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Page 3 1 at tire or overheated engine, etc............. Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to keep your- Buick running properly and looking good..............Maintenanceschedule 7- 1 This section tells...
Page 4 For vehicles first sold i n Canada, substitute the name For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Buick Motor French Language Manual: Division whenever appears i n this manual.
Page 6 Buicks across the country using his Durant-Dort Carriage Co. outlets and salespeople 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 French government. complete a I ,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 In World Wdr 11, Buick built aircraft engines, tanks and A high-compression V-8 engine was introduced 1953. And Buick’s Famous vertical pillar “toothy” grille, other military hardware. This post-war period brought great styling and engineering changes which resulted in 1942), became more massive in the (introduced increased sales.
Page 9 I962 Buick Special 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 a state-of-the-art backed with services that exceed our customers?
Page 10 How to Use this Manual Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. This will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly.
Page 11 In the notice area, we tell you about something that can Vehicle Damage Warnings damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would Also, in this book you will find these notices: not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly. But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage.
Page 12 These symbols Here are some Vehicle Symbols are used on other symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle. you may see: warning and indicator lights: Thesc symbols FUSE For example, These symbols ENGINE some o f these symbols are important 0 1 1...
Page 13 Here you’ll find information about the seats your Manual 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. Seats and Seat Controls...
Page 14 Power Seat (C): Controls Center Move the seat forward or back holding the control to the front or back. Raise the seat by holding the control to the left. Hold the control to the right to lower the seat. Rear Tilt Control (R): Raise the rear of the seat by holding the switch to the left.
Page 15 Now it’s set. When your Buick is in PARK (P) with the ignition ON, push the MEMORY button you just stored and the seat and mirrors will go to where you’ve just set them.
Page 16 Remote Keyless Entry Personalization To program the system: Feature (Option) Adjust the driver’s seat, including the recliner, to a comfortable position. Adjust both outside mirrors to suit you. See “Outside Mirron” in the Index. Press the SET button on the driver’s door armrest. You will hear one beep.
Page 17 EXIT T f you prefer to program the seat position Reclining Front Seatbacks of the key fobs, follow these steps: adjust the seatback, lift 1. Press the SET button. You will hear one beep. the lever on the outer side 2.
Page 18 CAUTION: But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving.
Page 19 Heated Seats (Option) Push the switch closest to the front of the driver’s seat forward and the driver’s seat will start to warm up. Push the switch closest to the front of the front passenger’s seat forward and the front passenger seat will begin to warm up.
Page 20 Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone Your car has a light that comes on as This part of the rnarlual tells how to use safety belts reminder to buckle up. properly. It tells you some things you should also (See “Safety Belt with safety belts.
Page 21 Why Safety Belts Work you ride in or When on anything, you go as fast as goes. Put someone on Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’s just a seat on wheels.
Page 22 The person keeps going until stopped by something. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn't stop. In a real vehicle, i t could b.e the windshield ... 1-10...
Page 23 or the instrument panel or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such good sense. 1-11...
Page 24 Here Are Questions Many People Ask If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? About Safety Belts and the Answers You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an even one that isn’t your fault -- you and accident...
Page 25 Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your Buick, see the part of this manual called “Children.” Follow those rules for everyone’s protection.
Page 26 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you. rhe 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.
Page 27 Adjust the height that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling off your shoulder. What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way.
Page 28 What’s wrong with this? is buckled in the wrong place. The belt 1-16...
Page 29 &: What's wrong with this? The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. 1-17...
Page 30 What’s wrong with this? The belt is twisted across the body. 1-18...
Page 31 ?‘his 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 32 AIR BAG There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See “Air Bag Readiness Light”...
Page 33 How the Air 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? The driver’s air bag is i n the middle of the steering wheel. 1-21...
Page 34 any particular crash, no one can say whether an air bag should have inflated simply because of the damage vehicle or because of what the repair costs were. Inflation is determined by the angle of the impact and the vehicle’s deceleration. Vehicle damage is only one indication of this.
Page 35 Air bags should never -be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts, and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions. What will you see after an air bag inflates? After the air bag inflates, it quickly deflates. This occurs so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated.
Page 36 Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag system. Improper service can mean that your air bag Air bags affect how your Buick should be serviced. system won’t work properly. See your dealer for There are parts of the air bag system in several places service.
Page 37 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For women.
Page 38 Center Passenger Position Lap Belt If your vehicle has a front split seat and a rear bench seat, someone can sit in the center positions. When you sit in a center seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has retractor.
Page 39 Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Buckle, position and release the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt. If the belt isn't long enough, see "Safety Belt Extender" at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned you would be able unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 40 Lap-Shoulder Belt 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. windows Pull up on the latch plate make sure it is secure. The positions next to the have lap-shoulder belts. Here’s how to wear one properly. When the lap belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock.
Page 41 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 42 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for seatback and the interior body, about half-way down the edge of the seatback. Here is how you should install the Children and Small Adults comfort guides the shoulder belts: Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge of comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints the seatback and the interior body to remove the...
Page 43 3. There is a “button stop” on the shoulder belt that 4. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on keeps the belt from going too far into the retractor at the top of the seatback.
Page 44 To remove and store the comfort guides, just perform Smaller Children and Babies these steps in reverse order. Squeeze the belt edges together that you can take them out fro111 the guides. Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip, and then slide the guide onto the clip.
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Page 46 Child Restraints Be sure to follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both. These restraints use the belt system in your vehicle, but the child also has to be secured within the restraint to help reduce the chance of personal injury.
Page 47 Top Strap Wherever you install it, be sure to secure the child restraint properly. Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle. Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle even when no child is in it.
Page 48 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear If you need to have anchor installed, you can ask your Buick dealer to put it for you. If you want to Outside Seat Position install an anchor yourself, your dealer can tell you how to do it.
Page 49 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is 5. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the retractor to set the lock. safety belt quickly if you ever had 1-37...
Page 50 6. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt into the retractor Securing a Child Restraint in the Center while you push down on the child restraint. Rear Seat Position You’ll be using the lap belt. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure is secure.
Page 51 4. Run the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint. The child restraint instructions will show restraint has one. you how. 1. Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt.
Page 52 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different Securing Child Restraint in the Right directions to be sure it is secure. If the child restraint Front Seat Position isn’t secure, turn the latch plate over and buckle it again. Then see if 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 53 You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. 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 54 6. Pull the rest of the lap belt way out of retractor to set the lock. 7. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. 8. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure...
Page 55 Accident statistics show that children are safer if they Larger Children are restrained in the rear seat. But they need to use the safety belts properly. Children who aren’t buckled up can be thrown out in a crash. Children who aren’t buckled up can strike other people who are.
Page 56 Q.’ What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck? of the vehicle, but Move the child toward the center be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child’s shoulder, so that in a crash the child’s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide.
Page 57 Wherever the child sits, the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the child’s thighs. This applies belt force to the child’s pelvic bones in a crash. 1-45...
Page 58 Replacing Seat and Restraint System Safety Belt Extender Parts After a Crash If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. 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 59 Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features o n your Buick, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if...
Page 60 If you lose your keys, you’ll be able to have new ones made easily using these plugs. If your ignition keys don’t have plugs, go to your Buick dealer for the correct key code if you need a new ignition key.
Page 61 Key Reminder Warning There are several ways lock and unlock your If you leave your keys in the ignition, you will hear a vehicle: warning chime when you turn off the ignition and open From the outside, use your the driver’s door. door key.
Page 62 lock the door from the Programmable Automatic Door Locks inside, move the lock (Option) control on the door down. Close your doors and turn on the ignition. Every time you To unlock the door, move move your shift lever out of PARK (P), all of the doors the lock control on the will lock.
Page 63: Park
CHILD Rear Door Security Locks door from the outside. SEClJRlTY LOCK Your Buick is equipped with rear door security locks Move the lever all the that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors way down. SET LEVER BOTH of your car from the inside.
Page 64 Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to If your Buick has this option, you can lock and unlock use this equipment- your doors or unlock your trunk from up to 30 feet (9 m)
Page 65 Each vehicle can have only two transmitters matched to it. If your Buick also has this option, the key tag will make it work. Touch any button on the key chain transmitter To match a transmitter, use the following instructions.
Page 66 If the lock control does not work as it should. see your 3. Connect a fuse jumper wire with alligator clips at Buick dealer. both ends from the program circuit (Terminal 8) g r o ~ ~ n d circuit (Terminal 4). Grounding the program terminal erases the system memc>ry and...
Page 67 Battery Replacement 4. Replace the front cover. Make sure the cover is on tightly, so water won’t get in. Replace the screw in Under normal use, the batteries in your key chain the back cover. transmitter should last about two years. Automatic Pull-Down Feature (Option) You can tell the batteries are weak if the transmitter any location.
Page 68 Trunk Remote Trunk Release The trunk release switch in the glove box must be ON for the TRUNK button to work. This feature allows you to secure items in the trunk. To secure, turn the TRUNK RELEASE to OFF, box, lock the glove then take the door key with you.
Page 69 You’ll be able to see where to put the door key when it’s If you walk away from your vehicle with the keys dark, and the lamps inside your Buick will go on. inside, it’s an easy target for joy riders or professional They’ll go off when you start your engine, or when...
Page 70 You must still shut off the alarm by inserting the key in the door lock. If your Buick has this option, it has a theft-deterrent Here’s how to avoid setting off the alarm by accident: alarm system.
Page 71 If you set off the alarm by accident, unlock any door with your key. Your vehicle is equi ped You can also turn off the alarm by using the Keyless with the PASS-Key I1 Entry System, if you have it. The alarm won’t stop if (Personalized Automotive you try to unlock a door any other way.
Page 72 (see “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index). If the starter won’t work with the other key, your 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%. 2-14...
Page 73 New Vehicle “Break-In” Your square-headed NOTICE: key operates your ignition lock. Your modern Buick doesn’t need elaborate “break-in.’’ But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: Don’t drive at any one speed fast or...
Page 74 (B) LOCK: Before put the key in, your ignition will be in the LOCK position. This position locks your ignition, steering wheel and transaxle. It’s a theft deterrent feature. (C) OFF: This position lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel.
Page 75 Wait about 15 seconds between NOTICE: each try to help avoid draining your battery. Don’t try to shift to PARK (P) if your Buick is moving. If you do, you could damage the transaxle. Shift to PARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped.
Page 76 3. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then Driving Through Deep Standing Water stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the NOTICE: floor and holding there as you hold the key in START for about three seconds, If the car starts If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or briefly but then stops again, do the same thing, but...
Page 77 The answer depends on the weather, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact your Buick dealer in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle.
Page 78 Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) range before NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine doesn’t starting the engine. Your Buick has a brake-transaxle connect with the wheels. To restart when you’re already shift interlock. You have to fully apply your regular NEUTRAL moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only.
Page 79 ( a ) : AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: Going less than about km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. Going about km/h) or more, push the accelerator all the way down.
Page 80 FIRST GEAR (1): SECOND GEAR (2): This position gives you more This position gives you even more SECOND power (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). power but lower fuel economy. You can use (2) on hills. It can help control your speed as you go can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud.
Page 81 Parking Brake If you try to drive off with the parking brake on, the brake light stays on and a chime sounds until you release To set the parking brake, the parking brake or recycle the ignition. hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot.
Page 82 Shifting Into PARK (P) 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) position like this: Pull the lever toward YOU. I . Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. 2-24...
Page 83 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Move the lever up as far as it will go. Running 3. Move the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Remove the key and take with you. If you can walk away from your vehicle with the ignition key in If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P).
Page 84 Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your Your Buick has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You transaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the have to fully u p p l y your regular brake beJi,re you can...
Page 85 Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust...
Page 86 Running Your Engine While You’re Parked It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won’t move. See “Shifting Into PARK (P)” in the Index. If you are parking on a hill and if you’re pulling a trailer, also see “Towing a Trailer”...
Page 87 driver can still control all the windows with the switch Power Windows in the locked position. Push UNLOCK to allow your passengers to use their window switches again. Horn To sound the horn, press a pad with the horn symbol on either side of the steering wheel.
Page 88 Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two The lever on the left side of the steering column downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you includes your: to signal turn or lane change.
Page 89 A green arrow on the If you have a trailer towing option with added wiring for instrument panel will flash the trailer lamps, a different turn signal flasher is used. With this flasher installed, the signal indicator will flash in the direction of the turn even if a turn signal bulb is burned out.
Page 90 Windshield Wipers You can set the wiper speed for a long or short 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. For steady wiping at low speed, turn the band away from you to the LO position.
Page 91 Driving without washer fluid can be dangerous. A bad Windshield Washer mud splash can block your vision. You could hit another At the top of the multifunction lever there’s a paddle vehicle or go off the road. Check your washer fluid level with the word PUSH on it.
Page 92 Cruise Control NOTICE: With cruise control, you can When using concentrated washer fluid, maintain a speed of about follow the manufacturer’s instructions for 25 mph (40 km/h) or more adding water. without keeping your foot Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer on the accelerator.
Page 93 To Set Cruise Control when the optional your vehicle is in cruise control traction control system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. (See “Traction Control System” in the Index.) When road conditions allow you to safely use it again, you may turn the cruise control back on.
Page 94 To Resume a Set Speed 2. Get up to the speed you want. 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. Once you’re going about 25 nlph (40 km/h) or more, you can move the cruise...
Page 95 To Increase Speed While Using Cruise Here’s the second way to go to a higher speed: Control Move the cruise switch from ON to WA. Hold it There are two ways to go to a higher speed. Here’s the first: there until you get up to the speed you want, and 1.
Page 96 Using Cruise Control on Hills To Reduce Speed While Using Cruise Control How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load, and the steepness of the hills. There are two ways to reduce your speed while using When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the cruise control: accelerator pedal to maintain your speed.
Page 97 Lamps Lamps ON Warning If the parking lamp or headlamp switch is left on you'll This switch controls these hear a warning tone when you turn the ignition off and systems: open the driver's door. Headlamps Panel Lights Taillamps Instrument panel light Parking Lamps brightness can be adjusted License Lamps...
Page 98 If you move the control all the way to MAX, your lamps Time Out Feature (Option) will remain on for three minutes after you turn off your On vehicles equipped with the optional Remote Keyless engine. If you move the control almost all the way in the Entry System, the interior lamps will automatically turn other direction, so it’s just on, the lamps will go off off after a 10 minute period if a door is left open.
Page 99 Daytime Running Lamps (Canada Only) When it’s dark enough outside, your low beam headlamps will change to full brightness. The other Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier to lamps that come on with your headlamps will also come see the front of your vehicle during the day.
Page 100 Front Seat Reading Lamps Rear Seat Reading Lamps Front seat reading lamps are turned on by pressing the To turn on one of the rear seat reading lamps, push up LAMP switch on the overhead console. on the switch above the rear door. To turn off the rear seat reading lamps, pull down on the switch.
Page 101: Side Marker. Front
Lamp Monitors (Option) Bulbs Monitored Bulbs Monitored Indicator High Beam Both Headlamp High Beams Low Beam Both Headlamp Low Beams Left Turn 1 Front Left T d a r k Rear Left TudStop Right Turn 1 Front Right Turn/Park This system will let you know when certain exterior 2 Rear Right TudStop light bulbs fail.
Page 102 Mirrors Automatic Inside Mirror Manual Inside Mirror Your Buick may have an automatic inside mirror. The automatic mirror adjusts for the glare of headlamps behind you. It detects changes in light, and then adjusts for day or night operation. During the day the mirror reflects all the light from When you are sitting in a comfortable driving position, behind your car.
Page 103 Automatic Mirror Settings Automatic Inside Mirror With Compass (Option) There is an automatic and an off position. When the button on the bottom of the mirror is pressed up and has a green halo, the mirror is on automatic. Press it again to ' / ' turn off.
Page 104 Reverse Gear Day Mode Compass Calibration The reverse mode is another important feature of this Once the compass is calibrated, it does not need to be mirror. When the shift lever is placed in REVERSE (R), recalibrated as long as the mirror is left in your vehicle the mirror changes to the day mode.
Page 105 Compass Variance Find your location on the zone map. Note your zone number. Hold in the CAL switch (on the bottom of the mirror housing) for five seconds until the current zone entry number appears on the display. To hold the CAL switch, insert a paper clip into the small hole on the bottom of the mirror housing.
Page 106 If you have this option, the driver’s side outside mirror will adjust for the glare of headlamps behind you. This Your Buick has an electric feature is controlled by the on and off settings on the mirror control located on automatic inside mirror.
Page 107 Dual Sun Visors Convenience Net (Option) To block out glare, swing down the visors. Each’sun visor can be removed from the center mount and moved sun visor remains to to the side, while the auxiliary block glare from the front. Your vehicle may have a convenience net.
Page 108 Astroroof (Option) Visor Vanity Mirrors have the astroroof option, the switch is on the roof between the sun visors. It will open the astroroof when in Retained Accessory Power or when the ignition is ON. To fully open the glass panel and sunshade, press the This mirror is on the larger of the passenger’s sun visors.
Page 109 Garage Door Opener Storage Hole Location Model The garage door opener Chamberlain storage area is located in the headliner. 54LM EZ-Lift 1089 3089 Genie AT-35A AT-85/AT-95 AT-90 MAT 85/90 Moore-O-Matic To use your garage door opener in the storage area, see Ladybug (MIN) the following chart to find the proper pin and hole Sears...
Page 110 1. To place your garage 3. Now install the door opener in the selected pin into the specified hole on the storage area, carefully lever as indicated from open the cover with a screwdriver, as shown. the chart. Insert a screwdriver in the slot located above the word GARAGE and pry down on the...
Page 111 5. Remove the backing from the adhesive strips on the panel and place your garage door opener on the panel. 6. If the adhesive strips won’t hold your opener in place, tie down loops may be used. 8. Snap the panel with your garage door opener into the cover.
Page 112 Automatic Ride Control Front Storage Armrest Your Park Avenue Automatic Ride Control provides a comfortable, controlled ride. This suspension system keeps adjusting your car's ride and handling depending upon speed and road conditions. Automatic Ride Control uses three levels of control to ensure a combination of balance and stability.
Page 113: Ashtray
Ashtrays Assist Handles The front center ashtray may be removed for cleaning. A folding handle over each rear door and the front passenger’s door can be used to help you get in or out of your Buick. 2-55...
Page 114 Cigarette Lighter There are cigarette lighters near the front and rear ashtrays. To use one, push it in all the way and let go. When it’s ready, it will pop back by itself. NOTICE: If you hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand away while it is heating, it won’t be able to back from the heating element when it’s ready.
Page 115 (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). Your Buick has a “tamper-resistant odometer.” If you can see very noticeable bright silver lines between the numbers, probably someone has tried to turn it back.
Page 116 Trip Odometer Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury. Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions.
Page 117 Safety Beit Reminder Light Air Bag Readiness Light AIR BAG There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the When the key is turned to RUN or START, a chime will air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions.
Page 118 If the light stays on, you need 11 to 15 volts. If the reading stays outside the normal service, and you should take your Buick to the dealer at range, have your Buick dealer check the electrical once.
Page 119 Brake System Warning Light Your Buick’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn’t part working, the other ( 0 ) you. still work and stop BRAKE good braking, though, you need both parts working well.
Page 120 If the light still stays on, or comes on the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving again while you’re driving, your Buick needs service. If accordingly. the regular brake system warning light isn’t on, you still have brakes, but‘...
Page 121 The traction control system warning light may come on Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Ligh for the following reasons: If you turn the system off by pressing the TRACTION CONTROL button located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel the warning light will come on and stay on.
Page 122 Low Coolant Warning Light Engine Coolant Temperature Gage (Option) When this light comes on, the cooling system is low on coolant. As a bulb check, it will come on when the COOLANT ignition in the RUN position and then go off. If you have the gage cluster, you have a gage that shows If the coolant level is low, the light will come back on.
Page 123 Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service NOTICE: Engine Soon Light) If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after a while the emission controls won’t work as well, your fuel economy won’t be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty.
Page 124 Door Ajar Light (Option) Engine Oil Pressure Light and Optional Gage When the ignition is ON, this light will stay on until all the doors are closed and completely latched. DOOR AJAR OIL- Trunk Ajar Light (Option) If your car has the optional gage cluster, the oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in pounds per square If this light stays on with inch (psi).
Page 125 If you’re “idling” at a stop sign, the light may blink Check Oil Level Light (Option) on and then off. The CHECK OIL LEVEL If you make a hard stop, the light may come on for a light comes on for three moment.
Page 126 Change Oil Soon Light (Option) started after that. If the CHANGE time the engine OIL SOON light is on continuously, there is problem This light is activated by the with the Oil Life Monitor System and service is Engine Oil Life Monitor required.
Page 127 Tachometer (Option) Fuel Gage Your fuel gage shows about how much fuel is in your tank. It works only when the ignition is ON. When the indicator nears E, you still have a little fuel left. You need to get The tachometer on the optional gage cluster tells you more fuel right away.
Page 128 Low Fuel Light (Option) Here are some concerns owners have had about the fuel gage. All these situations are normal and indicate If your Buick has this nothing wrong with the fuel gage: option, a yellow light near At the gas station, the gas pump shuts off before the...
Page 129 R- 134a refrigerant. Fresh air from outside your vehicle flows through your Buick when the car is moving. When the vehicle is not moving, you can get outside air to flow through by selecting any upper buttons (except the rear window...
Page 130 Rear Passenger ComforTemp (Option) Dual Automatic ComforTemp Climate Control (Option) your Buick has the Dual Automatic ComforTemp Climate Control option, the following information tells you how it works. If you have this option, you can adjust the direction of the air flow to the rear seating area.
Page 131 driving. During stops, the display shows the previous temperature, and time since the engine was last started. temperature for best accuracy and system control. Pushing the FAN, AIR FLOW or FRONT buttons will override this delay, turn off the AUTO setting, and If the display is flashing after the system is started, you change the fan speed.
Page 132 FLOOR, and FRONT will cancel. Notice the arrows in the display. VENT: The VENT button allows fresh air to flow through your Buick without the air conditioning compressor working. AUTO and VENT may be selected If FRONT is selected while in the AUTO mode, the fan at the same time so the system will continue to maintain speed will vary.
Page 133 The ventilation system always allows fresh air to REAR: The lines you flow through your Buick when the vehicle is moving. see on the rear window The system will try to keep the air at a previously warm the glass. Press the chosen temperature.
Page 134 FAN: The FAN control is used to select the speed of If your Buick has this climate control system, the the blower fan. There are four speeds to choose from. following information tells you how it works.
Page 135 HTR: Air Conditioning To direct air out of the heater outlets, press HTR and adjust the temperature and fan speeds for your MAX: This setting provides maximum cooling with the comfort. Most of the air will come from the floor least amount of work.
Page 136 Audio Systems Rear Window Defogger (Option) Your Delco@ audio system has been designed to operate @REAR: The lines you easily and give years of listening pleasure. will get see on the rear window the most enjoyment out of it if you ac uaint yourself warm the glass.
Page 137 RECALL: AM-FM Stereo Radio with Cassette Tape Press the upper knob briefly to recall the station being played the clock display. To change Player what is normally shown on the display (station time), press the knob until you see the display want, then hold the knob until the display flashes.
Page 138 Presets: The six pushbuttons let you return to your TREB: Press this button lightly so it extends. Turn the favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, knob to increase or decrease treble. The middle position and six FM2). is a detent.
Page 139 SIDE ( 5 ) : Press this button to change the side of the While the tape is playing, use the VOL, FADE, BAL, TREB and BASS controls just as you do for the radio. tape that is playing. Other controls may have different functions when a tape (6): Press this button to select or deselect Dolby@ B is inserted.
Page 140 Tone Control SEEK: Press the up or down arrow to go to the next If your Buick has a radio with Automatic Tone Control, higher or lower station. The sound will be muted while the instructions below will explain how to use the radio.
Page 141 TONE: This feature allows you to choose preset treble AUTO SET: Press this button and the system will set the 12 strongest FM or the six strongest AM stations on and bass equalization settings designed for classical, pop, rock, jazz, talk and country/western stations. your preset buttons.
Page 142 Other controls may have different functions when a tape is inserted. The display will show TAPE and an arrow to show which side of the tape is playing. Your tape bias is set automatically. PREV (1): Press this button to search for the previous selection on the tape.
Page 143 SIDE (5): Press this button to change the side of the tape that is playing. (6): Press this button to select or deselect Dolby@ Noise Reduction to reduce background noise. Dolby@ B Noise Reduction is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby and the symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
Page 144 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 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 145 AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and The pla er automatically reduces background noise from Dolby B NR encoded tapes. Compact Disc Player Dolby' B Noise Reduction is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. symbol are trademarks of Dolby Dolby and the Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
Page 146 THEFTLOCK Press the 1 and 4 preset buttons at the same time and hold until shows on the display. “- -” Your system has this feature if the word THEFTLOCK You have only 15 seconds between each of the appears on the faceplate. THEFTLOCK is a following steps.
Page 147 Disabling THEFTLOCK Unlocking the System If you want to turn off THEFTLOCK, you will need to If battery battery power is removed for any reason, will appear on the display when power is reapplied. You enter your code. If you lose or forget your code, your dealer.
Page 148 Steering Wheel Controls (Option) SEEK: Press the SEEK pad to go to the next higher or lower radio station. SCAN: Press this pad to scan the stations preset on your radio pushbuttons. AM FM: Press AM FM to receive AM, FM1 or FM2 radio signals.
Page 149 Understanding Radio Reception adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it. FM Stereo To help avoid hearing loss or damage: stereo will give you the best sound. But FM signals Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting.
Page 150 Cassette Tape Player Care cleaner cassette If you use this type of cleaner, the t u r n . radio may eject the cartridge. This is normal and is the A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause result of an added feature in the tape player that detects reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes, or a damaged broken tapes.
Page 151 Compact Disc Care Antenna Care Handle discs carefully. Store them in their original cases The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight without being damaged. If the mast should ever become and dust.
Page 152 2. Dampen a clean cloth with mineral spirits or an NOTICE: equivalent solvent. Don’t lubricate the power antenna. Lubrication Wipe a cloth over the mast sections, removing could damage it. any dirt. Wipe dry with a clean cloth before retracting. NOTICE: Before entering an automatic car wash, turn your radio to make the power antenna...
Page 153 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.” city streets, rural roads, or freeways, it means “always expect the unexpected.”...
Page 154 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 a national tragedy.
Page 155 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. In a growing number of U.S. states, and throughout Canada, the limit is 0.08 percent.
Page 156 The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol drink. in one amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. “I’ll be careful” isn’t the right answer. What if there’s an emergency, a need to take sudden action, as when a child darts into the street? A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision.
Page 157 Braking Control of a Vehicle Braking action involves perception time and reaction You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and time. the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal.
Page 158 Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavy Your Buick has an advanced electronic braking system braking rather than keeping pace with traffic. This that will help prevent a braking skid.
Page 159 The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. Here’s how anti-lock works. Let’s say the road is wet. You’re driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you.
Page 160 Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need When the system is on, the to get your foot up to the brake pedal. If you get too TRACTION OFF warning close to the vehicle in front of you, you won’t have time light will come on to let to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or you know if there’s a...
Page 161 Steering To turn the system off, press the TRACTION Power Steering CONTROL button on the instrument panel to the left If you lose power steering assist because the engine of the steering wheel. stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort.
Page 162 Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed. Of course, the posted speeds are Your Buick can perform very well in emergencies like based good weather and road conditions. Under less these. First apply your brakes. It is better to remove as favorable conditions you’ll want to go slower.
Page 163 Off-Road Recovery You may find sometime that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement.
Page 164 Passing Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a following too closely reduces your area of vision, two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, especially if you’re following a larger vehicle.
Page 165 If you’re being passed, make it easy for the The three types of skids correspond to your Buick’s following driver to get ahead of you. Perhaps you three control systems. In the braking skid your wheels can ease a little to the right.
Page 166 A cornering skid is best handled by easing your foot off While driving on a surface with reduced traction, try the accelerator pedal. your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, or braking (including engine braking by shifting to a lower If you have the traction control system, remember: It gear).
Page 167 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 168 Driving in the Rain You can be temporarily blinded by approaching lights. can take a second or two, or even several seconds, for your eyes to readjust to the dark. When you are fixed 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 169 Driving too fast through large water puddles or even The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your going through some car washes can cause problems, too. windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain The water may affect your brakes.
Page 170 Hydroplaning Some Other Rainy Weather Tips Turn on your low-beam headlamps -- not just your Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up parking lights -- to help make you more visible to under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you’re others.
Page 171 City Driving Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip.
Page 172 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 173 If needs service, have it done before starting out. Of course, you‘ll find experienced and able service experts i n Buick dealers all across North America. They’ll be ready and willing to help if you need it. 4-21...
Page 174 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 175 If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle.
Page 176 Here are some tips for winter driving: couple of reflective warning triangles. And, if you will Have your Buick in good shape for winter. Be sure be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag your engine coolant mix is correct.
Page 177 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 178 If You’re Caught in a Blizzard If you don’t have the traction control system, accelerate gently. Try not to break the fragile traction. accelerate too fast, the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more. Your anti-lock brakes improve your ability to make a hard stop on a slippery road.
Page 179 If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a serious situation. You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow. Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: Turn on your hazard flashers.
Page 180 Loading Your Vehicle TIRE-LOADING INFORMATION OCCUPANTS VEHICLE CAP. WT. CTR. FRT. TOTAL LBS. MAX. LOADING & GVWR SAME AS VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT COLD TIRE TIRE SIZE PRESSURE SPEED PSI/KPa FRT. SPA. IF TIRES ARE HOT, ADD 4PSli28KPa Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves SEE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL fuel.
Page 181 MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP GVWR GAWR FRT GAWR RR DATE THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLI- CABLE U.S. FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY, BUMPER, AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE. The other label is the Certification Label, found on the NOTICE: rear edge of the driver’s door.
Page 182 NOTICE: Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered your warranty. To pull a trailer correctly, follow Buick dealer the advice in this part, and see your for important information about towing trailer with your vehicle.
Page 183 If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer Your car can tow a trailer if i t is equipped with the 3800 (1,67) Supercharged engine or the 3800 (L36) If you do, here are some important points. engine and proper trailer towing equipment. To identify There are many different laws, including speed limit what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle, restrictions, having to do with trailering.
Page 184 And, it can also depend on any special equipment that you have on your vehicle. You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at Buick Motor Division, Customer Assistance Center, 902 E. Hamilton Avenue, Flint, MI 48550.
Page 185 Hitches If you’re using a “dead-weight” hitch, the trailer tongue (A) should weigh 10% of the total loaded trailer weight It’s important to have the correct hitch equipment. (B). If you have a “weight-distributing” hitch, the trailer Crosswinds, large trucks going by, ‘and rough roads are tongue (A) should weigh 12% of the total loaded trailer a few reasons why you’ll need the right hitch.
Page 186 Safety Chains Driving with a Trailer You should always attach chains between your vehicle Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road to know your rig.
Page 187 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer Passing You’ll need more passing distance up ahead when When tow a trailer, your vehicle has to have a you’re towing a trailer. And, because you’re a good deal different turn signal flasher and extra wiring. The green longer, you’ll need to go much farther beyond the arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change.
Page 188 When You Are Ready to Leave After Driving On Grades Parking on a Hill Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear bejbre you start down a long os steep downgrade. If you don’t shift - Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down down, you might have to use your brakes so much that while you: they would get hot and no longer work well.
Page 189 Section 5 Problems on the Road Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They Here you‘ll find what to do about some problems that also let police know you have a problem. Your front and can occur on the road. rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off.
Page 190 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. Buick. But please follow the steps on the next pages to do it safely. _____...
Page 191 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 damage the electrical systems. You could be injured if the vehicles roll. Set the parking brake firmly on each vehicle.
Page 192 5. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock and the vehicles could be damaged. Before you connect the cables, here are some basic things you should know. Positive will go to positive and negative...
Page 193 8. Now connect the black Connect the red positive negative cable to the cable to the positive good battery's negative terminal of the terminal. vehicle with the dead battery. Use a remote terminal if positive the vehicle has one. Don't let the other end touch anything until the next 7.
Page 194 11. Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery. If it won’t start after a few tries, it probably needs service. 12. Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting. Take care that they don’t touch each other or any other metal. Attach the cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) away from the dead battery, but not near engine parts that move.
Page 195 Try to have a GM dealer or a professional towing lamps, aero skirting, or special tires and wheels, these service tow your Buick. The usual towing equipment is instructions and illustrations may not be correct. a sling-type (A), wheel-lift...
Page 196 When your vehicle is being towed, have the ignition key off. The steering wheel should be clamped in a straight-ahead position, with a clamping device designed for towing service. Do not use the vehicle’s steering column lock for this. The transaxle should be in NEUTRAL (N) and the parking brake released.
Page 197 Front Towing Hookups Attach T-hook chains behind the front wheels into the bottom slots of the cradle rails on both sides. Position a 4” x 4” wood beam across the sling chains contacting the bottom of the radiator support. Position the lower sling crossbar just behind the rear edge of the front bumper.
Page 198 Rear Towing Hookups TOW LIMITS-55 MPH (88 KPH), 500 MILES (800 KM) Attach T-hook chains to the slots in the bottom of the floor pan of the rear wheels on both sides. Position the lower sling crossbar directly under the rear bumper.
Page 199 Engine Overheating You will find a warning light about a hot engine on your Buick instrument panel and if you have the optional gage cluster, a coolant temperature gage. You will also find a low coolant warning light. If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine...
Page 200 Idle for long periods in traffic. Tow a trailer. If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam, try this for a minute or so: 1. Turn off your air conditioner. 2. Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary.
Page 201 The coolant level should be FULL COLD. If it isn't, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, don't do anything else until cools down.
Page 202 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant NOTICE: Recovery Tank In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at FULL COLD, add a 50/50 mixture of clean water engine, radiator, heater core and other parts.
Page 203 When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at FULL COLD, start your vehicle. If the overheat warning continues, there’s one more thing you can try. You can add the proper coolant mix directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it.
Page 204 How to Add Coolant to the Radiator " ' j ' 3. Fill the radiator with the proper 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the mix, up to the base cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap of the filler neck.
Page 205 Start the engine and let it until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine fans. 7. By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower. If the level is lower, add 4.
Page 206 If a Tire Goes Flat Then replace the pressure cap. At “ 3 It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, any time during especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes this procedure if out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly.
Page 207 Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage Turn by driving slowly to a level place. on your hazard warning flashers. The following steps will tell you how to use the jack change a tire. 5-19...
Page 208 Start with the jack and the wrench. wheel The equipment you’ll need is in the trunk. 5-20...
Page 209 has a The jack bolt at the end. Attach the wheel wrench to the jack bolt. Rotate the wheel wrench clockwise (to the right). That will raise the lift head a little. 5-21...
Page 210 If your Buick has a wheel cover, you must take it off to your vehicle has this reach the wheel nuts. aluminum wheel, you may have plastic wheel nut caps. Use the wheel nut wrench to remove the wheel nut caps and to loosen the wheel nuts.
Page 211 If your vehicle has wire Using the flat end of the key wheel covers, remove them wrench handle between the wire wheel cover and the as follows: center cap, pry off the center cap. Use the wire wheel key wrench to remove the wire Remove the theft-deterrent wheel cover.
Page 212 Position the jack under the Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts. vehicle. There is a notch in Don't remove them yet. Next, attach the wheel wrench the frame near each of the to the bolt on the end of the jack. Raise the jack a little wheels.
Page 213 NOTICE: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned will damage the vehicle or may allow the vehicle to fall off the jack. Be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising your vehicle. Raise the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench clockwise.
Page 214 Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface. 5-26...
Page 215 Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. Lower the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. 5-27...
Page 216 Tighten the wheel nuts Don’t try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare firmly in a criss-cross tire. It won’t fit. Store the wheel cover in the trunk until sequence as shown. you have the flat tire repaired or replaced. NOTICE: Wheel covers won’t fit on your compact spare.
Page 217 Now put all the equipment back in the trunk. Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be (420 P a ) . After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated.
Page 218 And don’t mix your compact spare or wheel with other wheels or tires. They won’t fit. Keep your spare and its wheel together. NOTICE: Tire chains won’t fit your compact spare. Using them will damage your vehicle and destroy the chains too.
Page 219 Rocking your vehicle to get it out: NOTICE: First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your front wheels. If your vehicle Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your has traction control, you should turn the system off. (See vehicle as well as the tires.
Page 220 NOTES 5-32...
Page 221 Service Your Buick dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer for all your service needs. You’ll get genuine GM...
Page 222 Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of y o u f m n service work, you’ll want to get the proper Buick Service Manual. It tells you much more about how to service your Buick than this manual can.
Page 223 Fuel of pinging. It’s the heavy, constant knock that means you have a problem. 3800 L36 Engine (Code What about gasoline with blending materials that The 8th digit of your vehicle identification number contain oxygen (oxygenates), such as MTBE or alcohol? (VIN) shows the code letter for your engine.
Page 224 Gasolines for Cleaner Air your use of gasoline with deposit control additives will 3800 Supercharged L67 Engine (Code 1) help prevent deposits from forming i n your engine and The 8th digit of your vehicle identification number fuel system. That helps keep your engine in tune and (VIN) shows the code letter for your engine.
Page 225 Gasolines for Cleaner Air But don’t worry if you hear a little pinging noise when you’re accelerating or driving up a hill. That’s normal Your use of gasoline with deposit control additives will and you don’t have to buy a higher octane fuel to get rid help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and of pinging.
Page 226 Filling Your Tank Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the U.S. or Canada, unleaded fuel may be hard to find. Do not use leaded gasoline. If you use even one tankful, your emission controls won’t work well or at all. With continuous use, spark plugs can get fouled, the exhaust system can corrode, and your engine oil can deteriorate quickly.
Page 227 There is also a manual fuel door release. This mechanism is located in the top of the trunk compartment, on the driver's side of the vehicle. Pull the white tab to release the fuel door. The release button for the fuel door is to the left of the steering column.
Page 228 Be carefd not to spill gasoline. Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soon as possible. See “Cleaning the Outside of Your Buick” in the Index. When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right until you hear at least three clicks.
Page 229 Checking Things Under the Hood Hood Release To open the hood, pull the handle inside the vehicle. It is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel. Then go to the front of the vehicle and locate the secondary hood release.
Page 230 DroDerlv. Then ~ u l l the hood down and close it firmlv. 6-10...
Page 231 L36 Engine Accessory Belt 3800 Supercharged (L67) Engine (Option) Your Park Avenue Ultra has a 3800 Supercharged engine. Buick chose supercharging rather than turbocharging because Buick emphasizes smooth, refined power. The Supercharger is a device which is designed to pump more air into the engine than it would normally use.
Page 232 L67 Engine Accessory Belt 3800 uses two The Supercharged engine accessory drive belts. One belt drives the generator and the power steering pump. The second belt drives the supercharger, coolant pump and air conditioning compressor. Each belt has its own tensioner and idler pulley. See “Maintenance Schedule”...
Page 233 It’s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you Engine Oil get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. the CHECK OIL LEVEL light instrument panel comes on, it means CHECK...
Page 234 To Check Engine Oil When to Add Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you’ll need Pull out the dipstick to add some oil. But you must use the right kind. This and clean it with a part explains what kind of oil to use.
Page 235 What Kind of Oil to Use RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS Oils of the proper quality for your vehicle can be FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST identified by looking for the "Starburst" symbol. The SAE VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE.
Page 236 As shown in the chart, SAE 1OW-30 is best for your Engine Oil Additives vehicle. However, you can use SAE 5W-30 if it’s going Don’t add anything to your oil. Your Buick dealer is to be colder than 60” F (I 6 C) before your next oil ready to advise if you think something should be added.
Page 237 What to Do with Used Oil If none of them is true, change the oil and filter every or 12 months -- whichever 7,500 miles (12 500 k m ) Did you know that used engine oil contains certain comes first. elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could If the optional CHANGE OIL SOON light comes on even cause cancer? Don’t let used oil stay on your skin...
Page 238 Air Cleaner The air cleaner is in the front right section of the engine compartment. To Check or Replace the Air Cleaner 2. Unscrew the clamp on the air intake hose where the hose attaches to the throttle body near the top of the engine.
Page 239 3. Remove the air filter. 4. Be sure to install the air filter and replace the cover NOTICE: tightly. 5. Reattach the air intake hose and tighten the clamp. If the air cleaner is off, a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire.
Page 240 How to Check and Add Oil Supercharger Oil Check oil only when the engine is cold. Allow the engine to cool two to three hours after running. Remove the wiring harness shield. Clean the area around the oil fill plug before removing it.
Page 241 Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may Get the vehicle warmed up driving about 15 miles choose to have this done at your Buick dealer Service (24 km) when outside temperatures are above 50°F Department. (10°C). If it’s colder than 50°F (lO°C),...
Page 242 in all the way, wait three seconds and To check the fluid level 2. Push it back then pull it back out again. 1. Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running. 3. Check both sides of 2 .
Page 243 If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper into fluid to bring the level the cross-hatched area on the The proper coolant for your Buick will: dipstick. Give freezing protection down to -34°F (-37°C). 1. Pull out the dipstick.
Page 244: Engine Compartment
Adding Coolant The coolant recovery tank is located at the left of the NOTICE: engine compartment. If you use an improper coolant mix, your engine To Check Coolant could overheat and be badly damaged. The When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at repair cost wouldn’t be covered by your FULL COLD or a little higher.
Page 245 If this light comes on, it means you’re low on engine coolant. COOLANT To Add Coolant at the recovery tank, but be careful not Add coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper at the to spill it. coolant recovery tank. 6-25...
Page 246 Power Steering Fluid Radiator Pressure Cap NOTICE: Your radiator pressure 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 247 How To Check Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid When the engine compartment is cool, unscrew the cap What to Use and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read and completely tighten it.
Page 248 Brakes NOTICE: Brake Master Cylinder When using concentrated washer fluid, Your brake master cylinder is here. It is filled with follow the manufacturer’s instructions for DOT-3 brake fluid. 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.
Page 249 What to Add should have your brake system fixed, since a leak .means that sooner or later your brakes won’t work well, or When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake won’t work at all. So, it isn’t a good idea to “top off’ fluid such as Delco Supreme ll@ (GM P a r t...
Page 250 Brake Wear Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied ur lightly Your Buick has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. applied. This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes.
Page 251 Vehicles we design and test have top-quality GM brake down. parts in them, as your Buick does when it is new. When you replace parts of your braking system -- for example, when your brake linings wear down and you have to...
Page 252 Halogen Bulbs Headlamp Bulb Replacement Remove the retainers turning in a counterclockwise direction. Each headlamp is attached retainers with round plastic knobs. 6-32...
Page 253 Turn the bulb socket 1/4 turn counterclockwise, while pressing it firmly. Remove the wire connector from the bulb by lifting the lock tab and pulling it away from the plastic base. To reassemble, attach the wire connector (A) to the plastic base making sure the lock tab (B) is over the lock ( C ) .
Page 254 Taillamp Bulb Replacement Two taillamp bulbs are a tabbed assembly. Squeeze the release in and pull the assembly out. Pull the bulb Open the trunk. On either straight out from the socket. To replace the assembly, side of the rear of the trunk insert the tabs into the slots and push in until it locks are two plastic nuts.
Page 255 These tires are warranted by the tire manufacturers and their warranties are delivered with every new Buick. If your spare tire is a different brand than your road tires, you will have a tire warranty folder from each of these manufacturers.
Page 256 Inflation Tire Pressure When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. The Tire-Loading Information label which is located on the rear edge of the driver’s door shows the correct Don’t forget your compact spare tire. It should be at inflation pressures for your tires, when they’re cold.
Page 257 The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire-Loading uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. The f i s t Information label.
Page 258 When it’s Time for New Tires The tire has a bump, bulge or split. The tire has a puncture, cut, or other damage that One way 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 259 Treadwear CAUTION: The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
Page 260 A, B, C Temperature While the tires available as standard or optional equipment on General Motors vehicles may vary with The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, respect to these grades, all such tires meet General representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of Motors performance standards and have been approved heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under for use on General Motors vehicles.
Page 261 GM original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the NOTICE: right wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts for your Buick The wrong wheel can also cause problems with model.
Page 262 Tire Chains Used Replacement Wheels NOTICE: If your Buick has P215MOR15 size tires, don’t use tire chains; they can damage your vehicle. If you have other tires, use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use only “S”...
Page 263 Never use these to clean your vehicle: dirt. Wipe vinyl or leather with a clean, damp cloth. Gasoline Your Buick dealer has two GM cleaners, a solvent-type Benzene spot lifter and a foam-type powdered cleaner. They will clean normal spots and stains very well. Do not use Naphtha them on vinyl or leather.
Page 264 Using Foam-Type Cleaner on Fabric NOTICE: Vacuunl and brush the area to remove any loose dirt. Be careful. A blow dryer may scorch the fabric. Always clean a whole trim panel or section. Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines. Wipe with a clean cloth.
Page 265 Special Cleaning Problems I f an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine, treat the area with a watedbaking soda solution: Greasy or Oily Stains 1 teaspoon ( 5 ml of baking soda to 1 cup (250 mlj of lukewarm water. Stains caused by grease, oil, butter.
Page 266 Cleaning Speaker Covers Cleaning Leather Vacuum around a spcakcr cover gently, so Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or that saddle soap. speaker won't be damaged. 1.F something gets on one of follow the steps earlier under "Using them, For stubborn stains, use a GM Vinyl/Leather Cleaner Solvent-Type Cleaner on Fabric."...
Page 267 Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Glass Windshield Cleaner, Bon-Ami Powder@ (GM Part Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner (GM No. 105001 1). The windshield is clean if beads do not Part No. 1050427) or a liquid household glass cleaner form when you rinse it with water.
Page 268 Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your Buick by of years. You can help to keep the paint finish looking hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint new by keeping your Buick garaged or covered finish.
Page 269 Tires Aluminum Wheels (If So Equipped) Your aluminum wheels have a protective coating simi To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner. to the painted surfxe of your car. Don’t use strong When applying a tire dressing always take care to wipe soaps, chemicals, chrome polish, abrasive cleaners or off any overspray or splash from painted surfaces.
Page 270 At least every spring, flush these materials from the underbody with plain water. Clean any areas where mud Although no defect in the paint job causes this, Buick will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of and other debris can collect. Dirt packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed.
Page 271 Appearance Care and Maintenance Materials You can get these from your GM Parts Department. PART Spray-A-Squeak Silicone Grease Weatherstrips. Stops squeaks Not recommended for pigskin suede leather. See your General Motors Parts Departments for these products. 6-5 1...
Page 272 This is the legal identifier for your Buick. It appears on Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle. a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side.
Page 273 Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should. Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting add anything electrical to your Buick, see “Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Buick” in the Index.
Page 274 Remove the cover to access t.he fuses. To put the cover on, insert the tabs into the lower part of the fuse panel and snap it in place. o"0 0 0 O B U 0 0 0 0 0 0 Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse.
Page 275 (Position Circuitry Position Circuitry Circuit Breaker-Power Windows, Astroroof Not Used Not Used Not Used Circuit Breaker-Power Seats Cooling Fans, Transaxle Not Used Parking Lamps Not Used Not Used Start-up Signal Air Bag. PASS-Kep‘”’I1 Not Used Spare Chime. Radio, Cluster Not Used Ignition (RunKrank), Chime, Cluster Interior Lamps Spare...
Page 276 Right Side Fuse Panel Additional fuses are located in the relay center, on the far right side, below the instrument panel. You must remove the sound insulator on the right side of the passenger foot well to replace these fuses. Replacing these fuses dil’ficult.
Page 277 Windshield Wipers MaxifuseDtelay Center The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit To check the fuses in this underhood fuse center, turn breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy the two knobs 1/4 turn counterclockwise and remove the cover.
Page 278 Park Avenue Dimensions (Inches Unless Otherwise Noted) Overan: ........Length 205.2 .
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Replacement Bulbs Replacement Bulbs BULB INTERIOR EXTERIOR ........Ashtray Headlamp .
Page 280 Not a l l air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air conditioning systcn~ i n your velicle needs refrigerant. be sure the proper refrigerant is used. If you’re not sure, ask your Buick dealer. For additional information, see your “Warranty and Owner Assistance Information”...
Page 281 Engine Specifications 3800 Engine 3800 Supercharged Engine VIN Engine Code ............Type .
Page 282 NOTES 6-62...
Page 283 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 even the wrong tire inflation can increase the safety, dependability and emission control performance.
Page 284 Some of these “Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections” explains services can be complex, so unless you are technically ilnportant inspections that your Buick dealer‘s service qualified and have the necessary equipment. you should department or another qualified service center should let your dealer‘s service department or another- qualified...
Page 285 First you’ll need to decide which of the two schedules is questions on how to keep your vehicle in good right for your vehicle. Here’s how to decide which condition, see your Buick dealer. schedule to follow: This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them.
Page 286 Maintenance Schedule rSchedule I Definition Schedule I Intervals Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) or 3 Months, Follow Maintenance Schedule I if any one of these is Whichever Occurs First true for your vehicle: Engine Oil and Filter Change Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km). Every 6,000 Miles (10 000 or 6 Months, This is particularly important when outside...
Page 287 Maintenance Schedule Follow Schedule I1 or.ll~* if none of the conditions from Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) Schcdule I is true. Engine Oil and Filter Change (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first) Chassis Lubrication (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first) At 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) Then Every...
Page 288 Maintenance Schedule I The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles The system won’t detect dust in the oil. So if you (1 66 000 should be performed after 100.000 miles drive in a dusty area be sure to change your oil every (1 66 000 km) at the same intervals.
Page 289 Maintenance Schedule I 3,000 Miles (5 000 kin) 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). An 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Emission Control Service.
Page 290 Maintenance Schedule I 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). An 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Emission Control Service.
Page 291 Maintenance Schedule I 15,000 Miles (25 000 km 18,000 Miles (30 000 kmj Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. <’ Emission Control Service.
Page 292 Maintenance Schedule I 21,000 Miles (35 000 km) 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Emission Control Service.
Page 293 Maintenance Schedule I ~~~~ 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). An 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 294 Maintenance Schedule I 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) (Continued) Pressure test the cooling system and For supercharged engines only: Check the pressure cap. An Emission Control Sewice. supercharger oil level and add oil as needed Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control (or every 36 months, whichever occurs Sewice.
Page 295 Maintenance Schedule I 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice. Emission Control Service.
Page 296 Maintenance Schedule I 39,000 Miles (65 000 km) 42,000 Miles 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Emission Control Service.
Page 297 Maintenance Schedule I 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) 48,000 Miles (80 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Emission Control Service.
Page 299 Maintenance Schedule I 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) 57,000 Miles (95 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every months, whichever occurs first). An months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Emission Control Service.
Page 300 Maintenance Schedule I 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Inspect spark plug wires. An Emissiotz Change engine oil and filter (or every Control Service. 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Cor1trol Service. ‘ $ Replace air cleaner filter. Replace filter Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage, more often under dusty conditions.
Page 301 Maintenance Schedule I 66,000 Miles (110 000 km) 63,000 Miles (105 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice. Emission Control Sewice.
Page 302 Maintenance Schedule I M i l e s (120 000 km) 69,000 Miles (115 000 km) 72,000 Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 303 Maintenance Schedule I 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 78,000 Miles (130 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice. Enzission Control Service.
Page 304 Maintenance Schedule I 84,000 Miles (140 000 km) 81,000 Miles (135 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Emission Control Service.
Page 305 Maintenance Schedule I 87,000 Miles (145 000 km) 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). AI? 3 months. whichever occurs first). A I Z Emission C o n t d Service.
Page 306 Maintenance Schedule I 90,000 Miles (1.50 000 kin) (Continued) test the cooling system and pressure cap. For supercharged engines only: Check the A n Emission CoI;ztml Service. supercharger oil level and add oil as needed (or every 36 months, whichever occurs Replace spark plugs.
Page 307 Maintenance Schedule I 93,000 Miles (155 000 km) 96,000 Miles (I60 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Emission Control Service.
Page 308 Maintenance Schedule I 99,000 Miles (165 000 km) 100,000 Miles (1 66 000 km) Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter Change engine oil and filter (or every if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or 3 months, whichever occurs first). An. more of these conditions: Emission Control Service.
Page 309 The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles The system won’t detect dust in the oil. So if you ( I 66 000 km) should be performed after I00,000 miles drive in dusty area, be sure change your every (166 000 km) at the same intervals.
Page 310 Maintenance Schedule I1 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) 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). An 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Emission Control Service.
Page 311 Maintenance Schedule I1 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). An 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Emission Control Service.
Page 312 30,000 Miles 000 km) (Contimed) For supercharged engines only: Check the Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control supercharger oil level and add oil as needed Service. (or every 36 months, whichever occurs Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission first). See “Recommended Fluids and Control Service.
Page 313 Maintenance Schedule I1 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice. Ernission Control Service.
Page 314 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or 12 months, whichever occurs first). An more of these conditions: Emission Control Service.
Page 315 Maintenance Schedule I1 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or 12 months, whichever occurs first). An every 24 months, whichever occurs first). EmissioF1 C o ~ ~ t r o l Sm-vicv. See “Engine Coolant”...
Page 316 Maintenance Schedule I1 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) 60,000 Miles (100 000 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 12 months, whichever occurs first). An damage.
Page 317 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Emission Control Service. ‘k ‘...
Page 318 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Control Service. Emission Control Service. ‘k Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage, Control Ser-vice.
Page 319 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) :ic transaxle fluid and filter Change engine oil and filter (or every Change automat if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or 12 months, whichever occurs first). An more of these conditions: Emission Control Service.
Page 320 Part B: Owner Checks and Services Engine Coolant Level Check the engine coolant level and add the proper Listed below are owner checks and services which coolant mix if necessary. See “Coolant” in the Index for should be performed at the intervals specified to help further details.
Page 321 Starter Switch Cassette Deck Clean cassette deck. Cleaning should be done every hours of tape play. See “Audio Systems” in the Index for further details. Power Antenna Clean power antenna mast. See “Audio Systems” in the Index for further details. At Least Once a Year 1.
Page 322 Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock BTSI Steering Column Lock While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the key to LOCK in each shift lever position. The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). The key should come out only in LOCK.
Page 323 Underbody Flushing Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set At least every spring, use plain water to flush any the parking brake. corrosive materials from the underbody. Take care to To check the parking brake: With the engine running clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris and transaxle i n NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot...
Page 324 Part C: Periodic Maintenance Exhaust System Inspection Inspections Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near Look for the cxh;lust system. broken, damaged, missing well as open seams, holes, loose out-ot-position parts connections, or other conditions which could cause heat build-up i n the tloor pan could...
Page 325 Part D: Recommended Fluids and USAGE FI,UID/LUBRICANT Lubricants Hydraulic Brake Delco Supreme 1 1 Brake Fluid System (GM Part No. 1052535 or NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid). part nunlber or specification may be obtained from y o ~ ~ r GM dealer.
Page 326 FLUIDLUBRICANT USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT USAGE Engine oil. Hood and Door Engine oil or Lubriplate Lubricant Floor Shift Hinges, Fuel (GM Part No. 10S0109). Linkage Filler Door Chassis Chassis lubricant (GM Past Hinge, Rear No. 1052497 or equivalent) or Lubrication Compartment lubricant meeting requirements of Lid Hinges NLGI Grade 2, Category LB os Weatherstrip...
Page 327 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 328 Maintenance Record 7-46...
Page 329 Maintenance Record SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-47...
Page 330 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-48...
Page 331 Section 8 Customer Assistance Information STEP ONE -- Discuss your concern with a member of Here you will find out how to contact Buick if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain dealership 1nanagement. Normally, concerns can often service publications and how to report any safety be quickly resolved at that level.
Page 332 TDD or a conventional teletypewriter previously in order to give your inquiry prompt (TTY) can communicate with Buick by dialing: attention. However, if you wish to write Buick, write to: -800-TD-BUICK. (TDD users in Canada can dial Buick Motor Division 1-800-263-3830.)
Page 333 BBB AUTO LINE Both Buick and your Buick dealer are committed to Council of Better Business Bureaus making sure you are completely satisfied with your new 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 vehicle.
Page 334 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 335 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO Courtesy Transportation THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT To Buick Motor Division, Quality Means Service -- and service means “keeping you on the road.” If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify...
Page 336 Roadside Assistance Canada Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive Buick Motor Division is proud to offer Buick Roadside Assistance to customers for vehicles covered under the Roadside Assistance program accessible from anywhere 36 month/36,000 mile new car warranty (whichever in Canada or the United States.
Page 337 technician perform better service. Service bulletins may Service Manuals irwolve any number of vehicles. Some w i l l describe Service manuals contain diagnostic and repair inexpensive service, others w i l l describe expensive information for all chassis and body systems. They may service.
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Page 343 Section 9 Index ..... A d d i n g Alignment and Balance. Tires 6-40 ..... . .
Page 344 ...... Automatic Pull-Down Feature ......... Brake. Parking 2-23 ......Automatic Ride Control 2-54 .
Page 345 6-45 2-38 The Inside of Your Buick ..... . 6-43 To Resume a Set Speed ......
Page 346 OnCLIrves ........Cupholders ....... 2.54.
Page 347 Engineoil ........Left Side ......6-13 Fuse Panel 6-53...
Page 348 ............Hill and Mountain Roads 4-22 L a m p Monitors...
Page 349 ......Memory Seats and Mirrors Locks ............Methanol (In Fuel) 6.3. 6.5 Automatic Door .
Page 350 ......Ordering Power Seatback Recliner ......
Page 351 ............ Rear Seat Passengers 1-27 Retained Accessory Power 2-17 ............Reverse (R) Position 2-20 Rear Storage Armrest 2-55 ............ Rear Towing Hookups 5-10 Ride Control. Automatic 2-54 ....Rear Window Defogger (Dual Automatic ComforTemp Right Front Passenger Position 1-25 .......
Page 352 ........Use by Larger Children 1-43 Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Buick 1-24 ......... Use by Smaller Children and Babies...
Page 353 ......Supercharger Oil Spare. Compact 5-29 ........
Page 354 ............w a r n i n g Devices Transaxle Fluid, Automatic 6-21 ........Warning Flashers, Hazard Transmitters, Matching to Your Vehicle ..........
Page 356 THIS MANUAL IS PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER USING MINIMUM WASTEPAPER, 10% POST CONSUMER WASTE...

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