Owner's Manual
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... your vehicle is in your hand, your 'parkingbrake is firmly set before you have to "Lock." 4. Remove the key and take it means that the shift lever wasn't fully locked into the "P,' (Park) position, hold the regular brake pedal down. Then, seeif you can move the shift lever away from "P" (Park) without first...
... your vehicle is in your hand, your 'parkingbrake is firmly set before you have to "Lock." 4. Remove the key and take it means that the shift lever wasn't fully locked into the "P,' (Park) position, hold the regular brake pedal down. Then, seeif you can move the shift lever away from "P" (Park) without first...
Owner's Manual
Page 87
...on a hill and you don't shift your transaxle into "P" (Park)properly before you leave the driver's seat. This is called "torque lock."To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into " P ' (Park) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on theparking pawl in ... (Park) BEFORE you release the parking brake. You may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the transaxle, so you can pull the shift lever outof "P" (Park). 85 Parking Over Things That Burn If "torque lock" does occur, you may find out ...
...on a hill and you don't shift your transaxle into "P" (Park)properly before you leave the driver's seat. This is called "torque lock."To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into " P ' (Park) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on theparking pawl in ... (Park) BEFORE you release the parking brake. You may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the transaxle, so you can pull the shift lever outof "P" (Park). 85 Parking Over Things That Burn If "torque lock" does occur, you may find out ...
Owner's Manual
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Then start the vehicle. Front Seat Reading Lights (Option) ... . , Press the switch to turn the front seat reading lights on or off. 100 To idle your vehicle with the DRL off until you release the parking brake. The DRL will stay off , set the parking brake while the ignition is in the "Off' or "Lock" position. L Press the switch to turn the map light on the headlights any time you need to. Of course, you may still turn on and off.
Then start the vehicle. Front Seat Reading Lights (Option) ... . , Press the switch to turn the front seat reading lights on or off. 100 To idle your vehicle with the DRL off until you release the parking brake. The DRL will stay off , set the parking brake while the ignition is in the "Off' or "Lock" position. L Press the switch to turn the map light on the headlights any time you need to. Of course, you may still turn on and off.
Owner's Manual
Page 115
... Buick" in the good braking, though, you Index.) need both partsworking well. The brake system warning light also comeon when will you set your parking brake, and will be a brake cou problem. If the light is flashing, have working, the other part can the vehicle towed for service. (See "Anti-Lock Brake ...still work and stop you. If one part isn't anti-lock brake system warning light is still on after your it parking brake doesn't release fully. This light should come on then, have fixed so it...
... Buick" in the good braking, though, you Index.) need both partsworking well. The brake system warning light also comeon when will you set your parking brake, and will be a brake cou problem. If the light is flashing, have working, the other part can the vehicle towed for service. (See "Anti-Lock Brake ...still work and stop you. If one part isn't anti-lock brake system warning light is still on after your it parking brake doesn't release fully. This light should come on then, have fixed so it...
Owner's Manual
Page 116
... With anti-lock, this light will come on , you still have brakes, you 've started your engine, turn the ignition off. It may Or, go closer to stop as soon as possible and turn the ignitionoff. I If the light still stays or comes on again on for service. (See"Towing Your Buick" in... the Index.) If the anti-lock brake system warning light stays on when you if there isa problem. Then start your engine andit will be ready towarn you 're...
... With anti-lock, this light will come on , you still have brakes, you 've started your engine, turn the ignition off. It may Or, go closer to stop as soon as possible and turn the ignitionoff. I If the light still stays or comes on again on for service. (See"Towing Your Buick" in... the Index.) If the anti-lock brake system warning light stays on when you if there isa problem. Then start your engine andit will be ready towarn you 're...
Owner's Manual
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... cooling fan is working. See "Engine Overheating" the in this light comes on explains what to help avoid a braking skid, the"LOW TRACTION' light will for a few seconds after the system stops adjusting brake The chapter "Problems on . LOW TRACTION k 4ccN F- The"LOW TRACTION" light also comes on , so adjust your driving... started. TEMP Slippery road conditions will exist if this manual pressure. The light stay on will come on the Road," in briefly, as possible. Anti-Lock Brake System Active Light When your anti-lock system is adjusting brake pressure to do.
... cooling fan is working. See "Engine Overheating" the in this light comes on explains what to help avoid a braking skid, the"LOW TRACTION' light will for a few seconds after the system stops adjusting brake The chapter "Problems on . LOW TRACTION k 4ccN F- The"LOW TRACTION" light also comes on , so adjust your driving... started. TEMP Slippery road conditions will exist if this manual pressure. The light stay on will come on the Road," in briefly, as possible. Anti-Lock Brake System Active Light When your anti-lock system is adjusting brake pressure to do.
Owner's Manual
Page 147
.... Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your Buick has an advanced electronic braking system that will use it when youbrake. This is going on. See "Anti-lock Brake System Warning Light" in spurts -- That means better braking and longer brake life. ANTILOCK When you start your brake pedal moves...or clicking noise. If you start your brakes. heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- Your brakes will stqy on when you do a lot of unnecessary braking. If there's a problem with the anti-lock brake system, the anti-lock brake system warning light will wear out much ...
.... Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your Buick has an advanced electronic braking system that will use it when youbrake. This is going on. See "Anti-lock Brake System Warning Light" in spurts -- That means better braking and longer brake life. ANTILOCK When you start your brake pedal moves...or clicking noise. If you start your brakes. heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- Your brakes will stqy on when you do a lot of unnecessary braking. If there's a problem with the anti-lock brake system, the anti-lock brake system warning light will wear out much ...
Owner's Manual
Page 148
.... As you . Let's say the road is programmed to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at the rear wheels. You can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. You're driving safely. You slam on wheel speed and controls... braking pressure accordingly. 146 A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to make the most of you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on the brakes. Here's how anti-lock works. The anti-lock system can steer around the obstacle ...
.... As you . Let's say the road is programmed to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at the rear wheels. You can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. You're driving safely. You slam on wheel speed and controls... braking pressure accordingly. 146 A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to make the most of you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on the brakes. Here's how anti-lock works. The anti-lock system can steer around the obstacle ...
Owner's Manual
Page 149
... depends on . Always leave enough room up to steer a vehicle on wet ice, you'll understand this is normal. To Use Anti-Lock Don't pump the brakes. See "Anti-Lock Brake System Active Light" in the same direction. Here's why: Experienced driver or beginner, each of your tires and the road surface, the ...need to get your foot up ahead to . Steering Tips Driving on Curves It's important to the same laws of you, you won't have anti-lock brakes. Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can help avoid...
... depends on . Always leave enough room up to steer a vehicle on wet ice, you'll understand this is normal. To Use Anti-Lock Don't pump the brakes. See "Anti-Lock Brake System Active Light" in the same direction. Here's why: Experienced driver or beginner, each of your tires and the road surface, the ...need to get your foot up ahead to . Steering Tips Driving on Curves It's important to the same laws of you, you won't have anti-lock brakes. Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can help avoid...
Owner's Manual
Page 154
.... You may straighten out. and slow down when you 'll want the vehicle to go. Don't drink and drive. 152 Remember: Any anti-lock braking system (ABS) helps avoid only the braking skid. by alcohol or drugs, with reduced traction, try your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, or... braking (including engine braking by fatigue. Always be impaired -- For safety, you have any doubt. While driving on a surface with night vision problems, or by shifting to a ...
.... You may straighten out. and slow down when you 'll want the vehicle to go. Don't drink and drive. 152 Remember: Any anti-lock braking system (ABS) helps avoid only the braking skid. by alcohol or drugs, with reduced traction, try your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, or... braking (including engine braking by fatigue. Always be impaired -- For safety, you have any doubt. While driving on a surface with night vision problems, or by shifting to a ...
Owner's Manual
Page 165
...around you 're actually on it 's about freezing(32°F; Accelerategently. Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle unless you are clear. The road might be even more . Try not to brake while you . See "Anti-lock" in a Blizzard e Watch for sure that you know for slippery spots. Allow greater...keep yourself and your passengers safe: Turn on any slippery road. 0 If You're Caught in the Index. If you have the anti-lock braking system, you'll want to alert police that 's covered with caution. OOC) and freezingrain begins to break the fragile traction. drive with ...
...around you 're actually on it 's about freezing(32°F; Accelerategently. Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle unless you are clear. The road might be even more . Try not to brake while you . See "Anti-lock" in a Blizzard e Watch for sure that you know for slippery spots. Allow greater...keep yourself and your passengers safe: Turn on any slippery road. 0 If You're Caught in the Index. If you have the anti-lock braking system, you'll want to alert police that 's covered with caution. OOC) and freezingrain begins to break the fragile traction. drive with ...
Owner's Manual
Page 170
... your vehicle is secure, and that the lights and any trailer brakes are still working . If you check your electrical connection at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as your trailer have anti-lock brakes, do , both brake systems won't work well, or atall. This can turn with ...your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by the trailer manufacturer. And, never allow safety chains to tap...
... your vehicle is secure, and that the lights and any trailer brakes are still working . If you check your electrical connection at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as your trailer have anti-lock brakes, do , both brake systems won't work well, or atall. This can turn with ...your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by the trailer manufacturer. And, never allow safety chains to tap...
Owner's Manual
Page 257
... Conditioner 20 Gages, Warning Indicators, Torque Convert Clutch, Audible Warning System, Computer Command 10 Control, Trunk Release, Brake Warning Indicator, Rear Defog Switch, Speedometer Stop Lights, Hazard Flashers 20 Interior, Underhood, Courtesy, Trunk Lights, Door Locks, Horn Relay, Passive Restraint System, De I/P, 20 Lid Release, Power Antenna Liftgate Release, Power Windows 30...
... Conditioner 20 Gages, Warning Indicators, Torque Convert Clutch, Audible Warning System, Computer Command 10 Control, Trunk Release, Brake Warning Indicator, Rear Defog Switch, Speedometer Stop Lights, Hazard Flashers 20 Interior, Underhood, Courtesy, Trunk Lights, Door Locks, Horn Relay, Passive Restraint System, De I/P, 20 Lid Release, Power Antenna Liftgate Release, Power Windows 30...
Owner's Manual
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... including those for "Audio Systems" further details. Also lubricate all body door hinges. See "Tires" in the index if necessary) and the regular brake. If it starts. Section D tells you start the engine in Section D. Try to start , be done every 15 hours of the driver's door...door and any other position, your vehicle needs service. 273 At Least Once a Year CHECK OR SERVICE Key Lock Cylinders Body Lubrication WHAT TO DO Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in each gear. The starter should be sure you are inflated to turn off...
... including those for "Audio Systems" further details. Also lubricate all body door hinges. See "Tires" in the index if necessary) and the regular brake. If it starts. Section D tells you start the engine in Section D. Try to start , be done every 15 hours of the driver's door...door and any other position, your vehicle needs service. 273 At Least Once a Year CHECK OR SERVICE Key Lock Cylinders Body Lubrication WHAT TO DO Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in each gear. The starter should be sure you are inflated to turn off...
Owner's Manual
Page 276
...coulddamaged. Keeping your vehide in " P ' (Park). Then release all brakes. 0 274 Make sure there is room in front of your the regular brake, set , try to turn the key "LOCK" in each shift lever position. 0 CHECK OR SERVICE Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle " P ' (Park) Mechanism Check WHAT TO DO ...The key should turn to apply the regular brake at once should come out only in "LOCK." CAUTION: When you are doing this until thevehicle is in case it begins to move . Be ready to "LOCK" only when the shift lever is held by the parking...
...coulddamaged. Keeping your vehide in " P ' (Park). Then release all brakes. 0 274 Make sure there is room in front of your the regular brake, set , try to turn the key "LOCK" in each shift lever position. 0 CHECK OR SERVICE Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle " P ' (Park) Mechanism Check WHAT TO DO ...The key should turn to apply the regular brake at once should come out only in "LOCK." CAUTION: When you are doing this until thevehicle is in case it begins to move . Be ready to "LOCK" only when the shift lever is held by the parking...
Owner's Manual
Page 278
... complete system. Inspect other conditions which may need to be serviced, Also, if the brake system warning light stays on or comes on or flashes, something maybewrong with the anti-lock brake system. See "Anti-Lock Brake System WarningLight" in frequent braking. Look for broken, damaged, missing or out-of lubrication. Also inspect drum bmke linings...
... complete system. Inspect other conditions which may need to be serviced, Also, if the brake system warning light stays on or comes on or flashes, something maybewrong with the anti-lock brake system. See "Anti-Lock Brake System WarningLight" in frequent braking. Look for broken, damaged, missing or out-of lubrication. Also inspect drum bmke linings...
Owner's Manual
Page 279
...or DEXRONB- Engine oil. Power Steering System Automatic Transaxle Key Lock Cylinders Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of the proper viscosity. Hydraulic Brake System Windshield Washer Solvent 277 USAGE Engine Oil USAGE Parking Brake Guides FLUIDlLUBRICANT Chassis lubricantPart (GM No. 1052497 equivalent) or or... The "SH" or "SG' designation may be shown alone or in the Index. Delco Supreme 11Q Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 1052535 or equivalent) DOT-3 brake fluid. GM Hydraulic PowerSteering Fluid (GM Part No. 1052884 or equivalent). DEXRONQ- GM Optikleena Washer Solvent...
...or DEXRONB- Engine oil. Power Steering System Automatic Transaxle Key Lock Cylinders Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of the proper viscosity. Hydraulic Brake System Windshield Washer Solvent 277 USAGE Engine Oil USAGE Parking Brake Guides FLUIDlLUBRICANT Chassis lubricantPart (GM No. 1052497 equivalent) or or... The "SH" or "SG' designation may be shown alone or in the Index. Delco Supreme 11Q Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 1052535 or equivalent) DOT-3 brake fluid. GM Hydraulic PowerSteering Fluid (GM Part No. 1052884 or equivalent). DEXRONQ- GM Optikleena Washer Solvent...
Owner's Manual
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...137 Antenna Care ...Antifreeze ...223 145 Anti-lock Brake System ...Active Light ...115 Warning Light ...114 Appearance Care ...- 2 4 5 Appearance Care and Maintenance Materials ...252 Ashtrays and Lighter ...108 Assistance. Roadside ...285 Audio Systems ...125 Automatic Door Locks ...68 30 Automatic Lap-Shoulder Belt Automatic Overdrive... Bag Readiness Light ...38 218 Aircleaner ...122 Airconditioner ...Air Conditioner Refrigerant ...259 Alcohol. Tire ...193 Brake ...228 Adjustment ...230 Anti-lock ...145 Fluid ...228 Master Cylinder ...228 Parking ...82 PedalTravel ...230 Replacement ...231
...137 Antenna Care ...Antifreeze ...223 145 Anti-lock Brake System ...Active Light ...115 Warning Light ...114 Appearance Care ...- 2 4 5 Appearance Care and Maintenance Materials ...252 Ashtrays and Lighter ...108 Assistance. Roadside ...285 Audio Systems ...125 Automatic Door Locks ...68 30 Automatic Lap-Shoulder Belt Automatic Overdrive... Bag Readiness Light ...38 218 Aircleaner ...122 Airconditioner ...Air Conditioner Refrigerant ...259 Alcohol. Tire ...193 Brake ...228 Adjustment ...230 Anti-lock ...145 Fluid ...228 Master Cylinder ...228 Parking ...82 PedalTravel ...230 Replacement ...231
Owner's Manual
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... Telephone. Air ...218 Cleaning AluminumWheels ...250 Antenna ...137 Cassette Player ...136 Fabric ...245 Glass ...248 Inside Your Buick ...245 Leather ...248 OutsideYourBuick ...249 137 Power Antenna ...Safety Belts ...248 Instrumentpanel ...248 Underbody Maintenance ...251 vinyl ...127.129. 132 121 Comfort Controls ...136 CompactDiscCare ...Compact Spare Tire ...205 Compartment. Anti-lock Warning Light ...114 SystemWarningLight ...113 Wear ...230 Brakes.Trailer ...168 144 Braking ...147 Braking in Emergencies ...Break-In.NewVehicle ...74 Bulb Chart ...258 Bulb Replacement ...232.233. 234...
... Telephone. Air ...218 Cleaning AluminumWheels ...250 Antenna ...137 Cassette Player ...136 Fabric ...245 Glass ...248 Inside Your Buick ...245 Leather ...248 OutsideYourBuick ...249 137 Power Antenna ...Safety Belts ...248 Instrumentpanel ...248 Underbody Maintenance ...251 vinyl ...127.129. 132 121 Comfort Controls ...136 CompactDiscCare ...Compact Spare Tire ...205 Compartment. Anti-lock Warning Light ...114 SystemWarningLight ...113 Wear ...230 Brakes.Trailer ...168 144 Braking ...147 Braking in Emergencies ...Break-In.NewVehicle ...74 Bulb Chart ...258 Bulb Replacement ...232.233. 234...
Owner's Manual
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...Tire ...239 Instrumentpanel ...110 Jack.Starting...Tire . I01 Removing & Replacing Bulbs ...232 258 Replacement Bulbs ...Warning ...111 Loading YourVehicle ...236 67 Locks ...Long Distance Driving ...158 151 Loss of Control ...Lubricants and Fluids. Service Parts Identification ...253 89 Lane Change Indicator ...LapBelt ...44 Lap-... Engine Soon Light) Manualseat ...MapLight ...Master Cylinder. Identification Label. Warning Lights. L a b e l . Service Parts ...253 Identification Number. Gages ...111 Infant Restraint ...50 Inflation. Brake ... 275 252 278 261 251 I16 14 100 228 295
...Tire ...239 Instrumentpanel ...110 Jack.Starting...Tire . I01 Removing & Replacing Bulbs ...232 258 Replacement Bulbs ...Warning ...111 Loading YourVehicle ...236 67 Locks ...Long Distance Driving ...158 151 Loss of Control ...Lubricants and Fluids. Service Parts Identification ...253 89 Lane Change Indicator ...LapBelt ...44 Lap-... Engine Soon Light) Manualseat ...MapLight ...Master Cylinder. Identification Label. Warning Lights. L a b e l . Service Parts ...253 Identification Number. Gages ...111 Infant Restraint ...50 Inflation. Brake ... 275 252 278 261 251 I16 14 100 228 295