1998 BUICK REGAL radiator

Normal Maintenance
Replacement Parts
Air Cleaner Filter ............. AC Type A 1208C
Passenger Compartment Air Filter .... 10406026
Battery
3.8L (Code K) .............. AC Type 690 CCA
3.8L (Code
1) .............. AC Type 770 CCA
All Engines
................... AC Type PF47
All Engines
................. AC Type CV892C
All Engines ................... AC Type RC27
RKE Batteries ..... Type CR2032 (2) or equivalent
Spark Plugs Engine Oil Filter
PCV Valve
Radiator Cap
3.8L (Code K) ................ AC Type 4 1-92 1
Gap:
0.060 inches (1.52 mm)
3.8L (Code 1) ................ AC Type 41-921
Gap: 0.060 inches (1.52 mm)
Air Conditioning Refrigerants
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 dealer.
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1 Maintenance Schedule I
100,000 Miles (166 000 km)
0 Inspect spark plug wires.
An Emission Control Service.
0 Replace spark plugs.
0 Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven
An Emission Control Service.
under one or more of these conditions:
- In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F
- In hilly or mountainous terrain.
(32°C)
or higher.
- When doing frequent
trailer towing.
- Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service.
If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, the fluid and
filter
do not require changing.
150,000 Miles (240 000 km)
0 Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service,
whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use.
Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test
the cooling system and pressure cap.
An Emission Control Service.
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MILEAGE ACTUAL 1 SERVICEDBY:
I DATE
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Part C: Periodic Maintenance
Inspections
Listed below are inspections and services which should be
performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring
and fall).
You should let your dealer’s service department
or other qualij?ed service center do these jobs. Make sure
any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Proper procedures to perform these services may be
found in
a service manual. See “Service and Owner
Publications” in the Index.
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle
Boot and Seal Inspection
Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system
for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of wear or lack
of lubrication. Inspect the power steering lines and hoses
for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc.
Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for
damage, tears or leakage. Replace seals if necessary.
Exhaust System Inspection
Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near
the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged, missing or
out-of-position parts as well as open seams, holes, loose
connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build-up
in the floor pan
or could let exhaust fumes into
the vehicle. See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index.
Engine Cooling System Inspection
Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are
cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect
all pipes, fittings
and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the outside of the
radiator and air conditioning condenser.
To help ensure
proper operation, a pressure test
of the cooling system and
pressure cap is recommended at least once a year.
Throttle System Inspection
Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding, and for
damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace
any components that have high effort or excessive wear.
Do
not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables.
Brake System Inspection
Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and
hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks,
chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors
for surface condition. Inspect other brake parts,
including calipers, parking brake, etc. Check parking
brake adjustment. You may need to have your brakes
inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions
result in frequent braking.
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Inspections Brakesystem
................................ 7-18
Exhaust Systems
............................. 7- 18
Front Drive Axle Boot
......................... 7- 18
Front Drive Axle Seal
......................... 7-18
Radiator and Heater Hose
...................... 7- 18
Steering
.................................... 7-18
Suspension
.................................. 7-18
Throttle System
.............................. 7-1 8
InstrumentPanel ............................... 2-55
Cleaning .................................... 6-51
Cluster
................................ 2-56. 2-57
FuseBlock
.................................. 6-62
Instrument Panel Brightness Control
................ 2-44
Interior Lamps
................................. 2-44
Jack. Tire
........... 5.26.5.28.5.30.5.31.5.32. 5.33
Jump Starting
................................... 5-3
Key Lock Cylinders Service
..................... 7-15
Key Reminder Warning
.......................... 2-15
Keys
.......................................... 2-2
Labels Certification
................................. 4-32
Service Parts Identification
..................... 6-58
Tire-Loading Information
...................... 4-3 1
Vehicle Identification Number
................... 6-58 Lamps
Cornering
................................... 2-44
Courtesy
.................................... 2-44
Dome
...................................... 2-46
Fog
........................................ 2-44
Interior
..................................... 2-44
Reading. Rearview Mirror
...................... 2-46
Leaving Your Vehicle
............................. 2-9
Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running
....... 2-29
Lighter
....................................... 2-50
Lights Air Bag Readiness
....................... 1-21, 2-60
Anti-Lock Brake System Active
............. 2-63, 4-9
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning
............ 2-62, 4-7
BrakeSystemWarning
......................... 2-61
Charging System
............................. 2-60
Cruise
...................................... 2-74
Door/Trunk Ajar Warning
...................... 2-75
Engine Coolant Temperature Light
............... 2-67
ChangeOilSoon
............................. 2-73
Enhanced Traction System Active
................ 2-66
Enhanced Traction System Warning
.............. 2-65 .
Interior ..................................... 2-44
Low Coolant Warning
.................... 2.68, 6.26
LowFuel
................................... 2-75
Low Oil Level
.......................... 2.72, 6.12
LowTire
.................................... 2-68
Low Traction
................................ 2-66
Low Washer Fluid Warning
................ 2.37, 2.74
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Radiator. Adding Coolant ....................... 5-22
Radiator Pressure Cap
........................... 6-27
Radio Reception
................................ 3-29
Radios
....................................... 3-13
Rain. Driving In
................................ 4- 19
Rainy Weather Tips
............................. 4-21
Reading Lamps. Rearview Mirror
.................. 2-46
Rear Door Child Security Locks
...................... 2-6
Outside Seat Position
.......................... 1-26
Safety Belt Comfort Guides
..................... 1-29
Seatpassengers
.............................. 1-26
Towing
..................................... 5-13
Window Defogger
............................ 3- 11
Rear Seat Pass-Through Trunk .................... 2-50
Rear Seat Pass-Through Trunk Cushion Cupholders ... 2-50
Rearview Mirror ........................... 2-46. 2-47
Electrochromic Daymight
...................... 2-47
Inside Daymight
............................. 2-47
Reading Lamps
.............................. 2-46
Reclining Front Seatbacks
......................... 1-4
Recovery Tank. Coolant
............
Refrigerants. Air Conditioning ......
Remote
Activation Illumination
..........
Keyless Entry ..................
Keyless Entry Operation .........
..
..
........... 5-19
........... 6-67
........... 2-12
............ 2-9
........... 2-10
Keyless Entry Synchronization
.................. 2- 14
Replacement. Bulbs
............................. 6-67
Replacement. Parts
.............................. 6-67
Replacement. Wheel
............................ 6-46
..
..
..
..
Reporting Safety Defects .......................... 8-8
Restraints Checking
................................... 1-66
Head
........................................ 1-5
Replacing Parts After a Crash
................... 1-66
Systemcheck
................................ 7-15
Restraints. Child
................................ 1-51
Retained Accessory Power
........................ 2-46
Reverse. Automatic Transaxle
..................... 2-23
Right Front Passenger Position
.................... 1 . 19
Roadside Assistance
.............................. 8-5
Roadside Assistance. Canadian
..................... 8-5
Rocking Your Vehicle
........................... 5-38
Rotation. Tires
................................. 6-43
Safety Belts
................................... 1-6
Center Passenger Position
...................... 1-32
Children
.................................... 1-33
Driver Position
............................... 1-11
Extender .................................... 1-65
How to Wear Properly ......................... 1-11
Incorrect Usage ......................... 1-14, 1-64
LapBelt
.................................... 1-32
Lap-Shoulder
...................... 1- 11, 1-26, 1-63
Larger Children
.............................. 1-63
Questions and Answers
........................ 1-10
Rear Comfort Guides .......................... 1-29
Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions
............ 1-26
Rear Seat Passengers
.......................... 1-26
Adults
...................................... 1-11
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