1997 BUICK PARK AVENUE wiper fluid

Windshield Washer
At the top of the multifunction lever there’s a paddle
with the word
PUSH on it. To spray washer fluid on the
windshield, push the paddle for less than a second. The
wipers will clear the window and then either stop or
return
to your preset speed. For more washer cycles,
push and hold the paddle.
In freezing weather, don’t use your washer until
the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer
fluid can form ice
on the windshield, blocking
your vision.
If your vehicle is equipped with a DIC, a
WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID LOW message will
appear on the display when you are low on washer fluid.
Cruise Control
With cruise control, you can
maintain a speed
of about
25 mph (40 kmh) or more
without keeping your foot
on the accelerator.
This can
really help on long
trips.
Cruise control does not work at speeds below about
25 mph (40 km/h).
When you apply your brakes, the cruise control
shuts
off.
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Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet
road, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because your
tire-to-road traction isn’t as good as on dry roads.
And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get
even less traction. It’s always wise to go slower and be
cautious if rain starts to fall while you are driving. The
surface may get wet suddenly when your reflexes
are
tuned for driving on dry pavement.
The heavier the rain, the harder
it is to see. Even if your
windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain
can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals,
pavement markings, the edge of the road and even
people walking.
It’s wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment
in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank
filled with washer fluid. Replace your windshield wiper
inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing
areas on the windshield, or when strips of rubber start to
separate from the inserts.
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Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you
allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move
slightly slower at night.
When you want to leave the freeway, move to the proper
lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, do not,
under any circumstances, stop and back up. Drive on to
the next exit.
The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply.
The exit speed is usually posted.
Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not
to your sense of motion. After driving for any distance
at higher speeds, you may tend to think you
are going
slower than you actually are.
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
Make sure you’re ready. Try to be well rested. If you
must start when you’re not fresh
-- such as after a day’s
work
-- don’t plan to make too many miles that first part
of the journey. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you
can easily drive in. Is
your vehicle ready for a long trip? If you keep it
serviced and maintained, it’s ready to go. If it needs
service, have it done before starting out. Of course,
you’ll find experienced and able service experts in
Buick dealerships all across North America. They’ll be
ready and willing to help if you need it.
Here are some things you can check before a trip:
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Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full?
Are all windows clean inside and outside?
Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape?
Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked
all levels?
Lamps: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean?
Tires: They are vitally important to a safe,
trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough for
long-distance driving? Are the tires all inflated to the
recommended pressure?
Weather Forecasts: What’s the weather outlook
along your route? Should you delay your trip a short
time to avoid a major storm system?
Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps?
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Section 6 Service and Appearance Care
Here you will find information about the care of your Buick. This section begins with service and fuel information,
and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your
vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care.
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6-3
6-9
6-12
6- 17
6-20
6-2
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6-24
6-28
6-29
6-30
6-34
6-34
6-46
6-47 Service
Fuel Checking Things Under the
Hood
Engine Oil
Air Cleaner Supercharger Oil
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
Engine Coolant Radiator Pressure Cap
Windshield Washer Fluid
Brakes
Battery
Bulb Replacement
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Tires 6-56
6-57
6-6
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6-64
6-65
6-66
6-67
6-73
6-75 6-76
6-77
6-77
6-78
6-78 Appearance
Care
Cleaning the Inside
of Your Buick
Cleaning the Outside of Your Buick
Underbody Maintenance
Chemical Paint Spotting
Appearance Care Materials Chart
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Electrical System
Removing the Rear Seat Cushion
Replacement Bulbs Capacities and Specifications
Air Conditioning Refrigerants
Engine Specifications Vehicle Dimensions
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
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Care of Safety Belts
Keep belts clean and dry.
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Do not bleacn or dye safety belts. If you do, it
may severely weaken them. In a crash, they
might not be able to provide adequate protection.
Clean safety belts only with mild soap and
lukewarm water.
Glass
Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner (GM
Part
No. 1050427) or a liquid household glass cleaner
will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on
interior glass.
Don’t use abrasive cleaners on glass, because they may
cause scratches. Avoid placing decals on the inside rear
window, since they may have to be scraped off later. If
abrasive cleaners are used on the inside
of the rear
window, an electric defogger element may be damaged.
Any temporary license should not be attached across the
defogger grid.
Cleaning the Outside of the
Windshield and Wiper Blades
If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield
washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax,
sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield.
Clean the outside of the windshield with GM
Windshield Cleaner, Bon Ami@ Powder (non-scratching
glass cleaning powder), GM Part
No. 105001 1. The
windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse
it with water.
Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades
and affect their performance. Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with
a cloth soaked in full-strength windshield
washer solvent. Then rinse the blade with water.
Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary;
replace blades that look worn.
Weatherstrips
Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last
longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply
silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six
months. During very cold, damp weather more frequent
application may be required. (See “Recommended
Fluids and Lubricants’’ in the Index.)
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At Least Twice a Year
Restraint System Check
Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your
belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are
working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged
safety belt system
parts. If you see anything that might
keep
a safety belt system from doing its job, have it
repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced.
Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings,
and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system
does not need regular maintenance.)
Wiper Blade Check
Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace blade
inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or
miss areas of the windshield. Also see “Wiper Blades,
Cleaning” in the Index.
Automatic Transaxle Check
Check the transaxle fluid level; add if needed. See
“Automatic Transaxle” in the Index. A fluid loss
may indicate a problem. Check the system and repair
if needed.
At Least Once a Year
Key Lock Cylinders Service
Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant
specified in
Part D.
Body Lubrication Service
Lubricate all body door hinges. Also lubricate all hinges
and latches, including those for the hood, glove box
door and console door.
Part D tells you what to use.
More frequent lubrication may be required when
exposed to a corrosive environment.
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Power Seat
Lumbar Controls
.............................. 1-2
Memory Function
.............................. 1-3
Pregnancy. Use of Safety Belts
.................... 1-19
Problems on the Road
............................ 5-1
Protection. Lockout
.............................. 2-8
Publications. Service and Owner
................... 8- 10
Radiator
..................................... 5- 19
Radiator Pressure Cap
........................... 6-28
Radio Reception
................................ 3-33
Radios
.......................... 3.10.14.3.18. 3.21
Theft Deterrent Feature
........................ 3-30
Rain. Driving In
................................ 4-18
Reading Lamps
........................... 2-48. 2-49
Rear
DoorSecurityLocks
........................... 2-7
Outside Seat Position
.......................... 1-28
Safety Belt Comfort Guides
..................... 1-31
Seat Passengers
.............................. 1-28
Storage Armrest
.............................. 2-60
Towing
..................................... 5-10
Window Defogger
............................. 3-8
Rear Seat Cushion. Removing
..................... 6-73
Rearview Mirror Electrochromic Daymight
...................... 2-50
Electrochromic Daymight
with Compass .......... 2-51
Inside Daymight
............................. 2-50
Reclining Front Seatbacks
......................... 1-5
RainSenseWipers
.............................. 2-38
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
............... 7-44
Recovery Tank. Coolant
..................... 5.15. 5.16
Refrigerants.
Air Conditioning .................... 6-77
Remote Fuel Door Release
............................. 6-7
Keyless Entry
................................. 2-8
Keyless Entry. Instant
Alarm ..................... 2-9
Keyless Entry. Personal Choice Features
........... 2-10
Keyless Entry. Security Feedback
................ 2-11
Keyless Entry. Synchronization
.................. 2-10
Trunk Release
................................ 2-14
Replacement Bulbs
...................................... 6-75
Parts
....................................... 6-78
Wheel
...................................... 6-54
Replacing Safety Belts
........................... 1-48
Reporting Safety Defects
...................... 8-8, 8-9
Restraints Checking
................................... l-47
Child ....................................... l-35
Head ........................................ l-7
Replacing Parts After a Crash ................... 1-48
Systemcheck
................................ 7-40
Reverse, Automatic Transaxle
..................... 2-24
Right Front Passenger Position
.................... 1-20
Roadside Assistance
.............................. 8-5
Roadside Assistance, Canadian
..................... 8-5
Rocking
Your Vehicle ........................... 5-34
Rotation, Tires
................................. 6-50
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Ventilation System ............................... 3-6
Visor Vanity Mirror. Illuminated
................... 2-62
Visors. Sun
.................................... 2-62
Voltage Indicator
............................... 2-74
warning Devices
............................... 5-2
Warning Lights. Gages and Indicators
............... 2-73
Warranty Information
............................. 8-8
Washer Fluid. Windshield
........................ 6-29
Washing Your Vehicle
........................... 6-61
Weatherstrips
.................................. 6-60
Wheel Alignment
.................................. 6-54
Nut Torque
............................. 5-29, 6-76
Replacement
................................. 6-54
Wrench
..................................... 5-24
WindowLock
.................................. 2-33 Windows
..................................... 2-33
Express-Down
............................... 2-33
Power
...................................... 2-33
Windshield Washer
............................. 2-39
Fluid
.................................. 2-39, 6-29
Fluid Level Check
............................ 7-39
Windshield Wiper
.............................. 2-37
Bladecleaning
............................... 6-60
Blade Replacement
........................... 6-46
Windshield Wipers, Rain Sense
.................... 2-38
Winter Driving
................................. 4-26
Wiper Blade Check
............................. 7-40
Wiper Blades, Cleaning
.......................... 6-60
WreckerTowing
................................. 5-7
Wrench, Wheel
................................. 5-24
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