1993 BUICK RIVIERA 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 be
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.
&= What’s wrong with this?
A: The belt is torn.
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If a belt is torn or frayed, get a new one right
away.

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@) Part 2 Features & Controls
Here you can learn about the many standard and optional featur\
es 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 ....................................................................... \
NewVehicleBreak-In ..............................................................
StartingtheEngine .................................................................
ShiftingtheTransaxle ..............................................................
Windows ........................................................................\
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TiltSteeringWheel ................................................................
Multi-FunctionLever ...............................................................
TurnandLaneChangeSignals ...................................................
Headlight High-Low Beam Changer ..............................................
Windshield Wipermasher ......................................................
CruiseControl ................................................................
Instrumentpanel ...................................................................
Speedometer and Odometer ......................................................
Warning Lights and Gages ......................................................
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Keys
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.
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 Riviera is delivered, the dealer removes the
plugs from the keys, and gives them to t,he first 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 kev code
if you need a: new
ignition key.
Door Locks
A CAUTION:
Unlocked doors can be dangerous.
Passengers
-- especially children -- can easily
open the doors and fall out. When a
doo
locked, the inside handle won3 open it.
Outsiders can easily enter throwgh an unlocked
door when you slow down or stop your vehicle.
This may not be
so obvious: Yrou inscrease 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 inside: To lock the door, move the lock control
on the door down.
To unlock the door, move the lock control on the door
UP.
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From the outside: Use your door key.
If your vehicle has a theft deterrent system and it is '
armed, unlock the doors only with the key or Remote Keyless Entry System (if you h-ave
one). This will avoid
setting
off the alarm.
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