flat tire BUICK PARK AVENUE 1993 User Guide

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Loading Your Vehicle
The taillamp, sidemarker and back-up lights can now be
accessed. Two of the taillamp bulbs are on a tabbed
assembly. Squeeze the release in and pull the assembly
out. Pull the bulb straight out from the socket. To
replace the assembly, the tabs must be inserted into the
slots. Push the other end in until it locks into place.
To replace the third taillamp bulb and sidemarker bulb,
turn the socket
1/4 turn and pull it out. Pull the bulb
straight out from the socket.
The backup bulb can be replaced by squeezing the lock
on the socket, turning it
l/4 turn and pulling it out. Pull
the bulb straight out. Reverse the above steps
to
reassemble the light and the trunk trim.
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VEHICLE CAP. WT.
TIRE-LOADING INFORMATION
FRT. CTR.
RR. TOTAL LBS.
.~ ~~ . . ~
KG-
MAX. LOADING
& GVWR SAME AS VEHICLE
CAPACITY WEIGHT XXX COLD TIRE
TIRE SIZE SPEED PRESSURE RTG PSVKPa
FRT.
RR.
SPA.
IF TIRES ARE HOT, ADD 4PSV28KPa
SEE OWNER'S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION
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Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it
may properly carry. The Tire Loading Information Label
found on the rear edge of the driver's door tells you the
proper size, speed rating and recommended inflation
pressures for the tires
on your vehicle. It also gives you
important information about the number
of people that
can be in your vehicle and the total weight that you can
carry. This weight
is called the Vehicle Capacity Weight
and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo, and all
nonfactory-installed options.
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1 /rl CAUTION:
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Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are I
dangerous.
0 Overloading your tires can cause
overheating as
a result of too much
friction. You could have an air-out and a
serious accident. See “Loading Your
Vehicle”
in the Index.
Underinflated tires pose the same danger
as overloaded tires. The resulting accident
could cause serious injury. Check all tires
frequently to maintain the recommended
pressure. Tire pressure should checked
when your tires are cold.
0 Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut,
punctured, or broken by
a sudden impact,
such
as when you hit a pothole. Keep tires
at the recommended pressure.
Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If your
tread is badly worn, or if your tires have
been damaged, replace them.
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Inflation - Tire Pressure
The Tire-Loading Information label which is located on
the rear edge of the driver’s door shows the correct
inflation pressures
for your tires, when they’re cold.
“Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least.
three hours or driven
-- 3 more than a mile.
NOTICE:
Don’t let anyone tell you that underinflation
,overinflation
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When to Check: Check your tires once a month or
more.
Don’t forget your compact spare tire. It should be at
60
psi (420 Ha).
How to Check: Use a good quality pocket-type gage to
check tire pressure. Simply looking
at the tires will not
tell you the pressure, especially
if you have radial tires --
which may look properly inflated even if they’re
underinflated.
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If your tires have valve caps, be sure to put them back
on. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and
moisture.
Tire Inspection and Rotation
To make your tires last longer, have them inspected and
rotated at the mileages recommended
in the
Maintenance Schedule. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index. Use
this rotation
pattern.
After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and
rear inflation pressure as shown on the Tire-Loading
Information label. Make certain that all wheel nuts are
properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque”
in the
Index.
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CAUTION:
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which
it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become
loose after a time. The wheel could come
off and
cause an accident. When you change a wheel,
remove any
rust or dirt from places where the
wheel attaches
to the vehicle. In an emergency,
you can use a cloth or a paper towel to
do this;
but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later, if
you need
to, to get all the rust or dirt off. (See
“Changing a Flat Tire”
in the Index.)
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
have only
2/32 inch (1.6
mm) or less of tread
remaining.
You need a new tire if:
YOU can see the indicators at three places around the
tire.
You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire’s
rubber.
0 The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut or snagged deep
enough to show cord or fabric.
0 The tire has a bump, bulge or split.
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1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire
graded
100. The relative performance of tires depends
upon the actual conditions
of their use, however, and
may depart significantly from the norm due to variations
in driving habits, service practices and differences in
road characteristics and climate.
Traction - A, B, C
The traction grades, from highest to lowest are: A, B,
and C. They represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet
pavement as measured under controlled conditions
on
specified government test surfaces of asphalt and
concrete.
A tire marked C may have poor traction
performance.
Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based
on braking (straight-ahead) traction tests and does not
include cornering (turning) traction.
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 ability
to dissipate heat when tested under
controlled conditions
on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire
life, and
excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade
C corresponds to a
level of performance
which all passenger car tires must meet under the
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
No. 109. Grades
B and A represent higher levels of performance on the
laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.
Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is
established for a tire that is properly inflated and not
overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or
excessive loading, either separately or in combination,
can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
Those grades are molded on the sidewalls
of passenger
car tires.
While the tires available as standard or optional
equipment on General Motors vehicles may vary with
respect to these grades, all such tires meet General
Motors performance standards and have been approved
for use on General Motors vehicles. All passenger type
(P Metric) tires must conform to Federal safety
requirements
in addition to these grades.
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced
carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life
and best overall performance.
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Your Vehicle and the Environment
Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your
vehicle
in good working condition, but also helps the
environment. All recommended maintenance procedures
are important. Improper vehicle maintenance or
the
removal of important components can significantly
affect the quality of the air we breathe. Improper fluid
levels or even the wrong tire inflation can increase
the
level of emissions from your vehicle. To help protect
our environment, and to help keep your vehicle
in good
condition, please maintain your vehicle properly.
How This Part is Organized
The remainder of this part is divided into five sections:
“Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” shows
what to have done and how often. Some of these
services can be complex,
so unless you are technically
qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should
let your dealer’s service department or another qualified
service center do these jobs.
A CAUTION:
“-rforming maintenance work on a vehicle can
De dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, you can
be seriously injured.
Do your own maintenance
work only if you have the required know-how and
the proper tools and equipment for the job. If you
’~ ue any doubt, have a qualified technician do
If you are skilled enough to do some work on your
vehicle, you will probably want to get the service
information GM publishes. You will find a list
of
publications and how to get them in’this manual. See
“Service Publications”
in the Index.
“Section
B: Owner Checks and Services” tells you what
should be checked whenever you stop for fuel. It also
explains what you can easily do to help keep your
vehicle
in good condition.
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At Least Once A Month
WHAT TO DO
Tire Inflation Check
tire inflation. Make sure they
are inflated to
the pressures specified
on the Tire-Loading Information
label located
on the rear edge of the
driver’s door. See “Tires” in the
Index for further details.
At Least Once A Year
CHECK OR
SERVICE
I WHAT TO DO
Key Lock Lubricate the key lock cylinders with
Cylinders the lubricant specified in Section D.
Body Lubricate all body door hinges. Also
Lubrication lubricate all hinges and latches,
including those’ for the hood, glove
box door and console door. Section
D tells you what to use.
CHECK OR
SERVICE I WHAT TO DO
Starter Switch
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1. Before you start, be sure you have
enough room around the vehicle.
2. Firmly apply both the parking brake
(see “Parking Brake”
in the Index if
necessary) and the regular brake.
NOTE:
Do not use the accelerator
pedal, and be ready to turn
off the
engine immediately
if it starts.
3. Try to start the engine in each gear.
The starter should work only
in “P”
(Park) or “N” (Neutral). If the starter
works in any other position, your
vehicle needs service.
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Baby. Holding a ................................. 45
Battery
........................................ 265
. Battery Cables, Starting With ....................... 212
Battery Warning Light
............................ 126
Blizzard,
If You’re Caught in a ..................... 199
Blood Alcohol Level
............................. 167
“Blowout,
” Tire ................................. 229
Boat, Towinga
.................................. 201
Brake
Adjustment
.................................. 175
Fluid
....................................... 263
Lining Replacement, How to Drive After
....... 74, 264
Master Cylinder
.............................. 263
Brake-Transaxle
Shift Interlock ................... 80, 87
Brake System, Antilock Warning Light
............... 172
Brake System Warning Light
....................... 119
Brake Wear Indicators,
Disc ....................... 174
Brakes, Antilock
................................ 172
Brakes, Rear
..................................... 175
Braking
........................................ 171
Braking Emergencies
............................. 176
Braking
If Your Engine Stops ...................... 172
Break-In, New Vehicle
............................ -74
Break-In Schedule, When Towing a Trailer
............ 202
Parking
...................................... 84
PedalTravel
................................. 175
Bulbchart
..................................... 291
Bulb Replacement. Headlamp ...................... 266
Bulb Replacement Taillamp
........................ 267
Bulbs. Halogen
.................................. 265
Bulbs. Turn Signal
................................ 92
camper. Towing a
.............................. 201
Capacities
...................................... 292
Cap. Radiator Pressure
............................ 261
Carbon Monoxide in Exhaust
....................... 88
Care. Appearance ................................ 278
Cassette Tape Player Care
......................... 155
Cautions. Safety
.................................. 10
CB Radio. Adding A
............................. 140
Cellular Telephone. Adding a
...................... 140
Chains. Tire
.................................... 277
“Change Oil Soon” Light
.......................... 125
Change Oil. When to
......................... 125. 251
Changing a Flat Tire
.............................. 229
Charge. Battery. Warning Light
..................... 127
“Check Oil Level” Light
.......................... 124
Engine Coolant
............................... 258
Engine Oil Level ............................... 252
Power Steering Fluid
.......................... .26 1.
Safety Belt Systems ............................ 57
Transaxle Fluid
............................... 256
Checking
BrakeFluid
.................................. 263
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Fasteners. Replacement .......................... 242
Features and Controls
............................. 59
Fetus. Risk to
.. From Safety Belt Use ................ 39
Filling Your Fuel Tank
............................ 246
Filter. Oil
.................................. 254. 292
Finish Care
..................................... 282
Finish Damage
.................................. 283
First Gear. When to Use
............................ 83
FlatTire
....................................... 228
Flooded Engine. Starting
........................... 76
Fluid Fuels in
Foreign Countries
......................... 245
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
........................ 287
Fuseusage
..................................... 288
Gages Engine Coolant Temperature
.................... 122
Engine Oil Pressure
........................... 123
Fuel
........................................ 118
Volts
....................................... 127
Garage Door Opener Storage
....................... 110
Gasoline
....................................... 244
Gasoline Tank. Filling Your
........................ 246
Gear Positions
................................... 80
Glass Cleaning .................................. 281
Graphic Symbols
................................. 12
Guard Against Theft
.............................. 71
Guide En Francais
................................. 2
Capacities
................................... 292
Brake
....................................... 263
Power Steering
............................... 261
Transaxle/Transmission
........................ 256
Windshield Washer
............................ 262
Fluids and Lubricants Recommended
................ 309
FM Stereo Radio Reception
........................ 139
Fog. Driving
in .................................. 186
Foreign Operation
............................... 245
Francais. Guide
En ................................. 2
Freedom Battery ................................. 265 Halogen Bulbs ................................. 265
Freeway Driving
................................ 188 Hazard Warning Flasher ........................... 210
FrenchLanguageManual
........................... 2 Haze. Drivingin ................................. 186
Front Towing Hook-Up
........................... 219 Headlamp Bulb Replacement ....................... 266
Fuel
.......................................... 243 Headlight High-Low Beam Switch ................... 93
Fuel Tank. Filling Your
........................... 246 Head Restraints .................................. 18
FuelGage ...................................... 118 Headlightonwarning ............................ 101
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Hearing Impaired Customer Assistance ............... 3 14
Heater
..................................... 135. 138
Heater. Engine Block
.......................... 79. 254
High Speed. Shifting When Your Eogine is Running
..... 82
“Highway Hypnosis’’
............................. 19 1
Hill and Mountain Roads
.......................... 192
Hills. Parking on
................................ 194
Hitches. Trailer
.................................. 204
Holding a Baby
in Your Car ......................... 45
Hood. Opening the
............................... 248
Horn
........................................... 90
Hot Coolant Warning Light
........................ 122
Hot Engine. Safety Warnings About
................. 221
Hydroplaning
................................... 185
Ice. Driving on
................................. 198
Identification Label. Service Parts
................... 286
Identification Number. Vehicle
..................... 286
Idling Your Engine
................................ 87
If You’re Stuck: In Sand. Mud. Ice or Snow ........... 239
Ignition Key Positions
............................. 75
Indicator. Turn Signal
............................. 92
Indicators. Disc Brake Wear
....................... 174
Indicators. Warning Lights and Gages
................ 117
Infant Restraint
................................... 46
Inflation. Tire
................................... 271
Illuminated Entry System
........................... 70
Inside Mirror ................................... 106
Inspection. Tires
................................. 272 Instrument Panel
................................ 1 16
Interior Cleaning
................................ 278
Interlock. BrakeRransaxle Shift
.................. 80. 87
Introduction How
To Use This Manual ................ 10
J ack. Tire ..................................... 230
Jacking Up the Car
............................... 230
Jump Starting
................................... 212
Keys
.......................................... 60
Keyless Entry System. Remote ...................... 66
Kilometer Indicator
.............................. 117
Label. Service Parts Identification
.................. 286
Lamp Monitors
.................................. 105
Lane Change Indicator
............................. 91
Lap-Shoulder Belt Usage by Children
................. 44
Leaving Your Vehicle
.............................. 64
Level Control Electronic
.......................... 112
License Plate Holder, Rear
......................... 115
Light, Safety Belt
................................. 19
Light, Turn Signal Indicator
......................... 92
Lighter, Cigarette
................................ 116
Daytime. Running
............................. 103
LapBelt
........................................ 40
Lights
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