2000 Buick LeSabre Owner's Manual
2000 Buick LeSabre Manual
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yellowblue The 2000 Buick LeSabre Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 3-1 4-1 5-1 6-1 7-1 8-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. It also explains the air bag system. Features and Controls This section explains how to start and operate your - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 3
yellowblue We support voluntary technician certification. GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, BUICK, the BUICK Emblem and the name LESABRE are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 4
their new vehicle. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you'll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly. CAUTION: These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people. In the caution - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 5
your warranty, and it could be costly. But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage. When you read other manuals, you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words. You'll also see warning labels on your vehicle. They use - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 6
These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights: Here are some other symbols you may see: ENGINE COOLANT TEMP WINDSHIELD WASHER BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM FUSE DOOR LOCK UNLOCK TURN SIGNALS LIGHTER PARKING LAMPS FASTEN SEAT BELTS WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER HORN BRAKE HAZARD WARNING FLASHER - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 7
yellowblue NOTES vi - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 8
Pregnancy Right Front Passenger Position Air Bag Systems 1-28 1-30 1-33 1-36 1-47 1-50 1-50 1-50 Center Front Passenger Position Rear Seat Passengers Children Child Restraints Larger Children Safety Belt Extender Checking Your Restraint Systems Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 1- 1-1 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 9
reclining seatbacks, lumbar adjustments, heated seats and head restraints. Power Seat Manual Lumbar Support The power seat controls are located on the outboard side of each front seat cushion. D Raise or lower the front of the seat cushion by holding the front part of the horizontal control up - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 10
down. Power Lumbar Control (If Equipped) The lumbar control is located on the outboard side of each front seat. Use the power seat control first to get the proper position. Then continue with the lumbar adjustment. D Move the seat forward or back by pushing the horizontal control to the front or - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 11
system and the memory position will be recalled. You can also store an exit position for each driver. The exit position is programmed by moving the seat last. The controls for the memory seat and mirrors are located on the driver's door panel, work when the automatic transaxle is in PARK (P). 1-4 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 12
yellowblue Heated Seats (Option) The heated seat controls are located on the driver's and front off the heated seat. The LO setting warms the seatback and cushion until the seat approximates body temperature. The HI setting heats the seat to a slightly higher temperature. The heated seats can only - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 13
cause serious internal injuries. For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly. But don't have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up or down - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 14
They're for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. And it explains the air bag system. CAUTION: It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 15
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 a bad one. 30 years of safety belts in vehicles, the facts are clear. In most crashes buckling up does matter ...a lot! Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 16
yellowblue Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn't stop. 1-9 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 17
yellowblue The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ... or the instrument panel ... 1-10 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 18
work with safety belts -- not instead of them. Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts. Even if you're in a vehicle that has air bags, you still have to buckle up to get the most protection. That's true not only in frontal collisions, but especially in side - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 19
belts? You may be an excellent driver, but if you're in an accident -- even one size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your vehicle, see the part of this manual - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 20
see how, see "Seats" in the Index) so you can sit up straight. 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don't let it get twisted. The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 21
would apply force at your 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 belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks if there's a sudden stop or crash, or if you pull the - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 22
's wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won't give nearly as much protection this way - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 23
yellowblue Q: What's wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 24
with this? CAUTION: 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 would apply too much force to the ribs, which aren't as strong as shoulder - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 25
wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn't have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it. A: The belt is twisted across the body. 1-18 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 26
Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don't wear safety belts. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 27
belt works the same way as the driver's safety belt -- except for one thing. If you ever pull the lap portion of the belt out all the way, you will engage the child restraint locking feature. If this happens, just let the belt go back all the way and start again. Air Bag Systems This part explains - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 28
are designed to work with safety belts but don't replace them. Frontal air bags for the driver and right front passenger are designed to work only in moderate to severe crashes where the front of your vehicle hits something. They aren't designed to inflate at all in rollover, rear, side or low-speed - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 29
secure children properly in your vehicle. To read how, see the part of this manual called "Children." The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See "Air Bag Readiness Light" in the Index for more information. 1-22 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 30
yellowblue How the Air Bag Systems Work Where are the air bags? The right front passenger's frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger's side. The driver's frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. The driver's side impact air bag is in the side of the driver's - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 31
bag, and don't attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering and don't let seat covers block the inflation path of a side impact air bag. The right front passenger's side impact air bag is in the side of the passenger's seatback closest to the door. 1-24 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 32
are designed to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes involving a front door. A side impact air bag will inflate if the crash severity is above the system's designed "threshold level." The threshold level can vary with specific vehicle design. Side impact air bags are not designed to inflate in - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 33
panel. In moderate to severe side collisions, even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle. The air bag supplements the protection provided by safety belts. Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant's upper body, stopping the occupant more gradually - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 34
parts. The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts. diagnostic module, which records information about the frontal air bag system. The module records information about the readiness of the system, when the system commands air bag inflation and driver's safety belt - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 35
connectors. They are probably part of the air bag systems. Be sure to follow proper service procedures, and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so. The air bag systems do not need regular maintenance. Lap Belt If your vehicle has a front bench seat, someone can sit in - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 36
center front seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt. To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug. Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 37
it get twisted. Lap-Shoulder Belt All three rear seating positions have lap-shoulder belts. Here's how to wear one properly. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 38
the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 39
would apply force at your 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 belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks if there's a sudden stop or a crash, or if you pull the - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 40
and all children smaller than adult size. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, Air bags plus lap-shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle's safety belt system nor its air bag system - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 41
trip in a motor vehicle. CAUTION: Smaller children and babies should always be restrained in a child or infant restraint. The instructions for the restraint will say whether it is the right type and size for your child. A very young child's hip bones are so small that a regular belt might not stay - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 42
arms. The baby would be almost impossible to hold. Secure the baby in an infant restraint. CAUTION: Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn'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 CAUTION - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 43
not only the child's weight and size, but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used bed (A) is a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle. It's an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 44
up to about 20 lbs. (9 kg) and about one year of age. This type of restraint faces the rear so that the infant's head, neck and body can have the support they need in a frontal crash. Some infant seats come in two parts -- the base stays secured in the vehicle and the seat part is removable. 1-37 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 45
40 lbs. (9 to 18 kg) and about 26 to 40 inches (66 to 102 cm) in height, or up to around four years of age. One type, a convertible restraint, is designed to be used either as a rear-facing infant - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 46
or child restraint will show you how to do that. Both the owner's manual and the child restraint instructions are important, so if either one of these is not available, obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer. A booster seat (F) is designed for children who are about 40 to 60 lbs., or even - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 47
child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag. Always secure a rear-facing child restraint in a rear seat. You may secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat, but before you do, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go. It's better to secure - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 48
your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored. Your vehicle has top strap anchors already installed for the rear seating positions. You'll find them behind the rear seat on the filler panel. In order to get to a bracket, you'll have to open the trim cover. Anchor the top - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 49
yellowblue Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position You'll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 50
the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed. If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child's face or neck, put it behind the child restraint. 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 51
the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. 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. CAUTION: A child in a rear - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 52
part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say. 1. Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag, always move the seat as far back - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 53
restraint as you tighten the belt. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. 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 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 54
yellowblue Larger Children Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat. But they need to use the safety belts properly. D Children who aren't buckled up can be thrown out in a crash. D Children who aren't buckled up can strike other people who are. - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 55
child's shoulder, so that in a crash the child's upper body would have the restraint that belts provide. If the child is so small that the shoulder belt is still very close to the child's face or neck, you might want to place the child in a seat that has a lap belt, if your vehicle has one. 1-48 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 56
yellowblue CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt's force would then be applied right on the child's abdomen - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 57
of the collision. 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. If an air bag inflates, you'll need to replace air bag system parts. See the part on the air bag system earlier in this section - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 58
Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly -- and what to do if you have a problem. 2-2 2-4 2-9 2-14 2-15 2-16 2- The Instrument Panel - Your Information System Instrument Panel Clusters Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators Head-Up - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 59
yellowblue Keys CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be 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 children. - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 60
works one made using the bar code tag. The replacement key must have a vehicle theft deterrent system transponder embedded in it. NOTICE: Your vehicle has a number of features that can help prevent theft. But you can have a lot of trouble - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 61
in a crash if the doors aren't locked. Wear safety belts properly, lock your doors, and you will be far system, unlock the doors only with the key or remote keyless entry system. This will avoid setting off the alarm. To unlock the door from the inside, move the manual door lock control located - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 62
yellowblue Central Door Unlocking System If your vehicle has a theft-deterrent system, all doors will unlock if the If you need to lock the doors before shifting out of PARK (P), just use the manual or power lock button. Personal Choice Programming You can program the automatic door locks feature - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 63
on the transmitter again. Each time this button is pressed, the mode will advance by one, going from 3 to 0 to 1, etc. Note: The door locks will cycle the key removed from the ignition, and the driver's door open, a chime will sound three times to signal that delayed locking system is active. - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 64
(DIC), you must program this feature through the DIC. See "Driver Information Center" in the Index. To Use One of These Locks 1. Open the rear door you wish to lock. 2. Move the lever located on the door edge, all the way up to the ENGAGED position. 3. Close the door. 4. Do the same - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 65
cancel the security lock feature, adults or older children who ride in the rear seat won't be able to open the rear door from the work if the key is in the ignition and a door is open. You can override this feature by holding the driver's side system, see "Content Theft-Deterrent" in the Index. 2-8 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 66
normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this: D Check to determine if battery replacement or resynchronization is necessary. See the instructions that follow. vehicle. You may need - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 67
back of your transmitter correspond to DRIVER #1 and DRIVER #2 on the DIC (if equipped). For more information see "DIC" in the Index. The driver's door will unlock and the exterior lights also work when the ignition is on, but only while the transaxle is in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Instant Alarm When - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 68
seconds. D Perimeter Lighting: When the button will not flash if the manual parking lamps are on. Vehicles and programming instructions, refer to One of the following modes may be selected for each transmitter: Mode 1: No feedback when locking or unlocking vehicle. Mode 2: Parking lamps, back - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 69
See "Driver Information Center" in the Index. Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about two years. You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won't work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 70
yellowblue 3. Remove and replace the battery. Replace it as the instructions inside the cover indicate. 4. Snap the transmitter back together tightly to be sure no moisture can enter. 5. Test the operation of the transmitter with your vehicle. If the transmitter does not work, resynchronize the - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 71
electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the trunk lid: D Make sure all other windows are shut. D Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed with the setting on VENT. That will force outside air to work. To lock the - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 72
and the driver's door open, you'll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you. Always do this. Your valet. Then take the master key with you. Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 73
entry transmitter, the alarm will go off. Your vehicle's lamps will flash and the horn will sound for 30 seconds. The lamps and horn will then turn off to save battery power. Remember, the content theft-deterrent system won't activate if you lock the doors with a key or use the manual door lock. It - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 74
lamps flash, check to see if the horn works. The horn fuse may be blown. To replace the fuse, see "Fuses and Circuit Breakers" in the Index. If the alarm does not sound or the vehicle's lamps do not flash, the vehicle should be serviced by an authorized service center. PASS-KeyR III Your vehicle is - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 75
undamaged, try another ignition key. At this time, you may also want to check the fuse (see "Fuses and Circuit Breakers" in the Index). If the engine still does not start with the other key, your vehicle needs service. If your vehicle does start, the first key may be faulty. See your dealer or - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 76
light comes on and stays on, you will be able to restart your engine if you turn it off. Your PASS-Key III system, however, is not working properly and must be serviced stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline every time you get new - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 77
key in the ignition switch, you can turn the switch to five different positions. ACCESSORY (A): This position lets you use your electrical power accessories such as power windows, power sunroof (if equipped), radio and the windshield wipers. To use, push in the ignition key and turn it toward - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 78
battery power. Retained Accessory Power After you turn the ignition off and remove the key, you will still have electrical power to such accessories as the power windows, audio steering wheel controls, clock, sunroof (if equipped) and the radio for up to 10 minutes. The instrument cluster lights - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 79
, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Starting Your V6 Engine 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor. Wait about 15 seconds between - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 80
, repeat the normal starting procedure. NOTICE: Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer. If you don't, your engine might - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 81
best advice for that particular area. To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The engine coolant heater cord is located on the passenger's side of the vehicle, above the headlamp assembly. 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 82
To be sure your vehicle won't move, even when you're on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK Towing a Trailer" in the Index. Your automatic transaxle has a shift lever located on the steering column. PARK (P): This position locks your front wheels. It - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 83
the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped. To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice or sand without damaging your transaxle, - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 84
normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you're: B D Going less than about 35 mph (55 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. accelerator all the way down. SECOND (2): This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy than THIRD (3). You can use SECOND (2) on - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 85
you stop when going uphill, don't hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal. This could overheat and damage the transaxle. Use your brakes or shift into ignition is in RUN or OFF/UNLOCK, the brake system warning light will turn on while the parking brake is set. The parking brake uses - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 86
(6.1 m) with the parking brake on, the brake light stays on and a chime sounds until you release vehicle won't move, even when you're on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow. If you're overheat. You may have to replace them, and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle. If you - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 87
2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) like this: D Move the lever up as far as it will go. 3. Turn the ignition key to OFF/ LOCK. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in PARK - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 88
. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P). This is called "torque lock." To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver's seat. To find out how, see "Shifting Into PARK (P)" in the Index. When you are ready - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 89
Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brake before vehicle to an authorized service center as soon as you can. Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 90
on the road or over road debris. D Repairs weren't done correctly. D Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly. If you ever suspect (CO) into your vehicle even if the fan switch is at the highest setting. One place this can happen is a garage. Exhaust -- with CO -- can come in - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 91
To be sure your vehicle won't move, even when you're on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK The power window controls located on the driver's armrest operate each of the windows while the ignition is on or while retained accessory power is active. In - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 92
AUTO control again. To partially open the window, pull the AUTO control back slightly. To raise the window, hold the AUTO control forward. Window Lock Press the LOCK button on the driver's armrest you drive. You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 93
Change Indicator To signal a turn, move the lever on the left side of the steering wheel all the way up or down. The lever flash in the direction of the turn or lane change. The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your: If your vehicle is equipped with the Head-Up Display - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 94
replace it to help avoid an accident. If the arrows don't go on at all when you signal a turn, check the fuse (see "Fuses and Circuit in front of you that you want to pass. It works even if your headlamps are off. Pull the turn signal light located on the instrument panel will also be on. 2-37 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 95
light rain or snow. Turn the band to choose the delay time. The closer to LO, the shorter the delay. Heavy snow or ice can overload your wiper motor. A circuit breaker will stop the motor then let go. The wipers will stop after one cycle. If you want more cycles, hold the band on MIST longer. 2-38 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 96
sensor is mounted on the passenger's interior side of the windshield behind the rearview mirror and is used to automatically operate the wipers by monitoring the amount of moisture that is on the windshield. The Rainsense system can be activated by turning the wiper control band to one manually - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 97
. The controls to operate the cruise control are located on the steering wheel. 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 is helpful on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 98
to the speed you want. 3. Press the SET/COAST button, the CRUISE light on the instrument panel cluster will illuminate. (The button is located on the bottom right of the steering wheel.) 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. D If your vehicle is in cruise control when the optional traction - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 99
briefly press the RESUME/ACCEL (resume/accelerate) button to return to your desired preset speed. You'll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay vehicle will go about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) faster.) The accelerate feature will only work after you have set the cruise control speed by pressing the - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 100
work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the accelerator control these systems: D D D D D D Headlamps Taillamps Parking Lamps License Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Instrument Panel Lights D Step lightly on the brake - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 101
different driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset. A light sensor on top of the instrument panel monitors the exterior light level for the operation of DRL and Twilight Sentinel, so be sure it isn't covered. The DRL system will make - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 102
headlamps change to the reduced brightness of DRL. To turn off all exterior lighting at night when you are parked, turn off the headlamps and move the turn back on automatically when you move the transaxle out of PARK (P). As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular headlamp system when - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 103
already on, they will have to be turned off, then back on to disable twilight). The wiper-activated headlamps will override the twilight disable feature. Light Sensor Your Twilight Sentinel and DRL work with the light sensor located on top of the instrument panel. Interior Lamps Instrument Panel - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 104
Delayed Exit Lighting With this feature, the interior lamps will turn on and stay on for approximately 25 seconds after you remove the key Perimeter Lighting When the button with the unlock symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed, the DRL headlamps, parking lamps and back-up - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 105
on at this time and the horn will chirp two times. 4. Press the instant alarm on the transmitter again. Perimeter lighting is disabled and the horn will chirp one time. 5. Release the door lock switch. The perimeter lighting feature is now off. To turn the feature on: 1. Close all the doors and - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 106
make sure the battery charges. High electrical loads may occur when several of the following are on: headlamps, high beams, rear window defogger, high blower fan, heated seats (if equipped) and engine cooling fans. Front Reading Lamps Exterior Lighting Battery Saver If the manual lamp control has - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 107
yellowblue Mirrors Day/Night Manual Rearview Mirror Electrochromic Day/Night Rearview Mirror (If Equipped) Your vehicle may have an automatic electrochromic day/night rearview mirror. When this feature is turned - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 108
the automatic dimming feature, press AUTO. To turn off automatic dimming, press OFF. The green indicator light will be illuminated when this feature is active. Time Delay The automatic mirror has a time delay feature which prevents unnecessary switching from the night back to the day position. This - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 109
a similar magnetic item. You should remove the interference. Compass Calibration The right side of the switch located at the bottom of the mirror turns and then the letter "C" will be displayed. The compass can be calibrated in one of two ways: D Drive the vehicle in two complete 360_ circles at D - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 110
could give false readings. To adjust for compass variance: 1. Press and hold the COMPASS button located at the bottom of the mirror until a zone number appears in the display. 2. Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map. 3. Press the COMPASS button on the bottom - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 111
located on the driver's door armrest. Parallel Park Assist Mirror (If Equipped) If you have the optional Memory Seat Index for programming instructions. B Move the L/R select switch located beneath the mirror to maximize your side view. Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger's side mirror may be - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 112
release on the left side of the glove box door. Front Storage Armrest You may have a fold-down armrest between the front seats that opens into a located inside the storage compartment and one on the lower front edge of the console. These outlets can be used for accessories requiring electrical - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 113
your hand while it is heating. If you do, it won't be able to back away from the heating element when it's ready. That can make it overheat, ashtray, cigarette lighter and accessory power outlet. The front center and rear ashtrays may be removed for cleaning. Hold the sides of the ashtray and - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 114
and the sunroof will operate manually. OnStarR System (Option) Your vehicle may have the optional OnStar Communications service. The following services are available 24 hours a day from an OnStar representative: D D D D Roadside Service with Location Emergency Services Button Remote Door Unlock - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 115
settings for all three channels. 2. Decide which one of the three channels you want to program. so that you can still see the indicator light. 3. Using both hands, press the hand Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions system by other than an authorized service - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 116
that you have programmed already. If the indicator light on the Universal Transmitter flashes rapidly for two seconds and then turns solid, the garage door opener has a rolling code system. In a rolling code system, the garage door motor head unit must be trained to the Universal Transmitter - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 117
the Universal Transmitter. Refer to your garage door opener owner's manual for the proper transmitter training procedure for your garage door opener brand. 1. Find the training button on the garage door opener motor head unit. The exact location and color of the button may vary by garage door opener - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 118
can be used to plug in electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone or CB radio. Follow the proper installation instructions that are included with the equipment you install. NOTICE: When using an accessory outlet: D The maximum load of any electrical equipment should not exceed 15 amps - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 119
yellowblue The Instrument Panel - Your Information System 2-62 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 120
yellowblue A. Air Outlets B. Driver Information Center Buttons (If Equipped) C. Multifunction Lever D. Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped) E. I. Head-Up Display (HUD) Controls (If Equipped) J. Hood Release K. Parking Brake L. Cruise Controls M. Audio System N. Climate Controls O. Glove Box 2-63 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 121
're going, how much fuel you're using, and many other things you'll need to drive safely and economically. Your vehicle is equipped with one of these instrument panel clusters, which includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages. Standard Cluster 2-64 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 122
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driven, in either miles or kilometers. Press The ENG/MET button which is located to the left of the speedometer to change from mph to km/h. Your wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed. If the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer, then it must - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 124
is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury. Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle's functions. As you will see in the - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 125
yellowblue Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag's electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensors, the air bag - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 126
Index.) Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle's hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn't working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well. If the warning light comes on, there is a brake problem. Have your - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 127
it will be ready to warn you if there's a problem. If it stays on, or comes on when you're driving, there may be a problem with your traction control system and your vehicle may need service. When this warning light is on, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. 2-70 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 128
too hot! D If you turn the system off by pressing the button located on the end of the gearshift lever, the warning light will come on and stay on. To turn the system back on, press the button again. The warning light should go off. (See "Traction Control System" in the Index for more information - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 129
are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment. The SERVICE ENGINE SOON light comes on and a chime will sound to indicate that there is a problem and service is required. Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 130
cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off. D Light Flashing -- A misfire condition has been detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on your vehicle. Dealer - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 131
the vehicle into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration. (These conditions may go away once the engine is warmed up.) This will be detected by the system and cause the light to turn on. If you experience one or more of these conditions, change the fuel brand you use - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 132
you if something goes wrong. But, when this light comes on and stays on, and a chime sounds, it means oil isn't going through your engine properly. You could be low on oil, or you might have some other oil problem. See your dealer for service. NOTICE: Damage to your engine from neglected oil - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 133
problems. Fuel Gage These problems may not be obvious and may affect vehicle performance or durability. Consult a qualified dealership for necessary repairs to maintain top vehicle performance. This light will also come on briefly when your ignition is turned on to show that the system is working - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 134
that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with your fuel gage: D At the service station, the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads a little when you turn a corner, D The gage doesn't go back to EMPTY (E) when you D D D D Speedometer Reading Turn Signal Indicators High-Beam Headlamp Indicator - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 135
just as you would in a vehicle without HUD. If you never look at your instrument panel, you may not see something important, such as a warning light. NOTICE: Although the HUD image appears to be near the front of the vehicle, do not use it as a parking aid. The HUD was not - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 136
the ENG/MET button located to the left of the steering column. The HUD controls are located on the instrument panel seat to your driving position. Slide the image height adjuster control all the way up, raising the image as far as possible. Clean the inside of the windshield as necessary to remove - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 137
fuse is blown. See "Fuses and Circuit Breakers" in the Index. Keep in mind that your windshield is part of the HUD system. If you ever have to have your windshield replaced, be sure to get one , as well as warning messages if a system problem is detected. This feature also allows two different - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 138
buttons are on the DIC control panel which is located to the left of the steering column: D FUEL until the display shows FUEL ECONOMY INST. Instantaneous fuel economy varies with your driving conditions, such as acceleration, braking and the grade of the road being traveled. The RESET button does - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 139
dealer for service. Press the GAGE INFO button until COOLANT TEMP appears in the display. If there are no problems detected with soon as possible. This manual explains what to do. See "Engine Overheating" in the Index you need to have your battery and charging system checked. Press the GAGE INFO - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 140
the Check Tire Pressure System believes your vehicle's tire pressures are normal. If a potential tire pressure problem is detected, the display 27 ...BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE 36 ...ENGINE OIL LOW - CHECK LEVEL 40 ...THEFT ATTEMPT DETECTED 54 ...SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM 55 ...STABILITY SYSTEM ACTIVE 61 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 141
SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM message, it means there may be a problem with your stability enhancement system. If you see this message, try to reset the system (stop; turn off the engine; then start the engine again). If the SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM Locking Perimeter Lighting Memory Seats Tilt Mirrors - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 142
seat controls or press the button with the unlock symbol on your remote keyless entry transmitter. Use the following steps for personal choice programming instructions the appropriate memory seat control. 3. Press and hold the ENG/MET button for five seconds. WELCOME TO BUICK OPTION FEATURE will - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 143
enabled. D D D D AUTO DOOR LOCKS - OFF/ON UNLOCK - OFF/ON AUTO DOOR LOCKS, your door locks will operate normally with no automatic feature. If you choose ON for AUTO OFF. If you choose ON for AUTO DOOR LOCKS, ON for UNLOCK and PARK (P). If you choose ON for AUTO DOOR LOCKS, and OFF for UNLOCK, - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 144
ON for KEYLESS FEEDBACK and ON for HORN FEEDBACK, your horn will chirp when locking and unlocking your vehicle. D If you choose ON for KEYLESS, LIGHTS and HORN FEEDBACK, your exterior lamps will flash and your horn will chirp twice when unlocking your vehicle and once when locking your vehicle - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 145
back- LIGHTS/TIMEOUT feature can be changed to desired setting by using the ENG/MET to toggle from 5 to 30 seconds. Each toggle will increase the time by 5 seconds. Once the desired timeout is displayed, press RESET to record your choice and move on to the next personal choice feature. Memory Seat - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 146
, and then choose MEMORY when the RECALL POSITION choice appears. choice appears, and then choose EXIT when the RECALL POSITION choice appears. The seat will move when you enter the vehicle after unlocking it with a remote keyless entry transmitter. This will allow for easy entry. D Exit Position - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 147
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3-9 3-11 3-12 3-12 3-12 3-13 3-15 3-18 Comfort Controls Air Conditioning Heating Defogging and Defrosting Rear Window Defogger Ventilation System Passenger Control (If Equipped) Steering Wheel Controls for Climate Control (If Equipped) Audio Systems Setting the Clock AM-FM Stereo AM-FM Stereo with - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 149
ozone-friendly air conditioning refrigerant. With these systems, you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation in your vehicle. Your vehicle also has a flow-through ventilation system described later in this section. Fan Lever The FAN control is used to select the speed of the blower fan and - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 150
is to prevent fogging. HTR: This button directs air out of the heater outlets. Most of the air will come from the floor outlets while some air will flow through the windshield and side window outlets. The air conditioning compressor is not working when HTR is selected. BLEND: When BLEND is selected - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 151
system is started, there is a problem with the system and you should see your dealer for service. If your vehicle is equipped with the Dual Automatic Comfortemp Climate Control system, the following information tells you how it works. Sun and temperature sensors automatically adjust the air - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 152
you want to see your current automatic fan speed, airflow direction and comfort setting, press the AUTO button. In cold weather, the system will delay turning on the fan, to avoid blowing cold air. The length of the delay depends on the engine coolant temperature and the outside temperature. Pushing - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 153
the air conditioning compressor working. Selecting VENT and the AUTO button at the same time allows the system to control automatically without the use of the RECIRC mode. To turn off the VENT selection, push the VENT button again. If you select VENT while in FRONT defrost, the VENT light will - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 154
conditioning mode, the system works like MAX and recirculates the air. On sunny days, when the air is moderately warm or cool, use BI-LEV to deliver warm air to the floor and cooler air to the middle instrument panel outlets. On days like these, the sun may adequately warm your upper body, but your - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 155
will be delayed to avoid blowing cold air. Pushing the FAN, AIR FLOW or FRONT buttons will override this delay, turn off the AUTO mode and change the fan speed. With each system, outside air will be brought in and sent through the floor outlets. The heater works best if you keep your windows closed - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 156
button to start warming your rear and side windows. NOTICE: Do not try to rear defogger grid. The repairs wouldn't be covered by your warranty. Ventilation System At speeds above 35 system or manual operation on the Dual Automatic Comfortemp system) to direct outside air through your vehicle. Air - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 157
the rear seating area. temperature sensor may cause the system to blow air that is too cool. Once the vehicle is moving again, the system will try to maintain the set temperature inside your vehicle. flashes (Dual Automatic Comfortemp system only) for some time, the system may need repair. See your - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 158
system, the front seat passenger can control the air temperature in their seating area. The control is located on the passenger's door armrest. red indicator light will come on. To decrease temperature, press the button with the blue dot. Each time you press the button a blue indicator light will - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 159
feature, you can control the temperature function by using the button located on your steering wheel. Press the TEMP up arrow to increase temperature and the TEMP down arrow to decrease the temperature. Audio Systems Your audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 160
go on to the next station. Press one of the SEEK arrows again to stop scanning. The sound will mute while scanning. Playing the Radio VOLUME: This knob turns the system on and off and controls the volume. To increase volume and turn the radio on, turn the knob clockwise. Turn it counterclockwise - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 161
one with the ignition on and the radio off, you can change the volume level of the vehicle's warning chimes. See "Vehicle Chime Level" lightly so it extends. Turn the knob to increase or decrease treble. If a station is weak or noisy, you may want to decrease the treble. Push these knobs back - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 162
go on to the next station. Press one of the SEEK arrows again to stop scanning. The sound will mute while scanning. Playing the Radio VOLUME: This knob turns the system on and off and controls the volume. To increase volume and turn the radio on, turn the knob clockwise. Turn it counterclockwise - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 163
one with the ignition on and the radio off, you can change the volume level of the vehicle's warning chimes. See "Vehicle Chime Level" lightly so it extends. Turn the knob to increase or decrease treble. If a station is weak or noisy, you may want to decrease the treble. Push these knobs back - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 164
the player can't turn the tape hubs. Remove the tape. Hold the tape with the working properly. AA (3): Press this button to reverse the tape rapidly. Press it again to return to playing speed. The radio will play while the tape reverses. "" (4): Press this button to advance quickly to another part - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 165
to change the side of the tape Licensing Corporation. EJECT: Press this button to remove the tape. The radio will play. CLN: If this message appears press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator. The radio will display --- to show the indicator was reset. D AM-FM Stereo - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 166
yellowblue Playing the Radio VOLUME: Press this knob to turn the system on and off. To increase volume, turn the knob for each pushbutton. If you press and hold pushbutton one with the ignition on and the radio off, you can change the volume level of the vehicle's warning chimes. See "Vehicle Chime - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 167
preset station has weak reception, the radio will not stop at the preset station. AUTO SET: Press this button and the system will seek and set the 12 knobs, control will return to them and MANUAL will appear. Adjusting the Speakers BAL: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob to - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 168
reverses. "" (4): Press this button to advance quickly to another part of the tape. Press the button again to return to playing speed. The radio will play while the tape advances. D E10: The tape is tight and the player can't turn the tape hubs. Remove the tape. Hold the tape with the open end - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 169
radio when a tape is in the player. SOURCE: Press this button to change to the tape function when the radio active. EJECT: Press this button to remove the tape. The radio will play. CLN: If this message five seconds to reset the CLN indicator. The radio will display --- to show the indicator was - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 170
yellowblue Playing the Radio VOLUME: Press this knob to turn the system on and off. To increase volume, turn . If you press and hold pushbutton one with the ignition on and the radio off, you can change the volume level of the vehicle's warning chimes. See "Vehicle Chime Level" in the Index. P SCAN: - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 171
on until this function is complete. To return to the stations you manually set, press AUTO SET again. Setting the Tone BASS: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob to increase or decrease bass. TREB: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob to increase or decrease treble - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 172
problem. PREV (1): Press this button to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played. If you hold the button or press it more than once, the player will continue moving back button to remove the disc. The radio will play. If you turn off the ignition or radio with a - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 173
with Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped) Playing the Radio VOLUME: Press this knob to turn the system on and off. To increase volume, turn the knob station and stay there. The sound will mute while seeking. SCAN: Press one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds and SCAN will appear on the display. Use - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 174
system will seek and set the 12 strongest FM or the 6 strongest AM stations on your preset buttons. AUTO SET will flash while seeking and will remain on until this function is complete. To return to the stations you manually set, press AUTO SET again. Setting the Tone BASS: Press this knob lightly - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 175
middle position balances the sound between the speakers. Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you're not using them. Playing a Cassette Tape The longer side with the tape visible should face to the right. If the ignition and the radio are on, the tape can be inserted and will begin - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 176
go to disc play; CD PLAY will appear on the display. EJECT: The system has two EJECT buttons. Press the button near the CD slot to remove a disc. Press the button near the tape slot to remove a tape and the radio will play. CLN: If this message appears on the display, the cassette tape - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 177
side up. The player will pull it in. The disc should begin playing. If you want to insert a CD while the ignition or the radio continue moving back through much moisture in the air. (Wait about an radio displays an error number, write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 178
this button to remove the disc. The radio will play. If you turn off the ignition or radio with a disc system, the disc will start playing where it stopped, if it was the last selected audio source. Also, as a protection feature, if a CD is ejected and left in the player, it will be pulled back - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 179
one of the trays. Load the trays from top to bottom, placing a disc on the tray label side up. If you load a disc with the label side down, the disc will not play and an error will occur. Gently push the tray back play up to 12 discs continuously. Normal size discs may be played using the trays - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 180
by the radio buttons except appear on the radio display. If or changer, the following conditions may have caused the error upside down. D E30: The air is very humid. If so, one of the trays. If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected, please contact your dealer. If your radio - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 181
played. If you press it more than once, the player will continue moving back through the disc. The sound will mute while seeking. NEXT (2): Press correct passage. SIDE (5): Press this button to select the next disc in the magazine. Each time you press SIDE, the disc number on the radio display will - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 182
. Theft-Deterrent Feature (If Equipped) THEFTLOCKR is designed to discourage theft of your radio. It works by using a secret code to disable all radio functions whenever battery power is removed and the radio is placed in a different vehicle. This feature requires no user unput to be activated - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 183
first go to tape play. Press SRCE again to go to disc play. MUTE: If you have radio-only controls, you will have this control. Press MUTE to silence the system. Press it again to turn on the sound. VOL: Press the up or down arrow to increase or decrease volume. 3-36 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 184
Audio System Hearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectable until it is too late. Your hearing can adapt to higher volumes of sound. Sound that seems normal can be loud and harmful to your hearing. Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 185
50 hours of use. Your radio may display CLN to indicate that available through your dealership (GM Part No. 12344789). When using a cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head. This type seconds to reset the CLN indicator. The radio will display --- to show the indicator - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 186
radio station, it could mean that a defogger grid line has been damaged. If this is true, the grid line must be repaired. If you choose to add an aftermarket lubricants internal to the CD mechanism. Diversity Antenna System Your AM-FM antennas are located in the front windshield and rear window. Be - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 187
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yellowblue Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you'll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We've also included many other useful tips on driving. 4-2 4-3 4-6 4-6 4-11 4-13 4-13 4-14 4-16 4-18 Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 189
The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. (See "Safety Belts" in the Index.) 4-2 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 190
It's the number one contributor to the highway obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and of alcohol consumed D The drinker's body weight D The amount of food In recent years, over 17,000 annual motor vehicle-related deaths have been associated with - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 191
this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks. The law 0.04 percent. The BAC will be over 0.10 percent after three to six drinks (in one hour). Of course, as we've seen, it depends on how much alcohol is in - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 192
body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold shows that alcohol in a person's system can make crash injuries worse, especially don't drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking. Ride home in a cab; or if you're - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 193
They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another. Age, physical condition, alertness, coordination and eyesight all play a part. So do - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 194
hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this test is going on, and you may even notice that your brake pedal moves or pulses a little. This is normal. If there's a problem with the anti-lock brake system, this warning light will stay on. See "Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light" in the Index - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 195
most of available tire and road conditions. 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. If one of the wheels is about - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 196
that limits wheel spin. This is especially useful in slippery road conditions. The system operates only if it senses that one or both of the front wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction. When this happens, the system works the front brakes and reduces engine power to limit wheel spin - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 197
system off, press the TRACTION OFF button located at the end of the shift lever on the right side of the steering wheel. The traction control system warning light will come on and stay on. If the system system back on at any time by pressing the button again. The traction control system warning light - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 198
accelerate. Both control systems -- steering and acceleration -- have to do their work where the tires meet the road. Adding the sudden acceleration to accelerate until you are out of the curve, and then accelerate gently get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface, - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 199
selection is controlled. This will maximize the available drive wheel torque and minimize the transaxle response time and shift activity. During this section.) It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision. Then steer around the problem, to the left or right depending - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 200
the sides and to crossroads for situations that might affect your passing patterns. If you have any doubt whatsoever about making a successful pass, wait for a better time. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the accelerator and - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 201
one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you're following a larger vehicle. Also, you won't have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops. Keep back a reasonable distance. start to accelerate back than one systems (brakes, steering and acceleration - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 202
accelerator pedal. If you have the traction control system, remember: It helps avoid only the acceleration skid. If you do not have traction control, or if the system is off, then an acceleration your driving to these conditions. It is important to system (ABS) helps avoid only the braking skid. 4-15 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 203
may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. headlamps can light up only so much road ahead. D Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Your is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired -- by alcohol or drugs, - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 204
twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20-year-old. What you do in the daytime can also affect your night vision. For example, if you spend the day in bright sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses. Your eyes will have less trouble adjusting to night - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 205
Wet Roads 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- good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled with washer fluid. Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 206
one side. You could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally. Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride problems, too - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 207
Water Driving Through Flowing Water NOTICE: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through your engine's air intake and badly damage your engine. Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle. If you can't avoid - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 208
where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip. D Try to that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light. One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You' - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 209
yellowblue Freeway Driving The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving. Too-fast or too-slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow. Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane. At - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 210
-- don't plan to make too many miles that first part of the journey. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in. D Lamps: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean? D Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough for long-distance driving - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 211
, with a comfortably cool interior. D Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road ahead and to the sides. Check your rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently. D If you get sleepy, pull off the road into a rest, service or parking area and take a nap, get some exercise, or both. For safety, treat - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 212
in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle. These parts can work hard on mountain roads. D Know . something in your lane, like a stalled car or an accident. special problems. Examples are long grades, passing or no-passing zones, a falling rocks - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 213
some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction. Be sure you properly secure - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 214
Wet ice." Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may conditions. See "Traction Control System" in the Index. If you don't have the traction control system, accelerate gently. Try not to break the fragile traction. If you accelerate - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 215
yellowblue Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle's stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have the anti-lock braking system, you'll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement. See "Anti-Lock" in the Index. If You're Caught in a Blizzard D - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 216
sure snow doesn't collect there. Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that's away from the wind. This will help keep CO 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 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 217
the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. But do it as little as possible. Preserve the fuel as long as found on the rear edge of the driver's door tells you the proper size, speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for the tires on your vehicle. - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 218
GVWR, or either the maximum front or rear GAWR. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, and it can change the way your vehicle cargo. Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle, or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for either the front or rear axle. And, if you do have a heavy load, you should - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 219
yellowblue NOTICE: Your warranty does not cover parts or components that fail because of overloading. If you like suitcases, inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats. D Don't leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle. D When you carry something inside the - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 220
brakes may not work well -- or even at all. You and your passengers could be seriously injured. You may also damage your vehicle; the resulting repairs would not be and it has to be used properly. That's the reason for this part. In it are many time-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 221
write us at: Buick Customer Relations Center P.O. Box 5039 Troy, MI 48007-5039 In Canada, write to: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer 800 km) that you (1 600 km) your new vehicle is driven. Your engine, axle or other parts could be damaged. tow a trailer, don't drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 222
, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle. And if you tow a trailer, you must add the tongue limit for cold tires. You'll find these numbers on the Certification label at the rear edge of the driver's door Tire-Loading Information label located at the rear - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 223
water can, too. D Will you have to make any holes in the body of your Trailer Wiring Harness All of the electrical circuits required for your trailer lighting system can be accessed at the driver's side rear lamp connector. This connector is located under the carpet on the rear corner of the trunk - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 224
chains, electrical connector, lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. If the trailer has electric brakes to be sure the brakes are working. This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time. return to your lane. Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand. Then, to move - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 225
important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working. Your vehicle has bulb warning lights. When you plug a trailer lighting system into your vehicle's lighting system, its bulb warning lights may not let you know if one of your lamps goes out. So, when you have a trailer - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 226
engine oil, drive belt, cooling system and brake system. Each of these is covered in this manual, and the Index will help you find them quickly. If you're trailering, it's a good idea to review this information before you start your trip. Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 227
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Road Here you'll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. 5-2 5-2 5-3 5-8 5-9 Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating 5-12 5-19 5-20 5-29 5-30 Cooling System If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire Compact Spare Tire - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 229
lamps flash on and off. It is located on top of the steering column. Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. If you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up at the side of the road - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 230
hydrometer. Do not charge, test or jump start the battery if the hydrometer looks clear or light yellow. Replace the battery when there is a clear or light yellow hydrometer and a cranking complaint. Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it won't work, and it could damage your vehicle - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 231
on both vehicles. Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter. Turn off all lamps that aren't needed as well as radios. This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries. In addition, it could save your radio! 4. Open the hoods and locate the battery on the other vehicle and - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 232
doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough water. You don't need to add water to the ACDelcoR battery installed in every new GM vehicle. But if a battery has filler caps, be sure the right amount of fluid is there. If it - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 233
to positive (+) and negative (-) will go to a heavy, unpainted metal engine part or a body metal surface. Don't connect positive (+) to negative (-) or you'll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts, too. Also, don't connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 234
Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery. If it won't start after a few tries, it probably needs service. 11. Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting. Take care that they don't touch each other or any other metal. Replace the red positive (+) remote terminal cover to - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 235
secure the vehicle on each side with separate safety chains when towing it. D Use only the correct hooks. Removal Procedure A. Remote Positive (+) Terminal B. Good Battery C. Windshield Washer Bottle Stud (not shown in picture -- located on the passenger's side corner of the engine compartment - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 236
alternates firing groups of cylinders helps prevent engine damage. In this mode, you will notice a significant loss in power and engine performance. The low coolant light may come on and the temperature gage will indicate an overheat condition repair. The engine oil will be severely degraded. Repair - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 237
yellowblue If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION: Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down. Wait until - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 238
air conditioner is on, turn it off. If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious warning doesn't come back on, you can the hood but to get service help right away. D D - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 239
you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, don't do anything else until it cools down. When the engine is cold, the coolant level should be at or above the FULL COLD mark (if the engine is hot, the coolant - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 240
other than DEX-COOL is added to the system, premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion electric engine cooling fans are running. If the engine is overheating, both fans should be running. If they aren't, your vehicle needs service. CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 241
you haven't found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn't at the FULL COLD mark, add a 50 cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture. CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 242
coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at the FULL COLD mark, start your vehicle. If the overheat warning continues, there's one more thing you can try. You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator, but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it. CAUTION: Steam and - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 243
Coolant to the Radiator 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push down as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap. 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. Turn the pressure cap slowly - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 244
yellowblue 4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL COLD mark. 5. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure cap off. 3. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX-COOLR coolant mixture, up to the - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 245
yellowblue 8. Then replace the pressure cap. At any time during this procedure if coolant Watch out for the engine cooling fans. 7. By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper DEX-COOLR coolant mixture through the filler - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 246
, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it's much more pulls the vehicle toward that side. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering a skid. In any rear blowout, remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. Get the vehicle under control by - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 247
roll over you or other people. You and they could be badly injured. Find a level place to change your tire. To help prevent the vehicle from moving: 1. Set the rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed. That would be the tire on the other side of the vehicle, at the opposite end. - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 248
Tire and Tools 4. Unscrew the wing nuts to remove the container that holds the wrench and jack. 5. Remove the wheel wrench, jack and the the carpeting from the floor of the trunk. 2. Lift and remove the cover. 3. Remove the spare tire. See "Compact Spare Tire" later in this section for more information - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 249
plastic wheel nut caps. Use the wheel nut wrench to remove the wheel nut caps and to loosen the wheel nuts. 3. When reinstalling the decorative nut caps, tighten the caps snugly with the wheel wrench, then continue one-quarter rotation to secure plastic caps. NOTE: When replacing the wheel cover - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 250
Tire 3. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the jack head until it fits under the vehicle. 1. Use the wheel wrench to loosen the wheel nuts, but don't remove them yet. 2. The jack has a bolt at the end. Attach the wheel wrench to the bolt to create a jack handle. 5-23 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 251
could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. 4. Put the jack into a notch in the frame which is located near each wheel well. The front notch is eight inches (20 cm) back from the front wheel well. The rear notch is three inches (8 cm - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 252
enough so there's enough room for the spare tire to fit. 7. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire. 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 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 253
. CAUTION: Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 9. Place the compact spare tire on the wheel-mounting surface. 10. Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. 5-26 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 254
off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts. Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 100 lb-ft (140 N·m). NOTICE: Improperly tightened wheel - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 255
. Store all these in the proper place. The compact spare is for temporary use only. Replace the compact spare tire with a full-size tire as soon as you can. See "Compact Spare Tire" later in the Index. See the storing instructions label to replace your compact spare into your trunk properly. 5-28 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 256
was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the size tire repaired or replaced where you want. You must calibrate the Check Tire Pressure System after installing or removing the compact spare. See "Check Tire Pressure System" in the Index. Of course, it's best to replace your spare with a full-size - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 257
car wash with guide rails. The compact spare can get caught on the rails. That can damage the tire and wheel, and maybe other parts of your vehicle. , and you or others could be injured. And, the transaxle or other parts of the vehicle can overheat. That could cause an engine compartment fire or - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 258
, you should turn the system off. (See "Traction Control System" in the Index.) Then shift back and forth between REVERSE (R) and a forward gear, spinning the wheels as little as possible. Release the accelerator pedal while you shift, and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transaxle is - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 259
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Vehicle Care of Safety Belts Cleaning Glass Surfaces Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle Cleaning Tires Sheet Metal Damage Finish Damage GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Service Parts Identification Label Electrical System Replacement Bulbs Capacities and - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 261
'll get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. We hope you'll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you'll want to use the proper service manual. It tells you - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 262
: You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it. D Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task. D Be sure to use the proper - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 263
plug life may be reduced and your emission control system performance may be affected. The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on. If this occurs, return to your authorized Buick dealer for service. To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States are now required - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 264
in the previous text on fuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel wouldn't be covered by your warranty. To check on fuel availability, ask an auto club, or contact a major oil company away from gasoline. The cap is behind a hinged door located on the driver's side of your vehicle. 6-5 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 265
possible. See "Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle" in the Index. While refueling, hang the tethered cap from the hook on the fuel door. To remove the cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). The cap has a spring in it; if you let go of the cap too soon, it - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 266
When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. See "Malfunction - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 267
away from any underhood electric fan. Hood Release To open the hood, first pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle. It is located next to the parking brake pedal near the floor. CAUTION: Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 268
yellowblue Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release. The hood latch is located under the hood, near the center, and at the front edge of the grille. Lift up on the latch as you lift up on the - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 269
you open the hood on the 3800 (L36) engine, here's what you'll see : A. Engine Coolant Recovery Tank B. Remote Positive Terminal C. Fuse Block D. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir E. Radiator Pressure Cap F. Engine Oil Dipstick G. Engine Oil Fill Cap H. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick I. Brake - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 270
Index. You should check your engine oil level regularly; this is an added reminder. The engine oil dipstick is located right behind the engine fans and in towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip down, and check the level. Checking Engine Oil It's a good - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 271
line, then you'll need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This part explains what kind of oil to use. For sure to fill it enough to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range. Push the dipstick all the way back in when you're through. If you change - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 272
vehicle. However, you can use SAE 5W-30 if it's going to be colder than 60_F (16_C) before your next oil change. When it's very cold, you should use SAE 5W-30. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils, such as - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 273
filter every 7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 12 months -- whichever occurs first. Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions causes engine oil to break down slower. If any one since your last oil change. Under severe conditions, the system may come on before 3,000 miles (5 000 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 274
oil. If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil, ask your dealer, a service station or a local recycling center for help. The air cleaner and filter are located on the driver's side of the engine compartment. To check or replace the engine air cleaner/filter: 1. Lift the latches on - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 275
detaching the hose from the throttle body, pull back the entire rear portion of the air cleaner by pulling upward and rearward. 2. Remove the air intake hose that is snapped over the throttle body by pulling the hose upward and away from the throttle body which is located near the top of the engine - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 276
it off, and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner/filter off. 5. Replace the air filter. 6. Reinstall the rear section of the air cleaner. 7. Reconnect the electrical connector. 8. Reattach the air intake hose by snapping it back onto the throttle body. 9. Refasten the latches to - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 277
needs to be replaced early. The particle filter is under a removeable panel located at the base of the windshield on the passenger's side. Once you remove your filter, if you choose not to replace it, it will not damage your vehicle. However, the air will no longer be filtered. Automatic Transaxle - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 278
at the dealership service department. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transaxle fluid. Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid level - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 279
steps: 3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. The fluid level must be in the cross-hatched area. 4. If the fluid level is in the acceptable range, push the dipstick back in all the way. 1. The transaxle fluid dipstick top is a round, red loop and is located next to the - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 280
one pint (0.5 L). Don't overfill. 3. After adding fluid, recheck the fluid level as described under "How to Check." 4. When the correct fluid level is obtained, push the dipstick back in all the way. Engine Coolant The cooling system . Let the warning lights and gages work as they should. 6-21 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 281
clean, drinkable water and one-half DEX-COOLR coolant which won't damage aluminum parts. If you use this coolant mixture, you don't need to add anything else. CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid like alcohol, can boil before - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 282
, radiator, heater core and other parts. If you have to add coolant more than four times a year, have your dealer check your cooling system. Checking Coolant The vehicle must be on a level surface. When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at FULL COLD or a little higher. When your - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 283
: You can be burned if you spill 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 engine. CAUTION on the radiator filler neck. When you replace your radiator pressure cap, a GM cap is recommended. 6-24 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 284
system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired. The power steering fluid reservoir is located toward the back of the engine on the passenger's side. Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer's instructions - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 285
When using concentrated washer fluid, D follow the manufacturer's instructions for adding water. Don't mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. Also, water doesn't clean as well as washer - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 286
linings. You should add (or remove) brake fluid, as necessary, only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system. CAUTION: If you have too much brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system. When your brake fluid falls to a low level, your brake warning light will come on. A - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 287
removing it. This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir. NOTICE: D Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they'll have to be replaced. Don system, your brakes may not work well, or they may not even work at all. - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 288
, inspect brake pads for wear and evenly torque wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM specifications. Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets. See "Brake System Inspection" in Section 7 of this manual under Part C "Periodic Maintenance Inspections." CAUTION: The brake wear - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 289
other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts. The battery is located under the rear seat cushion. To access the battery, see "Removing the Rear Seat Cushion" in the Index. You don't need to access the battery to jump start your vehicle. See "Jump Starting" in the Index. CAUTION - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 290
or more, remove the black, negative (-) cable from the battery. This will help keep your battery from running down. CAUTION: Batteries have acid that hurt if you aren't careful. See "Jump Starting" in the Index for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt. Contact your dealer to learn - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 291
not listed in this section, contact your dealer's service department. For the bulb types to be used in the following procedures, see "Replacement Bulbs" in the Index. Headlamps This procedure is for both the driver's and passenger's side headlamps. Halogen Bulbs CAUTION: Halogen bulbs have - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 292
bulb retainer counterclockwise to remove the bulb assembly. 5. Pull the bulb straight out from the retainer. 6. Push the new bulb straight into the retainer. 7. Reverse these steps to replace the bulb assembly. Your vehicle has a visual optical headlamp aiming system equipped with horizontal aim - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 293
of fuel and one person or 160 lbs. (75 kg) on the driver's seat. work stopped while headlamp aiming is being done. NOTICE: To make sure your headlamps are aimed properly, read all the instructions before beginning. Failure to follow these instructions could cause damage to headlamp parts. D Tires - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 294
yellowblue Headlamp Horizontal Aiming Turn the horizontal aiming screw (A) until the indicator (B) is lined up with zero. If you believe your headlamps need horizontal (left/right) adjustment, follow the horizontal aiming procedure. If you believe your headlamps need only vertical (up/down) - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 295
yellowblue Headlamp Vertical Aiming 1. Find the aim dot on the lens of the lamps. 3. At the wall or other flat surface, measure from the floor to the recorded distance and draw a horizontal line the width of the vehicle. 2. Measure the distance from the ground to the aim dot on each lamp; if left - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 296
yellowblue 4. Turn on the low beam headlamps and cover the lamp not being evaluated. The ambient light should allow the beam cut off to be seen on the wall. 5. Turn the vertical aiming screw (C) until the headlamp beam is aimed to the - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 297
bulb assembly counterclockwise. Pull the bulb straight out. Replace the bulb and turn the bulb assembly back into place. 1. Loosen and remove the seven fasteners that hold the assembly in place. The assembly for both sides is one piece. The entire piece must be removed to replace any bulbs. 6-38 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 298
yellowblue 2. Pull out the assembly. 3. Push in the tab and turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it. 4. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out. 5. Replace the bulb and reverse the steps to install the new bulb socket. 6-39 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 299
located just inside of the trunk counterclockwise and remove. 2. Remove Remove the old bulb by pulling it straight out. 9. Replace with a new bulb by pushing the bulb straight into the socket until the bulb clicks into place. 10. Turn the bulb socket one-quarter turn into the assembly to lock it back - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 300
for wear or cracking. See "Wiper Blade Check" in Section 7 of this manual under Part B "Owner Checks and Services" for more information. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. To replace the wiper blade assembly: 1. Lift the windshield wiper arm away from the - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 301
warranty and where to obtain service, see your Buick Warranty booklet for details. if your tires have been damaged, replace them. CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperly friction. You could have an air-out and a serious accident. checked when your tires are cold. CAUTION: (Continued) D - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 302
If your tires have too much air (overinflation), you can get the following: D Unusual wear D Bad handling D Rough ride D Needless damage from road hazards. of one tire. The system won't alert you before you drive that a tire is low or flat. You must begin driving before the system will work properly - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 303
. Any time you adjust a tire's pressure or have one or more tires repaired or replaced, you'll need to reset (calibrate) the check tire pressure system. You'll also need to reset the system whenever you rotate the tires, buy new tires, install or remove the compact spare, and whenever the vehicle - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 304
Wheel Replacement" later Services nuts are properly tightened. See "Wheel Nut Torque" in the Index. CAUTION: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 305
, traction, ride and other things during normal service on your vehicle. If your tires have an all-season tread design, the TPC number will be followed by an "MS" (for mud and snow). If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number, make sure they are the same size, load - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 306
sizes or types (radial and bias-belted tires), the vehicle may not handle properly, and you could have a crash. Using tires of different sizes tires. The Uniform Tire Quality Grading system does not apply to deep tread, on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 307
conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one not include acceleration, cornering, level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 308
same load-carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces. If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts and - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 309
fail suddenly and cause an accident. If you have to replace a wheel, use a new GM original equipment wheel. NOTICE SAE Class "S" type chains that are the proper size for your tires. Install them on the front Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer's instructions. If you can hear the chains - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 310
or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous follow the manufacturer's warnings and instructions. And always open your doors use any of these unless this manual says you can. In many uses loose dirt. Wipe vinyl, leather, plastic and painted surfaces and Soil Remover for cleaning fabric - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 311
entire area immediately or it will set. Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit removed as follows: 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain. 2. First, clean with cool water and allow to dry completely. 3. If a stain remains, follow instructions - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 312
it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions. D Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You may have to do it more polish on leather. immediately. If dirt is allowed to work into the finish, it can harm the leather. CAUTION: Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 313
glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke of the rear window, an electric defogger element may be damaged. them as necessary; replace blades that look worn every six months. During very cold, damp weather more frequent non-scratching glass cleaning powder), GM Part No. 1050011. The windshield is - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 314
use strong soaps or chemical detergents. Be sure to rinse the vehicle well, removing all soap residue completely. You can get GM-approved cleaning products from your lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under "Washing - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 315
use non-abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter. Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather and sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced to restore - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 316
paint job causes this, Buick will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12 are not removed, accelerated corrosion (rust) can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan and exhaust system even though - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 317
tops Removes dirt, grime, smoke and fingerprints Protects leather, wood, acrylics, Plexiglas , plastic, rubber and vinyl Cleans carpets, seats, 16 oz. (0.473 L) Surface Cleaner See your General Motors Parts Department for these products. See "Recommended Fluids and Lubricants" in the Index. - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 318
on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver's side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration. your VIN, the model - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 319
circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 320
fuse puller at the side indentations and pull the fuse out. The MaxiFuses are located in two Bussed Electrical Centers (BEC), one located near the engine compartment on the passenger's side and the other under the rear seat on the driver's side. If a MaxiFuse should blow, have your vehicle serviced - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 321
Control Direct Ignition System Injector Bank #2 Not Used Not Used Powertrain Control Module Ignition Oxygen Sensor Injector Bank #1 Auxiliary Power Cigarette Lighter Fog Lamps/Daytime Running Lamps Horn Air Conditioner Clutch Mini fuse 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Usage Not Used Accessory Windshield Wipers Not - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 322
Daytime Running Lamps Horn Air Conditioner Clutch HVAC Solenoid Usage Accessory Air Pump Starter 1 Cooling Fan 2 Ignition 1 Cooling Fan Series/Parallel Cooling Fan 1 Maxibreaker 41 MaxiFuses 42 43 44 45 46 47 Spare Fuses 48 49 50 51 52 53 Usage Starter Usage AIR ABS Air Pump B Air Pump A Cooling Fan - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 323
NOTICE: The battery and main fuse boxes are located under the rear seat cushion. The battery's ground terminal and some relay wires are exposed. To help avoid damage to the battery and wires, be careful when removing or reinstalling the seat cushion. Do not remove covers from covered parts. Do not - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 324
Rear Underseat Bussed Electrical Center (BEC) The rear BEC is located beneath the rear seat on the driver's side. The rear seat cushion must be removed to access the BEC. See "Removing the Rear Seat Cushion" in the Index. CAUTION: A safety belt that isn't properly routed through the seat cushion or - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 325
Seat Not Used Rear Door Module Stoplamp NSBU Audio Retained Accessory Power (RAP) Not Used Not Used Passenger Door Module Body Interior Lamps Not Used Ignition Switch Not Used Minifuses 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Usage Fuel Pump HVAC Blower Memory ALDL Rear Fog Lamps CD Driver's Door Module Air Bag System - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 326
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Turn Signal/Hazard HVAC Battery Dimmer Usage Fuel Pump Parking Lamp Ignition 1 Rear Fog Lamp Not Used Park Reverse Retained Accessory Power (RAP) Fuel Tank Door Lock Mini Relays 58 59 Usage Cigar Rear Defogger Circuit Breakers 56 57 Usage Power Seats Power Windows Micro - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 327
71 72 73 74 75 Usage Not Used Rear Defog Not Used Audio Amplifier Electronic Level Control (ELC) Cigar Not Used Usage Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Fuse Puller Replacement Bulbs Front Outside Lamps Cornering Lamps ...Halogen Headlamps Low Beam ...High Beam - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 328
Tank ...17.5 gallons (66.2 L) Air Conditioning Refrigerant ...See refrigerant charge label under the hood. NOTE: All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the appropriate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid level after filling. Wheel Nut Torque 100 1b-ft (140 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 329
Filter ...AC Type PF-47 Fuel Filter ...AC Type GF-627 Transaxle Filter ...GM Part No. 8651909 Spark Plugs ...AC Type 41-921 Gap: 0.060 inch (1.52 mm) Windshield Wiper Blades (Shepherd's Hook Type) ...22.0 inches (56.0 cm) Engine Accessory Belt The engine uses an engine accessory belt. This diagram - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 330
to retain its safety, dependability and emission control performance. 7-2 7-3 7-4 7-4 7-4 7-7 Introduction How This Section is Organized Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule Selecting the Right Schedule Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-20 7-27 7-31 7-32 7-34 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 331
working condition, but also helps the environment. All recommended maintenance procedures are important. Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe. Improper fluid levels in this manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition. Any damage - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 332
department or another qualified service center should perform. "Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants" lists some recommended products necessary to help keep your vehicle properly maintained. These products, or their equivalents, should be used whether you do the work yourself or have it done - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 333
'll know that GM-trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts. The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D. Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these. All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 334
Air Cleaner Filter Replacement. Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Transaxle Service (severe conditions only). Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory Drive Belt the vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi or other commercial application. One of the reasons you should - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 335
Replacement. Automatic Transaxle Service (normal conditions). Every 150,000 Miles (240 000 km): Cooling System Service Air Cleaner Filter Replacement. Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Transaxle Service (severe conditions only). Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory Drive Belt - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 336
after 150,000 miles (240 000 km). See "Owner Checks and Services" and "Periodic Maintenance Inspections" following. * If your vehicle has System Inspection" under "Periodic Maintenance Inspections" in Part C of this schedule. Footnotes [ The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 337
3,000 Miles (5 000 km) j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 338
every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) j Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote [.) DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 18,000 Miles (30 000 km - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 339
City Scheduled Maintenance 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) j If Equipped: Replace passenger compartment air filter. j Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection and Rotation" in the Index for - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 340
City Scheduled Maintenance 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) j If Equipped: Replace passenger compartment air filter. j Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection and Rotation" in the Index for - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 341
Service. (See footnote *.) j Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote [.) DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 342
Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance - When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter at 100,000 miles (166 000 km). 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) j Change engine oil and - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 343
whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) j If Equipped: Replace passenger compartment air filter. j Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service. j Replace engine air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. j Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 344
km) j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) j Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote [.) DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 345
BY: 84,000 Miles (140 000 km) j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) j If Equipped: Replace passenger compartment air filter. j Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection and Rotation" in the Index for proper rotation - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 346
yellowblue Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) j Replace engine air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. j Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection and Rotation" in the - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 347
plug wires. An Emission Control Service. j Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. j Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 348
000 km) j Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). See "Engine Coolant" in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 349
after 150,000 miles (240 000 km). See "Owner Checks and Services" and "Periodic Maintenance Inspections" following. * If your vehicle has the GM Oil Life Systemt, the system will show you when to change the engine oil and filter -- usually between 3,000 miles (5 000 km) and 7,500 miles (12 500 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 350
BY: 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) j Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) j If Equipped: Replace passenger compartment air filter. j Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection and Rotation" in the Index for proper rotation - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 351
for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) j Replace engine air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) j Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 352
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) j Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F (32_C) or higher. - In hilly - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 353
pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) j Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service. j Replace engine air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) j Change engine - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 354
(or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) j If Equipped: Replace passenger compartment air filter. j Replace engine air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. j Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection and Rotation" in the Index for proper rotation - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 355
plug wires. An Emission Control Service. j Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. j Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 356
your vehicle. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in Part D. Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 357
light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 358
Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION: When accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts. 3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The starter should work only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the starter works in any other position, your vehicle needs service - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 359
(P) Mechanism Check the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move. Underbody Flushing Service At least every spring, use plain water to flush any corrosive - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 360
and air conditioning condenser. To help ensure proper operation, a pressure test of the cooling system and pressure cap is recommended at least once a year. Throttle System Inspection Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding, and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 361
DEX-COOLR or HavolineR DEX-COOLR Coolant. See "Engine Coolant" in the Index. USAGE Hydraulic Brake System Windshield Washer Solvent Parking Brake Cable Guides FLUID/LUBRICANT Delco Supreme 11R Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 12377967 or equivalent DOT-3 Brake Fluid). GM OptikleenR Washer Solvent (GM - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 362
meeting requirements of NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC-LB. Fuel Door, Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Glove Box Door, SuperlubeR (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent). Console Door and Rear Compartment Lid Hinges Weatherstrip Conditioning Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579 or equivalent). 7-33 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 363
yellowblue Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. Any additional information from "Owner Checks and Services" or "Periodic Maintenance" can be added - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 364
yellowblue Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-35 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 365
yellowblue Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-36 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 366
yellowblue Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-37 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 367
yellowblue Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-38 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 368
yellowblue Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-39 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 369
yellowblue Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-40 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 370
you will find out how to contact Buick if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects Defects to the Canadian Government Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors Ordering Service and Owner Publications in Canada 8- 8-1 - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 371
, the following steps should be taken: STEP ONE -- Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management. Normally, concerns can be quickly resolved at that level. If the matter has already been reviewed with the sales, service or parts manager, contact the owner of the dealership or - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 372
further help, contact the Buick Customer Relations Center by calling One and Two, you must file with the GM/BBB Auto Line Program to enforce any additional rights you may have. Canadian owners refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for information on the Canadian Motor - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 373
Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs other factors. General Motors reserves the right Buick, the letter should be addressed to Buick's Customer Relations Center. United States Buick - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 374
service is not available in the Caribbean, call Puerto Rico 1-787-763-1315. GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program, available to qualified applicants, can reimburse you up to $1,000 toward aftermarket 800-263-3830. All Overseas Locations GMODC - Customer Communication Centre - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 375
or towing for disabled vehicles. Although Roadside Assistance is not a repair facility, it is a means of assisting customers in an emergency situation. providing easy access to service professionals trained to work with Buick owners, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including weekends and holidays - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 376
, you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for same day repair. Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, if you are unable to wait Buick helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 377
repairs during the Complete Vehicle Coverage period of the General Motors of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty, alternative warranty coverage period, but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. A all program options, such as shuttle service, may not be available at every dealer - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 378
of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer or General Motors. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in the Washington, D.C. area) or - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 379
1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Ordering Service and Owner Publications in Canada Service manuals, owner's manuals and other service literature are available for purchase for all current and past model General Motors vehicles. The toll-free telephone number for ordering information - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 380
card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.) CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 2000 BUICK SERVICE MANUALS Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $90.00 TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE - 2000 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 381
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