Buick LaCrosse 2008 User Manual

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to ensure an outstanding ownership experience. Note that your vehicle may not include all the features
described in this booklet. Keep this booklet with your Owner Manual for easy reference.
DRIVER INFORMATION
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Instrument Panel Cluster . . . . . . .3
Vehicle Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Driver Information Center . . . . . . .4
SAFETY & SECURITY
Unlocking the Doors
with the Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . .6
Passenger Airbag Status
Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
OnStar
®
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
COMFORT
Tilt/Telescoping Steering
Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Dual Automatic Climate
Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
ENTERTAINMENT
Audio Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Audio Steering Wheel
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
CONVENIENCE
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . .12
Headlamp Controls and
Automatic Headlamp System . . .13
Daytime Running Lamps . . . . . .13
Interior Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Windshield Wipers/Washer . . . .14
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Universal Home Remote . . . . . . .15
Vehicle Enhancements . . . . . . . .15
Accessory Power Outlets . . . . . .17
PERFORMANCE & MAINTENANCE
Opening the Vehicle Hood . . . . .17
Passenger Compartment
Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Antilock Brake System . . . . . . . .18
Ultrasonic Rear Parking
Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Traction Control System . . . . . . .18
StabiliTrak
®
– Stability Control
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Automatic Transaxle
Shift Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Acoustic Laminate Glass . . . . . .19
Resetting the Oil Life System . .19
OWNER INFORMATION
Roadside Assistance . . . . . . . . .20
My GMLink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Buick LaCrosse 2008 Specifications

General

Brand	Buick
Model	LaCrosse 2008
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Driver Information

Instrument Panel

Identifies and explains the components of the vehicle's instrument panel.

Instrument Panel Cluster

Details the gauges, warning lights, and indicators on the instrument panel cluster.

Driver Information Center

Describes the Driver Information Center (DIC) functions, display, and controls.

Personalized Vehicle Settings

Safety and Security

Door Locking and Unlocking

Details methods for unlocking doors with the key and automatic door locking features.

Airbag Status Indicator

Explains the passenger airbag status indicator and its importance for safety.

OnStar® Services

Outlines the various safety and driver assistance services offered by OnStar.

Comfort Features

Convenience Features

Audio Steering Wheel Controls

Remote Vehicle Start

Headlamp Controls and Automatic System

Windshield Wipers and Washer

Cruise Control Operation

Explains how to use the cruise control system, including set, resume, and cancel functions.

Performance and Maintenance

Antilock Brake System (ABS)

Explains the function and warning light of the Antilock Brake System.

Traction Control and Stability Systems

Details Traction Control (TCS) and StabiliTrak® stability control systems.

Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock

Resetting the Oil Life System