Page 1 This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use. Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Buick for assistance and how to get service and owner publications. It also gives you information on “Reporting Safety Defects” on page 8 Index Here’s an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual.
Page 2: For Canadian Owners Who Prefer A French Language Manual
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Page 3: How To Use This Manual
How to Use this Manual Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly.
Page 4: Vehicle Damage Warnings
Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: NOTICE: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly.
Page 5 Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle. For example, These symbols these symbols are important are used on an for you and original battery: your passengers whenever your vehicle is CAUTION driven: POSSIBLE INJURY DOOR LOCK PROTECT...
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Page 7: Section 1 Seats And Restraint Systems
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle 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 Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone Here are Questions Many People Ask About...
Page 8: Seats And Seat Controls
Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats them, and also about memory seats, reclining seatbacks and head restraints. Power Seats The power seat controls are located on the side of the driver’s and passenger’s seats. how to adjust Raise or lower the front of the seat cushion by holding the front part of the horizontal control up or down.
Page 9 Memory Seat and Mirrors (Option) The memory function controls the driver’s seat cushion and outside mirror positions. It does not store the lumbar or recline positions. To set your memory seat and mirrors: 1. Adjust the driver’s seat cushion to your desired position.
Page 10 Memory Seat and Mirrors Personal Choice Feature (Option) The remote keyless entry transmitters can also be programmed to move the driver’s seat and outside mirrors to a set memory position when the transmitter’s UNLOCK button is pressed. To program the system: 1.
Page 11: Reclining Front Seatbacks
Heated Front Seat (Option) If your vehicle has this option, the switch is on the armrest. With the ignition in ACCESSORY or RUN, press the button once and the seat will warm up. The HI light on the button will come on.
Page 12 But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job.
Page 13: Head Restraints
Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. Seatback Latches CAUTION: If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash.
Page 14: Safety Belts: They're For Everyone
Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. And it explains the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), or air bag system. CAUTION: Don’t let anyone ride where he or she can’t wear a safety belt properly.
Page 15: Why Safety Belts Work
Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up. (See “Safety Belt Reminder Light” in the Index.) In most states and Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work. You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one.
Page 16 yellowblue Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop. 1-10...
Page 17 yellowblue The person keeps going until stopped by something. or the instrument panel ... In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ... 1-11...
Page 18 or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such good sense. 1-12 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts...
Page 19: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an accident even one that isn’t your fault your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver doesn’t protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers.
Page 20 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender”...
Page 21 Shoulder Belt Tightness Adjustment Your car has a shoulder belt tightness adjustment feature. If the shoulder belt seems too tight, adjust it before you begin to drive. 1. Sit well back in the seat. 2. Start pulling the shoulder belt out. 3.
Page 22 If you move around in the vehicle enough, pull out the shoulder belt, or open your door, the belt will become tight again. If this happens, you can reset it. What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way.
Page 23 What’s wrong with this? The belt is buckled in the wrong place. CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones.
Page 24 What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. 1-18 CAUTION: 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 chance of head and neck injury.
Page 25 What’s wrong with this? The belt is twisted across the body. CAUTION: 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 to fix it.
Page 26: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle.
Page 27: Right Front Passenger Position
The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly.
Page 28 CAUTION: Air bags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflating air bag, as you would be if you were leaning forward, it could seriously injure you. This is true even with Next Generation frontal air bags.
Page 29: How The Air Bag System Works
There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See “Air Bag Readiness Light” in the Index for more information.
Page 30 The right front passenger’s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. 1-24 CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear.
Page 31 When should an air bag inflate? An air bag is designed to inflate in a moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crash. The air bag will inflate only if the impact speed is above the system’s designed “threshold level.” If your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn’t move or deform, the threshold level is about 8 to 11 mph (13 to 18 km/h).
Page 32 CAUTION: When an air bag inflates, there is dust in the air. This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so. If you have breathing problems but can’t get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates, then get fresh air by opening a window or door.
Page 33: Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
If your vehicle ever gets into a lot of water water up to the carpeting or higher your vehicle and soaks 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.
Page 34: Center Passenger Position
Center Passenger Position Lap Belt If your vehicle has a bench seat, someone can sit in the center position. 1-28 When you sit in a center seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt.
Page 35: Rear Seat Passengers
To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug. Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 36: Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions
Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap belts. Here’s how to wear one properly. 1-30 shoulder 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly.
Page 37 yellowblue 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. 3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it.
Page 38 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 39: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides For Children And Small Adults
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for small adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide pulls the belt away from the neck and head.
Page 40 2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elastic cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 1-34 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top.
Page 41 4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in “Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions” earlier in this section. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder. To remove and store the comfort guides, squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out from the guides.
Page 42: Smaller Children And Babies
Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.
Page 43 CAUTION: Smaller children and babies should always be restrained in a child or infant restraint. The instructions for the restraint will say whether it is the right type and size for your child. A very young child’s hip bones are so small that a regular belt might not stay low on the hips, as it should.
Page 44 CAUTION: Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can’t hold it. For example, in a crash CAUTION: (Continued) 1-38 CAUTION: (Continued) at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 will suddenly become a 240...
Page 45: Child Restraints
Child Restraints Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have protection provided by appropriate restraints. What are the different types of add child restraints? on child restraints are available in four basic types. When selecting a child restraint, take into consideration not only the child’s weight and size, but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will...
Page 46 yellowblue 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 one year of age. This type of restraint faces the rear so that the infant’s head, neck and body can have the support they need in a frontal crash.
Page 47 yellowblue A forward facing child restraint (C E) positions a child upright to face forward in the vehicle. These forward facing restraints are designed to help protect children who are from 20 to 40 lbs. (9 to 18 kg) and about 26 to 40 inches (66 to 102 cm) in height, or up to around four years of age.
Page 48 yellowblue A booster seat (F, G) is designed for children who are about 40 to 60 lbs., or even up to 80 lbs. (18 to 27 kg, or even up to 36 kg), and about four to eight years of age. A booster seat is designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system.
Page 49: Where To Put The Restraint
When choosing a child restraint, be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. Then follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both.
Page 50: Top Strap
CAUTION: A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured or killed by the right front passenger air bag if it inflates, even though your vehicle has Next Generation frontal air bags. Never secure a child restraint in the center front seat.
Page 51: Securing A Child Restraint In A Rear Outside Seat Position
If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored. If you need to have an anchor installed, your dealer can obtain a kit with anchor hardware and installation instructions specifically designed for this vehicle. The dealer can then install the anchor for you. This work will be done for you free of charge.
Page 52 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-46 5. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint.
Page 53: Securing A Child Restraint In The Center Rear Seat Position
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. CAUTION: A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured or killed by the right front...
Page 54 1. Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt. 2. Put the restraint on the seat. 3. Run the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how.
Page 55: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
6. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt. It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag.
Page 56 Although a rear seat is a safer place, you can secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat. You’ll be using the lap shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint.
Page 57 5. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 6. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
Page 58: Larger Children
Larger Children Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. 1-52 If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat.
Page 59 CAUTION: Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. What if a child is wearing a lap but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck?
Page 60 1-54 CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen.
Page 61: Safety Belt Extender
Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender. It’s free. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you.
Page 62: Replacing Restraint System Parts After A Crash
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you’ve had a crash, do you need new belts? After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they would be if worn during a more severe crash, then you need new belts. 1-56 If you ever see a label on the driver’s or the right front passenger’s safety belt that says to replace the belt, be...
Page 63: Section 2 Features And Controls
Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly and what to do if you have a problem.
Page 64 yellowblue Keys CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
Page 65 The ignition key is for the When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer removes the ignition only. first owner. Each tag has a code on it that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys. Keep the tags in a safe place.
Page 66: Door Locks
Door Locks CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers especially children open the doors and fall out. When a door is locked, the inside handle won’t open it. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle. This may not be so obvious: You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locked.
Page 67: Power Door Locks
Power Door Locks Press the power DOOR LOCK/UNLOCK switch to lock or unlock both doors at once. Door Ajar Reminder If one of the doors on your vehicle is not closed properly, the DOOR AJAR light on the instrument panel will come on and stay on until the doors are closed and completely latched.
Page 68 Customizing Your Memory Door Locks Feature You can program the memory door locks feature to change to the following modes: Mode Operation No automatic door lock or unlock. Both doors automatically lock when shifted out of PARK (P). No automatic door unlock. Both doors automatically lock when shifted out of PARK (P).
Page 69: Delayed Locking
Delayed Locking This Personal Choice feature lets the driver delay the actual locking of the vehicle. When the power door lock switch is pressed with the key removed from the ignition and the driver’s door open, a chime will sound three times to signal that the lock delay mode is active.
Page 70: Remote Keyless Entry System
Remote Keyless Entry System You can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle. Your remote keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada.
Page 71: Operation
This system has a range of about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m). At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this: Check to determine if battery replacement or resynchronization is necessary.
Page 72 Remote Keyless Entry Personal Choice Features The following list of features that are available on your vehicle can be programmed to the driver’s preference for each transmitter. Memory Seat and Mirrors: This feature programs your driver’s seat and outside mirrors to a set memory position when the UNLOCK button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed.
Page 73: Matching Transmitter(S) To Your Vehicle
Mode 5: Headlamps, parking lamps and cornering lamps (if equipped) flash and horn chirps when locking; exterior lamps flash when unlocking vehicle. Vehicles are delivered programmed in Mode 5. To change to another mode: 1. Turn the ignition key to OFF. 2.
Page 74 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. For battery replacement, use a Duracell 2032, or a similar type. 2-12 To replace the battery: 1.
Page 75: Trunk Lock Release
Trunk CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the trunk lid:...
Page 76: Trunk Security Override
Remote Trunk Release Lockout The trunk release lockout switch in the glove box allows you to secure items in the trunk. Move the trunk release switch off, lock the glove box and take the key with you. Now the trunk release on the driver’s door will not open the trunk.
Page 77: Parking Lots
Parking Lots If you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle, it’s best to lock it up and take your keys. But what if you have to leave your ignition key? If possible, park in a busy, well lit area. Put your valuables in a storage area, like your trunk or glove box.
Page 78: Testing The Alarm
If a door or the trunk is opened without the key or remote keyless entry system, the alarm will go off. It will also go off if the trunk lock or door locks are damaged. Your vehicle’s lamps will flash and the horn will sound for one minute, then will go off to save battery power.
Page 79 PASS Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft deterrent system. PASS Key II is a passive theft deterrent system. It works when you insert or remove the key from the ignition. PASS Key II uses a resistor pellet in the ignition key that matches a decoder in your vehicle.
Page 80 If you lose or damage a PASS Key II ignition key, see your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS to have a new key made. In an emergency, call the Buick Premium Roadside Assistance Center at 1112. In Canada, call 1 2-18 New Vehicle “Break...
Page 81: Ignition Positions
Ignition Positions CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be injured or even killed. They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in the vehicle with children.
Page 82 LOCK (B): This is the only position in which you can remove the key. This position locks your ignition, steering wheel and transaxle. It’s a theft deterrent feature. OFF (C): This position lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel. It doesn’t lock the steering wheel like LOCK and it doesn’t send any electrical power to the accessories.
Page 83: Retained Accessory Power
Retained Accessory Power After you turn the ignition to LOCK and remove the key, for about 10 minutes, you will have electrical power to such accessories as the radio, power windows and astroroof (option). If you open a door, the retained accessory power is shut off.
Page 84 NOTICE: Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor. Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter.
Page 85: Engine Coolant Heater (Option)
Engine Coolant Heater (Option) In very cold weather, 0 _ F ( 18 _ C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle.
Page 86: Automatic Transaxle Operation
Automatic Transaxle Operation There are several different positions for your shift lever. PARK (P): This position locks your front wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily. 2-24 CAUTION: It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set.
Page 87 REVERSE (R): Use this gear to 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 out of snow, ice or sand without damaging your transaxle, see “Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow”...
Page 88 AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE ( ): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: Going less than approximately 35 mph (55 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all the way down.
Page 89: Parking Brake
FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND (2). You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the selector lever is put in FIRST (1), the transaxle won’t shift into FIRST (1) until the vehicle is going slowly enough.
Page 90: Shifting Into Park (P)
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 your left foot. This will release the parking brake. When you lift your left foot, the parking brake pedal will follow it to the release position.
Page 91: Leaving Your Vehicle With The Engine Running
2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) like this: Hold in the button on the lever. Push the lever all the way toward the front of your vehicle. 3. Turn the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P).
Page 92: Torque Lock
Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P).
Page 93: Parking Over Things That Burn
Your vehicle has a BRAKE TO SHIFT reminder light. This light comes on to remind you to apply the brake pedal before you can shift from PARK (P). If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) and also release the shift lever button as you maintain brake application.
Page 94: Engine Exhaust
Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. Your vehicle gets rusty underneath.
Page 95: Power Windows
CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you’ve left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
Page 96: Tilt Wheel
Express Down Window The switch for the driver’s window has an express feature. When the driver’s AUTO switch is held rearward, the window will automatically lower completely. To stop the window while it is lowering, press the switch again and then release. The window can be opened in smaller amounts by pressing the switch rearward and releasing it immediately.
Page 97: Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your: Turn and Lane Change Signals Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer Flash Pass Feature Windshield Wipers and Washer Cruise Control Turn and Lane Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions.
Page 98: Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. If the arrows don’t go on at all when you signal a turn, check the fuse and check for burned bulbs. See “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index. Turn Signal Reminder If your turn signal is left on for more than 3/4 of a mile, a chime will sound.
Page 99: Windshield Washer
You control the windshield wipers by turning the band marked WIPER DELAY. For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to MIST. Hold it there until the wipers start, then let go. The wipers will stop after one cycle. If you want more cycles, hold the band on MIST longer.
Page 100: Cruise Control
When the vehicle has a low fluid condition, the WASHER FLUID LOW light will come on to remind you to get more washer fluid soon. Cruise Control With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
Page 101 Setting Cruise Control CAUTION: If you leave your cruise control switch on when you’re not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don’t want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use it.
Page 102: Exterior Lamps
To slow down in very small amounts, push the button briefly. Each time you do this, you’ll go 1 mph (1.6 km/h) slower. Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier.
Page 103: Lamps On Reminder
Sidemarker Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Interior Courtesy Lamps Pull the knob toward you to the first setting to turn on the parking lamps and other operating lamps without the headlamps. Pull the knob toward you to the second setting to turn on the headlamps as well as the other operating lamps.
Page 104: Twilight Sentinel
To idle your vehicle with the DRL off, shift the transaxle into PARK (P). The DRL will stay off until you shift out of PARK (P). To turn off all exterior lamps at night when you are in PARK (P), turn off the headlamps and move the twilight sentinel control, located on the lower area of the headlamp switch, all the way toward AUTO MIN.
Page 105: Interior Lamps
Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness By turning the headlamp knob you can make the instrument panel lights brighten or dim. See “Headlamps” in the Index. Courtesy Lamps When any door is opened, several lamps go on. They make it easy for you to enter and leave the car. To turn on these lamps without opening the door, turn the headlamp knob to the right.
Page 106: Perimeter Lighting
Perimeter Lighting This is a Personal Choice feature of your vehicle. When the UNLOCK button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed, the headlamps, parking lamps, back up lamps and cornering lamps will come on if it is dark enough outside according to the twilight sentinel. This feature can be programmed on or off for each driver’s transmitter.
Page 107: Front Reading Lamps
Front Reading Lamps These lamps and the interior courtesy lamps will come on when you open a door, and turn off when you turn the ignition on. To turn on the reading lamps when the doors are closed, press the button behind the lamp you want on.
Page 108: Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Mirrors Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror When you are sitting in a comfortable driving position, adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind your vehicle. Grip the mirror in the center to move it up or down and side to side. The day/night adjustment allows you to adjust the mirror to avoid glare from the lights behind you.
Page 109 Mirror Operation To turn on the automatic dimming feature, press AUTO. To turn off automatic dimming, press OFF. The green indicator light will be illuminated when this feature is active. Time Delay The automatic mirror has a time delay feature which prevents unnecessary switching from the night back to the day position.
Page 110 Mirror Operation The right side of the button located at the bottom of the mirror turns the electrochromic mirror on and off. To turn on the automatic dimming feature, press MIRROR. To turn off automatic dimming, press MIRROR again. The green indicator light will be illuminated when this feature is active.
Page 111 To adjust for compass variance: 1. Press and hold the COMPASS button located at the bottom of the mirror until a zone number appears in the display. 2. Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map. 3.
Page 112 Power Remote Control Mirror Your vehicle has an electric mirror control located on the driver’s door armrest. Move the inner switch to the right (R) or left (L) to choose either the driver’s or passenger’s side mirror. Press any of the four arrow buttons to move the mirror in the direction desired.
Page 113: Convex Outside Mirror
Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat. CAUTION: 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.
Page 114: Storage Compartments
Storage Compartments Glove Box Use the door key to lock and unlock the glove box. To open, pull the latch on the front of the glove box door. Garage Door Opener Compartment The garage door opener storage area is located in the headliner near the reading lamps.
Page 115 Your Garage Door Transmitter Vehicle Console Door Position For Adapter(s) Name Model Button MULTIELMAC 3033 MULTIELMAC 1048 MULTIELMAC 1087 MULTIELMAC 3060 MULTIELMAC 1098 OVERHEAD 1-BTN 223 1 OR 10 DOOR OVERHEAD 2-BTN 265 DOOR OVERHEAD 3-BTN 242 DOOR OVERHEAD 4-BTN 232 DOOR PULSAR PULSAR...
Page 116 Your Garage Door Transmitter Vehicle Console Door Position For Adapter(s) Name Model Button LINEAR LINEAR MICOM ESP-T-9R MICOM ESP-T-9 MULTIELMAC 3010 MULTIELMAC 3089 MULTIELMAC 3070 MULTIELMAC 3032 MULTIELMAC 1054 MULTIELMAC 3034 2-54 Your Garage Door Transmitter Number Of Adapter(s) Name PULSAR PULSAR PULSAR...
Page 117 3. Place the height adapters on the proper peg using the suggested combinations or by lining up the height adapters and the transmitter button on your garage door opener. 4. Use the Velcro found in the storage area and attach the garage door opener securely inside the console.
Page 118: Center Console Cupholder
Center Console Cupholder The center console has a dual cupholder in front of the shift lever. To use the cupholder, push forward on the covered area and it will open. Press the cover and it will close. 2-56 Compact Disc Storage The area between the ashtray and cupholder is additional storage space for your compact discs.
Page 119: Ashtrays And Cigarette Lighter
Convenience Net Your vehicle has a convenience net. You’ll see it just inside the back wall of the trunk. Put small loads, like grocery bags, behind the net. It can help keep them from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and stops.
Page 120: Sun Visors
Sun Visors To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You can also remove them from the center mount and swing them to the side, while the auxiliary visor remains to block out glare from the front. Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror This mirror is on the larger of the passenger’s sun visors.
Page 121: Assist Handles
Assist Handles An assist handle above each door can be used to help you get in or out of your vehicle. Garment Hooks Rear garment hooks are available for your convenience. Garment hooks are not designed to support clothing bars. Use assist handles for this if possible. Rear License Plate Holder To use it, open the trunk lid and slide your license plate into the slot.
Page 122: Universal Transmitter (Option)
Universal Transmitter (Option) This transmitter allows you to consolidate the functions of up to three individual hand held transmitters. It will operate garage doors and gates, or other devices controlled by radio frequency such as home/office lighting systems. The transmitter will learn and transmit the frequencies of most current transmitters and is powered by your vehicle’s battery and charging system.
Page 123 Your vehicle’s engine should be turned off while programming the transmitter. Follow these steps to program up to three channels: 1. If you have previously programmed a transmitter channel, proceed to Step 2. Otherwise, hold down the two outside buttons on the Universal Transmitter until the indicator light begins to flash rapidly (after 20 seconds).
Page 124 Operating the Universal Transmitter Press and release the appropriate button on the Universal Transmitter. The indicator light comes on while the signal is being transmitted. If the hand held transmitter appears to program the Universal Transmitter but does not open your garage door, and if the garage door opener was manufactured after 1996, the garage door opener may have a “rolling code”...
Page 125: Erasing Channels
3. Return to the Universal Transmitter in your vehicle and firmly press and release the Universal Transmitter button you have already programmed for two to three seconds. Press and release the button again (you may need to do this step up to three times) to make sure that the Universal Transmitter has been trained to the garage door opener motor head unit.
Page 126: The Instrument Panel
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Page 127 The main components of your instrument panel are: A. Warning Lights B. Tachometer C. Fuel Gage D. Engine Temperature Gage E. Speedometer F. Warning Lights G. Climate Controls H. Audio System I. Headlamp/Instrument Panel Intensity Control/Twilight Sentinel J. Hood Release K.
Page 128: Instrument Panel Cluster
yellowblue Instrument Panel Cluster Your vehicle is equipped with this instrument panel cluster. Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. It includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages.
Page 129: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada).
Page 130: Warning Lights, Gages And Indicators
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 repair or replacement.
Page 131: Airbag Readiness Light
Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensors, the air bag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module.
Page 132: Brake System Warning Light
Brake 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 both parts working well. If the warning light comes on, there is a brake problem. Have your brake system inspected right away.
Page 133: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti 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 to OFF. Or, if the light comes on when you’re driving, stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off.
Page 134: Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
If there’s a brake system problem that is specifically related to traction control, the traction control system will turn off and the warning light will come on. If your brakes begin to overheat, the traction control system will turn off and the warning light will come on until your brakes cool down.
Page 135: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Your vehicle has a gage that shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into the red area, your engine is too hot! This reading means the same thing as the warning light. It means that your engine coolant has overheated. If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible.
Page 136: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light) Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This system is called OBD II (On Board Diagnostics Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment.
Page 137 This light should come on, as a check to show you it is working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not running. If the light doesn’t come on, have it repaired. This light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways: Light Flashing A misfire condition has been...
Page 138 If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following: Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle? If so, reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fully install the cap. See “Filling Your Tank” in the Index. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed.
Page 139: Oil Pressure Light
Oil Pressure Light This light tells you if there could be a 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. CAUTION: Don’t keep driving if the oil pressure is low.
Page 140: Door Ajar Light
Brake To Shift Light This light will come on to remind you that you must press the brake pedal to shift out of PARK (P). Cruise Light The CRUISE light comes on when you set your cruise control. See “Cruise Control”...
Page 141: Low Fuel Light
It works only when the ignition is on. When the indicator nears Empty (E) you still have a little fuel left. There is a reserve of about 1.5 gallons (5.6 L) in the fuel tank. You need to get more fuel right away. Here are some concerns some owners have had about the fuel gage.
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Page 143: Section 3 Comfort Controls And Audio Systems
Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle. Comfort Controls Dual Automatic ComforTemp Climate Control Air Conditioning Heating...
Page 144: Comfort Controls
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.
Page 145 Temperature Button To adjust the comfort level you want maintained inside the vehicle, 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.
Page 146 Manual Operation You may also manually adjust the air delivery or fan speed. AIR FLOW: This button is used to change the direction of the airflow. The airflow choices available are FLOOR, FLOOR MID, MID and WINDSHIELD If the system is set for AUTO, pressing the AIR FLOW button will display the current airflow direction and the comfort setting.
Page 147: Air Conditioning
FRONT: This selection is used to defrost the windshield by directing the airflow toward the windshield. If FRONT is selected while in the AUTO mode, the fan speed and the air temperature from the front defroster will vary. If a manual fan speed setting is selected, the fan speed will remain at that selection until another fan speed selection is made or the AUTO mode is selected.
Page 148: Defogging And Defrosting
Defogging and Defrosting Use the FRONT button to quickly remove fog, frost or ice from the windshield in extremely humid or cold conditions. Select the FRONT button to defrost the windshield. By choosing this button, the airflow will be directed at the windshield.
Page 149: Ventilation System
Passenger Zone Comfort Control The front seat passenger can control the air temperature in the right front passenger seating area. This system can be activated by turning the COMFORT CONTROL knob on the passenger’s door. Adjust the temperature by turning the COMFORT CONTROL knob toward COOLER or WARMER.
Page 150 Adjust the direction of airflow by moving the louvered air outlets. You can also adjust the direction of the airflow to the rear seating area. Ventilation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow or any other obstruction such as leaves. The heater and defroster will work better, reducing the chance of fogging your windows.
Page 151: Audio Systems
When the engine idles for a long time, the exterior temperature sensor retains the temperature setting that was present when the vehicle was last moving. The system will try to maintain the set temperature inside your vehicle. Steering Wheel Controls for Climate Control (Option) If your vehicle has this feature, you can control the...
Page 152: Am-Fm Stereo With Cassette Tape And Compact Disc Player With Automatic Tone Control
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Automatic Tone Control Playing the Radio VOLUME: Press this knob to turn the system on and off. To increase volume, turn the knob clockwise. Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume. 3-10 RECALL: Press this button briefly to recall the station being played or to display the clock.
Page 153 PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2). Just: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press AM FM to select the band. 3.
Page 154 Adjusting the Speakers BAL: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers. FADE: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob to move the sound to the front or rear speakers.
Page 155 NEXT (2): Press this button to search for the next selection on the tape. Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for NEXT to work. The sound will mute while seeking. The SEEK down and up arrows will also find the previous and next selections on the tape.
Page 156 Playing a Compact Disc Insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in. The disc should begin playing. If you want to insert a CD while the ignition or the radio is off, first press EJECT or RECALL. If you’re driving on a very rough road or if it’s very hot, the disc may not play and an error code may appear on the display.
Page 157: Theft-Deterrent Feature
SOURCE: Press this button to change to the disc function when the radio is on. When a disc is inserted, the disc will play until you press AM disc will stop playing and the radio will play. Press SOURCE again to play a disc again. CD PLAY will show on the display.
Page 158 4. Press the 1 and 4 buttons together. Hold them down until shows on the display. Next you will use the secret code number which you have written down. 5. Press MIN and 000 will appear on the display. 6. Press MIN again to make the last two digits agree with your code.
Page 159 4. Press MIN and 000 will appear on the display. 5. Press MIN again to make the last two digits agree with your code. 6. Press HRS to make the first one or two digits agree with your code. 7. Press AM FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the secret code you have written down.
Page 160: Understanding Radio Reception
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. If you press and hold the SEEK button for two seconds, SCAN will appear on the display. It will go to a station, stop for a few seconds and go on to the next station.
Page 161: Care Of Your Cassette Tape Player
To help avoid hearing loss or damage: Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting. Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly. NOTICE: Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two way radio be sure you can...
Page 162: Care Of Your Compact Disc Player
When using a scrubbing action, non cassette, it is normal for the cassette to eject because your unit is equipped with a cut tape detection feature and a cleaning cassette may appear as a broken tape. If the cleaning cassette ejects, insert the cassette at least three times to ensure thorough cleaning.
Page 163 3. Wipe the cloth over the mast sections, removing any dirt. 4. Wipe dry with a clean cloth. 5. Make the antenna go up and down by turning the radio or ignition off and on. 6. Repeat if necessary. NOTICE: Don’t lubricate the power antenna.
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Page 165: Section 4 Your Driving And The Road
Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We’ve also included many other useful tips on driving. Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking Steering Road Recovery...
Page 166: Defensive Driving
Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. (See “Safety Belts” in the Index.) Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads or freeways, it means “always expect the unexpected.”...
Page 167: Drunken Driving
Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: Judgment Muscular Coordination Vision...
Page 168 It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour, the person’s BAC would be close to 0.12 percent. A person who consumes food just before or during drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level.
Page 169 The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. “I’ll be careful” isn’t the right answer. What if there’s an emergency, a need to take sudden action, as when a child darts into the street? A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision.
Page 170: Control Of A Vehicle
Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road. Sometimes, as when you’re driving on snow or ice, it’s easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide.
Page 171: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)
Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking.
Page 172 Here’s how anti lock works. Let’s say the road is wet. You’re driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes. Here’s what happens with ABS. A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels.
Page 173: Traction Control System
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.
Page 174: Braking In Emergencies
To turn the system off, press the TRAC CONT button located on the instrument panel. The traction control system warning light will come on and stay on. If the system is limiting wheel spin when you press the button, the warning light will come but the system won’t turn off right away.
Page 175: Steering In Emergencies
The traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface, the angle at which the curve is banked, and your speed. While you’re in a curve, speed is the one factor you can control. Suppose you’re steering through a sharp curve.
Page 176 An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o’clock positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand. But you have to act fast, steer quickly, and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the object.
Page 177 Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again. A simple maneuver? Not necessarily! Passing another vehicle on a two highway is a potentially dangerous move, since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds.
Page 178: Loss Of Control
Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass. When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your inside mirror, activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right lane.
Page 179: Driving At Night
Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel or other material is on the road. For safety, you’ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions. It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited.
Page 180: Night Vision
Here are some tips on night driving. Drive defensively. Don’t drink and drive. Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles.
Page 181: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
yellowblue Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire road traction isn’t as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get even less traction.
Page 182 Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. But if you can’t, try to slow down before you hit them. 4-18 CAUTION: Wet brakes can cause accidents.
Page 183: City Driving
Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds. There just isn’t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning. The best advice is to slow down when it is raining. Driving Through Deep Standing Water NOTICE: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through your engine’s air intake and badly damage your engine.
Page 184: Freeway Driving
Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip.
Page 185: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
If it needs service, have it done before starting out. Of course, you’ll find experienced and able service experts in Buick dealerships all across North America. They’ll be ready and willing to help if you need it. yellowblue such as after a day’s...
Page 186: Highway Hypnosis
Here are some things you can check before a trip: Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are all windows clean inside and outside? Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape? Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked all levels? Lamps: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean? Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, trouble...
Page 187: Hill And Mountain Roads
Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flat or rolling terrain. If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable.
Page 188 CAUTION: Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the ignition off is dangerous. Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down. They could get so hot that they wouldn’t work well. You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill. You could crash.
Page 189: Winter Driving
Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk. Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles.
Page 190: Driving On Snow Or Ice
Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction. However, if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation. You’ll have a lot less traction or “grip”...
Page 191: If You're Caught In A Blizzard
Your anti lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have the anti lock braking system, you’ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement. See “Anti Lock”...
Page 192 If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a serious situation. You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow. Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: Turn on your hazard flashers.
Page 193: Recreational Vehicle Towing
CAUTION: Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could overcome you and kill you. You can’t see it or smell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle. Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle, especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe.
Page 194: Loading Your Vehicle
To tow your vehicle, follow these steps: 1. Put the front wheels on a dolly. 2. Put the vehicle in PARK (P). 3. Set the parking brake and then remove the key. 4. Clamp the steering wheel in a straight with a clamping device designed for towing.
Page 195 The other label is the Certification label, also found on the rear edge of the driver’s door. It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle, called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo. Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle, or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for either the front or rear axle.
Page 196: Electronic Level Control
CAUTION: Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. Put things in the trunk of your vehicle. In a trunk, put them as far forward as you can. Try to spread the weight evenly.
Page 197: If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer
That’s the reason for this part. In it are many time tested, important trailering tips and safety rules. Many of these are important for your safety and that of your passengers. So please read this section carefully before you pull a trailer. Load pulling components such as the engine, transaxle, wheel assemblies and tires are forced to work harder...
Page 198: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at: Buick Motor Division Customer Relations Center P.O. Box 5039 Troy, MI 48007-5039 In Canada, write to: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre...
Page 199: Total Weight On Your Vehicle's Tires
Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires. You’ll find these numbers on the Tire Loading Information label at the rear edge of the driver’s door, or see “Loading Your Vehicle” in the Index.
Page 200: Driving With A Trailer
Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer.
Page 201: Turn Signals When Towing A Trailer
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps will also flash, telling other drivers you’re about to turn, change lanes or stop. When towing a trailer, the arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out.
Page 202: When You Are Ready To Leave After Parking On A Hill
But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, here’s how to do it: 1. Apply your regular brakes, but don’t shift into PARK (P) yet. 2. Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels. 3. When the wheel chocks are in place, release the regular brake until the chocks absorb the load.
Page 203: Section 5 Problems On The Road
Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating Cooling System If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire Compact Spare Tire If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow...
Page 204: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. Press down on the button located on top of the steering column to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on...
Page 205: Other Warning Devices
Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle.
Page 206 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching each other. If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don’t want. You wouldn’t be able to start your vehicle, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems.
Page 207 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 need more light. Be sure the battery has enough water. You don’t need to add water to the ACDelco Freedom battery installed in every new GM vehicle.
Page 208 6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the remote positive (+) terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery. yellowblue 7. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one.
Page 209 Don’t let the other end touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative cable doesn’t go to the dead battery. It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery. 9.
Page 210: Towing Your Vehicle
Towing Your Vehicle CAUTION: To help avoid serious personal injury to you or others: Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed. Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds. Never tow with damaged parts not fully secured. Never get under your vehicle after it has been lifted by the tow truck.
Page 211: Engine Overheating
Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage and the warning light about a hot engine on your instrument panel. See “Engine Coolant Temperature Gage” and “Low Coolant Warning Light” in the Index. If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION: Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood.
Page 212: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
NOTICE: If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty. If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious.
Page 213: Cooling System
Cooling System When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: A. Radiator Pressure Cap B. Two Electric Engine Cooling Fans C. Coolant Recovery Tank CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you.
Page 214 CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Don’t run the engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could cause an engine fire, and you could be burned.
Page 215 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at FULL COLD, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant recovery tank. (See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for more information.) CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system...
Page 216 CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine. When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at FULL COLD, start your vehicle.
Page 217: How To Add Coolant To The Radiator
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops.
Page 218 5. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure cap off. 6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fans. 5-16 7.
Page 219: If A Tire Goes Flat
If a Tire Goes Flat It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly. But if you should ever have a “blowout,” here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do: If a front tire fails, the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side.
Page 220: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire. 5-18 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you’ll need is in the trunk. Instructions for changing your tires are on the inside of the tire cover.
Page 221: Removing The Wheel Cover
2. Remove the wheel wrench and jack from the jack container. Turn the spare tire retainer bolt counterclockwise and remove the retainer assembly. 3. Remove the spare tire from the trunk. The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A) and wheel wrench (B).
Page 222: Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. Position the wheel wrench securely over the wheel nuts to loosen, but don’t remove them yet. 2. Attach the wheel wrench to the bolt on the end of the jack to create a jack handle. 5-20 3.
Page 223 4. Near each wheel well is a notch in the frame to position the jack head. You’ll find the word JACK and an arrow stamped into the plastic near each notch. Position the jack under the vehicle and raise the jack head until it fits firmly against the sheet metal next to the word JACK.
Page 224 5. Raise the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit. 6. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire. 5-22 7.
Page 225 CAUTION: Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 8. Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface. yellowblue 9. Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel.
Page 226 10. Lower the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. 5-24 11. Using the wheel wrench, tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a criss as shown. CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off.
Page 227: Storing The Flat Tire And Tools
NOTICE: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification. 12. Store the wheel cover in the trunk until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced.
Page 228: Storing The Spare Tire And Tools
Storing the Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. Store the compact spare tire and tools as shown in the diagram.
Page 229: Compact Spare Tire
Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 kPa). After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated.
Page 230: If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will need to spin the wheels, but you don’t want to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as “rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, but you must use caution.
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Page 233: Section 6 Service And Appearance Care
Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel information, and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care.
Page 234: Doing Your Own Service Work
Service Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer for all your service needs. You’ll get genuine GM parts and trained and supported service people. We hope you’ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll...
Page 235: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of Your Vehicle
(See “Malfunction Indicator Lamp” in the Index.) If this occurs, return to your authorized Buick dealer for diagnosis to determine the cause of failure. In the event it is determined that the cause of the condition is the type of fuels used, repairs may not be covered by your warranty.
Page 236: Fuels In Foreign Countries
The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on. If this occurs, return to your authorized Buick dealer for service. To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help...
Page 237: Filling Your Tank
Filling Your Tank The cap is behind a hinged door on the driver’s side of your vehicle. CAUTION: Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle.
Page 238 The fuel door can also be opened by using the release in the trunk compartment, on the driver’s side of the vehicle. While refueling, hang the tethered cap in the notch on the fuel door. To remove the cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise).
Page 239 CAUTION: If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather.
Page 240: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION: Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor. You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs.
Page 241: Hood Release
Hood Release Pull the handle inside the vehicle to open the hood. The handle is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel, next to the parking brake release. Then go to the front of the vehicle and locate the secondary hood release.
Page 242 3800 Supercharged V6 (L67) Engine When you open the hood on the 3800 Supercharged engine, here’s what you will see: A. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir B. Remote Positive Battery Terminal C. Radiator Pressure Cap 6-10 D. Engine Oil Dipstick E. Oil Fill Cap F.
Page 243: Engine Oil
Your vehicle has a 3800 Supercharged V6 engine. The supercharger is a device designed to pump more air into the engine than it would normally use. This air, mixed with fuel, creates increased engine power. Since the supercharger is a pump and is driven from an engine accessory drive belt, increased pressure is available at all driving conditions.
Page 244: Checking Engine Oil
Checking Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip down, and check the level. 6-12 When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD mark, then you’ll need to add at least one quart of oil.
Page 245: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the “Starburst” symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use any oil which does not carry this Starburst symbol.
Page 246: Engine Oil Additives
As shown in the chart, SAE 10W 30 is best for your vehicle. However, you can use SAE 5W to be colder than 60 F (16 C) before your next oil change. When it’s very cold, you should use SAE 30.
Page 247: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
If none of them is true, use the long trip/highway maintenance schedule. Change the oil and filter every 7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 12 months occurs first. Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions causes engine oil to break down slower.
Page 248 Remove the air cleaner assembly as follows: 1. Remove the air duct clamp and separate the hose from the air cleaner cover. Rotate the hose on the throttle body upward so it is out of the way. 2. Detach the electrical connector and remove the air cleaner cover by flipping the two latches on the bottom inboard side of the cover.
Page 249: Supercharger Oil
Supercharger Oil Unless you are technically qualified and have the proper tools, you should let your dealer or a qualified service center perform this maintenance. When to Check Check oil level every 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or every 36 months, whichever occurs first. What Kind of Oil to Use See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants”...
Page 250: Automatic Transaxle Fluid
Automatic Transaxle Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Change both the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90...
Page 251 Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures are above 50 colder than 50 F (10 C), you may have to drive longer. Checking the Fluid Level Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running.
Page 252: Radiator Pressure Cap
How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level into the cross the dipstick.
Page 253: Engine Coolant
Thermostat Engine coolant temperature is 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, a GM thermostat i s recommended.
Page 254: What To Use
What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean, drinkable water and half DEX COOL coolant which won’t damage aluminum parts. If you use this coolant mixture, you don’t need to add anything else. CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous.
Page 255: Checking Coolant
Checking Coolant The engine coolant recovery tank is located on the driver’s side of the engine compartment. The vehicle must be on a level surface. When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at FULL COLD or a little higher. When your engine is warm, the level should be up to FULL HOT or a little higher.
Page 256: When To Check Power Steering Fluid
CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine. Power Steering Fluid 6-24 When to Check Power Steering Fluid 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.
Page 257: Windshield Washer Fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing.
Page 258: Brake Fluid
Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is on the driver’s side of the engine compartment. It is filled with DOT brake fluid. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear.
Page 259 What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT fluid. Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only. Refer to “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Maintenance Schedule. Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it.
Page 260: Brake Wear
Brake Wear Your vehicle has four wheel disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly).
Page 261: Replacing Brake System Parts
Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. Your vehicle was designed and tested with top GM brake parts.
Page 262: Vehicle Storage
To be sure the vent hose (A) is properly attached, the vent hose 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).
Page 263: Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement The following procedure tells you how to replace your headlamp bulbs. For the type of bulb, see “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer’s service department. Halogen Bulbs CAUTION: Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb.
Page 264 To remove the air cleaner assembly, see Steps 1 through 3 earlier in this section. See “Air Cleaner” in the Index. 6-32 The passenger’s side high beam headlamp access area is next to the radiator pressure cap. The passenger’s side low beam headlamp access area is to the right and slightly behind the high beam area.
Page 265 The driver’s side low beam headlamp access area is behind and between the high beam area and the air cleaner. 1. Loosen the two bolts on the inboard edge of the headlamp assembly. This allows you to pull out the assembly for more hand clearance when changing bulbs.
Page 266 NOTICE: To make sure your headlamps are aimed properly, read all the instructions before beginning. Failure to follow these instructions could cause damage to headlamp parts. The vehicle should be properly prepared as follows: The vehicle must have all four tires on a perfectly level surface.
Page 267: Front Turn Signal Lamps
2. Turn the vertical aiming screw (C) until the level bubble (D) is lined up with zero. Front Turn Signal Lamps The turn signal bulb is located in the front fascia. 1. Remove the panel on the underside of the bulb assembly by pulling the two fasteners that hold it in place.
Page 268 yellowblue To access them, do the following: 2. Remove the plastic wing nuts that hold the taillamp assembly in place. 1. Remove the screws that secure the trunk trim over the taillamp area. 6-36...
Page 269 3. Pull the taillamp assembly away from the vehicle carefully, to avoid scratching the paint. The taillamp has safety straps to help you hold the assembly while replacing the bulbs. The following instructions explain how to change each bulb. 1. Remove the bulb socket assembly by squeezing the plastic lock and turning it one quarter of a turn counterclockwise.
Page 270 2. Pull the bulb straight out to remove it from the socket. 3. Install a new bulb into the socket. Reverse the instructions to replace the socket and the taillamp assembly. 6-38 Interior Lamps Front and Rear Reading Lamps To change the bulbs in the front and rear reading lamps, do the following: 1.
Page 271: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Your new vehicle comes with high a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your Buick Warranty booklet for details. CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous.
Page 272: Inflation -- Tire Pressure
CAUTION: (Continued) Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires. The resulting accident could cause serious injury. Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure. Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold. Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut, punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when you hit a pothole.
Page 273: Tire Inspection And Rotation
When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. Don’t forget your compact spare tire. It should be at 60 psi (420 kPa). How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure. You can’t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them.
Page 274 CAUTION: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle.
Page 275: Buying New Tires
Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the Tire Loading Information label. The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on each tire’s sidewall. When you get new tires, get ones with that same TPC Spec number.
Page 276: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, which grades tires by treadwear, traction and temperature performance. (This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States.) The grades are molded on the sidewalls of most passenger car tires.
Page 277: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Temperature A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
Page 278 CAUTION: Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous. It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle, make your tires lose air and make you lose control. You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured.
Page 279: Tire Chains
Tire Chains NOTICE: Use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use only SAE Class “S” type chains that are the proper size for your tires. Install them on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened.
Page 280: Cleaning The Inside Of Your Vehicle
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt. Wipe vinyl, leather, plastic and painted surfaces with a clean, damp cloth. Cleaning of Fabric/Carpet Your dealer has two cleaners, Multi Cleaner and Capture Non Solvent Dry Spot and Soil Remover for cleaning fabric and carpet.
Page 281: Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems 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: 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the soiled area with cool water. 2.
Page 282: Care Of Safety Belts
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions.
Page 283: Cleaning The Outside Of The Windshield And Wiper Blades
Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax, sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield. Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner, Bon Ami Powder (non...
Page 284: Finish Care
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Use lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under “Washing Your Vehicle.” Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish.
Page 285: Cleaning Tires
Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels (Option) Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied. The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle.
Page 286: Finish Damage
Although no defect in the paint job causes this, Buick will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12,000 miles (20 000 km) of purchase, whichever occurs first.
Page 287: Gm Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials PART NUMBER SIZE 994954 23 in. x 25 in. 1050172 16 oz. (0.473 L) 1050173 16 oz. (0.473 L) 1050174 16 oz. (0.473 L) 1050214 32 oz. (0.946 L) 1050427 23 oz. (0.680 L) 1052918** 8 oz. (0.237 L) 1052925 16 oz.
Page 288: Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 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 it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration.
Page 289: Electrical System
Electrical System Add-On Electrical Equipment NOTICE: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Some add on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should.
Page 290: Fuses And Circuit Breakers
Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers. Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating.
Page 291 Instrument Panel Fuse Block Fuse Usage Air Bag Injectors Anti Lock Brake System Left Exterior Lamps Turn Signal Lamps Oxygen Sensor Climate Control Right Exterior Lamps HVAC Relay Auxiliary Power Interior Lamps Chime TMNSS Cruise Control Perimeter Lights Not Used yellowblue 6-59...
Page 292 Fuse Usage Not Used Radio Cooling Fan Not Used Not Used Windshield Wipers Flat Pack Motor Cigarette Lighter Crank HVAC Blower 6-60 Engine Compartment Fuse Block yellowblue...
Page 293: Removing The Rear Seat Cushion
Fuse Usage Air Conditioning Compressor Not Used Not Used Horn Not Used Not Used Cooling Fan #2 Cooling Fan #3 Cooling Fan ABS Main ABS Pump Motor Not Used Horn Not Used Removing the Rear Seat Cushion To access the battery and main fuse boxes, the rear seat cushion must be removed.
Page 294 To Remove the Rear Seat Cushion 1. Pull up on the front of the cushion to release the front hooks. 2. Pull the cushion up and out toward the front of the vehicle. To Reinstall the Rear Seat Cushion 6-62 CAUTION: A safety belt that isn’t properly routed through the seat cushion or is twisted won’t provide the...
Page 295 Rear Compartment Driver’s Side Fuse Block Fuse Usage Open Electronic Level Control Trunk Release Relay Open Fuel Pump Relay Driver Door Unlock Relay Open Rear Defogger Relay (Upper Zone) Rear Defogger Relay (Lower Zone) Open Spare Spare Spare Open Direct Accessory Power Accessory Open...
Page 296 Rear Compartment Passenger’s Side Fuse Block 6-64 Fuse Usage Spare Open Breaker Power Windows/Sunroof Spare Open Spare Open Breaker Power Seats Spare Open Power Seat Breaker Headlamps HVAC Blower Motor Powertrain Control Module/PASS Ignition 3 Ignition 1 yellowblue...
Page 297 Fuse Usage Rear Defogger Trunk and Fuel Door Releases Electronic Level Control Heated Seats/Instrument Panel Exterior Lamps Open Power Door Locks Interior Lamps Hazard Lamps/Stoplamps Parking Lamps Heated Mirror Fuse Usage Open Fuel Door Release Trunk Release Battery Thermistor Instrument Panel #2 Instrument Panel #1 Heated Seats Fuel Pump...
Page 298: Replacement Bulbs
Replacement Bulbs Exterior ......Headlamp High Beam ......Beam .
Page 299: Air Conditioning Refrigerants
Engine Specifications Engine ....... . . VIN Engine Code ......Type .
Page 300 Supercharged Engine Accessory Belt (L67) The Supercharged 3800 V6 engine uses two accessory drive belts. One belt drives the generator, power steering pump, coolant pump and air conditioning compressor. The second belt drives the supercharger. Each belt has its own tensioner and idler pulley. 6-68 1.
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Page 303: Section 7 Maintenance Schedule
Section 7 Maintenance Schedule This section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety, dependability and emission control performance. Introduction How this Section is Organized Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance Part B: Owner Checks and Services Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections...
Page 304: Your Vehicle And The Environment
Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet, or your dealer for details. Introduction Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment.
Page 305 CAUTION: Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, you can be seriously injured. Do your own maintenance work only if you have the required know and the proper tools and equipment for the job. If you have any doubt, have a qualified technician do the work.
Page 306: Using Your Maintenance Schedule
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’ll drive it. You may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather.
Page 307: Scheduled Maintenance
Scheduled Maintenance Short Trip/City Definition Follow the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance if any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle: Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing.
Page 308 Scheduled Maintenance Long Trip/Highway Definition Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance is true. Do not use this schedule if the vehicle is used for trailer towing, driven in a dusty area or used off paved roads.
Page 309: Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be performed at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km).
Page 310 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 311 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 312 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 21,000 Miles (35 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 313 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service.
Page 314 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 315 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service.
Page 316 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) (Continued) – Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter at 100,000 miles (166 000 km). 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 317 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service.
Page 318 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 63,000 Miles (105 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 66,000 Miles (110 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 319 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 320 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 81,000 Miles (135 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 84,000 Miles (140 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 321 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote For supercharged engines only: Check the supercharger oil level and add oil as needed (or every 36 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 322 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 96,000 Miles (160 000 km) (Continued) Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 99,000 Miles (165 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 323 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance – In hilly or mountainous terrain. – When doing frequent trailer towing. – Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. If you haven’t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and, therefore, haven’t changed your automatic transaxle fluid, change both the fluid and filter.
Page 324: Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be performed at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km).
Page 325 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 326 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 327 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 328 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 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, change the fluid and filter at 100,000 miles (166 000 km).
Page 329 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance For supercharged engines only: Check the supercharger oil level and add oil as needed (or every 36 months, whichever occurs first). See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in this section. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 330 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 331 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote For supercharged engines only: Check the supercharger oil level and add oil as needed (or every 36 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 332 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: –...
Page 333: At Each Fuel Fill
Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed in this part are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in Part D.
Page 334: At Least Twice A Year
At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired.
Page 335 Starter Switch Check 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. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2.
Page 336 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position. The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). The key should come out only in LOCK.
Page 337: Engine Cooling System Inspection
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed in this part are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Page 338 Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer. USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Engine Oil Engine Oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines “Starburst” symbol of the proper viscosity.
Page 339 USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Supercharger Supercharger Oil (GM Part No. 12345982). See “Supercharger Oil” in the Index. Chassis Chassis Lubricant (GM Part Lubrication No. 12377985 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC Hood Latch Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol Assembly, (GM Part No.
Page 340: Maintenance Record
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. ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY READING 7-38 Any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services”...
Page 341 yellowblue Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING 7-39...
Page 342 yellowblue Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING 7-40...
Page 343 yellowblue Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING 7-41...
Page 344 yellowblue Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING 7-42...
Page 345: Section 8 Customer Assistance Information
Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Buick if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. Customer Satisfaction Procedure Customer Assistance for Text...
Page 346: Customer Satisfaction Procedure
Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Buick. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur.
Page 347 STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, contact the Buick Customer Relations Center by calling 1-800-521-7300. In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
Page 348: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
Canada can dial 1 Customer Assistance Offices free telephone Buick encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes to write to Buick, the letter should be addressed to Buick’s Customer Relations Center. United States Buick Customer Relations Center P.O.
Page 349: All Overseas Locations
Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-263-7854 (French) 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-268-6800 All Overseas Locations GMODC Customer Communication Centre 169-007 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Telephone: 905-644-4112 Fax:...
Page 350: Canadian Roadside Assistance
Takes the anxiety out of uncertain situations by providing easy access to service professionals trained to work with Buick owners, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including weekends and holidays. For details on Buick Premium Roadside Assistance, please consult your Buick Premium Roadside Assistance owner booklet included with your owner’s manual.
Page 351: Courtesy Transportation
Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, if you are unable to wait Buick helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options. Depending on the circumstances,...
Page 352: Additional Program Information
Courtesy Rental Vehicle When your vehicle is unavailable due to overnight warranty repairs, your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle you obtained, at actual cost, up to a maximum of $30.00 per day supported by receipts.
Page 353: Reporting Safety Defects To The United States Government
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying General Motors.
Page 354: Reporting Safety Defects To General Motors
In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at 1 7300, or write: Buick Customer Relations Center P.O. Box 5039 Troy, MI 48007-5039 In Canada, please call us at 1 or 1 7854 (French).
Page 355 1999 BUICK SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it in with your check, money order, or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.)
Page 356 ORDER TOLL FREE (NOTE: For Credit Card Holders Only) 1-800-551-4123 (Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM EST) FAX Orders Only 1-313-865-5927 PUBLICATION FORM PUBLICATION FORM NUMBER NUMBER Service Manual Car & Light Truck Transmission Unit Repair Owner’s Manual In Portfolio Owner’s Manual Without Portfolio NOTE: Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or company name, and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should be sent.
Page 357: Section 9 Index
Section 9 Index ccessory Power Outlet ......Air Bag ........How Does it Restrain .
Page 358 Brake Adjustment ........Fluid ........Master Cylinder .
Page 359 Stains ........Tires .
Page 360 Driving City ........Defensive .
Page 361 Fluids and Lubricants ......French Language Manual ......Fuel .
Page 362 Instrument Panel ....... Brightness Control ......Cleaning .
Page 363 Memory Door ....... . . Power Door ........Trunk .
Page 364 PARK (P) Shifting Into ....... . . Shifting Out of .
Page 365 Personal Choice Features ..... . . Resynchronization ......Removing the Rear Seat Cushion .
Page 366 Security Feedback ......Security Light ........Security System, PASS .
Page 367 Tire Loading Information Label ....Tires ......... Alignment and Balance .
Page 368 nderbody Flushing Service ..... Underbody Maintenance ......Universal Theft Deterrent System .

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