1997 Buick Park Avenue Owners Manual

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I 81,000 Miles (135 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

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

I Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule 78,000 Miles (130 000 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 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

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

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I 87,000 Miles (145 000 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 84,000 Miles (140 000 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 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 +.)

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Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 90,000 Miles (150 000 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. 0 Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage

An Emission Control Service.

or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. 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 Fluids and Lubricants” in this section. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote “f.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

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I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 93,000 Miles (155 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

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

I 96,000 Miles (160 000 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 #.) 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 +.)

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I 100,000 Miles (1 66 000 km) 0 Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service.

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 O C) or higher.

- In hilly or mountainous terrain.

I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 99,000 Miles (165 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

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

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I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule [

- 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.

150,000 Miles (240 000 km) 0 Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Sewice.

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Long Tripmighway ,Maintenance Schedule I

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.

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* 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 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 Inspections” in Part C of this schedule.

7,500 Miles (12 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

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

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

Cl Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

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

15,000 Miles (25 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

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

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

0 Replace passenger compartment air filter. I7 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

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

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22,500 Miles (37 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

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

12 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 +.)

30,000 Miles (50 000 km)

Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote * .) 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every

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

0 Replace passenger compartment air filter. I7 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

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

0 Replace air cleaner filter.

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BY:

An Emission Control Service.

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I Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule

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-)-.) 0 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 T.)

37,500 Miles (62 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

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

12 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 +.)

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I Long TriplHighway Maintenance Schedule I 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

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

12 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 +.)

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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 O C) or higher.

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

delivery service.

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

52,500 Miles (87 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

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

12 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 +.)

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

12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

0 Replace passenger compartment air filter. 17 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 T.) 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

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

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Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule

60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued) 0 Inspect engine accessory drive belt.

An Emission Control Service. 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?.)

67,500 Miles (112 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

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

12 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 +.)

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DATE SERVICED

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Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 1 75,000 Miles (125 000 km)

Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Replace passenger compartment air filter. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

82,500 Miles (137 500 km)

Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice. (See footnote *.) Cl Lubricate chassis components (or every

12 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 +.)

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Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 90,000 Miles (150 000 km, 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote * .) 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every

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

0 Replace passenger compartment air filter. 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?.)

0 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 T.)

0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

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

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I Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule I 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

1 100,000 Miles (166 000 km)

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

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

Cl Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

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

Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. 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 OF (32 O C) or higher.

- In hilly or mountainous Ierrain.

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100,000 Miles (1 66 000 km) (Continued) - When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as found in taxi, police or lf you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, the fluid and filter do not require changing.

delivery service.

DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED

B Y

150,000 Miles (240 000 km) 0 Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant’’ in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service.

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DATE ACTUAL

Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed below are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in Part D. At Each Fuel Fill It is important for you or a service station attendant to perj4or-m these underhood checks at each fuel fill.

Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary. See “Engine Oil” in the Index for further details.

Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL@ coolant mixture if necessary. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for further details.

Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary. See “Windshield Washer Fluid” in the Index for further details. At Least Once a Month Tire Inflation Check Make sure tires are inflated to the correct pressures. See “Tires” in the Index for further details.

Cassette Deck Service Clean cassette deck. Cleaning should be done every 50 hours of tape play. See “Audio Systems” in the Index for further details.

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At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced. Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings, and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system does not need regular maintenance.)

Wiper Blade Check Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield. Also see “Wiper Blades, Cleaning” in the Index.

Automatic Transaxle Check Check the transaxle fluid level; add if needed. See “Automatic Transaxle” in the Index. A fluid loss may indicate a problem. Check the system and repair if needed. At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D. Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all body door hinges. Also lubricate all hinges and latches, including those for the hood, glove box door and console door. Part D tells you what to use. More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment.

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Starter Switch Check

A CAUTION:

Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI) Check

When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below.

When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below.

1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room

around the vehicle.

2. F d y apply both the parking brake (see “Parking

Brake” in the Index if necessary) and the regular brake. NOTE: Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts.

3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The starter

should work only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the starter works in any other position, your vehicle needs service.

1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room

around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface.

2. Firmly apply the parking brake (see “Parking Brake”

in the Index if necessary). NOTE: Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move.

3. With the engine off, turn the key to the RUN

position, but don’t start the engine. Without applying the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of PARK (P) with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of PARK (P), your vehicle’s BTSI needs service.

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Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position. The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). The key should come out only in LOCK.

(P) Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK Mechanism Check

When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move.

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Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake.

To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only. To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability: With the engine running, shift to PARK (P). Then release all brakes.

Underbody Flushing Service At least every spring, use plain water to flush any corrosive materials from the underbody. Take care to clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris can collect.

Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your GM dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Proper procedures to perform these services may be found in a GM service manual. See “Service and Owner Publications” in the Index. Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage, tears or leakage. Replace seals if necessary. Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged, missing or

out-of-position parts as well as open seams, holes, loose connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build-up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle. See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index. Radiator and Heater Hose Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Throttle Linkage Inspection Inspect the throttle linkage for interference or binding, and for damage or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace any cables that have high effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables. Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Also inspect drum brake linings for wear and cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc. Check parking brake adjustment. You may need to have your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions result in frequent braking.

USAGE Parking Brake Cable Guides

Power Steering System

Automatic Transaxle Key Lock Cylinders

Supercharger

FLUID/LUBRICANT

Chassis lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC-LB. GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No. 1052884 - 1 pint, 1050017 - 1 quart, or equivalent). DEXRON@-111 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Multi-Purgse lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent). ~ Supercharger Oil (GM Part No. 12345982). See “Supercharger Oil’’ in the Index.

Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your GM dealer.

FLUIDLUBRICANT Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines “Starburst” symbol of the proper viscosity. To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see “Engine Oil” in the Index. 50/50 mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) and use only GM Goodwrench@ DEX-COOL@ or Havoline@ DEX-COOL@ coolant. See “Engine Coolant’’ in the Index. Delco Supreme 11@ Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 12377967 or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid).

USAGE

Engine Oil

- Engine Coolant

Hydraulic Brake System

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I USAGE Chassis Lubrication

Windshield Washer Solvent

Hood Latch Assembly, Pivots, Spring Anchor and Release Pawl

FLUIDLUBRICANT

Chassis lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC-LB. GM Optikleen@ Washer Solvent (GM Part No. 1051515) or equivalent. Lubriplate lubricant aerosol (GM Part No. 12346293 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC-LB.

FLUIDLUBRICANT

USAGE

Hood and Door Hinges

Multi-pu ose lubricant, Superlube % (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent). Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579 or equivalent).

Weatherstrip Conditioning See “Replacement Parts” in the Index for recommended replacement filters and spark plugs.

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Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. Any additional information from “Owner Checks and

Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them.

Maintenance Record

DATE

ODOMETER READING

SERVICED BY

MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

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ODOMETER

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SERVICED BY

MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

Maintenance Record

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Maintenance Record

MAINTENANCE

PERFORMED

ODOMETER

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Section 8 Customer Assistance Information

Here you will find out how to contact Buick if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects.

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Customer Satisfaction Procedure Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users Roadside Assistance Canadian Roadside Assistance Courtesy Transportation GM Participation in an Alternative Dispute Resolution Program

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Warranty Information Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors Ordering Service and Owner Publications. in Canada

Customer Satisfaction Procedure

Buick dealers have the facilities, trained technicians and up-to-date information to promptly address any concerns you may have. However, if a concern has not been resolved to your complete satisfaction, take the following steps: STEP ONE -- Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management. Normally, concerns can be quickly resolved at that level. If the matter has already been reviewed with the Sales, Service or Parts Manager, contact the owner of the dealership or the General Manager.

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STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, contact the Buick Customer Relations Center by calling 1-800-521-7300. In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). For help outside of the United States and Canada, call the following numbers as appropriate:

In Mexico: (525) 625-3256 In Puerto Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) or 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish)

0 In the U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800-496-9994 0 In the Dominican Republic: 1-800-751-4135

(English) or 1-800-75 1-4 136 (Spanish) In the Bahamas: 1-800-389-0009

0 In Bermuda, Barbados, Antigua and the British

Virgin Islands: 1-800-534-0122 In all other Caribbean countries: (809) 763-1315 In other overseas locations, call GM International Product Center in Canada at: (905) 644-4 1 12.

Refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for addresses of GM Overseas offices. When contacting Buick, please remember that your concern will likely be resolved in the dealership, using the dealer’s facilities, equipment and personnel. That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern. Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Buick has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Buick by dialing: 1-800-83-BUICK. (TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.)

For prompt assistance, please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative:

Your name, address, home and business telephone numbers Vehicle Identification Number (This is available from the vehicle registration or title, or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield.) Dealership name and location Vehicle delivery date and present mileage Nature of concern

We encourage you to call us so we can give your inquiry prompt attention. However, if you wish to write Buick, address your inquiry to:

Buick Motor Division Customer Relations Center 902 E. Hamilton Avenue Flint, MI 48550 In Canada, write to:

General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7

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Roadside Assistance

Buick Motor Division is proud to offer Buick Premium Roadside Assistance to customers for vehicles covered under the 3 year/36,000 mile (60 000 lun) new car warranty (whichever occurs first).

Our commitment to Buick owners has always included superior service through our network of 3,000 Buick dealers. Buick Premium Roadside Assistance provides an extra measure of convenience and security. Buick Premium Roadside Assistance:

Provides owners with access to minor repairs or towing for disabled vehicles. Takes the anxiety out of uncertain situations by providing easy access to service professionals trained to work with Buick owners, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including weekends and holidays.

For details on Buick Premium Roadside Assistance, please consult your Buick Premium Roadside Assistance owner booklet included with your owner’s manual. For needed assistance, call the Buick Premium Roadside Assistance toll-free hotline: 1-800-252-1 112. Canadian Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive Roadside Assistance program accessible from anywhere in Canada or the United States. Please refer to the separate brochure provided by the dealer or call 1-800-268-6800 for emergency services.

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Courtesy Transportation To Buick Motor Division, Quality Means Service -- and service means “keeping you on the road.” Included with your Buick new car warranty (3 years/36,000 miles (60 000 km), whichever occurs first), is Courtesy Transportation, a program which will provide Buick retail customers with:

Reimbursement toward a loaner vehicle, courtesy of Buick Motor Division, for up to five days for vehicles requiring overnight warranty repairs. Also, reimbursement up to $30 a day (five days maximum) may be available for the cost of a rental car, bus or even a cab. A free one-way shuttle ride up to 10 miles (16 km) from the dealership is available for customers whose vehicles require same-day warranty repairs.

Courtesy Transportation is Buick’s way of extending the Premium Service you’ve come to expect from Buick and its 3,000 dealers. Please review the Courtesy Transportation glove box card contained in your vehicle, or consult your Buick dealer for details. Some state insurance regulations make it impractical to rent vehicles to people under 21 years of age. If you are under 21 and have difficulty renting a vehicle, Buick will reimburse you up to $3O/day, for any documented transportation you receive. Please consult your dealer for details. For warranty repairs during the Complete Vehicle Coverage period in the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, interim transportation may be available under the Courtesy Transportation program. Please consult your dealer for details. The Courtesy Transportation program is available only in the United States and Canada. In Canada, please consult your GM dealer for information on Courtesy Transportation.

GM Participation in an Alternative Dispute Resolution Program This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Canadian owners refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for information on the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP). General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or to discontinue its participation in this program. Both Buick and your Buick dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. Our experience has shown that, if a situation arises where you feel your concern has not been adequately addressed, the Customer Satisfaction Procedure described earlier in this section is very successful. ~ n e r e may be instances where an impartial third party can assist in arriving at a solution to a disagreement regarding vehicle repairs or interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. To assist in resolving these disagreements, Buick voluntarily participates in BBB AUTO LINE.

BBB AUTO LINE is an out-of-court program administered by the Better Business Bureau system to settle automotive disputes. This program is available free of charge to customers who currently own or lease a GM vehicle. If you are not satisfied after following the Customer Satisfaction Procedure, you may contact the BBB using the toll-free telephone number, or write them at the following address:

BBB AUTO LINE Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc. 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington, VA 22203- 1804 Telephone: 1-800-955-5100

To file a claim, you will be asked to provide your name and address, your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and a statement of the nature of your complaint. Eligibility is limited by vehicle age and mileage, and other factors.

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We prefer you utilize the Customer Satisfaction Procedure before you resort to AUTO LINE, but you may contact the BBB at any time. The BBB will attempt to resolve the complaint serving as an intermediary. If this mediation is unsuccessful, an informal hearing will be scheduled where eligible customers may present their case to an impartial third-party arbitrator. The arbitrator will make a decision which you may accept or reject. If you accept the decision, GM will be bound by that decision. The entire dispute resolution procedure should ordinarily take about 40 days from the time you file a claim until a decision is made. Some state laws may require you to use this program before filing a claim with a state-run arbitration program or in the courts. For further information, contact the BBB at 1-800-955-5100 or the Buick Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-955-7300. Warranty Information Your vehicle comes with a separate warranty booklet that contains detailed warranty information.

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying General Motors. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer or General Motors. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in the Washington, D.C. area) or write to:

NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation Washington, D.C. 20590

You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.

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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited. You may write to:

Transport Canada Box 8880 Ottawa, Ontario KlG 3J2

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at 1-800-521-7300, or write:

Buick Motor Division Customer Relations Center 902 E. Hamilton Avenue Flint, MI 48550

In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). Or, write: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario LlH 8P7

Ordering Service and Owner Publications in Canada Service manuals, service bulletins, owner’s manuals and other service literature are available for purchase for all current and past model General Motors vehicles. The toll-free telephone number for ordering information in Canada is 1-800-668-5539.

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1997 BUCK SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION

The following publications covering the operation and servicing

of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out

the Service Publication Order Form in this book

and mailing it in with your check, money order,

or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.)

CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1997 BUCK

SERVICE MANUALS Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $90.00

TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments and specifications for the 1997 GM transmissions, transaxles and transfer cases. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $40.00

OWNER’S INFORMATION Owner publications are written directly for Owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. The owner’s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models. In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner’s Manual and Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $1 5.00 Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $10.00

CURRENT & PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles. To request an order form, please specify year and model name of the vehicle.

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NOTE: Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or company name of the person to whose attention the shipment should be sent.

name, and also the

HELM, INCORPORATED P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207

For purchases outside U.S.A. please write to the above address for quotation.

s Mail completed order form p (CUSTOMER’S NAME)

to:

(AlTENTION)

(STREET ADDRESS-NO P.O. BOX NUMBERS)

( C W

DAYTIME TELEPHONE NO.

(STATE)

(ZIP CODE)

AREA CODE

V1-BUI-ORD97

*(Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation. Allow ample time for delivery.)

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Note to Canadian Customers: All listed prices are quoted in U.S. funds. Canadian residents are to make checks payable in US. funds. To cover Canadian postage, add 51 1.50 plus the US. order processing.

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Section 9 Index

1.21. 2.74

A i r Bag ...................................... 1-20 How Does it Restrain .......................... 1-24 How it Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22 Location .................................... 1-22 Readiness Light ......................... Servicing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-26 What Makes it Inflate .......................... 1-24 What Will You See After it Inflates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24 When Should it Inflate ......................... 1-23 Aircleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-17 Air Conditioning ................................ 3-5 Air Conditioning Refrigerants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-77 Air Control. Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.3. 3-4 Air Filter. Passenger Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7 Alarm. Content Theft-Deterrent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2- 16 Alarm. Instant. Keyless Entry ...................... 2-9 Alignment and Balance. Tire ....................... 6-54 Aluminum Wheels. Cleaning ...................... 6-62 Antenna. Heated Backlite ........................ 3-35 Antifreeze . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-24 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-76. 4-7 Brakes ...................................... 4-7 Anti.Theft. Radio .............................. 3-30

2.59. 2.60

Appearancecare ............................... 6-56 Appearance Care Materials ....................... 6-65 Arbitration Program .............................. 8-7 Armrest. Storage .......................... Ashtrays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-61 Astroroof ..................................... 2-64 Audio Controls, Steering Wheel Touch Control . . . . . . . 3-32 Audio Equipment, Adding ........................ 3-33 Audio Systems ................................. 3-10 Automatic

Overdrive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-25 Transaxle Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-40 Transaxle Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-21 Transaxle Operation ........................... 2-23 Transaxle Park Mechanism Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-42 Auxiliary Power Outlets .......................... 2-63

Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Replacement. Keyless Entry .................... Rundown Protection ........................... WarningLight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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BBB Auto Line ................................. 8-7 Belt. Engine Accessory ..................... 6-78. 6-79 Better Business Bureau Mediation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7 Blizzard. Driving In ............................. 4-28 Brake Adjustment .................................. 6-33 Fluid ....................................... 6-30 Master Cylinder .............................. 6-30 Parking ..................................... 2-27 PedalTravel .................................. 6-33 Replacing System Parts ........................ 6-33 System Warning Light ......................... 2-75 Trailer ...................................... 4-36 Transaxle Shift Interlock ....................... 2-30 Transaxle Shift Interlock Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-41 Wear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-32 4-7 4-6 4- 10 2- 19 2-30 7-41 6-34

Brakes. Anti-Lock ............................... Braking ........................................ Braking in Emergencies .......................... .......................... Break-In. New Vehicle BTSI ......................................... BTSICheck ................................... Bulb Replacement ..............................

Canadian Roadside Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5 Capacities and Specifications ...................... 6-76 Carbon Monoxide . . . . . . . . . . 2-15.2-31.2-32.4-29. 4-35 Cassette Deck Service ........................... 7-39 Cassette Tape Player ....................... 3- 10. 3- 14 Cassette Tape Player Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-34 9-2

Cassette Tape Player Errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.12. 3.16 CDChanger. TrunkMounted ...................... 3-27 Cellular Phone Readiness Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-63 Center Passenger Position ........................ 1-26 Central Door Unlocking System .................... 2-5 Certification Label .............................. 4-31 Chains. Safety ................................. 4-36 Chains. Tire ................................... 6-56 Change Engine Oil Soon ......................... 6-16 Changing a Flat Tire ............................. 5-22 Check Tire Pressure System ....................... 6-49 Checking Your Restraint Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-47 Chemical Paint Spotting .......................... 6-64 Child Restraints ................................ 1-35 Securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position . . . . . . . . . . . 1-37 Securing in the Center Rear Seat Position . . . . . . . . . . 1-39 Securing in the Right Front Seat Position . . . . . . . . . . 1-41 TopStrap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-36 Wheretoput ................................ 1-35 Chrome Wheels. Cleaning ........................ 6-62 Cigarette Lighter ............................... 2-62 Circuit Breakers and Fuses ....................... 6-68 Cleaner, Air ................................... 6-17 Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-62 Exterior LampsLenses ........................ 6-61 Fabric ................................. 6-57. 6-58 Glass ....................................... 6-60 Inside of Your Buick .......................... 6-57 Instrument Panel ............................. 6-59

Leather ..................................... 6-59 Outside of Your Buick ......................... 6-61 Speakercovers .............................. 6-59 Special Problems ............................. 6-58 Stains ...................................... 6-58 Tires ....................................... 6-63 Vinyl ....................................... 6-59 Wheels ..................................... 6-62 Windshield and Wiper Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-60 Climate Control. Passenger ........................ 3-9 Climate Control. Steering Wheel Touch Control . . . . . . . . 3-9 Climate Control System ........................... 3-2 Clock. Setting the ............................... 3- 10 Coinholder .................................... 2-59 Comfort Controls ................................ 3-2 Personal Choice ............................... 3-2 Steering Wheel Touch Control .................... 3-9 Compact Disc Care ............................. 3-35 Compact Disc Player ....................... 3-18. 3-21 Compact Disc Player Errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.20.3-25. 3-28 Compact Spare Tire ............................. 5-32 Compass. Rearview Mirror with . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-51 Content Theft-Deterrent System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2- 16 Control of a Vehicle .............................. 4-6 ConvenienceNet ............................... 2-61 Convex Outside Mirror .......................... 2-55 Coolant ....................................... 6-24 Heater. Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22 RecoveryTarik ..........................

Cooling System ................................

5.15. 5.16

5-14

Cornering Lamps ............................... 2-45 Courtesy Lamps ................................. 2-46 Courtesy Transportation ........................... 8-6 Cruise Control ................................. 2-39 Cupholders ............................... Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Users . . . . . . . . . 8-4 Customer Assistance Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1 Customer Satisfaction Procedure .................... 8-2

2.59. 2.60

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Damage. Finish ............................... 6-63 Damage. Sheet Metal ............................ 6-63 Daytime Running Lamps ......................... 2-45 Dead Battery 5-3 Defects. Reporting Safety ..................... 8-8. 8-9 Defensive Driving ............................... 4-2 .......................... 3-8 Defogger. Rear Window Defogging ..................................... 3-8 Defrosting ..................................... 3-8 Delayed Locking .......................... DIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dimensions. Vehcle ............................ Dolby@ B Noise Reduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.13. 3.17 Door

2-84 6-78

Ajar Reminder ........................... Central Unlocking System ....................... 2-5 Locks ....................................... 2-4 Driver Information Center ........................ 2-84 Controls and Displays ......................... 2-85 Personal Choice Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-88 Warnings and Messages ........................ 2-88 9-3

2.11. 2.90

2.5. 2.88

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DriverPosition ................................. Driving City ........................................ 4-21 Defensive .................................... 4-2 Drunken ..................................... 4-2 Freeway .................................... 4-22 InaBlizzard ................................. 4-28 In Foreign Countries ........................... 6-5 In the Rain .................................. 4- 18 Night ...................................... 4-16 .................................. On Curves 4-11 On Grades While Towing a Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-38 On Hill and Mountain Roads .................... 4-24 OnSnowandIce ............................. 4-27 Throughwater ............................... 4-20 WetRoads .................................. 4-18 Winter ...................................... 4-26 With a Trailer ................................ 4-36 ................................ Drunken Driving 4-2 Dual Automatic ComforTemp Climate Control . . . . . . . . . 3-2

Electrical Equipment, Adding . . . . . . . . . . 2-22,3-33, 6-67 Electrical System ............................... 6-67 Electrochromic Day/Night Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . . . 2-50 With Compass ............................... 2-51 Electronic Level Control ......................... 4-32 Engine ....................................... 6-11 Accessory Belt .......................... 6-78, 6-79 Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-24 Coolant Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22 9-4

4 .29. 4.35

7-39 2-77

Coolant Level Check .......................... Coolant Temperature Gage ..................... Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15.2.31.2.32. Identification ................................ 6-66 OilLevelCheck .............................. 7-39 OilLifeIndex ................................ 2-87 Overheating ................................. 5-12 Running While Parked ......................... 2-32 Specifications ................................ 6-65 Starting ..................................... 2-21 Supercharged ................................ 6-12 Engineoil .................................... 6-12 Adding ..................................... 6-14 Additives ................................... 6-16 Checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13 Pressure Light ............................... 2-80 Used ....................................... 6-17 Whentochange .............................. 6-16 Entry Lighting, Delayed .......................... 2-46 Exhaust, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15,2-31,2-32, 4-35 Exit Lighting, Delayed ........................... 2-47 Express-Down Window .......................... 2-33 Express-Open Astroroof ......................... 2-64

Fabric Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-57, 6-58 Fan Control, Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 Filling Your Tank ................................ 6-6 Filter, Air ..................................... 6-17 Filter, Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-16 Filter, Passenger Compartment Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7

Finishcare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-61 Finish Damage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-63 First Gear. Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-26 Flashers. Hazard Warning ......................... 5-2 Flash-to-Pass Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-36 Flat Tire. Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-22 Fluid Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-76 Fluids and Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-44 Foreign Countries. Fuel ........................... 6-5 .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . French Language Manual 11 Front Center Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-60 Front Storage Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-59 FrontTowing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3 Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4 DoorLock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7 Filling Your Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6 Gage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-81 In Foreign Countries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5

Fuse Block

Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-68 Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-72 Underhood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-70 6-68

Fuses and Circuit Breakers .......................

G a g e s

Engine Coolant Temperature .................... 2-77 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-81 Garage Door Opener ....................... 2-56, 2-64 GAWR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-31

Gear Positions. Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23 GloveBox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-55 GloveBoxLamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-49 Gross Axle Weight Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-31 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-31 .. Guide en FranGais - 1 1 GVWR . . . . . . . . . 4-31

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Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-34 Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7 Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-44 Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-38 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-35 High/Low Beamchanger ...................... 2-36 OnReminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-44 Head-Up Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-82 Hearing Impaired, Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4 Heated Backlite Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-35 Heated Outside Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-55 Heatedseats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5 Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5 High-Beam Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-36 .Highway Hypnosis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-24 Hill and Mountain Roads ......................... 4-24 Hitches, Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-35 Hood

Checking Things Under . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-9 6-9 2-34 9-5

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Lights

1.9, 2.73

2-78 2-81

Loading Your Vehicle Locks

Air Bag Readiness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.21. 2.74 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.76. 4.7 Battery Warning .............................. 2-74 Brake System Warning ......................... 2-75 Engine Oil Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-80 Interior ..................................... 2-46 Safety Belt Reminder ...................... ServiceEngine Soon .......................... Service Vehicle Soon .......................... Traction Control System Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.76. 4.9 ........................... Cylinders ................................... 7-40 Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 FuelDoor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6- 7 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-42 Key Lock Cylinder Service ..................... 7-40 Lockout Protection ............................. 2-8 Memory Door ............................ PowerDoor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rear Door Security ............................. Trunk Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lubricants and Fluids ............................ Lubrication Service. Body ........................ Lumbar Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-5 2-7 2- 14 2-33 7-44 7-40 1-2

2.5. 2.90

4-30

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4. 10 Magnasteer Maintenance. Normal Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-78

Maintenance Kecord ............................ 7-46 Maintenance Schedule ............................ 7-1 Long Tripmighway Definition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6 Long Tripmighway Intervals ..................... 7-6 Owner Checks and Services ..................... 7-39 Periodic Maintenance Inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-43 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-44 Scheduled Maintenance Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4 Short Trip/City Definition ....................... 7-5 Short Trip/City Intervals ........................ 7-5 Maintenance. Underbody . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-64 Maintenance When Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-38 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...................... 2-78 Maxifuse@/Relay Center ......................... 6-67 Memory Door Locks ........................ 2-5. 2-90 Memory Seat and Mirrors ......................... 1-3 Memory Seat Recall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-92 Methanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5 Mirrors

Convex Outside .............................. 2-55 Electrochromic Daymight Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-50 Electrochromic Daymight Rearview with Compass . . 2-51 Heated Outside ............................... 2-55 ....................... Illuminated Visor Vanity 2-62 Inside Manual Daymight Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-50 Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 Power Remote Control ......................... 2-54 MMT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4 MountainRoads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-24 Multifunction Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-34

9-7

N e t . Convenience .............................. 2-61 Neutral. Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-25 New Vehicle Break-In ........................... 2-19 Nightvision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-78

Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-72 Odometer. Trip ................................. 2-72 Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4- 13 Oil. Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12 OilLifeIndex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-87 Oil Pressure Light .............................. 2-80 Oil. Supercharger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-20 Opener. Garage Door ....................... 2-56. 2-64 Outside Mirrors ................................ 2-54 Overdrive. Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-25 Overheating Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 12 Owner Checks and Services ....................... 7-39 Owner Publications. Ordering ..................... 8- 10

Paint Spotting. Chemical ........................ ParadeDimming ............................... Park

Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-24 Shifting Into . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-28 Shifting Out of ............................... 2-30 AtNight .................... Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . 2-15 . . . . . . . . . 2-27

Parking

6-64 2-49

9-8

Brake Mechanism Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-42 Lots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16 ........................ Over Things That Burn 2-31 With a Trailer ................................ 4-38 Passenger Climate Control ......................... 3-9 Passenger Compartment Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7 Passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13 PASS-Key 2-17 Perimeter Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.47. 2.92 Periodic Maintenance Inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-43 Personal Choice Comfort Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 DICDisplay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-85 Radio Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10 Personal Choice Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10

6 ................................ I11

Delayed Loclung ........................ 2.11. 2.90 Memory Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5. 2.90 Perimeter Lighting ....................... 2.47. 2.92 Programming. DIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-88 Security Feedback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2- 11. 2.91

Power

DoorLocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-54 Remote Control Mirror Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Seatback Recliner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5 Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10 Steering Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-28 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-33 . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21

. . . . . . . .

Power. Retained Accessory

Power Seat

Lumbar Controls .............................. 1-2 Memory Function .............................. 1-3 Pregnancy. Use of Safety Belts .................... 1-19 ............................ 5-1 Problems on the Road Protection. Lockout .............................. 2-8 Publications. Service and Owner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8- 10

Radiator ..................................... Radiator Pressure Cap ........................... Radio Reception ................................ Radios .......................... 3.10.14.3.18. Theft Deterrent Feature ........................ Rain. Driving In ................................ RainSenseWipers .............................. Reading Lamps Rear

...........................

5- 19 6-28 3-33 3.21 3-30 4-18 2-38 2-48. 2-49

DoorSecurityLocks ........................... Outside Seat Position .......................... Safety Belt Comfort Guides ..................... .............................. Seat Passengers Storage Armrest .............................. Towing ..................................... Window Defogger ............................. Rear Seat Cushion. Removing ..................... Rearview Mirror Electrochromic Daymight ...................... 2-50 Electrochromic Daymight with Compass . . . . . . . . . . 2-51 Inside Daymight ............................. 2-50 Reclining Front Seatbacks ......................... 1-5

2-7 1-28 1-31 1-28 2-60 5-10 3-8 6-73

6-77

5.15. 5.16

Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ............... 7-44 Recovery Tank. Coolant ..................... Refrigerants. Air Conditioning .................... Remote Fuel Door Release ............................. 6-7 Keyless Entry ................................. 2-8 Keyless Entry. Instant Alarm ..................... 2-9 Keyless Entry. Personal Choice Features ........... 2-10 ................ 2-11 Keyless Entry. Security Feedback Keyless Entry. Synchronization .................. 2-10 Trunk Release ................................ 2-14 Bulbs ...................................... Parts ....................................... Wheel ...................................... Replacing Safety Belts ........................... Reporting Safety Defects ...................... Restraints

6-75 6-78 6-54 1-48 8-8, 8-9

Replacement

Checking ................................... l-47 Child ....................................... l-35 Head ........................................ l-7 Replacing Parts After a Crash ................... 1-48 Systemcheck ................................ 7-40 Reverse, Automatic Transaxle ..................... 2-24 Right Front Passenger Position .................... 1-20 Roadside Assistance .............................. 8-5 Roadside Assistance, Canadian ..................... 8-5 Rocking Your Vehicle ........................... 5-34 Rotation, Tires ................................. 6-50

9-9

safety Belt Extender ............................ 1-47 Safety Belts .................................... 1-8 Adults ...................................... l-13 Care ....................................... 6-60 Center Passenger Position ...................... 1-26 Children .................................... 1-33 1 - 13 Driver Position ............................... Extender .................................... l-47 1 - 13 How to Wear Properly ......................... Incorrect Usage .................... 1-15,l-45, 1-46 Lap Belt ............................... 1-26, 1-28 Lap-Shoulder ........................... 1-13, 1-28 LargerChildren ..........,................... l-44 ........................ 1-12 Questions and Answers Rear Comfort Guides .......................... 1-3 1 Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions ............ 1-28 Rear Seat Passengers .......................... 1-28 Reminder Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9, 2-73 Replacing After a Crash ........................ 1-48 Right Front Passenger Position .................. 1-20 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15 Smaller Children and Babies .................... 1-33 Use During Pregnancy .........................