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Security Light Service Vehicle Soon Light This light will come on if your vehicle has certain non-emission related problems. United States Canada For example, if the entire electrical system fails to send and receive messages from the vehicle's components, the SERVICE VEHICLE SOON warning light comes on. These problems may not be obvious and may affect vehicle performance or durability. Consult a qualiﬁed dealership for necessary repairs to maintain top vehicle performance. This light will come on brieﬂy when the ignition is turned on to show that it is working properly. Your vehicle is equipped with a content theft-deterrent alarm system. With this system, the SECURITY light will ﬂash as you open the door if your ignition is off. For more information see Content Theft-Deterrent on page 2-19. Cruise Control Light The CRUISE light comes on when you set the vehicle's cruise control. See "Cruise Control" under Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-5. 3-45

Section	Page
Buick Park Avenue Book TOC	1
Seats and Restraint Systems	7
Front Seats	8
Power Seats	8
Power Lumbar	9
Heated Seats	9
Reclining Seatbacks	10
Head Restraints	11
Safety Belts	12
Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone	12
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts	16
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	18
Driver Position	18
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	24
Right Front Passenger Position	25
Center Passenger Position	25
Rear Seat Passengers	27
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults	30
Safety Belt Extender	32
Child Restraints	33
Older Children	33
Infants and Young Children	36
Child Restraint Systems	39
Where to Put the Restraint	42
Top Strap	44
Top Strap Anchor Location	45
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System)	46
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System	48
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position	48
Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Rear Seat Position	50
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position	52
Air Bag Systems	55
Where Are the Air Bags?	57
When Should an Air Bag Inflate?	60
What Makes an Air Bag Inflate?	61
How Does an Air Bag Restrain?	61
What Will You See After an Air Bag Inflates?	62
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle	64
Restraint System Check	64
Checking Your Restraint Systems	64
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash	65
Features and Controls	67
Keys	69
Remote Keyless Entry System	71
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation	72
Doors and Locks	76
Door Locks	76
Central Door Unlocking System	77
Power Door Locks	77
Door Ajar Reminder	77
Delayed Locking	77
Programmable Automatic Door Locks	78
Rear Door Security Locks	80
Lockout Protection	80
Leaving Your Vehicle	80
Trunk	81
Windows	83
Power Windows	84
Sun Visors	85
Theft-Deterrent Systems	85
Content Theft-Deterrent	85
PASS-Key® III	87
PASS-Key® III Operation	88
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle	89
New Vehicle Break-In	89
Ignition Positions	90
Starting Your Engine	91
Engine Coolant Heater	92
Automatic Transaxle Operation	93
Parking Brake	95
Shifting Into Park (P)	96
Shifting Out of Park (P)	99
Parking Over Things That Burn	99
Engine Exhaust	100
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked	101
Mirrors	102
Manual Rearview Mirror	102
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror	102
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass	103
Outside Power Mirrors	105
Outside Curb View Assist Mirror	106
Outside Convex Mirror	106
Outside Automatic Dimming Heated Mirror	107
OnStar® System	107
HomeLink® Transmitter	109
Programming the HomeLink® Transmitter	109
Storage Areas	113
Glove Box	113
Garage Door Opener Compartment	113
Center Console Storage Area	114
Assist Handles	115
Rear Storage Area	115
Rear Seat Armrest	115
Rear Seat Pass Through	115
Convenience Net	115
Sunroof	116
Vehicle Personalization	117
Memory Seat and Mirrors	117
Instrument Panel	119
Instrument Panel Overview	120
Hazard Warning Flashers	122
Other Warning Devices	122
Horn	123
Tilt Wheel	123
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever	123
Exterior Lamps	130
Interior Lamps	133
Head-Up Display (HUD)	136
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)	138
Accessory Power Outlets	140
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter	141
Climate Controls	142
Dual Automatic Climate Control System	142
Outlet Adjustment	147
Passenger Compartment Air Filter	148
Steering Wheel Climate Controls	148
Climate Controls Personalization	149
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators	150
Instrument Panel Cluster	151
Speedometer and Odometer	153
Tachometer	153
Safety Belt Reminder Light	154
Air Bag Readiness Light	154
Battery Warning Light	155
Brake System Warning Light	156
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light	157
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light	157
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage	158
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	159
Oil Pressure Light	162
Security Light	163
Cruise Control Light	163
Service Vehicle Soon Light	163
Fuel Gage	164
Driver Information Center (DIC)	165
DIC Controls and Displays	165
DIC Warnings and Messages	168
DIC Vehicle Personalization	169
Audio System(s)	175
Setting the Time	176
Radio with Cassette	176
Radio with Cassette and CD	181
Trunk-Mounted CD Changer	189
Personal Choice Radio Controls	193
Theft-Deterrent Feature	193
Audio Steering Wheel Controls	196
Understanding Radio Reception	196
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player	197
Care of Your CDs	198
Care of Your CD Player	198
Heated Backlite Antenna	198
Driving Your Vehicle	199
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle	200
Defensive Driving	200
Drunken Driving	201
Control of a Vehicle	204
Braking	204
Traction Control System (TCS)	207
Steering	209
Off-Road Recovery	211
Passing	212
Loss of Control	213
Driving at Night	215
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads	216
City Driving	219
Freeway Driving	220
Before Leaving on a Long Trip	221
Highway Hypnosis	222
Hill and Mountain Roads	222
Winter Driving	224
If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow	228
Towing	229
Towing Your Vehicle	229
Recreational Vehicle Towing	229
Loading Your Vehicle	231
Towing a Trailer	236
Service and Appearance Care	245
Service	247
Doing Your Own Service Work	247
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle	248
Fuel	248
Gasoline Octane	248
Gasoline Specifications	249
California Fuel	249
Additives	249
Fuels in Foreign Countries	250
Filling Your Tank	250
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	253
Checking Things Under the Hood	254
Hood Release	254
Engine Compartment Overview	256
Engine Oil	258
Supercharger Oil	263
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	264
Automatic Transaxle Fluid	267
Engine Coolant	269
Radiator Pressure Cap	271
Engine Overheating	272
Cooling System	274
Power Steering Fluid	282
Windshield Washer Fluid	283
Brakes	284
Battery	287
Jump Starting	288
Headlamp Aiming	293
Bulb Replacement	295
Halogen Bulbs	295
Headlamps	295
Front Turn Signal Lamps	298
Rear Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-Up Lamps	298
Rear Quarter Panel Turn Signal and Stoplamps	302
Replacement Bulbs	304
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement	305
Tires	306
Inflation - Tire Pressure	313
Check Tire Pressure System	314
Tire Inspection and Rotation	316
When It Is Time for New Tires	317
Buying New Tires	318
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	319
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	320
Wheel Replacement	320
Tire Chains	322
If a Tire Goes Flat	323
Changing a Flat Tire	324
Compact Spare Tire	333
Appearance Care	334
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle	334
Care of Safety Belts	337
Weatherstrips	337
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle	337
Sheet Metal Damage	339
Finish Damage	340
Underbody Maintenance	340
Chemical Paint Spotting	340
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials	340
Vehicle Identification	342
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	342
Service Parts Identification Label	342
Electrical System	342
Add-On Electrical Equipment	342
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	343
Removing the Rear Seat Cushion	348
Capacities and Specifications	352
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts	353
Maintenance Schedule	355
Maintenance Schedule	356
Introduction	356
Maintenance Requirements	356
Your Vehicle and the Environment	356
How This Section is Organized	357
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services	358
Using Your Maintenance Schedule	358
Selecting the Right Schedule	359
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance	361
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance	368
Part B: Owner Checks and Services	373
At Each Fuel Fill	373
At Least Once a Month	373
At Least Twice a Year	374
At Least Once a Year	374
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections	377
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection	377
Exhaust System Inspection	377
Fuel System Inspection	378
Engine Cooling System Inspection	378
Throttle System Inspection	378
Brake System Inspection	378
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	379
Part E: Maintenance Record	380
Customer Assistance Information	383
Customer Assistance Information	384
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	384
Online Owner Center	385
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	386
Customer Assistance Offices	386
GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities	387
Roadside Assistance Program	388
Courtesy Transportation	389
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records	391
Reporting Safety Defects	392
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	392
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	393
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	393
Service Publications Ordering Information	393

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