Buick LaCrosse: Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
This emergency operating mode allows the vehicle to be driven to a safe place in an emergency situation. If an overheated engine condition exists, an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of cylinders helps prevent engine damage. In this mode, there is significant loss in power and engine performance.
2.4L L4 Engine
The engine coolant temperature warning light comes on the instrument panel, to indicate the vehicle has entered overheated engine protection operating mode.
Driving extended distances and/or towing a trailer in the overheat protection mode should be avoided.
3.6L V6 Engine
The engine coolant temperature warning light comes on the instrument panel, to indicate the vehicle has entered overheated engine protection operating mode.
The temperature gauge also indicates an overheat condition exists. Driving extended distances and/or towing a trailer in the overheat protection mode should be avoided.
3.6L V6 Engine
If the temperature overheat gauge is
no longer in the overheat zone or an
engine coolant temperature warning
light no longer displays, the vehicle
can be driven. Continue to drive the
vehicl ...
Power Steering Fluid (2.4L L4 Engine)
The vehicle has electric power
steering and does not use power
steering fluid. ...
See also:
Filter replacement
It must be replaced when necessary, and should not be cleaned and reused. You
can clean the filter when inspecting the air cleaner element. Clean the filter by
using compressed air.
1. Loosen ...
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
WARNING
Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in the vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the fuel vapor. You can be badly burned and the vehicle damaged ...
Stop the vehicle immediately.
The following warning indicates the possibility of damage to the vehicle
that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.
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