Buick Regal Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-
9804381) - 2017 - crc - 8/30/16
Vehicle Care
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When the brake fluid falls to a low
level, the brake warning light comes
on. See
Brake fluid absorbs water over time
which degrades the effectiveness of
the brake fluid. Replace brake fluid
at the specified intervals to prevent
increased stopping distance. See
.
What to Add
Use only GM approved DOT 3
brake fluid from a clean, sealed
container. See
.
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Warning
The wrong or contaminated brake
fluid could result in damage to the
brake system. This could result in
the loss of braking leading to a
possible injury. Always use the
proper GM approved brake fluid.
Caution
If brake fluid is spilled on the
vehicle's painted surfaces, the
paint finish can be damaged.
Immediately wash off any painted
surface.
Battery - North America
The original equipment battery is
maintenance free. Do not remove
the cap and do not add fluid.
This vehicle has a standard 12-volt
battery. Refer to the replacement
number on the original battery label
when a new standard 12-volt battery
is needed. See
for
the location of the battery.
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Warning
WARNING:
Battery posts,
terminals, and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to
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Warning (Continued)
the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Batteries also
contain other chemicals known to
the State of California to cause
cancer.
WASH HANDS AFTER
HANDLING.
See
Vehicle Storage
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Warning
Batteries have acid that can burn
you and gas that can explode.
You can be badly hurt if you are
not careful. See
for tips on
working around a battery without
getting hurt.