2002 Buick LeSabre Owner's Manual
2002 Buick LeSabre Manual
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2002 Buick LeSabre Owner's Manual Litho in U.S.A. Part Number 25728657 A First Edition ECopyright General Motors Corporation 06/08/01 All Rights Reserved i - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 3
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 changes after - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 4
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 symbol means "Don't," "Don't do this" or "Don't let this happen." Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. We use - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 5
" D "Instrument Panel" D "Comfort Controls" D "Audio Systems" Also see "Warning Lights and Gages" in the Index. NOTICE: These mean there 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. - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 6
These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle: v - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 7
Position Air Bag Systems Center Front Passenger Position 1-31 1-34 1-36 1-40 1-54 1-57 1-57 1-57 Rear Seat Passengers Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Children Restraint Systems for Children Older Children Safety Belt Extender Checking Your Restraint Systems Replacing - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 8
move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place. The knob that controls this feature is located on the outboard side support. If you have the independent front cushion moved down as far as it will go, you may feel the lumbar support higher in your back. Readjust the location - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 9
the rear part of the horizontal control up or down. whole horizontal control up or down. D Raise or lower the rear of the seat cushion by holding D Raise or lower the entire seat cushion by holding the To reshape the lower seatback, press the lumbar control forward to increase support and rearward - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 10
If you have the independent front cushion moved down as far as it will go, you may feel the lumbar support higher in your back. Readjust the location of the cushion until you are comfortable. You may also want to adjust the seatback for maximum comfort. To save your seat and mirror positions - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 11
position has not been stored for the current identified driver, the seat will move all the way back. To stop recall movement of the seat at any time, press the driver's power seat control located on the outboard side of the front seat. Mirrors and lumbar positions will not be stored or - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 12
. The heated seat buttons are located on the driver's and front the seatback and cushion until the seat nears body temperature. The high setting heats the seat to manual recliner, lift the lever on the outboard side of the seat and move the seatback to the desired position. Release the lever to lock - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 13
its job either. In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at your pelvic bones. This could 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 - 2002 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: Don't let anyone ride where he or she can't wear a safety belt properly. If you are in a crash - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 15
of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly. Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up. See "Safety Belt Reminder Light" in the Index. In most states and Canadian provinces - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 16
Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Put someone on it. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it's just a seat on wheels. 1-10 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 17
Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn't stop. The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ... 1-11 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 18
or the instrument panel ... or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That's why safety belts make such good sense. 1-12 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 19
in most of them in the future. But they are supplemental systems only; so they 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 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 20
your vehicle has. We'll start with the driver position. Driver Position This part describes the driver's restraint system. Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here's how to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight. To see how - 2002 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 - 2002 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 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 23
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 your belt into the buckle nearest you. A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place. 1-17 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 24
wrong 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 - 2002 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. 1-19 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 26
, 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, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 27
as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly. Air Bag Systems This part explains the frontal and side impact air bag systems. Your vehicle has four air bags -- a frontal air bag for the driver, another frontal air bag for the right front passenger, a side impact - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 28
ejected from it. Air bags are designed to work with safety belts but don't replace them. Frontal air bags for the driver and belts help keep you in position for air bag inflation before and during a crash. Always wear your safety belt, even with frontal air bags. The driver should sit as far back - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 29
how, see the part of this manual called "Children." There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. 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 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 30
How the Air Bag Systems Work Where are the air bags? The driver's frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. The right front passenger's frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger's side. The driver's side impact air bag is in the side of the driver's seatback closest - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 31
air bag is in the side of the passenger's seatback closest to the door. The driver's and right front passenger's frontal air bags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. But they are designed to inflate only if the impact speed is above the system's designed - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 32
vehicle is in a crash. For both frontal and side impact air bags, the sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator, which inflates the air bag. The inflator, air bag and related hardware are all part of the air bag modules inside the steering wheel, instrument panel and the side of the - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 33
for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so. If you have breathing problems but can't get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates, then get fresh air by opening a window or a door. 1-27 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 34
an air bag inflates, you'll need some new parts for your air bag system. If you don't get them, the air bag system won't be there to help protect you in another crash. A new system will include air bag modules and possibly other parts. The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 35
Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag systems in several places around your vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag systems. To purchase a service manual, see - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 36
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 a lap-shoulder belt. If the belt isn't long enough, see "Safety Belt Extender" at the end of this section - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 37
let it get twisted. Lap-Shoulder Belt All 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 - 2002 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 - 2002 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 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 40
rear seat. To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for smaller adults, the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulder belts. Here's how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt: 1. Remove the guide from its storage pocket on the side - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 41
the guide under and past the belt. The elastic cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 42
and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety belt crosses the shoulder. To remove and store the comfort guides, squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides. Slide the guide - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 43
-lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240-lb. (110 kg) force on a person's arms. A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint. CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn't weigh much -- until a crash. During a crash a baby will become - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 44
safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them. Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system motor vehicle. If it is, the restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. The restraint manufacturer's instructions - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 45
strongest part of an infant's body, the back and shoulders. Infants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints. CAUTION: The body structure up around the child's abdomen. In a crash, the belt would apply force on a body area that's unprotected by any bony structure. This alone could - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 46
for Children An infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface. Make sure that the infant's head rests toward the center of the vehicle. A rear-facing - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 47
restraint for the child's body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields. A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle's safety belt system. Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner, and some high - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 48
which rests low against the child's body. A shelf- or armrest-type shield has straps that are attached motor vehicle safety standards. Then follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both. These restraints use the belt system - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 49
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 the child - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 50
require the top strap always to be anchored. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint. If yours requires that the top strap be anchored, don't points. Be sure to use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 51
as the child restraint manufacturer's instructions say. Your vehicle has top strap anchors already installed for the rear seating positions. positions. To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system, each seating position with the LATCH system will have a label sewn - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 52
that has attaching points (B) at its base and a top tether anchor (C), or a rear-facing child restraint that has attaching points (B), as shown here. With this system, use the LATCH system instead of the vehicle's safety belts to secure a child restraint. 1-46 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 53
is properly installed using the anchorage points, or use the vehicle's safety belts to secure the vehicle's safety belts. Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1. Find the instructions. 5. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. To remove - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 54
killed by the right front passenger air bag if it inflates. Never secure a back as it will go. It's better to secure the child restraint in the rear seat. 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 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 55
Tilt 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. 3. 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. 1-49 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 56
down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 5. 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 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 57
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 as it will go before securing a forward-facing child restraint. See "Seats" in the Index. Your vehicle has - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 58
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. 5. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 1-52 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 59
down on the child 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 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 60
Q: A: What is the proper way to wear safety belts? If possible, an older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips, just touching the top - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 61
window, move the child toward the center of the vehicle. If the child is sitting in the center rear seat passenger position, move the child toward the safety belt buckle. In either case, be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child's shoulder, so that in a crash the child's upper body would - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 62
: 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. That could cause - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 63
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. Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 64
shifting and braking. 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 2-6 2-10 2-16 2-17 2-18 2-20 2-22 2-22 2-24 2-25 2-26 2-29 2-30 2-33 2-33 2-34 Windows Keys Door Locks Remote Keyless - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 65
Windows CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather. 2-2 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 66
it and the window will lower automatically. To stop the window from lowering, pull the AUTO control again. To partially open the window, pull the AUTO control back slightly. To raise the window, push and hold the AUTO control forward. Window Lock Press the LOCK button on the driver's door armrest to - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 67
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 the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don't leave the keys in a vehicle with children. 2-4 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 68
in all of the lock cylinders (driver's door, trunk, ignition, and glove box). Your vehicle has the PASS-KeyR III vehicle theft system. Both the master and VALET key have a transponder in the key head that matches a decoder in the vehicle's steering column. If a replacement key or any additional - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 69
doors aren't locked. So, wear safety belts properly and lock the doors lock the door. Turning the door key toward the rear of the vehicle will unlock it. To unlock the door from the inside, move the manual door lock located above the door handle rearward. To lock the door, move the manual door lock - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 70
the door is closed again, it will not lock automatically. If you need to lock the doors before shifting out of PARK (P), use the manual door lock control or power door lock switch. Personal Choice Programming You can program the automatic door locks feature to change to the following modes: Mode - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 71
switch or remote keyless entry lock button is pressed with the key removed from the ignition, and the driver's door open, a chime will sound three times to signal that the delayed locking system is active. When all doors have been closed, the doors will lock automatically after five seconds. If any - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 72
prevent passengers from opening the rear doors of your vehicle from the inside. Using One of These Locks 1. Open the rear door you want to lock. 2. Move the lever located on the inside door edge, all the way up to the ENGAGED position. 3. Close the door. 4. Do the same thing to the other - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 73
with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Lockout Protection The power door locks will - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 74
unlock and the exterior lights will flash twice. D Check the distance. You may be too far from your D Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may D Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary. See the instructions that follow. a qualified technician for service. vehicle. You may - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 75
vehicle. When all doors have been closed, the doors will lock automatically after five seconds. D Perimeter Lighting: When the button with the unlock symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed, the DRL, parking lamps and back-up lamps will turn on. For more detailed information and - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 76
for each transmitter: Mode 1: No feedback when locking or unlocking vehicle. Mode 2: Parking lamps, back-up lamps and the DRL exterior lamps will locking the vehicle. Feedback will be provided according to the mode that has been selected. The exterior lamps will not flash if the manual parking - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 77
lock button on the transmitter to be verified and confirm the appropriate feedback. Repeat with the unlock button. Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer. When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle, any - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 78
. 2. Once the transmitter is separated, use a pencil eraser to remove the old battery. Do not use a metal object. 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. Check the - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 79
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 into your vehicle. See "Comfort Controls" in the Index - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 80
-dark trunk release handle located near the trunk latch. This handle will glow following exposure to light. Pull the release handle remove your key from the ignition and take it with you. Always do this. Your steering wheel will be locked, and so will your ignition and transaxle. And remember to lock - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 81
the system, do the following: 1. Open the door. 2. Lock the door with the power door lock switch or with the remote keyless entry transmitter. The SECURITY light should come on and stay on. 3. Close all doors. The SECURITY light should go off after about 30 seconds. The alarm is not armed until - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 82
the system by locking the doors with the power door lock switch while the door is open, or with the remote keyless entry transmitter. 3. Get out of the car, close the door and wait for the SECURITY light to go out. 4. Then reach in through the window, unlock the door with the manual door lock and - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 83
you insert or remove the key from the ignition. Your PASS-Key III system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 84
engine will not start, see your dealer for service. 3. After the engine has started, turn the key to OFF, and remove the key. 4. Insert the key to be programmed and turn it to RUN within 10 seconds of removing the previous key. 5. The SECURITY telltale light will turn off once the key has been - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 85
linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake linings. D Don't tow a to five different positions. (A) ACCESSORY: This position lets you use your electrical power accessories such as power windows, power sunroof (option), - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 86
accessories and to display some instrument panel warning lights LOCK. If you leave it in any other position, you will drain your battery power. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) After you turn the ignition off and remove the key, you will still have power to such accessories as the power windows, audio - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 87
cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor. Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your . When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm. 2-24 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 88
grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. If the cord won't reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps. 4. Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts. If you don't, it - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 89
always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P). See "Shifting Into PARK (P)" in the Index. If you're pulling a trailer, see "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 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 90
Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in RUN. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 91
want to use your brakes off and on. D Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push the You'll shift down to the next gear and have more power. THIRD (3): This position is also used for normal driving, however, it offers more power and lower fuel economy than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE ( ). NOTICE: Don - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 92
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 PARK (P) to hold your vehicle in position on a hill. If the ignition is in RUN or OFF, the brake system warning light will turn on - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 93
with the parking brake on, the brake light stays on and a chime sounds until you release the parking brake. Shifting Into PARK (P) CAUTION: NOTICE: Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace them, and you could also damage other parts of your - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 94
down with your right foot and set the parking brake. 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 LOCK. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 95
the parking pawl in the transaxle. 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 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 96
automatic transaxle shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brake before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in RUN. See "Automatic : Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don't park over papers, leaves, dry grass or - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 97
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 exhaust is coming into your vehicle: D Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO; and D Have your vehicle fixed immediately. Running Your - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 98
is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don't you're on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P). Follow the proper that allows you to tilt the steering wheel is located on the left side of the steering column. - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 99
Change Signals To signal a turn, move the lever on the left side of the steering wheel all the way up or down. The lever returns automatically when the turn is complete. An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change. The lever - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 100
If a bulb is burned out, 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 lever toward you and release it. When the high beams are on, this light located on the instrument panel cluster will also be on. 2-37 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 101
shorter the delay. Heavy snow or ice can overload your wiper motor. A circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools. Clear away snow or ice to prevent an turn the band to MIST. Hold it there until the wipers start, then let go. The wipers will stop after one cycle. If you want more cycles, hold - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 102
the rearview mirror and is used to automatically operate the wipers. This system operates by monitoring the amount of moisture build-up on the windshield. Wipes occur as needed to clear the windshield depending on the driving conditions and the sensitivity setting. In light rain or snow, fewer wipes - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 103
push the paddle. The wipers will clear the window and either stop or return to your preset speed up can block washer nozzles. Remove ice for proper operation. See "Windshield The switches to operate cruise control are located on the steering wheel. With cruise brakes, the cruise control shuts off. 2-40 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 104
you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don't is located on the bottom left of the steering wheel.) An indicator light will traction control system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. See "Traction Control System" in the Index. When road conditions - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 105
to your desired preset speed. You'll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there. If you press and hold the RESUME/ACCEL switch, the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the switch or apply the brake. So unless you want to go faster, don't press and hold the RESUME - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 106
maintain your speed. When going downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down. Applying the brake or shifting into a Lamps The exterior lamp control buttons are located to the left of the steering column. D Step lightly on the brake pedal; or D press ON/OFF. - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 107
reduced brightness in daylight when the following conditions are met: Lamps On Reminder If you leave the exterior lamp buttons for the headlamps or parking lamps on, remove the key from the ignition and open the driver's door, you will hear a continuous warning chime. The chime will turn off when - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 108
will go off, and your high-beam 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 Twilight Sentinel lever all the way toward OFF. The exterior lamps will turn back on automatically - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 109
has been opened. This protects draining the battery in case you have accidentally left the headlamps or parking lamps on. If you need to leave the lamps on for more than 10 minutes, use the manual control to turn the lamps back on after the ignition is turned to LOCK and any door is opened - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 110
feature is located to the left of the steering column. Courtesy Lamps If it is dark enough outside, when any door is opened, several lamps go on. door locks. The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted by sliding the INTERIOR lever from LO to HI. The instrument panel lights will - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 111
is disabled and the horn will chirp one time. 5. Release the door lock switch. The perimeter lighting feature is now off. Delayed Exit Lighting If it is dark enough outside when you remove the key from the ignition, the interior lamps will turn on and stay on for approximately 25 seconds. This - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 112
5. Release the door lock switch. The perimeter lighting feature is now on. This procedure only changes the mode for the transmitter used to change this setting. The procedure will need to be repeated for the second transmitter. Front Reading Lamps The front reading lamps, located on the headliner - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 113
, press AUTO (or the on/off button for mirrors equipped with OnStar controls). To turn off automatic dimming, press OFF (or the on/off button for mirrors equipped with OnStar controls). The indicator light will be illuminated when this feature is active. Mirrors Day/Night Manual Rearview Mirror - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 114
the mirror housing. Mirror Operation To turn on the automatic dimming feature, press the MIRROR button located at the bottom of the mirror (or press OnStar controls) again. The green indicator light will be illuminated when this feature is active. The automatic dimming feature will be active each - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 115
false readings. To adjust for compass variance, do the following: 1. Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map. 2. Press and hold COMPASS (or If C appears in the compass window, the compass may need calibration. See "Compass Calibration" explained previously. 2-52 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 116
are located on the driver's door armrest. Parallel gear transitions (REVERSE (R) to AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE ( ) to REVERSE instructions. B Press the left or right side of the L/R selector switch located beneath located on the control pad to move the mirror in the direction you want it to go. - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 117
so you can see more from the driver's seat. Automatic Dimming/Heated Outside Rearview Mirror (If Equipped) If you in this section. When you operate the rear window defogger, a defogger also warms the heated driver Glove Box Use the door key to lock and unlock the glove box. To open, lift the latch - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 118
to store a variety of items. The back of the console may contain either additional cupholders or air vents for the rear seat passengers. You will also find two auxiliary power outlets located inside the rear storage area. These outlets can be used for accessories requiring power, such as a cellular - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 119
in and let it go. When it is ready, the center will pop back out by itself. dealer. Dual Sun Visors Each sun visor has two parts, so that both the windshield and door glass can the first visor down and turn it toward the window. Then, flip the second visor down toward the windshield ashtray.) 2-56 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 120
: D Maximum load of any electrical equipment should not exceed 15 amps. D Be sure to turn off any electrical equipment when not in use. Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods can drain the battery. Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible to the auxiliary power outlets and - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 121
emergency service button. Upon receiving the call, an advisor at the center will locate your you with these services. If you are not quickly connected, the system will automatically reset and automatic redial. Telltale Light: This light will indicate the status of the system. A solid green light - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 122
plan that allows use of some or all of the following services. Automatic Notification of Air Bag Deployment: If an air bag deploys, a priority emergency signal is automatically sent to the center. An advisor will locate your vehicle's position, try to contact you and assist you in the situation - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 123
and/or flash the lamps. Route Support: An advisor can provide directions or guidance to most places you want to go. In addition, they can help you locate gas stations, rest areas, ATMs, hospitals, hotels, stores, eateries and more. Ride Assist: An advisor can locate transportation in the event that - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 124
located on the headliner between the sun visors. Press and hold the switch rearward to the first position to open the glass panel and sunshade. The sunshade can also be opened manually will operate manually. To close must be closed manually. Once the opened and closed manually for vent operation - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 125
If Equipped) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause the device. Changes and modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. 2-62 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 126
garage door you are programming. It is recommended that a new battery be installed in your hand-held transmitter for quicker and more accurate transmission of until the indicator light on HomeLink begins to flash rapidly (this may take up to 90 seconds). If you have trouble programming HomeLink, make - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 127
motor head unit. The exact location and color will vary by garage door opener brand. If you have difficulty finding the "Learn" or "Smart" button, refer to your garage door opener owner's manual door. If after following these instructions, you still have problems training the garage door opener, - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 128
Canadian Owners: During programming, the hand-held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting after two seconds. In this case, you to hold the buttons until the HomeLink indicator light turns off and then release both buttons. Accessories Accessories for HomeLink are available. If you would - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 129
The Instrument Panel -- Your Information System 2-66 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 130
Wheel Controls (If Equipped) E. Hazard Warning Flashers F. Instrument Panel Cluster G. Traction Control Button (If Equipped) H. Exterior Lamp Buttons 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 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 131
a glance how your vehicle is running. You'll know how fast you're going, how much fuel you're using, and many other things you'll need to equipped with one of these instrument panel clusters, which includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages. Standard Cluster - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 132
Cluster with Tachometer (United States version shown, Canada similar) 2-69 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 133
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 resistant odometer. You may 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 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 134
locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something 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 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 135
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 modules, the - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 136
needs service. You should take your vehicle to the dealer as soon as possible. To save the battery until you get there, turn off all accessories and set the climate control system to OFF. Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle's hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 137
to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the floor. It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service. See "Towing Your Vehicle" in the Index. Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti-lock brake system, the light(s) will come on when your engine is - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 138
a brake system problem that is specifically If the warning light doesn't come on then, have it fixed so 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 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 139
life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment. The SERVICE ENGINE SOON light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required. Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent. This may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 140
on your vehicle. Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required. D Light On Steady -- An emission control system NOTICE: Modifications made to the engine, transaxle, exhaust, intake or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 141
atmosphere. A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off. Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water? If so, your electrical system may be wet. The condition will usually be corrected when the electrical system dries out. A few driving trips should turn the - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 142
the inspection for lack of OBD system readiness, see your dealer or qualified service center to prepare the vehicle for inspection. Oil Pressure Light If your vehicle has the standard instrument panel cluster, this light will come on if there is a problem with your vehicle's engine oil pressure - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 143
on and stays on, and a chime sounds, it means oil isn't going through the engine properly. The oil could be low, or there might be some other oil problem. See your dealer for service. Service Vehicle Soon Light This light will come on and stay on if your vehicle has certain non-emission related - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 144
, the low fuel warning light will come on and a chime will sound. You still have a little fuel left, but you need to get more fuel right away. Here are some things 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 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 145
may be equipped with a Driver Information Center (DIC). The DIC will display information about how your vehicle is functioning, as well as warning messages if a system problem is detected. This feature also allows two different drivers to store and recall their own personal choice settings. See "DIC - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 146
with your driving conditions, such as acceleration, braking and the going through the engine properly. See your dealer for service. Press the GAGE INFO button until COOLANT TEMP appears in the display. If there are no problems manual explains what to do. See "Engine Overheating" in the Index. 2-83 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 147
high or low message, you need to have your battery and charging system checked. Press the GAGE INFO button until OIL LIFE INDEX is displayed when the check tire pressure system believes your vehicle's tire pressures are normal. If a potential tire pressure problem is detected, the display will show - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 148
. Pressing any of the DIC control buttons will remove the messages or warnings from the DIC display. SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM - 54 : If you ever see the SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM message, it means there may be a problem with your stability enhancement system. If you see this message, try to reset - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 149
go. The system is designed to help you in bad weather or other difficult driving situations by making the most of whatever road conditions will permit. If the STABILITY SYSTEM the MEMORY buttons located on the Automatic Door Locks Window Lockout Security Feedback Delayed Locking Perimeter Lighting - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 150
and hold the ENG/MET button for five seconds. WELCOME TO BUICK OPTION FEATURE will appear in the display. 4. The first choice to AUTO DOOR LOCKS, your door locks will operate normally with no automatic feature. If you choose ON for AUTO DOOR LOCKS, ON for UNLOCK and KEY OFF, your doors will lock - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 151
every time you stop and shift into PARK (P). If you choose ON for AUTO DOOR LOCKS, and OFF for UNLOCK, your doors will lock every time you shift out of PARK (P), and there will be no automatic door unlock when shifting back into PARK (P). If you choose ON for UNLOCK and DRIVER for DOOR TO - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 152
second unlock button press, and the exterior lamps will flash and the horn will chirp once when locking your vehicle. D If you choose ON for KEYLESS, LIGHTS and D KEYLESS FEEDBACK -- OFF/ON D LIGHTS FEEDBACK -- OFF/ON D HORN FEEDBACK -- OFF/ON If you choose ON for KEYLESS FEEDBACK you will also - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 153
, the DRL (high-beams at reduced intensity), parking lamps and back-up lamps will turn on if it is dark enough according to the Twilight Sentinel. You can control activation of this feature by choosing OFF or ON when the PERIMETER LIGHTS choice is displayed on the DIC. Make your choice by - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 154
EXIT: Choose ON when the SEAT RECALL 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. For more information on this feature, see " - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 155
or metric units and appears as a reflection in the windshield. The HUD consists of the following information: The HUD shows these images when they are lighted on the instrument panel cluster. D D D D Speedometer Reading Turn Signal Indicators High-Beam Headlamp Indicator Check Gages Message 2-92 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 156
instrument panel cluster, you may not see something important, such as a warning light. NOTICE: Although the HUD image appears to be near the front of the distance and hit an obstacle or another vehicle. The HUD controls are located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. 1. - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 157
the ENG/MET button located to the left of the steering column. Clean the inside of the windshield as necessary to remove any dirt or film that 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 that is designed - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 158
(If Equipped) Personal Choice Comfort Controls (If Equipped) Air Conditioning Heating Defogging and Defrosting Rear Window Defogger Ventilation System Steering Wheel Controls for Climate Control (If Equipped) Audio Systems Setting the Clock AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player (If Equipped) 3-19 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 159
of the air coming through your outlets. Mode Controls The buttons on your system allow you to choose settings to deliver air through the is selected, the system will automatically turn off RECIRC to prevent fogging. If you select RECIRC while in FRONT defrost, the RECIRC light will flash three times - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 160
chosen temperature. When the system is off, the blower fan is also off. MAX (Maximum Air Conditioning): This setting directs airflow through the instrument panel outlets. The amount of outside air entering your vehicle is limited with this setting. The air conditioning compressor is on in this - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 161
Dual Automatic ComforTempt Climate Control (If Equipped) If you manual mode. Use the up and down arrows on the AIR FLOW button to cycle through the available modes. D WINDSHIELD-FLOOR: This setting directs most of the airflow to the front windshield defroster with some airflow to the side window - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 162
to flow through your vehicle when the vehicle is moving even when the system is off. VENT (Flow-Through Ventilation): The VENT button allows outside air to flow through your vehicle without the air conditioning compressor working. To turn off the VENT selection, push the VENT button again. If you - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 163
. Fan speed and use of air conditioning and recirculation will vary as needed. If your vehicle is equipped with the Dual Automatic ComforTempt system, the front seat passenger can control the air temperature in his or her seating area. The control is located on the passenger's door armrest. 3-6 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 164
. This light will go off when the display returns to the outside temperature. The length of the delay depends on the engine coolant temperature and the outside temperature. Pushing the FAN, AIR FLOW or FRONT buttons will override this delay, turn off the AUTO setting and return the system to manual - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 165
passenger. See "Dual Automatic ComforTempR Climate Control" the direction of the airflow. 3. Locate the memory buttons on the driver's windows closed for the air conditioner to work its best. If you have the electronic touch system, for quick cool-down on very hot days, use maximum air conditioning - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 166
. Pushing the FAN, AIR FLOW or FRONT buttons will override this delay, turn off the automatic mode and return the system to manual operation. With each system, outside air will be brought in and sent through the floor ducts. The heater works best if you keep your windows closed while using it. 3-9 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 167
toward the floor, not the windshield. If you have the Dual Automatic ComforTemp system, the AUTO setting will do this for you. Manual operation of the automatic ComforTemp system in the floor mode will also supply air through the floor ducts. Rear Window Defogger The lines you see on the rear - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 168
rear window. Adjust the direction of airflow by moving the louvered vents. Ventilation System For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed, use VENT (on the electronic touch system or manual operation on the Dual Automatic ComforTemp system) to direct outside air through - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 169
will work better, reducing the chance of fogging your windows. of objects. This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle. 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 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 170
that went into it. Your vehicle has a feature called Retained Accessory Power (RAP). With RAP, you can play your audio system even after the ignition is turned off. See "Retained Accessory Power (RAP)" in the Index. AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player (If Equipped) Setting the Clock Press and - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 171
knob clockwise to tune to the next station. Turn it counterclockwise to tune to the previous station. SEEK : Press the right or left arrow to go to the next or previous station and stay there. The sound will mute while seeking. The radio will seek to stations with a strong signal only - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 172
may want to decrease the treble. To adjust bass, midrange or treble to the middle position, select BASS, MID or TREBLE. Then push and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep. BASS and a zero, MID and a zero or TREBLE and a zero will appear on the display. To - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 173
sound is balanced between the right and left speakers. Stop turning the AUDIO knob when you find the speaker balance you want or when the maximum squarely. Press the eject button to remove the tape and start over. While the tape is playing, use the volume, SEEK and AUDIO controls just as you do for - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 174
cassette tape player. Your tape bias is set automatically. If an error appears on the display, Forward): Press this pushbutton to advance quickly to another part of the tape. Press this pushbutton again to return SEEK : Press the left or right arrow to go to the previous or next selection on the tape - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 175
tight and the player can't turn the tape hubs. Remove the tape. Hold the tape with the open end new tape. D D D D Turn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSORY. Turn the radio off. Insert the adapter into the cassette slot problem. This override routine will remain active until the eject button is pressed. - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 176
AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player with Automatic Tone Control and Radio Data Systems (RDS) (If Equipped) DISP (Display counterclockwise to tune to the previous station. SEEK : Press the right or left arrow to go to the next or previous station and stay there. The sound will mute while seeking. - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 177
double beep. The radio will go to the first preset station stored on your pushbuttons, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next preset Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) AUDIO: Push and release AUDIO until BASS appears on the display. Then turn the AUDIO knob clockwise to increase bass. BASS - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 178
treble to the middle position, select BASS, MID or TREBLE. Then push and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep. BASS and a zero, MID sound is balanced between the right and left speakers. Stop turning the AUDIO knob when you find the speaker balance you want or when the maximum - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 179
EQ to select the desired preset equalization setting. Each time you press EQ, another setting will appear on the display. Using RDS Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System (RDS). With RDS, the radio can do the following: D Seek only to stations with the types of programs you want to - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 180
to the P-TYP button will light. The last selected PTY will appear on the display for five seconds. Turn the AUDIO knob to select the PTY you you turn the ignition off and then on again, the alternate frequency feature will automatically be turned on. Setting PTY Preset Stations The six numbered - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 181
of announcement warns of national on the display, parts of the message will appear every three seconds until the message is completed. To see the parts of the message point where it stopped. Radio Messages CAL (CALIBRATE): Your audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. If - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 182
. When you turn on the ignition or system, the disc will start playing where it stopped, if it was the last selected audio source. If an error appears on the display more than once, the player will continue moving back through the disc. Press the right arrow to go to the next track. If you hold the - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 183
Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Automatic Tone Control and Radio Data Systems (RDS) (If Equipped) D The disc is dirty, scratched, wet or upside down. D The air dealer when reporting the problem. Playing the Radio PWR (Power): Push this knob to turn the system on and off. VOL - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 184
knob clockwise to tune to the next station. Turn it counterclockwise to tune to the previous station. SEEK : Press the right or left arrow to go to the next or previous station and stay there. The sound will mute while seeking. The radio will seek to stations with a strong signal only - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 185
may want to decrease the treble. To adjust bass, midrange or treble to the middle position, select BASS, MID or TREBLE. Then push and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep. BASS and a zero, MID and a zero or TREBLE and a zero will appear on the display. To - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 186
EQ to select the desired preset equalization setting. Each time you press EQ, another setting will appear on the display. Using RDS Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System (RDS). With RDS, the radio can do the following: D Seek only to stations with the types of programs you want to - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 187
to the P-TYP button will light. The last selected PTY will appear on the display for five seconds. Turn the AUDIO knob to select the PTY you you turn the ignition off and then on again, the alternate frequency feature will automatically be turned on. Setting PTY Preset Stations The six numbered - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 188
of announcement warns of national on the display, parts of the message will appear every three seconds until the message is completed. To see the parts of the message point where it stopped. Radio Messages CAL (CALIBRATE): Your audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. If - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 189
remove the tape and start over. While the tape is playing, use the VOLUME and AUDIO . Your tape bias is set automatically. If an error appears on pushbutton to advance 2 quickly to another part of the tape. Press this pushbutton Press the left or right arrow to go to the previous or next selection on - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 190
provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem. CD Adapter Kits It is possible to use and the player can't turn the tape hubs. Remove the tape. Hold the tape with the open end tape. D D D D Turn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSORY. Turn the radio off. Insert the adapter into the cassette slot - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 191
. When you turn on the ignition or system, the disc will start playing where it stopped, if it was the last selected audio source. If an error appears on the more than once, the player will continue moving back through the disc. Press the right SEEK button to go to the next track. If you hold the - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 192
road is smoother. D The disc is dirty, scratched, wet or upside down. D The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and try again. If the CD is dealer when reporting the problem. With the optional compact disc changer, you can play up to 12 discs continuously. Normal size discs may be played - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 193
you load a disc with the label side down, the disc will not play and an error will occur. Gently push the tray back into the magazine slot until it locks into place. Repeat this procedure for loading up to 12 discs in the magazine. Once you have loaded the discs in the - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 194
of discs loaded. To eject the magazine from the player, slide the CD changer door all the way open (to the left). The magazine will automatically eject. Remember to keep the door closed whenever possible to keep dirt and dust from getting inside the changer. 1 (Reverse): Press and hold this - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 195
. Each time you press SIDE, the disc number on the radio display will go to that of the next available CD. DISP (Display): Press this button to on the display. SEEK : Press the left arrow while playing a CD to go back to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played. - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 196
or changer, the following conditions may have caused the error located on the driver's door panel and correspond to the numbers (1 or 2) found on the back of each remote keyless entry transmitter. To recall audio dirty, scratched, wet or D E30: The air is very humid. If so, wait about problem. 3-39 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 197
operate if stolen. The radio will display LOCKED and a red LED indicator light will come on above the key symbol to indicate a locked condition. If this occurs, the radio will have to be returned to the dealer. Theft-Deterrent Feature (If Equipped) Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped) If - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 198
pushbuttons, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next preset station. The calls, charging the phone's battery or simply having the phone and turn it off. Tips About Your Audio System Hearing damage from loud noise is almost if you ever get it. FM Stereo FM stereo will give you the best sound, - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 199
the operation of your vehicle's engine, Delphi Electronics radio or other systems, and even damage them. Your vehicle's systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added . The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your dealer (GM Part No. 12344789). 3-42 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 200
non-scrubbing action, wet-type cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head. This type of cleaning cassette will not eject Always make sure the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced. Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 201
System Your AM-FM antennas are located in the front windshield and rear window. Be sure that the inside surfaces of the front windshield and rear window of the front and rear windows need to be properly attached to the posts on the glass. Do not apply aftermarket glass tinting. The metallic film - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 202
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 4-9 4-11 4-13 4-13 4-15 4-16 Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking Traction Control System (If Equipped) Steering Off-Road Recovery Passing Loss - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 203
in both city and rural driving. You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly. Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task. Anything that very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. See "Safety Belts" in the Index. 4-2 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 204
needs to drive a vehicle: The obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive. But what if people 's body weight D The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking Police records show that almost half of all motor vehicle - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 205
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 in an increasing number of U.S. BAC level. There is a gender difference, too. Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men. 4-4 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 206
body don't know. Medical research shows that alcohol in a person's system can make crash injuries worse, especially injuries to the brain, spinal drive after drinking. Please don't drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking. Ride home in a cab; or if you're with a group, designate - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 207
; the condition of your brakes; the weight of the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied. Sometimes, as when you're driving on snow or ice, it's easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide. That means you can lose control of your vehicle. Also see "Traction - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 208
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 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 209
The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard. Let's say the road is wet and you're driving safely. Suddenly, an - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 210
the traction control system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. When road conditions allow you to safely use it again, you may reengage the cruise control. See "Cruise Control" in the Index. Braking in Emergencies With anti-lock, you can steer and brake at - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 211
you are driving, there's a problem with your traction control system. See "Traction Control System Warning Light" in the Index. When this warning light is on, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. The traction control system automatically comes on whenever you start - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 212
can lose control. Refer to "Traction Control" in the Index. What System Active Message" in the Index. Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed. Of course, the posted speeds are based on good weather and road conditions. Under less favorable conditions you'll want to go - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 213
vehicle can perform very well in emergencies like these. First apply your brakes. See "Braking in Emergencies" earlier in 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 on the space available. An - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 214
waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again. A simple maneuver? Not necessarily! Passing another vehicle on your steering wheel to go straight down the roadway. D Watch for traffic signs, pavement markings and lines. 4-13 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 215
won't have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops. Keep back a reasonable distance. start to accelerate but stay in the right lane and D If you're being passed, make it easy for the Even though the brake lamps are not flashing, it may be slowing down or starting to turn. - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 216
You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding. Learn to recognize warning clues -- such as enough water, ice or packed snow on the road to make a "mirrored surface" -- and slow down when you have any doubt. Remember: Any anti-lock brake system (ABS) helps avoid only the - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 217
see as well, you 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 D In remote areas, be impaired -- by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue. 4-16 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 218
differences increase. A 50-year-old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20-year-old. What you in bright sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses. Your eyes will have less trouble adjusting to night. But if you're driving, don't wear sunglasses at night - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 219
trouble. On a wet road, you can't stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire-to-road traction left, you'll get even less traction. It's always wise to go slower and be cautious if rain windshield washer tank filled with washer fluid. Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 220
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 on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you're going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 221
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 happens, you and other vehicle occupants could drown. Don't ignore police warning signs, and otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 222
the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for next part, "Freeway Driving." D Treat a green light as a warning signal. A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it. When a light turns - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 223
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 the entrance, - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 224
serviced and maintained, it's ready to go. If it needs service, have it done before starting out. Of course, you'll find experienced and able service experts in Buick that first part of the journey safe, trouble-free route? Should you delay your trip a short time to avoid a major storm system? 4-23 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 225
Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as "highway hypnosis"? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, mountains is different from driving in flat or rolling terrain. D If you get sleepy, pull off the road into a rest, service 4-24 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 226
fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle. These parts can work hard on mountain roads. D Know how to go down hills. The most D As you go over the top of a hill, be alert. There could be D You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems. Examples are - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 227
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 these items in your vehicle - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 228
to drive on. But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all. You can get wet ice when it's about road 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. - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 229
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 Allow greater following distance on any - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 230
collect there. Open a window just a little on engine, make it go a little faster than battery to restart the vehicle, and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps. Let the heater run for a while. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 231
Then, shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. But - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 232
a dolly. To tow your vehicle using a dolly, follow these steps: 1. Put the front wheels on the dolly. 2. Put the vehicle in PARK (P). 3. Set the parking brake and then remove the key. 4. Clamp the steering wheel in a straight-ahead position. 5. Release the parking - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 233
the driver's door tells you the proper size, speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for of all occupants, cargo and all nonfactory-installed options. The other label is the Certification your vehicle, or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for either the front or rear axle. And, if you do - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 234
maximum front or rear GAWR. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, and it can you can. NOTICE: Your warranty does not cover parts or components that fail because of overloading. If you go as fast as the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they'll keep going - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 235
when you pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work well -- or even at all. You and your passengers could be equipment, 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. Many - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 236
the first 1,000 miles (1 600 km) your new vehicle is driven. Your engine, axle or other parts could be damaged. D Then, during the first 500 miles (800 km) that you us at: Buick Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33136 Detroit, MI 48232-5136 In Canada, write to: General Motors of Canada Limited - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 237
vehicle, 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 -Loading Information label located at the rear edge of the driver's door or see "Loading Your Vehicle" in the Index. Then be sure you don't go over the GVW - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 238
trailer have its own brakes? Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you'll be able to install, adjust and maintain them properly. Because you have anti-lock brakes, do not try to tap into your vehicle's brake system. If you do, both brake systems won't work well, or - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 239
a trailer. This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns. Making Turns NOTICE: Making very sharp turns while to the right, move your hand to the right. Always back up slowly and, if possible, have someone guide you. Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 240
. 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 steep downgrade. If you don't shift down, you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well. On a - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 241
service more often when you're pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this. Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid (don't overfill), engine oil, drive belt, cooling system and brake system. Each of these is covered in this manual - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 242
Road Here you'll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. 5-2 5-2 5-3 5-9 5-10 Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating 5-12 5-20 5-20 5-30 5-31 Cooling System If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire Compact Spare Tire - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 243
Hazard Warning Flashers The hazard warning flasher button is located on top of the steering column. Your hazard warning flashers off, press the button again. Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 244
in your vehicle has a built-in 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 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 245
, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems. To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling, set the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involved in the jump start procedure. Put an automatic transaxle in PARK (P) or a manual transmission in NEUTRAL before setting the parking - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 246
by removing the cover. CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt 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 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 247
if the vehicle has one. Negative (-) will go to a heavy, unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative (-) terminal if the vehicle has one. Don't connect positive (+) to negative (-) or you'll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too. And don't connect the negative - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 248
connect the black negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote negative (-) terminal if the vehicle has one. Don't let of the negative (-) cable doesn't go to the dead battery. It goes to a heavy, unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative (-) terminal on - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 249
from the dead battery, but not near engine parts that move. The electrical connection is just as good there, and the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less. NOTICE: Damage to your vehicle may result from electrical shorting if jumper cables are removed incorrectly. To prevent - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 250
Towing Your Vehicle Jumper Cable Removal A. Dead Battery or Remote Positive (+) Terminal B. Good Battery or Remote Positive (+) and Remote Negative (-) Terminals C. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part or Remote Negative (-) Terminal Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 251
Engine Overheating You will find a warning light about a hot engine as well as an engine coolant temperature gage on your vehicle's instrument panel cluster. If your vehicle is equipped with the optional Driver Information Center (DIC), an ENGINE COOLANT LOW warning will appear on the display. - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 252
see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you: If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about 10 minutes. If the warning doesn't come back on, you can drive normally - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 253
Cooling System When you decide it's safe to lift the hood, here's what you'll see: CAUTION: An be parked on a level surface. See "Engine Compartment Overview" in the Index for more information on location. A. Coolant Recovery Tank B. Radiator Pressure Cap C. Electric Engine Cooling Fans 5-12 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 254
: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Don't touch them be running. If they aren't, your vehicle needs service. NOTICE: When adding coolant, it is important coolant other than DEX-COOL is added to the system, premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion may - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 255
you haven't found a problem yet, but the coolant parts. Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture. CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system before the proper coolant mixture will. Your vehicle's coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 256
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: (Continued) Never turn the cap when - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 257
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 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 258
4. After the engine cools, open the coolant air bleed valve. A. Clean the area around the engine oil fill tube and cap before removing. Twist the oil fill tube, with cap attached, counterclockwise and remove it. B. If you have the supercharged engine, remove the nut in the center of the cover shield - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 259
in the valve cover. Install oil fill tube and cap by twisting clockwise. D. If you have the supercharged engine, install the nut in the center of the proper coolant mixture. If you see a stream of coolant coming from an air bleed valve, close the valve. Otherwise, close the valve after the radiator - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 260
12. Then replace the presure cap. At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck, reinstall the pressure cap. Be sure - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 261
you'd use in a skid. In any rear blowout, remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go. It may be very bumpy and noisy, but you can still steer. Gently brake to a stop -- well off the road if possible. If - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 262
will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire. The equipment you'll need is located in the trunk. 1. Pull the carpeting from the floor of the trunk. 2. Lift and remove the cover. 3. Remove the compact spare tire. See "Compact Spare Tire" later in this section for more information about the - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 263
(B). If your vehicle has an aluminum wheel with a center cover that hides the wheel nuts, remove the center cover by using the flat end of the wheel wrench to pry it off. If your vehicle has a wheel cover, remove it by using the flat end of the wheel wrench. Pry along the edge - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 264
the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare 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 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 265
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 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 266
room for the spare tire to fit under the wheel well. 6. 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 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 267
toward the wheel. Make sure each wheel stud is centered in each wheel hole while tightening the nuts. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. 10. Lower the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise on the jack. Lower the - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 268
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 nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 269
Storing the Flat Tire and Tools CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. After you've put the compact spare tire on - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 270
and tools as shown in the diagram. A. Wrench B. Jack C. Jack Container D. Retainer E. Spare Tire Cover F. Retainer The compact spare tire 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 this section. 5-29 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 271
System" in the Index. Of course, it's best to replace your spare with a full-size tire as soon as you can. Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again. NOTICE: When the compact spare is installed, don't take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 272
control, 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 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 273
Container Checking Things Under the Hood Engine Oil Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter (If Equipped) Automatic Transaxle Fluid Engine Coolant Radiator Pressure Cap Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid Brakes Battery Bulb Replacement 66-43 6-44 6-53 6-54 6-56 6-56 6-57 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 274
To order the proper service manual, see "Service and Owner Publications" in the Index. Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to do your own service work, see "Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle" in the Index. You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 275
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 nuts a problem exists or that a higher-octane fuel is necessary. 6-3 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 276
provide improved driveability and emission control system performance compared to other gasolines. In Canada, look for the "Auto Makers' Choice" label on for diagnosis. If it is determined that the condition is caused by the type of fuel used, repairs may not be covered by your warranty. Canada - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 277
to clean air. General Motors recommends that you use these gasolines, particularly if they comply with the specifications described earlier. NOTICE: Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol. Don't use fuel containing methanol. It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 278
from the hook on the fuel door. To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). The fuel cap has a spring in it; if you let go of the cap too soon, it will spring back to the right. The fuel cap is located behind a hinged fuel door on the driver - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 279
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 indicator lamp to light and may damage your fuel tank and emissions system. See "Malfunction Indicator Lamp" in the Index. 6-7 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 280
, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. CAUTION: Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire. These include liquids like gasoline, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and other fluids, and plastic or rubber. You or others could be burned. Be careful - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 281
following: 1. Pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle. It is located next to the parking brake pedal near the floor. 2. 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 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 282
Fuse Block B. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir C. Remote Positive Terminal D. E. F. G. Engine Coolant Recovery Tank Radiator Pressure Cap Engine Oil Dipstick Engine Oil Fill Cap H. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick I. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir J. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 6-10 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 283
to check your engine oil level right away. For more information, see "DIC Warnings and Messages" in the Index. Checking Engine Oil It's a good idea to and the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick is located right behind the engine fans and in front of the engine oil filler cap - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 284
engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan. If you don't, the oil dipstick might not show the actual level. Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip down, and - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 285
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the starburst symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol. If you change your - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 286
idling (such as frequent driving in stop-and-go traffic). D You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of your vehicle. D The vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi or other commercial application. Driving under these conditions causes engine oil to break down sooner. If - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 287
next two times you stop for fuel. It is possible that, if you are driving under the best conditions, the oil life system may not indicate that an oil change is necessary for over a year. However, your engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 288
warnings about bodies of water. Instead, recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil. If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil, ask your dealer, a service station or a local recycling center for help. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter The engine air cleaner/filter is located - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 289
of the engine air cleaner/filter housing. 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. 4. After detaching the hose from the throttle body, pull back the entire rear - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 290
the engine with the air cleaner/filter off. 5. Check or replace the engine air cleaner/filter. 6. Reinstall the rear section of the engine air cleaner/filter housing. 7. Reconnect the electrical connector. 8. Reattach the air intake hose by snapping it back onto the throttle body. 9. Refasten the - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 291
the vehicle is routed through a filter. The filter removes certain particles from the air, including pollen and dust particles. Reductions in airflow, which may occur more often in dusty areas, indicate that the filter may need to be replaced early. The filter should be replaced as part of the - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 292
is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get a false reading on the - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 293
Prepare your vehicle as follows: Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: The transaxle fluid dipstick top is a round, red loop and is located next to the brake master cylinder behind the engine block. See "Engine Compartment Overview" in the Index for more information on - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 294
DEXRONR-III, because fluid with that label is made especially for your automatic transaxle. Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRONR-III is not covered to Check." 4. When the correct fluid level is obtained, push the dipstick back in all the way. How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 295
DEX-COOLR extended life coolant. The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low. If you have a problem with engine overheating, see "Engine Overheating" in the Index. keep the proper engine temperature. Let the warning lights and gages work as they should. 6-23 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 296
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 alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. Your vehicle's coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain water or the wrong - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 297
"Engine Compartment Overview" in the Index for more information on location. CAUTION: Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and 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 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 298
is located below the generator and behind the accessory drive belt in the rear of the engine compartment on the passenger's side of the vehicle. When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 299
dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. Then remove the cap again and look fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer's instructions before use. If you will be operating your Overview" in the Index for reservoir location. What to Use To determine what kind - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 300
concentrated washer fluid, D follow the manufacturer's instructions for adding water. Don't mix water with damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. Also, water doesn't clean as antifreeze) in your windshield washer. It can damage your washer system and paint. D D 6-28 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 301
brake hydraulic system. When your brake fluid falls to a low level, your brake warning light will come on. A chime will sound if you try to drive with this warning light on. See "Brake System Warning Light" in the Index. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 302
the reservoir. NOTICE: D Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts. For example, just a few drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they'll have to be replaced. Don't let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 303
always be replaced as complete axle sets. CAUTION: The brake wear warning sound means that soon your brakes won't work well. That could lead to an accident. When you hear the brake wear warning sound, have your vehicle serviced. See "Brake System Inspection" in Section 7 of this manual under Part - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 304
someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts. WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds belt systems. You may not be able to see this damage, and the safety belts might not provide the protection needed in a crash. If a replacement battery - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 305
Vehicle Storage If you're not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, remove the black, negative (-) cable from the battery. This will help keep your battery from running down. CAUTION: Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode. You can be badly hurt if you aren't - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 306
For the bulb types to be used in the following procedures, see "Replacement Bulbs" in the Index. Headlamps Halogen Bulbs CAUTION: Halogen bulbs have Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package. 1. Remove the two bolts retaining the headlamp assembly. 2. Slide the headlamp - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 307
counterclockwise to remove it from the bulb assembly. Pull the bulb straight out from the retainer. 5. Push the new bulb straight into the retainer. 6. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the headlamp assembly. Your vehicle has a visual optical headlamp aiming system equipped with horizontal - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 308
you take your vehicle to your dealer for service. However, it is possible for you to the headlamps are 25 ft. (7.6 m) from a light colored wall or other flat surface. level surface which is instructions before beginning. Failure to follow these instructions could cause damage to headlamp parts - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 309
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) adjustment, follow - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 310
low-beam headlamps and place a piece of cardboard or equivalent in front of the headlamp not being aimed. This should allow only the beam of light from the headlamp being aimed to be seen on the flat surface. 2. Measure the distance from the ground to the aim dot on each lamp - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 311
NOTICE: Do not cover a headlamp to improve beam cut-off when aiming. Covering a headlamp may cause excessive heat build-up which may cause damage to the headlamp. 5. Turn the vertical aiming screw (C) until the headlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal tape line. The top edge of the cut-off should - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 312
the old bulb by pulling it straight out of the retainer. 3. Install the new bulb and turn the bulb assembly back into place. Trunk-Mounted Back-Up and Taillamps 1. Loosen and remove the seven fasteners that hold the assembly in place. The assembly for both sides is one piece. The entire piece - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 313
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 assembly. 6-41 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 314
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 into place. 11. Reverse Steps 1 through 5 to reinstall the bulb assembly - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 315
reinstall the wiper blade assembly, slide it over the wiper arm to engage the "U" hooked end on the wiper blade assembly. Pull up on the assembly to lock it into place. For the proper windshield wiper blade replacement length and type, see "Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts" in the Index. 6-43 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 316
have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your Buick Warranty booklet for details. CAUTION: (Continued) D your tread is badly worn, or if your tires have been damaged, replace them. CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous. D Overloading - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 317
Continued) 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 When to even when they're underinflated. Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems. They help prevent leaks by keeping out - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 318
tire is installed, tire chains are being used, or the vehicle is being driven on a rough or frozen road. If the anti-lock brake system warning light comes on, the check tire pressure system may not be working properly. See your dealer for service. Also, see "Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light" in - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 319
your dealer for service. After you release the DIC RESET button, TIRE PRESSURE NORMAL will appear in the display. The system completes the calibration or wheels. See "When It's Time for New Tires" and "Wheel Replacement" later in this section for more information. The purpose of regular rotation is - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 320
Pressure System. See "Check Tire Pressure System" in the Index. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See "Wheel Nut Torque" 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 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 321
rating, 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 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 322
pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 323
under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard law. Warning: The nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your dealer if any of these conditions - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 324
, 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 wheel nuts for your vehicle. NOTICE: The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or odometer calibration - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 325
or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle, be sure to follow the manufacturer's warnings and instructions. And always open your doors or windows when you're cleaning the - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 326
Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, vomit, urine and blood can be removed as follows: 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the soiled area with cool water. 2. If a stain remains, follow the cleaner instructions - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 327
to dry completely. 3. If a stain remains, follow the cleaner instructions described earlier. Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and the windshield under certain conditions. Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth. D Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You may - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 328
will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass. See "Appearance Care and Materials" in the Index. CAUTION: Do not bleach or dye safety belts. inside rear window, since they may have to be scraped off later. If abrasive cleaners are used on the inside of the rear window, an - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 329
the direct rays of the sun. Use a car washing soap. Don't 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 dealer. See "Appearance Care and Materials" in the Index. Don't use cleaning - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 330
car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under "Washing Your Vehicle." NOTICE: Machine compounding or aggressive use non-abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter. Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather and - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 331
application. Don't take your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection. Original manufacturer replacement parts - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 332
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 12,000 miles (20 000 km) of purchase, whichever occurs first. Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 333
GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials 6-61 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 334
Number (VIN) Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code. This code will help you identify your engine, specifications and replacement parts. Service Parts Identification Label You'll find this label on your spare tire cover. It's very helpful if you ever need to order - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 335
components from working as they should. Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to your vehicle, see "Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle" in the Index. Power Windows and Other Power Accessories Circuit breakers in the rear fuse block protect the power - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 336
"Engine Compartment Overview" in the Index for more information on location. Minifuse 1 Lift the cover to gain access. On some Usage Not Used Accessory Windshield Wipers Not Used Left Low-Beam Headlamp Right Low-Beam Headlamp Instrument Panel Powertrain Control Module Battery Right High-Beam - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 337
Used Transaxle Cruise Control Direct Ignition System Injector Bank #2 Not Used Not Used Powertrain Control Module Ignition Oxygen Sensor Injector Bank #1 Daytime Running Lamps Horn Air Conditioner Clutch HVAC Solenoid Usage Accessory Air Pump Starter 1 Cooling Fan 2 Ignition 1 Cooling Fan Series - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 338
and main fuse blocks 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 store anything under - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 339
the seatback so the rear-locating guides hook into the wire loops on the back frame. 3. With the seat cushion lowered, push rearward and then press down on the seat cushion until the spring locks on both ends engage. 4. Check to make sure the safety belts are properly routed and that no portion of - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 340
to access the fuse block. See "Removing the Rear Seat Cushion" in the Index. Minifuses 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Usage Fuel Pump HVAC Blower Memory Assembly Line Diagnostic Link Rear Fog Lamps Compact Disc (CD) Driver's Door Module Air Bag System (SIR) Not Used Right Parking Lamp - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 341
Audio Retained Accessory Power (RAP) Not Used Not Used Passenger Door Module Body Interior Lamps Not Used Ignition Switch Instrument Panel Right Front Heated Seat Not Used HVAC Ignition 3 Rear Minifuses 35 36 37 38 Micro Relays 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 Usage Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 342
Front Courtesy Lamps Not Used Electronic Level Control (ELC) Usage Power Seats Power Windows Usage Cigar Rear Defogger MaxiFuses 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 Spare Fuses 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 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 343
Code ...K Type ...V6 Displacement ...3.8 L Firing Order ...1-6-5-4-3-2 Wheel Nut Torque 100 1b-ft (140 N·m) Capacities Automatic Transaxle ...7.4 quarts (7.0 L) Engine Cooling System ...10.0 quarts (9.5 L) Engine Oil with Filter ...4.5 quarts (4.3 L) Fuel Tank ...18.5 U.S. gallons (70.0 L) All - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 344
service work on your air conditioning system be performed by a qualified technician. Air Conditioning Refrigerant R-134a ...2.2 lbs. (1.0 kg) Use Refrigerant Oil, R-134a Systems Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...A1096C* Passenger Compartment Air Filter ...GM Part - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 345
the maintenance required for your vehicle. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety, dependability and emission control performance. 7-2 7-4 7-8 7-22 Introduction Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-31 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 346
condition, but also helps the environment. All recommended maintenance procedures are important. Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air and lubricants as prescribed in this manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition. Any damage caused by failure - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 347
can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition. "Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections" explains important inspections that your dealer's service department or another qualified service center should perform. "Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants" lists some recommended products - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 348
to keep your vehicle in good condition, see your dealer. This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them. If you go to your dealer for your service needs, you'll know that GM-trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 349
Inspection, if driving in dusty conditions. Passenger Compartment Air Filter Replacement (if equipped). Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Engine Air Cleaner Filter Replacement. Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Transaxle Service (severe conditions only). (Continued) D Most trips are less - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 350
60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection. Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Spark Plug Wire Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement. Automatic Transaxle Service (normal conditions). Every 150,000 Miles (240 000 km): Cooling System Service (or every 60 months, whichever occurs - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 351
). Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Engine Air Cleaner Filter Replacement. Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Transaxle Service (severe conditions only). Long Trip/Highway Intervals Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection. Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 352
Services" and "Periodic Maintenance Inspections" following. Footnotes [ The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air system lets you know when to change the oil and filter. This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature, and not on mileage. Based on driving conditions - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 353
next two times you stop for fuel. It is possible that, if you are driving under the best conditions, the oil life system may not indicate that an oil change is necessary for over a year. However, your engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 354
: 9,000 Miles (15 000 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: 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 355
j If Equipped: Replace passenger compartment air filter. 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. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 18,000 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 356
(or every 3 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 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 357
39,000 Miles (65 000 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: 42,000 Miles (70 000 km) j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 358
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) j If Equipped: Replace passenger compartment air filter. 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: 48,000 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 359
51,000 Miles (85 000 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: 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 360
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 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 361
footnote [.) j If Equipped: Replace passenger compartment air filter. 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 DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 362
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 78,000 Miles (130 000 km) j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) j Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection and Rotation" in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 363
(or every 3 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 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 364
severe service conditions listed previously and, therefore, haven't changed your automatic transaxle fluid, change both the fluid and filter. j Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. j Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. j Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 365
/City Scheduled Maintenance 150,000 Miles (240 000 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 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 366
be recorded. * If your vehicle has the GM Oil Life Systemt, a computer system lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter. This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature, and not on mileage. Based on driving conditions, the mileage at which an oil change will be indicated can - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 367
next two times you stop for fuel. It is possible that, if you are driving under the best conditions, the oil life system may not indicate that an oil change is necessary for over a year. However, your engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 368
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 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 369
and Rotation" in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote @.) (See footnote +.) j Replace engine air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) j Change engine oil and - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 370
km) j Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy 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). DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 371
additional information. (See footnote @.) (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 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 372
(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 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 373
severe service conditions listed previously and, therefore, haven't changed your automatic transaxle fluid, change both the fluid and filter. j Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. j Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. j Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 374
Scheduled Maintenance 150,000 Miles (240 000 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 the cooling - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 375
vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in Part D. Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid for further details. Cassette Deck Service Clean cassette deck. Cleaning should be done every 50 hours of tape play. See "Audio Systems" in the Index for further - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 376
See "Automatic Transaxle Fluid" in the Index. A fluid loss may indicate a problem. Check the system and repair if needed. At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D. Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all body door hinges - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 377
Lock Control System Check CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 378
The key should come out only in LOCK. Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK (P) Mechanism Check the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only. With the engine running, shift - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 379
procedures to perform these services may be found in a service manual. See "Service and Owner Publications" in the Index. Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of wear - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 380
and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the outside of the radiator 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. Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 381
Fluid (GM Part No. 1052884 - 1 pint, 1050017 - 1 quart, or equivalent). DEXRONR-III Automatic Transmission Fluid. Power Steering System Automatic Transaxle Key Lock Cylinders Engine Coolant Multi-Purpose Lubricant, SuperlubeR (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent). Hydraulic Brake System 7-37 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 382
No. 12346241 or equivalent). USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Fuel Door, Glove Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Box Door, SuperlubeR (GM Part Console Door No. 12346241 or equivalent). and Rear Compartment Lid Hinges Weatherstrip Conditioning Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579 or equivalent). 7-38 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 383
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 on the - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 384
Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-40 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 385
Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-41 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 386
Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-42 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 387
Assistance Information Here 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. 8-2 8-4 Safety Defects to the Canadian Government Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 8- 8-1 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 388
and to Buick. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer's sales or service departments. matter has already been reviewed with the sales, service or parts manager, contact the owner of the dealership or the general manager. 8-2 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 389
booklet for information on the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP). The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court through the windshield.) D Dealership name and location D Vehicle delivery date and present mileage When contacting Buick, please remember that your concern will likely be - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 390
-free telephone number or write them at the following address: BBB Auto Line Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc. 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or discontinue its participation in this program. Customer Assistance Offices Buick - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 391
aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle (hand controls, wheelchair/scooter lifts, etc.). All Overseas Locations Please contact the local General Motors area driver assessment centers and mobility equipment installers. The program is available for a limited - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 392
(60 000 km), at no expense to you: D Fuel delivery D Lock-out service (identification required) D Tow to nearest dealership for warranty service D Change a flat tire D Jump starts Buick Motor Division is proud to offer Buick Premium Roadside Assistance to customers for vehicles covered under the - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 393
needs: D Hotels D Glass replacement D Tire repair facilities D Rental vehicle or taxis D Airports or train stations D Police, fire department or hospitals In many instances, mechanical failures are covered under Buick's comprehensive warranty. However, when other services are utilized, our advisors - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 394
, keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service, unless, of course, the problem is safety-related. If it is, please call your dealership, let them know this, and ask for instructions. If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service, you are urged to do so as early - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 395
be available. Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts. Courtesy Rental Vehicle When your vehicle is 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 - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 396
Motors reserves the right to unilaterally modify, change or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any time and to resolve all questions of claim eligibility pursuant to the terms and conditions problems between you, your dealer or General Motors. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 397
should immediately notify Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited. You may write to: Transport Canada 330 you'll notify us. Please call us at 1-800-521-7300, or write: Buick Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33136 Detroit, MI 48232-5136 In Canada, please call - 2002 Buick LeSabre | Owner's Manual - Page 398
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