User manual BUICK LESABRE 1997

[. . . ] (@ 1-1 2-1 The 1997 Buick LeSabre Owner's Manual Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. T also explains the "SRS" system. t Features and Controls This section explains how to start and operate your Buick. 3- 1 4- 1 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system. Your Driving and the Road Here you'll find helpful information and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions. 5-1 6-1 7- 1 Problems on the Road This section tells what to do if you have a problem while driving, suchas a flat tire or overheated engine. etc. Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to keep your Buick running properly and looking good. Maintenance Schedule This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use. 8- 1 Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Buick for assistanceand how to get service and owner publications. [. . . ] Here's what happens with A computer sensesthat wheels are slowing down. one If of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at the rear wheels. You can steeraround the obstaclewhile braking hard. As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. 4-8 Remember: Anti-lock doesn't change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you won't have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave enough room up ahead to stop, even though you have anti-lock brakes. If your vehicle is in cruise control when 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 . ) When the system is on, this warning light will come on to let you know if there's a problem with your traction control system. Using Anti-Lock Don't pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down and let anti-lock work for you. You may feel the system working, or you may notice some noise, but this is normal. Traction Control System (If Equipped) Your vehicle may have a traction control system that limits wheel spin. This is especially useful in slippery road conditions. The system operates only if it senses that one or both of the front wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction. When this happens, the system works the front brakes and reduces engine power to limit wheel spin. You may feel or hear the system working, but this is normal. TRACTION OFF 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. 4-9 The traction control system automatically comes on whenever you start your vehicle. To limit wheel spin, especially in slippery road conditions, you should always leave the system on. But you can turn the traction control system off if you ever need to. (You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever getsstuck in sand, mud, ice or snow. See "Rocking Your Vehicle" in the Index. ) You can turn the system back on at any time by pressing the button again. The traction control system warning light should go off. Braking in Emergencies With anti-lock, you can steer and brake at the same time. In many emergencies, steering can help you more than even the very best braking. To turn the system off, press the TRACTION CONTROL button on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort. Magnasteer (If Equipped) TM The traction control system warning light will come on and stay on. If the system is limiting wheel spin when you press the button, the warning light will come on -- but the system won't tum off right away. It will wait until there's no longer a current need to limit wheel spin. Your vehicle may be equipped with GM Magnasteer , a steering system that continuously adjusts the effort you feel when steering at all vehicle speeds. It provides ease when parking, yet a firm, solid feel at highway speeds. [. . . ] 6-52 2-24 2-28 2-30 2-15 2-27 7-42 2-15 2-31 3- 11 4-13 PASS-Key 0 I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . t 2-17 Perimeter Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-43 Personal Choice Programming DelayedLocking . 2-7 Memory Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]