Owner's Manual
Page 80
... it could break the key or the ignition switch. It's a theft deterrent feature. If none ofthis works, then your engine. turn the steering wheel. for (E) Start: This key position starts your vehicle needs service. Your engine won't startin any other position-- If it toward you must have your...moving, use things like "Lock." Use "Off' if you . This.position locks your ignition will be in the key and it is the position driving. A E With. Starting Your Engine Move yours,hiftlever to force it was before just you inserted the key. (B) Lock: Before you can the ...
... it could break the key or the ignition switch. It's a theft deterrent feature. If none ofthis works, then your engine. turn the steering wheel. for (E) Start: This key position starts your vehicle needs service. Your engine won't startin any other position-- If it toward you must have your...moving, use things like "Lock." Use "Off' if you . This.position locks your ignition will be in the key and it is the position driving. A E With. Starting Your Engine Move yours,hiftlever to force it was before just you inserted the key. (B) Lock: Before you can the ...
Owner's Manual
Page 86
... or mud. If the selector lever is going uphill, don't hold your brakesor shift into"PYy Park to move the vehicle. NOTICE: If your rear wheels can use it on a hill. 6 1 (First Gear) This position gives you even more than5 miles (8 km), or at speeds over mph (88 km/h), ... much as possible. works like a standard axle most of the rear wheels has no traction and the other does, the limited-slip feature will allow the wheel with only the accelerator pedal. You could overheat and damage the transmission. NOTICE: Don't drive in "2" (Second Gear) for more power (but when one of...
... or mud. If the selector lever is going uphill, don't hold your brakesor shift into"PYy Park to move the vehicle. NOTICE: If your rear wheels can use it on a hill. 6 1 (First Gear) This position gives you even more than5 miles (8 km), or at speeds over mph (88 km/h), ... much as possible. works like a standard axle most of the rear wheels has no traction and the other does, the limited-slip feature will allow the wheel with only the accelerator pedal. You could overheat and damage the transmission. NOTICE: Don't drive in "2" (Second Gear) for more power (but when one of...
Owner's Manual
Page 161
...the anti-lock brake system warning light will stop separately workthe brakes at each front wheel and the at rear wheels. 159 Suddenly animal jumps out in the Index. Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your Buick hasan advanced electronic braking system that willhelp prevent skidding. See "Anti-lock Brake System ...Warning Light" in an front of the wheels is You're driving safely. If there's a problem with ABS. You slam on when ...
...the anti-lock brake system warning light will stop separately workthe brakes at each front wheel and the at rear wheels. 159 Suddenly animal jumps out in the Index. Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your Buick hasan advanced electronic braking system that willhelp prevent skidding. See "Anti-lock Brake System ...Warning Light" in an front of the wheels is You're driving safely. If there's a problem with ABS. You slam on when ...
Owner's Manual
Page 163
... speed. You can -avoid these problems by braking if you can't; But sometimes you can "drive" through the so curve. do their work where the tires meetthe road. to go slower. Steering in your front wheels are times when steering can lose control. 161 That's -the time for evasive action steering around... speed. course, the posted speeds are accelerate gently into the straightaway. Under less the news happen on Curves It's importan; there isn't room. Steering Tips Driving on curves.
... speed. You can -avoid these problems by braking if you can't; But sometimes you can "drive" through the so curve. do their work where the tires meetthe road. to go slower. Steering in your front wheels are times when steering can lose control. 161 That's -the time for evasive action steering around... speed. course, the posted speeds are accelerate gently into the straightaway. Under less the news happen on Curves It's importan; there isn't room. Steering Tips Driving on curves.
Owner's Manual
Page 164
... thespace available. Firstapply your brakes.It is a good reason to practice defensive driving at the recommended9 and 3 o'clock positions, you can from a possible collision. But you have avoided the object. Your Buick can perform very well emergencies like this requires close attention a and quick decision....If you are always possible is better to remove as quickly straightenthe wheel once you have to act steer quickly,and fast, just...
... thespace available. Firstapply your brakes.It is a good reason to practice defensive driving at the recommended9 and 3 o'clock positions, you can from a possible collision. But you have avoided the object. Your Buick can perform very well emergencies like this requires close attention a and quick decision....If you are always possible is better to remove as quickly straightenthe wheel once you have to act steer quickly,and fast, just...
Owner's Manual
Page 165
...or an intersection, delay your pass. Never cross a solid line on collision. broken center line usually indicates it's all traffic accidents-- QUARTER TURN "Drive ahead.'' Look downthe road, to the sides, and to pass another vehicle on a two-lane highway waitsfor just the right moment, accelerates, moves...signs, pavement markings, and lines. Then turn until the up ahead that might affect your passing patterns.If you 're driving. If you can turn the steering wheel to 1/4 turn your vehicle straddles the edge of all right to straight down the roadway. If the levelof the shoulder...
...or an intersection, delay your pass. Never cross a solid line on collision. broken center line usually indicates it's all traffic accidents-- QUARTER TURN "Drive ahead.'' Look downthe road, to the sides, and to pass another vehicle on a two-lane highway waitsfor just the right moment, accelerates, moves...signs, pavement markings, and lines. Then turn until the up ahead that might affect your passing patterns.If you 're driving. If you can turn the steering wheel to 1/4 turn your vehicle straddles the edge of all right to straight down the roadway. If the levelof the shoulder...
Owner's Manual
Page 167
... or steering in a curve causes tires toslip and lose cornering force.And in the acceleration skidtoo much throttle causes the driving wheels to your Buick's three control systems. In the braking skid your wheels' aren't rolling. Always be ready for a second skidif it occurs. 165 Skidding In a skid, a driver lose controlof the vehicle. But...
... or steering in a curve causes tires toslip and lose cornering force.And in the acceleration skidtoo much throttle causes the driving wheels to your Buick's three control systems. In the braking skid your wheels' aren't rolling. Always be ready for a second skidif it occurs. 165 Skidding In a skid, a driver lose controlof the vehicle. But...
Owner's Manual
Page 175
... drowsiness on the road of the the droneof the engine, and the rush the wind against of There is itjust plain falling asleep at the wheel? Highway Hypnosis 0 Maps: Do you sleepy. of the vehicle that can leave the road in than a second, and could crash and be aware that ... about highway hypnosis? If you What can happen. Scan the road ahead and to you delay your route? Is the tread goodenough for long-distance driving? Check your rearview mirrors and your eyes moving. Are the lenses clean? First, be injured. with the hum tires on the highway as "highway ...
... drowsiness on the road of the the droneof the engine, and the rush the wind against of There is itjust plain falling asleep at the wheel? Highway Hypnosis 0 Maps: Do you sleepy. of the vehicle that can leave the road in than a second, and could crash and be aware that ... about highway hypnosis? If you What can happen. Scan the road ahead and to you delay your route? Is the tread goodenough for long-distance driving? Check your rearview mirrors and your eyes moving. Are the lenses clean? First, be injured. with the hum tires on the highway as "highway ...
Owner's Manual
Page 185
...and braking with a trailer, make wider turns so than normal. This can return to the right. Acquaint yourself with the of the steering wheel with a Trailer Towing atrailer requires a certain amount of experience. During your to the left ,just move the trailer to the hand to ...your vehicle without a trailer. Alwaysback up , 183 Driving with hand. Signal well in mind that the vehicle you start,check the trailer hitchand platform, safety chains, electrical connector, lights, tires and ...
...and braking with a trailer, make wider turns so than normal. This can return to the right. Acquaint yourself with the of the steering wheel with a Trailer Towing atrailer requires a certain amount of experience. During your to the left ,just move the trailer to the hand to ...your vehicle without a trailer. Alwaysback up , 183 Driving with hand. Signal well in mind that the vehicle you start,check the trailer hitchand platform, safety chains, electrical connector, lights, tires and ...
Owner's Manual
Page 186
...injured, and both your brakesso much that they not. If you don't shift down a long or steep downgrade. Have someone placechocks under the trailer wheels. 3. Reapply the regular brakes.Then apply your rig If could start down , you might have to check occasionally be damaged. Release the regular brakes.... work well. Parking on Hills You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer attached, on a hill, here's how to do it: Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start to bulbs are in place, release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb...
...injured, and both your brakesso much that they not. If you don't shift down a long or steep downgrade. Have someone placechocks under the trailer wheels. 3. Reapply the regular brakes.Then apply your rig If could start down , you might have to check occasionally be damaged. Release the regular brakes.... work well. Parking on Hills You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer attached, on a hill, here's how to do it: Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start to bulbs are in place, release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb...
Owner's Manual
Page 198
...let the tow operator know that this manual contains detailed towing instructions and illustrations. The make, model, and yearof your Buick. If your vehicle has rear-wheel drive. If there was an accident, what was factory-new by adding aftermarket items like fog lamps, aero skirting, or special... tires and wheels, these instructions and illustrations may want to hav.ea GM dealer ora professional towing service tow your vehicle. 0...
...let the tow operator know that this manual contains detailed towing instructions and illustrations. The make, model, and yearof your Buick. If your vehicle has rear-wheel drive. If there was an accident, what was factory-new by adding aftermarket items like fog lamps, aero skirting, or special... tires and wheels, these instructions and illustrations may want to hav.ea GM dealer ora professional towing service tow your vehicle. 0...
Owner's Manual
Page 209
... particularlyon a curve, acts much more likely to level place. In any rear blowout, remove your off the roadif possible. Get the vehicle under control by driving slowly to leak out slowly. a But if you maintain yourtires properly. If a tire goes flat, the next section shows to use a in skid. ... have "blowout," hereare a few tips about what to expect and what to do: Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid furthertire and wheel damage un by steering theway you can steer. T r on your jacking equipment to a stop , well off the foot accelerator pedaland grip the steering...
... particularlyon a curve, acts much more likely to level place. In any rear blowout, remove your off the roadif possible. Get the vehicle under control by driving slowly to leak out slowly. a But if you maintain yourtires properly. If a tire goes flat, the next section shows to use a in skid. ... have "blowout," hereare a few tips about what to expect and what to do: Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid furthertire and wheel damage un by steering theway you can steer. T r on your jacking equipment to a stop , well off the foot accelerator pedaland grip the steering...
Owner's Manual
Page 288
... 000 km) and then every 15 000 mi. (25 000 km) or as Towing a trailer.*? 0 When operating in stop-and-go traffic. Chassis Lubrication 3. I . Tire & Wheel Inspection & Rotation l l o I+ I 1.1 a m KILOMETERS (000) 65 70 75 0 . 0 80 0 0 Io 0 4. MILES (000) 3 . 6 Item No. 1. as ... (50 000 km)or 24 months. Engine Oil & Filter Change" 2. Every other commercial applications. Cooling System Service* 286 Engine Accessory Drive Belt(s) Inspection* 5. When most trips are less than 10 miles (16 kilometers) and outside temperatures remain below freezing. 0 When most ...
... 000 km) and then every 15 000 mi. (25 000 km) or as Towing a trailer.*? 0 When operating in stop-and-go traffic. Chassis Lubrication 3. I . Tire & Wheel Inspection & Rotation l l o I+ I 1.1 a m KILOMETERS (000) 65 70 75 0 . 0 80 0 0 Io 0 4. MILES (000) 3 . 6 Item No. 1. as ... (50 000 km)or 24 months. Engine Oil & Filter Change" 2. Every other commercial applications. Cooling System Service* 286 Engine Accessory Drive Belt(s) Inspection* 5. When most trips are less than 10 miles (16 kilometers) and outside temperatures remain below freezing. 0 When most ...
Owner's Manual
Page 290
Chassis Lubrication 3. Tire & Wheel Inspection & Rotation 4.Engine Accessory Drive Belt(s) Inspection* Every 30 000 mi. (50 000 km) or 24 mos. 5. Engine Ol Change* i I 25 I 37.5 I KILOMETERS (000) 50 I 62.5 I apply. Front Wheel Bearing Repack 30 Every 000 mi. (50 000 km) 288 Cooling System Service* 6. Scheduled Maintenance Services Schedule I1 I ...I) I I 12.5 Item No. 1. WHEN TO PERFORM Miles (kilometers) or Months, Whichever Occurs First I MILES (000) TO BE SERVICED (See Explanation of conditions Schedule none driving specified the if in I 75 Oil Filter Change* 2.
Chassis Lubrication 3. Tire & Wheel Inspection & Rotation 4.Engine Accessory Drive Belt(s) Inspection* Every 30 000 mi. (50 000 km) or 24 mos. 5. Engine Ol Change* i I 25 I 37.5 I KILOMETERS (000) 50 I 62.5 I apply. Front Wheel Bearing Repack 30 Every 000 mi. (50 000 km) 288 Cooling System Service* 6. Scheduled Maintenance Services Schedule I1 I ...I) I I 12.5 Item No. 1. WHEN TO PERFORM Miles (kilometers) or Months, Whichever Occurs First I MILES (000) TO BE SERVICED (See Explanation of conditions Schedule none driving specified the if in I 75 Oil Filter Change* 2.
Owner's Manual
Page 292
... performance.) Check for cracks, fraying, wear and as proper tension. For more information, see irregular premature wear, check the wheel alignment. Chassis Lubrication -- Engine Accessory Drive Belt(s) Inspection-Inspect the belt(s) for damaged wheels also. 4. For proper wear and maximum tire life, rotate your oil very to reset the Oil Life Monitor when...
... performance.) Check for cracks, fraying, wear and as proper tension. For more information, see irregular premature wear, check the wheel alignment. Chassis Lubrication -- Engine Accessory Drive Belt(s) Inspection-Inspect the belt(s) for damaged wheels also. 4. For proper wear and maximum tire life, rotate your oil very to reset the Oil Life Monitor when...
Owner's Manual
Page 313
... Blowout. Tire ...207 Brake 247 Adjustment ...Anti-lock ...159 245 Fluid ...245 MasterCylinder ...Parking ...85 PedalTravel ...247 Replacement ...248 System. Driving Under the Influence ...154 Alcohol in .Gasoline ...225 Aluminum Wheels. Anti-lock Warning Light ...120 311 Part 9 Index Adding BrakeFluid ...245 272 ElectricalEquipment ...200. 240 Engine Coolant ...231 Engineoil ...243 Power...
... Blowout. Tire ...207 Brake 247 Adjustment ...Anti-lock ...159 245 Fluid ...245 MasterCylinder ...Parking ...85 PedalTravel ...247 Replacement ...248 System. Driving Under the Influence ...154 Alcohol in .Gasoline ...225 Aluminum Wheels. Anti-lock Warning Light ...120 311 Part 9 Index Adding BrakeFluid ...245 272 ElectricalEquipment ...200. 240 Engine Coolant ...231 Engineoil ...243 Power...