2002 BUICK RANDEZVOUS Owner's Manual

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Removing the Rear Convenience Center When the
Vehicle has the Third Row Stowable Seat
1. Make sure that all items have been removed from the
top and the inside of the rear convenience center.
2. Lift the handle(s) on the top of the lid to open the
storage bin.
3. Remove the two nuts from inside the storage bin.
The nuts are located in the bottom of the bin.
If you are only removing the convenience center and
not the stowable seat, you must replace these nuts
once the bin is removed to secure the seat.
4. Lift the storage bin and remove it from the rear of
the vehicle.Replacing the Rear Convenience Center When the
Vehicle has the Third Row Stowable Seat
1. Make sure that all items have been removed from the
rear of the vehicle.
2. Lift the bin into the back of the vehicle. Align the
bin over the rear mounting bolts.
3. Put the nuts back onto the mounting bolts
and tighten.
4. Push and pull on the rear storage system to make
sure that it is locked into place properly.

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Roof Rack System (Option)
CAUTION:
If you try to carry something on top of your
vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage
carrier
-- like paneling, plywood, a mattress, and
so forth
-- the wind can catch it as you drive
along. This can cause you to lose control. What
you are carrying could be violently torn off, and
this could cause you or other drivers to have a
collision, and of course damage your vehicle. You
may be able to carry something like this inside.
But, never carry something longer or wider than
the luggage carrier on top of your vehicle.
If you have the luggage carrier, you can load things on
top of your vehicle. If you do load things on the top
of your vehicle, you must load them on the luggage
carrier crossrails.
NOTICE:
Damage may be caused to the roof of your vehicle
if anything is placed directly on the roof.

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NOTICE:
Loading cargo that weighs more than 220 lbs.
(100 kg) on the luggage carrier may damage
your vehicle.
Don't exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when
loading your vehicle. For more information on vehicle
capacity and loading, see ªLoading Your Vehicleº in
the Index.
To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you're driving,
check now and then to make sure the luggage carrier and
cargo are still securely fastened.
Your luggage carrier has release levers within the end of
each crossrail support.

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To adjust the crossrail(s), first remove the sunroof
stop (A) by using the tool (B) located in the plastic
bag in the glove box.
To remove the sunroof stop, do the following:
1. Remove the tool located in the bag in the glovebox
labeled ªtool kit
-acsryº.
2. Place the tool on the screw located in the side rail
assembly in front of the front crossrail.3. Remove the screw.
4. Repeat for the other side.
5. Put the tool and the screws back in the plastic bag in
the glove box.
Lift the release levers on each side to unlock the
crossrails. Slide the crossrails forward or backward, as
needed, to accommodate loads of various sizes.
After repositioning the crossrails, engage the release
lever. This will lock the crossrails in place.
NOTICE:
Do not open the sunroof if the crossrails are not
in the full rear position. This could cause damage
to the sunroof glass panel and/or the crossrails.
To replace the sunroof stop, do the following:
1. Put the crossrails in the full rear position.
2. Put the screws back into each side rail assembly.
Make sure the screws are in the first hole in front of
the crossrail.

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Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter
The ashtray is located on the floor console closest to the
instrument panel. Lift the lid to expose the ashtray. The
ashtray removes by lifting it up.
The cigarette lighter is located on the floor console in
the cell phone storage compartment closest to the
driver's seat. Lift the lid to expose the cigarette lighter.
To use the lighter, push it in all the way and let go.
When it's ready, it will pop back out by itself.
NOTICE:
Don't hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand
while it is heating. If you do, it won't be able to
back away from the heating element when it's
ready. That can make it overheat, damaging the
lighter and the heating element.
NOTICE:
Don't put papers and other things that burn
into your ashtrays. If you do, cigarettes or
other smoking materials could set them on fire,
causing damage.
Sun Visors
To block out glare you can swing down the visors.
You can also remove them from the center mount and
swing them to the side. There is an extension on the
inboard side of the sun visors. Pull the extension out to
block out glare.
Lighted Visor Vanity Mirrors
Pull down the sun visor. Flip up the cover to expose the
vanity mirror. The lamps will come on when you open
the cover.

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Accessory Inflator System (Option)
Your vehicle may have an air inflator. With it, you can
inflate things like bicycle tires and basketballs, and
you can also use it to bring your tires up to the
proper pressure.
The air inflator is located in the rear compartment on the
driver's side. To remove the cover, pull the tab on the
cover and pull it off.
The air inflator kit is stored in the glove box. It includes
a 20
-foot (6 m) hose with an air pressure gage and
nozzle adapters.
CAUTION:
Inflating something too much can make it
explode, and you or others could be injured. Be
sure to read the inflator instructions, and inflate
any object only to its recommended pressure.
To use your air
inflator system
do the following:
1. Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or ON.
2. Attach the appropriate nozzle adapter, if required, to
the end of the hose that has the pressure gage.
3. Attach that end of the hose to the object you wish
to inflate.
4. Remove the protective cap covering the accessory
inflator outlet.
5. Attach the other end of the hose to the outlet.
6. Press the ON switch.

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If the air inflator system does not turn on, the fuse may
be blown or installed incorrectly. See ªFuses and Circuit
Breakersº in the Index or see your dealer for service.
Your air inflator will automatically shut off after about
10 minutes. To reset, press the ON switch again.
Don't run your air inflator for longer than 30 minutes at
one time. If you do, you may damage the system. After
30 minutes, wait at least 10 minutes before restarting the
air inflator.
To turn off the inflator, press OFF and detach the hose
from the inflated object first, then from the outlet.
Replace the protective cap. Place the inflator kit tools in
the pouch, and store in the glove box.
Accessory Power Outlets
Accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical
equipment such as a cellular telephone, CB radio, etc.
There are two front power outlets when the cigarette
lighter is not in use. They are located on the floor
console in the cell phone storage compartment.
There are also two rear power outlets. One is located in
the rear of the floor console below the vents. The other
is located in the rear of the vehicle on the driver's side
behind the access door.Pull the cover down to use an accessory power outlet.
When not in use, always cover the accessory power
outlets with the protective cap.
The accessory power outlets will only operate while the
ignition is on and for 10 minutes after turning the
ignition off. If you would like to operate an accessory
for an extended period of time, see your dealer for
more information.
NOTICE:
When using the accessory power outlets:

Maximum load of any electrical equipment
should not exceed 20 amps.

Be sure to turn off any electrical equipment
when not in use. Leaving electrical
equipment on for extended periods can
drain your battery.
Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible
with the accessory power outlet and could result in
blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a
problem, see your dealer for additional information on
the accessory power outlets.

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NOTICE:
Adding some electrical equipment to your vehicle
can damage it or keep other things from working
as they should. This wouldn't be covered by your
warranty. Check with your dealer before adding
electrical equipment, and never use anything that
exceeds the amperage rating.
When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow
the proper installation instructions included with
the equipment.
NOTICE:
Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs
only. Do not hang any type of accessory or
accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of
the power outlet can cause damage not covered
by your warranty.
OnStar
System (Option)
OnStar is a vehicle communications system that offers a
variety of services and provides a one
-touch hands-free
communication link between you and the OnStar Center.
To receive OnStar Services, a service subscription
agreement is required and an additional fee may be
required. Services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a
week. For more information, call 1
-888-ONSTAR-7
(1
-888-667-8277).
OnStar Services Button: Press this button once to
contact an advisor who will be able to assist you with
these services. If you are not quickly connected, the
system will automatically reset and redial. This ensures
connection to the center; there is no additional action
required. Press the Communication button to cancel the
automatic redial.