1997 BUICK PARK AVENUE brakes

Long Tripmighway ,Maintenance Schedule I
The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles
(166
000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles
(166
000 km) at the same intervals. The services shown
at 150,000 miles
(240 000 km) should be performed at
the same interval after 150,000 miles
(240 000 km).
See “Owner Checks and Services” and “Periodic
Maintenance Inspections” following.
Footnotes
? The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the
California Air Resources Board has determined that the
failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify
the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the
completion of the vehicle’s useful life. We, however,
urge that all recommended maintenance services be
performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance
be recorded.
# Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage, transaxle
shift linkage, parking brake cable guides and the
underbody contact points and linkage.
* If your vehicle has an Engine Oil Life Monitor, the
monitor will show you when to change the oil
-- usually
between
3,000 miles (5 000 km) and 7,500 miles
(12 500 km) since your last oil change. Under severe
conditions, the indicator may come on before
3,000 miles (5 000 km). Never drive your vehicle more
than
7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 12 months without an
oil change.
The system won’t detect dust in the oil.
So if you
drive in a dusty area, be sure to change your oil every
3,000 miles (5 000 km) or sooner if the CHANGE OIL
light comes on. Remember to reset the Oil Life Monitor
when the oil has been changed. For more information,
see “Engine Oil Life Monitor” in the Index.
+ A good time to check your brakes is during tire
rotation. See “Brake System Inspection” under “Periodic
Maintenance Inspections” in Part
C of this schedule.
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Ignition Transaxle Lock Check
While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn
the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position.
The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift
lever is
in PARK (P).
The key should come out only in LOCK.
Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK (P)
Mechanism Check
When you are doing this check, your vehicle
could begin to move. You or others could be
injured and property could be damaged. Make
sure there
is room in front of your vehicle in case
it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular
brake
at once should the vehicle begin to move. Park on a fairly
steep hill, with the vehicle facing
downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the
parking brake.
To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With
the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL (N),
slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake
pedal.
Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking
brake only.
To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability:
With the engine running, shift to PARK
(P). Then
release all brakes.
Underbody Flushing Service At least every spring, use plain water to
flush any
corrosive materials from the underbody. Take care to
clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris
can collect.
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Part C: Periodic Maintenance
Inspections
Listed below are inspections and services which should
be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each
spring and fall). You should let your
GM dealer’s
service department or other qualified service center do
these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are
completed at once.
Proper procedures
to perform these services may be
found in a
GM service manual. See “Service and Owner
Publications” in the Index.
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle
Boot and Seal Inspection
Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering
system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of
wear
or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering
lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks,
cracks, chafing, etc. Clean and then inspect the drive
axle boot seals for damage, tears or leakage. Replace
seals
if necessary.
Exhaust System Inspection
Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near
the exhaust system.
Look for broken, damaged, missing or out-of-position parts
as well
as open seams, holes, loose
connections or other conditions which could cause a heat
build-up
in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into
the vehicle. See “Engine Exhaust”
in the Index.
Radiator and Heater Hose Inspection
Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are
cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes,
fittings and clamps; replace as needed.
Throttle Linkage Inspection
Inspect the throttle linkage for interference or binding,
and for damage or missing parts. Replace parts as
needed. Replace any cables that have high effort or
excessive wear.
Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise
control cables.
Brake System Inspection
Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and
hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors
for surface condition. Also inspect drum brake linings
for wear and cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including
drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc.
Check parking brake adjustment. You may need to have
your brakes inspected more often
if your driving habits
or conditions result in frequent braking.
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1997 BUCK SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION
The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out
the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it in with your check, money order,
or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.)
CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1997 BUCK
SERVICE MANUALS
Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information
on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes,
electrical, steering, body, etc.
RETAIL SELL PRICE:
$90.00
TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL
This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments and specifications for the
1997 GM transmissions, transaxles and transfer cases.
RETAIL SELL PRICE:
$40.00
OWNER’S INFORMATION
Owner publications are written directly for Owners and
intended to provide basic operational information about the
vehicle. The owner’s manual will include the Maintenance
Schedule for all models.
In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner’s Manual and
Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE:
$1 5.00
Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only.
RETAIL SELL PRICE:
$10.00
CURRENT & PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS
Service Publications are available for current and past
model
GM vehicles. To request an order form, please
specify year and model name of the vehicle.
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Section 9 Index
Air Bag ...................................... 1-20
How Does it Restrain
.......................... 1-24
How it Works
................................ 1-22
Location
.................................... 1-22
Readiness Light
......................... 1.21. 2.74
Servicing
................................... 1-26
What Makes it Inflate
.......................... 1-24
What Will
You See After it Inflates ............... 1-24
When Should it Inflate
......................... 1-23
Aircleaner
.................................... 6-17
Air Conditioning
................................ 3-5
Air Conditioning Refrigerants
..................... 6-77
Air Control. Climate Control System ............. 3.3. 3-4
Alarm. Content Theft-Deterrent
................... 2- 16
Alignment and Balance. Tire
....................... 6-54
Aluminum Wheels. Cleaning
...................... 6-62
Antenna. Heated Backlite
........................ 3-35
Antifreeze
..................................... 6-24
Anti-Lock
Brake System Warning Light
................ 2-76. 4-7
Brakes
...................................... 4-7
Anti.Theft. Radio
.............................. 3-30
Air Filter. Passenger Compartment .................. 3-7
Alarm. Instant. Keyless Entry
...................... 2-9 Appearancecare
............................... 6-56
Appearance Care Materials
....................... 6-65
Arbitration Program
.............................. 8-7
Armrest. Storage
.......................... 2.59. 2.60
Astroroof
..................................... 2-64
Audio Controls, Steering Wheel Touch Control
....... 3-32
Audio Equipment, Adding
........................ 3-33
Audio Systems
................................. 3-10
Automatic
Overdrive
................................... 2-25
Transaxle Check
.............................. 7-40
Transaxle Fluid
............................... 6-21
Ashtrays
...................................... 2-61
Transaxle Operation
........................... 2-23
Transaxle Park Mechanism Check
................ 7-42
Auxiliary Power Outlets
.......................... 2-63
Battery
................... ................ 6-34
Jump Starting
................................. 5-3
Replacement. Keyless Entry
.................... 2-13
Rundown Protection
........................... 2-49
WarningLight
............................... 2-74
Warnings
................................ 5.3. 5.4
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BBB Auto Line ................................. 8-7
Better Business Bureau Mediation
................... 8-7
Brake Belt. Engine Accessory
..................... 6-78. 6-79
Blizzard. Driving In
............................. 4-28
Adjustment
.................................. 6-33
Fluid
....................................... 6-30
Master Cylinder
.............................. 6-30
Parking
..................................... 2-27
PedalTravel
.................................. 6-33
Replacing System Parts
........................ 6-33
System Warning Light
......................... 2-75
Trailer
...................................... 4-36
Transaxle Shift Interlock
....................... 2-30
Transaxle Shift Interlock Check
.................. 7-41
Wear
....................................... 6-32
Brakes. Anti-Lock
............................... 4-7
Braking
........................................ 4-6
Braking
in Emergencies .......................... 4- 10
Break-In. New Vehicle
.......................... 2- 19
BTSI
......................................... 2-30
BTSICheck
................................... 7-41
Bulb Replacement
.............................. 6-34
Canadian Roadside Assistance
.................... 8-5
Capacities and Specifications
...................... 6-76
Carbon Monoxide
.......... 2-15.2-31.2-32.4-29. 4-35
Cassette Deck Service
........................... 7-39
Cassette Tape Player
....................... 3- 10. 3- 14
Cassette Tape Player Care ........................ 3-34 Cassette
Tape Player Errors
.................. 3.12. 3.16
CDChanger. TrunkMounted
...................... 3-27
Cellular Phone Readiness Package
................. 2-63
Center Passenger Position
........................ 1-26
Central Door Unlocking System
.................... 2-5
Certification Label .............................. 4-31
Chains. Safety
................................. 4-36
Chains. Tire
................................... 6-56
Change Engine Oil Soon
......................... 6-16
Changing a Flat Tire
............................. 5-22
Check Tire Pressure System
....................... 6-49
Checking
Your Restraint Systems .................. 1-47
Chemical Paint Spotting
.......................... 6-64
Child Restraints
................................ 1-35
Securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position
........... 1-37
Securing in the Center Rear Seat Position
.......... 1-39
Securing in the Right Front Seat Position
.......... 1-41
TopStrap
................................... 1-36
Wheretoput
................................ 1-35
Chrome Wheels. Cleaning
........................ 6-62
Cigarette Lighter
............................... 2-62
Circuit Breakers and Fuses
....................... 6-68
Cleaner, Air
................................... 6-17
Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome Wheels
................... 6-62
Exterior LampsLenses
........................ 6-61
Fabric
................................. 6-57. 6-58
Glass
....................................... 6-60
Inside
of Your Buick .......................... 6-57
Instrument Panel
............................. 6-59
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Tires (Continued)
Traction
.................................... 6-53
Treadwear
................................... 6-53
Uniform Quality Grading
....................... 6-53
Wear Indicators
.............................. 6-5 1
Wheel Replacement ........................... 6-54
When It’s Time for New
....................... 6-5 1
Top Strap
..................................... 1-36
Torque. Wheel Nut
......................... 5-29. 6-76
Towing a Trailer
................................ 4-32
Towing Your Vehicle
............................. 5-7
Traction
Control System
................................ 4-9
Control System Warning Light
.............. 2.76. 4.9
Brakes
..................................... 4-36
Driving on Grades
............................ 4-38
Drivingwith
................................. 4-36
Hitches
..................................... 4-35
Maintenance When Towing
..................... 4-38
Parkingonfills
.............................. 4-38
Safety Chains
................................ 4-36
Tongueweight
............................... 4-34
Total Weight on Tires
.......................... 4-35
Towing
..................................... 4-32
Turnsignals
................................. 4-37
Weight
..................................... 4-34
Transaxle Fluid. Automatic
....................... 6-21
Transmitters. Matching to Your Vehicle
............. 2- 12
TorqueLock
................................... 2-30
Trailer Transmitters.
Remote Keyless Entry
................. 2-8
Transportation. Courtesy
.......................... 8-6
Trip Odometer
................................. 2-72
Trunk Accesspanel
................................ 2-61
LockRelease
................................ 2-14
Lockout. Remote Release
...................... 2-14
Release. Remote
.............................. 2-14
Security Override
............................. 2-14
TrunkLamp
................................... 2-49
Trunk Mounted CD Changer
...................... 3-27
TTY Users
..................................... 8-4
Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator
............. 2-35
Turn Signal On Chime
........................... 2-36
Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever
................... 2-34
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
................ 4-37
Twilight Sentinel
............................... 2-46
Underbody Flushing Service
..................... 7-42
Underbody Maintenance
......................... 6-64
Universal Transmitter
............................ 2-64
Vehicle Control
...................................... 4-6
Dimensions
................................. 6-78
Identification Number
......................... 6-66
Loading
.................................... 4-30
Storage
..................................... 6-34
Damage Warnings
.............................. ix
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