fuel BUICK REGAL 1994 Owner's Guide

“Section D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” lists
some products
GM recommends to help keep your
vehicle properly maintained. These products, or their
equivalents, should be used whether you do the work
yourself or have
it done.
“Section
E: Maintenance Record” provides a place for
you to record the maintenance performed on your
vehicle. Whenever any maintenance is performed, be
sure to write
it down in this section. This will help you
determine
when your next maintenance should be done.
In addition,
it is a good idea to keep your maintenance
receipts. They may be needed to qualify your vehicle for
warranty repairs.
Section A: Scheduled Maintenance
Services
Using Your Maintenance Schedule
This section tells you the maintenance services you
should have done and when you should schedule them.
Your Buick dealer knows your vehicle best and wants
you to be happy with it. If you
go to your dealer for your
service needs, you’ll know that GM-trained and
supported service people
will perform the work using
genuine
GM parts.
These schedules are for vehicles that:
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carry passengers and cargo within recommended
limits. You
will find these limits on your vehicle’s
Tire-Loading Information label. See “Loading Your
Vehicle”
in the Index.
are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal
driving limits.
use the recommended unleaded fuel. See “Fuel”
in
the Index.
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I TO BE SERVICED
(See Explanation of
Scheduled Maintenance
Services Following Schedules I and 11)
Item No.
6. Transaxle Service
7. Spark Plug Replacement*
8. Spark Plug Wire Inspection*?
9. Air Cleaner Filter Replacement*
10. Fuel Tank, Cap & Lines Inspection*?
WHEN TO PERFORM
Miles (kilometers) or Months, Whichever
Occurs First
I MILES (000) ~I I
KILOMETERS (000)
37.5 SO 62.5
See Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance
Services Following Schedules
I and I1 1.1
I I I 1.1 I
Every 30 000 mi. (50 000 km)
I I I 1.1 I
The services shown in this schedule up to 45 000 miles (75 000 km) should be performed after 45 000 miles at the
same intervals.
* An Emission Control Service.
-1- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability
prior to the completion
of vehicle useful life. General Motors, however. urges that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the
maintenance be recorded in "Section E:Maintenance Record".
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To help ensure proper operation, we recommend a
pressure test of both the cooling system and the
pressure cap.
6. Transaxle Service -- Change both the fluid and filter
every
15,000 miles (25 000 km) 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 terrain.
When doing frequent trailer towing.
Uses such as found in taxi, police car or delivery
service.
If you do not use your vehicle under any of these
conditions, change both the fluid and filter every
100,000 miles (1 60 000 km).
7.
8.
9.
Spark Plug Replacement* -- Replace spark plugs
with the proper type. See “Specifications Chart” in
the Index.
Spark Plug Wire Inspection*? -- Inspect for burns,
cracks
or other damage. Check the boot fit at the
distributor and at the spark plugs. Replace wires as
needed.
Air Cleaner Filter Replacement* -- Replace every
30,000 miles (50 000 km) or more often under dusty
conditions. Ask your dealer for the proper
replacement intervals for your driving conditions.
10. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection*? -- Inspect
fuel tank, cap and lines (including fuel rails and
injection assembly,
if equipped) for damage or leaks.
Inspect fuel cap gasket for an even filler neck
imprint or any damage. Replace parts as needed.
Periodic replacement of the fuel filter is not required.
* An Emission Control Service.
The
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the
emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of vehicle useful life. General Motors, however, urges that all recommended maintenance services be
performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded in “Section E:Maintenance Record”. s
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Section B: Owner Checks and
Services
Listed below 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 lubricants are added to your
vehicle, make sure they are
the proper ones, as shown in
Section
D.
At Each Fuel Fill
(It is important for you or a service station attendant
to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill.)
CHECK OR
I SERVICE
Engine Oil Level
Level
Level
WHAT TO DO
Check the engine oil level and add the
proper oil
if necessary. See “Engine
Oil” in the Index for further details.
Check the engine coolant level and add
the proper coolant
mix if necessary. See
“Coolant”
in the Index for further
details.
Check the windshield washer fluid
level
in the windshield washer tank and
add the proper fluid
if necessary. See
“Windshield Washer Fluid” in the
Index for further details.
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USAGE
Chassis
Lubrication
Windshield
Washer Solvent Hood Latch
Assembly
a. Pivots. and
Spring Anchor
b. Release Pawl
Hood and Door
Hinges
FLUIDlLUBRICANT i:,. .
Chassis lubricant (GM Part No.
1052497 or equivalent) or lubricant
meeting requirements
of NLGI Grade
2, Category LB or GC-LB.
GM Optikleen@ Washer Solvent (GM
Part
NO. 105 15 15) or equivalent.
a. Engine oil.
b Chassis lubricant meeting
requirements
of NLGI Grade 2,
Category LB or GC-LB (GM Part
No. 1052497 or equivalent).
Engine oil or Lubriplate Lubricant (Ghl
Part No. 1050109).
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’ USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT
Fuel Filler Door Chassis lubricant (GM Part No.
Hinge and Striker 1052497
or equivalent) or lubricant
Plunger meeting requirements
of NLGI Grade
2, Categdb LB or GC-LB.
Weatherstrips Dielectric Silicone Grease! (GM Part
No. 12345579 or equivalent).
See “Specifications Chart” inathe Index for
recommended replacement fiiiers, valves and spark
plugs.
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Fabric Cleaning ................................ 245
Features and Controls
............................. 69
Fiberglass Springs
............................... 25 1
Filling the Fuel Tank ............................. 21 1
Filter. Oil ...................................... 214
Finish Care
..................................... 248
Finish Damage
.................................. 250
FirstGear
....................................... 86
Flash-To-Pass
................................... 96
Flashers. Hazard Warning
......................... 172
Flat Tire ....................................... 196
FloodedEngine
.................................. 80
Fluid Brake
....................................... 228
Capacities
............................... 26 1. 262
Power Steering
............................... 226
Transaxle
.................................... 220
Windshield Washer
............................ 227
Fluids and Lubricants Recommended
................ 279
FogLights
..................................... 103
Foreign Operation
............................... 2 10
Francais. Guide En
................................. 2
Freeway Driving
................................ 156
French Language Manual
........................... 2
Fuel
.......................................... 209
Capacities
............................... 26 1. 262
FillingYourTank
............................. 211
Gage
....................................... 113
In Foreign Countries ........................... 2 10
LowLight ................................... 114
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
........................ 254 Gage
Battery (Voltage Indicator)
...................... 119
Engine Coolant Temperature
.................... 116
Fuel
........................................ 113
Gasoline
....................................... 209
Gasoline Tank Filling
............................. 211
Gear Positions
................................... 84
Engine Oil
Pressure
........................... 117
Glasscleaning
.................................. 247
Halogen Bulbs
................................. 231
Hazard Warning Flashers
.......................... 172
Headlamp Bulb Replacement
........................ 23
Headlights
..................................... 103
High-Low Beam Changer
....................... 96
Headlight “On” Warning
....................... 103
Head Restraints
.................................. 17
Hearing Impaired Assistance ....................... 285
Heater
......................................... 121
Heater. Engine Block (Engine Coolant Heater)
...... 83. 219
Highway Hypnosis
............................... 158
Hill and Mountain Roads
.......................... 159
Hitches. Trailer
.................................. 166
Hood Release
................................... 212
Horn
........................................... 93
Hot Coolant Warning Gage
........................ 116
Hot Engine Safety Warnings
....................... 187
Hydroplaning
................................... 154
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Tape Player Care ................................ 135
Temperature Warning Light
........................ 1 16
Theft
........................................... 77
Thermostat
..................................... 225
Third Gear Position
............................... 85
Tilt Steering Wheel
............................... 93
Time (Setting the Clock)
...................... 128. 132
Tire
........................................... 236
Balance
..................................... 241
Chains
...................................... 243
Flat
........................................ 196
Inflation
..................................... 237
Inspection and Rotation
........................ 238
Loading Information
........................... 234
Pressure
..................................... 237
Quality Grading
.............................. 240
Replacement
................................. 239
Spare
....................................... 205
Wear Indicators
............................... 239
White Sidewall
............................... 249
TorqueLock
..................................... 90
TowingHookups
................................ 182
Towing Your Buick
.............................. 179
Trailer Towing
.................................. 164
Transaxle. Automatic
.............................. 84
Transaxle Fluid
.................................. 220
Trip Odometer
.................................. 1 12
Trunk Release. Remote
............................ 73
Turn Signalmeadlight Beam Lever
................... 94
Turn Signal Indicator
.............................. 94
Turn Signal Reminder
............................. 95 Underbody
Cleaning
............................ 250
Unleaded Gasoline
............................... 209
Upholstery Care
.................................. 244
Used Oil Disposal
............................... 219
Used Replacement Wheels
......
Vehicle Identification Number (VI
Vehicle Loading ..............
Vehicle Storage ..............
.................. 242
N) ............... 253
.................. 234
.................. 230 . Ventilation ..................................... 121
Vinyl Cleaning .................................. 246
VoltsGage
..................................... 119
warning Flashers. Hazard
........................ 172
Warning Lights
.................................. 112
Air Bag Readiness ............................. 35
Anti-lock Brake System
........................ 115
Battery
...................................... 119
CheckGages
................................. 119
Brake
....................................... 114
Engine Coolant Temperature
.................... 116
Engineoil
................................... 117
LowCoolant
................................. 117
LowFuel
.................................... 114
LowOil
..................................... 118
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator Lamp)
. . 120
Washer. Windshield
............................... 97
Washing Your Vehicle
............................ 248
Safety Belt
................................... 25
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Owner’s Record of Upkeep and Fuel Usage
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Owner’s Record of Upkeep and Fuel Usage
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Fuel Mileage Chart
MILES PER GALLON
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50 55 60 65 70 75 X0 X5 90 95 100 105 110 115 120 125 130 135 140 145 150 155 160 165 170 175 18C
60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120 126
132 138 144 IS0 156 162 168 174 180 186 192 198 204 210 216
70 77 84 91 98 105 112 119 126 133 140 147 154 161 168 175 I82 189 196 203 210 217 224 231 238 245 252
80 88 96
104 1 12 I20 I28 136 144 I52 160 I68 176 1 84 I92 200 208 2 16 224 232 240 248 256 264 272 280 288
90 99 108 117 126
100 110 120
130 140
110 121 132 143 154
120
132 144 156 168
35 144 I53 162 171 180 I89 198 207 2 I6 225 234 243 252 261 270 279 288 297 306 3 15 324
50 160 I70
1 X0 190 200 2 10 220 230 240 250 260 270 280 290 300 3 I0 320 330 340 350 360
65 176 187 198 209 220 23
I 242 253 264 275 286 297 308 319 330 341 352 363 374 385 396
80 I92 204 21 6 228 240 252 264 276 288 300 3 12 324 336 348 360 372 384 396 408 420 432
130 143 I56 169 182 195 208 22 1 234 247 260 273 286 299 3 I2 325 338 35 I 364 377 390 403 41 6 429 442 4.55 468
140 IS4 168 I82 196 21 0 224 238 252 266 280 294 308 322 336 350 364 378 392 406 420 434 448 462 476 490 504
I 50 16s 1 no 19s 210 225 240 255 270 285 300 31 5 330 345 360 375 390 405 420 435 450 46s 4x0 495 5 10 525 540
I60 176 192 208 224 240 256 272 288 304 320 336 352 368 38\
4 400 416 432 448 464 480 496 5 12 528 544 560 576
170 I87 204 22
1 238 255 272 289 306 323 340 357 374 391 408 425 442 459 476 493 5 10 527 544 561 578 595 61 2
I80 198 2 I6
234 252 270 288 306 324 342 360 378 396 414 432 450 468 486 504 522 540 558 576 594 61 2 630 648
190 209 228 247 266 285
304 323 342 361 380 399 41 8 437 456 475 494 5 I3 532 551 570 589 608 627 646 665 684
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!20 242 264 286 308 330 352 374 396 41
8 440 462 484 506 528 550 572 594 616 638 660 682 704 726 748 770 792
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