Owner's Manual
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... your vehicle running properly and looking good. to Maintenance Schedule This section tells you when perform vehicle maintenance and what do if you how use your audio system. You can use , to read. The 1998 Buick Skylark Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you have a problem while driving, such as atire or overheated engine, etc. i to drive under different conditions. Problems on page 8-8. to to operate your seats and safety belts...
... your vehicle running properly and looking good. to Maintenance Schedule This section tells you when perform vehicle maintenance and what do if you how use your audio system. You can use , to read. The 1998 Buick Skylark Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you have a problem while driving, such as atire or overheated engine, etc. i to drive under different conditions. Problems on page 8-8. to to operate your seats and safety belts...
Owner's Manual
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release the lever and try to move the seat with your body, to where you want Then it . Slide the seat to make sure the seat locked in place. is Turn the knob onthe right front of the seat to unlock it . 2-Way Manual Seat Manual Lumbar Support(If Equipped) Passenger's Side Move the control lever under the front of the driver's seat for cushion to the right or to left to adjust the support the the lower back. 1-3
release the lever and try to move the seat with your body, to where you want Then it . Slide the seat to make sure the seat locked in place. is Turn the knob onthe right front of the seat to unlock it . 2-Way Manual Seat Manual Lumbar Support(If Equipped) Passenger's Side Move the control lever under the front of the driver's seat for cushion to the right or to left to adjust the support the the lower back. 1-3
Owner's Manual
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... it , the battery cables are close to You is inflate while someone working onyour vehicle. would have to You replace the air bags as into -water up to tow unless it inflates. Your dealer andthe Skylark Service Manual have to doso. To the purchase a service manual, see "Service and Owner Publications" in several places of around your vehicle and soaks carpet, the air bag controller the If...
... it , the battery cables are close to You is inflate while someone working onyour vehicle. would have to You replace the air bags as into -water up to tow unless it inflates. Your dealer andthe Skylark Service Manual have to doso. To the purchase a service manual, see "Service and Owner Publications" in several places of around your vehicle and soaks carpet, the air bag controller the If...
Owner's Manual
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.... Push and pullthe child restraint in the rear seat. Always secure a rear-facing child restraint in different directions tobe sure it is because the back of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. U Your vehicie has a right front passenger air bag. Because your vehicle has a right passenger air front bag, always move seat asfar back asit will be seriously injured...
.... Push and pullthe child restraint in the rear seat. Always secure a rear-facing child restraint in different directions tobe sure it is because the back of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. U Your vehicie has a right front passenger air bag. Because your vehicle has a right passenger air front bag, always move seat asfar back asit will be seriously injured...
Owner's Manual
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...@ New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine (If Engine Coolant Heater Equipped) Automatic Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK (P) Shifting Outof PARK (P) Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust 2-30 2-3 1 2-3 1 2-32 2-32 2-40 2-41 2-44 2-45 2-46 2-47 2-47 2-47 2-50 2-53 Running Your Engine While You're Parked Windows Horn Tilt Wheel Turn SignalMultifunction Lever Exterior Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Ashtrays and Lighter Sun Visors Accessory Power Outlet(If Equipped) Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Cluster Warning Lights, Gages...
...@ New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine (If Engine Coolant Heater Equipped) Automatic Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK (P) Shifting Outof PARK (P) Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust 2-30 2-3 1 2-3 1 2-32 2-32 2-40 2-41 2-44 2-45 2-46 2-47 2-47 2-47 2-50 2-53 Running Your Engine While You're Parked Windows Horn Tilt Wheel Turn SignalMultifunction Lever Exterior Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Ashtrays and Lighter Sun Visors Accessory Power Outlet(If Equipped) Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Cluster Warning Lights, Gages...
Owner's Manual
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... key or the remote keyless entry systemif your doors, and you will show orange whenthe in a of crash if the doors aren'tlocked. Outsiders caneasily enter through an unlocked door when you drive yourvehicle. -- -- door, slide the lock From the inside handle won't open the doors and fall When a door out. is locked, the inside , to lock and unlock your vehicle. There are several ways to lock the control...
... key or the remote keyless entry systemif your doors, and you will show orange whenthe in a of crash if the doors aren'tlocked. Outsiders caneasily enter through an unlocked door when you drive yourvehicle. -- -- door, slide the lock From the inside handle won't open the doors and fall When a door out. is locked, the inside , to lock and unlock your vehicle. There are several ways to lock the control...
Owner's Manual
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... to determine if battery replacement or synchronization is necessary. This system has a range of the doors all are keyless entry system: LOCK: All doors will unlock (N). At times may be blocking the signal. If the transmitter does not work , try again. You may notice a decrease in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL is The interior lamps will come on 40 seconds or until the ignition turned on position.
... to determine if battery replacement or synchronization is necessary. This system has a range of the doors all are keyless entry system: LOCK: All doors will unlock (N). At times may be blocking the signal. If the transmitter does not work , try again. You may notice a decrease in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL is The interior lamps will come on 40 seconds or until the ignition turned on position.
Owner's Manual
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... the key and turn thetrunk lock cylinder. on Pull up on V N . Remote Trunk Release I It can be dangerous to drive the trunklid with the setting on the remote release handle, located the floor near the left of the driver's seat, to its highest speed with open them all windows are shut. 0 Turn the fan on or under the instrument panel, open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your heating or cooling...
... the key and turn thetrunk lock cylinder. on Pull up on V N . Remote Trunk Release I It can be dangerous to drive the trunklid with the setting on the remote release handle, located the floor near the left of the driver's seat, to its highest speed with open them all windows are shut. 0 Turn the fan on or under the instrument panel, open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your heating or cooling...
Owner's Manual
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... if the ignition lock cylinder If a correct key is disabled. Remember to check the (see "Fuses fuse and Circuit Breakers" the Index). lit Put your valuablesin a storage area, like your dealer in a busy, well area. Slide the remote trunk release lockout switch all the way tothe right. You may need service. is not used, fuel turned with the Passlock theft-deterrent system. Parking Lots...
... if the ignition lock cylinder If a correct key is disabled. Remember to check the (see "Fuses fuse and Circuit Breakers" the Index). lit Put your valuablesin a storage area, like your dealer in a busy, well area. Slide the remote trunk release lockout switch all the way tothe right. You may need service. is not used, fuel turned with the Passlock theft-deterrent system. Parking Lots...
Owner's Manual
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... turn it toward you.Your steering wheel will remain locked, just as it will perform better in the long run if you inserted the key. 2-14 A E With the key the ignition switch, you can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-inguideline every time you use this time your new brake linings aren't yet broken in the Index for the first 200 miles...
... turn it toward you.Your steering wheel will remain locked, just as it will perform better in the long run if you inserted the key. 2-14 A E With the key the ignition switch, you can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-inguideline every time you use this time your new brake linings aren't yet broken in the Index for the first 200 miles...
Owner's Manual
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... pushing your let ignition key toSTART. With your footoff the accelerator pedal, turn your accelerator pedal all way tothe the floor and holding there as your starter motor. I you hold the key it could change the way the engine operates. When the engine starts, release key and the the accelerator pedal. I you add electrical f parts or accessories, you ever haveto have your f vehicle towed, see the part...
... pushing your let ignition key toSTART. With your footoff the accelerator pedal, turn your accelerator pedal all way tothe the floor and holding there as your starter motor. I you hold the key it could change the way the engine operates. When the engine starts, release key and the the accelerator pedal. I you add electrical f parts or accessories, you ever haveto have your f vehicle towed, see the part...
Owner's Manual
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Audio System L. Climate Control System M. Turn SignaYMultifunction Lever C.Horn I. Tilt Steering Wheel Lever N. Glove Box P. The main componentsof your instrument panel are: A.Vent B. Instrument Panel Cluster E Rear Window Defogger Switch G. Interior Lamp Control Switch H. Hood Release Handle 0. HeadlampSwitch Ignition Switch D. Ashtray and Lighter K. Console Gear Shift Lever(If Equipped) J. Hazard Warning Flashers Switch E.
Audio System L. Climate Control System M. Turn SignaYMultifunction Lever C.Horn I. Tilt Steering Wheel Lever N. Glove Box P. The main componentsof your instrument panel are: A.Vent B. Instrument Panel Cluster E Rear Window Defogger Switch G. Interior Lamp Control Switch H. Hood Release Handle 0. HeadlampSwitch Ignition Switch D. Ashtray and Lighter K. Console Gear Shift Lever(If Equipped) J. Hazard Warning Flashers Switch E.
Owner's Manual
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... fuse panel located on the driver's side of the instrument panel. Turn the ignition key to to unlockthe steering OFF wheel. NOTICE: Do not tow your vehicle from the rear, or your vehicle could be badly damaged and the costly repairs would not be covered by your battery from the Rear 3. the in 5. m ' 8 6 . Clamp the steering wheel a straight-ahead position, with a clamping device designed for towing. Release the parking brake. Set the paking brake. Towing Your Vehicle...
... fuse panel located on the driver's side of the instrument panel. Turn the ignition key to to unlockthe steering OFF wheel. NOTICE: Do not tow your vehicle from the rear, or your vehicle could be badly damaged and the costly repairs would not be covered by your battery from the Rear 3. the in 5. m ' 8 6 . Clamp the steering wheel a straight-ahead position, with a clamping device designed for towing. Release the parking brake. Set the paking brake. Towing Your Vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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... or lightly is moving (except when Maintenance Inspections." you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise, have built-in costly brake repair. 6-30 drum Disc brake pads have the rear brake linings inspected immediately. Also, the rear brake drums should always be removed and inspected each time the tiresare removed for rotation or changing. Some driving conditions or climates cause a brake may come and go or Section 7 of this manual...
... or lightly is moving (except when Maintenance Inspections." you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise, have built-in costly brake repair. 6-30 drum Disc brake pads have the rear brake linings inspected immediately. Also, the rear brake drums should always be removed and inspected each time the tiresare removed for rotation or changing. Some driving conditions or climates cause a brake may come and go or Section 7 of this manual...
Owner's Manual
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... tires have tires that same TPC Spec number. or The tire has a puncture, cut or snagged deep enough to give proper endurance, handling, speed rating, of You need , look at three or more places (for new tires to is of time for mud and snow). less of only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or the Tire-Loading Information label. If you ever replace your tires...
... tires have tires that same TPC Spec number. or The tire has a puncture, cut or snagged deep enough to give proper endurance, handling, speed rating, of You need , look at three or more places (for new tires to is of time for mud and snow). less of only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or the Tire-Loading Information label. If you ever replace your tires...
Owner's Manual
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...Canister Purge Valve, EGR, Automatic Transaxle, Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock, Anti-Lock Brakes, Air Conditioning Compressor, Park Lock Solenoid Fuse ABSEVO IGN MOD HVAC BLO MOT PCM BATT CLG FAN HDLP STOP LPS PWR ACC RR DEFG ABS IGN SW Usage Anti-Lock Brake Solenoids Ignition System Heater/Air Conditioner-High Blower, Generator-Voltage Sense Powertrain Computer Engine Cooling Fan Lighting Circuits Power Accessories, Stoplamp Circuits, Rear Window Defogger Anti-Lock Brakes Ignition Switched Circuits Steering Wheel Controls Equipped) Fuse Panel (If Your steering wheel controls are protected...
...Canister Purge Valve, EGR, Automatic Transaxle, Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock, Anti-Lock Brakes, Air Conditioning Compressor, Park Lock Solenoid Fuse ABSEVO IGN MOD HVAC BLO MOT PCM BATT CLG FAN HDLP STOP LPS PWR ACC RR DEFG ABS IGN SW Usage Anti-Lock Brake Solenoids Ignition System Heater/Air Conditioner-High Blower, Generator-Voltage Sense Powertrain Computer Engine Cooling Fan Lighting Circuits Power Accessories, Stoplamp Circuits, Rear Window Defogger Anti-Lock Brakes Ignition Switched Circuits Steering Wheel Controls Equipped) Fuse Panel (If Your steering wheel controls are protected...
Owner's Manual
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See "Tire Inspection and Rotation" Index for in dusty conditions. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) DATE MILEAGE I DATE MILEAGE 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every3 months, whichever occursfirst). DATE 72,000 Miles (120 000 km) Change engineoil and filter (or every months, whichever occurs first). 3 An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0 Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in the proper...
See "Tire Inspection and Rotation" Index for in dusty conditions. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) DATE MILEAGE I DATE MILEAGE 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every3 months, whichever occursfirst). DATE 72,000 Miles (120 000 km) Change engineoil and filter (or every months, whichever occurs first). 3 An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0 Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in the proper...
Owner's Manual
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... not require changing. cap Pressure test cooling system and pressure cap. I ShortTrip/CityMaintenanceSchedule I 7-20 When doing frequent trailer towing. - for Inspect hoses. In hilly or mountainous terrain. - Uses such as foundin taxi, police or delivery service. See "Engine Coolant" in the Index what to use. I DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE I SERVICEDBY: I I 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) (Continued) 0 Change automatic transaxle fluid and if the vehicle is mainly driven filter under...
... not require changing. cap Pressure test cooling system and pressure cap. I ShortTrip/CityMaintenanceSchedule I 7-20 When doing frequent trailer towing. - for Inspect hoses. In hilly or mountainous terrain. - Uses such as foundin taxi, police or delivery service. See "Engine Coolant" in the Index what to use. I DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE I SERVICEDBY: I I 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) (Continued) 0 Change automatic transaxle fluid and if the vehicle is mainly driven filter under...
Owner's Manual
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RETAIL SELL PRICE:$90.00 TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL This manual provides information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. RETAIL SELL PRICE:$40.00 SERVICE BULLETINS Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to provide basic operational information about th vehicle. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $10.00 CURRENT & PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS Service Publications are written directly for all models. Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in...
RETAIL SELL PRICE:$90.00 TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL This manual provides information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. RETAIL SELL PRICE:$40.00 SERVICE BULLETINS Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to provide basic operational information about th vehicle. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $10.00 CURRENT & PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS Service Publications are written directly for all models. Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in...
Owner's Manual
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... Cluster ...Standard Cluster ...Interior Lamp Delay ...InteriorLamps ...Jack. Tire ...Jump Starting ... 6-50 6-57 2-51 2-50 2-42 2-41 5-23 5-3 7-31 K e y Lock Cylinders Service ...Keyless Entry System ...2-7 2-2 Keys ...6-55 Labels ...4-31 Certification ...6-55 Service Parts Identification ...Tire-Loading Information ...4-31 Vehicle Identification Number ...6-55 Lamps ...2-40 Courtesy ...2-41 Exterior ...2-40 Interior ...2-41 OnReminder ...2-40 2-6 Leaving Your Vehicle ...Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running ...2-27 Lighter ...2-46 Lights Air Bag Readiness ...1.23.2.54 Anti-Lock Brake...
... Cluster ...Standard Cluster ...Interior Lamp Delay ...InteriorLamps ...Jack. Tire ...Jump Starting ... 6-50 6-57 2-51 2-50 2-42 2-41 5-23 5-3 7-31 K e y Lock Cylinders Service ...Keyless Entry System ...2-7 2-2 Keys ...6-55 Labels ...4-31 Certification ...6-55 Service Parts Identification ...Tire-Loading Information ...4-31 Vehicle Identification Number ...6-55 Lamps ...2-40 Courtesy ...2-41 Exterior ...2-40 Interior ...2-41 OnReminder ...2-40 2-6 Leaving Your Vehicle ...Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running ...2-27 Lighter ...2-46 Lights Air Bag Readiness ...1.23.2.54 Anti-Lock Brake...
