1997 BUICK REGAL wheel torque

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Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened
wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose
and even come
off. This could lead to an accident.
Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts.
If you have
to replace them, be sure to get new GM original
equipment wheel nuts.
Stop somewhere
as soon as you can and have the
nuts tightened with
a torque wrench to 100 lb-ft
(140 Nom).
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I NOTICE:
Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to
brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid
expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel
nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper
torque specification.
Don’t try to put the wheel cover on your compact spare
tire. It won’t fit. Store the wheel cover
in the trunk until
you have the flat tire repaired or replaced.
NOTICE:
Wheel covers won’t fit on your compact spare. If
you try to put a wheel cover on your compact
spare, you could damage the cover or the spare.
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Some driving conditions or climates may cause a
brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly
applied. This does
not mean something is wrong with
your brakes.
Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help
prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect
brake pads for wear and evenly torque wheel nuts
in
the proper sequence to GM specifications.
Brake linings should always be replaced as complete
axle sets.
See “Brake System Inspection” in Section
7 of this
manual under Part
C “Periodic Maintenance
Inspections.”
Brake Pedal Travel
See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to
normal height, or if there is a rapid increase
in pedal
travel. This could be a sign of brake trouble.
Brake Adjustment
Every time you apply the brakes, with or without the
vehicle moving, your brakes adjust for wear.
Replacing Brake System Parts
The braking system on a modern vehicle is complex.
Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well
together if the vehicle is to have really good braking.
Your vehicle was designed and tested with top-quality
GM brake parts. When you replace parts
of your braking
system
-- for example, when your brake linings wear
down and you have to have new ones put in
-- be sure
you get new approved GM replacement parts. If you
don’t, your brakes may no longer work properly. For
example,
if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong
for your vehicle, the balance between your front and
rear brakes can change
-- for the worse. The braking
performance you’ve come
to expect can change in many
other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement
brake parts.
Battery
Every new Buick has a Delco Freedom@ battery. You
never have to add water to one of these. When it’s time
for a new battery, we recommend a Delco Freedom
battery. Get one that has the replacement number shown
on the original battery’s label.
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How to Check
Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire
pressure. You can’t tell if your tires are properly inflated
simply by looking at them. Radial tires may
look
properly inflated even when they’re underinflated.
Be sure
to put the valve caps back on the valve stems.
They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture.
Tire Inspection and Rotation
Tires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles
(10 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual
wear, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check
wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or
wheels. See “When It’s Time for New Tires” and
“Wheel Replacement” later in this section for
more information.
The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more
uniform wear for
all tires on the vehicle. The first
rotation is the most important. See “Scheduled
Maintenance Services” in the Index for scheduled
rotation intervals. When
rotating your tires, always use the correct rotation
pattern shown here.
Don’t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation.
After the tires have been rotated, adjust
the front and
rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire-Loading
Information label. Make certain that all wheel nuts are
properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” in the Index.
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Replacement Bulbs
Exterior Lamps Bulb Number
Back-up .............................. 1156
Center High-Mounted Stop
............... 3 155
Front Parking/Turn Signal
........... 4 157NAK
Headlamp, High Beam
.................. 9005
Headlamp,
Low Beam. .................. 9006
Sidemarker, Front
....................... 194
Sidemarker, Rear
........................ 194
Stop/Tail/Turn Signal
................... 3057
Tail (Applique)
......................... 194
Interior Lamps Bulb Number
Dome Lamp ....................... 9425542
Capacities and Specifications
Automatic nansaxle
Pan Removal and
Replacement
.............. 7.4 quarts (7.0 L)
When drainingheplacing converter; more fluid my be needed.
Cooling System Including Reservoir
3.8L (Code 1) ............. 12.3 quarts (1 1.65 L)
3.8L (Code K) ............. 12.3 quarts (1 1.65 L)
Air Conditioning* .......... 1.88 lbs. (0.85 kg)
Refrigerant (R=134a),
*See “Air Conditioning Refrigerants”1ater in this section.
Engine Crankcase
Oil and Filter Change ........... 5 quarts (4.7 L)
Wheel Nut Torque .......... 100 lb-ft (140 N-m)
Fuel Tank .................... 17 gallons (64 L)
Wiper Blade Lengths
Type ................................. Hook
Length ..................... 22 inches (56 cm)
Note: All capacities are approximate. When adding, be
sure to
fill to the approximate level, as recommended in
this manual. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
” in
the Index.
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Storage. Vehicle ................................ 6-32
Stuck: In Sand. Mud. Ice or Snow
.................. 5-38
Sun Visors
.................................... 2-52
Sunroof
....................................... 2-54
Symbols. Vehicle
.................................. x
Synchronization. Remote Keyless Entry ............. 2- 14
Tachometer .................................. 2-58
Tail/Stop/Turn Signal Lamp Bulb Replacement
....... 6-35
TapePlayerCare
............................... 3-35
Temperature Control
............. 3-2. 3.4. 3.5. 3.7. 3.8.
Theft
......................................... 2-16
Theft-Deterrent Feature
.......................... 3-3 1
Theft-Deterrent System .......................... 2- 17
Thermostat
.................................... 6-25
Third Gear, Automatic Transaxle
................... 2-25
Tilt Steering Wheel
............................. 2-34
Time. Setting the
............................... 3- 12
Tire Pressure Monitor Light
....................... 2-67
Tire-Loading Information Label
................... 4-3 1
Tires ......................................... 6-39
Alignment and Balance
........................ 6-45
BuyingNew
................................. 6-43
Chains
..................................... 6-46
Changing
a Flat .............................. 5-25
Cleaning .................................... 6-54
Compact Spare
............................... 5-37
Inflation
.................................... 6-40
THEFTLOCK" ................................. 3-31 Inflation Check
............................... 7-39
Inspection and Rotation
........................ 6-41
Loading
.................................... 4-31
Pressure
.................................... 6-40
Storing the Flat
............................... 5-35
Storing the Spare
............................. 5-36
Temperature
................................. 6-45
Traction
.................................... 6-44
Treadwear
................................... 6-44
Uniform Quality Grading
....................... 6-44
Wear Indicators
.............................. 6-42
Wheel Replacement
........................... 6-45
When It's Time for New
....................... 6-42
TopStrap
..................................... 1-50
TorqueLock
................................... 2-30
Torque. Wheel
Nut ......................... 5.34. 6.42
Towing
a Trailer ................................ 4-33
Towing Your Vehicle
............................. 5-9
Traction Control System (3800 Supercharged Engine)
... 4-9
Traction Control System Active Light
............... 2-66
Traction Control System Warning Light
............. 2-65
Trailer Backing
Up ................................. 4-38
Brakes
..................................... 4-37
Driving on Grades
............................ 4-39
Driving
with ................................. 4-37
Following Distance
........................... 4-38
Hitches
..................................... 4-36
If You Decide to Pull A ........................ 4-34
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Trailer (Continued) Maintenance When Towing
..................... 4-40
MakingTurns
................................ 4-38
ParkingonHills
.............................. 4-39
Passing
..................................... 4-38
Tongueweight
............................... 4-35
Total Weight on Tires
.......................... 4-36
Towing
..................................... 4-33
Turn Signals ................................. 4-39
Weight
..................................... 4-35
When
You Are Ready to Leave After Parking
onaHill
.................................. 4-40
Automatic
................................... 6- 19
Transportation. Courtesy
.......................... 8-6
Trip. Before Leaving on a Long
.................... 4-24
Trip Odometer
................................. 2-58
Trunk
........................................ 2-15
Lock
....................................... 2-15
Trunk Lid Applique Bulb Replacement
.............. 6-36
TTYUsers
...................................... 8-4
Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator
............. 2-35
Turn Signal
On Chime ........................... 2-36
Turn SignaYMultifunction Lever
................... 2-35
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
................ 4-39
Safety Chains
................................ 4-37
Transmitters. Remote Keyless Entry
............ 2.9. 2.13
Pass-through
................................ 2-50
llvilight Sentinel
............................... 2-43
Two-way Manual Seat
........................... 1-2 Underbody
Flushing Service
..................... 7-42
Underbody Maintenance
......................... 6-55
Underhood Electrical Center (Passenger’s Side)
....... 6-61
Vehicle Control
...................................... 4-6
Damage Warnings
.............................. ix
Dimensions
................................. 6-64
Identification Number
......................... 6-57
Storage
..................................... 6-32
Symbols
....................................... x
Ventilationsystem
.............................. 3-10
Visor Vanity Mirrors
............................ 2-52
Visors. Sun
.................................... 2-52
Loading
.................................... 4-31
warning Devices
............................... 5-2
Warning Lights. Gages and Indicators
............... 2-59
Warranty Information
............................. 8-8
Weatherstrips
.................................. 6-52
Nut Torque ............................. 5-34. 6-42
Replacement
................................. 6-45
Used Replacement
............................ 6-46
Washing
Your Vehicle ........................... 6-52
Wheel Alignment
.................................. 6-45
WindowLock
.................................. 2-34
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