key battery BUICK REGAL 2001 User Guide

2-68 Charging System Light
The charging system light
will come on briefly when
you turn on the ignition,
as a check to show you
it's working. Then it should
go out.
If it stays on, or comes on while you are driving, you
may have a problem with the charging system. It could
indicate that you have a loose accessory belt or another
electrical problem. Have it checked right away. Driving
while this light is on could drain your battery.
If you must drive a short distance with the light on, be
certain to turn off all your accessories, such as the radio
and air conditioner.
Brake System Warning Light
Your vehicle's hydraulic brake system is divided into
two parts. If one part isn't working, the other part can
still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you
need both parts working well.
If the warning light comes on, there is a brake problem.
Have your brake system inspected right away.
United States Canada
This light should come on briefly when you turn the
ignition key to RUN. If it doesn't come on then,
have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there's
a problem.
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Battery
Your new vehicle comes with a maintenance free
ACDelco
battery. When it's time for a new battery,
get one that has the replacement number shown on the
original battery's label. We recommend an ACDelco
battery. See ªEngine Compartment Overviewº in
the Index for battery location.
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer and
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
If your battery has a very low charge or is dead, you
may not be able to remove the ignition key from the
ignition switch or shift out of PARK (P). Refer to
ªShifting Out of PARK(P)º in the Index.
Vehicle Storage
If you're not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days
or more, remove the black, negative (
-) cable from
the battery. This will help keep your battery from
running down.
CAUTION:
Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas
that can explode. You can be badly hurt if you
aren't careful. See ªJump Startingº in the Index
for tips on working around a battery without
getting hurt.
Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle
for longer storage periods.
Also, for your audio system, see ªTheft
-Deterrent
Featureº in the Index.
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Normal Maintenance
Replacement Parts
Engine Air Cleaner/FilterACDelco
. . . . . . . . . . .
Type A1208C
Passenger Compartment Air Filter10406026 . . . .
Battery
3800 V6 ACDelco

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Type 690 CCA
3800 Supercharged V6 ACDelco

. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Type 770 CCA
Engine Oil FilterACDelco

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Type PF47
Radiator CapACDelco

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Type RC27
Remote Keyless
Entry BatteriesType CR2032 (2) . . . . . . . . . . . . .
or equivalentSpark Plugs
3800 V6 ACDelco

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Type 41
-921
Gap: 0.060 inches (1.52 mm)
3800 Supercharged V6 ACDelco

. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Type 41
-921
or NGK Type PTR4B
-15
Gap: 0.060 inches (1.52 mm)
Wiper Blade
Type Hook. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Length 22.0 inches (56.0 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vehicle Dimensions
Wheelbase 109.1 inches (277.1 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Tread 62.0 inches (157.6 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Tread 61.3 inches (155.6 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Length 196.2 inches (498.4 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Width 72.7 inches (184.5 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Height 56.6 inches (143.8 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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