door lock BUICK ROADMASTER 1993 Owners Manual

Vehicle Symbols . , . '
mcese are some .of the,symbols you will find on your vehicle. . ' . '".' . '*
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For example,
these symbols
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are used on an
original battery:
CAUTION
INJURY
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POSSIBLE: .' A
.' PR~TECT @
EYES BY
SHIELDING
CAUSTIC
ACID COULD
&
BATTERY CAUSE
BURNS
SPARKS AVOID
OR '"8
FLAMES
COULD
EXPLODE BATTERY
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These symbols
are
important
for you.and.
your passengers
whenever your
vehicle-is- ' .
driven: ~ , E , .. , .,
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DOOR LOCK,' f 1
UNLOCK e
SEAT,
BELTS
WlNDOW
f -1
POWER
These symbols, . _.
have to'do with , .
your lights: ' ,. , - .<
*_
' 'LIGHTING
-8-
MASTER %. . 8
. 'SWITCH /., .
PARKING pf
LIGHTS
HAZARD
WARNING
:A
FLASHER
HIGH
'IGHTS BEAM OR = =o
,. T.hese symbols ',
are on some bf
your controls.:
WIN'DSHIELD. ' ' ' 0- c,
WIPER a Q
WINDSHIELDQ WASHER
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WASHER I
. WlNDSHlELD(fji)
DEFROSTER
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WINDOW
DEFOGGER
' WASHER EG
HEADLAMP -
WIPER
These symbols
are used on '
,warning and
indicator lights:
RADIATOR COOLANT
FUEL
ENGINE OIL 'e,
PRESSURE
TEMP
Oli 4%
ANTILOCK. (a)
BRAKE
Bere are some
other symbols
,you may see:
FUSE
RADIO.
CONDITIONING ..
TRUNK
HATCHBACK
e
RELEASE --
LIGHTER e,
SPEAKER
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The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here's how tu wear it
properly.
1. Close arrd lock the door.
2. ,Adjust the seat (to. see how, .see "Seats'' in ,the Index)
so you.' can sit up straight.

Part 2 Feat.ures and Controls
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Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Buick, and infom.ation on starting. shifting
and braking
. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working
properly
. and what to do if you have a problem .
Part 2 includes:
Keys
........................................................................\
..... 62
DoorLock ....................................................................... \
63
New Vehicle Break-In ............................................................... 74
Starting the Engine
................................................................. 75
Shifting the Transmission
.......................................................... 78, 82
Windows ........................................................................\
. 87
TiltSteeringWheel
................................................................ 88
Multi-IFunctionLever ............................................................... 88
TurnandLaneChangeSignals ................................................... 89
Headlight High-Low Beam Changer .............................................. 90
Windshield WiperWasher
....................................................... 91
Cruise Control
.................................................................. 94
Instrument Panel
................................................................... 1 13
Speedometer and Odometer
..................................................... 114
Warning Lights and Gages
...................................................... 114
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b GAUTION:
Leaving young children in a vehlt: wih LIIC
ignition key is dangerous for many reasons.
A child or others could be badP ‘njured or
even killed.
They could operate power windows
or other
controls
or even make the vehicle move. Don’t
leave the keys in a vehicle with young childr
The door keys are for the
doors and all other locks.

When a new Roadmaster is delivered, the dealer
removes
the plugs from the keys, and gives them to the
first owner.
Each plug
has a code on it that tells your dealer or a
qualified locksmith how to make exBa keys. Keep ‘the
plugs in a
safe place. If y.ou lose your keys, you’ll be
able to have new ones made easily using these plugs.
Door Locks
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A CAUTION:
Unlocked doors can be dangerou,.
P.assengers
- especially children - can easily
open the doors and fall out. When a.door is
locked, the inside handle won’t open
it. , .,
Outsiders can easily enter through an uniockc
door when you
slow down or stop your vehicle.
?his may not be
so obvious: You increase the
chance of being thrown out of the vehicle
in a
crash if the doors aren’t locked. Wear safetl
belts properly, lock your doors, and you wi’ll be
far better off whenever you drive your vehicle.
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Leaving Your Vehicle
If you are leaving. the vehicle, open your-door and set
the locks from inside. Then get out and close the door.
Remote Trunk Release
The security switch in the
glove
box must be “ON”
for the “TRUNK’ release
button.-.to. work.
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The “TRUNK” button is
to the left of-the sre.e&g
column..
Push it to o.pkn
the trunk from inside.your
car. When
the trunk security switch is turned
OFF, the trunk.
can only be opened with the key or the Remote Keyless
Entry System.
Automatic Pull-Down Feature (Option)
If you have this feature, it pulls the trunk. lid closed. This
allows you to gently push the trunk lid down -and the
pull-down feature then secures
it completely.
Your car may have an automatic pull-down
feature that helps close the trunk electronically.
Your fingers
can be trapped under the trunk lid
as it goes down. Your fingers could be injured
and yow would need someone to help you free
them. Keep your fingers away .From the mnk lid
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A .CAUTION-
It can be 'dangerous to drive with the rear
mrindaw, and/or tailgate open. Carbmimonoxide
(CO) ,gas can come into your vehicle. You can't
see
03 smell co. It can -use unconsciousness
and even death.
If you must driv- ---'*,- 'he rer ---'xiow and/c
tailgate open:
Make sure al
Turn the fan on your heating or coolin!
system to
its highest speed with the
setting on
ECON. That will force outsic
Controls"
in the Index.
instrumen
ban open them a he way.
. . air into your vehicle. See '' Comfort
If you have air vents on or under the
Turn the key to the right (clockwise) to.unlock. The key
cannot be removed in this position.
To close and lock, lift up and push in on the door. Turn
the kev to left, back to the original position and remove.
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Remote Keyless Entry System
(Option)
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-If your Buick has this option, you cim loc$andanlbck
your doors or unlock your trunk or tailgate3tom
u.p to
30 feet (9 m) using the key chain transmitter supplied
with your vehicle.
Your. Remote Keyless Entry System operates on a radio
ftequency s.ubject
to Federal C.on&unications
Commission
(FCC) Rules. This device complies with Part
15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the followbg two conditions:
(1)
This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Should interference to this system occur, try
this:
@ Check to determine if battery replacement is
necessary. See the instructions
on battery
replacement.
@ Check the distance. You may be too far from your
vehicle. This product has a maximum range.
e Check the location.. Other vehicles or objects may be
blockiGg!$he signal.
See your Buick dealer or a qualified technician for
service.
Changes or modifications to this system
by other than an
authorized service facility could void authorization to
use this equipment.

Theft
Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities.
Although your Buick has
a number of the€t deterrent
features, we know that nothing we put on it can make
it
impossible to steal. However, there are ways y6U can
help.
Kev in t~he ignition: If you walk away from your
vehicle with the keys inside, it's an easy'target for joy%..
riders or professional thieves - so don't do it. wyqw. .:: %3: F: ;-;.::. *.'%(:.
When you park your Buick and open'the diiver 's'door,
you'll hear a tone reminding you'to remove your key
from the ignition and take it with you.' Always
do this..
Your steering wheel will be locked, and
so will your
ignition and transmission. And remember to lock the
doors.
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Parking at Night: Park in a lighted spot, close all
windows and lock your vehicle. Remember to keep your
valuables out
of sight. Put them in a storage area, -or take
them with you.

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On. the sedan, the cap is behind the rear license plate. : '
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/! CAUTION:
Ga din rapor is ply tlammawe. It Durn:
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. While refueling, hang the cap inside the wagon fuel
door. Place the cap on the inner most edge and turn it to
the
right as. necessary to secure.
To take off the cap, turn it slowly to the left
(counterclockwise).
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