Owner's Manual
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... and buggy business to Flint. outlets and salespeople as a "self-seller". He knew the Buick as the nucleus of founder David Dunbar Buick, drove thefirst Flint Buick in a successful Flint-Detroit round trip in -head" engine, a light, powerful and reliable engine which would eventually influence the entire automotive industry. If automobiles could be called it was...
... and buggy business to Flint. outlets and salespeople as a "self-seller". He knew the Buick as the nucleus of founder David Dunbar Buick, drove thefirst Flint Buick in a successful Flint-Detroit round trip in -head" engine, a light, powerful and reliable engine which would eventually influence the entire automotive industry. If automobiles could be called it was...
Owner's Manual
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... used on an original battery: CAUTION POSSIBLE INJURY PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING CAUSTIC These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights: Here are some other symbols you may see: FUSE A These symbols are on your controls: WINDSHIELD WIPER Q7 BATTERY CHARGING ...a m CONDITIONING AIR BURNS AVOID SPARKS OR FLAMES SPARK OR FLAME COULD EXPLODE BATTERY POWER WINDOW HAZARD WARNING FLASHER A = WINDOW DEFOGGER VENTILATING FAN FUEL ENGINE OIL PRESSURE W LIGHTER b HIGH BEAM ,\I/, FOG LAMPS #0 TEMP OIL ANTILOCK BRAKE & (a) b SPEAKER 12 Vehicle Symbols These are someof the symbols...
... used on an original battery: CAUTION POSSIBLE INJURY PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING CAUSTIC These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights: Here are some other symbols you may see: FUSE A These symbols are on your controls: WINDSHIELD WIPER Q7 BATTERY CHARGING ...a m CONDITIONING AIR BURNS AVOID SPARKS OR FLAMES SPARK OR FLAME COULD EXPLODE BATTERY POWER WINDOW HAZARD WARNING FLASHER A = WINDOW DEFOGGER VENTILATING FAN FUEL ENGINE OIL PRESSURE W LIGHTER b HIGH BEAM ,\I/, FOG LAMPS #0 TEMP OIL ANTILOCK BRAKE & (a) b SPEAKER 12 Vehicle Symbols These are someof the symbols...
Owner's Manual
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Please follow the manual's advice. It works only when the engine is in your tank. Here are driving, orwhen one of the gages shows there may be costly -- When the indicator nears "E," you still have had ... shows about it. a The gage moves a little when you turn a corner, 0 When you turn the engine off before the gage reads "F". It takes more -- and even dangerous. than the gage indicated. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on . So please get to fill up , or stop your warning...
Please follow the manual's advice. It works only when the engine is in your tank. Here are driving, orwhen one of the gages shows there may be costly -- When the indicator nears "E," you still have had ... shows about it. a The gage moves a little when you turn a corner, 0 When you turn the engine off before the gage reads "F". It takes more -- and even dangerous. than the gage indicated. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on . So please get to fill up , or stop your warning...
Owner's Manual
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... it will stay on for service. (See "Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light" and "Towing Your Car" in the Index.) Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ANTI-LOCK With anti-lock, this light will come on when you start your engine and it will stay on ,have it fixed so it means you don...'t have a brake problem. If the light flashes when you're driving, you have anti-lock brakes...
... it will stay on for service. (See "Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light" and "Towing Your Car" in the Index.) Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ANTI-LOCK With anti-lock, this light will come on when you start your engine and it will stay on ,have it fixed so it means you don...'t have a brake problem. If the light flashes when you're driving, you have anti-lock brakes...
Owner's Manual
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... area, your Buick needs service. Have the vehicle towed for service. (See "Towing Your Car" in the Index. 116 It may take longer to do. It means that your engine, turn the ignition off . See "Engine Overheating" in the Index.) Engine Coolant TemperatureGage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. Or, if the light comes on...
... area, your Buick needs service. Have the vehicle towed for service. (See "Towing Your Car" in the Index. 116 It may take longer to do. It means that your engine, turn the ignition off . See "Engine Overheating" in the Index.) Engine Coolant TemperatureGage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. Or, if the light comes on...
Owner's Manual
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Engine Oil Pressure Gage LOW COOLANT 1 You can . If the gage reads in the Index and have your engine properly. See "Engine Coolant"in the red band and stays there, it means oil isn't going through your vehicle serviced as soon as you can read your engine oil pressure directly from the gage on your system is low on , your instrument panel. LOW Coolant Warning Light If this light comes on coolant and the engine may overheat. You 117
Engine Oil Pressure Gage LOW COOLANT 1 You can . If the gage reads in the Index and have your engine properly. See "Engine Coolant"in the red band and stays there, it means oil isn't going through your vehicle serviced as soon as you can read your engine oil pressure directly from the gage on your system is low on , your instrument panel. LOW Coolant Warning Light If this light comes on coolant and the engine may overheat. You 117
Owner's Manual
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...might have the low oil level sensor system repaired so it will flash briefly. It does not monitor engine oil level when the engine is not covered by your warranty. Low Oil Warning Light Your vehicle is equipped with an oil level monitoring system. Note: The oil level monitoring system only ...checks oil level during the brief period between key on and engine crank. If the light stays on, stop the vehicle on a level surface and turn off for a considerable period of time allowing the oil normally in the...
...might have the low oil level sensor system repaired so it will flash briefly. It does not monitor engine oil level when the engine is not covered by your warranty. Low Oil Warning Light Your vehicle is equipped with an oil level monitoring system. Note: The oil level monitoring system only ...checks oil level during the brief period between key on and engine crank. If the light stays on, stop the vehicle on a level surface and turn off for a considerable period of time allowing the oil normally in the...
Owner's Manual
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CHECK GAGES I VOLTS 119 Check Gages Light The "CHECK GAGES" light indicates that there is 11 to 15 volts. The normal range is an engine orelectrical problem. If the "TEMP," "OIL" or "VOLTS" gages read properly, there may still be an electrical problem which should be checked by your Buick dealer check the electrical system. Volts Gage The "Volts" gage shows voltage in either red range, have your Buick dealer. If the gage reading stays in the electrical system.
CHECK GAGES I VOLTS 119 Check Gages Light The "CHECK GAGES" light indicates that there is 11 to 15 volts. The normal range is an engine orelectrical problem. If the "TEMP," "OIL" or "VOLTS" gages read properly, there may still be an electrical problem which should be checked by your Buick dealer check the electrical system. Volts Gage The "Volts" gage shows voltage in either red range, have your Buick dealer. If the gage reading stays in the electrical system.
Owner's Manual
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rachometer SERVICE ENGINE SOON If the light does not come on when the ignition is on and the engine is not running, as lead to show you it is running . NOTICE: If you can cause severe engine damage. ~ 120 Do not operate your engine in for service soon. If you ..., the computer is indicating that you how fast the engine is working. It shows speed in revolutions per minute (RPM). Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light) A computer monitors operation of your fuel, ignition and emission systems. This light should take your vehicle in the red line range. ...
rachometer SERVICE ENGINE SOON If the light does not come on when the ignition is on and the engine is not running, as lead to show you it is running . NOTICE: If you can cause severe engine damage. ~ 120 Do not operate your engine in for service soon. If you ..., the computer is indicating that you how fast the engine is working. It shows speed in revolutions per minute (RPM). Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light) A computer monitors operation of your fuel, ignition and emission systems. This light should take your vehicle in the red line range. ...
Owner's Manual
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... improperly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of sound. To help avoid hearing loss or damage: Adjust the volume control to your vehicle's engine, Delco@ radio or other systems, and even damage them. Your hearing can be sureyou can get C-QUAM@,your Delco@system can add whatyou want. Increase... Stereo This means the Delco@system can , it istoo late. And,your vehicle's systems may interfere with the operation of Motorola, Inc.) If your "STEREO" light will come onwhen you can receive C-QUAM@ stereo broadcasts.
... improperly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of sound. To help avoid hearing loss or damage: Adjust the volume control to your vehicle's engine, Delco@ radio or other systems, and even damage them. Your hearing can be sureyou can get C-QUAM@,your Delco@system can add whatyou want. Increase... Stereo This means the Delco@system can , it istoo late. And,your vehicle's systems may interfere with the operation of Motorola, Inc.) If your "STEREO" light will come onwhen you can receive C-QUAM@ stereo broadcasts.
Owner's Manual
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...? Don't letit happen to you do about an easy stretchof road with the same scenery, along your trip a short time to the sides. Lights: Are they in than a second, and you could crash and be aware that can make you sleepy. Should you checked all windows clean inside... and outside? Are all levels? Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you delay your route? Or is something about highway hypnosis? Are the tires all working? Keep your instruments frequently. What...
...? Don't letit happen to you do about an easy stretchof road with the same scenery, along your trip a short time to the sides. Lights: Are they in than a second, and you could crash and be aware that can make you sleepy. Should you checked all windows clean inside... and outside? Are all levels? Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you delay your route? Or is something about highway hypnosis? Are the tires all working? Keep your instruments frequently. What...
Owner's Manual
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... than 1,000 pounds (450 kg), you may think drivers behind the vehicle ahead as you need to reduce the possibility of engine and transaxle overheating. Properly hooked up, the trailer lights will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change lanes or stop. If you are seeing your trailer won't strike soft...
... than 1,000 pounds (450 kg), you may think drivers behind the vehicle ahead as you need to reduce the possibility of engine and transaxle overheating. Properly hooked up, the trailer lights will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change lanes or stop. If you are seeing your trailer won't strike soft...
Owner's Manual
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...because you : Climb a long hill on your instrument panel. Stop after high speed driving. If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get a little too hot when you keep driving with no steam, the problem may also find the coolant temperature... gage on a hot day. Idle for long periods in traffic. 0 Tow a trailer. 187 Engine Overheating You will find a low coolant warning light. The costly repairs would not be covered by your vehicle can get the overheat warning but see or hear no coolant, your...
...because you : Climb a long hill on your instrument panel. Stop after high speed driving. If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get a little too hot when you keep driving with no steam, the problem may also find the coolant temperature... gage on a hot day. Idle for long periods in traffic. 0 Tow a trailer. 187 Engine Overheating You will find a low coolant warning light. The costly repairs would not be covered by your vehicle can get the overheat warning but see or hear no coolant, your...
Owner's Manual
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... level right away. It's a good idea to get fuel. In order to check your engine oil every time you don't, the oil dipstick might not show the actual level. 214 For more information, see "LOW OIL" light in the Index. If you get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and... the vehicle must be on , it means you need to drain back into the oil pan. Engine Oil LOW OIL If the "LOW OIL" light on the instrument panel comes on...
... level right away. It's a good idea to get fuel. In order to check your engine oil every time you don't, the oil dipstick might not show the actual level. 214 For more information, see "LOW OIL" light in the Index. If you get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and... the vehicle must be on , it means you need to drain back into the oil pan. Engine Oil LOW OIL If the "LOW OIL" light on the instrument panel comes on...
Owner's Manual
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... warning lights work as they should. 0 What to 262°F (128°C). If you have a problem with a complete coolant flush and refill. The repair cost wouldn't be badly damaged. If you use an improper coolant mix, your engine could overheat and be covered by your Buick will... "GM Specification 1825-M," which won't damage aluminum parts. Engine Coolant The following explains your if radiator, see "Engine Overheating" in the mix can also usea recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825-M with engine overheating or you don't needadd to add coolantwhen it is...
... warning lights work as they should. 0 What to 262°F (128°C). If you have a problem with a complete coolant flush and refill. The repair cost wouldn't be badly damaged. If you use an improper coolant mix, your engine could overheat and be covered by your Buick will... "GM Specification 1825-M," which won't damage aluminum parts. Engine Coolant The following explains your if radiator, see "Engine Overheating" in the mix can also usea recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825-M with engine overheating or you don't needadd to add coolantwhen it is...
Owner's Manual
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If this light comes on, it means you need more coolant, add the proper mix at the coolant recovery tank. If the coolant recovery tank is completely empty, add coolant to "HOT" or a little higher. To Add Coolant If you 're low on engine coolant. Adding Coolant To Check Coolant When your engine is warm, the level should be up to the radiator. (See "Engine Overheating" in the Index.) 224 When your engine is located at "COLD" or a little higher. LOW COOLANT The coolant recovery tank is cold, the coolant level should be at the left of the engine compartment.
If this light comes on, it means you need more coolant, add the proper mix at the coolant recovery tank. If the coolant recovery tank is completely empty, add coolant to "HOT" or a little higher. To Add Coolant If you 're low on engine coolant. Adding Coolant To Check Coolant When your engine is warm, the level should be up to the radiator. (See "Engine Overheating" in the Index.) 224 When your engine is located at "COLD" or a little higher. LOW COOLANT The coolant recovery tank is cold, the coolant level should be at the left of the engine compartment.
Owner's Manual
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... Description Not Used Not Used Not Used Fog Lamps Parking Lamps, Headlight Switch Horn Relay, Underhood Light Not Used Not Used Not Used Component Center: Power Windows Circuit Breaker, Passenger Side Underhood Electrical Center, TCC and Engine Emissions Fuses I/P Fuse Block: Radio, Wiper, HVAC, ABS and Turn Signal Fuses; Passenger Side Underhood...
... Description Not Used Not Used Not Used Fog Lamps Parking Lamps, Headlight Switch Horn Relay, Underhood Light Not Used Not Used Not Used Component Center: Power Windows Circuit Breaker, Passenger Side Underhood Electrical Center, TCC and Engine Emissions Fuses I/P Fuse Block: Radio, Wiper, HVAC, ABS and Turn Signal Fuses; Passenger Side Underhood...
Owner's Manual
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...Look for proper hookup, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. CHECK OR SERVICE Brake System Inspection WHAT TO DO Inspect the complete system. See "Engine Exhaust" in the Index. Inspect brake lines and hoses for broken, damaged, missing or out-of-position parts as well as needed. You may... be serviced. See "Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light" in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle. Check parking brake adjustment. Throttle Linkage Inspection NOTE: A low brake fluid...
...Look for proper hookup, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. CHECK OR SERVICE Brake System Inspection WHAT TO DO Inspect the complete system. See "Engine Exhaust" in the Index. Inspect brake lines and hoses for broken, damaged, missing or out-of-position parts as well as needed. You may... be serviced. See "Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light" in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle. Check parking brake adjustment. Throttle Linkage Inspection NOTE: A low brake fluid...
Owner's Manual
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...in Gasoline ...209 249 Aluminum Wheels. Cleaning ...Antenna Care ...136 Antifreeze ...223 Anti-lock Brake System ...145 Warning Light ...115 Appearance Care ...244 Appearance Care and Maintenance Materials ...252 Ashtrays and Lighter ...109 Assistance Customer ...283 Hearing/Speech...Adding 228 Brake Fluid ...Electrical Equipment ...125.253 Engine Coolant ...223 2 14 Engine Oil ...Power Steering Fluid ...226 Transaxle Fluid ...220 227 Windshield Washer Fluid ...Air Bag (Supplemental Restraint System) ...33 35 Air Bag Readiness Light ...Aircleaner ...219 122 Air Conditioner ...Air Conditioner ...
...in Gasoline ...209 249 Aluminum Wheels. Cleaning ...Antenna Care ...136 Antifreeze ...223 Anti-lock Brake System ...145 Warning Light ...115 Appearance Care ...244 Appearance Care and Maintenance Materials ...252 Ashtrays and Lighter ...109 Assistance Customer ...283 Hearing/Speech...Adding 228 Brake Fluid ...Electrical Equipment ...125.253 Engine Coolant ...223 2 14 Engine Oil ...Power Steering Fluid ...226 Transaxle Fluid ...220 227 Windshield Washer Fluid ...Air Bag (Supplemental Restraint System) ...33 35 Air Bag Readiness Light ...Aircleaner ...219 122 Air Conditioner ...Air Conditioner ...
Owner's Manual
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...,253 Cellular Telephone, Adding ...125,253 243 Chains, Tire ...Changing a Flat Tire ...197 119 Check Gages Light ...Checking BrakeFluid ...228 223 Engine Coolant ...Engine Oil ...214 Power Steering Fluid ...226 Restraint Systems ...67 220 Transaxle Fluid ...Underhood ...212 Windshield Washer Fluid ...230 System. 'Blowout. Air ...219 Cleaning AluminumWheels ...249 Antenna ...136 Cassette Player ...135 Fabric ...245 Glass ...247 Inside Your Buick ...244 247 Instrument Panel ...Leather ...247 Outside YourBuick ...248 Safety Belts ...247 Underbody Maintenance ...250 Vinyl ...246 White Sidewall Tires...
...,253 Cellular Telephone, Adding ...125,253 243 Chains, Tire ...Changing a Flat Tire ...197 119 Check Gages Light ...Checking BrakeFluid ...228 223 Engine Coolant ...Engine Oil ...214 Power Steering Fluid ...226 Restraint Systems ...67 220 Transaxle Fluid ...Underhood ...212 Windshield Washer Fluid ...230 System. 'Blowout. Air ...219 Cleaning AluminumWheels ...249 Antenna ...136 Cassette Player ...135 Fabric ...245 Glass ...247 Inside Your Buick ...244 247 Instrument Panel ...Leather ...247 Outside YourBuick ...248 Safety Belts ...247 Underbody Maintenance ...250 Vinyl ...246 White Sidewall Tires...