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2002 Buick LeSabre Owner Manual

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For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual:

How to Use this Manual

Safety Warnings and Symbols

Vehicle Damage Warnings

Vehicle Symbols

Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems

Seats and Seat Controls

Manual Front Seat

Manual Lumbar Support

Power Seats (If Equipped)

Power Lumbar Control (If Equipped)

Memory Seat and Mirrors (If Equipped)

Heated Seats (Option)

Reclining Front Seatbacks

Head Restraints

Safety Belts: They're for Everyone

Why Safety Belts Work

Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts -- and the Answers

How to Wear Safety Belts Properly

Adults

Driver Position

Lap-Shoulder Belt

Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy

Right Front Passenger Position

Air Bag Systems

How the Air Bag Systems Work

Where are the air bags?

When should an air bag inflate?

What makes an air bag inflate?

How does an air bag restrain?

What will you see after an air bag inflates?

Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle

Center Front Passenger Position

Lap Belt

Rear Seat Passengers

Rear Seat Passenger Positions

Lap-Shoulder Belt

Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults

Children

Infants and Young Children

Restraint Systems for Children

Where to Put the Restraint

Top Strap

Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System)

Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System

Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position

Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position

Older Children

Safety Belt Extender

Checking Your Restraint Systems

Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash

Section 2 Features and Controls

Central Door Unlocking System

Power Door Locks

Door Ajar Reminder (If Equipped)

Automatic Door Locks

Personal Choice Programming

Delayed Locking

Personal Choice Programming

Rear Door Security Lock

Using One of These Locks

Opening a Rear Door When the Security Lock is On

Canceling the Rear Door Lock

Lockout Protection

Leaving Your Vehicle

Remote Keyless Entry System

Operation

Instant Alarm

Personal Choice Features

Security Feedback

Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle

Battery Replacement

Trunk

Trunk Lock Release

Remote Trunk Release and Trunk Lockout

Trunk Security Override

Content Theft-Deterrent (If Equipped)

Testing the Alarm

PASS-Key III

New Vehicle "Break-In"

Ignition Positions

Key Reminder Warning

Retained Accessory Power (RAP)

Starting Your Engine

Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)

To Use the Engine Coolant Heater

Automatic Transaxle Operation

Parking Brake

Shifting Into PARK (P)

Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running

Torque Lock

Shifting Out of PARK (P)

Parking Over Things That Burn

Engine Exhaust

Running Your Engine While You're Parked

Horn

Tilt Wheel

Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever

Turn Signal and Lane Change Signals

Turn Signal On Chime

Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer

Flash-To-Pass Feature

Windshield Wipers

Rainsense_ II Wipers (If Equipped)

Windshield Washer

Cruise Control

Setting Cruise Control

Resuming a Set Speed

Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control

Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control

Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control

Using Cruise Control on Hills

Ending Cruise Control

Erasing Speed Memory

Exterior Lamps

Wiper-Activated Headlamps

Lamps On Reminder

Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)

Cornering Lamps (If Equipped)

Twilight Sentinel

Park Lamp Override Feature

Light Sensor

Exterior Lighting Battery Saver

Interior Lamps

Instrument Panel Brightness Control

Courtesy Lamps

Illuminated Entry

Delayed Entry Lighting

Theater Dimming

Delayed Exit Lighting

Perimeter Lighting

Personal Choice Programming

Front Reading Lamps

Inadvertent Power Battery Saver

Battery Load Management

Mirrors

Day/Night Manual Rearview Mirror

Electrochromic Day/Night Rearview Mirror (If Equipped)

Mirror Operation

Electrochromic Day/Night Rearview Mirror with Compass (If Equipped)

Power Remote Control Mirrors

Parallel Park Assist Mirror (If Equipped)

Convex Outside Mirror

Automatic Dimming/Heated Outside Rearview Mirror (If Equipped)

Storage Compartments

Glove Box

Front Center Console

Convenience Net (If Equipped)

Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter

Sun Visors

Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirrors

Dual Sun Visors

Auxiliary Power Outlets

OnStar System (If Equipped)

Cellular Antenna

OnStar Services

OnStar System Limitations

Sunroof (Option)

HomeLink Transmitter (If Equipped)

Programming the HomeLink Transmitter

Training a Garage Opener with a Rolling Code Feature (If Equipped)

Canadian Programming

Operating the HomeLink Transmitter

Erasing Channels

Resetting Defaults

Accessories

The Instrument Panel -- Your Information System

Instrument Panel Clusters

Speedometer and Odometer

Trip Odometer

Tachometer (If Equipped)

Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators

Safety Belt Reminder Light

Air Bag Readiness Light

Battery System Warning Light

Brake System Warning Light

Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light

Traction Control System Warning Light (Option)

Engine Coolant Temperature Gage

Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light)

If the Light Is Flashing

If the Light Is On Steady

Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs

Oil Pressure Light

Service Vehicle Soon Light

Security Light

Cruise Light

Fuel Gage

Driver Information Center (DIC) (If Equipped)

DIC Displays and Controls

DIC Warnings and Messages

DIC Personal Choice Programming

Memory Seat Recall (If Equipped)

Parallel Park Assist (If Equipped)

Driver ID

Language Selection

Head-Up Display (HUD) (If Equipped)

Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems

Comfort Controls

Electronic Touch Climate Control

Fan Lever

Temperature Lever

Mode Controls

Dual Automatic ComforTemp Climate Control (If Equipped)

Passenger Climate Control (If Equipped)

Automatic Operation

Personal Choice Comfort Controls (If Equipped)

Air Conditioning

Heating

Defogging and Defrosting

Rear Window Defogger

Ventilation System

Ventilation Tips

Steering Wheel Controls for Climate Control (If Equipped)

Audio Systems

Setting the Clock

AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player (If Equipped)

Playing the Radio

Finding a Station

Setting Preset Stations

Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)

Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)

Playing a Cassette Tape

Cassette Tape Messages

CD Adapter Kits

AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player with Automatic Tone Control and Radio Data Systems (RDS) (If Equipped)

Playing the Radio

Finding a Station

Setting Preset Stations

Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)

Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)

Using RDS

Finding a PTY Station

Setting PTY Preset Stations

RDS Messages

Radio Messages

Playing a Compact Disc

Compact Disc Errors

AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Automatic Tone Control and Radio Data Systems (RDS) (If Equipped)

Playing the Radio

Finding a Station

Setting Preset Stations

Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)

Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)

Using RDS

Finding a PTY Station

Setting PTY Preset Stations

RDS Messages

Radio Messages

Playing a Cassette Tape

Cassette Tape Messages

CD Adapter Kits

Playing a Compact Disc

Compact Disc Errors

Trunk-Mounted CD Changer (Option)

Playing a Compact Disc

Compact Disc Changer Errors

Personal Choice Radio Controls (If Equipped)

Theft-Deterrent Feature (If Equipped)

Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped)

Understanding Radio Reception

FM Stereo

Cellular Phone Usage

Tips About Your Audio System

Care of Your Cassette Tape Player

Care of Your Compact Discs

Care of Your Compact Disc Player

Diversity Antenna System

Chime Level Adjustment

Section 4 Your Driving and the Road

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)

Using Anti-Lock

Braking in Emergencies

Traction Control System (If Equipped)

Steering in Emergencies

Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads

Hydroplaning

Driving Through Deep Standing Water

Driving Through Flowing Water

Some Other Rainy Weather Tips

City Driving

Freeway Driving

Before Leaving on a Long Trip

Highway Hypnosis

Hill and Mountain Roads

Winter Driving

Driving on Snow or Ice

If You're Caught in a Blizzard

Recreational Vehicle Towing

Dinghy Towing

Dolly Towing

Loading Your Vehicle

Electronic Level Control

Section 5 Problems on the Road

Hazard Warning Flashers

Other Warning Devices

Jump Starting

Towing Your Vehicle

Engine Overheating

If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine

If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine

Cooling System

How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank

How to Add Coolant to the Radiator

If a Tire Goes Flat

Changing a Flat Tire

Removing the Spare Tire and Tools

Removing Wheel Covers and Wheel Nut Caps

Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire

Storing the Flat Tire and Tools

Storing the Spare Tire and Tools

Compact Spare Tire

If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow

Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out

Section 6 Service and Appearance Care

Service

Doing Your Own Service Work

Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle

Fuel

Gasoline Octane

Gasoline Specifications

California Fuel

Additives

Fuels in Foreign Countries

Filling Your Tank

Filling a Portable Fuel Container

Checking Things Under the Hood

Hood Release

Engine Compartment Overview

Engine Oil

Checking Engine Oil

When to Add Engine Oil

What Kind of Engine Oil to Use

Engine Oil Additives

When to Change Engine Oil (VehiclesWithout the GM Oil Life System)

When to Change Engine Oil (Vehicles Withthe GM Oil Life System_ Option)

How to Reset the Oil Life System (If Equipped)

What to Do with Used Oil

Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

Passenger Compartment Air Filter (If Equipped)

Automatic Transaxle Fluid

When to Check and Change

How to Check

Checking the Fluid Level

Radiator Pressure Cap

Power Steering Fluid

When to Check Power Steering Fluid

How to Check Power Steering Fluid

What to Use

Windshield Washer Fluid

Replacing Brake System Parts

Headlamp Horizontal Aiming

Headlamp Vertical Aiming

Front Turn Signal

Trunk-Mounted Back-Up and Taillamps

Rear Turn Signals, Stoplamps and Taillamps

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

Tires

Inflation -- Tire Pressure

When to Check

How to Check

Check Tire Pressure System (If Equipped)

Tire Inspection and Rotation

When It's Time for New Tires

Buying New Tires

Uniform Tire Quality Grading

Treadwear

Traction -- AA, A, B, C

Temperature -- A, B, C

Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance

Wheel Replacement

Used Replacement Wheels

Tire Chains

Appearance Care

Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle

Cleaning of Fabric/Carpet

Using Cleaner on Fabric

Special Fabric Cleaning Problems

Cleaning Vinyl

Cleaning Leather

Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel

Cleaning Interior Plastic Components

Care of Safety Belts

Cleaning Glass Surfaces

Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades

Weatherstrips

Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle

Washing Your Vehicle

Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses

Finish Care

Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels (If Equipped)

Cleaning Tires

Sheet Metal Damage

Finish Damage

Underbody Maintenance

Chemical Paint Spotting

GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

Engine Identification

Service Parts Identification Label

Electrical System

Add-On Electrical Equipment

Power Windows and Other Power Accessories

Fuses and Circuit Breakers

Engine Compartment Fuse Block

Removing the Rear Seat Cushion

Rear Underseat Fuse Block

Replacement Bulbs

Capacities and Specifications

Engine Specifications

Wheel Nut Torque

Capacities

Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity

Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts

Section 7 Maintenance Schedule

Introduction

Your Vehicle and the Environment

Maintenance Requirements

How This Section is Organized

Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services

Using Your Maintenance Schedule

Selecting the Right Schedule

Scheduled Maintenance

Short Trip/City Definition

Short Trip/City Intervals

Long Trip/Highway Definition

Long Trip/Highway Intervals

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance

Footnotes

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance

Footnotes

Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections

Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection

Exhaust System Inspection

Fuel System Inspection

Engine Cooling System Inspection

Throttle System Inspection

Brake System Inspection

Part E: Maintenance Record

Section 8 Customer Assistance Information

Customer Satisfaction Procedure

Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users

Customer Assistance Offices

United States

Canada

All Overseas Locations

Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/ Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U. S. Virgin Islands)

GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities

Roadside Assistance

Canadian Roadside Assistance

Courtesy Transportation

Plan Ahead When Possible

Transportation Options

Shuttle Service

Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement

Courtesy Rental Vehicle

Additional Program Information

Warranty Information

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS

SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION

Service Manuals

Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual

Service Bulletins

Owner's Information

Current and Past Model Order Forms

6-10

Engine Compartment Overview

When you open the hood on the 3800 (L36) engine, you’ll see:

A. Engine Compartment

Fuse Block

B. Windshield Washer

Fluid Reservoir

C. Remote Positive Terminal

D. Engine Coolant Recovery Tank
E. Radiator Pressure Cap
F. Engine Oil Dipstick
G. Engine Oil Fill Cap

H. Automatic Transaxle

Fluid Dipstick

I. Brake Master

Cylinder Reservoir

J. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

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