2005 BUICK RANDEZVOUS bulb

Taillamps and Back-Up Lamps
This procedure is for the liftgate-mounted taillamps and
back-up lamps.
1. Open the liftgate. SeeLiftgate on page 2-11for
more information.
2. Remove the panel inside the liftgate by lifting the
tabs and pulling the panel off.
3. Remove the seven
wing nuts and the four
outboard nuts (two
at each end).
4. Gently lower the liftgate.
5. Pull the lamp assembly directly rearward from the
vehicle.A. Outboard Taillamp
B. Center Taillamp
C. Inboard Back-Up Lamp
6. Turn the bulb socket one-quarter of a turn
counterclockwise.
7. Pull the bulb assembly out from the lamp housing.
8. Pull the bulb out of the base.
9. Install the new bulb into the electrical connector.
Push the bulb rmly enough so that the tabs hook
over the tab on the bulb.
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10. Put the bulb assembly back into the lamp housing
and turn the bulb socket one-quarter of a turn
clockwise.
11. Replace the applique on the liftgate.
12. Gently lift the liftgate.
13. Reinstall the seven wing nuts and the four
outboard nuts.
14. Reinstall the panel inside the liftgate by connecting
the tabs.
15. Close the liftgate.
Replacement Bulbs
Exterior Lamp Bulb Number
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lamps 3457K
Headlamps
High-beam 9005
Low-beam 9006
Liftgate-Mounted
Back-Up Lamps 921
Taillamps 161
Rear Outboard Stop/Tail/Turn 3057K
Sidemarker Lamps 168
For replacement bulbs not listed here, contact your
dealer.
Windshield Wiper Blade
Replacement
Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least
twice a year for wear or cracking. See “Wiper Blade
Check” underOwner Checks and Services on page 6-8
for more information.
Replacement blades come in different types and are
removed in different ways. For proper type and length,
seeNormal Maintenance Replacement Parts on
page 6-13.
Here’s how to replace the windshield wiper blades:
1. Turn the wipers on to the lowest intermittent setting.
2. Turn off the ignition while the wipers are at the
outer positions of the wipe pattern. The blades
are more accessible for removal/replacement while
in this position.
3. Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the
windshield.
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Appearance Care (cont.)
Weatherstrips..............................................5-98
Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades.......5-99
Ashtrays........................................................3-27
Audio System(s).............................................3-75
Audio Steering Wheel Controls....................3-133
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player...............3-134
Care of Your CD and DVD Player................3-135
Care of Your CDs and DVDs.......................3-135
Integrated Windshield Antenna.....................3-135
Navigation/Radio System.............................3-130
Radio with Cassette and CD.........................3-87
Radio with CD............................................3-76
Radio with Six-Disc CD..............................3-100
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)...............................3-130
Setting the Time..........................................3-76
Theft-Deterrent Feature...............................3-132
Understanding Radio Reception...................3-134
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System...........3-135
Automatic Headlamp System............................3-15
Automatic Transaxle
Fluid..........................................................5-22
Operation...................................................2-23B
Battery..........................................................5-41
Run-Down Protection...................................3-20
Before Leaving on a Long Trip.........................4-23
Bench Seat, Split............................................. 1-8
Brake
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)........................ 4-7
Emergencies................................................ 4-9
Low Fluid Warning Message.........................3-59
Parking......................................................2-26
System Warning Light..................................3-44
Brakes..........................................................5-38
Braking........................................................... 4-6
Braking in Emergencies..................................... 4-9
Break-In, New Vehicle.....................................2-19
Bulb Replacement...........................................5-49
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Parking
Lamps....................................................5-51
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-49
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker,
and Parking Lamps..................................5-49
Replacement Bulbs......................................5-53
Taillamps and Back-Up Lamps.......................5-52
Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps............5-51
Buying New Tires...........................................5-66
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Garage Door Opener.......................................2-34
Gasoline
Octane........................................................ 5-5
Specications............................................... 5-5
Glove Box.....................................................2-38
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program.................. 7-5
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Hatch Ajar Warning Message............................3-56
Hazard Warning Flashers................................... 3-6
Head Restraints............................................... 1-7
Headlamp Wiring...........................................5-104
Headlamps
Automatic Headlamp System.........................3-15
Bulb Replacement.......................................5-49
Daytime Running Lamps...............................3-14
Exit Delay..................................................3-17
Flash-to-Pass............................................... 3-8
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and
Parking Lamps.........................................5-51
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-49
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker,
and Parking Lamps..................................5-49
High/Low Beam Changer................................ 3-8Head-Up Display (HUD)...................................3-21
Heated Seats................................................... 1-5
Heater...................................................3-28, 3-30
Heater...........................................................3-33
Highbeam On Light.........................................3-49
Highbeam Out Warning Message......................3-61
Highway Hypnosis...........................................4-24
Hill and Mountain Roads..................................4-24
HomeLink
®Transmitter....................................2-34
HomeLink®Transmitter, Programming................2-35
Hood
Checking Things Under................................5-10
Release.....................................................5-11
Horn............................................................... 3-6
How to Use This Manual...................................... ii
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly...................1-25
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Ignition Positions.............................................2-20
Infants and Young Children, Restraints...............1-45
Ination -- Tire Pressure..................................5-61
Instrument Panel
Brightness..................................................3-16
Cluster.......................................................3-38
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Rear Reading Lamps......................................3-19
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides......................1-40
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)..................................3-130
Rear Seat Entertainment System.....................3-115
Rear Seat Operation......................................... 1-8
Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts..................1-34
Rear Storage Area..........................................2-40
Rearview Mirrors.............................................2-31
Reclining Seatbacks.......................................... 1-6
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.................6-12
Recreational Vehicle Towing.............................4-36
Reduced Engine Power Message......................3-53
Remote Keyless Entry System............................ 2-5
Remote Keyless Entry System, Operation............ 2-6
Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Battery
Low Warning Message.................................3-60
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the
Spare Tire..................................................5-80
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...................5-74
Replacement Bulbs.........................................5-53
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government..................................7-12
General Motors...........................................7-12
United States Government............................7-11
Restraint System Check
Checking Your Restraint Systems...................1-83Restraint System Check (cont.)
Replacing Restraint System Parts After
a Crash..................................................1-83
Restraint Systems
Checking....................................................1-83
Replacing Parts...........................................1-83
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)......................2-21
Right Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts.........1-34
Roadside
Assistance Program....................................... 7-6
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out....................4-31
Roof Rack System..........................................2-40
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked.......2-30
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Safety Belt
Pretensioners..............................................1-42
Reminder Light............................................3-41
Safety Belts
Care of......................................................5-98
Center Rear Passenger Position....................1-38
Driver Position............................................1-25
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly................1-25
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts.....1-24
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