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CAUTION:

Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a
vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much

until a

crash. During a crash a baby will become so
heavy you can’t hold it. For example, in a crash

CAUTION: (Continued)

at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12

lb. (5.5 kg) baby

will suddenly become a 240

lb. (110 kg) force on

your arms. The baby would be almost impossible
to hold.

Secure the baby in an infant restraint.

Summary of Contents for CENTURY 1999

Page 1: ...ferent 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 manual tells you how to keep your vehicle running properly and looking good 7 1 Maintenance Schedule This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use 8 1...

Page 2: ...ver 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 owner can use it We support voluntary technician certification For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual Aux propriétaires canadiens Vous pouvez vous procurer un exemplaire de ce guide e...

Page 3: ...the 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 could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do...

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 read other manuals you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE ...

Page 5: ...symbols 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 WINDSHIELD WASHER WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER VENTILATING FAN These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights ENGINE COOLANT TEMP BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM BRAKE COOLANT ENGINE OIL ...

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Page 7: ...re Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 10 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 11 Driver Position 1 18 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 19 Right Front Passenger Position 1 19 Air Bag System 1 26 Center Passenger Position 1 27 Rear Seat Passengers 1 31 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults 1 34 Children 1 37 Child Restraints 1 50 Larger Childr...

Page 8: ...iver 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 Way Manual Seat Lift the bar under the front of the seat using an upward motion This will unlock the seat Slide the seat to where you want it and release the bar Try to move the seat with your body t...

Page 9: ...shion To move the seat forward or rearward push the switch forward or rearward To raise or lower the entire seat push the switch up or down To raise or lower the front portion of your seat push the front of the switch up or down To raise or lower the rear portion of your seat push the rear of the switch up or down Reclining Front Seatbacks Lift the lever to release the seatback then move the seatb...

Page 10: ...rash 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 This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly Head Restra...

Page 11: ...be 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 extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any ...

Page 12: ... 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 killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as ...

Page 13: ...yellowblue 1 7 Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop ...

Page 14: ...yellowblue 1 8 The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel ...

Page 15: ...y 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 should I have to wear safety belts A Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of the...

Page 16: ...e 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 size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle see the pa...

Page 17: ...oor 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 the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks ...

Page 18: ...shoulder 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 the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These p...

Page 19: ...e 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 squeezing the release lever to make sure it has locked into position Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck b...

Page 20: ...r 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 injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body ...

Page 21: ...TION 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 could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you ...

Page 22: ...ou can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen ...

Page 23: ... 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 so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it ...

Page 24: ...door 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 injured if they don t wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy ...

Page 25: ...he same way as the driver s safety 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 and start again Air Bag System This part explains the air bag system Your vehicle has Next Generation frontal air bags one air bag for the driver and another air bag f...

Page 26: ... t designed to inflate at all in rollover 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 past Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there s an air bag for that person CAUTION Air bags inflate with great force faster tha...

Page 27: ...stem 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 manual called Children and see the caution labels on the sunvisors and the right front passenger s safety belt There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows the air bag symbol Th...

Page 28: ...blue 1 22 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 s side ...

Page 29: ...o that it can be somewhat above or below this range If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The air bag is not designed to inflate in rollovers side impacts or rear impacts because inflation would not help the occupant In any particular crash no one can say whether an air bag should have inflated simply because of the damag...

Page 30: ...me The parts of the bag that come into contact with you may be warm but not too hot to touch There will be some smoke and dust coming from vents in the deflated air bags Air bag inflation doesn t prevent the driver from seeing or from being able to steer the vehicle nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle CAUTION When an air bag inflates there is dust in the air This dust could cause brea...

Page 31: ...ront passenger s air bag Do not open or break the air bag coverings Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle You don t want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle Your dealer and the Century Service Manual have information about servicing your vehic...

Page 32: ...Lap Belt If your vehicle has a bench seat someone can sit in the center position When you sit in a center seating position you have a lap safety belt which has no retractor To make the belt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt ...

Page 33: ...button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to Rear Seat Passengers It s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who aren t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in...

Page 34: ...have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one properly 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 to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly ...

Page 35: ...l lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again 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 safety belt quickly if you ever had to 3 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part ...

Page 36: ...s could cause serious or even fatal 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 crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward...

Page 37: ...wn child restraints and for small adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide pulls the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for smaller adults the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulder belts Here s how to install a co...

Page 38: ...ge of the seatback and the interior body to remove the guide from its storage clip 2 Slide the guide under and past the belt 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 ...

Page 39: ...r Positions earlier in this section Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses 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 the guide onto the clip Rotate the guide and clip inward and in between the seatback and the interior body leaving only the loop ...

Page 40: ...ained 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 vehicle has Next Generation frontal air bags Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor i...

Page 41: ...hild 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 is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body In a frontal crash an infant in a rear facing restraint settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across ...

Page 42: ...il 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 lb 110 kg force on your arms The baby would be almost impossible to hold Secure the baby in an infant restraint ...

Page 43: ...es 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 An infant car bed A is a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle It s an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface With an infant car bed make...

Page 44: ...restraints 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 a frontal crash Some infant seats come in two parts the base stays secured in the vehicle and the seat part is removable ...

Page 45: ...These 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 convertible restraint is designed to be used either as a rear facing infant seat or a forward facing child seat ...

Page 46: ...to 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 booster seats without shields use lap shoulder belts Booster seats can also help a child to see out the window ...

Page 47: ...cement copy from the manufacturer Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear 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 CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be s...

Page 48: ... you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle even when no child is in it Top Strap Canadian law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top strap and that the strap be anchored Ify...

Page 49: ... restraint when and as the instructions 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 instructions will show you how 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 p...

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 child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure ...

Page 51: ...nstructions say CAUTION A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured or killed by the right front passenger air bag if it inflates even though your vehicle has Next Generation frontal air bags Never secure a child restraint in the center front seat It s always better to secure a child restraint in the rear seat You may secure a forward facing child restraint in the ri...

Page 52: ...w 4 Buckle 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 To tighten the belt pull its free end 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 child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child re...

Page 53: ... passenger air bag Never put a rear facing child restraint in this seat Here s why CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s air bag inflates even though your vehicle has Next Generation frontal air bags This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Always secure a re...

Page 54: ...cle has a right front passenger air bag always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward facing child restraint See Seats in the Index 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 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 instructions will show you how If the shoulder belt goes in fron...

Page 55: ...child restraint You may find it helpful to use 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 the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger...

Page 56: ...ndow 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 they need to use the safety belts properly D Children who aren t buckled up can be thrown out in a crash D Children who aren t buckled up can strike other people who are ...

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 upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child is sitting in a rear seat outside position see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides in the Index If the child is so small that the shoulder ...

Page 58: ...e 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 the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash ...

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 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 maintenance Replacing Restraint System Parts Afte...

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Page 61: ...rting Your V6 Engine 2 19 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 20 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 25 Parking Brake 2 26 Shifting Into PARK P 2 28 Shifting Out of PARK P 2 29 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 30 Engine Exhaust 2 30 Running Your Engine While You re Parked 2 31 Windows 2 32 Horn 2 32 TILT WHEELtAdjustable Steering Column 2 33 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 2 38 Exterior Lamps 2 40 Inte...

Page 62: ...n 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 Don t leave the keys in a vehicle with children ...

Page 63: ...d 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 Your vehicle has a number of features that can help prevent theft But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keys inside You may even have to damage your vehicle t...

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 whenever you drive your vehicle There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside use your door key or remote keyless entry transmitter From the inside to lock or unlock the door ...

Page 65: ...t 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 on the brake pedal Mode 3 Automatic all door lock when the transaxle is shifted out of PARK P Automatic all door unlock when the transaxle is shifted into PARK P Automatic door relock when any door i...

Page 66: ...e 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 the vehicle will enter operating Mode 1 When the door lock switch is released the vehicle will remain in the most recent operating mode Disconnecting the vehicle s battery for up to a year will not c...

Page 67: ...the 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 the ignition you could still lock your keys inside your vehicle Always remember to take your keys with you Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle take your keys open your door and set the ...

Page 68: ... transmitter to work try this D Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary See the instructions 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 signal Take a few steps to the left or right hold the transmitter higher and try again D If you ...

Page 69: ... programming of the lock and unlock operating modes are independent of each other The following modes are available for either lock or unlock verification Mode 1 No Verification Mode 2 Horn Chirp only Mode 3 Headlamp Flash only Mode 4 Horn Chirp and Headlamp Flash The operating mode of the Security Feedback lock feature will be changed when you perform the following sequence with your vehicle s do...

Page 70: ...the programmed mode of the lock and unlock Security Feedback features Delayed Locking Delayed Locking allows the doors to be locked while passengers are exiting the vehicle This feature also provides a brief time period after all the doors are closed but before the doors are locked in which the doors may be reopened Delayed Locking is user programmable for enabling or disabling the feature Delayed...

Page 71: ... move the shift lever out of and back into PARK P After an initial transaxle cycle each additional cycle will toggle the enable disable state of the Delayed Locking feature During this procedure the chime will sound providing you with feedback In Mode 1 a single chime will be heard if the Delayed Locking feature is disabled In Mode 2 two chimes will be heard if the feature is enabled When the door...

Page 72: ...d Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have only four transmitters matched to it Battery Replacement Under normal use the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about three years You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won t work at the normal range in any location If you have to get clos...

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 keyless entry system The transmitter does not send the same signal twice to the receiver The receiver will not respond to a signal it has previously been sent This prevents someone from recording and playi...

Page 74: ...em 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 Theft Vehicle theft is big business especially in some cities Although your vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal However...

Page 75: ... II Personalized Automotive Security System theft deterrent system PASS Key II is a passive theft deterrent system It works when you insert or remove the key from the ignition PASS Key II uses a resistor pellet in the ignition key that matches a decoder in your vehicle When the PASS Key II system senses that someone is using the wrong key it shuts down the vehicle s starter and fuel systems For ab...

Page 76: ...ble to restart your engine if you turn it off Your PASS Key II system however is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS Key II system If you lose or damage a PASS Key II ignition key see your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS Key II to have a new key made In an emergency call the Buick Premium Roadside Assistance Center at 1 800 ...

Page 77: ...will stay locked LOCK B Before you put the key into the ignition switch the switch is in LOCK It s also the only position from which you can remove your key This position locks your ignition steering wheel and transaxle It s a theft deterrent feature OFF C This position lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel It doesn t lock the steering wheel Use OFF if you must have your v...

Page 78: ...her position that s a safety feature To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only NOTICE Don t try to shift to PARK P if your vehicle is moving If you do you could damage the transaxle Shift to PARK P only when your vehicle is stopped 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 engi...

Page 79: ...ries you could change the way the engine operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If you don t your engine might not perform properly If you ever have to have your vehicle towed see the part of this manual that tells how to do it without damaging your vehicle See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped In very cold weather 0_F 18_C or colder the...

Page 80: ...y duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts If you don t it could be damaged How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in The answer depends on the outside temperature the kind of oil you have and some other things Instead of trying to list everythi...

Page 81: ...you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index Make sure the shift lever is f...

Page 82: ...r engine doesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed CAUTION Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N while your engine is racing running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal your vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or objects Don t shift...

Page 83: ...ith a transaxle system sensor If you drive very far that way your vehicle can be damaged So if this happens have your vehicle serviced right away Until then you can use SECOND 2 when you are driving less than 35 mph 55 km h and AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE B for higher speeds THIRD 3 This position is also used for normal driving but it offers more power and lower fuel economy than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE B Her...

Page 84: ...r you can damage your engine FIRST 1 This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the shift lever is put in FIRST 1 the transaxle won t shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough NOTICE If your front wheels can t rotate don t try to drive This might happen if you were stuck in very deep...

Page 85: ...our left foot the parking brake pedal will follow it to the released position A warning chime will sound if the parking brake is set the ignition is on and the shift lever is not in PARK P or NEUTRAL N NOTICE Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat You may have to replace them and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle If you are towing a trailer and par...

Page 86: ...ine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when 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 your left foot 2 Move the shift lever into the PARK P position like this D Pull the ...

Page 87: ...th the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could be injured Don t leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you have to If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running be sure your vehicle is in PARK P and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it After you ve moved the shift ...

Page 88: ...fore you release the parking brake If torque lock does occur you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transaxle so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of PARK P CAUTION Before shifting out of PARK P you must fully apply your regular brakes Your vehicle can roll If you have left the engine running t...

Page 89: ...wn but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the ignition key to OFF 2 Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4 3 Shift to NEUTRAL N 4 Start the engine and shift to the drive gear you want 5 Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you can Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite Don t park over papers leaves ...

Page 90: ...is 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 engine running But if you ever have to here are some things to know CAUTION Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle see the earlier Ca...

Page 91: ...be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move 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 a Trailer in the Index Windows Power Windows Switches on the driver s door ...

Page 92: ...to stop front and rear passengers from using their window switches The driver can still control all the windows with the lock 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 tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive...

Page 93: ... down When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically An arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change To signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash Hold it there until you complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it If the arrow flashes faster than normal as you signal a ...

Page 94: ...hat you hear a click If your headlamps are off or on low beam your high beam headlamps will turn on They ll stay on as long as you hold the lever toward you and the high beam indicator on the dash will come on Release the lever to turn the high beam headlamps flash off Windshield Wipers You control the windshield wipers by turning the band marked WIPER For a single wiping cycle turn the band to MI...

Page 95: ...f the multifunction lever there s a paddle with the word PUSH on it To spray washer fluid on the windshield push the paddle The wipers will run for several sweeps and then either stop or return to your preset speed See Windshield Washer Fluid in the Index CAUTION In freezing weather don t use your washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield block...

Page 96: ...enhanced traction system begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage See Enhanced Traction System in the Index When road conditions 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 button and go into cruise when you don t want...

Page 97: ...until 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 this your vehicle will go about 1 mph 1 6 km h faster The accelerate feature will only work after you set the cruise control speed by pushing the SET COAST button Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Con...

Page 98: ...lls 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 switch to OFF Erasing Cruise Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition or shift into PARK P or NEUTRAL N your cruise control set speed memory is erased Exterior Lamps The lamp controls are located on the instrument panel They control these syste...

Page 99: ...amps will turn off and your vehicle s headlamps and parking lamps will turn on The other lamps that come on with your headlamps will also come on When it s bright enough outside your headlamps will go off and your front turn signal lamps will come on To idle your vehicle with the DRL off set the parking brake while the ignition is in OFF or LOCK Then start your vehicle The DRL headlamps and parkin...

Page 100: ...fter releasing the door unlock switch a single chime will be heard if the Delayed Headlamp Illumination function has been disabled two chimes will be heard if the feature has been enabled Disconnecting the vehicle s battery for up to a year will not change the programmed operation of this feature Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness Control You can brighten or dim the instrument panel lights...

Page 101: ...yed Entry Lighting feature will continue to work until D the ignition is in RUN or D the doors are locked or D an illumination period of 25 seconds has elapsed If during the illumination period a door is opened the timed illumination period will be 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...

Page 102: ...ll automatically turn off after 20 minutes if the ignition is in OFF The lamps won t come back on again until you D turn the ignition on D turn the lamp switch off then on or D open a door Note that if your vehicle has less than 15 miles 25 km on the odometer the battery saver will turn off the lamps after only three minutes Retained Accessory Power If Equipped With retained accessory power your p...

Page 103: ...ctrochromic feature off press the button in the center of the mirror again To keep the photocells operating well occasionally clean them with a cotton swab and glass cleaner Power Outside Foldaway Mirrors The power mirror control switches are located near the driver s side window on the armrest To choose either the left or right outside mirror move the top switch from left through neutral to right...

Page 104: ...ure is particularly useful in automatic car washes Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger s side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat CAUTION A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or g...

Page 105: ...enter front ashtray is located on the instrument panel just below the comfort controls To remove the ashtray open the lid and lift it out The rear ashtray is located within a small door at the back of your vehicle s front seat armrest Push on the right side of the door The ashtray will then rotate to the right for usage You can only access the ashtray by pushing on the door s right side To remove ...

Page 106: ... located on the passenger s side of the vehicle under the glove box and is labeled with a wire function and fuse rating For information on accessing the connection and electrical hookup please refer to your service manual To order a service manual see Service Publications Ordering in the Index NOTICE Adding some electrical equipment to your vehicle can damage it or keep other things from working a...

Page 107: ...feature To close the astroroof push and hold the front of the switch until the sunroof motor stops The sunshade can only be closed by hand OnStarR Option Your vehicle s electrical wiring will accommodate dealer installation of OnStar The following services are available 24 hours a day D Emergency Services Button D Roadside Service with Location D Automatic Notification of Air Bag Deployment D Stol...

Page 108: ...yellowblue 2 48 The Instrument Panel Your Information System A Lamp Controls B Instrument Cluster C Vents D Glove Box E Audio System F Climate Controls ...

Page 109: ...d 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 and many other things you need to drive safely and economically ...

Page 110: ...ometer if the button is pressed and released within 1 5 seconds If the button is pressed and held for longer than 1 5 seconds while in the trip odometer mode it will be reset to zero If the button is pressed and held for longer than 1 5 seconds while in the odometer mode it will have no effect Warning Lights Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your ...

Page 111: ...ight will come on Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows the air bag symbol The system checks the air bag s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem The system check includes the air bag modules the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module For more information on the air bag system se...

Page 112: ...For good braking though you need both parts working well If the warning light comes on there is a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem If the light comes on while you are driving pull off the road and stop careful...

Page 113: ...ht still stays on or comes on again while you re driving the anti lock brake system needs service and you don t have anti lock brakes The brake pedal may be harder to push or it may go to the floor It may take longer to stop Adjust your driving accordingly The anti lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it...

Page 114: ...SECOND 2 and the warning light stays on after your parking brake is fully released it means there s a problem with the system D If the traction control system is affected by an engine related problem the system will turn off and the warning light will come on When this warning light is on the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly Enhanced Traction System Active Light The...

Page 115: ...so 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 when the Enhanced Traction System is active Engine Coolant Temperature Light This light tells you that your engine coolant has overheated or your radiator cooling fan is not working The light should come on briefly when your ignition is turned on to show you tha...

Page 116: ...r normal driving conditions you should pull off the road 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 COOLANT light comes on your system is low on coolant and the engine may overheat See Engine Coolant in the Index and have your vehicle serviced...

Page 117: ...ted or if the vehicle is moving faster than 60 mph 95 km h When the LOW TIRE light comes on you should stop as soon as you can and check all your tires for damage If a tire is flat see If a Tire Goes Flat in the Index Also check the tire pressure in all four tires as soon as you can See Inflation Tire Pressure in the Index The light will stay on until you turn off the ignition or reset the system ...

Page 118: ...e This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while your emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty NOTICE Modifications made ...

Page 119: ...steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park your vehicle Turn the key off wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine If the light remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light is still flashing follow the previous steps and drive the vehicle to your dealer or qualifi...

Page 120: ...rience one or more of these conditions change the fuel brand you use It will require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off If none of the above steps have made the light 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 developed ...

Page 121: ...efly 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 dipstick See Engine Oil in the Index If the light does not flash have the low oil level sensor system repaired so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem The oil level monitoring system only chec...

Page 122: ...ome 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 KeyR II system to read the resistor pellet See PASS Key II in the Index If the resistor pellet is damaged or missing the light will come on If you re ever driving and the SECURITY light comes on you will be able to restart your engine if you turn it of...

Page 123: ...n to show that it is working properly Low Washer Fluid Warning Light The LOW WASH light will come on when your windshield washers are working and the fluid container is low The light will also come on briefly when your ignition is turned on to show that it is working properly Door Trunk Ajar Warning Light The DOOR TRUNK light will come on if your trunk or any door is not completely closed Fuel Gag...

Page 124: ...full but it took more or less than half of the tank s capacity to fill it D The gage pointer may move while cornering braking or speeding up D The gage may not indicate EMPTY E when the ignition is turned off Low Fuel Light If your fuel is low a circular light on your instrument panel will come on and stay on and a chime will sound periodically until you add fuel It will also come on for a few sec...

Page 125: ...11 Audio Systems 3 11 Setting the Clock 3 12 AM FM Stereo 3 14 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player If Equipped 3 17 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped 3 21 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Automatic Tone Control If Equipped 3 26 Theft Deterrent Feature If Equipped 3 29 Audio Steering Wheel Controls If Equipped 3 30 Understan...

Page 126: ...temperature of the air coming through the system Turn this knob toward red clockwise for warmer air Turn it toward blue counterclockwise for cooler air Mode Knob The right knob has several settings to control the direction of airflow MAX This setting recirculates much of the air inside your vehicle and sends it through the instrument panel outlets The air conditioning compressor will run automatic...

Page 127: ... most of the air through the defroster and side window vents Some of the air also goes to the floor ducts The air conditioning compressor will run automatically in this setting unless the outside temperature is below 40_F 4_C Air Conditioning On very hot days open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape This reduces the time for the vehicle to cool down For a quick cool down on very h...

Page 128: ...ow through ventilation system described later in this section Defogging and Defrosting Your system has two settings for clearing the front and side windows To defrost the windows quickly use FRONT with the temperature knob all the way in the red area To warm passengers while keeping the windows clear use BLEND Dual ComforTemp Climate Control If Equipped With this system the driver and passenger ca...

Page 129: ...it through the instrument panel outlets The air conditioning compressor will run automatically in this setting unless the outside temperature is below 40_F 4_C Even when the compressor is running you can control the temperature BI LEV This setting brings in outside air and directs it two ways Half of the air is directed through the instrument panel outlets Most of the remaining air is directed thr...

Page 130: ...system will bring in outside air and direct it to your upper body while sending slightly warmed air to your lower body You may notice this temperature difference more at some times than others Heating On cold days use HTR with the temperature knob and lever all the way in the red area The system will bring in outside air heat it and send it to the floor ducts If your vehicle has an engine coolant ...

Page 131: ... system when the light on the DUAL button isn t lit If the DUAL button light is lit this master temperature control sets the temperatureforthedriveronly Presstheuparrowto raisethe temperature and press the down arrow to lower the temperature The display will show your selection for a few seconds then the outside temperature will be displayed If you push the AUTO button the system will control the ...

Page 132: ...st of the remaining air is directed through the floor ducts and a little to the defroster and side window vents D MID This setting directs air through the instrument panel outlets D FLOOR This setting sends most of the air through the ducts near the floor The rest comes out of the defroster and side window vents FRONT This setting brings in outside air and directs most of the air through the defro...

Page 133: ... and side windows To defrost the windows quickly press the FRONT button set the temperature to 90_F 32_C select high fan speed and turn the DUAL button off To warm passengers while keeping the windows clear push the AIR FLOW button until WINDSHIELD FLOOR appears in the display Select fan speed for comfort and windshield clearing performance Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warm...

Page 134: ...ty Ventilation System Adjust the direction of airflow by moving the vents Your vehicle s flow through ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when it is moving Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the air conditioning fan is running If the airflow seems very low when the fan is adjusted to the highest setting regardless of the mode setting your passenger compartment air fi...

Page 135: ...air path under the front seats clear of objects This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle Audio Systems Your Delco Electronics audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first Find out what your Delco Electronics system can do and how to operate all its controls to be sur...

Page 136: ...lay flashes If you press the knob when the ignition is off the clock will show for a few seconds Finding a Station AM FM Press the AM FM button to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 The display shows your selection TUNE Turn the lower knob to choose radio stations SEEK Press the right or left arrow to go to the next higher or lower station and stay there The sound will mute while seeking SCAN Press one...

Page 137: ...few seconds then go on to the next preset station Press P SCAN again to stop scanning The radio will not stop at a preset station if the station is weak Setting the Tone BASS Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to increase or decrease bass TREB Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to increase or decrease treble If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease t...

Page 138: ... knob until the display flashes If you press the knob when the ignition is off the clock will show for a few seconds Finding a Station AM FM Press the lower knob to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 The display shows your selection TUNE Turn the lower knob to choose radio stations SEEK Press the right or left arrow to go to the next higher or lower station and stay there The sound will mute while seek...

Page 139: ...ting the Tone BASS Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to increase or decrease bass TREB Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to increase or decrease treble If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them Adjusting the Speakers BAL Turn the control behind the upper knob to ...

Page 140: ...er is working properly D E11 The tape is broken Try a new tape If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected 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 selection on the tape Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between...

Page 141: ...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 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player in the Index After you clean the player press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator The radio will display to show the indicator was reset AM FM St...

Page 142: ... Use SCAN to listen to stations for a few seconds The radio will go to a station stop 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 your favorite stations You can set up to 18 stations six AM six FM1 and six FM2 Just 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press AM FM...

Page 143: ...y 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 Adjusting the Speakers BAL Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers FADE Press t...

Page 144: ...rrected 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 selection on the tape Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for PREV to work The sound will mute while seeking NEXT 2 Press this button to search for the next selec...

Page 145: ... CLN If 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 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player in the Index After you clean the player press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator The radio will display to show the indicator was reset AM...

Page 146: ...tation 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 return to your favorite stations You can set up to 18 stations six AM six FM1 and six FM2 Just 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press AM FM to select the band 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press TONE to select th...

Page 147: ...ill 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 the knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers FADE Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to move the sound to the fr...

Page 148: ...tion on the tape Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each 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 Press it again to return to playing speed The radio will play while the tape reverses 4 Press this button to advance...

Page 149: ...e radio is off first press EJECT or RECALL If you re driving on a very rough road or if it s very hot the disc may not play and an error code may appear on the display When things get back to normal the disc should play If the disc 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 ...

Page 150: ...ow on the display EJECT Press this button to remove the disc The radio will play If you turn off the ignition or radio with a disc in the player it will stay in the player When you turn on the ignition or system the disc will start playing where it stopped if it was the last selected audio source Also as a protection feature if a CD is ejected and left in the player it will be pulled back in the p...

Page 151: ...IN again to make the last two digits agree with your code 7 Press HRS to make the first one or two digits agree with your code 8 Press AM FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the secret code you have written down The display will show REP to let you know that you need to repeat Steps 5 through 7 to confirm your secret code 9 Press AM FM and this time the display will show SEC to let y...

Page 152: ...ld them down until SEC shows on the display 4 Press MIN and 000 will appear on the display 5 Press MIN again to make the last two digits agree with your code 6 Press HRS to make the first one or two digits agree with your code 7 Press AM FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the secret code you have written down The display will show indicating that the radio is no longer secured If th...

Page 153: ... works as the PSCAN button on your radio It will scan through each of the preset radio stations If a preset radio station has weak reception the radio will not stop at the preset station Press SCAN again to stop scanning AM FM Press this button to choose AM FM1 or FM2 If a cassette tape or compact disc is playing press this button to stop it and the radio will play SRCE Press this button to change...

Page 154: ...to higher volumes of sound Sound that seems normal can be loud and harmful to your hearing Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearing loss or damage D Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting D Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOTICE Before you add any sound equipmen...

Page 155: ...is the use of a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your dealership GM Part No 12344789 When using a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette it is normal for the cassette to eject because your unit is equipped with a cut tape detection feature and ...

Page 156: ...nd If the mast is badly bent as it might be by vandals you should replace it Check every once in a while to be sure the mast is still tightened to the fender Backglass Antenna If Equipped Your AM FM antenna is integrated with your rear window defogger located in the rear window Be sure that the inside surface of the rear window is not scratched and that the lines on the glass are not damaged If th...

Page 157: ...t the inside surfaces of the front windshield and rear window are not scratched and that the lines on the glass are not damaged If the inside surfaces are damaged they could interfere with radio reception Also for proper radio reception the antenna connector at the top center of the front windshield and the antenna connector at the top center of the rear window need to be properly attached to the ...

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Page 159: ...ve Driving 4 3 Drunken Driving 4 6 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 10 Steering 4 12 Off Road Recovery 4 13 Passing 4 14 Loss of Control 4 15 Driving at Night 4 17 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 20 City Driving 4 21 Freeway Driving 4 22 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 23 Highway Hypnosis 4 23 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 25 Winter Driving 4 29 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 30 Loading Your Vehic...

Page 160: ...ost preventable 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 going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone...

Page 161: ...drink 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 But what if people do How much is too much if the driver plans to drive It s a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on t...

Page 162: ...In 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 as we ve seen it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks and how quickly the person drinks them But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0 10 percent Research shows that the drivi...

Page 163: ...lcohol 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 person s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking CAUTION Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness ...

Page 164: ... 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 with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a vehicle moving at 60 mph 100 km h travels 66...

Page 165: ... 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 brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brakes ABS Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid When you start your engine...

Page 166: ...own 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 is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and contro...

Page 167: ... 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 reduces engine power and may also upshift the transaxle to limit wheel spin This light will come on when your Enhanced Traction System is limiting wheel spin See Enhanced Traction System Active Light in the Index You may feel or hear the system working but this i...

Page 168: ...miting wheel spin when you turn the system off the warning light will come on but the system won t turn off right away It will wait until there s no longer a current need to limit wheel spin Also if you set the parking brake the system will turn off You can turn the system back on at any time by shifting to OVERDRIVE B or THIRD 3 The Enhanced Traction System warning light should go off Braking in ...

Page 169: ...hicle the way you want it to go and slow down Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed Of course the posted speeds are based on good weather and road conditions Under less favorable conditions you ll want to go slower If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve do it before you enter the curve while your front wheels are straight ahead Try to adjust your sp...

Page 170: ...le is a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you re driving If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Ease off the accelerator and then if there is nothing in the way steer so that yo...

Page 171: ...ally indicates it s all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic D Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you re awaiting an opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces your area of vision especially if you re following a larger vehicle...

Page 172: ...s brakes steering and acceleration don t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked In any emergency don t give up Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger Skidding In a skid a driver can lose control of the vehicle Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by not ove...

Page 173: ...eration or braking including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding Learn to recognize warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt Remember Any anti lock brake system ABS helps avoid o...

Page 174: ...ses at night They may cut down on glare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to readjust 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 stari...

Page 175: ...et 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 harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavement markings the edge of the road and even people walking It s wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield wash...

Page 176: ...kes Try to avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They won t work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally ...

Page 177: ...ydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds There just isn t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining Driving Through Deep Standing Water NOTICE If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the un...

Page 178: ... Get a 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 See the next part Freeway Driving D Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you st...

Page 179: ... merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it s slower Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass Before changing lanes check your mirrors Then use y...

Page 180: ...ice have it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in Buick dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check before a trip D Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir full Are all windows clean inside and outside D Wiper Blades Are they in good shape D Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids...

Page 181: ...n leave 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 ventilated with a comfortably cool interior D Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently D If you get sleepy pull off th...

Page 182: ...TRAL 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 would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always 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 c...

Page 183: ...scraper 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 driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle ...

Page 184: ...ce Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all You can get wet ice when it s about 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 caution Accelerate gentl...

Page 185: ...s where 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 ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you re actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If You re Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow...

Page 186: ... can t 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 to time to be sure snow doesn t collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that s away from the wind This will help keep CO out Run your engine only as long as you must...

Page 187: ...eational Vehicle Towing You can tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for use at your destination Be sure to use the proper towing equipment designed for recreational towing Follow the instructions for the towing equipment NOTICE Towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground will damage drivetrain components To tow your vehicle follow these steps 1 Put the front wheels on a dolly 2 Put ...

Page 188: ...an carry 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 edge of the driver s door It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and carg...

Page 189: ... suitcases tools packages or anything else they will go as fast as the vehicle goes 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 things in the trunk of your vehicle In a trunk put them as far forward as you can Try to spread the weight evenly D Never...

Page 190: ... should 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 and fuel economy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has to be used properly That s the reason for this part In it are many time tested important trailering tips and safety...

Page 191: ...km h and don t make starts at full throttle This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads D Obey speed limit restrictions 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 with weight D the weight of the trailer D the ...

Page 192: ... 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 Vehicle in the Index for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity If you re using a weight carrying hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 percent of the total loaded trailer weig...

Page 193: ...aust 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 the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trai...

Page 194: ...aking 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 before you can return to your lane Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand Then to move the trailer to the left just move that hand to the left To move the trailer to the right mo...

Page 195: ...t 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 possibility of engine and transaxle overheating If you are towing a trailer you may want to drive in DRIVE D instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE B or as you need to a lower gear Parking on Hills CAUTION You ...

Page 196: ...ou 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 cooling system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re trailering it s a good idea to review this information before you start your ...

Page 197: ...blems 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 12 Cooling System 5 20 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 21 Changing a Flat Tire 5 32 Compact Spare Tire 5 33 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow ...

Page 198: ... 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 flashers press the switch again When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set one up at the side of the road...

Page 199: ...u NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty The ACDelco FreedomR battery in your vehicle has a built in hydrometer Do not charge test or jump start the battery if the hydrometer looks clear or light yellow Replace the battery when there is a clear or light yellow hydrometer and a cranking complaint Trying to start your vehic...

Page 200: ...n 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 sparks and help save both batteries In addition it could save your radio NOTICE If you leave your radio on it could be badly damaged The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty 4 Open the hoods a...

Page 201: ...ch 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 need to add water to the ACDelco FreedomR battery installed in every new GM vehicle But if a battery has filler caps be sure the right amount of fluid is there If it is low add water to take care of tha...

Page 202: ... 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 moving parts once the engine is running 7 Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Don t let th...

Page 203: ...e 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 a while 12 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service 13 Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting Take care...

Page 204: ...cia 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 lift or car carrier equipment Additional ramping may be required for car carrier equipment Don t have your vehicle towed on the drive wheels unless you must If the vehicle must be towed on the drive ...

Page 205: ...ituation Should an overheated engine condition exist an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of three cylinders helps prevent engine damage In this mode you will notice a significant loss in power and engine performance The low coolant light may come on and the temperature gage will indicate an overheat condition exists Towing a trailer in the overheat protection mode should be ...

Page 206: ... there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool NOTICE If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can be badly damaged The costly repairs wou...

Page 207: ... 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 longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning doesn t come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If there s still no...

Page 208: ...diator 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 and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down ...

Page 209: ... radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Don t touch them If you do you can be burned Don t run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle NOTICE Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn t covered by your warranty See Overheated ...

Page 210: ...ng If they aren t your vehicle needs service How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven t found a problem yet but the coolant level isn t at the COLD mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR engine coolant at the coolant recovery tank See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous...

Page 211: ...ant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the 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 thing you can try You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is coo...

Page 212: ...adly 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 hot Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap ...

Page 213: ... 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 there is still some pressure left 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap but now push down as you turn it Remove the pressure cap CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Cool...

Page 214: ...ube 4 Fill the radiator with 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 an air bleed valve close the valve Otherwise close the valves after the radiator is filled 5 Rinse or wipe any spilled coolant from the engine and the compartment ...

Page 215: ...essure cap off 8 Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fans 9 By this time the coolant level inside the radiator 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 ...

Page 216: ... have a blowout here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly Steer to maintain lane position and then gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane A rear blowout particularly on a curve acts much like a skid and...

Page 217: ...nd 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 even more certain the vehicle won t move you can put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side of the vehicle at the o...

Page 218: ... 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 counterclockwise to remove it Then lift and remove the cover 2 Remove the spare tire ...

Page 219: ...lowblue 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 wrench C ...

Page 220: ... 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 wheel wrench if needed you can finish loosening them with your fingers Then using the flat end of the wheel wrench pry along the edge of the wheel cover until it comes off Be careful the edge may be sh...

Page 221: ...nder 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 your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper ...

Page 222: ...es 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 of the rear wheel opening or just behind the off set as shown Put the compact spare tire near you ...

Page 223: ...s 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 an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use...

Page 224: ...ome 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 hub 10 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise Lower the jack completely ...

Page 225: ...n 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 tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification Don t try to put the wheel cover on your compact spare tire It won t fit Store the wheel cover in the trunk until you h...

Page 226: ...e 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 surface damage Use the extension and protector guide located in the foam holder To store a full size tire place the tire valve stem facing down and then remove the protector guide and attach the retainer...

Page 227: ...e 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 to calibrate your low tire pressure system after you replace your compact spare tire with a full sized one See Low Tire Inflation Monitor in the Index 1 Retainer 2 Cover 3 Retainer full size tire 4 Co...

Page 228: ...See 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 as you can Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again NOTICE When the compact spare is installed don t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails...

Page 229: ... 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 wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels You should turn the Enhanced Traction System off See Enhanced Traction System in the Index Then shift back and forth between REVERSE R and a forward gea...

Page 230: ...yellowblue 5 34 NOTES ...

Page 231: ...r Compartment Air Filter 6 18 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 21 Engine Coolant 6 24 Power Steering Fluid 6 26 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 27 Brakes 6 30 Battery 6 31 Bulb Replacement 6 40 Tires 6 50 Appearance Care 6 50 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 6 53 Cleaning Glass Surfaces 6 53 Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades 6 53 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle 6 55 Cleaning Alu...

Page 232: ...k 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 manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle in the Index You sh...

Page 233: ... recommended that the gasoline meet specifications which have been developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association AAMA and endorsed by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Manufacturers Association for better vehicle performance and engine protection Gasolines meeting the AAMA specification could provide improved driveability and emission control system performance compared to other gasoline...

Page 234: ...your service station operator whether or not the fuel contains MMT General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines If fuels containing MMT are used spark plug life may be reduced and your emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on If this occurs return to your authorized Buick dealer for service To provide cle...

Page 235: ...to club or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you ll be driving You can also write us at the following address for advice Just tell us where you re going and give your Vehicle Identification Number VIN General Motors Overseas Distribution Corporation 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Filling Your Tank CAUTION Gasoline vapor is highly flammable It burns ...

Page 236: ...filler cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel filler cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill gasoline Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle in the Index When you put the cap back on turn it to the righ...

Page 237: ...ainer while it is in your vehicle Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs To help avoid injury to you and others D Dispense gasoline only into approved containers D Do not fill a container while it is inside a vehicle in a vehicle s trunk pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground D Bring ...

Page 238: ...ep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like gasoline oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine ...

Page 239: ...e 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 hood release Lift the hood ...

Page 240: ...id 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 Fill Cap H Engine Oil Dipstick I Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick J Brake Fluid Reservoir K Engine Air Cleaner Filter ...

Page 241: ...il Level Light in the Index You should check your engine oil level regularly this is an added reminder 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 must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick handle is the yellow loop near the front of the engine Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to...

Page 242: ...If the oil is at or below the ADD mark then you ll need to add at least one quart of oil But you must use the right kind This part explains what kind of oil to use For crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications 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 co...

Page 243: ... identified by looking for the Starburst symbol This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute 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 changed for you be sure the oil put into your engine is American...

Page 244: ...il with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines Starburst symbol Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty GM GoodwrenchR oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle If you are in an area where the temperature falls below 20_F 29_C consider using either an SAE 5W 30 synthetic oil or an SAE 0W 30 oil Both will provide eas...

Page 245: ...After changing the engine oil the system must be reset With the ignition key in RUN but the engine off fully push and release the accelerator pedal slowly three times within five seconds If the CHANGE OIL SOON light flashes the system is resetting Turn the key to OFF then start the vehicle If the CHANGE OIL SOON light comes back on the system has not reset Repeat the procedure What to Do with Used...

Page 246: ...e 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 off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it stops flame if the engine backfires If it isn t there and the engine backfires you could be burned Don t drive wit...

Page 247: ... when 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 the passenger s side of the vehicle peel back halfway to center 5 Remove disconnect the air inlet grille retainers 6 Remove disconnect the air inlet grille 7 Remove disconnect the passenger compartm...

Page 248: ...e 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 Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could ge...

Page 249: ... 10_C you may have to drive longer Checking the Fluid Level D Park your vehicle on a level place Keep the engine running D With 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 the shift lever in PARK P D Let the engine run at idle for three to five ...

Page 250: ...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 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 DEXRONR III because fluid with that label is made especially for your automatic transaxle Damage caus...

Page 251: ...mostat an ACDelcoR thermostat is recommended Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX COOLR engine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km whichever occurs first if you add only DEX COOLR extended life coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem ...

Page 252: ...se a mixture of one half clean drinkable water and one half DEX COOLR coolant which won t damage aluminum parts If you use this coolant mixture you don t need to add anything else CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous 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 p...

Page 253: ...s 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 Checking Coolant The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at the COLD mark or a little higher When your engine is warm the level should be up to the HOT ...

Page 254: ...ressure 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 at the radiator Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it...

Page 255: ...top of the reservoir clean then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick When the engine compartment is hot the level should be at the H mark When it s cold the level should be at the C mark If the fluid is at the ADD mark you should add fluid What to Use To determine what ...

Page 256: ...is full NOTICE D When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water D Don t mix water with ready to use washer 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 only three quarters full when it s very cold This al...

Page 257: ...ooner or later your 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 too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If you have too much brake...

Page 258: ...r 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 just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they ll have to be replaced Don t let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid D I...

Page 259: ...ir Some driving 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 necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly torque wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM specifications Brake linings should always be...

Page 260: ...rformance you ve come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake 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 original battery s label Vehicle Storage If you re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days ...

Page 261: ...on 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 and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps 1 Open the hood 2 Pull up on the headlamp retainers to release the assembly locator tabs 3 Slide the headlamp assembly out of the slots 4 Remov...

Page 262: ...vehicle has a headlamp system equipped with horizontal and vertical aim indicators The 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 If your vehicle is damaged in an accident the headlamp aim may be affected Aim adjustment may be necessary if it ...

Page 263: ...d all other work stopped while headlamp aiming is being done D There should not be any 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 to stabilize the suspension Driver s Side Headlamp Shown A Vertical aim adjustment screw B Horizontal aim adjustm...

Page 264: ... 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 the rubber bulb access cover 3 Twist and pull the sidemarker lamp socket counterclockwise from the headlamp assembly 4 Holding the base of the bulb pull the bulb from the socket 5 Push the new bulb ...

Page 265: ...en 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 of a turn clockwise to replace 6 Close the trunk ...

Page 266: ... 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 bulb 7 Replace the socket into the housing and turn clockwise 8 Replace the taillamp housing to the body of the vehicle 9 Install and tighten the three plastic wing nuts ...

Page 267: ...s 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 housing and turn clockwise 8 Connect the applique to the lid 9 Reconnect the wing nuts to the studs on the applique and hand tighten 10 Close the trunk lid ...

Page 268: ...pplique 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 necessary to pry the assembly loose 2 Lift the plastic locking tab on the electrical connector and pull the connector from the dome lamp assembly 3 Grasp the bulb housing located in the center of the assem...

Page 269: ...attern 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 away from the glass push the release clip from under the windshield wiper arm connecting point and slide the blade assembly down toward the glass to remove it from the wiper arm 5 Slide the new wiper b...

Page 270: ...uld 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 all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold D Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact...

Page 271: ...ire 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 Rough ride D Needless damage from road hazards When to Check Check your tires once a month or more Don t forget your compact spare tire It should be at 60 psi 420 kPa How to Check Use a good quality po...

Page 272: ... 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 Tires in the Index When the LOW TIRE light comes on you should stop as soon as you can and check all your tires for damage If a tire is flat see If a Tire Goes Flat in the Index Also check the tire pressure in all four tires as soon as you can See Inflation Tire...

Page 273: ...5 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 three tires Detection thresholds may be higher and detection times may be longer on rough roads curves and at high speeds The system is not capable of detection at speeds greater than 60 mph 95 km h Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 6 000...

Page 274: ... 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 cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to us...

Page 275: ... new tire if any of the following statements are true D You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire D You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire s rubber D The tread or sidewall is cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric D The tire has a bump bulge or split D The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that can t be repaired well because of the siz...

Page 276: ...r tires 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 cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may not handle properly and you could have a crash Using tires of diff...

Page 277: ...ourse as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction AA A B C The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C Those grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet...

Page 278: ...placement Replace any wheel that is bent cracked or badly rusted or corroded If wheel nuts keep coming loose the wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced If the wheel leaks air 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 the same load ca...

Page 279: ...riven 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 Use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use only SAE Class S type chains that are the proper size for your tires Install them on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened Drive slowly and follow the ...

Page 280: ...s and they can all damage your vehicle too Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle D Alcohol D Laundry Soap D Bleach D Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl leather plastic and painted surfaces with a clean damp cloth Cleaning of Fabric Carpet Your dealer...

Page 281: ... Wipe cleaned area with a clean damp towel or cloth 7 Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup coffee black egg fruit fruit juice milk soft drinks vomit urine and blood can be removed as follows 1 Carefully scrape off excess stain then sponge the soiled area with cool water 2 If a stain remains follow the multi purpose interior cle...

Page 282: ...h or shoe polish on leather D Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned immediately If dirt is allowed to work into the finish it can harm the leather Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through...

Page 283: ...ith GM Windshield Cleaner Bon AmiR Powder non scratching glass cleaning powder GM Part No 1050011 The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades and affect their performance Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full strength windshield washer solvent Then rinse the blade with water Check the ...

Page 284: ...y hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Your vehicle has a basecoat clearcoat paint finish The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat Always use waxes and polishes that are non abrasive and made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish NOTICE Machine ...

Page 285: ...els other than chrome plated wheels 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 Cleaning Tires To clean your tires use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner NOTICE When applying a tire dressing always take care to wipe off any overspray or splash from all painted surfaces on the body or w...

Page 286: ...ugh 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 the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemi...

Page 287: ...glast 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 with water 1052930 8 oz 0 237 L Capture Dry Spot Remover Attracts absorbs and removes soils on fabric 12345721 2 5 sq ft Synthetic Chamois Shines vehicle without scratching 12345725 12 oz 0 354 L Sil...

Page 288: ...ou ll find this label on the inside of the trunk lid It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is D your VIN D the model designation D paint information and D a list of all production options and special equipment Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle Electrical System Add On Electrical Equipment NOTICE Don t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless yo...

Page 289: ...e panel protect the power windows and other power accessories When the current load is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusible thermal links in the wiring itself This greatly reduces the chan...

Page 290: ...un and Start PCM BCM U H Relay 5 Remote Radio Premium Sound 6 Power Mirrors 8 Panel Dimming 10 Ignition Signal Hot in Run Unlock and Start Cluster Powertrain Control Module Body Control Module 13 DRL Module 14 Interior Lamps 15 Door Locks 17 Taillamps License Lamp 18 Radio 19 Heated Mirror 20 Cruise Control 22 Clusters 23 Cigarette Lighter Auxiliary Power Connection Power Drop Data Link ...

Page 291: ...les 29 Ignition Signal HVAC Control Head 30 Brake Transmission Shift Interlock BTSI 31 Air Bag 32 Body Control Module 33 Hazard Flashers 34 Not Used Fuse Description 36 Ignition Signal Hot in ACC and Run Body Control Module 38 Low Blower 39 Anti Lock Brakes 40 Turn Signals 41 Radio HVAC Head Remote Keyless Entry Cluster 42 High Blower 43 Not Used 44 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 45 Wipers ...

Page 292: ... Defog 4 High Blower Hazard Flasher Stoplamps Power Mirror Door Locks 5 Ignition Switch BTSI Stoplamps ABS Turn Signals Cluster Air Bag DRL Module 6 Cooling Fan 7 Interior Lamps Retained Accessory Power Keyless Entry Data Link HVAC Head Cluster Radio AUX Power Power Drop Cigarette Lighter 8 Ignition Switch Wipers Radio Steering Wheel Controls Body Control Module AUX Power Power Drop Power Windows ...

Page 293: ...0 Not Used 21 Generator 22 ECM 23 A C Compressor Clutch 24 Cooling Fan 25 Electronic Ignition 26 Transaxle Fuse Description 27 Horn 28 Fuel Injector 29 Oxygen Sensor 30 Engine Emissions 31 Not Used 32 Headlamp Right 33 Rear Compartment Release 34 Parking Lamps 35 Fuel Pump 36 Headlamp Left 37 Spare 38 Spare 39 Spare 40 Spare 41 Spare 42 Spare 43 Fuse Puller SYMBOL A C Compressor Clutch Diode ...

Page 294: ...saxle Pan Removal and Replacement 7 0 quarts 6 7 L After Complete Overhaul 9 6 quarts 9 2 L When draining replacing converter more fluid will be needed Cooling System Including Reservoir 11 6 quarts 10 9 L Refrigerant R 134a Air Conditioning 1 88 lbs 0 85 kg See Air Conditioning Refrigerants later in this section Engine Crankcase Oil and Filter Change 4 5 quarts 4 3 L Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft 14...

Page 295: ... Replacement Parts Engine Air Cleaner Filter AC Type A1208C Passenger Compartment Air Filter 10406026 Battery AC Type 600 CCA Engine Oil Filter AC Type PF47 PCV Valve AC Type CV892C Radiator Cap AC Type RC27 RKE Batteries Type CR2032 2 or equivalent Spark Plugs 3100 Code M V6 AC Type 41 940 Gap 0 060 inches 1 52 mm Wiper Blade Type Hook Length 22 inches 56 cm Vehicle Dimensions Wheelbase 109 0 inc...

Page 296: ...yellowblue 6 66 NOTES ...

Page 297: ...s 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 14 Part B Owner Checks and Services 7 18 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 20 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 21 Part E Maintenance Record ...

Page 298: ...enance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance procedures are important Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality 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 our environment and to keep your vehicle in good...

Page 299: ...ice 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 vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your dealer s service department or another qualified service center should perform Part D Recommende...

Page 300: ...estions 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 your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D Make sure whoever s...

Page 301: ...ormed 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 miles 5 000 km and 7 500 miles 12 500 km since your last oil change Under severe conditions the indicator may come on before 3 000 miles 5 000 km Never drive your vehicle more than 7 500 miles 12 500 k...

Page 302: ...Engine 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 j Replace passenger compartment air filter j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 22 500 Miles 37 500 km j C...

Page 303: ...r proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 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 damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service See footnote 37 500 Miles 62 500 km j Check Oil Life Monitor If engine oil and filter are changed reset monitor See Engine Oil in th...

Page 304: ...nd Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km 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 temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such a...

Page 305: ...re changed reset monitor See Engine Oil in the Index An Emission Control Service See footnote j Replace passenger compartment air filter j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Inspect engine accessory drive belt An Emission Control Service j Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j Inspect f...

Page 306: ...e Engine 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 j Replace passenger compartment air filter j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 82 500 Miles 137 500 km ...

Page 307: ...pect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed 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 97 500 Miles 162 500 km j Check Oil Life Monitor If engine oil and filter are changed reset monitor See Engine Oil in ...

Page 308: ...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 terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service j If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transaxle fluid change both...

Page 309: ...oling 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 cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service ACTUAL SERVICED BY MILEAGE DATE ...

Page 310: ...Check 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 mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant in the Index for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid i...

Page 311: ... 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 very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Automatic Transaxle Check Check the transaxle fluid level add if needed See Automatic Transaxle Fluid...

Page 312: ...works 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 injured Follow the steps below 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake see Parking Brake in the Ind...

Page 313: ...roll 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 brake D To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the ...

Page 314: ...lines 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 Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out of position parts as well as open seams holes loose connections or other conditions wh...

Page 315: ... 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 and rotors for surface condition Also inspect drum brake linings for wear and cracks Inspect other brake parts including drums wheel cylinders calipers parking brake etc Check parking brake adjustment You may need to have your brakes insp...

Page 316: ... 11R Brake Fluid GM Part No 12377967 or equivalent DOT 3 Brake Fluid USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Windshield Washer Solvent GM OptikleenR Washer Solvent GM Part No 1051515 or equivalent Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No 1052884 1 pint 1050017 1 quart or equivalent Automatic Transaxle DEXRONR III Automatic Transmission Fluid Key Lock Cylinders Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM P...

Page 317: ...es 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 maintenance receipts Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 318: ...yellowblue 7 22 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 319: ...yellowblue 7 23 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 320: ...yellowblue 7 24 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 321: ...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 6 Canadian Roadside Assistance 8 7 Courtesy Transportation 8 8 Warranty Information 8 9 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 8 9 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 8 10 Reporting Safety Defects to Gen...

Page 322: ...artments 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 Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management Normally concerns can be quickly resolved at that level If the matter has already been reviewed with the sales service or parts manager ...

Page 323: ...ion 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 please remember that your concern will likely be resolved at a dealer s facility That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern STEP THREE Both General Motors and your dealer are...

Page 324: ...1 800 955 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 eligibility limitations and or discontinue its participation in this program Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users To assist customers who are deaf hard of hearing or speech impaired and who use...

Page 325: ...I 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 you up to 1 000 toward aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle hand controls wheelchair scooter lifts etc This program can also provide you with free resour...

Page 326: ... 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 owners 24 hours a day 365 days a year including weekends and holidays For details on Buick Premium Roadside Assistance please consult your Buick Premium Roadside Assistance owner booklet included with y...

Page 327: ...ed 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 for same day repair Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait However if you are unable to wait Buick helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several t...

Page 328: ...on 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 information about availability All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel Canadian Vehicles For warranty repairs during the Complete Vehicle Coverage ...

Page 329: ...TSA 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 Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS T...

Page 330: ...In 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 Ordering Service and Owner Publications in Canada Service manuals owner s manuals and other service literature are available for purchase for all current and past model General Motors vehicles The t...

Page 331: ...rmation 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 Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 10 00 CURRENT PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify y...

Page 332: ...999 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 change without notice and without incurring obligation Allow ample time for delivery Note to Canadian Customers All listed prices are quoted in U S funds Canadian residents are to make checks payable i...

Page 333: ...AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player 3 14 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control 3 17 Antenna Backglass 3 32 Diversity 3 33 Fixed Mast 3 32 Antifreeze 6 21 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 2 53 4 7 Brakes 4 7 Using 4 9 Anti Theft Radio 3 26 Appearance Care 6 50 Appearance Care Materials 6 57 Arbitration Program 8 3 8 4 Armrest Front Storage 2 44 Armrest Rear Storag...

Page 334: ...g 4 6 Braking in Emergencies 4 10 BTSI 2 21 2 28 BTSI Check 7 16 Bulb Replacement 6 31 Canadian Roadside Assistance 8 6 Capacities and Specifications 6 64 Carbon Monoxide 2 14 2 30 4 27 4 34 Cassette Deck Service 7 14 Tape Player 3 15 3 19 3 23 Tape Player Care 3 31 Tape Player Errors 3 16 3 20 3 24 Center High Mounted Stoplamp Bulb Replacement 6 35 Center Passenger Position 1 26 Certification Lab...

Page 335: ...Convex Outside Mirror 2 44 Coolant Bleed Valves 5 18 Recovery Tank 5 14 Coolant Heater Engine 2 19 Cooling System 5 12 Courtesy Lamps 2 40 Courtesy Transportation 8 7 Cruise Control 2 35 Cruise Light 2 62 Cupholders 2 44 2 45 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Users 8 4 Information 8 1 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 8 2 Damage Finish 6 56 Damage Sheet Metal 6 55 Daytime Running Lamps 2 39 Dea...

Page 336: ...Coolant 6 21 Coolant Heater 2 19 Coolant Level Check 7 14 Coolant Temperature Gage 2 56 Coolant Temperature Light 2 55 Exhaust 2 30 Identification 6 58 Oil Level Check 7 14 Overheating 5 9 Running While Parked 2 30 Specifications 6 64 Starting Your V6 2 18 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 16 Engine Oil 6 11 Adding 6 12 Additives 6 15 Checking 6 12 Monitor 6 15 Used 6 15 What Kind to Use 6 13 When to Ch...

Page 337: ...ting GVWR 4 30 Guide en Français ii GVWR 4 30 Halogen Bulbs 6 31 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Head Restraints 1 5 Headlamps Aiming 6 32 Bulb Replacement 6 31 Flash to Pass 2 34 High Low Beam Changer 2 34 On Reminder 2 39 Wiring 6 59 Hearing Impaired Customer Assistance 8 4 Heating 3 4 3 6 3 9 High Beam Headlamps 2 34 Highway Hypnosis 4 23 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 23 Hitches Trailer 4 35 Hood Check...

Page 338: ...nti Lock Brake System Warning 2 53 4 7 Brake System Warning 2 52 Change Oil Soon 2 62 Charging System 2 52 Cruise 2 62 Door Trunk Ajar Warning 2 63 Engine Coolant Temperature Light 2 55 Enhanced Traction System Active 2 54 Enhanced Traction System Warning 2 53 Interior 2 40 Low Coolant Warning 2 56 6 23 Low Fuel 2 64 Low Oil Level 2 61 6 11 Low Tire 2 57 Low Traction 2 55 Low Washer Fluid Warning ...

Page 339: ...led Maintenance Services 7 4 Your Vehicle and the Environment 7 2 Maintenance Underbody 6 56 Maintenance When Trailer Towing 4 38 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 2 58 Manual Door Locks 2 4 Front Seat 1 2 Manual Single Zone Climate Control 3 2 Methanol 6 4 Mirrors 2 42 Automatic Dimming Heated Outside Rearview 2 44 Convex Outside 2 44 Electrochromic Day Night Rearview 2 43 Power Outside Foldaway 2 43 Vi...

Page 340: ...se of Safety Belts 1 18 Problems on the Road 5 1 Publications Service and Owner 8 11 8 12 Publications Service and Owner Ordering in Canada 8 11 Radiator Adding Coolant 5 17 Radiator Pressure Cap 6 21 Radio Reception 3 30 Radios 3 12 Rain Driving In 4 17 Rainy Weather Tips 4 19 Reading Lamps Rearview Mirror 2 42 Rear Door Child Security Locks 2 6 Outside Seat Position 1 28 Safety Belt Comfort Guid...

Page 341: ...ge 1 14 1 51 Lap Belt 1 26 Lap Shoulder 1 11 1 28 1 50 Larger Children 1 50 Questions and Answers 1 9 Rear Comfort Guides 1 31 Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions 1 28 Rear Seat Passengers 1 27 Reminder Light 1 5 2 51 Replacing After a Crash 1 53 Right Front Passenger Position 1 19 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 1 13 Smaller Children and Babies 1 34 Use During Pregnancy 1 18 Why They Work 1 6 Saf...

Page 342: ... Customer Assistance 8 4 Speedometer 2 50 Stains Cleaning 6 50 Starter Switch Check 7 16 Starting Your V6 Engine 2 18 Steam 5 10 5 11 Steering in Emergencies 4 11 Magnetic Variable Effortt 4 10 Power 4 10 TILT WHEELt 2 32 Tips 4 10 Steering Wheel Touch Controls Audio 3 29 Storage Compartments 2 44 Storage Vehicle 6 30 Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 5 33 Sun Visors 2 46 Symbols Vehicle v Tail Stop T...

Page 343: ...f You Decide to Pull A 4 33 Maintenance When Towing 4 38 Making Turns 4 36 Parking on Hills 4 37 Passing 4 36 Safety Chains 4 35 Tongue Weight 4 34 Total Weight on Tires 4 35 Towing 4 32 Turn Signals 4 37 Weight 4 33 When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 4 38 Transaxle Fluid 6 18 Transmitters Remote Keyless Entry 2 7 2 12 Transportation Courtesy 8 7 Trip Before Leaving on a Long 4 22...

Page 344: ...cators 2 50 Warranty Information 8 9 Washing Your Vehicle 6 53 Weatherstrip Lubrication 7 15 Weatherstrips 6 53 Wheel Alignment 6 48 Nut Torque 5 29 6 44 Replacement 6 48 Used Replacement 6 49 Window Lock 2 32 Windows 2 31 Auto Down 2 31 Power 2 31 Windshield Washer 2 35 Fluid 2 35 6 26 Fluid Level Check 7 14 Windshield Wipers 2 34 Blade Replacement 6 39 Fuses 6 59 Winter Driving 4 25 Wiper Blade ...

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