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  • Page 2 The 1.996 Buick Riviera Owner9$ Manual...
  • Page 3 French Language. Manual: Division whenever it appears in this manual. Aux propribtaires canadiens: Vous powez vous Please keep this manual in your Buick, so it will be there procurer un exemplaire de ce guide en fraqais chez -you ever need when you’re on the road.
  • Page 6 Buick drew plenty of attention because it could c h b Durant also created a racing team that won 500 racing hills and run through mud like no othef car. Buick's trophies 1909 and 1910, including successes at endurance and reliability were world famous.
  • Page 7 1 1 , Buick built aircraft engines, tanks and World other military hardware. This post-wax period brought great styling engineering changes which resulted in increased sales. The torque converter automatic transmission, Dynaflow, was introduced in the 1948 Roadmaster. Buick’s famous “portholes” came along in 1949.
  • Page 8 Ed Mertz, General Manager, Buick Motor Division 1962 Buick Special Built inside the walls of the old buildings in Buick’s Our mission is simple: former Flint complex, which formed the cornerstone “Buick will provide Premium American Motorcars General Motors, Buick City is a state-of-the-art backed with services that exceed our customers’...

  • Page 9: How To Use This Manual

    How to Us.e This Manual M.any read from beginning people their owner’s manual when they first receive their new vehicle. do this, it will help you learn about the features and These mean there is something that could hurt controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find. that you or other people.

  • Page 10: Vehicle Damage Warnings

    Vehicle Damage Warnings not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly. But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid Also, in book you will find these notices: the damage. When you read other manuals, you might see CAUTION NOTICE: NOTICE...
  • Page 11 Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle. These symbols Here are som-e These symbols These symbols For example, These symbols other symbols are on some of are used on have to do with these symbols are important 'you may see:...
  • Page 12 NOTES...
  • Page 13 NOTES...

  • Page 14: Seats And Seat Controls

    Here you’ll find mfomation about the seats in your Raise lower the front of the seat by holding the Buick and how to use your safety belts properly. You front part of the horizontal control up or down. rear learn...
  • Page 15 Memory Seat and Mirrors (Option) When your Buick is in PARK (P) with the ignition ON OW3 press the same side of the MEMORY switch to mirror recall the seat.ancl setting. To do the same thing for a second driver, follow the preceding steps but press the other side of the MEMORY switch.
  • Page 16 H-eated Front Seat (Option) The power recline vertical your vehicle has this control is located on the- option, the switch is on the side the seat. Push it driver's arrnrest. Press the forw.ard to bring the seat to button once and the seat more will The HI...
  • Page 17 Sitting in reclined position when your vehicle 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 18: Head Restraints

    Head Restraints There’s one time the seatback.may not. fold without some help from you. That’s if .your vehicle is-parked Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the going dopvn a fairly steep hill, restraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position chance of injury in reduces the...

  • Page 19: Safety Belts: They're For Everyone

    YOLU vehicle has a light that Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone comes ’on ‘as reminder to This part of the manual tells you how to use safety .b.elts buckle up. (See “Safety properly. It also tells you some things you should not do Belt ReMnder Light”...

  • Page 20: Why Safety Belts Work

    Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you as fast as it goes. Put someone on it. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’s just a seat on wheels.
  • Page 21 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider The person keeps going until stopped by something,. doesn't stop. a real vehicle, it could be the windshield...
  • Page 22 or the instrument panel or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That's why safety belts make such good sense.
  • Page 23 Here Are Questions .Many People Ask If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? About Safety B.elts and the Answers You may be an excellent driver, but in an if you’re Won’t I: be trapped in the vehicle after an accident even one that isn’t your fault...

  • Page 24: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly

    If it opens, you will see your Buick, see .the.part of this manual called “Children.’” a label on the safety belt that Follow those rules for everyone’s protection. do so.
  • Page 26 Shoulder Belt Tightness Adjustment 4. Let the belt go back all the way. You should hear a slight clicking sound. If you don’t, the adjustment Your car has a shoulder belt tightness adjustment feature won’t set, and you’ll have to start again. feature.
  • Page 27 What’s wrong with this? eriously hurt if ; You can bc Jr 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. Don’t allow more than 1 inch (25 mm) of slack. The shoulder belt is tob loose.
  • Page 28 What’s wrong with this? 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, belt forces would be there, not the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle.
  • Page 29 What’s wrong with this? can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In, crash, your move too far body would forward, which wouId increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also; belt would apply toa much force to the ribs, which aren’t as strong shoulder bones.
  • Page 30 What’s wrong with this? You can be seriously injured a twisted belt. In a crash, wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. I T a belt is twisted, make it straight it can work properly, or ask dealer to fix it.

  • Page 31: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)

    Your Buick has two air bags one air bag for the driver and ana-ther bag for the right front passenger. important Here are the.most things to know about the bag system: You can be severely injured or killed in a mas1...
  • Page 32 There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. Air bags inflate with great force, faster than the blink an eye. I f you’re too close to -an inflating :air bag, it could seriously injure- you.
  • Page 34 Don’t put anything on, or attach anything to, the steering wheel or instrument panel. Also, don’t put anything (such as pets or objects) between any occupant and the steering wheel or instrument panel. If something is between an occupant and an air bag, it could affect the or worse, it could performance the air bag...
  • Page 35 How does an air bag -restrain? In moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions, contact the steering wheel even belted dccupants instrument panel. The a i r bag supplements the protection When an air bag inflates, there is dust in the air. safety belts.
  • Page 36 Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and Servicing Your A h Bag-Equipped B,uick diagnostic module, which records information about Air bags affect how your Buick should be serviced. bag system. The module yecords infomution a i r There are parts of the...

  • Page 37: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy

    S.afety Belt Use During Pregnancy The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more for everyone, Safety belts work including pregnant likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a.crash. women.

  • Page 38: Center Passenger Position

    Center Passenger Position Lap Beit If your vehicle has a front split seat and a rear bench seat, someone can sit in the center positions. When you sit in a center seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt.
  • Page 39 Make sure the release button the buckle ispositioned so you would be able to .unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. Rear Seat -1Passe.ng.ers It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are...
  • Page 41 3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. the hips, just touching the thighs. In crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones.
  • Page 42 These parts of the body me best able to take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks if thereka sudden stop or a crash. You can be seriously 'hurt if'your shoulder belt is a crash, you would,move.forward too loose. In too much, which could increase injury.
  • Page 43 1. Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge of the seatback and the interior body to remove the guide from its storage .clip.
  • 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 belt. Then, place the guide The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide over the belt, and insert the edges of the belt into on top.
  • Page 45 Children in a Everyone vehicle needs protection! That includes size. In d a n t s and all children,smaller than adult fact, every the law in every state in the United States and in C a n a d i a n province says children to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.
  • Page 46 heavy you can’t hold it. For example, in crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12-1b. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become 240-lb. (110 kg) force on your arms. The baby would be almost impossible to hold. Secure the baby in an infant restraint. Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle.

  • Page 47: Child Restraints

    Child Restraints Be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. it is, it will have a label saying that it meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. child in a rear-facing child restraint chn be seriously injured if the right front passenger's You may Then follow the instructions for the restraint.

  • Page 48: Top Strap

    If you need to have an anchor installed, you c-an ask your Buick dealer to put it in- for you. If you want to install an anchor yourself, your dealer tell you how to do it.
  • Page 50 5. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is push down on the child restraint. positioned so you would be able unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 6.

  • Page 52: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position

    4. Run. the vehicle’s .safety belt through or around the tighten the belt, pull its free end while- you push down on the child restraint; restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure.
  • Page 53 Because your vehicle has a right front passenger :air bag, always move the seat as far back it will go chjld before securing forward-facing. (See r e - ~ a i n t . in the ,''Seats" Index.) the Seat. Follow the instructions Put the restfaint for the child restraint..' A child in a rear-facing child restraint can...
  • Page 54 Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is 6. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the positioned you would be able unbuckle the retractor set the lock. safety belt quickly you ever had to.

  • Page 58: Safety Belt Extender

    Checking Your Restraint Systems Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light should use it. and all your belts, buckles, latch.plates, retractors and €or anchorages are wo&ing properly.

  • Page 59: Replacing Restraint System Parts After A Crash

    Replacing Restraint System Parts If you ever see a label on the driver’s or the right front passenger’s safety belt that says to replace the beit, be After a C.rash so.. sure to do Then the new belt will be there to help protect you in a collision.
  • Page 60 NOTES...
  • Page 61 NOTES 1-48...

  • Page 62: Features And Controls

    Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Buick, and information on starting, shifting apd braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly and what to do if have a problem.
  • Page 63 If your ignition keys don’t have tags or plugs, go to your Buick dealer for the correct key code if you need a new ignition key.
  • Page 64 Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers especially children can .easily open the doors and fa11 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 so obvious: You increase the chance of being thrown out sf the vehicle in a From the inside: To lock the door, move the lock control...
  • Page 65 Central Door Unlocking System (Option) driver’s door key is held-in the unlock position for ,all doors more than one second, will electronically unlock., Power Dolor Locks Press the power DOOR LOCK/UNLOCK switch to lock or unlock both doors at once.
  • Page 66 Your Membry Door Locks Feature Customizing To change m0de.s: You can program the memory door locks feature to Close all doors and turn the ignition on. Keep all change to the foilowing modes: doors closed throughout this procedure. Press and hold the driver’s power door lock switch Mode Operation through Step...

  • Page 68: Operation

    Buick dealer .or a qualified technician for minutes. This can be t m e d off by pressing the instant service. alarm button again, unlocking the vehicle with a key or Changes or modifications to this system by other than an ’...
  • Page 69 Personal Choice Features The second key transmitter can be programmed to record a different seat and mirror position by following Each key transmitter can be programmed to the dnver’s the same steps. preference for programmable automatic door locks, security €eedback, delayed locking and perimeter If you prefer to program the exit seat position, which lighting.
  • Page 70 Vehicles are deiivered programmed in Mode 5. To Security Feedback change to another mode: This provides feedback to the driver when the vehicle receives a command from the key transmitter. The Press and hold the power door lock switch. follow.ing modes may be selected: Press the opened trunk button on the transmitter.

  • Page 72: Battery Replacement

    Batte,ry Replacement To replace the battery: Insert a coin into the notch near the key ring. Turn Under normal use, the battery in your key chain coii.1 counterclockwise to separate the two halves transmitter should last about two years. the transmitter. You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t Once the transmitter is separated, use a pencil to work at the normal range in any location.

  • Page 73: Trunk Lock Release

    Trunk Lock Release from the outside, f m m the lock cover unlock the trunk and turn to expose the key hole. Insert the ,door key R.emote Trunk Release can be dangerous drive with the trunk lid Press the TRUNK release (CO) open because carbon monoxide gas can...

  • Page 74: Remote Trunk Release Lockout

    Theft Vehicle theft is’big business, especially some cities. Although your Buick has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help.

  • Page 75: Parking At-Night

    Universal Theft-Deterrent. (Option) Parking at-Night spot, Park in lighted close all windows lock your . a n d vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out.of sight. Put them a storage area, or take them with you. Parking Lots you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle, it's best to lock it up and take your keys.
  • Page 76 Testing the A1ar.m Remember, the theft-deterrent system won’t be activated if you lock the doors with a key or manual door’lock. It The alarm can be tested by first having the driver’s only activates if you use -a power door lock switch window down.
  • Page 77 Your PASS-Key system, however, is not working time, the vehicle will not start. This discourages someone properly and must be serviced. by your Buick dealer. Your from randomly trying different keys with different resistor vehicle is not protected by the PASS-Key system.

  • Page 78: Ignition Key Positions

    New Vehicle 6CBreak-In” The key with the black plastic head operates the ignition lock. NOTICE: Your modern Buick doesn’t need .an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the long you follow these guidelines: Don’t drive at any one speed...

  • Page 79: Retained Accessory Power

    LOCK (B): This which you can is.the only position NOTICE: remove the key. This position locks your ignition, stee’ring wheel and transaxle. It’s theft-deterrent feature. If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you’can’t OFF’ (C): This position lets you turn off the engine but turn it, be sure it is all the way in.

  • Page 80: Starting Your Engine

    Starting Your Engine NOTICE: PARK (P) or NFUTRAL (N). Move your shift lever to Your engine won’t start any other position that’s a Holding your key in START for longer than safety feature. restart when. you’re already moving, 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be NEUTRAL (N) only.

  • Page 81: E.ngine Coolant Heater (Option)

    E.ngine Coolant Heater (Option) NOTICE: Your engine is designed to wbrk with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, could change the way the engine 0perates;Before adding electrical equipment, check with your .dealer. I f you don’t, your engine might not perform properly.

  • Page 82: Automatic Transaxle Operation

    Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact your Buick dealer the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice for that particulax area.
  • Page 83 To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, starting the engine. Your Buick has a brake-transaxle ‘ice or sand without damaging your transaxle, see “If shift interlock. You have to fully apply your regular You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow”...
  • Page 84 NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE This (@): position is for doesn’t connect with the wheels. To restart when you’re normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Also, use you’re: NEUTRAL (N) when your vehicle is b.eing towed.
  • Page 85 more (1): This gves you SECOND ( 2 ) : This position gives you p-ower but FIRST position even more power (but lower he1 economy) than SECONR (2). You can can use SECOND (2) on hills. lowerfuel economy. you go It can help control your speed as...

  • Page 86: Parking Brake

    Releasing the parking brake: You will need to use the Parking Brake PUSH TO RELEASE parking brake pedal. Hold the regular brake pedal down and push the parking brake pedal with your left foot. This will unlock the pedal. When you lift your left foot, the parking brake pedal will follow it to the release position.

  • Page 87: Steering Column Shift Lever

    Steering Column Shift Lever . I 2 brake your 1. Hold the pedal down with right foot and set the parking brake. 2. Move the shift iever into the PARK position like this: get out can be dangerous to of your vehicle if PARK the shift lever ismot fully in with the...
  • Page 89 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Runnir- can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move PARK (P) suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in set. And, if you -with the parking brake firmly leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could You or overheat and even catch fire.

  • Page 90: Shifting Out Of Park

    Shifting Out of-PARK (PI Parking Over Things That Burn Your Buick has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. apply b.efore have to fully your regular brake. you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is position. See “Automatic Transaxle” the Index.
  • Page 92 POIIOW the proper steps .to be sure your vehicle won’t ” move. S$e “Shifting Into PARK (E’)’” the Index. If you are. pasking on a hill and you’re pulling a ’ trailer, also see “Towing a’ Trailer” the Index.

  • Page 93: Tilt Wheel

    Express Down Window Tilt Wheel The- switch for the driver's window has an express down featme. When the driver's AUTO switch held rearward for more than half a second, the window will automatically lower completely. The window can be opened in smaller amounts by pressing the switch iiearward and releashg it imediately.
  • Page 95 Turn Signal Reminder A green arrow on the instrument panel will flash If your turn signal is left on for more than 3/4 of a m i l e , the direction of the turn To turn a chime will sound. off the chime, move the turn or lane change.

  • Page 96: Flash-To-Pass Feature

    Flash-To-Pass Feature Windshield Wipers your This feature lets high-beam headlamps to signal driver in front of you that you want to pass. It works even if your headlamps & r e off. use it, pull the turn signal lever toward you a little; but not far that you hear a click.
  • Page 97 the band to MST. Hold For a single wiping cycle, turn it there until the wipers start, then let go. The wipers will At the top of the turn signal lever there’s a paddle with stop after-one cycle. If you want more Cycles, hQld the PUSH...
  • Page 98 When you get to a low fluid condition and push the Y-QU 'can With cruise control, you paddle to spray washer fluid maintain .a speed of about the windshield, the LOW WASHER 25 mph (40 h / h ) WASHER FLUID light will or more .without keeping your foot come on briefly to remind...
  • Page 99 Setting Cruise Control CAUTION: Cruise control can be dangerous where you can’t drive safely at a steady speed. SO, If yuu leave your cruise control switch on when don’t use your cruise control on winding you’re not using cruise, you might hit a button roads or in heavy traffic.
  • Page 100 Resuming Set .Speed Setting the cruise control at a’desired speed ana Inen 2. Get up to the speed you applying the brake will end the cruise control function. want. Once you’re going about 25 mph (40 h / h ) or more, you can.move the cruise control switch from ON to R/A (Resume/Accelerate)
  • Page 101 Here's the second way to go to a higher speed: hereasing Speed Wh Using Cruise- Control There are two ways to to a higher -speed. Here's the Move the cruise switch first: from ON R/A. Hold it there until you reach a ' 1.
  • Page 102 will also go out.

  • Page 103: Lamps On Reminder

    Parking L a p s Lamps License Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Interior Courtesy Lamps Pull the knob toward you to the first setting to turn on Headlamps the parking lamps. Full the h o b toward you to the second setting to turn on the headlamps.
  • Page 104 When it’s dark enough outside, your low-beam Daytime Running Lamps (Canad-a Only) headlamps will change to full brightness. The other Daytime Running Lamps @IC) canmake-it easier for come lamps that come onwith your headlamps will also others to see the.front your vehicle duxirig the day.

  • Page 105: Interior Lamps

    Twilight Sentinel (Qption) Interior Lamps yom headlamp$, taillamps Twilight sentinel tua~s rumen-t, P a d Brightness .and p . w h g lamps on off by sensing how dark it is .outside. c-an~make ..tating the headlamp h o b you .ts-y dim.
  • Page 106 To turn the featue off: Press and hold the door lock switch.throughout this procedure. All doors will lock. Press the instant alarm button on the transmitter. Perimeter lighting remains. on at this time. hoin will chirp two times. Press the instant alarrjn button on the key transmitter again.

  • Page 107: Trunk Lamp

    Front Readhg Lamps. Trunk Lamp trunk When open the to its full opn-positim, a trunk. will come on inside the This lamp will lamp automatically 'turn off when the trunk i S closed. Battery Rundown Protection This feature shuts off the courtesy, reading, glove trurk, box and visor vanity mirror lamps, if any are left on for...
  • Page 109 Power Remote Control Wrror Your Buick has an electric mirror control located on the driver’s door armrest. Move the switch to the right (R) or left (L) to choose a mirror. Press any of the four buttons to move the mirror in the direction desired.
  • Page 111 CRUSADER 1 -BUTTON GENIE AT85P GENIE AT85 GENIE AT90 GENIE MAT85 GElNlE MAT90 AT285p 2. Remove square height adapters from cover. Reference the chart to determine the number and location of the height adapters for your garage door opener. If your unit does not appear on the chart, you will.
  • Page 112 Your Garage Door Transmitter Vehicle Console Door Your Garage Door Transmitter Vehicle Console Door 'Position For Number Of Position For Number Name Model Button Adapter(s) Adapter(s) Model Button Adapter(s1 Adapter@) Name MULTIELMAC LINEAR LINEAR MULTIELMAC MULTIELMAC MULTIELMAC MULTIELMAC MICOM MICOM OVERHEAD MULTIELMAC DOOR...
  • Page 113 3. Place height adapters proper peg using suggested combinations or by lining up the height adapters transmitter button on your garage and the door opener. 4. Use the Velcro@ found in the storage area and attach the garage door opener securely inside the console. Line up the transmitter button with the height adapters.

  • Page 115: Ashtrays And Cigarette Lighter

    Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter NOTICE:. Front Ashtray If you hold a cigarette lighter i n with your hand front center ashtray may be 'lifted out for cleaning. away while it is heating, it won't be able to back Rear Ashtray from the heating element when it's ready.

  • Page 116: Illuminated Visor- Vanity Mirror

    Illuminated Visor- Vanity Mirror An auxili-iuy power receptacle is located an the lower right side of the console. When the ignition is on, ‘you can plug .in accessories requiring electrical power. your Riviera has no console, the auxiliaq power receptacle is opposite thehgarette lighter in ashtrav area.
  • Page 117 your vehicle has the astroroof option, the switch is on the roof between the sun visors. It, will open astroroof when the ignition is on, or when retained accessory power is active. To fully open the glass panel and sunshade, press the switch rearward release.
  • Page 118 P a r t This device complies with 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 120: The Instrument Panel

    The Instrument Panel...
  • Page 121 Your instrument p,anel is designed to let you know at a 11. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever glance how your car is running. You’U know how fast 12. Steering Wheel Touch Controls for Audio/Climate much fuel you’re going, how you’re using, and many Control System other things yo-u’ll need to know to drive safely and 13.
  • Page 122 Your Buick is equipped with this instrument panel cluster. It includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on- the foU.owing gages.
  • Page 123 Tachometer Your' your speed in both miles speedometer lets you see The tachometer tells (kmh). per hour (mph) and kilometers per how Your how fast ehgine odometer shows how far your vehicle has been .driven, mnriing. It displays engine in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers speed .in revolutiolis per (wed Canada).
  • Page 124 When the key is turned to RUN or START, a chime will come on for about eight seconds to fe-d people to fasten their safety belts. The safety belt light^ will also come on and stay on for about 70 seconds. If the driver's belt is already buckled, neither the chime nor the light will come on.

  • Page 125: Battery Light

    START. If the light stays on, your vehicle needs service light Then should take your Buick the dealer at once. To save should go out. This rne.ans AIR BAG your battery until you get there, turn off ‘all accessories, the system is ready.
  • Page 126 Buick’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two pasts. 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 127 With the anti-lock brake system, this light will come This warning light should on when you start your come on briefly as you start engine may stay on for the engine. If the warning several seconds. That’s light doesn’t come on then, TRACTION normal.
  • Page 128 Engine Coolant ,Temperature Warning may come on The traction control system warning light for the following reasons: Light If you the system off by pressing the T M C t u r n This light tells you that your CONT button located on the instrument panel, the engine coolant has warning light will come on and stay on.
  • Page 129 Your vehicle has a gage that When this light comes on, shows the engine coolant the cooling system is. low on temperature. If the gage coolant. As a bulb check, it pointer moves into the red will come on for two to €o.ur area, your engine is too hot! seconds and then go CQOLANT...

  • Page 130: Service Engine Soon

    M.alfu.nctian 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 controks may not monitors operation of the work as well, your fuel economy may not be as fuel, ignition and emission good and your engine may not run as smoothly.
  • Page 131 If the Light Is On Steady the Light I$- Flashing emission serious You may be able to correct the system The following may prevent’more damage to your vehicle: malfunction by considering the following: Reduce vehicle speed. Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water? If so, Avoid hard accelerations.

  • Page 133: Check Oil

    Oil Level Light The CHECK OIL LEVEL light is lit two to four Don’t keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If seconds as a bulb check you do, your engine can .become so hot that it each time the ignition key is CHECK OIL turned to the RUNposition.
  • Page 134 Fuel Gage .The fuel gage shows about When the ignition is on, this how much fuel is in your light will stay until both tank. doors closed and completely latched. DOOR AJAR FUEL. only when the ignition is on. When the It works nears indicator...
  • Page 135 Here are some concerns some owners have had about Low Fuel Light the fuel gage. Al1,these situations are normal A yellow light near the indicate nothing wrong with the fuel gage. Empty (E) mark on' the fuel. At the gas station, the gas pump shuts off before the gage comes.
  • Page 136 2-75...
  • Page 137 NOTES...

  • Page 138: Comfort Controls

    The outside temperature is moving. comfort control systems and audio systems offered reading is most accurate when the vehicle with your Buick. During stops, the display shows the previous temperature for best accuracy and system control. Comfort Controls This section describes how to operate your climate control system.
  • Page 140 The ventilation system always allows fresh .air to flow AIR IFLOW: This button is used to change the direction through your Buick when the vehicle is. moving even of the airflow. The airflow choices available are FLOOR, with the system in the OFF mode.
  • Page 141 Air Condiwdning On very hot days, open the windows long enough to let the hot a i r out. This reduces the.tirne require.d to c o d the interior of the vehicle a comfortable level. If the system is in the AUT.0 mode on very hot days, the system will automatically enter the RECIRC mode and the temperature door will be positioned at the full cold position for maximum cooling.

  • Page 143: Defogging And Defrosting

    Ventilation Tips Rear Window Defogger free of Keep the hood and front air inlet ice, snow or The lines you see on the any other obstruction such as leaves. The heater and rear window warm the defroster will work better, reducing the chance glass.
  • Page 144 $teering Wheel Controls for Climate Passenger Zone Comfort Control :ontroll (Option) If your Buick has this feature, you can control the temperature comfort setting by using the control button on your steering wheel, T E M P : Press either arrow once and the current comfort The front seat passenger can control the air temperature setting will be displayed.

  • Page 145: Audio Systems

    main Push .the button control panel once to AM-FM Sfereo with Cassette Tape .and turn off this part of the system. Compact Disc Player with Automatic Tone Control Audio Systems 'Your Delco@ audio system has been designed to operate :easily and give years of listening pleasure. You will get &e most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself .with it first.'Find out what your Delco system can do band how to operate...
  • Page 146 PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let RECALL: Press this button briefly to recall the station being played or to display the clock. To change what is you.return to your favorite stations.. can set U p to 18 stations (six AM, six FMl and six FM2). normally shown on the display (station or- time), press the RECALL button until you see the display...
  • Page 147 FADE: T u r n Setting the Tone Press this button lightly so it extends. knob to move the sound to the front or rear speakers. BASS: T u r n Press this knob lightly so it extends. Use the middle position to balance these speakers. Push Push knob to increase or decrease bass.
  • Page 149 Playing a Campact Disc NEXT (2): Press this button to go to the next track. If you hold the button press it more than once, the Insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The player will continue moving forward through the disc. player will pull it in.
  • Page 150 EJECT Press this button to remove the disc. The radio NOTE: you allow more than 15 seconds to elapse will play. between any steps, the radio automatically reverts to time and you must start the procedure over at Step 4. Theft-Deterrent Featvre from Write down any three or four-digit number...
  • Page 151 Disabling the. ThefbDe$errent .Feature Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than .Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than seconds between steps: 15 seconds between steps: T u r n the ignition to the ACCESSQRY.or RUN 1..
  • Page 153 NOTICE: Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player, @B radio, mobile telephone or two-way radio be sure you can add what you want. If you can, it's very important to do it properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle's engine, Delco radio or other systems, and even damage them.
  • Page 154 You may also choose a non-scrubbing action, wet-type cleaner which uses a cassette with a-fabric belt to clean A tape player that is. not cleaned regularly can cause the tape head. This type of cleaning cassette will not reduced sound quality, mined cassettes or a damaged eject.
  • Page 155 NOTICE: Your power antema will look its best and work well if it's cleaned from time to time. To clean the antenna Belfore entering an automatic. car wash, turn off mast: your radio to make the power antenna go down. Turn on the ignition and radio to raise the antenna.
  • Page 156 NOTES...

  • Page 158: Section 4 Your D,Riving And The .Road

    The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your Buick: Buckle up. (See “Safety Belts” in the Index.) Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads or freeways, it means “always expect the unexpected.”...
  • Page 159 Dramken Driving The obvious way to solve this highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol -and then drive. But Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is what if people do? How much is “too much” if the national tragedy.
  • Page 160 The BAC will be over 0.10 percent after three to six.drinks one hour). Of course, as we've seen, it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks, and how quickly the person drinks them. drive is affected well below a BAC of' But the ability 0.10 percent.
  • Page 163 Anti-Lock B .kes Your vehicle has aftti-lock brakes ( A B S ) . ABS i s -an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid. When you start your engine and begin to drive away, your anti-lock brake system will check itself. You may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this test is going on, and you may even notice that your brake pedal moves a little.’...
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  • Page 165 conditions allow you to safely use it again, you may re-engage the cruise control. (See “Cruise Control” the Index.) When the’ system is on,, this warning light wifl come on to let you know if there’s a problem with your traction TRACT I control system.

  • Page 166: Braking In Emergencies

    turn the system off, Steering press the TRAC CONT Power Steering button located on the i n s t m e n t panel. 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 167 Your Buick can perform very well in emergencies like these. First apply your brakes. (See "Braking in Emergencies" earlier in this section.) It is better to remove as much. speed as you can from a possible collision.

  • Page 168: Off-Road Recovery

    Off-Road Recovery You may find sometime that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a-road.onto the shoulder while you’re driving. An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o’clock positions, you can turn it a hll180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand.
  • Page 169 Passing Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For m e thing, The driver of a vehicle’about to pass another on a following too closely rkduces your area of vision, two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, especially if you’re following a larger vehicle.

  • Page 170: Loss Of Control

    Even though the brake lamps are not flashing, h a y be slowjng down or starting to turn. The three types of skids correspond to your Buick’s three control systems. In the braking skid, your wheels If you’re being passed, make it easy for the aren’t rolling.

  • Page 171: Driving At Night

    Driving at Night you do not have traction control, or if the system is off, then an acceleration skid is also best handled by easing your foot the accelerator pedal. If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off the acceierator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle If you start steering quickly enough, your...

  • Page 172: Night Vision

    Here are some tips on night driving. Drive defensively. Don’t drink and drive. Adjust your inside rearview to reduce the mirror 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 174 Wet brakes can cause accidents. They won’t work well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side. You could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle sf water or a carwash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally.

  • Page 176: City Driving

    ,City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here ase ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going.

  • Page 177: Freeway Driving

    Freeway Driving The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same _- speed most of the other drivers are driving. Too-fast or too-slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow. Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane.
  • Page 178 Here are some things you can check be€ore a trip: Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are all windows clean inside and outside? Wiper Blades: Are they good shape? Fuel, Engine OiZ, Other Fluids: Have you checked all levels? Lamps: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean? Tires: They are vitally important to a safe,...

  • Page 179: Hill And Mountain Roads

    Hiehv Hill and Mountain Roads Is there acmauy sucn a conamon as “highway hypnosis”? 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 of the tires the same scenery, along with the hum road, the drone of the engine, andthe rush of the wind...
  • Page 180 you drive ,regularly steep country, or if‘ you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make yourtrips safer and more enjoyable. Keep y o u vehicle good shape. Check all fluid levels. downhill NEUTRAL Coasthg with the also the brakes, tires, cooling system and trmsaxle.

  • Page 181: Winter Driving

    Here are some tips €or winter driving: couple of reflective warning triangles. And, you will Have your Buick in good shape for winter. driving under severe conditions, include a small bag You may want to put winter emergency supplies of sand, a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags your trunk.

  • Page 182: Driving On Snow Or Ice

    Driving on Snow or Ice What’s worst time this? “Wet ice.” Vev 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 road probably have good traction.

  • Page 185: Loading Your Vehicle

    Loading Your Vehicle as you must. This saves Run your engine only as long run the engine, make it go a little faster fuel. When than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. This TIRE-LOADING INFQRMATION uses less h e 1 for the heat that get and it keeps the OCCUPANTS VEHIC.LE CAP.
  • Page 187 Its automatic you don't need to your warranty. To pull a trailer correctly, follow anything. adjust the advice in this part, and see your Buick dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle.
  • Page 188 If You Do Decide T O Pull A Trailer Your vehicle can tow a trailer if it is equipped with the 3800 (L36) engine or Supercharged (L67) engine and If you do, here are some important points: proper trailer towing equipment. To identify what the vehicle traileritlg capacity is for your vehcle, you should read the information in “Weight of the Trailer”...
  • Page 189 Weight of’ the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to meashre because it affects the total capacity.- .’ weight of your vehicle. The capaGity weight inclndii @e curb weight of the vehicle, my cargo you may carry riding in the vehicle.
  • Page 190 IHit-ches Itgs important to have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large tracks going by and rough:roads are a few'reasons why you'll need the right hitch. Here are some rules to follow:...

  • Page 191: Trailer Brakes

    Safety Chains Driving with a Trailer always You should attach chains between your vehicle Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience, and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue Before setting out the open road, y0u711 want to get of the ,trailer so that the’...
  • Page 192 trailer, &e wider turns When you’re turning with , t h a n nomal. Do thzs so your trailer won’t strike soft shoulders, curbs, road sign$, trees or other- objgts. Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers. Signal well in advance.

  • Page 193: Driving On Grades

    When You Are Ready to Leave After Driving On Grades- Hi11 Parking-on Reduce speed and shift t0.a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade. If don't shift 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down down, you might have to so much that use your brakes...
  • Page 194 NOTES...

  • Page 196: Problems On The Road

    Section 5 Problems on the Road ’ Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that Your hazard wamihg flashers let you warn others. They can occur an the road. also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps.

  • Page 197: Other Warning Devices

    -another vehicle and some cables to start your Buick. But please.use the following steps to do it safely. 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have ‘a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system. NOTICE: NOTICE: Ignoring these.
  • Page 198 You wouldn’t be able to that aren’t needed as well as radios. This will avoid your Buick, and the bad grounding could sparks and help save both batteries. In addition, it start damage the electrical systems.
  • Page 200 7. Don’t let the oiher end touch metal. Connect it to the terminal of the good battery. Use a positive remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one. (+> 6. Connect the red positive cable to the remote terminal of the vehicle with the positive dead battery.
  • Page 202 10. Now startthe vehicle with the go.od battery anda-un the engine for a whde. T r y start the vehicle with the dead battery. won’t start after a €ew tries, it probably needs service.. 12. Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting.
  • Page 203 To help avoid in ry to you or others: in a vehicle that is Never let passengers ride being towed. Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds. Never tow with damaged p-arts not fully secured. Never get under your vehicle after it has been lifted by the tow truck.
  • Page 206 Re-ar Towing- Tuw Limits 55 mph (88 kmlh), 500 miles (800 k m ) Attach T-hook chains to the T-hook slots the bottom of the floor pan just ahead of the rear wheels on Attach a separate safety chaiti around the outboard end arm.

  • Page 208: Engine Overheating

    Engine Overheating ,CAurpPON: You will find a c0oiant temperature gage and the warning light about hot engine on your hstmnent panel. Steam from an overheated engine can burn you If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it.
  • Page 209 I€ you no longer have tlqe overheat warning; you 'can drive. Just to be safe, drive slower far about 10 minutes. If the warning doesn't come back on, you drive normally. If'the wafning conthues, .pull over, stop and paxk your vehicle right away.
  • Page 210 When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what, you’ll see: when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. If’ the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, don’t do anything, else until it cools down.
  • Page 211 Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Don't touch them. IPyou do, you can be burned. Don't run the engine if there is a,leak. I f you run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could cause an engine fire, and you could be'burned.
  • Page 212 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant NOTICE: Recovery Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level In cold weather, water ,can freeze and crack the 50/50 mixture of.clean isn’t at FULL COLD, add engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. water (preferably distilled) and DEX-COOL Use the recommended coolant and the proper (orange-colored, silicate-fkee) antifxeeze at the coolant...
  • Page 214 Steam and scalding liquids from hot cooling system can blow and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if p u turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed. Never turn the cap when the .cooIing system, including the radiator pressure cap, hot.

  • Page 215: How To Add Coolant To The Radiator

    How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, 1. You can remove but now push down the radiator as you turn it. .pressure cap when Remove the the cooling system, pressure cap. including the radiator pressure cap.
  • Page 216 Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the Then fill the coolant recovery to FULL COLD. tank upper radiator hose hot. Watch out for the getting cap back Put the on the coolant .recovery tank; but engine fans leave the radiator pressure cap off.
  • Page 217 8. Then replace the pressure cap. At It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, any time dulring this especially if you maintain your tires properly. I€ a i r goes. procedure if out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly.

  • Page 218: Changing A Flat Tire

    Changing Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid fiuther tire and wheel damage Turn on your hazard by driving slowly to a level place. warning flashers. Changing a.tire can cause an injury. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people.
  • Page 219 Removing ,the Sp,a.re Tire and Tools Turn the center retaining bolt on the spare tire cover counterclockwise to remove it, then lift and remove the tire cover. Remove the wheel wrench and jack from the jack Turn container. the spare tire retainer bolt counterclockwise and remove the retainer assembly.
  • Page 220 The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A) and wheel Your Buick has q wheel cover which .mus$ be taken off wrench (B). to reach the wheel nuts. the hooked end of Insert wrench into the notch the center c0v.a. Pry czirefully,...

  • Page 221: Spare Tire

    Removing the Fia-t Tire and Installing the Rotate the wheel wrench clockwise to raise Spare Tire the jack lift head a few inches. 7.5 INCHES 1. Using the wheel wrench, loosen sill the wheel nuts. Don't remove them yet. 2. Insert the pointed end of the wheel wrench into slot on the jack to create a-jack handle.
  • Page 222 4. Near each wheel well is a notch in the frame to position the jack head. You’ll find the word JACK and an m o w stamped into the plastic near each notch. Position the jack under the.vehicle and raise jack head it fits firmly against the sheet.
  • Page 223 7.- Remove rust dirt from the wheel bolts, CAUTIO mounting surfaces and spare wheel. Never use oil or grease on studs or If yon nuts. do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could .fall off, causing serious accident. - 8 . Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface.
  • Page 224 9. Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. .Tighten each nut 10. Lower the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely.
  • Page 225 11. Using the wheel NOTICE: wrench, tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead as. shown. brake pulsation and rotor damage. To-avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper-sequence and to the proper torque specification.
  • Page 226 The compact spare is for temporary use only. Replace the compact spare tire with a full size tire as soon as you can. See “Compact Spare Tire” the Index. See the storage instructions label to replace your compact spare into your trunk properly. Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in- the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury.

  • Page 228: If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud

    If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, ~ c e or snow What you don’t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as as the vehicle well...
  • Page 229 NOTES 5-34...

  • Page 230: Section 6 Service And Appearance' Care

    We hope you’ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Here you will find information about yo’ur Buick. This section begins with service and fuel Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: infomation, and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels.
  • Page 231 If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll want to get the proper Buick Service Manual. It tells you much more about how to service your Buick than this You can be injurea and your vehicle could be manual can. To order the.proper service manual, see damaged if you try to do service work on a “Service and Owner Publications”...
  • Page 232 Fuel If you have the 3.8L supercharged Code 1 en.@ne, in an emergency, you may be able to use a lower octane' low as 87 if heavy knocking does not occur. I f you are using 91 or higher octane unleaded gasoline and you still hear heavy knocking, your engine needs service.
  • Page 234 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 The cap is behind a hinged door on the left side of your vehicle.
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  • Page 237 ctn, turn it to the right When you-put-the cap back until you hear at least three clicks. Make sure you fully install the cap. NOTICE: An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine not running.

  • Page 238: Hood Release

    Hood Release Pull the handle inside the vehicle to open the hood. The handle is located the lower left side of the instrument panel, next to the parking brake release. Then go to the front of the vehicle and locate the secondary hood release.
  • Page 239 3800 Supercharged (L67) Engine (Option) When you open the hood on the 3800 Supercharged engine, here’s what you will see (3800 Non-Supercharged (L36) engirie similar):...
  • Page 240 I. Air Cleaner Your vehicle may have a 3800 Supercharged engine. The power steering pump uses a remote reservoir Buick chose supercharging rather than turbocharging mounted on the throttle and cruise. control cable bracket. because Buick emphasizes smooth, refined power.

  • Page 242: Checking Engine Oil

    Checking Engine Oil When to Add Oil I f the ojl .is at .or below the-ADD mark, then you’ll need to Pull oat the ,dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or add some oil. But you must use the f-ight kind. This part cloth, then push back in all the way.

  • Page 243: What Kind Of Oil To Use

    What Kind of Oil to Use RECOMMENDED SA€ VISCOSITY GRBDE ENGINE OILS Oils recommended for your veEcle can be identified by FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTIN/, SELECT THE LOWEST looking for the “Starburst” symbol. This symbol SAE VlSEOSlTY GRAD€ QlL FOR W E EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE. indicates that the oil has been certified bjr the American Petroleum Institute (MI).

  • Page 244: Engine Oil Additives

    7,500 miles (12 500 or 12 months whichever lun) Don’t add anything to your oil. Your Buick dealer is occurs first. Driving a vehicle with fully warmed ready to advise if you think something should be added. engine under highway conditions causes engine o i l to break down slower.
  • Page 245 What to Da with Used Oil Ai-r Ckaner know that used engine oil contains certain Did you elements that may be unhealthy for your skin could oil stay on your skin even cause cancer? Don’t let used for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, or good hand cleaner.
  • Page 246 Remove the air cieaner assembly as follows: 1. Remove the air duct clamp and separate the duct from the air cleaner cover. .Operating the engine with the cleaner off 2. Remove- the air cleaner cover -and detach the can cause -you or othe~rs to be burned. The air electrical connectoL cleaner not only cleans the air, it stops flames if %ov~$ ~ o w ~ B...

  • Page 247: Supercharger Oil

    Supercharger Oil Check and Add Oil. Check oil only when the engine is cold. Allow the Unless, you &re technically engine to cool two to three hours after running. qualified and have the proper tools, you should let ,your dealer or a qualified sefvice center perform this maintenance.

  • Page 250: How To Add Fluid

    A 50/50 mixture of water tmd the proper coolmt for a pint It doesn’t take much fluid, generally less than your Buick will: (0.5 L). Don’t overfill. We recommend you use only Give freezing protection down to -34°F (-37.OC). fluid labeled DEXRON@-III, because fluid yith that z? ”...
  • Page 251 ‘When adding coolant it is important that you use Adding only plain water to your coolin#pystem DEX-COOL (orange-colored, silicate-free) can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other coolant meeting GM Specification 6277M. liquid like alcohol, can boil before the proper If silicated coolant is added to the system, coolant mix will.

  • Page 252: Checking Coolant

    Checking Coolant NOTICE: If you use an improper coolant mix, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn’t be covered your warranty. Too much water in the mix can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core.and other parts.. If you have to add coolant more than four times a year, have your deder check your cooling system.

  • Page 253: Low Coolant Level

    When your engine is cold, the coolant level s h o J be at. FILL COLD or a little higher. When your engine is warm, the level should be up to FULL HOT or a little higher. Turning the-radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and I f this light comes on, scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly.

  • Page 254: Power Steering Fluid

    Power Steering Fluid NOTICE: Your radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck.

  • Page 255: What To Use

    What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubxicants” in the Index. Always use the proper fluid. Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks -and damage hoses and seals? Windshield- Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read...

  • Page 257: Brake Fluid

    Brakes system since a leak that .or later your fixed, means sooner won't 'brakes work well, ,or ,won't work a l l . Brake Fluid So, it isn't a good idea to "top ofF' your bra3se.fluid. Adding brake fluid won't correct a leak. If you,add fluid when your linings are worn, then you'll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings.

  • Page 259: Brake Wear

    Vehicles we design and test have top-quality GM brake NOTICE: parts in them, as your Buick does when it is new. When you replace parts of your braking system for example,...
  • Page 261 icle Storage I f yau’,re not going. to drive €or 25 days your vehicle more, take off the black, negative cable from ’the battery. This will -help keep your battery from down. running Batteries have acid that can burn you that can explode.
  • Page 263 4. Remove the filter, The left low-beam headlamp access area is behind and between the high beam area and the air cleaner. 5. Slide the air cleaner assembly toward the engine to disengage 'and remove it. To reinstall the air cleaner assembly, slide the base sections into their former positions.
  • Page 264 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 €allows: The vehicle must have all four tires on a perfectly level surface.
  • Page 265 NOTICE: To make sure your headlamps are aimed It is recommended that the upper limit not exceed plus properly, read all the instructions before 0.4 degrees from the center of the bubble. Other drivers beginning. Failure to follow these instructions may flash their bright lights at you if your adjustment is...
  • Page 267 Taillamps 2. Remove the plastic wing nuts that hold the taillamp assembly in place. 1. Remove the screws that secure the tmnk over t r i m the taillamp area. 6-38...
  • Page 268 4. Remove the bulb socket assembly by squeezing the Pull the taillamp assembly away from the vehcle carefully, to avoid scratching the paint. The taillamp plastic lock and turning it one-quarter turn has safety straps to help you hold the assembly while counterclockwise.
  • Page 269 Keep tires at the recommended pressure. We don’t make tires. Your new Buick comes with Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If your I€ ‘.high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer.
  • Page 270 Inflation Tire’ Pressure NOT1C.E: (Continued) The Tire-Loading Information label which is located on the r e a 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 271: Tire Inspection And Rotation

    Tire Inspection and Rotation When rotating your tires, always use- the correct rotation pattern shown-here. Tires should be inspected every 6,000 to 8,000 miles Don’t include the compact spare tire in your tire k r n ) (10 000 to 13 000 for any signs of unusual wear.
  • Page 272 'to tell when it's You need.a new tire if any of the following statements are true: You can see the indicators three or more places around the tire. You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire's rubber. The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric.
  • Page 273 Unifsrm The following infomation relates to the system- .dev&ped by the Ui-rited States National Highway...

  • Page 276: Tire Chains

    Some are Laundry S-oap dangerous you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything from a container to clean your Bleach Buick, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s warnings. Reducing Agents 6-47...

  • Page 277: Cleaning The Inside Of Your Bnick

    Always clean a whole trim , d i r t . surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines. Your Buick dealer has. two GM cleaners, a solvent-type spot lifter and a foam-type powdered cleaner. They will Mix Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the clean normal spots and stains very well.
  • Page 278 Using Solvent-Type Cleaner on Fabric asphalt will stain Shoe-polish, crayon, t a r . i f - left on a vehicle’s’ seat-fabric. They should be removed First, see if you have to use solvent-type cleaner at all. as soon as possible. Be careful, because the cleaner ’...

  • Page 279: Cleaning Leather

    and even make it difficult to see through the windshield Cleaning Vin.yl under certain.condiths . . . Use warm water and a clean cloth. C aning Wood Panels Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. may have to do it more than once. Use a clean cloth moistened warm, soapy water (use rnild dish washing soap).

  • Page 280: Cleaning The Outside- Of The -Windshield .And Wiper Blades

    Care dSafety 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 .or other material may be on the blade or wkdshield.
  • Page 281 Exterior painted, suwfaces. are subject to aging, weather and chemical-fallout that can take their tall over a period. of years. You can help to keep the paint finish ‘looking new- by keeping your Buick garaged or covered whenever possible.

  • Page 282: Sheet Metal Damage

    Aluminum or Ghronne Wheels Tires. Keep your wheels clean using soft clean cloth with To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner. mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft- clean towel. A wax NOTICE: may then be applied.

  • Page 283: Chemical Paint Spotting

    Although no defect in the paint job causes this, Buick will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within...

  • Page 284: Appearance Care Materials Chart

    Appearance Care Materials Chart NUMBER PART SIZE DESCRIPTION USAGE 2.75 sq. ft. 1050004 Shines vehicle without scratching Cham T a r 1050172 (0.473 and ‘Road Oil Remover 16 Also removes old waxes adpolishes 1052918** 8 oz. (0.237 L> Armor Protector Protects vinyl, leather...

  • Page 285: Engine Identification

    This the legal identifier for your Buick. It appe.ars an special equipment. plate in the front comer of the instrument panel, on the Be. sure that this label is not removed from the,vehicle.

  • Page 286: Electrical System

    Electrical System Add-on El -.-tried Equipment NOTICE: Don’t add anything electrical to your Buick unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can 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 287 Instrument Panel Fuse Block OXYGEN C.0NT SENSOR CRUISE There is a fuse panel located at the end of the instrument CNTRL panel near the driver's door. CLNG There is an underhood electrical center and two other fuse panels located under the rear seat. W A C C/LTR BLOWER...
  • Page 288 Fuse Usage Fuse Usage AkBag Cruise Control Injectors Perimeter 'Lights Not Used Anti-Lock Brake System Not Used Left Exterior Lamps Radio Turn Signal Lamps Cooling Oxygen Sensor Not Used Climate Control Not Used Right Exterior Lamps Windshield Wipers HVAC Relay Not Used Auxiliary Power Cigarette Lighter...
  • Page 289 Fuse Usage Air Conditioning Compressor Not Used Not Used Horn Not Used Not Used Coaling Cooling Fan #3 COOLING CQOLING FAN #3 Cooling Fan. A B S Main AESPurnp Motor Not Used Horn Flash-To-.Pass...
  • Page 290 Fuse Usage ‘ Open TRUNK OPEN ’ Electronic Level Control D/DOOR OPEN Tmnk Release Relay F’pMp UNLOCK Not Used Fuel Pump Relay Driver Door Unlock Relay DEFG Not Used 7-10 Rear Defogger Relay (Lower Zone) Ndt Used OPEN spaxe Spare Spaxe Not Used 17-22...
  • Page 291 Under Rear Seat Fuse Block Fuse Usage Spare Open Breaker Power Windows/Sunroof Spare Open OPEN Spare Open Breaker Power Seats Spare 12-13 Open Power Steering Breaker-Headlarnps HVAC Blower Motor Powertrain Control ModulelPASS-Key Ignition 3 Ignition 1 Rear Defogger Trunk and Fuel Door Releases Heated Seat...
  • Page 292 Rem0vin.g the Rear Seat 'Cushion Fuse Usage Electronic Level and main To access the battery fuse boxes, the rear seat Control/lnstrument Panel. must cushion be removed. 'You wish to have your Exterior Lamps. dealer do this for you. Open ~~~~ Power Door Locks N'OTICE: Interior Lamps...
  • Page 293 To Reinstall the Rear Seat Cushion all, it won't be there to work for the next passenger. The person sitting in that position could be badly injured. After reinstalling the seat cushion, always c.heck to be sure. that the safety belts are properly routed and are not twisted.
  • Page 295 6-66...
  • Page 296 Air Conditioning Refrigel ints Not all air conditioning refrigerants, are the same. If the conditioning .system in your vehicle needs refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant is used. If you’re not sure, ask your Buick dealer. 6-67...

  • Page 297: Engine Specifications

    Engine Specifications Engine ........VLN Engine Code ..........Type ........Displacement 3.8L 3.8L ........Horsepower 240-hp 205-hp ........ Firing Order 1-6-5-4-3-2 1-6-.5-4-3-2 ..... 195°F (91°C) Thermostat Temperature 195°F (91 " C ) .
  • Page 298 Belt (L36) Supercharged E.ngine Acces-sory Belt, (267) Engine Acce;, D P ” ~ The Supercharged 3800 engine uses two accessory drive The 3800 (L36) engine uses an engine ‘accessory belt. belts, One belt drives the generator, power steering This diagram shows the features connected by the belt pump, coolant pump and air conditioning compressor.

  • Page 300: Your Vehicle And The Environment

    This section covers the maintenance required for your affect the quality of the,air we breathe. Improper fluid Buick. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level safety, dependability and emission control performance.
  • Page 301 into parts: remainder of this section is divided five CLPart A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” shows what -to have done and how often. Some of these services can be complex, so unless you technicauy and have the qualifibd necessary equipment, you should your dealer’s service department or another qualified service center...
  • Page 302 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance The proper fluids and lubricants Listed i n P a r t uses Make sure whoever services your vehicle Services these. All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you anyone else drives the vehicle.
  • Page 305 Change engine oil and filter (or every The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 should be performed after 100,000 miles 3 m.onths, whichever occurs first). k m ) at the same intervals. An Emission Control Senice. $' The U.S.
  • Page 306 Short Trip/City Maintenance .Schedule 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) 9,000 Miles (15 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Emission Control Sewice.

  • Page 307: Short Trip/C.ity Maintenance S~Chedule

    Short Trip/C.ity Maintenance S~chedule 15,000 Miles (25.000 k-_ 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 €irst). An EmisSiopz Control Service. An Emissiulz Cuntrol Service.
  • Page 308 Short Trip/City ‘Maintenance Schedule 18,OOO.Miles (30 000 km) 21,000 Miles (35 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter. (or every 3 months,--whichever occurs first). 3 months, whchever occurs first). An Emission Conrrol Service. An Emission Control Service.
  • Page 309 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) 27,000 Miles (45 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months., whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs' first). An Eiizission Control Service. An Emission Control Service.
  • Page 310 Miles (50 000 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 needed (or every 36 months, whichever. occurs An Emission Control Service. first). See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricate the suspension and steering Lubricants”...
  • Page 311 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service.
  • Page 312 Short ‘TripJCity Maintenance Sc-hedule 42,000 Miles (70 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or-every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emissign Control AQ Emission Control Service. Service. Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage, transaxle shift linkage, parking brake cable guides and the underbody...
  • Page 314 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) Change automatic transaxle fluid 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 c-onditions: An Emission Control Service.
  • Page 315 Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter- (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever ocwrs ‘first), An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Sewice. Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage, transaxle shift linkage, parking. brake cable guides and the underbody contact points -and linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first).
  • Page 318 Short "rip/City Maintenance Schedule 69,000 Miles (115 000 km) 72,000 Miles (120 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service.
  • Page 319 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 75,000 Miles (125 000 kh). 78,000 Miles (130 000 km) Change engine ail and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control-Service-. An Emisiion Control Service.
  • Page 320 Short Tri.p/City 11Maintenance Schedule 81,000 Miles. (135 000 km) 84,000 Miles (140 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine- oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emissiun Control Service. An Emission Control Service.

  • Page 321: Change. Engine Oil And .Filter

    Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule 81,000 Miles (145 000 km) 90,000 Miles (150 000 kmj Change engine oil and filter (or every Change. engine oil and .filter (or every 3 ,months, whichever 0ccur.s first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emissisn Control Service. An Emission Control Service.
  • Page 322 Short TripjCity Maintenance Schedule 93,000 Miles (155 000 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 An Emission Control Service.
  • Page 323 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 99,000.Miles (165 000 km) 9ti90O0 Miles (I60 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3, months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Se.rvice..

  • Page 325: Long ,Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule

    Long ,Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule The services shown i n this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 kmj should be-perfomed after 100,000~miles k m ) same (166 000 at the intervals.
  • Page 326 TriplHighway daintenance Schedule L U I I ~ Is,OOO Miles (25 000 km) 22,50@ Miles (37 500 kmj Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and.filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first), 12 months, whichever occurs first). Emission Control Service.
  • Page 327 30,000. Miles (50 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Inspect fuel tzmk, cap and lines for damage or leaks.-.hspect fuei cap gasket 12 months, whichever occurs first). for any damage. Replace parts .as needed. An Emission Controi Service. An Emissim Control Service.
  • Page 328 Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) 45,OOO’Miles (75 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or ‘every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice. An Emission Control Service.
  • Page 329 mg TriplHighway -Maintenance Schedl 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter Change engine oil filter (or every [ 7 . if the vehicle is mainly driven under, one or 12 months, whichevex occurs first). more of these conclitions: Emission Control Service.
  • Page 330 Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedulc 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Inspect engine accessory drive belt,. Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice, ’ An Emission Control Service. Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Lubricate the suspension and steering Service.
  • Page 331 Long TsiplRighway Maintenance Schedule 67,500,8Miles (112 500 km) 75,000 Miles (125 000 Change, engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 12 months, whichever oc-curs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service.
  • Page 332 -Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedulr 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 12 months, whichever occurs. first). An Emission Control Service. An' Emissiovl Control Service.
  • Page 333 Long Trip/Highway M’aintenance Schedulc 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) Inspect-fuel tank, cap and lines for damage Change engine oil and filter every or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any 12 months, whichever occurs first). as needed. dmage. Replace parts .Ah Emission Coritvol Service.
  • Page 334 Long ‘I’rip/Highway Maintenance Scheduh 100,000 Miles (1 66 000 km) Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter every 60 months since last service, if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or whichever occurs first). See “Engine more of these conditions: Coolant’’...

  • Page 336: At Least Twice A Year

    At Least Twice a Year Body Lubrication Seryice body door hinges. Also lubricate Lubricate a l l hinges Restraint System Check and latches, incluchg those for the hood, glove box door, Make sure’ the safety belt reminder light and all your console door and any,folding .seat hardware.
  • Page 337 Steering Column Lock Check When you are doing this check, the vehicle could While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be each shift lever position. the key to LOCK injured.
  • Page 338 Parking Brake and Adtomatic "ransaxle PARK (P) Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing set the Mechanism Ch.wk downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, parking brake. To check the parking brake: With the engine running and transaxle in .NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal.
  • Page 339 :ne& the exhaust system. Lookfor broken, damaged,...
  • Page 340 Part D: Recommended Fluids and USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Lubricants GM Part No. 3634621 or Coolant NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, Supplement equivalent with a complete flush part number or specification may be obtained from your Sealer and refill. GM dealer.
  • Page 341 USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT USAGE FLUD/LUBRICANT Lubriplate Lubricant aerosol (GM Supercharger Oil (GM P-art Hood Latch Superch-ager Part No. 12346293 or equivalent) Assembly, No. 12345982). “Supercharger Oil” in the Index. Pivots, Spring or lubricant meeting. requirements 2, Category LB or Anchor and of NLGI Grade Chassis Chassis lubricant (GM Part...

  • Page 342: Maintenance Record

    Any additional information from “Owner Checks and Part E: .Maintenance ‘Record Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on After the scheduled services are performed, record the the-following record pages. Also, you should retain all date, odometer reading and who performed the service maintenance receipts.
  • Page 343 Maintenance Record...
  • Page 344 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED .READING...
  • Page 345 Maintenance Record MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-46...

  • Page 346: Customer Satisfaction Procedure

    Sectir: 8 Custc Assistance Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Here you will-find out how to contact,Buick if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. This section includes information on:...
  • Page 347 Canada, call .help outside of the United States 'and the following numbers appropriate: Mexico: (525) 625-3256 In Puerto Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish) the U.S. Virgin .Islands: 1-800-496-9994 In the Dominican Republic: 1-800-751-4135 (English) 1-860-751-4136 (Spanish) In the Bahamas: 1-800-389-QO09 Bermuda, Barbado.s, Antigua andthe British Virgin Islands: 1-800-53-4-0122 other Caribbmn countries: 1-809-763-1319...

  • Page 348: Custolner Assistance For Text Telephone, (Tty) Users

    To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or through the windshield!) speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Dealership name and location Buick has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can commuriicate with Vehicle delivery date and present mileage (TTY Buick by diahg: 1 -800-83-BUICK.
  • Page 349 Buick Motor Division. is proud to offer Buick Roadside Assistance to customers for vehicles covered under the 36 month/36,000 mile new- car warranty (whichever occurs first).

  • Page 350: Courtesy Transportation

    Buick retail customers with: Reimbursement toward a loaner vehicle, courtesy Buick Motor Division, for up to five clays for vehicles requiring overnight warranty repairs. Also, reimbursement up to $30 a day (five days maximum) may be available for the co-st of a rental car, bus or even a cab.
  • Page 351 BBB AUTO LINE is an out-of-court program administered by the Better Business Bureau system, to settle disputes between customers and automobile manufacturers. This program is available free of charge to customers who currently own or lease a GM vehicle. If you are not satisfied after following the Customer Satisfaction Procedure, you may contact the BBB using the toll-free telephone number, or ,write them at the following address:...

  • Page 352: Reporting Safety Defects To The United States Government

    REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehcle has a defect which could cause a crash or coyld cause injury or death, .you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying General Motors.

  • Page 353: Reporting Safety Defects To The Canadian Government

    Please call us at 1-800-521-7300, or has a safety defect, you should immediately .notify w , f i & Transport Canada, in addition to notd!ykg General Buick Motor Division Motors of Canada. Limited. You may write to: Customer Assistance Center 902 E. Hamilton Avenue...

  • Page 354: Servic,E And Owner Publications

    Service Manuals Servic,e and Owner Publications Service manuals contain diagnostic repair information for chassis and body systems. They may a l l be useful for owners who wish to get a greater understanding of their vehicle. They are also .useful for owners with the appropriate skill level or training who wish to pefform “do-it-yourself’...

  • Page 355: Owner Publications

    Owner Publications Owner’s manuals, w a r r a n t y folders and various owner assistance booklets provide owners with general operation and maintenance information. 8-10...
  • Page 356 NOTES...
  • Page 357 NOTES 8-12...
  • Page 358 ....6-55 Appearance Care Materials r . p ......Arbitration Progrim .
  • Page 360 ......Compact Disc Care ......;Compact Disc Player 3-12 .
  • Page 361 ........,5- 13 F&@rBet k t * . . f ~ , ., ......RlIqlfhg 2-30 3!vl$& Pa&@& ........6-6it & m & i m ~ , ,&m~ng-.y- ........
  • Page 362 ............Gross.Axle Weight Rating 4-29 Inspections...
  • Page 364 ......N e t . Convenience 2-53 ......New Vehicle Break-In 2-17 .
  • Page 368 ..... Underbody F l u s b ~ Service 7-39 ......Underbody Maintenance 6-54 ....Universal Theft-Deteaent System 2-14 .
  • Page 369 NOTES...

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