Page 3 This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use. 8- 1 Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Buick for assistance and how to get service and owner publications. It also gives you information on “Reporting Safety Defects” on page 8-8. 9- 1 Index Here’s an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual.
Page 4: For Canadian Owners Who Prefer A French Language Manual
Division whenever it appears in this manual. French Language Manual: Please keep this manual in your Buick, so it will be there Aux proprietaires canadiens: Vous pouvez vous if you ever need it when you’re on the road. If you sell...
Page 6 Buicks across the country using his Durant-Dort Carriage Co. outlets and salespeople as the nucleus of a giant distribution system. He knew the Buick as a “self-seller.” If automobiles could be this good, he thought, maybe it was time to switch from the horse and buggy business to automobiles.
Page 7 Buick was the only car to by the French government. complete a 1,000-mile Chicago-to-New York race in 1906. And a Buick was the first car to travel across As a builder of premier automobiles, Buick was hard hit South America, driven from Buenos Aires, Argentina, by the Great Depression.
Page 8 In World War 11, Buick built aircraft engines, tanks and A high-compression engine was introduced in 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 (introduced in...
Page 9 1962 Buick Special Ed Mertz, General Manager; Buick Motor Division Built inside the walls of the old buildings in Buick’s Our mission is simple: former Flint complex, which formed the cornerstone of “Buick will provide Premium American Motorcars General Motors, Buick City is a state-of-the-art backed with services that exceed our customers’...
Page 10: How To Use This Manual
How to Use this Manual Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features These mean there is something that could hurt and controls for your vehicle.
Page 11: Vehicle Damage Warnings
Vehicle Damage Warnings In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would Also, this book you will find these mtices: not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly.
Page 12 Vehicle Symbols These are some of symbols you may find on your vehicle. For example, These symbols These symbols These symbols These symbols Here are some these symbols are important have to do with are on some of are used on other symbols are used on an for you and...
Page 13: Section 1 Seats And Restraint Systems
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your Buick and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts.
Page 14: Seats And Seat Controls
Power Seats Seats and Seat Controls This part tells you about the seats -- how to adjust them, and also about memory seats, reclining seatbacks and head restraints. 4-way Power Lumbar Control (Option) If you have this option, the driver’s and passenger’s seatback lumbar support can be adjusted four ways by moving the single...
Page 15 Memory Seat and Mirrors (Option) entered into memory. If your Buick has this option, the control on the driver’s When your Buick is in PARK (P), push and release the door armrest looks like this: memory button you just stored.
Page 16 If you press the wrong MEMORY button, or if there is a If the ignition is not in RUN, automatic seat and mirror third driver, the seat adjuster will still work. movement will occur if the UNLOCK button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed.
Page 17: Reclining Front Seatbacks
Reclining Front Seatbacks Heated Seats (Option) . ._ '..<. , ,, The heated seat controls are located next to the climate controls on the instrument panel. Press this button to turn on the heating element in the seat. The LO setting warms the seatback and cushion until the seat nears body temperature.
Page 18 Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job. In a crash you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries.
Page 19: Head Restraints
Head Restraints Some rear seats have adjustable head restraints. Slide an adjustable head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. On some models, the rear seat head restraints tilt forward and rearward also.
Page 20: Safety Belts: They're For Everyone
Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle.
Page 21: Why Safety Belts Work
Why Safety Belts Work Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as to buckle up. (See “Safety it goes. Belt Reminder Light” in the Index.) In most states and Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts.
Page 22 Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn't stop.
Page 23 or the instrument panel . . . The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield . 1-11...
Page 24: About Safety Belts And The Answers
Here Are Questions Many People Ask and the Answers About Safety Belts Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an I’m accident if wearing a safety belt? You could be whether you’re wearing safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down.
Page 25: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your Buick, control, such as bad drivers. see the part of this manual called “Children.” Follow those Most accidents occur within 25 miles (40 rules for everyone’s protection.
Page 26 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. the hips, just touching the thighs. a crash, this applies Don’t let it get twisted. force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks.
Page 27 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster When you move a front seat head restraint, the shoulder belt height changes. See “Head Restraints” in the Index. belt is You can be seriously hurt if your shoulc What’s wrong with this? too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury.
Page 28 What’s wrong with this? You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones.
Page 29 What’s wrong with this? You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which aren’t as strong as shoulder bones.
Page 30 What’s wrong with this? You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to The belt is twisted across the body.
Page 31: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don’t wear safety belts. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way.
Page 32: Right Front Passenger Position
This part explains the Supplemental Restraint System air bag for that person. (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. 1-20...
Page 33 There is an air bag readiness light on the CAUTION: instrument panel, which .BAG. shows AIR Air bags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. I f you’re too close to an inflating air bag, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash.
Page 34: How The Air Bag System Works
How the Air Bag System Works The right front passenger’s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. Where are the air bags? The driver’s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-22...
Page 35 When should an air bag inflate? / I I CAUTIGII: An air bag is designed to inflate in a moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crash. The air bag will inflate only if the impact speed is above the system’s designed If something is between an occupant and an air “threshold level.”...
Page 36 What makes an air bag inflate? What will you see after an air bag inflates? After an air bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly In an impact of sufficient severity, the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash. The sensing that some people may not even realize the air bag system triggers a release of gas from the inflator, which inflated.
Page 37 Air bags are designed to inflate only once. After they NOTICE: inflate, you’ll need some new parts for your air bag system. If you don’t get them, the air bag system won’t be there to help protect you in another crash. If you damage the covering for the driver’s or the A new system will include air bag modules and right front passenger’s air bag, the bag may not...
Page 38: Center Passenger Position
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Buick Center Passenger Position Air bags affect how your Buick should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle. You don’t want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle. Your...
Page 39 When you sit in a center seating position, you have a lap To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt the belt is snug. longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt. Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt.
Page 40: Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions
Rear Seat Passengers It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash.
Page 41 If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the 3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it. end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure.
Page 42 The safety belt locks if there’s a sudden stop or a crash. You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs.
Page 43: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides For Children And Small Adults
There is guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat. To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for smaller adults, the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulder belts. Here’s how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt: To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle.
Page 44 2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elastic 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges of the belt into on top.
Page 45: Smaller Children And Babies
Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size. In fact, every the law in state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.
Page 46 at only 25 mph (40 a 12-1b. (5.5 kg) baby km/h), will suddenly become a 2404b. (110 kg) force on your arms. The baby would be almost impossible to hold. Secure the baby in an infant restraint. Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle.
Page 47: Child Restraints
Where to Put the Restraint Child Restraints Accident statistics show that children are safer if they in a Be sure the child restraint is designed to be used are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. We at vehicle.
Page 48: Top Strap
If you need to have an anchor installed, you can ask your Buick dealer to put it in for you. If you want to install an anchor yourself, your dealer can tell you how to do it.
Page 49: Securing A Child Restraint In A Rear Outside Seat Position
Canadian law requires that child restraints have Securing Child Restraint in a Rear strap, and that the strap be anchored. Outside Seat Position If your child restraint has a top strap, your dealer can obtain a kit with anchor hardware and installation instructions specifically designed for this vehicle.
Page 50 4. Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed. 5 . Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child’s face or safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 51: Securing A Child Restraint In The Center Rear Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position You'll be using the lap belt. A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured by the right front passenger 6. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while air bag it inflates.
Page 52 5. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt. positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. Put the restraint on the seat.
Page 53: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. If it isn’t, secure the Front Seat Position restraint in a different place in the vehicle contact the child restraint maker for their advice about how to attach the child restraint properly.
Page 54 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 55 6. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the 7. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. retractor to set the lock. 8.
Page 56: Larger Children
Larger Children If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window the child wear a lap-shoulder belt and additional restraint shoulder belt can provide. Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat. But they need to use the safety belts properly.
Page 57 Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt very close to the child’s face or neck?
Page 58 CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt's force would then be applied right on the child's abdomen.
Page 59: Safety Belt Extender
Safety Belt Extender Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. If you’ve had 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 60 NOTES...
Page 61: Section 2 Features And Controls
Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Buick, and information on starting, shifting Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working braking.
Page 62 Keys CAUTION: Leaving young children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in vehicle with young children.
Page 63 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. NOTICE:...
Page 64: Door Locks
Door Locks Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out. When a door is locked, the inside handle won’t open it. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle. This may not be obvious: You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a...
Page 65: Central Door Unlocking System
Central Door Unlocking System Door Ajar Reminder (If Equipped) From outside the vehicle, if the driver’s door key is held If your Park Avenue is equipped with the Driver in the unlock position for more than two seconds, or, if Information Center (DIC), and a door is not fully the key is turned to the unlock position twice within closed, the DIC will display a DOOR AJAR message.
Page 66 Customizing Your Memory Door Locks Feature To change modes: 1. Close all doors and turn the ignition on. Keep all You can program the memory door locks feature to change to the following modes: doors closed throughout this procedure. 2. Press and hold the power door lock switch on the Mode Operation driver’s door through Step 4.
Page 67: Rear Door Security Locks
Index. the inside when this feature is in use. Rear Door Security Locks To open a rear door when the security lock is on: Your Buick is equipped 1. Unlock the door from the inside. with rear door security CHILD 2.
Page 68: Lockout Protection
Lockout Protection Your remote keyless entry system operates The power door locks will not work if the key is left in on a radio frequency the ignition, the ignition is turned to OFF and the subject to Federal driver's door is open. You can override this feature Comunications by holding the power door lock switch for more than Commission (FCC)
Page 69: Operation
If you’re still having trouble, see your Buick dealer 30 seconds. This can be turned off by pressing the or a qualified technician for service.
Page 70 Synchronization (If Equipped) Personal Choice Features If only the instant alarm button works, the transmitter -Each remote keyless entry transmitter can be needs to be resynchronized to the receiver. Do this by programmed to the driver’s preference for memory door pressing and holding both the LOCK and UNLOCK locks, security feedback, delayed locking and perimeter buttons on the transmitter for about eight seconds;...
Page 71 Vehicles are delivered programmed in Mode 5 ; however, Security Feedback each remote keyless entry transmitter can be This provides feedback to the driver when the vehicle programmed to a different mode according to the user’s receives a command from the remote keyless entry preference.
Page 72: Matching Transmitter(S) To Your Vehicle
This feature lets the driver delay the actual locking of If your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Information the vehicle. When the power door lock switch pressed Center (DIC), can also program these features with the key removed from the ignition and the driver’s through the DIC.
Page 73: Battery Replacement
To replace the battery: Battery Replacement Insert a coin into the notch near the keyring. Turn the Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless coin counterclockwise to separate the two halves of entry transmitter should last about four years. the transmitter.
Page 74: Trunk Lock Release
Trunk Remote Trunk Release Lockout The remote trunk release lockout button allows you to Trunk Lock Release secure items in the trunk. To unlock the trunk from the outside, insert the master Insert the ignition key into doorhgnition key and turn it. the trunk release button.
Page 75: Key In The Ignition
Theft Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your Buick has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing put on it can make it can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help.
Page 76: Parking Lots
Content Theft-Deterrent Remember, the theft-deterrent system won’t activate if Your Buick is equipped you lock the doors with a key or use the manual door with a Content lock. It activates only if you use a power door lock...
Page 77: Testing The Alarm
If the alarm does not sound when it should, check to Here’s how to avoid setting off the alarm by accident: see if the horn works. The horn fuse may be blown. If you don’t want to activate the theft-deterrent To replace the fuse, see “Fuses and Circuit Breakers”...
Page 78 (2) this device must accept any If your vehicle does start, the first key may be faulty. See your Buick dealer or a locksmith who can service interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Page 79 Don’t tow a trailer during break-in. Buick dealer. Your vehicle is not protected by the See “Towing a Trailer” in the Index for PASS-Key I11 system at this time.
Page 80: Ignition Positions
Ignition Positions LOCK (B): This is the only position Erom which you can shift remove the key. This position locks your ignition, With the ignition key the ignition switch, you can turn lever transaxle. It’s a theft-detewent feature. the switch to five different positions. OFF (C): This position lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel.
Page 81: Starting Your Engine
If it is, then turn the Don’t try to shift to PARK (P) if your Buick is steering wheel left and right while you turn the moving.
Page 82: Engine Coolant Heater (Option)
NOTICE: NOTICE: Holding your key in START for longer than Your engine is designed to work with the 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can parts or accessories, you could change the way damage your starter motor.
Page 83: Automatic Transaxle Operation
2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. your Buick dealer in the area where you’ll be parking 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet. your vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area.
Page 84 This locks your front wheels. It’s the best Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK range before position to use when you start your engine because your Your Buick starting engine. has a brake-transaxle vehicle can’t move easily. shift interlock. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is in the RUN position.
Page 85 AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (@): This position is NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, doesn’t connect with the wheels. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Also, use and you’re: NEUTRAL (N) when your vehicle is being towed.
Page 86 FIRST (1): SECOND (2): This position gives you more power but This position gives you even more power (but use SECOND (2) on lower fuel economy. You can hills. lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). You can use it on help control your speed as you go down steep very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud, If the selector mountain roads, but then you would also want to use...
Page 87: Parking Brake
(6.1 Parking Brake If you to drive off (approximately 20 feet m)), with the parking brake on, the brake light stays on Your Park Avenue has a and a continuous chime sounds until you release the PUSH TO RELEASE parking brake. parking brake pedal.
Page 88 Shifting Into PA R Y (P) CAdTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
Page 89: Leaving Your Vehicle With The Engine Running
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK with the parking brake firmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch fire.
Page 90: Torque Lock
Shifting Out of PARK (P) 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 apply your regular brake before you can...
Page 91: Parking Over Things That Burn
Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: Your exhaust system sounds strange or different.
Page 92: Running Your Engine While You're Parked
Running Your Engine While CAUTION: You’re Parked It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if ever have to, here are some things to know. the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set.
Page 93: Power Windows
In addition, each passenger door has a Vehicles are delivered programmed to lock out all switch for its own window. passenger windows. See your Buick dealer if you choose to have this setting changed to lock out only the rear windows.
Page 94: Tilt Wheel
Horn 'hrn SignaVMultifunction Lever Nearly the entire surface of the center pad of the steering wheel is an active horn switch. Press anywhere on the pad to sound the horn. Tilt Wheel A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive.
Page 95: Turn Signal And Lane Change Indicator
Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator An arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane If your vehcle is change. equipped with the Head-Up (HUD), an arrow Display will also appear display area to indicate the direction of the turn or lane change.
Page 96: Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an arrows go on accident. don’t at all when To change the headlamps from low beam to high or high to (see “Fuses signal a turn, check the fuse and Circuit low, pull the turn signal lever toward you, then release it.
Page 97: Windshield Wipers
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 between wipes. / , .
Page 98: Rain Sense Wipers (If Equipped)
positioned to OFFMIST, the less sensitive the wipers Rain Sense Wipers (If Equipped) are to rain. If the wiper band is left in the DELAY area when the ignition is turned off, an initial wipe occurs when you turn the ignition on as a reminder that the rain sense feature is active.
Page 99: Windshield Washer
Windshield Washer Cruise Control At the top of the multifunction lever there’s a paddle With cruise control, you can with the word PUSH on it. To spray washer fluid on the maintain a speed of about windshield, push the paddle for less than a second. The or more kmh) wipers will clear the window and then either stop or...
Page 100 Setting Cruise Control CAUTION: Cruise control can be dangerous where you can’t drive safely at a steady speed. So, If you leave your cruise control don’t use your cruise control on winding you’re not using cruise, you might hit a button roads or in heavy traffic.
Page 101 Resuming a Set Speed 3. Push in the SET button at the end of the lever Setting the cruise control at a desired speed and then and release it. The applying the brake will end the cruise control function. CRUISE light on the instrument panel will Once you’re going about come on.
Page 102 Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control Move the cruise switch from ON to R/A. Hold it There are two ways to go to higher speed: there until you reach a desired speed and then Use the accelerator release the switch. To pedal to go to a higher increase your speed in speed.
Page 103 Using Cruise Control on Hills Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using How well your cruise control will work on hills depends cruise control: upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the Push in the button at the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed.
Page 104: Exterior Lamps
Exterior Lamps Headlamps )::Jl) This knob controls these systems: Pull the headlamp knob out to the first indent to turn the parking lamps. Pull the knob out further, to the second indent to turn on the headlamps. Push the knob all the way back in to turn off the parking and headlamps.
Page 105: Cornering Lamps
When it’s dark enough outside, your high-beam Daytime Running .rmps headlamps will change to low-beam headlamps at full Daytime Running Lamps (vrCL) can make it easier for brightness. The other lamps that turn on with your others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. turn headlamps will also on.
Page 106: Interior Lamps
Twilight Sentinel Interior Lamps Twilight Sentinel turns your Instrument Panel Intensity Control lamps on and off by sensing Instrument panel light brightness can be adjusted by how dark it is outside. rotating the headlamp knob clockwise. To control the exit Courtesy Lamps delay feature of Twilight Sentinel, slide the control to...
Page 107 Theater Dimming This feature will only be activated when the security feedback feature is programmed to be in modes 1, 3 or 5 This feature allows for a three to five-second fade out of on the transmitter. Modes 0 , 2 and 4 do not respond with the courtesy lamps instead immediate turn off.
Page 108: Front Reading Lamps
Front Reading Lamps turn the feature on: Press and hold the door lock switch on the door throughout this procedure. All doors will lock. Press the instant alarm button on the key transmitter to enter the programming mode. Perimeter lighting remains off at this time and the horn will chirp one time.
Page 109: Trunk Lamp
Lamps Reading Rear Glove Box Lamp When you open the glove box, a lamp will come on inside the glove box. This will automatically turn off when the glove box is closed. Battery Rundown Protection This feature shuts off all lamps, that are left on for more than 10 minutes when the ignition is off.
Page 110 Electrochromic Daymight Rearview Mirror (If Equipped) Inside Manual Daymight Rearview Mirror Your Buick may have an automatic electrochromic When you are sitting in a comfortable driving position, dayhight rearview mirror. adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind your This mirror automatically changes to reduce glare from vehicle.
Page 111 Press the button at the base of the mirror to turn on the Electrochromic Daymight Rearview Mirror automatic feature. The button has an indicator light to with Compass (If Equipped) turn show it is on. Press the button again to automatic feature off.
Page 112 At night, when the glare is too high, the mirror will Cleaning the Photocells gradually darken to reduce glare (this change may take a Use a cotton swab and glass cleaner to clean the few seconds). The mirror will return to its clear daytime photocells when necessary.
Page 113 Compass Variance Variance is the difference between magnetic north and geographic north. In some areas, the difference between the two can be great enough to cause false compass readings. If this happens, follow these instructions to set the variance for your particular location: 1.
Page 114 See “Memory Seat and Mirrors” in the Index. Your Buick has an electric mirror control located on the driver’s door armrest.
Page 115: Convex Outside Mirror
Automatic DimmingMeated Outside Convex Outside Mirror Rearview Mirror (If Equipped) Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex from mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more If you have this option, the driver’s side outside mirror driver’s seat. will adjust for the glare of headlamps behind you.
Page 116: Garage Door Opener
Installing Garage Door Opener 2. Remove the square height adapters from the cover. Refer to the chart to determine the number and The garage door opener storage area is located in the location of the height adapters for your garage door headliner near the reading lamps.
Page 117 Your Garage Door Transmitter Vehicle Console Door Your Garage Door Transmitter Vehicle Console Door Name Position For Number Button Model Adapter(s) Adapter@) CHAMBERLAIN G-3684 LINEAR CRUSADER 1 -BUTTON GENIE GENIE AT85 AT90 MAT85 GENIE MAT90 AT285P MICOM ESP-T-9R MICOM ESP-T-9 GENIE AT95 MULTIELMAC...
Page 118 Vehicle Console Door Your Garage Door Transmitter Position Number Of Button Model Name Adapter@) Adapter(s) PULSAR PULSAR PULSAR 832c PULSAR 833B PULSAR PDX-9921 SEARS 9B53738 DOOR SEARS 9853708 SHIMA RT-18 OVERHEAD DOOR STANLEY 1047 STANLEY 1050 OVERHEAD DOOR STANLEY 1076 STANLEY OVERHEAD DOOR...
Page 119 Front Storage Armrest 3. Place the height adapters on the proper peg using the suggested combinations or by lining up the height adapters and the transmitter button your garage door opener. You may have a fold-down armrest between the front seats that opens into a storage area.
Page 120 Front Center Console (If Equipped) Rear Storage Armrest Your Park Avenue may have a center console that opens Your vehicle’s rear seat armrest may contain two cupholders. To access the cupholders, pull the armrest to two storage compartments. This console has two cupholders that can be flipped forward for use.
Page 121: Ashtrays And Cigarette Lighter
Trunk Access Panel (If Equipped) Convenience Net Your vehicle may be equipped with trunk access panel. Pull the rear armrest down, then push down on the trunk access panel latch to open the panel. To close, push the access panel until it latches. Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Front Ashtray The front ashtray may be removed for cleaning.
Page 122: Cigarette Lighter
Cigarette Lighter Sun Visors near front and rear There are cigarette lighters Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror To use one, ashtrays. push it in all the and let go. When it’s ready, it will pop back by itself. NOTICE: If you hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating, it won’t be able to back away from the heating element when it’s ready.
Page 123: Auxiliary Power Outlets
Garment Hooks To block out glare, swing down the visors. The larger sun visor can be removed from the center mount and For your convenience, you will find a two-hanger moved to the side, while the auxiliary sun visor remains capacity garment hook above each rear door near the to block glare from the front.
Page 124 An assist strap over each rear door and the front is on. passenger’s door can be used to help you get in or out of your Buick. Universal Transmitter (If Equipped) This transmitter allows you The sunroof switch can be operated in four directions to to consolidate the functions control sunroof movement.
Page 125: Programming The Transmitter
Your vehicle’s engine should be turned off while It will operate garage doors and gates, or other devices programming your transmitter. Follow these steps to controlled by radio frequency such as home/office program up to three channels: lighting systems. If you have previously programmed a universal The transmitter will learn and transmit the frequencies transmitter channel, proceed to Step 2.
Page 126: Operating The Transmitter
If you cannot program the transmitter after Training a Garage Door Opener Equipped repeated attempts, consult your Buick dealer. with “Rolling Codes” Be sure to keep your original hand-held transmitter in case you need to erase and reprogram the you programmed the universal transmitter, but the universal transmitter.
Page 127: Erasing Channels
If you feature, do the following: still have difficulty in programming and require Program your hand-held transmitter to the universal assistance, please call your Buick dealer. transmitter by following the steps provided under “Programming the Transmitter” earlier. Erasing Channels...
Page 128: Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel...
Page 129 12. Glove Box 1. Air Outlet 13. Climate Control System 2. HeadlampsRarking Lamps Switch 14. Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter 3. Turn SignaVPv4ultifunction Lever Traction Control Switch 4. Instrument Cluster/Gages Ignition Switch 5. Hazard Warning Flasher Switch 17. Driver’s Side SRS (Air Bag) 6.
Page 130: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster indicator w a r n i n g Your Buick is equipped with one of the following instrument panel clusters. It includes lights and gages that are explained on the following pages. Be sure to read about those that apply to the instrument cluster for your vehicle.
Page 131 BRAKE TEMPERATURE UNLEADED FUEL ONLY RANGE MILES Cluster With DIC (United States version shown, Canada similar)
Page 132: Speedometer And Odometer
(used in Canada). thousands of revolutions per minute (rpm). Your Buick has a tamper-resistant odometer. You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed. If possible, the new one has to be set to the same reading the old one had. If it can’t be, then it’s set at zero and a label must be put on the driver’s...
Page 133: Warning Lights, Gages And Indicators
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators Your vehicle may also have a driver information system that works along with the warning lights and gages. See This part describes the warning lights and gages that may “Driver Information System” in the Index. be on your vehicle.
Page 134: Airbag Readiness Light
If the light stays on, a chime will sound indicating you need service, and you should take your Buick to the If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the dealer at once. To save your battery until you get there,...
Page 135: Brake System Warning Light
Brake System Warning Light Your Buick’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn’t working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need Your brake system may not be working properly both parts working well.
Page 136: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
If it stays on, or comes on when you’re driving, there driving, your Buick needs service. If the regular brake may be a problem with your traction control system and system warning light isn’t on, you still have brakes, your vehicle may need service.
Page 137: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage The traction control system warning light may come on for the following reasons: This gage measures the If you turn the system off by pressing the button temperature of your engine. located on the end of the shift lever, the warning If the pointer moves into the light will come on and stay on.
Page 138 Malfunction Indicator Lamp NOTICE: (Service Engine Soon Light) Your Buick is equipped If you keep driving your vehicle with this light with a computer which on, after a while, your emission controls may not monitors operation of the work as well, your fuel economy may not be as...
Page 139 If’ the Light Is Flashing Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water? The following may prevent more serious damage to If so, your electrical system may be wet. The condition your vehicle: will usually be corrected when the electrical system dries out.
Page 140: Oil Pressure Light
When this light comes on and stays on, and a chime Oil Pressure Light sounds, it means oil isn’t going through your engine This light tells you if there properly. You could be low on oil, you might have could be a problem with some other oil problem.
Page 141: Service Vehicle Soon Light
Buick dealership for necessary repairs to maintain top vehicle performance. The light will come on briefly sound. You still have a little fuel left, but you need to get when your ignition is turned on to show that it is more fuel right away.
Page 142 Head-Up Display (HUD) (If Equipped) If the HUD image is too bright, or too high in your field of view, it may take you more time to see things you need to see when it's dark outside, Be sure to keep the HUD image dim and placed low in your field of view.
Page 143 The brightness of the HUD image is determined by NOTICE: whether the headlamps are on or off, and where you have the HUD dimmer control set. Although the image appears to be near the Adjust the seat to your driving position. Slide the front of the vehicle, do not use it as a parking aid.
Page 144 To clean the HUD lens, spray household glass cleaner The following buttons on a soft, clean cloth. Gently wipe and dry the HUD on the DIC control panel lens. not spray cleaner directly on the lens to avoid which is located to the left cleaner leaking inside the unit.
Page 145 Driver Information Center Controls Personal Choice DIC Display and Displays This feature allows two different drivers to store and recall their own preferred display mode. The Personal There are two lines in the DIC display. The bottom line Choice settings displayed on the DIC are determined by of the display area is left blank.
Page 146 ODO/TRIP Fuel Range: Press the FUEL button until the display shows FUEL RANGE. The fuel range will calculate the When this button is pressed, the display will show the remaining distance you can drive without refueling. This total mileage, and Trip 1 or Trip 2 miles. Trip 1 and calculation is based on the average fuel economy for the Trip 2 will display the miles traveled since the last reset.
Page 147 Coolant Temperature: Press the GAGES button until INDEX CHANGE OIL. When you have the oil changed according to the maintenance schedule (see COOLANT TEMP appears in the display. If there are no “Maintenance Schedule” in the Index), you will have problems detected with the temperature, COOLANT TEMP NORMAL will appear in the display.
Page 148 Warnings and Messages Driver Information Center Personal Choice Programming Other messages or warnings may appear in the DIC display such as: The DIC can be used to program personal choice features available with your vehicle, such as memory WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID LOW seats, memory door locks, security feedback, delayed ENG COOLANT LOW - CHECK LEVEL locking and perimeter lighting.
Page 149 This will return you to the beginning of the 3. Press and hold the ENG/MET button for five option feature programming mode. seconds. WELCOME TO BUICK OPTION FEATURE will appear in the display. 2-89...
Page 150 To change modes: Memory Door Locks The memory door lock modes when shifting in and out 1. Move the arrow on the display between ON and OFF of PARK (P), can be changed through the DIC. You can by pressing the ENG/MET button. change these modes by different selections of the 2.
Page 151 If you choose LIGHTS for LOCK FEEDBACK and Security Feedback OFF for UNLOCK FEEDBACK, your exterior By choosing different combinations of these selections, lamps will flash when locking your vehicle and you you can choose the type of transmitter activated will receive no security feedback when unlocking feedback when locking and unlocking your vehicle with your vehicle.
Page 152 Perimeter Lighting Memory Seat Recall When the UNLOCK button on the transmitter is This feature recalls the position of your seat. pressed, the DRL lamps (high-beams at reduced You can program this feature to be active by choosing intensity), parking lamps and back-up lamps will turn on ON when the SEAT RECALL choice appears, or if it is dark enough according to the twilight sentinel.
Page 153: Section 3 Comfort Controls And Audio Systems
Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your Buick. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle. Comfort Controls...
Page 154: Comfort Controls
With these systems, you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation in your Buick. Your vehicle also has a You will hear a beep each time a button is pushed and a flow-through ventilation system described later in small light on the button will indicate which buttons are this section.
Page 155 FAN button will display and hold the current blower fan setting. If you want the blower fan to run at a lower speed, push the bottom of the FAN button. The fan speed will decrease with every push of the button until the lowest speed is reached.
Page 156 You may also manually adjust the a i r delivery or fan speed. The ventilation system always allows fresh air to flow through your Buick when the vehicle is moving even AIR FLOW This button is used to change the direction with the system in the OFF mode.
Page 157: Air Conditioning
Air Conditioning RECIRC: When RECIRC is selected, the system will limit the amount of outside air entering your vehicle. On hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot This is helpful when you are trying to cool the interior inside air escape.
Page 158: Ventilation System
Ventilation System For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed, use VENT to direct outside air through your vehicle. Air will flow through any of the outlets depending on outside temperatures and comfort level settings. Your vehicle’s flow-through ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when it’s moving.
Page 159 The filter should be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance. See “Maintenance Schedule” in the Index for replacement intervals. See your Buick dealer for details on changing the filter. Once you remove your filter, if you choose not to replace it, it will not damage your vehicle.
Page 160: Defogging And Defrosting
Defogging and Defrosting At speeds above 30 mph (48 km/h), the rear defogger REAR will stay on until you press the button again. On cool but humid days, use FRONT to keep the After minutes of driving below km/h), windshield and side windows clear and to quickly the defogger will turn off automatically.
Page 161 Passenger Climate Control Steering Wheel Controls for Climate Control (Option) If your vehicle has this feature, you can control the temperature function by using the button on your steering wheel. Press the TEMP up arrow to increase the temperature and the TEMP down arrow to decrease the temperature.
Page 162: Audio Systems
Audio Systems AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player (If Equipped) Your Delco audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure. You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first.
Page 163 RECALL: Press the upper knob briefly to recall the PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to station being played or to display the clock. To change 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2). Just: what is normally shown on the display (station or time), press the knob until you see the display you want, then 1.
Page 164 Setting the Tone While the tape is playing, use the VOLUME, FADE, BAL, BASS and TREB controls just as you do for the BASS: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the radio. Other controls may have different functions when knob to increase or decrease bass.
Page 165 SIDE (5): Press this button to change the side of the If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can’t be corrected, please contact your dealer. If your radio tape that is playing. displays an error number, write it down and provide it to (6): Press this button to reduce background noise.
Page 166: Am-Fm Stereo With Cassette Tape Player And Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped)
RECALL: Press this button briefly to recall the station AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player being played or to display the clock. To change what is and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped) normally shown on the display (station or time), press this button until you see the display you want, then hold the button until the display flashes.
Page 167 PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let band (AM or FM) you are listening to). AUTO SET will flash while seeking and will remain on until this you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six function is complete.
Page 168 Adjusting the Speakers If you want to insert a tape when the ignition or radio is off, first press EJECT or RECALL. Note that the BAL: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob cassette tape adapter kits for portable compact disc to move the sound to the left or right speakers.
Page 169 PREV (1): Press this button to search for the previous Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license selection on the tape. Your tape must have at least from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby three seconds of silence between each selection for and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby PREV to work.
Page 170: Am-Fm Stereo With Compact Disc Player And Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped)
AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player RECALL: Press this button briefly to recall the station being played or to display the clock. To change what is and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped) normally shown on the display (station or time), press the button until you see the display you want, then hold the button until the display flashes.
Page 171 PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let band (AM or FM) you are listening to). AUTO SET will you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to flash while seeking and will remain on until this F M l function is complete.
Page 172 Adjusting the Speakers If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can’t be corrected, please contact your dealer. If your radio BAL: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn this knob displays an error number, write it down and provide it to to move the sound to the left or right speakers.
Page 173 RECALL: Press this button to see which track is AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and playing. Press it again within five seconds to see how Compact Disc Player with Automatic Tone long it has been playing. To change what is normally Control (If Equipped) shown on the display (track or elapsed time), press the button until you see the display you want, then hold the...
Page 174 RECALL: Press this button briefly to recall the station PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let being played or to display the clock. To change what is you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to normally shown on the display (station or time), press 18 stations (six six FMl and six FM2).
Page 175 Adjusting the Speakers AUTO SET Press this button and the system will seek and set the 12 strongest FM or the strongest AM BAL: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob stations on your preset buttons. AUTO SET will flash to move the sound to the left or right speakers.
Page 176 Your tape bias is set automatically. The SEEK down and up arrows will also find the previous and next selections on the tape. If E and number appear on the radio display, the tape 44 (3): won’t play because of an error. Press this button to reverse the tape rapidly.
Page 177 CLN: If this message appears on the display, the If you’re driving on a very rough road or if it’s very hot, cassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will still play the disc may not play and an error code may appear on tapes, but you should clean it as soon as possible to the display.
Page 178 SOURCE: Press this button to change to the disc The SEEK down and up arrows will also find the previous and next selections on the disc. function when the radio on. When a disc is inserted, the disc will play until you press AM-FM. Then the disc 44 (3): Press and hold this button to quickly reverse will stop playing and the radio will play.
Page 179: Trunk Mounted Cd Changer (Option)
If you load a disc with the label side up, the disc will not Trunk Mounted CD Changer (Option) play and an error will occur. Gently push the tray back With the optional compact disc changer, you can play up into the magazine slot.
Page 180 All of the CD functions are controlled by the radio buttons except for ejecting the magazine. Whenever a CD magazine with discs is loaded in the changer, the compact disc symbol will appear on the radio display. If the CD changer is checking the magazine for CDs, the compact disc symbol will flash on the display until the changer is ready to play.
Page 181 bb (4): Press and hold this button to quickly advance The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and try again. within a track. You will hear sound. SIDE (5): Press this button to select the next disc in the The CD changer door is open.
Page 182: Theft-Deterrent Feature
P SCAN: When you press P SCAN while playing a CD, NOTE: If you allow more than 15 seconds to elapse you will hear the first few seconds of each track on a between any steps, the radio automatically reverts to disc.
Page 183 Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After 1. Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN. Power Loss 2. Turn the radio off. Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than 3. Press the 1 and 4 buttons together. Hold them down 15 seconds between steps: until SEC shows on the display.
Page 184: Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped)
SCAN: Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped) Press this button to scan the stations preset on your radio pushbuttons. This feature works like your If your vehicle has this feature, you ‘can control certain radio’s P SCAN button and allows you to listen to each radio functions using the buttons on your steering wheel.
Page 185: Understanding Radio Reception
To help avoid hearing loss or damage: Understanding Radio Reception Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting. FM Stereo Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably FM stereo will give you the best sound. But FM signals and clearly. will reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to Tall km).
Page 186: Care Of Your Cassette Tape Player
A scrubbing action cleaning cassette is available through mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their your Buick dealership. cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight and You may also choose a non-scrubbing action, wet-type extreme heat.
Page 187: Care Of Your Compact Discs
If you choose to add a cellular telephone to your Buick. damaged. If the inside surface is damaged, it could and the antenna needs to be attached to the glass, interfere with radio reception.
Page 188 NOTES 3-36...
Page 189: Section 4 Your Driving And The Road
Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We’ve also included many other useful tips on driving. Defensive Driving 4-18 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Drunken Driving 4-2 1 City Driving...
Page 190: Defensive Driving
Drive defensively. Vision Please start with a very important safety device in your Buick: Buckle up. (See “Safety Belts” in the Index.) Attentiveness. Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads or freeways, it means...
Page 191 Police records show that almost half of all motor The Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of someone vehicle-related deaths involve alcohol. In most cases, who is drinking depends upon four things: these deaths are the result of someone who was drinking The amount of alcohol consumed and driving.
Page 192 Since alcohol is carried in body water, this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks. The law in many U.S. states sets the legal limit at a BAC of 0.10 percent.
Page 193 The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. “I’ll be careful” isn’t the right answer. What if there’s an emergency, a need to Drinking and then driving is very dangerous.
Page 194: Control Of A Vehicle
Control of a Vehicle Braking You have three systems that make your vehicle go where Bralung action involves perception time and you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and reaction time. the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal.
Page 195: Anti-Lock Brakes
Avoid needless heavy bralung. Some people drive in Anti-Lock Brakes spurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavy Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes (ABS). ABS is an braking rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a advanced electronic braking system that will help mistake.
Page 196 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 197: Traction Control System (If Equipped)
conditions allow you to safely use it again, you may Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need re-engage the cruise control. (See “Cruise Control” in to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease the Index.) stopping distance.
Page 198: Braking In Emergencies
Braking in Emergencies With anti-lock, you steer and brake at the same more time. In many emergencies, steering can help you than even the very best braking. Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort.
Page 199: Steering Tips
Steering Tips Suppose you’re steering through a sharp curve. Then you suddenly accelerate. Both control systems steering Driving on Curves acceleration have to do their work where the tires meet the road. Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too It’s important to take curves at a reasonable speed. much of those places.
Page 200: Steering In Emergencies
That’s the time for evasive action steering around the problem. Your Buick can perform very well in emergencies like these. First apply your brakes. (See “Braking in Emergencies” earlier in this section.) It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible An emergency like this requires close attention and a collision.
Page 201: Off-Road Recovery
Off-Road Recovery Passing You may find sometime that your right wheels have The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, you’re driving.
Page 202 Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and start your left lane change signal before moving out while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, of the right lane to pass. When you are far enough following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you’re following a larger vehicle.
Page 203: Loss Of Control
While driving on a surface with reduced traction, try The three types of sluds correspond to your Buick’s your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration or three control systems. In the braking skid, your wheels braking (including engine braking by shifting to a lower aren’t rolling.
Page 204: Driving At Night
Driving at Night Here are some tips on night driving. Drive defensively. Don't drink and drive. Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. Since you can't see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles.
Page 205: Night Vision
Night Vision Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean -- inside and out. Glare at night is made much No one can see as well at night as in the daytime. But as worse by dirt on the glass. Even the inside of the glass we get older these differences increase.
Page 206: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads your tire-to-road traction isn’t as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get even less traction. It’s always wise to go slower and be cautious if rain starts to fall while you are driving. The surface may get wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement.
Page 207 Wet brakes can cause accidents. They won’t work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side. You could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally.
Page 208: Driving Through Deep Standing Water
Hydroplaning Driving Through Deep Standing Water Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. NOTICE: This can happen if the road is wet enough and you’re going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, If you drive too quickly through deep puddles it has little or no contact with the road.
Page 209: City Driving
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 210: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, Just before you leave the lane, glance quickly over your expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safest shoulder to make sure there isn’t another vehicle in your of all roads. But they have their own special rules. “blind”...
Page 211: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
When you want to leave the freeway, move to the proper Buick dealerships all across North America. They’ll be lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, do not, ready and willing to help if you need it.
Page 212: Highway Hypnosis
Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy.
Page 213 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 Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle.
Page 214: Winter Driving
Here are some tips for winter driving: couple of reflective warning triangles. And, if you will Have your Buick in good shape for winter. be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags YOU may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk.
Page 215: Driving On Snow Or Ice
Driving on Snow or Ice What’s the worst time for this? “Wet ice.” Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the road probably have good traction.
Page 216 your You’re Caught in a Blizzard Your anti-lock brakes improve vehcle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have the anti-lock braking system, you’ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement.
Page 217 your Tie a red cloth to vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas mats -- anything you can wrap around yourself or...
Page 218: Loading Your Vehicle
Loading Your Vehicle Run your engine only as long you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little faster than just idle. That push the accelerator slightly. This TIRE-LOADING INFORMATION uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the OCCUPANTS VEHICLE CAP.
Page 219 CORP MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS DATE GVWR GAWR GAWR RR Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR, or either the maximum front or rear THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLI- GAWR. you do, parts on your vehicle can CABLE U.S.
Page 220: Towing A Trailer
Never stack heavier things, like suitcases, Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the inside the vehicle so that some of them are steps in this section. Ask your Buick dealer for above the tops of the seats. advice and information about towing...
Page 221 To pull a trailer correctly, follow If you do, here are some important points: the advice in this part, and see your Buick dealer There are many different laws, including speed limit for important information about towing a trailer restrictions, having to do with trailering.
Page 222: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
Your Vehicle” in the Index for more information about your vehicle’s maximum load capacity. You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at: Buick Motor Division Customer Relations Center 902 E. Hamilton Avenue Flint, MI 48550...
Page 223: Total Weight On Your Vehicle's Tires
Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires. You’ll find these numbers on the Tire-Loading Information label at the rear edge of the driver’s door or see “Loading Your Vehicle” in the Index.
Page 224 Safety Chains driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself. You should always attach chains between your vehicle Before you start, check the trailer hitch and platform and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue (and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector, of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road lamps, tires and mirror adjustment.
Page 225: Making Turns
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer Backing Up The green arrows on your instrument panel will flash Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand. Then, to move the trailer to the left, just move that hand whenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly to the left.
Page 226 Driving On Grades When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shift 1. 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.
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Page 229: Section 5 Problems On The Road
Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. Hazard Warning Flashers 5-22 If a Tire Goes Flat 5-22 Other Warning Devices Changing a Flat Tire Jump Starting 5-32 Compact Spare Tire 5-33...
Page 230: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers Press the button in to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key isn’t in. To turn off the flashers, press down on the button again.
Page 231: Jump Starting
If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your NOTICE: Buick. But please follow the steps in this part to do it safely. If the other system isn’t a 12-volt system with a negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged.
Page 232 3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Turn off the 5. Find the positive and negative terminals on radios and all lamps that aren’t needed. This will each battery. avoid sparks and help save both batteries. It could save your radio ! CAUTION: NOTICE: Using a match near a battery can cause battery...
Page 233 6. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or 8. Don’t let the other end missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock touch metal. Connect it and the vehicles could be damaged. to the positive terminal of the good Before you connect the cables, here are some basic battery.
Page 234 13. Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting. Take care that they don’t touch each other or any other metal. 10. Attach the cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) away from the dead battery, but not near engine parts that move.
Page 235: Towing Your Vehicle
Towing Your Vehicle Try to have a Buick dealer or a professional towing service tow your Park Avenue. See “Roadside Assistance’’ in the Index. If your vehicle has been changed or modified since it was factory-new by adding after-market items like fog lamps, aero skirting, or special tires and wheels, these instructions and illustrations may not be correct.
Page 236 When your vehicle is being towed, have the ignition key in the OFF position. The steering wheel should be clamped in a straight-ahead position, with a clamping device designed for towing service. Do not use the A vehicle can fall from a car carrier if it isn’t vehicle’s steering column lock for this.
Page 237: Front Towing
Front Towing Attach T-hook chains behind the front wheels into the bottom slots of the cradle rails on both sides. Position a 4" 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 238: Rear Towing
Rear Towing Tow Limits rnph (88 k d ) , 500 miles (800 krn) Attach T-hook chains on both sides in the slotted holes in the floor pan support rails just ahead the rear wheels. Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end of each lower control arm.
Page 239 Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end of each lower control arm. Position the lower sling crossbar directly under the rear bumper. 5-11...
Page 240: Engine Overheating
Engine Overheating You will find a warning light about a hot engine, as well as a coolant temperature gage, on your Buick instrument panel. If your vehicle is equipped with the optional Steam from an overheated engine can burn you Driver Information Center, an Engine Coolant Low badly, even if you just open the hood.
Page 241: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no 10 minutes. If the warning doesn’t come back on, steam, the problem may not be too serious.
Page 242 When you decide it's safe to lift the hood, here's what you'll see: CAUTION: An electric fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan.
Page 243 Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Don’t run the engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could cause an engine fire, and you could be burned.
Page 244 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant NOTICE: Recovery Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the level isn’t at or above the FULL COLD mark, add a engine, radiator, heater core and other parts.
Page 245 You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don't spill coolant on a hot engine. When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at or above the FULL COLD mark, start your vehicle.
Page 246 Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the radiator even a little pressure cap they can come oul at high speed. Never turn the cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap, is hot.
Page 247: How To Add Coolant To The Radiator
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push down as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap. 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot.
Page 248 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the mTLL 3. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX-COOL@ COLD mark. coolant mixture, up to the base of the filler neck. 5. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure cap off.
Page 249 6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the 8. Then replace the pressure cap. At any time during upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck, reinstall the pressure cap.
Page 250: If A Tire Goes Flat
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes by driving slowly to a level place.
Page 251: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you’ll need is in the trunk. The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and Lift the carpeting from the floor of the trunk. change a tire. Lift and remove the spare tire cover for access to the spare tire and jack.
Page 252: Wheel Covers
Wheel Covers The following steps are necessary if you have the alloy (aluminum) wheel with a center cover that conceals the wheel nuts. Remove the spare tire from the trunk. See “Compact Spare Tire” later in this section for more information about the compact spare.
Page 253: Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire
2. If your vehicle has this Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the aluminum wheel, you Spare Tire may have plastic wheel 1. Use the wheel wrench to loosen the wheel nuts, but nut caps. Use the wheel don’t remove them yet. nut wrench to remove the wheel nut caps and 2.
Page 254 3. Rotate the wheel wrench clockwise (to the right) to lower the jack head a few inches. 4. Near each wheel well is a notch in the plastic trim panel to position the jack head. You’ll find the word JACK and an arrow stamped into the plastic near each notch.
Page 255 Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly 5.
Page 256 7. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, CAUTMN: mounting surfaces and spare wheel. Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 8.
Page 257 10. Using the wheel wrench, tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence. CAUTION: 9. Lower the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off.
Page 258: Storing The Flat Tire And Tools
Storing the Flat Tire and Tools NOTICE: L!b, CAUTION: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper passenger compartment of the vehicle could torque specification.
Page 259: Storing The Spare Tire And Tools
Store the flat tire as far forward in the trunk as possible. Storing the Spare Tire and Tools Store the jack and wheel wrench in their compartment in the trunk. CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury.
Page 260: Compact Spare Tire
Store the compact spare tire and tools as shown in Compact Spare Tire the diagram. Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be SPARE TIRE COVER 60 psi (420 Wa).
Page 261: If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice NOTICE: or Snow What you don’t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is When the compact spare is installed, don’t take to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as your vehicle through an automatic car wash with “rocking”...
Page 262: Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out
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.
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Page 265: Section 6 Service And Appearance Care
Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about the care of your Buick. This section begins with service and fuel information, and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care.
Page 266: Doing Your Own Service Work
If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll Your Buick dealer knows your vehicle best and wants want to get the proper Buick Service Manual. It tells you you to be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your much more about how to service your Buick than this dealer for all your service needs.
Page 267: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of Your Vehicle
This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance. Check with damaged if you try to do service work on a your Buick dealer before adding equipment to the vehicle without knowing enough about it. outside of your vehicle.
Page 268 If this occurs, return to your CGSB 3.5-M93 in Canada. Improved gasoline authorized Buick dealer for diagnosis to determine the specifications have been developed by the American cause of failure. In the event it is determined that the...
Page 269: Fuels In Foreign Countries
To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States Fuels in Foreign Countries are now required to contain additives that will help If you plan on driving in another country outside the prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel United States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard to system, allowing your emission control system to find.
Page 270: Filling Your Tank
Filling Your Tank Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from gasoline. The cap is behind a hinged door on the driver’s side of your vehicle.
Page 271 The release button for the fuel door is to the left of the steering column. There is also a manual fuel door release. This mechanism is located in the top of the tnxnk While refueling, hang the cap inside the fuel door. compartment, on the If necessary twist it clockwise to secure it.
Page 272 Be careful not to spill gasoline. Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soon as possible. See “Cleaning the Outside of Your Buick” in the Index.
Page 273: Checking Things Under The Hood
Checking Things Under the Hood Hood Release To open the hood, pull the handle inside the vehicle. It CAUTION: is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel. electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan.
Page 274 Lift up on this black lever as you lift up the hood. Then go to the front of the vehicle and locate the secondary hood release. It is under the front edge of Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on the grille.
Page 275 3800 Series I1 (Code K) Engine (L36) When you open the hood on the 3800 (L36) engine, here’s what you will see (3800 Supercharged (L67) engine similar): ,..“ 1 4 A. Battcry G. Windshield Washer D. Engine Oil Fill Cap Fluid Reservoir E.
Page 276: Engine Oil
Engine Oil Your Park Avenue Ultra has a 3800 Supercharged engine. Buick chose supercharging rather than turbocharging because Buick emphasizes smooth, refined power. The supercharger a device which is designed to pump more air into the engine than it would normally use.
Page 277: Checking Engine Oil
Checking Engine Oil It’s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel. order to get an accurate reading, the oil must Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground.
Page 278: What Kind Of Oil To Use
When to Add Oil What Kind of Oil to Use If the oil is at or below the ADD mark, then you’ll Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use looking for the “Starburst”...
Page 279 shown in the chart, 1OW-30 is best for your RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS vehicle. However, you can use 5W-30 if it's going FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST to be colder than 60°F (16°C) before your next oil SAE VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE.
Page 280: Engine Oil Additives
Driving under these conditions causes engine oil to break down sooner. I f any one of these is true for your vehicle, Don’t add anything to your oil. Your Buick dealer is then you need to change your oil and filter every ready to advise if you think something should be added.
Page 281: Air Cleaner
What to Do with Used Oil Air Cleaner Did you know that used engine oil contains certain The air cleaner is in the front right section of the elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could engine compartment. even cause cancer? Don’t let used oil stay on your skin for very long.
Page 282 1. Remove the wing nuts on the air cleaner 2. Remove the air intake hose that snaps over the throttle body by pulling the hose upward and away housing cover. from the throttle body. As you are detaching the hose, remove the air cleaner housing cover by pulling upward and rearward.
Page 283 Operating the engine with the air cleaner off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air, it stops flame if the engine backfires. If it isn’t there, and the engine backfires, you could be burned. Don’t drive with it off, and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner off.
Page 284: Supercharger Oil
Supercharger Oil How to Check and Add Oil Check oil only when the engine is cold. Allow the Unless you are technically engine to cool two to three hours after running. qualified and have the proper tools, you should let your dealer or a qualified CAUTION: service center perform...
Page 285: Automatic Transaxle Fluid
180°F to 200°F (82°C to 93°C). Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at your Buick dealership Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles Service Department.
Page 286 Checking the Fluid Level Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running. 1. The transaxle fluid With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever dipstick top is a round in PARK (P).
Page 287: How To Add Fluid
If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level into the cross-hatched area on the dipstick. 1. Pull out the dipstick. 2. Using a long-neck funnel, add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring. it to the proper level. It doesn’t take much fluid, generally less than one pint (0.5 L).
Page 288: Engine Coolant
Engine Coolant NOTICE: The cooling s stem in your vehicle is filled with DEX-COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designed When adding coolant, it is important that you use to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150,000 miles only DEX-COOL@ (silicate-free) coolant.
Page 289: What To Use
What to Use NOTICE: Use a mixture of one-half clean water (preferably distilled) and one-half DEX-COOL@ coolant which If you use an improper coolant mix, your engine won’t damage aluminum parts. If you use this mixture, could overheat and be badly damaged. The you don’t need to add anything else.
Page 290: Checking Coolant
Checking Coolant t’ ENG. COOLANT LOW !HBIBNN CHECK LEVEL If this ENG. COOLANT LOW-CHECK LEVEL message comes on, it means you’re low on engine coolant. The coolant recovery tank is located on the driver’s side of the engine compartment. When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at FULL COLD or a little higher.
Page 291 Adding Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL@ coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank, but be careful not to spill it. You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and it will burn if the engine parts are hot CAUTION: enough.
Page 292: Radiator Pressure Cap
Radiator Pressure Cap Power Steering Fluid 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 293: How To Check Power Steering Fluid
How To Check Power Steering Fluid Adding Washer Fluid When the engine compartment is cool, wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean, then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap and completely tighten it.
Page 294: Brake Fluid
Brakes NOTICE: Brake Fluid When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. Also, water doesn’t clean as well as washer fluid.
Page 295 When your brake fluid falls to a low level, your brake There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the warning light will come on. A chime will sound if you reservoir might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake try to drive with this warning light on.
Page 296: Brake Wear
Brake Wear Your Buick has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a Using the wrong fluid can badly damage high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn brake system parts. For example, just a few and new pads are needed.
Page 297: Brake Pedal Travel
Brake Adjustment Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly Every time you apply the brakes, with or without the applied. This does not mean something is wrong with vehicle moving, your brakes adjust for wear. your brakes.
Page 298: Bulb Replacement
Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods. Every new Buick has a Delco Freedom@ battery. You Also, for your audio system, see “Theft-Deterrent never have to add water to one of these. When it’s time Feature”...
Page 299 Headlamps 1. Remove the thumb screws by turning in a counterclockwise direction. Each headlamp is attached by thumb screws. 6-35...
Page 300 3. Remove the bulb socket by turning it one-quarter of a turn counterclockwise, while pressing it firmly, then pull it out. Note: You can use pliers to remove the bulb socket if you are unable to do it by hand. 4.
Page 301: Front Turn Signal
Front Turn Signal The front turn signal bulbs can be accessed by removing the headlamp assembly as described in the previous procedure. Once the headlamp assembly has been removed, reach down from the top of the vehicle and, while pressing the lock tab on the socket, turn the socket one-quarter of a turn and pull it out.
Page 302: Headlamp Aiming
Buick dealer. Headlamps on damaged vehicles may require recalibration of the horizontal aim by your Buick dealer. To check the aim, the vehicle should be properly prepared as follows: The vehicle must have all four tires on a perfectly level surface.
Page 303 It is recommended that the upper limit not exceed plus 0.4 degrees from the center of the bubble. Other drivers may flash their high beams at you if your adjustment is much above plus 0.4 degrees. The headlamp aiming device is under the hood, directly behind the headlamps.
Page 304 Taillamps If you find that the headlamp aiming needs adjustment, follow these steps: 1. Open the trunk. On either side of the rear of the Start with the vertical headlamp aim. Adjustment trunk is a plastic retainer that holds the cargo net and screws can be turned with an E8 Tom@ socket or T15 taillamp assembly in place.
Page 305 4. Beneath the trim panel are three nuts that secure the 5. Pull the taillamp assembly away from the vehicle. taillamp assembly. Remove these nuts with a 10 mm wrench. Remove the nuts from only the side you want to access. The signal and stoplamp can turn...
Page 306 6. Remove the bulb socket assembly by turning the socket one-quarter of a turn counterclockwise and pulling it out. " . 7. Once the socket has been removed, pull the bulb straight out to remove it Turn lamps, stoplamps, and back-up bulbs are located from the socket.
Page 307 1. There are four studs located at the edge of the trunk lid. Remove the protective vinyl caps from the studs. 2. Use a 10 mm wrench to remove the nuts from the studs. 3. There are eight fasteners along the top of the trunk lid (four on each side), holding the trunk trim in place.
Page 308 5. From inside the trunk compartment, use a 10 mm 4. Hold the trunk trkn back to expose the three remaining wrench to remove the nuts from the studs. nuts holding the taillamp assembly in place. Remove the protective vinyl caps from the studs. 6-44...
Page 309 Turn the bulb socket one-quarter of a turn counterclockwise and pull it out. Note: You can use pliers to remove the bulb socket if you are unable to do it by hand. 8. Once the socket has been removed, pull the bulb straight out to remove it 6.
Page 310: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. To replace the wiper blade assembly: Position the wipers on the windshield in the “mid” wipe position. Lift the windshield wiper away from the windshield.
Page 311 Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut, punctured or broken by a sudden Your new Buick comes with high-quality tires made by impact such as when you hit a pothole. a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions Keep tires at the recommended pressure.
Page 312: Tire Pressure
Inflation Tire Pressure NOTICE: (Continued) The Tire-Loading Information label, which is located on the rear edge of the driver’s door shows the correct If your tires have too much air (overinflation), inflation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. you can get the following: “Cold”...
Page 313 Check Tire Pressure System (If Equipped) When the CHECK TIRE PRESSURES message appears on the Driver Information Center, you should stop as The check tire pressure system can alert you to a large soon as you can and check all your tires for damage. (If change in the pressure of one tire.
Page 314: Tire Inspection And Rotation
Tire Inspection and Rotation To reset (calibrate) the system: 1. Turn the ignition switch to RUN. Tires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles (10 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual wear, 2. Press the GAGES button on the DIC until TIRE rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel PRESSURE appears on the display.
Page 315 When It’s Time for New Tires After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire-Loading One way to tell when it’s a l l Information label. Make certain that wheel nuts are time for new tires is to properly tightened.
Page 316: Buying New Tires
The tire has a puncture, cut or other damage that If you ever replace your tires with those not having a can’t be repaired well because of the size or location TPC Spec number, make sure they are the same size, of the damage.
Page 317: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on The following information relates to the system the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled developed by the United States National Highway conditions on a specified government test course. For Traffic Safety Administration, which grades tires by example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half treadwear, traction and temperature performance.
Page 318: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
See your can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. Buick dealer if any of these conditions exist. Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need.
Page 319 Buick model. chain clearance to the body and chassis. See “Changing a Flat Tire” in the Index for more information.
Page 320: Tire Chains
When you use anything from a container to clean your you must. Use only SAE Class “S” type chains Buick, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s warnings that are the proper size for your tires. Install and instructions. And always open your doors or them on the front tires and tighten them as windows when you’re cleaning the inside.
Page 321: Cleaning The Inside Of Your Buick
Wipe vinyl or leather with a clean, damp cloth. saturate the material and don’t rub it roughly. Your Buick dealer has two cleaners, a solvent-type spot 5. As soon as you’ve cleaned the section, use a sponge lifter and a foam-type powdered cleaner. They will clean to remove the suds.
Page 322 Using Solvent-Type Cleaner on Fabric Shoe polish, wax crayon, tar and asphalt will stain if left on a vehicle’s seat fabric. They should be removed as First, see if you have to use solvent-type cleaner at all. soon as possible. Be careful, because the cleaner will Some spots and stains will clean off better with just dissolve them and may cause them to spread.
Page 323 Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Cleaning Vinyl Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces Use warm water and a clean cloth. of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield may have to do it more than once.
Page 324: Care Of Safety Belts
Care of Safety Belts Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades Keep belts clean and dry. If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax, sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield. Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Do not bleacn or dye safety belts.
Page 325: Cleaning The Outside Of Your Buick
Finish Care Cleaning the Outside of Your Buick Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your Buick by The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint of color, gloss retention and durability.
Page 326 Don’t use strong soaps, of years. You can help to keep the paint finish looking chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners or new by keeping your Buick garaged or covered abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could whenever possible.
Page 327: Sheet Metal Damage
Tires Sheet Metal Damage To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner. If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to the parts repaired or NOTICE: replaced to restore corrosion protection.
Page 328: Underbody Maintenance
At least every spring, flush these materials from the Although no defect in the paint job causes this, Buick underbody with plain water. Clean any areas where mud will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of and other debris can collect.
Page 329: Appearance Care Materials Chart
Appearance Care Materials Chart DESCRIPTION PART SIZE USAGE 994954 23 in. x Polishing Cloth Wax Treated Exterior Polish 1050004 2.75 sq. ft. Chamois Shines vehicle without scratching 16 oz. (0.473 L) 1050 172 Tar and Road Oil Remover Also removes old waxes and polishes 1050173 (0.473 L) Chrome Cleaner and Polish...
Page 330: Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)
On this label is: your VIN, This is the legal identifier for your Buick. It appears on the model designation, a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the paint information and driver’s side.
Page 331: Electrical System
Electrical System Maxifuse@/Relay Center Add-on Electrical Equipment NOTICE: Don’t add anything electrical to your Buick unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should.
Page 332: Fuses And Circuit Breakers
Fuses and Circuit Breakers When finished, replace the hush panel. Replace lamps, connectors, and HVAC duct temperature sensors if they The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from were removed. short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers.
Page 333 Fuse Usage Fuse Usage IGN SEN EC Mirror, Driver HTS Seat, Rear LP PK L Underhood LP, L PWSide Mkr, L Defog Relay, MEM Module, Cool PWTurn Lmp, SBM, L Tail Sig LVL Sensor, ABS Module, Pass Lmp, L Tail Stop Lmp, L Rear Heated Seat Side Mkr HVAC Flat Pk Mtrs, ELC Sensor,...
Page 334 Underhood Fuse Block Position Circuitry There are additional fuses located on the passenger’s Pre Oxygen Sensor, Post side the engine compartment. Oxygen Sensor SDM-R Module PCM, MAF Sensor AC Clutch Relay Brake Switch, Trans Shift, PCMEGR Ref, Lin EGR, Cnstr Purge Sol, Cnstr Purge SW Horn Relay Not Used...
Page 335 Position Circuitry Position Circuitry Lt Low Beam Relay--Theft 2 Turn Signal, Stepper Mtr, Brake Lmp, Relay--Cooling Fan S/P CHMSL Relay--Cooling Fan Fuel Pump Relay (Wire in BEC) Relay--A/C CLU micro Ign Switch Relay--Fuel Pump micro In Key Module, PCM IP BEC To IP BEC-B/U Lamp HVAC Blower Motor Flasher Module...
Page 336 Rear Fuse Block Position Circuitry Additional fuses are located in the fuse center, under the Relay--ELC to Compressor rear seat. Mem Seat Module, Driver Seat Switch. Driver Lumbar SW ELC Sensor, ELC Cmpr Solenoid Aux Outlet (2 in Cn), Aux Outlet (1 in St) In-Key Module SBM Module...
Page 337: Removing The Rear Seat Cushion
Removing the Rear Seat Cushion Position Circuitry Rear Door Mod (2 LD) NOTICE: Fuel Door Re1 Sol, Trunk Re1 Relay, A fuse center is located under the rear seat Not Used cushion. To help avoid damage to the fuse center, IP Ashtray Cig Ltr be careful when removing or reinstalling the Not Used...
Page 338 To Reinstall the Rear Seat Cushion A safety belt that isn’t properly routed through the seat cushion or is twisted won’t provide the protection needed in a crash. If the safety belt hasn’t been routed through the seat cushion at all, it won’t be there to work for the next passenger.
Page 339: Replacement Bulbs
1. Buckle the center passenger position safety belt, then Replacement Bulbs route the safety belts through the proper slots in the EXTERIOR BULB seat cushion. Don’t let the safety belts get twisted. Headlamp 2. Slide the rear of the cushion up and under the .
Page 340: Capacities And Specifications
Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Please refer to “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index for more information. Belt Tensions Automatically controlled by a Self-Tension idler pulley. Tension adjustment should never be necessary. Automatic Transaxle AT (Overdrive) When draining or replacing torque converter, more fluid may be needed.
Page 341: Air Conditioning Refrigerants
Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant is used. If you're not sure, ask your Buick dealer. Engine Specifications 3800 Engine 3800 Supercharged Engine .
Page 342: Vehicle Dimensions
Engine Accessory Belt (L36) Vehicle Dimensions Overall The 3800 (L36) engine uses an engine accessory belt. This diagram shows the features connected by the belt ....Length 206.8 inches (525.3 cm) routing.
Page 343 The Supercharged 3800 engine uses two accessory drive Supercharged Engine Accessory Belt (L67) belts. One belt drives the generator, power steering pump, coolant pump and air conditioning compressor. The second belt drives the supercharger. Each belt has its own tensioner and idler pulley. See “Maintenance Schedule”...
Page 344 & NOTES 6-80...
Page 345: Section 7 Maintenance Schedule
Section 7 Maintenance Schedule This section covers the maintenance required for your Buick. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety, dependability and emission control performance. Introduction At Least Once a Year Your Vehicle and the Environment Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections...
Page 346: Your Vehicle And The Environment
Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet, or your Buick dealer for details.
Page 347: How This Section Is Organized
Some of these “Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections” services can be complex, so unless you are technically explains important inspections that your Buick dealer’s qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should service department or another qualified service center let your dealer’s service department or another qualified...
Page 348: Using Your Maintenance Schedule
If you have any schedule to follow: questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition, see your Buick dealer. This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them. If you go to your dealer for your service needs, you’ll know...
Page 349: Short Trip/City Intervals
Maintenance Schedule Trip/City Short Definition Short Trip/City Intervals Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter Follow the Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule if any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle: Change (or 3 months, whichever occurs first). Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 Every 6,000 Miles (10 000 km): Chassis Lubrication km).
Page 350 Maintenance Schedule Short Trip/City Intervals Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine ull and Filter Every 150,000 Miles (240 000 k m ) : Cooling System Change (or every 12 months, whichever occurs fist). Service (or every 60 months, whichever occurs first). Chassis Lubrication (or every 12 months, whichever These intervals only summarize maintenance services.
Page 351: Short Tripkity Maintenance Schedule
Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles If your vehicle has an Engine Oil Life Monitor, the k m ) (166 000 should be performed after 100,000 miles monitor will show you when to change the oil usually (166 000 at the same intervals.
Page 352 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote (See footnote An Emission Control Service.
Page 353 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 9,000 Miles (15 000 km) 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote (See footnote An Emission Control Service.
Page 354 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote (See footnote An Emission Control Sewice.
Page 355 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 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). 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote *.) (See footnote An Emission Control Service.
Page 356 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 27,000 Miles (45 000 km) 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote (See footnote An Emission Control Service.
Page 357 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) For supercharged engines only: Check the Change engine oil and filter (or every supercharger oil level and add oil as needed 3 months, whichever occurs first). (or every 36 months, whichever occurs (See footnote An Emission Control Service.
Page 358 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedu 39,000 Miles (65 000 km) 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote *.) (See footnote An Emission Control Service.
Page 359: Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule
Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 42,000 Miles (70 000 km) Miles (75 000 km) 45,000 Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote (See footnote An Emission Control Service.
Page 360 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) 48,000 Miles (80 000 km) Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter Change engine oil and filter (or every if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or 3 months, whichever occurs first). more of these conditions: (See footnote An Emission Control Service.
Page 361 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule1 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote (See footnote An Emission Control Service.
Page 362 ~~~~ Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 57,000 Miles (95 000 km) 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote *.) (See footnote An Emission Control Service.
Page 363 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 63,000 Miles (105 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every For supercharged engines only: Check the supercharger oil level and add oil as needed 3 months, whichever occurs first). (or every 36 months, whichever occurs (See footnote An Emission Control Service.
Page 364 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 69,000 Miles (115 000 km) 66,000 Miles (110 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote (See footnote An Emission Control Service.
Page 365 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 72,000 Miles (120 000 km) 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote (See footnote An Emission Control Service.
Page 366 Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule 81,000 Miles (135 000 km) 78,000 Miles (130 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote (See footnote An Emission Control Service.
Page 367 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 84,000 Miles (140 000 km) 87,000 Miles (145 000 km) Change engine oil and filter every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote (See footnote An Emission Control Service.
Page 368 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every For supercharged engines only: Check the 3 months, whichever occurs first). supercharger oil level and add oil as needed (See footnote (or every 36 months, whichever occurs Emission Control Service.
Page 369 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 93,000 Miles (155 000 km) 96,000 Miles (160 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote (See footnote An Emission Control Service.
Page 370 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 99,000 Miles (165 000 km) 100,000 Miles (1 66 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Inspect spark plug wires. 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote An Emission Control Service. Replace spark plugs.
Page 371 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 150,000 Miles (240 000 km) - When doing frequent trailer towing. Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service, - Uses such as found in taxi, police or whichever occurs first). See “Engine delivery service.
Page 372: Long Tripmighway ,Maintenance Schedule
Long Tripmighway ,Maintenance Schedule If your vehicle has an Engine Oil Life Monitor, the The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 k m ) should be performed after 100,000 miles monitor will show you when to change the oil usually k m ) (166 000...
Page 373 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). 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote (See footnote An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service.
Page 374 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) 22,500 Miles (37 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote (See footnote An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service.
Page 375 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 37,500 Miles (62 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). damage. Replace parts as needed. (See footnote An Emission Control Service.
Page 376 Long TriplHighway Maintenance Schedule 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or (See footnote more of these conditions: An Emission Control Service.
Page 377 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote *.) (See footnote An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service.
Page 378: Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule
Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued) Inspect engine accessory drive belt. Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote An Emission Control Service. Replace air cleaner filter.
Page 379 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 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). 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote (See footnote An Emission Control Service.
Page 380 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 90,000 Miles (150 000 km, Change engine oil and filter (or every For supercharged engines only: Check the supercharger oil level and add oil as needed 12 months, whichever occurs first). (or every 36 months, whichever occurs (See footnote An Emission Control Service.
Page 381 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Inspect spark plug wires. 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote An Emission Control Service. Replace spark plugs.
Page 382 150,000 Miles (240 000 km) 100,000 Miles (1 66 000 km) (Continued) Drain, flush and refill cooling system When doing frequent trailer towing. (or every 60 months since last service, - Uses such as found in taxi, police or whichever occurs first). See “Engine delivery service.
Page 383: At Each Fuel Fill
Engine Coolant Level Check Part B: Owner Checks and Services Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL@ Listed below are owner checks and services which coolant mixture if necessary. See “Engine Coolant” in should be performed at the intervals specified to help the Index for further details.
Page 384: At Least Twice A Year
Automatic Transaxle Check At Least Twice a Year Check the transaxle fluid level; add if needed. See Restraint System Check “Automatic Transaxle” in the Index. A fluid loss Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your may indicate a problem. Check the system and repair belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are if needed.
Page 385 Starter Switch Check (BTSI) Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock Check CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured.
Page 386 Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing Ignition Transaxle Lock Check downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn parking brake. the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position. To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL (N),...
Page 387 Part C: Periodic Maintenance out-of-position parts as well as open seams, holes, loose connections or other conditions which could cause a heat Inspections build-up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle. See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index. Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each Radiator and Heater Hose Inspection...
Page 388 Part D: Recommended Fluids and FLUID/LUBRICANT USAGE Lubricants Chassis lubricant (GM Part Parking Brake No. 12377985 or equivalent) or Cable Guides NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, lubricant meeting requirements of part number or specification may be obtained from your NLGI 2, Category LB or GM dealer.
Page 389 USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT Chassis Chassis lubricant (GM Part Hood and Door Multi-pu ose lubricant, Lubrication No. 12377985 or equivalent) or Superlube (GM Part Hinges lubricant meeting requirements 12346241 or equivalent). of NLGI 2, Category LB Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM or GC-LB.
Page 390 Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on date, odometer reading and who performed the service the following record pages. Also, you should retain all in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. maintenance receipts.
Page 391 Maintenance Record ODOMETER READING DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-47...
Page 392 Maintenance Record ODOMETER SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-48...
Page 393: Section 8 Customer Assistance Information
Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Buick if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. Warranty Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure...
Page 394: Customer Satisfaction Procedure
Buick dealers have the facilities, trained technicians and Customer Satisfaction Procedure up-to-date information to promptly address any concerns you may have. However, if a concern has not been resolved to your complete satisfaction, take the following steps: STEP ONE Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management.
Page 395 In the Dominican Republic: 1-800-751-4135 be resolved by the dealership without further help, (English) or 1-800-75 1-4 136 (Spanish) contact the Buick Customer Relations Center by calling In the Bahamas: 1-800-389-0009 1-800-521-7300. In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling In Bermuda, Barbados, Antigua and the British 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
Page 396: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Nature of concern Buick has TTY equipment available at its Customer We encourage you to call us so we can give your inquiry Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with prompt attention.
Page 397: Canadian Roadside Assistance
Takes the anxiety out of uncertain situations by providing easy access to service professionals trained to work with Buick owners, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including weekends and holidays. For details on Buick Premium Roadside Assistance, please consult your Buick Premium Roadside Assistance owner booklet included with your owner’s manual.
Page 398: Courtesy Transportation
21 years of age. If you are provide Buick retail customers with: under 21 and have difficulty renting a vehicle, Buick will reimburse you up to $3O/day, for any documented Reimbursement toward a loaner vehicle, courtesy of transportation you receive.
Page 399: Gm Participation In An Alternative Dispute Resolution Program
BBB AUTO LINE Both Buick and your Buick dealer are committed Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc. to making sure you are completely satisfied with 4200 Wilson Boulevard your new vehicle.
Page 400: Warranty Information
General Motors. or in the courts. For further information, contact the BBB at 1-800-955-5100 or the Buick Customer To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Assistance Center at 1-800-955-7300.
Page 401: Reporting Safety Defects To The Canadian Government
Canada is 1-800-668-5539. In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at 1-800-521-7300, or write: Buick Motor Division Customer Relations Center 902 E. Hamilton Avenue Flint, MI 48550...
Page 402 1997 BUCK SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling ou the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it in with your check, money order, or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.) CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1997 BUCK OWNER’S INFORMATION...
Page 403 NOTE: Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or company name, and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should be sent. Mail completed order form to: HELM, INCORPORATED P.O. 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 For purchases outside U.S.A. please write to the above address for quotation. (CUSTOMER’S NAME) (AlTENTION) (STREET ADDRESS-NO P.O.
Page 404 NOTES 8-12...
Page 405 Section 9 Index ........
Page 406 ......Cassette Deck Service 7-39 ......Inside of Your Buick 6-57 ....... Cassette Tape Player 3- 10.
Page 407 ......Courtesy Lamps 2-46 Outside of Your Buick 6-61 ......
Page 408 ............DriverPosition 1-13 Coolant Level Check 7-39 .....
Page 409 ........... . Gear Positions.
Page 411 ......Maintenance Kecord 7-46 Lights ......
Page 412 ........... . . N e t .
Page 413 ....Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7-44 Power Seat ........... Recovery Tank. Coolant 5.15. 5.16 Lumbar Controls ..........Refrigerants. Conditioning 6-77 Memory Function ....Remote Pregnancy.
Page 414 8-10 ......Use During Pregnancy 1-19 ......ServicePublications 8-10 ......... . . Servicing Your A r Bag-Equipped Buick 1-26 WhyTheyWork .............. Safety Chains 4-36 Sheet Metal Damage 6-63 .....
Page 415 ............Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 1-15 Tachometer 2-72 .
Page 416 ....Tires (Continued) Transmitters. Remote Keyless Entry ......
Page 417 ....... Ventilation System ........Windows 2-33 .
Page 418 Service Station Checkpoints REMOTE BATTERY TERMINAL P5-5 TIRES . .. ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK P6-13 RELEASE TAB P6-7 FUEL DOOR P6-6 RECOVERY TANK P6-26 REMOTE FUEL WINDSHIELD DOOR AND TRUNK WASHER FLUID RELEASE P6-29 P2-14 AND 6-7 For detailed information, refer to the page number listed, or see the Index in the back of the owner’s manual. 9-14...

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