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Page 2 Le Sabre Owner Manual 2003 Seats and Restraint Systems ... Front Seats Safety Belts Child Restraints Air Bag Systems Restraint System Check Features and Contro[s ... Keys Doors and Locks Windows Theft-Deterrent Systems Starting and Operating Your Vehicle Mirrors Onstar@ System HomeLink@ Transmitter Storage Areas 3 U I I I UUI...
Page 3 GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, BUICK, the BUICK Emblem and the name LE SABRE are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes after that time without further notice.
Page 4 You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning. These mean there is something that could hurt other people.
Page 5 Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: Notice: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. A notice will 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 6 These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle: LATCH BOTH LAP AND CAUTION POSSIBLE PROTECT OCCUPANT SHOULDER BELTS TO INJURY DO NOT TWIST SAFETY BELT WHEN ATTACHING PROTECT EYES BY FASTEN SHIELDING SEAT BELTS CAUSTIC MOVE SEAT \ $ $ BATERY...
Page 8: Table Of Contents
Section 1 Front Seats ... Manual Seats Power Seats Manual Lumbar ... Power Lumbar ... 1-4 Heated Seats ... Reclining Seatbacks ... Head Restraints ... Safety Belts ... 1-8 Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ... 1-12 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ...
Page 9: Front Seats
Front Seats Manual Seats can lose cor )I of t adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you don’t want to. Adjust the driver’s seat only when the vehicle is not moving.
Page 10 Horizontal Control: Raise or lower the front of the seat cushion by pressing the forward edge of the control up or down. Raise or lower the rear of the seat cushion by pressing the rear edge of the control up or down. Move the seat forward or rearward by pressing the control toward the front or rear of the vehicle.
Page 11 Power Lumbar If your vehicle has this feature, the power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of each front seat. Use the power seat control first to get the proper position. Then continue with the lumbar adjustment. To reshape the lower seatback, press the lumbar control forward to increase support and rearward to decrease support.
Page 13 Reclining Seatbacks If your vehicle has power seats, the vertical control described previously in this section reclines the front seatbacks. If your vehicle has the manual recliner, lift the lever on the outboard side of the seat and move the seatback to the desired position.
Page 14 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. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries.
Page 15: Safety Belts
Safety Belts Safety Belts: They Are 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 “h safety Its. ’ Don’t let anyone ride where he or she can’t wear a safety belt properly.
Page 18 The person keeps going until stopped by something. or the instrument panel In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield...
Page 19 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 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts...
Page 21 Driver Position This part describes the driver’s restraint system. Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here’s how to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight. To see how, see “Seats” in the Index. 1-14 3.
Page 22 a ‘ -I-, ne iap part ef the beit 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 23 What’s wrong with this? loose. The shoulder belt is too as much protection this way. 1-16 You can be serioi y hurt if is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should It won’t give nearly ur s h c der belt...
Page 24 The belt is buckled in the wrong place. You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones.
Page 25 What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. be worn over the shoulder at all times. 1-18 You can be s- 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 26 The belt is twisted across the body. 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 27 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 29 Center Front Passenger Position Lap Belt If your vehicle has a front bench seat, someone can sit in the center position. 1-22 When you sit in the center front 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 30 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 on page 1-30. Make sure the release button on the buckie is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 31: Rear Seat Passengers
Rear Seat Passengers It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash.
Page 32 If the belt stops before reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. i i tne Delt not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 1-30.
Page 33 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 34 You can be seriously hurt your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. unlatch the belt, just push the button the buckle. 1-27...
Page 35: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides For Children And Smgll Ad~-I!Ts
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Your vehicle may have this feature already. If it doesn’t, you can get it from any GM dealer. Rear shoulder belt comfort guides provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults.
Page 37: Safety Belt Extender
4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1-24. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder. 1-30 To remove and store the comfort guides, squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides.
Page 38: Older Children
Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle's safety belts. If possible, an older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips, just touching the top of the thighs.
Page 39 1-32 Never do this. Here two children are wearing 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 wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt...
Page 40 Nevel ,his. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt inthis 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 41: Infants And Young Children
Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. 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 42 For example, in a crash at on1 (40 km/h), a 12-lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240-lb. (1 10 kg) force on a person’s arms. A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint. lildren who ar any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed.
Page 43 What are the different types of add-on child restraints? Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle’s owner, are available in four basic types. Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child’s weight, height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used.
Page 44: Child Restraint Systems
The body structi of a young hild unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom the safety belts are designed. A young child's hip bones are still so small that the vehicle's regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should.
Page 45 A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint. 1-38 A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields.
Page 46 A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle's safety belt system. Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner, and ~li9-L.L.ck bGGstei- se-.;s ;7z".e sGii?6 A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window.
Page 47: 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 booklet, or both.
Page 48 A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured or killed by the right front passenger’s air bag if inflates. Never secure a child restraint in the center front seat.It’s always better to secure a child restraint in the rear seat.
Page 49: Top Strap
Top Strap Some child restraints have a top strap, or “top tether”. It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision. For it to work, a top strap must be properly anchored to the vehicle. Some top strap-equipped child restraints are designed for use with or without the top strap being anchored.
Page 50 In Canada; the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top strap, and that the strap be anchored. In the United States, some child restraints also have a top strap. If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored. Anchor the top strap to one of the following anchor points.
Page 51: Lower Anchorages And Top Tethers For Children (Latch System)
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) Your vehicle has the LATCH system. You'll find anchors (A) in all three rear seat positions. To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system, each seating position with the LATCH system will have a label sewn into the seatback at each...
Page 52 With this system, use the LATCH system instead of the vehicle’s safety belts to secure a child restraint. If a L, .‘CH-type child rest1 -..It i , . .’t attach,, its anchorage points, the restraint won’t be able to protect a child sitting there. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed.
Page 53: Securing A Child Restraint Designed For The Latch System
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 . Find the anchors for the seating position you want to use, where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion. 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3.
Page 54 A child in a cl 1 rest( jn the center 1. -nt ..seat can be badly injured or killed by the right front passenger’s air bag if it inflates. Never secure a child restraint in the center front seat. It’s always better to secure a child restraint in the rear seat.
Page 55 3. 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. 4. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward-facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
Page 56 Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Never put a rear facing child restraint in this seat. Here's why: _ _ _ A child a rear-fa-..Ig child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger's air bag inflates.
Page 57 You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See Top Strap on page 1-42 if the child restraint has one. 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.
Page 59: Air Bag Systems
Air Bag Systems This part explains the frontal and side impact air bag systems. Your vehicle has a frontal air bag for the driver and a frontal air bag for the right front passenger. Your vehicle may also have a side impact air bag for the driver, and another side impact air bag for the right front passenger.
Page 60 can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren’t wearing your safety belt you have air bags. Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it. Air bags are designed to work with safety belts but don’t replace them.
Page 61 Both frontal and side impact air bags inflate with great force, faster than the If you’re too close to an inflating air would be if you were leaning forward, seriously injure you. Safety belts help keep you in position for air bag inflation before and during a crash.
Page 63 If your vehicle has one, the right front passenger’s side impact air bag is in the side of the passenger’s seatback closest to the door. 1-56 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 causing severe injury or even death.
Page 64 The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal air bags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. But they are designed to inflate only if the impact speed is above the system’s designed “threshold level”. In addition, your vehicle has “dual stage” frontal air bags, which adjust the amount of restraint according to crash severity.
Page 65: What Makes An Air Bag Inflate
What Makes an Air Bag Inflate? In an impact of sufficient severity, the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash. For both frontal and side impact air bags, the sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator, which inflates the air bag.
Page 66 ’Nhzt \bdi!! You See After Inflates? After the air bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated. Some components of the air bag module will be hot for a short time. These components include the steering wheel hub for the driver’s frontal air bag and the instrument panel for the right front passenger’s frontal air bag.
Page 67 In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag. Air bags are designed to inflate only once. After an air bag inflates, you’ll need some new parts for your air bag system.
Page 68 Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced, There are parts of the air bag systems in several places around your vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag systems. To purchase a service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7- For ub Lo 10 secon,,...
Page 69: Checking Your Restraint Systems
Restraint System Check Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired.
Page 72: Features And Contro[S
Section Keys ... Remote Keyless Entry System ... Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ... 2. 5 Doors and Locks ... Door Locks ... Central Door Unlocking System Power Door Locks ... Door Ajar Reminder ... Delayed Locking Programmable Automatic Door Locks ... 2.11 Rear Door Security Locks ...
Page 73: Keys
Keys 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 the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
Page 74 There a master key that Your works in all of the lock system. Both the master and VALET key have a cylinders (driver’s door, transponder in the key head that matches a decoder in trunk, ignition, and the vehicle’s steering column. If a replacement key glove box).
Page 75: Remote Keyless Entry System
Remote Keyless Entry System Your keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.
Page 76 Remote Keyless Entrv Operation With this feature, 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. If your vehicle is equipped with the DIC, the numbers on the back of your transmitter correspond to DRIVER and DRIVER #2 on the DIC.
Page 77 Personalization Features The following list of features, if available on your vehicle, can be programmed to each driver’s preference. Automatic Door Locks: This feature programs your door locks to automatically lock or unlock when shifting in and out of PARK (P). Security Feedback: This feature provides feedback to the driver when the vehicle receives a command from the remote keyless entry transmitter.
Page 78 If your vehicle is equipped with the DIC, you must program this feature using it. See Driver information Center (DIC) on page 3-47. If your vehicle is not equipped with the DIC, do the following to change to another mode: 1.
Page 79 Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about four years. You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it’s probably time to change the battery.
Page 80: Doors And Locks
Doors and hacks Door Locks --locked doors can be dangerous. ’ - Passengers especially children easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle won’t open chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locked.
Page 81: Central Door Unlocking System
Central Door Unlocking System If your vehicle has a theft-deterrent system, all doors will unlock if the key is held in the outside key cylinder unlock position for more than two seconds. The doors will also unlock if the key is turned to the unlock position twice in three seconds.
Page 82 The delayed locking feature can be turned on or off. If your vehicle is equipped with the DIC, you must use it to program this feature. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-47. To turn the feature on, do the following: 1.
Page 83 Mode All doors automatically lock when shifted out of PARK (P). All doors automatically unlock when shifted into PARK (P). If your vehicle is equipped with the DIC, you must use it to program this feature. See Driver lnformafion Center (DIC) on page 3-47.
Page 84: Lockout Protection
Your vehicle is equipped with rear door security locks that prevent passengers from opening the rear doors of your vehicle from the inside. To use one of these locks, do the following: 1. Open the rear door you want to lock. 2.
Page 85: Leaving Your Vehicle
Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle, take your keys, open your door and set the locks from the inside. Then get out and close the door. Or, press the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter after shutting the doors. If your vehicle has a theft-deterrent system, see Content page Theft-Deterrent on...
Page 86 The TRUNK release button is located on the driver’s door trim map pocket. Push this button to open the trunk. The transaxle must be in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) for the remote trunk release button to work. To lock the trunk from inside your vehicle, insert the master key and turn it clockwise to LOCK.
Page 87: Windows
Windows Leaving children in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Page 88: Sun Visors
The power window controls located on the driver’s door armrest operate each of the windows while the ignition is on or while Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. In addition, each passenger door has a control for its own ~ < D ~ + ~ : ~ ~ . J A,.- , l , ;...
Page 89 Theft-Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. Content Theft-Deterrent Your vehicle may have a content theft-deterrent alarm system.
Page 90 The alarm can be tested by following these steps: 1. From inside the vehicle, roll down the driver’s window and open the driver’s door. 2. Activate the system by locking the doors with the power door lock switch while the door with the remote keyless entry transmitter.
Page 91: Theft-Deterrent Systems
PASS-Key@ 111 Operation Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS-Key@ Ill (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft-deterrent system. PASS-Key@ Ill is a passive theft-deterrent system. This means you don’t have to do anything different to arm or disarm the system. It works when you insert or remove the key from the ignition.
Page 92 lose Canadian Owners: If yo?! or danage your only a GM dealer can service PASS-Key@ Ill to have new keys made. To program additional keys you will need two current driver’s keys. You must add a step to the following procedure. After Step 2, repeat Steps 1 and 2 with the second current driver’s key.
Page 93: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break-In Notice: Your vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: Don’t drive at any one speed slow for the first 500 miles (805 km). Don’t make full-throttle starts.
Page 94 LOCK: This the on!y position in which you ca:: remove the key. This position locks your ignition, steering wheel and transaxle. It’s a theft-deterrent feature. Notice: If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can’t turn it, be sure you are using the correct key; if so, is it all the way in? If it is, then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard.
Page 95: Starting Your Engine
Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine won’t start in any other position safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Nofice: Don’t try to shift to PARK (P) if your vehicle is moving.
Page 96 If your vehicle has this feature, 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-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle.
Page 97: Automatic Transaxle Operation
Automatic Transaxle Operation Your automatic transaxle has a shift lever located on the steering column. (P): PARK 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. 2-26 dangerous to get out of your vehicle if shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the...
Page 98 Ensure the shift !ever is fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in RUN. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) as you maintain brake application.
Page 99 AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE ): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: Going less than about 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 100 This vehicle has a PUSH TO RELEASE parking brake pedal. To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot. Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot. If the ignition is in RUN or OFF, the brake system warning light will turn on while the parking brake is set.
Page 101: Shifting Into Park (P)
Shifting Into Pa:rk (P) 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. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
Page 102 Move the lever up as far as it will go. 3. Turn the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P). Engine Running It can be dangerous to leave your the engine running.
Page 103: Shifting Out Of Park (P)
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 104 Things that can burn could touch hot ex ust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t park aver papers: leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn. En,..re exhaust ill. It c ltai the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell.
Page 105: Engine Exhaust
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. Idling the engine with the c...late control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle.
Page 106: Manual Rearview Mirror
Manual 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 dayhight adjustment allows you to adjust the mirror to avoid glare from any headlamps behind you.
Page 107: Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror With Compass
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass Your vehicle may have an automatic dimming rearview mirror with a compass. Your vehicle’s mirror may also contain OnStaP controls. See OnStaP system on page 2-40 for more information. The mirror also includes an eight-point compass display in the upper right corner of the mirror face.
Page 108 The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory. It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if you live outside zone eight. Under certain circumstances, as during a long distance cross-country trip, it will be necessary to adjust for compass variance.
Page 109: Outside Power Mirror
Outside Power Mirror The controls for the outside power mirrors are located on the driver’s door armrest. Press the left or right side of the U R selector switch located beneath the control pad to choose the left or right mirror. To adjust the mirror, press one of the four arrows located on the control pad to move the mirror in the direction you want it to go.
Page 110: Outside Convex Mirror
Outside convex Mirror Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirrocs surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat. 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 111: Onstar@ System
Onstar@ System Onstat-@ uses global positioning system (GPS) satellite technology, wireless communications, and state of the art call centers to provide you with a wide range of safety, security, information and convenience services. An Onstar@ subscription plan is included in the price of your vehicle.
Page 112 QnStar@ Personal C a h g With Onstar@ Personal Calling, you have a safer way to stay connected while driving. It’s a hands-free wireless phone that’s integrated into your vehicle. You can place calls nationwide using voice-activated dialing with no contracts, no roaming charges and no access fees.
Page 113: Homelink@ Transmitter
HomeLink@ Transmitter HomeLink@, a combined universal transmitter and receiver, provides a way to replace up to three hand-held transmitters used to activate devices such as gate operators, garage door openers, entry door locks, security systems and home lighting. Additional HomeLink@ information can be found on the internet at www.homelink.com or by calling 1-800-355-351 5.
Page 114 Transmitter Do not use the HomeLink@ Transmitter with any garage door opener that does not have the “stop and reverse” feature. This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982. Keep the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future HomeLink@ programming.
Page 115 4. The indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly after HomeLink@ successfully receives the frequency signal from the hand-held transmitter. Release both buttons. 5. Press and hold the newly-trained HomeLink@ button and observe the indicator light. If the indicator light stays on constantly, programming is complete and your device should activate when the HomeLink@ button is pressed and released.
Page 116 Programming Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter signals to “time out” or quit after several seconds of transmission. This may not be long enough for HomeLink@ to pick up the signal during programming. Similarly, some U.S. gate operators are manufactured to “time out”...
Page 117 Reprogramming a Single HomeLink@ Button To program a device to HomeLink@ using a HomeLink@ button previously trained, follow these steps: 1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink@ button. Do not release the button. 2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds.
Page 118: Glove Box
Storage Areas Glove Box Use the door key to lock and unlock the glove box. To open, lift the latch release on the left side of the glove box door. Center Console Storage Area Your vehicle has a center console with two storage compartments and cupholders.
Page 119: Sunroof
Sunroof Your vehicle may be equipped with a sunroof. The sunroof has both manual and express features for opening the glass panel and sunshade. The switch for the sunroof is located on the headliner between the sun visors. The sunroof switch has four positions that control the sunroof movement.
Page 120: Memory Seat And Mirrors
Vehicle Personalimati Memory Seat and Mirrors If your vehicle has this feature, the controls are located on the driver’s door panel, and are used to program and recall memory settings for the driver’s seating, outside mirror positions and climate controls. See Climate Control for more information.
Page 121: Vehicle Personalization
To recall your memory positions, your vehicle must be in PARK (P). Push and release the MEMORY button corresponding to the desired driving position. The seat and mirrors will move to the position previously stored for the identified driver. You will hear one beep. To store the exit position for an easy exit, use the following procedure: 1.
Page 122: Instrument Panel
Section 3 Instrument Panel Overview Hazard Warning Flashers ... Other Warning Devices ... Horn ... Tilt Wheel ... Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever Exterior Lamps ... interior Lamps ... Head-Up Display (HUD) ... Accessory Power Outlets ... Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Climate Controls ... 3.23 Climate Control System ...
Page 124: Hazard Warning Flashers
The main components of your instrument pane! are the following: A. Air Outlets B. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons (If Equipped) C. Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever B. Steering Wheel Controls (if Equipped) E. Hazard Warning Flashers F. Instrument Panel Cluster G. Traction Control Button (If Equipped) H.
Page 125: Other Warning Devices
The hazard warning flasher button is located on top of the steering column. Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key isn’t in. Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off.
Page 126 Turn Signal/Multidunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following: Turn and Lane-Change Signals Headlamp !-!igh!Ln?nl-R~am Changer Flash-To-Pass Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer For more information on exterior lamps, see Exterior Lamps on page 3-72. Turn and Lane-Change Signals To signal a turn, move the lever on the left side of the steering wheel all the way up or down.
Page 127 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. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-90. Turn Signal On Chime If your turn signal is left on for more than 0.8 miles -3 km), a chime will sound at each flash of the turn signal.
Page 128 Windshield Wipers The windshield wipers are controlled by turning the band marked WIPER. If your windshield wipers are on for more than six P r n n n n A F A r i > r i n n thn t n r h i l n t r n ~ t y v u u"""y,...
Page 129 RainsenseTM II Wipers If your vehicle has this feature, the moisture sensor is mounted on the interior of the windshield below the rearview mirror and used to automatically operate the wipers. This system operates by monitoring the amount of moisture build-up on the windshield. Wipes occur as needed to clear the windshield depending on the driving conditions and the sensitivity setting.
Page 130 Cruise Control The switches to operate cruise control are located on the steering wheel. With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This is helpful on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h).
Page 131 S c 7 n g Cruise Control - - - leave your c se control on when you’re I O U 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.
Page 132 Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed: Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed. Press the SET/COAST switch, then release it and the accelerator pedal. You’ll now cruise at the higher speed.
Page 133: Exterior Lamps
Exterior Lamps The exterior lamp control buttons are located to the left of the steering (Parking Lamps): Press this button to turn on the parking lamps, together with the following: Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights (Headlamps): Press this button to turn on the headlamps, together with the previously listed lamps and lights.
Page 134 Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before swset.
Page 135 Twilight Sentinel@ Twilight Sentinel@ turns your headlamps on and off by sensing how dark it is outside. The lever for this feature is located to the left of the steering column. To operate it, leave the exterior lamp button off. If you slide the lever all the way to MAX, your headlamps will remain on for about three minutes after you turn off your engine.
Page 136 Light Sensor Your Twilight Sentinel@ and DRL work with the light sensor located on top of the instrument panel. Don’t cover it up. If you do, the sensor will read “dark” and the Twilight Sentinel@ lighting will turn on. Exterior Lighting Battery Saver If the exterior lamp button has been left on, the exterior lamps will turn off approximately 10 minutes after the ignition is turned to LOCK and any door has been...
Page 137 Courtesy Lamps If it is dark enough outside, when any door is opened, several lamps go on. They make it easy for you to enter and leave the vehicle. You can also turn these lamps on by sliding the INTERIOR lever all the way to the top. Entry Lighting If it is dark enough outside when you press the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter,...
Page 138 This feature can be programmed in the on or off mode for each transmitter. If your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Information Center (DIC), you must use to program this feature. See Driver hiormation Center (DIC) off, To turn the feature do the following: 1.
Page 139 Front Reading Lamps The front reading lamps, located on the headliner, are turned on or off by pressing one of the buttons located near each lamp. Inadvertent Power Battery Saver This feature is designed to protect your vehicle’s battery against drainage from the interior lamps, trunk lamp, glove box lamp, cigarette lighters or garage door opener.
Page 140 If the HUD image is too bright, or too high in your field of view, may take you more time to see things you need to see when it's dark outside. Be sure to keep the HUD image dim and placed low in your field of view. If your vehicle is equipped with the Head-Up Display (HUD), you can see some of the driver information that appears on your instrument panel cluster.
Page 141 The HUD controls are located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. 1. Start your engine and slide the HUD dimmer lever all the way up. The brightness of the HUD image is determined by an internal photo-cell, and where you have the HUD dimmer control set.
Page 142 If the ignition is on and you can’t see the HUD image, check to see if: Something is covering the HUD unit. The HUD dimmer lever is adjusted properly. The HUD image is adjusted to the proper height. A fuse is blown. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-90.
Page 143: Ashtrays And Cigarette Lighter
When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with the equipment. Notice: Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty.
Page 144: Climate Controls
Climate Controls Climate Control System With this system you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation for your vehicle. TEMPERATURE: This lever is used to adjust the temperature of the air coming through the system. Moving the lever between COOL and WARM will change the temperature of the air coming through your outlets.
Page 145 OFF: The ventilation system always allows fresh air to flow through your vehicle when it is moving. The system will try to keep the air at a previously chosen temperature. When the system is the blower fan is also off. off, MAX (Maximum Air Conditioning): This mode directs airflow through the instrument panel outlets.
Page 146 Sensors The solar sensor on your vehicle monitors the solar radiation and the air inside of your vehicle, then uses the information to maintain the selected temperature by initiating needed adjustments to the temperature, the fan speed and the air delivery system. The system may also supply cooler air to the side of the vehicle facing the sun.
Page 147: Dual Automatic Climate Control System
Dual Automatic Climate Control System With this system you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation for your vehicle. Automatic Operation AUTO (Automatic): Press the AUTO button for automatic control of the inside temperature, the air delivery mode and the fan speed. 3-26 1.
Page 148 Manual Operation Pressing the FAN or AIR FLOW buttons cancels automatic operation and places the system in manual mode. Press the AUTO button to return to automatic operation. TEMP (Temperature): To manually adjust the temperature inside the vehicle, push the TEMP arrow. Push the TEMP up arrow for warmer temperature settings and the TEMP down arrow for cooler temperature settings.
Page 149 RECIRC (Recirculation): Press this button to limit the amount of outside air coming into the vehicle. It can be used to prevent outside air and odors from entering your vehicle or to help heat or cool the air inside your vehicle more quickly. Press this button to turn the recirculation mode on or off.
Page 150 Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or frost from the rear window. REAR: Press this button to turn the rear window defogger on or off. Be sure to clear as much snow from the rear window as possible.
Page 151: Outlet Adjustment
Outlet Adjustment In vehicles equipped with rear seat outlets, you can adjust the direction of the airflow using the lever in the center of each outlet. Use the thumbwheel located between the outlets to turn them on and off. 3-30 Operation Tips Clear away any ice, snow or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that may...
Page 152: Climate Controls Personalization
Climate Controls Personalization If your vehicle is equipped with this feature, up to two drivers are able to store and recall climate control settings for the temperature, the fan speed and the direction of the airflow. Memory buttons 1 and 2 are located on the driver's door panel and correspond to the numbers 1 or 2 found on the back of each remote keyless entry transmitter.
Page 153: 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 an expensive repair or replacement.
Page 154: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, how much fuel you’re using, and many other things you’ll need to drive safely and economically. Your vehicle is equipped with one of these instrument panel clusters, which includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages.
Page 155 Cluster With Tachometer (United States version shown, Canada similar) 3-34...
Page 156: 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 or kilometers. Press the ENG/MET button which is located to the left of the speedometer to change from mph to km/h.
Page 157: Safety Belt Reminder Light
Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START, a chime will come on for several seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts. The safety belt light will also come for several seconds, then flash for several more. If the driver’s belt is already buckled, neither the chime nor the light will come on.
Page 158: Battery Warning Light
If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle, it means the air bag system may not be working properly. The air bags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle serviced right away if the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your...
Page 159: 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.
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Page 161: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
The traction control system warning light may come on for the following reasons: If you turn the system off by pressing the button located on the end of the gearshift lever, the warning light will come on and stay on. To turn the system back on, press the button again.
Page 162: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Malfunction Indicator Lamp Service Engine Soon Light Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which SERVICE monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission ENGINE control systems. SOON 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 163 If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: Reducing vehicle speed. Avoiding hard accelerations. Avoiding steep uphill grades. If you are towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible. If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see “If the Light Is On Steady”...
Page 164 Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 5-5. Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed. You may notice this as stalling after start-up, stalling when you put the vehicle into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration.
Page 165: Oil Pressure Light
Oil Pressure Light If your vehicle has the standard instrument panel cluster, this light will come on if there is a problem with your vehicle’s engine oil pressure. If your vehicle has the optional gage cluster, you can read your oil pressure directly from the Driver Information Center (DIC).
Page 166: Security Light
Security Light Your vehicle may have a content theft-deterrent alarm system. With this SECU RlTy system; the SECURITY light will flash as you open the door (if your ignition is off). For more information see Content Theft-Deterrent on page 2- 18. Cruise Control Light The CRUISE light comes on when you set the...
Page 167: Fuel Gage
Fuel Gage SERVICE BRAKE ENGINE SOON FUEL United States The fuel gage shows about how much fuel is in your tank. It works only when the ignition is on. When the indicator moves to the edge of the low fuel warning band, the low fuel warning light will come on and a chime will sound.
Page 168: Driver Information Center (Dic)
Driver Information Center (DIC) Your vehicle may be equipped with a Driver Information Center (DIC). The DIC will display information about how your vehicle is functioning, as well as warning messages if a system problem is detected. This feature also allows two different drivers to store and recall their own personal choice settings.
Page 169 FUEL INFO (information): Press this button to display fuel information. Press the FUEL INFO button until the display shows FUEL ECONOMY AVERAGE. Average fuel economy is viewed as a long term approximation of your overall driving conditions. To learn the average fuel economy from a new starting point, press the RESET button while the average fuel economy is displayed in the DIC.
Page 170 Press the GAGE INFO button until the display shows BATTERY STATE. If the voltage is normal the display will show BATTERY STATE NORMAL. If the voltage drops below 10.5 volts, the display will show BATTERY STATE LOW. If the voltage is above 16.2 volts, the display will show BATTERY STATE HIGH.
Page 171: Dic Warnings And Messages
DIC Warnings and Messages Other messages or warnings may appear in the DIC display. Canadian drivers, in addition to the DIC message your DIC will display EXP with a number after it which reflects the following messages: Warning Message (Export ID) TURN SIGNAL STILL ON? ITRUNK AJAR...
Page 172 DIG Vehicle Personalization The DIC can be used to program the following personal choice features available with your vehicle: Automatic Door Locks Window Lock Out Security Feedback Delayed Locking Perimeter Lighting Memory Seats Outside Curb View Assist Mirror Driver ID Language §election The personal choice settings displayed on the DIC are determined by the transmitter used to enter...
Page 173 Use the following steps for personalization programming instructions. 1. Turn the ignition on and keep the transaxle in PARK (P). 2. Inform the DIC which driver you are by pressing the unlock button on your remote keyless entry transmitter or the appropriate memory seat control. 3.
Page 174 If you choose ON for UNLOCK and DRIVER for DOOR TO UNLOCK, only the driver’s door will automatically unlock when shifting into PARK or turning the key to OFF. If you choose ON for UNLOCK and ALL for DOOR TO UNLOCK, all doors will automatically unlock when shifting into PARK or turning the key to OFF.
Page 175 Security Feedback By choosing different combinations of these selections, you can choose the type of transmitter activated feedback when locking and unlocking your vehicle with your transmitter, Each time you make a selection by pressing the ENG/MET button, press the RESET button to record your choice.
Page 176 Press the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter to turn on the DRL (high-beams at reduced intensity), parking lamps and back-up lamps if it is dark enough according to the Twilight Sentinel@. You can control activation of this feature by choosing OFF or ON when the PERIMETER LIGHTS choice is displayed on the DIC.
Page 177 Outside Curb View Assist Mirror If your vehicle has the outside curb view assist mirror, which tips the passenger mirror down while the vehicle is in REVERSE (R), it can be made active or inactive through the DIC. When TILT MIRRORS appears on the display, use the ENG/MET button to toggle the arrow between OFF and ON.
Page 178: Audio System(S)
Notice: Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way radio be sure you can add what you want. If you can, it’s very important to do it properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s engine, Delphi Electronics radio or other systems, and even damage them.
Page 179: Radio With Cd
Radio with CD Playing the Radio PWR (Power): Push this knob to turn the system on and off. VOL (Volume): Turn this knob to increase or to decrease the volume. 3-58 DlSP (Display): Press this button to switch the display between the radio station frequency and the time.
Page 180 Finding a Station BAND: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1, FM2. The display will show your selection. TUNE: Turn this knob to choose a radio station. la SEEK : Press the right or the left arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there.
Page 181 Setting the Tone (Bassnreble) AUDIO: Push and release AUDIO until BASS, MID or TREBLE appears on the display. Then turn the AUDIO knob to increase or to decrease. If a station is weak or noisy, you may want to decrease the treble. To adjust bass, midrange or treble to the middle position, select BASS, MID or TREBLE.
Page 182 sing WDS Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. Using this system, the radio can do the following: Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type of programming, receive announcements concerning local and national emergencies,...
Page 183 SCAN: You can also scan through the channels within a category by performing the following: 1. Press P-TYP. The PTY symbol will be displayed on the screen. 2. Select a category by turning the AUDIO knob. 3. Once the desired category is displayed, press and hold either SEEK arrow, and the radio will begin scanning within your chosen category.
Page 184 TRAF (Traffic): Press this button to seek to a station that broadcasts traffic announcements. TRAF will appear on the display. If no station is found, NO TRAF will appear on the display. When a traffic announcement comes on the current station or on a related network station, you will hear even if the volume is muted or a compact disc is playing.
Page 185 DlSP (Display): Press this button to see which track is playing. Press it again within five seconds to see how long it has been playing. To change what is normally shown on the display (track or elapsed time), press this button until you see the display you want, then hold the button until the display flashes.
Page 186: Radio With Cassette And Cd
Radio with Cassette Radio Data System (RDS): Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System (RDS). features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type of programming, receive announcements concerning local and national emergencies, display messages from radio stations, and...
Page 187 Playing the Radio PWR (Power): Push this knob to turn the system on and off. VOL (Volume): Turn this knob to increase or to decrease the volume. SCV (Speed-Compensated Volume): With SCV, your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive.
Page 188 Finding a Station BAND: Press this button to switch between AM, FM, FM2, or XMI, XM2 (USA only, if your radio is equipped with XMTM Satellite Radio Service). The display will show your selection. TUNE: Turn this knob to choose a radio station. ia SEEK Dl Press the right or the left arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there.
Page 189 Setting the Tone (BassTTreble) AUDIO: Push and release AUDIO until BASS, MID or TREBLE appears on the display. Then turn the AUDIO knob to increase to decrease. If a station is weak or noisy, you may want to decrease the treble. To adjust bass, midrange or treble to the middle position, select BASS, MID or TREBLE.
Page 190 Finding a PTY Station (RDS and X To select and find a desired PTY perform the following: 1. Press P-TYP. The PTY symbol will be displayed on the screen. 2. Select a category by turning the AUDIO knob. 3. Once the desired category is displayed, press either SEEK arrow to select the category and take you to the category's first station.
Page 191 RDS Messages ALERT!: Alert warns of local or national emergencies. When an alert announcement comes on the current radio station, ALERT! will appear on the display. You will hear the announcement, even if the volume is muted or a cassette tape or compact disc is playing. If a cassette tape or compact disc is being used, play will stop during the announcement.
Page 192 Radio Messages CAL (CALIBRATE): Your audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. If this message appears on the display it means that your radio has not been configured properly for your vehicle and must be returned to the dealership for service. Radio Display Action Message...
Page 193 Radio Display Message Channel not in service Off Air CH Unavail Channel no longer available No Info Artist Name/Feature not available No Info Song/Program Title not available No Info Category Name not available Info No Textllnformational message available Not Found No channel available for the chosen category 3-72...
Page 194 Radio Display Message XM Locked Radio ID Radio ID label (channel 0) Unknown Radio ID not known (should only be if Radio XMTM Messages (cont’d) Condition The XM receiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle. For security purposes, XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles.
Page 195 Playing a Cassette Tape The longer side with the tape visible should face to the right. If the ignition and the radio are on, the tape can be inserted and will begin playing. If you hear nothing or hear a garbled sound, the tape may not be in squarely.
Page 196 Cassette Tape Messages If an error message appears while trying to play a cassette tape, it could be for one of the following reasons: TIGHT TAPE: The tape is tight and the player can’t turn the tape hubs. Remove the tape. Hold the tape with the open end down and try to turn the right hub counterclockwise with a pencil.
Page 197 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 the eject button or DISP. If you turn off the ignition or radio with a disc in the player, it will stay in the player.
Page 198 Compact Disc Era CHECK CD: If this message appears on the radio display, it could be due to one of the following reasons: You’re driving on a very rough road. When the road becomes smoother, the disc should play. The disc is dirty, scratched, wet or upside down. The air is very humid.
Page 199 You must first load the magazine with discs before you can play a compact disc. Each of the 12 trays holds one disc. Slide the button on the top of the magazine and gently pull out one of the trays. Load the trays from top to bottom, placing a disc on the tray label side up.
Page 200 Close the door by sliding it all the way to the right. When the door is closed, the changer will begin checking for discs in the magazine. This will continue for up to one and a half minutes depending on the number of discs loaded.
Page 201 Playing a Compact Disc If an error appears on the display, see "Compact Disc Errors" later in this section. (Reverse): Press and hold this pushbutton to quickly reverse within a track. As the CD reverses, elapsed time will be displayed to help you find the correct passage.
Page 202 Compact Disc Errors (Error): If this message and a number appear on the display, an error has occurred. If the error occurred while trying to play a CD in the compact disc player or changer, the following conditions may have caused the error: E30: You’re driving on a very rough road.
Page 203: Theft-Deterrent Feature
Theft-Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCK@ is designed to discourage theft of your radio. It works by using a secret code to disable all radio functions whenever battery power is removed and the radio is placed in a different vehicle. This feature requires no user input to be activated. It is automatically armed when it is put into the vehicle for the first time.
Page 204 VOb (Volume) Press the up or down arrow increase or decrease volume. SEEK : Press the up arrow to seek to the next station and the down arrow to seek to the previous station. The sound will mute while seeking. When playing a cassette tape or a compact disc, press the up arrow to hear the next selection.
Page 205: Care Of Your Cassette Tape Player
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight and extreme heat. If they aren’t, they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player.
Page 206 Care of Your CB Handle discs carefully. Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust. If the surface of a disc is soiled, dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent solution and clean it, wiping from the center to the edge.
Page 207: Xm Satellite Radio Antenna System
If, when you turn on your rear window defogger, you hear static on your radio station, it could mean that a defogger grid line has been damaged. If this is true, the grid line must be repaired. If you choose to add an aftermarket cellular telephone to your vehicle, and the antenna needs to be attached to the glass, be sure that you do not damage the grid lines for the AM-FM antennas or place the cellular...
Page 208: Driving Your Vehicle
Section 4 Your Driving. the Road. and Your Vehicle ... 4-2 Defensive Driving Drunken Driving ... Control of a Vehicle ... Braking ... 4-6 Traction Control System (TCS) Steering Off-Road Recovery Passing Loss of Control ... 4-15 Driving at Night ... Driving in Rain and Wet Roads ...
Page 209: Your Driving. The Road. And Your Vehicle
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle 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: They Are for Everyone on page 1-8. Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.”...
Page 210 Drunken 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 211 According to the American Medical Association, a 180 Ib (82 kg) person who drinks three 12 ounce (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0.06 percent. The person would reach the same BAC by drinking three 4 ounce (1 20 ml) glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1 (45 ml) of a liquor like whiskey, gin or vodka.
Page 212 But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC 0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0.05 percent, and that the effects are worse at night. All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0.05 percent. Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0.05 percent or above.
Page 213: 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 214 Avoid needless heavy braking. Sone 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 215 Let’s say the road is wet and you’re driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes and continue braking. 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 216 Remember: Anti-iock 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 217 This light should come on briefly when you start the engine. If TRACTION OFF1 comes on while you are driving, there’s a problem with your traction control system. See Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light on page When this warning light is on, the system will 3-39.
Page 218: Steering
Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer will take much more effort. Steering Tips Driving on Curves It’s important to take curves at a reasonable speed. A lot of the “driver lost control”...
Page 219 Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you.
Page 220: Passing
You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the . I -1 :.”I. rbcUve!iy PaVelllerli, SllUUlU l d l l l y CClDy. accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement.
Page 221 Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you’re following a larger vehicle. Also, you won’t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops.
Page 222: Loss Of Control
Loss of Control Let’s review what driving experts say about what when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) don’t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked. In any emergency, don’t give up. Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger.
Page 223: 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 224 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 225: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
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-to-road traction isn’t as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get even less traction.
Page 226 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 the Wet brakes can cause accidents.
Page 227 Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you’re going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road. Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often.
Page 228: City Driving
City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the e!-! ??!??ell!?! t!-=lEk them. YE!’!! \!!E!!?! what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going.
Page 229: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. 4-22 The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving.
Page 230: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move slightly slower at night. When you want to leave the freeway, move to the proper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, do not, under any circumstances, stop and Sack up.
Page 231: Highway Hypnosis
Highway Hypnosis there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy.
Page 232 if you drive regularly in steep country, or if you're planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle.
Page 233: 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. 4-26 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 234 4-27...
Page 235 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 Braking page 4-6. Allow greater following distance on any slippery road.
Page 236 Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: Turn on your hazard flashers. Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats...
Page 237: If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud
Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little faster than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged.
Page 238 Notice: Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires. If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth, you can destroy your transaxle. See “Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out.” For information about using tire chains on your vehicle, page see Tire Chains on...
Page 239: Towing
Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-5. If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes (such as behind a motorhome), see “Recreational Vehicle Towing”...
Page 240 Your vehicle can be towed using a dolly. To tow your vehicle using a dolly, follow these steps: 1. Put the front wheels on the dolly. - 1 , iire t r ) . veil;& rnnn 3. Set the parking brake and then remove the key. 4.
Page 241 The other label is the Certification label, 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 242 If you put things inside your vehicle tools, packages, or anything else as the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they’ll keep going. Things you put inside your vehicle and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash.
Page 243: Towing A Trailer
Towing a Trailer If you d-..’t use the correct equipmer., and drive properly, you can lose control when you pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work well at all. You and your passengers could be seriously injured.
Page 244 You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or driven. Your engine, xmx?, Buick Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33136 Detroit, MI 48232-51 36 In Canada, write to: General Motors of Canada Limited...
Page 245 Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle.
Page 246 Hitches It’s important to have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you’ll need the right hitch. Here are some rules to follow: he rear bumper on your vehicle is not intended for hitches.
Page 247 Trailer Wiring Harness All of the electrical circuits required for your trailer lighting system can be accessed at the driver’s side rear lamp connector. This connector is located under the carpet on the rear corner of the trunk compartment. Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience.
Page 248 Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand. Then, to move the trailer to the left, just move that hand to the left. To move the trailer to the right, move your hand to the right. Always back up slowly and, if possible, have someone guide you.
Page 249 Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shift down, you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well. On a long uphill grade, shift down to THIRD (3) and reduce your speed to around 45 mph (70 km/h) to reduce the possibility of engine and transaxle...
Page 250 When You Are Ready to Leave Aft Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: start your engine, shift into a gear, and release the parking brake. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3.
Page 251 NOTES 4-44...
Page 252: Service And Appearance Care
Section 5 Service Doing Your Own Service Work ... Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Fuel ... Gasoline Octane Gasoline Specifications ... California Fuel ... Additives Fuels in Foreign Countries ... Filling Your Tank ... Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood Hood Release ...
Page 253 Section 5 Tire Chains If a Tire Goes Flat ... Changing a Flat Tire Compact Spare Tire Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle ... 5-81 Care of Safety Belts Weatherstrips Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle Sheet Metal Damage Finish Damage Underbody Maintenance ...
Page 255 You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you Maintenance perform. See Part E: You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper replacement parts...
Page 256: Service
Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle. Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher. If the octane is less than 87, you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive.
Page 257: California Fuel
California Fuel If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards (see the underhood emission control label), it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications. If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards, your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications, but emission control system performance may be affected.
Page 258 If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard to find. Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel wouldn’t be covered by your warranty.
Page 259 While refueling, hang the tethered fuel cap from the hook on the fuel door. To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). The fuel cap has a spring in it; if you let go of the cap too soon, to the right.
Page 260 When you put the fuel cap back on, turn it to the right (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed.
Page 261 Checking Things Under the Ho-d An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. 5-1 0 Things that burn can get on hot e- ,ine parts and start a fire.
Page 262: Hood Release
Hood Release To open the hood, do the following: 1. Pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle. It next to the parking brake pedal near the floor. located Then go to the front of the vehiele and p t l l l - up on the secondary hood release.
Page 263: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the engine, you’ll see the following:...
Page 264 A. Engine Compartment Fuse Block B. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir C. Remote Positive Terminal D. Engine Coolant Recovery Tank E. Radiator Pressure Cap Engine Oil Dipstick G. Engine Oil Fill Cap H. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick I. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir J.
Page 265 Checking Engine Oil It’s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick is located right behind the engine fans and in front of the engine oil filler cap.
Page 266 If the oil is at or below the cross-hatched area at the tip of the dipstick, then you’ll need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This part explains what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see Capacities and Specifications on page 5-98.
Page 267 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. If you choose to perform the engine oil change service yourself, be sure...
Page 268: Engine Oil
Notice: Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty. GM Goodwrench@ oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle.
Page 269 When to Change Engine Oil (Vehicles with the GM Oil Life SystemTM) If so equipped, your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter. This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature, and not on mileage.
Page 270: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. Don’t let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner.
Page 271 2. Remove the air intake hose that is snapped over the throttle body by pulling the hose upward and away from the throttle body which near the top of the engine. 5-20 4. After detaching the hose from the throttle body, pull back the entire rear portion of the engine air cleaner/filter housing by pulling upward and rearward.
Page 272 5. Check or replace the engine air cleaner/filter. 6. Reinstall the rear section the engine air cleaner/filter housing. 7. Reconnect the electrical connector. 8. Reattach the air intake hose by snapping it back e!?!e +?e !?e&. t!?rett!e 9. Refasten the latches to the engine air cleanedfilter housing cover.
Page 273: Automatic Transaxle Fluid
Automatic Transaxle Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid oil is level is when the engine 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...
Page 274 Prepare your vehicle as follows: Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running. With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever in PARK (P). With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear range, pausing for about three seconds in each range.
Page 275 How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-23 If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level into the cross-hatched area on the dipstick.
Page 276 Notice: When adding coolant, it is important that you use only DEX-COOL@ (silicate-free) coolant. If coolant other than DEX-COOL@ is added to the system, premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion may result. In addition, the engine coolant will require change sooner at 30,000 miles (50,000 km) or 24 months, whichever occurs first.
Page 277 Checking Coolant The engine coolant recovery tank is located in the engine compartment on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-72 for more information on location. 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.
Page 279: Engine Overheating
Engine Overheating You will find a warning light about a hot engine as well as an engine coolant temperature gage on your vehicle’s instrument panel cluster. If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine 5-28 Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood.
Page 280 l i s If No Steam Csrning From Your Engine If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you: Climb a long hill on a hot day.
Page 281: Cooling System
Cooling System When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: A. Coolant Recovery Tank B. Radiator Pressure Cap C. Electric Engine Cooling Fans 5-30 An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you.
Page 282 The coolant level should be at or above the FULL COLD mark when the engine is cold. The coolant level should be at the FULL HOT mark under normal operating conditions. If it isn’t, you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system.
Page 283 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank ly plain l.._.ter to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. Your vehicle’s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture.
Page 284 If the overheat warning continues, there’s one more thing you can try. You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator, but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it. Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly.
Page 285 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. (Don’t press down while turning the pressure cap.) If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop.
Page 286 3. Remove the 3800 Series ii V6 engine cover shield to access the bleed valve. 3.1. Clean the area around the engine oil fill tube and cap before removing. Twist the oil fill tube, with cap attached, counterclockwise and remove it. 3.2.
Page 287 5. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX-COOL@ coolant mixture, up to the base of the filler neck. See Engine Coolant on page 5-24 for more information about the proper coolant mixture. If you see a stream of coolant coming from an air bleed valve, close the valve.
Page 288 10. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fans. 11. By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower. if the level is lower, add more of the proper DEX-COOL@ coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck.
Page 289: Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid The power steering fluid reservoir is located below the generator and behind the accessory drive belt in the rear of the engine compartment on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. 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 you hear an unusual noise.
Page 290 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. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5- 12 for reservoir location.
Page 291: Brakes
Brakes Brake Fluid Your master cylinder reservoir is on the driver’s side of the engine compartment. It is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down.
Page 292 What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid. Refer to Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-23. Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only. Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing keep dirt from enterir he reservoir.
Page 293 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 294: Battery
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-quality GM brake parts. When you replace parts of your braking system example, when your brake linings wear down and you need new ones put in...
Page 295 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 must be secured to the floor pan (E).
Page 296: Jump Starting
Jump Starting If your vehicle’s battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to use the steps below to do it safely. Batteries can hurt ’hey can because: They contain acid that can burn you.
Page 297 Notice: If you leave your radio on, it could be badly damaged. The repairs wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. 3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or in the accessory power outlet(s). Turn off the radio and all lamps that aren’t needed.
Page 298 Usi.,, a mao. 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@ battery installed in your new vehicle.
Page 299 7. Connect the red 8. Don’t let the other end 5-48 positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the dead battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery.
Page 300 Connect the other end Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run of the negative (-) the engine for a while. cable at least 18 inches Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery. (45 cm) away from the If it won’t start after a few tries, it probably needs dead battery, but not service.
Page 301 Jumper Cable Removal A. Dead Battery or Remote Positive (+) Terminal B. Good Battery or Remote Positive (+) and Remote Negative (-) Terminals C. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part or Remote Negative (-) Terminal 5-50 To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1.
Page 302: Headlamp Aiming
Aiming Your vehicle has a visual optical headlamp aiming system equipped with horizontal aim indicators. The aim has been preset at the factory and should need no further Qrlil Thio thnl Inh trtrnnnt ir t v l n t r a n I , I I U , , U ”...
Page 303: Headlamp Horizontal Aiming
Headlamp aiming is done with the vehicle low beam lamps. The high beam lamps will be correctly aimed if the low beam lamps are aimed properly. The headlamp aiming devices are under the hood near the headlamps. If you believe your headlamps need horizontal (IeWright) adjustment, follow the horizontal aiming procedure.
Page 304 Notice: Horizontal aiming must be performed before making any adjustments to the vertical aim. Adjusting the vertical aim first will result in an incorrect headlamp aim. 1. Find the aim dot on the lens of the low beam lamps. # - - - - - 2.
Page 305 4. Turn on the low-beam headlamps and place a piece of cardboard or equivalent in front of the headlamp not being aimed. This should allow only the beam of light from the headlamp being aimed to be seen on the flat surface. Notice;...
Page 306: Halogen Bulbs
For the type of bulb to use, see Replacement Bulbs on page 5-59. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. Halogen Bulbs Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured.
Page 307: Front Turn Signal Lamps
3. Remove the headlamp assembly to access the bulbs. Turn the bulb retainer counterclockwise to remove it from the bulb assembly. Pull the old bulb straight out from the retainer. Push the new bulb straight into the retainer. Reverse Steps 1 through 4 to reinstall the headlamp assembly.
Page 308 4. Loosen and remove the bolts that hold the assembly in place. 5. Pull out the bulb assembly. 6. Turn the bulb socket 7. Pull the bulb socket straight out of the assembly. 8. Remove the old bulb by pulling it straight out. 9.
Page 309: Taillamps And Back-Up Lamps
Taillamps and Back-up Lamps 1. Open the trunk. Loosen and remove the seven fasteners that hold the taillamp assembly in place. The assembly for both sides is one piece. The entire piece must be removed to replace any bulbs. 5-58 2.
Page 310 3. Push in the tab and turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it. 4. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out. 5. Replace the bulb and reverse the steps to install the assembly. 5-59...
Page 311: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking. See “Wiper Blade Owner Check” under Part B: Checks and Services page 6- 7 7 for more information. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways.
Page 312: Tires
Your new vehicle comes with high-quality a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your Buick Warranty booklet for details. Poorly maintained and in ‘operly used tires are dangerous.
Page 313: Inflation - Tire Pressure
Inflation Tire Pressure The Tire-Loading Information label, which is on the rear edge of the driver’s door, shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km).
Page 314: Check Tire Pressure System
Check Tire Pressure System If your vehicle has the check tire pressure system, it can alert you to a large change in the pressure of one tire. The system won’t alert you before you drive that a tire is low or flat. You must begin driving before the system will work properly.
Page 315: Tire Inspection And Rotation
Don’t reset the check tire pressure system without first correcting the cause of the problem and checking and adjusting the pressure in all four tires. If you reset the system when the tire pressures are incorrect, the check tire pressure system will not work properly and may not alert you when a tire is low or high.
Page 316 Don’t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire-Loading Information label. Reset the check tire pressure system, if equipped. See Check Tire Pressure System on page Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened.
Page 317: 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 318: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A 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.
Page 319: 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 320 Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces. If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original equipment parts.
Page 321: Tire Chains
Tire Chains Notice: Use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use only SAE Class 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. Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 322: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard warning flashers. Changing a tire can cause an injury. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you -or other people.
Page 323 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you’ll need is located in the trunk. 1. Pull the carpeting from the floor of the trunk. 2. Lift and remove the cover. 3. Remove the compact spare tire. See Compact Spare Tire on page 5-80 for more information about the compact spare.
Page 324 Removing the Wheel Covers and Wheel Nut Caps If your vehicle has an aluminum wheel with a center cover that hides the wheel nuts, remove the center cover by usin9 the flat end of the wheel wrench If your vehicle has a wheel cover, remove it by using the flat end of the wheel wrench.
Page 325 3. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the jack head until it fits under the vehicle. 5-74 4. Put the jack into a notch in the frame which is located near each wheel well. The front notch is eight inches (20 cm) back from the front wheel well. The rear notch is three inches (8 cm) forward from the rear wheel well.
Page 326 ttir under a ~ - r i c l e whe-. dangerous. If the vehicle slips could be badly injured or killed. a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall.
Page 327 7. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, and spare wheel. Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident.
Page 328 I . Tighten the firmly in a crisscross sequence. Incorrect wheel nuts or iL,,groperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts.
Page 329 Storing the Flat Tire and Tools Sto. ..dg a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. After you’ve put the compact spare tire on your vehicle, you’ll need to store the flat tire in your trunk.
Page 330 Storimg a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment 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 331: 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 332: Appearance Care
appearance care Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flames if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space.
Page 333 Here are some cleaning tips: Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. Clean up stains as soon as you can they set. Carefully scrape off any excess stain. Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area often.
Page 334 Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth. Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You may have to do this more than once. Things like tar, asphalt shoe polish will stain if you don’t get them off quickly. Use a clean cloth and vinyl/leather cleaner.
Page 335: Care Of Safety Belts
Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry. Do nc )le: -ye safet! I 01 it may severely weaken them. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water. Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak.
Page 336 Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under “Washing Your Vehicle.’’ Care Finish Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish.
Page 337: Sheet Metal Damage
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels Your vehicle may be equipped with either aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. 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.
Page 338: Underbody Maintenance
Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these are not removed, accelerated corrosion (rust) can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection.
Page 339 GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials (cont’d) Description Chrome and Wire Wheel Cleaner Finish Enhancer fine scratches and Swirl Remover Polish Cleaner Wax Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss 5-88 GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials (cont’d) Descrbtion Medium foaming shampoo. Cleans and Wash Wax Concentrate lightly waxes.
Page 340: Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)
Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) SAMPLE4UX1 M072675 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.
Page 341: 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 342 Engine Compartment Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located near the front on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5- 12 for more information on location. Lift the cover to gain access. On some vehicles, there may be an additional cover that you will need to lift to gain access to the fuses.
Page 343 Fuses Usage Powertrain Control Module Battery Right High-Beam Headlamp Left High-Beam Headlamp Ignition 1 Not Used Transaxle Cruise Control Direct Ignition System Injector Bank #2 Not Used Not Used Powertrain Control Module Ignition Oxygen Sensor Injector Bank #I Auxiliary Power Cigarette Lighter Fog Lamps/Daytime Running Lamps Horn...
Page 344: Removing The Rear Seat Cushion
Fuses Usage Not Used Empty Not Used Cooling Fan i Cooling Fan 2 Spare Spare Spare Spare Spare Fuse Puller Removing the Rear Seat Cushion Notice: The battery and main fuse blocks are located under the rear seat cushion. The battery’s ground terminal and some relay wires are exposed.
Page 345 1. Buckle the center passenger position safety belt, then route the safety belts through the proper slots in the seat cushion. Don’t let the safety belts get twisted. 5-94 2. Slide the rear of the cushion up and under the seatback so the rear-locating guides hook into the wire loops on the back frame.
Page 346 The rear fuse block is located beneath the rear seat on the driver’s side. The rear seat cushion must be removed to access the fuse block. See Removing the Rear Seat Cushion page 5-93. Usage Fuses Fuel Pump HVAC Blower Memory Assemblv-Line Diaqnostic Link Not Used...
Page 347 Fuses Usage Not Used Right Parking Lamp Vent Solenoid Ignition 1 Left Parking Lamp Dimmer Satellite Digital Radio Left Front Heated Seat Not Used Rear Door Module Stoplamp ParMReverse Audio Retained Accessory Power (RAP) Not Used Not Used Passenger Door Module Body Interior Lamps Not Used...
Page 348 Relays Usage Not Used Ignition 3 Fuel Tank Door Release Interior Lamps Trunk Release Front Courtesy Lamps Not Used Electronic Level Control (ELC) Circuit Usage Breakers Power Seats Power Windows Relays Usage Cigar Rear Defogger Usage Fuses Not Used Rear Defog Not Used Audio Amplifier Electronic Level Control (ELC)
Page 349: Capacities And Specifications
Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 5-98 conversions. Please refer to for more information. 6-23 Capacities Engine Specifications...
Page 350: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Norma! Maintenance Rep!acement Parts Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Windshield Wiper Blades 22 inches (56.0 cm) Length Shepherd’s Hook Type *ACDelco@ part number 5-99...
Page 352 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Introduction Your Vehicle and the Environment ... 6-2 Maintenance Requirements How This Section is Organized Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services ... 6-4 Using Your Maintenance Schedule ... Selecting the Right Schedule Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance ... 6-6 -tong TripAiighway Scheduled Maintenance Part B: Owner Checks and...
Page 353: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule Introduction IMPORTANT: KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGE AS ECOMMENDED 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. Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the...
Page 354: How This Section Is Organized
How This Section is Organized This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” explains what to have done and how often. Some of these services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should let your dealer’s service department or another qualified service center do these jobs.
Page 355: Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services In this part are scheduled maintenance services which are to be performed at the mileage intervals specified. Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’ll drive it.
Page 356 First you’ll need to decide which of the two schedules is right for your vehicle. Here’s how to decide which schedule to follow: Short TripKity 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 miles (8 km).
Page 357 Long Trip/Highway Definition Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance are true. Do not use this schedule if the vehicle is used for trailer towing, driven in a dusty area or used off paved roads. Use the Short Trip/City schedule for these conditions Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions will cause engine oil to break...
Page 358 Footnotes The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle’s useful life. We, however, urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded.
Page 359 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) Rotate tires. See Tire lnspection and Rotation on page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 360 36,000 !!Ai!es (60 000 km) U Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 361 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) Rotate tires. See Tire lnspection and Rotation on page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 362 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) Rotate tires. See Tire lnspection and Rotation on page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote 0.) (See footnote 81,000 Miles (1 35 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 363 100,000 Miles (1 66 000 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: In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher.
Page 364 * If your vehicle has the GM Oil Life System computer system lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter. This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature, and not on mileage. Eased on driving conditions, the mileage at which an oil change will be indicated can vary considerably.
Page 365 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 366 60,000 Mi!es (100 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) 0 Rotate tires. See Tire lnspection and Rotation on page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 367 100,000 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: In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher.
Page 369: 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 370 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. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake.
Page 371 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 372 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 depariment or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Page 373: Fuel System Inspection
Fuel System Inspection Inspect the complete fuel system for damage or leaks. Engine Cooling System Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser.
Page 374 Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer. Usage Engine Oil Gasoline Engines starburst symbol of the proper viscosity. To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see Engine Oil on page 5- 13.
Page 375: Part E: Maintenance Record
Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. 6-24 Maintenance Record...
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Page 377 Maintenance Recorc (cont’d) Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Record _____________I Reading 6-26...
Page 378: Customer Assistance Information
Section 7 Customer Assistance Information ... 7-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ... Off ices ... Customer Assistance GM Mobility Program for Persons Disabilities Roadside Assistance Program ... Customer Assistance Information Courtesy Transportation ... Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government ...
Page 379: Customer Assistance Information
Information 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 380: Telephone (Tty) Users
Telephone (TTY) Users To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones Buick has TTY equipment available at its Customer Any TTY user can Assistance Center. with Buick by dialing: 1-800-83-BUlCK. (TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.)
Page 381: Customer Assistance Off Ices
Customer Assistance Off ices Buick encourages customers to call the toil-free number for assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes to write to Buick, the letter should be addressed to Buick’s Customer Assistance Center. United States Buick Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33136...
Page 382: With Disabilities
1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) for details. All TTY users call 1-800-263-3830. R~adside Assistance Program Buick Motor Division is proud to offer Buick Premium Roadside Assistance to customers for vehicles covered under the 3 year/36,000 mile (60 000 km) new car warranty (whichever occurs first).
Page 383: Roadside Assistance Program
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Vehicle license plate number Buick reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when, in Buick’s judgement, the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence. While we hope you never have the occasion to use our service, it is added security while traveling for you and your family.
Page 384 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 385: Courtesy Transportation
Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, reimbursement up to $30 per day (five days maximum) may be available for the use of public transportation such a s taxi or bus. In addition, should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative, reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses up to $10 per day (five day maximum may be available).
Page 387: Service Publications Ordering Information
Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $120.00 Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments, and specifications for GM transmissions, transaxles, and transfer cases.
Page 388 11-L...
Page 390 Accessory Power Outlets Additional Program Information Additives. Fuel ... Add-on Electrical Equipment ... Adjusting the Speakers (Ba!ance/Fade) Air Bag Readiness Light ... Air Bag Systems How Does an Air Bag Restrain? ... Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle ... 1-61 What Makes an Air Bag Inflate? What Will You See After an Air Bag Inflates? ...
Page 391: Bulb Replacement
Automatic Transaxle Fluid ... Operation Automatic Transaxle Check Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check ... Backing Battery ... Battery Load Management ... Battery Replacement ... Battery Warning Light ... Before Leaving on a Long Trip Body Lubrication Service ... Brake Parking ...
Page 392: Checking Things Under The Hood
Check Engine Light ... Tire Pressure System Checking Coolant ... Checking Engine Oil ... Checking Things Under the Hood ... Checking Your Restraint Systems Chemical Paint Spotting ... Child Restraints Child Restraint Systems Infants and Young Children Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) Older Children ...
Page 393: Reporting Safety Defects
Customer Assistance Information Courtesy Transportation ... Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users Customer Assistance Offices ... Customer Satisfaction Procedure ... GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities ... Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors ... 7-9 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government ...
Page 395 Fluid Automatic Transaxle ... Power Steering ... Windshield Washer FM Stereo Following Distance ... Footnotes ... Front Reading Lamps Fuel ... Additives California Fuel ... Filling a Portable Fuel Container ... 5-9 Filling Your Tank Fuels in Foreign Countries ... Gage ...
Page 396 Hitches HomeLink Transmitter, Programming HomeLink**R** Transmitter Hood Checking Things Under ... Release ... Horn ... How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank How to Add Coolant to the Radiator How to Add Fluid ... How to Check ... How to Check Power Steering Fluid How to Use This Manual How to Wear Safety Belts Properly...
Page 397 Key Lock Cylinders Service ... Key Reminder Warning Keyless Entry System Keys Lamps Exterior Interior ... Language Selection ... Lap Belt Lap-Shoulder Belt ... LATCH System Child Restraints ... Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System Leather Leaving Your Vehicle ... Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running Light...
Page 398 Maintenance. Normal Replacement Parts Maintenance Schedule At Each Fuel Fill At Least Once a Month At Least Once a Year At Least Twice a Year Brake System Inspection Engine Cooling System Inspection Exhaust System Inspection ... 6-22 Fuel System Inspection How This Section is Organized ...
Page 399 New Vehicle Break-In Normal Maintenance Replacement Odometer Off-Road Recovery Engine ... Pressure Light ... Older Children, Restraints ... Onstar@ Personal Calling Onstar@ Services ... Onstar@ System Onstar@ Virtual Advisor ... Other Warning Devices ... Outlet Adjustment ... Outside Automatic Dimming Heated Mirror ...
Page 400 Playing a Cassette Tape ... Playing a Compact Disc Playing the Radio Power Accessory Outlets Door Locks Electrical System ... Lumbar Controls Seat Steering Fluid Windows Power Steering Programmable Automatic Door Locks ... 2-1 1 Programming the HomeLink Transmitter Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ... 1-12 .
Page 401 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash ... Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government ... General Motors ... United States Government ... Reprogramming a Single HomeLink@ Button ... Resetting Defaults ... Restraint System Check ... Checking Your Restraint Systems ... 1-62 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash ...
Page 402 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System Rear Seat Position Right Front Seat Position ... Security Feedback ... Security Light Selecting the Right Schedule, Maintenance ... 6-5 Sensors Service Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Doing Your Own Work Engine Soon Light Publications Ordering Information Vehicle Soon Light...
Page 403 Tachometer ... Taillamps Back-up Lamps Turn Signal, and Stoplamps ... TCS Warning Light ... Testing the Alarm ... Theater Dimming ... Theft-Deterrent, Radio Theft-Deterrent Systems Content Theft-Deterrent PASS-Key@ Ill ... PASS-Key@ Ill Operation ... Throttle System Inspection ... Tilt Wheel ... Tire Inflation Check Ti res Buying New Tires ...
Page 404 Underbody Flushing Service Understanding Radio Reception Uniform Tire Quality Grading United States ... 7-4 Used Replacement Wheels Using Cleaner on Fabric Using HomeLink@ ... 2-45 Using Vehicle Control Damage Warnings ... Loading Service Soon Light Symbols ... Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ... senrice P2rtc !den?Ific2tiG-! ?_?he! ...
Page 405 Safety Belts Work Window Lock Out Windows Power Windshield and Wiper Blades ... 5-85 Windshield Washer Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield Wipers ... Winter Driving ... Wiper Activated Headlamps 2-1 7. 2-53 Wiper Blade Check 2-16 What to Use 2-17...
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Buick 2003 LeSabre Owner's Manual

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