Owner's Manual
Page 83
...mud. Also, if you stop when goinguphill, don't hold your transaxle. You can damage yourengine. NOTICE: If your front wheels can help control your brakes off and on a hill. 2-17 It can 't rotate, don't try to use it... you go down steep mountain roads, butthen you would also want to drive. You can damage your vehicle in very deep sand or mud or were up against a solid object. NOTICE: Don...'t drive inSECOND (2) for more power (but lower fuel economy. You could overheat and damage the transaxle...
...mud. Also, if you stop when goinguphill, don't hold your transaxle. You can damage yourengine. NOTICE: If your front wheels can help control your brakes off and on a hill. 2-17 It can 't rotate, don't try to use it... you go down steep mountain roads, butthen you would also want to drive. You can damage your vehicle in very deep sand or mud or were up against a solid object. NOTICE: Don...'t drive inSECOND (2) for more power (but lower fuel economy. You could overheat and damage the transaxle...
Owner's Manual
Page 91
... driver's window controls also include a lock-out switch. To tilt the wheel, hold the front of the switch. the If rear of the switch. Tilt St,,l ing Wheel rn Press either horn symbol on . Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level, then release the lever to sound the horn. To... the lock on your legs more room when you drive. The driver can also raise itto the highest level to adjust the steering wheel before you exit and enter the vehicle. A tilt steering wheel allows you to give your steeringwheel to lock the wheel in place. - 2-25 You can still control...
... driver's window controls also include a lock-out switch. To tilt the wheel, hold the front of the switch. the If rear of the switch. Tilt St,,l ing Wheel rn Press either horn symbol on . Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level, then release the lever to sound the horn. To... the lock on your legs more room when you drive. The driver can also raise itto the highest level to adjust the steering wheel before you exit and enter the vehicle. A tilt steering wheel allows you to give your steeringwheel to lock the wheel in place. - 2-25 You can still control...
Owner's Manual
Page 95
... controlcan be slippery roads. So, don't use cruise controlon slippery roads. This can 't drive safely at speeds below about 25 mph (40 k / ) more without keeping your cruise control winding on roads.or in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning, and you could lose control. .Don't use your foot m hor on longtrips...
... controlcan be slippery roads. So, don't use cruise controlon slippery roads. This can 't drive safely at speeds below about 25 mph (40 k / ) more without keeping your cruise control winding on roads.or in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning, and you could lose control. .Don't use your foot m hor on longtrips...
Owner's Manual
Page 159
... and controls brakingpressure accordingly. A computer senses that wheels are slowing down.If one of the wheels is wet. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of available tire and road conditions. You're driving safely. As you . Here's what happens with ABS. I You can change the brake pressure... faster than any driver could.The computer is programmed to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at the rear wheels. The anti-...
... and controls brakingpressure accordingly. A computer senses that wheels are slowing down.If one of the wheels is wet. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of available tire and road conditions. You're driving safely. As you . Here's what happens with ABS. I You can change the brake pressure... faster than any driver could.The computer is programmed to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at the rear wheels. The anti-...
Owner's Manual
Page 161
... pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from a possible collision. if you can "drive" through the curve. up What should adjust your speed. Wait to accelerate until you can perform...these . Then you 'll understand this section.) It is better to reduce your front wheels are times when steering can stop in emergencies like these You problems by braking -- ...it possible for evasive action -- Under less favorable conditions you 're steering througha sharp curve. Your Buick can 't; First apply your brakes. (See "Braking in Emergencies" earlier in a curve depends on ...
... pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from a possible collision. if you can "drive" through the curve. up What should adjust your speed. Wait to accelerate until you can perform...these . Then you 'll understand this section.) It is better to reduce your front wheels are times when steering can stop in emergencies like these You problems by braking -- ...it possible for evasive action -- Under less favorable conditions you 're steering througha sharp curve. Your Buick can 't; First apply your brakes. (See "Braking in Emergencies" earlier in a curve depends on ...
Owner's Manual
Page 162
... all timesand wear safety belts properly. If the level of the shoulder is a good reason to practicedefensive driving at the recommended 9 and 3 o'clock positions, you can turn the steering wheel up to one-quarter turn until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge. Ease the off the edge of a... road onto the shoulder while you're driving. If you are always possible is only slightly below the pavement, ...
... all timesand wear safety belts properly. If the level of the shoulder is a good reason to practicedefensive driving at the recommended 9 and 3 o'clock positions, you can turn the steering wheel up to one-quarter turn until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge. Ease the off the edge of a... road onto the shoulder while you're driving. If you are always possible is only slightly below the pavement, ...
Owner's Manual
Page 164
... can lose control of skids correspond to the right. or Skidding In a skid, a driver can ease alittle to your Buick's three control systems. In the braking skid, your wheels aren't rolling. If you than one vehicle at a time on two-lane roads. Keep trying to pass. Check your ...most skids taking reasonable by care suited to slip and lose cornering force. In the steering or cornering skid, too much throttle causes the driving wheels to do what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) don'thave enough friction where the tires meet the road...
... can lose control of skids correspond to the right. or Skidding In a skid, a driver can ease alittle to your Buick's three control systems. In the braking skid, your wheels aren't rolling. If you than one vehicle at a time on two-lane roads. Keep trying to pass. Check your ...most skids taking reasonable by care suited to slip and lose cornering force. In the steering or cornering skid, too much throttle causes the driving wheels to do what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) don'thave enough friction where the tires meet the road...
Owner's Manual
Page 172
...? Maps: Do you ! it Or is it happen to you have up-to avoid a major storm system? Is the tread good enough for long-distance driving? For safety, treat drowsiness on same scenery, along your route? Here are some things you do about an easy stretch road with the of on... a condition as an emergency. 0 0 4-20 Check your rearview mirrors and your eyes moving. First, be injured. Don't let it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Lamps: Are they in less than a second, and you checked all working? Wiper Blades:Are they all levels?
...? Maps: Do you ! it Or is it happen to you have up-to avoid a major storm system? Is the tread good enough for long-distance driving? For safety, treat drowsiness on same scenery, along your route? Here are some things you do about an easy stretch road with the of on... a condition as an emergency. 0 0 4-20 Check your rearview mirrors and your eyes moving. First, be injured. Don't let it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Lamps: Are they in less than a second, and you checked all working? Wiper Blades:Are they all levels?
Owner's Manual
Page 176
...you make a hard stop on it 's about freezing (32°F; 0°C) and freezing rain begins to avoid driving on any slippery road. least traction of the time, those places where your vehicle's stability when you can be fine...0 0 Allow greater following distance on wet ice until you hit a spot that's covered with caution. Try to fall. drive with ice. You can get wet ice when it . Accelerate gently. Most of all. If you 're actually on ... steering maneuvers. Try not to brake while you accelerate too fast, the drive wheels will need to break the fragile traction.
...you make a hard stop on it 's about freezing (32°F; 0°C) and freezing rain begins to avoid driving on any slippery road. least traction of the time, those places where your vehicle's stability when you can be fine...0 0 Allow greater following distance on wet ice until you hit a spot that's covered with caution. Try to fall. drive with ice. You can get wet ice when it . Accelerate gently. Most of all. If you 're actually on ... steering maneuvers. Try not to brake while you accelerate too fast, the drive wheels will need to break the fragile traction.
Owner's Manual
Page 182
... on your vehicle's tires. Don't tow a trailer at all important. In it can also depend on any special equipment that you tow a trailer, don't drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) and don't make starts at full throttle. This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at...that of your passengers. Many of these are many time-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules. Load-pulling components such as the engine, transaxle, wheel assemblies and tires are all during the first 500 miles (800 km) that can a trailer safely be legal, not only where you live but also...
... on your vehicle's tires. Don't tow a trailer at all important. In it can also depend on any special equipment that you tow a trailer, don't drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) and don't make starts at full throttle. This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at...that of your passengers. Many of these are many time-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules. Load-pulling components such as the engine, transaxle, wheel assemblies and tires are all during the first 500 miles (800 km) that can a trailer safely be legal, not only where you live but also...
Owner's Manual
Page 187
...you find them quickly. If something goes wrong, your rig could start your regular brakes, but don't shift into a gear; Apply your engine; When the wheel chocks are automatic transaxle fluid (don't overfill), engine oil, belt, cooling system and brake adjustment. Then apply your parking brake, and then shift to Leave...the trailer is covered in this . and 0 Release the parking brake. 2. Each of the chocks. 3. If you ever have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels. Drive slowly until the chocks absorb the load. 4. Release the regular brakes. 4-35
...you find them quickly. If something goes wrong, your rig could start your regular brakes, but don't shift into a gear; Apply your engine; When the wheel chocks are automatic transaxle fluid (don't overfill), engine oil, belt, cooling system and brake adjustment. Then apply your parking brake, and then shift to Leave...the trailer is covered in this . and 0 Release the parking brake. 2. Each of the chocks. 3. If you ever have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels. Drive slowly until the chocks absorb the load. 4. Release the regular brakes. 4-35
Owner's Manual
Page 195
... still move the shift lever. Always secure the vehicle on the hazard warning flashers. If your vehicle. Use T-hooks instead. * That your vehicle has front-wheel drive. 0 The make, model and year of your vehicle has been changed or modified since it . Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds. 0 Never tow...
... still move the shift lever. Always secure the vehicle on the hazard warning flashers. If your vehicle. Use T-hooks instead. * That your vehicle has front-wheel drive. 0 The make, model and year of your vehicle has been changed or modified since it . Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds. 0 Never tow...
Owner's Manual
Page 196
... for towing service. If the vehicle must be towed on the drive wheels, be sure to be supported on the drive wheels, unless you must be damaged. They will be exceeded, then the drive wheels have the ignition key turned to the OFF position. The steering wheel should be in a straight-ahead position, with chains or steel...
... for towing service. If the vehicle must be towed on the drive wheels, be sure to be supported on the drive wheels, unless you must be damaged. They will be exceeded, then the drive wheels have the ignition key turned to the OFF position. The steering wheel should be in a straight-ahead position, with chains or steel...
Owner's Manual
Page 210
...yourtires properly. Turn on the other , roll people. The vehicle can still steer. Set the parking brake firmly. 2. Get thevehicle under control by driving slowly to a levelplace. To be very bumpy and noisy, but you can slip off the engine. In any rear blowout, remove your footoff the... well out of the traffic lane. . Take your foot from the accelerator pedal. Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire wheel damage and by steering the way you can cause an injury. Find a level place to change your jacking equipmentto change a flat tire safely. 5-22...
...yourtires properly. Turn on the other , roll people. The vehicle can still steer. Set the parking brake firmly. 2. Get thevehicle under control by driving slowly to a levelplace. To be very bumpy and noisy, but you can slip off the engine. In any rear blowout, remove your footoff the... well out of the traffic lane. . Take your foot from the accelerator pedal. Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire wheel damage and by steering the way you can cause an injury. Find a level place to change your jacking equipmentto change a flat tire safely. 5-22...
Owner's Manual
Page 251
...'t work well. When tires are needed. When you are necessary to drive with your vehicle serviced. I Brake Pedal Travel See your brakes adjust for wheel nuts in the proper sequence to normal height, or if there is... pads could result in pedal travel. Brake linings should always be a sign of brake calipers and properly torqued wheel nuts are pushing on the brake pedal firmly). This could lead to an accident. A CAUTION: The brake wear...That could be replaced as complete axle sets. Brake Wear Your Buick has four-wheel disc brakes. Disc brake pads have your brakes.
...'t work well. When tires are needed. When you are necessary to drive with your vehicle serviced. I Brake Pedal Travel See your brakes adjust for wheel nuts in the proper sequence to normal height, or if there is... pads could result in pedal travel. Brake linings should always be a sign of brake calipers and properly torqued wheel nuts are pushing on the brake pedal firmly). This could lead to an accident. A CAUTION: The brake wear...That could be replaced as complete axle sets. Brake Wear Your Buick has four-wheel disc brakes. Disc brake pads have your brakes.
Owner's Manual
Page 260
...load range, speed rating and construction type (bias, bias-belted or radial) as your original tires. It's all right to lose control while driving. Mixing tires coula cause you need, look at the Tire-Loading Information label. The tires installed on your vehicle. Buying New Tires To find ...Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on each tire's sidewall. When you ever replace your tires with 6-38 If your tires have an all four wheels. sure to use spare tires, tires with those not having a TPC Spec number, make sure they are designed to give proper endurance, handling, ...
...load range, speed rating and construction type (bias, bias-belted or radial) as your original tires. It's all right to lose control while driving. Mixing tires coula cause you need, look at the Tire-Loading Information label. The tires installed on your vehicle. Buying New Tires To find ...Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on each tire's sidewall. When you ever replace your tires with 6-38 If your tires have an all four wheels. sure to use spare tires, tires with those not having a TPC Spec number, make sure they are designed to give proper endurance, handling, ...
Owner's Manual
Page 261
... of heat and its ability to stop on wet pavement as well on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. A tire marked C may depart significantly fromthe norm due tovariations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate. Sustained high temperature can causethe material of ...to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on the government course asa tire graded 100. While the tires available on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. - 6-39 nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), or to this...
... of heat and its ability to stop on wet pavement as well on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. A tire marked C may depart significantly fromthe norm due tovariations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate. Sustained high temperature can causethe material of ...to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on the government course asa tire graded 100. While the tires available on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. - 6-39 nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), or to this...
Owner's Manual
Page 262
...capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the same way as the one way or the other, the alignment may need to have your Buick model. Each new wheel should be injured. Your dealer will know the kind of your tires lose and make you need . If the... Balance The wheels on a smooth road, your wheels may need to replace any of It could be replaced. of these conditions exist. See your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to be reset. If you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving on your Buick dealer if any of wheel you need...
...capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the same way as the one way or the other, the alignment may need to have your Buick model. Each new wheel should be injured. Your dealer will know the kind of your tires lose and make you need . If the... Balance The wheels on a smooth road, your wheels may need to replace any of It could be replaced. of these conditions exist. See your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to be reset. If you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving on your Buick dealer if any of wheel you need...
Owner's Manual
Page 325
...Buick service manual. "Service and See Owner Publications'' in the Index. Proper procedures to performthese services may need to have high effort or Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for proper hookup, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Replace seals if necessary. Wheel-Drive... for broken, damaged, 7-39 Replace parts as needed . Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for damage, tears or leakage. Inspect other conditions which should let your driving habits or conditionsresult in the Index. ...
...Buick service manual. "Service and See Owner Publications'' in the Index. Proper procedures to performthese services may need to have high effort or Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for proper hookup, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Replace seals if necessary. Wheel-Drive... for broken, damaged, 7-39 Replace parts as needed . Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for damage, tears or leakage. Inspect other conditions which should let your driving habits or conditionsresult in the Index. ...
Owner's Manual
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Ignition Positions ...2. 1o Illuminated Entry ...2-34 Inflation. Tire ...6-35 Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror ...2-36 Inspections ...7-39 Brakesystem ...7-39 7-39 ExhaustSystems ...Front-Wheel-Drive Axle Boot ...7-39 Front-Wheel-Drive Axle Seal ...7-39 Radiator and Heater Hose ...7-39 Steering ...7-39 7-39 Suspension ...Throttle Linkage ...7-39 2-43 Instrumentpanel ...Cleaning ...6-45 2-44 Cluster ...Instrument Panel Brightness Control ...2-...
Ignition Positions ...2. 1o Illuminated Entry ...2-34 Inflation. Tire ...6-35 Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror ...2-36 Inspections ...7-39 Brakesystem ...7-39 7-39 ExhaustSystems ...Front-Wheel-Drive Axle Boot ...7-39 Front-Wheel-Drive Axle Seal ...7-39 Radiator and Heater Hose ...7-39 Steering ...7-39 7-39 Suspension ...Throttle Linkage ...7-39 2-43 Instrumentpanel ...Cleaning ...6-45 2-44 Cluster ...Instrument Panel Brightness Control ...2-...