Owner's Manual
Page 7
...alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. Customer Assistance Information This section tells you want to read. It also gives you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. 6- 1 ... and safety belts properly. Your Driving and the Road Here you'll find something you how to contact Buick for assistance and how to get service and owner publications. The 1998 Buick LeSabre Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and ...
...alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. Customer Assistance Information This section tells you want to read. It also gives you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. 6- 1 ... and safety belts properly. Your Driving and the Road Here you'll find something you how to contact Buick for assistance and how to get service and owner publications. The 1998 Buick LeSabre Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and ...
Owner's Manual
Page 36
... module and the instrument panel for you is qualified to minutes after theignition key is 10 turned off the vehicleimmediately. Your dealer and the LeSabre Service Manual have to inflate while someone isworking on your vehicle. To purchase a servicemanual, see "Service and Owner Publications" in the Ir... into a lot water -- Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle, the damage could make sure the person performing work properly. You can still inflate during improperservice. Don't let anyonestart the vehicle, even to an air when bag it , unless the...
... module and the instrument panel for you is qualified to minutes after theignition key is 10 turned off the vehicleimmediately. Your dealer and the LeSabre Service Manual have to inflate while someone isworking on your vehicle. To purchase a servicemanual, see "Service and Owner Publications" in the Ir... into a lot water -- Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle, the damage could make sure the person performing work properly. You can still inflate during improperservice. Don't let anyonestart the vehicle, even to an air when bag it , unless the...
Owner's Manual
Page 83
... for the first 200 miles (322km) or so. To use things like the radioand the windshield wipers when the engine isoff. Your steering wheel will perform better in the long run if you use , push in .
... for the first 200 miles (322km) or so. To use things like the radioand the windshield wipers when the engine isoff. Your steering wheel will perform better in the long run if you use , push in .
Owner's Manual
Page 86
... cold weather, 0"F (- 18 O C ) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to starting your engine might not perform properly. If youdon't, your vehicle. 2-22 If your engine still won't start (or starts but this manual that tells how to work with the electronics...
... cold weather, 0"F (- 18 O C ) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to starting your engine might not perform properly. If youdon't, your vehicle. 2-22 If your engine still won't start (or starts but this manual that tells how to work with the electronics...
Owner's Manual
Page 248
.... Of course, it's best to replace your spare with a full-size tire as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is made to perform well at speeds up to 65 mph (1 05 k h for distances up to 3,000 miles ( 5 000 km), m) so you want. Keep your compact spare. The compact...
.... Of course, it's best to replace your spare with a full-size tire as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is made to perform well at speeds up to 65 mph (1 05 k h for distances up to 3,000 miles ( 5 000 km), m) so you want. Keep your compact spare. The compact...
Owner's Manual
Page 252
...-trained and supported service people. See "Maintenance Record" in the Index. 11 you 'll want to use the proper Buick Service Manual. Before attempting to do someof your own service work , you perform. Genuine GMparts have one of any servicework you 'll want to be happy with all GM. Service Your dealer...
...-trained and supported service people. See "Maintenance Record" in the Index. 11 you 'll want to use the proper Buick Service Manual. Before attempting to do someof your own service work , you perform. Genuine GMparts have one of any servicework you 'll want to be happy with all GM. Service Your dealer...
Owner's Manual
Page 253
...rated 87 octane or higher and at octane or 87 higher. be damaged if you may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance. you're accelerating or driving up a That's normal, and you have a problem. Be sure you don't have been ...developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association ( M A ) for better vehicle performance AAMA and engine protection. you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper replacement parts and tools before adding equipment to get a heavy knocking noise ...
...rated 87 octane or higher and at octane or 87 higher. be damaged if you may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance. you're accelerating or driving up a That's normal, and you have a problem. Be sure you don't have been ...developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association ( M A ) for better vehicle performance AAMA and engine protection. you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper replacement parts and tools before adding equipment to get a heavy knocking noise ...
Owner's Manual
Page 254
... on fuels California specifications. If this occurs, return to your authorized Buick dealer forservice. Some gasolines that meet California Emission Standards (indicated on fuelsmeeting federal specifications, but emission control system performance may be covered by your vehicle may fail a smog-check test...plug life may be reduced and your emission control system performance may turn on and/or your warranty. The malfunction indicator lamp onyour instrument panel may be covered under your authorized Buick dealer for diagnosis to function properly. General Motors does ...
... on fuels California specifications. If this occurs, return to your authorized Buick dealer forservice. Some gasolines that meet California Emission Standards (indicated on fuelsmeeting federal specifications, but emission control system performance may be covered by your vehicle may fail a smog-check test...plug life may be reduced and your emission control system performance may turn on and/or your warranty. The malfunction indicator lamp onyour instrument panel may be covered under your authorized Buick dealer for diagnosis to function properly. General Motors does ...
Owner's Manual
Page 279
...have to add water to drive vehicle for tips on a modern vehicle is a rapid increase in for your vehicle, the balance between your performance you "Jump Starting'' in the wrong replacement brake parts. can burn you get new approved replacement parts. Your vehicle was designed, and ...getting hurt. You never have new ones put -- be of these. Vehicle Storage If you replace parts of Battery Every new Buick has an ACDelco Freedom@ battery. m Its many other ways someone puts brake linings that can be a signbrake trouble. Replacing Brake System Parts
...have to add water to drive vehicle for tips on a modern vehicle is a rapid increase in for your vehicle, the balance between your performance you "Jump Starting'' in the wrong replacement brake parts. can burn you get new approved replacement parts. Your vehicle was designed, and ...getting hurt. You never have new ones put -- be of these. Vehicle Storage If you replace parts of Battery Every new Buick has an ACDelco Freedom@ battery. m Its many other ways someone puts brake linings that can be a signbrake trouble. Replacing Brake System Parts
Owner's Manual
Page 292
... replace your tires with your vehicle. 6-42 Be sure touse the same size and type tires on each tire's sidewall. It was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on all -season tread design, the TPC number will continue to lose control while driving. A tire and/or wheel could...
... replace your tires with your vehicle. 6-42 Be sure touse the same size and type tires on each tire's sidewall. It was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on all -season tread design, the TPC number will continue to lose control while driving. A tire and/or wheel could...
Owner's Manual
Page 293
...does not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires, space-saver or temporary use , however, and may have poor traction performance. Treadwear The treadwear grade is based on aspecified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a... information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration,which grades tires by treadwear, traction and temperature performance. (This applies only to vehicles sold in road characteristics and climate. Traction -- A, B, C The traction grades, fromhighest to lowest...
...does not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires, space-saver or temporary use , however, and may have poor traction performance. Treadwear The treadwear grade is based on aspecified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a... information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration,which grades tires by treadwear, traction and temperature performance. (This applies only to vehicles sold in road characteristics and climate. Traction -- A, B, C The traction grades, fromhighest to lowest...
Owner's Manual
Page 294
Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance which can sometimes be rebalanced. Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not needed. Each new wheel should be replaced. Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your Buick model. Thegrade C corresponds to replace any of... established for your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to bereset. However, if you need to a level of performance on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. If you will know the kind of your vehicle pulling one itreplaces. If the wheel ...
Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance which can sometimes be rebalanced. Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not needed. Each new wheel should be replaced. Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your Buick model. Thegrade C corresponds to replace any of... established for your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to bereset. However, if you need to a level of performance on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. If you will know the kind of your vehicle pulling one itreplaces. If the wheel ...
Owner's Manual
Page 300
... with water. more frequent application may be on the blade or windshield. Weatherstrips Silicone greaseon weatherstrips will stick to the wiper blades and affect their performance. Cleaning the Outsideof the Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatters...
... with water. more frequent application may be on the blade or windshield. Weatherstrips Silicone greaseon weatherstrips will stick to the wiper blades and affect their performance. Cleaning the Outsideof the Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatters...
Owner's Manual
Page 313
Section 7 MaintenanceSchedule This section covers the maintenance required your Buick. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its for safety, dependability and emission control performance. 7-2 7-4 7-29 Introduction Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Part B: Owner Checks Services and 7-33 Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections D: RecommendedFluidsandLubricants 7-35Part 7-37 Part E: Maintenance Record 7-1
Section 7 MaintenanceSchedule This section covers the maintenance required your Buick. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its for safety, dependability and emission control performance. 7-2 7-4 7-29 Introduction Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Part B: Owner Checks Services and 7-33 Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections D: RecommendedFluidsandLubricants 7-35Part 7-37 Part E: Maintenance Record 7-1
Owner's Manual
Page 315
...in good condition. "Part E: Maintenance Record" provides a place for you can be dangerous. is performed, be sure to qualify your vehicle in this part. A CAUTION: Performing maintenancework on a vehicle can be seriously injured. Do your own maintenance work your on your next maintenance... department or another qualified service center should be done. It also explains what should perform. "Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants" lists some jobs, you to record the maintenance performed on vehicle, you will probably want to keep your vehicle for the job. it...
...in good condition. "Part E: Maintenance Record" provides a place for you can be dangerous. is performed, be sure to qualify your vehicle in this part. A CAUTION: Performing maintenancework on a vehicle can be seriously injured. Do your own maintenance work your on your next maintenance... department or another qualified service center should be done. It also explains what should perform. "Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants" lists some jobs, you to record the maintenance performed on vehicle, you will probably want to keep your vehicle for the job. it...
Owner's Manual
Page 316
... the differentways people use The proper fluids and lubricants to are driven on how to help keep your vehicle good in condition, seeyour Buick dealer. Make sure whoever services your vehicle at General Motors want to keep your vehicle in You may even need to decidewhich section... beforeyou or anyone else drives the vehicle. You may use the recommended fuel. This part tells you vehicle ingood working condition. You will perform thework using genuineGM parts. 7-4 you If go toyour dealer foryour service needs,you'll know exactly how you dnve. All parts should have...
... the differentways people use The proper fluids and lubricants to are driven on how to help keep your vehicle good in condition, seeyour Buick dealer. Make sure whoever services your vehicle at General Motors want to keep your vehicle in You may even need to decidewhich section... beforeyou or anyone else drives the vehicle. You may use the recommended fuel. This part tells you vehicle ingood working condition. You will perform thework using genuineGM parts. 7-4 you If go toyour dealer foryour service needs,you'll know exactly how you dnve. All parts should have...
Owner's Manual
Page 319
...'s useful life. The services shown in Part C of this schedule. Environmental Protection Agencyor the California Air Resources Boardhas determined that all recommended maintenance services be performed at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be sure to checkyour brakes is during tire rotation. Under severe conditions, the indicator may require additional...
...'s useful life. The services shown in Part C of this schedule. Environmental Protection Agencyor the California Air Resources Boardhas determined that all recommended maintenance services be performed at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be sure to checkyour brakes is during tire rotation. Under severe conditions, the indicator may require additional...
Owner's Manual
Page 333
...miles (240 000 km). Environmental ProtectionAgency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be performed at at 150,000 miles (240 000 k ) the same interval after 100,000miles m at every other tire ...CHANGE OIL SOON light comes on the before 3,000 miles ( 5 000 km). and filter -- We, however, urge that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of this schedule. * If your vehicle has ...
...miles (240 000 km). Environmental ProtectionAgency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be performed at at 150,000 miles (240 000 k ) the same interval after 100,000miles m at every other tire ...CHANGE OIL SOON light comes on the before 3,000 miles ( 5 000 km). and filter -- We, however, urge that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of this schedule. * If your vehicle has ...
Owner's Manual
Page 341
...you or a service station attendant to per$orm these underhood checks at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of tape play. See "Tires" in the Index for further details. 7-29 See "Windshield Washer Fluid" in the Index for further details...if necessary. Cassette Deck Service Clean cassette deck. Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed below are owner checks and services which should be performed at each fuel fill. Be sure any fluids or lubricants are inflated to your vehicle. At Least Once a Month Tire Inflation Check ...
...you or a service station attendant to per$orm these underhood checks at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of tape play. See "Tires" in the Index for further details. 7-29 See "Windshield Washer Fluid" in the Index for further details...if necessary. Cassette Deck Service Clean cassette deck. Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed below are owner checks and services which should be performed at each fuel fill. Be sure any fluids or lubricants are inflated to your vehicle. At Least Once a Month Tire Inflation Check ...
Owner's Manual
Page 345
...holes, loose connections or other conditions which should let your dealer's service department or other qualified service center these services may be performed at least twice a year (for broken, damaged, missing out-of-position parts as well as needed . Part C: Periodic Maintenance...Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which could cause a heat build-up ,binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Proper proceduresto perform these jobs. Inspect the body near or the exhaust system.Look for instance, each spring and fall). Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the ...
...holes, loose connections or other conditions which should let your dealer's service department or other qualified service center these services may be performed at least twice a year (for broken, damaged, missing out-of-position parts as well as needed . Part C: Periodic Maintenance...Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which could cause a heat build-up ,binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Proper proceduresto perform these jobs. Inspect the body near or the exhaust system.Look for instance, each spring and fall). Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the ...