2006 BUICK RANDEZVOUS hood release

The main components of the instrument panel are the following:
A. Exterior/Interior Lamps Control. SeeExterior Lamps
on page 3-14andInterior Lamps on page 3-16.
B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. SeeTurn
Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-7.
C. Hazard Warning Flasher Button. SeeHazard
Warning Flashers on page 3-6.
D. Instrument Panel Cluster. SeeInstrument Panel
Cluster on page 3-38.
E. Shift Lever. SeeAutomatic Transaxle Operation
on page 2-23.
F. Instrument Panel Outlets. SeeOutlet Adjustment
on page 3-36.
G. Audio System. SeeAudio System(s) on page 3-74.
H. Audio Steering Wheel Controls. SeeAudio
Steering Wheel Controls on page 3-132.
I. Head-Up Display Switch and Driver Information
Center (DIC) Controls (If Equipped). SeeHead-Up
Display (HUD) on page 3-21andDIC Controls
and Displays on page 3-62.J. Hood Release. SeeHood Release on page 5-9.
K. Ignition Switch. SeeIgnition Positions on page 2-20.
L. Climate Controls. SeeClimate Control System
on page 3-28,Dual Climate Control System
on page 3-30orDual Automatic Climate Control
System on page 3-33.
M. Instrument Panel Switchbank. SeeInstrument Panel
Switchbank on page 3-20.
N. Front Armrest Storage. SeeFront Armrest Storage
Area on page 2-39.
O. Ashtray/Cigarette Lighter/Accessory Power
Outlet/Cell Phone Storage/Cupholders. See
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter on page 3-27,
Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 3-26,Cell Phone
Storage Area on page 2-39,Floor Console Storage
Area on page 2-39andCupholder(s) on page 2-38.
P. Floor Console Fuse Block. SeeFloor Console
Fuse Block on page 5-101.
Q. Glove Box. SeeGlove Box on page 2-38.
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Service............................................................5-3
Accessories and Modications..........................5-3
California Proposition 65 Warning.....................5-3
Doing Your Own Service Work.........................5-4
Adding Equipment to the Outside of
Your Vehicle..............................................5-4
Fuel................................................................5-4
Gasoline Octane............................................5-5
Gasoline Specications....................................5-5
California Fuel...............................................5-5
Additives.......................................................5-6
Fuels in Foreign Countries...............................5-6
Filling the Tank..............................................5-7
Filling a Portable Fuel Container.......................5-8
Checking Things Under the Hood.....................5-9
Hood Release................................................5-9
Engine Compartment Overview.......................5-10
Engine Oil...................................................5-13
Engine Oil Life System..................................5-16
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter................................5-18
Automatic Transaxle Fluid..............................5-19
Engine Coolant.............................................5-21
Radiator Pressure Cap..................................5-23
Engine Overheating.......................................5-23
Overheated Engine Protection
Operating Mode........................................5-25Cooling System............................................5-26
Power Steering Fluid.....................................5-32
Windshield Washer Fluid................................5-33
Brakes........................................................5-34
Battery........................................................5-37
Jump Starting...............................................5-38
All-Wheel Drive..............................................5-43
Bulb Replacement..........................................5-44
Halogen Bulbs..............................................5-44
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker,
and Parking Lamps....................................5-45
Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps............5-47
Taillamps and Back-Up Lamps.......................5-48
Replacement Bulbs.......................................5-49
Windshield Replacement.................................5-49
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement..............5-49
Tires..............................................................5-51
Tire Sidewall Labeling...................................5-52
Tire Terminology and Denitions.....................5-55
Ination - Tire Pressure.................................5-57
Check Tire Pressure System..........................5-59
Tire Inspection and Rotation...........................5-60
When It Is Time for New Tires.......................5-62
Buying New Tires.........................................5-62
Different Size Tires and Wheels......................5-64
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
5-1

Checking Things Under
the Hood
{CAUTION:
An electric fan under the hood can start up
and injure you even when the engine is not
running. Keep hands, clothing and tools away
from any underhood electric fan.
{CAUTION:
Things that burn can get on hot engine parts
and start a re. These include liquids like fuel,
oil, coolant, brake uid, windshield washer
and other uids, and plastic or rubber. You or
others could be burned. Be careful not to drop
or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine.
Hood Release
To open the hood, do the following:
1. Pull the hood release
handle with this symbol
on it. It is located
under the instrument
panel on the driver’s
side of the vehicle.
2. At the front of the vehicle, pull up on the center
of the hood, and push the secondary hood
release to the right.
3. After you have partially lifted the hood, gas struts
will automatically take over to lift and hold the
hood in the fully open position.
Before closing the hood, be sure all ller caps are
on properly. Then, pull the hood down to close.
5-9

Headlamps, Front Turn Signal,
Sidemarker, and Parking Lamps
1. Open the hood. SeeHood Release on page 5-9for
more information.
2. Push in on the
headlamp panel and
lift up the headlamp
retaining clip partway,
but do not remove.
3. Remove the wing stud on the upper, outboard side
of the lamp assembly.4. Unsnap the headlamp assembly by pulling it
forward, away from the vehicle.
5. Disconnect the electrical connector by pulling
back on the locking tab, located on the electrical
connector, to separate the two connectors.
6. Turn the bulb socket
one-quarter of a turn
clockwise.
7. Pull the bulb assembly out from the lamp housing.
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(e)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 safety belt system from doing its
job, have it repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts
replaced. Also look for any opened or broken airbag
coverings, and have them repaired or replaced.
The airbag system does not need regular maintenance.
(f)Lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood latch
assemblies, secondary latches, pivots, spring anchor
and release pawl, hood and door hinges, rear folding
seats, and liftgate hinges. More frequent lubrication may
be required when exposed to a corrosive environment.
Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips with a
clean cloth will make them last longer, seal better, and
not stick or squeak.
(g)Check system for interference or binding and for
damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed.
Replace any components that have high effort or
excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator or cruise
control cables.(h)Change automatic transaxle uid and lter if the
vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these
conditions:
In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature
regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher.
In hilly or mountainous terrain.
When doing frequent trailer towing.
Uses such as found in taxi, police, or delivery
service.
(i)Drain, ush, and rell cooling system. This service
can be complex; you should have your dealer perform
this service. See Engine Coolant on page 5-21 for
what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser,
pressure cap, and ller neck. Pressure test the
cooling system and pressure cap.
(j)Check system for interference or binding and for
damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed.
Replace any components that have high effort or
excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator or cruise
control cables.
(k)If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the lter
may require replacement more often.
(l)If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, inspect
the lter at each engine oil change.
(m)Visually inspect belt for fraying, excessive cracks, or
obvious damage. Replace belt if necessary.
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Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants
Fluids and lubricants identied below by name, part
number, or specication may be obtained from
your dealer.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Engine OilEngine oil which meets GM
Standard GM6094M and displays
the American Petroleum Institute
Certied for Gasoline Engines
starburst symbol. GM Goodwrench
®
oil meets all the requirements
for your vehicle. To determine
the proper viscosity for your
vehicle’s engine, seeEngine Oil
on page 5-13.
Engine Coolant50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
water and use only DEX-COOL
®
Coolant. SeeEngine Coolant
on page 5-21.
Hydraulic Brake
SystemDelco
®Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or
equivalent DOT-3 brake uid.
Windshield
WasherGM Optikleen
®Washer Solvent.
Power Steering
SystemGM Power Steering Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 89021184,
in Canada 89021186).
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Automatic
TransaxleDEXRON®-VI Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Key Lock
CylindersMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241,
in Canada 10953474).
Carrier
Assembly —
Differential
(Rear Drive
Module)
and Transfer
Case (Power
Transfer Unit)VERSATRAK
®Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 12378514,
in Canada 88901045).
Hood Latch
Assembly,
Secondary
Latch, Pivots,
Spring
Anchor, and
Release PawlLubriplate Lubricant Aerosol
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346293,
in Canada 992723) or lubricant
meeting requirements of NLGI #2,
Category LB or GC-LB.
Hood and
Door Hinges
and Rear
Folding SeatMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241,
in Canada 10953474).
Weatherstrip
ConditioningDielectric Silicone Grease
(GM Part No. U.S. 12345579,
in Canada 992887).
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Fuses
Floor Console Fuse Block...........................5-101
Fuses and Circuit Breakers.........................5-101
Underhood Fuse Block...............................5-103
Windshield Wiper.......................................5-100
G
Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature.........................3-46
Fuel..........................................................3-50
Speedometer..............................................3-39
Tachometer.................................................3-40
Garage Door Opener.......................................2-34
Gas, Check Cap Message...............................3-56
Gasoline
Octane........................................................ 5-5
Specications............................................... 5-5
Glove Box.....................................................2-38
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program.................. 7-5
H
Hatch Ajar Warning Message............................3-55
Hazard Warning Flashers................................... 3-6
Head Restraints............................................... 1-8
Headlamp Wiring...........................................5-100Headlamps
Automatic Headlamp System.........................3-15
Bulb Replacement.......................................5-44
Daytime Running Lamps...............................3-14
Exit Delay..................................................3-17
Flash-to-Pass............................................... 3-8
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-44
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker,
and Parking Lamps..................................5-45
High/Low Beam Changer................................ 3-8
Head-Up Display (HUD)...................................3-21
Heated Seats................................................... 1-5
Heater...................................................3-28, 3-30
Heater...........................................................3-33
Highbeam Out Warning Message......................3-60
Highway Hypnosis...........................................4-24
Hill and Mountain Roads..................................4-24
Hood
Checking Things Under.................................. 5-9
Release....................................................... 5-9
Horn............................................................... 3-6
How to Use This Manual...................................... ii
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly...................1-27
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