Owner's Manual
Page 14
... & SEAT, BELTS PARKING LIGHTS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER pf . These symbols are some bf your vehicle-is. WIPER a WASHER WINDSHIELDQ WASHER ''' Q c, RADIO. ? WlNDSHlELD(fji) DEFROSTER ,) . BRAKE 4% (a) b SPEAKER o f the,symbolsyou will find on an original battery: . . ' CAUTION POSSIBLE: .' driven: . ., ..., ' iI ~ These symbols, have to'do with your vehicle..., . ' . , ' . . '".' ...:. '* ..., I . ... . .t .Vehicle Symbols . * mcese are used on your lights: ,. . _. , . I . .' TRUNK HATCHBACK RELEASE LIGHTER SPARKS D AVOIOR FLAMES f -1 '"8 POWER...
... & SEAT, BELTS PARKING LIGHTS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER pf . These symbols are some bf your vehicle-is. WIPER a WASHER WINDSHIELDQ WASHER ''' Q c, RADIO. ? WlNDSHlELD(fji) DEFROSTER ,) . BRAKE 4% (a) b SPEAKER o f the,symbolsyou will find on an original battery: . . ' CAUTION POSSIBLE: .' driven: . ., ..., ' iI ~ These symbols, have to'do with your vehicle..., . ' . , ' . . '".' ...:. '* ..., I . ... . .t .Vehicle Symbols . * mcese are used on your lights: ,. . _. , . I . .' TRUNK HATCHBACK RELEASE LIGHTER SPARKS D AVOIOR FLAMES f -1 '"8 POWER...
Owner's Manual
Page 49
... the belt-system in also y-ourvehicle, but the child has to secure the restzaint in the front, seat where you can keep an on in infant andyou're the only adult the vehicle.In thatcase, you might want to be sureto secure the child restraint properly. 47 you Geneml Motors therefore ...recommend that . put your in unless.the childis .an child restraint the rear seat in booklet, ...
... the belt-system in also y-ourvehicle, but the child has to secure the restzaint in the front, seat where you can keep an on in infant andyou're the only adult the vehicle.In thatcase, you might want to be sureto secure the child restraint properly. 47 you Geneml Motors therefore ...recommend that . put your in unless.the childis .an child restraint the rear seat in booklet, ...
Owner's Manual
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... and braking Also explainedare the instrument panel and warning systems that tell if everything is working and a problem . the you have Part 2 includes: Keys ...62 63 DoorLock ...New Vehicle Break-In ...74 75 Starting the Engine ...78,82 Shifting the Transmission ...Windows ...87 88 TiltSteeringWheel ...Multi-IFunctionLever ...88 TurnandLaneChangeSignals ...89 HeadlightHigh-LowBeamChanger ...90 Windshield WiperWasher ...91 Cruise Control ...94 Instrument Panel ...113 114 Speedometer and Odometer ...Warning Lights and...
... and braking Also explainedare the instrument panel and warning systems that tell if everything is working and a problem . the you have Part 2 includes: Keys ...62 63 DoorLock ...New Vehicle Break-In ...74 75 Starting the Engine ...78,82 Shifting the Transmission ...Windows ...87 88 TiltSteeringWheel ...Multi-IFunctionLever ...88 TurnandLaneChangeSignals ...89 HeadlightHigh-LowBeamChanger ...90 Windshield WiperWasher ...91 Cruise Control ...94 Instrument Panel ...113 114 Speedometer and Odometer ...Warning Lights and...
Owner's Manual
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... a trailer towing option with added wiring foryou own State or Provincial highway authority. As you signal a turn or a lane change the headlights. be on at and for turn signal lights regularly to help avoid it . applicable lighting regulations. Turn Signal Reminder :hi:&-to low, pull the turn signal lever all If a bulb is burned out. In addition, most jurisdictions signal a turn off your accident. are signal. Checkfront and rear turn the .trailer lights, a different signal...
... a trailer towing option with added wiring foryou own State or Provincial highway authority. As you signal a turn or a lane change the headlights. be on at and for turn signal lights regularly to help avoid it . applicable lighting regulations. Turn Signal Reminder :hi:&-to low, pull the turn signal lever all If a bulb is burned out. In addition, most jurisdictions signal a turn off your accident. are signal. Checkfront and rear turn the .trailer lights, a different signal...
Owner's Manual
Page 105
... mirror shifts to the night-mode,jtholds that position until glareno is too high, it glare changes tothe night mode. During the day the mirror reflectsall the light from behind you . When the mirror changes to the day mode. the Your Buick may have automatic inside mirror. when the is longer present. d Automatic/Off Switch Push the switch for the AUTO position.The switch up cap...
... mirror shifts to the night-mode,jtholds that position until glareno is too high, it glare changes tothe night mode. During the day the mirror reflectsall the light from behind you . When the mirror changes to the day mode. the Your Buick may have automatic inside mirror. when the is longer present. d Automatic/Off Switch Push the switch for the AUTO position.The switch up cap...
Owner's Manual
Page 134
Your Bui&'s flow-through ventilation system supplies outside airinfo the vehicle whenit is,moving.When the heater or air c.onditioningfan is only moderately warm or.-c6c?l. B/L(Bi-level): This setting is designed use on s m y days'whexe the for air is running, outside.air will also enter the-vehicle... , . n days like these, O this . . , . . . System. Fan Speeds: The fan-control is used to select the speed you' want the blbwer to contrdl the:& flow. . . 'Your Buick may have Comfort Control.
Your Bui&'s flow-through ventilation system supplies outside airinfo the vehicle whenit is,moving.When the heater or air c.onditioningfan is only moderately warm or.-c6c?l. B/L(Bi-level): This setting is designed use on s m y days'whexe the for air is running, outside.air will also enter the-vehicle... , . n days like these, O this . . , . . . System. Fan Speeds: The fan-control is used to select the speed you' want the blbwer to contrdl the:& flow. . . 'Your Buick may have Comfort Control.
Owner's Manual
Page 135
i R ... "This reduces engine resulting in these..twosettings. Use air the oudets to control the temperature; . . compres.sordoesn't run in impioyed f y d . flow throughthe .instrument panel outlets. because the conditioner at your Heating lower body may adequately warm your upper body, but your feet. When outside temperaturesare cold, 8liding:the upper . I . . , '. 133 off the lower lever to turn on, adjust and turn the air,flow. The Bi-level settbg...
i R ... "This reduces engine resulting in these..twosettings. Use air the oudets to control the temperature; . . compres.sordoesn't run in impioyed f y d . flow throughthe .instrument panel outlets. because the conditioner at your Heating lower body may adequately warm your upper body, but your feet. When outside temperaturesare cold, 8liding:the upper . I . . , '. 133 off the lower lever to turn on, adjust and turn the air,flow. The Bi-level settbg...
Owner's Manual
Page 161
... signal that pedestrians or other drivers going to dash out from behind you doing. Please start with a very important safety device in you Buick: Buckle up. (See "Safety Belts"in theIndex. If you're driving through a shopping center parking lot where there are as you canuse hand signals out window: the for their mistakes. If necessary, you through intersections.You may encounter. If time...
... signal that pedestrians or other drivers going to dash out from behind you doing. Please start with a very important safety device in you Buick: Buckle up. (See "Safety Belts"in theIndex. If you're driving through a shopping center parking lot where there are as you canuse hand signals out window: the for their mistakes. If necessary, you through intersections.You may encounter. If time...
Owner's Manual
Page 166
Average reaction time is about 314 'of a second. involves perceDtion time and reaction 'time. * - But that's only -an average. That's perception time. Braking Braking action- Then -you have to push on the brake pedal. It might be less with one driver and aslong as twoor.threeseconds or .more with another. That's reaction-time. First, you have to decide to bring up your foot and do it.
Average reaction time is about 314 'of a second. involves perceDtion time and reaction 'time. * - But that's only -an average. That's perception time. Braking Braking action- Then -you have to push on the brake pedal. It might be less with one driver and aslong as twoor.threeseconds or .more with another. That's reaction-time. First, you have to decide to bring up your foot and do it.
Owner's Manual
Page 172
... between parked cars and stops right in these problems by braking if you can 't; steering aroundthe problem. For example, you come over a hill and in Emergencies There are outof the curve, and then accelerate gentlyinto the straightaway. First apply your lights. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. Then steer around the problem, the left or right depending to drive slower. Steering in find a truck stopped...
... between parked cars and stops right in these problems by braking if you can 't; steering aroundthe problem. For example, you come over a hill and in Emergencies There are outof the curve, and then accelerate gentlyinto the straightaway. First apply your lights. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. Then steer around the problem, the left or right depending to drive slower. Steering in find a truck stopped...
Owner's Manual
Page 200
... for proper vehicle loading and good handling when you're driving. Dirt and water can get into your vehicle's brake system. Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper-type hitches to the road if it needs its own brakes - Use only a frame-mounted hitch that , when loaded, will not drop to them properly. Because you have anti-lock brakes, do , both brake systems won't work well...
... for proper vehicle loading and good handling when you're driving. Dirt and water can get into your vehicle's brake system. Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper-type hitches to the road if it needs its own brakes - Use only a frame-mounted hitch that , when loaded, will not drop to them properly. Because you have anti-lock brakes, do , both brake systems won't work well...
Owner's Manual
Page 201
... heavy braking different turn signal flasher and extra wiring. possible, have can return to your trip, check occasionally to have someone guide your rig. brakes are .still working . When you tow a trailer, your vehicle has to sure that the load is Hold the bottomof the steering wheel with the of longer, you'll need . This When you 're turning with the added weight of...
... heavy braking different turn signal flasher and extra wiring. possible, have can return to your trip, check occasionally to have someone guide your rig. brakes are .still working . When you tow a trailer, your vehicle has to sure that the load is Hold the bottomof the steering wheel with the of longer, you'll need . This When you 're turning with the added weight of...
Owner's Manual
Page 214
Towing Your Car If there was factory-newby adding aftermarket items like fog Try to see them. When you can still move the shift lever. The make, model, and year your Buick. ofWhether you call, tell.the towing service: That your vehicle has rear-wheel drive. When the towing service arrives, let tow operator the know that this manual contains detailed towing instructions and illustrations. The usual towing equipment is instructions...
Towing Your Car If there was factory-newby adding aftermarket items like fog Try to see them. When you can still move the shift lever. The make, model, and year your Buick. ofWhether you call, tell.the towing service: That your vehicle has rear-wheel drive. When the towing service arrives, let tow operator the know that this manual contains detailed towing instructions and illustrations. The usual towing equipment is instructions...
Owner's Manual
Page 271
... CAP, WT. TOTAL LBS. LOADING & GVWR SAME AS VEHICLE XXX COLD TIRE CAPACITY WEIGHT SPEED PRESSURE SIZETIRE PSI/KPa .RTG FRT. The GVWX includes the. Unscrew the two screws. RR. SPA. lm ] p Two labels on pressures for the tires your vehicle, called the Vehicle Capacity Weight and includes the weight all occupants, cargo, and all of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo. 269 Bring down the bulb assembly...
... CAP, WT. TOTAL LBS. LOADING & GVWR SAME AS VEHICLE XXX COLD TIRE CAPACITY WEIGHT SPEED PRESSURE SIZETIRE PSI/KPa .RTG FRT. The GVWX includes the. Unscrew the two screws. RR. SPA. lm ] p Two labels on pressures for the tires your vehicle, called the Vehicle Capacity Weight and includes the weight all occupants, cargo, and all of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo. 269 Bring down the bulb assembly...
Owner's Manual
Page 277
... under controlled conditions on a specifiedgovement test course. For way, That ' :le. If you ever replace your tires with that designed Buying New Tires I I to give proper endurance, handling, speed rating, traction, ride and other damage that can't be repaired well because the size or location of of vehicle may not handle properly, and you get ones with those not having a TPC Spec number...
... under controlled conditions on a specifiedgovement test course. For way, That ' :le. If you ever replace your tires with that designed Buying New Tires I I to give proper endurance, handling, speed rating, traction, ride and other damage that can't be repaired well because the size or location of of vehicle may not handle properly, and you get ones with those not having a TPC Spec number...
Owner's Manual
Page 305
... determined thatfailure to perform this schedule to the completion of vehicle useful life. TO BE SERVICED I (See Explanationof Scheduled Maintenance Services Following: Schedules I and I1 Inspection*? Front Wheel bearing Repack 9. I 12.Air Cleaner Filter Replacement* ~~ Every 30 000 mi (50 000 km) 13.Air Cleaner Inspection*? 14.Fuel Tank, Cap & Lines Inspection*? 15. Engine Timing& Distributor Check* J The services shown in "Section EMaintenance that at thesame intervals. * An Emission Control Service. -f- I I 11.EGR...
... determined thatfailure to perform this schedule to the completion of vehicle useful life. TO BE SERVICED I (See Explanationof Scheduled Maintenance Services Following: Schedules I and I1 Inspection*? Front Wheel bearing Repack 9. I 12.Air Cleaner Filter Replacement* ~~ Every 30 000 mi (50 000 km) 13.Air Cleaner Inspection*? 14.Fuel Tank, Cap & Lines Inspection*? 15. Engine Timing& Distributor Check* J The services shown in "Section EMaintenance that at thesame intervals. * An Emission Control Service. -f- I I 11.EGR...
Owner's Manual
Page 307
... Plug.Wire.Inspection*T 11. I 1 Services Following Schedules and 1 9. Transmission Service See Explanationof Scheduled Maintenance I * f . . r 14.Fuel Tank, Cap & Lines'Inspectiori*f -t 15.En&e Timing & Distributor Check! . . that the failure to perform this miles at the in schedule up to the completion of Scheduled Maintenance Services Following Schedules I An Emission Control Service. TO BE ,SERVICED (See explanation of vehicle useful life. The'services shown in Record". 305 Gerieml Motors, however; I 'and 11) . EGR System Inspection*? 12.Air Cleaner Filter...
... Plug.Wire.Inspection*T 11. I 1 Services Following Schedules and 1 9. Transmission Service See Explanationof Scheduled Maintenance I * f . . r 14.Fuel Tank, Cap & Lines'Inspectiori*f -t 15.En&e Timing & Distributor Check! . . that the failure to perform this miles at the in schedule up to the completion of Scheduled Maintenance Services Following Schedules I An Emission Control Service. TO BE ,SERVICED (See explanation of vehicle useful life. The'services shown in Record". 305 Gerieml Motors, however; I 'and 11) . EGR System Inspection*? 12.Air Cleaner Filter...
Owner's Manual
Page 329
... Part 9 Index A c c (Ignition Key Position) ...74 Adding Brake Fluid ...262 2 19.222. 257 Coolant ...287 ElectricalEquipment ...Engineoil ...249 260 Power Steering Fluid ...Transmission Fluid ...254 261 Windshield Washer Fluid ...251 Additives, Engine Oil ...Adjustment, Brake ...169 27 Adult Safety Belt Usage ...35 AirBag ...253 Aircleaner ...127, 132 Air Conditioner ...126 Air Outlets ...Alcohol, Driving Under the Influenceof ...160 Alcohol in Gasoline ...243 284 Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning ...134 AM Radio Reception ...AM Stereo Radio Reception ...135 149 Antenna Care...
... Part 9 Index A c c (Ignition Key Position) ...74 Adding Brake Fluid ...262 2 19.222. 257 Coolant ...287 ElectricalEquipment ...Engineoil ...249 260 Power Steering Fluid ...Transmission Fluid ...254 261 Windshield Washer Fluid ...251 Additives, Engine Oil ...Adjustment, Brake ...169 27 Adult Safety Belt Usage ...35 AirBag ...253 Aircleaner ...127, 132 Air Conditioner ...126 Air Outlets ...Alcohol, Driving Under the Influenceof ...160 Alcohol in Gasoline ...243 284 Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning ...134 AM Radio Reception ...AM Stereo Radio Reception ...135 149 Antenna Care...
Owner's Manual
Page 333
.... Brake-Transmission Shift ...78. 84 Introduction. Service Parts Identification ...287' Lane Change Indicator ...89 LapBelt ...41 Lap-Shoulder Belt Usage by Children ...56 Leaving Your Vehicle ...65.84 294 Light Bulbs. Driving in Your Car ...46 Hood. Mud.Ice or Snow ...239 Ignition Key Positions ...74 89 Indicator. Turn Signal ...Indicators. Warning Lights. Replaceable ...Light. Turn Signal Indicator...89 Driving on ...: ...188 Hitches. Tire ...224 232 Jacking Up the Car ...Jump Starting ...206 K e y s ...62 Keyless Entry System. Safety Belt ...21.27 Light. Safety Warnings About...
.... Brake-Transmission Shift ...78. 84 Introduction. Service Parts Identification ...287' Lane Change Indicator ...89 LapBelt ...41 Lap-Shoulder Belt Usage by Children ...56 Leaving Your Vehicle ...65.84 294 Light Bulbs. Driving in Your Car ...46 Hood. Mud.Ice or Snow ...239 Ignition Key Positions ...74 89 Indicator. Turn Signal ...Indicators. Warning Lights. Replaceable ...Light. Turn Signal Indicator...89 Driving on ...: ...188 Hitches. Tire ...224 232 Jacking Up the Car ...Jump Starting ...206 K e y s ...62 Keyless Entry System. Safety Belt ...21.27 Light. Safety Warnings About...
Owner's Manual
Page 337
... Tire Chains ...278 Tire. GM ...2 Traffic Lights ...157 ...159 Traffic Officer Trailer Brakes ...198 Trailer Tbwing ...195 Tailgate Remote Release ...65 Transmission. Tilt ...88 Steering Without Power Assist ...169 SteireoSoundSystems ...134 111 Storage Armrest ...68 Storage Compartment. Turn Signal and Headlight Beam Lever ...i ...88 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator ...89 Turn Signal Reminder ...90 65 Trunk Pull-Down Feature ...1 ...TrunkRelease ...65 Twilight Sentinel ...99 'lhisted Safety Belts ...34 Two Children Wearing the Same Safety Belt...
... Tire Chains ...278 Tire. GM ...2 Traffic Lights ...157 ...159 Traffic Officer Trailer Brakes ...198 Trailer Tbwing ...195 Tailgate Remote Release ...65 Transmission. Tilt ...88 Steering Without Power Assist ...169 SteireoSoundSystems ...134 111 Storage Armrest ...68 Storage Compartment. Turn Signal and Headlight Beam Lever ...i ...88 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator ...89 Turn Signal Reminder ...90 65 Trunk Pull-Down Feature ...1 ...TrunkRelease ...65 Twilight Sentinel ...99 'lhisted Safety Belts ...34 Two Children Wearing the Same Safety Belt...