1993 Buick Park Avenue Owner's Manual
1993 Buick Park Avenue Manual
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The 1993 Buick Park Avenue Owner's Manual Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 25603705 B First Edition @CopyrightGeneral Motors Corporation 1992 All Rights Reserved 1 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 4
. GENERAL MOTORS, GM and the GM Emblem, BUICK, and the BUICK Emblem are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNKIAN CERTIFICAT'WNTHROUGH Nabonal lnstttute for AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE EXCELLENCE This manual includes the latest information at the time it was - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 5
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Walter Marr and Thomas Buick Buick's chief engineer, Walter L. Man- (left), and Thomas D. Buick, son of founder David Dunbar Buick, drove the first Flint Buick in a successful Flint-Detroit round trip in July 1904. David Buick was building gasolineengines by 1899, and Marr, his .engineer, apparently - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 7
race in 1906. And a Buick was the f i s t car to travel across South America, driven from Buenos Aires, Argentina, over the Andes to Santiago, Chile in 1914. Buick drew plenty of attention because it could climb hills and run through mud like no other car. Buick's endurance and reliability were - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 8
sales. The torque converter automatic transmission, Dynaflow, was introduced in the 1948 Roadmaster. Buick's famous "portholes" came along in 1949. A high=cornpressionV-X engine was introduced in 1953. And Buick's famous vertical pillar "toothy" grille (introduced in 1942)' became more massive in - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 9
comfortable accommodation. "Buick will provide Premium American Motorcars backed with services that exceed our customers' expectations, throughout the purchase, ownership, service and repurchase experience." Buicks are SUBSTANTIAL. Buicks are DISTINCTIVE. Buicks are POWERFUL. Buicks are MATURE. 7 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 10
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...59 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems YourDrivingandtheRoad ...ProblemsontheRoad ...This part tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or engine overheating. Service and Appearance Care...Here the manual tells you how to keep your Buick running properly and - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 12
vehicle. This will help you learn about thefeatures and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you'll find that pictures and words work ." Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. We use yellow and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 13
Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these bluenotices: In the blue notice area, we tell you you read other manuals,you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words. In this manual, we've used the familiar words and colors that Buick has used for - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 14
whenever your vehicle is driven: DOOR LOCK UNLOCK These symbols have to do with your lights: These symbols are on some of your controls: WINDSHIELD WASHER ''' -F- PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING FASTEN CAUSTIC BATTERY ACID COULD CAUSE BURNS BELTS 4 SEAT WINDSHIELD WASHER 6$ l0 8 'r' -1 RADIO - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 15
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and head restraints. Power Seat Manual Seat c n 3 rn Move the lever under the front seat to unlock it. Slide the seat to where you want it. Then release the lever and try to move the seat with your body, to make sure the seat is locked into place. Front Control (F): Raise the front of - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 17
Now it's set. When your Buick is in PARK with the ignition ON, push the memory button you just setand the seatand mirrors will go to where you've just set them. With the ignition OFF, the system out of the car more easily. Push it while you're in PARK with the - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 18
Reclining Front Seatback(s) To adjust the seatback, lift the lever on the outer side of the seat. Release the lever tolock the seatback where you want it. Pull up on the lever and the seat will go to its upright position. If you have the power option, it works with the switch on the sideof the seat - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 19
vehicle is in motion canbe dangerous. Evenif you buckle up, your safety belts can't do their when job you're reclinedlike this. CAUTION: ( go into it, receiving neckor other Injuries. The lap belt can'tdo Its job either. In a crash the belt could up over your abdomen. Thebelt go forces waul'd - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 20
is closest to the top of your ears. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. safety belt properly. If you are in a crash and you're not wearing a safety belt, your injuries can be much worse. You can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected from it. You - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 21
vehicles, the facts are clear. In most crashes buckling up does matter ...a lot! In many states and Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here's why: They work. You never know if you'll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don't know if it will be - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 22
Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. When the bike hits the block, it stops. But the child keeps going! For example, if the bike is going 10 mph (16 km/h), so is the child. 20 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 23
.. I I 'E Take the simplest"car." Suppose it's just a seat on wheels. Put someone on it. 21 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 24
1 V A -1 " L 1 7 h a J i. t - - Get it up to speed. Then stop the "car." The rider doesn't stop. The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ... 22 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 25
k or the instrument panel ... or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces.That's why safety belts make such good sense. 23 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 26
belts? You may be an excellent driver, but if you're in an accident -- even one that isn't your fault -- you and your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver doesn't protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers. A: "Air bags," or Supplemental Inflatable Restraint systems - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 27
"Start," a light will come on for about eight seconds toxemind people to fasten their safety belts. Unless the driver's Safety belt is buckled, Buick, see the section after this one, called "Children." Follow those rules for everyor -s protection. First, you911want to know which restraint systems - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 28
Driver Position This section describes the driver's restraint system. Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here's how to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat (to see how, see "Seats" in the Index) so you can sit up straight. - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 29
bones. And you'd be less likely to slideunder the lapbelt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force atyour abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take restraining - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 30
down, squeeze the release handle. When you release the handle, try to move it down a little to make sure it has locked into position. You can move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you. You can move the adjuster up from a lower position by pushing the bottom - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 31
: Use a position somewhere in the middle. .^. For a short person: Use the lower or lower-middle position. Adjust the height so that the shoulderportion of the belt is properly positioned on your shoulder, away from your face and neck. 29 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 32
with this? P A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won't give nearly as much protection this way. A CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash yow would move fowuard too much, which could Increase hjury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. 30 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 33
seriously injuredif your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go over your abdomen. The up belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones. This couldcause serious internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. A: The belt is buckled - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 34
A CAUTION: I You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt wouldapply too much force to the ribs, which aren't as strong as shoulder bones. You - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 35
? A CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn't have the full width of the belt to take impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so It can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on thebuckle. The - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 36
Restraint System (SRS) system, commonly referred to as an air bag. Here are the most important things to know: I A CAUTION: Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle. Even with an air bag, if - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 37
you in position foran air bag inflation in a crash. Always wear your safety belt, even with an air bag, and sit as far back as you can while still maintaining control of your vehicle. INFLATABLE RESTRAINT INFL. REST. Air Bag System Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 38
Air Bag System Works When is an air bag expected to inflate? The air bag is designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. The air bag a parked car which will move and deform on impact. The air bag is whether the air bag should have inflated cannot be based solely on - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 39
the steering wheel. The airbag supplements the protection provided by of safety belts. Air bags distribute the force the impact more evenly over the occupant's upper body, stopping the occupant more gradually. But air bags would not provide protection in many types of collisions, including rollovers - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 40
. The air bag system does not need regular maintenance. Your Buick dealer and the 1993 Park Avenue Service Manual have information about the air system, including repair or disposal. bag A CAUTION: For up to 2 minutes after the ignition key is turned off and the battery disconnected, an air bag - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 41
. When you turn the ignitionkey on, be sure you see the inflatable restraint light on the instrumentpanel. If you don't see this light flashand then go out as usual, have your air bag system repaired. Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety beltswork for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 42
Position Center Passenger Position n U U The right front passenger's safety belt works the same way as the driver's safety belt. See "Driver Positi,on," earlier in this part. When the lap portion of the belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. Ifit does,let it go back all theway and start - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 43
position, have a lap you safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plateand pull it alongthe belt. Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulderbelt. If the belt isn't long enough, see "Safety Belt Extender'' at the end of this - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 44
the buckle until it clicks. When the lap belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way and start again. If the belt is not long enough, see "Safety Belt The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 45
should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. or The safetybelt locks if there's a sudden stop a crash. IA CAUTION: I You can be seriously hurt your shoulder belt is if too loose. In a crash you would move forward too - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 46
children and babies should always be restraint. The restrained in a child or infant instructions for the restraint will say whether it is the right type and size for your child. A very young child's hip bones areso small that a regular belt might not stay low on the hips, as it should. Instead, the - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 47
A CAUTION: I CAUTION: (Continued) I Never hold a baby in your arms white riding in a vehicle. A babydoesn't weigh much -- until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can't hold it. For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a12-pound (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 48
on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both. These restraints use the belt system in your vehicle, but the child also has to be secured within the restraint to help reduce thechance of personal injury. The instructions that come with the infant or child restraint will show you how to do that - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 49
hardware in the glovebox, along with instructions for installing it. This should be If you need to have an anchor installed,you can ask your Buick dealer to put it in for If you want to YOU. install . You'll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier section about the top strap the child - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 50
2. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say. 3. Pull out the vehicle's safety belt and run the lap part through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. See if the shoulder belt would go in front of the child's face or neck. If so, put it - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 51
5. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 6. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. ? 5. ' '? - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 52
To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle's safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. Securing you secure achild restraint in a center seating position, you'll be using the lap belt. - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 53
strap if the child the restraint has one. 1. Make the belt as long as possibleby tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt. 4. Run the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 2. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 54
passenger. !. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say. 3. Pull out the vehicle's safety belt and run the lap part through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. See if the shoulder belt would go in front of the child's face orneck. If - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 55
upward or outward, so you'll be able tounbuckle it quickly if you ever need to. 5. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 6. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 56
sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle's safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 57
children are safer they if are restrainedin the rear seat. But they need to use the safety belts properly. ' Children who aren't buckled up can strike other people who are. crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured.A belt must be used by only one person at a time. 55 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 58
that the shoulder belt is on the child's still shoulder, so that in a crash the child's upper body would have the restraint that belts provide. If the that has only a lap belt. 1 Here a child sitting in a'seat that has a is lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder is behind part the child. If the child - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 59
, latch plates, retractors, anchorages and reminder systems are working properly. Look for any loose parts or damage. If you see anythingthat might keep a restraint system from doing its job, have it repaired. Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten around you, you should use - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 60
If your seat adjuster won't work after a crash, the special part of the safety belt that goes through the seat to the adjuster may need to be replaced. CAUTION: Torn or frayed beltsmay not protect youin a If crash. They can - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 61
Part 2 Features & Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features onyour Buick. and information on starting. shifting and braking . Also explained arethe instrument panel and the warning systems ...116 Speedometer and Odometer ...117 Warning Lights and Gages ...117 59 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 62
in a vehicle withthe ignition keyis dangerous for many reasons.A child or others couldbe badly injured or even killed. They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don't leave the keys in a vehicle with young children.. 60 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 63
keys are for the doors and all other locks. Your Buick has a number new features that of can help prevent theft. But you have a lot can 4 trouble getting into your vehicleyou ever lock if your keys inside.You may even have to damage When a new Park Avenue is delivered, the dealer removes the plugs - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 64
doors aren't locked. Wear safety belts properly, lock your doors, and you will be far better off whenever you driveyour vehicle. -- If your vehicle has a theft deterrent system and it is armed, unlock the doors only with the key or Remote Keyless Entry System. This will avoid setting off the alarm - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 65
your shift lever out of "P" (Park) all of the doors will lock. And, every time you stop and move your shift lever into "P" (Park),your doors will unlock. If someone needs to get out while you're not in "P" (Park), have that person use the manual or power lock. When the door is closed again, it will - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 66
you shift outof "P" (Park), and remain locked until you use the manual or power door unlock switch. To reprogram the door locks to lock and unlock when you shift in and out of "P" (Park) dothe following: 1. Close your doors and turn the ignition ON. 2. Keep your foot on the brake pedal. 3. Press - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 67
Trunk Release I If you have the Remote Keyless Entry System, it will also unlock your trunk. Automatic Pull-Down steering column. It will release thetrunk lock when in Retained Accessory Power mode or I with the ignition switch ON and the transaxle in PARK Your car may have an automatic pull down - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 68
dealer or a qualified technician for service. If your Buick has this option, you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the key chain transmitter supplied with your vehicle. Your Remote Keyless Entry System operates on a radio frequency subject to - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 69
is new. Remove the car keys from the ignition and have them with you. 2. Find the 12 pin diagnostic connector above the accelerator pedal. If your Buick also has this option,the keytag will arm it whenever the doors are closed you push the LOCK and button. It will disarm the system when you push - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 70
Thismeans the system is ready to be matched to thetransmitter. 4. Keeping the program terminal grounded, press the UNLOCK button on the firsttransmitter. The door locks will lock and unlock again to indicate the transmitter is now matched. If there isno response, check the transmitter batteries. If - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 71
To replace the batteries: Rear Door Security Lock Your Buick is equipped with rear door security locks that helpprevent passengers from opening the rear doors of your car from the inside. To ,use one these locks: of , . . .. SECURITY 1. Move the lever on the door all the way up to the ENGAGED - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 72
Remote Keyless Entry System in the Index.) If you have this option, your interior lights will automatically shut off after a 10 minute period if a door is left ajar. This featureis designed to help eliminate battery wear down. 3. Do the same for the other rear (loor. The rear door locks will now - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 73
Buick has this option, it has a 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 arm the theft deterrent system. Here's how to do it: 1. Open the door. 2. Lock the door with the power door lock - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 74
the doors with the power door lock switch or the Remote Keyless the Entry System. Get out of the car and close door, wait for the security light to go out,then reach in through the window, unlock the door with the manual door lock, then open the door. This should set thealarm off. If the alarm does - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 75
light comes Buick dealer ora locksmith who can service thePASS-Key I1 TM . If you accidentally use a key that has a damaged or missing resistor pellet, the starter won't work and the Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS-Key I1 TM (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft deterrent system - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 76
you're ever driving and the "SECURITY" light comes on for one minute and stays on,you will be able to restart your engine if you turn it off. Your PASS-Key I1 TM system, however, is not working properly and must be serviced by your Buick dealer. Your vehicle is not protected by - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 77
you put the key in, your ignition will be in the "Lock" position. Thisposition locks your ignition, steering wheel and transaxle. It's a theft deterrent feature. The other positions let you perform these functions: ACC: Accessory lets you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 78
the steering wheel. It doesn't lock the steering wheel like "Lock." Use "Off' if you must have your car in motion while the engine is off (for example, if your car is being pushed). Fuel Filler Door Release Trunk Release Power Windows Radio Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock Optional Astroroof RUN - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 79
damage the : transaxle. Shift to"P" (Park) only wheny To start your 3.8 Liter (Code L) engine: 1. Don't push the accelerator pedal before startingyour engine. In some other vehicles you might need to do this, but because of your vehicle's computer systems, you don't. 2. Turn your ignition key - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 80
If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change Car" in the Index. To start your SupercharEed V6 3.8 Liter (Code 1) engine: 1. Don't push the accelerator pedal before starting your engine. In some other vehicles you might need to do this, but because of your vehicle's computer systems - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 81
Driving Through Deep Standing Water standing water, water can come in through your engine's air intake and badly damage your engine. If you can't avoid deep puddles or standing water, drive through them very s Engine Block Heater (Canada Only) In - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 82
don't, it could from moving engine parts. If you be damaged. 1 PARK R N 0 D 2 1 I There are several different positions for your shift lever. P (Park) This locks your front wheels. It's the best here, we ask that you contact a Buick dealer in the area where you'll be parking your vehicle. The 80 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 83
, Ice or Snow" in the Index. Ensure the shift leveris fully in "P" (Park) rangebefore starting the engine. Your Buick has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from "P" (Park) when the ignition key is in the "Run" position. If you cannot - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 84
about 35 mph (56 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all the way down. You'll shift down to the next gear and have more power. Shifting outof "PYy (Park) or "N" (Neutral) while your engine is "racing" (running at high speed) onthe brake pedal,your vehicle could move very rapidly. You could lose - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 85
enough. Automatic Ride Control Your Park Avenue Automatic Ride Control provides a comfortable controlled ride. This suspension system keeps adjusting your car's ride and handling depending upon speed and road conditions. Automatic Ride Control uses three levels of control to ensure a combination - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 86
down. Pull the brake release lever. The parking brake uses the brakes on the rear wheels. To set the parking brake: Hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot. Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on. If - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 87
Shifting Into "P" (Park) Driving withthe parking brake on can cause youkz.,--.I rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replacethem, and you couldalso damage other parts of A CAUTION: If YOU are on a hill: See "Parking on Hills" in the Index. That section shows how to turn your front wheels. If - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 88
2. Move the shift lever into "P" (Park) position like this: Pullthe lever toward you. 7.:I .= * . . Move the lever up as far as it will go. L. P. P 3. Move the ignition key to "Lock." 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can walk away from your vehicle with the ignition key in your - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 89
with the engine running unless you have to. I . Turn the key to "Off." Open and close the driver's door toturn off the Retained Accessory Power feature, if you have it. 2. Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4. If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 90
: Things that can burn could touch exhaust hot parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don't park over papers, leaves,dry grass or other things road the debris. Repairs weren't done correctly. Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly. If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 91
things know. to b!, CAUTION: Idling the engine with the air system control off could allowdangerous exhaust into your vehicle (seethe earlier Caution dangerous to get out ofyour vehicle if (Park) with the the shift lever is not fullyin "Pyy parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle canroll. Don't - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 92
window, pull the switch back and quickly release it. You may also have a lock out button. Push LOCK to disable the power window switches. Thiswill prevent passengers from opening and closing the windows. The driver can still control all the windows with the switch i I You can also raise it to the - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 93
The Turn Signal/Headlight Beam Lever Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator H C ! The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your: Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator Headlight High-Low Beam & Passing Signal 0 The turn signal has two upward (for Right) and two downward (for Left - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 94
the front and rear turn signal lights regularly to make sure they are working. Operation of Lights Although your vehicle's lighting system (headlights, parking lights, fog lamps, side marker lights and taillights) meet all applicable federal lighting requirements, certain states and provinces may - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 95
it. When the high beams are on, this blue light on the instrument panel also will be on. You control the windshield wipers by turning the band marked "WIPER for a long or short delay between wipes. This can be very useful in light rain or snow. Turn the band to choose the delay time. The closer - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 96
, then stop. Unless they are already turned on, thewipers will operate at low speed for several sweeps, then turn off. ' FLUID LOW WASHER ! If this light comes on, it means you're low on washer fluid. To get more fluid on the windshield, push and hold the paddle. Spraying will continue - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 97
I A CAUTION: I Driving withoutwasher fluid can be dangerous. A bad mud splash can block your vision. You could hitanother vehicle or go off the road. Check your washer fluid level often. a In freezing weather, don't use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 98
roads. With Cruise Control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise Control does not work at speedsbelow about 25 mph (40 km/h). When you apply your brakes, the Cruise Control shuts off. - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 99
. IA 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. CAUTION: If you leave your Cruise Control switch on when you're not using Cruise, you might hit button a to. and go into Cruise when you don't want You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the Cruise Control switch"OFF" until you want to - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 100
desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off the CruiseControl. But you don't need to reset it. Once you're going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can move the Cruise Control switch from "ON" to "R/A" (Resume/Accelerate) for abouthalf a second. IA I I CAUTION: If you - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 101
the "SET/COAST" button. To Reduce Speed While Using Cruise Control There are twoways to reduce your speed while using cruise control: Here's the second way to go to a higher s.peed: 1. Move the Cruise switch from "ON" to "Resume/ Accelerate," Hold it thereuntil you get up to the speed you want - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 102
step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down. Of course, applying the brake takes you out of Cruise Control. Many drivers find this to be toomuch trouble and don't use Cruise Control on steep hills - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 103
or headlight switch is left on you'll hear a warning tone when you turn the ignition off and. open the driver's door. Lights This switch controls these light systems: 0 0 0 0 0 Panel Lights Instrument panel light brightness can be adjusted by moving this lever between LO and HI. Interior courtesy - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 104
and off by sensing how dark itis outside. To operate it, leave the light switch off and move the Twilight Sentinel control to anyposition but MIN. If you move the control all the way to MAX, your lights will remain on for three minutes after you turn off your engine. If you move the - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 105
need to. To idle your vehicle with the DRL off, shift the transaxle into "P" (Park). The DRL will stay off until you shift outof "P" (Park). To turn off all exterior lighting at nightwhen you are parked, move the twilight sentinel control from ON to OFF, if it was on from the start. Or, move the - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 106
Front Seat Reading Lights Front seat reading lights are turned on by pressing the LAMP switch. -> Rear Seat Reading Lights You may also have reading lights in the rear seat. I I 104 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 107
being used. If you have recently had a low battery condition or the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the indicators will flash when you turn the ignition switch to RUN. Turning the parking lamps on will return the lamp monitor system to normal operation. Right Turn Tail 4 Tail Right - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 108
Mirrors Inside Mirror Manual When you are sitting in a comfortabledriving position, adjust themirror so you can see clearly behind your car. The day-night adjustment allowsyou to adjust the mirror to avoid glare from the lights behind you. 1 Automatic Your Buick may have the automatic inside - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 109
: The minimum setting is suggested when driving where glare conditions change often. "Min" works well for city driving at is a good setting for highway driving in light traffic. The mirror starts to darken in any glare, such as headlights a long way behind your car. OFF: The mirror will stay in the - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 110
is convex. A convex mirror's surface is curved so you can see more from the driver's seat. 1 I A CAUTION: Your Buick has the electric mirror control located on the driver's door. Move the switch in the middle of the control to choose the right or left mirror. To adjust the mirror, push the arrow - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 111
astroroof when in Retained Accessory Power or when the loads,like grocery bags, behind the manually. To close the glass panel, press and hold the switch forward. Thesunshade must be manually closed. Once the astroroof is closed, it can be opened to a vent position. Press the switch forward to vent - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 112
1050 1052 1075 1077 1079 Tru-Guard 50TV 54Tv Hole Location 1 2 - 3 4 X X X .X X Not Combatible X X X X X The garage door opener storage area is located in the headliner. To be able touse your garage door opener in the storagearea you will have to find a pin and hole combination for your garage - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 113
1. To place your garage door opener in the storage area, carefully open the cover with a screwdriver, as shown, by inserting the screwdriver lever. 4. Remove the backing from the adhesive strips and place the panel over your garage door opener so that the button is over the number from the chart. - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 114
. If your garage door opener doesn't work after it is installed, another pin and hole combination will havetto be tried. If the opener doesn't shut off after the lever is released, the pin will have to be filed down. Electronic Level Control This featurekeeps the rear of your car level as the load - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 115
is left ajar for 10 minutes, the interior lights will automatically shut off. Assist Handles A folding handleover each rear door and the front passenger's door can be used in getting in or out of your Buick. The armrestbetween the front seats opens into a storage area. To open it, press the lever - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 116
Dual Sun Visors Each sunvisor has two parts, so that both the windshield and door glass can be shaded at the same time. The brightness of the lights can be adjusted by sliding this switch. The Park Avenue Ultra also has visor vanity mirrors for the rear seat passengers. 0 Visor Vanity Mirror ( - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 117
Rear License Plate Holder To use it, open the trunk lid and slide your license plate into the slot.Always close the trunk to prevent theft of the plate. The rear ashtrays may also be removed for cleaning - Ashtrays The front center ashtray may be removed for cleaning...- C I - ... n't put - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 118
it's ready, it will pop back by itself. The Instrument Panel: Your Information System NOTICE: If you hold a cigarette lighter with your hand in while it is Your instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your car is running. You'll know how fast you're going, how much fuel you - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 119
Buick has a "tamper-resistant odometer." If you can see very noticeable bright silver lines door must show the old reading and when the new one was installed. Trip Odometer A trip odometer can tell how far you've gone sinceyou last set it back to zero.To reset it, push the button. Warning Lights - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 120
, or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem, check the section that tells you what to do about Please follow the manual's advice. it. Waiting to dorepairs can be costly -- and even dangerous. So please get toknow your warning lights and gages. They're a big help. Fuel Gage Your fuel - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 121
to "E". Your Buick's hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn't working, the otherpart can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well. If the warning light goes on, therecould be a brake problem. Have your brake system inspected right - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 122
to reset the system. If the light still stays on, or comes on again while you're driving, your Buick needs service. Unless the regular brake system warning light is also on, you will still have brakes, but not anti-lock brakes. If the regular brake system warning light is also on, see "Brake System - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 123
when you're driving, your Buick needs service. minutes. The warning light will come on and stay on during that time. If your brakes overheat, the traction control system will go off and the warning light will come on until your brakes cool down. Traction Control System Warning Light (Option) I The - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 124
conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn the engine off as soon as possible. HOT COOLANT CAN BURN YOU BADLY! In "Problems on the Road," this manual into the red area, your engine is too hot! This light tells you that your engine coolant has overheated or your radiator - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 125
manual shows what to do. See "Engine Overheating" in the Index. Low Coolant Warning Light I 1 If you have this light and it comes on, your system is low on coolant and the engine may overheat. 0' I 1 This light tells you if there could be a problem with your engine oil pressure. If your car - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 126
oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced. However, if it has not been more than eight minutes since the engine was last shut off, the system will not register low engine oil condition. NOTICE: Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and not covered by is your - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 127
conditions, the "Change Soon" light may come on as Oil early as 2,000 miles or less for harsh conditions. The "Change Oil Soon" light is the "Change Oil Soon" light is on continuously, there is a problem with the Oil Life Monitor System and service is required. The reset button is.inside this hole, - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 128
while you are driving, the computer is indicating that you have a problem. You should take your vehicle in for service soon. VOLTS When you turn the key to RUN, this light will come on briefly, to show that your alternator and battery charging systems are working. If a light stays on, you need 126 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 129
service, and you should take your Buick to the dealer at once. To save your battery until you get there, turn off all accessories, and set your air system to OFF. Tachometer Volts Gage 2 \' \ 8 f 5 I c If you have the optional gage cluster, you have this gage that shows voltage in the - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 130
Door Ajar Light (Option) Trunk Ajar Light (Option) If this light stays on with the ignition ON, it means that the trunk lid is open or not completely latched. 1 I When the ignition is ON, this light will stay on until all the doors areclosed and completely latched. 128 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 131
'll find out how to operate the comfort control systems and audio systemsoffered with your Buick. Be sure toread about the particular system supplied with your vehicle . Part 3 includes: Comfort Control System ...130 Heater and Defroster ...132.136. 138 Airconditioner ...132. 137 RearWindowDefogger - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 132
Your Buick Comfort System This part tells you how to make your air system work for you. Rear Passenger ComforTemp (Option) Outside Air Fresh air from outside your vehicle flows through your Buick when the car is moving. When the vehicle is not moving, you can get outside airto flow through by - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 133
has the Dual Automatic ComforTemp Climate Control option, it looks like this: Ext Temp I EXT. The following information tells you mode settings. Push this and the displaywill indicate the outside temperature (Unlessthe system is OFF). Push it again to return to the regular system display. - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 134
the extreme temperature to get the system to heat or cool atthe maximum. The system does it automatically. When the system is off, the ventilation system will allow air to flow through your Buick when the vehicle is moving. The system will try to keep the air at the chosen temperature, unless it - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 135
airin warm weather, air will come out of the floor outlets for short time. a __. ylrr The air temperature for the right side of the front seat can be set using the control on the passenger's door. Both DUAL ZONE and AUTO buttons will light up. To turn off this part of the system, push the DUAL - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 136
The indicator above the control will show the difference from the main temperature setting. r The right front seat passenger can also activate the DUAL ZONE function by pressing the WARM or COOL buttons on the passenger door. If you want the blower fan to run at lower speed, push the LO button. - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 137
to cool the outside air. The system will work like the AUTO mode without cooling. The air flow will come from the air will come from the floor outlets. ' Air entering the vehicle will be evenly split between the floor outlets and the outlets near the windshield. The blower speed will be controlled - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 138
of the air flow toward the windshield. Use DEFROST when there is fog or iceon the-windshield. Rear Window Defogger The lines you see is cleared from the hood and the air inletarea between the hood and the windshield. Blower speed will be controlled automatically, but you can choose another speed - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 139
Climate Control tells System, the following information you how it works. 1 ~ Air Conditioner The next three selections cool the air. The air conditioner long enough to let the hot inside air out. This reduces the amount ofworkyour air conditioner's compressor will have to do, which should help - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 140
at your feet. The air conditioner compress& operates in all Air Conditioning positions and the Defrost position when the outside temperature is above 48 O F (9"C). When you don't need to coolthe outside air, use the VENT, HEAT and DEFROST settings. Adjust the temperature control for comfort. You'll - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 141
it if you acquaint yourself with it first. Find out what your DelcoB system can do and how to operate all its controls, tobe sure you're getting the most out of the advanced engineering that can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines. Try reducing the treble to reducethis noise. 139 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 142
@is a registered trademark of Motorola, Inc.) If your Delco@system can get C-QUAM@,your "STEREO" light will come on when you're receiving it. A CAUTION: it. To help avoid hearing loss or damage: Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting. Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 143
, it can tell you the frequency (push the knob). BAL The BALANCE control behind the upper knob allows you to balancethe sound between the right and left Upper Knob The upper knob does these things: It turns the system on and off. It controls the volume. It tells you the time. (When the ignition - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 144
Pushbuttons The fourpushbuttons let you return to favorite stations. You can set the pushbuttons for up to fourteen stations (7 AM and 7 FM). 0 0 Clock To set the clock: 0 0 Press the SET button. Within 5 seconds, press and hold SCAN until the correct hour appears on the display. Press and hold - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 145
side of the tape tothe other, press the RCL-PROG (upper knob).Note the lighted arrows next to the and 4. STOP-EJECT To remove or stop the tape and rapidly go forward until you press the 4 button or STOP-EJECT lightly. REV To rapidly reverse the tape, press 4 and the tape will rapidly go backward - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 146
thespring load. Push it to get AM or FM frequency. FADE The control behind the lower knob moves the sound between your front and rear speakers the PWR button. The Upper Knob The upper knob does thesethings: 0 It controls the volume. The volume knob increases and decreases volume when it is held - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 147
bass, midrange, and treble until you get the sound you want. The 60 and 250 levers adjust the bass;1K is midrange; 3.5K and 10 K control thetreble. Pushbuttons The fivepushbuttons let you return to favorite stations. You can set the pushbuttons forup to ten stations ( 5 AM and 5 FM). Tune in the - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 148
PROG To go from one side of the tape to the other, press the PROG button. The PROG button will also stopREV, FWD, PREV or NEXT and play the tape. Cr02 This button sets the tape bias. When playing high bias chrome or metal tapes, press the button to turn the Cr02. on. Cr02 will appear in the display. - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 149
spring load. Push it to get AM or FM frequency. FADE The control behind the lower knob moves the sound between your front and rear to seethe frequency. The Upper Knob The upper knob does these things: It controls the volume. The volume knob increases and decreases volume when it is held slightly - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 150
SCAN When you press SCAN, the radio will go to thenext station and pause and keep doing that until you press SCAN again. SC will appear in the display. Pushbuttons The fivepushbuttons let you return to favorite stations. You can set the pushbuttons for up to ten stations ( 5 AM and 5 FM). 0 Clock - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 151
Once the tapeis playing, use the upper and lower knobs for volume, and fade justas you did for radio. The arrow in the graphic.display above word TAPE indicates the which side of the tape is being played. When the end of the tape is reached, itwill automatically reverseand play the other side the - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 152
PWR To turn the radio on, press the PWR button. FADE The control behind the lower knob moves the sound between your front and rear the frequency. The Upper Knob The upper knob does these things: 0 It controls the volume. The volume knob increases and decreases volume when it is held slightly - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 153
The 60 and 250 levers adjust the bass; 1K is midrange; -3.5K and 10 K control the treble. We suggest you start with the center lever (1K) in the midpoint the disc should play again. Press PWR to turn the system on. Whenever you press that button, the preset station will return. Clock To set the - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 154
. If the disc comes back out, check whether: The disc is upside down. It is dirty, scratched, or wet. There's too much moisture in the air. (If there is, wait about one hour and try again.) REV Press and hold REVto return rapidly to a favorite passage in a track. Note the seconds - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 155
's ever stolen,because it won't turn on. The instructions below tell you how to enter your personal secret code into the system. If your vehicle loses battery power for any reason, you must unlock the system with the secret code again before the system will turn on. Be sure toread through the entire - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 156
To Unlock The System Aftera Power Loss When battery power is reapplied to a secured radio, the radio won't turn on and "LOC" will appear in the display. Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than 15 seconds between steps. Step 1. Turn the ignition ON (Radio off.) Step 2. Press the SET - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 157
are subject towear and the sound quality may degrade over time. Always make sure that the cassette tape is in good condition beforeyou have your tape player serviced. Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully. Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 158
Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged. If the mast should 1 3. Wipe cloth over the mast sections, removing any dirt. Power Antenna Mast Care Your power antenna will look its best and work well if it's cleaned from time to time. To Clean the - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 159
I NOTICE: I Don't lubricate the power antenna. Lubrication could damage it. If the mast portion of your antenna is damaged, can you easily replace it. See your dealer for a replacement kit and follow the instructions the kit. in . , . :. . I NOTICE: . . 157 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 160
I I931 Buick Model 90 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 161
kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We've also included many other useful tips on driving. Part 4 includes: RoadSigns ...DefensiveDriving ...DrunkenDriving ...Control of a Vehicle ...Braking ...Steering ...Passing ...LossofControl ...DrivingatNight ...DrivingintheRain ...Driving in - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 162
is not allowed. Examples are DO NOT ENTER and WRONG WAY. Road Signs The road signs you see everywhere are coded by color, shape and symbols. It's a good idea to know these codes so that you can quickly grasp the basic meaning or intentof the sign even before you have a chance to read - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 163
when you see a yellow sign. It may signal a railroad crossing ahead, a no passing zone, or some other potentially dangerous situation. Likewise, a yellow solid line painted on the road means "Don't Cross.'' ORANGE indicates road construction or maintenance. You'll want to slow down when you see an - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 164
EXIT W I HOSPITAL INFORMATION I s 1 MILE YT UN BLUE signs with white letters show motorists' services. GREEN is used to guide the driver. Green signs may indicate upcoming freeway exits orshow the direction you should turn to reach a particular place. II -,:: 1 SWIMMING CANOEING BROWN - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 165
Shape of Road Signs The shape of the sign will tell you something, too. An OCTAGONAL (eight-sided) sign means STOP. It is always red with white letters. v v 7 A TRIANGLE, pointed downward, indicates YIELD. It assigns the right-of-way to traffic on certain approaches to an intersection. $& ST0 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 166
Symbols on Road Signs IIoNLV! \ , KEEP RIGHT LEFT OR THROUGH RIGHT TURN ONLY RECTANGULAR (square or oblong) signs show speed limits, parking regulations, givedirections, and such information as distances to cities. x There are many international road signs in use today. The basic message of - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 167
arrows to signify that you must stop beforeturning on red. Traffic Lights L m x REVERSIBLE LANE ON MULTILANE ROADWAY U 165 Many city roads and expressways, and even bridges, use reversible-lane traffic control during rush hours. A red X light above a lane means no driving in that lane at that - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 168
A solid yellow line on your side of the road or lane means "don't cross." The traffic police officer is also a source of important information. The officer's signals govern, no matter what the traffic lights or other signs say. The next section discusses some of the road conditions you may encounter - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 169
occupants in parked cars to open doors into traffic. Watch for movement in parked cars -- someone may be about to open a door. Expect other driversto run stop signswhen you are on a through street. Be ready to brakeif necessary as you go through intersections.You may not have to use the brake, but - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 170
depends on each person and situation, hereis some general. information on the problem. The Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) of someone who is drinking depends upon four things: How much alcohol is in the drink. The drinker's body weight. The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking. The - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 171
0.15 of percent, the chances are twenty-five times greater! And, the body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink.No ) I I - 3 HOURS ? HOURS 4 r 100 120 140 160 180 200 220 240 BODY WEIQHT IN POUNDS The law in most U.S. states sets thelegal limit at a BAC of 0.10 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 172
seen that the chance of a crash itself is higher for drinking drivers. Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are thebrakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 173
the road (wet, dry, icy); tire of tread; and the condition your brakes. of Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 174
. Once the power assist is used up, it may take longer to stopand the brake pedal will be harder to push. Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your Buick has an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent skidding. This light on the instrument panel will go on when you start your vehicle. See "Anti - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 175
K K Here's how anti-lock works. Let's say the road is wet. You're driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes. Here's what happens with ABS. A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. The computer separately works the brakes at each front wheel and at - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 176
spin. This is especially useful in slippery road conditions. The traction control system works at low speeds only, such as when you accelerate from a Disc Brake Wear Indicators Your Buick has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 177
is a rapid increase in pedal travel. Thiscould be a sign of brake trouble. could result in costly brake repair. Brake Adjustment I Some driving conditions or climates cause abrake may squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied. This does not mean something is wrong with your - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 178
Emergencies Use your anti-lock braking system when you need to. With anti-lock, you 'cansteer and brake at the same time. In many emergencies, steering can help you more than even the very best braking. The traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the roadsurface - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 179
or a child darts out between from parked cars and stopsright in front of you. You can avoid theseproblems by braking -- if you can stop in time. But sometimes you can't; there isn't room. That's the time for evasive action steering around the -problem. Your Buick can perform very well in emergencies - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 180
(100 mm) or more below the pavement, this difference can cause problems. If there is not enough room to pull entirely onto theshoulder and oncoming traffic before you can bring it back under control. Instead, ease off again on the accelerator and steering input, straddle the pavement once more, - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 181
wait for abetter time. Watch for traffic signs, pavement markings, and lines. If you can see a signup ahead that might indicate aturn or need only slow down and drop back again and wait for anotheropportunity. If other cars are lined up to pass a slow vehicle, wait your turn. But take care that - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 182
vehicle too rapidly. Even though the brake lights arenot flashing, it may be Buick's three control systems. In the braking skid your wheels aren't rolling. In the steering or cornering skid, too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slipand lose cornering force. And in the acceleration - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 183
Remember: Any anti-lock braking system (ABS) helps avoid only the braking skid. Steerthe way " in the Index for more on this problem.) Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce down, especially on higher speed roads. Your headlights can light up only so much road ahead. Driving at Night ...,. - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 184
. Your eyes will have less trouble adjusting tonight. But if you're parked cars, obstacles, pedestrians, or even trains blocking railway crossings. You may want to put on your sunglasses after you have pulled into a brightly-lighted service the approaching lights. If there is a line of opposing - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 185
regularly. Some drivers suffer from night blindness -- the inability to see in dim light -- and aren'teven aware of it. Driving in the Rain 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 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 186
on the windshield, or when strips of rubber start to separatefrom the inserts. Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. But if you can't, try to slow down before you hit them. - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 187
lose control the vehicle. of After driving through a large puddle water or a of car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work sprayis so heavy you are actually blinded, drop back. Don't pass until conditions improve. Going more slowly is better than having an accident. Use your - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 188
) or for miles (kilometers); you can't really tell while you're in it. You can only treat the situation with extreme care. One common fog condition -- sometimes called mist or ground fog -- can happen in weather that seems perfect, especially at night or in the early morning in valley and low - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 189
must stop but are unsure whether you are away from the road, turn your lights on, start your hazard warning flashers, and sound your horn at intervals or pass you, make it easy for them. City Driving L One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You'll want to - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 190
familiar street or landmark. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just asyou would for a cross-country trip. Try to use be running the red light. Obey all posted speed limits. But remember that they are for ideal road, weather and visibility conditions. You may need to - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 191
alongthe entrance ramp,you should begin to check traffic. Try to.determine where you expect to blend with the flow. If traffic is light, you may have no problem. But if it is heavy, find a gap as move along you the entering lane time your approach. Try to merge and into the - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 192
flash your brake lights (in this could lead to serious trouble on a ramp designed for 20 miles that first part of the journey.Wear comfortable 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 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 193
major storm system? Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps? Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as"highway But do stop and move around. Eat lightly along the way. Heavier meals tend to make some people undivided multilane highways that do not have controlled access, you'll want to watch for - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 194
fixed stare. e Wear good sunglasses in bright light. Glare can cause drowsiness. But don't wear you get sleepy,pull off the road into a rest, service, or parking area and take a nap, get some exercise, or brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle. These parts can work hard on mountain roads. 192 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 195
downhill O " N (Neutral) or with the n ignltbn off 5 dangerous. Your brakes will have s to do all the work of slowing down. They touid get so hot in your lane, like a stalled car an accident. You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems. Examples are long grades, passing or - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 196
scenic viewing. Another part of this manual tells how to use your parking brake (see "Parking Brake" in the Index). But on a mountain or steephill, you can do one more thing. Turn your wheels to theright. You don't have to jam your tires against the curb, if there is a curb. A gentle contact is - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 197
Parking Uphill If there is a curb, your wheels to the left if the curb turn is at the right side your vehicle. of If you're going uphill on a one-way street and you're parking on the left side, your wheels should point to the right. - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 198
) BEFORE you release the parking brake. If "torque lock" does occur, you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the transaxle, so you can pull the shift lever out of "P" (Park). If there isno curb when you're parking uphill, turn the wheels to - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 199
your trunk. Here are some tips for winter driving: 0 Have your Buick in good shape for winter. Be sure your engine coolant mix is And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include small bag a of sand, a piece old carpet or a couple burlap bags of of to help providetraction. Be sure you - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 200
. Whatever the condition -- smooth ice, packed, blowing or loose snow -- drive with caution. Accelerate gently. Try not to break the fragile traction. If you accelerate too fast, the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more. Your anti-lock brakes improve your ability - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 201
by the snow. Put on extra clothing orwrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, makebody insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags,floor mats -- anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing tokeep warm. You can run the engine to keep warm, but - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 202
not know it is in your vehicle. Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle, especially exhaust pipe. And any that is blocking your push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged. You will need a well-charged battery to restart - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 203
You're Stuck in Deep Snow This manual explains how to get thevehicle out of deep car can tow a trailer. To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle, you should read the information in "Weight example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work well-- or even at all - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 204
means changes in: Handling Durability You can ask a hitch dealer aboutsway controls. Don't tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles ( helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads. Three important considerations have to do with weight: Fuel economy If You Do - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 205
advice, or you can write us at Buick Motor Division Customer Assistance Center 902 E. Hamilton Avenue Flint, MI 48550. In Canada, write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Center 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7. Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 206
a properly mounted, weight-distributing hitch and sway control of the proper size instructions for the trailer brakes so you'll be able toinstall, adjust and maintain them properly. Because you have anti-lock brakes, do not try to tap into your vehicle's brake system. If you do, both brake systems - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 207
lights, tires and mirror adjustment. If the trailer has electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes possible, have someone guide you. Making Turns When you' 't strike soft shoulders, curbs,road signs, trees, - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 208
lights. When you plug trailer lights into your vehicle's lighting system, its bulb warning lights may not let you know if one of your lights goes out. So, when you have trailer lights to park your rig on a hill, here's how to do it: 1. Apply your regular brakes, but don't shift into "F'" (Park) yet - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 209
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 automatictransaxle fluid (don't overfill), engine oil, belt, cooling system,and brake the parking brake. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 210
. . I954 Buick Model 56C 208 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 211
on theRoad = I i ~~ Here you'll find what to do about some problems that occur on the road . can Part 5 includes: Hazard Warning Flashers ...OtherWarningDevices ..."Jump"Starting ...TowingYourBuick ...Engineoverheating ...IfaTireGoesFlat ...ChangingaFlatTire ...CompactSpareTire ...If You're - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 212
Hazard Warning Flashers 7 '... Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lights will flash on and off. 210 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 213
, , ..., , >., : , Press the button in to make your front and rear turn signal lights flash on and off. To turn off the flashers, pull out on the collar. When the hazard flashers areon, your turn signals won't work. Your - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 214
. Ifyou don't follow these steps exactlp, all of these things can hurt you. To Jump Start Your Buick: 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system. 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren't touching - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 215
if the vehicles roll. Set the parking brake firmly oneach vehicle. Put an automatic transaxle in "P" (Park) or a manual transaxle in "N" (Neutral). A both vehicles. Turn off all lights that aren't needed,and radios. This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries. And it could save your - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 216
been hurt doing this, and some havebeen blinded. Usea flashlight if you need more light. Be sure thebattery has enoug,h water. You don't need to add waterto the Delco Freedom@ battery installed in'every newGM vehicle. But if a battery amount of fluid has filler caps, be sure the right is there. If - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 217
with the dead battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 8. Now connect the black negative (-) cable to the good battery's negative (-) touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. Don - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 218
dead battery, but not near engine parts that move. The elecbical connection is just as good there, but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is the vehicle with the good battery and run the enginefora while. . 11. Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery. If it won't start after - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 219
service tow your Buick . The usual towing equipment is a sling-type (A) or a wheel lift (B) or car carrier (C) tow truck. If your vehicle has been changed or modified since it was factory-new by adding aftermarket items fog like lamps, aero skirting,or special tires and wheels, these instructions - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 220
designed for towing service. Do not use the vehicle's steering column lock for this. The transaxle should be in Neutral and the parking brake released. Don If these limits must be exceeded, then the front wheels have to be supported on a dolly. A CAUTION: t V A vehicle can fall froma carcarrier - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 221
front wheels into the bottom slots of the cradle railson both sides Position a4" x 4" wood beam across the sling chains contacting thebottom of the radiator support. Position the lower sling crossbar just behind the rear edge of the front bumper. 219 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 222
the slotsin the bottom of floor pan just ahead of the rear wheels on both sides. Position the lower sling crossbar directly under the rear bumper. A 4" x 4" wood beam is not needed. Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end of each lower - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 223
gage. You will also find a low coolant warning light on your Buick instrument panel. If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine: If you get the overheat warning but see orhear no steam, the problem - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 224
You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right away. 1. Turn off your air conditioner. 2. Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest you can drive normally. If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park your vehicle right away. If there's still no sign of steam, you can - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 225
hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. I I A CAUTION: If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is else until it cools down. Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot.Don't touch them. If you do, you service. 223 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 226
Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven't found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn't at or above "FULL .) In cold weather, water can free IA I CAUTION: Adding plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid like alcohol, can boll befare the - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 227
: You can be burned if you spill cootant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engineparts are 's one more mix thing you can try. You can add the proper coolant system is directly to the radiator, but be sure the cooling cool before you do it. Steam - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 228
Add Coolant to the Radiator 1 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. 2. Then is still some pressure left. 3. Fill the radiator with the proper mix, up to the base of the filler neck. I i - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 229
6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot.Watch out forthe engine fans. 4. Then fill the coolant recoverytank to "FULL COLD." 7. By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 230
in a skid. In any rear blowout, remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go. It may be very bumpy and noisy, but you can still steer. Gently brake to a stop, well off the road if possible. If your tire - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 231
they could be badly injured. Find a level place to change your tire. To help prevent the vehicle from moving: 1. Set the parking brake firmly. 2. Put the shift lever in "P" (Park). 3. Turn off the engine. To be even more certain thevehicle won't move, you can put chocks at the frontand rear of the - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 232
Start with the jack and the wheel wrench. The equipment you'll need is in the trunk. 230 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 233
The jackhas a bolt at the end. Attach the wheel wrench to the jack bolt. If your Buick has a wheel cover, you must take it off to reach the wheel nuts. Refer to the correct picture to see how to remove your wheel - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 234
If your vehicle has this aluminum wheel, you may have plastic wheel nut caps. Use the wheel nut wrench to remove the wheel nut caps and to loosen the wheel nuts. 3 wire wheel key Use the I I wrench to remove the wire wheel cover. If your vehicle has wire wheel covers, remove them a follows: s - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 235
and turning it to the left. Pull off the wire wheel cover. Note: When replacing thewheel cover, carefully line up the tire valve stem and the notch in the wheel cover. Position the jack under the vehicle. There could be badly injured killed. Never get under or le when itis supported only by a jack. - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 236
Raising your vehiclewith the jack improperly ~~ Raise the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrencn clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire. - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 237
A CAUTION: ~ .*... Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface. Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When change a - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 238
Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a criss-cross sequence as shown. [A Lower the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Lower the jackcompletely. CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can causethe wheel to become loose and even come off. This could lead to - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 239
compact spare was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 60 -lock brake system warning light may come on when you are driving with a compact spare. See "Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light'' in the Index. - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 240
/d Don't takeyour compact spare through an automatic car washwith guide rails. The compact spare can get caught on the rails. That can damage the tire and wheel, and maybe other CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire, other - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 241
and youor others could be injured. And, the transaxle or other parts of the vehicle can overheat. Thatcould cause an engine compartment fire the wheels as little as possible. Release the accelerator pedal while you shift, and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transaxle is in gear. If - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 242
I t I957 Buick Super 240 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 243
devoted to its appearance care Part 6 includes: ServiceTips ...242 Fuel ...243 Hood Release ...248 Engineoil ...251 AirFilter ...255 Automatic Transaxle Fluid ...256 Enginecoolant ...258 PowerSteeringFluid ...261 Windshield Washer Fluid ...262 Brakes ...263 Battery ...265 BulbReplacement ...266 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 244
, parts can later break or fall off. You"cauldbe hurt. 1 If you want to do some of your own service work, you'll want to get the proper Buick Service Manual. It tells you much more about how to serviceyour Buick than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see "Service Publications - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 245
still hearheavy knocking, your engine needs service. noise when But don't worry if you hear a little pinging you're accelerating or drivingup a hill. That's Don'tuse it. It can corrode me parts inyour fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts. That damage woul be covered under your - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 246
help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system. That helps keep your engine in tune and your emission control system working properly. It's good for your vehicle, andyou'll be doing your part for cleaner air. Many gasolines are now blended with materials called oxygenates. General - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 247
clean the air, especially in those parts of the country that have high ozone levels. You should ask your service station operators system. That helps keep your engine in tune and your emission control system working properly. It's good for your vehicle, and you'll bedoing your part for cleaner air - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 248
Number (VIN). General Motors of Canada Ltd. International Export Sales P.O. Box 828 Oshawa, Ontario L1H 7N1, Canada The cap is behind a hinged door on the left side of your vehicle. A r PUTION: I Filling Your Tank Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. I? burns violently, and that can cause - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 249
Or you can use the release lever in the trunk. I 247 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 250
located on the lower left side of the instrument panel. When you pull this handle, the hood lock will open. If you get gasoline on you and then something ignites it, YOU could be badly wrong type,it may not fit or have proper venting, and your fuel tank and emissions system mightbe damaged. 3AQ - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 251
L Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood release. It is under the front edgeof the grille. - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 252
and close it firmly. 3800 V6 Supercharged Engine Your Park Avenue Ultra has a 3800 V6 Supercharged engine. Buick chose supercharging rather than turbocharging because Buick emphasizes smooth, refined power. The Supercharger is a devicewhich is designed to pump more air into the engine than it would - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 253
for when you should check the fluid. The supercharged 3800 engine uses two accessory drive belts. One belt drives the generator the power and steering pump. The second belt drives the supercharger, coolant pump and air conditioning compressor. Each belt has its own tensioner and idler pulley. See - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 254
. Push the-dipstick all the way back in when you're through. When to Add Oil: If the oil is at or below the ADD line you'll need to add some oil. But you must use the right kind. This section explains what kind of oil to use. For crankcase - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 255
What Kind of Oil to Use: Look for three things: SG RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE. "SG" must be on the oil container, either by itself or combined with other quality - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 256
low speed most of the time (as in door-to-door delivery, or in stop-and-go traffic). These Oil Additives: Don't add anything to your oil. Your Buick dealer is ready to advise if you think something should can be a big help if you have to park outside in very cold weather, -20" F (-29 "C) or colder - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 257
. Instead, recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil. If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil, ask your dealer, a servicestation or a local recycling center for help. The air cleaner is in the front right section of the engine compartment. To check or replace the - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 258
a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at a Buick dealership Service Department. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow the all instructions here, or you could get a false reading on the dipstick. : I NOTICE: If the air clean damaging engine fire. And, dirt can easily get into your - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 259
than 50°F (lO°C), you may have to drive longer. To check the fluid level: Park your vehicle on a level place. 0 Place the shift lever in " P ' (Park) with the parking brake applied. With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear range, pausing for about 0 1. Pull out - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 260
must be in the cross-hatched area. The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low. If you have a problem with engine overheating, see "Engine Overheating" in the Index. The proper coolant for your Buick will: 0 0 0 4. If the fluid level is where it should be, push - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 261
. Too much water in the mix can !ete;:: and crack the engine, radiator, heater Core and other parts. :,,I ~ - Adding Coolant A CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid likealcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mix - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 262
coolant mix at the recovery tank, but be careful not to spill it. If this light comes on, it means you're low on engine coolant. A CAUTION: To Add Coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don't spill coolant on a hot - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 263
engine damage from overheating. Be sure the arro the line with cap up the ov be on t radiator filler neck. When you replace your radiator pressure cap, AC@ an cap is recommended. Thermostat Engine coolant temperatureis controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolantsystem. The thermostatstops the - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 264
What to Add: Refer to the Maintenance Scheduleto determine what kind of fluid touse. See "Recommended Fluids and Lubricants" in the Index. Windshield Washer Fluid To Add: Open the cap labeled "WASHER FLUID ONLY." Add washer fluid until the bottle is full. NOTICE: When adding power steering fluid - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 265
down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear. When new linings areput in, the fluid level goes back up. The otherreason is that fluid is leaking out of the brake system. If it is, you should have your brake system fixed, since a leak means - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 266
work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. Vehicles wedesign and test have top-quality GM brake parts in them, as your Buick does when it is new. When you replace parts of your braking system -- for example, when your brake linings wear down and you have to have new ones put - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 267
many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts. A CAUTION: Battery Every new Buick has a Delco Freedom@ battery. You never have toadd water to one of these. When it's time for anew battery, we recommend aDelco Freedoms battery. Get one thathas the catalognumber shown on the - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 268
Headlamp Replacement Bulb Remove the retainers by turning in a counter-clockwise direction. - . Each headlamp is attached by retainers with round plastic knobs. I Lift the headlamp away from the car. - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 269
. Remove wire connector from the bulb by lifting the lock tab and pulling it away from the plastic base. Taillamp Bulb Replacement To reassemble, attach thewire connector (A) to the plastic base making sure the lock tab (B) is over the lock (C). Install the bulbby putting the small tab(D) into the - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 270
squeezing the lock on the MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL The taillamp, sidemarker and back-up lights can now be INFORMATION l l ] m \ : l .$$;;r#,: \ M Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry. The Tire Loading Information Label found on the rear edge of the driver's door - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 271
. FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY, BUMPER, AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN parts on your vehicle can break, or it can change theway your vehicle handles. These could cause you to lose control weight capacity of your vehicle, called the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). The GVWR includes the weight - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 272
by the tiremanufacturers and their warranties are delivered with every new Buick. If your spare tire is a different brand than your road of your vehicle. Put them asfar forward as you can. Try to spread the weight evenly. 0 Never stack heavier things, like suitcases, inside the vehicle so that - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 273
, or if your tires have been damaged, replace them. I - II The Tire-Loading Information label which is located on the rear edge of the driver's door shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires, when they're cold. "Cold" means your vehicle has been sitting for at least. three hours or - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 274
Index. Tire Inspectionand Rotation To make your tires last longer, have them inspected and rotated at themileages recommended in the Maintenance Schedule. See "Scheduled Maintenance Services" in the Index. - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 275
When It's Time for New Tires CAUTION: Rust or dirt on wheel, or on the parts to which a it is fastened, can make wheelnuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 276
traction, ride and other things during normal service on your vehicle. If your tires have bias-belted or radial) as your original tires. Xing tires could cause you to lose control hile to the system developed by rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 277
ability to stopon wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire based is on braking (straight-ahead) traction tests and does not - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 278
wheel leaks air out, replace it (except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). Seeyour Buick dealer if any of these conditions exist. atso cause Droblemswith bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer/odometer calibration, headllgb,, aim, bumper height,vehicle ground clearance and tire - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 279
teplacement WFpels Tire Chains /1 1 CAUTION: Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous. You can't know how it's been use#-. Jr how many miles it's been driven. It could fail suddenly and cause accident. If you t---re to an replace a wheel use anewGM original equipment I 277 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 280
if you strikea match or get themon a hot part of the vehicle. Some aredangerous if youbreathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything in a container to clean your Buick, besure to follow the instructions. And always open your doors or windows when you're cleaning the inside. Never - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 281
Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines. Mix Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner following or scraper. Use very little cleaner, light pressure and clean cloths(preferably cheesecloth). Cleaning stain from fabric, immediately dry the area with an air hose, hair dryer, or heat lamp to help prevent - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 282
Problems Greasy or Oily Stains: Like grease, oil, butter, margarine, shoe polish, coffee with cream, chewing gum, cosmetic creams, vegetable oils, wax crayon, tar and asphalt. Carefully scrape off excess stain. 0 0 Finally, if needed, clean lightly solvent-type instructions above. Shoe conditions. - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 283
severely weaken them. a crash they might In not be ableto provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm I Glass Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glassueaner (GM Part No. 1050427) or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smokeand dust films. - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 284
and Materials" in the Index .) Your Buick has a "basecoat/clearcoat" paint finish. The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat. Washing Your Vehicle The best way to avoid surface scratches and water spotting. High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle. 282 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 285
to the painted surface of your car. Don't use strong soaps, the body repair shop applies anti-corrosionmaterial to the parts repaired for thesestains. White Sidewall Tires Your Buick dealer has a GM White Sidewall service outlets. Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your dealer's body - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 286
control can collect on the underbody. If these arenot removed, accelerated corrosion (rust)can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan, and exhaust system this,Buick will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 287
Appearance Care and Maintenance Materials You can get these from your Buick dealer. * Not recommended for pigskin suede leather. See Your General Motors Dealers for These Products. See Your Maintenance Schedule for Other Products. - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 288
) I ID BllHlll1111111IIIIIM11 111111llll1111111111111111= 11 1 I Service Parts Identification Label You'll find this label on the code for your GM engine. Thiscode will help you identify your engine, specifications, and replacement parts in this section. Don't add anything electrical to your Buick - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 289
the tabs into the lower part of the fuse panel and snap it in place. Squeeze the tabs together and then push the fuse panel back up into the instrument panel until it locks in place. The fuse panel is located under the instrument panel, next to the parking brake. To release and lower - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 290
Lamps Park Lamps Courtesy Lps/Pwr Mirrors Cooling Fan/Transmission Air Cond Not Used Antilock Brakes Low Cool/Lp Mon/Oil Lvl-life IP Lighting Spare Spare IgnitionBadio Wiperwasher GOOD FUSE 1 ' T I .r, ' \' g J BLOWN FUSE r 10 20 10 15 15 20 20 15 15 10 25 10 10 10 20 25 10 25 PART GM - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 291
sound insulator panel on the passenger side.If these require service, seeyour Buick dealer. Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected by power accessories. When the current load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes, protecting the circuituntil the problem is fixed - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 292
Park Avenue Dimensions Inches Unless Otherwise Noted Overall: Length ...205.3 Width ...74.9 Height ...55.1 Wheel Base ...110.8 Front Tread ...60.5 60.2 Rear Tread ... Interior Rear 55.1 Trunk Capacity . . Ft ...20.3 Cu Passengers: Front ...3 Rear ...3 Base Curb Weight Lbs...3580 . (ULTRA) ...3673 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 293
Turn ...Park ...194NA Side Marker ...194NA 3156 Backup ...1156 Cornering ...1156 High Level Stop ...License ...194 24 Side Marker ...Tail ...194 Tail/Stop/Turn ...3057 Number Application Interior Illumination Ashtray ...194 Dome/Reading. Front ...562 564 Reading. Rear ...PC 168 Door Courtesy ...Door - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 294
Code l1 Belt Tensions Automatically controlled by a Self-Tension idler pulley. Tensionadjustment should never be necessary. Cooling SystemCapacity With air conditioning Part numbers are AC type. Air Conditioning Refrigerant: Notall air-conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air conditioning - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 295
themaintenance required for your Buick . Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety. dependability and emission controlperformance . Part 7 includes: 294 Introduction ...A Word About Maintenance ...294 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...295 How This Part is Organized ...295 Section - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 296
frequent checks and replacements than you will find in the schedules in this part. So please read this part and note how you drive. If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition, see your Buick dealer, the place many GM owners choose to have their maintenance work done - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 297
air in good condition, please Part is Organized The remainder of this part is divided into five sections: "Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services" shows what to have done and how often. Someof these services manual. See "Service Publications" in the Index. "Section B: Owner Checks and Services - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 298
you should schedule them. Your Buick dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. If you go to your dealer foryour service needs, you'll know that GM-trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts. These schedules are forvehicles that: carry - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 299
for your driving, follow Schedule I. Schedule I1 Follow Schedule I1 only if none of the above conditions is true. Schedule I Is any one of these true for your vehicle? Most trips are most of the time (as in door-to-door delivery, or in stop-and-go traffic). You operate your vehicle in dusty areas. You - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 300
. TO BE SERVICED (See Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services Following Schedules I and 11) - Item No. 1. Engine Oil & Oil Filter Change* 2. Chassis Lubrication 3. Throttle Body Mounting Bolt Torque* 4.Tire & Wheel Inspection & Rotation 5. Engine Accessory Drive Belt(s) Inspection* - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 301
40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 Ztem No. 6' 'ling System Service* a I I I 7. Transaxle Service 8* Spark Replacement* 9. Spark Plug Wire Inspection*? a a Replacement"? 11. Fuel Tank, Cap & Lines Inspection 12. Supercharger Oil Check (3.8L Code 1 engine only) Every 30 000 mi (50 000 km) a a Every - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 302
(000) 25 62.5 0 75 0 0 3. Throttle Body Mounting Bolt Torque* . I . I 0 0 0 4.Tire & Wheel Inspection & Rotation 5. Engine Accessory Drive Belt(s) Inspection* 6. Cooling System Service* 7. Transaxle Service See Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services Following Schedules I and I1 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 303
Occurs First I MILES (000) 9. Spark Plug Wire Inspection"? Every 30 000 mi. (50 000 km) 10.Air Cleaner Filter Replacement* 11. Fuel Tank, Cap & Lines Inspection*? I 12. Supercharger Oil Check (3.8L Code 1 engine only) The servicesshown in this schedule up to 45 000 miles (75 000 km) should be - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 304
-- Lubricate the transaxle shift linkage, parking brake cable guides, underbody contact points and linkage. If Accessory Drive Belt(s) Inspection -Inspect the belt(s) for cracks, fraying, wear and proper tension. Replace as needed. 6. Cooling System Service* -- Drain, flush and refill the system - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 305
distributor and at the spark plugs. Replace wires as needed. 10. Air Cleaner Filter Replacement* -- Replace every 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or more often under dusty conditions. Ask your dealer for the proper replacement intervals for your driving conditions. 11. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 306
specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. . At Each Fuel Fill (It isimportant for you or a service station attendant to perform theseunderhood checks at each fuelfill. CHECK OR SERVICE EngineOil Level WHAT TO DO Check the engine oil level - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 307
both the parking brake (see "Parking Brake" in the Index if necessary) and the regular brake. At Least Once A Year CHECK OR SERVICE Key Lock Cylinders Body Lubrication I WHAT TO DO Lubricate the key lock cylinders with lubricant the specified in Section D. Lubricate all body door hinges. Also - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 308
Transaxle) WHAT TO DO CHECK OR SERVICE Steering Column Lock WHAT TO DO ~ ~~ While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the to key "LOCK" in each shift lever position. The key should turn to "LOCK" only when the shift lever is in "P" (Park). 0 injured. Follow the steps below - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 309
: With the engine running and transaxle in"N" (Neutral), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only. CHECK OR WHAT TO DO SERVICE Underbody At least spring,plain every use water Flushing flush materials tocorrosive from any - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 310
. INSPECTION OR SERVICE Steering, Suspension and Front-WheelDrive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection WHAT SHOULD BE DONE Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs wear, of or lack of lubrication. Inspectthe power steering lines and hoses for - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 311
system. Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hookup, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Also inspect drum brake linings for wear and cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 312
Hydraulic Brake System Parking Brake Guides FLUID/LUBRICANT Delco Supreme 1 l @ Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 1052535) or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid. Chassis meeting lubricant requirements of NLGI Grade 2, CategoryLBorGC-LB(GMPart No. 1052497 or equivalent). GM Hydraulic Power Steering Fluid (GM Part - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 313
areperformed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the columns indicated. When completing the Maintenance Performed column, insert the information portfolio is a convenientplace to store them. Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 314
Maintenance Record 312 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 315
m 1 3 14 3 15 316 Here you will find out how to contact Buick if you need assistance. Thispart also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. Part 8 includes: Customer Satisfaction Customer Assistance for Hearing/Speech Impaired ...Reporting Safety Defects - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 316
, write to Buick Motor Division, Customer Assistance Center, 902 E.Hamilton Avenue, Flint, MI 48550. A listing of all Buick Zone Offices and offices outside the U.S. which can assist you can also be found in the warranty booklet. When contacting Buick, please remember that your problem will likely - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 317
and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or General Motors. REPORTING SAFETY call us at 1-800-521-7300 , or write: Buick Motor Division Customer Assistance Center 902 E. Hamilton Avenue Flint, Mi 48550 In Canada, please call us at - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 318
and only for carsand light trucks with GVWR less than 10,000 pounds (4 536 kg). In Canada, information pertaining to Product Service Bulletins and Indexes can a technician service your vehicle better. Most bulletins apply to conditions affecting a small number of cars or trucks. Your Buick dealer or - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 319
Subscriptions You can subscribe to allBuick Product Service Publications (PSP's). This will include bulletins forall cars sold by Buick and will not be limited to PSP's applicable to any particular model. When you buy a subscription, you will receive thePSP's in periodic mailings, shortly after - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 320
if you are interested in buying PSP's pertaining to a current model year car or truck. Some PSP's pertaining to a particular model year vehicle may be have the equipment, tools, safety instructions, and know-how to doa job quickly and safely. Buick Service Publications You can get these by using - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 321
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System Warning Light ...120 Anti-TheftTips ...71 Anti-Theft Feature, Delco LOC ...I1 153 Appearance Care ...278 Appearance Care and Materials ...285 Armrest, Storage ...113 Ashtrays .. : ...115 Astroroof ...109 Audio Systems ...139 Automatic Air Conditioning System ...133 63 Automatic Door Locks - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 324
263 Lining Replacement, How to Drive After ...74, 264 MasterCylinder ...263 Parking ...84 PedalTravel ...175 Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock ...80, 87 Brake System, Antilock Warning Light ...172 Brake System Warning Light ...119 Brake Wear Indicators, Disc ...174 Brakes,Antilock ...172 Brakes, Rear - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 325
Inside Your Car ...278 Outside Your Car ...282 Power Antenna ...156 Safety Belts ...281 Top of the Instrument Panel ...280 Underbody of Your Car ...284 vinyl or Leather ...280 Weather Strips ...- 2 8 3 283 White Sidewall Tires ...Windshield and Wiper Blades ...281 130 Comfort Control System ...Clock - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 326
Defogging ...135 Defrost ...136.138 DelcoSoundSystems ...139 Dimensions ...290 Disc Brake Wear Indicators ...174 Disposal, Used Oil ...255 Door Ajar Light ...128 DoorLocks ...62 Door Locks, Automatic ...63 Downhill Parking ...194 Downshifting ...82 Driving AtNight ...181 Defensively ...166 Drunk ... - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 327
292 Capacities ...Brake ...263 Power Steering ...261 Transaxle/Transmission ...256 Windshield Washer ...262 Fluids and Lubricants Recommended ...309 FM Stereo Radio Reception ...139 Fog. Driving in ...186 245 Foreign Operation ...2 Francais. Guide En ...265 Freedom Battery ...188 Freeway Driving - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 328
. Turn Signal ...92 174 Indicators. Disc Brake Wear ...Indicators. Warning Lights and Gages ...117 Infant Restraint ...46 Inflation. Tire ...271 Illuminated Entry System ...70 Inside Mirror ...106 Inspection. Tires ...272 Label. Service Parts Identification ...286 Lamp Monitors ...105 Lane Change - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 329
Traffic ..."On" Warning ...101 Operation ...92 Loading YourVehicle ...268 Locks. Door ...62 Locks. Rear Door Security ...69 Long Distance Driving ...190 Loss of Control ...180 119 LowFuelLight ...Low Oil Pressure. Warning Light ...124 Heated Outside Rearview ...Inside ...Outside ...Mist, Driving in - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 330
Release ...65 Replaceable Light Bulbs ...291 Replacing Brake System Parts ...264 Replacing Safety Belts ...: ...57 273 ReplacingTires ...276 Replacing Wheels ...315 Reporting Safety Defects ...Restarting Your Car When It's Moving ...76 Restraint.Child ...46 Restraint Systems. Checking Your ...57 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 331
and Safety Belts ...Seat Controls ...14 82 Second Gear. When to Use ...Securing a Child Restraint ...46.47.50. 52 73 Security Light ...69 Security Lock. Rear Door ...242 Service Tips ...241 Service and Appearance Care ..."Service Engine Soon" Warning Light ...126 Service Parts Identification Label - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 332
Ignition Key is ...Stuck, If Your Car is...239 Subscribing to Buick ProductService Publications ...317 Sunroof ...'109 SunVisors ...114 Supercharged Engine ...250 Supplemental Inflatable Restraint System (SIR) ...34 Supplemental Inflatable Restraint System Light ...35 Symbols on Road Signs ...164 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 333
210 Light. Antilock Brake System ...120 Light. Battery ...126 Light. Brake System ...119 Light. Change Oil Soon ...125 Light. Check Oil Level ...124 Light. Door Ajar ...128 Light. Engine Coolant Temperature ...122 Light. Engine Oil Pressure ...123 Light. Security ...73 Light. Traction Control System - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 334
Nut Torque ...Wheel Replacement ...White Sidewall Tires. Cleaning ...Why Wear Safety Belts ? ...Windows. Power ...Windshield Cleaning ...Washer ...Washer Fluid ...Wipers ...Winter Driving ...Wire Wheel Cover ...Working On Your Car ...Worn Tires ...WreckerTowing ... 183 275 231 236 276 283 20 -90 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 335
Owner's Record of Upkeep & Fuel Usage DATE MILEAGE AMOUNT COMMENTS 333 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 336
Owner's Record of Upkeep & Fuel Usage DATE MILEAGE AMOUNT ._ . COMMENTS 334 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 337
Owner's Record of Upkeep & Fuel Usage AMOUNT DATE MILEAGE - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 338
Fuel Mileage Chart MILES PER GALLON 10 11 12 21201918171615 13 14 65 72 102 96 90 84 78 70 75 23 22 24 29282726 25 30 3231 I40 145 150 155 160 165 170 175 180 33 35 36 34 5 60 55 50 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 80 85 95 90 100 105 110 115 120 125 130 135 66 60 70 77 108 114150 120156 126162 132168 - 1993 Buick Park Avenue | Owner's Manual - Page 339
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... THIS MANUAL IS PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER USING " M50% WASTEPAPER, 10% POST CONSUMER WASTE U ., .._- .. ... ... ?