trunk release BUICK PARK AVENUE 2002 Owner's Manual

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Security Feedback
This feature provides feedback to the driver when the
vehicle receives a command from the remote keyless
entry transmitter. The following modes may be selected:
Mode 0: No feedback when locking or
unlocking vehicle.
Mode 1: No feedback when locking; exterior lamps
flash when unlocking vehicle.
Mode 2: Exterior lamps flash when locking; no
feedback when unlocking vehicle.
Mode 3: Exterior lamps flash when locking and when
unlocking vehicle.
Mode 4: Exterior lamps flash and horn chirps when
locking; no feedback when unlocking vehicle.
Mode 5: Exterior lamps flash and horn chirps when
locking; exterior lamps flash when unlocking vehicle.Each remote keyless entry transmitter can be
programmed to a different mode according to the user's
preference. To change to another mode do the following:
1. Press and hold LOCK on the power door lock switch
on the door throughout the procedure.
2. Press the trunk button on the transmitter. The horn
will chirp and the transmitter will remain in its
current mode.
3. Press the trunk button again. Each time the trunk
button is pressed, the horn will chirp and the
transmitter will advance to the next mode.
4. Release the power door lock switch.
If your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Information
Center (DIC), you can also program these features through
the DIC. See ªDriver Information Center (DIC)º in
the Index.

2-17 Trunk Lock Release
To unlock the trunk from the outside, insert the master
key and turn it.
Remote Trunk Release
Press the TRUNK button located to the left of the
steering column to release the trunk lid.
The trunk will open if the transaxle is in PARK (P) or
NEUTRAL (N) and the trunk release lockout is in the
unlocked position.
The remote keyless entry system will also unlock your
trunk if the ignition is off, or if the ignition is on and the
transaxle is in PARK (P).
Remote Trunk Release Lockout
The remote trunk release lockout button allows you to
secure items in the trunk.
Insert the ignition key into
the Trunk button, located
to the left of the steering
column. Turn the key
one
-quarter turn clockwise
to LK then remove it from
the button.
This will disable the trunk release button and prevent the
trunk from opening when this button is pressed.
Trunk Security Override
The remote keyless entry transmitter will open the
trunk when the ignition is on or off and the vehicle is in
PARK (P), even if the trunk release lockout is activated.

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Trunk Release Handle
Your vehicle may be equipped with a trunk release
handle. Some early production vehicles may not have
this feature.
NOTICE:
The trunk release handle was not designed to be
used to tie down the trunk lid or as an anchor
point when securing items in the trunk. Improper
use of the trunk release handle could damage it.
If your vehicle does have this feature, there is a
glow
-in-the-dark trunk release handle located near the
trunk latch. This handle will glow following exposure to
light. Pull the release handle up to open the trunk from
the inside.
Trap-Resistant Trunk Kit
To help prevent a child from becoming trapped in your
trunk, you can order a trap
-resistant trunk kit from your
dealer. This kit includes the following:

a modified trunk latch,

a lighted release handle, and

seatback tethers (for vehicles with folding
rear seatbacks).
See your dealer for additional information.

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The main components of your instrument panel are the following:
A. Air Outlet
B. Exterior Lamps Control
C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
D. Steering Wheel Controls
E. Hazard Warning Flashers Button
F. Instrument Panel Cluster
G. Shift Lever
H. Audio System
I. Air Outlet
J. Fuel Door Release ButtonK. Trunk Release and Lockout Button
L. Hood Release
M. Ignition Switch
N. Traction Control Button (If Equipped)
O. Heated Seat Controls (Option)
P. Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter
Q. Climate Control System
R. Glove Box
S. Passenger Climate Control

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Filling Your Tank
CAUTION:
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.
The tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged fuel
door on the driver's side of the vehicle.
The release button for the
fuel door is located to the
left of the steering column.
There is also a manual fuel
door release. It is located in
the top of the trunk
compartment, on the
driver's side of the vehicle.
Pull the tab to release the fuel door.

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Rear Compartment Fuse Block
Additional fuses are located in the fuse center under the
rear seat.
Mini Relay Usage
1 Heated Backlite
Micro Relays Usage
2 Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
3 Trunk Release
4 Electronic Level ControlCircuit Breakers Usage
5 Power Seat
6 Electronic Level Control Sensor,
Electronic Level Control
Compressor Solenoid
Minifuses Usage
7 Crank
8 Auxiliary Outlet
9 Powertrain Control Module
for Cruise
10 SBM Module
11 Radio/Phone
12 Sunroof
13 Spare
14 CD Changer, Phone
15 Driver Door Module
16 Spare

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Minifuses Usage
17 Radio
18 Driver Heated Seat Module
19 Rear Door Module
20 Trunk Release
21 Spare
22 Instrument Panel Ashtray
Cigarette Lighter
23 Spare
24 Spare
25 Passenger Heated Seat Module
26 Right Rear Cig Lighter
27 Left Rear Cig Lighter
28 RFA, Memory Seat Module,
Driver Seat SwitchReplacement Bulbs
Lamp Bulb Number
Headlamp
High
-Beam 9005. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Low
-Beam 9006. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking/Turn, Front 3057. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Back
-Up 3057. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tail/Turn 194. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tail/Stop 3057. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
For any bulb not listed here contact your dealer.
Capacities and Specifications
The following approximate capacities are given in
English and metric conversions. Please refer to
ªRecommended Fluids and Lubricantsº in the Index for
more information.
Capacities
Automatic Transaxle 7.4 quarts (7.0 L). . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Cooling System 13.0 quarts (12.3 L). . . . . . .
Engine Oil with Filter 4.5 quarts (4.3 L). . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Tank 18.5 U.S. gallons (70.0 L). . . . . . . . . . . . .
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill
to the appropriate level as recommended in this manual.