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Re: cruise control on a 1997 Buick Park Avenue [mikekenny3]
Written by: imidazol97 on Jul 21, 2010 8:39:10 AM
>Hit the brake and it won't resume. That could be the brake switch at the top of the travel of the brake pedal. It pushes the switch in to tell the computer that the brake is not being depressed. Try lifting the pedal with your toe to make the connection. Without checking the schematic I believe there used to be a second path from brake disconnect and that was the third ... Read More
cruise control on a 1997 Buick Park Avenue
Written by: mikekenny3 on Jul 20, 2010 7:49:11 PM
I have a problem with my cruise control on a 1997 Buick Park Avenue. It only works once in a while only. It sets (very rarely) but if I hit the brake it won't resume. Also once it is set, if I hit the resume control once to bump up my speed my accelerator wants to keep going to the mat. Any ideas out there? Thanks, Mike.
Re: Left Turn Signal [itsakeeper]
Written by: imidazol97 on Jun 22, 2010 10:58:08 AM
I have not replaced or worked on a steering column. Does your key have the resistor chip on the throat of the key or is the coding in the plastic part of the key for the 97 Park Avenue? If it's the resistor chip in the key throat, then changing the steering column would mean you'd have to bypass the VATS system reading that chip or replace the lock cylinder in ... Read More

Garage door opener.
Written by: tommc2 on Jun 8, 2009 7:11:06 PM
1997 Buick park avenue i just bought has no owners manual. How do you program it. Thanks, Tom.

Re: Computer Chip/ Electrical Issue? [angiebyrd189]
Written by: imidazol97 on Oct 19, 2008 7:03:20 AM
I have not worked on 97 ParkAvenue but assuming it's setup somewhat like my 03 leSabre, there are different computer boxes that control different parts of the car. First you need to check every fuse with a continuity tester. They can look okay but be blown. I am assuming you have a fuse block under the hood and one under the rear seat with the battery. Also tighten grounds on the ... Read More

Re: Window and Ashtray, Park Avenue, 1998 [gcraig]
Written by: buickman3 on Jul 19, 2008 7:20:57 AM
I don't know about questions 1 & 2 but number 3 I know about. I have a 1997 Park and had the same problem with the driver's door. The inside of the door has to be taken apart to reach the problem. As repairs go these days, the entire latch showing outside has to be replaced and has to be painted to match your vehicle. Parts & labor $140. My Buick ... Read More

trouble code
Written by: mikekenny3 on Jul 19, 2007 12:46:45 PM
Hi, I'm getting a GM code P1441..."evaporative emission system flow during non-purge". Car is 1997 Buick Park Avenue with a 3.8. Can you give me any clues as to what is wrong. Thanks for any help, Mike.
Buick A/C Filter Change Help Reqquest...
Written by: albarrs on Mar 26, 2007 10:43:11 AM
1997 Buick Park Avenue: 3800 Engine I need to know how to get to the A/C filter down by the accelerator. The Owner Manual says it can be replaced or discarded, but I can't tell if I have to remove screws to get to it or if there is a door of some kind. Any help appreciated. Al albarrs@wfeca.net Florida

97 Buick PA Front wheel groan
Written by: pboerschlein on Dec 20, 2006 2:48:43 AM
I have a 1997 Park Avenue that I bought last summer with 126000 miles on it. Fortunately 1 week after I bought it from the dealership the intake issue occured and that was repaired under warranty. At the same time I had them look at the front end, because I was experiencing a groaning noise. They replaced the driverside wheel bearing and said that they still noticed something, but it should ... Read More
Opinion of 1997-2005 Park Avenues
Written by: bigunit67 on Dec 12, 2006 3:16:46 PM
I posted a similar question in the Regal forum a few days back, but for those of you that have owned a PA from this time frame, or maybe have owned two+, what is your overall opinion of them? I presently have a 1998 Regal GS and thought I'd sound out folks on what they think about the other Super Charged car in Buick's lineup. I am doing the math on ... Read More
Please Help - I don't know what to do
Written by: mqshaw on Jul 9, 2002 3:48:09 PM
Hi, my father in-law has just told me that he is selling his 1997 Buick Park Avenue, and was wondering if I am interested. Since I know nothing about them I would like to ask for your advice. The car has 108K on the clock, and he is asking for $7K. He says that it is in great condition (and I trust him). I have looked at edmunds and the kbb, ... Read More

TSB #73-71-04A (long post)
Written by: alcan on Apr 23, 2002 4:00:17 PM
TSB #73-71-04A SUBJECT: NOISE/VIBRATION/GROWL FROM FRONT OF VEHICLE ON RIGHT TURNS OR HARD ACCELERATION (REPLACE/REPOSITION REAR TRANSAXLE MOUNT) MODELS: 1995-98 BUICK RIVIERA, 1997-98 BUICK PARK AVENUE, 1995-98 OLDSMOBILE AURORA CONDITION: Some owners may comment on a noise, vibration or growl from front of vehicle during right turns or hard acceleration CAUSE: The rear transaxle mount may be grounded out due to a bound or twisted condition within the mount CORRECTION: FOR ... Read More

Buick Park Avenue
Written by: whoppie on Mar 17, 2000 11:10:28 AM
I was interested in buying a pre-owned 1997 or 1998 PA, until i read all the postings about this car. I'm really disappointed right now! I kind of fell in love with this car, and i'm just tried of driving 4x4's! To add on to that,i looked at all the info about the PA on the NHTSA website!(Whoa!) Still, i feel the PA(ultra)is for me. So check this out, if i ... Read More
Buick Park Avenue
Written by: whoppie on Mar 17, 2000 11:09:53 AM
I was interested in buying a pre-owned 1997 or 1998 PA, until i read all the postings about this car. I'm really disappointed right now! I kind of fell in love with this car, and i'm just tried of driving 4x4's! To add on to that,i looked at all the info about the PA on the NHTSA website! Still, i feel the PA(ultra)is for me. So check this out, if i ... Read More