Owner's Manual
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.... -- -- 2-13 time you followthese guidelines: Don't drive at this breaking-in guideline every Program at1-800-252- 1112. NOTICE: Remember to check You the slow for the first 200 miles (322 km) or so. for Avoid making hard stops for the first500 miles (805 km). See ...fuse (see "Fuses and Circuit Breakers" the Index).See in . In an emergency, the Buick Roadside Assistance call Follow this time. in Don't make full-throttle starts. Yourvehicle is started.the engine stalls and the THEFT SYSTEM flashes, wait until the light light stopsflashing before trying to "break-...
.... -- -- 2-13 time you followthese guidelines: Don't drive at this breaking-in guideline every Program at1-800-252- 1112. NOTICE: Remember to check You the slow for the first 200 miles (322 km) or so. for Avoid making hard stops for the first500 miles (805 km). See ...fuse (see "Fuses and Circuit Breakers" the Index).See in . In an emergency, the Buick Roadside Assistance call Follow this time. in Don't make full-throttle starts. Yourvehicle is started.the engine stalls and the THEFT SYSTEM flashes, wait until the light light stopsflashing before trying to "break-...
Owner's Manual
Page 77
... the extra gasoline from the engine. Before adding electrical equipment, check with too much gasoline. I 1 NOTICE: Holding yourkey in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will go down as you ever have to START. If it doesn't start (or starts but this until the engine starts.As soon asit does, let... go of the key. 2-16 Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn the key to have your idle engine gets warm. Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holdingit there as your vehicle towed, see tells the part of ...
... the extra gasoline from the engine. Before adding electrical equipment, check with too much gasoline. I 1 NOTICE: Holding yourkey in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will go down as you ever have to START. If it doesn't start (or starts but this until the engine starts.As soon asit does, let... go of the key. 2-16 Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn the key to have your idle engine gets warm. Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holdingit there as your vehicle towed, see tells the part of ...
Owner's Manual
Page 78
.... Try pushing your accelerator pedal l the way to the al floor and holding there as your engine won't start(or starts but then stops), it could change the way the engine operates.Before adding electrical equipment, check with the electronics in it without damaging your dealer. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your...
.... Try pushing your accelerator pedal l the way to the al floor and holding there as your engine won't start(or starts but then stops), it could change the way the engine operates.Before adding electrical equipment, check with the electronics in it without damaging your dealer. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your...
Owner's Manual
Page 116
...Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be a problem, check the section that something can dangerous. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you...you should not be on your vehicle.The pictures will see in the area,engine red or damage occur. Warning lights come on the next few pages, some warning lights comeon briefly... this happens. Tachometer (If Equipped) 5 1 The tachometer tells you how fast the engine is wrong beforeit becomes serious enough to know when there's a problem with your vehicle. may I NOTICE: Do ...
...Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be a problem, check the section that something can dangerous. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you...you should not be on your vehicle.The pictures will see in the area,engine red or damage occur. Warning lights come on the next few pages, some warning lights comeon briefly... this happens. Tachometer (If Equipped) 5 1 The tachometer tells you how fast the engine is wrong beforeit becomes serious enough to know when there's a problem with your vehicle. may I NOTICE: Do ...
Owner's Manual
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...should flash for tells you if there is ready. The light for a few seconds. Have your engine, and it will flash for about20 seconds, then it will come onfor about 55 seconds. The ...instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. This means the system is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensor, the air bag modules, If the air bag readiness light stays on...bag i system may not work properly. The air bag readiness light should go out. The system checks the air bag's electrical system malfunctions. Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN...
...should flash for tells you if there is ready. The light for a few seconds. Have your engine, and it will flash for about20 seconds, then it will come onfor about 55 seconds. The ...instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. This means the system is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensor, the air bag modules, If the air bag readiness light stays on...bag i system may not work properly. The air bag readiness light should go out. The system checks the air bag's electrical system malfunctions. Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN...
Owner's Manual
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...engine is too hot. your engine coolant has overheated. Low Coolant Warning Light If this manual shows what to do. See "Engine Overheating" in the Index. off before opening the hood. If See "Engine Coolant" in the Index. 2-61 Engine... Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature.If ... the red area, your vehicle under normal signs of steam, see "Engine Overheating"in the Index driving conditions, you should pull the road, stop...
...engine is too hot. your engine coolant has overheated. Low Coolant Warning Light If this manual shows what to do. See "Engine Overheating" in the Index. off before opening the hood. If See "Engine Coolant" in the Index. 2-61 Engine... Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature.If ... the red area, your vehicle under normal signs of steam, see "Engine Overheating"in the Index driving conditions, you should pull the road, stop...
Owner's Manual
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...to show you keep driving your vehicle with a computer which monitors operationof the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. I NOTICE: ' CHECK ENGINE If you is on, it This lightwill also comeon during a malfunction in correctly diagnosing any problem is apparent. An emission control system... system before any malfunction. This may be required. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) Your Buickis equipped with this light on, after a while, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel...
...to show you keep driving your vehicle with a computer which monitors operationof the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. I NOTICE: ' CHECK ENGINE If you is on, it This lightwill also comeon during a malfunction in correctly diagnosing any problem is apparent. An emission control system... system before any malfunction. This may be required. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) Your Buickis equipped with this light on, after a while, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel...
Owner's Manual
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...has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to park your dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle. turn off . tr If you experience one at least 10 seconds and restart the engine. Find a safe place to any mechanical or electrical fix problems that may have made the... be ableto correct the emission system malfunction by the systemand cause the light tou n on acceleration. (These conditions may go away once the engine is safe to turnthe light off . A left loose or missing fuel cap will allowfuel to your vehicle with cap properly the installed shouldturn ...
...has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to park your dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle. turn off . tr If you experience one at least 10 seconds and restart the engine. Find a safe place to any mechanical or electrical fix problems that may have made the... be ableto correct the emission system malfunction by the systemand cause the light tou n on acceleration. (These conditions may go away once the engine is safe to turnthe light off . A left loose or missing fuel cap will allowfuel to your vehicle with cap properly the installed shouldturn ...
Owner's Manual
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... possible and have fixed so it will it doesn't, be burned. If it be there to your engine from neglected oil problems can come on briefly, which normal and is doesn't showa problem: 0 As a bulb check, the light comes on when you makea hard stop sign, the light may come on , it... catches fire.You or otherscould be sure to have your s vehicle serviced. could be costly and is not covered by your warranty. 2-64 This light can be a problem with your engine oil pressure...
... possible and have fixed so it will it doesn't, be burned. If it be there to your engine from neglected oil problems can come on briefly, which normal and is doesn't showa problem: 0 As a bulb check, the light comes on when you makea hard stop sign, the light may come on , it... catches fire.You or otherscould be sure to have your s vehicle serviced. could be costly and is not covered by your warranty. 2-64 This light can be a problem with your engine oil pressure...
Owner's Manual
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Check Oil Light(3100 Engine Only) Passlock Warning Light T h i s light will come on CHECK OIL THEFT SYSTEM briefly when-you turn the key toward the START position The light will stay on until the vehicle starts. the vehicle fails to start, see "Passlock" I €the light flashes,the Passlock System has entered a tamper mode. I € in the hdex.
Check Oil Light(3100 Engine Only) Passlock Warning Light T h i s light will come on CHECK OIL THEFT SYSTEM briefly when-you turn the key toward the START position The light will stay on until the vehicle starts. the vehicle fails to start, see "Passlock" I €the light flashes,the Passlock System has entered a tamper mode. I € in the hdex.
Owner's Manual
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...on whenever you turn a corner, speed up than half of the tank's capacity to EMPTY (E). When the indicator nears EMPTY (E), you turn the engine off, the gage doesn't goall the way back to it took more right away. All these situations are in the warning zones. on are ...starting the engine. . - Fuel Gage Your fuel gage shows how much fuel is in your t& It works only when the engine is on while youdriving, check your various gages tosee if they are nothing wrongwith the fuel gage. It ...
...on whenever you turn a corner, speed up than half of the tank's capacity to EMPTY (E). When the indicator nears EMPTY (E), you turn the engine off, the gage doesn't goall the way back to it took more right away. All these situations are in the warning zones. on are ...starting the engine. . - Fuel Gage Your fuel gage shows how much fuel is in your t& It works only when the engine is on while youdriving, check your various gages tosee if they are nothing wrongwith the fuel gage. It ...
Owner's Manual
Page 154
... the operationof sound equipmentthat has been added improperly. like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way radio be sure to check Federal rules covering mobileradio and telephone units. -- 3-25 Your radio maydisplay CLN to indicate that not cleaned regularly can , it's very ...50 hours of use. If this other systems, and even damage them.Your vehicle's systems mayinterfere with the operation your vehicle's of engine, Delcoradio or other cassette has improvement no in cases awayfrom contaminants, direct sunlight and extreme heat.I you should clean it properly. ...
... the operationof sound equipmentthat has been added improperly. like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way radio be sure to check Federal rules covering mobileradio and telephone units. -- 3-25 Your radio maydisplay CLN to indicate that not cleaned regularly can , it's very ...50 hours of use. If this other systems, and even damage them.Your vehicle's systems mayinterfere with the operation your vehicle's of engine, Delcoradio or other cassette has improvement no in cases awayfrom contaminants, direct sunlight and extreme heat.I you should clean it properly. ...
Owner's Manual
Page 157
..., can interfere with FM signals, causing the sound to reduce this noise ever get if you the best sound. So, before your vehicle's engine, Delco radio or other . Try reducing the treble to come and go. But FM signals will give you it properly. Tips About Your Audio...setting. Tall buildings or hills can cause stationsto interfere with the operation of your hearing adapts to a safe sound level before adding sound equipment, check with the operation of sound equipment that seems normal can add f what you hear comfortably and clearly. 1 FM stereo will reach only about...
..., can interfere with FM signals, causing the sound to reduce this noise ever get if you the best sound. So, before your vehicle's engine, Delco radio or other . Try reducing the treble to come and go. But FM signals will give you it properly. Tips About Your Audio...setting. Tall buildings or hills can cause stationsto interfere with the operation of your hearing adapts to a safe sound level before adding sound equipment, check with the operation of sound equipment that seems normal can add f what you hear comfortably and clearly. 1 FM stereo will reach only about...
Owner's Manual
Page 166
... the brakes at each wheel and at front the rear wheels. You slam on , and you . the You're driving safely. When you start your engine, or when you begin to drive away, your brake pedal moves a little. is about tostop rolling, the computer will prevent a braking skid. See "Anti-Lock... that your anti-lock brake system will stay on. one If of you may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this warning light will check itself. See "Anti-Lock System WarningLight" in the Index.
... the brakes at each wheel and at front the rear wheels. You slam on , and you . the You're driving safely. When you start your engine, or when you begin to drive away, your brake pedal moves a little. is about tostop rolling, the computer will prevent a braking skid. See "Anti-Lock... that your anti-lock brake system will stay on. one If of you may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this warning light will check itself. See "Anti-Lock System WarningLight" in the Index.
Owner's Manual
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...distance. If you need it Once you are moving on a Long Trip 0 Make sure you checked all across North America. Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not to your route? Wiper... as after a day's -work -- The exit speed is usually posted. After driving for it . Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you 're ready. for any circumstances, and back up -to-date maps? 4-... and maintained, it needs slightly slower at higher speeds, you may tend to the proper Buick dealerships all levels? course, Of you'll find experienced and able service experts in advance....
...distance. If you need it Once you are moving on a Long Trip 0 Make sure you checked all across North America. Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not to your route? Wiper... as after a day's -work -- The exit speed is usually posted. After driving for it . Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you 're ready. for any circumstances, and back up -to-date maps? 4-... and maintained, it needs slightly slower at higher speeds, you may tend to the proper Buick dealerships all levels? course, Of you'll find experienced and able service experts in advance....
Owner's Manual
Page 182
... driving in less than a second, you sleepy. instruments frequently. For safety, treat drowsiness on the of the road, thedrone of the engine, and the rush of awareness, or whatever. Check your rearview mirrors and your eyes moving. Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition "highway hypnosis"? Scan the road ahead and to...
... driving in less than a second, you sleepy. instruments frequently. For safety, treat drowsiness on the of the road, thedrone of the engine, and the rush of awareness, or whatever. Check your rearview mirrors and your eyes moving. Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition "highway hypnosis"? Scan the road ahead and to...
Owner's Manual
Page 183
...Always have poor braking or even none going or down , your own lane when driving on your engine assist your engine do all fluid levels and also the brakes, cooling system tires, and transaxle. You could get... lane. You would then have your vehicle in gear when you go you go uphill. Keep your engine runningand yourvehicle in good shape. Stay in hills or mountains. These parts can make your lane, likea...see highway signs on mountain roads. Drive at speeds that warn of well. Check all the work hard on mountains that let you don't shift down a hill.
...Always have poor braking or even none going or down , your own lane when driving on your engine assist your engine do all fluid levels and also the brakes, cooling system tires, and transaxle. You could get... lane. You would then have your vehicle in gear when you go you go uphill. Keep your engine runningand yourvehicle in good shape. Stay in hills or mountains. These parts can make your lane, likea...see highway signs on mountain roads. Drive at speeds that warn of well. Check all the work hard on mountains that let you don't shift down a hill.
Owner's Manual
Page 197
Always back up ,the trailer lamps will also flash, telling other objects. Turn Signals WhenTowing a Trailer The green arrows on your engine and transaxle. Signal well in couldbe damaged. If you cannot maintain posted speeds, driving at a lower speed may behind you 're about to ... are burned out. Avoid turns while trailering. Do this so your signal when they wouldget hot and no longer work well. It's important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are not. Your vehicle making very sharp turns while trailering could come contact with a trailer, make wider ...
Always back up ,the trailer lamps will also flash, telling other objects. Turn Signals WhenTowing a Trailer The green arrows on your engine and transaxle. Signal well in couldbe damaged. If you cannot maintain posted speeds, driving at a lower speed may behind you 're about to ... are burned out. Avoid turns while trailering. Do this so your signal when they wouldget hot and no longer work well. It's important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are not. Your vehicle making very sharp turns while trailering could come contact with a trailer, make wider ...
Owner's Manual
Page 198
... and the Index will need service more for on the brake pedal. 2. When the wheel chocks are automatic transaxle fluid (don't overfill), engine oil, belt, cooling system and brake adjustment. Reapply the regular brakes. See the Maintenance Schedule more often when you : Start your regular brakes... while you 're pulling a trailer. the 4. Each of these sections before you ever have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels. 3. Check periodically to that are especially important in trailer operation are place, release the in this . But if you start to move. Shift into PARK...
... and the Index will need service more for on the brake pedal. 2. When the wheel chocks are automatic transaxle fluid (don't overfill), engine oil, belt, cooling system and brake adjustment. Reapply the regular brakes. See the Maintenance Schedule more often when you : Start your regular brakes... while you 're pulling a trailer. the 4. Each of these sections before you ever have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels. 3. Check periodically to that are especially important in trailer operation are place, release the in this . But if you start to move. Shift into PARK...
Owner's Manual
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Checking Engine Oil Pull out the dipetick and clean it with a paper towelor cloth, then push it again, l keeping the tip down, and check~the level. Remove it baek in a l the way.
Checking Engine Oil Pull out the dipetick and clean it with a paper towelor cloth, then push it again, l keeping the tip down, and check~the level. Remove it baek in a l the way.