steering BUICK REGAL 1996 Owner's Manual

If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or
Snow
What you don’t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is
to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as
“rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, but
you must use caution.
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If you let your tires spin at high speed, they can
explode, and you or others could be injured. And,
the transaxle or other parts of the vehicle can
overheat. That could cause an engine
compartment fire or other damage. When you’re
stuck, spin the wheels as little as possible. Don’t
,
spin the wheels above 35 mph (55 km/h) as shown
on the speedometer.
NOTICE:
Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of you%
vehicle as well
as the tires. If you spin the wheels
too fast while shifting your transaxle back and
forth, you can destroy your transaxle.
For information about using tire chains on your vehicle,
see “Tire Chains” in the Index.
Rocking Your Vehicle to
Get it Out
First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will
clear the area around your front wheels. Then shift back
and forth between REVERSE
(R) and a forward gear,
spinning the wheels as
little as possible. Release the
accelerator pedal while you shift, and press lightly on
the accelerator pedal when the transaxle
is in gear. If
that doesn’t get you out after a few tries, you may need
to be towed out. If you do need to be towed out, see
“Towing Your Vehicle”
in the Index.
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When you open the hood on the 3.1L L82 engine, you'll see:
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A. Engine Coolant E. Engine Oil Dipstick I. Windshield Washer
Recovery Tank F. Automatic Transaxle Dipstick
Fluid Reservoir
B. Radiator Fill
Cap G. Brake Fluid Reservoir J. Battery (located under
C. Power Steering Reservoir
H. Air Filter Windshield Washer
D. Engine Oil Fill
Cap Fluid Reservoir)
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When you open the hood of the 3.8L L36 engine, you’ll see:
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A. Engine Coolant
Recovery Tank
B. Radiator Fill Cap
C. Power Steering Reservoir
D. Engine Oil Dipstick
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E. Engine Oil Fill Cap
F. Automatic Transaxle Dipstick
G. Brake Fluid Reservoir
H. Air Filter
I. Windshield Washer
Fluid Reservoir
J. Battery (located under
Windshield Washer Fluid
Reservoir)
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Radiator Pressure Cap
NOTICE:
Your radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa)
pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to
prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage
from overheating. Be sure the arrows on the cap
line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck.
When you replace your radiator pressure cap, an AC@
cap is recommended.
Thermostat
Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat
in the engine coolant system. The thermostat stops the
flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant
reaches
a preset temperature.
When
you replace your thermostat, an AC@ thermostat
is recommended.
Power Steering Fluid
3.lL L82 (Code M) Engine 3.8L L36 (Code K) Engine
When to Check Power Steering Fluid
It is not necessary to regularly check power steering
fluid unless
you suspect there is a leak in the system or
you hear an unusual noise.
A fluid loss in this system
could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected
and repaired.
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How To Check Power Steering Fluid
When the engine compartment is cool, unscrew the cap
and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap
and completely tighten it. Then remove the cap again
and
look at the fluid level on the dipstick.
3.1 L L82 (Code M) Engine When
the engine
compartment
is hot,
the level should be at the
H mark. When it’s cold,
the level should be at the
C mark. If the fluid is at
the ADD mark, you
should add fluid. 3.8L L36 (Code K) Engine
When the engine compartment is hot, the level should be
at the
HOT mark. When it’s cold, the level should be at
the FULL COLD mark, If the fluid is at the
ADD mark, you should add fluid.
What to Use
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what
kind
of fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants”
in the Index. Always use the proper fluid.
Failure to use
the proper fluid can cause leaks and
damage hoses and seals.
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Fuse
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16
19
21
23
24
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Description
HVAC #1 -- Air Temperature
Valve Motor: Trip Computer,
Daytime Running Lamps Module
(DRL), HVAC Control Assembly,
Multifunction Lever Cruise
Control Switch
Control Assembly Rear Window
Defogger Switch
POWER ACCESSORY
#1 -- Antenna Relay, Power
Mirror Switch, Door Lock
Switches,
Door Handle Switches,
Trunk Courtesy Lamp
AIR BAG SYSTEM
STOPLAMPS
-- TCC/Brake
Switch
CRUISE CONTROL
CTSY LAMPS -- Vanity Mirrors,
T/P Courtesy Lamps, I/P
Compartment Lamp, Header
Courtesy and Reading Lamp,
I/S
Lighted Rearview Mirror, Dome
and Reading Lamps, Quarter
Courtesy Lamps
REAR
DEFOG
-- HVAC
Fuse
29
30
32
37
38
39
Description
WIPER -- Wiper Switch
TURN SIGNAL
-- Turn
Signal Flasher
POWER LOCKS
-- Door
Lock Relay
AUXILIARY POWER
RADIO
-- Radio, Steering Wheel
Radio Switches
I/P ELECTRONICS IGNITION
FEED
-- Headlamp Switch,
Cruise Control Cut-Out Switch,
Air Bag System, TCC/Brake
Switch, Instrument Cluster, Chime
Module, Second-Gear Start
Switch, Daytime Running Lamps
Module (DRL)
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Und ’ hood Elect
Additional fuses are in the underhood electrical center
on the driver’s side
of the engine compartment.
DDD FOG LPS PARKLPS HORN
Fuse
PARK LPS
HORN
VAR P/S
ABS
Description
Headlamp Switch
Horn Relay, Underhood Lamp
EVO Steering
Anti-Lock Brake System
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Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule
6,000 Miles (10 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Lubricate steering ball joints (or every
6 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and
Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation
pattern and additional information. During
tire rotation, check brake calipers for
freedom of movement. Refer to the
appropriate
GM service manual for proper
caliper service procedures.
An Emission Control Service.
DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY
9,000 Miles (15 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or e7 Jery
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY
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I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I
12,000 Miles (20 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
17 Lubricate steering ball joints (or every
6 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE
15,000 Miles (25 000 km)
0 Change engine oil
and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
0 Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving
in dusty conditions. Replace filter if
necessary.
An Emission Control Service.
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DATE SERVICED BY: ACTUAL MILEAGE
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I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I
18.000 Miles (30 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Lubricate steering ball joints (or every
6 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and
Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation
pattern and additional information. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for
freedom
of movement. Refer to the
appropriate
GM service manual for proper
caliper service procedures.
An Emission Control Service.
DATE SERVICED BY: ACTUAL MILEAGE
21,000 Miles (35 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
DATE
SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE
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