How to adjust the instrument time on the old GL8?
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The method to adjust the instrument time on the old GL8 is as follows: 1. Turn on the radio power; 2. Locate the RPT button on the panel and press and hold it for 3 seconds; 3. When the screen display starts flashing, rotate the knob on the right to adjust the hour; 4. Then press the center button of the right knob to select and adjust the minutes; 5. Turn off the radio, and the time will be set correctly. The body dimensions of the old GL8 are 5203mm in length, 1878mm in width, and 1805mm in height, with a wheelbase of 3088mm. The Buick GL8 features design elements such as a three-dimensional waterfall grille, multi-dimensional blue Bi-Xenon HID headlights, a 360-degree wraparound interior design, and ice-blue ambient lighting. The powertrain includes a 3.0L V6 SIDI direct injection engine, a 2.4L Ecotec engine, and a six-speed automatic transmission. It also comes with OnStar All-Time Online Assistant and Buick's high-standard QuietTuning noise reduction technology.
When I used to drive the older model GL8, I often encountered the issue of the dashboard clock being inaccurate, which was really annoying. Adjusting the time is actually quite simple. First, turn the key to the ON position but don't start the engine. Then, look for a small button on the left or right side of the dashboard, labeled SET or something similar. Press and hold that button for a few seconds, and the time display on the dashboard will start blinking, entering the setting mode. At this point, use the adjacent knob or up/down buttons to adjust the hours and minutes. Once set, press SET again to confirm. If the button isn't working properly, it might be due to aging contacts or dust inside the car—try cleaning it or spraying some cleaner. Also, if the battery in an old GL8 is weak, the time might reset to zero, so it's important to regularly check the battery's health. In short, don't overlook this small detail. An inaccurate clock can affect navigation and trip planning. Taking a few minutes to fix it will make your drive more worry-free.
