1998 Buick Park Avenue Owner's Manual

1998 Buick Park Avenue owners manual
Year:
1998
Make:
Buick
Model:
Park Avenue
Rating:
(8)

Online manual

Size:
23.26 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
7
Seats and Restraint Systems
7
Seats and Seat Controls
14
Safety Belts: They're for Everyone
20
Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts -- and the Answers
24
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
25
Driver Position
25
Safety Beit Use During Pregnancy
32
Right Front Passenger Position
33
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
33
Center Passenger Position
39
Rear Seat Passengers
40
Rear Safety Belt Guides for Children and Small Adults
44
Children
46
Child Restraints
49
Larger Children
59
Safety Belt Extender
62
Checking Your Restraint Systems
62
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash
62
Features and Controls
67
Keys
68
Door Locks
70
Remote Keyless Entry System
74
Trunk
80
Theft
81
Content Theft Deterrent
82
PASS-Key III
84
New Vehicle \Break-In\
86
Ignition Positions
86
Starting Your Engine
88
Engine Coolant Heater
89
Automatic Transaxle Operation
90
Parking Brake
93
Shifting Into PARK (P)
94
Shifting Out of PARK (P)
97
Parking Over Things That Burn
97
Engine Exhaust
98
Running Your Engine While You're Parked
98
Windows
99
Tilt Wheel
101
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
101
Exterior Lamps
110
Interior Lamps
113
Mirrors
116
Storage Compartments
126
Astroroof
131
Universal Transmitter
132
Instrument Panel
136
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators
141
Head-Up Display (HUD)
150
Driver Information Center (DIC)
152
Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
165
Comfort Controls
166
Personal Choice Comfort Controls
166
Dud Automatic Corn for Tempp Climate Control
166
Air Conditioning
169
Heating
169
Ventilation System
170
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
171
Defogging and Defrosting
172
Rear Window Defogger
172
Passenger Climate Control
173
Steering Wheel Controls for Climate Control
173
Setting the Clock
174
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player
174
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control
178
AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control
182
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and CDP with ATC
185
Trunk Mounted CD Changer
191
Personal Choice Radio Controls
191
Theft-Deterrent Feature
194
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
197
Understanding Radio Reception
198
Tips About Your Audio System
198
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player
200
Care of Compact Discs and Player
200
Heated Backlite Antenna
200
Your Driving and the Road
203
Defensive Driving
204
Drunken Driving
205
Control of a Vehicle
207
Braking
208
Steering
212
Off Road Recovery
215
Passing
215
Loss of Control
217
Driving at Night
218
Driving in Rain
220
City Driving
222
Freeway Driving
223
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
225
Highway Hypnosis
226
Hill and Mountain Roads
226
Winter Driving
228
Loading Your Vehicle
232
Towing a Trailer
234
Problems on the Road
241
Hazard Warning Flashers
242
Other Warning Devices
242
Jump Starting
243
Towing Your Vehicle
247
Engine Overheating
252
If a Tire Goes Flat
261
Changing a Flat Tire
262
Compact Spare Tire
271
If You're Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow
272
Service and Appreance Care
275
Service
276
Fuel
276
Checking Things Under the Hood
283
Engine Oil
286
Air Cleaner
291
Supercharger Oil
293
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
294
Engine Coolant
297
Radiator Pressure Cap
301
Windshild Washer Fluid
302
Brakes
303
Battery
306
Bulb Replacement
307
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
319
Tires
320
Appearance Care
329
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
329
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
333
Underbody Maintenance
335
Chemical Paint Spotting
335
Appearance Care Materials Chart
336
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
337
Electrical System
338
Removing the Rear Seat Cushion
344
Replacement Bulbs
345
Capacities and Specifications
346
Air Conditioning Reridgerants
347
Engine Specifications
347
Vehicle Dimensions
348
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
348
Maintenance Schedule
351
Introduction
352
Using Your Maintenance Schedule
354
At Each Fuel Fill
381
At Least Once a Month
381
At Least Twice a Year
382
At Least Once a Year
382
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections
385
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
386
Part E: Maintenance Record
388
Customer Assistance Information
391
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
392
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users
394
Roadside Assistance
395
Canadian Roadside Assistance
395
Courtesy Transportation
396
GM Participation in an Alternative Dispute Resolution Pragrarm
397
Warranty Information
398
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
398
Reporting Safety Defects to the Candian Government
399
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors
399
Ordering Service and Owner Publications in Canada
399
Index
7

1998 Buick Park Avenue Overview

Introduction

The 1998 Buick Park Avenue is a sophisticated full-size sedan that embodies the perfect blend of luxury, performance, and comfort. Known for its refined styling and ample interior space, this model is designed to cater to those who appreciate a plush driving experience. With a focus on practicality and elegance, the Park Avenue stands out in the competitive full-size sedan market of its time.

Powertrains

The 1998 model year offers a smooth and powerful riding experience thanks to its robust powertrains. Customers could choose between two capable engine options: the standard 3.8-liter V6 engine producing 205 horsepower or the available supercharged version that increases output to 240 horsepower. Both engines are paired with a seamless four-speed automatic transmission, ensuring that the driving experience is not only responsive but also incredibly quiet, characteristic of the Buick brand.

Trims

The Park Avenue comes in two trims: the base Park Avenue and the more luxurious Park Avenue Ultra. While the base model focuses on comfort and essential features, the Ultra trim elevates the experience with additional amenities such as heated leather seats, a premium sound system, and a rear parking assist feature. The option to add a sophisticated touchscreen navigation system enhances the overall driving experience, making every journey enjoyable and stress-free.

Features

Inside, the 1998 Buick Park Avenue boasts a spacious cabin accented with high-quality materials and a wealth of features aimed at passenger comfort. Standard features include air conditioning, power windows and locks, remote keyless entry, and a tilt steering wheel. Safety is also a priority, with dual front airbags and anti-lock brakes making their mark, ensuring peace of mind while on the road.

Owners Manual

The owner’s manual for the 1998 Buick Park Avenue is an essential companion, offering complete guides on operating various features, maintenance schedules, and troubleshooting common issues. This comprehensive manual supplies owners with valuable insights to optimize their ownership experience, ensuring that they appreciate all that this classic sedan has to offer.

User manual download

The Buick Park Avenue owner manual for the 1998 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 1998 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.

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