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Page 3 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 Canadian Owners Who Prefer A French Language Manual
We support voluntary technician certification. ” GENERAL MOTORS, GM and the GM Emblem, WE SUPPORT BUICK, the BUICK Emblem and the name LeSabre are VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION THROUGH registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. National Institute This manual includes the latest information at the time it...
Page 6 Buicks across the country using his Durant-Dort Carriage Co. outlets and salespeople as the nucleus of a giant distribution system. He knew the Buick as a “self-seller.” If automobiles could be this good, he thought, maybe it was time to switch from the horse and buggy business to automobiles.
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, by the Great Depression.
Page 8 1953. In World War 11, Buick built aircraft engines, tanks and A high-compression engine was introduced in other military hardware. This post-war period brought And Buick’s famous vertical pillar “toothy” grille, great styling and engineering changes which resulted in (introduced in...
Page 9 1962 Buick Special Ed Mertz, General Manager, Buick Motor Division Our mission is simple: Built inside the walls of the old buildings in Buick’s former Flint complex, which formed the cornerstone of “Buick will provide Premium American Motorcars General Motors, Buick City is state-of-the-art backed with services that exceed our customers’...
Page 10: How To Use This Manual
How to Use This Manual Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features and These mean there is something that could hurt controls for your vehicle.
Page 11: Vehicle Damage Warnings
not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly. Vehicle Damage Warnings But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid Also, in this book you will find these notices: the damage. When you read other manuals, you might see CAUTION NOTICE: and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words.
Page 12 ‘ hide mbols hese are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle. ‘1 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 for you and...
Page 13: Section 1 Seats And Restraint Systems
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your Manual Front Seat Buick and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts.
Page 14 Rear Control: Raise the rear of the seat by pushing the Power Seat (Option) switch the left. Lower the rear of the seat by pushing the switch on the right. leclininp Front Se--backs The power seat controls are on the armrest. Front Control: Raise the front of the seat by pushing ..
Page 15: Head Restraints
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.
Page 16: Safety Belts: They're For Everyone
Your vehicle has a light Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone that comes on as a reminder This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts to buckle up. (See “Safety properly. It also tells you some things you should not do Belt Reminder Light”...
Page 17 Why Saft Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Put someone on it. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it's just a seat on wheels.
Page 18 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...
Page 19 . . . or the safety belts! or the instrument panel With safety belts, you slow down 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 20 &: Here Are Questions Many People Ask If I’m a good driver, and never drive far from home, why should wear safety belts? About, Safety Belts and the Answers You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an &: Won’t be trapped in the vehicle after an...
Page 21: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your Buick, see the part of this manual called “Children.” Follow those rules for everyone’s protection. First, you’ll want to know which restraint systems your vehicle has.
Page 22 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less llkely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 23 To move it down, squeeze the release handle and move the height adjuster to the desired position. You can move Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt the adjuster up just by pushing up on the bottom of the adjuster to the height that is right for you.
Page 24 What's wrong with this? You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. The shoulder belt is too loose. It won't give nearly as much protection this way.
Page 25 -I&,, What’s wrong with this? CAUTIO You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In 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 26 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: . _ . _ . .. You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which aren’t as strong shoulder bones.
Page 27 What’s wrong with this? You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it.
Page 28: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) This part explains the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) or air bag system. Your Buick has two air bags one air bag for the driver and another air bag for the right front passenger. Here are the most important things to know about the air...
Page 29 CAUTION- Qmtinued) properly in your vehicle. To read how, see the part Air-bags are designed to work only in moderate to severe crashes where the front of your vehicle hits of this manual called “Children” and the caution something. They aren’t designed to inflate at all in label on the right front passenger’s safety belt.
Page 30 \ir Bag System Works The right front passenger's air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger's side. Where is the air bag? bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. The driver's a i r 1-18...
Page 31 If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform, such as a parked car, the threshold level will be higher. The air bag is not designed to,inflate in rollovers, side impacts or rear impacts, because inflation would Don’t put anything on, or attach anything to, the not help the occupant.
Page 32 How does an air bag restrain? moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. The air bag supplements the When an air bag inflates, there is dust in the air. protection provided by safety belts.
Page 33 Your Buick dealer and the LeSabre Service Manual have Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag system. Improper service can mean that your information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system. To purchase a service manual, see “Service and air bag system won’t work properly.
Page 34: Right Front Passenger Position
The best to protect the fetus to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly. Right Front Passenger Position The right front passenger’s safety belt works the same way as the driver’s safety belt.
Page 35: Center Passenger Position
Center Passenger Position Lap Belt vehicle has front and rear bench seats, someone can sit in the center. positions. sit in a center seating position, you have' a lap When safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt.
Page 36: Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions
Rear Seat Passengers It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash.
Page 37 er Belt 431. 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. is secure. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it If the belt is not long enough, see “Safety Belt 1.
Page 38 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 on the shoulder part. the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones.
Page 39 The safety belt locks if there’s a sudden stop or a crash. You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle.
Page 40: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides For Children And Small Adults
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for small adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide pulls the belt away from the neck and head.
Page 41 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. 4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide described “Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions” on top. earlier in this section.
Page 42: Smaller Children And Babies
Smaller Children and Babies Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes - - : y ; , L' .-,-+. infants and all children smaller than adult size. In fact, -'*- 4 ' CAUTION: A - . b . . , , - I ;...
Page 43 CAUTION: (Co .hued) at only 25 mph (40 ludh), 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. Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle.
Page 44: Child Restraints
Child Restraints Be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. A child in rear-facing child restraint can be i seriously injured if the right front passenger’s air Then follow the instructions for the restraint.
Page 45 -- even when no child is in it. anchored. If you need to have an anchor installed, you can ask your Buick dealer to put it in for you. If you want to install an anchor yourself, your dealer can tell you how to do it.
Page 46 Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder Your dealer can obtain the hardware kit and install it for portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or you, or you may install it yourself using the instructions around the restraint.
Page 47 5. To 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the you push down on. the child restraint. safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 6.
Page 48: Securing A Child Restraint In The Center Rear Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position You’ll be using the lap belt. A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured by the right front passenger 1. Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch air bag if it inflates.
Page 49 6. To tighten the belt, pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. If it isn’t, secure the restraint in a different place in the vehicle and contact the child restraint maker for their advice about how to attach the child restraint properly.
Page 50: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Front Seat Position 1. Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag, always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward-facing child restraint.
Page 51 6 . m X l l the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is retractor to set the lock. positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 52 7. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. Children who have outgrown child restraints should 8. Push and pull the child restraint in different wear the vehicle’s safety belts. directions to be sure it is secure.
Page 53 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 Never this. a crash. Here two children are wearing the same belt.
Page 54 Never do this. Here 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 crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt's force would then be applied right on the child's abdomen.
Page 55: Safety Belt Extender
Safety Belt Extender Replacing, Restraint System Parts After a Crash If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should If you’ve had a crash, do you need new belts? But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary.
Page 56 NOTES 1-44...
Page 57: Section 2 Features And Controls
Section 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 properly -- and what to do if you have a problem.
Page 58 If your ignition keys don’t have plugs or the tag, go to your Buick dealer for the correct key code if you need a new ignition key.
Page 59: Door Locks
From the outside, use your door key or Remote Keyless Door Locks Entry, if your vehicle has this option. With your door key, turning the key toward the rear of the vehicle will lock the door. Turning the key toward the front of the vehicle will unlock it.
Page 60: Power Door Locks
Power Door Locks Memory Door Locks (Option) Close your doors and turn on the ignition. Every time With power door locks, you you move your shift lever out of PARK (P) all of the can lock or unlock all doors will lock. And, every time you stop and move the doors of your vehicle your shift lever into PARK (P) with the ignition turned using the driver’s or...
Page 61 Door Locks To change modes: Customizing Your Memory Feature Close all doors and turn the ignition on. Keep all You can program the memory door locks feature to change to the following modes: doors closed throughout this procedure. Press and hold the driver’s power door lock switch Mode Operation through Step 4.
Page 62: Rear Door Security Lock
Rear Door Security Lock If you don’t cancel the security lock feature, adults or older children who ride in the rear won’t be able to open the rear door from the inside. You should let adults and Your LeSabre is equipped older children know how these security locks work, and with rear door security how to cancel the locks.
Page 63: Operation
Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary. See the instructions on battery replacement. If your Buick has this option, you can lock and unlock Check the distance. You may be too far from your your doors or unlock your trunk from up to 30 feet (9 m) vehicle.
Page 64 Instant Alarm Security Feedback When the button with the horn symbol on the key This provides feedback to the driver when the vehicle transmitter is pressed, the horn will sound and the receives command from the key transmitter. The following modes may be selected: headlamps and taillamps will flash for up to two minutes.
Page 65 The delayed locking feature can be turned on or off for Vehicles are delivered programmed in Mode each remote transmitter. change to another mode: To turn the feature on: Press and hold the power door lock switch. Press the opened trunk button on the transmitter. Press and hold the power door lock switch The transmitter will remain in its current mode.
Page 66: Matching Transmitter(S) To Your Vehicle
Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle Battery Replacement Each key chain transmitter is coded to prevent another Under normal use, the battery in your key chain transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitter transmitter should last about two years. is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased through You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t your dealer.
Page 67: Trunk Lock Release
Trunk To replace the battery: Insert a coin into the notch near the keyring. Turn the Trunk Lock Release coin counterclockwise to separate the two halves of the transmitter. To unlock the trunk from the outside, insert the door key and turn it.
Page 68: Trunk Lid
Remote Tlrunk R ease Lockout Trunk Lid The trunk release lockout switch in the glove box must be on for the TRUNK button to work. This feature It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid allows you to secure items in the trunk when you must open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can leave the ignition key with...
Page 69: Key In The Ignition
Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight. Although your Buick has a number of theft-deterrent Put them in a storage area, or take them with you. features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal.
Page 70 It will also go off if the trunk lock is damaged. Your vehicle’s lamps will flash and the horn will sound for several minutes, then will go off to save battery power. If your Buick has this option, it has a Remember, the theft-deterrent system won’t activate if you theft-deterrent alarm lock the doors with a key or manual door lock.
Page 71 How to Test the Alarm PASS-Key@ I1 The alarm can be tested by first having the driver’s Your vehicle is equipped window down. Activate the system by locking the doors with the PASS-Key 1 1 with the power door lock switch or the Remote Keyless (Personalized Automotive Entry transmitter.
Page 72 PASS-Key I1 to have a new key made. vehicle needs service. If your vehicle does start, the first ignition key may be faulty. See your Buick dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key 11. If you accidentally use a key that has a damaged or missing resistor pellet, the starter won’t work and the...
Page 73: Ignition Positions
With the ignition key in the ignition switch, you can turn the switch to five different 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: fast Don’t drive...
Page 74: Key Reminder Warning
This position starts your engine. NOTICE: NOTICE: Don’t try to shift to PARK if your Buick is moving. If you do, you could damage the If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can’t transaxle. Shift to PARK only when your turn it, be sure it is all the way in.
Page 75 NOTICE: NOTICE: Your engine is designed to work with the Holding your key in START for longer than at a electronics in your vehicle. you add electrical seconds time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates.
Page 76 Buick dealer in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice for 1. Turn off the engine.
Page 77: Automatic Transaxle Operation
Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) range before starting the engine. Your Buick has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to fully apply your regular brakes...
Page 78 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) Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is is dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on the moving forward could damage your transaxle.
Page 79 SECOND (2): This position gives you more power but AUTOMATIC OVERDRIn (0): This position is lower fuel economy. You can use SECOND (2) on hills. for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, It can help control your speed as you go down steep and you’re: mountain roads, but then you would also want to use Going less than about 35 mph (56 km/h), push your...
Page 80: Parking Brake
Parking Brake NOTICE: This vehicle has a PUSH TO RELEASE parking your front wheels can’t rotate, don’t try to brake pedal. To set the drive. This might happen if you were stuck in parking brake, hold the very deep sand or mud or were up against a solid regular brake pedal down object.
Page 81: Shifting Into Park (P)
Shifting Into PARK (P) If you to drive approximately 40 feet (12.2 m) with the parking brake the brake light stays on and a chime sounds until you release the parking brake. A‘ CAUTION: NOTICE: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the Driving with the parking brake on can cause parking brake firmly set.
Page 82 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. Move the lever up as far as it will go. 3. Move the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can 2.
Page 83: Leaving Your Vehicle With The Engine Running
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Torque Lock Running If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle.
Page 84: Parking Over Things That Burn
Parking Over Things Burn That lifting Out of PARK (P) Your Buick has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. fully apply your regular brake before have when the ignition is in the you can shift from PARK position. See “Automatic Transaxle” in the Index.
Page 85: Engine Exhaust
Running Your Engine While You’re Engine Exhaust Parked It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. Engine exhaust can kill. contains the gas (CO), carbon monoxide which you can’t see or smell.
Page 86: Power Windows
Windows 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 running unless you have to.
Page 87: Tilt Wheel
Express-Down Window Tilt Wheel The switch for the driver’s window has an express-down feature. Pull the switch back all the way, release it and the window will lower automatically. To stop the window from lowering, push the switch again. To partially open the window, pull the switch back and quickly release it.
Page 88: Turn Signavmultifunction Lever
Turn and Lane Change Indicator Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever 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 89: Flash-To-Pass Feature
Flash-To-Pass Feature a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. If the arrows don’t go on at when you a l l This feature lets you use your high-beam headlamps signal a check the fuse (see “Fuses and Circuit turn, driver.
Page 90: Windshield Washer
’ .dshielr’ set for a long or short The wiper speed may be delay between wipes. This can be very useful in light rain or snow. Turn the band to choose the delay time. The closer to LO, the shorter the delay. Heavy snow or ice can overload your wiper motor.
Page 91: Cruise Control
When you apply your brakes, the cruise control shuts off.. CAUTION: In freezing weather, don’t use your washer until CAUTION: the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking Cruise control can be dangerous where you your vision.
Page 92 Setting Cruise Control Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off the cruise control. But you don’t need to reset it. If you leave your cruise control switch on when Once you’re going about mph (40 or more,...
Page 93 Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed. Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed.
Page 94: Lamps On Reminder
Lamps On Reminder Lamps If you leave the manual headlamp or parking lamp switch Headlamm on, remove the key from the ignition and open the driver's door, you will hear a continuous warning chime. These switches control The chime will turn off when the lamps are turned off. these systems: Daytime Running Lamps (Canada Only) Headlamps...
Page 95: Twilight Sentinel
When the DRL are on, only your low-beam headlamps Twilight Sentinel will be on. The parking lamps, taillamps, sidemarker and Twilight sentinel turns your other lamps won’t be on. Your instrument panel won’t be lamps on and off by sensing lighted either.
Page 96: Interior Lamps
Interior Lamps Your optional twilight Instrument Panel Intensity/Brightness sentinel and daytime Control running lamps work with the light sensor on top of The instrument panel the instrument panel. Don’t intensity can be adjusted cover it up. If you do it will by moving this lever read “dark”...
Page 97: Delayed Entry Lighting
Illuminated Entry (Option) Courtesy Lamps When any door is opened, several lamps go on. They Press the UNLOCK button on the optional Remote Keyless Entry transmitter and the interior courtesy make it easy for you to enter and leave the car. You also lamps will come on and stay on for up to a minute.
Page 98 To turn the feature off Press and hold the door lock switch throughout this Front seat reading lamps are turned on or off by pressing procedure. All the doors will lock. the LAMP switch. Press the instant alarm on the transmitter. Perimeter lighting remains on at this time and the horn will chirp two times.
Page 99: Battery Run-Down Protection
Mirrors Rear Reading-.Lamps (Option) The lamp, the switch and a coat hanger are above each Inside Day/Night Manual Rearview Mirror rear door. Slide the switch to turn the lamp on or off. With Integral Reading Lamps Battery Rundown Protection This feature shuts off the courtesy, reading, trunk, glove box and visor vanity mirror lamps, if any are left on for When you are sitting in a comfortable driving position, more than 10 minutes when the ignition is off.
Page 100 Electrochromic Day/Night Rearview Mirror This mirror automatically changes to reduce glare from (Option) headlamps behind you. A photocell on the back of mirror senses when it becoming dark outside. Another...
Page 101 Manual Remote Control Mirror Time Delay The automatic mirror has a time delay feature which The outside rearview mirror should be adjusted so you prevents unnecessary switching from the night back to can just see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting the day position.
Page 102: Convex Outside Mirror
Mirror (Option) (Option) If you have this option, the driver’s side outside mirror your Buick has the power adjust for the glare of headlamps behind you. This will mirror, the control is located feature is controlled by the on and off settings on the on the driver’s door.
Page 103: Storage Compartments
Storage Compartments Center Console CupholderlCoinholder (Option) Glove Box Use the door key to lock and unlock the glove box. To open, lift the latch release on the left side of the glove box door. The armrest between the front seats opens into a storage area.
Page 104: Convenience Net (Option)
Convenience Net (Option) Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter To use a lighter, just push the center in all the way and let it go. When it is ready the center will pop back by itself. Pull out the entire unit to use it. Don’t hold cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating.
Page 105: Sun Visors
Sun Visors Dual Sun Visors Visor Vanity Mirror (Option) Each sun visor has two parts, that both the windshield and door glass can be shaded at the same t h e . There is This mirror is the laJcger of the passenger’s sun visors. also a tinted transparent extension that may be pulled The 1amps.turn on when the mirror cover is opened.
Page 106: Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel 2-50...
Page 107 10. Glove Box Air Outlet 11. Climate Control System Headlamps Switch 12. Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter Parking Lamps Switch Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever 13. Ignition Switch 14. Driver’s Side SRS (Air Bag) Tilt Steering Wheel Lever Instrument Cluster/Gages 15. Traction Control Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Switch 16.
Page 108 .fuel you’re using, and many other things you’ll need to drive safely and economically. Your Buick is equipped with one of these instrument panel clusters, which includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages.
Page 109 Gage Cluster...
Page 110: Speedometer And Odometer
(used in Canada). thousands of revolutions per minute (rpm). Your Buick has a tamper resistant odometer. If you see 'z-0 bright silver lines between the numbers, you'll know that someone has probably tried to turn it back. The RPM X 1000 numbers may not be true.
Page 111: Warning Lights, Gages And Indicators
Warning Lights, Gages and When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving, or when one of the gages shows Indicators there may be a problem, check the section that tells you what to do about it. Please follow this manual’s advice. This part describes the warning lights and gages that Waiting to do repairs can be costly -- and even may be on your vehicle.
Page 112: Airbag Readiness Light
If the light stays on, you need service and you should You will see one of these lights flash for few seconds take your Buick to the dealer at once. To save your when you turn your ignition to RUN or START. Then battery until you get there,...
Page 113: Brake System Warning Light
Voltage Indicator (Option) Brake System Warning Light Your Buick’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two If you have the optional parts. If one part isn’t working, the other part can still gage cluster, this gage work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need...
Page 114: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
If the light still stays on, or comes on again while brake. If the light and chime stay on after your parking you’re driving, your Buick needs service. I f the regular brake is fully released, it means you have a brake problem brake system warning light isn’t on, you still have brakes,...
Page 115 Traction Control System Warning Light The traction control system warning light may come on for the following reasons: (Option) If you turn the system off by pressing the button This warning light should located to the left the steering wheel, the warning come on briefly as you start light will come on and stay on.
Page 116: Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
Engine Coolant Temperature Engine Coolant Temperature Gage (Option) Warning Light If you have the gage cluster, you have a gage that shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into the red area your engine is too hot! TEMP The engine coolant temperature gage indicates the These lights tell you that your engine coolant has...
Page 117: Low Coolant Warning Light
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) When this light comes on, the cooling system is low on Your Buick is equipped coolant. As a bulb check, it with a computer which will come on when the monitors operation of the...
Page 118 If the Light Is Flashing NOTICE: The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: If you keep driving your vehicle with this light Reduce vehicle speed. on, after a while, your emission controls may not Avoid hard accelerations. work as well, your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly.
Page 119 If the Light Is On Steady Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel (see may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following: “Fuel” in the Index). Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed.
Page 120 Engine Oil Pressure Light and Gage If you make a hard stop, the light may come on for a moment. cumes on and stays on, But, when this light it means oil isn’t going through your engine properly. You could be low on oil, or you might have some other oil problem.
Page 121 Check Oil Level Light (Option) Change Oil Soon Light (‘Option) This light is activated by the The CHECK OIL LEVEL light is lit for three seconds Engine Oil Life Monitor System. The Engine Oil as a bulb check each time Life Monitor determines the the ignition key is turned to the RUN position.
Page 122 When to change your oil depends on driving habits and conditions because these directly affect engine speed, coolant temperature and vehicle speed. Because of this, the CHANGE OIL SOON light may come on as early as 2,000 miles (3 218 or less for harsh circumstances.
Page 123 The gage doesn’t go back to empty (E) when you turn off the ignition. Low Fuel Light (Option) If your Buick has this Your fuel gage shows about how much fuel is in your option, a light near the fuel tank.
Page 124 NOTES 2-68...
Page 125: Section 3 Comfort Controls And Audio Systems
Electronic Touch Climate Control In this section 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. Comfort Controls This section tells you how to make your air system work for you.
Page 126 C o -01s OFF: The ventilation system always allows fresh air to flow through your Buick when the vehicle is moving. The buttons on your system allow you to choose The system will try to keep the air at a previously settings to deliver air through lower, middle or chosen temperature.
Page 127 If the display is flashing after the system is started, you should see your dealer for service. Climate Control (Option) If your Buick has the dual automatic comfortemp Temperature Button climate control option, the following information tells To adjust the temperature you want maintained inside you how it works.
Page 128 To avoid blowing cold air in cold weather, the system warm air will delay turning on the fan until is available. AUTO, When the system is set for the system adjusts The length delay depends on outside air temperature, automatically to changes in temperature to maintain your engine coolant temperature, and time since the engine temperature setting.
Page 129: Air Conditioning
VENT The VENT button allows fresh air to flow through conditioning mode, the system works like MAX and your Buick without the air conditioning compressor recirculates the air. working. AUTO and VENT may be selected at the same On sunny days, when the air is moderately warm or cool, time so the system will maintain the temperature selected.
Page 130: Ventilation System
Heating Ventilation System For mild outside temperatures when little heating or If you have the electronic touch system, on cold days, cooling is needed, use VENT (on the electronic touch with the TEMPERATURE lever toward WARM. If you have the dual automatic cornfortemp system or manual operation of the dual automatic system, press AUTO and adjust the temperature by comfortemp system) to direct outside air through your...
Page 131 When you start your vehicle and the EXT display any other obstruction such as leaves. The heater and flashes (dual automatic comfortemp system only) defroster will work better, reducing the chance of for some time, the system may need repair. See your fogging your windows. Buick dealer.
Page 132 After 10 minutes it will turn off by itself, or pressing the button during the heating cycle will turn it off. If On cool, humid days, use FRONT to keep the need additional warming time, push the button again. windshield and side windows clear and quickly The system will then operate for five minutes before remove fog, frost or ice from the windshield.
Page 133 Steering Wheel Controls for Climate ,,senger Cnr Control (Option) If you have the dual automatic cornfortemp If your vehicle has this system, the front seat feature, you can control the passenger can control the temperature function by air temperature in their using the button on your seating area.
Page 134 4udio Syste===, Your Delco@ audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure. will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first. Find out what your Delco system can do and how to operate all its controls, to be sure you're getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it.
Page 135 P SCAN: Finding a Station Press this button to listen to each of your preset stations for a few seconds. The radio will go to the frst AM-FM: Press the lower knob to get AM, FM1 or preset station, stop for a few seconds, then go on to the FM2.
Page 136: Am-Fm Stereo With Cassette Tape Player
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player RECALL: Press the upper knob briefly to recall the station being played or to display the clock. To change what is normally shown the display (station or time), press the knob until you see the display you want, then hold the knob until the display flashes.
Page 137 Adjusting the Speakers PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to BAL: Turn the control behind the upper knob to move 18 stations (six AM, six FMl and six FM2). the sound to the left or right speakers. Use the middle position to balance these speakers.
Page 138 Your tape bias is set automatically. (6): Press this button to reduce background noise. The display will show either or ON for a few SEEK: Press the forward or backward arrow to search seconds when you press the button. for the next or previous selection on the tape. Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each Dolby@ Noise Reduction is manufactured under a selection for SEEK to work.
Page 139: Am-Fm Stereo With Cassette Tape Player And Automatic Tone Control
RECALL: Press this button briefly to recall the station AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player being played or to display the clock. To change what is and Automatic Tone Control normally shown on the display (station or time), press this button until you see the display you want, then hold the button until the display flashes.
Page 140 PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to BASS: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2). knob to increase or decrease bass. Press AM-FM to select the band.
Page 141 NEXT (2): Press this button to search for the next Playing Tape a Cassette selection on the tape. Your tape must have at least three The longer side with the tape visible should face to the seconds of silence between each selection for NEXT to right.
Page 142 AM-FM: AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player Press this button to play the radio when tape is in the player. and Automatic Tone Control SOURCE: Press this button to change to the tape function when the radio is on. TAPE with an arrow will appear on the display when the tape is active.
Page 143 PUSHBUTTONS: RECALL: Press this button briefly to recall the station The six numbered pushbuttons let being played or to display the clock. To change what is you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2). normally shown on the display (station or time), press the button until you see the display you want, then hold 1.
Page 144 ?one 'laying a Con Disc BASS: Insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob to increase or decrease bass. player will pull it in. The disc should begin playing. TREB: Press this knob lightly so it extends.
Page 145 AM-FM: PREV (1): Press this button to go Press this button to play the radio when a disc the start of the is in the player. current track if more than eight seconds have played. If you hold the button or press it more than once, the If you turn off the ignition or radio with a disc in the player will continue moving back through the disc.
Page 146 AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape the RECALL button until you see the display you want, then hold the RECALL button until the display flashes. and Compact Disc Players and If you press the button when the ignition is off, the clock Automatic Tone Control will show for a few seconds.
Page 147 TONE: This feature allows you to choose preset treble Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons. and bass equalization settings designed for classical, The sound will mute. When it returns, release the pop, rock, jazz, talk and country/western stations. button.
Page 148 ssette Tape NEXT (2): Press this button to search for the next selection on the tape. Your tape must have at least three The longer side with the tape visible should face to the seconds of silence between each selection for NEXT to right.
Page 149 EJECT Playing a Compact Disc The system has two EJECT buttons. Press the button near the CD slot to remove a disc. Press the button Insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The near the tape slot to remove a tape. The radio will play. player will pull it in.
Page 150 RECALL: Press this button to see which track is RAND (6): Press this button to hear the tracks in playing. Press it again within five seconds to see how random, rather than sequential, order. long it has been playing. To change what is normally AM-FM: Press this button to play the radio when a disc shown on the display (track or elapsed time), press the is in the player.
Page 151: Theft-Deterrent Feature
Write down any three or four-digit number from Theft-Deterrent Feature 000 to 1999 and keep it in a safe place separate from THEFTLOCK" is designed to discourage theft of your the vehicle. radio. It works by using a secret code to disable all radio Turn the ignition to the ACCESSORY or functions whenever battery power,is removed.
Page 152 Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a Disabling the Theft-Deterrent Feature Power Loss Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than 15 seconds between steps: 15 seconds between steps: Turn the ignition to the ACCESSORY or LOC appears when the ignition is on.
Page 153 go to the next preset station. Press SCAN again to stop Steering Wheel Controls (Opwmu--, scanning. If a preset station has weak reception, the If your vehicle has this feature, you can control certain radio will not stop at the preset station. radio functions using the buttons on your steering wheel.
Page 154: Tips About Your Audio System
Understanding Radio Receptic To help avoid hearing loss or damage: Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting. Stereo Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably FM stereo will give you the best sound. But FM signals and clearly. will reach only about 10 to 40 miles (1 6 to 65 Tall km).
Page 155: Care Of Your Cassette Tape Player
Insert edge of the hole and the outer edge. the cassette at least three times to ensure thorough cleaning. A scrubbing action cleaning cassette is available through your Buick dealer. 3-31...
Page 156: Heated Backlite Antenna
If you choose to add a cellular telephone to your Buick, and that the lines on the glass are not damaged. and the antenna needs to be attached to the glass, be sure...
Page 157: Section 4 Your Driving And The Road
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 158: Drunken Driving
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 tragedy.
Page 159 Since alcohol is carried in body water, this means that a 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 of 0.10 percent.
Page 160 The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. “I’ll be careful” isn’t the right answer. What if there’s an emergency, a need to Drinking and then driving is very dangerous.
Page 161 Control of a Vehicle Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. You have three systems that make your vehicle go where 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 162: Anti-Lock Brakes
Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive Anti-Lock Brakes in spurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavy Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes (ABS). ABS is an braking rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a advanced electronic braking system that will help mistake.
Page 163 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.
Page 164: Traction Control System (Option)
Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need You may feel or hear the system working, but this to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease is normal. stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes control system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise...
Page 165: Braking In Emergencies
The traction control system automatically comes on The traction control system warning light will come whenever you start your vehicle. To limit wheel spin, on and stay on. If the system is limiting wheel spin especially in slippery road conditions, you should when you press the button, the warning light will come but the system won’t turn off right away.
Page 166: Power Steering
Steering The traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface, the angle at Power Steering which the curve is banked, and your speed. While you’re a curve, speed is the one factor you can control. If you lose power steering assist because the engine Suppose you’re steering through a sharp curve.
Page 167: Steering In Emergencies
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 in Emergencies’’ earlier in this section.) It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision.
Page 168 3ff‘Ta d n e c issing 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 169: Loss Of Control
Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to inside mirror, activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right lane. (Remember that pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For your right outside mirror is convex. The vehicle you one thing, following too closely reduces your area just passed may seem to be farther away from you of vision, especially if you’re following a larger...
Page 170 But skids are always possible. want to slow down and adjust your driving to these The three types of skids correspond to your Buick’s conditions. It is important to slow down on slippery three control systems. In the braking skid, your wheels surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and aren’t rolling.
Page 171: Driving At Night
Driving at Night Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead.
Page 172 You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several seconds, for your eyes to readjust to the dark. When you are faced with severe glare (as from a driver who doesn’t lower the high beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps), slow down a little.
Page 173 The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your Driving too fast through large water puddles or even windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain going through some car washes can cause problems, too. can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, The water may affect your brakes.
Page 174: Some Other Rainy Weather Tips
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often. But it can if your tires haven’t much tread or if the.pressure one or Turn on your low-beam headlamps not just more is low. It can happen a lot of water is standing on your parking lamps --,to help make you more visible the road.
Page 175 One of the biggest problems with city streets is the ty Driving amount 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 176: Freeway Driving
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 177: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you Buick dealerships all across North America. They’1.l be ready and willing to help if you need it. allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move slightly slower at night. Here are some things you can check before a trip:...
Page 178: Highway Hypnosis
Hill and Mountain Roads Highway Hypnosis 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 179 If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to 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) Coasting downhill in or with the levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system ignition...
Page 180: Winter Driving
Here are some tip? 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 181: Driving On Snow Or Ice
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 182 If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a serious situation. You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure you are near help that and you can hike through the snow. Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself your passengers safe:...
Page 183 Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that ’ you’ve been stopped by the snow. f i t on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle.
Page 184: Loading Your Vehicle
Then, shut the engine off and close the window almost pressures for the tires on your vehicle. It also gives you all the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine again important information about the number of people that and repeat this only when feel really uncomfortable can be in your vehicle and the total weight that you can...
Page 185 And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spread it out. Don't carry more than 176 lbs. (80 kg) in .CAUTION: your trunk. Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in sudden stop turn, or in a crash.
Page 186: Towing A Trailer
Buick dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle. 4-30...
Page 187: Weight Of The Trailer
Your engine, advice, or you can write us at: axle or other parts could be damaged. Buick Motor Division, Then, during the first 500 miles (800 km) that you Customer Assistance Center tow a trailer, don’t drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) and 902 E.
Page 188: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
Weight of the Trailer Tongue If you’re using a weight-carrying hitch, the trailer tongue (A) should weigh 10% of the total loaded trailer The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight (B). If you have a weight-distributing hitch, the weight to measure because it affects the total capacity trailer tongue (A) should weigh 12% of the total loaded weight of your vehicle.
Page 189: Safety Chains
Hitches Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle It’s important to have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads are a and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue few reasons why you’ll need the right hitch. Here are of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch.
Page 190: Following Distance
Driving with a Railer Following Distance Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. This to know your rig.
Page 191: Making Turns
Check down a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shift with your Buick dealer. The arrows on your instrument down, you might have to use your brakes so much that panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane they would get hot and no longer work well.
Page 192: Parking On Hills
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 193: Section 5 Problems On The Road
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 194: Other Warning Devices
Jump Starting covered by your warranty. If your battery has run down, you may want Trying to start your Buick by pushing or pulling another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your it won’t work, and it could damage your vehicle.
Page 195 If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don’t want. You wouldn’t be able to start your Buick, and the bad grounding could 4. Open the hoods and locate the batteries. damage the electrical systems.
Page 196 5. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged, too. Before you connect the cables, here are some basic match near a battery can cause battery Using things you should know.
Page 197 7 . Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive terminal the good battery. Use a remote positive terminal if 6. Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery. Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one.
Page 198 8. Now connect the black negative cable to the good battery’s negative terminal. Don’t let the other end touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative cable doesn’t go to 9. Attach the cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) away the dead battery.
Page 199: Towing Your Vehicle
If it won’t start after a few tries, it probably Try to have a GM dealer or a professional towing needs service. service tow your Buick. 12. Remove the cables. in reverse order. Take care that If your vehicle has been changed or modified since it they don’t touch each other or any other metal.
Page 200 CAUTION: (Continued) Never get under your vehicle after it has been lifted by the tow truck. Always secure the vehicle on each side with separate safety chains when towing it. Use T-hooks Never use J-hooks. instead. CAUTION: A vehicle can fall from a car carrier if it isn’t To help avoid injury to you or others: adequately secured.
Page 201 Attach T-hook chains on both sides in the slotted holes in the bottom of the cradle, behind the front wheels. Position a 4” x 4” wood beam across sling chains contacting the bottom of the radiator support. Position the lower sling crossbar directly under the front bumper.
Page 202: Rear Towing
Rear Towing Limits 55 mph (88 kmlh), 500 miles (800 km) Attach T-hook chains to slots in the bottom of the floor pan directly ahead of the rear wheels on both sides. No 4 wood beam is needed. ” ” Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end of each control arm.
Page 203 Position the lower sling crossbar directly behind and at Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end the lower edge of the rear bumper cover. of each lower control arm.
Page 204: Engine Overheating
Engine Overheating You will find a coolant light or the warning light about a hot engine on your Buick’s instrument panel. If you have the optional gage cluster, you may also have a Steam from an overheated engine can burn you coolant temperature warning gage.
Page 205: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
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 10 minutes. If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no If the warning doesn’t come back on, you can steam, the problem may not be too serious.
Page 207 CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Don’t run the engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could cause an engind fire, and you could be burned.
Page 208 How to Add Coolant to the Cool: NOTICE: Recovery Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the isn’t at the FULL COLD mark, add a 50/50 mixture of engine, radiator, heater core and other parts.
Page 209 a t high speed. Never turn the cap when the You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot cooling system, including the radiator pressure engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol cap, is hot. Wait for the cooling system and and it will burn if the engine parts are hot radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have to enough.
Page 210: How T O Add Coolant To The Radiator
How t o Add Coolant to the Radiator 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push $ T : $ : - y < ;.‘m+F,: ‘‘-J~‘-’=?-jF@py~ ’ , ? .,< ’ down as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap. ’...
Page 211 3. Fill the radiator with the proper mix, up to the base Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL of the filler neck. COLD mark. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure cap off. 5-19...
Page 212 6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the Then replace the pressure cap. At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine fans.
Page 213: If A Tire Goes Flat
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes by driving slowly to a level place.
Page 214 Removil Tire and The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire.
Page 215 The box that stores the jack The equipment you’ll need and wrench is on the is in the trunk. Pull the passenger’s side trunk wall. carpeting from the floor of the trunk. Turn the center Open the box and then twist retainer bolt on the spare the wing bolt a quarter turn tire cover counterclockwise...
Page 216 Removing wheel clovers and Wheel Nut Caps ." The tools you'll be using include the jack (A) and wheel wrench (B). If your vehicle has an aluminum wheel with a center cover, remove by using the flat end of the wheel wrench to access the wheel nuts.
Page 217 If your vehicle has this If your vehicle has a wheel aluminum wheel, you may cover, remove it by using have plastic wheel nut caps. the flat end of the Use the wheel nut wrench wheel wrench. to remove the wheel nut caps and to loosen the wheel nuts.
Page 218 If your vehicle has wire Using the flat end of the key wheel covers, remove them wrench handle, between the as follows: wire wheel cover and the center cap, pry off the center cap. Use the wire wheel key wrench to remove the Remove the theft-deterrent wheel cover.
Page 219: Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire Attach the wheel wrench to the bolt on the end of the jack and rotate the wrench clockwise to raise the jack head a few inches. Near each wheel well is a notch in the frame to put the jack head into.
Page 220 Getting under a vehicle when 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 4.
Page 221 7. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. 5. Raise the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench clockwise in the jack. Raise the jack far enough so there’s enough room for the spare tire to fit. 6 .
Page 222 Place the spare on the wheel mounting, surface CAUTION: and replace the wheel nuts with the rounded Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to end of the nuts toward which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts the wheel.
Page 223 10. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a criss-cross sequence. 9. Lower the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench counterclockwise on the jack. Lower the jack completely.
Page 224 NOTICE: CAUTION: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel and even come off. This could lead to an accident. nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts.
Page 225: Storing The Flat Tire And Tools
Storing the Flat Tire and Tools CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. After you’ve put the compact spare tire on your vehicle, you’ll need to store the flat tire in your trunk.
Page 226 storing the Spare Tire gqd Storing a jack, tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. .Store all these in the proper place. The compact spare is for temporary use only.
Page 227 NOTICE: Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check When the compact spare is installed, don’t take the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi your vehicle through an automatic car wash with (420 P a ) .
Page 228: If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, NOTICE: Ice or Snow What you don’t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as vehicle as well as the tires.
Page 229: Section 6 Service And Appearance Care
Here you will find information about the care of We hope you’ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. your Buick. This section begins with service and fuel Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: information, and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels.
Page 230: Doing Your Own Service Work
CAUTION: 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 You can be injured and your vehicle could be manual can.
Page 231 If this occurs, return to your emission control system protection compared to authorized Buick dealer for diagnosis to determine the other gasolines. cause of failure. In the event it is determined that the cause of the condition is the type of fuels used, repairs Be sure the posted octane is at least 87.
Page 232: Fuels In Foreign Countries
To provide cleaner air, all gasolines are now required to Fuels in Foreign Countries contain additives that will help prevent deposits from If you plan on driving in another country outside the forming in your engine and fuel system, allowing your United States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard emission control system to function properly.
Page 233 Your Tal Fillir CAUTION: Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames, and smoking materials away from gasoline. The cap is behind a hinged door on the driver’s side of your vehicle.
Page 234 See “Cleaning the cap will be tethered and you cannot hang it on the inside Outside of Your Buick” in the Index. fuel door while refueling. To take off the cap, turn it slowly to the left...
Page 235: Checking Things Under The Hood
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 the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. This would CAUTION: allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere.
Page 236 Hood Relea! Then to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the To open the hood, first pull secondary hood release. the hood release handle The hood latch under the inside the vehicle. It is next hood, near the center, and at to the parking brake pedal the front edge of the grille.
Page 237 3800 Engine (L36 When you open the hood, you’ll see: A. Engine Coolant Recovery Tank D. Engine Oil Dipstick G. Brake Master Cylinder B. Battery E. Engine Oil Fill Cap H. Air Cleaner C. Radiator Pressure Cap E Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick I.
Page 238: Engine Oil
Engine Oil CHECK OIL LEVEL O i l For more information, see "Check Level Light" in the Index. You should check your engine oil level .regularly; this is an added reminder. It's a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel.
Page 239: Checking Engine Oil
Checking Engine Oil When to Add Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD mark, then you’ll need to Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, add some oil.
Page 240: What Kind Of Oil To Use
What Kind of Oil to Use RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST looking for the “Starburst” symbol. This symbol SA€ VISCOSITY GRADE 011 FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE. indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API).
Page 241: Engine Oil Additives
7,500 miles (1 2 500 km) or 12 months -- whichever Don’t add anything to your oil. Your Buick dealer is occurs first. Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed ready to advise if you think something should be added.
Page 242: Air Cleaner
to Do with Air Cleaner W hi Did you know that used engine oil contains certain The air cleaner and filter are on the driver’s side of the elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could engine compartment. even cause cancer? Don’t let used oil stay on your skin for very long.
Page 243 3. Replace the air filter. 2. Unscrew the clamp on the air intake hose where the hose attaches to the throttle body near the top of the 4. Reinstall the rear section of the air cleaner. engine. Detach the hose from the throttle body, then 5.
Page 244: Automatic Transaxle Fluid
Automatic Transaxle Fluid CAUTION: When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid Operating the engine with the air cleaner level is when the engine oil is changed. can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air, it stops flames if Change both the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or...
Page 245: How To Check
180°F to 200°F Because this operation can be a little difficult, you (82°C to 93°C). may choose to have this done at your Buick dealership Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles Service Department.
Page 246 Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: The transaxle fluid dipstick top is a round loop and is next to the brake master cylinder behind the engine block. Pull out the dipstick and wipe 3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower it with a clean rag level.
Page 247: How To Add Fluid
A 50/50 mixture of water and the proper coolant for It doesn’t take much fluid, generally less than a pint your Buick will: (0.5 L). Don’t overfill. We recommend you use only Give freezing protection down to -34°F (-37°C).
Page 248 NOTICE: When adding coolant it is important that you use Adding only plain water to your cooling system DEX-COOL (orange-colored, silicate-free) can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other coolant meeting GM Specification 6277M. liquid like alcohol, can boil before the proper If silicated coolant is added to the system, coolant mix will.
Page 249: Checking Coolant
Checking Coolant ‘NOTICE: If you use an improper coolant mix, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Too much water in the mix can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts.
Page 250 Turning the radiator pressure cap when the COOLANT engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly. With the coolant recovery tank, you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator. Never turn the radiator pressure cap even little...
Page 251: Radiator Pressure Cap
Power Steering Fluid Radiator Pressure Cap NOTICE: Your radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss 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: Windshield Washer Fluid
When to Check Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering What to Use leak in the system or fluid unless you suspect there is When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read you hear an unusual noise.
Page 253 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 well as washer fluid.
Page 254 your brake system fixed, since a leak means that sooner What or later your brakes won’t work well, or won’t work When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake at all. fluid -- such as Delco Supreme l l @ (GM Part So, it isn’t a good idea to “top off”...
Page 255: Brake Wear
Brake Wear NOTICE: Your Buick has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make Using the wrong fluid can badly damage a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are brake system parts. For example, just a few worn and new pads are needed.
Page 256: Brake Pedal Travel
Vehicles we design and test have top-quality GM brake applied. This does not mean something is wrong with parts in them, as your Buick does when it is new. When your brakes. you replace parts of your braking system -- for example, Your rear drum brakes don’t have wear indicators, but...
Page 257: Vehicle Storage
Battery BuIb Replacement Every new Buick has a Delco Freedom’ battery. You The following procedure tells you how to replace your never have to add water to one of these. When it’s time headlamp bulbs. for a new battery, we recommend a Delco Freedom Halogen Bulbs battery.
Page 258 Remove the retainers., by turning in a counterclockwise direction. (Each headlamp is attached by retainers with round plastic knobs.) 2. Lift the headlamp away from the car. 6-30...
Page 259 To install, attach the illamps wire connector (A) to For bulb type, see “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index. the plastic base making sure the lack tab over the lock (C). Install the bulb by putting the small tab into the small notch in the lamp (E).
Page 260 Trunk Mounted Taillamps 2. Turn the bulb socket one-quarter turn counterclockwise, while pressing it firmly. For bulb type, see “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index. Pull the bulb socket straight out of the assembly. 4. While holding the bulb socket in one hand, turn bulb one-quarter t u r n...
Page 261: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Replacement blades come in different types and are Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement removed in different ways. Here’s how to remove the type with a release clip: 1. Pull the windshield wiper away from the windshield. 2. Push down on the release clip with a screwdriver and pull the blade assembly off the wiper arm.
Page 262 Tires CAUTION: (Continued) We don’t make tires. Your new Buick comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. Underinflated tires pose the same danger as If 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 263 Inflation Tire Pressure NOTICE: (Continued) The Tie-Loading Information label, which is on the rear edge of the driver’s door, shows the correct inflation If your tires have too much air (overinflation), pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means you can get the,following: your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or Unusual wear...
Page 264: Tire Inspection And Rotation
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 k m ) for any signs of unusual wear.
Page 265: Buying New Tires
The tire has a bump, bulge or split. When It’s Time for New Tires The tire has a puncture, cut or other damage that One way to 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 266: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
to 30 nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches (25 cm), or to some limited-production tires. CAUTION: While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while grades, they must also conform to Federal safety driving.
Page 267: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
(except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is Buick dealer if any of these conditions exist. established for tire is properly inflated and not that overloaded.
Page 268 This way, you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts wheel nuts for your Buick model. Used Replacement Wheels CAUTION: 6-40...
Page 269: Appearance Care
Some are Laundry Soap dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything from a container to clean your Bleach Buick, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s warnings Reducing Agents 6-41...
Page 270: Cleaning The Inside Of Your Buick
2. Always clean a whole trim panel or section. Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines. Your Buick dealer has two GM cleaners, a solvent-type spot lifter and a foam-type powdered cleaner. They will 3. Mix Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner following clean normal spots and stains very well.
Page 271 Using Solvent-Type Cleaner on Fabric 3. Shoe polish, wax crayon, tar and asphalt will stain if left on a vehicle’s seat fabric. They should be removed First, see if you have to use solvent-type cleaner at all. as soon as possible.. Be careful, because the cleaner Some spots and stains will clean off better with just will dissolve them and may cause them to spread.
Page 272: Care Of Safety Belts
Cleaning Vinyl Care of Safety Belts Use warm water and a clean cloth. Keep belts clean and dry. Rub- with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You may have to do it more than once. Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don’t get them off quickly.
Page 273: Cleaning The Outside Of The Windshield And Wiper Blades
Cleaning the Outside of Your Buick Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield...
Page 274: Finish Care
Finish Care 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 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 275: Sheet Metal Damage
Bare metal will corrode Although no defect in the paint job causes this, Buick quickly and may develop into a major repair expense. will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of...
Page 276: Appearance Care Materials Chart
Appearance Care Materials Chart PART SIZE DESCRIPTION USAGE Shines vehicle without scratching 1050004 2.75 sq. ft. Chamois Also removes old waxes and polishes 1050172 (0.473 L) Tar and Road Oil Remover Removes rust and corrosion 1050173 (0.473 L) Chrome Cleaner Polish Removes soil and black marks White Sidewall Tire Cleaner...
Page 277: Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)
Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle. This is the legal identifier for your Buick. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side.
Page 278: Electrical System
Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to To check the fuses in this underhood fuse center, turn add anything electrical to your Buick, see “Servicing the two knobs one-quarter turn counterclockwise and Your Air Bag-Equipped Buick” in the Index.
Page 279: Fuses And Circuit Breakers
Driver’s Side Fuse Block Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers and fusible thermal links. This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse.
Page 280 Fuse Usage Not Used Not Used Power Seats Circuit Breaker Not Used Not Used PASS-Key Spare Not Used Not Used Up-Level HVAC, ALM, Cruise Control Courtesy Lamps, Power Mirrors Not Used Perimeter Lighting Ashtray, Cigarette Lighter Turn Signal, Back-up Lamps, Cornering Lamps, LCM Spare Not Used...
Page 281 Fuse Usage Fuse Usage Not Used Radio Interior Lighting Not Used Electronic Level Control Not Used Air Bag System Air Bag System, PASS-Key Spare Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Rear Defog Cooling Fans, Transaxle Not Used Parking Lamps, Interior Lamps Not Used Not Used Wipers, Washer...
Page 282 Fuse Usage Door Locks Trunk Release, Horns Not Used Miscellaneous Engine Controls Fuel Pump RELAY Injectors POSITIONS Powertrain Control Module Not Used Not Used A/C Programmer r - - - - - - - - - q FUSE POSITIONS Not Used &...
Page 283: Replacement Bulbs
Replacement Bulbs Bulb Bulb Inside Lamps Outside Lamps Overhead Front ..........Dome Lamps (Custom) Parking Lamps 194NA .
Page 284: Capacities And Specifications
Capacities and Specifications Automatic Transaxle AT (Overdrive) ......... . Pan Removal and Replacement 6.5 quarts (6.1 L) .
Page 285: Engine Specifications
....Engine Oil Filter AC Type PF-47 If you're not sure, ask your Buick dealer....Spark Plugs AC Type 41 -92 1 Gap: 0.060 inch (1.52 mm)
Page 286 L36 Engine Accessory Belt A. Power Steering B. Alternator The L36 engine uses an engine accessory belt. This diagram shows the features connected and the routing. C. Air Conditioning See “Maintenance Schedule” in the Index for when to D. Idle check the belt.
Page 287: Section 7 Maintenance Schedule
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 288: How This Section Is Organized
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 289: Using Your Maintenance Schedule
Here’s how to decide which condition, your Buick dealer. schedule to follow: 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 290: Short Trip/City Intervals
Maintenance Schedule Short Trip/City Definition Short Trip/City Intervals Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter Follow the Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule if any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle: Change (or 3 months, whichever occurs first). Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km).
Page 291 Maintenance Schedule Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 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 Trip/City Maintenance Schedule is true. Chassis Lubrication (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 292 Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles If your vehicle has an Engine Oil Life Monitor, the (1 66 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles monitor will show you when to change the oil usually between 3,000 miles (5 000 and 7,500 miles...
Page 293 Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule 3.000 Miles (5 000 km) 6,000 Miles (10 000 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 294 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 9,000 Miles (15 000 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 Co17tso1 Service. An Emission Control Sesvice.
Page 295 Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule Miles (25 000 15,000 18,000 Miles (30 000 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 296 -&City Maintenance Schedule 21,000 Miles (35 000 km) 24,000 Miles 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 Con.tro1 Service.
Page 297: Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule
Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 27,000 Miles (45 000 km) 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service.
Page 298 Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) (Continued) Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage Change engine oil and filter (or every or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any 3 months, whichever occurs first). damage.
Page 299 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) 39,000 Miles (65 000 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 300 Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule 42,000 Miles (70 000 45,000 Miles (75 000 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 301 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 48,000 Miles (80 000 km) 50,000 A4ile.s (83 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter 3 months, whichever occurs first). if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: An Emission Control Service.
Page 302 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) 51,000 Miles (85 000 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 $erviCe.
Page 303 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 57,000 Miles (95 000 km) 60,000 Miles (100 000 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 Corztrol Service.
Page 304 r S h i t Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 63,000 Miles (105 000 km) ,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued) Change engine oil and filter (or every Replace air cleaner filter. 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks.
Page 305 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 66,000 Miles (I10 000 km) 69,000 Miles (115 000 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 306 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 72,000 Miles (120 000 kmj) 75,000 Miles (125 000 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 307 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 Enzission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage, transaxle shift linkage, parking brake cable guides and underbody contact points and linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 308 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 84,000 Miles (140 000 kj 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 En1ission Control Service.
Page 309 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 90,000 Miles (150 000 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 An Emission Control Service.. damage.
Page 310 Short TriplCity, Maintenance Schedule 93,OOOMiles (155 000 km) 96,000 Miles (160 000 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 311 Short l’rip/City Maintenance Schedule 100,000 Miles (166,000 km) l J Change engine oil and filter (or every Drain, flush and.refil1 cooling system 3 months, whichever occurs first). (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). See “Engine An Emission Control Service. Coolant”...
Page 312 TridCity Maintenance Schedule ( S h o r t l.OO,OOO Miles (166 000 km) (Continued) - Uses such as found in taxi, police or Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or delivery service. more of these conditions: v y o u do not use your vehicle under any of In heavy city traffic where the outside...
Page 313: Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule
Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles If your vehicle has an Engine Oil Life Monitor, the k m ) (166 000 should be performed after 100,000 miles monitor will show you when to change the oil usually k m ) (166 000...
Page 314 Long TriplHighway Maintenance Schedule 15,000 Miles (25 000 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. Lubricate the suspension and steering Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage, transaxle shift linkage, parking...
Page 315 Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 22,500 Miles (37 500 km) 30,000 Miles (50 000 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). Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service.
Page 316 Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule I Miles (75 000 km) 45,000 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 317 Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter Change engine oil and filter (or e :veq if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or 12 months, whichever occurs first). more of these conditions: An Emission Control Service.
Page 318 Long TriplHighway Maintenance Schedule 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Replace air cleaner filter. Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks.
Page 319 B o n g Trip/Highwa&aintenance Schedule 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or eve? r‘ 12 months, whichever occurs first). 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 320 Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule ~~~~ 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) 90,000 Miles (150 000 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). AI? Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service.
Page 321 Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and 12 months, whichever occurs first). Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage, transaxle shift linkage, parking brake cable guides and underbody contact...
Page 322 Long TriplHighway Maintenance Schedule 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) Drain, flush and refill cooling system Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter (or every 60 months since last service, if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or whichever occurs first). See “Engine more of these conditions: Coolant”...
Page 323: At Least Once A Month
Part B: Owner Checks and Services Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the Listed below are owner checks and services which windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if should be performed at the intervals specified to help necessary.
Page 324 At Least Once a Year At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are specified in Part working properly.
Page 325 Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI) Check Starter Switch Check 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 326 Steering Column Lock Check Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn 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 327 Inspect all pipes, fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Proper procedures to perform these services may be found in a Buick service manual. See “Service and Throttle Linkage Inspection Owner Publications” in the Index. Inspect the throttle linkage for interference or binding, Steering, Suspension and Front-Wheel-Drive and for damage or missing parts.
Page 328 Part D: Recommended Fluids and USAGE FLUIDlLUBRICANT Lubricants Coolant GM Part No. 3634621 or equivalent with a complete flush NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, Supplement Sealer and refill. part number or specification may be obtained from your GM dealer.
Page 329 USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Chassis Chassis lubricant (GM Part Hood and Door Multi-purpose lubricant, Superlube@ Lubrication No. 1052497 or equivalent) or (GM Part No. 1234624 1 Hinges lubricant meeting requirements or equivalent). of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Weatherstrip or GC-LB.
Page 330 Part E: Maintenance Record Any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on After the scheduled services are performed, record the the following record pages. Also, you should retain all date, odometer reading and who performed the service maintenance receipts.
Page 331 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING 7-45...
Page 332 Maintenance Record ODOMETER SERVICED READING DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-46...
Page 333: Section 8 Customer Assistance Information
Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Here you will find out how to contact Buick if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. This section includes information on:...
Page 334 In Mexico: (525) 625-3256 promptly address any issue which may arise. Buick has In Puerto Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) or empowered its dealers to make decisions and repair 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish) vehicles, and they are eager to resolve your concern to your complete satisfaction.
Page 335: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Nature of concern Buick has TTY equipment available at its Customer We encourage you to call us so we can give your inquiry Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with prompt attention.
Page 336: Canadian Roadside Assistance
- Takes the anxiety out of uncertain situations by providing easy access to service professionals trained to work with Buick owners, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including weekends and holidays. For details on Buick Roadside Assistance, please consult your Buick Roadside Assistance owner booklet included with your owner’s manual.
Page 337: Courtesy Transportation
Courtesy Transportation, a program which will provide Buick retail customers with: Reimbursement toward a loaner vehicle, courtesy of Buick Motor Division, for up to five days for vehicles requiring overnight warranty repairs. Also, reimbursement up to $30 a day (five days maximum) may be available for the cost of a rental car, bus or even a cab.
Page 338 BBB AUTO LINE Council of Better Business Bureaus Both Buick and your Buick dealer are committed 4200 Wilson Boulevard to making sure you are completely satisfied with Suite 800 your new vehicle. Our experience has shown that,...
Page 339: Reporting Safety Defects To The United States Government
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 340: Reporting Safety Defects To The Canadian Government
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 902 E. Hamilton Avenue...
Page 341: Service And Owner Publications
Service Manuals Service and Owner Publications Service manuals contain diagnostic and repair information for all chassis and body systems. They may be useful for owners who wish to get a greater understanding of their vehicle. They are also useful for owners with the appropriate skill level or training who wish to perform “do-it-yourself”...
Page 342: Service Bulletins
Owner Publications Service Bulletins Service bulletins covering various subjects are regularly Owner’s manuals, warranty folders and various owner sent to all General Motors dealerships. GM monitors assistance booklets provide owners with general product performance in the field. When service methods operation and maintenance information.
Page 343: Section 9 Index
Section 9 Index ............. Appearance Care Materials 6-48 A i r Bag 1-16 ............How Does it Restrain 1-20 Arbitration Program ............. . How it Works 1-18 Armrest. Storage 2-47 ........
Page 344 Canadian Roadside Assistance ......Tnside of Your Buick 6-42 ..... .
Page 345 ........... Climate Control. Steering Wheel Touch Control Dead Battery ........... . Climate Control System Defects.
Page 346 ........Electrical Equipment. Adding‘ 3.30. 6.50 Entry Lighting. Delayed 2-41 ....... Electrical System 6-50 ........Ethanol ........... Electrochromic Daymight Rearview Mirror 2-44 Exhaust. Engine 2-29 ............ Electronic Level Control 4-29 Exit Lighting. Delayed 2-41 ..........Electronic Touch Climate Control 3- 1 Express-Down Window...
Page 347 ........Ignition Positions 2-17 G a g e s ........... Illuminated Entry 2-41 Engine Coolant Temperature 2-60 ............. Inflation.
Page 348 ... . L a b e l s Traction Control System Warning 2.59. 4.8 ........
Page 349 ..........Oil Pressure Light 2-64 Maintenance When Trailer Towing 4-36 ....
Page 350 ....Pregnancy. Use of Safety Belts 1-22 Replacement ..............Problems on the Road Bulbs 6-55...
Page 351 ... . Right Front Passenger Position 1-22 Servicing Your Bag-Equipped Buick 1-21 ..........
Page 352 ..........Starting Your Engine Third Gear.
Page 353 ..........Towing a Trailer 4-30 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator...
Page 354 ......Windshield Washer 2-34 Wheel ........

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