1997 Buick Riviera Owner’S Manual G;Rp 1-1 Seats and Restraint Systems D This Section Tells You How to Use Your Seats and Safety Belts Properly

I The 1997 Buick Riviera Owner’s Manual g;rP 1-1 Seats and Restraint Systems d This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. It also explains“SRS” the system. 2-1 Features and Controls This section explains how to start and operate your Buick. 3-1 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system. 4-1 Your Driving and the Road Here you’ll find helpful information and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions. 5-1 Problems on the Road This section tells what todo if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. 6-1 Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to keep your Buick running properly and looking good. 7-1 Maintenance Schedule This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use. 8-1 Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Buick for assistance and how to get service and owner publications. It also gives you information on “Reporting Safety Defects” on page8-8. 9- 1 Index Here’s an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual.You can use it to quickly find something you want to read. i We support voluntary technician certification..

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Buick’s chief engineer, WalterL. Marr (left), and Thomas D. Buick, son of founder David Dunbar Buick, drove thefirst Flint Buick in a successful Flint-Detroit round trip in July 1904. David Buick was building gasoline engines by 1899, and Mar, his engineer, apparently built thefirst auto to be called a Buickin 1900. However, Buick traditionally dates its beginningsto 1903, That was theyear the William C.(Billy) Durant company was reorganized, refinanced and moved from Detroit to Flint. Buick has always been a product innovator. Buick engineers developed the iv Durant also created a racing team that won500 racing Buick drew plentyof attention becauseit could climb trophies in 1909 and 1910, including successes at hills and run through mud like no other car. Buick's 'Indianapolis two years beforethe Indy 500 began. endurance and reliability were world famous. The success of Buick engines was visible not only on During World WarI, Buick built Liberty aircraft engines the race track, butin endurance tests across the country as well as Red Cross ambulancesso successfully that and around the world. Buick was the onlycar to one Buick ambulance was awardedthe Croix de Guerre complete a 1,000-mile Chicago-to-NewYork race in by the French government. 1906. And a Buick was thefirst car to travel across As a builderof premier automobiles, Buick was hardhit South America, drivenfrom Buenos Aires, Argentina, by the Great Depression. However, new General over the Andes to Santiago, Chilein 1914. Manager Harlow H. Curtice created popular new models including the Special andthe Roadmaster. Buick sales soon flourished.

1911 Model 21 Touring Car on Buick's Test Hill First BuickFactory V In World War 11, Buick built aircraft engines, tanksand A high-compression V-8 engine was introduced in 1953. other military hardware. This post-war period brought And Buick’s famous vertical pillar “toothy”@e great styling and engineering changes which resulted in (introduced in 1942) became more massivein the increased sales. The torque converter automatic post-war era. transmission, Dynaflow, was introducedin the 1948 Roadmaster. Buick’s famous “portholes” came along in 1949.

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Motor Trend magazine namedthe 1962 Buick Special 1949 Roadmaster “Car of the Year.” Thefirst production V-6 engine was used in the Special.

vi 1962 Buick Special Ed Mertz, General Manager, Buick Motor Division

Built inside the wallsof the old buildingsin Buick’s Our mission is simple: former Flint complex, which formed the cornerstoneof “Buick will provide Premium American Motorcars General Motors, Buick City is a state-of-the-art backed with services that exceedour customers’ assembly facility with more than200 robots and other expectations, throughout the purchase, ownership, high-tech equipment. It was completedin the fall service and repurchase experience.’’ of 1985. Buicks are SUBSTANTIAL,. Buicks are, and will continue tobe, premium American motorcars with smooth power, high performance, rich Buicks are DISTINCTIVE. detail and comfortable accommodation. Buicks are POWERFUL. Buicks are PREMIUM. vii %You will also find a circle I with a. slash^ through it in Safety Warnings and Symbols this book. This safety symbAolmeans “Don’t,’’ “Don’t do this,” or “Don’t let this happen.” Vehicle Damage Warnings In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would Also, in this book you will find these notices: not be covered by your warranty, andit could be costly. But the notice willtell you what todo to help NOTICE: avoid the damage. I When you read othermanuals, you might see These mean there is something that could CAUTION and NOTICE warningsin different colors or in different words. damage your vehicle. You’ll also see warning labels on your vehicle. They use the same words, CAUTION or NOTICE.

ix Vehicle Symbm These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle.

For example, These symbols These symbols These symbols These symDols Here are some these symbols are important have to do with are on someof are used on other symbols are used on an for you and your lamps: your controls: warning and you may see: original battery: your passengers indicator lights: whenever your vehicle is CAUTION driven: POSSIBLE A FUSE INJURY COOLANT - TEMP - DOOR LOCK TURN PROTECT UNLOCK SIGNALS EYES BY e BAllERY LIGHTER n SHIELDING CHARGING I-1 PARKING SYSTEM CAUSTIC LAMPS WINDSHIELD FASTEN HORN DEFROSTER )cr SEAT BRAKE BELTS (a) BURNS COOLANT SPEAKER AVOID SPARKS OR a b FLAMES ENGINE OIL PRESSURE e,FUEL SPARK OR ,\I/, E$ FLAME VENTILATING COULD FAN EXPLODE FOG LAMPS ANTI-LOCK (@I $0 BRAKES BAllERY

Seats and Seat Controls 0 Raise or lower the frontof the seat by holding the front partof the horizontal control upor down. This section tells you about the seats-- how to adjust them, and also about memory seats, reclining seatbacks 0 Raise or lower the rearof the seat by holding the rear and head restraints. part of the horizontal control up or down. 0 Raise or lower the entire seatby holding the whole Power Seats control up or down.

0 Move the seat forward or back by holding the control to the front or back. Power Lumbar Control (Option) If you have this option, the driver's seatback lumbar support can be adjusted by moving the single switch located on the sideof the seat.To increase or decrease support, hold the switch forward or rearward.

The power seat controls are located on the sideof the driver's and passenger's seats.

1-2 Memory Seat and Mirrors (Option) 2. Press the SET button and then pressthe 1 or 2 side of the MEMORY switch withinfive seconds. You will hear one beep when you pressthe SET button and two beeps when you pressthe MEMORY button to confirm thatthe mirror and seat positions are entered into memory. When your Buickis in PARK (P) withthe ignition on or OFF, press the same side of the MEMORY switch to recall the seat and mirror setting. To do the same thingfor a second driver, followthe preceding steps, but pressthe other side of the MEMORY switch. The EXIT button allows you to get outof the car easily. When the gear shift selector in is PARK (P) with the ignition on or OFF, push EXIT andthe seat willgo all The memory function controlsthe driver’s seat cushion the way down and back. and outside mirror positions.It does notstore the lumbar Remote Keyless Entry Personal or recline positions. Choice Feature To set your memory seat and mirrors: Each remote keyless entry transmitter canbe 1. Adjust the driver’s seat toyour desired position. programmed to movethe driver’s seat and outside Adjust bothoutside mirrors to suit you. See mirrors to aset memory position whenthe transmitter’s “Mirrors” in the Index. UNLOCK button is pressed. For programming instructions, see “Personal Choice Features” in the Index. Heated Front Seat (Option) Reclining Front Seatbacks If your vehicle has this option, the switchis on the driver’s armrest. With the ignition inACCESSORY or RUN, press the button once forward to bring the seat to and the seat will warm up. a more upright position. The HI light on the button Push it rearward to recline will come on. the seatback.

Press the button a second time and LO the light will come on. The seat will warm to a lower temperature. Press the button a third time to turnoff the heated seat. The heater will also turnoff automatically when the ignition is turned off.

1-4 But don’t havea seatback rqdinedif your vehicle is moving.

Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up downor so that the topof the restraint is closest to the topof your ears. This position reduces the chanceof a neck injury in a cr~ash. a Seatback Latches To fold a seatback forward if it does lock in place, push the seatback toward the rear as you lift this latch. Then the seatback will fold forward. The latch mustbe If theseatback isn’t locked, it could move . down for the seat to forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could work properly. cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked. J The front seatback folds forward let to people get into the back seat.Your seatback will move back and forth Safety Belts: They’refor Everyone freely, unless you come to a sudden stop. Thenit will This part of the manual tells you howto use safety belts lock in place. properly. It also tells you some things you should not do There’s one time the seatback may not fold without with safety belts. some help from you. That’s if your vehicle is parked And it explains the Supplemental Restraint System going down a fairly steephill. (SRS), or air bag system.

1-6 A ‘CAUTION:

Don’t let anyone ride wherehe or she can’t wear It is extremely dangerous to ride ina cargo area, a safety belt properly.If you are in a crash and inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, you’re not wearinga safety belt, your injuries people riding in theseareas are morelikely to be can be much worse. You can hit things inside the seriously injured orkilled. Do not allow people to vehicle or be ejected fromit. You can be seriously ride in any areaof your vehicle that is not injured or killed. In the same crash,you might equipped with seats andsafety belts. Be sure not be if you are buckled up. Always fasten your everyone in yourvehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt,and check that yourpassengers’ belts safety belt properly. are fastened properly too.

Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up. (See “Safety Belt Reminder Light” in the Index.)

1-7 h most states and Canadian provinces,theiaw says to Why Safety Belts Work wear safety belts. Here’s why:They work. When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as You never know if you’ll bein a crash.If you do havea it goes. crash, you don’t know ifit will be a bad one. A few crashes aremild, and some crashes can beso serious that even buckled up a person wouldn’t survive. But most crashes arein between. In many of them, people who buckle up can survive and sometimeswalk away. Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed. After more than25 years of safety belts in vehicles, the facts are clear.In most crashes buckling up does matter ... a lot!

Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’sjust a seat on wheels.

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Put someone on it. Get it up to speed.Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop.

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Here Are Questions ManyPeople Ask About Safety Belts-- and the Answers @ Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m wearing a safety belt? A: You could be -- whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down. And your chanceof being conscious during and afteran accident, so you can unbuckle and get out,is much greater if you are belted. &: If my vehicle has air bags, why shouldI have to wear safety belts? A: Air bags are in m%iyWhicles today ana will be in most of them in the future. But they are or the safety belts! supplemental systems only;so they work with With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. safety belts-- not instead of them. Every air bag You get more timeto stop. You stop over more distance, system ever offered for sale has required the useof and your strongest bones takethe forces. That’s why safety belts. Even if you’rein a vehicle that has air safety belts make such good sense. bags, you still have to buckle up to getthe most protection. That’s true not onlyin frontal collisions, but especiallyin side and other collisions.

1-11 If I’m a good driver, andI never drive far from How to Wear Safety Belts Properly home, why should I wear safety belts? Adults A: You may be an excellent driver, butif you’re in an accident -- even one that isn’t your fault-- you and This part is onlyfor people of adult size. your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver Be aware that thereare special things to know about safety doesn’t protectyou from things beyond your belts and children. And thereare different rules for smaller control, such as bad drivers. children and babies. If a child will be kdingin your Buick, see the part ofthis manual called “Children.” Follow those Most accidents occur within25 miles (40 km) of rules for everyone’s protection. home. And the greatest numberof serious injuries and deaths occur at speedsof less than40 mph First, you’ll wantto know which restraint systems your vehicle has. (65 kd.0. We’ll start with the driver position. Safety beltsare for everyone.

1-12 Driver Position This part describes the driver’s restraint system. Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulderbelt. The shoulder portion of the belt hasan energy management loop.It is designed to open and help protect youin certain crashes. If it opens, you willsee a labelon the safety belt that says to replacethe belt. Be sureto do so. If you don’t, the safetybelt won’t work properly and won’t protect you in another crash.For more information on replacing safety belts after crash,a see “Replacing Safety Belts’’in the Index. Here’s how to wear the lap-shoulder belt properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat (to see how, see “Seats’’ in the Index) 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. so you can sit up straight. Don’t let it get twisted. 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle untilit clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sureit is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender’’ at the endof this section. Make sure the release buttonon the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quicklyif you ever had to. 1-13 The lap part of the belt should beworn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs.In a crash,this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be lesslkely to slide under the lap belt.If you slid under it, the beit would apply force at your abdomen.This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt shouldgo over the shoulder and across the chest. These partsof the body are best able to takebelt restraining forces. The safety belt locksif there’s a sudden stop or crash.

Shoulder Belt Tightness Adju: -- :nt Your car has a shoulder belt tightness adjustment feature. If the shoulder belt seems too tight, adjustit before you begin to drive. 1. Sit well back in the seat. 2. Start pulling the shoulder belt out.

@ What’s wrong with this? a CAUTIO You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you wouldmove forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. Don’t allow more than1 inch (25 mm) of slack.

A: The shoulder belt is too loose.It won’t give nearly as much protection this way.

1-16 @ What’s wrong with this? /1\ CAUTION:

You can be seriously injured your belt is buckled in the wrong placelike this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen.The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause seriousinternal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you.

A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.

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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 chanceof head andneck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which aren't as strong as shoulder bones. You could also severely injure internalorgans like yourliver or spleen.

A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulderat all times.

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You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt.In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. a If belt is twisted, make it straightso it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it.

A: The belt is twisted across the body. Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don’t wear safety belts.

To unlatch the belt,just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back outof the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt isof out the way. If you slam thedoor on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle. A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible, below the rounding, throughout the pregnancy.

1-20 The best way to protect thefetus is to protectthe Here arethe most hportant things to know about the air mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more bag system: likely that thefetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnantwomen, as for anyone, th&&y:to (’.:’;,+ .,.’ safety belts effective is wearing them properly. Right Front Passenger Position You can be severely injured orkilled in a crash if The rightfront passenger’s safety belt worksthe same you aren’t wearing yoursafety belt -I even if you way as the driver’s safety belt. See “Driver Position,” have air bags. Wearing yoursafety belt during a earlier in this section. crash helps reduce your chanceof hitting things When the lap portion of the beltis pulled out all the inside the vehicle or being ejected fromit. Air way, it will lock. If it does, let it go back allthe way and bags are “supplemental restraints” to the safety start again. belts. All air bags aredesigned to work with If your vehicle has a center passenger position, be sure safety belts, but don’t replace them. Air bagsare to use the correct buckle when buckling your designed to workonly in moderate to severe lap-shoulder belt.If you find that the latch plate will not crashes wherethe frontof your vehicle hits go fully into the buckle, seeif you are using the buckle something. They aren’t designed to inflateat all for the center passenger position. in rollover, rear, sideor low-speed frontal Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) crashes. Everyone in yourvehicle should wear a safety belt properly-- whether ornot there’s an This part explainsthe Supplemental Restraint System air bag for thatperson.

(SRS) orair bag syst ~ -A. Your Buick has two air bags-- one air bag for the driver and another air bagfor the rightfront passenger.

1-21 There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, i which shows AIR BAG. Air bags inflatewnn great force, fasterthan me blink of an eye. If you’re tooclose to an inflating air bag, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keepyou in position beforeand duringa crash. Always wear your safetybelt, even with air bags. The driver should sit faras back as possible while still maintaining controlof the vehicle.

The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tellsyou if there is an electrical problem. See “Air Bag Readiness Light” in the Index for more information. An inflating air bag canseriously injure small children. Always secure children properly in your vehicle. To read how, see the partof this manual called “Children” and the caution labelon the right frontpassenger’s safety belt.

1-22 HOWthe Air it can be somewhat above or belowthis range. If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform, such as a parked car, the threshold level will be higher. The air bag is not designed to inflate in rollovers,side

~ If something is between an occupant and an air impacts orrear impacts, because inflation would not bag, the bag may not inflate properlyor it might help the occupant. force the objectinto that person. Thepath of an In any particular crash, no one can say whetherair an inflating air bag must be kept clear. Don’tput bag should have inflated simply becauseof the damage anything between an occupant and an air bag, to a vehicleor because of what the repair costs were. and don’t attach or putanything on the Inflation is determined by the angleof the impact and steering wheel hub or on or near any other how quickly the vehicle slows downin frontal or air bag covering. near-frontal impacts. What makesan airbag inflate? When shouldan air bag inflate? h an impact of sufficient severity,the air bag sensing An air bag is designed to inflatein a moderateto severe system detects thatthe vehicle is in a crash. The sensing frontal or near-frontal crash. The air bag willinflate system triggers a releaseof gas from the inflator, which only if the impact speed is above the system’s designed inflates the air bag.The inflator, air bag and related “threshold level.” If your vehicle goes straight into a hardware are all partof the air bag modules inside the wall that doesn’t move or deform,the threshold level is steering wheel andin the instrument panel infront of the about 8 to 11 mph (13 to 18 km/h). The threshold level right front passenger. can vary, however, with specific vehicle design,so that

1-24 How does an air bag restrain? In moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel.Air bags supplement the protection When an air bag inflates, there is dust in the air. provided by safety belts. Air bags distribute the force of This dust could cause breathing problems for the impact more evenly over the occupant’s upper body, people with a history of asthma or other stopping the occupant more gradually. Butair bags would not help you in many types of collisions, including breathing trouble.To avoid this, everyone in the rollovers, rear impacts and side impacts, primarily because vehicle should get outas soon as it is safe to doso. an occupant’s motionis not toward thoseair bags. Air If you have breathing problems but can’t get out bags should never be regarded asan-g more than a of the vehicle after an air bag inflates, then get supplement to safety belts, and then only in moderate to fresh air by opening a window or door. severe frontal or near-frontal collisions. What will you see after an air bag inflates? In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag, After an air baginflates, it quickly deflates,so quickly windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. that some people maynot even realizethe air bag Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the inflated. Some componentsof the air bag module inthe right front passenger air bag. steering wheel hubfor the driver’s air bag, or the 0 Air bags are designed to inflate only once. After they instrument panelfor the right front passenger’s bag, will inflate, you’ll need some new partsfor your air bag be hotfor a shorttime. The parts of the bag that come system. If you don’t get them, the air bag system into contact with you may bewarm, but not too hot to won’t be there to help protect you in another crash. touch. There will be some smoke and dust coming from A new system will include air bag modules and vents inthe deflated air bags. Air bag inflation doesn’t possibly other parts. The service manual for your prevent the driver from seeing or from being able to vehicle covers the need to replace other parts. steer the vehicle, nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle. 1-25 Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Buick diagnostic module, which records information about Air bags affect how your Buick should be serviced. the air bag system. The module recordsdormation about the readiness of the system, when the sensors are There are partsof the air bag system in several places activated and driver’s safety belt usage at deployment. around your vehicle.You don’t want the system to inflate while someone is workingon your vehicle. Your Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag Buick dealer and the Riviera Service Manual have system. Improper service can mean that your air bag information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system won’t work properly.See your dealer system. To purchase a service manual, see “Service and for service. Owner Publications” in the Index.

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If you damage thecovering for thedriver’s or the For up to10 minutes after theignition key is right frontpassenger’s air bag, the bag may not turned off and the batteryis disconnected, an air work properly. You may have to replacethe air bag can still inflate during improperservice. You bag module in the steeringwheel or both the air can be injured if you are close to an airbag when bag module and the instrumentpanel for the it inflates. Avoid wires wrapped with yellow tape right frontpassenger’s air bag. Do not open or or yellow connectors. They are probably part of break the airbag coverings. the airbag system. Be sure tofollow proper service procedures, and make sure theperson performing work foryou is qualified to doso.

The air bag systemdoes not need regular maintenance.

1-26 Lap B:elt If your vehicle has a front split 'seat.#and a rear bench seat, .someone can.sit in the center po@tigm..

1. Pkk up the latch plate-and pull the belt across you. Don't let-it get twisted. 2. aX& the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks.

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1-30 To unlatch the-belt, just push the button00 the buckle.

~~ 1-31 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guidesfor Children and Small Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for small adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide pulls the belt away from the neck and head. There is one guidefor each outside passenger positionin the rear seat. To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints andfor smaller adults, the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulder belts. Here’s how to install a comfort guide and usethe safety belt:

1. Pull the elastic cord out from between the edgeof the seatback and the interior body to remove the guide from its storage clip.

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C ild Restraints Be sure the child restraint is designed to be in used a vehicle. If it is, it will havea label saying thatit meets Federal Mator Vehicle Safety Standards. A child ina rear-facing child restraint can be Then follow the instructionsfor the restraint.You may seriously injuredif the rightfront passenger’s air find these instructions onthe restraint itself orin a bag inflates. This is because the backof a booklet, or both. These restraints use the belt system in rear-facing child restraint would be very closeto your vehicle,but the child also has to be secured within the inflatingair bag. Always secure a rear-facing the restraint to help reduce the chanceof personal injury. child restraint in the rear seat. The instructions that come with the infant or child You may, however, securea forward-facing child I restraint will show you how to do that. restraint in the rightfront seat. Before you secure Where to Putthe Restraint a forward-facing child restraint, always move the front passenger seatas farback as it will go. Or, Accident statisticsshow that children are safer if they secure the child restraint in therear seat. are restrainedin the rear rather than thefront seat. We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraintin the rear seat.Never put a rear-facing child restraintin the front passenger seat. Here’s why:

1-36 Top Strap /!\ CAUTI'ON:

A child in a child restraint in the center frontseat can be badly injuredby the right frontpassenger air bag if it inflates. Never secure a childrestraint in the center frontseat. It's always better to secure a child restraint in the rearseat. You may, however, secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right frontpassenger seat, but only with the seatmoved all the way back.

Wherever you install it, be sure to secure the child restraint properly. Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collisionor sudden stop andinjure people in the vehicle. Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle -- even when no child isin it. If your child restraint has a top strap,it should be anchored. If you need to have an anchor installed, you can ask your Buick dealer to putit in for you. If you want to install an anchor yourself, your dealer can tell you how to do it.

1-37 You'll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strapJf-the child restraint has one. 1. Put the^ restraint on. the seat.Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 1-39 w

A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injuredby the right front passenger air bag if it inflates. Never secure a child restraint 1. Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch in the center frontseat. It’s always better to plate and pullingit along the belt. secure achild restraint in the rearseat. You may, 2. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions however, secure a forward-facingchild restraint for the child restraint. in the right front passenger seat, butonly with 3. Secure the child in the child restraint as the the seat m.oved all theway back. instructions say. 4. Run the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the See the earlier part about the top strapif the child restraint. The child restraint instructionswill show. restraint has one. you how. 1-40 i

I 4. Pick up the latch plate, andrun the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle’s safety belt throughor around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. I If the shoulder belt goesin front of the child’sface or neck, putit behind the child restraint. A child in a rear-facing child restraintcan be I seriously injured if the right front passenger’s air bag inflates. This is because the back of a rear-facing child restraint wouldbe very close to the inflating air bag. Always secure a rear-facing child restraint in the rear seat.

You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. Seethe earlier part about the top strapif the child restraint has one. 1. Because your vehicle has a rightfront passenger air bag, always move the seat as far back as it gowill before securing a forward-facing child restraint. (See “Seats” in the Index.) 2. Put the restrainton the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 3. Secure the child in the child restraint as the 5. Buckle the belt. Make surethe release buttonis instructions say. positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 8. Push md pdthe child restraintin dif€erent directions-to be meit is secure. Larger Children If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restrainta shoulder belt can provide. Accident statistics show that childrenare safer if they are restrainedin the rear seat. But they need to use the safety belts properly.

0 Children who aren’t buckled upcan be thrown out in a crash.

0 Children who aren’t buckled upcan strike other people who are.

Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle’s safety belts.

1-44 -< :: . . 1 Never do this. Here two children arewearing the samebelt. The belt can’t properly spread the impactforces. In a crash, thetwo children canbe crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one personat a time.

@ What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but thechild is so small that the shoulderbelt is very close to thechild’s face or 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 crashthe child’s upper body would havethe restraint that belts provide.If the child is sitting in a rear seat outside position, see “Rear Safety BeltComfort Guides” in the Index. If the child isso small thatthe shoulder belt isstill very close to the child’sface or neck, you might want to place the childin the center seat position, the one that hasonly a lap belt.

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Safety Belt Extender Checking Your Restraint Systems If the vehicle’s safety belt willfasten around you, you Now and then, make surethe safety belt reminder light should,use it. and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and But if a safety beltisn’t long enough tofasten, your anchorages are working properly. Lookfor any other dealer will order youan extender. It’s free. When you go loose or damaged safety belt system parts.If you see in to orderit, take the heaviest coat you will wear,so the anything that might keepa safety belt system from extender willbe long enough for you. The extender will doing its job, have it repaired. be just for you, andjust for the seat in your vehicle that Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect inyou a you choose. Don’tlet someone else use it, and use it crash. They can rip apart under impact forces.If a belt is only for the seat it is made to fit.To wear it, just attach it torn or frayed, get a new one right away. to the regular safety belt. Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers, and have them repairedor replaced. (The air bag system does not need regular maintenance.)

1-47 Replacing Restraint System Parts If you ever seea label on the driver’s or the right front passenger’s safety belt that saysto replace the belt, be After a Crash sure to do so. Then the new belt will be there to help If you’ve had a crash, do you need new belts? protect you in a collision. You would see this label on the belt near the latch plate. After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they would if be worn If belts are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision during a more severe crash, then you need new belts. damage also may mean you will need to have safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced. New parts and repairs may be necessary evenif 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 seatthe to adjuster may need to be replaced. If an air bag inflates, you’ll needto replace air bag system parts. See the part onthe air bag system earlierin this section.

1-48 NOTES

1-49 1-50 2~35 2-44. 2-46 2-50 2-52 2-60 2-60 2-60 2-61 2-64 2-68 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators Keys A CAUTION: Leaving young children ina vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate power windowsOF other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with young children.

2-2 The ignition key is for the When a new Rivierais delivered, the dealer removes the ignition only. plugs from the keys, and gives them to firstthe owner. However, if the ignition key does not have a plug, there may be a bar-coded key tag instead. Each plug or bar-coded key tag has a codeon it that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmithhow to make extra keys. Keep the tagsor plugs in a safe place. If you lose your keys, you’ll be able to have new ones made easily using these tagsor plugs. If your ignition keys don’t have tags or plugs, goto your Buick dealerfor the correct key code if you need a new ignition key. The door key isfor the doors andall other locks. NOTICE:

Your Buick has a number of features that can help prevent theft. But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keys inside.You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in.So be sure you have extra keys.

2-3 Door Locks

Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers -- especially children -- can easily open the doorsand fall out. When a door is locked, the inside handle won’t open it. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop yourvehicle. This may not be so obvious: You increase the chance of being thrown outof the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’tlocked. Wear safety belts To lock the door from the inside, move the lock control properly, lock your doors, and you will be far on the door forward. better off whenever you drive yourvehicle. To unlock the door, move thelock control toward the rear of the vehicle. Thereis a red mark on the lock control which shows whenthe door is unlocked. There are several ways tolock and unlock your vehicle. From the outside, use your door key. If your vehicle has a theft-deterrent systemit is activated,and unlock the doors only with the key or Remote Keyless Entry System. This will avoid setting off the alm.

2-4 Central Door Unlocking System (Option) Memory Door Locks If the driver’s door key is heldin the unlock position for This is a Personal Choice feature that programs your more than one second,all doors will electronically unlock. door locks to automatically lock or unlock. Power Door Locks Close your doors andturn on the ignition. Every time you move your shift lever outof PARK (P), all of the Press the power DOOR doors will lock. And, every time you stop and move LOCK/UNLOCK switch your shift lever intoPARK (P), your doors will unlock. to lock or unlockboth If someone needsto get out while you’re not in doors at once. PARK (P), have that person usethe manual or power lock. When the dooris closed again,it will not lock automatically. Just use the manual or powerlock to lock the door again. If you need to lock your doors before shifting outof PARK (P), use the manual or power lock button tolock the doors.

Door Ajar Reminder If one of the doorson your vehicle’ is not closed properly, a door ajarlight on the instrument panel will come on and stay on until the doorsare closed and completely latched.

2-5 Customizing Your Memory Door Locks Feature Vehicles are delivered programmed in Mode3. You can program the memory door locks feature to To change modes: change to the following modes: 1. Close all doors and turn the ignition on. Keep all Mode Operation doors closed throughout this procedure. 0 No automaticdoor lock unlock. or 2. Press and hold the driver’s power door lock switch 1 Alldoors automatically lockwhen through Step4. shifted outof PARK (P).No automatic 3. Press the LOCK buttonon the Remote Keyless Entry door unlock. transmitter. The memory door locks will remain in 2 All doors automatically lock when the current mode. shifted out of PARK (P). Only the 4. Press the LOCK button on the transmitter again. driver’s door automatically unlocks Each time the transmitter’s LOCK button is pressed, when shifted intoPARK (P). the mode will advance by one, going from Mode3 to 3 All doors automatically lock when 0 to 1, etc. shifted outof PARK (P).All doors automatically unlock when shiftedinto NOTE: The door locks will cycle accordingto the PARK (P). mode entered while customizing memory door locks. (Mode “0” has no feedback.) 5. Release the power door lock switch. The memory door locks will remainin the most recent mode selected. NOTE: This procedure changes the mode for only the transmitter usedto change this setting.The procedure will need to be repeatedfor the second transmitter.

2-6 Lockout Protection Remote Keyless Entry System The power door locks will not work if the keyis left You can lock and unlock in the ignition withthe driver’s door open.You can your doors or unlock your override thisfeature by holding the power door lock trunk from about 3 feet switch for more than three seconds, unlessthe engine (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m) is running. away usingthe remote Leaving Your Vehicle keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle. If you are leaving the vehicle, takeyour keys, open your door andset the locksfrom the inside. Then get out and close the door. If your vehicle has a theft-deterrent system,see “Universal Theft-Deterrent” inthe Index. Your Remote Keyless Entry System operateson a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry and Science Canada. This device complies with Part15 of theFCC Rules. 0 Check the distance.You may be too fir from your Operation is subjectto the followingtwo conditions: vehicle. You may needto stand closer during rainy (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and or snowy weather. (2) this device must accept any interference received, Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be including interference that may cause undesired operation. blocking the signal. Takea few steps to the left or right, This device complies withRSS-210 of Industry and hold the transmitter higher, andtry again. Science Canada. Operationis subject to the following If you’re still having trouble, see your Buick dealer two conditions:(1) this device may not cause or a quallfied technicianfor service. interference, and(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may Operation cause undesired operationof the device. The driver’s doorwiU unlock when UNLOCKis pressed. Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to If UNLOCK is pressed again withinfive seconds, both use this equipment. doors will unlock. Pressingthe UNLOCK button will also illuminatethe interior lamps.See “Illuminated This system has a rangeof about 3 feet (1 m) up to Entry” in the index. 30 feet (9 m). At times you may noticea decrease in range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry Both doors will lock when LOCK is pressed. system. If the transmitter does not work or if you have The trunk will unlock when the opened trunk symbolis to stand closer to your vehiclefor the transmitter to pressed when the ignitionis off. The trunk symbol will work, try this: also work when the ignition on,is but only while the Check to determine if battery replacement or vehicle is inPARK (P) or NEUTRAL(N). resynchronization is necessary. See the instructions that follow.

2-8 Instant Alarm Security Feedback When the button withthe horn symbol on the remote This Personal Choicefeature provides feedbackto the keyless entry transmitter is pressed, the horn will sound driver when the vehicle receives a commandfrom the and the headlamps and taillampswill flash for up to key transmitter. The following modes may be selected: two minutes.This can be turnedoff by pressing the instant alarm button again or by turningthe ignition on. Mode Transmitter Response If your vehicleis equipped with the Universal Theft 0 No transmitter response when locking Deterrent feature, you may alsoturn off the instant or unlocking vehicle. alarm by unlockingthe vehicle witha key. 1 No transmitter response when locking; exterior lamps flash when Resynchronization unlocking vehicle. If only the instant alarm button works, the transmitter 2 Exterior lamps flash when locking; needs to be resynchronized theto receiver. Do this by no transmitter response when pressing and holding boththe LOCK and UNLOCK unlocking vehicle. buttons for about eight seconds.You must be within 3 Exterior lamps flash when locking and range of the vehicle. when unlocking vehicle. Once the transmitter has been resynchronized,the horn 4 Exterior lampsflash and horn chirps will chnp and the exterior lamps will flash once.The when locking; no transmitter response system should now operate properly. when unlocking vehicle. 5 Exterior lamps flash and hornchqs when locking; exterior lamps flash when unlocking.

2-9 Vehicles are delivered programmedin Mode 5. To Personal Choice Features change to another mode, the ignition must off. be Then: The following listof features thatare available on your 1. Press and holdthe driver’s power door lock switch Riviera canbe programmed tothe driver’s preference (located on the driver’s side door). for each key chain transmitter. 2. Press the opened trunk button on the transmitter to 0 Memory Door Locks: This feature programs your enter the programming mode. The transmitter will door locks to automatically lock or unlock when remain in its current mode. shifting in and outof PARK (P). 3. Press the opened trunk button again. Each time the 0 Security Feedback: This feature provides feedback opened trunk button is pressed, the horn willchxp to the driver whenthe vehicle receives a command and the transmitter will advance to the next mode. from the key chain transmitter. 4. Release the power door lock switch. 0 Delayed Locking:This feature lets the driver delay the actual lockingof the vehicle. Whenall doors This procedure changes the modefor only the have been closed,the doors will lock automatically transmitter used to changethis setting. The procedure after five seconds. will need to be repeated for the second transmitter. 0 Perimeter Lighting:When the UNLOCK button on the key chain transmitteris pressed, the headlamps, parking lamps, back-up lamps and cornering lamps will turnon in dark conditions. For more detailed information and programming instructions, referto the Indexfor each individual feature listed above.

2-10 Memory Seat and Mirrors The second key chain transmitter can be programmed to This is another Personal Choicefeature of your Riviera. record a different seat and mirror position by following the same steps. The transmitters canalso be programmed to movethe driver’s seat and outsidemirrors to a setmemory position If you prefer to program the exit seat position, which when the key chain transmitter’s UNLOCK button moves the seat completely down and back, follow is pressed. these steps: To program the system: 1. Press the SEiT button on the driver’s door armrest. You will hear one beep. 1. Adjust the driver’s seat to a comfortable position. Adjust both outside mirrorsto suit you.See “Power 2. Press the EXIT button on the armrest.You will hear Remote Control Mirror”in the Index. one beep, but the seat will not moveat this time. 2. Press the SET button on the driver’s door armrest. 3. Press the UNLOCK button on the appropriate You will hear one beep. transmitter withinfive seconds. You will hear two beeps. 3. Within five seconds, press one of the two memory buttons on the armrest.You will hear two beeps to This personal choice feature will work only when the confirm that the mirror and the seat positions are vehicle is in PARK (P). A beepwill sound inside the entered into memory. vehicle when the UNLOCK button on the transmitteris pressed to movethe seat and mirrors. 4. Press the UNLOCK button onthe appropriate transmitter withinfive seconds. You will hear To turn this feature off, pressSET and then UNLOCK two beeps. within five seconds.

2-11 Deiayed Locking Matchi[’ransmitter(s) 1 You: Vel ! This Personal Choice feature lets the driver delay theactual Each remote keyless entry transmitteris coded to prevent locking of the vehicle. When the power door lock switch is another transmitter from unlockingyour vehicle. If a pressed with the key outof the ignition and the driver’s transmitter is lostor stolen, a replacement can be door open, a chime will sound three times to signal that the purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring any lock delay mode is active. Whenall doors have been remaining transmitters with you when you go to your closed, the doors will lock automatically after five seconds. dealer. When the dealer matches the replacement E any door is opened beforethis, the five-second timer will transmitter to your vehicle, any remaining transmitters reset itself once all the doors have been closed again. must also be matched. Once your dealer has coded the Pressing the doorlock switch twice within two seconds new transmitter, the lost transmitter will not unlock your will overridethis feature. vehicle. Each vehicle can have only four transmitters matched to it. The delayed locking feature can be turned on or off for each remote transmitter. See your Buick dealer to match transmitters to another vehicle. To turn the featureon: 1. Press and hold the power door lock switch Battery Replacement throughout this procedure. Both doors will lock. Under normal use, the batteryin your remote keyless 2. Press the UNLOCK button on the remote transmitter. entry transmitter should last about two years. The lock delay isstill off and both doors will You can tell the batteryis weak if the transmitter won’t remain locked. work at the normal rangein any location. If you have to 3. Press the UNLOCK button on the remote transmitter get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, again. Lock delayis now active and both doors it’s probably time to change the battery. will unlock.

4. Release the power d- - ~ I xkswitch. To turn the featureoff, repeat the previous procedure.

2-12 NOTICE:

When replacing the battery, use care not to touch any of the circuitry. Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter. Trunk Trunk Lock Release To unlock the trunk from the outside,turn the lock cover to expose the key hole. Insert the door key tmand it. Remote Trunk Release It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid Press the TRUNK open because carbonmonoxide (CO)gas can release button located come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell below the driver’s door CO, It can cause unconsciousnessand even death. handle to release the If you must drive with the trunklid open or if trunk lid. The trunk will open if the transaxleis in ~ electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the sealbetween the body and the PARK (P) andif the trunk security releaseis not trunk lid: in the off position. Make sure all windows are shut. Turn the fanon your heatingor cooling system to its highest speed with the setting If you have the Remote Keyless Entry System,it also on VENT. That will force outsideair into will unlock your trunk if the ignition isoff, or if the your vehicle. See “Comfort ControIs” in ignition is on and the transaxleis in PARK (P). the Index. If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel, open themall the way, See ‘(Engine Exhaust” in the Index.

2-14 Remote Trunk Release Lockout Theft Vehicle theftis big business, especiallyin some cities. Although your Buick has a numberof theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put iton can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help. Key in the Ignition If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves-- so don’t do it. With the ignition OFF and the driver’s door open, you’ll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and takeit with you. Alwaysdo this. Your steering wheel will be locked, andso will your ignition The trunk release lockout switchin the glove box allows and transaxle. And remember to lockthe doors. you to secureitems in the trunk. Move the trunk release Parking at Night switch off,lock the glove box and takethe key with you. Now the trunk releaseon the driver’s door will not open Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your the trunk. vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables outof sight. Put them in a storage area, or take them with you. Trunk Security Override The remote transmitter will open thetrunk even if the override switchis in the off position.

2-15 Parking Lots This light reminds you to activate the theft-deterrent If you park in a lot where someone will be watching system. Here’s how to do it: your vehicle, it’s best to lockit up and take your keys. But what if you have to leave your ignition key? What if you have to leave something valuable in your vehicle? 1SECURITY Put your valuables in a storage area, like your trunk or glovebox. Lock the glove box. Lock all the doors except the driver’s. Then take the door key and remote keyless entry 1. Open the door. transmitter with you. 2. Lock the door with the power door lock switchor Remote Keyless Entry System. TheSECURITY Universal Theft-Deterrent (Option) light should come on and stay on. If your Buick has this option, it has a theft-deterrent Close all doors. The SECURITY light should gooff alarm system. With this system, if your ignitionoff, is 3. after about30 seconds. The security system is not the SECURITY light will flash as you open the door. armed until the SECURITY light is off. If the SECURITY light stayson or flashes when the ignition is turned on, there is a problem with the system and the vehicle should be serviced.

2-16 If a door orthe trunk is opened without the key or Testing the Alarm Remote Keyless Entry System, the alarm will go Itoff. will also go offif the trunk lock or door locksare The alarm can be tested byfirst having the driver’s damaged. Your vehicle’s lamps willflash and the horn window down. Activate the system by locking the doors will sound for several minutes, thenwill go off to save with the power door lock switchor the Remote Keyless battery power. Entry System.Get out of the car and close the door and wait for the SECURITY light togo out. Then reachin Remember, the theft-deterrent system won’t be activated through the window, unlock the door withthe manual if you lockthe doors with a keyor manual door lock. door lock, and open the door.This should set off It only activatesif you use a power door lock switch the alarm. or Remote Keyless Entry System.You should also remember that youcan start your vehicle withthe If the alarm does not sound whenit should, check to correct ignition key if the alarm has beenoff, set see if the horn works.The horn fuse may be blown.To but this does not shutoff the alarm. replace thefuse, see “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index. Here’s how to avoid setting off the alarrn by accident: To reduce the possibility of theft, always activatethe 0 If you don’t want to activate the theft-deterrent theft-deterrent system when leaving your vehicle. system, lock the dooreither using a key orthe manual doorlock switch. Always unlock a door with a key, or use the Remote Keyless Entry System. Unlocking a door any other way will setoff the alarm. If you set offthe alarm by accident, unlock any door with your key. You can alsoturn off the alarmby using the Keyless Entry System.The alarrn won’t stopif you try to unlock a door any other way. 2-17 Clean and dry the key. Wait about three minutes and try again. The SECURITY light may remain on during this Your vehicle is equipped time. If the starter still won’t work, and the key appears with the PASS-KeyI1 to be clean and dry, wait about three minutes and try (Personalized Automotive another ignition key. At this time, you may also want to Security System) check the fuse (see “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the theft-deterrent system. Index). If the starter won’t work with the other key, your PASS-Key I1 is a passive vehicle needs service.If your vehicle does start, the first theft-deterrent system. ignition key may be faulty. See your Buick dealer or a It works when you locksmith who can service the PASS-Key11. insert or remove the key from the ignition. If you accidentally use a key that has a damaged or missing resistor pellet, the starter won’t work. The PASS-Key I1 uses a resistor pellet in the ignition key SECURITY light will flash. But you don’t have to wait that matches a decoder in your vehicle. three minutes before trying another ignition key. When the PASS-Key 11 system senses that someoneis See your Buick dealer or a locksmithwno can service using the wrong key,it shuts down the vehicle’s starter and the PASS-Key I1 to have a new key made. fuel systems. For about three minutes, the starter won’t If you’re ever driving and the SECURITY light comes on, work and fuel won’tgo to the engine. If someone tries to you will be able to restart your engineif you turn it off. start your vehicle again or uses another key duringthis Your PASS-Key 11 system, however, is not working time, the vehicle will not start.This discourages someone properly and must be serviced by your Buick dealer. Your from randomly trying different keys with different resistor vehicle is not protected by the PASS-KeyIT system. pellets in an attempt to make a match. If you lose or damage a PASS-KeyI1 ignition key, see The ignition key mustbe clean and dry before it’s your Buick dealer or a locksmith who can service inserted in the ignition or the engine may not Ifstart. the PASS-Key I1 to have a new key made. engine does not start and the SECURITY light comes an, the key may be dirty or wet.Turn the ignitionoff. 2-18 New Vehicle “Break-In’’ Ignition Positions The key withthe black~plastichead opmws !ne ignition lo,&. .@) ~ : 's 'is the only position in which you can remove the key. This position locks your ignition, steering wheel and transaxle. It's a theft-deterrent feature. OFF (C): This position lets you turnoff the engine but still turn the steering wheel.It doesn't lock the steering wheel likeLOCK and it doesn't send any electrical power to the accessories. UseOFF if you must have your vehicle in motion while the engine is not running. RUN (D): This is an on position that the switch returns to after you start your engine and release the switch. This is the position for driving. Even when the engine is not running,you can use RUN to operate your electrical power accessories and to display some instrument panel warning lights. ' START (E): This position starts your engine. When the i engine starts, release the key. The ignition switch will return toRUN for normal driving.

2-20 Starting Your Engine NOTICE: Move your shiftlever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine won’tstart in any other position-- that’s a safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving, Holding your key in START for longer than use NEUTRAL (N) only. 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can I I damage your starter motor. I NOTICE: 2. If it doesn’t start right away, hold your key in Don’t try to shift toPARK (P) if your Buickis START for about three tofive seconds at a time until moving. If you do, you could damage the your engine starts. Wait about15 seconds between transaxle. Shift to PARK (P) only when your each try to help avoid draining your battery. vehicle is stopped. 3. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your Try pushing your accelerator pedal allthe way to the ignition key toSTART. When theengine starts, let floor and holding it thereas you hold the key in go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your START for about three seconds.If the vehicle starts engine gets warm. briefly but then stops again, do the same thing, but this time keep the pedal downfor five or six seconds. This clears the extra gasolinefrom the engine. After waiting about 15 seconds, repeat the normal starting procedure.

2-21 Engine Coolant Heater (Option)

In very cold weather,0°F (- 18O C>or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and I better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be pluggedin a minimum of four hours prior to startingyour vehicle.

2-22 To Use the Coolant Heater 4. Before starting me engine, be sureto unplug and store the cord as it was before to keepit away 1. Turn off the engine. from moving engine parts.If you don’t, it could 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. be damaged. .. 3. 1utl- How long should youkeep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer dependson the outside temperature, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Insteadof A CAL rION. trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact I I your Buick dealerin the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle.The dealer can give youthe best advice for Plugging the cord intoan ungrounded outlet that particular area. could causean electricalshock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheatand cause a fire. You could be seriously injured. Plug the cord intoa properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. If the cordwon’t reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps.

2-23 Automatic Transaxle Operation

It is dangerous to get outof your vehicle if the shift leveris not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brakefirmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engineis running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, thevehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, evenwhen you’re on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift leverto PARK (P). See “Shifting Into PARK (P)” in theIndex. If you’re pulling a trailer, see “Towing a Trailer” in There are several different positions €or your shift lever. the Index. ‘PARK (P):This locks your front wheels. It’s the best position to use when you startyour engine because your vehicle can’t move easily.

2-24 Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) range before NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine starting the engine. Your Buick hasa brake-transaxle shdt doesn’t connect with the wheels.To restart when you’re interlock. You have to fullyapply your regular brakes already moving, use NEUTRAL(N) only. Also, use before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition NEUTRAL (N) when your vehicleis being towed. key is in RUN. you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease If I pressure on theshift lever -- push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) and also release the shift lever button on floor shift console models as you main& brake application. Then move theshift lever into the gear you wish. (Press the shift lever button before moving theshift Shifting outof PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N)while lever on floorshift console models.) See ‘‘Shifting Out of your engine is “racing” (running at high speed) PARK (P)” in this section. is dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal, your vehicle could move very REVERSE (R):Use this gearto back up. rapidly. You could lose control and hitpeople or objects. Don’t shift out of PARK (P) or NOTICE: NEUTRAL (N)while your engineis racing.

Shifting toREVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle. Shift toREVERSE (R)only after yourvehicle I NOTICE: is stopped. Damage to your transaxle causedby shifting out To rock your vehicle back andforth to get outof snow, of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N)with the engine ice or sand without damaging your transaxle,see racing isn’t covered by your warranty. “Stuck: In Sand, Mud,Ice or Snow”in the Index.

2-25 AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (a):This position is for SECOND (2): This position gives you more power but normal driving.If you need more powerfor passing, lower fuel economy than AUTOMATICOVERDRIVE (@) and you’re: or THIRD (3).You can use SECOND(2) on hills. It can help control your speed you go down steep mountain roads, but Going less than approximately 35 mph (56 km/h), as push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. then you would also want to use your brakesoff and on. Going about 35 mph (56 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all theway down. NOTICE: You’ll shift downto the next gear and have more power. Don’t drive inSECOND (2) for more than THIRD (3): This positionis also used for normal 25 miles (41 km), or at speeds over55 mph ,driving, however,it offers more power and lowerfuel (88 km/h), or you can damage your transaxle. !economy than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE(a). Here -are some times you might choose THIRD(3) instead of Use AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (@)or AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (@): THIRD (3) as much as possible. When driving on hilly, winding roads, Don’t shift into SECOND (2) unless you are going slower than 65 mph (105 km/h), or you can When towing a trailer, so there is less shifting damage yourengine. between gears, or When going down a steep hill.

I 2-26 FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power Parking Brake but lower fuel economy than SECOND (2). You can use it on very steephills, or in deep snow or mud. If the selector lever isput in FIRST (1), the transaxle won’t shift intomRST (1) until the vehicle is going slowly enough.

NOTICE:

If your front wheels can’t rotate,don’t try to drive. This might happenif you were stuck in very deep sandor mud or were up againsta solid object. You could damage your transaxle. Also, if you stop whengoing uphill, don’t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal. This could overheatand damage the Setting the parking brake:Hold the regular brake transaxle. Use your brakes or shift intoPARK (P) pedal down withyour right foot. Fksh down the parking to hold yourvehicle in position on a hill. brake pedal with yourleft foot. If the ignition is on, the brake system warninglight will come on and a single chime will be heard. The parking brake uses the brakes on the rear wheels.

2-27 Releasing the parking brake:You will need to usethe Shifting Into PARK (P) PUSH TO RELEASE parking brake pedal. Holdthe regular brake pedal down and push the parking brake pedal with your left foot. This will unlock the pedal. When you lift your left foot, the parking brake pedal will follow it to the release position. It can be dangerous toget out of your vehicle if If you try to drive off with the parking brakeon, the the shift leveris not fully in PARK (P) with the brake light stays on and a chime sounds until you release the parking brake or recycle the ignition. parking brakefirmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have leftthe engine running, thevehicle can move suddenly. You or otherscould be NOTICE: injured. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when you’re on fairly level ground, use the steps Driving with theparking brakeon can cause that follow. If you’re pulling a trailer, see your rear brakes tooverheat. You may have to “Towing a Trailer’’ in the Index. replace them, andyou could also damage other I parts of your vehicle.

If you are towing a trailer and are parking on a hill, see “Towing a Trailer”in the Index. That section shows what to dofirst to keep the trailer from moving.

2-28 Steering Column Shift Lever 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your rightfoot and set the parking brakeby pushing downthe parking brake pedal withyour left foot. 2. Move the shiftlever into PARK (P) like this:

0 Move the lever up as far as it will go. 3. Move the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Remove the key and takeit with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition keyin your hand, your vehicleis in PARK (P).

0 Pull the lever toward you.

2-29 Console Shi€t Lever Leaving Your Vehicle With the 1. Hold the brake pedal down withyour right foot and Engine Running set the parking brake. 2. Move the shift lever intoPARK (P) like this:

0 Hold in the button on the lever. I 0 Push the lever all the way toward the frontof It can be dangerous toleave your vehicle with your vehicle. the engine running.Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift leveris not fully inPARK (P) with the parkingbrake firmlyset. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running,it could overheat andeven catch fire.You or others could be injured. Don’t leave yourvehicle with the engine sunning unlessyou have to.

If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle is inPARK (P) and your parking brake is firmly set before you leaveit. After you’ve moved the shift lever intoPARK (P), hold the regular brake pedal down. Then, see if you can move the shift lever awayfrom PARK (P) without first pushing 3. Move the ignition key toLOCK. the button. If you can, it means that the shift lever wasn’t fully locked into PARK (P). 4. Remove the key and take it with you.If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicleis in PARK (P). Torque Lock Your vehicle has a BRAKE TOSHIFT reminder light. This light comes on to remind youto apply the brake If you arepqking on a hill and you don’t shift your Pedal before youcan shift fromPARK (P). transaxle intoPARK (p) properly, the weightof the vehicle may put too muchforce on the parking pawlin u- you cannot shift outof PARK (P), ease pressure on the transaxle. You may find it difficult to pull the shift the shiftlever -- push the shift leverall the way into lever outof PARK (P). This is called “torque lock.”To PARK (P) and also releasethe shift lever button onfloor prevent torquelock, set the parking brake and then shift shift modelsas you maintain brake application. Then into PARK (P) properly before you leavethe driver’s move the shift lever into the gear you want. (Press the seat. To find out how, see “Shifting Into PARK (P)” in shift lever button before moving the shift lever.)If you the Index. ever hold the brake pedal down but still can’t shiftof out PARK (P), try this: When you are ready to drive, movethe shift lever out of PARK (P) before you releasethe parking brake. 1. Turn the ignition key toOFF. Open and close the driver’s doorto tum off the retained accessory If torque lock does occur, you may need to have another power feature. vehicle push yours littlea uphill to take someof the pressure from the parking pawl in the transaxle,so you 2. Apply and hold the brake untilthe end of Step 4. can pull the shift lever out of PARK (P). 3. Shift to NEUTRAL (N). Shifting Out of PARK (P) 4. Start the vehicle and then shiftto the drive gear you want. Your Buick has a brake-transaxle shift interlock.You have to fullyapply your regular brakebefore you can 5. Have the vehiclefixed as soon as you can. shift from PARK (P) when the ignition isin RUN. See “Automatic Transaxle” inthe Index.

2-31 Parking Ovel rhings That Burn Engine Exhaust

Engine exhaust cankill. It contains thegas carbon monoxide (CO),which you can't see or smell. It can causeunconsciougness 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 when driving over high points onthe road or over road debris. Repairs weren't done correctly. Your vehicle or exhaustsystem had been 1 modified improperly. I If you ever suspect exhaustis coming into your vehicle: Things that can burncould touch hot exhaust Drive it only with all thewindows down to parts under yourvehicle and ignite. Don't park blow out any CO; and over papers,leaves, dry grass or other things that Have your vehicle fixed immediately. can burn.

2-32 Running Your Engine While You’re Parked It’s better not topark with the engine running. But if you ever haveto, here are some thingsto know. It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fullyPARK in (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehiclecan roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you’ve left the Idling the engine withthe climate control system engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. off could allowdangerous exhaust into You or others could be injured. To be sure your your vehicle (seethe earlier Caution under vehicle won’t move, even when you’re fairlyon “Engine Exhaust”). level ground, always set yourparking brake and move the shift leverto PARK (P). Also, idlingin a closed-in placecan let deadly carbon monoxide (CO)into your vehicle evenif the fan switch isat the highest setting. One place Follow tliepmper steps to be sure yourvehcle won’t this canhappen is a garage. Exhaust -- with move. See “ShiftingInto PARK (P)” in the Index. CO -- can come in easily. NEVER park in a If you are parkingon a hill and if you’re pulling a garage with the engine running. trailer, also see “Towing a Trailer’’ in the Index. Another closed-in place can bea blizzard. (See “Blizzard” inthe Index.)

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~ I TiIt Wheel I An mow on the instrument panel will flashin the direction of the turn or lane change.

L To signal a lane change,just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash. Holdit there until you complete your lane change. Thelever will return by itself when you release it. As you signal a turn or a lane change,if the arrows don’t flash butjust stay on, a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won’t see your turn signal. If a bulb is burned out, replaceit to help avoid an accident. If the arrows don’tgo on at all when you signal a turn, check the fuse and checkfor burned-out bulbs. See “Fuses and Circuit Breakers”in the Index. Turn Signal Reminder If your turn signal is left onfor more than 3/4 of a mile, a chime will sound.To turn off the chime, move theturn signal leverto the off position. Headlamp HighlLow Beam Windshield Wipers To change the headlamps from low beam to high or high to low, pullthe turn signal lever toward you. Then releaseit. When the high beams are on, this light on the instrument panel will also be on.

Flash-To-Pass Featr? This feature lets you use your high-beam headlamps to signal a driverin front of you that you wantto pass. It works even if your headlampsare off. You control the windshield wipers by turning the band marked WIPER DELAY. To use it,,pull the turn signallever toward you a little, but not so far that you hear a click. For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to MIST. Hold it there until the wipersstart, then let go. The wipers will If your headlamps are off or on low beam, your stop after one cycle. If you want more cycles, hold the high-beam headlamps will turnon. They’ll stay onas band on MIST longer. long as you hold the lever toward you and the high beam indicator on the dash will comeon. Release the lever to You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay turn the high-beam headlampsoff. between wipes. This can be very usefulin light rain or snow. Turn the band to choose the delay time. The closer to LO, the shorter the delay. 2-37 In freezing weather, don’t use your washer until .the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision.

To get more fluidon the windshield, push and hold the paddle. Sprayingwill continue as long as the paddle is held. When you get to a low fluid condition,the LOW WASHER FLUID light will come on to remind you to WASHER get more washer fluid soon. FLUID LOW

2-38 Cruise Control With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 h/h)or more Cruise control can be dangerous where you without keeping yourfoot can’t drive safely at a steady speed. So, on the accelerator. This can don’t use your cruise controlon winding really help on long trips, roads orin heavy traffic. Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes in tire traction can causeneedless wheel spinning, and you could lose control. Don’t use cruise control on slippery roads. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 h/h). If your vehicle isin cruise control when the optional When you apply your brakes, the cruise control shuts off. traction control system begins limitto wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage.(See “Traction Control System”in the Index.) When road conditions allowyou to safely use it again, you mayturn the cruise control back on.

2-39 1. Move,the c&se control switch to ON.

3. Push in the SET button at the endof the lever anddweit. The CRUISE light on the instrument panelwill come on. 4. Take ymfoot off the accelerator pedal. Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Cantrol Move the cruise switch Reducing Speed WhileUsing Cruise Control from ON to R/A. Hold it There are two ways to reduce your speed while using there until you reach a cruise control: desired speed and then release the switch. 0 Push in the button at the end of the lever until you reach a desired lower speed then release it.

To increase your speedin very small amounts, move the switch toR/A for less than half a second and then release it. Each time you do this, your vehicle willgo about 1 mph (1.6 kmh) faster. The accelerate feature will only work after you have set To slow down in very small amounts, push the the cruise control speed by pushing the SET button. button for less than half a second. Each time you do this, you’ll go 1 mph (1.6 km/h) slower.

2-42 Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Ending Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When There are two ways toturn off the cruise control: you take yourfoot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow Step lightly on the brake pedal, or down tothe cruise control speed you set earlier. Move the cruise switch to OFF. The CRUISE light Using Cruise Control on Hills will also go out. How well yourcruise control will work on hills depends Erasing Speed Memory upon your speed, load andthe steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the When you turn off the cruise control or theignition, accelerator pedalto maintain your speed. Whengoing your cruise control set speed memory is erased. downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down.Of course, applying the brake takes you outof cruise control. Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don’t use cruisecontrol on steep hills.

2-43 Lamps SidemarkerLamps 0 Instrument Panel Lights

0 Interior Courtesy Lamps

Pull the knob toward you to the first setting toon turn the parking lamps and other operating lamps without the headlamps. Pull the knob toward you to the second setting to turn on the headlamps as well as the other Headlamps operating lamps. -g-This switchcontrols these systems: Rotate the knob from left to right to control brightness Headlamps of the instrument panel lights. Taillamps Lamps On Reminder

0 ParkingLamps If the headlamp switch isleft on, you’ll hear a warning chime when you turn the ignition off, remove the key 0 License Plate Lamps from the ignition and open the driver’s door.

2-44 Daytime Running Lamps When it’s dark enough outside, your high-beam headlamps will turnoff and your low-beam and parking Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can makeit easier for lamps will become active.The other lamps that come on others to see the front of your vehicle duringthe day. with’your headlamps will also come on. When it’s bright DRL can be helpfulin many different driving enough outside,the regular lamps will gooff, and your conditions, but they can be especially helpfulin the high-beam headlamps changeto the reduced brightness short periods after dawn and before sunset. of DRL. A light sensoron top of the instrument panel makesthe To idle your vehicle with the DRLoff, shift the DRL work, so be sure it isn’t covered. transaxle into PARK (P). The DRL will stayoff until The DRL systemwill make your high-beam headlamps you shift outof PARK (P). come on at reduced brightnessin daylight when: To turn off all exterior lamps at night when you are The ignition is on, in PARK (P), turn off the headlamps and move the twilight sentinel control, locatedon the lower areaof the The headlamp switch is off and headlamp switch,all the way toward AUTO MIN. When 0 The transaxle is not in PARK (P). released, the spring control will return the to twilight When DRL areon, only your high-beam headlamps will sentinel minimum delay position, andall exterior lamps be on. The parking lamps, taillamps, sidemarker and will turn off. other lamps won’t beon. Your instrument panel won’t As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular be lit up either. headlamp system when you needit.

2-45 If you move the controlall the way to AUTO MAX, your lamps will remain onfor three minutes afteryou turn off your engine.If you move the control toward AUTO MIN, the lamps will gooff quickly when you turn off your enwe. You can set this delay time for only a few secondsor up to three minutes. Light Sensor Your twilight sentinel and daytime running lamps work with the light sensor on topof the instrument panel. Don’t coverit up. If you do, it will read “dark” and the headlamps will come on.

Instrument‘anel Brightness By rotating the headlampknob you can make the instrument panel lights bright or dim. See “Headlamps” in the Index.

2-46 Time Oat Feature Parade Dimming The interior lamps will automatically shutoff after This feature prohibits the &mmingof your instrument 10 minutes if a door is left open. Thisfeature is panel displays during daylight while your headlamps are designed to helpeliminate battery wear down. on. Thisfeature operates with thebight sensor for the twilight sentinel andis fully automatic. When the light Courtesy Lamps sensor reads darknessoutside, you will be able dimto When any door is opened, several lamps go on.lney your instrument panel displays once again. make it easy for you to enter andleave the car. To turn Delayed Exit Lighting on these lamps without opening the door,rotate the headlamp knob. With this feature, the interior lampswill come on for 25 seconds after you remove the keyfrom the ignition. Delayed Entry Lighting This will give you time tofind the door pull handleor When you open the doorto enter your vehicle, the lock switches when you exit the vehicle. interior lampswill come on. When youclose the door Illuminated Entry with the ignitionoff, the interior lamps will stayon for 25 seconds oruntil the ignitionis turned to an on Press theUNLOCK button on the key chain transmitter position. Please note that locking the doors will override and the interior courtesy lamps will come on and stay on the delayed entry lightingfeature and the lamps willturn for up to a minute. The lamps willtmn off immediately off right away. when pressing theLOCK button on the key chain transmitter, starting the ignitionor activating the power Theater Dimming door locks. This feature allows for a three to five-second fadeout of the courtesy lamps insteadof immediate turnoff.

2-47 Perimeter Lighting To turn the feature on: This is a Personal Choice featureof your Riviera. 1. Press and hold the door lock switch throughout this procedure. All doors will lock. When the UNLOCK button on the key chain transmitter is pressed, the headlamps, parking lamps, back-up 2. Press the instant alarm button on the key chain lamps and cornering lamps will come on ifis it dark transmitter. Perimeter lighting remainsoff at this enough outside according to the twilight sentinel. time and the horn will chirp one time. This option can be programmed onoff or for each 3. Press the instant alarm button on the transmitter transmitter when the ignitionis off. again. Perimeter lightingis now enabled and the horn will chirp two times. To turn the featureoff 4. Release the door lock switch. The perimeter lighting 1. Press and hold the door lock switch throughout this option is now on. procedure. All doors will lock. 2. Press the instant alarm button on the transmitter. Perimeter lighting remains on at this time and the horn will chirp two times. 3. Press the instant alarm button on the key chain transmitter again. Perimeter lighting is disabled and the horn will chirp one time. 4. Release the door lock switch. The perimeter lighting option is now off. Front Reading Lamps Trunk Lamp When you open thetrunk to its full open position, a lamp will come oninside the trunk. This lampwill automatically turn off when the trunk is closed. Battery Rundown Protection This feature shuts off the courtesy, reading, trunk, glove box and visor vanity mirror lampsif any areleft on for more than 10 minutes when the ignitionis OFF.This will keep your batteryfrom running down. This feature also shutsoff the exterior lampsif they are left on for more than 10 minutes when the ignition is OFF. You may override thisfeature for the exterior lamps by turningthe lamps off and then backon after the ignition is turnedto OFF. If you do this,the exterior lamps will stayon until you manuallyturn them off. These lamps and theinterior courtesy lamps will come on when you open a door, andturn off when you turn If the feature is enabled for theinterior and exterior lamps, the ignition on.To turn on the reading lamps whenthe all lamps should turn off at approximatelythe same time. doors are closed, press the button behindthe lamp you want on. Pressit again to turn the lamp off.

2-49 Mirrors Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror When you are sitting in a comfortable driving position, adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind your vehicle. Grip the mirror in the center to moveit up or down and side to side.The day/night adjustment allows you to adjust the mirrorto avoid glare from the lights behind you. Pull thetab forward for daytime use; pushit back for night use.

Your Buick may have an automatic electrochromic day/night rearview mirror. This mirror automatically changesto reduce glare from headlamps behind you.A photocell on the backof the mirror senses whenit is becoming dark outside. Another photocell built into the mirror surface, senses when headlamps are behind you. Electrochromic Daymight Rearview Mirror with Compass (Option)

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Cleaning the Photocells Use a cotton swab and glass cleaner to clean the photocells when necessary. At night, when the glare is too high, the mirror will Cleaning the Photocells gradually darken to reduce glare (this change may take a Use a cotton swaband glass cleanerto clean the few seconds). The &or will return to its clear daytime photocells when necessary. state when the glareis reduced. Compass Calibration Setting the Mirror Once the compass is calibrated,it does not need to be OFF: This setting turnsoff the dayhight function and recalibrated as long as the mirror left is in your vehicle compass. The mirror will stayin the day mode. and the vehicle remains in the same geographical zone. M: This turns on the day/night portionof the mirror to To calibrate the compass: automatically reduce glare. 1. Set the switch on the mirror control to C/M. C/M: This setting turnson the compass in addition to 2. Turn the vehicle ignition switch on. If the letterC is the dayhight function. The letter or letters displayedin not displayed in the mirror compass window, hold the top right cornerof the mirror indicate the direction the switch (on the bottomof the mirror) for in which you are traveling. CAL more than 10 seconds. To hold in the CAL switch, Time Delay insert a paper clip into the small holethe on bottom of the mirror housing. The display will show a This feature prevents rapid changingof the mirror from number first, but keep holding untii the letter the night mode to the day mode as drive you under C appears. lights and through traffic. 3. For quick calibration, drivethe vehicle in a Reverse Gear Day Mode 360-degree circle at less than 5 mph (8 km/h)until the display reads a compass direction. The reverse mode is another important featureof the electrochromic mirror. When theshift lever is placedin For normal calibration, drive the vehicle on REVERSE @), the &or changes to the day mode. This your everyday routine, andthe compass will gives you a bright imagein the mirror as you back up. eventually calibrate. Compass Variance Variance is the difference between magnetic north and geographic north.In some areas, the difference between the two can be great enough to causefalse compass readings. If this happens, follow these instructions set to the variance for your particular location: 1. Find your locationon the -me map. Note your zone number. 2. Hold inthe CAL switch (onthe bottom of the mirror housing) for five seconds until the current zone entry number appears onthe display. To hold in the CAL switch, insert a paper clip into the small holeon the bottom of the mirror housing. 3. Repeatedly pressthe CAL switch untilthe number

for the new zone isentry displayed.\ Once the desired zone number is displayed, stop pressing the CAL switch and the display will show compass direction within a few seconds.

2-53 Power Remote Control Mirror Automatic Dimming Outside Rearview Mirror (Option) If you have thisoption, the driver’s side outside mirror will adjustfor the glareof headlamps behind you.This feature is controlled by the on and off settings on the automatic electrochromicdayhight rearview mirror. See “Automatic ElectrochromicDaymight Rearview Mirror” earlierin this section. Parallel Park Assist Mirror(Option) The passenger’s outside rearview mirror also includes a tilt-down feature that operates when the shift leverin is reverse. This feature assists the driver with improved rem obstacle detection. To enable this feature, movethe power remote mirror Your Buick has an electric mirror control located on the switch to the left (L) or center position. Move the switch driver’s door armrest. to the right(R) to turn this featureoff. Move the inner switch to the right(R) or left(L) to choose either the driver’s or passenger’s side mirror. Press any of the four arrow buttons to movethe mirror in the direction desired. Adjust each mirrorso you canjust see the side of your vehicle and the area behind your vehicle. Whenthe inner switch is in the center position, the mirrors cannot be adjusted. 2-54 I

2. Remove the square height adaptersfrom the cover. Refer tothe chart to determine the number and location of the height adaptersfor your garage door opener. If your unit does not appear on the chart, you will have to try different adapter number and location combinations.

2-56 Your Garage Door Transmitter I Vehicle Console Door YourGarage Door Transmitter I VehicleConsole Door I I

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4. Use the Velcro@ foundin the storage area and attach the garage door opener securely inside the console. Line up the transmitter button with the height adapters. 5. Close the cover and testthe GARAGE button. If your garage door opener doesn’t work afterit is installed, try another combination. i 2-58

Compact Disc Storage

I Your vehicle has a convenience net. You'll seeit just The area between the ashtray and cupholderis additional inside the back wallof the tru_nk. storage spacefor your compact discs. Push on the raised portion of the slot, and your compact discwill extend from the storage space. Push the dropped door backin to store your compact disc. Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Sun Visors Front Ashtray To block out glare, you can swing down the visors.You The front ashtray is behind a panehbove the compact can aha remove themfrom the center mount and swing disc storage area. Presson the panel door to revealthe them tothe side, whilethe auxiliary visor remains to ashtray and cigarette lighter. block out glare from the front. The front center ashtray may be lifted outfor cleaning. Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror Press the tabs on eachside of the ashtray and pull up to remove. It snaps backinto place. Rear Ashtray To remove the rear ashtray for cleaning, openthe lid and ease the ashtray upward untilthe edge can be grasped to pull the ashtray up and out. Cigarette Lighter To use the cigarette lighter, pushit all the way in and let it go. Whenit is hot, it will pop backby itself. NOTICE:

If you hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating, it won’t be able to back away This mirror is on the largerof the passenger’s sun visors. It may also be onthe larger of the driver’s sun visors. from the heating element when it’s ready. This When you openit, the lamps turn on. The brightness can make it overheat, damaging the lighter and of the lamps can be adjustedby sliding the switch up the heating element. or down. 2-61 Astroroof (Option) m a1 Xary power receptacle is locatea on the lower If your vehiclehas the right sldeof the console. Whenthe ignition is on, you astroroof option, the switch can plug in accessories requiring electrical power. is on the roof between the If your Riviera hasno console, the auxiliary power sun visors.It will open the receptacle is opposite the cigarette lighterin the ashtray area. astroroof whenthe ignition is on, or when retained Garment Hooks accessory power is active. Rear garment hooks are availablefor your convenience. Garment hooks are not designedto support clothing bars. Use assist strapsfor this if possible.

~ RearLicense Plate Holder To fully open the glass panel and sunshade, press the To use it, open trunkthe lid and slide your license plate intoswitch rearward and release.To stop the panel ina the slot. Always closethe trunk to prevent theftof the plate. partially open position, pressthe switch again at the desired point. To continue to open fully, press the Cellular Telephone (Option) switch rearward again and release. The sunshade can be opened manually. If your vehicle is equipped with the cellular telephone readiness package, your Riviera has been pre-wiredfor To close the glass panel, press and hold the switch installation of a cellular telephone. If you choose to forward. The sunshade must be manually closed. install a cellular telephone, contact your Buick dealer. Once the astroroof is closed,it can be opened to a vent position. Press the switch forward to vent.To close, Assist Handles press the switch rearward. An assist handle above each door can be used to help you getin or outof your vehicle. Universal Transmitter (Option) (2) This device must acceptany interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This device complies withRSS-210 of Industry and Science Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2)this devicemust accept any interference, including interference thay may cause undesired operation of the device. Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. Programming the Transmitter Do not use the universal transmitter with any garage door opener that does not have the “stop and reverse” This transmitter allows you to consolidate the functions safety feature. This includes any garage door opener of up to three individual hand-held transmitters.It will model manufactured before April1, 1982. operate garage doors and gates, or other devices Be sure that people and objects are clearof the garage controlled by radio frequency such as home/office door you are programming. lighting systems. The transmitter will learn and transmitthe frequencies Your vehicle’s engine should be turned off while of most current transmitters andis powered by your programming your transmitter. Follow these steps to vehicle’s battery and charging system. program up to three channels: This device complies withPart 15 of the FCC Rules. 1. If you have not previously programmed a universal Operation is subject to the following two conditions: transmitter channel, proceed toStep 2. Otherwise, (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and hold down the two outside buttons onthe universal transmitter until the red light begins to flash rapidly compatible with alimited number of older installations (approximately 20 seconds). Then releasethe due to legislated changes in transmission frequencies.If buttons. This procedure initializes the memory and you cannot program the transmitter after repeated erases any previous settingsfor all three channels. attempts, consult your Buick dealer. 2. Hold the end of your hand-held transmitter against Be sure to keep your original hand-held transmitter the bottom surfaceof the universal transmitterso in case you needto erase and reprogram the that you canstill see the redlight. universal transmitter. 3. Decide which oneof the three channels you want to Note to Canadian Owners:During programming, your program. Using both hands, press the hand-held hand-held transmitter may stop transmitting after one or transmitter button and the desired buttonthe on two seconds.If you are programming fromone of these universal transmitter. Continue to hold both buttons transmitters, you should press and repressthe button on through Step 4. the hand-held transmitter every two seconds without ever releasingthe button on the universal transmitter. 4. Hold down both buttons until you see the red light on the universal transmitter flash slowly then rapidly. Release both buttons three seconds after the red light on The rapid flashing, which could take up90 to the universal transmitter begins to flash rapidly. seconds, indicates thatthe universal transmitter has Operating the Trcc ~ ~ litter been programmed. Release both buttons three seconds afterthe light starts toflash rapidly. Press and holdthe appropriate button on the universal transmitter. The red light comeson while the signalis If you have trouble programming the universal being transmitted. transmitter, make sure that you have followed the directions exactly as described and that the batteries in Note that the effective transmissionI-- --geof the the hand-held transmitter are not dead. If you still cannot universal transmitter may differ from your hand-held program it, rotate your hand-held transmitter end over transmitter and alsofrom one channel to another. end and try again. The universal transmitter may not be

2-64 ’Ikaining a Garage Door Opener Equipped 4. Press the trakting button onthe garage door opener with “Rolling Codes” receiver for one to two seconds. If you programmed the universal transmitter, but the 5. Return to your vehicle and press the programmea garage door will not open, and if your garage door button on the universal transmitter until the red light opener was manufactured after1995, your garage door flashes rapidly (about two seconds). may have a securityfeature that changesthe “code” 6. Release the button, then pressit again to confirm it of your garage door openerevery time it is opened was programmed tothe garage door opener receiver. or closed. You may now useeither the universal transmitteror the To determine if your garage door opener has this rolling hand-held transmitter to open your garage door.If you code feature, press the appropriate button onthe still have difficultyin programming and require universal transmitter that was programmed.If the red assistance, please call your Buick dealer. light flashes rapidlyfor one to two seconds, then turns solid, your garage door opener has thisfeature. Erasing Channels To program a garage door opener withthe rolling code To erase all three programmed channels, hold down the feature, do the following: two outside buttons untilthe red light begins to flash. Individual channelscannot be erased, but canbe 1. Program your hand-held transmitter tothe universal reprogrammed using the procedure for programming transmitter by followingthe steps provided under the transmitter explained earlier. “Programming the Transmitter” earlier. 2. Remove the cover panelfrom the garage door Accessories opener receiver.It islocated nearthe garage door Accessories for your universal transmitter are available opener motor. from the manufacturer of the unit.If you would like 3. Locate the training button onthe garage door opener additional infomation, please call 1-800-355-3515. receiver. The exact location and color will vary among brands.

2-65 The Instrument Panel

2-66 Your instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your car is running. You’ll fast know you’re how going, how much fuel you’re using, and many other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically. The main componentsof your instrument panel are: 1. Warning Lights 13. Steering Wheel Touch Controlsfor Audio System 2. Tachometer 14. Tilt Steering WheelLever 3. Fuel Gage 15. Horn 4. Engine Temperature Gage 16. Driver’s Side Air Bag 5. Speedometer 17. Steering Wheel Touch Controlsfor Audiolclimate 6. Warning Lights Control System .. 7. Climate Controls 18. Traction Control/Trip Reset Button 8. Audio System 19. Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter 9. Passenger’s Side Air Bag 20. Dual Cupholder 10. Headlamp/Instrument Panel Intensity 21. Compact Disc Storage Compartment ControVTwilight Sentinel 22. Gearshift Lever 11. Hood Release 23. Air Outlets 12. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever 24. Glove Box

2-67 4 Instrument Panel Cluster

Your Buick is equipped withthis instrument panel cluster.It includes indicator warninglights and gages that are- explained on the folkowing pages.

2-68 Speedometer and Odometer Tachometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles The tachometer tells you per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour(km/h). Your 34 how fast the engine is odometer showshow far your vehicle has been driven, 2 \\,,\\\\\ I' ' I I/ I//, 44 running. It displays engine in either miles (used inthe United States) or kilometers speed in revolutions per (used in Canada). $' '% 5 # I$- 3c minute (rpm).

Trip Odometer c A trip odometer can tell youhow many miles you have driven since youlast reset it back to zero. 7 To reset the trip odometer, push the TRIP RESET button. I NOTICE: Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the red area, or engine damage may occur.

2-69 m 1g ights, Gages and Indicators When one of the warning lightscomes on and stays on when you arednving, or when oneof the gages shows This part describesthe warning lights and gages that there may bea problem, check the section that tells you may be on your vehicle.The pictures will help you what to do about it. Please follow this manual’s advice. locate them. Waiting to do repairs canbe costly -- and even Warning lights and gagescan signal that something is dangerous. So please get to know your warning lights wrong beforeit becomes serious enough to cause an and gages. They’re a big help. expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or Safety Belt Reminder Light others from injury. When the keyis turned to RUN or START, a chime will Warning lights comeon when there maybe or is a come on for about eight seconds to remind people to problem with oneof your vehicle’s functions. As you fasten their safety belts. will see in the details on the nextfew pages, some The safety belt light will warning lights come on briefly when you startthe also come on and stay on engine just to let you know they’re working.If you are for about 70 seconds. If the familiar with this section, you should not be alarmed driver’s beltis already when this happens. buckled, neither the chime Gages can indicate when there may be is or a problem nor the light will come on. with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there’s a problem withyour vehicle.

2-70 When you^ the key to RUN,this light willcornc3 on briefly, to Show that your generator and battery charging system are working. Brake system Warning Light Your Buick’s hydraulic brake systemis divided into two parts. If one part isn’t working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need Your brake system may not be working properly both parts working well. if the brake system warning lightis on. Driving If the warning light comeson, there could be a brake with the brake system warning light on can lead problem. Have your brake system inspected right away. to an accident, If the light is still on after you’ve * pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have Tlus light should come on the vehicle towed for service. when you turn the key to STmT. If it doesn’t come on then, haveit fixed so it When the ignitionis on, the brake system warning light will be ready to warn you if will also come on when you set your parking brake.The there’s a problem. light will stay onif your parking brake doesn’t release fully. If you try to driveoff with the parking brake set, a chimewill also come on until you release the parking brake. If the light and chime stay on after your parking brake is fully released,it means you have a brake problem. If the light and chime come on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully.You may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or,the pedal may go closer to the floor. It may take longer to stop.If the light is still on, have the vehicle towedfor service. (See “Towing Your Vehicle” inthe Index.)

2-72 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light Traction Control System Warning Light With the anti-lock brake (Option) system, this light will come This warning light should on when you start your come on briefly as youstart engine and may stay the engine.If the warning on for several seconds. light doesh’t comeon then, That’s normal. I TRACTION I have it fixed so it will ANTI - LOCK be ready to warn youif OFF there’s a problem.

If the light stays on, turn the ignition OFF’.to Or, if the light comes on when you’re driving, stopas soon as possible and turn the ignitionoff. Then start the engine If it stays on, or comeson when you’re driving, there again to resetthe system. If the light still stays on, or may be a problem with your traction control system and comes on again while you’re driving, your Buick needs your vehicle may need service. When this warning light service. If the regular brake system warning light isn’t is on, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your on, you still have brakes, but you don’t have anti-lock driving accordingly. brakes. If the regular brake system warning lightis also on, you don’t have anti-lock brakes and there’s a problem with your regular brakes.See “Brake System Warning Light” earlierin this section. The anti-lock brake system warninglight should come on briefly when youturn the ignition key toRUN. If the light doesn’t come on then, haveit fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. 2-73 The traction control system warning light may come on Engine Coolant Temperature for the following reasons: Warning Light 0 If you turn the system off by pressing the TRAC L CONT button located on the instrument panel, the This light tells you that your warning light will come on and stay on.To turn the engine coolant has system back on, pressthe button again. The warning overheated or your radiator light should go off. (See “Traction Control System” cooling fan is not working. in the Index for more information.) If you have been operating W your vehicle under normal 0 If there’s a brake system problem thatis specifically driving conditions, you related to traction control, the traction control system TEMP should pulloff the road, will turn off and the warning light will come on.If stop your vehicle andturn your brakes begin to overheat, the traction control the engine off as soon system will turnoff and the warning light will come as possible. on until your brakes cool down. The section “Problems on the Road” in this manual 0 If the traction control system is affected by an explains what todo. See “Engine Overheating” in engine-related problem, the system willturn off and the Index. the warning light will come on. If the traction control system warning light comes on and stayson for an extended period of time when the system is turned on, your vehicle needs service.

2-74 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Low Coolant Warning Light Your vehicle has a gage that When this light comes on, shows the engine coolant the cooling system is low on temperature. If the gage coolant. As a bulb check,it pointer moves intothe red will come onfor two to area, yourengine is too hot! LOW four seconds and then go off when the ignition 100 280 COOIANT is in RUN. If the light doesn’t come on, have TEMP the vehicle serviced.

This reading means the same thing asthe warning light. If the coolant level is low, the light will come backon It means that your engine coolant has overheated.If you and a warning chime will sound.If this happens, see have been operating your vehicle under normal driving “Engine Coolant”in the Index for proper cooling conditions, you should pulloff the road, stop your system fill. vehicle and turnoff the engine as soon as possible. After the coolant levelis returned toits proper level, the The section “Problems onthe Road” in this manual LOW COOLANT light will gooff after 20 seconds or explains what to do.See “Engine Overheating” in remain off during the next ignition cycle. the Index.

2-75 Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light) NOTICE:

Your Buick is equipped If you keep driving your vehicle with this light with a computer which on, after a while, your emission controls may not monitors operationof the work as well, your fuel economy may not be as fuel, ignition and emission control systems. good and your engine may not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that may not be ENGINE SOON covered by your warranty.

This light should come on, as a check to showyou it is working, when the ignitionis on and the engineis not running. If the light doesn’t come on, haveit repaired. This system is called OBD II (On-Board This light will also come on during a malfunction in one Diagnostics-Second Generation) md is intended to assure of two ways: that emissions are at acceptable levels for the of life the Light Flashing -- A misfire condition has been vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment. (In detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and Canada, OBD II is replaced by Enhanced Diagnostics.) may damage the emission control system on your The SERVICE ENGINE SOON lighkomes on to vehicle. Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis indicate that there is a problem and serviceis required. and service is required. Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent.This may prevent more serious Light On Steady -- An emission control system damage to your vehicle.This system is also designed malfunction has been detected on your vehicle. to assist your servicetechcian in correctly diagnosing Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and any malfunction. service may be required.

2-76 If the LightIs Flashing Are you low onfuel? The following may prevent more serious damage to As your engine starts to runout of fuel, your engine may your vehicle: not run as efficiently as designed since small amountsof 0 Reducing vehicle speed. air are sucked intothe fuel line causing a misfire. The Avoiding hard accelerations. system can detect this. Addingfuel should correct this condition. Make sure toinstall the fuel cap properly. It Avoiding steep uphill grades. will take afew driving tripsto turn the light off. If you are towing a trailer, reduce the amountof cargo being hauledas soon asit is possible. Have you recently changed brandsof fuel? If the light stops flashing and remains on steady,see “If If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel (see the Light Is On Steady”following. “Fuel” in the Index). Poorfuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed.You may If the light continues toflash, when it is safe to do so, notice this as stalling after start-up, stalling when you put stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park your vehicle. the vehicle into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration Turn the key off, wait at least10 seconds and restart the or stumbling on acceleration. (These conditions may engine. If the light remains on steady,see “If the Light go away once the engine is warmed up.) This will be Is On Steady” following.If the light is still flashing, detected by the system and cause the light to turn on. follow the previous steps, and drivethe vehicle to your dealer or qualified service centerfor service. If you experience one or more of these conditions, change the fuel brand you use. It will require at least one If the LightIs On Steady full tank of the properfuel to turn thelight off. You may be able to correct the emission system If none of the above steps have madethe light turn off, malfunction by considering the following: have your dealeror qualified service center check the Did youjust drive through a deep puddleof water? vehicle. Your dealer has the proper test equipment and If so, your electrical system may be wet.The condition diagnostic tools tofix any mechanical or electrical will usually be corrected when the electrical system problems that may have developed. dries out. A few driving trips should turn the lightoff. 2-77 Oil Pressure Light This light tells youif there could be a problem with your engineoil pressure. Don’t keep drivingif the oil pressureis low. If you do, your engine canbecome so hot that it catches fire.You or otherscould be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle.serviced.

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When this light comes on and stays on, it means oil isn’t NOTICE: going through your engine properly.You could be low on oil, or you might have some otheroil problem. Damage to your engine fromneglected oil problems can becostly and is not coveredby your warranty.

2-78 Check Oil Level Light Door Ajar Light The CHECK OIL LEVEL When the ignition 1s on, this light is lit for two to four light will stay on until both seconds as a bulb check doors are closed and each thethe ignition keyis completely latched. CHECK OIL turned toRUN. If the light doesn’t come on, have your DOOR AJAR LEVEL vehicle serviced.

If the engine oil is more than one quart (0.95 L) low, this light will turn on for about one minute and then will remain off until thenext time youstart the vehicle only if the vehicle has been shutoff for at leasteight minutes. If the CHECK OIL LEVEL light comes back on, the engine oil should be checked atthe dipstick then brought up tothe proper level if necessary.See “Engine Oil” in the Index. ~

Fuel Gage It takes more (or less) gas tofill up than the gage indicated. For example,the gage may have indicated The fuel gage shows half €ull, but it took more (or less) than half of the about how muchfuel is in tank’s capacity tofill it. your tank. The gage moves a little when you turn a corner, speed up or stop your vehicle. When you turn the engine off, the gage doesn’t go all the way back to Empty(E). W FUEL Low Fuel Light A yellow light near the Empty (E) mark on thefuel It works only when the ignitionis on. When the gage comes on when your indicator nears Empty(E) you still have alittle fuel left. vehicle is low on fuel. You You need to get morefuel right away. should get more fuel as Here are some concerns some owners have had about soon as you can. the fuel gage. All these situations are normal and indicate nothing wrong withthe fuel gage. FUEL 0 At the gas station, the gas pump shutsoff before the gage reads Full (F).

2-80 Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems

In this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your Buick. Be sureto read aboutthe particular systems supplied with your vehicle.

3-2 Comfort Controls 3-10 AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and 3-2 Dual Automatic ComforTemp Compact Disc Player and Automatic Climate Control Tone Control 3-5 Air Conditioning 3- 15 Theft-Deterrent Feature 3-5 Heating 3-18 Steering Wheel Controls 3-6 Ventilation System 3-19 Understanding Radio Reception 3-7 Defogging and Defrosting 3-19 Tips About Your Audio System 3-8 Rear Window Defogger 3-20 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player 3-9 Steering Wheel Controlsfor Climate Control 3-20 Care of Your CompactDiscs 3-9 Passenger Zone Comfort Control 3-21 Power Antenna Mast Care 3-10 Setting the Clock

3-1 1 Comfort Cuntrsls This section describes howto operate your climate control system. Your climate control system uses ozone-friendly R- 134a refrigerant. I DualAutomatic ComforTemp Climate Control Your vehicle has the Dual Automatic ComforTemp 1 youhow it works.

~ You will hear a beep each time a button is pushed and a If the display is flashing after the climate control system small light on the button will indicate which buttons areis started, thereis a problem withthe system and you active. The lights are on all buttons exceptTEMP, FAN should see your dealerfor service. and AIR FLOW. The display will show fan speed, Sun and temperature sensors automatically adjust the comfort level setting and airflow directionfor a few air temperature, the airflow direction and the fan speed to seconds whenever AUTOis selected, and then itwill maintain your comfort setting.The system may supply display the outside temperature. The outside temperature reading is most accurate when the vehicle is moving. cooler air to the side toward the sun. Be careful not to put anything over the sensors on topof the dash. During stops, the display shows the previous temperature for best accuracy and system control.

i 3-2 Automatic Operation

Mode Controls

the AUTO setting and change the fan speed. 1 Manual Operation vehicle at the previously chosen comfort setting.The You may also manually adjust the air delivery or outside temperaturewill show on the display when the fan speed. system is set to OFF. AIR FLOW: This button is used to change the direction The ventilation system always allows freshair to flow of the airflow. The airflow choices available are FLOOR, through your Buick when the vehicleis moving even with the systemin the OFF mode. FLOOR-MID, MID and WINDSHIELD-FLOOR. If the system is set for AUTO, pressing theAIR FLOW button VENT The VENT button allows outside air to flow will display the current airflow direction and the comfort through your Buick without the air conditioning setting. Press the AIR FLOW up or down button again tocompressor working. Selecting VENT and the AUTO change the directionof the airflow. button at the same time allows the system to control If the AIR FLOW up button is selected while in the automatically without the useof the air conditioning FRONT defrost mode, the system will direct the air compressor or the useof the RECIRC mode. To turn toward the WINDSHIELD-FLOOR.If the AIR FLOW off the VENT selection, pushthe VENT button again. down buttonis selected while in the FRONT defrost RECIRC: When RECIRCis selected, the system will mode, the system will direct the air toward the FLOOR, limit the amountof outside air entering your vehicle. and the FRONT defrost mode will cancel. Notice the This is helpful when youare trying to cool the interior arrows in the display. of the vehicle quickly or limit the amountof outside air OFF: If the passenger’s comfort controlis turned-6fi, entering your vehicle for some other reason. RECIRC and AUTO may be selected at the same time. The it can be turned off by pressing theOFF button once. RECIRC Pressing theOFF button a second time will turn off the system will remainin until the ignitionis main system. Turningoff the main system causes the fan turned off, then the system will return back to the to turn off and the airflow to be directed to the FLOOR. previously selected mode. RECIRC can be selected The system will still try to keep the interior of the in all manual airflow modes except ERONT defrost. RECIRC cannotbe selected with the VENT button. j 3-4 Operating RECIRC in cold temperature or under high Air Conditioning humidity conditions may cause moisture to formthe on inside of the windshield. If this condition occurs, On very hot days, open the windows 1ong.enough to let deselect the RECIRC button. the hot air out. This reduces the time requiredto cool the interior of the vehicle to a comfortable level.If the FRONT This selection is used to defrost the system is in the AUTO mode on very hot days,.the windshield by directing the airflow toward the windshield. system will automatically enter the RECIRC mode and If FRONT is selected while inthe AUTO mode, the the temperature doorwill be positioned atthe full cold fan speed and the air temperature from thefront position for maximum cooling. If the systemis not in defroster will vary.If a manualfan speed settingis the AUTO mode, RECIRC should be selectedto provide selected, the fan speed will remain at that selection until maximum cooling. You can choose the extreme comfort another fan speed selectionis made or the AUTO mode setting of 60°F (16"C), but the system will not cool is selected.To turn off FRONT, pressthe AUTO or any faster by choosingthe extreme comfort setting. AIR FLOW button. Heating FRONT defrost will work betterif any ice or snow is On cold days, ifthe AUTO mode is selected, the system cleared from the hood and the air inlet area between the will automatically directthe air toward the floor andthe base of the windshield and the hood. temperature door willbe positioned at thefull hot position. You can choose the extreme comfort settingof 90°F (32°C) but the system will not warm up any faster by selecting theextreme comfort setting.If the outside temperature is cold, thefan will be delayed to avoid blowing cold air. Pushingthe FAN, AIR FLOW or FRONT buttonswill override this delay, turn off the AUTO mode and changethe fan speed.

3-5 Ventilation System When the vehicle is moving, freshair flows through the air outlets. When the vehicleis not moving, you can get fresh air by selecting any airflow choice (except therear window defogger) and any fan speed. Ventilation Tips Defogging and Defrosting 0 Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow or Use the FRONT button to quickly remove fog, frost or ice any other obstruction such as leaves.The heater and from the windshieldin extremely humid or cold conditions, defroster will work better, reducingthe chance of fogging your windows. Select theFRONT button to defrost the windshield. By choosing this button,the airflow will be directedat Keep the air path under thefront seats clear of the windshield. Adjust your comfortlevel by pressing objects. This helps air to circulate throughout the TEMP up or down arrow.The fan speed will be your vehicle. controlled by the system.You can changethe fan speed When the engine idles for a long time, the exterior by pressing the top of the FAN button to increase speed, temperature sensor retainsthe temperature setting and the bottom of the button to decrease speed. that was present whenthe vehicle waslast moving. The system will try to maintainthe set temperature inside your vehicle.

3-7 I NOTICE:

~~ Scraping the insideof your rear window could cut and damage the heater.Your warranty would not cover this damage. Don't put decals there because you might have to scrape themoff.

At speeds above30 mph (48 lun/h), the rear defogger will stay on until you press theREAR defogger button again. At speeds below30 mph (48 km/h), the rear window defogger will turn off automatically after about 10 minutes of use. If you press it again, the defogger will operate for aboutfive minutes only. You can also turn the defoggeroff by turning off the ignition.

3-8 Steering Wh.eeI Controls for Climate Passenger Zone Comfort Control Control (Qptian) Adjust the temperature usingthe COMPORT AM-FM Stereo with CassetteTape and CONTROL knob. Turn the control toward COOLER or Compact Disc Player and Automatic WARMER. This control can be set up5°F to (-15°C) cooler or warmer thanthe primary setting. Notice the Tone Control lighted display above the control which indicates the difference from the main temperature setting. Push theOFF button on the main control panel once to turn off this partof the system. Audio Systems Your Delco' audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure.You will get the most enjoyment outof it if you acquaint yourself with it first. Find out what your Delco systemcan do and how to operate allits controls, to be sure you're getting the most outof the advanced engineering that went into it. Setting the Clock Press and holdHRS until the correct hour appears. Press Playing the Radio and hold MIN until the correct minute appears. VOLUME: Press this knob to turn the system onand off. To increase volume, turn the knob clockwise. Turn You may set the clock with the ignitionoff if you it counterclockwise to decrease volume. press RECALL first and follow the same procedure described above.

3-10 RECALL: Press this button briefly to recall the station 1. Turn the radio on. being played or to displaythe clock. To change what is 2. Press AM-FM to select the band. normally shown on the display (station or time), press the RECALL button until yousee the display you want, 3. Tune in the desired station. then hold theRECALL button untilthe display flashes. 4. Press TONE to select the setting you prefer. If you press the button when the ignition is off, the clock will show for a few seconds. 5. Press and holdone of the six numbered buttons. The sound will mute. Whenit returns, release the button. Finding a Station Whenever you press that numbered button, the station you set will return and the tone you selected AM-FM: Press this buttonto switch between AM, will be automatically selectedfor that button. FM1and FM2.The display shows your selection. 6. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton. TUNE: Press the up or down arrow to choose radio stations. P SCAN: Press this button to listen to eachof your preset stationsfor a few seconds.The radio will go to SEEK: Press the up or down arrow to go to the next the fist preset station, stop for a few seconds, then go higher or lower station and stay there.The sound will on to the next preset station. PressSCAN P again to mute while seeking. stop scanning.If a preset station has weak reception, the SCAN: Press one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds radio will not stopat the preset station. and SCAN will appearon the display. UseSCAN to AUTO SET Press this button and the system will seek listen to stationsfor a few seconds. The radio willgo to a station, stopfor a few seconds, then goon to the next and set the 12 strongest FM or the 6 strongest AM stations on your preset buttons. AUTOSET will flash station. Pressone of the SEEK arrows again to stop while seeking and will remainon until this function is scanning. The sound will mute while scanning. complete. To return to the stations you manually set, PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let press AUTO SET again. you return to your favorite stations.You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2). Just:

3-11 Setting theTone FADE: Press this knob lightlyso it extends. Turn the knob to move the sound to thefront or rear speakers. BASS: Press this knob lightlyso it extends. Turn the knob to increase or decrease bass. The middle position balancesthe sound between the speakers. TREB: Press this knob lightlyso it extends. Turn the knob to increase or decrease treble.If a station is weak Push these knobs back into their stored positions when or noisy, you may want to decrease the treble. you're not using them. Bush these knobs backinto their stored positions when Playing a CassetteTape you're not using them. The longer side with the tape visible should face to the TONE: This feature allows you to choose preset bass right. If the ignition and the radio areon, the tape can be "andtreble equalization settings designedfor classical, inserted and will begin playing.If you hear nothing or pop, rock,jazz, talk and country/western stations. hear a garbled soundthe tape may not be in squarely. CLASS will appearon the display when youfirst press Press EJECT to remove the tape and start over. TONE. Each time you pressit, another setting will While the tapeis playing, use the VOLUME, FADE, appear on the display. Pressit again after C & W BAL, BASS and TREB controlsjust as you do for the appears and MANUAL will appear. Tone control will radio. Other controls may have different functions when return to the BASS and TREB knobs. Also, if you use a tape is inserted. The display will showan arrow to the BASS and TREB knobs, control will return to them show which sideof the tape is playing. and MANUAL will appear. If you want to insert a tape whenthe ignition or radio is Adjusting the Speakers off, first press EJECT orRECALL. BAL: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob Your tape bias is set automatically. to move the sound to the left or right speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers.

3-12 If E and a number appear on the radio display,tape the The SEEK down and up arrows will also find the won’t play because of an error. previous and next selections on the tape. E10: The tape is tight and the player can’t turn the 44 (3): Press this buttonto reverse the tape rapidly. tape hubs. Removethe tape. Hold the tape with the Press it again to returnto playing speed. The radio will open end down andtry to turn the right hub play while the tape reverses. counterclockwise witha pencil. Turn the tape over (4): Press this button to advance quickly to another and repeat.If the hubs do notturn easily, your tape part.. of the tape. Press the button again to returnto playing may be damaged and should not be usedthe in speed. The radio will play while the tape advances. player. Try a new tape to make sure your player is working properly. SIDE (5): Press this button tochange,the side of the tape that is playing. Ell: The tape is broken. Try a new tape. RAND (6): Press this button to reduce background If any error occurs repeatedlyor if an error can’t be noise when playing a cassette tape.The double-D corrected, please contact your dealer.If your radio symbol will appear in the display. displays an error number, writeit down and provideit to your dealer when reportingthe problem. SOURCE: Press this button to change to the tape or disc function whenthe radio is on.If both a tape and a PREV (1):Press this button to searchfor the previous disc are installed,the system will first go to tape play; selection on the tape.Your tape must have at least three TAPE SIDE and an arrow will appearon the display. If seconds of silence between each selectionfor PREV to SOURCE is pressed again, the system will go to disc work. The sound will mute while seeking. play; CD PLAY will appearon the display. NEXT Press this buttonto search for the next (2): EJECT The system has two EJECT buttons. Press selection onthe tape. Your tape must haveat least three the button near the CDslot to remove a disc. Press the seconds of silence between each selectionfor NEXT to button near the tape slot to remove a tape and the radio work. The sound will mute while seeking. will play. If youleave a cassette tape in the player while listening to the radio,it may become warm.

~ 3-13 CLN: If this message appears onthe display, the If you’re driving on a very rough roador if it’s very hot, cassette tape player needs beto cleaned. It will still play the disc may not play andan error code may appearon tapes, but you should cleanit as soon as possible to the display. When things get back to normal, the disc prevent darnage tothe tapes and player. See “Careof should play.If the disc comes.out, it could be that: Your Cassette Tape Player”in the Index. After you clean E20: The disc is upside down. the player, press and hold EJECTfor five seconds to reset the CLN indicator.The radio will display--- to 0 E20: It is dirty, scratched or wet. show the indicator was reset. 0 E20: There’s too much moisture in the air. Your cassette tape player automatically reduces (Wait about an hour andtry again.) background noise from tapes encoded with Dolby NR. If any error occurs repeatedly orif an error can’t be You may turn Dolby off by pressing the number corrected, please contact your dealer.If your radio six preset. displays an error number, writeit down and provideit to Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license your dealer when reporting the problem. from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby PREV (1): Press this button togo to the start of the and the double-D symbol are trademarksof Dolby current track,if more than eight seconds have played. Laboratories Licensing Corporation. If you hold the button or pressit more than once, the player will continue moving back through the disc. The Playing a Compact Disc sound will mute while seeking. Insert a disc partway into theslot, label side up. The NEXT (2): Press this button to go to the next track. player will pull it in. The disc should begin playing. If you hold the button or pressit more than once, the If you want toinsert a CD while the ignition or the radio player will continue moving forward through the disc. is off, first press EJECT or RECALL. The sound will mute while seeking. The SEEK down and up arrows will also find the previous and next selections on the disc.

3-14 i Activatingthe Theft-Deterrent Feature 8. Press AM-FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the secret codeyou have written down. The instructions which follow, explain how to enter your The display will showREP to let youknow that you secret code to activate the THEFTLOCK system. It is need to repeat Steps through 7 to confirm your recommended that you read throughall nine steps 5 secret code. before starting the procedure. 9. Press AM-FM and this timethe display will show NOTE: If you allow more than15 seconds to elapse SEC to letyou know that your radio is secure. between any steps,the radio automatically reverts to time and you must startthe procedure over atStep 4. Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a 1. Write down any three or four-digit number from Power Loss 000 to 1999 and keepit in a safe place separatefrom Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than the vehicle. 15 seconds between steps: 2. Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN. 1. LOC appears when the ignition is on. 3. Turn the radio off. 2. Press MIN and000 will appear on the display. 4. Press the 1 and 4 buttons together. Hold them down 3. Press MIN again to make the last two digits agree until --- shows on the display. Next you will usethe with your code. secret code number which you have written down. 4. Press HRS to make the first one or two digits agree 5. Press MIN and 000 will appear on the display. with your code. 6. Press MIN again to make the last two digits agree 5. Press AM-FM after you have confirmed that the with your code. code matches the secret code you have written down. 7. Press HRS to make thefirst one or two digits agree The display will show SEC, indicatingthe radio is with your code. now operable and secure. If you enter the wrong code eight times,INOP will 5. Press MIN again to make the last two digits agree appear onthe display. You will have to wait an hour with your code. with the ignition on before youcan try again. When 6. Press HRS to make the first one or two digits agree you try again, you will only have three more chances with your code. (eight tries per chance) enterto the correct code before INOP appears. 7. Press AM-FM after you have confirmed thatthe code matches the secret code you have written down. If you lose or forget your code, contact your dealer. The display will show---, indicating that the radiois Disabling the Theft-Deterrent Feature no longer secured. Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than If the code enteredis incorrect, SECwill appear on the 15 seconds between steps: display. The radio will remain secured until the correct code is entered. 1. Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN. When battery poweris removed and later applied to a 2. Turn the radio off. secured radio, the radio won’t turn on and LOC will 3. Press the 1 and 4 buttons together. Hold them down appear on the display. until SEC shows onthe display. To unlock a secured radiosee “Unlocking the 4. Press MIN and 000 will appear on the display. Theft-Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss” earlierin this section.

3-17 Steering Wheel Controls (Option) SEEK: Press the SEEK down arrow togo to a lower If your vehicle has this feature, you can control certain frequency station and the radio and comfort control functionsusing the buttons on SEEK up arrow togo to a your steering wheel. higher frequency station. VOL: Press the up or down arrow to increase or

If you press and holdthe SEEK button for two seconds, SCAN will appear on the display.It will go to a station, stop for a few seconds andgo on to the next station. Press the SEEK button to stop scanning. SEEK also functions as PREV andNEXT when playing a cassette TEMP: Press the up arrowto increase the set tape or compact disc. temperature on your comfort control system or the down SCAN/AM-FM: Press the SCAN button and SCAN arrow to decrease the temperature. will appear on the display.SCAN works as thePSCAN button on your radio.It will scan through eachof the preset radio stations.If a preset radio station has weak reception, the radiowill not stop at the preset station. Press SCAN again to stop scanning. Press theAM-FM button to choose theAM, FM1 or FM2 band.

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Care of Your Cassette Tape Player You may also choose a non-scnibbing action, wet-type cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean A tape player thatis not cleaned regularly can cause the tape head. This typeof cleaning cassette may not reduced sound qua1ity;ruined cassettes or a damaged clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner. mechanism. Cassette tapes should be storedin their cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight and After you clean the player,press and hold EJECTfor extreme heat.If they aren't, they may not operate five seconds to reset the CLN indicator. The radio will properly or may cause failureof the tape player. display --- to show the indicator was reset. Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after every Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality 50 hours of use. Your radio may display CLN to indicate may degrade over time. Always make surethe cassette that you have used your tape playerfor 50 hours without tape is in good condition before you have your tape resetting the tape clean timer.If this message appears on player serviced. the display, your cassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will still play tapes, but you should clean it asCare of Your Compact Discs soon as possible to prevent damage to your tapes and Handle discs carefully. Store themin their original cases player. If you notice a reductionin sound quality, try a or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight known good cassette to seeif it is the tapeor the tape and dust. If the surface of a disc is soiled, dampen a player at fault.If this other cassette has no improvement clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent solution in sound quality, clean the tape player. and clean it, wiping from the center to the edge. Cleaning may be done with a scrubbing action, Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling non-abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub discs. Pick up discsby grasping the outer edges or the the tape head asthe hubs of the cleaner cassetteturn. edge of the hole and the outer edge. A scrubbing action cleaning cassetteis available through your Buick dealersh

3-20 Power Antenna Mast Care Your power antenna will lookits best and work well NOTICE: if it’s cleanedfrom time to time.To clean the antenna mast: Before entering an automatic carwash, turn off your radio to make thepower antenna go down. 1. Twn on the ignition and radio to raise the antenna. This will prevent the mast frompossibly getting 2. Dampen a clean cloth with mineral spirits or damaged. If the antennadoes notgo down when equivalent solvent. you turn the radiooff, it may be damaged or 3. Wipe the cloth overthe mast sections, removing need to be cleaned. In either case, lower the any dirt. antenna by hand by carefully pressing the 4. Wipe dry with a clean cloth. antenna down. 5. Make the antenna go up and down by turning the radio or ignitionoff and on. If the mast portionof your antenna is damaged, you can easily replaceit. See your dealerfor a replacement kit 6. Repeat if necessary. and followthe instructions inthe kit. I NOTICE: Don’t lubricate the power antenna. Lubrication could damageit.

3-21 fi NOTES Section 4 Your Driving and the Road

Here you’ll find information about driving on different kindsof roads andin varying weather conditions. We’ve also included many other usefultips on driving.

4-2 Defensive Driving 4- 17 Driving in Rain and onWet Roads 4-3 Drunken Driving 4-20 City Driving 4-6 Control of a Vehicle 4-21 Freeway Driving 4-6 Braking 4-22 Before Leavingon a Long Trip 4- 10 Steering 4-23 Highway Hypnosis 4-12 Off-Road Recovery 4-23 Hill and Mountain Roads 4-13 Passing 4-25 Winter Driving 4- 14 Loss of Control 4-30 Loading Your Vehicle 4-15 Driving at Night 4-32 Towing a Trailer

4-1 The best advice anyone cangive about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety devicein your Buick: Buckle up. (See “Safety Belts”in the Index.) Defensive driving really means“be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads or freeways,it means “always expect the unexpected.” Assume that pedestrians or other drivers aregoing to be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might do. Be readyfor their mistakes. Rear-end collisions are about the most preventableof accidents. Yet they are common. Allow enough following distance. It’s the best defensive driving maneuver, in both city and rural driving.You never know when the vehiclein front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly.

4-2 Drunkel lg The obvious way to solve this highway safety problem is for people never todrink alcohol and then drive. But Death andin~~ry associated with drinking and drivingis what if people do? How much is “too much”if the a national tragedy. It’sthe number one contributor tothe driver plansto,drive? It’s a lot less than many might highway deathtoll, claiming thousandsof victims think. Although it depends on each person and situation, every year. here is some general informationon the problem. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive The Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC)of someone a vehicle: who is drinking depends upon four things: Judgment The amount of alcohol consumed 0 MuscularCoordination 0 The drinker’s body weight

Vision 0 The amount of food that is consumed before and 0 Attentiveness. during drinking Police records show that almost halfof all motor 0 The length of time it has taken the drinker to vehicle-related deaths involve alcohol.In most cases, consume the alcohol. these deaths arethe result of someone who was drinking According to the American Medical Association, a and driving.In recent years, some 17,000 annual motor 180-lb. (82 kg) person who drinks three 12-ounce vehicle-related deaths have been associated with the use (355 ml) bottlesof beer in an hour will end up with a of alcohol, with more than300,000 people injured. BAC of about0.06 percent. The person would reach the Many adults -- by some estimates, nearly halfthe adult smeBAC by drinking three 4-ounce (120 ml) glasses population -- choose never todrink alcohol, so they of wine or three mixed drinksif each had 1-1/2 ounces never drive after drinking.For persons under 21, it’s (45 ml) of a liquor like whiskey, gin or vodka. against the law in everyUS. state to drink alcohol. There are good medical, psychological and developmental reasonsfor these laws.

4-3 Since alcohol is carried in body water, this means that a woman generallywiU reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each thehas same number of drinks. The law in many U.S. states sets the legal limit at a BAC of 0.10 percent. In a growing numberof U.S. states, and throughout Canada, the limit is0.08 percent. In some 1 other countries, it’s even lower. The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is0.04 percent. The BAC will be over0.10 percent after three to six drinks (in one hour).Of course, as we’ve seen,it depends on how much alcoholis in the drinks, and how quickly the persondrinks them. But the ability to driveis affected well below a BACof 0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skillsof many people are impairedat a BAC approaching It’s the amountof alcohol that counts. For example,if 0.05 percent, and thatthe effects are worse at night. All the same person drank three double martinis(3 ounces drivers are impairedat BAC levels above0.05 percent. or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour, the person’s Statistics show that the chanceof being in a collision BAC would be close to0.12 percent. A person who increases sharplyfor drivers who havea BAC of consumes foodjust before or during drinking will have a 0.05 percent or above. A driver with a BAC levelof somewhat lower BAC level. 0.06 percent has doubled his or her chanceof having a collision. At a BAClevel of 0.10 percent, the chance of There is a gender difference, too.Women generally have this driver havinga collision is 12 times greater; at a a lower relative percentageof body water than men. level of 0.15 percent, the chanceis 25 times greater!

4-4 The body takes about an hour to rid itselfof the alcohol in one drink.No amount of coffee or numberof cold showers will speed thatup. “I’ll be careful” isn’t the right answer. What if there’s an emergency, a need to take sudden action, as when a child dartsinto the street? Drinking and then drivingis very dangerous. A person with even a moderateBAC might not be able Your reflexes, perceptions, attentiveness and to react quickly enough to avoid the collision. judgment canbe affected by even a small amount There’s somethingelse about drinking and driving that of alcohol. You can have a serious -- or even many people don’t know. Medical research shows that fatal =- collision if you drive after drinking. alcohol in a person’s systemcan make crash injuries Please don’t drink and driveor ride with a driver worse, especially injuries tothe brain, spinal cord or who has been drinking. Ride home ain cab; or if heart. This means that when anyone who has been you’re with a group, designate a driver whowill drinking -- driver or passenger-- is in a crash, that not drink. person’s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking.

4-5 Control of a Vehicle Braking You have three systems that make your vehicle go whereBraking action involvesperception time and you want it to go. They arethe brakes, the steering and reaction time. the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. at the places where thetires meet the road. That’s perception time. Then you have to bring up your foot and doit. That’s reaction time. Average reaction time is about 3/4 of a second. But that’s only an average.It might be less with one driver and as long as twoor three seconds or more with another. Age, physical condition, alertness, coordination and eyesight all play a part.So do alcohol, drugs and frustration. But even in3/4 of a second, a vehicle moving at 60 mph (100 km/h) travels 66 feet (20 m). That could be lota of distance in an emergency,so keeping enough space between your 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 conditionof the road (wet, dry, icy); tire tread; the condition of your brakes; the weightof the vehicle andthe amount of brake force applied. i

!_ Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drivein Anti-Lock Brakes spurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes(ABS). ABS is an a mistake.Your brakes may not have time coolto advanced electronic braking system that willhelp between hard stops. Your brakes will wear out much prevent a braking skid. faster if you do a lotof heavy braking. If you keep pace When you start your engine and begin to drive away, with the traffic and allow realistic following distances, your anti-lock brake system will check itself.You may you will eliminate a lotof unnecessary braking. That hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this test means better braking and longer brakelife. is going on, and you may even notice that your brake If your engine ever stops while you’re driving, brake pedal moves alittle. This is normal. normally but don’t pump your brakes.If you do, the If there’s a problem with the pedal may get harder to push down.If your engine anti-lock brake system, this stops, you willstill have some power brake assist. But warning light will stay on. you will useit when you brake. Once the power assistis See “Anti-Lock Brake used up, it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal System Warning Light”in will be harder to push. (@) the Index. ANTI - LOCK

4-7 The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed tomake -~em.mt of available tireand road conditions.

Here’s how anti-lock works. Let’s say the road is wet. You’re driving safely. Suddenlyan animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes. Here’s what happens withABS. A computer senses that wheels are slowing down.If one You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard. of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at thewheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. rear wheels.

4-8 Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need conditions allow you to safely useit again, you may to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease re-engage the cruise control. (See “Cruise Control”in stopping distance.If‘ you get too close to the vehicle in the Index.) front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave When the system is on, this enough room up ahead stop,to even though you have warning light will comeon anti-lock brakes. to let you knowif there’s a problem with your traction Using Anti-Lock TRACT10 N controlsystem. Don’t pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down OFF and let anti-lock workfor you. You may hear a motor or clicking noise during a hardstop, but thisis normal. Traction Control System (Option) Your vehicle may have a traction control system that limits wheel spin. This is especially usefulin slippery See “Traction Control System WarningLight” in the road conditions.The system operates onlyif it senses Index. When this warninglight is on, the system will not that one or bothof the front wheels are spinning or limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. beginning to lose traction. When this happens,the The traction control system automatically comes on system works the front brakes and reduces engine power whenever you start your vehicle. To limit wheelspin, to limit wheel spin. especially in slippery road conditions, you should You may feel or hearthe system working, but this always leave the systemon. But you can turn the is normal. traction control systemoff if you ever need to.(You should turn the systemoff if your vehicle ever gets stuck If your vehicle isin cruise control whenthe traction in sand, mud, ice or snow.See “Rocking Your Vehicle” control system begins to limit wheel spin,the cruise in the Index.) control will automatically disengage. When road To turn the systemoff, Steering press the TRAC CON” button located on the Power Steering instrument panel. If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the systemis not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort. Magnasteer Your vehicle is equipped with GM Magnasteer, a steering system that continuously adjusts the effort you feel when steering at all vehicle speeds.It provides ease The traction control system warning light will come on when parking yet afirm, solid feel at highway speeds. and stay on.If the systemis limiting wheel spin when you press the button, the warning light will come -- on Steering Tips but the system won’t turn off right away.It will wait until there’s no longer curreea need to limit wheel spin. Driving on Curves YOU can turn the system back on at any time by pressing It’s important to take curves at a reasonable speed. the button again. The tractioncontrol system warning light should gooff. A lot of the “driver lost control” accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves. Here’s why: Braking in Emergencies Experienced driver or beginner, each of us is subject to With anti-lock, you can steer and brake at the same the same lawsof physics when driving on curves. The’ time. In many emergencies, steering can help you more traction of the tires againstthe road surface makesit than even the very best braking. possible for the vehicle to change its path when you turn the front wheels.If there’s no traction, inertia will keep the vehicle goingin the same direction.If you’ve ever tried to steera vehicle on wetice, you’ll understand this. 4-10 The traction youcan get in a curve depends onthe Steering in Emergencies condition of your tires andthe road surface, the angle at which the curve is banked, and your speed.While There are times when steering can be more effective than you’re in a curve, speedis the one factor you braking. For example, you come overa hill and find a can control. truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pullsout from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked Suppose you’re steering througha sharp curve. Then you cars and stops rightin front of you. You can avoid these suddenly accelerate. Both controlsystem -- steering and problem by braking -- if you can stopin time. But acceleration -- have to do their work where the tires meet sometimes you can’t; there isn’t room. That’s the time for the road. Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too evasive action -- steering around the problem. much of those places. You can lose control. Refer to “Traction Control” in the Index. Your Buick can perform very well in emergencies like these. First apply your brakes. (See “Braking in What should youdo if this ever happens?Ease up on the Emergencies” earlierin this section.)It is better to accelerator pedal, steerthe vehicle the way you want it remove as much speed as you canfrom a possible to go, and slow down. collision. Then steer aroundthe problem, to the left or Speed limit signs nearcurves warn that you should right depending onthe space available. adjust your speed.Of course, the posted speeds are based on good weather and road conditions. Under less favorable cc ~~ litions you’ll want to go slower. If you need to. reduce your speed as you approach a curve, do it before you enterthe curve, while yourfront wheels are straight ahead. Try to adjust your speedso you can “drive” through the curve. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. Wait to accelerate until you areout of the curve, and then accelerate gently into the straightaway. 4-11 Of - Road Recovery * You may find sometime that your right wheels have dropped off the edgeof a road onto the shoulder while you're 'driving.

An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision.If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o'clock positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand. But you have to fast, act steer quickly, and just as quickly straightenthe wheel once you have avoided the object. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the The fact that such emergency situations are always pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Easeoff the accelerator and then,if there is nothingin the way, steerso possible is a good reason to practice defensive driving at that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement. You all times and wear safety belts properly. can turn the steering wheel up to one-quartertum until the right fi-ont tire contacts the pavement edge. Thenturn your steering wheel to go straight down the roadway. 4-12 Passing Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, The driver of a vehicle about to pass anotheron a following too closely reduces your areaof vision, two-lane highway waitsfor just the right moment, especially if you’re following a larger vehicle. accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes Also, you won’t have adequate spaceif the vehicle back into the rightlane again. A simple maneuver? ahead suddenly slows or stops. Keep back a Not necessarily! Passing another vehicle on a two-lane reasonable distance. highway is a potentially dangerous move, since the 0 When it looks like a chance to pass is comingup, passing vehicle occupiesthe same lane as oncoming start to accelerate but stay in the rightlane and don’t traffic for several seconds. A miscalculation, an errorin get too close. Time your moveso you will be judgment, or a brief surrender to frustration or angercan increasing speedas the time comes to move into the suddenly put the passing driverface to face with the other lane. If the way is clear to pass, you will have a worst of all traffic accidents-- the head-on collision. “running start” that more than makes upfor the So here are some tipsfor passing: distance you wouldlose by dropping back. Andif something happensto cause you to cancel your pass, 0 “Drive ahead.” Look down the road, to the sides and to you need only slow down and drop back again and crossroads for situations that might affect your passing wait for another opportunity. patterns. If you have any doubt whatsoever about making a successful pass, wait for a better time. If other cars are lined up to pass a slow vehicle, wait your turn. But take care that someoneisn’t trying to Watch for traffic signs, pavement markings and lines. pass you as you pull out to passthe slow vehicle. If you can see a sign up ahead that might indicate a Remember to glance over your shoulder and check turn or an intersection, delay your pass.A broken the blind spot. center line usually indicatesit’s all right to pass (providing the road ahead is clear). Never cross a solid line on yourside of the lane or a double solid line,even if the road seems emptyof approaching traffic. 4-13 0 Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and Skidding start yourleft iane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass. When youfar are enough In a skid, a driver can lose controlof the vehicle. ahead of the passed vehicle tosee its fiont in your Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable inside mirror, activate your right lane change signal care suited to existing conditions, and by not and move back into the right lane. (Remember that “overdriving” those conditions. But skids are your right outside mirroris convex. The vehicle you always possible. just passed may seemto be farther awayfrom you The three typesof skids correspond to your Buick’s than it really is.) three control systems.In the braking skid, your wheels e Try not to pass more than one vehicle at a time on aren’t rolling. In the steering or cornering skid, too two-lane roads. Reconsider before passing the much speed or steeringin a curve causes tires to slip and next vehicle. lose cornering force. Andin the acceleration skid, too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin. 0 Don’t overtake a slowly moving vehicle too rapidly. Even though the brake lamps are notflashing, it may A cornering skidis best handled by easing your footoff be slowing down or startingto turn. the accelerator pedal. 0 If you’re being passed, makeit easy for the If you have the traction control system, remember: It following driver to get aheadof you. Perhaps you helps avoid only the acceleration skid. can ease a little to the right. If you do not have traction control, or if the systemis off, then an acceleration skidis also best handled by Loss of Control easing your footoff the accelerator pedal. Let’s review what driving experts say about what happens If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your footoff the when the three control systems (brakes, steering and accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the acceleration) don’t have enough friction where the tires vehicle to go.If you start steering quickly enough, your meet the road to do what the driverhas asked. vehicle may straighten out. Always be ready for a In any emergency, don’t give up. Keeptrying to steer and second skid ifit occurs. constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger. 4-14 Of course, tractionis reduced when water, snow,ice, Driving at Night gravel or other materialis on the road. For safety,you’ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions. It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited. While driving on a surface with reduced traction,try your bestto avoid sudden steering, acceleration or braking (includingengine braking by shifting to a lower gear). Any sudden changes could causethe tires to slide. You may not realize the surfaceis slippery until your vehicle is skidding. Learnto recognize warning clues -- such as enough water, ice or packed snow on the road to make a “mirrored surface”-- and slow down when you have any doubt. Remember: Any anti-lock brake system (ABS) helps avoid only the braking skid.

Night drivingis more dangerous than day driving. One reasonis that some driversare likely to be impaired -- by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by.fatigue.

4-15 Here are some tips on night driving. driving, don’t wear sunglasses at night. They may cut e Drive defensively. down on glare from headlamps, but theyalso make a lot of things invisible. a Don’t drink and drive. You can be temporarily blinded by approaching e Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the headlamps. It can take a secondor two, or even several glare from headlamps behind you. seconds, for your eyes to readjust to the dark. When you f Since you can’tsee as well, you may needto slow are faced with severe glare (asfrom a driver who down and keep more space between you and doesn’t lower the high beams, or a vehicle with other vehicles. misaimed headlamps), slow down a little. Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps. Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Your Keep your windshield and all the glasson your vehicle headlamps can light up onlyso much road ahead. clean -- inside and out. Glare at night is made much m remote areas, watchfor animals. worse by dirt on the glass. Even the inside of the glass If you’re tired, pull off the roadin a safe place can build up a film caused by dust. Dirty glass makes and rest. lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would, making the pupilsof your‘eyes contract repeatedly. ‘NightVision Remember that your headlamps light up far lessof a No one can see as well at nightas in the daytime. But as roadway when you are in a turn or curve. Keep your we get older these differences increase. A 50-year-old eyes moving; that way, it’s easier to pick out dimly driver may require at least twice as much lightsee to the lighted objects. Just as your headlamps shouldbe same thing at night as a 20-year-old. checked regularly for proper aim,so should your eyes be examined regularly. Some drivers suffer from night What you doin the daytime can also affect your night blindness -- the inability to see indim light -- and aren’t vision. For example, if you spend the day in bright even awareof it. sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses.Your eyes will have less trouble adjusting to night. Butif you’re

I 4-16 Driving in Rain andon Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can’t stop, accelerateor turn as well because your tire-to-road traction isn’t as goodas on dry roads. And, if your tires don’t have much treadleft, you’ll get even less traction. It’s always wise to go slower beand cautious if rain starts tofall while you are driving.The surface may get wet suddenly when your reflexesare tuned for driving ondry pavement. The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades arein good shape, a heavyrain can makeit harder to see road signs and trafflc signals, pavement markings,the edge of the road and even people walking. - , It’s wise to keep your windshield wiping equipmentin good shape and keep your windshield washer filledtank with washer fluid. Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signsof streaking or missing areas on the windshield, or when stripsof rubber start to separate from the inserts.

4-17 Wet brakes can cause accidents. They won’t work as well ina quick stop and may cause pulling to one side.You could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally.

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 beforevou hit them.

4-18 e Ehve good tires with proper tread depth. (%e “Tires” in the Index.) One of the biggest problems withcity streets is the amount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out for what the otherdrivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals.

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Just before you leave thelane, glance quickly over your Is your vehicle readyfor a-longtrip? If you keep it shoulder to make sure there isn’t another vehiclein your serviced and maintained, it’s ready go. to If it needs “blind” spot. service, haveit done before starting out.Of course, Once you are moving onthe freeway, make certain you you’ll find experienced and able service expertsin allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move Buick dealerships all across North America. They’ll be slightly slower at night. ready and willing to helpif you need it. When you want to leave the freeway, move to the proper Here are some things you can check before a trip: lane wellin advance. If you miss yourexit, do not, Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoirfull? Are under any circumstances, stop and back up. Drive on to all windows clean inside and outside? the next exit. Wiper Blades:Are they in good shape? The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply. Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids:Have you checked The exit speed is usually posted. all levels? Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not Lamps: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean? to your senseof motion. After drivingfor any distance Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, at higher speeds, you may tend think to you are going trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enoughfor slower than you actually are. long-distance driving? Arethe tires all inflated tothe Before Leaving on a Long Trip recommended pressure? Make sure you’re ready.Try to be well rested.If you Weather Forecasts: What’s the weather outlook must start when you’re not fresh-- such as after a day’s along your route? Should you delay your trip a short work -- don’t plan to make too many miles thatfirst part time to avoid a major storm syst 1? of the journey. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you 0 Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps? can easily drive in. Hill and Mountain Roads

c__ If you drive regularlyin steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tipsthat can make CAUTION: your trips safer and more enjoyable. A Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid Coasting downhill inNEUTRAL (N) or with the levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system ignition off is dangerous.Your brakes will have to and transaxle. Theseparts can work hardon do all the work of slowing down. They could get mountain roads. so hot that they wouldn’t work well. You would 0 Know how to go down hills. The most important then have poor brakingor even none going down thing to knowis this: let your engine do someof the a hill. You could crash.Always have your engine slowing down. Shift to a lower gear whenyou go running and yourvehicle in gear whenyou down a steep or long hill. go downhill.

If you don’t shift down, your brakes could getso hot that they wouldn’t work well. You would then have poor brakingor even nonegoing down a hill. You could crash. Shift down to let your engine assist yourbrakes ona steep downhill slope.

4-24 Know how to go uphill. Drive in the highest Winter Driving gear possible. Stay in your own lane when driving on two-lane roads in hills or mountains. Don’t swing wide or cut across the center of the road. Driveat speeds that let you stay in your own lane. As you go over the top of a hill, be alert. There could be something in yourlane, like a stalled caror an accident. You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems. Examples are long grades, passing or no-passing zones, a falling rocks area or winding roads. Be alert to these and take appropriate action.

Here are some tipsfor winter driving: Have your Buick in good shapefor winter. You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk.

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What’s the worst timefor this? “Wet ice.” Very cold Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stability snow or icecan be slick and hard to drive on. But wet when you make a hard stopon a slippery road. Even ice can be even more trouble becauseit may offer the though you have the anti-lock braking system, you’ll least tractionof all. You can get wet ice when it’s about want to begin stopping sooner than you would dry on freezing (32°F; OOC) and freezing rain begins tofall. pavement. See “Anti-Lock” in the Index. Try to avoid drivingon wet ice until salt and sand crews Allow greater following distance onany can get there. slippery road. Whatever the condition -- smooth ice, packed, blowing Watch for slippery spots. The road might befine or loose snow -- drive with caution. until you hit a spot that’s covered withice. On an If you have tractioncontrol, keep the system on. It will otherwise clearroad, ice patches may appearin improve your ability to accelerate when driving on a shaded areas where the sun can’t reach: around slippery road. Even though your vehicle has a traction clumps of trees, behind buildings or under bridges. control system, you’ll want to slow down and adjust Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may your drivingto the road conditions. See “Traction remain icy whenthe surrounding roads are clear.If Control System”in the Index. you see a patchof ice ahead of you, brake before you If you don’t havethe traction control system, accelerate are on it. Try not to brake while you’re actually on gently. Try not to break thefragile traction. If you the ice, and avoid sudden steering maneuvers. accelerate too fast, the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more.

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If You’re Caught in a Blizzard Tie a red cloth to your vehicleto alert police that you’ve been stopped bythe snow. Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanketaround you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags,floor mats -- anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm.

If you are stopped by heavy snow, you couldin be a serious situation.You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you knowfor sure that youare near help and you can hike through the snow. Hereare some things todo to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: Turn on your hazard flashers. You can run the engine to keep warm, but be careful.

4-28 Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, makeit go alittle faster than just idle. Thatis, push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get andit keeps the Snow can trap exhaustgases under yourvehicle. battery charged. You will need a well-charged battery to This can cause deadlyCO (carbon monoxide) gas restart the vehicle, and possiblyfor signaling later on to get inside. CO could overcomeyou and kill with your headlamps. Letthe heater runfor awhile. you. You can’t see it orsmell it, so you might not Then, shut the engineoff and close the window almost know it is in yourvehicle. Clear awaysnow from all the way to preserve the heat. Startthe engine again around thebase of your vehicle, especially any and repeat this only when youfeel really uncomfortable that is blocking your exhaustpipe. And check from the cold. But doit as little as possible. Preserve the around again fromtime to time to besure snow fuel as long as you can. To help keep warm, you can get doesn’t collect there. out of the vehicle anddo some fairly vigorous exercises Open a window just a little on the sideof the every half hour orso until help comes. vehicle that’s away fromthe wind. This will help keep CO out.

4-29 Loading Your Vehicle F -. MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP \ TIRE-LOADING INFORMATION DATEGVWR GAWR FRT GAWR RR ‘m OCCUPANTS VEHICLE CAP. WT. FRT. CTR. RR.CTR.FRT. TOTAL LBS. KG THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLI- MAX. LOADING & GVWR’SAME AS VEHICLE CABLE U.S. FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT XXX COLDTIRE SAFETY, BUMPER, AND THEFT PREVENTION TIRE SIZE SPEED PRESSURESPEED SIZE TIRE STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF RTG PSI/KPa MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE. FRT. RR. SPA. IF TIRES ARE HOT, ADD 4PS1/28KPa SEE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL IN FOR MATlON The other label is the Certificationlabel, also found on the rear edgeof the driver’s door.It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle, called theGVWR Two labels on your vehicle show how much weightit (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). TheGVWR includes the may properly casry. The Tire Loading Information label weight of the vehicle,all occupants, fuel and cargo. found on the rear edgeof the driver’s door tells you the Never exceed theGVWR for your vehicle, or the Gross proper size, speed rating and recommended inflation Axle Weight Rating(GAWR) for either the front or pressures for the tires on your vehicle.It also gives you rear axle. important information about the numberof people that And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spreadit C&I be in your vehicle andthe total weight thatyou can out. Don’t carry more than176 pounds (80 kilograms) in carry. This weightis called the Vehicle Capacity Weight your trunk. and includes the weightof all occupants, cargo, and all nonfactory-installed options.

4-30 Do not load yourvehicle any heavier than the Things you put inside yourvehicle can strike and GVWR, or either the maximum front or rear injure people in a sudden stop or turn,or in GAWR. If you do, parts on yourvehicle can a crash. break, or it canchange theway your vehicle Put things in the trunkof your vehicle. In a handles. These could causeyou to lose control. trunk, put them as far forwardyou as can. Also, overloading can shorten the lifeof Try to spread theweight evenly. your vehicle. Never stack heavier things, like suitcases, inside thevehicle so that some of them are above the topsof the seats. Don’t leave an unsecured child restraint in NOTICE: your vehicle. When you carry something inside the Your warranty does not coverparts or vehicle, secure it wheneveryou can. components that fail becauseof overloading. Electronic Level Control If you put things inside your vehicle-- like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything else -- they will go as fast This feature keeps the rearof your vehicle level as the as the vehicle goes.If you have to stop or turn quickly, load changes. It’s automatic-- you don’t need to or if there is a crash, they’ll keep going. adjust anything.

4-31 Towing a Trailer NOTICE:

Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your I’vehicle and result incostly repairs notcovered by If you don’t use the correct equipment and drive your warranty.To pull a trailer correctly, follow properly, you can lose control when you pull a the advice in thispart, andsee your Buick dealer trailer. For example, if the trailer is tooheavy, the for important information abouttowing 8 trailer brakes may not work well -- or even at all. You with your vehicle. and yourpassengers couldbe seriously injured. Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the Your vehicle can tow a trailer it if is equipped with steps in thissection. Ask your Buick dealer for proper towing equipment. To identify what the vehicle advice and information abouttowing a trailer trailering capacity isfor your vehicle, you should read with yourvehicle. the informationin “Weight of the Trailer’’ that appears later in this section. But traileringis different thanjust driving your vehicle by itself. Trailering means changes in handling, durability and fuel economy. Successful, safe trailering takes correct equipment, andit has to be used properly.

4-32 That’s the reason for this part. In it are many 0 Consider using a sway control.You can ask a hitch time-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules. dealer about sway controls. Many of these are importantfor your safety and thatof 0 Don’t tow a trailerat all during thefirst 1,000 miles your passengers.So please read this section carefully (1 600 km) your new vehicleis driven. Your engine, before you pull a trailer. axle or other parts could be damaged. Load-pulling components such asthe engine, transaxle, 0 Then, during thefirst 500 miles (800 km) that you wheel assemblies and tiresare forced to work harder tow a trailer,don’t-drive over 50 mph (80 krn/h) and against the drag of the added weight.The engine is don’t make starts atfull throttle. This helps your required to operate at relatively higher speeds and under engine and other partsof your vehicle wearin at the greater loads, generating extra heat. What’s more, the heavier loads. trailer adds considerably to wind resistance, increasing the pulling requirements. 0 Obey speed limit restrictions when towing a trailer. Don’t drivefaster than the maximum posted speed If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer for trailers (or no more than55 mph (90 lun/h)) to If you do, here are some important points: save wear on your vehicle’s parts.

0 There are many different laws, including speed limit Three important considerations have to do with weight: restrictions, having todo with trailering. Make sure 0 the weight of the trailer, your rig will belegal, not only where you live but also where you’ll be driving.A good sourcefor this 0 the weight of the trailer tongue information can bestate or provincial police. 0 and the total weight on your vehicle’s tires.

4-33 Weight of the Trailer Tongue How heavy cma kailer safely be? The tongue load(A) of any trader is an important weight to measure becauseit affects the total capacity It-shauld~mver weighmore tban 1,OQQ pounds (450 kg). But even thatcan be too heavy. weight of your vehicle. The capacity weight includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you maycarry in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle. And if you will tow a trailer, you must subtract the tongue load from your vehicle’s capacity weight because your vehicle will be carrying that weight, too. See “Loading Your Vehicle” in the Indexfor more information about your vehicle’s maximum load capacity.

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4-34 If you’re using a weight-carrying hitch, the trailer Hitches tongue (A) should weigh 10 percent of the total loaded trailer weight (B).If you have a weight-distributing It’s important to havethe correct hitch equipment. hitch, the trailer tongue (A) should weigh 12 percent of Crosswinds, large trucks goingby and rough roads area the total loaded trailer weight(B). few reasons why you’ll need the right hitch. Here are some rules to follow: After you’ve loaded your trailer, weighthe trailer and then the tongue, separately, tosee if the weights are The bumpers on your vehicle are not intendedfor proper. If they aren’t, you may be able to get them right hitches. Do not attach rental hitches or other simply by moving some items aroundin the trailer. bumper-type hitches to them. Useonly a frame-mounted hitch that does not attach to Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires the bumper. Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated tothe upper Will you have to make any holesin the body of your limit for cold tires. You’ll find these numbers on the vehicle when youinstall a trailer hitch?If you do, Tire-Loading Informationlabel at the rear edgeof the then be sureto seal the holes later when you remove driver’s door or see “LoadingYour Vehicle” in the the hitch. If you don’t seal them, deadly carbon Index. Then be sure you don’t go over the GVW monoxide (CO) from your exhaust canget into your limit for your vehicle, including the weightof the vehicle (see “Carbon Monoxide”in the Index).Dirt trailer tongue. and water can, too.

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Safety Chains driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicleis by itself. You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue Before you start, check the trailer hitch and platform of the trailerso that the tongue will not drop to the road (and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector, if it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions lamps, tires and rnirror adjustment.If the trailer has about safety chainsmay be provided by the hitch electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving and manufacturer orby the trailer manufacturer. Follow the then apply the trailer brake controller by handto be sure manufacturer’s recommendation for attaching safety the brakesare working. This lets you check your chains and do not attach them to the bumper. Always electrical connectionat the same time. leave just enough slack so you can turn with your rig. During your trip, check occasionallyto be sure that the And, never allow safety chains to drag on the ground. load is secure, and that thelamps and any trailer brakes Trailer Brakes are still working. Does your trailer have its own brakes? Be sureto read Following Distance and follow the instructions for the trailer brakesso Stay at least twice asfar behind the vehicle ahead as you you’ll be able to install, adjust and maintain them would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. This properly. Because you have anti-lock brakes,do not try can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking to tap into your vehicle’s brake system.If you do, both and sudden turns. brake systems won’t work well, or at all. Passing Driving with a Trailer You’ll need more passing distance up ahead when Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. you’re towing a trailer. And, because you’re a good deal Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get longer, you’ll need togo much farther beyond the to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with thefeel of passed vehicle before you can return to your lane. handling and braking with the added weightof the trailer. And always keep in mind that the vehicle youare

4-36 Backing Up Turn Signals When Towinga Trailer Hold the bottomof the steering wheel withone hand. The green arrows on your instrument panel willflash Then, to move the trailer tothe left, just move that hand whenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly to the left. To move the trailerto the right, move your hooked up, the trailer lamps will alsoflash, telling other hand to the right. Always back up slowly and,if drivers you’re aboutto turn, change lanes or stop. possible, have someone guide you. When towing a trailer,the green arrows on your Making Turns instrument panel will flashfor turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out.Thus, you may think drivers behind you are seeing your signal when theyare not. It’s NOTICE: important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working. Making very sharp turns while trailering could Your vehicle has bulb warning lights. When you plug a cause the trailer to come in contact with the trailer lighting systeminto your vehicle’s lighting vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged. Avoid system, its bulb warning lights may not let you knowif making very sharp turns while trailering. one of your lamps goes out.So, when you have a trailer lighting system pluggedin, be sure to check your vehicle and trailer lamps from time to time to be sure When you’re turning with a trailer, make widerturns than they’re all working. Once you disconnectthe trailer normal. Do this so your trailer won’t strikesoft shoulders, lamps, the bulb warning lights again cantell you if one curbs, road signs, trees or other objects. Avoid jerky or of your vehicle lampsis out. sudden maneuvers.Signd well in advance.

4-37 Driving On Grades When You Are Ready to Leave After Reduce speed and shift toa lower gear before you start Parking on a Hill down a long or steep downgrade.If you don’t shift 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down down, you might have to use your brakesso much that while you: they would get hot and no longer work well. Start your engine; On a long uphill grade, use the highest gear possible.If you cannot maintain posted speeds, dnving at a lower speed may Shift into a gear; and help avoid overheating your engine and transaxle. Release the parking brake. Parking on Hills 2. Let up on the brake pedal. You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer 3. Drive slowly until the traileris clear of the chocks. attached, on a hill.If something goes wrong, your rig 4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks. could start to move. People can be injured, and both ; your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged. Maintenance When TrailerTowing But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, here’s Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re ‘how to do it: pulling a trailer.See the Maintenance Schedule for more 1. Apply your regular brakes, but don’t shift into on this. Things that are especially importantin trailer PARK (P) yet. operation are automatic transaxle fluid (don’toverfill), engine oil, belts, cooling system and brake adjustment. 2. Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels. Each of these is covered in this manual, and the Index 3. When the wheel chocks are in place, release the will help you find them quickly.If you’re trailering, it’s regular brake until the chocks absorb the load. a goodidea to review these sections before you start 4. Reapply the regular brakes. Then apply your parking your trip. brake, and then shift toPARK (P). Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts 5. Release the regular brakes. are tight. Section 5 Problems on the Road

Here you’ll find what todo about some problems that can occur on the road.

5-2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5-24 If aTire Goes Flat 5-3 Other Warning Devices 5-24 ChangingFlata Tire 5-3 Jump Starting 5-34 Compact Spare Tire 5-8 Towing Your Vehicle 5-35If You’re Stuck: In Sand,Mud, 5- 14 Engine Overheating Ice or Snow located on topof the steering column to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off.

The hazard light onthe instrument panel will also come on. A Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your keyis in, and even if the key isn't in. also. let police how-pu have a problem. Your fi-ont and reat. r signal lamps will flashon and df.

To turn off the flashers, press down on the button again. When the hazard warning flashersare on, your turn signals won't work. Other WarningDevices If you carryreflective triangles, you canset one up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. Batteries can hurtyou. They can be Jump Starting dangerous because: They contain acid that can burnyou. If your battery hasrun down, you may wantto use They contain gas that can explode orignite. another vehicle and somejumper cables to start your They contain enough electricity to burn you. Buick. But pleaseuse the following steps to doit safely. If you don’t follow these stepsexactly, some or all of these things can hurtyou.

NOTICE: ~ ~~ 1. Check the other vehicle.It must have a 12-volt Ignoring these steps could resultcostly in damage battery with a negative ground system. to yourvehicle that wouldn’t be coveredby your warranty. Trying to startyour Buick by pushing or pulling I NOTICE: it won’t work, and itcould damage yourvehicle. If the othersystem isn’t a 12-volt system with a negative ground, bothvehicles can be damaged.

5-3 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables 3. Turn off the ignition on-both veKcles. Unplug can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette each other.If they are, it could cause a ground lighter or accessory power outlet.Tum off all lamps connection you don’t want.You wouldn’t be able to that aren’t needed as well as radios. This will avoid start your Buick, and the bad grounding could sparks and help save both batteries. In addition,it damage the electrical systems. could save your radio. To avoid the possibilityof the vehicles rolling, set the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involved in the jump start procedure.ht an automatic transaxle NOTICE: in PARK (P) before setting the parking brake. If you leave your radioon, it couldbe badly 1 damaged. The repairs wouldn’t be covered by your warranty.

An electric fan can startup even when the engine 4. Open the hoods and locatethe batteries. Find the is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, positive (+) and negative (-) terminals on each clothing and tools away from any underhood battery. Your Riviera has a remote positive(+) electric fan. terminal for this purpose. (The batteryis under the back seat.)

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1: 7. Don't let the other end touch metal. Connectit to the positive(+) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote positive (+>terminal if

6. Connect the red positive(+) cable to the remote positive (+) terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery.

12. Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent Towing Your Vehicle electrical shorting. Takecare that they don’t touch each other orany other metal. Try to havea Buick dealer or a professional towing service tow your Riviera.See “Roadside Assistance” in the Index. If your vehicle has been changed or modified sinceit was factory-new by adding aftermarket itemslike fog lamps, aero-skirting, or special tires and wheels, these instructions and illustrations may notbe correct. Before you do anything, turn on the hazard warning flashers. 7 When you call, tell the towing service: That your vehicle cannot be towedfrom the front - with sling-type equipment. +I That your vehicle has front-wheel drive. The make, model and yearof your vehicle. A. Heavy Metal EnginePart Whether you can still move theshift lever. B . Good Battery If there was an accident, what was damaged. C. Dead Battery When the towing service arrives, let the tow operator know that this manual contains detailed towing instructions and illustrations.The operator may want to see them.

5-8 A vehicle can fall froma car carrierif it isn’t adequately secured. This can causea collision, serious personal injury andvehicle damage. The vehicle should be tightly secured with chainsor steel cables before isit transported. Don’t use substitutes (ropes, leather straps, canvas webbing,etc.) that canbe cut by sharp edges underneath thetowed vehicle. Always use T-hooks inserted in theT-hook slots. Never use J-hooks. They will damage drivetrain and To help avoid injury toyou or others: suspension components. 0 Never let passengers ride ina vehicle that is being towed. 0 Never tow faster thansafe or posted speeds. 0 Never tow with damaged parts not fully secured. 0 Never get under yourvehicle after it has been lifted by the tow truck. 0 Always secure the vehicle on each side with separate safety chains when towingit. 0 Never use J-hooks. Use T-hooks instead.

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These slots we to be used when loading aqd securing to car-carrier eqipmmt.

Attach-T-hookchains on both sides, in the slotted holes in the bottom of the body rail, behind the front wheels .andcradle. Rear Towing Tow Limits -- 55 mph (88 kmlh), 500 miles (800 km) Attach T-hook chainsto the T-hook slots in the bottom of the floor pan just

Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end of each lower controlarm. I NOTICE: Be sure not to attach the safety chain to the drive axle. This could cause damage to the drive axle boot.

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Engine Overheating

5-14 If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you no longer have the overheat warning, youcan drive. Just to besafe, drive slowerfor about 10 minutes. If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no If the warning doesn’t come backon, you can stearn, the problem may not betoo serious. Sometimes drive normally. the engine can get a little too hot when you: If the warning continues,pull over, stop, and park your Climb a longhill on a hot day. vehicle right away. Stop after high-speed driving. If there’s still no sign of steam, you can idle the engine 0 Idle for long periods in traffic. for two or three minutes whileyou’re parked, to see if Tow a trailer. the warning stops. But then,if you still have the warning, turn oflthe engine and get everyone out If you get the overheat warning withno sign of steam, of the vehicle until it cools down. this for a minute orso: try You may decide not tolift the hood but toget service 1. Turn off your air conditioner. help right away. 2. Turn on your heater tofull hot at the highest fan speed and openthe window as necessary. 3. If you’re in a trafficjam, shift to NEUTRAL (N); otherwise, shiftto the highest gear while driving -- AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (a) or THIRD (3).

5-15 When you decide it’s safe lift to the hood, here’s what you’ll see:

An electric fan under the hood can startup even when the engineis not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan.

If the coolant insidethe coolant recovery tank is boiling, don’t do anything else untilit cools down.

A. Radiator Pressure Cap B. Two Electric Engine Cooling Fans C. Coolant Recovery Tank

5-16 ~~ Heater and radiatorhoses, and other engine

~ parts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Don’t run the engineif there is a leak. If you run the engine, it couldlose all coolant. That could cause an engine fire,and you could be burned. Get any leakfixed before-you drive thevehicle.

The coolantlevel should be at or aboveFULL COLD. NOTICE: If it isn’t, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pumpor somewhere else in Engine damage from running your engine the cooling system. without coolant isn’t covered by your warranty.

If there seems to beno leak, with the engineon, check to see if the electric enginefans are running.If the engine is overheating, bothfans should be running.If they aren’t, your vehicle needs service.

5-17 How to Add Coolant to theCoolant Recovery Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level With plain wateror the wrongmix, your engine isn’t at FULL COLD, add a 50/50 mixture of clean water could get too hot butyou wouldn’t get the (preferably distilled) and DEX-COOL’ (silicate-free) overheat warning. Your engine could catch fire antifkeeze at the coolant recoverytank. (See “Engine and you or otherscould be burned.Use a 50/50 Coolant” in the Index for more information.) mix of clean water andDEX-COOL@ coolant.

Adding only plain water to yourcooling system NOTICE: can be dangerous. Plainwater, or some other In cold weather, water canfreeze and crack the liquid likealcohol, can boil before the proper engine, radiator, heater core and otherparts. coolant mix will. Your vehicle’scoolant warning Use the recommended coolantand the proper system is set for the proper coolantmix. coolant mix. CAUTION: (Continued)

5-18 When the coolant in the molant recovery tank is at

cool before-you do it.

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8. Then replace the pressure cap. At any time during this procedure if coolant begins toflow out of the filler neck, reinstallthe pressure cap. Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this.

6. Start the engine and let it run until you canfeel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch forout the engine fans. 7. By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower.If the levelis lower, add more of the properDEX-COOL@ coolant mixture through the filler neck untilthe level reaches the base of the filler neck.

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Removing the Spare Tire and Tools

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The equipment you’ll needis in the trunk. The following steps willtell you how to use thejack and Instructions for changing yourtires are on the insideof change a tire. the tire cover. You can rest the cover near youfor easy reference while you change the tire. Lift and removethe spare tire coverfor access to the spare tire andjack. Remove the wheel wrench andjack from the jack container. Turn the spare tire retainer bolt counterclockwise and remove the retainer assembly. Remove the spare tire from-thetrunk.

Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire ///

3. Rotate the wheel wrench clockwise to raisethe jack lift head a few inches.

1. Position the wheel wrench securely overthe wheel nuts to loosen, butdon't remove them yet. 2. Attach the wheel wrench tothe bolt on the end of the jack to create ajack handle.

5-27 I-, -AUTIOI I -1 I IIWI I -1 I+ I Getting under a vehicle whenit is jacked up is 1 dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack,you could be badlyinjured or killed. Never getunder a vehicle whenit is supported only by a jack.

Raising your vehicle withthe jack improperly 4. Near each wheel well is a notchin the frame to position thejack head. You'll find the word JACK positioned can damage the vehicle and even and an arrow stampedinto the plastic near each make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal notch. Position thejack under the vehicle and raise injury and vehicle damage, besure to fit the the jack head until itfits firmly against the sheet jack lift headinto the proper location before metal next tothe word JACK. Donot raise the raising the vehicle. vehicle yet. Put the compact spare near you.

5-28 7. Remove any rust ordirt fi-om the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel.

5. Raise the vehicle byrotating the wheel wrench clockwise. Raisethe vehicle far enough off the Rust or dirton the wheel, or on the parts to ground so there is enough room for the sparetire which itis fastened, can makethe wheel nuts to fit. become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a 6. Remove all the wheel nuts and takeoff the flat tire. wheel, remove anyrust or dirt from theplaces where thewheel attaches to thevehicle. In an emergency, you can usea cloth or a paper towel to do this; butbe sure touse a scraper orwire brush later, if you need to, to get all the rust or dirt off.

5-29 . ~. 9. Repiace the wheei nuts I with the rounded endof the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut Never use oilor grease on studs or nuts. If you by hand until the wheel do, the nuts might come loose.Your wheel could is held against the hub. fall off, causing a-1 serious accident. If a nut cannot be tightened by hand, use the wrench and seeyour dealer right away.

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Storing the Flat Tire and Tools NOTICE: E Ij' Improperly tightenedwheel nuts can lead to

brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid ~ ~ ~~~~~~ expensive brake repairs,evenly tighten thewheel Storing a jack, a tire or other equipmentin the nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper passenger compartmentof the vehicle could torque specification. cause injury.In a sudden stopor collision, loose equipment could strikesomeone. Store allthese 12. Then replace the wheel cover. Be sure to position in the properplace. the alignment pin onthe cover with the notchin the wheel. Apply pressure around the edgeof the cap to Store theflat tire as far forward in the trunk as pos'sible. snap it in place. Store thejack and wheel wrenchin their compartmentin the trunk. For storage, thejack must be raised until the I NOTICE: screw endis flush with the edgeof the jack.

5-32 Storing the Spare Tire and Tools SPAR,ETIRE COVER ~ ~~

Compact Spare Tire NOTICE: Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly.It should be60 psi When the compact spare is installed, don’t take (420 Wa). your vehicle through an automatic carwash with guide rails. The compact spare canget caught on After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you the rails. That can damage the tire andwheel, should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare and maybe other partsof your vehicle. tire is correctly inflated.The compact spareis made to perfom well at speeds up to65 mph (105 kmh) for distances up to3,000 miles (5 000 km), so you can finish Don’t use your compact spare on other vehicles. your trip and have your full-size tire repaired or replaced where you want. Of course, it’s best to replace your spare And don’t mix your compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires. They won’tfit. Keep your spare with a full-size tireas soon as you can. Your sparewill last longer and be in good shapein case you need it again. tire and its wheel together. I NOTICE:

Tire chainswon’t fit your compact spare.Using them can damage yourvehicle and can damage the chainstoo. Don’t usetire chains on your compact spare. If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow NOTICE: What you don’t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is Spinning yourwheels can destroy parts of your to spin your wheelstoo fast. The method known as vehicle as well as thetires. If you spin thewheels “rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, but too fastwhile shifting your transaxle backand you must use caution. forth, you can destroy your transaxle. fi I A CAUTION: For information about using tire chains on your vehicle, - see “Tire Chains”in the Index. If you let your tires spin at h speed, they can ‘ Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out ~ explode, and you or otherscould be injured. I And, the transaxle or other parts of the vehicle First, turn your steering wheelleft and right. That will clear the area around yourfront wheels. If your vehicle ~ can overheat. That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage. Whenyou’re has traction control, you shouldturn the system off. (See “Traction Control System”in the Index.) Then shift stuck, spin thewheels as little as possible. Don’t back and forth betweenREVERSE (R) and a forward spin the wheels above 35 mph (55 kmh) as shown gear, spinningthe wheels as little as possible. Release on the speedometer. the accelerator pedal while you shift, and press lightly on the accelerator pedal whenthe transaxle isin gear. If that doesn’t get you out aftera few tries, you may need to be towed out.If you do need to be towed out,see “Towing Your Vehicle” in the Index.

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5-36 Section 6 Service and Appearance Care

6-2 6-51 6-3 6-51 6-8 6-55 6.11 6-58 6-16 6-58 6-1 7 6-59 6-1 8 6-60 6-2 1 6-61 6-25 6-67 6-26 6-69 6-28 6-70 6-3 1 6-72 6-33 6-72 6-36 6-72 6-43 6-72 Service Your Buick dealerkn6Ws y&&Tehicle best and wants you to be happy withit. We hope you’llgo to your dealer for all your service needs. You’ll get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. We hope you’ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts haveone of these marks: Your vehicle has an air bag system. B,efore attemptingto do your own sexvicework, see “Sqi4!cing Your Air Bag-Equipped~Buick” in the Index. n You should keep a record withall parts receipts and list the mileage -and the dace of ‘anyservice work you W perbm. ‘See “MaintenanceRecord“ in the Index, Delco

6-2 Adding Equipment to the Outsideof Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outsideof your vehicle can You can be injured andyour vehicle could be affect the airflow around it.This may cause wind noise damaged if you try to doservice work ona and affect windshield washer performance. Check with vehicle without knowing enoughabout it. your Buick dealer before adding equipment the to outside of your vehicle. Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper replacement parts Fuel and tools before you attempt anyvehicle The 8th digitof your vehicle identification number maintenance task. (VIN) shows the code letter for your engine.You will Be sure touse the proper nuts, bolts and find the VIN at the topleft of your instrument panel. other fasteners. “English” and “metric” (See “Vehicle Identification Number”in the Index.) fasteners canbe easily confused. If you use the wrong fasteners, partscan later break If you have the 3800 engine (VIN Code K), use regular unleaded gasoline rated at87 octane or higher.If you’re or fall off. You could be hurt. using fuel rated at the recommended octane or higher and you still hear heavy knocking, your engine needs service. But don’t worryif you hear alittle pinging noise when you’re acceleratingor driving up ahill. That’s normal, and you don’t have to buy a higher octane fuelto get rid of pinging. It’s the heavy, constant knock that means you have a problem.

To provide cleaner air, all gasolinesin the United States Fuels in Foreign Countries are now required to contain additives that will help prevent depositsfrom forming in your engine andfuel If you plan on drivingin another country outside the system, allowing your emission control systemto United States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard function properly. Therefore, you should not have to find. Never use leaded gasoline or any otherfuel not to add anything tothe fuel. In addition, gasolines recommended in the previous texton fuel. Costly repairs containing oxygenates, such as ethers and ethanol, and caused by use of improperfuel wouldn’t be coveredby reformulated gasolines may be availablein your area to your warranty. help clean theair. General Motors recommends that you To check on fuel availability, ask an autoclub, or use these gasolinesif they comply withthe contact a majoroil company that does businessin the specifications described earlier. country where you’ll be driving. You can also write us atthe following addressfor NOTICE: advice. Just tell us where you’re going and give your Vehicle Identification Number(VIN). Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that General Motors International Product Center contains methanol. Don’t use it.It can corrode 1908 Colonel Sam Drive metal partsin your fuel system and also damage Oshawa, OntarioL1H 8P7 plastic and rubber parts. That damage wouldn’t be covered under your warranty.

6-5 Filling Your Tank

Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from gasoline.

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The cap is behind a hinged dooron the left sideof your vehicle.

6-6 6-7 too quickly. This spray can happenif your tank is nearly full, andis more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel filler capslowly and wait for any “hiss” noise to stop. Then unscrew the capall An electric fanunder thehood can start up and the way. injure you even when the engineis not running. Keep hands, clothing andtools away from any underhood electric fan. Be careful not to spill gasoline. Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soon as possible.See “Cleaning the Outside of Your Buick” in the Index. When you put the cap back on,turn it to the right (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure you fully install the cap. Things that burn canget on hot engineparts and start a fire. These include liquids likegasoline, NOTICE: oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washerand other fluids, and plastic or rubber. You or others If you need a new cap, besure to get the right could be burned. Be careful not to dropor spill type. Your dealer can get one foryou. If you get things that will burn ontoa hot engine. the wrong type, it may not fit or have proper venting, and your fueltank and emissions system might be damaged.

6-8 'i Hood Release

I 3800 Supercharged (L67) Engine (Option) When you open the hoodon the 3800 Supercharged engine, here’swhat,you will see (the3800 Non-Supercharged (L36) engine is similar):

6-10 A. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir The Powertrain Control Module (PCM), works with B. Remote Positive Battery Terminal a vacuum control to regulate the increased pressure required during specific driving conditions. When this C. Radiator Pressure Cap . ,. in&fia’sed pressure or boostis not desired, such as during D. Supercharged Engine Oil Dipstick idling and light throttle cruising, the excessair that the supercharger is pumping is routed through a bypass. E. Supercharged Oil Fill Cap All of these controls working together provide high F. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick performance, character andfuel efficiency in the 3800 V6 Supercharged Buick engine. G. Brake Master Cylinder H. Supercharged Engine Coolant RecoveryTank Engine Oil I.Air Cleaner If the CHECKOIL LEVEL Your vehicle may have a 3800 Supercharged engine. light onthe instrument Buick chose supercharging rather than turbocharging panel comes on,it means because Buick emphasizes smooth, refined power. you need to check your C HE C K 0 IL engine oil level right away. The supercharger is a device which is designed to pump more air into the engine than it would normally use. LEVEL This air, mixed withfuel, creates increased engine power. Since the supercharger is a pump and is driven from an engine accessory drive belt, increased pressure is available at all driving conditions. For more mformation, see “Check Oil Level Light”in the Index.You should check your engineoil level regularly; this is an added reminder.

6-11 Checking Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick .and clean it ,with a paper towel ar cloth, then push it back in all the way.. Remcwe:it-again, keeping the tip down, and check the level. - ~ When to Add Oil What Kind of Oil to Use If the oil is at or belowthe ADD mark, thenyou’ll need Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identifiedby to add at leastone quart of oil. But you must usethe looking for the “Starburst” symbol. This symbol right kind.This part explains what kindof oil to use. For indicates that theoil has been certsed by the American crankcase capacity, see “Capacities and Specifications” Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use anyoil which in the Index. does not carry this Starburst symbol. If you change your own oil, NOTICE: be sure you use oil that has the Starburst symbol on the Don’t add too much oil.If your engine hasso 1 front of the oil container. If much oil that the oil level gets above the you have youroil changed for you, be sure theoil put cross-hatched area that shows the proper into your engine is operating range, your engine could be damaged. American Petroleum Institute certified for Add engine oil at the engige oil fill cap nextto the gasoline engines. oil dipstick. Be sure tofill it enough to putthe level somewherein You should also use the proper viscosity oilfor your the proper operating range. Push the dipstickall the way vehicle, as shownin the following chart: back in when you’re through.

6-13 As shown in the chart,SAE 1OW- -3 is best for your RECOMMENDED SAE VlSCOSlTT GRADE ENGINE OILS vehicle. However, you can useSAE 5W-30 if it's going FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST to be colder than60" F (16" C) before your next oil SAE VlSCOSllV GRADE OIL FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE. change. When it's very cold, you should useSAE 5W-30. These numbers on anoil container show its viscosity, or thickness.Do not use other viscosity oils, HOT such asSAE 2OW-50. WEATHER NOTICE: +loo- - +38

+80- -+27 Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines +60--+16 "Starburst" symbol. Failureto use the +40- -+4 recommended oil can result in engine damage +20---7 not covered by your warranty.

0 - --18 GM Goodwrench@ oil meetsall the requirements for your vehicle. If you are in an area where the temperature falls below -20°F (-29"C), consider using either 5W-30 COLD an SAE WEATHER synthetic oil or anSAE OW-30 oil. Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine DO NOT USE SAE 2OW-50 OR ANY OTHER GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED at extremely low temperatures.

6-14 Engine Oil Additives If none of them is true, use the longtripkghway maintenance schedule. Change the oil andfilter every Don’t add anythingto your oil. Your Buick dealeris 7,500 miles (12 500 km)or 12 months -- whichever ready to adviseif you think something should be added. occurs first. Driving a vehicle witha fully warmed When to Change Engine Oil engine under highway conditions causes engineoil to break down slower. If any one of these is true for you, usethe short trip/city maintenance schedule: What to Do with Used Oil a Most trips are less than5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km). Did you know that used engineoil contains certain This is particularly important when outside elements that may be unhealthyfor your skin and could temperatures are below freezing. even cause cancer? Don’tlet used oil stay on yourskin for very long. Clean yourskin and nails with soap and a Most tripsinclude extensive idling (such as frequent water, or a good hand cleaner. Wash or properly throw driving in stop-and-go traffic). away clothing or rags containing used engine oil. (See a Most trips are through dusty areas. the manufacturer’s warnings aboutthe use and disposal a You frequently tow a trailer or usea carrier on topof of oil products.) your vehicle. Used oil can be areal threat to the environment.If you a The vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi change your ownoil, be sure to drain all free-flowing oil or other commercial application. from the filter before disposal. Don’t ever disposeof oil by putting it in the trash, pouringit on the ground, into Driving under these conditions causes engineoil to sewers, orinto streams or bodies of water. Instead, break down sooner.If any one of these is true for your recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil.If vehicle, then you need to change youroil and filter you have a problem properly disposingof your used oil, every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months -- whichever ask your dealer, a service station or a local recycling occurs first. center for help.

6-15 Air Cleaner Remove the air cleaner assembly as follows: 1. Remove the air duct clamp and separate the duct from the air cleaner cover. Rotate the duct on the throttle body upwardso it is out of the way. 2. Detach the electrical connector and remove the air cleaner cover by flippingthe two latches on the bottom inboard sideof the cover. 3. Tilt and pullthe cover toward the engine to disengage it from the assembly. 4. Remove the old filter and install the new one. 5. Reinstall the air cleaner cover by sliding the tabs into the base of the air cleaner and locking thetwo latches. Reinstall the electrical connector. 6. Rotate the inlet duct into position and slideit onto As you face the frontof the vehicle,the air cleaner isin the air cleaner outlet, then tighten the clamp. the front right sectionof the engine compartment. There Refer to the Maintenance Scheduleto determine when to is a filter inside the air cleaner. replace the air filter. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index.

6-16 Supercharger Oil Unless you are technically qualified and have the Operating theengine withthe aircleaner off can proper tools, you should let cause you or others tobe burned. The aircleaner your dealeror a qualified not only cleans theair, it stops flameif the engine service center perform backfires. If it isn’t there, and theengine this maintenance. backfires, you could be burned.Don’t drive with it off, and be careful workingon the engine with the aircleaner off.

NOTICE: When to Check If the air cleaner is off, a backfire can cause a Check oil level every 30,000 miles (50 000 krn) or every damaging enginefire. And, dirt caneasily get 36 months, whichever occursfirst. into your engine, whichwill damage it. Always What Kind of Oil to Use have theair cleaner in place whenyou’re driving. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants”in the Index and use onlythe recommended oil.

6-17 How to Check and Ad(. - -1 Automatic Transaxle Fluid Check oil only when the engi-_-is cold. Allow the engine to cooltwo to three hours after running. When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engineoil is changed. Change both the fluid andfilter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under If you remove the supercharger oil fill plug while one or moreof these conditions: the engine is hot, pressuremay cause hot oil to In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature blow out of the oil fill hole.You may be burned. regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher. Do not remove the plug until the engine cools. 0 In hilly or mountainous terrain. When doing frequent trailer towing. 1. Clean the area around theoil fill plug before removing it. 0 Uses such as foundin taxi, police or delivery service. 2. Remove the oil fill plug using a3/16 inch Allen .wench. If you do not use your vehicle under ofany these conditions, the fluid andfilter do not require changing. 3. The oil level is correct whenit just reaches the bottom of the threads of the inspection hole. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services”in the Index. 4. Replace the oil plug with the O-ring in place. Torque to 88 lb-in (10 Nam).

6-18 How to Check To get the right reading, the fluid should be at normal operating temperature, whichis 1SO"F to 200°F Because this operation can be littlea difficult, you may (82°C to 93°C). choose to have thisdone at your Buick dealership Service Department. Get the vehicle warmed upby driving about 15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures are above50°F If you do it yourself, be sure to followall the instructions (10°C). If it's colder than50°F (lO"C), you may here, or you could geta false reading onthe dipstick. have to drive longer. NOTICE: Checking the Fluid Level 0 Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the Too much or too little fluid can damage your engine running. transaxle. Too much can mean that some of the 0 With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts in PARK (P). or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. Be sure to 0 With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift get an accurate reading you if check your lever through each gear range, pausingfor about transaxle fluid. three seconds in each range. Then, position the shift lever in PARK (P). Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle 0 Let the engine run at idlefor three tofive minutes. fluid level if you have been driving:

When outside temperaturesare above 90 OF(32 " C). 0 At high speed for quite a while. In heavy traffic - especially in hot weather. While pulling a trailer.

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E.ngirt- Coolant What to Use NOTICE: Use a mixtureof one-half clean water(preferably distilled) and one-halfDEX-COOL@ coolmt which When addingcoolant, it is important thatyou use won't damage aluminum parts.If you use this mixture, only DEX-COOL@(silicate-free) coolant. you don't np-4 to add anything else. If coolant other than DEX-COOL@is added to the system, premature engine, heater coreor radiator corrosion may result. In addition, the engine coolantwill require change sooner-- at ~~~~~~~~ ~~~~ ~~~ 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 24 months, Adding only plain water to yourcooling system whichever occursfirst. Damage causedby the use can be dangerous. Plainwater, or some other of coolant other than DEX-COOL@is not liquid likealcohol, can boil before the proper covered by your new vehicle warranty. coolant mix will. Your vehicle's coolant warning system is set for the proper coolantmix. With plain water or thewrong mix, your engine could get too hot but you wouldn't get the overheat warning. Your engine could catch fireand you or others couldbe burned. Use a 50/50 mix of clean water and DEX-COOL@coolant.

6-22 Checking Coolant NOTICE:

If you use an impropercoolant mix, your engine could overheat andbe badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Too much water in themix can freeze and crack theengine, radiator, heater core and other parts.

If you have to add coolant more than four timesa year, have your dealer check your cooling system.

I NOTICE: The engine coolant recovery tankis located on the If you use the propercoolant, you don’t have to driver’s sideof the engine compartment. add extra inhibitors or additiveswhich claim to When your engineis cold, the coolant level shouldbe at improve thesystem. These can be harmful. FULL COLD or a little higher. When your engineis warm, the level should be up FULL to HOT or a little higher.

6-23 If this light comes on, it means you’re low on engine coolant. LOW Turning the radiator pressure capwhen the COOLANT engine and radiator are hot canallow steam and LEVEL scalding liquids toblow out and burnyou badly. With the coolant recovery tank,you will almost never have toadd coolant at the radiator. .L Never turn the radiator pressure cap-- even a little -- when the engineand radiator arehot. Adding Coolant If you need more coolant,add the properDEX-COOL’ I coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank, but be 1 carefulnot to spill it.

You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant containsethylene glycol, and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don’t spill coolant ona hot engine. Radiator Pressure Cap Power Steering Fluid I NOTICE: Your radiator cap isa 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure-type cap and mustbe tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tubeon the radiator filler neck.

When you replace your radiator pressurecap, a GM cap is recommended. Thermostat Engine coolant temperatureis controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system.The thermostat stopsthe flow of coolant through the radiator untilthe coolant reaches a preset temperature. When you replace your thermostat,GM a thermostat is recommended.

6-25 When to Check Power Steering Fluid What to Use It is not necessary to regularly check power steering To determine what kindof fluid to use,see fluid unless you suspect thereis a leak in the system or “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants”in the Index. you hear an unusual noise.A fluid loss in this system Always use the properfluid. Failure to use the proper could indicatea problem. Have the system inspected fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals. and repaired. Windshield Washer Fluid The power steering fluid reservoir on L36the and L67 I engine is located belowthe generator and behind the What to Use accessory drive belt. When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read How To Check Power Steering Fluid the manufacturer’s instructions before use.If you will be operating your vehiclein an area wherethe temperature When the engine compartwentis cool, wipethe cap and may fall below freezing, usea fluid that has sufficient the tap of the reservoir clean, then unscrew the cap and protection against freezing. wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap and completely tightenit. Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick. The level should be at the FULLCOLD mark. If necessary, add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark.

6-26 Adding Washer Fluid NOTICE:

0 When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. 0 Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution freeze to and damage your washerfluid tank and other partsof the washersystem. Also, water doesn’t clean as well as washerfluid. 0 Fill your washer fluid tankonly three-quarters full whenit’s very cold. This allows for expansionif freezing occurs, which could damage the tankif it is Open .thecap .labeled WASHER FLUID ONLY. Add completely full. washer fluid until the tankis full. 0 Don’t use radiator antifreeze in your windshield washer. It can damage your washer system and paint.

6-27 Brakes system fixed, since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won’t work well, or won’t work atall. Brake Fluid So, it isn’t a good idea to “topoff’ your brake fluid. Adding brake fluid won’t correcta leak. If you add fluid when your liningsare worn, then you’ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings.You should add (or remove) brake fluid, as necessary, only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system. I A CAUTION: - If you have too much brake fluid, it can spill on the engine. The fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough.You or others could be burned, and your vehicle could be damaged. Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake Your brake master cylinder reservoiris here. It is filled hydraulic system. with DOT-3 brake fluid. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid levelin the When your brake fluid fallsto a low level, your brake reservoir might godown. The first is that the brake fluid warning light will come on.A chime will sound if you goes down toan acceptable level during normal brake try to drive with this warning light on. See “Brake lining wear. When new liningsare putin, the fluid level System Warning Light’’in the Index. goes back up. The other reasonis that fluid is leaking out of the brake system.If it is, you should have your brake 6-28 What toAdd When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake NOTICE: fluid -- such as Delco Supreme11 @ (GM Part No. 12377967). Use new brakefluid from a sealed Using the wrong fluid can badly damage container only. brake system parts. For example, just afew Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap andthe area drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine around the cap before removing it.This will help keep oil, in your brakesystem can damagebrake dirt from entering the reservoir. system parts so badly that they’ll have tobe replaced. Don’t let someone put in the wrong kindof fluid. If you spill brake fluid on yourvehicle’s painted surfaces, the paint finishcan be With the wrong kindof fluid in yourbrake damaged. Be careful not tospill brake fluid system, yourbrakes maynot workwell, or they on your vehicle. If you do, wash it off may not even work at all. This could causea immediately. See (‘Appearance Care” in crash. Always use the proper brake fluid. the Index.

6-29 Brake Wear Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes arefirst applied or lightly Your Buick has four-wheel disc brakes. applied. This does not mean something is wrong with Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a your brakes. high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or prevent brake pulsation. Whentires are rotated, inspect be heard all the the your vehicle is moving (except when brake pads for wear and evenly torque wheel nutsin the you are pushing on the brake pedalMy). proper sequence toGM specifications. Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets.

I See “Brake System Inspection” in Section7 of this I rThe brake wear warning sound means that soon manual under Part C “Periodic Maintenance Inspections.” your brakes won’t work well. That could leadto Brake Pedal Travel I an accident. When you hear the brake wear warning sound, have your vehicle serviced. See your dealerif the brake pedal does not return to normal height, or if thereis a rapid increase in pedal travel. This could be a signof brake trouble. Brake Adjustment I NOTICE: I Every time you applythe brakes, with or without the vehicle moving, your brakes adjust for wear. Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads , couldresult in costly brake repair.

6-30 Replacing Brake System Parts The battery is located under the rear seat cushion. To access the battery,see “Removing the Rear Seat The braking system on a modern vehicleis complex. Its Cushion” in the Index.You don’t need to accessthe many parts have to beof top quality and workwell battery to jump start your vehicle.See “Jump Starting” together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. in the Index. Your vehicle was designed and tested with top-quality GM brake parts. When you replace partsof your braking system -- for example, when your brake linings wear down and you have tohave new ones putin -- be sure you get new approved GM replacement parts. If you I don’t, your brakes may no longer work properly. For A battery that isn’t properly vented can let example, if someone putsin brake linings that are wrong sulfuric acid fumesinto the area under the rear for your vehicle,the balance between yourfront and seat cushion. These fumes can damage yourrear rear brakes can change-- for the worse. The braking seat safety belt systems.You may not be able to performance you’ve cometo expect can changein many see this damage,and the safety belts might not other ways if someone putsin the wrong replacement provide the protection needed ina crash. If a brake parts. replacement battery is ever needed,it must be Battery vented inthe same manner as the original battery. Always make sure that the vent hose Every new Buick has a DelcoFreedom@ battery. You never have to add water to oneof these. When it’s time is properly reattached before reinstalling the for a new battery, we recommend a Delco Freedom seat cushion. battery. Get one that hasthe replacement number shown on the original battery’s label.

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~ Vehicle Storage If you’re not going to drive your vehiclefor 25 days or more, takeoff the black, negative(-) cable from the battery. This will help keep your battery from running down.

E Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode.You can be badly hurt ifyou aren’t careful. See “Jump Starting” in the Index for tipson working around a battery without To be sure the vent hose (A) is properly attached, the getting hurt. vent hose connectors(B) must be securely reattached to the vent outlets (C) on each sideof the battery, and the Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle vent assembly grommet(D) must be secured to the floor for longer storage periods. Pan (E). Also, for your audio system, see “Theft-Deterrent Feature” in the Index.

6-32 Bulb Replacement Exterior Front Bulbs 2. Detach the electrical connector and remove theair cleaner cover by flipping the two latches on the bottom inboard sideof the cover. 3. Tilt and pull the cover toward the engine to disengage it from the assembly. 4. Remove the filter and install the new one. 5. Reinstall the air cleaner coverby sliding the tabsinto the base of the air cleaner and locking the two latches. Reinstall the electrical connector. 6. Rotate the inlet duct into positionand slide onto the air cleaner outlet, then tighten the clamp.

If more hand clearance is required, remove the air cleaner assembly as follows: 1. Remove the air duct clamp and separate the duct from the air cleaner cover. Rotate the ducton the throttle body upwardso it is out of the way.

6-34 Headlamps 1. Loosen thetwo bolts on the inboard edgeof the headlamp assembly. This allows you to pull out the assembly for more hand clearance when changing bulbs. 2. Reach into the assembly and turn the bulb socket one-quarter of a turn toward the center of the engine compartment, while pressing it firmly.

3. Remove the wire connector from the bulb by lifting the lock tab and pulling it away fiomthe plastic base. The right high-beam headlamp access areais next to the radiator pressure cap. 4. Install the bulb by putting the small tab(D) into the small notch in the lamp (E). The right low-beam headlamp access area is to the right and slightly behindthe high beam area. 5. Turn the bulb socket one-quarterof a turn making sure the tab is properly engaged in the panel slot. The left high-beam headlamp accessarea is located near the air cleaner. 6. To reassemble, attach the wire connector(A) to the The left low-beam headlamp access areais behind and plastic base making sure the lock tab(B) is over the lock (C). between the high-beam area andthe air cleaner,

6-35 Front Turn Signal Lamps If your vehicle is damagedin an accident and the The turn signal bulb is located in the front fascia. headlamp aim seems to be affected, seeyour Buick I dealer. Headlamps on damaged vehicles may require 1. Remove the panel on the undersideof the bulb assembly recalibration of the horizontal aim byyour Buick dealer. by pulling thetwo fasteners that hold itin place. To check the aim, the vehicle should be-properly 2. Reach in to press the locking tab and twist the bulb prepared as follows: socket one-quarter of a turn counterclockwise. 0 The vehicle must haveall four tires on a perfectly 3. .Replacethe bulb, then reassemble by reversing Steps level surface. 1 and 2. 0 The vehicle should not have any snow, ice or mud I Headlamp Aiming attached to it. Your vehicle has the composite headlamp system. These 0 There should not be any cargo or loadingof the 1 headlamps have horizontal and vertical aim indicators vehicle, exceptit should have afull tank of gas and The airn has been pre-set at the factoryand should need one person or160 lbs. (75 kg) on the driver’s seat. no further adjustment. Tires should be properly inflated.

6. It is recommended that the upper limit not exceed plus NOTICE: 0.4 degrees from the centerof the bubble. Other drivers 1. may flash their high beams at you if your adjustmentis much above plus 0.4 degrees. To make sure your headlamps are aimed properly, read all the instructions before beginning. Failure to follow these instructions could cause damage to headlamp parts.

State inspection stations will allow a vertical readingof plus 0.76 degrees or minus0.76 degrees from the center of the bubble.

Exterior Rear Bulbs The entire taillamp assembly must be removed to change any of these bulbs.To access them, do the following:

Taillamps: A, B and C Rear Turn Signal:A and C Back-up Lamps: D 1. Remove the screws that securethe trunk trirn over the taillamp area.

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TaillampdRear Turn Signal/Back-Up Lamps The following instructions explain how to change each bulb.

2. pull the bulb straight out to remove it from the socket. 3. Install a new bulbinto the socket. Reverse the instructions to replace the taillarnp assembly. 1. Remove the bulb socket assemblyby squeezing the plastic lock and turning it one-quarter of a turn counterclockwise.

6-41 2,. insert a small screwdriver into me hale (A) and pull the blade assemblyoff the wiper arrn (B). .. Inflation -- Tire Pressure NOTICE: (Continued) The Tire-Loading Information label, which is located on the rear edgeof the driver’s door shows the correct If your tires have too much air (overinflation), inflation pressuresfor your tires when they’re cold. you can get thefollowing: “Cold” means your vehicle has been sittingfor at least three hours or driven no more than1 mile (1.6 km). 0 Unusual wear Bad handling Rough ride NOTICE: Needless damage from road hazards.

Don’t let anyone tellyou that underinflation or When to Check overinflation is all right. It’s not. If your tires don’t have enoughair (underinflation),you can Check your tires once a monthor more. get thefollowing: Don’t forget your compact spare tire.It should be at 0 Too much flexing 60 psi (420 Wa). Too much heat How to Check 0 Tire overloading Bad wear Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire Bad handling pressure. You can’t tell if your tires are properly inflated Bad fuel economy. simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they’re underinflated. NOTICE: (Continued) Be sure to put the valve caps backon the valve stems. They help prevent leaks by keeping outdirt and moisture.

6-44 Tire Inspection and Rotation When rotating your tires, always use the correct rotation pattern shown here. Tires should be rotated every6,000 to 8,000 miles (10 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual Don’t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation. wear, rotate yourtires as soon as possible and check After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and wheel alignment. Also checkfor damaged tires or rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire-Loading wheels. See “When It’s Timefor New Tires” and Information label. Make certain that all wheel nuts are “Wheel Replacement”later in this sectionfor properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque”in more information. the Index. The purposeof regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. The first rotation is the most important.See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Indexfor scheduled rotation intervals. Rust or dirton a wheel, or on the parts towhich it is fastened, can makewheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause mi 0 an accident. When you change a wheel, remove \ any rust or dirt fromplaces where thewheel attaches to thevehicle. In anemergency, you can use a clothor a paper towel to do this;but be sure touse a scraper orwire brush later, if you need to, to get all the rust or dirtoff. (See “Changing a Flat Tire” in the Index.)

6-45 When It’s Time for New One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining.

You need a newtire if any of the following statements are true: a You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire. a You can see cord orfabric showing through the tire’s rubber. The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut or snagged deep enough to show cord orfabric. The tire has a bump, bulge or split.

6-46 I car tires. The Uniform Tire Quality Grading system does not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires, space-saver or temporary use spare tires, tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), Mlxmg tires could causeyou to lose control while or to some limited-production tires. driving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types While the tires available on General Motors passenger (radial andbias-belted tires), the vehicle may not cars and light trucks may vary with respectto these handle properly, and you could havea crash. grades, they must also conform to Federal safety Using tires of different sizes may also cause requirements and additional General Motors Tire damage to yourvehicle. Be sure touse the same Performance Criteria (TPC) standards. size and type tires on allwheels. It's all right to drivewith your compact spare, Treadwear though. It was developed for use on yourvehicle. The treadwear grade is a comparative rating basedon the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For Uniform Tire QualityGrading example, a tire graded150 would wear one and a half The following information relates to the system (1 1/2) timesas well on the government course as a tire developed bythe United States National Highway graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends Traffk Safety Administration, which grades tires by upon the actual conditionsof their use, however, and treadwear, traction and temperature performance. (This may depart significantly from the normdue to variations applies only to vehicles soldin the United States.) The in driving habits, service practices and differencesin grades are moldedon the sidewalls of most passenger road characteristics and climate.

6-47 Traction -- A, B, C Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is 7 The traction grades, from highest to lowest, areA, B, and established for a tire that is properly inflated and not -C,and they represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or cpavementas measured under controlled conditions on excessive loading, either separately or in combination, :specified government test surfacesof asphalt and concrete. can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. -Atire marked C may have poor traction performance. Wheel Alignment andTire Balance ‘Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced ion braking (straightahead) traction tests and does not v. carefully at the factory to give you the longest tireLife mclude cornering (turning) traction. and best overall performance. Temperature -- A, B, C Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not needed. However, if you notice unusual tire wear or The temperature gradesare A (the highest),B, and C, arepresenting the tire’s resistance theto generation of your vehicle pulling one way or the other, the alignment !heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under may need to be reset.If you notice your vehicle gcontrolled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory vibrating when drivingon a smooth road, your wheels ,test wheel. Sustained high temperaturecan cause the may need to be rebalanced. :material of the tire to degenerate and reduce life,tire and nexcessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a levelof performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety StandardNo. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levelsof performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel thatis bent, cracked, or badly rusted or corroded.If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced.If the Using the wrong replacementwheels, wheel bolts wheel leaks air, replaceit (except some aluminum or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous. wheels, which can sometimes be repaired).See your It could affect thebraking and handlingof your Buick dealerif any of these conditions exist. vehicle, make your tireslose air a,nd makeyou Your dealer will knowthe kind of wheel you need. lose control. You could havea collision in which Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying you or others couldbe injured. Always use capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the the correctwheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts sarne wayas the oneit replaces. for replacement. If you need to replaceany of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace themonly with new GM original equipment parts.This way, you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for yonr Buick model. NOTICE:

The wrongwheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance and tireor tire chain clearance to thebody and chassis.

See “Changing a Flat Tire” in the Indexfor more information. Used Replacement Wheels Tire Chains

A r!l CAUTION:;

Putting a used wheel on yourvehicle is Use tire chainsonly where legal and only when dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used or you must. Use only SAE Class “S” type chains how far it’s been driven. It could fail suddenly that are the propersize for yourtires. Install and cause an accident. Ifyou have to replace a them on the front tires and tighten them as wheel, use a new GM original equipmentwheel. tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened. Driveslowly and follow the chain manufacturer’s instructions. Ifyou can hear the chains contacting yourvehicle, stop and retighten them. If the contact continues,slow down until it stops. Driving too fast or spinning thewheels with chains onwill damage yourvehicle. Appearance Care Don’t use anyof these unless this manual says you can. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike a 0 Alcohol match orget them on a hot partof the vehicle. Some are Laundry Soap dangerous if you breathe their fumesin a closed space. 0 Bleach When you use anythingfrom a container to clean your Buick, be sure to followthe manufacturer’s warnings 0 ReducingAgents and instructions. And always open your doors or windows when you’re cleaningthe inside. Cleaning the Insideof Your Buick Use a vacuum cleaner often to get ofrid dust and loose Never use these to clean your vehicle: dirt. Wipe vinyl or leather witha clean, damp cloth. 0 Gasoline Your Buick dealer has two cleaners, a solvent-type spot 0 Benzene lifter and a foam-type powdered cleaner. They will clean normal spots andstains very well. Do not use them on 0 Naphtha vinyl or leather. 0 Carbon Tetrachloride Here are some cleaning tips: 0 Acetone 1. Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. 0 Paint Thinner 2. Clean up stains as soon as you can-- before they set. 0 Turpentine 3. Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area 0 Lacquer Thinner often. A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn. 4. Use solvent-type cleaners in a well-ventilated area 0 Nail Polish Remover only. If you use them, don’tsaturate the stained area. They can all be hazardous some more than -- 5. If a ring forms after spot cleaning, cleanthe entire others and they canall damage your vehicle, too. -- area immediatelyor it will set. Using Foam-Type Cleaner on Fabric If you need to usea solvent: 1. Vacuum and brushthe area to remove any loose dirt. 1. Gently scrape excess soil fromthe trim material with a clean, dull knife or scraper. 2. Always clean a whole trim panel or section. Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines. 2. Use very little cleaner, light pressure and clean cloths (preferably cheesecloth). Cleaning should start at the 3. Mix Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner followingthe outside of the stain, “feathering” toward the center. directions on the container label. 3. Keep changingto a clean sectionof the cloth. 4. Use suds only and apply with a clean sponge. Don’t saturate the material and don’t rubit roughly. 4. When you clean a stain fromfabric, immediately dry the area with a blow dryer to help prevent a 5. As soon as you’ve cleanedthe section, use a sponge cleaning ring. to remove the suds. 6. Rinse the section with a clean, wet sponge. Special Cleaning Problems 7. Wipe off what’s left with a slightly damp paper towel Greasy or Oily Stains or cloth. Stains caused by grease, oil, butter, margarine, shoe 8. Dry it immediately with a blow dryer. polish, coffee with cream, chewing gum, cosmetic 9. Wipe with a clean cloth. creams, vegetable oils, wax crayon, tar and asphalt can be removed as follows: Using Solvent-Type Cleaneron Fabric 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain. First, see if you have to use solvent-type cleaner at all. 2. Follow the solvent-type instructions described earlier. Some spots and stainswill clean off better withjust water and mild soap. Shoe polish, wax crayon, tar and asphalt will if stain left on a vehicle’s seat fabric. They should be removed as soon as possible. Be careful, because the cleaner will dissolve them and may cause them to spread. 6-52 Non-Greasy Stains Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt.You Stains causedby catsup, coffee (black), egg,fruit, fruit may have to doit more than once. juice, milk, soft drinks, wine, vomit, urine and blood can Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish willstain if you be removed as follows: don’t get them off quickly. Use a clean cloth and a 1. Carefully scrapeoff excess stain, then spongethe vinyl/leather cleaner. See your dealer for this product. soiled area with cool water. Cleaning Leather 2. If a stain remains, followthe foam-type instructions Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water anda,mild soap or described earlier. saddle soap and wipedry with a soft cloth. Then,let the 3. If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine, leather dry naturally.Do not use heat to dry. treat the area with a waterbaking soda solution: For stubborn stains, use a leather cleaner. See your 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of baking soda to1 cup (250 ml) dealer for this product. of lukewarm water. Never use oils, varnishes, solvent-based or abrasive 4. If needed, clean lightly with solvent-type cleaner. cleaners, furniture polish or shoe polish on leather. Combination Stains Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned Stains caused by candy,ice cream, mayonnaise,chili immediately. If dirt is allowed to work into the sauce and unknown stains can be removed as follows: finish, it can harm the leather. 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain. Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel 2. Clean with cool water and allow todry. Use only mild soap and waterto clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or 3. If a stain remains, cleanit with solvent-type cleaner. waxes may cause annoying reflectionsin the windshield Cleaning Vinyl and even makeit difficult tosee through the windshield under certain conditions. Use warm water and a clean cloth.

6-53 Cleaning Wood Panels Use a clean cloth moistened in warm, soapy water (use mild dish washing soap).Dry the wood immediately with a clean cloth. Do not bleach or dye safety belts.If you do, it may severely weaken them. Ina crash, they Cleaning Speaker Covers might not be able to provide adequate protection. Vacuum around a speaker cover gently,so that the Clean safety belts only with mild soap and speaker won’t be damaged. Some spots and stains lukewarm water. will cleanoff better withjust water and mild soap.If something gets on oneof them and you need to use a solvent, follow these steps: Glass 1. Gently scrape excess soil fromthe trim material with Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner (GM a clean,dull knife or scraper. Part No. 1050427) or a liquid household glass cleaner 2. Use very little cleaner, light pressure and clean cloths will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on (preferably cheesecloth). Cleaning shouldstart at the interior glass. outside of the stain, “feathering” toward the center. Don’t use abrasive cleaners on glass, because they may 3. Keep changing to a clean sectionof the cloth. cause scratches. Avoid placing decals on the inside rear window, since they may have to be scrapedoff later. 4. When you clean a stain.from fabric, immediately If abrasive cleaners are used onthe inside of the rear dry the area with a blowdryer to help prevent a window, an electric defogger element may be damaged. cleaning ring. Any temporary license should not be attached across the Care of Safety Belts defogger grid. Keep belts clean and dry.

6-54 Cleaning the Outsideof the -!aning the Outsideof Your Buick Windshield and W.per Blades ‘l’hepaint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth I€the windshield is not clearafter using the windshield of color, gloss retention and durability. washer, or if the wiper blade chatters whenrunning, wax, Washing Your Vehicle sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield. The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to keep it Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water. Cleaner, BonAmi@ Powder (non-scratching glass cleaning powder), GMPart No. 1050011. The windshield Don’t wash your vehiclein the direct raysof the sun. is clean if beads do notform when you rinse it with water. Don’t use strong soaps or chemical detergents. Use liquid hand, dishor car washing (mild detergent) soaps. Grime from the windshield will stick theto wiper blades Don’t use cleaning agents that me petroleum based, and affect their performance. Clean the blade by wiping or that contain acid or abrasives.All cleaning agents vigorously with a cloth soaked in full-strength windshield should be flushed promptly and not allowedto dry on washer solvent. Then rinse the blade with water. the surface,or they could stain. Dry the finish with a Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary; soft, clean charnois or an all-cotton towel to avoid replace blades that look worn. surface scratches and water spotting. Weatherstrips High pressurecar washes may cause water to enter your vehicle. Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make themlast longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply Cleaning ExteriorLampsLenses silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six Use lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth a liquid months. During very cold, damp weather more frequent and hand, dish or vehicle washing (mild detergent) soapto application may be required. (See “Recommended clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions Fluids and Lubricants” inthe Index.) under “Washing Your Vehicle.” Finish Care necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners thatare marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter. Occasional waxing or mild polishingof your Buick by hand -may benecessary to remove residue from the paint Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather finish. You can get GM-approved cleaning products and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period from yaur dealer. (See “Appearance Care and Materials”of years. You can help to keep the paint finish looking in the Index.) new by keeping your Buick garaged or covered whenever possible. Your Buick has a “basecoat/clearcoat” paint finish. The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored Aluminum or Chrome Wheels basecoat. Always use waxes and polishes that are non-abrasive and made for a basecoat/clearcoat Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with paint finish. mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax ~~ ~ may then be applied. NOTICE: The surfaceof these wheels is similar tothe painted surface of your vehicle. Don’t use strong soaps, Machine compounding or aggressive polishingon chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners or a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish may dull the abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could finish or leave swirl marks. damage the surface.You may use chrome polish on chrome wheels, but avoid any painted surfaceof the wheel, andbuff off immediately after application. Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, roadoil and tar, tree sap, bird Don’t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can that has silicon carbidetire cleaning brushes. These damage your vehicle’s finish if they remain on painted brushes can also damage the surfaceof these wheels. surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon as possible.If

6-56 Tires Sheet Metal Damage To clean yourtires, use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner. If your vehicleis darnaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to the parts repaired I NOTICE: or replaced to restore corrosion protection. When applying a tire dressing always take care to Finish Damage wipe off any overspray or splash fromall painted Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratchesin the finish surfaces on the bodyor wheels of the vehicle. should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode Petroleum-based products may damage the quickly and may develop into a major repair expense. paint finish. Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch-up materials available from your dealer or other service outlets. Larger areasof finish damage can be corrected in your dealer’s body and paint shop.

6-57 Underbody -Maintenance Chemical 'Paint Spotting Chemicals usedfor ice and snow removal and dust Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a control can collect on the underbody.If these are not chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can fall upon and removed, accelerated corrosion (rust) can occur on attack painted surfaces on your vehicle.This damage can the underbody parts such asfuel lines, frame, floor take two forms: blotchy, ringlet-shaped discolorations, pan and exhaust system even though they have and small irregular dark spots etched into the .corrosion protection. paint surface. At least every spring, flush these materials fromthe Although no defect inthe paint job causes this, Buick underbody with plain water. Clean any areas where mud will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfacesof 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 car washing system can dowhichever occurs first. this for you.

6-58 Appearance Care Materials Chart - PART NUMBER SIZE DESCRIPTION USAGE 994954 23 in. x 25 in. Polishing Cloth- Wax Treated Exterior Polish 1050004 2.75 sq. ft. Chamois Shines vehicle without scratching 1050172 16 oz. (0.473 L) Tar and Road Oil Remover Also removes old waxes and polishes

1050173 16 oz. (0.473 L) Chrome Cleaner and Polish Removesrust and corrosion . 1050174 16 oz. (0.473L) White Sidewall Tire Cleaner Removes soil and black marks 1050200 1 gal. (3.785 L) Magic Mirror Cleaner Polish Exterior cleaner and polish 1050214 32 oz.’(0.946L) Vinyl Cleaner Spot and stain removal 1050427 23 oz. (0.680 L) Glass Cleaner Cleans grease, grime and smoke film 1052870 16 oz. (0.473 L) Wash and Wax Concentrate Exterior wash

1052918** 8 oz. (0.237 L) Armor All TM Protector Protects vinyl, leather and rubber 1052925 16 oz. (0.473 L) Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner Cleans vinyl, cloth, tires and mats 1052929 Wheel Cleaner Spray on wheel cleaner

~~ I 1052930 I oz.(0.237 8 L) capture DV spitRemover Attracts and absorbs soils I 12345002** I (0.473oz.16 L) I ArmorAll”Cleaner Cleans vinyl, leather and rubber I 12345725 I 12 oz. (0.354 L) I SiliconeTireShine Shines tires I 12377964 I 16 oz. (0.473 L) I CleaningWax Protects finish and removes fine scratches I 12377966 (0.473I oz. 16 L) I FinishEnhancer - Spot cleans paint and gives high luster See your General Motors Parts Department for these products. ** Not recommended for use on instrument panel vinyl. See “Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Service Parts Identification Label You’ll find this label on the undersideof the spare tire cover. It’s very helpfulif you ever need to order parts. On this labelis: yourVIN, ENGINE/1997 T \ ASSEMBLY 0 the model designation, I CODE MODEL YEAR PLANT paint information and 0 a list of all production options and This isthe legal identifierfor your Buick. It appears on special equipment. a platein the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side.You can see it if you look through the Be sure that this labelis not removed from the vehicle. windshield from outside your vehicle.The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and ServiceParts labels andthe certificates of title and registration. Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code.This code will help you identify your engine, specifications and redacement ~arts.

6-60 Electrical System Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit Add-on Electrical Equipment breaker and afuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy snow, etc., the wiper will stop untilthe motor cools.If NOTICE: the overload is caused by some electrical problem and not snow, etc., be sure to getit fixed. Don’t add anything electricalto your Buick Power Windows and Other Power Options unless you check with your dealer first. Some Circuit breakers in the fuse panel protect the power windows electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and other power accessories. When the current load is too and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes, protecting the warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment circuit until the problem is fixed or goes away. can keep other components from workingas they should. Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuitsin your vehicle are protected from short Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers. add anything electrical to your Buick,see “Servicing Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse.If the band Your Air Bag-Equipped Buick” in the Index. is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be you sure replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating. Headlamp Wiring If you ever have a problem on the road and don’t have The headlamp wiring is protected by a circuit breaker. a spare fuse, you can “borrow”one that has the same An electrical overload will cause the lamps to on go and amperage. Just pick somefeature of your vehicle that off, or in some cases to remain off.If this happens, have you can get along without-- like the radio or cigarette your headlamp wiring checked right away. lighter -- and useits fuse if it is the correct amperage. Replace it as soon as you can.

6-61 1 InstrumentPanel Fuse Block

LHEXT LPS 1 OXYGEN SENSOR

TMNSS j__lCRUISE There is a fuse panel located at the endof the instrument I panel near the driver’s door. There is an underhood electrical center andtwo other fgse panels located under the rear seat.

FLAT PACK IMTR C/LTR klBLOWER 6-62 Fuse Usage Fuse Usage 1 Air Bag 15 Cruise Control 2 Injectors .16 Perimeter Lights 3 Anti-Lock Brake System 17 Not Used 4 Left Exterior Lamps 18 Not Used 5 Turn Signal Lamps 19 Radio 6 Oxygen Sensor 20 Cooling Fan 7 Climate Control 21 Not Used 8 Right Exterior Lamps 22 Not Used 9 HVAC Relay 23 Windshield Wipers 10 MAF 24 Flat Pack Motor 11 Auxiliary Power 25 PCM 12 Interior Lamps 26 Cigarette Lighter 13 Chime 27 Crank 14 TMNSS 28 HVAC Blower

6-63 Engine CompartmentFuse Block Fuse Usage 1 Air Conditioning Compressor 2 Not Used 3 Not Used 4 Horn 5 Not Used 6 Not Used 7 Cooling Fan #2 8 Cooling Fan#3 9 Cooling Fan COOLING COOLJNG 10 ABS Main FAN #2 FAN #3 11 ABS Pump Motor 12 Not Used 13 Horn 14 Not Used 1 r-

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6-64 Under Rear Seat FuseBlock Fuse Usage 1 Open TRUNK I OPEN 2 Electronic Level Control 1 I DDOOR 3 Trunk Release Relay I OPEN I I F/l”P I I UNLOCK 4 Not Used 5 Fuel Pump Relay 6 Driver Door Unlock Relay 7- 10 Not Used DEFG - RR DEFG - RR #2 #1 11 Rear Defogger Relay (Upper Zone) 12 Rear Defogger Relay (Lower Zone) 13 Not Used 14 spare 15 Spare 16 Spare 17-22 Not Used 23 Direct Accessory Power- Accessory 24 Open

DAP OPEN ACSRY 1 Under Rear Seat Fuse Block Fuse Usage 1-2 Spare 3 Open 4 Breaker - Power Windows/Sunroof 5-6 Spare 7 Open 8-9 Spare 10 Open

WAC 11 Breaker - Power Seats HDLP BLO Spare CB MTR 12-13 14 Open ! 15 Power Steering 16 Breaker-Headlamps 17 WAC Blower Motor 18 Powertrain Control ModulePASS-Key II 19 Ignition 3 20 Ignition 1 21 Rear Defogger 22 Tmnk and Fuel Door Releases 23 Electronic Level Control Fuse Usage Removing the Rear SeatCushion 24 Heated Seats/Instrument Panel To access the battery and mainfuse boxes, the rear seat 25 Exterior Lamps cushion must be removed.You may wish to have your 26 Open dealer do this for you. 27 Power Door Locks 28 Interior Lamps NOTICE: 29 Hazard Lamps/S toplamps 30 Parking Lamps The battery and mainfuse boxes are located 31 Open under the rear seatcushion. The battery’s ground 32 Open terminal andsome relay wires are exposed. To 3.3 Fuel Door Release help avoid damage to the battery andwires, be 34 Trunk Release careful when removing or reinstalling the seat cushion. Do not remove covers from covered 35 Battery Thermistor parts. Do not store anything under the seat, 36 Instrument Panel #2 as objects could touchexposed wires and cause 37 Instrument Panel #1 a short.

38 Heated Seats i 39 Fuel Pump TO Remove the Rear SeatCushion 40 Open 1. Pull up on thefront of the cushion to releasethe 41 Defog 2 front hooks. 42 Defog 1 2. Pull the cushion up and out towardthe front of the vehicle.

6-67 To Reinstall theRear Seat Cushion

hasn’t been routed through the seat cushionat all, it won’t be there to work for thenext passenger. The person sitting in thatposition could be badly injured. After reinstalling the seat cushion, alwayscheck to be sure thatthe safety belts are properly routed and arenot twisted.

1. Buckle the center passenger position safety belt, then route the safety belts through the proper slotsin the seat cushion. Don’t let the safety belts get twisted. 2. Slide the rearof the cushion up and under the seatback so the rear locating guides hookinto the wire loops on the back frame. 3. With the seat cushion lowered, push rearward and then press down on the seat cushion until the spring locks on both ends engage. A safety belt that isn’t properly routed through the seat cushionor is twisted won’t provide the 4. Check to make sure the safety belts are properly routed and that no portionof any safety beltis protection needed in a crash. If the safety belt trapped under the seat. Also make sure the seat CAUTION: (Continued) cushion is secured.

6-68 Replacement Bulbs Application ...... Number Interior Exterior Rail Courtesy. Reading ...... PC168 Headlamp Front Overhead Reading ...... PC168 High-Beam ...... 9005 Low-Beam ...... 9006 Parking/Turn ...... 3057 Back-up ...... 3057 Tail ...... 194 T@"urn ...... 3057

6-69 Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Please refer to “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Indexfor more information. Engine Code 1(L67) 3.8L V-6 SF1 Belt Tensions Automatically controlled by a Self-Tension idler pulley. Tension adjustment should never be necessary. Cooling System Capacity ...... 13 quarts (12.5 L) Crankcase Capacity (oil change with filter change) ...... 4.5 quarts (4.26 L) Fuel Tank Capacity ...... 19.4 gallons (73.4 L) Automatic Transaxle Drain and Refill ...... 6 quarts (5.6 L) Complete Overhaul ...... 10 quarts (9.5 L) When pe@orming either transaxle procedure, check fluid level when done.More fluid may be needed. WheelNutTorque ...... 1001b-ft(140N.m) Tire Pressure The Tire-Loading Information label, which is located on the rear edgeof the driver’s door, shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires. R-134a Air Conditioning Capacity ...... See refrigerant charge label under the hood.

6-70 Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are givenin English and metric conversions. Please refer to “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index for more information. Engine Code K (L36) 3.SL V-6MFI Belt Tensions Automatically controlledby a Self-Tension idler pulley. Tension adjustment should never be necessary. Cooling System Capacity ...... 13 quarts (12.5 L) Crankcase Capacity (oil change with filter change)...... 4.5 quarts (4.26 L) Fuel Tank Capacity ...... 19.4 gallons (73.4 L) Automatic Transaxle Drain and Refill ...... 6 quarts (5.6 L) Complete Overhaul ...... 10 quarts (9.5 L) When peqormingeither transaxle procedure, check fluid level when done.More fluid may be needed. Wheel Nut Torque ...... 100 lb-ft (140 Nsm) Tire Pressure The Tire-Loading Informationlabel, which is located on the rearedge of the driver’s door, shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires. R-134a Air Conditioning Capacity ...... See refrigerant charge label under the hood.

Engine Accest ~ :‘y Belt (L36) The 3800 (L36) engine usesan engine accessory belt. This diagram shows the features connected by belt-the routing. See “Maintenance Schedule” thein Index for when to checkthe belt. A. Power Steering B . Generator C. Air Conditioning D. Crank E. Coolant Pump E Tensioner

6-73 1. Front Belt ~ - mercharged Engine Accessory Belt (L67) 2. Back Belt IA. Generator B. Power Steering C. Crank D. Supercharger E. Coolant Pump E Air Conditioning F The Supercharged 3800 engine uses two accessory drive belts. One belt drives the generator, power steering pump, coolant pump andair conditioning compressor. The second belt drives the supercharger. Each belt has its own tensioner and idler pulley.

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6-76 Section 7 MaintenanceSchedule

This section covers the maintenance required foryour Buick. Your vehicle needs these services to retainits safety, dependability and emission control performance.

7-2 Introduction 7-40 At Least Once a Year 7-2 Your Vehicleand the Environment 7-43 Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7-2 How This Section is Organized 7-43 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive 7-4 PartA: Scheduled Maintenance Services Axle Boot andSeal Inspection 7-4 Using Your Maintenance Schedule 7-43 Exhaust System Inspection 7-4 Selectingthe Right Schedule 7-43 Radiator and Heater Hose Inspection 7-39 Part B : Owner Checks andServices 7-43 Throttle Linkage Inspection 7-39 AtEach Fuel Fill 7-43 Brake System Inspection 7-39 At Least Once a Month 7-44 Part D: Recomended Fluids and Lubricants 7-40 At Least Twice a Yew 7-46 Part E: Maintenance Record Introduction I IMPORTANT: I KEEP ENGINE OIL Your Vehicle and the Environment AT THE PROPER Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your LEVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the I environment. All recommended maintenance procedures are important. Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the qualityof the air we breathe. Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle.To help protect our environment, and to keep your vehiclein good condition, please maintainyour vehicle properly. How This Section is Organized The remainder of this section is divided into five parts: Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services”shows supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your what to have done and how often. Someof these Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet, or your Buick services can be complex,so unless you are technically dealer for details. qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should let your dealer’s service department or another qualified service center do thesejobs.

7-2 “Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections” explains important inspections that your Buick dealer’s service department or another qualified service center should perform. Performing maintenance work on vehicle a can be dangerous. In trying to dosome jobs, you can “Part D: Recommended Fluidsand Lubricants” lists be seriously injured. Do your own maintenance some productsGM recommends to help keep your vehicle properly maintained. These products,or their work only if you have the requiredknow-how equivalents, should be used whetheryou do the work and the propertools and equipment for the job. yourself or haveit done. If you have any doubt, havea qualified technician dothe work. “Part E: Maintenance Record”provides a placefor you to record the maintenance performed on your vehicle. Whenever any maintenanceis performed, be I€ you are skilled enoughto do some work on your sure to write it down in this part. This will help you vehicle, you will probably wantto get the service determine when your next maintenance should be done. information GM publishes. See “Service and Owner In addition,it is a goodidea to keep your maintenance Publications” in the Index. receipts. They may be neededto qualrfy your vehiclefor warranty repairs. “Part B: Own -~-Checks andServices” tells you what should be chewed and when. It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehiclein good condition.

Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule

?no Trin/Hiohwgv lhfinitinn I ,ring TridHiPhwav Tntervals = Follow this maintenance scheduleonly if none of the Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and Filter conditions from the Short Trip/City Maintenance Change (or every12 months, whichever occurs first). Schedule is true. Do not use this scheduleif the vehicle Chassis Lubrication (or every 12 months, whichever is used for trailer towing, drivenin a dusty area or used occurs first). Tire Rotation. off paved roads. Usethe Short Trip/City schedulefor Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Supercharger Oil these conditions. Check (or every 36 months, whichever occursfist) 1 Driving a vehicle with afilly warmed engine under (3.8L Code 1 engine only). Air Cleaner Filter highway conditions causes engine oil to break Replacement. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection. down slower. Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Transaxle Service (severe conditions only). Every 60,000 Miles(100 000 km): Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection. Every 100,000 Miles (166000 km): Spark Plug Wire Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement. Every 150,000 Miles (240 000 km): Cooling System Service (or every60 months, whichever occurs first). These intervals only summarize maintenance services. Be sure to followthe complete maintenance schedule on the following pages. 7-6 I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) The services shownin this schedule up to100,000 miles 0 Change engineoil and fiiter (or every (166 000 km) should be perforrned after100,000 miles 3 months, whichever occurs first). (166 000 km) at the same intervals. The services shown An Emission Control Service. at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be performed at the same interval after 150,000 des(240 000 km). See “Owner Checks and Services” and “Periodic Maintenance Inspections” following. Footnotes ? The US. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perfom this maintenance itemwill not nuw the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle’s useful life. We, however, urge that all recommended maintenance services beperfomed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. # Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage, transaxle shift linkage, parking brakecable guides and DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: the underbody contactpoints and linkage. + A good time to check your brakesis during tire rotation. See “Brake System Inspection” under “Periodic Maintenance Inspection”in Part C of this schedule. I 7-7 9,000 Miles (15 000 km)IA. 0Change engineoil and filter '(or every 3 months, whichever occults first). An Emission Control Seuvicb,~.

~~ ~ DAW ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVJCED BY: I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 0Inspect air cleanerfilter if you are driving 6 months, whichever occurs first). in dusty conditions. Replacefilter if (See footnote#.) necessary. An Emission Control Service. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and (See footnote-f..) Rotation’’ in the Indexfor proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

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I Short Triplcity Maintenance Schedule I 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) 27,000 Miles (45 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. El Lubricate chassis components(or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote#.) 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote+.)

I 1 ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:

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I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) 17 Change engineoil and filter (or every 0 Change engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote#.) 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote+.)

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7-13 I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 39,000 Mill- - (65 000 km) 42,000 Miles (70 000 km) 0Change er .ne oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote#.) 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

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7-14 I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) 48,000 Miles (80 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Inspect air cleanerfilter if you are driving 17 Lubricate chassis components (or every in dusty conditions. Replacefilter if 6 months, whichever occursfirst). necessary. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote#.) (See footnote"f) 0Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection and Rotation" in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote+.)

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7-15 Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) 0 Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter - When doing frequent trailer towing. if the vehicle is mainly driven underone or - Uses such as found in taxi, police or more of these conditions: delivery service. - In heavy city traffic wherethe outside If you do not use your vehicle under any of these temperature regularly reaches90 OF conditions, thefluid andfilter donot require changing. (32O C) or higher. - In hilly or mountainous terrain.

DATEACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote#.) 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote+.)

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7-17 I Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule 1 57,000 Miles (95 000 km) I ;O,OOO Miles (100 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 0 ( ange engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occursfirst). (See footnote #.) 0Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service. 0Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. 0 Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.)

7-18 I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 63,000 Miles (105 000 km) 0For supercharged engines only: Check the c] Change engine oil and filter (or every supercharger oil level and add oil as needed 3 months, whichever occurs first). (or every36 months, whichever occurs An Emission Control Service. first). See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in this section. An Emission Control Service. (See footnoteT.) 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote+.)

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Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 44,000 Miles (110 000kt) 49,000 Miles (115 000 km) 0 Change engine oiland filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis co,mponents (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote#.) 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection anu Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote+.)

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L Short Wip/City Maint>enance Schedule

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t I 1 I: I Short TriplCity Maintenance Schec 78,000 Miles (130 000 kna) 81,000 Miles (135 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0 Change engine oiland filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote#.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

DATEACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:

7-22 ~~ Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule -~ 84,000 Miles (140 0'00km) ! I 1i I ShortTrip/City Maintenance Schedule I 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 0For supercharged engines only: Check the 3 months, whichever occurs first). supercharger oillevel and add oil as needed An Emission Control Service. (or every 36 months, whichever occurs 0Lubricate chassis components (or every first). See “Recommended Fluids and 6 months, whichever occurs first). Lubricants” in this section. (See footnote#.) An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) 0Replace air cleaner filter. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and An Emission Control Service, Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation 0Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage pattern and additional information. or leaks. Inspectfuel cap gasket for any (See footnote+.) damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.)

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I I I I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 93,000 Miles (155 000 km) 96,000 Miles (160 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote#.) 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Indexfor proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote+.)

DATE ACTUALMILEAGE SERVICED BY: I DATE I ACTUAL MILEAGE ISERVICED BY: I 1 Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule 1 99,000 Miles (165000 km) 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Inspect spark plug wires. 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission ControlService. An Emission Control Service. 0Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. 0 Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicleis mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic wherethe outside temperature regularly reaches90 OF (32" C) or higher. - In hilly or mountainous terrain.

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7-26 150,000 Milts (240 000 km)

- Us'es.such as faand ia taxi, police or delivery service.

1’ Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule I 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) 22,500 Miles (37 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 17 Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occursfirst). 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote#.) (See footnote#.) 0Rotate tires.See “Tire Inspection and 17 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. pattern and additional information. (See footnote+.) (See footnote+.)

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7-30 7 500 Miles (62 500 km) "9 45,000 Miles,(75 0'00km)

I I 1 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) 0 Change automatic transaxle fluidand filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches90 OF (32" C) or higher. - In hilly or mountainous terrain.

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~~ 1- Long TriplHighway- Mainte Ice Schedul- 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued) 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation 12 months, whichever occurs first). pattern and additional information. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote +.) Lubricate chassis components (or every Inspect engine accessory drive belt. 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission ControlService. (See footnote#.) 0Replace air cleaner filter. I7 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and An Emission ControlService. Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation 0Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage pattern and additional information. or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any (See footnote +.) damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission ControlService. (See footnote3f.)

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7-34 Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote#.) (See footnote#.) 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. pattern and additional information. (See footnote+.) (See footnote+.)

I I I 1 DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: DATEACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: Long TriplHighway Maintenance Schedule 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every For supercharged engines only: Check the 12 months, whichever occurs first). supercharger oil level and add oil as needed An Emission Control Service. (or every 36 months, whichever occurs 17 Lubricate chassis components (or every first). See “Recommended Fluids and 12 months, whichever occurs first). Lubricants” in this section. (See footnote#.) An Emission Control Service. (See footnote“f.) Replace air cleaner filter. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and An Emission Control Service. Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. 0Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any (See footnote+.) damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.)

7-36 rn 1 Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Inspect spark plug wires. 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 17 Replace spark plugs. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every An Emission Control Service. 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter (See footnote#.) if the vehicleis mainly driven under one or 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and more of these conditions: Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation - In heavy city traffic where the outside pattern and additional information. temperature regularly reaches90 OF (See footnote +.) (32 O C) or higher. - In hilly or mountainous terrain.

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(Continued) n en Long TriplHighway MaintenanceSchedul-

100,000 Miles (166 000 km) (Continued) 150,000 Miles (240 000 km) - When doing frequent trailer towing. Drain, flush and refill cooling system - Uses such as found in taxi, police or (or every 60 months sincelast service, delivery service. whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index forwhat to use. If you do not useyour vehicle under anyof these Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, conditions,the fluid andfilterdo not require changing. pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service.

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7-38 Part B: Owner Checks and Services Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Listed below are owner checks and services which Check the windshield washer fluid levelin the should be performed atthe intervals specified to help windshield washer tank and addthe proper fluidif ensure the safety, dependability and emission control necessary. See “Windshield Washer Fluid”in the Index performance of your vehicle. for further details. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. At Least Once a Month Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, makesure they are the proper ones, as shownin Tire Inflation Check Part D. Make sure tires are inflated theto correct pressures.See At Juel Fill “Tires” inthe Index for further details. It is important for you or a service station attendantto Cassette Deck Service pe~ormthese underhood checks at each fie1fill. Clean cassette deck. Cleaning should be done every Engine Oil Level Check 50 hours of tape play. See “Audio Systems”in the Index for further details. Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary. See “Engine Oil”in the Index for Power Antenna Service further details. Clean power antenna mast.See “Audio Systems”in the Engine Coolant Level Check Index for further details. Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL@ coolant mixture if necessary.See “Engine Coolant” in the Indexfor further details.

7-39 At Least Twice a Year Automatic Transaxle Check Check the transaxle fluid level; addneeded. See Restraint System Check if “Automatic Transaxle”in the Index.A fluid loss may Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your indicate a problem. Check the system and repairif needed. belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Lookfor any other loose or damaged At Least Once a Year safety belt system parts..If you see anything that might keep a safety belt systemfrom doing its job, have it Key Lock Cylinders Service repaired. Have any tornor frayed safety belts replaced. Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers,and specified in Part D. have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system Body Lubrication Service does not need regular maintenance.) Lubricate all body door hinges. Also lubricate all hinges Wiper Blade Check and latches, including thosefor the hood, glove box Inspect wiper bladesfor wear or cracking. Replace blade door, console door and any folding seat hardware.Part inserts that appearworn or damaged or that streak or D tells you what to use.More frequent lubricationmay miss areas of the windshield. Also see “Wiper Blades, be required when exposed to a corrosive environment. Cleaning” in the Index.

7-40 Starter Switch Check Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI) Check (Automatic Transaxle)

11 A CAUTION: ,* . m ’~2 CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly.If it does, you or otherscould be When you are doing cnls check, the vehicle could injured. Follow the steps below. move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 1. Before you start, be sureyou have enough room 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see ‘‘Parking around the vehicle. It should be parked on a Brake” in the Indexif necessary) and the regular brake. level surface. NOTE: Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be 2. Firmly apply the parking brake (see “Parking Brake” ready to turn off the engine immediatelyif it starts. in the Index if necessary). 3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The starter NOTE: Be readyto apply the regular brake should work onlyin PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).If immediately if the vehicle begins to move. the starter worksin any other position, your vehicle 3. With the engineoff, turn the key to the RUN position, needs service. but don’t start the engine. Without applying the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of PARK (P) with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of PARK (P), your vehicle’s BTSI needs service.

7-41 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake,set the the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position. parking brake. The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With lever PARK (P). the engine running and transaxle inNEUTRAL (N), is in slowly removefoot pressure from the regular brake The key should come out only in LOCK. pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only. Parking Brake andAutomatic Transaxle PARK (P) N- -:hanism I3eck 0 To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability: With the engine running, shift to PARK(P). Then I release all brakes. Underbody Flushing Service At least everyspring, use plain water to flush any When youare doing this check, your vehicle corrosive materials from the underbody. Takecare to could beginto move. You or others could be clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris injured and propertycould be damaged. Make can collect. sure thereis room in frontof your vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be ready to appIy the regular brake at once shouldthe vehicle beginto move.

7-42 Part C: Periodic Maintenance connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build-up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into Inspections the vehicle. See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index. Listed beloware inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each Radiator and Heater Hose Inspection spring andfall). You should let your GM dealer’s Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are service departmentor other qualified service center do cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are fittings and clamps; replace as needed. completed at once. r Proper procedures to perform these services may be .rottle Linkage Inspection found in a GM service manual. See “Service and Owner mspect the throttle linkagefor interference or binding, Publications” in the Index. and for damage or missing parts. Replace parts as Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle needed. Replace any cables that have high effortor Boot and Seal Inspection excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables. Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of Brake System Inspection wear or lackof lubrication. Inspectthe power steering lines and hosesfor proper hook-up, binding, leaks, Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and cracks, chafing,etc. Clean and then inspect the drive hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, axle boot sealsfor damage, tears or leakage. Replace chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake padsfor wear and rotors seals if necessary. for surface condition. Inspect other brake parts, including calipers, parking brake, etc.You may need to Exhaust System Inspection have your brakes inspected more oftenif your driving Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near habits or conditions result in frequent braking. the exhaust system.Look for broken, damaged, missing or out-of-position parts as well as open seams, holes, loose

7-43 Part D: Recommended Fluids USAGE and Lubricants Hydraulic Brake NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, system part number or specification maybe obtained from your GM dealer. Parking Brake Cable Guides USAGE FLUIBLUBRICANT Engine Oil Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines “Starburst” symbol of the proper viscosity.To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see “Engine Oil”in the Index. Automatic trans axle^ Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) and use only GM Goodwrench@DEX-COOL’ or Havoline@DEX-COOL’ coolant. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index.

7-44 USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT Key Lock Multi-Pu ose lubricant, Hood Latch Lubriplate lubricant aerosol (GM Cylinders Superlube% (GM Part Assembly, Part No. 12346293 or equivalent) No. 12346241 or equivalent). Pivots, Spring or lubricant meeting requirements Supercharger Supercharger Oil (GM Part Anchor and of NLGI # 2, Category LB or No. 12345982). See “Supercharger Release Pawl GC-LB. Oil” in the Index. Hood and Door Multi-puose lubricant, Chassis Chassis lubricant (GM Part Hinges Superlube% (GM Part Lubrication No. 12377985 or equivalent) or No. 12346241 or equivalent). lubricant meeting requirementsof Weatherstrip Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM NLGI # 2, Category LB or Conditioning Part No. 12345579 or equivalent). GC-LB. See “Replacement Parts”in the Index for recommended Windshield GM Optikleen@ Washer Solvent replacement filters and spark plugs. Washer Solvent (GM Part No. 1051515) or equivalent.

7-45 Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on date, odometer reading and who performed the service the following record pages. Also,you should retain all in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. maintenance receipts.Your owner information portfolio 1 Any additional infomation from “Owner Checks and is a convenient place to store them.

Maintenance Record

~~ ODOMETER DAT E READING SERVICEDREADING DATE BY MAINTENANCEPERFORMED

7-46 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

7-47 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE READINGDATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

7-48 Section 8 Customer Assistance Information

Here you will find out howto contact Buickif you need assistance.This section also tells you howto obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects.

8-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 8-8 Warranty Information 8-4 Customer Assistancefor Text Telephone 8-8 Reporting Safety Defects to the United (TTY) Users States Government 8-5 Roadside Assistance 8-9 Reporting Safety Defects to the 8-5 Canadian Roadside Assistance Canadian Government 8-6 Courtesy Transportation 8-9 ReportingSafety Defects to General Motors 8-7 GM Participation in an Alternative Dispute 8-9 OrderingService and Owner Publications Resolution Program in Canada 8-2 STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of In the U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800-496-9994 dealership management, it appears your concern cannot In the Dominican Republic: 1-800-751-4135 be resolved by the dealership without further help, .,(English) or 1-800-751-4136 (Spanish) contact the Buick Customer Relations Centerby calling 1-800-521-7300. In Canada, contact GM of Canada In the Bahamas: 1-800-389-0009 Customer Communication Centrein Oshawa by calling In Bermuda, Barbados, Antigua and the British 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). Virgin Islands:1 - 800-534-0 122 For help outside ofthe United States and Canada, call In all other Caribbean countries: (809) 763-1315 the following numbers as appropriate: 0 In other overseas locations, callGM International In Mexico: (525) 625-3256 Product Center in Canada at (905) 644-4112. In Puerto Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) or 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish)

8-3 i For prompt assistance, please have the following j information available to give the Customer ~ Assistance Representative:

~ J 0 Your name, address, home andbusi__ ss I telephonenumbers

~ VehicleIdentification Number (This is available

~ i fromthe vehicle registration or title, or the plate at ~ the top leftof the instrument panel and visible I through the windshield.)

~ 0 Dealershipname and location 0 Vehicle delivery date and present mileage

0 Nature of concern We encourage you tocall us so we can give your inquiry prompt attention. However,if you wish to write Buick, address your inquiry to: Buick Motor Division Customer Relations Center 902 E. Hamilton Avenue Flint, MI 48550 In Canada, write to: General Motorsof Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 8-4 Roadside Assistance Our commitment to Buick owners has always included superior service through our networkof 3,000 Buick dealers. Buick Premium Roadside Assistance provides n an extra measureof convenience and security. Buick Premium Roadside Assistance: Provides owners with access to minor repairs or towing for disabled vehicles. Takes the anxiety out of uncertain situations by providing easy access to service professionals trained to work with Buick owners,24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including weekends and holidays. For detailson Buick Premium Roadside Assistance, please consult your Buick Premium Roadside Assistance owner booklet included with your owner’s manual. For needed assistance,call the Buick Premium Roadside Assistance toll-free hotline: 1-800-252-1 112. Canadian Roadside Assistance Buick Motor Division is proud to offer Buick Premium Roadside Assistance to customersfor vehicles covered Vehicles purchasedin Canada have an extensive under the 3 year/36,000 mile (60000 km) new car Roadside Assistance program accessible from anywhere warranty (whichever occurs first). in Canada orthe United States. Please refer to the separate brochure provided bythe dealer or call 1-800-268-6800 for emergency services.

8-5 Courtesy Transportation Courtesy Transportation is Buick’s wayof extending the Premium Service you’ve come to expect from Buick To Buick Motor Division, Quality Means Service-- and and its 3,000 dealers. Please review the Courtesy service means “keeping you on the road.” Transportation glovebox card containedin your vehicle, Included with your Buick new car warranty or consult your Buick dealerfor details. (3 years/36,000 miles (60 000 km), whichever occurs Some state insurance regulations makeit impractical to first), is Courtesy Transportation, a program which will rent vehicles to people under21 years of age. If you are provide Buick retail customers with: under 21 and have difficulty renting a vehicle, Buick Reimbursement toward a loaner vehicle, courtesyof will reimburse youup to $3O/day, for any documented Buick Motor Division,for up to five days for transportation you receive. Please consult your dealer vehicles requiring overnight warranty repairs. Also, for details. reimbursement up to$30 a day (five days maximum) For warranty repairs duringthe Complete Vehicle may be availablefor the costof a rentalcar, bus or Coverage period inthe New Vehicle Limited Warranty, even a cab. interim transportation may be available under the a A free one-way shuttle ride up to10 miles (16 km) Courtesy Transportation program. Please consult your from the dealership is availablefor customers whose dealer for details. The Courtesy Transportation program vehicles require same-day warranty repairs. is available onlyin the United States and Canada. In Canada, please consult yourGM dealer for information on Courtesy Transportation.

8-6 GM Participation in an Alternative BBB AUTO LZNE is an out-of-court program administered by the Better Business Bureau system to Dispute Resolution Program settle automotive disputes. This programis available This program is availablein all 50 states and the District free of charge to customers who currently own leaseor a of Columbia. Canadian ownersrefer to your Warranty GM vehicle. and Owner Assistance Information bookletfor If you are not satisfied after following the Customer information on the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Satisfaction Procedure, you may contactthe BBB using Plan (CAMVAP). General Motors reservesthe right to the toll-free telephone number, or write themat the change eligibility limitations and/or to discontinueits following address: participation in this program. BBB AUTO LINE Both Buick and your Buick dealerare committed Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc. to making sure you are completely satisfied with 4200 Wilson Boulevard your new vehicle. Our experience has shown that, Suite 800 if a situation arises where youfeel your concern Arlington, VA 22203- 1804 has not been adequately addressed,the Customer Satisfaction Procedure described earlierin this Telephone: 1-800-955-5100 section is very successful. To file a claim, you will be asked to provide your name There may be instances where impartialan third party and address, your Vehicle Identification Number(VIN) can assist in arriving at a solution to a disagreement and a statementof the nature of your complaint. regarding vehiclerepairs or interpretation of the New Eligibility is limited by vehicle age and mileage, and Vehicle Limited Warranty. To assist in resolvingthese other factors. disagreements, Buick voluntarily participatesin BBB AUTO LINE.

8-7 We prefer you utilize the Customer Satisfaction REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS Procedure before you resortto AUTO LINE, but you may contact the BBB at any time. The BBB will attempt TO THE UNITED STATES to resolve the complaint serving as an intermediary.If GOVERNMENT this mediation is unsuccessful, an informal hearing will If you believe that your vehicle has a defectwhich could be scheduled where eligible customers may present their cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should case to an impartial third-party arbitrator. immediately inform the National Highway Traffic The arbitrator will make a decision which you may Safety Administration (NHTSA),in addition to accept or reject.If you accept the decision, GM will be notifying General Motors. bound by that decision. The entire dispute resolution If NHTSA receives similar complaints,it may open an procedure should ordinarily take about 40 days from the investigation, andif it finds that a safety defect exists in time you file a claim until a decision is made. a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy Some state laws may require you to use this program campaign. However,NHTSA cannot become involved before filing a claim with a state-run arbitration program in individual problems between you, your dealer or or in the courts. For further information, contact the General Motors. BBB at 1-800-955-5100 or the Buick Customer To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Assistance Center at 1-800-955-7300. Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123in the Warranty Information Washington, D.C. area) or write to: Your vehicle comes with a separate warranty booklet NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation that contains detailed warranty information. Washington, D.C. 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.

8-8 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) TO THE CANADIAN or 1-800-263-7854 (French). Or, write: General Motorsof Canada Limited GOVERNMENT Customer Communication Centre If you live in Canada, and you believe thatyour vehicle 1908 Colonel Sam Drive has a safety defect, you should immediately notify Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Transport Canada,in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited. You may write to: Ordering Service and Owner Transport Canada Publications in Canada Box 8880 Service manuals, service bulletins, owner’s manuals and Ottawa, OntarioK 1G 3J2 other service literature are available for purchase for all REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS current and past model General Motors vehicles. The toll-free telephone number for ordering information TO GENERAL MOTORS in Canada is 1-800-668-5539. In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at 1-800-521-7300, or write: Buick Motor Division Customer Relations Center 902 E. Hamilton Avenue Flint, MI 48550

8-9 1997 BUCK SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling outI the Service Publication Order Form in bookthis and mailing it in with your check, money order, or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.)

CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR1997 BUCK SERVICE MANUALS OWNER’S INFORMATION Service Manuals havethe diagnosis and repair information Owner publications are written directly for Owners and on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, intended to provide basic operational information aboutthe electrical, steering, body, etc. vehicle. The owner’s manualwill include the Maintenance RETAIL SELL PRICE:$90.00 Schedule for all models. TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner’s Manual and UNIT REPAIR MANUAL Warranty Booklet. This manual providesinformation on unit repair service RETAIL SELL PRICE: $15.00 procedures,adjustments and specificationsfor the WithoutPortfolio: Owner’s Manual only. 1997 GMtransmissions, transaxles and transfer cases. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $10.00 RETAIL SELL PRICE:$40.00 CURRENT & PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS SERVICE BULLETINS Service Publications are availablefor current and past Service Bulletins give technical service information needed model GM vehicles, TO request an order form, please to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks. specify year and model name of the vehicle. Each bulletin contains instructions to assistin the diagnosis and serviceof your vehicle. ORDER TOLL FREE Orders willbe mailed within 1 Omdays of receipt. Please allow adetime uate for postal (NOTE: For Credit CardHolders On&) service. If further mformatlon IS needed, write to the address sR own below or call 1-800-782-4356 1-800-782-4356. Material cannotbe returned for credit without packingslip with return (Monday-Friday 8:OO AM - 6:OO PM EST) informatlon w!thin 30 days of dellvery. On returns, a re-stocking fee may be applied FAX Orders Onlv 1-313-865-5927 aaalnst the orlama1 order.

GM-BUI-ORD97 'rrices are subject to change without notice and without incurring Note to Canadian Customers:All listed pricesare quoted in US.funds. Canadian residents o ligation. Allow ample time for delivery.) are to make checkspayable in U.S.funds. To cover Canadian postage, add$1 1.50 plus the US. order processing.

Section 9 Index

Accessory Power outlet ...... 2-62 Arbitration Program ...... 8-7 AirBag ...... 1-21 Ashtrays ...... 2-61 How Does it Restrain ...... 1-25 Astroroof ...... 2-62 How it Works ...... 1-23 Audio Controls. Steering Wheel Control ...... 3-18 Location ...... 1-23 Audio Equipment. Adding ...... 3-19 Readiness Light ...... 1.22.2.7 1 Audio Systems ...... 3-10 Servicing ...... 1-26 Automatic Dimming Outside Rearview Mirror ...... 2-54 What Makes it Inflate ...... 1-24 Automatic Transaxle ...... 6-18 What Will You See After it Inflates ...... 1-25 Check ...... 7-40 When Should it Inflate ...... 1-24 Fluid ...... 6-18 Aircleaner ...... 6-16 Operation ...... 2-24 Airconditioning ...... 3-5 ParkMechanismCheck ...... 7-42 Air Conditioning Refrigerants ...... 6-72 Air Control, Climate Control System ...... 3-3, 3-4 Alarrn, Universal Theft-Deterrent ...... 2-16 Back-up Lamp Bulb Replacement ...... 6.39. 6.41 Alignment and Balance, Tire ...... 6-48 Battery ...... 6-31 Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning ...... 6-56 Jump Starting ...... 5-3 Antenna, Power ...... 3-21 Replacement. Remote Keyless Entry ...... 2-12 Antifreeze ...... 6-21 Rundown Protection ...... 2-49 Anti-Lock WamingLight ...... 2-71 Brake System Warning Light ...... 2-73, 4-7 Warnings ...... 5-3 Brakes ...... 4-6 BBB Auto Line ...... 8-7 Anti-Theft, Radio ...... 3- 15 Belt. Engine Accessory ...... 6.73.6.74 Appearancecare ...... 6-51 Better Business Bureau Mediation ...... 8-7 Appearance Care Materials ...... 6-59 Blizzard ...... 4-28

9-1 9-2 Climate Control System ...... 3-2 Defensive Driving ...... 4-2 Steering Wheel Control ...... 3-9 Defogger. Rear Window ...... 3-8 Clock. Setting the ...... 3-10 Defogging ...... 3-7 Comfort Controls ...... 3-2 Defrosting ...... 3-7 PassengerZone ...... 3-9 Delayed Entry Lighting ...... 2-47 Steering Wheel Control ...... 3-9 DelayedExit Lighting ...... 2-47' 1 Compact Disc Care ...... 3-20 Delayed Locking ...... 2-12 Compact Disc Player ...... 3-14 Dimensions.Vehicle ...... 6-72 Compact Disc Storage ...... 2-60 Door Compact Spare Tire ...... 5-34 AjarLight ...... 2-79 Console Storage ...... 2-59 AjarReminder ...... 2-5 Control of a Vehicle ...... 4-6 Central Unlocking System ...... 2-5 Convenience Net ...... 2-60 Locks ...... 2-4 Convex Outside Mirror ...... 2-55 Locks. Delayed Locking ...... 2-12 Coolant ...... 6-21 MemoryLocks ...... 2-5 Heater. Engine ...... 2-22 DriverPosition ...... 1-13 RecoveryTank ...... 5-18 Driving Cooling System ...... 5-16 City ...... 4-20 Cornering Lamps ...... 2-46 Defensive ...... 4-2 Courtesy Lamps ...... 2-47 Drunken ...... 4-3 Courtesy Transportation ...... 8-6 Freeway ...... 4-21 Cruise Control ...... 2-39 InaBlizzard ...... 4-28 Cupholders ...... 2-59 IntheRain ...... 4-17 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Users ...... 8-4 Night ...... 4-15 Customer Assistance Information ...... 8- 1 OnCurves ...... 4-10 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...... 8-2 On Grades While Towing a Trailer ...... 4-38 On Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 4-23' On Snow and Ice ...... 4-26 Damage, Finish ...... 6-57 Throughwater ...... 4-19 Damage, Sheet Metal ...... 6-57 WetRoads ...... 4-17 Daytime Running Lamps ...... 2-45 Winter ...... 4-25 DeadBattery ...... 5-3 WithaTrailer ...... 4-36 Defects, Reporting Safety ...... 8-8 9-4 Halogen Bulbs ...... 6-33 Suspension ...... 7-43 Hazard Warning Flashers ...... 5-2 ThrottleLinkage ...... 7-43 HeadRestraints ...... 1-5 InstrumentPanel ...... 2-66 Headlamps ...... 2-44 Brightness Control ...... 2-46 Aiming ...... 6-36 Cleaning ...... 6-53 Bulb Replacement ...... 6-33 Cluster ...... 2-68 High/Low Beam Changer ...... 2-37 Fuse Block ...... 6-62 Wiring ...... 6-61 Interior Lamps ...... 2-46 Hearing Impaired. Customer Assistance ...... 8-4 Bulb Replacement ...... 6-42 Heatedseats ...... 1-4 Heating ...... 3-5 High-Beam Headlamps ...... 2-37 Jack. Tire ...... 5-26 Highway Hypnosis ...... 4-23 Jump Starting ...... 5-3 HillandMountainRoads ...... 4-23 Hitches. Trailer ...... 4-35 KeyLock Cylinders Service ...... 7-40 Hood Key Reminder Warning ...... 2-15 Checking Things Under ...... 6-8 Keys ...... 2-2 Release ...... 6-9 Horn ...... 2-34 Hydroplaning ...... 4- 19 Labels Certification ...... 4-30 Service Parts Identification ...... 6-60 Ignition Key Positions ...... 2- 19 Tire-Loading Information ...... 4-30 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check ...... 7-42 Vehicle Identification Number ...... 6-60 Illuminated Entry ...... 2-47 Lamp. Trunk ...... 2-49 Inflation. Tire ...... 6-44 Lamps ...... 2-44 Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror ...... 2-50 Cornering ...... 2-46 Inspections ...... 7-43 Courtesy ...... 2-47 Brakesystem ...... 7-43 InstrumentPanel ...... 2-46 ExhaustSystems ...... 7-43 Interior ...... 2-46 Front-Wheel-Drive Axle Boot and Seal ...... 7-43 OnReminder ...... 2-44 Radiator and Heater Hose ...... 7-43 Latches. Seatback ...... 1-6 Steering ...... 7-43 Leaving Your Vehicle ...... 2-7 Lubricants and Fluids ...... 7-44 Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running ...... 2-30 Lubrication Service. Body ...... 7-40 License Plate Holder ...... 2-62 LumbarControls ...... 1-2 Light Sensor. Twilight Sentinel ...... 2-46 Lighter ...... 2-61 Magnasteer ...... 4-10 Lights Maintenance. Normal Replacement Parts ...... 6-72 Air Bag Readiness ...... 1-22. 2-71 MaintenanceRecord ...... 7-46 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning...... 2.73. 4.7 Maintenance Schedule ...... 7-1 Battery Warning ...... 2-71 Long Trip/Highway Definition ...... 7-6 Brake System Warning ...... 2-72 Long TripMighway Intervals ...... 7-6 CheckOil ...... 2-79 Owner Checks and Services...... 7-39 Door Ajar ...... 2-79 Periodic Maintenance Inspections ...... 7-43 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning...... 2-74 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...... 7-44 Interior ...... 2-46 Short Trip/City Definition ...... 7-5 Low Coolant Warning ...... 2-75 Short Trip/City Intervals ...... 7-5 LowFuel ...... 2-80 Maintenance. Underbody ...... 6-58 Oilpressure ...... 2-78 Maintenance When Trailer Towing ...... 4-38 Safety Belt Reminder ...... 1.7. 2.70 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...... 2-76 Service Engine Soon ...... 2-76 Memory Traction Control System Warning ...... 2.73. 4.9 DoorLocks ...... 2-5 Loading Your Vehicle ...... 4-30 Seats and Mirrors ...... 1-3. 2-11 Locks ...... 2-4 Mirrors ...... 2-50 Door ...... 2-4 Automatic Dimming Outside Rearview...... 2-54 Door. Delayed Locking ...... 2- 12 Convex Outside ...... 2-55 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check ...... 7-42 Electrochromic Daymight Rearview ...... 2-50 Key Lock Cylinder Service ...... 7-40 Inside Daymight Rearview ...... 2-50 Lockout Protection ...... 2-7 Memory ...... 1-3.2-11 Memory Door ...... 2-5 Parallel Park Assist ...... 2-54 PowerDoor ...... 2-5 Power Remote Control ...... 2-54 Tr~nk...... 2-14 Visor Vanity ...... 2-61 Low Coolant Warning Light ...... 2-75 Withcompass ...... 2-51 LowFuelLight ...... 2-80 MountainRoads ...... 4-23 Multifunction Lever ...... 2-35 9-6

Rear Replacing Parts After a Crash ...... 1-48 Outside Seat Position ...... 1-28 System Check ...... :...... 7-40 Safety Belt Comfort Guides ...... 1-32 Retained Accessory Power ...... 2-20 SeatPassengers ...... 1-28 Right Front Passenger Position ...... 1-21 Towing ...... 5-12 Roadside Assistance ...... 8-5 Window Defogger ...... 3-8 Roadside Assistance. Canadian ...... 8-5 Rear Turn Signal Bulb Replacement ...... 6.39. 6.41 Rocking Your Vehicle ...... 5-35 Rearview Mirror Rotation.Tires ...... 6-45 Electrochromic Daymight ...... 2-50 Inside Daymight ...... 2-50 Safety Belts ...... 1-6 WithCompass ...... 2-51 Adults ...... 1-12 Reclining Front Seatbacks ...... 1-4 Care ...... 6-54 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...... 7-44 Center Passenger Position ...... 1-27 Recovery Tank. Coolant ...... 5-18 Children ...... 1-34 Refrigerants. Air Conditioning ...... 6-72 DriverPosition ...... 1-13 Remote Extender ...... 1-47 Fuel Door Release ...... 6-7 How to Wear Properly ...... 1-12 Keyless Entry ...... 2-7 IncorrectUsage ...... 1-16, 1-45, 1-46 Trunk Release ...... 2- 14 Lap Belt ...... 1-27 Trunk Release Lockout ...... 2- 15 Lap-Shoulder ...... 1-13, 1-28 Removing the Rear Seat Cushion ...... 6-67 LargerChildren ...... 1-44 Replacement Passenger Position ...... 1-21, 1-27, 1-28 Bulbs ...... 6-69 Questions and Answers ...... 1-11 Parts ...... 6-72 Rear Comfort Guides ...... 1-32 Wheel ...... 6-49 Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions ...... 1-28 Replacing Safety Belts ...... 1-48 Rear Seat Passengers ...... 1-28 Reporting Safety Defects ...... 8-8 ReminderLight ...... 1-7, 2-70 Restraints Replacing After a Crash...... 1-48 Checking ...... 1-47 fight Front Passenger Position ...... 1-21 Child ...... 1-36 Shoulder Belt Tightness Adjustment...... 1-14 Head ...... 1-5 Smaller Children and Babies ...... 1-34 Use During Pregnancy ...... 1-20 WhyTheyWork ...... 1-8 Safety Chains ...... 4-36 Shifting Safety Defects. Reporting ...... 8-8... Intopark(€') ...... 2-28 Safety Warnings and Symbols ...... vlu Out of Park (P) ...... 2-31 Scheduled Maintenance Services ...... 7-4 Shoulder Belt Tightness Adjustment ...... 1-14 Seat Cushion. Removing the Rear ...... 6-67 SignalingTurns ...... 2-36 Seatback Skidding ...... 4-14 Latches ...... 1-6 Sound Equipment. Adding ...... 3-19 PowerRecliner ...... 1-4 Spare Tire. Compact ...... 5-34 RecliningFront ...... 1-4 Speaker Covers. Cleaning ...... 6-54 Seats Specifications and Capacities ...... 6.70. 6.71 Controls ...... 1-2 Specifications. Engine ...... 6-72 Heated ...... 1-4 Speech Impaired. Customer Assistance ...... 8-4 Lumbar Control ...... 1-2 Speedometer ...... 2-69 Memory ...... 1-3. 2-11 SRS ...... 1-21 Power ...... 1-2 Stains, Cleaning ...... 6-52 Restraint Systems ...... 1. 1 Starter Switch Check ...... 7-41 Securing a Child Restraint...... 1-38. 1.40. 1-41 Starting Your Engine ...... 2-21 SecurityFeedback ...... d...... 2-9 Steam ...... 5-14 SecuritySystem, PASS-Key 11 ...... 2-18 Steering ...... 4-10 Service ...... 6-2 In Emergencies ...... 4-11 Bulletins, Ordering ...... 8-9 Magnasteer ...... 4-10 Engine Soon Light ...... 2-76 Power ...... 4-10 Manuals, Ordering ...... 8-9 Tips ...... 4-10 Parts Identification Label ...... 6-60 Wheel, Tilt ...... 2-35 Publications, Ordering ...... 8-9 Steering Wheel Touch Controls ...... 3-9, 3-18 Work, Doing Your Own ...... 6-2 Storage Compartments ...... 2-55 Service and Appearance Care ...... 6-1 Storage, Vehicle ...... 6-32 Service and Owner Publications ...... 8-9 Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow ...... 5-35 Service Publications ...... 8-9 SunVisors ...... 2-61 Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Buick ...... 1-26 Sunroof (Astroroof) ...... 2-62 Sheet Metal Damage ...... 6-57 Supercharged Engine ...... 6-10 Supercharger Oil ...... 6-17

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TrUnk warning Devices ...... 5-3 Lock ...... 2-14 Warning Lights. Gages and Indicators ...... 2-70 Release Lockout. Remote ...... 2- 15 Warranty Information ...... 8-8 Release. Remote ...... 2-14 Washer Fluid. Windshield ...... i 6-26 Security Override ...... 2-15 Washing Your Vehicle ...... 6-55 TTYUsers ...... 8-4 Weatherstrips ...... 6-55 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator ...... 2-36 Wheel Turn Signal Reminder ...... 2-36 Alignment ...... 6-48 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ...... 2-35 Nut Torque ...... 5.31.6.70.6.71 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer ...... 4-37 Replacement ...... 6-49 Tkilight Sentinel ...... 2-46 Wrench ...... 5-26 Windows ...... 2-34 Express-Down ...... 2-34 Underbody Flushing Service ...... 7-42 Power ...... 2-34 Underbody Maintenance ...... 6-58 WindshieldWasher ...... 2-38 Universal Theft-Deterrent System ...... 2- 16 Fluid ...... 2.38.6.26 Universal Transmitter ...... 2-63 Fluid Level Check ...... 7-39 WindshieldWiper ...... 2-37 Bladecheck 7-40 I Vehicle ...... Control ...... 4-6 Blade Replacement ...... 6.42.6.72 Damagewarnings ...... ix Cleaning the Blade ...... 2.38. 6.55 Dimensions ...... 6-72 Fuses ...... 6-61 Identification Number ...... 6-60 Winter Driving ...... 4-25 Loading ...... 4-30 Wiper Blades. Cleaning ...... 2.38.6.55 Storage ...... 6-3 2 Wiring.Headlamp ...... 6-61 Ventilation System ...... 3-6 WreckerTowing ...... 5-8 Visor Vanity Mirrors. Illuminated ...... 2-61 Wrench. Wheel ...... 5-26 Visors. Sun ...... 2-61

9-11 Service Station Checkpoints

WINDSHIELD REMOTE WASHER FLUID BAlTERY P6-26 TERMINAL P5-4 TIRES \ / P6-43

ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK

SECONDARY HOOD RELEASE P6-9 FUEL DOOR RELEASE TAB P6-7 I 'FUEL HOOD DOOR / RELEASE \ P6-6 ENGINE COOLANT P6-9 REMOTE TRUNK RECOVERY TANK AND FUEL DOOR P6-23 RELEASE P2-14 AND 6-7

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