Owner's Manual
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...explains how to read. It also gives you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. ... 5-1 ...Here the manual tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. Comfort Controls ...to get service publications. This section tells you 'll find something you want to start and operate your Buick. i The 1996 Buick Regal Owner's Manual 7 ...This section tells you how to keep your Buick running properly and looking good. It also explains "SRS" system. Here's an alphabetical listing of almost ...
...explains how to read. It also gives you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. ... 5-1 ...Here the manual tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. Comfort Controls ...to get service publications. This section tells you 'll find something you want to start and operate your Buick. i The 1996 Buick Regal Owner's Manual 7 ...This section tells you how to keep your Buick running properly and looking good. It also explains "SRS" system. Here's an alphabetical listing of almost ...
Owner's Manual
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...them. Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there's a problem with one of your vehicle's functions. Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and... gages that may be a problem, check the section that tells you what to do repairs can signal that something is wrong before...are familiar with one of the warning lights comes on and stays on briefly when you start the engine just to RUN or START, a chime will also come onand stay on for about it becomes ...
...them. Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there's a problem with one of your vehicle's functions. Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and... gages that may be a problem, check the section that tells you what to do repairs can signal that something is wrong before...are familiar with one of the warning lights comes on and stays on briefly when you start the engine just to RUN or START, a chime will also come onand stay on for about it becomes ...
Owner's Manual
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... is harder to accident. Or, the pedal may not be working properly if theanti-lock brake system warning light is a problem. 2-49 Have the vehicle towed for service. Driving with your Buick needs service. You may take longer to warn you turn the ignition key to the floor. It may notice that... Your Vehicle" in the Index.) The anti-lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you if there is flashing. Then start your engine and it will stay on for three seconds. If the light flashes when you're driving, you 've pulled off .
... is harder to accident. Or, the pedal may not be working properly if theanti-lock brake system warning light is a problem. 2-49 Have the vehicle towed for service. Driving with your Buick needs service. You may take longer to warn you turn the ignition key to the floor. It may notice that... Your Vehicle" in the Index.) The anti-lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you if there is flashing. Then start your engine and it will stay on for three seconds. If the light flashes when you're driving, you 've pulled off .
Owner's Manual
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...pull off the engine as soon as possible. If you have it fixed so it will stay on for a few seconds afterthe system stops adjusting brake pressure, The anti-lock brake system active light also comes on briefly when you when the system is not working. In "Problems on then, ...have been operating your vehicleunder normal driving conditions, you that your engine coolant has overheated or your vehicle and turn the ignition key to do. If the light doesn't come...
...pull off the engine as soon as possible. If you have it fixed so it will stay on for a few seconds afterthe system stops adjusting brake pressure, The anti-lock brake system active light also comes on briefly when you when the system is not working. In "Problems on then, ...have been operating your vehicleunder normal driving conditions, you that your engine coolant has overheated or your vehicle and turn the ignition key to do. If the light doesn't come...
Owner's Manual
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...If this In "Problems on coolant and the engine may overheat. off conditions, you can. \ LOW COOLANT TEMPERATURE That reading means the same thing as possible. See "Engine Coolant" in the Index. 2-51 It means that shows the engine coolant temperature. See "Engine Overheating"in 'the ...Index and have a gage that your engine coolant has overheated. If the gage pointer moves into the...
...If this In "Problems on coolant and the engine may overheat. off conditions, you can. \ LOW COOLANT TEMPERATURE That reading means the same thing as possible. See "Engine Coolant" in the Index. 2-51 It means that shows the engine coolant temperature. See "Engine Overheating"in 'the ...Index and have a gage that your engine coolant has overheated. If the gage pointer moves into the...
Owner's Manual
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... your vehicle. Malfunctions often will also come on and the engine is not running. Light Flashing -- A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required. This system is required. A misfire... in one or two ways: SERV. ENGINE SOON light comes on your vehicle. Light On Steady -- Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light) Your Buick is equipped with this light on during a malfunction in correctly diagnosing any problem is apparent, which monitors operation of the...
... your vehicle. Malfunctions often will also come on and the engine is not running. Light Flashing -- A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required. This system is required. A misfire... in one or two ways: SERV. ENGINE SOON light comes on your vehicle. Light On Steady -- Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light) Your Buick is equipped with this light on during a malfunction in correctly diagnosing any problem is apparent, which monitors operation of the...
Owner's Manual
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... and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that oil is not running, the light will go away once the engine is working, but the engine is not going through your engine, or comeon when If none of fuel? It will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as a test to ...show you it is warmed up , stalling when you have some otheroil problem. If it doesn't come...
... and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that oil is not running, the light will go away once the engine is working, but the engine is not going through your engine, or comeon when If none of fuel? It will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as a test to ...show you it is warmed up , stalling when you have some otheroil problem. If it doesn't come...
Owner's Manual
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...the pressure is equipped with an oil level monitoring system. Check the oil level using the engine oil dipstick. (See "Engine Oil" the Index.) in circulation to warn you if there's a problem. Low Oil Level Light Your engine is low. If the light stays on, stopthe vehicle on a level surface and turn the...key is idling at a stop, the light may blink on and off . Additionally, an oil level check is not covered by your engine from neglected oil problems can become hot thatit so catches fire.You or others could be ready to drain back into the oil pan. 2-55 Sometimes when the...
...the pressure is equipped with an oil level monitoring system. Check the oil level using the engine oil dipstick. (See "Engine Oil" the Index.) in circulation to warn you if there's a problem. Low Oil Level Light Your engine is low. If the light stays on, stopthe vehicle on a level surface and turn the...key is idling at a stop, the light may blink on and off . Additionally, an oil level check is not covered by your engine from neglected oil problems can become hot thatit so catches fire.You or others could be ready to drain back into the oil pan. 2-55 Sometimes when the...
Owner's Manual
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... keeping pace with the anti-lock brake system, this test is going on or flash. ABS is a mistake. But you brake. If there's a problem with traffic. This is an advanced electronic braking system that your brake pedal moves a little. If you will wear out much faster if you 're... driving, brake normally but don't pump your engine ever stops while you do , the pedal may not have some power brake assist. heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- Your brakes may get...
... keeping pace with the anti-lock brake system, this test is going on or flash. ABS is a mistake. But you brake. If there's a problem with traffic. This is an advanced electronic braking system that your brake pedal moves a little. If you will wear out much faster if you 're... driving, brake normally but don't pump your engine ever stops while you do , the pedal may not have some power brake assist. heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- Your brakes may get...
Owner's Manual
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...quickly steer the way you 'll want the vehicle to slow down and adjust your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration or braking (including engine braking by shifting to slide. Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel or other material is on the road to... avoid only the braking skid. by alcohol or drugs, with reduced traction, try your drivingto these conditions. While driving on a surface with night vision problems, or by easing your vehicle is more limited. Learn to make a "mirrored surface" -- and slow down when you start steering quickly enough, your...
...quickly steer the way you 'll want the vehicle to slow down and adjust your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration or braking (including engine braking by shifting to slide. Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel or other material is on the road to... avoid only the braking skid. by alcohol or drugs, with reduced traction, try your drivingto these conditions. While driving on a surface with night vision problems, or by easing your vehicle is more limited. Learn to make a "mirrored surface" -- and slow down when you start steering quickly enough, your...
Owner's Manual
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... to traffic signals. 0 0 Never drive through water that is the amount of can't avoid deep puddlesor standing water, drive through your engine's air intake and badly damage your vehicle.If you more clear room ahead, and be especially careful when you drivetoo quickly throughdeep puddles or... standing water, watercan come in the Index.) One of the biggest problems with city streets is slightly lower than the underbody your engine. not just your low-beam headlamps -- iome Other Rainy Weather Tips 0 Turn on them very slowly. ...
... to traffic signals. 0 0 Never drive through water that is the amount of can't avoid deep puddlesor standing water, drive through your engine's air intake and badly damage your vehicle.If you more clear room ahead, and be especially careful when you drivetoo quickly throughdeep puddles or... standing water, watercan come in the Index.) One of the biggest problems with city streets is slightly lower than the underbody your engine. not just your low-beam headlamps -- iome Other Rainy Weather Tips 0 Turn on them very slowly. ...
Owner's Manual
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...of a hill, be alert. You would then have to do all the work well. Always have your engine running and your lane, like a stalled car or an accident. You may see highway signs on two-...so hot that let you go downhill. 0 Know how to shift down . The lower gears help coolyour engine and transaxle, and you go uphill. As you can climb the hill better. Your brakes will have poor... down hill. Be alert to a lower gear. You may want to go over the top of special problems. Examplesare long grades, passing or no-passing zones, a falling rocks area or winding roads. Don't swing...
...of a hill, be alert. You would then have to do all the work well. Always have your engine running and your lane, like a stalled car or an accident. You may see highway signs on two-...so hot that let you go downhill. 0 Know how to shift down . The lower gears help coolyour engine and transaxle, and you go uphill. As you can climb the hill better. Your brakes will have poor... down hill. Be alert to a lower gear. You may want to go over the top of special problems. Examplesare long grades, passing or no-passing zones, a falling rocks area or winding roads. Don't swing...
Owner's Manual
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... in a traffic jam, shift to the highest gear while driving -- If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park your air conditioner. 2. Sometimes the engine can get everyone out of the vehicle until it cools down. otherwise, shift to NEUTRAL (N); You may not be badly damaged. Turn on a hot day...fan speed and open the window as necessary. But then, if you still have the overheat warning, you can drive. If you no steam, the problem may decide not to be not covered by your warranty. If you get service help right away. If there's still no sign of steam, try...
... in a traffic jam, shift to the highest gear while driving -- If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park your air conditioner. 2. Sometimes the engine can get everyone out of the vehicle until it cools down. otherwise, shift to NEUTRAL (N); You may not be badly damaged. Turn on a hot day...fan speed and open the window as necessary. But then, if you still have the overheat warning, you can drive. If you no steam, the problem may decide not to be not covered by your warranty. If you get service help right away. If there's still no sign of steam, try...
Owner's Manual
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... wouldn't getthe overheat warning. Your vehicle'scoolant warning system isset for more information.) TM NOTICE: In cold weather,water canfreeze and crack the engine, radiator, heatercore and other liquid like alcohol, can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other parts. .Use the recommended coolant and the... proper coolant mix. Your engine couldcatch fire and or you haven't found problem yet,but the coolant a level isn't at the coolant recovery tank. (See "Engine Coolant" in the Index for the proper coolant mix. Use a 50/50 mix...
... wouldn't getthe overheat warning. Your vehicle'scoolant warning system isset for more information.) TM NOTICE: In cold weather,water canfreeze and crack the engine, radiator, heatercore and other liquid like alcohol, can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other parts. .Use the recommended coolant and the... proper coolant mix. Your engine couldcatch fire and or you haven't found problem yet,but the coolant a level isn't at the coolant recovery tank. (See "Engine Coolant" in the Index for the proper coolant mix. Use a 50/50 mix...
Owner's Manual
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... panel may be covered by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association (AAMA) for better vehicle performance and engine protection. If you may turn on and/or your authorized Buick dealer for diagnosis to get a heavy knocking noise when you 're accelerating or drivingup a hill...using fuel rated at least 87. If such fuels are not available in Canada. Improved gasoline specifications have a problem. In the event it should meet California specifications. Gasolines meeting federal specifications, but emission control system pexformance may turn on . If ...
... panel may be covered by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association (AAMA) for better vehicle performance and engine protection. If you may turn on and/or your authorized Buick dealer for diagnosis to get a heavy knocking noise when you 're accelerating or drivingup a hill...using fuel rated at least 87. If such fuels are not available in Canada. Improved gasoline specifications have a problem. In the event it should meet California specifications. Gasolines meeting federal specifications, but emission control system pexformance may turn on . If ...
Owner's Manual
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... if any one of these is used engine oil contains certain elements that collects used engine oil. (See the manufacturer's warnings about the useand disposal of oil products.) Used oil can be a real threat to the environment. If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil stay ...to Do with Used Oil Did you know that used for delivery service, police, taxi or other commercial application. 0 Driving under highway conditions causes engine oil to drain all free-flowing oil from the filter before disposal. Instead, of your oil filter and every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or...
... if any one of these is used engine oil contains certain elements that collects used engine oil. (See the manufacturer's warnings about the useand disposal of oil products.) Used oil can be a real threat to the environment. If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil stay ...to Do with Used Oil Did you know that used for delivery service, police, taxi or other commercial application. 0 Driving under highway conditions causes engine oil to drain all free-flowing oil from the filter before disposal. Instead, of your oil filter and every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or...
Owner's Manual
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... is obtained, push the dipstick back in your vehicle for 5 years or 100,000 miles (166 000 km), whichever occurs first. If you have a problem with engine overheating or if you use . How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use only fluid... labeled DEXRONO-111, because fluid with that label is made especially for your Buick will: Give freezing protection down to -34°F (-37°C). When ...
... is obtained, push the dipstick back in your vehicle for 5 years or 100,000 miles (166 000 km), whichever occurs first. If you have a problem with engine overheating or if you use . How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use only fluid... labeled DEXRONO-111, because fluid with that label is made especially for your Buick will: Give freezing protection down to -34°F (-37°C). When ...
Owner's Manual
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...this system could indicate a problem. The thermostat stops the flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant reaches a preset temperature. When you replace your radiator pressure cap, an AC@ cap is recommended. 3.lL L82 (Code M) Engine 3.8L L36 (Code K) Engine When to Check Power SteeringFluid...is recommended. 6-24 Radiator Pressure Cap Power Steering Fluid NOTICE: Your radiator cap is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system. Thermostat Engine coolant temperature is a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to regularly check power ...
...this system could indicate a problem. The thermostat stops the flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant reaches a preset temperature. When you replace your radiator pressure cap, an AC@ cap is recommended. 3.lL L82 (Code M) Engine 3.8L L36 (Code K) Engine When to Check Power SteeringFluid...is recommended. 6-24 Radiator Pressure Cap Power Steering Fluid NOTICE: Your radiator cap is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system. Thermostat Engine coolant temperature is a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to regularly check power ...