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2. Remove the air intake hose that snaps over the

throttle body by pulling the hose upward and away
from the throttle body. As you are detaching the
hose, remove the air cleaner housing cover by
pulling upward and rearward.

3. Check or replace the engine air cleaner/filter.

4. Reattach the air intake hose.

5. Reinstall the air cleaner housing cover.

Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to
replace the air filter.

See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index.

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Содержание 2001 Park Avenue

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Страница 2: ...re change Emergency towing 1 800 252 1112 For vehicles purchased in Canada call 1 800 268 6800 that provides in an emergency 1 800 252 1112 For vehicles purchased in Canada call 1 800 268 6800 Courtes...

Страница 3: ...2001 Buick Park Avenue Owner s Manual Litho in U S A Part Number 25711389 A First Edition Copyright General Motors Corporation 2000 All Rights Reserved i...

Страница 4: ...tments Convenience Net Auxiliary Power Outlets OnStar System If Equipped Sunroof Option HomeLink Transmitter If Equipped Instrument Panel Warning Lights and Gages Driver Information Center If Equipped...

Страница 5: ...Towing a Trailer Heating and Air Conditioning Setting the Radio Clock Radio Cassette Player CD Player Radio Theft Deterrent Feature Steering Wheel Controls Hazard Warning Flashers Jump Starting Towin...

Страница 6: ...ended Fluids and Lubricants Maintenance Records Fuel Checking Fluids and Lubricants GM Oil Life System If Equipped Engine Air Cleaner Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Brakes Bulb Replacement Wi...

Страница 7: ...it to quickly find something you want to read Section 8 Customer Satisfaction Procedures Customer Assistance Offices Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation Warranty Information See Warranty...

Страница 8: ...Motors of Canada Limited for Buick Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sel...

Страница 9: ...d a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that c...

Страница 10: ...thing 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 ot...

Страница 11: ...ave 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 WINDSHIEL...

Страница 12: ...or Release See Section 6 Cooling System See Section 5 Hood Release See Section 6 Windshield Washer Fluid See Section 6 Spare Tire Pressure See Section 5 Alternate Fuel Door Release See Section 6 Batte...

Страница 13: ...ons Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 14 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 14 Driver Position 1 20 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 21 Right Front Passenger Position 1 21 Air Ba...

Страница 14: ...r lower the rear of the seat cushion by holding the rear part of the horizontal control up or down D Raise or lower the entire seat cushion by holding the whole horizontal control up or down D Move th...

Страница 15: ...switch forward or rearward To move the lumbar up or down hold the switch upward or downward Memory Seat and Mirrors If Equipped If your vehicle has this feature the controls on the driver s door panel...

Страница 16: ...To store the exit position for an easy exit use the following procedure 1 First identify the DRIVER by pressing the MEMORY button 1 or 2 or by pressing the button with the unlock symbol on the transm...

Страница 17: ...your stored driving or exit position to be recalled when unlocking your vehicle with the transmitter see Personal Choice Features Memory Seat Recall in the Index Heated Seats Option The heated seat co...

Страница 18: ...safety belts can t do their job when you re reclined like this The shoulder belt can t do its job In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either...

Страница 19: ...nts Slide an adjustable 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 On some models the he...

Страница 20: ...nside the vehicle or be ejected from it You can 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 be...

Страница 21: ...If you do have a crash you don t know if it will be a bad one A few crashes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between I...

Страница 22: ...1 10 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels Put someone on it...

Страница 23: ...1 11 Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield...

Страница 24: ...nt panel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety belts...

Страница 25: ...ey work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up...

Страница 26: ...hich restraint systems your vehicle has We ll start with the driver position Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here...

Страница 27: ...t 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 parts of the body are best able to take bel...

Страница 28: ...is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase inju...

Страница 29: ...ou can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cau...

Страница 30: ...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...

Страница 31: ...sted across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it...

Страница 32: ...n it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously inju...

Страница 33: ...this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again If your vehicle has a center passenger position be sure to use the correct buckle when buckling your lap shoulder belt If you find t...

Страница 34: ...and right front passenger are designed to work only in moderate to severe crashes where the front of your vehicle hits something They aren t designed to inflate at all in rollover rear side or low spe...

Страница 35: ...le while still maintaining control of the vehicle Front occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door CAUTION Anyone who is up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be ser...

Страница 36: ...em checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Air Bag Readiness Light in the Index for more information How the Air Bag Systems Wor...

Страница 37: ...in the instrument panel on the passenger s side The driver s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door The right front passenger s side impact air bag is in the s...

Страница 38: ...strikes something that will move or deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The driver s and right front passenger s frontal air bags are not designed to inflate in rollovers s...

Страница 39: ...impact air bags would not help you in many types of collisions including frontal or near frontal collisions rollovers and rear impacts primarily because an occupant s motion is not toward those air ba...

Страница 40: ...th a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information about the frontal air bag system The module records information about the readiness of the system when the system commands air bag in...

Страница 41: ...10 seconds after the ignition key is turned off and the battery is disconnected an air bag can still inflate during improper service You can be injured if you are close to an air bag when it inflates...

Страница 42: ...make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Bel...

Страница 43: ...n strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Lap Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one pro...

Страница 44: ...make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the...

Страница 45: ...l injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or a...

Страница 46: ...t the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat To provide added safety belt comfort for children who...

Страница 47: ...lastic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elast...

Страница 48: ...n a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In f...

Страница 49: ...uch until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will su...

Страница 50: ...are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatibl...

Страница 51: ...nfants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child for whom the safety belts are designed A yo...

Страница 52: ...restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant seat B provides restraint with the seating surfac...

Страница 53: ...urfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positione...

Страница 54: ...aps and a crotch strap A shield may take the place of hip straps A T shaped shield has shoulder straps that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type...

Страница 55: ...forward facing child restraint in the right front seat but before you do always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It s better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat CAUTIO...

Страница 56: ...e child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top strap and that the strap be anchored In the United States so...

Страница 57: ...top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer s instructions say Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about th...

Страница 58: ...if needed If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 3 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckl...

Страница 59: ...lpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 5 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint jus...

Страница 60: ...t can be badly injured or killed by the right front passenger air bag if it inflates Never secure a child restraint in the center front seat It s always better to secure a child restraint in the rear...

Страница 61: ...ckle 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...

Страница 62: ...ld restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Always secure a rear facing child restraint in the rear seat Although a rear seat is a safer place you can secure a forward facing child restr...

Страница 63: ...t 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 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you wo...

Страница 64: ...ure 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...

Страница 65: ...ld cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat In a crash children who are not buckled up can strik...

Страница 66: ...er 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 B...

Страница 67: ...hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if...

Страница 68: ...bag covers and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you ve had a crash do you need new belts After a ve...

Страница 69: ...ur Engine 2 25 Engine Coolant Heater Option 2 26 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 29 Parking Brake 2 30 Shifting Into PARK P 2 33 Shifting Out of PARK P 2 33 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 34 Engine E...

Страница 70: ...cle with the windows closed is dangerous A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child alone in a vehicle especially...

Страница 71: ...way When the switch is released the window will stop moving To raise the window press and hold the switch forward Window Lock Press the window lock button on the driver s armrest to disable all passe...

Страница 72: ...many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the keys in a vehicle with childre...

Страница 73: ...ring column If a replacement key or any additional key is needed you must purchase this key from your dealer The key will have PK3 stamped on it Keep the bar code tag that came with the original keys...

Страница 74: ...es may be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it D Outsiders can easi...

Страница 75: ...all of the doors will lock And every time you stop and move the shift lever into PARK P the doors will unlock If someone needs to get out while you re not in PARK P have that person use the manual or...

Страница 76: ...nsmitter to advance to Mode 2 would result in all doors locking and then only the driver s door would unlock For Mode 0 no locking or unlocking will occur 5 Release the power door lock switch and turn...

Страница 77: ...will unlock 4 Release the power door lock switch To turn this feature off repeat the above procedure If your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Information Center DIC you can also program these featu...

Страница 78: ...from inside then get out and close the door Remote Keyless Entry System With this feature you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from about 3 feet 1 m up to 30 feet 9 m away using th...

Страница 79: ...e the instructions that follow D If you re still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Operation The numbers on the back of the transmitters correspond to DRIVER 1 and D...

Страница 80: ...r comfort control temperature mode and fan settings See Comfort Controls Personal Choice in the Index If your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Information Center DIC you can also program these feat...

Страница 81: ...terrent System The remote keyless entry transmitter will arm the theft deterrent system whenever the doors are closed and you push the button with the lock symbol when the ignition is off It will disa...

Страница 82: ...change the battery NOTICE When replacing the battery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter For battery replacement u...

Страница 83: ...ransmitter has been resynchronized the horn will chirp and the exterior lamps will flash once The system should now operate properly Trunk CAUTION It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open...

Страница 84: ...your trunk if the ignition is off or if the ignition is on and the transaxle is in PARK P Remote Trunk Release Lockout The remote trunk release lockout button allows you to secure items in the trunk...

Страница 85: ...les with folding rear seatbacks See your dealer for additional information Theft Vehicle theft is big business especially in some cities Although your vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features...

Страница 86: ...r s D Give the valet key to the valet Then take the master key with you Content Theft Deterrent System Your vehicle is equipped with a content theft deterrent alarm system With this system the SECURIT...

Страница 87: ...by pressing the button with the unlock symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter The alarm won t stop if you try to unlock a door any other way Testing the Alarm The alarm can be tested by follo...

Страница 88: ...dustry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 thisdevicemaynotcauseinterference and 2 thisdevice must accept any interference received including interference that may cause unde...

Страница 89: ...rocedure After Step 2 repeat Steps 1 and 2 with the second current driver s key Then continue with Step 3 To program the new key 1 Insert the current driver s key black in color in the ignition and st...

Страница 90: ...an mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings D Don t tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer in the Index for more i...

Страница 91: ...he parking brake is set Use OFF if you must have your vehicle in motion while the engine is not running RUN D This is the position that the switch returns to after you start your engine and release th...

Страница 92: ...ry to be drained much sooner And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter 2 If it doesn t st...

Страница 93: ...rmal grounded 110 volt AC outlet CAUTION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be...

Страница 94: ...to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If y...

Страница 95: ...ift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transaxle see Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow in the Index NE...

Страница 96: ...oose THIRD 3 instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE B D When driving on hilly winding roads D When towing a trailer so there is less shifting between gears or D When going down a steep hill SECOND 2 This posi...

Страница 97: ...pedal This could overheat and damage the transaxle Use your brakes or shift into PARK P to hold your vehicle in position on a hill Parking Brake This vehicle has a PUSH TO RELEASE parking brake pedal...

Страница 98: ...and are parking on any hill see Towing a Trailer in the Index That part shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving Shifting Into PARK P CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehic...

Страница 99: ...Move the shift lever into PARK P as follows D Pull the lever toward you D Move the lever up as far as it will go 3 Move the ignition key to LOCK 4 Remove the ignition key and take it with you If you c...

Страница 100: ...ift lever away from PARK P without first pulling it toward you If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift you...

Страница 101: ...ation Then move the shift lever into the gear you want If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the key to OFF Open and close the driver s door to turn...

Страница 102: ...ing 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 en...

Страница 103: ...ver 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...

Страница 104: ...change To signal a turn move the lever all the way up or down When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the...

Страница 105: ...a chime will sound at each flash of the turn signal To turn off the chime move the turn signal lever to the off position Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beam to high o...

Страница 106: ...d The moisture sensor is mounted on the interior of the windshield below the rearview mirror and is used to automatically operate the wipers This system operates by monitoring the amount of moisture b...

Страница 107: ...sture sensor to malfunction Windshield Washer At the top of the multifunction lever there is a paddle with the word PUSH on it For programmed operation press and release the paddle The washer will pro...

Страница 108: ...ch roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning and you could lose control Don t use cruise control on slippery roads If your vehicle is in cruise control when the optional tr...

Страница 109: ...ch at R A the vehicle will accelerate until you release the switch or apply the brake So unless you want to go faster don t hold the switch at R A Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are...

Страница 110: ...trol on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to mai...

Страница 111: ...position to turn on the parking license and sidemarker lamps Pull the knob out further to the second position to turn on the headlamps Push the knob all the way back in to turn off the parking and hea...

Страница 112: ...taillamps sidemarker and other lamps won t be on Your instrument panel won t be lit up either When it s dark enough outside your high beam headlamps will change to low beam headlamps at full brightne...

Страница 113: ...r on top of the instrument panel Don t cover it up If you do it will sense dark and the headlamps will come on Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Intensity Control Instrument panel light brightness can b...

Страница 114: ...ll give you time to find the door handle or lock switches Parade Dimming This feature prohibits the dimming of your instrument panel displays during daylight while your headlamps are on This feature o...

Страница 115: ...ghting feature is now off To turn the feature on do the following 1 Press and hold LOCK on the door lock switch throughout this procedure All doors will lock 2 Press the instant alarm button on the tr...

Страница 116: ...nition To turn on the front seat reading lamps when the doors are closed press the button behind the lamp you want on Press it again to turn the lamp off These lamps work even when the ignition is off...

Страница 117: ...his feature shuts off all lamps that are left on for more than 10 minutes when the ignition is off This will keep your battery from running down Mirrors Inside Manual Day Night Rearview Mirror When yo...

Страница 118: ...pped with OnStar controls To turn off automatic dimming press OFF or the on off button for mirrors equipped with OnStar controls The indicator light will be illuminated when this feature is active Ele...

Страница 119: ...ion and the compass feature are on the compass will show two character boxes for approximately two seconds After two seconds the mirror will display the compass heading Compass Calibration If after tw...

Страница 120: ...r compass could give false readings To adjust for compass variance 1 Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map 2 Press and hold COMPASS or the on off button for mir...

Страница 121: ...e mirror positions along with the driver s seat position can be stored in memory See Memory Seat and Mirrors in the Index Parallel Park Assist Mirror If Equipped If you have the DIC feature the passen...

Страница 122: ...r If Equipped If you have this feature the driver s side outside mirror will adjust for the glare of headlamps behind you This feature is controlled by the on and off settings on the automatic electro...

Страница 123: ...amps The following chart and instructions will help you install your garage door opener in the overhead storage area 1 Push the extended tab above the GARAGE button or insert a screwdriver between the...

Страница 124: ...3 3 1 3 OVERHEAD OO 4 BTN 232 1 10 3 DOOR 2 10 3 3 1 3 4 1 3 PULSAR 921 1 4 3 PULSAR 931 1 4 3 Your Garage Door Transmitter Vehicle Console Door Name Model Button Position For Adapter s Number Of Adap...

Страница 125: ...NLEY 1050 1 6 3 STANLEY 1076 1 6 3 2 6 3 STANLEY 1079 1 6 3 2 6 3 STANLEY 1075 1 6 3 2 6 3 STANLEY 331 1052 1 6 4 Your Garage Door Transmitter Vehicle Console Door Name Model Button Position For Adapt...

Страница 126: ...de are cupholders that can be flipped forward for use with the armrest cover closed There is also a removable coinholder and a storage area for cassette tapes and compact discs Front Center Console If...

Страница 127: ...h Your vehicle is equipped with a rear storage armrest with a pass through feature that allows for trunk access Pull the rear armrest down then push down on the trunk access panel latch to open the pa...

Страница 128: ...NOTICE Don t put papers or other flammable things into your ashtrays Hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them causing a damaging fire Cigarette Lighter There is a cigarette lighter...

Страница 129: ...vehicle may have one or two power outlets depending on the type of front seat you have If your front seat has a fold down armrest the power outlet is located in the center of the front seat below the...

Страница 130: ...e center will locate your vehicle and assess the situation If necessary the advisor will alert the nearest emergency service provider Call ANSWER END Button Use this button to answer a call If you are...

Страница 131: ...cation For vehicle breakdowns press the OnStar button An advisor will contact the appropriate help D Remote Diagnostics If an instrument panel light comes on the center can perform a check of the engi...

Страница 132: ...ar provider D subject to limitations caused by atmospheric conditions such as severe weather or topographical conditions such as mountainous terrain D subject to cellular carrier equipment limitations...

Страница 133: ...panel and sunshade press the switch rearward and release The sunroof will open automatically to the full open position To stop the panel in a partially opened position press the switch again at the de...

Страница 134: ...Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interfe...

Страница 135: ...ight begins to flash rapidly after 20 seconds Then release the buttons This procedure initializes the memory and erases any previous settings for all three channels 2 Decide which one of the three cha...

Страница 136: ...he button on the HomeLink Transmitter Release both buttons when the indicator light on the HomeLink Transmitter begins to flash rapidly Operating the HomeLinkR Transmitter Press and release the approp...

Страница 137: ...wing this step you have 30 seconds to start Step 3 3 Return to the HomeLink Transmitter in your vehicle and firmly press and release the HomeLink Transmitter button you have already programmed for two...

Страница 138: ...2 70 The Instrument Panel Your Information System...

Страница 139: ...eel Controls E Hazard Warning Flashers Button F Instrument Panel Cluster G Gearshift Lever H Audio System I Air Outlet J Fuel Door Release Button K Trunk Release and Lockout Button L Hood Release M Ig...

Страница 140: ...nt panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running It includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages Be sure to read about thos...

Страница 141: ...2 73 Cluster with Driver Information Center DIC United States version shown Canada similar...

Страница 142: ...d one had If it can t be then it s set at zero and a label must be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading and when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer A trip odometer can te...

Страница 143: ...ions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of the...

Страница 144: ...dy If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the a...

Страница 145: ...tem is divided into two parts If one part isn t working the other part can still work and stop you For good braking though you need both parts working well If the warning light comes on there is a bra...

Страница 146: ...will come on when your engine is started and may stay on for several seconds That s normal If the light stays on and the chime sounds turn the ignition to OFF Or if the light comes on and the chime s...

Страница 147: ...n the system off by pressing the button located on the end of the shift lever the warning light will come on and stay on To turn the system back on press the button again The warning light should go o...

Страница 148: ...ne Soon Light Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission control systems This system is called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation an...

Страница 149: ...ion Inspection Maintenance test This light should come on as a check to show you it is working when the ignition is on and the engine is not running If the light doesn t come on have it repaired This...

Страница 150: ...operly installed should turn the light off Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water If so your electrical system may be wet The condition will usually be corrected when the electrical system...

Страница 151: ...run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving This may take several days of routine driving If you have done this and your vehicle sti...

Страница 152: ...Vehicle Soon Light This light will come on if your vehicle has certain non emission related problems For example if the entire electrical system fails to send and receive messages from the vehicle s...

Страница 153: ...uel gage shows about how much fuel is in your tank It works only when the ignition is on When the indicator moves to the edge of the low fuel warning band the low fuel warning light will come on and a...

Страница 154: ...re pressure and battery information D RESET This button used along with other buttons will reset system functions D ENG MET Use this button to change the display between English and metric units DIC C...

Страница 155: ...oint press the RESET button while the fuel used is displayed in the DIC Fuel Range Press the FUEL INFO button until the display shows FUEL RANGE The fuel range will calculate the remaining distance yo...

Страница 156: ...will show BATTERY STATE NORMAL If the voltage drops below 10 5 volts the display will show BATTERY STATE LOW If the voltage is above 16 volts the display will show BATTERY STATE HIGH If the display s...

Страница 157: ...the SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM message it means there may be a problem with your stability enhancement system If you see this message try to reset the system stop turn off the engine then start the eng...

Страница 158: ...the Check Tire Pressure System See Check Tire Pressure System in the Index DIC Personal Choice Programming The DIC is used to program the personal choices of two drivers The drivers are recognized as...

Страница 159: ...ndex See the following steps for personal choice programming instructions 1 Turn the ignition on and keep the transaxle in PARK P 2 Inform the DIC which driver you are by pressing the button with the...

Страница 160: ...e may not be retained If you happen to move past a selection you would like to make a personal choice for press the button with the unlock symbol on your transmitter or press the appropriate driver nu...

Страница 161: ...omatic door unlock when shifting back into PARK P When you choose ON for UNLOCK in PARK the DIC will display WHICH DOORS ALL DRIVER You have the choice of unlocking all doors or just the driver s door...

Страница 162: ...edback when locking your vehicle and the exterior lamps will flash when unlocking your vehicle D If you choose LIGHTS for LOCK FEEDBACK and OFF for UNLOCK FEEDBACK your exterior lamps will flash when...

Страница 163: ...eature is active the memory seat and mirror positions will be recalled for the identified driver when the remote keyless entry transmitter is used to enter the vehicle You can program this feature to...

Страница 164: ...ce will be retained in memory For more information on this feature see Window Lock in the Index Head Up Display HUD If Equipped CAUTION If the HUD image is too bright or too high in your field of view...

Страница 165: ...you never look at your instrument panel you may not see something important such as a warning light NOTICE Although the HUD image appears to be near the front of the vehicle do not use it as a parking...

Страница 166: ...is no brighter than necessary To turn the HUD display off slide the dimmer control all the way down If the sun comes out the sky becomes cloudy or if you turn your headlamps on you may need to adjust...

Страница 167: ...ption Ultrasonic rear parking assist can help you to determine how close an object is to your rear bumper within a given area making parking easier The URPA display is located inside the vehicle above...

Страница 168: ...ler or the object is removed and your vehicle is driven forward at least 15 mph 25 km h It may also flash red if the ultrasonic sensors are not kept clean So be sure to keep your rear bumper free of m...

Страница 169: ...Control 3 8 Ventilation System 3 9 Steering Wheel Controls for Climate Control 3 9 Audio Systems 3 9 Setting the Clock 3 10 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control If Equipp...

Страница 170: ...imate control will adjust to the last settings of the identified driver The settings can also be changed by pressing one of the MEMORY buttons 1 or 2 located on the driver s door until you hear two be...

Страница 171: ...inside the vehicle push the TEMP button If you want a warmer comfort level push the red arrow If you want a cooler comfort level push the blue arrow Your comfort setting is shown in the display Fan Bu...

Страница 172: ...em will remain at the maximum heat setting and fan speed Choosing either maximum setting will not cause the system to heat or cool any faster In cold weather the system will delay turning the fan on h...

Страница 173: ...ECIRC When RECIRC is selected the system will limit the amount of outside air entering your vehicle This is helpful when you are trying to cool the interior of the vehicle quickly or limit the amount...

Страница 174: ...temperature by pressing the TEMP up or down arrow You may also adjust the ComforTempt system manually by pressing the AIR FLOW button until FLOOR appears Again adjust the temperature by pressing the T...

Страница 175: ...ething else sharp on the inside of the rear window If you do you could cut or damage the warming grid or the integrated rear window antenna and the repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty Passeng...

Страница 176: ...lecting any air choice except the rear window defogger and any fan speed Adjust the direction of airflow by moving the louvered vents You have rear passenger ComforTemptoutlets that you can use to adj...

Страница 177: ...ive years of listening pleasure You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first Find out what your audio system can do and how to operate all its controls to be sure y...

Страница 178: ...flashes If you press the button when the ignition is off the clock will show for a few seconds Finding a Station AM FM Press this button to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 The display shows your select...

Страница 179: ...system will seek and set the 12 strongest FM or the 6 strongest AM stations on your preset buttons depending on which band AM or FM you are listening to AUTO SET will flash while seeking and will rema...

Страница 180: ...ide of the tape is playing If you want to insert a tape when the ignition or radio is off first press EJECT or RECALL Cassette tape adapter kits for portable compact disc players will work in your cas...

Страница 181: ...double D symbol will appear on the display Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Lab...

Страница 182: ...il the display flashes If you press the button when the ignition is off the clock will show for a few seconds Finding a Station AM FM Press this button to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 The display sho...

Страница 183: ...Press this button and the system will seek and set the 12 strongest FM or the 6 strongest AM stations on your preset buttons AUTO SET will flash while seeking and will remain on until this function i...

Страница 184: ...ted The display will show an arrow to show which side of the tape is playing If you want to insert a tape when the ignition or radio is off first press EJECT or RECALL Your tape bias is set automatica...

Страница 185: ...are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation SOURCE Press this button to change to the tape or disc function when the radio is on If both a tape and a disc are installed the system will...

Страница 186: ...econds have played If you hold the button or press it more than once the player will continue moving back through the disc The sound will mute while seeking NEXT 2 Press this button to go to the next...

Страница 187: ...t in the player it will be pulled back in the player with the ignition on or off Trunk Mounted CD Changer Option With the optional compact disc changer you can play up to 12 discs continuously Normal...

Страница 188: ...is left partially open the changer will not operate and an error will occur When the door is closed the changer will begin checking for discs in the magazine This will continue for up to two minutes d...

Страница 189: ...The disc should play when the road is smoother D The disc is dirty scratched wet or upside down D The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again D The CD changer door is open Completely...

Страница 190: ...y the track number will also appear Press RECALL a third time and the time of day will be displayed SOURCE Press this button to play a CD if you have a magazine loaded in the changer and the radio is...

Страница 191: ...is recommended that you read through all nine steps before starting the procedure If you allow more than 15 seconds to elapse between any steps the radio automatically reverts to time and you must st...

Страница 192: ...you lose or forget your code contact your dealer Disabling the Theft Deterrent Feature Enter your secret code as follows pause no more than 15 seconds between steps 1 Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY o...

Страница 193: ...e tape or a compact disc press SEEK to hear the next selection AM FM Press this button to choose AM FM1 or FM2 SCAN Press this button to scan your radio preset stations Understanding Radio Reception A...

Страница 194: ...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 vol...

Страница 195: ...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 deale...

Страница 196: ...he rear window is not scratched and that the lines on the glass are not damaged If the inside surface is damaged it could interfere with radio reception Do not apply aftermarket glass tinting The meta...

Страница 197: ...ving 4 6 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 9 Traction Control System If Equipped 4 11 Steering 4 13 Off Road Recovery 4 13 Passing 4 15 Loss of Control 4 16 Driving at Night 4 18 Driving in Rain and...

Страница 198: ...ventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is goi...

Страница 199: ...alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive Bu...

Страница 200: ...arried in body water this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks The law in many U S states sets the lega...

Страница 201: ...right answer What if there s an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the co...

Страница 202: ...you have to bring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three se...

Страница 203: ...et 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 ped...

Страница 204: ...e wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver cou...

Страница 205: ...at the same time In many emergencies steering can help you more than even the very best braking Traction Control System If Equipped Your vehicle may have a traction control system that limits wheel sp...

Страница 206: ...you can turn the traction control system off if you ever need to You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud or snow and rocking the vehicle is required See Rocking You...

Страница 207: ...ng in the same direction If you ve ever tried to steer a vehicle on wet ice you ll understand this The traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface the a...

Страница 208: ...times you can t there isn t room That s the time for evasive action steering around the problem Your vehicle can perform very well in emergencies like these First apply your brakes See Braking in Emer...

Страница 209: ...another vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or...

Страница 210: ...rs are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone isn t trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the b...

Страница 211: ...m is off then an acceleration skid is also best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way...

Страница 212: ...m headlamps behind you D Since you can t see as well you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles D Slow down especially on higher speed roads Your headlamps can light...

Страница 213: ...th misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean inside and out Glare at night is made much w...

Страница 214: ...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...

Страница 215: ...is dangerous So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water This can happen if the road is wet enough and you re going fast enough When your vehicle is hydroplani...

Страница 216: ...y to drive through flowing water as you might at a low water crossing your vehicle can be carried away As little as six inches of flowing water can carry away a smaller vehicle If this happens you and...

Страница 217: ...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...

Страница 218: ...ou have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close t...

Страница 219: ...Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it s ready to go If it needs service have it done before starti...

Страница 220: ...the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips D Make sure your vehicle is well ven...

Страница 221: ...ll slope CAUTION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You wo...

Страница 222: ...a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be dri...

Страница 223: ...out freezing 32_F 0_C and freezing rain begins to fall Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with...

Страница 224: ...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...

Страница 225: ...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 ther...

Страница 226: ...icle must be towed see Towing Your Vehicle in the Index NOTICE Towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground will damage drivetrain components Loading Your Vehicle Two labels on your vehicle...

Страница 227: ...ting GAWR for either the front or rear axle And if you do have a heavy load you should spread it out Don t carry more than 176 lbs 80 kg in your trunk CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than...

Страница 228: ...n unsecured child restraint in your vehicle D When you carry something inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can Automatic Level Control This feature keeps the rear of your vehicle level as the lo...

Страница 229: ...speeds and under greater loads generating extra heat What s more the trailer adds considerably to wind resistance increasing the pulling requirements If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do here...

Страница 230: ...trailering information or advice or you can write us at Buick Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33136 Detroit MI 48232 5136 In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication...

Страница 231: ...the driver s door or see Loading Your Vehicle in the Index Then be sure you don t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle including the weight of the trailer tongue Hitches It s important to have the c...

Страница 232: ...vehicle s brake system If you do both brake systems won t work well or at all Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Before setting out for the open road you...

Страница 233: ...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 move your hand to the right Always back up slowly and i...

Страница 234: ...still working Your vehicle has bulb warning lights When you plug a trailer lighting system into your vehicle s lighting system its bulb warning lights may not let you know if one of your lamps goes ou...

Страница 235: ...ailer can be damaged But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill here s how to do it 1 Apply your regular brakes but don t shift into PARK P yet 2 Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheel...

Страница 236: ...ulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid don t overfill engine oil drive belt cooling syst...

Страница 237: ...that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 7 Towing Your Vehicle 5 8 Engine Overheating 5 10 Cooling System 5 16 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 17 Chan...

Страница 238: ...column 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 and even if the key isn t in To turn off the flashers pr...

Страница 239: ...ou NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty The ACDelcoR battery in your vehicle has a built in hydrometer Do not charge test...

Страница 240: ...omatic transaxle in PARK P and a manual transaxle in NEUTRAL before setting the parking brake 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Turn off the radios and all lamps that aren t needed This will av...

Страница 241: ...yes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately 6 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock and the vehicles...

Страница 242: ...t let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable doesn t go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the...

Страница 243: ...wing 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the heavy unpainted metal engine part on the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the negative terminal on the v...

Страница 244: ...it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheat...

Страница 245: ...hest fan speed and open the window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE B or THIRD 3 If you no longer have...

Страница 246: ...UTION 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 coolan...

Страница 247: ...ICE Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn t covered by your warranty NOTICE When adding coolant it is important that you use only DEX COOLR silicate free coolant If coolant other...

Страница 248: ...ous Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wr...

Страница 249: ...try You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out a...

Страница 250: ...ap and upper 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...

Страница 251: ...ark 5 Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank but leave the radiator pressure cap off 6 Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the e...

Страница 252: ...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 bra...

Страница 253: ...y 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...

Страница 254: ...ear you for easy reference while you change the tire 1 Lift the tire cover to gain access to the spare tire and jacking equipment 2 Remove the wheel wrench and jack from the jack container 3 Remove th...

Страница 255: ...When reinstalling the decorative nut caps tighten the caps snugly with the wheel wrench then continue one eighth turn for steel caps and one quarter turn for plastic caps It is not required to remove...

Страница 256: ...el wrench counterclockwise to lower the jack head until it fits under the vehicle 4 Near each wheel well is a notch in the plastic trim panel to position the jack head You ll find the word JACK and an...

Страница 257: ...operly 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 location before raising the v...

Страница 258: ...el attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off CAUTION Never...

Страница 259: ...nd even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can...

Страница 260: ...Tire and Tools CAUTION Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store...

Страница 261: ...llision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place Store the compact spare tire and tools as shown in the diagram A Wrench B Jack C Jack Container D Spare Tire Cover E Re...

Страница 262: ...ling or removing the compact spare See Check Tire Pressure System in the Index Of course it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in...

Страница 263: ...wheels too fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth you can destroy your transaxle For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains in the Index Rocking Your Vehicle T...

Страница 264: ...assenger Compartment Air Filter 6 20 Supercharger Oil 6 21 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 24 Engine Coolant 6 27 Radiator Pressure Cap 6 27 Power Steering Fluid 6 28 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 30 Brakes 6...

Страница 265: ...ou want to do some of your own service work you ll want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manua...

Страница 266: ...entification number VIN shows the code letter for your engine You will find the VIN at the top left of your instrument panel See Vehicle Identification Number in the Index If you have the 3800 V6 engi...

Страница 267: ...adopting California emissions standards your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicat...

Страница 268: ...Don t use it It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage wouldn t be covered under your warranty Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driv...

Страница 269: ...side of the vehicle The release button for the fuel door is located to the left of the steering column There is also a manual fuel door release It is located in the top of the trunk compartment on th...

Страница 270: ...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 g...

Страница 271: ...hile 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...

Страница 272: ...N 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...

Страница 273: ...e and locate the secondary hood release It is under the front edge of the grille 3 Lift up on this lever as you lift up the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly The...

Страница 274: ...ercharged L67 engine similar here s what you will see A Battery B Radiator Pressure Cap C Engine Oil Dipstick D Engine Oil Fill Cap E Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick F Brake Master Cylinder G Winds...

Страница 275: ...vel regularly this is an added reminder Checking Engine Oil It s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle m...

Страница 276: ...l 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 m...

Страница 277: ...the front of the oil container If you have your oil changed for you be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleum Institute certified for gasoline engines You should also use the proper v...

Страница 278: ...se is true for you use the short trip city maintenance schedule D Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles 8 to 16 km This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing D Most t...

Страница 279: ...Reset the Oil Life System If Equipped Always reset the engine oil life to 100 after every oil change It will not reset itself To reset the Oil Life System press and hold the DIC RESET button for more...

Страница 280: ...lter is on the driver s side of the engine compartment See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location To check or replace the engine air cleaner filter do the following...

Страница 281: ...e detaching the hose remove the air cleaner housing cover by pulling upward and rearward 3 Check or replace the engine air cleaner filter 4 Reattach the air intake hose 5 Reinstall the air cleaner hou...

Страница 282: ...t into your engine which will damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when you re driving Passenger Compartment Air Filter Passenger compartment air both outside air and recirculated air...

Страница 283: ...onths whichever occurs first What Kind of Oil to Use Use only the recommended supercharger oil See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index How to Check and Add Oil Check oil only when the engin...

Страница 284: ...tohavethisdoneatthedealershipservicedepartment If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick NOTICE Too much or too little fluid ca...

Страница 285: ...range Then position the shift lever in PARK P D Let the engine run at idle for three to five minutes Then without shutting off the engine follow these steps The transaxle fluid dipstick top is a round...

Страница 286: ...o 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 l...

Страница 287: ...OOLR coolant will D Give freezing protection down to 34_F 37_C D Give boiling protection up to 265_F 129_C D Protect against rust and corrosion D Help keep the proper engine temperature D Let the warn...

Страница 288: ...ngine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant NOTI...

Страница 289: ...s warm the level should be up to FULL HOT or a little higher Adding Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper DEX COOLR coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank but be careful not to spill i...

Страница 290: ...ghtly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck Power Steering Fluid When t...

Страница 291: ...to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals...

Страница 292: ...w 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 wash...

Страница 293: ...stem If it is you should have your brake system fixed since a leak means that sooner 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 Addin...

Страница 294: ...from entering the reservoir CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system your brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brak...

Страница 295: ...ditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to he...

Страница 296: ...le comes with a maintenance free ACDelcoR battery When it s time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label We recommend an ACDelco battery See Eng...

Страница 297: ...ulbs in the Index For any bulbs not listed in this section contact your dealer s service department Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch...

Страница 298: ...6 35 1 Remove the thumb screws by turning them counterclockwise 2 Pull the headlamp away from the vehicle...

Страница 299: ...to do it by hand 4 Remove the wire connector from the bulb by lifting the lock tab and pulling it away from the plastic base 5 Replace the old bulb with a new bulb 6 Reverse Steps 1 through 4 to reass...

Страница 300: ...hicle is damaged in an accident the headlamp aim may be affected Aim adjustment may be necessary if it is difficult to see lane markers for horizontal aim or if oncoming drivers flash their high beams...

Страница 301: ...mp 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 Tir...

Страница 302: ...emoval procedure previously in this section 2 Once the headlamp assembly has been removed reach down from the top of the vehicle and while pressing the lock tab on the socket turn the socket one quart...

Страница 303: ...unk On either side of the rear of the trunk is a plastic retainer that holds the cargo net and taillamp assembly in place 2 Unhook the cargo net from the cargo net retainer and remove the retainer by...

Страница 304: ...socket assembly by turning the socket one quarter turn counterclockwise and pulling it out 8 Once the socket has been removed pull the bulb straight out to remove it from the socket 9 Replace it with...

Страница 305: ...nd back up bulbs located behind the taillamp assembly along the trunk lid The following instructions explain how to access these bulbs 1 There are four studs located at the edge of the trunk lid Remov...

Страница 306: ...rs along the top of the trunk lid three on each side holding the trunk trim in place 4 Pull the trunk trim back to expose the three remaining nuts holding the taillamp assembly in place Remove the pro...

Страница 307: ...44 5 From inside the trunk compartment use a 10 mm wrench to remove the nuts from the studs 6 Pull the taillamp assembly away from the trunk lid The bulbs are located on the back side of the assembly...

Страница 308: ...he taillamp assembly Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking See Wiper Blade Check in the Index for more information R...

Страница 309: ...ur new vehicle comes with high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service see your Buick Warranty booklet for det...

Страница 310: ...s door shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they re cold Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile 1 6 km NOTICE Don t let an...

Страница 311: ...ork properly The TIRE PRESSURE LOW message will appear on the Driver Information Center DIC if pressure difference low pressure is detected in one tire The check tire pressure system may not alert you...

Страница 312: ...and adjusting the pressure in all four tires If you reset the system when the tire pressures are incorrect the check tire pressure system will not work properly and may not alert you when a tire is l...

Страница 313: ...here Don t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire Loading Information label Reset the...

Страница 314: ...re 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 sidewa...

Страница 315: ...s with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires CAUTION Mixing tires could ca...

Страница 316: ...fety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under contr...

Страница 317: ...verloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your v...

Страница 318: ...tires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement NOTICE The wrong wh...

Страница 319: ...damage your vehicle Appearance Care Remember cleaning products can be hazardous Some are toxic Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle Some are dange...

Страница 320: ...ad the instructions on the cleaner label D Clean up stains as soon as you can before they set D Carefully scrape off any excess stain D Use a clean cloth or sponge and change to a clean area often A s...

Страница 321: ...water and allow to dry completely 3 If a stain remains follow instructions for Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth D Rub with a clean damp cloth to remove di...

Страница 322: ...fety Belts Keep belts clean and dry CAUTION Do not bleach or dye safety belts If you do it may severely weaken them In a crash they might not be able to provide adequate protection Clean safety belts...

Страница 323: ...loth at least every six months During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The paint...

Страница 324: ...s road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary...

Страница 325: ...may damage the paint finish and tires Sheet Metal Damage If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement make sure the body repair shop applies anti corrosion material to the...

Страница 326: ...s 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 c...

Страница 327: ...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...

Страница 328: ...and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts...

Страница 329: ...uipped Vehicle in the Index Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers This greatly reduces the cha...

Страница 330: ...the two 7 mm screws located along the front edge of the panel 2 Lower the hush panel 3 Remove the cover Now you can see the fuses and replace them 4 Place the wide end of the fuse puller over the pla...

Страница 331: ...D HUD Switch HUD Display CSTR SBM HVAC Programmer IPC Cluster SBM 275 to LCM 1135 to BTSI SL Fuse Usage LP PK L Underhood Lamp L PK Sidemarker L Park Turn Lamp SBM L Tail Signal Lamp L Tail Stoplamp L...

Страница 332: ...3 Underhood Fuse Block There are additional fuses located on the passenger s side of the engine compartment To check the fuses in this underhood fuse center turn the knob counterclockwise and remove...

Страница 333: ...Oxygen Sensor 5 Air Bag SIR 6 PCM Minifuses Usage 7 AC Clutch 8 Ignition Feed 9 Horn Relay 10 Spare 11 Spare 12 Injectors 1 6 13 C 31 14 Right High Beam 15 Spare 16 Left High Beam 17 Spare 18 Right Lo...

Страница 334: ...8 ABS 2 Mini Relays Usage 29 Ignition 30 Horn 31 Cool Fan 2 32 Starter 33 Air Pump 34 Cool Fan SP 35 Cool Fan 1 Micro Relays Usage 36 A C CLU 37 Fuel Pump Maxifuses Usage 38 Bat 1 39 Blower Motor 40 C...

Страница 335: ...n To help avoid damage to the fuse center be careful when removing or reinstalling the seat cushion To Remove the Rear Seat Cushion 1 Pull up on the front of the cushion to release the front hooks 2 P...

Страница 336: ...routed and are not twisted 1 Buckle the center passenger position safety belt then route the safety belts through the proper slots in the seat cushion Don t let the safety belts get twisted 2 Slide th...

Страница 337: ...e rear seat Mini Relay Usage 1 Heated Backlite Micro Relays Usage 2 RAP 3 Trunk Release 4 ELC Circuit Breakers Usage 5 Power Seat 6 ELC Sensor ELC Compressor Solenoid Minifuses Usage 7 Crank 8 Auxilia...

Страница 338: ...r 23 Spare 24 Spare 25 Passenger Heated Seat Module 26 Right Rear Cig Lighter 27 Left Rear Cig Lighter 28 RFA Memory Seat Module Driver Seat Switch Replacement Bulbs Lamp Bulb Number Headlamp High Bea...

Страница 339: ...int 0 5 L Complete System 1 5 pints 0 7 L Tire Pressure See Tire Loading Information label on the rear edge of the driver s door Air Conditioning Refrigerant See refrigerant charge label under the hoo...

Страница 340: ...ndshield Wiper Blades Type Hook Style Length 22 0 inches 56 0 cm Passenger Compartment Air Filter GM Part No 52472175 On 3800 Supercharged Engine Code 1 only this replaces original spark plug NGK Type...

Страница 341: ...dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 8 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 7 21 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7 29 P...

Страница 342: ...t Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect...

Страница 343: ...o the work If you want to get the service information see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what y...

Страница 344: ...you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perfor...

Страница 345: ...plication One of the reasons you should follow this schedule if you operate your vehicle under any of these conditions is that these conditions cause engine oil to break down sooner Short Trip City In...

Страница 346: ...intervals only summarize maintenance services Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance on the following pages Long Trip Highway Definition Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none o...

Страница 347: ...gine Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Every 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Automatic Transaxle Service severe conditions only Long Trip Highway Intervals Every 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Engine Accessory Drive Bel...

Страница 348: ...ance be recorded If your vehicle has a GM Oil Life Systemt the system will show you when to change the oil usually between 3 000 miles 5 000 km and 10 000 miles 16 000 km since your last oil change Un...

Страница 349: ...ormation See footnote See footnote 9 000 Miles 15 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote 12 000 Miles 20 000 km j Chang...

Страница 350: ...otnote 18 000 Miles 30 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the In...

Страница 351: ...rvice See footnote 30 000 Miles 50 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emissi...

Страница 352: ...r proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 39 000 Miles 65 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Servic...

Страница 353: ...Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km j Change automatic transaxle fluid a...

Страница 354: ...months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote...

Страница 355: ...upercharged engines only Check the supercharger oil level and add oil as needed or every 36 months whichever occurs first See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in this section An Emission Control Serv...

Страница 356: ...000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote 72 000 Miles 120 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whiche...

Страница 357: ...and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 81 000 Miles 135 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs fi...

Страница 358: ...ercharged engines only Check the supercharger oil level and add oil as needed or every 36 months whichever occurs first See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in this section An Emission Control Servic...

Страница 359: ...eplace passenger compartment air filter j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 99 000 Miles 165 0...

Страница 360: ...uent 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 automa...

Страница 361: ...e be recorded If your vehicle has the GM Oil Life Systemt the system will show you when to change the engine oil and filter usually between 3 000 miles 5 000 km and 10 000 miles 16 000 km since your l...

Страница 362: ...rs first 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 inf...

Страница 363: ...ter An Emission Control Service j For supercharged engines only Check the supercharger oil level and add oil as needed or every 36 months whichever occurs first See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants i...

Страница 364: ...note 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 tem...

Страница 365: ...Control Service See footnote j Replace passenger compartment air filter j For supercharged engines only Check the supercharger oil level and add oil as needed or every 36 months whichever occurs firs...

Страница 366: ...urs first 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 in...

Страница 367: ...hever occurs first See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in this section An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation patte...

Страница 368: ...ent 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 automat...

Страница 369: ...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...

Страница 370: ...Blades Cleaning in the Index Weatherstrip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth During v...

Страница 371: ...n any other position your vehicle needs service Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could...

Страница 372: ...e regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake D To check the parkin...

Страница 373: ...d Seal Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts signs of wear or lack of lubrication Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for prope...

Страница 374: ...tem for interference or binding and for damaged or missing parts Replace parts as needed Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control...

Страница 375: ...e Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only GM GoodwrenchR DEX COOLR or HavolineR DEX COOLR Coolant See Engine Coolant in the Index USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hydraulic Brake System Delco...

Страница 376: ...upercharger Oil in the Index USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl LubriplateR Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 12346293 or equivalent or lubrican...

Страница 377: ...vided after the maintenance interval Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance...

Страница 378: ...7 38 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Страница 379: ...7 39 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Страница 380: ...7 40 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Страница 381: ...faction Procedure 8 3 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 8 4 Customer Assistance Offices 8 5 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 8 5 Roadside Assistance 8 7 Canadian Roadsi...

Страница 382: ...contact the owner of the dealership or the general manager STEP TWO If after contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further h...

Страница 383: ...o this informal dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with the decisio...

Страница 384: ...92 English 1 800 496 9993 Spanish U S Virgin Islands 1 800 496 9994 Fax Number 313 381 0022 Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa...

Страница 385: ...rogram is available for a limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase lease See your dealer for more details or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1 800 323 9935 Text telephone TTY...

Страница 386: ...at tire D Jump starts We have quick easy access to telephone numbers of the following additional services depending on your needs D Hotels D Glass replacement D Tire repair facilities D Rental vehicle...

Страница 387: ...cle Limited Warranty Several transportation options are available when warranty repairs are required This will reduce your inconvenience during warranty repairs Plan Ahead When Possible When your vehi...

Страница 388: ...maximum of 30 00 per day supported by receipts This requires that you sign and complete a rental agreement and meet state local and rental vehicle provider requirements Requirements vary and may inclu...

Страница 389: ...NG SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National High...

Страница 390: ...r C Ottawa Ontario K1A 0N5 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this we certainly hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1...

Страница 391: ...ice information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle OWNER S INFORMATION Owner publ...

Страница 392: ...the above address for quotation 2001 120 00 2001 50 00 2001 20 00 2001 15 00 TOTAL MATERIAL Michigan Purchasers U S Order Processing 6 00 Canadian Postage GRAND TOTAL add 6 sales tax GM BUI ORD00 Pric...

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