key BUICK REGAL 2012 Get To Know Guide

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Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter
Unlock
Press once to unlock the driver’s door only
or press twice to unlock all doors.
Lock
Press to lock all doors. The driver’s door
will not lock if open.
Note: THE REMOTE LOCK AND UNLOCK
SETTINGS CAN BE CHANGED IN THE
VEHICLE SETTINGS MENU BY USING THE
AUDIO SYSTEM CONTROLS.
Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm
Press and release to locate your vehicle.
Press and hold for two seconds to activate
the alarm. Press the button again or turn
on the ignition to cancel the alarm.
Power Door Locks/Door Opening
• Press the power door Unlock/ Lockbutton in the center of the instrument panel
to unlock or lock all doors.
• To open a locked door from the inside, pull the door handle to unlock the door and then
pull the handle again to open the door.
• To prevent a rear door from opening from the inside, activate the Rear Door
Security Lock. See your Owner Manual for more information.
See Keys, Doors and Windows in your Owner Manual.
Trunk Release
Press and hold to unlatch the trunk.
Remote Vehicle Start✦
Press and release the Lockbutton and
then press and hold the button to start
the engine from outside the vehicle. After
entering the vehicle, turn the ignition to the
On position before driving.
– The engine will run for 10 minutes.
Repeat these steps for a 10-minute
time extension.
– Only two remote starts are allowed
between ignition cycles.
– Press and hold the button to cancel
a remote start.
See Keys, Doors and Windows in your Owner Manual.
Express Power Windows
• All windows have an express-down feature. Fully press the desired window switch for
the window to lower automatically.
• The front windows have an express-up feature. Fully pull the desired front window
switch for the window to go up automatically.
• To partially open a window, gently press and hold the appropriate switch until the
window reaches the desired position.
Note: IF VEHICLE BATTERY POWER IS LOST, THE WINDOWS MUST BE RE-PROGRAMMED
FOR THE EXPRESS-UP FEATURE TO OPERATE. FOLLOW THE OWNER MANUAL
PROCEDURE.
See Keys, Doors and Windows in your Owner Manual.

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Climate Controls
Air
Conditioning
Control
Driver’s
Temperature
ControlDriver’s
Heated Seat
ControlAir Delivery
Floor ModeAir Delivery
Vent Mode
Recirculation
ModeDecrease
Fan
Speed/OffIncrease Fan
Speed
AUTO
Automatic
OperationDefrost
Mode
Rear Window
Defogger
Note: WHEN THE RECIRCULATION MODE IS USED WITHOUT AIR CONDITIONING, THE AIR
HUMIDITY INCREASES AND THE WINDOWS MAY FOG.
Automatic Operation
1. Press AUTO.
2. Set the temperature. Allow time for the system to automatically reach the desired
temperature.
If the air delivery mode or fan setting is manually adjusted, automatic operation is
turned off.
Air Delivery
Upper ModePassenger’s
Heated Seat
ControlPassenger’s
Temperature
Control
Express Open/ Close
Fully press the top of the switch to express
open the sunroof. Gently press and hold
the switch to partially open the sunroof.
Fully press the bottom of the switch to
express close the sunroof. Gently press
and hold the switch to partially close the
sunroof.
Sunroof✦
Tilt/ Close
Press the top of the switch to tilt the
sunroof.
Press the bottom of the switch to close
the sunroof.
See Keys, Doors and Windows in your Owner Manual.
The sunroof controls are located on the overhead console.
See Climate Controls in your Owner Manual.

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eAssist Overview (if equipped)
A compact electric drive system called eAssist has been integrated with the highly efficient
2.4-liter four-cylinder engine and six-speed automatic transmission to provide an electric
“boost” to help conserve fuel. eAssist includes a small, but powerful, electric motor rated
at 15 kilowatts. It replaces the typical alternator found on most engines. eAssist also uses
a small, advanced 115-volt lithium-ion battery located in the trunk.
eAssist Features
Your Regal with eAssist has several features that increase vehicle efficiency and maximize
fuel economy.
When braking or coasting, the electric motor acts like a generator to charge the high-
voltage battery. This “regenerative braking” process captures kinetic energy that would
otherwise be lost and stores it in the high-voltage battery. This electrical energy can then
be reused.
Note: THE REGENERATIVE BRAKING PROCESS REQUIRES UNIQUE TRANSMISSION
SHIFTING AS THE VEHICLE SLOWS DOWN.
When the vehicle comes to a stop, the engine may turn off automatically, saving fuel that
would otherwise be used while idling. This is called an Auto Stop. The vehicle is powered
by the high-voltage battery.
Note: THE eASSIST FEATURES OF THE VEHICLE ARE ENABLED AFTER THE ENGINE
REACHES OPERATING TEMPERATURE.
Auto Start/Stop
While driving, when the brake is applied and the vehicle comes to a complete stop, the
automatic engine start/stop system may turn off the engine, referred to as an Auto Stop. In
Auto Stop mode, the tachometer gauge will read AUTO STOP. The audio system, climate
controls and other accessories will be powered by the high-voltage battery. The engine will
restart immediately when the brake pedal is released or the accelerator pedal is applied.
After parking the vehicle and turning off the engine using the key or START/STOP
button✦, the tachometer gauge will read OFF.
Auto Start/Stop Conditions
There are several conditions that may cause the engine to remain running or restart when
the vehicle is stopped.
• The engine, transmission or high voltage battery is not warmed up.
• The outside temperature is less than –4°F (–20°C).
• The shift lever is in any gear other than Drive (D).
• The high-voltage battery state of charge is low.
• The climate control system requires the engine to run based on the climate control or
defog setting. Using the eco Air Conditioning mode will result in more frequent and
longer Auto Stops than the Comfort Air Conditioning mode.
• The Auto Stop time is greater than two minutes.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner Manual.

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Roadside Assistance
1-800-252-1112 TTY Users: 1-888-889-2438
As the owner of a new Buick, your vehicle is automatically enrolled in the Buick Roadside
Assistance program for 5 years/100,000 miles at no expense to you. This value-added
service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive across town or travel
the open road.
Buick’s Roadside Assistance toll-free number is staffed by a team of trained advisors
who are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, to contact a service provider for light
ser vices (fuel delivery, jump-starts, flat tire and lock-outs) or make arrangements to tow
your vehicle to the nearest Buick dealer.
Roadside Assistance and OnStar
If you have a current OnStar subscription, press the OnStar button and the vehicle will
send your current GPS location to an OnStar Advisor who will speak to you, assess your
problem, contact Roadside Assistance and relay your exact location so you will get the
help you need.
Buick Owner Center
The Buick Owner Center, a complimentary service for Buick owners, is a one-stop
resource designed to enhance your Buick ownership experience. Exclusive member
benefits include online service reminders, vehicle maintenance tips, online owner manual
and special privileges.
Sign up today at www.gmownercenter.com/buick.
myBuick and OnStar® Mobile Apps
The myBuick and OnStar mobile apps connect owners to a variety of
vehicle information and services, such as a searchable Owner Manual,
real-time fuel information and Roadside Assistance, as well as enabling
users to perform Remote Keyless Entry transmitter commands, including
locking and unlocking the doors and starting the vehicle.
An active OnStar account is required to use the OnStar mobile app. Visit OnStar.com
for more information. Download the mobile apps from your iPhone
®or Android™ device’s
app store.