Buick Regal: Specifications, Diagnostic Information and Procedures
SPECIFICATIONS
FASTENER SPECIFICATIONS
Single Use Non-Threaded Fasteners/Components
NOTE: All fasteners/components listed in this table MUST BE DISCARDED and replaced with NEW after removal.
Application
O-Ring at PTU Output Shaft
O-Ring at Rear Differential Input Shaft
Retaining Ring at PTU Output Shaft
Retaining Ring at Rear Differential Input Shaft
Reusable Threaded Fastener Tightening Specifications
NOTE: All fasteners listed in this table can be reused after removal.
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ADHESIVES, FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND SEALERS
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DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURES
PROPELLER SHAFT DIAGNOSIS
Review the propeller shaft description and operation.
The individual propeller shafts and the propeller shaft bearing support bearings are not serviced separately.
Inspect for loose or disconnected propeller shaft-to-drive unit interface. Replace snap ring as necessary.
Inspect for loose or damaged propeller shaft bearing support bolts. Tighten or replace as necessary.
The propeller shaft bearing supports should be inspected for the following:
- Tears
- Cracks
- Contamination
- Damaged support bushing
The propeller shaft must be replaced as a complete assembly if any of the above conditions exist.
SCRAPING NOISE
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Repair Instructions
PROPELLER SHAFT REPLACEMENT
Special Tools
DT-51329 Drive Shaft Remover
GE-2619-A Slide Hammer
Equivalent regional tools:Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2.
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Description and Operation
PROPELLER SHAFT DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
The function of the propeller shaft is to transfer power from the power
transfer unit to the differential clutch. It
consists of three tubes sections; the f
Rear Drive Axle
SPECIFICATIONS
FASTENER SPECIFICATIONS
Single Use Threaded Fastener/Component Tightening Specifications
NOTE:
All fasteners/components listed in this table MUST BE DISCARDED and replaced
with NEW
aft
SEE MORE:
DTC C1586
Diagnostic Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this
diagnostic procedure.
Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic
approach.
Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provide an overview of each diagnostic
category.
DTC Descriptors
DT
Power Door Locks
: Press to unlock the doors.
: Press to lock the doors. The
indicator light in the switch will
illuminate when activated.
Delayed Locking
This feature delays the locking of
the doors until five seconds after all
doors are closed.
Delayed locking can only be turned
on when Open Door Anti-Lockout
