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    How to replace the ignition key?

    I hope it is appropriate to post here. I lost the only ignition key of my 2000 buick regal ls. The key has a chip on it. I wonder what is the best solution? Will dealer be able to cut a key for me based on VIN number? How much it will cost? Thanks.
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    coolant elbow leak again

    Three month after replacement during LIM work, This elbow leaked again! Is there any tips for correctly seating this dreaded elbow to the engine block? By the way, the replacement elbows I used are from autozone help section, Dorman brand. I heard someone complained that these elbow is...
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    Replacing ignition switch, can't pull lock cylinder

    Hi folks, I am trying to replace the ignition switch on my 2000 regal ls. I have some trouble to release the lock wheel cyliner. I followed the service manual and several online writeup. But when I put a allen wrench on the hole of electric lock module, I can't push the hex key any further...
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    Service Vehicle light, ABS light and intermittent stalling

    My wife is complaining I ruined the car after I replaced the LIM gasket:th_shakinghead1: Because the car stalled once at a stop sign. Car was restarted immediately. I went over the car, here is what I got, 1. Can runs and idles smoothly, shouldn't be vacuum leak or IAC/MAF issue...
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    coolant is still leaking around LIM at passenger side

    Hi folks, this is a follow up on previous thread:http://www.grandprixforums.net/lim-my-2000-regal-ls-goes-bad-again-38613.html In short, I spotted coolant seepage around LIM at passenger side as shown in the Picture, url:http://i52.tinypic.com/2u8832a.jpg Initially, I though this is caused...
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    interchangeability of heated seat from regal and prix?

    The heated seat quit working on my 2000 regal LS. I wonder if I can swap in one from 1999 and up grand prix?
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    Will you replace the 3800 with GM's new 3.9L V6?

    My regal has served me well and still runs strong with 150K miles on the odo. Due to the high mileage and the age, I am thinking of getting a newer W-body as a replacement. The 3.9L V6 engine in post-2006 impala seems pretty good on paper: 240 HP which is the same output of a supercharged 3800...
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    Need urgent help, how to get water pump elbow out

    Hi folks, I posted yesterday that I spotted coolant leakage on coolant elbow at LIM. I went ahead to replace it today. everyting went smoothly in terms of taking thing apart. However, I can't get the old elbow from water pump to tensioner assemlby out. Now, this dreaded elbow starts to leak...
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    The LIM on my 2000 regal LS goes bad again

    Hi 3800 gurus, I really need some input. I replaced the LIM gasket and upper intake manifold with updated GM parts about three years ago. I never noticed any apparent coolant ever since. However, recently I noticed a seepage right on the passenger side seal of lower intake manifold. It looks...
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