2001 Buick Regal Owner's Manual - Page 270

How to Reset the GM Oil Life System t What to Do with Used Oil Did you know that used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer? Don't let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner. Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil. See the manufacturer's warnings about the use and disposal of oil products. Used oil can be a real threat to the environment. If you change your own oil, be sure to drain all free-flowing oil from the filter before disposal. Don't ever dispose of oil by putting it in the trash, pouring it on the ground, into sewers, or into streams or bodies of water. Instead, recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil. If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil, ask your dealer, a service station or a local recycling center for help. After changing the engine oil, the system must be reset. 1. With the engine off, turn the ignition key to RUN. 2. Fully push and release the accelerator pedal slowly three times within five seconds. If the CHANGE OIL SOON light flashes, the system is resetting. 3. Turn the key to OFF, then start the vehicle. The oil life will change to 100 percent. 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 the oil life display on the DIC. See "Driver Information Center" in the Index.) 6-19