Buick LESABRE 1995 Manuale del Proprietario

LeSabre

How to Use This Manual Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. This will help you lear

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

Safety Belt Reminder Light r When the key is turned to RUN or START, a chime will come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten

Brake System Warning Light BRAKE (a) Your Buick’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn’t working, the other pa

Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti-lock brake system, this light will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for se

The traction control system warning light may come on for the following reasons: 0 a 0 If you turn the system off by pressing the button located to

Engine Coolant Temperature Gage If you have the gage cluster, you have a gage that shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer mov

NOTICE: If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after a while the emission controls won’t work as well, your fuel econo

2. If you’re “idling” at a stop sign, the light may blink on and then off. Check Oil Level Light (Option) 3. If you make a hard stop, the

Change Oil Soon Light (Option) CHANGE OIL SOON This light is activated by the Engine Oil Life Monitor System. The Engine Oil Life Monitor determine

Battery Warning Light Voltage Indicator VOLT When you turn the key to RUN, this light will come on briefly, to show that your alternator and batte

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

Tachometer Fuel Gage I 5 I The optional tachometer tells you how fast the engine is going. It displays engine speed in thousands of revolutions per m

Here are some concerns owners have had about the fuel gage. All these situations are normal and indicate nothing wrong with the fuel gage. 0 0 0 0

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n Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this section you'll find out how to operate the comfort control systems and audio s

Rear Passenger ComforTemp (Option) Dual Automatic ComforTemp Climate Control (Option) If your Buick has the Dual Automatic ComforTemp Climate C

If the display is flashing after the system is started, you should see your dealer for service. Sun and temperature sensors automatically adjus

AIR FLOW This button is used to change the direction of the air flow. The air flow choices available are WINDSHIELD, MID and FLOOR. If the system

@ REAR: The lines you see on the rear window warm the glass. Press the button to start warming your window. After 10 minutes, it will go off by itsel

Electronic Touch Climate Control System If your Buick has this climate control system, the following information tells you how it works. OFF: The

Air Conditioning MAX: This setting provides maximum cooling with the least amount of work. MAX recirculates much of the air inside your vehicle so

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

Rear Window Defogger (Option) @ REAR: The lines you see on the rear window warm the glass. Press the button to start warming your window. After 10 m

AM-FM Stereo Radio ... ," x ... Playing the Radio Turn the VOLUME knob to turn the system on and off. VOLUME: Turn the u

Whenever you press that numbered button, the station you set will return. P SCAN: Press P SCAN to listen to each of your preset stations for a few

Playing a Cassette Tape The longer side of the cassette with the tape visible should face to the right. The tape will begin playing as soon as you

AM-FM Stereo Radios with Automatic Tone Control Playing the Radio Press the VOLUME knob to turn the system on and off. VOLUME: Turn this knob cloc

a station, stop for a few seconds, then go on to the next station. Press SEEK again to stop scanning. Presets: The six pushbuttons let you return

Adjusting the Speakers BAL: Press this button lightly so it extends. Turn the knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers. The middle posit

Dolby and the 00" symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. AM-FM: Press this button to play the radio when a tape is

NEXT (2): Press this button to go to the next track. If you hold the button or press it more than once, the player will continue moving forward throug

and the On@ symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. AUTO PRESET Press it and the system will set the 12 strongest FM or the

Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your Buick and how to use your safety belts properly. Y

5. 6. 7. 8. 9. You have only 15 seconds beiween each of the following steps. Press MIN and “000” will appear on the display. Press MIN again and hold

Disabling THEFTLOCK IfYOa want to turn off THEFTLOCK, you will need to enter your code. If you lose or forget your code, see your dealer. With t

AM F": Press AM FM to receive AM, FMl or FM2 radio signals. VOL: To increase or decrease the volume, press the pad marked VOL. TEMP: The pad

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

You may prefer to use a non-scrubbing action, wet-type cleaner. This type of cleaner uses a cassette with a fabric belt which cleans the tape head.

5. Make the antenna go up and down by turning the radio or ignition on and off. 6. Then repeat if necessary. NOTICE: I Don’t lubricate the power ant

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Section 4 Your Driving and the Road 4-1

Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway death tol

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) within an ho

Power Seat (Option) The power seat controls are located on the armrest. Front Control: Raise the front of the seat by pushing the left side of the s

But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC

Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerato

do a lot of heavy braking. If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances, you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary bra

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 o

Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you

To turn the system off, press the TRACTION CONTROL button on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. The TRACTION OFF warning light w

Suppose you’re steering through a sharp curve. Then you suddenly accelerate. Both control systems -- steering and acceleration -- have to do their wor

The fact that such emergency situations are always possible is a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts prop

Passing 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 ah

0 Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass. When you are

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If you do not have traction control, or if the system is off, then an acceleration skid is also best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator p

0 0 0 0 0 Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down

Driving in the Rain Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire-to-road t

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

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

City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You‘ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are

Freeway Driving The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed

Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move slightly slower at night. When you want to

Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypno

If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoya

Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position reduces the c

Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: 0 Have your Buick in good shape for winter. Be sure your engine coolant mix is correct. ' Y

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 ice

Your anti-lock brakes improve your ability to make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have the anti-lock braking system, you’ll want to b

cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you

and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. But do it as little as possible. Preserve the fuel as long as you can. To hel

Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle, or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for either the front or rear axle. And, if you do have a heavy load

Towing a Trailer NOTICE: Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty

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

Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total capacity weight of

Hitches Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer

Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it's just a seat on wheels

Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get to know

Making Turns 1 NOTICE: Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle. Your vehicle

Parking on Hills You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer attached, on a hill. If something goes wrong, your rig could start to mo

Section 5 Problems on the Road Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a pr

To turn off the flashers, pull out on the collar. F When the hazard warning flashers are on, your turn signals won’t work. Other Warning Devices If y

To Jump Start Your Buick 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system. 3. Turn off the ignition

5. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock and the vehicles could be damaged. Before

6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the veh

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

Towing Your Vehicle Try to have a GM dealer or a professional towing service tow your Buick. The usual towing equipment is a sling-type (A) or a w

. ./ '. x , , . ..> ., Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn't stop. The person keeps going until stopped by someth

When your vehicle is being towed, have the ignition key off. The steering wheel should be clamped in a straight-ahead position, with a clamping devic

Front Towing Hookups Attach T-hook chains behind the front wheels, into the bottom slots of the cradle rails, on both sides. Position a 4” x 4” woo

Rear Towing Hookups TOW LIMITS - 55 MPH (88 KPH), 500 MILES (800 KM) Attach T-hook chains to the slots in the bottom of the floor pan support rails, j

Engine Overheating You will find the warning light about a hot engine on your instrument panel. If you have the optional gage cluster, you may a

If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam, try this for a minute or so: 1. Turn off your air conditioner. 2. Turn on your heater to ful

If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down. The coolant level should be at or above FULL C

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

A CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are

How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and up

4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to FULL COLD. 5. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure cap off. 6. St

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

8. Then replace the pressure cap. At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck, reinstall the pressur

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 warni

The equipment you’ll need is in the trunk. Start with the jack and wheel wrench. 5-20

If your vehicle has an aluminum wheel with a center cover, remove it by using the flat end of the wheel wrench to access the wheel nuts. If your veh

If your vehicle has this aluminum wheel, you may have plastic wheel nut caps. Use the wheel nut wrench to remove the wheel nut caps and to loosen the

- Remove the theft deterrent wheel nut, by placing the key end of the wire wheel key wrench over the nut and turning it to the left. Pull off the wir

The jack handle has markings at 8” for the rear; 10” for the front to help you locate the jack notches in the frame. Position the jack under the vehi

Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned will damage the vehicle or may allow the vehicle to fall off the jack. Be sure to

Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If y6U do,. the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. Place t

Lower the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a criss-cross sequenc

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

Don’t try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare tire. It won’t fit. Store the wheel cover in the trunk until you have the flat tire repaired or r

Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pre

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 method known as

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

Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll want to get the proper Buick Service Manual. It tells you much mor

Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher. It should meet specifications ASTM D48 14 in the United States and CGSB 3.5-92 in

Gasolines for Cleaner Air Your use of gasoline with deposit control additives will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel sys

Filling Your Tank A CAUTION: Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. Don% smoke if

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 no

Checking Things Under the Hood Hood Release . .. To open the hood, first pull the handle inside the vehicle. It is located on the lower left side of

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 sa

I ,Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then p

Engine Oil CHECK OIL LEVEL If the CHECK OIL LEVEL light on the instrument panel comes on, it means you need to check your engine oil le

To Check Engine 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, keeping the ti

What Kind of Oil to Use Oils of the proper quality for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the “Starburst” symbol. The “Starburst” symbol

As shown in the chart on the previous page, SAE 1OW-30 is best for your vehicle. However, you can use SAE 5W-30 if it’s going to be colder than 60°F

Engine Coolant Heater Air Cleaner An engine coolant heater can be a big help if you have to park outside in very cold weather, 0°F (- 1 SOC) or c

NOTICE: If the air cleaner is off, a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire. And, dirt can easily get into your engine, which will damage i

Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid level if you have been driving: When outside temperatures are above 90°F (32°C). 0 At

How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle tluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in

Engine Coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low. If you have a problem with engine overheating,

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 bones

Adding Coolant To Add Coolant 4 p To Check Coolant When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at FULL COLD or a little higher. When your e

Radiator Pressure Cap Power Steering Fluid I NOTICE: Your radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed

To Add What to Add Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. NOT

NOTICE: (Continued) Fill your washer fluid tank only 3/4 full when it’s very cold. This allows for expansion, which could damage the ta

What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid -- such as Delco Supreme 11 @ (GM Part No. 1052535). Use new brake fluid from a s

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

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 recommend a De

Each headlamp is attached by retainers with round plastic knobs. Remove the retainers by turning in a counterclockwise direction. Lift the headlamp

Taillamp Bulb Replacement Open the trunk. Pull the carpet away from the rear area to access the trunk taillamp bulbs. Pull the bulb assembly straigh

Tires We don’t make tires. Your new vehicle comes with high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. These tires are warranted by the tire m

Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for YOU. To move it down, squ

Inflation - Tire Pressure The Tire-Loading Information label which is on the rear edge of the driver’s door shows the correct inflation pressures for

Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be inspected every 6,000 to 8,000 miles (10 000 to 13 000 km) for any signs of unusual wear. If unusual

When it’s Time for New Tires One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires ha

Treadwear Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traff

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 abil

Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, an

NOTICE: The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer/odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height, vehi

Appearance Care Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a

Using Foam-mpe Cleaner on Fabric 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt. Always clean a whole trim panel or sectio

0 Shoe polish, wax crayon, tar and asphalt will stain if left on a vehicle seat fabric. They should be removed as soon as possible. Be careful,

Q: What's wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won't give nearly as much protection this way. 1-12

Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silico

Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone grease with a clean

Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years. You can help to keep t

Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these are not removed, accelera

Appearance Care and Maintenance Materials You can get these from your GM Parts Department. PART NUMBER SIZE DESCRIPTION USAGE 12345343 1 oz. (

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) I ENGINE/ 1995 \ :FSEIBLY I CODE MODEL YEAR This is the legal identifier for your Buick. It appears on a

Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your car are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers The fuse

Maxifuse/Relay Center To check the fuses in this underhood fuse center, turn the two knobs 1/4 turn counterclockwise and remove the cover. The in

Fuse Usage Position 1 2 3 4 5 1A 1B 1c 1D 1E 2A 2B 2c 2D 2E 3A 3B 3c 3D 3E 4A 4B 4c 4D 4E - Circuitry - Power Window Not Used BRKR-Power Seats Not U

LeSabre Dimensions Overall Sedan Length ... 200.0 Width ... 73.6 Height ...

Q: What’s wrong with this? I I I i I I 1 I I I A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place. 1-13

Replacement Bulbs Exterior Bulb Number High Beam ... 9005 Low Beam ... 9006 Park/Turn ...

Capacities and Specifications for Engine (L27) 3.8L V6 Belt Tensions Automatically controlled by a Self-Tension idler pulley. Tension adjustm Coo

I Maintenance Items Item Part Number Air Cleaner Element ... AC Type A 1096C Fuel Filter ... GF627 Engine Oil Filt

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

How This Section is Organized The remainder of this section is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” shows what to have

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

Maintenance Schedule I Schedule I Definition Follow Maintenance Schedule I if any one of these is true for your vehicle: Most trips are less than 5

Maintenance Schedule 1 Schedule I1 Definition Follow Schedule I1 only if none of the conditions from Schedule 1 is true. I Every 7,500 Miles (12 500

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

I Maintenance Schedule I I 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Se

@ What’s wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. 1-14

I Maintenance Schedule I I 9,000 Miles (15 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Se

I Maintenance Schedule I I 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control

I Maintenance Schedule I I 21,000 Miles (35 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission

I Maintenance Schedule I I 27,000 Miles (45 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control

Maintenance Schedule I 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) (Continued) condenser, ressure cap and neck. Pressure test the coo f 1ng system and pressure c

I Maintenance Schedule I I 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control

I Maintenance Schedule I I 39,000 Miles (65 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr

1 Maintenance Schedule I I 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control

1 Maintenance Schedule I I 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) 0 Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more

I Maintenance Schedule I I ~ ~~ 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) 0 0 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emissio

&: What's wrong with this? A: The belt is twisted across the body. 1-15

Maintenance Schedule I 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Se

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

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

75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. * 0 Inspect air clea

1 Maintenance Schedule I 1 81,000 Miles (135 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control

I Maintenance Schedule I I 87,000 Miles (145 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contro

I Maintenance Schedule I 1 90,000 Miles (IS0 000 km) (Continued) condenser, ressure cap and neck. Pressure test the coo r! 1ng system and pressu

I Maintenance Schedule I I 93,000 Miles (155 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control

I Maintenance Schedule I 1 99,000 Miles (165 000 km) El Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contro

Maintenance Schedule I1 The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) a

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 the belt is out of

7,500 Miles (12 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 1 2 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. * 0 Lubricate the s

I Maintenance Schedule I1 22,500 Miles (37 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). At1 Elnissiot1 Cm

I Maintenance Schedule I1 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) (Continued) condenser, ressure cap and neck. Pressure test the coo P ing system and pressure cap.

I Maintenance Schedule I1 I 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr

Maintenance Schedule I1 1 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control

60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued) condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control

Maintenance Schedule I1 I 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control

I Maintenance Schedule I1 1 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr

97,500 Miles (162 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. * 0 Lubricate th

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

AIR BAG AIR BAG There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the words AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag’s electrical

At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D. Body Lubrication Lubricate all bod

Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock -- BTSI I. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface.

Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK (P) Mechanism Check Underbody Flushing At least every spring, use pram water to flush any corrosive m

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

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

USAGE Automatic Transaxle Shift Linkage Chassis Lubrication Windshield Washer Solvent Hood Latch Assembly a. Pivots and Spring Anchor b. Release Pa

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

I I Maintenance Record ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-45

Maintenance Record I ODOMETER I DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED - ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED - 7-46

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 o

The 1995 Buick LeSabre Owner’s Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ... 1-1 This section t

How the Air Bag System Works 1 I A Where is the air bag? The driver's air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. The right front passenger

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

GM Participation in BBB AUTO LINE - Alternative Dispute Resolution Program* “This program may not be available in all states, depending on state l

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 att

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

Courtesy Transportation To Buick Motor Division, quality means service -- and service means “keeping you on the road.’’ Included with your 1995 Buick

Canada Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive Roadside Assistance program accessible from anywhere in Canada or the

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When should an air bag inflate? The air bag is designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. The air bag will infl

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Section 9 Index Automatic Transaxle Fluid ... 6- 16 Brake Fluid ... 6-22 Electrical Equipment ...

Autonlatic Transaxle Fluid ... 6- 14 Adding ... 6-16 Checking ...

Circuit Breaker. Power Windows and Other Power Options ... 6-45 Cleaner.Air ... 6-13 Clea

Dolby B Noise Reduction 3- I1 Door Locks ... 2-3 Driver Position ... 1-9 Driving On

Front Towing Hookups ... 5-9 Fuel ... 6-3 FuelGage ...

Lights Air Bag Readiness ... I . 17. 2.45 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ... 2.46. 4-6 Battery Warning ...

Odometer ... 2-43 Odometer. Trip ... 2-44 Off-Road Recovery ...

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

Rear Towing Hookups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10 Rear Window Defogger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Service and Appearance Care ... 6-1 Service and Owner Publications ... 8-7 Service Bulletins. Ordering ...

TopStrap ... 1-32 TorqueLock ... 2-24 Torque. Wheel Nut ...

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a a Your vehicle is equipped with a diagnostic module, which records information about the air bag system. The module records information ab

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

Lap Belt To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug. I I -- When yo~~ sit in a center seating position, you have a

Rear Seat Passengers Lap-Shoulder Belt It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the

When the lap belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way and start again. If the belt is not long enough, se

To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Kear shoulder belt comfor

edge of the seatback. Here is how you should install the comfort guides on the shoulder belts: 1. Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge

I BUICK GENERAL MOTORS, GM and the GM Emblem, BUICK, and the BUICK Emblem are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includ

5. Buckle the belt around the child, and make sure that both the lap belt and the shoulder belt are secured properly. Make sure that the shoulder be

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Child Restraints Be sure to follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or

Wherever you install it, be sure to secure the child restraint properly. Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a colli

If you need to have an anchor installed, you can ask your Buick dealer to put it in for you. If you want to install an anchor yourself, your dealer

4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. Pull

6. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. Securing a Child Restraint in the Cent

See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. 1. Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pullin

7. Push and pull the child restraint in different Securing a Child Restraint in the Right directions to be sure it is secure. If the

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You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. 1. 2. 3. 4. Because your vehicle ha

6. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 7. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the retractor w

Larger Children Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. If you have the choice, a child should sit next

What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face

Wherever the child sits, the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the child’s thighs. This applies belt for

Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, y

NOTES

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

I The ignition keys are for the ignition only. When a new LeSabre is delivered, the dealer removed the plugs from the keys, and gives them to the fi

Door Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle: From the door key. outside: Use your From the inside: To lock the door, slide the l

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

Power Door Locks (Option) Push the power door lock switch to lock or unlock all the doors at once. Rear Door Security Lock Your Buick is equipped

If you don’t cancel the security lock feature, adults or older children who ride in the rear won’t be able to open the rear door from the inside. Yo

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

You can match a transmitter to as many different vehicles as you own, provided they are equipped with exactly the same model system. (General Motor

Battery Replacement Under normal use, the batteries in your key chain transmitter should last about two years. You can tell the batteries aye weak i

Remote Trunk Release .. The trunk release switch in the glove box must be ON for the TRUNK button to work. This feature allows you to secure item

Theft Parking at Night Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your Buick has a number of theft deterrent features, we k

Your vehicle is equi ped with the PASS-Key I1 (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft deterrent system. PASS-Key% is a passive theft det

If you accidentally use a key that has a damaged or missing resistor pellet, the starter won’t work and the SECURITY light will flash. But you

Ignition Key Positions Your square- headed key operates your ignition lock. I E With the ignition key in the ignition switch, you can turn the swit

Durant also created a racing team that won 500 racing trophies in 1909 and 19 10, including successes at Indianapolis two years before the Indy 5

LOCK (B): Before you put the key in, your ignition will be in the LOCK position. This position locks your ignition, steering wheel and transaxle. It

2. 3. If it doesn’t start right away, hold your key in START for about three to five seconds at a time until your engine starts. Wait abo

Driving Through Deep Standing Water NOTICE: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through your engin

NOTICE: Automatic Transaxle After you’ve used the coolant heater, be sure to store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine

Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) range before starting the engine. Your Buick has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to f

NOTICE: Damage to your transaxle caused by shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the engine racing isn’t covered by your warranty

SECOND GEAR (2): This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy. You can use SECOND (2) on hills. It can help control your speed as you

Parking Brake This vehicle has a PUSH TO RELEASE parking brake pedal. To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your

i Shifting Into PARK (P) 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. I' Pull the lever toward you. 2-22

Move the lever up as far as it will go. Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running 3. Move the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Remove the key and

In World War 11, Buick built aircraft engines, tanks and other military hardware. This post-war period brought great styling and engineering changes

Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force

Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust 2-25

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

Power Windows Horn Your power window controls are on the armrest. The switch for the driver's window has an express-down feature. Hold the swit

'Ihrn SignaYMultifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your: 0 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator 0

To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever until the green arrow starts to flash. Hold it there until you complete your l

For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to MIST. Hold it there until the wipers start, then let go. The wipers will stop after one cycle. If you

NOTICE: When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer instructions for adding water. Don’t mix water with ready to use washer flu

If your vehicle is in cruise control when the optional traction control system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disen

To Resume a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off the c

1962 Buick Special Built inside the walls of the old buildings in Buick’s former Flint complex, which formed the cornerstone of General Motors, Buick

To Reduce Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control: 1. Push in the button at the end o

LamDs Panel Lights These switches control these systems: 0 0 0 0 0 0 Headlamps Taillamps Parking Lamps License Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Instrumen

d Front Seat Reading Lamps (Option) Rear Seat Reading Lamps (Option) Front seat reading lamps are turned on or off by pressing The l

Courtesy Lamps When any door is opened, several lamps go on. They make it easy for you to enter and leave the car. You also can turn these lam

Mirrors Outside Mirrors Inside Mirror When you are sitting in a comfortable driving position, adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind your

Power Mirror Adjust If your Buick has the optional power mirror, the mirror control is located on the driver’s door. Move the switch in the m

Convenience Net (Option) Your vehicle may have a convenience net. You'll see it just inside the back wall of the trunk. Put small loads, like gro

Visor Vanity Mirror (Option) This mirror is on the larger of the passenger's sun visors. The lamps turn on when the mirror cover is opene

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

The Instrument Panel: Your Information System Your instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your car is running. You’ll know