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The 1997 Buick Riviera Owners Manual

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Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. It also explainsSRS system. the Features and Controls This section explains how to start and operate your Buick. Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system. Your Driving and the Road Here youll find helpful information and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions. Problems on the Road This section tells what to if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. do Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to keep your Buick running properly and looking good. Maintenance Schedule This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use. Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Buick for assistance and how to get service and owner publications. It also gives you information on Reporting Safety Defects on page 8-8. Index Heres an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual.can useit to quickly find You something you want to read.

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Walter Marr Thomas Buick and

Buicks chief engineer, Walter Marr (left), and L. 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, first and Mar, his engineer, apparently built the auto to be called a Buick 1900. However, Buick traditionally in was the year the dates its beginnings 1903, to That company was reorganized, refinanced and moved from Detroit to Flint. Buick has always been a product innovator. Buick engineers developed the

William C . (Billy)Durant

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Durant also created a racing team that won racing 500 trophies in 1909 and 1910, including successes at 'Indianapolis two years before Indy 500 began. the The success of Buick engines was visible not only on the race track, but endurance tests across the country in and around the world. Buick was the only to car complete a 1,000-mile Chicago-to-New York race in 1906.And a Buick was the first car to travel across South America, driven from Buenos Aires, Argentina, over the Andes to Santiago, Chilein 1914.

Buick drew plentyof attention becauseit could climb hills and run through mud like no other car. Buick's endurance and reliability were world famous. During World War Buick built Liberty aircraft engines I, so as well as Red Cross ambulances successfully that one Buick ambulance was awarded Croix de Guerre the by the French government. As a builder premier automobiles, Buick was hard of hit by the Great Depression. However, new General Manager Harlow H. Curtice created popular new models including the Special and Roadmaster. Buick sales the soon flourished.

1911 Model 21 Touring Car on Buick's Test Hill

First Buick Factory

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A high-compression V-8 engine was introduced in 1953. @e other military hardware. This post-war period brought And Buicks famous vertical pillar toothy great styling and engineering changes which resulted in (introduced in 1942) became more massivein the increased sales. The torque converter automatic post-war era. in transmission, Dynaflow, was introduced the 1948 Roadmaster. Buicks famous portholes came along i 1949. n

In World War 11, Buick built aircraft engines, tanks and

I953 Skylark
1949 Roadmaster

Motor Trend magazine named 1962 Buick Special the Car of the Year. Thefirst productionV-6 engine was used in the Special.

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1962 Buick Special

Built inside the walls the old buildingsin Buicks of former Flint complex, which formed the cornerstone of General Motors, Buick City is a state-of-the-art 200 assembly facility with more than robots and other high-tech equipment. It was completed the fall in of 1985. Buicks are, and will continue to premium American be, motorcars with smooth power, high performance, rich detail and comfortable accommodation.

Ed Mertz, General Manager, Buick Motor Division Our mission is simple: Buick will provide Premium American Motorcars backed with services that exceed customers our expectations, throughout the purchase, ownership, service and repurchase experience. Buicks are SUBSTANTIAL,. Buicks are DISTINCTIVE. Buicks are POWERFUL. Buicks are PREMIUM.

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Safety Warnings and Symbols

this book. This safety symbAol means Dont, Dont do this, or Dont let this happen.

Vehicle Damage Warnings

Also, in this book you will find these notices:

I NOTICE:
These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle.

In the notice area, we tell you about something that ca damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly. But the notice will you what todo to help tell avoid the damage. When you read other manuals, you might see in CAUTION and NOTICE warnings different colors or in different words. Youll also see warning labels on your vehicle. They use the same words, CAUTION or NOTICE.

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Vehicle Symbm These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle.
For example, these symbols are used on an original battery:
CAUTION POSSIBLE INJURY PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING CAUSTIC FASTEN SEAT BELTS BURNS COOLANT AVOID SPARKS OR FLAMES SPARK OR FLAME COULD EXPLODE BAllERY

These symbols are important for you and your passengers whenever your vehicle is driven:

These symbols have to do with your lamps:

These symbols are on someof your controls:

These symDols are used on warning and indicator lights:

Here are some other symbols you may see:

DOOR LOCK UNLOCK

TURN SIGNALS PARKING LAMPS

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COOLANT TEMP BAllERY CHARGING SYSTEM

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FUSE

LIGHTER

BRAKE

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HORN

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SPEAKER

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FOG LAMPS

ENGINE OIL PRESSURE

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VENTILATING FAN

ANTI-LOCK BRAKES

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Seats and Seat Controls

This section tells you about the seats how to adjust -them, and also about memory seats, reclining seatbacks and head restraints.

Raise or lower the front the seat by holding the of or front partof the horizontal control up down. Raise or lower the rear the seat by holding the rear of part of the horizontal control up or down. Raise or lower the entire seat holding the whole by control up or down. Move the seat forward or back by holding the control to the front or back.

Power Seats

Power Lumbar Control (Option)

If you have this option, the driver's seatback lumbar support can be adjusted by moving the single switch of located on the side the seat.To increase or decrease support, hold the switch forward or rearward.

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

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Memory Seat and Mirrors (Option)

2. Press the SET button and then press 1 or 2 side the of the MEMORY switch within seconds. You five will hear one beep when you press SET button the and two beeps when you press MEMORY button the to confirm that mirror and seat positions are the entered into memory.
the When your Buickis in PARK (P) with 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, follow the preceding steps, but press other side of the the MEMORY switch. The EXIT button allows you to get out car easily. of the When the gear shift selector in PARK (P) with the is ignition on or OFF, push EXIT andthe seat willgo all the way down and back.

The memory function controls drivers seat cushion the and outside mirror positions. does notstore the lumbar It or recline positions. To set your memory seat and mirrors:
1. Adjust the drivers seat toyour desired position. Adjust bothoutside mirrors to suit you. See Mirrors in the Index.

Remote Keyless Entry Personal Choice Feature

Each remote keyless entry transmitter can be programmed to movethe drivers seat and outside mirrors to aset memory position when transmitters the UNLOCK button is pressed. For programming instructions, see Personal Choice Features in the Index.

Heated Front Seat (Option)

If your vehicle has this option, the switch on the is drivers armrest. With the ignition inACCESSORY or RUN, press the button once and the seat will warm up. The HI light on the button will come on.

Reclining Front Seatbacks

forward to bring the seat to a more upright position. Push it rearward to recline the seatback.

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

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But dont havea seatback rqdined your vehicle is moving. if

Head Restraints
Slide the head restraint up down so that the top the or of of restraint i s closest to the top your ears. This position of reduces the chance a neck injury in a cr~ash.

Seatback Latches

If theseatbackisntlocked,itcouldmove . forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked.

To fold a seatback forward if it does lockin place, push the seatback toward the rear as you lift this latch. Then the seatback will fold forward. The latch mustbe down for the seat to work properly.

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Safety Belts: Theyrefor Everyone
This part of the manual tells you how use safety belts to properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts.

The front seatback folds forward let people get into to Your seatback will move back and forth the back seat. it will freely, unless you come to a sudden stop. Then lock in place. Theres one time the seatback may not fold without some help from you. Thats if your vehicle is parked going down a fairly steephill.

And it explains the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), or a r bag system. i

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A CAUTION:
Dont let anyone ride where or she cant wear he a safety belt properly.f you are in a crash and I youre not wearinga safety belt, your injuries can be much worse. You can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected fromit. You can be seriously injured or killed. In the same crash, might you not be if you are buckled up. Always fasten your safety belt,and check that yourpassengers belts are fastened properly too. It is extremely dangerous to ride in cargo area, a inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured orkilled. Do not allow people to ride in any area your vehicle that is not of equipped with seats and safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly.

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

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They work. wear safety belts. Heres why:
You never know if youll be a crash.If you do havea in crash, you dont know if will be a bad one. it

Why Safety Belts Work

When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes.

A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldnt survive. But most crashes are between. In many of them, in wl a people who buckle up can survive and sometimes k away. Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed. After more than years of safety beltsin vehicles, 25 In the facts are clear. most crashes buckling up does matter ... a lot!

Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose its a seat just on wheels.

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Put someone on it.

Get it up to speed.Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesnt stop.

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Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts-- and the Answers
@ Wont I be trapped in the vehicle after an
accident if Im wearing a safety belt?

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You could be -- whether youre wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if youre upside down. And your chance of being conscious during and after accident, so an you can unbuckle and get out, much greater if is you are belted.
If my vehicle has air bags, why shouldhave to I wear safety belts?

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or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time stop. You stop over more distance, to and your strongest bones take forces. Thats why the safety belts make such good sense.

Air bags are in m%iyWhicles today ana will be in most of them in the future. But they are supplemental systems only; they work with so safety belts-- not insteadof them. Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts. Even if youre a vehicle that has air in bags, you still have to buckle up to get most the protection. Thats true not only frontal collisions, in but especiallyin side and other collisions.

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If Im a good driver, andI never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts?

How to Wear Safety Belts Properly

Adults
This part is only people of adult size. for Be aware that there special things to know about safety are are belts and children. And there different rules for smaller in children and babies. If a child will be kding your Buick, this see the part of manual called Children. Follow those rules for everyones protection. First, youll want know which restraint systems your to vehicle has. Well start with the driver position.

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You may be an excellent driver, but youre in an if accident -- even one that isnt your fault you and -your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver doesnt protectyou from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers. Most accidents occur within miles (40 km) of 25 home. And the greatest number serious injuries of and deaths occur at speeds less than40 mph of (65 k d . 0 . Safety beltsare for everyone.

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Driver Position
This part describes the drivers restraint system.

Lap-Shoulder Belt
The driver has a lap-shoulder The shoulder portion belt. an It of the belt has energy management loop. is designed to open and help protect you certain crashes. in If it opens, you willsee a labelon the safety belt that f says to replacethe belt. Be sureto do so. I you dont, the safetybelt wont work properly and wont protect you in another crash. more information on replacing For safety belts after crash, see Replacing Safety Belts a in the Index. Heres 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) so you can sit up straight.

3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Dont letit get twisted.
4. Push the latch plate into the buckle untilclicks. it
Pull up on the latch plate to make surei s secure. If it the beltisnt long enough, see Safety Belt Extender at the end this section. of

on Make sure the release button the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the if safety belt quickly you ever had to.

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The lap part of the belt should be low and snug on worn the hips, just touching the thighs. crash,this applies In a lkely force to the strong pelvic bones. And youd be less If to slide under the lap belt. you slid under it, the beit This would apply force at your abdomen. could cause go serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the belt body are best able to take restraining forces. The safety belt locks theres a sudden stop or crash. if

Shoulder Belt Tightness Adju: -- :nt

Your car has a shoulder belt tightness adjustment it feature. If the shoulder belt seems too tight, adjust before you begin to drive.
1. Sit well back in the seat.

2. Start pulling the shoulder belt out.

Whats wrong with this?

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You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. Dont allow more than inch (25 mm) of slack. 1

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The shoulder belt is too loose.It wont give nearly as much protection this way.

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Whats wrong with this?

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

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The belt is buckled in the wrong place.

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What's wrong with this?

You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm.In a crash, your body would move too far forward,which would increase the chance head andneck injury. of Also, the beltwould 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.

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

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Whats wrong with this?

You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldnt have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. aIf is twisted, belt make it straight it can work properly, or ask so your dealer to fix it.

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The belt is twisted across the body.

Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy

Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant l women. Like a l occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injuredif they dont wear safety belts.

To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. just of The belt should go back out the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt isof the out door on it, you can damage both the way. If you slam 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.

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The best way to protect the fetus is to protectthe mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, its more likely that thefetus wont be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, th&&y:to (.:;,+ .,. safety belts effective is wearing them properly.

Here arethe most hportant things to know about the air bag system:

Right Front Passenger Position

The rightfront passengers safety belt works same the way as the drivers safety belt. See Driver Position, earlier in this section. When the lap portion of the beltis pulled out all the the way, it will lock. If it does, let it go back all way and start again.

If your vehicle has a center passenger position, be sure to use the correct buckle when buckling your lap-shoulder belt.If you find that the latch plate will not if go fully into the buckle, see you are using the buckle for the center passenger position.

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)

This part explains Supplemental Restraint System the i (SRS) ora r bag syst -A.
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You can be severely injured orkilled in a crash if you arent wearing your safety belt even if you have air bags. Wearing yoursafety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance hitting things of inside the vehicle or being ejected from Air it. bags are supplemental restraints to the safety belts. All air bags are designed to work with safety belts, but dont replace them. Air bags are designed to work only in moderate to severe crashes wherethe frontof your vehicle hits something. They arent designed to inflate all at in rollover, rear, sideor low-speed frontal crashes. Everyone in your vehicle should weara safety belt properly whether ornot theres an air bag for that person.
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Your Buick has two air bags one air bagfor the driver -and another air bag the rightfront passenger. for

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There is an a r bag readiness i light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. Air bags inflate wnn great force, fasterthan me blink of an eye. If youre tooclose to an inflating air bag, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keepyou in position before and duringa crash. Always wear your safety belt, even with air bags. The driver should sit far back as possible as while still maintaining controlof the vehicle. The system checks the air bag electrical system for you malfunctions. The light tells if there is an electrical problem. See Air Bag Readiness Light in the Index for more information. An inflating air bag can seriously injure small children. Always secure children properly in your vehicle. To read how, see the partof this manual called Children and the caution label the on right frontpassengers safety belt.

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HOW Air the

If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag may not inflate properlyitmight or force the object that person. Thepath of an into inflating air bag must be kept clear. Dont put anything between an occupant and an air bag, and dont attach or putanything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering.

this it can be somewhat above or below 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 impacts orrear impacts, because inflation would not help the occupant.
In any particular crash, no one can say whether an air bag should have inflated simply because the damage of to a vehicle because of what the repair costs were. or of Inflation is determined by the angle the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down frontal or in near-frontal impacts.

When shouldan air bag inflate? An air bag is designed to inflate a moderateto severe in frontal or near-frontal crash. The air bag will inflate only if the impact speed is above the systems designed threshold level. If your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesnt move or deform, threshold level is the about 8 to 11 mph (13 to 18 km/h). The threshold level so can vary, however, with specific vehicle design, that

What makesan air bag inflate? h an impactof sufficient severity, a r bag sensing the i system detects that vehicle is in a crash. The sensing the system triggers a release gas from the inflator, which of inflates the air bag. inflator, air bag and related The hardware are all part the air bag modules inside the of steering wheel and the instrument panel in of the in front right front passenger.

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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 occupants upper body, people with a history of asthma or other ar i stopping the occupant more gradually. But bags would breathing trouble.To avoid this, everyone in the not help youin many types of collisions, including as so. rollovers, rear impacts and side impacts, primarily because vehicle should get out soon as it is safe to do If you have breathing problems but cant get out is i an occupants motion not toward thoseair bags. A r of the vehicle after an air bag inflates, then get bags should never be regarded asg an more than a fresh air by opening a window or door. supplement to safety belts, and then only in moderate to 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, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. After an air bag inflates, it quickly deflates,so quickly Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the that some people may even realizethe air bag not right front passenger air bag. the inflated. Some components the air bag module in of for steering wheel hub the drivers air bag, or the 0 Air bags are designed to inflate only once. After they instrument panelfor the right front passengers bag, will inflate, youll need some new parts your air bag for be hotfor a shorttime. The parts of the bag that come system. If you dont get them, the air bag system warm, but nottoo hot to into contact with you may be wont 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 doesnt 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.

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Air bags affect how your Buick should be serviced. There are partsof the air bag system in several places around your vehicle.You dont want the system to on inflate while someone is working 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 wont work properly. your dealer See system. To purchase a service manual, see Service and for service. Owner Publications in the Index.

Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module, which records information about the air bag system. The module records dormation about the readiness of the system, when the sensors are activated and drivers safety belt usage at deployment.

Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Buick

NOTICE:
If you damage thecovering for thedrivers or the right frontpassengers air bag, the bag may not work properly. You may have to replacethe air bag module in the steering wheel or both the air bag module and the instrument panel for the right frontpassengers air bag. Donot open or break the air coverings. bag

10 For up to minutes after theignition key is turned off and the battery disconnected, an air is bag can still inflate during improperservice. You can be injured if you are close to an airbag when it inflates. Avoid wires wrapped with yellow tape or yellow connectors. They are probably part of the airbag system. Be sure tofollow proper service procedures, and make sure the person performing work for is qualified to doso. you
The air bag system does not need regular maintenance.

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Lap B:elt
If your vehicle hasa front split 'seat. a rear bench #and n seat, .someone can.sit i 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 buckleuntil it clicks.

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To unlatch thebelt, just push the button the buckle. 00

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Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for 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.
in There is one guide each outside passenger position for the rear seat. To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for smaller adults, the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulder belts. Heres how to install a comfort guide and usethe safety belt:

1. Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge of the seatback and the interior body to remove the guide fromits storage clip.

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C ild Restraints
Be sure the child restraint is designed to be in a used it vehicle. If it is, it will havea label saying that meets Federal Mator Vehicle Safety Standards.
Then follow the instructions the restraint.You may for find these instructions on restraint itself or a the in booklet, or both. These restraints use the belt system in your vehicle,but the child also has to be secured within of the restraint to help reduce the chance personal injury. The instructions that come with the infant or child restraint will show you how to do that.

Where to Putthe Restraint

Accident statisticsshow that children are safer if they are restrainedin the rear rather than the front seat. We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your Never put a rear-facing child restraintin the rear seat. child restraintin the front passenger seat. Heres why:

A child ina rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injuredif the rightfront passengers air bag inflates. This is because the back of a rear-facing childrestraint would be very close to the inflatingair bag. Always secure a rear-facing child restraint in the rear seat. You may, however, secure forward-facing child a restraint in the right front seat. Before you secure a forward-facing child restraint, always move the front passenger seatas far back as it will go. Or, secure the child restraint in the seat. rear

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Top Strap

/!\ CAUTI'ON:
A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured the right front by passenger air bag if it inflates. Never secure a child restraint in the center front seat. It's always better to secure a child restraint in the rearseat. You may, however, secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right front passenger seat, but only with the seatmoved all theway 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 and injure people in the vehicle. Be sure to properly secure any child If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be in restraint in your vehicle-- even when no child is it. anchored. If you needto have an anchor installed, you it in can ask your Buick dealer to put for you. If you want to install an anchor yourself, your dealer can tell you how to doit.

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

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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 in the center frontseat. Its always better to secure achild restraint in the rear You may, seat. however, secure a forward-facingchild restraint in the right front passenger seat, but with only the seatm.oved all theway back.
See the earlier part about the top strap child if the restraint has one.

1. Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pullingit along the belt.
2. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint.
3. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say.
4. Run the vehicles safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions show. will

you how.

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4. Pick up the latch plate, and the lap and shoulder run or portions of the vehicles safety belt through
around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how.
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If the shoulder belt goes front of the childsface or in neck, putit behind the child restraint.

A child in a rear-facing child restraint be can seriously injured if the right front passengers air bag inflates. This is because the back of a rear-facing child restraint would very close to be the inflating air bag. Always secure a rear-facing child restraint in the rear seat.
Youll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See earlier part the if about the top strap the child restraint has one.
1. Because your vehicle has a right passenger a r front i bag, always move the seat as far back as it go will 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 instructions say.

5. Buckle the belt. Make sure release buttonis the positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.

8. Push md p d the child restraintin diferent directions-to be m e it 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 a get the additional restraintshoulder beltcan provide. Accident statistics show that children safer if they are are restrainedin the rear seat. But they need to use the safety belts properly.
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Children who arent buckled up be thrown out in can a crash. Children who arent buckled upcan strike other people who are.

Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicles safety belts.

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Never do this. Here two children arewearing the samebelt. The belt cant properly spread the impact forces. 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 shoulder is belt very close to thechilds face or neck? Move the child toward the centerof the vehicle, but be sure that the shoulder belt is on the childs still shoulder, so that in a crashthe childs upper body would havethe restraint that belts provide. the If child is sitting in a rear seat outside position, see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides in the Index. If the child is small thatthe shoulder belt is so still very close to the childs or neck, you might face want to place the child the center seat position, in the one that has a lap belt. only

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Safety Belt Extender

If the vehicles safety belt will fasten around you, you should,use it.

Checking Your Restraint Systems

Now and then, make sure safety belt reminder light the and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look any other for But if a safety belt long enough to isnt fasten, your If an dealer will order you extender. Its free. When you go loose or damaged safety belt system parts. you see a anything that might keep safety belt system from in to orderit, take the heaviest coat you will wear,the so doing its job, have it repaired. extender willbe long enough for you. The extender will Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect in a you be just for you, andjust for the seat in your vehicle that you choose. Dontlet someone else use it, and useit crash. They can rip apart under impact forces. belt is If a 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.)

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Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash

If youve had a crash, do you need new belts?

After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. If belts are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision worn But if the belts were stretched, as they would ifbe 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 if may be necessary even the belt wasnt being used at the timeof the collision.

If you ever see label on the drivers or the right front a to passengers safety belt that says replace the belt, be sure to do so. Then the new belt will be there to help protect you in a collision. You would see this label on the belt near the latch plate.

If your seat adjuster wont work after a crash, the special the part of the safety belt that goes through the seat to adjuster may need to be replaced. If an air bag inflates, youll needreplace a r bag to i in system parts.See the part on air bag system earlier the this section.

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Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators

Keys

A CAUTION:
Leaving young children in vehicle with the a ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate power windows other OF controls or even make the vehicle move. Dont leave the keys in a vehicle with young children.

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The ignition key is for the ignition only.

When a new Riviera delivered, the dealer removes the is the plugs from the keys, and gives them to first owner. However, if the ignition key does not have a plug, ther may be a bar-coded key tag instead.

Each plug or bar-coded key tag has a code that tells on it your dealer or a qualified locksmith to make extra how or keys. Keep the tags plugs in a safe place. If youlose your keys, youll be able to have new ones made easi using these tagsor plugs. If your ignition keys dont for have tags or plugs, goto your Buick dealer 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. be sure you So have extra keys.

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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 wont open it. Outsiders caneasily 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 arentlocked. Wear safety belts properly, lock your doors, and you will be far better off whenever you drive yourvehicle.

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There are several ways to and unlock your vehicle. lock From the outside, use your door key.

To lock the door from the inside, move the lock control on the door forward. To unlock the door, move the control toward the lock is rear of the vehicle. There a red mark on the lock control which shows when door is unlocked. the

If your vehicle has a theft-deterrent system activated, it is and unlock the doors only with the key or Remote Keyless Entry l . System. This will avoid settingoff the am

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Central Door Unlocking System (Option)

If the drivers door key is held the unlock position for in
all more than one second, doors will electronically unlock.

Memory Door Locks

This is a Personal Choice feature that programs your door locks to automatically lock or unlock.

Power Door Locks

Press the power DOOR LOCK/UNLOCK switch to lock or unlockboth doors at once.

turn Close your doors and on the ignition. Every time of you move your shift lever out PARK (P), all of the doors will lock. And, every time you stop and move your shift lever intoPARK (P), your doors will unlock. If someone needsto get out while youre not in PARK (P), have that person use manual or power the lock. When the door closed again,it will not lock is automatically. Just use the manual or power to lock 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 ajar light on the instrument panel will are come on and stay on until the doors closed and completely latched.

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Customizing Your Memory Door Locks Feature

You can program the memory door locks feature to change to the following modes:

Vehicles are delivered programmed in Mode 3. To change modes:

Mode 0 1
2

Operation No automatic lock doorunlock. or Allautomatically doors lock when shifted outof PARK (P).No automatic door unlock. All doors automatically lock when shifted out of PARK (P). Only the drivers door automatically unlocks PARK (P). when shifted into All doors automatically lock when shifted outof PARK (P).All doors automatically unlock when shifted into PARK (P).

1. Close all doors and turn the ignition on. Keep all doors closed throughout this procedure. 2. Press and hold the drivers power door lock switch through Step4. on 3. Press the LOCK button the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter. The memory door locks will remain in the current mode. 4. Press the LOCK button on the transmitter again. Each time the transmitters LOCK button is pressed, 3 to the mode will advance by one, going from Mode 0 to 1, etc. NOTE: The door locks will cycle according the to mode entered while customizing memory door locks. (Mode 0 has no feedback.) 5. Release the power door lock switch. The memory door locks will remain the most recent mode selected. in NOTE: This procedure changes the mode for only the transmitter usedto change this setting.The procedure will need to be repeated the second transmitter. for

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Lockout Protection
The power door locks will not work if the key is left in the ignition withthe drivers door open. You can override thisfeature by holding the power door lock switch for more than three seconds, unless engine the is running.

Remote Keyless Entry System

You can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m) away usingthe remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle.

Leaving Your Vehicle

If you are leaving the vehicle, take keys, open your 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 in Index. the

Your Remote Keyless Entry System operates a on radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry and Scienc Canada.

This device complies with Part of theFCC Rules. 15 0 Check the distance.You may be too f i r from your to Operation is subject the followingtwo conditions: vehicle. You may needto stand closer during rainy or snowy weather. (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (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. Take few steps to the left or right, a This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry and t r hold the transmitter higher, andy again. Science Canada. Operationis subject to the following If youre still having trouble, see your Buick dealer two conditions:(1)this device may not cause or a quallfied technician service. for interference, and(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may Operation cause undesired operation the device. of The drivers door unlock when UNLOCK pressed. wiU is Changes or modifications to this system by other than an If UNLOCK is pressed again withinfive seconds, both authorized service facility could void authorization to doors will unlock. Pressing UNLOCK button will the use this equipment. also illuminatethe interior lamps.See Illuminated of This system has a range about 3 feet (1 m) up to Entry in the index. 30 feet (9 m). At times you may notice decrease in a Both doors will lock when LOCK is pressed. range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the transmitter does not work or if you have The trunk will unlock when the opened trunk symbol is to stand closer to your vehicle the transmitter to for pressed when the ignition off. The trunk symbolwill is work, try this: also work when the ignition on, but only while the is vehicle is inPARK (P) or NEUTRAL(N). Check to determine if battery replacement or resynchronization is necessary. See the instructions that follow.

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Instant Alarm When the button withthe horn symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed, the horn will sound will and the headlamps and taillamps flash for up to off by pressing the two minutes.This can be turned instant alarm button again or by turning ignition on. the If your vehicleis equipped with the Universal Theft Deterrent feature, you may alsoturn off the instant alarm by unlockingthe vehicle witha key. Resynchronization If only the instant alarm button works, the transmitter needs to be resynchronized the receiver. Do this by to pressing and holding both LOCK andUNLOCK the buttons for about eight seconds. You must be within range of the vehicle.
Once the transmitter has been resynchronized, horn the will chnp and the exterior lamps will flash once. The system should now operate properly.

Security Feedback This Personal Choice feature provides feedbackto the driver when the vehicle receives a command from the key transmitter. The following modes may be selected: Mode 0
1

3
4
5

Transmitter Response No transmitter response when locking or unlocking vehicle. No transmitter response when locking; exterior lamps flash when unlocking vehicle. Exterior lamps flash when locking; no transmitter response when unlocking vehicle. Exterior lamps flash when locking and when unlocking vehicle. Exterior lampsflash and horn chirps when locking; no transmitter response when unlocking vehicle. Exterior lamps flash and horn q s ch when locking; exterior lamps flash when unlocking.

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Vehicles are delivered programmed Mode 5. To in change to another mode, the ignition must off. Then: be

1. Press and holdthe drivers power door lock switch (located on the drivers side door). 2. Press the opened trunk button on the transmitter to enter the programming mode. The transmitter will remain in its current mode. 3. Press the opened trunk button again. Each time the chxp opened trunk button is pressed, the horn will and the transmitter will advance to the next mode. 4. Release the power door lock switch. This procedure changes the mode only the for transmitter used to change setting. The procedure this will needto be repeatedfor the second transmitter.

Personal Choice Features The following list features thatare available on your of Riviera canbe programmed to drivers preference the for each keychain transmitter.
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Memory Door Locks:This feature programs your door locks to automatically lock or unlock when shifting in and outof PARK (P).

Security Feedback: This feature provides feedback to the driver when vehicle receives a command the from the key chain transmitter. 0 Delayed Locking:This feature lets the driver delay the actual lockingof the vehicle. Whenall doors have been closed, doors will lock automatically the after five seconds. 0 Perimeter Lighting:When the UNLOCK button on the key chain transmitter pressed, the headlamps, is parking lamps, back-up lamps and cornering lamps will turnon in dark conditions. For more detailed information and programming instructions, referto the Index each individual for feature listed above.
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Memory Seat and Mirrors This is another Personal Choice feature of your Riviera.
The transmitters canalso be programmed to movethe drivers seat and outside mirrors to a setmemory position when the key chain transmitters UNLOCK button is pressed.
To program the system:

The second key chain transmitter can be programmed t record a different seat and mirror position by followin the same steps.

If you prefer to program the exit seat position, which moves the seat completely down and back, follow these steps:
1. Press the SEiT button on the drivers door armrest. You will hear one beep.

1. Adjust the drivers seat to a comfortable position. Adjust both outside mirrors suit you.See Power to Remote Control Mirror the Index. in 2. Press the SET button on the drivers door armrest. You will hear one beep.
3. Within five seconds, pressone of the two memory buttons on the armrest.You will hear two beeps to confirm that the mirror and the seat positions are entered into memory.

2. Press the EXIT button on the armrest. will hear You one beep, but the seat will not move this time. at
3. Press the UNLOCK button onthe appropriate transmitter withinfive seconds. You will hear two beeps.

This personal choice feature will work only when the vehicle is in PARK (P). A beepwill sound inside the is vehicle when the UNLOCK button on the transmitter pressed to movethe seat and mirrors. To turn this feature off, press SET and thenUNLOCK within five seconds.

4. Press the UNLOCK button on appropriate the transmitter withinfive seconds. You will hear two beeps.

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Deiayed Locking This Personal Choice feature lets the driver delay the actual
locking of the vehicle. When the power door lock switch is of pressed with the key out the ignition and the drivers door open,a chime will sound three times to signalthat the all lock delay mode is active. When doors have been closed, the doors will lock automatically after five seconds. E any door is opened before the five-second timerwill this, reset itself onceall the doors have been closed again. Pressing the doorlock switch twice within two seconds will overridethis feature. The delayed lockingfeature can be turnedon or off for each remote transmitter.

Matchi [ransmitter(s)

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Each remote keyless entry transmitter coded to prevent is your vehicle. If a another transmitter from unlocking transmitter is lostor stolen, a replacement can be purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer. When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle, any remaining transmitters must also be matched. Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter, the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle. Each vehicle can have only four transmitters matched to it. See your Buick dealer to match transmitters to another vehicle.

To turn the featureon: 1. Press and holdthe power door lock switch throughout this procedure. Both doors will lock. 2. Press the UNLOCK button on the remote transmitter. still The lock delay is off and both doors will remain locked. 3. Press the UNLOCK button on the remote transmitter is again. Lock delay now active and both doors will unlock. 4. Release the power d Ix k switch. To turn the featureoff, repeat the previous procedure.
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Battery Replacement
Under normal use, the battery your remote keyless in entry transmitter should last about two years. You can tell the battery weak if the transmitter wont is work atthe normal rangein any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, its probably time to change the battery.

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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 thet u k from the outside,turn the lock cover rn to expose the key hole. Insert the door key tand it. m

Remote Trunk Release

It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbonmonoxide (CO)gas can come into yourvehicle. You cant see or smell CO, It can cause unconsciousness even death. and If you must drive with the trunk open or if lid electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the trunk lid: Make sure all windows are shut. Turn the fanon your heatingor cooling system to its highest speed with the setting on VENT. That will force outsideair into your vehicle. See Comfort ControIs in the Index. If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel, open them the way, all See (Engine Exhaust in the Index. Press the TRUNK release button located below the drivers door handle to release the trunk lid. The t u k will rn open if the transaxle in is PARK (P) andif the trunk security releaseis not in the off position.

If you have the Remote Keyless Entry System, it also will unlock yourtrunk if the ignition is or if the off, ignition is on and the transaxlein PARK (P). is

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Remote Trunk Release Lockout

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

Key in the Ignition

If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside, its an -easy target for joy riders or professional thieves so dont doit.
With the ignition OFF and the drivers door open, youll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and takeit with you. Alwaysdo this. Your steering wheel will be locked, andwill your ignition so and transaxle. And remember to lock doors. the

The trunk release lockout switch the glove box allows in you to secureitems in the trunk. Move the trunk release Parking at Night the switch off,lock the glove box and take key with you. Now the trunk release the drivers door will not open Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your on of vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out sight. the trunk. Put them in a storage area, or take them with you.

Trunk Security Override

The remote transmitter will open the even if the trunk override switchis in the off position.

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Parking Lots
If you parkin a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle, its best to lockup and take your keys. it But what if you have to leave your ignition key? What if you have to leave something valuable in your vehicle?

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SECURITY
1. Open the door.

This light reminds you to activate the theft-deterrent system. Hereshow to do it:

Put your valuables in a storage area, like your trunk or glovebox. Lock the glove box. Lock all the doors except the drivers. Then take the door key and remote keyless entry transmitter with you.
2. Lock the door with the power door lock switch or Remote Keyless Entry System. The SECURITY light should come on and stay on.

Universal Theft-Deterrent (Option)

If your Buick has this option, it has a theft-deterrent alarm system. With this system, if your ignitionoff, is the SECURITY light will flash as you open the door.

3. Close all doors. The SECURITY light should go off after about30 seconds. The security system is not armed untilthe SECURITY light is off. If the SECURITY light stays or flashes when the on ignition is turned on, there is a problem with the system and the vehicle should be serviced.

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If a door or trunk is opened without the key or the Remote Keyless Entry System, the alarm will go It off. if are will also go off the trunk lock or door locks damaged. Your vehicles lamps willflash and the horn will sound for several minutes, then go off to save will battery power.

Testing the Alarm

The alarm can be tested by having the drivers first window down. Activate the system by locking the doors or with the power door lock switch the Remote Keyless Entry System.Get out of the car and close the door and wait for the SECURITY light to out. Then reach go in Remember, the theft-deterrent system wont be activated through the window, unlock the door with manual the or if you lockthe doors with a key manual door lock. door lock, and open the door. should set off This It only activatesif you use a power door lock switch the alarm. or Remote Keyless Entry System. You should also If the alarm does not sound whenshould, check to it remember that youcan start your vehicle with the The To see if the horn works. horn fuse may be blown. off, correct ignition key if the alarm has been set replace thefuse, see Fuses and Circuit Breakers but this does not shut the alarm. off in the Index. Heres how to avoid setting off the alarrn by accident: To reduce the possibility of theft, always activatethe 0 If you dont want to activate the theft-deterrent theft-deterrent system when leaving your vehicle. system, lock the door either using a key or the 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 alsot r off the alarmby using the Keyless un Entry System.The alarrn wont stopif you try to unlock a door any other way.

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Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS-KeyI1 (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft-deterrent system. PASS-Key I1 is a passive theft-deterrent system. It works when you insert or remove the key from the ignition. PASS-Key I1 uses a resistor pellet in the ignition key that matches a decoder in your vehicle. When the PASS-Key 1 system senses that someone 1 is using the wrong key,it shuts down the vehicles starter and fuel systems. For about three minutes, the starter wont work and fuel wontgo to the engine.If someone tries to this start your vehicle again or uses another key during time, the vehicle will not start. discourages someone This from randomly trying different keys with different resistor pellets in an attempt to make a match.

Clean and dry the key. Wait about three minutes and try again. The SECURITY light may remain on during this time. If the starter still wont work, and the key appears to be clean and dry, wait about three minutes and try another ignition key. At this time, you may also want to check the fuse (see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index). If the starter wont work with the other key, your vehicle needs service. your vehicle does start, the first If ignition key may be faulty. See your Buick dealer or a 1 1 locksmith who can service the PASS-Key. If you accidentally use a key that has a damaged or missing resistor pellet, the starter wont work. The SECURITY light will flash. But you dont have to wait three minutes before trying another ignition key.
wno See your Buick dealer or a locksmith can service the PASS-Key I1 to have a new key made.

If youre ever driving and the SECURITY light comes on, if you will be able to restart your engine you turn it off. Your PASS-Key 1 system, however,is not working 1 properly and must be serviced by your Buick dealer. Your IT vehicle is not protected by the PASS-Key system.

If you lose or damage a PASS-Key ignition key, see I1 The ignition key must clean and dry before its be your Buick dealer or a locksmith who can service inserted in the ignition or the engine may not If the start. PASS-Key I1 to have a new key made. engine does not start and the SECURITY light comes Turn an, the key may be dirty or wet. the ignitionoff.

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New Vehicle Break-In

Ignition Positions
The key withthe black~plastic head 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 turn the engine but off It still turn the steering wheel.doesn't lock the steering wheel likeLOCK and it doesn't send any electrical OFF power to the accessories. Use if you must have your vehiclein 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 positionfor driving. Even when the engine is not running,you can useRUN to operate your electrical power accessories and to display some instrument panel warning lights. START (E): This position starts your engine. When the engine starts, release the key. The ignition switch will return toRUN for normal driving.

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Starting Your Engine

Move your shiftlever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL(N). Your engine wontstart in any other position-- thats a safety feature. To restart when youre already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only.

NOTICE:

NOTICE:
Dont try to shift to PARK (P) if your Buick is moving. If you do, you could damage the transaxle. Shiftto PARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped.

Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor.
2. If it doesnt start right away, hold your key in START for about three to seconds at a time until five 15 your engine starts. Wait about seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery.

1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key toSTART. When theengine starts, let go of the key.The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm.

3. If your engine still wont start (or starts but then stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal all way to the the floor and holding it there you hold the key in as START for about three seconds.If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again, do the same thing, but this time keep the pedal down five or six seconds. for This clears the extra gasoline the engine. from After waiting about 15 seconds, repeat the normal starting procedure.

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Engine Coolant Heater (Option)

In very cold weather,0F (-18 C>or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. Youll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, in a the coolant heater should be plugged minimum of four hours prior to starting vehicle. your
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To Use the Coolant Heater

1. Turn off the engine.

2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. .. 1utl3.

4. Before starting me engine, be sure unplug to and store the cord as it was before to keep away it I f from moving engine parts. you dont,it could be damaged.
How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer dependson the outside temperature, the of kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact in your Buick dealer the area where youll be parking your vehicle.The dealer can give you best advice for the that particular area.

CAL rION.

Plugging the cord into ungrounded outlet an could causean electricalshock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire. You could be seriously injured. Plug the cord intoa properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. If the cordwont reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps.

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Automatic Transaxle Operation

It is dangerous to get out your vehicle if the of shift leveris not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brakefirmly set. Your vehiclecan roll. Dont leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle wont move, evenwhen youre on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever PARK (P). to See Shifting Into PARK (P) in theIndex. If youre pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer in the Index.

There are several different positions or your shift lever.

PARK (P):This locks your front wheels. Its the best your position to use when you start engine becauseyour vehicle cant move easily.

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Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) range before starting the engine. Your Buick has brake-transaxle shdt a interlock. You have to fullyapply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition If key is in RUN. you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on theshift lever -- push the shift lever a l l the way into PARK (P) and also release the shift lever button on floor shift console modelsas you main& brake shift application. Then move the lever into the gear you shift wish. (Press theshift lever button before moving the lever on floorshift console models.) See ShiftingOut of PARK (P) in this section.

NEUTRAL (N):In this position, your engine To doesnt connect with the wheels. restart when youre (N) already moving, use NEUTRAL only. Also, use NEUTRAL (N) when your vehicleis being towed.
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REVERSE (R): Use this gear back up. to

NOTICE:
Shifting toREVERSE (R)while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle. Shift toREVERSE (R)only after yourvehicle is stopped.
To rock your vehicle back and to get out snow, forth of ice or sand without damaging your transaxle, see Stuck: In Sand, Mud,Ice or Snowin the Index.

Shifting outof PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N)while your engineis racing (running at high speed) is dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal, your vehicle could move very rapidly. You could lose control and hitpeople or objects. Dont shift out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N)while your engineis racing.

I NOTICE:
Damage to your transaxle caused shifting out by of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N)with the engine racing isnt covered by your warranty.

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AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE This position is for normal driving.If you need more power passing, for and youre: Going less than approximately 35 mph (56 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. Going about 35 mph (56 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all the way down. Youll shift downto the next gear and have more power. THIRD (3): This positionis also used for normal ,driving, however, offers more power and lower it fuel ( )Here !economy than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE a . (3) -are some times you might choose THIRD instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE(@): When driving on hilly, winding roads, When towing a trailer, so there is less shifting between gears, or When going down a steep hill.

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SECOND (2): This position gives you more power but OVERDRIVE (@) lower fuel economy than AUTOMATIC or THIRD (3).You can use SECOND on hills. It can help (2) as control your speedyou go down steep mountain roads, but off then you would also want to use your brakes and on.

NOTICE:
Dont drive inSECOND (2) for more than 25 miles (41 km), or at speeds over55 mph (88 km/h), or you can damage your transaxle. Use AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (@)or THIRD (3) as much as possible. Dont shift into SECOND (2) unless you are going slower than 65 mph (105 km/h), or you can damage yourengine.

FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND (2). You can use it on very steephills, or in deep snow or mud. If the selector lever is in FIRST (1), the transaxle put wont shift intomRST (1) until the vehicle is going slowly enough.

Parking Brake

NOTICE:
I your front wheels cant rotate,dont try to f drive. This might happen you were stuck in if very deep sandor mud or were up against solid a object. You could damage your transaxle. Also, if you stop whengoing uphill, dont hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal. This could overheatand damage the transaxle. Use your brakes or shift intoPARK (P) to hold yourvehicle in position on a hill.

Setting the parking brake: Hold the regular brake pedal down withyour right foot. Fksh downthe parking brake pedal with your foot. If the ignition is on, the left brake system warninglight will come on and a single chime will be heard. The parking brake uses the brakes on the rear wheels.

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Releasing the parking brake: will need to use You the PUSH TO RELEASE parking brake pedal. Hold the regular brake pedal down and push the parking brake pedal with your left foot. This will unlock the pedal. When youlift your left foot, the parking brake pedal will followit to the release position.

Shifting IntoPARK (P)

It can be dangerous toget out of your vehicle if I you try to driveoff with the parking brake the f on, the shift lever not fully in PARK (P) with the is brake light stays on and a chime sounds until you release parking brakefirmly set. Your vehicle can roll. the parking brake or recycle the ignition. If you have leftthe engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or otherscould be NOTICE: injured. To be sure your vehicle wont move, even when youre on fairly level ground, use the steps Driving with the parking brakeon can cause that follow. If youre pulling a trailer, see your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to Towing a Trailer in the Index. replace them, and could also damage other you parts of your vehicle.

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

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Steering Column Shift Lever

1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right and foot set the parking brakeby pushing downthe parking your left foot. brake pedal with

2. Move the shiftlever into PARK (P) like this:

Move the lever up as far as it will go.

3. Move the ignition key to LOCK. it 4. Remove the key and take with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle in PARK (P). is
0

Pull the lever toward you.

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Console Shit Lever

1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. 2. Move the shift lever intoPARK (P) like this: 0 Hold in the button on the lever. 0 Push the lever all the way toward the front of your vehicle.

Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running

It can be dangerous toleave your vehicle with the engine running.Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever not fully in is PARK (P) with the parkingbrake firmlyset. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, could it overheat andeven catch fire.You or others could be injured. Dont leave yourvehicle with the engine sunning unless have to. you
If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle is in PARK (P) and your parking brake is firmly set before you leaveAfter it. youve moved the shift lever into PARK (P), hold the regular brake pedal down. Then, see if you can move the shift lever awayfrom PARK (P) without first pushing the button. If you can, it means that the shift lever wasnt fully locked into PARK (P).

3. Move the ignition key toLOCK.

4. Remove the key and take it with you. you can If leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicleis in PARK (P).

Torque Lock
If you arepqking on a hill and you dont shift your transaxle intoPARK (p) properly, the weightof the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle. You may findit difficult to pull the shift To lever outof PARK (P). This is called torque lock. prevent torquelock, set the parking brake and then shift the into PARK (P) properly before you leave drivers seat. To find out how, see Shifting Into PARK (P) in the Index. When you are ready to drive, move shift lever out the of PARK (P) before you releasethe parking brake.

Your vehicle has a BRAKE TO SHIFT reminder light. to This light comes on to remind you apply the brake Pedal before you shift fromPARK (P). can

the shiftlever -- push the shift leverall the way into floor PARK (P) and also release shift lever button on the shift modelsas you maintain brake application. Then move the shift lever into the gear you want. (Press the I you f shift lever button before moving the shift lever.) ever hold the brake pedal down but still cant shift ou of (P), try this: PARK

u-you cannot shift out PARK (P), ease pressure on of

1. Turn the ignition key to OFF.Open and close the drivers doorto tum off the retained accessory If torque lock does occur, you may need to have another power feature. vehicle push yours little uphill to take some the a of 2. Apply and hold the brake until end of Step 4. the pressure from the parking pawl in the transaxle,so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK (P). 3. Shift to NEUTRAL (N).

Shifting Out of PARK (P)

Your Buick has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You before you can have to fullyapply your regular brake AK shift from P R (P) when the ignition isin RUN. See Automatic Transaxle in Index. the

4. Start the vehicle and then shift the drive gear to you want.

5. Have the vehiclefixed as soon as you can.

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Parking Ovel rhings That Burn

Engine Exhaust

Engine exhaust can It contains thegas kill. carbon monoxide (CO),which you can't see or smell. It can causeunconsciougness and death. You might have exhaust coming 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. If you ever suspect exhaust coming into is I your vehicle: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust Drive it only with all thewindows down to parts under your vehicle 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.

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Running Your Engine While Youre Parked

Its better not to park 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 (P) with the in parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle roll. can Dont leaveyour vehicle whenthe engine is running unless youhave to. I youve leftthe f engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could beinjured. To be sure your vehicle wont move, even when youre fairly on level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift leverto PARK (P).
Follow tliepmper steps to be sure your vehcle wont move. See ShiftingInto PARK (P) in the Index.

Idling the engine withthe climate control system off could allowdangerous exhaust into your vehicle (see earlier Caution under the Engine Exhaust). Also, idlingin a closed-in placecan let deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your vehicle even if the fan switch isat the highest setting. One place this canhappen is a garage. Exhaust with CO can come in easily. NEVERpark in a garage with the engine running. Another closed-in place can beblizzard. (See a Blizzard inthe Index.)

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If you are parkingon a hill and if youre pulling a trailer, also see Towing a Trailer in the Index.

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TiIt Wheel

An mow on the instrument in panel will flash the un direction of the t r or lane change.

To signal a lane change, raise or lower the lever just until the arrow starts to flash. Hold it there until you complete your lane change. The will return by lever itself when you release it.
As you signal a turn or a lane change, arrows dont if the flash butjust stay on, a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers wont see your turn signal. If a bulb is burned out, replaceto help avoid an it accident. If the arrows dontgo on at all when you signal a turn, check the fuse and check for burned-out in bulbs. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers the Index.

Turn Signal Reminder If your turn signal is left on more than 3/4 of a mile, for To turn a chime will sound. turn off the chime, move the signal leverto the off position.

Headlamp HighlLow Beam

To change the headlamps from low beam to high or high to low, pull turn the signal lever toward you. Then releaseit. When the high beams are on, this light on the instrument panel will also be on.

Windshield Wipers

Flash-To-Pass Featr?
This feature lets you use your high-beam headlamps to signal a driver front of you that you wantto pass. It in are works even if your headlamps off. To use it,,pull the turn signal lever toward you a little, but not so far that you hear a click. You control the windshield wipers by turning the band marked WIPERDELAY.

For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to MIST. Hol it there until the wipers start, 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 as high-beam headlamps will turnon. Theyll stay on band on MIST longer. long as you hold the lever toward you and the high beam You can setthe wiper speed for a long or short delay on. indicator on the dash will come Release the lever to between wipes. This can be very useful light rain or in off. turn the high-beam headlamps snow. Turn the band to choose the delay time. The closer to LO, the shorter the delay.

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In freezing weather, dont use your washer until .thewindshield 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.

WASHER FLUID LOW

When you get to a low fluid condition,the LOW WASHER FLUID light will come on to remind you to get more washer fluid soon.

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Cruise Control
With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 h hor more / ) without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help onlong trips, Cruise control can be dangerous where you cant drive safely at a steady speed. So, dont use your cruise control winding on roads orin heavy traffic. Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning, and you could lose control. Dont use cruise control on slippery roads.

Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 h/h). When you apply your brakes, the cruise control shuts off.

If your vehicle isin cruise control when the optional traction control system begins limit wheel spin, to the cruise control will automatically disengage. (See Traction Control System the Index.) When road in conditions allowyou to safely use it again, you mayturn the cruise control back on.

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1 Move,the c&se control .

switch t ON. o

3. Push in the SET button at the end the lever of a n d d w e it. The CRUISE light on the instrument panel will come on. 4. Take y m foot off the accelerator pedal.

Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Cantrol

Move the cruise switch from ON to R/A. Hold it there until you reach a desired speed and then release the switch.

Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control:
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Push in the button at the end of the lever until you reach a desired lower speed then release it.

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

To slow down in very small amounts, push the button for less than half a second. Each time you do this, youll go 1 mph (1.6 km/h) slower.

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Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control

Ending Cruise Control

Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When There are two ways to off the cruise control: turn you take your foot 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 and steepness of the hills. the un ignition, When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the When yout r off the cruise control or the your cruise control set speed memory is erased. going accelerator pedalto maintain your speed. When downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down. course, applying the brake Of takes you outof cruise control. Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and dont use cruise control on steep hills.

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Lamps
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Headlamps
Headlamps Taillamps
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-g-This switchcontrols these systems:

ParkingLamps License Plate 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 operating lamps. Rotate the knob from left to right to control brightness of the instrument panel lights.

Lamps On Reminder
If the headlamp switch is on, youll hear a warning left chime when you turn the ignition off, remove the key from the ignition and open the drivers door.

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Daytime Running Lamps

Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make easier for it the others tosee the front of your vehicle during day. in DRL can be helpful many different driving in the conditions, but they can be especially helpful short periods after dawn and before sunset.

When its dark enough outside, your high-beam headlamps will turnoff and your low-beam and parking lamps will become active. The other lamps that come on withyour headlamps will also come on. When its brigh off, enough outside,the regular lamps will go and your high-beam headlamps changeto the reduced brightness of DRL. To idle your vehicle with the DRL shift the off, transaxle into PARK (P). The DRL will stayoff until you shift outof PARK (P). To turn off all exterior lamps at night when you are i PARK (P), turn off the headlamps and move the n on of twilight sentinel control, located the lower area the headlamp switch,all the way toward AUTO MIN. When released, the spring control will returnthe twilight to sentinel minimum delay position, and exterior lamps all will turn off.
As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular it. headlamp system when you need

A light sensoron top of the instrument panel makes the DRL work, so be sureit isnt covered.
The DRL system will make your high-beam headlamps come on at reduced brightnessin daylight when: The ignition is on, The headlamp switch is off and
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The transaxle is not in PARK (P).

When DRL areon, only your high-beam headlamps will be on. The parking lamps, taillamps, sidemarker and on. other lamps wont be Your instrument panel wont be lit up either.

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If you move the control the wayto AUTO MAX, all your lamps will remain on three minutes afteryou for turn off your engine.I you move the control toward f AUTO MIN, the lamps will gooff quickly when you turn off your e n w e . You can set this delay time for only a few seconds up to three minutes. or Light Sensor Your twilight sentinel and daytime running lamps work of with the light sensor on top the instrument panel. Dont coverit up. If you do,it will readdark and the headlamps will come on.

Instrument anel Brightness

By rotating the headlamp knob you can make the instrument panel lights bright or dim. See Headlamps in the Index.

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Time Oat Feature

The interior lamps will automatically shut after off 10 minutes if a door is left open. This feature is designed to help eliminate battery wear down.

Parade Dimming

Courtesy Lamps
When any dooris opened, several lamps go on. lney make it easy for you to enter and leave the car.To turn on these lamps without opening the door, the rotate headlamp knob.

This feature prohibits the &mming your instrument of panel displays during daylight while your headlamps ar on. Thisfeature operates with the bight sensor for the is twilight sentinel and fully automatic. When the light sensor reads darkness outside, you will be able dim to your instrument panel displays once again.

Delayed Exit Lighting

With this feature, the interior lamps come on for will 25 seconds after you remove the key the ignition. from This will give you time to find the door pull handleor lock switches when you exit the vehicle.

Delayed Entry Lighting

When you open the door enter your vehicle, the to interior lampswill come on. When you close the door on with the ignitionoff, the interior lamps will stay for 25 seconds oruntil the ignitionis turned to an on position. Please note thatlocking the doors will override turn the delayed entry lighting feature and the lamps will off right away.

Illuminated Entry

Theater Dimming
This feature allows for a three to five-second fade of out the courtesy lamps instead immediate turnoff. of

Press theUNLOCK button on the key chain transmitter and theinterior courtesy lamps will come on and stay o tmn for up to a minute. The lamps will off immediately LOCK button on the key chain when pressing the transmitter, starting the ignition activating the power or door locks.

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To turn the feature on: 1. Press and hold the door lock switch throughout this of This is a Personal Choice feature your Riviera. procedure. All doors will lock. When theUNLOCK button on the key chain transmitter 2. Press the instant alarm button on the key chain is pressed, the headlamps, parking lamps, back-up transmitter. Perimeter lighting remains at this off lamps and cornering lamps will come on if it is dark time and the horn will chirp one time. enough outside according to the twilight sentinel. 3. Press the instant alarm button on the transmitter This option can be programmed onoff for each or again. Perimeter lighting now enabled and the is transmitter when the ignition off. is horn will chirp two times. off To turn the feature 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.

Perimeter Lighting

Front Reading Lamps

Trunk Lamp
When you open the trunk to its full open position, a will lamp will come on inside the trunk. This lamp automatically turn off when thetrunk is closed.

Battery Rundown Protection

This feature shuts off the courtesy, reading, trunk, glove
if box and visor vanity mirror lamps any areleft on for more than 10 minutes when the ignitionis OFF.This will keep your battery from 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 on lamps by turningthe lamps off and then back after to the ignition is turned OFF. If you do this,the exterior turn them off. lamps will stay until you manually on If the feature is enabled for the interior and exterior lamps, al lamps shouldt r off at approximatelythe same time. l un

These lamps and the interior courtesy lamps will come turn on when you open a door, and off when you turn the the ignition on.To turn on the reading lamps when doors are closed, press the button behind lamp you the want on. Press again to turn the lamp off. it

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Mirrors
Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror
When youare sitting in a comfortable driving position, adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind your it vehicle. Grip the mirror in the center to move up or down and side to side. day/night adjustment allows The you to adjust the mirror avoid glare from the lights to behind you. Pull the forward for daytime use; push tab it back for night use.

Your Buick may have an automatic electrochromic day/night rearview mirror.

This mirror automatically changes reduce glare from to headlamps behind you. photocell on the back the A of mirror senses when is becoming dark outside. Another it photocell built into the mirror surface, senses when headlamps are behind you.

Electrochromic DaymightRearview 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 swab glass cleanerto clean the and few seconds). The &or will return to its clear daytime photocells when necessary. state when the glare reduced. is Compass Calibration Setting the Mirror Once the compass is calibrated, does not need to be it OFF: This setting turns the dayhight function and off recalibrated as long as the mirror left in your vehicle is compass. The mirror will stay the day mode. in and the vehicle remains in the same geographical zone. M: This turns on the day/night portion the mirror to of 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 in the dayhight function. The letter or letters displayed the top right corner the mirror indicate the direction of in which you are traveling.
Time Delay This feature prevents rapid changing the mirror from of the night mode to the day mode as drive under you lights and through traffic. Reverse Gear Day Mode The reverse mode is another important feature of the shift in electrochromic mirror. When the lever is placed REVERSE @), the &or changes to the day mode. This gives you a bright image the mirror as you back up. in

2. Turn the vehicle ignition switch on. If the letter C is not displayedin the mirror compass window, hold of the CAL switch (on the bottom the mirror) for more than 10 seconds. To hold in the CAL switch, insert a paper clip into the small hole on the bottom of the mirror housing. The display will show a number first, but keep holding untii the letter C appears. 3. For quick calibration, drive vehicle in a the m huntil 360-degree circle at less than 5 mph (8 k / ) the display reads a compass direction. For normal calibration, drive the vehicle on your everyday routine, and compass will the 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 cause compass false f to readings. I this happens, follow these instructions set the variance for your particular location:
1 Find your location the -me map. Note your . on

zone number.

2. Hold inthe CAL switch (onthe bottom of the mirror housing) for five seconds until the current zone entr number appears onthe display. To hold in the CAL switch, insert a paperclip into the small holeon the bottom of the mirror housing.
3. Repeatedly pressthe CAL switch untilthe number for the new zone is displayed. entry
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Once the desired zone number is displayed, stop pressing theCAL switch and the display will show compass direction within a few seconds.

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Power Remote Control Mirror

Automatic Dimming Outside Rearview Mirror (Option)

If you have thisoption, the drivers side outside mirror This will adjustfor the glareof headlamps behind you. 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 passengers outside rearview mirror also includes a tilt-down feature that operates when the shift leverinis reverse. This feature assists the driver with improved rem obstacle detection.

To enable this feature, move power remote mirror the Your Buick has an electric mirror control located on the switch tothe left (L) or center position. Move the switch off. to the right(R) to turn this feature drivers door armrest. Move the inner switch to the right or left(L) to (R) choose either the drivers or passengers side mirror. Press anyof the four arrow buttons to move mirror the in the direction desired. so Adjust each mirror you canjust see the side of your vehicle and the area behind your vehicle. When the inner switch is in the center position, the mirrors cannot be adjusted.

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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 totry different adapter number and location combinations.

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Your Garage Door Transmitter

Name LINEAR

I Vehicle Console Door

Your Garage Door Transmitter

Name MULTIELMAC

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Door

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MICOM MICOM MULTIELMAC MULTIELMAC MULTIELMAC MULTIELMAC MULTIELMAC MULTIELMAC OVERHEAD DOOR OVERHEAD DOOR OVERHEAD DOOR OVERHEAD DOOR

PULSAR PULSAR

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4. Use the Velcro@ found the storage area and attach in 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 doesnt work after it is r installed, t y another combination.

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Compact Disc Storage

I
The area between the ashtray and cupholder is additional storage spacefor your compact discs. Push on the raised will portion of the slot, and your compact disc extend from the storage space. Push the dropped door back in to store your compact disc. it Your vehicle has a convenience net. You'll seejust inside the back wallof the tru_nk.

Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter

Front Ashtray
The front ashtray is behind apanehbove the compact the disc storage area. Presson the panel door to reveal ashtray and cigarette lighter. The front center ashtray may be lifted out cleaning. for Press the tabs on eachside of the ashtray and pull up to remove. It snaps back place. into

Sun Visors
To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You can aha remove themfrom the center mount and swing them tothe side, whilethe auxiliary visor remains to block out glare from the front.

Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror

Rear Ashtray
To remove the rear ashtray for cleaning, openthe lid and ease the ashtray upward until edge can be grasped to the pull the ashtray up and out.

Cigarette Lighter
To use the cigarette lighter, push all the wayin and let it it go. Whenit is hot, it will pop back itself. by

NOTICE:
If you hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating, it wont be able to back away from the heating element when its ready. This can make it overheat, damaging the lighter and the heating element. This mirror is on the larger the passengers sun visors. of It may also be on larger of the drivers sun visors. the un When you openit, the lamps t r on. The brightness of the lamps can be adjustedby sliding the switch up or down.

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Astroroof (Option)
m a Xary power receptacle is locatea on the lower 1 the right sldeof the console. When ignition is on, you
can plug in accessories requiring electrical power. If your vehiclehas the astroroof option, the switch i s on the roof between the sun visors.It will openthe astroroof whenthe ignition is on,or when retained accessory power is active.

I your Riviera has console, the auxiliary power f no in the receptacle is opposite the cigarette lighter ashtray area.

Garment Hooks
Rear garment hooks are available your convenience. for Garment hooks are not designed support clothing to bars. Use assist straps this if possible. for

To fully open the glass panel and sunshade, press the To a switch rearward and release. stop the panel in To use it, open trunk lid and slide your license plate into the the of the slot. Always close the trunk to prevent theftthe plate. partially open position, press switch again at the desired point. To continue to open fully, press the switch rearward again and release. The sunshade can be Cellular Telephone (Option) opened manually. If your vehicle is equipped with the cellular telephone To close the glass panel, press and hold the switch readiness package, your Riviera has been pre-wired for forward. The sunshade must be manually closed. installation of a cellular telephone. If you choose to install a cellular telephone, contact your Buick dealer. Once the astroroof is closed, can be opened to a vent it To position. Press the switch forward to vent.close, Assist Handles press the switch rearward. An assist handle above each door can be used to help you getin or outof your vehicle.

RearLicensePlateHolder

Universal Transmitter (Option)

(2) This device must acceptany interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
RSS-210 of Industry and This device complies with 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 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 1, model manufactured before April 1982. of up to three individual hand-held transmitters. will It operate garage doors and gates, or other devices Be sure that people and objects are clear garage of the controlled by radio frequency such as home/office door you are programming. lighting systems. Your vehicles engine should be turned off while The transmitter will learn and transmit frequencies the programming your transmitter. Follow these steps to of most current transmitters and powered by your is program up to three channels: vehicles battery and charging system. 1. If you have not previously programmed a universal This device complies withPr 15 of the FCC Rules. at transmitter channel, proceed to 2. Otherwise, Step Operation is subject to the following two conditions: hold down the two outside buttons on universal the (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and

transmitter until the red light begins to flash rapidly (approximately 20 seconds). Then releasethe buttons. This procedure initializes the memory and erases any previous settings all three channels. for

compatible with alimited number of older installations If due to legislated changes in transmission frequencies. you cannot program the transmitter after repeated attempts, consult your Buick dealer. Be sure to keep your original hand-held transmitter in case you need erase and reprogram the to universal transmitter.

Note to Canadian Owners:During programming, your hand-held transmitter may stop transmitting after one or one two seconds.If you are programming from of these transmitters, you should press and repress button on the 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 universal transmitter begins to flash rapidly. 90 The rapid flashing, which could take up to seconds, indicates that universal transmitter has the Operating the Trcc litter been programmed. Release both buttons three Press and hold appropriate button on the universal the seconds afterthe light starts to flash rapidly. transmitter. The red light comes while the signalis on If you have trouble programming the universal being transmitted. transmitter, make sure that you have followed the Note that the effective transmission --geof the I-directions exactly as described and that the batteries in universal transmitter may differ from your hand-held the hand-held transmitterare not dead. If you still cannot transmitter and also from one channel to another. program it, rotate your hand-held transmitter end over r end and t y again. The universal transmitter may not be
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2. Hold the end of your hand-held transmitter against the bottom surface the universal transmitterso of that you canstill see the redlight. of 3. Decide which one the three channels you want to program. Using both hands, press the hand-held transmitter button and the desired buttonthe on universal transmitter. Continue to hold both buttons through Step 4.

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Ikaining a Garage Door Opener Equipped with Rolling Codes

I you programmed the universal transmitter, but the f garage door will not open, and if your garage door opener was manufactured after1995, your garage door may have a securityfeature that changesthe code of your garage door openerevery time it is opened or closed.

4. Press the trakting button onthe garage door opener receiver for one to two seconds.

5. Return to your vehicle and press the programmea button on the universal transmitter until the red light
flashes rapidly (about two seconds).

6. Release the button, then press again to confirmit it was programmed tothe garage door opener receiver. You may now useeither the universal transmitter the or 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 on the still have difficultyin programming and require If universal transmitter that was programmed.the red assistance, please call your Buick dealer. light flashes rapidlyfor one to two seconds, then turns Erasing Channels solid, your garage door opener has this feature. To erase all three programmed channels, hold down the To program a garage door opener with rolling code the two outside buttons until red light begins to flash. the feature, do the following: Individual channelscannot be erased, but can be 1. Program your hand-held transmitter to universal the reprogrammed usingthe procedure for programming transmitter by following steps provided under the the transmitter explained earlier. Programming the Transmitter earlier. Accessories 2. Remove the cover panel from the garage door 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 additional infomation, please call 1-800-355-3515. 3. Locate the training button onthe garage door opener receiver. The exact location and color will vary among brands.

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The Instrument Panel

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Your instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your car is running. Youll fast youre know how going, how much fuel youre using, and many other things youll need to know to drive safely and economically. The main componentsof your instrument panel are:
1. Warning Lights

13. Steering Wheel Touch Controls Audio System for 14. Tilt Steering Wheel Lever 15. Horn 16. Drivers Side Air Bag 17. Steering Wheel Touch Controlsfor Audiolclimate Control System .. 18. Traction Control/Trip Reset Button 19. Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter 20. Dual Cupholder 21. Compact Disc Storage Compartment
22. Gearshift Lever

2. Tachometer
3. Fuel Gage

4. Engine Temperature Gage 5. Speedometer

6. Warning Lights

7. Climate Controls 8. Audio System 9. Passengers Side Air Bag 10. Headlamp/Instrument Panel Intensity ControVTwilight Sentinel
11. Hood Release

23. Air Outlets 24. Glove Box

12. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever

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Instrument Panel Cluster

Your Buick is equipped withthis instrument panel cluster. includes indicator warning It lights and gages thatareexplained on the folkowing pages.

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Speedometer and Odometer

Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles (km/h). Your per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour odometer showshow far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used inthe United States) or kilometers (used in Canada).

Tachometer

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The tachometer tells you how fast the engine is running. It displays engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm).

Trip Odometer A trip odometer can tell you many miles you have how driven since you reset it back to zero. last
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.

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m 1g ights, Gages and Indicators

This part describes warning lights and gages that the may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages signal that something is can wrong beforeit becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury.

When one of the warning lightscomes on and stayson when you arednving, or when one the gages shows of a there may be problem, check the section that tells you what to do about it. Please follow this manuals advice. Waiting to do repairs can costly -- and even be dangerous. So please get to know your warning lights and gages. Theyre a big help.

Safety BeltReminder Light

When the keyis turned to RUN or START, a chime will come onfor about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts. The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for about 70 seconds. If the drivers beltis already buckled, neither the chime nor the light will come on.

on be Warning lights come when there may or is a problem with one your vehicles functions. As you of few will see in the details on the next pages, some warning lights come on briefly when you start the If engine just to let you know theyre working.you are familiar with this section, you should not be alarmed when this happens.
Gages can indicate when there may be is a problem or with one of your vehicles functions. Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when your theres a problem with vehicle.

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When

the key to RUN,this light willcornc3 on briefly, to Show that your generator and battery charging system are working.
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Brake system Warning Light

Your Buicks hydraulic brake system divided into two is parts. If one part isnt working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well. If the warning light comeson, there could be a brake problem. Have your brake system inspected right away.
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Tlus light should come on when you turn the key to STmT. If it doesnt come on then, have fixed so it 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 theres a problem. if light will stay on your parking brake doesnt release off fully. If you try to drive 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, means you have a it brake problem. If the light and chime come on while you are driving, You may notice that pull off the road and stop carefully. the pedal is harder to push. Or, pedal maygo closer the If to the floor. It may take longer to stop. the light is still on, have the vehicle towed service. (See Towing for Your Vehicle inthe Index.)

Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light Driving is on. with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident, If the light is still on after youve pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service.

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Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light

With the anti-lock brake system, this light will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds. Thats normal.

Traction Control System Warning Light (Option)

This warning light should come on briefly as youstart the engine.If the warning light doesht comeon then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if theres a problem.

ANTI - LOCK

TRACTION OFF

If the light stays on, turn the ignition OFF. Or, if the to light comes on when youre driving, stopas soon as off. possible and turn the ignition Then start the engine again to resetthe system. If the light still stays on, or comes on again while youre driving, your Buick needs service. If the regular brake system warning light isnt on, you still have brakes, but you dont have anti-lock is brakes. If the regular brake system warning light also on, you dont have anti-lock brakes and theres a problem with your regular brakes. Brake System See Warning Light earlierin this section.

If it stays on, or comes when youre driving, there on may be a problem with your traction control system and your vehicle may need service. When this warning ligh is on, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly.

The anti-lock brake system warning light should come turn RUN. If the on briefly when you the ignition key to light doesnt come on then, have fixed so it will be it ready to warn you if there is a problem.

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The traction control system warning light may come on for the following reasons:
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If you turn the system off by pressing the TRAC CONT button located on the instrument panel, the warning light will come on and stay on. turn the To system back on, press button again. The warning the light should go off. (See Traction Control System in the Indexfor more information.)
is If theres a brake system problem that specifically related to traction control, the traction control system If will turn off and the warning light will come on. your brakes begin to overheat, the traction control system will turnoff and the warning light will come on until your brakes cool down.

TEMP

This light tells you that your engine coolant has overheated or your radiator cooling fan is not working. If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pulloff the road, turn stop your vehicle and the engine off as soon as possible.

If the traction control system is affected by an turn engine-related problem, the system will off and the warning light will come on.

The section Problemson the Road in this manual do. explains what to See Engine Overheatingin the Index.

If the traction control system warning light comes on and stayson for an extended periodof time when the system is turned on, your vehicle needs service.

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Engine Coolant Temperature Gage

Your vehicle has a gage that shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into red the area, yourengine is too hot!
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Low Coolant Warning Light

When this light comes on, the cooling system is low on coolant. As a bulb check, it will come on two to for four seconds and then go off when the ignition is in RUN. If the light doesnt come on, have the vehicle serviced.

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LOW COOIANT

This reading means the same thing as warning light. the It means that your engine coolant has overheated. If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving off conditions, you should pull the road, stop your off vehicle and turn the engine as soon as possible.
The section Problems on Road in this manual the explains what to do. Engine Overheating in See the Index.

If the coolant level is low, the light will come back on and a warning chime will sound. this happens,see If Engine Coolantin the Index for proper cooling system fill.
After the coolant levelis returned toits proper level, the LOW COOLANT light will gooff after 20 seconds or remain off during the next ignition cycle.

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Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light)

Your Buick is equipped with a computer which monitors operationof the fuel, ignition and emission control systems.

NOTICE:
If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after a while, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty.

ENGINE SOON

This system is called OBD II (On-Board

Diagnostics-Second Generation) md is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the of the life vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment. (In Canada, OBDII is replaced by Enhanced Diagnostics.) The SERVICE ENGINE SOON lighkomes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required. Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before This may prevent more serious any problem is apparent. damage to your vehicle.This system isalso designed to assist your service techcian in correctly diagnosing any malfunction.

This light should come on, as a check to show is you it working, when the ignition on and the engine not is is running. If the light doesnt come on, haverepaired. it This light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways:

Light Flashing -- A misfire condition has been detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on your vehicle. Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service is required. Light On Steady -- An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle. Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required.

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If the LightIs Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: 0 Reducing vehicle speed. Avoiding hard accelerations. Avoiding steep uphill grades. If you are towing a trailer, reduce the amountof cargo being hauledas soon asit is possible. If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, If see the Light Is On Steadyfollowing. If the light continues toflash, when it is safe to do so, stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park your vehicle. Turn the key off, wait at least10 seconds and restart the see engine. If the light remains on steady, If the Light Is On Steady following.If the light is still flashing, follow the previous steps, and drive vehicle to your the dealer or qualified service center service. for
If the LightIs On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following: Did youjust drive through a deep puddle water? of If so, your electrical system may be wet. condition The will usually be corrected when the electrical system off. dries out. A few driving trips should turn the light

Are you low on fuel?

As your engine starts to run of fuel, your engine may out of not run as efficiently as designed since small amounts air are sucked into fuel line causing a misfire. The the system can detect this. Adding should correct this fuel condition. Make sure to install the fuel cap properly.It will take afew driving tripsto turn the light off.

Have you recently changed brands fuel? of

If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel (see fuel Fuel in the Index). Poor quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed. may You notice this as stalling after start-up, stalling when you put the vehicle into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration. (These conditions may go away once the engine is warmed up.) This will be detected by the system and cause the light to turn on. If you experience one or moreof these conditions, change the fuel brand you use. It will require at least full tank of the properfuel to turn the light off. If none of the above steps have made light turn off, the have your dealeror qualified service center check the vehicle. Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to any mechanical or electrical fix problems that may have developed.

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Oil Pressure Light

This light tells youif there could bea problem with your engineoil pressure.
Dont keep drivingif the oil pressureis low. If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches fire.You or otherscould be burned. Check youroil as soon as possible and have your vehicle.serviced.
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When thislight comes on andstays on, it means oil isnt You going through your engine properly. could below on oil, or you might have some other problem. oil

NOTICE:
Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not coveredby your warranty.

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Check Oil Level Light

The CHECK OIL LEVEL light is lit for two to four seconds as a bulb check each t h e the ignition keyis turned toRUN. If the light doesnt come on, have your vehicle serviced.

Door Ajar Light

When the ignition 1s on, this light will stay on until both doors are closed and completely latched.

CHECK OIL LEVEL

DOOR AJAR

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

Fuel Gage
The fuel gage shows
about how much is in fuel your tank.

It takes more (or less) gas to up than the gage fill indicated. For example, gage mayhave indicated the half ull, but it took more (or less) than half of the tanks capacity to it. fill The gage moves a little when you turn a corner, speed up or stop your vehicle. When you turn the engine off, the gage doesnt go all the way back to Empty (E).

FUEL
It works only when the ignition on. When the is indicator nears Empty(E) you still have alittle fuel left. You need to get more right away. fuel

Low Fuel Light

A yellow light near the Empty (E) mark on the fuel gage comes on when your vehicle islow on fuel. You should get more fuel as soon as you can.

Here are some concerns some owners have had about the fuel gage. All these situations are normal and indicate nothing wrong with fuel gage. the
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At the gas station, the gas pump shuts before the off gage readsFull (F).

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Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems

In this section, youll 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 3-2 3-5 3-5 3-6 3-7 3-8 3-9 3-9 3-10 Comfort Controls Dual Automatic ComforTemp Climate Control Air Conditioning Heating Ventilation System Defogging and Defrosting Rear Window Defogger Steering Wheel Controls Climate Control for Passenger Zone Comfort Control Setting the Clock 3-10 3- 15 3-18 3-19 3-19 3-20 3-20 3-21

AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and

Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control Theft-Deterrent Feature Steering Wheel Controls Understanding Radio Reception Tips About Your Audio System Care of Your Cassette Tape Player Care of Your CompactDiscs Power Antenna Mast Care

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Comfort Cuntrsls
This section describes how operate your climate to
control system. Your climate control system uses ozone-friendly R- 134a refrigerant.

Dual Automatic ComforTemp Climate Control

Your vehicle has the Dual Automatic ComforTemp you how 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 are started, there a problem with system and you is the is TEMP, FAN active. The lights are on all buttons except should see your dealer service. for and AIR FLOW. The display will show fan speed, air Sun and temperature sensors automatically adjust the comfort level setting and airflow direction a few for temperature, the airflow direction and the fan speed to will seconds whenever AUTO selected, and then it is maintain your comfort setting. system may supply The display the outside temperature. The outside temperature cooler air to the side toward the sun. Be careful not to reading is most accurate when the vehicle is moving. put anything over the sensors on top the dash. of During stops, the display shows the previous temperature for best accuracy and system control.

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Automatic Operation

Mode Controls

the AUTO setting and change the fan speed.

Manual Operation
You may also manually adjust the air delivery or fan speed.

vehicle at the previously chosen comfort setting. The outside temperaturewill show on the display when the system is set to OFF.

The ventilation system always allows fresh to flow air AIR FLOW: This button is used to change the direction is moving even of the airflow. The airflow choices available are FLOOR, through your Buick when the vehicle in with the system the OFF mode. FLOOR-MID, MID and WINDSHIELD-FLOOR. If the AIR VENT The VENT button allows outside air to flow system is set for AUTO, pressing the FLOW button 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 to compressor working. Selecting VENT and the AUTO change the direction the airflow. of button at the same time allows the system to control of automatically without the use the air conditioning If the AIR FLOW up button is selected while in the compressor or the useof the RECIRC mode. To turn FRONT defrost mode, the system will direct the air off the VENT selection, push VENT button again. the toward the WINDSHIELD-FLOOR.If the AIR FLOW RECIRC: When RECIRCis selected, the system will of limit the amount outside air entering your vehicle. are This is helpful when you trying to cool the interior i of the vehicle quickly or limit the amount of outside a r entering your vehicle for some other reason. RECIRC OFF: If the passengers comfort control turned-6fi, is and AUTO may be selected at the same time. The it can be turned off by pressing the button once. OFF is Pressing theOFF button a second time will turn off the system will remainin RECIRC until the ignition main system. Turning the main system causes the fan turned off, then the system will return back to the off to turnoff and the airflow to be directed to the FLOOR. previously selected mode. RECIRC can be selected in all manual airflow modes except ERONT defrost. The system will still try to keep the interior of the RECIRC cannotbe selected with the VENT button. down buttonis selected while in the FRONT defrost mode, the system will direct the air toward the FLOOR, and the FRONT defrost mode will cancel. Notice the arrows in the display.

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Operating RECIRC in cold temperature or under high Air Conditioning humidity conditions may cause moisture to formthe on On very hot days, open the windows 1ong.enough to le inside of the windshield. If this condition occurs, the hot air out. This reduces the time requiredcool to deselect the RECIRC button. If the interior of the vehicle to a comfortable level.the FRONT This selection is used to defrost the system isin the AUTO mode on very hot days,.the windshield by directing the airflow toward the windshield. system will automatically enter the RECIRC mode and will the the temperature door be positioned at full cold If FRONT is selected while in AUTO mode,the the position for maximum cooling. If the systemnot in is fan speed andthe air temperature from the front the AUTO mode, RECIRC should be selectedprovide to defroster will vary.If a manualfan speed settingis selected, the fan speed will remain at that selection until maximum cooling. You can choose the extreme comfort setting of 60F (16"C), but the system will not cool another fan speed selectionis made or the AUTO mode any faster by choosing extreme comfort setting. the is selected.To turn off FRONT, pressthe AUTO or AIR FLOW button. Heating FRONT defrost will work better any ice or snow is if cleared from the hood andthe air inlet area betweenthe base of the windshield and the hood. On cold days, if AUTO mode is selected, the system the will automatically direct air toward the floor andthe the temperature door will positioned at the hot be full position. You can choose the extreme comfort setting of 90F (32C) but the system will not warm up any faster by selecting the extreme comfort setting.If the outside temperature is cold, the will be delayed to avoid fan blowing cold air. Pushing FAN, AIRFLOW or the FRONT buttonswill override this delay, turn off the AUTO mode and changethe fan speed.

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Ventilation System
When the vehicle is moving, fresh r flows through the a i air outlets. When the vehicle not moving,you can get is fresh air by selecting any airflow choice (except the rear window defogger) and any fan speed.

Ventilation Tips 0 Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow or any other obstruction such as leaves. heater and The defroster will work better, reducing chance of the fogging your windows.
Keep the air path under thefront seats clear of objects. This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle. When the engine idles for a long time, the exterior temperature sensor retains temperature setting the that was present when vehicle waslast moving. the The system will try to maintain set temperature the inside your vehicle.

Defogging and Defrosting

Use theFRONT button to quickly remove fog, frost or ice from the windshield extremely humid or cold conditions in Select theFRONT button to defrost the windshield. at By choosing this button, airflow will be directed the the windshield. Adjust your comfort level by pressing the TEMP up or down arrow. fan speed will be The controlled by the system. can changethe fan speed You by pressing the top of the FAN button to increase speed, and the bottom of the button to decrease speed.

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

At speeds above30 mph (48 lun/h), the rear defogger will stay on until you press the REAR defogger button 30 again. At speeds below 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 about minutes only.You can also five turn the defoggeroff by turning off the ignition.

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Steering Wh.eeI Controls for Climate Control (Qptian)

Passenger Zone Comfort Control

Adjust the temperature using COMPORT the CONTROL knob. Turn the control toward COOLER or WARMER. This control can be set up5F (-15C) to cooler or warmer than primary setting. Notice the the 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 part the system. of

AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control

Audio Systems
Your Delco' audio system has been designed to operate easily and give yearsof listening pleasure.You will get the most enjoyment out it if you acquaint yourself of can with it first. Find out what your Delco system do and how to operate all controls, to be sure you're its of getting the most out the advanced engineering that went intoit.

Setting the Clock

Press and holdH R S until the correct hour appears. Press and hold MIN until the correct minute appears. You may set the clock with the ignition if you off press RECALL first and follow the same procedure described above.

Playing the Radio VOLUME: Press this knob to turn the system on and off. To increase volume, turn the knob clockwise. Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume.

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RECALL: Press this button briefly to recall the station being played or to display clock. To change what is the normally shown on the display (station or time), press see the RECALL button until you the display you want, RECALL button untilthe display flashes. then hold the If you press the button when the ignition isoff, the clock will show for a few seconds. Finding a Station to AM-FM: Press this button switch between AM, F M 1 and FM2.The display shows your selection. TUNE: Press the up or down arrow to choose radio stations. SEEK: Press the up or down arrow to go to the next higher or lower station and stay there. sound will The mute while seeking. SCAN: Press oneof the SEEK arrows for two seconds and SCAN will appearon the display. UseSCAN to listen to stationsfor a few seconds. The radio willgo to a station, stop a few seconds, then go to the next for on station. Pressone of the SEEK arrows again to stop scanning. The sound will mute while scanning. PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (sixAM, six FM1 and six FM2). Just:

1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press AM-FM to select the band. 3. Tune in the desired station.
4. Press TONE to selectthe setting you prefer.

5. Press and holdone of the six numbered buttons. The sound will mute. When returns, release the button. it Whenever you press that numbered button, the station you set will return and the tone you selecte will be automatically selected that button. for 6. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton.

P SCAN:Press this button to listen to each of your preset stationsfor a few seconds. radio will go to The the f i s t preset station, stop for a few seconds, then go on to the next preset station. PressSCAN again to P stop scanning.If a preset station has weak reception, th radio will not stop the preset station. at AUTO SET Press this button and the system will seek and set the 12 strongest F M or the 6 strongest AM stations on your preset buttons. AUTO will flash SET while seeking and will remain until this function is on complete. To return to the stations you manually set, press AUTO SET again.

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Setting theTone
so BASS: Press this knob lightly it extends. Turn the knob to increase or decrease bass. TREB: Press this knob lightly it extends. Turn the so If knob to increase or decrease treble. a station is weak or noisy, you may want to decrease the treble.
Bush these knobs back their stored positions when into you're not using them.

FADE: Press this knob lightly it extends. Turn the so front or rear speakers. knob to move the sound to the The middle position balances sound between the the speakers. Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you're not using them. Playing a Cassette Tape
The longer side with the tape visible should face to the on, right. If the ignition and the radio are the tape can be inserted and will begin playing. you hear nothing or If hear a garbled sound tape may not be in squarely. the Press EJECT to remove the tape and start over. While the tapeis playing, use the VOLUME, FADE, BAL, BASS and TREB controls as you dofor the just radio. Other controls may have different functions when a tape is inserted. The display will show an arrow to show which side the tape is playing. of If you want to insert a tape when ignition or radio is the off, first press EJECT or RECALL.

TONE: This feature allows you to choose preset bass "andtreble equalization settings designed classical, for pop, rock,jazz, talk and country/western stations. CLASS will appearon the display when you press first TONE. Each time you press another setting will it, appear on the display. Pressit again afterC & W appears and MANUAL will appear. Tone control will return to the BASS and TREB knobs. Also, if you use the BASS and TREB knobs, control will return to them and MANUAL will appear. Adjusting the Speakers

Your tape bias is set automatically. BAL: Press this knob lightlyso it extends. Turn the knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers.

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If E and a number appear on the radio display, the tape wont play because of an error.

The SEEK down and up arrows will also find the previous and next selections on the tape.

E10: The tape is tight and the player cant turn the tape hubs. Removethe tape. Hold the tape with the t r open end down and y to turn the right hub counterclockwise witha pencil. Turn the tape over and repeat.If the hubs do notturn easily, your tape may be damaged and should not be used in the player. Try a new tape to make sure your player is working properly. E l l : The tape is broken. Try a new tape. If any error occurs repeatedlyor if an error cant be corrected, please contact your dealer.your radio If displays an error number, writeit down and provideit to your dealer when reporting problem. the PREV (1):Press this button to search the previous for selection on the tape. Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection PREV to for work. The sound willmute while seeking. NEXT ( ) Press this buttonto search for the next 2: selection onthe tape. Your tape must have least three at seconds of silence between each selectionfor NEXT to work. The sound will mute while seeking.

44 (3): Press this button reverse the tape rapidly. to Press it again to returnto playing speed. The radio will play while the tape reverses.
(4): Press this button to advance quickly to another part of the tape. Press the button again to return playing to speed. The radio will play while the tape advances.

SIDE (5): Press this button to change,the side of the tape that is playing. RAND (6):Press this button to reduce background noise when playing a cassette tape. double-D The symbol will appear in the display. SOURCE: Press this button to change to the tape or disc function whenthe radio is on.If both a tape and a disc are installed, system willfirst go to tape play; the TAPE SIDE and an arrow will appearon the display. If SOURCE is pressed again, the system will go to disc play; CD PLAY will appear the display. on

EJECT The system has two EJECT buttons. Press the button near the CD to remove a disc. Press the slot button near the tape slot to remove a tape and the radio will play. If youleave a cassette tape in the player whil it listening to the radio, may become warm.

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CLN: If this message appears on display, the the cassette tape player needs be cleaned. It will still play to tapes, but you should clean as soon as possible to it prevent darnage tothe tapes and player. See Care of in Your Cassette Tape Player the Index. After you clean the player, press and hold EJECT five seconds to for reset the CLN indicator. radio will display--- to The show the indicator was reset. Your cassette tape player automatically reduces background noisefrom tapes encoded with Dolby NR. You may turn Dolby off by pressing the number six preset. Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks Dolby of Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

If youre driving on a very rough roadif its veryhot, or an on the disc may not play and error code may appear the display. When things get back to normal, the disc out, should play.If the disc comes. it could be that:
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E20: The disc is upside down. E20: It is dirty, scratched or wet.

E20: Theres too much moisture in the air. ty (Wait about an hour andr again.) If any error occurs repeatedly or an error cant be if If corrected, please contact your dealer.your radio it displays an error number, writeit down and provide to your dealer when reporting the problem. PREV (1): Press this button to to the start of the go current track,if more than eight seconds have played. If you hold the button or pressmore than once, the it player will continue moving back through the disc. The Playing a Compact Disc sound will mute while seeking. Insert a disc partway into the label side up. The slot, 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 pressmore than once, the it 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.

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8. Activating Theft-Deterrent the Feature The instructions which follow, explain how to enter your secret code to activate the THEFTLOCK system. It is all recommended that you read through nine steps before starting the procedure. 9. NOTE: If you allow more than15 seconds to elapse
between any steps,the radio automatically reverts to time and you must start procedure over atStep 4. the
1. Write down any three or four-digit number from 000 to 1999 and keepit in a safe place separatefrom the vehicle.

Press AM-FM after you have confirmed that the you code matches the secret code have written down. REP to let youknow that you The display will show 5 need to repeat Steps through 7 to confirm your secret code. Press AM-FM and this timethe display will show you SEC to let know that your radio is secure.

Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss

Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than 15 seconds between steps:
1. LOC appears when the ignition is on.

2. Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN.

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 the until --- shows on the display. Next you will use with your code. secret code number which you have written down. 4. Press H R S to make thefirst one or two digits agree 5. Press MIN and000 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. The display will show SEC, indicating radio is the 7. Press H R S to make thefirst one or two digits agree now operable and secure. with your code.

If you enter the wrong code eight times, will INOP appear onthe display. You will have to wait an hour with the ignition on before you try again. When can you try again, you will only have three more chances (eight tries per chance) enter the correct code before to INOP appears.

5. Press MIN again to make the last two digits agree with your code.
6. Press H R S to make the first one or two digits agree with your code.

If you lose or forget your code, contact your dealer. Disabling the Theft-Deterrent Feature

7. Press AM-FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the secret code you have written down. The display will show---, indicating that the radio is no longer secured.

is Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than If the code entered incorrect, SECwill appear on the display. The radio will remain secured until the correct 15 seconds between steps: 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 wont turn on and LOC will appear on the display. 3. Press the 1 and 4 buttons together. Hold them down until SEC shows on display. the To unlock a secured radio Unlocking the see i n Theft-Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss earlier 4. Press MIN and 000 will appear on the display. this section.

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Steering Wheel Controls (Option)

If your vehicle has this feature, you can control certain using the buttons on radio and comfort control functions your steering wheel.

SEEK: Press the SEEK

down arrow togo to a lower frequency station and the go SEEK up arrow to to a higher frequency station.

VOL: Press the up or down

arrow to increase or

TEMP: Press the up arrow increase the set to 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. will scan through each the It of preset radio stations.If a preset radio station has weak will reception, the radio not stop at the preset station. Press SCAN again to stop scanning. Press the AM-FM button to choose the AM, FM1 or FM2 band.

If you press and holdthe SEEK button for two seconds, SCAN will appear on the display.It will goto a station, go stop for a few seconds and on to the next station. Press the SEEK button to stop scanning. SEEK also NEXT when playing a cassette functions as PREV and tape or compact disc.

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Care of Your Cassette Tape Player

A tape player that not cleaned regularly can cause is reduced sound qua1ity;ruined cassettes or a damaged in mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored their cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight and extreme heat.If they aren't, they may not operate properly or may cause failureof the tape player.

You may also choose a non-scnibbing action, wet-type

cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean of the tape head. This type cleaning cassette may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner. After you clean the player, press and hold EJECTfor five seconds to reset the CLN indicator. The radio will 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 the 50 hours of use. Your radio may display CLN to indicate may degrade over time. Always make sure cassette tape isin good condition before you have your tape that you have used your tape player 50 hours without for resetting the tape clean timer.this message appears on player serviced. If 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 them their original cases in in player. If you notice a reduction sound quality, try a or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight if or known good cassette to see it is the tape 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 cleanit, 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 discs grasping the outer edges or the by the tape head as hubs of the cleaner cassetteturn. the edge of the hole and the outer edge. A scrubbing action cleaning cassette available through is your Buick dealersh

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Power Antenna Mast Care

Your power antenna will look best and work well its if its cleanedfrom time to time.To clean the antenna mast:
1. Twn on the ignition and radio to raise the antenna. 2. Dampen a clean cloth with mineral spirits or equivalent solvent.
3. Wipe the cloth overthe mast sections, removing any dirt.
4. Wipe dry with a clean cloth.
5. Make the antenna go up and down by turning the

NOTICE:
Before entering an automatic car wash, turn off your radio to make the power antenna go down. This will prevent the mast from possibly getting damaged. If the antennadoes notgo down when you turn the radio it may be damaged or off, need tobe cleaned. In either case, lower the antenna by hand by carefully pressing the antenna down.

radio or ignition and on. off

6. Repeat if necessary.

If the mast portionof your antenna is damaged, you can easily replaceit. See your dealerfor a replacement kit and followthe instructions inthe kit.

I NOTICE:
Dont lubricate the power antenna. Lubrication could damageit.

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Section 4 Your Driving and the Road

Here youll find information about driving on different kinds of roads andin varying weather conditions. Weve also tips included many other useful on driving. 4-2 4-3 4-6 4-6 4- 10 4-12 4-13 4- 14 4-15 Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking Steering Off-Road Recovery Passing Loss of Control Driving at Night 4- 17 4-20 4-21 4-22 4-23 4-23 4-25 4-30 4-32 Driving in Rain and on Roads Wet City Driving Freeway Driving Before Leavingon a Long Trip Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads Winter Driving Loading Your Vehicle Towing a Trailer

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The best advice anyone can about driving is: give Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety deviceyour in in Buick: Buckle up. (See Safety Belts the Index.) Defensive driving really means ready for anything. be On city streets, rural roads or freeways,means it always expect the unexpected. Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are to be going careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might do. Be ready their mistakes. for
of Rear-end collisions are about the most preventable accidents. Yet they are common. Allow enough following distance. Its the best defensive driving You never maneuver, inboth city and rural driving. in know when the vehicle front of you is goingto brake or turn suddenly.

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Drunkel

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Death andi n ~ ~associated with drinking and driving ry is a national tragedy. Its number one contributor tothe the highway deathtoll, claiming thousandsof victims every year. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: Judgment
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The obvious way to solve this highway safety problem drink alcohol and then drive. But is for people never to what if people do? How much is too much if the driver plansto,drive? Its alot less than many might think. Although it depends on each person and situation, here is some general information the problem. on The Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) someone of who is drinking depends upon four things: The amount of alcohol consumed
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MuscularCoordination Vision Attentiveness.

The drinkers body weight The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking

0 The length of time it has taken the drinker to Police records show that almost halfall motor of consume the alcohol. In vehicle-related deaths involve alcohol. most cases, these deaths are result of someone who was drinking According to the American Medical Association, a the 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 than 300,000 people injured. BAC of about0.06 percent. The person would reach the s m e BAC by drinking three 4-ounce (120 ml) glasses Many adults-- by some estimates, nearly half adult the of wine or three mixed drinks each had 1-1/2 ounces if drink alcohol, so they population -- choose never to (45 ml) of a liquor like whiskey, gin or vodka. never drive after drinking. persons under 21, its For U against the law in every S . state to drink alcohol. There are good medical, psychological and developmental reasonsfor these laws.

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Since alcoholis carried in body water, this means that a woman generallywiU reach a higher BAC level than a has man of her same body weight when each the 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 number U.S. states, and of 0.08 throughout Canada, the limit is percent. In some other countries, its even lower. The BAC limit for all commercial driversin the United States is 0.04 percent. The BAC will be over percent after three to six 0.10 it drinks (in one hour). course, as weve seen, Of depends on how much alcohol in the drinks, and how is drinks them. quickly the person But the ability to drive affected well below a BAC is of 0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired a BAC approaching at 0.05 percent, and that effects are worse at night. All the Its the amountof alcohol that counts. For example, if drivers are impairedat BAC levels above0.05 percent. the same person drank three double martinis ounces (3 of n Statistics show that the chance being i a collision or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour, the persons increases sharplyfor drivers who havea BAC of 0.12 BAC would be close to percent. A person who of consumes foodjust before or during drinking will have a 0.05 percent or above. A driver with a BAC level 0.06 percent has doubled his or her chancehaving a of somewhat lower BAC level. collision. At a BAC of 0.10 percent, the chance of level There is a gender difference, too. Women generally have this driver havinga collision is 12 times greater; at a a lower relative percentage body water than men. of level of 0.15 percent, the chanceis 25 times greater!

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The body takes about an hour to rid itselfthe alcohol of No of in one drink. amount of coffee or number cold up. showers will speed that Ill be careful isnt the right answer. What if theres an emergency, a need to take sudden action, as when a child darts the street? into A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision. Theres somethingelse about drinking and driving that many people dont know. Medical research shows that alcohol in a persons system make crash injuries can worse, especially injuries to brain, spinal cord or the heart. This means that when anyone who has been drinking -- driver or passenger-- is in a crash, that persons chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking.

is Drinking and then driving very dangerous. Your reflexes, perceptions, attentiveness and judgment canbe affected by even a small amount of alcohol. You can havea serious or even fatal =- collision if you drive after drinking. Please dont drink and drive ride with a driver or who has been drinking. Ride home a cab; or if in youre with a group, designatea driver whowill not drink.

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Control of a Vehicle

Braking

You have three systems that make your vehicle go whereBraking action involves perception time and the reaction time. you want it to go. They are brakes, the steering and 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 the meet the road. tires Thats perception time. Then you have to bring up your foot and doit. Thats reaction time. Average reaction time is about 3/4 of a second. But thats only an average.It might be less with one driver and as long as two three seconds or more with or another. Age, physical condition, alertness, coordination So and eyesight all play a part. do alcohol, drugs and 3/4 frustration. But even in of a second, a vehicle moving at 60 mph (100 km/h) travels 66 feet (20 m). so That could be lot of distance in an emergency, a keeping enough space between your vehicle and others is important. And, of course, actual stopping distances vary greatly with the surface the road (whether its pavement or of gravel); the condition the road (wet, dry, icy); tire of tread; the condition of your brakes; the weight the of vehicle andthe amount of brake force applied.

Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake.Your brakes may not have time cool to between hard stops. Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lotof heavy braking. If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances, of you will eliminate a lot unnecessary braking. That life. means better braking and longer brake If your engine ever stops while youre driving, brake If normally but dont pump your brakes. you do, the If pedal may get harder to push down.your engine stops, you will have some power brake assist. But still is you will useit when you brake. Once the power assist used up, it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push.

Anti-Lock Brakes
Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes (ABS). ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid.

When you start your engine and begin to drive away, your anti-lock brake system will check itself. may You hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this tes is going on, and you may even notice that your brake pedal moves a little. This is normal.

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ANTI - LOCK

If theres a problem with the anti-lock brake system, this warning light will stay on. See Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light in the Index.

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

Heres how anti-lock works. Lets say the road is wet. Youre driving safely. Suddenly animal jumps out in an front of you. You slam on the brakes. Heres what happens with ABS.
You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard. A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. one If 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 the wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. rear wheels.

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it Remember: Anti-lock doesnt change the time you need conditions allow you to safely useagain, you may in to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease re-engage the cruise control. (See Cruise Control stopping distance.Ifyou get too close to the vehicle in the Index.) front of you, you wont have time to apply your brakes When the system is on, this if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave warning light will come on enough room up ahead stop, even though you have to if to let you know theres a anti-lock brakes. problem with your traction TRACT10N control system. Using Anti-Lock Dont pumpthe brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down and let anti-lock workfor you. You may hear a motor or clicking noise during a hard but thisis normal. stop,

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Traction Control System (Option)

Your vehicle may have a traction control system that in limits wheel spin. This is especially useful slippery if road conditions.The system operates only it senses that one or bothof the front wheels are spinning or beginning tolose traction. When this happens, the system worksthe front brakes and reduces engine power to limit wheel spin. You may feel or hearthe system working, but this is normal.
If your vehicle is cruise control whenthe traction in control system begins to limit wheel spin, cruise the control will automatically disengage. When road

See Traction Control System Warning Light in the Index. When this warning light is on, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. The traction control system automatically comes on whenever you start your vehicle. To limit wheel spin, especially in slippery road conditions, you should on. always leave the system But you canturn the off (You traction control system if you ever need to. off should turn the system if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand, mud, ice or snow. Rocking Your Vehicle See in the Index.)

To turn the systemoff, press theTRAC CON button located on the instrument panel.

Steering
Power Steering
If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system not functioning, you can steer but is 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. provides ease It firm, solid feel at highway speeds. when parking yet a

The traction control system warning light will come on If and stay on. the systemis limiting wheel spin when you pressthe button, the warning light will come -on but the system wont turn off right away.will wait It until theres no longer curree need to limit wheel spin. a
YOU can turn the

Steering Tips
Driving on Curves

system back on at any time by pressing Its important to take curves at a reasonable speed. the button again. The traction control system warning A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on light should gooff. the news happen on curves. Heres why:

Braking in Emergencies
With anti-lock, you can steer and brake at the same time. In many emergencies, steering can help you more than even the very best braking.

Experienced driver or beginner, eachof us is subject to the same lawsof physics when driving on curves. The traction of the tires against road surface makes the it possible for the vehicle to change its path when you turn the front wheels.If theres no traction, inertia will keep the vehicle goingin the same direction.If youve ever ice, tried to steera vehicle on wet youll understand this.

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The traction youcan get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and road surface, the angle at the While which the curve is banked, and your speed. youre in a curve, speed the one factor you is can control.

Steering in Emergencies

There are times when steering can be more effective than a braking. For example, you come overhill and find a out truck stoppedin your lane, or a car suddenly pulls from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked Suppose youre steering through sharp curve. Then you a in cars and stops right front of you. You can avoid these suddenly accelerate. Both control system -- steering and problem by braking -- if you can stopin time. But acceleration -- have to do their work where the tires meet sometimes you cant; there isnt room. Thats 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 Your Buick can perform very well in emergencies like Traction Control in the Index. these. First apply your brakes. (See Braking in What should you if this ever happens? do Ease up on the Emergencies earlierin this section.)It is better to accelerator pedal, steer vehicle the way you wantit the remove as much speed as you can a possible from to go, and slow down. collision. Then steer around problem, to the left or the right depending on space available. the Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed. course, the posted speeds are Of based on good weather and road conditions. Under less favorable cc litions youll want to go slower.
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If you need to. reduce your speed as you approach a the front curve, do it before you enter curve, while your wheels are straight ahead. Try to adjust your speed you can drive through the so curve. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. Wait to accelerate until you are of the curve, and then out accelerate gently into the straightaway.

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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, steer quickly, and act just as quickly straightenthe wheel once you have avoided the object. The fact that such emergency situations are always possible is a good reason to practice defensive driving all times and wear safety belts properly.

I the levelof the shoulder is only slightly below the f off pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease the if accelerator and then, there is nothingin the way, steerso at that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement. You tum ni can turn the steering wheel up to one-quarter utl the turn right fi-ont tire contacts the pavement edge. Then your steering wheel to go straight down the roadway.

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Passing
The driver of a vehicle about to pass another a on two-lane highway waits just the right moment, for accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again. A simple maneuver? Not necessarily! Passing another vehicle on a two-lane highway is a potentially dangerous move, since the passing vehicle occupies same lane as oncoming the in traffic for several seconds. A miscalculation, an error judgment, or a brief surrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver to face with the face -worst of all traffic accidents the head-on collision.
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Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while youre awaiting an opportunity. For one thing following too closely reduces your areavision, of especially if youre following a larger vehicle. if Also, you wont have adequate space the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops. Keep back a reasonable distance.

So here are some tips passing: for

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Drive ahead. Look down the road, to the sides and to crossroads for situations that might affect your passing patterns. If you have any doubt whatsoever about making a successful pass, wait for a better time. Watch for traffic signs, pavement markings and lines. If you can see a sign up ahead that might indicate a t r or an intersection, delay your pass.broken un A center line usually indicates all right to pass its (providing the road ahead is clear). Never cross a solid line on your of the lane or a double side of solid line,even if the road seems empty approaching traffic.

When it looks like a chance to pass is coming up, start to accelerate but stay in the right and dont lane so get too close. Time your move you will be increasing speedas the time comes to move into the other lane. If the way is clear to pass, you will have a running start that more than makes up the for if distance you wouldlose by dropping back. And something happensto cause you to cancel your pass, you need only slow down and drop back again and wait for another opportunity.

If other cars are lined up to pass a slow vehicle, wai your turn. But take care that someoneisnt trying to pass you as you pull out to pass slow vehicle. the Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot.

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In a skid, a driver can lose control vehicle. of the Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions, and by not overdriving those conditions. But skids are always possible. The three typesof skids correspond to your Buicks In three control systems. the braking skid, your wheels arent rolling. In the steering or cornering skid, too e Try not to pass more than one vehicle at a time on much speed or steering a curve causes tires to slip and in two-lane roads. Reconsider before passing the lose cornering force. And the acceleration skid, too in next vehicle. much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin. 0 Dont overtake a slowly moving vehicle too rapidly. A cornering skidis best handled by easing your foot off Even though the brake lamps are not flashing, it may the accelerator pedal. be slowing down or starting turn. to If you have the traction control system, remember: It 0 If youre being passed, make easy for the it helps avoid only the acceleration skid. following driver to get ahead you. Perhaps you of can ease a little to the right. If you do not have traction control, or if the system is off, then an acceleration skid also best handled by is Loss of Control easing your foot the accelerator pedal. off Lets review what driving experts say about what happens If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot the off when the three control systems (brakes, steering and accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the acceleration) dont have enough friction where the tires vehicle to go.If you start steering quickly enough, your has meet the road to do what the driver asked. vehicle may straighten out. Always be ready for a second skid ifit occurs. In any emergency, dont give up. Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger.

Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and start yourleft iane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass. When youfar enough are ahead of the passed vehicle to its fiont in your see inside mirror, activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right lane. (Remember that your right outside mirror convex. The vehicle you is from you just passed may seem be farther away to than it really is.)

Skidding

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Of course, tractionis reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel or other material on the road. For safety, is youll 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 cause tires to slide. the 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.

Driving at Night

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

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Here are some tips on night driving.

e Drive defensively.

a Dont drink and drive. e Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you.
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driving, dont wear sunglasses at night. They may cut also down on glare from headlamps, but they make a lot of things invisible. You can be temporarily blinded by approaching or headlamps. It can take a second two, or even several seconds, for your eyes to readjust to the dark. When you are faced with severe glare (as a driver who from doesnt lower the high beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps), slow down a little. Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps. Keep your windshield and all the glass your vehicle on clean -- inside and out. Glare at night is made much worse by dirt on the glass. Even the inside of the glass can build up a film caused by dust. Dirty glass makes lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would, making the pupils youreyes contract repeatedly. of Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve. Keep your eyes moving; that way, its easier to pick out dimly lighted objects. Just as your headlamps should be so checked regularly for proper aim, should your eyes be examined regularly. Some drivers suffer from night dim blindness -- the inability to see in light -- and arent even awareof it.

Since you cantsee as well, you may need slow to down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Your so headlamps can light up only much road ahead. m remote areas, watchfor animals.
If youre tired, pull off the road a safe place in and rest.

NightVision
No one can see as well at night in the daytime. But as as we get older these differences increase. A 50-year-old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20-year-old. What you doin the daytime can also affect your night vision. For example, if you spend the day in bright sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses. eyes will Your if youre have less trouble adjusting to night. But
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Driving in Rain and Wet Roads on

Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a w road, you cant stop, accelerate turn as well because or your tire-to-road traction isnt as good on dry roads. as left, And, if your tires dont have much tread youll get even less traction. Its always wise to go slower be and fall The cautious if rain starts to while you are driving. surface may get wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving ondry pavement.

The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are good shape, a heavy in rain can makeit harder to see road signs and trafflc signals, pavement markings,the edge of the road and even people walking.
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Its wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer filled tank with washerfluid. Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs streaking or missing of of areas on the windshield, or when strips rubber start to separate from the inserts.

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Wet brakes can cause accidents. They wont work a as well in 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. T r The water may affect your brakes. y to avoid puddles. vou But if you cant,try to slow down before hit them.

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e Ehve good tires with proper tread depth. (%e Tires i the Index.) n

One of the biggest problems with streets i the city s amount of traffic on them. Youll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals.

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Is your vehicle ready a-long If you keepit for trip? serviced and maintained, its ready go. If it needs to service, haveit done before starting out. course, Of youll find experienced and able service experts in Once you are moving on freeway, make certain you the allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move Buick dealerships all across North America. Theyll be if ready and willing to help you need it. slightly slower at night. When you want to leave the freeway, move to the proper Here are some things you can check before a trip: exit, do not, lane wellin advance. If you miss your 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 theyin 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 t i k you are going to n h trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough for slower than you actually are. long-distance driving? Arethe tires all inflated to the recommended pressure? Before Leaving ona Long Trip Weather Forecasts: Whats the weather outlook Make sure youre ready.r to be well rested. you Ty If along your route? Should you delay your trip a short -must start when youre not fresh such as after a days time to avoid a major storm syst 1? first work -- dont plan to make too many miles that part of the journey. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you 0 Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps? can easily drive in.
Just before you leave the lane, glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there isnt another vehicle your in blind spot.

Hill and Mountain Roads

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If you drive regularlyin steep country, or if youre planning to visit there, here are some tips can make that your trips safer and more enjoyable. Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system parts can work hard on and transaxle. These mountain roads.
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A CAUTION:
Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the ignition off is dangerous.Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down. They could get so hot that they wouldnt work well. You would then have poor braking even none going down or a hill. You could crash.Always have your engine running and yourvehicle in gear when you go downhill.

Know how to go down hills. The most important of thing to knowis this: let your engine do some the you slowing down. Shift to a lower gear when go down a steep or long hill.

so If you dont shift down, your brakes could get hot that they wouldnt work well. You would then have poor brakingor even nonegoing down a hill. You could crash. Shift down to let your engine assist your brakes ona steep downhill slope.

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Know how to go uphill. Drive in the highest gear possible. Stay in your own lane when drivingon two-lane roads in hills or mountains. Dont 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 your lane, like a stalled car or an accident.

Winter Driving

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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Whats the worst time this? Wet ice. Very cold for snow or icecan be slick and hard to drive on. But wet ice can be even more trouble because may offer the it least tractionof all. You can get wet ice when its about fall. freezing (32F; OOC) and freezing rain begins to Try to avoid drivingon wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there. Whatever the condition -- smooth ice, packed, blowing or loose snow -- drive with caution. If you have traction control, keep the system on.It will improve your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road. Even though your vehicle has a traction control system, youll want to slow down and adjust your drivingto the road conditions. See Traction Control Systemin the Index. If you dont havethe traction control system, accelerate gently. Try not to break the fragile traction. If you accelerate too fast, the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more.

Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicles stability when you make a hard stop a slippery road. Even on though you have the anti-lock braking system, youll on want to begin stopping sooner than you woulddry pavement. See Anti-Lock in the Index. Allow greater following distance onany slippery road.

Watch for slippery spots. The road might be fine until you hit a spot thats covered with On an ice. otherwise clearroad, ice patches may appearin shaded areas where the sun cant reach: around clumps of trees, behind buildings or under bridges. Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may If remain icy when surrounding roads are clear. the you see a patchof ice ahead of you, brake before you are on it. Try not to brake while youre actually on the ice, and avoid sudden steering maneuvers.

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If Youre Caught in a Blizzard

Tie a red cloth to your vehicle alert police that to youve been stopped by snow. the

Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you haveno blankets or extra clothing, make body floor insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, mats -- anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm.

If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a serious situation.You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know sure that you near help for are are and you can hike through the snow. Here 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.

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Snow can trap exhaust gases under yourvehicle. This can cause deadly (carbon monoxide) gas CO to get inside. CO could overcomeyou and kill you. You cant see it orsmell it, so you might not know it is in yourvehicle. Clear awaysnow from around thebase of your vehicle, especially any that is blocking your exhaustpipe. And check around again from time to time to be snow sure doesnt collect there. Open a window just a little on the side the of vehicle thats away fromthe wind. This will help keep CO out.

Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, makego alittle faster it than just idle. Thatis, push the accelerator slightly. This it keeps the uses less fuel for the heat that you get and battery charged. You will need a well-charged battery to restart the vehicle, and possibly signaling later on for with your headlamps. Let heater runfor awhile. the

off Then, shut the engine and close the window almost to preserve the heat. Start engine again the all the way and repeat this only when you really uncomfortable feel from the cold. But do as little as possible. Preserve the it fuel as long as you can. To help keep warm, you can get out of the vehicle and some fairly vigorous exercises do so every half hour or until help comes.

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Loading Your Vehicle

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MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP DATE GAWR GVWR FRT GAWR RR

TIRE-LOADING INFORMATION OCCUPANTS VEHICLE CAP. WT. RR. CTR. FRT. TOTAL LBS. KG

MAX. LOADING & GVWRSAME AS VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT XXX COLD TIRE PRESSURE TIRE SPEED SIZE RTG PSI/KPa FRT. RR. SPA. IF TIRES ARE HOT, ADD 4PS1/28KPa SEE OWNERS MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFOR MATlON

THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE U.S. FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY, BUMPER, AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE.

Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properlycasry. The Tire Loading Information label found on the rear edge the drivers door tells you the of proper size, speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for the tires on your vehicle. also gives you It of important information about the number people that C&I be in your vehicle and the total weight that can you is carry. This weight called the Vehicle Capacity Weight and includes the weight all occupants, cargo, and all of nonfactory-installed options.

The other label is the Certification label, also found on the rear edge the drivers door. tells you the gross of It weight capacityof your vehicle, called the GVWR GVWR includes the (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). The weight of the vehicle,all occupants, fuel and cargo. GVWR for your vehicle, or the Gross Never exceed the (GAWR) for either the front or Axle Weight Rating rear axle. it And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spread 176 out. Dont carry more than pounds (80 kilograms) in your trunk.

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Do not load yourvehicle any heavier than the GVWR, or either the maximum front or rear GAWR. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, or it can change theway your vehicle handles. These could cause to lose control. you Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle.

NOTICE:
Your warranty does not coverparts or components that fail becauseof overloading.
If you put things inside your vehicle like suitcases, -tools, packages,or anything else -- they will go as fast If as the vehicle goes. you have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, theyll keep going.

Things you put inside yourvehicle can strike and or injure people in a sudden stop or turn, in a crash. Put things in the trunk your vehicle. In a of trunk, put them as far forward as you Try to spread theweight evenly. Never stack heavier things, like suitcases, inside thevehicle so that some of them are above the tops the seats. of Dont leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle. When you carry something inside the vehicle, secure it whenever can. you

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Electronic Level Control

This feature keeps the rear your vehicle level as the of -load changes. Its automatic you dont need to adjust anything.

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Towing a Trailer

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If you dont use the correct equipment and drive properly, you can lose control when you pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is tooheavy, the brakes may not work well or even at all. You and yourpassengers couldbe seriously injured. Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the steps in this section. Ask your Buick dealer for advice and information about towing a trailer with yourvehicle.

NOTICE:
Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result incostly repairs notcovered by your warranty.To pull a trailer correctly, follow the advice in this part, andsee your Buick dealer for important information about towing 8 trailer with yourvehicle.

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Your vehicle can tow a trailer itif equipped with is proper towing equipment. To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity isfor your vehicle, you should read the informationin Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section. But trailering different thanjust is driving your vehicle by itself. Trailering means changes in handling, durability and fuel economy. Successful, safe trailering takes correct equipment, andhas to be it used properly.

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Thats the reason for this part. In it are many time-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules. Many of these are important your safety and that for of your passengers.So please read this section carefully before you pull a trailer.

Consider using a sway control. can ask a hitch You dealer about sway controls. Dont tow a trailer all during the at first 1,000miles (1 600 km) your new vehicleis driven. Your engine, axle or other parts could be damaged. Then, during thefirst 500 miles (800 km) that you tow a trailer, dont-driveover 50 mph (80 krn/h) and dont make starts at throttle. This helps your full engine and other parts your vehicle wear at the of in heavier loads. Obey speed limit restrictions when towing a trailer. Dont drivefaster than the maximum posted speed 55 for trailers (or no more than mph (90 lun/h)) to save wearon your vehicles parts. the weight of the trailer, the weight of the trailer tongue and the total weight on your vehicles tires.

Load-pulling components such as engine, transaxle, the 0 wheel assemblies and tires forced to work harder are against the drag of the added weight.The engine is required to operate at relatively higher speeds and under greater loads, generating extra heat. Whats more, the trailer adds considerably to wind resistance, increasing 0 the pulling requirements.

If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do, here are some important points:
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There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having todo with trailering. Make sure your rig will belegal, not only where you live but A also where youll be driving. good sourcefor this information can be state or provincial police.

Three important considerations have to do with weight:

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Weight of the TrailerTongue

How heavyc m a kailer safely be?

Itshauld~mver weighmore tban 1,OQQ pounds (450kg). But even thatcan be too heavy.

The tongue load(A) of any trader is an important weight to measure because affects the total capacity it weight of your vehicle. The capacity weight includes the carry curb weightof the vehicle, any cargo you may 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 vehicles capacity weight because your vehicle will be carrying that weight, too. See Loading Your Vehicle in the Indexfor more information about your vehicles maximum load capacity.

Buick Motor Division Customer RelatiQns Cater 902 E. Han-liltan Avenme Flint, MI 48550 h Canada, write to:

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If youre using a weight-carrying hitch, the trailer tongue (A) should weigh10 percent of the total loaded trailer weight (B). you have a weight-distributing If hitch, the trailer tongue (A) should weigh 12 percent of (B). the total loaded trailer weight After youve loaded your trailer, weigh trailer and the then the tongue, separately, tosee if the weights are proper. If they arent, you may be able to get them right in simply by moving some items around the trailer.

Hitches
Its important to have correct hitch equipment. the a Crosswinds, large trucks going and rough roads are by few reasons why youll need the right hitch. Here are some rules to follow: The bumpers on your vehicle are not intended for hitches. Do not attach rental hitches or other only bumper-type hitches to them. Use a frame-mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper. Will you have to make any holes the body of your in If vehicle when youinstall a trailer hitch? you do, then be sure seal the holes later when you remove to the hitch. If you dont seal them, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) from your exhaust can into your get in vehicle (see Carbon Monoxide the Index).Dirt and watercan, too.

Total Weight on Your Vehicles Tires

Be sure your vehicles tires are inflated to upper the limit for cold tires. Youll find these numbers on the Tire-Loading Informationlabel at the rear edge the of drivers door or see Loading Your Vehicle inthe Index. Then be sure you dont go over the GVW limit for your vehicle, including the weight the of trailer tongue.

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Safety Chains

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 lamps, tires and rnirror adjustment.the trailer has if it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving and about safety chains may be provided by the hitch to be manufacturer orby the trailer manufacturer. Follow the then apply the trailer brake controller by hand sure the brakesare working. This lets you check your manufacturers recommendation for attaching safety 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 occasionally be sure that the to And, never allow safety chains to drag on the ground. load is secure, and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working.

driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle by itself. is

Trailer Brakes

Does your trailer have its own brakes? Be sure to read so and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes youll be able to install, adjust and maintain them properly. Because you have anti-lock brakes, not try do to tap into your vehicles brake system. you do, both If brake systems wont work well, or at all.

Following Distance
Stay at least twice as behind the vehicle ahead as you far would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns.

Youll need more passing distance up ahead when Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. youre towing a trailer. And, because youre a good deal Before setting out for the open road, youll want to get longer, youll need to much farther beyond the go feel to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the of passed vehicle before you can return to your lane. handling and braking with the added weight of the are trailer. And always keep in mind that the vehicle you

Driving with a Trailer

Passing

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Backing Up
Hold the bottom the steering wheel with hand. of one Then, to move the trailer tothe left, just move that hand to the left. To move the trailer the right, move your to if hand tothe right. Always back up slowly and, possible, have someone guide you.

Turn Signals When Towinga Trailer

The green arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps will also flash, telling other drivers youre about turn,change lanes or stop. to When towing a trailer, green arrows on your the instrument panel will flash turns even if the bulbs on for the trailer are burned out. Thus, you may think drivers are behind you are seeing your signal when they not. Its important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs arestill working.

Making Turns

NOTICE:
Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged. Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering.
When youre turning with a trailer, make wider than turns soft normal. Do this so your trailer wont strike shoulders, curbs, road signs, trees or other objects. Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers.Signd well in advance.

Your vehicle has bulb warning lights. When you plug a trailer lighting system your vehicles lighting into system, its bulb warning lights may not let you know if So, one of your lamps goes out. when you have a trailer lighting system pluggedin, be sure to check your vehicle and trailer lamps from time to time to be sure l the theyre a l working. Once you disconnect trailer lamps, the bulb warning lights again can you if one tell of your vehicle lamps out. is

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Driving On Grades
Reduce speed and shift to lower gear before you start a If down a long or steep downgrade. you dont shift so down, you might have to use your brakes much that they would get hot and no longer work well.

When You Are Readyto Leave After Parking on a Hill

1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you:

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
You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer If attached, on a hill. something goes wrong, your rig could start to move. People can be injured, and both ; your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged. But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, heres how to do it:
1. Apply your regular brakes, but dont shift into PARK (P) yet. 2. Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels. 3. When the wheel chocks are in place, release the regular brake until the chocks absorb the load. 4. Reapply the regular brakes. Then apply your parking brake, and then shift to PARK (P). 5. Release the regular brakes.

2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer clear of the chocks. is
4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks.

Maintenance When Trailer Towing

Your vehicle will need service more often when youre pulling a trailer. the Maintenance Schedule for more See in on this. Things that are especially important trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid (dont overfill), engine oil, belts, cooling system and brake adjustment. Each of these is covered in this manual, and the Index I f will help you find them quickly.youre trailering, its a goodidea to review these sections before you start your trip. Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight.

Section 5 Problems on the Road

Here youll find what to about some problems that can occur on the road. do 5-2 5-3 5-3 5-8 5- 14 Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating 5-24 If a Goes Tire Flat 5-24 Changing Tire Flat a 5-34 Compact Spare Tire In Sand,Mud, 5-35 Youre If Stuck: Ice or Snow

located on top the of steering column to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off.

The hazard light on the instrument panel will also come on.
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Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key in, is and even if the key isn't in.
also.let police h o w - p u 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. are When the hazard warning flashers on, your turn signals won't work.

Other WarningDevices
If you carryreflective triangles, you canset one up at the side of the road about300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle.
Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: They contain acid that can burn you. They contain gas that can explode or ignite. They contain enough electricity to burn you. If you dont follow these stepsexactly, some or all of these things can hurt you.
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Jump Starting
If your battery has down, you may wantto use run
another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your it Buick. But pleaseuse the following steps to do safely.

NOTICE:
Ignoring these steps could resultcostly damage in to yourvehicle that wouldnt be covered by your warranty. Trying to startyour Buick by pushing or pulling it wont work, and it could damage yourvehicle.

1. Check the other vehicle.It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system.

I NOTICE:
If the othersystem isnt a 12-volt system with a negative ground, bothvehicles can be damaged.

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2. Get the vehicles close enoughso the jumper cables 3. Turn off the ignition on-both veKcles. Unplug can reach, but be sure the vehicles arent touching unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette each other.If they are, it could cause a ground Tum off all lamps lighter or accessory power outlet. connection you dont want.You wouldnt be able to that arent 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 possibility the vehicles rolling, set of the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involved in NOTICE: the jump start procedure.h t an automatic transaxle in PARK (P) before setting the parking brake. If you leave your radio it couldbe badly on, 1 damaged. The repairs wouldnt be covered by your warranty.
An electric fan can start even when the engine up is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan.
4. Open the hoods and locate batteries. Find the the positive (+) and negative(-) terminals on each (+) battery. Your Riviera has a remote positive

terminal for this purpose. (The battery under the is back seat.)

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7. Don't let the other end

touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. Usea 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 electrical shorting. Take that they dont touch care each other orany other metal.

Towing Your Vehicle

Try to have Buick dealer or a professional towing a service tow your Riviera. Roadside Assistancein See the Index.
If your vehicle has been changed or modified since it like was factory-new by adding aftermarket items fog lamps, aero-skirting, or special tires and wheels, these instructions and illustrations may not correct. be

Before you do anything, turn on the hazard warning flashers.

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When you call, tell the towing service: That your vehicle cannot be towed from the front with sling-type equipment. That your vehicle has front-wheel drive. The make, model and yearof your vehicle. Whether you can still move theshift lever.

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A. Heavy Metal Engine a t Pr B . Good Battery

C. Dead Battery

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

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To help avoidinjury toyou or others: 0 Never let passengers ride in vehicle that is a 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 towing it. 0 Never use J-hooks. Use T-hooks instead.

A vehicle can fall from car carrierif it isnt a adequately secured. This can cause collision, a serious personal injury andvehicle damage. The vehicle should be tightly secured with chains or steel cables before is transported. it Dont 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 suspension components.

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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 slottedholes in the bottom of the body rail, behind thefront wheels .andcradle.

Rear Towing Tow Limits -- 55 mph (88 kmlh), 500 miles (800 km)
Attach T-hook chains to the T-hook slots in the bottom of the floor pan just

Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end arm. of each lower control

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

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If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine

If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no stearn, the problem may not be serious. Sometimes too the engine can get a little too hot when you:

If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to be safe, drive slowerfor about 10 minutes. If the warning doesnt come back you can on, drive normally.

Climb a longhill on a hot day. Stop after high-speed driving.

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If the warning continues,pull over, stop, and park your vehicle right away.

Idle for long periods in traffic. Tow a trailer.

If you get the overheat warning with sign of steam, no ty this for a minute or r so:

1. Turn off your air conditioner. 2. T r on your heater tofull hot at the highest fan un speed and openthe window as necessary.

If theres still no signof steam, youcan idle the engine for two or three minutes while youre parked, tosee if the warning stops. But then, you still have the if warning, turn oflthe engine and get everyone out o the vehicle until it cools down. f You may decide not to the hood but toget service lift help right away.

3. If youre in a trafficjam, shift to NEUTRAL (N); otherwise, shiftto the highest gear while driving -- AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE or THIRD (3).

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When you decide its safe lift the hood, heres what to youll see:

An electric fan under the hood can start even up when the engineis not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan.
If the coolant inside coolant recovery tank is boiling, the it dont do anything else until cools down.

A. Radiator Pressure Cap

B. Two Electric Engine Cooling Fans C. Coolant Recovery Tank

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Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Dont touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Dont 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 leak fixed before-you drive thevehicle.

The coolantlevel should be at or above FULL COLD.

If it isnt, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump somewhere else in or the cooling system.

NOTICE:
Engine damage from running your engine without coolantisnt covered by your warranty.
If there seems to be leak, with the engineon, check to no see if the electric engine fans are running.If the engine is overheating, bothfans should be running.If they arent, your vehicle needs service.

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How to Add Coolant to theCoolant Recovery Tank

If you havent found a problem yet, but the coolant level isnt atFULL COLD, add a50/50mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) and DEX-COOL (silicate-free) tank. (See Engine antifkeeze at the coolant recovery Coolant in the Index for more information.)
With plain water the wrongmix, your engine or could get too hot butyou wouldnt get the overheat warning. Your engine could catch fire and you or otherscould be burned. Use a 50/50 mix of clean water andDEX-COOL@coolant.

Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid likealcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mix will. Your vehiclescoolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mix. CAUTION: (Continued)

NOTICE:
In cold weather, water canfreeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mix.

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When the coolant i the molant recovery tank is at n

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 for the out engine fans. 7. By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator If filler neck may be lower. 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 youll need in the trunk. is The following steps will you how to use thejack and tell change a tire. Instructions for changing yourtires are on the insideof the tire cover.You can rest the cover near you easy for reference while you change the tire. Lift and removethe spare tire cover access to the for spare tire and jack. Remove the wheel wrench and jack 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

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

1. Position the wheel wrench securely overthe wheel nuts to loosen, but don't remove them yet.

2. Attach the wheel wrench tothe bolt on the end of the jack to create ajack handle.

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Getting under a vehicle whenit is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never getunder a vehicle whenit is supported only by a jack.

4. Near each wheel well is a notch the frame to in position thejack head. You'll find the word JACK and an arrow stamped the plastic near each into notch. Position the under the vehicle and raise jack the jack head until it firmly against the sheet fits not metal next to word JACK. Do raise the the vehicle yet. Put the compact spare near you.

Raising your vehicle with jack improperly the positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to fit the jack lift headinto the proper location before raising the vehicle.

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

5. Raise the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench clockwise. Raisethe vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the sparetire to fit.

6 . Remove all the wheel nuts and take the flat tire. off

Rust or dirt the wheel, or on the parts to on which itis fastened, can makethe wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. Whenyou change a wheel, remove anyrust or dirt from the places where thewheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, you can usea cloth or a paper towel to do this; but sure touse a scraper orwire be brush later, if you need to, to get all therust or dirt off.

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Never use oilor grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. wheel could Your fall off, causing a serious accident.

9. Repiace the wheei nuts with the rounded endof the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub.
If a nut cannot be tightened by hand, use your the wrench and see dealer right away.

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NOTICE:
Improperly tightenedwheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs,evenly tighten thewheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification.

Storing the Flat Tire and Tools

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12. Then replace the wheel cover. Be sure to position in the alignment pin on cover with the notch the the wheel. Apply pressure around the edge the cap to of snap it in place.

Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment the in passenger compartmentof the vehicle could cause injury. a sudden stopor collision, loose In equipment could strike someone. Store allthese in the proper place. Store theflat tire asfar forward in the trunk as pos'sible. Store the jack and wheel wrench their compartmentin in the trunk.For storage, the jack must be raised until the screw endis flush with the edge the jack. of

I NOTICE:

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Storing the Spare Tire and Tools

SPAR,ETIRE COVER

Compact Spare Tire

Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check When the compact spare is installed, dont take the inflation pressure regularly. should be60 psi It your vehicle through an automatic carwash with (420 Wa). guide rails. The compact spare canget caught on After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you the rails. That can damage the tire and wheel, should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare and maybe other partsof your vehicle. The tire is correctly inflated. compact spareis made to m) perfom well at speeds up to65 mph (105 k h for distances up to3,000 miles (5 000 km), so you can finish Dont use your compact spare on other vehicles. your trip and have your full-size tire repaired or replaced where you want. Of course, its best to replace your spare And dont mix your compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires. They wont Keep your spare fit. as with a full-size tire soon as you can. Your sparewill last tire and its wheel together. longer and be in good shapein case you need it again.

NOTICE:

NOTICE:
Tire chainswont fit your compact spare. Using them can damage your vehicle and can damage the chainstoo. Dont usetire chains on your compact spare.

If Youre Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow

NOTICE:

What you dont want to do when your vehicle is stuck is Spinning yourwheels can destroyparts of your to spin your wheels fast. The method known as too vehicle as well as thetires. If you spin thewheels rocking can help you get out when youre stuck, but too fastwhile shifting your transaxle back and you must use caution. forth, you can destroy your transaxle.

I A CAUTION: fi
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I you let your tires spin at f h speed, they can explode, and you or otherscould be injured. And, the transaxle or other parts of the vehicle can overheat. That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage. When youre stuck, spin thewheels as little as possible. Dont spin the wheels above 35 mph (55 k m h ) as shown on the speedometer.

For information about using tire chains on your vehic see Tire Chainsin the Index.

Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out

First, turn your steering wheel and right. That will left clear the area around your wheels. If your vehicle front t n u has traction control, you should r the system off. (See Traction Control Systemin the Index.) Then shift REVERSE (R) and a forward back and forth between gear, spinningthe wheels as little as possible. Release the accelerator pedal while you shift, and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when transaxle isin gear. If the that doesnt get you out after tries, you may need a few to be towed out.If you do need to be towed out,see Towing Your Vehicle in the Index.

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Section 6 Service and Appearance Care

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Service
Your Buick dealerkn6Ws y&&Tehicle best and wants you to be happy with We hope youllgo to your it. dealer for all your service needs. Youll get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people.
We hope youll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Your vehicle has an air bag system. B,efore attempting to Genuine GM parts haveone of these marks: do your own sexvicework, see Sqi4!cing Your Air Bag-Equipped~ Buick in the Index.

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You should keep a record with parts receipts and list all service work you the mileage -andthe dace of any perbm. See Maintenance Record in the Index,

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Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle

You can be injured andyour vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enoughabout it. Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt anyvehicle maintenance task. Be sure touse the proper nuts, bolts and other fasteners. English and metric fasteners canbe easily confused. If you use the wrong fasteners, parts later break can or fall off. You could behurt. Things you might add to the outsideyour vehicle can of This affect the airflow around it. may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance. Check with your Buick dealer before adding equipment the to outside of your vehicle.

Fuel
The 8th digit your vehicle identification number of (VIN) shows thecode letter for your engine.You will left find the VIN at the top of your instrument panel. (See Vehicle Identification Number the Index.) in
If you havethe 3800 engine (VIN Code K), use regular 87 If unleaded gasoline rated at octane or higher. youre using fuel rated at the recommended octane or higher and you still hear heavy knocking, your engine needs if little pinging service. But dont worry you hear a hill. noise when youre accelerating driving up a or Thats normal, and you dont have to buy a higher octane fuelto get rid of pinging. Its the heavy, constant knock that means you have a problem.

To provide cleaner air, all gasolines the United States in are now required to contain additives that will help prevent depositsfrom forming in your engine and fuel system, allowing your emission control system to function properly. Therefore, you should not have to add anything to fuel. In addition, gasolines the containing oxygenates, such as ethers and ethanol, and reformulated gasolines may be available your area to in help clean theair. General Motors recommends that you use these gasolinesif they comply withthe specifications described earlier.

Fuels in Foreign Countries

If you plan on driving another country outside the in United States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard to find. Never use leaded gasoline or any othernot fuel recommended in the previous text fuel. Costly repairs on caused by use of improper wouldnt be covered fuel by your warranty. To check on fuel availability, ask an auto club, or contact a major company that does business the oil in country where youll be driving.
You can also write us at following addressfor the advice. Just tell us where youre going and give your Vehicle Identification Number(VIN). General Motors International Product Center 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, OntarioL1H 8P7

NOTICE:
Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol. Dont use it. can corrode It metal partsi your fuel system and also damage n plastic and rubber parts. That damage wouldnt be covered under your warranty.

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Filling Your Tank

Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. Dont smoke if youre 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 side of your vehicle.

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too quickly. This spray can happen your tank if is nearly full, and more likely in hot weather. is Open the fuel filler cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop. Then unscrew the cap all the way. Be careful not to spill gasoline. Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soon as possible. Cleaning the See Outside of Your Buick in the Index. When you put the cap back on, it to the right turn (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure you fully install the cap.

An electric fanunder thehood can start up and injure you even when the engineis not running. Keep hands, clothing and away from any tools underhood electric fan.

NOTICE:
If you need a new cap, besure to get the right type. Your dealer can get one for If you get you. the wrongtype, it may not fitor have proper venting, and your fueltank and emissions system might be damaged.

Things that burn can on hot engine get parts and start a fire. These include liquids like gasoline, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and other fluids,and plastic or rubber. You or others could be burned. Be careful not to drop spill or things that will burn ontoa hot engine.

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Hood Release

3800 Supercharged (L67) Engine (Option)

When you open the hood the 3800 Supercharged engine, heres on what,you will see (the3800 Non-Supercharged (L36) engine is similar):

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A. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir B. Remote Positive Battery Terminal C. Radiator Pressure Cap
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D. Supercharged Engine Oil Dipstick

E. Supercharged Oil Fill Cap F. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick
G. Brake Master Cylinder

The Powertrain Control Module (PCM), works with a vacuum control to regulate the increased pressure required during specific driving conditions. When this in&fiased pressure or boost not desired, such as during is air idling and light throttle cruising, the excessthat the supercharger is pumping is routed through a bypass. All of these controls working together provide high performance, character and efficiency in the fuel 3800 V6 Supercharged Buick engine.

H. Supercharged Engine Coolant Recovery Tank I.AirCleaner Your vehicle may have a 3800 Supercharged engine. Buick chose supercharging rather than turbocharging because Buick emphasizes smooth, refined power. The supercharger is a device which is designed to pump more air into the engine than it would normally use. This air, mixed with fuel, 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.

Engine Oil
If the CHECKOIL LEVEL light onthe instrument panel comes on, means it you need to check your engine oil level right away.

CHEC K 0IL LEVEL

For more mformation, see Check Oil Level Lightin the Index.You should check your engine level oil regularly; this is an added reminder.

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Checking Engine Oil

P l out the dipstick .and clean it ,witha paper towel ar ul
cloth, then push it back i al the way.. Remcwe:it-again, nl keeping the tip down, and check the level.
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When to Add Oil

If the oil is at or belowthe ADD mark, thenyoull need to add at least quart of oil. But you must use one the right kind.This part explains what kind oil to use.For of crankcase capacity, see Capacities and Specifications in the Index.

What Kind of Oil to Use

Oils recommendedfor your vehicle can be identified by looking for the Starburst symbol. This symbol indicates that the has been certsed by the American oil Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use anyoil which does not carry this Starburst symbol. If you change your own oil, be sureyou use oil that has the Starburst symbol on the front of the oil container. If you have your changed oil for you, be sure the put oil into your engine is American Petroleum Institute certified for gasoline engines.

NOTICE:
Dont add too much oil. your engine has If so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross-hatched area that shows the proper operating range, your engine could be damaged.
Add engine oil at the engige oil fill cap nextto the oil dipstick. Be sure tofill it enough to put level somewherein the all the proper operating range. Push the dipstick the way back in when youre through.
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You should also use the proper viscosity oilfor your vehicle, as shownin the following chart:

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RECOMMENDED SAE VlSCOSlTT GRADE ENGINE OILS FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST SAE VlSCOSllV GRADE OIL FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE.

HOT WEATHER
+ l o o - - +38
+80- - + 2 7
+60--+16
+40- - + 4

As shown in the chart,SAE 1OW--3 is best for your SAE vehicle. However, you can use 5W-30 if it's going 60" to be colder than F (16"C) before your next oil SA change. When it's very cold, you should use E 5W-30. These numbers on an container show its oil viscosity, or thickness.Do not use other viscosity oils, such asSAE 2OW-50.

NOTICE:
Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines "Starburst" symbol. Failure use the to recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty.
GM Goodwrench@ oil meets the requirements for all your vehicle.
COLD WEATHER
DO NOTUSESAE 2OW-50 OR ANY OTHER GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED

+20---7
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If you are in an area where the temperature falls below -20F (-29"C), consider using eitheran S A E 5W-30 SAE OW-30 oil. Both will provide synthetic oil or an easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures.

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Engine Oil Additives

Dont add anythingto your oil. Your Buick dealer is ready to adviseif you think something should be added.

When to Change Engine Oil

If any one of these is true for you, usethe short trip/city maintenance schedule:
a Most trips are less than5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km).

If none of them is true, use the long tripkghway maintenance schedule. Change the oil and every filter 7,500 miles (12500 k ) 12 months -- whichever m or a fully warmed occurs first. Driving a vehicle with engine under highway conditions causes engine to oil break down slower.

What to Do with Used Oil

Did you know that used engineoil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy your skin and could for skin even cause cancer? Dontlet used oil stay on your for very long. Clean your and nails with soap and skin water, or a good hand cleaner. Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil. (See the manufacturers warnings about use and disposal the of oil products.) Used oil can be a threat to the environment. you real If change your own be sure to drain all free-flowing oil oil, from the filter before disposal. Dont ever dispose oil of it by puttingit in the trash, pouring on the ground, into sewers, orinto streams or bodies of water. Instead, If recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil. you have a problem properly disposing your usedoil, of ask your dealer, a service station or a local recycling center for help.

This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing.

a Most tripsinclude extensive idling (such as frequent

driving in stop-and-go traffic).

a Most trips are through dusty areas. a You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of

your vehicle.
a The vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi

or other commercial application.

Driving under these conditions causes engine to oil break down sooner.If any one of these is true for your vehicle, then you need to change yourand filter oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months -- whichever occurs first.

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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 so throttle body upward it is out of the way.
2. Detach the electrical connector and remove the air cleaner cover by flipping two latches on the the of bottom inboard side the cover.

the 3. Tilt and pull cover toward the engine to disengage it from the assembly.
4. Remove the old filter and install the new one.

5. Reinstall theair cleaner cover by sliding the tabs into i two the base of thea r cleaner and locking the latches. Reinstall the electrical connector. As you face the frontof the vehicle,the air cleaner is in of the front right section the engine compartment. There is a filter inside the air cleaner.

it 6 . Rotate the inlet duct into position and slide onto the air cleaner outlet, then tighten the clamp. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule determine when to to replace the air filter. See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index.

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

NOTICE:
If the air cleaner is off, a backfire can cause a damaging enginefire. And, dirt caneasily get into your engine, which damage it. Always will have theair cleaner in place when youre driving.

When to Check
r) Check oil level every 30,000 miles (50 000 kn or every 36 months, whichever occursfirst.

What Kind of Oil to Use

See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants the Index in and use only recommended oil. the

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How to Check and Ad(. -1

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Automatic Transaxle Fluid

When to Check and Change
A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid oil level is when the engine is changed.
Change both the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or moreof these conditions:

Check oil only when the engi-_- cold. Allow the is two engine to cool to three hours after running.

If you remove the supercharger oil fill plug while the engine is hot, pressure cause hot oil to may blow outof the oil fill hole. may be burned. You Do not remove the plug until the engine cools.
1. Clean the area around the fill plug before oil removing it.

In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90F (32C) or higher.

2. Remove theoil fill plug using a 3/16 inch Allen.wench.

3. The oil level is correct whenit just reaches the bottom of the threadsof the inspection hole.
4. Replace theoil plug with the O-ring in place. Torque to 88 lb-in (10 Nam).

In hilly or mountainous terrain. When doing frequent trailer towing. 0 Uses such as foundin taxi, police or delivery service. If you do not use your vehicle under of these any conditions, the fluid and do not require changing. filter See Scheduled Maintenance Services the Index. in
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How to Check
Because this operation can be little difficult, you may a choose to have this done at your Buick dealership Service Department.

To get the right reading, the fluid should be at normal operating temperature, which 1SO"F to200F is (82C to 93C). Get the vehicle warmed up driving about 15 miles by (24 km) when outside temperatures are above 50F (10C). If it's colder than50F (lO"C), you may have to drive longer.

If you do it yourself, be sure to follow the instructions al l the here, or you could get false reading on dipstick. a

Checking the Fluid Level 0 Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running. Too much or too little fluid can damage your 0 With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever transaxle. Too much can mean that some of the in PARK (P). fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. Be sure to 0 With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift get an accurate readingyou check your if lever through each gear range, pausing about for transaxle fluid. three seconds in each range. Then, position the shift lever in PARK (P). for Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle 0 Let the engine run at idle three tofive minutes. fluid level if you have been driving: When outside temperatures above 90 O F (32"C ) . are 0 At high speed for quite a while. In heavy traffic - especially in hot weather. While pulling a trailer.

NOTICE:

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E.ngirt- Coolant

NOTICE:
When addingcoolant, it is important thatyou use only DEX-COOL@(silicate-free) coolant. If coolant otherthan DEX-COOL@ added to is 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, whichever occursfirst. Damage causedby the use of coolant otherthan DEX-COOL@ not is covered by your new vehicle warranty.

What to Use
Use a mixture one-half clean water(preferably of DEX-COOL@coolmt which distilled) and one-half If won't damage aluminum parts. you use this mixture, you don't np-4 to add anything else.

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Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid likealcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mix will. Your vehicle'scoolant warning system is set for the proper coolant With mix. plain water or thewrong mix, your engine could get too hot but you wouldn't get the overheat warning. Your engine could catch fire and you or others couldbe burned. Use a 50/50 mix of clean water and DEX-COOL@ coolant.

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NOTICE:
If you use an impropercoolant mix, your engine could overheat and badly damaged. The be repair cost wouldnt be covered by your warranty. Too much water in the can freeze mix and crack theengine, radiator, heater core and other parts.
If you have to add coolant more than four times a year, have your dealer check your cooling system.

Checking Coolant

I NOTICE:
If you use the propercoolant, you dont have to add extra inhibitors or additives which claim to improve thesystem. These can be harmful.
The engine coolant recovery tank located on the is drivers sideof the engine compartment. When your engineis cold, the coolant level should at be FULL COLD or a little higher. When your engine is warm, the level should be up FULL HOT or a to little higher.

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If this light comes on, it means youre low on engine coolant.

LOW COOLANT LEVEL

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Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can steam and allow scalding liquids to blow out and burn badly. you With the coolant recovery tank, will almost you never have to add coolant at the radiator. Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little when the engineand radiator are hot.

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Adding Coolant

If you need more coolant, the properDEX-COOL add coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank, but be carefulnottospill it.
You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Dont spill coolant on hot engine. a

Radiator Pressure Cap

Power Steering Fluid

I NOTICE:
Your radiator cap isa 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure-type cap and must tightly installed to be prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tubethe radiator on filler neck.
When you replace your radiator pressure a GM cap cap, is recommended.

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

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When to Check Power Steering Fluid

It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there a leak in the system or is you hear an unusual noise. fluid loss in this system A could indicatea problem. Have the system inspected and repaired. The power steering fluid reservoir on L36 and L67 the engine is located belowthe generator and behind the accessory drive belt.

What to Use
To determine what kind fluid to use, of see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants the Index. in Always use the proper fluid. Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals.

Windshield Washer Fluid

What to Use

When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read If the manufacturers instructions before use. you will be How To Check Power Steering Fluid in the operating your vehicle an area where temperature When the engine compartwent cool, wipethe cap and is 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.
COLD The level should be at the FULL mark. If necessary, add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark.

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Adding Washer Fluid

NOTICE:
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Open .the .labeledWASHER FLUID ONLY. Add cap is washer fluid until the tank full.

When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturers instructions for adding water. Dont mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solutionfreeze to and damage your washer tank and fluid other partsof the washersystem. Also, water doesnt clean as well as washerfluid. Fill your washer fluid tank only three-quarters full whenits very cold. This allows for expansionif freezing occurs, which could damage the tank it is if completely full. Dont use radiator antifreeze in your windshield washer. It can damage your washer systemand paint.

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Brakes
Brake Fluid

system fixed, since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes wont work well, or wont work atl. a l

So, it isnt a good idea to top your brake fluid. off a Adding brake fluid wont correct leak. If you add fluid when your liningsare worn, then youll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings. should add You (or remove) brake fluid, as necessary, only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system.

A CAUTION:

Your brake master cylinder reservoir here. It is filled is with DOT-3 brake fluid.
There are onlytwo reasons why the brake fluid level the in down. The first is that the brake fluid reservoir might go goes down toan acceptable level during normal brake lining wear. When new linings putin, the fluid level are goes back up. The other reason that fluid is leaking out is of the brake system.If it is, you should have your brake

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 hydraulic system.
When your brake fluid falls a low level, your brake to A warning light will come on. chime will sound if you try to drive with this warning light on. See Brake System Warning Light the Index. in

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What toAdd When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake 11 fluid -- such as Delco Supreme (GM Part No. 12377967). Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only.
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NOTICE:
Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts. For example, just afew drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in your brakesystem can damagebrake system parts so badly that theyll have tobe replaced. Dont let someone put in the wrong kindof fluid. If you spill brake fluid on yourvehicles painted surfaces, the paint finish be can damaged. Be careful not to spill brake fluid on your vehicle. If you do, wash it off immediately. See (Appearance Care in the Index.

Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and area the around the cap before removing it. This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir.

With the wrong kind fluid in yourbrake of system, yourbrakes maynot workwell, or they may not even work at all. This could cause a crash. Always use theproper brake fluid.

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Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are applied or lightly first 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. When tires are rotated, inspect l be heard al the t h e your vehicle is moving (except when brake padsfor wear and evenly torque wheel nuts the in M you are pushing on the brake pedal y ) . proper sequence toGM specifications.

Brake Wear

Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets. See Brake System Inspection in Section of this 7 manual underP r C Periodic Maintenance Inspections. at

The brake wear warning sound means that soon your brakes wont work well. That could lead to an accident. When you hear the brake wear warning sound, have your vehicle serviced.

Brake PedalTravel
See your dealerif the brake pedal does not return to normal height, or if therea rapid increase in pedal is of travel. This could be a sign brake trouble.

I NOTICE:
Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads could result costly in brake repair.

Brake Adjustment
Every time you apply brakes, with or without the the vehicle moving, your brakes adjust for wear.

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Replacing Brake System Parts

The braking system on a modern vehiclecomplex. Its is of well many parts have to be top quality and work together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. Your vehicle was designed and tested with top-quality GM brake parts. When you replace parts your braking of system -- for example, when your brake linings wear down and you have to have new ones putin -- be sure you get new approved GM replacement parts. If you dont, your brakes may no longer work properly. For in example, if someone puts brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle,the balance between yourfront and -rear brakes can change for the worse. The braking to performance youve come expect can changein many other ways if someone puts the wrong replacement in brake parts.

The battery is located under the rear seat cushion. To access the battery, Removing the Rear Seat see the Cushion in the Index. dont need to access You battery tojump start your vehicle. Jump Starting See in the Index.

Battery
Every new Buick has a Delco Freedom@battery. You never have to add water to onethese. When its time of for a new battery, we recommend a Delco Freedom battery. Get one that hasthe replacement number shown on the original batterys label.

A battery that isnt properly vented can let sulfuric acid fumes the area under the rear into seat cushion. These fumes can damage your rear seat safety belt systems. You may not be able to see this damage,and the safety belts might not provide the protection needed in crash. If a a replacement battery is ever needed, must be it vented inthe same manner as the original battery. Always make sure that the vent hose is properly reattached before reinstalling the seat cushion.

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Vehicle Storage
If youre not going to drive your vehicle25 days for (-) or more, takeoff the black, negative cable from the battery. This will help keep your battery from running down.

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Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode.You can be badly hurt if you arent careful. See Jump Starting in the Index for tipson working around a battery without getting hurt.
Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods. Also, for your audio system, see Theft-Deterrent Feature in the Index.

To be sure the vent hose (A) is properly attached, the vent hose connectors(B) must be securely reattached to the vent outlets (C) on each sidethe battery, and the of vent assembly grommet(D) must be secured to the floor Pan (E).

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Bulb Replacement

Exterior Front Bulbs

2. Detach the electrical connector and remove the air 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 cover sliding the tabsinto by the base of the air cleaner and locking the two latches. Reinstall the electrical connector. 6. Rotate the inlet duct into position slide onto the and air cleaner outlet, then tighten the clamp.
If more hand clearanceis required, remove the air cleaner assembly as follows:
1. Remove the air duct clamp and separate the duct on from the air cleaner cover. Rotate the duct the throttle body upwardso it is out of the way.

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Headlamps

1. Loosen the bolts on the inboard edge headlamp two of the 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.

The right high-beam headlamp access area next to the is radiator pressure cap.

3. Remove the wire connector from the bulb by lifting the the lock tab and pulling it away fiom plastic base.

The right low-beam headlamp access area is to the right 5. Turn the bulb socket one-quarterof a turn making and slightly behind high beam area. the sure the tab is properly engaged in the panel slot. The left high-beam headlamp access is located near area 6. To reassemble, attach the wire connector to the (A) the air cleaner. (B) plastic base making sure the lock tab is over the The left low-beam headlamp access area behind and is lock (C). between the high-beam area and a r cleaner, the i

4. Install the bulb by putting the small tab into the (D) small notchin the lamp (E).

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If your vehicle is damaged an accident and the in your headlamp aim seems to be affected, see Buick dealer. Headlamps on damaged vehicles may require 1. Remove the panel on the underside bulb assembly recalibration of the horizontal aim by of the your Buick dealer. in by pulling thetwo fasteners that hold it 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 Headlamp Aiming attached to it. of Your vehicle has the composite headlamp system. These 0 There should not be any cargo or loading the vehicle, exceptit should have a tank of gas and full headlamps have horizontal and vertical aim indicators one person or160 lbs. (75 kg) on the drivers seat. The airn has been pre-set at the factory should need and no further adjustment. Tires should be properly inflated.

Front Turn Signal Lamps The turn signal bulb is located in thefront fascia.

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1. NOTICE:
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 reading of plus 0.76 degrees or minus 0.76 degrees from the center of the bubble.

It is recommended that the upper limit not exceed plus 0.4 degrees from the centerof the bubble. Other drivers is may flash their high beams at you if your adjustment much above plus 0.4 degrees.

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 secure trunk tin over the rr the taillamp area.

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TaillampdRear Turn Signal/Back-Up Lamps

The following instructions explain how to change each bulb.

2.
1. Remove the bulb socket assembly squeezing by the plastic lock and turning it one-quarter of a turn counterclockwise.

pull

the bulb straight out to removeit from the socket.

3. Install a new bulbinto the socket. Reverse the instructions to replace the taillarnp assembly.

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2,. insert a small screwdriver into me hale (A) and pull the blade assembly the wiper arrn (B). off

Inflation

-- Tire Pressure

The Tire-Loading Information label, which is located on the rear edge the drivers door shows the correct of inflation pressuresfor your tires when theyre cold. Cold means your vehicle has been sittingat least for 1 three hours or driven no more thanmile (1.6 km).

NOTICE: (Continued) If your tires have too much air (overinflation), you can get the following: 0 Unusual wear Bad handling Rough ride Needless damage from road hazards. When to Check Check your tires once a month more. or
Dont forget your compact spare tire.It should be at 60 psi (420 Wa).

NOTICE:
Dont let anyone tell that underinflation or you overinflation is all right. Its not. If your tires dont have enoughair (underinflation), can you get thefollowing: 0 Too much flexing Too much heat 0 Tire overloading Bad wear Bad handling Bad fuel economy. NOTICE: (Continued)

How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You cant tellif your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly inflated even when theyre underinflated. Be sure to put the valve caps backthe valve stems. on dirt They help prevent leaks by keeping out and moisture.

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Tire Inspection and Rotation

Tires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles (10 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate yourtires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check damaged tires or for wheels. See When Its Time New Tires and for Wheel Replacementlater in this section for more information. 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 Index scheduled for rotation intervals.

When rotating your tires, always use the correct rotation pattern shown here. Dont include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire-Loading Information label. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See Wheel Nut Torque in the Index.

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Rust or dirt a wheel, or on the parts towhich on it is fastened, can makewheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. 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 dirt (See off. Changing a Flat Tire in the Index.)

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When Its Time for New

One way to tell when its time for new tiresis 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 or fabric showing through the

tires rubber. The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric. The tire has a bump, bulge or split.

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Mlxmg tires could cause to lose control while you driving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types (radial andbias-belted tires), the vehicle may not handle properly, and you could havea crash. Using tires of different sizes may also cause damage to your vehicle. Be sure touse the same size and type tires on all wheels. It's all right to drive with your compact spare, though. It was developed for use on yourvehicle.

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), or to some limited-production tires. While the tires available on General Motors passenger to cars and light trucks may vary with respectthese grades, they must also conform to Federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) standards. Treadwear
on The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For 150 example, a tire graded would wear one and a half (1 1/2) timesas well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditionsof their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm to variations due in in driving habits, service practices and differences road characteristics and climate.

Uniform Tire QualityGrading

The following information relates to the system developed bythe United States National Highway Traffk Safety Administration, which grades tires by treadwear, traction and temperature performance. (This applies only to vehicles sold the United States.) The in grades are molded the sidewalls of most passenger on

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Traction A, B, C 7 The traction grades, from highest to lowest, areB, and A, -C, they represent the tires ability to stop on wet and cpavementas measured under controlled conditions on of :specified government test surfaces asphalt and concrete. -Atire marked C may have poor traction performance.

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Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.

Wheel Alignment andTire Balance

v.

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 carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire Life mclude cornering (turning) traction. and best overall performance.

Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not Temperature A, B, C needed. However, if you notice unusual tire wear or The temperature gradesare A (the highest),B, and C, your vehicle pulling one way or the other, the alignment arepresenting the tires resistance the generation of to If may need to be reset. you notice your vehicle !heat andits ability to dissipate heat when tested under vibrating when drivingon a smooth road, your wheels gcontrolled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory may need to be rebalanced. ,test wheel. Sustained high temperature cause the can :material of the tire to degenerate and reduce life, and tire nexcessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. of The grade C corresponds to a level performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the No. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels performance on the of laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.

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Wheel Replacement
Replace any wheel that bent, cracked, or badly rusted is or corroded.If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, If wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced.the it wheel leaks air, replace (except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). your See Buick dealerif any of these conditions exist. Your dealer will know kind of wheel you need. the Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the sarne wayas the oneit replaces.
If you need to replace of your wheels, wheel bolts or any 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.

Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous. I t could affect the braking and handling your of vehicle, make your tires lose air a,nd makeyou lose control. You could havea collision in which you or others couldbe injured. Always use the correctwheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement.

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

See Changing a Flat Tire in the Index for more information.

Used Replacement Wheels

Tire Chains

r!l CAUTION:;
Putting a used wheel on yourvehicle is dangerous. You cant know how its been used or how far its been driven. I t could fail suddenly and cause an accident. Ifyou have to replace a wheel, usea new GM original equipmentwheel. Use tire chainsonly where legal and only when you must. Use only SAE Class S type chains that are the proper for yourtires. Install size them on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened. Driveslowly and follow the chain manufacturers instructions. Ifyou can hear the chains contacting your vehicle, stop and retighten them. If the contact continues, slow down until it stops. Driving too fast or spinning thewheels with chains on damage yourvehicle. will

Appearance Care
Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike a of match orget them on a hot part the vehicle. Some are in dangerous if you breathe their fumes a closed space. When you use anything from a container to clean your Buick, be sure to follow manufacturers warnings the and instructions. And always open your doors or windows when youre cleaning inside. the

Dont use anyof these unless this manual says you can. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: 0 Alcohol Laundry Soap 0 Bleach 0 ReducingAgents

Cleaning the Insideof Your Buick

Never use these to clean your vehicle: 0 Gasoline

0 0 0
0

Benzene Naphtha Carbon Tetrachloride Acetone Paint Thinner Turpentine Lacquer Thinner Nail Polish Remover

0
0

0
0

They can all be hazardous some more than -others -- and they canall damage your vehicle, too.

Use a vacuum cleaner often to get of dust and loose rid a dirt. Wipe vinyl or leather withclean, damp cloth. Your Buick dealer has two cleaners, a solvent-type spot lifter and a foam-type powdered cleaner. They will clea stains very well. Do not use them on normal spots and vinyl or leather. Here are some cleaning tips: 1. Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. 2. Clean up stains as soon as you can before they set. -3. Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area often. A soft brush maybe used if stains are stubborn. 4. Use solvent-type cleanersin a well-ventilated area f saturate the stained area. only. I you use them, dont 5. If a ring forms after spot cleaning, clean entire the area immediatelyor it will set.

Using Foam-Type Cleaner on Fabric

1. Vacuum and brushthe area to remove any loose dirt.
2. Always clean a whole trim panel or section. Mask surrounding ti along stitch or welt lines. rm

If you need to use solvent: a

1. Gently scrape excess soil from trim material with the a clean, dull knife or scraper. 2. Use very little cleaner, light pressure and clean cloths (preferably cheesecloth). Cleaning should start at the outside of the stain, feathering toward the center.

3. Mix Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the directions on the container label. 3. Keep changingto a clean section the cloth. of 4. Use suds only and apply with a clean sponge. Dont fabric, immediately 4. When you clean a stain from saturate the material and dont rub it roughly. dry the area with a blow dryer to help prevent a 5 . As soon as youve cleaned section, use a sponge the cleaning ring. to remove the suds.

Special Cleaning Problems 6. Rinse the section with a clean, wet sponge. 7. Wipe off whats 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 creams, vegetable oils, wax crayon, tar and asphalt 9. Wipe with a clean cloth. 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. will Some spots and stains clean off better withjust Shoe polish, wax crayon, tar and asphalt will if left stain water and mild soap. on a vehicles seat fabric. They should be removed as soon as possible. Be careful, because the cleaner will dissolve them and may cause them to spread.
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Non-Greasy Stains
Stains causedby catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft d r i n k s , wine, vomit, urine and blood can be removed as follows:
1. Carefully scrapeoff excess stain, then spongethe soiled area with cool water. 2. If a stain remains, followthe foam-type instructions described earlier.

Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt.You may have to doit more than once. Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish willstain if you dont get themoff quickly. Use a clean cloth and a vinyl/leather cleaner. See your dealer for this product.

Cleaning Leather
Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a,mild soap or dry let saddle soap and wipe with a soft cloth. Then, the Do leather dry naturally. not use heat to dry. For stubborn stains, use a leather cleaner. See your dealer for this product.

3. If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine, treat the area with awaterbaking soda solution: 1 teaspoon (5 ml)of baking soda to1 cup (250 ml) of lukewarm water.
4. If needed, clean lightly with solvent-type cleaner.

Combination Stains
Stains caused by candy, cream, mayonnaise,chili ice sauce and unknown stains can be removed as follows:

Never use oils, varnishes, solvent-based or abrasive cleaners, furniture polish or shoe polish on leather. Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned immediately. If dirt is allowed to work into the finish, it can harm the leather.

1. Carefully scrape off excess stain.

2. Clean with cool water and allow to dry.

Cleaning theTop of the Instrument Panel

Use only mild soap and water clean the top surfaces to of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or in waxes may cause annoying reflections the windshield and even make difficult tosee through the windshield it under certain conditions.

3. If a stain remains, clean with solvent-type cleaner. it

Cleaning Vinyl
Use warm water and a clean cloth.

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Cleaning Wood Panels

Use a clean cloth moistened in warm, soapy water (use Dry mild dish washing soap). the wood immediately with a clean cloth.

Cleaning Speaker Covers

Vacuum around a speaker cover gently, that the so speaker wont be damaged. Some spots and stains will cleanoff better withjust water and mild soap. If something gets on one them and you need to use a of solvent, follow these steps:

Do not bleach or dye safety belts.you do, it If may severely weaken them. Incrash, they a might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water.

Glass
Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner (GM Part No. 1050427) or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass. Dont use abrasive cleaners on glass, because they may cause scratches. Avoid placing decals on the inside rear off window, since they may have to be scrapedlater. If abrasive cleaners are used on inside of the rear the window, an electric defogger element may be damaged. Any temporary license should not be attached across the defogger grid.

1. Gently scrape excess soil fromthe trim material with a clean,dull knife or scraper. 2. Use very little cleaner, light pressure and clean cloths start (preferably cheesecloth). Cleaning should at the outside of the stain, feathering toward the center. 3. Keep changing to a clean section the cloth. of 4. When you clean a stain.from fabric, immediately dry the area with a blow to help prevent a dryer cleaning ring.

Care of Safety Belts

Keep belts clean and dry.

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Cleaning the Outside the of Windshield and W.per Blades

Ithe windshield is not clear using the windshield after
running, wax, washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield.
Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Powder (non-scratching glass Cleaner, Bon cleaning powder), GMPart No. 1050011. The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water.
A m i @

-!aning the Outside Your Buick of

of color, gloss retention and durability.

lhe paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth

Washing Your Vehicle

The best way to preserve your vehicles finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water.

of Dont wash your vehicle the direct rays the sun. in Dont use strong soaps or chemical detergents. Use liquid hand, dish car washing (mild detergent) soaps. or Grime from the windshield will stick the wiper blades to Dont use cleaning agents that me petroleum based, and affect their performance. Clean the blade by wiping or that contain acid or abrasives. cleaning agents All vigorously with a cloth soaked in full-strength windshield should be flushed promptly and not alloweddry on to washer solvent. Then rinse the blade with water. r the surface,o they could stain. Dry the finish with a soft, clean charnois or an all-cotton towel to avoid Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary; surface scratches and water spotting. replace blades that look worn.
High pressurecar washes may cause water to enter your vehicle.

Weatherstrips
Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six months. During very cold, damp weather more frequent application may be required. (See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in Index.) the

Cleaning ExteriorLampsLenses
Use lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth a liquid and hand, dish or vehicle washing (mild detergent) soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle.

Finish Care

Occasional waxing or mild polishingyour Buick by of hand -may be necessary to remove residue from the paint Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period finish. You can get GM-approved cleaning products from yaur dealer. (See Appearance Care and Materialsof years. You can help to keep the paint finish looking new by keeping your Buick garaged or covered in the Index.) 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 Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with non-abrasive and made for a basecoat/clearcoat mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After paint finish. rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied.
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necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners that marked are safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter.

NOTICE:
Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks.

Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other Dont take your vehicle through an automatic car wash salts, ice melting agents, road and tar, tree sap, bird oil tire droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can that has silicon carbide cleaning brushes. These of damage your vehicles finish if they remain on painted brushes can also damage the surfacethese wheels. If surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon as possible.

the The surfaceof these wheels is similar to painted surface of your vehicle. Dont use strong soaps, chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface.You may use chrome polish on chrome wheels, but avoid any painted surface of the wheel, andbuff off immediately after application.

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Tires
To clean yourtires, use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner.

Sheet Metal Damage

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 or replaced to restore corrosion protection.

I NOTICE:
When applying a tire dressing always take care to wipe off any overspray or splash from painted all surfaces on the body wheels of the vehicle. or Petroleum-based products may damage the paint finish.

Finish Damage
Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches the finish in should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into a major repair expense.

Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch-up materials available from your dealer or other service of outlets. Larger areas finish damage can be corrected in your dealers body and paint shop.

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Underbody -Maintenance
Chemicals usedfor ice and snow removal and dust If control can collect on the underbody.these are not removed, accelerated corrosion (rust) can occur on the underbody parts such as lines, frame, floor fuel pan and exhaust system even though they have .corrosion protection.

Chemical 'Paint Spotting

Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can fall upon and This attack painted surfaces on your vehicle. damage can take two forms: blotchy, ringlet-shaped discolorations, and small irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface.

Although no defect in paint job causes this, Buick the At least every spring, flush these materials from the of underbody with plain water. Clean any areas where mud will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within Dt i and other debris can collect.r packed in closed areas 12 months or 12,000miles (20 000 km) of purchase, of the frame should be loosened before being flushed. whichever occurs first. Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you.

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Appearance Care Materials Chart

PART NUMBER
994954 1050004 1050172 1050173 1050174 1050200 1050214 1050427 1052870 1052918** 1052925 1052929 1052930 12345002** 12345725 12377964 12377966

USAGE

I I
I I I

Polishing Cloth- Wax Treated Exterior Polish Shines vehicle without scratching Chamois Tar and Road Oil Remover Also removes old waxes and polishes Removesrustandcorrosion Chrome Cleaner and Polish . White Sidewall Tire Cleaner Removes soil and black marks Exterior cleaner and polish Magic Mirror Cleaner Polish 1 gal. (3.785 L) 32 oz.(0.946L) Spot and stain removal Vinyl Cleaner 23 oz. (0.680L) Cleans grease, grime and smoke film Glass Cleaner Exterior wash Wash and Wax Concentrate 16 oz. (0.473 L) Protects vinyl, leather and rubber 8 oz. (0.237 L) Armor All Protector 16 oz. (0.473 L) Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner Cleans vinyl, cloth, tires and mats Wheel Cleaner Spray on wheel cleaner oz. (0.237 8 L) capture DV spit Remover Attracts and absorbs soils I (0.473 oz. 16 L) I Armor All Cleaner Cleans vinyl, leather and rubber I 12 oz. (0.354 L) I Silicone Tire Shine Shines tires I 16 oz. (0.473 L) I Cleaning Wax Protects finish and removes fine scratches (0.473 I oz. 16 L) I Finish Enhancer - 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.
TM

SIZE 23 in. x 25 in. 2.75 sq. ft. 16 oz. (0.473 L) 16 oz. (0.473L) 16 oz. (0.473L)

DESCRIPTION

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Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

Service Parts Identification Label

Youll find this label on the undersidethe spare tire of if cover. Its very helpful you ever need to order parts. On this labelis: yourVIN,

ENGINE/1997 T \ ASSEMBLY CODE MODEL YEAR PLANT

the model designation, paint information and a list of all production options and special equipment.

This isthe legal identifierfor your Buick.It appears on a platein the front corner of the instrument panel, on the Be sure that this label not removed from the vehicle. is drivers side.You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. VIN also The appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service t Prs a 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 ~ a r t s .

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Electrical System
Add-on Electrical Equipment

Windshield Wiper Fuses

The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy snow, etc., the wiper will stop until motor cools.If the the overload is caused by some electrical problem and it not snow, etc., be sure to get fixed.

NOTICE:
Dont add anything electrical your Buick to unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldnt be covered by your warranty. Someadd-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should.
Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to your Buick, Servicing see Your Air Bag-Equipped Buick in the Index.

Power Windows and Other Power Options

Circuit breakers in the fuse panel protect the power w and other power accessories. When the current load is to heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes, protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed or goes away.

Fuses and Circuit Breakers

The wiring circuits your vehicle are protected from short in circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers.

Headlamp Wiring
The headlamp wiring is protected by a circuit breaker. An electrical overload will cause the lamps to on and go off, or in some cases to remain off. this happens, have If your headlamp wiring checked right away.

Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. band If the is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be you replace sure a bad fuse witha new one of the identical size and rating. If you ever have a problem on the road and dont have a spare fuse, you can borrow that has the same one amperage. Just pick some feature of your vehicle that -you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter -- and useits fuse if it is the correct amperage. Replace it as soon as you can.

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Instrument Panel Fuse

Block
LHEXT
LPS

OXYGEN SENSOR

There is a fuse panel located at the end the instrument of panel near the drivers door. There is an underhood electrical center and other two fgse panels located under the rear seat.

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TMNSS
CRUISE

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FLAT PACK MTR
C/LTR BLOWER

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Fuse 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

Usage Air Bag Injectors Anti-Lock Brake System Left Exterior Lamps Turn Signal Lamps Oxygen Sensor Climate Control Right Exterior Lamps HVAC Relay MAF Auxiliary Power Interior Lamps Chime TMNSS

Fuse 15 .16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28

Usage Cruise Control Perimeter Lights Not Used Not Used Radio Cooling Fan Not Used Not Used Windshield Wipers Flat Pack Motor PCM Cigarette Lighter Crank HVAC Blower

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Engine CompartmentFuse Block

Fuse 1 2 3
4

5
6

7
8
COOLING FAN # 2

COOLJNG FAN # 3

1
I

rL

9 10 11 12 13 14

Usage Air Conditioning Compressor Not Used Not Used Horn Not Used Not Used Cooling Fan #2 Cooling Fan#3 Cooling Fan ABS Main ABS Pump Motor Not Used Horn Not Used

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Under Rear Seat Fuse Block

I
1

OPEN

TRUNK
I

OPEN

II

F/lP

II

DDOOR UNLOCK

DEFG - RR #2

DEFG - RR #1

Fuse 1 2 3 4 5 6 7- 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17-22 23 24

Usage Open Electronic Level Control Trunk Release Relay Not Used Fuel Pump Relay Driver Door Unlock Relay Not Used Rear Defogger Relay (Upper Zone) Rear Defogger Relay (Lower Zone) Not Used spare Spare Spare Not Used Direct Accessory Power- Accessory Open

DAP ACSRY

OPEN

UnderRearSeatFuse Block

Fuse 1-2 3
4

HDLP CB

WAC

BLO
MTR

5-6 7 8-9 10 11 12-13 14 15 16 17 18

19 20 21 22 23

Usage Spare Open Breaker - Power Windows/Sunroof Spare Open Spare Open Breaker - Power Seats Spare Open Power Steering Breaker-Headlamps W A C Blower Motor Powertrain Control ModulePASS-Key

II
Ignition 3 Ignition 1 Rear Defogger Tmnk and Fuel Door Releases Electronic Level Control

Fuse 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 3.3 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42

Usage Heated Seats/Instrument Panel Exterior Lamps Open Power Door Locks Interior Lamps Hazard Lamps/S toplamps Parking Lamps Open Open Fuel Door Release Trunk Release Battery Thermistor Instrument Panel #2 Instrument Panel #1 Heated Seats Fuel Pump Open Defog 2 Defog 1

Removing the Rear Seat Cushion

To access the battery and main boxes, the rear seat fuse cushion must be removed. may wishto have your You dealer do this for you.

NOTICE:
The battery and main boxes are located fuse under the rear seat cushion. The batterys ground terminal andsome relay wires are exposed. To help avoid damage to the battery and wires, be careful when removing or reinstalling the seat cushion. Do not remove covers from covered parts. Do not store anything under the seat, as objects could touch exposed wires and cause a short.
i

T Remove the Rear Seat O Cushion 1. Pull up on thefront of the cushion to release the front hooks. 2. Pull the cushion up and out toward front of the the vehicle.

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To Reinstall theRear Seat Cushion

hasnt been routed through the seat cushion at all, it wont be there to work for the next passenger. The person sitting in that position 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 in the route the safety belts through the proper slots seat cushion. Dont let the safety belts get twisted. 2. Slide the rearof the cushion up and under the into seatback so the rear locating guides hook the wire loops on the back frame.

A safety belt that isnt properly routed through the seat cushion is twisted wont provide the or protection needed in a crash. If the safety belt CAUTION: (Continued)

3. With the seat cushion lowered, push rearward and then press down on the seat cushion until the spring locks on both ends engage. 4. Check to make sure the safety belts are properly of is routed and that no portion any safety belt trapped under the seat. Also make sure the seat cushion is secured.

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

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PC168 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PC168

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Capacities and Specifications

The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Please refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index more information. for

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) 19.4 gallons (73.4 L) Fuel Tank Capacity ........................................................... Automatic Transaxle Drain and Refill ................................................................. 6 quarts (5.6 L) Complete Overhaul ............................................................. 10 quarts (9.5 L) When pe@orming either transaxle procedure, checkfluid 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 edge drivers door, shows the correct of the inflation pressuresfor your tires. R-134a Air Conditioning Capacity ........................... See refrigerant charge label under the hood.

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Capacities and Specifications

The following approximate capacities are given English and metric conversions. Please refer to Recommended in Fluids andLubricants in the Index for more information.

Engine Code K (L36) 3.SL V-6 MFI 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) 10 quarts (9.5 L) Complete Overhaul ............................................................. When peqorming either 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 Information label, which is located on the rearedge of the drivers door, shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires. R-134a Air Conditioning Capacity ........................... See refrigerant charge label under the hood.

Engine Accest :yBelt (L36)

~

The 3800 (L36) engine usesan engine accessory belt. This diagram shows the features connected by beltthe routing. See Maintenance Schedule the Index for in when to check belt. the

A. Power Steering B . Generator C. Air Conditioning D. Crank

E. Coolant Pump E Tensioner

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mercharged EngineAccessoryBelt (L67)

1. Front Belt

2. BackBelt A. Generator
B. Power Steering

C. Crank

D. Supercharger E. Coolant Pump E Air Conditioning The Supercharged 3800 engine uses two accessory drive belts. One belt drives the generator, power steering air pump, coolant pump and conditioning compressor. The second belt drives the supercharger. Each belt has its own tensioner and idler pulley.

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NOTES

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kf3 NOTES

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Section 7 MaintenanceSchedule
This section covers the maintenance required foryour Buick. Your vehicle needs these services to retain safety, its dependability and emission control performance. 7-2 7-2 7-2 7-4 7-4 7-4 7-39 7-39 7-39 7-40 Introduction Your Vehicle the and Environment How This Section is Organized PartScheduled A: Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule Selecting the Right Schedule Part B : Owner Checks andServices At Each Fuel Fill At Least Once a Month At Least Twice a Yew 7-40 7-43 7-43 7-43 7-43 7-43 7-43 7-44 7-46 At Least Once a Year Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot andSeal Inspection Exhaust System Inspection Radiator and Heater Hose Inspection Throttle Linkage Inspection Brake System Inspection Part D: Recomended Fluids and Lubricants Part E: Maintenance Record

KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER LEVEL ANDCHANGE AS RECOMMENDED

IMPORTANT:

Introduction
Your Vehicle and the Environment
Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. All recommended maintenance procedures are important. Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality the air we breathe. Improper fluid of levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle. help protect our To environment, and to keep your vehicle good in condition, please maintain vehicle properly. your

How This Sectionis Organized

The remainderof this sectionis divided intofive parts: Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet, or your Buick dealer for details.

Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services shows of these what to have done and how often. Some so services can be complex, unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should let your dealers service department or another qualified jobs. service center do these

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Performing maintenance work on vehicle can a be dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, you can be seriously injured. Do your own maintenance work only if you have the requiredknow-how and the propertools and equipment for the job. I you have any doubt, have qualified f a technician dothe work.

Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your Buick dealers service department or another qualified service center should perform. Part D: Recommended Fluidsand Lubricants lists some productsGM recommends to help keep your vehicle properly maintained. These products, their or you equivalents, should be used whether do the work yourself or haveit done.

I you are skilled enough do some work on your to

vehicle, you will probably want get the service to information GM publishes. See Service and Owner Publications in the Index. Part B: Own Checks andServices tells you what should bechewed and when. It also explains what you in can easily do to help keep your vehiclegood condition.
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Part E: Maintenance Recordprovides a place for you to record the maintenance performed on your vehicle. Whenever any maintenance performed, be is sure to write it down in this part. This will help you determine when your next maintenance should be done. In addition,it is a goodidea to keep your maintenance receipts. They may be needed qualrfy your vehicle to for warranty repairs.

Maintenance Schedule

Maintenance Schedule
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Follow this maintenance schedule if none of the only conditions from the Short Trip/City Maintenance if Schedule is true. Do not use this schedulethe vehicle in is used for trailer towing, driven a dusty area or used off paved roads. Use Short Trip/City schedule the for these conditions. Driving a vehicle with a f i l l y warmed engine under highway conditions causes engine oil to break down slower.

Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and Filter Change (or every12 months, whichever occurs first). Chassis Lubrication (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Tire Rotation. Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Supercharger Oil Check (or every36 months, whichever occursfist) (3.8L Code 1 engine only). Air Cleaner Filter Replacement. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection. 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 (166 km): Spark Plug Wire 000 Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement. Every 150,000 Miles (240 000 km): Cooling System Service (or every months, whichever occurs first). 60 These intervals only summarize maintenance services. Be sure to follow complete maintenance schedule on the the following pages.

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Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule

I
3,000 Miles ( 000 km) 5
0Change engineoil and fiiter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.

The services shownin this schedule up to100,000 miles m should be perforrned after100,000 miles (166 000 k ) m at (166 000 k ) the same intervals. The services shown m should be performed at at 150,000 miles (240 000 k ) the same interval after 150,000 d e s (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 toperfom this maintenance itemwill not n u w the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicles useful life. We, however, urge l perfomed that al recommended maintenance services be at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. # Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage, cable guides and transaxle shift linkage, parking brake the underbody contactpoints and linkage. + A good time to check your brakes during tire is rotation. See Brake System Inspection under Periodic at Maintenance Inspectionin P r C of this schedule.

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED BY:

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9,000 Miles (15 000 km)

I A.

0Change engineoil and filter '(orevery

3 months, whicheveroccults first).
An Emission Control Seuvicb,~.

~~

DAW

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVJCED BY:

Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule

I
15,000 Miles (25 000 km)
0Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.

12,000 Miles (20 000 km)

Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
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+.)

0Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving

in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote-f..)

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED BY:

DATE MILEAGE ACTUAL SERVICED

BY:

I
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Short Triplcity Maintenance Schedule

I
27,000 Miles (45 000 km)
0Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occursfirst).
An Emission Control Service.

24,000 Miles (40 000 km)

0Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occursfirst).
An Emission Control Service.

El Lubricate chassis components every (or

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+.)

ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED BY:

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Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule

I
36,000 Miles (60 000 km)
0Change engineoil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.

33,000 Miles (55 000 km)

17 Change
engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
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+.)

DATE

ACTUALMILEAGE

ISERVICED

BY:I

DATE

ACTUALMILEAGE

SERVICED BY:

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Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule

-

39,000 Mill- (65 000 km)

0Change er .ne oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.

42,000 Miles (70 000 km)

Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
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 +.)

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED BY:

DATE MILEAGE ACTUAL SERVICED

BY

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Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule

I
48,000 Miles (80 000 km)
0Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.

45,000 Miles (75 000 km)

0Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occursfirst).
An Emission Control Service.

0Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving

in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote"f)

17 Lubricate

chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occursfirst). (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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DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED BY:

DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED BY:

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Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule

50,000 Miles (83 000 km)

0Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter
if the vehicle is mainly driven underone or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic wherethe outside temperature regularly reaches90 O F (32 C) or higher. - In hilly or mountainous terrain.
O

When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service.
-

If you do not useyour vehicle under any of these conditions, thefluid andfilter do require changing. not

DATE ACTUAL

MILEAGE

SERVICED BY:

Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule

I
54,000 Miles (90 000 km)
Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.

51,000 Miles (85 000 km)

0Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
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+.)

~~

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED BY:

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED BY:

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Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule

1
I
;O,OOO Miles (100 000 km) 0( ange engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occursfirst).
An Emission Control Service.

57,000 Miles (95 000 km)

0Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occursfirst).
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.

0Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage

DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y

or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.)

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ShortTrip/CityMaintenanceSchedule

I
63,000 Miles (105 000 km)
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.

0For supercharged engines only: Check the c Change engine oil and filter (or every ]
supercharger oil level and add oil as needed (or every36 months, whichever occurs first). See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in this section. An Emission Control Service. (See footnoteT.) 0Rotate tires.See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Indexfor proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote+.)

DATEMILEAGE ACTUAL

SERVICED BY:

DATE MILEAGE ACTUAL SERVICED

BY:

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Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule

44,000 Miles (110 000k t )

0Change engine oiland filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.

49,000 Miles (115 000 km)

0Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
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

DATE MILEAGE ACTUAL SERVICED

BY,

Short Wip/City Maint>enance Schedule

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tI

Short TriplCity Maintenance Schec

78,000 Miles (130 000 kna)

0Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.

81,000 Miles (135 000 km)

0Change engine oiland filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.

0Lubricate chassis components (or every

6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote#.) Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and tion Rotation inthe Index for proper rota pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

DATE MILEAGE ACTUAL SERVICED

BY:

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~~

Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule

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84,000 Miles (140 0'00km)

ShortTrip/CityMaintenanceSchedule
Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.

I
0For supercharged engines only: Check the
supercharger oillevel and add oil as needed (or every36 months, whichever occurs first). See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in this section. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote+.)

90,000 Miles (150 000 km)

0Lubricate chassis components (or every

6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote#.) 0Replace air cleaner filter.
An Emission Control Service,

0Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage

or leaks. Inspectfuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.)

DATE MILEAGE ACTUAL SERVICXD

BY:

Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule

I
96,000 Miles (160 000 km)
0Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.

93,000 Miles (155 000 km)

0Change engineoil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
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 proper rotation for pattern and additional information. (See footnote+.)

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED

BY:

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

ISERVICED

BY: I

Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule

Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst).
An Emission Control Service.

1
100,000 Miles (166 000 km)
0Inspect spark plug wires.
An Emission ControlService.

99,000 Miles (165000 km)

0Replace spark plugs.

An Emission Control Service.

0Change automatictransaxle fluid and filter

if the vehicle mainly driven under oneor is more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic wherethe outside 90 temperature regularly reaches O F (32"C) or higher. - In hilly or mountainous terrain.
I
I
I

DATE MILEAGE ACTUAL SERVICED

BY:

DATE MILEAGE ACTUAL SERVICED

BY:

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150,000 Milts (240 000 km)

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

1 Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule I

15,000 Miles (25 000 km)
0Change engine oil and filter (or every
12 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.

22,500 Miles (37 500 km)

0Change engine oil and filter (or every
12 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.

0Lubricate chassis components (or every

12 months, whichever occursfirst). (See footnote#.) 0Rotate tires.See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote+.)

17 Lubricate chassis components (or every

12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote#.) 17 Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote+.)

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE ISERVICED

BY:

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DATE MILEAGE ACTUAL SERVICED

BY:

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"

500 Miles (62 500 km)

45,000 Miles,(750'00km)

50,000 Miles (83 000 km)

0Change automatic transaxle fluid filter and
if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches O F 90 (32"C) or higher. - In hilly or mountainous terrain.

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DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVIC!ED BY:

~~

1- TriplHighway Mainte Long -

Ice

Schedul-

60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued)

67,500 Miles (112 500 km)

0Change engine oil and filter (or every
12 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.

Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote#.) An Emission ControlService. I7 Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and 0Replace air cleaner filter. Rotation in the Index for proper rotation An Emission ControlService. 0Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage pattern and additional information. (See footnote+.) or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission ControlService. (See footnote3f.)
DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:

Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote+.) Inspect engine accessory drive belt.

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Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule

75,000 Miles (125 000 km)

0Change engine oil and filter (or every
12 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.

82,500 Miles (137 500 km)

Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.

0Lubricate chassis components (or every

12 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+.)

0Lubricate chassis components (or every

12 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+.)

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:

DATE MILEAGE ACTUAL SERVICED

BY:

Long TriplHighway Maintenance Schedule

90,000 Miles (150 000 km)

0Change engine oil and filter (or every
For supercharged engines only: Check the supercharger oil level and add oil as needed 12 months, whichever occurs first). (or every 36 months, whichever occurs An Emission Control Service. first). See Recommended Fluids and 17 Lubricate chassis components (or every Lubricants i this section. n 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnotef.) (See footnote#.) 0Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Replace air cleaner filter. Rotation in the Index for proper rotation An Emission Control Service. 0Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage pattern and additional information. (See footnote+.) or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.)

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Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule

rn

97,500 Miles (162 500 km)

0Change engine oil and filter (or every
12 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.

100,000 Miles (166 000 km)

0Inspect spark plug wires.
An Emission Control Service.

17 Replace spark plugs.

An Emission Control Service.

0Lubricate chassis components (or every

12 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+.)

0Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter

if the vehicleis mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches O F 90 (32 O C) or higher. - In hilly or mountainous terrain.

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED BY:

(Continued)
n en

Long TriplHighway MaintenanceSchedul100,000 Miles (166 000 km) (Continued)

- When doing frequent trailer towing.

150,000 Miles (240 000 km)

Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every60 months sincelast service, whichever occursfirst). See Engine Coolant in the Index for to use. what Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap.
An Emission Control Service.

- Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service.

If you do not useyour vehicle under any these of conditions,thefluid andfilter not require changing. do

DATE ACTUAL

MILEAGE

SERVICED BY:

DATE MILEAGE ACTUAL SERVICED

BY:

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Part B: Owner Checksand Services

Listed below are owner checks and services which should be performed at intervals specified to help the ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids or lubricantsare added to your in vehicle, makesure they are the proper ones, as shown P r D. at

Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level the in windshield washer tank and add proper fluidif the necessary. See Windshield Washer Fluid the Index in for further details.

At Least Once a Month

Tire Inflation Check Make sure tires are inflated the correct pressures.See to Tires inthe Index for further details. Cassette Deck Service Clean cassette deck. Cleaning should be done every 50 hours of tape play. See Audio Systems the Index in for further details. Power Antenna Service Clean power antenna mast. Audio Systemsin the See Index for further details.

At

Juel Fill

It is important for you or a service station attendant to pe~orm these underhoodchecks at each fie1fill.

Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and addthe proper oil if necessary. See Engine Oilin the Indexfor further details. Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL@ coolant mixture if necessary. Engine Coolant in See the Indexfor further details.

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At Least Twice a Year

Restraint System Check

Automatic Transaxle Check

Check the transaxle fluid level; addneeded. See if in Automatic Transaxle the Index.A fluid loss may if needed. indicate a problem. Check the system and repair

Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look any other loose or damaged At Least Once a Year for If safety belt system parts.. you see anything that might Key Lock Cylinders Service keep a safety belt system doing its job, have it from repaired. Have any torn frayed safety belts replaced. or Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified inPart D. Also lookfor any opened or broken air bag covers, and 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 those the hood, glove box for Pr a Inspect wiper blades wear or cracking. Replace blade door, console door and any folding seat hardware.t for D tells you what to use. More frequent lubricationmay worn or damaged or that streak or inserts that appear be required when exposed to a corrosive environment. miss areas of the windshield. Also see Wiper Blades, Cleaning in the Index.

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Starter Switch Check

m A CAUTION:
When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly.If it does, youor otherscould be injured. Follow the steps below.
1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see Parking Brake in the Index necessary) and the regular brake. if
NOTE: Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be un ready to t r off the engine immediatelyif it starts.

~2

Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI) Check (Automatic Transaxle)

1 1

,*

CAUTION:

When you are doing cnls check, the vehicle could move suddenly.If it does, youor others could be injured. Follow the steps below.
1. Before you start, be sure have enough room you around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface.

2. Firmly apply the parking brake (see Parking Brake in the Index if necessary).
NOTE: Be readyto apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move.

3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The starter should work onlyin PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).If the starter worksin any other position, your vehicle needs service.

3. With the engineoff, t r the key to the RUN position, un but dont start the engine. Without applying the regular brake, try to move theshift lever outof PARK (P) with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of PARK (P), your vehicles BTSI needs service.

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Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing set While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, the parking brake. the ignition keyto LOCK in each shift lever position. To check the parking brakes holding ability: With The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift NEUTRAL (N), the engine running and transaxle in lever is i PARK (P). n 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 and Automatic Transaxle PARK (P) 0 To check the PARK (P) mechanisms holding ability: N - -:hanism I3eck (P). With the engine running, shift to PARK Then release all brakes. I

Ignition Transaxle Lock Check

When youare doing this check, your vehicle could beginto move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there room in front your vehicle in case is of it begins to roll. Be ready to appIy the regular brake at once shouldthe vehicle beginto move.

Underbody Flushing Service At least every spring, use plain water to flush any corrosive materials from the underbody. Take to care clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris can collect.

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Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections

connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build-up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into 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 dealers 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 .rottle Linkage Inspection Proper procedures to perform these services may be 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 or needed. Replace any cables that have high effort Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle excessive wear.Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise Boot and Seal Inspection 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 Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and lines and hosesfor proper hook-up, binding, leaks, hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, cracks, chafing,etc. Clean and then inspect the drive chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads wear and rotors for axle boot sealsfor damage, tears or leakage. Replace for surface condition. Inspect other brake parts, seals if necessary. including calipers, parking brake, etc. may need to You Exhaust System Inspection if have your brakes inspected more often 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

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Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants

NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may obtained from your be GM dealer.

USAGE
Hydraulic Brake

system
Parking Brake Cable Guides

USAGE
Engine Oil

FLUIBLUBRICANT Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines Starburst symbol of the proper viscosity.To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicles engine, see Engine Oilin the Index.
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.

Engine Coolant

Automatic trans axle^

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USAGE
Key Lock Cylinders Supercharger

FLUIDLUBRICANT
Multi-Pu ose lubricant, % Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent). Supercharger Oil (GM Part No. 12345982). See Supercharger Oil in the Index. Chassis lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985 or equivalent) or of lubricant meeting requirements NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC-LB. GM Optikleen@ Washer Solvent (GM Part No. 1051515) or equivalent.

USAGE

FLUIDLUBRICANT

Hood Latch Lubriplate lubricant aerosol (GM Part No. 12346293 or equivalent) Assembly, Pivots, Spring or lubricant meeting requirements Anchor and of NLGI # 2, Category LB or Release Pawl GC-LB. Hood and Door Hinges Weatherstrip Conditioning Multi-puoselubricant, % Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent). Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579 or equivalent).

Chassis Lubrication

Windshield Washer Solvent

See Replacement Parts the Indexfor recommended in replacement filters and spark plugs.

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Part E: Maintenance Record

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

Maintenance Record
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ODOMETER SERVICED READING DATE

BY

MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

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Maintenance Record
DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

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Maintenance Record
ODOMETER READING DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

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Section 8 Customer Assistance Information

Here you will find out how contact Buickif you need assistance. to This section also tells you how obtain service to publications and how to report any safety defects.
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Customer Satisfaction Procedure Customer Assistancefor Text Telephone (TTY) Users Roadside Assistance Canadian Roadside Assistance Courtesy Transportation GM Participation in an Alternative Dispute Resolution Program

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Warranty Information Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government Reporting Safety Defects General to Motors Ordering Service Owner and Publications in Canada

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STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, contact the Buick Customer Relations Center calling by 1-800-521-7300. In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre Oshawa by calling in 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). For help outside ofthe United States and Canada, call the following numbers as appropriate: In Mexico: (525) 625-3256 In Puerto Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) or 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish)

In the U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800-496-9994 In the Dominican Republic: 1-800-751-4135 (English) or 1-800-751-4136 (Spanish)
,

In the Bahamas: 1-800-389-0009

In Bermuda, Barbados, Antigua and the British Virgin Islands:1- 800-534-0 122 In all other Caribbean countries: (809) 763-1315 In other overseas locations, callGM International Product Center in Canada at (905) 644-4112.

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i For prompt assistance, please have the following

information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative:
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Your name, address, home and busi__ ss telephone numbers VehicleIdentificationNumber(Thisisavailable fromthevehicleregistrationortitle,ortheplateat the top left the instrument panel and visible of through the windshield.)

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Dealershipnameandlocation Vehicle delivery date and present mileage Nature of concern

We encourage you tocall us so we can give your inquiry if prompt attention. However, 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, OntarioL1H 8P7

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Roadside Assistance

Our commitment to Buick owners has always included superior service through our network3,000 Buick of dealers. Buick Premium Roadside Assistance provides 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 24 to work with Buick owners, hours a day, 365 days a year, including weekends and holidays.

For detailson Buick Premium Roadside Assistance, please consult your Buick Premium Roadside Assistanc owner booklet included with your owners manual. For needed assistance,call the Buick Premium Roadside Assistance toll-free hotline: 1-800-252-1 112. Buick Motor Division is proud to offer Buick Premium Vehicles purchasedin Canada have an extensive Roadside Assistance to customers vehicles covered for Roadside Assistance program accessible from anywhere 000 under the 3 year/36,000 mile (60 km) new car in Canada orthe United States. Please refer to the warranty (whichever occurs first). separate brochure provided by dealer or call the 1-800-268-6800 for emergency services.

Canadian Roadside Assistance

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Courtesy Transportation
To Buick Motor Division, Quality Means Service and -service means keeping you on the road. Included with your Buick new car warranty (3 years/36,000 miles (60 000 km), whichever occurs first), is Courtesy Transportation, a program which will provide Buick retail customers with: Reimbursement toward a loaner vehicle, courtesy of Buick Motor Division,for up tofive days for vehicles requiring overnight warranty repairs. Also, reimbursement up to$30 a day(five days maximum) may be available the costof a rentalcar, bus or for even a cab. a A free one-way shuttle ride up to miles (16k ) 10 m from the dealership is available customers whose for vehicles require same-day warranty repairs.

Courtesy Transportation is Buicks way extending the of Premium Service youve come to expect from Buick and its 3,000 dealers. Please review the Courtesy Transportation glovebox card containedin your vehicle, or consult your Buick dealer details. for Some state insurance regulations make it impractical to rent vehicles to people under years of age. If you are 21 under 21 and have difficulty renting a vehicle, Buick will reimburse you to $3O/day, for any documented up transportation you receive. Please consult your dealer for details. For warranty repairs during Complete Vehicle the Coverage period in New Vehicle Limited Warranty, the interim transportation may be available under the Courtesy Transportation program. Please consult your dealer for details. The Courtesy Transportation program is available onlyin the United States and Canada.

In Canada, please consult your GM dealer for information on Courtesy Transportation.

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GM Participation in an Alternative Dispute Resolution Program

This program is available all 50 states and the District in of Columbia. Canadian owners refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for information on the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP). General Motors reserves right to the change eligibility limitations and/or to discontinue its participation in this program.

BBB AUTO LZNE is an out-of-court program administered by the Better Business Bureau system to settle automotive disputes. This program available is free of charge to customers who currently own lease a or GM vehicle. If you are not satisfied after following the Customer Satisfaction Procedure, you may contact BBB using the the toll-free telephone number, or write them at the following address: BBB AUTO LINE Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc. 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington, VA 22203-1804 Telephone: 1-800-955-5100

are Both Buick and your Buick dealer committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. Our experience has shown that, if a situation arises where you your concern feel has not been adequately addressed, Customer the Satisfaction Procedure described earlier this in section is very successful.
There may be instances where impartial third party an can assist in arriving at a solution to a disagreement regarding vehiclerepairs or interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. To assist in resolving these disagreements, Buick voluntarily participates BBB in AUTO LINE.

To file a claim, you will be asked to provide your name (VIN) and address, your Vehicle Identification Number and a statement the nature of your complaint. of Eligibility is limited by vehicle age and mileage, and other factors.

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We prefer you utilize the Customer Satisfaction REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS Procedure before you resort AUTO LINE, but you to may contact the BBB at any time. The BBB will attemptTO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT to resolve the complaint serving as an intermediary. If this mediationis unsuccessful, an informal hearing will If you believe that your vehicle has a defect could which 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 accept or reject. you accept the decision, GM will be If bound by that decision. The entire dispute resolution procedure should ordinarily take about 40 days from the time youfile a claim until a decision is made.
in Safety Administration (NHTSA), addition to notifying General Motors.

If NHTSA receives similar complaints, may open an it investigation, andif it finds that a safety defect exists in a groupof 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 General Motors. or in the courts. For further information, contact the BBB at 1-800-955-5100 or the Buick Customer To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Assistance Center at 1-800-955-7300. Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 the in

Warranty Information
Your vehicle comes with a separate warranty booklet that contains detailed warranty information.

Washington, D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation Washington, D.C. 20590
You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.

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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT

If you live in Canada, and you believe that vehicle your has a safety defect, you should immediately notify Transport Canada,in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited. You may write to: Transport Canada Box 8880 Ottawa, OntarioK 1G 3J2

In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). Or, write: General Motorsof Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7

Ordering Service and Owner Publications in Canada

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS

In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope youll 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

Service manuals, service bulletins, owners manuals and other service literature are available for purchase for all current and past model General Motors vehicles.

The toll-free telephone number for ordering information in Canada is 1-800-668-5539.

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1997 BUCK SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION

The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling o the Service Publication Order Form in book and mailingit in with your check, money order, this or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.)
CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR1997 BUCK
SERVICE MANUALS OWNERS INFORMATION Service Manuals have diagnosis and repair information Owner publications are written directly for Owners and the intended to provide basic operational information about the on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, vehicle. The owners manual include the Maintenance will electrical, steering, body, etc. Schedule for all models. RETAIL SELL PRICE:$90.00
In-Portfolio: Includesa Portfolio, Owners Manual and TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE Warranty Booklet. UNIT REPAIR MANUAL RETAIL SELL PRICE: $15.00 This manual providesinformation on unit repair service procedures, adjustments and specificationsfor the Without Portfolio: Owners Manual only. 1997 GMtransmissions,transaxlesandtransfercases.RETAILSELLPRICE: $10.00 RETAIL SELL PRICE:$40.00 CURRENT & PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS SERVICE BULLETINS Service Publications are available current and past for 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 assist the in diagnosis and service your vehicle. of

(NOTE: For Credit Card Holders On&)

ORDER TOLL FREE

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Orders willbe mailed within 1 Omdays of receipt. Please allow ade uate postal time for service. If further mformatlon IS needed, write to the address s own below or call 1-800-782-4356. Material cannotreturned for credit without packing be slip with return informatlon w!thin 30 days of dellvery. On returns, a re-stocking fee may be applied aaalnst the orlama1 order.

GM-BUI-ORD97

o ligation. Allow ample time for delivery.)

'rrices aresubject to changewithoutnoticeandwithoutincurring

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Section 9 Index
Accessory Power outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-62 AirBag ....................................... 1-21 How Does it Restrain .......................... 1-25 1-23 How it Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Location .................................... 1-23 1.22.2.7 1 Readiness Light ......................... Servicing ................................... 1-26 1-24 What Makes it Inflate .......................... What Will You See After it Inflates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25 When Should it Inflate ......................... 1-24 6-16 Aircleaner .................................... 3-5 Airconditioning ................................ Air Conditioning Refrigerants ..................... 6-72 Air Control, Climate Control System. . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3, 3-4 Alarrn, Universal Theft-Deterrent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16 6-48 Alignment and Balance, Tire ...................... 6-56 Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning ...................... Antenna,Power ................................ 3-21 Antifreeze ..................................... 6-21 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-73, 4-7 Brakes ...................................... 4-6 3- 15 Anti-Theft, Radio .............................. 6-51 Appearancecare ............................... 6-59 Appearance Care Materials ....................... Arbitration Program .............................. 8-7 Ashtrays ...................................... 2-61 2-62 Astroroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Audio Controls. Steering Wheel Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18 Audio Equipment. Adding ........................ 3-19 3-10 Audio Systems ................................. Automatic Dimming Outside Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . 2-54 6-18 AutomaticTransaxle ............................ 7-40 Check ...................................... Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-18 2-24 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ParkMechanismCheck ........................ 7-42 Back-up Lamp Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . 6.39.6.41 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-31 5-3 Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Replacement. Remote Keyless Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12 2-49 Rundown Protection ........................... 2-71 WamingLight ............................... 5-3 Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7 BBBAutoLine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.73.6.74 Belt. Engine Accessory ..................... Better Business Bureau Mediation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7 4-28 Blizzard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Climate Control System ........................... 3-2 ......................... 3-9 Steering Wheel Control 3-10 Clock. Setting the . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Comfort Controls ................................ 3-2 PassengerZone ............................... 3-9 Steering Wheel Control ......................... 3-9 3-20 Compact Disc Care ............................. Compact Disc Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14 Compact Disc Storage ........................... 2-60 5-34 Compact Spare Tire ............................. 2-59 Console Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6 Control of a Vehicle .............................. Convenience Net ............................... 2-60 2-55 Convex Outside Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-21 2-22 Heater.Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RecoveryTank ............................... 5-18 5-16 CoolingSystem ................................. 2-46 Cornering Lamps ............................... 2-47 Courtesy Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Courtesy Transportation ........................... 8-6 Cruise Control ................................. 2-39 2-59 Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Users . . . . . . . . . 8-4 Customer Assistance Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8- 1 8-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure .................... Damage, Finish ............................... Damage, Sheet Metal ............................ Daytime Running Lamps ......................... DeadBattery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Defects,ReportingSafety ......................... 6-57 6-57 2-45 5-3 8-8

Defensive Driving ............................... 4-2 Defogger. Rear Window .......................... 3-8 Defogging ..................................... 3-7 Defrosting ..................................... 3-7 Delayed Entry Lighting .......................... 2-47 ........................... 2-47' Delayed Lighting Exit DelayedLocking ............................... 2-12 Dimensions.Vehicle ............................ 6-72 Door 2-79 AjarLight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AjarReminder ................................ 2-5 2-5 Central Unlocking System ....................... 2-4 Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Locks. Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12 2-5 MemoryLocks ................................ 1-13 DriverPosition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Driving 4-20 City . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 Defensive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Drunken . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 Freeway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-21 InaBlizzard ................................. 4-28 4-17 IntheRain .................................. 4-15 Night . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OnCurves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10 On Grades While Towing a Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-38 4-23' On Hill and Mountain Roads .................... On Snow and Ice ............................. 4-26 4-19 Throughwater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . WetRoads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17 4-25 Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-36 WithaTrailer ................................

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Halogen Bulbs ................................ 6-33 Hazard Warning Flashers .......................... 5-2 HeadRestraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5 Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-44 6-36 Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-33 BulbReplacement ............................ High/Low Beam Changer ...................... 2-37 6-61 Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hearing Impaired. Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4 1-4 Heatedseats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5 Heating ........................................ 2-37 High-Beam Headlamps .......................... 4-23 Highway Hypnosis .............................. 4-23 HillandMountainRoads ......................... Hitches. Trailer ................................. 4-35 Hood 6-8 Checking Things Under ......................... Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9 2-34 Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hydroplaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4- 19 2- 19 Ignition Key Positions .......................... Ignition Transaxle Lock Check .................... 7-42 2-47 Illuminated Entry ............................... Inflation. Tire .................................. 6-44 Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-50 7-43 Inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-43 Brakesystem ................................ ExhaustSystems ............................. 7-43 Front-Wheel-Drive Axle Boot and Seal . . . . . . . . . . . 7-43 7-43 Radiator and Heater Hose ...................... 7-43 Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7-43 Suspension .................................. ThrottleLinkage .............................. 7-43 InstrumentPanel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-66 Brightness Control ............................ 2-46 6-53 Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-68 6-62 Fuse Block .................................. Interior Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-46 BulbReplacement ............................ 6-42 Jack.Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jump Starting ................................... K e y Lock Cylinders Service ..................... Key Reminder Warning .......................... Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-26 5-3 7-40 2-15 2-2

Labels 4-30 Certification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-60 Service Parts Identification ..................... 4-30 Tire-Loading Information ...................... Vehicle Identification Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-60 Lamp. Trunk ................................... 2-49 Lamps ........................................ 2-44 2-46 Cornering .................................... 2-47 Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . InstrumentPanel ............................. 2-46 2-46 Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-44 OnReminder ................................ 1-6 Latches. Seatback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Leaving Your Vehicle ............................. 2-7 Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running . . . . . . . 2-30 2-62 License Plate Holder ............................ Light Sensor. Twilight Sentinel .................... 2-46 2-61 Lighter ....................................... Lights Air Bag Readiness ....................... 1-22. 2-71 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning. . . . . . . . . . . . 2.73.4.7 2-71 Battery Warning .............................. Brake System Warning ......................... 2-72 2-79 CheckOil ................................... 2-79 Door Ajar ................................... Engine Coolant Temperature Warning. . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-74 2-46 Interior ..................................... Low Coolant Warning ......................... 2-75 LowFuel ................................... 2-80 2-78 Oilpressure ................................. 1.7.2.70 Safety Belt Reminder ...................... Service Engine Soon .......................... 2-76 Traction Control System Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.73.4.9 Loading YourVehicle ........................... 4-30 Locks ......................................... 2-4 2-4 Door ........................................ 2- 12 Door. Delayed Locking ........................ Ignition Transaxle Lock Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-42 7-40 Key Lock Cylinder Service ..................... Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7 Memory Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 2-5 PowerDoor .................................. T r ~ n k...................................... 2-14 Low Coolant Warning Light ...................... 2-75 LowFuelLight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-80

Lubricants and Fluids ............................ Lubrication Service. Body ........................ LumbarControls ................................

7-44 7-40 1-2

................................ 4-10 Magnasteer Maintenance. Normal Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-72 MaintenanceRecord ............................ 7-46 Maintenance Schedule ............................ 7-1 Long Trip/Highway Definition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6 7-6 Long TripMighway Intervals ..................... 7-39 Owner Checks and Services..................... Periodic Maintenance Inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-43 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-44 Short Trip/City Definition ....................... 7-5 7-5 Short Trip/City Intervals ........................ 6-58 Maintenance. Underbody ......................... Maintenance When Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-38 2-76 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...................... Memory DoorLocks ................................... 2-5 1-3. 2-11 Seats and Mirrors ......................... Mirrors ....................................... 2-50 Automatic Dimming Outside Rearview. . . . . . . . . . . . 2-54 2-55 Convex Outside .............................. Electrochromic Daymight Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-50 Inside Daymight Rearview ..................... 2-50 Memory ................................ 1-3.2-11 Parallel Park Assist ........................... 2-54 2-54 Power Remote Control ......................... VisorVanity ................................. 2-61 Withcompass ............................... 2-51 4-23 MountainRoads ................................ 2-35 Multifunction Lever .............................

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Rear 1-28 Outside Seat Position .......................... 1-32 Safety Belt Comfort Guides ..................... SeatPassengers .............................. 1-28 Towing ..................................... 5-12 3-8 Window Defogger ............................. Rear Turn Signal Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . 6.39.6.41 Rearview Mirror Electrochromic Daymight ...................... 2-50 2-50 Inside Daymight ............................. 2-51 WithCompass ............................... 1-4 Reclining Front Seatbacks ......................... Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-44 5-18 Recovery Tank. Coolant .......................... Refrigerants. Air Conditioning .................... 6-72 Remote 6-7 Fuel Door Release ............................. 2-7 Keyless Entry ................................. 2- 14 Trunk Release ................................ 2- 15 Trunk Release Lockout ........................ Removing the Rear Seat Cushion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-67 Replacement 6-69 Bulbs ...................................... Parts ....................................... 6-72 6-49 Wheel ...................................... 1-48 Replacing Safety Belts ........................... 8-8 Reporting Safety Defects .......................... Restraints 1-47 Checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-36 Child ....................................... 1-5 Head ........................................

Replacing Parts After a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-48 System Check........................ :. . . . . . . 7-40 Retained Accessory Power ........................ 2-20 Right Front Passenger Position .................... 1-21 Roadside Assistance .............................. 8-5 8-5 Roadside Assistance. Canadian ..................... Rocking Your Vehicle ........................... 5-35 Rotation.Tires ................................. 6-45 1-6 Safety Belts ................................... Adults ...................................... 1-12 Care ....................................... 6-54 1-27 Center Passenger Position ...................... Children .................................... 1-34 1-13 DriverPosition ............................... Extender .................................... 1-47 1-12 How to Wear Properly ......................... 1-16, 1-45, 1-46 IncorrectUsage .................... Lap Belt .................................... 1-27 1-13, 1-28 Lap-Shoulder ........................... LargerChildren .............................. 1-44 Passenger Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21, 1-27, 1-28 Questions and Answers ........................ 1-11 Rear Comfort Guides .......................... 1-32 Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-28 Rear Seat Passengers .......................... 1-28 1-7, 2-70 ReminderLight .......................... Replacing After a Crash. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-48 fight Front Passenger Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21 Shoulder Belt Tightness Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14 . Smaller Children and Babies .................... 1-34 Use During Pregnancy ......................... 1-20 WhyTheyWork ............................... 1-8

Safety Chains .................................. 4-36 Safety Defects. Reporting ......................... 8-8 ... Safety Warnings and Symbols ...................... vlu Scheduled Maintenance Services .................... 7-4 Seat Cushion. Removingthe Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-67 Seatback 1-6 Latches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PowerRecliner ................................ 1-4 RecliningFront ............................... 1-4 Seats 1-2 Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Lumbar Control ............................... Memory ................................ 1-3. 2-11 1-2 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1. 1 Restraint Systems .............................. 1-38.1.40. 1-41 Securing a Child Restraint. . . . . . . . . . . . SecurityFeedback . . . . . . . . d . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18 SecuritySystem,PASS-Key Service ........................................ 6-2 8-9 Bulletins, Ordering ............................. Engine Soon Light ............................ 2-76 8-9 Manuals, Ordering ............................. 6-60 Parts Identification Label ....................... Publications, Ordering .......................... 8-9 6-2 Work, Doing Your Own ......................... 6-1 Service and Appearance Care ...................... 8-9 Service and Owner Publications .................... 8-9 Service Publications .............................. Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Buick . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-26 6-57 Sheet Metal Damage ............................

Shifting Intopark(') . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-28 Out of Park (P) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-31 Shoulder Belt Tightness Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14 2-36 SignalingTurns ................................ 4-14 Skidding ...................................... Sound Equipment. Adding ........................ 3-19 Spare Tire. Compact ............................. 5-34 6-54 Speaker Covers. Cleaning ........................ Specifications and Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.70.6.71 6-72 Specifications. Engine ........................... Speech Impaired. Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4 2-69 Speedometer ................................... 1-21 SRS .......................................... 6-52 Stains, Cleaning ................................ 7-41 Starter Switch Check ............................ 2-21 Starting Your Engine ............................ Steam ........................................ 5-14 4-10 Steering ...................................... In Emergencies ............................... 4-11 4-10 Magnasteer ................................ 4-10 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10 2-35 Wheel, Tilt .................................. Steering WheelTouch Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9, 3-18 2-55 Storage Compartments ........................... Storage, Vehicle ................................ 6-32 Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-35 2-61 SunVisors .................................... 2-62 Sunroof (Astroroof) ............................. 6-10 Supercharged Engine ............................ 6-17 SuperchargerOil ...............................

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TrUnk 2-14 Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Release Lockout. Remote ...................... 2- 15 2-14 Release. Remote .............................. Security Override ............................. 2-15 TTYUsers ..................................... 8-4 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-36 2-36 Turn Signal Reminder ........................... Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-35 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-37 Tkilight Sentinel ............................... 2-46 7-42 Underbody Flushing Service ..................... 6-58 UnderbodyMaintenance ......................... Universal Theft-Deterrent System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2- 16 2-63 Universal Transmitter ............................ Vehicle 4-6 Control ...................................... ix Damagewarnings .............................. Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-72 6-60 Identification Number ......................... 4-30 Loading .................................... 6-3 2 Storage ..................................... 3-6 Ventilation System ............................... Visor Vanity Mirrors. Illuminated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-61 2-61 Visors. Sun ....................................

w a r n i n g Devices ............................... 5-3 Warning Lights. Gages and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-70 Warranty Information ............................. 8-8 Washer Fluid. Windshield ....................... i 6-26 6-55 Washing Your Vehicle ........................... 6-55 Weatherstrips .................................. Wheel Alignment .................................. 6-48 5.31.6.70.6.71 Nut Torque ........................ Replacement ................................. 6-49 5-26 Wrench ..................................... 2-34 Windows ..................................... Express-Down ............................... 2-34 2-34 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . WindshieldWasher ............................. 2-38 Fluid .................................. 2.38. 6.26 Fluid Level Check ............................ 7-39 WindshieldWiper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-37 Bladecheck ................................. 7-40 6.42. 6.72 BladeReplacement ...................... 2.38.6.55 Cleaning the Blade ....................... 6-61 Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-25 Winter Driving ................................. 2.38.6.55 Wiper Blades. Cleaning ..................... 6-61 Wiring.Headlamp .............................. 5-8 WreckerTowing ................................. Wrench. Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-26

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Service Station Checkpoints

REMOTE BAlTERY TERMINAL P5-4

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WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID P6-26

TIRES P6-43

ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK

SECONDARY HOOD RELEASE P6-9

ENGINE COOLANT RECOVERY TANK P6-23

I HOOD RELEASE P6-9

'FUEL DOOR
P6-6

FUEL DOOR RELEASE TAB P6-7

REMOTE TRUNK AND FUEL DOOR RELEASE P2-14 AND 6-7

For detailedinfomation, refer tothe page number listed,or see the Index the back of the owner's manual. in

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