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The 1995 Buick Roadmaster Owner’s Manual ............................................................. 1-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. It also explains“SRS” system. 2-1 FeaturesandControls ...................... ........................................... This section explains how to start and operate your Buick.
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Buick drew plentyof attention becausg it coulcl$limb hills and run through mudlike no other car. Buick's endurance and reliability were world .famous. .. During WorldWar I, Buick builtLibirty aircrae.engines The success of Buick engines was visible not only on so $uccessfully that the race track, butin endurance tests across the country as well as Red Cross ambulances one Buick ambulance was awarded the Croix de Guerre and around the world. Buick was theonly car to government. French the by .
In World War11, Buick built aircraft engines, tanks and other military hardware. This post-war period brought great styling and engineering changes which resulted in inmeased sales. The torque converter automatic transmission, Dynaflow, was introduced in the 1948 Roadmaster. Buick’s famous “portholes” came along in 1949. A high-compression V-8 engine was introduced in1953. And Buick’s famous vertical pillar “toothy” @e, (introduced in 1942), became more massive in the post-war era.
I962 Buick Special Ed Mertz, General Manager; Buick Motor Division Built insidethe walls of the old buildingsin Buick’s former Flint complex, which formedthe cornerstone of General Motors, Buick City is a state-of-the-art assembly facility with more than200 robots and other high-tech equipment.It was completedin the fall of 1985. Our mission is simple: Buicks are, and will continue to be, premium American motorcars with smooth power, high performance, rich detail and comfortable accommodation.
Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: NOTICE: These mean there is something that could damageyour vehicle. In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this ddmage would not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly. But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage. When you read other manuals, you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warningsin different colorsor in different words.
These symbols are usedon warning and indicator lights: Vehicle Symbols These are someof the symbols you may find on your vehicle.
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems 1-1
Power Seat (Option) M m m y %at-(Option) !- , . I ! 5 I . ; .! 1 i i y ! ,1 ; i The powerseatcontrolsarelocated an thearmrest.Here'showtousethisfeature: 0 You don't need to start your vehicle yet,just make Raise the front of the seat by pressing the left side of the sure it isin PARK (P). front switch. Press the right side of this switch to lower the front of the seat. 0 Adjust the driver's seat the way you want it.
Reclining Front Seatbacks To adjust the seatback, lift the lever on the outer sideof the seat and move the seatback to where you wantit. Release the lever to lock the seatback. Pull up on the leverand the seat will go to an upright position. But don’t havea seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving.
- To raise the seatback: 1. Pull the seatback up and push it back to lockit into place. 2. Push and pull the topof the seatback to be sure it is locked in position. 3. Pull the seat reiease handle in the lower right conier of the stmage compartment. The seatback is now unlocked. Third Seatback The third seatis folded flat in the tailgate areaof your station wagon. To raise the seatback: 1. Open the tailgate. 2. Lift the storage compartmentlid and fold it back, so that it lies flat. 1-6 4.
To lower the seatback: 1. Pull the seat release handleto unlock the seatback. 2. Pull the seatback down using the assist strap, then pushdown on it to lock it into place. Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety Mlts properly. It also tells you some things you should not da with safety belts. And it explains the Supplemental Restraint System, or “air bag” system. 3. Fold the storagelid down. Make sure it is secure.
comes on as a reminder to bqckle up. @ee “Safety.Belt ’ Ri-minderLight7’in the Index.) . . When you ride in or on anything,you go as fast as it goes.
Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Thenstop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop.
.. .. .. . . . .. . .. . . or the safetybelts! 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. Thai’s why safety belts makesuch good sense.
&= If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from How to Wear Safety Belts Properly home, why should I wear safety belts? A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an accident -- even one that isn’t your fault -- you and your passengers canbe hurt. Being a good driver doesn’t protect you from things beyond your control, suchas bad drivers. Most accidents occur within25 miles (40 km) of home. Andthe greatest numberof serious injuries and deaths occurat speeds of less than40 mph (65 km/h).
3. Pick up the latch plate and pulltbe belt across you. Don’t iet it get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if youpull the belt across you very quickly.If this happens, let the 6elt go back slightly to unlockit. Then pullthe belt across you more slowly. 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks.
5. To make thelap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as youpull up on the shoulder belt. The lap part of the belt should worn be low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs.In a crash,this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you'd be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force atyour abdomen. This could causeserious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest.
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. . . To unlatch the belt,just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you closethe door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door onit, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle. Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) This part explainsthe Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), or air bag system.
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HJowthe Where is the air bag? The driver’s air bag is in the middleof the steering wheel.
When should.an air bag inflate? The..& bag is ,designed toinflate iQmoderate to Severe frontal or ne&-frontal crashes. Theair bag will idlate only if the impact speedis above the system’s designed “threshold level.”If your vehicle goes straightinto a wall that doesn’t move or deform, the threshold level is about 9 to 15 mph (14 to 24 kmlh). The threshold level can vary7 however,with specific vehicle design,so that it can be somewhat aboveor below this range.
How does an air bagxestrain? In moderateto severe frontal or near-frontal collisions, even belted occupantscan contact the steering wheel or the instrumentpmel. The air bag supplements the protection provided by safety belts. Air bags distribute the force pf the‘impact more evenly over#e occupant’s upper body, stoppingthe occupant more gradually.
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Buick Air bags affect how your Buick should be serviced. There are partsof the air bag system in several places around your vehicle.You don’t wantthe systeni to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle. Your Buick dealer and the1995 Roadmaster Service Manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system.To purchase a service manual, see “Service Publications’’ in the Index. The air bag system does not need regular . ,( maintenance.
Safety BeltUse During Pregnancy Safety belts workfor everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injuredif they don’t wear safety belts. A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible throughout the pregnancy. The best way to protect thefetus is to protect the mother. When a safetybelt is worn properly, it’s more likely thatthe fetus won’t be hurtin a crash.
Center Passenger Position and Any Station Wagon Third Seat Passenger Position Lap Belt If your vehicle has a front split seat and a rear bench seat, someone can sit in the center positions. When you sit in a center seating position or in a station wagon third seat, 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.
1 Lap-Shoulder Belt The positions next tothe windows have lap-shoulder belts. Here’s howto wear one properly. 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure itis secure. If the beltis not long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release buttonon the buckleis positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you.
Smaller Children and Babies To unlatch the belt,just push the button on the buckle. Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up toqome age must be restrained whilein a vehicle.
Top Strap Wherever you installit, be sure to secure the child restraint properly. Keep in mind thatan unsecured child restraintcan move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle.Be sure to properly secure any chifd reshaint in your vehicle-- even when no child is in it. If your child restraint has a top strap, it-should be anchored. If you need to have an anchor installed, you can ask your Buick dealerto put it in for you.
If you want to use a child restraint with a top strap in the second seat of a station wagon, have your dealer install a combination anchor-tether belt to which the strap top can be'hooked. Securing aChild Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position z - I For cars first sold in Canada, child restraints witha top strap must be anchored according to Canadian Law.
You’ll need a safety lockingclip to properly securea child restraint in this position.You can get a locking clip where child restraints are sold, or from your Buick dealer (GM Part Number 94844571).The locking clip must be the same as the one shown here. Until you havethis clip, secure a child restraint onlyin a seat that hasa separate lap belt (and a way to anchor a top strap, if the’childrestraint has one).See the following part about securing a child restraint ina center position.
4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be ableto unbuckle the safety belt quicklyif you everhad to. 5. Then thread both the lap and shoulder belt portions through the locking clip.
6. Push and pull the child restraintin different directions to be sureit is secure. , 1I Toxemove ..., . the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and remove the locking clip. Let the safety belt go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. . 1 I A. B. C. D. Lap Belt Portion Latch Plate Buckle Shoulder Belt Portion E.
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position See the earlierpart about the top strap if the child restraint hasone. 1. Make the beltas longas possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt. U You’ll be using the lap belt. 2. Put the restrainton the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 3. Secure thechild in the child restraint as the instructions say.
4. Run the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 6. To tighten the belt, pullits free end while you push down on the child restraint. 7. Push and pull the child restraintin different directions to be sure it is secure. If the child restraint isn’t secure,turn the latch plate over and buckle it again. Thensee if it is secure.
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Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbucklethe safety belt quicklyif you ever had to. To remove the child restraint,just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way. 6. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push downon the child restraint. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions tobe sure it is secure. Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. .
If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a 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. Children who aren’t buckled up can be thrown out in a crash. Children who aren’t buckled up can strike other people who are.
@ What if a childis wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the childis so small that the shoulder belt is veryclose to thechild’sface or-neck? ‘c, A: Move the child toward the centerof the vehcle, but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child’s shoulder, so that in a crash the child’s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide.
Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should useit. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender. It’s free. Whengoyou in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender willbe long enoughfor you. The extender will be just for you, andjust for the seat in your vehicle that Wherever the child sits, the lap portion of the belt you choose.
Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, anchorages and reminder system are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged restraint system parts.If you see anything that might keep a restraint system from doing job, its have it repaired. If you ever see a label on the driver’s or the front right passenger’s safety belt that says to replace the belt, be sure to doso. Then the new belt will be there to help protect you in an accident.
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Section 2 Feature8andControls Here you can learn aboutthe many standard and optional featureson your Buick, and informationon starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly -- and what to do if you have a problem.
There are15 alternative ignition PASS-Key II blanks to help discourage theft. $Keep the bar code tag and the daor.,keyplugs in a safe place.If you lose your keys, The ignition keys come you will be able to have new ones made easily using the with a bar code tag attached plug or number onthe bar code tag. to them. Your dealer or a qualified locksmith by reading the number on the NOTICE: bar code tag can then make Your Buick has a n&kr of new features that can extra ignition keys.
There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle: From the outside, use your door'key or Keyless Entry System if you have this option. From the inside, to lock the door, slide the lock control ,down. To unlock the door, slide the lock control up.
Rear Door Security Lock To cancel the rear door lock: Your Buick is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengersfrom opening the rear doors of your vehicle from the inside.To use one of these locks: 1. Unlock the door from the inside and open the door from the outside. 2. Move the lever all the way up. 1. Move the lever all theway down. 2. Close the door. 3. Do the same thing tothe other rear doorlock.
Remote Keyless Entry System (Option) This device complies with Part 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. Should interference to this system occur, try this: Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary. See the instructionson battery replacement. Check the distance.
Operation Battery Replacement The driver’s door will unlock when UNLOCK is pressed. Pressit again quickly and all the doors will unlock. The door courtesy lamps willalso come on. All :doors will lock whenDOOR is pressed. The trunk or tailgate will unlock whenthe opened trunk symbol is pressed, but only when the transmission is in PARK (P). Under normal use, the batteries in your key chain transmitter should last about two years.
To replace the batteries: 1. If your transmitter has a screw, remove the screw from the back cover. If thereis no screw, carefully pry off the cover by inserting a dime (or similar object) in the slot between the covers and twisting. 2. Lxft off the front cover, bottom half first. Automatic Pull-Down Feature (ODtion) \ I If you have this feature,it pulls the trunk lid closed. This allowsyou to gentlypushthetrunk lid downand the pull-down feature then secures it completely. : ’ 3.
Tailgate Operation (Wagon) The tailgate can be opened like a regular door or like a drop-gate. The tailgate and tailgate window must first be unlocked. The tailgate is unlocked by usingthe power doorlock controls, the oval key in the lock or the Remote Keyless Entry System if you haveit. Once the tailgate has been unlocked, you can unlatch the tailgate window by pushing the key cylinder button all the way in. Then, raise the window.
If the tailgate on your vehicle does not open as a drop-gate, it may not be fully latched as a door. Your GATE AJAR light will beon if the tailgate isn’t completely closed as a door. The tdgate is designed nottq dpen as a drop-gate when it is already open as a’boor. AJso,the tailgatewill not open as a door whenit is.beady open as a drop-gate. Check tosee if the tailgate is unlocked, then open and close it as a do& until the lower latch closes, and the GATE AJAR light goes out.
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Theft Parking at Night Vehicle theftis big business, especiallyin some cities. Although your Buickhas a numberof theft deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help. Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your vehicle. Rememberto keep your valuables outof sight. ’., Put themin a storage area,or take them with you.
PASS-Key@II Your vehicle is equipped withthe PASS-Key% (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft deterrent system. PASS-Key% is‘a passive theft deterrent system. This means you don’t have todo anything differentto arm or disarm the system. It works when youinsert or remove the key from the ignition. PASS-Key@II uses a resistor pelletin the ignition key that matches a decoder in your vehicle.
1 ’ If you accidentally use a key that has a damaged or missing resistor pellet, the starter won’t work and the PASS KEY light will come on. But you don’t have to wait three minutes before trying another ignition key. See your Buick dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key% to have a new key made. If you’re ever driving and and the PASS KEY light comes on and stays on, you will be able to restart your engine if youturn it off.
LOCK (B): Before you put the key in, your ignition will bein the LOCK position. Thisis the only position in which you can remove the key. This position locks your ignition, steering wheel and transmission. It's a theft deterrent feature. Ignition Switch R OFT (C): This position unlocks the steering wheel, ignition ind transmission but doesn't send electrical power to any accessories. Turn the key to theOFF position if you must have your vehicle in motion while the engine off.
Starting Yous Engine Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL(N). Your engine won't start in any other position -- that's a safety feature.To restart when you're already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. NOTICE: Don't try to shift toPARK (P) if your Buick is moving. If you do, you could damage the transmission. Shiftto PARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped. To start your5.7 Liter LT1 engine: 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key toSTART.
i To use the coolant heater: ~ 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. ! 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt outlet. NOTICE: After you’ve used the coolant heater, be sure to store the cord as it was before to keep it away If you don’t, it could from moving engine parts. be damaged. How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer dependson the weather, the kind of oil you have, and some other things.
Automatic Transmission There are several different positions for your shift lever. PARK (P): This locks your transmission drive shaft. It’s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily.
Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) range before NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine doesn’t To restart when you’re alreadv starting the engine. Your Buick has a brake-transmission connect with the wheels. shiftinterlock. You have to fully apply yourregularmoving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Also use brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the NEUTRAL (N) when your vehicle is being towed. ignition keyis in the RUN position.
AmOMATIC OVERDRIVE (OD): This positionis for normal driving. If you need. more power for passing; and you’re: .. ~, .. . . ,. Going less than about 35 mph (55 km/h), push yQur accelerator pedalabout halfway down. Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all the way down. You’ll shift down to the..nextgear and have more power. THIRD (3): This is like OD,but you nevergo into Overdrive.
To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down. Pull the brake release lever. Limited-Slip Rear Axle (Option) If you have this feature, your rear axle can give you additional traction on snow, mud, ice, sand or gravel. It works like a standardaxle most of the time, but when one of the rear wheels has no traction and the other does, the limited-slip feature will allow the wheel with traction to move the vehicle. Parking Brake The parking brake uses the brakes on the rear wheels.
Shifting Into PARK (P) 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) position like this: 0 Pull the lever toward you. 1; Hold the brake pedaldown with your right foot and set the parking brake.
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Torque Lock Shifting Out of PARK (P) If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transmission into PARK (P) properly,the weight .ofthe vehicle mayput too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission.You may find it difficult to pullthe shift lever out of PARK (P). Thisis called “torque lock.” To prevent torque lock,set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver’s seat.To find out how,see “Shifting Into PARK (PI’’ in the Index.
Running Your Engine While You’re Parked . . It’s betternot to paik with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won’t move. See “Shifting Into PARK (P)” in the Index. If you are parking ona hill andif you’re pulling a trailer, alsosee “Towing a Trailer” in the Index.
Power Windows The switchfor the driver’s windowhas-anexpress-down feature. Pull the AUTO switch backall the way. Once engaged, release it and the window will lowerall the way. To stop the. windowfrom lowering, ,pressthe switch forward..Toraisk the window, press the switch forward. There are individual switches near each window. You have a lock out switch. Press LOCK to disable the power window switches.This will prevent passengers from opening and closingthe windows.
Wagon Rear Vent Windows In the rear area, thereis a vent window on each side of the vehicle. To open, lift the latch and push out.To close, pullin and back on the latch. Horn To sound the horn, pressthe pad with the horn symbol on either side of the steering wheel. Tilt Wheel A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can also raiseit to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle.
'hrn SignaVMultifunction Lever Turn Signal and LaneChange Indicator The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your: (for right) and two The turn signal has two upward downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. 0 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator 0 Headlamp High/Low Beam 0 WindshieldWipers WindshieldWasher 0 Cruise Control (Option) To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down.
A green arrow onthe instrument panelwill flash in the direction of the turn or lane change. If you have a trailer towing option with added wiring for the trailer lamps, a different turn signal flasheris used. With thisflasher installed, thesignal indicator will flash eVeii’ik a him signal;bulbis burned out. Checkthe front and rear turn signal lamps regularlyto make sure they are working.
Windshield Wipers @or a single wiping cycie, turn the band to Rdid it there until the wipers start, thenlet go. The wipers will stop after one cycle. Lf you want more cycles, hold the band on MIST longer. & S T i You can setthe wiper speedfor a long or short delay between wipes. This can be very useful in light rain or snow. Turn the band to choosethe delay time.The closer to LO, the shorter the delay. For steady wiping at low speed, turn the band away from you tothe LO position.
Note: On the Estate Wagon, if the tailgate windowis not completely closed, the cruise control will not work. To Set Cruise Control 1. Move the cruise control switch to ON. 2. Get up to the speed you want,; 3. Press in the button at the endof the lever and releaseit. The CRUISE light on the instrument panel will come on. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.
To Resume a Set Speed Suppose you setyour,cruise control at a desired speed and then you applythe brakes. This, of course, shuts off the cruise control. But you don’t need to reset it. Once you’re going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can move the cruise control switch from ON to WA .(Resume/Accelerate) for about half a second. You’ll go right backup,to your chosen speed and stay there. To Increase Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed. Here’s the first: 1.
To Reduce Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two waysto reduce your speed while using cruise control: Press in the button at the end of the lever until you reach the lower speed you want, then release it. To slow down in very small amounts, press the button for less than half a second. Each time you do this, you’ll go1 mph (1.6 km/h) slower. Passing Another Vehicle WhileUsing Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal toincrease your speed.
To Erase Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition, your cruise control set speed memory is erased. Lamps The LIGHTSknob controls these lamps: 0 Headlamps Taillamps 2-38 0 Parking Lamps 0 License Lamps 0 Sidemarker Lamps 0 Instrument Panel amps 0 Interior Courtesv Lamps Pull the knob toward you, to first the setting toturn on the parking lamps. Pull the knob toward you, to the second setting to turn on the headlamps.
Twilight Sentinel (Option) The Twilight Sentinel control below your LIGHTS switch twns your headlampson and off automatically by sensing how darkit is outside. To operate it, leave the LIGHTS switchoff and move the Twilight Sentinel control to any positionbut off. (The off position is when the white dot on the switch is rotated all the way to the left.) Your Twilight Sentinel and Daytime Running Lamps (Canada Only) work with the light sensor on top of your instrument panel.
Daytime ,Running Lamps (Canada Only) To idle your vehicle with theDRL off, apply your parking brake before turning on the ignition. Once you release the parking brake, the DIU cannot be turnedoff as long as the ignitionis on. Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) makeit easier to ‘see the front,of your vehicle during the day.DRL can be helpful when it’s raining and in the short periods after dawn and before sunset. Several countries, including Canada, require DRL.
Wagon Rear Compartment Lamps Rear Reading Lamps There are lamps onthe assist handles in the rear area of the station wagon.Press the switch to turn them on or off. These courtesy lamps turn on when you open the doors. To turn on the reading lamps when the doors are closed, press the top of the switch. Press the bottom of the switch to him them off.
Front ReadingLamps Front seat reading lampsare turned onby pressing the switch located on the rearviewmirror.
Electrochromic Mirror (Option) Automatidoff Switch ," There is an automatic and anoff position. Whenthe button onthe bottom of the mirroris pressed up and has a green halo,the mirror is on automatic. Press againto turn OB: Time Delay The mirror delays~before changing from the night tothe day position. This delay prevents rapid changing of the mirfof as you drive under lights and through traffic. Reverse Gear Day Mode Your Buick may havean automatic inside mirror.
' Convex Outside Mirror >I .: 1 '_-: .~ ' Front Storage Armrest (Option) The armrest between the fiont seats opens intoa storage area.
Wagon Cargo Cover Convenience Net (Sedan) t .. The cargo coverallows jhdden storagein the rear area of your vehicle. The 3 To use the cargo cover: 1. Pull the cargo cover by the center handle all the way to the tailgate. I- Your vehicle has a convenience net. You’ll itsee just inside the back wallof the trunk. 2. Put the hooks of the handle into the slots onthe rear pillar trim. Put small loads, like grocery bags, behind the Itnet.
Sun Visors Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You can also swing them tothe side. If the visors swing too easily, tighten the screws on the rear of the visors. Lighted Visor Vanity Mirror (Option) The front center ashtray may be lifted out for cleaning. The lighted visor vanity mirror lights up when the mirror cover is opened. Closingthe mirror coverturns off the lamps.
. . .. - . . .. . .. The cigarette lighteris near the ashtray. To use the lighter, pushit in all the way and let go. When it’s ready, it will pop back by itself. NOTICE: If you hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating,it won’t be able to back away from the heating element -when it’s ready.That can make it overheat, damaging the lighter and the heating element. Pull up on the rear ashtrays to remove them for cleaning.
LOW COOLANT LEVEL &HOT TEMP LOW CHANGE OIL OIL LEVEL Ar ~0101010101112] APPLY BRAKE TO SHIFT FROM PARK UNLEADED FUEL ONLY VOLTS SERVICE ENGINE SOON FUEL BRAKE CRUISE Your instrument panelis designed tolet you know ata glance how your vehicle is running. You'll know how fast you're going, how muchfuel you're using, and 2-54 LOW WASH FLUID . LOCK 1 many other things you'll need to know to drive safely and economically.
Speedometer and Odometer Trip Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speedin both miles per hour (mph) and kilometersper hour (km/h). Your odometer shows howfar your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (usedin the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). fl TRIP ci> A trip odometercan tell you how may miles you have driven since you last set it to zero. To reset it, press the button. Your Buick has a tamper-resistant odometer.
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators Gages This part describesthe warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. Wming lights and gages can signal that something is wrong beforeit becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to your wsiraing lights and gages could also save or you others from injury. I Warning lights come on when there may beisor a problem with oneof your vehicle’s functions.
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Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light 1 (@I ANTI LOCK With the anti-lock brake system, this light will come on when you start your engine and may stay onfor several seconds. That’s normal. If the light doesn’t come on, haveit fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. If the light stayson, turn the ignition off. Or, if the light comes on when you’re driving,stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off. Then startthe engine again to reset the system.
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light -F- This red light comes on as a bulb check when youstart your engine.This light tells you that your engine coolant has overheated. Engine Coolant Temperature Gage TEMP -& This gage shows the engine coolant temperature.If the gage pointer moves into the red area, your engineis too hot! k HOT If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle andturn the engineoff as soon as possible.
Low Coolant Warning Light LOW COOLANT LEVEL If you havethis amber light and it comes on, the system is low on coolant and the engine may overheat. Malfunction Indicator Lamp Domestic vehicles are equipped with this malfunction indicator lamp. SERVICE ENGINE SOON Canadian vehicles have this malfunction indicator lamp.
A computer monitors operationof your fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This amber light should come on when youtufa the key to RUN or START as a check to show you isit working. If the mulfunction indicator lamp does not come on at all, haveit fixed right away.I€ it stays on, or it comes on while you are driving,the computer is indicating that you have a problem.You should take your vehiclein for service soon.
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Change Oil Indicator CHANGE OIL The amber CHANGEO L light is activated by the Engine Oil LifeMoniitor System. The engineoil Me monitor system determind8 the conditionof the engine oil and lets you know when the oil should be changed. See “Engine Oil”in the Index. It does thi$ by electronically receiving data from the Powertrain Control Module.The data it receives contains information about engine speed (revolutions per &Ute), coolant temperatureand vehicle speed.The oil life monitor uses this&&q .
If the light stays on, your vehicle needs service, and you Low should take your Buick to the dealer at once.To save your battery until you get there, turn off all accessories, and set your air system to OFF. Gate Ajar Light GATE AJAR Your wagon has aGATE AJAR w m h g light. This red light should comeon when the tailgate is opened as a door. It will stay on until the tailgate has been fully closed. It does not come on when the tailgate has been openedas a gate.
-LowFuel Light p3 LOW FUEL This amber light comeson briefly as a bulb check when you start your engine. If this light comes on and stays on, you should get more fuel soon. Here arefour concerns some owners have had about the fuel gage. All these situations are normal and do not indicate that anythingis wrong with thefuel gage. At the gas station, the gas pump shuts off before the gage readsF. It takes more (or less) gas fill to up than the gage indicated.
Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this part you’ll findout how to operatethe comfort control systems and audio systems offered with your Buick. Be sureto read aboutthe particular system supplied with your vehicle. Air Conditioning with Electronic Controls selecting any air choice (except the rear window defogger) andthe HI fan speed. The manual system will recirculatethe air for m a i nnurn air conditioning performance when RECIRC is selected.
Air Conditioning Defrost The defrost setting directs most of the air through the defroster vents and some through the heater outlets. Use defrost whenyou want to removefog or ice from the windshield.
Rear Window Defogger (Option) The lines you see on the rear window warmthe glass. Pressthe button to start warming your window. After 10 minutes, it will go off by itself or pressing the button again during the heating cycle willshut it Off. If you need additional wanning tirne, press the button again. If you have the heated outside rearview mirrors option, the mirrors will bewarmed when the rear defogger is on.
Electronic Climate Control (Option) System Controls TEMP: To choose the temperature you want maintained inside the vehicle, use this button. Pressing the TEMP button only once with the exterior temperature displayed will not change the set temperature. Fromthe AUTO mode,pressingthetemperature to 90" F (33" C ) will automatically allow the system to select the high blower and FLOOR mode. .
Pressing an arrow on the FAN button will override this delay and turn on the blower. MIDDLE: Pressing this button directs the air through the instrument panel outlets. The blower speed- will go lower or higher with every press of the button until the lowest or highest speedis reached. .:. ' ., ., Defrost BLEND: This setting directsthe airflow to the instrument paneloutlets and the floor outlets. FLOOR: Pressing this settingdirects all airflow tothe floor outlets.
Rear WindowDefogger .(Option) The lines yousee on the rear window warrn the glass to remove fog and ice. Press the button to start warming your window. After 10 minutes, it will gooff by itself, or pressingthe button again during theheatin&,!!:I:, , Audio Systems Your Delco' audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pIeqsure. Youwill get the most enjoyment outof it if you acquaint yourself witb it first.
AM/FM Stereo Radio with Cassette Tape Player : . RECALL: Press the upper knob briefly to recall the station being played or the clock display.To change what is normally shown on the.display (stationor time), press the knob until you seethe display you want, then hold the knob untilthe display flashes.If you pressthe knob when the ignitionis off, the clock will showfor a few seconds. Finding a Station Press the lower knob select to FM1, FM2 or AM. TUNE: Turn the lower knob to c@ose radio stations.
Presets: p e six pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You %an set up to 18 stations (sixAM, six FM 1 and six FM2). 1. Press AM FM to select the band. 2. Find the station you want. 3. Press and hold oneof the six numbered buttons. 4. The sound will mute. Whenit returns, release the button. Whenever?youpress that numbered button, the station you set ~ i ireturn. l P SCAN: Press P SCAN to listen to eachof your preset stations for a few seconds.
Playing a CassetteTape The longer side with the tape visible shouldface to the right. The tape will begin playingas soon as you insert it. If you hear nothingor hear a garbled sound, the tape may not bein squarely. Press EJECTto remove the tape and start over. While the tape is playing, usethe VOLUME, FADE, BAL, TREB and BASS controls just as you dofor the radio. Other controls may have different functions when a tapeis inserted. The display will show an arrow to indicate whichside of the tape is playing.
CLN: This message may appear on the display. If it does, your cassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will still play tapes, but you should clean it as soonas possible to prevent damage toyour tapes and player.See “Care of Your Cassette Tape Player”in the Index. After you clean the player, press and hold EJECT for five seconds to resetthe CLN indicator.“- - -” will :appear in the display to show the indicator was reset.
3. Press TONEto choose the equalization setting for the station. 4. Press and hold oneof the six numbered buttons. TREB: Press this button lightlyso it extends. Turn the knob to increase or decrease treble.The middle position is a detent. 5. The sound will mute. Whenit returns, release the Push the knobs backin when you’re not using them. button. Whenever you press that numbered button, the station and the equalization you set will return.
While the tapeis playing, use theVOLUME, FADE, BAL, TREB and BASS controlsjust as you dofor the radio. Other controls may have different functions when a tape is inserted. The display will show TAPE and an arrow to indicate which side of the tapeis playing. Your tape bias is set automatically. PREV (1): Press this button to searchfor the previous selection on the tape.Your tape must have at least three secondsof silence between each selectionfor PREV to work.
bb(4):Press this button to advance quickly to another part of the tape. Press the button again to return to playing speed. The radio will play whiie the tape advances. SIDE (5): Press this button to changethe side of the tape that is playing. (6): Press this buttonto reduce background noise. Dolby' B Noise Reductionis manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. DOLBY and the an symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporatioo.
Dolby@B Noise Reduction is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. DOLBY and thedo symbol are trademarksof Dolby Laboratories bicensing Corporation. AUTO PRE@CT Press it and the system will set the 12 strongest FM or the six strongestAM stations on your preset buttons.To return tothe stations you manually set, pressthe AUTO PRESET button again. (This button performsthe same function as AUTO SET described above.
THEFTLOCK’” Your system has thisfeature if it shows “Theftlock”on its face. THEFTLOCK” is a theft-deterrent feature that can be used or ignored.If you ignoreit, your system will play normally. If you use it, your system can’t be turned on ifit is stolen becauseit locks anytime battery power ‘ is removed. To unlockit, a code must be entered. 4. Press buttons 1 and 4 at $he same h e and holq until “- - -” shows on the display. You now have only 15 seconds between eachof the following steps. $ 5.
Unlocking the System Disabling THEFTLOCK If battery power is removed for any reason, LOC will appear onthe display when poweris reapplied. You will need to enter your code to unlockthe system. You have only 15 seconds between eachof the followingsteps. If you want to turnoff THEFTLOCK”, you will need to enter your code. If you lose or forget your code, see your dealer. 1. Turn the ignition on. LOC will appear on the display. 2. Press MIN and “000” will appear onthe display. TM 1.
Tips About Your Audio System Hearing damagefrom loud noise is alrncst undetectable until it is too late.Your hearing can adapt to higher volumes of sound. Sound that seems normal can be loud and harmful to your hearing. Take precautions by adjusting the volume controlon your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adaptsit.to To help avoid hearing lossor damage: 1. Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting. 2. Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly.
Understanding Radio Reception FM Stereo FM stereo willgive you the best sound, butFM signals will reach only about10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km). Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals, causing the sound to come and go. AM The range for most AM stations is greater thanfor FM, especially at night.The longer range, however, can cause stations to interfere with each other. AM can also pick up noisefrom things like storms and power lines. To lower this noise, try reducing the treble level.
You may prefer to use a non-scrubbing action, wet-type cleaner. This typeof cleaner uses afabric belt to clean the tape head.This type of cleaner cassette will not cause an error, butit may not cleanthe tape player as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner. A scrubbing action cleaner is available through your dealer (GM Part No. 12344600). Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged.
3. Wipe the cloth over the mast sections, removing any dirt. I NOTICE: Don’t lubricate the power antenna. Lubrication could damage it. NOTICE: 4. Wipe dry with a clean cloth. 5. Make the antenna go up and down by turning the radio or ignition off and on. 6. Then repeat if necessary. Before enteringan automatic carwash, turn off your radio to make the power antenna go down. This will prevent the mast from possibly getting damaged.
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I . Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Defensive Driving I The best advice anyonecan give about drivingis: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your in the Index.) Buick: Buckle up. (See “Safety Belts” Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads, or freeways, it means “always expect the unexpected.” Assume that pedestriansor other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they ,might do.
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of wine or three mixed drinksif each had 1-1/2 ounces (45 ml) of a liquor like whiskey, gin or vodka. It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour, the person’s BAC would be close to 0.12 percent. A person who consumes food just before or during drinking will have a somewhat lowerBAC level.
Control of a Vehicle Braking You have three systems that make your vehicle go whereBraking action involvesperception time and reaction you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and time. the accelerator. All three systems haveto do their work First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. at the places wherethe tires meetthe road. That’s perception time. Then you have to bring up your foot and doit. That’s reaction time. Average reaction time is about 3/4 of a second.
Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy Your Buick has an advanced electronic braking system braking -- rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a that will help prevent a braking skid. mistake. Your brakes maynot have time tocool between hard stops.Your brakes will wear out much faster if you This light on the do alot of heavy braking.
The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to makethe most of available tireand road conditions. Here’s how anti-lock works. Let’s say the road is wet. You’re driving safely. Suddenlyan animal jumps out in front of you. ABS. You slam on the brakes. Here’s what happens with A computer senses that wheelsare slowing down.
I Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t changethe time you need to get yourfoot up to the brake pedal. If you get too close to the vehicle in h n t of you, you won’thave time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave enoughroom up ahead to stop, even though you have anti-lock brakes. To Use Anti-Lock Don’t pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down and let anti-lock work for you.
The traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires andthe road surface, the angleat which the curve is banked, and your speed. While you’re in a curve, speed is the one factor you can control. Suppose you’re steering through a sharp curve. Then you suddenly accelerate. Both control systems-steering and acceleration-- have to dotheir work where the tires meetthe road. Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too muchof those places. You can lose control.
Off-Road Recovery Passing You may find sometime that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. The driverof a vehicle about to pass another on a two-lane highway waitsfor just the right moment, accelerates, moves aroundthe vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again. A simple maneuver? If the level of the shoulderis only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy.
Do not get too close tothe vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaitingan opportunity. For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you’re following a larger vehicle. Also, you won’thave adequate spaceif the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops. Keep back a reasonable distance. 0 When it looks like a chance to passis coming up, start to accelerate but stay in the right lane and don’t get too close.
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Driving at Night Here are some tips on night driving. 0 Drive defensively. 0 Don’t drink aad drive. 0 Adjust yourinside rearview mirror to reducethe glare from headlamps behind you. 0 Since you can’t see as well, you may need toslow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. 0 Slow down, especiallyon higher speed roads.Your headlamps can light up onlyso much road ahead. 0 In remote areas, watchfor animals. If you’re tired,pull off the road in a safe place and rest.
Night Vision No one can see as well at night as in the daytime. But as we get older these differences increase. A 50-year-old driver may require at least twice as much lightseetothe same thingat night as a 20-year-old. What you do in the daytime can also affect your night vision. For example,if you spendthe day in bright sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses. Your eyes will have less trouble adjusting to night. But if you’re driving, don’t wear sunglasses at night.
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I I* . ; : >, (/I Driving toofast,through large water puddlesor even going through some'car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes.Try to avoid gpddles. But if you can't, try to slowdown before you hit them.
Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happenif the road is wet enough and you’re going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road. Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often. But it can if your tires haven’t much tread or the if pressure in one or more is low. It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road.
City Driving Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: i 0 . I - i .i f , i [ 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 cityjust as you would for a cross-country trip. Try to use the freeways thatrim and crisscross most large cities. You’ll save time and energy. (See the next part, “Freeway Driving.”) Treat a green light as a warning signal.A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to needit.
Freeway Driving At the entrance there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway. If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp, you should begin to check traffic.Trpi,determine where you expect to blend with the flow.Try to merge intothe gap at close to the prevailing speed. Switch on your turn signal, check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary. Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow.
The exit speed is usually posted. Here are some thtngs you can check before a trip: :Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not *to your sense of motion. After drivingfor any distance :at higher speeds, you may tend to think you are going :slower than you actually are. e Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are Before Leaving on a LongTrip e all windows clean inside and outside? Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape? , I . 1. 1 ~ ,. : ; : .++>$.
Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Oris it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lackof 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 droneof the engine, and the rushof the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy.
Know how to go down hills. The most important thing to know isthis: let your engine do some of the slowing down. Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steepor long hill. 4-22 0 Know how to go uphill.You may want to shift down to a lower gear. The lower gears help cool your engine and transmission, and you can climb the hil1 better. 0 Stay in your own lane when driving on two-lane roads in hills or mountains. Don’t swing wideor c1u t across the center of the road.
Winter Driving ,. Here are some tipsfor winter driving: Have your Buick in good shape for winter. Be sure your engine coolantmix is correct. You may want to put winter emergency suppliesin your vehicle. I , . Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply. of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth, and a couple of reflective warning triangles.
least traction of all. You can get “wet ice” when it’s about freezing(32” F; 0” C) and freezing rain begins to Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the fall. Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand road probably have good traction. crews can get there. However, if there is snow or ice between your tires and the Whatever the condition -- smooth ice, packed, blowing road, you can have a very slippery situation. You’ll have a or loose snow -- drive with caution. Accelerate gently.
If You’re Caught in a Blizzard cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. Put on extra clothingor wrap a .blanket around you.. If you have no blankits or extra clothing, makebody insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags,floor mats -- anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm. I. L.. You can run the engineto keep warm, butbe careful. If you are stoppedby heavy snow, you could be ina serious situation.
Run your engineonly as longas you must. This saves fuel. Whenyou run the engine, makeit go alittle faster than just idle. Thatis, push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged.You will need a well-charged battery to restart the vehicle, and possibly for signaling lateron with your headlamps. Let the heater runfor awhile. Then, shutthe engine off and closethe window almost all the way to preserve the heat.
Loading Your Vehicle @I TIRE-LOADING INFORMATION OCCUPANTS VEHICLE CAP. WT. FRT. CTR. RR. TOTAL LBS. KG \ MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP DATE GVWR GAWR FRT GAWR RR MAX. LOADING & GVWR SAME AS VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT XXX COLD TIRE TIRE SIZE PRESSURE SPEED RTG PSIKPa FRT. RR. SPA. IF TIRES ARE HOT, ADD 4PS1/28KPa SEE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATiON THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE U.S.
If You Do Decide To Pull A nailer 0 If you do, here are some important points. 0 There are many different laws, including speedlimit: restrictions, having todo with trailering. Make sure your rig will belegal, not only where you live but also where you’ll be driving. A good sourcefor this information can bestate or provincial police. 0 You should always use a weight distributing (equalizing) hitchif your trailer will weigh more than 3,000 pounds (1 362 kg).
Three important considerations. have tri do‘with weight: Weight of the Trailer Tongue Weight of the Trailer The tongue load(A) of any traileris an important weight to measure becauseit affects the total capacity weight of your vehicle.The capacity weight includes the curb weightof the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle.
If you’re using a “dead-weight” hitch, the trailer tongue (A) should weigh10%of the total loaded trailer weight (B). If you have a “weight-distributing,’ hitch, the trailer tongue (A) should weigh 12% of the total loaded trailer weight (B). After you’ve loaded your trailer, weigh the trailer and then the tongue, separately,to see if the weights are proper. If they aren’t, you may be able to get them right simply by moving some items around in the trailer.
nailer Hitching Procedure UsingA Weight Distributing (Equalizing) Hitch Attach the trailerto the vehicle. The trailer tongue should weigh 12%of the total loaded trailer weight. (Recommended for loaded trailers weighing3,000 lbs. to 7,000 Level the vehicle with the load leveling spring bars Leave the fuse out while towing your trailer.
Safety Chains Trailer Wiring Harness You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer. Crossthe safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will notdrop to the road if it becomes separatedfrom the hitch. Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch . manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendationfor attaching safety chains and do not attach them to the bumper.
Fonowing Distance Stay at least twice asfar behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns. Passing Making 'hms NOTICE: Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged. Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering. You'll need more passing distance up ahead when you're towing a trailer.
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer, your vehicle has to have a different turn signalflasher and extra wiring.The green arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps will also flash, telling other drivers you’re about to turn,change lanes or stop. If you are towing a trailer that weighs more than 2,000 pounds (900 kg), you should drive inTHIRD (3) instead of OVERDRIVE or, as you need to, a lower gear.
When You Are Readyto Leave After Parking ona Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: 0 Start your engine; Shift into a gear; and Release the parking brake. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the traileris clear of the chocks. 4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks.
Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occuron the road. Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Yourfront and rear turn signal lamps willflash on ando€f. Press the buttonin to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and Off. Your hazard warningflashers work no matter what position your keyis in, and even ifthe key isn’tin.
To Jump Start Your h i c k 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system. NOTICE: If the other system isn’t a 12-volt system with a negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged. 2. Get the vehicles close enoughso the jumper cables can reach, but be surethe vehicles aren’t touching each other.If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don’t want. You wouldn’t be able to start your Buick, andthe bad grounding could damage the electrical Systems. 3.
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11. Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery. 9. If it won’t start aftera few tries, it probably needs service. 12. Remove the cables in reverse orderto prevent electrical shorting. Takecare that they don’t touch each other or any other metal. Follow this order. GOOD BAlTERY DEAD BAlTERY 10. Now start the vehiclewith the good battery and run the enginefor a while.
ng,do Towing Your Vehicle Trytohavea GM dealeroraprofessionaltowinglamps,, service tow your Buick. The usual towing equipment is a sling-type (A) or a wheel-lift(B) or car carrier (C) tow you Before truck. If your vehicle been has changed or modified since it was factory-new by adding aftermarket items like fog aero skirting,orspecialtiresandwheels,these kaimctions and ui&-ationsmay not be correct. flashers.
When your vehicleis being towed, havethe ignition key off. The steering wheel should be clamped in a straight-ahead position, with a clamping device designed for towing service.Do not use the vehicle’s steering column 1ock.forthis. The transmission should be in NEUTRAL (N) and the parking brake released. Don’t have your vehicle towed on the rear wheels, unless you must.
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Rear Towing Hookups Attach T-hook chains to slots in theframe rails just ahead of the rear wheelson both sides. No 4 x 4 beam is needed. Positionthe lower sling crossbar directly underthe rear fascia. Attach a separate safety chain to each side of the axle inboard of the spring.
Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage and the warning light about a hotengine on your instrument panel. You will also find a low coolant warning light on your instrument panel. If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine . NOTICE: If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
If you getthe overheat waming withno sim of stem, try thisfor a minuteor so: 1. Turn you1 off conditioner. air ~ 1 , ’ $ . , * : 2. Turn ,on your heater tofull hot at the highestfan speed and open the window as nei=essasy. 3. If you’re in a trafficjam, shift to NEUTRAL (N); othertvise, shiftto the highest gear while driving -AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (@)br THIRD (3). E you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to be safe,drive slower for about ten minutes.
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How to Add Coolant tothe Coolant Surge Tank If you haven’tfound a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at FULL COLD, adda 50/50 mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) and a proper antifreeze at the coolant surgetank,but be s u e the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap, is cool before you do it. (See “Engine Coolant”in the Indexfor more information aboutthe proper coolant mix.
I NOTICE: , .In.:cpld weather, Hater can freeze, and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. So use the recommended coolant.
1. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, inclufing the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose; is no longer hot.Turn &e pressure cap slowly about one-quarter turn to the leftand then stop. If you heara hiss, wait for that to stop.A hiss means there is still some pressure left. 5-16 1. Then keep tuming the pressure cap slowly, and remove it. 3. Then fill the coolant surgetank with the propermix, up.to FULL COLD.
.,,. 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off,start the engine andlet itrun until youcan feel the upper radiator hose gettinghot. Watch out for the engine fans. By this time, the co-olantlevel inside the coolant surge tank maybe lower. If the levelis lower, add more of the proper mix to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches FULL COLD. Then replacethe pressure cap. Be sure the pressure capis tight.
Now you are readyto start using the jack and wheel wrench to raise your vehicle. 5-22 Attach the wheel wrench to the bolt at the end of the jack.
. . Rotate the wheel wrench clockwise to slightly raise the lift head. Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts. Don’t remove them yet. Position the jack under the vehicle, near theflat tire. There are two holes inthe frame near each of the wheels. Raise thejack so the jack head fits into the large circular hole.
NOTICE: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly or may allow positioned will damage the vehicle the vehicle to fan off the jack. Be sure fit to the jack lift head mto the proper location before raising your vehicle. Raise the vehicleby rotating the wheel wrench clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire.
Replace the wheel nutswith the rounded endof the nuts toward the wheel. I Tighten each nutby hand : Remove a y rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. Place the spare an the wheel mounting surface. . 3 . . '! Lower the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Lowerthe jack completely.
Don’t tryto put a wheel coveron your compact spare tire. It won’t fit. Store the wheel coverin the.trunk or rear area until you have the flat tire repairedor replaced. NOTICE: Wheel covers won’tfit on your compact spare.’ If you try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare, you could damage the cover or the hpare.
On the sedan, replace thejack, flat tire, and wheel wrench and tighten the wing nut on the screw. 1. Wing Nut 2. Wrench P 3. Compact Spare 4. Full-Size Spare P 5. Jack Cover (If Provided) 6. Jack 7. Screw (Hold-down) 8.
Pillar Trim Panel 2. Flwr Ch.anhel . 1. 3. Cover 4. clip 5 . Disc 6. Wing Nut 7. Bolt 8. Wing Bolt 9. Wrepch 10. Jack 11.
Compact Spare Tire (If So Equipped) Although the compact spare was fully inflated when your vehicle wasnew, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflationpressuTe regularly.It should beBO psi (420 Wa). After installingthe compact spare on your vehicle, you shouldstop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated.
If You’re Stuck: In Sand. Mud, Ice or NOTICE: Snow What you don’t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as “rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, but you must use caution. Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as wen as the tires.If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transmission back and forth, you can destroy your transmission.
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Section 6 Service and Appearance Care I i I Here you will find information aboutthe care of your Buick. This section begins with service and fuel infomation, apd thenit shows how tocheck important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical infomation about your vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care. Service Your Buick dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy withit. We hope you’llgo to your dealer for all your service needs.
Doing Your Own Service Work If you want todo someof 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 manual can.To order the proper service manual, see “Service Publications’’in the Index. Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to do your own service work,see “Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Buick” in the Index.
Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher. It should meet specificationsA-STM D4814,h the United States and CGSB3.5-92 in Canada. These fuels should havethe proper additives,so you should not have to add anything to the fuel. In the UnitedStates and Canada, it’seasy to be sureyou get the right kindof gasoline (udeaded). You’ll see UNLEADED right on the pump. And only unleaded nozzles willfit into your vehicle’s filler neck. Be sure the posted octaneis at least 87.
I ', j I ! Gasolines for Cleaner Air Your use of gasoline with deposit control additives will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system. That helps keep your engine in tune and your emission control system *working properly. It's good for your vehicle, andyou'll be doing your partfor cleaner air. Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the U.S. or Canada, unleadedfuel may be hardto find. Do not use leaded gasoline.
The wagon gas capis behind a hinged dooron the driver’s sideof your vehicle. To take off the cap,turn it slowly to theleft (counterclockwise). Be careful not to spill gasoline. Clean gasoline from painted surfacesas soon as possible.See “Cleaning the Outside of Your Buick”in the Index. When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right until you hear at least three clicks. NOTICE: If you need a new cap, sure be to get the right If you get type. Your dealer can get one for you.
Check'rgThings Under the Hood Lift the hood. To open the hood,first puu a&~ h & n d l e ~ ~ $ f &.,:! , ~ ~ & - j ~ vehicle. It is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel, nextto the paking brake. 8 , . I . : I Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Thenjust pull the hood down and close it firrnly. Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood release.
To Check Engine Oil When to Add Oil Pull out the dipstick and cleanit with a paper towel or cloth, thenpush it back in all the way..Remove .it..again5, keeping the tip down, and check the level. If the oil is at or belowthe ADD line, then you’ll need to add some oil. But y6u must usethe tight kind. This part explains whatkind of oil to use. For crarikcase capacity, see “Capacities and Specifications”in the Index. NOTICE: Don’t add too much oil.
What Kind of Oil to Use Oils of the proper qualityfor your vehicle can be identified by lookingfor the “Starburst” symbol.The “Starburst” symbol indicates thatthe oil has been ceqified by the American Petroleum Institute(API), and is preferred for use in your gasoline engine. I FOR ‘ If you change your own oil, be sure you use oil that has the “Starburst” symbol on the front of the oil container.
As shown in the chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle. However, youcan use S A E 1OW-30 if it’s going to be0” F (- 18 C) or above. These numbers on anoil container showits viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils,such as S A E 20W-50. O NOTIC&: When to Change Engine Oil See if any one of these is true for you: 0 Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing.
Engine Coolant Heater Air Cleaner An engine coolant heatercan be a big help you if have to park outside in very cold weather, 0” F (- 18’ C) or colder. If your vehicle has this option, see “Engine Coolant Heater”in the Index. What to Do with UsedOil Did you know that used engine oil contains certain elements that maybe unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer? Don’tlet used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner.
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Wait atleast 30 minutes before checking the transmission fluid level if you have been driving: When outside temperatures are above90" F (32" C). At high speed for quite a while. more with the engine off and is used only as a reference. Let the engine run at idle for five minutes if outside temperatures are50" F (10" C) or more. If it's colder than 50" F (10 " C), you may have toidle the engine longer. Should the fluid level be low during a cold check, youmust perform a hot check before adding fluid.
Then, without shuttingoff the engine, follow these steps: r 1. Flip the handle up and then pullout the dipstick and wipeit with a clean rag or paper towel. L 2. Push it back in all the way, wait three seconds and then pull it back out again. 3. Check both sidesof the dipstick, and read the lower level. The fluidlevel must be in the COLD areafor a cold checkor in the HOT areaor cross-hatched area for a hot check. 4.
1 1 How to Add Fluid Rear Axle Refer tothe Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” inthe Index. When to Check and Change Lubricant Add fluid only after checking the transmission fluid HOT. (A COLD check is used only as a reference.) If the fluid levelis low, add only enoughof the proper fluid to bringthe level up to theHOT area for a hot check, It doesn’t take muchfluid, generally less than a pint. Don’t ovefill.
Engine CooIant The following explains yo& cooling system and how to add coolant whenit is low. If youhave a problem with engine overheating,see “Engine Overheating”in the Index. The proper coolafitfor your Buick will: Give freezing protection down to-340 F (-37” C). Give boiling protection up to 262’” F (128 C). O Protect against rust and corrosion. 0 Help keep the proper engine temperature. 0 Let the warning lights work as they should.
If this light comes on, it means you’re low on coolant. See “Low Coolant Light’’ in the Index. LOW COOLANT LEVEL Surge Tank Pressure Cap NOTICE: Your surge tang cap is 15 a psi (105 Wa) pressure-type tap and must be tightly installed to prevent toolad loss and possible engine damage from overhdatiag. J To Add Coolant If you need more coolant, addthe proper mix at the surge tank, but only whenthe engine is cool. When you replace your surge tank pressure cap, a GM cap is recommended.
Power Steering Fluid How To Check Power SteeringFluid When the engine compartmentis cool, unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick. When the engine compartment is hot, the level should be at theH mark. When the engine compartmentis cool, the level should be atthe C mark. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired.
Brakes Brake Master Cylinder Your brake master cylinderis here. It is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in your master cylinder mightgo down. Thefirst is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear. When new linings are put in, the fluid level goes back up. The other reasonis that fluid is leaking outof the brake system.
Brake Wear I Continatng to drive with worn-out brake pads could resuit in costly brake repair.
Halogen BuIbs 2. Remove the screw from the bracket. 3. Remove the lamp Assembly by pulling forward. Parkin-rn Sighal bnd Cornering Lamp BuIb Replacement 4. Remove the electricalconnectors fkom thelatnp assembly For the proper typeof replacement bulb,see “Replacement Bulbs”in the Index. 5 . Remove the bulb from the electrical connectofs. 1. Open the hood. FRONT / CORNERING 6. Reverse the stepswith a new bulb.
Taillamp Bulb Replacement (Sedan) For the proper typeof replacement bulb, see “Replacement Bulbs”in the Index. 1. Open the trunk. I 2. 3 4. Remove the electrical connector from the bulb by lifting the lock tab and pullingit away from the plastic base. Remove the nut from the trunk trim assembly. 3. Pull the taillamp assembly away from the body. 5. To reinstall the headlamp bulb assembly, attach the 4.
Taillamp Bulb Replacement (Wagon) 4.. .Ftomoutside the vehicle, carefully pull the taillamp assembly awayfrom the body. For the proper typeof replacement bulb,see “Replacement Bulbs” inthe Index. I I 1. Remove the two Phillips@head screws. 2. For the passenger’s side taillamp,remove the housing that coversthe spare tire. For the driver’s side taillamp, remove the trim panel. 3. Unscrew the wing nut. 5.
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp Replacement (Sedan) Center High-Mounted Stoplamp Replacement (Wagon) For the proper typeof replacement bulb,see “Replacement Bulbs”in the Index. For the proper typeof replacement bulb, see “Replacement Bulbs”in the Index. 1. Open the tailgate window. 2. Remove the two screws. 1. Open the trunk. 2. Unclip the stoplamp coverfrom the rear windowand stoplamp assembly. 3. Remove the bulb. 4. Reverse the steps with anew bulb.
3. Bring down the bulb assembly. For the proper type of replacement bulb,see “Replacement Bulbs” inthe Index. 1. Remove the screw and prythe housing from the mirror assembly. 2. Remove the socket from the housing. 4. Pull the bulb out of its retainer. 5. Reverse the steps with a new bulb. Front Reading Lamp Bulb Replacement The front reading lampsare part of the automatic rearview mirror, if your vehicle hasthis option. 3. 1 1 1the bulb from the socket. 4. Reverse the steps with a new bulb.
Tires We don’t make tires.Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. These tires are warrantedby the tire manufacturers and their warranties are delivered with every new Buick. If your spare tire isa different brand than your road tires, you will have a tire warranty folder from each of these manufacturers.
Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be irispected every 6,000 to 8,000 miles (10 000 to 13 000 km)for any signsof unusual wear.If unusual wear is present,rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for dmaged tires or wheels.See “When it’s Timefor New Tires” and “Wheei Replacement” later in this section for more information. The purposeof regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wearfor all tires on the vehicle. The first rotation is the most important.
Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the Tire-Loading Information label. The tires installed on your vehicle whenit was new had a Tire Perfomiance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on each tire’s sidewall. When youget new tires, get ones with that same TPC Spec number. That way, your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give proper endurance, handling, speed rating, traction, ride and other things during normal service on your vehicle.
- Treadwear Temperature A, B, C The treadwear gradeis a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, atire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1 1/2) times as wellon the government courseas a tire graded 100.
~~ While the tires available as standard or optional equipment on General Motors vehicles may vary with respect to these grades, all such tires meet General Motors performance standards and have been approved for use on General Motors vehicles. All passenger type (P Metric) tires must conformto Federal safety requirements in addition to these grades. Wheel Alignmentand Tire Balance ~~ Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted or corroded.
Tire Chains NOTICE: Use tire chainsonly where legaland only when you must. Use only SAE Class ‘W’ type chains that are the proper size for your tires. Install as tightly them on the rear tires and tighten them as possible with the endssecurely fastened. Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer’s chains instructions. If you can hear the contacting yourvehicle, stop and retighten them. If the contact continues, slow down untilit stops.
Don’t use anyof these unless this manual says you can. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: 0 Use solvent-type cleaners in a well-ventilated area only. If you use them, don’t saturate the stained area. If a ring forms after spot cleaning, clean the entire area immediately or it will set. Alcohol LaundrySoap 0 Bleach Using Foam-Qpe Cleaner on Fabric 0 ReducingAgents * Always clean a whole trim panel or section. Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines.
Special Cleaning Problems Be careful.A blow dryer may scorch the fabric. Wipe with a clean cloth. Using Solvent-Type Cleaner on Fabric First, seeif you have to use solvent-type cleaner at all. Some spots and stains will clean off better withjust water and mild soap. If you need to use a solvent: Gently scrape excess soilfrom the trim material with a clean, dull knife or scraper. Use very little cleaner, light pressure and clean cloths (preferably cheesecloth).
If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine, treat thearea with a waterhaking soda solution: 1 teaspoon (5 d)of baking sodato 1 cup (250 ml) of lukewarm water. If needed, clean lightly with solvent-type cleaner. Combination Stains Stains caused by candy,ice cream, mayonnaise, chili sauce and unknownstains can be removed as follows: Carefully scrape off excess stain, then clean with cool water and allow todry. If a stain remains, cleanit with solvent-type cleaner.
Cleaning the Outside of Your Buick Finish Care of your Buick by The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth Occasional waxing or mild polishing hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint of color, gloss retention and durability. finish. You can getGM approved cleaning products Washing Your Vehicle from your dealer. (See “Appearance Care and Materials” in the Index.
Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather Tires and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years. You can help to keep the paint finish looking To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner. new by keeping your Buick garaged or covered When applying a tire dressing always take care to wipe whenever possible. off any overspray or splash from painted surfaces. Petroleum-based products may damage the paint finish.
Underbody Maintenance Chemical Paint Spotting Chemicals usedfor ice and snow removaland dust control cancollect on the underbody. If these are not removed, accelerated corrosion (rust) can occur the on underbody parts suchas fuel lines, frame, floor pan, and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection. Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on your vehicle.
Appearance Care and Maintenance Materials You can get thesefrom your GM Parts Department. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ PART NUMBER SIZE DESCRIPTION USAGE 12345343 Liquid GoodwrenchB 16 oz. (0.473L) 1052277 12 oz. (0.3543;) 1052863 1050172 1 02. (0.028kg) 16 02. (0.473L) Tar and Road Oil Remover 1050173 16 02. (0.473L) Chrome Cleanerand Polish Removes rust and corrosion 1050174 16 oz. (0.
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) trunk lid. It’s very helpful if you ever needto order parts. On this labelis: your VIN, the model designation, ENGINE CODE /dk -\ YEAR MODEL ASSEMBLY PLANT paint information, and 0 a list of all production options and special equipment. Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle. This isthe legal identifierfor your Buick.It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side.
Fuses and Circuit Breakers The other ia in the enginecompamgnt. Open the cover on either of the boxes to exposethe fuses. The wiring circuitsin your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers, and fusible thermal links in the wiring itself. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems. There are two fuse blocksin your vehicle. Oneis at the end of the instrumept panel on the driver’s side. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse.
Headlamps Power Winbws and Other Power Options The headlamp wiringis-protectedby a circuit breaker in the lamp switch.An electrical overload will cause the lamps togo on andoff, or in some cases to remainoff. If this happens, have your headlamp wiring checked right away. Circuit bfialters in the fuse panel protectthe power windows and other power accessories. When the current load is too heavy,the circuit breaker opens and closes, protecting the circuit untilthe problem is fixed or goes away.
k Fuse 12 FUSE USAGE CHART 13 31 32 EXTLPS I , 33 HORNS I 14 15 I FOR MORE INF( RMATION, SEE OWNE ?'S MANUAL PRINTED IN U.S.A 14 .'' SEOACSRV RR WIPER.
Fuse 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 i Usage Auto Level Control Sensor, Rear Compartment Courtesy Lamp, MercurySwitch Cigar Lighter Remote Control Door Lock Receiver, Liftgate Wiper Latch Switch, Rear Glass Release Switch, Rear Compartment Lid Release Switch, Rear Glass Release Relay, Rear Compartment Release Relay Radio Headlamp Switch, Headlamp Auto Control Module, Daytime Running Lamps Control Module Horn Relay Warning Alarm, IP Compartment Lamp Switch, UP Compartment Lamp,UP Cluster, Heater and A/C
Fuse 4 A 6 4 Wgz-pq 5 I F E NC COMP I C AIR PUMP RELAY 1 B Underhood Electrical Center Usage Auto Level ControlAir Compressor Fuel Pump Relay, Fuel Pump Switch and Engine Oil Pressure Sensor, PCM Secondary Air Pump Relay, Underhood Lamp 6-54 Usage Mass Air Flow Sensor, Secondary Air Pump Relay, EGR Solenoid, Evaporative Emission Solenoid, Oxygen Sensors, Automatic Transmission PCM, Ignition Coil, Electronic Brake Control Module Fuel Injector Cylinders One, Four,Six, Seven Primary Cooling Fan,
Replacement Bulbs Exterior Front Application Cornering ............................. 2057 9004 Headlamp ............................. Parrnurn .......................... 2057NA 194 Sidemarker ............................. 561 Underhood ............................. Exterior Rear Application Backup ............................... 2057 High-Mounted Stop Sedan .............................. 1141 577 Wagon .............................. License ................................ 168 Sidemarker(Wagon) ............
Capacities and Specifications Engine Code P (LT1) V8 MFI (5.7L) Belt Tensions Automatically controlled by a self-tensioning idler pulley. Tension adjustments should never be necessary. Replacement Parts Air Cleaner ........................ AC 1096C Fuel’Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GF624K Oil Filter .............................. PF52 PCVValve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CV895C Spark Plug . . . . . . . . . . . AC 906, (0.
Estate Wagon Dimensions (Approximate) Overall Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .218 inches (5 537 rnm) Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 inches (2 032mm) Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 0 inches (1 524 mm) Wheelbase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 inches (2 946 mm) Front Tread . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 inches (1 575 mm) Rear Tread . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 inches (1 626 mrn) Interior Front Leg Room. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Roadmaster Sedan Dimensions (Approximate) OvePall Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216 inches (5 486mrn) Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . : . . . . 78 inches (1 981 mm) Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 inches (1 422 mm) Wheelbase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 inches( 2 946 mm) Front Tread . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 inches (1575 mm) Rear Tread . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 inches (1 549mm) Interior Front Leg Room. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Section 7 Maintenance Schedule LI Introduction Your Vehicle and the Environment IMPORTANT: KEEP .ENGINE 011 AT TH,E PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. All recommended maintenance procedures are important. Improper vehicle maintenance or the removal of important components can significantly affect the qualityof the air we breathe.
How This Section is Organized The remainderof this section is divided intofive parts: “Tart A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” shows what to have done andhow often. Someof these services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should let your dealer’sservice department or another qualified service centerdo these jobs.
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want help to you keep your vehicle in good working condition.But we don’t know exactly how you’lldrive it. You may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances allthe time in veryhot, dusty weather. You may use your vehiclein making deliveries. Or you may drive it to work, todo errands orin many other ways. The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D.
Maintenance Schedule I Schedule I Definition ~~ Follow Maintenance Schedule I if any one of these is true for your vehicle: Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing. 0 Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent driving in stop-and-go traffic). 0 ~ ’ + Most trips are through dusty areas. You frequently tow a traileror use a carrier on topof your vehicle.
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I MaintenanceSchedule I I 3,000 Miles (5000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service.* DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service.* 0Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage, trarwnission shift linkage, parking brake cable guides, underbody contact points and linkage (or every6 months, whichever occurs first).
_-i Maintenance Schedule . . I 1 I 9,000 Miles (15 000 km) 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) I7 Change the rear axle gear lubricant if vehicle is used to pull a trailer or has Change engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.* limitid-slip differential.
1 ~~ MaintenanceSchedule I ~ I 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil andfilter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service.* 0Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage, transmission shift linkage, parking brake cable guides, underbodycontact-points and linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service.
I MaintenanceSchedule I .I 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) 21,000 Miles (35 000 km) 0Change engineail and filter (or ,every 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission ControlService.* 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Conttol Service.* 0Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage, transmission shift linkage, parking brake cable guides, underbody contact points and linkage (or every6 months, whichever occurs first). 0Rotate tires.
1 MaintenanceSchedule I I 22,500 Miles (37 500 km) 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) 0Change the rear axle gear lubricant if 0Change engine oil and filter (or every vehicle is used to pull a trailer. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE I SERVICED BY: 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service.* 0Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage, transmission shift linkage, parking brake cable guides, underbody contact points and linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first).
~ I ~ - Maintenance Schedule I ~ ~~ 27,000 Miles (45 000 km) 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service? 7-12 3 months, whicheveroccurs first). An Emission ControlService.* 0Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage, transmission shiftlinkage, parking brake cable guides, underbody contact points and linkage (or every6 months, whichever occurs first).
I MaintenanceSchedule I I 30,000 Miles (50 000 knz) (Continued) what to use. Inspect hoses.Clean radiator, Inspect fuel tank,cap and lines for damage condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure or leaks. Inspectfuel cap gasket for any test the cooling system and pressure cap. damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. An EmisdonControl Service.? 0Clean and repack the fkont wheel bearings (or atRotate tires.
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I MaintenanceSchedule I I 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) 0Change the rear axle gear lubricant if vehicle is used to pull a trailer. I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE 39,000 Miles (65 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Maintenance ScheduleI 42,000 Miles (70 000 km) 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whicheveroccurs first). An Emission Control Service? Clean andrepack the front wheel bearings (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first). 0Inspect air cleanerfilter if you are driving in dusty conditions.Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service. 3 months, whichever occursfirst).
I MaintenanceSchedule I I 48,000 Miles (80 000 km) 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change automatic transmission fluid and 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.* 0Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage, transmission shift linkage, parking brake cable guides, underbody contact points and linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first).
! I I Maintenance Schedule I I 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) 52,500 Miles (87500 km) El Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change the rear axle gear lubricant if vehicle is used to pull a trailer. 3 months, whicheveroccurs first). An Emission Control Service.
I Maintenance Schedule I I 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) 57,000 Miles (95 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.* 17 Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage, transmission shift linkage, parking brake cable guides, underbody contact points and linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). Rotate tires.
Maintenance ScheduleI 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every I to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, 3 months, whichever occurs first). condenser, pressurecap and neck. Pressure An Emission Control Service.* test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. [7 Lubricate the suspension, steeringlinkage, transmission shift linkage, parking brake Inspect spark plug wires.
I MaintenanceSchedule I I 63,000 Miles (105 000 km) 66,000 Miles (110 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service.* DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service.* 0Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage, transmission shift linkage, parking brake cable guides, underbody contact points and linkage (or every6 months, whichever occurs first).
I Maintenance Schedule I I 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) 69,000 Miles (115 000 km) 0Change the rear axle gear lubricant if 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. * vehicle is used to pull a trailer.
I MaintenanceSchedule I I 72,000 Miles (120 000 km) 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service.* 0Clean and repack the front wheel bearings (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first). 0Change the rear axle gear lubricant if vehicle is used to pulla trailer. 0Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions.Replace filter if necessary.
_ ~ ~ _ FMaintenance Schedule I 78,000 Miles (130 000 km) I 81,000 Miles (135 000 km). $ 0Change engine oiland filter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Sewice. * DATE 7-24.
1 MaintenanceSchedule I I 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) 84,000 Miles (140 000 km) 0Change the rear axle gear lubricant if 0Change engine oil and filter (or every vehicle is used to pull a trailer. 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.* 0Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage, transmission shift linkage, parking brake cable guides, underbody contact points and linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first).
' I ~ ~. Maintenance ScheduleI 87,000 Miles (145 000 km) 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.* 0Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage, transmission shiftlinkage, parking brake cable guides, underbodycontact points and linkage (or every6 months, whichever occurs first). 0Clean and repackthe front wheel bearings (or at each brakerelining, whichever occurs first).
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I Maintenance Schedule I 93,000 Miles (155 000 k m ) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs fist). An Ehtis~~~on Control Service.
I I ! MaintenanceSchedule I I 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) 99,000 Miles(165 000 km) 0Change the rear axle gear lubricantif 0Change engine oil and filter (or every vehicle is used to pull a trailer. 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service.
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1 MaintenanceSchedule I1 1 The services shownin this schedule up to100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 km)at the same intervals. * Your vehicle has an Engine OilLife Monitor. This monitor will show you when to change the oil -- usually between 3,000 miles (5 000 km)and 7,500 miles (12 500 km)since your lastoil change. Under severe Footnotes conditions, the indicator may come on before 3,000 miles (5 000 km). Never drive your vehicle more The U.S.
7,500 Miles (12 500 km) 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice? 0Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage, transmission shift linkage, parkmg brake cable guides, underbody contact points and linkage (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
I Maintenance Schedule I1 ‘1 22,500 Miles (37 500 km) 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice.* 17 Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage, transmission shift linkage, parking brake cable guides, underbody contact points and linkage (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
1. Maintenance Schedule I1 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) (Continued) 37,500 Miles (62 500 k t ) condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressurecap. An Emission Control Service. 0Inspect spark plug wires.An Emission Control Service.? 17 Replace aircleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replaceparts as needed. An Emission Control Service.
45,000 Miles (75 000 km) 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) 17 Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change automatic transmission fluid and 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.* 0Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage, transmission shift linkage, parking brake cable guides, underbody contact points and linkage (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
b . ’,. Maintenance ScheduleI1 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Ch’angeengine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service.* Lubricate the suspension, steeringlinkage, transmission shiftlinkage, parking brake cable guides, underbodycontact points and linkage (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
1 60,000 Miles (100 000km) (Continued) condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. 0Inspect spark plug wires.An Emission Control Service.? 0Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspectfuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service.
75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 82,500 Miles (137 500km) 0Change engine oil andfilter (or every 17 Change engine oil andfilter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.* 0Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage, transmission shift linkage, parhng brake cable guides, underbody contact points and linkage (or every12 months, whichever occurs first). 12 months, whichever occurs first).
1. Maintenance Schedule I1 ‘b . -m-~ 90,000 Miles (1501Y00 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service.* Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage, transmission shift linkage, parkingbrake cable guides, underbody contact points and linkage (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0Clean and repack the front wheel bearings (or ateach brake relining, whichever occurs first).
I Maintenance Schedule I1 97,500 Miles (142 500 km) 100,000 Miles (144 000 km) I7 Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Replace spark plugs.An Emission 12 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. * 0Lubricate the suspension, steeringlinkage, transmission shift linkage, parking brake cabie guides, underbody contact pointsand linkage (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0Rotate tires.
Part B: Owner Checksand Services Windshield Washer Fluid Level Listed below are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified help to ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Check the windshield washerfluid level inthe windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary. See “Windshield Washer Fluid”in the Index for further details. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
3. Try to ,startthe engine in each gear.The starter should-workonly inPARK p)or NEUTRAL (N). If the starterworks in any other pt%ition, your vehicie ’ needs service. Brake-’IkansmissimShift Interlock --, BTSI Starter Switch 1. Before you start, besure you have enoughroom around the vehicle.It should be parkedon a level surface. 1. ,Beforeyou start, be sure you haveenough room around the vehicle. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see “Parking Brake” in the Indexif necessary) and the regular brake.
Steering ColumnLock While parked, andwith the parking brake set, try toturn the key toLOCK in each shiftlever position. The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). 0 The key should come out only in LOCK. Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission PARK (P) Mechanism Check Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehiclefacing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake.
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Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants USAGE NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or sy-yification may be obtained from your GM dealer. I USAGE Engine Oil Engine Coolant Coolant Supplement . ~ ~. _ _~ . . - .C_- - . -- - .., : FLUIDLUBRICANT Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines “Starburst” symbol of the proper viscosity. To deterrnine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see “Engine Oil” in the Index.
~ USAGE ___ Chassis Lubrication Front Wheel Bearings Rear Axle (Standard Differential) Rear M e (Zimited-Slip Differential) Windshield Washer Solvent 7-46 USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT ~~ Hood Latch Assembly, Pivots, Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Hood, Door, Tailgate and Rear Compartment Lid Hinges, Rear Folding Seat and Fuel Door Hinge Grease, High Tempefature -Water Spray Resistant(GM Part No. 12345996 or equivalent). Weatherstrip i Conditioning Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No.
Part E: MaintenanceRecord After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer readingand who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. Any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance”can be added on the^ following record pages.Also, you should retainall maintenance receipts.Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them.
I Mpiptenance Record ~~~~ DATE ODOMETER READING SERVJCED BY 7 7-48 MAnVTENANCE PERF -2MED ~
Section 8 Customer Assistance Information I STEP ONE -- Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management. Normally, concerns can often be quickly resolved at that level. If the matter has already been reviewed with theSales, Service, or Parts Manager, contact the ownerof the dealershipor the General Manager.
Forpromptassistance,pleasehave the following information available to give the Customer Assistance ....: >,.:,. !i,.f:..y: .),. . :-:.;.:!. , ~ Representative: . ..*'.. .... . - .. ,p' , 0 8' , . ,. ~ , Your name, address, home and business telephone numbers WhencontactingBuick,pleaserememberthatyour Concern will likely be resolved in the dealership, using the ~ dealership's ~ ~ ~ facilities, ~ ~equipment ~ : and ~ personnel. ; ~ ~ That is why ~ .
Both Buick and your Buick dealer are committed to To file a claim, you will be asked to provide your name making sure youare completely satisfied with your new and address, your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), vehicle. Our experience has shownif athat, situation arises and a statementof the natureof your complaint. where youfeel your concern has not been adequately Eligibility is limited by vehicle age and mileage, and addressed, the Customer Satisfaction Procedure described other factors.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT If you livein Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify Transport Canada,in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited.You may write to: Transport Canada Box 8880 Ottawa, Ontario K1G 3J2. REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us.
Courtesy Transportation Roadside Assistance To Buick Motor Division, Quality Means Service -- and service means “keeping you on the road.” Buick Motor Divisionis proud to offer Buick Roadside Assistance to customers for vehicles covered underthe 36 month/36,000 mile new car warranty (whichever comes first).
Canada Roadside Assistance Service bulletins covering various subjects are regularly sent to all General Motors dealerships/retail facilities. GM monitors product performancein the field. When service methods are found which promote better service on GM vehicles, bulletins are created to help the technician perform better service. Service bulletins may Service and Owner Publications involve any numberof vehicles.
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Section 9 Index Adding Automatic Transmission Fluid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6- 16 BrakeFluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-23 ElectricalEquipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2- 17. 3- 18. 6-49 Engine Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-18 EngineQil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9 Power Steering Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-20 3 .18 Sound Equipment . . .
Trammission S~hift Interlock . . . . . . . . . . 2.20.2.25. 7.42 Warning Light ............................... 2-58 Wear ...................................... 6-24 S r W g .................................... 4.5. 4 .8 Break.In. New Vehicle .......................... 2-14 BTSI (Brake-Transmission Shift Interlock) 2.20.2.25. 7.42 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-55 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-30 Front ReadingLamps~. . . . . . . .
Cornering Lamp andParkingEurn Signal Bulb Replacement ............................. 6-26 Courtesy Transportation ........................... 8-5 Cruise Control ................................. 2-34 Erasing Speed Memory........................ 2-38 Getting Out of ............................... 2-37 Increasing Speed ............................. 2-36 Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-65 Passing Another Vehicle ....................... 2-37 ReducingSpeed .....
6-3 2-26 7-44 2-28 1-44 2-65 Gate Ajar Light ................................ GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-27 Glass.Cleaning ................................ 6-44 GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-27 6-42 Fabric Cleaning ............................... Fancontrol .................................... 3-1 FillingYourTank ................................ 6-5 Filter, Air ..................................... 6-12 Finishcare ..................
K e y Lock Cylinder ............................ Keys .......................................... . I 7-42 2-1 Lamps ...................................... 2-38 Daytime Runtling ............................ 2-40 Lane Change Indicator ........................... 2-30 Leaving Your Vehicle ............................. 2-4 EngineRunning ............................. 2-24 Light Sensor. Twilight Sentinel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-39 Lights. Warning Air Bag Readiness ...................... 1.20.
safety Belts ................................... 1-7 Adults ..................................... 1-12 Care ....................................... 6-44 Center Passenger Position...................... 1-26 Children ................................... 1-30 DriverPosition .............................. 1-12 Extender ................................... 1-44 How to Wear Properly ........................ 1-12 1-26 LapBelt ................................... 1-12 Lap-ShoulderBelt ...........................
. Tire Chains .................................... 6-40 Tire Loading ................................... 4-27 Tires ......................................... 6-32 Alignment and Balance ........................ 6-38 ChangingaFlat .............................. 5-18 Inflation .................................... 6-33 Inspection and Rotation ....................... 6-34 Temperature ................................ 6-37 Traction .................................... 6-37 Treadwear ..............................
