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Gettir under a vehicle w1 I it is jacked up is
dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you
could be badly injured
or killed. Never get under
a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack.
NOTICE:
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 fit the
jack lift head into the proper location before
raising your vehicle.
Sedan
3. Raise the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench
clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough
off the
ground for the spare tire to fit.
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Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you
do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could
fall off, causing a serious accident.
Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface.
6. Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the
nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand
until the wheel
is held against the hub.
7. Lower the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench
counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely.
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3OAD
TIRE .--
BAG
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1.
2.
3.
4.
Place the tire, air valve up, in the tire storage area.
Remove the extension bolt from the jacking tools
bag. Secure the tire by inserting and tightening the
extension bolt through the center
of the tire into the
storage area floor.
Place the spare tire cover on the storage area, with the
jack face down over
the hole in the center of the board.
Insert the center retainer bolt through the jack and
secure it
by turning the bolt clockwise.
NOTE: The cover will not
fit flush when a flat tire is
stored
in this location.
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Wagon Spare Cover Replacement
To install the spare tire cover in your station wagon
when you are finished changing the tire:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Put the front lower corner of the cover into the floor
track. Overlap the lower rear edge of the front panel
1 (2.54 m) to 2 inches (5.08 m).
Slide the cover to the front; the tabs must go under
the rear edge.
Insert the front upper corner into the track,
at the
bottom
of the glass.
Adjust the position
of the cover to fit over the
weatherstrip. Push the panel down into the track
in
the floor.
Push the panel
to lock it into the track of the molding
at the bottom of the glass.
Compact Spare Tire
Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated
when your vehicle was new, it can
lose air after a time.
Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be
60 psi (420 kPa).
After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you
should stop as soon as possible and make sure your
spare tire is correctly inflated. The compact spare is
made to perform well at posted speed limits for
distances up to
3,000 miles (5 000 km), so you can
finish your trip and have your full-size tire repaired or
replaced where
you want. Of course, it’s best to replace
your spare with a full-size tire as soon as you can. Your
spare will last longer and be in good shape in case
you
need it again.
NOTICE:
When the compact spare is installed, don’t take
your vehicle through an automatic car wash with
guide rails. The compact spare can get caught on
the rails. That can damage the tire and wheel,
and maybe other parts
of your vehicle.
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Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns
violently, and that can cause very bad injuries.
Don’t smoke
if you’re near gasoline or refueling
your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames, and smoking
materials away from gasoline.
I ne cap is behind a hinged door on the left side of
your vehicle.
To take off the cap, turn it slowly to the left
(counterclockwise). I
If you get gasoline on yourself and then
something ignites it, you could
be badly burned.
Gasoline can spray out on you
if you open, the
fuel filler cap too quickly.
This spray can happen
if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in
hot weather. Open the fuel filler cap slowly and
wait for any “hiss” noise to stop. Then unscrew
the cap all the way.
I Be careful not to spill gasoline. Clean gasoline from
painted surfaces as soon as possible. See “Cleaning the
Outside
of Your Buick” in the Index.
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Bulb Replacement
Halpqen BIJhc
Headlamp Bulb Replacement
For the type of bulb, see “Replacement Bulbs” in
the Index.
1 A CAUTION:
Halogen bulb: ave pressu zed gas inside and
can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb.
You or
others could be injured. Take special care when
handling and disposing
of halogen bulbs.
1. Turn the bulb assembly counterclockwise one-sixth
of a turn, pressing in firmly, until the flanges align
with the slots in the retainer ring.
2. Pull out the bulb assembly.
3. Disconnect the bulb base from the wiring harness by
lifting the plastic locking tab.
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To replace the bulb
assembly:
1. Snap a new bulb into the wiring harness (A). Make
sure the locking tab
(B) is over the lock (C).
2. Install the bulb assembly by putting the small tab (D)
in the small notch in the retainer ring (E).
in place.
3. Turn the bulb assembly 1/6 turn clockwise to lock it
Front lhrn and Parking Bulb and/or
Sidemarker
Bulb Replacement
1. Raise the hood.
2. Insert a screwdriver into the loop of the spring,
which can be seen just behind the bulb assembly.
3. Pull the spring to the rear and slightly toward the
outside
of the vehicle until the detent releases from
the notch in the headlamp mounting frame.
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4. The bulb assembly is now loose. Pull it forward until
the bulb assembly can be reached.
To replace the turdparking bulb:
1. Rotate the bulb socket housing 1/4 turn
counterclockwise.
2. Push in and turn the bulb counterclockwise to
remove it.
3. Put in the new bulb and turn it clockwise.
4. Snap the wire connector onto the bulb assembly.
To replace the sidemarker bulb:
1. Remove the socket by turning it counterclockwise
and pulling it straight out.
2. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out of
the socket.
3. Insert the new bulb by pressing it straight into
the socket.
4. Insert the socket by pressing it straight into the bulb
hole and turning
it clockwise.
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4. Press the bulb housing release lever and turn the
housing
1/6 turn counterclockwise to remove it.
5. To remove the bulb, push in and rotate it
counterclockwise.
6. Reverse all steps to reassemble the taillamp.
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Replacement blades come in different types and are
removed
in different ways. Here’s how to remove the
type with a spring release:
1. Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield.
2. Press down on the spring with SI screwdriver and pull
the blade assembly off the wiper arm.
3. Push the new wiper blade securely onto the wiper arm.
For the replacement blade type and length, see
“Capacities and Specifications” in the Index.
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Electrical System
Add-on Electrical Equipment
I NOTICE:
Don’t add anything electrical to your Buick
unless you check with your dealer first. Some
electrical equipment can damage your vehicle
and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your
warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment
can keep other components from working as
they should.
Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to
add anything electrical to your Buick, see “Servicing
Your Air Bag-Equipped Buick” in the Index.
Headlamp Wiring
The headlamp wiring is protected by a circuit breaker in
the lamp switch. An electrical overload will cause the
lamps to
go on and off or, in some cases, to remain off.
If this happens, have your headlamp system checked
right away.
Windshield Wipers
The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit
breaker and a fuse.
If the motor overheats due to heavy
snow, etc., the wiper will stop until the motor cools. If
the overload is caused by some electrical problem, have
it fixed.
Power Windows and Other Power Options
Circuit breakers in the fuse panel protect the power
windows and other power accessories. When the current
load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes,
protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed.
Engine A/C, EGR, Relays, SIR Crank and
Safety Belt Fuses
These fuses are located behind the glove box. The fuse
holders are taped together with gray tape.
Other - uses
The Safety Belt/Chime (ICAM) Module fuse and the
Remote Keyless Entry fuse are located behind the fuse
block, above the hush panel.
The Fuel Pump, A/C CONT and the ECM fuses are
located under the hood.
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