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A. Clean the area around the engine oil fill tube and cap

before removing. Twist the oil fill 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

catch tab out of the engine bracket and remove the
cover shield.

D. Put the oil fill tube, with cap attached, in the valve

cover oil fill hole until you’re ready to replace the
cover shield.

There is one
bleed valve. It is
located on the
thermostat housing.

4. After the engine cools, open the coolant air

bleed valve.

Summary of Contents for 2002 LeSabre

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Page 3: ...otors of Canada Limited for Buick Motor Division whenever 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...

Page 4: ...d a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that c...

Page 5: ...nt colors or in different words You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols Your vehicle may be equipped with components and labels that us...

Page 6: ...v These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle...

Page 7: ...Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 14 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 14 Driver Position 1 20 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 21 Right Front Passenger Position 1 21 Air Bag S...

Page 8: ...ar located under the front of the seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and release the bar Try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place Manual Lumbar...

Page 9: ...the vertical control forward to bring the seatback to a more upright position Push it rearward to recline the seatback See Reclining Front Seatbacks later in this section Power Lumbar Control If Equip...

Page 10: ...mation Center DIC by pressing the MEMORY button 1 or 2 or by pressing the button with the unlock symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter See Driver Information Center DIC in the Index 2 Adjust...

Page 11: ...revious steps but start by pressing the button with the unlock symbol on the transmitter that displays the other DRIVER on the DIC Be sure to use the MEMORY button 1 or 2 which corresponds to the DRIV...

Page 12: ...re The high setting heats the seat to a slightly higher temperature The heated seats can only be used when the ignition is turned on When the ignition is turned off the heating element is also turned...

Page 13: ...this The shoulder belt can t do its job In a crash 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 bel...

Page 14: ...some things you should not do with safety belts And it explains the air bag system CAUTION Don t let anyone ride where he or she can t wear a safety belt properly If you are in a crash and you re not...

Page 15: ...kle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index In most states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do have a...

Page 16: ...1 10 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels Put someone on it...

Page 17: ...1 11 Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield...

Page 18: ...nt panel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety belts...

Page 19: ...ey work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up...

Page 20: ...hich restraint systems your vehicle has We ll start with the driver position Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here...

Page 21: ...he 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 the lap belt If you slid under...

Page 22: ...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 inju...

Page 23: ...ou 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 could cau...

Page 24: ...be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too...

Page 25: ...sted 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 so it...

Page 26: ...n 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 inju...

Page 27: ...this happens just let the belt go back all the 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 t...

Page 28: ...than more forceful air bags have provided in the past The side impact air bags for the driver and right CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued front passenger are designed to inflate only in moderate to...

Page 29: ...g system 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...

Page 30: ...The driver s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side The driver s side impact air bag is...

Page 31: ...bag must be kept clear Don t put anything between an occupant and an air bag and don t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering Don t let seat covers b...

Page 32: ...act air bag will inflate if the crash severity is above the system s designed threshold level The threshold level can vary with specific vehicle design Side impact air bags are not designed to inflate...

Page 33: ...l air bags and only in moderate to severe side collisions for the driver s and right front passenger s side impact air bags What will you see after an air bag inflates After an air bag inflates it qui...

Page 34: ...system distinguish between a moderate frontal impact and a more severe frontal impact Your vehicle is also equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information about the fron...

Page 35: ...or up to 10 seconds after the ignition key is turned off and the battery is disconnected an air bag can still inflate during improper service You can be injured if you are close to an air bag when it...

Page 36: ...t 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 Safety...

Page 37: ...they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Passenger Positions Lap Shoulder Belt All rear seating positions have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one properly 1...

Page 38: ...make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the...

Page 39: ...l injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or a...

Page 40: ...t the comfort guide better positions 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...

Page 41: ...lastic 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 elast...

Page 42: ...ehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact t...

Page 43: ...uch until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will su...

Page 44: ...are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatibl...

Page 45: ...ants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child for whom the safety belts are designed A youn...

Page 46: ...restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant seat B provides restraint with the seating surfac...

Page 47: ...urfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positione...

Page 48: ...aps and a crotch strap A shield may take the place of hip straps A T shaped shield has shoulder straps that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type...

Page 49: ...forward facing child restraint in the right front seat but before you do always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It s better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat CAUTIO...

Page 50: ...ed don t use the restraint unless it is anchored properly If the child restraint does not have a top strap one can be obtained in kit form for many child restraints Ask the child restraint manufacture...

Page 51: ...itions You ll find them behind the rear seat on the filler panel In order to get to a bracket you ll have to open the trim cover Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System Your vehicle...

Page 52: ...g child restraint that has attaching points B at its base and a top tether anchor C or a rear facing child restraint that has attaching points B as shown here With this system use the LATCH system ins...

Page 53: ...Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 Find the anchors for the seating position you want to use where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion 2 Put the child restraint...

Page 54: ...forward facing child restraint in the right front passenger seat but before you do always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It s better to secure the child restraint in the rear...

Page 55: ...if needed If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 3 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckl...

Page 56: ...lpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 5 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint jus...

Page 57: ...in the right front seat You ll be using the lap shoulder 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 restr...

Page 58: ...le 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 lap belt all the way out of the retractor to s...

Page 59: ...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 the veh...

Page 60: ...elt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal...

Page 61: ...ce or neck A If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the vehicle If the child is sitting in the center rear seat passenger position move the child toward...

Page 62: ...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 the...

Page 63: ...r impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does not need regular maint...

Page 64: ...sitions 2 24 Starting Your Engine 2 25 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 26 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 29 Parking Brake 2 30 Shifting Into PARK P 2 33 Shifting Out of PARK P 2 33 Parking Over T...

Page 65: ...cle with the windows closed is dangerous A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child alone in a vehicle especially...

Page 66: ...the way release it and the window will lower automatically To stop the window from lowering pull the AUTO control again To partially open the window pull the AUTO control back slightly To raise the wi...

Page 67: ...le with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don...

Page 68: ...hat came with the original keys Give this tag to your dealer if you need a new key made Any new PASS Key III key must be programmed before it will start your vehicle See PASS KeyR III in the Index for...

Page 69: ...enever you leave it D Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock...

Page 70: ...ime you move the shift lever out of PARK P all of the doors will lock And every time you stop and move the shift lever into PARK P the doors will unlock If someone needs to get out while you re not in...

Page 71: ...s Mode 0 has no feedback 5 Release the power door lock switch The automatic door locks will remain in the most recent mode selected This procedure only changes the mode for the transmitter used to cha...

Page 72: ...e unlock symbol on the transmitter again Lock delay is now active and all doors will unlock 5 Release the power door lock switch To turn this feature off repeat the previous procedure This procedure o...

Page 73: ...ving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle take your keys open your door and set the locks from the inside Then get out and close the door Or you may also use the button with the lock symbol on...

Page 74: ...ather D Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal Take a few steps to the left or right hold the transmitter higher and try again D Check to determine if battery replacem...

Page 75: ...arm by unlocking the vehicle with a key Personal Choice Features The following list of features if available on your vehicle can be programmed to each driver s preference D Automatic Door Locks This f...

Page 76: ...RL exterior lamps flash once and the horn chirps when locking the vehicle Feedback will be provided according to the mode that has been selected The exterior lamps will not flash if the manual parking...

Page 77: ...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...

Page 78: ...ng Turn it counterclockwise to separate the two halves of the transmitter 2 Once the transmitter is separated use a pencil eraser to remove the old battery Do not use a metal object 3 Remove and repla...

Page 79: ...Controls in the Index D If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust in the Index Trunk Lock Release To unlock the trunk from the outside insert t...

Page 80: ...light Pull the release handle up to open the trunk from the inside Theft Vehicle theft is big business especially in some cities Although your vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features we know...

Page 81: ...release button and turn it to LOCK D Lock the glove box D Lock all doors except the driver s D Give the valet key to the valet Then take the master key with you Content Theft Deterrent If Equipped Yo...

Page 82: ...off the alarm If you set off the alarm by accident unlock the driver s door with your key You can also turn off the alarm by pressing the button with the unlock symbol on the remote keyless entry tran...

Page 83: ...try Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause u...

Page 84: ...1 and 2 with the second current driver s key Then continue with Step 3 To program the new key do the following 1 Verify that the new key has PK3 stamped on it 2 Insert the current driver s key in the...

Page 85: ...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 trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer in the Index...

Page 86: ...t Use UNLOCK if you must have your vehicle in motion while the engine is not running D RUN This is the position the switch returns to after you start your engine and release the switch This is also th...

Page 87: ...ry to be drained much sooner And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter 2 If it doesn t st...

Page 88: ...located on the passenger s side of the vehicle above the headlamp assembly 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet CAUTION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electr...

Page 89: ...the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine runni...

Page 90: ...ift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transaxle see Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow in the Index NE...

Page 91: ...THIRD 3 instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE B D When driving on hilly winding roads D When towing a trailer so there is less shifting between gears D When going down a steep hill SECOND 2 This position giv...

Page 92: ...pedal This could overheat and damage the transaxle Use your brakes or shift into PARK P to hold your vehicle in position on a hill Parking Brake This vehicle has a PUSH TO RELEASE parking brake pedal...

Page 93: ...parking on any hill see Towing a Trailer in the Index That section explains what to do first to keep the trailer from moving Shifting Into PARK P CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle...

Page 94: ...ke 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P like this D Pull the lever toward you D Move the lever up as far as it will go 3 Turn the ignition key to LOCK 4 Remove the key and take it with you If you can le...

Page 95: ...ift lever away from PARK P without first pulling it toward you 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 you...

Page 96: ...Then move the shift lever into the gear you want If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the key to OFF Open and close the driver s door to turn off t...

Page 97: ...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 the...

Page 98: ...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 a Trailer in the Index Horn Press on the center area...

Page 99: ...utomatically when the turn is complete An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change If your vehicle is equipped with the Head Up Display HUD an arrow...

Page 100: ...n the high beams are on this light located on the instrument panel cluster will also be on If your vehicle is equipped with the Head Up Display HUD an arrow will also appear in the display area to ind...

Page 101: ...wipes Turn the band to choose the delay time The closer to LO the shorter the delay Heavy snow or ice can overload your wiper motor A circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools Clear away snow...

Page 102: ...sitivity levels within the delay area The delay position closest to OFF MIST is the lowest sensitivity setting level one This allows more rain or snow to collect on the windshield between wipes You ca...

Page 103: ...med Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision Ice build up can block washer nozzles Remove ice for proper operation See Windshield Washer Fluid in the Index for mo...

Page 104: ...ions allow you to safely use it again you may turn the cruise control back on Setting Cruise Control CAUTION If you leave your cruise control switch on when you re not using cruise you might hit a but...

Page 105: ...nd the accelerator pedal You ll now cruise at the higher speed D Press the RESUME ACCEL switch Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want and then release it To increase your speed in very s...

Page 106: ...pe you may not want to attempt to use your cruise control feature Ending Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the cruise control D Step lightly on the brake pedal or D press ON OFF Erasing Sp...

Page 107: ...arking lamps on remove the key from the ignition and open the driver s door you will hear a continuous warning chime The chime will turn off when the lamps are turned off Daytime Running Lamps DRL Day...

Page 108: ...xle out of PARK P As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it Cornering Lamps If Equipped The cornering lamps come on when the headlamps or parking lamps are on...

Page 109: ...e wiper activated headlamps will override the twilight disable feature Light Sensor Your Twilight Sentinel and DRL work with the light sensor located on top of the instrument panel Don t cover it up I...

Page 110: ...utside when you press the button with the unlock symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter the interior courtesy lamps will turn on and stay on for approximately 40 seconds The lamps will turn of...

Page 111: ...amps and back up lamps will come on Personal Choice Programming This feature can be programmed in the on or off mode for each transmitter If your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Information Center...

Page 112: ...mode for the transmitter used to change this setting The procedure will need to be repeated for the second transmitter Front Reading Lamps The front reading lamps located on the headliner are turned...

Page 113: ...or so you can see clearly behind your vehicle The day night adjustment allows you to adjust the mirror to avoid glare from the headlamps behind you Electrochromic Day Night Rearview Mirror If Equipped...

Page 114: ...e bottom of the mirror or press and hold the on off button for about three seconds for mirrors equipped with OnStar controls To turn off automatic dimming press MIRROR or press and hold the on off but...

Page 115: ...just for compass variance Compass variance is the difference between Earth s magnetic north and true geographic north If not adjusted to account for compass variance your compass could give false read...

Page 116: ...u can see a little of your vehicle and the area behind your vehicle Parallel Park Assist Mirror If Equipped If you have the Memory Seat and Mirrors feature the passenger s outside rearview mirror incl...

Page 117: ...ide Rearview Mirror If Equipped If you have this feature the outside driver s mirror will adjust for the glare of headlamps behind you This feature is controlled using the on and off settings on the a...

Page 118: ...rs or air vents for the rear seat passengers You will also find two auxiliary power outlets located inside the rear storage area These outlets can be used for accessories requiring power such as a cel...

Page 119: ...n Visors Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirrors When you open the cover to either the passenger s or driver s visor vanity mirror the lamps will turn on The brightness of the lamp can be adjusted by sliding...

Page 120: ...ent on for extended periods can drain the battery Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible to the auxiliary power outlets and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses If you experien...

Page 121: ...receiving the call an advisor at the center will locate your vehicle and assess the situation If necessary the advisor will alert the nearest emergency service provider Communication Button Press thi...

Page 122: ...he situation If the center is unable to contact you an emergency service provider will be contacted Stolen Vehicle Tracking Call the center at 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 to report your vehicle stol...

Page 123: ...th the OnStar Center may be monitored or recorded OnStar Service is D Available in the 48 contiguous United States Alaska Hawaii and Canada D available when the vehicle is within the operating range o...

Page 124: ...to help reduce noise and make passengers more comfortable When the glass panel is express opening pressing the switch in any direction will stop it in a partially opened position The glass panel may...

Page 125: ...uding interference that may cause undesired operation This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference...

Page 126: ...seconds hold the hand held transmitter about 1 to 3 inches 3 to 8 cm from HomeLink and then press and hold the transmit button on the hand held transmitter Continue to hold both buttons until the ind...

Page 127: ...800 355 3515 or on the internet at www homelink com Because of the steps involved it may be helpful to have another person assist in programming the transmitter 2 Press the Learn or Smart button on t...

Page 128: ...ll come on while the signal is being transmitted Erasing Channels To erase all three programmed channels hold down the two outside buttons on HomeLink until the indicator light begins to flash approxi...

Page 129: ...2 66 The Instrument Panel Your Information System...

Page 130: ...ed C Turn Signal Multifunction Lever D Steering Wheel Controls If Equipped E Hazard Warning Flashers F Instrument Panel Cluster G Traction Control Button If Equipped H Exterior Lamp Buttons I Head Up...

Page 131: ...w how fast you re going how much fuel you re using and many other things you ll need to drive safely and economically Your vehicle is equipped with one of these instrument panel clusters which include...

Page 132: ...2 69 Cluster with Tachometer United States version shown Canada similar...

Page 133: ...odometer then it must be But if it can t then it s set at zero and a label must be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer A trip od...

Page 134: ...d 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 the gages shows there m...

Page 135: ...dy If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the a...

Page 136: ...rn off all accessories and set the climate control system to OFF Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part isn t working the other part can...

Page 137: ...ake If the light stays on after your parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti lock brake system the light s will come on whe...

Page 138: ...the end of the gearshift lever the warning light will come on and stay on To turn the system back on press the button again The warning light should go off See Traction Control System in the Index fo...

Page 139: ...oon Light Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission control systems This system is called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation and is...

Page 140: ...ion Inspection Maintenance test This light should come on as a check to show you it is working when the ignition is on and the engine is not running If the light doesn t come on have it repaired This...

Page 141: ...operly installed should turn the light off Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water If so your electrical system may be wet The condition will usually be corrected when the electrical system...

Page 142: ...attery has run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving This may take several days of routine driving If you have done this and your v...

Page 143: ...can be costly and is not covered by your warranty Service Vehicle Soon Light This light will come on and stay on if your vehicle has certain non emission related problems These problems may not be ob...

Page 144: ...ou still have a little fuel left but you need to get more fuel right away Here are some things that some owners ask about None of these show a problem with your fuel gage D At the service station the...

Page 145: ...perform a status check and display any messages if a problem is detected If there are no problems detected the display will return to the mode selected by that driver the last time the ignition was t...

Page 146: ...remaining in the fuel tank The RESET button does not function in this mode GAGE INFO Information Use this button to display oil pressure oil life coolant temperature tire pressure and battery informa...

Page 147: ...le s tire pressures are normal If a potential tire pressure problem is detected the display will show CHECK TIRE PRESSURE If you see the CHECK TIRE PRESSURE message you should stop as soon as you can...

Page 148: ...from the DIC display SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM 54 If you ever see the SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM message it means there may be a problem with your stability enhancement system If you see this message tr...

Page 149: ...n the Index The personal choice settings displayed on the DIC are determined by the transmitter used to enter the vehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter was pre programmed to belong to DRIVER 1...

Page 150: ...l still be retained even without passing through each of the features In order for your personal choices to save you must press RESET after making your selections If you happen to move past a selectio...

Page 151: ...g 1 Move the arrow on the display between the selections by pressing the ENG MET button 2 Once you have made your selection press the RESET button and your choice will be retained in memory See Automa...

Page 152: ...cle and once when locking your vehicle D If you choose ON for KEYLESS FEEDBACK and ON for HORN FEEDBACK your horn will chirp when all doors are unlocked and when locking your vehicle D If you choose O...

Page 153: ...he ENG MET to toggle from 5 to 30 seconds Each toggle will increase the time by five seconds Once the desired timeout is displayed press RESET to record your choice and move on to the next personal ch...

Page 154: ...see Parallel Park Assist Mirror in the Index Driver ID This feature displays the DRIVER ID as identified by the DIC If this feature is ON the DRIVER ID will be displayed every time the ignition is tu...

Page 155: ...ehicle is equipped with the Head Up Display HUD you can see some of the driver information that appears on your instrument panel cluster The information may be displayed in English or metric units and...

Page 156: ...r that purpose If you try to use the display as a marker for the front of your vehicle such as in a parking lot you may misjudge distance and hit an obstacle or another vehicle The HUD controls are lo...

Page 157: ...e inside of the windshield as necessary to remove any dirt or film that reduces the sharpness or clarity of the HUD image To clean the HUD lens spray household glass cleaner on a soft clean cloth Gent...

Page 158: ...ls for Climate Control If Equipped 3 13 Audio Systems 3 13 Setting the Clock 3 13 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player If Equipped 3 19 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player with Automatic Tone Cont...

Page 159: ...e TEMPERATURE lever between COOL and WARM to change the temperature of the air coming through your outlets Mode Controls The buttons on your system allow you to choose settings to deliver air through...

Page 160: ...hrough your vehicle when it is moving The system will try to keep the air at a previously chosen temperature When the system is off the blower fan is also off MAX Maximum Air Conditioning This setting...

Page 161: ...the fan speed push the up arrow on the FAN button AIR FLOW Pressing the AIR FLOW button will display and hold the current setting while in manual mode Use the up and down arrows on the AIR FLOW butto...

Page 162: ...system will limit the amount of outside air entering your vehicle This is helpful when you are trying to cool the interior of the vehicle quickly or limit the amount of outside air entering your vehic...

Page 163: ...press the button with the blue arrow Each time you press the button a blue indicator light will come on If the passenger control has been turned on it can be turned off by pressing the OFF button on...

Page 164: ...an speed airflow direction and temperature setting press the AUTO button In cold weather the system will delay turning on the fan to avoid blowing cold air During this delay the system will be in FRON...

Page 165: ...the memory feature see Memory Seat and Mirrors in the Index Air Conditioning On hot days open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape This reduces the time it takes for your vehicle to co...

Page 166: ...ation should be selected to provide maximum cooling You can choose the extreme comfort setting of 60_F 16_C but the system will not cool any faster as a result Heating If your vehicle has the electron...

Page 167: ...elect HTR to supply air through the floor ducts Then move the FAN lever to HIGH for a few moments before driving away This will blow moist air from the intake outlets toward the floor not the windshie...

Page 168: ...VENT on the electronic touch system or manual operation on the Dual Automatic ComforTemptsystem to direct outside air through your vehicle Air will flow through the instrument panel outlets Your vehic...

Page 169: ...tem to blow air that is too cool Once the vehicle is moving again the system will try to maintain the set temperature inside your vehicle D When you start your vehicle and the EXT display flashes Dual...

Page 170: ...t hour appears AM will appear on the display for morning hours Press and hold M until the correct minute appears The clock may be set with the ignition on or off To set the clock to the time of an FM...

Page 171: ...four seconds until PSCAN and the preset number appear on the display You will hear a double beep The radio will go to the first preset station stored on your pushbuttons play for a few seconds then g...

Page 172: ...le level you want or when the maximum or minimum level is reached Push and release AUDIO until TREBLE appears on the display Then turn the AUDIO knob clockwise to increase treble TREBLE and a positive...

Page 173: ...when you find the speaker balance you want or when the maximum or minimum level is reached To adjust balance or fade to the middle position select BAL or FADE Then push and hold AUDIO for more than t...

Page 174: ...tories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation 6 SIDE Press this pushbutton to change the side of the tape that is playing SEEK P...

Page 175: ...r 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 in the Index If any error occ...

Page 176: ...etween AM FM1 and FM2 The display shows your selection TUNE Turn this knob clockwise to tune to the next station Turn it counterclockwise to tune to the previous station SEEK Press the right or left a...

Page 177: ...io produce one beep release the pushbutton Whenever you press that numbered pushbutton the station you set will return 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone Bass Treble AUDIO Push an...

Page 178: ...b until the display goes blank Then push and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep ALL CENTERED will appear on the display Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade AUDIO To adjust the...

Page 179: ...equipped with a Radio Data System RDS With RDS the radio can do the following D Seek only to stations with the types of programs you want to listen to D seek to stations with traffic announcements D r...

Page 180: ...rrupt play if that selected PTY format is broadcast AM FM Alternate Frequency Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type Press and hold AM FM for t...

Page 181: ...en displayed INFO will disappear from the display until another new message is received TRAF Traffic Press this button to receive traffic announcements The traffic announcement brackets will appear on...

Page 182: ...playing Press it again within five seconds to see how long it has been playing To change what is normally shown on the display track or elapsed time press this button until you see the display you wa...

Page 183: ...ctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected contact your dealer If your radio displays an error number write it down and provide it t...

Page 184: ...scan preset stations press and hold one of the SEEK arrows for more than four seconds until PSCAN and the preset number appear on the display You will hear a double beep The radio will go to the firs...

Page 185: ...le level you want or when the maximum or minimum level is reached Push and release AUDIO until TREBLE appears on the display Then turn the AUDIO knob clockwise to increase treble TREBLE and a positive...

Page 186: ...icator will be centered on the display To adjust both tone controls and both speaker controls to the middle position end out of audio mode by pushing the AUDIO knob until the display goes blank Then p...

Page 187: ...xt to the PTY name example CLASSICAL When you are listening to a CD the last selected RDS FM station will interrupt play if that selected PTY format is broadcast AM FM Alternate Frequency Alternate fr...

Page 188: ...l disappear from the display until another new message is received TRAF Traffic Press this button to receive traffic announcements The traffic announcement brackets will appear on the display TRAF wil...

Page 189: ...nother part of the tape Press this pushbutton again to return to playing speed The radio will play while the tape advances 3 D Dolby Press this pushbutton to reduce background noise The double D symbo...

Page 190: ...f this message appears on the display 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 Ca...

Page 191: ...g To change what is normally shown on the display track or elapsed time press this button until you see the display you want then hold the button until the display flashes SEEK Press the left SEEK but...

Page 192: ...known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected contact your dealer If your radio displays an error number write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting th...

Page 193: ...on the tray label side up If you load a disc with the label side down the disc will not play and an error will occur Gently push the tray back into the magazine slot until it locks into place Repeat t...

Page 194: ...dio display If the CD changer is checking the magazine for CDs the CD changer stack symbol will flash on the display until the changer is ready to play When a CD begins playing the disc and track numb...

Page 195: ...l appear on the display SEEK Press the left arrow while playing a CD to go back to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played If you press it more than once the player will...

Page 196: ...our dealer when reporting the problem Personal Choice Radio Controls If Equipped This feature enables two drivers to store and recall personal settings for AM and FM presets last tuned station volume...

Page 197: ...operate if stolen The radio will display LOCKED and a red LED indicator light will come on above the key symbol to indicate a locked condition If this occurs the radio will have to be returned to the...

Page 198: ...M stereo will give you the best sound but FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles 16 to 65 km Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals causing the sound to come and go Cellular Ph...

Page 199: ...ect sunlight and extreme heat If they aren t they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after every 50 hours of use Your radio m...

Page 200: ...eject button for five seconds to reset the CLEAN PLAYER indicator The radio will display to show the indicator was reset Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time Alwa...

Page 201: ...affect your radio s ability to pick up stations clearly The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty If when you turn on your rear window defogger you hear static on your radio station it could m...

Page 202: ...ving 4 6 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 9 Traction Control System If Equipped 4 11 Steering 4 13 Off Road Recovery 4 13 Passing 4 15 Loss of Control 4 16 Driving at Night 4 18 Driving in Rain and...

Page 203: ...ventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is goi...

Page 204: ...alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive Bu...

Page 205: ...s 0 05 percent in both France and Germany 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 cours...

Page 206: ...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 perso...

Page 207: ...Then you have to 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 thr...

Page 208: ...t 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 brake peda...

Page 209: ...about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The comp...

Page 210: ...at the same time In many emergencies steering can help you more than even the very best braking Traction Control System If Equipped Your vehicle may have a traction control system that limits wheel sp...

Page 211: ...control system off if you ever need to You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud or snow and rocking the vehicle is required See Rocking Your Vehicle in the Index To t...

Page 212: ...tor you can control Suppose you re steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly accelerate Both control systems steering and acceleration have to do their work where the tires meet the road Adding...

Page 213: ...apply your brakes See Braking in Emergencies earlier in this section It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depend...

Page 214: ...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 judgment or...

Page 215: ...rs are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone isn t trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the b...

Page 216: ...m is off then an acceleration skid is also best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way...

Page 217: ...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 more spac...

Page 218: ...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 headlamps Ke...

Page 219: ...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 harder to...

Page 220: ...is dangerous So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water This can happen if the road is wet enough and you re going fast enough When your vehicle is hydroplani...

Page 221: ...y to drive through flowing water as you might at a low water crossing your vehicle can be carried away As little as six inches of flowing water can carry away a smaller vehicle If this happens you and...

Page 222: ...city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip D Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy...

Page 223: ...ou have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close t...

Page 224: ...Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it s ready to go If it needs service have it done before starti...

Page 225: ...the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips D Make sure your vehicle is well ven...

Page 226: ...ll slope 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 wouldn t work well You wo...

Page 227: ...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 be dri...

Page 228: ...out freezing 32_F 0_C and freezing rain begins to fall Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with...

Page 229: ...e the sun can t reach around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of...

Page 230: ...see it or smell it so you might not know it is in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time...

Page 231: ...towing towing your vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a dolly With the proper preparation and equipment many vehicles can be towed in these ways See Dinghy To...

Page 232: ...ur vehicle must be towed you should use a dolly See Dolly Towing following for more information Dolly Towing Your vehicle can be towed using a dolly To tow your vehicle using a dolly follow these step...

Page 233: ...ry This weight is called the Vehicle Capacity Weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options The other label is the Certification label found on the rear ed...

Page 234: ...oes If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they ll keep going CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash D Put t...

Page 235: ...d read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling durability...

Page 236: ...ctions when towing a trailer Don t drive faster than the maximum posted speed for trailers or no more than 55 mph 90 km h to save wear on your vehicle s parts Three important considerations have to do...

Page 237: ...the trailer and then the tongue separately to see if the weights are proper If they aren t you may be able to get them right simply by moving some items around in the trailer Total Weight on Your Veh...

Page 238: ...ause you have anti lock brakes do not try to tap into your vehicle s brake system If you do both brake systems won t work well or at all Trailer Wiring Harness All of the electrical circuits required...

Page 239: ...ack up slowly and if possible have someone guide you Making Turns NOTICE Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle Your vehicle could be dama...

Page 240: ...duce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade If you don t shift down you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well O...

Page 241: ...ulling 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 cooling syst...

Page 242: ...hat can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 9 Towing Your Vehicle 5 10 Engine Overheating 5 12 Cooling System 5 20 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 20 Chan...

Page 243: ...ng column Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off To turn t...

Page 244: ...city 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...

Page 245: ...automatic transaxle in PARK P or a manual transmission in NEUTRAL before setting the parking brake NOTICE If you leave your radio on it could be badly damaged The repairs wouldn t be covered by your...

Page 246: ...ON Using a match 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 wate...

Page 247: ...ive will go to positive or to a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one Negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Don t co...

Page 248: ...the black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Don t let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of...

Page 249: ...s 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service NOTI...

Page 250: ...negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle 5 Return the...

Page 251: ...st 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 sign of steam or c...

Page 252: ...hest 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 THIRD 3 If you no longer have...

Page 253: ...cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant rec...

Page 254: ...fore you drive the vehicle If there seems to be no leak with the engine on check to see if the electric engine cooling fans are running If the engine is overheating both fans should be running If they...

Page 255: ...ain water or some other liquid such as 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 wrong...

Page 256: ...You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and b...

Page 257: ...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 there is still some pressu...

Page 258: ...nut in the center of the cover shield C Lift the engine cover shield at the front slide the catch tab out of the engine bracket and remove the cover shield D Put the oil fill tube with cap attached in...

Page 259: ...and the compartment 7 Replace the 3800 Series II V6 engine cover shield A Remove the oil fill tube with cap attached from the valve cover B Insert the catch tab on the cover shield under the bracket...

Page 260: ...adiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOLR coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 12 Then replace the...

Page 261: ...under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible If a tire goes flat the next p...

Page 262: ...oving the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you ll need is located in the trunk 1 Pull the carpeting from the floor of the trunk 2 Lift and remove the cover 3 Remove the compact spare tire See Compac...

Page 263: ...ers and Wheel Nut Caps If your vehicle has an aluminum wheel with a center cover that hides the wheel nuts remove the center cover by using the flat end of the wheel wrench to pry it off If your vehic...

Page 264: ...Use the wheel wrench to loosen the wheel nuts but don t remove them yet 2 The jack has a bolt at the end Attach the wheel wrench to the bolt to create a jack handle 3 Turn the wheel wrench countercloc...

Page 265: ...on the ridge in the vehicle s frame nearest the flat tire Do not raise the vehicle yet Put the compact spare tire near you CAUTION Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the veh...

Page 266: ...lts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 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 an...

Page 267: ...surface 9 Reinstall the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Make sure each wheel stud is centered in each wheel hole while tightening the nuts Tighten each nut by hand until...

Page 268: ...l nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can 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 av...

Page 269: ...sion loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place After you ve put the compact spare tire on your vehicle you ll need to store the flat tire in your trunk Use the following...

Page 270: ...n loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place Store the compact spare tire and tools as shown in the diagram A Wrench B Jack C Jack Container D Retainer E Spare Tire Cover...

Page 271: ...ling or removing the compact spare See Check Tire Pressure System in the Index Of course it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in...

Page 272: ...wheels too fast while shifting your transaxle 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 T...

Page 273: ...Compartment Air Filter If Equipped 6 20 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 23 Engine Coolant 6 26 Radiator Pressure Cap 6 26 Power Steering Fluid 6 27 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 29 Brakes 6 32 Battery 6 34 B...

Page 274: ...ou 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 manua...

Page 275: ...be hurt Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer per...

Page 276: ...our vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards see the underhood emission control label it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications If this fuel is not avail...

Page 277: ...thing to your fuel Gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area to contribute to clean air General Motors recommends that you use...

Page 278: ...eep sparks flames and smoking materials away from gasoline The fuel cap is located behind a hinged fuel door on the driver s side of the vehicle While refueling hang the tethered fuel cap from the hoo...

Page 279: ...t to the right clockwise until you hear a clicking sound Make sure you fully install the cap The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would al...

Page 280: ...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 Checking Thin...

Page 281: ...the floor 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release The hood latch is located under the hood near the center and at the front edge of the grille 3 Lift up on the...

Page 282: ...Engine Compartment Fuse Block B Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir C Remote Positive Terminal D Engine Coolant Recovery Tank E Radiator Pressure Cap F Engine Oil Dipstick G Engine Oil Fill Cap H Autom...

Page 283: ...evel regularly this is an added reminder Checking Engine Oil It s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle...

Page 284: ...t you must use the right kind This part explains what kind of oil to use For engine oil crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine h...

Page 285: ...te 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 your oil...

Page 286: ...the starburst symbol are all you will need for good performance and engine protection When to Change Engine Oil Vehicles Without the GM Oil Life Systemt If any one of these is true for you use the sh...

Page 287: ...ot indicate that an oil change is necessary for over a year However your engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset It is also important to ch...

Page 288: ...the oil from the filter before disposal Never dispose of oil by putting it in the trash pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Instead recycle it by taking it to a pla...

Page 289: ...located near the top of the engine 3 Disconnect the electrical connector from the air intake hose This will allow you to lift the rear portion of the engine air cleaner filter housing 4 After detachi...

Page 290: ...Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it stops flame if...

Page 291: ...e information The passenger compartment air filter is located on the passenger side at the base of the windshield and can be accessed through a removable panel under the hood of the vehicle To check o...

Page 292: ...Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choosetohavethisdoneatthedealershipservicedepartment If you do it yourself be sure to follow al...

Page 293: ...the parking brake applied place the shift lever in PARK P D With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position t...

Page 294: ...ough of the proper fluid to bring the level into the cross hatched area on the dipstick 1 Pull out the dipstick 2 Using a long neck funnel add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring it to the prop...

Page 295: ...OOLR coolant will D Give freezing protection down to 34_F 37_C D Give boiling protection up to 265_F 129_C D Protect against rust and corrosion D Help keep the proper engine temperature D Let the warn...

Page 296: ...engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant NO...

Page 297: ...olant recovery tank but be careful not to spill it CAUTION Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Wi...

Page 298: ...n the Index for more information on location Power Steering Fluid The power steering fluid reservoir is located below the generator and behind the accessory drive belt in the rear of the engine compar...

Page 299: ...bring the level up to the mark What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can ca...

Page 300: ...her fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid D Fill your washer fluid tank o...

Page 301: ...ur brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn 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...

Page 302: ...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 just a few drops o...

Page 303: ...ditions 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 necessary to he...

Page 304: ...en it s time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label We recommend an ACDelco battery WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories con...

Page 305: ...cle for 25 days or more remove the black negative cable from the battery This will help keep your battery from running down CAUTION Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You c...

Page 306: ...the Index 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 and follow the instructions on th...

Page 307: ...iner 6 Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the headlamp assembly Headlamp Aiming Your vehicle has a visual optical headlamp aiming system equipped with horizontal aim indicators The aim has been pr...

Page 308: ...pared as follows D The vehicle should be placed so the headlamps are 25 ft 7 6 m from a light colored wall or other flat surface D The vehicle must have all four tires on a perfectly level surface whi...

Page 309: ...lamps need only vertical up down adjustment follow only the vertical aiming procedure Adjustment screws can be turned with an E8 TorxR socket or T15 Torx screwdriver Headlamp Horizontal Aiming Turn th...

Page 310: ...the ground to the aim dot on each lamp if left low beam subtract two inches Record this distance 3 At the wall or other flat surface measure from the ground upward the recorded distance from step 2 an...

Page 311: ...xcessive heat build up which may cause damage to the headlamp 5 Turn the vertical aiming screw C until the headlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal tape line The top edge of the cut off should be posi...

Page 312: ...ing in the tab on the bulb assembly turn the assembly counterclockwise and remove it 2 Remove the old bulb by pulling it straight out of the retainer 3 Install the new bulb and turn the bulb assembly...

Page 313: ...Pull out the assembly 3 Push in the tab and turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it 4 Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out 5 Replace the bulb and reverse the steps to install the ass...

Page 314: ...bolts that hold the assembly in place 5 Pull out the bulb assembly 6 Turn the bulb socket one quarter turn counterclockwise while pressing it firmly 7 Pull the bulb socket straight out of the assembly...

Page 315: ...e windshield wiper arm away from the windshield 2 Push the tab on the wiper blade assembly and pull the assembly down enough to release it from the U hooked end of the wiper arm Slide the assembly awa...

Page 316: ...serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued D Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious in...

Page 317: ...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 Roug...

Page 318: ...x The check tire pressure 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 ma...

Page 319: ...e 45 to 90 minutes depending on your driving habits After the system has been calibrated the system will alert the driver that a tire is low up to a maximum speed of 65 mph 105 km h Tire Inspection an...

Page 320: ...n emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire in the Index When I...

Page 321: ...s with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires CAUTION Mixing tires could ca...

Page 322: ...fety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under contr...

Page 323: ...er separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give...

Page 324: ...sion in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement NOTICE The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling spee...

Page 325: ...dous Some are toxic Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space When you use anything fro...

Page 326: ...f a ring forms on fabric after spot cleaning clean the entire area immediately or it will set Using Cleaner on Fabric 1 Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt 2 Always clean a whole trim p...

Page 327: ...s product Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap and wipe dry with a soft cloth Then let the leather dry naturally Do not use heat to dry D For stubborn s...

Page 328: ...M Glass Cleaner or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index NOTICE Don t use abrasive cleaners...

Page 329: ...hs During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The paint finish on your vehicle prov...

Page 330: ...sive 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 leave swirl marks Foreign materials s...

Page 331: ...f off immediately after application Don t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes These brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels Clean...

Page 332: ...ey 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 the f...

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Page 334: ...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 parts...

Page 335: ...breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed or goes away Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combinati...

Page 336: ...dditional cover that you will need to lift to gain access to the fuses Fuse 22 or 23 can be moved to the outer position to provide continuous power to the auxiliary outlets or cigarette lighter when t...

Page 337: ...Sensor 21 Injector Bank 1 22 Auxiliary Power 23 Cigarette Lighter 24 Fog Lamps Daytime Running Lamps 25 Horn 26 Air Conditioner Clutch Micro Relays Usage 27 High Beam Headlamp 28 Low Beam Headlamp 29...

Page 338: ...rear seat cushion The battery s ground terminal and some 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 c...

Page 339: ...To reinstall the rear seat cushion do the following 1 Buckle the center passenger position safety belt then route the safety belts through the proper slots in the seat cushion Don t let the safety be...

Page 340: ...block See Removing the Rear Seat Cushion in the Index Minifuses Usage 1 Fuel Pump 2 HVAC Blower 3 Memory 4 Assembly Line Diagnostic Link 5 Rear Fog Lamps 6 Compact Disc CD 7 Driver s Door Module 8 Ai...

Page 341: ...8 Not Used 29 Ignition Switch 30 Instrument Panel 31 Right Front Heated Seat 32 Not Used 33 HVAC 34 Ignition 3 Rear Minifuses Usage 35 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 36 Turn Signal Hazard 37 HVAC Battery...

Page 342: ...l Control ELC Circuit Breakers Usage 56 Power Seats 57 Power Windows Mini Relays Usage 58 Cigar 59 Rear Defogger MaxiFuses Usage 60 Not Used 61 Rear Defog 62 Not Used 63 Audio Amplifier 64 Electronic...

Page 343: ...e given in English and metric conversions Please refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index for more information Engine Specifications VIN Engine Code K Type V6 Displacement 3 8 L Firing...

Page 344: ...alified technician Air Conditioning Refrigerant R 134a 2 2 lbs 1 0 kg Use Refrigerant Oil R 134a Systems Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Engine Air Cleaner Filter A1096C Passenger Compartment Air...

Page 345: ...dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 8 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 7 22 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7 31 P...

Page 346: ...t Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect...

Page 347: ...do the work If you want to get the service 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...

Page 348: ...you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perfor...

Page 349: ...ce taxi or other commercial application One of the reasons you should follow this schedule if you operate your vehicle under any of these conditions is that these conditions cause engine oil to break...

Page 350: ...ntervals only summarize maintenance services Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance on the following pages Long Trip Highway Definition Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none of...

Page 351: ...y 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Automatic Transaxle Service severe conditions only Long Trip Highway Intervals Every 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection Every 100 000 Miles 166 000...

Page 352: ...rces Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We how...

Page 353: ...ilter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset It is also important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level If the system is ever reset accide...

Page 354: ...ern and additional information See footnote See footnote 9 000 Miles 15 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote 12 000 M...

Page 355: ...passenger compartment air filter 18 000 Miles 30 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspec...

Page 356: ...or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote 30 000 Miles 50 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Ser...

Page 357: ...tern and additional information See footnote See footnote 39 000 Miles 65 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote 42 000...

Page 358: ...note j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km j Change automatic transaxle f...

Page 359: ...months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote...

Page 360: ...ion in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 63 000 Miles 105 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emi...

Page 361: ...ection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 75 000 Miles 125 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occ...

Page 362: ...ver occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote 84 000 Miles 140 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rot...

Page 363: ...ion pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 93 000 Miles 155 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnot...

Page 364: ...luid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous...

Page 365: ...cooling 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...

Page 366: ...es Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We howev...

Page 367: ...filter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset It is also important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level If the system is ever reset acci...

Page 368: ...st An Emission Control Service See footnote j If Equipped Replace passenger compartment air filter j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and addition...

Page 369: ...ngine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and add...

Page 370: ...railer towing 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...

Page 371: ...and additional information See footnote See footnote j Inspect engine accessory drive belt An Emission Control Service j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service 67 500 Miles 112...

Page 372: ...An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 90 000 Miles 150...

Page 373: ...ce 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 outside t...

Page 374: ...cooling 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 t...

Page 375: ...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 mixture if necessary See Engine...

Page 376: ...Blades Cleaning in the Index 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 v...

Page 377: ...n any other position your vehicle needs service Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could...

Page 378: ...e 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 brake D To check the parkin...

Page 379: ...d Seal Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts signs of wear or lack of lubrication Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for prope...

Page 380: ...r Throttle System Inspection Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding and for damaged or missing parts Replace parts as needed Replace any components that have high effort or excessive...

Page 381: ...DEX COOLR or HavolineR DEX COOLR Coolant See Engine Coolant in the Index Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11R Brake Fluid GM Part No 12377967 or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT...

Page 382: ...g requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hood and Door Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Fuel Door Glove Box Door Console Door and...

Page 383: ...vided 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 maintenance...

Page 384: ...7 40 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 385: ...7 41 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 386: ...7 42 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 387: ...action Procedure 8 4 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 7 Canadian Roadsid...

Page 388: ...s 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 ONE Dis...

Page 389: ...hy we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern STEP THREE Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle However if...

Page 390: ...are deaf hard of hearing or speech impaired and who use Text Telephones TTYs Buick has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center Any TTY user can communicate with Buick by dialing 1 8...

Page 391: ...00 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 toward aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may requ...

Page 392: ...convenience and security Buick s Roadside Assistance toll free number is staffed by a team of technically trained advisors who are available 24 hours a day 365 days a year We take anxiety out of uncer...

Page 393: ...ation D Vehicle model year and color D Mileage of vehicle D Vehicle Identification Number VIN D Vehicle license plate number Buick reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or...

Page 394: ...tion needs your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service unless of...

Page 395: ...local and rental vehicle provider requirements Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements insurance coverage credit card etc You are responsible for fuel usage charges and may also be...

Page 396: ...ING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Hig...

Page 397: ...r C Ottawa Ontario K1A 0N5 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this we certainly hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1...

Page 398: ...d intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warra...

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