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Buick Regal Owner Manual - 2012

Vehicle Care

10-87

A. Screw Driver

B. Tow Hook (If Equipped)

C. Jack

D. Wrench (In Bag)

E. Trim Removal (If Equipped)

F. Fastener (If Equipped)

4. The jack and tools are stored

below the spare tire. Remove
them from their container and
place them near the tire being
changed.

Removing the Flat Tire and
Installing the Spare Tire

Take off the wheel cover or center
cap, 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

‑

for more

information.

2. Turn the wheel wrench

counterclockwise to loosen and
remove the wheel nut caps.

Do not try to remove plastic caps
from the cover or center cap.

3. Pull the cover or center cap

away from the wheel. Store the
wheel cover in the cargo area
until you have the flat tire
repaired or replaced.

Содержание Regal 2012

Страница 1: ...ats 3 3 Rear Seats 3 8 Safety Belts 3 10 Airbag System 3 22 Child Restraints 3 34 Storage 4 1 Storage Compartments 4 1 Additional Storage Features 4 3 Instruments and Controls 5 1 Controls 5 2 Warning...

Страница 2: ...g 10 34 Bulb Replacement 10 34 Electrical System 10 38 Wheels and Tires 10 45 Jump Starting 10 94 Towing 10 99 Appearance Care 10 102 Service and Maintenance 11 1 General Information 11 1 Maintenance...

Страница 3: ...o the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm each of the features found on your vehicle For vehicles first sold in Canada substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limi...

Страница 4: ...ry or death WARNING These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people Notice This means there is something that could result in property or vehicle damage This would not be covered by...

Страница 5: ...ing Antilock Brake System ABS Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar Brake System Warning Light Charging System I Cruise Control B Engine Coolant Temperature O Exterior Lamps Fog Lamps Fuel Gauge Fus...

Страница 6: ...Black plate 6 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual 2012 vi Introduction 2 NOTES...

Страница 7: ...res Radio s 1 15 Satellite Radio 1 16 Portable Audio Devices 1 17 Bluetooth 1 17 Steering Wheel Controls 1 17 Cruise Control 1 18 Navigation System 1 18 Driver Information Center DIC 1 18 Vehicle Pers...

Страница 8: ...Black plate 2 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual 2012 1 2 In Brief Instrument Panel...

Страница 9: ...on page 9 19 K Infotainment on page 7 1 L Traction Control System TCS on page 9 40 If Equipped StabiliTrak System on page 9 42 If Equipped M Infotainment Display N Power Door Locks on page 2 11 Hazard...

Страница 10: ...used for the ignition if the vehicle does not have pushbutton start K Press to unlock the driver door or all doors Q Press to lock all doors Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized V Press and ho...

Страница 11: ...ehicle on and then off See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2 8 Door Locks To lock or unlock the door use the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter or the key from outside the vehicle and the door lock kno...

Страница 12: ...Seats A Seatback Recline Lever B Height Adjustment Switch C Seat Position Handle To adjust the seat position 1 Pull the handle C under the front of the seat cushion 2 Slide the seat to the desired po...

Страница 13: ...Power Seat Adjustment on page 3 4 for more information To raise or recline the seatback tilt the top of the control B forward or rearward See Reclining Seatbacks on page 3 5 Press the front or rear o...

Страница 14: ...fety Belts Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly Safety Belts on page 3 10 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 3 11 Lap Shoulder Belt on p...

Страница 15: ...Interior Mirror The vehicle has an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror Automatic dimming reduces the glare from the headlamps of the vehicle behind you See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on p...

Страница 16: ...amps are located in the overhead console or Press to turn each lamp on or off The rear reading lamps are located in the headliner For more information see Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page...

Страница 17: ...on page 6 1 Daytime Running Lamps DRL on page 6 2 Fog Lamps on page 6 4 Windshield Wiper Washer The windshield wiper lever is on the side of the steering column 2 Use for fast wipes 1 Use for slow wi...

Страница 18: ...Brief Climate Controls The heating cooling and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with these systems Climate Control System A Air Conditioning B Temperature Control C Air Delivery Modes D...

Страница 19: ...Dual Automatic Climate Control System for Non eAssist Vehicles A Air Conditioning B Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls C Heated Seats D Air Delivery Modes E Climate Display F Defrost G Recircu...

Страница 20: ...r and Passenger Temperature Controls C Heated Seats D Air Delivery Modes E Climate Display F Defrost G Recirculation H Fan Controls I AUTO Automatic Mode J Rear Defogger See Climate Control Systems on...

Страница 21: ...ess to seek the previous station or track Press to seek the next station or track Buttons 1 to 6 Press to save and select favorite stations INFO Press to show available information about the current s...

Страница 22: ...TUNE MENU knob or press the Time screen button to display other options within that feature 2 Press or to decrease or increase the Hours and Minutes displayed on the clock 12 24 HR Format Press the 12...

Страница 23: ...the vehicle Not all phones will support all functions See Bluetooth Overview on page 7 38 or Bluetooth Infotainment Controls on page 7 40 or Bluetooth Voice Recognition on page 7 44 Steering Wheel Con...

Страница 24: ...ystem provides detailed maps of most major freeways and roads After a destination has been set the system provides turn by turn instructions for reaching the destination In addition the system can hel...

Страница 25: ...voiding objects while in R Reverse It operates at speeds less than 8 km h 5 mph URPA uses audible beeps to provide distance and system information Keep the sensors on the vehicle s rear bumper clean t...

Страница 26: ...an object is in the path of the sunroof while it is closing the anti pinch feature will detect the object and stop the sunroof The sunroof will then return to the full open or vent position The sunroo...

Страница 27: ...also a Power Flow Gauge in the Driver Information Center DIC See Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 25 The eAssist system uses a high voltage battery which is cooled with air drawn from the vehi...

Страница 28: ...op To restart the engine during the auto stop release the brake pedal or press the accelerator pedal The engine starts immediately The vehicle continues to run until the next stop AUTO STOP on the tac...

Страница 29: ...stem TCS The vehicle may have a traction control system that limits wheel slip The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started To turn off traction control press and release the TC...

Страница 30: ...This may be an early indicator that the tire pressures are getting low and the tires need to be inflated to the proper pressure The TPMS does not replace normal monthly tire maintenance It is the dri...

Страница 31: ...5 85 Ethanol Vehicles that have a FlexFuel badge and a yellow fuel cap can use either unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up to 85 ethanol E85 See Fuel E85 85 Ethanol on page 9 53 For all oth...

Страница 32: ...cation will be sent to an OnStar Advisor who will assess your problem contact Roadside Assistance and relay your exact location to get the help you need Online Owner Center The Online Owner Center is...

Страница 33: ...er Door Locks 2 11 Safety Locks 2 11 Doors Trunk 2 12 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security 2 14 Anti theft Alarm System 2 14 Immobilizer 2 14 Immobilizer Operation Key Access 2 14 Immobilizer Operation K...

Страница 34: ...e with children WARNING Leaving children in a vehicle with the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter is dangerous for many reasons children or others could be badly injured or even killed They could op...

Страница 35: ...Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle See OnStar Overview on page 14 1 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13 16 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Co...

Страница 36: ...l indicators may flash and or the horn may sound to indicate locking See Locking Feedback under Vehicle Personalization on page 5 36 If the driver door is open when Q is pressed all doors lock except...

Страница 37: ...o unlock This is not customizable To customize which doors unlock when the driver door is opened see Door Unlock Options under Vehicle Personalization on page 5 36 Lock Sensor When all doors are close...

Страница 38: ...to access the transmitter pocket 4 Press the ignition When the transmitter is learned the DIC will show that it is ready to program the next transmitter 5 Remove the transmitter from the transmitter p...

Страница 39: ...l show that it is ready to program the next transmitter 6 Remove the transmitter from the transmitter pocket and press K To program additional transmitters repeat Steps 4 through 6 When all additional...

Страница 40: ...ith an automatic climate control system will default to a heating or cooling mode depending on the outside temperature during a remote start A vehicle without automatic climate control will default to...

Страница 41: ...for a total of 15 minutes A maximum of two remote starts or a single start with an extension are allowed between ignition cycles The vehicle s ignition must be turned on and then back off before the r...

Страница 42: ...by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock the vehicle whenever leaving it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when slowing or stoppin...

Страница 43: ...locks that will lock the rear windows and not allow the rear doors to be opened from the inside Power Safety Locks Press v to activate the safety locks on the rear doors The LED light A will illumina...

Страница 44: ...d even death Continued WARNING Continued If the 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 Adjust...

Страница 45: ...s a tie down or anchor 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...

Страница 46: ...the RKE transmitter keyless access Start the engine The alarm automatically disarms How to Detect a Tamper Condition If K is pressed and the horn sounds an attempted break in occurred while the syste...

Страница 47: ...key appears to be undamaged or the light continues to stay on try another ignition key If the engine still does not start with the other key the vehicle needs service If the vehicle does start the fi...

Страница 48: ...pocket located in the center console See No Remote Detected under Key and Lock Messages on page 5 33 If the engine does not start with the other transmitter or when the transmitter is in the pocket i...

Страница 49: ...he mirror outward to return it to the original position Heated Mirrors The vehicle has heated mirrors 1 Rear Window Defogger Press to heat the mirrors See Rear Window Defogger under Dual Automatic Cli...

Страница 50: ...e especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance This may result in a pulsing sound when either rear window is down...

Страница 51: ...it and the window goes up or down automatically Stop the window by pushing or pulling the switch Rear Window Lockout with Power Safety Locks For vehicles with power safety locks the rear window locko...

Страница 52: ...y Programming the Power Windows If the battery on the vehicle has been recharged disconnected or is not working you will need to reprogram each front power window for the express up feature to work Be...

Страница 53: ...on To open or close the sunroof press the switch A to the first detent position To express open or close the sunroof with the safety function enabled press the open or close sunroof switch A to the se...

Страница 54: ...the sunroof and remove any obstacles or loose debris Wipe the sunroof seal and roof sealing area using a clean cloth mild soap and water Do not remove grease from the sunroof Sunshade The sunshade is...

Страница 55: ...Airbag System Airbag System 3 22 Where Are the Airbags 3 24 When Should an Airbag Inflate 3 25 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 3 26 How Does an Airbag Restrain 3 26 What Will You See after an Airbag Inf...

Страница 56: ...aints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant s head This position reduces the...

Страница 57: ...t Designed for the LATCH System under Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 3 43 Front Seats Seat Adjustment Seat Position WARNING You can lose control of the vehicle if you try...

Страница 58: ...iding the control forward or rearward Raise or lower the front or rear part of the seat cushion by moving the front or rear of the control up or down Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the entir...

Страница 59: ...your body Instead it 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 cou...

Страница 60: ...er 2 Move the seatback 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...

Страница 61: ...se the seat heater to overheat An overheated seat heater may cause a burn or may damage the seat Uplevel Buttons Shown Base Buttons Similar If available the buttons are on the climate control panel To...

Страница 62: ...remote start unless the heated seat feature is enabled in the vehicle personalization menu See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2 8 and Vehicle Personalization on page 5 36 for more information Rear Seats...

Страница 63: ...t is improperly routed not properly attached or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After raising the rear seatback always...

Страница 64: ...other passengers in the vehicle Continued WARNING Continued It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision passengers riding in these areas are more li...

Страница 65: ...s airbags why should I have to wear safety belts A Airbags are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Whether or not an airbag is provided all occupants still hav...

Страница 66: ...be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force on your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries Wear the shoulder belt over the shoulder and...

Страница 67: ...tly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt is pulled out all the way the child restraint locking feature may be engaged If this happens let...

Страница 68: ...sure the safety belt is out of the way If a door is slammed against a safety belt damage can occur to both the safety belt and the vehicle Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster The vehicle has a shoulder bel...

Страница 69: ...crash if the threshold conditions for pretensioner activation are met And if the vehicle has side impact airbags safety belt pretensioners can help tighten the safety belts in a side crash or a rollo...

Страница 70: ...de is provided Additional adjustable comfort guides are available through your dealer To install the adjustable safety belt comfort guide to the seatback and the safety belt 1 Locate the anchorage loo...

Страница 71: ...e plastic adjuster and pulling on the elastic cord or the guide 6 Adjust the guide so the shoulder portion of the belt is on the shoulder and not falling off of it The belt should be close to but not...

Страница 72: ...removed from the guide Un hook the guide from the loop on the seat Store the guide in a convenient place like the glove box for the next time it is needed Sewn in Safety Belt Comfort Guide On vehicles...

Страница 73: ...ulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces 4 Buckle position and release the safety belt as described previously...

Страница 74: ...to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you To help avoid personal injury do not let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit...

Страница 75: ...ath in a crash To help make sure the safety belt systems are working properly after a crash have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible After a minor crash replacement...

Страница 76: ...r seat mounted side impact airbags the word AIRBAG is on the side of the seatback closest to the door For roof rail airbags the word AIRBAG is on the ceiling or trim Airbags are designed to supplement...

Страница 77: ...seat mounted side impact airbags and or roof rail airbags WARNING Children who are up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder...

Страница 78: ...Passenger Side Similar The driver and front outboard passenger seat mounted side impact airbags are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door The roof rail airbags for the driver front outboar...

Страница 79: ...designed to inflate if the impact exceeds a predetermined deployment threshold Deployment thresholds are used to predict how severe a crash is likely to be in time for the airbags to inflate and help...

Страница 80: ...le is about to roll over on its side or in a severe frontal impact In any particular crash no one can say whether an airbag should have inflated simply because of the vehicle damage or repair costs Wh...

Страница 81: ...thma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you have breathing problems but cannot get out of the vehicle after an airbag inf...

Страница 82: ...em The vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the front outboard passenger position The passenger airbag status indicator will light on the instrument panel when the vehicle is started The words O...

Страница 83: ...sensing system has turned off the passenger frontal airbag no system is fail safe No one can guarantee that an airbag will not inflate under some unusual circumstance even though the airbag is off Se...

Страница 84: ...epending upon the person s seating posture and body build Everyone in the vehicle who has outgrown child restraints should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is an airbag for that person...

Страница 85: ...in a rear seat position in the vehicle and check with your dealer If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an Adult Size Occupant If a person of adult size is sitting in the front outboard passenger seat but...

Страница 86: ...33 for more information about modifications that can affect how the system operates WARNING Stowing of articles under the passenger seat or between the passenger seat cushion and seatback may interfer...

Страница 87: ...t such as an aftermarket seat heater or a comfort enhancing pad or device installed under or on top of the seat fabric could also interfere with the operation of the passenger sensing system This coul...

Страница 88: ...ly Have the vehicle serviced right away See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5 14 for more information Vehicles with eAssist have a high voltage battery and a standard 12 volt battery If an airbag infla...

Страница 89: ...e booster seat Can proper 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 shoul...

Страница 90: ...he child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt The child could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury The child might also slide under the lap belt The belt force wo...

Страница 91: ...ety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by appropriate child restraints Children who...

Страница 92: ...restraints which are purchased by the vehicle owner are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but...

Страница 93: ...ts WARNING A young child s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones as it should Instead it may settle up around the child s abdomen In a...

Страница 94: ...g an Add On Child Restraint in the Vehicle WARNING A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle Secure the child restraint proper...

Страница 95: ...ve around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in the vehicle even when no child is in it In some areas Certified Child Passeng...

Страница 96: ...the inflating airbag 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 i...

Страница 97: ...lation of a child restraint 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 chi...

Страница 98: ...int connects to the 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 teth...

Страница 99: ...and the seat cushion To assist in locating the top tether anchors the top tether anchor symbol is on the cover The top tether anchors are under the covers behind the rear seat on the filler panel Be...

Страница 100: ...chor Attaching more than one child restraint to a single anchor could cause 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...

Страница 101: ...ll need to be secured using the vehicle safety belts instead of the LATCH anchors Refer to the following illustration to learn which anchors to use A Passenger Side Rear Seating Position and Lower Anc...

Страница 102: ...esired seating position 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 Restrain...

Страница 103: ...route the tether under 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 h...

Страница 104: ...nt is removed reinstall the head restraint before the seating position is used WARNING With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly there is a greater chance that occupants will s...

Страница 105: ...y the instructions that came with the child restraint to make sure it is compatible with this vehicle If the child restraint has the LATCH system see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH Syste...

Страница 106: ...Reinstallation under Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 3 43 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the...

Страница 107: ...f the top tether See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 3 43 for more information 7 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To che...

Страница 108: ...ag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag A child in a forward facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if th...

Страница 109: ...restraint in this position Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint 1 Move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward facing child restraint When the passenger se...

Страница 110: ...make sure the retractor is locked If the retractor is not locked repeat Steps 5 and 6 7 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To check grasp the child re...

Страница 111: ...enter Console Storage 4 3 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 of the i...

Страница 112: ...Storage Slide the door A back to access them Cupholders may be located in the second row seat armrest To access pull the armrest down Rear Storage Pull down the armrest Push the button to lift the co...

Страница 113: ...have input jacks for auxiliary devices See Auxiliary Devices on page 7 30 for more information Additional Storage Features Cargo Net There is a cargo net for storing items on the side of the trunk Con...

Страница 114: ...Black plate 4 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual 2012 4 4 Storage 2 NOTES...

Страница 115: ...15 Charging System Light 5 16 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 5 16 Brake System Warning Light 5 18 Electric Parking Brake Light 5 19 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light 5 20 Up Shift Light 5 20 Tractio...

Страница 116: ...Remote System Universal Remote System 5 40 Universal Remote System Programming 5 40 Universal Remote System Operation 5 43 Controls Steering Wheel Adjustment To adjust the steering wheel 1 Pull the l...

Страница 117: ...to select the next or previous favorite radio station CD or MP3 track x Volume Press to increase the volume Press to decrease the volume Heated Steering Wheel For vehicles with a heated steering whee...

Страница 118: ...will immediately stop If the windshield wiper lever is then moved to 9 before the driver door is opened or within 10 minutes the wipers will restart and move to the base of the windshield If the igni...

Страница 119: ...n page 5 30 for more information on the messages that may be displayed for the compass Clock The infotainment system controls are used to access the time and date settings through the menu system See...

Страница 120: ...ower outlet can be used to plug in electrical equipment such as a cell phone or MP3 player This outlet is located under the armrest inside the center console storage The outlet is powered when the ign...

Страница 121: ...a short period and turn itself off A protection circuit shuts off the power supply and the indicator light turns off To reset the circuit unplug the item and plug it back in or turn the Remote Access...

Страница 122: ...there could be a problem with a vehicle function Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a v...

Страница 123: ...Black plate 9 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual 2012 Instruments and Controls 5 9 Instrument Cluster English Automatic Transmission Shown Manual and Metric Similar...

Страница 124: ...Black plate 10 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual 2012 5 10 Instruments and Controls English eAssist Automatic Transmission Shown Manual and Metric Similar...

Страница 125: ...show how far the vehicle 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...

Страница 126: ...less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated For example the gauge may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank...

Страница 127: ...engine is too hot See Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light on page 5 22 for more information If the vehicle has been operated under normal driving conditions pull off the road stop the vehicle an...

Страница 128: ...unbuckled while the vehicle is moving If the front passenger safety belt is buckled neither the chime nor the light comes on The front passenger safety belt reminder light and chime may turn on if an...

Страница 129: ...a distance you may not see the system check Then after several more seconds the status indicator will light either ON or OFF to let you know the status of the front outboard passenger frontal airbag...

Страница 130: ...show it is working If it does not have the vehicle serviced by your dealer See Ignition Positions Key Access on page 9 17 or Ignition Positions Keyless Access on page 9 19 for more information This l...

Страница 131: ...soon as possible Light On Steady An emission control system malfunction has been detected on the vehicle Diagnosis and service might be required The following may correct an emissions system malfuncti...

Страница 132: ...ines that critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection This can happen if the 12 volt battery has recently been replace...

Страница 133: ...nglish Metric The parking brake status light comes on when the brake is applied If the light continues flashing after the parking brake is released or while driving there is a problem with the electri...

Страница 134: ...in to reset the system If the ABS light stays on or comes on again while driving the vehicle needs service If the regular brake system warning light is not on the vehicle still has brakes but not anti...

Страница 135: ...f If the Traction Control System TCS is off wheel spin is not limited If StabiliTrak is off the system does not assist in controlling the vehicle Turn on the TCS and the StabiliTrak system and the war...

Страница 136: ...nal control of the vehicle See StabiliTrak System on page 9 42 and Traction Control System TCS on page 9 40 for more information See Ride Control System Messages on page 5 33 for more information on t...

Страница 137: ...bout a minute and then stays on there may be a problem with the TPMS If the problem is not corrected the light will come on at every ignition cycle See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10 56 fo...

Страница 138: ...The immobilizer light should come on briefly as the engine is started If it does not come on have the vehicle serviced by your dealer If the system is working normally the indicator light turns off If...

Страница 139: ...closed and completely latched If a door is not closed properly a chime sounds after the engine is started and the vehicle is not in P Park Information Displays Driver Information Center DIC The Driver...

Страница 140: ...LR Set Clear Press to set or clear the menu item when it is displayed B w x Thumbwheel Use to scroll through the items in each menu A small marker will move across the bottom of the page as you scroll...

Страница 141: ...t by pressing SET CLR while the Fuel Economy display is showing The instantaneous fuel economy reflects only the current fuel economy and changes frequently as driving conditions change Unlike average...

Страница 142: ...ems Unit Tire Pressure Remaining Oil Life Jump Start eAssist Only Unit Move w x to switch between metric or US when the Unit display is active Press SET CLR to confirm the setting This will change the...

Страница 143: ...status of the vehicle or some action that may be needed to correct a condition Multiple messages may display one after the other The messages that do not require immediate action can be acknowledged a...

Страница 144: ...9 38 for more information SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST This message may be displayed when there is a problem with the brake boost assist system When this message is displayed the brake boost assist motor mig...

Страница 145: ...ne the air conditioning compressor automatically turns off When the coolant temperature returns to normal the air conditioning compressor turns back on You can continue to drive the vehicle If this me...

Страница 146: ...This message displays when the engine oil level is too low Check the oil level See Engine Oil on page 10 12 OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE This message displays if low oil pressure levels occur Stop the...

Страница 147: ...ed See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 9 48 SERVICE PARK ASSIST This message displays if there is a problem with the Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA system Do not use this system to help you par...

Страница 148: ...st Only for more information JUMP START COMPLETE ATTEMPT START This message displays while performing an on board jump start of the vehicle See Jump Starting On board with eAssist Only for more inform...

Страница 149: ...o P Park This may appear when attempting to remove the key from the ignition or from the vehicle if the vehicle is not in P Park TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE ENGINE This message displays and a chime sounds i...

Страница 150: ...ill be available Climate and Air Quality Comfort and Convenience Collision Detection Systems Languages Lighting Power Door Locks Remote Lock Unlock Start Return to Factory Settings Turn the Multifunct...

Страница 151: ...ess the knob to confirm the selection and go back to the last menu Auto Defog This allows the auto defog function to be turned on or off Press the Multifunction knob when Auto Defog is highlighted to...

Страница 152: ...Power Door Locks and the following will be displayed Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out Auto Door Unlock Delayed Door Lock Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out When on this feature will keep the driver door from loc...

Страница 153: ...with the RKE transmitter Press the Multifunction knob when Remote Lock Feedback is highlighted Turn the knob to select Lights and Horn Lights Only Horn Only or Off Press the knob to confirm and go ba...

Страница 154: ...anufactured before April 1 1982 Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the Universal Remote system Because of the steps involved it may be helpful to have another person availab...

Страница 155: ...the garage door Do not release the Universal Remote system button or the hand held transmitter button until the indicator light changes from a slowly to a rapidly flashing light You now may release bo...

Страница 156: ...lease it Again if the door does not move or the garage door lamp does not flash press and hold the same button a third time for two seconds and then release The Universal Remote system should now acti...

Страница 157: ...hile the signal is being transmitted Erasing Universal Remote System Buttons All programmed buttons should be erased when the vehicle is sold or the lease ends To erase all programmed buttons on the U...

Страница 158: ...Black plate 44 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual 2012 5 44 Instruments and Controls 2 NOTES...

Страница 159: ...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 to...

Страница 160: ...ou and release Daytime Running Lamps DRL Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on...

Страница 161: ...on the headlamps when driving through a parking garage or tunnel When it is bright enough outside the headlamps will turn off or may change to daytime running lamps DRL The automatic headlamp system...

Страница 162: ...y moving the lever back to its original position If after signaling a turn or lane change the arrow flashes rapidly or does not come on a signal bulb might be burned out Have the bulbs replaced If the...

Страница 163: ...Dome Lamps The interior lamps control located in the overhead console controls both the front and rear interior lamps To operate Off Turns the lamps off H Door Turns the lamps on when any door is open...

Страница 164: ...menu in the infotainment display Press CONFIG on the audio system to call up the menu See Vehicle Personalization on page 5 36 Exit Lighting The headlamps taillamps parking lamps back up lamps and lic...

Страница 165: ...w and mirrors Heated seats Fan In the second stage a Driver Information Center DIC message is displayed confirming the activation of the battery discharge protection See Battery Voltage and Charging M...

Страница 166: ...Black plate 8 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual 2012 6 8 Lighting 2 NOTES...

Страница 167: ...r 7 26 MP3 7 29 Auxiliary Devices 7 30 Phone Bluetooth Overview 7 38 Bluetooth Infotainment Controls 7 40 Bluetooth Voice Recognition 7 44 Trademarks and License Agreements Trademarks and License Agre...

Страница 168: ...e with the operation of the engine radio or other systems and could damage them Follow federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone equipment The vehicle has Retained Accessory Power RAP With RAP...

Страница 169: ...Selects the CD player or an external audio source C s Radio Seeks the previous station CD Select the previous track or rewinds within a track D CONFIG Opens the Settings menu E Radio Seeks the next st...

Страница 170: ...aracter O TONE Opens the Tone Settings menu P V Opens the Phone main menu Mutes the audio system Overview Radio with CD and Touchscreen Keeping your eyes on the road and your mind on the drive is impo...

Страница 171: ...r others could be injured or killed Focus your attention on driving and limit glances at the moving map on the navigation screen Use voice guidance whenever possible The infotainment system is control...

Страница 172: ...nd time HOME See Home Page following in this section Multifunction Knob Menu Select Turn to highlight a feature Press to activate the highlighted feature V Phone Mute See Bluetooth Overview on page 7...

Страница 173: ...disc from the CD player See CD Player on page 7 26 Touch Screen Buttons Touch screen buttons are on the screen and highlighted when a feature is available Some toggle screen buttons highlight when act...

Страница 174: ...splay Press the Tone screen button to display the Tone main page Adjust the tone and speakers by pressing the screen buttons to change the levels of sound for treble midrange bass fade and balance See...

Страница 175: ...Set Time Format Press the 12 Hours screen button for standard time press the 24 Hours screen button for military time Set Date Format Depending on the region the following date formats may be availabl...

Страница 176: ...e Page or the CONFIG button on the faceplate then select Display Settings from the list The following options may display Dimming Mode Press to change the screen background The Automatic setting adjus...

Страница 177: ...Turn to adjust the volume V Phone Mute For vehicles with OnStar press and 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...

Страница 178: ...1 Turn the Multifunction knob to highlight the setting 2 Press the Multifunction knob to activate the setting Setting a Value 1 Turn the Multifunction knob to change the current value of the setting...

Страница 179: ...unction knob until the value changes to 0 Press the BACK button to go back to the Tone Settings menu Adjusting the Treble Midrange and Bass 1 Press the TONE button 2 Select Treble Midrange or Bass 3 S...

Страница 180: ...2 Select DSP 3 Select the setting Press the BACK button to go back to the Tone Settings menu System Settings Auto Volume The auto volume feature automatically adjusts the radio volume to compensate fo...

Страница 181: ...nformation that may be available for the current song s or Press to search for stations Buttons 1 to 6 Press to select preset stations FAV 1 2 3 Press to open the favorites list and select favorites p...

Страница 182: ...stations in the current reception area are displayed If a station list has not been created an automatic station search is done 3 Select the station Category Lists Most stations that broadcast an RDS...

Страница 183: ...e autostore 1 Press RADIO BAND to select FM or AM 2 Press AS 1 2 for at least two seconds The radio then searches for available stations 3 The radio automatically stores the six strongest stations fou...

Страница 184: ...tion If a station is not found the radio switches to a more sensitive search level If a station still is not found the frequency that was last active begins to play If the radio station is known Press...

Страница 185: ...te 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 button 1 to 6 until a beep is heard The st...

Страница 186: ...ADIO BAND Press to turn the radio on and choose between AM FM and XM if equipped Multifunction Knob Turn to search for channels and press to navigate the available menus INFO Press to display addition...

Страница 187: ...ed To select an XM channel using the menu 1 Press the Multifunction knob 2 Select XM Stations List 3 Select the channel Selecting a Channel by Category 1 Press the Multifunction knob 2 Select XM Categ...

Страница 188: ...m the Add Remove XM Categories screen select or deselect any category to be used in XM mode A checkmark will indicate that the category is selected Turning XM Album Art On or Off 1 From the Home Page...

Страница 189: ...t www xmradio com or 1 800 929 2100 in the U S and www xmradio ca or 1 877 438 9677 in Canada No XM Signal The system is working properly The vehicle may be in a location where the XM signal is being...

Страница 190: ...o stations boost the power levels during the day and then reduce these levels during the night Static can also occur when things like storms and power lines interfere with radio reception When this ha...

Страница 191: ...between the grid lines to attach a cellular telephone antenna without interfering with radio reception Notice Using a razor blade or sharp object to clear the inside rear window can damage the rear w...

Страница 192: ...CD Player Do not add a label to a disc it could get caught in the CD player If a label is needed write on the top of the recorded disc with a marking pen Do not use disc lens cleaners because they cou...

Страница 193: ...Multifunction knob and then set Shuffle Songs to On Fast Forward and Rewind Press and hold or s to fast forward or rewind within the current track Selecting an MP3 Track Using the control buttons Pres...

Страница 194: ...main page a track number displays at the beginning of each track Song Artist and Album information displays when available Use the following controls to play the disc w j Play Pause Use to start pause...

Страница 195: ...Menu Shuffle Songs Press to play the tracks randomly Press again to stop shuffle Playlists Press to view the playlists stored on the disc Select a playlist to view the list of all songs in that playli...

Страница 196: ...the CD only contains compressed audio files without any folders or playlists all files are under the root folder File System and Naming The song titles artists albums and genres are taken from the fil...

Страница 197: ...ibed in Overview Radio with CD on page 7 3 or Overview Radio with CD and Touchscreen on page 7 4 or Operation on page 7 11 Using the 3 5 mm 1 8 in Auxiliary Input Jack Connect a 3 5 mm 1 8 in cable to...

Страница 198: ...urn the main screen On Plays tracks in the current folder in random order Off Plays tracks in the current folder in sequential order Repeat Press the Multifunction knob and set Repeat to On or Off the...

Страница 199: ...ck mp3 and wma files from a USB drive Only the first 2 500 songs are recognized on the device When a device is not supported the message No supported data found You can safely disconnect the device ap...

Страница 200: ...MP3 Player and USB Drives The USB MP3 players and USB drives connected must comply with the USB Mass Storage Class specification USB MSC Only USB MP3 players and USB drives with a sector size or 512 b...

Страница 201: ...displays USB Menu Press any of the following buttons on the USB Menu Shuffle Songs Press to play the tracks randomly Press again to stop shuffle Playlists Press to view the playlists stored on the US...

Страница 202: ...nfotainment system When connecting an iPod on which firmware from other providers is installed To connect and control an iPod connect one end of the standard iPod USB cable to the iPod s dock connecto...

Страница 203: ...w a list of artists of that genre 3 Select an artist to view albums or All Songs to view all songs of that genre 4 Select album to view songs 5 Select the desired song from the list to begin playback...

Страница 204: ...dialing capability learn to use that feature to access the address book or contact list See Voice Pass Thru in this section for more information See Storing and Deleting Phone Numbers in this section...

Страница 205: ...ystem and dial phone numbers Noise The system may not recognize voice commands if there is too much background noise When to Speak A tone sounds to indicate that the system is ready for a voice comman...

Страница 206: ...the vehicle is moving Pairing only needs to be completed once unless the pairing information on the cell phone changes or the cell phone is deleted from the system Only one paired cell phone can be c...

Страница 207: ...ce List 5 Select the phone to delete and follow 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 th...

Страница 208: ...on radio 2 Select Call Lists 3 Select the Incoming Calls Outgoing Calls or Missed Calls list 4 Select the name or number you want to call Making a Call To make a call 1 Press V once or twice depending...

Страница 209: ...Sequence in Operation on page 7 11 for more information 4 After the call has been placed turn or press the Multifunction knob and choose Merge Calls 5 To add more callers to the conference call repeat...

Страница 210: ...he Bluetooth system The pairing process is disabled when the vehicle is moving Pairing only needs to be completed once unless the pairing information on the cell phone changes or the cell phone is del...

Страница 211: ...Say Bluetooth 3 Say Delete The system asks for which phone to delete 4 Say the name of the phone you want to delete Connecting to a Different Phone To connect to a different cell phone the Bluetooth...

Страница 212: ...system responds Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Digit Store 3 Say each digit one at a time that you want to store After each digit is entered the system repeats back the digit it heard followed by a t...

Страница 213: ...tered the system repeats back the digit it heard followed by a tone If an unwanted number is recognized by the system say Clear at any time to clear the last number To hear all of the numbers recogniz...

Страница 214: ...end a call Muting a Call During a call all sounds from inside the vehicle can be muted so that the person on the other end of the call cannot hear them To mute a call press b g and then say Mute Call...

Страница 215: ...the phone s operating instructions Dual Tone Multi Frequency DTMF Tones The Bluetooth system can send numbers and the numbers stored as name tags during a call You can use this feature when calling a...

Страница 216: ...Dolby Laboratories Made for iPod means that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards iPod i...

Страница 217: ...ession software included in this product is protected by intellectual property rights including patent rights copyrights and trade secrets of Digital Voice Systems Inc General Requirements 1 A License...

Страница 218: ...nd or file identification and obtain music related information including name artist track and title information Gracenote Data from online servers or embedded databases collectively Gracenote Servers...

Страница 219: ...ccuracy of any Gracenote Data from in the Gracenote Servers Gracenote reserves the right to delete data from the Gracenote Servers or to change data categories for any cause that Gracenote deems suffi...

Страница 220: ...Black plate 54 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual 2012 7 54 Infotainment System 2 NOTES...

Страница 221: ...Air Filter 8 8 Climate Control Systems The heating cooling and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system A Air Conditioning B Temperature Control C Air Delivery Modes D Fan Contr...

Страница 222: ...efficiency and to cool the vehicle faster recirculation may be automatically selected in warm weather The recirculation light will not come on Press h to select recirculation press it again to select...

Страница 223: ...nd ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system Dual Automatic Climate Control System Non eAssist Vehicles A Air Conditioning B Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls C Heated Sea...

Страница 224: ...r vehicle systems for heat and power input Certain climate control settings can lead to higher fuel usage and or fewer Auto Stops The following are climate control settings that use more fuel Comfort...

Страница 225: ...be changed to metric units through the Driver Information Center DIC See Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 25 Manual Operation Driver and Passenger Temperature Control The temperature can be ad...

Страница 226: ...y occur if the climate control system determines the a c compressor can be shut off and still maintain comfort levels with minimal windshield fogging Eco Air Conditioning If Equipped Press to turn on...

Страница 227: ...s for about five minutes before turning off At higher speeds the rear window defogger may stay on continuously For vehicles with heated outside rearview mirrors they turn on with the rear window defog...

Страница 228: ...inside the vehicle more effectively Use of non GM approved hood deflectors can adversely affect the performance of the system Maintenance Air Intake Clear away any ice snow or leaves from the air inta...

Страница 229: ...ccess 9 19 Starting the Engine 9 22 Engine Heater 9 26 Retained Accessory Power RAP 9 27 Shifting Into Park Automatic Transmission 9 28 Shifting out of Park Automatic Transmission 9 29 Parking 9 30 Pa...

Страница 230: ...ecome familiar with the local laws in your area To avoid distracted driving always keep your eyes on the road hands on the wheel and mind on the drive Do not use a phone in demanding driving situation...

Страница 231: ...afety belt See Safety Belts on page 3 10 Assume that other road users pedestrians bicyclists and other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do and be ready All...

Страница 232: ...applied Once the power assist is used up it can take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Steering Electric Power Steering Your vehicle may have electric power steering It does no...

Страница 233: ...ning the vehicle can be steered but may required increased effort See your dealer if there is a problem Curve Tips Take curves at a reasonable speed Reduce speed before entering a curve Maintain a rea...

Страница 234: ...your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go The vehicle may straighten out Be ready for a second skid if it occurs Slow down and adjust your driving accord...

Страница 235: ...rnings and be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous Water can build up under the vehicle s tires so they actually ride on the water This can...

Страница 236: ...ns include Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape Check all fluid levels and brakes tires cooling system and transmission Shift to a lower gear when going down steep or long hills WARNING If you...

Страница 237: ...rain until roads can be treated with salt or sand Drive with caution whatever the condition Accelerate gently so traction is not lost Accelerating too quickly causes the wheels to spin and makes the s...

Страница 238: ...unconsciousness and even death If the vehicle is stuck in the snow Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking the exhaust pipe Check again from time to time...

Страница 239: ...s tires spin at high 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 av...

Страница 240: ...tion 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 and c...

Страница 241: ...WR and the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for the front and rear axle See Certification Label later in this section Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate the statement The combined weight o...

Страница 242: ...erred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle This vehicle is neither designed nor intended to tow a trailer Exa...

Страница 243: ...el for specific information about the vehicle s capacity weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed the vehicle s capacity weight Certifica...

Страница 244: ...h Overloading can also shorten the life of the vehicle If you put things inside the vehicle like suitcases tools packages or anything else they will go as fast as the vehicle goes If you have to stop...

Страница 245: ...owing break in engine speed and load can be gradually increased Ignition Positions Key Access The ignition switch has four different positions Notice Using a tool to force the key to turn in the ignit...

Страница 246: ...ergency If the vehicle cannot be pulled over and must be shut off while driving turn the ignition to ACC ACCESSORY The ignition switch can bind in the LOCK OFF position with the wheels turned off cent...

Страница 247: ...the battery See Jump Starting On board with eAssist Only on page 10 94 or Jump Starting with or without eAssist on page 10 95 If charging or jump starting the battery does not work there is a manual...

Страница 248: ...ill return to ACC ACCESSORY and display the message SHIFT TO PARK in the Driver Information Center DIC See Transmission Messages on page 5 35 for more information When the vehicle is shifted into P Pa...

Страница 249: ...LED Light This mode is for driving and starting With the ignition off and the brake pedal applied pressing the button once will place the ignition system in ON RUN START Once engine cranking begins r...

Страница 250: ...tch pedal down to the floor and start the engine The vehicle will not start if the clutch pedal is not all the way down Starting Procedure Key Access 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn th...

Страница 251: ...ngine and transmission gently until the oil warms up and lubricates all moving parts Starting Procedure Keyless Access 1 If the vehicle has the keyless access system the transmitter must be in the veh...

Страница 252: ...pecially in very cold weather below 18 C or 0 F it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you press the START button...

Страница 253: ...F If the driver door is opened while in auto stop mode a chime will sound To restart the engine during auto stop release the brake pedal or press the accelerator pedal The engine starts immediately Th...

Страница 254: ...Control System on page 8 3 for more information The engine is required to run for either heater or climate control performance See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8 3 for more informatio...

Страница 255: ...or at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts The length of time the heater should remain plugged in d...

Страница 256: ...ake on page 9 38 for more information 2 Hold the button on the shift lever and push the lever toward the front of the vehicle into P Park 3 Turn the ignition to LOCK OFF 4 Remove the key Leaving the V...

Страница 257: ...val unless the shift lever is in P Park with the shift lever button fully released Prevent movement of the shift lever out of P Park unless the ignition is in ON RUN and the brake pedal is applied The...

Страница 258: ...rn the ignition key to LOCK OFF remove the key and release the clutch Parking over Things That Burn WARNING Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under the vehicle and ignite Do not park...

Страница 259: ...ous Engine exhaust may enter the vehicle Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death Never run the engine in an enclosed area...

Страница 260: ...ver is not fully in P Park with the parking brake firmly set The vehicle can roll Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle...

Страница 261: ...and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging the transmission see If the Vehicle Is Stuck on page 9 11 N Neutral In this position the engine does not connect with the wheels To restart th...

Страница 262: ...hift gears when you go faster and you continue to drive the vehicle that way you could damage the transmission Have the vehicle serviced right away Manual Mode Driver Shift Control DSC Notice Driving...

Страница 263: ...r gear allows the vehicle to gain more traction on slippery surfaces Manual Transmission This is the shift pattern for the six speed manual transmission To operate the transmission Notice Do not rest...

Страница 264: ...ccelerator pedal and press the brake pedal Just before the vehicle stops press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal and shift to Neutral Neutral Use this position when you start or idle the engine The...

Страница 265: ...ling the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel ABS can change the brake pressure to each wheel as required faster than any driver could This can help the driver steer around the obsta...

Страница 266: ...on While the brake is being applied the status light will flash until it is fully applied If the light does not come on or remains flashing you need to have the vehicle serviced Do not drive the vehi...

Страница 267: ...system and is operating with reduced functionality To release the EPB when this light is on push down on the EPB switch and hold it in the down position EPB release may take a longer period of time th...

Страница 268: ...designed to prevent the vehicle from rolling either forward or rearward during vehicle drive off After the driver completely stops and holds the vehicle in a complete standstill on a grade HSA will be...

Страница 269: ...comes on and stays on reset the system To reset 1 Stop the vehicle 2 Turn the engine off and wait 15 seconds 3 Start the engine If d still comes on and stays on the vehicle needs service Notice Do no...

Страница 270: ...iTrak activates when the computer senses a difference between the intended path and the direction the vehicle is actually traveling StabiliTrak selectively applies braking pressure to the vehicle brak...

Страница 271: ...nt panel until i and g illuminate and the appropriate DIC message is displayed See Ride Control System Messages on page 5 33 When StabiliTrak is turned off the system will not assist with directional...

Страница 272: ...itions demand more 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 Pres...

Страница 273: ...tings 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 Cruise control do...

Страница 274: ...red 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 Speed If the cr...

Страница 275: ...rol speed Using Cruise Control on Hills How well the cruise control works on hills depends upon the vehicle s speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you might have to step...

Страница 276: ...e To prevent injury death or vehicle damage even with URPA always check behind the vehicle and check all mirrors before backing How the System Works URPA comes on automatically when the shift lever is...

Страница 277: ...the URPA system does not activate due to a temporary condition this message displays This can occur under the following conditions The driver has disabled the system The ultrasonic sensors are not cl...

Страница 278: ...ne 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 e...

Страница 279: ...United States or CAN CGSB 3 5 or 3 511 in Canada Some gasolines contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT We recommend against the use of gasolines...

Страница 280: ...ronmental Protection Agency regulations To help keep fuel injectors and intake valves clean and avoid problems due to dirty injectors or valves look for gasoline that is advertised as TOP TIER Deterge...

Страница 281: ...T can reduce spark plug life and affect emission control system performance The malfunction indicator lamp might turn on If this occurs return to your dealer for service Fuel E85 85 Ethanol Vehicles t...

Страница 282: ...54 Notice Some additives are not compatible with E85 fuel and can harm the vehicle s fuel system Do not add anything to E85 Damage caused by additives would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Noti...

Страница 283: ...ll and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Do not top off or overfill the tank Wait a few seconds before removin...

Страница 284: ...ou and others Dispense fuel only into approved containers Do not fill a container while it is inside a vehicle in a vehicle s trunk pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground Continued WARNING...

Страница 285: ...hicle 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 can drain the vehicle s 12 v...

Страница 286: ...Black plate 58 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual 2012 9 58 Driving and Operating 2 NOTES...

Страница 287: ...Brakes 10 28 Brake Fluid 10 29 Battery 10 30 Starter Switch Check 10 31 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check 10 32 Ignition Transmission Lock Check 10 32 Park Brake and P Park Mec...

Страница 288: ...Flat 10 68 Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit With Pressure Relief Button 10 70 Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit With Pressure Deflation Button 10 77 Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 10 86 Tire...

Страница 289: ...s Adding non dealer accessories or making modifications to the vehicle can affect vehicle performance and safety including such things as airbags braking stability ride and handling emissions systems...

Страница 290: ...knowledge experience the proper replacement parts and tools before attempting any vehicle maintenance task Be sure to use the proper nuts bolts and other fasteners Metric and English fasteners can be...

Страница 291: ...hicle to the left of 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 cap...

Страница 292: ...Black plate 6 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual 2012 10 6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 2 0L L4 Engine...

Страница 293: ...Fluid Reservoir and Cap See Power Steering Fluid 2 0L and 2 4L without eAssist on page 10 26 or Power Steering Fluid 2 4L with eAssist on page 10 27 G Brake Master Cylinder and Hydraulic Clutch Reserv...

Страница 294: ...Black plate 8 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual 2012 10 8 Vehicle Care 2 4L L4 Engine without eAssist...

Страница 295: ...e Engine Oil on page 10 12 E Transmission Fluid Cap and Dipstick See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 10 15 F Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir See Brakes on page 10 28 G Coolant Surge Tank and Pres...

Страница 296: ...Black plate 10 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual 2012 10 10 Vehicle Care 2 4L L4 Engine with eAssist...

Страница 297: ...Oil Dipstick Out of View See Engine Oil on page 10 12 F High Voltage Cable Orange Color G Transmission Fluid Cap See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 10 15 H Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir See Br...

Страница 298: ...ck handle is a yellow loop See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 6 for the location of the engine oil dipstick Obtaining an accurate oil level reading is essential 1 If the engine has been runnin...

Страница 299: ...dexos1 approved certification mark Engine oils meeting the requirements for the vehicle should have the dexos1 approved certification mark This certification mark indicates that the oil has been appro...

Страница 300: ...ams or bodies of water Recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil Engine Oil Life System When to Change Engine Oil This vehicle has a computer system that indicates when to change the e...

Страница 301: ...off and the REMAINING OIL LIFE 100 message is displayed If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL message comes back on when the vehicle is started the engine oil life system has not been reset Repeat the procedure A...

Страница 302: ...d repaired When to Check and What to Use The brake hydraulic clutch fluid reservoir cap has this symbol on it The common hydraulic clutch and brake master cylinder fluid reservoir is filled with eithe...

Страница 303: ...ter remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to release loose dust and dirt If the filter remains covered with dirt a new filter is required To inspect or replace the engine air...

Страница 304: ...e 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 cleaner filter 8 Reverse S...

Страница 305: ...f the engine backfires Use caution when working on the engine and do not drive with the air cleaner filter off Notice If the air cleaner filter is off dirt can easily get into the engine which could d...

Страница 306: ...olant other than DEX COOL can cause premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion In addition the engine coolant could require changing sooner at 50 000 km 30 000 mi or 24 months whichever occurs...

Страница 307: ...ure of deionized water and DEX COOL coolant If using this mixture nothing else needs to be added These mixtures Give freezing protection down to 37 C 34 F outside temperature Give boiling protection u...

Страница 308: ...procedure could cause the engine to overheat and be severely damaged If no problem is found check to see if coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank If coolant is visible but the coolant level is...

Страница 309: ...ecommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture WARNING You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enoug...

Страница 310: ...0L Engine and 2 4L Engine without eAssist The vehicle has an engine coolant temperature warning light and an engine coolant temperature gauge on the instrument panel to warn of engine overheating See...

Страница 311: ...gh speed driving Idles for long periods in traffic If the overheat warning is displayed with no sign of steam 1 Turn the air conditioning off 2 Turn the heater on to the highest temperature and to the...

Страница 312: ...suspected in the system or an unusual noise is heard A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired How to Check Power Steering Fluid Notice Extremely smal...

Страница 313: ...ead the manufacturer 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 Wash...

Страница 314: ...ighten wheel nuts in 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 you...

Страница 315: ...worn there will be 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...

Страница 316: ...h 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 sp...

Страница 317: ...you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before starting this check be sure there is enough room around the vehicle 2 Firmly...

Страница 318: ...P Park with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of P Park contact your dealer for service Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the ignition...

Страница 319: ...cracking See Maintenance Schedule on page 11 3 for more information It is a good idea to clean or replace the wiper blade assembly on a regular basis or when worn For proper windshield wiper blade le...

Страница 320: ...icle be taken to a dealer for service Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs see Replacement Bulbs on page 10 38 For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact y...

Страница 321: ...e cap for the low beam headlamp DRL bulb replacement from the back of the headlamp assembly 3 Remove the inside cap for the high beam headlamp bulb replacement from the back of the headlamp assembly 4...

Страница 322: ...y by turning it clockwise 6 For the driver side reinstall the windshield washer bottle filler neck by firmly pushing it straight into the bottle Ensure that the filler neck clip engages into the under...

Страница 323: ...ring harness connector A Back up Lamp B Taillamp C Stop Turn Signal Lamp D Taillamp Sidemarker Lamp 5 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it 6 Pull the bulb from the socket 7 Install a new...

Страница 324: ...nt Turn Signal Lamp 3457 NAK Front Sidemarker Lamp Base 194NA High Beam Headlamp Base H7 License Plate Lamp 194 Low Beam Headlamp Daytime Running Lamp DRL H11 Stoplamp Turn Signal Lamp 3157 K Taillamp...

Страница 325: ...remain off Windshield Wipers If the wiper motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice the windshield wipers will stop until the motor cools and will then restart Although the circuit is protected from e...

Страница 326: ...he three retaining clips on the cover and lift it straight up Notice Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it Always keep the covers on any electrical component Engine...

Страница 327: ...tion Fuse Number Usage 15 Not Used 16 Vacuum Pump 17 Ignition Airbag 18 Not Used 19 Not Used 20 Not Used 21 Rear Power Windows 22 Antilock Brake System Valve 23 Variable Effort Steering 24 Front Power...

Страница 328: ...sity Discharge Headlamp Fuse Number Usage 51 Horn 52 Motor Indicator Lamp 53 Ignition Inside Rearview Mirror 54 Not Used 55 Power Windows 56 Windshield Washer 57 Not Used 58 Not Used 59 Secondary Air...

Страница 329: ...AIR Pump K17 Window Mirror Defog Instrument Panel Fuse Block The instrument panel fuse block is located in the instrument panel on the driver side of the vehicle To access the fuses open the storage...

Страница 330: ...nt Heater Ventilation Air Conditioning Blower 12 Right Hand Power Front Seat Number Usage 13 Left Hand Power Front Seat 14 Diagnostic Link Connector 15 Airbag 16 Trunk Release 17 Heating Ventilation A...

Страница 331: ...s injury Check all 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 s...

Страница 332: ...ads is expected All season tires provide good overall performance on most surfaces but they may not offer the traction or the same level of performance as winter tires on snow or ice covered roads Win...

Страница 333: ...xamples show a typical passenger vehicle tire and a compact spare tire sidewall Passenger P Metric Tire Example A Tire Size The tire size is a combination of letters and numbers used to define a parti...

Страница 334: ...ality Grading on page 10 64 G Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load Compact Spare Tire Example A Tire Ply Material The...

Страница 335: ...ce Criteria Specification Original equipment tires designed to GM s specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall GM s TPC specifications meet or exceed all...

Страница 336: ...are inch Accessory Weight The combined weight of optional accessories Some examples of optional accessories are automatic transmission power steering power brakes power windows power seats and air con...

Страница 337: ...an asymmetrical tire that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle Kilopascal kPa The metric unit for air pressure Light Truck LT Metric Tire A tire used on light duty trucks and some multi...

Страница 338: ...re laid at 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Rim A metal support for a tire and upon which the tire beads are seated Sidewall The portion of a tire between the tread and the bead Speed Rating...

Страница 339: ...ehicle Load Limits on page 9 12 Tire Pressure Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate effectively Notice Neither tire underinflation nor overinflation is good Underinflated tires or t...

Страница 340: ...ours or no more than 1 6 km 1 mi Remove the valve cap from the tire valve stem Press the tire gauge firmly onto the valve to get a pressure measurement If the cold tire inflation pressure matches the...

Страница 341: ...The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS uses radio and sensor technology to check tire pressure levels The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in your tires and transmit tire pressure readings to a r...

Страница 342: ...nate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure tha...

Страница 343: ...tion label attached to your vehicle shows the size of the original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressure for the tires when they are cold See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 12 for an examp...

Страница 344: ...ly completing the sensor matching process See TPMS Sensor Matching Process later in this section One or more TPMS sensors are missing or damaged The malfunction light and the DIC message should go off...

Страница 345: ...ss A message asking if the process should begin should appear 6 Press the SET CLR button again to confirm the selection The horn sounds twice to signal the receiver is in relearn mode and the TIRE LEA...

Страница 346: ...e or location of the damage Tire Rotation Tires should be rotated every 12 000 km 7 500 mi See Maintenance Schedule on page 11 3 Tires are rotated to achieve a uniform wear for all tires The first rot...

Страница 347: ...Lightly coat the center of the wheel hub with wheel bearing grease after a wheel change or tire rotation to prevent corrosion or rust build up Do not get grease on the flat wheel mounting surface or o...

Страница 348: ...t tires installed were designed to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec system rating When replacement tires are needed GM strongly recommends buying tires with the sam...

Страница 349: ...velop cracks after many miles of driving A tire and or wheel could fail suddenly and cause a crash Use only radial ply tires with the wheels on the vehicle If the vehicle tires must be replaced with a...

Страница 350: ...els are selected This increases the chance of a crash and serious injury Only use GM specific wheel and tire systems developed for the vehicle and have them properly installed by a GM certified techni...

Страница 351: ...ed under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative...

Страница 352: ...t buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels were aligned and balanced at the factory to provide the longest tire life and best overall performance Adjustm...

Страница 353: ...l with a used one is dangerous How it has been used or how far it has been driven may be unknown It could fail suddenly and cause a crash When replacing wheels use a new GM original equipment wheel Ti...

Страница 354: ...stop well off the road if possible WARNING Driving on a flat tire will cause permanent damage to the tire Re inflating a tire after it has been driven on while severely underinflated or flat may caus...

Страница 355: ...wheel blocks on both sides of the tire at the opposite corner of the tire being changed This vehicle may come with a jack and spare tire or a tire sealant and compressor kit To use the jacking equipm...

Страница 356: ...ng a vehicle in an enclosed area with poor ventilation is dangerous Engine exhaust may enter the vehicle Engine exhaust Continued WARNING Continued contains carbon monoxide CO which cannot be seen or...

Страница 357: ...not be a place to store a tire The tire sealant and compressor can be used to temporarily seal punctures up to 6 mm in in the tread area of the tire It can also be used to inflate an underinflated tir...

Страница 358: ...ily Seal and Inflate a Punctured Tire Follow the directions closely for correct sealant usage When using the tire sealant and compressor kit during cold temperatures warm the kit in a heated environme...

Страница 359: ...ire The pressure gauge D will initially show a high pressure while the compressor pushes the sealant into the tire Once the sealant is completely dispersed into the tire the pressure will quickly drop...

Страница 360: ...ended inflation pressure remove the maximum speed label from the sealant canister and place it in a highly visible location Do not exceed the speed on this label until the damaged tire is repaired or...

Страница 361: ...ured To use the air compressor to inflate a tire with air only and not sealant If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place Turn on the hazard warning fla...

Страница 362: ...and Loading Information label See Tire Pressure on page 10 53 The pressure gauge D may read higher than the actual tire pressure while the compressor is on Turn the compressor off to get an accurate r...

Страница 363: ...A 3 Pull up on the canister A to remove it 4 Replace with a new canister which is available from your dealer 5 Push the new canister into place 6 Screw the connector B to the canister A 7 Slide the p...

Страница 364: ...tilation For more information see Engine Exhaust on page 9 30 WARNING Overinflating a tire could cause the tire to rupture and you or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the tire sealan...

Страница 365: ...e wheel has damaged sidewalls or has a large puncture the tire is too severely damaged for the tire sealant and compressor kit to be effective See Roadside Assistance Program on page 13 6 Read and fol...

Страница 366: ...rarily Seal and Inflate a Punctured Tire Follow the directions closely for correct sealant usage When using the tire sealant and compressor kit during cold temperatures warm the kit in a heated enviro...

Страница 367: ...he tire The pressure gauge C will initially show a high pressure while the compressor pushes the sealant into the tire Once the sealant is completely dispersed into the tire the pressure will quickly...

Страница 368: ...o the recommended inflation pressure remove the maximum speed label from the sealant canister E and place it in a highly visible location Do not exceed the speed on this label until the damaged tire i...

Страница 369: ...or Kit without Sealant to Inflate a Tire Not Punctured To use the air compressor to inflate a tire with air only and not sealant If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slow...

Страница 370: ...ire with air only 10 Inflate the tire to the recommended inflation pressure using the pressure gauge C The recommended inflation pressure can be found on the Tire and Loading Information label See Tir...

Страница 371: ...uipment in the original storage location in the vehicle The tire sealant and compressor kit has an accessory adapter located in a compartment on the bottom of its housing that may be used to inflate a...

Страница 372: ...n With Pressure Deflation Button 3 Turn the wing nut counterclockwise to remove it 4 Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit To store the tire sealant and compressor kit reverse the steps Tire Chan...

Страница 373: ...the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire Take off the wheel cover or center cap if the vehicle has one to reach the wheel bolts 1 Do a safety check before proceeding See If a Tire Goes Flat on pag...

Страница 374: ...and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle WARNING Lifting a vehicle and gett...

Страница 375: ...he jack lift head at the jack location nearest the flat tire The location is indicated by a mark on the bottom edge of the front and rear door plastic molding The jack must not be used in any other po...

Страница 376: ...re on the wheel mounting surface WARNING Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts because the nuts might come loose The vehicle s wheel could fall off causing a crash 15 Reinstall the wheel nuts Tight...

Страница 377: ...eel cover or center cap on the full size tire tighten all five plastic caps hand snug with the aid of the wheel wrench and tighten them with the wheel wrench an additional one quarter of a turn Notice...

Страница 378: ...lace the floor cover on the wheel 1 If the flat tire is larger than the spare tire use the longer mounting bolt from the tool bag Slide in Fastener 2 Slide the shorter bolt to remove it from the floor...

Страница 379: ...to perform well at speeds up to 105 km h 65 mph for distances up to 5 000 km 3 000 mi so a trip can be completed and the full size tire repaired or replaced when possible However the compact spare ti...

Страница 380: ...ress SET CLR A to activate the jump start 3 The system will then ask for confirmation If yes is selected the jump start will begin and the display will show JUMP START ACTIVE WAIT TO START 4 When the...

Страница 381: ...arting with or without eAssist For more information about the vehicle battery see Battery on page 10 30 If the battery has run down try to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehi...

Страница 382: ...that they are not touching 3 To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling set the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involved in the jump start procedure Put an automatic transmission in P Park...

Страница 383: ...er and get medical help immediately WARNING Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Connect one end of the red positi...

Страница 384: ...uld not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always connect and remove the jumper cables in the correct order making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other metal Jumper Cable Removal A He...

Страница 385: ...icle such as behind a motor home The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as dinghy towing and dolly towing Dinghy towing is towing the vehicle with all four wheels on the gr...

Страница 386: ...nghy Towing With Manual Transmission Use the following procedure to dinghy tow the vehicle from the front with all four wheels on the ground 1 Position the vehicle being towed behind the tow vehicle 2...

Страница 387: ...he dolly 3 Shift the automatic transmission into P Park or a manual transmission into 1 First gear 4 Firmly set the parking brake 5 Use an adequate clamping device designed for towing to ensure that t...

Страница 388: ...val of paint and decals Rinse the vehicle well before washing and after to remove all cleaning agents completely If they are allowed to dry on the surface they could stain Dry the finish with a soft c...

Страница 389: ...or lamps and lenses Follow instructions under Washing the Vehicle later in this section Windshield and Wiper Blades Clean the outside of the windshield with glass cleaner Clean rubber blades using a l...

Страница 390: ...lated wheels through an automatic car wash that uses silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes Damage could occur and the repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Steering Suspension and Chas...

Страница 391: ...rments that can transfer color to home furnishings can also permanently transfer color to the vehicle s interior Use a soft bristle brush to remove dust from knobs and crevices on the instrument clust...

Страница 392: ...may be used if necessary after cleaning the interior glass with plain water Notice To prevent scratching never use abrasive cleaners on automotive glass Abrasive cleaners or aggressive cleaning may da...

Страница 393: ...soft microfiber cloth dampened with a mild soap solution Notice Soaking or saturating leather especially perforated leather as well as other interior surfaces may cause permanent damage Wipe excess mo...

Страница 394: ...nded that GM certified floor mats be purchased Non GM floor mats may not fit properly and may interfere with the accelerator or brake pedal Always check that the floor mats do not interfere with the p...

Страница 395: ...n perform required maintenance using genuine replacement parts They have up to date tools and equipment for fast and accurate diagnostics Many dealers have extended evening and Saturday hours courtesy...

Страница 396: ...Refer to the information in the Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services Normal chart The Additional Required Services Severe are for vehicles that are Mainly driven in hilly or mountainous t...

Страница 397: ...system must be reset Your trained dealer technician can perform this work If the engine oil life system is reset accidentally service the vehicle within 5 000 km 3 000 mi since the last service Reset...

Страница 398: ...re on page 10 102 Check starter switch See Starter Switch Check on page 10 31 Check automatic transmission shift lock control function See Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check on p...

Страница 399: ...Black plate 5 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual 2012 Service and Maintenance 11 5...

Страница 400: ...th high dust levels Replacement may also be needed if there is a reduction in air flow excessive window fogging or odors b Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook up routing and condi...

Страница 401: ...Black plate 7 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual 2012 Service and Maintenance 11 7...

Страница 402: ...ks properly Replace as needed c Or every four years whichever comes first d Or every five years whichever comes first See Cooling System on page 10 19 e Or every 10 years whichever comes first Inspect...

Страница 403: ...ate services are required Battery The battery supplies power to start the engine and operate any additional electrical accessories To avoid break down or failure to start the vehicle maintain a batter...

Страница 404: ...s and advise if replacement is needed Lamps Properly working headlamps taillamps and brake lamps are important to see and be seen on the road Signs that the headlamps need attention include dimming fa...

Страница 405: ...dealer For information on how to clean and protect the vehicle s interior and exterior see Interior Care on page 10 105 and Exterior Care on page 10 102 Wheel Alignment Wheel alignment is critical fo...

Страница 406: ...0 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 10 20 Engine Coolant Vehicles with eAssist Always use the pre mixed 50 50 mixture of deionized water and DEX...

Страница 407: ...rs Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 12346293 i...

Страница 408: ...om your dealer Part GM 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 A...

Страница 409: ...11 15 Maintenance Records 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 mai...

Страница 410: ...Black plate 16 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual 2012 11 16 Service and Maintenance Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed...

Страница 411: ...Black plate 17 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual 2012 Service and Maintenance 11 17 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed...

Страница 412: ...Black plate 18 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual 2012 11 18 Service and Maintenance Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed...

Страница 413: ...outside The VIN also 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...

Страница 414: ...tioning system refrigerant 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...

Страница 415: ...c 8 4 L 8 9 qt Wheel Nut Torque 150 Y 110 lb ft See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 10 15 for information on checking fluid level All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the...

Страница 416: ...e 4 1 Buick Regal Owner Manual 2012 12 4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing 2 0L LHU Engine 2 4L LUK Engine Belt removal and installation requires special tools See your dealer for service 2 4L...

Страница 417: ...Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 13 14 Event Data Recorders 13 15 OnStar 13 16 Navigation System 13 16 Radio Frequency Identification RFID 13 16 Radio Frequency Statement 13 16 Customer Inf...

Страница 418: ...rs 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 outli...

Страница 419: ...e claims The program provides for the review of the facts involved by an impartial third party arbiter and may include an informal hearing before the arbiter The program is designed so that the entire...

Страница 420: ...el Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 www gm ca 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 All Overseas Locations Plea...

Страница 421: ...m help faqs html FAQ Frequently Asked Questions Contact Us My GM Canada www gm ca My GM Canada is a password protected section of www gm ca where you can save information on GM vehicles get personaliz...

Страница 422: ...ling for Assistance When calling Roadside Assistance have the following information ready Your name home address and home telephone number Telephone number of your location Location of the vehicle Mod...

Страница 423: ...operly inflated It is the owner s responsibility for the repair or replacement of the tire if it is not covered by the warranty Battery Jump Start Service to jump start a dead battery Services Not Inc...

Страница 424: ...g the service consultant of your transportation needs your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience If the vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately keep driving it until...

Страница 425: ...receipts See your dealer for information regarding the allowance amounts for reimbursement of fuel or other transportation costs Courtesy Rental Vehicle Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a c...

Страница 426: ...story of these parts is not known Such parts are not covered by the GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty and any related failures are not covered by that warranty Aftermarket collision parts are also avail...

Страница 427: ...ion to police and other parties involved in the crash For emergency towing see Roadside Assistance Program on page 13 6 Gather the following information Driver name address and telephone number Driver...

Страница 428: ...ntrol of the repair and parts choices as long as the cost stays within reasonable limits Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair informa...

Страница 429: ...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 Safet...

Страница 430: ...54 French or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Care Centre Mail Code CA1 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy This GM vehicle has a nu...

Страница 431: ...rivial crash situation occurs no data is recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data e g name gender age and crash location is recorded However other parties such as law e...

Страница 432: ...used in some vehicles for functions such as tire pressure monitoring and ignition system security as well as in connection with conveniences such as key fobs for remote door locking unlocking and sta...

Страница 433: ...an connect to a live Advisor for Emergency Security Navigation Connection and Diagnostic Services The OnStar system status light is next to the OnStar buttons If the status light is Solid Green System...

Страница 434: ...tify the vehicle location and can provide critical information to emergency personnel The Advisor is also trained to offer critical assistance in emergency situations Security OnStar provides services...

Страница 435: ...one 3 Say Goodbye Exits voice commands Get My Destination 1 Push X System responds OnStar ready then a tone 2 Say Get my destination System responds with miles to the destination then responds with On...

Страница 436: ...or Speed Dialing 1 Push X System responds OnStar ready 2 Say Store System responds Please say the number you would like to store 3 Say the entire number without pausing System responds Please say the...

Страница 437: ...n Reactivation for Subsequent Owners Push Q and follow the prompts to speak to an Advisor as soon as possible after acquiring the vehicle The Advisor will update vehicle records and will explain the O...

Страница 438: ...etwork congestion or jamming See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13 16 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS GEN 210...

Страница 439: ...after five days OnStar cannot perform Remote Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Assistance after the vehicle has been off continuously for five days After five days OnStar can contact Roadside Assistance...

Страница 440: ...GPS satellite technologies to be available and operating for features to function properly These systems may not operate if the battery is discharged or disconnected Add on Electrical Equipment The On...

Страница 441: ...s 3 27 When Should an Airbag Inflate 3 25 Where Are the Airbags 3 24 Airbags Passenger Status Indicator 5 15 Readiness Light 5 14 Servicing Airbag Equipped Vehicles 3 32 System Check 3 22 Alarm System...

Страница 442: ...gnal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 10 36 Buying New Tires 10 62 C Calibration 5 5 California Fuel Requirements 9 51 Perchlorate Materials Requirements 10 3 Warning 10 3 Canadian Vehicle Owners iii Capac...

Страница 443: ...e TTY Users 13 4 Customer Information Service Publications Ordering Information 13 12 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 13 1 D Damage Repair Collision 13 10 Danger Warnings and Cautions iv Data Recorder...

Страница 444: ...er Messages 5 32 Pressure Light 5 23 Running While Parked 9 31 Starting 9 22 Engine Oil Life System 10 14 Messages 5 32 Entry Lighting 6 6 Event Data Recorders 13 15 Exit Lighting 6 6 Extender Safety...

Страница 445: ...Service and Maintenance 11 1 Towing 9 56 Vehicle Care 10 2 Glove Box 4 1 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 13 6 H Halogen Bulbs 10 34 Hazard Warning Flashers 6 3 Head Restraints 3 2 Headlamps Aiming...

Страница 446: ...amps Off Reminder 6 2 Headlamps Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps 10 34 License Plate 10 37 Malfunction Indicator 5 16 On Reminder 5 25 Reading 6 5 Lap Shoulder Belt 3 13 LATCH System Replacing Part...

Страница 447: ...Mode 9 34 Manual Transmission 9 35 Fluid 10 16 Messages Anti theft Alarm System 5 34 Battery Voltage and Charging 5 29 Brake System 5 30 Compass 5 30 Door Ajar 5 30 Engine Cooling System 5 31 Engine O...

Страница 448: ...w Infotainment System 7 3 7 4 Overview OnStar 14 1 P Park Shifting into 9 28 Shifting out of 9 29 Parking 9 30 Assist Ultrasonic 9 48 Brake 9 38 Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 10 32 Over Things That...

Страница 449: ...ystem 3 34 Replacing LATCH System Parts after a Crash 3 51 Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash 3 21 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government 13 14 General Motors 13 14 U S Government...

Страница 450: ...the Airbag 3 32 Shift Lock Control Function Check Automatic Transmission 10 32 Shifting Into Park 9 28 Out of Park 9 29 Signals Turn and Lane Change 6 4 Spare Tire Compact 10 93 Specifications and Cap...

Страница 451: ...toring 10 86 Sidewall Labeling 10 47 Summer 10 47 Terminology and Definitions 10 50 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 10 64 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 10 66 Wheel Replacement 10 66 When It Is Time fo...

Страница 452: ...tification Label 12 1 Ventilation Air 8 8 Visors 2 21 Voltage Devices and Wiring 10 38 W Warning Brake System Light 5 18 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 5 8 Warnings iv Cautions and Danger iv Haz...

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