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Back-Up Lamps

1. Open the trunk lid halfway.

2. Remove the seven wing nuts (A) from the applique.

3. Remove the applique from the trunk lid.

4. Twist and pull the bulb sockets (B) from the trunk

lid applique.

5. Twist and/or pull the old bulb from the bulb socket.

6. Twist and/or push the new bulb into the bulb socket.

7. Twist and/or push the lamp socket into the trunk

lid applique.

8. Reverse steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the trunk

lid applique.

9. Close the trunk lid.

Содержание 2002 Century

Страница 1: ...I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 2: ...i 2002 Buick Century Owner s Manual Litho in U S A ECopyright General Motors Corporation 06 19 01 Part Number 10315396 A First Edition All Rights Reserved I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 3: ...ted for Buick Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please l...

Страница 4: ...y cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or ot...

Страница 5: ...ferent words You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols Your vehicle may be equipped with components and labels that use symbols instead o...

Страница 6: ...v These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 7: ...About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 11 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 12 Driver Position 1 19 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 20 Right Front Passenger Position 1 20 Air Bag Systems 1 28 Cent...

Страница 8: ...e vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving Lift the bar located...

Страница 9: ...up or down D To raise or lower the front of your seat push the front of the control up or down D To raise or lower the rear of your seat push the rear of the control up or down Reclining Front Seatbac...

Страница 10: ...t be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over you...

Страница 11: ...y in a crash Split Folding Rear Seat If Equipped If your vehicle has this feature it allows you to have access to the trunk from inside of your vehicle Pull forward on the seat tab located on the fron...

Страница 12: ...lled In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in...

Страница 13: ...rson wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 3...

Страница 14: ...1 8 Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 15: ...1 9 The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 16: ...de down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has air bags why should I have to wear safety...

Страница 17: ...us injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Safety belts are for everyone How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there...

Страница 18: ...door 2 Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight To see how see Seats in the Index 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pu...

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

Страница 20: ...esired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without squeezing the release lever to m...

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

Страница 22: ...injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal...

Страница 23: ...d if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the r...

Страница 24: ...y CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly o...

Страница 25: ...both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don t we...

Страница 26: ...ll engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again Air Bag Systems This part explains the frontal and side impact air bag systems Your...

Страница 27: ...rashes than more forceful air bags have provided in the past CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued The side impact air bag for the driver is designed to inflate only in moderate to severe crashes where...

Страница 28: ...them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see the part of this manual called Children Th...

Страница 29: ...Work Where are the air bags The driver s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side I n f o r...

Страница 30: ...it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear Don t put anything between an occupant and an air bag and don t attac...

Страница 31: ...the crash severity is above the system s designed threshold level The threshold level can vary with specific vehicle design The driver s side impact air bag is not designed to inflate in frontal or n...

Страница 32: ...s frontal air bags and only in moderate to severe side collisions for the driver s side impact air bag What will you see after an air bag inflates After an air bag inflates it quickly deflates so qui...

Страница 33: ...ag system The module records information about the readiness of the system when the system commands air bag inflation and driver s safety belt usage at deployment The module also records speed engine...

Страница 34: ...fter 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 Avoid yellow...

Страница 35: ...ter 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 Belt Extender at the e...

Страница 36: ...p Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one properly 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted The shoulder b...

Страница 37: ...pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to...

Страница 38: ...ut of the retractor CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against you...

Страница 39: ...away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for smalle...

Страница 40: ...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 cord must be und...

Страница 41: ...the loop of elastic cord exposed Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler change...

Страница 42: ...ring 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 suddenly become a 240...

Страница 43: ...ur 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 compatible with the motor veh...

Страница 44: ...e 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 young child s hip bones...

Страница 45: ...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 surface against the back o...

Страница 46: ...aped 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 positioner and some high back...

Страница 47: ...ap 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 shield has straps th...

Страница 48: ...d 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 CAUTION A child in a child...

Страница 49: ...ctions for your child restraint If yours requires that the top strap be anchored don t use the restraint unless it is anchored properly If the child restraint does not have a top strap one can be obta...

Страница 50: ...u have the top strap anchored you ll be ready to secure the child restraint itself Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer s instructions say Your vehicle has top strap anch...

Страница 51: ...d restraint system each seating position with the LATCH system will have a dot on the seat back In order to use the system you need either a forward facing child restraint that has attaching points B...

Страница 52: ...e restraint won t be able to protect a child sitting there In a crash the child could be seriously injured or killed Make sure that a LATCH type child restraint is properly installed using the anchora...

Страница 53: ...e top tether anchor and then disconnect the anchor points Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system see Lower Anchorages and...

Страница 54: ...the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock I n f...

Страница 55: ...e your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle...

Страница 56: ...in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured or killed by the right front passenger air bag if it inflates Never secure a child restraint in the center front seat It s always bet...

Страница 57: ...ure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 To tighten the belt pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint If y...

Страница 58: ...e 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 restraint in the right fr...

Страница 59: ...plate to adjust the belt if needed 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...

Страница 60: ...on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety bel...

Страница 61: ...ditional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be...

Страница 62: ...child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the res...

Страница 63: ...ash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the b...

Страница 64: ...s may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers and have them repaired or...

Страница 65: ...27 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 28 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 32 Parking Brake 2 33 Shifting Into PARK P 2 35 Shifting Out of PARK P 2 35 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 36 Engine Exhaust...

Страница 66: ...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 with the windows clo...

Страница 67: ...w will open a small amount If the rear of the switch is pressed all the way down the window will go all the way down To stop the window while it is lowering press the front of the switch To raise the...

Страница 68: ...n key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the keys in...

Страница 69: ...ndex for more information NOTICE Your vehicle has a number of features that can help prevent theft But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keys inside You may...

Страница 70: ...ehicles 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...

Страница 71: ...to one of the following modes Mode 1 No automatic door lock or unlock Mode 2 D Automatic all door lock when the transaxle is shifted out of PARK P no automatic door unlock D Automatic door relock whe...

Страница 72: ...2 Close all of the doors 3 Apply your regular brakes 4 Press and hold the power door lock switch in the lock position While holding the door lock switch in the lock position move the shift lever out...

Страница 73: ...s feature prevents a driver who has left the key in the vehicle s ignition from locking the doors by using the power door locks while any door is open The feature works by disabling the power door loc...

Страница 74: ...erence and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authoriz...

Страница 75: ...transmitter the headlamps will flash the horn will honk repeatedly and the interior lamps will illuminate attracting attention if you need it The alarm will continue until one of the following occurs...

Страница 76: ...on 3 While holding the door lock switch in the lock position press and release the remote keyless entry transmitter LOCK button This will start the customization mode While in the customization mode t...

Страница 77: ...sponding to the current unlock mode If you do not wish to change the current mode you can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions listed here or program the next feature availab...

Страница 78: ...ch a second time D Let the delayed locking feature complete the locking of the vehicle If you wish to let the delayed locking feature complete the locking of the vehicle no additional action is requir...

Страница 79: ...ature to work The interior lamps will light until either the ignition is turned to RUN or a period of 40 seconds has elapsed If a door is opened during this period the timed lighting will be canceled...

Страница 80: ...our body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery do the following 1 Insert a flat object like a thin coin into the slot on the back of the transmitter Gently pr...

Страница 81: ...ystem to its highest speed with the setting on VENT That will force outside air into your vehicle See Comfort Controls in the Index D If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them...

Страница 82: ...our other hand If the trunk is not properly closed the DOOR TRUNK light will appear in the message center of your instrument panel cluster See DOOR TRUNK Light in the Index for more information NOTICE...

Страница 83: ...hor point when securing items in the trunk Improper use of the trunk release handle could damage it There is a glow in the dark trunk release handle located inside the trunk on the latch This handle w...

Страница 84: ...minutes After one minute the trunk latch will release If the ignition is not in OFF the trunk latch will not release automatically and the horn will not sound To cancel the horn alarm and automatical...

Страница 85: ...he sensor is off the light in the switch will flash The DOOR TRUNK light will flash for one minute each time the ignition is turned on as a reminder that the sensor is turned off See Door Trunk Light...

Страница 86: ...d so will your ignition and transaxle And remember to lock the doors Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot close all windows and lock your vehicle Remember to keep your valuables out of sight Put th...

Страница 87: ...es and try again If the starter still won t work and the key appears to be clean and dry wait about three minutes and try another ignition key At this time you may also want to check the fuse see Fuse...

Страница 88: ...ken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings D Don t tow a trailer during break in See Towi...

Страница 89: ...ff the engine but still turn the steering wheel It doesn t lock the steering wheel Use OFF if you must have your vehicle pushed or towed D RUN This position is where the key returns to after you start...

Страница 90: ...e your battery 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 y...

Страница 91: ...Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord The cord is attached to the underside of the vehicle s diagonal brace which is located above the engine air cleaner filter assembly 3 Plug it into a norma...

Страница 92: ...that you contact your dealer in the area where you ll be parking your vehicle The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area Automatic Transaxle Operation Your automatic transaxle w...

Страница 93: ...trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index Make sure the shift lever is fully in PARK P before starting the engine Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system You must fully appl...

Страница 94: ...tion is for normal driving If you need more power for passing and you re D Going less than 35 mph 55 km h push your accelerator pedal about halfway down D Going about 35 mph 55 km h or more push the a...

Страница 95: ...B or THIRD 3 as much as possible Don t shift into SECOND 2 unless you are going slower than 65 mph 105 km h or you can damage your engine FIRST 1 This position gives you even more power but lower fuel...

Страница 96: ...brake pedal will follow it to the released position A warning chime will sound if the parking brake is set the ignition is on and the shift lever is not in PARK P or NEUTRAL N NOTICE Driving with the...

Страница 97: ...el ground use the steps that follow If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake with your left foot 2 Move...

Страница 98: ...PARK P without first pushing the button If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift your transaxle into PARK...

Страница 99: ...pedal pushed down Then move the shift lever out of PARK P If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the ignition key to OFF 2 Apply and hold the brake u...

Страница 100: ...hicle D Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and D Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running Your Engine While You re Parked It s better not to park with the engine running But...

Страница 101: ...cle won t move See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you are parking on a hill and if you re pulling a trailer also see Towing a Trailer in the Index Horn Press the horn symbol on your steering whe...

Страница 102: ...two upward for right and two downward for left These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change To signal a turn move the lever all the way up or down When the turn is finished the lever w...

Страница 103: ...r will also be on Flash to Pass Feature This feature lets you use your high beam headlamps to signal the driver in front of you that you want to pass It works even if your headlamps are off To use it...

Страница 104: ...hey are frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your blades do become worn or damaged get new blades or blade inserts Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipers A circuit breaker wil...

Страница 105: ...ippery roads If your vehicle is in cruise control when the enhanced traction system begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage See Enhanced Traction System in the Index...

Страница 106: ...feature will only work after you set the cruise control speed by pushing the SET button Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control D P...

Страница 107: ...erior lamps control has three positions OFF Pushing the control all the way in turns off all lamps and lights Parking Lamps Pulling the control out halfway to the first position turns on the parking l...

Страница 108: ...amps sidemarker and other lamps won t be on Your instrument panel won t be lit up either When it s dark enough outside your front turn signal lamps will turn off and your vehicle s headlamps and parki...

Страница 109: ...r any conditions You can turn the feature on and off when you perform the following sequence 1 Turn the ignition key to RUN 2 Close all the doors 3 Press and hold the power door lock switch While hold...

Страница 110: ...lso turn these lamps on by turning the exterior lamps control all the way clockwise to MAX Illuminated Entry Your courtesy lamps will come on and stay on for a set time whenever you press UNLOCK on th...

Страница 111: ...s has elapsed If during the illumination period a door is opened the timed illumination period will be canceled and the interior lamps will remain on Rearview Mirror Reading Lamps The reading lamps ar...

Страница 112: ...the two map lamps This lever is used to change the mirror from day to night position To reduce glare from headlamps behind you while driving at night turn the lever 90 degrees To return the mirror to...

Страница 113: ...electrochromic feature off press the button in the center of the mirror again To keep the photocells operating well occasionally clean them with a cotton swab and glass cleaner Electrochromic Day Nigh...

Страница 114: ...ut the services OnStar provides Power Outside Foldaway Rearview Mirrors The power mirror controls are located on the driver s door armrest To choose either the left or right outside mirror move the se...

Страница 115: ...es Automatic Dimming Heated Outside Rearview Mirror If Equipped With this feature the driver s side outside mirror will adjust for the glare of headlamps behind you This feature is controlled by the o...

Страница 116: ...ed toward the top of the center back seat cushion To open pull up on the lever at the end of the armrest and lift You will then have access to the storage compartment and dual oversized cupholders To...

Страница 117: ...n the ashtray and pull it out The rear ashtray is located within a small door at the rear of the console Push on the right side of the door The ashtray will then pivot to the right for usage You can o...

Страница 118: ...h accessory power outlets you can power auxiliary electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone or CB radio Your vehicle is equipped with a 12 volt outlet It is located on the console s passenger...

Страница 119: ...or accessory bracket from the plug Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty NOTICE When using accessory power outlets D Loading of any electrical equipment shoul...

Страница 120: ...lectrical equipment to your vehicle can damage it or keep other things from working as they should This wouldn t be covered by your warranty Check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment a...

Страница 121: ...automatically reset and redial This ensures connection to the center there is no additional action required Press the Communication button to cancel the automatic redial Emergency Button In an emergen...

Страница 122: ...teps to take to make sure that the system is functioning properly If you cannot contact the advisor take your vehicle to your dealership as soon as possible for assistance Cellular Antenna The cellula...

Страница 123: ...contact the center call 1 888 4 ONSTAR You will be required to provide your security information An advisor will send a command to your vehicle to unlock itself The advisor can delay unlocking your v...

Страница 124: ...ntainous terrain D subject to cellular carrier equipment limitations Global positioning locating capabilities will not be available if satellite signals are obstructed OnStar will not function if the...

Страница 125: ...o the vent position only push and hold the front of the switch You will need to open the sunshade by hand To close the sunroof from the vent position push and hold the rear indented part of the switch...

Страница 126: ...2 62 The Instrument Panel Your Information System I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 127: ...tifunction Lever C Instrument Panel Cluster D Audio Steering Wheel Controls If Equipped E Gear Shift Lever F Vents G Side Window Defogger Vent H Hood Release I Tilt Wheel Lever J Horn K Audio System L...

Страница 128: ...you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel is in your tank and many other things you need to drive safely and economically United States ve...

Страница 129: ...l be done But if it can t then it will be set at zero and a label must be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer The trip odometer t...

Страница 130: ...s can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of...

Страница 131: ...ess 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 air bag readiness light s...

Страница 132: ...distance with the light on be certain to turn off all your accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts...

Страница 133: ...se fully If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light United States Canada The anti lock brake system warning light...

Страница 134: ...r vehicle needs service Adjust your driving accordingly D The warning light will come on when you set your parking brake with the engine running and it will stay on if your parking brake doesn t relea...

Страница 135: ...ight also comes on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be there to tell you when the Enhanced Traction System is active Engine Cool...

Страница 136: ...le under normal driving conditions you should pull off the road stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible See Engine Overheating in the Index Low Coolant Warning Light If the LOW C...

Страница 137: ...Tire Pressure in the Index The light will stay on while the ignition is on until you reset calibrate the system See Low Tire Inflation Monitor System in the Index Malfunction Indicator Lamp Service E...

Страница 138: ...enance 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 light will also come...

Страница 139: ...w driving trips should turn the light off Are you low on fuel As your engine starts to run out of fuel your engine may not run as efficiently as designed since small amounts of air are sucked into the...

Страница 140: ...ate critical emission control systems during normal driving This may take several days of routine driving If you have done this and your vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD syst...

Страница 141: ...e ready to warn you if there s a problem If the light stays on stop the vehicle on a level surface and turn the engine off Check the oil level using the engine oil dipstick See Engine Oil in the Index...

Страница 142: ...mation see Engine Oil When to Change in the Index To reset the CHANGE OIL SOON light see Oil Life System in the Index Security Light The SECURITY light will come on when you turn the key to START and...

Страница 143: ...ip for necessary repairs to maintain top vehicle performance The light will come on briefly when your ignition is turned on to show that it is working properly Low Washer Fluid Warning Light The LOW W...

Страница 144: ...to fill up than the gage reads For example the gage reads half full but it took more or less than half of the tank s capacity to fill it D The gage pointer may move while cornering braking or speeding...

Страница 145: ...k 3 10 AM FM Stereo 3 12 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player If Equipped 3 16 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped 3 21 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and...

Страница 146: ...ting your passenger compartment air filter may need to be replaced See Maintenance Schedule or Passenger Compartment Air Filter in the Index OFF To turn off the fan turn the knob all the way countercl...

Страница 147: ...This setting sends most of the air through the ducts near the floor The rest comes out of the defroster and side window vents BLEND This setting allows half of the air to go to the floor ducts and hal...

Страница 148: ...o press the AIR FLOW rocker switch up or down until the desired mode appears in the display WINDSHIELD FLOOR This setting directs half of the air to the floor ducts and half to the defroster and side...

Страница 149: ...defrost mode If the VENT button is pushed while in FRONT defrost mode the indicator will light briefly and then turn off RECIRC Recirculation This setting recirculates much of the air inside your vehi...

Страница 150: ...essor will run if the outside temperature is above 40_F 4_C You may notice a delay of two to three minutes before the fan comes on at start up in cool weather For the automatic system to function the...

Страница 151: ...e system will bring in outside air and direct it to your upper body while sending slightly warmed air to your lower body You may notice this temperature difference more at some times than others Push...

Страница 152: ...it on again the rear defogger will only run for about seven and a half minutes before turning off You can also turn it off by pressing the button again NOTICE Do not attach anything like a temporary v...

Страница 153: ...the hood and front air inlet free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as leaves The heater and defroster will work far better reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows D When you...

Страница 154: ...you re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it Setting the Clock Press and hold HRS until the correct hour appears Press and hold MIN until the correct minute appears You ma...

Страница 155: ...he next station Press one of the SEEK arrows again to stop scanning The radio will scan to stations with a strong signal only The sound will mute while scanning P SCAN Preset Scan Press this button to...

Страница 156: ...Balance Fade BAL Balance Turn the control behind the upper knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers FADE Turn the control behin...

Страница 157: ...ess one of the SEEK arrows again to stop scanning The radio will scan to stations with a strong signal only The sound will mute while scanning P SCAN Preset Scan Press this button to listen to each of...

Страница 158: ...eakers Playing a Cassette Tape The longer side with the tape visible should face to the right If the ignition and the radio are on the tape can be inserted and will begin playing If you hear nothing o...

Страница 159: ...to playing speed The radio will play while the tape advances 5 SIDE Press this pushbutton to change the side of the tape that is playing 6 D Dolby Press this pushbutton to reduce background noise The...

Страница 160: ...ew tape CLN Clean If this message appears on the display the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tape...

Страница 161: ...n stations press and hold one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds and SCAN will appear on the display The radio will go to a station play for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press one of t...

Страница 162: ...le BASS Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to increase or decrease bass TREB Treble Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to increase or decrease treble If a station is...

Страница 163: ...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 Cassette tape adapter kits for portable compact disc...

Страница 164: ...is not playing Eject may be activated with the radio off Cassette Tape Messages E Error If this message and a number appears while trying to play a cassette tape it could be for one of the following r...

Страница 165: ...isplay the station being played or to display the clock To change what is normally shown on the display station or time press this button until you see the display you want then hold this button until...

Страница 166: ...he 12 strongest FM or the 6 strongest AM stations on your preset pushbuttons depending on which band AM or FM you are listening to AUTO SET will flash while seeking and will remain on until this funct...

Страница 167: ...ously to program the auto tone feature Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade BAL Balance Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers The middle po...

Страница 168: ...tape advances 5 SIDE Press this pushbutton to change the side of the tape that is playing 6 RAND Dolby Press this pushbutton to reduce background noise The double D symbol will appear on the display...

Страница 169: ...en reporting the problem Playing a Compact Disc Insert a disc partway into the slot label side up The player will pull it in The disc should begin playing If you want to insert a CD while the ignition...

Страница 170: ...s button is pressed again the system will go to disc play CD PLAY will appear on the display SEEK Press the up or down arrow to go to the previous or next track on the CD The sound will mute while see...

Страница 171: ...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 start the procedure over a...

Страница 172: ...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 or ON 2 Turn the radio off...

Страница 173: ...st preset station on your pushbuttons play for a few seconds then go to the next preset station The radio will scan preset stations with a strong signal only Press SCAN again to stop scanning AM FM Pr...

Страница 174: ...at seems normal can be loud and harmful to your hearing Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearing loss...

Страница 175: ...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 dealer GM Part No 12344789 When...

Страница 176: ...place it Check every once in a while to be sure the mast is still tightened to the fender If tightening is required tighten by hand then with a wrench one quarter turn Backglass Antenna If Equipped Th...

Страница 177: ...faces are damaged they could interfere with radio reception Also for proper radio reception the antenna connectors at the top center of the front and rear windows need to be properly attached to the p...

Страница 178: ...of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 9 Enhanced Traction System ETS 4 11 Steering 4 13 Off Road Recovery 4 13 Passing 4 15 Loss of Control 4 16 Driving at Night 4 17 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 20 City...

Страница 179: ...ts Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn...

Страница 180: ...he adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it s against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medical psychological...

Страница 181: ...omewhat lower BAC level There is a gender difference too Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men Since alcohol is carried in body water this means that a woman generall...

Страница 182: ...f 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 collision There s som...

Страница 183: ...ring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more...

Страница 184: ...engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti...

Страница 185: ...t to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most...

Страница 186: ...Enhanced Traction System ETS Your vehicle is equipped with an Enhanced Traction System ETS that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery road conditions The system operates only if it s...

Страница 187: ...ever need to You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud or snow and rocking the vehicle is required See Rocking Your Vehicle in the Index To turn the system off your g...

Страница 188: ...ve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface the angle at which the curve is banked and your speed While you re in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose you re stee...

Страница 189: ...e Braking in Emergencies earlier in this section It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space ava...

Страница 190: ...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 a brief surrender t...

Страница 191: ...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 blind spot D Check y...

Страница 192: ...dled 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 you want the vehicle to go If you start steering q...

Страница 193: ...s can light up only so much road ahead D In remote areas watch for animals D If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get...

Страница 194: ...mber that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it s easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlamps should be ch...

Страница 195: ...good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled with washer fluid Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of ru...

Страница 196: ...s do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road If you can see reflections from trees telephone poles or other vehicles and ra...

Страница 197: ...y cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips D Besides slowing down allow some extra following distance And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle...

Страница 198: ...ee the next part Freeway Driving D Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to m...

Страница 199: ...ther vehicle in your blind spot Once you are moving on the freeway make certain you allow a reasonable following distance Expect to move slightly slower at night When you want to leave the freeway mov...

Страница 200: ...ling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on the road the d...

Страница 201: ...es tires cooling system and transaxle These parts can work hard on mountain roads D Know how to go down hills The most important thing to know is this let your engine do some of the slowing down Shift...

Страница 202: ...r gears help cool your engine and transaxle and you can climb the hill better D Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Don t swing wide or cut across the center of...

Страница 203: ...room a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe c...

Страница 204: ...n more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all You can get wet ice when it s about freezing 32_F 0_C and freezing rain begins to fall Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand...

Страница 205: ...h around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you br...

Страница 206: ...so you might not know it is in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time to time to be sure s...

Страница 207: ...e known as a dolly With the proper preparation and equipment many vehicles can be towed in these ways See Dinghy Towing and Dolly Towing following Here are some important things to consider before you...

Страница 208: ...wo labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry The Tire Loading Information label is inside the trunk lid The label tells you the proper size speed rating and recommended inflati...

Страница 209: ...r either the front or rear axle If you do have a heavy load spread it out Don t carry more than 167 lbs 75 kg in your trunk CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or either the max...

Страница 210: ...eat folded down unless you need to Towing a Trailer CAUTION If you don t use the correct equipment and drive properly you can lose control when you pull a trailer For example if the trailer is too hea...

Страница 211: ...railer If you do here are some important points D There are many different laws including speed limit restrictions having to do with trailering Make sure your rig will be legal not only where you live...

Страница 212: ...rig For example speed altitude road grades outside temperature and how much your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important And it can also depend on any special equipment that you have on y...

Страница 213: ...g a weight carrying hitch or a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B After you ve loaded your trailer weigh the trailer and the...

Страница 214: ...n get into your vehicle See Carbon Monoxide in the Index Dirt and water can too Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the to...

Страница 215: ...ts you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working Following Di...

Страница 216: ...n you tow a trailer your vehicle may need a different turn signal flasher and or extra wiring Check with your dealer The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane c...

Страница 217: ...ed to a lower gear Parking on Hills CAUTION You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to move People can be injured and bot...

Страница 218: ...e the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid don t overfill engine oil drive belt cooling system and brake system...

Страница 219: ...e road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 9 Towing Your Vehicle 5 9 Engine Overheating 5 12 Cooling System 5 19 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 20 Changing a Flat Tire 5 3...

Страница 220: ...ard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press the button again to t...

Страница 221: ...e 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 or jump start the batt...

Страница 222: ...rs wouldn t be covered by your warranty 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or in the auxiliary power outlet Turn off the radio a...

Страница 223: ...to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery has enough water You don t need to add water to the ACDelcoR battery...

Страница 224: ...go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Don t connect positive to negative or you ll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other...

Страница 225: ...doesn t go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part or to the remote negative terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery 9 Connect the other end of the negative cable at least 1...

Страница 226: ...m electrical shorting if jumper cables are removed incorrectly To prevent electrical shorting take care that the cables don t touch each other or any other metal The repairs wouldn t be covered by you...

Страница 227: ...ngine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage and a hot engine warning light on your instrument panel cluster See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage and Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Li...

Страница 228: ...ine can burn you badly even if you just open the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait...

Страница 229: ...gn of steam try this for a minute or so 1 If your air conditioner is on turn it off 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic...

Страница 230: ...N An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant in...

Страница 231: ...with the engine on check to see if the electric engine cooling fans are running If the engine is overheating both fans should be running If they aren t your vehicle needs service NOTICE Engine damage...

Страница 232: ...r liquid such as alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine c...

Страница 233: ...r coolant mixture directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are...

Страница 234: ...hen the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don t press down while turning th...

Страница 235: ...e thermostat housing The other is located on the thermostat bypass tube 4 Fill the radiator with the proper DEX COOLR coolant mixture up to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant in the Index...

Страница 236: ...the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fans 9 By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower If...

Страница 237: ...few tips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steer...

Страница 238: ...ured Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine To be even more certain the veh...

Страница 239: ...he trunk 1 Turn the center nut on the compact spare tire cover counterclockwise to remove it Then lift and remove the cover See Compact Spare Tire in the Index for more information about the compact s...

Страница 240: ...t holding the jack counterclockwise and remove it Then remove the jack and wrench The tools you ll be using include the jack A extension and protection guide B and wheel wrench C I n f o r ma t i o nP...

Страница 241: ...with wheel covers be sure to use a wheel wrench to begin the process of loosening the plastic wheel nut caps Once you have loosened the plastic nut caps with the wheel wrench if needed you can finish...

Страница 242: ...uts Don t remove them yet 2 Turn the jack handle clockwise to raise the jack lift head 3 For jacking at the vehicle s front location put the jack lift head C about 6 inches 15 cm from the rear edge of...

Страница 243: ...it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the...

Страница 244: ...spare wheel CAUTION Rust or dirt on the wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a...

Страница 245: ...a serious accident 8 Install the compact spare tire Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub 9 Low...

Страница 246: ...ned with a torque wrench to 100 lb ft 140 N m NOTICE Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the...

Страница 247: ...tire on your vehicle you ll need to store the flat tire in your trunk Use the following procedure to secure the flat tire in the trunk When storing a full size tire use the extension with the protect...

Страница 248: ...pare is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare tire with a full size tire as soon as you can See Compact Spare Tire in the Index See the storage instructions label to return your compact spa...

Страница 249: ...or in the Index The system may not work correctly when the compact spare is installed on the vehicle Of course it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare will...

Страница 250: ...ck and forth you can destroy your transaxle For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains in the Index Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First turn your steering wheel left...

Страница 251: ...ilter 6 18 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 22 Engine Coolant 6 25 Power Steering Fluid 6 27 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 28 Brakes 6 31 Battery 6 32 Bulb Replacement 6 40 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 6...

Страница 252: ...f your own service work you ll want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service and Ow...

Страница 253: ...ipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance Check with...

Страница 254: ...tisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on see Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index and...

Страница 255: ...ode 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 driving in another country ou...

Страница 256: ...While refueling let the fuel cap hang by the tether below the fuel fill opening To remove the fuel cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise The fuel cap has a spring in it if you let go of the...

Страница 257: ...to the right clockwise until you hear a clicking sound Make sure you fully install the cap The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would all...

Страница 258: ...contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete D Don t smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Under the Hood C...

Страница 259: ...anel and to the left of the steering column 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood release by pushing it to the right 3 Lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure all...

Страница 260: ...Remote Positive Battery Terminal D Underhood Fuse Block E Radiator Pressure Cap F Engine Coolant Recovery Tank G Power Steering Fluid Reservoir H Engine Oil Fill Cap I Engine Oil Dipstick J Automatic...

Страница 261: ...curate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick handle is the yellow loop near the front of the engine See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index...

Страница 262: ...ties and Specifications in the Index NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine...

Страница 263: ...as been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol If you change your own oil be sure you use oil that has the starburst symbol on...

Страница 264: ...emt Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature and not on mileage Based on driving condit...

Страница 265: ...ht comes back on the system has not reset Repeat the procedure What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Don t...

Страница 266: ...e removing the side cover 4 Pull out the filter 5 Replace the filter if needed 6 Be sure to reinstall the filter and install the cover tightly when you are finished Refer to the Maintenance Schedule t...

Страница 267: ...ir conditioning module Like your engine s air cleaner filter it may need to be changed periodically For information on how often to change the passenger compartment air filter see Maintenance Schedule...

Страница 268: ...uid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change both the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km if the vehicle is...

Страница 269: ...cause the transaxle to overheat Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transaxle fluid Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid level if you have been driving D When...

Страница 270: ...hen 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 automatic transaxle fluid dipstick handle is t...

Страница 271: ...atched area on the dipstick 1 Pull out the dipstick 2 Using a long neck funnel add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level It doesn t take much fluid generally less than one...

Страница 272: ...EX COOLR 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...

Страница 273: ...o 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 NOTICE If you use an i...

Страница 274: ...and stays on it means you re low on engine coolant 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 it If the c...

Страница 275: ...105 kPa pressure type cap and must be tightly 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...

Страница 276: ...cap and the top of the reservoir clean then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on th...

Страница 277: ...the tank is full NOTICE D When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water D Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to...

Страница 278: ...er or later your brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn the...

Страница 279: ...ay not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid NOTICE D Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil...

Страница 280: ...is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequ...

Страница 281: ...For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you ve come to expect can c...

Страница 282: ...ithout getting hurt Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods Also for your audio system see Theft Deterrent Feature in the Index Bulb Replacement For any bul...

Страница 283: ...s A to release the assembly locator tabs 3 Disconnect the electrical connector B from the headlamp assembly 4 Slide the headlamp assembly out of the slots 5 Remove the rubber access cover from behind...

Страница 284: ...need no further adjustment This is true even though your vertical and horizontal aim indicators may not fall exactly on the 0 zero marks on their scales If your vehicle is damaged in an accident the...

Страница 285: ...g done D There should not be any cargo or loading of the vehicle except it should have a full tank of fuel and one person or 160 lbs 75 kg on the driver s seat D Close all doors D Tires should be prop...

Страница 286: ...the vertical aiming screw until the level bubble is lined up with zero Front Parking and Turn Signal Lamps 1 Remove the headlamp assembly Refer to the removal procedure earlier in this section 2 Remo...

Страница 287: ...gh the access opening in the trunk lid 3 Remove the old bulb by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise 4 Place the new bulb into the bulb socket 5 Turn the bulb one quarter turn clockwise to rei...

Страница 288: ...carpet The other two are located underneath the carpet 4 Pull the taillamp housing B away from the body of the vehicle 5 Squeeze the tab on the socket and turn the socket counterclockwise 6 Pull out t...

Страница 289: ...pull the bulb sockets B from the trunk lid applique 5 Twist and or pull the old bulb from the bulb socket 6 Twist and or push the new bulb into the bulb socket 7 Twist and or push the lamp socket int...

Страница 290: ...ement while in this position 3 Pull the windshield wiper arm 3 to 4 inches 7 5 to 10 cm away from the windshield 4 While holding the wiper arm away from the glass push the release clip from under the...

Страница 291: ...ee Loading Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued D Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tire...

Страница 292: ...D Bad handling D Bad fuel economy NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get the following D Unusual wear D Bad handling D Rough ride D Needless damag...

Страница 293: ...tire rotation speeds that are caused by changes in tire pressure The system can alert you about a low tire but it doesn t replace normal tire maintenance See Tires in the Index When the LOW TIRE light...

Страница 294: ...h When learning is complete the system will alert you after two to eight minutes if a tire is 12 psi 83 kPa different from the other three tires Detection thresholds may be higher and detection times...

Страница 295: ...can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire in the Index When It s Time for New...

Страница 296: ...ing a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires CAUTION Mixing tires could cause you to lose cont...

Страница 297: ...nd 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 controlled conditions on...

Страница 298: ...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 vehicle were aligned...

Страница 299: ...nd 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 wheel can also caus...

Страница 300: ...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 dangerous if you breathe...

Страница 301: ...ner 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 soft brush may be used if stains...

Страница 302: ...etely 3 If a stain remains follow the cleaner instructions described earlier Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth D Rub with a clean damp cloth to remove dirt You may have to do it more tha...

Страница 303: ...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 only...

Страница 304: ...ean cloth at least every six months During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The...

Страница 305: ...nding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and t...

Страница 306: ...has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes These brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels Cleaning Tires To clean your tires use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner NOTICE When applying a tir...

Страница 307: ...otection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the frame should be loose...

Страница 308: ...6 58 GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 309: ...f 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 Service Parts Identifi...

Страница 310: ...cuit breaker in the underhood fuse block An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off or in some cases to remain off If this happens have your headlamp system checked right away Windsh...

Страница 311: ...oken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating Instrument Panel Fuse Block Some fuses are located in a fuse block on the instrument pane...

Страница 312: ...IGN 0 CLUSTER PCM BCM Ignition Signal Hot in Run Unlock and Start Cluster Powertrain Control Module Body Control Module Fuse Usage Blank Not Used Blank Not Used Blank Not Used INADV POWER BUS Retaine...

Страница 313: ...Solenoid AIR BAG Air Bag BCM PWR Body Control Module HAZARD Hazard Flashers LH HEATED SEAT Driver s Heated Seat Fuse Usage Blank Not Used BCM ACC Ignition Signal Hot in ACC and Run Body Control Modul...

Страница 314: ...lasher Stoplamps Power Mirror Door Locks 5 Ignition Switch BTSI Stoplamps ABS Turn Signals Cluster Air Bag DRL Module 6 Cooling Fan 7 Retained Accessory Power Keyless Entry Data Link Heating Ventilati...

Страница 315: ...d 21 Generator 22 ECM 23 A C Compressor Clutch 24 Cooling Fan 25 Electronic Ignition 26 Transaxle Mini Relay Usage 27 Horn 28 Fuel Injector 29 Oxygen Sensor 30 Engine Emissions 31 Not Used 32 Headlamp...

Страница 316: ...fter Complete Overhaul 10 0 quarts 9 5 L When draining replacing converter more fluid will be needed Cooling System Including Reservoir 11 3 quarts 10 7 L Oil and Filter Change 4 5 quarts 4 3 L Wheel...

Страница 317: ...ning system be performed by a qualified technician Air Conditioning Refrigerant R 134a 2 3 lbs 1 0 kg Use Refrigerant Oil R 134a Systems Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Engine Air Cleaner Filter...

Страница 318: ...ces to retain its safety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 15 Part B Owner Checks and Services 7 19 Part C Periodic Maintenanc...

Страница 319: ...maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment an...

Страница 320: ...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 you can easily do t...

Страница 321: ...r vehicle in good condition see your dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll k...

Страница 322: ...ental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to...

Страница 323: ...ill indicate that an oil change is necessary A CHANGE OIL SOON light will come on Change your oil as soon as possible within the next two times you stop for fuel It is possible that if you are driving...

Страница 324: ...Scheduled Maintenance 7 7 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 325: ...Scheduled Maintenance 7 8 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 326: ...passenger compartment air filter If you drive regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more often j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rot...

Страница 327: ...e Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 45 000 Miles 75 000 km j Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filte...

Страница 328: ...errain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter at 100 000 mile...

Страница 329: ...ire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 75 000 Miles 125 000 km j Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving...

Страница 330: ...replacement more often j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional informati...

Страница 331: ...as found in taxi police or delivery service j If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transaxle fluid change bo...

Страница 332: ...oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOLR coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant in the Ind...

Страница 333: ...Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth During very cold damp weather more frequent applic...

Страница 334: ...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 be injured Follow t...

Страница 335: ...once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake D To check the parking brake s holding a...

Страница 336: ...spect 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 proper hook up binding le...

Страница 337: ...e 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 cables Brake System...

Страница 338: ...sity To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle s engine see Engine Oil in the Index USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only GM GoodwrenchR...

Страница 339: ...6241 or equivalent USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl LubriplateR Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 12346293 or equivalent or lubricant meeting...

Страница 340: ...tenance interval Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Your owner...

Страница 341: ...7 24 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 342: ...7 25 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 343: ...7 26 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 344: ...7 27 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 345: ...7 28 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 346: ...4 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 8 4 Customer Assistance Offices 8 5 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 8 6 Roadside Assistance 8 7 Canadian Roadside Assistance 8 8 Co...

Страница 347: ...despite the best intentions of all concerned misunderstandings can occur If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction the following steps should be taken STEP ONE Discuss your concern w...

Страница 348: ...llow Step One first if you have a concern STEP THREE Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle However if you continue to rema...

Страница 349: ...aring or speech impaired and who use Text Telephones TTYs Buick has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center Any TTY user can communicate with Buick by dialing 1 800 83 BUICK TTY user...

Страница 350: ...ram for Persons with Disabilities This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 toward aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicl...

Страница 351: ...urity Buick s Roadside Assistance toll free number is staffed by a team of technically trained advisors who are available 24 hours a day 365 days a year We take anxiety out of uncertain situations by...

Страница 352: ...el year and color D Mileage of vehicle D Vehicle Identification Number VIN D Vehicle license plate number Buick reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when in Buic...

Страница 353: ...ler can help minimize your inconvenience If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service unless of course the problem...

Страница 354: ...hicle provider requirements Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements insurance coverage credit card etc You are responsible for fuel usage charges and may also be responsible for tax...

Страница 355: ...O 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 Highway Traffic Safety...

Страница 356: ...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 1 800 521 7300 or wr...

Страница 357: ...de basic operational information about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL...

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