1995 BUICK REGAL check engine light

PASS-Key@II
Your vehicle is equipped
with the PASS-Key%
(Personalized Automotive
Security System) theft
deterrent system.
PASS-Key% is a passive
theft deterrent system. This
means
you don’t have to do
anything different
to arm or
disarm the system.
It works when you insert or remove the key from
the
ignition. PASS-Key% uses a resistor pellet in the ignition
key that matches
a decoder in your vehicle.
When the PASS-Key% system senses that someone is
using the wrong key, it shuts down the vehicle’s starter and
fuel systems. For about three minutes, the starter won’t work and fuel won’t go to the engine. If someone tries to
start your vehicle again or uses another key during this
time, the vehicle will
not start. This discourages someone
from randomly trying different keys with different resistor
pellets in
an attempt to make a match.
The ignition key must be clean and dry before it’s
inserted in the ignition or the engine may not start. If the
engine does not
start and the SECURITY light is on, the
key may be dirty or wet. Turn the ignition off. Clean and dry the
key. Wait about three minutes and try
again. The security light may remain on during this
time. If the starter still won’t work, and the key appears
to be clean and dry, wait about three minutes and try
another ignition key. At this time, you may also want
to
check the fuse (see “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the
Index). If the starter won’t work with the other key, your
vehicle needs service. If your vehicle does start,
the first
ignition key may be faulty. See your Buick dealer or a
locksmith who can service
the PASS-Key@II.
If you accidentally use a key that has a damaged or
missing resistor pellet, the starter won’t work, and the
SECURITY light will flash. But
you don’t have to wait
three minutes before trying another ignition key.
See your Buick dealer or a locksmith who can service
the PASS-Key%
to have a new key made.
If you’re ever driving and the SECURITY light comes
on, you will be able to restart your engine if you turn it
off. Your PASS-Key% system, however, is not
working properly and must be serviced by
your Buick
dealer. Your vehicle is not protected by the
PASS-Key@II system.
If you lose or damage a PASS-Key% ignition
key,
see your Buick dealer or a locksmith who can service
PASS-Key@II
to have a new key made.
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Warning Lights, Gages and
Indicators
This part describes the warning lights and gages that
may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help
you
locate them.
Warning lights and gages can signal that something
is
wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an
expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to
your warning lights and gages could also save
you or
others from injury.
Warning lights come on when there may be or is a
problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. As
you
will see in the details on the next few pages, some
warning lights come
on briefly when you start the
engine just to let
you know they’re working. If you are
familiar with this section, you should
not be alarmed
when this happens.
Gages can indicate when there may be or is
a problem
with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages and
warning lights work together to let you know when
there’s a problem with your vehicle. When
one
of the warning lights comes on and stays on
when you are driving, or when one of the gages shows
there may be a problem, check the section that tells
you
what to do about it. Please follow this manual’s advice.
Waiting
to do repairs can be costly -- and even
dangerous.
So please get to know your warning lights
and gages. They’re
a big help.
Fuel Gage
I UNLEADED FUEL ONLY
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Your fuel gage tells you
about how much fuel you
have left when the ignition
is on. When the indicator
nears
EMPTY (E), you still
have a little fuel left, but
you should get more soon.
Here are some things owners ask about. All these
situations are normal and do not show
a problem with
your fuel gage:
0 At the service station, the pump shuts off before the
gage reads
FULL (F).
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Anti-Lock Brake System Active Light
When your anti-lock system
is adjusting brake pressure
to help avoid a braking skid,
the
LOW TRAC light will
Engine Loolant Temperature Light
This light tells you that
your engine coolant has
overheated or your radiator
CYL hhh cooling fan is not working.
Slippery road conditions will exist
if this light comes on,
so adjust your driving accordingly. The light will stay on
for
a few seconds after the system stops adjusting brake
pressure.
The
LOW TRAC light also comes on briefly, as a bulb
check, when the engine is started. If the light doesn’t
come on then, have it fixed
so it will be there to tell you
when the system is active. If
you have been
operating your vehicle under normal
driving conditions, you should pull off the road, stop
your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible.
Hot Coolant Can Burn You Badly!
In “Problems on the Road,” this manual shows what to
do. See “Engine Overheating” in the Index.
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Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)
111 A computer monitors
operation of your fuel,
ignition and
emission
control systems. This light
should come on when the
SOON ignition is on, but the
engine is not running, as a
check to show you it is
working.
If it does not come on at all, have it fixed right away. If
it stays on, or it comes on while you are driving, the
computer is indicating that you have a problem. You
should take your vehicle in for service soon.
NOTICE:
If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on,
after a while the emission controls won’t work as
well, your fuel economy won’t be as good and your
engine may
not run as smoothly. This could lead to
costly repairs not covered by your warranty.
Oil Warning Light
If you have a problem with
your oil, this light may stay
on after you start your
engine, or come on when
you are driving.
This indicates that oil is not going through your engine
quickly enough to keep it lubricated. The engine could
be low on oil or could have some other oil problem.
Have it fixed right away.
The oil light could also come on in three other
situations:
0 When the ignition is on but the engine is not running,
the light will come on as a test to show you
it is
working, but the light will go out when you turn the
ignition to START. If it doesn’t come
on with the
ignition on, you may have a problem with the fuse or
bulb. Have it fixed right away.
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Sometimes when the engine is idling at a stop, the
0 If you make a hard stop, the light may come on for a
light
may blink
011 and off. This is normal.
moment. This is normal.
1 NOTICE:
Damage to your engine from neglected oil
problems can be costly and
is not covered by your
warranty.
Low Oil Level Light
Your engine is equipped
with an oil level monitoring
system. When the ignition
key
is turned on, the LOW
OIL LEVEL light will
briefly flash. If the light
does not flash, have it fixed
so it will be ready to warn
you
if there’s a problem.
If the light stays on, stop the vehicle on a level surface
and turn
the engine off. Check the oil level using the
engine oil dipstick. (See “Engine Oil” in the Index.) If
the light does not flash, have the low oil level sensor
system repaired
so it will be ready to warn you if there’s
a problem.
The oil level monitoring system only checks oil level
during
the brief period between key on and engine
crank. It does not monitor engine oil level when the
engine is running. Additionally, an oil level check is
only performed if the engine has been turned off for a
considerable period of time, allowing the oil normally in
circulation
to drain back into the oil pan.
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Hood Release
To open the hood, first pull
the handle inside the
vehicle.
Then go to
the front of the
vehicle and release the
secondary hood release. Lift
the hood. Before closing the
hood, be sure
all the filler caps are on
properly. Then just pull the
firmly.
Engine Oil
hood down and close it
If the LOW OIL LEVEL
light on the instrument
panel comes on, it means
you need to check your
engine oil level right away.
For more information, see
“Low Oil Level Light” in
the Index.
You should check your engine oil level regularly; this is
an added reminder.
It’s
a good idea to check your engine oil every time you
get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must
be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground.
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How to Add Fluid
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what
kind of transaxle fluid to use. See “Recommended
Fluids and Lubricants”
in the Index.
If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper
fluid to bring the level into the cross-hatched area on the
dipstick.
1. Pull out the dipstick.
2. Using a long-neck funnel, add enough fluid at the
dipstick hole
to bring it to the proper level.
It doesn’t take much fluid, generally less than a pint
(OSL). Don ’t ouefill. We recommend you use only fluid
labeled DEXRON@-111, because fluid with that label is
made especially for your automatic transaxle. Damage
caused by fluid other than DEXRON@-I11 is not covered
by your new vehicle warranty.
After adding fluid, recheck the fluid level as
described under “How
to Check.”
When the correct fluid level is obtained, push the
dipstick back in all the way.
Engine Coolant
The following explains your cooling system and how to
add coolant when it is low. If you have a problem with
engine overheating or if
you need to add coolant to your
radiator, see “Engine Overheating” in the Index.
The proper coolant for your Buick will:
Give freezing protection down to -34°F (-37°C).
Give boiling protection up to 262 OF (1 28 O C).
Protect against rust and corrosion.
Help keep the proper engine temperature.
Let the warning lights work as they should.
What to Use
Use a mixture of one-half clean water (preferably
distilled) and one-half antifreeze that meets “GM
Specification
1825-M,” which won’t damage aluminum
parts. You can also use a recycled coolant conforming to
GM Specification 1825-M with a complete coolant flush
and refill. Use GM Engine Coolant Supplement (sealer)
with any complete coolant flush and refill.
If you use
this mixture, you don’t need to add anything else.
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Checking Automatic Transaxle Fluid
..................... 6- IS
Brake Fluid ................................. 6-23
Engine Coolant
.............................. 6- 18
Engine Oil ................................... 6-8
Power Steering Fluid ......................... 6-20
Restraint Systems
............................ 1-50
Things Under the Hood
........................ 6-6
Chemical Paint Spotting
.......................... 6-44
Child Restraints
................................ 1-37
(2-Door Models)
........................... 1-38
(4-Door Models) ........................... 1-40
Securing
in the Center Rear Seat Position ......... 1-42
Securing in the Right Front Seat Position .......... 1-44
TOP Strap ................................... 1-38
Where to Put ................................ 1-37
Cigarette Lighter ............................... 2-4 I
Power Options ................................ 6-53
City Driving
................................... 4- 17
Cleaner. Air ................................... 6-13
Aluminum Wheels ........................... 6-43
Fabric
..................................... 6-39
Glass ...................................... 6-41
Inside of Your Buick .......................... 6-38
Securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position
Securing
in a Rear Outside Seat Position
Circuit Breaker. Power Windows and Other
Cleaning
Leather
.................................... 6-40
Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades ....... 6-41
Outside
01 Your Buick ........................ 6-42
Special Problems
............................ 6-39
Stains ...................................... 6-39
Tires
......................................... 43
Top
of the Instrument Panel .................... 6-41
Vinyl ...................................... 6-40
Clock. Setting The
............................... 3-5
Comfort Controls
................................
Bleed Valves ................................ 5-21
Heater, Engine
......................... 2- 14, 6- 13
How to Add to the Coolant Recovery Tank ........ 5-18
How to
Add to the Radiator .................... 5-20
Temperature Gage ............................ 2-50
Temperature Light
........................... 2-49
Cooling System
................................ 5-16
Courtesy Transportation
........................... 8-5
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