oil level BUICK REGAL 2000 User Guide

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Capacities and Specifications
Automatic Transaxle
Pan Removal and Replacement 7.4 quarts (7.0 L). .
After Complete Overhaul 10.0 quarts (9.5 L). . . . .
*When draining/replacing converter, more fluid will
be needed.
Cooling System Including Reservoir
3800 V6 12.3 quarts (11.6 L). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3800 Supercharged V6 12.3 quarts (11.6 L). . . . . . .
Refrigerant,
Air Conditioning*1.88 lbs. (0.85 kg) . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Crankcase
Oil and Filter Change 4.5 quarts (4.3 L). . . . . . . . .
Wheel Nut Torque100 lb
-ft (140 N´m) . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Tank17.0 U.S. gallons (64.3 L) . . . . . . . . . . . .
*Note: All capacities are approximate. When adding, be
sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in
this manual. See ªFluids and Lubricantsº in the Index.
Engine Specifications
Type 3800 V6 (VIN Engine Code K). . . . . . . . . . . . .
3800 Supercharged V6 (VIN Engine Code 1)
Displacement 231 CID. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Firing Order 1
-6-5-4-3-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Thermostat Temperature 195
F (91
C) . . . . . . . . . . .
Horsepower, 3800 V6 200 @ 5200. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Horsepower, 3800 Supercharged V6 240 @ 5200. . . .

Scheduled Maintenance
7-9
30,000 Miles (50 000 km)
Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive regularly under dusty
conditions, the filter may require replacement more often.
Rotate tires. See ªTire Inspection and Rotationº in the Index for proper
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
Replace engine air cleaner filter.
An Emission Control Service.
For supercharged engines only: Check the supercharger oil level and add oil as
needed (or every 36 months, whichever occurs first). See ªRecommended
Fluids and Lubricantsº in this section.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote
.)
37,500 Miles (62 500 km)
Rotate tires. See ªTire Inspection and Rotationº in the Index for proper
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
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Scheduled Maintenance
7-11
52,500 Miles (87 500 km)
Rotate tires. See ªTire Inspection and Rotationº in the Index for proper
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
60,000 Miles (100 000 km)
Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive regularly under dusty
conditions, the filter may require replacement more often.
For supercharged engines only: Check the supercharger oil level and add oil as
needed (or every 36 months, whichever occurs first). See ªRecommended
Fluids and Lubricantsº in this section.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote
.)
Rotate tires. See ªTire Inspection and Rotationº in the Index for proper
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
Inspect engine accessory drive belt.
An Emission Control Service.
Replace engine air cleaner filter.
An Emission Control Service.
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Scheduled Maintenance
7-13
90,000 Miles (150 000 km)
Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive regularly under dusty
conditions, the filter may require replacement more often.
Replace engine air cleaner filter.
An Emission Control Service.
For supercharged engines only: Check the supercharger oil level and add oil as
needed (or every 36 months, whichever occurs first). See ªRecommended
Fluids and Lubricantsº in this section.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote
.)
Rotate tires. See ªTire Inspection and Rotationº in the Index for proper
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
97,500 Miles (162 500 km)
Rotate tires. See ªTire Inspection and Rotationº in the Index for proper
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
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Part B: Owner Checks and Services
Listed in this part 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 important for you or a service station attendant to
perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill.
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if
necessary. See ªEngine Oilº in the Index for
further details.Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add DEX
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coolant mixture if necessary. See ªEngine Coolantº in
the Index for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer fluid level in the
windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if
necessary. See ªWindshield Washer Fluidº in the Index
for further details.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Inflation Check
Make sure tires are inflated to the correct pressures.
Don't forget to check your spare tire. See ªTiresº in the
Index for further details.
Cassette Deck Service
Clean cassette deck. Cleaning should be done every
50 hours of tape play. See ªAudio Systemsº in the Index
for further details.