1998 BUICK PARK AVENUE glove box

The master key is used
for the ignition, as well
as all door locks ad
storage compartments.
The vdet key
is used for the
ignition and the
two side
doors only. It will not open
the
trunk or glove box. This
is
a theft-deterrent feature.
The vdet key should always
be used when valet
puking
your vehicle.
Wen a new vehicle is delivered, the deder removes the
plugs from the keys, and gives them to the first owner.
However,
if the ignition key does not have a plug, there
may be a bar-coded key tag instead.
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 or
the tag. If your ignition keys don't have plugs, go to
your dealer
for the correct key code if you need a new
ignition key.
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: : :.;t~r.e purk in a lot where someone will be watchng
.I i w; vetticlc, it’s best to lock it up and take your keys.
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IF possible, park in a busy, well lit area.
Put your valuables in a storage area, like your
trunk or glove box. Be sure to close and lock the
storage area.
Close all windows.
Lock the glove box.
Lock all doors except the driver’s.
Give the valet key
to the valet. Then take the master
key and remote keyless entry transmitter with you. YQW
vehicle is equipped
with a Content
Theft-Deterrent alarm system. With this system,
the
SECURITY light will
flash as you open the door
(if your ignition is
off).
This light reminds you to activate the theft-deterrent
system. Here’s
how to do it:
I. Open the door.
2. Lock the door with the power door lock switch or the
remote keyless entry transmitter.
The SECURITY
light should come on and stay on.
3. Close all doors. The SECURITY light should go off
after approximately 30 seconds. The alarm is not
armed until the SECURITY light goes off.
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When you open the glove box, a lamp will on
inside the glove box.
This will automatically turn off I
when the glove box is closed.
This feature shuts off dl lamps that are left on for more
than 144 minutes when the ignition is off. This will keep
your battery from running down.
When
you are sitting in a comfortable driving position,
adjust the mimr SO you can see clearly behind your
vehicle. Grip the mirror in the center to move it up OF
down and side to side. The day/night adjustment dlows
YOU Eo adjust the Ilnissoff to avoid glare from the kmps
behind you. Pull the tab forward for daytime use; push it
back for night use.
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Make sure the safety belt reminder Bight and all your
belts, buckles,
Iatclr plates, retractors and anchorages are
working properly. Eo~k for any other loose damaged
safety belt systen parts. If YOU see anything that might
keep
a safety belt system from doing its job, have it
repaired. Have any tom or frayed safety belts replaced.
Also look for any opened OB broken air bag coverings,
and have them repaired OF replaced. (The air bag system
does not need regular maintenaxe.)
Inspect
wiper blades for wex or cracking. Replace blade
inserts
that appear WQ~ or damaged or that streak or
miss areas of the wkndshiefc!. Also see “Wiper Blades,
Cleaning”
in the Endex. 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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IlncIuQed with your Buick new car warranty
(3 yews/36,080 miles
(60 000 h), whichever occurs
first), is Courtesy Transportation, a
program which
will provide
hick retaiail and lease customers with:
0 Reimbursement toward a loaner vehicie, courtesy
of Buick Motor Division, up to $30 a day (five
days
maximum) for vehicles requiring overnight
warranty repairs.
Also, reimbursement up to $30 a
day (five days maximum) may be available for the
cost
of a rental car, bus or even a cab.
e A free one-way shuttle ride or vehicle pick-up from a
location up to i 0 miles ( 16 km) from the dedership
is available
for those whose vehicle only requires
same
day warranty repairs.
NOTE: All Courtesy Transportation arrangements
will be administered by your Buick dealer
service management.
Courtesy Transportation
is Bhnick’s way of extending the
Premium Service you’ve cane to expect from hick
and its over 2,800 dealers. Please review the Courtesy
Transportation glove
box card contained in your vehicle
or consult your Buick dealer €or details. Because
QE uncertain availability, it is frequently not
possible to provide customers with the same
rndadei
loaner vehicle (including optional equipment) as the
vehicle the customer owns or leases
and has brought in
for wmmty repair. If a loaner vehicle is required, please
consult your dealership
for complete program details
and loaner car availability in your area.
Some state insurance regulations make it impractical
to rent vehicles to people under 21 years of age. If you
are under 21 and have difficulty renting a vehicle, Buick
will reimburse
you up to $30/day, for any documented
transportation you receive. Please consult your dealer
for details.
For warranty repairs
during the Complete Vehicle
Coverage period in the New Vehicle Limited Warranty,
interim transportation may
be available under the
Courtesy Transportation program. Please consult
your
dealer for details. The Courtesy Transportation program
is available only in the United States and Canada.
In Canada, please consult your GM dealer for
information
on Courtesy Transportation.
hick reserves the right to
make any changes or
discontinue the Courtesy Transportation program at
any time without notification.
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