1993 BUICK REGAL steering

'art 2 Features And Controls
Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Buick. and information on .. starting. shifting ..
and braking . Also explained are the instrument panel and
properly
.. and what to do if you have a problem .
Part 2 includes: the warning
systems that tell you
if every
Thing is working
Keys ........................................................................\
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DoorLocks ....................................................................... \
NewVehicleBreak-In ..............................................................
StartingtheEngine .................................................................
ShiftingtheTransaxle ..............................................................
Windows ........................................................................\
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TiltSteeringWheel ................................................................
Multi-FunctionLever ...............................................................
TurnandI, aneChangeSignals ...................................................
Headlight High-Low Beam Changer ..............................................
WindshieldWiper/Washer ......................................................
Cruisecontrol ................................................................
Mirrors ........................................................................\
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Instrumentpanel ...................................................................
Speedometer and Odometer .....................................................
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators .............................................
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To replace the batteries: Theft
1. If your transmitter
has
a screw, remove
the screw from the
back cover.
If there
is no screw,
carefully pry off the
cover by inserting a
dime (or similar
object)
in the slot
between the covers
and twist.
2. Lift off the front cover, bottom half first.
3. Remove and replace the batteries. Put them in as the
direction under the batteries indicate.
4. Replace the front cover. Make sure the cover is on
tightly, so water won’t get in. Replace the screw in
the back cover, if there is one. If there is no screw,
snap together.
5. Check the operation of the transmitter. Vehicle
theft is big business, especially in some cities.
Although your Buick has a number of theft deterrent
features, we know that nothing we put on
it can make it
impossible
to steal. However, there are ways you can
help.
Key in the ignition: If you walk away from your
vehicle with the keys inside, it’s
an easy target for joy
riders or professional thieves
-- so don’t do it.
When you park your Buick and open the driver’s door,
you’ll hear a tone reminding you to remove your key
from the ignition and take it with you. Always do this.
Your steering wheel will be locked, and
so will your
ignition and transaxle. And remember to lock
the doors.
Parking at
Night: Park in a lighted spot, close all
windows and
lock your vehicle. Remember to keep your
valuables
out of sight. Put them in a storage area, or take
them with
you.
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Ignition Key Positions
I ACCESSORY
This lock gives you five different positions.
Before you put the key in, your ignition will be in the
Lock position. This position locks your ignition, steering
wheel and transaxle. It’s a theft deterrent feature.
The other positions let
you perform these functions:
ACC: Accessory lets you use things like the radio and
the windshield wipers when the engine is off.
To get into
“Acc”, push
in the key and turn it toward you. Your
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steering wheel will remain locked, just as it was before Starting Your Engine
you inserted the key.
turn the steering wheel. It doesn’t lock the steering number for your engine. You will find the
VIN at the top
in motion while the engine is
off ( example, if your car Identification Number” in the Index.) Follow the proper
is being pushed). steps to start the engine.
Engines start
differently. The 8th digit of your Vehicle
OFF:’ This position lets YOU turn Off the engine but Still
Identification Number (VIN) shows the code letter or
wheel like “Lock.” Use “Off’ if
YOU must have your car
left of your instrument panel. (See ‘‘Vehicle
RUN: This is the position for driving.
START: This position starts your engine. Move your shift lever to
“F”’ (Park)
or “N’ (Neutral).
Your engine won’t start in any other position
-- that’s a
safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving,
use
“N’ (Neutral) only.
Don’t try to shift t
moving. If you do,
transaxle. Shift to ... . -
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If YOU are on a hill: See “Parking on Hills” in the Index.
That section shows how to turn your front wheels.
If
you are towing. a trailer and are parking on any hill:
See
“ Towing a Trailer” in the Index. That section shows
what to do first to keep the trailer from moving.
Shifting Into 66 P 99 (P-k)
It can be dangerous to ger out of your vehicle if
the shift lever is not fully
in “P” (Park) with the
parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can rol~
If you have left the engine running, the vehicl
can move suddenly. You or others could be
injured.
To be sure your vehicle won’t move,
when you’re on fairly level ground, use the
steps
that follow. If you are parking on a hill, or if
you’re pulling a trailer, also see “Parkinc 3n
Hills” 2r “Towing a Traile-” ’- the lrT’?x.
Steering Column Shift Lever
1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and
set the parking brake.
2. Move the shift lever into “P77 (Park) position like
this:
0 Pull the lever toward you.
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from opening and closing the windows. The driver can
still control all the windows with the switch
in the locked
position. Press it again to enable the passenger window
switches.
Astroroof (Option)
The control is on the roof between the windshield and
the sunroof. The ignition switch must be in the
“RUN”
position for the sunroof to operate.
The sunshade can be opened by grasping the handle at
the front
of the shade and sliding it to the rear. It will
open automatically with the sliding glass panel. It must
be closed manually.
To open the glass to an angled venting position, press
and hold
the forward portion of the switch until it stops.
To close it, press and hold the rear portion of the switch
until it stops.
To open the sliding glass sunroof completely, press and
hold the rear portion of the switch.
To close the sunroof,
press
and hold the front portion of the switch until it
stops.
Horn
To sound the horn, press the center of the steering
wheel.
Tilt Wheel
A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering
wheel before
you drive.
The sunroof cannot be operated manually
if your car has
an electrical power failure. You can also raise it to the highest level to give your
legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle.
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To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the
lever. Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level,
then release the lever to lock the wheel in place.
The Turn Signal/Headlight Beam
Lever
TE
If
The lever on the left side of the steering column
includes your:
0 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator
0 Headlight High-Low Beam & Passing Signal
0
0
0
0
Flash-To-Pass Feature
Windshield Wipers
Windshield Washer
Cruise Control (Option)
Turn Signal and Lane Change
Indicator
The turn signal has two upward (for Right) and two
downward (for Left) positions. These positions allow
you to signal a turn or a lane change.
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Steering Wheel Controls
If your car has this feature, you can also control certain
functions at the steering wheel.
On/Off
Press ON/OFF to turn the radio on or off.
Vol
To increase or decrease the volume, press VOL A or v.
AM/FM
Press this to choose AM or FM.
Seek
Press 4 to go to a lower frequency station. Press b to
go to a higher frequency station.
Prog
Press 4 or to hear the stations preset on your radio
pushbuttons. Press
five times to hear them all.
fine
Press 4 or b to tune up or down, only as long as the
button
is held.
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