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Page 3: Table Of Contents
This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use............Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Buick for assistance and how to get service publications. It also gives you information on “Reporting Safety Defects” on page 8-7.................
Page 4 For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Buick Motor French Language Manual: Division whenever it appears in this manual.
Page 6 Buick’s chief engineer, Walter L. Marr (left), and success, Durant created a Thomas Buick, son of founder David Dunbar Buick, holding company, drove the first Flint Buick in a successful Flint-Detroit September 16, 19081. round trip in July 1904. called General Motors.
Page 7 Buick was the only car to by the French government. complete a 1,000-mile Chicago-to-New York race in 1906. And a Buick was the first car to travel across As a builder of premier automobiles, Buick was hard hit South America, driven from Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Page 8 Dynaflow, was introduced in the 1948 Roadmaster. Buick’s famous “portholes” came along in 1949. I953 Skylurk Motor Trend magazine named the 1962 Buick Special 1949 Roadmuter “Car of the Year.” The first production V-6 engine was used in the Special.
Page 9 I962 Buick Special Ed Mertz, General Managel; Buick Motor Division Built inside the walls of the old buildings in Buick’s Our mission is simple: former Flint complex, which forrned the cornerstone of “Buick will provide Premium American Motorcars General Motors, Buick City is a state-of-the-art backed with services that exceed our customers’...
Page 10 How to Use This Manual CAUTION: Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features These mean there is something that could hurt and controls for your vehicle.
Page 11 Vehicle Damage Warnings not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly. But the notice will tell you what to do to help Also, in this book you will find these notices: avoid the damage. When you read other manuals, you might see NOTICE: CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words.
Page 12 Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle. For example, These symbols These symbols These symbols These symbols Here are some these symbols are important have to do with are on some of are used on other symbols are used on an for you and...
Page 13: Seats And Restraint Systems
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your Move the lever under tne Buick and how to use your safety belts properly. You front seat to the left to unlock it. Slide the seat to...
Page 14 -ewer aeaI: (uption, Center Control (C): Move the seat forward or backward by holding the control to the right or left. Raise or lower the seat by holding the control up or down. Rear Control (R): Raise the rear of the seat by holding the switch up.
Page 15 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-because it won't be against your body. Instead, will be in front of you.
Page 16 Yead Restraints Folding Second Seat or down so that the top of the Slide the head restraint .restraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. Folding Ret Seats To add more cargo room, the seatback of your rear second and optional rear-facing third seats can be easily folded down.
Page 17 Folding Third Seat (Option) 2 . Pull the seatback toward the rear of the vehicle, then push it down to the locked position. To lower the rear-facing third seatback: Open the liftgate and seat release lever lift the located at the lower corner of the storage compartment on the passenger side.
Page 18 3. Lower the storage compartment lid. To raise the rear-facing third seatback: If your vehicle is equipped with a roll-up cargo cover, must be removed before raising the seatback. 1. Open the liftpate and lift the storage compartment lid. 2. Fold it forward against the seatback.
Page 19 3. Press down on the seat release levers (one on each 4. Push the seatback all the way up until it locks in the side of the seat), and allow the seatback to pop up. upright position. Push back and forth on the seatback to be sure it is locked in place.
Page 20 Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone Your car has light that comes on as a reminder to use This part of the manual tells you how safety belts to buckle up. (See “Safety properly. It also tells you some things you should not do Belt Warning Light”...
Page 21 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in you go on anything, as fast as it goes. Put someone on it. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it's just a seat wheels.
Page 22 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider The person keeps going until stopped by something. doesn't stop. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield 1-10...
Page 23 or the instrument panel 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.
Page 24 &.’ If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from Here Are Questions Many People Ask home, why should wear safety belts? and the Answers About Safety Belts You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident even one that isn’t your fault...
Page 25 Driver Position This part describes the driver’s restraint system. Adults Was your Buick first sold, when new, in Canada? (If it This part is only for people of adult size. was, a sticker on the driver’s door will say “conforms to .
Page 26 Automatic Lap-Shoulder Belt And you don’t have to unbuckle when you get out. Just get into your vehicle. Then close and lock the door. This safety belt is called “automatic” because you don’t Adjust the seat (to see how, see “Seats” in the Index) so have to buckle up when you get into your vehicle.
Page 27 Just close the door all the way, then slowly open it. If that doesn’t fix it, then your Buick needs service. We hope you’ll always keep your automatic belt buckled. However, you may need to unbuckle it in an emergency.
Page 28 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. To unbuckle the automatic belt, just push the button on the buckle. Don’t let it get twisted. To reattach the automatic belt: 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure is secure.
Page 29 What's wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is move forward too loose. In a crash, you would too much, which could significantly increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. The shoulder belt is too loose. It won't give nearly as much protection this way.
Page 30 What’s wrong with this? LJTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries.
Page 31 What’s wrong with this? TION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which aren’t as strong as shoulder bones.
Page 32 &.’ What’s wrong with this? QUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to take impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it.
Page 33 This part explains the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) or air bag system. Air bags inflate with great force, faster than the Your Buick has an air bag the driver. blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflating Here are the most important things to know about the air air bag, it could seriously injure you.
Page 34 Air Bag bystc Works Where is the air bag? steering The driver’s air bag is in the middle wheel. I , C A U T I O N : Don’t put anything on, or attach anything to, the steering wheel. Also, don’t put anything (such as pets or objects) between the driver and the steering wheel.
Page 35 When should an air bag inflate? What makes an air bag inflate? The air bag is designed to inflate in moderate to severe In a frontal or near-frontal impact of sufficient severity, frontal or near-frontal crashes. The air bag will inflate the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is only if the impact speed is above the system’s designed suddenly stopping as a result of a crash.
Page 36 What will you see after an air bag inflates? The air bag is designed to inflate only once. After it inflates, you’ll need some new parts for your air bag After the air bag inflates, it quickly deflates. This occurs system.
Page 37 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Servicing Bag-Equipped Buick The air bag affects how your Buick should be serviced. Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant There are parts of the air bag system in several places women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be around your vehicle.
Page 38 Right Front Passenger Position Was your Buick first sold, when new, in Canada? (If it was, a sticker on the driver’s door will say “conforms to all applicable Canada motor vehicle etc.) If so,...
Page 39 Lap Belt Center Passenger Position and Any Station Wagon Third Seat If your vehicle has a front split seat and a rear bench seat; someone can sit in the center positions. Passenger Position When you sit in a center seating position or in a station wagon third seat, you.have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor.
Page 40 Rear Seat Passengers very seat passengers to buckle up! It’s important for rear Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be t h r o w n out of the vehicle in a crash.
Page 41 =Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap-shoulder belts. Here’s how to wear one properly. If the belt stops before it 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. If the belt is not long enough, see “Safety Belt 1.
Page 42 3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on end of the belt as you pull up the shoulder part. the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones.
Page 43 Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size. In fact, You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up some age must be too loose.
Page 44 CAUTION: (Continued) heavy you can't hold it. For example, in a crash at only mph (40 km/h), a 12-1b. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240-lb. (110 kg) force on your arms. The baby would be almost impossible to hold. Secure the baby in an infant restraint.
Page 45 If you need to have an anchor installed, you seat where you can keep an eye on the baby. can ask your Buick dealer to put it in for you. I f you Wherever you install it, be sure to secure the child want to install an anchor yourself, your dealer can tell restraint properly.
Page 46 For cars first sold in Canada, child restraints with 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder strap must be anchored according to Canadian law. portions the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions Your dealer can obtain the hardware kit and install it for will show you how.
Page 47 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is 5. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the you push down on child restraint. safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 6.
Page 48 Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat Position You'll be using the lap belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt.
Page 49 5 . Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 6. To tighten the belt, pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint.
Page 50 Child Restraint in the Right .t Seat -tic Was your two-door Buick first sold, when new, in Canada? (If it was, a sticker on the driver’s door will say . . . “conforms to all applicable Canada motor vehicle etc.) If so, then this “Securing a Child Restraint in the...
Page 51 CAUTION: Don’t use the speciaI infantlchild seat attaching hardware in another vehicle. you do, it may not work well and the child may not be protected properly in crash. The special hardware is for your vehicle only. Also, don’t use the special belt for anything but securing a child restraint in the right front seat.
Page 52 2. Snap one hook of the infantkhild seat attaching belt 3. Put the belt's special latch plate into the vehicle's near the floor at the door side of the seat. safety belt buckle.
Page 53 4. You can make the belt longer by tilting the buckle 8. Put the hook on the free end through the slot in the latch plate. and pulling it along the belt. 5. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint.
Page 54 2. Push the spring on the hook near the door and To make it tight, pull the belt while you push down remove the special belt. on the child restraint. If the belt won’t stay tight, switch it end for end. 3.
Page 55 Children who have outgrown child restraints should Larger Children wear the vehicle’s safety belts. If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint shoulder belt provide.
Page 56 Never do this. Here two children me wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. e.’...
Page 57 Never do this. 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 in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s force would ‘then be applied right on the child’s abdomen.
Page 58 Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a Safety Belt Extender can rip impact forces. If a crash. They apart under belt is If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you torn or frayed, get a new one right away. should use it.
Page 59 Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Buick, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly and what to do if you have a problem.
Page 60 If you lose your keys, you'll be able to have new ones made easily using these plugs. I'NOTICE: Your Buick has a number of new features that can help prevent theft. But you can have a lot The door keys are for the of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keys inside.
Page 61 Door Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. From the outside, use your door key or Remote Keyless Entry transmitter, if your vehicle has this option. From the inside, to lock the door, slide the lock control Unlocked doors can be dangerous.
Page 62 Remote Keyless Entry System (Option) If your Buick has this option, you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the key chain transmitter supplied with Automatic Door Locks your vehicle.
Page 63 This product has a maximum range. Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. See your Buick dealer or a qualified technician for service. Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment.
Page 64 Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle Each key chain transmitter. is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, replacement can be purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer. When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle, any remaining transmitters must also be matched.
Page 65 Trunk TrunkLiftgate Lock - ~- To unlock the trunk from the outside, insert the door CAUTION: key and turn it clockwise. It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate, liftglass or trunk lid open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell CO.
Page 66 Wagon Liftgate &Beration The liftgate on your wagon has a liftglass and a liftgate. NOTICE: _ _ ~ _ _ Be sure there are no overhead obstructions before you open the liftgate. You could slam the liftgate into something and break the glass. Turn the key to the right to unlatch the liftgate, then pull up on the bottom of the liftgate.
Page 67 -- so don’t do it. When you park your Buick and open the driver’s door, you’ll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you. Always do this.
Page 68 With the ignition key in the ignition switch, you can turn the switch to five positions. NOTICE: Your modern Buick doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: Don’t drive at any one speed...
Page 69 OFF (C): Unlocks the steering wheel, ignition, and NOTICE: transaxle, but does not send electrical power to any accessories. Use this position if your vehicle must be pushed or towed, but never try to push-start your If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can’t vehicle.
Page 70 NOTICE: NOTICE: Holding your key in START for longer than Don’t try to shift to PARK (P) if your Buick is seconds at a time will cause your battery to be moving. If you do, you could damage the drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can transaxle.
Page 71 Starting Your 3.1 Liter Engine NOTICE: 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let Your engine is designed to work with the go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your electronics your vehicle.
Page 72 Engine Coolant Heater (Option) NOTICE: Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer. If you don’t, your engine might not perform properly.
Page 73 Instead of trying to list everything here; we ask that you contact your Buick dealer in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area.
Page 74 Automatic Transaxle Operation CAUTION: column. Your shift lever is located the steering There are several different positions for your shift lever. It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in with the PARK (P) parking brake firmly set.
Page 75 REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. CAUTION: NOTICE: Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your engine is “racing” (running at high speed) is Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on the moving forward could damage your transaxle.
Page 76 (D): Here are some times you might choose THRD (3) or (3) or If your automatic transaxle THIRD DRIVE (a): does not have AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE DRIVE (D) instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (@), DRIVE (D) is for normal driving, at all speeds, in most - When driving on hilly, winding roads.
Page 77 FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power Parking Brake (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. parking brake, If the selector lever is put in FIRST (I), the transaxle hold the regular brake pedal won’t shift into first gear until the vehicle is going down with your right foot...
Page 78 Shifti In’ PAnK (P) NOTICE: Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace them, and you could also damage other It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if‘ parts vour vehicle.
Page 79 2. Move the shift lever into the PARK (P) position Move the lever up as far as it will go. like this: 3. Move the ignition key to LOCK. Pull the lever toward you. Remove the key and take it with you. If you leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P).
Page 80 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Note: If for some reason you leave your vehicle running and it is not in PARK (P) and the parking brake is Engine Running applied, your doors will automatically lock when you close the door. CAUTION Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your...
Page 81 Shifting Out of PARK (P) Parking Over Things That Burn Your Buick has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to fully apply your regular brake to shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in the RUN position. See “Automatic Transaxle Operation” in the Index.
Page 82 Running Your Engine While Engine Exhaust You’re Parked It’s better not to park with the engine runn,ing. But if you CAUTION: ever have to, here are some things to k Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell.
Page 83 Windows CAUTION: Power Windows It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to.
Page 84 Wagon Rear Vent Windows (Option) Tilt Wheel A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering TO open, pull the latch forward, then push on the wheel before you drive. center of the latch to swing the window out into the open position.
Page 85 Wrn SignaVMultifunction Lever Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down.
Page 86 As you signal turn or a lane change, if the arrows don’t Windshield Wipers flash but just stay on, signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won’t see your turn signal. If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident.
Page 87 If you push the paddle for less than one second, washer For steady wiping at low speed, turn the band away fluid will spray three to four times while the wiper from you to the position. For high-speed wiping, HI. To blades cycle.
Page 88 Cruise Control (Option) The rear window washedwiper switch is at the center of the instrument With cruise control, panel. Press the top of the you can maintain a switch labeled WASH and speed of about 25 mph the rear wiper will run at a (40 km/h) or more constant speed.
Page 89 Cruise control can be dangerous where you steady speed. So, can't drive safely at If you leave your cruise control switch on when don't use your cruise control on winding you're not using cruise, you might hit a button roads or in heavy traffic. and go into cruise when you don't want to.
Page 90 Resuming a Set Speed Increasing Speed While U Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed There are two ways to go to a higher speed: and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speea. the cruise control.
Page 91 Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Lamps Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier. LtOWtS Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills.
Page 92 Headlamps on Warning When it’s bright enough outside, the regular lamps will go off, and your low-beam headlamps will come on at a If you open the door while leaving the lamps on, you reduced brightness. will hear a warning chime. To idle your vehicle with the DRL off, set the parking Daytime Running Lamps (Option) brake while the ignition is in the OFF or LOCK...
Page 93 Courtesy Lamps Front Seat Reading Lamps When any door is opened, several lamps go on. These lamps are under the instrument panel. They make it easy for you to enter and leave the vehicle. You also can turn these lamps on by rotating the interior lamps to HI.
Page 94 gear Reading Lamps (Wagon) Map Lamp Press the switch to turn the map lamp on and off. This lamp will go on when you open the liftgate. To turn on the lamp when the liftgate is closed, press the switch. 2-36...
Page 95 Mirrors Manual Remote Control Mirror Both the driver and passenger side outside mirrors Inside Daymight Rearview M ror should be adjusted so that you just see the side of your vehicle and the area behind your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position.
Page 96 Convex Outside Mirror Power Remote Control Mirror (Option) Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex Both the driver’s and optional passenger’s side outside mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the mirrors can be adjusted with the control lever on the driver’s seat.
Page 97 Storage Armrest Rear Locking Storage Compartment (Wagon) The front armrest opens into a storage area. To open it, lift the lever at the front edge. Inside is a coinholder, slots Use your door key to unlock the storage bin on the to hold cassettes or CDs and a dual cupholder.
Page 98 Convenience Net (Option) Wagon Cargo Security Cover (Option) This cover is designed to help conceal articles in the rear storage area. It pulls out and retracts like a window shade. If you have the optional rear-facing third seat, make sure it is folded down.
Page 99 .- ..,., To use the cover, grasp the handle and pull the cover To remove the cover, you can remove the cover and over the rear storage area. Insert the ends of the support roller assembly for extra cargo room. Slide back the rod into the slots in the trim panel near the liftgate.
Page 100 Don’t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when vehicle. Load your cargo so that it rests on the loading your Buick. For more information on vehicle slats and does not scratch or damage the vehicle. capacity and loading, see “Loading Your Vehicle”...
Page 101 Sun Visors NOTICE: To block out glare, you can swmg down the visors. can also move them from side to side. Don’t put papers and other things that burn into Lighted Visor Vanity Mirror (Option) ashtrays. If you do, cigarettes or other smoking materials could set them on fire, causing damage.
Page 103 Lamp Controls G. Rear Window Defogger Switch Instrument Panel Brightness Control H. Glove Box Vents I. Wipermasher Rear Window (Wagon Only) Instrument Panel Cluster and Indicator Lamps J. Climate Controls Audio System K. Parking Brake Release Map Reading Lamps L. Hood Release 2-45...
Page 104 Instrument Panel Cluster TRACTION BRAKE ANTI - LOCK TAILGATE UNLEADED FUEL ONLY TEMPERATURE AJAR N [ D I 3 2 1 APPLY BRAKE TO SHIFT FROM PARK Domestic Your instrument panel 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.
Page 105 CRUISE TRACTION BRAKE TAILGATE AJAR P R N O 3 2 APPLY BRAKE TO oIu"onn SHIFT FROM PARK Canadian...
Page 106 (used in Canada). expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention Your Buick has a “tamper-resistant odometer.” If you your warning lights and gages could also save you or can see very noticeable bright silver lines between the others from injury.
Page 107 Safety Belt Warning Light Air Bag Readiness Light When the key is turned to RUN or START a chime will There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument come on for about eight seconds to remind people to panel, which shows AIR BAG.
Page 108 Battery Light Brake System Warning Light Your Buick’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two The battery warning light is parts. one part isn’t working, the other part can still designed to come on briefly work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need when you turn on the both parts working well.
Page 109 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light CAUTION: Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead ANTI to an accident. If the light is still on or if the LOCK anti-lock brake system warning light is flashing after you’ve pulled off the road and stopped...
Page 110 If the light still stays on, or comes on again Vehicle” in the Index.) while you’re driving, your Buick needs service. If the light is on but not flashing and the regular brake system warning light isn’t on, you still have brakes, but you don’t have anti-lock brakes.
Page 111 Engine Coolant Temperature Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light When your anti-lock system is adjusting brake pressure This warning light is to help avoid a braking skid, designed to tell you that the anti-lock brakg system your engine coolant has active light will come on. overheated or your radiator cooling fan is not working.
Page 112 Canadian Domestic Domestic Canadian Your Buick is equipped with a computer which This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission pointer moves into the red area, your engine is too hot! control systems.
Page 113 This light should come on, as a check to show you it This system is called OBD I1 (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure working, when the ignition is on and the engine is of the running. If the light doesn’t come on, have it repaired. that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment.
Page 114 If the Light Is On Steady If the Light Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to You may be able to correct the emission system your vehicle: malfunction by considering the following: Reduce vehicle speed. Did you just put fuel into your vehicle? Avoid hard accelerations.
Page 115 Have you recently changed brands of fuel? Engine Oil Pressure Light If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel (see If you have a problem with “Fuel” in the Index). Poor fuel quality will cause your your oil, this oil pressure engine not to run as efficiently as designed.
Page 116 The oil light could also come on in three other situations: NOTICE: When the ignition is on but the engine is not running, the light will come on as a test to show you it is Damage to your engine from neglected oil working, but the light will go out when you turn the problems can be costly and is not covered by ignition to START.
Page 117 Fuel Gage Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with your fuel gage and are normal operating characteristics: At the service station, the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads FULL (F). It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated.
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Page 119: Comfort Controls And Audio Systems
With this system, you can control the heating, cooling In this section you'll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your Buick. Be and ventilation in your vehicle. The system works best if sure to read about the particular systems supplied with you keep your windows closed while using it.
Page 120 The upper lever has three air conditioner settings. On When outside temperatures are cold, sliding the upper very hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot, lever to HEATER and the lower lever to HOT will inside air escape. This reduces the amount of work your send heated air through the heater ducts, and some air conditioner's compressor will have to do, which HEATER...
Page 121 Press the ON portion of the switch. The indicator light will glow. The rear window defogger will turn off automatically after about 10 minutes of use. You can Your Buick’s flow-through ventilation system supplies also turn off by turning off the ignition or pressing the outside air into the vehicle when it is moving.
Page 122: Audio System
Ventilation Tips Audio Systems Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow or Your Delco' audio system has been designed to operate any other obstruction (such as leaves). The heater easily and give years of listening pleasure. You will get and defroster will work far better, reducing the the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself chance of fogging the inside of your windows.
Page 123 AM-FM Stereo Finding a Station AM-FM: Press the lower knob to select AM or FM. Turn the lower knob to choose radio stations. TUNE: SEEK: Press this button to go to the next higher station and stay there. Press this button to hear each station for a few SCAN: seconds.
Page 124 AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player In addition to the four stations set as above, up to three additional stations may be preset on each band by (Option) pressing two adjoining buttons at the same time. Just: 1. Tune in the desired station. 2.
Page 125 Setting the Tone SCAN: Press this button to hear each station for a few seconds. The radio will go to station, stop for BASS: Slide this lever up to increase bass and down to seconds, then go on to the next station. SCAN appears decrease it.
Page 126 FORWARD: Press the right arrow to rapidly advance the tape. It will continue forwarding until you press The range for most AM stations is greater than for STOP-EJECT lightly. especially at night. The longer range, however, can REVERSE: Press the left arrow to rapidly reverse the cause stations to interfere with each other.
Page 127 A scrubbing action cleaning cassette is sound equipment that has been added available through your Buick dealer. improperly. You may also choose a non-scrubbing action, wet-type So, before adding sound equipment, check with...
Page 128 Fixed Mast Antenna NOTICE: The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged. If the mast should ever become Don’t lubricate the power antenna. Lubrication slightly bent, you can straighten it out by hand. If the could damage it. mast is badly bent, as it might be by vandals, you should replace it.
Page 129 NOTES 3-11...
Page 130 NOTES 3-12...
Page 131 The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your Buick: Buckle up. (See “Safety Belts” in the Index.) Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads or freeways, it means “always expect the unexpected.”...
Page 132 Drunken Driving The obvious way to solve this highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive. But Death and injury associated with drinking and driving what if people do? How much is “too much” if the is a national Itragedy.
Page 133 woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks. The law in many U.S. states sets the legal limit at a BAC 0.10 percent. In a growing number of U.S. states, and throughout Canada, the limit is 0.08 percent.
Page 134 The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount coffee or number of cold CAUTION: showers will speed that up. “I’ll be careful” isn’t the right answer. What if there’s an emergency, a need Drinking and then driving is very dangerous.
Page 135 ktrol of Vehicle BraE You have three systems that make your vehicle go where Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. the accelerator.
Page 136 Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes (ABS). ABS braking rather than keeping pace with traffic. This advanced electronic braking system that will help is a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool prevent a braking skid.
Page 137 The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. Here’s how anti-lock works. Let’s say the road is wet. You’re driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you.
Page 138 Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need Braking in Emergencies to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease Use your anti-lock braking system when you need stopping distance. you get too close to the vehicle in With anti-lock, you can steer and brake at the same front you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes...
Page 139 Steering Tips Suppose you’re steering through a sharp curve. Then you suddenly accelerate. Both control systems steering and Driving on Curves acceleration -- have to do their work where the tires meet the road. Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too It’s important to take curves at a reasonable speed.
Page 140 But sometimes you can’t; there isn’t room. That’s the time for evasive action steering .around the problem. Your Buick can perform very well in emergencies like these. First apply your brakes. (See “Braking this Emergencies” earlier in section.) It is better to...
Page 141 Off-Road Recovery Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a You may find sometime that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, you’re driving.
Page 142 Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass start your left lane change signal before moving out while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, of the right lane pass.
Page 143 (including engine braking by shifting to a lower possible. gear). Any sudden changes could cause the tires to The three types of skids correspond to your Buick’s slide. may not realize the surface is slippery until three control systems. In the braking skid, your wheels your vehicle is skidding.
Page 144 Here are some tips night driving. Driving at Night 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 other vehicles.
Page 145 ;ion Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle Uight clean -- inside and out. Glare at night is made much No one can see as well at night as in the daytime. But as worse by dirt on the glass. Even the inside of the glass we get older these differences increase.
Page 146 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 147 Wet brakes can cause accidents. They won’t work well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side. You could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally.
Page 148 Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds. There Some Other Rainy Weather Tips just isn’t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning. The Turn on your low-beam headlamps not just best advice is to slow down when it is raining. your parking lamps to help make you more visible to others.
Page 149 Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: City Driving Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip. use the freeways that rim and crisscross mo large cities.
Page 150 reeway Driving The most important advice freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving. Too-fast or too-slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow. Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane.
Page 151 When you want to leave the freeway, move to the proper Buick dealerships all across North America. They’ll be lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, do not, ready and willing to help if you need it.
Page 152 Hill and Mountain Roads Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is 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 of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy.
Page 153 If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning visit there, here are some tips that can make CAUTION: your trips safer and more enjoyable. Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid NEUTRAL (N) or with the Coasting downhill in levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system ignition off is dangerous.
Page 154 Here are some tips for winter driving: couple of reflective warning triangles. And, if you will Have your Buick in good shape for winter. be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag You may want to put winter emergency supplies in...
Page 155 Driving on Snow or Ice ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all. You can get wet ice when it’s about Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the freezing (32°F; 0°C) and freezing rain begins to fall. road probably have good traction.
Page 156 If You're Caught in a Blizzaru 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 anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm.
Page 157 Run your erigine 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 Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle.
Page 158 Loading Your Vehicle MFD BY GENERAL CORP MOTORS GAWR FRT DATE GVWR GAWR TIRE-LOADING INFORMATION VEHICLE CAP. WT. FRT. CTR. TOTAL LBS. THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS ALL APPLI- MOTOR CABLE U.S. FEDERAL VEHICLE MAX. LOADING & GVWR SAME AS VEHICLE SAFETY, BUMPER, THEFT PREVENTION CAPACITY WEIGHT COLD...
Page 159 Note: If for some reason the driver’s door becomes damaged and needs to be replaced, ask that the information on the Tire-Loading Information label and the Certification label be written down you may keep Things you put inside your vehiclexan strike it on file.
Page 160 What’s more, the your warranty. To pull a trailer correctly, follow trailer adds considerably to wind resistance, increasing the advice in this part, and see your Buick dealer the pulling requirements. for important information about towing a trailer...
Page 161 Then, during the first 500 miles (800 km) that you Buick Motor Division tow a trailer, don’t drive over 50 mph (80 kmh) and Customer Assistance Center don’t make starts at full throttle.
Page 162 Weight of the Trailer Tongue If you’re using a weight-carrying hitch, the trailer tongue (A) should weigh 10% the total loaded trailer The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important If you have a weight-distributing hitch, the weight (€3).
Page 163 Hitches Safety Chains It’s important to have the correct hitch equipment. You should always attach chains between your vehicle Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads are and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue a few reasons why you’ll need the right hitch. Here are of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road some rules to follow: if it becomes separated from the hitch.
Page 164 Following Distance Driving with a Trailer Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you a certain Towing trailer requires amount of experience. would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. This Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking to know your rig.
Page 165 Check instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (@I). with your Buick dealer. The arrows on your instrument overdrive transmission is required if towing a trailer more panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane than 1,000 lbs.
Page 166 When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on Hills Parking on a Hill You really should not parK your vehicle, with a trailer attached, on a hill. If something goes wrong, your rig 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down could start to move.
Page 167: Problemsontheroad
Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They can occur on the road. also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off.
Page 168 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your battery with a negative ground system. Buick. But please use the following steps to do it safely.
Page 169 If they are, it could cause ground each battery. connection you don’t want. You wouldn’t be able to start your Buick, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems. CAUTION: Turn off the ignition both vehicles. Unplug...
Page 170 5. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. vehicles could be damaged, too. Before you connect the cables, here are some basic Using a match near a battery can cause battery things you should know.
Page 171 Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery. 8. Now connect the black negative cable to the good battery’s negative terminal. 6 . Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery.
Page 172 9. Don't let the other end touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative ,(-) cable doesn't go to the dead battery. It goes to heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery. 10.
Page 173 13. Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent Towing Your Vehicle electrical shorting. Take care that they don’t touch Try to have a Buick dealer or a professional towing each other or any other metal. service tow your Century. See “Roadside Assistance” in the index.
Page 174 A vehicle can fall from a car carrier if it isn’t adequately secured. This can cause collision, serious personal injury and vehicle damage. The vehicle should be tightly secured with chains or steel cables before it is transported. Don’t use substitutes (ropes, leather straps, canvas webbing, etc.) that can be cut by sharp edges underneath the towed vehicle.
Page 175 Front Towing Limit,s 35 mph (56 krn/h), 50 miles (80 km) Before hooking up to a tow truck, be sure to read all the information in “Towing Your Vehicle” earlier in this part. Don’t have your vehicle towed on the front wheels, unless you must.
Page 176 2. Position a 4”x 4” wood beam across sling chains 3. Position the lower sling crossbar halfway between the timber and the lower edge of the fascia. with spacer blocks contacting the forward extensions of the engine cradle. 5-10...
Page 177 Rear Towing Before hooking up to a tow truck, be sure to read all the information in “Towing Your Vehicle” earlier in this section. 4. Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end of lower control arm. each 1 . Attach T-hook chains on both sides in the slotted holes in the floor pan, just ahead of the rear wheels.
Page 178 ..I"=-- 2. Position the lower sling crossbar directly under the 3. Attach a separate safety chain to each side of the axle rear bumper. inboard of the spring. 5-12...
Page 179 Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage or the warning light about a hot engine on your Buick’s instrument panel. Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away...
Page 180 If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about you get the overheat warning but see or hear no 10 minutes. If the warning doesn’t come back steam, the problem may not be...
Page 181 When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: 3.1L V6 Cooling System Coolant Recovery Tank 2.2L L4 Cooling System B. Radiator Pressure Cap A. Coolant Recovery Tank C. Electric Engine Fan B. Radiator Pressure Cap C.
Page 182 TT” ( A C A up even An electric fan under the hood can start when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down.
Page 183 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant C U-ION: Recovery Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at ADD, add a 50/50 mixture of clean water Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine (preferably distilled) and DEX-COOL (orange-colored, parts, can be very hot.
Page 184 NOTICE: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol Use the recommended coolant and the proper and it will burn if the engine parts are hot mix.
Page 185 Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed. Never turn the cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap, is hot.
Page 186 How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push down as you NOTICE: turn it. Remove the pressure cap. Your engine has a specific radiator fill procedure. Failure to follow this procedure could cause your engine to overheat and be severely damaged.
Page 187 * L a " 2.2L L4 Engine 3.1L V6 Engine The 2.2L Engine (VIN Code 4) has one bleed valve 3. After the engine cools, open the coolant air located at the thermostat housing. bleed valve. L V6 (VTN Code M): There are two bleed valves. One is located on the thermostat housing.
Page 188 6. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL 4. Fill the radiator with the proper mix, up to the base HOT mark. of the filler neck. 7. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but If you see a stream of coolant coming from an air leave the radiator pressure cap off.
Page 189 10. Then replace the pressure cap. At any time during this procedure if coolant flow begins to out of the filler neck, reinstall the pressure cap. Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this. 11. Check the coolant in the recovery tank. The level in the coolant recovery tank should be at the HOT mark when the engine is hot or at the COLD mark when the engine is cold.
Page 190 If a Tire Goes Flat Changing Flat Tire It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage especially if you maintain your tires properly. If a i r goes by driving slowly to a level place.
Page 191 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools Some steps apply to all models, others to just the sedan or wagon models. Follow the steps listed for your vehicle. The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire. The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A) and wheel wrench (B).
Page 192 Sedan 3. Lift off the jack and remove the spare tire. 4. Remove the wheel wrench from the bag. The equipment you’ll need is stored in the trunk. 1. Pull the carpeting from the floor of the trunk. 2. Turn the center retainer bolt on the compact spare tire housing counterclockwise to remove it, then lift the tire cover.
Page 193 Wagon The equipment you’ll need is stored in the rear of your vehicle. Fold down the third seat, if so equipped. Then remove the housing that covers the spare tire by carefully pushing in on the top edge of the cover and pulling it away from the vehicle.
Page 194 Wire Wheel Cover Standard Wheel Cover Removing the wire wheel cover requires this wire wheel You will be using the flat end of the wheel wrench to key wrench. remove the wheel cover. Pry along the edge of the wheel cover until it comes off.
Page 195 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts. Don't remove them yet. B. Remove the theft deterrent wheel nut by placing the key end of the wire wheel wrench over the nut and turning it to the left.
Page 196 vehicle w1 Gettir under it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. NOTICE: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly Sedan positioned will damage the vehicle or may allow 3.
Page 197 5 . Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. Wagon Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to 4. Then remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire. which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time.
Page 198 Never use or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface. 6. Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel.
Page 199 Tighten the wheel nuts L" firmly in a criss-cross CAUTION: sequence as shown. Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose off. and even come This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts.
Page 200 NOTICE: CAUTIGN: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper passenger compartment of the vehicle could torque specification.
Page 201 Place the tire, air valve up, in the tire storage area. Remove the extension bolt from the jacking tools bag. Secure the tire by inserting and tightening the extension bolt through the center of the tire into the storage area floor. Place the spare tire cover on the storage area, with the jack face down over the hole in the center of board.
Page 202 The cover will not fit when a flat tire is stored in this location. WHEEL W R E N 0 Store the wheel well cover in the floor compartment. FULL SIZE FLAT Remove the tire retaining bolt from under the jack and position it in the slot above the jack.
Page 203 Wagon Spare Cover Replacement Compact Spare Tire To install the spare tire cover in your station wagon Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when you are finished changing the tire: lose when your vehicle was new, it can air after time.
Page 204 Don’t use your compact spare on other vehicles. If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow And don’t mix your compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires. They won’t fit. Keep your spare What you don’t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is tire and its wheel together.
Page 205 Rocking your vehicle to get it out: NOTICE: First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your front wheels. Then shift back Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your and forth between REVERSE (R) and a forward gear, vehicle as well as the tires.
Page 206 NOTES...
Page 207: Service And Appearance Care
Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll want to get the proper Buick Service Manual. It tells you much more about how to service your Buick than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see...
Page 208 “Servicing Your Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or Bag-Equipped Buick” in the Index. higher. At a minimum, it should meet specifications You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list ASTM D48 14 in the United States and CGSB 3.5-M93...
Page 209 Motors recommends that you use these gasolines if they may fail a smog-check test. If this occurs, return to your comply with the specifications described earlier. authorized Buick dealer for diagnosis to determine the cause of failure. In the event it is determined that the NOTICE: cause of the condition is the type of fuels used, repairs may not be covered by your warranty.
Page 210 Filling Your Tank Fuels i n Foreign Countries 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 211 Be careful not to spill gasoline. Clean gasoline from (counterclockwise). painted surfaces as soon as possible. See “Cleaning the Outside of Your Buick” in the Index.
Page 212 Checking Things Under the Hood When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right until you hear at least three clicks. Make sure you fully install Hood Release the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed.
Page 213 Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the Put the hood prop into the slot in the hood. secondary hood release. Lift the hood. 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.
Page 214 When you open the hood of your 2.2L engine you’ll see: A. Windshield Washer Reservoir D. Engine Oil Cap and Dipstick G. Engine Fan B. Engine Coolant Reservoir E. Automatic Transaxle Dipstick H. Air Cleaner F. Brake Fluid Reservoir 1. Battery C.
Page 215 When you open the hood of your 3.1 L engine you’ll see: A. Windshield Washer Reservoir D. Automatic Transaxle Dipstick G. Brake Fluid Reservoir H. Engine Fan B. Engine Coolant Reservoir E. Oil Fill Cap Cleaner C. Power Steering Reservoir E Engine Oil Dipstick J.
Page 216 Underhood Lamp Your underhood lamp is designed to come on whenever you raise the hood. Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and Engine Oil start a fire. These include liquids like gasoline, It's a good idea to check your engine oil every time you oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and get fuel.
Page 217 3.1L V6 Engine 2.2L L4 Engine The 3.1L V6 engine oil dipstick is yellow and is located The 2.2L L4 engine oil dipstick is located in the fill cap near the front and center of the engine compartment. near the front and center of the engine compartment.
Page 218 What Kind of Oil to ‘Use When to Add Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you’ll Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the “Starburst” symbol. This symbol need to add some oil. But you must use the right kind. indicates that the oil has been certified by the American This part explains what kind of oil to use.
Page 219 ’ GM Goodwrench@ oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle. Engine Oil Additives Don’t add anything to your oil. Your Buick dealer is ready to advise if you think something should be added. COLD WEATHER DO NOT USE SAE 2OW-50 OR ANY OTHER...
Page 220 What to Do with Used Oil When to Change Engine Oil See if any one of these is true for you: Did you know that used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km).
Page 221 To check or replace the air filter CAUTION: Operating the engine with the air cleaner off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air, it stops flame if the engine backfires. If it isn’t there, and the engine backfires, you could be burned.
Page 222 2. Remove the wing nut and pull off the cover. 3. Remove and replace the filter. Replace the cover, wing nut and rubber duct. Tighten the hose clamp.
Page 223 How to Check Automatic Transaxle Fluid Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at your Buick dealership’s A good time check your automatic transaxle fluid Service Department. level is when the engine oil is changed.
Page 224 Checking the Fluid Level Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid level if you have been driving: Park your vehicle a level place. Keep the engine running. When outside temperatures are above 90 With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever At high speed for quite a while.
Page 225 2.2L L4 Engine 3.1L V6 Engine 2. Push it back in all the way, wait three seconds and The transaxle fluid dipstick handle is red and looks then pull back out again. like this. 1. Pullout the dipstick and wipe it clean with a clean rag or paper towel.
Page 226 4T60-E Transaxle 3T40 Transaxle Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. The fluid level must be in the cross-hatched area. If the fluid level is in the acceptable range, push the dipstick back in all the way. 6-20...
Page 227 Superlift Shock Absc :rs (Option) How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what you can If you have this option, level your vehicle for kind of transaxle fluid to use. See “Recommended different loads. As you need to, add air to the rear shock Fluids and Lubricants”...
Page 228 Engine Coolant NOTICE: When adding coolant it is important that you use DEX-COOL (orange-colored, silicate-free) coolant meeting GM Specification 6277M. If silicated coolant is added to the system, premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion may result. In addition, the engiue coolant will require change sooner 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 24 months, whichever occurs first.
Page 229 What to Use NOTICE: Use a mixture one-half clean water (preferably distilled) and one-half DEX-COOL (orange-colored, If you use an improper coolant mix, your silicate-free) antifreeze that meets GM Specification 6277M, which won’t damage aluminum parts. Use engine could overheat and be badly damaged. GM Engine Coolant Supplement (sealer) (GM Part The repair cost wouldn’t be covered by your No.
Page 230 rhacking clding Coolant Coc’mt you need more coolant, add the proper at the coolant recovery tank. If the coolant recovery tank is completely empty, add coolant to the radiator. (See “Engine Overheating” in the Index.) Thrning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly.
Page 231 Add coolant mix at the recovery tank, but be careful not Radiator Pressure Cap to spill it. NOTICE: CAUTION: Your radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa) You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage engine parts.
Page 232 Power Steering Fluid When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem.
Page 233 What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. Always the proper fluid. Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals. Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read...
Page 234 Washer 1 NOTICE: When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. Also, water doesn’t clean as well as washer fluid.
Page 235 goes back up. The other reason is that fluid is leaking out Brakes of the brake system. it is, you should have your brake system fixed, since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won’t work well, or won’t work at all. So, it isn’t a good idea to “top off’...
Page 236 What to Add NOTICE: When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid such as Delco Supreme 11 (GM Part Using the wrong fluid can badly damage No. 1052535). Use new brake fluid from a sealed brake system parts. For example, just a few container only, and always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap before removing it.
Page 237 Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied. Your Buick has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a Fre’- -1ovement of brake calipers and properly torqued...
Page 238 Vehicle Storage Replacing Brake System Parts Battery Every new Buick has a Delco Freedom@ battery. You never have to add water to one of these. When it's time for a new battery, we recommend a Delco Freedom battery. Get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery's label.
Page 239 Bulb Replacement Headlamp Bulb Replacement For the type of bulb, see “Replacement Bulbs” in Halpqen BIJhc the Index. CAUTION: Halogen bulb: ave pressu zed gas inside and You or can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. others could be injured. Take special care when handling and disposing of halogen bulbs.
Page 240 Front lhrn and Parking Bulb and/or To replace the bulb assembly: Sidemarker Bulb Replacement 1. Snap a new bulb into the wiring harness (A). Make sure the locking tab is over the lock ( C ) . 2. Install the bulb assembly by putting the small tab (D) in the small notch in the retainer ring (E).
Page 241 4. The bulb assembly is now loose. Pull it forward until To replace the sidemarker bulb: the bulb assembly can be reached. 1. Remove the socket by turning it counterclockwise To replace the turdparking bulb: and pulling it straight out. Rotate the bulb socket housing 1/4 turn 2.
Page 242 To reinstall the lamp: Taillamp Bulb Replacement (Wagon) Guide the latch spring. through the opening in the metal inner panel. Engage the two blades on the lamp into the slots on the headlamp while engaging the two pins at the rear of the lamp openings into the sockets on the rear of the lamp.
Page 243 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 4. Press the bulb housing release lever and turn the housing 1/6 turn counterclockwise to remove it. Replacement blades come in different types and are 5. To remove the bulb, push in and rotate removed in different ways. Here’s how to remove the counterclockwise.
Page 244 Tires CAUTION: (Continued) don’t make tires. Your new Buick comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If Underinflated tires pose the same danger as you ever have questions about your tire warranty and overloaded tires. The resulting accident where to obtain service, see your Buick Warranty could cause serious injury.
Page 245 Inflation Tire Pressure NOTICE: (Continued) Tire-Loading Information label, which is on the rear edge of the driver’s door, shows the correct If your tires have too much air (overinflation), inflation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. you can get the following: “Cold”...
Page 246 Tire Inspection and Rotation When rotating your tires, always use the correct rotation pattern shown here. Tires should be inspected every 6,000 to 8,000 miles Don’t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation, (10 000 to 13 000 km) for any signs of unusual wear. If unusual wear is present, rotate your tires as soon as After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and possible and check wheel alignment.
Page 247 When It’s Time for New Tires The tire has a bump, bulge or split. The tire has a puncture, cut or other damage that One way tell when it’s can’t be repaired well because of the size or location time for new tires is to of the damage.
Page 248 Uniform Tire Quality Grading CAUTION: The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, which grades tires by Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while treadwear, traction and temperature performance. (This tires driving.
Page 249 A, B, C Treadwear Temperature The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on The temperature grades are A (the highest), and C, the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of conditions on a specified government test course.
Page 250 (except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your Buick dealer if any of these conditions exist. Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need. NOTICE:...
Page 251 Used Replacement Wheels Tire Chains NOTICE: Use tire chains only where legal and only when Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is you must. Use only SAE Class “S” type chains dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used or that are the proper size for your tires.
Page 252 Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose Never use these to clean your vehicle: dirt. Wipe vinyl or leather with a clean, damp cloth. Gasoline Your Buick dealer has two GM cleaners, a solvent-type Benzene spot lifter and a foam-type powdered cleaner. They will Naphtha clean normal spots and stains very well.
Page 253 If a ring forms after spot cleaning, clean the entire Using Solvent-Type Cleaner on Fabric area immediately or it will set. First, see if you have to use solvent-type cleaner at all. Some spots and stains will clean off better with just Usin lam-npe Cleanel- -In water and mild soap.
Page 254 3. If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine, Special Cleaning Problems treat the area with waterhaking soda solution: Greasy or Oily Stains 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of baking soda to 1 cup (250 ml) of lukewarm water. Stains caused by grease, oil, butter, margarine, shoe polish, coffee with cream, chewing gum, cosmetic 4.
Page 255 Cleaning Leather Care of Safety Belts soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or Keep b-l+s clea L n d dry. saddle soap. For stubborn stains, use a GM VinyVLeather Cleaner or equivalent product. Never use oils, varnishes, solvent-based or abrasive Do not bleach or dye safety belts.
Page 256 Cleaning the Outside of Your Buick Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield, Backglass and Wiper The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth Blades of color, gloss retention and durability. Washing Your Vehicle If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to...
Page 257 If necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter. Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your Buick by Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period finish.
Page 258 Tires Sheet Metal Damage To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner. your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to the parts repaired or NOTICE: replaced to restore corrosion protection.
Page 259 At least every spring, flush these materials from the Although no defect in the paint job causes this, Buick underbody with plain water. Clean any areas where mud will repair, at no charge to the owner, the. surfaces of and other debris can collect.
Page 260 Appearance Care Materials Chart...
Page 261 PLANT the model designation, paint information, and This is the legal identifier for your Buick. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the a list of all production options and special equipment. driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle.
Page 262 These fuses are located behind the glove box. The fuse Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to holders are taped together with gray tape. add anything electrical to your Buick, see “Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Buick” in the Index. Other...
Page 263 Fuses and Circuit Breakers The fuse panel is located inside the glove box, on the left side. To change a fuse, open the glove box. Pull down on the fuse panel latch and open the door. Pull the fuse straight out. To identify and check fuses, refer to the Fuse Usage chart.
Page 264 Fuse I q e Chart Fuse Circuitry Door UNLOCK Auto Locks (Remove this fuse to disable the automatic door unlock.) I - - - - INJ/COIL UNLOCK FANiALT FAN/ALT Electric Fan, Starter and Generator, Seq. Fuel Inj (V6), Cruise Control, Anti-Lock Brakes GAUGES STOP CTSY...
Page 265 Fuse Circuitry Fuse Circuitry STOP HA2 Stoplamps, Hazard Flashers RADIO Radio CTSY Interior, Underhood, Courtesy, PWR ACC* Seats, Door Locks, Rear Defog, UP, Trunk Lamps, Door Locks, Power Seat Recliner, Rear Horn Relay, Passive Restraint Window Wiper, Trunk Release System, Deck Lid Release, Windshield Wiperwasher Power Antenna Remote Keyless Entry, Vanity Mirror...
Page 266 Replacement Bulbs BULB BULB INSIDE 'OUTSIDE LAMPS LAMPS ........Ashtray . . . '.Back-up Lamps 1156 Front ParkingEurn Signal Lamps 2357NA Courtesy' Lamps ....
Page 267 Capacities and Specifications Engine Crankcase ..........with filter change 4.5 quarts (4.2 L) Automatic Transaxle...
Page 268 Refrigerant (R=l34a), Air Conditioning* ........... . 2.2L (Code 4) 1.75 lbs.
Page 269 Engine Specifications 2 . 2 L 3.1L V6 ......VIN Engine Code .
Page 270 AC Q p e A-925C refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant is used. If you’re not sure, ask your Buick dealer. Engine Oil Filter ....
Page 271 This section covers the maintenance required for your affect the quality of the air we breathe. Improper fluid Buick. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level safety, dependability and emission control performance.
Page 272 Some of these “Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections” services can be complex, so unless you are technically explains important inspections that your Buick dealer’s qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should service department or another qualified service center let your dealer’s service department or another qualified...
Page 273 If you have any schedule to follow: questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition, see your Buick dealer. This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them. If you go to your dealer for your service needs, you’ll know...
Page 274 Maintenance Scl aule Short Trip/City Intervals Trip/City Short Definition Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter Follow the Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule if any Change (or 3 months, whichever occurs first). one of these conditions is true for your vehicle: Every 6,000 Miles (10 000 km): Chassis Lubrication Most trips are less than 5 to 10...
Page 275: Maintenanceschedule
Maintenance Schedule LOI- Tripmighway Definition Long Tripmighway Intervals gvery -1,500 Miles km): Engine Oil and Filter Follow this maintenance schedule only if none of the Change (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). conditions from the Short TripKity Maintenance Chassis Lubrication (or every 12 months, whichever Schedule is true.
Page 276 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule ’ 3,000 Miles , ( 5 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 k m ) 3 months, whichever occurs first), should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 k m ) at the...
Page 277 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 9,000 Miles (15 000 km) 6,000 Miles (10 000 Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service.
Page 278 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service.
Page 279 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedu 18,000 Miles’ (30 OOO’km) 21,000 Miles (35 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every oil and filter (or every Change engine 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service.
Page 280 ,Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 27,000 Miles 000 km) 24,000 Miles k m ) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). Sewice. An Emission Contrd An Emission Control Service.
Page 281 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage 3 months, whichever occurs first). or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service.
Page 282 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service.
Page 283 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 39,000 Miles (65 000 km) Miles 42,000 (70 000 km) Change engine oil filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs fxst). An Emission Control Sewice. An Emission Control Service, Lubricate the parking brake cable guides, underbody contact points and linkage.
Page 284 Short Tripkity Maintenance Schedule Miles (75 000 km) 45,000 Miles (80 000 km) 48,000 Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service.
Page 285 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter Change engine oil and filter (or every if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or 3 months, whichever occurs first). more of these conditions: An Emission Control Service.
Page 286 m i p / C i t y Maintenance Schedule 57,000 Miles (95 000 km) 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter every 3 months, whichever occurs first). months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 287 Short TripKity Maintenance Scheducl 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage 3 months, whichever occurs first). or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service.
Page 288 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 63,000 Miles (105 000 km) 44,000 Miles (110 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service.
Page 289 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 69,000 Miles (115 000 km) 72,000 Miles (120 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service.
Page 290 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 78,000 Miles (130 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service.
Page 291 Short TriplCity Maintenance SchedGa 81,000 Miles (135 000 km) 84,000 Miles (140 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service.
Page 292 Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule 90,000 1_'iles (150 000 km) 87,000 Miles (145 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service.
Page 293 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 93,000 Miles (155 000 km) Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or Change engine oil and filter (or every leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. 3 months, whichever occurs first). Replace parts needed.
Page 294 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 96,000 Miles (160 000 km) 99,000 Miles (165 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service.
Page 295 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) Drain, flush and refill cooling system hilly or mountainous terrain. (or every 60 months since last service, When doing frequent trailer towing. whichever occurs first). See “Engine - Uses such as found in taxi, police or Coolant’’...
Page 296 Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (1 66 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles 12 months, whichever occurs first). (1 66 000 km) at the same intervals.
Page 297 Long TripMighway Maintenance Schedule 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) 22,500 Miles (37 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service.
Page 298 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage months, whichever occurs first). or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service.
Page 299 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service.
Page 300 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter Change engine oil filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: Emission Control Service.
Page 301 Long; TripMighway Maintenance Schedule 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage 12 months, whichever occurs first). or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service.
Page 302 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Change engine oil filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. ’...
Page 303 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Change engine oil filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service.
Page 304 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) 000 km) (Continued) Change engine oil and filter (or every Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for 12 months, whichever occurs first). any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Sewice.
Page 305 mg Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 100,000 Miles (1 66 000 ’ Drain, flush and refill cooling system In hilly or mountainous terrain. (or every 60 months since last service, When doing frequent trailer towing. whichever occurs first). See “Engine Uses such as found in taxi, police or Coolant’’...
Page 306 Engine Cc --ant Part B: Owner Checks and Services el Chc -’L Check the engine coolant level and add the proper Listed below are owner checks and services which coolant mix if necessary. See “Engine Coolant” in should be performed at the intervals specified to help Index for further details.
Page 307 At Least Twice a At Least Once a Year Year Restraint System Check Key Lock Cylinders Service Make sure the safety belt warning light and all your Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are specified in Part D.
Page 308 Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI) Check --Aer CAUTION: CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured.
Page 309 Steering Column Lock Check Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn set the parking brake. the key to LOCK in each shift lever position. To check the parking brake: With the engine running The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift and transaxle in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot...
Page 310 Proper procedures to perform these services may be Throttle Linkage Inspection found in a Buick Service Manual. See “Service and Inspect the throttle linkage for interference or binding, Owner Publications” in the Index. and for damage or missing parts. Replace parts Steering, Suspension and Front- Wheel-Drive needed.
Page 311 Part D: Recommended Fluids and USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT Lubricants Coolant GM Part No. 3634621 or Supplement equivalent with a complete flush NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, Sealer and refill. part number or specification may be obtained from your GM dealer.
Page 312 FLUIDLUBRICANT FLUIDLUBRICANT USAGE Hood and Door Chassis Chassis lubricant (GM Part Multi-pu ose lubricant, Part No. 1052497 or equivalent) or Superlube Lubrication Hinges lubricant meeting requirements of No. 12346241 or equivalent). NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or Weatherstrip Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM GC-LB.
Page 313 Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on date, odometer reading and who performed the service the following record pages. Also, you should retain all in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. maintenance receipts.
Page 314 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED READING MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...
Page 315 Maintenance Record ODOMETER ODOMETER PERFORMED TENANCE SERVICED READING DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED DATE READING SERVICED...
Page 316 Maintenance Record ODOMETER SERVICED READING DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-46...
Page 317: Customer Assistance Information
Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Buick if you Customer Satisfaction Procedure need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. This section includes information on:...
Page 318 Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your For help outside of the United States and Canada, call the following numbers as appropriate: dealer and Buick. Normally, any concern you may have with your vehicle can be handled by your selling or In Mexico:...
Page 319 Text Telephones (TTYs), Dealership name and location Buick has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Vehicle delivery date and present mileage Buick by dialing: 1-800-83-BUICK. (TTY users in Nature of concern Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.)
Page 320 - Takes the anxiety out of uncertain situations by providing easy access to service professionals trained to work with Buick owners, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including weekends and holidays. For details on Buick Premium Roadside Assistance, please consult your Buick Premium Roadside Assistance owner booklet included with your owner’s manual.
Page 321 21 years of age. If you are provide Buick retail customers with: under 21 and have difficulty renting a vehicle, Buick will reimburse you up to $30/day, for any documented Reimbursement toward a loaner vehicle, courtesy of transportation you receive.
Page 322 BBB AUTO LINE Both Buick and your Buick dealer are committed Council of Better Business Bureaus 4200 Wilson Boulevard to making sure you completely satisfied with Suite 800 your new vehicle.
Page 323 BBB at any time. The BBB will attempt GOVERNMENT to resolve the complaint serving as an intermediary between you and Buick. If this mediation is If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could unsuccessful, an informal hearing will be scheduled...
Page 324 Please call us at 1-800-521 -7300, or write: has a safety defect, you should immediately notify Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General Buick Motor Division Motors of Canada Limited. You may write to: Customer Assistance Center Hamilton Avenue...
Page 325 1996 BUCK SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing in with your check, money order, or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.) CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1996 BUCK SERVICE MANUALS OWNER’S INFORMATION...
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Page 328 NOTES 8-12...
Page 329 Section 9 Index ........
Page 330 ......Break.In. New Vehicle 2- 10 Inside of Your Buick 6-46 ......
Page 331 ............. . . Cruise Control 2-30 OnSnowandIce...
Page 332 ............. . . Halogen Bulbs 6-33 Fabric Cleaning...
Page 333 ......... . . Instrument Panel 2-44 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning...
Page 334 ........... Short TripKity Definition 7.5, 7.7 P a i n t Spotting. Chemical 6-53 ....7.5. 7. 7 Short Trip/City Intervals Park ......
Page 335 ........Safety Belts Rear ........
Page 336 ........Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Buick .
Page 337 ......... Trailer Tires 6-38...
Page 338 ..... 7-40 Underbody Flushing Service Wheel ............6-53 Alignment 6-43 Underbody Maintenance ......Nut Torque 5.33. 6.62 ......... Replacement 6-44 Vehicle .

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