BUICK REGAL 1995 Owners Manual

I Maintenance Schedule I1 I
82,500 Miles (137 500 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
12 months, whichever occurs first).
An Enzission Control Service.
0 Lubricate the shift linkage, parking brake
cable guides, underbody contact points and
linkage (or every 12 months, whichever
occurs first).
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and
Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation
pattern and additional information.
I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE ISERVICED BYI
90,000 Miles (150 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
12 months, whichever occurs first).
An Enzission Control Service.
0 Lubricate the shift linkage, parlung brake
cable guides, underbody contact points and
linkage (or every
12 months, whichever
occurs first).
every 24 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or
every 24 months, whichever occurs first).
See “Engine Coolant”
in the Index for what
to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator,
condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure
test the cooling system and pressure cap.
0 Inspect engine accessory drive belt (or
An Emission Control Service.
An Emission Control Service.
(Continued)
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I Maintenance Schedule I1
90,000 Miles (150 000 km) (Continued)
0 Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control
0 Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Contr-ol
Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control
0 Inspect fLlel tank, cap and lines for damage
or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any
damage. Replace parts as needed.
An
Emission Control Service. Service.
Service.
Service.
DATE SERVICED BY: ACTUAL MILEAGE
97,500 Miles (162 500 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
12 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
0 Lubricate the shift linkage, parking brake
cable guides, underbody contact points and
linkage (or every
12 months, whichever
occurs first).
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and
Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation
pattern and additional information.
DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE
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Maintenance Schedule I1
100,000 Miles (166 000 km)
0 Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter
if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or
more of these conditions:
- In heavy city traffic where the oulside
temperature regularly reaches
90 O F
(32 O C) or higher.
- In hilly or mountainous terrain.
- When doing frequent trailer towing.
- Uses such as found in taxi, police or
delivery service.
If you do not use your vehicle under any of
these conditions, the.fluid and filter do not
require changing.
DATE
SERVICED BY. ACTUAL MILEAGE
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Part 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 Part D.
At Each Fuel Fill
It is inzportuntfor you or a service station attendant to
pecform these un,derlwocl clwcks at eaclz~fl~el~fi’ll.
Engine Oil Level
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if
necessary. See “Engine Oil” in the Index for further
details.
Engine Coolant Level
Check the engine coolant level and add the proper
coolant mix if necessary. See “Coolant”
in the Index for
further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level
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.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Inflation
Check tire inflation. Make sure tires are inflated to the
pressures specified on the Tire-Loading Information
label. See “Loading Your Vehicle” in the Index. See
“Tires”
in the Index for further details.
Cassette Deck
Clean cassette deck. Cleaning should be done every
50 hours of tape play. See “Audio Systems” in the Index
for further details.
Power Antenna
Clean power antenna mast. See “Audio Systems” in the
Index for further details.
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At Least Once a Year
Key Lock Cylinders
Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant
specified
in Part D.
Body Lubrication
Lubricate all hinges and latches including those for the
body doors, hood, rear compartment, glove
box door,
console door and any folding seat hardware. Part
D tells
you what to use. More frequent lubrication may be
required when exposed to a corrosive environment.
Starter Switch
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When you are doing this check, the vehicle could
move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be
injured. Follow
the steps below.
1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room
around the vehicle.
2. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see “Parking
Brake”
in the Index if necessary) and the regular brake.
NOTE: Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be
ready
to turn off the engine immediately if it starts.
3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The starter
should work only
in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If
the starter works in any other position, your vehicle
needs service.
Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock -- BTSI
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1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room
around the vehicle. It should
be parked on a level
surface.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake (see “Parking Brake”
in the Index
if necessary).
NOTE: Be ready to apply the regular brake
immediately
if the vehicle begins to move.
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3. With the engine off, turn the key to the RUN position,
but don’t start the engine. Without applying the
regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of
PARK (P) with normal effort. If the shift lever moves
out
of PARK (P), your vehicle’s BTSI needs service.
Steering Column Lock
While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn
the key to LOCK in each shift lever position.
0 The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift
lever is
in PARK (P).
0 The key should come out only in LOCK.
Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK (P)
Mechanism Check
Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing
downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the
parking brake.
To check the parking brake: With the engine running
and transaxle
in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot
pressure from the regular brake pedal.
Do this until
the vehicle
is held by the parking brake only.
0 To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability:
Shift to PARK (P). Then release
all brakes.
Underbody Flushing
At least every spring, use plain water to flush any
corrosive materials from the underbody. Take care to
clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris
can collect.
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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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Part D: Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants
NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name,
part number or specification may be obtained from your
GM dealer.
FLUIDLUBRICANT
Engine oil with the American
Petroleum Institute Certified For
Gasoline Engines “Starburst”
symbol of the proper viscosity.
To
determine the preferred viscosity
for your vehicle’s engine, see
“Engine Oil” in the Index.
Soh0 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
Coolant
Supplement
Hydraulic Brake System
Parking Brake Guides
Power Steering
System
Automatic
Transaxle
Key Lock
Cylinders
FLUIDLUBRICANT
GM Part No. 3634621 or
equivalent.
Delco Supreme
1 1 @ 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@-I11 Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Lubricate with Multi-Purpose
Lubricant (GM Part
No. 12345 120)
or synthetic SAE 5W-30 engine
oil.
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I USAGE
Automatic
Transaxle Shift
Linkage
Chassis
Lubrication
Windshield Washer Solvent
Hood Latch
Assembly
a. Pivots and
Spring Anchor
b. Release Pawl
FLUIDLUBRICANT
Engine oil.
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 IS 15) or
equivalent.
a. Engine
oil.
b. Chassis lubricant (GM Part
No. 1052497 or equivalent)
or lubricant meeting
requirements
of NLGT Grade
2, Category LB or GC-LB.
USAGE
Hinge and Striker Chassis
lubricant (GM Part
Fuel Filler Door (GM
Part
No. 10501 09). Hinges Engine
oil or
Lubriplate Lubricant
Hood and Door
FLUIDLUBRICANT
lubricant
meeting requirements of Plunger
No. 1052497 or equivalent) or
NLGI Grade
2, Category LB or
GC-LB.
Weatherstrip
recommended replacement filters, valves and spark
See
“Specifications Chart”
in the Index for
Part
No. 12345579
or equivalent).
Conditioning Dielectric
Silicone Grease
(GM
plugs.
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Part E: Maintenance Record
After the scheduled services are performed, record the
date, odometer reading and who performed the service
in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval.
Any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services’’
or “Periodic Maintenance’’ can
be added on
the following record pages. Also, you should retain all
maintenance receipts. Your owner information portfolio
is a convenient place to store them.
Maintenance Record
ODOMETER
DATE READING SERVICED
BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED
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