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4-23
At the entrance, there is usually a ramp that leads to the
freeway. If you have a clear view of the freeway as you
drive along the entrance ramp, you should begin to
check traffic. Try to determine where you expect to
blend with the flow. Try to merge into the gap at close to
the prevailing speed. Switch on your turn signal, check
your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as
necessary. Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow.
Once you are on the freeway, adjust your speed to the
posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it's slower. Stay
in the right lane unless you want to pass.
Before changing lanes, check your mirrors. Then use
your turn signal.
Just before you leave the lane, glance quickly over your
shoulder to make sure there isn't another vehicle in your
ªblindº spot.
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.
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4-38 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
When you tow a trailer, your vehicle may need a different
turn signal flasher and/or extra wiring. Check with your
dealer. The arrows on your instrument panel will flash
whenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly
hooked up, the trailer lamps will also flash, telling other
drivers you're about to turn, change lanes or stop.
When towing a trailer, the arrows on your instrument
panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer
are burned out. Thus, you may think drivers behind you
are seeing your signal when they are not. It's important
to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are
still working.
Driving On Grades
Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start
down a long or steep downgrade. If you don't shift
down, you might have to use your brakes so much that
they would get hot and no longer work well.
On a long uphill grade, shift down and reduce your
speed to around 45 mph (70 km/h) to reduce the
possibility of engine and transaxle overheating.
If you are towing a trailer, you may want to drive in
DRIVE (D) instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (
)
(or, as you need to, a lower gear).
Parking on Hills
CAUTION:
You really should not park your vehicle, with a
trailer attached, on a hill. If something goes
wrong, your rig could start to move. People can
be injured, and both your vehicle and the trailer
can be damaged.
But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, here's
how to do it:
1. Apply your regular brakes, but don't shift into
PARK (P) yet.
2. Have someone place chocks under the
trailer's wheels.
3. When the wheel chocks are in place, release the
regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load.
4. Reapply the regular brakes. Then apply your parking
brake, and shift to PARK (P).
5. Release the regular brakes.
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4-39 When You Are Ready to Leave After
Parking on a Hill
1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down
while you:

Start your engine;

Shift into a gear; and

Release the parking brake.
2. Let up on the brake pedal.
3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks.
4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks.
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
Your vehicle will need service more often when you're
pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more
on this. Things that are especially important in trailer
operation are automatic transaxle fluid (don't overfill),
engine oil, drive belt, cooling system and brake system.
Each of these is covered in this manual, and the Index
will help you find them quickly. If you're trailering, it's
a good idea to review this information before you start
your trip.
Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts
are tight.
Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing
Your cooling system may temporarily overheat during
severe operating conditions. See ªEngine Overheatingº
in the Index.
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6-67
Fuse Description
1 Ignition Key Solenoid
4 Ignition Signal
-- Hot in Run and
Start
-- PCM, BCM U/H Relay
5 Remote Radio Premium Sound
6 Power Mirrors
8 Panel Dimming
10 Ignition Signal
-- Hot in Run,
Unlock and Start
-- Cluster,
Powertrain Control Module,
Body Control Module
13 DRL Module
14 Interior Lamps
15 Door Locks
17 Taillamps, License Lamp
18 Radio
19 Heated Mirror
20 Cruise Control
22 ClustersFuse Description
23 Cigarette Lighter
-- Auxiliary
Power Connection (Power Drop),
Data Link
24 Stoplamps
26 Parking Lamps
27 Auxiliary Power Connection
(Power Drop)
-- Hot in ACC
and Run
28 Crank Signal
-- Body Control
Module, Cluster, Powertrain
Control Modules
29 Ignition Signal
-- HVAC
Control Head
30 Shifter Lock Solenoid
31 Air Bag
32 Body Control Module
33 Hazard Flashers
34 Driver's Heated Seat
36 Ignition Signal
-- Hot in ACC and
Run
-- Body Control Module
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6-69
Fuse Description
3 Power Seats, Rear Defog,
Heated Seats
4 High Blower, Hazard Flasher,
Stoplamps, Power Mirror,
Door Locks
5 Ignition Switch, BTSI, Stoplamps,
ABS, Turn Signals, Cluster, Air
Bag, DRL Module
6 Cooling Fan
7 Interior Lamps, Retained
Accessory Power, Keyless Entry,
CEL TEL, Data Link, HVAC
Head, Cluster, Radio, AUX Power
(Power Drop), Cigarette Lighter
8 Ignition Switch, Wipers, Radio,
Steering Wheel Controls, Body
Control Module, AUX Power
(Power Drop), Power Windows,
Sunroof, HVAC Controls, DRL,
Rear Defog Relay
9 Cooling Fan 2
10 Cooling Fan 3Relay Description
11 Starter Solenoid
12 Cooling Fan 1
13 Ignition Main
14 Not Used
15 A/C Clutch
16 Horn
17 Fog Lamps
18 Fuel Pump, Speed Control
(L67 only)
19 Fuel Pump
20 Not Used
21 Generator
22 ECM
23 A/C Compressor Clutch
24 Cooling Fan
25 Electronic Ignition
26 Transaxle
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9-2
Back-Up Lamp Bulb Replacement 6-43 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery 6-35 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jump Starting 5-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacement, Remote Keyless Entry 2-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rundown Protection 2-48 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warnings 5-3, 5-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BBB Auto Line 8-3, 8-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Better Business Bureau Mediation 8-3, 8-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Blizzard 4-29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake
Adjustment 6
-34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BTSI 2-23, 2-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fluid 6-31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master Cylinder 6-31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking 2-27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pedal Travel 6-34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing System Parts 6-35 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System Warning Light 2-62 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trailer 4-36 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI) 2-23, 2-30 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transaxle Shift Interlock Check 7-17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wear 6-34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brakes, Anti-Lock 4-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Braking 4-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Braking in Emergencies 4-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ªBreak-Inº, New Vehicle 2-17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BTSI 2-23, 2-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BTSI Check 7-17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bulb Replacement 6-36 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Canadian Roadside Assistance 8-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Capacities and Specifications 6-71 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Carbon Monoxide 2-14, 2-33, 4-30, 4-37 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cassette
Deck Service 7
-15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tape Player 3-11, 3-15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tape Player Care 3-22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tape Player Errors 3-12, 3-16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp Bulb Replacement 6-40 . . . .
Center Passenger Position 1-32 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Certification Label 4-32 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chains, Safety 4-36 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chains, Tire 6-54 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Change Oil Soon Light 2-72 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing a Flat Tire 5-21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Charging System Light 2-61 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking Your Restraint Systems 1-53 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chemical Paint Spotting 6-62 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Child Restraints 1-37 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position 1-42 . . . . . . . . . . .
Securing in the Center Rear Seat Position 1-45 . . . . . . . . . .
Securing in the Right Front Seat Position 1-46 . . . . . . . . . .
Top Strap 1-42 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Where to Put 1-41 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cigarette Lighter 2-52 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Circuit Breakers and Fuses 6-66 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaner/Filter, Engine Air 6-18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Second Gear, Automatic Transaxle 2-25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Security
Feedback 2
-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Light 2-72 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System 2-15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service 6-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bulletins, Ordering 8-10, 8-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Soon Light 2-67 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Manuals, Ordering 8-10, 8-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parts Identification Label 6-64 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Publications, Ordering 8-10, 8-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Work, Doing Your Own 6-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service and Appearance Care 6-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service Vehicle Soon Light 2-73 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle 1-26 . . . . . . . . . . .
Sheet Metal Damage 6-61 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shift Lever 2-22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shift Lock Release 2-31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shifting
Automatic Transaxle 2
-22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driver Selectable 2-26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Into Park 2-28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Out of Park 2-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 1-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Signaling Turns 2-36 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Six-Way Power Seat 1-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Skidding 4-16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sound Equipment, Adding 3-22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spare Tire, Compact 5-32 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications and Capacities 6-71 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications, Engine 6-71 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Speech Impaired, Customer Assistance 8-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Speedometer 2
-59 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stains, Cleaning 6-56 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starter Switch Check 7-17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting Your V6 Engine 2-19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steam 5-9, 5-10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering
in Emergencies 4
-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Magnetic Variable Effort4-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power 4-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TILT-WHEEL2-35 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tips 4-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering Wheel Touch Controls, Audio 3-20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storage Compartments 2-50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storage, Vehicle 6-35 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow 5-33 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sun Visors 2-53 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Symbols, Vehicle v. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tachometer 2-59 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tail/Stop/Turn Signal Lamp Bulb Replacement 6-41 . . . . . . .
Tape Player Care 3-22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Temperature Control 3-2, 3-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Theft 2-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Theft-Deterrent Feature 3-18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Theft-Deterrent System 2-15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
THEFTLOCK
3-18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Thermostat 6-25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Third Gear, Automatic Transaxle 2-25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TILT-WHEEL Adjustable Steering Column 2-35 . . . . . . . .
Time, Setting the 3-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tire-Loading Information Label 4-31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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