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drive. This might happen if you were stuck in very deep sand or mud or were up against a solid object. You could damage your transaxle. Also, if you stop when going uphill, don’t hoW your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal. This could overheat and damage th transaxle. Use your brakes or shift intc ‘‘D to hold your vehicle in position on a


Automatic Ride Control Your Park Avenue Automatic Ride Control provides a comfortable controlled ride. This suspension system keeps adjusting your car’s ride and handling depending upon speed and road conditions. Automatic Ride Control uses three levels of control to ensure a combination of balance and stability.


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Parking Brake


The parking brake uses the brakes on the rear wheels. To set the parking brake: Hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot. Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on.


To release the parking brake: Hold the regular brake pedal down. Pull the brake release lever. If you try to drive off with the parking braKe on, the brake light stays on and a chime sounds until you release the parking brake or recycle the ignition.


Driving with the parking brake on can cause youkz.,--.I rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace- them, and you could also damage other parts of


If YOU are on a hill: See “Parking on Hills” in the Index. That section shows how to turn your front wheels. If you are towing a trailer and are parking on any hill: See “Towing a Trailer” in the Index. That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving.


Shifting Into “P” (Park) A CAUTION:


It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in “P” (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, when you’re on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow. If you are parking on a hill, or if you’re pulling a trailer, also see “Parking On H”‘ ;” or “Towing a Trailer” in the Index.


1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and


set the parking brake.


2. Move the shift lever into “P” (Park) position like


this:


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Move the lever up as far as it will go.


Pull the lever toward you.


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3. Move the ignition key to “Lock.” 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can


walk away from your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in “P” (Park).


Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running


I A CAUTION:


It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in “P” (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch fire. You or other3 could be injured. Don’t leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you have to.


If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle is in “P” (Park) and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it. After you’ve moved the shift lever into the “P” (Park) position, hold the regular brake pedal down. Then, see if you can move the shift lever away from “P” (Park) without first pulling it toward you. If you can, it means that the shift lever wasn’t fully locked into “P” (Park).


Shifting Out of 46 P $ 9 (Park) Your Buick has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to fully apply your regular brake before you can shift from “P” (Park) when the ignition is in the “Run” position. See “Automatic Transaxle” in the Index. If you cannot shift out of “P” (Park), ease pressure on the shift lever -- push the shift lever all the way into “P’ (Park) as you maintain brake application. Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish. If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can’t shift out of “P” (Park), try this: I. Turn the key to “Off.” Open and close the driver’s


door to turn off the Retained Accessory Power feature, if you have it.


2. Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4. 3. Shift to “N” (Neutral). 4. Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear you


want.


5. Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you can.


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Parking Over Things That Burn


A CAUTION: I Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don't park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn.


Engine Exhaust


A 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. You might have exhaust coming in if: 0 Your exhaust system sounds strange or


different.


0 Your vehicle gets rusty underneath. 0 Your vehicle was damaged in a collision. 0 Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris. Repairs weren't done correctly. Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly.


If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle:


Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO; and


0 Have it fixed immediately.


Running Your Engine While You’re Parked It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know.


b!, CAUTION:


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Idling the engine with the air system control could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle (see the earlier Caution under “Engine Exhaust”). Also, idling in a closeddn place can let deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your vehicle even if the fan switch is at the highest setting. One place


this can happen is a garage. Exhaust -- with CO --


can come in easily. NEVER park in a garage with the engine running. Another closed-in place can be a blizzard. (See “Blizzard” in the Index.)


CAUTION: (Continued)


CAUTION: (Continued) It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in “Pyy (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. Your 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. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when you’re on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to “P” (Park). Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won’t move. See “Shifting Into ’P‘ (Park)” in the Index. If you are parking on a hill, or if you’re pulling a trailer, also see “Parking on Hills” or “Towing a Trailer” in the Index.


Power Windows


in the locked position. Push UNLOCK to allow your passengers to be able to use their window switches again. Horn To sound the horn, press a pad with the horn symbol on either side of the steering wheel. Tilt Wheel


A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive.


Your power window controls are on the armrest. The switch for the driver’s window has an express-down feature. Pull the switch back all the way, release it and the window will lower automatically. To stop the window from lowering, push the switch forward. To partially open the window, pull the switch back and quickly release it. You may also have a lock out button. Push LOCK to disable the power window switches. This will prevent passengers from opening and closing the windows. The driver can still control all the windows with the switch


You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle. To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the lever. Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level, then release the lever to lock the wheel in place.


The Turn Signal/Headlight Beam Lever


Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator


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The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your:


Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator Headlight High-Low Beam & Passing Signal


0 Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Cruise Control


The turn signal has two upward (for Right) and two downward (for Left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically.


A green arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change.


To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever until the green arrow starts to flash. Hold it there until you complete your lane change. The lever will return by itself when you release it. As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrows don’t flash but just stay on, a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won’t see your turn signal. If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. If the green arrows don’t go on at all when you signal a turn, check the fuse (see “Fuses” in the Index) and for burned-out bulbs.


If you have a trailer towing option with added wiring for the trailer lights, a different turn signal flasher is used. With this flasher installed, the signal indicator will flash even if a turn signal bulb is burned out. Check the front and rear turn signal lights regularly to make sure they are working. Operation of Lights Although your vehicle’s lighting system (headlights, parking lights, fog lamps, side marker lights and taillights) meet all applicable federal lighting requirements, certain states and provinces may apply their own lighting regulations that may require special attention before you operate these lights. For example, some jurisdictions may require that you operate your lower beam lights with fog lamps at all times, or that headlights be turned on whenever you must use your windshield wipers. In addition, most jurisdictions prohibit driving solely with parking lights, especially at dawn or dusk. It is recommended that you check with you own state or provincial highway authority for applicable lighting regulations.


Headlight High-Low Beam


To change the headlights from low beam to high or high to low, pull the turn signal lever. all the way toward you. Then release it. When the high beams are on, this blue light on the instrument panel also will be on.


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Windshield Wipers


You control the windshield wipers 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. You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes. This can be very useful in light rain or snow. Turn the band to choose the delay time. The closer to “LO,” the shorter the delay. For steady wiping at low speed, turn the band away from you to the “LO” position. For high speed wiping, turn the band further, to “HI.” To stop the wipers, move the band to “OFF.”


A CAUTION:


Damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely. To avoid damage, be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. If they’re frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. If your blades do become damaged, get new blades or blade inserts.


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! WASHER FLUID LOW


If this light comes on, it means you’re low on washer fluid.


Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipers. A circuit breaker will stop them until the motor cools. Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload. Windshield Washer At the top of the multifunction lever there’s a paddle with the word “PUSH” on it. To spray washer fluid on the windshield, push the paddle for less than a second. The washer will spray several times, then stop. Unless they are already turned on, the wipers will operate at low speed for several sweeps, then turn off. To get more fluid on the windshield, push and hold the paddle. Spraying will continue as long as the paddle is held.


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A CAUTION:


Driving without washer fluid can be dangerous. A bad mud splash can block your vision. You could hit another vehicle or go off the road. Check your washer fluid level often. In freezing weather, don’t use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision.


Cruise Control


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A CAUTION:


Cruise Control can be dangerous 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 Control can be dangerous on slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning, and you could lose control. Don't use Cruise Control on slippery roads.


With Cruise Control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise Control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h). When you apply your brakes, the Cruise Control shuts off.


To Set Cruise Control


2. Get up to the speed you want.


I A CAUTION:


If you leave your Cruise Control switch on when you’re not using Cruise, you might hit a button and go into Cruise when you don’t want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the Cruise Control switch “OFF” until you want to use it.


4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.


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To Resume 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 move the Cruise Control switch from “ON” to “R/A” (Resume/Accelerate) for about half a second.


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You’ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there.


I A CAUTION:


If you hold the switch at ‘‘Resume/AcceIerate” longer than half a second, the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the switch or apply the brake. You could be startled and even lose control. So unless you want to go faster, don’t hold the switch at “Resume/Accelerate.”


To Increase Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed. Here’s the first: 1. Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed.


a second and then release it. Each time you do this, your vehicle will go about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) faster. The accelerate feature will only work after you have set the Cruise Control speed by pushing the “SET/COAST” button. To Reduce Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control:


1. Push in the button at the


end of the lever until you reach the lower speed you want, then release it.


Here’s the second way to go to a higher s.peed:


1. Move the Cruise switch from “ON” to “Resume/ Accelerate,” Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want, and then release the switch.


2. To increase your speed in very small amounts, move the switch to “Resume/Accelerate” for less than half


2. To slow down in very small amounts, push the


button for less than half a second. Each time you do this, you’ll go 1 mph (1.6 km/h) slower.


rassmg Anomer Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow down to the Cruise Control speed you set earlier. 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. Of course, applying the brake takes you out of Cruise Control. Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don't use Cruise Control on steep hills.


To Get Out of Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the Cruise Control:


1. Step lightly on the brake pedal ; OR


2. Move the Cruise switch to "OFF." (The "CRUISE" light will go out.)


To Erase Speed Memory When you turn off the Cruise Control or the ignition, or shift into “P” (Park), your Cruise Control ,set speed memory is erased. Lights


This switch controls these light systems: 0 Headlights 0 Taillights 0 Parking Lights 0 License Lights 0 Sidemarker Lights 0 Instrument Panel Lights


were turned on with the PARK switch, they must be turned off with that switch). Lights CCOn” Warning If the parking light or headlight switch is left on you’ll hear a warning tone when you turn the ignition off and. open the driver’s door. Panel Lights


Instrument panel light brightness can be adjusted by moving this lever between LO and HI. Interior courtesy lights can be turned on by sliding the .lever all the way to the right.


Press the LIGHTS switch’to turn the headlights on. Press it again to turn them off. Press the PARK switch to turn the parking lights on. Press it again to turn them off. (If the parking lights


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Twilight Sentinel (Option)


Twilight Sentinel turns your lights on and off by sensing how dark it is outside.


To operate it, leave the light switch off and move the Twilight Sentinel control to any position but MIN. If you move the control all the way to MAX, your lights will remain on for three minutes after you turn off your engine. If you move the control almost all the way in the other direction, so it’s just on, the lights will go off quickly when you turn off your engine. You can change this delay time from only a few seconds to three minutes.


Please don’t cover the light sensor. If you cover the sensor, it will read “dark” and your lights will come on. It is on top of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side defroster outlets.


Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only) The Canadian Federal Government has decided that “Daytime Running Lights” (DRL) are a useful feature, in that DRL can make your vehicle more visible to pedestrians and other drivers during daylight hours. DRL are required on new vehicles sold in Canada. Your DRL work with a light sensor on top of the instrument panel. Don’t cover it up. The low beam headlights will come on at reduced brightness in daylight when: 0 The ignition is on 0 The headlight switch is off, and 0 The transaxle is not in “P” (Park).


At dusk, if the Twilight Sentinel feature is turned on, the exterior lights will come on automatically and the low beams will change to full brightness. At dawn, the exterior lights will go out and the low beams will change to the reduced brightness of DRL (if the headlight switch is off). Of course, you may still turn on the headlights any time you need to. To idle your vehicle with the DRL off, shift the transaxle into “P” (Park). The DRL will stay off until you shift out of “P” (Park). To turn off all exterior lighting at night when you are parked, move the twilight sentinel control from ON to OFF, if it was on from the start. Or, move the control from OFF to ON, then back to OFF, if it was off from the start. The lights will come back on when you move the transaxle out of PARK.


Front Seat Reading Lights Front seat reading lights are turned on by pressing the LAMP switch.


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Rear Seat Reading Lights You may also have reading lights in the rear seat.


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Lamp Monitors (Option)


Bulbs Monitored


This system will let you know when certain exterior light bulbs fail to light. When you first start your car all eight lights come on briefly to show that the system is working. When a bulb fails an indicator will flash for several seconds and then stay on until the failed bulb is replaced and lit. For example, if a burned out back-up light bulb is replaced, the indicator for back-up lamps will stay on until the transaxle is put in reverse with the ignition on. The bulbs are monitored only while they are being used. If you have recently had a low battery condition or the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the indicators will flash when you turn the ignition switch to RUN. Turning the parking lamps on will return the lamp monitor system to normal operation.


Indicator High Beam


Low Beam


Left Turn


Right Turn


Tail


Parking


stop


Backup


Bulbs Monitored Both Headlight High Beams Both Headlight Low Beams 1 Front Left Turn 2 Rear Left Turn 1 Front Right Turn 2 Rear Right Turn 4 Tail Right and Left Rear Side Marker 2 License 4 Front Park Right and Left Front Side Marker 4 Rear 1 Center High Mounted 2 Back up


Mirrors Inside Mirror Manual When you are sitting in a comfortable driving position, adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind your car. The day-night adjustment allows you to adjust the mirror to avoid glare from the lights behind you.


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Automatic


Your Buick may have the automatic inside mirror. The automatic mirror adjusts for the glare of headlights behind you. It detects changes in light, and then adjusts for day or night operation. During the day the mirror reflects all the light from behind your car. At night, when the glare is too high, it changes to the night mode. Then, it reflects only part of the light from behind you. When the mirror changes to the night mode, it holds that position until glare is no longer present.


Cleaning Photocells Use a cotton swab and glass cleaner to clean the two photocells that make the mirror work.


Settings MIN: The minimum setting is suggested when driving where glare conditions change often. “Min” works well for city driving at night. MAX: Maximum sensitivity is a good setting for highway driving in light traffic. The mirror starts to darken in any glare, such as headlights a long way behind your car. OFF: The mirror will stay in the day mode. Time Delay The mirror delays before switching from the night back to the day position. This delay prevents rapid changing of the mirror as you drive under lights and through traffic. Reverse Gear Day Mode The reverse mode is another important feature of the automatic mirror. .When the shift lever is placed in “R” (Reverse), the mirror shifts to the day mode. This gives you a bright image in the mirror as you back up.


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Heated Outside Rearview Mirror (Option) If you have this option, the left outside mirror is heated when you activate the rear window defogger. Convex .Outside Mirror Your right side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat.


1 A CAUTION:


If you aren’t used to a convex mirror, you can hit another vehicle. A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really.are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on your right. Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes.


Outside Mirrors


Your Buick has the electric mirror control located on the driver’s door. Move the switch in the middle of the control to choose the right or left mirror. To adjust the mirror, push the arrow control in the direction you want the mirror to go. Adjust each mirror so you can just see the side of your car and the area behind your vehicle.


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Convenience Net (Option)


Astroroof (Option)


-l If you have the Astroroof


option, the switch is on the roof between the sun visors. It will open the astroroof when in Retained Accessory Power or when the ignition is ON.


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Your vehicle may have a convenience net. You’ll see it just inside the back wall of the trunk. Put small loads, like grocery bags, behind the net. It can help keep them from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and stops. The net isn’t for larger, heavier loads. Store them in the trunk as far forward as you can. You can unhook the net so that it will lie flat when you’re not using it.


To fully open the glass panel and sunshade, press the switch rearward and release. To stop the panel in a partially open position, press the switch again at the desired point. To continue to open fully, press the switch rearward again and release. The sunshade can be opened manually. To close the glass panel, press and hold the switch forward. The sunshade must be manually closed. Once the astroroof is closed, it can be opened to a vent position. Press the switch forward to vent. To close, press the switch rearward.


Hole Location


2 -


4 -


Garage Door Opener Storage


Pin Length


Model Chamberlain


50 53 54LM EZ-Lift 1089 3089 Genie


AT-35A AT-85/AT-95 AT-90 MAT 85190


Moore-0-Matic


DT DT2


Ladybug (MIN) Sears


652030 53706/53707 5370815371 8 53738 Stanley 1047 1050 1052 1075 1077 1079


The garage door opener storage area is located in the headliner. To be able to use your garage door opener in the storage area you will have to find a pin and hole combination for your garage door opener, see the following chart. If your garage door opener is not on the chart you still may be able to find a pin and hole combination that will work. Once you have found a pin and hole combination, follow these instructions:


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3. Now install the selected


pin into the specified hole, as indicated from the chart.


1. To place your garage


door opener in the storage area, carefully open the cover with a screwdriver, as shown, by inserting the screwdriver and prykg the cover down.


2. Next, carefully pry the panel tabs out of the slots in the cover to disassemble the panel and lever.


4. Remove the backing from the adhesive strips and


place the panel over your garage door opener so that the button is over the number from the chart.


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won’t hold your opener in place, tie down loops may be used.


6. Place lever in cover so


that pivots are positioned as shown.


7. Snap the panel with your garage door opener into


the cover.


If your garage door opener doesn’t work after it is installed, another pin and hole combination will havetto be tried. If the opener doesn’t shut off after the lever is released, the pin will have to be filed down. Electronic Level Control This feature keeps the rear of your car level as the load changes. It is automatic - you don’t need to adjust anything.


Storage Armrest


Courtesy Lights When any door is opened, several lights go on. They make it easy for you to enter and leave the car. You also can turn these lights on by sliding the panel lights lever to INT (interior). If a door is left ajar for 10 minutes, the interior lights will automatically shut off. Assist Handles A folding handle over each rear door and the front passenger's door can be used in getting in or out of your Buick.


The armrest between the front seats opens into a storage area. To open it, press the lever at the front edge. Inside are cupholders which can be rotated forward for use with the cover closed. There is also a removeable coinholder, cassette tape and compact disc storage area.


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Dual Sun Visors


The brightness of the lights can be adjusted by sliding this switch. The Park Avenue Ultra also has visor vanity mirrors for the rear seat passengers.


Each sunvisor has two parts, so that both the windshield and door glass can be shaded at the same time. Visor Vanity Mirror (Option) This mirror is on the larger of the passenger’s sun visors. It may also be on the larger of the driver’s sun visors. When you open it by moving this latch, the lights turn on.


The rear ashtrays may also be removed for cleaning


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Rear License Plate Holder To use it, open the trunk lid and slide your license plate into the slot. Always close the trunk to prevent theft of the plate. Ashtrays The front center ashtray may be removed for cleaning.


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n't put papers or other flammable things into ur ashtrays. Hot cigarettes or other smoking


ignite them, causing a damaging


The Instrument Panel: Your Information System


Cigarette Lighter It's near the ashtray. To use one, push it in all the way and let go. When it's ready, it will pop back by itself.


NOTICE: If you hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating, it won't be able to back away from the heating element when it's ready. That can make it overheat, damaging the lighter and the heating element.


Your instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your car is running. You'll know how fast you're going, how much fuel you're using, and many other things you'll need to know to drive safely and economically.


Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the U.S.) or kilometers (used in Canada). Your Buick has a “tamper-resistant odometer.” If you can see very noticeable bright silver lines between the numbers, probably someone has tried to turn it back. The numbers may not be true. You may wonder what happens if a car has to have a new odometer installed. If possible, the new one has to be set to the same reading the old one had. If it can’t be, then it’s set at zero, but a label on the driver’s door must show the old reading and when the new one was installed.


Trip Odometer A trip odometer can tell how far you’ve gone since you last set it back to zero. To reset it, push the button.


Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This section describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to


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your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury. Warning lights go on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. As you will see in the details on the next few pages, some warning lights come on briefly when you turn the ignition key just to let you know they’re working. If you are familiar with this section, you should not be alarmed when this happens. Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there’s a problem with your vehicle. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving, or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem, check the section that tells you what to do about it. Please follow the manual’s advice. Waiting to do repairs can be costly -- and even dangerous. So please get to know your warning lights and gages. They’re a big help.


Fuel Gage


Your fuel gage shows about how much fuel is in your tank. It works only when the engine is on. When the indicator nears “E,” you still have a little fuel left. You need to get more fuel right away. Here are four concerns some owners have had about the fuel gage. All these situations are normal and indicate nothing wrong with the fuel gage.


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At the gas station, the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads“F”. It takes more (or less) gas to fill up than the gage indicated. For example, the gage may have indicated 1/2 full, but it took more (or less) than half of the tank’s capacity to fill it. The gage moves a little when you turn a corner, speed up, or stop your vehicle. When you turn the engine off, the gage doesn’t go all the way back to “E”.


Low Fuel Light (Option)


If your Buick has this option, a red light, near the fuel gage, will go on when you are low on fuel. You should get more fuel as soon as you can.


Brake System Warning Light


Your Buick’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn’t working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well. If the warning light goes on, there could be a brake problem. Have your brake system inspected right away. This light should come on as you start the vehicle. If it doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem.


This light will also come on when you set your parking brake, and the light will stay on if your parking brake doesn’t release fully. If you try to drive off with the parking brake set, a chime will also come on until you release the parking brake. If the light and chime stay on after your parking brake is fully released, it means you have a brake problem. If the light and chime come on while driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to .push. Or, the peda may go closer to the floor. It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service. (See “Towing Your Car” in the Index.)


A CAUTION:


Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake warning light is on. Driving with the brake warning light on can lead to an accident. If the light is still on after you’ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service.


Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light


With anti-lock, this light will go on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds or so. That’s normal. If the light doesn’t come on, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. If the light stays on or comes on when you’re driving, stop as soon as possible and turn the key off. Then start the engine to reset the system. If the light still stays on, or comes on again while you’re driving, your Buick needs service. Unless the regular brake system warning light is also on, you will still have brakes, but not anti-lock brakes. If the regular brake system warning light is also on, see “Brake System Warning Light” earlier in this part.


The anti-lock brake system warning light may also come on when you are driving with a compact spare tire. If this happens, the light means you won’t have anti-lock until you replace the compact spare with a full-size tire. If the warning light stays on after you replace the compact spare with a full-size tire, or if it comes on again when you’re driving, your Buick needs service. Traction Control System Warning Light (Option)


The “TRACTION OFF” warning light means that the system is not working. This warning light may come on for the following reasons:


If your transaxle overheats, the traction control system automatically shuts off for about three


minutes. The warning light will come on and stay on during that time. If your brakes overheat, the traction control system will go off and the warning light will come on until your brakes cool down.


If the “TRACTION OFF” warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time, your vehicle needs service.


A CAUTION: 1 If you let your tires spin at high speed when the “TRACTION OFF” warning light is on, they can explode and you or others could be injured. And, spinning your tires with the “TRACTION OFF” warning light on can cause the transaxle to overheat or can cause other problems. That could cause an engine fire or other damage. When you’re stuck, spin the wheels as little as possible. Don’t spin the wheels above 35 mph (55 km/h) as shown on the speedometer.


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Spinning your wheels when the “TRACTION OFF” warning light is on can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires. If you spin your wheels too fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth, you can destroy your transaxle. When you’re stuck, spin the wheels as little as possible.


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Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light


1 working. If you have been operating your vehicle under


normal driving conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn the engine off as soon as possible. HOT COOLANT CAN BURN YOU BADLY! In “Problems on the Road,” this manual shows what to do. See “Engine Overheating” in the Index. Engine Coolant Temperature Gage


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.Id pointer moves into the red area, your engine is too hot!


If you have the Gage Cluster, you have a gage that shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage


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That reading means the same thing as the warning light. It means that your engine coolant has overheated. If you


have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible. HOT COOLANT CAN BURN YOU BADLY! In “Problems on the Road,” this manual shows what to do. See “Engine Overheating” in the Index. Low Coolant Warning Light


If you have this light and it comes on, your system is low on coolant and the engine may overheat.


See “Engine Coolant” in the Index and have your vehicle serviced as soon as you can.


Engine Oil Pressure Light and Gage


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This light tells you if there could be a problem with your engine oil pressure. If your car has the optional gage cluster, you can read your oil pressure directly from the gage on your instrument panel. There are three ways this light can come on briefly, which is normal and doesn’t show a problem. They are:


The light comes on when you turn your key to “Run.” It goes off once you turn it to “Start.” That’s just a check to be sure the light works. If it doesn’t, be sure to have it fixed so it will be there to warn you if something goes wrong.


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If you’re “idling” at a stop sign, the light may blink on and then off. If you make a hard stop, the light may come on for a moment.


But, when this light comes on and stays on, it means oil isn’t going through your engine properly. You could be low on oil, or you might have some other oil problem.


“Check Oil Level’’ Light (Option)


CHECK OIL LEVEL


The “Check Oil Level” light is lit for three seconds as a bulb check each time the ignition key is turned to the RUN position. If the light doesn’t come on, have your vehicle serviced.


A CAUTION:


Don’t keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches fire. You or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced.


NOTICE: Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty.


If the engine oil is more than one quart low, the light will come on briefly, then go off for 15-25 seconds, and then come back on for 20-40 seconds. However, if it has not been more than eight minutes since the engine was last shut off, the system will not register low engine oil condition. If the “Check Oil Level” light comes back on, the engine oil should be checked at the dipstick and then brought up to the proper level if necessary. See “Engine Oil” in the Index.


“Change Oil Soon” Light (Option)


CHANGE OIL SOON


This light is activated by the Engine Oil Life Monitor System. It indicates that the engine oil has degraded enough to require changing. (See “Engine Oil” in the Index).


This is determined by electronically monitoring engine speed, coolant temperature and vehicle speed. Since the change interval is dependent upon driving habits and conditions, the “Change Oil Soon” light may come on as early as 2,000 miles or less for harsh conditions. The “Change Oil Soon” light is lit for three seconds as a bulb check each time the ignition key is turned to the RUN position. If an oil change is required, it will stay on for 60 seconds each time the engine is started. If the “Change Oil Soon” light is on continuously, there is a problem with the Oil Life Monitor System and service is required.


After changing; the engine oil, the system should be - reset. This will cause the “Change Oil Soon” light once again, to be lit for just the bulb check period of three seconds.


The reset button is.inside this hole, which is under the passenger’s side of the instrument panel, near the door. With the ignition key in the RUN position, but the engine not started, use a pen to push the reset button, holding it in for at least 5 seconds but not more than 60 seconds. After 5 seconds, the “Change Oil Soon” light will flash 4 times and then go off. This indicates that the Oil Life Monitor System has been reset.


Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light)


SERVICE ENGINE SO0


SERVICE ENGINE SOON


NOTICE: If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on- after a while the emission controls won’t work as 1 well, your fuel economy won’t be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly rer>airs not covered by your warranty.


Battery Light


A computer monitors operation of your fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This light should come on when the ignition is on, but the engine is not running, as a check to show you it is working. If it does not come on at all, have it fixed right away. If it stays on, or it comes on while you are driving, the computer is indicating that you have a problem. You should take your vehicle in for service soon.


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VOLTS


When you turn the key to RUN, this light will come on briefly, to show that your alternator and battery charging systems are working. If a light stays on, you need


service, and you should take your Buick to the dealer at once. To save your battery until you get there, turn off all accessories, and set your air system to OFF. Volts Gage


Tachometer


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If you have the optional gage cluster, you have this gage that shows voltage in the electrical system. The normal range is 11 to 15 volts. If the reading stays outside the normal range, have your Buick dealer check the electrical system.


The tachometer tells you how fast the engine is running. It displays engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute (RPM).


I NOTICE:


Do not operate the engine with the tachometer the red area, or engine damage may occur.


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Door Ajar Light (Option) 1 When the ignition is ON,


this light will stay on until all the doors are closed and completely latched.


Trunk Ajar Light (Option)


If this light stays on with the ignition ON, it means that the trunk lid is open or not completely latched.


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@ Part 3 Comfort Controls & Audio Systems . I


In this part you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control systems and audio systems offered with your Buick . Be sure to read about the particular system supplied with your vehicle . Part 3 includes:


Comfort Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Heater and Defroster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132.136. 138 Airconditioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132. 137 RearWindowDefogger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Ventilation ............................................................... 132. 138 Audiosystems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142.145.148. 151 Radio Controls 141.144.147. 150 TapePlayerControls ................................................ 148 CDPlayerControls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 Understanding Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Care of Cassette Tape Player & Tapes ............................................. 155 CareofCompactDiscs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 Antennacare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156


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Your Buick Comfort System This part tells you how to make your air system work for you. Outside Air Fresh air from outside your vehicle flows through your Buick when the car is moving. When the vehicle is not moving, you can get outside air to flow through by selecting any air choice (except the rear window defogger) and the HI fan speed. Air Outlets


Adjust the direction of air flow by moving the louvered vents.


Rear Passenger ComforTemp (Option)


If you have this option, you can adjust the direction of the air flow to the rear seating area.


If your Buick has the Dual Automatic ComforTemp Climate Control option, it looks like this:


Ext Temp


EXT.


The following information tells you how it works. You will hear a beep each time a button is pushed. The display will show fan, temperature and mode settings.


Push this and the display will indicate the outside temperature (Unless the system is OFF). Push it again to return to the regular system display.


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Off


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To choose the temperature you want maintained inside the car, push one of these. You can choose from 60 O F (16 "C), for maximum cooling, and 90" F (33 "C), for maximum heating. It is not necessary to choose the extreme temperature to get the system to heat or cool at the maximum. The system does it automatically.


When the system is off, the ventilation system will allow air to flow through your Buick when the vehicle is moving. The system will try to keep the air at the chosen temperature, unless it is very hot or very cold. The outside temperature will show in the display area when the system is OFF.


Dual Zone The front seat passenger can control the air temperature in their seating area.


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AUTO


When the system is set for automatic, air will come from the floor outlets, the instrument panel outlets or both. Fan speed will vary (unless a blower LO or HI button has been pushed) as the system gets to and maintains the temperature setting you have selected.


The display will show the set temperature and blower speed. In cold weather the system will delay turning on the fan, to avoid blowing cold air. The length of the delay depends on engine coolant temperature, outside temperature and time since the engine was last started. Pushing a LO or HI blower button will override this delay, and cause the fan to start. To rid the system of stale air in warm weather, air will come out of the floor outlets for a short time.


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The air temperature for the right side of the front seat can be set using the control on the passenger’s door. Both DUAL ZONE and AUTO buttons will light up. To turn off this part of the system, push the DUAL ZONE button again.


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passenger can also activate the DUAL ZONE function by pressing the WARM or COOL buttons on the passenger door.


If you want the blower fan to run at lower speed, push the LO button. The blower speed will decrease with every push of the button 1 .II , until the lowest speed is


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The indicator above the control will show the difference from the main temperature setting.


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The speed of the blower fan is controlled automatically if you have the fan on AUTO.


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If you want to raise the blower speed, push HI. The blower speed will increase with every push of the button until maximum speed is reached.


Econ


Defog


You can use ECON when you don't need to cool the outside air. The system will work like the AUTO mode without cooling. The air flow will come from the instrument panel outlets. ECON does not have the blower delay feature as the AUTO mode setting.


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To warm the air, press and adjust the temperature and fan speed for your comfort. Most of the air will come from the floor outlets.


HTR


When the outside temperature is mild, use DEFOG to keep fog off the windshield.


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Air entering the vehicle will be evenly split between the floor outlets and the outlets near the windshield. The blower speed will be controlled automatically, but you can choose another fan speed by pushing the HI or LO buttons.


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Defrost


Rear Window Defogger


This setting will direct most of the air flow toward the windshield. Use DEFROST when there is fog or ice on the-windshield.


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The lines you see on the rear window will warm the glass. Press the button to start warming your window. After 10 minutes, it will go off by itself, or pressing the button again during the heating cycle will shut it off. If you need additional warming time, push the button again.


Defrost will work better if any ice and snow is cleared from the hood and the air inlet area between the hood and the windshield. Blower speed will be controlled automatically, but you can choose another speed by pushing the HI or LO buttons.


If you have the heated outside rearview mirror option, the mirror will be warmed when the rear defogger is on. 1. i NOTICE: I: Scraping the inside of your rear window could cut and damage the heater. Your warranty would


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If your Buick has the Electronic Touch Climate Control System, the following information tells you how it works.


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Fan Speeds The fan control is used to select the speed you want the blower to control the air flow. Lever Controls The upper lever changes the fan speeds. The lower lever changes the temperature of the air coming through your air outlets.


Air Conditioner The next three selections cool the air. The air conditioner won't work well unless all the windows are closed. On very hot days, open the windows long enough to let the hot inside air out. This reduces the amount of work your air conditioner's compressor will have to do, which should help fuel economy. Max This setting provides maximum cooling with the least amount of work. MAX recirculates much of the air inside your vehicle so it maximizes your air conditioner's performance and fuel economy.


Norm Use NORM for normal cooling on hot days. This setting cools outside air and directs it through the instrument panel outlets.


Bi-Level This setting is designed for use on sunny days when the air is only moderately warm or cool. On days like these, the sun may adequately warm your upper body, but your lower body may not be warm enough.


The Bi-level setting directs outside air into your vehicle in two ways. Cool air is directed toward your upper body through instrument panel outlets, while slightly warmed air is directed through the heater outlet at your feet. The air conditioner compress& operates in all Air Conditioning positions and the Defrost position when the outside temperature is above 48 O F (9 “C). When you don’t need to cool the outside air, use the VENT, HEAT and DEFROST settings. Adjust the temperature control for comfort. You’ll get better fuel economy (gas mileage) if you’re not cooling the outside air. When you cool the air, your engine runs a refrigeration compressor, and it has to work harder. Vent For mild outside temperature, when little heating or cooling is needed, use the VENT setting. Air will flow thought the instrument panel outlets. Use the air outlets to turn on, adjust and turn off the air flow. Adjust the temperature lever to the desired temperature.


Heater When outside temperatures are cold, pressing the HTR setting and adjusting the temperature lever will send warm air through the floor outlets and some through the defroster vents. Defrost The DEFROST setting directs most of the air flow toward the windshield. Use defrost when you want to remove fog or ice from the windshield. When it’s 48OF (9 * C) or warmer, you’ll get cooled air. Defog Air entering the vehicle will be evenly split between the floor outlets and the outlets near the windshield. You can control the temperature of the air and the fan speed to clear the foggy windows.


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Rear Window Defogger


The lines you see on the rear window warm the glass. Press the button to start warming your window. After 10 minutes, it will go off by itself, or pressing the button again during the heating cycle will shut it off. If you need additional warming time, push the button again.


NOTICE: Scraping the inside of your rear window could cut and damage the heater. Your warranty would not cover this damage. And don’t put decals there, you might have to scrape them off.


Audio Systems Your Delco@ audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure. But you will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first. Find out what your DelcoB system can do and how to operate all its controls, to be sure you’re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it. FM Stereo FM stereo will give you the best sound. But FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km). And, tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals, causing the sound to come and go. AM The range for most AM stations 1s greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range, however, can cause stations to interfere with each other. AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines. Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise.


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AM.Stereo This means the Delco@ system can receive C-QUAM@ stereo broadcasts. Many AM stations around the country use C-QUAM@ to produce stereo, though some do not. (C-QUAM@ is a registered trademark of Motorola, Inc.) If your Delco@ system can get C-QUAM@, your “STEREO” light will come on when you’re receiving it.


A CAUTION:


late. Your hearing can


nearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectable until it is too adapt to higher volumes of sound. Sound that seems normal can be loud and harmful to your hearing. Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it. To help avoid hearing loss or damage:


Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting. Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly.


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telephone or two-way radio -- be sure you ca add what you want. If you can, it’s very important to do it properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s engine, Delco’ radio or other systems, and even damage them. And, your vehicle’s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added improperly. So, before adding sound equipment, check with your dealer and be sure to check Federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units.


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It allows you to hear the orner side of a tape. (Press the knob while a cassette is playing.) When the radio is playing, with the time displayed, it can tell you the frequency (push the knob).


BAL The BALANCE control behind the upper knob allows you to balance the sound between the right and left speakers. The Lower Knob Turn the lower knob to tune radio stations. Push it to get AM or FM. FADE The FADE control behind the lower knob moves the sound between your front and rear speakers. SEEK Pressing the SEEK button will cause the receiver to seek the next higher station and stop.


SCAN When you press SCAN, the radio will go to the next station and pause and keep doing that until you press SCAN again. SCAN appears in the display.


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To Play This Radio The Upper Knob The upper knob does these things: It turns the system on and off. It controls the volume. It tells you the time. (When the ignition is off, push the knob to display the time.)


Pushbuttons The four pushbuttons let you return to favorite stations. You can set the pushbuttons for up to fourteen stations (7 AM and 7 FM). 0 Tune in the desired station. 0 Press the SET pushbutton. SET appears in the


display.


0 Within 5 seconds, push one of the four pushbuttons. Whenever you press that button, the preset station will return. Up to three more stations may be preset on each band by pressing two pushbuttons that are next to each other, at the same time. 0 Tune in the desired station. Press the SET pushbutton.


0 Within the 5 seconds, press any two pushbuttons that are next to each other. (The station will return when the same two pushbuttons are pressed again.)


Clock To set the clock: 0 Press the SET button. 0 Within 5 seconds, press and hold SCAN until the


correct hour appears on the display.


0 Press and hold SEEK until the correct minute


appears on the display.


TREBLE Slide the TREBLE lever up to increase the treble response. If the station is weak or noisy, slide the TREBLE lever down to reduce the noise. BASS Slide the BASS lever up to increase the bass response. Adjust the BASS lever to give a pleasing sound to your ear. DNR@ This is the Dynamic Noise Reduction button, DNR@ helps remove background hiss from the radio or tape player. You may want to leave it pushed in all the time.


PROGRAM To go from one side of the tape to the other, press the RCL-PROG (upper knob). Note the lighted arrows next and 4. to the STOP-E JECT To remove or stop the tape and switch to radio, press the STOP-EJECT button.


To Play A Cassette Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player. With the radio on, press a tape into the slot marked AUTO REVERSE (the tape side goes in first). Once the tape is playing, use the upper and lower knobs for volume, balance, and fade just as you did for radio. The arrows indicate which side of the tape is being played. When the end of the tape is reached, it will automatically reverse and play the other side of the tape. FWD To rapidly advance the tape, press b and the tape will rapidly go forward until you press the 4 button or STOP-EJECT lightly. REV To rapidly reverse the tape, press 4 and the tape will rapidly go backward until you press the b button or STOP-EJECT lightly.


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0 It allows you to mute the radio or tape play. Press to


mute; press again to listen.


BAL The control behind the upper knob allows you to balance the sound between the right and left speakers. Notice the display arrow to see where the balance is set. The Lower Knob Turn the lower knob to tune radio stations. The tune knob increases and decreases frequency when it is held slightly rotated against the spring load. Push it to get AM or FM frequency. FADE The control behind the lower knob moves the sound between your front and rear speakers. Notice the display arrow to see how the FADE is set. RCL It tells you the time or the radio frequency. (When the ignition is off, push RCL to display the time.) With the radio on, and the time displayed, push it to display the frequency. SEEK 4 or b Pressing the SEEK 4 or b button will cause the receiver to seek the next lower or higher station and stop.


To Play This Radio PWR To turn the radio on, press the PWR button. The Upper Knob The upper knob does these things: 0 It controls the volume. The volume knob increases


and decreases volume when it is held slightly rotated against the spring load.


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SCAN When you press SCAN, the radio will go to the next station and pause and keep doing that until you press SCAN again. SC will appear in the display. Pushbuttons The five pushbuttons let you return to favorite stations. You can set the pushbuttons for up to ten stations (5 AM and 5 FM).


Tune in the desired station. Push the SET button. Within 5 seconds, push one of the five pushbuttons. SET will disappear from the display when the station is set.


Whenever you press that button, the preset station will return. Clock To set the clock:


Press the SET button. Within 5 seconds, press and hold SCAN until the correct hour appears on the display.


Press and hold SEEK until the correct minute appears on the display.


To Adjust The Tone Use the levers next to the display to set the bass, midrange, and treble until you get the sound you want. The 60 and 250 levers adjust the bass; 1K is midrange; 3.5K and 10 K control the treble. We suggest you start with the center lever (1K) in the midpoint position, then move the others up or down until you get the amount of bass and treble you like. To Play A Cassette Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player. With the radio on, press a tape into the slot marked AUTO REVERSE (the tape side goes in first). Once the tape is playing, use the upper and lower knobs for volume, balance, and fade just as you did for the radio. The arrow in the graphic display above the word TAPE indicates which side of the tape is being played. When the end of the tape is reached, it will automatically reverse and play the other side of the tape.


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PROG To go from one side of the tape to the other, press the PROG button. The PROG button will also stop REV, FWD, PREV or NEXT and play the tape. Cr02 This button sets the tape bias. When playing high bias chrome or metal tapes, press the button to turn the Cr02. on. Cr02 will appear in the display. When playing standard bias tapes, press again to turn the Cr02 off.


REV To rapidly reverse the tape, press REV and the tape will rapidly reverse to the beginning of the tape or until you press the PROG or REV button again. The radio will play during reverse.


FWD To rapidly advance the tape, press FWD and the tape will rapidly go forward to the end of the tape or until you press the PROG or FWD button again. The radio will play during forward,


PREV To hear a passage on the tape that has just played, press PREV and the tape will back up and stop, at either the first 4-second quiet spot in the tape, or when you press PREV again. NEXT To go directly to the next selection on the tape, press NEXT. A 4-second quiet interval must be present for the tape to stop. Pressing PROG or NEXT again will play the tape. EJECT To remove or stop the tape and switch to radio, press the EJECT button.


ST-PL To immediately switch from tape to radio, press the ST-PL button and the radio will resume playing the station that was tuned in when you inserted a tape. Pressing ST-PL again will allow the tape to resume where it stopped.


It allows you to mute the radio or tape player. Press to mute; press again to listen.


The sound balance for the Delco-Bose radio is preset.


The Lower Knob Turn the lower knob to tune radio stations. The tune knob increases and decreases station frequency when it is held slightly rotated against the spring load. Push it to get AM or FM frequency.


FADE The control behind the lower knob moves the sound between your front and rear speakers. Notice the display arrow to see how FADE is set. RCL It tells you the time or the radio frequency. When the ignition is off, push RCL to display the time. With the radio on, and the time displayed, push it to see the frequency. SEEK 4 or b Pressing the SEEK 4 or b will cause the receiver to seek the next lower or higher station and stop.


To Play This Radio PWR To turn the radio on, press the PWR button. The Upper Knob The upper knob does these things:


It controls the volume. The volume knob increases and decreases volume when it is held slightly rotated against the spring load.


SCAN When you press SCAN, the radio will go to the next station and pause and keep doing that until you press SCAN again. SC will appear in the display.


Pushbuttons The five pushbuttons let you return to favorite stations. You can set the pushbuttons for up to ten stations (5 AM and 5 FM). 0 Tune in the desired station. 0 Press the SET pushbutton. (Note: The display will


shQw SET for about 5 seconds.)


0 Within 5 seconds, push one of the five pushbuttons. SET will disappear from the display when the station is set.


Whenever you press that pushbutton again, the preset station will return.


Clock To set the clock: 0 Press the SET pushbutton.


Within 5 seconds, press and hold SCAN until the correct hour appears on the display.


0 Press and hold SEEK 4 or until the correct minute


appears on the display.


To Adjust The Tone BASS adjusts the bass response up or down. TREB adjusts the treble response up or down. If the station is weak or noisy, adjust the TREBLE.down to reduce the noise. Pressing either button in the center will set the bass or treble level to a factory preset level. To Play A Cassette Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player. With the radio on, press a tape into the slot marked AUTO REVERSE (the tape side goes in first).


Once the tape is playing, use the upper and lower knobs for volume, and fade just as you did for radio. The arrow in the graphic.display above the word TAPE indicates which side of the tape is being played. When the end of the tape is reached, it will automatically reverse and play the other side of the tape. PROG To go from one side of the tape to the other, press the PROG button. The PROG button will also stop REV, FWD, PREV or NEXT and play the tape, Cr02 This button sets the tape bias. When playing high bias chrome or metal tapes, press the button to turn the Cr02 on. Cr02 will appear in the display. When playing standard bias tapes, press again to turn the Cr02 off. REV To reverse the tape, press REV and the tape will rapidly reverse to the beginning of the tape or until you press the PROG or REV button again. The radio will play during reverse. FWD To advance the tape, press FWD and the tape will rapidly go forward to the end of the tape, or until you press the PROG or FWD button again. The radio will play during forward.


PREV To hear a passage on the tape that has just played, press PREV and the tape will back up and stop, at either the first 4-second quiet spot in the tape, or when you press PROG or PREV again. NEXT To go directly to the next selection on the tape, press NEXT. A 4-second quiet interval must be present for the tape to stop. Pressing PROG or NEXT again will play the tape. EJECT To remove or stop the tape and switch to radio, press the EJECT button.


ST-PL To immediately switch from tape to radio, press the ST-PL button and the radio will resume playing the station that was tuned in when you inserted a tape. Pressing ST-PL again will resume playing the tape where it was stopped.


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To Play This Radio PWR To turn the radio on, press the PWR button. The Upper Knob The upper knob does these things: 0 It controls the volume. The volume knob increases


and decreases volume when it is held slightly rotated against the spring load.


It allows you to mute the radio or CD player. Press to mute; press again to listen.


BAL The control behind the upper knob allows you to balance the sound between the right and left speakers. Notice the display arrow to see where the balance is set. The Lower Knob Turn the lower knob to tune radio stations. The tune knob increases and decreases station frequency when it is held slightly rotated against the spring load. Turn the knob to tune slowly. If you hold it for more than a few seconds, it will tune rapidly. Push it to get AM or FM. FADE The control behind the lower knob moves the sound between your front and rear speakers. Notice the display arrow to see how FADE is set. RCL It tells you the time or the radio frequency. When the ignition is off, push RCL to display the time. When the radio on, and the time displayed, push it to see the frequency. SEEK 4 or Pressing the SEEK 4 or will cause the receiver to seek the next lower or higher station and stop.


SCAN When you press SCAN, the radio will go to the next station and pause and keep doing that until you press SCAN again. SC will appear in the display.


Pushbuttons The five pushbuttons let you return to favorite stations. You can set the pushbuttons for up to ten stations ( 5 AM and 5 FM).


Tune in the desired station. Press the SET pushbutton.


0 Within 5 seconds, push one of the five pushbuttons. SET will disappear from the display when the station is set.


Whenever you press that button, the preset station will return.


Clock To set the clock: 0 Press the SET pushbutton.


0 Within 5 seconds, press and hold SCAN until the


correct hour appears on the display.


0 Press and hold SEEK appears on the display.


or 4 until the correct minute


To Adjust The Tone Use the levers next to the display to set the bass, midrange, and treble until you get the sound you like. The 60 and 250 levers adjust the bass; 1K is midrange; -3.5K and 10 K control the treble. We suggest you start with the center lever (1K) in the midpoint position, then move the others up or down until you get the amount of bass and treble you like. To Play A Compact Disc Before you begin, please note: DO NOT use mini-discs that are called singles. They won’t eject. Use full-size compact discs only. If the disc player is very hot or if you’re driving on a very rough road, the disc may come out, or just not play. ERR will appear in the display. As soon as things get back to normal, the disc should play again. Press PWR to turn the system on.


Insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in. Wait a few seconds and the disc should play. If the disc comes back out, check whether:


The disc is upside down. It is dirty, scratched, or wet. There’s too much moisture in the air. (If there is, wait about one hour and try again.)


RCL Press RCL to see what track is playing. Press it again

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