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Electrochromic Mirror (Option) Your Buick may have an automatic inside minor. During the day it works like a regula mirror, but at night it a

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

Front Storage Armrest (Option) The front armrest opens into a storage area with a coinholder and slots for cassettes and compact discs

Convenience Net (Wagon) If the wagon has a rear facing third seat, items stored in the net could injure occupants seated there in t

Convenience Net (Sedan) Cargo Cover Or Roll-Up Cargo Cover Your vehicle has a convenience net. You’ll see it just inside the back wall of

To carry larger items, the cargo cover can be removed and the second seat folded down. To do this: 1. Grasp one end of the cargo cover and pus

Luggage Carrier (Option) If you try to carry something on top of your vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage carrier -- like paneling

NOTICE: Loading-cargo that weighs more than 200 Ibs. (90 kg) on thelu-ggagecarrier may damage your vehicle. When you carry cargo on the luggage car

Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter The front center ashtray may be lifted out for cleaning. The rear ashtrays are located on the door armrests. Lift

Sun Visors To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You can also swing them to the side. If the visors swing too easily, tighten

Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: I NOTICE: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicl

Instrument Panel

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Side Vents Main Lamp Control Instrument Cluster Center Vents Cornfort Controls Glove Box Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter Conven

Instrument Panel Cluster LOW COOLANT 2- LEVEL HOT TEMP -& - C,\' 'I? '4 0 0 MPH kmlh P RNm321 '120 . FUEL LEVEL FLUID U UNL

Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odome

." Waiting to do repairs can be costly -- and even gerws. So please get to know your warning lights gagei'They're a big he

Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag’s elect

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

Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti-lock brake system, this light will ANTI - LOCK come on when you start your engine and m

Engine Coolant Temperature Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Warning Light HOT This light comes on as a bulb check when you start your engin

Low Coolant Warning Light LOW COOLANT LEVEL If you have this light and it comes on, the system is low on coolant and the engine may overheat. Malfun

I Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle. For example, these symbols are used on an original battery: POSSIBL

This system is called OBD IT (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for t

If the Light Is Flashing If the Light Is On Steady The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: 0 Reduce vehicle speed. 0

Have you recently changed brands of fuel? Engine Oil Pressure Light If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel (see “Fuel” in the

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

Change Oil Indicator CHANGE OIL The CHANGE OIL light should come on briefly as a bulb check when you start the engine. If the light doesn

Low Washer Fluid Light LOW WASH FLUID Wagon Gate Ajar Light This light will come on as a bulb check when you start the engine. If this light

Fuel Gage FUEL 112 is on. When the indicator Your fuel gage shows how much fuel is in your tank. It works only when the engine F nears EMP

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Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this section you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered w

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From the AUTO mode, pressing the temperature to 90°F (33 O C) will automatically allow the system to select the high fan speed and FLOOR mode. From t

Ventilation System Adjust the direction of airflow by m0vin.g the louvered vents. For mild outside temperatures, when little heating or c

Rear Window Defogger @ REAR DEFOG: Press &us button to get fog or ice off your rear window. After 10 minutes, the rear window defogger w

AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player Playing the Radio VOLUME: Turn this knob to turn the system on and off. Turn it clockwise to increase

PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2). 1.

If you want to insert a tape when the ignition or radio is off, first press EJECT or RECALL. Note that the cassette tape adapter kits f

AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control (Option) Playing the Radio VOLUME: Press this knob to turn the system o

PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2).

adapters can cause an error message on the display, and the adapter cassette could be ejected. Your tape bias is set automatically. PREV (1):

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10 (6): Press this button to reduce background noise. The double-D symbol will appear on the display. Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactur

RECALL: Press this button briefly to recall the station being played or the clock display. To change what is normally shown on the display

Setting the Tone BASS: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob to increase or decrease bass. TREB: Press this knob lightly so

Playing a Compact Disc Insert a disc partway into the slot, label side .up. The player will pull it in. The disc should begin playing. I

Theft-Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCK" is designed to discourage theft of your radio. It works by using a secret code to disable all radio functi

Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than 1. . '15 seconds be

Understanding Radio Reception FM Stereo FM stereo will give you the best sound. But FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65

You may also choose a non-scrubbing action, wet-type cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head. This type o

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

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Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with

Drunken Driving Deah and injury associated with dnnlung and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway d

It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) w

The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No mount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. “

Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- rather than keeping pace with

Here’s how anti-lock works. Let’s say the road is wet. You’re driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you. ’ You slam on

Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If

The traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface, the angle at which the curve is

Power Seat (Option) Power Lumbar (Option) The power seat controls are located on the armrest. Raise the front of the seat by pressing the left side

An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recornended 9 and 3 o

The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle

e 0 0 0 Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pas

A cornering skid and an acceleration slud are best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal. If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your

Here are some tips on night driving. 0 Drive defensively. Don’t drink and drive. Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the gl&e

Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as

Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your

Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can hap

City Driving Here are ways to increase your safety in city drrving: One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic

Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. Bu

Memory Seat (Option) To program the memory seat: 1. 2. 3. 4. Make sure the vehicle is in PARK (P). Adjust the driver’s seat the way you want it. P

The exit speed is usually posted. Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not to your sense of motion. After driving for any dista

1g11 w ay Iry pllvlll; Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it

0 0 If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you're planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips

Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your Buick in good shape for winter. You may want to put winter emergency supplie

Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction. However, if there is snow or

Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have the anti-lock braking

Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little faster than just idle. That is, push the

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Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. 0 0 0 0 0 Put things in the trunk or r

Reclining Front Seatbacks To adjust the seatback, lift the lever on the outer side of the seat and move the seatback to where you want it.

If you don’t use the correct equipment and drive properly, you can lose control when you pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy,

If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do, here are some important points: 0 0 0 0 0 There are many different laws, including speed limit re

Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be? It should never weigh more than 2,000 lbs. (900 kg), unless you have the optio

If you’re using a “dead-weight” hitch, the trailer tongue (A) should weigh 10% of the total loaded trailer weight (B). If you have a “weight-distrib

I I I I Using A Weight-Carrying Trailer Hitch (Recommended for loaded trailers weighing less than 3,009 lbs. or 1 362 kg.) Your vehicle is equi

In 0 0 0 Addition Use at least one friction sway control if your trailer is over 2,000 lbs. (900 kg) loaded weight, and consider using one for traile

During your trip, check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure, and that the lamps and ani trailer brakes are still working.

When towing a trailer, the arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out. Thus, you may thin

When You Are Ready to Leave Mter Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: Start your engine; @

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3 Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job w

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To turn off the flashers, pull out on the button. NOTICE: Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn’t b

1 NOTICE: If the other system isn’t a 12-volt system with a negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged. 2. Get the vehicles close e

1 A CAUTION: r Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. U

7. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. 8. Now connect the black negative (-) ca

9. Attach the cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) away from the dead battery, but not near engine parts that move. The electrical connectio

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I A vehicle can fall f n a car carrier if it isn’t adequately secured. This can cause a collision, serious personal injury and vehicle damage

Rear Towing Position the sling crossbar just behnd the rear edge of the front fascia. Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end of each

Second Seatback To fold the seatback down: 1. Press the knob next to the seatback on the passenger side. 2. Pull the seatback forward

Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage and the warning light about a hot engine on your instrument panel. You will also

If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious.

When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: An electric fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is

The coolant level should be at or above FULL COLD. If it isn’t, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pum

How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at FULL COLD, add a 50/50 mixt

I plain water or the wrong mix, your engine could get too hot but you wouldn’t get the overheat warning. Your engine could catch fire and you

81 5. Then replace the pressure cap. Be If a Tire Goes Flat It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, especially if you m

Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard war

3. Pull the seat release handle in the lower right comer of the storage compartment. The seatback is now unlocked. 4. Pull the seatback up and push

Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you'll need is in the trunk if you have a sedan. Turn the wing nut on the screw counterc

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Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts. Don’t remove them yet. 2. Attach th

3. Position the jack under the vehicle, near the flat tire. There are two holes in the frame near each of the wheels. Raise the jack so

6. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fasten

8. Lower the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Lower the vehicle completely. 9. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a c

NOTICE: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nut

1. Pillar Trim Panel 2. Floor Channel 3. Cover 4. Clip 5. Disc 6. Wing Nut 7. Bolt 8. Wing Bolt 9. Wrench 10. Jack 11. Lift Strap f 28

On the station wagon, slide the back of the jack base into the retainer in the storage area. Put the wing bolt through the hole in the wrench, then t

Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you

Compact Spare Tire (If So Equipped) Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a

If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow What you don’t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels too fast. The meth

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Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you wdl find information about the care of your Buick. This section begins with service and f

You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it. Be sure you

If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards (indicated on the underhood tune-up label), it is designed to operate on fuels th

Fuels in Foreign Countries Filling Your Tank If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada, the proper fuel may

Y: The wagon gas cap is behind a hinged door on the driver’s side of your vehicle. While refueling, hang the cap inside the fuel door. To ta

I NOTICE: If you need a new cap, be sure to get the right type. Your dealer can get one for you. If you get the wrong type, it may not fit or

Hood Release To open the hood, first pull the handle inside the vehicle. It is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel, next to the

Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Put someone on it. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it'

E. Air Cleaner H. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir B. Coolant Surge Tank F. Engine Oil Fill Cap I. Windshield Washer Reservoir C. Engine Oil

Engine Oil LOW OIL LEVEL If the LOW OIL LEVEL light on the instrument panel comes on, it means you need to check your engine oil level right away.

Cklring Engir: Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, keepin

What Kind of Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the "Starburst" symbol. This symbol indicat

As shown in the chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle. However, you can use SAE 1OW-30 if it’s going to be 0°F (- 18 ” C) or above. These

Driving under these conditions causes engine oil to break down sooner. If any one of these is true for your vehicle, then you need to change you

Air Cleaner The air cleaner is located on the driver’s side of the engine compartment. To check or replace the filter, loosen the wing nut

If the air cleaner is of€, a backfire can cause -a damaging engine fire, And, dirt can easily get into your engine, which will damage it. Alwqs

Automatic Ik.an$mission F11 ‘d When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil i

Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transmission fluid level if you have been driving: 0 When outside temperatures are above 90" F (32

Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop. The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle,

Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: 1. Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a cle

How to Add Fluid Rear Axle Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluid

Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with new DEX-COOL (orange-colored, silicate-free) engine coolant. This coolant is de

What to Use Use a mixture of one-ha clean water (preferably distilled) and one-half DEX-COOL 7M (orange-colored, silicate-free) anhfizeze that

Checking Coolant The surge tank is in the engine compartment, directly behind the battery. ’hrning the surge tank pressure cap when the

Adding Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper mix at the surge tank, but only when the engine is cool. You can be burned if you s

1 When the engine compartment is cool, unscrew the Gag!: + and wipe the dipstick with a clean.rag. Replace the cap: . 1 >.

Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you

Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is here. It is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. There are only two reasons why the bra

or the instrument panel ... or the safety belts ! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop ov

I NOTICE: ’ Using the wrong fluid can badly damage ’ . brake system parts. For example, just a few . drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine - o

Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied. This does not mean something i

Battery Every new Buick has a Delco Freedom@ battery. You never have to add water to one of these. When it’s time for a new battery, we

Headlamps 1. To replace the headlamp bulbs, locate the headlamp bulb retainer directly behind the headlamps. 3. Gently pull the headlamp bulb

4. 5. Remove the electrical connector from the bulb by lifting the lock tab and pulling it away from the plastic base. To reinstall the he

Center High-M - mted Stoplamp (Sedan) 1. 2. 3. 4. Unclip the stoplamp cover from the rear window and stoplamp assembly. Turn the socket countercloc

3. Bring clown the bulb assembly. 4. Pull the bulb out of its retainer. 5. Reverse the steps with a new bulb. Taillamp (Sedan) 1. Open the t

2. Insert the tip of a small screwdriver in to the slot as shown and gently press down to release the wiper blade from the arm. 3. To install the

Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts -- and the Answers Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m weari

Inflation -- Tire Pressure The Tire-Loadng Information label, which is on the rear edge of the driver’s door, shows the correct inflation pr

After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire-Loading Information label. Make

Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the Tire-Loading Information label. The tires installed on your vehicl

Temperature -- A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its abi

Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous. It could affect the braking and handling of

Tire Chains NOTICE: Use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use only SAE Class “S” type chains that are the proper size for your t

Cleaning the Inside of Your Buick Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt. Wipe vinyl or leather with a clean, dam

Using Solvent-me Cleaner on Fabric First, see if you have to use solvent-type cleaner at all. Some spots and stains will clean off better w

How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about saf

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

Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry. I A CAUTION: Do not bleach or dye safety belts DU do, it may severely weaken them. In

Cleaning the Outside of Your Buick The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. Washi

Aluminum Wheels (If So Equipped) Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing t

Finish Damage Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode quickly a

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) This is the legal identifier for your Buick. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the in

Electrical System Add-on Electrical Equipment I NOTICE: Don’t add anything electrical to your Buick unless you check with your dealer firs

*xes and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from ’ short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit break

FUSE USAGE CHART PRINTED IN U 2x3 7 8 SEO 12 13 T&fG 17 23 SEO 22 18 HVAC8LO 27 2a TRKLP 32 33 HOANS 37 38 STOP/HZD 42 43 INTOIM FOR MORE INF

4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Make sure the release button on the buckle is Positioned so you would be able t

Fuse Usage 21 Not Used 22 Not Used 24 Air Bag System, Theft-Deterrent Relay 26 Not Used 27 Auto Level Control Sensor, Rear Compartment Cou

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Engine Compartment Fuse Block Lift the hood and open the cover to gain access to this fuse block. 10 11 12 13 E 0 AIR PUMP 0 A/C COMP 0 PRI

Fuse 4 5 6 7 8 9 usage Mass Air Flow Sensor, Secondary Air Pump Relay, EGR Solenoid, Evaporative Emission Solenoid, Oxygen Sensors, Automatic Trans

Replacement Bulbs Ashtray ... 194* Application Number Back-up ... 2057* Cornering ...

Tire, Pressure, Sizes See Tire Certification Information Label on driver’s door. Wheel Nuts Wheel Nut Torque ... 100 lb-ft (140 N-m

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Section 7 Maintenance Schedule IMPORTANT: KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGE A: RECOMMENDED This section covers the maintenance requir

Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good

The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic

Maintenance Schedule I Short TriplCity Definition I Follow the Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule if any one of these conditions is true for

Maintenance Schedule Follow this maintenance schedule only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule is true. Driving a

I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be performed after 100

Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission C

I Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule I 6,000 Miles (10 000’ km) (Continued) 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for prop

I Short WiplCity Maintenance Schedule I 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An

I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 24,000 Miles (40 000 kt) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An E

I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) El Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emis

I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An E

The 1996 Buick Roadmaster Owner’s Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ... 1-1 Featuresan

I &= What’s wrong with this? 1 A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way. You can be seriously

I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 39,000 Miles (65 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emis

I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 45,000 Miles (75 800 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Em

Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 1~ ~ ~ ~~ 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) 17 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainl

I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An E

I Short Wip/City Maintenance Schedule 60,000 Miles (1 00.000 h) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emissio

I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 63,000 Miles (105 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An

I Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule I 69,000 Miles (115 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emi

I I I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).

DATE " ~ ACTUALMILEAGE SERVICED BY: ~ ~. ~~

I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 87,000 Miles (145 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An E

Q: What's wrong with this? A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place. CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the w

I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) (Continued) Replace air cleaner filter. Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage

I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 96,000 Miles (160 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emi

, 7.. Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedul The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,00

I Long Trip/Sighway Maintenance Schedule 7,500 Miles (IL 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An

Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 22,500 Miles (37 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).

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Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule

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&= What’s wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. You can be seriously i

75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 82,500 Miles (137 500 km)

L I- 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. * Lubricate

I Long Trippighway Maintenance Schedule I’ .. 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs

0 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where

Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed below are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensu

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

Starter Switch Check Brake-’Ik.ansmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) Check CAUTION: - When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move s

Steering Column Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the key to LOCK in each shift lever position. The key shoul

Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance,

Throttle Linkage Inspection Inspect the throttle linkage for interference or binding, and for damage or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Re

Qt What's wrong with this? A: The belt is twisted across the body. m- You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, y

~ Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtai

I USAGE Chassis Lubrication Front Wheel Bearings Rear Axle (Standard Differential) Rear Axle (Limited-Slip Differential) Windshield Washer Solvent F

\ I Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in

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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 h

with your vehicle can be handled by your selling or servicing dealer. Your dealer has the facility, trained technicians, special tools and u

For prompt assistance, please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative: Your name, address, home and b

Roadside Assistance Buick Motor Division is proud to offer Buick Premium Roadside Assistance to customers for vehicles covered under the

YJ i i To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure

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 at

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS GOVERNMENT ' TO THE CANADIAN If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect,

Service and Owner Publications Service manuals, service bulletins, owner’s manuals and other service literature are available for purchase for al

Service Bulletins Owner Publications Service bulletins covering various subjects are regularly sent to all General Motors dealerships. GM

Section 9 Index Air Bag How Does it Restrain ... 1-24 How it Works ... 1-22 Location ...

Brake Adjustment ... 6-29 Fluid ... 6-26 Master Cylinder ...

Control of a Vehicle ... 4-5 Convenience Net ... 2.43. 2.44 Convex Outside Mirror ...

:S,uspeniion .. ... 'Throttle Linkage ... Tast-ment Panel ... i ,. :?Brightness Control ... ... Cle

I CAUTION: (Continued) Air bags are designed to work only in moderate to severe crashes where the fi-ont of your vehicle hits something. They a

Net, convenience z+I.~, 12-44 Neutral, Automatic TrmsmiBion ... 2-20 New Vehicle “Break-In’’ ... 2-14 Nig

Parking AtNight ... 2-12 Brake ... 2-21 Brake Mechanism Check ...

Alignment , , . . . ., .. . . . . ., . -. . . . . . .-., . . , . . . .. . .. 1. ,+:@ 1.

How the Air Bag System Works Where is the air bag? The driver’s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. The right front passenger’s air bag

’ A CAUTION: P Don’t put anything on, or attach anything to, the steering wheel or instrument panel. Also, don’t put anything (such a

How does an air bag restrain? In moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering

0 0 Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module, which records information about the air bag system. The module records i

1 GM I GENERAL MOTORS, GM and the GM Emblem, BUICK, the BUICK Emblem and the name ROADMASTER are registered trademarks of General Motors Cor

Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to

Center Passenger Position and Any Station Wagon Third Seat Passenger Position U Lap BeIt If your vehicle has a front split seat and a r

To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug. Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of

2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted.

I 8. - 3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. The lap part of

You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The s

Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much -- until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy

Child Restraints Be sure the child restraint is designed to’ be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it meets Federal Moto

If you want to use a child restraint with a top strap in the second seat of a station wagon, have your dealer install a combination anchor-tether be

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4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to uilb;dckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.

5. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while 6. Push and pull the child restraint in different To remove the child restraint, just u

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7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. If it isn’t, secure the restraint in a different place in th

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

Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears

Safety Belt Extender Checking Your Restraint Systems If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safe

Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you’ve had a crash, do you need new belts? After a very minor collision, nothing may be ne

Walter Marr and Thomas Buick Buick’s chief engineer, Walter L. Marr (left), and Thomas D. Buick, son of founder David Dunbar Buick, drove the

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Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Buick, and information on starting,

The square key is for the ignition only. It has a bar code attached, Your dealer or qualified locksmith can make extra ignition keys by

Door Locks - Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers -- especially children .- can easily open the doors and fall out. When a door is locked,

Programmable Automatic Door Locks (Option) If you have automatic door locks, close your doors, turn on the ignition and move your shift

The rear doors of your vehicle cannot be opened from inside when this feature is in use. If you want to open a rear door when the security lock

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause

Battery l.,,,acernent 1. Under normal use, the batteries in your key chain transmitter should last about two years. You can tell the batteries are

Trunk Remote Trunk Release It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle.

Tailgate It can be dangerous to drive with the tailgate or rear window open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle.

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To open the tailgate like a regular door, pull up on the handle that is near the end of the tailgate, on the passenger side. To open it li

If the tailgate on your vehicle does not open as a drop-gate, it may not be fully latched as a door. Your GATE AJAR light will be on i

Trunk Lid Automatic Pull-Down Feature (Option) A CAUTION: Your car may have an automatic pull-down feature that helps close the trunk ele

PASS-Key@ I1 Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS-Key I1 (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft-deterrent system. PASS-Key 11 is a passive

If you accidentally use a key that has a damaged or missing resistor pellet, the starter won’t work and the PASS KEY light will com

Ignition Switch A C I E With the ignition key in the ignition switch, you can turn the switch to five different positions. ACCESSORY (A):

Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL, (N). Your engine won’t start in any other position -- that’s a safety feat

2. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing your accelerator pedal all

4. 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

It is dangel 1s to get out of your vehicle if‘ tl shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll.

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FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep sno

To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down. Pull the PARK BRAKE release lever. NOTICE: Driving with the parking brak

2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) position like this: 0 Pull the lever toward you. Move the lever up as far as it will go. 3. Turn the i

I I Leaving Your Vehicle With the Eneine F nnine A /!\ CAU I ION: It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your ve

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Windows It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not filly in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your v

The switch for the driver’s window has an express-down feature. Pull the AUTO switch back all the way. Once engaged, release it and t

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Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positio

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V?indshield Washer At the top of the multifunction lever there’s a paddle with the word PUSH on it. To spray washer fluid on the windshiel

Cruise Control With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can

Setting Cruise Control Resuming a Set Speed ! If you leave your cruise control switch on when you’re not using cruise, you might hit a button

Move the CRUISE switch from ON to WA. Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want, then release the switch. To increase your speed in ve

Lamps The LIGHTS knob controls these lamps: Headlamps Taillamps Parking Lamps 0 License Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Instrument Panel Lights 0 Interi

o ~ff, and your low-beam headh.nps elrange to duced brightness of DRL.

Interior Lamps Delayed Illuminated Entry Without Keyless Entry System When you open the door, the interior courtesy lamps will turn on. The

Wagon Rear Compartment Lamps There are lamps on the assist handles in the rear area of the station wagon. Press the switch to turn them