Buick Regal User Manual

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Buick Regal Owner Manual - 2012
2012 Buick Regal Owner Manual M
In Brief ........................ 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
eAssist Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24
Keys, Doors, and
Windows .................... 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19
Seats and Restraints ......... 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-34
Storage ....................... 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Additional Storage Features . . . 4-3
Instruments and Controls .... 5-1
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-25
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-29
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-35
Universal Remote System . . . . 5-39
Lighting ....................... 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Infotainment System ......... 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-14
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-24
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-36
Trademarks and License
Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-47
Climate Controls ............. 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8

Buick Regal Specifications

General

Brand	Buick
Model	Regal
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

In Brief

Instrument Panel

Overview of the vehicle's instrument panel and its controls.

Initial Drive Information

Performance and Maintenance

Introduction

Danger, Warnings, and Cautions

Explains hazard symbols and messages found in the manual and on vehicle labels.

Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys and Locks

Details operation and types of keys, locks, and remote entry systems.

Doors

Vehicle Security

Covers anti-theft alarm systems and immobilizer operation.

Seats and Restraints

Head Restraints

Safety Belts

Comprehensive guide on proper safety belt usage, including questions and answers.

Airbag System

Details airbag types, locations, inflation conditions, and safety precautions.

Passenger Sensing System

Explains the system that controls front passenger airbag deployment based on occupant presence.

Child Restraints

Guidance on selecting and securing child restraints for different age groups.

Instruments and Controls

Controls

Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators

Explains the function and meaning of various warning lights, gauges, and indicators.

Information Displays

Vehicle Messages

Lists and explains various system messages displayed on the DIC.

Lighting

Exterior Lighting

Lighting Features

Climate Controls

Climate Control Systems

Maintenance

Driving and Operating

Driving Information

Covers safe driving practices like avoiding distraction and defensive driving techniques.

Starting and Operating

Details new vehicle break-in, ignition positions, starting the engine, and parking.

Automatic Transmission

Manual Transmission

Brakes

Covers ABS, parking brake, brake assist, and hill start assist features.

Ride Control Systems

Details Traction Control System (TCS) and StabiliTrak® system operation.

Cruise Control

Vehicle Care

Vehicle Checks

Guidance for owners on performing basic service and checks on the vehicle.

Bulb Replacement

Headlamps, Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps

Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps

Replacement Bulbs

Electrical System

Covers high voltage devices, wiring, system overload, fuses, and circuit breakers.

Wheels and Tires

Information on tire maintenance, inspection, rotation, and replacement.

Service and Maintenance

General Information

Maintenance Schedule

Provides a schedule for owner checks, services, and engine oil changes.

Additional Maintenance and Care

Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts

Lists recommended fluids, lubricants, and replacement parts for the vehicle.

Maintenance Replacement Parts

Technical Data

Vehicle Identification

Vehicle Data

Provides capacities and specifications for various vehicle systems like engine, fuel, and transmission.

OnStar

OnStar Overview

OnStar Services

Details emergency, security, navigation, connections, and diagnostic services.