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...or overheated engine. Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to use . 8- 1 Customer Assistance Information This section tells you information on "Reporting Safety Defects" on the Road This section tells what to do if you want to read. etc. (@ 1-1 2-1 The 1997 Buick LeSabre Owner's... Manual Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to keep your Buick running properly and looking good. Maintenance Schedule This section tells you when to perform vehicle ...
...or overheated engine. Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to use . 8- 1 Customer Assistance Information This section tells you information on "Reporting Safety Defects" on the Road This section tells what to do if you want to read. etc. (@ 1-1 2-1 The 1997 Buick LeSabre Owner's... Manual Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to keep your Buick running properly and looking good. Maintenance Schedule This section tells you when to perform vehicle ...
Owner's Manual
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That was the year the o compmy was reorganized, refinzmceda d moved from Detroit to Flint. its beginnings t 1903. Buick has always been a product innovator. Buick engineers developed the William C . (Billy)Durant iv &tee.
That was the year the o compmy was reorganized, refinzmceda d moved from Detroit to Flint. its beginnings t 1903. Buick has always been a product innovator. Buick engineers developed the William C . (Billy)Durant iv &tee.
Owner's Manual
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... that won 500 racing trophies in 1906. The success of Buick engines was visible not only on Buick's Test Hl il First Buick Factory V During World War I Buick drew plenty of premier automobiles, Buick was the only car to complete a 1,000-mile Chicago-to Santiago, Chilein 1914. Buick's endurance and reliability were world famous. However,new General...
... that won 500 racing trophies in 1906. The success of Buick engines was visible not only on Buick's Test Hl il First Buick Factory V During World War I Buick drew plenty of premier automobiles, Buick was the only car to complete a 1,000-mile Chicago-to Santiago, Chilein 1914. Buick's endurance and reliability were world famous. However,new General...
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...)became more massive in the post-war era. 1953 Skylark 1949 Roadmaster Motor Trend magazine named the 1962 Buick Special V-6 "Car of the Year." The first production engine was introduced in the 1948 Roadmaster. Buick's famous "portholes" camealong in 1953. The torque converter automatic transmission, Dynaflow, was used in increased sales. A high-compression...
...)became more massive in the post-war era. 1953 Skylark 1949 Roadmaster Motor Trend magazine named the 1962 Buick Special V-6 "Car of the Year." The first production engine was introduced in the 1948 Roadmaster. Buick's famous "portholes" camealong in 1953. The torque converter automatic transmission, Dynaflow, was used in increased sales. A high-compression...
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... symbols you may see: DOOR LOCK UNLOCK e TURN SIGNALS e WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER COOLANT TEMP BAllERY CHARGING SYSTEM h FUSE LIGHTER BRAKE ( ) k3 0 HORN SPEAKER I .':**o WINDOW DEFOGGER * ,111, ** ENGINE OIL PRESSURE e, (@) FUEL FOG LAMPS #0 m b VENTILATING FAN ' ANTI-LOCK BRAKES
... symbols you may see: DOOR LOCK UNLOCK e TURN SIGNALS e WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER COOLANT TEMP BAllERY CHARGING SYSTEM h FUSE LIGHTER BRAKE ( ) k3 0 HORN SPEAKER I .':**o WINDOW DEFOGGER * ,111, ** ENGINE OIL PRESSURE e, (@) FUEL FOG LAMPS #0 m b VENTILATING FAN ' ANTI-LOCK BRAKES
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... Door Security Lock Remote Keyless Entry System Trunk Trunk Lid Theft Universal Theft-Deterrent PASS-Key@I1 New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater Automatic Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK (P) 2-30 2-31 2-31 2-32 2-33 2-33 2-34 2-34 2-41 2-44 ... Your Engine While You're Parked Windows Horn Tilt Wheel Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Exterior Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Ashtrays and Cigareite-Lghter . . and what to do if you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Buick, and...
... Door Security Lock Remote Keyless Entry System Trunk Trunk Lid Theft Universal Theft-Deterrent PASS-Key@I1 New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater Automatic Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK (P) 2-30 2-31 2-31 2-32 2-33 2-33 2-34 2-34 2-41 2-44 ... Your Engine While You're Parked Windows Horn Tilt Wheel Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Exterior Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Ashtrays and Cigareite-Lghter . . and what to do if you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Buick, and...
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... interference, and (2) this feature by holding the power door lock switch for more than three seconds, unless the engine is subject to 30 feet (9 m) away using the remote keylessentry transmitter supplied with your Buick has this device must acceptany interferenc.e received, including interferencethat may also use the lock button on the remote...
... interference, and (2) this feature by holding the power door lock switch for more than three seconds, unless the engine is subject to 30 feet (9 m) away using the remote keylessentry transmitter supplied with your Buick has this device must acceptany interferenc.e received, including interferencethat may also use the lock button on the remote...
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... open orif lid electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the trunk lid: Make sure all See "Engine Exhaust" in the Index. To secure the trunk, turn off position. 2-14 all windows are shut. It can 't see or smell CO. Turn the fan...
... open orif lid electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the trunk lid: Make sure all See "Engine Exhaust" in the Index. To secure the trunk, turn off position. 2-14 all windows are shut. It can 't see or smell CO. Turn the fan...
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... system locking the doors by window down thevehicle's starter and fuel systems. For about minutes, the starter three won't work and fuel won't go the engine. To reduce the possibility theft, always activate the of the vehicle, close the door and wait for the SECURITY in your vehicle again uses another...
... system locking the doors by window down thevehicle's starter and fuel systems. For about minutes, the starter three won't work and fuel won't go the engine. To reduce the possibility theft, always activate the of the vehicle, close the door and wait for the SECURITY in your vehicle again uses another...
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... or wet. See your engine if you lose or damage a PASS-Key I1 ignition key, see "Fuses and Circuit Breakers" in the ignition or the enginemay not start. T 2-18 Turn the ignition off . If the starter won 't work, and the SECURITY light will be able torestart your Buick dealer or a locksmith who... dry the key. The ignition key must be serviced by the PASS-Key I1 system. Your PASS-Key T system, however, is not protected by your Buick dealer ora locksmith who can service the PASS-Key I1 to be clean and dry, wait about three minutes and try another ignition key. If...
... or wet. See your engine if you lose or damage a PASS-Key I1 ignition key, see "Fuses and Circuit Breakers" in the ignition or the enginemay not start. T 2-18 Turn the ignition off . If the starter won 't work, and the SECURITY light will be able torestart your Buick dealer or a locksmith who... dry the key. The ignition key must be serviced by the PASS-Key I1 system. Your PASS-Key T system, however, is not protected by your Buick dealer ora locksmith who can service the PASS-Key I1 to be clean and dry, wait about three minutes and try another ignition key. If...
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...'t tow a trailer during break-in guideline every time you get new brake linings. To use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off. Ignition Positions With the ignition key in the key and turn the switch to five different positions. C -- -- See "Towing a Trailer'' in... speed fast or 500 miles (805 km). Hard stops with new linings can turn it toward you. New Vehicle "Break-In" NOTICE: Your modern Buick doesn't need an elaborate "break-in." But it will remain locked, just as it was before you inserted the key. 2-19 Your steering wheel...
...'t tow a trailer during break-in guideline every time you get new brake linings. To use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off. Ignition Positions With the ignition key in the key and turn the switch to five different positions. C -- -- See "Towing a Trailer'' in... speed fast or 500 miles (805 km). Hard stops with new linings can turn it toward you. New Vehicle "Break-In" NOTICE: Your modern Buick doesn't need an elaborate "break-in." But it will remain locked, just as it was before you inserted the key. 2-19 Your steering wheel...
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...'t turn the only with your ignition, steering wheel and transaxle. RUN (D): The switch returns to operate your key in the ignition, in motion while the engine is not running , you can remove the key. START (E): This position starts your key seems stuckin LOCK and you start your...'t lock the steering wheel like LOCK and it doesn't send any electrical power to force it , be sure you turn off the engine but still turn the key hard. Even when the engine is not running . Key Reminder Warning If you will move to display some instrument panel warning lights. When the...
...'t turn the only with your ignition, steering wheel and transaxle. RUN (D): The switch returns to operate your key in the ignition, in motion while the engine is not running , you can remove the key. START (E): This position starts your key seems stuckin LOCK and you start your...'t lock the steering wheel like LOCK and it doesn't send any electrical power to force it , be sure you turn off the engine but still turn the key hard. Even when the engine is not running . Key Reminder Warning If you will move to display some instrument panel warning lights. When the...
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... but then stops again, do , you 're already moving . If you do the same thing, but then stops), it there as your Buick is stopped. 1. Try pushing your engine still won 't start (or starts but this time keep the pedal down as you hold your key in any other position -- To restart... when you could be to drained much gasoline. Your engine won 't start in START for five or six seconds. If your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it could damage the...
... but then stops again, do , you 're already moving . If you do the same thing, but then stops), it there as your Buick is stopped. 1. Try pushing your engine still won 't start (or starts but this time keep the pedal down as you hold your key in any other position -- To restart... when you could be to drained much gasoline. Your engine won 't start in START for five or six seconds. If your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it could damage the...
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... with the electronics in yourvehicle. See "Towing Your Vehicle" in a minimum of this manual thattells how to do it without damaging your engine might not perform properly. If you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see the part of four hours prior to starting and better... fuel economy during engine warm-up. If you could change the way the engine operates. You'll get easier starting your vehicle. 2-22 NOTICE: Your engine is designed to work with your dealer. Engine Coolant Heater (Option) In very cold weather, 0°F (-...
... with the electronics in yourvehicle. See "Towing Your Vehicle" in a minimum of this manual thattells how to do it without damaging your engine might not perform properly. If you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see the part of four hours prior to starting and better... fuel economy during engine warm-up. If you could change the way the engine operates. You'll get easier starting your vehicle. 2-22 NOTICE: Your engine is designed to work with your dealer. Engine Coolant Heater (Option) In very cold weather, 0°F (-...
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Before starting the engine, be parking your Buick dealer in ? Instead of trying to keep the coolant heater plugged ...prong extension cord rated for you that you contact your vehicle. To Use the Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 4. I Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could be damaged. If you 'll be sure to unplug...cord could be seriously injured. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. 3. Plug it away from moving engine parts. Plug the cord into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet. Automatic Transaxle Operation Your automatic transaxle has...
Before starting the engine, be parking your Buick dealer in ? Instead of trying to keep the coolant heater plugged ...prong extension cord rated for you that you contact your vehicle. To Use the Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 4. I Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could be damaged. If you 'll be sure to unplug...cord could be seriously injured. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. 3. Plug it away from moving engine parts. Plug the cord into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet. Automatic Transaxle Operation Your automatic transaxle has...
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... unlessyou have to back up. See "Shifting Out of shift lever is in the Index. To rock your regular brakes before starting the engine. Your Buick has a Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI). If you maintain brake application. NOTICE: Shifting to REVERSE (R) only after yourvehicle is moving forward could... PARK (P) as you 're pulling a trailer, see "Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow" in PARK (P) range before you start your engine because your transaxle. If you wish. Then move easily. It's the best position to use when you can move the shift lever to get out...
... unlessyou have to back up. See "Shifting Out of shift lever is in the Index. To rock your regular brakes before starting the engine. Your Buick has a Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI). If you maintain brake application. NOTICE: Shifting to REVERSE (R) only after yourvehicle is moving forward could... PARK (P) as you 're pulling a trailer, see "Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow" in PARK (P) range before you start your engine because your transaxle. If you wish. Then move easily. It's the best position to use when you can move the shift lever to get out...
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... or NEUTRAL(N) while your foot firmly on hilly, winding roads. NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your vehicle is for normal driving. Unless your engine is "racing" (running at high speed) is less shifting between gears. You could move very rapidly. Here are some times you 're already... moving, use NEUTRAL (N) when your engine doesn't connect with the engine racing isn't coveredby your engineis racing. To restart when you might choose THIRD (3) instead of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL(N) with the...
... or NEUTRAL(N) while your foot firmly on hilly, winding roads. NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your vehicle is for normal driving. Unless your engine is "racing" (running at high speed) is less shifting between gears. You could move very rapidly. Here are some times you 're already... moving, use NEUTRAL (N) when your engine doesn't connect with the engine racing isn't coveredby your engineis racing. To restart when you might choose THIRD (3) instead of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL(N) with the...
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... won't move suddenly.You or others could be dangerous to get of your right foot and set the parking brake. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can be injured. Hold the brake pedal down with the parking brake firmlyset. Your vehiclecan roll. Shifting Into PARK (P) 2. If you 're...
... won't move suddenly.You or others could be dangerous to get of your right foot and set the parking brake. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can be injured. Hold the brake pedal down with the parking brake firmlyset. Your vehiclecan roll. Shifting Into PARK (P) 2. If you 're...
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... not fully in PARK (P) with you can leave your vehiclewith the ignition key in your hand, your vehicleis in PARK (P) and your vehiclewith the engine running ,it . Move the lever up as far as it with the parking brake firmly And, if you set before you . Your vehicle could... You overheat and even catch fire. If you . Don't leave your vehicle with the engine running unlessyou have to leave vehicle with the engine running , be sure your the engine running. Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running It can be injured. Remove the key and take it will go. 3. After ...
... not fully in PARK (P) with you can leave your vehiclewith the ignition key in your hand, your vehicleis in PARK (P) and your vehiclewith the engine running ,it . Move the lever up as far as it with the parking brake firmly And, if you set before you . Your vehicle could... You overheat and even catch fire. If you . Don't leave your vehicle with the engine running unlessyou have to leave vehicle with the engine running , be sure your the engine running. Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running It can be injured. Remove the key and take it will go. 3. After ...
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... gets rusty underneath. 0 Your vehicle was damaged in if: 0 Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. Engine exhaust can burn. Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly. Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust Things mat can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite.Don't park...
... gets rusty underneath. 0 Your vehicle was damaged in if: 0 Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. Engine exhaust can burn. Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly. Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust Things mat can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite.Don't park...