2004 Buick Regal Owner's Manual - Page 71

Doors and Locks Door Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock the vehicle. From the outside, use the door key or remote keyless entry transmitter. From the inside use the manual or power door locks. To manually lock or unlock the driver's door from the outside, insert the key and turn it clockwise or counterclockwise. {CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. • Passengers - especially children - can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle will not open it. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors are not locked. So, wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive. • Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out. A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it. • Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle. Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening. To lock or unlock the doors from the inside, push the manual lock lever forward or rearward. 2-9