1993 BUICK LESABRE Owners Manual

Wherever the child sits, the lap portion of the belt
should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching
the child’s thighs. This applies belt force to the child’s
pelvic bones in a crash.
Safety Belt Extender
If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you
should use it.
But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your
dealer will order you an extender. It’s free. When you go
in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the
extender will be long enough for you. The extender will
be just for
you, and just for the seat in your vehicle that
you choose. Don’t let someone else use it, and use
it
only for the seat it is made to fit. To wear it, just attach it
to the regular safety belt.
Checking Your Restraint Systems
Now and then, make sure all your belts, buckles, latch
plates, retractors, anchorages and reminder systems are
working properly. Look for any loose parts or damage.
If you see anything that might keep a restraint system
from doing its job, have it repaired.
Replacing Safety Belts After a Crash
If you’ve had a crash, do you need new belts?
After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary.
But
if the belts were stretched, as they would be if worn
during a more severe crash, then you need new belts.
If belts are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision
damage also may mean you will have to have safety belt
parts, like the retractor, replaced or anchorage locations
repaired
-- even if the belt wasn’t being used at the time
of the collision.
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If your seat adjuster won't work after a crash, the special
part
of the safety belt that goes through the seat to the
adjuster may need to be replaced.
&.' What's wrong with this?
A: The belt is torn.
A CAUTION:
Torn or frayed belts may not protect you in a
crash. They can rip apart under impact forces.
If I
a belt is torn or frayed, get a new one right away.
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@ Part 2 Features & Controls I
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Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Buick. and information 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
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DoorLocks ....................................................................... \
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NewVehicleBreak-In .............................................................. 68
StartingtheEngine ................................................................. 70
ShiftingtheTransaxle .............................................................. 73
Windows ........................................................................\
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Tilt Steering Wheel ................................................................ 84
Multi-Function Lever ............................................................... 85
TunrandLaneChangeSignals ................................................... 85
Headlight High-Low Beam Changer .............................................. 87
Windshield Wipermasher ...................................................... 87
CruiseControl ................................................................ 89
Instrumentpanel ................................................................... 104
Speedometer and Odometer ..................................................... 105
Warning Lights and Gages ...................................................... 106
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Keys
1 A. CAUTION:
Leaving young children in a vehicle with the
ignition key
is dangerous for many reasons. A
child or others could be badly injured 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 children. 1
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ri The ignition keys are for
the ignition only.
The door keys are for the
doors and all other locks.
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When a new LeSabre, is delivered, the dealer removes
the plugs from the keys, and gives them to the fist
owner. However, the ignition key may not have a plug.
Each plug has
a code on it that tells your dealer or a
qualified locksmith how to make extra keys. Keep the
plugs in a safe place.
If you lose your keys, you’ll be
able to have new ones made easily using these plugs.
If
your ignition keys don’t have plugs, go to your Buick
dealer
for the correct key code if you need a new
ignition key.
Key Reminder Warning
If you leave your keys in the ignition you will hear a
warning tone when
you open the driver’s door.
Door Locks
A CAUTION:
Unlocked doors can be dangerous.
Passengers
-- 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 unlocked
door when you
slow down or stop your vehicle.
This 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 safety
belts properly,
lock your doors, and you will be
far better
off whenever you drive your vehicle.
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There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle:
From the outside: your
door key. Use I
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From the inside:
To lock
the door, slide the lock
control on the door down.
To unlock the door, slide
the lock control
up.

Power Door Locks (Option)
Push the power door lock switch to lock or unlock all
the doors at once.
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 Keyless Entry System
(Option)
If your Buick has this option, you can lock and unlock
your
doors or unlock your trunk from up to 30 feet
( 9 m) away using the key chain transmitter supplied
with your vehicle.
Your Remote Keyless Entry System operates on a radio
frequency subject
to Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) Rules.
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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following 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.
Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be
blocking the signal.
See your Buick dealer or a qualified technician for
Changes
or modifications to this system by other than an
authorized service facility could void authorization to
use this equipment.
service.
Operation
The
driver’s door will unlock when UNLOCK is
pressed.
If pressed again quickly, all doors will unlock.
All doors will lock when LOCK is pressed. The trunk will unlock when the opened trunk symbol
is pressed,
but only when the ignition is
off.
Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle
Each key chain transmitter is coded to prevent another
transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. If
a transmitter
is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased through
your dealer. Remember
to bring the remaining
transmitter with
you when you go to your dealer. When
the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your
vehicle,
the remaining transmitter must also be matched.
Once the new transmitter
is coded, the lost transmitter
will not unlock your vehicle.
You can match a transmitter
to as many different
vehicles as you own, provided they are equipped with
exactly
the same model system. (General Motors offers
several different models of these systems on their
vehicles.) Each vehicle can have only two transmitters
matched to
it.
To match a transmitter, use the following instructions,
1. Have both transmitters that will be matched to the
car present, even if only one is new. Remove the car
keys from
the ignition and have them with you.
2. Find the 12 pin diagnostic connector above the
accelerator pedal.
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