steering wheel BUICK REGAL 1995 Owner's Manual

Part C: Periodic Maintenance
Inspections
Listed below are inspections and services which should
be performed at least twice
a year (for instance, each
spring and fall).
You should let your GM dealer's
service department
or other qualified service center do
these
jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are
completed at once.
Restraint Systems
Now and then, make sure all your belts. buckles, latch
plates, retractors, anchorages and reminder systems are
working properly. Look for any loose parts or damage.
If
you see anything that might keep a restraint system
from doing its job, have
it repaired.
Steering, SuSpension and
Front-Wheel-Drive Axle Boot and
Seal Inspection
Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system
for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of wear. or
lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering lines and
hoses for proper hookup. binding, leaks, cracks, chafing,
etc. Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals
for
darnage, tears or leakage. Replace seals if necessary.
Exhaust System Inspection
Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body
near the exhaust system. Look for broken. damaged,
missing or out-of-position parts
as well as open seams.
holes. loose connections,
or other conditions which
could cause a heat build-up
in the tloor pan or could let
exhaust fumes into the vehicle. See "Engine Exhaust"
in
the Index.
Throttle Linkage Inspection
Inspect the throttle linkage for interference or binding.
and ,for dalnaged or missing parts. Replace parts
as
needed. Accelerator and cruise control cables should not
be lubricated.
Brake System Inspection
Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and
hoses for proper hookup. binding, leaks. cracks, chafing,
etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for
surface condition. Inspect other brake parts. including
calipers, parking brake, etc. Check parking brake
acl-justment. You may need
to have your brakes inspected
more often
if yo~~r driving habits or conditions result in
frequent braking.
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Section 9 Index
ABS ......................................... 4-6
Accessory Outlet
............................... 2-39
Adding
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
..................... 6- 17
BrakeFluid
................................. 6-24
Electrical Equipment
............... 2- 12 . 3- 17. 6-47
Engine Coolant
.............................. 6- I8
Engineoil
................................... 6-9
Power Steering Fluid
......................... 6-22
Sound Equipment
............................ 3- 17
Windshield Washer Fluid ...................... 6-22
How Does It Restrain ......................... 1-22
How
It Works ............................... 1-20
Location
................................... 1-20
Readiness Light ........................ 1 - 19.2-46
Servicing
................................... 1-23
What Makes
It Inflate ......................... 1-21
What Will You See After It Inflates .............. 1-22
When Should It Inflate
........................ 1-21
AirCleane r
....................................... 13
Air Conditioning
................................ 3-3
Air Conditioning Refrigerants
..................... 6-58
AirBag
....................................... 1-18
Air Conditioning
with Electronic Controls ............ 3-1
Alignment and Balance. Tires
..................... 6-35
Antenna. Fixed Mast
............................ 3-19
Antenna. Power Mast Care
....................... 3-19
Antifreeze
..................................... 6-17
Anti-Lock Brake System Waning Light ......... 2-48.4-6
Anti-Lock Brakes
............................... 4-6
Appearance Care
............................... 6-38
Appearance Care and Materials
.................... 6-45
Armrest. Storage
............................... 2-37
Ashtrays. Front
................................. 2-41
Astroroof
..................................... 2-40
Audio System. Steering Wheel Touch Controls
....... 3-20
Audio Systems
.................................. 3-5
Auto-Down Window ............................ 2-24
Automatic Door Locks
............................ 2-4
Automatic Transaxle
............................ 2-15
First Gear
(1) Position ........................ 2-18
Neutral
(N) Position .......................... 2-16
Overdrive Position
........................... 2-17
Aluminum
Wheels. Cleaning
...................... 6-43
Anti-Lock Brake System Active Light
.............. 2-49
Ashtrays
. Rear ................................. 2-41
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Checking Automatic Transaxle Fluid
..................... 6- IS
Brake Fluid ................................. 6-23
Engine Coolant
.............................. 6- 18
Engine Oil ................................... 6-8
Power Steering Fluid ......................... 6-20
Restraint Systems
............................ 1-50
Things Under the Hood
........................ 6-6
Chemical Paint Spotting
.......................... 6-44
Child Restraints
................................ 1-37
(2-Door Models)
........................... 1-38
(4-Door Models) ........................... 1-40
Securing
in the Center Rear Seat Position ......... 1-42
Securing in the Right Front Seat Position .......... 1-44
TOP Strap ................................... 1-38
Where to Put ................................ 1-37
Cigarette Lighter ............................... 2-4 I
Power Options ................................ 6-53
City Driving
................................... 4- 17
Cleaner. Air ................................... 6-13
Aluminum Wheels ........................... 6-43
Fabric
..................................... 6-39
Glass ...................................... 6-41
Inside of Your Buick .......................... 6-38
Securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position
Securing
in a Rear Outside Seat Position
Circuit Breaker. Power Windows and Other
Cleaning
Leather
.................................... 6-40
Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades ....... 6-41
Outside
01 Your Buick ........................ 6-42
Special Problems
............................ 6-39
Stains ...................................... 6-39
Tires
......................................... 43
Top
of the Instrument Panel .................... 6-41
Vinyl ...................................... 6-40
Clock. Setting The
............................... 3-5
Comfort Controls
................................
Bleed Valves ................................ 5-21
Heater, Engine
......................... 2- 14, 6- 13
How to Add to the Coolant Recovery Tank ........ 5-18
How to
Add to the Radiator .................... 5-20
Temperature Gage ............................ 2-50
Temperature Light
........................... 2-49
Cooling System
................................ 5-16
Courtesy Transportation
........................... 8-5
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Halogen Bulbs ................................ 6-27
Hazard Wdrning Flashers
.......................... 5- I
Head Restraints ................................. 1-5
Headlamp Bulb Replacement ...................... 6-27
Headlamp HigldLow Beam Changer
................ 2-26
Headlamp. Wiring
.............................. 6-53
Headlamps. Operation
........................... 2-3 1
Hearing Impaired. Customer Assistance .............. 8-2
Heating
........................................ 3-4
Heritage Pages
................................... 111
High-Beam Lamps. How to Change ................ 2-26
Highway Hypnosis
.............................. 4-20
Hill and Mountain Roads
......................... 4-20
Hitches. Trailer
................................. 4-3 1
Hood Release ................................... 6-7
Horn
......................................... 2-25
HotEngine
.................................... 5-14
Hydroplaning
.................................. 4- 16
...
Ice . Driving On ................................ 4-23
Ignition Key Positions
........................... 2- IO
Ignition Switch ................................. 2- IO
Illuminated Entry System ......................... 2-33
Intlation
- Tire Pressure .......................... 6-3 I
Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror ................. 2-35
Inspections Brake System
............................... 7-39
Exhaust Systems
............................. 7-39
Restraint Systems
............................ 7-39 Steering
. Suspension and
Front-Wheel-Drive
Axle
Boot and Seal ......................... 7-39
Throttle Linkage
............................. 7-39
Instrument Panel
............................... 2-42
Instrument Panel Intensity Control
................. 2-32
Instrument Panel
. Cleaning ....................... 6-41
Interior Lamps ................................. 2-33
Jack
. Tire .................................... 5-26
Jump Starting
................................... 5-2
Key Lock Cylinders
. Maintenance ................ 7-37
Key Reminder Warning
.......................... 2-11
Keys .......................................... 2-1
Lamp . M. L~ If unction Indicator ..................... 2-51
La111ps ........................................ 2-31
Battery Saver
............................... 2-33
Daytime Running
............................ 2-32
Dome
..................................... 2-35
Illuminated Entry
............................ 2-33
Interior
.................................... 2-33
On Reminder
................................ 2-31
Panel
...................................... 2-32
Larger Children
. Safety Belt Use ................... 1-47
Latches . Front Searback ........................... 1-5
Lane Change Indicator ........................... 2-26
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Power ...................................... 4-8
Tiltwheel
.................................. 2-25
Tips
........................................ 4-8
Wheel Touch Controls
........................ 3-20
Storage Armrest
................................ 2-37
Storage. Of Your Vehicle
......................... 6-26
Stuck: In Sand. Mud. Ice or Snow
.................. 5-33
Sunvisors
.................................... 2-39
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
............... 1 - 18
Symbols. Vehicle
.................................. x
Tachometer .................................. 2-43
Taillamps. Bulb Replacement
..................... 6-28
Tamper Resistant Odometer
....................... 2-43
Tape Player Care
............................... 3-18
Tape Player. Cassette
........................ 3.8. 3.11
Temperature Lever. Passenger
...................... 3-2
Theft
.......................................... 2-8
Theftlock Feature
............................... 3- 15
Thermostat .................................... 6-20
Third Gear. Automatic Transaxle
................... 2- 17
Tilt Steering Wheel
............................. 2-25
Time. Setting The
................................ 3-5
Tire-Loading Information Label
................... 4-26
Tires
......................................... 6-30
Alignment and Balance
........................ 6-35
BuyingNew
................................ 6-33
Chains
..................................... 6-37
TDD
.......................................... 8-2 Flat
....................................... 5-24
Inflation
............................... 6.31. 7.36
Inspection and Rotation
....................... 6-32
Loading
.................................... 4-26
Spare. Compact
.............................. 5-32
Temperature
................................ 6-35
Traction
.................................... 6-34
Treadwear
.................................. 6-34
Uniform Quality Grading
...................... 6-34
Wear Indicators
.............................. 6-33
Wheel Replacement
.......................... 6-36
When It’s Time for New
....................... 6-33
TorqueLock
................................... 2-21
Torque. Wheel Nut
.............................. 5-30
Towing a Trailer
................................ 4-28
Towing Your Vehicle
............................. 5-7
Trailer Tongue Weight
........................... 4-30
Trailer Towing
................................. 4-28
Brakes
..................................... 4-31
Driving on Grades
............................ 4-33
Driving with a Trailer
......................... 4-32
Hitches
.................................... 4-31
Maintenance
................................ 4-34
Parking on Hills
............................. 4-34
Safety Chains
............................... 4-31
Turnsignals
................................ 4-33
Weight of a Trailer
........................... 4-30
TopStrap
..................................... 1-38
Total Weight
on Your Vehicle’s Tires ............. 4-30
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