1997 Buick Regal Electrical Parts

This table covers the alternators that charge the battery and run the electrical load. Typical signs include dim lights at idle, a battery lamp, or a growl from the charging pulley. Load-test the battery and inspect the belt and grounds — a bad ground mimics a failed alternator. Read more

7 Alternator / Generator parts are listed for the 1997 Buick Regal, from PURE ENERGY, WAI GLOBAL, FVP and 3 other brands. WAI GLOBAL 8224N6G1 carries the "Popular" badge. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1997 Regal.

In the New grade, WAI GLOBAL, FVP and PURE ENERGY supply 3 parts: brand-new units rather than rebuilt ones. A representative part number is WAI GLOBAL 8224N6G1.

In the Remanufactured grade, ACDELCO, PURE ENERGY, REMY and 1 other brand supply 4 parts: factory-rebuilt units with new wear components. A representative part number is ACDELCO 3342468A.

Listed part numbers: WAI GLOBAL 8224N6G1 and FVP 8224611N, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the batteries listed by group size and specification. Typical signs include slow cranking, a battery lamp, or a no-start after the vehicle sat overnight. Confirm group size and terminal layout in the notes. Clean the posts and the ground before condemning the battery. Read more

6 Battery parts for the 1997 Buick Regal come from 5 brands — DEKA, ACDELCO, FVP and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is DEKA 9A78DT. 4 parts fit every engine; the other 2 are engine-specific.

In the AGM (Extended Life) grade, DEKA, ACDELCO, FVP and 1 other brand supply 5 parts: grouped under the catalog's "AGM (Extended Life)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is DEKA 9A78DT.

In the Performance AGM (Extended Life + Increased Power) grade, FULLRIVER supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "Performance AGM (Extended Life + Increased Power)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is FULLRIVER FT82578.

Part numbers include DEKA 9A78DT, ACDELCO 78XAGM and DEKA 9A78, among others listed above.

This table covers the positive and ground cables that run from the battery. Typical signs include a stretched or frayed cable, or a control that no longer reaches the end of its travel. Route the new cable through the same clips. A kinked cable binds and fails early. Read more

3 Battery Cable parts are listed for the 1997 Buick Regal, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1997 Regal.

Listed part numbers: STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS A662HD, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS A682HD and UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS 2668.

This table covers the terminals and clamps that connect cables to the battery posts. Read more

This group shows a single part: DEKA 00351.

This table covers the covers that protect battery terminals. Read more

2 Battery Terminal Protector parts for the 1997 Buick Regal come from 2 brands — DORMAN and GM GENUINE. Every part fits both the 3.8L V6 and the 3.8L V6 Supercharged.

This group includes DORMAN 60300 and GM GENUINE 19119011.

This table covers the body-control modules that run lighting, locks and wipers. Read more

4 Body Control Module (BCM) parts are listed for the 1997 Buick Regal, from CARDONE, BSE and GM GENUINE. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1997 Regal.

Part numbers include BSE EM8664, CARDONE 735591 and CARDONE 735592, among others listed above.

This table covers the resettable circuit breakers in this vehicle's electrical system. Read more

4 Circuit Breaker parts for the 1997 Buick Regal come from 4 brands — BUSSMANN, GM GENUINE, LITTELFUSE and 1 other brand. Every part fits both the 3.8L V6 and the 3.8L V6 Supercharged.

Listed part numbers: BUSSMANN UCB30 and GM GENUINE 12077863, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the engine-control modules that run fuel, spark and emissions. Read more

One part is listed for the 1997 Buick Regal — ACDELCO 21811796.

This table covers the flasher units that blink the turn signals and hazards. Read more

5 Flasher parts for the 1997 Buick Regal come from 5 brands — BUSSMANN, CEC INDUSTRIES, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS EFL5. Every part fits both the 3.8L V6 and the 3.8L V6 Supercharged.

The Heavy-Duty Electronic section lists 1 option from BUSSMANN — grouped under the catalog's "Heavy-Duty Electronic" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. BUSSMANN 761 is listed in this group.

In the Standard Replacement grade, CEC INDUSTRIES supplies 1 part: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is CEC INDUSTRIES EF28.

3 further parts sit outside the graded sections, with the same engine-level match.

Part numbers include STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS EFL5, BUSSMANN 761 and CEC INDUSTRIES EF28, among others listed above.

This table covers the replacement fuses for this vehicle's fuse boxes. Typical signs include one circuit dead while its neighbor still works, or a fuse that blows again as soon as you replace it. Match amperage and fuse type. A repeat blow means a short — find it before the next fuse. Read more

29 Fuse parts for the 1997 Buick Regal come from 2 brands — BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE. The "Popular" part is BUSSMANN ATM10. 10 Amp, 15 Amp, 2 Amp, 20 Amp, 25 Amp, 30 Amp, 40 Amp, 60 Amp and 7.5 Amp are all represented, and 10 Amp alone accounts for 5 parts.

This table covers the horns mounted in the front of the vehicle. Read more

16 Horn parts for the 1997 Buick Regal come from 4 brands — FIAMM, GM GENUINE, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is FIAMM 72112. Every part fits both the 3.8L V6 and the 3.8L V6 Supercharged.

The Accessory Replacement section lists 6 options from FIAMM — grouped under the catalog's "Accessory Replacement" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. FIAMM 72112 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 10 parts, from FIAMM, GM GENUINE, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and 1 other brand. A representative part number is FIAMM 7200223.

This table covers the replacement shells for the key fob. Read more

One part is listed for the 1997 Buick Regal — DORMAN 13608.

This table covers the powertrain-control modules that run engine and transmission. Read more

4 Powertrain Control Module (PCM) parts for the 1997 Buick Regal come from 2 brands — ACDELCO and CARDONE. Every part fits both the 3.8L V6 and the 3.8L V6 Supercharged.

This group includes ACDELCO 21811793, ACDELCO 21813189 and CARDONE 778178F and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the speed sensors on the transmission, transfer case or ABS ring. Typical signs include a dead speedometer, harsh transmission shifts, or a code for vehicle speed. Inspect the tone wheel and the connector before replacing the sensor. Read more

21 Speed Sensor parts for the 1997 Buick Regal come from 12 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, WALKER PRODUCTS, DORMAN and 9 other brands. The "Popular" part is BWD/NIEHOFF S8206. Every part fits both the 3.8L V6 and the 3.8L V6 Supercharged.

The Economy section lists 8 options from DORMAN, HOLSTEIN, BWD/NIEHOFF and 3 other brands — the catalog's value-priced group. BWD/NIEHOFF S8206 is listed in this group.

The Full Service Kit section lists 1 option from WALKER PRODUCTS — grouped under the catalog's "Full Service Kit" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. WALKER PRODUCTS 24091000 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 12 parts, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, DELPHI, WALKER PRODUCTS and 4 other brands. A representative part number is ACDELCO 2134666.

This table covers the Speed Sensor Reluctor Thrust washers. Read more

This group shows a single part: GM GENUINE 24230403.

This table covers the seals at the Speed Sensor. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

One part is listed for the 1997 Buick Regal — GM GENUINE 10475299.

This table covers the Starter bolts. Read more

One part is listed for the 1997 Buick Regal — DORMAN 72004.

This table covers the brushes inside the starter motor. Read more

This group shows a single part: WELLS 5A1010.

This table covers the Starter bushings. Typical signs include a clunk over bumps, or a torn or walked-out bushing you can see. Press the new bushing square. A cocked bushing will tear in a few thousand miles. Read more

This group shows a single part: WELLS 7A1005.

This table covers the starter motors that crank the engine. Typical signs include no motion, a squeal, or a motor that only runs on one speed. Confirm power, ground and the control module before replacing the motor. Read more

11 Starter Motor parts are listed for the 1997 Buick Regal, from ACDELCO, PURE ENERGY, FVP and 3 other brands. ACDELCO 3371009 carries the "Popular" badge.

New: 6 parts, from ACDELCO, PURE ENERGY, FVP and 3 other brands. A representative part number is ACDELCO 3371009.

Remanufactured: 5 parts, from ACDELCO, FVP, PURE ENERGY and 2 other brands. A representative part number is ACDELCO 3361919A.

This table covers the Starter solenoids. Typical signs include a harsh or missing shift, or a code for this solenoid circuit. Check resistance and the connector before dropping the pan for a solenoid. Read more

2 Starter Solenoid parts are listed for the 1997 Buick Regal, from FAMOUS BRAND and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS.

Economy: 1 part, from FAMOUS BRAND. A representative part number is FAMOUS BRAND SBC2125.

The Standard Replacement section: 1 option from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS SS418 is listed in this group.

This group includes FAMOUS BRAND SBC2125 and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS SS418.