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Содержание 1994 Regal

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Страница 4: ...or Buick Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your Buick so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave th...

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Страница 6: ...novator Buick engineers developed the valve in head engine a light powerful and reliable engine which would eventually influence the entire automotive industry William C Durant was instrumental in pro...

Страница 7: ...er the Andes to Santiago Chilein 1914 1911 Model 21 Touring Car 011 Buick s Test Hill Buick drew plenty of attention because it could climb hills and run through mud like no other car Buick s enduranc...

Страница 8: ...nsmission Dynaflow was introduced in the 1948 Roadmaster Buick s famous portholes came along in 1949 1949 Roadmaster A high compression V 8 engine was introduced in 1953 And Buick s famous vertical pi...

Страница 9: ...l of 1985 Buicks are and will continue to be premium American motorcars with smooth power high performance rich detail and comfortable accommodation Ed Mertz General Munuger Buick Motor Division Our m...

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Страница 11: ...nder different conditions This part tells you what to do il you have a problem while driving such as a flat tire or engine overheating etc Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to...

Страница 12: ...You will find a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box with gray background and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning In the gra...

Страница 13: ...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 warni...

Страница 14: ...your vehicle is driven DOOR LOCK UNLOCK FASTEN SEAT 4 BELTS POWER WINDOW These symbols have to do with your lights SIGNALS e TURN WARNING A HAZARD FLASHER These symbols are on some of your controls WI...

Страница 15: ...afety belts Part 1 includes SeatsandSeatControls 14 HeadRestraints 17 SafetyBelts 19 How to Wear Safety BeltsProperly 26 Lap ShoulderBelt 27 Supplemental Restraint System Air Bag 33 Safety Belt Use Du...

Страница 16: ...ry to adjust a manual driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuseyou or makeyou pusha pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seatonly when the veh...

Страница 17: ...or down Power Seat Option The power seat controls arelocated on the side of the seat Front Control F Raise the front of the seat by holding the switch up Hold the switch down to lower the front of th...

Страница 18: ...t the lever on the outer side of the seat and move the seatback to where you want it Release the lever to lock the seatback Pull up on the lever and the seat will go to an upright position But don t h...

Страница 19: ...Head Restraints T 1 Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your ears This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash 17...

Страница 20: ...e you come to asudden stop Then it will lock in place forward After someone gets into the rear seat area move the rightfront seatback to its original position There s one time the seatback may not fol...

Страница 21: ...elt Warning Light in the Index In many states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do have a crash you don t know...

Страница 22: ...belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot v _ Why Safety BeltsWork When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes For example if the bike is going...

Страница 23: ...When the bike hits the block it stops But the child keeps eoinrr Take the simplest car Suppose it sjust aseat on wheels 21...

Страница 24: ...Put someone on it L _ Get it up to speed Then stop the car The rider doesn t stop 22...

Страница 25: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield L I or the instrument panel 23...

Страница 26: ...down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you canunbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q Why don t they just put in air bags so people won t have to wear...

Страница 27: ...as bad drivers Most accidents occur within 25 miles 40 km of home And the greatest number of serious injuries and deaths occurat speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Safety belts are for everyone Safety...

Страница 28: ...First you ll want to know which restraint systems your vehicle has We ll start with the driver position Vehicles First Sold In Canada Was your Buick first sold when new in Canada If it was a sticker o...

Страница 29: ...e you don t have to buckle up when you get into your vehicle And you don t have to unbuckle when you get out Just get into your vehicle Then close and lock the door Adjust the seat to seehow see Seats...

Страница 30: ...ed to unbuckle it in an emergency And you would need to unbuckle it to let someone get into the center front seat position if your vehicle has one r The lap belt should be worn as low on the hips as p...

Страница 31: ...1 Close and lockthe door 2 Adjust the seat to see how see Seats in the Index so you can sit up straight 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted 4 Push the latc...

Страница 32: ...o loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way r_ You canbe seriously hurt ifyour shoulder be q y i j f too loose In a crash you would moveforward too much which could significantlyincrease...

Страница 33: ...What s wrong with this A The belt is buckled in the wrong place 31...

Страница 34: ...n be seriously injuredif you wear the shoulder belt under your arm Ina crash your body wouldmovetoo far forward which would increasethe chanceof headand neck injury Also the belt would apply too much...

Страница 35: ...I I 1 I 1 I A The belt is twisted across the body Supplemental Restraint System SRS This section explains the driver s Supplemental Restraint System SRS commonly referred to as an air bag Here are the...

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Страница 37: ...a few secondswhen you turn your ignition to Run or Start Thenthe light should go out which means the system is ready Remember if the air bag readiness light doesn t come on when you start your vehicle...

Страница 38: ...ehicle damage is only one indication Repair cost is not a good indicator of whether an air bag should have deployed What makes an air bag inflate In a frontal impact of sufficient severity the air bag...

Страница 39: ...ts Your vehicle is equipped with a diagnosticmodule which records information about the air bag system if the air bag deploys during acrash The module records information about the readiness of the sy...

Страница 40: ...94 Regal Service Manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system The air bag system does not need regular maintenance IA CAUTION Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety bel...

Страница 41: ...aring them properly Right Front PassengerPosition The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt See Driver Position earlier in this part Adjust the seat to see...

Страница 42: ...n 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 To make the belt shorter pull its free...

Страница 43: ...ngers Coupes 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 1 wearing safety...

Страница 44: ...ore i treaches the buckle tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at...

Страница 45: ...n a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d beless 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...

Страница 46: ...who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who aren t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outs...

Страница 47: ...s pulled out all the way it will 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 but...

Страница 48: ...u 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 fatalinjuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoul...

Страница 49: ...uides pull the shoulder belts away fromthe neck and head L There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat You will find them tucked in between the seatback and the interior bo...

Страница 50: ...tic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic...

Страница 51: ...storage clip and then slide the guide onto the clip Rotatethe guide and clip inward and in between the seatback and the interior body leaving only the loop of elastic cord exposed 4 Buckle the belt ar...

Страница 52: ...ion That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained wh...

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Страница 54: ...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 unless the child is an infant and you re the o...

Страница 55: ...kit available from the dealer The hardwareand installation instructions were specifically designed for this vehicle U You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier section about the top strap...

Страница 56: ...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 up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the chi...

Страница 57: ...Only U You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier section about the top strap if the child restraint has one 1 Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instructions for the child restraint...

Страница 58: ...e belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever hadto 5 Pull the restof the shoulder beltall the way outof the retractor to set t...

Страница 59: ...straint A A 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...

Страница 60: ...he belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt u When you secure a chiId restraint in a center seating position you ll be using the lap belt See the earlier secti...

Страница 61: ...had to 6 To tighten the belt pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure If the child restraint is...

Страница 62: ...e the earlier section about the top strap if the child restraint has one Your dealer can get these and install the hardware for you It s free The special belt is GM Part Number 12340286 Your dealer ca...

Страница 63: ...houlder belt by pushing the button on the buckle 2 Snap one hook of the infant child seat attachingbelt near the floor at the door side of the seat It will stay on the door ready to be rebuckled for u...

Страница 64: ...s safety belt buckle I 4 You can make the belt longer by tilting the buckle and pulling it along thebelt 5 Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instructions for the child restraint 6 Secure the ch...

Страница 65: ...w you how 8 Put the hook on the free end through the slot in the latch plate x 9 To make it tight pull the belt while you push down on the child restraint If the belt won t stay tight switch it end fo...

Страница 66: ...t isn t twisted Larger Children 2 Push the spring on the hook near the door and remove the special belt 3 Put the belt away in a safe place in your vehicle so it won t fly around in a crash and injure...

Страница 67: ...to use the safety belts properly Children who aren t buckled up can be thrown out in a crash Children who aren t buckled up can strike other people who are I CAUTION Never do this Here two children a...

Страница 68: ...cle but be sure that theshoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder sothat in a crash the child s upper body would havethe restraint thatbelts provide If the childis so small that the shoulder belt...

Страница 69: ...er will order you an extender It s free When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you The extenderwill be just for you and just for the se...

Страница 70: ...belts If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage alsomay mean you will needto have safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt...

Страница 71: ...everything is working properly and what to do if you have a problem Part 2 includes Keys 70 DoorLocks 71 NewVehicleBreak In 79 StartingtheEngine 80 ShiftingtheTransaxle 84 Windows 92 Turn Signal Head...

Страница 72: ...Keys I The ignitionkeys are for the ignition only The doorkeys are for the doors andall other locks 70...

Страница 73: ...madeeasily using these plugs The ignition keys don t have plugs If you need a new ignition key contact your Buick dealer whocan obtain the correct key code or in an emergency contact Buick Roadside As...

Страница 74: ...There e setreral ways to lock and unlock your vehicle r I From the outside Use your From the inside To lock the door move the lock control down To unlock the door move the lock control up 72...

Страница 75: ...ned off If you don t want the doors to unlock automatically when you turn the ignition off you can remove the fuse marked Lock Control located in the component center See Fuses and Circuit Breakers in...

Страница 76: ...Keyless Entry System Option If your Buick has this option you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from up to 30 feet 9 m away using the key chain transmitter supplied with y0u r vehic...

Страница 77: ...ty could void authorization to use this equipment service Operation The driver s door will unlock automatically when UNLOCK is pressed If UNLOCK is pressed twice quick1y all doors will unlock The inte...

Страница 78: ...in your keychain transmitter should last about twoyears You can tell thebatteries are weak ifthe transmitter won t work at the normal range in any location If you have to get close toyour vehicle bef...

Страница 79: ...orjoy riders or professional thieves so don t do it When you park your Buick and open the driver s door you ll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you Alwa...

Страница 80: ...eclean and dry before it s inserted in the ignition or the engine may not start If the engine does not start the key may be dirty or wet Turn the ignition off Clean and dry the key Wait about three mi...

Страница 81: ...first 500 miles 804 km Don t makefull throttle starts Avoid makinghardstops for the first 200 miles 322km orso Duringthis time your new brakelinings aren t yet broken in Hard stops with new linings ca...

Страница 82: ...like Lock Use Off if you must have your car in motion while the engine is off example if your car is being pushed D Run This is the position for driving E Start This position starts your engine I NOTI...

Страница 83: ...your starter motor 2 If your engine won t start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as...

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Страница 85: ...unwrap the electrical cord 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt outlet I NOTICE After you ve used the coolant heater be sure to store the cord as it was beforeto keep it away from moving engine...

Страница 86: ...ks your front wheels It s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can t move easily 0 R Reverse Use this gear to back up NOTICE Shifting to R Reverse while your vehicl...

Страница 87: ...racing isn t covered by your warranty 0 Automatic Overdrive This position is for normal driving If you need more power for passing and you re Going less than about 35 mph 56 km h push your accelerator...

Страница 88: ...slowly enough NOTICE Don t drive in 2 Second Gear for morethan 5 miles 8 km or at speeds over55 mph 88 km h or you can damageyour transaxle Use or 3 as much as possible Don t shift into 2 unless youar...

Страница 89: ...e pedal Hold the regular brake pedal down and push the parking brake pedal with your left foot This will unlock the pedal When you lift your left foot the park brake pedal will followit to the release...

Страница 90: ...ake 2 Move the shift lever into P Park position like this 0 Pull the lever toward you 0 Move the lever up as far as it will go 3 Move the ignition key to Lock 4 Remove the key and take it with you If...

Страница 91: ...in your hand your vehicle is in P Park Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running 1 A CAUTION If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running be sure your vehicle is in P Park and your par...

Страница 92: ...vent torque lock set the parking brake and then shift into P Park properly before you leave the driver s seat To find out how see Shifting Into P Park in the Index When you are ready to drive move the...

Страница 93: ...Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine WhileYou re Parked It s better not to park with the engine running But ifyou ever haveto here are some things to know 91...

Страница 94: ...tobe sure your vehicle won t move See Shifting Into P Park 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 Power Windows The controls...

Страница 95: ...ow switches This will prevent passengers from opening and closing the windows The driver can still control all the windows with the switch in the locked position Press it again to enable the passenger...

Страница 96: ...eadlight High Low Beam Passing Signal 0 Flash To Pass Feature 0 Windshield Wipers 0 Windshield Washer Cruise Control Option The turn signal has two upward for Right and two downward for Left positions...

Страница 97: ...A chime will sound if your turn signal is left on after having gone3 4 mile to remind you to turn off your signal Operation of Lights Although your vehicle s lighting system headlights parking lights...

Страница 98: ...feature It lets you use your high beam headlights to signal a driver in front of youthat you wantto pass It works even if your headlights are off To use it pull the headlight beam lever toward you a l...

Страница 99: ...s before using them If they re frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your blades do become damaged get new blades or blade inserts Heavy snow or ice can overload your wiper motor A...

Страница 100: ...id tank and other parts of the washer system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluid tank only 314 full when it s very cold This allows for expansion which coulddamage...

Страница 101: ...To Set Cruise Control 1 Move the Cruise Control switchto ON 2 Get up to the speed you want 99...

Страница 102: ...can move the Cruise Control switch from ON to Resume Accelerate for about half a second You ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there Remember if you hold the switch at Resume Accelerat...

Страница 103: ...ss 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 featurewill only work after you have set the Cruise Control speed by pus...

Страница 104: ...increase your speed When you take your foot off thepedal your vehicle will slow down to the Cruise Control speed you set earlier Using Cruise Controlon Hills To Get Out of Cruise Control There are tw...

Страница 105: ...one when you turn off the ignition and open the driver s door Fog Lights GS Only Option c If you have the fog light feature the control is on the instrument panel The parking lights must be ON for the...

Страница 106: ...change to full brightness At dawn the exterior lights will go outand the low beams will change to the reduced brightness of DRL if the headlight switch is off Of course you may still turp on the headl...

Страница 107: ...tton on the Remote Keyless Press the the power door UNLOCK switch If you open a door the lights will stay on while it s open and then turn off automatically about 16 seconds after you close it They ll...

Страница 108: ...ly behind your car The day night adjustment allows you to adjust the mirror to avoid glare from the lights behind you Outside Mirrors Standard To adjust your left outside mirror move the control locat...

Страница 109: ...right or left mirror Press any of the four arrowsto move the mirror in the desired direction Adjust each mirror so you canjust see the side of your car and the area behind your car Convex Outside Mir...

Страница 110: ...The ignition switch must be in the RUN position for the astroroof t ooperate The sunshade can be opened by grasping the handle and sliding it to the rear It will open automatically when the astroroof...

Страница 111: ...ter ashtray can be removed for cleaning P To remove the rear ashtray for cleaning press down on the snuffer as you pull the ashtray down and out This ashtray can be removed for cleaning by lifting it...

Страница 112: ...er in with your hand while it is heating it won t be ableto back away from the heatingelement whenit s ready That can makeit overheat damagingthe lighter and the heatingelement Storage Armrest Option...

Страница 113: ...vehicle capacity when loading your Buick For more information on vehicle capacity and loading see LoadingYour Vehicle in the Index To prevent damage orloss of cargo as you re driving check now and the...

Страница 114: ...ibes the warning lights and gages that may be on yourvehicle The pictures will help you locate them Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to caus...

Страница 115: ...y when the engine is on When the indicator nears E you still have a little fuel left Here are someconcerns owners have had about the fuel gage All these situations are normal and indicate nothing wron...

Страница 116: ...u For good braking though you need both parts working well If the warning light comes on there could be a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away This light should come on as you sta...

Страница 117: ...ays on after your parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light ANTI LOCK With anti lock thislight will come on when you start your engine and...

Страница 118: ...op assoon as possible and turn the ignition off Then start the engine again to reset the system If the light still stays on or comes on again while you re driving your Buick needs service If the light...

Страница 119: ...nt and the engine may overheat See Engine Coolant in the Index and have your vehicle serviced as soon as you can 1 You can read your engine oil pressure directly from the gage on your instrument panel...

Страница 120: ...level surface and turn off the engine Check the oil level using the engineoil dipstick See Engine Oil in the Index If the light does not flash have the low oil level sensor system repaired so it will...

Страница 121: ...ysin either red range have your Buick dealer check the electrical I VOLTS system Check Gages Light The CHECK light indicates CHECK GAGES GAGES that there is an engine orelectrical problem If the TEMP...

Страница 122: ...iving the computer is indicating that you have a problem You should take your vehicle in for service soon NOTICE If you keepdriving your vehicle with this lighton after a while the emission controls w...

Страница 123: ...ystem supplied with your vehicle Part 3 includes Comfort Control System 122 Heater and Defroster 124 AirConditionel 123 RearWindowDefogger 125 Ventil tio1 1 124 AudioSystems 125 UnderstandingRadioRece...

Страница 124: ...ecar is moving When the vehicle is not moving you can get outside air toflow through by selecting any air choice except the rear window defogger and the HI fan speed Air Outlets Adjust the direction o...

Страница 125: ...ount of work your air This provides maximum cooling with the least amount of work This setting recirculates much of the air inside your vehicle so it maximizes your air conditioner s performance and f...

Страница 126: ...e TEMP lever toward HOT to send heated air through the flooroutlets Defog When your windshield is foggy press the DEFOG button to direct most of the air flow toward the windshield When it s 50 F IOOC...

Страница 127: ...n do and how to operate all its controls to be sure you re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it FM Stereo FM stereo will give you the best sound But FM signals will reach...

Страница 128: ...safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearing loss or damage Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOT...

Страница 129: ...ing load Fade The fadecontrol moves the sound between the front and rear speakers Balance The BAL control behind the fade control allows you IO balance the sound between the right and left speakers To...

Страница 130: ...e Within 5 seconds push and hold the SCAN button until the correct minute appears 0 Push and hold the SEEK button until the correct hour appears Bass Press the BAS side of the button to increase bass...

Страница 131: ...the tape will rapidly go backward until you press the FWD button lightly Eject To remove the tape and switch to the radio press EJCT button To Play A Compact Disc Use full size compact discs DO NOT u...

Страница 132: ...disc will return to previous tracks Scan Press SCAN to hear the first ten seconds of each track Press it again to stop scanning stop By pressing STOP thecompact disc will stop playing and the radio wi...

Страница 133: ...ront and rear speakers It operates like the volume and tune controls Balance The control behind the fade control allows you to balance the sound between the right and left speakers It operates like th...

Страница 134: ...response Mute Pressing Mute allows you to silence the radio or tape player press again to listen During mute only volume up works Clock With the ignition on and the radio off press SET The set indica...

Страница 135: ...pe is rewinding Seek To search for the next selection on the tape press SEEK then press either FWD or REV For the SEEK to stop there must be at least a 4 second gap between selections on the tape Pres...

Страница 136: ...wer frequency station Press A to go to a higher frequency station Program Press PROG A or to hear the stations preset on your radio pushbuttons Press five times to hear them all If your car has this f...

Страница 137: ...e cleaned regularly each month or after every 15hours of use If you notice a reduction in sound quality try a known good cassette to see if the tape or the tape player is at fault If this other casset...

Страница 138: ...es without being damaged If the mast should ever become slightly bent you can straighten it out by hand If the mast is badly bent as it might be by vandals you should replace it Check every once in a...

Страница 139: ...tic car wash turn off your radio to make the power antennago down This will prevent the mast from possibly getting damaged If the antenna doesnot go down when you turnthe radio off it may be damagedor...

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Страница 141: ...tions We ve also included many other useful tips on driving Part 4 includes DefensiveDriving ControlofaVehicle Braking Steering Passing LossofControl DrivingatNight DrivingintheRain CityDriving Freewa...

Страница 142: ...on Allowenough followingdistance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know whenthe vehicle infront of youis going to brake or turn suddenly Drunken Driving...

Страница 143: ...l Content BAC of someone who is drinking dependsupon four things How much alcohol isin the drink 0 The drinker s body weight 0 The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking The length...

Страница 144: ...ve is affected well below a BAC of 0 10 percent Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0 05 percent and that the effects are worse at night All drivers...

Страница 145: ...abled is higher than if that person had not been drinking And we ve already seen that the chance of a crash itself is higher for drinking drivers Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make...

Страница 146: ...ith the surface of the road whether it s pavement or gravel the condition of the road wet dry icy tire tread and the condition of your brakes Avoid needless heavy braking Some people drive in spurts h...

Страница 147: ...going on Thisis the ABS system testing itself If there s a problem with the anti lock brake system the anti lock brake system warning light will stay on or flash See Anti lock Brake System Warning Lig...

Страница 148: ...ply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slowsor stops Always leave enough roomup ahead to stop even though you have anti lock brakes To Use Anti Lock Don t pump the brakes Just hold the brakepedal do...

Страница 149: ...cceleration can demand toomuch of those places You can lose control What should you do if this ever happens Ease up on the accelerator pedal steer the vehicle the way you want it to go and slow down S...

Страница 150: ...ires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can turn it a full 180degrees very quickly without removing either hand...

Страница 151: ...g another vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment o...

Страница 152: ...ars are linedup to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone isn t trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slowvehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the bl...

Страница 153: ...re best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts toslide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start...

Страница 154: ...rease A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the A same thing at night as a20 year old Night driving is more dangerous than day driving One reason is that some drivers ar...

Страница 155: ...act repeatedly Remember that your headlights light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it s easier topick out dimly lighted objects Just as your hea...

Страница 156: ...large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water mayaffect your brakes Try to avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them Hydroplanin...

Страница 157: ...help make you more visible to others City Driving Besides slowing down allow some extra following distance And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle Allow yourself more clear room ahead...

Страница 158: ...cleared the intersection or may berunning the red light Mile for mile freeways also called thruways parkways expressways turnpikes or superhighways are the safest of all roads But they have their own...

Страница 159: ...tance Expect to move slightly slower at night When you want to leave the freeway move to the proper lane well in advance If you miss your exit do not under any circumstances stopand back up Drive on t...

Страница 160: ...is it just plain fallingasleep at the wheel Callit highway hypnosis lackof awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretchof road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires...

Страница 161: ...e are sometips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable 0 Keep your vehicle in good shape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transaxle These parts can work ha...

Страница 162: ...r own lane As you go overthe top of a hill be alert Therecould be somethingin your lane likea stalled caroran accident You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems Examples are...

Страница 163: ...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 t...

Страница 164: ...s covered with ice On an otherwise clear road ice patches may appear in shaded areas where the sun can t reach around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curv...

Страница 165: ...as long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go alittle faster than just idle Thatis push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps th...

Страница 166: ...for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle Your car can tow a trailer if it is equipped with 3 1L or 3 8L V6 engine and proper trailer towing equipment To identify what the ve...

Страница 167: ...don t drive over 50 mph 80 km h and don t make startsat full throttle This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads 0 Obey speed limit restrictions when towing a...

Страница 168: ...of the total loaded trailer weight B After you ve loaded your trailer weigh the trailer and then the tongue separately to seeif the weights are proper If they aren t you may be able to get themright s...

Страница 169: ...e Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you ll be able toinstall adjust and maintain them properly Because you have anti lock brakes do not try to tap into your vehicle...

Страница 170: ...iler When you tow a trailer your vehicle has to have a different turn signal flasher and extra wiring The green arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change Pro...

Страница 171: ...king on a Hill 0 Release the parking brake 2 Let up on the brake pedal 3 Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks 4 Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks Maintenance When Tra...

Страница 172: ...F I957 Buick Super 170...

Страница 173: ...lems that can occur on the road Part 5 includes Hazard Warning Flashers OtherWarningDevices Jump Starting TowingYourBuick Engineoverheating IfaTireGoesFlat ChangingaFlatTire CompactSpareTire If You re...

Страница 174: ...Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others They also let police know you have aproblem Your front and rear turn signal lights will flash on and off 172...

Страница 175: ...k Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your vehicle Jump Starting If your battery has run down you may want to...

Страница 176: ...r cables can reach but be sure the vehicles aren t touching each other If they are it could cause a ground connection you don t want You wouldn t be able to start your Buick and the bad grounding coul...

Страница 177: ...is on the same sideof the engine compartment as your battery You should always use the remote positive terminal instead of the positive terminal on your battery To uncover the remotepositive terminal...

Страница 178: ...and negative will go to negative or ametal engine part Don t connect to or you ll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too 6 Connect the red positive cable to the positive t...

Страница 179: ...if the vehicle has one 1 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the good battery s negative terminal Don t let the other end touch anything until the next step Theother end of the negative cable d...

Страница 180: ...battery is much less 12 Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting Take care that they don t touch each other or any other metal 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery...

Страница 181: ...special tires and wheels these instructions and illustrations may not be correct Before you do anything turn on the hazard warning flashers When you call tell the towing service That your vehicle has...

Страница 182: ...180...

Страница 183: ...e s steering columnlock forthis The transaxle should be in Neutral and the parking brake released Don t have your vehicle towed on the front wheels unless you must I f the vehicle must be towed on the...

Страница 184: ...into the side slots of the cradle on both sides Position a 4 x 4 wood beam across the sling chains against the bottom of the cradle horns Position the lower sling crossbar against the front of the 4 x...

Страница 185: ...into the side slots in the cradle on both sides Position a4 x 4 wood beam across the sling chains and centerin the middleof the lower facia Position the lower sling crossbar against the front of the 4...

Страница 186: ...tom of the floor pan just ahead of the rear wheels on both sides _ _ _ _ _ _ A 4 x 4 wood beam is NOT needed Position the lower sling crossbarjust ahead of the front edge of the rear bumper Attach a s...

Страница 187: ...id damage install a towing dollyand raise the vehicle until adequate clearance is obtained betweenthe ground and or wheel lift equipment Do not attach winch cables orJ hooks to suspension components w...

Страница 188: ...ddamage install a towing dollyand raise the vehicleuntil adequate clearance is obtained between the ground andlor wheel lift equipment Do not attach winch cables or J hooks to suspension componentswhe...

Страница 189: ...eep driving with no coolant your vehicle can be badly damaged The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get the overheat warning but see or...

Страница 190: ...nutes If the warning doesn tcome back on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If there s still no sign of steam you can idle the engine for t...

Страница 191: ...y have a leak in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system I NOTICE IEngine damage from running your engine without coolant isn tcoveredbyyourwarranty...

Страница 192: ...D mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean water preferably distilled and a proper antifreeze at the coolant recovery tank See Engine Coolant inthe Index for more information about the proper coolant mix I N...

Страница 193: ...You can add the proper coolant mix directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it A CAUTION Steamand scalding liquidsfrom a hot cooling system can blow out and burnyo...

Страница 194: ...ator pressure cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot 2 Turn the pressure capslowlytothe leftuntil it firststops Don t press down while...

Страница 195: ...the engine cools open the coolant air bleed valve or valves 3 1L V6 VIN Code T or M There are twobleed valves One is located on the thermostat housing The other is located on the thermostat bypass tu...

Страница 196: ...ing 4 Filltheradiator with the proper mix upto the base of the filler neck If you see a stream of coolant coming from an air bleed valve close the valve Otherwise close the valve s afterthe radiator i...

Страница 197: ...f A 8 Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine fan s 9 By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lowe...

Страница 198: ...owout here are afew 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...

Страница 199: ...lat Tire If a tiregoes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place Turn on your hazard warning flashers The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change...

Страница 200: ...n the trunk If there is a wheelcover remove it by using the flat end of the wheel wrench Pry along the edge of the wheel cover until it comes off Be careful the rimedges may be sharp Don ttry to remov...

Страница 201: ...f your vehicle has wheel nut covers remove them to lccess the wheel nuts If your vehicle has wheel nut caps removethem using the wheel nut wrench 199...

Страница 202: ...he place where thejack fits Using the wheel wrench loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet 1 Position the jack under the vehicle Your Buick has a notch on the frame near FRONT REAR each of the...

Страница 203: ...tofall off the jack Be sure tofit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising your vehicle Raise the vehicleby rotating the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the gr...

Страница 204: ...e wheel bolts mounting surfaces or spare wheel Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the...

Страница 205: ...kwise Lower the jack completely Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a criss cross sequence as shown Don t try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare tire It won t fit Store the wheel cover in the tru...

Страница 206: ...E Wheel coverswon t fit on your compact spare If you try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare you coulddamage the cover or the spare Now put all the equipment back into the trunk COVER WNUT HOLD...

Страница 207: ...full size tire repaired or replaced where you want 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...

Страница 208: ...ransaxle back and forth you can destroy your transaxle Rocking your vehicle to get it out First turnyour steering wheelleft and right That will clear the area around your front wheels Then shift back...

Страница 209: ...about your vehicle and a section devoted to its appearance care Part 6 includes Service 208 Fuel 209 HoodRelease 212 Engineoil 214 Aircleaner 219 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 220 Enginecoolant 223 Power...

Страница 210: ...u ll want to get the proper Buick Service Manual It tells you much more about how to service your Buick than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service Publications in the Index Yo...

Страница 211: ...get rid of pinging It s the heavy constant knock that means you have a problem What about gasoline with blending materials that contain oxygen oxygenates such as MTBE or alcohol MTBE is methyl tertia...

Страница 212: ...eformulated to reduce vehicle emissions Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the U S or Canada unleaded fuel may be hard to find Do not use leaded gasoline If y...

Страница 213: ...ing Your Tank I I I I The cap is behind a hinged door on the left side of your vehicle While refueling hang the cap inside the fuel door To take offthe cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise...

Страница 214: ...on turn it to the right until you heara clicking noise NOTICE If you need a new cap be sure to get the right type Your dealer can get one for you If you get the wrong type it may not fit or have prope...

Страница 215: ...go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood release Lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then just pull the hood down and close it firmly...

Страница 216: ...larly 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 e...

Страница 217: ...on 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 theoil level gets above the...

Страница 218: ...in the chart SAE 1OW 30 is best for your vehicle However you can use SAE 5W 30 if it s going to be colder than 60 F 16 C before your next oil change When it s very cold you should use SAE 5W 30 These...

Страница 219: ...your vehicle However you can use SAE low 30 if it s going to be 0 F 18 C or above These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 1OW 40...

Страница 220: ...dealer is ready to advise if you think something should be added When to Change Engine Qil See if any one of these is true for you 0 Most trips are less than 4 miles 6 km 0 It s below freezing outsid...

Страница 221: ...ine oil See the manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products Used oil can be a real threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all free flowing oil fro...

Страница 222: ...ermine when to change your fluid 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 a Buick dealership Se...

Страница 223: ...bout 15miles 24 km when outside temperatures are above 50 F 10 C If it s colder than 50 F lO C you may have to drive longer To check the fluid level Park your vehicle on a level place 0 With the parki...

Страница 224: ...the proper fluid to bring the level into the cross hatched area on the dipstick I Pull out the dipstick 2 Using a long neck funnel add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring it to the proper 1eve...

Страница 225: ...ure Let the warning lights workas they should What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean water preferably distilled and one half antifreeze that meets GM Specification 1825 M which won t damage alumi...

Страница 226: ...r a little higher When yourengine is warm the level should be up to HOT or a little higher LOW COOLANT If this light comes on it means you re low on engine coolant To Add Coolant If you need more cool...

Страница 227: ...it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don tspill coolant on a hot engine Radiator Pressure Cap NOTICE Your radiator cap is a 15 psi 105 kPa pressure type cap and must be tightly installed to...

Страница 228: ...tment is hot the level should be at the HOT mark 0 When the engine compartment is cool the level should be at the FULL COLD mark What to Add Refer to the Maintenance Scheduleto determine what kind of...

Страница 229: ...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 washerfluid Fill your...

Страница 230: ...ve brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system When your brake fluid falls to a low level your brake There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in warning l...

Страница 231: ...ts so badly that they ll have to be replaced Brakefluid can damage paint so be careful not to spill brake fluid on your vehicle If you do wash it off immediately See Appearance Care in the Index Brake...

Страница 232: ...the vehicle is to have really good braking Vehicles we design and test have top quality GM brake parts in them as your Buick does when it is new When you replace parts of your braking system for examp...

Страница 233: ...Contact your dealer tolearn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods Halogen Bulbs Headlamp Bulb Replacement Headlight bulbs can be changed as described by the following procedure 231...

Страница 234: ...he plastic nuts that secure the trunk trim over the taillights area 2 3 Press and turn the plastic base C a 1 4 turn counterclockwiseand remove from the metal retaining ring E by gently pulling back a...

Страница 235: ...wingnuts of the taillamp bulbs you want to replace 2 Pull the taillight away from body carefully to avoid scratching the paint or dropping it 3 Squeeze the bulb socket and turn it 1 4turn to detach i...

Страница 236: ...EHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT XXX COLD TIRE TIRE SIZE SPEED PRESSURE RTG PSI KPa FRT RR SPA IF TIRESAREHOT ADD 4PS1 28KPa SEE OWNER S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION IlJ i Two labels on your vehicle show h...

Страница 237: ...NUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE The other label is the Certification label found on the rear edgeof the driver s door It tells you the gross weight capacityof your vehicle called the GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight R...

Страница 238: ...on t make tires Your new vehicle comes with high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer These tires are warranted by the tire manufacturers and their warranties are delivered with every new...

Страница 239: ...ding Bad wear 0 Badhandling Bad fuel economy If your tires have too muchair overinflation you canget Unusual wear 0 Badhandling 0 Roughride Needless damage from road hazards When to Check Check your t...

Страница 240: ...he Maintenance Schedule See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index FRONT Use this rotation pattern After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressure as shown on the T...

Страница 241: ...ng New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the Tire Loading Information label The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specificati...

Страница 242: ...ell on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon theactual conditions of their use however and may depart significantlyfrom the norm due to variations i...

Страница 243: ...rinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure These grades are molded on the sidewalls of passenger car tires While the tires ava...

Страница 244: ...heel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you need to replace any of your wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts replace th...

Страница 245: ...st Use only SAE Class S type chains that are the proper size for your tires Install them on the front tiresand tighten them astightly as possible with the ends securely fastened Driveslowly and follow...

Страница 246: ...n all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too NOTICE Don t use anyof these unlessthis manual says you can In many uses thesewill damage your vehicle Alcohol 0 Laund...

Страница 247: ...Wipe off what s left with a slightly damp paper towel or cloth Then dry it immediately with a blow dryer or aheat lamp NOTICE Be careful with a hair dryer or heat lamp You could scorch the fabric 0 Wi...

Страница 248: ...ain then sponge the 0 If a stain remains follow the foam type instructions soiled area with cool water described earlier 0 If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine treat the area with a waterb...

Страница 249: ...nes or waxes may cause annoyingreflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry I not be ab...

Страница 250: ...to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water Don t wash yourvehicle in the direct rays of the sun Don t use strong soaps or chemical detergents Use liquid hand dish or car washing...

Страница 251: ...con carbide cleaning brushes These brushes can take off the protectivecoating White Sidewall Tires Your Buick dealer has a GM White Sidewall Tire Cleaner You can use a stiff brush with the cleaner Wea...

Страница 252: ...with touch up materials available from your dealer or other service outlets Larger areas of finish damage can becorrected in your dealer s body and paint shop Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for...

Страница 253: ...ate a chemical fallout Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on your vehicle This damage can take two forms blotchy ringlet shaped discolorations and small irregular dark spots...

Страница 254: ...I I Appearance Care and Maintenance Materials I You can getthese from your Buick dealer I ESCRIPTION Silicone Grease Not recommended for pigskin suede leather 252...

Страница 255: ...cement parts Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label on the decklid It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts Onthis label is yourVIN themodeldesignation paintinformation and...

Страница 256: ...light switch An electrical overload will cause the lights to go on and off or in some cases to remain off If this happens have your headlight wiring checked right away Windshield Wipers The windshiel...

Страница 257: ...Cigar Lighter Theft Deterrent Decoder Module Heater Vent A C Solenoid Box A C LO Blower Relay Chime Module Electronic Brake Control Module Theft Deterrent Decoder Module Radio Passive Restraint TimerR...

Страница 258: ...fogger Timer Relay 2 Air Conditioner Blower Relay HI 3 Air Conditioner Blower Relay LO 4 Rear Defogger Circuit Breaker 5 Power Accessories Circuit Breaker 6 Power Windows and Sunroof Circuit Braker 7...

Страница 259: ...6 Cruise Control Module A C Compressor 7 Fuel Injectors High Resolution 24X 8 IS Powertrain Control Module PCM Mass Air 9 1s Electronic Ignition E1 Control Module 10 60 I P Fuse Block Courtesy Fuse C...

Страница 260: ...d Maxifuse 10 40 11 40 Component Center PowerWindows Circuit Breaker Passenger Side Underhood Electrical Center TCCand Engine Emissions Fuses I P Fuse Block Radio Wiper HVAC ABS and Turn Signal Fuses...

Страница 261: ...Shoulder Room Hip Room Coupe 193 6 72 5 53 0 107 5 59 5 58 0 42 3 37 8 57 6 52 0 Sedan 194 8 72 5 54 5 107 5 59 5 58 0 Interior Rear Coupe Sedan LegRoom 34 8 36 2 Head Room 37 1 37 8 Shoulder Room 56...

Страница 262: ...ckup Coupe 892 Backup Sedan 3057 High Level Stop 3155 High Level Stop Luggage Rack 891 License 194 Rear Side Marker Coupe 24 Application Number EXTERIOR continued Rear Side Marker Sedan 24 Tail 194 Ta...

Страница 263: ...R134A 2 0 lbs 0 9kilograms Fuel Tank Capacity 16 5gallons 62 7 liters Transaxle Automatic Overdrive Drain Refi11 6 quarts 5 7 liters Maintenance Item Part Numbers Air Filter A925C Fuel Filter GF579 Oi...

Страница 264: ...34A 2 0 lbs 0 9 kilograms Fuel Tank Capacity 16 5gallons 62 7 liters Transaxle Automatic Overdrive Drain Refill 6 quarts 5 7 liters Maintenance ItemPart Numbers Air Filter A1129C Fuel Filter GF481 Oil...

Страница 265: ...Environment 265 How This Part is Organized 265 SectionA ScheduledMaintenanceServices 266 Using Your MaintenanceSchedules 266 SelectingtheRightSchedule 267 Schedule1 268 Schedule11 270 Explanation of...

Страница 266: ...u may drive long distances all the time in very hot dusty weather You may use your vehicle in making deliveries Or you may drive it to work to do errands or in many other ways Because of all the diffe...

Страница 267: ...uled Maintenance Services shows what to have done and how often Some of these services can be complex so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment you should let your deale...

Страница 268: ...your vehicle for warranty repairs Section A Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule This section tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should sch...

Страница 269: ...e less than 4 miles 6 km Most trips are less than 10miles 16 km when outside temperatures are below freezing 0 The engine is at low speed most of the time as in 0 You operate your vehicle in dusty are...

Страница 270: ...e extended idling and or frequent low speed operation as in stop and go traffic 0 Towing a trailer 0 When operating in dusty areas I Schedule I should also be followed if the car is used for delivery...

Страница 271: ...80 000 km should be performed after 48 000 miles at the same intervals AnEmissionControlService i The U S Environmental Protection Agency has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance i...

Страница 272: ...Change 2 Chassis Lubrication _ I3 Tire Wheel Inspection Rotation I MILES OOO WHEN TO PERFORM Miles kilometers or Months Whichever I Occurs First 12 5 Every 7 500 mi 12 500 km or 12 mos a At first and...

Страница 273: ...chedulesI and I1 1 1 I I I 1 1 I Every 30 000 mi 50 000 km I I I 1 1 I The servicesshown in this scheduleup to 45 000 miles 75 000 km should be performed after 45 000 miles at the same intervals An Em...

Страница 274: ...equipped with grease fittings lubricate the suspension and steering linkage 3 4 5 Tire and Wheel Rotation and Inspection For proper wear andmaximum tire life rotate your tires following the instructi...

Страница 275: ...distributor and at the spark plugs Replace wires as needed Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Replace every 30 000miles 50 000 km or more often under dusty conditions Ask your dealer for the proper repla...

Страница 276: ...D At Each Fuel Fill It is important for you or a service station attendant to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill CHECK OR I SERVICE Engine Oil Level Level Level WHAT TO DO Check the eng...

Страница 277: ...Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Section D Lubricate all bodydoorhinges Also lubricate all hinges and latches including those for the hood glove box door and console do...

Страница 278: ...Mechanism Check WHAT TO DO Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to rolL Parkon a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake...

Страница 279: ...pleted at once INSPECTION OR SERVICE Restraint Systems Steering Suspension and Front Wheel Drive Axle Boot md Seal Inspection WHAT SHQULD BE DONE Now and then make sure all your belts buckles latch pl...

Страница 280: ...lines and hoses for proper hookup binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Inspect other brake parts including calipers parking brake etc Chec...

Страница 281: ...od quality ethylene glycol base antifreeze GM Part No 1052753 or equivalent conforming to GM Specification 1825M or approved recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825M USAGE Hydraulic Brake...

Страница 282: ...nt a Engine oil b Chassis lubricantmeeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2 Category LB or GC LB GM Part No 1052497 or equivalent EngineoilorLubriplate Lubricant Ghl Part No 1050109 USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT...

Страница 283: ...indicated When completing the Maintenance Performed column insert the numbers from the Schedule I or ScheduleI1maintenance charts which correspond to the maintenance performed Also you should retain...

Страница 284: ...I Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED SERVICED BY READING 282...

Страница 285: ...and goodwill are important to your dealer and Buick Normally any concern with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer s Salesor Service Departments Somet...

Страница 286: ...d business telephone numbers 0 Vehicle Identification Number This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the left top of the instrument panel and visible through the winds...

Страница 287: ...ying General Motors If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order arecall and remedy campaign Howeve...

Страница 288: ...months or 36 000 miles is Courtesy Transportation a program which will provide Buick retail customers with Reimbursement toward a loaner vehicle courtesy of Buick Motor Division for up to five days fo...

Страница 289: ...ck Roadside Assistance owner booklet included with your owner s manual For needed assistance call the Buick Roadside Assistance toll free hotline 1 800 252 1112 Canada Roadside Assistance Vehicles pur...

Страница 290: ...ter Now you canget these bulletins too Bulletins cover various subjects Some pertain to the proper use and care of your vehicle Some describe costly repairs Others describe inexpensive repairs which i...

Страница 291: ...you ll find in the index and how you can get one A list of all PSP s published by GM in a model year 1990or later PSP s covering all models of GM cars arelisted in the same index Ordering information...

Страница 292: ...Automated recording equipment will take your name and mailing address The number to call is 1 800 551 4123 Copies at Participating Dealers Copies of Indexes and individual PSP s are at your participat...

Страница 293: ...W 291...

Страница 294: ...0f I n t 3 C 292...

Страница 295: ...ing Under the Influence 140 Alcohol in Gasoline 209 Aluminum Wheels Cleaning 249 Antenna Care 136 Antifreeze 223 Anti lock Brake System 145 Warning Light 115 Appearance Care 244 Ashtrays and Lighter 1...

Страница 296: ...ing 125 253 Changing aFlat Tire 197 Cellular Telephone Adding 125 253 Chains Tire 243 Check Gages Light 119 Engine Coolant 223 PowerSteeringFluid 226 RestraintSystems 67 Transaxle Fluid 220 Underhood...

Страница 297: ...t 121 Dimensions Chart 259 Disposal ofUsed Oil 219 DoorLocks 71 Downshifting 84 Driving City 155 Curve 147 Defensive 140 Drunken 140 Foreign Operation 210 Freeway 156 Hilland Mountain 159 LongDistance...

Страница 298: ...lingYourTank 211 Gage 113 In Foreign Countries 210 LowLight 114 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 254 G a g e Battery Voltage Indicator 119 Engine Coolant Temperature 116 Fuel 113 Gasoline 209 Gasoline Tank...

Страница 299: ...aning 247 Leaving Your Vehicle 89 Lighter Cigarette 110 Lights Air Bag Readiness 35 Courtesy 105 DaytimeRunning 103 Fog 103 Headlights 103 On Warning 103 Operation 95 Reading 104 Removmg and Replacing...

Страница 300: ...169 Power Steering 146 Steering Fluid 226 Windows 92 Pregnancy Safety BeltsUse 38 Problems ontheRoad 171 Publications Service 288 Radiator Overheating 187 Radiator Pressure Cap 225 Radio 125 Reading...

Страница 301: ...ild Restraint 53 55 58 60 Service and Appearance Care 207 Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp 120 Service Information 208 Service Parts Identification Label 253 Service Publications 288 Ser...

Страница 302: ...ter 112 TrunkRelease Remote 73 Turn Signalmeadlight Beam Lever 94 Turn Signal Indicator 94 Turn Signal Reminder 95 Underbody Cleaning 250 Unleaded Gasoline 209 UpholsteryCare 244 UsedOilDisposal 219 U...

Страница 303: ...g GVWR 234 Trailer 165 Alignment 241 Aluminum 249 CoverRemoval 198 NutTorque 203 Replacement 242 Windows 92 Wheel Windshield Cleaning 248 Washer 97 WasherFluid 227 Wipers 96 WinterDriving 160 WreckerT...

Страница 304: ...Owner s Record of Upkeep and Fuel Usage 302...

Страница 305: ...Owner s Record of Upkeep andFuel Usage 303...

Страница 306: ...240 252 264 276 288 300 312 324 336 348 360 372 384 396 408 420 432 1 3 0 1 4 3 I 5 6 1 6 9 1 8 2 1 9 5 2 0 8 2 2 1 234 247 260 273 286 299 3I 2 325 338 35I 364 377 390 4 0 3 4 16 429 442 4 55 468 1...

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Страница 308: ...1 THIS MANUAL IS PRINTED ONRECYCLED PAPER USING MINIMUM 50 WASTEPAPER 10 POST CONSUMERWASTE...

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