2004 Buick Park Avenue Owner's Manual - Page 129

Resuming a Set Speed Setting the cruise control at a desired speed and then applying the brake will end the cruise control function. Once you are going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can move the cruise control switch from ON to R/A (Resume/Accelerate) briefly to reset. This returns you to your desired preset speed. Remember, if you hold the switch at R/A, the vehicle will accelerate until you release the switch or apply the brake. So unless you want to go faster, do not hold the switch at R/A. Each time you do this, your vehicle will go about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) faster. The accelerate feature will only work after you have set the cruise control speed by pushing the SET button. Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control: • Push in the SET button at the end of the lever until you reach a desired lower speed, then release it. Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed: • To slow down in very small amounts, push the button briefly. Each time you do this, you will go about 1 mph (1 6 km/h) slower. • Use the accelerator pedal to go to a higher speed. Push the SET button at the end of the lever, then release the button and the accelerator pedal. You will now cruise at the higher speed. Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier. • Move the cruise switch from ON to R/A. Hold it there until you reach a desired speed and then release the switch. To increase your speed in very small amounts, briefly move the switch to R/A, then release it. 3-11