Owner's Manual
Page 2
The 1998 Buick Skylark Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you 'll find of in something you how contact Buickfor assistance and how get service and .... Problems on page 8-8. to flat 6- 1 7-1 Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to start and operate your vehicle. 3-1 4- 1 5-1 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells you how keep your audio system. i
The 1998 Buick Skylark Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you 'll find of in something you how contact Buickfor assistance and how get service and .... Problems on page 8-8. to flat 6- 1 7-1 Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to start and operate your vehicle. 3-1 4- 1 5-1 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells you how keep your audio system. i
Owner's Manual
Page 20
... belt across you. the Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver hasa lap-shQuMmbeltAiexe3 hmv tc, wear it get twisted. 4. Close and lock the door. 2. We'll start withthe driver position. Don't let it properly. 3. Be aware that there are different rules for smaller I in children and babies.f a child will be riding your...
... belt across you. the Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver hasa lap-shQuMmbeltAiexe3 hmv tc, wear it get twisted. 4. Close and lock the door. 2. We'll start withthe driver position. Don't let it properly. 3. Be aware that there are different rules for smaller I in children and babies.f a child will be riding your...
Owner's Manual
Page 34
... procedures, and make the the bags inflate, even if there's no crash. Do not open or break the air bag coverings. Your dealer andthe Skylark Service Manual have inforrnation about servicing your vehicle. I 2 For upto 10 minutes after the ignition is key turned off repair costs by turning the ... Publications" in a flood, or if it's exposed to water that soaks carpet, you can be serviced. this ever happens, and then air you start your vehicle and soaks carpet, the air bag controller the If can still inflate during improper service. Don't let anyonestart the vehicle, even to You...
... procedures, and make the the bags inflate, even if there's no crash. Do not open or break the air bag coverings. Your dealer andthe Skylark Service Manual have inforrnation about servicing your vehicle. I 2 For upto 10 minutes after the ignition is key turned off repair costs by turning the ... Publications" in a flood, or if it's exposed to water that soaks carpet, you can be serviced. this ever happens, and then air you start your vehicle and soaks carpet, the air bag controller the If can still inflate during improper service. Don't let anyonestart the vehicle, even to You...
Owner's Manual
Page 62
... 2-18 2-20 2-24 2-25 2-28 2-29 2-29 Keys Door Locks Remote Keyless Entry System (If Equipped) Trunk Theft Passlock@ 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... todo if you working properly-- Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, the shifting and braking.
... 2-18 2-20 2-24 2-25 2-28 2-29 2-29 Keys Door Locks Remote Keyless Entry System (If Equipped) Trunk Theft Passlock@ 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... todo if you working properly-- Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, the shifting and braking.
Owner's Manual
Page 74
... parkin a lot where someone will be able to restart the engine turn the engine off after the engine is started. lit Put your valuablesin a storage area, like your key? Close all the doors except driver's. the 0... restartthe engine. is Passlock enablesfuel if the ignition lock cylinder If a correct key is removed from the START position assoon as the engine starts. I Canada call 1-800-268-6800). 2-13 to 0 0 During normal operation,the THEFT SYSTEM light...and lock Be the storage area. In an emergency, call Buick Prernium Roadside the (n Assistance Center at this time.
... parkin a lot where someone will be able to restart the engine turn the engine off after the engine is started. lit Put your valuablesin a storage area, like your key? Close all the doors except driver's. the 0... restartthe engine. is Passlock enablesfuel if the ignition lock cylinder If a correct key is removed from the START position assoon as the engine starts. I Canada call 1-800-268-6800). 2-13 to 0 0 During normal operation,the THEFT SYSTEM light...and lock Be the storage area. In an emergency, call Buick Prernium Roadside the (n Assistance Center at this time.
Owner's Manual
Page 75
... run if you followthese guidelines: Don't drive at any one speed fast or slow for the first miles (805 km). 500 Don't make full-throttle starts. Ignition Positions C -- --
... run if you followthese guidelines: Don't drive at any one speed fast or slow for the first miles (805 km). 500 Don't make full-throttle starts. Ignition Positions C -- --
Owner's Manual
Page 76
... thekey or the ignition switch. doesn't lock the steering It wheel like LOCK. LOCK (B): Before youput the key in, your ignition START (E): This key position starts your ignition, steering wheel and transaxle. If none of this works, then your electrical accessories, such the radio. as OFF' (C): ...This position lets you start your hand. With the console shift lever,this engine starts,release the key. RUN (D): This position is where the key returns after you turnoff the engine but still turn...
... thekey or the ignition switch. doesn't lock the steering It wheel like LOCK. LOCK (B): Before youput the key in, your ignition START (E): This key position starts your ignition, steering wheel and transaxle. If none of this works, then your electrical accessories, such the radio. as OFF' (C): ...This position lets you start your hand. With the console shift lever,this engine starts,release the key. RUN (D): This position is where the key returns after you turnoff the engine but still turn...
Owner's Manual
Page 77
...vehicle is moving , use NEUTRAL (N) only. If the engine doesn't start in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will down while you could damage the transaxle. Starting Your Engine Move your engine warms up. to Your engine won't start right away, if the and weather is very cold (below -20..." F or -29" C), push the accelerator pedal about one-quarter the of turn your Buick is stopped. 1 NOTICE: ~~ Holding yourkey in any other positionthat's a -safety feature.To...
...vehicle is moving , use NEUTRAL (N) only. If the engine doesn't start in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will down while you could damage the transaxle. Starting Your Engine Move your engine warms up. to Your engine won't start right away, if the and weather is very cold (below -20..." F or -29" C), push the accelerator pedal about one-quarter the of turn your Buick is stopped. 1 NOTICE: ~~ Holding yourkey in any other positionthat's a -safety feature.To...
Owner's Manual
Page 78
...designed towork with much gasoline. I you hold the key it could change the way the engine operates. If the engine still won 't start or starts brieflybut then stops again, repeat step 1 or 2, depending on temperature. With your footoff the accelerator pedal, turn your dealer. NOTICE: Holding yourkey ... time will go of the key. See "Towing Your Vehicle" in yourvehicle. If your vehicle. When the engine starts, release key and the the accelerator pedal. When the engine starts, go down as you ever haveto have your engine gets warm. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine....
...designed towork with much gasoline. I you hold the key it could change the way the engine operates. If the engine still won 't start or starts brieflybut then stops again, repeat step 1 or 2, depending on temperature. With your footoff the accelerator pedal, turn your dealer. NOTICE: Holding yourkey ... time will go of the key. See "Towing Your Vehicle" in yourvehicle. If your vehicle. When the engine starts, release key and the the accelerator pedal. When the engine starts, go down as you ever haveto have your engine gets warm. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine....
Owner's Manual
Page 80
... cord. 3. Plug it into an ungrounded outlet could beseriouslginjured. Also, the wrong kind of in four hours prior to starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. You'll get easier starting your vehicle. 2-19 Turn off the engine. 2. If the cordwon't reach, usea heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated...
... cord. 3. Plug it into an ungrounded outlet could beseriouslginjured. Also, the wrong kind of in four hours prior to starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. You'll get easier starting your vehicle. 2-19 Turn off the engine. 2. If the cordwon't reach, usea heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated...
Owner's Manual
Page 81
... on in? It's the best position to list everything here, we ask that particular area. for that you contact your dealerin the area where you start your engine because your front wheels. Before starting the engine, be parking your shift lever.
... on in? It's the best position to list everything here, we ask that particular area. for that you contact your dealerin the area where you start your engine because your front wheels. Before starting the engine, be parking your shift lever.
Owner's Manual
Page 82
... your vehicle when the engine is moving the shift lever on fairly level ground, always set . If you have to REVERSE only after yourvehicle (R) is starting the engine. Your vehicle has a Brake-Transaxle apply your parking brake and move the shift lever into PARK (P) and also release the shift lever button...
... your vehicle when the engine is moving the shift lever on fairly level ground, always set . If you have to REVERSE only after yourvehicle (R) is starting the engine. Your vehicle has a Brake-Transaxle apply your parking brake and move the shift lever into PARK (P) and also release the shift lever button...
Owner's Manual
Page 94
... lever all the way toward you to flash. panel also will sound if your turn signal is left ) positions. Hold it there until the arrow starts to signal a turn or a lane change. If the arrows don't go on the instrument panel may be On vehicles equipped with Daytime Running Lamps if...
... lever all the way toward you to flash. panel also will sound if your turn signal is left ) positions. Hold it there until the arrow starts to signal a turn or a lane change. If the arrows don't go on the instrument panel may be On vehicles equipped with Daytime Running Lamps if...
Owner's Manual
Page 95
... clicks again. you want to pass. Your it headlamps will turn on. For steady wiping at low speed, move the band toward until the wipers start, then let go. For high-speed wiping, move band t.0 OFF. Flash-To-Pass Feature (Except Canada) This feature lets you use it, pull the turn...
... clicks again. you want to pass. Your it headlamps will turn on. For steady wiping at low speed, move the band toward until the wipers start, then let go. For high-speed wiping, move band t.0 OFF. Flash-To-Pass Feature (Except Canada) This feature lets you use it, pull the turn...
Owner's Manual
Page 107
... center console. Pull back the cover to reveal Lift The rear ashtray can help keep them It from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and istops. The net isn'tfor larger, heavier loads.Store them , causing damaging fire. 2-46 Put small loads, of the console provides space holding a cupor...
... center console. Pull back the cover to reveal Lift The rear ashtray can help keep them It from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and istops. The net isn'tfor larger, heavier loads.Store them , causing damaging fire. 2-46 Put small loads, of the console provides space holding a cupor...
Owner's Manual
Page 114
... to your warning lights and gages could also save you when there's a problem with one of your vehicle. Warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they're working. If you are driving, or when one the gages shows of your vehicle'sfunctions. is...
... to your warning lights and gages could also save you when there's a problem with one of your vehicle. Warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they're working. If you are driving, or when one the gages shows of your vehicle'sfunctions. is...
Owner's Manual
Page 115
Jf the driver's belt is a problem. 2-54 AIR BAG If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the engine or comes on when you start your engine, and it will flash for a few for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver's safety is... seconds. Have your air bag system may not work properly. The air bag readiness light should go out. When the keyis turned to RUN or START, a chime will come on and stay on for about 20 seconds, then it will flash for turn the ignition key to RUN. This means the...
Jf the driver's belt is a problem. 2-54 AIR BAG If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the engine or comes on when you start your engine, and it will flash for a few for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver's safety is... seconds. Have your air bag system may not work properly. The air bag readiness light should go out. When the keyis turned to RUN or START, a chime will come on and stay on for about 20 seconds, then it will flash for turn the ignition key to RUN. This means the...
Owner's Manual
Page 116
... systems are working. For good braking, though, you . Battery Light Brake System Warning Light When you start the engine, this light will be ready to warn youthere's a problem. 2-55 Your vehicle's hydraulic brake system is started, you there, turn off all accessories, andset your climate control system to show that your brake...
... systems are working. For good braking, though, you . Battery Light Brake System Warning Light When you start the engine, this light will be ready to warn youthere's a problem. 2-55 Your vehicle's hydraulic brake system is started, you there, turn off all accessories, andset your climate control system to show that your brake...
Owner's Manual
Page 122
... f fuel fuel fuel quality will require at In sign, thelight may come on briefly, which is your key toRUN and goes off when the engine started. could be there to turnthe light off. I so, be You low on.oil, or you put the vehicle into gem, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration or...
... f fuel fuel fuel quality will require at In sign, thelight may come on briefly, which is your key toRUN and goes off when the engine started. could be there to turnthe light off. I so, be You low on.oil, or you put the vehicle into gem, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration or...
Owner's Manual
Page 123
... a in NOTE: A false CHECK OIL light may be checked. CHECK OIL IJ This light should be generated when parking on after starting your engine level should come on and engine start. See "Engine Oil" the Index. If the light comes on and stays on steep grades. in considerable periodof time allowing the... circulation to the proper level. Check youroil as soon as possible and have it to drain back into the pan. 2-62 If if you are starting your vehicle, your engine. 1 Check Oil Light (3100 Engine Only) Don't keep driving the oil pressure is running.
... a in NOTE: A false CHECK OIL light may be checked. CHECK OIL IJ This light should be generated when parking on after starting your engine level should come on and engine start. See "Engine Oil" the Index. If the light comes on and stays on steep grades. in considerable periodof time allowing the... circulation to the proper level. Check youroil as soon as possible and have it to drain back into the pan. 2-62 If if you are starting your vehicle, your engine. 1 Check Oil Light (3100 Engine Only) Don't keep driving the oil pressure is running.