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console door and any folding seat hardware. 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

Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI) Check

L CAUIION:

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

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

around the vehicle.

2. Firmly apply both the parking brake (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.

A CAUTUN:

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.

2.

3.

Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface. 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. 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).

0 The key should come out only in LOCK. Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK (P) Mechanism Check

1 A C A UTION:

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.

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.

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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 dealer’s service department or other qualij?ed 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 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. Engine Cooling System Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser. To help ensure proper operation, a pressure test of the cooling system and pressure cap is recommended at least once a year. Throttle System Inspection Inspect the throttle system damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace any components 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. Inspect other brake parts, including 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.

for interference or binding, and for

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

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 1 1 (GM Part No. I2377967 or equivalent DOT-3 Brake Fluid). GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No. 1052884 - 1 pint, 1050017 - 1 quart, or equivalent).

Brake Fluid

Engine Coolant

Hydraulic Brake System

Power Steering System

USAGE Automatic Transaxle Key Lock Cylinders

Supercharger

Windshield Washer Solvent

Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Hood and Door Hinges

Weatherstrip Conditioning;

FLUIDLUBRICANT DEXRON@-I11 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Multi-Pu ose Lubricant, Superlube % (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent). Supercharger Oil (GM Part No. 12345982). See “Supercharger Oil” in the Index. 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.

Multi-Pu ose Lubricant, Superlube T$ (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent). Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579 or equivalent).

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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

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Maintenance Record

DATE

ODOMETER READING

SERVICED BY

MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

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Maintenance Record

MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

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Maintenance Record

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Maintenance Record

SERVICED BY

MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

I ODOMETER I

DATE

READING

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Maintenance Record

DATE

ODOMETER READING

SERVICED BY

MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

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Maintenance Record

DATE

ODOMETER READING

SERVICED BY

MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

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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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8 -5 8-5 8-6 8-7

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

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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)

In the U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800-496-9994

0 In the Dominican Republic: 1-800-75 1-41 35

(English) or 1-800-751-4136 (Spanish) In the Bahamas: 1-800-389-0009 In Bermuda, Barbados, Antigua and the British Virgin Islands: 1-800-534-0122 In all other Caribbean countries: (809) 763- 13 15 In other overseas locations, call GM Overseas Distribution Corporation in Canada at: (905) 644-4112.

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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 km) new car warranty (whichever occurs first).

Our commitment to Buick owners has always included superior service through our network of over 2,800 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. Although Roadside Assistance is not a repair facility, it is a means of assisting customers in an emergency situation. 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- 11 12. 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 and lease customers with:

Reimbursement toward a loaner vehicle, courtesy of Buick Motor Division, up to $30 a day (five days maximum) 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.

0 A free one-way shuttle ride or vehicle pick-up from a

location up to 10 miles (1 6 km) from the dealership is available for those whose vehicle only requires same day warranty repairs.

NOTE: All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by your Buick dealer service management. Courtesy Transportation is Buick’s way of extending the Premium Service you’ve come to expect from Buick and its over 2,800 dealers. Please review the Courtesy Transportation glove box card contained in your vehicle or consult your Buick dealer for details. 8-6

Because of uncertain availability, it is frequently not possible to provide customers with the same model loaner vehicle (including optional equipment) as the vehicle the customer owns or leases and has brought in for warranty repair. If a loaner vehicle is required, please consult your dealership for complete program details and loaner car availability in your area. 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 $30/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. Buick reserves the right to make any changes or discontinue the Courtesy Transportation program at any time without notification.

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. There 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: 1-800-955-5 100

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 1-800-955-5 100 or the Buick Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-521-7300. 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 K 1 G 3 52

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 1-800-52 1-7300, 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, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L l H 8P7

Ordering Service and Owner Publications in Canada Service manuals, 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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1998 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 1998 BUICK

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 1998 GM transmissions, transaxles and transfer cases. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $40.00

SERVICE BULLETINS Service Bulletins give technical service informarlon needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle.

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: $1 0.00 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.

PLEASE COMPLETE THE ORDER FORM SHOWN ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE AND MAIL TO:

Helm, Incorporated P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207

OR ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-782-4356

Monday-Friday 8:OO AM - 6:OO PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only (VISA-Mastercard-Discover)

ORDER TOLL FREE

(NOTE: For Credit Card Holders Only) (Monday-Friday 8:OO AM - 6:OO PM EST)

1-800-782-4356

FAX Orders Only

1-31 3-865-5927

Orders will be mailed within 10 days of receipt. Please allow ade uate time for postal service. If further information is needed, write to the address s gh own below or call 1-800-782-4356. Material cannot information w!thln 30 days of delivery. On returns, a re-stocking fee may be applied against the original order.

be returned for credit without packing slip with return

PUBLICATION FORM

NUMBER

ITEM DESCRIPTION PRlC

VEHICLE MODEL

Service Manual Car & Light Truck Transmission Unit Repair Owner's Manual In Portfolio

Owner's Manual Without Portfolio

I YEAR 1998

1998

TOTAL PRICE

EACH" $90.00

$40.00

NAME

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NOTE: Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or company name, and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should be sent. Mail completed order form to:

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

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

(CUSTOMER'S NAME)

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P.O. BOX NUMBERS)

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CODE

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*(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 $11.50 plus the US. order processing.

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Section 9 Index

Accessory Power Receptacle ..................... 2-52 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle . . . . . . 6-3 Air Bag

How Does it Restrain .......................... 1-23 How it Works ................................ 1-21 Location ............................... 1.21. 1-22 Readiness Light ......................... 1.21. 2.60 Servicing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19 What Makes it Inflate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23 What Will You See After it Inflates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24 When Should it Inflate ......................... 1-23 Aircleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-17 Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.3.3.6. 3.9 Air Conditioning Refrigerants ..................... 6-69 Alarm. Instant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2- 12 Alignment and Balance. Tire ...................... 6-46 Aluminum or Chrome Wheels. Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-54 AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Automatic Tone Control .................... 3-20 AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13 AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tonecontrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Antenna Backglass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FixedMast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Antifreeze . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Anti-Lock

Brake System Active Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.63. 4.9 Brake System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.62. 4.7 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7 Using . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9 Anti-Theft, Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-25 Appearancecare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-51 Appearance Care Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-59 Arbitration Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7 Ashtrays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-50 Astroroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-53 Audio Controls, Steering Wheel Touch Control . . . . . . . 3-28 Audio Equipment, Adding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-29 Audio Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12 Audio Systems, Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-29 Auto-Down Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-33 Automatic Headlamp Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-42 Overdrive (a) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-24, 2-25 Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7 Transaxlecheck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-15 Transaxle Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-20 Transaxle Operation ........................... 2-22 Transaxle PARK (P) Mechanism Check . . . . . . . . . . . 7-17

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Cigarette Lighter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-50 Circuit Breakers and Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-60 Cleaner. Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-17 Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-57 Built-in Child Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-54 Built-in Child Restraint Harness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-54 Fabric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-50 Glass Surfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-54 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-52 Inside of Your Vehicle Instrumentpanel ............................. 6-54 Interior Plastic Components ..................... 6-54 Leather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-53 Outside of Your Vehicle ........................ 6-55 Special Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-53 Stains ...................................... 6-50 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-57 Vinyl ....................................... 6-53 Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-54 Windshield and Wiper Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-55 Cleaning Exterior LampsLenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-56 Clock. Setting the . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12 Comfort Controls ................................ 3-2 Compact Disc Care ............................. 3-3 1 Compact Disc Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-25 Compact Disc Player Care ........................ 3-3 1 Compact Disc Player Errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-24 Compact Spare Tire ............................. 5-37 Console Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-49 Control. Loss of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4- 16 Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6

2-48

Convex Outside Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Coolant

Bleedvalve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-23 RecoveryTank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-19 Coolant Heater. Engine 2-20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-17 Courtesy Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-44 Courtesy Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6 Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-38 CruiseLight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-74 Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-49. 2-50 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Users . . . . . . . . . 8-4 Customer Assistance Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1 Customer Satisfaction Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2

Damage. Finish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-55 Damage. Sheet Metal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-55 Daytime Running Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-42 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dead Battery 5-3 Defects. Reporting Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8 Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 Defogger. Rear Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11 Defogging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.4.3-6. 3-10 Defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.4.3.6. 3.10 Delayed Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-45 Delayed Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-45 Dimensions. Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-66 Dolby@ B Noise Reduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.16.3.19. 3.23 Dome Lamp Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DoorLocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-41 2-4

9-3

Door/Trunk Ajar Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-75 Driver Information Center ........................ 2-76 1 - 1 1 Driver Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Driver Selectable Shifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-26 Driving

City . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-22 Defensive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 Drunken . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 Freeway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-23 InaBlizzard ................................. 4-29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5 In Foreign Countries IntheRain .................................. 4-19 Night . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17 OnCurves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12 On Grades While Towing a Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-39 On Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-25 On Snow or Ice .............................. 4-28 Through Deep Standing Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-21 WetRoads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19 Winter ...................................... 4-27 With a Trailer ................................ 4-38 Drunken Driving ................................ 4-3 Dual Automatic ComforTemp Climate Control . . . . . . . . . 3-7 Dual ComforTemp Climate Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4

Electrical Equipment, Adding . . . . . 2-20. 2-52. 3-29, 6-61 Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-61 Electrochromic Daymight Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . . . 2-47 Engine .................................. 6-10, 6-11 Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-23

Coolant Heater ............................... 2-20 Coolant Level Check .......................... 7-14 Coolant Temperature Gage ..................... 2-67 Coolant Temperature Light ..................... 2-67 Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-31 Identification ................................ 6-60 OilLevelCheck .............................. 7-14 Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15 Running While Parked ......................... 2-32 Specifications ................................ 6-68 Starting Your ................................ 2-19 Engineoil .................................... 6-12 Adding ..................................... 6-14 Additives ................................... 6-16 Checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13 Supercharger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-19 Used . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-17 What Kind to Use ............................. 6-15 Whentochange . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-16 Enhanced Traction System ........................ 4-11 Enhanced Traction System Active Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-66 Enhanced Traction System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . 2-65 Ethanol ........................................ 6-5 Exhaust. Engine ................................ 2-31 Exterior Lamps ................................. 2-41

Fabric Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-50 FillingYourTank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6 Filter, Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-17 Filter. Engine Oil ............................... 6-16

9-4

Filter. Passenger Compartment Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6- 18 Finishcare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-56 Finish Damage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-58 First Gear. Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Flashers. Hazard Warning Flat Tire. Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-26 Fluids and Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-19 Foreign Countries. Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5 .. FrenchLanguageManual 11 Front Parking and Turn Signal Lamp Bulb Replacement 6-37 FrontTowing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3 6-4, 6-5 Canadian Filling Your Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6 Gage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-75 In Foreign Countries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5 Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-62

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G a g e s

Engine Coolant Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . '2-67 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-75 GAWR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-32 Gear Positions. Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23 GloveBox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-49 Gross Axle Weight Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-32 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-32 .. Guide en 11 GVWR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-32

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Frangais

Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hazard Warning Flashers 5-2 Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5 Headlamps

Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-35 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-34 Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-36 HighLow Beam Changer ...................... 2-35 OnReminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-41 Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-61 Hearing Impaired. Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4 Heated Foldaway Outside Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-48 Heatedseat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . High-Beam Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-35 Highway Hypnosis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-25 Hill and Mountain Roads 4-25 Hitches. Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-37 Hood

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Checking Things Under ......................... 6-8 Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9 2-33 4-21

Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hydroplaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.4.3.6. 3.10

Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-17 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check Illuminated Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-44 Inflation. Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-40 Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-47

9-5

Inspections

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Brakesystem ................................ 7-18 Exhaust Systems ............................. 7- 18 Front Drive Axle Boot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-18 Front Drive Axle Seal 7- 18 Radiator and Heater Hose Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-18 Suspension .................................. 7-18 Throttle System .............................. 7-1 8 InstrumentPanel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-55 Cleaning .................................... 6-51 Cluster ................................ 2-56. 2-57 FuseBlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-62 Instrument Panel Brightness Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-44 Interior Lamps ................................. 2-44

Jack. Tire . . . . . . . . . . . 5.26.5.28.5.30.5.31.5.32. 5.33 Jump Starting ...................................

5-3

K e y Lock Cylinders Service ..................... 7-15 Key Reminder Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15 Keys .......................................... 2-2

Labels

Certification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-32 Service Parts Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-58 Tire-Loading Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 1 Vehicle Identification Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-58

9-6

Lamps

Cornering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-44 Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-44 Dome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-46 Fog ........................................ 2-44 Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-44 Reading. Rearview Mirror ...................... 2-46 Leaving Your Vehicle ............................. 2-9 Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running . . . . . . . 2-29 Lighter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-50 Lights Air Bag Readiness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21, 2-60 Anti-Lock Brake System Active . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-63, 4-9 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-62, 4-7 BrakeSystemWarning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-61 ChangeOilSoon ............................. 2-73 Charging System ............................. 2-60 Cruise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-74 Door/Trunk Ajar Warning ...................... 2-75 Engine Coolant Temperature Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-67 Enhanced Traction System Active . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-66 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-65 Enhanced Traction System Warning Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-44 Low Coolant Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.68, 6.26 LowFuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-75 Low Oil Level LowTire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-68 Low Traction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-66 Low Washer Fluid Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.37, 2.74

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2.72, 6.12

2-71

Oilwarning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Performance Shift ....................... Safety Belt Reminder ...................... Security .................................... 2-73 Service Engine Soon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-69 Service Vehicle Soon .......................... 2-74 Traction Control System Active . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-65 Traction Control System Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-64 4-31

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2.26. 2.74 1.7. 2.59

Loading Your Vehicle Locks

Cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-15 DelayedLocking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8 Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 Ignition Transaxle Check ....................... 7-17 Key Lock Cylinder Service ..................... 7- 15 Lockout Protection Feature ...................... 2-5 ManualDoor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 PowerDoor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 Programmable Automatic Power Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7 Rear-Door Child Security ....................... 2-6 Trunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15 Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-33 Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4- 16 Low Coolant Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.68. 6.26 LowFuelLight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Low Oil Level Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.72. 6.12 Low Tire Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-68 Low Traction Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-66 Low Washer Fluid Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.37. 2-74 Low-Beam Headlamps .......................... 2-35 Lubricants and Fluids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-19

2-75

Lubrication Service. Body ........................

7- 15

Magnetic Variable Effort Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12 Maintenance. Normal Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-69 Maintenance Record ............................ 7-20 Maintenance Schedule ............................ 7-1 Maintenance Schedule ............................ 7-5 How it’s Organized ............................ 7-3 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2 Owner Checks and Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-14 Periodic Maintenance Inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-18 Scheduled Maintenance Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4 Your Vehicle and the Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2 Maintenance Schedule. Recommended Fluids and Lubricants .......................... 7-19 Maintenance. Underbody ......................... 6-58 Maintenance When Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-40 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...................... 2-69 Manual

Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Front Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Manual Single Zone Climate Control . . Methanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Convex Outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electrochromic Daymight . . . . . . . . Inside Daymight Rearview . . . . . Power Outside Foldaway . . . . . . . . . . . Visor Vanity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MMT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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. . . . . . . . . . 2-4 . . . . . . . . . 1-2 . . . . . . . . . 3-2 . . . . 6-5 . . . . . . . . 2-47 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-48 . . . . . . . . 2-47 . . . 2-47 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-48 . . . 2-51 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4

9-7

Mountain Roads .................................. 4-25 Multifunction Lever ............................. 2-34

N e t . Trunk Convenience ........................ 2-50 ..................... Neutral. Automatic Transaxle 2-24 New Vehicle “Break-In” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2- 17 Nightvision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18

2-16

I1

Odometer .................................... 2-58 Odometer. Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-58 Off-Road Recovery ............................. 4- 14 Oil. Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12 Oil Life Monitor ........................ 2-78. 6-16. 7-5 Oil Warning Light .............................. 2-71 OnStar System ................................. 2-54 Overdrive (a). Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.24. 2.25 . . . . . 5-15 Overheating Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Owner Checks and Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-14 Owner Publications. Ordering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10

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

Automatic Transaxle .................... Shifting Into ........................... Shifting Out of .........................

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9-8

Parking

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AtNight .................................... 2-15 Brake ...................................... 2-27 Brake Mechanism Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-17 Lots ....................................... 2-15 Over Things That Burn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-31 With a Trailer ................................ 4-40 Passenger Compartment Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-15 Passing PASS-Key Performance Shift Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-26, 2-74 Performance Shifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-26 Periodic Maintenance Inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-18 Power

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Auxiliary Connection .......................... 2-53 DoorLocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 Option Fuses ................................ 6-61 Retained Accessory ........................... 2-46 ................................ 1-3 Seat (Six-Way) ............................... Steering . . . . . 4-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-27 Steering Fluid . ............................... Windows . . . . 2-33 Outside Mirrors .............................. 2-48 Pregnancy. Use of Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1 Problems on the Road Publications. Service and Owner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10 Publications. Service and Owner. Ordering in Canada . . . 8-9

Radiator. Adding Coolant ....................... 5-22 Radiator Pressure Cap ........................... 6-27 Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-29 Radios ....................................... 3-13 Rain. Driving In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4- 19 Rainy Weather Tips ............................. 4-21 Reading Lamps. Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-46 Rear Door Child Security Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6 Outside Seat Position .......................... 1-26 Safety Belt Comfort Guides ..................... 1-29 Seatpassengers .............................. 1-26 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13 Window Defogger ............................ 3- 11 Rear Seat Pass-Through Trunk .................... 2-50 Rear Seat Pass-Through Trunk Cushion Cupholders . . . 2-50 Rearview Mirror ........................... 2-46. 2-47 Electrochromic Daymight ...................... 2-47 Inside Daymight ............................. 2-47 Reading Lamps .............................. 2-46 Reclining Front Seatbacks ......................... 1-4 . . . . . . . . . . . 5-19 Recovery Tank. Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . Refrigerants. Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-67 Remote . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12 Activation Illumination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9 Keyless Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Keyless Entry Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10 Keyless Entry Synchronization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2- 14 Replacement. Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-67 Replacement. Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-67 Replacement. Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-46

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Reporting Safety Defects .......................... Restraints Checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-66 Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5 Replacing Parts After a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-66 Systemcheck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-15 Restraints. Child ................................ 1-51 Retained Accessory Power ........................ 2-46 Reverse. Automatic Transaxle ..................... 2-23 Right Front Passenger Position .................... 1 . 19 Roadside Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5 Roadside Assistance. Canadian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-38 Rocking Your Vehicle Rotation. Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-43

Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6 Adults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11 Center Passenger Position ...................... 1-32 Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-33 Driver Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11 Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-65 How to Wear Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11 Incorrect Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14, 1-64 LapBelt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-32 Lap-Shoulder ...................... 1- 11, 1-26, 1-63 Larger Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-63 Questions and Answers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10 Rear Comfort Guides .......................... 1-29 Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-26 Rear Seat Passengers .......................... 1-26

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Stains. Cleaning ................................ 6-52 Starter Switch Check ............................ 7-16 Starting Your Engine ............................ 2- 19 Steam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15 Steering

in Emergencies ............................... 4- 13 Magnetic Variable Effort ” ..................... 4- 12 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12 TILT-WHEEL” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-34 Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12 Steering Wheel Touch Controls. Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-28 Storage Compartments ........................... 2-49 Storage. Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-33 Stuck: In Sand. Mud. Ice or Snow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-38 Sunvisors .................................... 2-51 Symbols. Vehicle .................................. Synchronization. Remote Keyless Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2- 14

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Tachometer .................................. 2-58 Tail/Stop/Turn Signal Lamp Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . 6-39 TapePlayerCare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-30 3.2.3-5. 3-7 Temperature Control Theft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15 Theft-Deterrent Feature .......................... 3-25 Theft-Deterrent System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2- 16 THEFTLOCK TM ................................ 3-25 Thermostat .................................... 6-27 Third Gear. Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-25 TILT-WHEELTM Adjustable Steering Column . . . . . . . . 2-34 Time. Setting the . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 12

Tire Pressure Monitor System ..................... 6-44 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-31 Tire-Loading Information Label Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-42 Alignment and Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-49 BuyingNew . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-47 Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-50 Changing a Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-26 Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-55 Compact Spare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-37 Inflation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-43 Inflation Check ............................... 7-14 Inspection and Rotation ........................ 6-45 Loading .................................... 4-31 Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-40 Storing the Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-35 Storing the Spare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-36 Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-49 Traction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-48 Treadwear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-48 Uniform Quality Grading ....................... 6-48 Wear Indicators .............................. 6-46 Wheel Replacement ........................... 6-49 When It’s Time for New ....................... 6-46 TopStrap ..................................... 1-56 TorqueLock ................................... 2-30 Torque. Wheel Nut ......................... 5-34. 6.43 Towing a Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-33 5-8 Towing Your Vehicle Traction Control System (3800 Supercharged Engine) ... 4-9 Traction Control System Active Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-65 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-64 Traction Control System Warning Light 9-11

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BackingUp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-38 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4- 37 Driving on Grades ............................ 4-39 Drivingwith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-38 Engine Cooling When Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-40 Following Distance ........................... 4-38 Hitches ..................................... 4-37 If You Decide to Pull A ........................ 4-34 Maintenance When Towing ..................... 4-40 MakingTurns ................................ 4-39 ParkingonHills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-40 Passing ..................................... 4- 38 Safety Chains ................................ 4-37 Tongueweight ............................... 4-36 Total Weight on Tires .......................... 4-36 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-33 Turnsignals ................................. 4-39 Weight ..................................... 4- 35 When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 4-40 Transaxle Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-20 Transmitters, Remote-Keyless Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9, 2- 12 Transportation, Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6 Trip, Before Leaving on a Long . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-24 Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-58 Trunk ........................................ 2-14 Lock ....................................... 2-15 Rear Seat Pass-Through . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-50

Trunk Convenience Net .......................... 2-50 Trunk Lid Applique Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-40 TTYUsers ..................................... 8-4 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-35 Turn Signal On Chime ........................... 2-35 Turn SignalMultifunction Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-34 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-39 Twilight Sentinel ............................... 2-43 Two-way Manual Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Underbody Flushing Service ..................... 7-17 Underbody Maintenance ......................... 6-58 Underhood Electrical Center (Passenger’s Side) . . . . . . . 6-64

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Control ...................................... 4-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv Damage Warnings Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-68 Identification Number ......................... 6-60 Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-31 Storage ..................................... 6-33 Symbols ....................................... Ventilation System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10 Visor Vanity Mirrors ............................ 2-51 Visors, Sun .................................... 2-51

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w a r n i n g Devices ............................... 5-2 Warning Lights. Gages and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-59 Warranty Information ............................. 8-8 Washing Your Vehicle ........................... 6-53 Weatherstrips .................................. 6-55 Wheel Alignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . NutTorque ............................. Replacement ................................. Used Replacement ............................

6-46 5-34. 6-43 6-47 6-48 WindowLock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-33 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-33

Auto-Down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-33 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-33 Windshield Washer ............................. 2-37 Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fluid Level Check ............................ 7-14 Windshield Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-36 Blade Replacement ........................... 6-41 Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-61 Winter Driving ................................. 4-27 WiperBladeCheck ............................. 7-15 Wiring. Headlamp .............................. 6-59 WreckerTowing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8

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WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID

P6-28

REMOTE POSITIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

P5-5 /

ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK

P6-13

SECONDARY

HOOD RELEASE

P6-9

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ENGINE COOLANT RECOVERY TANK P5-19 AND P6-26

HOOD

RELEASE

P6-9

TI RES

FUEL DOOR P6-6

For detailed information, refer to the page number listed, or see the Index in the back of the owner’s manual. 9-14

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Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. It also explains Features and Controls This section explains how to start and operate your vehicle. Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system. Your Driving and the Road Here you’ll find helpful information and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions. Problems on the Road This section tells what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to keep your vehicle running properly and looking good. Maintenance Schedule This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use. Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Buick for assistance and how to get service and owner publications. It also gives you information on “Reporting Safety Defects” on page 8-8. Index Here’s an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. You can use it to quickly find something you want to read.

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How to Use this Manual Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly. Index A good place to look for what you need is the Index in back of the manual. It’s an alphabetical list of what’s in the manual, and the page number where you’ll find it. Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning.

A CAC AON: These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people.

In the caution area, we tell you what the hazard is. Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard. Please read these cautions. If you don’t, you or others could be hurt.

You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book. This safety symbol means “Don’t,” “Don’t do this’’ or “Don’t let this happen.’’

Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these notices:

NOTICE:

These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle.

In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly. But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage. When you read other manuals, you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words. You’ll also see warning labels on your vehicle. They use the same words, CAUTION or NOTICE.

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Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle.

For example, these symbols are used on an original battery:

CAUTION POSSIBLE INJURY

PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING

CAUSTIC BATTERY ACID COULD CAUSE BURNS

AVOID SPARKS OR FLAMES

SPARK OR FLAME COULD EXPLODE BAllERY

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These symbols are important for you and your passengers whenever your vehicle is driven:

DOOR LOCK UNLOCK

FASTEN SEAT BELTS

These symbols have to do with your lamps:

These symbols are on some of your controls:

WINDSHIELD WIPER

TURN

SIGNALS e A HAZARD RUNNING . 0 $0

DAYTIME -

WARNING FLASHER

LAMPS *

WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER

WINDOW DEFOGGER

FOG LAMPS

VENTILATING FAN

Here are some other symbols you may see:

FUSE *

These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights:

CHARGING I-1

COOLANT TEMP

BATTERY

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BRAKE

COOLANT

ENGINE OIL PRESSURE

ANTI-LOCK (@)

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Here you’ll find information about the seats in your Buick and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts.

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Seats and Seat Controls Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts -- and the Answers How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Driver Position Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Right Front Passenger Position Air Bag System Rear Seat Passengers

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Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Center Passenger Position Children Built-in Child Restraint (Option) Child Restraints Larger Children Safety Belt Extender Checking Your Restraint Systems Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash

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Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you how to adjust the seats and explains the reclining seatbacks and head restraints. Manual Front Seat

A C. UTION:

- - You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you don’t want to. Adjust the driver’s seat only when the vehicle is not moving.

2-Way Manual Seat

Lift the bar under the front of the seat using an upward motion. This will unlock the seat, Slide the seat to where you want it and release the bar. Try to move the seat with your body to be sure the seat is locked into place.

6-Way Power Seat (If Equipped)

This switch is designed to imitate the movements of your seat cushion. The driver’s switch is located on the left side of the driver’s seat cushion. The passenger’s switch is located on the right side of the passenger’s seat cushion. To move the seat forward or rearward, push the switch forward or rearward. To raise or lower the entire seat, push the switch up or down. To raise or lower the front portion of your seat, push the front of the switch up or down. To raise or lower the rear portion of your seat, push the rear of the switch up or down.

You may have a six-way power driver’s seat and a six-way power passenger’s seat (if equipped).

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Reclining Front Seatbacks

If your vehicle is equipped with heated seats, the driver’s side and passenger’s side three-position switches are located on the center console, just behind your automatic transaxle shift lever. Press LO to warm