User manual BUICK RIVIERA 1995

[. . . ] The `1995Buick Riviera Owner's Manual Seats and Restraint Systems 1-1 This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. FeaturesandControls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Comfort Controls and Audio Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1 This section tells you howto adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how tooperate your sound system. [. . . ] It's always wise to slower and be cautious if rain starts to fall while you are driving. The surface may get wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement. Evenif your it windshield wiper bladesare in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, theedge of the road, and even people walking. It's wise tokeep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tankfilled. Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield, or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts. 4-16 ~ Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you're going fast enough. When your vehicle hydroplaning, is it has little or no contact with the road. But it can if your tires haven't much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low. If you cansee reflections from trees, telephone poles, or other vehicles, and raindrops "dimple" the water's surface, there could be hydroplaning. The best advice is to slow down when it israining. Some Other Rainy Weather Tips 0 ~ 1 Turn on your low-beam headlamps -- not just your parking lamps -- to help make you more visible to others. Allow yourself more clear room ahead, and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray. a Besides slowing down, allowsome extra following 0 Have good tires with proper tread depth. (See "Tires" inthe Index. ) 4-1s City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You'll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: 0 Know the best way to getto where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip. 0 Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities. (See the next part, "Freeway Driving. ") Treat a green light as a warning signal. A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it. When a light turns green, and just before you start to move, check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light. 0 Freeway Driving The most important advice on Reeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. If you have a clear viewof the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp, you should begin to check traffic. Switch on your t r signal, check un your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary. Once you are on the freeway, adjust your speed tothe posted limit or to the prevailingrate if it's slower. [. . . ] Our commitment to Buick owners has always included superior service through our network of 3, 000 Buick dealers. Buick Roadside Assistance provides an extra measure of convenience and security. Buick Roadside Assistance: - Canada Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchasedin Canada have an extensive Roadside Assistanceprogram accessible from anywhere in Canada or the United States. Please refer to the separate brochure provided the dealer or call by 1-800-268-6800 for emergency services. Service and Owner Publications Service manuals, service bulletins, owner's manuals and other service literature are available for purchase for all current and many past model General Motors vehicles. [. . . ]