2004 Buick Regal Owners Manual

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600 miles (1 000 km). It is possible that, if you are driving under the best conditions, the engine oil life system may not indicate that vehicle service is necessary for over a year. However, your engine oil and ﬁlter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset. Your GM Goodwrench dealer has GM-trained service technicians who will perform this work using genuine GM parts and reset the system. 6-4 If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally, you must service your vehicle within 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since your last service. Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed. See Engine Oil on page 5-16 for information on the Engine Oil Life System and resetting the system. When the CHANGE OIL SOON light appears, certain services, checks and inspections are required. Required services are described in the following for “Maintenance I” and “Maintenance II.” Generally, it is recommended that your ﬁrst service be Maintenance I, your second service be Maintenance II and that you alternate Maintenance I and Maintenance II thereafter. However, in some cases, Maintenance II may be required more often. Maintenance I — Use Maintenance I if the light comes on within ten months since the vehicle was purchased or Maintenance II was performed. Maintenance II — Use Maintenance II if the previous service performed was Maintenance I. Always use Maintenance II whenever the light comes on ten months or more since the last service or if the light has not come on at all for one year. Service Maintenance I Maintenance II Change engine oil and ﬁlter. Reset oil life system. See Engine Oil on page 5-16. An Emission Control Service. Visually check for any leaks or damage. See footnote (k). Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter. If necessary, replace ﬁlter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-22. An Emission Control Service. See footnote †. Rotate tires and check inﬂation pressures and wear. See Tires on page 5-61. Inspect brake system. See footnote (a). Check engine coolant and windshield washer ﬂuid levels and add ﬂuid as needed. Perform any needed additional services. See “Additional Required Services” in this section. Inspect suspension and steering components. See footnote (b). Inspect engine cooling system. See footnote (c). Inspect wiper blades. See footnote (d). Inspect restraint system components. See footnote (e). Lubricate body components. See footnote (f). Check transaxle ﬂuid level and add ﬂuid as needed. Replace passenger compartment air ﬁlter. See footnote (g). Inspect throttle system. See footnote (j). • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 6-5 Additional Required Services The following services should be performed at the ﬁrst maintenance service (I or II) after the indicated miles (kilometers) shown for each item. Service Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks. Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components. Replace engine air cleaner ﬁlter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-22. An Emission Control Service. Supercharger service (if equipped). An Emission Control Service. See footnotes † and (l). Change automatic transaxle ﬂuid and ﬁlter (severe service). See footnote (h). Change automatic transaxle ﬂuid and ﬁlter (normal service). Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. Engine cooling system service (or every 5 years, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. See footnote (i). Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service. 6-6 25,000 (41 500) • • 50,000 (83 000) • • 75,000 (125 000) • • 100,000 (166 000) • • 125,000 (207 500) • • 150,000 (240 000) • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Maintenance Footnotes † The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle’s useful life. We, however, urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. (a) Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chaﬁng, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Inspect other brake parts, including calipers, parking brake, etc. (b) Visually inspect front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose or missing parts or signs of wear. Inspect power steering lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chaﬁng, etc. (c) Visually inspect hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, ﬁttings and clamps; replace with genuine GM parts as needed. To help ensure proper operation, a pressure test of the cooling system and pressure cap and cleaning the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser is recommended at least once a year. (d) Visually inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield. (e) Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced. Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings, and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system does not need regular maintenance.) (f) Lubricate all key lock cylinders. Lubricate all hinges and latches, including those for the body doors, hood, secondary latch, pivots, spring anchor, release pawl, rear compartment, glove box door, console door and any folding seat hardware. More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment. Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips with a clean cloth will make them last longer, seal better and not stick or squeak. (g) If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the ﬁlter may require replacement more often. 6-7 (h) Change automatic transaxle ﬂuid and ﬁlter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: − In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher. − In hilly or mountainous terrain. − When doing frequent trailer towing. − Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. (i) Drain, ﬂush and reﬁll cooling system. See Engine Coolant on page 5-26 for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and ﬁller neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. (j) Check throttle system for interference or binding and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator or cruise control cables. (k) A ﬂuid loss in any vehicle system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired and the ﬂuid level checked. Add ﬂuid if needed. (l) For supercharged engines onl: Check the supercharger oil level and add the proper supercharger oil as needed (or every 36 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12. 6-8 Owner Checks and Services These owner checks and services should be performed at the intervals speciﬁed to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Your GM Goodwrench dealer can assist you with these checks and services. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any ﬂuids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12. At Each Fuel Fill It is important to perform these underhood checks at each fuel ﬁll. Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary. See Engine Oil on page 5-16 for further details. Notice: and keep it at the proper level. Failure to keep your engine oil at the proper level can cause damage to your engine not covered by your warranty. It is important to check your oil regularly Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL® coolant mixture if necessary. See Engine Coolant on page 5-26 for further details. Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer ﬂuid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper ﬂuid if necessary. At Least Once a Month Tire Inﬂation Check Visually inspect your tires and make sure tires are inﬂated to the correct pressures. Do not forget to check your spare tire. See Tires on page 5-61 for further details. Cassette Tape Player Service Clean cassette tape player. Cleaning should be done every 50 hours of tape play. See Audio System(s) on page 3-44 for further details. At Least Once a Year Starter Switch Check {CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake. See Parking Brake on page 2-24 if necessary. Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts. 3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The starter should work only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the starter works in any other position, contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service. 6-9 Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check {CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position. The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). The key should come out only in LOCK. Contact your GM Goodwrench dealer if service is required. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface. 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. See Parking Brake on page 2-24 if necessary. Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move. 3. With the engine off, turn the key to the RUN position, but don’t start the engine. Without applying the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of PARK (P) with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of PARK (P), contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service. 6-10 (cid:127) (cid:127) Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle Park (P) Mechanism Check Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake. {CAUTION: When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move. To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only. To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability: With the engine running, shift to PARK (P). Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake. Contact your GM Goodwrench dealer if service is required. Underbody Flushing Service At least every spring, use plain water to ﬂush any corrosive materials from the underbody. Take care to clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris can collect. 6-11 (cid:127) (cid:127) Usage Automatic Transaxle Key Lock Cylinders Supercharger Fluid/Lubricant DEXRON®-III Automatic Transmission Fluid. Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). Supercharger Oil (GM Part No. U.S. 12345982, in Canada 10953513). See Supercharger Oil on page 5-21. Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. U.S. 12346293, in Canada 992723) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Hood and Door Hinges Weatherstrip Conditioning Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. U.S. 12345579, in Canada 992887). Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, part number or speciﬁcation may be obtained from your dealer. Usage Engine Oil Engine Coolant Hydraulic Brake System Fluid/Lubricant Engine oil which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute Certiﬁed for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. To determine the proper viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see Engine Oil on page 5-16. 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL® Coolant. See Engine Coolant on page 5-26. Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT-3 brake ﬂuid. Windshield Washer Solvent GM Optikleen® Washer Solvent. Power Steering GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 89021184, in Canada 89021186). System 6-12 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your dealer. Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Engine Oil Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Spark Plugs Gap Windshield Wiper Blades Type Length 24508572 25010792 10406026 12568387 .060 inches (1.52 mm) ACDelco® Part Number A1614C PF-47 — 41–101 .060 inches (1.52 mm) 22143943 — Shepherd’s Hook Style 22.0 inches (56.0 cm) 6-13 Engine Drive Belt Routing Engine Belt Routing for L36 Engine (3.8 Liter) Engine Belt Routing for L67 Supercharged Engine ((3.8 Liter) A. Engine Belt B. Supercharger Engine Belt 6-14 Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. See Maintenance Requirements on page 6-2 in this section. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-8 can be added on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed Maintenance Record 6-15 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed Maintenance Record (cont’d) 6-16 Section 7 Customer Assistance and Information Customer Assistance and Information ...............7-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ......................7-2 Online Owner Center ......................................7-3 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ...............................................7-4 Customer Assistance Offices ............................7-4 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities ..................................................7-5 Roadside Assistance Program ..........................7-6 Courtesy Transportation ...................................7-7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records ....................................7-9 Reporting Safety Defects ................................7-10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government ..............................................7-10 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government ..............................................7-11 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors .........................................7-11 Service Publications Ordering Information .........7-11 7-1 Customer Assistance and Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Buick. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur. If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction, the following steps should be taken: STEP ONE: Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management. Normally, concerns can be quickly resolved at that level. If the matter has already been reviewed with the sales, service or parts manager, contact the owner of the dealership or the general manager. STEP TWO: If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, contact the Buick Customer Assistance Center by calling 1-800-521-7300. In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). 7-2 We encourage you to call the toll-free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention. Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative: (cid:127) Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (This is available from the vehicle registration or title, or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield.) (cid:127) Dealership name and location (cid:127) Vehicle delivery date and present mileage When contacting Buick, please remember that your concern will likely be resolved at a dealer’s facility. That is why we suggest you follow Step One ﬁrst if you have a concern. STEP THREE: Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisﬁed with your new vehicle. However, if you continue to remain unsatisﬁed after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, you should ﬁle with the BBB Auto Line Program to enforce any additional rights you may have. Canadian owners refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for information on the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP). The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to ﬁling a court action, use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days. If you do not agree with the decision given in your case, you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you. You may contact the BBB Auto Line Program using the toll-free telephone number or write them at the following address: BBB Auto Line Program Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc. 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington, VA 22203-1804 Telephone: 1-800-955-5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Eligibility is limited by vehicle age, mileage and other factors. General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or discontinue its participation in this program. Online Owner Center The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs. You can ﬁnd your speciﬁc vehicle information all in one place. The Owner Center allows you to: (cid:127) Get e-mail service reminders. (cid:127) Access information about your speciﬁc vehicle, including tips and videos and an electronic version of this owner’s manual. (United States only) (cid:127) Keep track of your vehicle’s service history and maintenance schedule. Find GM dealers for service nationwide. (cid:127) Receive special promotions and privileges only available to members. (United States only) Refer to the web for updated information. To register your vehicle, visit www.MyGMLink.com. (United States) or My GM Canada within www.gmcanada.com (Canada). 7-3 (cid:127) From Puerto Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish) Fax Number: 313-381-0022 From U.S. Virgin Islands 1-800-496-9994 Fax Number: 313-381-0022 Canada – Customer Assistance General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-263-7854 (French) 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-268-6800 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Buick has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Buick by dialing: 1-800-83-BUICK. (TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.) Customer Assistance Offices Buick encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes to write to Buick, the letter should be addressed to Buick’s Customer Assistance Center. United States – Customer Assistance Buick Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33136 Detroit, MI 48232-5136 1-800-521-7300 1-800-832-8425 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-252-1112 Fax Number: 313-381-0022 7-4 Overseas – Customer Assistance Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit. Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands) – Customer Assistance General Motors de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V. Customer Assistance Center Paseo de la Reforma # 2740 Col. Lomas de Bezares C.P. 11910, Mexico, D.F. 01-800-508-0000 Long Distance: 011-52-53 29 0 800 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program, available to qualiﬁed applicants, can reimburse you up to $1,000 toward eligible aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle (hand controls, wheelchair/ scooter lifts, etc.). This program can also provide you with free resource information, such as area driver assessment centers and mobility equipment installers. The offer is available for a limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase/lease. For more details, or to determine your vehicle’s eligibility, see your GM dealer or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text telephone (TTY) users, call 1-800-833-9935. GM of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) for details. All TTY users call 1-800-263-3830. 7-5 Roadside Assistance Program Buick Motor Division is proud to offer Buick Premium Roadside Assistance to customers for vehicles covered under the 3 year/36,000 mile (60 000 km) new car warranty (whichever occurs ﬁrst). Our commitment to Buick owners has always included superior service through our network of Buick dealers. Buick Premium Roadside Assistance provides an extra measure of convenience and security. Buick’s Roadside Assistance toll-free number is staffed by a team of technically trained advisors, who are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We take anxiety out of uncertain situations by providing minor repair information over the phone or making arrangements to tow your vehicle to the nearest Buick dealer. We will provide the following services for 3 years/36,000 miles (60 000 km), at no expense to you: Fuel delivery Lock-out service (identiﬁcation required) Tow to nearest dealership for warranty service (cid:127) Change a ﬂat tire Jump starts 7-6 We have quick, easy access to telephone numbers of the following additional services depending on your needs: (cid:127) Hotels (cid:127) Glass replacement Tire repair facilities (cid:127) Rental vehicle or taxis (cid:127) Airports or train stations (cid:127) Police, ﬁre department or hospitals In many instances, mechanical failures are covered under Buick’s comprehensive warranty. However, when other services are utilized, our advisors will explain any payment obligations you might incur. For prompt and efficient assistance when calling, please provide the following information to give the advisor: Location of vehicle Telephone number of your location (cid:127) Vehicle model, year and color (cid:127) Mileage of vehicle (cid:127) Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) (cid:127) Vehicle license plate number (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) Buick reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when, in Buick’s judgement, the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence. While we hope you never have the occasion to use our service, it is added security while traveling for you and your family. Remember, we’re only a phone call away. Buick Roadside Assistance: 1-800-252-1112, text telephone (TTY) users, call 1-888-889-2438. Canadian Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive Roadside Assistance program accessible from anywhere in Canada or the United States. Please refer to the Warranty and Owner Assistance Information book. Courtesy Transportation Buick has always exempliﬁed quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles. To enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation, a customer support program for new vehicles. The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to retail purchase/lease customers in conjunction with the Bumper-to-Bumper coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Several transportation options are available when warranty repairs are required. This will reduce your inconvenience during warranty repairs. 7-7 Plan Ahead When Possible When your vehicle requires warranty service, you should contact your dealer and request an appointment. By scheduling a service appointment and advising your service consultant of your transportation needs, your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience. If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately, keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service, unless, of course, the problem is safety-related. If it is, please call your dealership, let them know this, and ask for instructions. If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service, you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for same day repair. Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, if you are unable to wait Buick helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options. Depending on the circumstances, your dealer can offer you one of the following: Shuttle Service Participating dealers can provide you with shuttle service to get to your destination with minimal interruption of your daily schedule. This includes a one way or round trip shuttle ride to a destination up to 10 miles from the dealership. 7-8 Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, reimbursement (ﬁve days maximum) may be available for the use of public transportation such a s taxi or bus. In addition, should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative, reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses (ﬁve day maximum) may be available. Claim amounts should reﬂect actual costs and be supported by original receipts. Courtesy Rental Vehicle Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle you obtained if your vehicle is kept for a warranty repair. Reimbursement will be limited to a maximum of $30 a day and must be supported by receipts. This requires that you sign and complete a rental agreement and meet state, local and rental vehicle provider requirements. Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements, insurance coverage, credit card, etc. You are responsible for taxes, levies, usage fees, excessive mileage or rental usage beyond the completion of the repair. Generally it is not possible to provide a like-vehicle as a courtesy rental. Additional Program Information Courtesy Transportation is available during the Bumper-to-Bumper warranty coverage period, but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information. Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealers and all program options, such as shuttle service, may not be available at every dealer. Please contact your dealer for speciﬁc information about availability. All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel. Canadian Vehicles: For warranty repairs during the Complete Vehicle Coverage period of the General Motors of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty, alternative transportation may be available under the Courtesy Transportation Program. Please consult your dealer for details. General Motors reserves the right to unilaterally modify, change or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any time and to resolve all questions of claim eligibility pursuant to the terms and conditions described herein at its sole discretion. Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records Your vehicle, like other modern motor vehicles, has a number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle’s performance. Your vehicle uses on-board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy, to monitor conditions for airbag deployment and, if so equipped, to provide anti-lock braking and to help the driver control the vehicle in difficult driving situations. Some information may be stored during regular operations to facilitate repair of detected malfunctions; other information is stored only in a crash or near crash event by computer systems commonly called event data recorders (EDR). In a crash or near crash event, computer systems, such as the Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) in your vehicle may record information about the condition of the vehicle and how it was operated, such as engine speed, brake applications, throttle position, vehicle speed, seat belt usage, airbag readiness, airbag performance data, and the severity of a collision. This information has been used to improve vehicle crash performance and may be used to improve crash performance of future vehicles and driving safety. Unlike the data recorders on many airplanes, these on-board systems do not record sounds, such as conversation of vehicle occupants. 7-9 To read this information, special equipment is needed and access to the vehicle or the SDM is required. GM will not access information about a crash event or share it with others other than (cid:127) with the consent of the vehicle owner or, if the vehicle is leased, with the consent of the lessee, in response to an official request of police or similar government office, as part of GM’s defense of litigation through the discovery process, or as required by law. In addition, once GM collects or receives data, GM may use the data for GM research needs, (cid:127) make it available for research where appropriate conﬁdentiality is to be maintained and need is shown, or share summary data which is not tied to a speciﬁc vehicle with non-GM organizations for research purposes. Others, such as law enforcement, may have access to the special equipment that can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or SDM. If your vehicle is equipped with OnStar, please check the OnStar subscription service agreement or manual for information on its operations and data collection. 7-10 Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying General Motors. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it ﬁnds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer or General Motors. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in the Washington, D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation Washington, D.C. 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline. (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $120.00 Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments, and speciﬁcations for GM transmissions, transaxles, and transfer cases. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $50.00 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited. You may write to: Transport Canada 330 Sparks Street Tower C Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0N5 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at 1-800-521-7300, or write: Buick Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33136 Detroit, MI 48232-5136 In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). Or, write: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 7-11 Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle. In Canada, information pertaining to Product Service Bulletins can be obtained by contacting your General Motors dealer or by calling 1-800-GM-DRIVE (1-800-463-7483). Owner’s Information Owner publications are written speciﬁcally for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. The owner’s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models. In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner’s Manual, and Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $25.00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles. To request an order form, please specify year and model name of the vehicle. ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123 Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only (VISA-MasterCard-Discover), visit Helm, Inc. on the World Wide Web at: www.helminc.com Or you can write to: Helm, Incorporated P. O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation. Allow ample time for delivery. Note to Canadian Customers: All listed prices are quoted in U.S. funds. Canadian residents are to make checks payable in U.S. funds. 7-12 A Accessory Power Outlets ................................. 3-16 Adding Washer Fluid ....................................... 5-42 Additional Program Information ........................... 7-9 Additives, Fuel ................................................. 5-6 Add-On Electrical Equipment ............................ 5-97 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) ...... 3-47, 3-54 Air Bag Readiness Light .......................................... 3-30 Air Bag Systems ............................................. 1-46 How Does an Air Bag Restrain? .................... 1-52 Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle ......... 1-54 What Makes an Air Bag Inﬂate? .................... 1-51 What Will You See After an Air Bag Inﬂates? ...... 1-52 When Should an Air Bag Inﬂate? ................... 1-51 Where Are the Air Bags? .............................. 1-49 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ................................. 5-22 Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) ...... 7-9 AM ............................................................... 3-62 Antenna, Backglass ......................................... 3-64 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ............................ 4-7 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ............... 3-32 Appearance Care ............................................ 5-89 Care of Safety Belts .................................... 5-92 Appearance Care (cont.) Chemical Paint Spotting ............................... 5-95 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle ................ 5-90 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle .............. 5-93 Finish Damage ............................................ 5-95 Sheet Metal Damage ................................... 5-95 Underbody Maintenance ............................... 5-95 Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials ................ 5-96 Weatherstrips .............................................. 5-92 Ashtrays ........................................................ 3-17 Audio System(s) ............................................. 3-44 Audio Steering Wheel Controls ...................... 3-62 Backglass Antenna ...................................... 3-64 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player ................ 3-63 Care of Your CD Player ............................... 3-64 Care of Your CDs ........................................ 3-64 Radio with Cassette and CD ......................... 3-52 Radio with CD ............................................ 3-45 Setting the Time .......................................... 3-45 Theft-Deterrent Feature ................................ 3-61 Understanding Radio Reception ..................... 3-62 Automatic Operation ........................................ 3-20 Automatic Transaxle Fluid .......................................................... 5-24 Operation ................................................... 2-21 B Backglass Antenna .......................................... 3-64 Backing Up .................................................... 4-43 Battery .......................................................... 5-46 Battery Replacement ......................................... 2-8 Battery Rundown Protection ............................. 3-16 Before Leaving on a Long Trip ......................... 4-23 Brake Parking ...................................................... 2-24 System Warning Light .................................. 3-31 Brake Fluid .................................................... 5-43 Brake Wear ................................................... 5-45 Brakes .......................................................... 5-43 Braking ........................................................... 4-6 Braking in Emergencies ..................................... 4-8 Break-In, New Vehicle ..................................... 2-17 Bulb Replacement ........................................... 5-55 Back-Up Lamps ........................................... 5-59 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) ........ 5-57 Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps ............. 5-56 Halogen Bulbs ............................................ 5-55 Headlamp Aiming ........................................ 5-53 Headlamps ................................................. 5-55 Replacement Bulbs ...................................... 5-59 Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps ............ 5-58 Buying New Tires ........................................... 5-72 California Fuel .................................................. 5-5 Canada – Customer Assistance .......................... 7-4 Canadian Owners ................................................ ii Canadian Roadside Assistance ........................... 7-7 Capacities and Speciﬁcations .......................... 5-103 Carbon Monoxide ................... 4-26, 4-39, 2-12, 2-29 Care of Safety Belts ................................................ 5-92 Your Cassette Tape Player ............................ 3-63 Your CD Player ........................................... 3-64 Your CDs ................................................... 3-64 Cassette Tape Messages ................................. 3-58 Cassette Tape Player Service ............................. 6-9 CD Adapter Kits ............................................. 3-59 CD Messages ........................................ 3-52, 3-61 Center Console Storage Area ........................... 2-35 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) ........... 5-57 Center Passenger Position, Safety Belts ............. 1-20 Chains, Tires .................................................. 5-76 Charging System Light .................................... 3-31 Check Engine Light ............................................... 3-35 Checking Coolant ............................................ 5-27 Checking Engine Oil ........................................ 5-16 Checking Things Under the Hood ...................... 5-10 Checking Your Restraint Systems ...................... 1-54 Chemical Paint Spotting ................................... 5-95 Child Restraints Child Restraint Systems ............................... 1-32 Infants and Young Children ........................... 1-29 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) ..................... 1-38 Older Children ............................................. 1-27 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System .............................. 1-40 Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Rear Seat Position ................................... 1-42 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position ............................... 1-40 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position ................................... 1-44 Top Strap ................................................... 1-36 Top Strap Anchor Location ............................ 1-37 Where to Put the Restraint ........................... 1-35 Cigarette Lighter ............................................. 3-17 Cleaning Inside of Your Vehicle .................................. 5-90 Outside of Your Vehicle ................................ 5-93 Underbody Maintenance ............................... 5-95 Weatherstrips .............................................. 5-92 Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels ..... 5-94 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses ....................... 5-93 Cleaning Fabric/Carpet .................................... 5-90 Cleaning Glass Surfaces .................................. 5-92 Cleaning Interior Plastic Components ................. 5-92 Cleaning Leather ............................................ 5-91 Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel ........... 5-92 Cleaning Tires ................................................ 5-95 Cleaning Vinyl ................................................ 5-91 Cleaning Windshield and Wiper Blades .............. 5-94 Climate Control System Air Filter, Passenger Compartment ................. 3-25 Dual .......................................................... 3-17 Dual Automatic ............................................ 3-20 Outlet Adjustment ........................................ 3-24 Compact Spare Tire ........................................ 5-89 Control Buttons ............................................... 3-43 Control of a Vehicle .......................................... 4-5 Convenience Net ............................................ 2-36 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage ............................ 3-34 Engine Temperature Warning Light ................. 3-34 Heater, Engine ............................................ 2-20 Cooling System .............................................. 5-32 Cornering Lamps ............................................ 3-13 Courtesy Lamps ............................................. 3-14 Cruise Control .................................................. 3-8 Cruise Control Light ........................................ 3-40 Current and Past Model Order Forms ................ 7-12 Customer Assistance Information Courtesy Transportation .................................. 7-7 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ....................................................... 7-4 Customer Assistance Offices ........................... 7-4 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ..................... 7-2 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities ................................................ 7-5 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors .... 7-11 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government ............................................ 7-11 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government ............................................ 7-10 Roadside Assistance Program ......................... 7-6 Service Publications Ordering Information ........ 7-11 Daytime Running Lamps/Automatic Headlamp System ....................................... 3-12 Defensive Driving ............................................. 4-2 Defogging and Defrosting ......................... 3-19, 3-23 Delayed Entry Lighting ..................................... 3-14 Delayed Exit Lighting ....................................... 3-15 Delayed Headlamps ........................................ 3-12 Delayed Locking ............................................... 2-6 Dinghy Towing ................................................ 4-32 Doing Your Own Service Work ........................... 5-3 Dolly Towing .................................................. 4-32 Dome Lamp ................................................... 3-16 Door Locks .......................................................... 2-9 Power Door Locks ....................................... 2-10 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ............. 2-10 Trunk Ajar Warning Light .............................. 3-40 Driver Position, Safety Belt ..................................... 1-12 Driver Information Center (DIC) ......................... 3-42 Driving At Night ..................................................... 4-17 City ........................................................... 4-21 Defensive ..................................................... 4-2 Drunken ....................................................... 4-2 Freeway ..................................................... 4-22 Hill and Mountain Roads .............................. 4-24 In Rain and on Wet Roads ........................... 4-18 Winter ........................................................ 4-26 Driving On Grades .......................................... 4-44 Driving on Snow or Ice .................................... 4-27 Driving Through Deep Standing Water ............... 4-20 Driving Through Flowing Water ......................... 4-20 Driving with a Trailer ....................................... 4-43 Dual Automatic Climate Control System ............. 3-20 Dual Climate Control System ............................ 3-17 E Electrical System Add-On Equipment ...................................... 5-97 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ........................... 5-98 Headlamp Wiring ......................................... 5-98 Power Windows and Other Power Options ...... 5-98 Windshield Wiper Fuses ............................... 5-98 Emergency Trunk Release Handle ..................... 2-13 Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs ................................................... 3-37 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ......................................... 5-22 Battery ....................................................... 5-46 Change Engine Oil Light ............................... 3-39 Check and Service Engine Soon Light ............ 3-35 Coolant ...................................................... 5-26 Coolant Heater ............................................ 2-20 Coolant Temperature Gage ........................... 3-34 Coolant Temperature Warning Light ................ 3-34 Drive Belt Routing ....................................... 6-14 Engine Compartment Overview ...................... 5-12 Exhaust ..................................................... 2-29 Oil ............................................................. 5-16 Overheating ................................................ 5-29 Starting ...................................................... 2-19 Supercharger Oil ......................................... 5-21 Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing .................. 4-45 Engine Oil Additives ........................................ 5-19 Entry Lighting ................................................. 3-14 Event Data Records (EDR) ................................ 7-9 Express-Down Window .................................... 2-15 Extender, Safety Belt ....................................... 1-26 Exterior Lamps ............................................... 3-11 Filter Engine Air Cleaner ...................................... 5-22 Finding a Program Type (PTY) Station ....... 3-48, 3-55 Finding a Station .................................... 3-46, 3-53 Finish Care .................................................... 5-93 Finish Damage ............................................... 5-95 Flash-to-Pass ................................................... 3-7 Flat Tire ........................................................ 5-77 Flat Tire, Changing ......................................... 5-78 Fluid Automatic Transaxle ..................................... 5-24 Power Steering ........................................... 5-40 Windshield Washer ...................................... 5-42 FM ............................................................... 3-62 Fog Lamps .................................................... 3-13 Folding Rear Seat ............................................ 1-6 Following Distance .......................................... 4-43 Fuel ............................................................... 5-4 Additives ...................................................... 5-6 California Fuel .............................................. 5-5 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ..................... 5-9 Filling Your Tank ........................................... 5-7 Fuels in Foreign Countries .............................. 5-6 Gage ......................................................... 3-41 Gasoline Octane ........................................... 5-4 Gasoline Speciﬁcations .................................. 5-5 Low Warning Light ....................................... 3-42 Full-Range Traction Control System ..................... 4-9 Fuses Fuses and Circuit Breakers ........................... 5-98 Windshield Wiper ......................................... 5-98 Gage Gasoline Engine Coolant Temperature ......................... 3-34 Fuel .......................................................... 3-41 Speedometer .............................................. 3-28 Tachometer ................................................. 3-29 Octane ........................................................ 5-4 Speciﬁcations ............................................... 5-5 Glove Box ..................................................... 2-35 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities ............................................. 7-5 Hazard Warning Flashers ................................... 3-4 Head Restraints ............................................... 1-5 Headlamp Aiming ....................................................... 5-53 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer .................... 3-6 Headlamp Wiring ............................................ 5-98 Headlamps .................................................... 5-55 Bulb Replacement ....................................... 5-55 Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps ............. 5-56 Halogen Bulbs ............................................ 5-55 Heated Seats ................................................... 1-3 Highway Hypnosis ........................................... 4-24 Hill and Mountain Roads .................................. 4-24 Hitches .......................................................... 4-42 Hood Checking Things Under ................................ 5-10 Release ..................................................... 5-11 Horn ............................................................... 3-5 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank ............................................ 5-34 How to Add Coolant to the Radiator .................. 5-35 How to Add Fluid ............................................ 5-26 How to Check ........................................ 5-24, 5-69 How to Check and Add Oil ............................... 5-22 How to Check Power Steering Fluid .................. 5-41 How to Use This Manual ...................................... ii How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ................... 1-11 Hydroplaning .................................................. 4-20 If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine .......... 5-31 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine ............... 5-30 If the Light Is Flashing ..................................... 3-36 If the Light Is On Steady ................................. 3-37 If You Are Caught in a Blizzard ......................... 4-28 If You Are Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow ....... 4-30 If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer ..................... 4-40 Ignition Positions ............................................. 2-18 Illumination on Remote Activation ........................ 2-7 Infants and Young Children, Restraints ............... 1-29 Inﬂation - Tire Pressure ................................... 5-68 Instrument Panel Cluster ....................................................... 3-27 Overview ..................................................... 3-2 Instrument Panel Brightness ............................. 3-14 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ............................ 5-98 Interior Lamps ................................................ 3-14 Jump Starting ................................................. 5-47 Keyless Entry System ....................................... 2-3 Keys ............................................................... 2-2 Lamps Exterior ...................................................... 3-11 Interior ....................................................... 3-14 Lap Belt ........................................................ 1-20 Lap-Shoulder Belt ................................... 1-12, 1-22 LATCH System Child Restraints ........................................... 1-38 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System .............................. 1-40 Leaving Your Vehicle ....................................... 2-11 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running ..................................................... 2-26 Light Air Bag Readiness ....................................... 3-30 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ................... 3-32 Light (cont.) Brake System Warning ................................. 3-31 Change Engine Oil ...................................... 3-39 Charging System ......................................... 3-31 Cruise Control ............................................. 3-40 Door/Trunk Ajar Warning ............................... 3-40 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning ............. 3-34 Low Fuel Warning ....................................... 3-42 Low Oil Level ............................................. 3-39 Low Traction ............................................... 3-33 Low Washer Fluid Warning ........................... 3-40 Malfunction Indicator .................................... 3-35 Oil Pressure ............................................... 3-38 Safety Belt Reminder ................................... 3-29 Security ..................................................... 3-40 Service Vehicle Soon ................................... 3-41 TCS Warning Light ...................................... 3-33 Tire Pressure .............................................. 3-35 Traction Control System (TCS) Warning .......... 3-33 Lighted Visor Vanity Mirrors .............................. 2-15 Loading Your Vehicle ....................................... 4-33 Lockout Protection .......................................... 2-11 Locks Door ........................................................... 2-9 Leaving Your Vehicle .................................... 2-11 Lockout Protection ....................................... 2-11 Power Door ................................................ 2-10 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ............. 2-10 Loss of Control ............................................... 4-15 Low Fuel Warning Light ................................... 3-42 Low Traction Light .......................................... 3-33 Low Washer Fluid Warning Light ....................... 3-40 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services ........................... 6-6 At Each Fuel Fill ........................................... 6-8 At Least Once a Month .................................. 6-9 At Least Once a Year .................................... 6-9 Introduction .................................................. 6-2 Maintenance Footnotes .................................. 6-7 Maintenance Record .................................... 6-15 Maintenance Requirements ............................. 6-2 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ......... 6-13 Owner Checks and Services ........................... 6-8 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ............. 6-12 Scheduled Maintenance ................................. 6-4 Using Your ................................................... 6-3 Your Vehicle and the Environment ................... 6-2 Maintenance When Trailer Towing ..................... 4-45 Making Turns ................................................. 4-43 Malfunction Indicator Light ................................ 3-35 Manual Operation ................................... 3-17, 3-21 Manual Seats ................................................... 1-2 Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle ............... 2-7 Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands) – Customer Assistance ....... 7-5 Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview ........................ 2-32 Automatic Dimming Rearview with OnStar® ..... 2-32 Manual Rearview Mirror ................................ 2-31 Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar® ............. 2-31 Outside Convex Mirror ................................. 2-33 Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors .................... 2-33 Modes ........................................................... 3-44 MyGMLink.com ................................................ 7-3 New Vehicle Break-In ...................................... 2-17 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ............ 6-13 Odometer ...................................................... 3-28 Off-Road Recovery .......................................... 4-14 Oil Change Engine Oil Light ............................... 3-39 Engine ....................................................... 5-16 Low Oil Level Light ...................................... 3-39 Oil (cont.) Pressure Light ............................................. 3-38 Supercharger, Engine ................................... 5-21 Older Children, Restraints ................................ 1-27 Online Owner Center ........................................ 7-3 OnStar® Personal Calling ................................. 2-35 OnStar® Services ............................................ 2-34 OnStar® System ............................................. 2-34 OnStar® Virtual Advisor .................................... 2-35 Operation Tips ................................................ 3-25 Other Warning Devices ...................................... 3-4 Outlet Adjustment ............................................ 3-24 Outside Convex Mirror ............................................. 2-33 Power Foldaway Mirrors ............................... 2-33 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode .......................................... 5-29 Overseas – Customer Assistance ........................ 7-5 Owner Checks and Services .............................. 6-8 Owners, Canadian ............................................... ii Owner’s Information ........................................ 7-12 Park (P) Shifting Into ................................................ 2-27 Shifting Out of ............................................ 2-27 Parking Brake ........................................................ 2-24 Over Things That Burn ................................. 2-28 Parking on Hills .............................................. 4-44 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ..................................................... 3-25 Passenger Control .......................................... 3-23 Passing ................................................. 4-14, 4-43 PASS-Key® II ................................................. 2-16 Perimeter Lighting ........................................... 3-15 Plan Ahead When Possible ................................ 7-8 Playing a Cassette Tape .................................. 3-57 Playing a CD ......................................... 3-50, 3-59 Playing the Radio ................................... 3-45, 3-52 Power Accessory Outlets ........................................ 3-16 Door Locks ................................................. 2-10 Electrical System ......................................... 5-98 Six-Way Seats .............................................. 1-3 Steering Fluid ............................................. 5-40 Windows .................................................... 2-15 Power Steering ............................................... 4-12 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ................................................. 2-10 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ......... 1-11 10 Radiator Pressure Cap .................................... 5-29 Radio Data System (RDS) ....................... 3-48, 3-55 Radio Messages ..................................... 3-50, 3-57 Radios .......................................................... 3-44 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player ................ 3-63 Care of Your CD Player ............................... 3-64 Care of Your CDs ........................................ 3-64 Radio with Cassette and CD ......................... 3-52 Radio with CD ............................................ 3-45 Setting the Time .......................................... 3-45 Theft-Deterrent ............................................ 3-61 Understanding Reception .............................. 3-62 RDS Messages ...................................... 3-49, 3-56 Reading Lamps .............................................. 3-15 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides ...................... 1-24 Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions ............. 1-21 Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts .................. 1-21 Rear Window Defogger ............................ 3-19, 3-24 Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming .................. 2-32 Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with OnStar® .............................................. 2-32 Rearview Mirror with OnStar® ........................... 2-31 Rearview Mirrors ............................................. 2-31 Reclining Seatbacks .......................................... 1-4 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ................. 6-12 Recreational Vehicle Towing ............................. 4-31 Remote Keyless Entry System ............................ 2-3 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ............. 2-4 Remote Trunk Release .................................... 2-12 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire ............................................. 5-82 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ................... 5-79 Removing the Wheel Center Caps .................... 5-81 Removing the Wheel Covers ............................ 5-81 Replacement Bulbs ......................................... 5-59 Replacing Brake System Parts .......................... 5-46 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash .............................................. 1-55 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government .................................. 7-11 General Motors ........................................... 7-11 United States Government ............................ 7-10 Restraint System Check Checking Your Restraint Systems ................... 1-54 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash .......................................... 1-55 Restraint Systems Checking .................................................... 1-54 Replacing Parts ........................................... 1-55 Resynchronization ............................................. 2-8 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...................... 2-18 Right Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts ................................................ 1-20 Roadside Assistance Program ....................................... 7-6 Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out ................... 4-31 Routing, Engine Drive Belt ............................... 6-14 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked ....... 2-30 Safety Belt Safety Belts Reminder Light ............................................ 3-29 Care of ...................................................... 5-92 Center Passenger Position ............................ 1-20 Driver Position ............................................ 1-12 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ................ 1-11 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ..... 1-11 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults ......................... 1-24 Rear Seat Passengers ................................. 1-21 Right Front Passenger Position ...................... 1-20 Safety Belt Extender .................................... 1-26 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ................. 1-19 Safety Belts Are for Everyone ......................... 1-6 Safety Chains ................................................. 4-42 Safety Warnings and Symbols .............................. iii Scheduled Maintenance ..................................... 6-4 Seats Head Restraints ............................................ 1-5 Heated Seats ............................................... 1-3 Manual ........................................................ 1-2 Reclining Seatbacks ...................................... 1-4 Six-Way Power Seats .................................... 1-3 Split Folding Rear Seat .................................. 1-6 11 Securing a Child Restraint Center Rear Seat Position ............................ 1-42 Designed for the LATCH System ................... 1-40 Rear Outside Seat Position ........................... 1-40 Right Front Seat Position .............................. 1-44 Security Feedback ............................................ 2-5 Security Light ................................................. 3-40 Sensors ......................................................... 3-23 Service ........................................................... 5-3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle .............................................. 5-4 Doing Your Own Work ................................... 5-3 Engine Soon Light ....................................... 3-35 Publications Ordering Information ................... 7-11 Vehicle Soon Light ....................................... 3-41 Service Bulletins ............................................. 7-12 Service Engine Soon Light ............................... 3-35 Service Manuals ............................................. 7-11 Setting Preset Stations ............................ 3-46, 3-53 Setting the Time ............................................. 3-45 Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) .................. 3-47, 3-54 Sheet Metal Damage ....................................... 5-95 Shift Lock Release .......................................... 2-27 Shifting Into Park (P) ....................................... 2-25 Shifting Out of Park (P) ................................... 2-27 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ........................... 1-14 Skidding ........................................................ 4-16 Some Other Rainy Weather Tips ....................... 4-20 Special Fabric Cleaning Problems ..................... 5-91 Speciﬁcations, Capacities ............................... 5-103 Speedometer .................................................. 3-28 Split Folding Rear Seat ..................................... 1-6 Starting Your Engine ....................................... 2-19 Steering ........................................................ 4-12 Steering in Emergencies .................................. 4-13 Steering Tips .................................................. 4-12 Steering Wheel Controls, Audio ......................... 3-62 Storage Areas Center Console Storage Area ........................ 2-35 Convenience Net ......................................... 2-36 Glove Box .................................................. 2-35 Storing the Flat Tire and Tools .......................... 5-87 Storing the Spare Tire and Tools ....................... 5-88 Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow ...................... 4-30 Sun Visors ..................................................... 2-15 Sunroof ......................................................... 2-36 Tachometer .................................................... 3-29 Taillamps Turn Signal, and Stoplamps .......................... 5-58 TCS Warning Light .......................................... 3-33 Theft-Deterrent, Radio ..................................... 3-61 Theft-Deterrent Systems ................................... 2-16 PASS-Key® II .............................................. 2-16 12 Tilt Wheel ........................................................ 3-5 Tire Pressure Light ............................................. 3-35 Tire Inﬂation Check ........................................... 6-9 Tire Sidewall Labeling ...................................... 5-62 Tire Size ....................................................... 5-65 Tire Terminology and Deﬁnitions ........................ 5-66 Tires ............................................................. 5-61 Buying New Tires ........................................ 5-72 Chains ....................................................... 5-76 Changing a Flat Tire .................................... 5-78 Compact Spare Tire ..................................... 5-89 If a Tire Goes Flat ....................................... 5-77 Inﬂation - Tire Pressure ................................ 5-68 Inspection and Rotation ................................ 5-70 Pressure Monitor System .............................. 5-69 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ......................... 5-73 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ................. 5-75 Wheel Replacement ..................................... 5-75 When It Is Time for New Tires ...................... 5-72 To Use the Engine Coolant Heater .................... 2-20 Top Strap ...................................................... 1-36 Top Strap Anchor Location ............................... 1-37 Torque Lock ................................................... 2-26 Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires .................. 4-41 Towing Recreational Vehicle ..................................... 4-31 Towing a Trailer .......................................... 4-39 Your Vehicle ............................................... 4-31 Traction Control System (TCS) .................................. 4-10 Control System Warning Light ....................... 3-33 Full-Range Control System ............................. 4-9 Low Light ................................................... 3-33 Trailer Brakes ................................................. 4-42 Transaxle Fluid, Automatic ........................................... 5-24 Transaxle Operation, Automatic ......................... 2-21 Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual ...................................... 7-11 Transportation Options ...................................... 7-8 Trip Odometer ................................................ 3-28 Trunk ............................................................ 2-12 Trunk Assist Handle ........................................ 2-13 Trunk Lock .................................................... 2-12 Turn and Lane-Change Signals .......................... 3-6 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ........................... 3-5 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer .................. 4-44 Underhood Fuse Block ................................... 5-101 Understanding Radio Reception ........................ 3-62 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ............................ 5-73 United States – Customer Assistance .................. 7-4 Used Replacement Wheels .............................. 5-76 Using Cleaner on Fabric .................................. 5-90 13 V Vehicle Control ........................................................ 4-5 Damage Warnings ........................................... iv Loading ...................................................... 4-33 Service Soon Light ...................................... 3-41 Symbols ......................................................... iv Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records ............................................... 7-9 Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) ............................................. 5-97 Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label ................... 5-97 Vehicle Storage .............................................. 5-46 Ventilation Adjustment ...................................... 3-24 Visor Vanity Mirror .......................................... 2-15 Visors ........................................................... 2-15 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ................ 3-26 Warnings Hazard Warning Flashers ............................... 3-4 Other Warning Devices .................................. 3-4 Safety and Symbols ......................................... iii Vehicle Damage .............................................. iv Washer Fluid, Low Warning Light ...................... 3-40 Washing Your Vehicle ...................................... 5-93 Weight of the Trailer ........................................ 4-40 Weight of the Trailer Tongue ............................. 4-41 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use ........................ 5-18 14 What Kind of Oil to Use .................................. 5-21 What to Do with Used Oil ................................ 5-21 What to Use .................................. 5-27, 5-41, 5-42 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance .......................... 5-75 Replacement ............................................... 5-75 When to Add Engine Oil .................................. 5-17 When to Change Engine Oil (GM Oil Life System) ................................... 5-20 When to Check ...................................... 5-21, 5-69 When to Check and Change ............................ 5-24 When to Check Power Steering Fluid ................ 5-41 When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill ......................................... 4-45 Where to Put the Restraint ............................... 1-35 Why Safety Belts Work ..................................... 1-8 Window Lock-Out ............................................ 2-15 Windows ....................................................... 2-14 Power ........................................................ 2-15 Windshield Washer Windshield Wiper Fluid .......................................................... 5-42 Blade Replacement ...................................... 5-60 Fuses ........................................................ 5-98 Windshield Wipers ............................................ 3-7 Winter Driving ................................................ 4-26 Your Vehicle and the Environment ....................... 6-2 2004 Buick Regal Owner Manual M Front Seats Rear Seats Safety Belts Child Restraints Air Bag Systems Restraint System Check Seats and Restraint Systems ........................... 1-1 ............................................... 1-2 ............................................... 1-6 .............................................. 1-6 ....................................... 1-27 ...................................... 1-46 ............................ 1-54 Features and Controls ..................................... 2-1 ........................................................ 2-2 ....................................... 2-9 ................................................. 2-14 ............................ 2-16 ........... 2-17 .................................................... 2-31 ...................................... 2-34 ......................................... 2-35 .................................................. 2-36 Instrument Panel ............................................. 3-1 .......................... 3-2 ...................................... 3-17 ......... 3-26 .................. 3-42 ....................................... 3-44 Keys Doors and Locks Windows Theft-Deterrent Systems Starting and Operating Your Vehicle Mirrors OnStar® System Storage Areas Sunroof Instrument Panel Overview Climate Controls Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators Driver Information Center (DIC) Audio System(s) Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle Towing Driving Your Vehicle ....................................... 4-1 ..... 4-2 ................................................... 4-31 Service and Appearance Care .......................... 5-1 Service ..................................................... 5-3 Fuel ......................................................... 5-4 Checking Things Under the Hood ............... 5-10 Headlamp Aiming ..................................... 5-53 Bulb Replacement .................................... 5-55 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ......... 5-60 Tires ...................................................... 5-61 Appearance Care ..................................... 5-89 Vehicle Identiﬁcation ................................. 5-97 Electrical System ...................................... 5-97 Capacities and Speciﬁcations ................... 5-103 Maintenance Schedule ..................................... 6-1 ................................ 6-2 Customer Assistance and Information .............. 7-1 ........... 7-2 ........................... 7-10 Index ................................................................ 1 Customer Assistance and Information Reporting Safety Defects Maintenance Schedule Canadian Owners You can obtain a French copy of this manual from your dealer or from: Helm, Incorporated P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, BUICK, the BUICK Emblem and the name REGAL are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes after that time without further notice. For vehicles ﬁrst sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Buick Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual. Please keep this manual in your vehicle, so it will be there if you ever need it when you’re on the road. If you sell the vehicle, please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it. How to Use This Manual Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they ﬁrst receive their new vehicle. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you will ﬁnd that pictures and words work together to explain things. Index A good place to look for what you need is the Index in back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual, and the page number where you will ﬁnd it. Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 10334119 A First Edition ©Copyright General Motors Corporation 06/18/03 All Rights Reserved ii Safety Warnings and Symbols You will ﬁnd a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning. {CAUTION: These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people. In the caution area, we tell you what the hazard is. Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard. Please read these cautions. If you don’t, you or others could be hurt. You will also ﬁnd a circle with a slash through it in this book. This safety symbol means “Don’t,” “Don’t do this” or “Don’t let this happen.” iii Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will ﬁnd these notices: Notice: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. A notice will tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly. But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage. When you read other manuals, you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words. You’ll also see warning labels on your vehicle. They use the same words, CAUTION or NOTICE. Vehicle Symbols Your vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols, used on your vehicle, are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a speciﬁc component, control, message, gage or indicator. If you need help ﬁguring out a speciﬁc name of a component, gage or indicator, reference the following topics: (cid:127) Seats and Restraint Systems in Section 1 Features and Controls in Section 2 Instrument Panel Overview in Section 3 (cid:127) Climate Controls in Section 3 (cid:127) Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators in Section 3 (cid:127) Audio System(s) in Section 3 (cid:127) Engine Compartment Overview in Section 5 iv (cid:127) (cid:127) These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may ﬁnd on your vehicle: ✍ NOTES vi Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Front Seats ......................................................1-2 Manual Seats ................................................1-2 Six-Way Power Seats .....................................1-3 Heated Seats .................................................1-3 Reclining Seatbacks ........................................1-4 Head Restraints .............................................1-5 Rear Seats .......................................................1-6 Split Folding Rear Seat ...................................1-6 Safety Belts .....................................................1-6 Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone .................1-6 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ......1-11 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly .................1-11 Driver Position ..............................................1-12 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ..................1-19 Right Front Passenger Position .......................1-20 Center Passenger Position .............................1-20 Rear Seat Passengers ..................................1-21 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults .......................................1-24 Safety Belt Extender .....................................1-26 Child Restraints .............................................1-27 Older Children ..............................................1-27 Infants and Young Children ............................1-29 Child Restraint Systems .................................1-32 Where to Put the Restraint .............................1-35 Top Strap ....................................................1-36 Top Strap Anchor Location .............................1-37 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) ...........................1-38 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System (Rear) ..........................1-40 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position ................................1-40 Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Rear Seat Position ....................................1-42 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position ....................................1-44 Air Bag Systems ............................................1-46 Where Are the Air Bags? ...............................1-49 When Should an Air Bag Inﬂate? ....................1-51 What Makes an Air Bag Inﬂate? .....................1-51 How Does an Air Bag Restrain? .....................1-52 What Will You See After an Air Bag Inﬂates? .......1-52 Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle .........1-54 Restraint System Check ..................................1-54 Checking Your Restraint Systems ...................1-54 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash ............................................1-55 1-1 Front Seats Manual Seats {CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you don’t want to. Adjust the driver’s seat only when the vehicle is not moving. 1-2 Lift the bar located under the front of the passenger’s seat to unlock the seat. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the bar. Try to move the seat to be sure it is locked into place. Six-Way Power Seats Heated Seats The control for the driver’s side power seat is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion. Your vehicle may be equipped with a passenger’s side power seat. That control is located on the outboard side of the passenger’s seat cushion. To move the seat forward or rearward, push the control forward or rearward. To raise or lower the entire seat, push the control up or down. To raise or lower the front of the seat, push the front of the control up or down. To raise or lower the rear of the seat, push the rear of the control up or down. If the vehicle has heated seats, the driver and front passenger seat switches are located on the center console, behind the automatic transaxle shift lever. Press HI to warm each seat to a higher temperature. Press LO to warm each seat to a lower temperature. To turn the heat off, put the switch in the center position. 1-3 (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) Reclining Seatbacks Lift the lever located on the outboard side of the seat to release the seatback, then move the seatback to the desired position. Release the lever to lock the seatback in place. Pull up on the lever without pushing on the seatback and the seatback will move forward.

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