lock BUICK REGAL 1993 User Guide

The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on
the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies
force to the strong pelvic bones. And you'd be less
likely to slide under the lap belt.
If you slid under it, the
belt 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 a crash.
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You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is I
too loose. In a crash you would move forward
too much, which could increase injury. The
shoulder belt should fit against your body.
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a To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the
buckle.
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'art 2 Features And Controls
Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Buick. and information on .. starting. shifting ..
and braking . Also explained are the instrument panel and
properly
.. and what to do if you have a problem .
Part 2 includes: the warning
systems that tell you
if every
Thing is working
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DoorLocks ....................................................................... \
NewVehicleBreak-In ..............................................................
StartingtheEngine .................................................................
ShiftingtheTransaxle ..............................................................
Windows ........................................................................\
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TiltSteeringWheel ................................................................
Multi-FunctionLever ...............................................................
TurnandI, aneChangeSignals ...................................................
Headlight High-Low Beam Changer ..............................................
WindshieldWiper/Washer ......................................................
Cruisecontrol ................................................................
Mirrors ........................................................................\
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Instrumentpanel ...................................................................
Speedometer and Odometer .....................................................
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators .............................................
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Keys
Leaving young children in a vehicle with the
ignition key is dangerous for many reasons.
A
child or others could be badlv iniured or even
killed.
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They could operate power windows or other
controls or even make the vehicle move. Don't
leave the keys in a vehicle with young children.
[ The ignition keys are for
the ignition only.
The
door keys are for the
doors and all other locks.
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When a new Regal is delivered, the dealer removes the
plugs from the keys, and gives them to
the first owner.
Each plug has a code on it that tells your dealer
or a
qualified locksmith how to make extra keys. Keep the
plugs in
a safe place. If you lose your keys, you’ll be
able
to have new ones made easily using these plugs.
Your Buick has a number of new features that &$$
can help prevent theft. But you can have a lot of @
trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock E:+ g;:
your keys inside. You may even have to damage
your v
keys.
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Door Locks
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A CAUTIuN:
Unlocked doors can be dangerous.
Passengers
-- especially children -- can easily
open the doors and fall out. When a door is
‘-:ked, the inside handle won’t open
if
Outsiders can easily enter through an unlock€
This may not be
so obvious: You increase the
chance of being thrown out of the vehicle
in a
ash if the doors aren’t locked. Wear safety
belts properly, lock your doors, and you will be
far better off whenever you drive your vehicle.
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when you slow down or stop your vehicle.
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There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle:
From the inside: To lock the door, move the lock control
down.
From the
outside: Use
your door key. To unlock the door, move the lock control up.
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Power Door Locks
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’ Push the power door
lock switch to lock or
unlock all the doors at
once.
Leaving Your Vehicle
Automatic
Door Locks
Just close your doors and turn on the. ignition. All of
If you are leaving the vehicle, take your keys, open your
door and set the locks
from inside. Then get out and
close the door.
Remote Trunk Release (Option)
The remote trunk
I release button is in
the glovebox. It works
only
when the
transaxle is
in Park.
your doors
will lock when you move your shift lever out
of “P’ (Park) or “N” (Neutral). Each time you close
your doors and turn on the ignition, the doors
will lock
automatically only once.
If someone needs to get out
while the vehicle is running, have that person use the
manual
or power lock. When the door is closed again, it
will not lock automatically. Just use the manual or
power lock to
lock the door again.
If you have the Remote Keyless Entry System Option, it
will also unlock your trunk.
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Remote Keyless Entry System
(Option)
If your Buick has this option, you can lock and unlock
your doors or unlock your trunk from up to
30 feet
(9 m) away using the key chain transmitter supplied
with your vehicle. Your
Remote Keyless Entry System operates
on a radio
frequency subject
to Federal Communications
Commission (FCC)
Rules. This device complies with
Part
15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept
any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
Should interference to this system occur, try this:
Check to determine if battery replacement is
necessary. See the instructions on battery
replacement.
vehicle. This product has a maximum range.
Check the distance. You may be too far from your
Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be
See your Buick dealer or a qualified technician for
blocking the
signal.
service.
Changes or modifications
to this system by other than an
authorized service facility could void authorization to
use this equipment.
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Operation
The driver’s door will unlock automatically when
UNLOCK is pressed. If UNLOCK, is pressed twice
quickly,
all doors will unlock. The interior lights will
also come on for approximately
40 seconds and go off
when the ignition is turned on.
All doors will lock when
DOOR is pressed.
The trunk
will unlock when the opened trunk symbol is
pressed, but only
when the transaxle is in PARK.
Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle
Each key chain transmitter is coded to prevent another
transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitter
is
lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased through
your dealer. Remember to bring the remaining
transmitter with you when
you go to your dealer. When
the dealer matches
the replacement transmitter to your
vehicle, the remaining transmitter must also be matched.
Once the
new transmitter is coded, the lost transmitter
will
not unlock your vehicle.
You can match a transmitter to as many different
vehicles as you own, provided they are equipped with
exactly the same model system
. (General Motors offers
several different models
of these systems on their vehicles.) Each vehicle can
have only two transmitters
matched to
it.
See your dealer to match transmitters to another vehicle.
Battery Replacement
Under normal use, the batteries in your key chain
transmitter should last about two years.
You can tell the batteries are weak if the transmitter
won’t work at the normal range
in any location. If you
have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter
works, it’s probably time to change the batteries.
For battery replacement,
use two DuracellB
batteries, type
DL-2016, or
a similar type.
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To replace the batteries: Theft
1. If your transmitter
has
a screw, remove
the screw from the
back cover.
If there
is no screw,
carefully pry off the
cover by inserting a
dime (or similar
object)
in the slot
between the covers
and twist.
2. Lift off the front cover, bottom half first.
3. Remove and replace the batteries. Put them in as the
direction under the batteries indicate.
4. Replace the front cover. Make sure the cover is on
tightly, so water won’t get in. Replace the screw in
the back cover, if there is one. If there is no screw,
snap together.
5. Check the operation of the transmitter. Vehicle
theft is big business, especially in some cities.
Although your Buick has a number of theft deterrent
features, we know that nothing we put on
it can make it
impossible
to steal. However, there are ways you can
help.
Key in the ignition: If you walk away from your
vehicle with the keys inside, it’s
an easy target for joy
riders or professional thieves
-- so don’t do it.
When you park your Buick and open the driver’s door,
you’ll hear a tone reminding you to remove your key
from the ignition and take it with you. Always do this.
Your steering wheel will be locked, and
so will your
ignition and transaxle. And remember to lock
the doors.
Parking at
Night: Park in a lighted spot, close all
windows and
lock your vehicle. Remember to keep your
valuables
out of sight. Put them in a storage area, or take
them with
you.
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Parking Lots: If you park in a lot where someone will
be watching your vehicle, it’s best
to lock it up and take
your keys. But what
if you have to leave your ignition
key? What if
you have to leave something valuable in
your vehicle?
0 Put your valuables in a storage area, like your trunk
or glove box.
0 Lock the glove box.
0 Lock all the doors except the driver’s.
0 Then take the door key with you.
New Vehicle ‘LBreak-In99
Your modern Buick doesn’t need an elaborate
“break-in.” But
it will perform better
run if you follow these guidelines:
Don’t drive at any one speed -- fast or sin
-- for the first 500 miles (804. km,)Jon’+ .,,, ii’ ’
make full-throttle starts.
Avoid making hard stops for the
first 200
miles (322 km) or so. During this time your
new brake linings aren’t yet broken
in. Hard
stops with new linings can mean premature
wear and earlier replacement.
Follow this
“breaking-in” guideline every time you get
lew brake linings.
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