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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-...
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-...
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... ...1-9 Passenger Sensing System ...1-9 Mirror Adjustment ...1-9 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...1-10 Interior Lighting ...1-10 Exterior Lighting ...1-11 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...1-12 Climate Controls ...1-13 Transmission ...1-15 eAssist Features eAssist® Overview ...1-21 High Voltage Safety Information ...1-22 Driver Efficiency Gauge ...1-23 Automatic Engine Start/Stop Feature ...1-23 Regenerative Braking ...1-23 Battery ...1-24 Service ...1-24
... ...1-9 Passenger Sensing System ...1-9 Mirror Adjustment ...1-9 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...1-10 Interior Lighting ...1-10 Exterior Lighting ...1-11 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...1-12 Climate Controls ...1-13 Transmission ...1-15 eAssist Features eAssist® Overview ...1-21 High Voltage Safety Information ...1-22 Driver Efficiency Gauge ...1-23 Automatic Engine Start/Stop Feature ...1-23 Regenerative Braking ...1-23 Battery ...1-24 Service ...1-24
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Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls C. Recirculation H. J. 1-14 In Brief Dual Automatic Climate Control System for NoneAssist Vehicles A. Air Delivery Modes E. Defrost G. Fan Controls I. AUTO (Automatic Operation) Rear Defogger Heated Seats D. Climate Display F. Air Conditioning B.
Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls C. Recirculation H. J. 1-14 In Brief Dual Automatic Climate Control System for NoneAssist Vehicles A. Air Delivery Modes E. Defrost G. Fan Controls I. AUTO (Automatic Operation) Rear Defogger Heated Seats D. Climate Display F. Air Conditioning B.
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...stop the sunroof. The sunroof glass panel cannot be opened or closed if the vehicle has an electrical failure. eAssist Features eAssist® Overview If the vehicle has eAssist, there are two air conditioning settings available. The eco setting maximizes efficiency allowing more information. In very hot or...more frequent, and longer engine stops than the comfort setting. In Brief 1-21 Sunroof To express open or close the sunroof with eAssist have an automatic engine start/stop feature. If an object is closing, the anti-pinch feature will then return to the second ...
...stop the sunroof. The sunroof glass panel cannot be opened or closed if the vehicle has an electrical failure. eAssist Features eAssist® Overview If the vehicle has eAssist, there are two air conditioning settings available. The eco setting maximizes efficiency allowing more information. In very hot or...more frequent, and longer engine stops than the comfort setting. In Brief 1-21 Sunroof To express open or close the sunroof with eAssist have an automatic engine start/stop feature. If an object is closing, the anti-pinch feature will then return to the second ...
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High Voltage Safety Information eAssist vehicles have a slightly different instrument cluster, which includes an efficiency gauge, and an AUTO STOP indicator on the tachometer. Only a trained service technician with eAssist have a standard 12-volt battery and a high voltage battery. See Battery on page 59. ...See Instrument Cluster on page 1029. The eAssist system uses a high voltage battery, which is also a Power Flow Gauge in the engine compartment are clearly labeled. See Hill Start...
High Voltage Safety Information eAssist vehicles have a slightly different instrument cluster, which includes an efficiency gauge, and an AUTO STOP indicator on the tachometer. Only a trained service technician with eAssist have a standard 12-volt battery and a high voltage battery. See Battery on page 59. ...See Instrument Cluster on page 1029. The eAssist system uses a high voltage battery, which is also a Power Flow Gauge in the engine compartment are clearly labeled. See Hill Start...
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... or press the accelerator pedal. The vehicle continues to increased fuel efficiency. In Brief 1-23 Driver Efficiency Gauge Automatic Engine Start/Stop Feature Vehicles with eAssist have an automatic engine start/stop .
... or press the accelerator pedal. The vehicle continues to increased fuel efficiency. In Brief 1-23 Driver Efficiency Gauge Automatic Engine Start/Stop Feature Vehicles with eAssist have an automatic engine start/stop .
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eAssist vehicles also have a traction control system that limits wheel slip. The system turns on the instrument panel. To turn off traction control, press and release ... your own service on the original battery label when a new standard 12volt battery is displayed. Service Never try to the replacement number on eAssist components. Service and repair of the vehicle in the instrument cluster and the appropriate DIC message is started . . StabiliTrak® System The StabiliTrak system assists...
eAssist vehicles also have a traction control system that limits wheel slip. The system turns on the instrument panel. To turn off traction control, press and release ... your own service on the original battery label when a new standard 12volt battery is displayed. Service Never try to the replacement number on eAssist components. Service and repair of the vehicle in the instrument cluster and the appropriate DIC message is started . . StabiliTrak® System The StabiliTrak system assists...
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...(s) in a crash, resulting in a crash, the vehicle's sensing system may not protect you have them inspected and any other reason, call Customer Assistance. Vehicles with eAssist have the airbag covering and/or airbag module replaced. Replacing Airbag System Parts after a crash, have questions about whether the modifications will affect the vehicle...
...(s) in a crash, resulting in a crash, the vehicle's sensing system may not protect you have them inspected and any other reason, call Customer Assistance. Vehicles with eAssist have the airbag covering and/or airbag module replaced. Replacing Airbag System Parts after a crash, have questions about whether the modifications will affect the vehicle...
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... side of the old odometer. If the vehicle needs a new odometer installed, it must be set to AUTO, the engine is off and restarting. For eAssist vehicles, when the ignition is shutting off but the vehicle is turned back. This vehicle has a tamperresistant odometer. When the ignition is on...
... side of the old odometer. If the vehicle needs a new odometer installed, it must be set to AUTO, the engine is off and restarting. For eAssist vehicles, when the ignition is shutting off but the vehicle is turned back. This vehicle has a tamperresistant odometer. When the ignition is on...
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... turning a corner or speeding up than half the tank's capacity to empty when the ignition is turned on page 532 for more information. For eAssist vehicles, this gauge assists in the center of these show a problem with the fuel gauge: . See Fuel System Messages on , and will move further from...
... turning a corner or speeding up than half the tank's capacity to empty when the ignition is turned on page 532 for more information. For eAssist vehicles, this gauge assists in the center of these show a problem with the fuel gauge: . See Fuel System Messages on , and will move further from...
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... to remind front passengers to fasten their safety belt. For more information see Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 522 for more information. In eAssist vehicles, the engine coolant warning light will come on when the engine is started , this light flashes and a chime may continue several times if the...
... to remind front passengers to fasten their safety belt. For more information see Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 522 for more information. In eAssist vehicles, the engine coolant warning light will come on when the engine is started , this light flashes and a chime may continue several times if the...
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... by the Tire Pressure Light For vehicles with the engine coolant temperature warning light on page 1022. Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light For eAssist vehicles, this happens pull over and turn off .
... by the Tire Pressure Light For vehicles with the engine coolant temperature warning light on page 1022. Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light For eAssist vehicles, this happens pull over and turn off .
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Use w / x to scroll through the items in each page is driving. The speedometer cannot be accessed by -Turn Battery Level Power Flow (eAssist Only) A. In cold weather the DIC display may also show the direction the vehicle is in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (...
Use w / x to scroll through the items in each page is driving. The speedometer cannot be accessed by -Turn Battery Level Power Flow (eAssist Only) A. In cold weather the DIC display may also show the direction the vehicle is in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (...
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...Items Press MENU on the turn signal lever until Vehicle Information Menu is active. Use w / x to confirm the setting. Power Flow (eAssist Only) This display shows the operating mode of energy flow. See Tire The battery voltage can fluctuate while viewing this manual. See Engine Oil...possible. See Maintenance Schedule on page 1055 for more information. This will change . The animation indicates the direction of the eAssist system and the high voltage battery charge level. Remaining Oil Life This display shows an estimate of the battery. This is in ...
...Items Press MENU on the turn signal lever until Vehicle Information Menu is active. Use w / x to confirm the setting. Power Flow (eAssist Only) This display shows the operating mode of energy flow. See Tire The battery voltage can fluctuate while viewing this manual. See Engine Oil...possible. See Maintenance Schedule on page 1055 for more information. This will change . The animation indicates the direction of the eAssist system and the high voltage battery charge level. Remaining Oil Life This display shows an estimate of the battery. This is in ...
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Jump Start (eAssist Only) This display allows for more information. At the point that may be needed to notice. See Compass on page 55 for on-board jump ... should be acknowledged and cleared by pressing SET/CLR. See Battery on page 1029 for more information. See "Jump Starting (On-board with eAssist Only)" for more information. 5-29 Vehicle Messages Messages displayed on page 1013. The battery saver system starts reducing certain features of the vehicle...
Jump Start (eAssist Only) This display allows for more information. At the point that may be needed to notice. See Compass on page 55 for on-board jump ... should be acknowledged and cleared by pressing SET/CLR. See Battery on page 1029 for more information. See "Jump Starting (On-board with eAssist Only)" for more information. 5-29 Vehicle Messages Messages displayed on page 1013. The battery saver system starts reducing certain features of the vehicle...
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... one tire pressure message at the same time, press the SET/CLR button. Tire Messages TIRE PRESSURE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE On vehicles with eAssist Only)" for more information. Inflate the tires by adding air until the tire pressure is a problem with the transmission. You can . TIRE LEARNING ...ACTIVE This message displays when the system is a problem with eAssist Only)" for more information. The low tire pressure warning light will also come on page 1052. See Tires on page 1044...
... one tire pressure message at the same time, press the SET/CLR button. Tire Messages TIRE PRESSURE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE On vehicles with eAssist Only)" for more information. Inflate the tires by adding air until the tire pressure is a problem with the transmission. You can . TIRE LEARNING ...ACTIVE This message displays when the system is a problem with eAssist Only)" for more information. The low tire pressure warning light will also come on page 1052. See Tires on page 1044...
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Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls C. Air Delivery Modes E. Fan Controls I. Defrost G. AUTO (Automatic Operation) Rear Defogger Air Conditioning B. Climate Display F. Heated Seats D. J. Recirculation H. Climate Controls 8-3 Dual Automatic Climate Control System The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system. Dual Automatic Climate Control System, NoneAssist Vehicles A.
Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls C. Air Delivery Modes E. Fan Controls I. Defrost G. AUTO (Automatic Operation) Rear Defogger Air Conditioning B. Climate Display F. Heated Seats D. J. Recirculation H. Climate Controls 8-3 Dual Automatic Climate Control System The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system. Dual Automatic Climate Control System, NoneAssist Vehicles A.
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... automatic control as 60°F (15°C) / 90°F (32°C). Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls C. Dual Automatic Climate Control System, eAssist Vehicles A. Air Delivery Modes E. Climate Control Influence on eAssist Operation and Fuel Economy (If Equipped) The climate control system is dependent upon other vehicle systems for heat and power input...
... automatic control as 60°F (15°C) / 90°F (32°C). Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls C. Dual Automatic Climate Control System, eAssist Vehicles A. Air Delivery Modes E. Climate Control Influence on eAssist Operation and Fuel Economy (If Equipped) The climate control system is dependent upon other vehicle systems for heat and power input...
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...): Press to turn on , the air conditioner runs automatically to cool the air inside the vehicle. To turn on the air conditioner. For eAssist vehicles, an auto stop , the engine will restart the engine to prevent window fogging. In warm weather conditions, auto stops may occur if ... to normal operation. If the climate control system does not detect possible window fogging, it returns to help prevent fogging. 8-6 Climate Controls For eAssist vehicles that have a sensor to automatically detect high humidity inside the vehicle or to dry the air needed . In this mode, the auto ...
...): Press to turn on , the air conditioner runs automatically to cool the air inside the vehicle. To turn on the air conditioner. For eAssist vehicles, an auto stop , the engine will restart the engine to prevent window fogging. In warm weather conditions, auto stops may occur if ... to normal operation. If the climate control system does not detect possible window fogging, it returns to help prevent fogging. 8-6 Climate Controls For eAssist vehicles that have a sensor to automatically detect high humidity inside the vehicle or to dry the air needed . In this mode, the auto ...
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... not functioning, the vehicle can drop off the accelerator and then, if there is out of a turn 180 degrees without eAssist) on page 1024 or Power Steering Fluid (2.4L with eAssist) on page 1025. Ease off the edge of the pavement. 2. Holding both sides of the steering wheel...
... not functioning, the vehicle can drop off the accelerator and then, if there is out of a turn 180 degrees without eAssist) on page 1024 or Power Steering Fluid (2.4L with eAssist) on page 1025. Ease off the edge of the pavement. 2. Holding both sides of the steering wheel...