instrument panel BUICK LACROSSE 2006 Repair Manual

Instrument Panel Fuse Block
The instrument panel fuse
block is located on the
passenger’s side of the
instrument panel. Pull off
the cover labeled FUSES
to expose the fuse block.
Fuses Usage
DR/LCK
TRUNKDoor Locks, Trunk
RFA/MOD Remote Keyless Entry
PRK/SWTCH Ignition Key Lock
CLSTR Cluster
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Customer Assistance and
Information
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to
your dealer and to Buick. Normally, any concerns with
the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will
be resolved by your GM dealer’s sales or service
departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best
intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can
occur. If your concern has not been resolved to your
satisfaction, the following steps should be taken:
STEP ONE:Discuss your concern with a member of
dealership management. Normally, concerns can
be quickly resolved at that level. If the matter has
already been reviewed with the sales, service, or parts
manager, contact the owner of the dealership or the
general manager.STEP TWO:If after contacting a member of dealership
management, it appears your concern cannot be
resolved by the dealership without further help, contact
the Buick Customer Assistance Center by calling
1-800-521-7300. In Canada, contact GM of Canada
Customer Communication Centre by calling
1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
We encourage you to call the toll-free number in
order to give your inquiry prompt attention. Please have
the following information available to give the Customer
Assistance Representative:
Vehicle Identication Number. This is available from
the vehicle registration or title, or the plate at the
top left of the instrument panel.
Dealership name and location
Vehicle delivery date and present mileage
When contacting Buick, please remember that your
concern will likely be resolved at a dealer’s facility. That
is why we suggest you follow Step One rst if you
have a concern.
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Accessories and Modications............................ 5-3
Accessory Power Outlet(s)...............................3-20
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle.......................................................1-70
Additives, Fuel................................................. 5-6
Add-On Electrical Equipment............................5-93
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine.................................5-20
Air Conditioning......................................3-22, 3-25
Airbag
Passenger Status Indicator...........................3-35
Readiness Light..........................................3-34
Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM)....7-10
Airbag System................................................1-56
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle...................................................1-70
How Does an Airbag Restrain?......................1-63
Passenger Sensing System...........................1-65
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..........1-69
What Makes an Airbag Inate?......................1-63
What Will You See After an Airbag Inates?....1-64
When Should an Airbag Inate?....................1-61
Where Are the Airbags?...............................1-59
Antenna, Backglass.......................................3-129
Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna
System.....................................................3-130
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)........................... 4-7
Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light..............3-39Appearance Care
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels..............5-89
Care of Safety Belts....................................5-87
Chemical Paint Spotting...............................5-90
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses....................5-87
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle................5-84
Fabric/Carpet..............................................5-85
Finish Care.................................................5-88
Finish Damage............................................5-90
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic
Surfaces.................................................5-86
Leather......................................................5-86
Sheet Metal Damage...................................5-90
Tires..........................................................5-89
Underbody Maintenance...............................5-90
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials................5-91
Washing Your Vehicle...................................5-87
Weatherstrips..............................................5-87
Windshield and Wiper Blades........................5-88
Ashtray(s)......................................................3-21
Audio System(s).............................................3-84
Audio Steering Wheel Controls....................3-126
Backglass Antenna.....................................3-129
Care of Your CD Player..............................3-129
Care of Your CDs......................................3-128
Chime Level Adjustment.............................3-130
Radio with CD............................3-86, 3-90, 3-99
Radio with Six-Disc CD..............................3-113
Setting the Time..........................................3-85
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Child Restraints
Child Restraint Systems...............................1-36
Infants and Young Children...........................1-33
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children..........1-41
Older Children.............................................1-30
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat
Position..................................................1-49
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front
Seat Position...........................................1-51
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front
Seat Position...........................................1-52
Where to Put the Restraint...........................1-40
Chime Level Adjustment.................................3-130
Cigarette Lighter.............................................3-21
Cleaning
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels..............5-89
Exterior Lamps/Lenses.................................5-87
Fabric/Carpet..............................................5-85
Finish Care.................................................5-88
Inside of Your Vehicle..................................5-84
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic
Surfaces.................................................5-86
Leather......................................................5-86
Tires..........................................................5-89
Underbody Maintenance...............................5-90
Washing Your Vehicle...................................5-87Cleaning (cont.)
Weatherstrips..............................................5-87
Windshield and Wiper Blades........................5-88
Climate Control System...................................3-22
Air Filter, Passenger Compartment.................3-30
Dual Automatic............................................3-25
Outlet Adjustment........................................3-29
Steering Wheel Controls...............................3-31
Collision Damage Repair..................................7-11
Comfort Guides, Rear Safety Belt.....................1-27
Compact Spare Tire........................................5-83
Compass.......................................................3-57
Content Theft-Deterrent....................................2-18
Control of a Vehicle.......................................... 4-6
Convenience Net............................................2-46
Coolant
Engine Temperature Gage............................3-41
Engine Temperature Warning Light.................3-40
Heater, Engine............................................2-25
Low Warning Light.......................................3-41
Cooling System..............................................5-30
Courtesy Lamps.............................................3-16
Cruise Control................................................3-10
Cruise Control Light........................................3-46
Cupholder(s)..................................................2-45
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E
Electrical System
Add-On Equipment......................................5-93
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...........................5-93
Headlamp Wiring.........................................5-93
Instrument Panel Fuse Block.........................5-94
Power Windows and Other Power Options......5-93
Underhood Fuse Block.................................5-95
Windshield Wiper Fuses...............................5-93
Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter.........................................5-20
Battery.......................................................5-42
Change Engine Oil Light...............................3-45
Check and Service Engine Soon Light............3-41
Coolant......................................................5-24
Coolant Heater............................................2-25
Coolant Temperature Gage...........................3-41
Coolant Temperature Warning Light................3-40
Engine Compartment Overview......................5-12
Exhaust.....................................................2-34
Oil .............................................................5-15
Oil Life System...........................................5-18
Overheated Protection Operating Mode...........5-29
Overheating................................................5-27
Reduced Power Light...................................3-46
Starting......................................................2-24
Entry Lighting.................................................3-16Event Data Recorders (EDR)............................7-10
Extender, Safety Belt.......................................1-30
Exterior Lamps...............................................3-13
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver..........................3-15
F
Filter
Engine Air Cleaner......................................5-20
Finish Damage...............................................5-90
Flashers, Hazard Warning.................................. 3-6
Flash-to-Pass................................................... 3-8
Flat Tire........................................................5-72
Flat Tire, Changing.........................................5-73
Flat Tire, Storing.............................................5-82
Fluid
Automatic Transaxle.....................................5-21
Power Steering...........................................5-37
Windshield Washer......................................5-38
Fog Lamps....................................................3-15
Folding Rear Seat............................................ 1-8
Fuel............................................................... 5-5
Additives...................................................... 5-6
California Fuel.............................................. 5-6
Check Gas Cap Light...................................3-49
Filling a Portable Fuel Container....................5-10
Filling Your Tank........................................... 5-8
Fuels in Foreign Countries.............................. 5-7
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Fuel (cont.)
Gage.........................................................3-48
Gasoline Octane........................................... 5-5
Gasoline Specications.................................. 5-6
Low Warning Light.......................................3-49
Fuses
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...........................5-93
Instrument Panel Fuse Block.........................5-94
Underhood Fuse Block.................................5-95
Windshield Wiper.........................................5-93
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Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature.........................3-41
Fuel..........................................................3-48
Speedometer..............................................3-33
Tachometer.................................................3-33
Garage Door Opener.......................................2-40
Gasoline
Octane........................................................ 5-5
Specications............................................... 5-6
Glove Box.....................................................2-44
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program.................. 7-6
H
Hazard Warning Flashers................................... 3-6
Head Restraints............................................... 1-7
Headlamp
Aiming.......................................................5-48
Headlamp Wiring............................................5-93
Headlamps
Bulb Replacement.......................................5-51
Daytime Running Lamps/Automatic Headlamp
System...................................................3-14
Flash-to-Pass............................................... 3-8
Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps.............5-53
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-51
Headlamps and Sidemarker Lamps................5-51
High/Low Beam Changer................................ 3-8
Suggested Light..........................................3-47
Headlamps and Sidemarker Lamps...................5-51
Heated Seats................................................... 1-4
Heater...........................................................3-22
Heater...........................................................3-25
Highbeam On Light.........................................3-47
Highway Hypnosis...........................................4-23
Hill and Mountain Roads..................................4-24
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Hood
Checking Things Under................................5-10
Release.....................................................5-11
Horn............................................................... 3-6
How to Use This Manual...................................... ii
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly...................1-15
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Ignition Positions.............................................2-23
Infants and Young Children, Restraints...............1-33
Ination - Tire Pressure...................................5-63
Instrument Panel
Overview..................................................... 3-4
Instrument Panel (I/P)
Brightness..................................................3-16
Cluster.......................................................3-32
Interior Lamps................................................3-16
J
Jump Starting.................................................5-42
K
Keyless Entry System....................................... 2-3
Keys............................................................... 2-2
L
Labeling, Tire Sidewall.....................................5-58
Lamps
Battery Run-Down Protection.........................3-18
Courtesy....................................................3-16
Exterior......................................................3-13
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver......................3-15
Fog ...........................................................3-15
Interior.......................................................3-16
Overhead Console Reading..........................3-18
Rear Assist Handle Reading..........................3-18
LATCH System
Child Restraints...........................................1-41
Light
Airbag Readiness........................................3-34
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning...................3-39
Brake System Warning.................................3-38
Change Engine Oil......................................3-45
Charging System.........................................3-37
Check Gas Cap..........................................3-49
Cruise Control.............................................3-46
Door Ajar...................................................3-47
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning.............3-40
Headlamps Suggested.................................3-47
Highbeam On.............................................3-47
Low Coolant Warning...................................3-41
Low Fuel Warning.......................................3-49
Low Washer Fluid Warning...........................3-47
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