1993 Buick Skylark Owner's Manual

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This manual includesthe latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes in the ..... product after that time without further notice. For vehicles For.Canadian Owners,%Who Prefer a first sold in Canada, substitutethe name "General Motors of Canada Limited" for Buick Motor Division whenever it French Language Manual: 3 Walter Marr.and Thomas But& before the company had built 40. On Bnick’s succdss, Durant createda holding company, September 16, 1908. He called it General Motors.

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Motor Trend magazine namedthe 1962 Buick Special . , ,. .,,_ “Car of the Year”. The first production V-6 engine was used in the Special.

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Ed Mertz, GeneralManager, Buick Motor Division Our mission is simple: 1962 Buick Special “Buick will provide Premium American Motorcars Built insidethe walls of the old buildings in Buick’s backed with services that exceedour customers’ former Flint complex, which formed the cornerstoneof expectations, throughoutthe purchase, ownership, General Motors, Buick City is a state-of-the-art service and repurchase experience.” assembly facility with more than200 robots and other Buicks are SUBSTANTIAL. high-tech equipment.It was completed inthe fall of 1985. Buicks are DISTINCTIVE. Buicks are, and will continueto be, premium American Buicks are POWERFUL. motorcars with smooth power, high performance, rich Buicks are MATURE. detail and comfortable accommodation. 7 ," I

1923 Sport Roadster Table of Contents

How to Use this Manual ...... 10 This part tells you how to use your manual and includes safety and vehicle damage warnings & symbols. Seats and Safety Belts ...... :...... 13 This part tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. FeaturesandControls ...... 61 This part explains how to start and operate your Buick. Comfort Controls and AudioSystems ...... 119 This part tells you how to adjust the ventilation & comfort controls and how to operate your sound system. YourDrivingandtheRoad ...... 137 Here you’ll find helpful information and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions. ProblemsontheRoad ...... 185 This part tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or engine overheating. ServiceandAppearanceCare ...... 215 Here the manual tells you how to keep your Buick running properly and looking good. Maintenanceschedule ...... 265 This part tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use. Customer Assistance Information ...... 285 This part tells you how to contact Buick for assistance and how to get service publications. It also gives you information on “Reporting Safety Defects.’’ Index ...... 293 Here’s an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. You can use it to quickly find something you want to read.

9 How to Use This Manual You willalso find red a circle with a slashthrough it in this book. Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to endwhen they ,first receive their new vehicle.This - This safety symbol means will help you learn about the features and controls for “Don’t,’’ “Don’tdo this,” your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures or “Don’t let this happen.” and words work together to explain things quickly. Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. We use yellow and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning.

In the yellow caution area, we tell you what the hazard is. Then we tell you what doto to help avoid or reduce the hazard. Please read these cautions.If you don’t, you or others could be hurt. I

10 Vehicle Damage- Warnings- In the blue notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage - --x,in this bookJ -.-:ill find these blue notices: :z would not be covered by your warranty, andit could be costly. But the notice will tell you whatto do to help avoid the damage. When you read other manuals, you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warningsin different colors or in different words. In this manual, we’ve usedthe familiar words and colors that Buick has usedfor years. You’ll also see warning labels on your vehicle. They use the same colors, andthe words CAUTION or NOTICE.

11 ~ Vehicle Symbols These symbols Here are some are used on other symbols These are some of the symbols you will.find -onyour vehicle. warning and you may see: indicator lights: For example, These symbols These symbols These symbols FUSE these symbols are important have to do with are on some of ENGINE are used on an for you and your lights: your controls: COOLANT F- original battery: your passengers TEMP *- whenever your CI0s vehicleis WINDSHIELD ' ' ' CAUTION driven: BATTERY . WASHER CHARGING INJURY SYSTEM RAD10 k -tO -1 VOLUME PROTECT TU-RN WINDSHIELD SIGNALS WASHER EYES BY e 9 8 SHIELDING Q FASTEN 4 SEAT RADIATOR CONDITIONINGAIR CAUSTIC COOLANT a e DEFROSTER BA~~RY BELTS wI*DsHIELDw TRUNK ACID COULD HATCHBACK CAUSE REAR FUEL @ RELEASE BURNS POWER WINDOW Ltft, WINDOW DEFOGGER ENGINE OIL AVOID PRESSURE e,LIGHTER 1-i SPARKS OR FLAMES VENTILATING HIGH ORBEAM = FAN =o HORN 3f TEMPOIL SPARK OR ,\I/, & FLAME FOG LAMPS HEADLAMP - COULD pq # 0 WASHER EQ ANTILOCK (@) EXPLODE WIPER BRAKE SPEAKER BATTERY L 12 Part 1 Seats And Safety Belts

Here you’ll find information aboutthe seats in your Buick and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things you shouldnot do with safety belts. Part 1 includes: SeatsandSeatControls ...... 14 HeadRestraints ...... 18 . .. SafetyBelts They’re for Everyone ...... 21 WhySafetyBeltsWork ...... 23 Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts ...... 27 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ...... 28 Adults ...... 28 DriverPosition ...... 29 Lap-ShoulderBelt ...... 29 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ...... 35 PassengerPositions ...... 36 Children ...... 44 SmallerChildren and Babies ...... 44 ChildRestraints ...... 46 LargerChildren ...... 56 SafetyBeltExtender ...... 59 Checking Your RestraintSystem ...... 59 Replacing Safety.Belts After a Crash ...... 60

13 ?r r .z : -.I .~ ::e ; ’ Seats and Seat Controls This section tellsyou about the seats-- how to adjust them, and also about reclining front seatbacks, and head restraints.

I Manual Seat

You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manualdriver’s seat while the vehicle is I moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push apedal when Move the lever underthe front seat to unlock it. Slide you don’t want to. Adjust thedriver’s seat only the seat to where you want it. Then release the lever and w’ n the vehicle is not mo\-’-g. 1 try to move the seat with your body, to make sure the I seatis locked in place. Four Way Manual Seat - Drivers Seat Only Manual Lumbar Support (Option) (Gran Sport - Driver's Seat Only) If you have this feature, you have the lumbar control on the right sideof the seatback.

Rotate the control clockwise(to the right) to increase the SUDDO~~. lumbar back support.To decrease the 11 ' rotate the If you have this option,you have two levers under the control counterciockwise(to the left). front edge of the seat. The lever near the outerside of the seat unlocks the seat allowing it to slide forward and backs The lever nearthe center allows you to tilt the seat up and down.

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But don’t have a seatback reclinedif your vehicle is moving.

17 Head Restraints CAUTION: (Continued) The, shoulderbelt can't do its job because it won't be againstyour body. Instead, it willbe in Y front of you. In a crash you coulddo into it, receiving neck or otherinjuries. The lap belt can't.do its job either. In a crash' the belt couldgo up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at your pelvic bones. This couldcause serious internal injuries. For proper protection when the vehicleis in motion, have the seatbackupright. Then sit well back in the seat and wear you afety belt properly.

Slide the head restraintup or down so that the topof the restraint is closest to thetop of your ears. This position reduces the chanceof a neck injury in a crash. Front Seatback Latches(Two-Door Models) To fold a front seatback The front seatback folds forward to let people get into forward, push the the back seat. seatl&kj' , toward the re& '&$.: you lit .this : Your seatback will move back and forth freely, unless latch. Then the you come to a sudden stop. Then it will lock in place. ,seatbak will fold There's one timethe seatback may not fold without forward. The latch some help from you. That's if your vehicle is parked must be down for the going down a fairly steep hill. seat to work. .properly.

19 Folding Rear Seatback (Option) Withfoldingrear the I seatbacks you can carry long cargo by folding down I: part or allof the rear seat. Pull this strapto fold down

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E When you fold the seatback up, push the oftop the seat.

20 Easy Entry Seat Option (Two-Door Models) Safety Belts: They’reFor Everyone The right front seatof your vehicle makes it easy to get This part of the manual tells you howto use safety belts in and outof the rear seat. properly. It also tells you some thingsyou should notdo When you tilt the right front seatback fully forward, with safety belts. the whole seat willslide forward. After someone getsinto the rear seat area, move the /!\ CAUTION: right front seatback to its original position. Then I move the seat rearward untilit locks. Don’t let anyone ride where they can’t wear a safety belt properly. If youare in a crash and you’re not wearing a safety belt, your injuries can be much worse. You can hit things insidethe vehicle or be ejected from it. You can be If an easy entry right frontseat isn’t locked, it seriously injured orkilled. In the same crash, you can move. In a sudden stop orcrash, the person might notbe if you are buckled up. Always fasten

sitting there could be injured. After you’ve used ~ your safety belt, and check that your passengers’ it, be sure to push rearward on an easy entry belts are fastened properly too. seat to be sure it is locked. I

@ To get out, again tilt the seatback fully forward.

21 I Why SafetyBelts Work When you ride in or on anything,you go as fast as it goes.

When the bike hits the block,it stops. But the child keeps going!

For example, if the bike is going10 mph (16 km/h), so is the child.

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Take the simplest "cat" Suppose it's just a seat on wheels.

24 or the instrument panel... or the safety belts! With safety belts,you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time tostop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones takethe forces. That's why safety belts make such good sense. Here Are Questions Many People Ask safety belts, not insteadof them. Every “airbag’’ system ever offeredfor sale has required the useof About Safety Belts-- and the safety belts. Even if you’rein a vehicle that has “air Answers bags,” you still haveto buckle up to getthe most Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after .an protection. That’strue not only in frontal collisions, accident if I’m wearinga safety belt? but especiallyin side and other collisions. A: You could be -- whether you’re wearing a safety &: If I’m a good driver, and I never drivefar from belt or not. But youcan easily unbuckle a safety home, why should I wearsafety belts? belt, evenif you’re upside down. And your chance A: You may be an excellent driver, butif you’re in an, of being consciousduring and after an accident, so accident -- even one that.isn’t your fault -- you and youunbuckle and get out, is muchgreater if your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver you are belted. doesn’t protect you from things beyond your Q: Why don’t theyjust put in air bags so people control, suchas bad drivers. won’t have to wear safety belts? Most accidents occur within 25 miles (40 km) of A: “Air bags,” or Supplemental Inflatable Restraint home. And the greatest number of serious injuries systems, are in some vehicles today and will inbe and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph more of them in the future. But they are (65 km/h). supplemental systems only-- so they work with Safety beltsare for everyone.

27 Safety Belt Warning Light How To Wear Safety Belts Properly When the keyis turned Adults to “Run” or “Start,” a This section is only for peopleof adult size. tone will come onfor about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, I .El CAUTION: unless the driver’s There arespecial things to know about safety safety belt is buckled. belts and children. And there are different rules for babies and smaller children. If a child willbe riding in your Buick, seethe section after this one, called “Children.” Follow those rules for :The safety belt light willalso come on and stay on for everyone’s protection. ‘about’aminute. If the driver’s belt is buckled, neither =I~ ;the tone nor the light will come on. First, you’ll want toknow which restraint systems your vehicle has. We’ll start with the driver position.

If your safety b ~ lig ~ ever comes on or stays on after the front doorsare closed and the driver’s belt is buckled, haveyour vehicle fixed. If you don’t, you might not have the protection you’d need in a crash. Cars First Sold In Canada Automatic Lap-Shoulder Belt Was your Buick first sold, when new, in Canada? it(If 1 was; a sticker on the driver’sdoor will say “conformsto all applicable Canada motor v.ehicle...” etc.) If so, then the rest of Part 1 does not apply to your vehicle. To learn how to use your safety belts, please read the Owner’s Manual Safety BeltSupdement. It comes with every new Buick first sold in Canada. Driver Position This section describes the driver’s restraint system.

This safety belt is called “automatic” becauseyou don’t have to buckleup when you get into your vehicle.

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And you don’t haveto unbuckle when you get out. The lap belt should beworn as low on the hips as Just get into your vehicle. Then close and lock the door. possible. In a crash, this appliesforce to the strong Adjust the seat (to see how, see “Seats” in the Index)so pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely toslide you can sit up straight. lap belt.If you slid underit, the belt wouldY applyorce the at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt shouldgo over the shoulder and across the chest. Theseparts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks if there’sa sudden stop ora crash.

30 It’s possible thatan automatic belt could keep you from To reattach the automatic belt: fully opening a door. That can happen if the door was 1. Close and lock the door. slammed shut very hard. Just closethe door all theway, then slowly open it.If that doesn’t fix it, then your 2. Adjust the seat (to see how, see “Seats” in the Index) Buick needs service. so you can sit up straight. We hope you’ll always keep your automatic belt buckled. However, you may need to unbuckleit in an emergency. To unbuckle the automatic belt,just push the button on the buckle.

3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt acrossyou. Don’t let it get twisted. 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle untilit clicks.

31 /I\ CAUTION: I You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is I too loose. In a crash you would move forward too much, which could significantly increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. &gpE?&;?:: @ What’s wrong with this? n 1 /i\ CAUTION:

~ You can be seriously injured ifyour belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt wouldgo up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones. Thiscould cause serious internalinjuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest Lyou.

A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.

33 @’ What’s wrong with this? n A CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash,your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which aren’t asstrong as shoulder bones. You could alsoseverely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen. i Right Front Passenger Position

The right front passenger’s safety belt works the same way as the driver’s safety belt. See “Driver Position,” earlier in this part. I

The best way to protect the fetus is to protectthe mother. When a safety beltis worn properly, it’s .more likely that the fetus won’t be hurtin a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone,the key to making safety belts effectiveis wearing them properly.

Lap-Shoulder Belt 2. Push the latch plate intothe buckle until it clicks. I The positions next to the windows have lap-shoulder belts. Here’s how to wear one properly.

If the belt stops beforeit reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling untilyou can buckle it. 1 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. If the belt is not long enough, see “Safety Belt 1 Don’tlet itget twisted. Extender’’ at the end of this section.Make sure the release buttonon the buckle faces upward or outward so you would be able to unbuckle it quickly if you ever had to. I 38 n n

3. To make the lap part tight, pull down'onthe buckle end of the belt as you pull upon the shoulder part.

The safety beltlocks if there's a sudden stop or a crash.

39 Rear Safety BeltComfort Guides for A CAUTION: Children and Small Adults You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is I Your .vehicle may be equipped with rear shoulder belt too loose. In a crash you would move forward comfort guides. This feature will provide added comfort too much, whichcould increase injury. The for children, who have outgrown child restraints, forand shoulder belt shouldfit against yourbody. small adults.If your vehicledoes not have comfort guides, you may ask your dealer to order and install them for you. The comfort guides pull the shoulder belts away fi-omthe neck and head.

To unlatch the belt,just push the button on the buckle. There is one guidefor each outside passenger position in 2. Slide the guide under and past the belt.The elastic the rear seat.You will find them tucked in betweenthe cord must be under the belt. Then, place.the guide seat back and the interior body, about half-way down the over the belt, and insertthe two edgesof the belt into edge of the seat back. Here is howyou should installthe the slots of the guide.

41 To remove and store the comfort guides,just perform these steps in reverse .order. Squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them outfrom the guides. Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip, and then slide the guide onto the clip. Rotate the guide and clip inward andin between the seat back and the interior body, leaving only the loopof elastic cord exposed.

Center Passenger Position

4. Buckle the belt aroundthe child, and make sure that U both the lap belt and the shoulder belt are secured properly. Make sure thatthe shoulder belt crosses the shoulder. See “Safety Belts, Rear’ Seat Passengers” in the Index.

42 When you sit ina center seating position,you have a lap Buckle, positionand release it the sameway as the lap safety belt, which has no retractor.To make the belt part of a lap-shoulder belt.If the belt isn’t long enough, longer, tilt the latch plate and pullalong it the belt. see “Safety Belt Extender’’at the end of this section. To make the belt shorter, pull itsfree end as shown until Make sure the release button on the buckle faces upward the beltIs snug. or outward so you would be ableto unbuckle it quickly if you ever had to.

43 Children

A CAUTION: Smaller children and babiesshould always be restrained in a child or infant restraint. The instructions for the restraint will say whether it is I the right type and sizefor your child. A very young child’s hipbones are so small that a regular belt might not stay low on the hips, as it should. Instead, thebelt will likely be over the child’s abdomen. In a crash the belt would apply force right onthe child’s abdomen, which could cause serious or fatal injuries. So, be sure that any child small enoughfor one is always Droperly restrainedin a child or infant restra

Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants andall children smaller than adult size. In fact, the law in every state and Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.

44 A CAUTION: Never hold a baby in your arms while riding ina vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much -- until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can’t hold it. For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12-pound (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240-pound (110 kg) force onyour arms. The babywould be almost impossible tohold.

L Child Restraints Be sure to follow theinstructions for the restraint.You I A CAUTION: may find these instructionson the restraint itself or ain An unsecured child restraint can move aroundin booklet, or both. These restraints use the belt system in a collision or sudden stop and injure peoplein your vehicle, but the childalso has to be secured within the vehicle. Be sure to properly secure any child the restraint to help reduce the chanceof personal injury. restraint in your vehicle -- even when no childis The instructions that come withthe infant or child in it. restraint will show you how todo that. 1 Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that childrenare safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than thefront seat. We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraintin the rearseat .unless the child anis infant and you’re the only adultin the vehicle. In that case, you might want to secure the restraintin the front

seat where you can keep aneye on the baby. !., . ...: 2 ;. ,% #;$,:<.. 3, Wherever you install it, be sure to secure the child . . <- I restraintproperly.

1. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions 4. Buckle the belt. Make surethe release button faces for the child restraint. upward or outward,so you'll be able to unbuckle it quickly if you ever need to. z4 ,Secure the childin the child restraint as the .. :instructiom say.

3. Pull out the vehicle's safety belt and run the lap part through or around the restraint.The child restraint instructions will show you how. Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed.

See if the shoulder belt wouldgo in front of the child's face or neck. If so, put it behindthe child restraint.

48 5. To tighten the belt, pullup on the shoulder belt while you push downon the child restraint.

To remove the child restraint,just unbuckle the vehicle's safety belt andlet it go backall the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to workfor an adult or larger child passenger.

49 a 1. Make the. beltas long as possible by tilting the latch Securing:Y Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position plate adpulling it along-thebelt.

When you securea child restraint ina center seating position, you’ll be using the lap belt.

See the earlier section. I’ !,;F about Ft the to$ strap if the child . ” .: .<,~~~~~~~~~,~~.‘:;,,$ i .+*) +,“.#kg! restraint has one. I.l.. r.: ::.,.:,* -~ ._

2. Put the restrainton the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 3. Secure the childin 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.

5. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button faces upward or outward, so you’ll be able to unbuckle it quickly if you ever need to. 6. To tighten the belt, pull itsfree end while you push down on the child restraint.

I 51 Your dealer can get these and install the hardware for you. It’s free. The special beltis GM Part Number 12340286. Your dealer can find the correct hardwarein the accessory section of the GM Parts Catalog.

To use a child restraint here, you will need a special Si infant/child seat attaching belt and the hardware that goes with it. See the earlier section about the top strap if the child restraint has one.

I Once the special hardwareis installed, please follow the 2. Snap one hook of the infant/child seat attaching belt instructions withit and these steps: near the floor at the door side of the seat. 1. Unbuckle the automatic lap-shoulder belt by pushing the button on the buckle.

It will stay on the door, ready to be rebuckledfor use by adults or older children.

53 4. You can make the belt longer by tilting the buckle and pulling it along the belt.

5. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 6. Secure the child in the child restraintas the instructions say. 7. Run the belt throughor around the child restraint. 9. To make it tight, pullthe belt while you push down The child restraint instructions will showyou how. on the child restraint.If the belt won’t stay tight, switch it end for end. 8. Put the hook on tkfree end through the slot in the latch plate.

directions-to be sureit is secure.

55 Tu remove the infantlchild seat restraint: 1. Push the button on the safety belt buckleand remove the special latch plate. Leavethe latch plateon the special belt.

2. Push the spring on the hook near the door and remove the special 'belt.

56 6 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 weara lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restrainta shoulder belt can provide. Accident statistics show that childrenare safer if they are restrained in the rear seat. But they needto use the safety belts properly.

0 Children who aren't buckled up can be thrown out in a crash.

* Children who aren't buckkd up can strike other people who are.

I1 57 f&’ What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the childis so small that the shoulder beltis very close to the child’sface OF neck? A: Move the child toward the centerof the vehicle, but be sure that the shoulder beltstill is on the child’s shoulder, so that in a crash the child’s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide.If the child is so small that the shoulder belt is still very close to the child’s face or neck, you might want to place the childin the center seat position, the one that has only a lap belt. Wherever the childsits, the lap portion of the belt should be worn low, snug below the hips, andjust touching the child’s thighs.This applies beltforce to the Ghild’s pelvic bonesin a crash. Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. The automatic lap-shoulder belt has plenty of extra length builtin, so it will fasten around almost all people. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender. It’s free. Whenyou go in to order it, take the heaviest coatyou will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you. The extender will be just for you, and just for the seatin your vehicle that you choose. Don’t let someoneelse use it, and use it only for the seat it is made to fit. To wearit, just attach it to the regular safety belt. Checking Your Restraint Systems Here a childis sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder partis behind Now and then, make sureall your belts, buckles, latch the child. If the child wears the beltin this way, in plates, retractors, anchorages and reminder systems are a crash the child might slide under the belt. The working properly. Lookfor any loose partsor damage. belt’s force would then be applied righton the If you see anything that might keepa restraint system child’s abdomen. That could cause seriousor from doingits job, have it repaired. fatal injuries.’

59 Replacing Safety Belts Aftera Crash e.' What's wrong with this? '1 If you've had a crash, do you need new belts? After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the belts were stretched,as they would be if worn during a more severe crash, then you need new belts. If belts are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision damage also may mean you will have to have safety belt parts, like the retractor, replaced or anchorage locations repaired -- even if the belt wasn't being used at the time of the collision. If your seat adjuster won't work after a crash, the special part of the safety belt that goes through the seat to the adjuster may need to be replaced.

A: The belt is torn.

I /!\ CAUTION: Torn 'or frayed belts may not,lprotect you in a crash. They caln rip apart under impact forces. It, a belt is twn 'or ff rayed, g,et a new one right away. Part 2 Features & Controls Keys The ignition keys are for the ignition only. CAUTION: Leaving young childrenin a vehicle with the ignition keyis dangerous for many reasons.A " I child or others couldbe badly injuredor even killed.

The door keys are for the doors and all other locks.

62 a From the inside: To lock the door, slide the lock control rearward.

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To unlock the door, slide the lock control forward. Power Door Locks

Automatic Door Locks Just close your doors and turn on theignition. All of the doors will lock when you move your shift lever outof “P” (Park) or “N’(Neutra1). Each time you close your doors and turn on the ignition, thedoors will lock automatically only once.If someone needsto get out while the vehicle is running, have that person use the

65 Remote., Trunk Release Remote Trunk Release Lockout The trunk releaseis on the The lockout switch, located floor between the driver's on the inside of the trunk seat and the door. Pull up lid, allows you to disable on the lever with the open the remote trunk release trunk symbol to release the inside the passenger trunk lock. B -_- compartment, With the ..n: lockout control in the OFF position, yowcan use the remote trunk release.You must use the trunk key when the lockout controlis in the ON position.

This lockout featureis only available on vehicles that do not have the Remote Keyless Entry System.

66 Remote Keyless Entry System This device complies with Part15 of the FCC Rules. (Option) Operation is subjectto 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 interferenceto this system occur,try this: Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary. See the instructions on battery replacement. Check the distance. You may be too far from your vehicle. This product has a maximum range. Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. See your Buick dealer or a qualified technician for service. If your Buick has this option, you can lock and unlock Changes or modifications to this system by other than an your doors or unlock yourtrunk from upto 30 feet (9 m) authorized service facility could void authorization to away using the key chain transmitter supplied withyour use this equipment. vehicle Your Remote Keyless Entry System operates on a radio frequency subjectto Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules.

67 Operation vehicles.) Each vehicle can have onlytwo transmitters matched to it. The driver’s door will unlock automatically when See.your dealer to match transmittersto another vehicle. UNLOCK is pressed, If UNLOCK is -pressed twice quickly, all doors will unlock. Battery Replacement All doors will lock whenDOOR is pressed. Under normal use, the batteries in your key chain The trunk will unlock when the truck symbolis pressed, transmitter should last abouttwo years. but only when the transaxleis in “P” (Park.) You can. tellthe batteries are weak if the transmitter Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle won’t work at the normal rangein any location. If you have to get closeto your vehicle before the transmitter Each key chain transmitteris coded to prevent another works, it’s probablytime to change the batteries. transmitter from unlocking your vehicle.If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased through For battery replacementuse your dealer. Rememberto bring the remaining two Duracells batteries, transmitter with you when you goto your dealer. When type DL-20 16, or a similar the dealer matches the replacement transmitterto your type. vehicle, the remaining transmitter mustalso be matched. Once thenew transmitter is coded, the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle. You can match a transmitterto as many different vehicles as you own, provided they are equipped with exactly the same model system. (General Motors offers several different modelsof these systems on their

68 To replace the batteries. Rear Door Security Lock 1. Remove the screw from Your Buick may be equipped with rear door security the back cover,, locksthat help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors of your car from the inside.To use one of these locks: 1. Use a key to move the lever all theway up.

2. Lift off the front cover, bottom halffirst. 3. Remove and replacethe batteries. Put them inas the direction underthe batteries indicate. 4. Replace the front cover. Make sure the cover is on tightly, so water won’t get in. Replace the screw in the back cover. 2. Close the door. 3. Do the same thing to the other rear door lock.

69 The rear doorsof your vehicle cannot be openedfrom Theft inside when this feature isin use. If you want to opena rear door when.the security lock is on: Vehicle theft is big business, especially insome cities. Although your Buick has a numberof theft deterrent 1. Unlock the door from the inside.. features, we know that nothing we puton it can makeit 2. Then open the door from the outside. impossible to steal. However, thereare ways you can help. If you don’t cancel the security lock feature, adults or older children whoride in the rear won’t beable to open Kev in the ipnition: If you walk away from your the rear door from the inside.You should let adults and vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an easy targetfor joy

riders or professional thieves -- don’t do it. . .) .. older children know how these security locks work, and so : .+.,-:.,: <::: .,.,<. , p, how to cancel the locks. When you park your Buick and openthe driver’s’a*oor, To cancel the rear door lock: you’ll hear a tone reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you. Alwaysdo this. 1. Unlock the door from the inside and openthe door Your steering wheel will be locked, andso will your from the outside. ignition and transaxle.And remember to lock the doors. 2. Use a key to move the leverall the way down. Parking at Night: Park in a lighted spot, close all 3. Do the same for the other rear door. windows and lock your vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight. Put them in a storage area,or take . The rear door locks will now work norinally. them with you. ParkinP Lots: If you parkin a lot where someone will New Vehicle 6CBreak-In” be watching your vehicle, it’s bestto lock it up and take your keys. But whatif you haveto leave your ignition key? What if you have to leave something valuablein your vehicle?

0 Put your valuables in a storage area, like your trunk or glove box. Lock the glove box. Lock all the doors except the driver’s. Then take the door key with you. Ignition Key Positions Your square-headed key

opgs.@gs,..r , your ignitionlock. ..

This lock givesyou five different positions. Before you put the keyin, your ignition will be thein Lock position. This position locks your ignition, steering wheel and transaxle. It’s a theft deterrent feature. The other positionslet you perform these functions: ACC: Accessory lets you’use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engineis off. To use “Acc,” push in the key and turnit toward you. Your

72 steering wheel will remain locked,just as it was before Starting .YourEngine you inserted thekey. Engines start differently. The 8th digit of your Vehicle OFF: This position lets you turn off the engine but still Identification Number (VIN)shows the code letter or turn the steering wheel. It doesn’t lockthe steering number for your engine.You will-find the VIN at thetop wheel like “Lock.” Use “Off’” if you must .have your car left of your instrument panel. (See “Vehicle in motion whilethe engine is off. Identification Number” in the Index.) Followthe proper RUN: This is the position for driving. steps to start the engine. START This key position starts your engine. Move your shift lever to“P” (Park) or “N” (Neutral). Your engine won’t start in any other position-- that’s a safety feature;To restart when you’re already moving, use “N’ (Neutral) only.

73 1 To start your L4 2.3 Lites (Code 3) engine: 4. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then Don’t push the acceleratorpedal before starting your stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. engine. some other vehicles you might need todo Try pushing your accelerator pedalall the way to the I In floor and holding it there as you holdthe key in this, but becauseof your vehicle’s computer systems, you don’t. “Start” for about three seconds. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine.If the car starts briefly but Turn your ignition keyto “Start.” When the engine then stops again, do the same thing, but this time starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down keep the pedal about one-quarterof the way down as your engine gets warm. for five or six seconds. If it doesn’t start right away, and the weather is very cold (below -20’ .F,or -29’ C), push the accelerator pedal about one-quarterof the way down while you turn the key to“Start.” Do this until the enginestarts. As soon as it does, letgo of’thekey. electronics in your vehicle.If you add electrical

electrical equipment, check you don’t, your engine rnigh

the part of this Manual that tells how todo it without damaging your vehicle. See “Towin Your Car” in the Index.

74 To start your V6 3.3 Liter (CodeN) engine: 4. If your engine still won’t start (orstarts but then stops), it could be floodedwith too much gasoline. 1. Don’t push the accelerator pedal before starting your Try pushing your accelerator pedalall the way to the engine. In some other vehiclesyou might need to do floor and holdingit there as you hold the key in this, but becauseof your vehicle’s computer systems, “Start ” for about seconds. This clears the extra you don’t. 15 gasoline from the engine. Turn the ignition keyto 2. Turn your ignition keyto “Start.” When the engine “Off.”Wait 10 seconds, then repeat Step3. starts, let go of the key. Theidle speed will go down your engine gets warm. gets engineas your .4 3. If it doesn’t start right away, push the accelerator pedal about one-quarterof the way down while you turn the key to “Start.”Do this until the enginestarts. As soon as it does, let go of the key and the accelerator pedal.

seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor.

75 Driving Through Deep Standing Water 1 A CAUTION: Plugging the cord intoan ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord couldoverheat and cause If you drive too quickly throughdeep puddles 01 a fire. You could be seriously injured. Plug the standing water, water can come in through cord intoa properly grounded three-prong engine’s air intake andbadly damage your 110-volt outlet. If the cord won’t reach, usea engine. If you can’t avoid deep puddles or heavy-duty three-prongextension cord rated for standing water, drive through them very slowly. at least 15 amps. I Engine Block Heater (Option) In very cold weather,O°F (-18 “C) or colder, the engine block heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. To use the block heater: 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. How long should you keep the block heater plugged in? 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt outlet. The answer depends on the weather, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Insteadof trying to list everything here, we ask that you contacta Buick dealer in the area where you’ll be parkingyour vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area. Automatic Transaxle A CAUTION: It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in “P” (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leaveyour vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could beinjured. To be sure your ehicle won’t move, whenyou’re on fairly level ound, always set your parking brake and move e shift lever to “P” (Park). See “Shifting Into ‘P’ There are several different positions for yourshift lever. ark)” in the Index. If you are parking on a hill , if you’re pulling a trailer, also see “Parking on P.(Park) 11s” or “ Towing aTrailer” in the Index. This locks your front wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily. Ensure the shift leveris fully in “P” (Park) range before starting the engine.Your Buick has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to fully apply your regular brake before you can shift from “P”(Park) when the ignition key is in the “Run” position.If you cannot shift out of “P” (Park), ease pressure on the shift lever- push the shift lever all theway into “P,’ (Park) and also release the shift lever button on floorshift console models - as you maintain brake application. Then move

77 1 the shift lever into the gear you wish. (Press the shift lever button before movingthe shift lever on floor shift CAUTION: console models.) See “SI3: ifting’ Outof ‘I?’ (Park)” in this I A section, hifting out of ‘‘P” (Park) or “N” (Neutral) while (Reverse) our engine is “racing” (running at high speed) R s dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on the Use this gearto back rake pedal,your vehicle could move very apidly. You could lose control and hit people or bjects. Don’t shift outof “P” (Park) or “N” [Neutral) while your engine is racing.

To rock your vehicle back and forthto get out of snow, Damage to your transaxle caused by shifting out I ice or sand without damaging your transaxle, see“If of “P” (Park) or “N” (Neutral)with the engine You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Iceor, Snow” in the Index. racing isn’t covered by your warranty. I N (Neutral) In this position, your engine doesn’t connect with the D (Drive) wheels. To restart when you’re already moving,use This position isfor normal driving. “N” (Neutral) only. Also, use“N’ when your vehicle is being towed. 2 (Second Gear) 1 (First Gear) This position gives you more power but lower fuel This position gives you even more power (but lower economy. You can use “2” on hills. It can help fuel economy) than“2.” You can use it on very steep control your speed as you go down steep mountain ’ hills, or in deep snow or mud.If the selector, lever is roads, but thenyou would also want to use your put in “1,” the transaxle won’t shift into first gear brakes off and on. until the vehicle is going slowly enough. ,

Don’t drive in “2” (Second Gear) for more than5 miles (8 km), or at speeds over 55 mph (88 km/h), or youcandamag ansaxl much as possible. Don’t shift into “2” unless you are going slower than 65 mph (105 km/h), or you can damage your engine.

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To release the parking brake: Hold the regular brake pedal down. Pull the brake The parking brake uses the brakeson the rear wheels. release lever.

80 If YOU are on a hill: See“ Parking on Hills” inthe Index. Steering Column Shift Lever That section shows how totuk your front wheels. 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right fuot and If you are towing a trailer andare parking on any hill: set the parking brake. See “ Towing a Trailer” inthe Index. That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving. 2. Move the shift lever into“F”’ (Park) position like this: Shifting Into 44P 99 (Park) I I A CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in “PYy(Park) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, when you’re on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow. If you are parking on a hill, or if you’re pulling a trailer, also see “Parking On Hills” or “Towing a Trailer” in the Index. 0 Pull the lever toward you.

81 2. Move the shift lever into“P” (Park) position like this: Hold in the button on the lever, andpush the lever all the way toward the front of your vehicle.

Move the lever up as far is it will go. 3. Move the ignition keyto “Lock.” 4. Remove the key and takeit with you. If you can walk away from your vehicle with the ignitionkey-in your hand, your vehicleis-in ‘‘P13 (Park).

Console Shift Lever 3. Move the ignition key to “Lock.” 1. Hold the brakeped4 down with your right foot and 4. Remove the key and take it with you.If you can set the parking brake. walk away from your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in“P” (Park).

82 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Shifting Out of 66P 99 (Park) Running Your Buick has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to fully applv your regular brake before you can shift from “P” (Park) when the ignitionis in the “Run” CAUTION: position. See “Automatic Transaxle” in the Index. It can be dangerous,to leave your vehicle with If you cannot shift outof “P” (Park), ease pressureon the engine running. Your vehicle could move the shift lever-- push the shift lever all^ the way into “P” suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in “P” (Park) and also release theshift lever button on floor (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. And,il shift console modelsas you maintain brake application. you leave the vehicle with theengine running, it Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish. (Press could overheat and even catch fire. You or others I the shift lever button before moving shiftthe lever.) If could be injured. Don’t leave your vehic ’ wi you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can’tshift the engine running unless you have to. out of “P” (Park), try this: I 1. Turn the key to “Off.” If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine 2. Apply and hold the brake until the end ofStep 4. running, be sure your vehicle is in“P” (Park) and your parking brake is firmly set beforeyou leave it. After 3. Shift to “N’ (Neutral). you’ve moved the shift leverinto the “P” (Park) 4. Start the vehicle and thenshift to the drive gear you position, hold the regular brake pedal down. Then, if see want. you can move the shift lever away from“P” (Park) without first pulling it toward you (or, if you have the 5. Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you can. console shift lever, withoutfirst pushing the button). If you can, it means that the shift lever wasn’tfully locked into “P” (Park). Parking Over Things That Burn

/1\ CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaustcoming in if: Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. Your vehicle gets rusty underneath. Your vehicle was damaged in a collision. Your vehicle was damaged whendriving over hinh Doints on the road or over road debris. 0 Repairs weren’t done correctly. I Your vehicle or exhatern had been modified improperly. CAUTION: If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your A I vehicle: Things that can burn couldtouch hot exhaust Drive it only with all the windows down to rrts underyour vehicle and ignite. Don’t park blow out any CO; and over papers, leaves,dry grass or other things Have it fixed immediately. 3t can burn. I -RunningYour Engine WhileYou’re ‘Parked It can ‘be dangerous ta get ‘olut lof ,your vehicle if It’s bettern.ot to park with the engine running. But if YOU ‘the shift lever is not fully in T’(Park) witlhtrhe ever have to, here are~samethings tohow. parking brake flirmly set. Yourvehicle can roll. Dm’t leave yaur vehic;le whenthe engine is running unless you have to. If you’ve lefi the enlgine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others cou!ldbe injured. To be sure yow’r

Idling the engine with tfie air 31 em control off vehicle wonlptmove, even when you’re on fair ~ 8couldal~low dangerous exhaust into jour vehilcle level gramd, always set your parkingbrake and’ (see the earlierCawtionunder “‘Engine IExhaust”: move the shift lever to “P” (Park). Also, idling In a Closed-in>place can let‘ ‘dead., Follow the prope!r steps to be sure your vehicle ‘carbon monoxide (CO) into yo~urve,hicle ewn if wm’t move. See “S’hifting Into ‘PB(Park)”’ in the t’hefan switchis at the highest setting. One placl Inde?. P this can happen is agarage. Exhaust -- with CO If you are parking on a hill, or if you’lre pulling a can came in easily. #NEVERpark in a garage with trailer, atso see “Parking OM Hills”’ or “Towing,a the engine running. ‘Trailer” in th’e Index. Another clq3ed8-in; place can be a blizzard. l(See in the Index.) nued:

85 Adjustable Ride Control System 0 Auto - This setting automatically adjusts the system. While traveling at speeds under 47 mph (75 km/h), (Option) the system will adjust to the soft ride. Traveling at speeds faster than47 mph (75 km/h) the system adjusts to a medium ride. 0 Sport - This provides a firm, sporty ride with responsive handling and cQrnering. When Auto or Soft is selected,the system begins in the Sport mode. It will also automatically change back to the Sport mode when the vehicle_---lkes anabrupt start, stop or a sharp turn. The indicator lights for all the buttons will come on for about 5 seconds after the ignition is startedas a system check. If all the indicator lights come on and stay on, there may be a problem.You should have your vehicle inspected. This suspension system option allowsthe driver to adjust the ride comfort according to road conditions. To select a ride comfort option, push oneof these three 1 buttons: i Soft - This provides a smooth, comfortable ride. Power Windows(Option) Your driver's window has an express-down feature. Quickly press and releasethe AUTO switch and the driver's window will open a small amount.If the AUTO switch is pressedfor more than a few seconds,the window will go allthe way down. To stop a power window while it is lowering, press and release the switch. To raise a power window, press and holdthe control for that window. You may also have a lockout switch. PushLOCK to disable the passenger power window switches. This will prevent passengers from opening and closing windows. i The driver can still control all windows with the switch ' in the locked position. Push UNLOCK to use the 1 windowswitches again. I 1 Horn ' To sound the horn, press the horn symbol on either side of the steering wheel. If your car has this option,the controls are near each window.

87 Tilt WheeI (Option)

A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjustthe steering wheel before you drive. You can alsoraise it ,to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle. To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the The lever on the left sideof the steering column lever. Move the steering wheelto a comfortable level, includes your: then release the lever to lock the wheel in place. Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator HeadlightOperation Headlight High-Low Beam & Passing Signal Flash-To-PassFeature 0 Cruise Control (Option) 88 ! Turn Signal and Lane Change A green arrow onthe instrument panel will flash Indicator in the directionof the turn or lane change.

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To signal a lane change,just raise or lower the lever until the green arrow startsto flash. Hold itthere until you complete your lane change.The lever will returnby itself when you release it. As you signal a turnor a lane change,if the arrows don’t The turn signal has two upward (for Right) and two flash butjust stay on, a signal bulb maybe burned out downward (for Left) positions. These positions allow and other drivers won’t see your turnsignal you to signal a turn or a lane change. If a bulbis burned out, replace it to help avoidan To signal a turn, move thelever all the way up or down. accident. If the green arrows don’tgo on at all when you When the turn is finished, the lever will return signal a turn, checkthe fuse (see “Fuses” in the Index) automatically. and for burned-out bulbs.

89 Ihrn Signal tCONSSChime Headlight High-Low Beam A chime will sound if your turn signalis left on after To change the headlights having gone3/4 of a mile, to remindyou to turn your from low beam to high or signal off. high to low, pull the turn signal lever allthe way Operation of Lights toward you. Then releaseit. Although your vehicle’s lighting system (headlights, When the high beams are parking lights, fog lamps,side.marker lights and on, this blue light on the taillights) meet all applicable federal lighting instrument panel also will requirements, certain states and provinces may apply be on. their own lighting regulations that may require special attention before you operate these lights. For example, some jurisdictions may require that you operate your lower beam lights with fog lamps at all times, or that headlights be turned on whenever you must use your Flash-To-Pass Feature windshield wipers. In addition, most jurisdictions prohibit driving solely with parking lights, especially at It lets you use your high beam headlights to signal a dawn or dusk. Itis recommended that you check with driver in frontof you that you wantto pass. It works you own state or provincial highway authority for even if your headlights areoff. I applicable lighting regulations. To use it, pull the multifunction lever toward youlittle a (but not so far that you hear a click). If your headlights are off Your high beam headlights will turn on. They’ll stayon as long as you hold the lever there. Release the lever to turn themoff.

90 If your headlights are on, but on low beam: The The wipers will stop after one cycle.If you want more system works normally. Just pullthe lever until it clicks. cycles,hold the leverdown “MIST”to longer. i Your headlights will shift to high beam and stay there. For steady wipingat low speed, movethe lever to the To return to low beam,just pull the lever toward you. “LOW’ position. For high speed wiping, movethe lever Windshield Wipers further, up to “HIGH” Tostop the wipers, move the lever to “OFF.” Low Speed Delay Wipers (Option) You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes. This can be very useful lightin rain or snow. Move the lever to DELAY then, turnthe band to choose the amountof delay.

I A CAUTION: Damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough in a storm to drive safely. To avoid damage, be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. If they’re frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen You control the windshield wipersby moving the lever or thaw them. If your blades do become marked “WIPER.” damaged, get newblades or blade inserts. For a single wiping cycle, movethe lever down to “MIST.” Hold it down untilthe wipers start, then let go. Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipers.A circuit breaker willstop them until the motor cools. Clear away

snow or ice to prevent anOVI. ~ ~ J. * When usin ated washer fli Windshield Washer Tollow the m turer’s instructions adding wate The top of the wiper lever has the word“WASH’ on it. ’0 spray washer fluid on the windshield, pull the lever Laward you. If you have the standard wipers, the wipers will keep going in “LO” until you turn the wiper control to“OF’”’’ If you have theLow Speed Delay option, the wipers will Fill your washer fluid tank only 3/4 f 4ear the window and then either stop or return to your when it’s very cold. This allows for ,reset speed. expansion, which co it is completely full. IA CAUTION: 1

, ,.,,- Driving without washer fluid can be .. - - ....,I . . ,/ ,~ ,.4’ ,,I 7:., , ‘8 ’ ’ - ’ ’ 1 . .. , .. . I .. -:,.. ,,. your vision. You could hit another vehicle or go off the road. Check your washer fluid level often. 1 In freezing weather, don’t use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice onthe windshield, blocking your vision.

92 = Cruise Control (Option) When you apply your brakes,the Cruise Control shuts off.

A CAUTION: 0 Cruise Control can be dangerous where you can’t drive safely at a steady speed. So, don’t use your Cruise Control on winding roads or in heavy traffic. I Cruise Control can be dangerous on slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause n dless wheel spinning, and you couldlose control. Don’t use Cruise Control on slippery roads.

With Cruise Control, youcan maintain a speedof about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise Control does not work at speeds belowabout 25 mph (40 m).

93 To Set Cruise Control I /i\ CAUTION: If you leave your Cruise Control switch on when I you're not using Cruise, you might hita button and go into Cruise when youdon't want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the Cruise Control switch"OFF" until you want to I use it. I

2. Move the Cruise Control switch to"ON." 3. Push in the set button at the end of the lever and You’ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay release it. (The “CRUISE’ light on the instrument there. panel will come on.) 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. To Resume a Set Speed A If you hold the switch at “RES/ACC” Suppose you set your Cruise Controlat a desired speed (Resume/Accelerate) longer than halfa second, and then you apply the brake.This, of course, shutsoff the vehiclewill keep going fasteruntil you the Cruise Control. But you don’t needto reset it. Once release the switchor apply the brake. You could you’re goingabout 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can be startled and even lose control.So unless you move the Cruise Control switch from“ON’ to want to go faster, don’t hold the switch at “RES/ACC” (Resume/Accelerate)for about half a “RES/ACC.” second. 0 Here’s the second way to go to a high spee.d: -

Move the Cruiseswitch from “ON” to “RES/ACC.” Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want, and then release the switch. To increase your speed in very smaIl amounts, move the switchtu “RES/ACC” for less than half a second 2. Push the button at the end of the lever, then release and then release it. Each time you do this, your the button and the acceleratorpedal. You’ll now vehicle will go about 1 mph (1.B kmh) faster, cruise at the higher speed,

96 I To Reduce Speed While Using Cruise Passing Another Vehicle While Using Control Cruise Control There are two ways tu reduce your speed while using Use the acceierator pedal. to increase your speed. When cruise control: you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow

Push in the button at the end of the lever until you reach the lowerspeed you want, then release it.

@ To slow down in very small amounts, push the button fur less than half a second. Each time you do this, you’ll go 1 mph (1.6 h/h)slower. Move the Cruise switch to “OFF.”(The “CRUISE’ light will go out.) To Erase Speed Memory When you turn off the Cruise Control or the ignition, your Cruise Control set speed memoryis erased. Lights

The interior courtesy lights can be turned on by rotating the control located on the instrument panel to MAX. The headlight switch is locatedon the control left of the The instrument panel brightness can be adjusted steering column.To turn on your lights, turn the band between MIN and MAX by rotating the control also. marked LIGHTS. It controls these light systems: Battery Run-down Protection

0 Headlights This feature is made upof two functions. Theyare inadvertent power control and parasitic power control.If 0 Taillights vehicle battery is disconnected for any reason the system ParkingLights timers will change to3 minutes and 3 days respectively 0 LicenseLights until the vehicle is driven 15 miles. SidemarkerLights

77 Headlights Reminder Light (Canada Only) If your vehicle was first sold, when new, in Canada, this light will go on at night to remindyou to turn on the headlights. Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only) The Canadian Federal Government has decided that “Daytime Running Lights” (DRL)are a useful feature, in that DRL can make your vehicle more visible to pedestrians and other drivers during daylight hours. DRL are required on new vehicles sold in Canada. Your DRL work witha light sensor on top of the instrument panel. Don’t coverit up. The high beam headlights will come onat reduced brightness in daylight when: The ignition is on The headlight switch is off, and The parking brake is released. At night, the headlights reminder light on the instrument panel will come on to remindyou to turn on the headlights. When you turn on your headlights, the DRL will switch off and the exterior lights will come on. When you turn off the headlights, the exterior lights will go out and the high beams will change to the reduced brightness of DRL again. Of course, you may still turn on the headlightsor flash to pass any time you need to.

Courtesy Lights Mirrors When any dooris opened, several lights go on. They Inside Mirror make it easy for you to enter and leavethe car. You also can turn these lightson by rotating the interior light When you are sitting.in a comfortable driving position, control toMAX. adjust the mirrorso you can see clearly behind your car. The day-night adjustment allows you to adjust the The rear compartment lamp is also activated whenthe mirror to avoid glare from the lights behind you. doors are opened, the deck lid is openedor when the interior light control is rotated MAX. to Interior Lights Delay On entry, the interior lights stay on, even afterthe door is closed to give you timeto find your keys or controls. The interior'lights go off automatically when the ignition is turned on, or after approximately40 seconds. This 40 second delay is disabled if the ignition has been off less than 2 minutes. The interior lights will also go on for 4 seconds if you pull on the door handle from the inside trying to open a locked door.

102 Outside Mirrors

To adjust the left outside mirror, rotatethe knob located If your Buick hasthe optional power mirror control, the on the driver’s door. The right outside mirror must be mi.rror control is located onthe driver’s door. Rotatethe adjusted manually. Adjust each mirrorso you can just control tothe left or right to choosethe mirror you want see the side of your vehicle. to adjust. Then move the control thein direction you want to move the mirror. Adjust each mirrorso you can just see the sideof your car andthe area behind your car.

The net isn’t for larger, heavier loads. Store them in the To remove the rear ashtray for cleaning, press down on trunk as farforward as youcan. thesnuffer as youpull theashtray down and out. You can unhook the net so that it will lie flat when you’re not using it. Ashtrays The front center ashtray may be lifted outfor cleaning. I ..

105 Cigarette Lighter Front Console Storage (Option) It’s near the ashtray. To use the cigarette lighter,’pushit in all the way and let go.When it’s ready, it will pop back by itself. by back ..

arette lighter in with your hand while it is heating, it won’t be able to back away from the heating elementwhen it’s ready. Thal can make it overheat, damaging the lighter and the heating element.

The console between the front seats has rear seat cupholders that when pulled up and rotated backward can be used. There is also a small tissue holderthe in cover. If you have the full length console, you also have a storage area with a sliding door. Liftup on the latch to open the door to store your compact discs, sunglasses or other small items.

106 Storage Armrest (Option) The Instrument Panel:Your Information System

The armrest between thefront seats opens' intoa storage. area. To open it, press the leverat the front edge. Inside are cupholders which can. be rotated forward use for with the cover closed. There is alsoa removeable coinholder, and storage area for cassette tapes, compact discs or other small items. Assist Handles Your instrument panelis designed to let you know ata Above each rear doorare as-sist handles that come down glance how your caris running. You'll knowhow fast to help you get in or out of your Buick. you're going, how much fuelyou're using, and many other things you'll need to knowto drive safely and Coat Hanger economically. . Pushing on thecoat hanger symbol allows you to use the coat hanger. I 1 Speedometer and Odometer Trip Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles A trip odometer can tell you how many miles you have : per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your driven sinceyou last setit to zero. To reset it, push the i odometer shows how faryour vehicle has been driven, button. in either miles (used thein U.S.)or kilometers (used in Canada). Your Buick has a “tamper-resistant odometer.”If you can see silver lines betweenthe numbers, probably someone has tried to turnit back. The numbers may not be true. I You may wonder what happensif a car has to have a new odometer installed.If possible, thenew one has to be set to the same readingthe old one had. If it can’t be, then it’s set at zero,but a label onthe driver’s door must show the old reading and when the new. one was installed. Warning Lights, Gages and When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving, or when one of the gages shows Indicators there may be a problem, check the section that tells you This section describesthe warning lights and gages that what to do about it. Please follow the manual’s advice. may be on your vehicle.The pictures will help you Waiting to do repairs can be costly-- and,even locate them. dangerous. So please get to know your warning lights and gages. They’re a big help. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an Fuel Gage expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights and gages couldalso save you or others from injury. Warning lights go on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions.As you will see in the details on the next few pages, some warning lights come on briefly when you turnthe ignition keyjust to let you know they’re working. If youare familiar with this section, you should not be alarmed when this happens. Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages and warning lights work togetherto let you know when there’s a problem with your vehicle. Your fuel gage shows how much fuel is in your tank.It works only when the engine is on. When the indicator nears “E,” you still have alittle fuel left.You need to get more right away. Brake System Warning Light

0 At the gas. stati0n;the gas pump shuts off before.the gage reads “F.” 1, This light willalso come on when you set your parking Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light brake, and will stay onif your parking brake doesn’t release fully.If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released,it means you have a brake problem.If the light comeson while driving, pulloff the road and stop carefully, You may notice thatthe pedal is harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer theto floor. It may ANTI.- take longer to stop.If the light is still on, have the vehicle towedfor service. (See “Towing YourCar” in LOCK the Index.) - 1 I A CAUTION: Your brake system may notbe working properly if the brake warning lightis on. Driving with the With anti-lock, this light will go on unless you start your brake warning light on can lead to an accident.If engine andit will stay on for three .seconds. If the light the light is still on after you’ve pulled off the road doesn’t comeon, have it fixed so it will be ready to and stopped carefl r, have the vehicle towed for warn you if there is a problem. service. I If the light stays on or comes on when you’re driving, stop as soon as possible and turn the key off. Then start the engine to resetthe system. If the light still stays on, or comes on again while you’re driving, your Buick needs service. Unlessthe regular brake system warning light is also on, you will still have brakes, but not anti-lock brakes.If the regular brake system warning

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Low Coolant Warning Light Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light) If this light comes on, your system is low on coolant and the engine may overheat.

See “Engine Coolant’’ inthe Index and have your vehicle servicedas soon as you can. A computer monitors operationof your fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This light should come on when the ignition ison, but the engine is not running,as a check to show you it is working. If it does not come on at all, have it fixed right away.If it stays on, or it comes on while youare driving, the computkris indicating that you have a problem.You should take your vehicle infor service soon.

This gage tells youif there could be a problem with your “Check Oil” Light engine oil pressure. The “Check Oil”light is lit If the gage reads inthe red band, and stays there,it for three secondsas a bulb means oil isn’t going through your engine properly.You check each time the could be low on oil or you might have some otheroil ignition key is turned to the problem. RUN position. If the light doesn’t come on, have your vehicle serviced.

Don’t keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches fire. You or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and hp- e your vehicle serviced. I If ‘theengine oil is more thanone quart low,the light will come on briefly, thengo off for 15 - 25 seconds, and then come back onfor 20 - 40 seconds. However, under the following conditions,the system will not register a low engine oil condition.

0 If the vehicle is tilted more than 20°. I problems can be costly and is not covered by If it has not been more than8 minutes since the engine was last shut off.

115 If the “Check Oil” light comes backon, the engineoil service, and should take your Buick to the dealerat should be brought up to the proper level,see “Engine once. To save your battery untilyou get there, turnoff j Oil” in the Index. all accessories, and set yourair system to OFF. “Battery” Light Volts Gage (Option)

When you turn the keyto RUN, this light will come on This gage shows the voltage in the electrical system. briefly, to show that your alternator and battery charging The normal range is11 to 15 volts. If the reading stays systems are working. If the light stays on,you need outside the normal range, have your Buick dealer check the electrical system. Tachometer (Option)

Do not operate tne engine with the tachometerin the red area, or engine damage may occur

The tachometer tells you how fast the engine is running. It displays engine speed in^ hundreds of revolutions per minute (RPM). 118 @ Part 3 ComfortControls and Audio Systems

In this part you’ll findout how to operate the comfort control systems andaudio systems offered with your Buick. Be sure to read about the particular system supplied with your vehicle. Part 3 includes: ComfortControl System ...... 120 Heater and Defroster ...... 121 Air Conditioner ...... 122 RearWindowDefogger ...... 121 Ventilation ...... 121 Audiosystems ...... 122 SeaingtheClock ...... 125.127. 124 RadioControls ...... 124.126. 128 TapePlayerControls ...... 127 CDPlayerControls ...... 130 Understanding Radio Reception ...... 122 Care of Cassette Tape Player & Tapes ...... 133 CareofCompactDiscs ...... 133 Antennacare ...... 134

119 Your Buick Comfort Control System This part tells you how to make your air system work for you.

Fresh air from outside your vehicle flows through your t..:c:. Buick when the car is moving. When the vehicleis not I moving, you can get outsideair to flow through by selecting any air choice (except the rear window defogger) and theHI fan speed. Air Outlets Adjust the direction of air flow by moving the louvered vents. Fan The fan controlis used to select the speea you want the blower to control the air flow. Temperature This control allows you to select the temperatureof the air that your heating and cooling system provides. Off When the right control knob is turned toOFF, the fan and the heating and cooling system will off.be

120 BIL (Bi-level) Windshield Defrost This setting allows the outsideair to flow through your This setting operates the defroster. Mostof the air comes Buick in two ways. Cooler air is directed to the upper out near the windshield. Use defrost when you getfog or portion of your body through the vent outlets. Slightly ice on the windshield. warmer air is directed throughthe heater ducts and defroster outlets. Rear Window Defogger (Option) Vent The lines you see on the Using vent will allow outsideair to flow throughthe rear window warm the instrument panel outlets. Set the temperature knobas glass. Press the buttonto desired. start warming your .window. Pressing the Heater button again will shut it off. On days when it’s cold outside, this setting sends heated air through the heater ducts andthe windshield defroster outlets. If you have the engine block heater, you can use it in cold weather (+2OoF/-8OC or lower) to heat your vehicle’s passenger area quicker.The engine block heater warms the engine coolant whichwill ultimately If you turn the rear defoggeron while driving at or warm the passenger area more efficiently.( See “Engine above 45 mph (72 km/h), it will stay onas long as that Block Heater” in the Index.) speed is maintained.You must press the button to shut it off. Blend This setting dividesthe air flow equally betweenthe heater and the defroster outlets.

121 Audio Systems Your Delcoa audio system has been degigned to operate easily and give yearsof listening pleasure. But you will get the most enjoyment outof your system if you not cover thisdamage. And don’t put decals I’ acquaint yourself withit first. Find out what your Delcom system can do and how to operateall its controls, to be sure you’re gettingthe most out of the Air Conditioner (Option) advanced engineering that went into it. The air conditioner cools the air coming into your FM Stereo vehicle. The air conditioner won’t.work, well unlessall the windows are closed. On a very hot day, you might FM stereo will give you the best sound. But FM signals want to open the windowsto let the hottestair out. will reach only about10 to 40 miles (16 to65 km). And, tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals, Max causing the sound to come and go. 1 This setting provides maximum cooling withthe least AM amount of work. MAX recirculates the air inside your vehicle, and coolsthe air quickly. Adjust the The range for mostAM stations is greater thanfor FM, temperature controlto a cold setting. especially at night. The longer range, however, can cause stations to interfere with each other.AM can pick Norm. up noise from things like storms and power lines.Try After using the MAX setting to cool theair quickly, reducing the treble to reduce this noise. adjust the air conditionerto NORM and the temperature to the desired comfort setting. This permits fresh air to be cooled andto circulate through your vehicle.

122 AM Stereo This means the Delco@system can receive C-QUAM@ stereo broadcasts. Many AM stations around the country Before you add any sound equipment to your use C-QUAM@ to produce stereo, though some do not. vehicle -- like a tape player, CB radio, mobile (C-QUAM@is a registered trademark of Motorola, Inc.) telephone or two-way radio -- be sure you can If yourDelco@ system can get C-QUAM@,your add what you want. If you can, it’s very important “STEREO” light will come on when you’re receiving it. to do it properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s engine, Delco@radio or other systems, and even

Hearing damage from loua noise is almost undetectable until it is too late. Your hearing adapt to higher volumes of sound. Sound thatcan I seems normal can be loud and harmful to your hearing. Take precautions by adjustingthe volume control onyour radio to a safesound level before your hearing adapts to it. To help avoid hearing loss or damage: Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting. Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly.

123 Bal The control behind the upper knob allows youLO balance the sound betweenthe right and left speakers.. The Lower .Knob Turn the lower knob to tune radio stations. Pushto getit AM or FM. Fade The control behindthe lower knob moves the sound between your front and rear speakers. Seek Pressing the seek button will causethe receiver to seek To Play This Radio the next higher station and stop. The Upper Knob Scan The upper knob does these things: When you press scan, the radiowill go to the next It turns the radio on. station and pause and keep scanning until you press scan again. Scan appears in the display. It controls the volume. It tells you the time (When the ignition isoff, push the recall knob to display the time.)

124 Pushbuttons Clock The four pushbuttonslet you return tofavorite stations. To set the clock: You can set the pushbuttonsfor up to fourteen stations 0 Press the SET button. (7 AM and 7 FM). 0 Within 5 seconds, press and holdSCAN until the 0 Tune in the desired station. correct hour appears on the display. 0 Press the SET pushbutton. (SET appears the in 0 Press and hold SEEK until the correct minute display.) appears on the display. Within 5 seconds, push one of the four pushbuttons to store a station. Whenever you press that button, Treble the.preset station will return. Slide the treble lever upto increase the treble response. Three additional stations may be preseton each band by If station is weak or noisy,slide the treble lever down to pressing two adjoining buttonsat the same time. reduce the noise. 0 Tune in the desired station. Bass 0 Press the SET pushbutton. (SET appears in the Slide the bass lever upto increase the bass response. display.) Adjust the bass lever to givea pleasing soundto your 0 Within 5 seconds, push any twoadjoining ear. pushbuttons at the same time. (The station will return when the same two buttonsare pressed again.) Bal

The control behindthe upper knob allows youIO balance the sound betweenthe right and left speakers. The Lower Knob Turn the lower knob to tune radio stations. Pushit to get AM or FM. 6 I Fade B The control behind the lower knob moves the sound between your front and rear speakers. Seek To Play This Radio Pressing the seek button will cause the receiver to seek the next higher station and stop. The Upper Knob Scan The upper knob does these things: When you press scan, the radio will go to the next 0 It turns the radio on. station, pause, and keep scanning until you press scan It controls the volume. again. \ It tells you the time (When the ignition is off, push Pushbuttons the knob to display the time.) RCL The pushbuttons let you return to favorite stations. It allows you to hear the other sideof a tape. (Press You can set the pushbuttons for up to fourteen stations PROG-RCL knob while a cassette is playing.) (7 AM and 7 FM).

126 I _____ 0 Tune in the station you want. Treble e Press the SET pushbutton. (SET appears inthe Slide the treble lever up to increasethe treble response. display.) If the station is weak or noisy, slidethe treble lever down to reducethe noise. 0 Within 5 seconds, push oneof the four pushbuttons to store the station. Whenever you press that button, Bass the preset station will return. Slide the bass leverup to increasethe bass response. Three additional stations may be preset on each band byAdjust the bass leverto give a pleasing sound to your pressing two adjoining buttons theat same time. ear. 0 Tune in the desired station. To Play A Cassette 0 Press the SET pushbutton. (SET appears in the display.) Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than 0 Within 5 seconds, push any two adjoining that are so thin that they may not work well in this pushbuttons at the same time. (The station will return player. when the same two buttonsare pressed again.) Once the tape is playing, use the upper and lowerknobs Clock for volume balance andfade just as you do for the radio. The lighted arrow shows which sideof the tape is being To set the clock: played. 0 Press the SET button. Forward 0 Within 5 seconds, press and hold SCAN until the correct hour appears onthe display. To advance the tape, press and the tape will advance rapidly until you press the STOP-EJECT button lightly. 0 Press and hold SEEK until the correct minute appears onthe display.

127 1 Reverse To Play This Radio i To reverse the tape, press 4 and the tape will reverse 3 Pwr rapidly until you press the STOP-EJECT button lightly. To turn the radio on or off, press thePWR button. Program The Upper Knob To go from one side of the tapeto the other, press the RECALL knob. The upper knob does these things: Eject It controls the volume. The volume knob increases and decreases volume only whenit is held slightly To remove the tapeor stop the tape and switch to radio, rotated against the spring load. press the STOP-EJECT button. It allows you to mute the radio or compact disc player, Press to mute; press againto listen. During MUTE, only volume up will work. Bal The control behind the upper knob allows you to balance the sound between the right and left speakers. The Lower Knob Turn the lower knobto tune radio stations. The tune knob increases and decreases station frequency whenit is held slightly rotated against the spring load. Turn the knob to tune slowly. If you hold the tune knob in the tune position, it will tune rapidly. PushBAND to get AM or FM. I 1

- ,,. Fade Press the SET pushbutton. (SET appears in the The control behind the lower knob moves the sound display.) between your front and rear speakers. 0 Within 5 seconds, push oneof the five pushbuttons. Whenever you press that button, the preset station Recall will return. It tells you the time. When the ignition isoff, push RCL to display the time. Clock To set the clock; : Seek 4 or 0 Press the SET pushbutton. Pressing the Seek 4 or b button will cause the receiver to seek the next loweror higher station and stop. Within 5 seconds, press and holdSCAN until the correct hour appears on the display. Scan Press and hold SEEK 4 or b until the correct When you press SCAN, the radio will go to the next minute appears on the display. station, pause and keep doing that untilyou press SCAN again. Adjust The Tone Use the levers nextto the display to set the bass, Pushbuttons midrange, and treble until you get the sound you want. The pushbuttons letyou return to favorite stations. You The 60 and 250 levers adjust the bass,1K is midrange, can set the pushbuttonsfor up to ten stations(5 AM and 3.5K and 1OK control the treble. 5 FM). We suggest you start with the center lever (1K) in the Tune in the desired station. midpoint position, then move the othersup until you get the amountof bass and treble you like.

129 To Play A Compact Disc Recall Before you begin, please note:DO NOT use mini-discs Press RCL to see whattram 1s playing. Press it again that are called singles. They won’t eject.Use full-size within 5 seconds to see how long the CD has been comuuct discs only. playing that track. If the disc player is very hot, orif you’re driving ona The track numberalso appears when you change the very rough road, thedisc may come out,or just not play. volume or whena new track starts to play. If you see the word HOT on the display, the disc player is too hot to playthe disc. Press RCL to make the word Compression HOT go off the display. As soon as things get back to Pressing the COMP button makes soft and loud passages normal, the disc should play again. more nearly equal in volume. Press PWR to turn the system on. Random Insert a disc partwayinto the slot, label sideup. The Pressing RDM means whenit is pressed, itWM cause player will pullit in. Wait a few seconds and the disc the CD to play the tracks back ina random order rather should play. than in the sequential1,2,3. ..order. [f the disc comes back out, check whether: Rev The disc is upside down. Press and holdREV to return rapidlyto a favorite It is dirty, scratched, or wet. passage. Release it to play the passage. Note the counter There’s too much moisture in the air. (If there is, reading in the graphic display. wait about an hour and try again.) Fwd Press and holdFWD to advance quickly withina track. Release it to resume playing. Watch the graphic display to stop ata specific passage.

130 Prev Anti-Theft Feature Press PREV to hearthe previous track.If you hold the Delco LOCI1 is an anti-theft featurefor the compact disc PREV button or press it more than once,the disc will player. It can be used or ignored.If ignored the system return to previous tracks. plays normally. If it is used, your player won’t be useable if it is ever stolen, becauseit won’t turn on. Next The instructions below tellyou how to enter a secret Press NEXT to hearthe next track now (insteadof code intothe system. If your car loses battery power for waiting until the present trackis finished.) If you hold any reason, orif the Smart battery activates, you must this button, or press it more than once, disc the will -, unlock the system withthe secret code beforethe system advance further. will turn on. STPL Step 1. Write down any&digit number and keepit in a Press ST/PL (Stop/Play) andthe disc will stop andthe safe place. radio will play. Press ST/PL again to restartthe disc at Step 2. Turn the ignition to the “Accessory” or the the point whereit stopped. “Run” position. Press the PWR button or turnthe ignition key off to stop Step 3. Press PWR to turn the radioOIT. the disc player. The disc stays in the player and will resume playingat the point whereit stopped. Step 4. Press the 1 and 4 pushbuttons together. Hold them down until “ - - - ” shows on the display. EJECT You are now ready to enter your secret code.Don’t wait Press EJECT andthe disc will eject and the radio will more than 15 seconds between steps. play. The disc will start at track 1 when you reinsert it. Step 5. Press SET and “000” will appear onthe display. Step 6. Press SEEK 4 or button to make the first number appear.

131 Step 7. Rotate the TUNE knob right or leftto make the Step 3. Enter the six digitsof the code following steps6 next two numbers agree with your code. thru 9 as previously indicated. The display will show the Step 8. Press the BAND AM-FM Knob and“000” will number as entered. appear. Now youare ready to enter the secondthree Step 4. Press the AM/FM button and the time appears- digits of your code. indicating that the disabling sequence was successful.If the display indicates “SEC”, the number did not match Step 9. Repeat steps 6 and 7 to enter digits. and the unit is still secured. Step 10. Press the AM-FM knob and “REP” will appear for 5 seconds and then“000” will appear. Disabling The Theft System Step 11. Repeat steps 6 through 10. This time“SEC” Step 1. Press preset buttons 1 and 4 for 5 seconds with should appear indicating that the radio is secure.If the the ignition ON and radio powerOFF. The display will display shows “ - - - ” , the verification steps .were not show,“SEC” ,indicating the unit is in the secure mode. successful and theentire sequence must be started again. Step 2. Press the SET button. The display will show To Unlock The System Aftera Power Loss “000”. When battery power is reappliedto a secured radio,the Step 3. Enter the first three digitsof the code following radio won’t turn on and“LOC” will appear in the steps 6 and 7 of the preceding directions. The display display. will show the numbers as entered. Enter your secret codeas follows; pauseno more than Step 4. Press the AM-FM button. The radio will display “000”. 15 seconds between steps. Step 1. Turn the ignition ON. (Radio off.) atep 5. Enter the second three digitsof the code. The display will show the numbersas entered. Step 2. Press the SET button.The display will show Step 6. Press the AM-FM button.If the display shows “000”. 66 - - - ” , the disabling sequence was successful. (The numbers matched the user-selected code or the factory back-up code) andthe unit is inthe UNSECURED mode. If the display shows"SEC", the disabling sequence was.unsuccessfu1 and the numbers did not match either of the codes and the unit will remain inthe SECURED mode. Care of Your Cassette Tape Player Your tapes will sound bestif you clean your cassette tape player from time to time. Use a non-abrasive cleaning cassette insteadof a music tape. Followthe instructions onthe cleaning cassette. Store cassette tapes away from extreme heator direct sunlight. Protect the openends from dirt or damage; store them in their original casesor other protective cases. Cassettes eventually wear out and you may need to replace them if they become noisy. Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully. Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust. If the surface of a disc is soiled, dampena clean, soft cloth in amild, neutral detergent solution and clean it, wiping from the center tothe edge. Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling discs. Pickup discs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edee.

133 Fixed Mast Antenna 3. Wipe cloth overthe

'I The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes mast sections, without being damaged,If the mast should ever become removing .any dirt. slightly bent,you can straightenit out by hand.If the mast is badly bent, as it might be by vandals, you should replace it. Check every oncein a while to be sure the mastis still tightened to the fender. Power Antenna Mast Care Your power antenna will lookits best and work well if it's cleaned from timeto time. To Clean the Antenna Mast: 1. Turn on the ignition and radio to raise the antenna to 4. Wipe dry with clean cloth before retracting. full mast extension. 5. Make the antenna go up and down by turning the 2. Dampen a clean cloth with mineral spirits or radio or ignition on andoff. equivalent solvent. 6. Then repeat if necessary. damaged. If the antenna does notgo down when you turn the radiooff, it may be damagedor neea to be cleaned. In either case, lower the antenna by hand by carefully pressing the antenna down.

Ifthe mast portion of your an$ema is damaged, you can easily replace it. See your dealer for a replacementkit and follow the instructions in the kit.

135 1954 Buick 56C 136 Part 4 Your Driving and the Road I

Here you’ll find information about driving on different kindsof roads and io varying weather conditions. We’ve also included many other useful tipson driving . Part 4 includes: RoadSigns ...... 138 DefensiveDriving ...... 144 DrunkenDriving ...... 145 ControlofaVehicle ...... 148 Braking ...... 149 Steering ...... 154 Passing ...... 156 LossofControl ...... 158 DrivingatNight ...... 159 DrivingintheRain ...... 161 Driving in Fog, Mist and Haze ...... 164 CityDriving ...... 165 FreewayDriving ...... 166 DrivingonaLongTrip ...... 168 HillandMountainRoads ...... 170 ParkingonHills ...... 172 WinterDriving ...... 175 TowingaTrailer ...... 179 Color of Road Signs

RED means STOP. It may also indicate that some movement is not allowed. Examplesare DO NOT ENTER and WRONG WAY. Road Signs The road signsyou see everywhere are coded by color, shape and symbols. It's a good idea to know these codes so that you can quickly grasp the basic meaning orintent' of the sign even before you have a chance to read it. I Q \ m 4 Y

RAILROAD LOW WORK’ERS ADVANCE NARROWAHEAD FLAGGER SHOULDER CROSSING BRIDGE AHEAD L

YELLOW indicates a general warning. Slow down and ORANGE indicates road construction or maintenance. be careful when yousee a yellow sign. It may signal a You’ll want to slow down when you see an orange sign, railroad crossing ahead, a no passing zone, or some as part of the road may be closedoff or torn up. And other potentially dangerous situation. Likewise, a yellow there may be workers and maintenance vehicles around, solid line painted onthe road means “Don’tCross.’’ too.

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b 1 HOSPITAL INFORMATION

BLUE signs with white letters show motorists' services.

GREEN is used to guidethe driver. Green signs may indicate upcoming freeway exits orshow the direction you should turn to reach a particular place.

/ ISWIMMING CANOEING

BROWN signs point out recreation areas or pointsof historic or cultural interest. Shape of Road Signs A TRIANGLE, pointed downward, indicates The shape of the sign will tell you something, too. YIELD. It assigns the An OCTAGONAL right-of-way to traffic (eight-sided) sign on certain approaches to an intersection. F means STOP. It is always red with white letters.

ST0 P f 1 d A TRIANGULAR I sign also is used on two-lane roads to A DIAMOND-shaped indicate a NO sign is a warning of PASSING ZONE. something ahead- for This sign will be on example, a curve, steep the left side of the hill, soft shoulder, or a roadway. Symbols on Road Signs

KEEP LEFT KEEP OR RIGHT TURN RIGHT THROUGH ONLY

RECTANGULAR (squareor oblong) signs show speed limits, parking regulations, give directions, and such information as distancesto cities. There are many international road signs inuse today. The basic messageof many of these signs is in pictures or --graphic symbols.A picture within a circle with a diagonal link acrossit shows wha .t not to do.

142 We’re all familiar with traffic lights or stop lights. Often green arrows are being used in the lights for improved traffic control. On some multilane roads, green.arrows light up, indicating that traffic onein or more lanes can move or make a turn. Green arrows don’t mean “go no matter what.” You’ll still needto proceed with caution, yielding the rightof way to pedestrians and sometimes to other vehicles. Some traffic lightsalso use red arrows to signify that you must stop before turning on red.

Traffic Lights

REVERSIBLE LANE ON M ULTI- LANE ROADWAY

Many city roads and expressways, and even bridges, use reversible-lane traffic control during rush hours.A red X light above a lane means no driving in that laneat that time. A green arrow means you may drive ir&thatlane. ’ If necessary, you can use hand signals outthe window: 1 Look for the signs postedto warn drivers. whatbQ.urs... Left arm straight out for a left turn, down for slow or . ,. and days these systems are in effect. -,i ““ff. 4 -’~‘’- .. : about-to-stop, and up for a right turn. Slowing down. If time allows, tapthe brake pedal once 1 PavementMarkings or twice in advance of slowing or stopping. This warns the driver behind you. Disabled. Your four-way flashers signal that your NO vehicle is disabled oris a hazard. See “Hazard Warning PASSING I’ Flashers” in the Index. Traffic Officer The traffic police officer is also a sourceof important information. The officer’s signals govern, no matter Pavement markings addto traffic signs and signals. what the traffic lights or othersigns say. They give information to drivers without taking The next section discusses someof the Toad conditions attention from the roadway. A solid yellowline on your ._ . .-_. ;: , , .c**“jy;, “C.$ you may encounter. -,a,, , . ,.> p :, side of the road orlane means “don’t cross.” ..,... ’ : ., - ., +.,. .. * i. $@, *-<; .I i.?;’

. I I- ., I.. Defensive Driving .. Your Own Signals , +& ’ . i *. , .. \e. . *, , Drivers signal to others, too. It’s not onlymare polite, The best advice anyone can giveabout\driving is: Drive it’s safer to let other drivers know what youare doing. defensively.

And in some placesthe law requires iver L. .. si.gnals. Please start with a very important safety device in your Turn and lane change signals. Always signal: when you Buick: Buckle up. (See “Safety Belts” in the Index.) plan to turn or change lanes. Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” following distance. It’s the best defensive driving On city streets, rural roads, or freeways, it means maneuver, in both city and rural driving.You never “always expectthe unexpected.” know when the vehiclein front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly. Assume that pedestrians or other driversare going to be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might Here’s a final bit of information about defensive driving. do. Be readyfor their mistakes. The most dangerous timefor driving in the U.S. is very early on Sunday morning. Infact, GM Research studies Expect children todash out from behind parkedcars, often followed by other children. Expect occupants in show that the most and the least dangerous timesfor driving, every week,fall an the same day. That dayis parked cars to open doorsinto traffic. Watch for Sunday. The most dangerous time is Sunday fi-om3 a.m. movement in parked cars-- someone may be aboutto to 4 a.m. The safest timeis Sunday from 10 a.m. to open a door. 11 a.m. Driving the same distance on a Sundayat 3 a.m. Expect other drivers to runstop signs when you are on a isn’t just a little more dangerous thanit is at 10 a.m. It’s through street. Be ready to brake if necessary as you go about 134 times more dangerous! through intersections.You may not have to usethe That leads to the next section. brake, but if you do, you will be ready. If you’redriving through a shopping center parking lot Drunken Driving where there are well-marked lanes, directional arrows, Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is and designated parking areas, expect some drivers to a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the ignore all these markings and dash straight toward one highway death toll, claiming.thousands of victims every part of the lot. year. Alcohol takes away three things that anyone needs Pedestrians can be careless. Watchfor them. In general, to drive a vehicle: you must give way to pedestrians evenif you know you Judgment have the rightof way. 0 MuscularCoordination Rear-end collisionsare about the most preventableof accidents. Yet they are common. Allow enough 0 Vision 145 Police records show that half of all motor I1 vehicle-related deaths involve alcohol - a driver, a passenger or someone.else, such as a pedestrian, had been drinking.In most cases, these deathsare the result 1 of someone who was drinking and driving. Over 25,000 motor vehicle-related deaths occur each year becauseof alcohol, and thousandsof people are injured. i Just how much alcohol is too much if a person plans to drive? Ideally, noone should drink alcohol and then drive. But if one does, then what’s“too much”? It can be a lot less than many might think. Although it depends on each person and situation, here is some general information on the problem. The Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) of someone who is drinking depends upon four things: 0 How much alcohol is in the drink. According to the American Medical Association, a 0 The drinker’s body weight. 180-pound (82 kg) person who drinks three 12-ounce (355 ml) bottlesof beer in an hour will end up with a 0 The amount of food that is consumed before and BAC of about 0.06 percent. The person would reach the 1 duringdrinking. I same BAC by drinking three 4-ounce( 120 ml) glasses 0 The length of time it has taken the drinkerto of wine or three mixed drinks if each had1- 1/2 ounces consume the alcohol. (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 much alcohol is in the drinks, and how quickly the consumes foodjust before or during drinking will have a person drinks them. slightly lower BAC level. But it’s very important to keep in mind that the abilityto drive is affected well below a BACof 0.10 percent. DRINKING THAT WILL Research shows that the driving skills of many people RESULT,IN A BAG OF .O5% are impaired at a BAC approaching 0.05 percent, and IN THE TIME SHOWN that the effectsare worse at night. All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0.05 percent. Statistics show thatthe chance of being in an accident increases sharply for drivers who have a BACof 0.05 percent or 3 HOURS above. A driver with a~ BAC levelof 0.06 percent (three

2 HOURS beers in one hourfor a 180-pound or82 kg person) has doubled his or her chanceof having an accident. At a OF DRINKS (as in picture) 4 HOUR BAC level of 0.10 percent, the chance of that driver having an accident is six times greater;at a level of 0.15 3+ percent, the chances are twenty-five times greater! And, the body takes about an hour to rid itselfof the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold 1 2i 2i 100 120 140 160 180 200 220 240 showers will speed that up. BODY WEIGHT IN POUNDS “I’ll be careful”isn’t the right answer.what if there’s an emergency, a needto take sudden action,as when a The law in most U.S. states sets the legal limit at a BAC child darts into the street? A person with a higherBAC of 0.10 percent.. In Canada the limit is 0.08 percent, and might not beable to react quickly enough to avoidthe in some other countries it’s lower than that. TheBAC collision. will be over 0.10 percent after three to six drinks (in one There’s somethingelse about drinking and driving that hour). Of course, as we’ve seen, it depends on how -manypeople don’t know. Medical research shows that alcohol in a person’ssystem can make crash injuries Control of a Vehicle worse. That’s especially truefor brain, spinal cordand heart injuries. That means that if anyone who has been You have three systems that make your vehicle go where drinking -- driver or passenger -- is in a crash, the you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and chance of being filled or permanently disabled is higher the accelerator. All three Systems have to do their work than if that person had not been drinking. And we’ve at the places where the tires meet the road. already seen that the chanceof a crash itself is higher for drinking drivers.

L A CAUTION: -*. , Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. Your reflexes, perceptions, and judgment will be affected by even a small amount of alcohol. You could have a serious -- or even fatal -- accident i 1 you drive after drinking. Please don’t drink an drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking. 1; Ride homein a cab; or if you’re with a group, designate a driver who will not drink.

Sometimes, as when you’re driving on snow or ice, it’s easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide. That means‘you can lose control of your vehicle.

148 Braking Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavy Braking action involves perception time and reaction braking -- rather than keeping pace with traffic. This -time. is a mistake.Your brakes may not have time to cool First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. between hard stops. Your brakes will wearout much That’s perception time. Thenyou have to bring up your faster if youdo a lotof heavy braking. foot and do it. That’s reaction time. Don’t “ride” the brakes by letting your left foot rest Average reaction time is about 3/4 of a second. But lightly on the brake pedal while driving. * that’s only an average. It might be less withone driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another. Age, physical condition, alertness, coordination, and eyesightall play a part. So do alcohol, drugs and frustration. But even in3/4 of a second, a vehicle movingat 60 mph (100 km/h) travels 66 feet (20 m). That could be a lotof distance in an emergency, so keeping enough space betweenyour vehicle and others is important. And, of course, actual stopping distances vary greatly with the surfaceof the road (whether it’s pavement or gravel); the condition of the road (wet, dry, icy);tire tread; and the conditionof your brakes. Most drivers treat their brakes with care. Some, however, overwork the braking system with poor driving habits.

149 If your I- -dine ever stops while you’re driving, brake CAUTION.: normally but don’t pump your brakes.If you do, the I A pedal may get harder to push down.If your engine “Riding” your brakes can cause themto overhe; stops, you will still have some power brake assist. to the point that they won’t work well. You mighl But you will use it when you brake. Oncethe power not be able to stopyour vehicle in time to avoid assist is used up, it may take longer to stop and the an accident. If you “ride” your brakes, they will brake pedal will be harderto push.

get so hot they will require a lot of pedal fol- - slow you. down.Avoid “riding” the brakes. Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your Buick has an advancedelectronic braking system that will help prevent skidding. This light on the instrument panel will on go when you start your vehicle.

TI- If you keep pace with the traffic and IW realistic following distances, you will eliminate alot of LOCK unnecessary braking. That means better braking and longer brake life.

150 When you start your vehicle and begin todrive away, you may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise. And you may even notice that your brake pedal moveslittle a while this is going on.This is the ABS system testing itself. If you have yourfoot on the brake pedal, this check won’t happen untilthe vehicle goes about4.mph (6 km/h) or until you take your footoff the brake pedal. After an ABS stop, you may hear a clicking noisethe next time the vehicle goes about4 mph (6 km/h). If there’s a problem withthe anti-lock brake system,the anti-lock brake system warninglight will stay on or flash. See “Anti-lock Brake System Warning Light” the in Index.

Here’s how anti-lock works. Let’s say the road is wet. You’re driving safely. Suddenly an animaljumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes. Here’s what happens withABS.

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~ A computer senses that wheelsare slowing down. The computer separately works the brakesat each fmnt CAUTION: wheel and at the rear wheels. A __ The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure Anti-lock doesn’t changethe time you need to faster than any driver could.The computer is get your foot upto the brake pedal. If you get too programmed to make the mostof available tire and road close to the vehicle in front of you, you won’t conditions. have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave enough room up ahead to stop, eventhough you have anti-lock brakes.

To Use Anti-Lock: Don’t pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down and let anti-lockwork for you. You also may hear a clicking noise as you accelerate after a hard stop. Disc Brake Wear Indicators Your Buick has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come and r go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard. when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly). As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. A CAUTION: The brake wear warning sound means that sooner or later yourbrakes won’t work well.That could lead to an accident. When you hear the brake wear warning sound, have your vehicle Braking in Emergencies The traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires andthe road surface, the angle at Use your anti-lock braking system when you need to. which the curve is banked, and your speed. While With anti-lock, you can steer and brakeat the same time. you’re in a curve, speed theis one factor you can In many emergencies, steering can help you more than control. even the very best braking. Suppose you’re steering through a sharp curve. Then Steering you suddenly accelerate. Power Steering Those two control systems-- steering and acceleration-- can overwhelm those placeswhere.the tires meet the If you lose power steering assist because the engine road and make you lose control. stops or the systemfails to function, you can steer but it will take much more effort. What should youdo if this ever happens? Letup on the accelerator pedal, steer the vehiclethe way you want it Steering Tips to go, and slow down. Driving on Curves Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed.Of course, the posted speedsare It’s important to take curvesat a reasonable speed. based on good weather and road conditions. Under less A lot of the “driver lost control” accidents mentioned on favorable conditions you’ll want to go slower. the news happen on curves. Here’s why: If you need to reduce your speedas you approach a Experienced driver or beginner, eachof us is subject to curve, doit before you enter the curve, while your front the same laws of physics when driving on curves.The wheels are straight ahead. traction of the tires against the road surface makes it Try to adjust your speedso you can “drive” through the possible for the vehicle to change its pathwhen you turn curve. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. Wait to the front wheels. If there’s no traction, inertia will keep accelerate untilyou are out of the curve, and then the vehicle going in the same direction.If you’ve ever accelerate gently into the straightaway. tried to steera vehicle on wet ice, you’ll understand this. 154 When you drive into a curveat night, it's harder tosee just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have the road aheadof you because it bends away fromthe avoided the object. You must then be prepared to steer straight beamsof your lights.This is one good reason to back to your original lane and then braketo a controlled drive slower. stop. Steering in Emergencies Depending on your speed, this can be rather violentfor an unprepared driver. This isone of the reasons driving There are times when steering can be more effective experts recommend that you use your safety belts and than braking. For example,you come over a hill and keep both hands on the steering wheel. find a truck stoppedin your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in frontQf you. You can avoid these problems by braking-- if you can stop in time. But sometimes you can't; thereisn't room. That's the time for evasive action-- steering aroundthe problem.

Your Buick can perform very well in emergencieslike 3' these. First apply your brakes. It is better to removeas much speed as you can from a possible collision. Then -1 steer around the problem, theto left or right depending on the space available. An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision.If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o'clock positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing The fact that such emergency situationsare always

\ either hand. But you haveto act fast, steer quickly, and possible is a goodreason to practice defensive driving at all times.

155 I Off-Road Recovery If the shoulder appears to be about four inches (100 mm) or more belowthe pavement, this difference You may find sometime that your right wheels have can cause problems.If there is not enough room to pull dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while entirely onto the shoulder and stop, then follow the same you’re driving. procedures. But if the right front tire scrubs against the If the levelof the shoulder is only slightly below the side of the pavement, do NOT steer more sharply. With pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the too much steering angle, the vehicle mayjump back accelerator and then,if there is nothing in the way, steer onto the road withso much steering input that it crosses so that your vehicle straddles the edgeof the pavement. over into the oncoming traffic before you can bring it You can turn the steering wheel up to1/4 turn until the back under control. right front tire contactsthe pavement edge. Then turn Instead, easeoff again on the accelerator and steering your steering wheel togo straight down the roadway. input, straddle the pavement once more, then try again. Passing The driverof a vehicle about to pass another on a two-lane highway waits forjust the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again.A simple maneuver? Not necessarily! Passing another vehicle on a two-lane highway is a potentially dangerous move, since the passing vehicle occupies the same laneas oncoming traffic for several seconds.A miscalculation, an errorin judgment, or a brief surrenderto frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver face faceto with the worst of all traffic accidents-- the head-on collision. So here are some tips for passing: 0 When it looks like a chance to pass is coming up, start to accelerate but stay in the right lane and don’t 0 “Drive ahead.” Look downthe road, to the sides, and get too close. Time your moveso you will be to crossroadsfor situations that might affect your increasing speedas the time comes to move into the passing patterns.If you have any doubt whatsoever other lane. If the way is clear to pass, you will havea about making a successful pass, waitfor a better “running start” that more than makesup for the time. distance you would lose by dropping back. Andif 0 Watch for traffic signs, pavement markings, and something happens to cause you to cancel your pass, lines. If you can see a sign up ahead that might you need only slow down anddrop back again and indicate a turn or an intersection, delay your pass. wait for another opportunity. A broken center line usually indicates it’s all right to pass (providingthe road ahead is clear). Never cross If other cars are lined up to passa slow vehicle, wait your turn. But takecare that someone isn’t trying to a solid line on your side of the lane ora double solid pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle. line, even if the road seems empty of approaching Remember to glance over your shoulder and check traffic. the blind spot. 0 If you suspect that the driverof the vehicle you want to pass isn’t awareof your presence, tap the horna Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and start your left lane change signal before moving out couple of times before passing. of the right lane to pass. When you arefar enough 0 Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass ahead of the passed ‘vehicle tosee its front in your while you’re awaiting an opportunity. Forone thing, inside mirror, activate your right lane change signal following too closely reduces yourarea of vision, and move back into the right lane. (Remember that especially if you’re followinga larger vehicle. Also, your right outside mirror is convex.The vehicle you you won’t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead just passed may seem to be farther away from you suddenly slows or stops. Keep backa reasonable than it really is.) distance.

157 0 Try not to pass more than one vehicle at a time on The three typesof skids correspond to your Buick’s two-lane roads. Reconsider before passingthe next three control systems. In the braking skid your wheels vehicle. aren’t rolling. In the steering or cornering skid, too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and 0 Don’t overtake a slowly moving vehicle too rapidly. Even though the brake lights are not flashing,it may lose cornering force. And in the acceleration skid too be slowing down or starting to turn. much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin. A cornering skid and an acceleration skid are best 0 If you’re being passed, make it easyfor the handled by easing your foot offthe accelerator pedal. \ following driverto get ahead of you. Perhaps you can easea.little to the right. If your vehicle starts to slide (as when you- turn a corner on a wet, snow- or ice-covered road), ease your footoff Loss of Control the accelerator pedal as soonas you feel the vehicle start Let’s review what driving experts say about what to slide. Quickly steerthe way you want the vehicle to happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering go. If you start steering quickly enough, your vehicle and acceleration) don’t have enough friction where the will straighten out. As it does, straighten the front tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked. wheels. In any emergency, don’t give up. Keep trying to steer Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow,ice, and constantly seek an escape route or areaof less gravel, or other material is on the road. For safety, you’ll.. danger. want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions. It is important to slow downon slippery Skidding surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited. In a skid, a driver can lose controlof the vehicle. Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable While drivingon a surface with reduced traction, try care suited to existing conditions, and by not your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, or I “overdriving” those conditions. But skids are always braking (including engine braking by shifting to a lower possible. gear). Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide. You may not realize thesurface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding. Learn to recognize warning clues-- Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One such as enough water, ice or packed snow on the road to reason is that some driversare likely to be impaired-- make a “mirrored surface”-- and slow down when you by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by have any doubt. fatigue. Remember: Any anti-lock braking system (ABS) helps Here are some tips on night driving. avoid only the braking skid. Steer theway you want to 0 Drive defensively. Remember, this is the most go. dangerous time. Driving at Night 0 Don’t drink and drive. (See “Drunken Driving”in the Index for more on this problem.) 0 Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlights behind you. 0 Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. It’s hardto tell how fastthe vehicle ahead is goingjust by looking at its taillights. 0 Slow down, especially on higher speed roads.Your headlights can lightup only’s0 much road ahead. In remote areas, watchfor animals. If you’re tired, pulloff the road in a safe place and rest. Night Vision Avoid staring directly into the approaching lights.If there is a lineof opposing traffic, make occasional No one cansee as well at night as in the daytime. But as glances over the lineof headlights to make certain that we get older these differences increase. A 50-year-old one of the vehicles isn’t starting to move into your lane. driver may requireat least twice as much light to see the Once you are past the bright lights, give your eyes time same thing at nightas a 20-year-old. to readjust before resuming speed. What you do in the daytime canalso affect your night vision. For example,if you spend the day@ bright High Beams sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses.,Your eyes will If the vehicle approaching you hasits high beams on, have less trouble adjustingto night. signal by flicking yours to high and then back to low But if you’re driving, don’t wear sunglassesat night. beam. This is the usual signal to lowerthe headlight They may cut down on glare from headlights, but they beams. If the other driver still doesn’t lower the beams, also make a lotof things invisible that should remain resist the temptation to put your high beams on. This visible - such as parked cars, obstacles, pedestrians, or only makes two half-blinded drivers. even trains blocking railway crossings.You may want to On a freeway, use your high beams only in remote areas put on your sunglassesafter you have pulled into a where you won’t impair approaching drivers. In some brightly-lighted service or refreshment area. Eyes places, like cities, using high beams is illegal. shielded from that glare may adjust more quicklyto darkness back on the road: But be sureto remove your When you follow another vehicleon a freeway or sunglasses before you leave the service area. highway, use low beams. True, most vehicles now have I .. day-night mirrors that enable the driver to reduce glare. You can be temporarily blinded by approaching lights. But outside mirrors are not of this type and. rh beams It can take a second ortwo, or even several seconds,for from behind can bother the driver ahead. your eyes to readjustto the dark. When you are faced with severe glare (as from a driver who doesn’t lower the high beams, ora vehicle with misaimed headlights), slow down a little.

160 A. Few ,More Night Driving Suggestions Driving in the Rain

Keep your eyes moving; that way, it’s easier to pick out dimly lighted objects. Just as your headlights shouldbe checked regularlyfor Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet proper aim, so should your eyes be examined regularly. road you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because Some drivers suffer from night blindness-- the inability your tire-to-road traction isn’tas good as on dry roads. to see in dim light -- and aren’t even awareof it. And, if your tires don’t have much treadleft, you’ll get even less traction. It’s always wiseto go slower and be cautiousif rain starts to fall while you are driving. The surface may get

P 161 wet suddenly when your reflexesare tuned for driving on dry pavement. The heavier the rain,the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper bladesare in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder tosee road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edgeof the road, and even people walking. Road spray can often be worsefor vision than rain, especially if it comesfrom a dirty road. So it is wise to keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled. Replace your windshield wiper inserts when theyshow signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield, or when strips of rubber start to separate fromthe inserts.

Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. But if you can't, try to slow down before you hit them.

1 L3 road. If you can see reflections from trees, telephone poles, or other vehicles, and raindrops “dimple” the A CAUTION: water’s surface, there couldbe hydroplaning. Wet brakes can cause accidents. The: ton’t Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds. There work well in a quick stop and may causepulling to one side. You could lose controlof the vehicle. just isn’t a hard and fastrule about hydroplaning. The best advice is toslow down when it is raining, and be After driving througha large puddle of water or careful. carwash, apply your brake pedal ligh rtil your brakes work normally. Some Other Rainy Weather Tips 0 Turn on your headlights -- not just your parang Hydroplaning lights -- to help make you more visible to others. Hydroplaning is dangerous.So much water can build up 0 Look for hard-to-see vehicles coming from behind. under your tires that they can actuallyride on the water. You may want to use your headlights evenin This can happenif the road is wet enough and you’re daytime if it’s raining hard. going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, 0 Besides slowing down, allow some extra following it has little or no contact withthe road. distance. And be especially careful when you pass You might not be aware of hydroplaning. You could drive another vehicle. Allow yourself more clear room along for some time without realizing your tires aren’t in ahead, and be prepared to have your view restricted constant contact with the road.-You could find out the by road spray.If the road sprayis so heavy you are hard way: when you have to slow, turn, move outto,pass actually blinded,drop back. Don’t pass until -- or if you get hit by a gustof wind. You could suddenly conditions improve. Going more slowly is better fiid yourself out of control. than having an accident. Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often. But it can if your Use your defogger if it helps. tires haven’t much tread or if the pressurein ?ne or more Have good tires with proper tread depth. is low. It can happenif a lot of water is standing on the (See “Tires” inthe Index.) 163 Driving in Fog, Mist and Haze vehicle ahead or being struck by the one behind. toTry “read” the fog density down the road.If the vehicle ahead starts to become less clear or, at night,if the taillights are harder to see, the fogis probably thickening. Slow down to give traffic behind you a chance to slow down. Everybody then has a better chance to avoid hitting the vehicle ahead. A patch of dense fog may extend only forfew a feet (meters) or for miles (kilometers); you can’tyeally tell while you’re in it.You can only treat the situation with extreme care. One common fog condition -- sometimes called mist or ground fog -- can happen in weather that seems perfect, especially at night or in the early morning in valley and low, marshy areas. You can be suddenly enveloped in thick, wet haze that may even coat your windshield.You can often spot these fog patches or mist layers with your headlights. But sometimes they can be waiting for you Fog can occur with high humidity or heavy frost.It can as you come over a hill ordip into a shallow valley. be so mild that you cansee through it for several Start your windshield wipers and washer, to help clear hundred feet (meters). Orit might be so thick that you accumulated road dirt. Slow down carefully. can see only a few feet (meters) ahead. It may come suddenly to an otherwise clear road. And it can be a Tips on Driving in Fog major hazard. If you get caught in fog, turn your headlights on low When you drive into a fog patch, your visibility will be beam, even in daytime. You’ll see-- and be seen -- reduced quickly. The biggest dangersare striking the better. Use your fog lights if your vehicle has them. City Driving

One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out for what the other driversare doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where youare going. Try not to drive around trying to pick out a familiar street or landmark. Get a city map and plan your trip 165

Entering the Freeway Just before you leave the lane, glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there isn’t another vehicle in your At the entrance there is usuallya ramp that leads tothe “blind” spot. freeway. If you have a clear view ofthe freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp, you should begin to If you are moving from an outside to a center lane on a check traffic. Try to determine whereyou expect to freeway having more than two lanes, make sure another blend with the flow. If traffic is light, you may haveno vehicle isn’t aboutto move into the same spot.Look at problem. But if it is heavy, findgap a as you move along the vehicles two lanes over and watch for telltale signs: the entering lane and time your approach. Try to merge turn signals flashing, an increase in speed, or moving into the gap at close to the prevailing speed. Switch on toward the edge of the lane. Be prepared to delay your your turn signal, check your rearview mirrorsas you move. move along, and glance over your shoulderas often as Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you necessary. Try to blend smoothly withthe traffic flow. allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move Driving on the Freeway slightly slower at night. Once you are on the freeway, adjust your speed to the Leaving the Freeway posted limit or tothe prevailing rate if it’s slower. Stay When you want to leave the freeway, move tothe proper in the right lane unless you wantto pass. If you are on a lane well in advance. Dashing across lanes at the last two-lane freeway, treatthe right lane as the slow lane minute is dangerous. If you miss your exitdo not, under and the left lane as the passing lane. any circumstances, stop and back up. Driveon to the If you are on a three-lane freeway, treatthe right lane as next exit. the slower-speed through lane, the middle laneas the At each exit point is a deceleration lane. Ideally it higher-speed through lane, and the leftlane as the should be long enough for you to enterit at freeway passing lane. speed (after signaling,of course) and then do your Before changing lanes, check your rearview mirrors. braking before moving ontothe exit ramp. Then use your turn signal. Unfortunately, not all deceleration lanesare long enough -- some are too short for all the braking. Decide when to 167 2- start bralung. If you must brake onthe through lane, and Before Leaving ona Long Trip if there is traffic close behind you, you can allow a little extra time and flash your brake lights (in addition to Make sure you’re ready. Try to be well rested.If you your turn signal) as extra warning that you are about to must start when you’re not fresh-- such as after a day’s slow down and exit. work -- don’t plan to make too many miles that first part of the journey. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply. can easily drive in. The exit speed is usually posted. Reduce your speed Is your vehicle ready fora long trip?If you keep it according to your speedometer, notto your sense of serviced and maintained, it’s readyto go. If it needs motion. After drivingfor any distance at higher speeds, service, have it done before starting out.Of course, you may tend to think youare going slower than you you’ll find experienced andable service expertsin actually are. For example,40 mph (65 km/h) might Buick dealerships all across North America. They’ll be seem like only 20 mph (30 km/h). Obviously, this could ready and willing to helpif you need it. lead to serious trouble on a ramp designed for20 mph (30 krn/h)! Here are some things you can check before a trip: 0 Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are Driving a Long Distance all windows clean inside and outside? Although most long trips today are made on freeways, WiDer Blades: Are they in good shape/ there are still many made on regular highways. Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked Long-distance driving on freeways and regular all levels? highways is the same in some ways.The trip has to be planned and the vehicle prepared, you drive at 0 Lights: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean? higher-than-city speeds, and thereare longer turns 0 Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, behind the wheel. You’ll enjoy your trip more if you and trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough for your vehicle arein good shape. Here are some tips for a long-distance driving? Are the tires all inflated to the successful long trip. recommended pressure?

168 I 0 Weather Forecasts: What’s the weather outlook There is something about an easy stretch of road with the along your route? Should you delay your trip a short same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, time to avoid a major storm system? the drone of the engine, and the rushof the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy. Don’tit let happen 0 Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps? to you! If it does, your vehicle can leave the road in On the Road than a second, and you could crash and be injured. Unless you are the only driver, it is good to share the What can youdo about highway hypnosis? First, be driving task with others. Limit turns behindthe wheel to aware thatit can happen. about 100 miles (160 km) or two hours at a sitting. Then hereare some tips: Then, either change drivers orstop for some refreshment like coffee, tea or soft drinks and some limbering up. 0 Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated, with a But do stop and move around. Eat lightlyalong the way. comfortably cool interior. Heavier meals tend to make some people sleepy. 0 Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road ahead andto On two-lane highways or undivided multilane highways the sides. Check your rearview mirrors frequently and that do not have controlled access;you’ll want to watch your instruments from time to time.This can help you for some situations not usually found on freeways. avoid a fixed stare. Examples are: stop signs and signals, shopping centers 0 Wear good sunglasses in bright light. Glare can cause with direct accessto the highway, no passing zones and drowsiness. But don’t wear sunglasses at night. They school zones, vehicles turning left and rightoff the road, will drastically reduce your overall visionat the very pedestrians, cyclists, parked vehicles, and even animals. time you need all the seeing power you have. 0 If you get sleepy, pulloff the road into a rest, service, Highway Hypnosis or parking area and take a nap, get some exercise, or Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? both. For safety, treat drowsiness on the highway as Or is itjust plain falling asleepat the wheel? Call it an emergency. highway hypnosis, lackof awareness, or whatever. As in any driving situation, keep pace with traffic and allow adequate following distances. 169 If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, hereare some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle. These parts can work hard on mountain roads. Know how to go down hills. The most important thing to know is this: let your enginedo some of the slowing down. Don’t make your brakes do it all. Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill. That way, you will slow down without excessive use of your brakes.

Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flat or rolling terrain.

I 170 Know.how to go uphill. Drive in the highest gear 1 \ CAUTION: possible. Stay in your ownlane when driving on two-lane If you don’t shift down, your brakes COL., get so roads in hills or mountains. Don’t swing wideor cut hot that they wouldn’t work well. You would then across the centerof the road. Drive at speeds that let have poor braking or even none going down a 3‘ you stay in your own lane. That way, you won’t be hill. You could crash. Shift down to let your surprised by a vehicle coming toward you inthe engine assist your brakes on a steep downhi same lane. .. slope. 1 I. It takes longerto pass another vehicle when you’re going uphill. You’ll want to leave extra room to pass. If a vehicleis passing you and doesn’t have enough room, slow down to makeit easier €or the other A CAUTION: vehicle to get by. Coasting downhill in “N” (Neutr; or with the I As you go over the top of a hill, be alert. There could ignition off is dangerous. Your brakes will have be something in your lane, like a stalled car or an to do allthe work of slowing down. Theycou accident. get so hot that they wouldn’t work well. You I Youmay see highway signs on mountains that warn could crash. Always have your engine running of specialproblems. Examples are longgrades, I and your vehicle in gear when you go downh passingor no-passing zones, a falling rocks area, or 1 winding roads. Be alert to these and take appropriate action. Winter driving can present special problems. See “Winter Driving”in the Index.

171 You can turn your front wheels to keep your vehicle from rolling downhillor out into traffic.

Hills and mountains mean spectacular scenery. But please be careful where you stopif you decide to lookat the view or take pictures. Look for pull-offs or parking .-,‘‘e:;$ ’ - .I_@Z areas provided for scenic viewing. $$ .2f,iiiR 1 Turn your wheelsto the right. Another part of this manual tells how to use your parking brake (see “Parking Brake” in the Index). But You don’t have tojam your tires against thecurb, if there is a curb. A gentle contact is all you need. i~ on a mountain or steep hill, you cm do one more thing.

172 Parking Uphill

- parking on the left side, your wheels should point to the If there is a curb, turn your wheels to the left if the curb right. is at the right sideof your vehicle.

173 Torque Lock (Automatic Transaxle) If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transaxle into“‘F” (Park) properly, the weightof the vehicle may put too much force theon parking pawl in the transaxle. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of T“ (Park). This is called “torque lock.”To prevent torque lock, always be sureto shift into“P” (Park) properly before you leavethe driver’s seat.To find out how, see “Shifting Into ‘P’ (Park)” in the Index. When you are ready to drive, movethe shift lever outof “P” (Park) BEFORE you release the parking brake. If “torque lock” does occur, you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take someof the pressure from the transaxle,so you can pullthe shift lever out of “P” (Park). If there is no curb when you’re parking uphill,turn the wheels to the right. If there is no curb when you’re parking uphill on the left side of a one-way street, your wheels should be turned to the left.

174 Winter Driving

Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom,a supply Here are some tips for winter driving: of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer Have your Buick in good shape for winter. Be sure clothing, a small shovel,a flashlight, a red cloth, and a your engine coolant mix is correct. couple of reflective warning triangles. And,if you will be driving undersevere conditions, includea small bag e Snow tires can help in loose snow, but they may give of sand, a piece of old carpet ora couple of burlap bags you less traction on ice than regular tires. If youdo to help provide traction.Be sure you properly secure not expect30 be drivingin deep snow, but may have these items in your vehicle. to travel over ice, you may not wantto switch to snow tires at all. YOU may want to put winter emergincy supplies in your trunk. 175 Driving on Snowor Ice .: What’stheworst time for this? “Wetice.” Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to driveon. But wet Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the road probably have goodtraction~~~~~~~-!~~~.~~~~~,~..:i:::;.’;~~~ &5:. +! C? . .- : (. 7-..?.&-$&r least traction of all. You can get “wet ice” when it’s However, if there is snow orice between your tires and about freezing(32°F; 0°C) and freezing rain begins to the road, you can have a very slippery situation. You’ll fall. Try to avoid driving onwet ice until salt and sand have a lot less traction or “grip” and will needbe tovery crews can get there. careful. Whatever the condition-- smooth ice, packe:d, blowing

clumps of trees, behind’buildings,or under bridges. Sometimes the surfaceof a curve or an overpass may

176 remain icy when the surrounding roadsare clear. If If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a you see a patch of ice ahead of you, brake before you serious situation.You should probably stay with your are on it. Try not to brake while you’re actually on vehicle unless you knowfor sure that you are near help the ice, and avoid sudden steering maneuvers. and you can hike throughthe snow. Here are some things todo to summon help and keep yourself and your If You’re Caught in a Blizzard passengers .safe: Turn on your hazard flashers. Tie a red cloth to your vehicle toalert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. Put on extra clothingor wrap a blanket around you.If you have no blanketsor extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, flsor mats -- anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm. I You can run the engine to keep warm, but be careful.

I A CAUTION: dnow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could overcome you and kill you. You can’t see it or smell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle. Clear away snow from around the base ofyour vehicle, especia”-- any that is blocking your exhaust pipe. And check around again from time to time to be’su snow doesn’t collect there.

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Towing a Trailer Your car can tow a trailer.To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle, you should read the information in “Weightof the Trailer”. that appears I later in this section. But trailering is different than just A CAUTION: driving your vehicle by itself. Trailering means changes If you don’t use the correct equipment and drive I in.handling, durability, and fuel economy. Successful, properly, you can lose control when you pulla safe trailering takes correct equipment, andit has to be trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy. the I usedproperly. brakes may not work well-- or even at all. Yo That’s the reason for this section. Init are many and your passengers could be seriously injured. time-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules. Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the Many of these are important for your safety and thatof steps in this section. I your passengers. So please read this section carefully ~ ~, ~~ ~~ ~~~ ~~ i beforetrailer. apull you Load-pulling components such as the engine, transaxle, wheel assemblies, and tires are forced to work harder against the dragof the added weight. The engine is ulling a trailerimproper1 requiredoperaterelatively to at higher speedsunder and greater loads, generating extra heat. What’s more, the trailer adds considerably to wind resistance, increasing the pulling requirements. All of that means changes in: Do not tow a trailer if your vehicle is equipped with the 0 Handling 2.3 Liter, L4 engine. Durability Fueleconomy

179 If You Do Decide To PullTrailerA Three important considerations have to do withweight: If youIf do,here are someimportant points. Weight of theTrailer 0 There are many diflerent laws having todo with How heavy can a trailer safely be? trailering. Make sure your rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you’ll be driving. A It should never weigh more than 1,000 pounds (450 kg). goodsource for this information can be state or Buteven that can be too heavy. I provincialdependshowpolice. onIt youruse toplan you rig. For 1 Considerswaycontrol.using a example, speed, altitude, roadgrades, outside temperature and how much your vehicle is usedto pull a You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls. trailer are all important. And, it canalso depend on any 0 Don’t tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles special equipment that you have on your vehicle. (800 km) your new vehicleis driven. Your engine, You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or axle orother parts could be damaged. advice, or you can write us atBuick Motor Division, Then, during the first 500 miles (800 km) that you Customer Assistance Center, 902 E. Hamilton Avenue, tow a trailer, don’t drive over 50 mph (80 h/h)and Hint, MI 48550. don’t make startsat full throttle. This helps your In Canada, write to General Motorsof Canada Limited, en€!ine and other Paas Of Your wear in at the CustomerAssistance Center, 1908 ColonelSam Drive, heavier loads. Oshawa, Ontario L1H8P7.

.I Weight of the Trailer Tongue The trailer tongue (A) should weigh10% of the total loaded trailer weight (B). The tongue load (A)of any trailer isan important weight to measure becauseit affects the total capacity After you’ve loaded your trailer, weighthe trailer and weight of your vehicle.The capacity weight includesthe then the tongue, separately,to see if the weights are curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carryin proper. If they aren’t, you may beable to get them right it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle. And simply by moving some items around thein trailer. if you will tow a trailer, you must subtract the tongue load from your vehicle’s capacity weight because your Total Weight onYour Vehicle’s Tires vehicle will be carrying that weight, too.See “Loading Be sure your vehicle’s tiresare inflated to the limit for Your Vehicle” in the Index for more informationabout cold tires. You’ll find these numbers on the Certification your vehicle’s maximum load capacity. label atthe rear edge of the driver’s door (orsee “Tire Loading” in the Index). Then be sure you don’tgo over the GVW limit for your vehicle. Hitches It’s important to havethe correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks goingby, and rough roadsare a few reasons why you’ll needthe right hitch. Hereare some rules to follow: Will you have to make any holes inthe body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch?If you do, then be sure to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch. If you don’t seal them, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) from your exhaust can get into your vehicle (see “Carbon Monoxide” in the Index).Dirt and water can, too. 181 The bumpers on your vehicle are not intended for Driving with a Trailer hitches. Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper-type hitches to them. Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting outfor the open road, you’ll want to get Safety Chains to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feelof handling and braking withthe added weight of the You should always attach chains between your vehicle trailer. And always keepin mind that the vehicle you are and.your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the driving is now a good deal longer andnot.nearly so tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not dropto responsive as your vehicle is by itself. the road if it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions about safety chains may be providedby the Before you start, check the trailer hitch and platform, hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer. safety chains, electrical connector, lights, tires and Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for mirror adjustment.If the trailer has electric brakes, start attaching safety chains. Always leavejust enough slack your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the so you can turn with your rig. And, never allow safety trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are chains to dragon the ground. working. This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time. Trailer Brakes During your trip, check occasionally to be sure that the Does your trailer have its own brakes? Be sure to read load is secure, and thatthe lights and any trailer brakes and follow the instructions forthe trailer brakesso are still working. you’ll be able to install, adjust and maintain them properly. Because you have anti-lock brakes,do not try Following Distance to tap into your vehicle’s brake system.ff you do, both Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you brake systems won’t work well, or at all. would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns. Passing the trailer lights will also flash, telling other drivers you’re about to turn, change lanes or stop. You’ll need more passingdistance up ahead when you’re towing a trailer. And, because you’re a good deal When towing a trailer,the green arrows on your longer, you’ll need to go much farther beyondthe instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on passed vehicle before you can return to your lane. the trailer are burned out. Thus, you may think drivers d behind you are seeing your signal when theyare not. It’s Backing Up important to check occasionally to be surethe trailer Hold the bottomof the steering wheel with one hand. bulbs are still working. Then, to move the trailerto the left, just move that hand Driving On Grades to the left. To move the trailer to the right, move your hand to the right. Always. back up slowly and, if Reduce speed and shift to a lower gearbefore you start possible, have someone guide you. down a longor steep downgrade.If you don’t shift down, you might have to useyour’brakes so much that Making Turns they would get hot and no longer work well. When you’re turning with a trailer, make wider turns On a long uphill grade, usethe highest gear. possible.If than normal. Do this so your trailer won’t strike soft you cannot maintain posted speeds, drivingat a lower shoulders, curbs, road signs,trees, or other objects. speed mayhelp avoid overheating your engine and Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers. Signal well in transaxle. advance. Parking on Hills nrn Signals When Towing a Trailer You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer When you tow a trailer, your vehicle has to have a attached, on a hill.If something goes wrong, your rig different turn signal flasher and extra wiring.The green could start to move. People can be injured, and both arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged. you signal a turn or lane change. Properly hooked up,

183 But if you ever haveto park your rig on a hill, here’s Maintenance When Trailer Towing , how to do it: 1 Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re I 1 1. Applyyour regular brakes, but don’t shift into.“P” pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedulefor more I yet. (Park) on this. Things that are especially important in trailer I I operation are automatic transaxle fluid (don’t overfill), I 2. Havesomeone place chocks under.the trailerwheels. I engine oil, belt, cooling system, and brake adjustment. 3. When the wheel chocks are in place, release the Each of these is covered in this manual, andthe Index regular brakes untilthe chocks absorb the load. will help you find them quickly.If you’re trailering, it’s 4. Reapply the regular brakes. Then apply your parking a good idea to review these sections beforeyou start brake, and then shiftto “F’” (Park). your trip. 5. Release the regular brakes. Check periodically tosee that all hitch nuts and boltsare ,. I tight. I

~ When You AreReady to LeaveAfter I Parkingaon Hill I 1. Apply your regular brakes and holdthe pedal down while you: Start your engine; 0 Shift into a gear; and 0 Release the parking brake. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly untilthe trailer is clearof the chocks. 4. Stop and have someone pickup and store the chocks.

284 Part 5 Problems on the Road I

Here you’ll find what todo about some problems that can occur on the .road Part 5 includes: Hazard Warning Flashers ...... 186 OtherWarningDevices ...... 187 “Jump”Starting ...... 188 TowingYourBuick ...... 193 Engineoverheating ...... 197 IfaTireGoesFlat ...... 204 ChangingaFlatTire ...... 204 CompactSpareTire ...... 212 If You’re Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow ...... 214 Hazard Warning Flashers

Your hazard warning flashers letyou warn others. They also let police know you havea problem. Your front and rear turn signal lights will flash on andoff.

186 Move the switch to the To turn off the flashers, right to make your front move the switch to the left. and rear turn' signal lights flash on and off.

Your hazard flashers work no matter what position your When the hazard warning flashers are on, your turn key is in, and evenif the key isn't in. signals won't work. Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles,you can setone up at the sideof the road about300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle.

/1\ CAUTION: You could be injured if the whicles rd. Sat ths An electric fan can start up even when theeng parking brake firmly on each ve,hicle, ‘Put an is not running and can injure you. Keep hands automatic tra’nsaxlein “P*”(Pa~k) or a.._,an#ual clothing and tools away from transaxle in ‘W’ (Neutral). electric fan.

3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Turn off all Find the positive(+) and negative (-) terminals on lights that aren’t needed, and radios. This will avoid each battery. sparks and help save both batteries. And it could save your radio!

4. Open the hood and locate the batteries.

189 r Before you connect the cables, hereare some things you should know. Positive(+ ) will go to positive (+) and negative (-) will go to negative (-) or a metal engine part. Don't connect(+) to (-) or you'll get a short that would damagethe battery and maybe other parts, too. I

5. Check that the jumper cables don't have looseor missing insulation. If they do, you could geta shock. The vehicles couldbe damaged, too.

190 7. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+ ) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote positive(+) terminal if the vehicle has one.

8. Now connect the black 6. Connect the red positive(+) cable to the positive(+) negative (-) cable to the terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery. Usea good battery’s negative remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. (-) terminal.

191 Don't let the other end touch anything until the next 10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run step. The other endof the negative cable doesn't go to the engine for awhile. the dead battery. It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part 11. Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery. on the engineof the vehicle with the dead battery. If it won't start after a few tries,it probably needs '-? - ' * < :.!. 9. Attach the cable at least 18 inches(45 cm) away , .,_.= , .::.t, .. .. ._ service. c_ from the dead battery, but not near engine parts that move. The electrical connection isjust as good there, 12. Remove the cablesin reverse orderto prevent but the chanceof sparks getting backto the battery is electrical shorting. Take care that they don't touch much less. each other or any other metal. Towing Your Buick Before you do anything, turn on the hazard warning flashers. Try to have a GM dealer or a professional towing service tow your Buick. The usual towing equipmentis When you call, tell the towing service: a sling-type (A) or a wheel-lift(B) or car carrier(C) tow That your vehicle has front-wheel drive. truck. 0 The make, model, and year of your vehicle.

0 Whether you can still move the shift lever.:,.

0 If there was an accident, what was damaged. When the towing servicearrives, let the tow operator know that this manual contains detailed towing instructions and illustrations.The operator may wan.t to see them.

If your vehicle has been changed or modified since it was factory-new by adding aftermarket items like fog lamps, aero skirting, or special tires and wheels, these instructions and illustrations may not correct.be

193 When your vehicleis being towed, have the ignition key off. The steering wheel should be clampedin a straight-ahead position, with a clamping device designed for towing service.Do not use the vehicle’s steering column lock for this. The transaxle should be in Neutral and the parking brake released. Don’t have your vehicle towed onthe front wheels, unless you must.If the vehicle must be towed on the front wheels, don’t go more than35 mph (57 kmh) or farther than50 miles (80 km) or your transaxle will be damaged. If these limits must be exceeded, thenthe front wheels have to be supported on a dolly.

CAUTION: I A vehicle 1 fallfrom acar cal t It isn’t properly secured. This can cause acollision, serious personal injury and vehicle damage. The vehicle should be tightly secured with chains or P- I steel cables before it is transported. on’t use substitutes (ropes, leather straps,

canvas webbing, etc.) that can be cut by sh; 1 I edges underneath the towed vehicle. Front Towing 1

Use a wheel lif? or a car carrier only. Additional ramping may be required for the car carrier equipment. Use safety chains and wheel straps.

195 Rear Towing NOTICE: o notwith tow Ui ascia/fog lamp damage will occur.

Use a wheel liftor a car carrier only. Additional ramping may be requiredfor the car carrier equipment. Use safety chains and wheel straps.

196 11 ,m CAUTION: Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, evenif you justopen the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steamcoming from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away I from the vehicle until it cools down. Wait until there is no signof steam or coolant before opening the hood. If you keep driving when your engine is overheated, the liquids in it can catch fire. You or others could be badly burned. Stop your engine if it overheats, and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool. I If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about ten minutes. If the warning doesn’t come backon, you can drive normally. If the, warning continues, pull over, stop, and park your vehicle right away. If there’s still no signof steam, you can idle the engine for two.or three minutes while you’re parked, to see if the warning stops. But then, if you still have the warning, TURN OFF THE ENGINE AND GET EVERYONE OUT OF THE VEHICLE until it cools down. You may decide not.to lift the hood but to get service help right away.

When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see:

0 Coolant surge tank with pressure cap Electric engine fan

198 A CAUTION: A CAUTION: An electricfan under the hood can start upeven Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine when the engine is not runningand can injure parts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them. If you you. Keep hands,clothing and tools away from do, you can be burned. any underhood electric fan. Don’t run the engine if there is a leak. If you run I -le engine, it couldlose allcoolant. That could If the coolantinside the coolant surge tank is boiling, cause an engine fire, and you could beburned. don’t do anything else until it cools down. Nt any leakfixed before you drivethe vehicle.

If there seemsto be no leak, checkto see if the electric engine fanis running. If the engineis overheating, the fan should be running. If it isn’t, your vehicle needs service.

The coolant level shouldbe at or above“FULL COLD.” If it isn’t, you may havea leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhereelse in the cooling system. 199 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank /I\ CAUTION: If you haven’t found a problemyet, but the coolant level Steam and scalding liquids froma hot cooling isn’t at or above“FULL COLD,” add a50/50 mixture of system can blow out and burn you badly. They clean water (preferably distilled) and the proper are under pressure,and if you turnthe coolant antifreeze at the coolant surge tank, but be sure the surge tank pressure cap -- even alittle -- they can cooling system, including the coolant surge tank come out at high speed. Never turn the cap when pressure cap, is cool before youdo it. (See “Engine lhe cooling system, including the coolant surge Coolant” in the Indexfor more information about the tank pressure cap, is hot. Wait for the coolin- proper coolant mix.) system and coolant surge tank pressure cap 13 cool if youever have to turnthe pressure cap.

t 1 A CAUTION': Adding only plainwater to your cooling system You can1 be burned if you spill coolant on hot ,, can be dangerous. Plain water, or some lother engilne ~parts.Coolaint contains ethylene glycol liquid li~kealcohol, can boil before tihe proper and lit wil~ilburn if the enlgine parts are ,hot coolant mix will. Your whicl'e's CoOilant warning enough. hn't spill coolant on a hot engine. I system is set for the proper coolant mix. With 1 plain water or the wron.g, mix,your engi'ne could8 1 get too h,otbut you wouldn't get thie overheat 1. You can remove the warning. Your engine could catclh fire andyou or coolant surge tank others couldbe burned. Use ;a 50/50 mix ofclean I pressure cap when the water and a proper antifreeze. 1- cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly

i aboutone-quarter turn 1I to the leftand then stop.

If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop.A hiss means there is still some pressure left.

201 2. Then keep turning the ‘pressure cap, slowly, and removeit.

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3. Fill the coolant surgetank with the proper mix, up to “FULL COLD’ or just above the small cylinder at the base of the opening.

202 5. By this time, the coolant levelinside the coolant surge tank may be lower.If the level is lower, add more of the proper mix to the coolant surge tank until thelevel reaches the split line formed by the black and white partof the tank. 6. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the pressure cap is tight.

4. With the coolant surge tank pressur\e cap off,start the engine and letit run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watchout for the engine fan.

203 .If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire It’s unusual for atire to “blow out” while you’re driving, If a tire goes flat, avoid furthertire and wheel damage especially if you maintain yourtires properly. If air goes by driving slowlyto a level place. Turn on your hazard out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly. warning flashers. But if you should ever have a “blowout,” hereare a few 1 tips about what to expect and what to do: If a front tire fails, the flat tire will create a drag that A “-CAUTION: pulls the vehicle toward thatside: Take yourfoot off the I Changing a tire can cause an injury. Thevehicle accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly. can slip off the jack and roll over you or other Steer to maintain lane position, then gentlv I. - to a people. You and they could be badly injured. Find stop well out of the traffic lane. a level place to change your tire. To help prevent A rear blowout, particularly on a curve, acts much like a the vehicle from moving: skid and may require the same correction you’d use in a 1. Set the parking brake K-Ay. skid. In any rear blowout, remove your foot from the 2. Put the shift lever in “P” (Park accelerator pedal. Get the vehicle under control by 3. Turn off the engine. steering the way you want the vehicle to go.It may be very bumpy and noisy, but you can still steer. Gently To be even more certain the vehicle won’t mob brake to a stop, well off the road if possible. you can put chocks at the front and rear of t tire farthest away from the one being changed, If your tire goesflat, the next section shows how to use I That would be the tire on the oP?r side of the

your jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely. vehicle, the oppos’- 1 end. CAUTION: (Continued) I ' The following steps will tellyou how to use the jack and change a tire.

The equipment you'll need is in the trunk.

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Wheel Covers Aluminum Wheel Nut Covers To remove this wheel cover use the flat endof the wheel wrench. Take the small cover‘off to access the wheel nuts.

Remove either of these wheel covers by using the flat Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts. end of thewheel wrench. Pry along the edge of theDon’t remove them yet. wheel cover until it comes off. Be careful; the rim edges Lift the handle from the jack and raise it straight up. may be sharp. Don’t try to removeit with your bare Turn thejack handle to raise thejack lift head slightly. hands.

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is <.&,j ... ,- >? .... Remove any rust ordirt from the wheel bolts, mounting : ,;pi>@, '+ !, ::-, 1. : .. . . i . surfaces or spare wheel. Place thespare on the wheel Gsethe vehicle by mounting surface. Raise the vehiclefar enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit. Remove all the wheel nuts and takeoff the flat tire.

208 I Replace the wheel nuts CAUTION: with the rounded endof the A nuts toward the wheel. Rust: or 'dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to Tighten each nut by hand which it is fastened, can make the wheelnuts until the wheelis held become loose after a time. The w~heelcould come against the hub. off and cause an accident.When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from the places whiere the wheel attach'esto the vehicle. In an emergency, you can use a doth olr a paper towel to do this; but.be swe to :use a scraper or wire

Ibr'ush later,if you need inl.to get all the rust or " dirt off.

Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the n"s might come loose. Your wheel cou!l_I fall oEf, causing a serious accidenlt.

209 Tighten the wheel nuts firmlyin a crisscross sequenceas shown. Lower the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Lower thejack completely.

210 n Now put all the equipment back inthe car. /!\ CAUTION: Just follow this drawing: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even comeoff. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to get the right kind. Stop somewhere assoon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench. The torque setting shouldbe 140 N.m (1 00 ft. Ibs.)

Don’t try to put the wheel cover on your compact spare tire. It won’t fit. Store the wheel coverin the trunk until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced.

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211 when you are driving with a compact spare. See “Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light” in the Index. If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud,Ice or Snow Storing a jack, a tire, or otherequipment in the What you don’t want to do when your vehicle is stuck passenger compartment of the vehicle COL is to spin your wheels.The method known as “rocking ” cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, lo ~ ~e can help youget out when you’re stuck, but you must equipment could strike s-neone.Store all these use caution. in the r-7per place.

If you letyow tires spinat Mgh speed, they can expl’ode and yo’u or ,others could be injured. And, the tra.nsaxle or other parts of ,the vehilclecs-- overheat. That could cause an engine fire or other damage. When you’re stuck, spin the wheels as little as possible. Do:n’tspin the wheel~s’above 35 mph (55 he speedometer., I

213 Rocking your vehicle to getit out: First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your front wheels. Then shift back and forth between “R” and a forward gear, spinning the wheels as little as possible. Release the accelerator pedal while you shift, and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transaxle is in gear. If that doesn’t get you out after a few tries, you may needto be towed out. If you do need to be towed out, see “Towing Your Car” in the Index.

A CAUTION: You can be injured if you try todo service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it. a Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, and the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task. a Be sure to use the proper nuts, bolts and other fasteners. “English” and “metric” fasteners can be easily confused. If you use the wrong fasteners, parts can later L break or fall off. You could be hurt.

Doing Your Own Service Work Fuel Ethanol is ethyl or grain alcohol. Properly-blended fuel that is no more than10% ethanol is fine for your Use regular unleaded gasoline ratedat 87 octane or vehicle. higher. It should meet specifications ASTM D4814 in the U.S. and CGSB 3.5-92 in Canada. These fuels Methanol is methyl or wood alcohol. should have the proper additives,so you should not have to add anythingto the fuel. In the U.S. and Canada, it’s easy to be sure you get the right kind of gasoline (unleaded).You’ll see “UNLEADED” right on the pump. And only unleaded nozzles will fit into your vehicle’s filler neck. Be sure the posted octane is at least87. If the octane is less than 87, you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive. If it’s bad enough,it can damage your engine. If you’re using fuel rated 87at octane or higher and you still hear heavy knocking, your engine needs service. But don’t worry if you hear littlea pinging noise when Gasolines for Cleaner Air you’re acceleratingor driving up a hill. That’s normal, and you don’t have to buy a higher octane fuel to get rid Your use of gasoline with detergent additives will help of pinging. It’s the heavy, constant knock that means prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel you have a problem. system. That helps keep your engine in tune and your emission control system working properly. It’s good for What about gasoline with blending materials that your vehicle, and you’ll be doing your part for cleaner contain oxygen, suchas MTBE or alcohol? air. MTBE is “methyl tertiary-butyl ether.” Fuel that is no Many gasolines are now blended with materials called more than 15% MTBE is fine for your vehicle. oxygenates. General Motors recommends that you use 217

Gasoline vapor is highly flammable.It burns violently,and that can causevery bad injuries. I A CAUTION: If you get gasoline on you and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel filler cap slowly and wait for any “hiss” noise to stop. Thenunscrew the cap all the way.

a- m .~cay : _, theY, put you When ----I untilon,right turn the it to .. . I. ’ YOU hear a clicking noise. 4 Y While refueling, hang the cap inside thefuel door. . To take off the cap, turnit slowly to the left (counterclockwise).

pe. Your dealer can get one for you. If you get e wrong type, it may not fit or have prope enting, and your fuel tank and emissions

220 Checking ThingsUnder the .Hood Hood Release To open the hood, first pull the handle insidethe Ivehicle. It is located in the area to the left and beneath the instrument panel.

Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood release. Lift the hood.

221 I1 A CAUTION: CAUTION: An electric fan under thehood can start upand Things that burn can get on hotengine parts and injure you even when theengine is not running start a fire. These include liquids likegasoline,. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any oil, coolant, brakefluid, windshield washer and underhood electric fan. other fluids, and plastic or rubber. You or others I could be burned. Becareful not todrop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine. I

Before closing the hood,be sure all thefiller caps are on properly.

Then just pull the hood down and close it firmly. ' Engine Oil It's a good ideato check your engineoil every time you get fuel. In order to getan accurate reading, theoil must be warm andthe vehicle must beon level ground.

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The engine oil dipstick is located directly behind the engine fan. Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutesto get back down into the oil pan. If you don't, the oil dipstick might not showthe actual level.

223 To Check Engine Oil: Pull out the dipstick and cleanit with a paper towelor cloth, then pushit back in all the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip lower. When to Add Oil: If the oil is at or below the upper mark, then you’ll needto add some oil. But you must use the right kind,. This section explains what kindof oil to use. For crankcase capacity, see “Capacities and Specifications” in the Index.

224 I What Kind of Oil to Use: RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS Look for three things: FOR BESTFUEL ECONOW AND COLD 16, SELECTTHE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE El.. -_.-J TEMPERATURE RANGE. SG “SG’ must be on the oil container, eitherby itself or LOOK combined with other quality designations, suchas HOT FOR THIS IOW-30 “SG/CC,” “SG/CD,” “SF,SG,CC;”etc. These letters WEATMER LABEL r r show American PetroleumInstitute (API) levelsof “F “C quality. k100 . +38 1 I + 80 .+27 + 60 - +16 -

+ 40 .+4

+ 20 .-7 0 .-18 - 0 SAE low-30 (V6 3.3L LG7 Engine) above WF As shown in this viscosity chart,SAE 1OW-30 is SAE 5W-30 best for your vehicle. However, you can use SAE f

5W-30 if it’s going to be colder than60 OF( 16 C) IF NEITHER SAE 5W-30 NOR SAE 1OW-30 before your nextoil change. When it’s very cold, GRADE OILS’ARE AVAILABLE, SAE 30 WEATHER GRADE MAY BE USED AT TEMPERATURES below O°F (-18 C), you should use SAE 5W-30. ABOVE 40 DEGREES F (4 DEGREES C). DO NOT USE SAE 1OW-40, SAE 2OW-50 OR ANY OTHER GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED SAE VlSCOSlTY GRADE ENGINE OILS SAE 5W-30 (L4 2.3L L40 Engine) FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST As shown in this viscosity chart, SAE5W-30 is best SAE VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE. for your vehicle. However, you can useSAE low-30 if it's going to be0 OF(- 18 C) or above. FORLOOK THIS @ These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or HOT 5W-30 thickness. WEATHER LABEL "t'LcoNse94' Energy Conserving I1 Oils with these words on the container will help you I save fuel. This doughnut-shaped logo (symbol) is used on mostoil containers to help you select the correct oil. You should look for this on theoil container, and use only those oils that display the logo. GM Goodwrench@ oil (in Canada,GM Engine Oil) IE 1OW-30 1 meets all the requirements for your vehicle. Engine Oil Additives: Don't add anything to your oil. SAE 5W-30 PREFERRED Your Buick dealer is readyto adviseif you think something should be added. IF NEITHER SAE 5W-30 NOR SAE low-30 COLD GRADE OILS ARE AVAILABLE, SAE 30 When to Change Engine Oil: See if any one of these WEATHER GRADE MAY BE USED AT TEMPERATURES ABOVE 40 DEGREES F (4 DEGREES C). is true for you: DO NOT USE SAE 1OW-40, SAE 2OW-50 OR ANY OTHER GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED Most trips are less than 4 miles (6 km).

226 0 It’s below freezing outside and most trips are less What to Do with Used Oil: than 10 miles (16 km).

0 The engine is at low speed mostof the time (as in door-to-door delivery, orin stop-and-go traffic). 0 You tow a trailer often. I sed engine oil contains things that have caused skin cancer in laboratory animals. Don’t let used 0 Most trips are through dusty places. oil stay on your skin for very long.Clean your If any one of these istrue for your vehicle, thenyou skin and nails with soap and water,or a good need to change youroil and filter every 3,000 miles (5 hand cleaner. Washor properly throw away 000 km) or 3 months -- whichever comes first. c-othing or rags containing usedengine oil. If none of them is true, changethe oil every7,500 miles (12 500 km)or 12 months -- whichever comes first. Used oil can be a real threatto the environment. Don’t Change the filter at thefirst oil change andat every ever dispose of it by pouring it on the ground, into other oil change after that. sewers, or into streams or bodiesof water. Instead, Engine Block Heater: An engine block heater can be a recycle it by taking it to a place that collects usedoil. If big help if you have to park outside in very cold you have a problempropeily disposing of your used oil, weather, -20 F (-29 C) or colder. If your vehicle has ask your dealer, a service station or a local recycling this option, see “Engine Block Heater.” inthe Index. center for help.

227 Air Cleaner

Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter. The air cleaner is located on the driver’s sideof the See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index. engine compartment. A CAUTION: Operating the engine with the air cleaner off can cause you or others to be burned. Theair cleaner not onlycleans the air, it stops flame if the engine backfires. If it isn't there, and the engine backfires, you couldbe burned. Don't drive with it off, and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner off- Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle Then; without shutting off the engine, follow these fluid level if you have been driving: steps: When outside temperatures are above ’90F (32 ’C). 0 At high speed .for quite a while. In heavy traffic -- especially in hot weather. While pulling a trailer. To get the right reading, the fluid should be at normal operating temperature, which is180’F to 200’F (82OC to 93“C). Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about15 miles (24 km)when outside temperaturesare above 50’F (10 C). If it’s colder than50 OF(10 ’C), you may have to drive longer. To’checkthe fluid level: .I. Pull out the dipstick and wipeit with a clean rag or paper towel. 0 Park your vehicle ona level place. 2. . Push it back in all the way, wait three seconds and e Place theshift lever in “F”’ (Park) with the parking brake applied. then pull it back out again. 0 With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear range, pausingfor about three seconds in each range. Then, position the shift lever in “P,’ (Park). Let the enginerun at idle far three to five minutes. 0 Give freezing protection down to-34°F (-37 "C). 0 Give boiling protectionup to 262 F (128 " C). 0 Protect against rust and corrosion. 0 Help keep the proper engine temperature. 0 Let the warning lights workas they should.

231 ~~~x~~~~ of one-half clean water (preferably distilled) and one-half antifreeze that meets“GM Specification 1825-M,” which won’t damage aluminum parts. You can also use a recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825-M with a complete coolant-flush warrantv. Too much water in the mix can freeze and refill. Use GM Engine Coolant Supplement (sealer) with any complete coolant change.If you use these, you don’t need to add anything else. n Adding Coolant CAUTION: 1 A The surge tankis located on Adding only plain water to your cooling system the passenger’s sideof the can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other engine compartment. liquid likealcohol, can boil before the proper To Check Coolant: When coolant mix will. Your vehicle’s coolant warning .your engine iscold, the system is set for the proper coolant mix. With coolant level should beat plain water or the wrong mix, your engine could “FULL COLD,” or a little get too hot but youwouldn’t get the overheat higher. warning. Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned. Usea 50150 mix of clean I water and a proper antifreeze. To Add Coolant: If you need more coolant, add the Surge Tank Pressure Cap proper mix at the surge tank, but only when the engine is cool.

A CAUTION: pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn youbadly. Never turn the surge tank pressure cap -- even a When you replace your surge tank pressure cap,a GM little -- when the engine and radiator are hot. I cap is recommended. Thermostat I 1 Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat 1 A CAUTION: in the engine coolant system. The thermostat stops the flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant You can be burned if you spillcoolant on hot reaches a preset temperature. engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and it will burn ifthe engine parts are hot When you replace your thermostat, anACS thermostat enough. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine. is recommended.

233 Power Steering Fluid What to Add: Refer to the Maintenance Scheduleto determine what kind of fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.

How To Check Power Steering Fluid: Unscrew the cap and wipethe dipstick with .a clean rag. Replace the cap and completely tightenit. Then remove the cap again and lookat the fluid level on the dipstick. When the engine compartment is hot, the level should be at the“HOT” mark. When the engine compartmentis cool, the level should be at the “FULL COLD” mark.

234 Windshield Washer Fluid To Add: c Open the cap labeled “WASHER FLUID ONLY.” Add washer fluid until the 9 Don’t mix w bottle is full. fluid. Water can cause the solutionto freeze and damage your washerfluid tan

water doesn’t clean as well as wash e Fill your washer fluid tank only 3/4 f when it’s very cold.This allows for expansion, which c

235 1 BrakeMaster Cylinder won’t work at all. So, it isn’t a good idea to “topoff’ your brake fluid. Adding brake. fluid won’t correct a Your brake master cylinderis here. It is filled with leak. If you add fluid when your liningsare worn, then 1 DOT-3brake fluid. you’ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings. You should add (or remove) brake fluid,as necessary, only when workis done on the brake hydraulic system. I I 1 A CAUTION: If you have too much brake fluid, it can spill on the engine. The fluid will burnif the engine is hot enough. You or others could be burned, andyour vehicle could be damaged. Addbrake fluid only when work is done on the br, e hl ‘raulic system.

When your brake fluid falls to a low level, your brake There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in warning light will come on. See “Brake System Warning your master cylinder mightgo down. The first is that the Light’’ in the Index. brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear. When new liningsare put in, What to Add: the fluid level goes back up.The other reasonis that When you do need brake fluid, use onlyDOT-3 brake fluid is leaking outof the brake system.If it is, you fluid -- such as Delco Supreme and regular 11(GM part should have your brake system fixed, since a leak means#1052535). Use new brake fluid from a sealed container that sooner or later your brakeswon’t work well, or only. 236 balance betweenyour front and rear brakes can change, for the worse. The braking performance you’ve cometo expect.can change in many other waysif someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts. Battery Every new Buick has a DelcoFreedoms battery. You never have to add water oneto of these. Whenit’s time for a new battery, we recommenda Delco Freedoms battery. Get one that hasthe catalog number shown on the original battery’s label. Vehicle Storage If you’re not goingto drive your vehiclefor 25 days or Replacing Brake System Parts more, take off the black, negative(-) cable fromthe battery. This will help keep your battery from running The braking system on a modern vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to beof top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. Vehicles we design and test have top-quality GM brake parts in them, as your Buick does when it is new. When 4A CAUTION: you replace parts of your braking system-- for example, 1 Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas when your brake linings wear down and you have to that can explode. You can be badly hurtif you have new ones put in -- be sure you get new genuine aren’t careful. See “Jump Starting” in the Index GM replacement parts.If you don’t, your brakes mayno for tips on working around a battery without longer work properly. For example, if someone puts in getting hurt. brake linings thatare wrong for your vehicle, the

237 Contact your dealerto learn how to prepare yourfehicle Headlamp Bulb Replacement for longer storage periods. :Halogen Bulbs

I A CAUTION: Halogen bulbshave pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb.You or others couldbe injured. Take special care when handling and disposingof halogen bulbs.

Raise the hood and locate the headlamp bulb retainers. To remove the access cover retainers,turn them 1/4 turn and lift the coveroff.

3 34 Pull the bulb/socket straightout from the access cover. Remove the wire connectfrom the bulb by lifting the lock tab and pullingit away from the plastic base. Replace the bulb. Reversethe procedures to reinstall the headlamp bulb.

239 and includes the weightof all occupants, cargo, and all Loading Your Vehicle - - ,~,, nonfactory-installedoptions. :.I. TIRE-LOADI',NG INFORMATION ' I F > OCCUPANTS , VEHICLECAP. WT. FRT. CTR.FRT. RR. TOTALKGLBS. MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP .~,.:.r DATE GVWR' GAWRFRT GAWR RR (1 . . -. i

FRT. ,., : 3. ~ SAFETY, BUMPER, AND THEFT PREVENTION 'Lj .. ~ .- .,. RR. c .., . STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF ,::.,,: - -i, .- . SPA. y- . e,;2-.,- MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE.. IF TlRES ARE HOT, ADD 4PSI28KPa SEE OWNER'S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 11)mp.$$##,:: Two labels on your vehicle show how much weightit The other label is the Certification label, found on the may properly carry.The Tire-Loading Information label rear edge of the driver's door.It tells you the gross found on the rear edge ofthe driver's door tellsyou the weight capacity of your vehicle, called theGVWR proper size, speed rating and recommended inflation (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). The GVWR includesthe pressures for the tireson your vehicle. It also gives you weight of the vehicle, all occupants,fuel and cargo. important information aboutthe number of people that Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle,or the Gross can bein your vehicle and the total weight that you can Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for either the front or rear carry. This weight is called the Vehicle Capacity Weight axle. And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spread it I out. Don’t carry more than 132 pounds(60 kilograms) CAUTION: in your trunk. A Things you put insideyour vehicle can strike and I injure people in a sudden stop orturn, or in a A CAUTION: crash. Put things in the trunk of your vehicle. Do not loadyour vehicle any heavierthan the In a trunk, put them as farforward as you GVWR or the maximum front and rear GAWRs. If can. Try to spread the weight evenly. you do, parts onyour vehicle can break, or it can change the way your vehicle handles. These Never stack heavier things, like suitcases, could cause you to lose control. Also, $ ’ inside the vehicle so that some of them are overloading can shorten the life of youi-vehicle. above the tops of the seats. When you carry something inside the I vehicle, secure it whenever you can. Don’t leave a seatfolded down unless you I need to.

Tires We don’t make tires.Your new vehicle comes with high If you put things inside your vehicle-- like suitcases, quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. These tools, packages, or anythingelse -- they will goas fast tires are warranted by the tire manufacturers and their as the vehicle goes.If you have tostop or turn quickly, warranties are delivered with every new Buick.If your or if there isa crash, they’ll keep going. spare tire is a different brand than your road tires,you will have a tire warranty folder from eachof these manufacturers.

241 I Inflation - Tire Pressure The Tire-Loading Information label which is located on I the rear edgeof the driver’s door shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires, when they’re cold, “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting atfor least three hours or driven no more thana mile.

overinflation is all right. it’s not.If your tires d have enough air (underinflation) you can get: 0 Too much flexin 0 Too much heat Tire overloadi 0 Badwear 0 Badhandlin 0 Bad fuel ec If your tires have too

242 When to Check: Check your tiresonce a month or more. Don’t forget your compactspare tire. It should beat 60 psi (420 Pa). How tco Check: Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. Simply lookingat the tires will not tell you the pressure, especially ifyou have radial tires-- which may look~properlyinflated evenif they’re 1 underinflated. If your tires have valvecaps, be sureto put them back on. They help preventleaks~ by keeping out dirt and Use this rotation pattern. moisture. After the tires have been rotated, adjust thefront and Tire Inspection and Rotation rear inflation pressureas shown on the Tire-Loading Information label. Make certain that all wheel nutsare To make your tires last longer, have them, inspected and properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque”in the rotated at the mileages recommended in the Index. Maintenance Schedule.See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index.

243 When It%Time for New Tires One way to tell when it’s time for new tiresis to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 2/32 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining.

You need a new tireif You can see the indicatorsat three places around the tire.

0 You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire’s rubber. 0 The tread or sidewall is cracked, cutor snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric.

0 The tire has a bump, bulge or split. The tire has a puncture, cut, or other damage that can’t be repaired well becauseof the size or location CAUTION: of the damage. A Mixing tires could cause youto lose control Buying New Tires while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes or To find out what kind and sizeof tires you need, look at types (radial and bias-belted tires), the vehicle the Tire-Loading Information label. may not handle properly, and youcould have a crash. Be sure to use the same size and type The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had tires on all wheels. a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on each tire’s sidewall. When you get new tires, It’s all right to drive with your compact spare, get ones with that sameTPC Spec number. That way, though. It was developed forlimited use on your vehicle. I your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give proper endurance, handling, speedrating, traction, ride and other things during normal service on Uniform Tire Quality Grading your vehicle.If your tires have an all-season tread design, the TPC number will be followedby a “MS” The following information relatesto the system (for mud and snow). developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades tires by If you ever replace your tires with those not having a treadwear, traction and temperature performance. TPC Spec number, make sure theyare the same size, (This applies onlyto vehicles sold in the United States.) load range, speed rating and construction type(bias, bias-belted or radial) as your original tires. Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rateof the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded150 would wear one and a half

245 (1 112) times as well on the government course as a tire The grade C corresponds to a levelof performance graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends . which all passenger car tires must meet underthe upon the actual conditionsof their use, however, and Federal Motor Vehicle Safety StandardNo. 109. Grades may depart significantly fromthe norm due to variations B and A represent higher levelsof performance on the in driving habits, servicepractices.and differences in laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. road characteristics and climate. Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is ’Ikaction A, B, C established for a tire that is properly inflated and not - overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or The traction grades, from highestto lowest are: A,B, excessive loading, either separatelyor in combination, and C. They represent the tire’s.ability to stop on wet can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfacesof asphalt and Those grades are molded on the sidewallsof passenger concrete. A tire markedC may have poor traction car tires. performance. While the tires availableas standard or optional Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based equipment on General Motors vehicles may vary with on braking (straight-ahead) traction tests and does not respect to these grades, all such tires meet General include cornering (turning) traction. Motors performance standards and have been approved for use on General Motors vehicles. All passenger type Temperature - A, B, C (P Metric) tires must conform to Federal safety requirements in addition to these grades. The temperature grades are A (the highest),B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generationof Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a-specified indoor laboratory The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced test wheel. Sustained high temperature can causethe carefully at the factory to giveyou the longest tirelife material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, andand best overall performance. excessive temperature can leadto sudden tire failure.

246 In most cases, you will not need to have your wheels . aligned again. However, if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pullingone way or the other, the A\ CAUTION: alignment may need to be reset.If you notice your Using the wrong replacement wheels,wheel vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road, your bolts, or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be wheels may need to be rebalanced. dangerous. It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle, makeyour tires lose Wheel Replacement and make you losecontrol. You could have a Replace any wheel thatis bent, cracked or badly rusted. collision in which you orothers could be injured. If wheel nuts keep coming loose,the wheel, wheel bolts, Always use the correct wheel, wheel bolts, and and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the wheel leaks air wheel nuts forreplacement out, replace it (except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired-- See your Buick dealer)if any of these conditions exist. Your dealer will knowthe kind of wheel you need. Each new wheel should havethe same load carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset, and be mountedthe earing life, brake cooling, same way as the one it replaces. peedQmeter/Qdometercali im, bumper height, vehicl If you need to replace anyof your wheels, wheel bolts, nd tire or tire chain clearance to the body an or wheel nuts, replace them only with newGM original equipment parts. Thisway, you will be sure to. have the right wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts for your Buick model.

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I Cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can. burst intoflame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some aredangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything in a container to clean your Buick, be sure to follow the instructions. And always open your doors or windows when you're cleaning the inside. I lj

/I 1/ -Never use these to clean your vehicle: ..-I Gasoline il Benzene Naphtha 0 Carbon Tetrachloride Acetone 0 Paint Thinner Turpentine Lacquer Thinner 0 Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous -- some more than others -- and they can all damage your vehicle, too. 1 e Use solvent-type cleaners in a well-ventilated area 1 only. If you use them, don’t saturatethe stained area. If a ring forms after spot cleaning, clean the entire r area immediately orit will set. Using Foam-Type Cleaner on Fabric I 0 Wipe *with a clean cloth. 0 Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt. ’ 0 Always clean a wholetrim panel or section. Mask Using Solvent-Type Cleaneron surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines. Fabric Mix Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the First, see if you have to use solvent-type cleaner atall. directions on the container label. Some spots and stains will cleanoff better withjust 0 Use suds only and apply with a clean sponge. water and mild soap. 0 Don’t saturate the material. If you need to use it, then: Don’t rub it roughly. Gently scrape excess soil from the trim material with a clean, dull knife or scraper. Use very little cleaner, As soon as you’ve cleaned the section, use a sponge light pressure and clean cloths (preferably to remove the suds. cheesecloth). Cleaning should start at the outsideof 0 Rinse the section with a clean, wet sponge. the stain, “feathering” towardthe center. Keep changing to a clean sectionof the cloth. 0 Wipe off what’s left with a slightly damp paper towel or cloth. When you clean a stain from fabric, immediately dry the area with an air hose, hair dryer, or heat lamp to 0 Then dry it immediately with an air hose, a hair help prevent a cleaning ring. (See the previous dryer or a heat lamp. NOTICE.) Special Cleaning Problems Finally, if needed, clean lightly with solvent-type cleaner. Greasy or Oily Stains: Like grease, oil, butter, margarine, shoe polish, coffee with cream, chewing Combination Stains: Like candy, ice cream, gum, cosmetic creams, vegetable oils,wax crayon, tar mayonnaise, chili sauce and unknown stains. and asphalt. Carefully scrape off excess stain, then clean with Carefully scrape off excess stain. cool water and allow to dry. Then follow the solvent-type instructions above. 0 If a stain remains, clean it with solvent-type cleaner. 0 Shoe polish, wax crayon, tar and asphalt will stainif Cleaning Vinyl or Leather left on a vehicle seatfabric. They should be removed as soon as possible. Be careful, becausethe cleaner Just use warm water and a clean cloth. will dissolve them and may cause themto bleed. 0 Rub with a clean, damp cloth to removedirt. You Non-Greasy Stains: Like catsup, coffee (black), egg, may have todo it more than once. fruit, fruitjuice, milk, soft drinks, wine, vomit, urine and Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stainif blood. you don’t get themoff quickly. Use a clean cloth and Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the solvent-type vinylbeather cleaner. soiled area with cool water. Cleaning theTop of the Instrument If a stain remains, follow the foam-type instructions Panel above. Use only mildsoap and water to clean thetop surfaces If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine, treat of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or the area with awaterbaking soda solution: 1 waxes may cause annoying reflections inthe windshield teaspoon (5 ml) of baking soda to 1 cup (250 ml) and even make it difficult see to through the windshield of lukewarm water. under certain conditions.

251 Care of SafetyBelts Cleaning the Outside of the Keep belts clean and dry. Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield 1 washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax /!\ CAUTION: or other material may be on the blade or windshield. Do notbleach or dyesafety bc s. If youdo, it 1 Clean the outside of the windshield with GM may severely weaken them.In a crash they might Windshield Cleaner, Bon-Ami Powders (GM Part No. not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean 1050011). The windshield is clean if beads do not form safety belts only -th mild soapand lukewarm I when you rinse it with water. 'ater. Clean the blade by wiping vigorously witha cloth I soaked in full strength windshield washer solvent. Then Glass rinse the blade with water. Wiper blades should be checked ona regular basis and Glass should be cleaned often.GM Glass Cleaner (GM replaced when worn. Part No. 1050427) or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dustfilms. Cleaning the Outside ofYour Buick Don't use abrasive cleaners on glass, because theymay The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth cause scratches.Avoid placing decals on the inside rear of color, gloss retention and durability. window, since they may have to be scraped off later. If abrasive cleaners are used on the insideof the rear window, an electric defogger element may be damaged. Any temporary license should not be attached across the defogger grid. Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish tois keep it cleanby washing it often with lukewarm or cold water. Don’t wash your vehicle in thedirect rays of the sun. Don’t use strong soaps or chemical detergents. Use liquidhand, dish or car washing (non-detergent) soaps. Aluminum Wheels (If So Equipped) Don’t use cleaning agents that contain acid or abrasives. All cleaning agents should be flushed promptly and not Your alUminUm wheels have a protective Coating SiIdar allowed to dry on the surface, or they could stain. Dry to the painted surfaceof your car. Don’t use strong the finish with a soft, clean chamois or100% a cotton soaps, chemicals, chrome polish,or other abrasive towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting. cleaners on them because you could damage this coating. After rinsing thoroughly, a wax may be applied. High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle. Finish Care if you have aluminum wheels, don’t use an Occasional waxing or mild polishingof your Buick may automatic vehicle wash that has hard silicon be necessary to remove residue fromthe paint finish. carbide cleaning brushes. These brushes can You can get GM approved cleaning pr,oducts from your take off the Drotective coatina. dealer. (See “Appearance Care and Materials” inthe Index.) Your Buick has a “basecoat/clearcoat” paint finish. The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat.

253 .-1White Sidewail Tires Foreign Material your Buick dealer hasa GM White Sidewall Tire Calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, Cleaner. You can use a stiff brush with it. road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, and other foreign matter can Weatherstrips damage your vehicle’s finishif they remain on painted These are places where glass or metal meets rubber. surfaces. Use cleaners thatare marked safefor painted Silicone grease there will make them last longer, seal surfaces for these stains. better, and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six months. Finish Damage Any stone chips, fractures. or deep scratches in the finish Sheet Metal Damage should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal quickly and may develop intoa major repair expense. repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch-up applies anti-corrosion materialto the parts repaired or materials available from your dealer or other service replaced to restore corrosion protection. outlets. Larger areasof finish damage can be corrected in your dealer’s body and paint shop.

254 Underbody Maintenance Chemical Paint Spotting Chemicals usedfor ice and snow removal and dust Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a control can collect onthe underbody. If theseare not chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants canfall upon and removed, accelerated corrosion (rust) can occur theon attack painted surfaceson your vehicle. This damage underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan, and can take two forms: blotchy, ringlet-shaped exhaust system even though they have corrosion discolorations, and small irregular dark spots etched into protection. x the paint surface. At least every spring, flushthese materials from the Although no defectin the paint job causes this, Buick underbody with plain water. Cleanany areas where mud will repair, at no charge to the owner,the surfaces of and other debris can collect. Dirt packed in closed areas new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within of the frame should be loosened before being flushed. 12 months or 12,000 miles (20 000 km) of purchase, Your dealer or an underbody vehicle washing system whichever comes first. can do this for you.

255 I Appearance Care,andMaintenance Materials You can get these from your Buick dealer. PART ' NUMBER . SIZE DESCRIPTION USAGE 12345343 16 oz. (0.473L) Magic Mirror CremeWax Exterior cleanerand polish

I052277 12 OZ. (0.354L) Spray-A-Squeak Weather strips

1052863 1 oz. (0.028kg) ,. Silicone Grease Stops squeaks 10501 72 16 7210501 oz. (0.473L) Tar and Road Oil Remover Also removes old waxes, polishes

1050 173 . 16 OZ. (0.473L) Chrome Cleaner and Polish Removes rust and corrosion

1050 1741050 16 oz. (0.473L) White Sidewall Tire Cleaner Cleans white and black tires 1050214 32 oz. (0.946L) Vinylbeather Cleaner Spot and stain removal

1050244 16 02. (0.473L) Fabric Cleaner Spot and stain removal 1050427 23 oz. (0.680L) Glass Cleaner Also spot cleans vinyls 1050429 6 lb. (2.72kg) lb. 6 1050429 Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner Cleans vinyland cloth, also, tires and mats

~ 1052349 12 oz. (0.340kg) Lubriplate (White Grease) For hood, trunk, door hingesand latches 105 1055 16 1055 105 oz. (0.473L) Preservatone Vinyl Top Dressing 1051398* 81051398* oz. (0.237L) Spot Lifter For cloth 1051515 321051515 oz. (0.946L) Washer Solvent Windshield-washing ystem 1052870 16 oz. (0.473L) Wash-Wax (conc.) Exterior Wash

~ * Not recommendedfor pigskin suede leather. See Your General MotorsDealers for These Products.' See Your Maintenance Schedulefor Other Products.

256 .. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Service Parts Identification Label You’ll find this label onthe deck lid. It’s very helpful if you ever .need to order parts. On this label is:

1111 11111 11. II I I 111 I II 11111 111 I11111 111 IIIIIIIIIIII 1111 Ill II 0 Your VIN.

0 Its model designation. ENGIME A3t AQEMBLY 0 Paintinformation. CODE MODELCODE YEAR. PLANT 0 A list of all production options and special equipment. This is the legal identifier for your Buick.It appears on Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle. a plate inthe front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side.You can see it if you look through the Add-on Electrical Equipment windshield from outside your vehicle.The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificatesof title and registration. Engine Identification The eighth character in yourVIN is the engine code for your GM engine. This code will helpyou identify your engine, specifications, and replacement parts in this section.

257 Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your carare protected from short circuits.by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers, and fusible thermal links inthe wiring itself. This greatly reduces the chanceof fires caused by electrical problems. Be sure to use the correct fuse.If you ever havea problemon the road and don’t have a sparefuse, you I can “borrow” oneof the identical size and rating. Just pick some featureof your car that youcan get along without -- like the radio or cigarette lighter-- and use its fuse, if it is of the value you need. Replaceit as soon as you can. The fuse panelis to the left of the steering column, near the parking brake release lever. Pull the cover down to access the fus.es.

258 I ~~ Fuse Usage Amp Description 1. 10 PRNDL Backup Lamps, Electronic PRNDL Display 2. 20 F/P INJ Fuel Pump, Fuel Injectors 3. 20 STOP HAZ Stop Lamps, Hazard Flashers 4. 15 CTSY Trunk Lamp,-DoorLock Switches, Power Mirrors 5. 5 RKE (Automatic Transmission Only) Remote Keyless Entry 6. 5 INST LPS Instrument Panel Lighting 7. 10 GAUGES Gauges, Rear Defog Relay, Antilock Brake Telltale, Brake Transmission Shift Interlock 8. 15 HORN Horn 9. 15 ALARM Multi-Function Alarm Module 10. 25 HTR-A/C Heater, Air Conditioning, Antilock Brakes, Daytime Running Lamps (Canada), Computer Controlled Ride 11. 10 RDO IGN Radio Power, Cruise Control 12. 20 TURN Turn Signals 13. 20 DR LK Power Door Lock Relay 14. 20 TAIL LPS .Tail Lamps, Marker Lamps, License Lamps 15. 30 WDO (Circuit Breaker) Power Windows 16. 25 WIPER Windshield Wipers 17. 15 ERLS Engine controls 18. 20 FTP Flash-to-Pass (U.S. Only) 19. 30 ACC (Circuit Breaker) Rear Window Defogger, Power Door Locks, Power Seats, Power Antenna 20. 20 IGN ECM Ecm, Ignition System 21. 20 HDLP (Circuit Breaker) Headlamps 259 The fuse chart, below, shows howto tell a blownfuse Windshield Wipers from.. a good fuse. . The windshield wiper motoris protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse.If the motor overheats due to heavy snow, etc., the wiper will stop untilthe motor cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical problem and GOOD 1 BLOWN FUSE I FUSE not snow, etc., be sure to getit fixed. , r- -tu COLOR GM PART NO.' ' u RATING Power Windows and Other Power Options 12004003 ...... 3 AMP VIOLET 12004005 ...... 5 -AMP TAN Circuit breakers in the fuse panel protect the power 12004006 ...... 7.5 AM.P BROWN windows and other power accessories. When the current 12004007 ...... 10AMP RED load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes, 12004008 ...... 15 AMP LIGHT BLUE 12004009 ...... 20AMP YELLOW protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed or goes 12004010 ...... 25 AMP WHITE away. 12004011 ...... 30AMP LIGHT GREEN

Headlights The headlight wiring is protected by a circuit breaker in the fuseblock. An electrical overload will cause the lights to go on andoff, or in some cases to remainoff. If this happens, have your headlight wiring checked right away.

260 I Skylark Dimensions Inches Unless Otherwise Noted

Overall: SedanCoupe Rear: CoupeInterior Sedan Length ...... 189.1 189.1 LegRoom ...... 34.0 33.5 Width ...... 67.5 67.5 HeadRoom ...... 36.5 37.0 Height ...... 53.2 53.2 ShoulderRoom ...... 55.0 53.8 Wheelbase ...... 103.4 103.4 HipRoom ...... 50.3 50.6 FrontTread ...... 55.9 55.9 RearTread ...... 54.4 54.4 Trunk Capacitv .CU . Ft .... 13.3 13.3

Passengers: Interior Front: Front ...... 2 2 LegRoom ...... 43.3 43.3 Rear ...... 3 3 Head Room ...... 37.8 37.8 ShoulderRoom ...... 53.6 54.1 Hip Room ...... 49.1 49.1 Base Curb Weight .Lbs ... 2782 2846

261 Replaceable Light Bulbs 1 Application ApplicationNumber Number

EXTERIOR INTERIOR Headlight Ashtray ...... 161 Side Marker ...... 9004 Footwell Courtesy ...... 168 Park/Tu rn ...... 194 Header Reading ...... 168 Backup ...... 20057 Glove Box ...... 194 High Level Stop ...... 1156 Quartercourtesy ...... 168 License ...... 194 Trunk ...... 562 Marker ...... 194 Underhood ...... 906 Tail ...... 194 VanityMirror ...... 7065 Tail/Stop/Turn ...... 3057

262 . Capacities and Specifications

Engine Code D1 (L40)22.3L L-4 (QUAD 4) OHC

Belt Tensions- Fuel Tank Capacity - Front crankbelt: automatically controlledby an 15.2 gallons/57.5 liters idler pulley. Tension adjustment should never be Transaxle, Automatic - ncessary. Power steering: 450 Newtons Capacity 4 quarts/3.8 liters Cooling System Capacity- Maintenance Item Part Numbers3 10.4 quarts/9.8 liters Air Filter - AI 172C Fuel Filter - GF578 Crankcase Capacity- Oil Filter -PF1225 or PF47 4 quarts/3.8 liters PCV Valve - CV899C Air Conditioning Capaeity(Rl2)4 - Spark Plug - FR3LSK, GAP 0.035” 2.63 lbs. (1.19 kilograms)

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1 8th Character of the Vehicle Identification Number. z Made in a GM plant in the United States. 3 Part numbers are AC type. 4 Air Conditioning Refrigerant- Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant is used. If you’re not sure ask your Buick dealer.

263 Capacities and Specifications

Engine Code N1 (LG7)23.3L L-6 MFI 3300

Belt Tensions- Fuel Tank Capacity - Automatically controlled by a self-tensioning idler 15.2 gallons/57.5 liters pulley. Tension adjustment.shouldnew be Transaxle - necessary. Capacity 4 quartd3.8 liters Cooling System Capacity- Maintenance Item Part Numbers3 - 13 quarts/l2.5 liters Air Filter- A974C Fuel Filter- GF48 1 Crankcase Capacity - Oil Filter- PF40 4 quarts/3.8 liters PCV Valve - CV899C Air Conditioning Capacity(R12)d- Spark Plug- 41-600, GAP0.060” 2.63 lbs. (1.19 kilograms)

1 8th Character of the Vehicle Identification Number. 2 Made in a GM plant in the United States. 3 Part numbers are AC type. 4 Air Conditioning Refrigerant- Not all air conditioning refrigerantsare the same. If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant, besure the proper refrigerant is used. If you’re not sure ask your Buick dealer.

264 Part 7 MaintenanceSchedule

This part covers the maintenance required for your Buick. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety. dependability and emission control performance. Part 7 includes: Introduction ...... 266 A Word About Maintenance ...... Your Vehicle and the Environment ...... 267 How This Part is Organized ...... 267 Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services ...... Using Your Maintenance Schedules ...... 268 Selecting the Right Schedule ...... Schedule1 ...... 270 Schedule11 ...... 272 Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services ...... 274 Section B: Owner Checks and Services ...... AtEachFuelFill ...... 276 At Least Once a Month ...... 277 AtLeastOnceaYear ...... Section C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections ...... 279 Section D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...... 280 Section E: Maintenance Record ...... 282 / Introduction IMPORTANT: A Word About Maintenance KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER We at General Motors wantto help you keep your LEVEL AND CHANGE AS vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know

RECOMMENDED ,?.j :i exactly how you’ll driveit. You may drive very short i distances only a few timesa week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather. You may use your Vehicle in making deliveries. Or you may drive it to work, to do errands or in many other Protection ways. Because of all the different ways people use theirGM Plan vehicles, maintenance needs vary.You may even need more frequent checks and replacements thanyou will find in the schedules in this part.So please read this part Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The and note how you drive.If you have any questions on Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See how to keep your vehicle in good condition, see your your Buick dealer for details. Buick dealer, the place many GM owners choose to have their maintenance work done.Your dealer canbe relied upon to use proper parts and practices.

266 Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your A CAUTION: vehicle in good working condition, but also helpsthe Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can environment. All recommended maintenance procedures be dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, you can are important. Improper vehicle maintenance or the be seriously injured. Do your own maintenance removal of important components can significantly work only if you have therequired know-how and affect the quality of the-air we breathe. Improper fluid the proper tools and equipment for thejob. If you levels or eventhe wrong tire inflation can increase the have any doubt, have qualifieda technician do level of emissions from your vehicle.To help protect the work. our environment, and to help keep your vehicle in good condition, please maintain your vehicle properly. If you are skilled enoughto do some work on your How This Part is Organized vehicle, you will probably want to get the service The remainder of this part is divided intofive sections: information GM publishes. You will find a listof publications and howto get.them in this manual. See “Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” shows “Service Publications” inthe Index. what to havedone and how often. Someof these services can be complex,so unless you are technically “Section B: Owner Checks and Services” tells you what qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should should be checked whenever you stopfor fuel. It also let your dealer’s service department or another qualified explains what you can easilydo to help keep your service center do thesejobs. vehicle in good condition. “Section C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections” explains important inspections that your Buick dealer’s service department or another qualified service center should perform. “Section D: RecommendedFluids and Lubricants” lists Section A: Scheduled Maintenance some products GM recommends to help keep your vehicleproperly maintained. These products, or their Services equivalents, should be used whether you the do work Using Your Maintenance Schedules yourself or have it done. This section tells you the maintenance services you “Section E: Maintenance Record” provides a placefor should have done and when you should schedule them. you to record the maintenance performed on your Your Buick dealer knows your vehicle best and wants vehicle. Whenever any maintenance is performed, be you to be happy withit. If you go to your dealer for your sure to write it down in this section. This will helpyou service needs, you’ll know that GM-trained and determine when your next maintenance should be done. supported service people will performthe work using In addition, it is a good idea to keep your maintenance genuine GM parts. receipts. They may be needed to qualify your vehicle for warranty repairs. These schedules are for vehicles that: 0 carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits. You will find these limits on your vehicle’s Tire-Loading Information label. See “Loading Your Vehicle” in the Index. 0 are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits. 0 use the recommended unleaded fuel. See “Fuel”in the Index.

268 Selecting the Right Schedule 0 The engine is at low speed mostof the time (as in door-to-door delivery, or in stop-and-go traffic). First you’ll need to decide which of the two schedules is rightfor your vehicle. Here’s how to decide which 0 You operate your vehicle in dusty areas. schedule to follow: 0 You tow a trailer. (With some models, you shouldn’t ever tow a trailer.See “Towing a Trailer” inthe Schedule I Index. ) Is any one of these true for your vehicle? If any one (or more)of these is true for your driving, 0 Most trips are less than 4 miles (6 km). follow Schedule I. Most trips are less than 10 miles (16 km) when Schedule I1 outside temperaturesare below freezing. Follow ScheduleI1 only if none of the above conditions is true.

269 bScheduled Maintenance Services Schedule I - Follow ScheduleI if your car is MAINLY driven under oneor more of the following conditions: 0 When most trips are less than 4 miles (6 kilometers). 0 When most trips are less.than 10 miles (16 kilometers) and outside temperatures remain below freezing. 0 When most trips indude extended idling and/or frequent low-speed operation as in stop-and-go traffic. 0 Towing a trailer."? 0 When operating in dusty areas. Schedule I shouldalso be followed if the caris used for delivery service, police, taxi or other commercial applications.

TO BE SERVICED WHEN TO PERFORM MILES (000) (See Explanation of ScheduledMaintenance Miles(kilometers) or 3 16 19 112115118121124127130(33136139142145148 ServicesFollowing Months,Whichever Schedules I and 10 Occurs First KILOMETERS (000) Item No. I 5 10 65 70 75 80 Every 3000 mi. (5000 km) or 1. hgine Oil & FilterChange months I a. a... 2. ChassisLubrication I Everyother oilchange .. 0 a 3. Throttle BodyMounting At 6 000 mi.(10 000 km) Bolt Torque* 0 At 6 000'mi. (10 000 km) and 4. Tire & Inspection & thenevery 15 000 mi. (25 000 Rotation 0 km) or as necessary I 5. Engine Accessory Drive Belt(s)Inspection* Every 30 000 mi. (50 000 km) or 24 months.

270 TO BE SERVICED WHEN TO PERFORM MZLES (000).. I [See Explanationof ScheduledMaintenance Miles(kilometers) or 36912 ServicesFollowing: I Months,Whichever Schedules I and16 Occurs First KILOMETERS (000) . ’ I Item No. I See Explanationof Scheduled 7. Transaxle Service Maintenance Service Following SchedulesI and I1 8. Spark Plug Replacement* 9. Spark Plug Wire Inspection*T Every 30 000 mi 10. Air Cleaner Filter (50 000 km) Replacement* 11. Fuel Tank, Cap & Lines Inspection*?

The services shown in this scheduleup to 48 000 miles (80 000 km) should be performed after 48 000 miles at the same intervals.

* An Emission Control Service. T The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has determined thatthe failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullifythe emissionwarranty or limit recall liability priorto thecompletion of vehicle useful life. General Motors, however, urges thatall recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals andthe maintenance be recordedin “Section E:Maintenance Record”. Scheduled Maintenance Services ScheduleI1 I Follow ScheduleI1 ONLY if none of the driving conditions specified inSchedile I apply.

TO BE SERVICED MILES (000) (See Explanation of WHEN TO PERFORM Scheduled Maintenance Miles (kilometers) or Services Following Months, Whichever KILOMETERS (000) Schedules I and 11) Occurs First Item No. 12.5 I 25 I 37.5 I 50 I 62.5 I 75 1. EngineChange*Oil 1.Every 7 500 mi.mos. 12 (12 orkm) 500 e e

Oil Filter Change*Filter Oil change oilotherevery then Atand first 0

2. Chassis Lubrication Every 7 500 mi. (12500.-km) 12ormos. e e

3. Throttle Body Mounting Bolt Torque* At 7 500 mi. ( 12 500 km).only e At 7 500 mi. (12 500 km) and then every 4. Tire & Wheel Inspection & Rotation I 15 000 mi. (25 000 km) or as necessary 5. Engine Accessory Drive Belt(s) Inspection* Every 30 000 mi. (50 000 km) or 24 mos. 6. Cooling System Service*

272 TO BE SERVICED MILES (000) WHEN PERFORM (See Explanationof TO Scheduled Maintenance Miles (kilometers) or Services Following Months, Whichever KILOMETERS (000) Schedules I and II) Occurs First Item No.

See Explanationof Scheduled Maintenance 7. Transaxle Service ServicesFollowing Schedules and I II III 1.1 I 8. Spark Plug Replacement* I I I 1.1 I 9. Spark Plug Wire Inspection*? 0 i Every 30 000 mi. (50 000 km) 10. Air Cleaner Filter Replacement* 0

11. Fuel Tank, Cau & Lines Inspection"? 0

~~ The services shown in this schedule up to 45 000 miles (75 000 km) should be performedafter 45 000 miles at the Same intervals. I Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance equipped with grease fittings, lubricate the Services suspension and steering linkage. . , I: Below are explanationsof the services listed in$chediie ‘ ‘ 3. Throttle Body Mounting; Bolt Torque (3.3L Code I and Schedule 11. N engine only)* -- Che& the torque of the mounting bolts and/or nuts. The proper fluids and lubricantsto use are listed in Section D. Make sure whoever services your vehicle 4. Tire and Wheel Rotation and Inspection -- For uses these. All parts should be replaced and all proper wear and maximumtire life, rotate your tires necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives following the instructions in this manual. See “Tires, the vehicle. Inspection & Rotation” in theIndex, Check the tires for uneven wear or damage.If you see irregular or NOTE: To determine your engine’s displacement and premature wear, checkthe wheel alignment. Check code, see “Engine 1dentific.ation” in the Index. for damaged wheels also. 1. Engine Oil and Filter Change* -- Always use SG 5. Engine Accessory Drive Belt@)Inspection -- Energy Conserving I1 oils of proper viscosity. The Inspect the belt(s) for cracks, fraying, wear and “SG,designation may be shown alone or in proper tension. Replaceas needed. combination with others, suchas “SG/CC”, “SG/CD” or “SF, SG, CC,” etc. To determine the 6. Cooling System Service* -- Drain, flush and refill preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s engine (e.g., the system with new or approved recycled coolant SAE 5W-30 or SAE 10W-30),see “Engine Oil” in conforming to GM Specification 1825M. Keep the Index. coolant at the proper mixtureas specified. See “Coolant” in the Index. This provides proper freeze 2. Chassis Lubrication -- Lubricate the transaxle shift protection, corrosion inhibitor level and engine linkage, parking brake cable guides, underbody operating temperature. contact points and linkage.If your vehicle is

An Emission Control Service. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has determined that theto failure perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or liabilitylimit recallprior to the completionof vehicle useful life. General Motors, however, urges thatall recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recordedin “Section EMaintenance Record”. 274 Inspect hoses and replaceif they are cracked, If you do’not use your vehicle under any of these swollen or deteriorated. Tighten screw-type hose conditions, change both the fluid and filter every clamps. Cleanthe outside of the~radiatorand air 100,000 miles (160 000 km). conditioning condenser.Wash the pressure cap and 8. Spark Plug Replacement* -- Replace spark plugs neck. with the proper type. See “Specifications Chart” in To help ensure proper operation,we recommend a the Index. pressure test of both the cooling system and the 9. Spark Plug Wire Inspection (3.3L Code N engine pressure cap. only)*? -- Inspect for burns, cracks or other 7. Transaxle Service -- Change both the fluid and damage. Check the bootfit at the coils and at the filter every 15,000 miles (25 000 km) if the vehicle spark plugs. Replace wiresas needed. is mainly driven underone or more of these 10. Air Cleaner Filter Replacement* -- Replace every conditions: 30,000 miles(50 000 km) or more often under dusty 0 In heavy city traffic where the outside conditions. Ask your dealerfor the proper temperature regularly reaches 90 F (32 C) or replacement intervals for your driving conditions. higher. 11. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection”? -- Inspect 0 In hilly or mountainous terrain. fuel tank, cap and lines (including fuel rails and When doing frequent trailer towing. (With some injection assembly)for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel models, you shouldn’t ever tow a trailer. See cap gasket for an even filler neck imprint or any “Towing a Trailer” in the Index.) damage. Replace parts as needed. Periodic replacement of the fuel filter is not required. Uses such as found in taxi, police car or delivery service.

* An Emission Control Service. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has determinedthat the failure to perform this maintenance itemwill not nullifythe emission warrantyor limit recall liability prior to the completionof vehicle useful life. General Motors, however, urges that all recommended maintenanceservices be performed at the indicated intervals andthe maintenance be recordedin “Section EMaintenance Record”. Section €5:Owner Checks and At Each Fuel Fill Services (It is important for you or a service station attendant to perform these underhood checksat each fuel fill.) I Listed below are owner checks and services which should be performedat the intervals specified to help CHECK OR WHAT TO DO ensure the safety, dependability and emission control SERVICE performance of your vehicle. I I EngineOil Check the engine oil leveland add Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. properthe Level oil if necessary.See “Engine Oil“ in the Index forfurther Whenever anv.r fluids or lubricantsare added to .I vour vehicle,makepropersure theytheare ones, as shownin details. Section D. the in levelcoolant engine the Check Coolant Engine Level surge tanksurgeLevel properand the add coolantmix if necessary.See “Coolant” in the Index for further details. WindshieldCheck windshieldthe washer fluid WasherFluid level inthe windshield washer tank Levelandaddproperthe fluid if necessary. See “Windshield Washer Fluid” in the Index for further details. At Least Once A Month CHECK OR WHAT TO DO SERVICE CHECK OR WHAT TO DO Starter Switch SERVICE kAUTION: Whenyou are Tire Inflation Check tire inflation. Make sure they doing this check, the vehicle are inflated tothe pressures specified could movesuddenly. If it on the Tire-LoadingInformation does, you or others could be label located on the rearedge of the injured. Followthesteps driver’s door. See “Tires”in the bellow.- Index for further details. 1 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. At Least Once A Year 2. Firmly apply both theparking brake (see “Parking Brake” inthe Index if CHECK OR WHAT TO DO necessary) and theregular brake. SERVICE I Key Lock Lubricate the key lockcylinders with NOTE: Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to off the Cylinders the lubricant specified in Section D. turn engine immediately if it starts. Body Lubricate all body door hinges. Also Lubrication lubricate all hingesand latches, 3. Try to start the engine in each gear. including those for the hood, glove The starter should work only in “P’ box door and console door. Section (Park) or “N” (Neutral). If the starter D tells you what to use. worksin any other position, your vehicle needs service.

277 GAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could I move suddenly. If it does, yoc or otherscould be injured. I Follow the steps below. I INSPECTION INSPECTION WHAT SHOULD BE DONE WHAT SHOULD BE DONE OR SERVICE “: OR SERVICE Steering, hspect the front and rear suspension Brake System Inspectthe complete system. Inspect Suspension and and steering system for damaged, Inspection brake lines and hoses forproper Front-Wheel- loose or missing parts, signs of wear, hookup, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, Drive Axle or lack of lubrication. Inspect the etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear Boot and Seal power steering lines and hoses for and rotors for swrface condition. Also Inspection proper hookup, binding, leaks, inspect Qwn brake linings for wear and cracks, chafing, etc. Clean and then cracks.Inspect other brake parts inspect the drive axle boot seals for including drums, wheelcylinders, damage, tears orleakage. Replace calipers parking brake, etc. The parking seals if necessary. brake is self-adjusting and no manual adjustment is required. You may need Exhaust System Inspect the complete exhaust tohave your brakes inspected more system.Inspect the body near the Inspection often if yourdriving habits or exhaust system.Look for broken, conditions result in frequent braking. damaged, missing or out-of-position NOTE: A low brake fluid level can parts as well as open seams, holes, indicate worn disc brake pads which loose connections, or other may need to be serviced. Also, if the conditions which could cause a heat brake system warning light stays on or build-up in the floor pan or could let comes on, something may be wrong exhaust fumes into the vehicle. See withthe brake system. See “Brake “Engine Exhaust” in the Index. System Warning Light” in the Index.If Throttle Inspect the throttle linkage for your anti-lock brake system warning Linkage interference orbinding, and for lightstays on, comeson or flashes, Inspection damaged or missing parts. Replace somethingmay be wrongwith the parts as needed. anti-lock brake system. See “Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light” in the Index.

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Lubricants Hydraulic Brake Delco Supreme 11 @ BrakeFluid NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, System (GM Part No. 1052535) or part number or specification may be obtained from your equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid. GM dealer. Parking Brake Chassis lubricant meeting Guides requirements of NLGI Grade 2, USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Category LB or GC-LB (GM Part Engine Oil GM Goodwrench Motor Oilor No. 1052497 or equivalent). equivalent for API service SG Power Steering GM Hydraulic Power Steering Fluid Energy Conserving I1 oils of the System (GMPartNo. 1052884) or properviscosity. The “SG’ equivalent. designation may be shown alone or in combination with others, such as Automatic DEXRON@ IIE Automatic Transaxle Transmission Fluid(GM Part No. “SGICC,” 66~~/~~,991 or “SF,SG,CC,” etc. To determine the 12345881) or equivalent. preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s Key Lock Lubricate with Multi-Purpose engine, see “Engine Oil” in the Cylinders Lubricant (GM Part No. 12345120)’ Index. synthetic SAE 5W-30 engine oil or Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of water (preferably silicone lubricant (GM Part No. distilled) and good quality ethylene 1052276 or 1052277). glycol base antifreeze (GM Part No. Automatic Engine oil. 1052753 or equivalent) conforming Transaxle Shift to GM Specification 1825M or Linkage approved recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825M.

281 Hood Latch Assembly . . a.-Pivots and a. Engine oil. Spwg Anchor b. Release Pawl b. Chassis lubricant meeting requirem’ents‘of NLGI Grade 2, Cakgory LB or GC-LB ‘(GMPart No. 1,052447.or equivalent); Hood and Door Engine ail or kubriplate Lubricant Hinges (GM Part No. 1050109).

Fuel filler ’ Door meetinglubricantChassis Hinge and requirements of NLGI Grade. 2, Striker Plunger Category LB or GC-LB (GM Part. No. 1052497 or equivalent). Weatherstrips Dielectric Silicone Grease(GM Part I No. 12345579 or equivalent). See “Specifications Chart” in the Index for recommended replacement filters, valves andspark plugs. Maintenance Record

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Here you will find out how to contact Buick if you need assistance. This also Part tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. Part 8 includes: CustomerSatisfaction ...... 285 Customer Assistance for Hearing/Speech Impaired ...... 286 Reporting Safety Defects ...... 287 ServicePublications ...... 288 We encourage you to call the toll free number listed previously in order to giveyour inquiry prompt attention. However, if you wish to write Buiek, write to Buick Motor Division, Customer Assistance Center,902 E. Hamilton Avenue, Flint, MI 48550. A listingof all hick Zone Offices and offices outside theU.S. which can assistyou can also be foundin the warranty booklet. When contacting Buick, please remember that your concern will likely be resolved in the dealership, using the dealership’s facilities, equipment and personnel. That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern. Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech Impaired(TDD) To assist owners who have hearing difficulties, Buick has installed special TDD (Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf) equipmentat its Customer Assistance Center. Any hearing or speech impaired customer who has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter (TTY) can .communicate with Buick by dialing: 1-800-TD-BUICK. (TDD users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.) REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT GOVERNMENT

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could11 you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle cause a crashor could cause injury or death, you should has a safety defect, you should immediately notify immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to Motors of Canada Limited. You may write to: notifying General Motors. Transport Canada at Box 8880 If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may openan Ottawa, Ontario K1G 3J2. investigation, andif it finds that a safety defect exists in a groupof vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved TO. GENERAL MOTORS in individual problems between you, your dealer, or General Motors. In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this,we certainly hope you'll notify To contact NHTSA, you mayeither call the Auto Safety us. Please call us at 1-800-521-7300 , or write: Buick Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 inthe Motor Division, Customer Assistance Center, 902E. Washington, D.C. area) or write to: Hamilton Avenue, Flint, MI 48550. NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation In Canada, please callus at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or Washington, D.C. 20590 1-800-263-7854 (French). Or, write: You can also obtain other information about motor General Motorsof Canada Limited vehicle safety from the Hotline. Customer Assistance Center 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario LlH 8P7

287 Service Publications describe a quickerway to fix yo.ur vehicle. They can help a technician service your vehicle better. Information on how to obtain ProductService Publications, Subscriptions and Indexesas described Most bulletins apply to conditions affecting a small below is applicable only in thefifty U.S. states (and the number of cars or trucks.Your Buick dealer or a District of Columbia) and only for cars. and light trucks qualified technician may have to determine if a specific with GVWR less than 10,000 pounds (4 536 Eg). bulletin applies to your vehicle. In Canada, information pertaining to Product Service You can subscribe to all Buick bulletins. Thisway you’ll Bulletins and Indexes can be obtained by writing to: get them as they come out. You can waita while and get an index to the bulletins. You canalso get individual General Motorsof Canada Limited bulletins. However, you’ll need the index to identify ServicePublications Department _.. them. 1908 Colonel Sam Dr. Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Subscriptions /_. Buick regularly sends its dealers useful service bulletins You can subscribe toall Buick Product Service about Buick products. Buick monitorsproduct” Publications (PSP’s). This will include bulletins for all performance in the field. We then prepare bulletinsfor cars sold by Buick and will not be limitedto PSP’s

servicing our 1 ~ ~ ~.better. Now, you can get these applicable to any particular model. Whenyou buy a I bulletins too. ,P subscription, you will receive the PSP’s in periodic mailings, shortly after they come out.A subscription ’ Bulletins cover various subjects. Some pertainto the -proper use and careof your vehicle. Some describe costs U.S. $86.50 ($106.50 including a special binder) costly repairs. Others describe inexpensive repairs and it entitles you to all PSP’s published by Buick which, if done on time with the latest parts, may avoid during the model year.You can purchase a subscription future costly repairs. Some bulletins tell a technician by sending a check or money order to Service how to repair anew or unexpected condition. Others Publications, P.O. Box 1901, Flint, MI 48501, along with the order form located in the following text.You may get additional subscription orderingfoms by How You Can Get an Index: calling the toll-free number shown inthe following text. Indexes are published periodically. Mostof the PSP’s Individual PSP’s which could potentially apply to the most recent Buick models will be listed in the most recent publicationfor If you don’t want to buyall the PSP’s issued by Buick that modei year. This means you may want to wait until for all models in the model year, you can buy individual the end of the model year before ordering an index,if PSP’s, such as those which may pertain to a particular you are interested in buying PSP’s pertaining to a model. To do this, you will first need to see our index of current model year caror truck. PSP’s. It provides a varietyof information. Here’s what you’ll find in the index and how you can get one: Some PSP’s pertaining to a particular model year vehicle may be published in later years, and these would What You’ll Find in the Index: be listed inthe later year’s index. When you order an index for a model year that is not over yet, we’ll send 0 A list of all PSP’s published by Buick in a model you the most recently published issue. Check the year (1989 or later). PSP’s covering all modelsof ordering form for indexes for earlier model years. Buick cars are listed in the same index. Cut out the ordering form, fill itout, and mail it in. We Ordering information so you can buy the specific will then see to it that an index is mailed to you. There is PSP’s you may want. no charge for indexes for the 1989-1993 model years. 0 Price information for thePSP’s you may want to buy. 7 Toll-FreeTelephone Number ParticipatingCopies at Dealers if you want an additional ordering form for an indexa or Copies of Indexes and individual PSP’sare at your 1 subscription, just call toll-free and we’ll be happy to participating Buick dealer.You can ask to see them. 1 send YOU one.Automated recording equipment will take A IMPORTANT REMINDER: These psp,s are your name and mailing address. The numberto call is meant for technicians. They are not meant for the 1-800-551-4123. “do-it-yourselfer.” Technicians have the equipment, tools, safety instructions, and know-how do to a job quickly and safely. Buick Service Publications

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Acc (IgnitionKey Position) ...... 72 Antifreeze ...... 231 Adding AntilockBrakes ...... 150 Brake Fluid ...... 236Antilock Brake System Warning Light ...... 111 Coolant ...... 231Anti-Theft Tips ...... 70 ElectricalEquipment ...... 257Anti-Theft Feature. Delco Loc I1 ...... 131 Engine Oil ...... 223Appearance Care ...... 249 Power Steering Fluid ...... 243 Appearance Care andMaterials ...... 256 Transaxle/Transmission Fluid ...... 229Armrest Storage ...... 107 Windshield Washer Fluid ...... 235 Ashtrays ...... 105 Additives, Engine Oil ...... 226Assist Handles ...... 107 Adjustable Ride Control ...... 86 AudioSystems ...... 122 Adjustment, Brake ...... 153 AutomaticDoor Locks ...... 65 Adult Safety Belt Usage ...... 28 AutomaticTransaxle ...... 77 Air Cleaner ...... 228Automatic Transaxle Fluid ...... 229 AirConditioner ...... 122 AutomaticTransaxle Torque Lock ...... 174 Air Outlets ...... 120 Alcohol, Driving Under the Influence of ...... 145 Alcohol in Gasoline ...... 21 7 Baby, Holding a ...... 45 Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning ...... 253 Battery ...... 237 AM Radio Reception ...... 122 BatteryCables, Starting With ...... 188 AM Stereo Radio Reception ...... 123Battery Warning Light and Gage ...... 116 Antenna Care ...... 134 Blizzard. If You’reCaught in a ...... 177

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Children and Safety Belts ...... 44 Control. Loss of ...... 158 Cigarette Lighter ...... 106 Convenience Net ...... 104 Circuit Breakers and Fuses ...... 258 Convex Outside Mirror ...... 104 City Driving ...... 165 Coolant. Engine ...... 231 Cleaner. Air ...... 228 Coolant. Engine Warning Light ...... 112 Cleaning Coolant. Safety Warnings About ...... 197 Aluminum Wheels ...... 253 CourtesyLights ...... 102 Fabric ...... 249 Covers. How To Remove Wheel ...... 206 Glass ...... 252 Cruise Control ...... 93 InsideofyourCar ...... 249 Cruise Control. Changing Speed With ...... 96 Instrument Panel Top ...... 251 Cruise Control on Hills ...... 97 Outside of your Car ...... 252 Cruise Control. Turning Off ...... 98 Power Antenna ...... 134 Curves. Driving On ...... 154 Safety Belts ...... 252 Customer Assistance for the Hearing/Speech Impaired ... 286 Underbody Of Your Car ...... 255 Customer Assistance Information ...... 285 Vinyl and Leather ...... 251 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...... 285 Weather Strips ...... 254 White Sidewall Tires ...... 254 Windshield and Wiper Blades 252 ...... (Drive) Third Gear 78 Coat Hanger 107 D ...... Damage to Finish 254 Comfort Control System 119 ...... Damage to Sheet Metal 254 Clock. Setting the 125.127. 129 ...... DamageWarnings 11 Closed-In Places. Don’t Idle in 85 ...... Daytime Running Lights 100 CO in Your Exhaust 84 ...... DefensiveDriving 144 Color of Road Signs 138 ...... Defogger. Rear Window 121 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems 119 ...... Dimensions 261 Compact Disc Care 133 ...... Disc Brake Wear Indicators 152 Compact Spare Tire 2 12 ...... Disposal of Used Oil 227 Contents. Table of 9 ...... DoorLocks 63 Control of a Vehicle ...... 148 ...... 295

Label. Service Parts Identification ...... 257 Lane Change Indicator ...... 89 LapBelt ...... 42 Lap-Shoulder Belt Usage by Children ...... 58 Latches. Front Seatback ...... 19 Leaving Your Vehicle ...... 83 Light. Safety Belt ...... 28 Light. Turn Signal Indicator ...... 89 Light Bulbs. Replaceable ...... 262 Lighter. Cigarette ...... 106 Lights Daytime Running ...... 100 Interior ...... 99 Interior Delay ...... 102 Operation ...... 99 Reading ...... 101 Traffic ...... 143 Lights “On” Warning ...... 100 Loading Your Vehicle ...... 240 Locks. Automatic Door ...... 65 Jacking up the Car ...... 204 Locks. Door ...... 63 Jump Starting ...... 188 Locks. Rear Door Security ...... 69 Long Distance Driving ...... 168 Loss of Control ...... 158 Keys ...... 62 Low Coolant Warning Light ...... 113 Keyless Entry System. Remote ...... 67 Low Oil Pressure Warning Gage ...... 114 Kilometer Indicator ...... 108

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Maintenance Octane Required for Your Car ...... 217 Inspections ...... 279 Odometer ...... 108 Record ...... 282 Odometer. Trip ...... 108 Schedule ...... 265 Off (Ignition Key Position) ...... 73 Underbody ...... 255 Off-RoadRecovery ...... 156 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...... 113 Oil. Engine ...... 223 Manual Lumbar Support ...... 15 Oil Pressure Warning Light ...... 114 Manualseat ...... 14 Oil. Change Your Engine ...... 223 Manual Seat. Four Way ...... 15 Operation in Foreign Countries ...... 218 Markings.Pavement ...... 144 Operation of Lights ...... 90 Master Cylinder. Brake ...... 236 Outside Mirrors ...... 103 Methanol In Gasoline ...... 217 Overheated Engine ...... 197 Mirrors ...... 102 Owner Checks and Services ...... 276 Mirrors. Convex Outside ...... 104 Mirrors. Visor Vanity ...... 104 Mist. Driving in 164 ...... (Park) Position 77 . MobileTelephone. Adding a 123 P ...... Paint Spotting 255 Mountain Driving ...... 170 ...... Park. Shifting Into ...... 81 MTBE in Gasoline ...... 2 17 Park. Shifting Out of ...... 77. 83 Parking Brake ...... 80 Parking on Hills ...... 172 N (Neutral) Gear Position ...... 78 ParkingOver Things That Burn ...... 84 Net. Convenience ...... 104 Passing ...... 156 New Vehicle Break-In ...... 71 PavementMarkings ...... 144 NightDriving ...... 159 PedalTravel. Brake ...... 153 Night Vision ...... 160 PerceptionTime in Braking ...... 149 Notices About Damage ...... 11 PeriodicMaintenance Inspections ...... 279 Number. Vehicle Identification ...... 257Polishing and Waxing ...... 253 Power Reclining Front Seatbacks ...... 16 Antenna ...... 134 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...... 281 Door Locks ...... 65 Recovery. Off-Road ...... 156 Seat Controls ...... 16 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...... 179 Steering ...... 154 Remote Fuel Door Release ...... 219 Steering Fluid ...... 234 Remote Keyless Entry System ...... 67 Windows ...... 87 Remote Trunk Release ...... 66 Pregnancy. Use of Safety Belts During ...... 35 Remote Trunk Release Lockout ...... 66 Pressure. Tire ...... 242 Replaceable Light Bulbs ...... 262 Problems on the Road ...... 185 Replacing Brake System Parts ...... 237 Proper Safety Belt Usage for Adults ...... 28 Replacing Safety Belts ...... 60 Publications. Service ...... 288 ReplacingTires ...... 244 Publications Order Form ...... 291 ReplacingWheels ...... 247 Push-Starting Your Car ...... 188 Reporting Safety Defects ...... 287 Restarting Your Car When It’s Moving ...... 78 Restraint.Child ...... 46 Restraint Systems. Checking Your 59 Racing. Shifting When Your Engine is 78 ...... Restraints. Head ...... 18 Radiator Overheating ...... 197 Reverse Gear Position ...... 78 Radio. Adding a Two-way ...... 123 Ride Control System. Adjustable ...... 86 Radio Systems ...... 122 “Riding” the Brakes 149 Rain. Driving in 161 ...... Roadsigns 138 Reaction Time in Braking 149 ...... Roads. Hill and Mountain ...... 170 Reading Lights ...... 10 1 Rocking Your Vehicle ...... 213 RearBrakes ...... 153 Rotation. Tire ...... 243 Rear Door Security Lock ...... 69 Run (Ignition Key Position) 73 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides ...... 40 ...... Running Lights. Daytime ...... 100 Rear Seatbacks. Folding ...... 20 Running Your Engine While You’re Parked 85 Rear Window Defogger ...... 121 ...... Safety Belt Care ...... 252 Security Lock. Rear Door ...... 69 Safety Belt Extender ...... 59 Service Tips ...... 216 Safety Belt Replacement ...... 60 Service and Appearance Care ...... 215 Safety Belt Warning Light ...... 28 “Service Engine Soon” Warning Light ...... 113 Safety Belt. Automatic Lap-Shoulder ...... 29 Service Parts Identification Label ...... 257 Safety Belt. Lap ...... 28 Service Publications ...... 288 Safety Belts ...... 21 Setting the Clock ...... 125.127. 129 Safety Belts. Cars First Sold in Canada ...... 29 Setting the Trip Odometer ...... 108 Safety Belts. Center Adult Passenger ...... 42 ShapeofRoadSigns ...... 141 Safety Belts. Checking Your ...... 59 Sheet Metal Damage ...... 254 Safety Belts. Loose ...... 32 Shift. Brake-Transaxle Interlock ...... 83 Safety Belts. Questions About ...... 27 Shift Lever Positions ...... 77 Safety Belts. Rear Comfort Guides ...... 40 Shifting into Park ...... 81 Safety Belts. Rear Seat Passengers ...... 37 Shifting out of Park ...... 77. 83 Safety Belts. Right Front. Adult Passenger ...... 36 Signaling Turns ...... 89 Safety Belts. Tom ...... 60 Signs.Road ...... 138 Safety Belts. Twisted ...... 35 Skidding ...... 158 Safety Belts. Why They Work ...... 23 Snow or Ice. Driving on ...... 176 Safety Belts. Worn Under Arm ...... 34 Snowstorm. If You’re Caught in a Bad ...... 177 Safety Chains ...... 182 Solvent-Type Cleaner on Fabric ...... 249 Safety Warnings ...... 10 Sound Equipment. Adding ...... 123 Safety Defects. Reporting ...... 287 Soundsystems ...... 122 Schedule. Maintenance ...... 265 SpareTire ...... 212 Scheduled Maintenance Services ...... 268 Specifications Chart ...... 263. 264 Seat Adjustment ...... 14.60 Speech Impaired. Customer Assistance for ...... 286 Seat Controls ...... 14 Speed Control ...... 93 Seatback. Folding Rear ...... 20 Speedometer ...... 108 Seats and Safety Belts ...... 13 Stains. Removing ...... 251 SecondGear ...... 79 Start (Ignition Key Position) ...... 73 Securing a Child Restraint ...... 47.50. 51 Starting Your Engine ...... 73 301 Starting Your Car if the Battery is “Dead”...... 188 Tire Chains ...... 248 Steam From Hot (Overheated) Engine ...... 197 Tire. Flat ...... 204 Steering ...... 154 Tire Inflation ...... 242 Steering in Emergencies ...... 155 Tire Inspection and Rotation ...... 243 Steering Wheel, Tilt ...... 88 Tire Quality Grading ...... 245 Steering Without Power Assist ...... 154 Tires ...... 241 Stereo Sound Systems ...... 122 Tires. When to Replace ...... 244 Storage Console ...... 106 Tires. White Sidewall Cleaning ...... 254 Storing Your Vehicle ...... 237 Torn Safety Belts ...... 60 Stuck. If Your Ignition Key is ...... 73 Torque Lock (Automatic Transaxle) ...... 174 Stuck. IfYour Car Is ...... 213 Towing Your Buick ...... 193 Subscribing to Buick Product Service Publications ...... 288 Towing a Trailer ...... 179 Surge Tank Pressure Cap ...... 233 Trademarks. GM ...... 216 Symbols on Your Car ...... 12 Traffic Lights ...... 143 TrafficOfficer ...... 144 Trailer Brakes ...... 182 Trailer Towing ...... 179 Table of Contents ...... 9 Transaxle/Transmission. Automatic ...... 77 Tachometer ...... 1 17 Transaxle Fluid ...... 227 Tamper-Resistant Odometer ...... 108 Trip Odometer ...... 108 Tape Player Care ...... 133 Trunk Release. Remote ...... 66 Temperature. Engine Coolant Warning Light ...... 112 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator ...... 89 Theft ...... 70 Turn Signal and Headlight Beam Lever...... 88 Thermostat ...... 233 Turn Signal “On” Chime ...... 90 Third Gear ...... 78 Twisted Safety Belts ..I ...... 35 Tilt Steering Wheel ...... 88 Two Children Wearing the Same Safety Belt...... 58 Time. Setting the ...... 125.127. 129 Tire Balance ...... 246 ...... a. c I Underbody Maintenance ...... 255 Warnings.Safety ...... 10 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...... 245 Washer. Windshield ...... 92 Unleaded Gasoline ...... 2 17 Washing Your Vehicle ...... 253 Uphill Parking ...... 173 Wear Indicators. Disc Brake ...... 152 Upholstery Care ...... 249 Weather Strips ...... 254 Used Oil. How to Dispose of ...... 227 Weight.of a Trailer ...... 180 Used Replacement Wheels ...... 248 Wheel Alignment ...... 246 Wheel Covers Removal ...... 206 WheelNutTorque ...... 211 Vehicle Damage Warnings ...... 11 Wheel Replacement ...... 247 Vehicle Identification Number ...... 257 White Sidewall Tire Cleaning ...... 254 Vehicle Storage ...... 237 Why Wear Safety Belts? ...... 23 Vehicle Symbols ...... 12 Windows.Power ...... 87 Volts Gage ...... 116 Windshield Vinyl. Cleaning ...... 251 Cleaning ...... 252 Visor Vanity Mirror ...... 104 Washer .....: ...... 92 Washer Fluid ...... 92. 235 Wipers ...... 92521. warnings Devices ...... 187 Winter Driving ...... 175 Warning. Hazard Flasher ...... 186 Working on Your Car ...... 216 Warning Lights Worn Tires ...... 244 Antilock Brake System ...... 111 WreckerTowing ...... 193 Battery ...... 116 Brakesystem ...... 110 CheckOil ...... 115 Your Driving and the Road ...... 137 Engine Coolant Temperature ...... 112 YourOwn Signals ...... 144 Engine Oil Pressure ...... 114 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...... 267 Indicators and Gages on Instrument Panel ...... 109 LowCoolant ...... 113 Malfunction Indicator (Service Engine Soon) ...... 113 Fuel Mileage Chart MILES PER GALLON

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