2007 Buick Rainier Owner's Manual
2007 Buick Rainier Manual
2007 Buick Rainier manual content summary:
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2007 Buick Rainier Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...7 Front Seats ...8 Rear Seats ...16 Safety Belts ...18 Child Restraints ...40 Airbag System ...68 Restraint System Check ...86 Features and Controls ...89 Keys ...91 Doors and Locks ...96 Windows ...103 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...105 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 2
Bulb Replacement ...Windshield Replacement ...Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...Tires ...Appearance Care ...Vehicle Identification ...Electrical System ...Capacities and Specifications ... 404 408 408 411 453 463 464 474 Maintenance Schedule ...475 Maintenance Schedule ...476 Customer Assistance - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 3
, more than one entertainment system may be offered or your vehicle may have been ordered without a front passenger or rear seats. GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, BUICK, the BUICK Emblem, and the name RAINIER are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 4
. If this is done, it can help you learn about the features and controls for the vehicle. Pictures and words work together in the owner manual to explain things. {CAUTION: These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people. In the caution area, we tell you what the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 5
following topics: • Seats and Restraint Systems in Section 1 • Features and Controls in Section 2 • Instrument Panel Overview in Section 3 • Climate Controls in Section 3 • Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators in Section 3 • Audio System(s) in Section 3 • Engine Compartment Overview in Section 5 5 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 6
These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle: 6 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 7
Restraint System Check ...86 Checking the Restraint Systems ...86 Replacing Restraint System Parts After 23 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ...24 Driver Position ...24 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ... Passengers ...33 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides ...36 Safety Belt Pretensioners ...39 Safety - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 8
Front Seats Power Seats The power seat controls are located on the outboard side of the seat cushions. • Raise or lower the rear part of the seat cushion by moving the rear of the horizontal control up or down. • Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the entire - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 9
the driver's and front passenger's seats. The seatback lumbar support front door armrests. The engine must be running for the heated seat feature to work. To increase or decrease support, low and to turn the heated seat off. The indicator lights above the button will come on to designate the level - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 10
the vertical button with the heated seatback symbol. An indicator light on the button will come on to designate that only memory function are located on the driver's door. These buttons are used to program and recall memory settings for the driver's seating position, both outside mirror positions - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 11
store the memory settings, do the following: 1. Adjust the driver's seat, including the seatback recliner and lumbar, both of the outside mirrors, and the adjustable pedals, if equipped, to the desired position. See Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 112 for more information. 2. Press and - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 12
Easy Exit Seat The control for the easy exit seat function is located on the driver's door below the memory buttons 1 and 2. The easy exit seat button is used to program and recall the desired driver's seat position when exiting or entering the vehicle. The mirrors, power lumbar, recline, and - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 13
is in PARK (P). The seat will move to the stored exit position. • Or, if the easy exit seat feature is activated in the Driver Information Center (DIC), removing the key from the ignition will move the seat to the exit position. See "Easy Exit Seat" under DIC Vehicle Customization on page 208 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 14
{CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts cannot do their job when you are reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its job. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. The lap - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 15
Head Restraints Pull the head restraint up to raise it. To lower the head restraint, press the button, located on the top of the seatback, and push the head restraint down. Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant's head. This - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 16
Rear Seats Rear Seat Operation Your vehicle has flip and fold second row seats which provide additional cargo space. To flip and fold the seat(s), do the following: Notice: Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts. Always unbuckle the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 17
To return the seat(s) to the original position, do the following: {CAUTION: If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked. 1. Lift the seatback until - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 18
Safety Belts {CAUTION: Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you might not be, if you are buckled up. Always fasten your safety belt, and check that your passengers' belts are fastened properly too. 18 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 19
belt properly. Your vehicle has indicators to remind you and your passengers to buckle your safety belts. See Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 180 and Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 180. In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here is why - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 20
Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Put someone on it. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it is just a seat on wheels. 20 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 21
Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop. The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... 21 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 22
or the instrument panel... or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That is why safety belts make such good sense. 22 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 23
hurt. Being a good driver does not protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers. Most accidents occur within 25 miles (40 km) of they are supplemental systems only; so they work with safety belts - not instead of them. Every airbag system ever offered for sale has required the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 24
part know which restraint systems your vehicle has. We will start with the driver position. Driver Position Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here is how to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 25
on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder belt. It may be necessary to pull stitching on the safety belt through the latch plate to fully tighten - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 26
The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 27
Q: What is wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 28
Q: What is wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose. In a crash, you could slide under the lap belt and apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The lap belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 29
Q: What is wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle your belt - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 30
Q: What is wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which are not as strong - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 31
Q: What is wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it. A: The belt is twisted across the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 32
, push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle. A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 33
Right Front Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger's safety belt properly, see Driver Position on page 24. The right front passenger's safety belt works the same way as the driver's safety belt - except for one thing. If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 34
unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly. 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. 34 3. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 35
belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 36
safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head. There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat. Here is how to install the comfort - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 37
and past the belt. The elastic cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 38
Seat Passengers on page 33. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder. To remove and store the comfort guide, squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guide. Slide the guide back onto its storage clip located between the interior body and the seatback. 38 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 39
driver and right front passenger. Although you cannot see them, they are part of the safety belt assembly. They help tighten the safety belts in a moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crash if the threshold conditions parts for your safety belt system. See Replacing Restraint System Parts - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 40
Child Restraints Older Children Q: What is the proper way to wear safety belts? A: An older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips, just - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 41
? A: If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window, move the child toward the center of the vehicle. Also see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides on page 36. If the child is sitting in the center rear seat passenger position, move the child toward the safety belt buckle. In either - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 42
{CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt's force - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 43
Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 44
{CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby does not weigh much - until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it. For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 lb (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 45
killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle's safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them. Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 46
the restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. The restraint manufacturer's instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint. In addition, there are many kinds of restraints available for - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 47
serious or fatal injuries. Young children always should be secured in appropriate child restraints. An infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface. Make sure that the infant - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 48
A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint. A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 49
position children. A built-in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add-on child restraint system is a portable one, which is purchased by Then follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both. - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 50
sure the child restraint is properly installed in the vehicle using the vehicle's safety belt or LATCH system, following the instructions that came with that restraint, and also the instructions in this manual. To help reduce the chance of injury, the child restraint must be secured in the vehicle - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 51
hip straps. A T-shaped shield has shoulder straps that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child's body. A shelf- or armrest-type shield has the instructions that came with that restraint. Because there are different systems, it is important to refer to the instructions that come - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 52
child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag. Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the passenger's frontal airbag if the system detects a rear-facing child restraint, no system is fail-safe, and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 53
-facing child restraint in the right front seat position. Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the passenger's frontal airbag if the system detects a rear-facing child restraint, no system is fail-safe, and no one can CAUTION: (Continued) guarantee that an airbag will - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 54
use with the LATCH system Make sure that a LATCH-compatible child restraint is properly installed using the anchors, or use the vehicle's safety belts to secure the restraint, following the instructions that came with that restraint, and also the instructions in this manual. When installing a child - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 55
In the United States, some child restraints also have a top tether. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint. If the child restraint does not have a top tether, one can be obtained, in forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash. 55 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 56
Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations i (Top Tether Anchor): Seating positions with top tether anchors. j (Lower Anchor): Seating positions with two lower anchors. To assist you in locating the lower anchors, each seating position with lower anchors has two labels, near the crease between - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 57
not secure a child restraint in the right front passenger's position, if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached. There is no place to attach the top tether in this - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 58
for the LATCH System {CAUTION: Each top injury to people and damage to your vehicle, attach only one child restraint per anchor. {CAUTION: If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attached to anchors the instructions that came with that restraint, and also the instructions in this manual. 58 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 59
secured may cause damage to the safety belt or the seat. When removing the child restraint, always remember to return the safety belts to their the safety belts. Refer to your child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual. 1.1. Find the lower anchors for the desired - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 60
and the following steps: 2.1. Find the top tether anchor. 2.2. Route and tighten the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions. If your vehicle has a cargo shade, route the top tether between the seatback and the cargo shade. Fold down the head - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 61
Children (LATCH) on page 54. If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system, you will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 62
4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 5. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt, and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. If you are using a - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 63
directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the child restraint, if the top tether is restraint in the center seat position, follow the instructions in Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear your vehicle has a passenger sensing system. The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 64
sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger's frontal airbag if the system detects a rear-facing child restraint, no system is fail See Power Seats on page 8. If your child restraint has the LATCH system, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 54. There - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 65
when and as the instructions say. 1. Your vehicle has a right front passenger's frontal airbag. See Passenger Sensing System on page 78. We passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger's frontal airbag, the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator should light and - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 66
5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt, and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. If you are using a - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 67
been installed and the on indicator is lit, turn the vehicle off. Remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the child restraint. If restraint in a rear seat position in the vehicle and check with your dealer. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle's safety belt and - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 68
seated directly behind that passenger. If your vehicle has roof-mounted side impact airbags, the word AIRBAG will appear on the airbag covering on the sidewall trim near the driver's and right front passenger's window. Even if you have no right front passenger seat in your vehicle there is still an - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 69
are the most important things to know about the airbag system: CAUTION: (Continued) {CAUTION: You can be severely injured to work with safety belts but do not replace them. Frontal airbags for the driver and right front passenger are designed to deploy in moderate to severe frontal and near - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 70
belt even with frontal airbags. The driver should sit as far back as possible while still should not lean on or sleep against the door. {CAUTION: Anyone who is up against, system nor its airbag system is designed for them. Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 71
on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. Where Are the Airbags? The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 181 for more information. The driver's frontal airbag - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 72
The right front passenger's frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger's side. If your vehicle has a roof-mounted airbag for the driver and the person seated directly behind the driver, it is located in the ceiling above the side windows. 72 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 73
not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering. And, if your vehicle has roof-mounted side impact airbags, never secure anything to the roof of your vehicle by routing the rope or tie down through any door - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 74
When Should an Airbag Inflate? The driver's and right front passenger's frontal airbags are designed according to crash severity. Your vehicle has electronic frontal sensors, which helps the sensing system distinguish between a moderate frontal impact and a more severe frontal impact. For moderate - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 75
has seat position sensors which enables the sensing system to monitor the position of the driver's seat and the right front passenger's seat impact. The airbag system is designed to work properly under a wide range of conditions, including off-road usage. Observe safe driving speeds, especially on - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 76
system triggers a release of gas from the inflator, which inflates the airbag. The inflator, airbag, and related hardware are all part of the airbag modules inside the steering wheel and in the instrument panel frontal or near-frontal collisions for the driver's and right front passenger's frontal - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 77
driver from seeing out of the windshield or being able to steer the vehicle, nor does it prevent people from leaving the vehicle. {CAUTION: When an airbag inflates, there may be dust in the air. This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 78
will not be there to help protect you in another crash. A new system will include airbag modules and possibly other parts. The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts. • Your vehicle has a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information after a crash - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 79
will turn off the right front passenger's frontal airbag under certain conditions. The driver's airbags are not part of the passenger sensing system. The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the right front passenger's seat and safety belt. The sensors are designed to detect - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 80
restraint in the right front seat position. CAUTION: (Continued) Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the passenger's frontal airbag if the system detects a rear-facing child restraint, no system is fail-safe, and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 81
problem with the airbag system or the passenger sensing system. When the passenger sensing system has turned off the passenger's frontal airbag, the off indicator in the rearview mirror will light the vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, check to make sure that the vehicle's seatback is not - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 82
senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the right front passenger's seat. When the passenger sensing system has allowed the airbag to be enabled, the on indicator will light and stay lit to remind you that the airbag is active. For some children who have outgrown child restraints - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 83
{CAUTION: If the airbag readiness light in the instrument panel cluster ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. If this ever happens, have the vehicle serviced promptly, because an adult-size person sitting in the right front passenger's seat may not - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 84
be serviced. There are parts of the airbag system in several places around your vehicle. You do not want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the airbag system. To purchase a service manual - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 85
or moving any parts of the front seats, safety belts, the airbag sensing and diagnostic module, steering wheel, instrument panel, the inside review in this manual. See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 498. A: Yes. If you add things that change your vehicle's frame, bumper system, height, - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 86
Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 87
system parts? driver and front passenger's safety belt retractor assemblies contain the safety belt pretensioners. Have your safety belt pretensioners checked if your vehicle has been in a collision, or if your airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle or while you are driving - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 88
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Section 2 Features and Controls Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...110 Starting the Engine ...110 Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal ...112 Engine Coolant Heater ...112 Active Fuel Management™ ...113 Automatic Transmission Operation ...114 Parking Brake ...118 Shifting Into Park (P) ...119 Shifting - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 90
Floor Storage Lid ...146 Convenience Net ...146 Cargo Cover ...147 Cargo Tie Downs ...148 Sunroof ...148 OnStar® System ...129 Universal Home Remote System ...133 Universal Home Remote System (With Three Round LED) ...133 Universal Home Remote System (With One Triangular LED) ...134 Universal Home - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 91
Keys {CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The children or others could be badly injured or even killed. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children. 91 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 92
This vehicle has keys that can be used for the ignition and door lock that will fit with either side up. The key code number tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys. Keep this - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 93
steps to the left or right, hold the transmitter higher, and try again. • Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary. See "Battery Replacement" under Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 94. • If you are still having trouble, see your dealer or a qualified technician for - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 94
or by waiting for 30 seconds, or by starting the vehicle. K (Unlock): When you press unlock, the driver's door will unlock automatically, the parking lamps may flash and the interior lights will go on. Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 95
following: 1. Insert a thin coin in the slot between the covers of the transmitter housing. Gently pry the transmitter apart. 2. Remove and replace the battery with a three-volt CR2032 or equivalent battery. 3. Align the covers and snap them together. 4. Check the operation of the transmitter. 95 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 96
can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle will not open it. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors are not locked. So, wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive. CAUTION: (Continued - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 97
lever forward or rearward. Power Door Locks The power door lock switches are located on the driver's and front passenger's door armrests. The manual lever on each door works only that door's lock. Press the lock symbol to lock all of the doors. To unlock the doors, press the other side of the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 98
when using the power lock or the remote keyless entry system. The first press of the power door lock switch or lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter with the driver's door open will activate the delay locking. A chime will sound. All doors and the liftgate can be reopened for up to five - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 99
door locks were pre-programmed at the factory to lock all the doors when the transmission is shifted into gear. The following instructions detail how to program your door locks differently than the factory mode, the current auto lock/unlock setting will not be modified. See your dealer for more - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 100
into PARK (P). Mode 3: All doors unlock when the key is removed from the ignition. Mode 4: No automatic door unlock. The automatic door locks were pre-programmed at the factory to unlock all doors once the transmission is shifted to PARK (P). The following instructions detail how to program your - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 101
from locking when the key is in the ignition and a door is open to protect you from locking your key in the vehicle. If the power lock switch is pressed when a door is open and the key is in the ignition, all the doors will lock and then the driver's door will unlock. 3. Close the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 102
you must drive with the liftgate open or if electrical wiring or air into your vehicle. See "Climate Control System" in the Index. • If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel, open them all the way. See Engine Exhaust on page 122. Emergency Release for Opening Liftgate 1. Remove - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 103
Windows {CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 104
on the armrest on each of the side doors. With power windows, the switches operate the windows when the ignition is in RUN, ACCESSORY or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 110. The driver's door also has a switch for each of the passenger - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 105
in front of the window switches on the driver's door. A light in the lockout switch will come on to driver or passenger side of the front window. Swing the sun visor to the side to cover the side window. It can also be moved along the rod from side-to-side in this position. Theft-Deterrent Systems - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 106
any other way. Here is how to operate the system: 1. Open the door. 2. Lock the door with the power door lock switch or the remote keyless entry transmitter. The security light should flash. 3. Close all doors. The security light should turn off after approximately 30 seconds. The alarm is not armed - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 107
's window and open the driver's door. 2. Activate the system by locking the doors with the power door lock switch while the door is open, or with the remote keyless entry transmitter. 3. Get out of the vehicle, close the door and wait for the security light to go out. 4. Then reach in through the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 108
is running and the security light comes on, you will be able to restart the engine if you turn the engine off. However, your Passlock® system is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer. Your vehicle is not protected by Passlock® at this time. You may also want to check the fuse. See - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 109
for a long period of time. C (RUN): This is the position for driving. The battery could be drained if you leave the key in the ACCESSORY or RUN position with the engine off. You may not be able to start your vehicle if the battery is allowed to drain for an extended period of time. D (START - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 110
open the driver's door. Always remember to remove your key engine gets warm. Do not race the engine immediately after starting it. Operate the engine and transmission gently to let the oil to warm up and lubricate all moving parts. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) Your vehicle has a Retained Accessory - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 111
in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer. If you do not, your engine might not perform properly. Any resulting damage would not be covered by your vehicle's warranty. 111 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 112
(−18°C) as noted on the cord. To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The cord is located on the driver's side of the engine compartment next to the battery box facing the engine. 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-Volt AC outlet - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 113
allows the engine to operate on either all or half of its cylinders, depending on your driving conditions. When less power is required, such as cruising at a constant vehicle speed, the system will operate in the half cylinder mode, allowing your vehicle to achieve better fuel economy. When greater - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 114
is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. There are several different positions for your gear shift lever. PARK (P): This position locks the rear wheels. It is the best position to use when you start the engine because your vehicle cannot move easily. Do not - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 115
or objects. Do not shift into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed. Notice: Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the engine running at high speed may damage the transmission. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Be sure the engine is not running at high speed - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 116
your brakes. You might choose THIRD (3) instead of DRIVE (D) when driving on hilly, winding roads, when towing a trailer, so there is less shifting between gears and when going down a steep hill. To shift to the THIRD (3) position, you must first press the large button on the shift handle. While - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 117
shift to the FIRST (1) position, you must first press the large button on the shift handle. While the button is pressed, move the shifter in the FIRST (1) position. Notice: Spinning . The repair will not be covered by your warranty. If you are stuck, do not spin the tires. When stopping on a hill, - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 118
as you move the parking brake lever all the way down. Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts. Verify that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving. If you are towing - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 119
PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the key, your vehicle is in PARK (P). {CAUTION: It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 120
brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver's seat. To find out how, see Shifting Into Park (P) on page 119. When you are ready to drive has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. You have to fully apply the regular brakes first and then press the shift lever - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 121
Parking Over Things That Burn {CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves, dry grass, or other things that can burn. 121 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 122
over high points on the road or over road debris. • Repairs were not done correctly. • Your vehicle or exhaust system has been modified improperly. If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle: • Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO; and • Have your vehicle fixed - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 123
brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle. See the earlier caution under Engine Exhaust on page 122 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 124
system. See your dealer for more information on the system and how to subscribe to OnStar®. See OnStar® System on page 129 for more information about the services function by pressing and holding the on/off button until the green indicator light turns off. O (On/Off): This is the on/off button. - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 125
displayed in the compass window on the mirror. The compass can be calibrated by driving the vehicle in circles at 5 mph (8 km/h) or less until the display geographic north. The mirror is set to zone eight upon leaving the factory. It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 126
compass window on the mirror. The compass can be calibrated by driving the vehicle in circles at 5 mph (8 km/h) or less do the following: 1. Make sure the green indicator light, located to the left of the on/off button, set to zone eight upon leaving the factory. It will be necessary to adjust - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 127
return to the compass display, and the new zone number will be set. Outside Power Mirror The outside power mirror control is located on the driver's door. 2. Press and hold the on/off button for six seconds. Release the button when (FOR ZONE) is displayed. The number shown is the current zone - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 128
up by moving the control in the opposite direction. Fold the mirror in manually before entering a car wash. To do this, pull the mirror in toward the vehicle. Push the mirror back out when finished. Outside Curb View Assist Mirror If the vehicle has this feature, the passenger's outside mirror - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 129
your airbags deploy, the system is designed to make an automatic call to OnStar® Emergency advisors who can request emergency services be sent to your location. If you lock your keys in the vehicle, call OnStar® at 1-888-4-ONSTAR and they can send a signal to unlock your doors. If you need roadside - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 130
full description of OnStar® services and system limitations, see the OnStar® Owner's Guide in your glove box or visit onstar.com. Connections® Plan. For more information, press the OnStar® button to speak with an advisor. Some OnStar® services (such as Remote Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Location - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 131
Services • Driving Directions - Advisor delivered or OnStar® Turn-by-Turn Navigation (If equipped) • RideAssist • Information and Convenience Services service plan, depending on eligibility. To find out more, refer to the OnStar® Owner's Guide Calling. See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 277 for - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 132
in that place as well. Your vehicle must have a working electrical system (including adequate battery power) for the OnStar® equipment to operate. There are other problems OnStar® cannot control that may prevent OnStar® from providing OnStar® service to you at any particular time or place. Some - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 133
garage door openers, security systems, and home lighting. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 134
garage door openers, security systems, and home lighting. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 135
Home Remote System buttons, follow the instructions under Universal Home Remote System Operation (with one triangular LED). This system provides a way to replace up to three remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers, security systems, and home lighting. Be - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 136
three channels: 1. Remove the battery cover of the hand-held transmitter. If you do not know if your garage door opener is a fixed code or rolling code device, open your garage door opener's remote control battery cover. Your garage door opener is a fixed code device if there is a panel of switches - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 137
"middle". 3. Enter these positions into the Universal Home Remote System as follows. Press and release all three buttons at the same time to lights will turn on. 6. Press and hold the button you would like to use to control the garage door until the garage door moves. The indicator light - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 138
and complete. To program another device such as an additional garage door opener, a security device, or home lighting, repeat Steps 1 through 8, choosing a different function button in Step 7 than what you used for the garage door opener. Follow these steps to program up to three channels: 1. Press - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 139
device, or home lighting, repeat Steps 1 through 6, choosing a different function button in Step 4 than what you used for the garage door opener. Reprogramming Universal Home Remote Buttons You can reprogram any of the three buttons by repeating the instructions. Erasing Universal Home Remote - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 140
door opener with rolling codes, please be sure to follow Steps 6 through 8 to complete the programming of your Universal Home Remote Transmitter. Read the instructions sale System. If there is one triangular Light Emitting Diode (LED) above the Universal Home Remote buttons, follow the instructions - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 141
door or gate operator you are programming. When programming a garage door, it is advised to park outside of the garage. It is recommended that a new battery Home Remote buttons, releasing only when the Universal Home Remote indicator light begins to flash, after 20 seconds. Do not hold down the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 142
in the garage, the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit). Locate the "Learn" or "Smart" button. This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor-head unit. 7. Firmly press and release the "Learn" or "Smart" button. The name and color of the button may vary - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 143
Canada, or you are having difficulty programming a gate operator or garage door opener by using the "Programming Universal Home Remote" procedures, regardless following: 1. Press and hold down the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash, after 20 seconds. Do not hold the two - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 144
the button. 2. The indicator light will begin to flash after Remote System (With Three Round LED) on page 133 or Universal Home Remote System (With Accessory Power Outlets • Rear Climate Control If your vehicle has the center armrest compartment, lift the cover by pulling up on the latch handle - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 145
carrier - like paneling, plywood, a mattress and so forth - the wind can catch it as you drive along. This can capacity when loading your vehicle. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see Loading Your Vehicle on page 330. To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you are driving, check - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 146
Be sure to secure any such item properly. Your vehicle has a rear cargo area with a removable storage lid. To remove the rear floor storage lid, do the following: 1. Press the latch release and lift up the latch handle. 2. Raise the lid slightly to unhook it. 3. Pull the lid toward you to release it - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 147
located on the opposite side of the trim panel and release. 3. Grasp the handle and unroll the cover. 4. Latch the posts into the sockets on the inside of the vehicle to secure it. To remove the cargo cover, do the following: 1. Release the cover from the latch posts and carefully roll it back - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 148
may be equipped with a power sliding sunroof. To open or close the sunroof, the ignition must be turned to ON, ACCESSORY, or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) must be active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 110. Once the sunroof is closed, press the forward side of the control to open the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 149
Gage ...185 Brake System Warning Light ...186 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ...187 StabiliTrak® Service Light ...188 StabiliTrak® Indicator Light ...188 149 Instrument Panel Overview ...152 Hazard Warning Flashers ...154 Other Warning Devices ...154 Horn ...154 Tilt Wheel ...154 Turn - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 150
193 Security Light ...194 Cruise Control Light ...194 Reduced Engine Power Light ...195 Highbeam On Light ...195 Service All-Wheel Drive Light ...196 Check Gages Warning Light ...196 Gate Ajar Light ...196 Fuel Gage ...197 Low Fuel Warning Light ...197 Check Gas Cap Light ...197 Driver Information - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 151
✍ NOTES 151 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 152
Instrument Panel Overview 152 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 153
Instrument Panel Brightness Control. See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 166. Fog Lamp Button (If Equipped). See Fog Lamps on page 165. B. Air System on page 170. J. Hood Release. See Hood Release on page 364. K. Driver Information Center (DIC) Steering Wheel Controls. See Driver Information - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 154
ashers warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on or on the horn symbols on your steering wheel pad to sound the horn. Tilt Wheel The steering wheel should be adjusted before you drive. The hazard warning flashers work no matter what - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 155
your legs more room when you enter and exit the vehicle. To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the lever toward you. Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level, then release the lever to lock the wheel in place. The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 156
automatically. An arrow on the instrument panel cluster flashes in the direction of bulb could be burned out and other drivers will not see your turn signal. If turn signal bulb is burned out. Check the front and rear turn signal lamps on for more than 3/4 of a mile (1.2 km), a chime sounds at each - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 157
you. Then release it. When the high beams are on, this indicator light on the instrument panel cluster will also be on. To use it, pull the turn signal This feature lets you use your high-beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass. It works even if your headlamps - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 158
band to control the windshield wipers. The wiper speed can be set for a long or short delay between wipes. This can be very useful in light rain or snow. Turn the band to choose the delay time. The closer to the top of the lever, the shorter the delay. For steady - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 159
is located to the right of the steering wheel under the climate controls. Cruise Control Your vehicle can wash your windshield but not your rear window, check the fluid level. R (On): Move the switch to this position to turn the cruise control system on. S (Resume/Accelerate): Move the switch to - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 160
about 25 mph (40 km/h). If you apply the brakes, the cruise control shuts off. {CAUTION: If you CAUTION: Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady speed. So, do not use , fast changes in tire traction can cause excessive wheel slip, and you could lose control. Do not - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 161
Some vehicles have a cruise light on the instrument panel cluster that will come on when the cruise control at resume/accelerate, the vehicle keeps going faster until you release the switch or apply the brakes. So unless you want to go faster, do not hold the switch at resume/accelerate. Reducing - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 162
your instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. Using brake takes you out of cruise control. Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and do not use cruise control on steep hills. Ending Cruise Control There are three ways to turn off the cruise control: • Step lightly on the brake - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 163
): Turn the knob to this symbol to put the system into automatic headlamp mode. An indicator comes on when the position is selected. Headlamps on Reminder A reminder tone sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are manually turned on, if the driver's door is open and the ignition is in LOCK or - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 164
also turn on at normal brightness. Once on, the system remains on during these conditions even if the vehicle is shifted back into PARK (P). The vehicle has a light sensor on the top of the instrument panel. Make sure it is not covered or the system may come on whenever the ignition is on and the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 165
Running Lamps (DRL) and the automatic headlamp systems, so that driving under bridges or bright overhead street lights does not affect the system. The DRL and automatic headlamp system are only affected when the light sensor sees a change in lighting lasting longer than the delay. If you start - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 166
is located below the exterior lamps knob. Turn the knob to adjust the instrument panel lights. Turn the knob all the way up to turn on the interior lamps. it. Dome Lamps The dome lamps will come on when you open a door unless the dome lamp override is pressed in. To turn the dome lamps off, - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 167
voltage move up or down. This is normal. If there is a problem, an alert will be displayed. The battery can be discharged at idle if the electrical loads are very high. This is true for all vehicles. This is because the generator (alternator) may not be spinning fast enough at idle to produce all - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 168
cooling fans, trailer loads, and loads plugged into accessory power outlets. EPM works to prevent excessive discharge of the battery. It does this by balancing the generator's output and the vehicle's electrical needs. It can increase engine idle speed to generate more power, whenever needed. It - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 169
. Check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment. When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with the equipment. Notice: Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty. Do not hang any type of accessory - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 170
turned on, the display will show the driver's temperature setting for five seconds. Then it will show the outside temperature. C (Mode): Press this button to manually select the air delivery mode to the floor, instrument panel, or windshield outlets. The system will stay in the selected mode until - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 171
speed. Use the steps below to place the entire system in automatic mode: 1. Press the AUTO button. When AUTO is selected, the air conditioning operation and air inlet mode will be automatically controlled. The air conditioning compressor will run when the outside temperature is over approximately - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 172
button until the desired mode appears on the display. The display will change to show you the selected air delivery mode and the driver's temperature setting for five seconds. H (Vent): This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets. ) (Bi-Level): This mode directs approximately half of the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 173
be cleared when the engine is turned off. #A/C (Air Conditioning): Press this button to manually turn the air conditioning system on or off. When the system is on, the system will automatically begin to cool and dehumidify the air inside of your vehicle. The air conditioning symbol will appear on - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 174
or fog quickly. The system will automatically control the fan speed if you select defrost from AUTO mode. If the outside temperature is 40°F (4°C) or warmer, your air conditioning compressor will automatically run to help dehumidify the air and dry the windshield. Do not drive the vehicle until all - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 175
to circulate throughout your vehicle. • Adding outside equipment to the front of your vehicle, such as hood-air deflectors, may affect the performance of the heating and air conditioning system. Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle. Operation Tips • Keep the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 176
air coming through the rear outlets is determined by the front passenger's temperature setting. P (On/Off) Press this button to turn the rear climate controls on or off. The rear control will only turn on if the front is on and not in defrost mode. Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators This part - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 177
with your vehicle. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving, or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem, check the section that tells you what to do about it. Please follow this manual's advice. Waiting to do repairs can be costly-and even dangerous - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 178
Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You will know how fast you are going, about how much fuel you have used, and many other things you will need to know to drive safely and economically. United States version - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 179
per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). The odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). The odometer mileage can be checked without the vehicle running. Press the trip stem located on the instrument panel - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 180
for several seconds to remind you buckle your safety belt. The driver safety belt light will also come on and stay on for several seconds, then it passenger airbag is enabled. See Passenger Sensing System on page 78 for more information. The passenger safety belt light will also come on and stay on - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 181
There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag's electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the airbag sensors, the airbag modules, the wiring and the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 182
ignition key is turned to RUN or START, the passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF, or the symbol for on and off, for several seconds as a system check. Then, after several more seconds, the status indicator will light either ON or OFF, or either the on or off symbol to let - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 183
the on indicator comes on when you have a rear-facing child restraint installed in the right front passenger's seat, it means that the passenger sensing system has not turned off the passenger's frontal airbag. A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 184
If, after several seconds, all status indicator lights remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system. See your dealer for service. {CAUTION: Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the passenger's frontal - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 185
drive belt, or another electrical problem. Have it checked right away. Driving while this light is on could drain your battery. If you must drive a short distance with the light on, be certain to turn off all your accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner. Voltmeter Gage When your engine - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 186
zone. If you must drive, turn off all unnecessary accessories. Readings in either warning zone indicate a possible problem in the electrical system. Have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible. Brake System Warning Light When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on when - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 187
are driving, your vehicle needs service. If the regular brake system warning light is not on, you still have brakes, but you do not have anti-lock brakes. If the regular brake system warning light is also on, you do not have anti-lock brakes and there is a problem with your regular brakes. See Brake - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 188
Light This warning light should come on briefly when the engine is started. This light will come on if a problem is detected in the StabiliTrak® system. For more information see StabiliTrak® System on page 289. During most driving conditions, this light will not come on. If the StabiliTrak® System - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 189
your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible. See Engine Overheating on page 382. This light will also come on when one or more of your tires are significantly underinflated. A CHECK TIRE PRESSURE DIC message - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 190
may not work as well, your fuel economy may not be as good, and your engine may not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty. Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 191
in one of two ways: • Light Flashing - A misfire condition has been detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on your vehicle. Diagnosis and service may be required. • Light On Steady - An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 192
The condition will usually be corrected when the electrical system dries out. A few driving trips should turn the light off. Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 358. Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 193
may damage the engine. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil. United States Canada The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi (pounds per square inch) when the engine is running. Canadian - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 194
will stay on until the engine starts. If the light flashes, the Passlock® system has entered a tamper mode. If the vehicle fails to start, see Passlock® on page 107. If the light comes on continuously while driving and stays on, there may be a problem with the Passlock® system. Your vehicle will not - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 195
until the next time you drive your vehicle. If this light stays on, see your dealer as soon as possible for diagnosis and repair. This light may also come on if there is a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. If this happens, take the vehicle in for service as soon as possible - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 196
to show you it is working. Check Gages Warning Light The check gages light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine. The service all-wheel drive light comes on to indicate that there may be a problem with the drive system and service is required. Malfunctions can be indicated by the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 197
a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated. For example, the gage may have indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank's capacity to fill the tank. Check Gas Cap Light If your vehicle has this light, it will come on - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 198
Center (DIC) The Driver Information Center (DIC) display is located on the instrument panel cluster, below the speedometer. If your vehicle has DIC buttons, they are located on the steering wheel. The DIC can display information such as the trip odometer, fuel economy, customization features, and - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 199
engine was turned off. If a problem is detected, a warning message will appear on the display. Pressing the trip stem will acknowledge any warning or service messages. Pressing any of the DIC steering wheel buttons - trip information, fuel has been driven in either miles or kilometers. Pressing the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 200
briefly while TIMER is displayed. To reset the timer to zero, press and hold the select button while TIMER is displayed. Fuel Information Button t (Fuel Information): Press the fuel information button to scroll through the range, fuel used, average fuel economy, and the engine oil life system. - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 201
miles per gallon (MPG), liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km), or kilometers per liter (km/L) your vehicle is getting based on current and past driving conditions. Press and hold the select button for one second while AVG. ECON is displayed to reset the average fuel economy. Average fuel economy - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 202
wheel or the trip odometer reset stem on the instrument panel ENGINE OIL This message displays when the engine oil needs to be changed and service is required for your vehicle. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 479 and Engine Oil on page 369 for more information. Also see Engine Oil Life System - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 203
rearview mirror moves into the curb view position. See Outside Curb View Assist Mirror on page 128 for more information. DRIVER DOOR AJAR This message displays and a chime sounds if the driver's door is not fully closed. Stop and turn off the vehicle, check the door for obstructions, and close the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 204
. See Low Fuel Warning Light on page 197, Filling the Tank on page 361, and Fuel on page 358 for more information. 204 LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR This message displays and a chime sounds if the driver's side rear door is not fully closed. Stop and turn off the vehicle, check the door for obstructions - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 205
damage may occur. If a low oil pressure warning appears on the Driver Information Center (DIC), stop the vehicle as soon as possible. Do not drive the vehicle until the cause of the low oil pressure is corrected. See Engine Oil on page 369 for more information. This message displays if low oil - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 206
the fuel economy mode. The vehicle is safe to drive, however you should have the electrical system checked by your dealer. Press any of the DIC buttons, or the trip stem, to acknowledge this message and clear it from the DIC display. SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM This message displays if a problem occurs - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 207
are driving in extreme off-road conditions and require more wheel spin. See If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow on page 329. To turn the StabiliTrak® system back on, press the StabiliTrak® button again. The message may display if the brake system warning light is on. See Brake System - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 208
® button located on the transmission shift handle. In this mode, stability control and the brake-traction control are functional. Engine speed management will be modified and the driven wheels can spin more freely. For more details on this mode, see StabiliTrak® System on page 289. TURN SIGNAL ON - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 209
on the DIC. Pressing the select button will scroll through the following choices: UNLOCK DOORS: IN PARK (default): All of the doors will unlock when the vehicle is shifted into PARK (P). UNLOCK DRIVER: IN PARK: The driver's door will be unlocked when the vehicle is shifted into PARK (P). Lock - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 210
will unlock when the key is taken out of the ignition. UNLOCK DOORS: MANUALLY: The doors will not be unlocked automatically. Choose one of the available options and press the customization button while it is displayed on the DIC to select - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 211
: ON is displayed on the DIC. Pressing the select button will scroll through the following choices: PERIMETER LIGHTS: ON (default): The headlamps and back-up lamps will come on for 40 seconds, if it is dark enough outside, when you unlock the vehicle - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 212
PERIMETER LIGHTS: OFF: The perimeter lights will not come on when you unlock the vehicle ): No seat exit recall will occur. EASY EXIT SEAT: ON: The driver's seat will move to the exit position when the key is removed from the ignition. Choose one of the available options and press the customization - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 213
not be tilted down when the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE (R). CURB VIEW: PASSENGER: The passenger's outside mirror will be tilted down when or in any forward gear, the mirror will return to the normal driving position, following a short delay. Alarm Warning Press the customization button until - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 214
Choose one of the available options and press the customization button while your choice is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature. For more information on alarm warning type, see Content Theft-Deterrent on page 106. Language Press the customization button until LANGUAGE: - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 215
units. For example, distance will be displayed in miles (mi) and fuel economy in miles per gallon (MPG). If METRIC (km/L) is chosen, all driving conditions permit, you can tune to your favorite stations using the presets and steering wheel controls if the vehicle has them. {CAUTION: This system - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 216
with its operation. • Set up your audio system by presetting your favorite radio stations, setting the tone, and adjusting the speakers. Then, when driving conditions permit, you can tune to your favorite radio stations using the presets and steering wheel controls if the vehicle has them. Notice - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 217
marked with an H or HR to represent hours and an M or MN to represent minutes. Press and hold the hour button until the correct ignition on or off. To synchronize the time with an FM station broadcasting Radio Data System (RDS) information, press and hold the hour and minute buttons at the same time - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 218
emergencies • Display messages from radio stations This system relies upon receiving specific information from these sports, talk, traffic/weather (U.S. subscribers), and children's programming. XM™ provides digital quality audio and text information that includes song title and artist name. A service - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 219
press and hold the knob until a beep sounds. The selected display becomes the default. AUTO VOL (Automatic Volume): With automatic volume, the audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive by increasing the volume as vehicle speed increases. Set the volume at the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 220
Finding a Station BAND: Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1 or XM2 (if equipped). The display shows the selection. TUNE: Turn this knob to select radio stations. To scan preset stations, press and hold either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows for more than four seconds. PSCN displays - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 221
, and classical. Selecting CUSTOM or adjusting the tone controls, returns the EQ to the manual mode. The radio saves separate AUTO EQ settings for each preset and source. If the radio has the Bose® audio system, the AUTO EQ settings are either CUSTOM or TALK. Setting the Tone (Bass/Midrange/Treble - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 222
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, push and release the AUDIO knob until BAL (balance) displays. Turn the knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers. To adjust the fade between the front and the rear speakers, - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 223
The radio can switch to stations with a stronger frequency. To turn alternate frequency off, press and hold BAND again for two seconds. AF OFF This function does not apply for XM™ Satellite Radio Service. Setting Preset PTYs (RDS Only) These buttons have factory PTY presets. Up to 12 PTYs (six FM1 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 224
etc. If the entire message is not displayed, parts of the message appears every three seconds. To when the THEFTLOCK® system has locked up. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service. If any error Error): The audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. If CAL ERR displays - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 225
has been handled. There may be an increase in skipping, difficulty in finding tracks, and/or difficulty in loading and ejecting. If these problems occur, check the bottom the CD player. When using the CD player, use only CDs in good condition without any label, load one CD at a time, and keep the CD - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 226
2 NEXT: Press this pushbutton to go to the next track. TRACK and the track number displays. If this pushbutton is held or pressed more than once, the player continues moving forward through the CD. 3 REV (Reverse): Press and hold this pushbutton to quickly reverse within a track. Press and hold this - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 227
When the temperature returns to normal, the CD should play. • You are driving on a very rough road. When the road becomes smoother, the CD should play. • , or upside down. • The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and try again. • There could have been a problem while burning the CD. • The - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 228
to stations with traffic announcements Base Radio Shown, Bose Similar ® If your vehicle has the Bose® audio system, your vehicle has six Bose® amplified speakers. This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and only works when the information is available. In rare - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 229
knob to turn the system on and off. XM™ Satellite Radio Service XM™ is a satellite radio service that is based in sports, talk, traffic/weather (U.S. subscribers), and children's programming. XM™ provides digital quality audio and text information that includes song title and artist name. A service - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 230
AUTO VOL (Automatic Volume): With automatic volume, the audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive. Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button to select LOW, MEDIUM, or HIGH. AVOL displays. Each higher setting allows for more volume - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 231
, AM, or XM1 or XM2. 3. Tune in the desired station. 4. Press AUTO EQ to select the equalization. 5. Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons control is displayed. ALL CENTERED displays and a beep sounds. AUTO EQ (Automatic Equalization): Press this button to select customized equalization - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 232
To return the bass and treble to the manual mode, push and release the AUTO EQ button until CUSTOM displays. If the radio has the Bose audio system, the equalization settings are either CUSTOM or TALK. Finding a Program Type (PTY) Station (RDS and XM™) To select and find a desired PTY perform the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 233
with a stronger frequency. To turn alternate frequency off, press and hold BAND apply for XM™ Satellite Radio Service. INFO (Information): If the If the entire message is not displayed, parts of the message appears every three seconds. system. This feature is not supported by all RDS stations. 233 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 234
last tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements. This function does not apply to XM™ Satellite Radio Service. Radio Messages CAL ERR (Calibration Error): The audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. If CAL ERR displays it means that the radio has not been configured - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 235
has been handled. There can be an increase in skipping, difficulty in finding tracks, and/or difficulty in loading and ejecting. If these problems occur, check the bottom the CD player. When using the CD player, use only CDs in good condition without any label, load one CD at a time, and keep the CD - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 236
the start of the next track. Pressing either arrow for more than two seconds scans the previous or next tracks at five to eight seconds per track. SCAN and the track number displays. Press either arrow to stop scanning. o TUNE p: Turning the TUNE knob fast tracks reverse or advances through tracks - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 237
upside down. The air is very humid. radio system may have problem. CD Messages CHECK CD: If this message appears on the display and/or the CD ejects, it could be for one of the following reasons: • It is very hot. When the temperature returns to normal, the CD should play. • You are driving - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 238
broadcasting the selected type of programming • Receive announcements concerning local and national emergencies • Display messages from radio stations This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and only works when the information is available. In rare cases, a radio - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 239
, then hold the knob until a beep sounds. The selected display becomes the default. AUTO VOL (Automatic Volume): With automatic volume, the audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive by increasing the volume as vehicle speed increases. Set the volume at the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 240
Finding a Station BAND: Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1 or XM2 (if equipped). The display shows the selection. o TUNE p: Turn this knob to select radio stations. To scan preset stations, press and hold either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows for more than four seconds. PSC - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 241
or speaker controls displays. ALL CENTERED displays and a beep sounds. AUTO EQ (Automatic Equalization): Press this button to select customized equalization . The radio saves separate AUTO EQ settings for each preset and source. If the radio has the Bose® audio system, the equalization settings are - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 242
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, push and release the AUDIO knob until BAL (balance) displays. Turn the knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers. To adjust the fade between the front and rear speakers, - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 243
The radio can switch to stations with a stronger frequency. To turn alternate frequency off, press and hold BAND again for two seconds. AF OFF function does not apply for XM™ Satellite Radio Service. Setting Preset PTYs (RDS Only) These pushbuttons have factory PTY presets. Up to 12 PTYs (six FM1 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 244
etc. If the entire message is not displayed, parts of the message appears every three seconds. To scroll the THEFTLOCK® system has locked up. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service. If any Calibration Error): The audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. If CAL ERR - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 245
handled. There can be an increase in skipping, difficulty in finding tracks, and/or difficulty in loading and ejecting. If these problems occur, check , use only CDs in good condition without any label, load one CD light, located to the right of the slot, to turn green. 4. Load a CD. Insert the CD part - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 246
, located to the right of the slot, begins to flash and EJECT ALL displays. 2. Once the light stops flashing, REMOVE CD # displays. The CD ejects and can be removed. Once the CD is removed, the indicator light begins flashing again and another CD ejects. To stop ejecting the CDs, press the eject button - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 247
If the CD is not removed, after 25 seconds, the CD automatically pulls back into the player. If Do not repeatedly press the CD eject button to eject a CD after you have tried to push it in manually. The player's 25-second eject timer resets at each press of eject, causing the player to not eject the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 248
is stored whenever a CD is played. For more information on AUTO EQ, see "AUTO EQ" listed previously in this section. INFO (Information): Press this CD. See "LOAD CD" listed previously in this section for more information. 2. Check to see that the CD changer is not in song list mode. S-LIST should - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 249
3. Select the desired CD by pressing the numbered pushbutton and then use the SEEK or TYPE right arrow to locate the track to be saved. The track begins to play. 4. Press and hold the SONG LIST button to save the track into memory. When SONG LIST is pressed, one beep sounds. After two seconds of - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 250
S-LIST is removed from the display. CD Messages CHECK CD: If this driving on a very rough road. When the road becomes smoother, the CD should play. • The CD is dirty, scratched, wet, or upside down. • The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and try again. • There could have been a problem - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 251
BAND button to select a different source. When the RSE system is turned off, the DVD symbol goes off of the radio display and RSE OFF displays 2. • Create a folder structure that makes it easy to find songs while driving. Organize songs by albums using one folder for each album. Each folder or album - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 252
the length of the file, folder, or playlist names. You can also play an MP3 CD that was recorded using no file folders. The system can support up to 11 folders in depth, though, keep the depth of the folders to a minimum in order to keep down the complexity and confusion in - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 253
section for more information. The new track name appears on the display. File System and Naming The song name that displays is the song name that is track name. Track names longer than 32 characters or four pages are shortened. Parts of words on the last page of text and the extension of the fi - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 254
has been handled. There can be an increase in skipping, difficulty in finding tracks, and/or difficulty in loading and ejecting. If these problems occur, check the bottom the CD player. When using the CD player, use only CDs in good condition without any label, load one CD at a time, and keep the CD - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 255
. Once all of the tracks a current folder or playlist have played the system moves on to the next folder or playlist and play all of the tracks for more than two seconds searches the previous or next tracks at two tracks per second. Release the button to stop searching and to play the track. o - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 256
DISPL (Display): Press this knob to switch between track mode, folder/playlist mode, and time of day mode. The display shows only eight characters, but there can be up to four pages of text. If there are more than eight characters in the song, folder, or playlist name, they are displayed if the knob - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 257
Explicit Language Channels) Condition XL on the Loss of signal The system is functioning correctly, but return. The audio system is acquiring and processing currently in service. Tune to system is working properly. No Signal Loading XM Acquiring channel audio (after 4 second delay) Channel not in service - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 258
Not Found XM Locked Condition Song/Program Title not The system is working properly. No category information is available at this time on this channel. The system is vehicle serviced, check with your dealer. Radio ID Radio ID label (channel 0) If tuned to channel 0, this message alternates with - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 259
display messages. Radio Display Message Condition Action Required XL (Explicit Language system is acquiring and processing audio and (after 4 second delay) text data. No action is needed. This message should disappear shortly. Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 260
intended to minimize driver distraction. Technology alone, no matter how advanced, can never replace your own judgment. See the Navigation System manual for some tips to help you reduce distractions while driving. Rear Seat Entertainment System Your vehicle may have a DVD Rear Seat Entertainment - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 261
(if equipped) or use XM™ Satellite Radio Service (if equipped), you will hear the audio for these sources, instead of the DVD or CD that is currently playing through the RSE. 261 Before You Drive The RSE system is for rear seat passengers only. The driver cannot safely view the video screen while - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 262
the complete headphone set. The headphone replacement foam ear pads can be ordered in pairs. See your dealer for more information. Battery Replacement To change the batteries, do the following: 1. Loosen the screw on the battery compartment door located on the left side of the headphone earpiece - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 263
instructions for proper connection of the auxiliary device. To use the auxiliary inputs on the RSE system, connect an external auxiliary device to the color enter button to accept the change. Audio Output Audio from the DVD player or auxiliary inputs may be heard through the following possible - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 264
the speaker volume on the radio, if necessary. If the RSE system power is not on, the RSE system will not be an available source on the radio. Refer to video screen is not in use, push it up into its latched position. The DVD player and display will continue to operate when the screen is in the up or - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 265
"Remote Control" later in this section for more information. The DVD player power may be turned on when the ignition is in RUN, ACCESSORY, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. The RSE system DVD player is only compatible with DVDs of the appropriate region code for the country that the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 266
button to turn the RSE system on and off. The power indicator light will illuminate when the power is on. X (Eject): Press this button to eject a DVD or CD. SRCE (Source): Press this button to switch between the DVD player and an auxiliary source. color, tint, brightness, contrast, display mode - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 267
loading slot. The DVD player will continue loading the disc and the player will automatically start, if the vehicle is in RUN, ACCESSORY, or when RAP DVDs will begin playing after the previews have finished. If the DVD does not begin to play the main title, refer to the on-screen instructions. DVD - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 268
may damage it, and the repairs will not be covered by your warranty. Keep the remote control stored in a cool, dry place. To extend the life of the batteries, the remote control does not have a press and hold feature. Ejecting a Disc (DVD Player without Sunroof) Press the eject button on the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 269
Set-up Menu): Press this button to adjust the color, tint, brightness, contrast, display mode, and dynamic range compression. The dynamic range compression feature can be used to reduce loud audio and increase low audio produced by some DVDs. e (Audio): Press this button to display a menu that will - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 270
10 seconds if no other button is pressed while the backlight is on. | (Camera Angle): Press this button to change camera angles on DVDs that have this feature when a DVD is playing. The format and content of this function will vary for each disc. { (Subtitle): Press this button to turn on subtitles - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 271
forwarding, press this button again. This button may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews. Battery Replacement To change the batteries, do the following: 1. Remove the battery compartment door located on the bottom of the remote control. 2. Replace the two AA - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 272
The disc was ejected, but it was pulled back into the DVD player. Recommended Action The ignition might not be in on or accessory. The parental control button might have been turned on. The power indicator light will flash. The system might be off. The parental control button might have been turned - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 273
source mode. Check the auxiliary input connections at both devices. Turn the DVD power off, then on, then press the load/eject button on the DVD player. Do not attempt to forcibly remove the disc from the DVD player. This could permanently damage the disc and DVD player. Problem Sometimes the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 274
(GPS)*, two-way radios, mobile fax, or walkie talkies. It may be necessary to turn off the DVD player when operating one of these devices in or near the vehicle. * Excludes the OnStar® System. Cleaning the Video Screen Pour some isopropyl or rubbing alcohol on a clean cloth and gently wipe the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 275
may listen to and control cassette tapes, CDs, or DVDs through the headphones while the driver listens to the radio through the front speakers. The rear when the main radio is off. P (Power): Press this button to turn the system on or off. The rear speakers will be muted when the power is turned on - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 276
the radio is moved to a different vehicle, it does not operate and LOCKED displays. When the radio and vehicle are turned off, the blinking red light indicates that THEFTLOCK® is armed. With THEFTLOCK® activated, the radio does not operate if stolen. 276 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 277
vehicle has this feature, some audio functions can be adjusted at the steering wheel. They include the following: Q SOURCE R: Press this button to switch between this button to interact with the OnStar system. See the OnStar® System on page 129 in this manual for more information. ® If your vehicle - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 278
the item from the accessory power outlet. FM Stereo FM stereo gives the best sound, but FM signals reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km). Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals, causing the sound to fade in and out. XM™ Satellite Radio Service XM™ Satellite Radio - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 279
and DVDs Handle CDs mechanism. Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged. If the mast should ever become slightly bent it out by hand. If the mast is badly bent, replace it. Check occasionally to make sure the mast is still tightened to the fender. - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 280
radio reception. If your vehicle has a sunroof, the performance of the XM™ system may be affected if the sunroof is open. Loading items onto the roof of your will appear on the radio display. Removing the radio and not replacing it with a factory radio or chime module will disable vehicle chimes. 280 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 281
Road, and Your Vehicle ...282 Defensive Driving ...282 Drunken Driving ...283 Control of a Vehicle ...286 Braking ...286 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ...287 Braking in Emergencies ...289 Locking Rear Axle ...289 StabiliTrak® System ...289 All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System ...293 Steering ...294 Off-Road - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 282
of accidents. Yet they are common. Allow enough following distance. Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task. Anything that distracts from the driving task makes proper defensive driving more difficult and can even cause a collision, with resulting injury. Ask - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 283
safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive. But what if people do? How much is "too much" if someone plans to drive? problem. The Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of someone who is drinking depends upon four things: • The amount of alcohol consumed • The drinker's body weight - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 284
woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight will when each has the same number of drinks. The law in most U.S. states 0.05 percent in both France and Germany. The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0.04 percent. The BAC will be over 0.10 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 285
else about drinking and driving that many people do not know. Medical research shows that alcohol in a person's system can make crash injuries serious - or even fatal - collision if you drive after drinking. Please do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking. Ride home in a - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 286
accessories can affect your vehicle's performance. See Accessories and Modifications on page 356. Braking See Brake System Warning Light on page 186. Braking driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another. Age, physical condition, alertness, coordination, and eyesight all play a part - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 287
skid. When you start your engine and begin to drive away, ABS will check itself. You may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this test is going on. This is normal. If there is a problem with ABS, this warning light will stay on. See Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light on page 187. Along - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 288
ABS can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard. Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 289
combines antilock brake, traction and stability control systems and helps the driver maintain directional control of the vehicle in most driving conditions. Traction control activates when the controller senses wheel spin. StabiliTrak® will selectively apply the brakes and reduce engine torque to - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 290
be off and no DIC messages will be displayed. TRACTION CONTROL OFF - The driver can modify the engine speed management system by momentarily pressing the StabiliTrak® button on the transmission shift handle. The StabiliTrak® light will come on and TRACTION CONTROL OFF will be displayed. For vehicles - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 291
the controller detects excessive wheel spin in this mode, the StabiliTrak® indicator light may blink and the STABILITRAK ACTIVE message may be displayed to warn the driver that damage may occur to the transfer case. It is recommended to leave the system on for normal driving conditions, but it may - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 292
Off Mode (StabiliTrak® indicator light will flash when system first enters this mode). StabiliTrak® system activates using engine speed management, brake traction control, and/or stability control. StabiliTrak® system is disabled due to a system fault. StabiliTrak® system is disabled due to a failure - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 293
(or StabiliTrak® service light) does not clear itself after restarting the vehicle, you should see your dealer for service. Adding non-GM accessories can affect your vehicle's performance. See Accessories and Modifications on page 356 for more information. All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System Your vehicle - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 294
Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort. The traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface, the angle at which the curve is - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 295
. See Braking on page 286. It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision. Then steer around the problem, to the left or right depending on the space available. An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 296
Off-Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you are driving. Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 297
that someone is not trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle. Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot. • Check your vehicle's mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 298
vehicle. Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions, and by not overdriving those conditions. But skids are always possible. The three types of skids correspond to your vehicle's three control systems. In the braking skid, your wheels are not rolling - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 299
Brake System (ABS) helps avoid only the braking skid. Off-Road Driving This off-road guide is for vehicles that have all-wheel drive. If your vehicle does not have all-wheel drive, you should not drive conditions - features like all-wheel drive service. Also, see Braking on page 286. Off-road driving - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 300
, are properly attached. Is there enough fuel? Is the spare tire fully inflated? Are the fluid levels up where they should be? What are the local laws that apply to off-roading where you will be driving? If you do not know, you should check with law enforcement people in the area - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 301
wheel-spinning, breaking down trees, or unnecessary driving through streams or over soft ground. • Always carry a litter bag - make sure all refuse is removed from the heat of the vehicle's exhaust system. Environmental Concerns Off-road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying recreation. - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 302
. • You have less time to react. • You have more vehicle bounce when you drive over obstacles. • You will need more distance for braking, especially since you are on an unpaved surface. {CAUTION: When you are driving off-road, bouncing and quick changes in direction can easily throw you out of - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 303
driving can take you over many different kinds of terrain. You need to be familiar with the terrain and its many different features. Here are some things to consider. Surface Conditions slipping, sliding, wheel spinning, delayed acceleration, poor traction, and longer braking distances. Surface - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 304
important to avoid sudden acceleration, sudden turns, or sudden braking. In a way, off-road driving requires a different kind of alertness from driving on paved roads and highways. There are no road signs, posted speed limits, or signal lights. You have to use your own good judgment about what - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 305
Approaching a Hill When you approach a hill, you need to decide if it is one of those hills that is just too steep to climb, descend, or cross. Steepness can be hard to judge. On a very small hill, for example, there may be a smooth, constant incline with only a small change in elevation where you - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 306
the hill and try to maintain your speed. Do not use more power than you need, because you do not want your wheels to start spinning or sliding. • Try to drive straight up the hill if at all possible. If the path twists and turns, you might want to find another route - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 307
back down the hill with your wheels straight rather than in the left or right direction. Turning the wheel too far to the left or brake pedal pressed and the parking brake still applied, shift the transmission to PARK (P) and restart the engine. Then shift to REVERSE (R), release the parking brake - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 308
vehicle headed straight down, and use a low gear. This way, engine drag can help the brakes and they will not have to do all the work. Descend serious accident. Apply the brakes lightly when descending a hill and use a low gear to keep vehicle speed under control. Driving Downhill When off-roading - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 309
is what to do. 1. Stop your vehicle by applying the regular brakes. Apply the parking brake. 2. Shift to PARK (P) and, while still braking, restart the engine. 3. Shift back to a low gear, release the parking brake, and drive straight down. 4. If the engine will not start, get out and get help. 309 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 310
- may not prevent the vehicle from tilting and rolling over. Also, driving across an incline puts more weight on the downhill wheels. This could cause a downhill slide or a rollover. • Surface conditions can be a problem when you drive across a hill. Loose gravel, muddy spots, or even wet grass can - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 311
out and "walk the course" so you know what the surface is like before you drive it. Stalling on an Incline If your vehicle stalls when you are crossing an incline, you, and any passengers, get out on the uphill side, even if the door there is harder to open. If you get out on the downhill side and - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 312
, Sand, Snow, or Ice When you drive in mud, snow, or sand, the wheels will not get good traction. You cannot accelerate as quickly, turning is more difficult, and you will need longer braking distances. It is best to use a low gear when you are in mud -the deeper the mud, the lower - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 313
enough to cover your wheel hubs, axles, or exhaust pipe, do not try it - you probably will not get through. Also, water that deep can damage the axle and other vehicle parts. If the water is not too deep, drive slowly through it. At faster speeds, water splashes on your vehicle's ignition system and - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 314
operation in mud or sand, have the brake linings cleaned and checked. These substances can cause glazing and uneven braking. Check the body structure, steering, suspension, wheels, tires, and exhaust system for damage. Also, check the fuel lines and cooling system for any leakage. Your vehicle will - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 315
eyes will have less trouble adjusting to night. But if you are driving, do not wear sunglasses lighted objects. Just as the headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim, so should your eyes be examined regularly. Some drivers suffer from night blindness - the inability to see in dim light - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 316
for driving on dry pavement. 316 Wet brakes can cause accidents. They may not work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side. You could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 317
Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. But if you cannot, try to slow down before you hit them. Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds. There just is - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 318
spray. • Have good tires with proper tread depth. See Tires on page 411. {CAUTION: Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces. If you try to drive through flowing water, as you might at a low water crossing, your vehicle can be carried away. As little as six inches of flowing water can - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 319
before you start to move, check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light. One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You will want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 320
right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving. Too-fast or too-slow driving breaks the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp, you should begin to check traffic. Try to right lane unless you want to pass. Mile for mile, freeways - also called thruways, parkways, - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 321
are not fresh - such as after a day's work - do not plan to make too many miles that first part of the journey. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in. Is your vehicle ready for a long trip? If you keep it serviced and maintained, it is ready to go. If it needs - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 322
Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape? • Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked all levels? • Lamps: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean? • Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough for long-distance driving? Are the tires all inflated to - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 323
make your trips safer and more enjoyable. See Off-Road Driving on page 299 for information about driving off-road. • Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system, and transmission. These parts can work hard on mountain roads. {CAUTION: If you do - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 324
center of the road. Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane. • As you go over the top of a hill, be alert. There could be something in your lane, like a stalled car or an accident. • You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems. Examples are long - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 325
uid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth, and reflective warning triangles. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece of old carpet, or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction. Be sure you properly secure - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 326
or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of condition - smooth ice, packed, blowing, or loose snow - drive with caution. Accelerate gently. Try not to break the fragile traction. If you accelerate too fast, the drive wheels - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 327
stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement. See Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) on page 287. • Allow greater following distance on any slippery road. • Watch for slippery spots. The road might be fine until you hit a spot that is covered - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 328
that is blocking your exhaust pipe. And check around again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there. You can run the engine to keep warm, This will help keep CO out. Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little faster than - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 329
you or others could be injured. And, the transmission or other parts of the vehicle can overheat. That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage. When you are stuck, spin the wheels as little as possible. Do not spin the wheels above 35 mph (55 km/h) as shown on the speedometer. Notice - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 330
and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear. By slowly spinning the wheels in the Weight Rating (GVWR), or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, and it can change the way your vehicle handles - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 331
to the center pillar (B-pillar). With the driver's door open, you will find the label attached below the door lock post (striker). The tire and loading information label shows the number of occupant seating positions (A), and the maximum vehicle capacity weight (B) in kilograms and pounds. 331 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 332
combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs. 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. See Towing - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 333
lbs (68 kg) × 2 = Available Occupant and Cargo Weight = Total 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 300 lbs (136 kg) 700 lbs (317 kg) Item A B C Example 2 Description Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs (68 kg) × 5 = Available Cargo Weight = Total 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 750 lbs (136 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 334
as you load and unload your vehicle. See Electronically Controlled Air Suspension System on page 337 for additional information. Certification/Tire Label Example 3 Item A B C Description Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 = Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs (91 kg) × 5 = Total 1,000 lbs (453 kg - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 335
or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, and it can change the way your vehicle handles. These could cause you to lose control and crash. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle. Using heavier suspension components to get added durability - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 336
a crash. • Put things in the cargo area of your vehicle. Try to spread the weight evenly. • Never stack heavier things, like suitcases, inside the vehicle so that some of for off-road driving in this manual. See "Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving" under Off-Road Driving on page 299. 336 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 337
"dolly towing" (towing your vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a "dolly"). Electronically Controlled Air Suspension System Your vehicle is equipped with an electronically controlled air suspension system that automatically keeps your vehicle level as you - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 338
outlet. Remove the in light flashing, but if it is you should have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible. Overload Protection The air suspension system is equipped with overload protection. Overload protection is designed to protect the air suspension system, and it is an indicator to the driver - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 339
trailering capacity of your vehicle, you should read the information in "Weight of the Trailer" that appears later in this section. Trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself. Trailering means changes in acceleration, braking, handling, durability and fuel economy. Successful - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 340
in this section. • Don't tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles (800 km) your new vehicle is driven. Your engine, axle or other parts could be damaged. • Then, during the first 500 miles (800 km) that you tow a trailer, don't drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) and don't make starts at full throttle - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 341
nd the maximum trailer weight for your vehicle. Vehicle 2WD (L6 Engine) AWD (L6 Engine) 2WD (V8 Engine) AWD (V8 Engine) Axle Ratio 3. Warranty and Owner Assistance Information Booklet. In Canada, write to: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 342
an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the weight, too. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 330 for more information about your vehicle's maximum load capacity. The trailer tongue weight - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 343
be limited by the vehicle's ability to carry tongue weight. Tongue weight cannot cause the vehicle to exceed the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) or the RGAWR (Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating). The effect of additional weight may reduce your trailering capacity more than the total of the additional - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 344
axle weight and 400 lbs (181 kg) to the rear axle weight. Your think you must limit tongue weight to less than 1,000 lbs weight is about 1.5 times the actual weight. Dividing the 900 lbs (408 kg) by 1.5 leaves you with being able to handle only 600 lbs (272 kg) of tongue weight. Since tongue weight - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 345
label at the rear edge of the driver's door or see Loading Your Vehicle on page 330 for more information. Then be sure you don't go over the GVW limit for your vehicle, or the GAWR, including the weight of the trailer tongue. If you use a weight distributing hitch, make sure you don't go - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 346
be adequate. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you'll be able to install, adjust and maintain them properly. Your trailer's brake system can tap into the vehicle's hydraulic brake system only if: • The trailer parts can withstand 3,000 psi (20 650 kPa) of pressure - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 347
the air inside your vehicle. See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 170. Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you'll want to get to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 348
Before you start, check all trailer hitch parts and attachments, safety chains, electrical connection, lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. If the trailer has electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working. - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 349
you may think drivers behind you are seeing your signal when they are not. It's important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working. You can tow in DRIVE (D). You may want to shift the transmission to THIRD (3) or a lower gear, under heavy loads or hilly conditions. When - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 350
PARK (P) yet. When parking uphill, turn your wheels away from the curb. When parking downhill, turn your wheels into the curb. 2. Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels. 3. When the wheel chocks are in place, release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load. 4. Reapply the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 351
. Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid (don't overfill), engine oil, axle lubricant, belt(s), cooling system and brake system. Each of these is covered in this manual, and the Index will help you find them quickly. If you're trailering, it's a good - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 352
the battery. Your vehicle is also equipped with wiring for an electric trailer brake controller. These wires are located inside the vehicle on the driver's side under the instrument panel. These wires should be connected to an electric trailer brake controller by your dealer or a qualified service - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 353
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Radiator Pressure Cap ...382 Engine Overheating ...382 Cooling System ...384 Engine Fan Noise ...390 Power Steering Fluid ...390 Windshield Washer Fluid ...391 Brakes ...392 Battery ...396 Jump Starting ...397 All-Wheel Drive ...402 Rear Axle ...402 Front Axle - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 354
and Tire Balance ...431 Wheel Replacement ...432 Tire Chains ...433 Accessory Inflator ...434 If a Tire Goes Flat ...435 Changing a Flat Tire ...436 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ...438 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire ...440 Secondary Latch System ...446 Storing a Flat or - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 355
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...465 Engine Compartment Fuse Block ...465 Rear Underseat Fuse Block ...471 Capacities and Specifications ...474 Electrical System ...464 Add-On Electrical Equipment ...464 Headlamps ...464 Windshield Wiper Fuses ...464 Power Windows - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 356
not covered by warranty. GM Accessories are designed to complement and function with other systems on your vehicle. Your GM dealer can accessorize your vehicle using genuine GM Accessories. When you go to your GM dealer and ask for GM Accessories, you will know that GM-trained and supported service - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 357
harm. Engine exhaust, many parts and systems (including some service your vehicle than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 517. Your vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to do your own service work, see Servicing - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 358
you drive, commonly referred to as spark knock. If this occurs, use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible. If you are using gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher and you hear heavy knocking, your engine needs service. Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 359
is determined that the condition is caused by the type of fuel used, repairs may not be covered by your warranty. Additives To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming, allowing - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 360
be hard to find. Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel would not be covered by your warranty. To check the fuel availability, ask an auto club, or contact a major oil company that does business in the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 361
when refueling your vehicle. This is against the law in some places. Keep children away from the fuel pump; never let children pump fuel. The tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged fuel door on the driver's side of the vehicle. To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly counterclockwise. 361 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 362
or overfill the tank and wait a few seconds after you have finished pumping before removing the nozzle. Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible. See Washing Your Vehicle on page 457. When replacing the fuel cap, turn it clockwise until it clicks. Make sure the cap is fully installed. The - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 363
panel to let you know if your gas cap is not properly installed. See Check Gas Cap Light on page 197 for more information. Filling a Portable Fuel Container {CAUTION: Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity remove the nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 364
the hood, first pull the handle with this symbol on it. It is located inside the vehicle under the instrument panel on the driver's side. {CAUTION: Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire. These include liquids like fuel, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and other - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 365
are on properly. Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the prop rod. Remove the prop rod from its slot in the hood and return the prop to its inches (15 to 20 cm) above the vehicle and release it to latch fully. Check to make sure the hood is closed and repeat the process if necessary. 2. Then - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 366
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 4.2L L6 engine, here is what you will see: 366 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 367
Oil on page 369. I. Remote Negative (−) Terminal (Marked GND). See Jump Starting on page 397. J. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir. See "Brake Fluid" under Brakes on page 392. K. Battery. See Battery on page 396. L. Engine Compartment Fuse Block. See Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 465. 367 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 368
When you open the hood on the 5.3L V8 engine, here is what you will see: 368 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 369
Battery on page 396. Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check the engine oil every time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop. See Engine Compartment Overview - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 370
area (F) that shows the proper operating range for the L6 engine or above the cross-hatched area for the V8 engine, the engine could be damaged. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 366 for the location of the engine oil fill cap. L6 Engine V8 Engine If the oil is below the L mark for the L6 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 371
as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and showing the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty. GM Goodwrench® oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle. 371 Look for two - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 372
necessary. A CHANGE ENGINE OIL message in the Driver Information Center (DIC) will come. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 202. Change your oil as soon as possible within the next 600 miles (1 000 km). It is possible that, if you are driving under the best conditions, the oil life system may not - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 373
engine oil life system has not reset. Repeat the procedure. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 198 to reset the system. What to Do with Used Oil Used engine you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil, ask your dealer, a service station, or a local recycling center for help. 373 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 374
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter See Engine Compartment Overview on page 366 for the location of the engine air cleaner/filter. How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter To inspect the air cleaner/filter remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to release loose dust and dirt. If the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 375
sure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get a false reading on the dipstick. Notice: Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission. Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. Too little fluid - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 376
the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures are above 50°F (10°C). If it is colder than 50°F (10°C), drive the vehicle in THIRD (3) until the engine temperature gage moves and then remains steady for 10 minutes. A cold fluid check can be made after the vehicle - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 377
these steps: 1. Flip the handle up and then remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel. The automatic transmission dipstick handle with this symbol on it is located in the engine compartment on the passenger's side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 366 for - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 378
damage your vehicle, and the damages may not be covered by your warranty. Always use the automatic transmission fluid listed in Check Automatic Transmission Fluid," earlier in this section. • When the correct fluid level is obtained, push the dipstick back in all the way; then flip the handle - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 379
heater core, or radiator corrosion. In addition, the engine coolant may require changing sooner, at the first maintenance service after each 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 24 months, whichever occurs first. Any repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always use DEX-COOL® (silicate-free) coolant in - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 380
. The repair cost would not be covered by your warranty. Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core, and other parts. If you have to add coolant more than four times a year, have your dealer check your cooling system. Notice: If you use extra inhibitors - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 381
Checking Coolant The engine coolant recovery tank is in the engine compartment on the passenger's side of the vehicle. The cap has this symbol on it. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 366 for more information on location. Adding Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL® - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 382
parts are hot enough. Do not spill coolant on a hot engine. Occasionally check the coolant level in the radiator. For information on how to add coolant to the radiator, see Cooling System on page 384. Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle's instrument panel - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 383
. You or others could be badly burned. Stop your engine if it overheats, and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool. Notice: If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty. 383 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 384
warning, you can drive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about 10 minutes. If the warning does not come back on, you can drive normally. If the engine and get everyone out of the vehicle until it cools down. You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right away. Cooling System - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 385
system. 5.3L V8 Engine A. Coolant Recovery Tank B. Radiator Pressure Cap C. Engine other engine parts, can be very hot. Do not engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could cause an engine fire, and you could be burned. Get any leak fixed before you drive - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 386
pedal down. If it does not, your vehicle needs service. Turn off the engine. Notice: Engine damage from running your engine without coolant is not covered by your warranty. Notice: Using coolant other than DEX-COOL® may cause premature engine, heater core, or radiator corrosion. In addition, the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 387
cap, is hot. Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap. {CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Do not spill coolant - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 388
to the Radiator 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and pressure cap. Remove the pressure cap. 388 3. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX-COOL® coolant mixture, up to the base of the filler neck. See Engine Coolant on page - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 389
cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure cap off. 6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fan. 7. By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 390
cooling fan. When the clutch is engaged, the fan spins faster to provide more air to cool the engine. In most everyday driving conditions the clutch is not engaged. This improves fuel economy and reduces fan noise. Under heavy vehicle loading, trailer towing, and/or high outside temperatures, the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 391
check the power steering fluid, do the following: 1. Turn the key off and let the engine compartment cool down. 2. Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean. 3. Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. 4. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. 5. Remove 's instructions before - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 392
coolant (antifreeze) in your windshield washer. It can damage your washer system and paint. 392 Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 366 for the location of the reservoir. There are only two reasons why - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 393
have too much fluid when you get new brake linings. You should add or remove brake fluid, as necessary, only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system. Checking Brake Fluid You can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap. Look at the brake fluid reservoir. The fluid level should be above - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 394
accident. When you hear the brake wear warning sound, have your vehicle serviced. Notice: Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads could result in costly brake repair. Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied. This does not - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 395
tires are rotated, inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque specifications. Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets. Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 396
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Vehicle Storage If you are not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, remove the black, negative - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 397
the electrical systems. To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling, set the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involved in the jump start procedure. Put an automatic transmission in PARK (P) or a manual transmission in NEUTRAL before setting the parking brake. If you have a four-wheel-drive - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 398
of the terminal on the battery. The remote negative (−) terminal is located on the front engine lift bracket on vehicles with the 4.2L L6 engine or the engine accessory drive bracket for vehicles with the 5.3L V8 engine, and is marked GND (Ground). See Engine Compartment Overview on page 366 for - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 399
badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running. 5. Check that the jumper cables do not have loose the good battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 8. Now connect the black negative (−) cable to the negative (−) terminal of the good battery. Use - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 400
the dead battery. If it will not start after a few tries, it probably needs service. Notice: If the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always connect and remove the jumper - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 401
battery. 2. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the vehicle with the good battery. 3. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the vehicle with the good battery. 4. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the other vehicle. Jumper Cable Removal A. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 402
All-Wheel Drive When to Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check fluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired. If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, located on the transfer - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 403
front axle fluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired. How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. The proper level is from 0 to 3/8 inch (0 to 10 mm - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 404
gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured. Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package. 404 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 405
two headlamp retaining clips. 4. Pull the headlamp assembly away from the vehicle to access the electrical connectors. 5. Remove the cover from the headlamp bulb. 6. Disconnect the wiring harness. 7. Remove the bulb socket by turning it counterclockwise. Pull the bulb from the socket. 8. Install the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 406
lining up the locator pins with the retainers in the vehicle's body. 11. Reinstall the two screws and tighten. 4. Unclip the wiring harness (A) and remove the three socket retaining screws (B). 5. Remove the socket plate. 6. Holding the socket, pull the old bulb to release it from the socket. 406 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 407
License Plate Lamp To replace one of these bulbs, do the following: 1. Remove the two screws holding the license plate lamp lens. Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Front Parking and Sidemarker Lamp Front Turn Signal Lamp License Plate Lamp - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 408
when no wiper blade is installed could damage the windshield. Any damage that occurs would not be covered by your warranty. Do not allow the wiper blade arm to touch the windshield. 1. To remove the old wiper blades, lift the wiper arm until it locks into a vertical position. A. Blade Assembly - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 409
3. Remove the insert from the blade assembly. The insert has two notches at one end that are locked by the bottom claws of the blade assembly. - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 410
Backglass Wiper Blade Replacement 1. Lift the wiper blade assembly up and out of the park rest position. 2. Pull the wiper blade assembly away from the backglass. The backglass wiper blade will not lock in a vertical position, so care should be used when pulling it away from the vehicle. 3. Rotate - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 411
. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your GM Warranty booklet for details. For additional information refer to a result of too much friction. You could have an air-out and a serious accident. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 330. CAUTION: (Continued - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 412
tire size code is a combination of letters and numbers used to define a particular tire's width, height, aspect ratio, construction type, and service description. See the "Tire Size" illustration later in this section for more detail. (B) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria Specification): Original - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 413
Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load. For information on recommended tire pressure see Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 419 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 330. Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire (A) Tire Size: The tire size code is a - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 414
of plies in the sidewall and under the tread. (G) Single Tire Maximum Load: Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load when used as a single. For information on recommended tire pressure see Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 419 and Loading Your Vehicle on - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 415
parts of a tire size. (A) Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire: The United States version of a metric tire sizing system. The letters LT as the first two characters in the tire size means a light truck tire engineered of the wheel in inches. (F) Service Description: The service description indicates - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 416
in pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa). Accessory Weight: This means the combined weight of optional accessories. Some examples of optional accessories are, automatic transmission/ transaxle, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Aspect Ratio - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 417
air pressure is molded onto the sidewall. Maximum Load Rating: The load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible inflation pressure for that tire. Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight: The sum of curb weight, accessory weight, vehicle capacity weight, and production options weight cars and some light - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 418
centerline of the tread. Rim: A metal support for a tire and upon which the tire beads A tire information system that provides consumers curb weight, accessory weight, occupant weight, and cargo weight. Vehicle Placard: A label permanently attached to a vehicle showing the vehicle's capacity weight - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 419
Reduced fuel economy If your tires have too much air (over-inflation), you can get the following: • Unusual wear • Poor handling • Rough ride • Needless damage from road hazards A Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the vehicle's center pillar (B-pillar), below the driver's door latch - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 420
located in the vehicle. The TPMS is designed to alert the driver if a low tire pressure condition exists. If your vehicle has the Driver Information Center (DIC) steering wheel control buttons, tire pressure levels may also be checked through the DIC. See "Tire Pressures" under DIC Operation and - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 421
conditions, that the tire pressure monitor light, located on the instrument panel cluster, and the CHECK fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle's handling and stopping ability. Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 422
system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check pressure condition but - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 423
process has started. The TPMS warning light should continue flashing throughout the matching procedure. 4. Start with the driver's side front tire. 5. Remove the valve cap from the valve cap stem. Activate the TPMS sensor by increasing or decreasing the tire's air pressure for 10 seconds, then stop - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 424
rear tire, and repeat the procedure in Step 5. 8. Proceed to the driver's side rear tire, and repeat the procedure in Step 5. 9. After hearing the confirming horn chirp for the driver's side rear tire, check to see if the TPMS warning light is still flashing. If yes, turn the ignition switch to LOCK - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 425
miles (8 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels. See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 426 and Wheel The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) sensors will need to be - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 426
Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See "Wheel Nut Torque" under Capacities and Specifications on page 474. When It Is Time for New Tires One way to tell when it is time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 427
the overall performance of your vehicle, including brake system performance, ride and handling, traction control, and tire pressure monitoring lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes, brands, or types (radial and bias-belted tires) the vehicle may not handle properly, and you - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 428
size than your original equipment wheels and tires, this may affect the way your vehicle performs, including its braking, ride and handling characteristics, stability, and resistance to rollover. Additionally, if your vehicle has electronic systems such as, anti-lock brakes, traction control, and - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 429
you will crash and suffer serious injury. Only use GM specific wheel and tire systems developed for your vehicle, and have them properly installed by a GM certified technician. See Buying New Tires on page 427 and Accessories and Modifications on page 356 for additional information. Quality grades - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 430
a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in road characteristics and climate. Traction - AA, A, B, C The traction - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 431
controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory be checked. If you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road, your tires and wheels may - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 432
parts. This way, you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts for your vehicle. {CAUTION: Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous. It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle, make your tires lose air - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 433
for use on your vehicle and tire size combination and road conditions. Follow that manufacturer's instructions. To help avoid damage to your vehicle, drive slowly, re-adjust or remove the device if it is contacting your vehicle, and do not spin your wheels. If you do find traction devices that will - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 434
require more than five minutes to inflate, such as an air mattress. The accessory inflator is located in the rear compartment on the driver's side of the vehicle, behind an access cover, and near the liftgate opening. You may also have an air inflator kit that is located in the rear floor storage - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 435
tabs at the back of the cover, put it in place and latch the tabs. If the indicator light on the accessory inflator flashes continuously, it could indicate that there is a malfunction in the air suspension system. See Electronically Controlled Air Suspension System on page 337 for more information - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 436
steer. Gently brake to a stop, well off the road if possible. Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a only for changing a flat tire. If a tire goes flat, the next part shows how to use the jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely. 436 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 437
CAUTION: (Continued) 3. Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised. . When your vehicle has a flat tire, use the following example as a guide to assist you in the placement of wheel blocks. The following information will tell you next how to use the jack and change a - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 438
Seat Operation on page 16 for more information. The tools you will be using include the wheel wrench (A), wheel blocks (B), extension(s), (socket end) (C), handle (jack end) (D), and jack (E). A. B. C. D. E. Wheel Wrench Hoist Shaft Extension Retainer Spare or Flat Tire (Valve Stem Pointed Up) To - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 439
The following instructions explain how to remove the underbody-mounted spare located underneath your vehicle. Notice: If you remove or restow a tire from/to the storage position under the vehicle when it is supported by a jack, you could damage the tire and/or your vehicle. Always remove or restow a - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 440
before the spare tire or secondary latch system cable has been reinstalled, you could damage your vehicle. Always reinstall this cable before driving your vehicle. 7. Put the spare tire near the flat tire. 1. If your vehicle has a wheel cap that covers the wheel nuts, position the chisel end of the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 441
all the wheel nuts. Do not remove them yet. Front Position Rear Position 3. Turn the jack adjusting knob clockwise by hand to raise the jack lift head. 4. Place the handle, extension, and wheel wrench onto the jack. A. B. C. D. E. Front Frame/Rear Axle Jack Handle Extension Wheel Wrench 441 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 442
could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. {CAUTION: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned vehicle. 6. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 443
, to get all the rust or dirt off. 8. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces, and spare wheel. {CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 444
the rounded end is toward the wheel. 11. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. If a nut cannot be turned by hand, use the wheel wrench and see your dealer as soon as possible. 12. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 445
to the proper torque specification. See Capacities and Specifications on page 474 for wheel nut torque specification. Notice: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 446
-mounted tire hoist assembly equipped with a secondary latch system. It is designed to stop the spare tire from stem pointing up. See Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools on page 450 for instructions on storing the spare or flat tire correctly. {CAUTION: Someone standing too close during the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 447
the spare tire from the secondary latch, do the following: 1. Check under the vehicle to see if the cable is visible. If it is not visible, proceed to Step 6. 2. If visible, first try to tighten the cable by turning the wheel wrench clockwise until you hear two clicks or feel it skip - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 448
the extension into the hoist shaft hole on a 45 degree angle downward. 6. Attach the jack handle, extension(s) and the wheel wrench to the jack and place it under the vehicle towards the front of the rear bumper. Position the center lift point of the jack under the center of the spare tire. 7. Turn - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 449
extension connects to the hoist shaft. Notice: If you drive away before the spare tire or secondary latch system cable has been reinstalled, you could damage your vehicle. Always reinstall this cable before driving your vehicle. 14. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the cable back up if the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 450
properly with the valve stem pointing up and have the wheel repaired as soon as possible. {CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 451
retainer (D) through the wheel opening. 4. Put the socket end of the extension (C) through the hole just above the rear bumper at a 45 degree the vehicle. 2. Remove the wheel cap, if the vehicle has one, from the flat tire by tapping the backside of the wheel cap with the wheel wrench (A). Store - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 452
proper location in the vehicle as shown next. A. Handle B. Wheel Wrench C. Instruction Label D. Extension E. Knob F. Wheel Blocks and Jack 1. Attach the handle (A), wheel wrench (B) and extension (D) in the slots provided. 2. Roll up the instruction label (C) and return to the slot in the tool - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 453
air over time, so check its inflation pressure regularly. See Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 419 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 330 for information regarding proper tire inflation and loading your vehicle. For instruction on how to remove color to your home furnishings may also transfer color - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 454
effectiveness of soil removal. • Use only mild, neutral-pH soaps. Avoid laundry detergents or dishwashing soaps with degreasers. Using too much soap will leave a residue that leaves streaks and attracts dirt. For liquid cleaners, about 20 drops per gallon (3.78 L) of water is a good guide. • Do not - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 455
soil with a paper towel. Allow the soil to absorb into the paper towel until no more can be removed. • For solid dry soils: remove as much as possible and then vacuum. To clean, use the following instructions: 1. Saturate a lint-free, clean white cloth with water or club soda. 2. Wring the cloth to - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 456
remove Never use spot lifters or spot removers on leather. Many commercial leather Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remove gently remove dust and dirt. Never use spot lifters or removers on gloss on your instrument panel. The increase in gloss - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 457
Your Vehicle The paint finish on the vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention, and durability. The best way to preserve the vehicle the sun. Use a car washing soap. Do not use strong soaps or chemical detergents. Be sure to rinse the vehicle well, removing all soap residue completely. - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 458
lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle on page 457. Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish. You can get - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 459
with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied. Notice: Using chrome polish on aluminum wheels could damage the wheels. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Use chrome polish on chrome wheels only. The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of the vehicle. Do not - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 460
carbide tire cleaning brushes, you could damage the aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Never drive a vehicle equipped with aluminum or chrome-plated wheels through an automatic car wash that uses silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes. Do not - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 461
these are not removed, corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan, and exhaust system even though they dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you. Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 462
chrome or stainless steel. Removes soil and black marks from whitewalls. Cleans vinyl. Removes dirt, grime, smoke and fingerprints. Removes dirt and grime from chrome wheels and wire wheel covers. Removes . Cleans and lightly waxes. Biodegradable and phosphate free. Quickly removes spots and stains - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 463
vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver's side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the Certification/Tire and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration. 463 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 464
Electrical System Add-On Electrical Equipment Notice: Do not add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage would not be covered by your warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 465
in the engine compartment on the driver's side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 366 for more information on location. Remove the primary cover by pressing the two locking tabs. Remove the secondary cover by snapping off while lifting. To reinstall the fuse panel cover, reverse - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 466
L6 Engine Fuses 1 2 Usage Electrically-Controlled Air Suspension Passenger's Side High-Beam Headlamp Fuses 3 4 Usage Passenger's Side Low-Beam Headlamp Back-Up Trailer Lamps 466 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 467
Automatic Shift Lock Control System Transmission Control Module (TCM) Canister Backup Powertrain Control Module 1 Oxygen Sensor Air Conditioning Truck Body Controller 1 Trailer Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Ignition A Blower Motor Ignition B Passenger's Side Trailer Turn Driver's Side Trailer Turn Hazard - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 468
Window Wiper/Washer Fog Lamps Horn Fuel Pump Windshield Washer High-Beam Headlamp Air Conditioning Cooling Fan Relays 46 47 49 55 57 Usage Headlamp Driver Module Starter Electric Adjustable Pedal Air Injection Reactor (AIR) Solenoid Powertrain Miscellaneous Usage 48 Instrument Panel Battery 468 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 469
V8 Engine Fuses 1 2 Usage Electrically-Controlled Air Suspension Passenger's Side High-Beam Headlamp Fuses 3 4 Usage Passenger's Side Low-Beam Headlamp Back-Up-Trailer Lamps 469 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 470
Instrument Panel Cluster, Driver Information Center Fuses 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 Usage Automatic Shift Lock Control System Engine 1 Backup Powertrain Control Module 1 Powertrain Control Module Air Conditioning Injector Bank A Trailer Anti-lock Brakes (ABS - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 471
Voltage Control Usage Headlamp Washer Rear Window Wiper Fog Lamps Horn Fuel Pump Windshield Washer High-Beam Headlamp Air Conditioning Cooling Fan Headlamp Driver Module Starter Electric Adjustable Pedal Powertrain Rear Underseat Fuse Block Miscellaneous Usage 48 Instrument Panel Battery 471 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 472
Fuses 01 02 03 04 Usage Passenger Door Control Module Driver Door Control Module Liftgate Module 2 Truck Body Controller 3 Fuses 05 06 07 08 Usage Rear Fog Lamps Blank Truck Body Controller 2 Power Seats 472 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 473
Front Parking Lamps Driver Side Turn Signal Heat Ventilation Air Conditioning I Truck Body Controller 4 Radio Trailer Park Passenger Side Turn Signal Heat Ventilation Air Conditioning Rear Fog Lamps Auxiliary Power 1 Ignition 0 Four-Wheel Drive Blank Truck Body Controller Ignition Brakes Truck Body - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 474
Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a Capacities English Metric For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount, see the refrigerant caution label located under the hood. See your dealer for more information. Cooling System 4.2L L6 Engine 10.8 qt 10.2 L 5.3L V8 Engine 12.2 qt 11.6 L Engine - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 475
Fuel Fill ...485 At Least Once a Month ...486 At Least Once a Year ...486 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...489 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...491 Engine Drive Maintenance ...479 Additional Required Services ...482 Maintenance Footnotes ...483 Owner Checks and Services ...485 475 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 476
: Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, replacement parts, and recommended fluids and lubricants as prescribed in this manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition. Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty. Have you - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 477
Because of all the different ways people use their vehicles, maintenance needs vary. You may need more frequent checks and replacements. So please read the following and note how you drive. If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition, see your GM Goodwrench® dealer. 477 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 478
driving limits. • are driven off-road in the recommended manner. See Off-Road Driving on page 299. • use the recommended fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 358. The services for your service needs, you will know that GM-trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine GM - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 479
as soon as possible within the next 600 miles (1 000 km). It is possible that, if you are driving under the best conditions, the engine oil life system may not indicate that vehicle service is necessary for over a year. However, the engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 480
3,000 miles (5 000 km) since your last service. Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed. See Engine Oil Life System on page 372 for information on the Engine Oil Life System and resetting the system. When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL DIC message appears, certain services, checks - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 481
Month on page 486. Inspect brake system. See footnote (a). Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels and add fluid as needed. Perform any needed additional services. See "Additional Required Services" in this section. Inspect suspension and steering components. See footnote (b). Inspect - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 482
or II) after the indicated miles (kilometers) shown for each item. Additional Required Services Service and Miles (Kilometers) Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks. Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components. Replace engine air cleaner filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 374 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 483
Additional Required Services (cont'd) Service and Miles (Kilometers) V8 engine only: Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. Engine cooling system service (or every five years, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. See footnote (i). Inspect engine accessory drive belt. - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 484
airbag coverings, and have them repaired or replaced. The airbag system does not need regular maintenance. (f) Lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood latch assembly, secondary latch, pivots, spring anchor, release pawl, rear compartment hinges, outer liftgate handle pivot points, rear door detent - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 485
If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, inspect the filter at each engine oil change. (l) Visually inspect belt for fraying, excessive cracks, or obvious damage. Replace belt if necessary. At Each Fuel Fill It is important to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill. Engine Oil Level - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 486
vehicle starts in any other position, contact your GM Goodwrench® dealer for service. Tire Wear Inspection Tire rotation may be required for high mileage highway drivers prior to the Engine Oil Life System service notification. Check the tires for wear and, if necessary, rotate the tires. See Tire - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 487
Shift Lock Control System Check Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to Firmly apply the parking brake. See Parking Brake on page 118. Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move. 3. With the engine off, turn the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 488
with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake. • To check the parking brake's holding ability: With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 489
viscosity for your vehicle's engine, see Engine Oil on page 369. Usage ® Fluid/Lubricant Hydraulic Brake Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid. System Windshield Washer Parking Brake Cable Guides GM Optikleen® Washer Solvent. Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 490
Fluid/Lubricant Front and Rear Axle Hood and Door Hinges, Body Door Hinge Pins, Liftgate Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube Hinge and (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, Linkage, in Canada 10953474). Folding Seats, and Fuel Door Hinge Outer Tailgate Handle Pivot Points and Hinges Multi-Purpose Lubricant - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 491
or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part Automatic Transmission Filter Kit Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Engine Oil Filter 4.2L L6 Engine 5.3L V8 Engine Spark Plugs 4.2L L6 Engine 5.3L V8 Engine Wiper Blades Front - 22 inches (56 cm) Rear - 16 inches (41 cm) 15214346 15160740 - - 12598004 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 492
Engine Drive Belt Routing 5.3L V8 Engine 4.2L V6 Engine 492 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 493
are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. See Maintenance Requirements on page 476. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 485 can be added on the following record pages. You - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 494
Maintenance Record (cont'd) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 494 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 495
Maintenance Record (cont'd) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 495 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 496
Maintenance Record (cont'd) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 496 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 497
United States Government ...516 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government ...516 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors ...516 Service Publications Ordering Information ...517 Customer Assistance and Information ...498 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...498 Online Owner Center ...501 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 498
level. If the matter has already been reviewed with the sales, service, or parts manager, contact the owner of the dealership or the general top left of the instrument panel. • Dealership name and location • Vehicle delivery date and present mileage When contacting Buick, please remember that your - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 499
Line Program to enforce your rights. The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Although you may be required to resort - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 500
has committed to binding arbitration of owner disputes involving factory-related vehicle service claims. The program provides for the review of the Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), call toll-free 1-800-207-0685. Alternatively you may call the General Motors Customer Communication Centre, 1-800-263 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 501
about your specific vehicle, including tips and videos and an electronic version of this owner manual. • Keep track of your vehicle's service history and maintenance schedule. • Find GM dealers for service nationwide. • Receive special promotions and privileges only available to members. Refer to www - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 502
(TTYs), Buick has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Buick by dialing: 1-800-83-BUICK. TTY of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, CA1-163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 www.gmcanada.com 1-800-263-3777 (English - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 503
Assistance Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text telephone (TTY) users, call 1-800-833-9935. General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) for details. TTY users call 1-800-263-3830. 503 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 504
. For safety reasons, propane and other alternative fuels will not be provided through this service. • Lock-out Service: To ensure security, the driver must present the vehicle registration and personal ID before lock-out service is provided. Lock-out service will be covered at no charge if you are - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 505
tire in good condition will be covered at no charge. The customer is responsible for the repair or replacement of the tire if not covered by a warrantable failure. • Jump Start: No-start occurrences which require a battery jump start will be covered at no charge. Additional Services for Canadian - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 506
failures are covered under Buick's Bumper-to-Bumper warranty for U.S. customers, and the duration of the Base Warranty Coverage for Canadian customers of the new Vehicle Limited Warranty. However, any cost for parts and labor for non-warranty repairs are the responsibility of the driver. For prompt - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 507
the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when, in their sole discretion, the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence. Roadside Assistance is not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Buick and General Motors of - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 508
vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately, keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service, unless, of course, the problem is safety-related. If it is, please call your dealership, let them know this, and ask for instructions. If the dealer requests that you simply - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 509
fuel expenses may be available. Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts. Additional Program Information All program options, such as shuttle service terms and conditions described herein warranty repair. Rental reimbursement will be limited and must be supported - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 510
vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy, to monitor conditions for airbag deployment and, if so equipped, to provide anti-lock braking and to help the driver control the vehicle in difficult driving situations. Some information may be stored during regular - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 511
® subscription service agreement or manual for information on its operations and data collection. Collision Damage Repair If your vehicle is involved in a collision and it is damaged, have the damage repaired by a qualified technician using the proper equipment and quality replacement parts. Poorly - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 512
, exhibit premature durability/corrosion problems, and may not perform properly in subsequent collisions. Aftermarket parts are not covered by your GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any vehicle failure related to such parts are not covered by that warranty. Repair Facility GM also recommends - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 513
it. Get a card from the tow truck operator or write down the driver's name, the service's name, and the phone number. • Remove any valuables from your vehicle before it is towed away. Make sure this only if its position puts you in danger or you are instructed to move it by a police officer. 513 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 514
• Gather the important information you will need from the other driver. Things like name, address, phone number, driver's license number, vehicle license plate, vehicle make, model and model year, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), insurance company and policy number, and a general description of - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 515
it towed there. Specify to the facility that any required replacement collision parts be original equipment parts, either new Genuine GM parts or recycled original GM parts. Remember, recycled parts will not be covered by your GM vehicle warranty. Insurance pays the bill for the repair, but you must - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 516
vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or General Motors. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle at 1-800-521-7300, or write: Buick Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33136 Detroit, MI 48232-5136 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 517
, Inc. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $6.00 US + Processing Fee Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 518
a Portfolio, Owner Manual, and Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 US + Processing Fee Without Portfolio: Owner's Manual only. RETAIL SELL residents are to make checks payable in U.S. funds. Current and Past Model Order Forms Technical Service Bulletins and Manuals are available for - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 519
, Fuel ...359 Add-On Electrical Equipment ...464 Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal ...112 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ...374 Air Conditioning ...170 Air Suspension ...337 Airbag Passenger Status Indicator ...182 Readiness Light ...181 Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) ...510 Airbag System - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 520
217 276 278 280 164 375 114 B Battery ...Electric Power Management ...Run-Down Protection ...Before Leaving on a Long Trip ...Brake Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ...Emergencies ...Parking ...System Warning Light ...Brake Pedal, Throttle ...Brakes ...Braking ...Braking in Emergencies ...Break-In, New - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 521
Player ...279 Your CDs and DVDs ...279 Cargo Cover ...147 Cargo Tie Downs ...148 CD, MP3 ...251 Center Console Storage Area ...144 Chains, Tire ...433 Charging System Light ...185 Check Engine Light ...190 Gages Warning Light ...196 Check Gas Cap Light ...197 Checking Things Under the Hood ...364 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 522
...163 Defensive Driving ...282 Delayed Locking ...98 Disc, MP3 ...251 Doing Your Own Service Work ...357 Dome Lamp Override ...166 Dome Lamps ...166 Door Delayed Locking ...98 Locks ...96 Power Door Locks ...97 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ...98 Rear Door Security Locks ...101 Driver Position - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 523
Air Suspension System ...Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...Battery ...Check and Service Engine Soon Light ...Coolant ...Coolant Heater ...Coolant Temperature Gage ...Drive Belt Routing ...Engine Compartment Overview ...Exhaust ...Fan Noise ...Oil ...Oil Life System ...Overheating ...Reduced Power Light - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 524
Fuses Engine Compartment Fuse Block ...Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...Rear Underseat Fuse Block ...Windshield Wiper ... 358 197 465 465 471 464 G Gage Check Gages Warning Light ...Engine Coolant Temperature ...Fuel ...Oil Pressure ...Speedometer ...Tachometer ...Voltmeter Gage ...Garage Door Opener - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 525
163 Electrical System ...464 Flash-to-Pass ...157 Halogen Bulbs ...404 Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, and Parking Lamps ...405 High/Low Beam Changer ...157 On Reminder ...163 Heated Seats ...9 Heater ...170 Highbeam On Light ...195 Highway Hypnosis ...322 Hill and Mountain Roads ...323 Hood Checking - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 526
196 Highbeam On ...195 Low Fuel Warning ...197 Malfunction Indicator ...190 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ...182 526 Light (cont.) Passenger Safety Belt Reminder ...180 Reduced Engine Power ...195 Safety Belt Reminder ...180 Security ...194 Service All-Wheel-Drive ...196 StabiliTrak® Indicator - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 527
Outside Convex Mirror ...Outside Curb View Assist Mirror ...Outside Heated Mirrors ...Outside Power Mirror ...MP3 ...MyGMLink.com ... 126 124 129 128 129 127 251 501 N Navigation/Radio System, see Navigation Manual ...260 New Vehicle Break-In ...108 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...491 527 - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 528
120 Parking Brake ...118 Over Things That Burn ...121 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ...182 Passenger Sensing System ...78 Passing ...296 Passlock® ...107 Power Accessory Outlet(s) ...168 Door Locks ...97 Electrical System ...464 Lumbar Controls ...9 Reclining Seatbacks ...13 Reduced Engine Light - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 529
CD and DVD Player ...279 Care of Your CDs and DVDs ...279 Navigation/Radio System, see Navigation Manual ...260 Engine Power Light ...195 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...93 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System, Operation ...94 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire ...440 Removing - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 530
Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems ...86 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash ...87 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...110 Right Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts ...33 Roadside Assistance Program ...504 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out ...330 Routing, Engine Drive - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 531
...453 Accessory Inflator ...434 Installing ...440 Removing ...438 Storing ...450 Specifications, Capacities ...474 Speedometer ...179 StabiliTrak® System ...289 StabiliTrak® Indicator Light ...188 StabiliTrak® Service Light ...188 Starting Your Engine ...110 Steering ...294 Steering Wheel Controls - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 532
Wheels, Cleaning ...Buying New Tires ...Chains ...Changing a Flat Tire ...Cleaning ...Different Size ...If a Tire Goes Flat ...Inflation - Tire Pressure ...Inflator, Accessory ...Inspection and Rotation ...Installing the Spare Tire ...Pressure Monitor System ...Removing the Flat Tire ...Removing - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 533
Data Collection and Event Data Recorders ...510 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...463 Service Parts Identification Label ...463 Ventilation Adjustment ...175 Visors ...105 Voltmeter Gage ...185 W Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ...176 Warnings DIC Warnings and Messages ...202 Hazard Warning - 2007 Buick Rainier | Owner's Manual - Page 534
Replacement ...Washer ...Washer Fluid ...Wiper Blade Replacement ...Wiper Fuses ...Wipers ...Windshield, Rear Washer/Wiper ...Winter Driving ... 459 408 158 391 408 464 157 158 325 X XM Radio Messages ...257 XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ...280 Y Your Vehicle and the Environment ...477 534