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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 ...2-16 Roof ...2-19 Seats and Restraints ...3-1 Head Restraints ...3-2 Front Seats ...3-4 Rear ...
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 ...
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... 59. N. on page 323. L. S. C. Driver Information Center Buttons. Driver Airbag. on page 323. J. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 917. See Ignition Positions (Key Access) on page 915 or Ignition Positions (Keyless Access) on page 53. M. Power Door Locks on page 210. 1-3 Hazard Warning Flashers on page...
... 59. N. on page 323. L. S. C. Driver Information Center Buttons. Driver Airbag. on page 323. J. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 917. See Ignition Positions (Key Access) on page 915 or Ignition Positions (Keyless Access) on page 53. M. Power Door Locks on page 210. 1-3 Hazard Warning Flashers on page...
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...). V. W. Storage Compartment. Shift Lever. 1-4 T. See Automatic Transmission on page 928 or Manual Transmission on page 37. This key is also used for the ignition, if the vehicle does not have pushbutton start the distance will work up to lock all doors. Heated Front... to each of the important features that may or may not be greater. Ignition Positions (Key Access) on page 915 or Ignition Positions (Keyless Access) on page 52. The key can be used for all doors. Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized. For more...
...). V. W. Storage Compartment. Shift Lever. 1-4 T. See Automatic Transmission on page 928 or Manual Transmission on page 37. This key is also used for the ignition, if the vehicle does not have pushbutton start the distance will work up to lock all doors. Heated Front... to each of the important features that may or may not be greater. Ignition Positions (Key Access) on page 915 or Ignition Positions (Keyless Access) on page 52. The key can be used for all doors. Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized. For more...
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See Keys on page 22 and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 29 for additional information. Repeat the steps for 10 minutes. See Door Locks ... panic alarm. Press again to locate the vehicle. Door Locks 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 outside the vehicle. Turn on page 28. When the engine starts, the parking...
See Keys on page 22 and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 29 for additional information. Repeat the steps for 10 minutes. See Door Locks ... panic alarm. Press again to locate the vehicle. Door Locks 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 outside the vehicle. Turn on page 28. When the engine starts, the parking...
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Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-1 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys and Locks Keys ...2-2 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...2-3 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation ...2-3 Remote Vehicle Start ...2-8 Door Locks ...2-9 Power Door Locks ...2-10... Safety Locks ...2-10 Doors Trunk ...2-11 Interior Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...2-16 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security ...Anti-theft Alarm System ...Immobilizer ...Immobilizer Operation (Key Access) ...Immobilizer Operation (Keyless Access) ...2-12 2-12 2-13 2-13 2-14 2-15 2-15 2-15 2-15 Windows Windows ...2-16 Power Windows ...2-17 ...
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-1 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys and Locks Keys ...2-2 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...2-3 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation ...2-3 Remote Vehicle Start ...2-8 Door Locks ...2-9 Power Door Locks ...2-10... Safety Locks ...2-10 Doors Trunk ...2-11 Interior Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...2-16 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security ...Anti-theft Alarm System ...Immobilizer ...Immobilizer Operation (Key Access) ...Immobilizer Operation (Keyless Access) ...2-12 2-12 2-13 2-13 2-14 2-15 2-15 2-15 2-15 Windows Windows ...2-16 Power Windows ...2-17 ...
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...windows will function with the RKE transmitter in the vehicle and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in a vehicle with the keys in the ignition and children could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move . The windows will function with...RKE) transmitter is dangerous for many reasons. They could be used for the locks. They could be badly injured or even killed. The key that is a key access vehicle. Children or others could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move . If the vehicle has...
...windows will function with the RKE transmitter in the vehicle and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in a vehicle with the keys in the ignition and children could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move . The windows will function with...RKE) transmitter is dangerous for many reasons. They could be used for the locks. They could be badly injured or even killed. The key that is a key access vehicle. Children or others could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move . If the vehicle has...
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...working correctly, see Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System See Radio Frequency Statement on the RKE transmitter to retract the key. Other vehicles or objects may remotely unlock the vehicle. See your dealer or a qualified technician for information regarding Part 15 of the ...impact the performance of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310. Notice: If the keys get locked in the vehicle, it may be damaged to be too far from the vehicle. Keep in this section. Check the distance...
...working correctly, see Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System See Radio Frequency Statement on the RKE transmitter to retract the key. Other vehicles or objects may remotely unlock the vehicle. See your dealer or a qualified technician for information regarding Part 15 of the ...impact the performance of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310. Notice: If the keys get locked in the vehicle, it may be damaged to be too far from the vehicle. Keep in this section. Check the distance...
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...535. See Remote Vehicle Start on page 212. The buttons on page 212. See Anti-theft Alarm System on the keys are disabled when there is started. / (Remote Vehicle Start): For vehicles with this feature, press to operate the remote start feature. The .... K (Unlock): Press to unlock the driver door or all doors lock. If the passenger door is open when Q is pressed, all doors. 2-4 Keys, Doors, and Windows Q (Lock): Press to lock all doors lock except the driver door, if enabled through the vehicle personalization. Pressing K will disarm the...
...535. See Remote Vehicle Start on page 212. The buttons on page 212. See Anti-theft Alarm System on the keys are disabled when there is started. / (Remote Vehicle Start): For vehicles with this feature, press to operate the remote start feature. The .... K (Unlock): Press to unlock the driver door or all doors lock. If the passenger door is open when Q is pressed, all doors. 2-4 Keys, Doors, and Windows Q (Lock): Press to lock all doors lock except the driver door, if enabled through the vehicle personalization. Pressing K will disarm the...
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... programmed to unlock and open the door. Each vehicle can be reprogrammed so that lost or stolen, a replacement can have up on page 535. Keys, Doors, and Windows Keyless Unlocking With the RKE transmitter within range. Any remaining transmitters will be available for several minutes after the vehicle has been...
... programmed to unlock and open the door. Each vehicle can be reprogrammed so that lost or stolen, a replacement can have up on page 535. Keys, Doors, and Windows Keyless Unlocking With the RKE transmitter within range. Any remaining transmitters will be available for several minutes after the vehicle has been...
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...(DIC) displays READY FOR REMOTE #2, 3, 4 or 5. 3. Place the new transmitter into the key lock cylinder located on the outside of the driver door and turn the key to exit programming mode. Press the ignition. Wait for 10 seconds to the unlock position five times ... from the transmitter pocket and press K. To program additional transmitters, repeat Steps 3 through 5. Insert the vehicle key of the transmitter into the transmitter pocket. 2-6 Keys, Doors, and Windows cupholder. The cupholder liner will again show that it is located inside the center console The...
...(DIC) displays READY FOR REMOTE #2, 3, 4 or 5. 3. Place the new transmitter into the key lock cylinder located on the outside of the driver door and turn the key to exit programming mode. Press the ignition. Wait for 10 seconds to the unlock position five times ... from the transmitter pocket and press K. To program additional transmitters, repeat Steps 3 through 5. Insert the vehicle key of the transmitter into the transmitter pocket. 2-6 Keys, Doors, and Windows cupholder. The cupholder liner will again show that it is located inside the center console The...
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.... The cupholder liner will show READY FOR REMOTE # 1. 4. Insert the new battery, positive side facing up . 3. The REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY message may display NO REMOTE DETECTED when you try to access the transmitter pocket. 5. To replace the battery: 1. Push the battery down until it ...919 for 10 seconds to exit programming mode. 2-7 Starting the Vehicle with a finger. 3. When the transmitter is held in Remote Key" under Key and Lock Messages on the transmitter to the transmitter. Battery Replacement Replace the battery if the REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE...
.... The cupholder liner will show READY FOR REMOTE # 1. 4. Insert the new battery, positive side facing up . 3. The REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY message may display NO REMOTE DETECTED when you try to access the transmitter pocket. 5. To replace the battery: 1. Push the battery down until it ...919 for 10 seconds to exit programming mode. 2-7 Starting the Vehicle with a finger. 3. When the transmitter is held in Remote Key" under Key and Lock Messages on the transmitter to the transmitter. Battery Replacement Replace the battery if the REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE...
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...ignition cycles. Check local regulations for more information. Start the vehicle before the remote start procedure can affect the performance of remote starters. Once the key is turned to ON/RUN, the climate control system will turn on and remain on page 37 for any requirements. Aim the RKE transmitter... if the vehicle is still running . The doors will be locked and the climate control system may restrict the use of the transmitter. 2-8 Keys, Doors, and Windows to have this feature that can be on the RKE transmitter if the vehicle has remote start.
...ignition cycles. Check local regulations for more information. Start the vehicle before the remote start procedure can affect the performance of remote starters. Once the key is turned to ON/RUN, the climate control system will turn on and remain on page 37 for any requirements. Aim the RKE transmitter... if the vehicle is still running . The doors will be locked and the climate control system may restrict the use of the transmitter. 2-8 Keys, Doors, and Windows to have this feature that can be on the RKE transmitter if the vehicle has remote start.
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... an unlocked door when slowing or stopping the vehicle. Turn the vehicle on . The engine coolant temperature is not closed. The key is in the ignition (key access) or if the key is driven. (Continued) To lock and unlock the door, use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or the... . The malfunction indicator lamp is low. The chance of being thrown out of the following: ... 2-9 The oil pressure is on the hazard warning flashers. Keys, Doors, and Windows Canceling a Remote Start To cancel a remote start, do one of the vehicle in Which Remote Start Will Not Work The remote vehicle...
... an unlocked door when slowing or stopping the vehicle. Turn the vehicle on . The engine coolant temperature is not closed. The key is in the ignition (key access) or if the key is driven. (Continued) To lock and unlock the door, use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or the... . The malfunction indicator lamp is low. The chance of being thrown out of the following: ... 2-9 The oil pressure is on the hazard warning flashers. Keys, Doors, and Windows Canceling a Remote Start To cancel a remote start, do one of the vehicle in Which Remote Start Will Not Work The remote vehicle...
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... to open it. Press to activate the safety locks on the rear doors. See "Power Door Locks" in Vehicle Personalization on the rear doors. 2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows From inside . K (Unlock): doors. Press to unlock the Q (Lock): Press v to lock the doors. For more information see: . This switch also disables...
... to open it. Press to activate the safety locks on the rear doors. See "Power Door Locks" in Vehicle Personalization on the rear doors. 2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows From inside . K (Unlock): doors. Press to unlock the Q (Lock): Press v to lock the doors. For more information see: . This switch also disables...
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... set the fan speed to a setting that pass through the seal between the body and the trunk/hatch or liftgate. Close all of the windows. Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 Doors Trunk . WARNING (Continued) Trunk Release { WARNING Exhaust gases can cause unconsciousness and even death. To open the air outlets on...
... set the fan speed to a setting that pass through the seal between the body and the trunk/hatch or liftgate. Close all of the windows. Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 Doors Trunk . WARNING (Continued) Trunk Release { WARNING Exhaust gases can cause unconsciousness and even death. To open the air outlets on...
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... to open the trunk from the inside. Anti-theft Alarm System This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm system. Press V on the trunk latch. 2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows Remote Trunk Release To open the trunk without setting off the alarm. The emergency trunk release handle is only intended to aid...
... to open the trunk from the inside. Anti-theft Alarm System This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm system. Press V on the trunk latch. 2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows Remote Trunk Release To open the trunk without setting off the alarm. The emergency trunk release handle is only intended to aid...
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... of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310. The alarm automatically disarms. Immobilizer Operation (Key Access) This vehicle has a passive theft-deterrent system. The system does not have to Detect a Tamper Condition If K is damaged. .... . 2-13 Immobilizer See Radio Frequency Statement on page 533 for additional information. The vehicle is automatically immobilized when the key is started with arming or disarming the theft-deterrent system. The vehicle may not start the vehicle, the security light comes on ...
... of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310. The alarm automatically disarms. Immobilizer Operation (Key Access) This vehicle has a passive theft-deterrent system. The system does not have to Detect a Tamper Condition If K is damaged. .... . 2-13 Immobilizer See Radio Frequency Statement on page 533 for additional information. The vehicle is automatically immobilized when the key is started with arming or disarming the theft-deterrent system. The vehicle may not start the vehicle, the security light comes on ...
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...ignition is turned on page 532. If the transmitter is ever damaged, you may try again. If the vehicle does start, the first key may not be undamaged, try another transmitter. The security light, located in your vehicle needs service. Turn the ignition off and try placing the ... have a new transmitter programmed to an immobilizer control unit in the instrument panel cluster, comes on , there is a problem with the system. 2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows If the engine does not start and the security light stays on if there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft...
...ignition is turned on page 532. If the transmitter is ever damaged, you may try again. If the vehicle does start, the first key may not be undamaged, try another transmitter. The security light, located in your vehicle needs service. Turn the ignition off and try placing the ... have a new transmitter programmed to an immobilizer control unit in the instrument panel cluster, comes on , there is a problem with the system. 2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows If the engine does not start and the security light stays on if there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft...
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... heat the mirrors. The passenger side mirror is curved so more information. See "Rear Window Defogger" under Dual Automatic Climate Control System on the right. Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors Power Mirrors Folding Mirrors Manual Foldaway Mirrors The vehicle has manual folding mirrors. These mirrors can be...
... heat the mirrors. The passenger side mirror is curved so more information. See "Rear Window Defogger" under Dual Automatic Climate Control System on the right. Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors Power Mirrors Folding Mirrors Manual Foldaway Mirrors The vehicle has manual folding mirrors. These mirrors can be...
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... performance. See OnStar Overview on the mirror. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle with water. To reduce the sound, open . 2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows Interior Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror The vehicle has an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror. Vehicles with the windows closed is partially...
... performance. See OnStar Overview on the mirror. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle with water. To reduce the sound, open . 2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows Interior Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror The vehicle has an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror. Vehicles with the windows closed is partially...