1999 Buick Regal Owner's Manual
1999 Buick Regal Manual
1999 Buick Regal manual content summary:
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yellowblue The 1999 Buick Regal Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 3-1 4-1 5-1 6-1 7-1 8-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. It also explains the air bag system. Features and Controls This section explains how to start and operate your vehicle. - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 2
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, it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you'll find that pictures and words work together happen." Index A good place to look for what you need is the Index in back of the manual. It's an alphabetical list of what's in the manual, and the page - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 4
your warranty, and it could be costly. But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage. When you read other manuals, you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words. You'll also see warning labels on your vehicle. They use - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 5
CHARGING SYSTEM FUSE DOOR LOCK UNLOCK TURN SIGNALS LIGHTER PARKING LAMPS FASTEN SEAT BELTS WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER HORN BRAKE HAZARD WARNING FLASHER POWER WINDOW DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER COOLANT SPEAKER ENGINE OIL PRESSURE VENTILATING FAN FUEL AIR BAG FOG LAMPS ANTI - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 6
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Position Air Bag System Rear Seat Passengers 1-30 1-32 1-34 1-37 1-50 1-53 1-53 1-53 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Center Passenger Position Children Child Restraints Larger Children Safety Belt Extender Checking Your Restraint Systems Replacing Restraint System Parts - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 8
explains the reclining seatbacks and head restraints. 2-Way Manual Seat Manual Front Seat CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver's seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden move the seat with your body to be sure the seat is locked into place. 1-2 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 9
) You may have a six-way power driver's seat and a six-way power passenger's seat (if equipped). This switch is designed to imitate the movements of your seat cushion. The driver's switch is located on the left side of the driver's seat cushion. The passenger's switch is located on the right - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 10
with heated seats, the driver's side and passenger's side three-position switches are located on the center console, just behind your automatic transaxle shift lever. Press LO to warm the seat at a lower temperature. Press HI to warm the seat at a higher temperature. To turn this feature off - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 11
cause serious internal injuries. For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly. But don't have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up or down - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 12
part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. And it explains the air bag your safety belt, and check that your passengers' belts are fastened properly too. Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 13
the law says to wear safety belts. Here's why: They work. walk away. Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed. After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles, the facts are clear. In most crashes buckling up does matter ...a lot! Why Safety Belts Work - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 14
yellowblue Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn't stop. 1-8 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 15
yellowblue The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ... or the instrument panel ... 1-9 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 16
. Even if you're in a vehicle that has air bags, you still have to buckle up to get the most protection. That's true not only in frontal collisions, but especially in side and other collisions. Q: A: or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 17
isn't your fault -- you and your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver doesn't protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers. Most accidents occur within 25 miles (40 km) of home. And the greatest number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph (65 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 18
yellowblue Driver Position This part describes the driver's restraint system. Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here's how to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat (to see how, see "Seats" in the Index) so you can sit up straight. 3. Pick up the - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 19
would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks if there's a sudden stop or crash, or if you pull the - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 20
. You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide. After you move the adjuster to where you want it, try to move it down without squeezing the release lever to make sure it has locked into position. Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 21
's wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won't give nearly as much protection this way - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 22
yellowblue Q: What's wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 23
your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which aren't as strong as shoulder bones. You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 24
wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn't have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it. A: The belt is twisted across the body. 1-18 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 25
if they don't wear safety belts. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle. A pregnant woman - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 26
key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly. Air Bag System This part explains the air bag system. Your vehicle has "Next Generation" frontal air bags -- one air bag for the driver and another air bag for the right front passenger. Next Generation frontal air bags are designed to - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 27
injure you. This is true even with Next Generation frontal air bags. Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash. Always wear your safety belt, even with Next Generation air bags. The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle. 1-21 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 28
how, see the part of this manual called "Children" and see the caution labels on the sunvisors and the right front passenger's safety belt. The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See "Air Bag Readiness Light" in the - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 29
yellowblue How the Air Bag System Works The right front passenger's air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger's side. Where are the air bags? The driver's air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-23 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 30
the air bag. The inflator, air bag and related hardware are all part of the air bag modules inside the steering wheel and in the instrument panel in front of the right front passenger. How does an air bag restrain? In moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions, even belted occupants - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 31
get fresh air by opening a window or door. diagnostic module, which records information about the air bag system. The module records information about the readiness of the system, when the sensors are activated and driver's safety belt usage at deployment. Some modules also record speed, engine rpm - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 32
: If you damage the covering for the driver's or the right front passenger's air bag, the bag may not work properly. You may have to replace the air bag module in the steering wheel or both the air bag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger's air bag. Do not open or break the - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 33
next to the windows have lap-shoulder belts. Here's how to wear one properly. 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don't let it get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 34
it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way and start again. If the belt is not long enough, see "Safety Belt Extender" at belt quickly if you ever had to. 3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. The lap part of the belt - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 35
yellowblue CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. 1-29 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 36
restraints and for small adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide pulls the belt away from the neck and head. There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat. To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 37
the guide under and past the belt. The elastic cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 38
its storage clip, and then slide the guide onto the clip. Rotate the guide and clip inward and in between the seatback and the interior body, leaving only the loop of elastic cord exposed. Center Passenger Position 4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in "Rear Seat Outside - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 39
position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt. Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt. If the belt isn't long enough, see "Safety Belt Extender" at the end of this - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 40
is true even though your vehicle has Next Generation frontal air bags. Air bags plus lap-shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle's safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them. Young children and infants need - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 41
support, including support the strongest part of the infant's body, the back and shoulders a child or infant restraint. The instructions for the restraint will say whether belt might not stay low on the hips, as it should. Instead, the belt will likely be over the child's abdomen. In a crash, the belt - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 42
yellowblue CAUTION: (Continued) at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12-lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240-lb. (110 kg) force on your arms. The baby would be almost impossible to hold. Secure the baby in an infant restraint. CAUTION: Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle. A - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 43
's weight and size, but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used. An infant car bed (A) is a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle. It's an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 44
. (9 kg) and about one year of age. This type of restraint faces the rear so that the infant's head, neck and body can have the support they need in a frontal crash. Some infant seats come in two parts -- the base stays secured in the vehicle and the seat - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 45
yellowblue A forward-facing child restraint (C-E) positions a child upright to face forward in the vehicle. These forward-facing restraints are designed to help protect children who are from 20 to 40 lbs. (9 to 18 kg) and about 26 to 40 inches (66 to 102 cm) in height, or up to around four years of - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 46
up to 36 kg), and about four to eight years of age. A booster seat is designed to improve the fit of the vehicle's safety belt system. Booster seats with shields use lap-only belts; however, booster seats without shields use lap-shoulder belts. Booster seats can also help a child to see out the - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 47
owner's manual and the child restraint instructions are important, so if either one of these is not available, obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer. CAUTION: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger's air bag inflates, even - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 48
vehicle. The dealer can then install the anchor for you. This work will be done for you free of charge. Or, you may install the anchor yourself using the instructions provided in the kit. Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position Canadian law requires that forward-facing child - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 49
yellowblue You'll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say. 1. Put the restraint on the seat - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 50
the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 5. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. If you're using a forward-facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 51
the vehicle's safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position You'll be using the lap belt. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 52
Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in this seat. Here's why: 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. To tighten the - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 53
part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say. 1. Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag, always move the seat as far back - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 54
yellowblue 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 1-48 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 55
the belt. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle's safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 56
yellowblue Larger Children If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat. But they need to - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 57
in a crash the child's upper body would have the restraint that belts provide. If the child is sitting in a rear seat outside position, see "Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides" in the Index. If the child is so small that the shoulder belt is still very close to the child's face or neck, you might - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 58
: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt's force would then be applied right on the child's abdomen. That could cause - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 59
will need to have safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced. New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt wasn't being used at the time of the collision. If an air bag inflates, you'll need to replace air bag system parts. See the part on the air bag system earlier in this section - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 60
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you have a problem. 2-2 2-4 2-7 2-14 2-14 2-15 2-17 2-17 2-19 2-20 2-22 2-27 2-28 2-30 2-32 2-33 2-33 2-34 Keys Door Locks Remote Keyless Entry Trunk Theft PASS-KeyR II New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Starting Your V6 Engine Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) Automatic Transaxle Operation - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 62
children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don't leave the keys in a vehicle with children. 2-2 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 63
your dealer who can obtain the correct key code, or, in an emergency, call Buick Premium Roadside Assistance at 1-800-252-1112. In Canada, call 1-800-268-6800. NOTICE: The door key is for the doors and all other locks. Your vehicle has a number of features that can help prevent theft. But you can - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 64
locked. Wear safety belts properly, lock your doors, and you will be far better off whenever you drive your vehicle. There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. From the outside, use your door key or remote keyless entry transmitter. From the inside, to lock or unlock the door manually - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 65
(N) and the driver's foot is on the brake pedal. The rear doors do not have power door lock switches. The lever on each rear door works only that door's lock. It won't lock or unlock all the doors. Programmable Automatic Power Door Locks Programmable Automatic Power Door Locks is a standard - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 66
operating mode. Disconnecting the vehicle's battery for up to a year will not change the programmed mode of the Programmable Automatic Power Door Locks. Your vehicle is equipped with rear-door child security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors of your vehicle from the - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 67
cause undesired operation. Lockout Protection Feature This feature prevents a driver who has left the key in the vehicle's ignition from locking the doors by using the power door locks while any door is open. The feature works by disabling the power door locks when a key is in the ignition and any - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 68
for service. The perimeter lighting feature will also be activated at night, turning on your headlamps and back-up lamps for 15-25 seconds. (This will light the area around the vehicle.) See "Perimeter Lighting" in the Index. Press UNLOCK again within five seconds to unlock all the doors. To lock - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 69
closed and the ignition key in RUN: Press and hold the power door lock switch. While holding the door lock switch, press and release the remote keyless entry (RKE) transmitter lock button. This will start the customization mode. While in the customization mode, the feature will sound the number - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 70
the most recent unlock mode. Disconnecting the vehicle's battery for up to a year will not change the programmed mode of the lock and unlock Security Feedback features. Delayed Locking Delayed Locking allows the doors to be locked while passengers are exiting the vehicle. This feature also provides - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 71
brakes. 2. Press and hold the power door unlock switch. While holding the door unlock switch, move the shift lever out of and back into PARK (P). After an initial transaxle cycle, each additional cycle will toggle the enable/disable state of the Delayed Locking feature. During this procedure, the - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 72
of 40 seconds has elapsed. If a door is opened during this period, the timed lighting will be canceled, and the interior lamps will remain on since a door is open. Also see "Perimeter Lighting" in the Index. Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 73
. This prevents someone from recording and playing back the signal from the transmitter. To replace the battery: 1. Insert a flat object like a dime into the slot on the back of the transmitter. Gently pry apart the front and back. 2. Remove the old battery and replace it with the new one. (Use type - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 74
speed with the setting on VENT. That will force outside air into your vehicle. See "Comfort Controls" in the Index. D If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel, open them all the way. See "Engine Exhaust" in the Index. Trunk Lock To unlock the trunk from the outside, insert the door - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 75
lighted spot, close all windows and lock your to start your vehicle again or uses another key during this time, the vehicle will not start. This windows. Lock the glove box. Lock all the doors except the driver's. trunk or glove box. Be sure to close and lock the storage area. Then take the door - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 76
. If your vehicle does start, the first ignition key may be faulty. See your dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key II. If you accidentally use a key that has a damaged or missing resistor pellet, the starter won't work. The SECURITY light will then come on. But you don't have to wait - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 77
: D Don't drive at any one speed -- fast or slow -- for the first 500 miles (805 km). Don't make full-throttle starts. D Avoid making hard stops for the could be injured or even killed. They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don't leave the keys - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 78
engine off, you can use RUN to display some of your warning and indicator lights. START (E): This position starts your engine. A warning chime will sound if you open the driver's door when the ignition is in OFF, LOCK or ACCESSORY and the key is in the ignition. With the ignition key in the ignition - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 79
time until your engine starts. Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter. NOTICE: If you cannot remove your key from the ignition and the gear shift is in PARK (P) (with the shift knob button fully released), see "Shift Lock Release" in the - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 80
engine. After waiting about 15 seconds, repeat the normal starting procedure. Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) NOTICE: Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates. Before adding - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 81
110-volt AC outlet. 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. If you don't, it could be damaged. How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on the outside temperature, the kind - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 82
will have a shift lever on the console between the seats. The above graphic is also displayed on your instrument panel cluster. Maximum engine speed is limited on automatic transaxle vehicles when you're in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) to protect driveline components from improper operation. 2-22 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 83
locks your front wheels. It's the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can't move easily. Make sure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting (R) only after your vehicle is stopped. To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice or sand without - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 84
with a transaxle system sensor. If you drive very far that way, your vehicle can be damaged. So, if this happens, have your vehicle serviced right away. Until then, you can use SECOND (2) when you are driving less than 35 mph (55 km/h) and AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE ( ) for higher speeds. NOTICE: Damage - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 85
is also used for normal driving, but it offers more power and lower fuel economy than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE ( ). SECOND (2): This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy. You can use SECOND (2) on hills. It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but then you - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 86
Driver Selectable Shift (If Equipped) Press the driver selectable shift button to allow the transaxle to shift at higher engine speeds, increasing shift firmness and acceleration performance. NOTICE: If your front wheels light on your instrument panel cluster will glow when the driver selectable - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 87
. The PERF SHIFT light will turn off when in normal shifting mode. The transaxle will then shift at lower engine speeds, increasing fuel economy. cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace them, and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle. If you are towing a trailer and - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 88
: D Hold in the button on the lever, then push the lever all the way toward the front of your vehicle. D Turn the ignition key to LOCK. 3. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 89
. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P). This is called "torque lock." To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver's seat. To find out how, see "Shifting Into PARK (P)" in the Index. When you are ready - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 90
before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in RUN. See "Automatic Transaxle Operation" in the Index. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease brake until the end of Step 4. 3. Shift to NEUTRAL (N). 4. Start the engine and shift to the drive gear you want. 5. Have the vehicle fixed as soon - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 91
. If your vehicle has a dead battery or a battery with low voltage, there are two override access slots that will allow you to override the park lock system. 6. Remove the key or screwdriver from the slot. 7. Remove the key from the ignition switch. 8. Replace the override access slot cap. 2-31 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 92
the shift knob button is fully released. 2. Locate the override access slot on the upper right hand side of the shift panel. 3. Remove the override access slot cap, which will then show the shift lock release button. 4. Insert a key or screwdriver into the access slot and press in and hold the shift - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 93
road or over road debris. D Repairs weren't done correctly. D Your D Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO; Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust (CO) into your vehicle even if the fan switch is at the highest setting. One place - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 94
" in the Index. Windows Power Windows Switches on the driver's door armrest control each of the windows when the ignition is on. In addition, each passenger's door has a switch for its own window. The driver's window switch has an express-down feature. This switch is labeled AUTO. Tap the rear of - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 95
. The driver's window controls also include a lock-out switch. Press LOCK to stop front and rear passengers from using their window switches. The driver can still control all the windows with the lock on. Press the other side of the LOCK button for normal window operation. TILT-WHEEL Adjustable - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 96
up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically. An arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or Windshield Washer Cruise Control (If Equipped) Flash-to-Pass To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash. - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 97
If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident Flash-to-Pass Feature This feature lets you use your high-beam headlamps to signal the driver in front of you that you want to pass. It works even if your headlamps beams are on, this light on the instrument panel also will be on. 2-37 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 98
to OFF. You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes. This can be very useful in light rain or snow. Turn the band to the motor cools. Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload. You control the windshield wipers by turning the band marked WIPER. For a single wiping cycle - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 99
is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision. With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h). When you apply your brakes, the cruise control shuts off. The LOW WASH light on - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 100
control when the traction control system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. (See "Full-Range Traction Control System" or "Traction Control System" in the Index.) When road conditions allow you to safely use it again, you may turn the cruise control back - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 101
. Once you're going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can move the cruise control switch from ON to R/A (Resume/Accelerate) for about half a second. You'll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there. D Move the cruise switch from ON to R/A. Hold it there until you get - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 102
downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down. Of course, applying the brake takes you out of cruise control. Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don't use cruise control on steep hills. Ending Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the cruise - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 103
headlamps will then come on. A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the ignition is in OFF or LOCK. Then start your vehicle. The DRL, headlamps driver's door when you turn the ignition switch to OFF, LOCK or ACCESSORY with the lamps on. Daytime Running Lamps / Automatic Headlamp Control - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 104
choose not to activate this feature under any conditions. You can turn the feature on and off when you perform the following sequence with the doors closed and the ignition key in RUN: 1. Press and hold the power door lock switch. While holding the door lock switch, cycle the headlamp switch on and - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 105
on, press the fog lamps switch located below the headlamp switch on the left side of the steering column. Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness Control You can brighten or dim the instrument panel lights by moving the LIGHTS dial. If you turn the dial past MAX, your courtesy or interior lamps - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 106
driver and passengers approach the vehicle. Perimeter lighting is only activated when the function is enabled, the doors are closed, the ignition is in OFF and the security feedback feature is in Mode 3 or 4. (See "Security Feedback" in the Index for more information.) The vehicle headlamps and back - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 107
may enable or disable the perimeter lighting feature when the driver performs the following sequence with the engine not running, the doors closed and the ignition key in RUN: 1. Apply your brakes. 2. Press and hold the power door lock switch. While holding the door lock switch press and release the - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 108
With retained accessory power, your power windows, audio system and sunroof will continue to work up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned to OFF and before any of the doors are opened. Mirrors Adjust all the mirrors so you can see clearly when you are sitting in a comfortable driving - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 109
outside mirrors can be folded forward or rearward. This feature is particularly useful in automatic car washes. Power Outside Foldaway Mirrors The power mirror control switches are located near the driver's side window, on the armrest. To choose either the left or right outside mirror, move the - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 110
yellowblue Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger's side mirror is convex. A convex mirror's surface is curved so you can see more from the driver's seat. Storage Compartments Glove Box Use the door key to lock and unlock the glove box. To open, lift the latch. CAUTION: A convex mirror can make - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 111
your vehicle has this feature, you may access your trunk by pulling down the center back seat cushion -- this gives you access to the pass-through door. The door can only be unlocked using your door key. Once this door is unlocked, you will then have access to the trunk area. To access the rear - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 112
, it will pop back by itself. Ashtrays and Lighter The center front ashtray is located just below the instrument panel's comfort controls at the front of the console, behind the front compartment storage door. To remove the ashtray, open the storage door. Then open the small black door, lift up on - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 113
. Accessory Power Receptacle Visor Vanity Mirrors Open the cover to expose the vanity mirror. If your vehicle has the optional lighted vanity mirrors, the lamps come on when you open the cover. Your vehicle is equipped with a 12-volt outlet. It is located on the console's passenger's side, near - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 114
is located on the passenger's side of the vehicle, under the glove box, and is labeled with a wire function and fuse rating. For information on accessing the connection and electrical hookup, please refer to your service manual. To order a service manual, see "Service Publications, Ordering" in the - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 115
(indented part) of the switch once and the astroroof will open to the vent position only. You will need to open the sunshade by hand. D D D D D D D D D Emergency Services Button Roadside Service with Location Automatic Notification of Air Bag Deployment Stolen-Vehicle Tracking Remote Door Unlock - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 116
yellowblue The Instrument Panel -- Your Information System A. Lamp Controls B. Instrument Cluster C. Vents D. Glove Box E. Audio System F. Climate Controls 2-56 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 117
yellowblue Instrument Panel Cluster Standard Cluster: United States Version Shown, Canadian Similar Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You'll know how fast you're going, about how much fuel is in your tank and many other things you need to - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 118
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zero and a label must be put on the driver's door to show the old mileage reading when the on the right side of the instrument cluster. Your trip/select reset switch will go back and forth between effect. Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute (rpm - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 120
may be a problem, check the section that tells you what to do about it. Please follow this manual's advice. Waiting to do repairs can be costly -- and even dangerous. So please get to know your warning lights and gages. They're a big help. Your vehicle may also have a driver information system that - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 121
that you have a loose accessory belt or another electrical problem. Have it checked right away. Driving while this light is on could drain your battery. If you must drive a short distance with the light on, be certain to turn off all your accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner. 2-61 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 122
parts. If one part isn't working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well. If the warning light comes on, there is a brake problem the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service. (See "Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light" and - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 123
, stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off. Then start the engine again to reset the system. If the light still stays on, or comes on again while you're driving, the anti-lock brake system needs service and you don't have anti-lock brakes. The brake pedal may be harder to push, or it - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 124
on. Slippery road conditions may exist if the traction control system active light comes on, so adjust your driving accordingly. The light will stay on for a few seconds after the traction control system stops limiting wheel spin. vehicles, if there's a brake system problem that is specifically - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 125
on when the Traction Control System is limiting wheel spin. Engine Coolant Temperature Light This light tells you that your engine coolant has overheated or your radiator cooling fan is not working. You may feel or hear the system working, but this is normal. Slippery road conditions may exist if - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 126
your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible. The "Problems on the Road" section of this manual shows what to do. See "Engine Overheating" in the Index. Low Tire Light The low tire inflation monitor - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 127
Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light) Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. environment. The SERVICE ENGINE SOON light comes on and a chime will sound to indicate that there is a problem and service is required. - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 128
lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty. D Light Flashing -- A misfire condition has been detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on your vehicle. Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 129
of air are sucked into the fuel line causing a misfire. The system can detect this. Adding fuel should correct this condition. Make sure to install the fuel cap properly. See "Filling Your Tank" in the Index. It will take a few driving trips to turn the light off. D D D D Reducing vehicle speed - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 130
dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle. Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed. Oil Warning Light If you have a problem with your oil, this light may stay on after you start your engine, or - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 131
"Engine Oil" in the Index.) If the light does not flash, have the low oil level sensor system repaired so it will be ready to warn you if there's a problem. The oil level monitoring system only checks oil period of time, allowing the oil normally in circulation to drain back into the oil pan. 2-71 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 132
should come on briefly as a bulb check when you start the engine. If the light doesn't come on, have it serviced. If the CHANGE OIL SOON light comes on and stays on after you start the engine, have the oil changed. For additional information, see "Engine Oil, When to Change" in the Index. To reset - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 133
comes on whenever you set your cruise control. See "Cruise Control" in the Index. Service Vehicle Soon Light The SERVICE VEHICLE SOON light will come on if you have certain non-emission related vehicle problems. Performance Shift Light (If Equipped) The PERF SHIFT light comes on when you press the - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 134
yellowblue Door/Trunk Ajar Warning Light The DOOR/TRUNK light will come on if your trunk or any door is not completely closed. Here are it took more (or less) than half of the tank's capacity to fill it. or speeding up. Fuel Gage Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left when the - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 135
your fuel is low, a circular light on your instrument panel will come on and stay on and a chime will sound periodically until you add fuel. Driver Information Center (Option) It will also come on for a few seconds when you first turn on the ignition as a check to show you it's working. - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 136
cluster, gives you important safety and maintenance facts. When you turn the ignition on, the entire center lights up for just a few seconds. The Driver Information Center has three buttons that control its functions. E/M, RESET AND MODE: The English/Metric (E/M), RESET and MODE buttons for the - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 137
When the oil life index is less than 10%, the CHANGE OIL SOON light will come on. When you have the oil changed according to the maintenance approximation of your overall driving and driving conditions. To learn the average fuel economy from a new starting point, press the RESET button while - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 138
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with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped) 3-18 3-20 3-21 3-21 3-22 3-23 3-23 3-24 3-25 Theft-Deterrent Feature Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped) Understanding Radio Reception Tips About Your Audio System Care of Your Cassette Tape Player Care - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 140
if you keep your windows closed while using it. Fan Control The left knob labeled FAN controls the fan speed selection. If the airflow seems very low when the fan is adjusted to the highest setting regardless of the mode setting, your passenger compartment air filter may need to be replaced. See - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 141
side window vents. Some of the air goes to the floor ducts and the side window vents. The air conditioning compressor will run automatically in this setting unless the outside temperature is below 40_F (4_C). (Even when the compressor is running, you can control the temperature.) Air Conditioning - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 142
if you keep your windows closed while using it. Automatic Control For the most efficient operation, you should set the system temperature and press AUTO. The system will select the best fan speed and airflow settings to keep you comfortable. The air conditioning compressor will run if the outside - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 143
the driver's set temperature. D The blue lights indicate a cooler temperature than that of the driver. Manual Control If you prefer to manually control the heating, cooling and ventilation in your vehicle, you can select airflow direction, fan speed, outside or recirculated air and air compressor - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 144
also goes to the floor ducts and the side window defogger outlets. The indicator on the button will light and WINDSHIELD will be lit in the display. The air conditioning compressor will run automatically in this setting unless the outside temperature is below 40_F (4_C). VENT: This pushbutton turns - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 145
the defogger grid. NOTICE: Dual ComforTemp Climate Control Dual Automatic ComforTemp Climate Control Don't use a razor blade or anything else sharp on the inside of the rear window. If you do, you could cut or damage the warming grid, and the repairs wouldn't be covered by your warranty. The - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 146
vehicle when the air conditioning fan is running. If the airflow seems very low when the fan is adjusted to the highest setting regardless of the mode setting, your passenger compartment air filter may need to be replaced. See "Maintenance Schedule" or "Passenger Compartment Air Filter" in the Index - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 147
procedure described above. If your vehicle is equipped with the MonsoonR AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control (not shown), included are 8 speakers and a powerful 8 channel, 200 watt amplifier. Playing the Radio VOLUME: Press this knob to turn the system on and off. To - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 148
it returns, release the button. Whenever you press that numbered button, the station you set will return and the tone you selected will be automatically selected for that button. 6. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton. P SCAN: Press this button to listen to each of your preset stations for a few - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 149
BASS and TREB knobs, control will return to them and MANUAL will appear. Adjusting the Speakers BAL: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the speakers. Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you're not using them. Playing a Cassette Tape The longer side with the tape visible - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 150
tape player. Your tape bias is set automatically. If E and a number appear on speed. The radio will play while the tape reverses. another part of the tape. Press the button again to return to playing speed. The radio will play while the tape advances. SIDE (5): Press this button to change the side - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 151
Equipped) If your vehicle is equipped with the MonsoonR AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Compact Disc with Automatic Tone Control (not shown), included are 8 speakers and a powerful 8 channel, 200 watt amplifier. Playing the Radio VOLUME: Press this knob to turn the system on and off. To - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 152
it returns, release the button. Whenever you press that numbered button, the station you set will return and the tone you selected will be automatically selected for that button. 6. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton. P SCAN: Press this button to listen to each of your preset stations for a few - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 153
BASS and TREB knobs, control will return to them and MANUAL will appear. Adjusting the Speakers BAL: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the speakers. Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you're not using them. Playing a Cassette Tape The longer side with the tape visible - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 154
automatically your dealer when reporting the problem. PREV (1): Press this button speed. The radio will play while the tape reverses. another part of the tape. Press the button again to return to playing speed. The radio will play while the tape advances. SIDE (5): Press this button to change the side - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 155
Your cassette tape player automatically reduces background noise from disc partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull the display. When things get back to normal, the disc should problem. PREV (1): Press this button to go to the start air. (Wait about an hour and try again.) 3-17 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 156
will display LOC to indicate a locked condition anytime battery power has been interrupted. If your battery loses power for any reason, you must unlock the radio with the secret code before it will operate. Activating the Theft-Deterrent Feature The instructions which follow explain how to enter - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 157
yellowblue 2. Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN. 3. Turn the radio off. 4. Press the 1 and is secure. The LED indicator by the volume control will begin flashing when the ignition is turned off. Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss Enter your secret code as follows; pause no - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 158
ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN. battery power is removed and later applied to a secured radio, the radio won't turn on and LOC will appear on the display. To unlock a secured radio, see "Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss" earlier in this section. Audio Steering Wheel Controls - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 159
with each other. AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines. Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you ever get adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it. MUTE: Press this button to silence the audio system. Press - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 160
tapes and player. If you notice a reduction in sound quality, try a known good cassette to see if it is the tape or the tape player at fault. cleaning cassette is available through your dealership (GM Part No. 12344789). D Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting. D Increase volume slowly - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 161
non-scrubbing action, wet-type cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head. This type of cleaning cassette will not eject Always make sure the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced. Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 162
cars equipped with the rear window defogger and built-in antenna, the defogger grid serves as a radio antenna. Do not apply aftermarket glass tinting to the back glass try to clear frost or other material from the inside of the rear window with a razor blade or anything else that is sharp. This may - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 163
be properly attached to the posts on the glass. If, when you turn on your rear window defogger, you hear static on your radio station, it could mean that a defogger grid line has been damaged. If this is true, the grid line must be repaired. If you choose to add an aftermarket cellular - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 164
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find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We've also included many other useful tips on driving. 4-2 4-2 4-6 4-6 4-12 4-14 4-14 4-15 4-17 4-19 Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking Steering Off-Road Recovery Passing Loss of - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 166
turn suddenly. Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task. Anything that cause a collision, with resulting injury. Ask a passenger to help do things like this, or pull Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. (See "Safety Belts" - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 167
problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive. But what if people do? How much is "too much" if the driver every U.S. state to drink alcohol. There are good medical, psychological and developmental reasons for these (120 ml) glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1-1/2 ounces - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 168
In some other countries, it's even lower. The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0.04 percent. The BAC will be over 0.10 having a collision. At a BAC level of 0.10 percent, the chance of this driver having a collision is 12 times greater; at a level of 0.15 percent, the - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 169
the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. "I'll be careful" isn't the right answer. What if there's an cord or heart. This means that when anyone who has been drinking -- driver or passenger -- is in a crash, that person's chance of being killed or - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 170
3/4 of a second. But that's only an average. It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another. Age, physical condition, alertness, coordination and eyesight all play a part. So do alcohol, drugs and frustration. But even in 3/4 of a second, a vehicle moving - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 171
you brake. Once the power assist is used up, it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push. Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes (ABS). ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid. When you start your engine, or when - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 172
to make the most of available tire and road conditions. Here's how anti-lock works. Let's say the road is wet. You're driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes. Here's what happens with ABS. A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 173
control when the traction control system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. When road conditions allow you to safely use it again, you may reengage the cruise control. (See "Cruise Control" in the Index.) This light should come on briefly when you start - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 174
" in the Index. When this warning light is on, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. The traction control system automatically comes on whenever you start your vehicle. To limit wheel spin, especially in slippery road conditions, you should always leave the system on - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 175
directly behind your automatic transaxle shift lever. See "Traction Control System Warning Light" in the Index. When this warning light is on, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. To limit wheel spin, especially in slippery road conditions, you should always - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 176
yellowblue Braking in Emergencies With anti-lock, you can steer and brake at the same time. In many emergencies, steering can help you more than even the very best braking. Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 177
.) It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision. Then steer around the problem, to the left or right depending on the quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the object. The fact that such emergency situations are always possible is a good reason to practice - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 178
wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you're driving. Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back the road, to the sides and to crossroads for - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 179
passed, make it easy for the Even though the brake lamps are not flashing, it may be slowing down or starting to turn. following driver to get ahead of you. Perhaps you can ease a little to the right. Loss of Control Let's review what driving experts say about what happens when the three - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 180
control of the vehicle. Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions, and by not "overdriving" those conditions. But skids are always possible. The three types of skids correspond to your vehicle's three control systems. In the braking skid, your wheels - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 181
on higher speed roads. Your D In remote areas, watch for animals. D If you're tired, pull off the road in a safe place and rest. Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired -- by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 182
we get older these differences increase. A 50-year-old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20- on the glass. Even the inside of the glass can build up a film caused by dust. Dirty glass makes lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would, making - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 183
can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can't stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire-to-road traction isn't as good as on dry keep your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled with washer fluid. Replace your windshield wiper inserts when - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 184
one side. You could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 185
your view restricted by road spray. "Tires" in the Index.) One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You'll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. D Have good tires with proper tread depth. (See 4-21 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 186
part, "Freeway Driving.") D Treat a green light as a warning signal. A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it. When a light turns green, and just before you start to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving. Too-fast or too-slow driving - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 187
in. Is your vehicle ready for a long trip? If you keep it serviced and maintained, it's ready to go. If it needs service, have it done before starting out. Of course, you'll find experienced and able service experts in Buick dealerships all across North America. They'll be ready and willing to help - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 188
windows clean inside and outside? Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as "highway hypnosis"? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel good shape? sides. Check your rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently. D If you get sleepy, pull off the road into a rest, service - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 189
there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. D Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle. These parts can work hard on mountain roads. D Know how to go down hills. The most important thing to - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 190
or mountains. Don't swing wide or cut across the center of the road. Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane. could be something in your lane, like a stalled car or an accident. of special problems. Examples are long grades, passing or no-passing zones, a falling rocks area or winding - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 191
are some tips for winter driving: D Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. D You may want to put winter emergency And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction. Be sure you properly - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 192
road probably have good traction. However, condition -- smooth ice, packed, blowing or loose snow -- drive with caution. Accelerate gently. Try not to break the fragile traction. If you accelerate too fast, the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more. Your anti-lock - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 193
clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats -- anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm. If you are stopped by heavy snow keep yourself and your passengers safe: D Turn on your hazard flashers. You can run the engine to keep - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 194
collect there. Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that's charged battery to restart the vehicle, and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps. Let the heater run for a while. Recreational Vehicle Towing Your vehicle was not designed to be towed with all four wheels - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 195
Set the parking brake and then remove the key. 4. Clamp the steering wheel in a straight-ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing. 5. is inside the trunk lid. The label tells you the proper size, speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for the tires on your vehicle. It - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 196
you do, parts on your vehicle can break, and it can change the way your vehicle handles. These could cause you to lose control and crash. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle. The other label is the Certification label, found on the rear edge of the driver's door. It tells you - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 197
and drive properly, you can lose control when you pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work well -- or even at all. You and your passengers could be seriously injured. You may also damage your vehicle; the resulting repairs would not be covered by your - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 198
tow a trailer, don't drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) and don't make starts at full throttle. This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads. Don't drive faster than the maximum posted speed for trailers (or no more than 55 mph (90 km/h)) to save wear - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 199
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road if it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the . Here are some rules to follow: Trailer Brakes Because you have anti-lock brakes, do not try to tap into your vehicle's brake system. good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 201
, start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by wheel with one hand. Then, to move the trailer to the left, just move that hand to the left. To move the trailer to the right, move your hand to the right. Always back up slowly and, if possible, have someone guide - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 202
other drivers you' wheel chocks are in place, release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load. 4. Reapply the regular brakes. Then apply your parking brake, and shift to PARK (P). 5. Release the regular brakes. Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 203
operation are automatic transaxle fluid (don't overfill), engine oil, drive belt, cooling system and brake system. Each of these is covered in this manual, and the Index will help you find them quickly. If you're trailering, it's a good idea to review this information before you start your trip - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 204
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on the Road Here you'll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. 5-2 5-2 5-3 5-8 5-9 Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating 5-11 5-20 5-21 5-32 5-33 Cooling System If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire Compact - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 206
hazard warning flashers are on, your turn signals won't work. Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 207
in your vehicle has a built-in hydrometer. Do not charge, test or jump start the battery if the hydrometer looks clear or light yellow. Replace the battery when there is a clear or light yellow hydrometer and a cranking complaint. Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it won't work, and - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 208
be badly damaged. The repairs wouldn't be covered by your warranty. 4. Open the hoods and locate the batteries. (Your vehicle's battery is located toward the front of the passenger's side of the vehicle's engine, under a diagonal brace.) CAUTION: An electric fan can start up even when the engine - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 209
the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals on each battery. Your vehicle has a remote positive (+) jump starting terminal. The terminal is on the same side of the engine compartment as your battery. To uncover the remote positive (+) terminal, squeeze the sides of the red plastic cap and pull the - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 210
if the vehicle has one. CAUTION: Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running. 8. Don't let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 211
getting back to the battery is much less. 11. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while. 12. Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery. If it won't start after a few tries, it probably needs service. A. Heavy Metal Engine Part B. Good Battery C. Dead Battery - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 212
Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed. D Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds. D Never tow with damaged parts not fully must be exceeded, then the drive wheels have to be supported on a dolly. Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 213
temperature gage and a hot engine warning light on your instrument panel. See "Engine Coolant Temperature Gage" and "Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light" in the Index. You also have a LOW COOLANT light vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty. 5-9 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 214
no steam, the problem may not be . If the warning doesn't come back on, you can drive normally. service help right away. D D D D Climb a long hill on a hot day. Stop after high-speed air conditioner is on, turn it off. 2. Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 215
System When you decide it's safe to lift the hood, here's what you'll see (3800 supercharged engine similar): CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 216
with the engine on, check to see if the electric engine cooling fans are running. If the engine is overheating, both fans should be running. If they aren't, your vehicle needs service. CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Don't touch them. If you do, you can - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 217
to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven't found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn't at the COLD mark cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture. CAUTION: Adding only plain water - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 218
burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don't spill coolant on a hot engine. When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at the COLD mark, start your vehicle. If the overheat warning continues, there - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 219
out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the radiator pressure cap -- even a little -- they can come out at high speed. Never turn the cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap, is hot. Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap to - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 220
upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. CAUTION: 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 enough. Don't spill coolant on a hot engine. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 221
and remove the cover shield. D. Put the oil fill tube, with cap attached, in the valve cover oil fill hole until you're ready to replace the cover shield. 5-17 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 222
yellowblue 4. After the engine cools, open the coolant air bleed valve. 5. Fill the radiator with the proper . It is located on the thermostat housing. If you see a stream of coolant coming from an air bleed valve, close the valve. Otherwise, close the valve after the radiator is filled. 6. Rinse - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 223
yellowblue 7. Replace the 3800 Series II V6 engine cover shield. A. Remove the oil fill tube to the COLD mark on the coolant recovery tank. 9. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave the pressure cap off. 10. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 224
if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it's much side. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel . Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you part shows how to use your jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely. 12. Then replace - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 225
a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard warning away from the one being changed. That would be the tire on the other side of the vehicle, at the opposite end. The following steps will tell you how to use the jack - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 226
yellowblue Removing the Spare Tire and Tools (See "Compact Spare Tire" in the Index for more information about the compact spare.) 1. The equipment you'll need is in the trunk. Pull the carpeted mat up from the floor of the trunk. Turn the center nut on the compact spare cover counterclockwise to - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 227
yellowblue 3. Turn the nut holding the jack counterclockwise and remove it. Then remove the jack and wrench. The tools you'll be using include the jack (A), extension and protection guide (B) and wheel wrench (C). 5-23 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 228
is narrower than the wrench to pry at this notch. Then pry off the cap. Wheel Covers If your vehicle is equipped with wheel covers, be sure to use a wheel wrench to begin the process of loosening the plastic wheel nut caps. They won't come off. You will only be able to loosen them - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 229
be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. CAUTION: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly the proper location before raising the vehicle. 1. Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts. Don't remove them yet. 2. Turn the jack handle - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 230
yellowblue 3. For jacking at the vehicle's front location, put the jack lift head about 6 inches (15 cm) from the rear edge of the front wheel opening or just behind the two bolts as shown. 4. For jacking at the vehicle's rear location, put the jack lift head about 5 inches (13 cm) - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 231
yellowblue 7. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. 8. Install the spare tire. CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 232
on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 9. Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. 10. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 233
cover on your compact spare tire. It won't fit. Store the wheel cover in the trunk until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced. CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 234
equipment in the passenger compartment of the protector/guide to help avoid wheel surface damage. Use the extension and protector/guide located in guide and attach the retainer securely. Store the cover as far forward as possible. When reinstalling a compact spare tire, put the protector/guide back - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 235
Lock Nut Tool 9. Foam Holder 10. Bolt Screw 11. Extension and Protector/Guide CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger instructions label to replace your compact spare into your trunk properly. Be sure to calibrate your low tire pressure system after you replace your - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 236
air at speeds tire repaired or replaced good shape in case you need it again. NOTICE: When the compact spare is installed, don't take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails. The compact spare can get caught on the rails. That can damage the tire and wheel, and maybe other parts - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 237
off. (See "Full-Range Traction Control System" or "Traction Control System" in the Index.) Then shift back and forth between REVERSE (R) and a forward gear, spinning the wheels as little as possible. Release the accelerator pedal while you shift, and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 238
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Passenger Compartment Air Filter Automatic Transaxle Fluid Engine Coolant Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid Brakes Battery Bulb Replacement Tires 66-55 6-56 6-58 6-59 6-59 6-61 6-61 6-63 6-64 6-65 6-70 6-71 6-72 6-73 6-73 Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Cleaning Glass - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 242
To order the proper service manual, see "Service and Owner Publications" in the Index. Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to do your own service work, see "Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle" in the Index. You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 243
to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it. D Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper replacement parts and rid of pinging. It's the heavy, constant knock that means you have a problem. If you have the 3800 Supercharged V6 engine (VIN Code 1), use premium - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 244
Indicator Lamp" in the Index.) If this occurs, return to your authorized Buick dealer for diagnosis to determine the cause of failure. In the event it is determined that the cause of the condition is the type of fuels used, repairs may not be covered by your warranty. Some gasolines that are not - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 245
use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel wouldn't be covered by your warranty. To check on fuel availability, ask an auto club, or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you'll - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 246
yellowblue Filling Your Tank The tethered cap is behind a hinged door on the driver's side of your vehicle. CAUTION: Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very cap has a spring in it; if you let go of the cap too soon, it will spring back to the right. 6-6 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 247
See "Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle" in the Index. When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make may cause your malfunction indicator lamp to light and your fuel tank and emissions system may be damaged. See "Malfunction Indicator Lamp" in - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 248
you even when the engine is not running. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. CAUTION: Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire. These include liquids like gasoline, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and other fluids, and plastic or - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 249
yellowblue Hood Release To open the hood, first pull the handle inside the vehicle, located just below the instrument panel and to the left of the steering column. Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood release. Lift the hood. 6-9 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 250
Washer Fluid Reservoir Battery Radiator Fill Cap Remote Positive (+) Battery Terminal E. F. G. H. Engine Coolant Recovery Tank Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Engine Oil Dipstick Engine Oil Fill Cap I. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick J. Brake Fluid Reservoir K. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 6-10 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 251
Radiator Fill Cap Remote Positive (+) Battery Terminal E. F. G. H. Engine Coolant Recovery Tank Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Engine Oil Dipstick Engine Oil Fill Cap I. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick J. Brake Fluid Reservoir K. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Before closing the hood, be sure - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 252
than it would normally use. This air is mixed with fuel, which creates increased engine power. Since the supercharger is a pump and is driven from an engine accessory drive belt, increased pressure is available at all driving conditions. The Powertrain Control Module (PCM), works with a vacuum - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 253
out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip down, and check the off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan. If you don't, the oil dipstick might not show the actual level. 6-13 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 254
you'll need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This part explains what kind of oil to use. For crankcase capacity, see "Capacities and Specifications" in the Index. NOTICE in the proper operating range. Push the dipstick all the way back in when you're through. 6-14 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 255
yellowblue What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the "Starburst" symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use any oil which does not carry this Starburst symbol. If you - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 256
engine revolutions and engine operating temperature. When the computer has ) since your last oil change. Under severe conditions, the indicator may come on before 3,000 to reset the CHANGE OIL SOON light whenever the oil is changed. NOTICE in an area where the temperature falls below -20 F (-29 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 257
flashes, the system is resetting. Turn the key to OFF, then start the vehicle. If the CHANGE OIL SOON light comes back on, the system has not reset. Repeat the procedure. (If you have a driver information center, the system may be reset by pressing the DIC RESET button for five seconds while viewing - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 258
yellowblue Engine Air Cleaner/Filter The engine air cleaner/filter is located underneath a diagonal brace on the driver's side of the engine. To check or replace the air filter: See "Scheduled Maintenance Services" in the Index. CAUTION: Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 259
(peel back halfway to center). 5. Remove (disconnect) the air inlet grille retainers. 6. Remove (disconnect) the air inlet grille. 7. Remove (disconnect) the passenger compartment air filter. 8. Then install the new air filter. For the type of filter to use, see "Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 260
the proper tools, you should let your dealer or a qualified service center perform this maintenance. How to Check and Add Oil Check is correct when it just reaches the bottom of the threads of the inspection hole. 4. Replace the oil plug with the O-ring in place. Torque to 88 lb-in (10 N·m). - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 261
where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F (32_C) or higher. D In hilly or mountainous terrain. D When doing frequent trailer towing. D Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter at 100 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 262
the Fluid Level D D D D When outside temperatures are above 90_F (32_C). At high speed for quite a while. In heavy traffic -- especially normal operating temperature, which is 180_F to 200_F (82_C to 93_C). Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures are - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 263
these steps: The automatic transaxle fluid dipstick is the red loop located toward the rear of the engine. 1. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel. 2. Push it back in all the way, wait three seconds and then pull it back out again. 3. Check both sides of the dipstick - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 264
(0.5 L). Don't overfill. NOTICE: We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRONR-III, because fluid with that label is made especially for your automatic transaxle. Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRONR-III is not covered by your new vehicle warranty. 3. After adding fluid, recheck the fluid - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 265
the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck. When you replace your radiator pressure cap, an ACDelcoR cap is recommended. problem with engine overheating or if you need to add coolant to your radiator, see "Engine Overheating" in the Index. Thermostat Engine coolant temperature is controlled - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 266
aluminum parts. If you use this coolant mixture, you don't need to add anything else. D D D D D Give freezing protection down to -34_F (-37_C). Give boiling protection up to 265_F (129_C). Protect against rust and corrosion. Help keep the proper engine temperature. Let the warning lights - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 267
an improper coolant mixture, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn't be covered by your warranty. Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. If you have to add coolant more than four times a year, have your - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 268
Overheating" in the Index.) Adding Coolant CAUTION: 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 enough. Don't spill coolant on a hot engine. CAUTION: Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 269
Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired. 3800 or 3800 Supercharged Engine When the engine - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 270
Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer's instructions before use. If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing. Open the cap labeled - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 271
the tank if it is completely full. Don't use engine coolant (antifreeze) in your windshield washer. It can damage your washer system and paint. Brakes Brake Fluid D D Your brake master cylinder reservoir is on the driver's side of the engine compartment. It is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 272
wear. When new linings are put in, the fluid level goes back up. The other reason is that fluid is leaking out of the won't work well, or won't work at all. So, it isn't a good idea to "top off" your brake fluid. Adding brake fluid won't correct a leak light will come on. See "Brake System Warning - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 273
example, just a few drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they'll have to be replaced. Don't let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid. If you spill brake fluid on your vehicle's painted surfaces, the paint - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 274
wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM specifications. Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets. See "Brake System Inspection" in Section 7 of this manual under Part brake trouble. NOTICE: Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads could result in costly brake repair. Brake - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 275
recommend an ACDelco Freedom battery. Get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery's label. If your battery has a very low charge or is dead, you may not be able to remove the ignition key from the ignition switch or shift out of PARK (P). Refer to "Park Lock System" in the - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 276
listed in this section, contact your dealer service department. Headlamps Halogen Bulbs CAUTION: Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured. Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package. 1. Open the - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 277
or if oncoming drivers flash their high your dealer for service; however, it is replacing). 6. Quarter twist and turn the bulb socket and remove it from the lamp. 7. Lift the plastic locking instructions before beginning. Failure to follow these instructions could cause damage to headlamp parts. 6-37 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 278
of the D Close all doors. D Tires should be properly inflated. D Rock the vehicle to stabilize the suspension. work stopped while headlamp aiming is being done. vehicle, except it should have a full tank of fuel and one person or 160 lbs. (75 kg) on the driver's seat. Driver's Side Headlamp Shown - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 279
Passenger's Side Headlamp Shown B. Horizontal aim adjustment screw C. Horizontal block index plate D. Vertical aiming level Start Put the socket back into the headlamp assembly and turn it clockwise until it is secure. 7. Replace the rubber bulb access cover. 8. Replace the headlamp assembly. - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 280
. 4. Place the new bulb into the bulb socket. 2. Reach through the access opening in the trunk. 5. Turn the bulb one-quarter of a turn clockwise to replace. 6. Close the trunk. 6-40 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 281
socket. 5. Pull the bulb out of the socket. (There are two bulbs on each taillamp.) 6. Push in a new bulb. 7. Replace the socket into the housing and turn clockwise. 8. Replace the taillamp housing to the body of the vehicle. 9. Install and tighten the three plastic wing nuts. 1. Remove the three - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 282
Remove the applique from the trunk lid. 4. Turn the sockets (B) counterclockwise. 5. Pull the bulb out of the socket. 6. Push in the new bulb. 7. Replace the socket in the housing and turn clockwise. 8. Connect the applique to the lid. 9. Reconnect the wing nuts to the studs on the applique and - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 283
and further instructions.) 1. Remove the trunk lid applique. 2. Twist and pull the back-up lamp socket the assembly loose. 2. Lift the plastic locking tab on the electrical connector and pull the the socket. 5. Push in a new bulb. 6. Replace the socket into the dome lamp assembly. 7. Reconnect the - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 284
yellowblue Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking. See "Wiper Blade Check" in Section 7 of this manual under Part B "Owner Checks and Services" for more information. 1. Turn on the wipers to the low-wipe setting. 2. - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 285
tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your Buick Warranty booklet for details. CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous. . If your tread is badly worn, or if your tires have been damaged, replace them. 6-45 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 286
km). NOTICE: (Continued) If your tires have too much air (overinflation), you can get the following: D Unusual wear 60 psi (420 kPa). How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You can . Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems. They help prevent - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 287
operating speed range light will speeds that are caused by changes in tire pressure. The system can alert you about a low tire -- but it doesn't replace normal tire maintenance. See "Tires" in the Index. When the LOW TIRE light . The light will come the problem more tires repaired or replaced, you'll - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 288
instrument panel on the passenger's side of the vehicle. The RESET button is the first button in the top row of the fuse block. The LOW TIRE light will come on and flash three times. Then it will go off. If the light doesn't go off, see your dealer for service. The system completes the - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 289
yellowblue CAUTION: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 290
that Buying New Tires can't be repaired well because of the size or speed rating, traction, ride and other things during normal service replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number, make sure they are the same size, load range, speed rating and construction type (bias, bias-belted - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 291
could cause you to lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types (radial and bias-belted tires), the vehicle may not some limited-production tires. While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades, they must - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 292
controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 293
, or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your dealer if any of these conditions exist. Your dealer will know the - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 294
wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis. See "Changing a Flat Tire" in the Index for more information. Used Replacement Wheels - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 295
fast or spinning the wheels with chains on will part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle, be sure to follow the manufacturer's warnings and instructions. And always open your doors or windows - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 296
yellowblue Don't use any of these unless this manual says you can. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: D Care and Materials" in the Index.) Here are some cleaning tips: D Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. D Clean up stains as soon as you can -- before they set. D - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 297
yellowblue Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruit juice allow to dry completely. 3. If a stain remains, follow instructions for Multi-Purpose Interior Cleaner. Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth. D Rub with a clean, - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 298
conditions. Cleaning Glass Surfaces Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass finish. Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry. CAUTION: Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, it - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 299
Cleaner, Bon AmiR Powder (non-scratching glass cleaning powder), GM Part No. 1050011. The windshield is clean blades and clean them as necessary; replace blades that look worn. Weatherstrips Silicone in the direct rays of the sun. Use a car washing soap. Don't use strong soaps or chemical detergents - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 300
to enter your vehicle. Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Use lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under "Washing Your Vehicle." NOTICE: Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish may - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 301
body or wheels of the vehicle. Petroleum-based products may damage the paint finish and tires. Sheet Metal Damage If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced to restore - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 302
dark spots etched into the paint surface. Although no defect in the paint job causes this, Buick will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12,000 miles (20 000 km) of purchase, whichever occurs first. Underbody - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 303
White Sidewall Tire Cleaner Vinyl Cleaner Glass Cleaner Armor All USAGE Exterior polishing , seats, interior trim, door panels and floor mats Spray light scratches and oxidation and protects finish Removes contaminants, blemishes and swirl marks t Protectant t Multi-Purpose Interior Cleaner Wheel - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 304
a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver's side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration. D D D D your VIN, the - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 305
Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle" in the Index. Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy snow, etc., the wiper will stop until the motor cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical problem, have it fixed. Power - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 306
. Instrument Panel Fuse Block Some fuses are located in a fuse block on the passenger's side of the instrument panel. Pull off the cover labeled FUSES to expose the fuses. Circuit Breaker A B C D Description Tire Inflation Monitor Reset Button Power Windows/Sunroof Rear Defog Power Seats 6-66 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 307
Stoplamps Parking Lamps Auxiliary Power Connection (Power Drop) -- Hot in ACC and Run Crank Signal -- Body Control Module, Cluster, Powertrain Control Modules Ignition Signal -- HVAC Control Head Shifter Lock Solenoid Air Bag Body Control Module Hazard Flashers Driver's Heated Seat Ignition Signal - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 308
41 42 43 44 45 Description Low Blower Anti-Lock Brakes Turn Signals, Cornering Lamps Radio, HVAC Head, Remote Keyless Entry, Cluster, CEL TEL High Blower Passenger's Heated Seat Audio Steering Wheel Controls Wipers Underhood Electrical Center -- Passenger's Side Some fuses and relays are located in - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 309
Seats, Rear Defog, Heated Seats High Blower, Hazard Flasher, Stoplamps, Power Mirror, Door Locks Ignition Switch, BTSI, Stoplamps, ABS, Turn Signals, Cluster, Air Bag, DRL Module Cooling Fan Interior Lamps, Retained Accessory Power, Keyless Entry, CEL TEL, Data Link, HVAC Head, Cluster, Radio, AUX - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 310
yellowblue Fuse 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 Description Horn Fuel Injector Oxygen Sensor Engine Emissions Fog Lamps Headlamp (Right) Rear Compartment Release Parking Lamps Fuel Pump Fuse 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 SYMBOL Description Headlamp ( - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 311
information on these bulbs, contact your dealer service department. Capacities and Specifications 4T65E: Automatic Transaxle Pan Removal and Replacement . . 7.4 quarts (7.0 L) After Complete Overhaul ...10.0 quarts (9.5 L) * When draining/replacing converter, more fluid will be needed. Cooling - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 312
CID ...231 CID Firing Order ...1-6-5-4-3-2 ...1-6-5-4-3-2 Thermostat Temperature ...195_F (91_C) ...195_F (91_C) Horsepower ...240 @ 5200 ...200 @ 5200 Air Conditioning Refrigerants Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 313
Replacement Parts Engine/Air Cleaner Filter ...AC Type A1208C Passenger Compartment Air Filter ...10406026 Battery 3800 (Code K) V6 ...AC Type 690 CCA 3800 Supercharged (Code 1) V6 ...AC Type 770 CCA Engine Oil Filter All Engines ...AC Type PF47 Radiator Cap All Engines ...AC Type RC27 RKE Batteries - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 314
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needs these services to retain its safety, dependability and emission control performance. 7-2 7-4 7-5 7-15 Introduction Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Scheduled Maintenance Part B: Owner Checks and Services 7-19 7-21 7-23 Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Part D: Recommended Fluids - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 316
vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. All recommended maintenance procedures are important. Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe. Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 317
good condition. "Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections" explains important inspections that your dealer's service department or another qualified service center should perform. "Part a good idea to keep your maintenance receipts. They may be needed to qualify your vehicle for warranty repairs. - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 318
'll know that GM-trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts. The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D. Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these. All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 319
, see "Change Oil Soon Light" in the Index. + A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation. See "Brake System Inspection" under "Periodic Maintenance Inspections" in Part C of this schedule. Footnotes [ The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 320
Oil" in the Index. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) j Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote [.) j Replace passenger compartment air filter. j Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection and - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 321
Miles (50 000 km) j j j j j j Check Oil Life Monitor. If engine oil and filter are changed, reset monitor. See "Engine Oil" in the Index. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) Replace passenger compartment air filter. Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection and Rotation" in the Index for proper - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 322
Oil" in the Index. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) j Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote [.) j Replace passenger compartment air filter. j Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection and - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 323
yellowblue Scheduled Maintenance 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) j Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F (32_C) or higher. - In hilly or mountainous - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 324
footnote +.) Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service. Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 325
Oil" in the Index. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) j Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote [.) j Replace passenger compartment air filter. j Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection and - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 326
. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) Replace passenger compartment air filter. Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 327
spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. j Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. j Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F (32_C - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 328
Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). See "Engine Coolant" in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 329
B: Owner Checks and Services Listed in this part are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids or - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 330
or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced. Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings, and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system does not - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 331
(N). If the starter works in any other position, your vehicle needs service. CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. It should - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 332
ability: With D The key should come out only in LOCK. Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK (P) Mechanism Check the engine running and transaxle regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move. Underbody Flushing Service At least every spring, use plain water to flush any corrosive - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 333
service manual. See "Service and Owner Publications" in the Index. Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged, missing or out-of-position parts as well as open seams, holes, loose connections or other conditions - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 334
throttle system for interference or binding, and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables. Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 335
Washer Solvent Power Steering System Automatic Transaxle Key Lock Cylinders FLUID/LUBRICANT Delco Supreme 11R Brake Fluid (GM Part No. Part No. 1051515) or equivalent. GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No. 1052884 - 1 pint, 1050017 - 1 quart, or equivalent). DEXRONR-III Automatic Transmission - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 336
of NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC-LB. USAGE Hood and Door Hinges Weatherstrip Conditioning FLUID/LUBRICANT Multi-Purpose Lubricant, SuperlubeR (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent). Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579 or equivalent). Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 337
yellowblue Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. Any additional information from "Owner Checks and Services" or "Periodic Maintenance" can be added - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 338
yellowblue Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-24 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 339
yellowblue Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-25 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 340
yellowblue Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-26 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 341
yellowblue Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-27 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 342
yellowblue Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-28 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 343
yellowblue Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-29 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 344
yellowblue Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-30 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 345
yellowblue Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Buick if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. 8-2 8-4 8-4 8-5 8-6 8-6 8-7 Customer Satisfaction Procedure Customer - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 346
and to Buick. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer's sales or service departments. matter has already been reviewed with the sales, service or parts manager, contact the owner of the dealership or the general manager. 8-2 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 347
concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, contact the Buick Customer Relations Center by calling 1-800-521-7300. In Canada, contact GM in Steps One and Two, you must file with the GM/BBB Auto Line Program to enforce any additional rights you may have. Canadian owners refer - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 348
repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Although you are required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to filing any court action, use of the program is free of charge them at the following address: BBB Auto Line Council of Better Business Bureaus, - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 349
Disabilities This program, available to qualified applicants, can reimburse you up to $1,000 toward aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle (hand controls, wheelchair/scooter lifts, etc.). This program can also provide you with free resource information - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 350
or towing for disabled vehicles. Although Roadside Assistance is not a repair facility, it is a means of assisting customers in an emergency situation. providing easy access to service professionals trained to work with Buick owners, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including weekends and holidays - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 351
repair. Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, if you are unable to wait Buick helps reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts. Plan Ahead When Possible When your vehicle requires warranty service, you should contact your dealer - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 352
be administered by appropriate dealer personnel. Canadian Vehicles: For warranty repairs during the Complete Vehicle Coverage period of the General Motors of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty, alternative transportation may be available under the Courtesy Transportation Program. Please consult - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 353
of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer or General Motors. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in the Washington, D.C. area) or - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 354
hope you'll notify us. Please call us at 1-800-521-7300, or write: Buick Customer Relations Center P.O. Box 5039 Troy, MI 48007-5039 In Canada, please call us at L1H 8P7 Ordering Service and Owner Publications in Canada Service manuals, owner's manuals and other service literature are available - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 355
money order, or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.) CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1999 BUICK SERVICE MANUALS Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $90.00 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 356
. VEHICLE MODEL NAME YEAR 1999 1999 1999 1999 QTY. PRICE EACH* $90.00 $50.00 $15.00 $10.00 TOTAL PRICE 1 9 9 9 G M S H I P T O 8-12 PUBLICATION FORM NUMBER ITEM DESCRIPTION Service Manual Car & Light Truck Transmission Unit Repair Owner's Manual In Portfolio Owner's Manual Without Portfolio NOTE - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 357
...2-52 Astroroof ...2-55 Audio Controls, Steering Wheel Touch Control ...3-20 Audio Equipment, Adding ...3-22 Audio Systems ...3-9 Audio Systems, Tips ...3-21 Auto-Down Window ...2-34 Automatic Headlamp Control ...2-43 Overdrive ( ) ...2-24, 2-25 Power Door Locks ...2-5 Transaxle Check ...7-16 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 358
...6-31 Parking ...2-27 Pedal Travel ...6-34 Replacing System Parts ...6-35 System Warning Light ...2-62 Trailer ...4-36 Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI) ...2-23, 2-30 Transaxle Shift Interlock Check ...7-17 Wear ...6-34 Brakes, Anti-Lock ...4-7 Braking ...4-6 Braking in Emergencies ...4-12 "Break - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 359
Window ...3-7 Defogging ...3-4, 3-6, 3-7 Defrosting ...3-4, 3-6, 3-7 Delayed Entry Lighting ...2-46 Exit Lighting ...2-46 Headlamp Illumination ...2-44 Dimensions, Vehicle ...6-72 Dolby B Noise Reduction ...3-13, 3-16 Dome Lamp Bulb Replacement ...6-43 Door Locks ...2-4 Door/Trunk Ajar Warning Light - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 360
Level Check ...7-15 Coolant Temperature Gage ...2-66 Coolant Temperature Light ...2-65 Exhaust ...2-33 Identification ...6-64 Oil Level Check ...7-15 Overheating ...5-9 Running While Parked ...2-33 Specifications ...6-71 Starting Your V6 ...2-19 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...6-18 Engine Oil ...6-12 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 361
Replacement ...6-39 Fuel ...6-3 Canadian ...6-4, 6-5 Filling Your Tank ...6-6 Gage ...2-74 In Foreign Countries ...6-5 Full-Range Traction Control System ...4-9 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...6-66 Engine Coolant Temperature ...2-66 Fuel ...2-74 GAWR ...4-32 Gear Positions, Automatic Transaxle Lock - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 362
Warning ...2-14 Keys ...2-2 Lights Air Bag Readiness ...1-22, 2-61 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ...2-63, 4-7 Brake System Warning ...2-62 Change Oil Soon ...2-72 Charging System ...2-61 Cruise ...2-73 Door/Trunk Ajar Warning ...2-74 Engine Coolant Temperature Light ...2-65 Interior ...2-45 Low - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 363
...2-7 Manual Door ...2-4 Power Door ...2-5 Programmable Automatic Power Door ...2-5 Rear-Door Child Security ...2-6 Trunk ...2-14 Window ...2-34 Loss of Control ...4-15 Low Coolant Warning Light ...2-66, 6-27 Fuel Light ...2-75 Oil Level Light ...2-71, 6-12 Tire Light ...2-66 Traction Light ...2-65 - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 364
19 Power Auxiliary Connection ...2-54 Door Locks ...2-5 Option Fuses ...6-65 Outside Mirrors ...2-49 Retained Accessory ...2-48 Seat (Six-Way) ...1-3 Steering ...4-12 Steering Fluid ...6-29 Windows ...2-34 Pregnancy, Use of Safety Belts ...1-19 Problems on the Road ...5-1 Publications, Service and - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 365
Seats Heated ...1-4 Manual Front ...1-2 Power ...1-3 Restraint Systems ...1-1 Seat Controls ...1-2 Securing a Child Restraint ...1-42 Six-Way Power ...1-3 Two-Way Manual ...1-2 Safety Belts ...1 -6 Adults ...1-11 Center Passenger Position ...1-32 Children ...1-34 Driver Position ...1-12 Extender - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 366
Care ...6-1 Service Vehicle Soon Light ...2-73 Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle ...1-26 Sheet Metal Damage ...6-61 Shift Lever ...2-22 Shift Lock Release ...2-31 Shifting Automatic Transaxle ...2-22 Driver Selectable ...2-26 Into Park ...2-28 Out of Park ...2-30 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 367
New ...6-50 Top Strap ...1-42 Torque Lock ...2-29 Torque, Wheel Nut ...5-29, 6-49 Towing a Trailer ...4-33 Towing Your Vehicle ...5-8 Traction Control System Active Light ...2-64 Full-Range ...4-9 3800 Supercharged Engine ...4-9 Warning Light ...2-63 Trailer Backing Up ...4-37 Brakes ...4-36 Driving - 1999 Buick Regal | Owner's Manual - Page 368
Washing Your Vehicle ...6-59 Weatherstrip Lubrication ...7-16 Weatherstrips ...6-59 Wheel Alignment ...6-53 Nut Torque ...5-29, 6-49 Replacement ...6-53 Used Replacement ...6-54 Window Lock ...2-34 Windows ...2-34 Auto-Down ...2-34 Power ...2-34 Windshield Washer ...2-39 Fluid ...2-39, 6-30 Fluid