Buick 1999 Riviera User Manual

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The 1999 Buick Riviera Owner’s Manual
1-1 Seats and Restraint Systems
This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. It also explains the “SRS” system.
2-1 Features and Controls
This section explains how to start and operate your vehicle.
3-1 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system.
4-1 Your Driving and the Road
Here you’ll find helpful information and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions.
5-1 Problems on the Road
This section tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc.
6-1 Service and Appearance Care
Here the manual tells you how to keep your vehicle running properly and looking good.
7-1 Maintenance Schedule
This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use.
8-1 Customer Assistance Information
This section tells you how to contact Buick for assistance and how to get service and owner publications.
It also gives you information on “Reporting Safety Defects” on page 8
-9.
9-1 Index
Here’s an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. You can use it to quickly find
something you want to read.

Buick 1999 Riviera Specifications

General

Brand	Buick
Model	1999 Riviera
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems

Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone

Explains proper safety belt usage and highlights critical safety actions to avoid.

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)

Details the air bag system, including its operation, limitations, and essential safety precautions.

Child Restraints

Provides guidance on selecting and properly installing child restraints for infants and young children.

Section 4 Your Driving and the Road

Defensive Driving

Drunken Driving

Addresses the severe risks of driving under alcohol influence, its effects, and legal limits.

Braking

Details braking mechanics, perception/reaction times, stopping distances, and the function of Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS).

Section 5 Problems on the Road

Jump Starting

Engine Overheating

How to recognize and respond to engine overheating, including critical safety precautions and immediate actions.

Changing a Flat Tire

Step-by-step instructions for safely changing a flat tire, including locating tools and securing the vehicle.

Section 6 Service and Appearance Care

Engine Oil

Guidance on checking engine oil level, selecting the correct oil type and viscosity, and changing oil and filter.

Brakes

Tires

Section 7 Maintenance Schedule

Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services

Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants