maintenance schedule BUICK PARK AVENUE 1994 User Guide

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.
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.
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Section A: Scheduled Maintenance
Services
Using Your Maintenance Schedules
This section tells you the maintenance services you
should have done and when you should schedule them.
Your Buick dealer knows your vehicle best and wants
you
to be happy with it. If you go to your dealer for your
service needs, you’ll know that GM-trained and
supported service people
will perform the work using
genuine GM parts.
These schedules are for vehicles that:
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carry passengers and cargo within recommended
limits.
You will find these limits on your vehicle’s
Tire-Loading Information label. See “Loading Your
Vehicle”
in the Index.
are driven on reasonable road surfaces
within legal
driving limits.
use the recommended unleaded fuel. See “Fuel”
in
the Index.
Selecting the Right Schedule
First you’ll need to decide which of the two schedules is
right for your vehicle. Here’s how to decide which
schedule to follow:
Schedule I
Is any one of these true for your vehicle?
Most trips are less than 4 miles (6 km).
0 Most trips are less than 10 miles ( 16 km) when
outside temperatures are below freezing.
door-to-door delivery, or
in stop-and-go traffic).
0 The engine is at low speed most of the time (as in
You operate your vehicle in dusty areas.
You tow a trailer. (With some models, you should
never tow a trailer. See “Towing
a Trailer” in the
Index.)
If any one (or more) of these is true for your driving,
follow Schedule
I.
Schedule I1
Follow Schedule I1 only if none of the above conditions
is true.
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Scheduled Maintenance Services Schedule I - - ~~~~
Follow Schedule I if your car is MAINLY driven under one or more of the following conditions:
When most trips are less than 4 miles (6 kilometers).
When most trips are less than 10 miles (16 kilometers) and outside temperatures remain below freezing.
When most trips include extended idling and/or frequent low-speed operation as in stop-and-go traffic.
Towing a trailer.*?
When operating in dusty areas.
Schedule I should also be followed if the car is used for delivery service, police, taxi or other commercial applications.
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TO BE SERVICED
(See Explanation of
Scheduled Maintenance
Services Following
Schedules
I and 11)
Item No. ~~ ~
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6. Transaxle Service
7. Spark Plug
Replacement”
X. Spark Plug
Wire Inspection*+
9. Supercharger Oil Check
(3.8L Code 1 engine only)
10. Air Cleaner Filter
Replacement*’t
11. Fuel Tank, Cap &
Lines Inspection
WHEN TO PERFORM
Miles (kilometers) or
IS 18 21 24 27 30 33 36 39 42 45 48
Months, Whichever
MILES (000)
Occurs First
See Explanation of Scheduled
Maintenance Service
Following Schedules
I and 11
Every 30 000 mi
(SO 000 km)
tttt
See Explanation of Schedulcd
Maintenance Scrvice
Following Schedules
1 and I1
Every 30 000 mi
(SO 000 km) IIII
KILOMETERS (000) I
The services shown in this schedule up to 48 000 miles (80 000 km) should be performed after 48 000 miles at the same
I
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Scheduled Maintenance Services Schedule I1
I Follow Schedule I1 ONLY if none of the driving conditions specified in Schedule I apply.
TO BE SERVICED
(See Explanation of
Scheduled Maintenance
Services Following
Schedules I and 11)
Item No.
1. Engine Oil Change*
Oil Filter Change*
2. Chassis Lubrication
3. Tire
& Wheel Inspection & Rotation
4. Engine Accessory Drive Belt(s) Inspection*
5. Cooling System Service*
6. Transaxle Service
7. Spark Plug Replacement*
WHEN TO PERFORM
Miles (kilometers) or
Months, Whichever
Occurs First
MILES (000)
KILOMETERS (000)
I I 12.5 I 25
Every
7 500 mi. (12 500 km) or 12 mos. PIo
At first and then every other oil change
Every
7 500 mi. ( 12 500 km) or 12 mos.
At 7 500 mi. ( 12 500 km) and then every
15 000 mi. (25 000 km) or as necessary
Every
30 000 mi. (50 000 km) or 24 mos.
See Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance
Services Following Schedules I and I1
Every
30 000 mi. (50 000 km) 37.5
50 62.5
0 0 0
0 0
0 0 0
0 0
0
0
0
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TO BE SERVICED
(See Explanation of
Scheduled Maintenance
Services Following
Schedules
I and 11)
Item No.
8. Spark Plug Wire Inspection*?
9. Supercharger Oil Check
(3.8L Code I engine only)
10. Air Cleaner Filter Replacement"
1 I. Fuel Tank. Cap & Lines Inspection**
WHEN TO PERFORM
Miles (kilometers) or
Months, Whichever
Occurs First
I MILES (000)
22.5 45 37.5 30
KILOMETERS (000)
12.5 I 25 I 37.5 I SO I 62.5 I 75 ~~
Every 30 000 mi. (SO 000 km) e
Every 30 000 mi. (50 000 km) or 36 months I
See Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance
Services Following Schedules
I and I1
Every 30 000 mi. (SO 000 km) e
0
I
The services shown in this schedule up to 45 000 miles (75 000 km) should be performed after 45 000 miles at the same
intervals.
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Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance
Services
Following are explanations of the services listed in
Schedule I and Schedule 11.
The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed
in
Section D. Make sure whoever services your vehicle
uses these. All parts should be replaced and all
necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives
the vehicle.
NOTE: To determine your engine’s displacement and
code, see “Engine Identification”
in the Index.
1. Engine Oil and Filter Change* -- Always use SH
or SG Energy Conserving I1 oils of proper viscosity.
The
“SH” or “SG” designation may be shown alone
or
in combination with others, such as “SH/CD” or
“SH,
SG, CD,” “SG/CD,” etc. To determine the
preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s engine (e.g., SAE
5W-30 or SAE low-30), see “Engine Oil” in
the Index.
If your vehicle has an Engine Oil Life Monitor, the
monitor will show you when to change the oil. See
“Engine Oil Life Monitor”
in the Index. 2.
Chassis Lubrication -- Lubricate
the transaxle shift
linkage, parking brake cable guides, underbody
contact points and linkage. If your vehicle is
equipped
with grease fittings, lubricate the
suspension and steering linkage.
3. Tire and Wheel Rotation and Inspection -- For
proper wear and maximum tire life, rotate your tires
following the instructions
in this manual. See “Tires,
Inspection
& Rotation” in the Index. Check the tires
for uneven wear or damage. If you see irregular or
premature wear, check the wheel alignment. Check
for damaged wheels also.
4. Engine Accessory Drive Belt(s) Inspection --
Inspect the belt(s) for cracks, fraying, wear and
proper tension. Replace as needed.
5. Cooling System Service* -- Drain, flush and refill
the system
with new or approved recycled coolant
conforming to GM Specification 1825M. Keep
coolant at the proper mixture as specified. See
“Coolant”
in the Index. This provides proper freeze
protection, corrosion inhibitor level and engine
operating temperature.
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Section E: Maintenance Record
After the scheduled services are performed, record the
date, odometer reading and who performed the service
in
the columns indicated. When completing the
Maintenance Performed column, insert the numbers from the
Schedule
I or Schedule I1 maintenance charts
which correspond to the maintenance performed. Also,
you should retain all maintenance receipts. Your owner
information portfolio is
a convenient place to store
them.
Maintenance Recora I
SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED
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Identification Label. Service Parts .................. 276
Identification Number. Vehicle
VIN) ................. 276
Idling Your Engine
................................ 89
Indicators. Warning Lights. Gages
................... 120
Infant Restraint
................................... 46
Inflation. Tire
................................... 261
InstrumentPanel ................................ 119
Jack. Tire ..................................... 215
Jump Starting
................................... 198
Keyless Entry System. Remote
...................... 70
Key
.......................................... 64
Ignition Positions
.............................. 79
FASS ........................................ 77
Reminder Warning
............................. 65
Label. Service Parts Identification
.................. 276
Lamp Monitors
.................................. 107
LapBelt ........................................ 42
Lap-Shoulder Belt
Front
........................................ 27
Rear
......................................... 44
Leather Cleaning
................................ 270
Leaving Your Vehicle
.............................. 89
Level Control. Electronic
.......................... 1 15
License Plate Holder ............................. 117
Lane Change Indicator
............................. 94 Lighter.
Cigarette
................................ 118
Lights
Air Bag Readiness
............................. 36
Courtesy .................................... 104
Daytime Running
............................. 105
Illuminated Entry System
........................ 75
Operation .................................... 95
“On ”Warning
................................ 103
Reading ..................................... 106
Removing
& Replacing Bulbs ................... 256
Replacement Bulbs
............................ 281
Time Out Feature ............................. 104
Warning ..................................... 120
Loading Your Vehicle
............................ 258
Locks
.......................................... 65
Locks. Rear Door Security
.......................... 74
Long Distance Driving
............................ 181
Loss
of Control ................................. 173
Low Coolant Warning Light
....................... 125
Lubricants and Fluids. Recommended
................ 299
Headlights
................................... 103
Maintenance
Inspections
.................................. 298
Materials .................................... 275
Record
...................................... 301
Schedule
.................................... 283
Malfunction Indicator Light (Service Engine Soon Light) 128
Manualseat
..................................... 14
Underbody
.................................. 274
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Reclining Seatbacks ............................... 16
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ................ 299
Remote Keyless Entry System
....................... 70
Remote Trunk Release
............................. 68
Replacing
Brake System Parts
. .......................... 254
Light Bulbs
.............................. 256. 281
Safety Belts
................................... 62
Tires
....................................... 264
Wheels
..................................... 266
Reporting Safety Defects
.......................... 305
Restraint System. Supplemental (Air Bag)
............. 34
Restraint Systems
................................. 19
Restraints. Child
.................................. 48
Restraints. Head
.................................. 18
Retained Accessory Power
.......................... 81
Reverse Gear Position
............................. 84
Ride Control. Auto
............................... 11 5
Roads. Hill and Mountain ......................... 182
Roadside Assistance
.............................. 306
Rocking Your Vehicle
............................ 226
Rotation. Tire
................................... 262
Running Your Engine While Parked
.................. 92
Safety Belts
.................................... 19
Adults
....................................... 26
Care
........................................ 271
Center Passenger Position
........................ 42
Checking
...................................... 61
Children ..................................... 46
Driver Position ................................ 26 Extender
..................................... 61
Lap ......................................... 42
Lap-Shoulder
.............................. 27. 44
Larger Children
................................ 58
Pregnancy. Use During .......................... 41
ProperlyWo
rn ................................. 26
Questions About
............................... 24
Rear Seat Passengers
........................... 43
Reminder Light
................................ 25
Replacement
.................................. 62
Right Front Passenger Position
.................... 41
Shoulder Belt Height Adju'ster ..................... 28
Smaller Children and Babies
..................... 46
Torn
......................................... 62
Twisted
....................................... 33
Why Safety Belts Work
.......................... 20
Safety Cautions
.................................. 10
Safety Defects, Reporting
......................... 305
Scheduled Maintenance Services ................ 288, 290
Seat Adjustment
............................... 14, 62
Seats and Restraint Systems
......................... 13
SecondGearPosition
.............................. 85
Securing a Child Restraint ..................... 50,53, 55
Security Light .................................... 76
Security Lock, Rear Door
.......................... 74
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator Lamp)
..... 128
Service Information
.............................. 228
Service Parts Identification Label
................... 276
Service Publications
.............................. 307
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Buick
.............. 40
Sheet Metal Damage
............................. 273
Service and Appearance Care
...................... 227
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