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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Buick Lesabre AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Buick Lesabre cars and light trucks from 1990+

General Service Domestic Vehicles -> 2003-04 -> Refrigerant Recovery
Vehicle: 2004 Buick Lesabre Limited 3.8 V6 GAS

R-134a systems require the use of special service equipment designed specifically for R-134a systems. R-12 servicing equipment cannot be used on R-134a systems.

R-12 recovery stations cannot be used on R-134a systems. A separate recovery station must be used on R-134a systems. The refrigerants are not compatible and will contaminate the R-12 recovery station.

The use of refrigerant recovery and recycling stations allows the recovery and reuse of refrigerant after contaminants and moisture have been removed.

When using a recovery or recycling station...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Buick Lesabre AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Buick Lesabre cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Power Brake Unit Service
Vehicle: 2001 Buick Lesabre Custom 3.8 V6 GAS

Hydro-boost brake boosters are...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Buick Lesabre AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Buick Lesabre cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

General Motors Corp./Saturn Passenger Cars -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Except Aveo, Chevette 1.8L Diesel, Corvette, GTO, LaCrosse, Malibu (2004-06) & Malibu Maxx, Vibe, XLR, 2004-05 Corvette & 1998-2002 Metro & Prizm
Vehicle: 1998 Buick Lesabre Limited 3.8 V6 GAS

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spray of fuel.

After the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal driveability symptoms may occur. The vehicle may need to be driven while the v...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Buick Lesabre AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Buick Lesabre cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Buick Lesabre Limited 3.8 V6 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove tire and wheel assembly.
  • Install a brass drift or a screwdriver to prevent rotor from turning.
  • Remove axle nut and washer.
  • Remove ball joint pinch bolt, then using a suitable pry bar, separate ball joint from knuckle.
  • Remove drive axle from hub and bearing assembly using front hub spindle...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Buick Lesabre AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Buick Lesabre cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Wiring Diagrams -> Wire Color Code Identification
Vehicle: 2003 Buick Lesabre Limited 3.8 V6 GAS

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Buick Lesabre AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Buick Lesabre cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1991 Buick Lesabre 3.8 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove drive belt.
  • Remove alternator mounting bolts.
  • Disconnect connector from alternator.
  • Remove nut and B+ terminal from alternator.
  • Remove altern...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Buick Lesabre AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Buick Lesabre cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> General Motors Corp./Saturn -> 2000-05 Bonneville, LeSabre & 2001-02 Aurora
Vehicle: 2002 Buick Lesabre Custom 3.8 V6 GAS

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 12 months or 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

  • Open the hood.
  • Lift up the cabi...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Buick Lesabre AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Buick Lesabre cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

General Motors Corp./Saturn Cars -> Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2005 Buick Lesabre Custom 3.8 V6 GAS

This lamp should light for a approximately 6-8 seconds when the ignition is turned on as a bulb check. If the warni...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Buick Lesabre AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Buick Lesabre cars and light trucks from 1990+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1998 Buick Lesabre Limited 3.8 V6 GAS

Lower

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp from radiator using hose clamp pliers.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp from water pump housing using hose clamp pliers.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from water pump housing and from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to i...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Buick Lesabre AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Buick Lesabre cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1995 Buick Lesabre Limited 3.8 V6 GAS

  • On models equipped with airbag, disable airbag system.
  • On all models, disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Rotate tensioner counterclockwise using suitable tool to remove drive belt.
  • Remove tensioner pulley attaching bolt, then remove pulley.
  • Remove power steering pump from bracket and position aside.
  • Loosen, but do not remove, alternator attaching bolts, then remove alter...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Buick Lesabre AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Buick Lesabre cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Below LH Front Seat Diagram for 1992 Buick Lesabre Limited 3.8 V6 GASBelow LH Front Seat Diagram for 1992 Buick Lesabre Limited 3.8 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Computer Command Ride Controller
  • LH Front Of Engine Compartment Diagram for 1997 Buick Lesabre Custom 3.8 V6 GASLH Front Of Engine Compartment Diagram for 1997 Buick Lesabre Custom 3.8 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Ground G-104
  • Ground G-106
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Buick Lesabre AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Buick Lesabre cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1990 Buick Lesabre Estate Wagon 5.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1990 Buick Lesabre Estate Wagon 5.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Brake
  • Ignition Switch
  • ABS Indicator
  • Check Engine
  • Lights Required Indicator
  • 2003 Buick Lesabre Limited 3.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2003 Buick Lesabre Limited 3.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Horn Relay
  • Horn Assembly
  • Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module
  • Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil
  • Dash Integration Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Buick Lesabre AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Buick Lesabre cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: 18 DIGIT "SNAPSHOT/CHARGE SUMMARY" CODE NO LONGER REQUIRED FOR A/C REFRIGERANT SYSTEM REPAIRS SUBMITTED FOR WARRANTY REIMBURSEMENT - REVISED
    Vehicle: 1989 Buick Lesabre 3.8 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Heating, A/C, Ventilation, Defogger
  • Document: METAL PANEL BONDING - REVISED
    Vehicle: 1986 Buick Lesabre Estate Wagon 5.0 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Finishes, Body Structure, Frame, Bumpers
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Buick Lesabre AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Buick Lesabre cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Buick Lesabre cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Buick Lesabre cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Buick Lesabre cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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