Driver Information Center Programming

2000 Buick Park Avenue Base, 3.8 KSECTION Driver Information Center Programming

If vehicle is equipped with Driver Information Center (DIC), all personal programming options may changed through DIC. To enter programming mode, perform following:

  1. Turn ignition on, engine off. Keep transaxle in PARK position. Inform DIC which driver is to be programmed by pressing UNLOCK button on appropriate RKE transmitter.
  2. Press and hold ENG/MET button for 5 seconds, WELCOME TO BUICK OPTION FEATURE will appear in display. Next display is ARMREST BUTTON CHANGES DIVER #. DIC is now ready to program personal options.
  3. To change an option, use ENG/MET button to toggle between choices. Press RESET button to move to next feature. Pressing UNLOCK button on RKE transmitter will return to beginning of feature list. Turning ignition off or pressing any other button on DIC will exit programming mode.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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