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How to adjust the time on the classic GL8?

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McEmiliano
07/29/25 5:06pm

The method to adjust the time on the classic GL8 is: 1. Turn on the ignition to power the vehicle, there is a button at the lower left and lower right corners of the dashboard; 2. The left button is the selection key, press it once to adjust the hour, the right button is the adjustment key, press it once to increase a value; 3. Press the left button twice continuously to adjust the minutes, operate quickly when adjusting the time. The Buick GL8 is an MPV under the Buick brand, with body dimensions of: length 5256mm, width 1878mm, height 1776mm, wheelbase 3088mm, and minimum ground clearance of 144mm.

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StZachary
08/14/25 7:22am

I've been driving a classic GL8 for several years and adjusting the time is something I often encounter, especially when switching between summer and winter time differences. The method is quite simple: After getting in the car, don't start the engine, just turn on the power and look at the small clock in the center of the dashboard. There's a knob or button at the bottom right, usually a round button. Press and hold it for about 5 seconds until the clock digits start flashing. Then rotate the knob or press the up/down buttons to adjust the hour, and press the adjustment button once more to switch to minutes. Once adjusted, press the confirmation button briefly to set it. It's worth noting that if the battery is aging and the time frequently resets, it's best to replace the battery or check it regularly. Adjust the time before long trips to avoid missing appointments. It's also a good idea to keep a manual in the car in case you forget the steps.

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McClayton
10/13/25 4:57am

I usually drive a GL8 to pick up and drop off my kids for school, and getting the time wrong can be really troublesome. The trick to adjusting it is to turn on the car's electrical system without starting the engine. You'll see the time displayed on the dashboard. Look for a small button nearby called the 'Set' button, and hold it down until the time starts flashing. Then, use the rotary knob on the left side of the steering wheel—turn it left to decrease the hours and right to increase them. Press the middle button to switch to adjusting the minutes. Once you've set the time, lightly press the 'Set' button to confirm. Remember not to do this while driving—safety first. If the buttons respond slowly, they might be dirty or have poor contact; a quick wipe should fix it.

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HarrisonFitz
11/26/25 5:56am

As a car enthusiast, I find the time setting of the classic GL8 quite straightforward. You just need to power on the vehicle and look at the clock area on the instrument panel. Use the steering wheel menu button to enter the settings interface and find the "Clock" option. After selecting it, the time will automatically blink, then use the H/M buttons to toggle between adjusting hours and minutes. Confirm to save and exit. A practical tip: frequent time resets might be due to low voltage, so check the alternator or battery status. For long trips, syncing with the GPS system can save you the hassle.

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