Regal Owner’s Manual
Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . 28
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Instruments and Controls . . . . . . 116
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . 168
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . 176
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
Service and Maintenance . . . . . 332
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346
Customer Information . . . . . . . . . 350
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . 360
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 364
Connected Services . . . . . . . . . . . 372
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 376
2Introduction
Introduction
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.
For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Company” for Buick Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual.
This manual describes features that may or may not be on the vehicle because of optional equipment that was not purchased on the vehicle, model variants, country specifications, features/applications that may not be available in your region, or changes subsequent to the printing of this owner’s manual.
Refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm the features.
Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference.
Canadian Vehicle Owners
A French language manual can be obtained from your dealer, at www.helminc.com, or from:
Propriétaires Canadiens
On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante:
Helm, Incorporated
Attention: Customer Service
47911 Halyard Drive
Plymouth, MI 48170
USA
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.
Litho in U.S.A. |
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Part No. 84221878 A First Printing |
General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved. |
Introduction 3
Danger, Warning, and
Caution
Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them.
{Danger
Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death.
{Warning
Warning indicates a hazard that could result in injury or death.
Caution
Caution indicates a hazard that could result in property or vehicle damage.
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 : Shown when the owner’s manual has additional instructions or information.
* : Shown when the service manual has additional instructions or information.
0 : Shown when there is more
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Vehicle Symbol Chart
Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean. See the features in this manual for information.
u : Air Conditioning System
G : Air Conditioning Refrigerant Oil
9 : Airbag Readiness Light
! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) $ : Brake System Warning Light
9: Dispose of Used Components Properly
P: Do Not Apply High Pressure Water
B : Engine Coolant Temperature
_ : Flame/Fire Prohibited
H : Flammable
[: Forward Collision Alert
R: Fuse Block Cover Lock Location
+ : Fuses
j : ISOFIX/LATCH System Child Restraints
4Introduction
Q: Keep Fuse Block Covers
Properly Installed
|: Lane Change Alert
@ : Lane Departure Warning
A : Lane Keep Assist
* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp
: : Oil Pressure
X: Park Assist
~ : Pedestrian Ahead Indicator
O : Power
7: Rear Cross Traffic Alert
I : Registered Technician
/ : Remote Vehicle Start
> : Seat Belt Reminders
I : Side Blind Zone Alert
h : Stop/Start
7 : Tire Pressure Monitor
d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak/
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
a : Under Pressure
V: Vehicle Ahead Indicator
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In Brief
Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Initial Drive Information
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . . . 8
Stop/Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Memory Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Heated and Ventilated Seats . . . 13
Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 14
Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Passenger Sensing System . . . 14
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . 16
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . 17
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Vehicle Features
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . 20
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Driver Information
Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Forward Automatic
Braking (FAB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . . 22
Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . . 22
Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . 23
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Park Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Universal Remote System . . . . . 24
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . . . 25 Fuel (2.0L Turbo Engine) . . . . . . 26 Fuel (3.6L Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 E85 or FlexFuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
. . . . 26
Driving for Better Fuel
Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Roadside Assistance
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
6In Brief
Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel Overview
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1.Air Vents 0 174.
2.Turn and Lane-Change Signals 0 163.
3.Instrument Cluster 0 124.
Driver Information Center (DIC) Display. See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 142.
4.Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 117.
5.Hazard Warning Flashers 0 163.
6.Light Sensor. See Automatic Headlamp System 0 161.
7.Infotainment 0 168.
8.Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 203.
9.Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 169.
10.Transmitter Pocket. See
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 29.
11.Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 227
(If Equipped).
Park Assist Button (If Equipped). See Driver Assistance Systems 0 215.
Selective Ride Control (GS Models Only) 0 204.
12.Wireless Charging 0 120 (If Equipped).
13.Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission 0 196.
14.Electric Parking Brake 0 200.
15.ENGINE START/STOP Button (Out of View). See Ignition Positions 0 188.
16.Steering Wheel Controls 0 117.
Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls. See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 142.
17.Horn 0 117.
18.Steering Wheel Adjustment
0 117 (Out of View).
19.Cruise Control 0 206 (If Equipped).
Adaptive Cruise Control 0 208
(If Equipped).
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 219 (If Equipped).
Heated Steering Wheel 0 117
(If Equipped).
20.Hood Release. See Hood
0 245.
21.Exterior Lamp Controls 0 160.
Fog Lamps 0 163.
22.Instrument Panel Fuse Block Cover. See Instrument Panel Fuse Block 0 274.
23.Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). See Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) 0 134.
24.Head-Up Display (HUD) 0 147
(If Equipped).
25.Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 164.
8In Brief
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’s manual.
Stop/Start System
This vehicle has a Stop/Start system to shut off the engine to help conserve fuel. It has components designed for the increased number of starts.
When the brakes are applied and the vehicle is at a complete stop, the engine may turn off. When stopped, the tachometer displays AUTO STOP. See Tachometer
0 128. When the brake pedal is released or the accelerator pedal is pressed, the engine will restart. See
Starting the Engine 0 189.
Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System
With Remote Start and Power
Liftgate Shown
The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter may work up to 60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle.
K : Press to unlock the driver door and the fuel door. Press again within five seconds to unlock all doors and the liftgate. The RKE transmitter can be programmed to unlock all doors on the first button press. See
Vehicle Personalization 0 151.
Q : Press to lock all doors, the fuel door, and the liftgate.
7 : Press and release one time to initiate the vehicle locator. The exterior lamps flash and the horn chirps three times.
Press and hold 7 for at least three seconds to sound the panic alarm. The horn sounds and the turn signals flash for about
30 seconds or until 7 is pressed again or the vehicle is started.
/ : If equipped, press and release Q and then immediately press and
hold / for at least four seconds to start the engine from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start 0 35.
b: If equipped, press twice to open the liftgate.
See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation 0 29.
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Remote Vehicle Start
If equipped, the engine can be started from outside of the vehicle.
Starting the Vehicle
1.Press and release Q on the RKE transmitter.
2.Immediately press and hold / for at least four seconds or until the turn signal lamps flash.
Start the vehicle normally after entering.
When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn on.
Remote start can be extended.
Canceling a Remote Start
To cancel a remote start, do one of the following:
.Press and hold / until the parking lamps turn off.
.Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
. Turn the vehicle on and then off.
See Remote Vehicle Start 0 35.
Door Locks
To lock or unlock the door from outside the vehicle:
.Press Q or K on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
.Use Keyless Access.
.Use the key. The key lock cylinder is covered with a cap. See Door Locks 0 37.
From inside the vehicle pull once on the door handle to unlock it. Pulling the door handle again unlatches it.
Pushing down the manual lock knob on the driver door will lock all doors. Pushing down the manual lock knob on a passenger door will lock that door only.
See Door Locks 0 37.
Power Door Locks
K : Press to unlock the doors.
Q : Press to lock the doors. The indicator light in the switch will illuminate when activated.
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Liftgate
To unlock the liftgate, press K on the power door lock switch or press K on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter twice to unlock all doors and the liftgate. Press the emblem on the end of the liftgate to open the liftgate. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 29.
Use the handle to lower and close the liftgate.
Power Liftgate Operation
If equipped with a power liftgate, the switch is on the driver door. The vehicle must be in P (Park).
Choose the power liftgate mode by selecting MAX or 3/4. Press 8. The driver door must be unlocked. On the RKE transmitter press b twice quickly until the liftgate starts moving.
Press any liftgate button while the liftgate
again
To close, press lon the opposite side of the liftgate from the pull cup.
To disable the power liftgate function, select OFF on the liftgate switch. See Liftgate 0 41.
Windows
{Warning
Children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window. Never leave the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter in a vehicle with children. When there are children in the rear seat, use the window lockout switch to prevent operation of the windows. See
Keys 0 28.
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The power windows work when the ignition is on, in ACC/ACCESSORY, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 193.
Using the window switch, press to open or pull to close the window.
The windows may be temporarily disabled if they are used repeatedly within a short time.
See Power Windows 0 53.
Seat Adjustment
Manual Seats
{Warning
You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a driver seat while the vehicle is moving. Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving.
To adjust a manual seat:
1. Pull up on the handle at the
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.
Seat Height Adjuster
If available, move the lever up or down to manually raise or lower the seat.
See Seat Adjustment 0 60.
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Reclining Seatbacks
To recline a manual seatback:
1.Lift the lever.
2.Move the seatback to the desired position, and then release the lever to lock the seatback in place.
3.Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.
To return the seatback to the upright position:
1.Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback will return to the upright position.
2.Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.
See Reclining Seatbacks 0 63.
Power Seats
To adjust a power seat, if equipped:
.Move the seat forward or forward
.Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down.
.Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the rear of the control up or down.
See Power Seat Adjustment 0 61.
Power Reclining Seatbacks
.Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline.
.Tilt the top of the control forward to raise.
See Reclining Seatbacks 0 63.
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Memory Features
If equipped, memory seats allow two drivers to save and recall their unique seat positions for driving the vehicle. Other feature positions may also be saved, such as power mirrors and power steering wheel,
if equipped. Memory positions are linked to RKE transmitter 1 or 2 for automatic memory recalls.
Before saving, adjust all available memory feature positions. Turn the ignition on and then press and release MEM; a beep will sound. Then immediately press and hold 1 or 2 until two beeps sound. To
manually recall these positions, press and hold 1 or 2 until the saved position is reached.
When Seat Entry Memory is enabled in the personalization menu, positions previously saved to memory buttons 1 and 2 are recalled when the ignition is changed from off to on or ACC/ ACCESSORY.
When Seat Exit Memory is enabled in the personalization menu, the feature automatically moves the driver seat rearward when exiting the vehicle.
Memory adjustments may not be available upon delivery or after service until steps in “Saving Memory Positions” section are performed. See Memory Seats 0 64.
Heated and Ventilated
Seats
If equipped, the buttons are near the climate controls on the center stack. To operate, the engine must be running.
Press M or L to heat the driver or passenger seat cushion.
Press Cor { to ventilate the driver or passenger seat.
Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of the button, the seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to
14 In Brief
the off setting. The indicator lights next to the buttons indicate three for the highest setting and one for the lowest. If the heated seats are on high, the level may automatically be lowered after approximately
30 minutes.
See Heated and Ventilated Front
Seats 0 67.
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.
See Head Restraints 0 58 and Power Seat Adjustment 0 61.
Seat Belts |
Passenger Sensing |
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System |
Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use seat belts properly:
.Seat Belts 0 71
.How to Wear Seat Belts Properly 0 72
.Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 74
.Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 97
The passenger sensing system turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag under certain conditions. No other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system. See
Passenger Sensing System 0 84.
The passenger airbag status indicator will light on the overhead console when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 133.
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Mirror Adjustment |
Exterior Mirrors |
Folding Mirrors |
Interior Mirrors
Adjustment
Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind your vehicle.
Automatic Dimming Rearview
Mirror
The mirror automatically dims to reduce the glare of headlamps from behind. The dimming feature comes on when the vehicle is started. See
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 0 52.
To adjust a mirror:
1.Press } or | to select the driver or passenger mirror.
2.Press the arrows on the control pad to move the selected mirror in the desired direction.
See Power Mirrors 0 51.
The outside mirrors can be folded inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position.
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Steering Wheel
Adjustment
To adjust the steering wheel:
1.Pull the lever down.
2.Move the steering wheel up or down.
3.Pull or push the steering wheel closer or away from you.
4.Pull the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place.
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.
Interior Lighting
Dome Lamps
The dome lamp controls are in the overhead console.
To operate, press the following buttons:
jOFF : Press to turn off the dome lamps when a door is open. An indicator light on the button will turn on when the dome lamp
override is activated. Press j OFF again to deactivate this feature
and the indicator light will turn off. The dome lamps will come on when doors are opened.
+ ON/OFF : Press to turn the dome lamps on manually.
Reading Lamps
There are front and rear reading lamps.
The front reading lamps are in the overhead console.
Press the lamp lenses to turn the front reading lamps on or off.
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Rear Reading Lamps
The rear reading lamps are in the headliner either over the rear seats or over the rear doors.
Press the lamp lenses to turn the rear reading lamps on or off.
For more information on interior lighting, see Interior Lighting 0 16.
Exterior Lighting
The exterior lamp control is on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column.
There are four positions.
O : Turns the exterior lamps off and deactivates the AUTO mode. Turn
to O again to reactivate the AUTO mode.
In Canada, the headlamps will automatically reactivate when the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park).
AUTO : Turns the exterior lamps on and off automatically depending on outside lighting.
; : Turns on the parking lamps including all lamps, except the headlamps.
5 : Turns on the headlamps together with the parking lamps and instrument panel lights.
See:
.Exterior Lamp Controls 0 160.
.Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) 0 161.
Windshield Wiper/Washer
With the ignition on or in ACC/ ACCESSORY, move the windshield wiper lever to select the wiper speed.
HI : Use for fast wipes.
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LO : Use for slow wipes.
INT : Use for intermittent wipes. To adjust wipe frequency, turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes.
OFF : Use to turn the wipers off.
1x : For a single wipe, briefly move the wiper lever down. For several wipes, hold the wiper lever down.
f: Pull the windshield wiper lever toward you to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers.
See Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 117.
Rear Window Wiper/Washer
If equipped, turn the end of the windshield wiper lever to operate the rear window wiper/washer.
OFF : Turns the system off.
INT : Intermittent wipes.
ON : Slow wipes.
1: Push the windshield wiper lever forward to spray washer fluid on the rear window. The lever automatically returns to its original position when released.
See Rear Window Wiper/Washer 0 118.
Climate Controls
Dual Automatic Climate
Control System
The climate control buttons on the center stack and on the climate control display are used to adjust the heating, cooling, and ventilation.
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Center Stack Climate Controls |
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Driver and Passenger |
6. |
MAX Defrost |
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Temperature Displays |
7. |
Recirculation |
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2. |
Driver and Passenger |
8. |
Rear Window Defogger and |
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Temperature Controls |
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Heated Outside Mirrors |
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3. |
Driver and Passenger Heated |
9. |
ON/OFF (Power) |
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and Ventilated Seats (If |
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10. |
AUTO (Automatic Operation) |
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Equipped) |
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4.Fan Controls
5.CLIMATE
Climate Control Display
1.Outside Temperature Display
2.Fan Control
3.Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls
4.Sync (Synchronized Temperature)
5.Recirculation
6.Air Delivery Mode Control
7.Auto (Automatic Operation)
8.A/C (Air Conditioning)
9.On/Off (Power)
20 In Brief
See Dual Automatic Climate Control
System 0 169.
Transmission
Manual Mode
Driver Shift Control (DSC) allows you to shift an automatic transmission similar to a manual transmission. To use the DSC feature:
1.Move the shift lever to the left from D (Drive) into the side gate marked with (+) and (−).
2.Move the shift lever forward to upshift or rearward to downshift.
See Automatic Transmission 0 196
and Manual Mode 0 198.
Vehicle Features
Infotainment System
See the infotainment manual for information on the radio, audio players, phone, navigation system, and voice or speech recognition. It also includes information on settings.
Steering Wheel Controls
The infotainment system can be operated by using the steering wheel controls. See “Steering Wheel Controls” in the infotainment manual.
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Cruise Control
5 : Press to turn cruise control on or off. A white indicator comes on in the instrument cluster.
RES+ : If there is a set speed in memory, press the control up briefly to resume to that speed or press and hold to accelerate. If cruise control is already engaged, use to increase vehicle speed.
SET− : Press the control down briefly to set the speed and activate cruise control. If cruise control is already engaged, use to decrease vehicle speed.
* : Press to disengage cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory.
See Cruise Control 0 206 and Adaptive Cruise Control 0 208 (if equipped).
Driver Information
Center (DIC)
The DIC display is in the instrument cluster. It shows the status of many vehicle systems.
y or z : Press to move up or down in a list.
S or T: Press to move between the interactive display zones in the cluster.
V : Press to open a menu or select a menu item. Press and hold to reset values on certain screens.
See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 142.
22 In Brief
Forward Collision Alert
(FCA) System
If equipped, FCA may help avoid or reduce the harm caused by front-end crashes. FCA provides a
green indicator, V, when a vehicle is detected ahead. This indicator displays amber if you follow a vehicle much too closely. When approaching a vehicle ahead too quickly, FCA provides a red flashing alert on the windshield and rapidly beeps.
See Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
System 0 219.
Forward Automatic
Braking (FAB)
If the vehicle has Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), it also has FAB, which includes Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA). When the system detects a vehicle ahead in your path that is traveling in the same direction that you may be about to crash into, it can provide a boost to braking or automatically brake the
vehicle. This can help avoid or lessen the severity of crashes when driving in a forward gear.
See Forward Automatic Braking (FAB) 0 221.
Front Pedestrian Braking
(FPB) System
If equipped, the FPB system may help avoid or reduce the harm caused by front-end crashes with nearby pedestrians when driving in a forward gear. FPB displays an
amber indicator, ~, when a nearby pedestrian is detected directly ahead. When approaching a detected pedestrian too quickly, FPB provides a red flashing alert on the windshield and rapidly beeps. FPB can provide a boost to braking or automatically brake the vehicle.
See Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB)
System 0 222.
Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
If equipped, LKA may help avoid crashes due to unintentional lane departures. It may assist by gently turning the steering wheel if the vehicle approaches a detected lane marking without using a turn signal in that direction. It may also provide a Lane Departure Warning (LDW) alert as the lane marking is crossed. The system will not assist or alert if it detects that you are actively steering. Override LKA by turning the steering wheel. LKA uses a camera to detect lane markings between 60 km/h (37 mph) and
180 km/h (112 mph).
See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) 0 227 and Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 227.
Lane Change Alert (LCA)
If equipped, the LCA system is a lane-changing aid that assists drivers with avoiding lane change crashes that occur with moving vehicles in the side blind zone (or spot) areas or with vehicles rapidly
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approaching these areas from behind. The LCA warning display will light up in the corresponding outside mirror and will flash if the turn signal is on. The Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) system is included as part of the LCA system.
See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) 0 225 and Lane Change Alert (LCA) 0 225.
Rear Vision
Camera (RVC)
RVC displays a view of the area behind the vehicle on the infotainment display when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse) to aid with parking and low-speed backing maneuvers.
See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 216.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
(RCTA) System
If equipped, the RCTA system shows a triangle with an arrow on the infotainment display to warn of
traffic behind your vehicle that may cross your vehicle's path while in R (Reverse). In addition, beeps will sound, or the driver seat will pulse.
See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 216.
Park Assist
If equipped, Rear Park Assist (RPA) uses sensors on the rear bumper to assist with parking and avoiding objects while in R (Reverse).
It operates at speeds less than 8 km/h (5 mph). RPA may show a
warning triangle on the infotainment display and a graphic on the instrument cluster to provide the object distance. In addition, multiple beeps may occur if very close to an object.
The vehicle may also have the Front Park Assist (FPA) system.
See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 216.
Power Outlets
The 12-volt power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player.
The vehicle may have accessory power outlets:
.Below the climate controls.
.In the cargo area, if equipped.
The outlet is powered when the ignition is on or in ACC/ ACCESSORY, or until the driver door is opened within 10 minutes of turning off the vehicle. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 193.
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See Power Outlets 0 119.
Universal Remote System
If available, this system provides a way to replace up to three remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers, security systems, and home automation devices.
Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the Universal Remote system. Because of the steps involved, it may be helpful to have another person
available to assist you with programming the Universal Remote system.
See Universal Remote System 0 157.
Sunroof
If equipped, the sunroof only operates when the ignition is on or in ACC/ACCESSORY, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 193.
Sunroof Switch
The vehicle may have one of two different switch configurations.
Open/Close (Manual Mode) :
Press D(1) or ~ (1) to the first detent to open the sunroof. Press g(1) to the first detent to close.
Express-Open/Express-Close :
Press D(1) or ~ (1) to the second detent and release to express-open the sunroof. Press g(1) to the second detent and release to express-close. To stop the movement, press the switch again.
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If an object is in the path of the sunroof while it is closing, the automatic reversal feature will detect the object and stop the sunroof. The sunroof will then return to the full-open or vent position.
Vent (If Equipped) : Press E(2) to
vent the sunroof. Press g(2) to close the sunroof vent.
Sunshade
If equipped with a manual sunshade, slide the sunshade to open or close it. The sunshade is always open when the sunroof is open.
Power Sunshade Switch
Open/Close (If Equipped) :
Press Q (2) to open the power
sunshade. Press Q(2) to close the power sunshade.
The sunroof has an automatic reversal feature.
See Sunroof 0 55.
Performance and
Maintenance
Traction Control/
Electronic Stability
Control
The Traction Control System (TCS) limits wheel slip. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started.
The StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started.
.To turn off TCS, press and
release g on the center stack. i illuminates and the appropriate Driver Information Center (DIC) message may display.
.To turn TCS on again, press and release g.
.To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak/ESC, press and hold
g until i and g illuminate in the instrument cluster. A DIC message may display.
.Press and release g to turn on both systems.
See Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control 0 203.
Tire Pressure Monitor
This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
The low tire pressure warning light alerts 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
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Vehicle Load Limits 0 184. The warning light will remain on until the tire pressure is corrected.
The low tire pressure warning light may come on in cool weather when the vehicle is first started, and then turn off as the vehicle is driven. 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. Maintain the correct tire pressures.
See Tire Pressure Monitor System 0 285.
Fuel (2.0L Turbo Engine)
Premium Recommended
Use premium 93 octane — (R+M)/ 2 — unleaded gasoline in your vehicle. TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is recommended. Unleaded gasoline with an octane rating as low as 87 may be used, but it will reduce performance and fuel economy.
See Recommended Fuel (2.0L Turbo Engine) 0 229 or Recommended Fuel (3.6L Engine) 0 230.
Fuel (3.6L Engine)
Regular Unleaded Fuel
Use only Regular 87 octane — (R+M)/2 — or higher unleaded gasoline in your vehicle. TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is recommended
with an
result in reduced performance and lower fuel economy.
See Recommended Fuel (2.0L Turbo Engine) 0 229 or Recommended Fuel (3.6L Engine) 0 230.
E85 or FlexFuel
No E85 or FlexFuel
Gasoline-ethanol fuel blends greater than E15 (15% ethanol by volume), such as E85, cannot be used in this vehicle.
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.
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The oil life system should be reset to 100% only following an oil change.
Resetting the Oil Life System
1.Using the DIC controls on the right side of the steering wheel, display REMAINING OIL LIFE on the DIC. See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 142. When remaining oil life is low, the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will appear on the display.
2.Press V on the DIC controls and hold down for a few seconds to clear the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message and reset the oil life at 100%.
Be careful not to reset the oil life display accidentally at any time other than after the oil is changed. It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change.
See Engine Oil Life System 0 251.
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible:
.Set the climate controls to the desired temperature after the engine is started, or turn them off when not required.
.Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly.
.Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops.
.Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time.
.When road and weather conditions are appropriate, use cruise control.
.Always follow posted speed limits or drive more slowly when conditions require.
.Keep vehicle tires properly inflated.
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.Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size.
.Follow recommended scheduled maintenance.
Roadside Assistance
Program
U.S.: 1-800-252-1112
TTY Users (U.S. Only): 1-888-889-2438
Canada: 1-800-268-6800
New Buick owners are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance Program.
See Roadside Assistance Program 0 354.
28 Keys, Doors, and Windows
Keys, Doors, and
Windows
Keys and Locks
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . 35
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . 39
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Doors
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . . 49
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . . . 50
Exterior Mirrors
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Interior Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . 52
Automatic Dimming Rearview
Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Windows
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Roof
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Keys and Locks
Keys
{Warning
Leaving children in a vehicle with a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is dangerous and children or others could be seriously injured or killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the RKE transmitter in the vehicle, and children or others could be caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave children in a vehicle with an RKE transmitter.
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
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The key inside the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter can be used for all locks.
To remove the key, press the button on the rear of the transmitter and pull the key out. Never remove the key without pressing the button.
See your dealer if a new key is needed.
If locked out of the vehicle, see
Roadside Assistance Program 0 354.
With an active OnStar or connected service plan, an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Overview 0 364.
Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System
See Radio Frequency Statement 0 360.
If there is a decrease in the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) operating range:
.Check the distance. The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle.
.Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal.
.Check the transmitter's battery. See “Battery Replacement” later in this section.
.If the transmitter is still not working correctly, see your dealer or a qualified technician for service.
Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System Operation
The Keyless Access system allows for vehicle entry when the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft). See “Keyless Access Operation” later in this section.
The RKE transmitter functions may work up to 60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle.
Other conditions can impact the performance of the RKE transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System 0 29.
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