Buick Regal Owner Manual - 2013 - crc - 11/5/12 Black plate (1,1) 2013 Buick Regal Owner Manual M In Brief . 1-1 Storage . 4-1 Climate Controls . 8-1 Instrument Panel . 1-2 Storage Compartments . 4-1 Climate Control Systems . 8-1 Initial Drive Information . 1-4 Additional Storage Features . 4-3 Air Vents . 8-6 Vehicle Features . 1-14 Maintenance . 8-6 eAssist Features . 1-19 Instruments and Controls . 5-1 Performance and Controls . 5-2 Driving and Operating . 9-1 Maintenance . 1-21 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Driving Information . 9-2 Indicators . 5-8 Starting and Operating . 9-14 Keys, Doors, and Information Displays . 5-24 Engine Exhaust . 9-26 Windows . 2-1 Vehicle Messages . 5-28 Automatic Transmission . 9-27 Keys and Locks . 2-1 Vehicle Personalization . 5-34 Manual Transmission . 9-30 Doors . 2-11 Universal Remote System . 5-39 Brakes . 9-31 Vehicle Security. 2-13 Ride Control Systems . 9-35 Exterior Mirrors . 2-15 Lighting . 6-1 Cruise Control . 9-41 Interior Mirrors . 2-16 Exterior Lighting . 6-1 Object Detection Systems . 9-43 Windows . 2-17 Interior Lighting . 6-4 Fuel . 9-45 Roof . 2-19 Lighting Features . 6-6 Towing. 9-51 Conversions and Add-Ons . 9-51 Seats and Restraints . 3-1 Infotainment System . 7-1 Head Restraints . 3-2 Introduction . 7-1 Vehicle Care . 10-1 Front Seats . 3-3 Radio . 7-9 General Information . 10-2 Rear Seats . 3-7 Audio Players . 7-15 Vehicle Checks . 10-3 Safety Belts . 3-8 Phone . 7-22 Headlamp Aiming . 10-29 Airbag System . 3-17 Trademarks and License Bulb Replacement . 10-30 Child Restraints . 3-29 Agreements . 7-34 Electrical System . 10-34 Wheels and Tires . 10-41 Buick Regal Owner Manual - 2013 - crc - 11/5/12 Black plate (2,1) 2013 Buick Regal Owner Manual M Jump Starting . 10-85 Technical Data . 12-1 Towing. 10-89 Vehicle Identification . 12-1 Appearance Care . 10-92 Vehicle Data . 12-2 Service and Maintenance . 11-1 Customer Information . 13-1 General Information . 11-1 Customer Information . 13-2 Maintenance Schedule . 11-3 Reporting Safety Defects . 13-17 Special Application Vehicle Data Recording and Services . 11-8 Privacy. 13-19 Additional Maintenance and Care . 11-9 OnStar . 14-1 Recommended Fluids, OnStar Overview. 14-1 Lubricants, and Parts . 11-12 OnStar Services . 14-2 Maintenance Records . 11-15 OnStar Additional Information . 14-5 Index . i-1 Buick Regal Owner Manual - 2013 - crc - 11/5/12 Black plate (3,1) Introduction iii This manual describes features that Canadian Vehicle Owners may or may not be on your specific vehicle either because they are Propriétaires Canadiens options that you did not purchase or A French language manual can be due to changes subsequent to the obtained from your dealer, at printing of this owner manual. www.helminc.com, or from: Please refer to the purchase The names, logos, emblems, documentation relating to your On peut obtenir un exemplaire de slogans, vehicle model names, and specific vehicle to confirm each of ce guide en français auprès du vehicle body designs appearing in the features found on your vehicle. concessionnaire ou à l'adresse this manual including, but not limited For vehicles first sold in Canada, savant: to, GM, the GM logo, BUICK, the substitute the name “General BUICK Emblem, and REGAL are Helm, Incorporated Motors of Canada Limited” for Buick trademarks and/or service marks of Attention: Customer Service Motor Division wherever it appears 47911 Halyard Drive General Motors LLC, its in this manual. subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors. Plymouth, MI 48170 Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference. Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 22771250 B Second Printing © 2012 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved. Buick Regal Owner Manual - 2013 - crc - 11/5/12 Black plate (4,1) iv Introduction Using this Manual Symbols { WARNING To quickly locate information about The vehicle has components and the vehicle, use the Index in the These mean there is something labels that use symbols instead of back of the manual. It is an that could hurt you or other text. Symbols are shown along with alphabetical list of what is in the people. the text describing the operation or manual and the page number where information relating to a specific it can be found. component, control, message, Notice: This means there is gauge, or indicator. something that could result in Danger, Warnings, and property or vehicle damage. This M : This symbol is shown when Cautions would not be covered by the you need to see your owner manual vehicle's warranty. for additional instructions or Warning messages found on vehicle information. labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or * : This symbol is shown when reduce them. you need to see a service manual for additional instructions or Danger indicates a hazard with a information. high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death. Warning or Caution indicates a A circle with a slash through it is a hazard that could result in injury or safety symbol which means “Do death. Not,”“Do not do this,” or “Do not let this happen.” Buick Regal Owner Manual - 2013 - crc - 11/5/12 Black plate (5,1) Introduction v Vehicle Symbol Chart B : Engine Coolant Temperature * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp Here are some additional symbols O : Exterior Lamps : : Oil Pressure that may be found on the vehicle g } and what they mean. For more : First Responder : Power information on the symbol, refer to # : Fog Lamps / : Remote Vehicle Start the Index. : Fuel Gauge > : Safety Belt Reminders : Airbag Readiness Light 9 + : Fuses 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor : Air Conditioning # 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak® ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) Changer M : Windshield Washer Fluid % : Audio Steering Wheel Controls ( : Heated Steering Wheel or OnStar® j : LATCH System Child $ : Brake System Warning Light Restraints " : Charging System I : Cruise Control Buick Regal Owner Manual - 2013 - crc - 11/5/12 Black plate (6,1) vi Introduction 2 NOTES Buick Regal Owner Manual - 2013 - crc - 11/5/12 Black plate (1,1) In Brief 1-1 In Brief Windshield Wiper/Washer . 1-11 Driver Efficiency Gauge . 1-20 Climate Controls . 1-12 Automatic Engine Start/Stop Transmission . 1-13 Feature . 1-20 Instrument Panel Regenerative Braking . 1-21 Instrument Panel . 1-2 Vehicle Features Battery . 1-21 Radio(s) . 1-14 Service . 1-21 Initial Drive Information Satellite Radio . 1-15 Initial Drive Information . 1-4 Portable Audio Devices . 1-15 Performance and Maintenance Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Bluetooth® . 1-16 Traction Control System . 1-4 Steering Wheel Controls . 1-16 System (TCS) . 1-21 Remote Vehicle Start . 1-4 Cruise Control . 1-16 StabiliTrak® System . 1-22 Door Locks . 1-5 Infotainment System . 1-17 Tire Pressure Monitor . 1-22 Trunk Release . 1-5 Driver Information Tire Sealant and Windows . 1-6 Center (DIC) . 1-17 Compressor Kit . 1-22 Seat Adjustment . 1-6 Vehicle Personalization . 1-17 Engine Oil Life System . 1-23 Heated Seats . 1-7 Ultrasonic Parking Assist . 1-18 Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) . 1-23 Head Restraint Adjustment . 1-8 Power Outlets . 1-18 Driving for Better Fuel Safety Belts . 1-8 Universal Remote System . 1-18 Economy . 1-23 Passenger Sensing System . 1-8 Sunroof . 1-18 Roadside Assistance Mirror Adjustment . 1-9 Program . 1-24 eAssist Features ® Steering Wheel Adjustment . 1-9 ® OnStar . 1-24 Interior Lighting . 1-9 eAssist Overview . 1-19 Exterior Lighting . 1-10 High Voltage Safety Information . 1-20 Buick Regal Owner Manual - 2013 - crc - 11/5/12 Black plate (2,1) 1-2 In Brief Instrument Panel Buick Regal Owner Manual - 2013 - crc - 11/5/12 Black plate (3,1) In Brief 1-3 1. Exterior Lamp Controls on 9. Windshield Wiper/Washer on 17. Hood Release. See Hood on page 6‑1. page 5‑3. page 10‑4. Fog Lamps on page 6‑4. 10. Keyless Ignition Button (If 18. Data Link Connector (Out of Instrument Panel Illumination Equipped). See Ignition View). See Malfunction Positions (Keyless Access) on Indicator Lamp on page 5 15. Control on page 6‑4. ‑ page 9‑17 or Ignition Positions 19. Instrument Panel Fuse Block 2. Air Vents on page 8‑6. (Key Access) on page 9 15. ‑ on page 10‑39. 3. Turn and Lane-Change Lever. 11. Infotainment on page 7‑1. See Turn and Lane-Change Instrument Panel Storage on 12. Traction Control System (TCS) page 4 1. Signals on page 6‑3. ‑ on page 9‑35 (If Equipped). 20. Steering Wheel Adjustment on Driver Information Center ® Buttons. See Driver Information StabiliTrak System on page 5‑2. page 9 36 (If Equipped). Center (DIC) on page 5‑24. ‑ 21. Ignition Positions (Keyless 13. Infotainment Display. Access) on page 9 17 or 4. Cruise Control on page 9‑41. ‑ 14. Power Door Locks on Ignition Positions (Key Access) 5. Instrument Cluster on page 5‑9. on page 9 15. page 2‑10. ‑ 6. Horn on page 5‑3. Hazard Warning Flashers on 22. Heated Front Seats on page 3 6. Driver Airbag. See Where Are page 6‑3. ‑ the Airbags? on page 3‑19. Passenger Sensing System on 23. Storage Compartment. 7. Driver Information Center page 3‑23. 24. Shift Lever. See Automatic Display. See Driver Information 15. Ultrasonic Parking Assist on Transmission on page 9‑27 or Center (DIC) on page 5‑24. Manual Transmission on page 9‑43. 8. Steering Wheel Controls on page 9‑30. 16. Front Passenger Airbag. See page 5‑2. Where Are the Airbags? on 25. Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8 1.