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7. Run the belt through or around the child restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 8. Put the hook on the free end through the slot in the

latch plate.

9. To make it tight, pull the belt while you push down

on the child restraint. If the belt won't stay tight, switch it end for end.

10. Push and pull the child restraint in different

directions to be sure it is secure.

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To remove the infantlchild seat restraint: 1 . Push the button on the safety belt buckle and remove

the special latch plate. Leave the latch plate on the special belt.

4. Remember to reattach the automatic belt again, once the child restraint is removed. Be sure it isn’t twisted.

Larger Children

2. Push the spring on the hook near the door and

remove the special belt.

3. Put the belt away in a safe place in your vehicle, so it

won’t fly around in a crash and injure someone.

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Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide.

Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat. But they need to use the safety belts properly.

Children who aren’t buckled up can be thrown out in a crash.

Children who aren’t buckled up can strike other people who are.

I &!, CAUTION:

Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In a CAUTlON: (Continued)

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What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but fhe child is so small that the shoulder belt is ’very close to the child’s face or neck? A: Move the child toward the center of the vehicle, but be

sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child’s shoulder, so that in a crash the child’s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide. If the child is so small that the shoulder belt is still very close to the child’s face or the child in the center seat neck, you might want to place See “Rear position, the one that has only a lap belt. Safety Cornfort Guides” in the Index.

Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, anchorages and reminder systems are working properly. Look for any loose parts or damage. If you see anything that might keep a restraint system from doing its job, have it repaired.

Wherever the child sits, the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the child’s thighs. This applies belt force to the child’s pelvic bones in a crash. Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. The automatic lap-shoulder belt has plenty of extra length built in, so it will fasten around almost all people. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender. It’s free. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you. The extender will be just for you, and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose. Don’t let someone else use it, and use it only for the seat it is made to fit. To wear it, just attach it to the regular safety belt.

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@’ What’s wrong with this?

Replacing Safety Belts After a Crash If you’ve had a crash, do you need new belts? After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they would be if worn during a more severe crash, then you need new belts. If belts are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision damage also may mean you will need to have safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced. New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt wasn’t being used at the time of the collision.

A: The belt is torn. Torn or frayed belts may not protect you in a crash. They can rip apart under impact forces. If a belt is torn or frayed, get a new one right away.

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Part 2 Features and Controls

Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Buick. and information on starting. shifting and braking . Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly .. and what to do if you have a problem . Part 2 includes:

Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 DoorLocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 NewVehicleBreak-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 StartingtheEngine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 ShiftingtheTransaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 TiltSteeringWheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Turn Signal/Headlight Beam Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Headlight High-Low Beam Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Windshield Wipermasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 98 CruiseControl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Instrumentpanel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 111 112

Speedometer and Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Keys

The ignition keys are for the ignition only.

The door keys are for the doors and all other locks.

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Door Locks

I A CAUTION:

When a new Regal is delivered, the dealer removes the plugs from the door keys, and gives them to the first owner. Each plug has a code on it that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra door keys. Keep the plugs in a safe place. If you lose your door keys, you’ll be able to have new ones made easily using these plugs. The ignition keys don’t have plugs. If you need a new ignition key, contact your Buick dealer who can obtain the correct key code, or in an emergency, contact Buick Roadside Assistance at 1-800-252- 1 1 12.

NOTICE: Your Buick has a number of new features that can help prevent theft. But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keys inside. You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in. So be sure you have extra keys.

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There '&-+e setreral ways to lock and unlock your vehicle: From the outside: Use your

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From the inside: To lock the door, move the lock control down. To unlock the door, move the lock control up.

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Power Door Locks

Push the power door lock switch to lock or unlock all the doors at once.

marked Lock Control located in the component center. See “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index. Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle, take your keys, open your door and set the locks from inside. Then get out and close the door. Remote Trunk Release (Option)

Automatic Door Locks Just close your doors and turn on the ignition. All of your doors will lock when you move your shift lever out of “P” (Park) or “N” (Neutral). If someone needs to get out while the vehicle is running, have that person use the manual or power lock. When the door is closed again, it will lock automatically as long as the shift lever is out of “P” (Park) or “N” (Neutral). All doors will unlock automatically when the ignition is turned off. If you don’t want the doors to unlock automatically when you turn the ignition off, you can remove the fuse

The remote trunk release button is in the glovebox. It works only when the transaxle is in Park. If you have the Remote Keyless Entry System Option, it will also unlock your trunk.

A CAUTION:

It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell

CAUTION: (Continued)

Remote Keyless Entry System (Option)

If your Buick has this option, you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the key chain transmitter supplied with y0u.r vehicle.

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Your Remote Keyless Entry System operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Should interference to this system occur, try this:

Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary. See the instructions on battery replacement. Check the distance. You may be too far from your vehicle. This product has a maximum range.

0 Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be

blocking the signal.

0 See your Buick dealer or a qualified technician for

service.

Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment.

Operation The driver’s door will unlock automatically when UNLOCK is pressed. If UNLOCK is pressed twice quick1y;all doors will unlock. The interior lights will also come on for approximately 16 seconds or until the ignition is turned on. All doors will lock when DOOR is pressed. If you first press UNLOCK and then press DOOR within 16 seconds, the interior lights will go off. The trunk will unlock when the opened trunk symbol is pressed, but only when the transaxle is in PARK. Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle Each key chain transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring the remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer. When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle, the remaining transmitters must also be matched. Once the new transmitter is coded, the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle.

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You can match a transmitter to as many different vehicles as you own, provided they are equipped with exactly the same model svstem. (General Motors offers several different models of these systems on their vehicles.) Each vehicle can have only two transmitters matched to it. See your dealer to match transmitters to another vehicle. Battery Replacement Under normal use, the batteries in your key chain transmitter should last about two years. You can tell the batteries are weak if the transmitter won’t work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it’s probably time to change the batteries.

To replace the batteries:

For battery replacement, use two Duracell@ batteries, type DL-20 16, or a similar type.

1. If your transmitter has a screw, remove the screw from the back cover. If there is no screw, carefully pry off the cover by inserting a dime (or similar object) in the slot between the covers and twist.

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2. Lift off the front cover, bottom half first. 3. Remove and replace the batteries. Put them in as the

direction under the batteries indicate.

4. Replace the front cover. Make sure the cover is on tightly, so water won’t get in. Replace the screw in the back cover, if there is one. If there is no screw, snap the covers together.

5. Check the operation of the transmitter. Theft Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your Buick has a number of theft deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help. Key in the Ignition If you walk away from your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves -- so don’t do it. When you park your Buick and open the driver’s door, you’ll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you. Always do this. Your steering wheel will be locked, and so will your ignition and transaxle. And remember to lock the doors.

Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight. Put them in a storage area, or take them with you. Parking Lots If you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle, it’s best to lock it up and take your keys. But what if you have to leave your ignition key? What if you have to leave something valuable in your vehicle? Put your valuables in a storage area, like your trunk or glove box. Lock the glove box. Lock all the doors except the driver’s.

0 Then take the door key with you.

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PASS-Key@II

Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS-Key@II (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft deterrent system. PASS-Key(% is a passive theft deterrFnt system. This means you don’t have to do anything different to arm or disarm the system.

It works when you insert or remove the key from the ignition. PASS-Key% uses a resistor pellet in the ignition key that matches a decoder in your vehicle. When the PASS-Key% system senses that someone is using the wrong key, it shuts down the vehicle’s starter and fuel systems. For about three minutes, the starter won’t work and fuel won’t go to the engine. If someone tries to start your vehicle again or uses another key during this time, the vehicle will not start. This discourages someone from randomly trying different

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keys with different resistor pellets in an attempt to make a match. The ignition key must be clean and dry before it’s inserted in the ignition or the engine may not start. If the engine does not start, the key may be dirty or wet. Turn the ignition off. Clean and dry the key. Wait about three minutes and try again. If the starter still won’t work, and the key appears to be clean and dry, wait about three minutes and try the other ignition key. At this time, you may also want to check the fuse (see “Fuses and Circuit Breakers’’ in the Index). If the starter won’t work with the other key, your vehicle needs service. If your vehicle does start, the first ignition key may be faulty. See your Buick dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key@II. If you accidentally use a key that has a damaged or missing resistor pellet, the starter won’t work. But you don’t have to wait three minutes before trying one of the other ignition keys. See your Buick dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key(% If you lose or damage a PASS-Key% your Buick dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key@II to have a new key made.

to have a new key made.

ignition key, see

New Vehicle “Break-InSS

Ignition Key Positions

NOTICE: Your modern Buick doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines:

Don’t drive at any one speed -- fast or slow -- for the first 500 miles (804 km). Don’t

make full-throttle starts. Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles (322 km) or so. During this time your new brake linings aren’t yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this “breaking-in” guideline every time you get new brake linings.

Your key with the black plastic head operates your ignition lock.

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(C) Off: This position lets you turn off the engine but stili turn the steering wheel. It doesn’t lock the steering wheel like “Lock.” Use “Off’ if you must have your car in motion while the engine is off (example, if your car is being pushed). (D) Run: This is the position for driving. (E) Start: This position starts your engine.

I NOTICE:

If your key seems stuck in “Lock” and you can’t turn’it, be sure it is all the way in. If it is, then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard. But turn the key only with your hand. Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch. If none of this works, then your vehicle needs service.

Starting Your Engine Engines start differently. The 8th digit of your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) shows the code letter or number for your engine. You will find the VIN at the top left of your instrument panel. (See “Vehicle Identification Number’’ in the Index.) Follow the proper steps to start the engine.

With the ignition key in the ignition switch, you can turn the switch to five different positions. (A) Accessory: This position lets you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off. To use, push in the key and turn it toward you. Your steering wheel will remain locked, just as it was before you inserted the key. (B) Lock: Before you put the key in, your ignition will be in the Lock position. This position locks your ignition, steering wheel and transaxle. It’s an theft deterrent feature.

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Move your shift lever to “P” (Park) or “N” (Neutral). Your engine won’t start in any other position -- that’s a safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving, use “N” (Neutral) only.

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NOTICE: Don’t try to shift to “P” (Park) if your Buick is moving. If you do, you could damage the transaxle. Shift to “P” (Park) only when your vehicle is stopped.

To start your 3.1 Liter engine: 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your

ignition key to “Start.” When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm.

NOTICE: Holding your key in “Start” for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor.

2. If your engine won’t start (or starts but then stops), it

could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in “Start” for about three seconds. If the car starts briefly but then stops again, do the same thing, but this time keep the pedal down for five or six seconds. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine.

NOTICE: Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the fuel injection system operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer. If you don’t, your engine might not perform properly. If you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see the part of this manual that tells how to do it without damaging your vehicle. See “Towing Your Car” in the Index.

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Engine Coolant Heater (Engine Block Heater) (Canada Only) In very cold weather, 0 "F (- 18 "C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You'll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle. To use the coolant heater: 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt outlet.

I NOTICE:

After you've used the coolant heater, be sure to store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts. If you don't, it could be damaged.

How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on the weather, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact a Buick dealer in the area where you'll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area.

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Automatic Transaxle

There are several different positions for your shift lever. 0 P (Park)

This lacks your front wheels. It's the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can't move easily.

0 R (Reverse)

Use this gear to back up.

NOTICE: Shifting to "R" (Reverse) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle. Shift to "R" only after your vehicle is stopped.

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To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice or sand without damaging your transaxle, see “If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow” in the Index.

N (Neutral) In this position, your engine doesn’t connect with the wheels. To restart when you’re already moving, use “N” (Neutral) only.

I 6% CAUTION:

NOTICE: Damage to your transaxle caused by shifting out of “P” (Park) or “N” (Neutral) with the engine racing isn’t covered by your warranty.

0 @ Automatic Overdrive

This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: - Going less than about 35 mph (56 km/h), push

your accelerator pedal about halfway down.

- Going about 35 mph (56 km/h) or more, push the

accelerator all the way down. You’ll shift down to the next gear and have more power.

3 (Third Gear) This is like @, but you never go into Overdrive. Here are some times you might choose “3” instead of @: - When driving on hilly, winding roads - When towing a trailer, so there is less shifting

between gears

- When going down a steep hill

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2 (Second Gear) This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy. You can use “2” on hills. It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on.

NOTICE: Don’t drive in “2” (Second Gear) for more than 5 miles (8 km), or at speeds over 55 mph (88 km/h), or you can damage your transaxle. Use ‘@” or “3” as much as possible. Don’t shift into “2” unless you are going slower than 65 mph (105 km/h), or you can damage your engine.

0 1 (First Gear)

This position gives you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than “2.” You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the selector lever is put in “1,” the transaxle won’t shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough.

NOTICE: If your front wheels can’t rotate, don’t try to drive. This might happen if you were stuck in very deep sand or mud or were up against a solid object. You could damage your transaxle. Also, if you stop when going uphill, don’t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal. This could overheat and damage the transaxle. Use your brakes or shift into “P” Park to hold your vehicle in position on a hill.

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Parking Brake

To set the parking brake: Hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot. Push down the paiking brake pedal with yourleft foot. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on.

I NOTICE:

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

If you are towing a trailer and are parking on any hill: See “ Towing a Trailer” in the Index. That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving.

The parking brake uses the brakes on the rear wheels. To release the parking brake: This vehicle has a push to release park brake pedal. Hold the regular brake pedal down and push the parking brake pedal with your left foot. This will unlock the pedal. When you lift your left foot, the park brake pedal will follow it to the released position.

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Steering Column Shift Lever 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and

set the parking brake.

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

this:

0 Pull the lever toward you.

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0 Move the lever up as far as it will go.

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

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

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

set the parking brake.

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

0 Hold in the button on the lever, and push the

lever all the way toward the front of your vehicle.

Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running

1 A CAUTION:

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

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

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

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Parking Over Things That Burn

Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transaxle into “P” (Park) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of “ P ’ (Park). This is calied “torque lock.” To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into “P” (Park) properly before you leave the driver’s seat. To find out how, see “Shifting Into ‘P’ (Park)” in the Index. When you are ready to drive, move the shift lever out of “P’ (Park) BEFORE you release the parking brake. If “torque lock” does occur, you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the transaxle, so you can pull the shift lever out of “P’ (Park).

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Engine Exhaust

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

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Power Windows

Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won’t move. See “Shifting Into ‘P’ (Park)” in the Index. If you are parking on a hill and if you’re pulling a trailer, also see “Towing a Trailer” in the Index.

The controls are near each window.

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Your driver’s window has an express-down feature. Quickly press and release the DN side of the switch, the driver’s window will open a small amount. If the DN side of the switch is pressed for more than a few seconds, the window will go all the way down. To stop the window while it is lowering, press the UP side of the switch. To raise the window, press and hold the UP side of the switch. You may also have a lock out switch. Press it to disable the power window switches. This will prevent passengers from opening and closing the windows. The driver can still control all the windows with the switch in the locked position. Press it again to enable the passenger window switches. Horn To sound the horn, press the horn symbol on either side of the steering wheel.

Tilt Wheel

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

The Turn Signal/Headlight Beam Lever

Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator

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

Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator

0 Headlight High-Low Beam & Passing Signal 0 Flash-To-Pass Feature 0 Windshield Wipers 0 Windshield Washer

Cruise Control (Option)

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

Q A green arrow on the

instrument panel will flash in the direction of the ‘turn or lane change.

To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever until the green arrow starts to flash. Hold it there until you complete your lane change. The lever will return by itself when you release it. As you signal a turn or a flash but just stay on, a signal bulb may 6e burned out and other drivers won’t see your turn signal. If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. If the green arrows don’t go on at all when you signal a turn, check the fuse (see “Fuses” in the Index) and for burned-out bulbs.

lane change, if the arrows don’t

Turn Signal ccOn99 Chime A chime will sound if your turn signal is left on after having gone 3/4 mile, to remind you to turn off your signal. Operation of Lights Although your vehicle’s lighting system (headlights, parking lights, fog lamps, side marker lights and taillights) meets all applicable federal lighting requirements, certain states and provinces may apply their own lighting regulations that may require special attention before you operate these lights. For example, some jurisdictions may require that you operate your fog lamps only when your lower beam headlights are also on, or that headlights be turned on whenever you must use your windshield wipers. In addition, most jurisdictions prohibit driving solely with parking lights, especially at dawn or dusk. It is recommended that you check with your own state or provincial highway authority for applicable lighting regulations.

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Headlight High-Low Beam

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

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Flash-To-Pass Feature You may have this feature. It lets you use your high beam headlights to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass. It works even if your headlights are off. To use it, pull. the headlight beam lever toward you a little (but not so far that you hear a click). When you do: If your headlights are off Your high beam headlights will turn on. They’ll stay on as long as you hold the lever there. Release the lever to turn them off.

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You control the windshield wipers by turning the band marked ‘‘WIPER’.

For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to “MIST.” Hold it there until the wipers start, then let go. The wipers will stop after one cycle. If you want more cycles, hold the band on “MIST” longer. You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes. This can be very useful in light rain or snow. Turn the band to choose the delay time. The closer to “LO,” the shorter the delay. For steady wiping at low speed, turn the band away from you to the “LO” position. For high speed wiping, turn the band further, to “HI.” To stop the wipers, move the band to “OFF.” Remember that damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely. To avoid damage, be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. If they‘re frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. If your blades do become damaged, get new blades or blade inserts. Heavy snow or ice can overload your wiper motor. A circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools. Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload.

Windshield Washer At the top of the turn signal/headlight beam lever there’s a paddle with the word “PUSH” on it. To spray washer fluid on the windshield, push the paddle. Unless they are already turned on, the wipers will operate at low speed for several sweeps, then turn off. Driving without washer fluid can be dangerous. A bad mud splash can block your vision. You could hit another vehicle or go off the road. Check your washer fluid level often.

A CAUTION:

In freezing weather, don’t use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision.

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Cruise Control (Option)

When you apply your brakes, the Cruise Control shuts off.

NOTICE:

When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water.

0 Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer

fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. Also, water doesn’t clean as well as washer fluid. Fill your washer fluid tank only 314 full when it’s very cold. This allows for expansion, which could damage the tank if it is completely full. Don’t use radiator antifreeze in your windshield washer. It can damage your washer system and paint.

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To Set Cruise Control

1. Move the Cruise

Control switch to “ON.”

2. Get up to the speed you want.

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3. Push in the set button at the end of the lever and release it. (The “CRUISE” light on the instrument panel will come on.)

Once you’re going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can move the Cruise Control switch from “ON’ to “Resume/Accelerate” for about half a second. You’ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there.

4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. To Resume a Set Speed Suppose you set your Cruise Control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off the Cruise Control. But you don’t need to reset it.

Remember, if you hold the switch at “Resume/Accelerate” longer than half a second, the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the switch or apply the brake. You could be startled and even lose control. So unless you want to go faster, don’t hold the switch at “Resume/Accelerate.” To Increase Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed. Here’s the first: 1. Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed.

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the end of the lever, then release the button and the accelerator pedal. You’ll now cruise at the higher speed.

2. To increase your speed in very small amounts, move the switch to “Resume/Accelerate7’ for less than half a second and then release it. Each time you do this, your vehicle will go about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) faster. The accelerate feature will only work after you have set the Cruise Control speed by pushing the SET button. To Reduce Speed While Using Cruise Control

Here’s the second way to go to a higher speed:

1. Push in the button at the

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

want, and then release the switch.

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

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

Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow down to the Cruise Control speed you set earlier. Using Cruise Control on Hills

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

1. Step lightly on the brake

pedal, OR

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To Erase Speed Memory When you turn off the Cruise Control or the ignition, or shift into “P” (Park) or “N” (Neutral) your Cruise Control set speed memory is erased. Lights The light controls are on the instrument panel. It controls these light systems:

Headlight “On” Warning If the light switch is left on you’ll hear a warning tone when you turn off the ignition and open the driver’s door. Fog Lights (GS Only Option)

Headlights Taillights Parking Lights License Lights Sidemarker Lights Instrument Panel Lights Interior Courtesy Lights

If you have the fog light feature, the control is on the instrument panel. The parking lights must be ON for the fog lights to work. The fog lights will turn off when you change to high beam headlights. When you return to low beam headlights the fog lights will turn on again.

Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only) The Canadian Federal Government has decided that “Daytime Running Lights” (DRL) are a useful feature, in that DRL can make your vehicle more visible to pedestrians and other drivers during daylight hours. DRL are required on new vehicles sold in Canada.

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Front Seat Reading Lights (Option)

The front seat reading lights are turned on by pressing the switches.

Your DRL work with a light sensor on top of the instrument panel. Don’t cover it up. The low beam headlights will come on at reduced brightness in daylight when: 0 The ignition is on, 0 The headlight switch is off, and 0 The parking brake is released. At dusk, the exterior lights will come on automatically and the low beams will change to full brightness. At dawn, the exterior lights will go out and the low beams will change to the reduced brightness of DRL (if the headlight switch is off). Of course, you may still turp on the headlights any time you need to. To idle your vehicle with the DRL off, set the parking brake while the ignition is in the “Off” or “Lock” position. Then start the vehicle. The DRL will stay off until you release the parking brake.

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Illuminated Entry Your courtesy lights will come on and stay on for a predetermined time whenever you:

Open any door Press the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (if equipped) Press the the power door UNLOCK switch.

If you open a door, the lights will stay on while it’s open and then turn off automatically about 16 seconds after you close it. They’ll shut off right away when you do any of these things:

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Turn the ignition key to Run or Start Press the Power Door Lock switch Press the DOOR button on the Remote Keyless Entry (if equipped).

If you don’t open a door after pressing the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry or the power door UNLOCK switch, the lights will turn off automatically after about 16 seconds, or when you do any of the things mentioned. When the ignition is on, pressing the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry or the power door UNLOCK switch won’t activate the Illuminated Entry.

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The reading lights on the inside rearview mirror are turned on by pressing the switch. Courtesy Lights When any door is opened, several lights turn on. They make it easy for you to enter and leave the car. The courtesy lights go off when the doors are closed. The interior courtesy lights can also be turned on by moving the light switch to INT. You can also change the brightness of the instrument panel lights by moving the switch between OFF and DIM.

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

Outside Mirrors Standard

To adjust your left outside mirror move the control located on the driver’s door. Adjust each mirror so you can just see the side of your car and the area behind your car.

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Optional

If your Buick has an electric mirror control, you’ll find it on the driver’s door.

Convex Outside Mirror Your right side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat.

Move the switch to choose the right or left mirror. Press any of the four arrows to move the mirror in the desired direction. Adjust each mirror so you can just see the side of your car and the area behind your car.

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Astroroof (Option) To open the astroroof, press the switch located on the roof. The ignition switch must be in the “RUN” position for the astroroof t.o operate. The sunshade can be opened by grasping the handle and sliding it to the rear. It will open automatically when the astroroof is open completely. It must be closed manually. To open the astroroof to an angled venting position, press and hold the forward portion of the switch until it stops. To close it, press and hold the rear portion of the switch until it stops. To open the astroroof completely, press and hold the rear portion of the switch. To close the it, press and hold the front portion of the switch until it stops. The astroroof cannot be operated manually if your car has an electrical power failure.

Convenience Net

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

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Ashtrays

The front center ashtray can be removed for cleaning.

To remove the rear ashtray for cleaning, press down on the snuffer as you pull the ashtray down and out.

This ashtray can be removed for cleaning by lifting it out of the armrest.

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I NOTICE:

Don't put papers or other flammable things into your ashtrays. Hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them, causing a damaging fire.

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

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

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Storage Armrest (Option)

The armrest between the front seats opens into a storage area. To open it, press the lever at the front edge and lift the cover. To use the cupholder which is stored inside, pull it up and rotate it forward. You may have an adjustable cup holder. Console (Option) A storage area is under the center armrest, and in front of the shift lever.

Luggage Carrier (Option) If you have the optional luggage carrier, you can load things on the deck lid of your vehicle. The luggage carrier has slats attached to the deck lid, a rear rail, and tiedowns.

The Instrument Panel: Your Information System

NOTICE: Loading cargo that weighs more than 50 Ibs (23 kg) on the luggage carrier may damage your vehicle. When you carry large things, never let them hang over the rear or the sides of your vehicle. Load your cargo so that it rests on the slats and does not scratch or damage the vehicle. Put the cargo against the rear rail and fasten it securely to the luggage carrier.

Don’t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your Buick. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see “Loading Your Vehicle” in the Index. To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you’re driving, check now and then to make sure the luggage carrier and cargo are still securely fastened.

Your instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your car is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, how much fuel you’re using, and many other things you’ll need to now to drive safely and economically. Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the U.S.) or kilometers (used in Canada).

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Your Buick has a “tamper-resistant odometer.” If you can see very noticeable bright silver lines between the numbers, probably someone has tried to turn it back. The numbers may not be true. You may wonder what happens if a car has to have a new odometer installed. If possible, the new one has to be set to the same reading as the old one. If it can’t be, then it’s set at zero, and a label on the driver’s door must show the old reading and when the new one was installed. Trip Odometer

A trip odometer can tell you how many miles you have driven since you last set it back to zero. To reset it, push the button.

Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This section describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury. Warning lights go on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. As you will see in the details on the next few pages, some warning lights come on briefly when you turn the ignition key just to let you know they’re working. If you are familiar with this section, you should not be alarmed when this happens. Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there’s a problem with your vehicle.

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When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving, or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem, check the section that tells you what to do about it. Please follow the manual’s advice. Waiting to do repairs can be costly -- and even dangerous. So please get to know your warning lights and gages. They’re a big help. Fuel Gage

Your fuel gage shows about how much fuel is in your tank. It works only when the engine is on. When the indicator nears “E,” you still have a little fuel left.

Here are some concerns owners have had about the fuel gage. All these situations are normal and indicate nothing wrong with the fuel gage.

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

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When your fuel gage reads in the red band, this light will go on. You should get more fuel as soon as you can.

* LOW FUEL

Brake System Warning Light

Your Buick’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn’t working, the other part can still work and stop you..For good braking, though, you need both parts working well.

BRAKE

If the warning light comes on, there could be a brake problem. Have your brake system inspected right away. If it This light should come on as you start the vehicle. doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem. If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the floor.

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It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, or if the anti-lock brake system warning light is flashing, have the vehicle towed for service. (See “Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light” and “Towing Your Car” in the Index.)

Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light

ANTI-LOCK

The brake system warning light will also come on when you set your parking brake, and it will stay on if your parking brake doesn’t release fully. If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released, it means you have a brake problem.

With anti-lock, this light will come on when you start your engine and it will stay on for three seconds. That’s normal. If the light doesn’t come on, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. If the light flashes when you’re driving, you don’t have anti-lock brakes and there’s a problem with your regular brakes. Pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or, the pedal may

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go closer to the floor. It may take longer to stop. Have the vehicle towed for service. (See “Towing Your Car” in the Index.)

Engine Coolant Temperature Gage

This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into the red area, your engine is too hot!

If the anti-lock brake system warning light stays on longer than normal after you’ve started your engine, turn the ignition off. Or, if the light comes on and stays on when you’re driving, stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off. Then start the engine again to reset the system. If the light still stays on, or comes on again while you’re driving, your Buick needs service. If the light is on but not flashing and the regular brake system warning light isn’t on, you still have brakes, but you don’t have anti-lock brakes.

It means that your engine coolant has overheated. If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible. The chapter “Problems on the Road,” this manual explains what to do. See “Engine Overheating” in the Index.

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Engine Oil Pressure Gage

1 You can read your engine

oil pressure directly from the gage on your instrument panel.

LOW Coolant Warning Light

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

LOW

COOLANT

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

If the gage reads in the red band and stays there, it means oil isn’t going through your engine properly. You

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could be low on oil, or you might have some other oil problem. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as you can.

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

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Low Oil Warning Light

Your vehicle is equipped with an oil level monitoring system. When the ignition key is turned on, the light will flash briefly.

LOW OIL

If the light stays on, stop the vehicle on a level surface and turn off the engine. Check the oil level using the engine oil dipstick. See “Engine Oil” in the Index. If the light does not flash, have the low oil level sensor system repaired so it will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem. Note: The oil level monitoring system only checks oil level during the brief period between key on and engine crank. It does not monitor engine oil level when the engine is running. Additionally, an oil level check is only performed if the engine has been turned off for a considerable period of time allowing the oil normally in circulation to drain back into the oil pan.

Volts Gage

Check Gages Light

The “Volts” gage shows voltage in the electrical system. The normal range is 11 to 15 volts. If the gage reading stays in either red range, have your Buick dealer check the electrical system.

CHECK GAGES

GAGES” that there is

The “CHECK light indicates an engine or electrical problem. If the “TEMP,” “OIL” or “VOLTS” gages read properly, there may still be an electrical problem which should be checked by your Buick dealer.

I VOLTS

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Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light)

rachometer

SERVICE ENGINE SOON

A computer monitors operation of your fuel, ignition and emission systems. This light should come on when the ignition is on and the engine is not running, as a check to show you it is working.

If the light does not come on at all, have it fixed right away. If it says on, or comes on while you are driving, the computer is indicating that you have a problem. You should take your vehicle in for service soon.

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

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The tachometer tells you how fast the engine is running . It shows speed in revolutions per minute (RPM). Do not operate your engine in the red line range. If you do you can cause severe engine damage.

Part 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems

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

Comfort Control System

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122 124 123 125 124 125 126 Understanding Radio Reception Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128.132 127. 131 RadioControls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tape Player Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128. 132 CD Player Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 125 Care 01’ Cassette Tape Player and Tapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Care of Compact Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 . . . . . . . . 136 Antenna Care

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Your Buick Comfort Control System

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

Fresh air from outside your vehicle flows through your Buick when the car is moving. When the vehicle is not moving, you can get outside air to flow through by selecting any air choice (except the rear window defogger) and the HI fan speed.

Fan Control The fan control is used to select the blower speed.

Temperature Control Move the TEMP slide control to change the temperature of the air coming

through your air outlets.

conditioner’s compressor will have to do, which should help fuel economy. Max

This provides maximum cooling with the least amount of work. This setting recirculates much of the air inside your vehicle so it maximizes your air conditioner’s performance and fuel economy.

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

Bi-Lv (Bi-Level) This setting is designed for use on sunny days where the air is only moderately warm or cool. On days like these, the sun may adequately warm your upper body, but your lower body may not be warm enough. The Bi-level setting directs outside air into your vehicle in two ways. Cool air is directed toward your upper body through the front instrument panel outlets, while slightly warmed air is directed through the heater outlet at your feet.

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If you have the optional dual control air conditioner you have a second temperature lever. The top lever control the temperature for the driver. The lower lever controls the temperature for the front seat passenger. Both use the same mode and fan speed.

Air Conditioning The air conditioning has three settings. On very hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape. This reduces the amount of work your air

Defrost

When fog or ice is on the windshield, this setting directs the maximum air flow toward the windshield.

Operate the system in another setting for 30 seconds before pushing this button. This will take moist air out of the system to avoid fogging of the windshield. When it's 50" (10" C) or warmer the system will provide cooled air.

Off When the system is off, the ventilation system will allow air to flow through your Buick when the vehicle is moving.

The air conditioner compressor operates in all Air Conditioning positions, and the Defrost position when the outside temperature is above 40°F (4.5"C). Ventilation For mild outside temperatures, when little heating or cooling is needed, press the VENT button. Air will flow through the instrument panel outlets. Use the air outlets to turn on, adjust and turn off the air flow. Adjust the TEMP lever to control the temperature.

Heating When outside temperatures are cold, press the button marked HTR and slide the TEMP lever toward HOT to send heated air through the floor outlets.

Defog When your windshield is foggy, press the DEFOG button to direct most of the air flow toward the windshield. When it's 50°F (IOOC) or warmer, the system will provide cooled air.

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Rear Window Defogger (Option)

The lines you see on the rear window warm the glass. Press the button to start warming your window. After 10 minutes, it will go off by itself or pressing the button again during the heating cycle will shut it off. If you need additional warming time, push the button again, the defogger will go off after 5 minutes.

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

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

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AM Stereo This means the Delco@ system can receive C-QUAM@ stereo broadcasts. Many AM stations around the country use C-QUAM@ to produce stereo, though some do not. (C-QUAM@ is a registered trademark of Motorola, Inc.) If your Delco@ system can get C-QUAM@, your “STEREO” light will come on when you’re receiving it. Be aware that hearing damage.from loud noise is almost undetectable until it is too late. Your hearing can adapt to higher volumes of sound. Sound that seems normal can be loud and harmful to your hearing. Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it. To help avoid hearing loss or damage:

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

NOTICE: vehicle -- like a tape player, CB radio, mobile Before you add any sound equipment to your telephone or two-way radio -- be sure you can

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

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To Play This Radio On-Off Press the OFF-VOL knob to turn the radio on and off. (The radio also goes on/off with the ignition).

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

I'une Rotate the tune knob to tune in radio stations. The tune knob increases and decreases station frequency when it is held slightly rotated against the spring load. Fade The fade control moves the sound between the front and rear speakers. Balance The BAL control behind the fade control allows you IO balance the sound between the right and left speakers. AMIFM Press the AM/FM button to get AM or FM. Seek Press the SEEK button to go to the next higher station and stay there. Push it again and it will find the next higher station.

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Scan Press the SCAN button to hear each station for a few seconds. Push it again to stop scanning, Pushbuttons The five pushbuttons let you return to favorite stations. To set the pushbuttons for up to ten stations (5 AM and 5 FM). 0 Tune in the desired station.

Press SET. Within 5 seconds, push one of the pushbuttons. Whenever you push that button again, the preset station will return. Repeat these steps for each pushbutton.

Clock To set the clock,

Press SET. SET must be lit in VF displa adjusting the clock. Within 5 seconds, push and hold the SCAN button until the correct minute appears.

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0 Push and hold the SEEK button until the correct

hour appears.

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Bass Press the (BAS +) side of the button to increase bass tones and press the (BAS -) side of the button to decrease bass tones. Press the center of the control for the preset bass setting.

Treble Press the (TRB +) side of the button to increase treble tones and press the (TRB -) side of the button to decrease treble tones. Press the center of the control for the preset treble setting.

To Play A Cassette Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player.

With the radio on, press a tape into the slot marked AUTO REVERSE (tape side goes in first). Once the tape is playing, use the volume, balance and fade just as you did for the radio. The arrows indicate which side of the tape is being played.

Program To go from one side of the tape to the other, press the PROG button.

Forward To advance the tape, press FWD and the tape will rapidly go forward until you press the REV button lightly.

Reverse To reverse the tape, press REV and the tape will rapidly go backward until you press the FWD button lightly. Eject To remove the tape and switch to the radio, press EJCT button.

To Play A Compact Disc Use full -size compact discs. DO NOT use mini-discs that are called singles. They won’t eject. To turn the system on, the radio power must be on. Insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in. The word CD IN will appear in the graphic display. Wait a few seconds and the disc should Play- If the disc comes back out. check whether: 0 The disc is upside down. 0 It is dirty, scratched, or wet. 0 There’s too much moisture in the air. (If there is,

wait about one hour and try again.)

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Recall Press RCL to see what track is playing. Press it again within 5 seconds to see how long the CD has been playing that track. The track number also appears when you change the volume or when a new track starts to play. Next Press NEXT to hear the next track now (instead of waiting until the present track is finished.) If you hold this button, or press it more than once, the disc will advance further. Previous If you press and hold the PREV button, or press it more than once, the disc will return to previous tracks. Scan Press SCAN to hear the first ten seconds of each track. Press it again to stop scanning.

stop By pressing STOP, the compact disc will stop playing and the radio will play.

Play . Pressing PLAY will cause the radio to stop and the compact disc will play, if there is one inserted. Compression Pressing the COMP'button makes soft and loud passages more equal in volume.

Eject By pressing EJECT, the disc will eject and the radio will play. The disc will start at track one when you reinsert it. Press the OFF-VOL knob or turn the ignition key off to stop the disc player. The disc stays in the player and will resume playing at the point where it stopped.

Tune The tune knob increases and decreases station frequency when it is held slightly rotated against the spring load.

Fade The fade control fades the sound between your front and rear speakers. It operates like the volume and tune controls.

Balance The control behind the fade control allows you to balance the sound between the right and left speakers. It operates like the fade control. AMIFM Press the AMEM button to select either AM or FM radio band. The band you select will be displayed along with the frequency of the station. If the station is broadcasting in stereo, a STEREO indicator will also be displayed.

Seek Press the SEEK button to search for the next station up the AM or FM radio band. Press it again to go to the next higher station.

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To Play This Radio On-Off Press Off-Vol knob to turn the radio on or off when the ignition is on.

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

Scan Press the SCAN button to hear each station for a few seconds. Push it again to stop scanning.

Pushbuttons The five buttons can be used to preset ten radio stations ( 5 AM and 5 FM stations.) 0 Tune in the desired station. 0 Press SET. (The SET indicator will appear on the

screen for five seconds.) While the SET indicator is displayed, press one of the five buttons. Whenever you press that button again, the preset station will return. Repeat these steps for each of 5 AM and 5 FM stations.

Loud Press LD to increase the bass response.

Mute Pressing Mute allows you to silence the radio or tape player; press again to listen. During mute, only volume up works.

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Clock With the ignition on and the radio off, press SET. The set indicator will appear on the display for five seconds. 0 During that five seconds, press SCAN to set the

minute.

0 Press SET again. Within 5 seconds, press SEEK to

set the hour.

To Play A Cassette Player To turn the system on, the radio power must be on. The radio will play until a cassette is pushed into the cassette entry door (the tape side goes in first). Do not use tapes that are longer than 92 minutes (46 minutes on each side.) Once the tape is playing, use the volume, balance, and fade controls just like you did for radio.

Equalizer The EQUALIZER enables you to adjust five separate sound frequencies to your individual taste. Slide an EQUALIZER control up to emphasize a frequency, down to de-emphasize it. It’s best to begin with all the controls in the middle position, then adjust each control as you like.

Forward Press FWD to advance the tape rapidly. Press again to play the tape. (The radio plays while a tape is advancing.)

Reverse Press REV to reverse the tape rapidly. Press again to play the tape. (The radio plays while a tape is rewinding.)

Seek To search for the next selection on the tape, press SEEK then press either FWD or REV. For the SEEK to stop, there must be at least a 4-second gap between selections on the tape.

Program Press PROG to change the side of the tape being played. When the A is lit, the selections listed on the top side of the tape are played. When the is lit, selections listed on the bottom side of the tape are played. When the end of a tape is reached, the other side will then play.

Press 00 to remove unwanted noise on tapes. Cr02 When playing high bias chrome or metal tapes, press Cr02. This button sets tape bias. When playing standard tapes, press again.

Eject Press EJCT to eject the cassette tape from the tape player.

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Steering Wheel Controls

Power Press PWR to turn the radio on or off.

Band Press this to choose AM or FM. Seek Press v to go to a lower frequency station. Press A to go to a higher frequency station. Program Press PROG A or radio pushbuttons. Press five times to hear them all.

to hear the stations preset on your

If your car has this feature, you can also control certain functions at the steering wheel. Volume To increase or decrease the volume, press VOL A or v.

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Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time. Always make sure that the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced.

Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes, or a damaged mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight, and extreme heat. If they aren't, they may not operate properly or cause failure of the tape player. Your tape player should be cleaned regularly each month or after every 15 hours of use. If you notice a reduction in sound quality, try a known good cassette to see if the tape or the tape player is at fault. If this other cassette has no improvement in sound quality, clean the tape player. Clean your tape player with a wiping-action, non-abrasive cleaning cassette, and follow the directions provided with it.

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Power Antenna Mast Care Your power antenna will look its best and work well if it’s cleaned from time to time. To Clean the Antenna Mast: 1. Turn on the ignition and radio to raise the antenna to

full mast extension.

2. Dampen a clean cloth with mineral spirits or

equivalent solvent.

3. Wipe cloth over the

mast sections, removing any dirt.

Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully. Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust. If the surface of a disc is soiled, dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent solution and clean it, wiping from the center to the edge. Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling discs. Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge. Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged. If the mast should ever become slightly bent, you can straighten it out by hand. If the mast is badly bent, as it might be by vandals, you should replace it. Check every once in a while to be sure the mast is still tightened to the fender. If necessary, tighten the antenna with your hand until snug and then use a wrench to tighten it another 1/4 of a turn.

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4. Wipe dry with clean cloth before retracting. 5 . Make the antenna go up and down by turning the

radio or ignition on and off.

6. Then repeat if necessary.

1 NOTICE:

Don’t lubricate the power antenna. Lubrication could damage it.

NOTICE: Before entering an automatic car wash, turn off your radio to make the power antenna go down. This will prevent the mast from possibly getting damaged. If the antenna does not go down when you turn the radio off, it may be damaged or need to be cleaned. In either case, lower the antenna by hand by carefully pressing the antenna down.

If the mast portion of your antenna is damaged, you can easily replace it. See your dealer for a replacement kit and follow the instructions in the kit.

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Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds ot roads and in varying weather conditions . We’ve also included many other useful tips on driving . Part 4 includes:

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Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your Buick: Buckle up. (See “Safety Belts” in the Index.) Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads, or freeways, it means “always expect the unexpected.”

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Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to be, careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might do. Be ready for their mistakes. Rear-end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents. Yet they are common. Allow enough following distance. It’s the best defensive driving maneuver, in both city and rural driving. You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly. Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol takes away three things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: 0 Judgment 0 Muscular Coordination 0 Vision Police records show that almost half of all motor vehicle-related deaths involve alcohol - a driver, a passenger or someone else, such as a pedestrian, had been drinking. In most cases, these deaths are the result of someone who was drinking and driving. About

20,000 motor vehicle-related deaths occur each year because of alcohol, and thousands of people are injured. Just how much alcohol is too much if a person plans to drive? Ideally, no one should drink alcohol and then drive. But if one does, then what’s “too much”? It can be a lot less than many might think. Although it depends on each person and situation, here is some general information on the problem. The Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) of someone who is