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Page 4 Division whenever it appears in this manual. French Language Manual: Please keep this manual in your Buick, so it will be Aux proprietaires canadiens: Vous pouvez vous procurer there if you ever need it when you’re on the road. If you...
Page 6 On Buick’s Buick’s chief engineer, Walter L. Marr (left), and success, Durant created Thomas D. Buick, son of founder David Dunbar Buick, holding company, drove the first Flint Buick in a successful Flint-Detroit September 16, 1908. He round trip in July 1904.
Page 7 Durant also created a racing team that won 500 racing Buick drew plenty of attention because it could climb trophies in 1909 and 1910, including successes at hills and run through mud like no other car. Buick’s Indianapolis two years before the Indy began.
Page 8 Roadmaster. Buick’s famous “portholes” came along in 1949..1953 Skylark Motor Trend magazine named the 1962 Buick Special, “Car of the Year”. The first production V-6 engine was I949 Roadmaster used in the Special.
Page 9 962 Buick Special Ed Mertz, General Manager, Buick Motor Division. Built inside the walls of the old buildings in Buick’s Our mission is simple: former Flint complex, which formed 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’...
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Page 11: Table Of Contents
This part tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use............Customer Assistance Information This part 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 305.
Page 12: How To Use This Manual
How to Use This Manual You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book. Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. This This safety symbol means will help you learn about the features and controls for “Don’t,”...
Page 13 Vehicle Damage Warnings In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would Also, in this book you will find these notices: not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly. But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage.
Page 14 Here are some These symbols Vehicle Symbols are used on other symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle. you may see: warning and indicator lights: These symbols FUSE For example, These symbols These symbols have to do with are on some of these symbols...
Page 15: Seats And Restraint Systems
Part 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your Buick. and how to use your safety belts properly You can also learn about some things should do with safety belts Part 1 includes: ............
Page 16: Seatsandseatcontrols
Seats and Seat Controls Power Seat This section tells about the seats how to adjust them, and also about memory seats, reclining seatbacks head restraints. Manual Seat (F): Front Control Raise the front of the seat by pushing on the left side of the switch. Push on right side of the switch to lower the front of the seat.
Page 17 Now it’s set. When your Buick is in PARK with the ignition ON, push the memory button you just set and the seat and mirrors will go to where you’ve just set them.
Page 18 you have the power Reclining Front Seatback(s) recline option, it works adjust the seatback, lift the lever on the outer side of vith the switch on the side the seat. Release the lever to lock the seatback where df the seat. Push it back to you want it.
Page 20: Headrestraints
Heated Seat (Option) Head Restraints If your vehicle has this option, push the switch on the side of the driver’s seat forward and the driver’s seat will start to warm up. The light on top of the switch will Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the turn orange for low or red for high.
Page 21: Safetybelts
Safety Belts: They’re For Everyone This figure lights up as a reminder to This part the manual tells you how to use safety belts buckle up. (See properly. It also tells you some things you should not do “Safety Belt with safety belts.
Page 22 safety belts in vehicles, the Why Safety Belts Work After more than years most crashes buckling up does matter facts are clear. When you ride in or on go as anything, you fast as it a lot! goes. For example, if the bike is going 10 mph (16 km/h), so is the child.
Page 23 When the bike hits the block, it stops. But the child Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it's just a seat on keeps going! wheels.
Page 24 ’:\ Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop.
Page 25 -> The person keeps going until stopped by something. or the instrument panel In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield...
Page 26 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m wearing a safety belt? You could be -- whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not. But you can easily unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down.
Page 27 If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from Safety Belt Reminder Light home, why should I wear safety belts? You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an accident -- even one that isn’t your fault you and your passengers can be hurt.
Page 28: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your Buick, see the section after this one, called “Children.” Follow those rules for everyone’s protection.
Page 29: Lap-Shoulderbelt
Lap-Shoulder Belt ’ 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here’s how to wear it 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. properly.
Page 30 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies You can move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height force to the strong pelvic bones. And you'd be less that is right for you.
Page 31 To move up or down, squeeze the release handle. Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt When you release the handle, try to move down a little is properly positioned on your shoulder, away from your to make sure has locked into position.
Page 32 What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way.
Page 33 Q." What's wrong with this? The belt is buckled in the wrong place.
Page 34 What's wrong with this? The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times.
Page 35 What’s wrong with this? The belt is twisted across the body.
Page 36: Supplemental Restraint System (Air Bag)
The belt should go back out of the way. (Air Bags) This section explains the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), or “air bag,” system. Your Buick has an air bag for the driver and for the right-front passenger. Here’s the most important thing to know: Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way.
Page 38 Air Bag Readiness Light How The Air Bag System Works There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows INFLATABLE RESTRAINT. The system checks for electrical malfunctions, and the light tells you if there is a problem. INFL.
Page 39 When is an air bag expected to inflate? The air bag is designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. The air bag will only inflate if the velocity of the impact is above the designed threshold level. When impacting straight into a wall that does not move or deform, the threshold level for most GM vehicles is between 9 and 15 mph (14 and 23 km/h).
Page 40 In any particular crash, the determination of whether the how does an air bag restrain? air bag should have inflated cannot be based solely on In moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions, the level of damage on the vehicle(s). Inflation is even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or determined by the angle of the impact and the vehicle’s the instrument panel.
Page 41 What will you see after an air bag inflation? Your vehicle is equipped with a diagnostic module, which records information about the air bag system. After the air bag has inflated, it will then quickly The module records information about the readiness deflate.
Page 42 Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Buick Air bags affect how your Buick should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle. You don’t want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle.
Page 43: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. women.
Page 44 Lap Belt If your vehicle has a center passenger position, be sure to use the correct buckle when buckling your lap-shoulder belt. If find that the latch plate will not go fully into the buckle, see if you are using the buckle for the center passenger position.
Page 45 make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until Kear Seat Passengers the belt is snug. 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.
Page 46 Lap-Shoulder Belt When the lap belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. it does, let it go back all the way and start The positions next to the windows have lap-shoulder again. the belt is not long enough, see “Safety Belt belts.
Page 47 worn The lap part of the belt should be 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. you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 48: Children
Smaller Children and Babies Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.
Page 50: Child Restraints
Child Restraints Be sure to follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both. These restraints use the belt system in your vehicle, but the child also has to be secured within the restraint to help reduce the chance of personal injury.
Page 51 Buick put it If you your dealer for you. want to install an anchor yourself, your dealer can tell you how...
Page 52 For cars first sold in Canada, child restraints with a top You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier strap must be anchored according to Canadian Law. section about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Your dealer can obtain the hardware kit and install it for 1.
Page 53 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of positioned you would be able to unbuckle the retractor to set the lock. safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 54 To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint..7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure.
Page 55 remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. Securing a Child Restraint in Center Seat Position When you secure a child restraint in a center seating...
Page 56 4. Run the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the See tne earlier section about the strap if the child one. restraint. The child restraint instructions will show restraint has you how. 1. Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt.
Page 57 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. If the child restraint isn’t secure, turn the latch plate over and buckle it again. Then see if it secure. If it isn’t, secure the restraint a different place in the vehicle and contact the child restraint maker for their advice...
Page 58 6. Pull belt all the way out of the the rest of the If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child's face or retractor to set the lock. neck, put it behind the child restraint. 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.
Page 59 7. To tighten the belt, feed the belt back into the 8. Push and pull the child restraint in different retractor while down on the child restraint. you push directions to be sure is secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way.
Page 60: Largerchildren
Larger Children Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat. But they need to use the safety belts properly. Children who aren't buckled up can be thrown out in a crash. Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle's safety belts.
Page 61 &: What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck? Move the child toward the center of the vehicle, but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child’s shoulder, that in a crash the child’s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide.
Page 63: Safetybeltextender
Safety Belt Extender Checking Your Restraint Systems If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you Now and then, make sure all your belts, buckles, latch should use it. plates, retractors, anchorages and reminder systems are working properly. Look for any loose parts or damage. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your If you see anything that might keep a restraint system dealer will order you an extender.
Page 64: Replacing Safety Belts After A Crash
&.' What's wrong with this? Replacing Safety Belts After a Crash you've had a crash, do you need new belts? After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they would be if worn during a more severe crash, then you need new belts.
Page 65: This Part Tells You How To Use Your Seats And Safety Belts Properly. It Also Explains The "Srs" System. Featuresandcontrols
Part 2 Features and Controls 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...
Page 66: Keys
ignitio~ n keys are for Keys the i gnition only. The door keys are for the doors and all other locks. CAUTION: Leaving young children in vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed.
Page 67: Doorlocks
If you lose your keys, you’ll be able to have new ones made easily using these plugs. If your ignition keys don’t have plugs, go to your Buick dealer for the correct key code if you need a new ignition key.
Page 68 There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle: From the inside: to lock the door, move the lock control on the door down. From the outside: use your door key. To unlock the door, move the lock control on the door If your vehicle has a theft deterrent system and it is activated, unlock the doors only with the key or Remote...
Page 69 Power Door Locks You can program the automatic door lock feature to allow the doors to remain locked after you shift into “P” Push a power door lock (Park). switch to lock or unlock all To program the automatic door locks: of the doors.
Page 70 Trunk reprogram the door locks to lock and unlock when you shift in and out of (Park) do the following: “ P ’ Remote Trunk Release I. Close your doors and turn the ignition ON. The trunk release switch in 2.
Page 71 The TRUNK button is on Automatic Pull-Down Feature (Option) If you have this feature, it pulls the trunk lid closed. This allows you to gently push the trunk lid down and the pull-down feature then secures it completely. NOTICE: Do not slam your trunk lid down if you have the pull-down feature.
Page 72 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 your vehicle. Your Remote Keyless Entry System operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules.
Page 73 See the instructions on battery Theft Deterrent System replacement. If your Buick also has this option, the key tag will arm it Check the distance. You may be too far from your whenever the doors are closed and you push the LOCK vehicle.
Page 74 6 . Remove the jumper wire. (Note: The system will not operate if the jumper wire is still connected.) 7. Test the operation of both transmitters with the vehicle. ASSEMBLY LINE DIAGNOSTIC If the lock control does not work as it should, see your LINK (ALDL) CONNECTOR Buick dealer.
Page 75 replace the batteries: Battery Replacement Under normal use, the batteries in your key chain Remove the screw from transmitter should last about two years. the back cover. You can tell the batteries are weak if the transmitter Lift off the front cover, won’t work at the normal range in any location.
Page 76 Rear Door Security Lock 2. Then open the door from the outside. Your Buick is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors If you don’t cancel the security lock feature, adults or of your car from the inside.
Page 77 -- so don’t do it. When you park your Buick and open the driver’s door, You’ll be able to see where to put the door key when it’s you’ll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key dark, and the lights inside your Buick will go on.
Page 78 If your Buick has this option, it has a theft deterrent must still shut off the alarm by inserting the key in the alarm system. With this system, the “SECURITY” light door lock.
Page 79 PASS-Key@II If you set off the alarm by accident, unlock any door with your key. You can also turn off the alarm by using the Keyless Entry System, if you have it. The alarm won’t stop if you try to unlock a door any other way. How to Test The Alarm The alarm can be tested by first having the driver’s window down.
Page 80 If your vehicle does start, the first using the wrong key, it shuts down the vehicle’s starter ignition key may be faulty. See your Buick dealer or a and fuel systems. For about three minutes, the starter locksmith who can service the PASS-Key@II.
Page 81: Newvehiclebreak-In
New Vehicle “Break-In” Your square-headed key NOTICE: operates your ignition lock. Your modern Buick doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: 1. Don’t drive at any one speed fast or slow for the first 500 miles (804 km).
Page 82 (C) Off: This position lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel. It doesn’t lock the steering wheel like Lock. Use “Off’ if you must have your car in motion while the engine is off. (D) Run: This is the position for driving. (E) Start: This key position starts your engine.
Page 83: Startingtheengine
Retained Accessory Power (Option) NOTICE: After the ignition is turned off, and before any door is Don’t try to shift to “P” (Park) if your Buick is opened, the following systems will work for ten moving. If you do, you could damage the minutes: transaxle.
Page 84 3. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then Driving Through Deep Standing stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Water Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in “Start”...
Page 85: Shifting The Transaxle
The answer depends on the weather, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact a Buick dealer in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle. The dealer...
Page 86 You’re Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow” in the Index. Ensure the shift lever is fully in (Park) range before T ’ N (Neutral) starting the engine. Your Buick has a brake-transaxle In this position, your engine doesn connect with the fully apply your regular shift interlock. You have wheels.
Page 87 - Going less than about km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. - Going about 35 mph (56 k m / h ) or more, push the accelerator all the way down. You’ll shift down to the next gear and have more power.
Page 88 NOTICE: NOTICE: Don’t drive in “2” (Second Gear) for more than 5 If your front wheels can’t rotate, don’t try to miles (8 km), or at speeds over 55 mph (88 km/h), drive. This might happen if you were stuck in “@”...
Page 89 Parking Brake To release the parking brake: This vehicle has a push to release parking brake pedal. Hold the regular brake To set the parking brake: pedal down and push the parking brake pedal with your left foot. This will unlock the pedal. When you lift your Hold the regular brake left foot, the parking brake pedal will follow it to the pedal down with your right...
Page 90 2. Move the shift lever into (Park) position like Shifting Into (Park) “ P ’ this: 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. Pull the lever toward you.
Page 91 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running Move the lever up as far as it will go. If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine 3. Move the ignition key to “Lock.” running, be sure your vehicle is in “P” (Park) and your 4.
Page 92 Shifting Out of P (Park) Torque Lock you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your Your h i c k has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You transaxle into (Park) properly, the weight of the have to fully apply your regular brake before you can “...
Page 93 Engine Exhaust Parking Over Things That Burn...
Page 94 Running Your Engine While You’re Parked It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won’t move. See “Shifting Into ‘P’ (Park)” in the Index. If you are parking on a hill and if you’re pulling a trailer, also see “Towing a Trailer”...
Page 95: Windows
driver can still control all the windows with the switch Power Windows in the locked position. Push UNLOCK to allow your passengers to use their window switches again. Horn To sound the horn, press a pad with the horn symbol on either side of the steering wheel.
Page 96: Turn Signal/Headlight Beam Lever
Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator The Turn SignallHeadlight Beam Lever The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you The lever on the left side of the steering column to signal a or a lane change.
Page 97 If you have a trailer towing option with added wiring for A green arrow on the instrument panel will flash the trailer lights, a different turn signal flasher is used. in the direction of the turn With this flasher installed, the signal indicator will flash even if a turn signal bulb is burned out.
Page 98: Headlight High-Low Beam Changer
Headlight High-Low Beam You control the windshield wipers by turning the band marked “WIPER.” To change the headlights For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to “MIST.” from low beam to high or Hold it there until the wipers start, then let go. The high to low, pull the turn wipers will stop after one cycle.
Page 99 Driving without washer fluid can be dangerous. A bad Windshield Washer mud splash can block your vision. You could hit another At the top of the multifunction lever there’s a paddle vehicle or go off the road. Check your washer fluid level with the word “PUSH”...
Page 100: Cruisecontrol
Cruise Control NOTICE: With Cruise Control, you When using concentrated washer fluid, can maintain a speed of follow the manufacturer’s instructions for about 25 mph (40 km/h) or adding water. more without keeping your Don’t mix water with ready-to use washer foot on the accelerator.
Page 101 2. Get up to the speed you want. Push in the set button at the end of.the lever and To Set Cruise Control release it. (The “CRUISE’ light on the instrument panel will 1. Move the Cruise come on.) Control switch to “ON.” Take your foot off the...
Page 102 To Resume a Set Speed To Increase Speed While Using Cruise Control Suppose you set your Cruise Control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off There are two ways to go to a higher speed. Here’s the the Cruise Control.
Page 103 Here’s the second way to go to a higher speed: To Reduce Speed While Using Cruise Control 1. Move the Cruise There are two ways to reduce your speed wtiile using switch from “ON” to cruise control: “Resume/Accelerate.” Hold it there until you 1.
Page 104 To Get Out of Cruise Control Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the Cruise Control: Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow 1.
Page 105: Headlights
Press the PARK switch to turn the parking lights on. To Erase Speed Memory Press it again to turn them off. (If the parking lights When you turn off the Cruise Control or the ignition, or were turned on with the PARK switch, they must be shift into “P”...
Page 106 If you move the control all the way to MAX, your lights Courtesy Lights will remain on for three minutes after you turn off your When any door is opened, several lights go on. They engine. If you move the control almost all the way in the make it easy for you enter and leave the car.
Page 107 At dusk, if the Twilight Sentinel feature is turned on, the Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only) exterior lights will come on automatically and the low The Canadian Federal Government has decided that beams will change to full brightness. At dawn, the “Daytime Running Lights”...
Page 108 Rear Seat Reading Lights You may also have reading lights in the rear seat. Front seat reading lights are turned on by pressing the LAMP switch.
Page 109 Lamp Monitors (Option) Bulbs Monitored Indicator Bulbs Monitored High Beam Both Headlight High Beams Low Beam Both Headlight Low Beams 1 Front Left Turn/Park Left Turn 2 Rear Left Turn/Stop Right Turn 1 Front Right Turnpark 2 Rear Right Turn/Stop This system will let you know when certain exterior Tail 2 Tail Only...
Page 110: Mirrors
Mirrors The mirror mount is designed to detach during air bag deployment. Excessive force and/or excessive up, down, Manual Inside Mirror side-to-side adjustment can cause the mirror to detach from the windshield. If this occurs, re-install the mirror according to this procedure. Center the bottom of the mirror mount against the windshield at the top of the button.
Page 111 Reverse Gear Day Mode The reverse mode is another important feature of the Your Buick may have an automatic inside mirror. automatic mirror. When the shift lever is placed in “R” The automatic mirror adjusts for the glare of headlights (Reverse), the mirror changes to the day mode.
Page 112 There are two reading lights located on the rearview Remote Mirror Control mirror. Push the switch closest to the light to turn or off. Your Buick has an electric mirror control located on Cleaning Photocells the driver’s door. Use a cotton swab and glass cleaner to clean the two photocells that make the mirror work.
Page 113 Heated Outside Rearview Mirror (Option) Convenience Net (Option) If you have this option, the left outside mirror is heated when you activate the rear window defogger. Convex Outside Mirror Your right side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat.
Page 114 Astroroof (Option) Garage Door Opener Storage you have the Astroroof The garage door opener option, the switch is on the roof between the sun visors. It will open the astroroof when in Retained Accessory Power or when the ignition is To fully To use your garage door opener in the storage area, see open the glass panel and sunshade, press the...
Page 115 Pin Length 1. To place your garage Hole Location door opener in the Model storage area, carefully Chamberlain open the cover with a screwdriver, as shown. 54LM Insert a screwdriver in EZ-Lift the slot located above 1089 the word “GARAGE” 3089 and pry down on the Genie...
Page 116 3. Now on the install the selected Remove the backing from the adhesive strips panel and place your garage door opener on the pin into the specified hole on the lever as panel. indicated from the chart. 6. If the adhesive strips won't hold your opener in place, tie down loops may be used.
Page 117 Electronic Level Control This feature keeps the rear of your car level as the load changes. It is automatic you don't need to adjust anything. Storage Armrest 8. Snap the panel with your garage door opener into the cover. If your garage door opener doesn't work after installed, another and hole combination will have to...
Page 118 Each sun visor has two parts, so that both the windshield and door glass can be shaded at the same time. A folding handle over each rear door and the front passenger’s door can be used to help you get in or out of your Buick.
Page 119 Rear License Plate Holder Visor Vanity Mirror (Option) To use it, open the trunk lid and slide your license plate into the slot. Always close the trunk to prevent theft of the plate. Ashtrays This mirror is on the larger of the passenger’s sun visors.
Page 120 Cigarette Lighter It’s near the ashtray. To use one, push it in all the way and let go. When ready, will pop back by itself. it’s NOTICE: If you hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while heating, it won’t be able to back away from the heating element when it’s ready.
Page 121: Instrumentpanel
(used in the U.S.) or kilometers (used in Canada). Your Buick has a “tamper-resistant odometer.’’ If you can see very noticeable bright silver lines between the numbers, probably someone has tried to turn it back.
Page 122: Warning Lights, Gages And Indicators
Trip Odometer your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury. A trip odometer can tell how far you've driven since Warning lights go on when there may be or is a problem you last set it back to zero. To reset it, push the button. with one of your vehicle's functions.
Page 123 When you turn the engine off, the gage doesn’t go all the way back to “E”. Low Fuel Light (Option) If your Buick has this option, a yellow light near the fuel gage will go on when you are low on fuel.
Page 124 (See “Towing Your Car” in the Index.) BRAKE Your Buick’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.
Page 125 If the light still stays on, or comes on Some engine related problems may cause the again while you’re driving, your Buick needs service. If “TRACTION OFF’’ warning light to come on. the regular brake system warning light isn’t on, you still have brakes, but you don’t have anti-lock brakes.
Page 126 If the “TRACTION OFF” warning light comes on and Engine Coolant Temperature Gage stays on for an extended period of time, your vehicle needs service. Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light If you have the Gage Cluster, you have a gage that TEMP shows the engine coolant temperature.
Page 127 Engine Oil Pressure Light and Gage Low Coolant Warning Light When this light comes on, the cooling system is low on coolant. As a bulb check, it will come on COOLANT when the ignition in the RUN position and then go Off.
Page 128 “Check Oil Level” Light (Option) If you’re “idling” at a stop sign, the light may blink and then off. The “Check Oil Level” If you make a hard stop, the light may come on for a light is lit for three seconds moment.
Page 129 “Change Oil Soon” Light (Option) of the oil life has been used and each time the engine is started after that. the “Change Oil Soon” light is This light is activated by continuously, there is a problem with the Oil Life the engine oil life monitor Monitor System and service is required.
Page 130 Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service NOTICE: Engine Soon Light) If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after a while the emission controls won’t work as well, your fuel economy won’t be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly. This could SERVICE lead to costly repairs not covered by your SERVICE...
Page 131 Tachometer service, and you should take your Buick to the dealer at once. To save your battery until you get there, turn off all accessories and set your air system to OFF. Voltage Indicator The tachometer tells you how fast the engine is running.
Page 132 Door Ajar Light (Option) Trunk Ajar Light (Option) When the ignition is ON, If this light stays on with this light will stay on until the ignition ON, it means all the doors are closed and that the trunk lid is open or completely latched.
Page 133: Comfort Controls And Audio Systems
Part 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this part you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control systems and audio systems offered with your Buick . Be sure to read about the particular system supplied with your vehicle .
Page 134 R 134a refrigerant. Fresh air from outside your vehicle flows through your Buick when the car is moving. When the vehicle is not moving, you can get outside air to flow through by selecting any upper buttons (except the rear window defogger) and the HI fan speed.
Page 135 If your Buick has the Dual Automatic ComforTemp The air conditioning compressor operates when the outside temperature is above 45°F (7°C). Besides Climate Control option, looks like this: cooling, this is used to dehumidify and filter the air. The compressor works when AUTO, HTR, DEFOG or defrost is selected.
Page 136 When the system is OFF, the ventilation system will To adjust the temperature to a comfortable level, push COOL either or WARM. allow air to flow through your Buick when the vehicle is moving. You can choose a temperature between 60 O F C) for 90" F maximum cooling, and (33°C) for maximum...
Page 137 Auto To find your comfort zone, start with AUTO, give the car about minutes to stabilize, and adjust the AUTO is used when you temperature setting if necessary. want the system to adjust In cold weather the system will delay turning on the fan, automatically to changes in to avoid blowing cold air.
Page 138 Dual Zone The right front seat passenger can also activate The front seat passenger the DUAL ZONE function can control the air by pressing the WARM or temperature in their COOL buttons on the seating area. passenger door. The indicator above the control will show the difference from the main temperature setting.
Page 139 If you want the blower fan Econ to run at a lower speed, You can use ECON when push the LO button. The you don’t need to cool the blower speed will decrease outside air. The system will with every push of the work like the AUTO mode button until the lowest without cooling.
Page 140 Defog Defrost When the outside This setting directs most of the air flow toward the temperature is mild, use DEFOG to keep fog off the windshield. Use DEFROST windshield. when there is fog or ice on the windshield. Air entering the vehicle will be evenly split between the Defrost will work better if any ice and snow is cleared from the hood and the air inlet area between the hood floor outlets and the outlets near the windshield.
Page 141 If your Buick has the Electronic Touch Climate Control System, the following information tells you how it works. After 10 minutes, it will go off by itself, or pressing the button again during the heating cycle will shut it off.
Page 142 When the system is off, the ventilation system will allow VENT, HEAT and DEFROST settings. Adjust the air to flow through your Buick when the vehicle is temperature control for comfort. You’ll get better fuel moving. The system will try to keep the air at the chosen economy (gas mileage) if you’re not cooling the outside...
Page 143 Vent This setting provides maximum cooling with the least For mild outside temperatures when little heating or amount of work. MAX recirculates much of the air cooling is needed, use the VENT setting. Air will flow inside your vehicle so it maximizes your air through the instrument panel outlets.
Page 144 After 10 minutes, it will go off by itself, or pressing the Defog button again during the heating cycle will shut it off. When the outside temperature is mild, use Defog to If you need additional warming time, push the keep the fog off the windshield.
Page 145 AM Stereo Audio Systems This means the Delco@ system can receive C-QUAM@ Your Delco@ audio system has been designed to operate stereo broadcasts. Many AM stations around the country easily and give years of listening pleasure. You will get use C-QUAM@ to produce stereo, though some do not. the most enjoyment out of it if ac uaint yourself (C-QUAM@ is a registered trademark of Motorola, Inc.)
Page 146 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 properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s engine, Delco@ radio or other systems, and even damage them.
Page 147 Pushbuttons It allows you to hear the other side of a tape. (Press the knob while a cassette is playing.) The four pushbuttons let you return to favorite stations. You can set the pushbuttons for up to fourteen stations When the radio is playing, with the time displayed, it (7 AM and 7 FM).
Page 148 To Play A Cassette Clock To set the clock: Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than Press the SET button. that are so thin they may not work well in this player. Within 5 seconds, press and hold SCAN until the With the radio on, press a tape into the slot marked correct hour appears on the display.
Page 149 Reverse rapidly reverse the tape, press 4 and the tape will rapidly go backward until you press the b button or STOP-EJECT lightly. Program To go from one side of the tape to the other, press the RCL-PROG (upper knob). Note the lighted arrows next to the b and 4.
Page 150 Fade The Upper Knob The upper knob does these things: The control behind the lower knob moves the sound between your front and rear speakers. Notice the display It controls the volume. The volume knob increases arrows to see how FADE is set. and decreases volume when it is held slightly rotated against the spring load.
Page 151 Pushbuttons Treble Adjust the treble response up or down. If the station is The five pushbuttons let you return to favorite stations. can set the pushbuttons for up to fifteen stations weak or noisy, adjust the treble down to reduce the noise. ( 5 AM and 10 FM).
Page 152 Program Previous go from one side of the tape the other, press the hear a passage on the tape that has just played, press PROG button. The PROG button will also stop REV, PREV and the tape will back up and stop, at either the FWD, PREV or NEXT and play the tape.
Page 153 It allows you to mute the radio or CD player. Press to mute; press again listen. Balance The control behind the upper knob allows you to balance the sound between the right and left speakers. Notice the display arrow to see where the balance is set. The Lower Knob Turn the lower knob to tune radio stations.
Page 154 Whenever you press that button, the preset station will Recall return. When the ignition is off, push RCL to display the time. With the radio on, and the time displayed, push RCL to Clock see the frequency. To set the clock: Seek 4 or b Press the SET pushbutton.
Page 155 To Play A Compact Disc Recall Press RCL to see what track is playing. Press it again Before you begin, please note: DO NOT use mini-discs 5 seconds to see how long the CD has been within that are called singles. They won’t eject. Use full-size playing that track.
Page 156 Stop/Play Reverse Press ST/PL the disc will stop and the radio will play. Press and hold REV to return rapidly to a favorite Press ST/PL again to restart the disc at the point where it passage in a track. Release it to play the passage. Note the seconds counter reading in the display.
Page 157 Steering Wheel Controls To increase or decrease the volume, press the pad marked VOL The pad marked TEMP or allows you to select t‘ higher or lower temperature for the climate control system. Anti-Theft Feature Delco-Loc I1 is a security feature for the compact disc player.
Page 158 To Unlock The System After a Power Loss Press preset 1 and 4 buttons together. Hold them until shows on the display (at least seconds). “---” to a When battery power is reapplied secured radio, the You are now ready to enter your secret code. If you radio won’t turn on and “LOC”...
Page 159 Disabling The Theft System Care of Your Cassette Tape Player Press preset buttons 1 and 4, for 5 seconds with the ignition “On” and radio power “Off’. The display will show “SEC”, indicating the unit is in the secure mode. “000”.
Page 160 Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling Your tape player should be cleaned regularly each month or after every 15 hours of use. If you notice a discs. Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge.
Page 161 2. Dampen a clean cloth with mineral spirits or NOTICE: equivalent solvent. Don’t lubricate the power antenna. Lubrication 3. Wipe cloth over the could damage it. ,ing mast sections, remov any dirt. NOTICE: Before entering an automatic car wash, turn off your radio to make the power antenna go down.
Page 162 I931 Buick Model 90...
Page 163: Yourdrivingandtheroad
Part 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions We’ve also included many other useful tips on driving Part 4 includes: ..............DefensiveDriving .
Page 164: Defensivedriving
Vision 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 165 Police records show that almost half of all motor vehicle-related deaths involve alcohol a driver, a passenger or someone else, such as pedestrian, had been drinking. In most cases, these deaths are the result of someone who was drinking and driving. About 20,000 motor vehicle-related deaths occur each year because alcohol, and thousands...
Page 166 It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if in some other countries it’s lower than that. The BAC the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces will be over 0.10 percent after three to six drinks (in one or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour, the person’s hour).
Page 167: Controlofavehicle
Control of a Vehicle There’s something else about drinking and driving that many people don’t know. Medical research shows that You have three systems that make your vehicle go where alcohol in a person’s system can make crash injuries want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and worse.
Page 168: Braking
Braking Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction -- rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a time. mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops.
Page 169 Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your Buick has an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent skidding. ANT‘ LOCK ANTI LOCK This light on the instrument panel will go on when you start your vehicle. Here’s how anti-lock works. Let’s say the road is wet.
Page 170 A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at the Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need rear wheels.
Page 171 limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically traction control system off if you ever need to. (You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck disengage. When road conditions allow you to safely in sand, mud, ice or snow. See “Rocking Your Vehicle’’ use it again, you may re-engage the cruise control.
Page 172: Steering
Braking in Emergencies The traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface, the angle at Use your anti-lock braking system when you need to. which the curve is banked, and your speed. While With anti-lock, you can steer and brake at the same you’re in a curve, speed is the one factor you can time.
Page 173 That’s the time for evasive action steering around the problem. Your Buick can perform very well in emergencies like The fact that such emergency situations are always these. First apply your brakes. It is better to remove as possible is a good reason to practice defensive driving at much speed as you can from a possible collision.
Page 174: Passing
Off-Road Recovery Passing You may find sometime that your right wheels have The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, you’re driving.
Page 175: Lossofcontrol
ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass inside mirror, activate your right lane change signal while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, and move back into the right lane. (Remember that following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you’re following a larger vehicle.
Page 176 While driving on a surface with reduced traction, try The three types of skids correspond to your Buick’s your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, or three control systems. In the braking skid your wheels braking (including engine braking by shifting to a lower aren’t rolling.
Page 177: Drivingatnight
Driving at Night Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlights behind you. Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Your headlights can light up only so much road ahead.
Page 178: Drivingintherain
your eyes to readjust to the dark. When you are faced Driving in the Rain with severe glare (as from a driver who doesn’t lower the high beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlights), slow down a little. Avoid staring directly into the approaching lights.
Page 179 Driving too fast through large water puddles or even The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain going through some car washes cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes.
Page 180 Some Other Rainy Weather Tips Hydroplaning Turn on your low-beam headlights -- not just your Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up parking lights -- to help make more visible to under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you’re others.
Page 181: Citydriving
City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out for 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 182: Freewaydriving
Freeway Driving 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. Too-fast or too-slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow. Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane.
Page 183 If it needs service, have it done before starting out. Of course, you’ll find experienced and able service experts in Buick dealerships all across North America. They’ll be ready and willing to help if you need it.
Page 184: Hillandmountainroads
Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads Is 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 of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy.
Page 185 Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle. These parts can work hard on mountain roads. Know how to go down hills. The most important thing to know is this: let your engine do some slowing down.
Page 186: Winterdriving
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 sure be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag your engine coolant mix is correct.
Page 187 Driving on Snow or Ice What’s the worst time for this? “Wet ice.” Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the road probably have good traction.
Page 188 If You’re Caught in a Blizzard Your anti-lock brakes improve your ability to make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have the anti-lock braking system, you’ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement. See “Anti-lock”...
Page 189 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. You can run the engine to keep warm, but be careful.
Page 190 Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty. To pull a trailer correctly, follow the advice in this section, and see your Buick dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle...
Page 191 Your car can tow a trailer if it is equipped with the 3800 If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer (L27) engine or (L67) Supercharged engine and proper If you do, here are some important points. trailer towing equipment. To identify what the vehicle There are many different laws having to do with trailering capacity is for your vehicle, you should read trailering.
Page 192 You can ask your dealer for our trailering information advice, or you write us at Buick Motor Division, Customer Assistance Center, 902 E. Hamilton Avenue, MI 48550. Flint, In Canada, write to General Motors of Canada Limited, Customer Assistance Center, 1908 Colonel Sam Drive, Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7.
Page 193 After you’ve loaded your trailer, weigh the trailer and the hitch. If you don’t seal them, deadly carbon then the tongue, separately, to see if the weights are monoxide (CO) from your exhaust can get into your proper. If they aren’t, you may be able to get them right vehicle (see “Carbon Monoxide’’...
Page 194 the trailer brakes so you’ll be able to install, adjust and Following Distance maintain them properly. Because you have anti-lock Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you brakes, do not try to tap into you vehicle’s brake system. would when driving your vehicle without a trailer.
Page 195 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer down, you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well. When you tow a trailer, your vehicle has to have a On a long uphill grade, shift down to “D or 3” (Drive) different turn signal flasher and extra wiring.
Page 196 When You Are Ready to Leave After Maintenance When Trailer Towing Parking on a Hill Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down on this.
Page 197: Problemsontheroad
Part 5 Problems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road Part 5 includes: ..Hazard Warning Flashers ..........Other Wa-ning Devices .
Page 198: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lights will flash on and off.
Page 199: Other Wa-Ning Devices
Press the button in to make turn off the flashers, your front and rear turn pull out on the collar. signal lights flash on and off. Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key isn’t in. When the hazard warning flashers are your turn signals won’t work.
Page 200: Jump"Starting
Buick. But please follow the steps below to do it safely. by your warranty. Trying to start your Buick by pushing or pulling won’t work, and it could damage your vehicle.
Page 201 You could be injured if the vehicles roll. Set the parking brake firmly on each vehicle. Put an “P” automatic transaxle in (Park) or a manual transaxle in “N” (Neutral). Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Turn off the radios and all lights that aren’t needed.
Page 202 Before you connect the cables, here are some basic things you should know. Positive will go to positive (+) and negative will go to negative or a metal engine part. Don’t connect you’ll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts, too.
Page 203 6. Connect the red positive 8. Now connect the black cable to the positive negative cable to the good battery's negative terminal of the vehicle with the dead terminal. battery. Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one. Don't let the other end touch anything until the next step.
Page 204 Attach the cable at least 12. Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent 18 inches (45 cm) away electrical shorting. Take care that they don’t touch from the dead battery, each other or any other metal. but not near engine parts that move.
Page 205: Towingyourbuick
Try to have a G M dealer or a professional towing lamps, aero skirting, or special tires and wheels, these service tow your Buick. The usual towing equipment is instructions and illustrations may not be correct. wheel-lift (B) or car carrier (C) tow...
Page 206 key off. When your vehicle is being towed, have the ignition The steering wheel should clamped in straight-ahead position, with a clamping device designed for towing service. Do not use the vehicle’s steering column lock for this. The transaxle should be in Neutral and the parking brake released. Don’t have your vehicle towed on the front wheels, unless you must.
Page 207 Position a 4” x 4” wood beam across the sling chains Front Towing Hookups contacting the bottom of the radiator support. Position Attach “T” hook chains the lower sling crossbar just behind the rear edge of the behind the front wheels into front bumper.
Page 208 Rear Towing Hookups Position the lower sling crossbar directly under the rear bumper. A 4” x 4” wood beam is not needed. Attach “T” hook chains to the slots in the bottom of the floor pan of the rear wheels on both sides. Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end of each lower control arm.
Page 209: Engineoverheating
You will find a warning light about a hot engine on your you keep If your engine catches fire because Buick instrument panel and if you have the optional driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be gage cluster, a coolant temperature gage. You will also badly damaged.
Page 210 get the overheat warning with no sign of steam, try this for a minute or so: 1. Turn your air conditioner. 2. Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary. 3.
Page 211 The coolant level should be at or above “FULL COLD.” it isn’t, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until cools down.
Page 212 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant NOTICE: Recovery Tank In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Use isn’t at or above the “FULL COLD” mark, add a 50/50 the recommended coolant.
Page 213 When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at or above the “FULL COLD” mark, start your vehicle. If the overheat warning continues, there’s one more thing you can try. You can add the proper coolant mix directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it.
Page 214 How to Add Coolant to the Radiator " I 3. Fill the radiator with the proper can remove the radiator pressure cap when the mix, up to the base cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap of the filler neck. and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot.
Page 215 Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine fans. By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper mix through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck.
Page 216: Ifatiregoesflat
If a Tire Goes Flat Then replace the pressure cap. At It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, any time during this especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes procedure if coolant out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly. begins to flow out But if you should ever have a “blowout,”...
Page 217: Changingaflattire
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. The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change tire.
Page 218 Start with the jack and the wheel wrench. The equipment you'll need is in the trunk.
Page 219 Buick has a wheel cover, you must take it off to The jack has a bolt at the end. Attach the reach the wheel nuts. wheel wrench to the jack bolt. If your vehicle has an aluminum wheel with a center cover, remove it using the flat end of the wheel wrench.
Page 220 If your vehicle has this Use the wire wheel key aluminum wheel, you may wrench to remove the wire have plastic wheel nut caps. wheel cover. Use the wheel nut wrench to remove the wheel nut caps and to loosen the wheel nuts.
Page 221 Remove the theft deterrent wheel nut, by placing the key end of the wire wheel key wrench over the nut and turning it to the left. Pull off the wire wheel cover. Note: When reppacing the wheel cover, carefully line up the tire valve stem and the notch in .
Page 222 Position the jack under the NOTICE: vehicle. There is a notch in the frame near each of the Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly wheels. Fit the top of the positioned will damage the vehicle or may allow jack into the notch nearest the vehicle to fall off the jack.
Page 223 Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces or spare wheel.
Page 224 Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface. Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Lower the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench Tighten each nut by hand counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. until the wheel is held against the hub.
Page 225 Tighten the wheel nuts Don’t try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare firmly in a criss-cross tire. It won’t fit. Store the wheel cover in the trunk until sequence as shown. you have the flat tire repaired or replaced. Wheel covers won’t fit on your compact spare.
Page 226: Compact Spare Tire
Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare 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 227: If You're Stuck In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or NOTICE: Snow Don’t take your compact spare through an What you don’t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is automatic car wash with guide rails. The to spin your wheels. The method known as “rocking” compact spare can get caught on the rails.
Page 228 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. You should turn Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your your traction control system off. (See “Traction Control vehicle as well as the tires.
Page 229: Serviceand Appearancecare
Part 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about the care of your Buick This part begins with service and fuel information. and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels . There is also technical information about your vehicle.
Page 230: Service
Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll want to get the proper Buick Service Manual. It tells you much more about how to service your Buick than this NOTICE: manual can.
Page 231: Fuel
and you don’t have to buy a higher octane fuel to get rid Fuel pinging. It’s the heavy, constant knock that means have a problem. 3800 (L27) Engine What about gasoline with blending materials that The 8th digit your Vehicle Identification Number contain oxygen (oxygenates), such MTBE or alcohol? your...
Page 232 Gasolines for Cleaner Fuel use of Your gasoline with deposit control additives will 3800 Supercharged (L67) Engine help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and The 8th digit of your Vehicle Identification Number fuel system. That helps keep your engine in tune and (VIN) shows the code letter for your engine.
Page 233 Gasolines for Cleaner Air But don’t worry if you hear a little pinging noise when you’re accelerating or driving up a hill. That’s normal Your use of gasoline with deposit control additives will and you don’t have to buy a higher octane fuel to get rid help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and of pinging.
Page 234 Fuels in Foreign Countries Filling Your Tank plan driving in another country outside the U.S. or Canada, unleaded fuel may be hard to find. Do not use leaded gasoline. If you use even one tankful, your emission controls won’t work well or at all. With continuous use, spark plugs can get fouled, the exhaust system can corrode, and your engine oil can deteriorate quickly.
Page 235 Or, you can use the release lever in the trunk. The release button for the fuel door is to the left of the steering column. While refueling, hang the cap inside the fuel door.
Page 236: Hoodrelease
Be careful not to spill gasoline. Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soon as possible. See “Cleaning the Outside of Your Buick” in the Index. When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right until you hear a clicking noise.
Page 237 this lever as you Lift up lift up the hood. Then go to the front of the vehicle and locate the secondary hood release. It is under the front edge of the grille.
Page 238 Engine Accessory Belt The 3800 (L27) engine uses an engine accessory belt. This diagram shows the features connected by the belt routing. See “Maintenance Schedule” in the Index for when to check the belt. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly.
Page 239 One belt drives the generator and the power Your Park Avenue Ultra has a 3800 Supercharged steering pump. The second belt drives the supercharger, engine. Buick chose supercharging rather than coolant pump and air conditioning compressor. Each turbocharging because Buick emphasizes smooth, belt has its own tensioner and idler pulley.
Page 240: Engineoil
Supercharger Oil 3. Remove the oil fill plug using a 3/16 allen wrench. 4. The oil level is correct when it just reaches the Unless are technically qualified and have the proper the threads of the inspection hole. bottom tools, you should let your dealer or a qualified service center perform this maintenance.
Page 241 When to Add 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 the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you’ll need to be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground.
Page 242 What Kind of Oil to Use RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS Beginning midyear 1993, oils of the proper quality for FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE. your vehicle will be identified with this new “starburst”...
Page 243 These three things are usually included in a doughnut As shown in the chart, SAE 1OW-30 is best for your .vehicle. However, you can use SAE 5W-30 if it’s going shaped logo (symbol) on most containers. If you cannot find oils with the “starburst” symbol, you should look to be colder than 60°F (16°C) before your next oil for oils with the doughnut shaped symbol, containing change.
Page 244 (12 500 km) or 12 months -- whichever comes first. Don’t add anything your oil. Your Buick dealer is Change the filter at the first oil change and at every ready to advise if you think something should be added.
Page 245: Aircleaner
What to Do with Used Oil Air Cleaner Did you know that used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer? Don’t let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner.
Page 246: Automatic Transaxle Fluid
See “Scheduled Maintenance Services’’ in the Index. How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at a Buick dealership Service Department. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get a false reading on the dipstick.
Page 247 Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear range, pausing for about fluid level if you have been driving: three seconds in each range. Then, position the shift When outside temperatures are above 90°F (32°C).
Page 248 2. Push it back in all the way, wait three seconds and How to Add Fluid then pull it back again. Refer the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants’’ in the Index. If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level into the cross-hatched area on the dipstick.
Page 249: Enginecoolant
“Engine Overheating” in the Index. The proper coolant for your Buick will: Give freezing protection down to -34°F (-37 “ C ) . Give boiling protection up to 262°F (128 “C). Protect against rust and corrosion.
Page 250 Adding Coolant COOLANT If this light comes on, it means you’re low on engine coolant. To Add Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper mix at the The coolant recovery tank is located at the left of the coolant recovery tank.
Page 251 Radiator Pressure Cap Your radiator pressure cap is a 15 psi (1 05 kPa) pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed loss to prevent coolant and possible engine damage from overheating. Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck.
Page 252: Powersteeringfluid
Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment is cool, the level should be at the “FULL COLD” mark. What to Add Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. NOTICE: When adding power steering fluid or making a complete fluid change, always use the proper...
Page 253: Windshield Washer Fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid NOTICE: To Add When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for Open the cap labeled adding water. “WASHER FLUID ONLY.” Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer Add washer fluid until the fluid. Water can cause the solution bottle is full.
Page 254: Brakes
Brakes fluid is leaking out of the brake system. If it is, you should have your brake system fixed, since a leak means Brake Master Cylinder 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’ Your brake master cylinder is here.
Page 255 Brake Wear DOT-3 When you do need brake fluid, use only brake Your Buick has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. fluid -- such as Delco Supreme (GM Part Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a No.
Page 256 Vehicles we design and test have top-quality GM brake your brakes. parts in them, as your Buick does when it is new. When Your rear drum brakes don’t have wear indicators, but if you replace parts of your braking system -- for example,...
Page 257: Battery
Battery Every new Buick has a Delco Freedom’ battery. 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 catalog number shown on the original battery’s label.
Page 258: Bulbreplacement
Remove the retainers by turning in a counter-clockwise Headlamp Bulb Replacement direction. Each headlamp is attached by retainers with round plastic knobs. Lift the headlamp away from the car.
Page 259 Turn the bulb socket 1/4 Taillamp Bulb Replacement turn counter-clockwise, Open the trunk. On either while pressing it firmly. side of the rear of the trunk Remove the wire connector are two plastic nuts. from the bulb by lifting the Remove only the side that lock tab and pulling it away you need to access.
Page 260: Loading Your Vehicle
Loading Your Vehicle TIRE-LOADING INFORMATION OCCUPANTS VEHICLE CAP. WT. CTR. FRT. TOTAL LBS. MAX. LOADING & GVWR SAME AS VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT COLD TIRE TIRE SIZE PRESSURE SPEED PSliKPa FRT. SPA. IF TIRES ARE HOT, ADD 4PS1/28KPa SEE OWNER'S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL \]]!mlp INFORMATION ,j;;f&ip...
Page 261 MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP GAWR RR DATE GVWR GAWR FRT THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLI- CABLE U.S. FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY, BUMPER, AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE. NOTICE: The other label is the Certification label, found on the Your warranty does not cover parts rear edge of the driver’s door.
Page 262: Tires
These tires are warranted by the tire manufacturers and their warranties are delivered with every Buick. If your spare tire is a different brand than your road tires, you will have a tire warranty folder from each of these...
Page 263 Inflation Tire Pressure The Tire-Loading Information label which is located 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 a mile. NOTICE: Don’t let anyone tell you that underinflation &...
Page 264 When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. Don’t forget your compact spare tire. It should be at 60 psi (420 Wa). FRONT How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. Simply looking at the tires will not tell you the pressure, especially if you have radial tires -- which may look properly inflated even if they’re underinflated.
Page 265 When It’s Time for New Tires One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 2/32 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. You need a new tire if You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire.
Page 266 The tire has a puncture, cut, or other damage that can’t be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage. Buying New Tires 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.
Page 267 graded 100. The relative performance tires depends which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and and A represent higher levels of performance on the may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.
Page 268 If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your Buick dealer if any of these conditions exist. NOTICE: Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need.
Page 269 Used Replacement Wheels Tire Chains NOTICE: If your Buick has P215/70R15 size tires, don’t use tire chains; they can damage your vehicle. If you have other tires, use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use only SAE Class “S”...
Page 270: Appearancecare
Benzene dirt. Wipe vinyl or leather with a clean, damp cloth. Naphtha Your Buick dealer has two GM cleaners, a solvent-type spot lifter and a foam-type powdered cleaner. They will Carbon Tetrachloride clean normal spots and stains very well. Do not use Acetone them on vinyl or leather.
Page 271 Use solvent-type cleaners in a well-ventilated area NOTICE: only. If you use them, don’t saturate the stained area. If a ring forms after spot cleaning, clean the entire Be careful with a hair dryer or heat lamp. You area immediately or it will set. could scorch the fabric.
Page 272 Special Cleaning Problems If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine, treat the area with a waterbaking soda solution: Greasy or Oily Stains 1 teaspoon ( 5 ml) of baking soda to 1 cup (250 ml) of lukewarm water. Such as grease, oil, butter, margarine, shoe polish, coffee with cream, chewing gum, cosmetic creams, If needed, clean lightly with solvent-type cleaner.
Page 273 Care of Safety Belts For stubborn stains, use a mild solution of 10% isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol) and water. Keep belts clean and dry. Never use oils, varnishes, solvent-based or abrasive cleaners, furniture polish or shoe polish on leather. Soiled leather should be cleaned immediately. If dirt is allowed to work into finish, it can harm the leather.
Page 274 Finish Care Cleaning the Outside of Your Buick Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your Buick may The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish. of color, gloss retention and durability.
Page 275 White Sidewall Tires Machine compounding or aggressive polishing a basecoatlclearcoat paint finish may dull the Your Buick dealer has a GM White Sidewail %e finish or leave swirl marks. Cleaner. You can use a stiff brush with the cleaner. Weatherstrips...
Page 276 Underbody Maintenance Although no defect in the paint job causes this, Buick will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within control can collect on the underbody.
Page 277 Appearance Care and Maintenance Materials Not recommended for pigskin suede leather.
Page 278: Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)
This is the legal identifier for your Buick. It appears on Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle. a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side.
Page 279: Fusesandcircuitbreakers
Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to Remove the cover to access the fuses. put the cover add anything electrical to your Buick, see “Servicing on, insert the tabs into the lower part of the fuse panel Your Air Bag-Equipped Buick” in the Index.
Page 280 If these require Power Windows and Other Power Options service, see your Buick dealer. Circuit breakers in the fuse panel protect the power Maxifuse/Relay Center windows and other power accessories. When the current...
Page 281 Fuse Usage Description Description Uplevel HVAC/Lamp Monitor/Oil Level/Low BRKR Power Window/Sunroof Coolant Not Used BRKR - Power Seats ABS/CCR Transmission/Cooling Fans Not Used Not Used Base HVAC Not Used SIR DERM/Crank Courtesy Lamps/Power Mirrors Signal/Cornering/Back-up Lamps Brake & Hazard Lamps Park Lamps Cluster/Telltale/Chime/HTD Seat/Day-Nig...
Page 282 Park Avenue Dimensions Inches Unless Otherwise Noted Overall: Interior Rear: ..........Length 205.2 Leg Room 41.6 ..........38.8 Width 73.6...
Page 283 Replaceable Light Bulbs Application Application Number Interior Illumination Exterior ......Ashtray Headlight .
Page 284: Capacities And Specifications
Air Conditioning Refrigerants Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant is used. If you’re not sure ask your Buick dealer. For additional information, see your “Warranty and Owner Assistance Information” booklet.
Page 285: Maintenanceschedule
Part 7 Maintenance Schedule This part covers the maintenance required for your Buick Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety. dependability and emission control performance Part 7 includes: Introduction ..............
Page 286: Introduction
Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Buick dealer, the place many GM owners choose to Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See have their maintenance work done. Your dealer can be your Buick dealer for details.
Page 287: Your Vehicle And The Environment
Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. All recommended maintenance procedures are important. Improper vehicle maintenance or the removal of important components can significantly affect the quality of_the air we breathe.
Page 288 “Section C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections” explains important inspections that your Buick dealer’s service “Section E: Maintenance Record” provides a place for department or another qualified service center should you to record the maintenance performed on your perform.
Page 289: Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services
Schedule I should have done and when you should schedule them. Your Buick dealer knows your vehicle best and wants Is any one of these true for your vehicle? you to be happy with it. If you go to your dealer for your Most trips are less than 4 miles (6 km).
Page 290 Scheduled Maintenance Services Schedule I ~~~~ Follow Schedule I if your car is MAINLY driven under one or more of the following conditions: When most trips are less than miles (6 kilometers). When most trips are less than 10 miles (16 kilometers) and outside temperatures remain below freezing. When most trips include extended idling and/or frequent low-speed operation as in stop-and-go traffic.
Page 291 TO BE SERVICED MILES (000) WHEN TO PERFORM (See Explanation of Miles (kilometers) or 18 21 24 27 30 33 45 48 Scheduled Maintenance Months, Whichever Services Following KILOMETERS (000) Schedules I and Occurs First Item No. See Explanation of Scheduled 6.
Page 292 Scheduled Maintenance Services Schedule I1 Follow Schedule I1 ONLY if none of the driving conditions specified in Schedule I apply. TO BE SERVICED MILES (000) WHEN TO PERFORM (See Explanation of Miles (kilometers) or Scheduled Maintenance Months, Whichever Services Following KILOMETERS (000) Schedules I and 11) Occurs First...
Page 293 TO BE SERVICED MILES (000) WHEN TO PERFORM (See Explanation of 22.5 37.5 Miles (kilometers) or Scheduled Maintenance Months, Whichever Services Following KILOMETERS (000) Schedules I and Occurs First Item No. 12.5 37.5 62.5 8. Spark Plug Wire Inspection*? Every 30 000 mi. 000 k m ) 9.
Page 294: Explanation Of Scheduled Maintenance Services
Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance 2. Chassis Lubrication Lubricate the transaxle shift linkage, parking brake cable guides, underbody Services contact points and linkage. If your vehicle is Following are explanations of the services listed in equipped with grease fittings, lubricate the Schedule I and Schedule 11.
Page 295 7. Spark Plug Replacement* -- Replace spark plugs Inspect hoses and replace if they are cracked, swollen with the proper type. See “Specifications Chart” in or deteriorated. Tighten screw-type hose clamps. Clean the outside of the radiator and air conditioning the Index.
Page 296: Section B: Owner Checks And Services
Section B: Owner Checks and At Each Fuel Fill (It is important for you or a service station attendant to perform these Services underhood checks at each fuel fill.) Listed below are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help WHAT TO DO ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle.
Page 297: Atleastonceamonth
At Least Once a Year At Least Once a Month CHECK OR WHAT TO DO WHAT TO DO SERVICE CHECKOR SERVICE Key Lock Lubricate the key lock cylinders with Check tire inflation. Make sure they are Tire Inflation the lubricant specified in Section Cylinders inflated to the pressures specified on the Tire-Loading Information label located...
Page 298 CHECK WHAT TO DO WHAT TO DO SERVICE Brake-Transmission While parked, and with the parking Steering Column Shift Interlock Lock brake set, try to turn the key to “LOCK” BTSI (Automatic) in each shift lever position. The key should turn to “LOCK” only when the shift lever is in “...
Page 299 CHECK OR WHAT TO DO WHAT TO DO SERVICE CHECKOR SERVICE least every spring, use plain water to Underbody Parking Brake and flush any corrosive materials from the Flushing Automatic underbody. Take care clean Transmission “P” thoroughiy any areas where mud and (Park) Mechanism other debris can collect.
Page 300: Section C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections
Section Periodic Maintenance INSPECTION WHAT SHOULD BE DONE Inspections OR SERVICE Steering, Suspen- Inspect the front and rear suspension Listed below are inspections and services which should sion and Front- and steering system for damaged, loose be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each Wheel-Drive Axle or missing parts, signs of wear, or lack spring and fall).
Page 301: Section D: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Section D: Recommended Fluids and INSPECTION WHAT SHOULD BE DONE Lubricants OR SERVICE Inspect the complete system. Inspect Brake System NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, brake lines and hoses for proper [nspection part number or specification may be obtained from your hookup, binding, leaks,...
Page 302 USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Parking Brake Chassis lubricant (GM Part Hood Latch Guides 1052497 or equivalent) or lubricant Assembly meeting requirements of NLGI Grade a. Pivots and a. Engine oil. 2, Category LB or GC-LB. Spring Anchor Power Steering GM Hydraulic Power Steering Fluid b.
Page 303: Section E: Maintenance Record
Section E: Maintenance Record from the Schedule or Schedule I1 maintenance charts which correspond to the maintenance performed. Also, After the scheduled services are performed, record the you should retain all maintenance receipts. Your owner date, odometer reading and who performed the service information portfolio is a convenient place to store in the columns indicated.
Page 304 Maintenance Record...
Page 305: Customer Assistance Information
Part 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Buick if you need assistance. This part also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. Part 8 includes: ............. .
Page 306 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 Flint, MI 48550. (French). A listing o f all Buick Zone Offices and offices outside In Mexico, call (525) 254-3777 In Puerto Rico or U.S. the U.S. which can assist you can also be found in the Virgin Islands, call 1-809-763- 13 15.
Page 307 General Motors. us. Please call us at 1-800-52 1-7300 , or write: To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Buick Motor Division Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in the Customer Assistance Center Washington, D.C. area) or write to: 902 E.
Page 308 Buick owners, 24-hour a day, 365 days Courtesy Transportation is Buick’s way of extending the a year, including weekends and holidays.
Page 309 Most bulletins apply to conditions affecting a small Information on how to obtain Product Service number of cars or trucks, Your Buick dealer or a qualified Publications, Subscriptions and Indexes as described technician may have to determine if a specific bulletin below is applicable only in the fifty U.S.
Page 310 Ordering information so you can buy the specific Copies of Indexes and individual PSP’s are at your PSP’s you may want. participating Buick dealer. You can ask to see them. Price information for the PSP’s you may want to buy. A VERY IMPORTANT REMINDER: These PSP’s are How You Can Get an Index: meant for technicians.
Page 313: Index
Part 9 INDEX Retained ........... . . Accessory Power Assistance.
Page 314 Capacities and Specifications Chart ....282 Inside Your Buick ......
Page 315 ............ Controls. Features and Hill and Mountain Roads ..............Long Distance Convenience Net ........Night Coolant ................Engine Rain ........Engine. Warning Light/Gage Through Deep Standing Water .................
Page 317 ..........Lighter.
Page 318 ......Master Cylinder, Brake Parking ..............Memory Seat and Mirrors Brake ............Methanol in Gasoline Over Things That Burn ............... . Mirrors With A Trailer .........
Page 319 Service Parts Identification Label ......Center Passenger Position ......Service Publications ........Checking ....Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Buick ........Children ......Sheet Metal Damage ........ Driver Position...
Page 320 ........White Sidewall Wheel. Tilt ..............TorqueLock Stereo Sound Systems ............... Storage Armrest 1 15 Towing Your Buick ..........Towing Hookups 205. 206 Storage. Garage Door Opener 1 12 ............Storing Your Car Traction Control System ......
Page 321 ............LightsON Turn Signalmeadlight Beam Lever .
Page 322 Fuel Mileage Chart MILES PER GALLON I60 I65 170 I 1 0 115 120 125 130 135 140 145 150 155 175 180 102 108 114 126 132 138 144 IS0 156 162 I68 174 180 186 198 204 210 216 126 133 140 147 154 161 168 175 I82...

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