2001 BUICK REGAL hood release

For
a More
Detailed Look at
What's Under the Hood
See Section 6
Tire Pressure
See Section 6
Service Station Guide
Oil Viscosity
Engine Oil
See Section 6
Engine Oil Dipstick
See Section 6
Hood Release
See Section 6
Spare Tire Pressure
See Section 5
Cooling System
See Section 5
Windshield Washer
Fluid
See Section 6Battery
See Section 6
Fuel
Use unleaded only.
See Section 6
for octane ratings.
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The Instrument Panel -- Your Information System
The main components of the instrument panel are the following:
A. Lamp Controls
B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
C. Instrument Panel Cluster
D. Steering Wheel Audio Controls
(If Equipped)E. Vents
F. Side Window Defog Vent
G. Hood Release
H. Tilt Wheel
I. HornJ. Audio System
K. Ashtray
L. Climate Control
M. Glove Box
N. Instrument Panel Fuse Block
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6-9 Hood Release
To open the hood, first
pull the handle inside the
vehicle, located just
below the instrument
panel and to the left of
the steering column.
Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the
secondary hood release. Lift the hood.
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Bulb Replacement
In this section, you'll find directions for changing
the bulbs in some of the lamps on your vehicle.
See ªReplacement Bulbsº in the Index to find the
type of bulb you should use.
For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this
section, contact your dealer's service department.
Halogen Bulbs
CAUTION:
Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and
can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or
others could be injured. Be sure to read and
follow the instructions on the bulb package.
Headlamps
1. Open the hood.
2. Pull up on the headlamp retainers to release the
assembly locator tabs.
3. Slide the headlamp assembly out of the slots.
4. Remove the bulb socket from the headlamp assembly.
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7-18 At Least Once a Year
Key Lock Cylinders Service
Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant
specified in Part D.
Body Lubrication Service
Lubricate all hinges and latches, including those for the
body doors, hood, secondary latch, pivots, spring
anchor, release pawl, rear compartment, glove box door,
console door and any folding seat hardware. Part D tells
you what to use. More frequent lubrication may be
required when exposed to a corrosive environment.Starter Switch Check
CAUTION:
When you are doing this check, the vehicle could
move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be
injured. Follow the steps below.
1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room
around the vehicle.
2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular
brake. See ªParking Brakeº in the Index if necessary.
NOTE: Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be
ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts.
3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The starter
should work only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).
If the starter works in any other position, your
vehicle needs service.
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USAGEFLUID/LUBRICANT
SuperchargerSupercharger Oil (GM Part
No. 12345982). See ªSupercharger
Oilº in the Index.
Hood Latch
Assembly,
Secondary Latch,
Pivots, Spring
Anchor and
Release PawlLubriplate
Lubricant Aerosol
(GM Part No. 12346293 or
equivalent) or lubricant meeting
requirements of NLGI # 2,
Category LB or GC
-LB.
USAGEFLUID/LUBRICANT
Hood and
Door HingesMulti-Purpose Lubricant,
Superlube
(GM Part
No. 12346241 or equivalent).
Weatherstrip
ConditioningDielectric Silicone Grease
(GM Part No. 12345579
or equivalent).
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