Buick Regal Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-13557849) -
2020 - CRC - 6/25/19
Vehicle Care
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If equipped with remote vehicle
start, open the hood before
performing any service work to
prevent remote starting the vehicle
accidentally. See
Keep a record with all parts receipts
and list the mileage and the date of
any service work performed. See
Caution
Even small amounts of
contamination can cause damage
to vehicle systems. Do not allow
contaminants to contact the fluids,
reservoir caps, or dipsticks.
Hood
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Warning
For vehicles with auto engine
stop/start, turn the vehicle off
before opening the hood. If the
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Warning (Continued)
vehicle is on, the engine will start
when the hood is opened. You or
others could be injured.
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Warning
Components under the hood can
get hot from running the engine.
To help avoid the risk of burning
unprotected skin, never touch
these components until they have
cooled, and always use a glove or
towel to avoid direct skin contact.
Clear any snow from the hood
before opening.
To open the hood:
1. Pull the hood release handle
with the
i
symbol. It is on
the lower left side of the
instrument panel.
2. Go to the front of the vehicle
and locate the secondary
release lever under the front
center of the hood. Push the
secondary hood release lever
to the right to release.
3. After you have partially lifted
the hood, the gas strut system
will automatically lift the hood
and hold it in the fully open
position.
To close the hood:
1. Before closing the hood, be
sure all filler caps are on
properly, and all tools are
removed.