1997 Buick Park Avenue Owners Manual

Taillamps 1. Open the trunk. On either side of the rear of the

trunk is a plastic retainer that holds the cargo net and taillamp assembly in place.

2. Unhook the cargo net

from the cargo net retainer and remove the retainer by turning it counterclockwise.

3. Pull back the trunk trim panel.

4. Beneath the trim panel are three nuts that secure the taillamp assembly. Remove these nuts with a 10 mm wrench. Remove the nuts from only the side you want to access. The turn signal and a stoplamp can now be accessed.

5. Pull the taillamp assembly away from the vehicle.

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6. Remove the bulb socket assembly by turning the socket one-quarter of a turn counterclockwise and pulling it out.

7. Once the socket has been removed, pull the bulb straight out to remove it from the socket.

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Turn lamps, stoplamps, and back-up bulbs are located behind the taillamp assembly along the trunk lid.

8. Reverse the above steps to replace the

taillamp assembly.

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1. There are four studs

located at the edge of the trunk lid. Remove the protective vinyl caps from the studs.

2. Use a 10 mm wrench to remove the nuts from

the studs.

3. There are eight fasteners along the top of the trunk

lid (four on each side), holding the trunk trim in place. Remove these fasteners.

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4. Hold the trunk trkn back to expose the three remaining nuts holding the taillamp assembly in place. Remove the protective vinyl caps from the studs.

5. From inside the trunk compartment, use a 10 mm

wrench to remove the nuts from the studs.

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7.

Turn the bulb socket one-quarter of a turn counterclockwise and pull it out. Note: You can use pliers to remove the bulb socket if you are unable to do it by hand.

8. Once the socket has been removed, pull the bulb straight out to remove it from the socket.

6. Pull the taillamp assembly away from the trunk lid.

The bulbs are located on the back side of the assembly.

9. Reverse the above steps to replace the

taillamp assembly.

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Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. To replace the wiper blade assembly: 1.

Position the wipers on the windshield in the “mid” wipe position. Lift the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield. Note: The windshield wiper does not have a locking upright position feature. Push the tab on the wiper blade assembly and pull the assembly down enough to release it from the “U” hooked end of the wiper arm. Slide the assembly away from the arm.

3.

2.

4. Replace the blade. 5. To reinstall the wiper blade assembly, slide it over the wiper arm to engage the “U” hooked end on the wiper blade assembly. Pull up on the assembly to lock it into place.

For the correct windshield wiper blade replacement length and type, see “Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts” in the Index.

Your new Buick 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 Warranty booklet for details.

Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous.

Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction. You could have an air-out and a serious accident. See “Loading Your Vehicle” in the Index. Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires. The resulting accident could cause serious injury. Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure. Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold. Overinflated tires are more likely to be impact -- such as when you hit a pothole. cut, punctured or broken by a sudden Keep tires at the recommended pressure. Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If your tread is badly worn, or if your tires have been damaged, replace them.

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Inflation -- Tire Pressure

The Tire-Loading Information label, which is located 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 km).

NOTICE:

Don’t let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is all right. It’s not. If your tires don’t have enough air (underinflation), you can get the following: 0 Too much flexing

Too much heat Tire overloading Bad wear

0 Bad handling

Bad fuel economy.

NOTICE: (Continued)

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NOTICE: (Continued)

If your tires have too much air (overinflation), you can get the following:

Unusual wear 0 Bad handling

Rough ride

0 Needless damage from road hazards.

When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. Don’t forget your compact spare tire. It should be at 60 psi (420 kPa).

How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You can’t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they’re underinflated. Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture.

Check Tire Pressure 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. You must begin driving before the system will work properly. The CHECK TIRE PRESSURES message will appear on the Driver Information Center (DIC) if pressure in one tire becomes at least €0 psi (69 kPa) lower or higher than the other three tires. The warning message can be removed from the display by pressing any DIC button. Removing the message does not reset the system. The check tire pressure system won’t alert you if more than one tire is low or high, or if the system is not calibrated properly. It also won’t tell you which tire is low or high. If the anti-lock brake system warning light comes on, the check tire pressure system may not be working properly. See your dealer for service. (Also, see “Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light” in the Index.) The check tire pressure system detects differences in tire rotation speeds that are caused by changes in tire pressure. The system can alert you about a low tire -- but it doesn’t replace normal tire maintenance. See “Tires” in the Index.

When the CHECK TIRE PRESSURES message appears on the Driver Information Center, you should stop as soon as you can and check all your tires for damage. (If a tire is flat, see “If a Tire Goes Flat” in the Index.) Also check the tire pressure in all four tires as soon as you can. See “Inflation-Tire Pressure” in the Index. Any time you adjust a tire’s pressure or have one or more tires repaired or replaced, you’ll need to reset (calibrate) the check tire pressure system. You’ll also need to reset the system whenever you rotate the tires, buy new tires, install or remove the compact spare, and whenever the vehicle’s battery has been disconnected. Don’t reset the check tire pressure system without first correcting the cause of the problem and checking and adjusting the pressure in all four tires. If you reset the system when the tire pressures are incorrect, the check tire pressure system will not work properly and may not alert you when a tire is low or high.

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To reset (calibrate) the system: 1. Turn the ignition switch to RUN. 2. Press the GAGES 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. If TIRE PRESSURE RESET does not appear on the display after about five seconds, see your dealer for service. After you release the DIC RESET button, TIRE PRESSURE NORMAL will appear on the display.

The system completes the calibration process during driving. During the first 10 to 20 miles (15 to 30 km) of driving, the system will not alert you if a tire is high or low. After 20 to 80 miles (30 to 125 km), the system will only alert you about pressure differences of 12 psi (85 kPa) or more. After about 80 miles (125 km) of driving, the system will alert you if one tire is 10 psi (69 kPa) different from the other three tires.

Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles (10 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels. See “When It’s Time for New Tires” and “Wheel Replacement’’ later in this section for more information. The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. The fist rotation is the most important. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index for scheduled rotation intervals.

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When rotating your tires, always use the correct rotation pattern shown here. 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 Tire-Loading Information label. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” in the Index.

Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this; but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later, if you need to, to get all the rust or dirt off. (See “Changing a Flat Tire” in the Index.)

When It’s Time for New Tires

One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining.

You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true: 0 You can see the indicators at three or more places

around the tire.

0 You can see cord or fabric showing through the

tire’s rubber.

0 The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut or snagged deep

enough to show cord or fabric.

0 The tire has a bump, bulge or split.

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If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number, make sure they are the same size, load range, speed rating and construction type (bias, bias-belted or radial) as your original tires.

/i\ CAU; ;ON:

Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types (radial and bias-belted tires), the vehicle may not handle properly, and you could have a crash. Using tires of different sizes may also cause damage to your vehicle. Be sure to use the same size and type tires on all wheels. It’s all right to drive with your compact spare, though. It was developed for use on your vehicle.

0 The tire has a puncture, cut or other damage that

can’t be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage.

Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the Tire-Loading Information label. The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on each tire’s sidewall. When you get new tires, get ones with that same TPC Spec number. That way your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give proper endurance, handling, speed rating, traction, ride and other things during normal service on your vehicle. If your tires have an all-season tread design, the TPC number will be followed by an “MS” (for mud and snow).

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Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, which grades tires by treadwear, traction and temperature performance. (This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States.) The grades are molded on the sidewalls of most passenger car tires. The Uniform Tire Quality Grading system does not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires, space-saver or temporary use spare tires, tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), or to some limited-production tires. While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades, they must also conform to Federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) standards.

Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate.

Traction -- A, B, C

The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are A, B, and C, and they represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking (straight ahead) traction tests and does not include cornering (turning) traction.

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Temperature -- 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. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.

Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance. Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not needed. However, if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or the other, the alignment may need to be reset. If you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road, your wheels may need to be rebalanced. Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your Buick dealer if any of these conditions exist. Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need.

Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces. 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 Buick model.

Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous. It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle, make your tires lose air and make you lose control. You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured. Always use the correct wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement.

NOTICE:

The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis.

See “Changing a Flat Tire” in the Index for more information.

Used Replacement Wheels

Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used or how far it’s been driven. It could fail suddenly and cause an accident. If you have to replace a wheel, use a new GM original equipment wheel.

Tire Chains

I NOTICE:

Use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use only SAE Class “S” type chains that are the proper size for your tires. Install them on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened. Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer’s instructions. If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle, stop and retighten them. If the contact continues, slow down until it stops. Driving too fast or spinning the wheels with chains on will damage your vehicle.

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Appearance Care Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything from a container to clean your Buick, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s warnings and instructions. And always open your doors or windows when you’re cleaning the inside. Never use these to clean your vehicle:

Gasoline Benzene Naphtha Carbon Tetrachloride Acetone Paint Thinner Turpentine Lacquer Thinner Nail Polish Remover

They can all be hazardous -- some more than others -- and they can all damage your vehicle, too.

Don’t use any of these unless this manual says you can. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: 0 Alcohol

Laundry Soap Bleach Reducing Agents

Cleaning the Inside of Your Buick Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt. Wipe vinyl or leather with a clean, damp cloth. Your Buick dealer has two cleaners, a solvent-type spot lifter and a foam-type powdered cleaner. They will clean normal spots and stains very well. Do not use them on vinyl or leather. Here are some cleaning tips: 1. 2. 3.

Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. Clean up stains as soon as you can -- before they set. Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area often. A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn. Use solvent-type cleaners in a well-ventilated area only. If you use them, don’t saturate the stained area.

4.

5. If a ring forms after spot cleaning, clean the entire

area immediately or it will set.

Using Foam-Type Cleaner on Fabric 1. Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt. 2. Always clean a whole trim panel or section. Mask

surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines.

3. Mix Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the

directions on the container label.

4. Use suds only and apply with a clean sponge. Don’t

saturate the material and don’t rub it roughly.

5. As soon as you’ve cleaned the section, use a sponge

to remove the suds.

6. Rinse the section with a clean, wet sponge. 7. Wipe off what’s left with a slightly damp paper towel

or cloth.

8. Dry it immediately with a blow dryer. 9. Wipe with a clean cloth.

Using Solvent-Type Cleaner on Fabric First, see if you have to use solvent-type cleaner at all. Some spots and stains will clean off better with just water and mild soap. If you need to use a solvent: 1. Gently scrape excess soil from the trim material with

a clean, dull knife or scraper.

2. Use very little cleaner, light pressure and clean cloths (preferably cheesecloth). Cleaning should start at the outside of the stain, “feathering” toward the center.

3. Keep changing to a clean section of the cloth. 4. When you clean a stain from fabric, immediately dry the area with a blow dryer to help prevent a cleaning ring.

Special Cleaning Problems Greasy or Oily Stains Stains caused by grease, oil, butter, margarine, shoe polish, coffee with cream, chewing gum, cosmetic creams, vegetable oils, wax crayon, tar and asphalt can be removed as follows: 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain. 2. Follow the solvent-type instructions described earlier. 6-58

Shoe polish, wax crayon, tar and asphalt will stain if left on a vehicle’s seat fabric. They should be removed as soon as possible. Be careful, because the cleaner will dissolve them and may cause them to spread.

Non-Greasy Stains Stains caused by catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, wine, vomit, urine and blood can be removed as follows: 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the

soiled area with cool water.

2. If a stain remains, follow the foam-type instructions

described earlier.

3. If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine, treat the area with a waterhaking soda solution: 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of baking soda to 1 cup (250 ml) of lukewarm water.

4. If needed, clean lightly with solvent-type cleaner.

Combination Stains Stains caused by candy, ice cream, mayonnaise, chili sauce and unknown stains can be removed as follows: 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain. 2. Clean with cool water and allow to dry. 3. If a stain remains, clean it with solvent-type cleaner.

Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth.

Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You may have to do it more than once. Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don’t get them off quickly. Use a clean cloth and a vinyl/leather cleaner. See your dealer for this product.

Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap and wipe dry with a soft cloth. Then, let the leather dry naturally. Do not use heat to dry.

For stubborn stains, use a leather cleaner. See your dealer for this product.

0 Never use oils, varnishes, solvent-based or abrasive cleaners, furniture polish or shoe polish on leather. Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned immediately. If dirt is allowed to work into the finish, it can harm the leather.

Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions. Cleaning Speaker Covers Vacuum around a speaker cover gently, so that the speaker won’t be damaged. Some spots and stains will clean off better with just water and mild soap. If something gets on one of them and you need to use a solvent, follow these steps: 1. Gently scrape excess soil from the trim material with

a clean, dull knife or scraper.

2. Use very little cleaner, light pressure and clean cloths (preferably cheesecloth). Cleaning should start at the outside of the stain, “feathering” toward the center.

3. Keep changing to a clean section of the cloth. 4. When you clean a stain from fabric, immediately dry the area with a blow dryer to help prevent a cleaning ring.

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Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry.

Do not bleacn or dye safety belts. If you do, it may severely weaken them. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water.

Glass Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner (GM Part No. 1050427) or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass. Don’t use abrasive cleaners on glass, because they may cause scratches. Avoid placing decals on the inside rear window, since they may have to be scraped off later. If abrasive cleaners are used on the inside of the rear window, an electric defogger element may be damaged. Any temporary license should not be attached across the defogger grid.

Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper 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 GM Windshield Cleaner, Bon Ami@ Powder (non-scratching glass cleaning powder), GM Part No. 105001 1. The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water. Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades and affect their performance. Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full-strength windshield washer solvent. Then rinse the blade with water. Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary; replace blades that look worn. Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six months. During very cold, damp weather more frequent application may be required. (See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants’’ in the Index.)

Cleaning the Outside of Your Buick The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water. Don’t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun. Don’t use strong soaps or chemical detergents. Use liquid hand, dish or car washing (rnild detergent) soaps. Don’t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based, or that contain acid or abrasives. All cleaning agents should be flushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the surface, or they could stain. Dry the finish with a soft, clean chamois or an all-cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting. High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle. Cleaning Exterior LampsLenses Use lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a liquid hand, dish or vehicle washing (mild detergent) soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under “Washing Your Vehicle.”

Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your Buick by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish. You can get GM-approved cleaning products from your dealer. (See “Appearance Care and Materials” in the Index.) Your Buick has a “basecoatlclearcoat” paint finish. The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat. Always use waxes and polishes that are non-abrasive and made for a basecoatlclearcoat paint finish.

Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoatklearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks.

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Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can damage your vehicle’s finish if they remain on painted surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon as possible. If necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter. Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years. You can help to keep the paint finish looking new by keeping your Buick garaged or covered whenever possible.

Aluminum or Chrome 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. Don’t use strong soaps, chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface. You may use chrome polish on chrome wheels, but avoid any painted surface of the wheel, and buff off immediately after application. Don’t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes. These brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels.

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Tires To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner.

NOTICE: I When applying a tire dressing always take care to

wipe off any overspray or splash from all painted surfaces on the body or wheels of the vehicle. Petroleum-based products may damage the paint finish.

Sheet Metal Damage If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection.

I 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. Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your dealer’s body and paint shop.

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Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these are not removed, accelerated corrosion (rust) can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection. At least every spring, flush these materials from the underbody with plain water. Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect. Dirt packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed. Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you.

Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can falhpon and attack painted surfaces on your vehicle. This damage can take two forms: blotchy, ringlet-shaped discolorations, and small irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface. Although no defect in the paint job causes this, Buick will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12,000 miles (20 000 km) of purchase, whichever occurs first.

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NUMBER

PART

Appearance Care Materials Chart

994954 1050004 1050 172 1050173 1050 174 16 1050200 1050214 1050427 1052870 1052918"" 1052925 1052929 1052930 12345002"" 12345725 12377964 12377966

SIZE

23 in. x 25

in.

2.75 sq. ft.

DESCRIPTION

Polishing Cloth - Wax Treated

Chamois

Vinyl Cleaner Glass Cleaner

Tar and Road Oil Remover Chrome Cleaner and Polish White Sidewall Tire Cleaner Magic Mirror Cleaner Polish

16 oz. (0.473 L) 16 02. (0.473 L) oz. (0.473 L) 1 gal. (3.785 L) 32 oz. (0.946 L) 23 oz. (0.680 L) 16 02. (0.473 L) 8 oz. (0.237 L) 16 02. (0.473 L) Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner 16 oz. (0.473 L) 8 oz. (0.237 L) 16 02. (0.473 L) 12 oz. (0.354 L) 16 oz. (0.473 L) I 16 oz. (0.473 L)

I Capture Dry Spot Remover

Armor All Cleaner Silicone Tire Shine

Cleaning Wax Finish Enhancer

Wash and Wax Concentrate

Armor All Rvl Protector

Wheel Cleaner

See your General Motors Parts Department for these products. See "Fluids and Lubricants" in the Index.

USAGE

Exterior Polish

Shines vehicle without scratching

Also removes old waxes and polishes

Removes rust and corrosion Removes soil and black marks 'Exterior cleaner and polish

Spot and stain removal

Cleans grease, grime and smoke film

Exterior wash

Protects vinyl, leather and rubber Cleans vinyl, cloth, tires and mats

Spray on wheel cleaner Attracts and absorbs soils

Cleans vinyl, leather and rubber

Protects finish and Spot cleans paint

Shines tires

removes and

fine scratches

gives high luster

**Not recommended for use on instrument panel vinyl.

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ASSEMBLY

Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code. This code will help you identify your engine, specifications and replacement parts. Service Parts Identification Label You’ll find this label on the spare tire cover. It’s very helpful if you ever need to order parts. On this label is:

This is the legal identifier for your Buick. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration.

your VIN, the model designation, paint information and

0 a list of all production options and special

equipment.

Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle.

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Electrical System Add-on Electrical Equipment

NOTICE:

Don’t add anything electrical to your Buick unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should.

Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to your Buick, see “Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Buick” in the Index.

Maxifuse@/Relay Center

To check the fuses in this underhood fuse center, turn the knob counterclockwise and remove the cover. There is a chart inside the cover that explains the features and controls governed by each fuse and relay.

Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers. This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating. There are three fuse blocks in your vehicle: the Instrument Panel Fuse Block located under the instrument panel, the Underhood Fuse Block located on the passenger’s side engine compartment, and the Rear Fuse Block located under the rear seat.

Instrument Panel Fuse Block The right side fuse panel is located under the instrument panel. Remove the hush panel to reveal the fuses. To remove the panel, remove the three screws located along the rear edge of the panel. Place the wide end of the fuse puller over the plastic end of the fuse. Squeeze the ends over the fuse and pull it out. >pare fuses are located in the empty slots shown on the following chart.

When finished, replace the hush panel. Replace lamps, connectors, and HVAC duct temperature sensors if they were removed.

(SEN) (ELC) (-) (x) ( K T )

( T I

(K) (LPPKR 1

Fuse SBM PASSMOL N C

Usage Intr Lamps PDM Module HVAC Motor, HVAC Mix Motors

Fuse IGN SEN

ELC

EMPTY HVAC

CR CONT HUD CSTWSBM

Usage EC Mirror, Driver HTS Seat, Rear Defog Relay, MEM Module, Cool LVL Sensor, ABS Module, Pass Heated Seat HVAC Flat Pk Mtrs, ELC Sensor, ELC Sensor (R Bec) Not Used HVAC Main Con Head, HVAC Programmer, IPC Stepper Motor CR, Cruise Switch HUD Switch, HUD Display HVAC Programmer, IPC (Cluster), SBM (275 to LCM) (1 135 to BTSI SL)

Fuse LP PK L

LP PK R

RUN wsw EMPTY RFARSEN B/U LP

Usage Underhood LP, L PWSide Mkr, L PWTurn Lmp, SBM, L Tail Sig Lmp, L Tail Stop Lmp, L Rear Side Mkr Rt PWSide Mkr Lmp, Rt PWTurn Lamp, Rt TaiUSign Lamp, Rt TaiUStoplamp, Rt Rear Side Marker, Stop/Tail Lamp, Tail/Sig Lamp, License Lamp, RFA Run/Acsry Wiper Motor Not Used Wiper Switch, Rfa, Rain Sense E/C Mirror, Back-up Lamps

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Underhood Fuse Block There are additional fuses located on the passenger’s side of the engine compartment.

Position

Circuitry

Pre Oxygen Sensor, Post Oxygen Sensor SDM-R Module PCM, MAF Sensor AC Clutch Relay Brake Switch, Trans Shift, PCMEGR Ref, Lin EGR, Cnstr Purge Sol, Cnstr Purge SW Horn Relay Not Used Not Used Injectors #1-6 Ignition Module Rt Hi Beam Not Used Lt Hi Beam Not Used Rt Low Beam

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 1s

Position

Circuitry Not Used RFA, SBM, IPC, LCM Turn Signal, Hazard Switch

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Position

19 20

21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

Circuitry Lt Low Beam Turn Signal, Stepper Mtr, Brake Lmp, CHMSL Fuel Pump Relay (Wire in BEC) Ign Switch In Key Module, PCM To IP BEC-B/U Lamp Flasher Module Not Used Not Used Relay--1gn Relay--Horn Relay--Cooling Fan #2 Relay--Theft 1

Position

32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44

Circuitry Relay--Theft 2 Relay--Cooling Fan S/P Relay--Cooling Fan #1 Relay--A/C CLU micro Relay--Fuel Pump micro IP BEC HVAC Blower Motor Low Speed Fan Relay LCM Module To Rear BEC-Seats To IP BEC “Run” Starter Relays High Speed Fan Rly

Rear Fuse Block Additional fuses are located in the fuse center, under the rear seat.

Position

Circuitry

Position

Circuitry Relay--Htd Bklite to Rear Grid Relay--Rap Relay--Trunk Re1 to Solenoid

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10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18

Relay--ELC to Compressor Mem Seat Module, Driver Seat Switch. Driver Lumbar SW ELC Sensor, ELC Cmpr Solenoid SBM Aux Outlet (2 in Cn), Aux Outlet (1 in St) In-Key Module SBM Module Radio Sunroof Not Used Cel Phone Handset, Cel Phone Booster, CD Changer Driver Door Module Not Used Amp, Radio Head Dr Htd Seat Module

Position

19 20

21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28

Circuitry Rear Door Mod (2 LD) Fuel Door Re1 Sol, Trunk Re1 Relay, DLC Not Used IP Ashtray Cig Ltr Not Used Not Used Pass Htd Seat Mod Rt Rear Cig Ltr Lt Rear Cig Ltr RFA, Mem Seat Module, Driver Seat Switch

Removing the Rear Seat Cushion

NOTICE:

A fuse center is located under the rear seat cushion. To help avoid damage to the fuse center, be careful when removing or reinstalling the seat cushion.

To Remove the Rear Seat Cushion 1. Pull up on the front of the cushion to release the

front hooks.

2. Pull the cushion up and out toward the front of

the vehicle.

To Reinstall the Rear Seat Cushion

A safety belt that isn’t properly routed through the seat cushion or is twisted won’t provide the protection needed in a crash. If the safety belt hasn’t been routed through the seat cushion at all, it won’t be there to work for the next passenger. The person sitting in that position could be badly injured. After reinstalling the seat cushion, always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and are not twisted.

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1. Buckle the center passenger position safety belt, then

route the safety belts through the proper slots in the seat cushion. Don’t let the safety belts get twisted.

2. Slide the rear of the cushion up and under the

seatback so the rear locating guides hook into the wire loops on the back frame.

3. With the seat cushion lowered, push rearward and

then press down on the seat cushion until the spring locks on both ends engage.

4. Check to make sure the safety belts are properly

routed and that no portion of any safety belt is trapped under the seat. Also make sure the seat cushion is secured.

Replacement Bulbs EXTERIOR Headlamp High-Beam ........................... Low-Beam ........................... ParWTurn, Front ......................... Back-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tailmum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tail/Stop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

BULB

9005 9006 3057 3057 3057 . . 3057

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Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Please refer to “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index for more information. Belt Tensions Automatically controlled by a Self-Tension idler pulley. Tension adjustment should never be necessary. Automatic Transaxle AT (Overdrive) When draining or replacing torque converter, more fluid may be needed. Pan Removal and Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 quarts (5.6 L) After Complete Overhaul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 quarts (10.4 L) Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 quarts (12.3 L) Engine Crankcase Oil change with filter change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FuelTank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 8 g a l l o n s Park Avenue Ultra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power Steering PumpOnly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l p i n t (0.5L) Complete System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1/2 pints (0.7 L) Tire Pressures, Sizes The Tire-Loading Information label, which is located on the rear edge of the driver’s door, shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires. WheelNutTorque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . lOOlb-ft(140N~m) Refrigerant (R-l34a), Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . See refrigerant charge label under the hood.

5.0 quarts (4.7 L) (68L) 19 gallons (72 L)

NOTE: All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the appropriate level, as recommended

in this manual.

Air Conditioning Refrigerants Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant If you're not sure, ask your Buick dealer. Engine Specifications

is used.

3800 Engine

3800 Supercharged

Engine

VINEngineCode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K ............................... Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Displacement ................................ Compression Ratio ........................... Horsepower ................................. Firing Order ............................. 1-6-5-4-3-2 ...................... Thermostat Temperature Specification . . . . . . . . 195 "F (91 "C) .....................

V6 .............................. V6 3.8L ............................ .3.8L 9:4: 1 ............................ 85: 1 205 .............................. 240

1-6-5-4-3-2 195°F (91°C)

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Vehicle Dimensions Overall Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206.8 inches (525.3 cm) Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74.7 inches ( 189.7 cm) Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58.1 inches (147.6 cm) Wheelbase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113.8 inches (289.1 cm) Front Tread . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62.7 inches (159.3 cm) Rear Tread . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62.3 inches ( 15 8.2 cm) Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Air Cleaner Element . . . . . . . . . . AC Type A- 1096C Engine Oil Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AC Type PF-47 Fuel Filter .................... AC Type GF-627 Spark Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AC Type 41-921 Gap: 0.060 inch (. 152 cm)

Windshield Wiper Blades Type ............................ Hook Style Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 inches (56 cm)

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Engine Accessory Belt (L36) The 3800 (L36) engine uses an engine accessory belt. This diagram shows the features connected by the belt routing. See “Maintenance Schedule” in the Index for when to check the belt.

A. Power Steering B. Generator C . Air Conditioning

D. Crank E. Coolant Pump F. Tensioner

Supercharged Engine Accessory Belt (L67) c

The Supercharged 3800 engine uses two accessory drive belts. One belt drives the generator, power steering pump, coolant pump and air conditioning compressor. The second belt drives the supercharger. Each belt has its own tensioner and idler pulley. See “Maintenance Schedule” in the Index for when to check the accessory drive belts and supercharger oil level. Have your dealer check the oil level in the supercharger.

1. Front Belt 2. Back Belt A. Generator B. Power Steering

C. Crank D. Supercharger E. Coolant Pump E Air Conditioning

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& NOTES

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Section 7 Maintenance Schedule

This section covers the maintenance required for your Buick. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety, dependability and emission control performance.

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Introduction Your Vehicle and the Environment How This Section is Organized Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule Selecting the Right Schedule Part B: Owner Checks and Services At Each Fuel Fill At Least Once a Month At Least Twice a Year

At Least Once a Year Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection Exhaust System Inspection Radiator and Heater Hose Inspection Throttle Linkage Inspection Brake System Inspection Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Part E: Maintenance Record

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KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER

LEVEL AND CHANGE AS

RECOMMENDED IMPORTANT:

protectjon I

Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet, or your Buick dealer for details.

Introduction Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. All recommended maintenance procedures are important. Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe. Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle. To help protect our environment, and to keep your vehicle in good condition, please maintain your vehicle properly.

How This Section is Organized The remainder of this section is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” shows what to have done and how often. Some of these services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should let your dealer’s service department or another qualified service center do these jobs. A CAUTION:

Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, you can be seriously injured. Do your own maintenance work only if you have the required know-how and the proper tools and equipment for the job. If you have any doubt, have a qualified technician do the work.

If you are skilled enough to do some work on your vehicle, you will probably want to get the service information GM publishes. See “Service and Owner Publications” in the Index.

“Part B: Owner Checks and Services” tells you what should be checked and when. It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition. “Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections” explains important inspections that your Buick dealer’s service department or another qualified service center should perform. “Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” lists some products GM recommends to help keep your vehicle properly maintained. These products, or their equivalents, should be used whether you do the work yourself or have it done. “Part E: Maintenance Record’’ provides a place for you to record the maintenance performed on your vehicle. Whenever any maintenance is performed, be sure to write it down in this part. This will help you determine when your next maintenance should be done. In addition, it is a good idea to keep your maintenance receipts. They may be needed to qualify your vehicle for warranty repairs.

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The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D. Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these. All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle. These schedules are for vehicles that:

carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits. You will find these limits on your vehicle’s Tire-Loading Information label. See “Loading Your Vehicle” in the Index.

0 are &wen on reasonable road surfaces within legal

driving limits. use the recommended fuel. See “Fuel” in the Index.

Selecting the Right Schedule First you’ll need to decide which of the two schedules is right for your vehicle. Here’s how, to decide which schedule to follow:

Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule We 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. You may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather. You may use your vehicle in making deliveries. Or you may drive it to work, to do errands or in many other ways. Because of all the different ways people use their GM vehicles, maintenance needs vary. You may even need more frequent checks and replacements than you’ll find in the schedules in this section. So please read this section and note how you drive. If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition, see your Buick dealer. This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them. If you go to your dealer for your service needs, you’ll know that GM-trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts.

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Maintenance Schedule I Short Definition Trip/City

Short Trip/City Intervals

Follow the Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule if any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle:

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Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing. Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent driving in stop-and-go traffic). Most trips are through dusty areas. You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of your vehicle.

or other commercial application.

0 If the vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi One of the reasons you should follow this schedule if you operate your vehicle under any of these conditions is that these conditions cause engine oil to break down soonez

Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter

Change (or 3 months, whichever occurs first).

Every 6,000 Miles (10 000 km): Chassis Lubrication (or 6 months, whichever occurs first). Tire Rotation.

Every 12,000 Miles (20 000 km): Passenger

Compartment Air Filter Replacement.

Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter

Inspection, if driving in dusty conditions.

Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter Replacement. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection. Supercharger Oil Check (or every 36 months, whichever occurs first) (3.8L Code 1 engine only).

Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Transaxle

Service (severe conditions only).

Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory

Drive Belt Inspection.

Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Spark Plug Wire

Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement.

Maintenance Schedule I Short Trip/City Intervals Every 150,000 Miles (240 000 km): Cooling System

Service (or every 60 months, whichever occurs first).

These intervals only summarize maintenance services. Be sure to follow the complete maintenance schedule on the following pages.

Follow this maintenance schedule only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule is true. Do not use this schedule if the vehicle is used for trailer towing, driven in a dusty area or used off paved roads. Use the Short Trip/City schedule for these conditions. Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions causes engine oil to break down slowel:

Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine ull and Filter Change (or every 12 months, whichever occurs fist). * Chassis Lubrication (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Tire Rotation.

Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Passenger

Compartment Air Filter Replacement.

Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Supercharger Oil

Check (or every 36 months, whichever occurs first) (3.8L Code 1 engine only). Air Cleaner Filter Replacement. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection.

Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Transaxle

Service (severe conditions only).

Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory

Drive Belt Inspection.

Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Spark Plug Wire

Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement.

Every 150,000 Miles (240 000 km): Cooling System

Service (or every 60 months, whichever occurs first). These intervals only summarize maintenance services. Be sure to follow the complete maintenance schedule on the following pages.

Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule

The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be performed at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km). See “Owner Checks and Services” and “Periodic Maintenance Inspections” following. Footnotes

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the

California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle’s useful life. We, however, urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. # Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage, transaxle shift linkage, parking brake cable guides and the underbody contact points and linkage.

* If your vehicle has an Engine Oil Life Monitor, the monitor will show you when to change the oil -- usually between 3,000 miles (5 000 km) and 7,500 miles (12 500 km) since your last oil change. Under severe conditions, the indicator may come on before 3,000 miles (5 000 km). Never drive your vehicle more than 7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 12 months, (whichever occurs first), without an oil change. The system won’t detect dust in the oil. So if you drive in a dusty area be sure to change your oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or sooner if the CHANGE OIL light comes on. Remember to reset the Oil Life Monitor when the oil has been changed. For more information, see “Engine Oil Life Monitor” in the Index. + A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation. See “Brake System Inspection” under “Periodic Maintenance Inspection” in Part C of this schedule.

I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote * .)

6,000 Miles (10 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) [7 Lubricate chassis components (or every

6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED

BY:

DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED

BY

I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 9,000 Miles (15 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.)

12,000 Miles (20 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every

6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

0 Replace passenger compartment air filter. 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED B Y

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED B Y

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I 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) 17 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.)

0 Lubricate chassis components (or every

6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice. (See footnote *.) 0 Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving

in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.)

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I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 21,000 Miles (35 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.)

24,000 Miles (40 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote * .) 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every

6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

0 Replace passenger compartment air filter. 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED B Y

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED B Y

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1- Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 27,000 Miles (45 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.)

30,000 Miles (50 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every

6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

0 Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Sewice. 0 Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage

or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.)

DATE

ACTUAL

MILEAGE

SERVICED BY: 1

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I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I

33,000 Miles (55 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.)

0 For supercharged engines only: Check the supercharger oil level and add oil as needed (or every 36 months, whichever occurs first). See “Recommended P1uid.s and Lubricants” in this section. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote T.)

0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED BY:

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED B Y

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I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedu 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every

6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

0 Replace passenger compartment air filter. [7 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

39,000 Miles (65 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.)

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:

DATE

I ACTUAL MILEAGE

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Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 42,000 Miles (70 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation” in the Index for pioper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

45,000 Miles (75 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) 0 Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving

in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote’f.)

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED BY:

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED BY:

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I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 48,000 Miles (80 000 km)

Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every

6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Replace passenger compartment air filter.

0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

50,000 Miles (83 000 km) 0 Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter

if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside

temperature regularly reaches 90 O F (32°C) or higher.

- In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as found in taxi, police or

delivery service.

I f you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, the fluid and filter do not require changing.

DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED

BY:

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

~ SERVICED BY:

I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule1 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote * .)

I 54,000 Miles (90 000 km)

0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every

6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.>

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED B Y

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~~ I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 57,000 Miles (95 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.)

T I

ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED

BY.

60,000 Miles (100 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every

6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

0 Replace passenger compartment air filter. 0 Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service. 0 Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. 0 Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage

or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.)

I 63,000 Miles (105 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.)

I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule

For supercharged engines only: Check the supercharger oil level and add oil as needed (or every 36 months, whichever occurs first). See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in this section. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote “f)

0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.

(See footnote +.) t ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED BY:

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED BY:

7-19

1 69,000 Miles (115 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.)

1 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 66,000 Miles (110 000 km) 17 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote * .) 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every

6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED BY.

7-20

Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 72,000 Miles (120 000 km)

Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every

6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

0 Replace passenger compartment air filter. 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.)