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Buick Lucerne Owner Manual - 2011

First Engine Oil Change After Every
160 000 km/100,000 Miles

Automatic transmission fluid change (normal
service). See

Automatic Transmission Fluid on

page 6

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Spark plug replacement and spark plug wires
inspection.

An Emission Control Service.

First Engine Oil Change After Every
240 000 km/150,000 Miles

Engine cooling system drain, flush, and refill (or
every five years, whichever occurs first). See

Engine Coolant (4.6L Engine) on page 6

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Engine Coolant (3.9L Engine) on page 6

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Emission Control Service.

Engine drive belts inspection for fraying, excessive
cracks, or obvious damage (or every 10 years,
whichever occurs first). Replace, if needed.

Owner Checks and Services

Starter Switch Check

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WARNING:

When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle
could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or
others could be injured.

1. Before starting this check, be sure there is enough

room around the vehicle.

2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular

brake. See

Parking Brake on page 3

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Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to
turn off the engine immediately if it starts.

3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The vehicle

should start only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). If the
vehicle starts in any other position, contact your
dealer for service.

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Содержание 2011 Lucerne

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Страница 2: ...d Restraint System 2 1 Head Restraints 2 2 Front Seats 2 3 Rear Seats 2 11 Safety Belts 2 12 Child Restraints 2 32 Airbag System 2 56 Restraint System Check 2 72 Features and Controls 3 1 Keys 3 3 Doo...

Страница 3: ...5 2 Towing 5 23 Service and Appearance Care 6 1 Service 6 3 Fuel 6 5 Checking Things Under the Hood 6 12 Headlamp Aiming 6 48 Bulb Replacement 6 51 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 6 54 Tires 6 56 A...

Страница 4: ...d on your vehicle For vehicles first sold in Canada substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limited for Buick Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual Keep this manual in the vehicle for...

Страница 5: ...something that could result in property or vehicle damage This would not be covered by the vehicle s warranty A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means Do Not Do not do this or D...

Страница 6: ...onditioning Antilock Brake System ABS g Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar Brake System Warning Light Charging System I Cruise Control B Engine Coolant Temperature O Exterior Lamps Fog Lamps Fuel...

Страница 7: ...Black plate 6 1 Buick Lucerne Owner Manual 2011 2 NOTES vi...

Страница 8: ...d Wiper Washer 1 14 Climate Controls 1 14 Vehicle Features 1 15 Radio s 1 15 Satellite Radio 1 16 Portable Audio Devices Auxiliary Input or USB Port 1 17 Steering Wheel Controls 1 17 Bluetooth 1 18 Na...

Страница 9: ...Black plate 2 1 Buick Lucerne Owner Manual 2011 Instrument Panel 1 2...

Страница 10: ...ase on page 6 13 K Lane Departure Warning LDW on page 3 38 If Equipped L Cruise Control on page 4 7 Heated Steering Wheel on page 4 4 If Equipped M Data Link Connector DLC See Malfunction Indicator La...

Страница 11: ...ors Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized Press and hold V for approximately one second to open the trunk Press L and release to locate the vehicle Press L and hold for more than two seconds to...

Страница 12: ...ansmitter From the inside use the power door lock switches or manual lock knobs located at the top of the door panel near the window Power Door Locks On vehicles with power door locks the switches are...

Страница 13: ...Press the switch to lower the window Pull the switch up to raise it For more information see Power Windows on page 3 14 Seat Adjustment Power Seats Use the horizontal control on the outboard side of...

Страница 14: ...f the seat to adjust the seatback To raise or recline the seatback tilt the top of the control forward or rearward See Reclining Seatbacks on page 2 9 Lumbar Adjustment Use the round control on the ou...

Страница 15: ...and hold 1 until two beeps sound 3 Repeat for a second driver position using 2 To recall the memory positions press and release 1 or 2 The vehicle must be in P Park A single beep will sound The seat o...

Страница 16: ...k I Press to heat the seatback For more information see Heated Seats on page 2 5 Heated and Ventilated Seats On vehicles with heated and ventilated seats the buttons are on the front doors The ignitio...

Страница 17: ...tback recline angle as little as necessary while keeping the seat and the head restraint height in the proper position For more information see Head Restraints on page 2 2 and Power Seats on page 2 3...

Страница 18: ...nada See Passenger Sensing System on page 2 65 for important information Mirror Adjustment Exterior Mirrors Controls for the outside power mirrors are located on the driver door armrest 1 Press the le...

Страница 19: ...e 3 29 Steering Wheel Adjustment The lever is located on the left side of the steering column To adjust the steering wheel 1 Hold the wheel and pull the lever toward you 2 Move the steering wheel up o...

Страница 20: ...on near each lamp to turn them on or off For more information on interior lighting see Courtesy Lamps on page 4 12 Instrument Panel Brightness on page 4 12 Delayed Entry Lighting on page 4 13 Delayed...

Страница 21: ...side of the steering column 8 Use for a single wiping cycle 6 Delays wiping cycle 6 Slow wipes 1 Fast wipes 9 Turns the wipers off J Press and release this paddle located at the top of the turn signal...

Страница 22: ...rols B Fan Control C Display D Air Delivery Mode Control E Air Conditioning F Outside Air G Air Recirculation H PASS I Rear Window Defogger See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 4 19 If Eq...

Страница 23: ...Setting the Clock To set the time and date for the radio with CD MP3 1 Turn the ignition key to ACC ACCESSORY or ON RUN 2 Press O to turn the radio on 3 Press H and the HR MIN MM DD YYYY hour minute m...

Страница 24: ...ry Input Jack and Using the USB Port under Radio s on page 4 66 Steering Wheel Controls For vehicles with audio steering wheel controls some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel w x Pr...

Страница 25: ...roughout the United States and Canada After a destination has been set the system provides turn by turn instructions for reaching the destination In addition the system can help locate a variety of po...

Страница 26: ...Vehicle Customization on page 4 56 Cruise Control The cruise control buttons are located on the left side of the steering wheel T Press to turn the cruise control on or off RES Press briefly to make t...

Страница 27: ...ne Departure Warning LDW on page 3 38 for more information Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA For vehicles with this feature it may alert you to vehicles located in your side blind zone When the system detect...

Страница 28: ...an be used to plug in electrical equipment such as a cell phone or MP3 player The vehicle may have up to three power outlets depending on the type of front seat installed If the vehicle has front buck...

Страница 29: ...For more information see StabiliTrak System on page 5 6 Tire Pressure Monitor This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS The TPMS warming light alerts you to a significant loss in press...

Страница 30: ...e oil life will change to 100 See Engine Oil Life System on page 6 22 Fuel E85 85 Ethanol Vehicles that have a FlexFuel badge and a yellow fuel cap can use either unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel con...

Страница 31: ...Center The Online Owner Center is a complimentary service that includes online service reminders vehicle maintenance tips online owner manual special privileges and more Sign up today at www buickown...

Страница 32: ...ervice is needed and technology that is compatible with the OnStar service Not all services are available everywhere particularly in remote or enclosed areas or at all times The OnStar system can reco...

Страница 33: ...into voice mail systems or to dial phone extensions See the OnStar Owner s Guide for more information Your Responsibility Increase the volume of the radio if the OnStar advisor cannot be heard If the...

Страница 34: ...s and Young Children 2 35 Child Restraint Systems 2 39 Where to Put the Restraint 2 41 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 2 43 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 2 49 Securin...

Страница 35: ...nstalled and adjusted properly there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck spinal injury in a crash Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted...

Страница 36: ...To lower the head restraint press the button located on the top of the seatback and push the restraint down Push down on the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked...

Страница 37: ...by moving the entire control up or down For vehicles with power reclining seatbacks see Power Reclining Seatbacks under Reclining Seatbacks on page 2 9 Power Lumbar On vehicles with power lumbar the c...

Страница 38: ...may cause a burn or may damage the seat To operate the heated seats the ignition must be on Driver Side Buttons Shown On vehicles with this feature the buttons are on the front doors J Heated Seat Cus...

Страница 39: ...low temperatures See the Warning under Heated Seats on page 2 5 To operate the heated and ventilated seats the ignition must be on Driver Side Buttons Shown On vehicles with this feature the buttons...

Страница 40: ...asy Exit Positions Recalls the easy exit driver seat and power steering column positions Storing Memory Positions To save into memory 1 Adjust the driver seat seatback recliner lumbar both outside mir...

Страница 41: ...or service Easy Exit Positions The easy exit feature can move the driver seat rearward and the power steering column if equipped up and forward to allow extra room to exit the vehicle S Press to recal...

Страница 42: ...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 cannot do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen Th...

Страница 43: ...dden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked If the seats have manual reclining seatbacks the lever used to o...

Страница 44: ...oard side of the seats Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline the seatback Tilt the top of the control forward to raise the seatback Center Seat The vehicle may have a front center seat This...

Страница 45: ...o area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not...

Страница 46: ...0 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest...

Страница 47: ...late 14 1 Buick Lucerne Owner Manual 2011 Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshiel...

Страница 48: ...011 or the instrument 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...

Страница 49: ...t is not your fault you and your passenger s can be hurt Being a good driver does not protect you from things beyond your control such as bad drivers Most accidents occur within 25 miles 40 km of home...

Страница 50: ...sh this applies force to the strong pelvic bones and you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force on your abdomen This could cause serious or ev...

Страница 51: ...The shoulder belt is too loose It will not give as much protection this way WARNING You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could...

Страница 52: ...give nearly as much protection this way WARNING You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose In a crash you could slide under the lap belt and apply force on your abdomen This could cause...

Страница 53: ...ong buckle WARNING You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not on the pelvic...

Страница 54: ...You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied on the abdomen not...

Страница 55: ...njured 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...

Страница 56: ...r belt properly In a crash you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt Your body could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury You might also slide under the lap belt T...

Страница 57: ...e have a lap shoulder except for the center front passenger position if equipped which has a lap belt See Lap Belt on page 2 30 for more information The following instructions explain how to wear a la...

Страница 58: ...atch plate into the buckle until it clicks If the latch plate will not go fully into the buckle check if the correct buckle is being used Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the be...

Страница 59: ...th the belt and the vehicle Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and right front passenger seating positions Adjust the height so the shoulder p...

Страница 60: ...ers work only once If the pretensioners activate in a crash they will need to be replaced and probably other new parts for the vehicle s safety belt system See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a...

Страница 61: ...er Manual 2011 2 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 under t...

Страница 62: ...the body are best able to take belt restraining forces 4 Buckle position and release the safety belt as described previously in this section Make sure the shoulder portion of the belt is on the shoul...

Страница 63: ...e mother When a safety belt is worn properly it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them prop...

Страница 64: ...latch plate clicks when inserted into the buckle Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt is not long enough your dealer will ord...

Страница 65: ...ckle the lap shoulder belt Does the shoulder belt rest on the shoulder If yes continue If no try using the rear safety belt comfort guide See Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides under Lap Shoulder Belt on...

Страница 66: ...crash Also see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides under Lap Shoulder Belt on page 2 24 According to accident statistics children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint syste...

Страница 67: ...ng the lap shoulder belt properly In a crash the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt The child could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury The child might a...

Страница 68: ...seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten Never leave children unattended in a vehicle and never allow children to play wi...

Страница 69: ...ng in a vehicle Due to crash forces an infant or a child will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it during a crash For example in a crash at only 40 km h 25 mph a 5 5 kg 12 lb infant will sudd...

Страница 70: ...sly injured or killed Never put a rear facing child restraint in the right front seat Secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat It is also better to secure a forward facing child restraint i...

Страница 71: ...there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs WARNING To reduce the risk of neck and head injury during a crash infants need complete support This is because an infant...

Страница 72: ...fant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint A forward facing child seat B provides restraint for the child s body with the harn...

Страница 73: ...restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle When securing an add on child restraint refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet or...

Страница 74: ...raint Where to Put the Restraint According to accident statistics children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seati...

Страница 75: ...off the right front passenger frontal airbag no system is fail safe No one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off Secure rear facing...

Страница 76: ...t Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH The LATCH system holds a child restraint during driving or in a crash This system is designed to make installation of a child restraint easier The LATCH...

Страница 77: ...tether A C anchors the top of the child restraint to the vehicle A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle The top tether attachment B on the child restraint connects to the top tether anchor in t...

Страница 78: ...attached Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations Rear Seat i Top Tether Anchor Seating positions with top tether anchors j Lo...

Страница 79: ...be attached According to accident statistics children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating position See Where...

Страница 80: ...hild restraint has been installed Notice Do not let the LATCH attachments rub against the vehicle s safety belts This may damage these parts If necessary move buckled safety belts to avoid rubbing the...

Страница 81: ...3 Route attach and tighten the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions If the position you are using does not have a headrest or head restraint and you...

Страница 82: ...ng a safety belt and it uses a top tether see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 2 43 for top tether anchor locations Do not secure a child seat in a position without a top tether an...

Страница 83: ...il it clicks Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary 4 Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock When th...

Страница 84: ...and 5 6 If the child restraint has a top tether follow the child restraint manufacturer s instructions regarding the use of the top tether See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 2 4...

Страница 85: ...nder certain conditions See Passenger Sensing System on page 4 30 and Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 4 30 for more information including important safety information A label on the sun viso...

Страница 86: ...tional or local law requires that the top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored In Canada the law requires that forward f...

Страница 87: ...il it clicks Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary 5 Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock When th...

Страница 88: ...cing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To check grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth When the ch...

Страница 89: ...your vehicle will have the word AIRBAG embossed in the trim or on an attached label near the deployment opening For frontal airbags the word AIRBAG will appear on the middle part of the steering whee...

Страница 90: ...tal restraints to the safety belts Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is an airbag for that person WARNING Airbags inflate with great force faster than th...

Страница 91: ...ag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see Older Children o...

Страница 92: ...1 Buick Lucerne Owner Manual 2011 Where Are the Airbags The driver frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the pass...

Страница 93: ...unted side impact airbags for the driver and right front passenger are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door Driver Side shown Passenger Side similar The roof rail airbags for the driver ri...

Страница 94: ...d to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crashes to help reduce the potential for severe injuries mainly to the driver s or right front passenger s head and chest However they are on...

Страница 95: ...electronic frontal sensor s and other special sensors which enable the sensing system to monitor the position of the front passenger seat The passenger airbag inflates to a reduced depth when the pass...

Страница 96: ...hat have occupant seating positions How Does an Airbag Restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel In...

Страница 97: ...r This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so Continued...

Страница 98: ...8 15 and Event Data Recorders on page 8 16 Let only qualified technicians work on the airbag systems Improper service can mean that an airbag system will not work properly See your dealer for service...

Страница 99: ...s is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys WARNING A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag...

Страница 100: ...atus Indicator on page 4 30 The passenger sensing system is designed to turn on may inflate the right front passenger frontal airbag and seat mounted side impact airbag anytime the system senses that...

Страница 101: ...estraint in the Right Front Seat Position on page 2 52 5 If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the on indicator is still lit turn the vehicle off Then slightly recline t...

Страница 102: ...m to detect that person and enable the right front passenger frontal airbag and seat mounted side impact airbag 1 Turn the vehicle off 2 Remove any additional material from the seat such as blankets c...

Страница 103: ...formation about modifications that can affect how the system operates WARNING Stowing of articles under the passenger seat or between the passenger seat cushion and seatback may interfere with the pro...

Страница 104: ...gned for a different vehicle Any object such as an aftermarket seat heater or a comfort enhancing pad or device installed under or on top of the seat fabric could also interfere with the operation of...

Страница 105: ...ne right away Make sure the safety belt reminder light is working See Safety Belt Reminders on page 4 28 for more information Keep safety belts clean and dry See Care of Safety Belts on page 6 100 Air...

Страница 106: ...ay be necessary But the safety belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged See your dealer to have the safety belt assemblies inspected or replaced If the vehicle...

Страница 107: ...Black plate 74 1 Buick Lucerne Owner Manual 2011 2 NOTES 2 74...

Страница 108: ...PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer 3 16 PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer Operation 3 16 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 3 18 New Vehicle Break In 3 18 Ignition Positions 3 18 Retained Accesso...

Страница 109: ...Zone Alert SBZA 3 34 Lane Departure Warning LDW 3 38 Universal Home Remote System 3 40 Universal Home Remote System Operation With Three Round LED 3 40 Storage Areas 3 47 Glove Box 3 47 Cupholders 3...

Страница 110: ...ndows will function with the keys in the ignition and children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children The key c...

Страница 111: ...weather Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal Take a few steps to the left or right hold the transmitter higher and try again Check the transmitter s battery See Batt...

Страница 112: ...e to locate the vehicle The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds three times Press and hold L for more than two seconds to activate the panic alarm The turn signal lamps flash and the horn soun...

Страница 113: ...rated 2 Remove the old battery Do not use a metal object 3 Insert the new battery positive side facing down Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery 4 Snap the transmitter back together Remote Vehi...

Страница 114: ...smitter at the vehicle 2 Press and release the transmitter s lock button then immediately press and hold the transmitter s remote start button until the turn signal lights flash or if the vehicle s li...

Страница 115: ...l system malfunction Remote Start Ready If your vehicle does not have the remote vehicle start feature it may have the remote start ready feature This feature allows your dealer to add the manufacture...

Страница 116: ...ck Press to unlock the doors Q Lock Remove the key from the ignition and press to lock the doors Delayed Locking This feature allows the driver to delay the actual locking of the doors When the driver...

Страница 117: ...r Information Center DIC you can choose various lock and unlock settings For programming information see DIC Vehicle Customization on page 4 56 Rear Door Security Locks Rear door security locks preven...

Страница 118: ...three seconds or longer Trunk WARNING Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven with the liftgate trunk hatch open or with any objects that pass through the seal between the body and the tru...

Страница 119: ...Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 3 4 Emergency Trunk Release Handle Notice Do not use the emergency trunk release handle as a tie down or anchor point when securing items in the trun...

Страница 120: ...s WARNING Leaving children helpless adults or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stro...

Страница 121: ...there are children in the rear seat use the window lockout button to prevent unintentional operation of the windows Driver s Side shown The power window switches are located on the driver s door armr...

Страница 122: ...reduce glare On vehicles with a lighted vanity mirror lift the attached cover to use Theft Deterrent Systems This vehicle has theft deterrent features however they do not make it impossible to steal C...

Страница 123: ...isarm when you use your key to unlock the doors or insert your key in the ignition and turn it from the LOCK OFF position PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer See Radio Frequency Statement on page 8 17...

Страница 124: ...mming additional keys only If all the currently programmed keys are lost or do not operate you must see your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS Key III to have keys made and programmed to the...

Страница 125: ...ake linings Do not tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer on page 5 25 for the trailer towing capabilities of your vehicle and more information Following break in engine speed and load can...

Страница 126: ...steering wheel from right to left while turning the key to ACC ACCESSORY If this doesn t work then the vehicle needs service B ACC ACCESSORY This position lets the radio and windshield wipers operate...

Страница 127: ...er starting it Operate the engine and transmission gently to allow the oil to warm up and lubricate all moving parts The vehicle has a Computer Controlled Cranking System This feature assists in start...

Страница 128: ...coolant heater can provide easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm up in cold weather conditions at or below 0 F 18 C Vehicles with an engine coolant heater should be plugged in at...

Страница 129: ...e parking brake firmly set The vehicle can roll Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others c...

Страница 130: ...t into a drive gear while the engine is running at high speed Notice Shifting out of P Park or N Neutral with the engine running at high speed may damage the transmission The repairs would not be cove...

Страница 131: ...nto first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough Notice Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using only the accelerator pedal may damage the transmission The repair...

Страница 132: ...even when you are on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 5 25 Steering Column Shift Lever If the vehicle has a steering column shif...

Страница 133: ...ch force on the parking pawl in the transmission This happens when parking on a hill and shifting the transmission into P Park is not done properly and then it is difficult to shift out of P Park To p...

Страница 134: ...our dealer or a professional towing service Column Shift If the shifter cannot be moved out of P Park 1 Apply and maintain the regular brakes 2 Turn the ignition key to the ON RUN position See Ignitio...

Страница 135: ...y from damage or after market modifications that are not completely sealed Continued WARNING Continued If unusual fumes are detected or if it is suspected that exhaust is coming into the vehicle Drive...

Страница 136: ...o Park on page 3 25 If parking on a hill and pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 5 25 Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror The vehicle may have an automatic dimming inside rearview mir...

Страница 137: ...riving the vehicle in circles at 5 mph 8 km h or less until the display reads a direction Compass Variance The compass is set to zone eight If you do not live in zone eight or drive out of the area th...

Страница 138: ...r wash To fold push the mirror toward the vehicle Push the mirror outward to return to its original position Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror If the vehicle has this feature the driver side mirror adj...

Страница 139: ...o their original position See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 4 56 for more information Outside Convex Mirror WARNING A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they...

Страница 140: ...ets Continued WARNING Continued If you do not use proper care before and while backing vehicle damage injury or death could occur Even with URPA always check behind the vehicle before backing up While...

Страница 141: ...ing out of the trunk during the last drive cycle Once the object is removed URPA will return to normal operation A tow bar is attached to the vehicle The vehicle s bumper is damaged Take the vehicle t...

Страница 142: ...the vehicle 3 5 m 11 ft This zone starts at each side mirror and goes back approximately 5 m 16 ft The height of the zone is approximately between 0 5 m 1 5 ft and 2 0 m 6 ft off the ground The SBZA...

Страница 143: ...light up when the system is on and vehicles are in the blind zone the system may need service Take the vehicle to your dealer SBZA is designed to ignore stationary objects however the system may occas...

Страница 144: ...icle on page 6 100 SERVICE SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT SYSTEM If this message appears both SBZA displays will remain on indicating there is a problem with the SBZA system If these displays remain on after c...

Страница 145: ...ane marking Continued WARNING Continued LDW will indicate the system is working whenever it detects either the left or right lane marking So if you depart on the side of the lane that LDW is not detec...

Страница 146: ...ps will sound if you cross a detected lane marking without using the turn signal If the LDW symbol does not appear LDW is not currently operating and will not warn you To change the volume of the warn...

Страница 147: ...e Remote System See Radio Frequency Statement on page 8 17 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS 210 220 310 Universal...

Страница 148: ...ased when the vehicle is sold or the lease ends See Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons later in this section Park the vehicle outside of the garage when programming a garage door Be sure that peopl...

Страница 149: ...tton should slowly blink This button may need to be held for up to 20 seconds 4 Immediately within one second release the button when the garage door moves The indicator light will blink rapidly until...

Страница 150: ...time out and the procedure will have to be repeated To program up to three devices 1 To verify that the garage door opener is a Fixed Code unit remove the battery cover on the hand held transmitter s...

Страница 151: ...l Home Remote The motor head dip switch settings can also be used when the original hand held transmitter is not available Example of Eight Dip Switches with Two Positions Example of Eight Dip Switche...

Страница 152: ...left to right into the Universal Home Remote when completing Step 4 3 From inside your vehicle first firmly press all three buttons at the same time for about three seconds Release the buttons to put...

Страница 153: ...8 choosing a different button in Step 6 than what was used for the garage door opener Using Universal Home Remote Press and hold the appropriate button for at least half of a second The indicator lig...

Страница 154: ...right lever to access the lower storage area If the vehicle has a center seat console it will have two storage areas Press the button located on the front of the armrest and lift the armrest cover to...

Страница 155: ...delines for proper floor mat usage The original equipment floor mats were designed for your vehicle If the floor mats need replacing it is recommended that GM certified floor mats be purchased Non GM...

Страница 156: ...enience net located in the rear to store small loads as far forward as possible The net should not be used to store heavy loads Sunroof If your vehicle has a power sunroof the switches are located on...

Страница 157: ...ath of the sunroof while it is closing the anti pinch feature will detect the object and stop the sunroof from closing at the point of the obstruction The sunroof will then return to the full open or...

Страница 158: ...amps 4 12 Cornering Lamps 4 12 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver 4 12 Instrument Panel Brightness 4 12 Courtesy Lamps 4 12 Entry Lighting 4 12 Delayed Entry Lighting 4 13 Theater Dimming 4 13 Delayed Ex...

Страница 159: ...uge 4 35 Tire Pressure Light 4 35 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 4 36 Oil Pressure Light 4 38 Security Light 4 39 Front Fog Lamp Light 4 39 Cruise Control Light 4 39 Highbeam On Light 4 39 Fuel Gauge 4 40...

Страница 160: ...lamps flash on and off Press the button again to turn the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on the turn signals will not work Horn Press near or on the horn symbols on the steering wh...

Страница 161: ...h a heated steering wheel the button for this feature is located on the steering wheel Press to turn the heated steering wheel on or off A light on the button displays when the feature is turned on Th...

Страница 162: ...ever returns to its starting position when it is released If after signaling a turn or lane change the arrow flashes rapidly or does not come on a signal bulb may be burned out Have the bulbs replaced...

Страница 163: ...iping cycle hold it on mist until the wipers start then release The wipers stop after one wipe Several wipes hold the band longer 6 Delay Use to set the delay time between wipe cycles The wiper speed...

Страница 164: ...mph or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 40 km h 25 mph WARNING Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a st...

Страница 165: ...ped and go into cruise when not desired Keep the cruise control switch off when cruise is not being used The cruise control light on the instrument panel cluster comes on after the cruise control has...

Страница 166: ...Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase vehicle speed When you take your foot off the pedal the vehicle will slow down to the cruise speed you set earlier Using Cruise Control on H...

Страница 167: ...lly turn on the headlamps at normal brightness together with the following Parking Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Parking Lamps Turn the control to this position to turn on the parking lamps together w...

Страница 168: ...e required on all vehicles first sold in Canada A light sensor on top of the instrument panel monitors the exterior light level for the operation of DRL so be sure it is not covered The DRL system mak...

Страница 169: ...This protects against draining the battery if the headlamps or parking lamps are accidentally left on If the lamps need to be left on for more than 10 minutes use the exterior lamp control to turn the...

Страница 170: ...door pull handle or lock switches Once the key is inserted into the ignition the exit lighting will be cancelled and the lighting will fade out Perimeter Lighting If it is dark enough outside when the...

Страница 171: ...iver Information Center DIC message might be displayed such as BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE BATTERY VOLTAGE LOW or LOW BATTERY If this message is displayed it is recommended that the driver reduce the electri...

Страница 172: ...in when the vehicle is not in use because the vehicle could catch fire and cause injury or death Notice Leaving electrical equipment plugged in for an extended period of time while the vehicle is off...

Страница 173: ...rage Area on page 3 47 Climate Controls Climate Control System The heating cooling and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system For vehicles with the remote start feature when ac...

Страница 174: ...the instrument panel outlets Bi Level Air is divided between the instrument panel outlets and the floor outlets Slightly cooler air is directed to the instrument panel outlets and warmer air is direct...

Страница 175: ...while in the defog or defrost modes If you try to select the recirculation mode the indicator light flashes three times and turns off Operation in this mode during periods of high humidity and cool ou...

Страница 176: ...d ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system For vehicles with the remote start feature and it is activated the climate control system heats or cools the inside of the vehicle with...

Страница 177: ...olar sensor located in the center of the instrument panel near the windshield For more information on the solar sensor see Sensors later in this section After the vehicle is started the display shows...

Страница 178: ...page 4 24 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 7 3 Air Delivery Mode Control Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to change the direction of the airflow in the vehicle To change the current mode select one...

Страница 179: ...e used to prevent outside air and odors from entering the vehicle This mode cannot be selected while in the defog or defrost modes If you try to select the recirculation mode the indicator light flash...

Страница 180: ...efogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or frost from the rear window Rear Defogger Press to turn the rear window defogger on or off An indicator light below the button come...

Страница 181: ...ont seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside the vehicle better Passenger Compartment Air Filter Outside air is routed through a passenger compartment air filter before entering the veh...

Страница 182: ...tment wall on the outboard side of the vehicle Then push in to flatten the pin holding the air filter in place Gently remove the air filter and any loose debris that may be inside the air filter compa...

Страница 183: ...h one of the vehicle s functions Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working Gauges can indicate when there might be or there is a problem with one of t...

Страница 184: ...Black plate 27 1 Buick Lucerne Owner Manual 2011 Instrument Panel Cluster English Super Model Shown Metric and Base Similar 4 27...

Страница 185: ...ometer Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Safety Belt Reminders Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light When the engine is started a chime sounds for several s...

Страница 186: ...al problem The system check includes the airbag sensor the pretensioners the airbag modules the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module For more information on the airbag system see Airbag...

Страница 187: ...ounted side impact airbags If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator it means that the right front passenger frontal airbag and seat mounted side impact airbag ar...

Страница 188: ...ndicate that there are problems with a generator drive belt or that there is an electrical problem Have it checked right away If the vehicle must be driven a short distance with the light on turn off...

Страница 189: ...till on have the vehicle towed for service See Towing Your Vehicle on page 5 23 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light For vehicles with the Antilock Brake System ABS this light comes on briefly when...

Страница 190: ...RACTION CONTROL message appears on the DIC the system does not limit wheel spin If the traction control system is manually turned off this light comes on and the TRACTION CONTROL OFF message appears o...

Страница 191: ...dealer If the system is working normally the indicator light then goes off This light also comes on green if the system detects a left or right lane marking It flashes changes to amber and three beeps...

Страница 192: ...driving conditions and the temperature indicator light comes on pull off the road stop the vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible Tire Pressure Light For vehicles with a tire pressure mo...

Страница 193: ...m before any problem is apparent Being aware of the light can prevent more serious damage to the vehicle This system assists the service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction Notice If th...

Страница 194: ...A loose or missing fuel cap allows fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off If the vehicle has been driven through a deep pu...

Страница 195: ...itical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed by the system This can happen if the battery has recently been replaced or if the battery has run down The diagnostic system evaluate...

Страница 196: ...n regarding this light and the vehicle s security system see Content Theft Deterrent on page 3 15 Front Fog Lamp Light The fog lamp light comes on when the fog lamps are in use The light goes out when...

Страница 197: ...off before the gauge reads full It takes more or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated For example the gauge may have indicated half full but it took more or less than half the tank s capacit...

Страница 198: ...stomization on page 4 56 for more information DIC Operation and Displays The DIC has different displays which can be accessed by pressing the DIC buttons located on the instrument panel to the left of...

Страница 199: ...ed on and the vehicle was moving Once the vehicle begins moving the trip odometer will accumulate mileage For example if the vehicle was driven 8 km 5 miles before it is started again and then the ret...

Страница 200: ...average speed of the vehicle in kilometers per hour km h or miles per hour mph This average is calculated based on the various vehicle speeds recorded since the last reset of this value To reset the v...

Страница 201: ...turned off See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4 47 and Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA on page 3 33 for more information Side Blind Zone If your vehicle has the Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA syste...

Страница 202: ...enu This display allows you to customize the feature settings on your vehicle See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 4 56 for more information DIC Compass Your vehicle may have a compass in the Driver...

Страница 203: ...ity wires manhole covers or other industrial structures if possible If CAL should ever appear in the DIC display the compass should be calibrated If the DIC display does not show a heading for example...

Страница 204: ...ges cannot be cleared from the DIC display because they are more urgent These messages require action before they can be cleared You should take any messages that appear on the display seriously and r...

Страница 205: ...y resumes You can continue to drive your vehicle If this message continues to appear have the system repaired by your dealer as soon as possible to avoid compressor damage ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGIN...

Страница 206: ...age 6 10 for more information HOOD OPEN If your vehicle has the remote start feature this message displays when the hood is not closed properly Make sure that the hood is closed completely See Hood Re...

Страница 207: ...ear Parking Assist URPA system has been turned off Press the set reset button to acknowledge this message and clear it from the DIC display To turn the URPA system back on see Park Assist under DIC Op...

Страница 208: ...tilock brake system warning light may also be displayed on the instrument panel cluster See Brake System Warning Light on page 4 32 and Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light on page 4 32 for more in...

Страница 209: ...nued driving the system needs service See your dealer See Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA on page 3 34 for more information SERVICE STABILITRAK If your vehicle has StabiliTrak this message displays if ther...

Страница 210: ...tion Have the TCS serviced by your dealer as soon as possible SERVICE TRANSMISSION This message displays when there is a problem with the transmission See your dealer for service SERVICE VEHICLE SOON...

Страница 211: ...tle control system Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer immediately This message only appears while the ignition is in ON RUN and will not disappear until the problem is resolved This message can...

Страница 212: ...ACTION CONTROL OFF This message displays when the Traction Control System TCS is turned off Adjust your driving accordingly See Traction Control System TCS on page 5 6 for more information TRACTION CO...

Страница 213: ...that allow you to program certain features to one preferred setting Customization features can only be programmed to one setting on the vehicle and cannot be programmed to a preferred setting for two...

Страница 214: ...will appear in English FRANCAIS All messages will appear in French ESPANOL All messages will appear in Spanish NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain To sele...

Страница 215: ...ure The current setting will remain To select a setting press the set reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC REMOTE DOOR LOCK This feature allows you to select the type of feed...

Страница 216: ...will remain To select a setting press the set reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC DELAY DOOR LOCK This feature allows you to select whether or not the locking of the vehicl...

Страница 217: ...DIC APPROACH LIGHTING This feature allows you to select whether or not to have the exterior lights turn on briefly during low light periods after unlocking the vehicle using the Remote Keyless Entry...

Страница 218: ...e See Park Tilt Mirrors on page 3 32 for more information Press the customization button until PARK TILT MIRRORS appears on the DIC display Press the set reset button once to access the settings for t...

Страница 219: ...HANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain To select a setting press the set reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC EASY EXIT SETUP If your ve...

Страница 220: ...for more information See Relearn Remote Key under DIC Operation and Displays on page 4 41 for more information on matching transmitters to driver ID numbers NO CHANGE No change will be made to this f...

Страница 221: ...when any of the following occurs The vehicle is shifted out of P Park The vehicle is no longer in ON RUN The trip fuel or vehicle information DIC buttons are pressed The end of the feature settings me...

Страница 222: ...covering mobile radio and telephone equipment The vehicle has Retained Accessory Power RAP With RAP the audio system can be played even after the ignition is turned off See Retained Accessory Power RA...

Страница 223: ...nge the date default setting from month day year to day month year 1 Press H and then the softkey located below the forward arrow label Once the time 12H and 24H and the date MM DD YYYY month day and...

Страница 224: ...o display the radio setup menu 3 Press the softkey under the AUTO VOLUM tab on the radio display 4 Press the softkey under the desired Speed Compensated Volume setting OFF Low Med or High to select th...

Страница 225: ...n to stop scanning To scan preset stations in the selected band press and hold the SEEK button for four seconds until a double beep sounds The radio goes to a stored preset plays for a few seconds the...

Страница 226: ...6 tab 3 Select the desired number of favorites pages by pressing the softkey located below the displayed page numbers 4 Press the FAV button or let the menu time out to return to the original main rad...

Страница 227: ...ressing the f knob to highlight the desired tab 3 Turn the f knob to adjust the highlighted setting The highlighted setting can also be adjusted by pressing either SEEK arrow On some radios the FWD an...

Страница 228: ...ategory displays or by pressing the softkey below the Restore All tab Categories cannot be removed or added while the vehicle is moving faster than 8 km h 5 mph Radio Messages Calibration Error Displa...

Страница 229: ...e f Tune Turn to select tracks on the CD currently playing SEEK Press to go to the start of the current track if more than ten seconds have played Press and hold or press multiple times to continue mo...

Страница 230: ...t or upside down The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again A problem may have occurred while burning the CD The label could be caught in the CD player If the CD is not playing corre...

Страница 231: ...input jack for use as another audio source Drivers are encouraged to set up any auxiliary device while the vehicle is in P Park See Defensive Driving on page 5 2 for more information on driver distra...

Страница 232: ...an play mp3 files that were recorded onto a CD R or CD RW disc Radios that have a USB port can play mp3 and wma files that are stored on a USB storage device as well as AAC files that are stored on an...

Страница 233: ...y continues from the first track of the first folder When play enters a new folder the display does not automatically show the new folder name unless the folder mode has been chosen as the default dis...

Страница 234: ...next folder RDM Random MP3 files can be listened to on a CD in random rather than sequential order To use random 1 Press the softkey under the RDM tab until Random Current Disc displays to play songs...

Страница 235: ...port located on the front of the radio If the vehicle is on and the USB connection works OK to disconnect and a GM logo may appear on the iPod and iPod appears on the radio s display The iPod music a...

Страница 236: ...softkey below j to pause the track The tab appears raised when pause is being used Press the softkey below j again to resume playback Back Press the softkey below the back tab to go back to the main...

Страница 237: ...e used to navigate in the following order First softkey first item in the list Second softkey 1 through the list each time the softkey is pressed Third softkey 5 through the list each time the softkey...

Страница 238: ...conds No XM Signal The system is functioning correctly but the vehicle is in a location that is blocking the XM signal When the vehicle is moved into an open area the signal should return Loading XM T...

Страница 239: ...iod of time the receiver could have a fault Consult with your dealer XM Not Available If this message does not clear within a short period of time the receiver could have a fault Consult with your dea...

Страница 240: ...an operation Pairing A Bluetooth cell phone must be paired to the Bluetooth system and then connected to the vehicle before it can be used See your cell phone manufacturers user guide for Bluetooth f...

Страница 241: ...e a name for the paired cell phone This name will be used to indicate which phones are paired and connected to the vehicle see Listing All Paired and Connected Phones later in this section for more in...

Страница 242: ...g commands are used delete and store phone numbers Store This command will store a phone number or a group of numbers as a name tag Digit Store This command allows a phone number to be stored as a nam...

Страница 243: ...1 Press and hold b g for two seconds 2 Say Delete all name tags Listing Stored Numbers The list command will list all the stored numbers and name tags Using the List Command 1 Press and hold b g for t...

Страница 244: ...be heard through the audio speakers Using the Re dial Command 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds 2 After the tone say Re dial Once connected the person called will be heard through the audio speaker...

Страница 245: ...connection process can take up to two minutes after the ignition is turned to ON RUN To Transfer Audio From the Bluetooth System to a Cell Phone During a call with the audio in the vehicle 1 Press b g...

Страница 246: ...nless information is deleted out of the in vehicle Bluetooth system it will be retained indefinitely This includes all saved name tags in the phone book and phone pairing information For information o...

Страница 247: ...reset or favorite CD DVD To select tracks on a CD DVD Press and release w or x to go to the next or previous track Select tracks on an iPod or USB Device Vehicles without a Navigation System 1 Press a...

Страница 248: ...and release to move up one track within the selected category b g Mute Push to Talk Press to silence the vehicle speakers only Press again to turn the sound on For vehicles with Bluetooth or OnStar sy...

Страница 249: ...s during the night Static can also occur when things like storms and power lines interfere with radio reception When this happens try reducing the treble on the radio FM Stereo FM signals only reach a...

Страница 250: ...ntenna without interfering with radio reception Notice Using a razor blade or sharp object to clear the inside rear window can damage the rear window antenna and or the rear window defogger Repairs wo...

Страница 251: ...Black plate 94 1 Buick Lucerne Owner Manual 2011 2 NOTES 4 94...

Страница 252: ...l System TCS 5 6 Magnetic Ride Control 5 8 Steering 5 8 Off Road Recovery 5 9 Passing 5 10 Loss of Control 5 10 Driving at Night 5 11 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 5 12 Before Leaving on a Long Tri...

Страница 253: ...ng WARNING Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You can have a serious or even fatal colli...

Страница 254: ...essories can affect vehicle performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 6 3 Braking See Brake System Warning Light on page 4 31 Braking action involves perception time and reaction time Deci...

Страница 255: ...Brake System ABS an advanced electronic braking system that helps prevent a braking skid When the engine is started and the vehicle begins to drive away ABS checks itself A momentary motor or clicking...

Страница 256: ...g can help more than even the very best braking Brake Assist This vehicle has a Brake Assist feature designed to assist the driver in stopping or decreasing vehicle speed in emergency driving conditio...

Страница 257: ...t has turned off This could take up to 15 minutes The TCS StabiliTrak warning light on the instrument panel cluster will flash when the system is operating See Traction Control System TCS Warning Ligh...

Страница 258: ...em off or on press and release this button located in front of the shift lever TCS automatically comes on whenever the vehicle is started To limit wheel spin especially in slippery road conditions alw...

Страница 259: ...ace the angle at which the curve is banked and vehicle speed While in a curve speed is the one factor that can be controlled If there is a need to reduce speed do it before entering the curve while th...

Страница 260: ...always possible is a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery The vehicle s right wheels can drop off the edge of a road onto the shoulde...

Страница 261: ...le Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by not overdriving those conditions But skids are always possible The three types of skids correspond...

Страница 262: ...ing because some drivers are likely to be impaired by alcohol or drugs with night vision problems or by fatigue Night driving tips include Drive defensively Do not drink and drive Reduce headlamp glar...

Страница 263: ...your vehicle to be carried away If this happens you and other vehicle occupants could drown Do not ignore police warnings and be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Hydroplaning...

Страница 264: ...vels checked Lamps Do they all work and are lenses clean Tires Are treads good Are tires inflated to recommended pressure Weather and Maps Safe to travel Have up to date maps Highway Hypnosis Always b...

Страница 265: ...ft down to let the engine assist the brakes on a steep downhill slope WARNING Coasting downhill in N Neutral or with the ignition off is dangerous The brakes will have to do all the work of slowing do...

Страница 266: ...drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more The Traction Control System TCS on page 5 6 improves the ability to accelerate on slippery roads but slow down and adjust your d...

Страница 267: ...e Check again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there Continued WARNING Continued Open a window about 5 cm two inches on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind to bring in...

Страница 268: ...system to free the vehicle turn the traction system off and use the rocking method WARNING If the vehicle s tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured The vehicle can...

Страница 269: ...break and it can change the way the vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of the vehicle Tire and Loading Information Label Label Examp...

Страница 270: ...ngers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage loa...

Страница 271: ...1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 2 300 lbs 136 kg C Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 700 lbs 317 kg Example 2 Item Description Total A Maximum Vehicle Capacity Weight for...

Страница 272: ...r specific information about your vehicle s maximum vehicle capacity weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s maximum vehi...

Страница 273: ...not be covered by the vehicle warranty Do not overload the vehicle If things like suitcases tools packages or anything else are put inside the vehicle they will go as fast as the vehicle goes If you...

Страница 274: ...n as dinghy towing and dolly towing Dinghy towing is towing the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground Dolly towing is towing the vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a devic...

Страница 275: ...und The vehicle was not designed to be towed with all four wheels on the ground Use a dolly if the vehicle must be towed See Dolly Towing later in this section for more information Dolly Towing The ve...

Страница 276: ...important information about towing a trailer with the vehicle The vehicle can tow a trailer if it is equipped with the proper trailer towing equipment To identify the trailering capacity of the vehicl...

Страница 277: ...parts Do not tow a trailer when the outside temperature is above 100 F 38 C Three important considerations have to do with weight the weight of the trailer the weight of the trailer tongue and the tot...

Страница 278: ...the tongue weight the vehicle can carry which will also reduce the trailer weight the vehicle can tow If towing a trailer the tongue load must be added to the GVW because the vehicle will be carrying...

Страница 279: ...e hitch is removed If the holes are not sealed dirt water and deadly carbon monoxide CO from the exhaust can get into the vehicle See Engine Exhaust on page 3 28 in the Index for more information Safe...

Страница 280: ...re still working Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving the vehicle without a trailer This can help to avoid situations that require heavy bra...

Страница 281: ...n a long or steep downgrade If the transmission is not shifted down the brakes might have to be used so much that they would get hot and no longer work well On a long uphill grade shift down and reduc...

Страница 282: ...nce on page 7 3 for more information Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid engine oil belts cooling system and brake system It is a good idea to in...

Страница 283: ...Black plate 32 1 Buick Lucerne Owner Manual 2011 2 NOTES 5 32...

Страница 284: ...6 17 Engine Oil Life System 6 22 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 23 Automatic Transmission Fluid 6 24 Cooling System 6 27 Engine Coolant 4 6L Engine 6 29 Engine Coolant 3 9L Engine 6 31 Engine Overheating...

Страница 285: ...rance Care 6 97 Interior Cleaning 6 97 Fabric Carpet 6 98 Leather 6 99 Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 6 99 Care of Safety Belts 6 100 Weatherstrips 6 100 Washing Your Vehicle 6 100...

Страница 286: ...Some of these accessories could even cause malfunction or damage not covered by the vehicle warranty Damage to vehicle components resulting from the installation or use of non GM certified parts inclu...

Страница 287: ...be necessary For additional information see www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate Doing Your Own Service Work WARNING You can be injured and the vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service...

Страница 288: ...ler before adding equipment to the outside of the vehicle Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of this vehicle To help keep the engine clean and maintain opt...

Страница 289: ...might be heard If the octane is less than 87 you might notice a heavy knocking noise when you drive If this occurs use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible Otherwise you could...

Страница 290: ...soline additive recommended by General Motors Also your dealer has additives that will help correct and prevent most deposit related problems Gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol...

Страница 291: ...n D 5798 By definition this means that fuel labeled E85 will have an ethanol content between 70 and 85 Filling the fuel tank with fuel mixtures that do not meet ASTM specifications can affect driveabi...

Страница 292: ...t contains methanol Do not use fuel containing methanol It can corrode metal parts in the fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage would not be covered under the vehicle warran...

Страница 293: ...smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling the vehicle This is against the law in some places Do not re enter the vehicle while pumping fuel Keep children a...

Страница 294: ...surfaces as soon as possible See Washing Your Vehicle on page 6 100 When replacing the fuel cap turn it to the right clockwise until it clicks Make sure the cap is fully installed The diagnostic syst...

Страница 295: ...l nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pumping fuel Do not use a cellular pho...

Страница 296: ...al near the floor 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull the secondary hood release to the right The hood latch is located under the hood near the center at the front edge of the grille 3 Hold...

Страница 297: ...Black plate 14 1 Buick Lucerne Owner Manual 2011 Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 3 9L V6 engine here is what you will see 6 14...

Страница 298: ...27 E Radiator Pressure Cap See Cooling System on page 6 27 F Power Steering Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid on page 6 37 G Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil on...

Страница 299: ...Black plate 16 1 Buick Lucerne Owner Manual 2011 When you open the hood on the 4 6L V8 engine here is what you will see 6 16...

Страница 300: ...der Reservoir See Brake Fluid under Brakes on page 6 39 J Automatic Transmission Fluid Cap and Dipstick Out of View See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 6 24 K Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 6...

Страница 301: ...he engine oil dipstick Obtaining an accurate oil level reading is essential 1 If the engine has been running recently turn off the engine and allow several minutes for the oil to drain back into the o...

Страница 302: ...ing range shown on the dipstick are harmful to the engine If you find that you have an oil level above the operating range i e the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatche...

Страница 303: ...ication or an equivalent engine oil of the appropriate viscosity grade Engine oils approved to the dexos specification will show the dexos symbol on the container Failure to use the recommended engine...

Страница 304: ...aying the dexos certification mark are all that is needed for good performance and engine protection Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehi...

Страница 305: ...a year The engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset Your dealer has trained service people who will perform this work and reset the system I...

Страница 306: ...lter at each engine oil change How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter To inspect the air cleaner filter remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to release loose dust and...

Страница 307: ...atic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change Automatic Transmission Fluid A good time to check the automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change the fluid and filter...

Страница 308: ...uid Level Prepare the vehicle as follows 1 Park the vehicle on a level place Keep the engine running 2 With the parking brake applied place the shift lever in P Park 3 With your foot on the brake peda...

Страница 309: ...e level into the cross hatched area on the dipstick 1 Pull out the dipstick 2 Using a long neck funnel add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level It does not take much fluid...

Страница 310: ...fluid level A transmission fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss If a leak occurs take the vehicle to your dealer service department and have it repaired as soon as possible Cooling System The...

Страница 311: ...y hot Do not touch them If you do you can be burned Do not run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get...

Страница 312: ...ld catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant If using this mixtur...

Страница 313: ...ge Tank WARNING You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine Not...

Страница 314: ...de the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the FULL COLD mark on the side of the coolant surge tank 5...

Страница 315: ...mixture nothing else needs to be added This mixture Gives freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C outside temperature Gives boiling protection up to 265 F 129 C engine temperature Protects against rust...

Страница 316: ...is visible but the coolant level is not at or above the FULL COLD mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant at the coolant recovery tank but be sure the cooling system is...

Страница 317: ...sure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and surge tank pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap If coolant is needed add the proper mixture directly to the radiator but be su...

Страница 318: ...ht about a hot engine as well as an engine coolant temperature gauge on the instrument panel cluster You may decide not to lift the hood when this warning appears but instead get service help right aw...

Страница 319: ...n emergency If No Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment If an engine overheat warning is displayed but no steam can be seen or heard the problem may not be too serious Sometimes the engine can g...

Страница 320: ...e a loss in power and engine performance This operating mode allows the vehicle to be driven to a safe place in an emergency Driving extended miles km and or towing a trailer in the overheat protectio...

Страница 321: ...s may not be covered by the vehicle s warranty Always use the correct fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 7 8 Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When the vehicle needs windshiel...

Страница 322: ...w linings are installed the fluid level goes back up A fluid leak in the brake hydraulic system can also cause a low fluid level Have the brake hydraulic system fixed since a leak means that sooner or...

Страница 323: ...rk well This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake hydraulic system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as...

Страница 324: ...ue specifications in Capacities and Specifications on page 6 114 Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to...

Страница 325: ...shion under Rear Underseat Fuse Block on page 6 109 Access to the battery is not necessary to jump start the vehicle See Jump Starting on page 6 44 WARNING A battery that is not properly vented can le...

Страница 326: ...rage WARNING Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be badly hurt if you are not careful See Jump Starting on page 6 44 for tips on working around a battery without get...

Страница 327: ...rt the vehicle by pushing or pulling it will not work and it could damage the vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system Notice If the other vehicle...

Страница 328: ...accessory power outlet s Turn off the radio and all lamps that are not needed This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries And it could save the radio 4 Open the hood on the other vehicle and...

Страница 329: ...ARNING Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation I...

Страница 330: ...th the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery If it will not start after a few tries it probably needs service Notice If the jumper cables ar...

Страница 331: ...It is recommended that the vehicle is taken to your dealer for service if the headlamps need to be adjusted It is possible however to re aim the headlamps as described The vehicle should Be placed so...

Страница 332: ...m Step 3 and mark it 5 Draw or tape a horizontal line B on the wall the width of the vehicle at the height of the mark in Step 4 Notice Do not cover a headlamp to improve beam cut off when aiming Cove...

Страница 333: ...tical aiming screw until the headlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal tape line Turn it clockwise or counterclockwise to raise or lower the angle of the beam 9 Make sure that the light from the headla...

Страница 334: ...e pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps an...

Страница 335: ...the bulb socket in and turn it clockwise to secure it in the taillamp assembly 11 Push the taillamp assembly straight in to its original location When reinstalling the taillamp assembly make sure the...

Страница 336: ...s A Taillamp B Back up Lamp To replace an auxiliary taillamp or back up lamp bulb 1 Open the trunk See Trunk on page 3 11 2 Remove the three fasteners from the trunk trim 3 Pull back the trunk trim to...

Страница 337: ...traight into the socket until it clicks to secure it 6 Push the socket in and turn it clockwise to secure it 7 Reinstall the license plate in its original location Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamps Bul...

Страница 338: ...tabs on each side of the wiper blade assembly and slide the assembly off the end of the wiper arm 4 Replace the blade assembly with a new one Allowing the wiper blade arm to touch the windshield when...

Страница 339: ...res The resulting crash could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold Continued WARNING Continued...

Страница 340: ...spect ratio construction type and service description See the Tire Size illustration later in this section for more detail B TPC Spec Tire Performance Criteria Specification Original equipment tires d...

Страница 341: ...cturers are required to grade tires based on three performance factors treadwear traction and temperature resistance For more information see Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 6 74 G Maximum Cold I...

Страница 342: ...Inflation Tire Pressure on page 6 63 F Tire Size A combination of letters and numbers define a tire s width height aspect ratio construction type and service description The letter T as the first cha...

Страница 343: ...tward on each square inch of the tire Air pressure is expressed in pounds per square inch psi or kilopascal kPa Accessory Weight This means the combined weight of optional accessories Some examples of...

Страница 344: ...trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles Load Index An assigned number ranging from 1 to 279 that corresponds to the load carrying capacity of a tire Maximum Inflation Pressure The maximum air...

Страница 345: ...th the road Treadwear Indicators Narrow bands sometimes called wear bars that show across the tread of a tire when only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm of tread remains See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 6 70...

Страница 346: ...hed to your vehicle This label shows your vehicle s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they are cold The recommended cold tire inflation pressure shown on...

Страница 347: ...System The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS uses radio and sensor technology to check tire pressure levels The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in your vehicle s tires and transmit tire pressur...

Страница 348: ...e tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that t...

Страница 349: ...d to the proper pressure A Tire and Loading Information label attached to your vehicle shows the size of your vehicle s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressure for your vehicle s t...

Страница 350: ...in this section One or more TPMS sensors are missing or damaged The DIC message and the TPMS malfunction light should go off when the TPMS sensors are installed and the sensor matching process is perf...

Страница 351: ...ive seconds The horn sounds twice to signal the receiver is in relearn mode and TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE message displays on the DIC screen 4 Start with the driver side front tire 5 Remove the valve cap f...

Страница 352: ...it The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that cannot be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage Tires should be rotated every 12 000 km 7 500 miles See Scheduled Maintenance...

Страница 353: ...from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or di...

Страница 354: ...a vehicle for at least a month remove the tires or raise the vehicle to reduce the weight from the tires Buying New Tires GM has developed and matched specific tires for your vehicle The original equi...

Страница 355: ...ould mount and dismount the tires WARNING Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes brands or types radial and Continued WARNING Continued bias bel...

Страница 356: ...nd Loading Information Label and its location on your vehicle Different Size Tires and Wheels If you add wheels or tires that are a different size than your original equipment wheels and tires this ma...

Страница 357: ...ters of 10 to 12 inches 25 to 30 cm or to some limited production tires While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades they must also...

Страница 358: ...re can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent hig...

Страница 359: ...ts wheel nuts and TPMS sensors for your vehicle WARNING Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous It could affect the braking and handling of your v...

Страница 360: ...ued WARNING Continued instructions To help avoid damage to your vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it is contacting your vehicle and do not spin your vehicle s wheels If you do find...

Страница 361: ...to a stop well off the road if possible WARNING Driving on a flat tire will cause permanent damage to the tire Re inflating a tire after it has been driven on while severely under inflated or flat ma...

Страница 362: ...exceed the recommended pressure WARNING Storing the tire sealant and compressor kit or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loo...

Страница 363: ...ow the safe handling instructions on the label adhered to the compressor Check the tire sealant expiration date on the sealant canister The sealant canister should be replaced before its expiration da...

Страница 364: ...he tire Always do a safety check first See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 6 78 Do not remove any objects that have penetrated the tire 1 Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit from its storage locati...

Страница 365: ...ure while the compressor is on Turn the compressor off to get an accurate pressure reading The compressor may be turned on off until the correct pressure is reached Notice If the recommended pressure...

Страница 366: ...e tire pressure has fallen more than 68 kPa 10 psi below the recommended inflation pressure stop driving the vehicle The tire is too severely damaged and the tire sealant cannot seal the tire See Road...

Страница 367: ...ssor kit from its storage location See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit Storage on page 6 86 2 Unwrap the air only hose E and the power plug G 3 Place the kit on the ground Make sure the tire valve ste...

Страница 368: ...D may read higher than the actual tire pressure while the compressor is on Turn the compressor off to get an accurate reading The compressor may be turned on off until the correct pressure is reached...

Страница 369: ...ew canister which is available from your dealer 5 Push the new canister into place 6 Screw the connector B to the canister A 7 Slide the plastic cover back on Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit Storage T...

Страница 370: ...re To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in P Park 3 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 4 Do not allow passengers...

Страница 371: ...on page 3 11 2 Turn the center retainer counterclockwise to remove it 3 Lift and remove the compact spare tire cover 4 Turn the retainer that secures the jack and wheel wrench counterclockwise and re...

Страница 372: ...g include the jack A and the wheel wrench B Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 Do a safety check before proceeding See Changing a Flat Tire on page 6 87 2 Turn the wheel wrench cou...

Страница 373: ...raising the vehicle Notice If you position the jack under the rocker molding and attempt to raise the vehicle you could break the molding and or cause other damage to your vehicle Always position the...

Страница 374: ...6 Put the compact spare tire near the flat tire WARNING Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under...

Страница 375: ...use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire on page 6 87 9 Remove any rust or dirt from...

Страница 376: ...d WARNING Continued specification supplied by the aftermarket manufacturer when using accessory locking wheel nuts See Capacities and Specifications on page 6 114 for original equipment wheel nut torq...

Страница 377: ...nt could strike someone Store all these in the proper place After you have put the compact spare tire on your vehicle you need to store the flat tire in your trunk Store the flat tire as far forward i...

Страница 378: ...e it on the compartment floor 4 Insert the jack container E into the spare tire F 5 Insert the wheel wrench G and jack H into the center of the compact spare tire making sure to line up the wheel nut...

Страница 379: ...m h for distances up to 3 000 miles 5 000 km so you can finish your trip and have the full size tire repaired or replaced at your convenience Of course it is best to replace the spare with a full size...

Страница 380: ...nterior When cleaning the vehicle s interior only use cleaners specifically designed for the surfaces being cleaned Permanent damage may result from using cleaners on surfaces for which they were not...

Страница 381: ...arpet Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment frequently to remove dust and loose dirt A canister vacuum with a beater bar in the nozzle may only be used on floor carpet and carpeted floor m...

Страница 382: ...lish on leather Many commercial leather cleaners and coatings that are sold to preserve and protect leather may permanently change the appearance and feel of the leather and are not recommended Do not...

Страница 383: ...en Notice Certain cleaners contain chemicals that can damage the emblems or nameplates on the vehicle Check the cleaning product label If it states that it should not be used on plastic parts do not u...

Страница 384: ...cle has a basecoat clearcoat paint finish the clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat Always use waxes and polishes that are non abrasive and made for a basecoat clearcoat paint f...

Страница 385: ...d by Extreme dusty conditions Sand and salt Heat and sun Snow and ice without proper removal Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels and Trim The vehicle may have either aluminum or chrome plated wheels Keep...

Страница 386: ...me plated wheels The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Never drive a vehicle that has aluminum or chrome plated wheels through an automatic car wash that uses silicone carbide tire...

Страница 387: ...even though they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and debris can collect Dirt packed in close areas o...

Страница 388: ...title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This code identifies the vehicle s engine specifications and replacement parts See Engine Specification...

Страница 389: ...oblem is fixed or goes away 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 390: ...nual 2011 Fuses Usage 1 Engine Control Module ECM Crank 2 Fuel Injectors Odd 3 Fuel Injectors Even 4 Air Conditioning Clutch Fuses Usage 5 Air Injection Reactor AIR Solenoid 6 Oxygen Sensor 7 Emission...

Страница 391: ...eft Low Beam Headlamp 18 Right Low Beam Headlamp 19 Windshield Washer Pump Motor 20 Left Front Cornering Lamp 21 Right Front Cornering Lamp 22 Air Pump J Case 23 Antilock Brake System ABS J Case Fuses...

Страница 392: ...at could damage the battery and or wires Avoid contact between the rear seat and the fuse center whenever you remove or reinstall the rear seat Do not remove covers from any of the covered parts and d...

Страница 393: ...ion always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and are not twisted 1 Buckle the center passenger position safety belt then route the safety belts through the proper slots in the...

Страница 394: ...111 1 Buick Lucerne Owner Manual 2011 Fuses Usage 1 Fuel Pump 2 Left Park Lamp 3 Not Used 4 Right Park Lamp Fuses Usage 5 Engine Control Module ECM Transmission Control Module TCM 6 Memory Module 7 No...

Страница 395: ...t Used 24 Electronic Leveling Control Module 25 Body Control Module Left Turn Signal 26 Cigarette Lighter Auxiliary Power Outlet 27 Not Used Fuses Usage 28 Retained Accessory Power 1 RAP 29 Passenger...

Страница 396: ...51 Not Used 52 Rear Defogger 53 Electronic Leveling Control Compressor 58 Park Lamps 59 Fuel Pump 60 Not Used 61 Not Used Relays Usage 62 Unlock 63 Lock 64 Run 65 Daytime Running Lamps 66 Not Used 67...

Страница 397: ...e amount see the refrigerant label located under the hood See your dealer for more information Engine Cooling System 3 9LV6 Engine 9 7 qt 9 2 L 4 6LV8 Engine 12 7 qt 12 0 L Engine Oil with Filter 3 9L...

Страница 398: ...k plate 115 1 Buick Lucerne Owner Manual 2011 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmissions Spark Plug Gap 3 9LV6 Engine M Automatic 0 040 in 1 01 mm 4 6LV8 Engine S Automatic 0 050 in 1 27 mm 6...

Страница 399: ...Black plate 116 1 Buick Lucerne Owner Manual 2011 2 NOTES 6 116...

Страница 400: ...n 7 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule 7 2 Introduction 7 2 Scheduled Maintenance 7 3 Owner Checks and Services 7 6 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 8 Maintenance Replacement Parts 7 10 Engi...

Страница 401: ...that carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits on the Tire and Loading Information label See Loading the Vehicle on page 5 18 are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving lim...

Страница 402: ...system is reset accidentally service the vehicle within 5 000 km 3 000 miles since the last service Reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed See Engine Oil Life System on page 6 22 Every...

Страница 403: ...strips with a clean cloth makes them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Restraint system component check See Checking the Restraint Systems on page 2 72 Fuel system inspection for damage...

Страница 404: ...o be needed if you notice reduced air flow windows fogging up or odors Your dealer can help you determine when it is the right time to replace the filter First Engine Oil Change After Every 80 000 km...

Страница 405: ...vice Engine drive belts inspection for fraying excessive cracks or obvious damage or every 10 years whichever occurs first Replace if needed Owner Checks and Services Starter Switch Check WARNING When...

Страница 406: ...pply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move 3 With the engine off turn the ignition to ON RUN but do not start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift...

Страница 407: ...ark mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to P Park Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake Contact your dealer if service is required Recommended Fluids and L...

Страница 408: ...Cylinders Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Usage Fluid Lubricant Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubri...

Страница 409: ...intenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 22676970 A1627C Engine Oil Filter 3 9LV6 Engine 89017342 PF61 4 6LV8 Engine 89017342 PF61 Passenger Compar...

Страница 410: ...Black plate 11 1 Buick Lucerne Owner Manual 2011 Engine Drive Belt Routing 3 9L V6 Engine 4 6L V8 Engine 7 11...

Страница 411: ...After the scheduled services are performed record the date odometer reading who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided Retain all maintenance receipts Maintenan...

Страница 412: ...Black plate 13 1 Buick Lucerne Owner Manual 2011 Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed 7 13...

Страница 413: ...Black plate 14 1 Buick Lucerne Owner Manual 2011 Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed 7 14...

Страница 414: ...Program 8 7 Scheduling Service Appointments 8 9 Courtesy Transportation Program 8 9 Collision Damage Repair 8 10 Reporting Safety Defects 8 13 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government...

Страница 415: ...to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention Have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance representative Vehicle Identification Number This i...

Страница 416: ...ipation in a no charge Mediation Arbitration program General Motors of Canada Limited has committed to binding arbitration of owner disputes involving factory related vehicle service claims The progra...

Страница 417: ...FAQ Frequently Asked Questions Contact Us My GM Canada Canada www gm ca My GM Canada is a password protected section of www gm ca where you can save information on GM vehicles get personalized offers...

Страница 418: ...write or e mail Buick the letter should be addressed to United States Buick Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33136 Detroit MI 48232 5136 www Buick com 1 800 521 7300 1 800 832 8425 For Text Telephon...

Страница 419: ...Reimbursement Program This program is available to qualified applicants for cost reimbursement of eligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required for your vehicle such as hand controls or a wheelchai...

Страница 420: ...sion from the owner is not covered Roadside Assistance is not a part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Buick and General Motors of Canada Limited reserve the right to make any changes or discontinue...

Страница 421: ...e registration is required Trip Routing Service Detailed maps of North America are provided when requested either with the most direct route or the most scenic route There is a six request limit per y...

Страница 422: ...les with the Bumper to Bumper Base Warranty Coverage period in Canada extended powertrain and or hybrid specific warranties in both the U S and Canada Several Courtesy Transportation options are avail...

Страница 423: ...eet state provincial local and rental vehicle provider requirements Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements insurance coverage credit card etc You are responsible for fuel usage cha...

Страница 424: ...e parts may fit poorly exhibit premature durability corrosion problems and may not perform properly in subsequent collisions Aftermarket parts are not covered by your GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty a...

Страница 425: ...plate number Vehicle make model and model year Vehicle Identification Number VIN Insurance company and policy number General description of the damage to the other vehicle Choose a reputable repair f...

Страница 426: ...ghway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying General Motors If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a gro...

Страница 427: ...xle suspension brakes electrical steering body etc Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give additional technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each...

Страница 428: ...Privacy Your GM vehicle has a number of sophisticated computers that record information about the vehicle s performance and how it is driven For example your vehicle uses computer modules to monitor...

Страница 429: ...ituation occurs no data is recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data e g name gender age and crash location is recorded However other parties such as law enforcement cou...

Страница 430: ...vehicles for functions such as tire pressure monitoring and ignition system security as well as in connection with conveniences such as key fobs for remote door locking unlocking and starting and in...

Страница 431: ...Black plate 18 1 Buick Lucerne Owner Manual 2011 2 NOTES 8 18...

Страница 432: ...hould an Airbag Inflate 2 61 Where Are the Airbags 2 59 Airbags Passenger Status Indicator 4 30 Readiness Light 4 29 System Check 2 56 Antenna Backglass 4 93 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System...

Страница 433: ...attery 6 42 Electric Power Management 4 13 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver 4 12 Inadvertent Power Saver 4 14 Run Down Protection 4 14 Belt Routing Engine 7 11 Bluetooth 4 82 Brake Emergencies 5 5 Brak...

Страница 434: ...king Things Under the Hood 6 12 Chemical Paint Spotting 6 104 Child Restraints Infants and Young Children 2 35 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 2 43 Older Children 2 32 Securing a Child Restrain...

Страница 435: ...rature Warning Light 4 34 Cooling System 6 27 Cornering Lamps 4 12 Courtesy Lamps 4 12 Courtesy Transportation Program 8 9 Cruise Control 4 7 Light 4 39 Cupholders 3 47 Customer Assistance 8 5 Text Te...

Страница 436: ...mate Control System 4 19 E E85 Fuel 6 8 EDR 8 15 Electrical Equipment Add On 6 106 Electrical System Fuses and Circuit Breakers 6 106 Power Windows and Other Power Options 6 106 Rear Underseat Fuse Bl...

Страница 437: ...g 6 94 Floor Mats 3 48 Fluid Automatic Transmission 6 24 Power Steering 6 37 Windshield Washer 6 38 Fog Lamps Bulb Replacement 4 12 Front Fog Lamps Light 4 39 Front Reading Lamps 4 13 Front Storage Ar...

Страница 438: ...erior Lamps 4 10 Flash to Pass 4 6 High Low Beam Changer 4 5 On Reminder 4 11 Wiper Activated 4 11 Heated Steering Wheel 4 4 Heated Seats 2 5 2 6 Heater 4 16 Engine Coolant 3 21 Highbeam On Light 4 39...

Страница 439: ...System for Child Restraints 2 43 Lighting Delayed Entry 4 13 Delayed Exit 4 13 Entry 4 12 Perimeter 4 13 Theater Dimming 4 13 Lights Airbag Readiness 4 29 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning 4 32 Brake...

Страница 440: ...ded Fluids and Lubricants 7 8 Scheduled Maintenance 7 3 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 4 36 Memory Seat and Mirrors 2 7 Message DIC Warnings and Messages 4 47 Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview 3 29 Manua...

Страница 441: ...3 32 Power Mirrors 3 31 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 6 37 Owner Checks and Services 7 6 Owners Canadian iii P Paint Damage 6 104 Park Shifting Into 3 25 Shifting Out of 3 26 Park Aid 3...

Страница 442: ...R Radio Frequency Identification RFID 8 17 Statement 8 17 Radio s 4 66 Radios Navigation Radio System see Navigation Manual 4 82 Reception 4 92 Setting the Clock 4 65 Theft Deterrent 4 89 Rear Door S...

Страница 443: ...How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 2 16 Lap Belt 2 30 Lap Shoulder Belt 2 24 Reminders 4 28 Safety Belts Are for Everyone 2 12 Use During Pregnancy 2 30 Safety Defects Reporting Canadian Government 8 1...

Страница 444: ...e Change 4 5 Spare Tire Compact 6 96 Installing 6 89 Removing 6 88 Storing 6 94 Specifications and Capacities 6 114 Speedometer 4 28 StabiliTrak Indicator Light 4 33 StabiliTrak System 5 6 Start Vehic...

Страница 445: ...g 6 103 Compact Spare 6 96 Different Size 6 73 If a Tire Goes Flat 6 78 Tires cont Inflation Tire Pressure 6 63 Inspection and Rotation 6 69 Installing the Spare Tire 6 89 Pressure Light 4 35 Pressure...

Страница 446: ...n Lever 4 4 U Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA 3 33 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 6 74 Universal Home Remote System 3 40 Operation 3 40 V Vehicle Control 5 3 Loading 5 18 Remote Start 3 6 Running Wh...

Страница 447: ...ignment and Tire Balance 6 75 Different Size 6 73 Replacement 6 76 When It Is Time for New Tires 6 70 Where to Put the Child Restraint 2 41 Windows 3 13 Power 3 14 Windshield Washer 4 7 Washer Fluid 6...

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