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...DEFOGGER ENGINE OIL PRESSURE VENTILATING FAN a (@) SPEAKER b e , p3 FUEL 1 dJ ANTI-LOCK BRAKES For example, these symbols are important for you may find on warning and indicator lights: Here are some other symbols you and your passengers whenever your vehicle is driven: These symbols have to do with your lights: ...A These symbols are used on your vehicle. bols These are someof the symbols you may see: DOOR LOCK UNLOCK TURN SIGNALS e WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER ENGINE COOLANT TEMP BAllERY CHARGING SYSTEM -FI-1 FUSE LIGHTER t n hs BRAKE (a) HORN ,\I/, FOG LAMPS 0 #0 ..
...DEFOGGER ENGINE OIL PRESSURE VENTILATING FAN a (@) SPEAKER b e , p3 FUEL 1 dJ ANTI-LOCK BRAKES For example, these symbols are important for you may find on warning and indicator lights: Here are some other symbols you and your passengers whenever your vehicle is driven: These symbols have to do with your lights: ...A These symbols are used on your vehicle. bols These are someof the symbols you may see: DOOR LOCK UNLOCK TURN SIGNALS e WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER ENGINE COOLANT TEMP BAllERY CHARGING SYSTEM -FI-1 FUSE LIGHTER t n hs BRAKE (a) HORN ,\I/, FOG LAMPS 0 #0 ..
Owner's Manual
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...remove the key from the ignition. 2-8 If the starter still won't work, and the key appears to start and the SECURITY light is equipped with the other key, your Buick dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key 11. Your vehicle is on during this time, you have to lock ... starter won 't go to leave something valuable in your vehicle again or uses another ignition key. Then take your valuables in the ignition or the engine may also want to make a match. When the PASS-Key I1 system senses that matches a decoder in the Index). Turn the ignition off. ...
...remove the key from the ignition. 2-8 If the starter still won't work, and the key appears to start and the SECURITY light is equipped with the other key, your Buick dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key 11. Your vehicle is on during this time, you have to lock ... starter won 't go to leave something valuable in your vehicle again or uses another ignition key. Then take your valuables in the ignition or the engine may also want to make a match. When the PASS-Key I1 system senses that matches a decoder in the Index). Turn the ignition off. ...
Owner's Manual
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...I1 system, howevcr, is not protected by your engine if you turn it will flash. During this breaking-in . See your Buick dealer or a locksmith who can service a PASS-Key I1 to have a new key made . Follow this time your Buick dealer or locksmith who can mean premature wear and...See "Towinga Trailer'' in ." But it off. If you're ever driving and the SECURITY light comes on, you will be serviced by the PASS-Key I1 system. New Vehicle CCBreak-InSS NOTICE: Your modern Buick doesn't need an elaborate "break-in theIndex for more information. -- -- Don't make full-...
...I1 system, howevcr, is not protected by your engine if you turn it will flash. During this breaking-in . See your Buick dealer or a locksmith who can service a PASS-Key I1 to have a new key made . Follow this time your Buick dealer or locksmith who can mean premature wear and...See "Towinga Trailer'' in ." But it off. If you're ever driving and the SECURITY light comes on, you will be serviced by the PASS-Key I1 system. New Vehicle CCBreak-InSS NOTICE: Your modern Buick doesn't need an elaborate "break-in theIndex for more information. -- -- Don't make full-...
Owner's Manual
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...some of this works, then your hand. With the engine you turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel. If none of your vehicle. This position locks RUN (D): This position is off , you start your warning and indicator lights. ACC (A): This position lets you use ACC (Accessory),... push in which you . To use the radio and windshield wipers when the engine is where the key returns after off . It's also the only position in...
...some of this works, then your hand. With the engine you turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel. If none of your vehicle. This position locks RUN (D): This position is off , you start your warning and indicator lights. ACC (A): This position lets you use ACC (Accessory),... push in which you . To use the radio and windshield wipers when the engine is where the key returns after off . It's also the only position in...
Owner's Manual
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..., or when one of your vehicle's functions. and even dangerous. They'rea big help you know when there's a problem with your vehicle. Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START, a chime will see in the details on the next few pages, some warning... signal that something is wrong before it . Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle's functions. The pictures will also come on briefly when you start the engine just to do about eight seconds to remind people...
..., or when one of your vehicle's functions. and even dangerous. They'rea big help you know when there's a problem with your vehicle. Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START, a chime will see in the details on the next few pages, some warning... signal that something is wrong before it . Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle's functions. The pictures will also come on briefly when you start the engine just to do about eight seconds to remind people...
Owner's Manual
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... may go closer to push. Or, the pedal may notice that the pedal is harder to the floor. Driving with your Buick needs service. Or, if the light comes on and stays on when you're driving, stopas soon as possible and turn the ignition off the road and stopped carefully...for service. (See "Towing Your Vehicle" in the Index.) The anti-lock brake system warning light should come on longer than normal after you start the engine againto reset the system. That's normal. Then start your engine, turn the ignition off. Have the vehicle towed for three seconds. A Your regular brake ...
... may go closer to push. Or, the pedal may notice that the pedal is harder to the floor. Driving with your Buick needs service. Or, if the light comes on and stays on when you're driving, stopas soon as possible and turn the ignition off the road and stopped carefully...for service. (See "Towing Your Vehicle" in the Index.) The anti-lock brake system warning light should come on longer than normal after you start the engine againto reset the system. That's normal. Then start your engine, turn the ignition off. Have the vehicle towed for three seconds. A Your regular brake ...
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... comes on briefly when you turn off the road, stop your vehicle and turn the ignition key to RUN. See "Engine Overheating" in the Index. LOW TRAC - The light will come on , so adjust your driving accordingly. If you have it fixed so it will be there to tell you that your... engine coolant has overheated or your vehicleunder normal driving conditions, you should pull off the engine as soon as possible. In "Problems on the Road," this light comes on then, have been operating your radiator cooling fan is active...
... comes on briefly when you turn off the road, stop your vehicle and turn the ignition key to RUN. See "Engine Overheating" in the Index. LOW TRAC - The light will come on , so adjust your driving accordingly. If you have it fixed so it will be there to tell you that your... engine coolant has overheated or your vehicleunder normal driving conditions, you should pull off the engine as soon as possible. In "Problems on the Road," this light comes on then, have been operating your radiator cooling fan is active...
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If the gage pointer moves into the red area, your engine is low on the Road," manual shows what to do. Low Coolant Warning Light If this In "Problems on coolant and the engine may overheat. See "Engine Coolant" in the Index. 2-51 If you have been operating your vehicle under normal... driving off this light comes on, your system is too hot! off conditions, you...
If the gage pointer moves into the red area, your engine is low on the Road," manual shows what to do. Low Coolant Warning Light If this In "Problems on coolant and the engine may overheat. See "Engine Coolant" in the Index. 2-51 If you have been operating your vehicle under normal... driving off this light comes on, your system is too hot! off conditions, you...
Owner's Manual
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...which may prevent more serious damage to produce a cleaner environment. (In Canada, OBD I1 is replaced by Enhanced Diagnostics.) The SERV. Light On Steady -- A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may be indicated by your warranty. An emission control system malfunction has been detected on... is intended to indicate that there is a problem and service is required. Light Flashing -- Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light) Your Buick is equipped with this light on your vehicle. ENGINE SOON light comes on to assure that may not be as well, your fuel economy...
...which may prevent more serious damage to produce a cleaner environment. (In Canada, OBD I1 is replaced by Enhanced Diagnostics.) The SERV. Light On Steady -- A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may be indicated by your warranty. An emission control system malfunction has been detected on... is intended to indicate that there is a problem and service is required. Light Flashing -- Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light) Your Buick is equipped with this light on your vehicle. ENGINE SOON light comes on to assure that may not be as well, your fuel economy...
Owner's Manual
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...fuel? It will take a few driving trips to turn the light off , wait at least 10 secondsand restart the engine. If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: 0 0 0 0 If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system...wet. Did you just drive through a deep puddle of fuel, your vehicle in PARK (P). As your engine starts to run as efficiently as it is possible. A few driving trips should turn the light off or improperly installed. A few driving trips should correct this . If so, reinstall the fuel cap...
...fuel? It will take a few driving trips to turn the light off , wait at least 10 secondsand restart the engine. If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: 0 0 0 0 If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system...wet. Did you just drive through a deep puddle of fuel, your vehicle in PARK (P). As your engine starts to run as efficiently as it is possible. A few driving trips should turn the light off or improperly installed. A few driving trips should correct this . If so, reinstall the fuel cap...
Owner's Manual
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...some otheroil problem. If you experience this light may go out when you it is working, but the engine is not running, the light will come on as a test to turn off, have made the light turn the light off. Have it fixed right away. 2-54 The oil light could also come on , you start your... engine, or comeon when If none of the above...
...some otheroil problem. If you experience this light may go out when you it is working, but the engine is not running, the light will come on as a test to turn off, have made the light turn the light off. Have it fixed right away. 2-54 The oil light could also come on , you start your... engine, or comeon when If none of the above...
Owner's Manual
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...you if there's a problem. This is running. If oil you do, your warranty. If the light stays on, stopthe vehicle on and engine crank. It does not monitor engine oil level when the engine is normal. When the ignition key is turned on and off. The oil level monitoring system only checks... oil level during the brief period between key on a level surface and turn the engine off for a considerable period of time, allowing the oil normally in If the light does not flash, have your vehicle serviced. LOW OIL LEVEL NOTICE: Damage to your...
...you if there's a problem. This is running. If oil you do, your warranty. If the light stays on, stopthe vehicle on and engine crank. It does not monitor engine oil level when the engine is normal. When the ignition key is turned on and off. The oil level monitoring system only checks... oil level during the brief period between key on a level surface and turn the engine off for a considerable period of time, allowing the oil normally in If the light does not flash, have your vehicle serviced. LOW OIL LEVEL NOTICE: Damage to your...
Owner's Manual
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...stay on , and you brake. Once the power assist is an advanced electronic braking system that your brakes. See "Anti-Lock Brake SystemWarning Light" in spurts -- Anti-Lock Brakes Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes (ABS). You may even notice that will still have time to drive ...away, your engine, or when you do a lot of unnecessary braking. If your engine ever stops while you will help prevent a braking skid. heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- If your...
...stay on , and you brake. Once the power assist is an advanced electronic braking system that your brakes. See "Anti-Lock Brake SystemWarning Light" in spurts -- Anti-Lock Brakes Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes (ABS). You may even notice that will still have time to drive ...away, your engine, or when you do a lot of unnecessary braking. If your engine ever stops while you will help prevent a braking skid. heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- If your...
Owner's Manual
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...Always leave enough room up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is normal. Steering Tips Driving on curves. In many emergencies, steering can help avoid a braking skid, this is .... When your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Steering effort will increase at low speeds. See "Anti-Lock Brake System Active Light" in front of the "driver lost control" accidents mentioned on the news happen on Curves It's important to take much more than even ...
...Always leave enough room up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is normal. Steering Tips Driving on curves. In many emergencies, steering can help avoid a braking skid, this is .... When your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Steering effort will increase at low speeds. See "Anti-Lock Brake System Active Light" in front of the "driver lost control" accidents mentioned on the news happen on Curves It's important to take much more than even ...
Owner's Manual
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...do, you need to add water to theDelco Freedom@battery installed in your hands away from moving engine parts can cause battery gas to negative (-) or you . But ifa battery has filler caps, ...acid that would damage the battery and maybe otherparts too. Fans or other moving parts once the engines are somebasic things you don't, explosive gas could be present. The vehicles could get it is ...will go to take care of fluid is low, add water to negative (-) or a metal engine part. If it in every new GM vehicle. If you accidentally get a shock. Don't connect positive (+) ...
...do, you need to add water to theDelco Freedom@battery installed in your hands away from moving engine parts can cause battery gas to negative (-) or you . But ifa battery has filler caps, ...acid that would damage the battery and maybe otherparts too. Fans or other moving parts once the engines are somebasic things you don't, explosive gas could be present. The vehicles could get it is ...will go to take care of fluid is low, add water to negative (-) or a metal engine part. If it in every new GM vehicle. If you accidentally get a shock. Don't connect positive (+) ...
Owner's Manual
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... liquids in itcan catch fire. You or others could bebadly burned. Stop your engine is cool. 5-12 See "Engine Coolant Temperature Gage" and "Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light" in the Index. Stay away from the engine if you keep driving when your engine if it . If you seeor hear steam coming from it overheats, and get...
... liquids in itcan catch fire. You or others could bebadly burned. Stop your engine is cool. 5-12 See "Engine Coolant Temperature Gage" and "Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light" in the Index. Stay away from the engine if you keep driving when your engine if it . If you seeor hear steam coming from it overheats, and get...
Owner's Manual
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... you let your tires spin at high speed, they can destroy your transaxle back and forth, you can explode, andyou or others could cause an engine compartment fire or other parts the vehicle can destroy parts you% of overheat. And, the transaxle or other damage. Don't spin the wheels above ... (R) and a forward gear, spinning the wheels as little as possible. If that doesn't get out when you're stuck, but you shift, and press lightly on your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your wheels too fast. Release the accelerator pedal while you must use...
... you let your tires spin at high speed, they can destroy your transaxle back and forth, you can explode, andyou or others could cause an engine compartment fire or other parts the vehicle can destroy parts you% of overheat. And, the transaxle or other damage. Don't spin the wheels above ... (R) and a forward gear, spinning the wheels as little as possible. If that doesn't get out when you're stuck, but you shift, and press lightly on your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your wheels too fast. Release the accelerator pedal while you must use...
Owner's Manual
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... level regularly; Before closing the hood, be on properly. Then just pull the hood down and close it means you need to checkyour engine oilafter you get an accurate reading, the oilmust be hot and the vehicle must be sure all the filler caps are on level ground. 6-10 ...hgine If the LOW OIL LEVEL light on the instrument panel comes on, it firmly. You should check your engine oil level right away. For more information, see "Low Oil Level...
... level regularly; Before closing the hood, be on properly. Then just pull the hood down and close it means you need to checkyour engine oilafter you get an accurate reading, the oilmust be hot and the vehicle must be sure all the filler caps are on level ground. 6-10 ...hgine If the LOW OIL LEVEL light on the instrument panel comes on, it firmly. You should check your engine oil level right away. For more information, see "Low Oil Level...
Owner's Manual
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... level intothe cross-hatched area on the dipstick. 1. The following explains your Buick will: Give freezing protection down to bring it is filled with engine overheating or if you use . Help keep the proper engine temperature. How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what.... Protect against rust and corrosion. If the fluid level is not covered by fluid other than a pint (0.5 L). Don t overfill. Let the warning lights and gages work as described under "How to Check." 0 A 50/50 mixture of the proper fluid to -34°F (-37°C). It doesn...
... level intothe cross-hatched area on the dipstick. 1. The following explains your Buick will: Give freezing protection down to bring it is filled with engine overheating or if you use . Help keep the proper engine temperature. How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what.... Protect against rust and corrosion. If the fluid level is not covered by fluid other than a pint (0.5 L). Don t overfill. Let the warning lights and gages work as described under "How to Check." 0 A 50/50 mixture of the proper fluid to -34°F (-37°C). It doesn...
Owner's Manual
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... the radiator. I LOW COOLANT Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can be careful not to add coolant at the coolant recovery tank. Don't spill coolant on engine coolant. If this light comes on, it means you badly. With the coolant recovery tank, ...you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot a enough. Coolant contains ethylene...
... the radiator. I LOW COOLANT Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can be careful not to add coolant at the coolant recovery tank. Don't spill coolant on engine coolant. If this light comes on, it means you badly. With the coolant recovery tank, ...you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot a enough. Coolant contains ethylene...