Buick 2011 Automobile User Manual


 
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Buick Regal Owner Manual - 2011
Service and Maintenance 11-3
system whenever the oil is changed.
See Engine Oil Life System on
page 1013.
Every Engine Oil Change
.
Change engine oil and filter.
Reset oil life system. See
Engine Oil on page 109 and
Engine Oil Life System on
page 1013. An Emission
Control Service.
.
Engine coolant level check. See
Engine Coolant on page 1018.
.
Engine cooling system
inspection. Visual inspection of
hoses, pipes, fittings, and
clamps and replacement,
if needed.
.
Windshield washer fluid level
check. See Washer Fluid on
page 1024.
.
Windshield wiper blade
inspection for wear, cracking,
or contamination and windshield
and wiper blade cleaning,
if contaminated. See Exterior
Care on page 1077. Worn or
damaged wiper blade
replacement. See Wiper Blade
Replacement on page 1030.
.
Tire inflation pressures check.
See Tire Pressure on
page 1049.
.
Tire wear inspection. See Tire
Inspection on page 1055.
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Rotate tires if necessary. See
Tire Rotation on page 1055.
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Fluids visual leak check (or
every 12 months, whichever
occurs first). A leak in any
system must be repaired and the
fluid level checked.
.
Engine air cleaner filter
inspection. See Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter on page 1015.
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Brake system inspection (or
every 12 months, whichever
occurs first).
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Steering and suspension
inspection. Visual inspection for
damaged, loose, or missing
parts or signs of wear.
.
Body hinges and latches, key
lock cylinders, folding seat
hardware, and sunroof (if
equipped) lubrication. See
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 116. More
frequent lubrication may be
required when the vehicle is
exposed to a corrosive
environment. Applying silicone
grease on weatherstrips with a
clean cloth makes them last
longer, seal better, and not stick
or squeak.
.
Restraint system component
check. See Safety System
Check on page 326.
.
Fuel system inspection for
damage or leaks.
.
Exhaust system and nearby heat
shields inspection for loose or
damaged components.