2007 BUICK LUCERNE remote control

Dual Automatic Climate Control
System
With this system you can control the heating,
cooling, and ventilation for your vehicle.
If your vehicle has the remote start feature and it is
activated, the climate control system will heat and
cool the inside of the vehicle, using the previous
system settings before the vehicle was turned off.
The rear window defogger will be turned on by the
climate control system when it is cold outside. If the
vehicle has heated seats, they will also turn on.
Cooled seats are not activated during a remote
start. Normal operation of the system will return
after the key is turned to the RUN position. See
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation
on page 95for more information.
Automatic Operation
AUTO (Automatic Fan):When this position is
selected on the fan control, the system will adjust
the fan speed. If the OnStar
®system is activated
when this position is selected, the fan speed
will lower.
AUTO (Automatic Mode)
1. Turn the fan control to AUTO.
2. Turn the mode control to AUTO.
3. Adjust the temperature to a comfortable
setting between 68°F (21°C) and 78°F (26°C).
Choosing the coldest or warmest temperature
setting will not cause the system to heat or cool
any faster. In cold weather, the system will start
at reduced fan speeds to avoid blowing cold air
into your vehicle until warmer air is available.
The system will start out blowing air at the oor
but may change modes automatically as the
vehicle warms up to maintain the chosen
temperature setting. The length of time needed
to warm the interior will depend on the outside
temperature.
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REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE
This message displays while you are matching
a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to your
vehicle. See “Matching Transmitter(s) to Your
Vehicle” underRemote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation on page 95andDIC Controls
and Displays on page 212for more information.
REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY
This message displays when the battery in the
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter needs to
be replaced. To replace the battery, see “Battery
Replacement” underRemote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation on page 95.
RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN
This message displays when the passenger’s
side rear door is not closed properly. When this
message appears, make sure that the passenger’s
door is closed completely.
SERVICE A/C (Air Conditioning)
SYSTEM
This message displays when the electronic
sensors that control the air conditioning and
heating systems are no longer working. Have the
climate control system serviced by your dealer
if you notice a drop in heating and air conditioning
efficiency.
SERVICE AIR BAG
This message displays when there is a problem
with the airbag system. Have your vehicle serviced
by your dealer immediately. SeeAirbag Readiness
Light on page 197for more information.
SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING
SYSTEM
This message displays when there is a problem
with the generator and battery charging systems.
Driving with this problem could drain the battery.
Turn off all unnecessary accessories. Stop
and turn off the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do
so. Have the electrical system checked by your
dealer immediately.
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Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow,
ice, gravel, or other material is on the road.
For safety, you will want to slow down and adjust
your driving to these conditions. It is important
to slow down on slippery surfaces because
stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control
more limited.
While driving on a surface with reduced traction, try
your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, or
braking, including reducing vehicle speed by
shifting to a lower gear. Any sudden changes could
cause the tires to slide. You may not realize the
surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding.
Learn to recognize warning clues — such as
enough water, ice, or packed snow on the road to
make a mirrored surface — and slow down when
you have any doubt.
Remember: Any Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
helps avoid only the braking skid.Driving at Night
Night driving is more dangerous than day driving.
One reason is that some drivers are likely to
be impaired — by alcohol or drugs, with night
vision problems, or by fatigue.
Here are some tips on night driving.
Drive defensively.
Do not drink and drive.
Adjust the inside rearview mirror to reduce the
glare from headlamps behind you.
Since you cannot see as well, you may need
to slow down and keep more space between
you and other vehicles.
Slow down, especially on higher speed roads.
Your vehicle’s headlamps can light up only so
much road ahead.
In remote areas, watch for animals.
If you are tired, pull off the road in a safe
place and rest.
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Tires (cont.)
Different Size........................................... 402
If a Tire Goes Flat................................... 407
Ination - Tire Pressure............................ 392
Inspection and Rotation............................ 398
Installing the Spare Tire........................... 410
Pressure Monitor System......................... 393
Removing the Flat Tire............................. 410
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools......... 409
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools..... 416
Tire Sidewall Labeling.............................. 386
Tire Terminology and Denitions............... 389
Uniform Tire Quality Grading.................... 402
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance........... 404
Wheel Replacement................................. 404
When It Is Time for New Tires................. 400
Towing
Recreational Vehicle................................. 313
Towing a Trailer....................................... 315
Your Vehicle............................................. 313Traction
Control System (TCS) .............................. 283
Control System Warning Light.................. 202
StabiliTrak
®System................................. 284
Transaxle
Fluid, Automatic....................................... 343
Transaxle Operation, Automatic................... 119
Trip Odometer............................................. 196
Trunk.......................................................... 106
Turn and Lane-Change Signals................... 162
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.................... 162
U
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)........ 178
Understanding Radio Reception................... 272
Uniform Tire Quality Grading....................... 402
Universal Home Remote System........139, 140
Operation........................................141, 147
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