This manual provides comprehensive parts catalog information for the Buick Regal, produced between 1997 and 2005. The Buick Regal of this era, built on the versatile GM W-body platform, offered a blend of comfort and refinement, with performance variants like the supercharged GS model available. This parts catalog is an invaluable resource for identifying and sourcing OEM components for a wide array of vehicle systems, including the chassis, body panels, engine bay components, cooling, fuel, exhaust, braking, suspension, steering, HVAC, interior, and safety systems. It is designed to assist owners, mechanics, and parts professionals in accurately identifying the correct parts for maintenance and repair.
The scope of this English-language parts catalog extends to detailed part identification and number look-up, as well as labor hour estimations for repairs, crucial for accurate quoting and efficient workshop management. While it does not provide step-by-step repair procedures or diagnostic guidance, it covers essential areas such as special cautions, information labels, and specific components like air cleaners, bumpers, lamps, windshields, hoods, and interior elements. The format ensures clarity for part diagrams and text, making it printable and searchable, thereby facilitating the efficient sourcing and ordering of necessary components to maintain the integrity and functionality of your Buick Regal.
Paint Code Location Coverage:
Yes
Target Audience:
DIY mechanics, independent repair shops, and parts departments of dealerships.
Vehicle Segment:
Mid-size sedan, often marketed as a sporty and somewhat luxurious option within GM's lineup.
Value Proposition:
Provides essential part numbers and labor estimates, crucial for accurate quoting and parts ordering, saving time and money for repair professionals and enthusiasts.
Catalog Features:
Comprehensive parts listings, OEM part numbers, estimated labor hours, and coverage for a wide range of vehicle systems.
Labor Hour Significance:
Labor hours are a direct link to repair cost estimation and productivity metrics for shops.
Listed Areas:
• Special Cautions
• Engine Transmission Mounts
• Paint Code Location
• Engine Under Cover
• Clear Coat Identification
• Air Cleaner
• Information Labels
• Exhaust
• Front Bumper
• Emission System
• Grille
• Electrical (No Wiring)
• Front Lamps
• Windshield
• Hood
• Cowl & Dash
• Cooling
• Instrument Panel
• Engine Oil Cooler
• Center Console
• A/C Refrigerant Capacities
• Rocker/Pillars/Floor
• A/C Heater/Ventilation
• Front Seat
• Front Fender
• Rear Seat
• Underhood Dimensions
• Seat Belts
• Front Inner Structure
• Front Door
• Air Bag System
• Roof
• ABS/Brakes
• Sunroof
• Cruise Control System
• Back Window
• Wheel
• Quarter Panel
• Front Suspension
• Quarter Glass
• Front Drive Axle
• Luggage Lid
• Front Steering Linkage/Gear
• Rear Suspension
• Steering Pump
• Fuel Tank
• Steering Wheel/Column
• Rear Body
• Engine/Transmission (No Internal Parts)
• Rear Lamps
• Rear Bumper
Body Structure Coverage:
Includes front inner structure, cowl & dash, rocker/pillars/floor, providing parts for structural integrity.
Estimated Page Count:
Varies by specific edition, often 500-1000+ pages for comprehensive parts catalogs.
Systems:
• Chassis components
• Body panels and exterior trim
• Engine bay components (excluding internal engine parts)
• Cooling system
• Fuel system components
• Exhaust system
• Braking system (ABS covered)
• Suspension components (front and rear)
• Steering system components
• HVAC system
• Interior components and trim
• Safety systems (Airbags, Seat Belts)
• Electrical system (excluding detailed wiring diagrams)
• Wheels and tires
• Glass and seals
Specific Electrical Coverage:
Electrical (NO WIRING) indicates that while electrical components like lamps, sensors, and switches might have part numbers listed, detailed wiring harnesses or diagnostic electrical schematics are not included.
Interior Systems:
Covers front and rear seats, seat belts, instrument panel, center console, and dash components.
Procedures:
• Part identification
• Part number look-up
• Labor hour estimation for repairs
• Refrigerant capacity specification
Labor Hour Estimation:
Key feature is the inclusion of labor hours for various repair operations, vital for professional estimates and shop efficiency.
Depth:
Detailed part identification and numbering, labor operation times. Does not include step-by-step repair procedures or diagnostics.
Part Number Accuracy:
Focus on OEM part numbers is critical for accurate sourcing and replacement, a hallmark of quality parts catalogs.
Diagrams And Illustrations:
Parts catalogs typically feature detailed diagrams showing how parts fit together, aiding in identification and assembly/disassembly planning.
File Quality:
Likely good clarity for part diagrams and text, suitable for printing.
Searchable Text:
PDF format typically allows for text searching, making it easier to find specific part numbers or descriptions.
Printable:
Yes, as it's a PDF.
Binding:
N/A (Digital Format)
Paper:
N/A (Digital Format)
Engine Variants Covered By Parts:
Likely covers V6 (e.g., 3800 Series II) and potentially 4-cylinder (e.g., 2.4L Twin Cam) engines common in this generation Regal. Specific part numbers will differentiate.
Engine Displacement Context:
Common engines for this generation included the 3.8L V6 (naturally aspirated and supercharged), and potentially a 3.4L V6 or 2.4L 4-cylinder in base models. The catalog will have parts specific to these.
Performance Data Availability:
Not directly provided in a parts list, but part numbers for performance-related components (e.g., intake, exhaust) would be present.
Fuel System Parts:
Includes parts for fuel tank, fuel pump, fuel filter, fuel lines, and potentially fuel injectors and throttle body components.
Engine Transmission Mounts
Mount Part Numbers:
Includes specific part numbers for all engine and transmission mounts, essential for vibration control and drivetrain stability.
Standard Transmission Covered:
Likely covers automatic transmissions (e.g., 4T60-E, 4T65-E) prevalent in this era of GM front-wheel-drive vehicles.
Transmission Fluid Type Context:
While not explicitly stated, common GM automatic transmission fluids like Dexron III would be applicable to the transmissions covered.
Optional Transmission Covered:
If any manual transmissions were offered, parts would be listed. However, automatics were the norm for the Regal.
Transmission Mount Coverage:
Yes, includes part numbers for engine and transmission mounts.
Exterior Dimensions Coverage:
Parts list will cover exterior body panels like bumpers, fenders, hood, doors, roof, grille, lamps, and glass, implying dimensional relevance for replacement.
Body Panel Coverage:
Extensive coverage for front and rear bumpers, fenders, hood, grille, doors, roof, quarter panels, and associated trim pieces.
Interior Dimensions Coverage:
Parts list includes interior trim, seats, instrument panel, center console, and dash components, indicating coverage of interior fitment.
Cargo Dimensions Coverage:
Parts related to the luggage lid and rear body suggest coverage for rear cargo area components.
Weight Specifications Availability:
Not explicitly listed, but individual part weights could be inferred from shipping information if available elsewhere.
Safety Rating Availability:
No direct safety ratings provided. Focus is on parts for safety systems.
Active Safety Components:
ABS/Brakes system parts, steering linkage, and cruise control system components are listed.
Passive Safety Components:
Air Bag System components and Seat Belts are explicitly covered.
Infotainment System Parts Coverage:
Instrument panel and center console components suggest coverage for parts related to radio, climate controls, and dashboard elements.
Driver Assistance Components Coverage:
ABS/Brakes system and Cruise Control System parts are listed, representing early forms of driver assistance technology.
Connectivity Components Coverage:
No specific coverage for modern connectivity features like Bluetooth or USB is expected, as these were not common in this model year range.
Service Interval Availability:
Not provided. This is a parts catalog, not a service manual with maintenance schedules.
Fluid Capacities Coverage:
A/C Refrigerant Capacities are listed. Other fluid capacities (engine oil, coolant, transmission fluid) are not directly provided but can be inferred by identifying the correct parts for those systems.
Refrigerant Type:
R-134a is the likely refrigerant type for the A/C system of this era.
Common Issues Coverage:
The catalog indirectly addresses common wear items and replacement parts for known issues. For example, listing engine mounts, suspension components, and exhaust parts helps diagnose and rectify common problems.
Wear And Tear Parts:
Parts list will include common wear items such as suspension bushings, brake pads, rotors, filters, and exhaust components.
Buick Heritage Context:
Buick, a long-standing GM marque, is known for its comfortable, well-appointed, and often refined vehicles. The Regal has historically been a mid-size sedan positioned as a more upscale offering within its segment.
Regal Evolution Context:
The 1997-2005 Regal falls within the GM W-body platform generation, known for its front-wheel-drive architecture. This era saw models like the GS with supercharged engines, offering a performance variant.
Platform Basis:
The W-body platform was a widely used GM platform for sedans and coupes across various brands during this period.
Production Locations Context:
Typically produced in North American GM assembly plants.
