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Buick REGAL 2011 User Manual

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In Brief . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .. . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . .1-4
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Keys, Doors and Windows . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . ..... . .2-9
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Front Seats . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . 3-4
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..3-27
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-40
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Information Displays . . . . . . . .. . 5-22
Vehicle Messages.. . . . . . . . . . . 5-25
Vehicle Personalization.. . . . . . 5-31
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . 6-4
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . ..7-7
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-14
Phone . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . 7-20
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . 8-4
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Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-16
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-24
Automatic Transmission . . . . . .9-25
Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . 9-29
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-30
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . .9-34
Cruise Control . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 9-39
Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-42
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-44
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-50
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-50
Vehicle Care . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . 10-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . .10-2
Vehicle Checks.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-30
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-31
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-35
Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-42
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-70
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-74
Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . .10-77
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
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Introduction iii

The names, logos, emblems, slogans, vehicle model names, and vehicle body designs appearing in this manual including, but not limited to, GM, the GM logo, BUICK, the BUICK Emblem, and REGAL are trademarks and/or service marks of General Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors.
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.
Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 20977758 C Third Printing
For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Buick Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual.
Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference.

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
©
2011 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved.

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.

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.
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Warning or Caution indicates a
hazard that could result in injury or death.
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.
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 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.
9 : Airbag Readiness Light # : Air Conditioning ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS)
% : Audio Steering Wheel Controls
or OnStar
®
$ : Brake System Warning Light " : 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
> : Safety Belt Reminders
7 : Tire Pressure Monitor
d : Traction Control
M : Windshield Washer Fluid
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In Brief

Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Trunk Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1-5
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 1-7
Safety Belts . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Sensing System for Passenger
Airbag . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . 1-9
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Windshield Wiper/Washer .... 1-10
Vehicle Features
Radio(s) . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13
Portable Audio Devices . . . . . . 1-13
Bluetooth
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . 1-14
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Navigation System . . . . . . . .. . . 1-15
Driver Information
Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . 1-16
Ultrasonic Parking Assist . . . . 1-16
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1-16
®
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control
System (TCS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
StabiliTrak
Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . 1-18
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . 1-18
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) . . . . . 1-19
Driving for Better Fuel
Economy .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
Roadside Assistance
Program . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . 1-19
OnStar
®
System . . . . . . . . . 1-18
®
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20
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Instrument Panel

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A. Exterior Lamp Controls on
page 6‑1.
Fog Lamps on page 6‑4.
Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6‑4.
B. Air Vents on page 8‑4.
C. Turn and Lane‐Change Lever.
See Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 6‑3.
Driver Information Center Buttons. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑22.
D. Cruise Control on page 9‑39.
E. Instrument Cluster on page 5‑8.
F. Horn on page 5‑2.
Driver Airbag. See Where Are the Airbags? on page 3‑29.
G. Driver Information Center
Display. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑22.
H. Steering Wheel Controls on
page 5‑2.
I. Windshield Wiper/Washer on
page 5‑3.
J. Infotainment on page 7‑1.
K. Traction Control System (TCS)
on page 9‑34/ StabiliTrak
®
System on page 9‑36 (If
Equipped).
Interactive Drive Control System on page 9‑38
(If Equipped).
L. Info Display. See Operation on
page 7‑4.
M. Power Door Locks on page 2‑5.
Hazard Warning Flashers on page 6‑3.
N. Ultrasonic Parking Assist on
page 9‑42.
O. Front Passenger Airbag. See
Where Are the Airbags? on page 3‑29.
P. Hood Release. See Hood on
page 10‑5.
Q. Data Link Connector (Out of
View). See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5‑13.
R. Instrument Panel Fuse Block on
page 10‑40.
Instrument Panel Storage on page 4‑1.
S. Steering Wheel Adjustment on
page 5‑2.
T. Ignition Positions on page 9‑17.
U. Heated Front Seats on
page 3‑8.
V. Storage Compartment.
W. Shift Lever. See Automatic
Transmission on page 9‑25 or Manual Transmission on page 9‑29.
X. Dual Automatic Climate Control
System on page 8‑1.
Y. Glove Box on page 4‑1.
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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.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

The RKE transmitter will work up to 20 m (65 ft) away from the vehicle.
Press the key release button to extend the key blade. The key can be used for the ignition and all locks.
K to unlock the driver door or
Press all doors.
Q to lock all doors.
Press
Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑31.
Press and hold trunk.
Press and release vehicle.
Press and hold two seconds to sound the panic alarm.
7 again to cancel the panic
Press alarm.
See Keys on page 2‑2 and Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2‑3.
V to open the
7 to locate the
7 for at least
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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 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 2‑4 for additional information.
Power Door Locks
The power door lock switch is located on the center of the instrument panel.
K : Press to unlock the doors. Q : Press to lock the doors.
See Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑31 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 2‑7 for additional information.

Windows

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 2‑12 for additional information.

Seat Adjustment

Manual Seats
A. Seatback Recline Lever
B. Height Adjustment Switch
C. Seat Position Handle
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To adjust the seat position:
1. Pull the handle (C) under the front of the seat cushion.
2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the handle.
3. Try to move the seat back and forth to be sure it is locked in place.
Press and hold the top or bottom of the switch (B) to raise or lower the seat. Release the switch when the desired height is reached.
To raise or recline the seatback, use the lever (A) on the outboard side of the seat. See Reclining Seatbacks on page 3‑6.
Power Seats
A. Power Seat Adjustment Control
B. Reclining Seatbacks
C. Lumbar Adjustment
To adjust a power seat, if equipped:
.
Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control (A) forward or rearward.
.
Raise or lower the front or rear part of the seat cushion by moving the front or rear of the control (A) up or down.
.
Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the control (A) up or down.
See Power Seat Adjustment on page 3‑5 for more information.
To raise or recline the seatback, tilt the top of the control (B) forward or rearward. See Reclining Seatbacks on page 3‑6.
Press the front or rear of the control (C) to increase or decrease lumbar support. See Lumbar Adjustment on page 3‑5.
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Heated Seats

Heated Front Seats
The buttons are on the climate control panel. To operate, the ignition must be on.
Press
M or L to heat the driver or
passenger seat cushion and seatback. Indicator lights on the climate control display show the temperature setting.
For more information see Heated Front Seats on page 3‑8.

Head Restraint Adjustment

Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.
To achieve a comfortable seating position, change the seatback recline angle as little as necessary while keeping the seat and the head restraint height in the proper position.
For more information see Head
Restraints on page 3‑2 and Seat Adjustment on page 3‑4.

Safety Belts

Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly.
.
Safety Belts on page 3‑11.
.
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 3‑14.
.
Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3‑18.
.
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3‑49.
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Sensing System for Passenger Airbag

The passenger sensing system turns off the right front passenger frontal airbag and the seat‐mounted side impact airbag under certain conditions. The driver airbags and roof‐rail airbags are not affected by the passenger sensing system. See
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5‑12 for more information.
The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the instrument panel when the vehicle is started.

Mirror Adjustment

Exterior Mirrors
Controls for the outside power mirrors are located on the driver door.
1. Turn the control knob to the L (left) or R (right) selecting the driver or passenger mirror.
2. Push the control knob to the left, right, up, or down to adjust the mirror.
See Power Mirrors on page 2‑11.
Interior Mirror
The vehicle has an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror. Automatic dimming reduces the glare from the headlamps of the vehicle behind you. The dimming feature and the indicator light come on each time the ignition is turned to start.
See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 2‑11.
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Steering Wheel Adjustment

To adjust the steering wheel:
1. Pull the lever down.
2. Move the steering wheel up, down, forward, and backward.
3. Pull the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place.
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.

Interior Lighting

Dome Lamps
The interior lamps control located in the overhead console controls both the front and rear interior lamps.
* : Turns the lamps off. 1 : Turns the lamps on when any
door is opened.
+ : Keeps the lamps on all
the time.
Reading Lamps
There are front and rear reading lamps.
The front reading lamps are located in the overhead console.
# $ : Press to turn each lamp on
or off.
The rear reading lamps are located in the headliner.
For more information about interior lamps, see:
.
Dome Lamps on page 6‑5.
.
Reading Lamps on page 6‑5.
.
Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6‑4.
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Exterior Lighting

The exterior lamp control is located on the instrument panel on the outboard side of the steering wheel.
O : Turns off the exterior lamps.
The knob returns to the AUTO position after it is released. Turn to off again to reactivate the AUTO mode.
In Canada, the headlamps will automatically reactivate once the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park).
AUTO: Automatically turns the exterior lamps on and off, depending on outside lighting.
The current status of the AUTO system is displayed in the Driver Information Center (DIC) display. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑22.
; : Turns on the parking lamps,
instrument panel lights, and other exterior lighting.
2 : Turns on the headlamps,
parking lamps, instrument panel lights, and other exterior lighting.
For more information, see:
.
Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6‑1.
.
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) on page 6‑2.
.
Fog Lamps on page 6‑4.

Windshield Wiper/Washer

The windshield wiper lever is on the side of the steering column.
2: Use for fast wipes.
1: Use for slow wipes.
& : Turn the band up for more
frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes.
9 : Use to turn the windshield
wipers off.
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3 : For a single wipe, briefly move
the wiper lever down. For several wipes, hold the wiper lever down.
Windshield Washer
Pull the windshield wiper lever to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers.
See Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5‑3.

Climate Controls

The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with these systems.
A. Air Conditioning
B. Driver and Passenger
Temperature Controls
C. Heated Seats
D. Air Delivery Modes
E. Climate Display
F. Defrost
G. Recirculation
H. Fan Controls
I. AUTO (Automatic Mode)
J. Rear Defogger
See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8‑1.
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Transmission

Automatic Transmission
P: Park
R: Reverse
N: Neutral
D: Drive
Manual Mode
Move the selector lever from D (Drive) to the left. Press the shift lever forward (+) to upshift or rearward (−) to downshift.
The selector lever can only be moved out of P (Park) when the ignition is on and the brake pedal is applied. To engage P (Park) or R (Reverse), push the release button.
See Automatic Transmission on page 9‑25.

Vehicle Features

Radio(s)

3 O
on and off. Turn to increase or decrease the volume.
RADIO/BAND: Press to choose between FM, AM, or XM™, if equipped.
Z : Turn to select radio
stations.
s © : Press to seek the previous
station or track.
¨ \ : Press to seek the next
station or track.
Buttons 1 to 6: Press to save and select favorite stations.
INFO: Press to show available information about the current station or track, or to display the time when the ignition is off.
For more information about these and other radio features, see Operation on page 7‑4.
: Press to turn the system
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Storing a Favorite Station
Stations from all bands can be stored in the favorite lists in any order. Up to six stations can be stored in each favorite page and the number of available favorite pages can be set.
To store the station to a position in the list, press the corresponding numeric button 1 to 6 until a beep is heard. The stored station will begin playback.
For more information, see “Storing a Station as a Favorite” in AM-FM Radio on page 7‑7.
Setting the Clock
Adjusting the Time
1. Press the CONFIG button and select Time and Date Settings.
2. Select Set Time.
3. Turn the the highlighted number.
4. Press the the next number.
Z knob to adjust
Z knob to select
5. To save the time and return to the Time Settings menu, press the BACK button at any time or
press the adjusting the minutes.
Setting the 12/24 Hour Format
1. Press the CONFIG button and select Time and Date Settings.
2. Highlight 12/24 Hour Format.
3. Press the the 12 hour or 24 hour display format.
For detailed instructions on setting the clock, see Clock on page 5‑5.
Z button after
Z button to select

Satellite Radio

Vehicles with an XM™ Satellite Radio tuner and a valid XM Satellite Radio subscription can receive XM programming.
XM Satellite Radio Service
XM is a satellite radio service based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces. XM
Satellite Radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial-free music, coast to coast, and in digital-quality sound. A fee is required to receive the XM service.
For more information refer to:
.
www.xmradio.com or call 1-800-929-2100 (U.S.).
.
www.xmradio.ca or call 1-877-438-9677 (Canada).
For more information, see Satellite Radio on page 7‑10.

Portable Audio Devices

Some vehicles have a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) auxiliary input and a USB port located in the center console. External devices such as iPods laptop computers, MP3 players, CD changers, and USB storage devices may be connected, depending on the audio system.
For more information, see Auxiliary Devices on page 7‑17.
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Bluetooth
The Bluetooth system allows users with a Bluetooth-enabled cell phone to make and receive hands-free calls using the vehicle audio system, microphone, and controls.
The Bluetooth-enabled cell phone must be paired with the in-vehicle Bluetooth system before it can be used in the vehicle. Not all phones will support all functions.
See Bluetooth (Overview) on
page 7‑20 or Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) on page 7‑21 or Bluetooth (Voice Recognition) on page 7‑23.
®

Steering Wheel Controls

For vehicles with audio steering wheel controls, some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel.
b / g : Press to interact with the
available Bluetooth, OnStar, or navigation system.
$ / i : Press to silence the
vehicle speakers only. Press again to turn the sound on. For vehicles with OnStar or Bluetooth systems, press to reject an incoming call, or to end a current call.
_ SRC ^ : Turn _ or ^ to select a
radio band or audio source.
Turn
_ or ^ to select the next or
previous favorite radio station, CD, or MP3 track.
Press SRC to change between radio and CD or DVD.
x −: Press + to increase or − to
+
decrease the volume.
For more information, see Steering Wheel Controls on page 5‑2.
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Cruise Control

The cruise control buttons are located on the steering wheel.
1 : Press to turn the cruise control
system on and off. An indicator light will turn on or off in the instrument panel cluster.
* : Press to disengage cruise
control without erasing the set speed from memory.
RES/+ : Move the thumbwheel up to make the vehicle resume to a previously set speed or to accelerate to a higher speed.
SET/−: Move the thumbwheel down to set a speed or to make the vehicle decelerate.
See Cruise Control on page 9‑39.

Navigation System

If the vehicle has a navigation system, there is a separate Navigation System Manual that includes information on the radio, audio players, and navigation system.
The navigation system provides detailed maps of most major freeways and roads. After a destination has been set, the system provides turn-by-turn instructions for reaching the destination. In addition, the system can help locate a variety of points of interest (POIs), such as banks, airports, restaurants, and more.
See the navigation system manual for more information.

Driver Information Center (DIC)

The DIC display is located in the center of the instrument panel cluster. It shows the status of many vehicle systems. The controls for the DIC are located on the turn signal lever.
SET/CLR: Press to set or clear the menu item when it is displayed.
w x : Use the thumbwheel to
scroll through the items in each menu.
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MENU: Press to get to the Trip/
Fuel Menu and the Vehicle Information Menu.
For more information, see Driver
Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑22.

Vehicle Personalization

Some vehicle features can be programmed by using the audio system controls. These features include:
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Climate and Air Quality
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Comfort and Convenience
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Collision/Detection Systems
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Language
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Lighting
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Power Door Locks
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Remote Lock/Unlock
See Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑31.

Ultrasonic Parking Assist

Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) uses sensors on the rear bumper to detect objects while parking the vehicle. It operates at speeds less than 8 km/h (5 mph). URPA uses audio beeps to provide distance and system information.
Keep the sensors on the vehicle's rear bumper clean to ensure proper operation.
The system can be disabled by pressing the park assist button located next to the radio.
See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 9‑42 for more information.

Power Outlets

The accessory power outlet can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone, an MP3 player, etc.
This outlet is located under the armrest inside the center console storage.
The vehicle may have a 110v power outlet located on the rear of the center floor console.
Open the protective cover to use the outlets.
See Power Outlets on page 5‑5.

Sunroof

On vehicles with a sunroof, the switch is located on the overhead console.
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The sunroof only operates when the ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY or in Retained Accessory Power (RAP). See
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9‑21 for more information.
To open or close the sunroof , press the open or close sunroof switch (A) to the first detent position. The safety function will stay enabled as long as the switch is operated.
To automatically open or close the sunroof with the safety function enabled, firmly press the open or close sunroof switch (A) to the second detent position and release. To stop the movement, press the switch once more.
To automatically tilt or close the sunroof with the safety function enabled, press the tilt open or close sunroof switch (B).
If an object is in the path of the sunroof while it is closing, the anti-pinch feature will detect the object and stop the sunroof from closing at the point of the obstruction. The sunroof will then return to the full-open or vent position.
The sunroof glass panel cannot be opened or closed if the vehicle has an electrical failure.
See Sunroof on page 2‑15 for more information.

Performance and Maintenance

Traction Control System (TCS)

The vehicle may have a traction control system that limits wheel spin. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started.
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To turn off traction control, press and release the TCS/StabiliTrak button, located on the instrument
panel.
i illuminates and the
appropriate DIC message is displayed. See Ride Control System Messages on page 5‑29.
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Press and release the TCS/ StabiliTrak button again to turn on traction control.
For more information, see Traction
Control System (TCS) on page 9‑34.
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StabiliTrak®System

The StabiliTrak system assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started.
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To turn off both traction control and StabiliTrak, press and hold the TCS/StabiliTrak button, located on the instrument panel,
until
i and g illuminate in the
instrument cluster and the appropriate DIC message is displayed. See Ride Control System Messages on page 5‑29.
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Press and release the TCS/ StabiliTrak button to turn on both systems.
For more information, see
StabiliTrak
®
System on page 9‑36.

Tire Pressure Monitor

This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
The TPMS warning light alerts you to a significant loss in pressure of one of the vehicle's tires. If the warning light comes on, stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the recommended pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑12. The warning light will remain on until the tire pressure is corrected.
During cooler conditions, the low tire pressure warning light may appear when the vehicle is first started and then turn off. This may be an early
indicator that the tire pressures are getting low and the tires need to be inflated to the proper pressure.
The TPMS does not replace normal monthly tire maintenance. It is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressures.
See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 10‑51.

Engine Oil Life System

The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message when it is time to change the engine oil and filter. The oil life system should be reset to 100% only following an oil change.
Resetting the Oil Life System
1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with the engine off.
2. Press the DIC menu button on the turn signal lever to enter the Vehicle Information Menu. Use
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the thumbwheel to scroll through the menu items until you reach REMAINING OIL LIFE.
3. Press the SET/CLR button to reset the oil life at 100%.
4. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF.
See Engine Oil Life System on page 10‑13.

Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)

Vehicles that have a FlexFuel badge and a yellow fuel cap can use either unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up to 85% ethanol (E85). See Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) on page 9‑47. For all other vehicles, use only the unleaded gasoline described under Recommended Fuel on page 9‑44.

Driving for Better Fuel Economy

Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible.
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Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly.
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Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops.
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Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time.
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When road and weather conditions are appropriate, use cruise control.
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Always follow posted speed limits or drive more slowly when conditions require.
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Keep vehicle tires properly inflated.
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Combine several trips into a single trip.
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Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size.
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Follow recommended scheduled maintenance.

Roadside Assistance Program

U.S.: 1-800-252-1112
TTY Users: 1-888-889-2438
Canada: 1-800-268-6800
As the owner of a new Buick, you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program.
See Roadside Assistance Program on page 13‑5 for more information.
Roadside Assistance and OnStar
If you have an active OnStar subscription, press the
and the current GPS location will be sent to an OnStar Advisor who will assess your problem, contact
Q button
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Roadside Assistance, and relay your exact location to get the help you need.
Online Owner Center
The Online Owner Center is a complimentary service that includes online service reminders, vehicle maintenance tips, online owner manual, special privileges, and more.
Sign up today at:
www.buickownercenter.com (U.S.) or www.gm.ca (Canada).
OnStar
For vehicles with an active OnStar subscription, OnStar uses several innovative technologies and live
®
Advisors to provide a wide range of safety, security, navigation, diagnostics, and calling services.
Automatic Crash Response
In a crash, built‐in sensors automatically alert an OnStar Advisor who is immediately connected to the vehicle to see if you need help.
How OnStar Service Works
Q : Push this blue button to
connect to a specially trained OnStar Advisor to verify your account information and to answer questions.
] : Push this red emergency
button to get priority help from specially trained OnStar Emergency Advisors.
X : Push this button for hands‐free,
voice‐activated calling and to give voice commands for Hands‐Free Calling and Turn‐by‐Turn Navigation.
Automatic Crash Response, Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, Roadside Assistance, Turn‐by‐Turn Navigation, and Hands‐Free Calling are available on most vehicles. Not all OnStar services are available on all vehicles. For more information, see the OnStar Owner's Guide; visit www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada); contact OnStar at 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1‐888‐466‐7827) or TTY
1‐877‐248‐2080; or push the button to speak with an OnStar Advisor 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
For a full description of OnStar services and system limitations, see the OnStar Owner's Guide in the glove box.
OnStar service is subject to the OnStar Terms and Conditions included in the OnStar Glove Box Kit.
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OnStar service requires wireless communication networks and the Global Positioning System (GPS) satellite network. Not all OnStar services are available everywhere or on all vehicles at all times.
OnStar service cannot work unless the vehicle is in a place where OnStar has an agreement with a wireless service provider for service in that area, and the wireless service provider has coverage, network capacity, reception, and technology compatible with OnStar service. Service involving location information about the vehicle cannot work unless GPS signals are available, unobstructed, and compatible with the OnStar hardware. The vehicle must have a working electrical system and adequate battery power for the OnStar equipment to operate. OnStar service may not work if the OnStar equipment is not properly installed or you have not maintained it even if the vehicle is in good working order and in compliance
with all government regulations. If you try to add, connect, or modify any equipment or software in the vehicle, OnStar service may not work. Other problems beyond OnStar's control may prevent service to you, such as hills, tall buildings, tunnels, weather, electrical system design and architecture of the vehicle, damage to important parts of the vehicle in a crash, or wireless phone network congestion or jamming.
See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13‑15 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-210/220/310.
OnStar Steering Wheel Controls
This vehicle may have a Talk/Mute button that can be used to interact with OnStar Hands-Free calling. See Steering Wheel Controls on page 5‑2 for more information.
On some vehicles, the Talk button can be used to dial numbers into voice mail systems, or to dial phone extensions. See the OnStar Owner's Guide for more information.
Your Responsibility
Increase the volume of the radio if the OnStar Advisor cannot be heard.
If the light next to the OnStar buttons is red, the system may not
be functioning properly. Push and request a vehicle diagnostic check. If the light appears clear (no light appears), your OnStar subscription has expired and all services have been deactivated.
Push
Q to confirm that the OnStar
equipment is active.
Q
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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
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Doors
Trunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . 2-7
Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . 2-9
Anti-theft Alarm System . . . . . . . 2-9
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . 2-9
Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . .. . 2-9
Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . .. . . . .. . . 2-11
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . .. . . . . .. 2-11
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2-11
Interior Mirrors
Automatic Dimming Rearview
Mirror . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . 2-11
Windows
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . 2-12
Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . .. . . 2-14
Roof
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . .. . . 2-15
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Keys and Locks

Keys

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Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. Children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the keys in the ignition and children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
The key that is part of the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter can be used for the ignition and all locks.
Press the button on the RKE transmitter to extend the key. Press the button and the key blade to retract the key.
See your dealer if a new key is needed.
Notice: If the keys get locked in the vehicle, it may have to be damaged to get them out. Always carry a spare key.
If you are locked out of the vehicle, see Roadside Assistance Program on page 13‑5.
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Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13‑15 for information
regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-210/220/310.
If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range:
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Check the distance. The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle.
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Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal.
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Check the transmitter's battery. See “Battery Replacement” later in this section.
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If the transmitter is still not working correctly, see your dealer or a qualified technician for service.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation

The RKE transmitter will work up to 20 m (65 ft) away from the vehicle.
There are other conditions which can affect the performance of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System on page 2‑3.
The following buttons are on the transmitter:
Q (Lock): Press to lock all doors.
The turn signal indicators may flash and/or the horn may sound to
indicate locking; see “Remote Lock Feedback” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑31.
The fuel door will be locked when the doors are locked.
If any door is open when pressed, all doors lock. These settings can be modified. See “Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑31.
Pressing theft-deterrent system. See
Anti-theft Alarm System on page 2‑9.
Q may also arm the
Q is
K (Unlock): Press to unlock the
driver door or all doors; see “Remote Door Unlock” under
Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑31. The turn signal
indicators flash to indicate unlocking has occurred. For more information see “Remote Unlock Light Feedback” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑31.
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Pressing K may also disarm the theft-deterrent system. See
Anti-theft Alarm System on page 2‑9.
V (Remote Trunk Release):
Press and hold trunk.
V to open the
7 (Vehicle Locator/Panic
Alarm): Press and release one time to locate the vehicle. The exterior lamps flash and the horn
chirps. Press and hold two seconds to sound the panic alarm. The horn sounds and the
turn signals flash until again, or the key is placed in the ignition and turned to ON/RUN.
7 for at least
7 is pressed
Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle
Only RKE transmitters programmed to this vehicle will work. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer. When the replacement transmitter is programmed to this vehicle, all remaining transmitters must also be reprogrammed. Any lost or stolen transmitters will no longer work once the new transmitter is programmed. See your dealer to have new transmitters programmed.
Battery Replacement
Replace the battery if the REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY message displays in the DIC. See “Replace Battery in Remote Key” under Key and Lock Messages on page 5‑29.
The battery is not rechargeable. See your dealer to replace the battery.

Door Locks

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Unlocked doors can be dangerous.
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Passengers, especially children, can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. The chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash is increased if the doors are not locked. So, all passengers should wear safety belts properly and the doors should be locked whenever the vehicle is driven.
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Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out. A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Always lock the vehicle whenever leaving it.
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