Volume 1

Foreword

This manual provides information on the diagnosis, the service procedures, the adjustments, and the specifications for the 2001 Buick LeSabre.

Information on transmission unit repair (overhaul) can be found in the 2001Transmission/Transaxle/Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual (TURM), GMPT/TURM, available separately. The TURM manual contains information on automatic and manual transmissions and transaxles, and transfer cases for all GM passenger cars and light duty trucks, including the fluid flow and circuit description information.

Technicians who understand the material in this manual and in the appropriate Dealer Service Bulletins better serve the vehicle owners.

When this manual refers to a brand name, a part number, or a specific tool, an equivalent product may be used in place of the recommended item. All information, illustrations, and specifications in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication approval. General Motors reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.

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General Motors Corporation

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The information cutoff date is May 18, 2000.

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