Owner's Manual
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You'll get easier starting your vehicle. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. 3. grounded 110-voltAC outlet. Turn off the engine. 2. Plug it into anormal; O 2-16 Engine Coolant Heater (Option) 2 4 Engine .L 3.1L Engine In very cold weather, OF (- 18 C) or colder, the engine 0 coolant heater can help. To use the coolant heater: 1. Usually, the coolant heater should be pluggedminimum of in a four hours prior to starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up.
You'll get easier starting your vehicle. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. 3. grounded 110-voltAC outlet. Turn off the engine. 2. Plug it into anormal; O 2-16 Engine Coolant Heater (Option) 2 4 Engine .L 3.1L Engine In very cold weather, OF (- 18 C) or colder, the engine 0 coolant heater can help. To use the coolant heater: 1. Usually, the coolant heater should be pluggedminimum of in a four hours prior to starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up.
Owner's Manual
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...correctly diagnosingany mdfunction. 2-55 Low Coolant Warning Light If this 'lightcomes on and stays on to system is also designed assist your vehicle. Your Buick is equipped with a computer which monitors operation ,of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment. (In Canada, OBD IT is replaced by... Enhanced Diagnostics.)The CHECK ENGINElight comes on , the vehicle should OR promptly be indicated by the system before opening the hood. 1 This system is called OBD1 (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure that there a problem and service is is...
...correctly diagnosingany mdfunction. 2-55 Low Coolant Warning Light If this 'lightcomes on and stays on to system is also designed assist your vehicle. Your Buick is equipped with a computer which monitors operation ,of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment. (In Canada, OBD IT is replaced by... Enhanced Diagnostics.)The CHECK ENGINElight comes on , the vehicle should OR promptly be indicated by the system before opening the hood. 1 This system is called OBD1 (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure that there a problem and service is is...
Owner's Manual
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... with the temperature o b all the way in the red h area. obstruction (such as leaves). This helps air-to the highest setting. Defogging and Defrosting I . . ' ' ' the hood Ont ' air inlet'free Of Snowo r ': any other. To defog the side windows while using th,e'air conditioner, set the fight control to BI-LEV...
... with the temperature o b all the way in the red h area. obstruction (such as leaves). This helps air-to the highest setting. Defogging and Defrosting I . . ' ' ' the hood Ont ' air inlet'free Of Snowo r ': any other. To defog the side windows while using th,e'air conditioner, set the fight control to BI-LEV...
Owner's Manual
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... it could be badly start your radio. Turn off all lamps that aren't needed, as radios.This will avoid sparks and help save your Buick, and the bad grounding could You connection you don't want. 2. The repairs wouldn't be injured if the vehicles roll. Unplug unnecessary accessories ... your radio on both batteries. 5. electric fan. ~ ~ ~~~ 4. wouldn't be sure the vehicles aren't touching NOTICE: f cause a ground each vehicle. Open the hoods and locate both vehicles. Keep hands, as well An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can reach, but...
... it could be badly start your radio. Turn off all lamps that aren't needed, as radios.This will avoid sparks and help save your Buick, and the bad grounding could You connection you don't want. 2. The repairs wouldn't be injured if the vehicles roll. Unplug unnecessary accessories ... your radio on both batteries. 5. electric fan. ~ ~ ~~~ 4. wouldn't be sure the vehicles aren't touching NOTICE: f cause a ground each vehicle. Open the hoods and locate both vehicles. Keep hands, as well An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can reach, but...
Owner's Manual
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...by your engine if it overheats,and get everyone away off from it. I NOTICE: I If your engine catches fire because you just open the hood. Wait until there is no coolant, your vehicle can catch You or fire. If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine k Steam froman overheated engine... can burn you badly, even if you keep drivingwhen your Buick's instrument on panel. See "Engine Coolant Temperature Gage" and "Low Coolant Warning Light" in it and get out of steam or coolant before ...
...by your engine if it overheats,and get everyone away off from it. I NOTICE: I If your engine catches fire because you just open the hood. Wait until there is no coolant, your vehicle can catch You or fire. If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine k Steam froman overheated engine... can burn you badly, even if you keep drivingwhen your Buick's instrument on panel. See "Engine Coolant Temperature Gage" and "Low Coolant Warning Light" in it and get out of steam or coolant before ...
Owner's Manual
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... No Steam Is Coming From Your ,Engine If you get the overheat warning but seehear no or steam, the problem may decide not to lift hood but to be too serious. Stop after high-speed driving. Tow a trailer. 4 If you the still have , the overheat w&g, you 're in traffic. . Sometimes the...
... No Steam Is Coming From Your ,Engine If you get the overheat warning but seehear no or steam, the problem may decide not to lift hood but to be too serious. Stop after high-speed driving. Tow a trailer. 4 If you the still have , the overheat w&g, you 're in traffic. . Sometimes the...
Owner's Manual
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2.4L (Code T) Engine When you decide it cools down. 5-15 If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, don't do anything else until it 's safe to the hood, here's what lift you . Electric enginefan - 3.1L (Code M) Engine A CAUTION: An electric fan under the hood can start even up when the engineis not running and can injure you 'll see: A. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. Coolant surge tank with pressure cap B.
2.4L (Code T) Engine When you decide it cools down. 5-15 If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, don't do anything else until it 's safe to the hood, here's what lift you . Electric enginefan - 3.1L (Code M) Engine A CAUTION: An electric fan under the hood can start even up when the engineis not running and can injure you 'll see: A. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. Coolant surge tank with pressure cap B.
Owner's Manual
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... fan. Make sure you fully install Keep hands, clothingand tools away from painted surfaces as soon as possible. 'See "Cleaning the Outside of Your Buick" in the Index. Yourdealer can get the wrong type, it may not fitor have proper venting, and your tankis nearly full, .and is more... if you even when the engineis not running. The diagnostic system can happen if your fueltank andemissions system might be damaged. \ Checking Things Under the Hood Be careful not to the right until on yourselfand then If you A CAUTION: NOTICE: I If you need a new cap, be sure toget the...
... fan. Make sure you fully install Keep hands, clothingand tools away from painted surfaces as soon as possible. 'See "Cleaning the Outside of Your Buick" in the Index. Yourdealer can get the wrong type, it may not fitor have proper venting, and your tankis nearly full, .and is more... if you even when the engineis not running. The diagnostic system can happen if your fueltank andemissions system might be damaged. \ Checking Things Under the Hood Be careful not to the right until on yourselfand then If you A CAUTION: NOTICE: I If you need a new cap, be sure toget the...
Owner's Manual
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...pull the handle inside the vehicle. To open hoodi the 6-7 Then go to drop or spill things thatwill burn onto a hot engine. Liftthe hood. Your parking lampsor .headlamps must be for the on underhood lamp to function when you howto check fluids, lubricants and important parts underhood. or...start afr.These include liquids like gasoline, ie oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and other fluids, and plastic or rubber. al Before closingthe hood, be burned. It is locatedin the area tothe left and beneath the instrument panel. ,Things that burn can get hot engine parts and on ...
...pull the handle inside the vehicle. To open hoodi the 6-7 Then go to drop or spill things thatwill burn onto a hot engine. Liftthe hood. Your parking lampsor .headlamps must be for the on underhood lamp to function when you howto check fluids, lubricants and important parts underhood. or...start afr.These include liquids like gasoline, ie oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and other fluids, and plastic or rubber. al Before closingthe hood, be burned. It is locatedin the area tothe left and beneath the instrument panel. ,Things that burn can get hot engine parts and on ...
Owner's Manual
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Automatic Transaxle Dipstick E. H. A. Engine Coolant Surge Tank B. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir F. Brake Fluid Reservoir Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir Air Cleaner Battery G. Engine Oil Fill Cap C. I. Engine Oil Dipstick D. 2.4L (CODE T) Engine When you open the hood, you'll see-
Automatic Transaxle Dipstick E. H. A. Engine Coolant Surge Tank B. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir F. Brake Fluid Reservoir Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir Air Cleaner Battery G. Engine Oil Fill Cap C. I. Engine Oil Dipstick D. 2.4L (CODE T) Engine When you open the hood, you'll see-
Owner's Manual
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On driver's side, locate the the To headlamp bulb access cover. of the panel on andl liftthe cover off. remove the access cover retainers, turn them one -sixth a turn of Pry counterclockwise and slide them to Step 2. 2. Twist the lock ring clockwise one -quartera turn . up on the button fastener the upperleft of 6-31 Remove the top two bolts and the headlamp lift assembly upward. 3. 1. Raise the hood. On the passenger's side, proceed to the left.
On driver's side, locate the the To headlamp bulb access cover. of the panel on andl liftthe cover off. remove the access cover retainers, turn them one -sixth a turn of Pry counterclockwise and slide them to Step 2. 2. Twist the lock ring clockwise one -quartera turn . up on the button fastener the upperleft of 6-31 Remove the top two bolts and the headlamp lift assembly upward. 3. 1. Raise the hood. On the passenger's side, proceed to the left.
Owner's Manual
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... ...2155381 Note: All capacities are approximate. j Cooling System 2.4L Engine ...11.3 quarts (10.7L) 3.1L Engine ...13.6 quarts (12.9L) See refrigerant charge label under hood. Capacities and Specifications I Engine Crankcase 2.4LEngine ...4 quarts (3.8L) 3.1L Engine ...'...4.5 quarts (4.3L) Automatic Transaxle Pan Removal and Replacement ...6.a quarts (5.7L) After Complete Overhaul ...8.0 quarts (7.6L...
... ...2155381 Note: All capacities are approximate. j Cooling System 2.4L Engine ...11.3 quarts (10.7L) 3.1L Engine ...13.6 quarts (12.9L) See refrigerant charge label under hood. Capacities and Specifications I Engine Crankcase 2.4LEngine ...4 quarts (3.8L) 3.1L Engine ...'...4.5 quarts (4.3L) Automatic Transaxle Pan Removal and Replacement ...6.a quarts (5.7L) After Complete Overhaul ...8.0 quarts (7.6L...
Owner's Manual
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.... working properly. See "Automatic Transaxle"in the Index See for Also lookfor any opened or broken air bag covers, and and latches, including those the hood, tmnk lid, Pr a glove box door and console door.t D tells you see anything that might If Body Lubrication Service its keep a safety belt system from...
.... working properly. See "Automatic Transaxle"in the Index See for Also lookfor any opened or broken air bag covers, and and latches, including those the hood, tmnk lid, Pr a glove box door and console door.t D tells you see anything that might If Body Lubrication Service its keep a safety belt system from...
Owner's Manual
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Multi-purpose lubricant, . Weatherstrip Conditioning Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579 or equivalent). 8 ~ Hood and Door Hinges See "Replacement Parts" in the Inflex for recowended replacement filters &dspark plugs. USAGE FLULD/LUBRICANT Engine oil ...or equivalent) or of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB. Superlube@ (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent). Lubriplate lubricant- Windshield Washer Solvent Hood Latch Assembly Pivots, Spring Anchor and Release Pad 'EZUID/LUBRICANT GM Optikleen@ Washer Solvent (GM PartNo. 1051515) or equivalent. aerosol (GM Part No....
Multi-purpose lubricant, . Weatherstrip Conditioning Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579 or equivalent). 8 ~ Hood and Door Hinges See "Replacement Parts" in the Inflex for recowended replacement filters &dspark plugs. USAGE FLULD/LUBRICANT Engine oil ...or equivalent) or of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB. Superlube@ (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent). Lubriplate lubricant- Windshield Washer Solvent Hood Latch Assembly Pivots, Spring Anchor and Release Pad 'EZUID/LUBRICANT GM Optikleen@ Washer Solvent (GM PartNo. 1051515) or equivalent. aerosol (GM Part No....
Owner's Manual
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.../Low Beam Changer ...2-30 On Reminder ...2-38 6-52 Wiring ...Hearing Impaired, Customer Assistance ...8-3 3-3 Heating ...High-Beam Headlamps ...2-30 HighwayHypnosis ...4-22 4-22 HillandMountainRoads ...Hitches. Trailer ...4-35 Hood 6-6 Checking Things Under ...2-6 ...System Entry Keyless 6-7 Release 2-28 Horn ...Hydroplaning ...4-17 Cleaning ...6-45 Fuse Block...6-53 Optional Cluster ...2-48 2-47 Standard Cluster ...Interior Lamps ...2-39...
.../Low Beam Changer ...2-30 On Reminder ...2-38 6-52 Wiring ...Hearing Impaired, Customer Assistance ...8-3 3-3 Heating ...High-Beam Headlamps ...2-30 HighwayHypnosis ...4-22 4-22 HillandMountainRoads ...Hitches. Trailer ...4-35 Hood 6-6 Checking Things Under ...2-6 ...System Entry Keyless 6-7 Release 2-28 Horn ...Hydroplaning ...4-17 Cleaning ...6-45 Fuse Block...6-53 Optional Cluster ...2-48 2-47 Standard Cluster ...Interior Lamps ...2-39...