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Exterior Trim Buick Regal V

Exterior/interior Trim 8 illustrations ~508 words

Fastener Tightening Specifications

ApplicationSpecification
MetricEnglish
Rear Compartment Lid Outside Handle2.5Y22 lb ft

Body Panel Paint Protector Replacement (VGC)

  1. The paint protective film and vehicle surface temperature should be 13-32°C (55-90°F) for best results.
  2. Automatic car washes should be avoided for at least 24 hours after the paint protective film application.
  3. Wipe the vehicle surface with isopropyl alcohol or flash naptha at the application area.
  4. Dry the surface with a clean lint-free cloth.
  5. Create a mixture of 25 percent isopropyl alcohol and 75 percent water and two drops of baby shampoo per 16 oz of fluid mixture.
  6. Remove the backing liner from the protective film patch.
  7. Use the solution to liberally spray the adhesive side of the protective patch, the mounting location along with your hands.
  8. Position the paint protective film patch to the desired location on the vehicle.
  9. Spray the surface of the film with the alcohol, water and soap solution.
  10. Using a dampened squeegee, start at the center of the protective patch, working outward in order to remove the air and solution from under the protective patch.
  11. Release any air bubbles with a pin.
  12. Dry the surface with a clean, lint-free cotton cloth.

Scheme 7

Scheme 7: Front Bumper Fascia Front Tow Eye Access Hole Cover Replacement
Scheme 7: Front Bumper Fascia Front Tow Eye Access Hole Cover Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
1Front Bumper Fascia Front Tow Eye Access Hole Cover

Front Bumper Fascia Front Tow Eye Access Hole Cover Replacement

Scheme 8

Scheme 8: Rear Bumper Fascia Rear Tow Eye Access Hole Cover Replacement
Scheme 8: Rear Bumper Fascia Rear Tow Eye Access Hole Cover Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
1Rear Bumper Fascia Rear Tow Eye Access Hole Cover

Rear Bumper Fascia Rear Tow Eye Access Hole Cover Replacement

Scheme 9

Scheme 9: Front Side Door Window Frame Rear Cover Replacement
Scheme 9: Front Side Door Window Frame Rear Cover Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedures Place the front door window in the full down position. Remove the front side door window outer sealing strip. Refer to Front Side Door Window Outer Sealing Strip Replacement .
1Front Side Door Window Frame Rear Cover Fastener (Qty: 3) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Procedure Pull the front side door window weatherstrip from the applique to expose the fasteners. Tighten 2 N.m (18 lb in)
2Front Side Door Window Frame Rear Cover
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Front Side Door Window Frame Rear Cover Replacement

Scheme 10

Scheme 10: Rear Side Door Window Frame Front Cover Replacement
Scheme 10: Rear Side Door Window Frame Front Cover Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedures Place the rear door window in the full down position. Remove the rear side door window outer sealing strip. Refer to Rear Side Door Window Outer Sealing Strip Replacement .
1Rear Side Door Window Frame Front Cover Fastener (Qty: 3) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Procedure Pull the rear side door window weatherstrip from the applique to expose the fasteners. Tighten 2 N.m (18 lb in)
2Rear Side Door Window Frame Front Cover
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Rear Side Door Window Frame Front Cover Replacement

Scheme 11

Scheme 11: Radiator Grille Replacement
Scheme 11: Radiator Grille Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove the front bumper in order to access the locking tabs on the radiator grille assembly. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement . Remove the front bumper fascia energy upper absorber. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Energy Upper Absorber Replacement .
1Radiator Grille Procedure Release the 18 locking front bumper tabs securing the radiator grille to the front bumper.

Radiator Grille Replacement

Scheme 12

Scheme 12: Radiator Upper Grille Replacement
Scheme 12: Radiator Upper Grille Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove the front bumper in order to access the locking tabs on the radiator upper grille assembly. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement . Remove the front bumper fascia energy upper absorber. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Energy Upper Absorber Replacement .
1Radiator Upper Grille Procedure Release the twenty seven front bumper tabs from the radiator upper grille and remove from the inside front bumper.

Radiator Upper Grille Replacement

Scheme 13

Scheme 13: Front Bumper Fascia Outer Insert Molding Replacement
Scheme 13: Front Bumper Fascia Outer Insert Molding Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove the front wheelhouse front liner in order to access the outer insert molding locking tabs. Refer to Front Wheelhouse Front Liner Replacement .
1Front Bumper Fascia Outer Insert Molding Procedure Using a small flat-bladed tool, pull and release the outer front bumper fascia locking retainer from the front bumper fascia outer insert molding lower grille. Release the 11 flat locking tabs from the front bumper fascia. Push the front bumper fascia outer insert molding lower grille outward from the front bumper fascia in order to remove.

Front Bumper Fascia Outer Insert Molding Replacement

Adhesive Retained Molding and Emblem Description

CAUTIONUse of harsh chemicals when cleaning can damage exterior lamps. Suggested cleaners are a mild soap and water, or Varnish Makers and Painters (VM&P) Naptha. VM&P Naptha is a specific type of naptha and should not be substituted by any other naptha.

The following components are attached to the body panels with adhesive tape.

The name plates.

In order to ensure a good replacement of new or old moldings, emblems and name plates, take the following precautions

  1. Warm the panel surface to between 21-32°C (70-90°F).
  2. Clean the panels.
  3. Remove any wax or oily film.

The following methods for attachment are listed

Replacement nameplates.

Scheme 14

Scheme 14: Plenum Water Flow Direction and Cleaning
Scheme 14: Plenum Water Flow Direction and Cleaning

A large percentage of water will flow off the windshield area into the plenum chamber drain system and then down the outside on the plenum to the underside of the vehicle. To ensure that the plenum chamber water management system performs properly, the plenum water deflector, plenum chamber, and drains must not be blocked with debris.

In the graphic the arrows show the water flow direction in the plenum chamber and drains system.

Plenum Chamber and Drain Valve-Cleaning

The plenum chamber is located in front of the windshield and below the plenum water deflector.

  1. Remove the air inlet panel. Refer to «Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement»(/buick/regal/v-2009-2013/remont/wiperwasher-systems/#wiper-system-and-washer-system) .
  2. Clean the plenum chamber, drains and the plenum water deflector of debris blockage.
  3. Flush the plenum chamber, drains and the plenum water deflector with clean water.
  4. Install the air inlet panel. Refer to «Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement»(/buick/regal/v-2009-2013/remont/wiperwasher-systems/#wiper-system-and-washer-system) .

Special Tools

Illustration Tool Number/ Description J 25070 Heat Gun- 500-700°F

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