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.... 1-1 2-1 3-1 4-1 YourDrivingandtheRoad Here you'll find something of in you how to drive under different conditions. The 1996 Buick Roadmaster Owner's Manual ...This section tells you how to get service publications. to Comfort Controls and Audio Systems ...Seats and Restraint...can use . i road ProblemsontheRoad This section tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving, such astire or flat a overheated engine, etc. ... 5-1 6-1 7-1 8-1 9-1 ...Maintenanceschedule ...This section tells you information on "Reporting Safety Defects" on page 8-7. explains "SRS" ...
.... 1-1 2-1 3-1 4-1 YourDrivingandtheRoad Here you'll find something of in you how to drive under different conditions. The 1996 Buick Roadmaster Owner's Manual ...This section tells you how to get service publications. to Comfort Controls and Audio Systems ...Seats and Restraint...can use . i road ProblemsontheRoad This section tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving, such astire or flat a overheated engine, etc. ... 5-1 6-1 7-1 8-1 9-1 ...Maintenanceschedule ...This section tells you information on "Reporting Safety Defects" on page 8-7. explains "SRS" ...
Owner's Manual
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... it General Motors. On Buick's success, Durant created a holding company, September 16, 1908.He called a Buick in promoting his engineer, apparently built the first auto to Flint. Buick engineers developed the iv David Buick was building gasoline engines by 1899, and Man, his Buicks across the country using Durant...buggy business to 1903. At the 1905 New York Auto Show, Durant took orders for 1,000 Buicks before the company had 'built 40. Walter Marr and Thomas Buick Buick's chief engineer, Walter Marr (left), and L. That was the year the William C. (Billy)Durant company was...
... it General Motors. On Buick's success, Durant created a holding company, September 16, 1908.He called a Buick in promoting his engineer, apparently built the first auto to Flint. Buick engineers developed the iv David Buick was building gasoline engines by 1899, and Man, his Buicks across the country using Durant...buggy business to 1903. At the 1905 New York Auto Show, Durant took orders for 1,000 Buicks before the company had 'built 40. Walter Marr and Thomas Buick Buick's chief engineer, Walter Marr (left), and L. That was the year the William C. (Billy)Durant company was...
Owner's Manual
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...New York race in 1914. However, new General Manager Harlow H. Buick drew plenty attention because it could climb of Buick engines was visible not only on h i m s Test Hl il First Buick Factory V Buick's endurance and reliability were worldfamous. Buick was the only car to complete a 1,000-mile Chicago-to ... Chile in 1906. Durant also created a racing team that so one Buick ambulance was awarded Croix de Guerre the by the Great Depression. The success of hills and run through mud like no other car. Curtice created popular new models including the Special and the Roadmaster.
...New York race in 1914. However, new General Manager Harlow H. Buick drew plenty attention because it could climb of Buick engines was visible not only on h i m s Test Hl il First Buick Factory V Buick's endurance and reliability were worldfamous. Buick was the only car to complete a 1,000-mile Chicago-to ... Chile in 1906. Durant also created a racing team that so one Buick ambulance was awarded Croix de Guerre the by the Great Depression. The success of hills and run through mud like no other car. Curtice created popular new models including the Special and the Roadmaster.
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... SPARKS OR FLAMES SPARK OR FLAME COULD EXPLODE BATTERY I n FASTEN SEAT BELTS BRAKE ( ) k3 0 HORN SPEAKER COOLANT POWER WINDOW DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS "' .'**D*o WINDOW DEFOGGER ,1, 11 ENGINE OIL PRESSURE e, (@) FUEL FOG LAMPS #0 c> rn VENTILATING FAN ANTI-LOCK BRAKES x
... SPARKS OR FLAMES SPARK OR FLAME COULD EXPLODE BATTERY I n FASTEN SEAT BELTS BRAKE ( ) k3 0 HORN SPEAKER COOLANT POWER WINDOW DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS "' .'**D*o WINDOW DEFOGGER ,1, 11 ENGINE OIL PRESSURE e, (@) FUEL FOG LAMPS #0 c> rn VENTILATING FAN ANTI-LOCK BRAKES x
Owner's Manual
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You can cause unconsciousness even death. That will force outsideair into your heating orcooling system to open the trunk from inside your vehicle. the See "Engine Exhaust" in the Index. See "Comfort Controls" in the Index. Trunk Remote Trunk Release The security switchin the glove box must be €or ON ...
You can cause unconsciousness even death. That will force outsideair into your heating orcooling system to open the trunk from inside your vehicle. the See "Engine Exhaust" in the Index. See "Comfort Controls" in the Index. Trunk Remote Trunk Release The security switchin the glove box must be €or ON ...
Owner's Manual
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... or window: 0 Make sure all windows are shut. 0 Turn the fan on your vehicle. See "Comfort Controls" in . Then connections must first be unlocked. See "Engine Exhaust'' inthe Index. I The tailgate and tailgate window must pass through the seal between raise the window. It can unlatch and even death. That will...
... or window: 0 Make sure all windows are shut. 0 Turn the fan on your vehicle. See "Comfort Controls" in . Then connections must first be unlocked. See "Engine Exhaust'' inthe Index. I The tailgate and tailgate window must pass through the seal between raise the window. It can unlatch and even death. That will...
Owner's Manual
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...) theft-deterrent system. If the starter won 't work withthe other key, your vehicle doesstart, the first ignition key may be dirty or wet. If the engine does not start . If the starter still won 't work , and key appears the to make match. At this time, the vehicle will not start your... Buick dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key II. Turn the ignition off. PASS-Key 1 uses a resistor pellet in the ignition or the engine may not start and the PASS KEY light comes on duringthis time. See...
...) theft-deterrent system. If the starter won 't work withthe other key, your vehicle doesstart, the first ignition key may be dirty or wet. If the engine does not start . If the starter still won 't work , and key appears the to make match. At this time, the vehicle will not start your... Buick dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key II. Turn the ignition off. PASS-Key 1 uses a resistor pellet in the ignition or the engine may not start and the PASS KEY light comes on duringthis time. See...
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... must serviced be able to wait three minutes before trying another ignition key. If you lose or damage a PASS-Key ignition key, see I1 your Buick dealer or a locksmith who can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake linings. 0 Don't tow... brake linings aren't yet broken in ." But it off. Hard stops with new linings can service the PASS-Key I1 to have to restart your engine if you turn it will perform betterin the long run if you followthese guidelines: Keep your speed at any one speed -- If you accidentally use...
... must serviced be able to wait three minutes before trying another ignition key. If you lose or damage a PASS-Key ignition key, see I1 your Buick dealer or a locksmith who can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake linings. 0 Don't tow... brake linings aren't yet broken in ." But it off. Hard stops with new linings can service the PASS-Key I1 to have to restart your engine if you turn it will perform betterin the long run if you followthese guidelines: Keep your speed at any one speed -- If you accidentally use...
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...you can't turn it, be inthe LOCK position. as it is the only position '. 2-15 NOTICE: If your vehicle motion whiie in the engine is off . Your steering wheel will be sure it could break the key or the ignition switch. LOCK (B): Before you put the key your... your electrical accessories, such the radio and e m t i o n fan. To use things like the radio andthe windshield wipers when the engine is all theway in. But turn thekey hard. This position locks your engine. START (E): This key position starts your ignition, steering wheel and transmission. A E Note that even if...
...you can't turn it, be inthe LOCK position. as it is the only position '. 2-15 NOTICE: If your vehicle motion whiie in the engine is off . Your steering wheel will be sure it could break the key or the ignition switch. LOCK (B): Before you put the key your... your electrical accessories, such the radio and e m t i o n fan. To use things like the radio andthe windshield wipers when the engine is all theway in. But turn thekey hard. This position locks your engine. START (E): This key position starts your ignition, steering wheel and transmission. A E Note that even if...
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...motor. 2. Shift to help avoid draining your vehicle is moving , use NEUTRAL (N) only. Starting Your Engine Move yourshift lever to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage your engine in START longer than for NOTICE: Don't try to PARK(P) only when your battery. for 15 seconds...pedal, turn the ignition key to PARK if yourh i c k (P) is stopped. Wait about15 seconds between each try to shift to START. When the engine starts,let go of the key andlet up on the accelerator pedal. NOTICE: Holding your key in very cold weather (below 0°F or -18"C), ...
...motor. 2. Shift to help avoid draining your vehicle is moving , use NEUTRAL (N) only. Starting Your Engine Move yourshift lever to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage your engine in START longer than for NOTICE: Don't try to PARK(P) only when your battery. for 15 seconds...pedal, turn the ignition key to PARK if yourh i c k (P) is stopped. Wait about15 seconds between each try to shift to START. When the engine starts,let go of the key andlet up on the accelerator pedal. NOTICE: Holding your key in very cold weather (below 0°F or -18"C), ...
Owner's Manual
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... cordwon't reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for about three seconds. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. If you add electrical parts oraccessories, you ever have to starting and better fuel economy duringengine warm-up. 2. Usually, the coolant... heater should be seriouslyinjured. Turn off the engine. 2. Plugging the cord into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet. You'll geteasier starting your vehicle. If the vehicle starts ...
... cordwon't reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for about three seconds. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. If you add electrical parts oraccessories, you ever have to starting and better fuel economy duringengine warm-up. 2. Usually, the coolant... heater should be seriouslyinjured. Turn off the engine. 2. Plugging the cord into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet. You'll geteasier starting your vehicle. If the vehicle starts ...
Owner's Manual
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... we ask that particular area. Instead of oil you the best advice for your transmission drive shaft. How long should you start your engine because your vehicle.The dealer cangive you have, and some other things. PARK (P): This locks your shift lever. Automatic Transmission Operation There... are several different positions for that you contact your Buick dealer in ? It's the best position to keep the coolant heater plugged in area where you'll be damaged. you 've used...
... we ask that particular area. Instead of oil you the best advice for your transmission drive shaft. How long should you start your engine because your vehicle.The dealer cangive you have, and some other things. PARK (P): This locks your shift lever. Automatic Transmission Operation There... are several different positions for that you contact your Buick dealer in ? It's the best position to keep the coolant heater plugged in area where you'll be damaged. you 've used...
Owner's Manual
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...you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure onthe shift lever-- Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is Don't leaveyour vehicle when the engine running , thevehicle can move the shift lever to BARK (P). To be You or others could damage yourtransmission. to NOTICE: Shifting to REVERSE (R) ...while your vehicle is moving forward could injured. or 2-19 Ensure the shift lever fully in PARK (P) range before is starting the engine.Your Buick has a brake-transmission shift interlock.You have to. It is dangel 1s to get out of snow, to ice or sand without damaging ...
...you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure onthe shift lever-- Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is Don't leaveyour vehicle when the engine running , thevehicle can move the shift lever to BARK (P). To be You or others could damage yourtransmission. to NOTICE: Shifting to REVERSE (R) ...while your vehicle is moving forward could injured. or 2-19 Ensure the shift lever fully in PARK (P) range before is starting the engine.Your Buick has a brake-transmission shift interlock.You have to. It is dangel 1s to get out of snow, to ice or sand without damaging ...
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... steps that follow. That section explains what to do first to overheat. You or otherscould be sure yourvehicle won't move suddenly. You may have leftthe engine running, the vehicle can cause your vehicle. , , - &:& me towing a trailer and parking on any hill, you 're on can move , even when you are see...
... steps that follow. That section explains what to do first to overheat. You or otherscould be sure yourvehicle won't move suddenly. You may have leftthe engine running, the vehicle can cause your vehicle. , , - &:& me towing a trailer and parking on any hill, you 're on can move , even when you are see...
Owner's Manual
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... Eneine F nnine Torque Lock 2-24 with the To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly before you leave the engine running , be sure your vehicleis in force /!\ CAU I ION: the transmission. Thisis called "torque lock." It can ,it means it that the shift lever ...wasn't fully locked into position, hold the regular brake pedal down. And, if you f shift lever out leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could You be dangerous to drive, move the shift lever away PARK (P) from the transmission, you can pull the shift so lever out...
... Eneine F nnine Torque Lock 2-24 with the To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly before you leave the engine running , be sure your vehicleis in force /!\ CAU I ION: the transmission. Thisis called "torque lock." It can ,it means it that the shift lever ...wasn't fully locked into position, hold the regular brake pedal down. And, if you f shift lever out leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could You be dangerous to drive, move the shift lever away PARK (P) from the transmission, you can pull the shift so lever out...
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... sure your parking brake and move the shift lever to the shift lever not fillyin PARK (P) with the is running unless you 've left the engine running, the vehicle can move . If you are on a hill and if you're pulling a trailer, also see "Towing a Trailer" in the Index. The... the switch towardDN. They control each of your vehicle won 'tmove, even whenyou're on fairly level ground, always set . Don't leaveyour vehicle when the engine is parking brake firmly Your vehicle can roll. See "Shifting Into PARK (P)" in the Index. To open a window, move the switch towardUP. 2-27 If ...
... sure your parking brake and move the shift lever to the shift lever not fillyin PARK (P) with the is running unless you 've left the engine running, the vehicle can move . If you are on a hill and if you're pulling a trailer, also see "Towing a Trailer" in the Index. The... the switch towardDN. They control each of your vehicle won 'tmove, even whenyou're on fairly level ground, always set . Don't leaveyour vehicle when the engine is parking brake firmly Your vehicle can roll. See "Shifting Into PARK (P)" in the Index. To open a window, move the switch towardUP. 2-27 If ...
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... the LIGHTS switch all the way tothe left. Front Reading Lamps Front seat reading lamps turned on about for two seconds. a If you start your engine. Lamps These courtesy lampsturn on . These lamps go off automaticallyafter will turn them off are the switches located on . Pressthe bottom of the switch. They...
... the LIGHTS switch all the way tothe left. Front Reading Lamps Front seat reading lamps turned on about for two seconds. a If you start your engine. Lamps These courtesy lampsturn on . These lamps go off automaticallyafter will turn them off are the switches located on . Pressthe bottom of the switch. They...
Owner's Manual
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... then,have it fixed so it comes on when you are driving with a compact spare tire. Then start your engine and may also come on again when you're driving, your Buick needs service. Anti-Lock BrakeSystem Warning Light With the anti-lock brake system, this light will be ready to warn... light should come on when you start theengine again to the RUN. ANTI LOCK If the light stays on briefly when you 're driving, your Buick needs service. See "Brake System Warning Light" earlier in this part. 2-57
... then,have it fixed so it comes on when you are driving with a compact spare tire. Then start your engine and may also come on again when you're driving, your Buick needs service. Anti-Lock BrakeSystem Warning Light With the anti-lock brake system, this light will be ready to warn... light should come on when you start theengine again to the RUN. ANTI LOCK If the light stays on briefly when you 're driving, your Buick needs service. See "Brake System Warning Light" earlier in this part. 2-57
Owner's Manual
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.... If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull the road,stop your off vehicle and turn the engine off the engine as soonas possible. If the gage pointei moves into the red area, yourengine is too hot! In "Problems on asa bulb check ...when you start your engine coolant has overheated. See "Engine Overheating" in the Index. 2-58 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light This light comes on the Road," this manual shows you what to do.See...
.... If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull the road,stop your off vehicle and turn the engine off the engine as soonas possible. If the gage pointei moves into the red area, yourengine is too hot! In "Problems on asa bulb check ...when you start your engine coolant has overheated. See "Engine Overheating" in the Index. 2-58 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light This light comes on the Road," this manual shows you what to do.See...
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Low Coolant Warning Light If you have this light and it comes on, the system is equipped with a computer which monitors operationof the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. 2-59 Malfunction IndicatorLamp (Service Engine Soon Light) LOW COOLANT LEVEL CHECK SERVICE 'ENGINE SOON Canada Domestic Your Buick is low on coolant and the engine may overheat.
Low Coolant Warning Light If you have this light and it comes on, the system is equipped with a computer which monitors operationof the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. 2-59 Malfunction IndicatorLamp (Service Engine Soon Light) LOW COOLANT LEVEL CHECK SERVICE 'ENGINE SOON Canada Domestic Your Buick is low on coolant and the engine may overheat.