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Section 5

Problems on the Road

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

Hazard Warning Flashers

Other Warning Devices

Jump Starting

Towing Your Vehicle

Engine Overheating

Cooling System

If a Tire Goes Flat

Changing a Flat Tire

Compact Spare Tire

If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow

Summary of Contents for 1999 Regal

Page 1: ...rent conditions 5 1 Problems on the Road This section tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving such as a flat tire or overheated engine etc 6 1 Service and Appearance Care Here the man...

Page 2: ...r it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the new ow...

Page 3: ...he manual and the page number where you ll find it Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that co...

Page 4: ...something that can damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage When you rea...

Page 5: ...ymbols have to do with your lamps MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH TURN SIGNALS PARKING LAMPS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS FOG LAMPS These symbols are on some of your controls WINDSHIELD WIPER W...

Page 6: ...yellowblue vi NOTES...

Page 7: ...re Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 11 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 12 Driver Position 1 19 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 20 Right Front Passenger Positio...

Page 8: ...ver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving 2...

Page 9: ...n the left side of the driver s seat cushion The passenger s switch is located on the right side of the passenger s seat cushion To move the seat forward or rearward push the switch forward or rearwar...

Page 10: ...at a higher temperature To turn this feature off return the switch to its center position The button directly in the middle of the heated seat switches is used for traction control see Full Range Tra...

Page 11: ...ash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones...

Page 12: ...e seriously injured or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extre...

Page 13: ...that even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or...

Page 14: ...yellowblue 1 8 Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop...

Page 15: ...yellowblue 1 9 The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel...

Page 16: ...belt even if you re upside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has air bags why shou...

Page 17: ...greatest number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Safety belts are for everyone How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult...

Page 18: ...or 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 Don t let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull...

Page 19: ...houlder belt The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under...

Page 20: ...height adjuster to the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without squeezi...

Page 21: ...belt is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase...

Page 22: ...ION You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This coul...

Page 23: ...u can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would appl...

Page 24: ...is twisted across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight...

Page 25: ...oor on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously...

Page 26: ...belt except for one thing If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the way an...

Page 27: ...llover rear side or low speed frontal crashes And for unrestrained occupants Next Generation air bags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful air bags have provided in the pa...

Page 28: ...tem is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see the part of this manua...

Page 29: ...lue 1 23 How the Air Bag System Works Where are the air bags The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger...

Page 30: ...an air bag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were Inflation is determined by the angle of the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows...

Page 31: ...oblems but can t get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or door In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag windshields are broken by vehicle d...

Page 32: ...urchase a service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index CAUTION For up to 10 seconds after the ignition key is turned off and the battery is disconnected an air bag can still inflate...

Page 33: ...1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly t...

Page 34: ...he belt as you pull up on the shoulder part The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d...

Page 35: ...an 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 To unlatch the belt just p...

Page 36: ...pulls the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints...

Page 37: ...The elastic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The...

Page 38: ...ses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out from the guides Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip and then slide th...

Page 39: ...the belt To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough see...

Page 40: ...ined while in a vehicle Smaller Children and Babies CAUTION Children who are up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed This is true even though your v...

Page 41: ...ild small enough for one is always properly restrained in a child or infant restraint Infants need complete support including support for the head and neck This is necessary because an infant s neck i...

Page 42: ...l a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can t hold it For example in a crash CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240...

Page 43: ...s When selecting a child restraint take into consideration not only the child s weight and size but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used...

Page 44: ...estraints are designed for infants of up to about 20 lbs 9 kg and about one year of age This type of restraint faces the rear so that the infant s head neck and body can have the support they need in...

Page 45: ...hese forward facing restraints are designed to help protect children who are from 20 to 40 lbs 9 to 18 kg and about 26 to 40 inches 66 to 102 cm in height or up to around four years of age One type a...

Page 46: ...o 27 kg or even up to 36 kg and about four to eight years of age A booster seat is designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Booster seats with shields use lap only belts however...

Page 47: ...rather than the front seat We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint in the rear seat Never put a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seat Here s why CA...

Page 48: ...If you need to have an anchor installed your dealer can obtain a kit with anchor hardware and installation instructions specifically designed for this vehicle The dealer can then install the anchor f...

Page 49: ...tructions say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructi...

Page 50: ...feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the...

Page 51: ...ll be using the lap belt Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say See the earlier part about the t...

Page 52: ...may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the chil...

Page 53: ...houlder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when...

Page 54: ...uckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retrac...

Page 55: ...se your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle...

Page 56: ...dow so the child can wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat But...

Page 57: ...belt is very close to the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s uppe...

Page 58: ...belt in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits...

Page 59: ...that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed g...

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Page 61: ...Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 22 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 27 Parking Brake 2 28 Shifting Into PARK P 2 30 Shifting Out of PARK P 2 32 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 33 Engine Exhaust 2 33 Runn...

Page 62: ...a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move...

Page 63: ...a new ignition or door key contact your dealer who can obtain the correct key code or in an emergency call Buick Premium Roadside Assistance at 1 800 252 1112 In Canada call 1 800 268 6800 NOTICE You...

Page 64: ...This may not be so obvious You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren t locked Wear safety belts properly lock your doors and you will be far better off wh...

Page 65: ...of PARK P no automatic door unlock Automatic door relock when any door is unlocked opened and then all doors are again closed while the vehicle is not in PARK P or NEUTRAL N and the driver s foot is...

Page 66: ...During this procedure the automatic door lock and unlock functions will operate as defined by each mode above providing the driver with feedback of the current operating mode If cycled beyond Mode 4...

Page 67: ...he key is in the ignition and any door is open Remember this feature can t guarantee that you ll never be locked out of your vehicle If you use the manual door lock or if you don t leave the key in th...

Page 68: ...ons that follow D Check the distance You may be too far from your vehicle You may need to stand closer during rainy or snowy weather D Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the...

Page 69: ...ition must be off for this feature to work You may select one of four operating modes for reception of a lock command You may also select one of four operating modes for reception of an unlock command...

Page 70: ...customization mode the feature will sound the number of chimes corresponding to the current unlock mode Each additional press of the RKE transmitter unlock button will cause your vehicle to advance th...

Page 71: ...conds During this five second period any door may be reopened at which time the three possible actions shown above are again available You may also customize your vehicle to activate the Delayed Locki...

Page 72: ...ransmitter is lost or 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...

Page 73: ...the transmitter See Resynchronization following 5 Resynchronize and then test the transmitter Resynchronization Resynchronization may be necessary due to the security method used by this remote keyles...

Page 74: ...m all the way See Engine Exhaust in the Index Trunk Lock To unlock the trunk from the outside insert the door key and turn it You can also press the car symbol on your remote keyless entry transmitter...

Page 75: ...or key and remote keyless entry transmitter with you PASS KeyR II Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS Key II Personalized Automotive Security System theft deterrent system PASS Key II is a passive...

Page 76: ...dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS Key II If you accidentally use a key that has a damaged or missing resistor pellet the starter won t work The SECURITY light will then come on But you do...

Page 77: ...rake linings aren t yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings D Don t tow a trail...

Page 78: ...heel It doesn t lock the steering wheel Use OFF if you must have your vehicle pushed or towed RUN D This position is where the key returns after you start your vehicle With the engine off you can use...

Page 79: ...e Shift Lock Release in the Index 1 Without pushing the accelerator pedal turn your ignition key to START When the engine starts let go of the key The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm...

Page 80: ...ngine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Before adding electrical equipment check with you...

Page 81: ...jured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine...

Page 82: ...have a shift lever on the console between the seats The above graphic is also displayed on your instrument panel cluster Maximum engine speed is limited on automatic transaxle vehicles when you re in...

Page 83: ...Index If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index Make sure the shift lever is fully in PARK P before starting the engine Your vehicle has a Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock BTSI You...

Page 84: ...L N with the engine racing isn t covered by your warranty AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE B This position is for normal driving If you need more power for passing and you re D Going less than 35 mph 55 km h push...

Page 85: ...riving in non highway scenarios i e city streets etc SECOND 2 This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy You can use SECOND 2 on hills It can help control your speed as you go down stee...

Page 86: ...xle Also if you stop when going uphill don t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal This could overheat and damage the transaxle Use your brakes or shift into PARK P to hold your vehi...

Page 87: ...down with your right foot and push the parking brake pedal with your left foot When you lift your left foot the parking brake pedal will follow it to the released position A warning chime will sound...

Page 88: ...you re on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake with y...

Page 89: ...ve the shift lever out of PARK P without first pushing the button If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift...

Page 90: ...ou can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in RUN See Automatic Transaxle Operation in the Index If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever by pushing it all the way into PA...

Page 91: ...ltage there are two override access slots that will allow you to override the park lock system The first slot is located underneath the steering column below the lock cylinder To use this slot 1 Verif...

Page 92: ...t a key or screwdriver into the access slot and press in and hold the shift lock release button 5 Press the shift knob button in and hold 6 Remove the key or screwdriver from the slot 7 Pull the shift...

Page 93: ...s coming into your vehicle D Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and D Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running Your Engine While You re Parked It s better not to park with t...

Page 94: ...the shift lever to PARK P Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won t move See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you are parking on a hill and if you re pulling a trailer also see Towing...

Page 95: ...on Press the other side of the LOCK button for normal window operation Horn Press anywhere near the horn symbols on your steering wheel pad to sound the horn TILT WHEELtAdjustable Steering Column A ti...

Page 96: ...e positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change To signal a turn move the lever all the way up or down When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically An arrow on the instrument...

Page 97: ...ver all the way toward you Then release it When the high beams are on this light on the instrument panel also will be on Flash to Pass Feature This feature lets you use your high beam headlamps to sig...

Page 98: ...o stop the wipers turn the band to OFF You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes This can be very useful in light rain or snow Turn the band to choose the delay time The clos...

Page 99: ...don t use your washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision The LOW WASH light on your instrument panel cluster will glow when...

Page 100: ...atically disengage See Full Range Traction Control System or Traction Control System in the Index When road conditions allow you to safely use it again you may turn the cruise control back on Setting...

Page 101: ...ntil you get up to the speed you want and then release the switch To increase your speed in very small amounts move the switch to R A for less than half a second and then release it Each time you do t...

Page 102: ...this to be too much trouble and don t use cruise control on steep hills Ending Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the cruise control D Step lightly on the brake pedal OR D Move the cruise s...

Page 103: ...it isn t covered The DRL system will make your front turn signal lamps come on when D the ignition is on D the headlamp switch is off and D the parking brake is released When the DRL are on only your...

Page 104: ...activate this feature under any conditions You can turn the feature on and off when you perform the following sequence with the doors closed and the ignition key in RUN 1 Press and hold the power doo...

Page 105: ...nterior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness Control You can brighten or dim the instrument panel lights by moving the LIGHTS dial If you turn the dial past MAX your courtesy or interior lamps will come...

Page 106: ...canceled and the interior lamps will remain on since a door is open Delayed Exit Lighting This feature illuminates your vehicle s interior for a period of time after the ignition key is removed from...

Page 107: ...f chimes corresponding to the current mode In Mode 1 one chime means the feature is disabled In Mode 2 two chimes signal that the perimeter lighting feature is enabled Each additional press will advan...

Page 108: ...our power windows audio system and sunroof will continue to work up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned to OFF and before any of the doors are opened Mirrors Adjust all the mirrors so you c...

Page 109: ...e mirrors can also be folded rearward manually This feature is particularly useful in automatic car washes and when maneuvering your vehicle in narrow spaces Automatic Dimming Heated Outside Rearview...

Page 110: ...rply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes Storage Compartments Glove Box Use the door key to lock and u...

Page 111: ...his feature you may access your trunk by pulling down the center back seat cushion this gives you access to the pass through door The door can only be unlocked using your door key Once this door is un...

Page 112: ...all black door lift up on the ashtray and pull it out The rear ashtray is located within a small door at the rear of the console Push on the right side of the door The ashtray will then rotate to the...

Page 113: ...Mirrors Open the cover to expose the vanity mirror If your vehicle has the optional lighted vanity mirrors the lamps come on when you open the cover Accessory Power Receptacle Your vehicle is equippe...

Page 114: ...h can be accessed to add aftermarket electrical equipment to your vehicle It is located on the passenger s side of the vehicle under the glove box and is labeled with a wire function and fuse rating F...

Page 115: ...of the switch a second time and the astroroof and sunshade will open by themselves This is the express open feature To close the astroroof push and hold the front of the switch until the sunroof motor...

Page 116: ...yellowblue 2 56 The Instrument Panel Your Information System A Lamp Controls B Instrument Cluster C Vents D Glove Box E Audio System F Climate Controls...

Page 117: ...States Version Shown Canadian Similar Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel is in your tank...

Page 118: ...yellowblue 2 58 Optional Cluster United States Version Shown Canadian Similar...

Page 119: ...driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer Your trip odometer tells how far you have driven since you last reset it To set it to zero press the but...

Page 120: ...nctions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of t...

Page 121: ...you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away The air bag readiness light should flash for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the...

Page 122: ...otice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is still on have the vehicle towed for service See Anti Lock Brake System Warning...

Page 123: ...y to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Traction Control System Warning Light 3800 Supercharged V6 Engine Only The traction contr...

Page 124: ...urn off and the warning light will come on D With Full Range Traction Control if there is a base brake problem the system will turn off and the light will come on If the traction control system warnin...

Page 125: ...riefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be there to tell you when the Traction Control System is active Engine Coolant Temperature Light...

Page 126: ...stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible The Problems on the Road section of this manual shows what to do See Engine Overheating in the Index Low Coolant Warning Light If the LOW...

Page 127: ...onitor System in the Index The LOW TIRE light also comes on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be there to tell you if the pressur...

Page 128: ...ns to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty This may also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection Maintenance test This light should come on as a c...

Page 129: ...function by considering the following Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle If so reinstall the fuel cap making sure to fully install the cap See Filling Your Tank in the Index The diagnostic sy...

Page 130: ...turn off have your dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have devel...

Page 131: ...fly have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem If the light stays on stop the vehicle on a level surface and turn the engine off Check the oil level using the engine oil dipsti...

Page 132: ...in the Index Security Light The SECURITY light will come on when you turn the key to START and stay on until the vehicle starts It will also flash if your ignition key is too dirty or wet for the PASS...

Page 133: ...light will come on if you have certain non emission related vehicle problems These problems may not be obvious and may affect vehicle performance or durability Consult a qualified dealership for neces...

Page 134: ...soon Here are four things that some owners ask about All these things are normal and do not indicate that anything is wrong with the fuel gage D At the gas station the pump shuts off before the gage...

Page 135: ...will come on and stay on and a chime will sound periodically until you add fuel It will also come on for a few seconds when you first turn on the ignition as a check to show you it s working If it doe...

Page 136: ...ire center lights up for just a few seconds Control Buttons The Driver Information Center has three buttons that control its functions E M RESET AND MODE The English Metric E M RESET and MODE buttons...

Page 137: ...herefore the reset button has no effect while in this mode OIL LIFE MONITOR Shows an estimate of the oil s remaining useful life When the oil life index is less than 10 the CHANGE OIL SOON light will...

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Page 139: ...Window Defogger 3 8 Ventilation System 3 9 Audio Systems 3 9 Setting the Clock 3 9 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control 3 13 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Di...

Page 140: ...e knob toward red clockwise for warmer air Turn it toward blue counterclockwise for cooler air Passenger s Temperature Lever The bottom lever adjusts the air temperature on the passenger s side indepe...

Page 141: ...setting unless the outside temperature is below 40_F 4_C Even when the compressor is running you can control the temperature FRONT This setting directs most of the air through the defroster and side w...

Page 142: ...and side windows To defrost the windows quickly use FRONT with the temperature knob all the way in the red area For maximum defroster performance set both driver and passenger temperature controls to...

Page 143: ...river s set temperature D The amber light indicates the same temperature as set for the driver D The red lights indicate a warmer temperature than that of the driver D The blue lights indicate a coole...

Page 144: ...irculates much of the air inside your vehicle This setting is not permitted in FRONT defrost mode and is only permitted in WINDSHIELD FLOOR mode if the compressor is turned on The indicator light will...

Page 145: ...ore turning off You can also turn it off by pressing the button again The picture above on the left refers to the defogger button that is found on a Dual ComforTemp Climate Control system the button o...

Page 146: ...ce Schedule or Passenger Compartment Air Filter in the Index Ventilation Tips D Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as leaves The heater and defroster will...

Page 147: ...d HRS until the correct hour appears Press and hold MIN until the correct minute appears You may set the clock with the ignition off if you press RECALL first and follow the same procedure described a...

Page 148: ...top for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press one of the SEEK buttons again to stop scanning The sound will mute while scanning PUSHBUTTONS The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to...

Page 149: ...Press it again after C 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...

Page 150: ...rected please contact your dealer If your radio displays an error number write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem PREV 1 Press this button to search for the previous sele...

Page 151: ...isplay the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player...

Page 152: ...ation stop for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press one of the SEEK arrows again to stop scanning The sound will mute while scanning PUSHBUTTONS The six numbered pushbuttons let you retu...

Page 153: ...ll 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 BAL Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn th...

Page 154: ...selection for NEXT to work The sound will mute while seeking The SEEK down and up arrows will also find the previous and next selections on the tape AA 3 Press this button to reverse the tape rapidly...

Page 155: ...comes out it could be that D E20 The disc is upside down D E20 It is dirty scratched or wet D E20 There s too much moisture in the air Wait about an hour and try again If any error occurs repeatedly...

Page 156: ...t in the player it will be pulled back in the player with the ignition on or off Theft Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCKR is designed to discourage theft of your radio It works by using a secret code to dis...

Page 157: ...dicator by the volume control will begin flashing when the ignition is turned off Unlocking the Theft Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss Enter your secret code as follows pause no more than 15 secon...

Page 158: ...lay will show indicating that the radio is no longer secured If the code entered is incorrect SEC will appear on the display The radio will remain secured until the correct code is entered When batter...

Page 159: ...Radio Reception AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range however can cause stations to interfere with each other AM can pick up noise from things l...

Page 160: ...mechanism Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants direct sunlight and extreme heat If they aren t they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player Yo...

Page 161: ...and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator The radio will display to show the indicator was reset Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time Always make...

Page 162: ...be covered by your warranty Because this antenna is built into your rear window there is a reduced risk of damage caused by car washes and vandals If you choose to add a cellular telephone to your ve...

Page 163: ...sts on the glass NOTICE Do not try to clear frost or other material from the inside of the rear window with a razor blade or anything else that is sharp This may damage the rear defogger grid and affe...

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Page 165: ...e Driving 4 2 Drunken Driving 4 6 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 12 Steering 4 14 Off Road Recovery 4 14 Passing 4 15 Loss of Control 4 17 Driving at Night 4 19 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4...

Page 166: ...fensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the d...

Page 167: ...obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How much is too much if the driver plans to drive It s a lot less than...

Page 168: ...n some other countries it s even lower The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course a...

Page 169: ...cohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that...

Page 170: ...bring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more...

Page 171: ...may get harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brak...

Page 172: ...wn If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer...

Page 173: ...is especially useful in slippery road conditions The system operates only if it senses that one or both of the front wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction When this happens the system work...

Page 174: ...m back on at any time by pressing the button again The traction control system warning light should go off Traction Control System 3800 V6 Engine Your vehicle is equipped with a Traction Control Syste...

Page 175: ...nditions you should always leave the Traction Control System on But you can turn the system off if you ever need to You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud ice or sn...

Page 176: ...icle to change its path when you turn the front wheels If there s no traction inertia will keep the vehicle going in the same direction If you ve ever tried to steer a vehicle on wet ice you ll unders...

Page 177: ...t sometimes you can t there isn t room That s the time for evasive action steering around the problem Your vehicle can perform very well in emergencies like these First apply your brakes See Braking i...

Page 178: ...ssing another vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgme...

Page 179: ...ce over your shoulder and check the blind spot D Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are far enough...

Page 180: ...e way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice g...

Page 181: ...ving D Drive defensively D Don t drink and drive D Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you D Since you can t see as well you may need to slow down and keep mor...

Page 182: ...to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who doesn t lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the approaching...

Page 183: ...t wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it har...

Page 184: ...your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water This can happen if...

Page 185: ...n the underbody of your vehicle If you can t avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Some Other Rainy Weather Tips D Besides slowing down allow some extra following distanc...

Page 186: ...e the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light Fr...

Page 187: ...lowing distance Expect to move slightly slower at night When you want to leave the freeway move to the proper lane well in advance If you miss your exit do not under any circumstances stop and back up...

Page 188: ...s Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of th...

Page 189: ...ere here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable D Keep your vehicle in good shape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transaxle These parts can...

Page 190: ...s have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill D Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transaxle and you...

Page 191: ...craper a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will...

Page 192: ...y 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 vehicle s stability wh...

Page 193: ...to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe D Turn on your hazard flashers D Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow D Put on extra clothing...

Page 194: ...ged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while Then shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve t...

Page 195: ...le Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry The Tire Loading Information label is inside the trunk lid The label tells you the proper size speed rating and recommended inf...

Page 196: ...t carry more than 167 lbs 75 kg in your trunk CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or either the maximum front or rear GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can...

Page 197: ...ll a trailer For example if the trailer is too heavy the brakes may not work well or even at all You and your passengers could be seriously injured You may also damage your vehicle the resulting repai...

Page 198: ...ay control You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls D Don t tow a trailer at all during the first 1 000 miles 1 600 km your new vehicle is driven Your engine axle or other parts could be damaged...

Page 199: ...carry in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle And if you tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Veh...

Page 200: ...ust can get into your vehicle see Carbon Monoxide in the Index Dirt and water can too Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under...

Page 201: ...king and sudden turns Passing You ll need more passing distance up ahead when you re towing a trailer And because you re a good deal longer you ll need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle bef...

Page 202: ...shift down you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well On a long uphill grade shift down and reduce your speed to around 45 mph 70 km h to reduce the pos...

Page 203: ...u re pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid don t overfill engine oil drive belt coolin...

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Page 205: ...lems that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 8 Towing Your Vehicle 5 9 Engine Overheating 5 11 Cooling System 5 20 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 21...

Page 206: ...to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in they even work if the key isn t in the ignition To turn off the...

Page 207: ...ty to burn you If you don t follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by yo...

Page 208: ...off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or accessory power outlet Turn off all lamps that aren t needed as well as radios This will avoid s...

Page 209: ...h near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery has enough water You don t nee...

Page 210: ...connect positive to negative or you ll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from movi...

Page 211: ...parts that move The electrical connection is just as good there but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less 11 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for...

Page 212: ...ia or fog lamp areas of the vehicle With current trends in automotive styles and design it is essential that the correct towing equipment is used to tow a vehicle Your vehicle can be towed with wheel...

Page 213: ...y even if you just open the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no si...

Page 214: ...he highest fan speed and open the window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE B or DRIVE D If you no longe...

Page 215: ...oling Fans B Radiator Pressure Cap C Coolant Recovery Tank CAUTION An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing...

Page 216: ...e NOTICE Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn t covered by your warranty CAUTION When adding coolant it is important that you use only DEX COOLR silicate free coolant If coolant...

Page 217: ...us Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wro...

Page 218: ...engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at the COLD mark start your vehicle If the overheat warning continues there s one more...

Page 219: ...dly They are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap is ho...

Page 220: ...radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means...

Page 221: ...l tube with cap attached counterclockwise and remove it B If you have the supercharged engine remove the nut in the center of the cover shield C Lift the engine cover shield at the front slide the cat...

Page 222: ...the proper DEX COOLR coolant mixture up to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mixture If you see a stream of coolant coming from...

Page 223: ...hole in the valve cover Install oil fill tube and cap by twisting clockwise D If you have the supercharged engine install the nut in the center of the cover shield 8 Then fill the coolant recovery tan...

Page 224: ...in your tires properly If air goes out of a tire it s much more likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever have a blowout here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire...

Page 225: ...d they could be badly injured Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine To be...

Page 226: ...Index for more information about the compact spare 1 The equipment you ll need is in the trunk Pull the carpeted mat up from the floor of the trunk Turn the center nut on the compact spare cover count...

Page 227: ...owblue 5 23 3 Turn the nut holding the jack counterclockwise and remove it Then remove the jack and wrench The tools you ll be using include the jack A extension and protection guide B and wheel wrenc...

Page 228: ...sure to use a wheel wrench to begin the process of loosening the plastic wheel nut caps They won t come off You will only be able to loosen them Once you have loosened the plastic nut caps with the wh...

Page 229: ...der a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising you...

Page 230: ...s 15 cm from the rear edge of the front wheel opening or just behind the two bolts as shown 4 For jacking at the vehicle s rear location put the jack lift head about 5 inches 13 cm from the front edge...

Page 231: ...and spare wheel 8 Install the spare tire CAUTION Rust or dirt on the wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause...

Page 232: ...me loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 9 Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hu...

Page 233: ...and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 100 lb ft 140 N m NOTICE Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tight...

Page 234: ...the flat tire in your trunk Use the following procedure to secure the flat tire in the trunk When storing a full size tire you must use the extension with the protector guide to help avoid wheel surf...

Page 235: ...the compact spare tire with a full size tire as soon as you can See Compact Spare Tire in the Index See the storage instructions label to replace your compact spare into your trunk properly Be sure t...

Page 236: ...ee Low Tire Inflation Monitor in the Index The system may not work correctly when the compact spare is installed on the vehicle Of course it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon...

Page 237: ...nsaxle back and forth you can destroy your transaxle For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains in the Index Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First turn your steering wh...

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Page 241: ...er 6 19 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 6 21 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 25 Engine Coolant 6 29 Power Steering Fluid 6 30 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 31 Brakes 6 35 Battery 6 36 Bulb Replacement 6 45 T...

Page 242: ...If you want to do some of your own service work you ll want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service...

Page 243: ...vehicle identification number VIN shows the code letter for your engine You will find the VIN at the top left of your instrument panel See Vehicle Identification Number in the Index If you have the 38...

Page 244: ...f such fuels are not available in states adopting California emissions standards your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performanc...

Page 245: ...methanol Don t use it It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage wouldn t be covered under your warranty Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan...

Page 246: ...your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from gasoline The tethered cap is behind a hinged door on the driver s side of your vehicle While refueling let the cap hang by the tether be...

Page 247: ...leaning the Outside of Your Vehicle in the Index When you put the cap back on turn it to the right clockwise until you hear a clicking sound Make sure you fully install the cap The diagnostic system c...

Page 248: ...Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete D Don t smoke while pumping gasoline Checkin...

Page 249: ...To open the hood first pull the handle inside the vehicle located just below the instrument panel and to the left of the steering column Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary...

Page 250: ...eld Washer Fluid Reservoir B Battery C Radiator Fill Cap D Remote Positive Battery Terminal E Engine Coolant Recovery Tank F Power Steering Fluid Reservoir G Engine Oil Dipstick H Engine Oil Fill Cap...

Page 251: ...Cap D Remote Positive Battery Terminal E Engine Coolant Recovery Tank F Power Steering Fluid Reservoir G Engine Oil Dipstick H Engine Oil Fill Cap I Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick J Brake Fluid R...

Page 252: ...iving conditions When this increased pressure or boost is not desired such as during idling and light throttle cruising the excess air that the supercharger is pumping is routed through a bypass All o...

Page 253: ...engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick might not show the actual level Checking Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a pape...

Page 254: ...ions in the Index NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged T...

Page 255: ...nstitute API Do not use any oil which does not carry this Starburst symbol If you change your own oil be sure you use oil that has the Starburst symbol on the front of the oil container If you have yo...

Page 256: ...low temperatures Engine Oil Additives Don t add anything to your oil Your dealer is ready to advise if you think something should be added When to Change Engine Oil Your vehicle has a computer that l...

Page 257: ...Did you know that used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Don t let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nail...

Page 258: ...filter if needed Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter...

Page 259: ...en the windshield wipers are in the up position 2 Raise the hood 3 Remove disconnect the windshield washer pump hose from the fender rail and air inlet grille 4 Reposition the hood weatherstrip from t...

Page 260: ...and Add Oil Check oil only when the engine is cold Allow the engine to cool two to three hours after running CAUTION If you remove the supercharger oil fill plug while the engine is hot pressure may c...

Page 261: ...or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter at 100 000 miles 166 000 km See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check B...

Page 262: ...200_F 82_C to 93_C Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles 24 km when outside temperatures are above 50_F 10_C If it s colder than 50_F 10_C you may have to drive longer Checking the Flui...

Page 263: ...he engine 1 Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 3 Check both sides of the dipstick and re...

Page 264: ...unnel add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level It doesn t take much fluid generally less than one pint 0 5 L Don t overfill NOTICE We recommend you use only fluid labeled...

Page 265: ...t system The thermostat stops the flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant reaches a preset temperature When you replace your thermostat an ACDelcoR thermostat is recommended Engine Cool...

Page 266: ...months whichever occurs first Damage caused by the use of coolant other than DEX COOLR is not covered by your new vehicle warranty What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean drinkable water and one h...

Page 267: ...a year have your dealer check your cooling system NOTICE If you use the proper coolant you don t have to add extra inhibitors or additives which claim to improve the system These can be harmful Check...

Page 268: ...adiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly With the coolant recovery tank you will almost never have to add coolant a...

Page 269: ...stem inspected and repaired How to Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment is cool wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clea...

Page 270: ...hoses and seals Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid be sure to read the manufacturer s instructions before use If you will be operating your vehicle in an area w...

Page 271: ...em Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid D Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it s very cold This allows for expansion if freezing occurs which could damage the tank...

Page 272: ...n t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You shoul...

Page 273: ...brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid NOTICE D Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example jus...

Page 274: ...riving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are neces...

Page 275: ...parts Battery Your new vehicle comes with an ACDelco FreedomR battery When it s time for a new battery we recommend an ACDelco Freedom battery Get one that has the replacement number shown on the orig...

Page 276: ...n contact your dealer service department Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read an...

Page 277: ...aim has been pre set at the factory and should need no further adjustment This is true even though your vertical and horizontal aim indicators may not fall exactly on the 0 zero marks on their scales...

Page 278: ...cargo or loading of the vehicle except it should have a full tank of fuel and one person or 160 lbs 75 kg on the driver s seat D Close all doors D Tires should be properly inflated D Rock the vehicle...

Page 279: ...the vertical aiming screw until the level bubble is lined up with zero Front Parking and Turn Signal Lamp 1 Remove the headlamp assembly Refer to the removal procedure earlier in this section 2 Remove...

Page 280: ...n the trunk 2 Reach through the access opening in the trunk 3 Remove the bulb by turning it one quarter of a turn counterclockwise 4 Place the new bulb into the bulb socket 5 Turn the bulb one quarter...

Page 281: ...he body of the vehicle 3 Squeeze the tab on the socket and turn the socket counterclockwise 4 Pull out the socket 5 Pull the bulb out of the socket There are two bulbs on each taillamp 6 Push in a new...

Page 282: ...may be required to remove them 3 Remove the applique from the trunk lid 4 Turn the sockets B counterclockwise 5 Pull the bulb out of the socket 6 Push in the new bulb 7 Replace the socket in the hous...

Page 283: ...plique Dome Lamp If Equipped 1 Grasp the front center and rear center positions of the dome lamp housing and squeeze together until the housing releases from the base plate A screwdriver may be necess...

Page 284: ...ttern The blades are more accessible for removal replacement while in this position 3 Pull the windshield wiper arm 3 to 4 inches 7 5 to 10 cm away from the windshield 4 While holding the wiper arm aw...

Page 285: ...ld have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index D Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check a...

Page 286: ...re overloading D Bad wear D Bad handling D Bad fuel economy NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get the following D Unusual wear D Bad handling D Ro...

Page 287: ...n monitor system detects differences in tire rotation speeds that are caused by changes in tire pressure The system can alert you about a low tire but it doesn t replace normal tire maintenance See Ti...

Page 288: ...40 mph 25 to 65 km h 40 to 65 mph 65 to 105 km h and above 65 mph 105 km h When learning is complete the system will alert you after 2 8 minutes if a tire is 12 psi 83 kPa different from the other thr...

Page 289: ...properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque in the Index CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and...

Page 290: ...e or location of the damage Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the Tire Loading Information label The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire...

Page 291: ...th the wheels on your vehicle Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades ti...

Page 292: ...gned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades a...

Page 293: ...ir replace it except some aluminum wheels which can sometimes be repaired See your dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have t...

Page 294: ...ar it s been driven It could fail suddenly and cause an accident If you have to replace a wheel use a new GM original equipment wheel Tire Chains NOTICE If your vehicle has P225 60R16 size tires don t...

Page 295: ...ing too fast or spinning the wheels with chains on will damage your vehicle Appearance Care Remember cleaning products can be hazardous Some are toxic Others can burst into flame if you strike a match...

Page 296: ...ys read the instructions on the cleaner label D Clean up stains as soon as you can before they set D Carefully scrape off any excess stain D Use a clean cloth or sponge and change to a clean area ofte...

Page 297: ...cool water and allow to dry completely 3 If a stain remains follow instructions for Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth D Rub with a clean damp cloth to rem...

Page 298: ...safety belts If you do it may severely weaken them In a crash they might not be able to provide adequate protection Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water Cleaning Glass Surfaces Gl...

Page 299: ...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 the Index Cleaning...

Page 300: ...xes and polishes that are non abrasive and made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish NOTICE Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or lea...

Page 301: ...on chrome plated wheels but avoid any painted surface of the wheel and buff off immediately after application Don t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicon carbide tire cleani...

Page 302: ...gh they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of...

Page 303: ...last plastic rubber and vinyl 1052925 16 oz 0 473 L Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner Cleans carpets seats interior trim door panels and floor mats 1052929 16 oz 0 473 L Wheel Cleaner Spray on and rinse...

Page 304: ...ls and the 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 replacement par...

Page 305: ...p wiring is protected by a circuit breaker in the underhood electrical center An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off or in some cases to remain off If this happens have your head...

Page 306: ...oblems Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating Instrument Panel...

Page 307: ...Taillamps License Lamp 18 Radio 19 Heated Mirror 20 Cruise Control 22 Clusters Fuse Description 23 Cigarette Lighter Auxiliary Power Connection Power Drop Data Link 24 Stoplamps 26 Parking Lamps 27 A...

Page 308: ...e Keyless Entry Cluster CEL TEL 42 High Blower 43 Passenger s Heated Seat 44 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 45 Wipers Underhood Electrical Center Passenger s Side Some fuses and relays are located in t...

Page 309: ...ster Radio AUX Power Power Drop Cigarette Lighter 8 Ignition Switch Wipers Radio Steering Wheel Controls Body Control Module AUX Power Power Drop Power Windows Sunroof HVAC Controls DRL Rear Defog Rel...

Page 310: ...Oxygen Sensor 30 Engine Emissions 31 Fog Lamps 32 Headlamp Right 33 Rear Compartment Release 34 Parking Lamps 35 Fuel Pump Fuse Description 36 Headlamp Left 37 Spare 38 Spare 39 Spare 40 Spare 41 Spar...

Page 311: ...7 4 quarts 7 0 L After Complete Overhaul 10 0 quarts 9 5 L When draining replacing converter more fluid will be needed Cooling System Including Reservoir 3800 Code K V6 12 3 quarts 11 6 L 3800 Superch...

Page 312: ...g Order 1 6 5 4 3 2 1 6 5 4 3 2 Thermostat Temperature 195_F 91_C 195_F 91_C Horsepower 240 5200 200 5200 Air Conditioning Refrigerants Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same If the air co...

Page 313: ...nes AC Type RC27 RKE Batteries Type CR2032 2 or equivalent Spark Plugs 3800 Code K V6 AC Type 41 921 Gap 0 060 inches 1 52 mm 3800 Supercharged Code 1 V6 AC Type 41 921 or NGK Type PTR4B 15 Gap 0 060...

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Page 315: ...these services to retain its safety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 5 Scheduled Maintenance 7 15 Part B Owner Checks and Se...

Page 316: ...nance 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...

Page 317: ...ce information See Service and Owner Publications in the Index Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehi...

Page 318: ...stions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for yo...

Page 319: ...rmed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Your vehicle has an Engine Oil Life Monitor This monitor will show you when to change the engine oil and filter usually between 3 000 mi...

Page 320: ...ngine Oil in the Index An Emission Control Service See footnote j Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote...

Page 321: ...res See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j Inspect fuel tank cap a...

Page 322: ...000 Miles 75 000 km j Check Oil Life Monitor If engine oil and filter are changed reset monitor See Engine Oil in the Index An Emission Control Service See footnote j Inspect air cleaner filter if you...

Page 323: ...Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter at 100 000 miles 166 000 km 52 500 Miles 87 500 km j Che...

Page 324: ...ichever occurs first See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in this section An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pat...

Page 325: ...000 Miles 125 000 km j Check Oil Life Monitor If engine oil and filter are changed reset monitor See Engine Oil in the Index An Emission Control Service See footnote j Inspect air cleaner filter if yo...

Page 326: ...e See footnote j Replace passenger compartment air filter j Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any...

Page 327: ...Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service j Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outs...

Page 328: ...ling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the...

Page 329: ...heck the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOLR coolant mixtur...

Page 330: ...x Weatherstrip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth During very cold damp weather more f...

Page 331: ...orks in any other position your vehicle needs service Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock BTSI Check CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be...

Page 332: ...oll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking bra...

Page 333: ...ines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage tears or leakage Replace seals if necessary Exhaust System Inspection Ins...

Page 334: ...ator and cruise control cables Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear an...

Page 335: ...gine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only GM GoodwrenchR DEX COOLR or HavolineR DEX COOLR Coolant See Engine Coolant in the Index USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hydraulic Brake System De...

Page 336: ...ts Spring Anchor and Release Pawl LubriplateR Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 12346293 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hood and Door H...

Page 337: ...s provided after the maintenance interval Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all mainte...

Page 338: ...yellowblue 7 24 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

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Page 345: ...Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 8 4 Customer Assistance Offices 8 5 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 8 6 Roadside Assistance 8 6 Canadian Roadside Assistance 8 7 Cou...

Page 346: ...rtments Sometimes however despite the best intentions of all concerned misunderstandings can occur If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction the following steps should be taken STEP O...

Page 347: ...on or title or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield D Dealership name and location D Vehicle delivery date and present mileage When contacting Buick ple...

Page 348: ...800 955 5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligib...

Page 349: ...If toll free service is not available in the Caribbean call Puerto Rico 1 787 763 1315 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse y...

Page 350: ...facility it is a means of assisting customers in an emergency situation D Takes the anxiety out of uncertain situations by providing easy access to service professionals trained to work with Buick own...

Page 351: ...d to drive the vehicle until scheduling can be accomplished If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow...

Page 352: ...n Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealerships and all program options such as shuttle service may not be available at every dealer Please contact your dealer for specific in...

Page 353: ...SA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in the W...

Page 354: ...n Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7...

Page 355: ...mation about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 15 00 Without P...

Page 356: ...99 90 00 1999 50 00 1999 15 00 1999 10 00 TOTAL MATERIAL Michigan Purchasers U S Order Processing 5 00 Canadian Postage GRAND TOTAL add 6 sales tax See Note Below GM BUI ORD99 Prices are subject to ch...

Page 357: ...omatic Tone Control 3 13 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control 3 9 Antenna Backglass 3 24 Diversity 3 25 Antifreeze 6 25 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 2 63 4 7 Brake...

Page 358: ...k 7 17 Bulb Replacement 6 36 Canadian Roadside Assistance 8 6 Capacities and Specifications 6 71 Carbon Monoxide 2 14 2 33 4 30 4 37 Cassette Deck Service 7 15 Tape Player 3 11 3 15 Tape Player Care 3...

Page 359: ...6 Convex Outside Mirror 2 50 Coolant Bleed Valve 5 18 Recovery Tank 5 13 Coolant Heater Engine 2 20 Cooling System 5 11 Courtesy Lamps 2 45 Courtesy Transportation 8 7 Cruise Control 2 39 Cruise Light...

Page 360: ...6 65 Electrical System 6 65 Electrochromic Day Night Rearview Mirror 2 48 Engine 6 10 6 11 Coolant 6 25 Coolant Heater 2 20 Coolant Level Check 7 15 Coolant Temperature Gage 2 66 Coolant Temperature...

Page 361: ...WR 4 32 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR 4 32 Guide en Fran ais ii GVWR 4 32 Halogen Bulbs 6 36 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Head Restraints 1 5 Headlamps Aiming 6 37 Bulb Replacement 6 36 Flash to Pas...

Page 362: ...29 Lighter 2 52 Lights Air Bag Readiness 1 22 2 61 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 2 63 4 7 Brake System Warning 2 62 Change Oil Soon 2 72 Charging System 2 61 Cruise 2 73 Door Trunk Ajar Warning 2 74...

Page 363: ...le Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 21 Owner Checks and Services 7 15 Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 19 Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 4 Your Vehicle and the Environment 7 2 Maintenance Under...

Page 364: ...y 2 48 Seat Six Way 1 3 Steering 4 12 Steering Fluid 6 29 Windows 2 34 Pregnancy Use of Safety Belts 1 19 Problems on the Road 5 1 Publications Service and Owner 8 10 8 11 Publications Service and Own...

Page 365: ...senger Position 1 32 Children 1 34 Driver Position 1 12 Extender 1 53 How to Wear Properly 1 11 Incorrect Usage 1 15 1 51 Lap Belt 1 33 Lap Shoulder 1 12 1 27 1 50 Larger Children 1 50 Questions and A...

Page 366: ...ding 3 22 Spare Tire Compact 5 32 Specifications and Capacities 6 71 Specifications Engine 6 71 Speech Impaired Customer Assistance 8 4 Speedometer 2 59 Stains Cleaning 6 56 Starter Switch Check 7 17...

Page 367: ...System Active Light 2 64 Full Range 4 9 3800 Supercharged Engine 4 9 Warning Light 2 63 Trailer Backing Up 4 37 Brakes 4 36 Driving on Grades 4 38 Driving with 4 36 Engine Cooling When Towing 4 39 Fol...

Page 368: ...ng 4 31 Storage 6 35 Symbols v Ventilation System 3 8 Visor Vanity Mirrors 2 53 Visors Sun 2 53 Warning Devices 5 2 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 2 60 Warranty Information 8 8 Washing Your Vehic...

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