Owner's Manual
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..., axle lubricant, belts, cooling system, and brake adjustment.Each of these sections before you 're pulling a trailer.See the Maintenance Schedule for more often when you start your trailer. Stop and have someone pick up on the brake pedal. 3. Check periodically... in this . trailer weight. 0 Level the vehicle with the load leveling spring bars (equalizers). 0 Leave thefuse out whiletowing your trip. Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will help you : 0 0 0 Trailer Hitching Procedure Using Weight a Distributing (Equalizing) Hitch (Recommendedfor loaded trailers...
..., axle lubricant, belts, cooling system, and brake adjustment.Each of these sections before you 're pulling a trailer.See the Maintenance Schedule for more often when you start your trailer. Stop and have someone pick up on the brake pedal. 3. Check periodically... in this . trailer weight. 0 Level the vehicle with the load leveling spring bars (equalizers). 0 Leave thefuse out whiletowing your trip. Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will help you : 0 0 0 Trailer Hitching Procedure Using Weight a Distributing (Equalizing) Hitch (Recommendedfor loaded trailers...
Owner's Manual
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... and supported service people. To order the proper service manual, "Service Publications"in the Index. 224 See "Maintenance Record" in the Index. Your vehicle has an air bag system. Bag-Equipped Buick" in the Index.", You should keep your GM vehicle all your own iervice work , "Servicing Your Air ...see manual can. Before attempting to serviceyow, Buick than this see . Genuine GM parts haveone of perform. I . We hope you 'll want to your We dealer for all GM. I Doing ...
... and supported service people. To order the proper service manual, "Service Publications"in the Index. 224 See "Maintenance Record" in the Index. Your vehicle has an air bag system. Bag-Equipped Buick" in the Index.", You should keep your GM vehicle all your own iervice work , "Servicing Your Air ...see manual can. Before attempting to serviceyow, Buick than this see . Genuine GM parts haveone of perform. I . We hope you 'll want to your We dealer for all GM. I Doing ...
Owner's Manual
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Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replacethe air filter. And, dirt can cause a i s damaging engine fire. Air Cleaner NOTICE: The air cleaneris located on the tabs ... air cleaner place when you're driving. the Replace theair filter, close the cover.and screw on the driver's sideof the engine compartment. See "Scheduled Maintenance Services" the Index. in If the air cleaner off, a backfire can easily get into your engine, which will damage it. in 236 To check or...
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replacethe air filter. And, dirt can cause a i s damaging engine fire. Air Cleaner NOTICE: The air cleaneris located on the tabs ... air cleaner place when you're driving. the Replace theair filter, close the cover.and screw on the driver's sideof the engine compartment. See "Scheduled Maintenance Services" the Index. in If the air cleaner off, a backfire can easily get into your engine, which will damage it. in 236 To check or...
Owner's Manual
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...check procedures. At high speed for ten minutes.Then follow all the instructions here, or you may a choose to Check Because this done at a Buick dealership Service Department. NOTICE: Too much can damage your fluid. Wait at operating temperature, which is 180°F to 200°F (82°C... engine parts or exhaust system, starting fire. Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to 93°C). Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to get the right reading, the fluid should be little difficult, you could come out and fall on the a dipstick...
...check procedures. At high speed for ten minutes.Then follow all the instructions here, or you may a choose to Check Because this done at a Buick dealership Service Department. NOTICE: Too much can damage your fluid. Wait at operating temperature, which is 180°F to 200°F (82°C... engine parts or exhaust system, starting fire. Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to 93°C). Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to get the right reading, the fluid should be little difficult, you could come out and fall on the a dipstick...
Owner's Manual
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..." in the COLD area for a cold check or inthe HOT area or cross-hatched area for a hot check. ' How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of the dipstick,and lower' re%3 'the? much fluid, generally less than DEXRON@IIEis not covered by your new vehicle...
..." in the COLD area for a cold check or inthe HOT area or cross-hatched area for a hot check. ' How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of the dipstick,and lower' re%3 'the? much fluid, generally less than DEXRON@IIEis not covered by your new vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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...else. 240 What to how add coolant whenit is low. Rear Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Engine Coolant The following explains your Buick will: How to add some lubricant. Add enough lubricant to 262O ( 128O C) . Let the warning lights workas they should. Give ...ounces (118 ml) of the filler plug hole Axle Lubricant (GMa t No. 1052271) or SAE8OW-90 GL-5 gear lubricant. See Index. "Periodic Maintenance Inspections" in often to check the lubricant and when to GM Specification 1825-M with Pr of Limited-Slip Differential Lubricant Additive (GM Part No. 1052358...
...else. 240 What to how add coolant whenit is low. Rear Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Engine Coolant The following explains your Buick will: How to add some lubricant. Add enough lubricant to 262O ( 128O C) . Let the warning lights workas they should. Give ...ounces (118 ml) of the filler plug hole Axle Lubricant (GMa t No. 1052271) or SAE8OW-90 GL-5 gear lubricant. See Index. "Periodic Maintenance Inspections" in often to check the lubricant and when to GM Specification 1825-M with Pr of Limited-Slip Differential Lubricant Additive (GM Part No. 1052358...
Owner's Manual
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... and damage hoses and seals. 243 Power SteeringFluid The power steering cap is to the left of the engine fan. .What to Add Refer tothe Maintenance Schedule to use.See "Recommended Fluids and I Lubricants" the Index.
... and damage hoses and seals. 243 Power SteeringFluid The power steering cap is to the left of the engine fan. .What to Add Refer tothe Maintenance Schedule to use.See "Recommended Fluids and I Lubricants" the Index.
Owner's Manual
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... other reason is that fluid is , you get newbrake linings. If it isn't a good idea "top off" to check your brake fluid, See "periodic Maintenance hspections,~ in , the fluid level goes back up. So, it is leaking outof the brake system. The first is done on the brake hydraulic system...fluid level in your brake fluid. When new liningsare put in the Index. 245 You should have too much fluid when you Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to your master cylinder might go down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear. is here. Brakes Brake ...
... other reason is that fluid is , you get newbrake linings. If it isn't a good idea "top off" to check your brake fluid, See "periodic Maintenance hspections,~ in , the fluid level goes back up. So, it is leaking outof the brake system. The first is done on the brake hydraulic system...fluid level in your brake fluid. When new liningsare put in the Index. 245 You should have too much fluid when you Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to your master cylinder might go down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear. is here. Brakes Brake ...
Owner's Manual
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...good quality pocket-type gage to Check Tire Inspection and Rotation Check your tires once a month or more. Simply looking at 60 psi Services" in Maintenance Schedule. FRONT Use this rotation pattern. 257 Also, check the To make your tires have a compact spare tire, it should be at the tires... tell you the -pressure, especiallyif you have valve caps, sure to put them inspected and tire pressure of the spare tire. See "Scheduled Maintenance If you have them back be on. If your tires last longer, have radial tires which may look properly inflated even if they're underinflated...
...good quality pocket-type gage to Check Tire Inspection and Rotation Check your tires once a month or more. Simply looking at 60 psi Services" in Maintenance Schedule. FRONT Use this rotation pattern. 257 Also, check the To make your tires have a compact spare tire, it should be at the tires... tell you the -pressure, especiallyif you have valve caps, sure to put them inspected and tire pressure of the spare tire. See "Scheduled Maintenance If you have them back be on. If your tires last longer, have radial tires which may look properly inflated even if they're underinflated...
Owner's Manual
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... of the frame should be loosened before being flushed. 12 months or 12,000 miles (20 000 km) of and other debris can collect. Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used forice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan, and exhaust system... have corrosion protection. these materials from the job Although no chargeto the owner, the surfaces of purchase, whichever comes first. Airborne pollutants can do this , Buick underbody with plain water.
... of the frame should be loosened before being flushed. 12 months or 12,000 miles (20 000 km) of and other debris can collect. Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used forice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan, and exhaust system... have corrosion protection. these materials from the job Although no chargeto the owner, the surfaces of purchase, whichever comes first. Airborne pollutants can do this , Buick underbody with plain water.
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from get can Buick your these You 271 Appearance Care and Maintenance Materials I dealer.
from get can Buick your these You 271 Appearance Care and Maintenance Materials I dealer.
Owner's Manual
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...) Crankcase Capacity(With Filter)5.0 quarts/4.7 liters Rear Axle Lubricant Capacity 4.3 pints/2.03 liters Transmission Drain and Refill- 10.0 pints/4.7 liters Overhaul - 22.4 pints/l0.6 liters Maintenance Item Part Numbers Air Cleaner-AC 1096C Fuel Filter- If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant, be necessary. For additional information, see...
...) Crankcase Capacity(With Filter)5.0 quarts/4.7 liters Rear Axle Lubricant Capacity 4.3 pints/2.03 liters Transmission Drain and Refill- 10.0 pints/4.7 liters Overhaul - 22.4 pints/l0.6 liters Maintenance Item Part Numbers Air Cleaner-AC 1096C Fuel Filter- If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant, be necessary. For additional information, see...
Owner's Manual
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... Services ...AtEachFuelFill ...AtLeastOnceaMonth ...AtLeastOnceaYear ...Section C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections ...Section D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...Section E: Maintenance Record ...282 282 283 283 285 285 285 286 288 290 293 293 294 294 297 299 301 281 Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety. . Part 7 MaintenanceSchedule This part covers the maintenance required for your Buick .
... Services ...AtEachFuelFill ...AtLeastOnceaMonth ...AtLeastOnceaYear ...Section C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections ...Section D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...Section E: Maintenance Record ...282 282 283 283 285 285 285 286 288 290 293 293 294 294 297 299 301 281 Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety. . Part 7 MaintenanceSchedule This part covers the maintenance required for your Buick .
Owner's Manual
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...even need vary. more frequent checks and replacements than you will So find in the schedules in making deliveries. If you have their GM vehicles, maintenance needs, You may drive it . Or you may drive very short You distances only a few times a week. dealer can be Your relied ...to have any questions on you how to keep your to use proper parts practices. See your new vehicle warranties. Introduction A Word About Maintenance We at General Motors want help you keep your vehiclein good condition, see your Buick dealer,the place many GM owners choose to ways. and , 282
...even need vary. more frequent checks and replacements than you will So find in the schedules in making deliveries. If you have their GM vehicles, maintenance needs, You may drive it . Or you may drive very short You distances only a few times a week. dealer can be Your relied ...to have any questions on you how to keep your to use proper parts practices. See your new vehicle warranties. Introduction A Word About Maintenance We at General Motors want help you keep your vehiclein good condition, see your Buick dealer,the place many GM owners choose to ways. and , 282
Owner's Manual
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...inflation can be complex,so unless you are technically qualified and have done and how often. Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to have the necessary equipment, should you will finda list of publications andhow to get them in this partis divided...the Index. 283 Some these If you are important. help protect our environment, and help keep your vehicle properly. Improper vehicle maintenance or the removal of important components can significantly affect the quality of services can increase the To level of this manual. All recommended...
...inflation can be complex,so unless you are technically qualified and have done and how often. Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to have the necessary equipment, should you will finda list of publications andhow to get them in this partis divided...the Index. 283 Some these If you are important. help protect our environment, and help keep your vehicle properly. Improper vehicle maintenance or the removal of important components can significantly affect the quality of services can increase the To level of this manual. All recommended...
Owner's Manual
Page 287
you go traffic). Here's how decide which of the two schedules is right for your vehicle. Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedules This section tells you the maintenance services you 'll need to decide which to schedule to follow Schedule I Is 'any one (or more) of these is true for ...than 4 miles (6 km). Most trips are for your vehicle? Schedule 11 Follow Schedule 1 .only if none of door-to be happy with, it. Your Buick dealerknows~ your If service needs, you'll know that : carry passengers and cargo within legal driving limits.
you go traffic). Here's how decide which of the two schedules is right for your vehicle. Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedules This section tells you the maintenance services you 'll need to decide which to schedule to follow Schedule I Is 'any one (or more) of these is true for ...than 4 miles (6 km). Most trips are for your vehicle? Schedule 11 Follow Schedule 1 .only if none of door-to be happy with, it. Your Buick dealerknows~ your If service needs, you'll know that : carry passengers and cargo within legal driving limits.
Owner's Manual
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... conditions: I . MILES (000) 3 . 6 Item No. 1. as necessary Every 30 000 mi. (50 000 km)or 24 months. Scheduled Maintenance Services Schedule I _ _ _ ~ ~ ~~ ~~~ ~ Follow' Schedule if your car isMAINLY driven underone ormore of Scheduled Maintenance Services Following Schedules I should also be followed if the car is used for delivery service, police, taxi or other...
... conditions: I . MILES (000) 3 . 6 Item No. 1. as necessary Every 30 000 mi. (50 000 km)or 24 months. Scheduled Maintenance Services Schedule I _ _ _ ~ ~ ~~ ~~~ ~ Follow' Schedule if your car isMAINLY driven underone ormore of Scheduled Maintenance Services Following Schedules I should also be followed if the car is used for delivery service, police, taxi or other...
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Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be performed after in "Section EMaintenance Record". 287 An Emission Control Service. General Motors, however, urges that the failure to perform thismaintenance item will not ...
Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be performed after in "Section EMaintenance Record". 287 An Emission Control Service. General Motors, however, urges that the failure to perform thismaintenance item will not ...
Owner's Manual
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... of conditions Schedule none driving specified the if in I apply. Engine Ol Change* i I 25 I 37.5 I KILOMETERS (000) 50 I 62.5 I 12.5 Item No. 1. Chassis Lubrication 3. Scheduled Maintenance Services Schedule I1 I Follow Schedule I1 ONLY of Scheduled Maintenance Services Following I Schedules I and I) I I 75 Oil Filter Change* 2.
... of conditions Schedule none driving specified the if in I apply. Engine Ol Change* i I 25 I 37.5 I KILOMETERS (000) 50 I 62.5 I 12.5 Item No. 1. Chassis Lubrication 3. Scheduled Maintenance Services Schedule I1 I Follow Schedule I1 ONLY of Scheduled Maintenance Services Following I Schedules I and I) I I 75 Oil Filter Change* 2.
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Transmission Service 8. Protection Agency the California Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended maintenance services be and recorded in this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of Scheduled Maintenance Services Following Schedules I and 11) r WHEN TO PERFORM Miles (kilometers) or Months, ...failure to perform this schedule up to 000 miles (75 000 km) should be performed after 000 45 45 miles at the indicated intervalsthe maintenance be performed at the same intervals. Spark Plug Replacement* 9.
Transmission Service 8. Protection Agency the California Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended maintenance services be and recorded in this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of Scheduled Maintenance Services Following Schedules I and 11) r WHEN TO PERFORM Miles (kilometers) or Months, ...failure to perform this schedule up to 000 miles (75 000 km) should be performed after 000 45 45 miles at the indicated intervalsthe maintenance be performed at the same intervals. Spark Plug Replacement* 9.