1993 BUICK REGAL fuel filter

Capacities and Specifications
Engine Code L1 (L27)2 3.8L V-6 SF1
Belt Tensions - Fuel Tank Capacity -
Automatically controlled by an idler pulley.
16.5 gallons/62.7 liters
Tension adjustment should never be necessary.
Transaxle -
Automatic Overdrive - Drain & Refill -
6 quarts/5.7 liters
Maintenance Item Part Numbers3 -
Air Filter - A925C
Fuel Filter
- GF579
Oil Filter
- PF47
PCV Valve
- CV892C
Radiator Cap
- RC27
Spark Plug
- 41-600, GAP 0.060”
Cooling System Capacity -
11.1 quarts/l0.5 liters
Crankcase Capacity -
Oil change with filter change -
4 quarts/3.8 liters
Air Conditioning Capacity4 -
(R12) - 2.25 lbs. (1.02 kilograms)
-
4 Air Conditioning Refrigerant - Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air conditioning system in your
vehicle needs refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant
is used. If you’re not sure ask your Buick dealer.
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3 Part numbers are AC tvDe.
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Capacities and Specifications
Engine Code T1 (LH0)2 3.1L V-6 MFI
Belt Tensions -
Automatically controlled by an idler pulley.
Tension adjustment should never be necessary.
Cooling System Capacity -
11.9 quarts/l2.6 liters
Crankcase Capacity -
Oil change with filter change -
4 quarts/3.8 liters
Air Conditioning Capacity4 -
(R12) - 2.25 Ibs. (1.02 kilograms)
Fuel Tank Capacity -
16.5 gallons/62.7 liters
1 ransaxle -
Automatic Overdrive - Drain & Refil 1-
6 quartd5.7 liters
Maintenance Item Part Numbers3 -
Air Filter - A1 129C
Fuel Filter
- GF48 1
Oil Filter - PF5 1
PCV Valve - CV892C
Radiator Cap
- RC27
Spark Plug
- R44LTSM, GAP 0.045”
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1 8th Character of the Vehicle Identification Number.
z Made in a GM plant in the United States.
3 Part numbers are AC type.
4 Air Conditioning Refrigerant - Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air conditioning system in your
vehicle needs refrig
nt, be sure the proper refrigerant is used. If you’re not sure ask your Buick dealer.
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conditioning condenser. Wash the pressure cap and
neck.
To help ensure proper operation, we recommend a
pressure test of both the cooling system and the
pressure cap.
7. Transaxle Service -- Change both the fluid and
filter every
15,000 miles (25 000 km) if the vehicle
is mainly driven under one or more of these
conditions:
0 In heavy city traffic where the outside
temperature regularly reaches
90 F (32 C) or
higher.
In hilly or mountainous terrain.
When doing frequent trailer towing.
Uses such as found in taxi, police car or delivery
If you do not use your vehicle under any of these
conditions, change both the fluid and filter every
100,000 miles ( 160 000 km).
service.
8. Spark Plug Replacement* -- Replace
spark plugs
with the proper type. See “Specifications Chart” in
the Index.
9. Spark Plug Wire Inspection”? -- Inspect for
burns, cracks or other damage. Check the boot fit at
the distributor and at the spark plugs. Replace wires
as needed.
10.
Air Cleaner Filter Replacement* -- Replace every
30,000 miles (50 000 km) or more often under dusty
conditions. Ask your dealer for the proper
replacement intervals for your driving conditions.
11
.. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection”? -- Inspect
fuel tank, cap and lines (including fuel rails and
injection assembly, if equipped) for damage or leaks.
Inspect fuel cap gasket for an even filler neck
imprint or any damage. Replace parts as needed.
Periodic replacement of the fuel filter is not required.
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USAGE
FLUID/LUBRICANT
Hydraulic
Brake
(GM Part No. 1052535) or
System Delco Supreme 1 l@ Brake Fluid
equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid.
Parking Brake
Category LB or GC-LB (GM Part
requirements
of NLGI Grade
2,
Guides Chassis lubricant meeting
No.
1052497
or equivalent).
Power Steering
Transmission Fluid (GM Part No.
Transaxle DEXRON@
IIE Automatic
Automatic (GM Part
No. 1052884) or
System GM
Hydraulic Power Steering Fluid
equivalent.
1234588 1)
Key Lock Lubricate with Multi-Purpose
Cylinders Lubricant (GM
Part No. 12345120),
synthetic SAE 5W-30 engine
oil or
silicone lubricant (GM Part No.
1052276 or 1052277).
Automatic
Transaxle Shift Engine oil.
Linkage
USAGE
Chassis
Lubrication
Windshield
Washer Solvent
Hood Latch
Assembly
a. Pivots and
b. Release Pawl
Spring
Anchor
i
Hood and Door
Hinges
Fuel
filler Door
Hinge and
Striker Plunger
Weatherstrips
FLUIDlLUBRICANT
Chassis lubricant meeting
requirements
of NLGI Grade 2,
Category LB or GC-LB (GM Part
No. 1052497 or equivalent).
GM Optikleen@ Washer Solvent (GM
Part No.
105 15 15) or equivalent.
a. Engine oil.
b. Chassis lubricant meeting
requirements
of NLGI Grade 2,
Category LB or GC-LB (GM Part
No. 1052497 or equivalent).
Engine
oil or Lubriplate Lubricant
(GM Part No. 1050109).
Chassis lubricant meeting
requirements
of NLGI Grade 2,
Category LB
or GC-LB (GM Part
No. 1052497 or equivalent).
Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part
No. 12345579 or equivalent).
See “Specifications Chart” in the Index for recommended
replacement filters, valves and spark plugs.
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Features and Controls ............................. 57
Fetus. Risk To
.. From Safety Belt Use ................ 33
Fiberglass Springs
.... : .......................... 254
Filling Your Fuel Tank
............................ 217
Filter. Oil
............................... 224.263. 264
Finish Care
...................................... 252
Finish Damage
. : ................................ 253
First Gear. When to Use
............................ 73
Flash-To-Pass
.................................... 83
FlatTire
....................................... 201
Flooded Engine. Starting
a ........................... 68
Fluids Brake
......................................... 233
Power Steering
............................... 231
Transaxle
..... : .............................. 226
Windshield Washer
............................ 232
Fluid Capacities
............... ............. 263, 264
FM Stereo Radio Reception
........................ 11 3
Fog, Drivingin .................................. 154
FogLights
...................................... 92
Foreign Operation
............................... 2 16
Francais, Guide En
................................. 2
Freedom Battery
.................................. 235
Freeway Driving
....... ........................ 157
French Language Manual
........................... 2
Front Seatback Latches
............................. 18
Fuel
...................................... 101, 215
FuelGage
...................................... 100 Fuel Light.
Low
........................ i ........ 101
Fuel Tank. Filling Your
........................... 217
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
........................ 257
Fuels
in Foreign Countries
......................... 2.16
Gages Engine Coolant Temperature
.................... 103
Fuel
......................................... 100
Gasoline
....................... 1 ...... : .......... 215
Gasoline Tank. Filling-Your
........................ 217
Gear Positions
................................... 71
Glasscleaning
.................................. 251
Graphic Symbols
.................................. 12
Guard Against Theft
.............................. 64
Guide En Francais
......................... 1 ........ 2 .
Volts ........................................ 106
Halogen Bulbs
............................ ; ..... 235
Hazard Warning ‘Flasher ........................... 178
Haze. Driving in
................................... 154
Headlight Bulb Replacement
....................... 235’
Headlight High-Low Beam Switch
..................... 83
Headlight “On” Warning ........................... 92
Head Restraints
.................................. 17
Heater
......................................... 110
Hearing Impaired Customer Assistance
............. 1 . 286
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