Buick LaCrosse: Maintenance when Trailer
Towing
The vehicle needs service more often when pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule. Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid, engine oil, axle lubricant, belts, cooling system, and brake system. Inspect these before and during the trip.
Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight.
Leaving After Parking on a Hill
1. Apply and hold the brake pedal
while you:
1.1. Start the engine.
1.2. Shift into a gear.
1.3. Release the parking brake.
2. Let up on the brake pedal.
3. Drive slowly until the trailer is
...
Engine Cooling when Trailer
Towing
The cooling system may temporarily
overheat during severe operating
conditions. See Engine Overheating. ...
See also:
Changing a Flat Tire
NOTE:
If the following occurs while driving, it could indicate a flat tire.
- Steering becomes difficult.
- The vehicle begins to vibrate excessively.
- The vehicle pulls in one direction.
If you ...
Windshield washer fluid
CAUTION
Never use engine coolant as washer fluid because it could cause paint damage.
If you spray washer fluid on the windshield but the windshield washer fluid warning
light illuminates or the ...
When the System Does Not
Seem to Work Properly
The RVC system may not work
properly or display a clear image if:
• The RVC is turned off. See
“Turning the Rear Camera
System On or Off” earlier in this
section.
• It is dark.
• ...
