User manual BUICK LESABRE 1995

[. . . ] LeSabre The 1995 Buick LeSabre Owner's Manual Seats and Restraint Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. FeaturesandControls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Comfort Controls and Audio Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to seeits front in your inside mirror, activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right lane. The vehicleyou just passed may seem to be farther away from you than it really is. ) Try not to pass more than one vehicle at a time on two-lane roads. Reconsider before passing next the vehicle. Loss of Control Let's review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) don't have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked. Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area less of danger. Skidding In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle. Defensive drivers avoid most skids taking reasonable by care suited to existing conditions, and by not "overdriving" those conditions. The three types of skids correspond to your Buick's three control systems. In the steering or cornering skid, too much speed or steering in a curve causes tiresto slip and lose cornering force. And in the acceleration skid too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin. A cornering skid is best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal. 0 Don't overtake a slowly moving vehicle too rapidly. Even though the brake lamps are not flashing, it may to be slowing down or starting turn. If you're being passed, make it easy for the following driver to get ahead of you. Perhaps you can ease a little to the right. 0 If you have the traction control system, remember:It helps avoid only the acceleration skid. 4-13 If you do not have traction control, or if the system is off, then an acceleration skid is also best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal. Driving at Night If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot the off accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go. If you start steering quickly enough, your vehicle may straighten out. Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs. Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel, or other material is on the road. For safety, you'll want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions. It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited. While driving on a surface with reduced trdction, try your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, or braking (including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear). You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding. Learn to recognize warning clues -such as enough water, ice orpacked snow on the road to make a "mirrored surface" -- and slow down when you have any doubt. Remember: Any anti-lock brake system (ABS) helps avoid only the braking skid. Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers arelikely to be impaired -by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue. Don`t drink and drive. 4-14 0 Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. Since you can't see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. Slow down, especially higher speed roads. Your on headlamps can light up only so much road ahead. [. . . ] Also, reimbursement up to $30 a day (five days maximum) may be available for thecost of a rental car, bus or even a cab. - Provides owners with access to minor repairs or towing for disabled vehicles. Takes the anxiety out of uncertain situations by providing easy access to service professionals trained to work with Buick owners, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including weekends and holidays. A free one-way shuttle ride up to 10 miles from the dealership is available for customers whose vehicles require same-day warranty repairs. - Courtesy Transportation is Buick's way of extending the Premium Service you've come to expect for Buick and it's 3, 000 dealers. Please review the Courtesy Transportation glove box card contained in your vehicle, or consultyour Buick dealer for details. For details of Buick Roadside Assistance , please consult your Buick Roadside Assistance owner booklet included with your owner's manual. For needed assistance, call the Buick Roadside Assistance toll-free hotline: 1-800-252- 1 1 12. In Canada, please consult your GM dealer for information on Courtesy Transportation. 8-6 Canada Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive Roadside Assistance program accessible from anywhere in Canada orthe United States. [. . . ]