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Buick Regal Owner Manual - 2011

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INDEX

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Park

Shifting into . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-21
Shifting out of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-22

Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-23

Assist, Ultrasonic . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-42
Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-31
Brake and P (Park)

Mechanism Check . . . . . . . . 10-29

Over Things That Burn . . . . . . .9-23
Ultrasonic Sensor Light . . . . . . .5-17

Passenger Airbag Status

Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12

Passenger Compartment Air

Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4

Passenger Sensing System . . . 3-34
Perchlorate Materials

Requirements, California . . . . . 10-3

Personalization

Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-31

Phone

Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . 7-20, 7-21, 7-23

Power

Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Protection, Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Retained Accessory (RAP) . . .9-21
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Steering Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-23
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-12

Pregnancy, Using Safety

Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-25

Privacy

Radio Frequency

Identification (RFID) . . . . . . . 13-15

Program

Courtesy Transportation . . . . . .13-8

Proposition 65 Warning,

California . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3

R

Radio Frequency

Identification (RFID) . . . . . . . . 13-15
Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-15

Radios

AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7
Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-13
Satellite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-10

Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Rear Seat

Pass-through Door . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10

Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Rear Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Rearview Mirror

Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11

Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Recommended

Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-44

Recommended Fluids and

Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-6

Summary of Contents for 2011 Regal

Page 1: ...Seats 3 4 Rear Seats 3 9 Safety Belts 3 11 Airbag System 3 27 Child Restraints 3 40 Storage 4 1 Storage Compartments 4 1 Additional Storage Features 4 3 Instruments and Controls 5 1 Controls 5 2 Warn...

Page 2: ...1 General Information 10 2 Vehicle Checks 10 4 Headlamp Aiming 10 30 Bulb Replacement 10 31 Electrical System 10 35 Wheels and Tires 10 42 Jump Starting 10 70 Towing 10 74 Appearance Care 10 77 Servic...

Page 3: ...appears in this manual Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Canadian Vehicle Owners Propri taires Canadiens A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or fro...

Page 4: ...auge or indicator M This symbol is shown when you need to see your owner manual for additional instructions or information This symbol is shown when you need to see a service manual for additional ins...

Page 5: ...ng 1 10 Windshield Wiper Washer 1 10 Climate Controls 1 11 Transmission 1 12 Vehicle Features Radio s 1 12 Satellite Radio 1 13 Portable Audio Devices 1 13 Bluetooth 1 14 Steering Wheel Controls 1 14...

Page 6: ...Black plate 2 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual 2011 1 2 In Brief Instrument Panel I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 7: ...Control System TCS on page 9 34 StabiliTrak System on page 9 36 If Equipped Interactive Drive Control System on page 9 38 If Equipped L Info Display See Operation on page 7 4 M Power Door Locks on pa...

Page 8: ...ft away from the vehicle Press the key release button to extend the key blade The key can be used for the ignition and all locks Press K to unlock the driver door or all doors Press Q to lock all doo...

Page 9: ...enter of the instrument panel K Press to unlock the doors Q Press to lock the doors See Vehicle Personalization on page 5 31 for more information Trunk Release To open the trunk press V on the Remote...

Page 10: ...age 3 6 Power Seats A Power Seat Adjustment Control B Reclining Seatbacks C Lumbar Adjustment To adjust a power seat if equipped Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control A forward or r...

Page 11: ...aints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly To achieve a comfortable seating position change the seatback recline angle as little as necessary while keeping the seat and the head restr...

Page 12: ...panel when the vehicle is started Mirror Adjustment Exterior Mirrors Controls for the outside power mirrors are located on the driver door 1 Turn the control knob to the L left or R right selecting th...

Page 13: ...ed in the overhead console controls both the front and rear interior lamps Turns the lamps off 1 Turns the lamps on when any door is opened Keeps the lamps on all the time Reading Lamps There are fron...

Page 14: ...ent status of the AUTO system is displayed in the Driver Information Center DIC display See Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 22 Turns on the parking lamps instrument panel lights and other exte...

Page 15: ...vate the wipers See Windshield Wiper Washer on page 5 3 Climate Controls The heating cooling and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with these systems A Air Conditioning B Driver and Passen...

Page 16: ...Automatic Transmission on page 9 25 Vehicle Features Radio s 3 O Press to turn the system on and off Turn to increase or decrease the volume RADIO BAND Press to choose between FM AM or XM if equipped...

Page 17: ...Date Settings 2 Highlight 12 24 Hour Format 3 Press the Z button to select the 12 hour or 24 hour display format For detailed instructions on setting the clock see Clock on page 5 5 Satellite Radio V...

Page 18: ...23 Steering Wheel Controls For vehicles with audio steering wheel controls some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel b g Press to interact with the available Bluetooth OnStar or naviga...

Page 19: ...Navigation System Manual that includes information on the radio audio players and navigation system The navigation system provides detailed maps of most major freeways and roads After a destination h...

Page 20: ...icle It operates at speeds less than 8 km h 5 mph URPA uses audio beeps to provide distance and system information Keep the sensors on the vehicle s rear bumper clean to ensure proper operation The sy...

Page 21: ...ct is in the path of the sunroof while it is closing the anti pinch feature will detect the object and stop the sunroof from closing at the point of the obstruction The sunroof will then return to the...

Page 22: ...es to the recommended pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 12 The warning light will remain on until the tire pressure is corrected During cooler...

Page 23: ...y Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time When road and weather conditions are appropriate use cruise control Always follow posted speed limits or drive...

Page 24: ...account information and to answer questions Push this red emergency button to get priority help from specially trained OnStar Emergency Advisors X Push this button for hands free voice activated call...

Page 25: ...e OnStar service may not work Other problems beyond OnStar s control may prevent service to you such as hills tall buildings tunnels weather electrical system design and architecture of the vehicle da...

Page 26: ...Black plate 22 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual 2011 1 22 In Brief 2 NOTES I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 27: ...Door Locks 2 5 Safety Locks 2 6 Doors Trunk 2 7 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security 2 9 Anti theft Alarm System 2 9 Immobilizer 2 9 Immobilizer Operation 2 9 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors 2 10 Power...

Page 28: ...ously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children The key that is part of the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter can be used for the...

Page 29: ...other conditions which can affect the performance of the transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System on page 2 3 The following buttons are on the transmitter Q Lock Press to lock all doors The tur...

Page 30: ...also be reprogrammed Any lost or stolen transmitters will no longer work once the new transmitter is programmed See your dealer to have new transmitters programmed Battery Replacement Replace the batt...

Page 31: ...the fuel door use the RKE transmitter or the door lock switch from the inside From inside the vehicle with the doors locked pull once on the door handle to unlock it and a second time to open it Manu...

Page 32: ...ch also disables the power window controls on the rear doors Press v again to deactivate the safety locks on the rear doors The LED will turn off If the LED flashes the feature may not be working prop...

Page 33: ...vehicle must be driven with the liftgate or trunk hatch open Close all of the windows Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel Continued WARNING Continued Adjust the Climate Control...

Page 34: ...r point when securing items in the trunk as it could damage the handle The emergency trunk release handle is only intended to aid a person trapped in a latched trunk enabling them to open the trunk fr...

Page 35: ...the transmitter or unlocking the driver door with the key the system alarm will be activated The exterior lamps will flash and the horn will sound for about 30 seconds To turn off the system alarm pre...

Page 36: ...nition key If the engine does not start with the other key the vehicle needs service If the vehicle does start the first key may be damaged See your dealer who can service the theft deterrent system a...

Page 37: ...l position Heated Mirrors The vehicle has heated mirrors Rear Window Defogger Press to heat the mirrors See Rear Window Defogger under Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8 1 for more inform...

Page 38: ...signed to improve fuel economy performance This may result in a pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front windows are up To reduce the sound open either a front window or the sunroof...

Page 39: ...is on the driver door Press v to disable the rear window controls and turn on the rear door power safety locks The light on the button comes on indicating the feature is in use The rear windows can s...

Page 40: ...or recharge the vehicle s battery To program each front window follow these steps 1 With the ignition in ACC ACCESSORY or ON RUN or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active 2 Press and hold the pow...

Page 41: ...tion and release To stop the movement press the switch again To automatically tilt or close the sunroof press the tilt open or close sunroof switch B If an object is in the path of the sunroof while i...

Page 42: ...the sunroof cannot be fully closed or the express open or close feature does not function the sunroof may need to be initialized This can happen if the battery has been disconnected or the sunroof has...

Page 43: ...rbag System Airbag System 3 27 Where Are the Airbags 3 29 When Should an Airbag Inflate 3 30 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 3 32 How Does an Airbag Restrain 3 32 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflat...

Page 44: ...s WARNING With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck spinal injury in a crash Do not drive until the head restraints...

Page 45: ...restraints are not designed to be removed Rear Seat Pull the head restraint up to raise it To lower the head restraint press the release button located on the head restraint post on the top of the sea...

Page 46: ...moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you do not want to Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving To adjust the seat position 1 Pull...

Page 47: ...ontrol forward or rearward Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the entire control up or down Lumbar...

Page 48: ...t will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries Continued WARNING Continued The lap belt cannot do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your a...

Page 49: ...ck to the desired position and then release the lever to lock the seatback in place 3 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked To return the seatback to the upright position 1 Lift the...

Page 50: ...shion cover or similar item This may cause the seat heater to overheat An overheated seat heater may cause a burn or may damage the seat The buttons are on the climate control panel To operate the ign...

Page 51: ...d may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat To fold the seatback down 1 Be sure the s...

Page 52: ...tback up and push it rearward to lock it in place Make sure the safety belt is in the retainer clip and is not twisted or caught in the seatback A tab near the seatback lever retracts when the seatbac...

Page 53: ...are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in the vehicle is in a seat...

Page 54: ...ints Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it is just a seat on wheels Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the ve...

Page 55: ...distance and your strongest bones take the forces That is why safety belts make such good sense Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Q Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I am weari...

Page 56: ...Safety belts are for everyone How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This section is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there...

Page 57: ...shoulder belt is too loose It will not give as much protection this way WARNING You can be seriously hurt if the shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could incre...

Page 58: ...G Continued the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle the belt into the buckle nearest you Q What is wrong with this A The belt is over an armrest WARNING You can be se...

Page 59: ...shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest Q What is wrong with this A The belt is behin...

Page 60: ...w to wear a lap shoulder belt properly 1 Adjust the seat if the seat is adjustable so you can sit up straight To see how see Seats in the Index 2 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you D...

Page 61: ...houlder Belt Height Adjuster later in this section for instructions on use and important safety information 4 To make the lap part tight pull up on the shoulder belt It may be necessary to pull stitch...

Page 62: ...position try to move it down without pushing the release button to make sure it has locked into position Safety Belt Pretensioners This vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for front outboard occupa...

Page 63: ...neck and head This vehicle may come with either an adjustable comfort guide or comfort guides sewn into the side of the rear outboard seatback Adjustable Safety Belt Comfort Guide On vehicles with th...

Page 64: ...and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 4 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top 5 The elastic cord...

Page 65: ...d go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces 7 Buckle position and release the safety belt as described previously in this section...

Page 66: ...on top WARNING A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured The shoulder belt should go over the shou...

Page 67: ...ect the mother When a safety belt is worn properly it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing the...

Page 68: ...Safety Belt Reminders on page 5 11 for more information Keep safety belts clean and dry See Safety Belt Care on page 3 26 Safety Belt Care Keep belts clean and dry WARNING Do not bleach or dye safety...

Page 69: ...ed side impact airbag for the right front passenger A roof rail airbag for the driver and the passenger seated directly behind the driver A roof rail airbag for the right front passenger and the passe...

Page 70: ...raints to the safety belts Everyone in the vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is an airbag for that person WARNING Airbags inflate with great force faster than the blink o...

Page 71: ...system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5 11 for more information Where Are the Airbags The...

Page 72: ...impact airbag Never secure anything to the roof of a vehicle with roof rail airbags by routing a rope or tie down through any door or window opening If you do the path of an inflating roof rail airbag...

Page 73: ...tage airbags inflate at a level less than full deployment For more severe frontal impacts full deployment occurs The vehicle has seat mounted side impact and roof rail airbags See Airbag System on pag...

Page 74: ...ety belts Frontal airbags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body stopping the occupant more gradually Seat mounted side impact and roof rail airbags distribute t...

Page 75: ...features WARNING A crash severe enough to inflate the airbags may have also damaged important functions in the vehicle such as the fuel system brake and steering systems etc Even if the vehicle appear...

Page 76: ...seat The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the right front passenger frontal airbag and seat mounted side impact airbag should be enabled may...

Page 77: ...a rear facing infant seat The system determines that a small child is present in a child restraint The system determines that a small child is present in a booster seat A right front passenger takes h...

Page 78: ...n indicator is lit 1 Turn the vehicle off 2 Remove the child restraint from the vehicle 3 Remove any additional items from the seat such as blankets cushions seat covers seat heaters or seat massagers...

Page 79: ...seat such as blankets cushions seat covers seat heaters or seat massagers 3 Place the seatback in the fully upright position 4 Have the person sit upright in the seat centered on the seat cushion with...

Page 80: ...mation about servicing the vehicle and the airbag system To purchase a service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 13 11 WARNING For up to 10 seconds after the ignition is tur...

Page 81: ...ce are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 13 1 Q Because I have a disability I have to get my vehicle modified How can I find...

Page 82: ...after a crash have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible If an airbag inflates you will need to replace airbag system parts See your dealer for service If the airbag...

Page 83: ...roper safety belt fit be maintained for the length of the trip If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Q What is the proper way to wear safety belts A An older child should wear a lap shoulde...

Page 84: ...r allow a child to wear the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind their back A child can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap shoulder belt properly In a crash the child would not be restra...

Page 85: ...e safety belts Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is d...

Page 86: ...s far back as it will go Q What are the different types of add on child restraints A Add on child restraints which are purchased by the vehicle owner are available in four basic types Selection of a p...

Page 87: ...fant s body the back and shoulders Infants should always be secured in rear facing child restraints WARNING A young child s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle s regular safety belt may not...

Page 88: ...ed or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle safety belt or LATCH system following the ins...

Page 89: ...to properly secure any child restraint in the vehicle even when no child is in it In some areas Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians CPSTs are available to inspect and demonstrate how to corre...

Page 90: ...g A child in a forward facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position Even if the passenger sens...

Page 91: ...straint easier The LATCH system uses anchors in the vehicle and attachments on the child restraint that are made for use with the LATCH system Make sure that a LATCH compatible child restraint is prop...

Page 92: ...top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash The child restraint may have a single tether A or a dual teth...

Page 93: ...you in locating the top tether anchors the top tether anchor symbol is located on the cover The top tether anchors are located under the covers behind the rear seat on the filler panel Be sure to use...

Page 94: ...the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash A child or others could be injured To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a crash attach only one child restraint pe...

Page 95: ...chors Refer to the following illustration to learn which anchors to use A Passenger Side Rear Seating Position and Lower Anchors 1 and 2 B Center Rear Seating Position and Lower Anchors 3 and 4 C Driv...

Page 96: ...tion 1 2 Put the child restraint on the seat If the head restraint interferes with the proper installation of the child restraint the head restraint may be removed See Head Restraint Removal and Reins...

Page 97: ...der the headrest or head restraint and in between the headrest or head restraint posts See Head Restraints on page 3 2 If the position you are using has an adjustable headrest or head restraint and yo...

Page 98: ...on 2 Press both buttons on the head restraint posts at the same time and pull up on the head restraint 3 Store the head restraint in the trunk of the vehicle 4 When the child restraint is removed rein...

Page 99: ...operly after a crash see your dealer to have the system inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible If the vehicle has the LATCH system and it was being used during a crash new L...

Page 100: ...to read Where to Put the Restraint on page 3 48 1 Put the child restraint on the seat If the head restraint interferes with the proper installation of the child restraint the head restraint may be re...

Page 101: ...side and back and forth When the child restraint is properly installed there should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement To remove the child restraint unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and let it re...

Page 102: ...at as far back as it will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat See Passenger Sensing System on page 3 34 for additional information If the child restraint has the LATCH system...

Page 103: ...houlder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Position the rel...

Page 104: ...a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To check grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth When the child r...

Page 105: ...e 4 2 Center Console Storage 4 2 Additional Storage Features Cargo Net 4 3 Convenience Net 4 3 Storage Compartments Instrument Panel Storage There is a storage compartment located on the driver side o...

Page 106: ...Rear Storage Pull down the armrest Push the button to lift the cover Close the cover before folding the armrest up Center Console Storage Push the button A to access the storage or accessory power ou...

Page 107: ...toring items on the side of the trunk Convenience Net For vehicles with a convenience net it is located in the trunk and used to store small loads The net should not be used to store heavy loads Attac...

Page 108: ...Black plate 4 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual 2011 4 4 Storage 2 NOTES I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 109: ...t 5 17 Traction Off Light 5 18 StabiliTrak OFF Light 5 18 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light 5 18 Tire Pressure Light 5 19 Engine Oil Pressure Light 5 20 Low Fuel Warning Light 5 20 Securit...

Page 110: ...ith those systems See Bluetooth Overview on page 7 20 or Bluetooth Infotainment Controls on page 7 21 or Bluetooth Voice Recognition on page 7 23 the OnStar Owner s Guide or the separate navigation ma...

Page 111: ...down Clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they are frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them Damaged wiper blades should be replaced See Wiper Blade Replacement...

Page 112: ...nter DIC The compass receives its heading and other information from the Global Positioning System GPS antenna StabiliTrak and vehicle speed information Avoid covering the GPS antenna for long periods...

Page 113: ...nd select Time and Date Settings 2 Highlight 12 24 HR Format 3 Press the Z knob to select the 12 hour or 24 hour display format Setting the Month and Day Format 1 Press the CONFIG button and select Ti...

Page 114: ...e used to plug in electrical equipment with a maximum limit of 150 watts The power outlet is located on the rear of the center console An indicator light on the outlet comes on when in use The light c...

Page 115: ...s etc Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators Warning lights and gauges can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to...

Page 116: ...Black plate 8 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual 2011 5 8 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Automatic Transmission Shown Manual and Metric Similar I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 117: ...has been driven since the trip odometer was last reset The trip odometer is accessed and reset through the Driver Information Center DIC See Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 22 for more informa...

Page 118: ...than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The gauge moves a little while turning a corner or speeding up The gauge takes a few seconds to stabilize after the ignition is turned on and will go ba...

Page 119: ...begins to flash and a chime comes on for several seconds to remind the passenger to fasten their safety belt The light also stays on if the passenger remains unbuckled This cycle repeats if the passen...

Page 120: ...for important safety information The instrument panel has a passenger airbag status indicator When the vehicle is started the passenger airbag status indicator will light the words ON and OFF for seve...

Page 121: ...ve the vehicle serviced by your dealer If the light stays on or comes on while driving there could be a problem with the electrical charging system Have it checked by your dealer Driving while this li...

Page 122: ...ee Accessories and Modifications on page 10 3 This light comes on during a malfunction in one of two ways Light Flashing A misfire condition has been detected A misfire increases vehicle emissions and...

Page 123: ...equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that might have developed Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments may have...

Page 124: ...lead to a crash If the light is still on after the vehicle has been pulled off the road and carefully stopped have the vehicle towed for service If the light comes on while driving a chime sounds Pull...

Page 125: ...ition off If the light comes on while driving stop as soon as it is safely possible and turn the ignition off A chime may also sound when the light comes on steady Then start the engine again to reset...

Page 126: ...n page 9 36 for more information StabiliTrak OFF Light This light comes on when the StabiliTraK system is turned off If the Traction Control System TCS is off wheel spin is not limited If StabiliTrak...

Page 127: ...k System on page 9 36 and Traction Control System TCS on page 9 34 for more information See Ride Control System Messages on page 5 29 for more information on the messages associated with this light Ti...

Page 128: ...on briefly as the engine is started If it does not come on have the vehicle serviced by your dealer If the light comes on and stays on it means that oil is not flowing through the engine properly The...

Page 129: ...rt the vehicle If the light stays on and the engine does not start there could be a problem with the theft deterrent system See Vehicle Security on page 2 9 for more information High Beam On Light The...

Page 130: ...On some models the DIC may have some warning lights or indicators shown in the top portion of the display See Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators on page 5 7 for more information The vehicle may also...

Page 131: ...rent distance traveled in either kilometers km or miles mi since the last reset for the trip odometer The trip odometer can be reset to zero by pressing SET CLR while the trip odometer display is show...

Page 132: ...tion is on even if another display is being shown on the DIC The timer will record up to 99 hours 59 minutes and 59 seconds 99 59 59 after which the display will return to zero To stop the timer press...

Page 133: ...e Scheduled Maintenance on page 11 2 for more information Remember the Remaining Oil Life display must be reset after each oil change It will not reset itself Also be careful not to reset the Remainin...

Page 134: ...cle to your dealer for service Brake System Messages BRAKE FLUID LOW This message is displayed when the brake fluid level is low See Brake Fluid on page 10 26 PRESS BRAKE PEDAL TO RELEASE PARK BRAKE T...

Page 135: ...hotter than the normal operating temperature To avoid added strain on a hot engine the air conditioning compressor automatically turns off When the coolant temperature returns to normal the air condi...

Page 136: ...See Engine Oil on page 10 9 OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE This message displays if low oil pressure levels occur Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and do not operate it until the cause of th...

Page 137: ...y See your dealer for service SERVICE STABILITRAK This message displays if there is a problem with the StabiliTrak system If this message appears try to reset the system Stop turn off the engine for a...

Page 138: ...ation Center DIC on page 5 22 SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEM This message displays if there is a problem with the Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10 52 for m...

Page 139: ...em controls are used to access the personalization menus for customizing vehicle features CONFIG Configuration Press to access the Configuration Settings Menu Z Knob Press the center of this knob to e...

Page 140: ...ir Conditioning Mode is highlighted Turn the knob to highlight On Off or Last Setting Press the knob to confirm the selection and go back to the last menu Auto Area Zone Temp This allows selection of...

Page 141: ...llows the Ultrasonic Parking Assist feature to be turned on or off Press the Z knob when Park Assist is highlighted to select On or Off Press BACK to return to the last menu Language Select the Langua...

Page 142: ...ver Door or Off Press the knob to confirm and go back to the last menu Delayed Door Lock When on this feature will delay the locking of the doors until five seconds after the last door is closed You w...

Page 143: ...he RKE transmitter Press the Z knob when Remote Door Unlock is highlighted Turn the knob to select Driver Door or All Doors When set to Driver Door the driver door will unlock the first time the unloc...

Page 144: ...Black plate 36 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual 2011 5 36 Instruments and Controls 2 NOTES I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 145: ...el on the outboard side of the steering wheel Turn the control to the following positions O Off Turns off the exterior lamps The knob returns to the AUTO position after it is released Turn to O again...

Page 146: ...Flash to Pass To flash the high beams pull the turn signal lane change lever toward you and release Daytime Running Lamps DRL Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front...

Page 147: ...n the exterior lamp control is turned to O or the ignition is off Hazard Warning Flashers Hazard Warning Flasher Press this button located on the instrument panel above the audio system to make the fr...

Page 148: ...the ignition and the headlamps or parking lamps must be on If the fog lamps are turned on while the exterior lamp switch is in the AUTO position the headlamps come on automatically Press to turn on o...

Page 149: ...lamps off 1 Door Turns the lamps on when any door is opened On Keeps the lamps on all the time The interior lamps turn on automatically if the airbags are deployed Reading Lamps There are front and re...

Page 150: ...plate lamps come on at night or in areas with limited lighting when the key is removed from the ignition The dome lamps also come on when the key is removed from the ignition The exterior lamps and d...

Page 151: ...to you or others Do not give extended attention to entertainment tasks while driving This system provides access to many audio and non audio listings To minimize taking your eyes off the road while dr...

Page 152: ...t Feature The theft deterrent feature works by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number VIN to the infotainment system The infotainment system does not operate if it is stolen or moved...

Page 153: ...tions H FAV 1 2 3 Radio Opens the favorites list I INFO Radio Shows available information about the current station CD Shows available information about the current track J AS 1 2 Radio Opens the auto...

Page 154: ...hold V to mute the infotainment system To cancel mute press and hold V again or turn the 3 O knob For vehicles without OnStar press V to mute the infotainment system To cancel mute press V again or t...

Page 155: ...ng Turning a Function On or Off 1 Turn the Z knob to highlight the function 2 Press the Z knob to turn the function on or off Entering a Character Sequence 1 Turn the Z knob to highlight the character...

Page 156: ...s the BACK button to go back to the Tone Settings menu Adjusting the EQ Equalizer For vehicles that have an equalizer 1 Press the TONE button 2 Select EQ 3 Select the setting Press the BACK button to...

Page 157: ...ss the CONFIG button 2 Select Radio Settings 3 Select Radio Favorites 4 Select the number of available favorites pages 5 Press the BACK button to go back to the System Configuration menu Radio AM FM R...

Page 158: ...ning If the radio station is not known Briefly press s or to automatically search for the next available station If a station is not found the radio switches to a more sensitive search level If a stat...

Page 159: ...stations can be stored in each favorite page and the number of available favorite pages can be set Storing Stations To store the station to a position in the list press the corresponding numeric butt...

Page 160: ...O BAND Press to turn the radio on and choose between AM FM and XM if equipped Z Menu Select Turn to search for channels and press to navigate the available menus INFO Press to display additional infor...

Page 161: ...sing the menu 1 Press the Z knob 2 Select XM Stations List 3 Select the channel Selecting a Channel by Category 1 Press the Z knob 2 Select XM Category List A list of all programming types available d...

Page 162: ...ble at this time on this channel No CAT Info The system is working properly No category information is available at this time on this channel No Information The system is working properly No text or i...

Page 163: ...nes interfere with radio reception When this happens try reducing the treble on the radio XM Satellite Radio Service XM satellite radio service gives digital radio reception from coast to coast in the...

Page 164: ...age caused to your backglass antenna due to metallic tinting materials will not be covered by the vehicle warranty Satellite Radio Antenna For vehicles with XM satellite radio service the antenna is l...

Page 165: ...on without any label load one CD at a time and keep the CD player and the loading slot free of foreign materials liquids and debris Control Buttons The buttons used to control the CD player are CD AUX...

Page 166: ...trol buttons Press the s or button to select the previous or next track Turn the Z knob Using the CD Menu 1 Press the Z knob 2 Select Playlists Folders 3 Select the playlist or folder 4 Select the tra...

Page 167: ...ble audio player Playback of an audio device that is connected to the 3 5 mm 1 8 in auxiliary input jack can only be controlled using the controls on the device Adjusting the Volume Turn the 3 O knob...

Page 168: ...ton to return the main screen On Repeats the current track Off Starts playing from the beginning of the current track after the last track finishes Connecting and Controlling a PlaysForSure Device PFD...

Page 169: ...mation after reading the device due to the amount of information stored Files that do not have any meta data stored in the ID3 tag display as Unknown Tracks can be searched for by Playlists Artists Al...

Page 170: ...ration Infotainment System Controls For information about how to navigate the menu system using the infotainment controls see Operation on page 7 4 V Phone Press to enter the Phone main menu Voice Rec...

Page 171: ...ring process is disabled when the vehicle is moving The Bluetooth system links with the first available paired cell phone in the order the phone was paired Only one paired cell phone can be connected...

Page 172: ...ow the on screen prompts Linking to a Different Phone To link to a different phone the new phone must be in the vehicle and available to be connected to the Bluetooth system before the process is star...

Page 173: ...to the conference call repeat Steps 1 through 4 The number of callers who can be added is limited by your wireless service carrier Ending a Call Press the Z knob and select Hang Up Muting a Call To M...

Page 174: ...s Ready followed by a tone For vehicles with a navigation system the system responds with a tone After the tone say Hands Free The system responds Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Bluetooth The system r...

Page 175: ...tem the system responds with a tone After the tone say Hands Free The system responds Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Bluetooth The system responds Bluetooth ready followed by a tone 3 Say Delete The s...

Page 176: ...ehicles with a navigation system the system responds with a tone After the tone say Hands Free The system responds Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Store The system responds Store number please followed...

Page 177: ...gnized by the system say Clear at any time to clear the last number To hear all of the numbers recognized by the system say Verify at any time 4 After the complete number has been entered say Store Th...

Page 178: ...The system responds Delete please say the name tag followed by a tone 3 Say the name tag to be deleted The system responds Would you like to delete name tag Please say yes or no If the name tag is cor...

Page 179: ...e After the tone say Hands Free The system responds Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Dial The system responds Dial using phone name Number please followed by a tone 3 Say the entire number without pausi...

Page 180: ...ehicles with a navigation system the system responds with a tone After the tone say Hands Free The system responds Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Call The system responds Call using phone name Please...

Page 181: ...to return to the original call To ignore the incoming call no action is required Press i to disconnect the current call and switch to the call on hold Three Way Calling Three way calling must be supp...

Page 182: ...or ACC ACCESSORY For vehicles without a navigation system press b g during a call with the audio on the cell phone The audio transfers to the vehicle For vehicles with a navigation system press b g d...

Page 183: ...owed by a tone If the number is correct say Yes The system responds OK Sending Number and the dial tones are sent and the call continues Sending a Stored Name Tag During a Call 1 Press b g The system...

Page 184: ...Black plate 34 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual 2011 7 34 Infotainment System 2 NOTES I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 185: ...ment Air Filter 8 4 Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System The heating cooling and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system A Air Conditioning B Driver and...

Page 186: ...nterclockwise to increase or decrease the driver or passenger temperature setting Fan Control Press the left fan button to decrease the fan speed Press the right fan button to increase the fan speed T...

Page 187: ...er speeds the rear window defogger may stay on continuously For vehicles with heated outside rearview mirrors they turn on with the rear window defogger and help to clear fog or frost from the surface...

Page 188: ...ne irritants from outside air that is pulled into the vehicle The filter should be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance See Scheduled Maintenance on page 11 2 for replacement intervals To...

Page 189: ...anual 2011 Climate Controls 8 5 6 Remove the old air filter 7 Install the new air filter 8 Reinstall the air filter door Re install the glove box See your dealer if additional assistance is needed I n...

Page 190: ...Black plate 6 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual 2011 8 6 Climate Controls 2 NOTES I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 191: ...etained Accessory Power RAP 9 21 Shifting Into Park Automatic Transmission 9 21 Shifting out of Park Automatic Transmission 9 22 Parking 9 23 Parking over Things That Burn 9 23 Engine Exhaust Engine E...

Page 192: ...s pedestrians bicyclists and other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do and be ready In addition Allow enough following distance between you and the driver...

Page 193: ...h that person s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking Control of a Vehicle The following three systems help to control the vehicle while dri...

Page 194: ...l still be some power brake assist but it will be used when the brake is applied Once the power assist is used up it can take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Adding non deale...

Page 195: ...arts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you These problems can be avoided by braking if you can stop in time But sometimes you cannot stop in time because there is no room That i...

Page 196: ...he road to do what the driver has asked In any emergency do not give up Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger Skidding In a skid a driver can lose control of...

Page 197: ...and accelerate Always drive slower in these types of driving conditions and avoid driving through large puddles and deep standing or flowing water WARNING Wet brakes can cause crashes They might not...

Page 198: ...ehicle well ventilated Keep interior temperature cool Keep your eyes moving scan the road ahead and to the sides Check the rearview mirror and vehicle instruments often Hill and Mountain Roads Driving...

Page 199: ...or grip Wet ice can occur at about 0 C 32 F when freezing rain begins to fall resulting in even less traction Avoid driving on wet ice or in freezing rain until roads can be treated with salt or sand...

Page 200: ...ust pipe Check again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there Open a window about 5 cm 2 in on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind to bring in fresh air Fully open the a...

Page 201: ...gh speed they can explode and you or others could be injured The vehicle can overheat causing an engine compartment fire or other damage Spin the wheels as little as possible and avoid going above 55...

Page 202: ...ification label WARNING Do not load the vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR This can cause systems to break...

Page 203: ...ld never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs on your vehicle s placard 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the drive...

Page 204: ...e Occupant and Cargo Weight 317 kg 700 lbs Example 2 A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 453 kg 1 000 lbs B Subtract Occupant Weight 68 kg 150 lbs 5 340 kg 750 lbs C Available Cargo Weight 113 kg...

Page 205: ...lled the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo Never exceed the GVWR for the vehicle or the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for either...

Page 206: ...hem are above the tops of the seats Do not leave an unsecured child restraint in the vehicle Secure loose items in the vehicle Do not leave a seat folded down unless needed Starting and Operating New...

Page 207: ...ower RAP will remain active See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 9 21 for more information This is the only position from which the key can be removed This locks the steering wheel ignition and au...

Page 208: ...electrical accessories as well as to display some warning and indicator lights The battery could be drained if the key is left in the ON RUN position with the engine off The vehicle might not start i...

Page 209: ...damage the cranking motor and drain the battery Wait at least 15 seconds between each try to let the cranking motor cool down 2 If the engine does not start after 5 to 10 seconds especially in very c...

Page 210: ...of the engine compartment between the fender and the air cleaner 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet WARNING Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shoc...

Page 211: ...or ACC ACCESSORY Shifting Into Park Automatic Transmission WARNING It can be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P Park with the parking brake firmly set The vehicl...

Page 212: ...ssion into P Park is not done properly then it is difficult to shift out of P Park To prevent torque lock set the parking brake and then shift into P Park To find out how see Shifting Into Park listed...

Page 213: ...service Parking If the vehicle has a manual transmission before getting out of the vehicle move the shift lever into R Reverse if parking on a downhill slope On a level surface or an uphill slope use...

Page 214: ...ions that are not completely sealed If unusual fumes are detected or if it is suspected that exhaust is coming into the vehicle Drive it only with the windows completely down Have the vehicle repaired...

Page 215: ...uld be injured To be sure the vehicle will not move even when it is on fairly level ground always set the parking brake and move the automatic transmission shift lever to P Park or the manual transmis...

Page 216: ...Park See Shifting Into Park Automatic Transmission on page 9 21 Make sure the shift lever is fully in P Park before starting the engine The vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control sy...

Page 217: ...le fuel economy WARNING Shifting into a drive gear while the engine is running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal the vehicle could move very rapidly You could lo...

Page 218: ...ing You can use this for sport driving or when climbing or descending hills to stay in gear longer or to downshift for more power or engine braking The transmission will only allow you to shift into g...

Page 219: ...hift into 1 First put the shift lever in Neutral and let up on the clutch Press the clutch pedal back down Then shift into 1 First 2 Second Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator peda...

Page 220: ...peat the gear selection Notice Shifting to R Reverse while the vehicle is moving forward could damage the transmission The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Shift to R Reverse only...

Page 221: ...he brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you there will not be enough time to apply the brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always...

Page 222: ...RK BRAKE SWITCH will be displayed The vehicle will decelerate as long as the switch is held in the up position Releasing the EPB switch during deceleration will release the parking brake If the switch...

Page 223: ...rking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving Automatic EPB Release The EPB will automatically release if the vehicle is running placed into gear and an attempt is ma...

Page 224: ...ted During the transition period between when the driver releases the brake pedal and starts to accelerate to drive off on a grade HSA holds the braking pressure to ensure that there is no rolling The...

Page 225: ...eset the system To reset 1 Stop the vehicle 2 Turn the engine off and waiting 15 seconds 3 Start the engine If d still comes on and stays on the vehicle needs service Notice Do not repeatedly brake or...

Page 226: ...ally traveling StabiliTrak selectively applies braking pressure to the vehicle brakes to help steer the vehicle in the intended direction StabiliTrak comes on automatically whenever the vehicle is sta...

Page 227: ...page 5 29 When StabiliTrak is turned off the system will not assist with directional control of the vehicle or limit wheel spin Driving should be adjusted accordingly See StabiliTrak OFF Light on page...

Page 228: ...control This setting provides responsive controlled handling Press and release the SPORT button The light on the button comes on and the appropriate message displays on the DIC Press the button again...

Page 229: ...changes the settings to the preselected driving mode Cruise Control With cruise control the vehicle can maintain a speed of about 40 km h 25 mph or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator C...

Page 230: ...e speed desired 3 Move the thumbwheel down toward SET and release it The desired set speed briefly appears in the instrument panel cluster 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal Resuming a Set Spe...

Page 231: ...l speed Using Cruise Control on Hills How well the cruise control works on hills depends upon the vehicle speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you might have to step on...

Page 232: ...care before and while backing up vehicle damage injury or death could occur Even with URPA always check behind the vehicle before backing up While backing up be sure to look for objects and check the...

Page 233: ...ion the message displays on the DIC See Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 22 for more information This can occur under the following conditions The driver has disabled the system The ultrasonic...

Page 234: ...The VIN is at the top left of the instrument panel See Vehicle Identification Number VIN on page 12 1 Vehicles that have a FlexFuel badge and a yellow fuel cap can use either unleaded gasoline or eth...

Page 235: ...olines containing MMT See Fuel Additives on page 9 46 for additional information California Fuel Requirements If the vehicle is certified to meet California Emissions Standards it is designed to opera...

Page 236: ...ts from fuel injectors and intake valves GM Fuel System Treatment PLUS is the only gasoline additive recommended by General Motors It is available at your dealer Gasolines containing oxygenates such a...

Page 237: ...freezing ethanol fuel distributors should supply winter grade ethanol the same as with unleaded gasoline The starting characteristics of E85 fuel make it unsuitable for use when the ambient temperatu...

Page 238: ...el door on the vehicle s passenger side The fuel door is unlocked when the vehicle is unlocked Locking the vehicle locks the fuel door Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise to remove While refueling hang...

Page 239: ...illing a Portable Fuel Container WARNING Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in the vehicle Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the fuel vapor You can be badly burn...

Page 240: ...l equipment can damage the vehicle and the damage would not be covered by the vehicle s warranty Some add on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should Add on equipment...

Page 241: ...10 21 Power Steering Fluid 10 23 Washer Fluid 10 24 Brakes 10 25 Brake Fluid 10 26 Battery 10 27 Starter Switch Check 10 28 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check 10 28 Ignition Tra...

Page 242: ...ires 10 57 Different Size Tires and Wheels 10 59 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 10 59 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 10 61 Wheel Replacement 10 61 Tire Chains 10 62 If a Tire Goes Flat 10 62 Tire Chan...

Page 243: ...performance and safety including such things as airbags braking stability ride and handling emissions systems aerodynamics durability and electronic systems like antilock brakes traction control and...

Page 244: ...lish fasteners can be easily confused If the wrong fasteners are used parts can later break or fall off You could be hurt If doing some of your own service work use the proper service manual It tells...

Page 245: ...the steering column 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and move the secondary hood release handle to the right To close the hood 1 Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly 2...

Page 246: ...Black plate 6 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual 2011 10 6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 2 0 L L4 Engine I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 247: ...4 F Power Steering Fluid Reservoir and Cap See Power Steering Fluid on page 10 23 G Brake Master Cylinder and Hydraulic Clutch Reservoir if equipped with manual transmission See Brakes on page 10 25 o...

Page 248: ...Black plate 8 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual 2011 10 8 Vehicle Care 2 4 L L4 Engine I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 249: ...oil approved to the proper specification and of the proper viscosity grade See Selecting the Right Engine Oil in this section Check the engine oil level regularly and maintain the proper oil level Se...

Page 250: ...the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range the engine could be damaged You should drain out the excess oil or limit driving of the vehicle and seek a service...

Page 251: ...vehicle should have the dexos certification mark on the container This certification mark indicates that the oil has been approved to the dexos specification This vehicle was filled at the factory wi...

Page 252: ...s below 29 C 20 F an SAE 0W 30 oil should be used An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures When selecting an oil of the appropriate...

Page 253: ...nge is indicated can vary considerably For the oil life system to work properly the system must be reset every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished...

Page 254: ...nging the transmission fluid Because this procedure is difficult you should have this done at your dealer service department Contact your dealer for additional information The procedure can be found i...

Page 255: ...e MIN line Engine Air Cleaner Filter See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 6 for the location of the engine air cleaner filter When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspect the air cleane...

Page 256: ...trical connector C 4 Remove the screws A on top of the engine air cleaner filter housing 5 Lift the filter cover housing away from the engine 6 Pull out the filter 7 Inspect or replace the engine air...

Page 257: ...ay from any underhood electric fan WARNING Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Do not touch them If you do you can be burned Do not run the engine if there is a leak If yo...

Page 258: ...liquids can boil before the proper coolant mixture will The coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture the engine could get too hot but you wou...

Page 259: ...lant disposal This will help protect the environment and your health Checking Coolant The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant level Check to see if coolant is visible in the c...

Page 260: ...p when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and coolant surge tank pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap WARNING...

Page 261: ...eel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fans By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX...

Page 262: ...vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when the engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others co...

Page 263: ...yed turn off the engine until it cools down Power Steering Fluid See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 6 for reservoir location When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly...

Page 264: ...anufacturer s instructions before use If operating the vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing Adding Washer Fluid...

Page 265: ...n the proper sequence to torque specifications in Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2 Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the bra...

Page 266: ...too much fluid when new brake linings are installed Add or remove fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake clutch hydraulic system WARNING If too much brake fluid is added it can spill...

Page 267: ...as engine oil in the brake hydraulic system can damage brake hydraulic system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced Do not let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid If brake fluid is spi...

Page 268: ...your dealer for service For manual transmission vehicles put the shift lever in Neutral push the clutch pedal down halfway and try to start the engine The vehicle should start only when the clutch pe...

Page 269: ...RNING When you are doing this check the vehicle could begin to move You or others could be injured and property could be damaged Make sure there is room in front of the vehicle in case it begins to ro...

Page 270: ...shield To replace the wiper blade 1 Pull the wiper assembly away from the windshield 2 Lift up on the latch in the middle of the wiper blade where the wiper arm attaches 3 With the latch open pull the...

Page 271: ...he bulb package Headlamps Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps Base Headlamp Assembly Passenger Side Shown Driver Side Similar A High Beam Headlamp B Turn Signal Lamp C Low Beam Headlamp Daytime Runnin...

Page 272: ...gnal parking lamp or sidemarker lamp 1 For the driver side bulb remove the windshield washer bottle filler neck by firmly pulling it straight up and out of the bottle 2 Remove the bulb socket from the...

Page 273: ...aillamp assembly access panel 3 Remove the two nuts that secure the taillamp assembly 4 Remove the taillamp assembly and detach the wiring harness connector A Back up Lamp B Taillamp C Stop Turn Signa...

Page 274: ...assembly C 4 Pull the bulb B straight out of the bulb socket 5 Push the replacement bulb straight into the bulb socket and turn the bulb socket clockwise to install it into the lamp assembly 6 Push t...

Page 275: ...the identical size and rating If there is a problem on the road and a fuse needs to be replaced the same amperage fuse can be borrowed Choose some feature of the vehicle that is not needed to use and...

Page 276: ...new one of the identical size and rating Fuses of the same amperage can be temporarily borrowed from another fuse location if a fuse goes out Replace the fuse as soon as possible To identify and chec...

Page 277: ...ber Usage 3 Not Used 4 Not Used Fuse Number Usage 5 Ignition Transmission Control Module Engine Control Module 6 Windshield Wiper 7 Not Used 8 Fuel Injection Ignition System Even 9 Fuel Injection Igni...

Page 278: ...t Lumbar 30 Right Hand Seat Lumbar 31 Not Used 32 Body Control Module 6 33 Heated Front Seats 34 Sunroof 35 Infotainment System 36 Not Used 37 Right Hand High Beam Headlamp 38 Left Hand High Beam Head...

Page 279: ...Number Usage 66 Not Used 67 Fuel System Control Module 68 Not Used 69 Battery Sensor 70 Not Used 71 Not Used Relay Number Usage K1 Not Used K2 Starter K3 Cooling Fan LHU K4 Front Wiper Step 2 K5 Fron...

Page 280: ...compartment Press in on the sides of the compartment to release it from the instrument panel Pull the door toward you to release it from the hinge Instrument Panel Fuse Block Number Usage 1 Suspension...

Page 281: ...Left Hand Power Front Seat 14 Diagnostic Link Connector 15 Airbag Number Usage 16 Trunk Release 17 Heater Ventilation Air Conditioning Controller 18 Service Fuse Logistic Relay 19 Not Used 20 Automati...

Page 282: ...tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when the tires are cold Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such a...

Page 283: ...see Buying New Tires on page 10 57 If using snow tires Use tires of the same brand and tread type on all four wheel positions Use only radial ply tires of the same size load range and speed rating as...

Page 284: ...th sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture E Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread F Uniform Tire Quality Grading...

Page 285: ...e Pressure on page 10 49 F Tire Size A combination of letters and numbers define a tire s width height aspect ratio construction type and service description The letter T as the first character in the...

Page 286: ...ount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire Air pressure is expressed in kPa kilopascal or psi pounds per square inch Accessory Weight The combined weight of optional...

Page 287: ...tric unit for air pressure Light Truck LT Metric Tire A tire used on light duty trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles Load Index An assigned number ranging from 1 to 279 that corresponds to...

Page 288: ...d surface The amount of grip provided Tread The portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road Treadwear Indicators Narrow bands sometimes called wear bars that show across the tread of a tir...

Page 289: ...ommended pressure is the minimum air pressure needed to support the vehicle s maximum load carrying capacity For additional information regarding how much weight the vehicle can carry and an example o...

Page 290: ...ssive heat buildup and can cause sudden tire failure You could have a crash and you or others could be killed Some high speed rated tires require inflation pressure adjustment for high speed operation...

Page 291: ...educes fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s r...

Page 292: ...page 9 12 A message to check the pressure in a specific tire displays in the Driver Information Center DIC The low tire pressure warning light and the DIC warning message come on at each ignition cyc...

Page 293: ...go off after the road tire is replaced and the sensor matching process is performed successfully See TPMS Sensor Matching Process later in this section The TPMS sensor matching process was not done or...

Page 294: ...e off 3 Use the MENU button to select the Vehicle Information Menu in the Driver Information Center DIC 4 Use the thumbwheel to scroll to the Tire Pressure Menu Item screen 5 Press the SET CLR button...

Page 295: ...cut or other damage that cannot be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage Tire Rotation Tires should be rotated every 12 000 km 7 500 mi See Scheduled Maintenance on page 11 2 Tir...

Page 296: ...hes to the vehicle In an emergency a cloth or a paper towel can be used however use a scraper or wire brush later to remove all rust or dirt Lightly coat the center of the wheel hub with wheel bearing...

Page 297: ...en storing a vehicle for at least a month remove the tires or raise the vehicle to reduce the weight from the tires Buying New Tires GM has developed and matched specific tires for the vehicle The ori...

Page 298: ...wheels WARNING Using bias ply tires on the vehicle may cause the wheel rim flanges to develop cracks after many miles of driving A tire and or wheel could fail suddenly and cause a crash Use only rad...

Page 299: ...ge 10 57 and Accessories and Modifications on page 10 3 for additional information Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder...

Page 300: ...oor traction performance Warning The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction ch...

Page 301: ...is needed Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces Replace wheels wheel bolts wheel nuts or Tire Pressure Mon...

Page 302: ...ly to leak out slowly But if there ever is a blowout here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire creates a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side...

Page 303: ...ire can be dangerous The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over or fall causing injury or death Find a level place to change the tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking bra...

Page 304: ...p if the vehicle has one to reach the wheel bolts 1 Do a safety check before proceeding See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10 62 for more information 2 Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen an...

Page 305: ...e appropriate safety equipment and training If a jack is provided with the vehicle it is designed only for changing a flat tire If it is used for anything else you or others could be badly injured or...

Page 306: ...ack notch as shown 10 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the road tire to clear the ground 11 Remove all of...

Page 307: ...towel can be used however use a scraper or wire brush later to remove all rust or dirt 13 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 14 Place the compact spare tire...

Page 308: ...cation 17 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown 18 Lower the jack all the way and remove the jack from under the vehicle 19 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly with the wheel wrenc...

Page 309: ...t a time If this vehicle has a compact spare tire it was fully inflated when the vehicle was new however it can lose air after a time Check the inflation pressure regularly It should be 420 kPa 60 psi...

Page 310: ...r vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle Be sure to use the following steps to do it safely WARNING Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous because They contain acid that can burn y...

Page 311: ...gative ground both vehicles can be damaged 2 Position the two vehicles so that they are not touching 3 To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling set the parking brake firmly on both vehicles in...

Page 312: ...If it is low Continued WARNING Continued add water to take care of that first If you don t explosive gas could be present Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you Do not get it on you If you acci...

Page 313: ...e parts that move 9 Start the engine in the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine at idle speed for at least four minutes 10 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery If it will no...

Page 314: ...ice if the disabled vehicle must be towed See Roadside Assistance Program on page 13 5 To tow the vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes such as behind a motorhome see Recreational V...

Page 315: ...cept 2 0L Engine and Automatic Transmission When dinghy towing a vehicle with an automatic transmission the vehicle should be run at the beginning of each day and at each RV fuel stop for about five m...

Page 316: ...lowing the dolly manufacturer s instructions 2 Drive the front wheels onto the dolly 3 Shift the automatic transmission into P Park or a manual transmission into 1 First gear 4 Firmly set the parking...

Page 317: ...hes that are non abrasive and made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish Notice Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may damage it Use only non abrasive wax...

Page 318: ...ge the emblems or nameplates on the vehicle Check the cleaning product label If it states that it should not be used on plastic parts do not use it on the vehicle or damage may occur and it would not...

Page 319: ...ls through an automatic car wash that uses silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes as this could cause damage The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Windshield and Wiper Blades Clean...

Page 320: ...system can do this Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on the vehicle This dama...

Page 321: ...of soil removal Avoid laundry detergents or dishwashing soaps with degreasers Using too much soap will leave a residue that leaves streaks and attracts dirt For liquid cleaners about 20 drops per 3 7...

Page 322: ...Your dealer has a GM approved leather cleaner available that provides superior cleaning performance when used regularly on finished automotive leathers Allow the leather to dry naturally Do not use h...

Page 323: ...they might not be able to provide adequate protection Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water Floor Mats WARNING If a floor mat is the wrong size or is not properly installed it can...

Page 324: ...of another Removing and Replacing the Floor Mats Pull up on the rear of the floor mat to unlock each retainer and remove Reinstall by lining up the floor mat retainer openings over the carpet retaine...

Page 325: ...orking condition Damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance might not be covered by the vehicle warranty As the vehicle owner you are responsible for the scheduled maintenance in this se...

Page 326: ...are listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 6 and Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 11 8 We recommend the use of genuine parts from your dealer Rotation of New Tires To maintain ri...

Page 327: ...on See Tire Inspection on page 10 55 Rotate tires if necessary See Tire Rotation on page 10 55 Fluids visual leak check or every 12 months whichever occurs first A leak in any system must be repaired...

Page 328: ...nd P Park Mechanism Check on page 10 29 Accelerator pedal check for damage high effort or binding Replace if needed Underbody flushing service Hood Decklid Liftgate Liftglass Support Gas Strut Service...

Page 329: ...urces 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 ho...

Page 330: ...50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 10 18 Hydraulic Brake Clutch System Vehicles with DOT 3 brake fluid DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid GM Part No...

Page 331: ...Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 12346293 in Canada 992723 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB...

Page 332: ...M Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 55560894 A3128C Engine Oil Filter 2 0L L4 Engine 12605566 PF457G 2 4L L4 Engine 12605566 PF457G Passenger Compartment Air Filter Element 132...

Page 333: ...cords 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 Retain all maintenance receipts Dat...

Page 334: ...Black plate 10 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual 2011 11 10 Service and Maintenance Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 335: ...Black plate 11 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual 2011 Service and Maintenance 11 11 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 336: ...Black plate 12 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual 2011 11 12 Service and Maintenance Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 337: ...o appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This code identifies...

Page 338: ...rant charge amount see the refrigerant label located under the hood See your dealer for more information Engine Cooling System 2 0L L4 Engine 7 8 L 8 2 qt 2 4L L4 Engine 7 1 L 7 5 qt Engine Oil with F...

Page 339: ...t Wheel Nut Torque 150 Y 110 lb ft See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 10 14 for information on checking fluid level All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the approximate...

Page 340: ...Black plate 4 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual 2011 12 4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 341: ...a Recording and Privacy 13 14 Event Data Recorders 13 14 OnStar 13 15 Navigation System 13 15 Radio Frequency Identification RFID 13 15 Radio Frequency Statement 13 15 Customer Information Customer Sa...

Page 342: ...o remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two you can file with the Better Business Bureau BBB Auto Line Program to enforce your rights The BBB Auto Line Program is...

Page 343: ...most jurisdictions because it is informal quick and free of charge For further information concerning eligibility in the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP call toll free 1 800 207 0685 o...

Page 344: ...29 0818 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 C...

Page 345: ...u own to your driveway profile My Preferences Manage your profile and use tools and forms with greater ease To sign up visit the My GM ca section within www gm ca GM Mobility Reimbursement Program Thi...

Page 346: ...an owner or driver if they decide the claims are made too often or the same type of claim is made many times Services Provided Emergency Fuel Delivery Delivery of enough fuel for the vehicle to get to...

Page 347: ...you make arrangements and explain how to receive payment Alternative Service If assistance cannot be provided right away the Roadside Assistance advisor may give permission to get local emergency roa...

Page 348: ...o your destination with minimal interruption of your daily schedule This includes one way or round trip shuttle service within reasonable time and distance parameters of your dealer s area Public Tran...

Page 349: ...llision Parts Genuine GM Collision parts are new parts made with the same materials and construction methods as the parts with which the vehicle was originally built Genuine GM Collision parts are the...

Page 350: ...such insurance coverage is not available from your current insurance carrier consider switching to another insurance carrier If the vehicle is leased the leasing company may require you to have insura...

Page 351: ...value the repair using aftermarket parts Discuss this with the repair professional and insist on Genuine GM parts Remember if the vehicle is leased you may be obligated to have the vehicle repaired w...

Page 352: ...ISA MasterCard Discover visit Helm Inc at www helminc com Or write to Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation Allo...

Page 353: ...y defect notify Transport Canada immediately and notify General Motors of Canada Limited Call them at 1 800 333 0510 or write to Transport Canada Road Safety Branch 2780 Sheffield Road Ottawa Ontario...

Page 354: ...ehicle s systems performed The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time typically 30 seconds or less The EDR in this vehicle is designed...

Page 355: ...t in the storage of destinations addresses telephone numbers and other trip information Refer to the navigation system operating manual for information on stored data and for deletion instructions Rad...

Page 356: ...Black plate 16 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual 2011 13 16 Customer Information 2 NOTES I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 357: ...s Light 5 11 Servicing Airbag Equipped Vehicles 3 38 System Check 3 27 Alarm System Anti theft 2 9 AM FM Radio 7 7 Antenna Satellite Radio 7 14 Anti theft Alarm System 2 9 Alarm System Messages 5 29 A...

Page 358: ...and Specifications 12 2 Carbon Monoxide Engine Exhaust 9 24 Trunk 2 7 Winter Driving 9 9 Cargo Net 4 3 Cautions Danger and Warnings iii CD Player 7 14 Center Console Storage 4 2 Chains Tire 10 62 Cha...

Page 359: ...9 2 Devices Auxiliary 7 17 Dome Lamps 6 5 Door Ajar Light 5 22 Ajar Messages 5 27 Locks 2 4 Power Locks 2 5 Rear Seat Pass through 3 10 Drive Belt Routing Engine 12 4 Driver Information Center DIC 5 2...

Page 360: ...r 6 2 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner 10 15 Flash to Pass 6 2 Flashers Hazard Warning 6 3 Flat Tire 10 62 Changing 10 63 Floor Mats 10 83 Fluid Automatic Transmission 10 14 Brakes 10 26 Power Steering 10...

Page 361: ...g Lamps DRL 6 2 Flash to Pass 6 2 High Beam On Light 5 21 High Low Beam Changer 6 2 Lamps On Reminder 5 21 Heated Front Seats 3 8 Heated Mirrors 2 11 Heater Engine 9 20 High Beam On Light 5 21 High Sp...

Page 362: ...8 Lighting Entry 6 6 Exit 6 6 Illumination Control 6 4 Lights Airbag Readiness 5 11 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning 5 17 Brake System Warning 5 16 Charging System 5 13 Cruise Control 5 22 Door Ajar...

Page 363: ...ire 5 30 Messages cont Transmission 5 30 Vehicle 5 25 Window 5 31 Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview 2 11 Convex 2 10 Folding 2 11 Heated 2 11 Power 2 11 Monitor System Tire Pressure 10 51 N Navigatio...

Page 364: ...r Door Locks 2 5 Mirrors 2 11 Outlets 5 5 Protection Battery 6 6 Retained Accessory RAP 9 21 Seat Adjustment 3 5 Steering Fluid 10 23 Windows 2 12 Pregnancy Using Safety Belts 3 25 Privacy Radio Frequ...

Page 365: ...estraints Where to Put 3 48 Retained Accessory Power RAP 9 21 Ride Control Systems Messages 5 29 Roads Driving Wet 9 7 Roadside Assistance Program 13 5 Roof Sunroof 2 15 Rotation Tires 10 55 Routing E...

Page 366: ...13 7 Servicing the Airbag 3 38 Shift Lock Control Function Check Automatic Transmission 10 28 Shifting Into Park 9 21 Out of Park 9 22 Signals Turn and Lane Change 6 3 Spare Tire Compact 10 69 Specif...

Page 367: ...logy and Definitions 10 46 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 10 59 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 10 61 Wheel Replacement 10 61 When It Is Time for New Tires 10 56 Winter 10 43 Towing General Information...

Page 368: ...Ventilation Air 8 4 Visors 2 14 W Warning Brake System Light 5 16 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 5 7 Warnings iii Cautions and Danger iii Hazard Flashers 6 3 Washer Fluid 10 24 Wheels Alignment...

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