Manuale d’uso / di manutenzione del prodotto LeSabre (2002) del fabbricante Buick
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i 2002 Buick LeSabre Owner ’ s Manual Litho in U.S.A. Copyright General Motors Corporation 06/08/01 Part Number 25728657 A First Edition All Rights Reserved.
ii GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, BUICK, the BUICK Emblem and the name LESABRE are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. W e reserve the right to make changes after that time without further notice.
iii How to Use this Manual Many people read their owne r ’ s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickl y .
iv V ehicle Damage W arnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: NOTICE: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty , and it could be costly .
v These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle:.
1- 1-1 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly .
1-2 Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats -- how to adjust them and also about reclining seatbacks, lumbar adjustments, heated seats and head restraints. Manual Front Seat CAUTION: Y ou can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving.
1-3 Power Seats (If Equipped) If your vehicle has this feature, the power seat controls are located on the outboard side of each front seat cushion. Raise or lower the front of the seat cushion by holding the front part of the horizontal control up or down.
1-4 If you have the independent front cushion moved down as far as it will go, you may feel the lumbar support higher in your back. Readjust the location of the cushion until you are comfortable. Y ou may also want to adjust the seatback for maximum comfort.
1-5 T o recall your memory positions, your vehicle must be in P ARK (P). Push and release the MEMOR Y button (1 or 2) corresponding to the desired driving position. The seat and mirrors will move to the position previously stored for the identified driver .
1-6 Heated Seats (Option) Press this button to turn on the heating element in the seat. The heated seat buttons are located on the driver ’ s and front passenger ’ s door panel. When the heated seat button is first pressed, the high setting is activated.
1-7 But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re r eclined like this.
1-8 Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your head. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly .
1-9 CAUTION: It is extremely danger ous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas ar e more likely to be seriously injur ed or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts.
1-10 Why Safety Belts W ork When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. T ake the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’ s just a seat on wheels.
1-1 1 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop. The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield .
1-12 or the instrument panel ... or the safety belts! W ith safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. Y ou get more time to stop. Y ou stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’ s why safety belts make such good sense.
1-13 Here Ar e Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts -- and the Answers Q: W on’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m wearing a safety belt? A: Y ou could be -- whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down.
1-14 How to W ear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your vehicle, see the part of this manual called “Children.
1-15 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
1-16 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way . CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury .
1-17 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place. CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be ther e, not at the pelvic bones.
1-18 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury .
1-19 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The belt is twisted across the body . CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact for ces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly , or ask your dealer to fix it.
1-20 T o unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way . Before you close the door , be sure the belt is out of the way . If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle. Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women.
1-21 The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother . When a safety belt is worn properly , it’ s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly .
1-22 Here are the most important things to know about the air bag systems: CAUTION: Y ou can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren’t wearing your safety belt -- even if you have air bags. W earing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it.
1-23 CAUTION: Anyone who is up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap - shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’ s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them.
1-24 How the Air Bag Systems W ork Where ar e the air bags? The driver ’ s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. The right front passenger ’ s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger ’ s side. The driver ’ s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver ’ s seatback closest to the door .
1-25 The right front passenger ’ s side impact air bag is in the side of the passenger ’ s seatback closest to the door . CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing sever e injury or even death.
1-26 In addition, your vehicle has “dual stage” frontal air bags, which adjust the amount of restraint according to crash severity . For moderate frontal impacts, these air bags inflate at a level less than full deployment. For more severe frontal impacts, full deployment occurs.
1-27 How does an air bag restrain? In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. In moderate to severe side collisions, even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle.
1-28 Y our vehicle has a feature that will automatically unlock the doors and turn the interior lamps on when the air bags inflate (if battery power is available). Y ou can lock the doors again and turn the interior lamps off by using the door lock and interior lamp controls.
1-29 Servicing Y our Air Bag-Equipped V ehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag systems in several places around your vehicle. Y our dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag systems.
1-30 When you sit in the center front seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor . T o make the belt longer , tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt. T o make the belt shorter , pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug.
1-31 Rear Seat Passengers It’ s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash.
1-32 If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt is not long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section.
1-33 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
1-34 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head.
1-35 2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elastic cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top.
1-36 4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in “Rear Seat Passenger Positions” earlier in this section. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder . T o remove and store the comfort guides, squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides.
1-37 CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much -- until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it. CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: (Continued) For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 - lb.
1-38 CAUTION: Children who ar e up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap - shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children, but not for young childr en and infants.
1-39 CAUTION: Newborn infants need complete support, including support for the head and neck. This is necessary because a newborn infant’ s neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body .
1-40 Restraint Systems for Children An infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface. Make sure that the infant’ s head rests toward the center of the vehicle.
1-41 A forward - facing child seat (C - E) provides restraint for the child’ s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T - shaped or shelf - like shields. A booster seat (F - G) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’ s safety belt system.
1-42 Q: How do child restraints work? A: A child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children. A built - in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add - on child restraint system is a portable one, which is purchased by the vehicle’ s owner .
1-43 Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. General Motors, therefore, recommends that child restrai.
1-44 T op Strap Some child restraints have a top strap, or “top tether .” It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision. For it to work, a top strap must be properly anchored to the vehicle. Some top strap - equipped child restraints are designed for use with or without the top strap being anchored.
1-45 Once you have the top strap anchored, you’ll be ready to secure the child restraint itself. T ighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer ’ s instructions say . Y our vehicle has top strap anchors already installed for the rear seating positions.
1-46 In order to use the system, you need either a forward - facing child restraint that has attaching points (B) at its base and a top tether anchor (C), or a rear - facing child restraint that has attaching points (B), as shown here. W ith this system, use the LA TCH system instead of the vehicle’ s safety belts to secure a child restraint.
1-47 CAUTION: If a LA TCH - type child restraint isn’t attached to its anchorage points, the restraint won’t be able to protect a child sitting ther e.
1-48 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LA TCH system, see “Lower Anchorages and T op T ethers for Children (LA TCH)” in the Index. CAUTION: A child in a child restraint in the center fr ont seat can be badly injured or killed by the right fr ont passenger air bag if it inflates.
1-49 T ilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed. If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child’ s face or neck, put it behind the child restraint. 3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
1-50 4. T o tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward - facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
1-51 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Y our vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Never put a rear - facing child restraint in this seat. Here’ s why: CAUTION: A child in a rear - facing child restraint can be seriously injur ed or killed if the right front passenger’ s air bag inflates.
1-52 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock.
1-53 6. T o tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. Y ou may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure.
1-54 Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle’ s safety belts. Q: What is the proper way to wear safety belts? A: If possible, an older child should wear a lap - shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide.
1-55 CAUTION: Never do this. Here two childr en are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spr ead the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injur ed. A belt must be used by only one person at a time.
1-56 CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap - shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way , in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’ s force would then be applied right on the child’ s abdomen.
1-57 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’ s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender . It’ s free. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear , so the extender will be long enough for you.
2- 2-1 Section 2 Featur es and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly -- and what to do if you have a problem.
2-2 Windows CAUTION: Leaving childr en in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. A child can be over come by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat str oke. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather .
2-3 Power Windows The power window controls located on the driver ’ s door armrest operate each of the windows while the ignition is on or while Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. In addition, each passenger door has a control for its own window .
2-4 Keys CAUTION: Leaving childr en in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many r easons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
2-5 There is a master key that works in all of the lock cylinders (driver ’ s door , trunk, ignition, and glove box). There is also a V ALET key which only operates the driver ’ s door and the ignition. Y our vehicle has the P ASS - Key III vehicle theft system.
2-6 Door Locks CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers -- especially children -- can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle won’t open it. Y ou increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locked.
2-7 Central Door Unlocking System If your vehicle has a theft - deterrent system, all doors will unlock if the key is held in the outside key cylinder unlock position for more than two seconds. The doors will also unlock if the key is turned to the unlock position twice in three seconds.
2-8 If your vehicle is equipped with the DIC, you must use it to program this feature. See “Driver Information Center (DIC)” in the Index. If your vehicle is not equipped with the DIC, use the following procedure to change modes: 1. Close all the doors and turn the ignition on.
2-9 Personal Choice Programming The delayed locking feature can be turned on or off. If your vehicle is equipped with the DIC, you must use it to program this feature. See “Driver Information Center (DIC)” in the Index. T o turn the feature on, do the following: 1.
2-10 Opening a Rear Door When the Security Lock is On 1. Unlock the door . 2. Then open the door from the outside. If you don’t cancel the security lock feature, adults or older children who ride in the rear seat won’t be able to open the rear door from the inside.
2-1 1 This device complies with RSS - 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
2-12 When the lock symbol is pressed, all doors will lock, the exterior lamps will flash once and the horn may sound. The trunk will unlock when the trunk symbol is pressed when the ignition is in OFF . The trunk symbol will also work when the ignition is on, but only while the transaxle is in P ARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).
2-13 Security Feedback This feature provides feedback to the driver when the vehicle receives a command from the remote keyless entry transmitter . Feedback is only provided if all doors are closed, the ignition is off and the RAP is inactive.
2-14 This procedure only changes the mode for the transmitter used to change this setting. The procedure will need to be repeated for the second transmitter . T o verify the mode selected, remove the key from the ignition and close all of the doors after you’ve exited the vehicle.
2-15 For battery replacement, use one Duracell battery , type DL - 2032, or a similar type. T o replace the battery , do the following: 1. Insert a coin, or similar object, into the notch near the key ring. T urn it counterclockwise to separate the two halves of the transmitter .
2-16 T runk CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. Y ou can’t see or smell CO.
2-17 T runk Release Handle Y our vehicle may be equipped with a truck release handle. Some early production vehicles may not have this feature. NOTICE: The trunk release handle was not designed to be used to tie down the trunk lid or as an anchor point when securing items in the trunk.
2-18 Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight. Put them in a storage area, or take them with you. Parking Lots Even if you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle, it’ s still best to lock it up and take your keys.
2-19 If a door is opened without the key or remote keyless entry transmitter , the alarm will go off. Y our vehicle’ s lamps will flash and the horn will sound for 30 seconds.
2-20 P ASS - Key III Y our vehicle is equipped with the P ASS - Key III (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft - deterrent system. P ASS - Key III is a passive theft - deterrent system. This means you don’t have to do anything different to arm or disarm the system.
2-21 If the engine still does not start, and the key appears to be undamaged, try another ignition key . At this time, you may also want to check the fuse (see “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index). If the engine still does not start with the other key , your vehicle needs service.
2-22 New V ehicle “Break - In” NOTICE: Y our vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate “break - in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: Don’t drive at any one speed -- fast or slow -- for the first 500 miles (805 km).
2-23 (B) LOCK: This is the only position in which you can remove the key . This position locks your ignition, steering wheel and transaxle. It’ s a theft - deterrent feature.
2-24 Starting Y our Engine Move your shift lever to P ARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Y our engine won’t start in any other position -- that’ s a safety feature. T o restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only . NOTICE: Don’t try to shift to P ARK (P) if your vehicle is moving.
2-25 NOTICE: Y our engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer . If you don’t, your engine might not perform properly .
2-26 Automatic T ransaxle Operation Y our automatic transaxle has a shift lever located on the steering column. P ARK (P): This position locks your front wheels. It’ s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily .
2-27 Ensure the shift lever is fully in P ARK (P) before starting the engine. Y our vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. Y ou have to fully apply your regular brakes befor e you can shift from P ARK (P) when the ignition is in RUN.
2-28 AUT OMA TIC OVERDRIVE ( ): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: Going less than about 35 mph (55 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all the way down.
2-29 FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). Y ou can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the shift lever is put in FIRST (1), the transaxle won’t shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough.
2-30 If you try to drive approximately 20 feet (6.1 m) with the parking brake on, the brake light stays on and a chime sounds until you release the parking brake. NOTICE: Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. Y ou may have to replace them, and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle.
2-31 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. 2. Move the shift lever into P ARK (P) like this: Pull the lever toward you. Move the lever up as far as it will go. 3. T urn the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Remove the key and take it with you.
2-32 Leaving Y our V ehicle W ith the Engine Running CAUTION: It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Y our vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in P ARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch fire.
2-33 Shifting Out of P ARK (P) Y our vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. Y ou have to fully apply your regular brake befor e you can shift from P ARK (P) when the ignition is in RUN. See “Automatic T ransaxle” in the Index.
2-34 Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. Y ou might have exhaust coming in if: Y our exhaust system sounds strange or different.
2-35 CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P ARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Y our vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you’ve left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly .
2-36 T urn Signal/Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following: T urn Signal and Lane Change Signals Headlamp High/Low - Beam Changer Flash - To - Pass Feature W indshield W ipers W indshield W asher For more information on exterior lamps, see “Exterior Lamps” later in this section.
2-37 If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. If the arrows don’t go on at all when you signal a turn, check the fuse (see “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index) and for burned - out bulbs. T urn Signal On Chime If your turn signal is left on for more than 0.
2-38 Windshield W ipers The windshield wipers are controlled by turning the band marked WIPER. For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to MIST . Hold it there until the wipers start, then let go. The wipers will stop after one cycle. If you want more cycles, hold the band on MIST longer .
2-39 Rainsense II Wipers (If Equipped) The moisture sensor is mounted on the interior of the windshield below the rearview mirror and is used to automatically operate the wipers. This system operates by monitoring the amount of moisture build - up on the windshield.
2-40 Windshield W asher At the top of the turn signal/multifunction lever , there’ s a paddle with the word PUSH on it. T o spray washer fluid on the windshield, push the paddle. The wipers will clear the window and either stop or return to your preset speed.
2-41 CAUTION: Cruise contr ol can be danger ous where you can’t drive safely at a steady speed. So, don’t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic. Cruise contr ol can be danger ous on slippery roads. On such r oads, fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning, and you could lose control.
2-42 Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off the cruise control. But you don’t need to reset it. Once you’re going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can briefly press the RESUME/ACCEL (resume/accelerate) switch to return to your desired preset speed.
2-43 Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down.
2-44 Wiper - Activated Headlamps This feature turns on the low - beam headlamps, instrument panel cluster backlighting and taillamps when the T wilight Sentinel is in day mode and after the windshield wipers have been in use for approximately six seconds.
2-45 When the DRL are on, only your high - beam headlamps will be on. The parking lamps, taillamps, sidemarker and other lamps won’t be on. When it is dark enough outside, your low - beam headlamps will come on. The other lamps that turn on with your headlamps will also turn on.
2-46 The exterior lamps can be completely shut off while the vehicle is in P ARK (P) by sliding the T wilight Sentinel lever all the way toward OFF , and releasing it. T o turn the exterior lamps back on, slide the lever all the way toward OFF again, and release it; or , shift out of P ARK (P).
2-47 Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness Control The lever for this feature is located to the left of the steering column. The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted by sliding the INTERIOR lever from LO to HI. The instrument panel lights will be on only when the parking lamps are on.
2-48 Theater Dimming This feature allows for a three to five - second fade out of the courtesy lamps instead of immediate turn off. Delayed Exit Lighting If it is dark enough outside when you remove the key from the ignition, the interior lamps will turn on and stay on for approximately 25 seconds.
2-49 T o turn the feature on, do the following: 1. Close all the doors and turn the ignition on. Keep all doors closed throughout this procedure. 2. Press and hold LOCK on the power door lock switch throughout this procedure. All the doors will lock. 3.
2-50 Battery Load Management The battery load management feature is designed to monitor the vehicle’ s electrical load and determine when the battery is in a heavy discharge condition. During times of high electrical loading, the engine may idle at a higher rpm setting than normal to make sure the battery charges.
2-51 Electrochr omic Day/Night Rearview Mirror with Compass (If Equipped) Y our vehicle may have an electrochromic inside rearview mirror with a compass. Y our vehicle’ s mirror may also contain OnStar controls. This is the on/off button for mirrors equipped with OnStar controls.
2-52 The mirror can be calibrated in one of two ways: Drive the vehicle in circles at 5 mph (8 km/h) or less until the display reads a direction, or drive the vehicle on your everyday routine. Mirrors equipped with OnStar controls can be placed in calibration mode by pressing and holding the on/off button until a C is shown in the compass display .
2-53 Power Remote Control Mirr ors The controls for the power remote mirrors are located on the driver ’ s door armrest. Press the left or right side of the L/R selector switch located beneath the control pad to choose the left or right mirror .
2-54 Convex Outside Mirror Y our passenger ’ s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror ’ s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver ’ s seat. CAUTION: A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really ar e.
2-55 Front Center Console Y our vehicle has a center console with two storage compartments and cupholders. The cupholders have removable liners to hold beverage containers of different sizes. T o access the cupholders and the front storage area, push the doors covering them back into the console.
2-56 T o use a lighter , push the center all the way in and let it go. When it is ready , the center will pop back out by itself. Pull out the entire unit to use it. NOTICE: Don’t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating. If you do, it won’t be able to back away from the heating element when it’ s ready .
2-57 Y our vehicle may have a small cap that must be pulled down to access the auxiliary power outlet. If it does, when not using the outlet be sure to cover it with the protective cap. The auxiliary power outlets will only operate when the ignition key is in RUN and for 10 minutes after turning the ignition off.
2-58 OnStar System (If Equipped) OnStar is a vehicle communications system that offers a variety of services and provides a one - touch hands - free communication link between you and the OnStar Center . T o receive OnStar services, a service subscription agreement is required and an additional fee may be required.
2-59 The light will be red in the event of an OnStar system malfunction. If this occurs press the OnStar Services button to attempt to contact an advisor . If the connection is made, the advisor will assist you with steps to take to make sure that the system is functioning properly .
2-60 V ehicle Locator Service: T o contact the center , call 1 - 888 - 4 - ONST AR. Y ou will be required to provide your security information. An advisor will send a command to your vehicle to sound the horn and/or flash the lamps. Route Support: An advisor can provide directions or guidance to most places you want to go.
2-61 Sunr oof (Option) The sunroof has both manual and express features for opening the glass panel and sunshade. If your vehicle has this option, the switch for the sunroof is located on the headliner between the sun visors. The sunroof has four positions, express open, comfort stop, closed and vent.
2-62 HomeLink T ransmitter (If Equipped) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
2-63 Programming the HomeLink T ransmitter Do not use the HomeLink T ransmitter with any garage door opener that does not have the “stop and reverse” safety feature. This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982. Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door you are programming.
2-64 T raining a Garage Opener with a “Rolling Code” Feature (If Equipped) If you have not previously programmed the hand - held transmitter to HomeLink, see “Programming the HomeLink T ransmitter” listed previously .
2-65 Canadian Programming Canadian Owners: During programming, the hand - held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting after two seconds. In this case, you should press and hold the HomeLink b.
2-66 The Instrument Panel -- Y our Information System.
2-67 The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Air Outlets B. Driver Information Center Buttons (If Equipped) C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever D. Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped) E. Hazard W arning Flashers F . Instrument Panel Cluster G.
2-68 Instrument Panel Clusters Y our instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. Y ou’ll know how fast you’re going, how much fuel you’re using, and many other things you’ll need to drive safely and economically .
2-69 Cluster with T achometer (United States version shown, Canada similar).
2-70 Speedometer and Odometer Y our speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Y our odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles or kilometers. Press The ENG/MET button which is located to the left of the speedometer to change from mph to km/h.
2-71 W a rning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. W arning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement.
2-72 Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag’ s electrical system for malfunctions.
2-73 Battery System W arning Light When you turn the key to RUN, this light will turn on briefly to show that the generator and battery charging systems are working. If the light stays on, a chime will sound indicating that the vehicle needs service. Y ou should take your vehicle to the dealer as soon as possible.
2-74 If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully . Y ou may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or , the pedal may go closer to the floor . It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service.
2-75 T raction Control System W arning Light (Option) This warning light should come on briefly when the engine is started. If the warning light doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’ s a problem.
2-76 Engine Coolant T emperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the pointer moves into the shaded area, the engine is too hot.
2-77 NOTICE: If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after a while, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly . This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty .
2-78 If the light stops flashing and remains on steady , see “If the Light Is On Steady” following. If the light continues to flash, when it is safe to do so, stop the vehicle . Find a safe place to park your vehicle. T urn the key off, wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine.
2-79 Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state/provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration.
2-80 When this light comes on and stays on, and a chime sounds, it means oil isn’t going through the engine properly . The oil could be low , or there might be some other oil problem. See your dealer for service. CAUTION: Don’t keep driving if the oil pressur e is low .
2-81 Cruise Light The CRUISE light comes on when you set the vehicle’ s cruise control. See “Cruise Control” in the Index. Fuel Gage United States Canada The fuel gage shows about how much fuel is in your tank. It works only when the ignition is on.
2-82 Driver Information Center (DIC) (If Equipped) Y our vehicle may be equipped with a Driver Information Center (DIC). The DIC will display information about how your vehicle is functioning, as well as warning messages if a system problem is detected.
2-83 FUEL INFO (Information): Press this button to display fuel information. Press the FUEL INFO button until the display shows FUEL ECONOMY A VERAGE. A verage fuel economy is viewed as a long term approximation of your overall driving conditions.
2-84 Press the GAGE INFO button until the display shows BA TTER Y ST A TE. If the voltage is normal the display will show BA TTER Y ST A TE NORMAL. If the voltage drops below 10.5 volts, the display will show BA TTER Y ST A T E LOW . If the voltage is above 16.
2-85 DIC W arnings and Messages Other messages or warnings may appear in the DIC display . For Canadian drivers, in addition to the DIC message your DIC will display EXP with a number after it which reflects the following messages: EXP (Export ID) W arning Message 20 TURN SIGNAL STILL ON? .
2-86 When the ST ABILITY SYSTEM ACTIVE message is on, you should continue to steer in the direction you want to go. The system is designed to help you in bad weather or other difficult driving situations by making the most of whatever road conditions will permit.
2-87 Use the following steps for personal choice programming instructions. 1. T urn the ignition on and keep the transaxle in P ARK (P). 2. Inform the DIC which driver you are by pressing the button with the unlock symbol on your remote keyless entry transmitter or the appropriate memory seat control.
2-88 If you choose ON for AUTO DOOR LOCKS, ON for UNLOCK and P ARK, your doors will lock every time you shift out of P ARK (P), and the doors will unlock every time you stop and shift into P ARK (P).
2-89 Security Feedback By choosing different combinations of these selections, you can choose the type of transmitter activated feedback when locking and unlocking your vehicle with your transmitter . Each time you make a selection by pressing the ENG/MET button, press the RESET button to record your choice.
2-90 Perimeter Lighting When the button with the unlock symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed, the DRL (high - beams at reduced intensity), parking lamps and back - up lamps will turn on if it is dark enough according to the T wilight Sentinel.
2-91 EXIT : Choose ON when the SEA T RECALL choice appears, and then choose EXIT when the RECALL POSITION choice appears. The seat will move when you enter the vehicle after unlocking it with a remote keyless entry transmitter . This will allow for easy entry .
2-92 Head - Up Display (HUD) (If Equipped) CAUTION: If the HUD image is too bright, or too high in your field of view , it may take you more time to see things you need to see when it’ s dark outside. Be sur e to keep the HUD image dim and placed low in your field of view .
2-93 Be sure to continue scanning your displays, controls and driving environment just as you would in a vehicle without HUD. If you never look at your instrument panel cluster , you may not see something important, such as a warning light. NOTICE: Although the HUD image appears to be near the front of the vehicle, do not use it as a parking aid.
2-94 3. Now press the image height adjuster switch to position the image as low as possible, while still keeping it in full view . 4. Slide the dimmer lever downward until the HUD image is no brighter than necessary . T o turn the HUD display off, slide the dimmer lever all the way down.
3- 3-1 Section 3 Comfort Contr ols and Audio Systems In this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle.
3-2 Comfort Controls This section describes how to operate your climate control system. W ith this system, you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation in your vehicle. Y our vehicle also has a flow - through ventilation system described later in this section.
3-3 VENT : This setting directs outside air through the instrument panel outlets. The air conditioning compressor is not working when VENT is selected. If you select VENT while in FRONT defrost, the VENT light will flash three times to let you know this is not allowed.
3-4 Dual Automatic ComforT emp Climate Control (If Equipped) TEMP (T emperature): T o manually adjust the temperature inside the vehicle, push the TEMP arrow . Push the TEMP up arrow for warmer temperature settings and the TEMP down arrow for cooler temperature settings.
3-5 OFF: If the passenger comfort control is turned on, it can be turned off by pressing the OFF button once. Pressing the OFF button a second time will turn off the main system. T urning off the main system causes the fan to turn off and the airflow to be directed toward the floor .
3-6 Passenger Climate Control (If Equipped) If your vehicle is equipped with the Dual Automatic ComforT emp system, the front seat passenger can control the air temperature in his or her seating area. The control is located on the passenger ’ s door armrest.
3-7 Sun and temperature sensors automatically adjust the air temperature, the airflow direction and the fan speed to maintain your temperature setting. The system may supply cooler air to the side of the vehicle toward the sun. Be careful not to put anything over the sensor on top of the dash.
3-8 T o program a personal choice climate control setting, do the following: 1. Choose a temperature setting for the driver and if desired, for the passenger . See “Dual Automatic ComforT emp Climate Control” and “Passenger Climate Control” earlier in this section.
3-9 On sunny days, when the air is moderately warm or cool, use Bi - Level to deliver warm air to the floor ducts and cooler air to the instrument panel outlets. On days like these, the sun may adequately warm your upper body , but your lower body may not be warm enough.
3-10 Defogging and Defrosting If you have the electronic touch system, press the FRONT button and adjust the TEMPERA TURE lever toward W ARM and the F AN lever toward HIGH. If you have the Dual Automatic ComforT emp system, use the FRONT button to defog or defrost the windshield.
3-1 1 NOTICE: Do not try to clear frost or other material fr om the inside of the rear window with a razor blade or anything else that is sharp. This may damage the rear defogger grid. The r epairs wouldn’t be covered by your warranty . Do not attach a temporary vehicle license, tape or decals across the defogger grid on the rear window .
3-12 V entilation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow or any other obstruction such as leaves. The heater and defroster will work better , reducing the chance of fogging your windows. Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects.
3-13 Audio Systems Y our audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure. Y ou will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first.
3-14 Finding a Station AM FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1 and FM2. The display shows your selection. TUNE: T urn this knob clockwise to tune to the next station. T urn it counterclockwise to tune to the previous station. SEEK : Press the right or left arrow to go to the next or previous station and stay there.
3-15 Setting the T one (Bass/T reble) AUDIO: Push and release AUDIO until BASS appears on the display . Then turn the AUDIO knob clockwise to increase bass. BASS and a positive number will appear on the display . Turn the AUDIO knob counterclockwise to decrease bass.
3-16 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) AUDIO: T o adjust the balance between the right and left speakers, push and release AUDIO until BAL appears on the display . Then turn the AUDIO knob clockwise to move the sound to the right speakers or counterclockwise to move the sound to the left speakers.
3-17 If you want to insert a tape when the ignition or radio is off, first press the eject button or DISP . Cassette tape adapter kits for portable compact disc players will work in your cassette tape player . Y our tape bias is set automatically . If an error appears on the display , see “Cassette T ape Messages” later in this section.
3-18 Cassette T ape Messages If an error message appears while trying to play a cassette tape, it could be for one of the following reasons: TIGHT T APE: The tape is tight and the player can’t turn the tape hubs. Remove the tape. Hold the tape with the open end down and try to turn the right hub counterclockwise with a pencil.
3-19 AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player with Automatic T one Control and Radio Data Systems (RDS) (If Equipped) Playing the Radio PWR (Power): Push this knob to turn the system on and off. V OL (V olume): T urn this knob clockwise to increase volume.
3-20 T o scan preset stations, press and hold one of the SEEK arrows for more than four seconds until PSCAN and the preset number appear on the display . Y ou will hear a double beep. The radio will go to the first preset station stored on your pushbuttons, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next preset station.
3-21 Push and release AUDIO until TREBLE appears on the display . Then turn the AUDIO knob clockwise to increase treble. TREBLE and a positive number will appear on the display . Turn the AUDIO knob counterclockwise to decrease treble. TREBLE and a negative number will appear on the display .
3-22 T o adjust balance or fade to the middle position, select BAL or F ADE. Then push and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep. The indicator will be centered on the display T o.
3-23 Finding a PTY Station P - TYP (Program T ype): This button is used to turn on and off Program T ype (PTY) select. The P - TYPE symbol will appear on the display and the SELECT LED indicator next to the P - TYP button will light. The last selected PTY will appear on the display for five seconds.
3-24 RDS Messages ALER T!: This type of announcement warns of national or local emergencies. Y ou will not be able to turn off alert announcements. ALER T! appears on the display when an alert announcement plays.
3-25 Playing a Compact Disc Insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in. The disc should begin playing. If you want to insert a CD while the ignition or the radio is off, first press the eject button or DISP . If you turn off the ignition or radio with a disc in the player , it will stay in the player .
3-26 Compact Disc Errors CHECK CD: If this message appears on the radio display , it could be due to one of the following reasons: The road is too rough. The disc should play when the road is smoother . The disc is dirty , scratched, wet or upside down.
3-27 DISP (Display): Press this button to display the station being played or to display the clock. The clock can be displayed with the ignition on or off. Finding a Station AM FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1 and FM2. The display shows your selection.
3-28 Setting the T one (Bass/T reble) AUDIO: Push and release AUDIO until BASS appears on the display . Then turn the AUDIO knob clockwise to increase bass. BASS and a positive number will appear on the display . Turn the AUDIO knob counterclockwise to decrease bass.
3-29 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) AUDIO: T o adjust the balance between the right and left speakers, push and release AUDIO until BAL appears on the display . Then turn the AUDIO knob clockwise to move the sound to the right speakers or counterclockwise to move the sound to the left speakers.
3-30 When you are tuned to an RDS station, the station name will appear on the display , instead of the frequency . Most RDS stations provide their station name, the time of day and a Program T ype (PTY) for their current programming. Finding a PTY Station P - TYP (Program T ype): This button is used to turn on and off Program T ype (PTY) select.
3-31 RDS Messages ALER T!: This type of announcement warns of national or local emergencies. Y ou will not be able to turn off alert announcements. ALER T! appears on the display when an alert announcement plays.
3-32 Playing a Cassette T ape The longer side with the tape visible should face to the right. If the ignition and the radio are on, the tape can be inserted and will begin playing. If you hear nothing or hear a garbled sound, the tape may not be in squarely .
3-33 CD T APE: Press this button to play a cassette tape or a CD when listening to the radio. (Eject): Press this button to eject a tape. Cassette T ape Messages If an error message appears while trying to play a cassette tape, it could be for one of the following reasons: TIGHT T APE: The tape is tight and the player can’t turn the tape hubs.
3-34 Playing a Compact Disc Insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in. The disc should begin playing. If you want to insert a CD while the ignition or the radio is off, first press the eject button or DISP . If you turn off the ignition or radio with a disc in the player , it will stay in the player .
3-35 Compact Disc Errors CHECK CD: If this message appears on the radio display , it could be due to one of the following reasons: The road is too rough. The disc should play when the road is smoother . The disc is dirty , scratched, wet or upside down.
3-36 Y ou must first load the magazine with discs before you can play a compact disc. Each of the 12 trays holds one disc. Slide the button on the top of the magazine and gently pull out one of the trays. Load the trays from top to bottom, placing a disc on the tray label side up.
3-37 Close the door by sliding it all the way to the right. When the door is closed, the changer will begin checking for discs in the magazine. This will continue for up to one and a half minutes depending on the number of discs loaded. T o eject the magazine from the player , slide the CD changer door all the way open (to the left).
3-38 4 RDM (Random): Press this pushbutton to enter the random play mode. RAND will appear on the display . While in this mode, tracks and discs will be played in random order . Press this pushbutton again to turn off the random feature and return to normal operation.
3-39 Compact Disc Changer Errors E (Error): If this message and a number appear on the display , an error has occurred. If the error occurred while trying to play a CD in the compact disc player or changer , the following conditions may have caused the error: E30: The road is too rough.
3-40 Theft-Deterrent Featur e (If Equipped) THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your radio. It works by using a secret code to disable all radio functions whenever battery power is removed and the radio is placed in a different vehicle. This feature requires no user input to be activated.
3-41 SEEK : Press the up arrow to seek to the next station and the down arrow to seek to the previous station. The sound will mute while seeking. When playing a cassette tape or a compact disc, press the up arrow to hear the next selection. AM/FM: Press this button to choose AM, FM1 or FM2.
3-42 NOTICE: Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle -- like a tape player , CB radio, mobile telephone or two - way radio -- be sure you can add what you want.
3-43 When cleaning the cassette tape player with the recommended non - abrasive cleaning cassette, it is possible that the cassette may eject, because the cut tape detection feature on your radio may recognize it as a broken tape. If the cleaning cassette ejects, insert the cassette at least three times to ensure thorough cleaning.
3-44 Diversity Antenna System Y our AM - FM antennas are located in the front windshield and rear window . Be sure that the inside surfaces of the front windshield and rear window are not scratched and that the lines on the glass are not damaged. If the inside surfaces are damaged, they could interfere with radio reception.
4- 4-1 Section 4 Y our Driving and the Road Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions.
4-2 Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively . Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. See “Safety Belts” in the Index. Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.
4-3 Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy . It’ s the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year . Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: Judgment Muscular Coordination V ision Attentiveness.
4-4 It’ s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour , the person’ s BAC would be close to 0.12 percent. A person who consumes food just before or during drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level.
4-5 The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. “I’ll be careful” isn’t the right answer .
4-6 Control of a V ehicle Y ou have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator .
4-7 A void needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. Y our brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Y our brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking.
4-8 Let’ s say the road is wet and you’re driving safely . Suddenly , an animal jumps out in front of you. Y ou slam on the brakes and continue braking.
4-9 Remember: Anti - lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops.
4-10 This light should come on briefly when you start the engine. If it stays on or comes on while you are driving, there’ s a problem with your traction control system. See “T raction Control System W arning Light” in the Index. When this warning light is on, the system will not limit wheel spin.
4-1 1 Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort. Steering Tips Driving on Curves It’ s important to take curves at a reasonable speed.
4-12 Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you.
4-13 Off - Road Recovery Y ou may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy .
4-14 Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity . For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you’re following a larger vehicle. Also, you won’t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops.
4-15 Loss of Control Let’ s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) don’t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked. In any emergency , don’t give up.
4-16 Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired -- by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue. Here are some tips on night driving. Drive defensively .
4-17 No one can see as well at night as in the daytime. But as we get older these differences increase. A 50 - year - old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 - year - old. What you do in the daytime can also affect your night vision.
4-18 Driving in Rain and on W et Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire - to - road traction isn’t as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get even less traction.
4-19 Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. T ry to avoid puddles. But if you can’t, try to slow down before you hit them. CAUTION: W et brakes can cause accidents.
4-20 Driving Thr ough Deep Standing W ater NOTICE: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water , water can come in through your engine’ s air intake and badly damage your engine. Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle.
4-21 City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. Y ou’ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going.
4-22 Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right.
4-23 Once you are moving on the freeway , make certain you allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move slightly slower at night. When you want to leave the freeway , move to the proper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, do not, under any circumstances, stop and back up.
4-24 Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever .
4-25 If you drive regularly in steep country , or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle.
4-26 Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your vehicle in good shape for winter . Y ou may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk.
4-27 Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction. However , if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation. Y ou’ll have a lot less traction or “grip” and will need to be very careful.
4-28 Y our anti - lock brakes improve your vehicle’ s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have the anti - lock braking system, you’ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement. See “Anti - Lock” in the Index.
4-29 T ie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow . Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats -- anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm.
4-30 Then, shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. But do it as little as possible. Preserve the fuel as long as you can.
4-31 Dinghy T owing NOTICE: T owing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground will damage drivetrain components. Y our vehicle was not designed to be towed with all four wheels on the ground. If your vehicle must be towed, you should use a dolly .
4-32 Loading Y our V ehicle T wo labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry . The Tire - Loading Information label found on the rear edge of the driver ’ s door tells you the proper size, speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for the tires on your vehicle.
4-33 CAUTION: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR, or either the maximum front or r ear GA WR. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, and it can change the way your vehicle handles. These could cause you to lose control and crash. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle.
4-34 T owing a T railer CAUTION: If you don’t use the correct equipment and drive properly , you can lose control when you pull a trailer . For example, if the trailer is too heavy , the brakes may not work well -- or even at all. Y ou and your passengers could be seriously injured.
4-35 If Y ou Do Decide T o Pull A T railer If you do, here are some important points: There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure your rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you’ll be driving.
4-36 W eight of the T railer T ongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle. The Gross V ehicle W eight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle.
4-37 W ill you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch? If you do, then be sure to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch. If you don’t seal them, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) from your exhaust can get into your vehicle.
4-38 Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer . This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns. Passing Y ou’ll need more passing distance up ahead when you’re towing a trailer .
4-39 When towing a trailer , the arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out. Thus, you may think drivers behind you are seeing your signal when they are not. It’ s important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working.
4-40 When Y ou Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: start your engine, shift into a gear , and release the parking brake. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks.
5- 5-1 Section 5 Pr oblems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. 5 - 2 Hazard W arning Flashers 5 - 2 Other W arning Devices 5 - 3 Jump Starting 5 -.
5-2 Hazard W arning Flashers Y our hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Y our front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. The hazard warning flasher button is located on top of the steering column.
5-3 Jump Starting If your vehicle’ s battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to use the steps below to do it safely . CAUTION: Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: They contain acid that can burn you.
5-4 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12 - volt battery with a negative ground system. NOTICE: If the other system isn’t a 12 - volt system with a negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged. 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching each other .
5-5 Access the remote positive (+) terminal by removing the cover . Y ou will not see the battery of your vehicle under the hood. It is located under the rear passenger ’ s seat. Y ou will not need to access the battery for jump starting. The remote positive (+) terminal is for that purpose.
5-6 CAUTION: Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly . Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running. 5. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged too.
5-7 7. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery . Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 8. Now connect the black negative ( - ) cable to the negative ( - ) terminal of the good battery .
5-8 9. Connect the other end of the negative ( - ) cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) away from the dead battery , but not near engine parts that move. The electrical connection is just as good there, and the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less.
5-9 Jumper Cable Removal A. Dead Battery or Remote Positive (+) T erminal B. Good Battery or Remote Positive (+) and Remote Negative ( - ) T erminals C. Heavy , Unpainted Metal Engine Part or Remote Negative ( - ) T erminal T o disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1.
5-10 Engine Overheating Y ou will find a warning light about a hot engine as well as an engine coolant temperature gage on your vehicle’ s instrument panel cluster . If your vehicle is equipped with the optional Driver Information Center (DIC), an ENGINE COOLANT LOW warning will appear on the display .
5-1 1 If No Steam Is Coming From Y our Engine If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you: Climb a long hill on a hot day . Stop after high - speed driving.
5-12 Cooling System When you decide it’ s safe to lift the hood, here’ s what you’ll see: A. Coolant Recovery T ank B. Radiator Pressure Cap C. Electric Engine Cooling Fans CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you.
5-13 The coolant level should be at or above the FULL COLD mark (if the engine is hot, the coolant level should be at FULL HOT). If it isn’t, you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator , water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system.
5-14 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery T ank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at the FULL COLD mark, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX - COOL engine coolant at the coolant recovery tank. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for more information.
5-15 CAUTION: Y ou can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine. When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at the FULL COLD mark, start your vehicle.
5-16 How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 1. Y ou can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. T urn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops.
5-17 A. Clean the area around the engine oil fill tube and cap before removing. T wist the oil fill tube, with cap attached, counterclockwise and remove it.
5-18 5. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX - COOL coolant mixture, up to the base of the filler neck. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mixture. If you see a stream of coolant coming from an air bleed valve, close the valve.
5-19 10. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. W atch out for the engine cooling fans. 1 1. By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower .
5-20 If a Tir e Goes Flat It’ s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly . If air goes out of a tire, it’ s much more likely to leak out slowly .
5-21 The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire. Removing the Spare T ire and T ools The equipment you’ll need is located in the trunk. 1. Pull the carpeting from the floor of the trunk. 2. Lift and remove the cover . 3.
5-22 4. Unscrew the wing nuts to remove the container that holds the wrench and jack. 5. Remove the wheel wrench, jack and the spare tire from the trunk.
5-23 Removing the Flat Tir e and Installing the Spare T ire 1. Use the wheel wrench to loosen the wheel nuts, but don’t remove them yet. 2. The jack has a bolt at the end. Attach the wheel wrench to the bolt to create a jack handle. 3. T urn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the jack head until it fits under the vehicle.
5-24 4. Put the jack into a notch in the frame which is located near each wheel well. The front notch is eight inches (20 cm) back from the front wheel well. The rear notch is three inches (8 cm) forward from the rear wheel well. The notches are accessible through openings in the plastic trim at the bottom of the vehicle.
5-25 5. Raise the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise in the jack. Raise the vehicle far enough so there’ s enough room for the spare tire to fit under the wheel well. 6. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire. 7. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel.
5-26 CAUTION: Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Y our wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 8. Place the compact spare tire on the wheel - mounting surface. 9. Reinstall the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel.
5-27 CAUTION: Incorr ect wheel nuts or impr operly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sur e to use the corr ect wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sur e to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts.
5-28 Storing the Flat Tir e and T ools CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury . In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place.
5-29 Storing the Spare T ire and T ools CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury . In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place.
5-30 Compact Spare T ire Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new , it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly . It should be 60 psi (420 kPa). After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated.
5-31 If Y ou’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will need to spin the wheels, but you don’t want to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as “rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, but you must use caution.
6- 6-1 Section 6 Service and Appearance Car e Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel information, and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care.
6-2 Service Y our dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. W e hope you’ll go to your dealer for all your service needs. Y ou’ll get genuine GM parts and GM - trained and supported service people. W e hope you’ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM.
6-3 CAUTION: Y ou can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it. Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper r eplacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task.
6-4 Gasoline Specifications It is recommended that gasoline meet specifications which were developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association and endorsed by the Canadian V ehicle Manufacturers’ Association for better vehicle performance and engine protection.
6-5 Additives Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane - enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT); ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT . General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines.
6-6 Filling Y our T ank CAUTION: Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently , and that can cause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re near gasoline or r efueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from gasoline.
6-7 CAUTION: If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly . This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather .
6-8 Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION: Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor . Y ou can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs.
6-9 Hood Release T o open the hood, do the following: 1. Pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle. It is located next to the parking brake pedal near the floor . 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release. The hood latch is located under the hood, near the center , and at the front edge of the grille.
6-10 Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 3800 (L36) engine, you’ll see: A. Engine Compartment Fuse Block B. W indshield W asher Fluid Reservoir C. Remote Positive T erminal D. Engine Coolant Recovery T ank E. Radiator Pressure Cap F .
6-1 1 Engine Oil If the ENGINE OIL LOW - CHECK LEVEL DIC message appears on the instrument cluster , it means you need to check your engine oil level right away . For more information, see “DIC W arnings and Messages” in the Index. Y ou should check your engine oil level regularly; this is an added reminder .
6-12 T urn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan. If you don’t, the oil dipstick might not show the actual level. Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way .
6-13 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the starburst symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol.
6-14 SAE 10W - 30 is best for your vehicle. However , you can use SAE 5W - 30 if it’ s going to be colder than 60 F (16 C) before your next oil change. When it’ s very cold, you should use SAE 5W - 30. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity , or thickness.
6-15 When to Change Engine Oil (V ehicles With the GM Oil Life System Option) If so equipped, your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter . This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature, and not on mileage.
6-16 What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer . Don’t let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and water , or a good hand cleaner .
6-17 2. Remove the air intake hose that is snapped over the throttle body by pulling the hose upward and away from the throttle body which is located near the top of the engine. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the air intake hose. This will allow you to lift the rear portion of the engine air cleaner/filter housing.
6-18 5. Check or replace the engine air cleaner/filter . 6. Reinstall the rear section of the engine air cleaner/filter housing. 7. Reconnect the electrical connector . 8. Reattach the air intake hose by snapping it back onto the throttle body . 9. Refasten the latches to the engine air cleaner/filter housing cover .
6-19 Passenger Compartment Air Filter (If Equipped) If your vehicle has this feature, the outside air entering the vehicle is routed through a filter .
6-20 Automatic T ransaxle Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Change both the fluid and filter every 50,000 mile.
6-21 T o get the right reading, the fluid should be at normal operating temperature, which is 180 F to 200 F (82 C to 93 C). Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures are above 50 F (10 C). If it’ s colder than 50 F (10 C), you may have to drive longer .
6-22 2. Push it back in all the way , wait three seconds and then pull it back out again. 3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. The fluid level must be in the cross - hatched area. 4. If the fluid level is in the acceptable range, push the dipstick back in all the way .
6-23 Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX - COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150,000 miles (240 000 km), whichever occurs first, if you add only DEX - COOL extended life coolant.
6-24 What to Use Use a mixture of one - half clean, drinkable water and one - half DEX - COOL coolant which won’t damage aluminum parts. If you use this coolant mixture, you don’t need to add anything else. CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous.
6-25 Checking Coolant The engine coolant recovery tank is located in the engine compartment on the passenger ’ s side of the vehicle. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information on location. The vehicle must be on a level surface.
6-26 Radiator Pressur e Cap NOTICE: Y our radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressur e - type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. Be sur e the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck.
6-27 How to Check Power Steering Fluid T urn the key off, let the engine compartment cool down, wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean, then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick.
6-28 Adding W asher Fluid Open the cap with the washer symbol on it. Add washer fluid until the tank is full. NOTICE: When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’ s instructions for adding water . Don’t mix water with ready - to - use washer fluid.
6-29 Brakes Brake Fluid Y our brake master cylinder reservoir is on the driver ’ s side of the engine compartment. It is filled with DOT - 3 brake fluid. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down.
6-30 What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT - 3 brake fluid. Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only . See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it.
6-31 Brake W ear Y our vehicle has four - wheel disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built - in wear indicators that make a high - pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly).
6-32 Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. Y our vehicle was designed and tested with top - quality GM brake parts.
6-33 T o be sure the vent hose (A) is properly attached, the vent hose connectors (B) must be securely reattached to the vent outlets (C) on each side of the battery , and the vent assembly grommet (D) must be secured to the floor pan (E).
6-34 Bulb Replacement For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer . For the bulb types to be used in the following procedures, see “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index. Halogen Bulbs CAUTION: Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb.
6-35 4. T urn the bulb retainer counterclockwise to remove it from the bulb assembly . Pull the bulb straight out from the retainer . 5. Push the new bulb straight into the retainer .
6-36 If your vehicle is damaged in an accident, the headlamp aim may be affected. Aim adjustment to the low beam may be necessary if it is difficult to see lane markers (for horizontal aim), or if oncoming drivers flash their high beams at you (for vertical aim).
6-37 If you believe your headlamps need horizontal (left/right) adjustment, follow the horizontal aiming procedure. If you believe your headlamps need only vertical (up/down) adjustment, follow only the vertical aiming procedure. Adjustment screws can be turned with an E8 T orx socket or T15 T orx screwdriver .
6-38 Headlamp V ertical Aiming NOTICE: Horizontal aiming must be performed before making any adjustments to the vertical aim. Adjusting the vertical aim first will result in an incorrect headlamp aim. 1. Find the aim dot on the lens of the low beam lamps.
6-39 NOTICE: Do not cover a headlamp to improve beam cut - off when aiming. Covering a headlamp may cause excessive heat build - up which may cause damage to the headlamp. 5. T urn the vertical aiming screw (C) until the headlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal tape line.
6-40 Front T urn Signal Once the headlamp assembly has been removed from the vehicle, the front turn signal bulbs can be accessed. 1. Reach down into the space provided by the removal of the headlamp assembly and, while pushing in the tab on the bulb assembly , turn the assembly counterclockwise and remove it.
6-41 2. Pull out the assembly . 3. Push in the tab and turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it. 4. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.
6-42 Rear T urn Signals, Stoplamps and T aillamps 1. Open the trunk. Turn the screws located just inside of the trunk counterclockwise and remove them. 2. Remove the plastic trim piece from the trunk. 3. Pull the carpet away from the rear area to access the turn signal bulb assembly .
6-43 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement W indshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking. See “W iper Blade Check” in the Index for more information. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways.
6-44 Tire s Y our new vehicle comes with high - quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer . If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your Buick W arranty booklet for details. CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperly used tir es are danger ous.
6-45 Inflation -- Tir e Pressur e The T ire - Loading Information label, which is on the rear edge of the driver ’ s door , shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.
6-46 Check T ire Pr essure System (If Equipped) The check tire pressure system can alert you to a large change in the pressure of one tire. The system won’t alert you before you drive that a tire is low or flat. Y ou must begin driving before the system will work properly .
6-47 T o reset (calibrate) the system: 1. T urn the ignition switch to RUN. 2. Press the GAGE INFO button on the DIC until TIRE PRESSURE appears on the display . 3. Press and hold the DIC RESET button for about five seconds. After five seconds, the display will show TIRE PRESSURE RESET .
6-48 Don’t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the T ire - Loading Information label. Reset the Check T ire Pressure System. See “Check T ire Pressure System” in the Index.
6-49 Buying New Tir es T o find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the T ire - Loading Information label. The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a T ire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on each tire’ s sidewall.
6-50 Uniform Tir e Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: T readwear 200 T raction AA T empera.
6-51 T emperature -- A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’ s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
6-52 If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original equipment parts. This way , you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle. CAUTION: Using the wrong r eplacement wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous.
6-53 T ire Chains NOTICE: Use tire chains only wher e legal and only when you must. Use only SAE Class “S” type chains that are the pr oper size for your tires. Install them on the front tir es and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened.
6-54 Cleaning the Inside of Y our V ehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt. W ipe vinyl, leather , plastic and painted surfaces with a clean, damp cloth. Cleaning of Fabric/Carpet Y our dealer has cleaners for the cleaning of fabric and carpet.
6-55 3. If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine, treat the area with a water/baking soda solution: 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of baking soda to 1 cup (250 ml) of lukewarm water . 4. Let dry . Stains caused by candy , ice cream, mayonnaise, chili sauce and unknown stains can be removed as follows: 1.
6-56 Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry . CAUTION: Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, it may severely weaken them. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate pr otection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water .
6-57 Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and W iper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer , or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax, sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield. Clean the outside of the windshield with a full - strength glass cleaning liquid.
6-58 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water , a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under “W ashing Y our V ehicle.” Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish.
6-59 Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome - Plated Wheels (If Equipped) Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water . Rinse with clean water . After rinsing thoroughly , dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied. The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle.
6-60 Finish Damage Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away . Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into a major repair expense. Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch - up materials available from your dealer or other service outlets.
6-61 GM V ehicle Care/Appearance Materials.
6-62 V ehicle Identification Number (VIN) This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver ’ s side. Y ou can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle.
6-63 Electrical System Add-On Electrical Equipment NOTICE: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty .
6-64 Engine Compartment Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located near the front on the passenger ’ s side of the vehicle. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information on location. Lift the cover to gain access.
6-65 Minifuse Usage 10 Left High - Beam Headlamp 1 1 Ignition 1 12 Not Used 13 T ransaxle 14 Cruise Control 15 Direct Ignition System 16 Injector Bank #2 17 Not Used 18 Not Used 19 Powertrain Control .
6-66 Maxibreaker Usage 41 Starter MaxiFuses Usage 42 A.I.R. 43 Empty 44 ABS 45 Not Used 46 Cooling Fan 2 47 Cooling Fan 1 Spare Fuses Usage 48 Spare 49 Spare 50 Spare 51 Spare 52 Spare 53 Fuse Puller Removing the Rear Seat Cushion NOTICE: The battery and main fuse blocks are located under the rear seat cushion.
6-67 CAUTION: A safety belt that isn’t properly r outed through the seat cushion or is twisted won’t provide the protection needed in a crash. If the safety belt hasn’t been routed thr ough the seat cushion at all, it won’t be there to work for the next passenger .
6-68 Rear Underseat Fuse Block The rear fuse block is located beneath the rear seat on the driver ’ s side. The rear seat cushion must be removed to access the fuse block.
6-69 Minifuses Usage 18 Rear Door Module 19 Stoplamp 20 Park/Reverse 21 Audio 22 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 23 Not Used 24 Not Used 25 Passenger Door Module 26 Body 27 Interior Lamps 28 Not Used 2.
6-70 Micro Relays Usage 49 Ignition 3 50 Fuel T ank Door Release 51 Interior Lamps 52 Trunk Release 53 Front Courtesy Lamps 54 Not Used 55 Electronic Level Control (ELC) Circuit Breakers Usage 56 Powe.
6-71 Replacement Bulbs Front Exterior Lamps Bulb Number Headlamps Low Beam 9006 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . High Beam 9005 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Front T urn Signal 3157 . . . . . . . . . . . .
6-72 Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity If you do your own service work, you’ll need the proper service manual. See “Doing Y our Own Service W ork” in the Index for additional information. It is recommended that service work on your air conditioning system be performed by a qualified technician.
7- 7-1 Section 7 Maintenance Schedule This section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Y our vehicle needs these services to retain its safety , dependability and emission control performance.
7-2 Have you pur chased the GM Pr otection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your W arranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer for details. Introduction Y our V ehicle and the Envir onment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment.
7-3 How This Section is Organized This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” explains what to have done and how often.
7-4 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Y our Maintenance Schedule W e at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’ll drive it. Y ou may drive very short distances only a few times a week.
Scheduled Maintenance 7-5 Short T rip/City Definition Follow the Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance if any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle: Most trips are less than 5 miles (8 km). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing.
Scheduled Maintenance 7-6 Short T rip/City Intervals Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection. Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Spark Plug W ire Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement. Automatic T ransaxle Service (normal conditions).
Scheduled Maintenance 7-7 Long T rip/Highway Intervals Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and Filter Change (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). T ire Rotation. Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Passenger Compartment Air Filter Replacement (if equipped).
Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-8 The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle.
Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-9 When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished, it will indicate that an oil change is necessary . A CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will come on. Change your oil as soon as possible within the next two times you stop for fuel.
Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-10 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. (See footnote *.) 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-1 1 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. (See footnote *.) Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions.
Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-12 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. (See footnote *.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-13 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. (See footnote *.) 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-14 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. (See footnote *.) If Equipped: Replace passenger compartment air filter . Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions.
Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-15 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. (See footnote *.) 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-16 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. (See footnote *.) If Equipped: Replace passenger compartment air filter . Inspect engine accessory drive belt.
Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-17 69,000 Miles (1 15 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. (See footnote *.) 72,000 Miles (120 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-18 78,000 Miles (130 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. (See footnote *.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-19 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. (See footnote *.) If Equipped: Replace passenger compartment air filter . Replace engine air cleaner filter .
Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-20 99,000 Miles (165 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. (See footnote *.) 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Contr ol Service.
Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-21 150,000 Miles (240 000 km) Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator , condenser , pressure cap and neck.
Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-22 The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle.
Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-23 When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished, it will indicate that an oil change is necessary . A CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will come on. Change your oil as soon as possible within the next two times you stop for fuel.
Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-24 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. (See footnote *.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-25 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. (See footnote *.) If Equipped: Replace passenger compartment air filter . Rotate tires.
Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-26 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: – In heavy city traf fic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F (32 C) or higher .
Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-27 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. (See footnote *.) If Equipped: Replace passenger compartment air filter . Rotate tires.
Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-28 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. (See footnote *.) If Equipped: Replace passenger compartment air filter . Rotate tires.
Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-29 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. (See footnote *.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-30 150,000 Miles (240 000 km) Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator , condenser , pressure cap and neck.
7-31 Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed in this part are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety , dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
7-32 At Least T wice a Y ear Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly . Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired.
7-33 Starter Switch Check CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly . If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below . 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake.
7-34 Ignition T ransaxle Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position. The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in P ARK (P). The key should come out only in LOCK.
7-35 Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed in this part are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). Y ou should let your dealer ’ s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs.
7-36 Fuel System Inspection Inspect the complete fuel system for damage or leaks. Engine Cooling System Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings and clamps; replace as needed.
7-37 Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer . USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Engine Oil Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol of the proper viscosity .
7-38 USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Hood Latch Assembly , Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 12346293 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC - LB. Hood and Door Hinges Multi - Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No.
7-39 Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. Any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on the following record pages.
7-40 Maintenance Record DA TE ODOMETER READING SER VICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED.
7-41 Maintenance Record DA TE ODOMETER READING SER VICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED.
7-42 Maintenance Record DA TE ODOMETER READING SER VICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED.
8- 8-1 Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Buick if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects.
8-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedur e Y our satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Buick. Normally , any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer ’ s sales or service departments.
8-3 STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, contact the Buick Customer Assistance Center by calling 1-800-521-7300.
8-4 Y ou may contact the BBB using the toll - free telephone number or write them at the following address: BBB Auto Line Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc. 4200 W ilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington, V A 22203 - 1804 T elephone: 1 - 800 - 955 - 5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia.
8-5 Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-263-7854 (French) 1-800-263-3830 (For T ext T elephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-268-6800 All Overseas Locations Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit.
8-6 Roadside Assistance Buick Motor Division is proud to offer Buick Premium Roadside Assistance to customers for vehicles covered under the 3 year/36,000 mile (60 000 km) new car warranty (whichever occurs first). Our commitment to Buick owners has always included superior service through our network of Buick dealers.
8-7 W e have quick, easy access to telephone numbers of the following additional services depending on your needs: Hotels Glass replacement T ire repair facilities Rental vehicle or taxis Airports or train stations Police, fire department or hospitals In many instances, mechanical failures are covered under Buick’ s comprehensive warranty .
8-8 Courtesy T ransportation Buick has always exemplified quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles. T o enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy T ransportation, a customer support program for new vehicles.
8-9 Public T ransportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, reimbursement up to $30 per day (five days maximum) may be available for the use of public transportation such as taxi or bus.
8-10 Canadian V ehicles: For warranty repairs during the Complete V ehicle Coverage period of the General Motors of Canada New V ehicle Limited W arranty , alternative transportation may be available under the Courtesy T ransportation Program. Please consult your dealer for details.
8-1 1 REPOR TING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify T ransport Canada, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited.
8-12 SER VICE PUBLICA TIONS ORDERING INFORMA TION Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body , etc.
Un punto importante, dopo l’acquisto del dispositivo (o anche prima di acquisto) è quello di leggere il manuale. Dobbiamo farlo per diversi motivi semplici:
Se non hai ancora comprato il Buick LeSabre (2002) è un buon momento per familiarizzare con i dati di base del prodotto. Prime consultare le pagine iniziali del manuale d’uso, che si trova al di sopra. Dovresti trovare lì i dati tecnici più importanti del Buick LeSabre (2002) - in questo modo è possibile verificare se l’apparecchio soddisfa le tue esigenze. Esplorando le pagine segenti del manuali d’uso Buick LeSabre (2002) imparerai tutte le caratteristiche del prodotto e le informazioni sul suo funzionamento. Le informazioni sul Buick LeSabre (2002) ti aiuteranno sicuramente a prendere una decisione relativa all’acquisto.
In una situazione in cui hai già il Buick LeSabre (2002), ma non hai ancora letto il manuale d’uso, dovresti farlo per le ragioni sopra descritte. Saprai quindi se hai correttamente usato le funzioni disponibili, e se hai commesso errori che possono ridurre la durata di vita del Buick LeSabre (2002).
Tuttavia, uno dei ruoli più importanti per l’utente svolti dal manuale d’uso è quello di aiutare a risolvere i problemi con il Buick LeSabre (2002). Quasi sempre, ci troverai Troubleshooting, cioè i guasti più frequenti e malfunzionamenti del dispositivo Buick LeSabre (2002) insieme con le istruzioni su come risolverli. Anche se non si riesci a risolvere il problema, il manuale d’uso ti mostrerà il percorso di ulteriori procedimenti – il contatto con il centro servizio clienti o il servizio più vicino.
