oil BUICK REGAL 1994 Owner's Guide

Scheduled Maintenance Services Schedule I1
I Follow Schedule II ONLY if none of the driving conditions specified in Schedule I apply. I
TO BE SERVICED
(See Explanation of
Scheduled Maintenance
Services Following
Schedules
I and IIj
Item No.
1. Engine Oil Change*
Oil Filter Change*
2. Chassis Lubrication ,_ . .
I 3. Tire & Wheel Inspection & Rotation
I MILES /OOO)
WHEN TO PERFORM
Miles (kilometers) or ,Months, Whichever
I Occurs First
12.5
Every 7 500 mi. (12 500 km) or 12 mos. a
~ At first and then every other oil change a
1 Every 7 500 mi. (12 500 km) or 12 mos. 0
I
At 7 500 mi. (12 500 km) and then every
15 000 mi. (25 000 km) or as necessary
4. Engine Accessory Drive Belt(s) Inspection*
5. Cooling System Service* Every 30
000 mi. (50 000 km) or 24 mos.
KILOMETERS (000)
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Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance
Services
Below are explanations of the services listed in Schedule
I and Schedule 11.
The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed
in
Section D. Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses
these. All
parts should be replaced and all necessary
repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle.
NOTE: To determine your engine’s displacement and
code, see “Engine Identification”
in the Index.
1.
Engine Oil and Filter Change* -- Always use SH or
SG Energy Conserving I1 oils of proper viscosity. The
“SH” or “SG” designation may be shown alone or in
combination with others, such as “SH/CD,” “SH, SG,
CD,” “SG/CD” etc.
To determine the preferred
viscosity for your vehicle’s engine (e.g., SAE 5W-30-
or SAE 10W-30), see “Engine Oil” in the Index.
2. Chassis Lubrication -- Lubricate the transaxle shift
linkage, parking brake cable guides, underbody
contact points and linkage. If your vehicle is
equipped with grease fittings, lubricate the
suspension and steering linkage. 3.
4.
5.
Tire
and Wheel Rotation and Inspection -- For
proper wear and maximum tire life, rotate your tires
following the instructions
in this manual. See “Tires,
Inspection
& Rotation” in the Index. Check the tires
for uneven wear or damage. If you see irregular or
premature wear, check the wheel alignment. Check
for damaged wheels also.
Engine Accessory Drive Belt(s) Inspection -- Inspect
the belt(s) for cracks, fraying, wear and proper tension.
Replace as needed. (Belts can have small cracks
in
individual ribs without affecting performance).
Cooling System Service* -- Drain, flush and refill
the system
with new or approved recycled coolant
conforming to GM Specification
1825M. Keep
coolant at the proper mixture as specified. See
“Coolant”
in the Index. This provides proper freeze
protection, corrosion inhibitor level and engine
operating temperature.
Inspect hoses and replace if they are cracked, swollen
or deteriorated. Tighten screw-type hose clamps.
Clean the outside of the radiator and air conditioning
condenser. Wash the pressure cap and neck.
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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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Section D: Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants
NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name,
pai-t number or specification may be obtained from your
GM dealer.
USAGE
Engine Oil
-
-
-
Engine Coolant
FLUIDlLUBRICANT
GM Goodwrench Motor Oil or
equivalent for
API service SH or SG
Energy Conserving
I1 oils of the proper
viscosity. The
“SH’ or “SG’ designation
may be shown alone or in combination with others, such as “SH/CD,”
“SH,SG,CD,” or “SG/CD” etc. To
determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see “Engine Oil”
in the
Index.
50/50 mixture of water (preferably
distilled) and good quality ethylene
glycol base antifreeze (GM Part
No.
1052753 or equivalent) conforming to
GM Specification 1825M
or approved
recycled coolant conforming to GM
Specification
1825M.
USAGE
Hydraulic Brake
System
Parking Brake
Guides
Power Steering
System
Automatic
Transaxle
Key Lock
Cylinders
Automatic
Transaxle Shift
Linkage
FLUIDlLUBRICANT
Delco Supreme ll@ Brake Fluid (GM
Part No. 1052535 or equivalent)
DOT-3 brake fluid.
Chassis lubricant (GM Part No.
1052497 or equivalent) or lubricant
meeting requirements of NLGI Grade
2, Category LB or GC-LB.
GM Hydraulic Power Steering Fluid
(GM Part
No. 1052884 or equivalent).
DEXRON@-111
or DEXRON@-IIE
Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Lubricate
with Multi-Purpose
Lubricant (GM Part
No. 12345120)
synthetic SAE 5W-30 engine oil.
Engine oil.
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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).
.. . ,. ... ..”.
’ 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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Part 9 Index
Adding Brake Fluid
.................................. 228
Electrical Equipment
...................... 125. 253
Engine Coolant
............................... 223
Engine Oil
.................................... 2 14
Power Steering Fluid
.......................... 226
Transaxle Fluid
............................... 220
Windshield Washer Fluid
....................... 227
Air Bag (Supplemental Restraint System)
.............. 33
Air Bag Readiness Light
........................... 35
Aircleaner
..................................... 219
Air Conditioner
................................. 122
Air Conditioner Refrigerant .................... 26 1. 262
Alcohol. Driving Under the Influence
................ 140
Alcohol
in Gasoline .............................. 209
Aluminum Wheels. Cleaning
....................... 249
Antenna Care
................................... 136
Antifreeze
...................................... 223
Anti-lock Brake System
........................... 145
Warning Light
................................ 115
Appearance Care ................................ 244
Ashtrays and Lighter
............................. 109
Assistance Customer
.................................... 283
Hearing/Speech Impaired
....................... 285
Roadside
.................................... 287
Astroroof
...................................... 108
Audio Systems
.................................. 125
Automatic Overdrive
.............................. 85
Automatic Transaxle .............................. 84
Fluid ....................................... 220
TorqueLock .................................. 90
Appearance
Care and Maintenance Materials
.......... 252
Battery
....................................... 230
Jump Starting
................................ 173
WarningGage
................................ 119
Blizzard
....................................... 162
Block Heater (Engine Coolant Heater)
............ 83. 219
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'Blowout. Tire ................................... 196
Adjustment
.................................. 230
Anti-lock
.................................... 145
Fluid
................................. ; ..... 228
Master Cylinder
.............................. 228
Parking
...................................... 87
Replacement
................................. 230
System. Anti-lock Warning Light
................. 115
System Warning Light
......................... 114
Wear
....................................... 229
Brakes. Trailer
.................................. 167
Braking
........................................ 144
Braking in Emergencies
......... : ................. 146
Break-In. New Vehicle
............................ 79
BulbChart
..................................... 2 60
Bulb Replacement ............................... 23 1
Bulbs. Halogen
.................................. 231
Brake
PedalTravel
................................. 230
Capacities and Specifications Chart
............. 261. 262
CarbonMonoxide
...... : ......................... 91
Carrier. Luggage
................................ 11 1
Cassette Tape Player ......................... 128, 132
Cassette Tape Player Care
......................... 135
Cautions, Safety
.................................. 10
CB Radio, Adding ........................... 125, 253
Changing a Flat Tire
.............................. 197
Cellular Telephone, Adding
.................... 125,
253
Chains, Tire
.................................... 243 Check Gages Light
............................... 119
Engine Coolant
................................ 223
Power Steering Fluid
.......................... 226
Restraint Systems
............................... 67
Transaxle Fluid
............................... 220
Underhood
.................................. 212
Windshield Washer Fluid
....................... 227
Chemical Paint Spotting
........................... 251
Child Restraints
.................................. 52
Children and Safety Belts
........................... 50
Cigarette Lighter ................................ 110
Circuit Breakers and Fuses
........................ 254
CityDriving
.................................... 155
Cleaner. Air
.................................... 219
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
............................ 249
Antenna
..................................... 136
Cassette Player
............................... 135
Fabric
...................................... 245
Glass
....................................... 247
Inside Your Buick
............................. 244
Instrument Panel
.............................. 247
Leather
..................................... 247
Outside Your Buick
........................... 248
Safety Belts
.................................. 247
Underbody Maintenance
........................ 250
Vinyl
....................................... 246
White Sidewall Tires
........................... 249
Windshield Wiper and Blades
.................... 248
Checking
BrakeFluid
.................................. 228
Engine Oil
.................................... 214
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Clock Setting ............................... 128. 132
Comfort Controls
................................ 12 1
Compact Disc Player ............................. 129
Compact Disc Care
.............................. 136
Compact Spare Tire
.............................. 205
Control
of a Vehicle .............................. 143
Controls. Features and
............................. 69
Convenience. Net
................................ 108
Coolant. Engine
................................. 223
WarningGage
................................ 116
Heater
................................... 83. 2 19
Safety Warnings .............................. 187
Courtesy Lights
................................. 105
Courtesy Transportation
........................... 286
Cruise Control
................................... 98
Customer Assistance Hearing /Speech Impaired
...................... 285
Satisfaction Procedure
......................... 283
Daytime Running Lights
......................... 103
Defensive Driving
............................... 140
Defogger. Rear Window
.......................... 125
Defrost
........................................ 121
Dimensions Chart
................................ 259
Disposal of Used Oil
............................. 2 19
DoorLocks
...................................... 71
Downshifting
.................................... 84
Driving
City
........................................ 155
Curve
...................................... 147
Defensive
................................... 140 Drunken
.................................... 140
Foreign Operation
............................. 210 . Freeway ..................................... 156
Hill and Mountain
............................. 159
LongDistance
................................ 157
Night
....................................... 152
Rain
........................................ 153
Through Deep Standing Water
.................... 82
Winter
...................................... 160
Electrical Equipment. Adding
................. 125. 253
Emergency Braking
..................................... 146
Starting
..................................... 173
Towing
..................................... 179
Steering
..................................... 146
Engine Block Heater (Coolant Heater)
................ 83, 219
Coolant
..................................... 223
Coolant Temperature Warning Gage
.............. 116
Exhaust
...................................... 91
Identification
(VIN) ........................... 253
Oil
......................................... 214
Oil Additives
................................. 218
Oil Pressure Warning Gage
...................... 117
Overheating
.................................. 187
Starting
....................................... 80
Ethanol in Gasoline .............................. 209
Exhaust
......................................... 91
Expectant Mothers, Use of Safety Belts
............... 38
Extender, Safety Belt
.............................. 67
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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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NightDriving ................................... 152
Number. Vehicle Identification (VIN)
................ 253
Octane Requirements
........................... 209
Odometer
...................................... 1 11
Oil. Engine ..................................... 214
Off-Road Recovery
.............................. 149
Change
..................................... 218
Quality
..................................... 2 16
Warning Light
................................ 117
Overheated Engine
............................... 187
Overdrive. Automatic
............................. 85
Paint Spotting
.................................. 251
Park Position
.................................... 84
Parking Park. Shifting Into
................................ 87
Over Things That Burn
.......................... 90
With the Engine Running ........................ 91
Passing
........................................ 14 9
PASS-Key Security System ......................... 78
Polishing and Waxing
............................ 248
Antenna
..................................... 136
DoorLocks
................................... 73
Mirrors
..................................... 106
Seats
........................................ 15
Brake ........................................ 87
With a Trailer
................................ 169
Power Steering
..................................... 146
Steering Fluid
................................ 226
Windows
..................................... 92
Pregnancy. Safety Belts Use ........................ 38
Problems on the Road ............................ 171
Publications. Service
............................. 288
Radiator Overheating
............................ 187
Radiator Pressure Cap
............................ 225
Radio
......................................... 125
Reading Lights
.................................. 104
Rear Window Defogger
................... ! ....... 125
Reclining Seatbacks
............................... 16
Remote Keyless Entry System ....................... 74
Remote Trunk Release
............................. 73
Replacing Brake System Parts
............................ 230
Lights Bulbs
........................ 1 ........ 231
Safety Belts
................................... 68
Tires
....................................... 239
Wheels
..................................... 242
Reporting Safety Defects
.......................... 285
Restraint System. Supplemental (Air Bag)
............. 33
Restraint Systems
................................. 19
Restraints. Child
.................................. 52
Restraints. Head
.................................. 17
Reverse Gear Position
............................. 84
Roadside Assistance
.............................. 287
Rocking Your Vehicle
............................ 206
Rotation. Tire
................................... 238
Running Your Engine While Parked
.................. 91
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