2011 Buick Regal Owner Manual M In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4 Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12 Performance and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17 Keys, Doors and Windows . . . 2-1 Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7 Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8 Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10 Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12 Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15 Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1 Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7 Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8 Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23 Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-36 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6 Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-21 Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-24 Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-29 Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1 Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1 Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5 Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6 Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1 Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7 Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-14 Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-19 Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1 Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1 Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3 Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1 Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2 Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-16 Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-23 Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-24 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-28 Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-31 Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-36 Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-38 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-40 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-46 Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-47 2011 Buick Regal Owner Manual M Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1 General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2 Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4 Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-28 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-28 Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-32 Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-38 Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-68 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-71 Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . 10-74 Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1 General Information . . . . . . . . . . 11-1 Scheduled Maintenance . . . . . . 11-2 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts . . . . . . . 11-6 Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . 11-9 Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1 Vehicle Identification . . . . . . . . . 12-1 Vehicle Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-2 Customer Information . . . . . . . 13-1 Customer Information . . . . . . . . 13-1 Reporting Safety Defects . . . . 13-12 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-14 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i-1 Introduction Motors of Canada Limited" for Buick Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual. Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference. GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, BUICK, the BUICK Emblem, and the name REGAL are registered trademarks of General Motors LLC. This manual describes features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle either because they are options that you did not purchase or due to changes subsequent to the printing of this owner manual. Please refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm each of the features found on your vehicle. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name "General iii Using this Manual To quickly locate information about the vehicle, use the Index in the back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found. Canadian Vehicle Owners Propriétaires Canadiens A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from: On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante: Helm, Incorporated P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 1-800-551-4123 Numéro de poste 6438 de langue française www.helminc.com Danger, Warnings, and Cautions Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them. Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death. Warning or Caution indicates a hazard that could result in injury or death. Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 20834696 A First Printing © 2010 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved. iv Introduction { WARNING These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people. Notice: This means there is something that could result in property or vehicle damage. This would not be covered by the vehicle's warranty. the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gauge, or indicator. M : This symbol is shown when you need to see your owner manual for additional instructions or information. * : This symbol is shown when you need to see a service manual for additional instructions or information. Vehicle Symbol Chart Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to the index. " : Charging System I : Cruise Control B : Engine Coolant Temperature O : Exterior Lamps # : Fog Lamps . : Fuel Gauge + : Fuses 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer j : LATCH System Child Restraints * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure } : Power / : Remote Vehicle Start > : Safety Belt Reminders 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor F : Traction Control M : Windshield Washer Fluid A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means "Do Not," "Do not do this," or "Do not let this happen." Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with or OnStar® 9 : Airbag Readiness Light # : Air Conditioning ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) g : Audio Steering Wheel Controls $: Brake System Warning Light In Brief 1-1 In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . 1-8 Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8 Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9 Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . 1-10 Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11 Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11 Performance and Maintenance Traction Control System (TCS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17 Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . 1-17 Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . 1-18 Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) . . . . . 1-18 Driving for Better Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18 Roadside Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19 OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19 Initial Drive Information Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trunk Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . Safety Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sensing System for Passenger Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 1-4 1-4 1-5 1-5 1-5 1-6 1-6 1-7 1-7 1-7 Vehicle Features Radio(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Portable Audio Devices . . . . . . Bluetooth® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . Navigation System . . . . . . . . . . . Driver Information Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ultrasonic Parking Assist . . . . Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12 1-13 1-13 1-13 1-14 1-14 1-14 1-15 1-15 1-15 1-16 1-16 1-2 In Brief Instrument Panel In Brief A. Exterior Lamp Controls on page 61. Fog Lamps on page 64. Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 65. B. Air Vents on page 83. C. Turn and LaneChange Lever. See Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 63. Driver Information Center Buttons. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 521. D. Cruise Control on page 936. E. Instrument Cluster on page 57. F. Horn on page 52. Driver Airbag. See Where Are the Airbags? on page 325. G. Driver Information Center Display. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 521. H. Steering Wheel Controls on page 52. I. J. L. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 53. AM-FM Radio on page 77. Power Door Locks on page 25. Hazard Warning Flashers on page 63. M. Traction Control System (TCS) on page 931. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) on page 933. Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 938. N. Front Passenger Airbag. See Where Are the Airbags? on page 325. O. Hood Release. See Hood on page 105. P. 1-3 Data Link Connector. See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 512. Q. Instrument Panel Fuse Block on page 1037. Instrument Panel Storage on page 41. R. Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 52. S. Ignition Positions on page 917. T. Heated Front Seats on page 36. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission on page 924. K. Info Display. U. Storage Compartment. V. W. Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 81. X. Glove Box on page 41. 1-4 In Brief Press 7 again to cancel the panic alarm. Press the button to extend the key. The key can be used for the ignition and all locks. See Keys on page 22 and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 23. Initial Drive Information This section provides a brief overview about some of the important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle. For more detailed information, refer to each of the features which can be found later in this owner manual. Door Locks Press K to unlock the driver door or all doors. Press To lock or unlock the door, use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or the key from outside the vehicle, and the door lock knob or switch from inside the vehicle. To unlock or lock the fuel door, use the RKE transmitter or the door lock switch from inside. From inside the vehicle, pull the door handle once to unlock it and a second time to open it. See Door Locks on page 24 for additional information. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter will work up to 20 m (65 ft) away from the vehicle. Q to lock all doors. V to open the 7 to locate the Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized. Press and hold trunk. Press and release vehicle. Press and hold 7 for at least two seconds to sound the panic alarm. In Brief Power Door Locks The power door lock switches are located on the center of the instrument panel. 1-5 Windows Seat Adjustment Manual Seats 1. Pull the handle under the seat to unlock the seat. 2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the handle. Try to move the seat to be sure it is locked in place. K: Q: Press to unlock the doors. Press to lock the doors. See Vehicle Personalization on page 529 for more information. Trunk Release To open the trunk, press V on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or press the touchpad under the vehicle emblem. See Trunk on page 27 for additional information. The power window switches are located on the driver door. Each passenger door has a switch that controls only that window. Press the switch to lower the window. Pull the front of the switch up to raise it. See Power Windows on page 212 for additional information. 1-6 In Brief To raise or recline the seatback, tilt the top of the control (B) forward or rearward. See Reclining Seatbacks on page 35. Press the front or rear of the control (C) to increase or decrease lumbar ...