1998 Buick Skylark Owner's Manual - Page 78

3. If your engine still won't start (or starts but then stops), it could be flooded with much gasoline. too Try pushing your accelerator pedal all way tothe the floor and holding there as you hold the key it in START for a maximum of 15 seconds. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. If the engine still won't start or starts brieflybut then stops again, repeat step 1 or 2, depending on temperature. When the engine starts, release key and the the accelerator pedal. Starting Your 3100 Engine 1. With your footoff the accelerator pedal, turn your let ignition key toSTART. When the engine starts, go of the key. Theidle speed will go down as your engine gets warm. NOTICE: Holding yourkey in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause yourbattery to be drained muchsooner. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor. NOTICE: Your engine is designed towork with the electronics in yourvehicle. I you add electrical f parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, checkwith your dealer. I you don't, f your engine might not perform properly. I you ever haveto have your f vehicle towed, see the part of this manual that tells how to doit without damaging your vehicle. See "Towing Your Vehicle" in theIndex. 2-17