2004 BUICK PARK AVENUE center console

OnStar®System.............................................2-41
HomeLink®Transmitter...................................2-43
Programming the HomeLink®Transmitter.........2-43
Storage Areas................................................2-47
Glove Box...................................................2-47
Garage Door Opener Compartment.................2-47
Center Console Storage Area.........................2-48
Assist Handles.............................................2-49Rear Storage Area........................................2-49
Rear Seat Armrest........................................2-49
Rear Seat Pass Through...............................2-49
Convenience Net..........................................2-49
Sunroof.........................................................2-50
Vehicle Personalization...................................2-51
Memory Seat and Mirrors..............................2-51
Section 2 Features and Controls
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3. Place the height adapters on the proper peg by
lining up the height adapters and the transmitter
button on your garage door opener.
4. Use the hook and loop fastener found in the
storage area and attach the garage door opener
securely inside the console. Line up the transmitter
button with the height adapters.
5. Close the cover and test the GARAGE button.
If your garage door opener doesn’t work after it
is installed, try another combination.Center Console Storage Area
Your vehicle has a center console with two storage
compartments and cupholders. The cupholders have
removable liners to hold beverage containers of different
sizes. To access the cupholders and the front storage
area, push the doors covering them back into the
console. In the front storage area you will nd a place to
store a cellular phone, as well as a built-in writing
surface. Underneath this tray is a CD storage area and
another door which can be opened to retrieve items
which may fall into the space between the console and
the sliding door. To access the CD storage area,
place your nger in the oval in the top tray and lift up.
To access the rear storage area, press the lift latch
at the front edge of the armrest and pull up. Inside are
areas which can be used to store a variety of items.
The back of the console may contain either additional
cupholders or air vents for the rear seat passengers.
You will also nd two accessory power outlets located
inside the rear storage area. These outlets can be used
for accessories requiring power, such as a cellular
phone or fax machine. SeeAccessory Power Outlets on
page 3-22.
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If the URPA system is not functioning properly, the
display will ash red, indicating that there is a problem.
The light will also ash red while driving if a trailer is
attached to your vehicle, or a bicycle or object is on the
back of, or hanging out of your trunk. The light will
continue to ash until the trailer or the object is removed
and your vehicle is driven forward at at least 15 mph
(25 km/h).
It may also ash red if the ultrasonic sensors are not
kept clean. So be sure to keep your rear bumper free of
mud, dirt, snow, ice and slush or materials such as
paint or the system may not work properly. If after
cleaning the rear bumper and driving forward at at least
15 mph (25 km/h), the display continues to ash red,
see your dealer. For cleaning instructions, seeCleaning
the Outside of Your Vehicle on page 5-93.
It may also ash red if your vehicle is moving in
REVERSE (R) at a speed greater than 3 mph (5 km/h).
Other conditions that may affect system performance
include things like the vibrations from a jackhammer or
the compression of airbrakes on a very large truck.
As always, drivers should use care when backing up a
vehicle. Always look behind you, being sure to check
for other vehicles, obstructions and blind spots.Accessory Power Outlets
The accessory power outlets can be used to plug in
electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone or
CB radio.
Your vehicle has two power outlets located in the rear
storage area of the front center console. SeeCenter
Console Storage Area on page 2-48for more information
on location.
Your vehicle may have a small cap that must be pulled
down to access the accessory power outlet. If it does,
when not using the outlet be sure to cover it with
the protective cap.
The accessory power outlets will only operate while the
ignition key is in RUN and for 10 minutes after turning
the ignition off. If you would like to operate an accessory
for an extended period of time, contact your dealer for
more information.
Notice:Leaving electrical equipment on for
extended periods will drain the battery. Always turn
off electrical equipment when not in use and do
not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum
amperage rating.
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Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible to
the accessory power outlet and could result in blown
vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a problem
see your dealer for additional information on accessory
power outlets.
Notice:Adding any electrical equipment to your
vehicle may damage it or keep other components
from working as they should. The repairs would not
be covered by your warranty. Check with your
dealer before adding electrical equipment.
When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow
the proper installation instructions included with
the equipment.
Notice:Improper use of the power outlet can cause
damage not covered by your warranty. Do not
hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket
from the plug because the power outlets are
designed for accessory power plugs only.Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
The front ashtray is located under the climate control
panel on the center console. Press on the door to
release the ashtray. To close, press on the door again.
To empty the ashtray, remove it from the center
console by gripping the edges and pulling straight out.
To reinstall, push the tray back into place.
The rear ashtrays are located on each rear door panel.
To remove a rear ashtray, open the lid and ease the
ashtray upward until the edge can be grasped to pull the
ashtray up and out.
Notice:If you put papers or other ammable items
in the ashtray, hot cigarettes or other smoking
materials could ignite them and possibly damage
your vehicle. Never put ammable items in the
ashtray.
There is a cigarette lighter near the front ashtray.
To use it, push it in all the way and let go. When it’s
ready, it will pop back out by itself.
Notice:Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is
heating will not allow the lighter to back away from
the heating element when it is hot. Damage from
overheating may occur to the lighter or heating
element, or a fuse could be blown. Do not hold a
cigarette lighter in while it is heating.
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B
Backing Up....................................................4-43
Battery..........................................................5-43
Battery Replacement......................................... 2-9
Battery Rundown Protection.............................3-18
Battery Warning Light......................................3-37
Before Leaving on a Long Trip.........................4-23
Body Lubrication Service..................................6-20
Brake
Parking......................................................2-29
System Inspection.......................................6-24
System Warning Light..................................3-38
Brake Fluid....................................................5-40
Brake Wear...................................................5-42
Brakes..........................................................5-40
Braking........................................................... 4-6
Braking in Emergencies..................................... 4-9
Break-In, New Vehicle.....................................2-23
Bulb Replacement...........................................5-51
Front Turn Signal Lamps..............................5-54
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-51
Headlamp Aiming........................................5-49
Headlamps.................................................5-51
Rear Quarter Panel Turn Signal and
Stoplamps...............................................5-58
Rear Turn Signal, Stoplamps and
Back-Up Lamps.......................................5-54
Replacement Bulbs......................................5-60
Buying New Tires...........................................5-74
C
California Fuel.................................................. 5-5
Canada – Customer Assistance.......................... 7-4
Canadian Owners................................................ ii
Canadian Roadside Assistance........................... 7-7
Capacities and Specications..........................5-108
Carbon Monoxide...................4-26, 4-38, 2-15, 2-34
Care of
Safety Belts................................................5-93
Your Cassette Tape Player............................3-79
Your CD Player...........................................3-80
Your CDs ...................................................3-80
Care of the HUD............................................3-20
Cassette Tape Messages.........................3-63, 3-68
Cassette Tape Player Service...........................6-19
CD Changer Errors.........................................3-74
CD Changer, Trunk-Mounted............................3-71
CD Messages................................................3-70
Center Console Storage Area...........................2-48
Center Passenger Position, Safety Belts.............1-19
Chains, Tires..................................................5-78
Check
Engine Light...............................................3-41
Tire Pressure System...................................5-70
Checking Coolant............................................5-26
Checking Engine Oil........................................5-14
Checking Things Under the Hood......................5-10
Checking Your Restraint Systems......................1-58
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Sensors.........................................................3-26
Service........................................................... 5-3
Adding Equipment to the Outside of
Your Vehicle.............................................. 5-4
Doing Your Own Work................................... 5-3
Engine Soon Light.......................................3-41
Publications Ordering Information...................7-11
Vehicle Soon Light.......................................3-45
Service Bulletins.............................................7-11
Service Engine Soon Light...............................3-41
Service Manuals.............................................7-11
Setting Preset Stations............................3-60, 3-65
Setting the Time.............................................3-58
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)..................3-60, 3-65
Sheet Metal Damage.......................................5-95
Shifting Into Park (P).......................................2-30
Shifting Out of Park (P)...................................2-33
Short Trip/City Denition.................................... 6-5
Short Trip/City Intervals..................................... 6-5
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance................ 6-7
Skidding........................................................4-15
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips.......................4-20
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems.....................5-91
Specications, Capacities...............................5-108
Speedometer..................................................3-35
Starter Switch Check.......................................6-21
Starting Your Engine.......................................2-25
Steering........................................................4-11Steering in Emergencies..................................4-12
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive
Axle Boot and Seal Inspection.......................6-23
Steering Tips..................................................4-11
Steering Wheel Comfort Controls......................3-30
Steering Wheel Controls, Audio.........................3-78
Storage Areas
Center Console Storage Area........................2-48
Convenience Net.........................................2-49
Garage Door Opener Compartment................2-47
Glove Box..................................................2-47
Rear Seat Armrest.......................................2-49
Rear Storage Area.......................................2-49
Storing the Flat Tire and Tools..........................5-87
Storing the Spare Tire and Tools.......................5-88
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow......................4-30
Sun Visors.....................................................2-19
Sunroof.........................................................2-50
T
Tachometer....................................................3-35
TCS Warning Light..........................................3-39
Testing the Alarm............................................2-21
Theater Dimming............................................3-15
Theft-Deterrent, Radio.....................................3-75
Theft-Deterrent System...................................... 2-8
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