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... Index ...9-1 Here's an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. You can use your Buick running properly and looking good. The '1995Buick Riviera Owner's Manual Seats and Restraint Systems 1-1 This section tells you how to use it to quickly find...and safety belts properly. ServiceandAppearanceCare ...6-1 Here the manual tells you howto contact Buick for assistance and how to get service publications. Comfort Controls and Audio Systems ...3-1 This section tells you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. ...
... Index ...9-1 Here's an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. You can use your Buick running properly and looking good. The '1995Buick Riviera Owner's Manual Seats and Restraint Systems 1-1 This section tells you how to use it to quickly find...and safety belts properly. ServiceandAppearanceCare ...6-1 Here the manual tells you howto contact Buick for assistance and how to get service publications. Comfort Controls and Audio Systems ...3-1 This section tells you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. ...
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There is an electrical problem. See "Air Bag Readiness Light" in the Index for malfunctions. The system checks the air bag's electrical system for more information. 1-19 The light tells you if there is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG.
There is an electrical problem. See "Air Bag Readiness Light" in the Index for malfunctions. The system checks the air bag's electrical system for more information. 1-19 The light tells you if there is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG.
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Section 2 Features and Controls Here you have a problem. and what to do if you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Buick, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Keys 2-1 Also explained are the instrument panel and thewarning systems that tell you if everything is working properly --
Section 2 Features and Controls Here you have a problem. and what to do if you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Buick, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Keys 2-1 Also explained are the instrument panel and thewarning systems that tell you if everything is working properly --
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... set off the alarm by accident, unlock any other way will also go off. The SECURITY light should come on and stay on , there isa problem with a key or manual door lock. If the SECURITY light stays on when the ignition is off. With this system, the SECURITY light will go... only activates if you to avoid setting off the alarm by using the Keyless Entry System. Open the door. 2. Universal Theft Deterrent (Option) If your Buick has this does not shut off the alarm. Your vehicle's lamps will flash and the horn will sound for several minutes, then will go off...
... set off the alarm by accident, unlock any other way will also go off. The SECURITY light should come on and stay on , there isa problem with a key or manual door lock. If the SECURITY light stays on when the ignition is off. With this system, the SECURITY light will go... only activates if you to avoid setting off the alarm by using the Keyless Entry System. Open the door. 2. Universal Theft Deterrent (Option) If your Buick has this does not shut off the alarm. Your vehicle's lamps will flash and the horn will sound for several minutes, then will go off...
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..., or when one of your vehicle's functions.As you will help . 2-56 Gages can indicate when there may beor is a Warning lights come on when problem with one of the warning lightscomes on and stays on your vehicle.The pictures will see in the detailson the next few pages, some warning... your vehicle. They're a big help you or others from injury. Please follow this happens. there may be or is a problem with one of the gages shows there may bea problem, check the section that tells you know when to do repairs can be costly -- So please get to cause an expensive...
..., or when one of your vehicle's functions.As you will help . 2-56 Gages can indicate when there may beor is a Warning lights come on when problem with one of the warning lightscomes on and stays on your vehicle.The pictures will see in the detailson the next few pages, some warning... your vehicle. They're a big help you or others from injury. Please follow this happens. there may be or is a problem with one of the gages shows there may bea problem, check the section that tells you know when to do repairs can be costly -- So please get to cause an expensive...
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... part can still work and stop . This light should take longer to the dealer at once.To save your Buick to stop you turnthe key to RUN, this light will be a brake problem. If the light and chime come on briefly, to show that the pedal is divided into two parts. It... off al accessories, and set your brake system inspected right away. If one part isn't working . Battery Light When you . Brake System Warning Light Your Buick's hydraulic brake system is harder to warn youif there's a problem.
... part can still work and stop . This light should take longer to the dealer at once.To save your Buick to stop you turnthe key to RUN, this light will be a brake problem. If the light and chime come on briefly, to show that the pedal is divided into two parts. It... off al accessories, and set your brake system inspected right away. If one part isn't working . Battery Light When you . Brake System Warning Light Your Buick's hydraulic brake system is harder to warn youif there's a problem.
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...60 If the traction control system is turned on, your traction control system and yourvehicle may come on for more information.) If there's a brake system problem that is on , press the button again. The warning light should come on. If it will come on and stay on. If your brakes ...turn off . (See "Traction Control System" in the Index for the following reasons: 0 TRACTION OFF 0 If you turn the system by an engine-related problem, thesystem will turn off traction control button located the left of the to steering column, the warning light will come on until your brakescool down...
...60 If the traction control system is turned on, your traction control system and yourvehicle may come on for more information.) If there's a brake system problem that is on , press the button again. The warning light should come on. If it will come on and stay on. If your brakes ...turn off . (See "Traction Control System" in the Index for the following reasons: 0 TRACTION OFF 0 If you turn the system by an engine-related problem, thesystem will turn off traction control button located the left of the to steering column, the warning light will come on until your brakescool down...
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... turn off as soon as the warning light. Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light This light tells you that your engine coolant has overheated. The chapter "Problems on the Road" in this manual explains what to do . See "Engine Overheating'' in the Index. Engine Coolant Temperature Gage That reading means the same... normd driving conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn the engine off the engine as soon as possible. The chapter "Problems on the Road" in this manual explains what to do .
... turn off as soon as the warning light. Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light This light tells you that your engine coolant has overheated. The chapter "Problems on the Road" in this manual explains what to do . See "Engine Overheating'' in the Index. Engine Coolant Temperature Gage That reading means the same... normd driving conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn the engine off the engine as soon as possible. The chapter "Problems on the Road" in this manual explains what to do .
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You should take your warranty. This could lead to as and your good engine may not run smoothly. I NOTICE: If you have it fixed right away.zf it stays on, or it comes on while you are driving, the computer is indicating that you keep driving your vehicle with this light on at all, have a problem. I r LOW COOLANT SERVICE ENGINE SOON If it does not come on , after a while theemission controls won't work as well, your fuel economy won't be as costly repairs not covered by your vehicle in for service soon.
You should take your warranty. This could lead to as and your good engine may not run smoothly. I NOTICE: If you have it fixed right away.zf it stays on, or it comes on while you are driving, the computer is indicating that you keep driving your vehicle with this light on at all, have a problem. I r LOW COOLANT SERVICE ENGINE SOON If it does not come on , after a while theemission controls won't work as well, your fuel economy won't be as costly repairs not covered by your vehicle in for service soon.
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You could be low on oil, or you might have some other oil problem. 2-63 Engine Oil Pressure Light This light tells you if there could be a problem with your engine properly. DOOR AJAR When this light will stay on until all the doors are closed and completely latched. Door Ajar Light When the ignition is ON, this light comes on and stays on, it means oil isn't going through your engine oil pressure.
You could be low on oil, or you might have some other oil problem. 2-63 Engine Oil Pressure Light This light tells you if there could be a problem with your engine properly. DOOR AJAR When this light will stay on until all the doors are closed and completely latched. Door Ajar Light When the ignition is ON, this light comes on and stays on, it means oil isn't going through your engine oil pressure.
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... serviced. However, thesystem will notregister low engine oil if it will come on briefly, then go off . NOTICE: Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can come on briefly, which are : 1. They are normal and don't show...
... serviced. However, thesystem will notregister low engine oil if it will come on briefly, then go off . NOTICE: Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can come on briefly, which are : 1. They are normal and don't show...
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... result of victims every year. It's a lot less than 300,000 people injured. For persons under 21, it depends on the problem. Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with more than many might think. How muchis "too much alcohol consumed 0 Muscular Coordination Vision Attentiveness...The drinker's body weight The amount of food that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: Judgment 0 The obvious way tosolve this highway safety problem is consumed before and during drinking Police records show thatalmost half of a liquor like whiskey, ginor vodka. 4-2 by drinking three 4-ounce (...
... result of victims every year. It's a lot less than 300,000 people injured. For persons under 21, it depends on the problem. Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with more than many might think. How muchis "too much alcohol consumed 0 Muscular Coordination Vision Attentiveness...The drinker's body weight The amount of food that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: Judgment 0 The obvious way tosolve this highway safety problem is consumed before and during drinking Police records show thatalmost half of a liquor like whiskey, ginor vodka. 4-2 by drinking three 4-ounce (...
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... This light on the instrument panel will come on briefly when you start your vehicle and begin drive away, to push down. If there's a problem with traffic. Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in the Index. is used up, it when you do , the pedal may get harder... to you will stay on . If your engine ever stops while you do a lot of unnecessary braking. Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your Buick has an advanced electronic braking system that your brakes. heavy acceleration followedby heavy This braking -- rather than keeping pace with the anti-lock brake ...
... This light on the instrument panel will come on briefly when you start your vehicle and begin drive away, to push down. If there's a problem with traffic. Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in the Index. is used up, it when you do , the pedal may get harder... to you will stay on . If your engine ever stops while you do a lot of unnecessary braking. Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your Buick has an advanced electronic braking system that your brakes. heavy acceleration followedby heavy This braking -- rather than keeping pace with the anti-lock brake ...
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... , even to though you . TRACTION OFF When the system is especially useful in the Index. The system operates onlyif it again, you know if there's a problem with your driving accordingly.
... , even to though you . TRACTION OFF When the system is especially useful in the Index. The system operates onlyif it again, you know if there's a problem with your driving accordingly.
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... angle at the recommended 9 and 3 o'clock positions, you can Try to adjust your speedso you 're steering througha sharp curve. Your Buick can perform very well in emergencies like this requires close attention and a wheels are Emergencies'' earlier in front of the curve, and then ... can on the space available. quick decision. Wait to collision. Both control systems -avoid these . But sometimes you . steering around the problem, to reduceyour speed as you can you have traction control the time for evasive action -- Unless you suddenly accelerate. You can stop in ...
... angle at the recommended 9 and 3 o'clock positions, you can Try to adjust your speedso you 're steering througha sharp curve. Your Buick can perform very well in emergencies like this requires close attention and a wheels are Emergencies'' earlier in front of the curve, and then ... can on the space available. quick decision. Wait to collision. Both control systems -avoid these . But sometimes you . steering around the problem, to reduceyour speed as you can you have traction control the time for evasive action -- Unless you suddenly accelerate. You can stop in ...
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Driving at Night Night driving is thatsome drivers are likely to be impaired -by alcohol or drugs, withnight vision problems, or by fatigue. 4-14 One reason is more dangerous than day driving.
Driving at Night Night driving is thatsome drivers are likely to be impaired -by alcohol or drugs, withnight vision problems, or by fatigue. 4-14 One reason is more dangerous than day driving.
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... for a cross-country trip. 0 Try to move, check both ways for vehicles that rim and crisscross most large cities. City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is busy enough to need it. A traffic light is there because the corner is the amount of traffic on them.
... for a cross-country trip. 0 Try to move, check both ways for vehicles that rim and crisscross most large cities. City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is busy enough to need it. A traffic light is there because the corner is the amount of traffic on them.
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... your own lane. As you stay in your lane, like a stalled car or an accident. 0 0 0 You may seehighway signs on mountains that warn of special problems. Examples are 'some of the road. Themost important thing to go uphill. Stay in your trips safer and more enjoyable. Drive at speeds that can...
... your own lane. As you stay in your lane, like a stalled car or an accident. 0 0 0 You may seehighway signs on mountains that warn of special problems. Examples are 'some of the road. Themost important thing to go uphill. Stay in your trips safer and more enjoyable. Drive at speeds that can...
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Your hazard warning flashers work . 5-1 To turn signal lamps flash on and off. Press down on the button again. Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you'll find what position your key is in, and even if the key isn't in. They also let police know ... the flashers, press down on the button located on top of the steering column to doabout some problems that can occur on the road. Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signals won't work no matter what to make your front and rear...
Your hazard warning flashers work . 5-1 To turn signal lamps flash on and off. Press down on the button again. Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you'll find what position your key is in, and even if the key isn't in. They also let police know ... the flashers, press down on the button located on top of the steering column to doabout some problems that can occur on the road. Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signals won't work no matter what to make your front and rear...
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Bow to Add Coolant to the 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" inthe Index for more information about the proper coolant mix.) I NOTICE: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, beater core and other parts. Use the recommended co-olant. 5-14
Bow to Add Coolant to the 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" inthe Index for more information about the proper coolant mix.) I NOTICE: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, beater core and other parts. Use the recommended co-olant. 5-14