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Push the seatback fully down to lock it. Then pull the filler panel into place.
To raise the seat, push down on the edge of the seatback
and
lift the edge of the filler panel. Lift the seatback
until it locks.
in the up position. Push and pull on the.
seatback to make sure it's locked into place.
Third Seatback Operation
The third seat is folded flat in the tailgate area of your
station wagon.
To raise the seat, lift the
storage compartment lid
and fold it back.
k. ! . r,; .
b'
Pull up on the seat release
handle. The han$l&is
located
'in the lower right
comer.
of ,.the storage
compartment.
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Lower the tailgate all the. .way down.
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A .CAUTION-
It can be 'dangerous to drive with the rear
mrindaw, and/or tailgate open. Carbmimonoxide
(CO) ,gas can come into your vehicle. You can't
see
03 smell co. It can -use unconsciousness
and even death.
If you must driv- ---'*,- 'he rer ---'xiow and/c
tailgate open:
Make sure al
Turn the fan on your heating or coolin!
system to
its highest speed with the
setting on
ECON. That will force outsic
Controls"
in the Index.
instrumen
ban open them a he way.
. . air into your vehicle. See '' Comfort
If you have air vents on or under the
Turn the key to the right (clockwise) to.unlock. The key
cannot be removed in this position.
To close and lock, lift up and push in on the door. Turn
the kev to left, back to the original position and remove.
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Remote Keyless Entry System
(Option)
..
-If your Buick has this option, you cim loc$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.
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Cruise Control (Option) ,* .. :. .> ..
..
";. ?y . ..
I you can't drive safely at a steady speed.
So, don't use your Cruise Control on
winding roads or
in heavy traff'
Cruise Control can be dangerous
slippery roads. On such roads, fast
changes in tire traction can cause
needless wheel spinning, and you
COI
lose control. C tt I ~ = P ise ^ontrol on
I
lippel- poads
With Cruise Control, you can maintain a speed of about To Set. Cruise Cc-trol
25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on 1. Move the Cruise
the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise Co\
ntrol switch 'to
"ON."
Control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph ;.'
When you apply your brakes, the Cruise Control shuts i. 'I
.Off.
NOTE: On the Estate Wagon, if the tailgate window is
not completely closed the cruise control will not work.
(40 k-yn/h).
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Wagon Rear Lompartment Light and
Assist Handles .
There are courtesy lights and assist handles in the rear
compartment located on each side
of the tailgate
window.
Mirrors
Inside Mirror
When you are sitting in a comfortable driving position,
adjust the mirror
so: you can see clearly behind your car.
The day-night adjustment allows you
to adjust the
mirror
to avoid glare from the lights behind you.:
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Convenience Net (Sedan)
f
Wagon Cargo Security Cover (Option)
The security cover is used
Your car has a convenience net. You'll see
it just inside
the
back wall of the trunk.
Put-small loads, like grocery bags, behind the net. It can
help keep them from falling over during
sharp turns or
quick starts and stops.
The
net isn't for larger, heavier loads. Store them in the
trunk as far forward as you can.
You can unhook the net so that it will lie flat when
you're .not using it.
41 to cover the rear area when
vou want items hidden from
,
sight.
To use it, pull on the handle
hnd pull the cover all the
way to the tailgate.
Then,
insert each end of the cover
into the slots, making sure
. . . . . . . to get them fully in place.
To return the cover, pull again on the handle, pulling the
cover up and
out of the slots. Gently let the cover roll
back up to the
front.
Be careful not to let go of the cover before it is fully
retracted, as it could be damaged.
The security covercan also be removed from the car.
Each end of the c.over is spring-loaded. Push in either
end towards the center and lift it out from the bracket.
To replace the cover, p.ut one end of .the cover in the
bracket. Then push the other spring in
and insert it into
the bracket.
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Yom -w&gon:has 'a &t&A&-
wariiirib.light. It
should
comb:'ori when the tailgate
is dpe;neis as .a door. It will
stay on until the tailgate has
been fully closed. It does
noi.come on when the
tailgate has been opem%i as
a gate.