ECU BUICK REGAL 1995 User Guide

6. To tighten the belt, pull its free end while you push
7. Push and pull the child restraint in different
down on the child restraint.
directions to be sure it
is secure. If the child restraint
isn’t secure, turn the latch plate over and buckle it
again. Then see if it
is secure. If it isn’t, secure the
restraint in a different place in the vehicle and
contact the child restraint maker for their advice
about
how to attach the child restraint properly.
To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s
safety belt. It will be ready to work for
an adult or larger
child passenger.
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right
Front
Seat Position
U
Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Never
put a rear-facing child restraint in this seat. Here’s why:
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You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part
about the top strap
if the child restraint has one.
1. Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air
bag, always move the seat as far back as it will go
before securing
a forward-facing child restraint. (See
“Seats”
in the Index.)
2. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions
for the child restraint.
3. Secure the child in the child restraint as the
instructions say.
4. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder
portions of
the vehicle’s safety belt through or
around the restraint. The child restraint instructions
will show
you how.
If the shoulder belt goes
in front of the child’s face or
neck, put it behind the child restraint.
5. Buckle the belt.
Make sure the release button
is positioned so you
would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if
you ever had to.
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6. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of
the retractor to set the lock.
7. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into
the retractor while you push down on the child
restraint.
8. Push and pull the child restraint in different
directions to be sure it
is secure.
To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s
safety belt and let
it go back all the way.
The safety belt will move freely again and be ready
to
work for an adult or larger child passenger.
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PASS-Key@II
Your vehicle is equipped
with the PASS-Key%
(Personalized Automotive
Security System) theft
deterrent system.
PASS-Key% is a passive
theft deterrent system. This
means
you don’t have to do
anything different
to arm or
disarm the system.
It works when you insert or remove the key from
the
ignition. PASS-Key% uses a resistor pellet in the ignition
key that matches
a decoder in your vehicle.
When the PASS-Key% system senses that someone is
using the wrong key, it shuts down the vehicle’s starter and
fuel systems. For about three minutes, the starter won’t work and fuel won’t go to the engine. If someone tries to
start your vehicle again or uses another key during this
time, the vehicle will
not start. This discourages someone
from randomly trying different keys with different resistor
pellets in
an attempt to make a match.
The ignition key must be clean and dry before it’s
inserted in the ignition or the engine may not start. If the
engine does not
start and the SECURITY light is on, the
key may be dirty or wet. Turn the ignition off. Clean and dry the
key. Wait about three minutes and try
again. The security light may remain on during this
time. If the starter still won’t work, and the key appears
to be clean and dry, wait about three minutes and try
another ignition key. At this time, you may also want
to
check the fuse (see “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the
Index). If the starter won’t work with the other key, your
vehicle needs service. If your vehicle does start,
the first
ignition key may be faulty. See your Buick dealer or a
locksmith who can service
the PASS-Key@II.
If you accidentally use a key that has a damaged or
missing resistor pellet, the starter won’t work, and the
SECURITY light will flash. But
you don’t have to wait
three minutes before trying another ignition key.
See your Buick dealer or a locksmith who can service
the PASS-Key%
to have a new key made.
If you’re ever driving and the SECURITY light comes
on, you will be able to restart your engine if you turn it
off. Your PASS-Key% system, however, is not
working properly and must be serviced by
your Buick
dealer. Your vehicle is not protected by the
PASS-Key@II system.
If you lose or damage a PASS-Key% ignition
key,
see your Buick dealer or a locksmith who can service
PASS-Key@II
to have a new key made.
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Center Console
To open the storage area,
press the latch
on the front
edge and pull up.
The console has cupholders,
cassette tape storage and a
coinholder.
Luggage Carrier (Option)
If you have the optional luggage carrier, you can load
things on the deck lid
of your vehicle. The luggage
carrier has slats attached to the deck lid, a rear rail and
tiedowns.
NOTICE:
Loading cargo that weighs more than 50 pounds
(23 kg) on the luggage carrier may damage your
vehicle. When you carry large things, never let
them hang over the rear
or the sides of your
vehicle. Load your cargo
so that it rests on the
slats and does not scratch
or damage the vehicle.
Put the cargo against the rear rail and fasten it
securely to the luggage carrier.
Don’t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when
loading your Buick. For more information on vehicle
capacity and loading, see “Loading Your Vehicle”
in the
Index.
To prevent damage or loss of cargo, stop driving now
and then and make sure the luggage carrier and cargo
are still securely fastened.
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Security Light
' This light will come on
when you turn the
key to
start and stay on until the
vehicle starts.
It will also
come on and stay
on if your
key is too dirty or wet for
the PASS-Key@% system to
read the resistor pellet.
If the resistor pellet is damaged or missing, the light will
flash.
If you're driving and the security light comes on and
remains on, your PASS-Key@II system is not working
properly. Your vehicle
is not protected by
PASS-Key%,
and you should see your dealer.
Cruise Light
The CRUISE light comes
on whenever
you set your
cruise control.
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AUTO PRESET Press it and the system will set the 12
strongest
FM or the 6 strongest AM stations on your
preset buttons. To return to
the stations you manually
set, press the AUTO PRESET button again. (This button
performs
the same function as AUTO SET described
above.)
EJECT The system has two EJECT buttons. Press the
button near the CD slot to remove a disc. Press the button
near the tape slot to remove a tape. The radio will play.
SOURCE: Press this knob to change to the tape or disc
function when the radio
is on. If both a tape and a disc are
installed, the system
will first go to tape play; TAPE will
appear on the display. If SOURCE is pressed again, the
system
will go to disc play; CD will appear on the display.
THEFTLOCK TM
Your system has this feature if it shows Theftlock on its
face. THEFTLOCK
is a theft-deterrent feature that can
be used or ignored.
If you ignore it, your system will
play normally.
If you use it, your system can’t be turned
on if it is stolen because it locks anytime battery power
is removed.
To unlock it, a code must be entered.
These instructions will tell you how to enter a code into
your system. They also
tell you how to unlock the
system with your code and how to shut off the
THEFTLOCK system.
Entering a Code
1. Write down any number from 000 to 1999. This is
your code.
2. Turn the ignition to ACC or RUN.
3. Turn the radio off.
4. Press the I and 4 preset buttons at the same time and
hold
until “- - - ” shows on the display.
You
now have only I5 seconds between each of the
following steps.
5. Press MIN and “000” will appear on the display.
6. Press MIN again and hold until the last two digits of
your code appear.
7. Press and hold HRS until the first digit or digits of
your code appear.
8. Press AM-FM after you make sure the code matches
the one you wrote down. “rEP” will appear on the
display, meaning you should repeat steps
5 through 7.
9. After you repeat the steps, press AM-FM. SEC
should appear on the display, meaning your system is
secured. If your ignition is off, THEFTLOCK will
flash
in the display.
Store
the paper with your code written on it in a safe place.
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Unlocking the System
If battery power is removed for any reason, LOC will
appear
on the display when power is reapplied. You will
need to enter your code to unlock the system. You have
only
15 seconds between each of the following steps.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Turn the ignition on. LOC will appear on the display.
Press
MIN and “000” will appear on the display.
Press MTN again and hold
until the last two digits of
your code appear.
Press and
hold HRS until the first digit or digits of
your code appear.
Press
AM.FM after you make sure the code matches
the one you wrote down.
SEC should appear on the
display, meaning you can now use your system, and
it is secured.
Disabling THEFTLOCK
If you want to turn off THEFTLOCK, you will need to
enter your code. If you lose or forget your code, see
your dealer.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Press the 1 and 4 preset buttons at the same time and
hold
until SEC shows on the display.
You now have only
I5 seconds between each of the
following steps.
Press MIN and
“000” will appear on the display.
Press MIN again and hold
until the last two digits of
your code appear.
Press and hold
HRS until the first digit or digits of
your code appear.
Press
AMaFM after you make sure the code matches
the one you wrote down. ‘9- - -” should appear on the
display, meaning your system is u1xecure.d.
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Winter Driving
Here are some tips for winter driving:
0 Have your Buick in good shape for winter. Be sure
0 You may want to put winter emergency supplies in
your
engine coolant
mix is correct.
your trunk. Include
an ice scraper, a small brush or broom,
a supply
of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer
clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth,
and a
couple of reflective warning triangles. And, if you will
be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag
of sand, a piece of old carpet
or a couple of burlap bags
to help provide traction. Be sure you properly secure
these items in your vehicle.
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Driving with a Trailer
Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience.
Before setting out for the open road,
you’ll want to get
to know your rig. Acquaint yourself
with the feel of
handling and braking with the added weight of the
trailer. And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are
driving
is now a good deal longer and not nearly as
responsive as your vehicle is by
itself.
Before you start, check the trailer hitch and platform
(and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector,
lamps, tires and mirror adjustment.
If the trailer has
electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving and
then apply
the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure
the brakes are working. This lets you check your
electrical connection at the same time.
During your trip, check occasionally to be sure that the
load is secure, and that the lamps and any trailer brakes
are still working.
Following Distance
Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you
would when driving your vehicle without a trailer, This
can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking
and sudden turns.
Passing
You’ll need more passing distance up ahead when
you’re towing a trailer. And, because you’re a good deal
longer, you’ll need to go much farther beyond the
passed vehicle before you can return to your lane.
Backing Up
Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand.
Then, to move the trailer to the
left, just move that hand
to the left.
To move the trailer to the right, move your
hand to the right. Always back up slowly and,
if
possible, have someone guide you.
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