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...section explains how to use your seats and safety belts properly. Maintenanceschedule ...This section tells you 'll find something you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire 0 1 - YourDrivingandtheRoad ...Here you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what to do... section tells you information on "Reporting Safety Defects" on page 8-4. engine overheating, etc. ProblemsontheRoad ...This section tells you what fluids and lubricants to operate your sound system. You can use . The 1995 Buick LeSabre Owner's Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...This section tells you how ...
...section explains how to use your seats and safety belts properly. Maintenanceschedule ...This section tells you 'll find something you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire 0 1 - YourDrivingandtheRoad ...Here you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what to do... section tells you information on "Reporting Safety Defects" on page 8-4. engine overheating, etc. ProblemsontheRoad ...This section tells you what fluids and lubricants to operate your sound system. You can use . The 1995 Buick LeSabre Owner's Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...This section tells you how ...
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... when you are familiar with this section, you what to let you know when there's a problem with one of your vehicle. Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of the gages shows there may be alarmed when this manual's advice. When one...is wrong before it . Please follow this happens. Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators Warning lights and gages can be a problem, check the section that something is a problem with your vehicle's functions. Paying attention to do about it becomes serious enoughto cause an expensive repair or replacement. If ...
... when you are familiar with this section, you what to let you know when there's a problem with one of your vehicle. Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of the gages shows there may be alarmed when this manual's advice. When one...is wrong before it . Please follow this happens. Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators Warning lights and gages can be a problem, check the section that something is a problem with your vehicle's functions. Paying attention to do about it becomes serious enoughto cause an expensive repair or replacement. If ...
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... your driving accordingly. 2-47 Adjust your vehicle may stay on , the system will be a problem with your engineand may need service. If the light stays on , you still have brakes, but you start the engine. If the regular brake system warning light isn't on , turn the ignition off . If...reset the system. If the regular brake system warning light is on for several seconds. If the light still stays on when you start the engine again to warn you 're driving, yourBuick needs service. Traction Control System Warning Light (Option) This warning light should come on , or...
... your driving accordingly. 2-47 Adjust your vehicle may stay on , the system will be a problem with your engineand may need service. If the light stays on , you still have brakes, but you start the engine. If the regular brake system warning light isn't on , turn the ignition off . If...reset the system. If the regular brake system warning light is on for several seconds. If the light still stays on when you start the engine again to warn you 're driving, yourBuick needs service. Traction Control System Warning Light (Option) This warning light should come on , or...
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...to traction control, the traction control system will turn off and the warning light will come on. k a If there's a brake system problem that your engine coolant has overheated or your vehicle needs service. If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should go off. (See... on and stay on. The traction control system warning light may come on for thefollowing reasons: 0 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light If you turn the system off by an engine-related problem, the system will turn off and the warning light will come on. This light tells you that...
...to traction control, the traction control system will turn off and the warning light will come on. k a If there's a brake system problem that your engine coolant has overheated or your vehicle needs service. If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should go off. (See... on and stay on. The traction control system warning light may come on for thefollowing reasons: 0 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light If you turn the system off by an engine-related problem, the system will turn off and the warning light will come on. This light tells you that...
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... systems. CHECK If you have the gage cluster, you it fixed right away. In the chapter "Problems on while you have a problem. See "Engine Overheating" the in degrees Fahrenheit. The engine coolant temperature gage indicates the coolant temperature in Index. 2-49 You should come on , but the... engine is not running, as a check to do. If it stays on, or it comes on the Road...
... systems. CHECK If you have the gage cluster, you it fixed right away. In the chapter "Problems on while you have a problem. See "Engine Overheating" the in degrees Fahrenheit. The engine coolant temperature gage indicates the coolant temperature in Index. 2-49 You should come on , but the... engine is not running, as a check to do. If it stays on, or it comes on the Road...
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... Gage 9 3 OIL This light tells you if there could lead to costly repairs not covered your engine may not run smoothly. That's just a check to RUN. They are three ways this light on...your instrument panel. There are : 1 . It goes off once you turn your key to be a problem with this light can read your oil pressure directly from the gage on briefly, which is normal and doesn't show...'t as good be there to start. NOTICE: If you keep driving your vehicle with your engine oil pressure. If it doesn't, be sure to have it fixed so it to warn you if something goes wrong.
... Gage 9 3 OIL This light tells you if there could lead to costly repairs not covered your engine may not run smoothly. That's just a check to RUN. They are three ways this light on...your instrument panel. There are : 1 . It goes off once you turn your key to be a problem with this light can read your oil pressure directly from the gage on briefly, which is normal and doesn't show...'t as good be there to start. NOTICE: If you keep driving your vehicle with your engine oil pressure. If it doesn't, be sure to have it fixed so it to warn you if something goes wrong.
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...on , it oil has not been more than eight minutes since the engine was shut off will not register low engine if it means oil isn't going through your vehicle serviced. 3. oil CHECK OIL LEVEL If the engineoil is problems can be You low on moment. NOTICE: Damage to the RUN position.... could be costly and not covered by your engine from neglected oil is more than one quart low,the light off . If you might...
...on , it oil has not been more than eight minutes since the engine was shut off will not register low engine if it means oil isn't going through your vehicle serviced. 3. oil CHECK OIL LEVEL If the engineoil is problems can be You low on moment. NOTICE: Damage to the RUN position.... could be costly and not covered by your engine from neglected oil is more than one quart low,the light off . If you might...
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... the CHANGE OILSOON light to be lit for 60 seconds once 90% of this, the CHANGE OIL SOON light may come on continuously, there is a problem with the Oil Life Monitor System and service is started after that the Oil Life Monitor System has been reset. CHANGE OIL SOON It does.... The data it in the glove box. With the ignition key in the RUN position, push the reset button, hold it receives contains information about engine speed (revolutions per minute), coolant temperature and vehicle speed. SOON light is lit for at least five seconds but not more than 60 seconds. The...
... the CHANGE OILSOON light to be lit for 60 seconds once 90% of this, the CHANGE OIL SOON light may come on continuously, there is a problem with the Oil Life Monitor System and service is started after that the Oil Life Monitor System has been reset. CHANGE OIL SOON It does.... The data it in the glove box. With the ignition key in the RUN position, push the reset button, hold it receives contains information about engine speed (revolutions per minute), coolant temperature and vehicle speed. SOON light is lit for at least five seconds but not more than 60 seconds. The...
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Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your Buick has an advanced electronic brakingsystem that your engine stops, you brake. If you 're driving, brake normally but don't pump your engine ever stops while you do a lot of better braking and longer brake life. See "Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light" in ...light on the instrument panel will come on . This is used up, it when you will help prevent a braking skid. If there's a problem with the traffic and allow realistic following distances,you may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise. And you start your vehicle. do , the...
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your Buick has an advanced electronic brakingsystem that your engine stops, you brake. If you 're driving, brake normally but don't pump your engine ever stops while you do a lot of better braking and longer brake life. See "Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light" in ...light on the instrument panel will come on . This is used up, it when you will help prevent a braking skid. If there's a problem with the traffic and allow realistic following distances,you may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise. And you start your vehicle. do , the...
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...on, the TRACTION OFF warning light will come on , the system will automatically disengage. But you can turn the system off fuel injectors and managing engine spark) to limit wheel spin. Remember: Anti-lock doesn't change the time you need to. (You should always leave the system on. The... you have anti-lock brakes. When road conditions allow you to apply your brakes if that one or both of you, you know if there's a problem with your vehicle ever gets stuck in the Index. See "Rocking Your Vehicle" i n the Index.) 4-8 If you get your driving accordingly. use i t again, ...
...on, the TRACTION OFF warning light will come on , the system will automatically disengage. But you can turn the system off fuel injectors and managing engine spark) to limit wheel spin. Remember: Anti-lock doesn't change the time you need to. (You should always leave the system on. The... you have anti-lock brakes. When road conditions allow you to apply your brakes if that one or both of you, you know if there's a problem with your vehicle ever gets stuck in the Index. See "Rocking Your Vehicle" i n the Index.) 4-8 If you get your driving accordingly. use i t again, ...
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... driving. 0 0 Drive defensively. Always be impaired -by alcohol or drugs, with reduced trdction, try your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, or braking (including engine braking by fatigue. Driving at Night If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your driving to these conditions. For safety, you start steering quickly enough..., your vehicle may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is on a surface with night vision problems, or by shifting to slow down and adjust your foot the off the accelerator pedal.
... driving. 0 0 Drive defensively. Always be impaired -by alcohol or drugs, with reduced trdction, try your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, or braking (including engine braking by fatigue. Driving at Night If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your driving to these conditions. For safety, you start steering quickly enough..., your vehicle may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is on a surface with night vision problems, or by shifting to slow down and adjust your foot the off the accelerator pedal.
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... in hills or mountains. As you go down to THIRD (3). The most important of thing to know is this: let your engine do some tips can make that warn or special problems. Examplesare long grades, passing or no-passing zones, a falling rocks area,or winding roads. There could be alert. Check all... down a steep or long hill. 0 Know how to go uphill. Know how to go over the top of the road. This will help cool your engine and transaxle, and you can work hard on two-lane roads in good shape. Shift to these and take appropriate action. 4-23 Shift down hills.
... in hills or mountains. As you go down to THIRD (3). The most important of thing to know is this: let your engine do some tips can make that warn or special problems. Examplesare long grades, passing or no-passing zones, a falling rocks area,or winding roads. There could be alert. Check all... down a steep or long hill. 0 Know how to go uphill. Know how to go over the top of the road. This will help cool your engine and transaxle, and you can work hard on two-lane roads in good shape. Shift to these and take appropriate action. 4-23 Shift down hills.
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How to Add Coolant tothe Coolant Recovery Tank If'you haven't found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn't atFULL COLD, add a 50/50 mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) and a proper antifreeze at the coolant recovery tank. (See "Engine Coolant"in the Index for mix.) more infomation about the proper coolant I NOTICE: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Use the recommended coolant.
How to Add Coolant tothe Coolant Recovery Tank If'you haven't found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn't atFULL COLD, add a 50/50 mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) and a proper antifreeze at the coolant recovery tank. (See "Engine Coolant"in the Index for mix.) more infomation about the proper coolant I NOTICE: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Use the recommended coolant.
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... more than 87, you may get a heavy knocking noise when you 're accelerating or driving up a hill. Properly-blended fuel that means you don't have a problem. 6-3 Don't use it can corrode metal parts in Canada. But don't worry if you hear a little pinging noise when you drive. What about gasoline with..."and corrosion preventers in this fuel to the fuel. If the octane is less than 10% ethanol is at 87 octaneor higher. It can damageyour engine. And even 5% or at 87 octane or higher and you get rid of gasoline (unleaded).You'll see UNLEADED right on the pump. These ...
... more than 87, you may get a heavy knocking noise when you 're accelerating or driving up a hill. Properly-blended fuel that means you don't have a problem. 6-3 Don't use it can corrode metal parts in Canada. But don't worry if you hear a little pinging noise when you drive. What about gasoline with..."and corrosion preventers in this fuel to the fuel. If the octane is less than 10% ethanol is at 87 octaneor higher. It can damageyour engine. And even 5% or at 87 octane or higher and you get rid of gasoline (unleaded).You'll see UNLEADED right on the pump. These ...
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... water. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to a place that collects used engine oil contains certain elements that used oil. See "Scheduled Maintenance Services" i n the Index. 6-13 If you have a problem properly disposing of the engine compartment.To check or replacethe filter, undo the wing screws and pull the air cleaner...
... water. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to a place that collects used engine oil contains certain elements that used oil. See "Scheduled Maintenance Services" i n the Index. 6-13 If you have a problem properly disposing of the engine compartment.To check or replacethe filter, undo the wing screws and pull the air cleaner...
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If you use an improper coolant mix, your warranty. Engine Coolant The following explains your Buick will: 0 A CAUTION: Give freezing protection down to -34°F (-37°C) . Help keep the proper engine temperature. NOTICE: If you use this mixture, you have a problem with a complete coolant flush and refill. If you don't need to add...as they should. 0 0 0 0 What to 262°F (128°C) . The proper coolant for your cooling system and how to GM Specification 1825M with in engine overheating, see "Engine Overheating" the Index. The repair cost wouldn't be covered by your...
If you use an improper coolant mix, your warranty. Engine Coolant The following explains your Buick will: 0 A CAUTION: Give freezing protection down to -34°F (-37°C) . Help keep the proper engine temperature. NOTICE: If you use this mixture, you have a problem with a complete coolant flush and refill. If you don't need to add...as they should. 0 0 0 0 What to 262°F (128°C) . The proper coolant for your cooling system and how to GM Specification 1825M with in engine overheating, see "Engine Overheating" the Index. The repair cost wouldn't be covered by your...
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When you replace your radiator pressure cap, an AC@ cap is recommended. How To Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment is cool, unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck. Replace the cap and completely tighten ... kPa) pressure-type capand must be at the tluid level on the dipstick. The level should be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating.Be sure the arrows the cap on line up to bring the level up with a clean rag. A fluid loss in the...
When you replace your radiator pressure cap, an AC@ cap is recommended. How To Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment is cool, unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck. Replace the cap and completely tighten ... kPa) pressure-type capand must be at the tluid level on the dipstick. The level should be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating.Be sure the arrows the cap on line up to bring the level up with a clean rag. A fluid loss in the...
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... Glass ...6-38 Leather ...6-37 Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades ...6-38 Special Problems ...6-36 6-36 Stains ...6-35 The Inside o f Your Buick ...6-39 The Outside of Your Buick ...Tires ...6-40 Top of ...ConvenienceNet ...2-40 2-39 Convex Outside Mirror ...Coolant ...6-17... Coolant Heater. Loss of the 1nstrume.nt Panel ...6-38 Vinyl ...6-37 Climate Control. Playing ...3- 15 Compact Spare Tire ...5-29 4-5 Control 01' a Vehicle ...4- Engine ...
... Glass ...6-38 Leather ...6-37 Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades ...6-38 Special Problems ...6-36 6-36 Stains ...6-35 The Inside o f Your Buick ...6-39 The Outside of Your Buick ...Tires ...6-40 Top of ...ConvenienceNet ...2-40 2-39 Convex Outside Mirror ...Coolant ...6-17... Coolant Heater. Loss of the 1nstrume.nt Panel ...6-38 Vinyl ...6-37 Climate Control. Playing ...3- 15 Compact Spare Tire ...5-29 4-5 Control 01' a Vehicle ...4- Engine ...
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...Chemical ...2-35 PanelLights ...Park (P), Shifting Into ...2-22 2-24 Park (P), Shifting Out of Safety Belts ...1-22 5-1 Problems on the Road ...8-7 Publications. Driving In ...Reading Lamps Front ...Rear ...Rear Door Security Lock ...Rear Passenger ComforTemp...16 3-10 4-16 2-36 2-36 2-4 3-2 1-26 1-24 1-24 9-7 Rain. Engine ...Ordering Owner Publications ...8-7 8-7 Service Bulletins ...8-7 Service Manuals ...2-38 Outside Mirrors ...Overdrive (@)Position, Automatic Transaxle ...2- 19 5- 11 Overheated Engine ...Owner Checks and Services ...7-37 Owner Publications, Ordering ...8-7 6-41 P a i ...
...Chemical ...2-35 PanelLights ...Park (P), Shifting Into ...2-22 2-24 Park (P), Shifting Out of Safety Belts ...1-22 5-1 Problems on the Road ...8-7 Publications. Driving In ...Reading Lamps Front ...Rear ...Rear Door Security Lock ...Rear Passenger ComforTemp...16 3-10 4-16 2-36 2-36 2-4 3-2 1-26 1-24 1-24 9-7 Rain. Engine ...Ordering Owner Publications ...8-7 8-7 Service Bulletins ...8-7 Service Manuals ...2-38 Outside Mirrors ...Overdrive (@)Position, Automatic Transaxle ...2- 19 5- 11 Overheated Engine ...Owner Checks and Services ...7-37 Owner Publications, Ordering ...8-7 6-41 P a i ...