driving.”) Treat a green light as a warning signal.A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to needit.
Freeway Driving At the entrance, there is usually a rampleads that to the freeway. If you havea clear viewof the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp, you should begin to check traffic. Tryto determine where you expect to blend with the flow. Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed. Switch on your turn signal, check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary. Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow.
The exit speed is usually posted. 0 Lamps: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean.! Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not to your sense of motion. After drivingfor any distance at higher speeds, you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are. 0 Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, trouble-free trip.
Then here aresome tips: Hill and Mountain Roads Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated, witha comfortably cool interior. Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road ahead and to the sides. Check your rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently. e If you get sleepy, pull off the road into a rest, service or parking area and take a nap, get some exercise, or both. For safety,treat drowsiness on the highway as an emergency.
If you drive regularlyin steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there,here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. 0 Keep your vehicle in good shape. Checkall fluid levels and alsothe brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle. These parts can work hard on mountain roads. 0 Know how to go downhills. The most important thing to knowis this: let your engine do some of the slowing down. Shift to a lower gear when you g~o down a steep or long hill.
Winter Driving Here are some tipsfor winter driving: Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. You may want to put winter emergency suppliesin your trunk. 4-24 Include anice 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 probablyhave good traction. However, if thereis snow orice between your tires and the road, you can havea very slippery situation. You’ll have a lot less traction or “grip” and will needbeto very careful. What’s the worst time for this? “Wet ice.” Very cold snow orice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offerthe least traction of all.
Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stability when you makea hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have the anti-lock braking system, you’ll want tobegin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement. See “Anti-Lock”in the Index. 0 Allow greater following distance on any slippery road. Watch for slippery spots. The road might be fine until you hit a spot that’s covered with ice.
If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a serious situation.You should probably stay with your vehicle unless youknow for sure that you arenear help and you can hike through the snow. Here are some things todo to s u m o n help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: Turn on your hazard flashers. Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you.
Snow can trap exhaustgases under yourvehicle. CO (carbon monoxide)gas This can cause deadly to get inside. CO could overcomeyou and kill you. You can’t see it orsmell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle. Clear awaysnow from around thebase of your vehicle, especially any that is blocking your exhaustpipe. And check around again fromtime to timeto be suresnow doesn’t collect there. of the Open a window just a little on the side vehicle that’s away from thewind. This will help keep CO out.
Electronic Level Control This feature keeps therear of your vehiclelevel as the load changes.It’s automatic -- you don’t need to adjust anything. If you don’l $e the correct equi- lent and drive properly, you can lose control when you pulla trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy,the brakes may not work well or even at all. You and your passengers could be seriously injured. You may also damageyour vehicle; the resulting repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do, here are some important points: the weight of the trailer tongue and the total weight on your vehicle's tires. There are many different laws, including speed limit Weight of the Trailer restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure your rig will be legal, not only where you live but How heavy can a trailer safelybe? also where you'll be driving. A good source for this It should never weigh more than 1,000 pounds (450 kg).
If you’re using a weight-carrying hitch, the trailer tongue (A) should weigh 10 percent of the total loaded The tongue load (A)of any trailer1s an important trailer weight(B). If you have a weight-distributing weight to measure becauseit affects the total capacity hitch, the trailer tongue (A) should weigh 12 percent of weight of your vehicle.The capacity weight includes the the total loaded trailer weight (B).
Hitches It’s important to have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large trucksgoing by and rough roadsare a few reasons why you’ll need the right hitch. Here are some rules to follow: 0 The rear bumper on your vehicleis not intendedfor hitches. Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper-type hitches toit. Use only a frame-mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper.
Following Distance Stay at least twice asfar behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. This can help you avoid situations thatrequire heavy braking and sudden turns. Making Turns NOTICE: Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer tocome in contact with the Passing vehicle. Your vehicle couldbe damaged. Avoid You’ll need more passing distance up ahead when you’re towing a trailer.
When towing a trailer,the green arrows on your Parking on Hills instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer the trailer are burned out. Thus, you may think drivers behind you are seeing your signal when they are not. It’sattached, on a hill. If something goes wrong, yourrig important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer could start to move. People can be injured, and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged.
When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: 0 Start your engine; 0 Shift into a gear; and 0 Release the parking brake. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the traileris clear of the chocks. 4. Stop and have someone pickup and store the chocks. Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re pulling a trailer.See the Maintenance Schedulefor more on this.
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Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occm on theroad.
Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flasherslet you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. Press down onthe button located on topof the steering column to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. A The hazard light on the instrument panel will also come on. Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your keyis in, and evenif the key isn’tin.
Other Warning Devices NOTICE: If you carry reflective triangles, you canset one up at the side of the road about300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to yourvehicle that wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Trying tostart your vehicleby pushingor pulling it won’t work, and it could damage yourvehicle. Jump Starting If your battery has rundown, you may want to use another vehicle and somejumper cables to start your vehicle.
2. Get the vehicles close enoughso the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’ttouching each other.If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don’t want. You wouldn’t be able to start your vehicle, andthe bad grounding could damage the electrical systems. To avoid thepossibility of the vehicles rolling, set the parking brakefirmly on both vehicles.involvedin the jump start procedure. Put an automatic transaxle in PARK (P) before setting the parking brake.
A CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if you needmore light. Be sure the battery has enough water.You don’t need to add water to the Delco Freedom@battery installed in every new GM vehicle. But ifa battery has filler caps, be sure the right amount If it is low,add water to take care of fluid is there. of that first. If you don’t, explosive gas could be present.
7. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. Usea remote 6. Connect the red positive(+) cable to the remote positive (+) terminal of the vehiclewith the dead battery. 5-6 Now connect the black negative(-) cable to the good battery’s negative (-) terminal.
Don’t let theother end touchanyhng until the next step. The other end of the negative cable doesn’t go to the dead battery. It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engineof the vehicle with the dead battery. 8. Attach the cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) away from the dead battery, but not near engine parts that move. The electrical connectionis just as good there, but the chanceof sparks getting back to the battery is much less. 9.
Towing Your Vehicle Try to have your dealer or a professional towing service tow your vehicle. See “Roadside Assistance” in the Index. If your vehicle has been changed or modified sinceit 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.
\ CAUTION: A vehicle can fall from a car carrierif it isn’t adequately secured. This can cause a collision, serious personal injury and vehicle damage. The vehicle should be tightly secured with chains or steel cables beforeit is transported. Don’t use substitutes (ropes, leather straps, canvas webbing, etc.)that can be cut by sharp edges underneath the towed vehicle. Always use T-hooks inserted in the T-hook slots. Never use J-hooks. They willdamage drivetrain and suspension components.
Front Towing NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipmentor fascidfog lamp damagewill occur. Usewheel-lift or car-carrier equipment. Additional ramping may be requiredfor car-carrier equipment. Use safety chainsand wheel straps. Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage avehicle. Damage can occur fromvehicle to ground or vehicle to wheel-lift equipment.
These slots are to be used when loading and securing to car-c~arrier equipment. Attach T-hook chains on both sides, in the slotted holes in the bottom of the body rail, behind the front wheels and engineframe. Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end of each lower controlarm. I NOTICE: Be sure not to attach the safety chain to the drive axle. This could cause damage to the drive axle boot.
Rear Towing Tow Limits -- 55 mph (88 km/h), 500 miles (800 km) Attach T-hook chains to the T-hook slots in the bottom of the floor panjust ahead of the rear wheels on Position the lower-sling crossbar directly under the fascia.
I Attach a separate safety chainaround the outboard end of eachlower control arm. E,ngineOverheating You will f k d a coulmt temperature gageand the.waminglight about a hot enginean your .instrumentpanel. Steam fram an overheated engine can bnrn-you badly, evenif you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it.
If there’s still no sign of steam, you canidle the engine for two or three minutes while you’re parked, to see if the warning stops. Butthen, if you still have the warning, turn offthe engine and get everyone out of the vehicle until it cools down. You may decide not tolift the hood but to get service help right away. An electric engine cooling 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.
The coolant levelshould be at or above FULL COLD. If it isn’t, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. Heater and radiatorhoses, and otherengine parts, canbe very hot. Don’t touch them.If you do, you can be burned. Don’t run the engineif there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could cause anengine fire, andyou could be burned. Get any leakfixed before you drive thevehicle.
Adding only plain water to yourcooling system can bedangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid likealcohol, can boil before the proper coolant ‘mixturewill. Your vehicle’scoolant warning systemis set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain wateror the wrong mixture, your engine couldget too hot butyou wouldn’t get the overheat warning.Your engine could catch fire andyou or otherscould be burned. Use a 50/50 mixture of clean water and DEX-COOL@coolant.
If the overheat warningcontinues, there’s one more thing you can try You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system iscool before you do it. Steam and scalding liquids from a cooling hot 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 capwhen the cooling system, including theradiator pressure cap, is hot.
How to Add Coolant tothe Radiator I 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when thecooling system, includingthe radiator pressure capand upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turnthe pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops. (Don’t press down while turning the pressure cap.) If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop.A hiss means there is still some pressure left. 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, hut now push down as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap. 3.
4. Then fill the coolsuit recovery tankto FULL COLD. 6. 5. Put the cap backon the coolant, recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure capoff - 7.
8. Then replace the pressure cap. At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow outof the filler neck, reinstall the pressure cap. Be sure the arrows onthe pressure cap line up like this. If a Tire Goes Flat If a front tire fails, the flat tire willcreate a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side. Take your off footthe accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel M y . Steer to maintain lane position, and then gently brake to a stop well outof the traffic lane.
Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tireand wheel damage by driving slowlyto a level place.Turn on your hazard warning flashers. Changing a tire cancause an injury. Thevehicle can slip off the jack androll overyou or other people. You and they could be badly injured. To help Find a level place to change your tire. prevent thevehicle from moving: 1. Set the parking brakefirmly. 2. Put theshift lever in PARK (P). 3. Turn off the engine.
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 2. Remove the wheel wrench andjack from the jack container. Turnthe spare tire retainer bolt to the left and removethe retainer assembly. 3. Remove the spare tire fromthe trunk. The equipment you’ll needis in the trunk. Instructions for changing your tires are on the inside of the tire cover.You can rest the cover near you for easy reference while you change the tire. 1. Lift and removethe spare tire coverfor access to the spare tire and jack.
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing'the Spare Tire Your vehicle hasa wheel cover which must be taken off to reach the wheel nuts.Insert the flat end of the wrench into the notch in the center cover. Pry carefully, so the center coveris not scratched. 1. Position the wheel wrench securely over the wheel nuts to loosen, butdon't remove them yet. 2. Attach the wheel wrenchto the bolt on theend of the jack to create ajack handle.
Y 3. Rotate the wheel wrench to the left to lower thejack lift head until it fits under the vehicle. 4. Near each wheel well isa notch in the frame to position thejack head. You’ll find the word JACK and an arrow stamped into the plastic near each notch. Position thejack under the vehicle and raise the jack head untilit fits firmly againstthe sheet metal next to the word JACK. Do not raise the vehicle yet. Put the compact spare near you.
Getting undera vehicle when it is jacked upis dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack,you could be badlyinjured orkilled. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. 1 Raising yourvehicle with t,,, jack improperly positioned can damage thevehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personalinjury and vehicle damage, be sure fit to the jacklift head into the properlocation before raising the vehicle. 5 . Raise the vehicleby rotating the wheel wrench to the right.
7. Remove any rust ordirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. Never use oilor grease onstuds or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 8. Place the spare on the wheel-mounting surface. ~ Rust or dirt on the wheel,or on theparts to which it is fastened,can make the wheel nuts become looseafter a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident.
9. Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded endof the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. If a nut cannot be tightened by hand, use the wrench and see your dealer right away. 10. Lower the vehicleby rotating the wheel wrench to the left. Lower the jack completely.
11.Using the wheel wrench, tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. NOTICE: Improperly tightenedwheel nuts canlead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs,evenly tighten thewheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification. 12. Then replace the wheel cover. Be sure to position the alignment pin on the cover withthe notch in the wheel. Apply pressure around the edge of the cap to snap it in place.
Storing theFlat Tire and Tools I A CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartmentof the vehicle could cause injury.In a sudden stopor collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store allthese in the proper place. Store the flat tire as far forward in the trunk as possible. Store the jack and wheel wrenchin their comp&tmentin the trunk.For storage, thejack must be raised until the screw endis flush with the edgeof the jack.
The compact spareis for temporary use only. Replace the compact sparetire with a full size tire as soon as you can. See “Compact Spare Tire” in the Index.See the storage instructionslabel to replace your compact spare into your trunk properly. SPARE TIRE COVER I Compact SDT--- Tire Although the compact SI e 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).
Don’t use your compact spare on other vehicles. And don’tmix your compact sparetire or wheel with other wheels or tires. They won’t fit. Keep your spare tire and its wheel together. NOTICE: Tire chainswon’t fit your compact spare.Using them can damage your vehicle and can damage the chainstoo. Don’t use tire chains on your compact spare. 5-32 If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow What you don’t want todo when your vehicleis stuck is to spin your wheels too fast.
I NOTICE: Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear thearea around yourfront wheels. If your vehicle Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your has traction control, you should turn the system off. (See vehicle as well as the tires. If you spin the wheels “Traction Control System”in the Index.
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0 Be sure to use the proper nuts, bolts and other fasteners. “English” and “metric” fasteners can be easily confused. If you use the wrong fasteners, parts can later t[ ak or falloff. You could be hurt. Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle and engine protection. Gasolines meetingthe AAMA specification could provide improved driveability and emission control system protection compared to other gasolines. Be sure the posted octane for premium is at least 91.
Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions contain an octane-enhancing additive called 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 containing MMT are used, spark pluglife may be reduced and your emission control system performance may be affected. The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on.
Filling Your Tank I Gasoline vaporis highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from gasoline. The release buttonis on the driver’s door below the inside door handle. I The cap is behind a hinged door onthe left side of your vehicle.
The fuel doorcan also be opened by using the release in thetrunk compartment, on the driver’s side of the vehicle. To remove the cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). The cap has a spring init; if you let go of the cap too soon,it will spring back to the right. While refueling, hangthe tethered cap in the notch on the fuel door.
If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignitesit, you could be badly burned. Gasoline can spray out on you if you openthe fuel filler cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel filler capslowly and wait for any “hiss” noiseto stop. Then unscrew the cap allthe way. Be careful not to spill gasoline. Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soonas possible. See “Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle” in the Index.
Filliry a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under theHood I Never fill a portable fuel containerwhile it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor, You can be badlyburned and yourvehicle damaged if this occurs. To help avoidinjury toyou and others: Dispense gasoline only into approved containers. Do not fill a container while it is inside a vehicle, in a vehicle's trunk, pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground.
Hood Release Pull the handleinside the vehicle to open the hood. The handleis located on the lowerleft side of the instrument panel, next to Then go to thefront of the vehicleand locate the secondary hood release.It is under the front edge of the grille, slightly rightof center as you face the vehicle. Push up on the secondary hood release leveras you lift up the hood.
3800 Supercharged (L67) Engine When you open the hood on the 3800 Supercharged engine, here’s what youwill see: Windshield A. Washer Reservoir Fluid B. Remote Positive DipstickFluidTerminal Battery C. Radiator Pressure Cap 6-10 D. Engine Dipstick Oil E. Oil , i l l Cap F. Automatic Transaxle G. Brake Master Cylinder H. Coolant Recovery Engine Tank I.
Your vehicle has a3800 Supercharged engine. Supercharging, rather than turbocharging, was chosen because it emphasizes smooth, refined power. For more information, see “Check Oil Level Light”in the Index. You should check your engine oil level regularly; thisis an added reminder. oil every time you The superchargeris a device which is designed to pump It’s a goodidea to check your engine get fuel. In order to getan accurate reading, the oil must more air intothe engine thanit would normally use.
C: cking Engine Oil When to Add Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then pushit back in all the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip down, and check the level. If the oilis 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 kindof oil to use. For crankcase capacity, see “Capacities and Specifications” in the Index. I NOTICE: Don’t add too much oil.
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the "Starburst" symbol. This symbol indicates thatthe oil has been certified bythe American Petroleum Institute (API).Do not use anyoil which does not carry this Starburst symbol. I I If you change your own oil, be sure you use oil that has the Starburst symbol on thefront of the oil container.
As shown in the chart,S A E IOW-30 is best for your vehicle. However, you can useSAE 5W-30 if it’s going to be colder than60°F (16”C) before your next oil change. When it’s very cold, you should use SAE 5W-30. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness.Do not use other viscosity oils, such as SAE 20W-50. NOTICE: Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines “Starburst” symbol.
If none of them is true, use the long triphighway maintenance schedule. Change theoil and filter every 7,500 miles (12 500 km)or 12 months -- whichever occurs first. Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions causes engineoil to break down slower. Air Cleaner What to Do with Used Oil Did you know that used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer? Don’t let used oil stay on your skin for very long.
Remove the air cleaner assembly as follows: 1. Remove the air duct clamp and separate the hose on the from the air cleaner cover. Rotate the hose throttle body upwardso it isout of the way. 2. Detach the electrical connector and remove the air cleaner cover by flipping the two latches on the bottom inboard sideof the cover. 3. Tilt and pull the cover towardthe engine to disengage it from the assembly. 4. Remove the oldfilter and install thenew one. 5.
How to Check and Add Oil Supercharger Oil Unless you are technically qualified andhave the proper tools, you should let your dealer or a qualified service center perform this maintenance. Check oil only when the engine is cold. Allow the engine to cool two to three hours after running. CA” IION: ~ If you :mov( le I 2erchargeroilfillplugwhile the engine is hot, pressure may cause hot oil to blow outof the oil fill hole.You may be burned. Do not remove the plug until the engine cools. When to Check 1.
Automatic Transaxle Fluid When tc eck andChange A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Change both the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km)if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: 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 Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep;he engine running. The transale fluid dipstick is a round, red loop losatedarea. next to the bmke master cylinder. Pull 'out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel. 3. Check bothsides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. The fluidlevel must bein the cross-hatched 4. If the fluid level is in the acceptable range, push the dipstick backin all -theway.
How to Add TI-13 Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants”in the Index. If the fluidlevel is low, add only enough ofthe proper fluid to bring the level into the cross-hatched area on the dipstick. 1. Pull out the dipstick. 2. Using a long-neck funnel, add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level. It doesn’t take much fluid, generally less than one pint (0.5 L). Don’t overjill.
What to Use I NOTICE: When adding coolant, is it important thatyou use only DEX-COOL@(silicate-free) coolant. I€coolant other than DEX-COOL is added to the system, premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosionmay result. In addition, the engine coolantwill require change sooner at 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 24 months, whichever occurs first. Damage caused by the use of coolant other than DEX-COOL@ is not covered by your new vehicle warranty.
NOTICE: Checking Coolant If you use an improper coolant mixture, your engine could overheatand be badly damaged. The repaircost wouldn't be covered by your warranty. Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack theengine, radiator, heater core and other parts. If you have to add coolant more than four times a year, have your dealer check your cooling system. 1 NOTICE: If you use the propercoolant, you don't have to add extra inhibitorsor additives which claim to improve thesystem.
I LOW COOLANT LEVEL If this light comes on, it means you’re low on engine coolant. You can be burned if you spill coolant onhot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and it will burn if the engineparts arehot enough. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine. Adding Coolant ~~ If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL@ coolant mixtureat the coolant recovery tank, but be careful not to spill it.
Thermostat When to Check Power SteeringFluid Engine coolant temperatureis controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system. The thermostat stops the flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant reaches a preset temperature. When you replace your thermostat, GM a thermostat is recommended. It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem.
Windshield Washer Fluid What toUse When you need windshield washerfluid, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will be operating your vehicle inan area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use fluid a that has sufficient protection againstfreezing. NOTICE: 0 0 Adding Washer Flu--. 0 0 When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid.
1 Brakes Brake Fluid system fixed, since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won’t work well, or won’t work at all. So, it isn’ta good idea to “top off’ your brake fluid. Adding brakefluid won’t correct a leak. If you add fluid when your liningsare 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. I Your brake master cylinder reservoiris here.
What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid -- such as Delco Supreme11 (GM Part No. 12377967). Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only. NOTICE: @ 0 Always clean the brake fluidreservoir cap and the area around the cap before removingit. This willhelp keep dirt from entering the reservoir. r With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system, yourbrakes may not workwell, or they may not even work at all. This could causea crash. Always use the proper brakefluid.
NOTICE: -~ Continuing to drivewith worn-out brake-pads could result,m costly brake repair.
Replacing Brake SystemParts The braking system on a modern vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to beof top quality and work well together if the vehicleis to have really good braking. Your vehicle was designed and tested with top-quality GM brake parts. When you replace parts of your braking system -- for example, when your brake linings wear down and youhave to have new ones put in-- be sure you get new approvedGM replacement parts.If you don’t, your brakes may no longer work properly.
Vehicle Storage If you’re not goingto drive your vehiclefor 25 days or more, removethe black, negative (-) cable from the battery.This will help keep your battery from running down. I U: To be sure the vent hose (A) is properly attached, the vent hase connectors (B) must be securely reattached to the vent outlets (C) on each side of the battery, and the vent assembly grommet(D) must be secured to the floor pan (E). Batteric have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode.
Bulb Replacement Exterior Front Bulbs The following procedure tells you how to replace your headlamp bulbs. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your Buick dealer’s service department. Halogen Bulbs Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured. Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package. A. Headlamp B.
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1. Loosen the two bolts onthe inboard edge of the headlamp assembly. This allows youto pull out the assemblyfor more hand clearance when changing bulbs. 2. Reach into the assembly and turn the bulb socket one-quarter of a turn toward the centerof the engine compartment, while pressingit firmly. from the bulb by 3. Remove the wire connector lifting the lock tab and pullingit away from the plastic base. 4. Install the bulb by putting the small tab (D) into the small notch in the lamp(E). 5 .
a The vehicle should not have any snow, ice or mud attached toit. may flash their high beams at you if your adjustment is much above plus0.4 degrees. The vehicle should be fully assembled and all other If you find that the headlamp aiming needs adjustment, work stopped while headlamp aiming is being done. follow these steps: a There should not be any cargo or loading of the vehicle, exceptit should have afull tank of gas and one person or160 lbs. (75 kg) on the driver’s seat.
Exterior Rear Bulbs A 2. Now adjust the horizontal aim. Checkthe horizontal aim for each headlamp and adjust it as necessary. Turn the horizontal aiming screw until the pointer is lined up withthe 0 (zero). 3. Visually re-check the vertical aim, to make sureit is still correct after the horizontal aim adjustment. Readjust, if necessary. Taillarnps: A, B and C Rear Turn Signal:A and C Back-up Lamps: D The entire taillamp assembly must be removed to change anyof these bulbs.
R To access them,do the following: 1. Remove the screws that secure the trunk trim over the taillamp area. 6-36 2. Remove the plastic wing nuts that hold the taillamp assembly in place.
TaillampdRear Thrn SignaVBack-Up Lamps The following instructions explain how to change each bulb. 3. Pull the taillamp assembly away from the vehicle carefully, to avoid scratching the paint.The taillamp has safety strapsto help you holdthe assembly while replacing the bulbs. 1. Remove the bulb socket assembly by squeezing the plastic lock and turning it one-quarter of a turn to the left.
Interior Lamps Front and Rear ReadingLamps To change the bulbs in the front and rear reading lamps, do the following: 1. Carefully insert a flat head screwdriver in theslot between the lens cover and molding. 2. Gently pry the lens cover away to expose the reading lamp bulb.The lens cover should popoff. 3. Twist or pull the bulb from its assembly and install a new bulb. 4. Snap the lens cover back in place. 2. Pull the bulb straight outto remove it from the socket. 3. Install a new bulb into the socket.
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 3. Push the new wiper blade securely on the wiperarm. For the proper windshield wiper blade length and type, see “Norrnal Maintenance Replacement Parts” in the Index. Tires Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your Buick Warranty bookletfor details. Replacement blades comein different types and are removed in different ways.
NOTICE: 0 0 0 Underinflated tirespose the same danger as overloaded tires. The resulting accident could cause serious injury. Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure. Tire pressure shouldbe checked when your tires arecold. Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut, punctured or broken by a sudden impact such aswhen you hit a pothole, Keep tires at the recommended pressure. Worn, old tires can causeaccidents.
When to Check Check your tiresonce a month or more. Don’t forget your compact spare tire. It should be at 60 psi (420 kPa). How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You can’t tellif your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they’re underinflated. Be sure to the put valve caps back on the valve stems. They When rotating your tires, always use the correct help prevent leaks by keeping outdirt and moisture.
When It’s Timefor NEWTires Rust or dirton a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose and cause after a time. The wheel could come off an accident. When you changea wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, youcan use a cloth or a paper towel todo this; but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later, if you need to, to get all therust or dirtoff. (See “Changing a Flat Tire” in the Index.
Buying New Tires To find out what kind and sizeof tires you need, look at the Tire-Loading Information label. Mixing tires could cause you 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 havea crash. Using tires of different sizes may also cause damage to yourvehicle. Be sure to use the same size and type tires on all wheels. It’s all right to drive with your compact spare, though.
Treadwear The treadwear gradeis a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, atire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
-- Temperature A, B, C The temperature grades areA (the highest), B, andC, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat andits ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
Used Replacement Wheels IN: Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheelbolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous. It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle, make your tireslose air and makeyou lose control. You could have acollision in which you or otherscould be injured. Always use the correct wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement.
Tire Chains NOTICE: Use tire chains only where legaland only when you must. Use onlySAE Class “S” type chains that arethe proper size for your tires.Install them on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible withthe ends securely fastened. Drive slowlyand follow the chain manufacturer’s instructions.If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle, stop and retighten them. If the contact continues, slow down untilit stops.
Cleaning the Insideof Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often get to rid of dust and loose dirt. Wipe vinyl or leather with a clean, damp cloth. Your dealer has two cleaners, Multi-Purpose Interior Cleaner and Capture Non-Solvent Dry Spot and Soil Remover. They will clean normal spots and stains very well. You can get GM-approved cleaning products from your dealer. (See “Appearance Care and Materials” in the Index.) Here are some cleaning tips: Always read the instructions on the cleaner label.
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Cleaning Vinyl Stains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, vomit, urine and blood can be removed as follows: Use warm water anda clean cloth. 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the soiled area with cool water. 2. If a stain remains, follow the multi-purpose interior cleaner instructions described earlier. 3.
CleaninL :he Top of the Instrument Panel Care of Safety Belts Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces Keep belts clean and dry. of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even makeit difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions. Cleaning Interior Plastic Components Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft cloth or sponge. Commercial cleaners may affect the surface finish.
Cleaning the Outsideof the Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax, sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield. Cleaning the Outsideof Your Vehicle The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water.
Cleaning Exterior LampsLenses Use lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a liquid hand, dish or car washing (mild detergent) soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under “Washing Your Vehicle.” Finish Care I NOTICE: Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoatklearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks.
Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome Wheels Cleaning Tires Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with asoft clean towel.A wax may then be applied. The surface of these wheels is similar tothe painted surface of your vehicle. Don’t use strong soaps, chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface.
Finish Damage Chemical Paint Spotting Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode a chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can fall upon quickly andmay develop into a major repair expense. and attack painted surfaces on your vehicle.
Appearance Care Materials Chart I I USAGE DESCRIPTION SIZE in. x 25 in. Polishing Exterior -polishing - cloth - Cloth- Wax Treated 23 Removes tar, road oil and asphalt 16 oz. (0.473 L) Tat- and Road Oil Remover 16 oz. (0.473 L) Chrome Cleaner and Polish Use on chrome, stainless steel, nickel, copperand brass oz. (0.473 L) White Sidewall Tire Cleaner 16 Removes soil and black marksfrom whitewalls Cleans vinyl tops, upholstery and convertible tops Vinyl Cleaner 32 oz. (0.946 L) Removes dirt, m oz. (0.
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) yourVIN, the model designation, 0 paint information and a list of all production options and special equipment. f. ENGINE/1998 \ ASSEMBLY CODE MODEL YEAR PLANT This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side.You can see itif you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle.
Headlamp Wiring Fuses and Circuit Breakers The headlamp wiringis protected by a circuit breaker. An electrical overloadwill cause the lamps to go on and off, or in some ca.ses to remain off. If this happens, have your headlamp wiring checked right away. The wiring circuitsin your vehicle are protected from short circuitsby a combination of fuses and circuit breakers. Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and afuse.
Instrument Panel FuseBlock r There is a fuse panel located at the end of the instrument panel near the driver’s door. There is an underhood electrical center and two other fuse panels located under the rear seat.
Fuse Usage Fuse Usage 1 Air Bag 15 Cruise Control 2 Injectors 16 Perimeter Lights 3 Anti-Lock Brake System 17 Not Used 4 Left Exterior Lamps 18 Not Used 5 Turn Signal Lamps 19 Radio 6 Oxygen Sensor 20 Cooling Fan 7 Climate Control 21 Not Used 8 Right Exterior Lamps 22 Not Used 9 HVAC Relay 23 Windshield Wipers 10 MAF 24 Flat Pack Motor 11 Auxiliary Power 25 PCM 12 Interior Lamps 26 Cigarette Lighter 13 Chime 27 Crank 14 TMNSS 28 HVAC Blower 6-59
Engine CompartmentFuse Block 1 Fuse Usage 1 Air Conditionmg Lompressor I I HORN 11 /I COOLING FAN # 3 COOLING FAN # 2 2 Not Used 3 Not Used 4 Horn 5 Not Used 6 Not Used 7 Cooling Fan#2 8 Cooling Fan#3 9 Cooling Fan 10 11 ABS Main ABS Pump Motor 12 Not Used 13 Horn 14 Not Used J 1 6-60
Under RearSeat Fuse Block TRUNK UNLOCK DEFG - RR #2 DEFG - REt #1 L RAP ACSRY OPEN Fuse Usage 1 Open 2 Electronic Level Control 3 Trunk Release Relay 4 Open 5 Fuel Pump Relay 6 Driver Door Unlock Relay 7- 10 Open 11 Rear Defogger Relay (Upper Zone) 12 Rear Defogger Relay (Lower Zone) 13 op-- 14 sp; 15 Spare 16 Spare 17-22 Open 23 Direct Accessory Power - Accessory 24 Open 6-61
ler :ar Seat Fuse Block I CB HVAC BLO MTR VATS IGN 1 Fuse Usage 1-2 Spare 3 Open 4 Breaker - Power WindowdSunroof 5-6 Spare 7 Open 8-9 Spare 10 Open 11 Breaker - Power Seats 12-13 Spare 14 Open 15 Power Steering 16 Breaker-Headlamps 17 HVAC Blower Motor 18 Powel’ -1in Control ModulePASS-KeyII 19 Ignition 3 20 Ignition 1 21 Rear Defogger I 6-62
Fuse Usage Fuse Usage 22 Trunk and FuelDoor Releases 33 Fuel Door Release 23 Electronic Level Control 34 Trunk Release 24 Heated Seats/Instrument Panel 35 Battery Thennistor 25 Exterior Lamps 36 Instrument Panel#2 26 Open 37 Instrument Panel#1 21 Power Door Locks 38 Heated Seats 28 Interior Lamps 39 Fuel Pump 29 Hazard Lamps/Stoplamps 40 Open 30 Parking Lamps 41 Defog 2 31 Heated Mirror 42 Defog 1 32 Open 6-63
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1. Buckle the center passenger position safety belt, then route the safety belts through the proper slots in the seat cushion. Don’tlet the safety beltsget twisted. A safety beltthat isn’t properly routed through the seat cushionor is twisted won’t provide the protection needed in a crash. If the safety belt at hasn’t been routed through the seat cushion all, it won’t be there to work for next the passenger. The person sitting in that position could be badly injured.
Replacement Bulbs Application ......................... Number Exterior Headlamp High-Beam .......................... 9005 1’ Low-Beam .......................... 9006 Parking/Turn ........................... 3057 Back-up ............................... 3057 Tail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194 Tai. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3057 Interior RailCourtesy,Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Air Conditioning Refrigerants Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant is used. If you're not sure, ask your dealer. Engine Specifications L67 Engine VIN Engine Code ........................... 1 Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . V6 Displacement ............................ 3.8L Horsepower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Supercharged Engine Accessory Belt (L67) 1. Front Belt 2. Back Belt F 6-68 A. Generator B. Power Steering C. Crank D. Supercharger E. Coolant Pump E Air Conditioning The Supercharged 3800 eng11 wo accessory we belts. One belt drives the generator, power steering pump, coolant pump andair conditioning compressor. The second belt drives the supercharger. Each belt has its own tensionerand idler pulley.
Section 7 MaintenanceSchedule T h s section covers the maintenance required for your Buick.Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety, dependability and emission control performance.
4 Introduction IMPORTANT- KEEP ENGINE OIL I ATTHE PROPER I LEVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED I 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. Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the qualityof the airwe breathe. Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle.
Performing maintenance work ona vehicle can be dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, you can be seriouslyinjured. Do your own maintenance work onlyif you have the required know-how and the proper tools and equipment for the job. If you have anydoubt, have a qualified technician dothe work. If you are skilled enough todo some work on your vehicle, you will probably want to get the service information. See “Service and Owner Publications” in the Index.
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 driveit. You may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances allthe time in very hot, dusty weather. You may use your vehiclein making deliveries. Oryou may drive it to work, to do errands orin many other ways. The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listedin Part D.
Maintenance Schedule I Short TripKity Definition Follow the Short TripKity Maintenance Scheduleif any one of these conditionsis true for your vehicle: 0 Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 lun). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing. 0 Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent driving in stop-and-go traffic). 0 Most trips are through dusty areas. 0 You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of your vehicle.
Maintenance Schedule I Long Tripmighway Definition Long Tripmighway Intervals Follow this maintenance scheduleonly if none of the Every 7,500 Miles (12500 km): Engine Oil and Filter conditions from the Short Trip/City Maintenance Change (or every12 months, whichever occursfirst). Schedule is true. Do not use this schedule if the vehicle Chassis Lubrication (or every12 months, whichever is used for trailer towing, drivenin a dusty area or used occurs first). Tire Rotation. off paved roads.
I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule The services shownin this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be performed after100,000miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals.The services shown at 150,000miles (240 000 km) should be performed at the same interval after150,000miles (240 000 km). See “Owner Checks and Services” and “Periodic Maintenance Inspections” following. 1 # Lubricate the transaxle shift linkage, parking brake cable guides and the underbody contact points and linkage.
I ShortTrip/CityMaintenanceSchedule I 3,000 Miles (5000 km) DATE 0 Change engine oil andfilter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) Change engineoil and filter (or every3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. 6 months, whichever occursfirst). 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every (See footnote#.) for proper 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index rotation pattern and additional information.
I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 0 Lubricate chassis components(or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). Cl (See footnote #.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) 17 Change engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Inspect air cleanerfilter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filterif necessary.
Short WiplCity Maintenance Schedule I 21,000 Miles (35 000 km) 17 Change engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. DATE ACTUAL I SERVICEDBY: I I MILEAGE I 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) 0 Change engine oil andfilter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. 6 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every (See footnote#.) 17 Rotate tires.
I ShortTrip/CityMaintenanceSchedule I 30,000 Miles (50000 km) 0 Change engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components(or every 6 months, whichever occursfirst). (See footnote #.) Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. 0 Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspectfuel cap gasket for any damage. Replaceparts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.
I Short Trip/City MaintenancSchedulel 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) Change engine oil andfilter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components(I- -- - --, 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote#.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) . 39,000 Miles (65 000 km) Change engine oil and filte1 (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
1 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) I DATE Change engine oil andfilter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Inspect air cleanerfilter if you are drivingin dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.
1 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 50,000 Miles (83 000 km)(Continued) - Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. I f you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, the fluid and filter do not require changing. 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) El Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE DATE 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst).
I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) DATE I 0 Change engine oil andfilter (or every3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. 6 months, whichever occursfirst). 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every (See footnote #.) Inspect engine accessorydrive belt. An Emission Control Service. Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. 0 Inspect fuel tank,cap and linesfor damage or leaks. Inspectfuel cap gasketfor any damage. Replace partsas needed.
I ~ Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 63,000 Miles (I05 000 km) I DATE Change engine oil andfilter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. I 66,000 Miles (110 000 km) I I DATE 3 months, whichever occursfirst). 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every An Emission Control Service. 6 months, whichever occursfirst). 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every (See footnote#.) Rotate tires.
Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule Lubricate chassis components (or every6 months, whichever occursfirst). (See footnote #.) [7 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (Seefootnote +.) 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 0 Change engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Inspect air cleanerfilter if you are drivingin dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary.
I ShortTrip/CityMaintenanceSchedule I 81,000 Miles (I35 000 km) DATE 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every3 months, whichever occurs first). MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. 84,000 Miles (140 000 km) DATE 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every3 months, whichever occurs first). MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0 Rotate tires.
I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. Inspect fuel tank, cap and linesfor damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) For supercharged engines only: Check the supercharger oil level andadd oil as needed (or every36 months, whichever occursfirst). See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants”in this section. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) Cl Rotate tires.
1I Short TripKity MaintenanceSchedule 96,000 Miles (160 000 km)(Continued) Lubricate chassis components (or every6 months, whichever occursfirst). (See footnote#.) 0 Rotate tires.See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 99,000 Miles (165 000 km) Change engine oil andfilter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) 0 Inspect spark plug wires.
I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I - In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as foundin taxi, police or delivery service. If you do not useyour vehicle under any of these conditions, the fluid and filter do not require changing. 150,000 Miles (240 000 km) 60 months since last service, 0 Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every whicheveroccurs first). See “EngineCoolant”in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses.
I I Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 b) should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 km)at the same intervals. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000krn) should be performed at the same interval after150,000miles (240 000 km). See “Owner Checks and Services” and “Periodic Maintenance Inspections” following. # Lubricate the transaxle shift linkage, parang brake cable guides and the underbody contact points and linkage.
--- 3 ‘TripmighwayMaintenant DCIICUUI~~ 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) DATE 0 Change engineoil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation”in the Indexfor proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.
Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule I 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) I DATE 0 I MILEAGE 0 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
0 Lubricate chassis components (or every12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote#.) 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern andadhtional information. (See footnote+.) DATE I I DATE I 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) 0 Change engineoil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. I7 Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote#.) 0 Rotate tires.
b I Long rrlpnighway Maintena,nceSchedule 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) (Continued) - When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, the fluid and filter do not require changing. 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) 17 Change engineoil and filter (or every12 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote#.
Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 0 For supercharged engines only: Checkthe supercharger oil level and add oil as needed (or every36 months, whichever occurs first). See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants”in this section. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote”f) 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation”in the Indexfor proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 0 Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service. 0 Replace air cleaner filter.
75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote#.) 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote+.) MILEAGE 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Sewice. Inspect fuel tank, cap and linesfor damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket €or any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) 0 For supercharged enginesonly: Check the supercharger oil level and add oil as needed (or every36 months, whichever occursfirst). See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in this section. An Emission Control Sewice. (See footnote?.) 0 Rotate tires.
I Long TripjHighway Maintenance Schedule 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. 0 Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. 0 Change automatic transaxle fluid andfilter 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.
Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed below are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specifiedhelp to ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, makesure they are the proper ones, as shown in Part D.
At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Key Lock C inders Service Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are specified in PartD. working properly. Lookfor any other loose or damaged Body Lubrication Service safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing job, its have it Lubricate all body door hinges.
Starter Switch Check I Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI) Check /!\ CAUTION: A CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly.If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below. When you are doi 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 lever position. The key should turn toLOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (I?). The key should come out only inLOCK. Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK (P) Mechanism Check When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to move.You or others could be 7-34 Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill.
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Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT Hydraulic Brake Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 12377967 or NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by narne, System equivalent DOT-3 Brake Fluid). part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer. Chassis Lubricant (GM Part Parking Brake Cable Guides No.
USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT Supercharger Supercharger Oil (GM Part No. 12345982). See “Supercharger Oil“ in the Index. Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985 or equivalent)or lubricant meeting requirementsof NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC-LB. Hood Latch Assembly, Pivots, Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate@ Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 12346293 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC-LB.
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 the maintenance 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 storethem.
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Maintenance Record ODOMETER SERVICED READING DATE 7-40 BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED
Section 8 CustomerAssistanceInformation Here you will find out how to contact Buick if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and howto report any safety defects.
Customer Satisfaction Procedure Buick dealers have the facdities, 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 witha member of dealership management. Normally, concerns can be quickly resolved at that level.
STEP TWO -- If after contactinga member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, contact the Buick Customer Kelations Center by calling 1-800-521-7300. In Canada, contact GMof Canada Customer Communication Centrein Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
For prompt assistance,please'have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative: 0 Your name, address, home and business telephone numbers 0 0 Vehicle Identification Number (This is available from the vehicle registration or title, or the plate at the topleft of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield.
Roadside %sistance Our commitment to Buick owners has always included superior service through our networkof over 2,800 Buick dealers. Buick Premium Roadside Assistance provides an extra measure of convenience and security. BUCK PREMIUM ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE: Provides owners with accessto minor repairs or towing for disabled vehicles. Although Roadside Assistance is not a repair facility,it is a means of assisting customers in an emergency situation.
k’ 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 (60000 km), whichever occurs first), is Courtesy Transportation, a program which will provide Buick retail and lease customers with: @ Reimbursement toward a loaner vehicle, courtesy of Buick Motor Division, up to $30 a day (five days maximum) for vehicles requiring overnight warranty repairs.
GM Participation in an Alternative Dispute Resolution Program This program is available in all 50 states andthe District of Columbia. Canadian owners refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for information on the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP). General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or to discontinue its participation in this program.
We prefer you utilize the Customer Satisfaction Procedure before you resortto AUTO LINE, but you may contact the BBBat any time. The BBB will attempt to resolvethe complaint serving as 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 or reject.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, OntarioKlG 352 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In Canada, please callus at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
1998 BUICK SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out the Sewice Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it in with your check, money order, or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.
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ram Section 9 Index Accessory Power Outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-57 AirBag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21 How Does it Restrain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25 How it Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23 Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23 Readiness Light ......................... 1-23, 2-67 Servicing . . . . . . .
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Damage. Finish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-54 Damage. Sheet Metal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-53 Daytime Running Larnps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-41 DeadBattery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3 Defects.ReportingSafety ......................... 8-8 Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 Defogger. Rear Window . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driving On Hill and Mountain Roads .................... 4-22 On Snow and Ice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-25 Throughwater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18 Wet Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4- 16 Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-24 4-34 With a Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DrunkenDriving . . . . . . . . . . .
FranGais Gages Engine Coolant Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-71 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-75 Garage Door Opener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 1.2.59 GAWR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-29 GloveBox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-51 Gross Axle Weight Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Labels 4-28 4-29 Certification ................................. Service Parts Identification ..................... 6-56 Tire-LoadingInformation ...................... 4-28 Vehicle Identification Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-56 2-45 Lamp. Trunk ................................... 2-40 Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-42 Cornering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Courtesy ............................
Maintenance. Underbody ......................... 6-54 Maintenance When Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-37 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...................... 2-72 Memory 2-5 DoorLocks ................................... Seats and Mirrors ......................... 1-3, 2-10 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-46 Automatic Dimming Outside Rearview. . . . . . . . . . . . 2-50 Convex Outside ..............................
Power {Continued) Remote Control Mirror ........................ 2-50 Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Seatback Recliner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5 Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10 Steering Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-24 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-33 Power.
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Tachometer .................................. 2-65 Taillamp Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.35.6.37 9-10 3-20 TapePlayerCare ............................... Temperature Button, Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 Theater Dimming ............................... 2-43 Theft ......................................... 2-14 Theft-Deterrent Feature .......................... 3-15 THEFTLOCK" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15 Thermostat ..........
TopStrap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-44 2-30 TorqueLoclg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-29, 6-66 Torque, Wheel Nut ......................... Towing a Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-31 Towing Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8 Traction Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
w a r n i n g Devices . . . . .-.......................... 5-3 8-8 Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Washer Fluid, Windshield ........................ 6-25 Washing Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5 1 Weatherstrips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5 1 Wheel Alignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-45 Nut Torque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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