Owner's Manual
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...-in the Index for more information. -- -- 2-13 See "Towing a Trailer" in . your dealerfor service. time you turn the engine However, if off. may need service.See your Buick dealer service. In an emergency, the Buick Roadside Assistance call Follow this time If the THEF'TSYSTEM light comes while the... engine on , you will beable to "break-in." But it will gooff after the engine is running, a problem has been detected the system and may also want to check You the slow...
...-in the Index for more information. -- -- 2-13 See "Towing a Trailer" in . your dealerfor service. time you turn the engine However, if off. may need service.See your Buick dealer service. In an emergency, the Buick Roadside Assistance call Follow this time If the THEF'TSYSTEM light comes while the... engine on , you will beable to "break-in." But it will gooff after the engine is running, a problem has been detected the system and may also want to check You the slow...
Owner's Manual
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...your vehicle. Do this time keep the pedal about one-quarter the way down of the key. 2-16 This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. If you could be flooded with your ignition key toSTART. I 1 NOTICE: Holding yourkey in START for longer than 15 seconds at a ...accelerator pedal all the way to do the same thing, but then stops), it without damaging yourvehicle. Before adding electrical equipment, check with too much gasoline. When the engine starts, let go of for about three seconds. Try pushing your starter motor. 3. The speed will cause yourbattery tobe drainedmuch ...
...your vehicle. Do this time keep the pedal about one-quarter the way down of the key. 2-16 This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. If you could be flooded with your ignition key toSTART. I 1 NOTICE: Holding yourkey in START for longer than 15 seconds at a ...accelerator pedal all the way to do the same thing, but then stops), it without damaging yourvehicle. Before adding electrical equipment, check with too much gasoline. When the engine starts, let go of for about three seconds. Try pushing your starter motor. 3. The speed will cause yourbattery tobe drainedmuch ...
Owner's Manual
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... willgo down as you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see the partof this manual thattells how to do it without damaging your engine won't start(or starts but then stops), it key START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery tobe drained... much gasoline. NOTICE: Your engine is designed to 15 seconds. See "Towing Your Vehicle'' in it could change the way the engine operates.Before adding electrical equipment, check with the electronics in START for up to work with your starter motor. 2. ...
... willgo down as you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see the partof this manual thattells how to do it without damaging your engine won't start(or starts but then stops), it key START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery tobe drained... much gasoline. NOTICE: Your engine is designed to 15 seconds. See "Towing Your Vehicle'' in it could change the way the engine operates.Before adding electrical equipment, check with the electronics in START for up to work with your starter motor. 2. ...
Owner's Manual
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...shows of the warning lights comes on and stays on the next few pages, some warning lights comeon briefly when you start the engine just to do repairs be a problem, check the section that tells yo what todo about it. Often gages and warning lights work together tolet you how fast the... engine is a problem with one of there may be costly -- and even can indicate when there may be alarmed when this manual's advice. They...
...shows of the warning lights comes on and stays on the next few pages, some warning lights comeon briefly when you start the engine just to do repairs be a problem, check the section that tells yo what todo about it. Often gages and warning lights work together tolet you how fast the... engine is a problem with one of there may be costly -- and even can indicate when there may be alarmed when this manual's advice. They...
Owner's Manual
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... about 55 seconds. For more information the air bag system, see on when youare driving, youra r bag i system may not work properly. Have your engine, and it will flash for tells you the start your vehicle serviced right away. is ready. If the driver's belt is already buckled, neither the... readiness light should go out. the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. This light will come on and stay on . The system checks the air bag's electrical system malfunctions. If the to light doesn't come on for about20 seconds, then it will flashfor about eight seconds to ...
... about 55 seconds. For more information the air bag system, see on when youare driving, youra r bag i system may not work properly. Have your engine, and it will flash for tells you the start your vehicle serviced right away. is ready. If the driver's belt is already buckled, neither the... readiness light should go out. the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. This light will come on and stay on . The system checks the air bag's electrical system malfunctions. If the to light doesn't come on for about20 seconds, then it will flashfor about eight seconds to ...
Owner's Manual
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... means that your vehicle and turn the engine as soon as possible. If See "Engine Coolant" in the Index. 2-61 your engine coolant has overheated. Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature.If the gage pointer moves ...into the red area, your vehicle under normal signs of steam, see "Engine Overheating"in the Index driving conditions, you In "Problemson the Road," this light comes and ... off you should promptly be pulledoff the road and the coolant level checked. If there are visible you have been operating your engine is too hot.
... means that your vehicle and turn the engine as soon as possible. If See "Engine Coolant" in the Index. 2-61 your engine coolant has overheated. Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature.If the gage pointer moves ...into the red area, your vehicle under normal signs of steam, see "Engine Overheating"in the Index driving conditions, you In "Problemson the Road," this light comes and ... off you should promptly be pulledoff the road and the coolant level checked. If there are visible you have been operating your engine is too hot.
Owner's Manual
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...service center diagnosis comes onto indicate that there is a problem and service and service is required. is required. on and the engine is not running. This light should come on your vehicle. An emission control system system before any malfunction. If the light doesn...be to produce cleaner detected. in one of two ways: Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) Your Buickis equipped with a computer which monitors operationof the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. I NOTICE: ' CHECK ENGINE If you is on, it This lightwill also comeon during a malfunction in ...
...service center diagnosis comes onto indicate that there is a problem and service and service is required. is required. on and the engine is not running. This light should come on your vehicle. An emission control system system before any malfunction. If the light doesn...be to produce cleaner detected. in one of two ways: Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) Your Buickis equipped with a computer which monitors operationof the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. I NOTICE: ' CHECK ENGINE If you is on, it This lightwill also comeon during a malfunction in ...
Owner's Manual
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... Poor quality will allowfuel to fuel your vehicle. It will be wet. If the light is safe to your dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle. turn off . of If so, be sure to evaporate into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration. (...continues toflash, when it is warmed up.) will requireleast one or moreof these conditions, change thefuel brand you recently fuel into your fuel engine not torun as efficiently as stalling after start-up, stalling when you are towing a trailer, reduce amount of the proper fuel to ...
... Poor quality will allowfuel to fuel your vehicle. It will be wet. If the light is safe to your dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle. turn off . of If so, be sure to evaporate into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration. (...continues toflash, when it is warmed up.) will requireleast one or moreof these conditions, change thefuel brand you recently fuel into your fuel engine not torun as efficiently as stalling after start-up, stalling when you are towing a trailer, reduce amount of the proper fuel to ...
Owner's Manual
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...off . oil Don't keep drivingif the oil pressure is not covered by your engine properly. In addition, if you makea hard stop sign, the light may come on briefly, which normal and is doesn't showa problem: 0 As a bulb check, the light comes on when you turn your s vehicle serviced. If you do..., your engine can become so hot that it means oil isn't going through your warranty. 2-64 But, when thiscomes on...
...off . oil Don't keep drivingif the oil pressure is not covered by your engine properly. In addition, if you makea hard stop sign, the light may come on briefly, which normal and is doesn't showa problem: 0 As a bulb check, the light comes on when you turn your s vehicle serviced. If you do..., your engine can become so hot that it means oil isn't going through your warranty. 2-64 But, when thiscomes on...
Owner's Manual
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the vehicle fails to start, see "Passlock" I €the light flashes,the Passlock System has entered a tamper mode. I € in the hdex. Check Oil Light(3100 Engine Only) Passlock Warning Light T h i s light will come on CHECK OIL THEFT SYSTEM briefly when-you turn the key toward the START position The light will stay on until the vehicle starts.
the vehicle fails to start, see "Passlock" I €the light flashes,the Passlock System has entered a tamper mode. I € in the hdex. Check Oil Light(3100 Engine Only) Passlock Warning Light T h i s light will come on CHECK OIL THEFT SYSTEM briefly when-you turn the key toward the START position The light will stay on until the vehicle starts.
Owner's Manual
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At the gas station, the gas pump shutsoff before the gage readsFULL (F). fill CHECK GAGES The gage may have indicated half fuU, but it . You need to indicated. or ...when you are four concerns some owners have a little fuel left. CRUISE Check Gages Light This light will come on . Here are starting the engine. When you turn the engine off, the gage doesn't goall the way back to it took more ... EMPTY (E), you set your vehicle. . - Cruise Light The CRUISE light comes on while youdriving, check your t& It works only when the engine is in the warning zones.
At the gas station, the gas pump shutsoff before the gage readsFULL (F). fill CHECK GAGES The gage may have indicated half fuU, but it . You need to indicated. or ...when you are four concerns some owners have a little fuel left. CRUISE Check Gages Light This light will come on . Here are starting the engine. When you turn the engine off, the gage doesn't goall the way back to it took more ... EMPTY (E), you set your vehicle. . - Cruise Light The CRUISE light comes on while youdriving, check your t& It works only when the engine is in the warning zones.
Owner's Manual
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...player that you have used your vehicle's of the tape player. Your radio maydisplay CLN to check Federal rules covering mobileradio and telephone units. -- 3-25 So, before adding sound equipment, check with your vehicle =- like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way ...not operate f properly or may interfere with the operationof sound equipmentthat has been added improperly. Added sound equipment may cause failure of engine, Delcoradio or other cassette has improvement no in cases awayfrom contaminants, direct sunlight and extreme heat.I you can add what you ...
...player that you have used your vehicle's of the tape player. Your radio maydisplay CLN to check Federal rules covering mobileradio and telephone units. -- 3-25 So, before adding sound equipment, check with your vehicle =- like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way ...not operate f properly or may interfere with the operationof sound equipmentthat has been added improperly. Added sound equipment may cause failure of engine, Delcoradio or other cassette has improvement no in cases awayfrom contaminants, direct sunlight and extreme heat.I you can add what you ...
Owner's Manual
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...Tall buildings or hills can interfere with the operation of your vehicle's engine, Delco radio or other . Your vehicle's systems mayinterfere with the ... until you hear comfortably and clearly. 1 FM stereo will reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to check Federal rules be sure you can adapt to do it . -- -- Try reducing the treble to reduce this... want. The longer range, however, can be loud and harmful to a safe sound level before adding sound equipment, check with each other systems, and even damage them. I you it properly. Sound that has been added improperly. Increase ...
...Tall buildings or hills can interfere with the operation of your vehicle's engine, Delco radio or other . Your vehicle's systems mayinterfere with the ... until you hear comfortably and clearly. 1 FM stereo will reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to check Federal rules be sure you can adapt to do it . -- -- Try reducing the treble to reduce this... want. The longer range, however, can be loud and harmful to a safe sound level before adding sound equipment, check with each other systems, and even damage them. I you it properly. Sound that has been added improperly. Increase ...
Owner's Manual
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When you start your engine, or when you . Here's what happens with the anti-lock brake system, this testis going on the brakes. one If of you begin to drive ... wheels is If there's a problem with ABS. Thisnormal. You slam on , and you may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this warning light will check itself. the You're driving safely. is about tostop rolling, the computer will prevent a braking skid. Let's say road is an ( advanced electronic braking system...
When you start your engine, or when you . Here's what happens with the anti-lock brake system, this testis going on the brakes. one If of you begin to drive ... wheels is If there's a problem with ABS. Thisnormal. You slam on , and you may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this warning light will check itself. the You're driving safely. is about tostop rolling, the computer will prevent a braking skid. Let's say road is an ( advanced electronic braking system...
Owner's Manual
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... and willing to help if you keep to the proper Buick dealerships all levels? The exit ramp can easily drive in When you have up . Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you 're ready. l 0 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 0 Make sure you checked all across North America. along your vehicle ready a long ... and outside? stop the next exit. don't plan to think you are going slower than you actually are. 0 0 Here are some things you can check before starting out. If it needs slightly slower at higher speeds, you may tend to make certain you Is your route? course, Of you'll...
... and willing to help if you keep to the proper Buick dealerships all levels? The exit ramp can easily drive in When you have up . Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you 're ready. l 0 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 0 Make sure you checked all across North America. along your vehicle ready a long ... and outside? stop the next exit. don't plan to think you are going slower than you actually are. 0 0 Here are some things you can check before starting out. If it needs slightly slower at higher speeds, you may tend to make certain you Is your route? course, Of you'll...
Owner's Manual
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... road ahead and to you sleepy. For safety, treat drowsiness on the of the road, thedrone of the engine, and the rush of awareness, or whatever. There is different from or the sides. Check your rearview mirrors and your driving in less than a second, you get sleepy, pulloff the road into a rest...
... road ahead and to you sleepy. For safety, treat drowsiness on the of the road, thedrone of the engine, and the rush of awareness, or whatever. There is different from or the sides. Check your rearview mirrors and your driving in less than a second, you get sleepy, pulloff the road into a rest...
Owner's Manual
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...let you stay in your trips safer and more enjoyable. 0 4UTION: Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the ignitionoff is this: let your engine runningand yourvehicle in gear possible. Drive the highest in gear when you go downhill. Drive at speeds that warn of the slowing down a steep long.... You would then have to do some of special problems. Examples are some tips that can work well. could crash. Check all the work You would then have your engine do all fluid levels and also the brakes, cooling system tires, and transaxle. These parts can make your own lane. ...
...let you stay in your trips safer and more enjoyable. 0 4UTION: Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the ignitionoff is this: let your engine runningand yourvehicle in gear possible. Drive the highest in gear when you go downhill. Drive at speeds that warn of the slowing down a steep long.... You would then have to do some of special problems. Examples are some tips that can work well. could crash. Check all the work You would then have your engine do all fluid levels and also the brakes, cooling system tires, and transaxle. These parts can make your own lane. ...
Owner's Manual
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...guide you think drivers may help avoid overheating your brakesmuch that hand to the left. Signal well in couldbe damaged. It's important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are seeing your signal when they wouldget hot and no longer work well. If you cannot maintain... posted speeds, driving at a lower speed may behind you 're turning with the in advance. On a long uphill grade, use your engine and transaxle. Properly or hooked up slowly and, if possible, have to use the highest gear possible. When you are still working. 1 Making Turns I...
...guide you think drivers may help avoid overheating your brakesmuch that hand to the left. Signal well in couldbe damaged. It's important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are seeing your signal when they wouldget hot and no longer work well. If you cannot maintain... posted speeds, driving at a lower speed may behind you 're turning with the in advance. On a long uphill grade, use your engine and transaxle. Properly or hooked up slowly and, if possible, have to use the highest gear possible. When you are still working. 1 Making Turns I...
Owner's Manual
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...and Release the parking brake. 1. When the wheel chocks are place, release the in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid (don't overfill), engine oil, belt, cooling system and brake adjustment. Things that allhitch nuts and bolts see are especially important in 4. People can be injured, and... be damaged. Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will help youfind them quickly. Check periodically to move. Shift into PARK (P) yet. 2. Let up and store the chocks. Then apply your engine; Each of the chocks. 3. Apply your regular brakes and hold pedal down ...
...and Release the parking brake. 1. When the wheel chocks are place, release the in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid (don't overfill), engine oil, belt, cooling system and brake adjustment. Things that allhitch nuts and bolts see are especially important in 4. People can be injured, and... be damaged. Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will help youfind them quickly. Check periodically to move. Shift into PARK (P) yet. 2. Let up and store the chocks. Then apply your engine; Each of the chocks. 3. Apply your regular brakes and hold pedal down ...
Owner's Manual
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Remove it baek in a l the way. Checking Engine Oil Pull out the dipetick and clean it with a paper towelor cloth, then push it again, l keeping the tip down, and check~the level.
Remove it baek in a l the way. Checking Engine Oil Pull out the dipetick and clean it with a paper towelor cloth, then push it again, l keeping the tip down, and check~the level.