Buick 2002 LeSabre Owner's Manual

1-4If you have the independent front cushion moved downas far as it will go, you may feel the lumbar supporthigher in your back. Readjust the location

2-37If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid anaccident. If the arrows don’t go on at all when yousignal a turn, check the fuse (see “Fuses a

2-38Windshield WipersThe windshield wipers are controlled by turning theband marked WIPER.For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to MIST. Holdit the

2-39Rainsense II Wipers (If Equipped)The moisture sensor is mounted on the interior of thewindshield below the rearview mirror and is used toautomati

2-40Windshield WasherAt the top of the turn signal/multifunction lever, there’sa paddle with the word PUSH on it. To spray washerfluid on the windshie

2-41CAUTION:Cruise control can be dangerous where you can’t drive safely at a steady speed. So, don’t use your cruise control onwinding roads or in he

2-42Resuming a Set SpeedSuppose you set your cruise control at a desired speedand then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts offthe cruise contr

2-43Using Cruise Control on HillsHow well your cruise control will work on hills dependsupon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills.When goin

2-44Wiper-Activated HeadlampsThis feature turns on the low-beam headlamps,instrument panel cluster backlighting and taillampswhen the Twilight Sentine

2-45When the DRL are on, only your high-beam headlampswill be on. The parking lamps, taillamps, sidemarkerand other lamps won’t be on.When it is dark

2-46The exterior lamps can be completely shut off while the vehicle is in PARK (P) by sliding the TwilightSentinel lever all the way toward OFF, and r

1-5To recall your memory positions, your vehicle must be inPARK (P). Push and release the MEMORY button (1 or 2)corresponding to the desired driving p

2-47Interior LampsInstrument Panel Brightness ControlThe lever for this feature islocated to the left of thesteering column.The brightness of the inst

2-48Theater DimmingThis feature allows for a three to five-second fade out ofthe courtesy lamps instead of immediate turn off.Delayed Exit LightingIf

2-49To turn the feature on, do the following:1. Close all the doors and turn the ignition on. Keep alldoors closed throughout this procedure.2. Press

2-50Battery Load ManagementThe battery load management feature is designed tomonitor the vehicle’s electrical load and determine whenthe battery is in

2-51Electrochromic Day/Night Rearview Mirrorwith Compass (If Equipped)Your vehicle may have an electrochromic insiderearview mirror with a compass. Yo

2-52The mirror can be calibrated in one of two ways:Drive the vehicle in circles at 5 mph (8 km/h) or lessuntil the display reads a direction, ordrive

2-53Power Remote Control MirrorsThe controls for the powerremote mirrors are locatedon the driver’s door armrest.Press the left or right side of the L

2-54Convex Outside MirrorYour passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convexmirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat.CAUTION

2-55Front Center ConsoleYour vehicle has a center console with two storagecompartments and cupholders. The cupholders haveremovable liners to hold bev

2-56To use a lighter, push the center all the way in and let it go. When it is ready, the center will pop back out byitself. Pull out the entire unit

1-6Heated Seats (Option)Press this button to turn on the heating element in the seat.The heated seat buttons are located on the driver’sand front pass

2-57Your vehicle may have a small cap that must be pulleddown to access the auxiliary power outlet. If it does,when not using the outlet be sure to co

2-58OnStar System (If Equipped)OnStar is a vehicle communications system that offers a variety of services and provides a one-touchhands-free communi

2-59The light will be red in the event of an OnStar systemmalfunction. If this occurs press the OnStar Servicesbutton to attempt to contact an advisor

2-60Vehicle Locator Service: To contact the center, call1-888-4-ONSTAR. You will be required to provide yoursecurity information. An advisor will send

2-61Sunroof (Option)The sunroof has both manual and express features foropening the glass panel and sunshade.If your vehicle has thisoption, the switc

2-62HomeLink Transmitter (If Equipped)This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) th

2-63Programming the HomeLink TransmitterDo not use the HomeLink Transmitter with any garagedoor opener that does not have the “stop and reverse”safety

2-64Training a Garage Opener with a “RollingCode” Feature (If Equipped)If you have not previously programmed the hand-heldtransmitter to HomeLink, see

2-65Canadian ProgrammingCanadian Owners: During programming, thehand-held transmitter may automatically stoptransmitting after two seconds. In this ca

2-66The Instrument Panel -- Your Information System

1-7But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving.CAUTION:Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle isin motion can be dangerous.

2-67The main components of your instrument panel are the following:A. Air OutletsB. Driver Information Center Buttons (If Equipped)C. Turn Signal/Mult

2-68Instrument Panel ClustersYour instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know howfast yo

2-69Cluster with Tachometer (United States version shown, Canada similar)

2-70Speedometer and OdometerYour speedometer lets you see your speed in both milesper hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Yourodometer shows ho

2-71Warning Lights, Gages and IndicatorsThis part describes the warning lights and gages thatmay be on your vehicle. The pictures will help youlocate

2-72Air Bag Readiness LightThere is an air bag readiness light on the instrumentpanel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks theair bag’s electrical

2-73Battery System Warning LightWhen you turn the key toRUN, this light will turn on briefly to show that the generator and batterycharging systems ar

2-74If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off theroad and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal isharder to push. Or, the pedal ma

2-75Traction Control System Warning Light (Option)This warning light shouldcome on briefly when theengine is started.If the warning light doesn’t come

2-76Engine Coolant Temperature GageThis gage shows the enginecoolant temperature. If thepointer moves into theshaded area, the engine is too hot.A tem

1-8Head RestraintsSlide the head restraint up or down so that the top of therestraint is closest to the top of your head. This positionreduces the cha

2-77NOTICE:If you keep driving your vehicle with this lighton, after a while, your emission controls may notwork as well, your fuel economy may not be

2-78If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see “If the Light Is On Steady” following.If the light continues to flash, when it is safe to d

2-79Emissions Inspection and Maintenance ProgramsSome state/provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission contro

2-80When this light comes on and stays on, and a chimesounds, it means oil isn’t going through the engineproperly. The oil could be low, or there migh

2-81Cruise LightThe CRUISE light comeson when you set thevehicle’s cruise control. See “Cruise Control” in the Index.Fuel GageUnited States CanadaThe

2-82Driver Information Center (DIC) (If Equipped)Your vehicle may be equipped with a DriverInformation Center (DIC). The DIC will displayinformation a

2-83FUEL INFO (Information): Press this button todisplay fuel information.Press the FUEL INFO button until the display showsFUEL ECONOMY AVERAGE. Aver

2-84Press the GAGE INFO button until the display showsBATTERY STATE. If the voltage is normal the displaywill show BATTERY STATE NORMAL. If the voltag

2-85DIC Warnings and MessagesOther messages or warnings may appear in the DICdisplay. For Canadian drivers, in addition to the DICmessage your DIC wil

2-86When the STABILITY SYSTEM ACTIVE message ison, you should continue to steer in the direction youwant to go. The system is designed to help you in

1-9CAUTION:It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision,people riding in these areas are more like

2-87Use the following steps for personal choiceprogramming instructions.1. Turn the ignition on and keep the transaxle in PARK (P).2. Inform the DIC w

2-88If you choose ON for AUTO DOOR LOCKS, ON forUNLOCK and PARK, your doors will lock every timeyou shift out of PARK (P), and the doors will unlockev

2-89Security FeedbackBy choosing different combinations of these selections,you can choose the type of transmitter activatedfeedback when locking and

2-90Perimeter LightingWhen the button with the unlock symbol on the remotekeyless entry transmitter is pressed, the DRL(high-beams at reduced intensit

2-91EXIT: Choose ON when the SEAT RECALL choiceappears, and then choose EXIT when the RECALLPOSITION choice appears. The seat will move whenyou enter

2-92Head-Up Display (HUD) (If Equipped)CAUTION:If the HUD image is too bright, or too high inyour field of view, it may take you more time tosee thing

2-93Be sure to continue scanning your displays, controls anddriving environment just as you would in a vehiclewithout HUD. If you never look at your i

2-943. Now press the image height adjuster switch toposition the image as low as possible, while stillkeeping it in full view.4. Slide the dimmer leve

3-3-1Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio SystemsIn this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with yo

3-2Comfort ControlsThis section describes how to operate your climatecontrol system. With this system, you can control theheating, cooling and ventila

1-10Why Safety Belts WorkWhen 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.Put

3-3VENT: This setting directs outside air through theinstrument panel outlets. The air conditioningcompressor is not working when VENT is selected. If

3-4Dual Automatic ComforTempClimate Control (If Equipped)TEMP (Temperature): To manually adjust thetemperature inside the vehicle, push the TEMP arrow

3-5OFF: If the passenger comfort control is turned on, itcan be turned off by pressing the OFF button once.Pressing the OFF button a second time will

3-6Passenger Climate Control (If Equipped)If your vehicle is equipped with the Dual AutomaticComforTemp system, the front seat passenger cancontrol t

3-7Sun and temperature sensors automatically adjust the airtemperature, the airflow direction and the fan speed tomaintain your temperature setting. T

3-8To program a personal choice climate control setting, do the following:1. Choose a temperature setting for the driver and ifdesired, for the passen

3-9On sunny days, when the air is moderately warm orcool, use Bi-Level to deliver warm air to the floor ductsand cooler air to the instrument panel ou

3-10Defogging and DefrostingIf you have the electronic touch system, press theFRONT button and adjust the TEMPERATURE levertoward WARM and the FAN lev

3-11NOTICE:Do not try to clear frost or other material fromthe inside of the rear window with a razor bladeor anything else that is sharp. This may da

3-12Ventilation TipsKeep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow orany other obstruction such as leaves. The heater anddefroster will work bett

1-11Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The riderdoesn’t stop.The person keeps going until stopped by something.In a real vehicle, it could be

3-13Audio SystemsYour audio system has been designed to operate easilyand give years of listening pleasure. You will get themost enjoyment out of it i

3-14Finding a StationAM FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1and FM2. The display shows your selection.TUNE: Turn this knob clockwise to tun

3-15Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)AUDIO: Push and release AUDIO until BASS appearson the display. Then turn the AUDIO knob clockwise toincrease bass.

3-16Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the right andleft speakers, push and release AUDIO until BALappears on t

3-17If you want to insert a tape when the ignition or radio isoff, first press the eject button or DISP. Cassette tapeadapter kits for portable compac

3-18Cassette Tape MessagesIf an error message appears while trying to play a cassettetape, it could be for one of the following reasons:TIGHT TAPE: Th

3-19AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Playerwith Automatic Tone Control and RadioData Systems (RDS) (If Equipped)Playing the RadioPWR (Power): Push this

3-20To scan preset stations, press and hold one of the SEEKarrows for more than four seconds until PSCAN and thepreset number appear on the display. Y

3-21Push and release AUDIO until TREBLE appears on thedisplay. Then turn the AUDIO knob clockwise toincrease treble. TREBLE and a positive number will

3-22To adjust balance or fade to the middle position, selectBAL or FADE. Then push and hold AUDIO for morethan two seconds until you hear a beep. The

1-12or 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 over more

3-23Finding a PTY StationP-TYP (Program Type): This button is used to turn on and off Program Type (PTY) select. The P-TYPEsymbol will appear on the d

3-24RDS MessagesALERT!: This type of announcement warns of nationalor local emergencies. You will not be able to turn offalert announcements. ALERT! a

3-25Playing a Compact DiscInsert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. Theplayer will pull it in. The disc should begin playing. Ifyou want to

3-26Compact Disc ErrorsCHECK CD: If this message appears on the radiodisplay, it could be due to one of the following reasons:The road is too rough. T

3-27DISP (Display): Press this button to display the stationbeing played or to display the clock. The clock can bedisplayed with the ignition on or of

3-28Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)AUDIO: Push and release AUDIO until BASS appearson the display. Then turn the AUDIO knob clockwise toincrease bass.

3-29Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the right andleft speakers, push and release AUDIO until BALappears on t

3-30When you are tuned to an RDS station, the station name will appear on the display, instead of thefrequency. Most RDS stations provide their statio

3-31RDS MessagesALERT!: This type of announcement warns of nationalor local emergencies. You will not be able to turn offalert announcements. ALERT! a

3-32Playing a Cassette TapeThe longer side with the tape visible should face to theright. If the ignition and the radio are on, the tape can beinserte

1-13Here Are Questions Many People AskAbout Safety Belts -- and the AnswersQ:Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after anaccident if I’m wearing a safet

3-33CD TAPE: Press this button to play a cassette tape or aCD when listening to the radio. (Eject): Press this button to eject a tape.Cassette Tape Me

3-34Playing a Compact DiscInsert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. Theplayer will pull it in. The disc should begin playing. Ifyou want to

3-35Compact Disc ErrorsCHECK CD: If this message appears on the radiodisplay, it could be due to one of the following reasons:The road is too rough. T

3-36You must first load the magazine with discs before you can play a compact disc. Each of the 12 trays holds one disc. Slide the button on the top o

3-37Close the door by sliding it all the way to the right.When the door is closed, the changer will beginchecking for discs in the magazine. This will

3-384 RDM (Random): Press this pushbutton to enter therandom play mode. RAND will appear on the display.While in this mode, tracks and discs will be p

3-39Compact Disc Changer ErrorsE (Error): If this message and a number appear on thedisplay, an error has occurred.If the error occurred while trying

3-40Theft-Deterrent Feature (If Equipped)THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of yourradio. It works by using a secret code to disable all radio

3-41SEEK : Press the up arrow to seek to the next stationand the down arrow to seek to the previous station. Thesound will mute while seeking. When pl

3-42NOTICE:Before you add any sound equipment to yourvehicle -- like a tape player, CB radio, mobiletelephone or two-way radio -- be sure you canadd w

i2002 Buick LeSabreOwner’s ManualLitho in U.S.A. Copyright General Motors Corporation 06/08/01Part Number 25728657 A First Edition All Rights Reserved

1-14How to Wear Safety Belts ProperlyAdultsThis part is only for people of adult size.Be aware that there are special things to know about safetybelts

3-43When cleaning the cassette tape player with therecommended non-abrasive cleaning cassette, it ispossible that the cassette may eject, because the

3-44Diversity Antenna SystemYour AM-FM antennas are located in the frontwindshield and rear window. Be sure that the insidesurfaces of the front winds

4-4-1Section 4 Your Driving and the RoadHere you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We’v

4-2Defensive DrivingThe best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively.Please start with a very important safety device in yourvehicl

4-3Drunken DrivingDeath and injury associated with drinking and driving isa national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway death tol

4-4It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, ifthe same person drank three double martinis (3 ouncesor 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour

4-5The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcoholin one drink. No amount of coffee or number of coldshowers will speed that up. “I’ll be ca

4-6Control of a VehicleYou have three systems that make your vehicle go whereyou want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering andthe accelerator.

4-7Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavybraking -- rather than keeping pace with traffic.

4-8Let’s say the road is wet and you’re driving safely.Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes and continue braking. Her

1-154. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks.Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “

4-9Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you needto get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decreasestopping distance. If you get too clos

4-10This light should come on briefly when you startthe engine. If it stays on or comes on while you are driving, there’s aproblem with your traction

4-11SteeringPower SteeringIf you lose power steering assist because the enginestops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take m

4-12Steering in EmergenciesThere are times when steering can be more effectivethan braking. For example, you come over a hill andfind a truck stopped

4-13Off-Road RecoveryYou may find that your right wheels have dropped off theedge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving.If the level of the

4-14Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For onething, following too closely reduces your area o

4-15Loss of ControlLet’s review what driving experts say about what happenswhen the three control systems (brakes, steering andacceleration) don’t hav

4-16Driving at NightNight driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired -- by alcohol or drugs

4-17No one can see as well at night as in the daytime. But aswe get older these differences increase. A 50-year-olddriver may require at least twice a

4-18Driving in Rain and on Wet RoadsRain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wetroad, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well becauseyour

1-16Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearlyas much protection this way.CAUTION:You can be seriously hurt if

4-19Driving too fast through large water puddles or evengoing through some car washes can cause problems, too.The water may affect your brakes. Try to

4-20Driving Through Deep Standing WaterNOTICE:If you drive too quickly through deep puddles orstanding water, water can come in through yourengine’s a

4-21City DrivingOne of the biggest problems with city streets is theamount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out forwhat the other drivers are

4-22Freeway DrivingMile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways,expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safestof all roads. But th

4-23Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain youallow a reasonable following distance. Expect to moveslightly slower at night.When you want to

4-24Highway HypnosisIs there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”?Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call ithighway hypnosis,

4-25If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’replanning to visit there, here are some tips that can makeyour trips safer and more enjoyable.

4-26Winter DrivingHere are some tips for winter driving:Have your vehicle in good shape for winter.You may want to put winter emergency supplies inyou

4-27Driving on Snow or IceMost of the time, those places where your tires meet theroad probably have good traction.However, if there is snow or ice be

4-28Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stabilitywhen you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Eventhough you have the anti-lock braking syst

1-17Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.CAUTION:You can be seriously injured if your belt isbuckled in the wrong place

4-29Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police thatyou’ve been stopped by the snow.Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you.If you have

4-30Then, shut the engine off and close the window almostall the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine againand repeat this only when you feel re

4-31Dinghy TowingNOTICE:Towing your vehicle with all four wheels on theground will damage drivetrain components.Your vehicle was not designed to be to

4-32Loading Your VehicleTwo labels on your vehicle show how much weight itmay properly carry. The Tire-Loading Information labelfound on the rear edge

4-33CAUTION:Do not load your vehicle any heavier than theGVWR, or either the maximum front or rearGAWR. If you do, parts on your vehicle canbreak, and

4-34Towing a TrailerCAUTION:If you don’t use the correct equipment and driveproperly, you can lose control when you pull atrailer. For example, if the

4-35If You Do Decide To Pull A TrailerIf you do, here are some important points:There are many different laws, including speed limitrestrictions, havi

4-36Weight of the Trailer TongueThe tongue load (A) of any trailer is an importantweight to measure because it affects the total or grossweight of you

4-37Will you have to make any holes in the body of yourvehicle when you install a trailer hitch? If you do,then be sure to seal the holes later when y

4-38Following DistanceStay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer.This can help you a

1-18Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It shouldbe worn over the shoulder at all times.CAUTION:You can be seriously

4-39When towing a trailer, the arrows on your instrumentpanel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailerare burned out. Thus, you may think

4-40When You Are Ready to Leave AfterParking on a Hill1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal downwhile you:start your engine,shift into a gea

5-5-1Section 5 Problems on the RoadHere you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road.5-2 Hazard Warning Flashers5-2 Other War

5-2Hazard Warning FlashersYour hazard warning flashers let you warn others. Theyalso let police know you have a problem. Your front andrear turn signa

5-3Jump StartingIf your vehicle’s battery has run down, you may want touse another vehicle and some jumper cables to start yourvehicle. Be sure to use

5-41. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-voltbattery with a negative ground system.NOTICE:If the other system isn’t a 12-volt system with aneg

5-5Access the remote positive (+) terminal byremoving the cover.You will not see the battery of your vehicle under thehood. It is located under the re

5-6CAUTION:Fans or other moving engine parts can injure youbadly. Keep your hands away from moving partsonce the engine is running.5. Check that the j

5-77. Don’t let the other endtouch metal. Connect itto the positive (+)terminal of the goodbattery. Use a remotepositive (+) terminal ifthe vehicle ha

5-89. Connect the other endof the negative (-) cableat least 18 inches(45 cm) away from thedead battery, but notnear engine parts thatmove. The electr

1-19Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The belt is twisted across the body.CAUTION:You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. Ina crash, you wouldn’t h

5-9Jumper Cable RemovalA. Dead Battery or Remote Positive (+) TerminalB. Good Battery or Remote Positive (+) and RemoteNegative (-) TerminalsC. Heavy,

5-10Engine OverheatingYou will find a warning light about a hot engine as wellas an engine coolant temperature gage on your vehicle’sinstrument panel

5-11If No Steam Is Coming From Your EngineIf you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear nosteam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes

5-12Cooling SystemWhen you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s whatyou’ll see:A. Coolant Recovery TankB. Radiator Pressure CapC. Electric Engine

5-13The coolant level should be at or above the FULLCOLD mark (if the engine is hot, the coolant levelshould be at FULL HOT). If it isn’t, you may hav

5-14How to Add Coolant to the CoolantRecovery TankIf you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant levelisn’t at the FULL COLD mark, add a 50/50 mi

5-15CAUTION:You can be burned if you spill coolant on hotengine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycoland it will burn if the engine parts are hoteno

5-16How to Add Coolant to the Radiator1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when thecooling system, including the radiator pressure capand upper

5-17A. Clean the area around the engine oil fill tube and capbefore removing. Twist the oil fill tube, with capattached, counterclockwise and remove i

5-185. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX-COOLcoolant mixture, up to the base of the filler neck. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for moreinforma

1-20To 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

5-1910. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel theupper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for theengine cooling fans.11. By this time,

5-20If a Tire Goes FlatIt’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving,especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goesout of a

5-21The following steps will tell you how to use the jack andchange a tire.Removing the Spare Tire and ToolsThe equipment you’ll need is located in th

5-224. Unscrew the wing nuts to remove the container thatholds the wrench and jack.5. Remove the wheel wrench, jack and the spare tirefrom the trunk.T

5-23Removing the Flat Tire and Installing theSpare Tire1. Use the wheel wrench to loosen the wheel nuts, butdon’t remove them yet.2. The jack has a bo

5-244. Put the jack into a notch in the frame which islocated near each wheel well. The front notch iseight inches (20 cm) back from the front wheel w

5-255. Raise the vehicle by turning the wheel wrenchclockwise in the jack. Raise the vehicle far enoughso there’s enough room for the spare tire to fi

5-26CAUTION:Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If youdo, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel couldfall off, causing a serious accident.8. Pla

5-27CAUTION:Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightenedwheel nuts can cause the wheel to become looseand even come off. This could lead to an acciden

5-28Storing the Flat Tire and ToolsCAUTION:Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in thepassenger compartment of the vehicle couldcause injury. In

1-21The best way to protect the fetus is to protect themother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s morelikely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a

5-29Storing the Spare Tire and ToolsCAUTION:Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in thepassenger compartment of the vehicle couldcause injury. In

5-30Compact Spare TireAlthough the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time.Check the inflation p

5-31If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or SnowIn order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you willneed to spin the wheels, but you don’t want to s

6-6-1Section 6 Service and Appearance CareHere you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel inf

6-2ServiceYour dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you tobe happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer forall your service needs. You’ll get

6-3CAUTION:You can be injured and your vehicle could bedamaged if you try to do service work on avehicle without knowing enough about it.Be sure you h

6-4Gasoline SpecificationsIt is recommended that gasoline meet specificationswhich were developed by the American AutomobileManufacturers Association

6-5AdditivesSome gasolines that are not reformulated for lowemissions may contain an octane-enhancing additivecalled methylcyclopentadienyl manganese

6-6Filling Your TankCAUTION:Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burnsviolently, and that can cause very bad injuries.Don’t smoke if you’re near gas

6-7CAUTION:If you get gasoline on yourself and thensomething ignites it, you could be badly burned.Gasoline can spray out on you if you open thefuel c

1-22Here are the most important things to know about the air bag systems:CAUTION:You can be severely injured or killed in a crash ifyou aren’t wearing

6-8Filling a Portable Fuel ContainerCAUTION:Never fill a portable fuel container while it is inyour vehicle. Static electricity discharge from thecont

6-9Hood ReleaseTo open the hood, do the following:1. Pull the hood releasehandle inside thevehicle. It is located nextto the parking brakepedal near t

6-10Engine Compartment OverviewWhen you open the hood on the 3800 (L36) engine, you’ll see:A. Engine Compartment Fuse BlockB. Windshield Washer Fluid

6-11Engine OilIf the ENGINE OIL LOW-CHECK LEVEL DICmessage appears on theinstrument cluster, it meansyou need to check yourengine oil level right away

6-12Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes todrain back into the oil pan. If you don’t, the oil dipstickmight not show the actual level.

6-13What Kind of Engine Oil to UseOils recommended for your vehicle can be identified bylooking for the starburst symbol.This symbol indicates that th

6-14SAE 10W-30 is best for your vehicle. However, you canuse SAE 5W-30 if it’s going to be colder than 60 F(16 C) before your next oil change. When it

6-15When to Change Engine Oil (Vehicles Withthe GM Oil Life System Option)If so equipped, your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when

6-16What to Do with Used OilUsed engine oil contains certain elements that may beunhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer.Don’t let used oi

6-172. Remove the air intake hose that is snapped over thethrottle body by pulling the hose upward and awayfrom the throttle body which is located nea

1-23CAUTION:Anyone who is up against, or very close to, anyair bag when it inflates can be seriously injuredor killed. Air bags plus lap-shoulder belt

6-185. Check or replace the engine air cleaner/filter.6. Reinstall the rear section of the engine aircleaner/filter housing.7. Reconnect the electrica

6-19Passenger Compartment Air Filter(If Equipped)If your vehicle has this feature, the outside air enteringthe vehicle is routed through a filter. The

6-20Automatic Transaxle FluidWhen to Check and ChangeA good time to check your automatic transaxle fluidlevel is when the engine oil is changed.Change

6-21To get the right reading, the fluid should be at normaloperating temperature, which is 180 F to 200 F (82 C to 93 C).Get the vehicle warmed up by

6-222. Push it back in all the way, wait three seconds andthen pull it back out again.3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. T

6-23Engine CoolantThe cooling system in your vehicle is filled withDEX-COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designedto remain in your vehicle for 5 y

6-24What to UseUse a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water andone-half DEX-COOL coolant which won’t damagealuminum parts. If you use this coolan

6-25Checking CoolantThe engine coolant recoverytank is located in the enginecompartment on thepassenger’s side of thevehicle. See “EngineCompartment O

6-26Radiator Pressure CapNOTICE:Your radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa)pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed toprevent coolant loss and poss

6-27How to Check Power Steering FluidTurn the key off, let the engine compartment cool down,wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean, thenunscr

iiGENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, BUICK,the BUICK Emblem and the name LESABRE areregistered trademarks of General Motors Corporation.This manual in

1-24How the Air Bag Systems WorkWhere are the air bags?The driver’s frontal air bag is in the middle of thesteering wheel.The right front passenger’s

6-28Adding Washer FluidOpen the cap with thewasher symbol on it. Add washer fluid until the tank is full.NOTICE:When using concentrated washer fluid,f

6-29BrakesBrake FluidYour brake mastercylinder reservoir is onthe driver’s side of theengine compartment. It is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid.See “Eng

6-30What to AddWhen you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brakefluid. Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only. See “Recommended Fluids and

6-31Brake WearYour vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes.Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that makea high-pitched warning sound when the bra

6-32Replacing Brake System PartsThe braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its manyparts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehi

6-33To be sure the vent hose (A) is properly attached, thevent hose connectors (B) must be securely reattached to the vent outlets (C) on each side of

6-34Bulb ReplacementFor any bulb changing procedure not listed in thissection, contact your dealer.For the bulb types to be used in the followingproce

6-354. Turn the bulb retainer counterclockwise to remove itfrom the bulb assembly. Pull the bulb straight outfrom the retainer.5. Push the new bulb st

6-36If your vehicle is damaged in an accident, the headlampaim may be affected. Aim adjustment to the low beammay be necessary if it is difficult to s

6-37If you believe your headlamps need horizontal(left/right) adjustment, follow the horizontal aimingprocedure. If you believe your headlamps need on

1-25The right front passenger’s side impact air bag is in theside of the passenger’s seatback closest to the door.CAUTION:If something is between an o

6-38Headlamp Vertical AimingNOTICE:Horizontal aiming must be performed beforemaking any adjustments to the vertical aim.Adjusting the vertical aim fir

6-39NOTICE:Do not cover a headlamp to improve beamcut-off when aiming. Covering a headlamp maycause excessive heat build-up which may causedamage to t

6-40Front Turn SignalOnce the headlamp assembly has been removed fromthe vehicle, the front turn signal bulbs can be accessed.1. Reach down into the s

6-412. Pull out the assembly. 3. Push in the tab and turn the bulb socketcounterclockwise to remove it.4. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.5

6-42Rear Turn Signals, Stoplamps andTaillamps1. Open the trunk. Turn the screws located just insideof the trunk counterclockwise and remove them.2. Re

6-43Windshield Wiper Blade ReplacementWindshield wiper blades should be inspected at leasttwice a year for wear or cracking. See “Wiper BladeCheck” in

6-44TiresYour new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made bya leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questionsabout your tire warranty and whe

6-45Inflation -- Tire PressureThe Tire-Loading Information label, which is on therear edge of the driver’s door, shows the correctinflation pressures

6-46Check Tire Pressure System (If Equipped)The check tire pressure system can alert you to a largechange in the pressure of one tire. The system won’

6-47To reset (calibrate) the system:1. Turn the ignition switch to RUN.2. Press the GAGE INFO button on the DIC until TIRE PRESSURE appears on the dis

1-26In addition, your vehicle has “dual stage” frontal air bags,which adjust the amount of restraint according to crashseverity. For moderate frontal

6-48Don’t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation.After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front andrear inflation pressures as show

6-49Buying New TiresTo find out what kind and size of tires you need, look atthe Tire-Loading Information label.The tires installed on your vehicle wh

6-50Uniform Tire Quality GradingQuality grades can be found where applicable on the tiresidewall between tread shoulder and maximum sectionwidth. For

6-51Temperature -- A, B, CThe temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,representing the tire’s resistance to the generation ofheat and its abi

6-52If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel boltsor wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM originalequipment parts. This way, you will be

6-53Tire ChainsNOTICE:Use tire chains only where legal and only whenyou must. Use only SAE Class “S” type chainsthat are the proper size for your tire

6-54Cleaning the Inside of Your VehicleUse a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loosedirt. Wipe vinyl, leather, plastic and painted surfacesw

6-553. If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine, treat the area with a water/baking soda solution: 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of baking soda to 1 cup (

6-56Care of Safety BeltsKeep belts clean and dry.CAUTION:Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, itmay severely weaken them. In a crash, theymig

6-57Cleaning the Outside of theWindshield and Wiper BladesIf the windshield is not clear after using the windshieldwasher, or if the wiper blade chatt

1-27How does an air bag restrain?In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions,even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel orthe i

6-58Cleaning Exterior Lamps/LensesUse only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a carwashing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Followinstru

6-59Cleaning Aluminum orChrome-Plated Wheels (If Equipped)Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean w

6-60Finish DamageAny stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finishshould be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrodequickly and may devel

6-61GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials

6-62Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears ona plate in the front corner of the instrument panel

6-63Electrical SystemAdd-On Electrical EquipmentNOTICE:Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unlessyou check with your dealer first. Some elec

6-64Engine Compartment Fuse BlockThe engine compartmentfuse block is located nearthe front on the passenger’sside of the vehicle. See “Engine Compartm

6-65Minifuse Usage10 Left High-Beam Headlamp11 Ignition 112 Not Used13 Transaxle14 Cruise Control15 Direct Ignition System16 Injector Bank #217 Not Us

6-66Maxibreaker Usage41 Starter MaxiFuses Usage42 A.I.R.43 Empty44 ABS45 Not Used46 Cooling Fan 247 Cooling Fan 1Spare Fuses Usage48 Spare49 Spare50

6-67CAUTION:A safety belt that isn’t properly routed throughthe seat cushion or is twisted won’t provide theprotection needed in a crash. If the safet

1-28Your vehicle has a feature that will automatically unlockthe doors and turn the interior lamps on when the airbags inflate (if battery power is av

6-68Rear Underseat Fuse BlockThe rear fuse block islocated beneath the rear seat on the driver’s side.The rear seat cushion mustbe removed to access t

6-69Minifuses Usage18 Rear Door Module19 Stoplamp20 Park/Reverse21 Audio22 Retained Accessory Power (RAP)23 Not Used24 Not Used25 Passenger Door Modul

6-70Micro Relays Usage49 Ignition 350 Fuel Tank Door Release51 Interior Lamps52 Trunk Release53 Front Courtesy Lamps54 Not Used55 Electronic Level Con

6-71Replacement BulbsFront Exterior Lamps Bulb NumberHeadlampsLow Beam 9006. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . High Beam 9005. . .

6-72Air Conditioning Refrigerant CapacityIf you do your own service work, you’ll need the properservice manual. See “Doing Your Own Service Work” inth

7-7-1Section 7 Maintenance ScheduleThis section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safe

7-2Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plansupplements your new vehicle warranties. See yourWarranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your d

7-3How This Section is OrganizedThis maintenance schedule is divided into five parts:“Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” explainswhat to have don

7-4Part A: Scheduled Maintenance ServicesUsing Your Maintenance ScheduleWe at General Motors want to help you keep yourvehicle in good working conditi

Scheduled Maintenance7-5Short Trip/City DefinitionFollow the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance ifany one of these conditions is true for your vehi

1-29Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped VehicleAir bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced.There are parts of the air bag systems in several place

Scheduled Maintenance7-6Short Trip/City IntervalsEvery 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine AccessoryDrive Belt Inspection.Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 k

Scheduled Maintenance7-7Long Trip/Highway IntervalsEvery 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and FilterChange (or every 12 months, whichever occurs fi

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-8The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles(166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles(166

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-9When the system has calculated that oil life has beendiminished, it will indicate that an oil change isnecessa

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-103,000 Miles (5 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission C

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-1115,000 Miles (25 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-1224,000 Miles (40 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-1333,000 Miles (55 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-1445,000 Miles (75 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-1551,000 Miles (85 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).An Emission

1-30When you sit in the center front seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch pla

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-1660,000 Miles (100 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emissio

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-1769,000 Miles (115 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emissio

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-1878,000 Miles (130 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emissio

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-1990,000 Miles (150 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emissio

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-2099,000 Miles (165 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emissio

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-21150,000 Miles (240 000 km)Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service,which

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance7-22The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles(166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles(

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance7-23When the system has calculated that oil life has beendiminished, it will indicate that an oil change isnece

1-31Rear Seat PassengersIt’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up!Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rearseat are hu

1-32If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt thelatch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it.Pull up on the latch plate to make su

1-33The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug onthe hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this appliesforce to the strong pelvic bone

iiiHow to Use this ManualMany people read their owner’s manual from beginningto end when they first receive their new vehicle. If youdo this, it will

1-34Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides forChildren and Small AdultsRear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide addedsafety belt comfort for older chil

1-352. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elasticcord must be under the belt. Then, place the guideover the belt, and insert the two edges o

1-364. Buckle, position and release the safety belt asdescribed in “Rear Seat Passenger Positions” earlierin this section. Make sure that the shoulder

1-37CAUTION:People should never hold a baby in their armswhile riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weighmuch -- until a crash. During a crash a baby w

1-38CAUTION:Children who are up against, or very close to, anyair bag when it inflates can be seriously injuredor killed. Air bags plus lap-shoulder b

1-39CAUTION:Newborn infants need complete support,including support for the head and neck. This isnecessary because a newborn infant’s neck isweak and

1-40Restraint Systems for ChildrenAn infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in amotor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designed torestra

1-41A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint forthe child’s body with the harness and also sometimeswith surfaces such as T-shaped or shel

1-42Q: How do child restraints work?A: A child restraint system is any device designed foruse in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or positionchildre

1-43Where to Put the RestraintAccident statistics show that children are safer if theyare restrained in the rear rather than the front seat.General Mo

ivVehicle Damage WarningsAlso, in this book you will find these notices:NOTICE:These mean there is something that could damageyour vehicle.In the noti

1-44Top StrapSome child restraints have a top strap, or “top tether.” Itcan help restrain the child restraint during a collision.For it to work, a top

1-45Once you have the top strap anchored, you’ll be ready tosecure the child restraint itself. Tighten the top strapwhen and as the child restraint ma

1-46In order to use the system, you need either aforward-facing child restraint that has attaching points (B) at its base and a top tether anchor (C),

1-47CAUTION:If a LATCH-type child restraint isn’t attached toits anchorage points, the restraint won’t be ableto protect a child sitting there. In a c

1-48Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat PositionIf your child restraint is equipped with the LATCHsystem, see “Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers

1-49Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed.If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child’s face orneck, put it behind the child restraint

1-504. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt whileyou push down on the child restraint. If you’re usinga forward-facing child restraint, y

1-51Securing a Child Restraint in the RightFront Seat PositionYour vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Neverput a rear-facing child restraint

1-524. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button ispositioned so you would be able to unbuckle thesafety belt quickly if you ever had to.5. Pull t

1-536. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into theretractor while you push down on the child restraint.You may find it helpful to use your kn

vThese are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle:

1-54Older ChildrenOlder children who have outgrown booster seats shouldwear the vehicle’s safety belts.Q: What is the proper way to wear safety belts?

1-55CAUTION:Never do this.Here two children are wearing the same belt. Thebelt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In acrash, the two children ca

1-56CAUTION:Never do this.Here a child is sitting in a seat that has alap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behindthe child. If the child wears

1-57Safety Belt ExtenderIf the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, youshould use it.But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, yourde

2-2-1Section 2 Features and ControlsHere you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting,shif

2-2WindowsCAUTION:Leaving children in a vehicle with the windowsclosed is dangerous. A child can be overcome bythe extreme heat and can suffer permane

2-3Power WindowsThe power window controls located on the driver’s door armrest operate each of the windows while theignition is on or while Retained A

2-4KeysCAUTION:Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignitionkey is dangerous for many reasons. A child orothers could be badly injured or even kille

2-5There is a master key that works in all of the lock cylinders (driver’sdoor, trunk, ignition, and glove box).There is also a VALET key which only o

2-6Door LocksCAUTION:Unlocked doors can be dangerous.Passengers -- especially children -- can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle.W

1-1-1Section 1 Seats and Restraint SystemsHere you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly. You

2-7Central Door Unlocking SystemIf your vehicle has a theft-deterrent system, all doorswill unlock if the key is held in the outside key cylinderunloc

2-8If your vehicle is equipped with the DIC, you must useit to program this feature. See “Driver InformationCenter (DIC)” in the Index.If your vehicle

2-9Personal Choice ProgrammingThe delayed locking feature can be turned on or off.If your vehicle is equipped with the DIC, you must useit to program

2-10Opening a Rear Door When the Security Lock is On1. Unlock the door.2. Then open the door from the outside.If you don’t cancel the security lock fe

2-11This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interfere

2-12When the lock symbol is pressed, all doors will lock, theexterior lamps will flash once and the horn may sound.The trunk will unlock when the trun

2-13Security FeedbackThis feature provides feedback to the driver when thevehicle receives a command from the remote keylessentry transmitter. Feedbac

2-14This procedure only changes the mode for thetransmitter used to change this setting. The procedurewill need to be repeated for the second transmit

2-15For battery replacement, use one Duracell battery, type DL-2032, or a similar type.To replace the battery, do the following:1. Insert a coin, or

2-16TrunkCAUTION:It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lidopen because carbon monoxide (CO) gas cancome into your vehicle. You can’t see or smel

1-2Seats and Seat ControlsThis section tells you about the seats -- how to adjustthem and also about reclining seatbacks, lumbaradjustments, heated se

2-17Trunk Release HandleYour vehicle may be equipped with a truck release handle.Some early production vehicles may not have this feature.NOTICE:The t

2-18Parking at NightPark in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock yourvehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight.Put them in a storage

2-19If a door is opened without the key or remote keyless entry transmitter, the alarm will go off. Your vehicle’s lamps will flash and the horn will

2-20PASS-Key IIIYour vehicle is equippedwith the PASS-Key III(Personalized AutomotiveSecurity System)theft-deterrent system.PASS-Key III is a passive

2-21If the engine still does not start, and the key appears tobe undamaged, try another ignition key. At this time,you may also want to check the fuse

2-22New Vehicle “Break-In”NOTICE:Your vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate“break-in.” But it will perform better in the longrun if you follow these guide

2-23(B) LOCK: This is the only position in which you can remove the key. This position locks your ignition,steering wheel and transaxle. It’s a theft-

2-24Starting Your EngineMove your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).Your engine won’t start in any other position -- that’s a safety feature. To

2-25NOTICE:Your engine is designed to work with theelectronics in your vehicle. If you add electricalparts or accessories, you could change the waythe

2-26Automatic Transaxle OperationYour automatic transaxle has a shift lever located on thesteering column.PARK (P): This position locks your front whe

1-3Power Seats (If Equipped)If your vehicle has this feature, the power seat controls arelocated on the outboard side of each front seat cushion.Raise

2-27Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) beforestarting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatictransaxle shift lock control system. You have

2-28AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE ( ): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power forpassing, and you’re:Going less than about 35 mph (55 km/h)

2-29FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power(but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). You canuse it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or

2-30If you try to drive approximately 20 feet (6.1 m) withthe parking brake on, the brake light stays on and achime sounds until you release the parki

2-311. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot andset the parking brake.2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) like this:Pull the lever toward y

2-32Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine RunningCAUTION:It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with theengine running. Your vehicle could movesudde

2-33Shifting Out of PARK (P)Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lockcontrol system. You have to fully apply your regularbrake before you can

2-34Engine ExhaustCAUTION:Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gascarbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see orsmell. It can cause unconsciousness

2-35CAUTION:It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle ifthe shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with theparking brake firmly set. Your vehicle c

2-36Turn Signal/Multifunction LeverThe lever on the left side of the steering columnincludes the following:Turn Signal and Lane Change SignalsHeadlamp