User manual BUICK SKYLARK 1995

[. . . ] The 1995 Buick Skylark Owner's Manual How toUsethisManual iii This section tells you how to use your manual and includes safety and vehicle damage warnings and symbols. Seats and Restraint Systems 1-1 This section tells you how use your seats and safety belts properly. to It FeaturesandControls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . to Comfort Controls and Audio Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] If you havea clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp, you shouldbegin to check traffic. Switch on your turn signal, check your mirrors andglance over your shoulder as oftenas necessary. Once you are on the freeway, adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it's slower. Then use your turn signal. Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes, or superhighways) are the'safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. 4-19 0 0 0 0 0 Lamps: Are they all working?Are the lenses clean? Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, trouble-free trip. Should you delay your a short trip time to avoid a major storm system?Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps? 0 0 Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as "highway hypnosis?" Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel?Call ithighway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy. If it does, your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second, and you couldcrash and be injured. Then here are some tips: 0 Hill and Mountain Roads Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated, with a comfortably cool interior. If you get sleepy, pull off the road into a rest, service, or parking area and take a nap, get some exercise, or both. Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flator rolling terrain. 0 0 4-21 If you drive regularlyin steep country, or if you're planning to visit there, here are some tips that make can your tripssafer and more enjoyable. Keep your vehicle good shape. Check fluid in all levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle. The most important thing to know this: let your engine do some the is of slowing down. Shift to a lower gear when yougo down a steep or long hill. a Know how togo uphill. Drive in the highest gear possible. a Stay in your own lane when driving on two-lane roads in hillsor mountains. Driveat speeds that let you stay in your own lane. a As you go over the top of a hill, be alert. There could i ! be something in your lane, like a stalled car or an accident. a You may see highway signs on mountains that warn 1 I of special problems. Examples are long grades, passing or no-passing zones, a falling rocks area, or winding roads. Bealert to these and take appropriate action. I Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: 0 Have your Buick in good shape for winter. You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk. 0 Include an ice scraper, asmall brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth, and . a couple of reflective warning triangles. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction. [. . . ] Hamilton Avenue Premium Service you've come expect for Buick and to Flint, MI 48550. . Please review the Courtesy Transportation glove-box card contained your in In Canada, pleasecall us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) vehicle, or consult your Buick dealer details. Or, write: In Canada, please consult your GM dealer for General Motorsof Canada Limited Customer Assistance Center information on Courtesy Transportation. 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, OntarioL1H 8P7 Roadside Assistance Buick Motor Division is proud to offer Buick Roadside Assistance to customers for vehicles covered under the 36 montW36, OOO mile new car warranty (whichever comes first). [. . . ]