2007 BUICK RAINIER automatic transmission

Additional Required Services
The following services should be performed at the rst maintenance service (IorII) after the indicated
miles (kilometers) shown for each item.
Additional Required Services
Service and Miles (Kilometers)25,000
(40 000)50,000
(80 000)75,000
(120 000)100,000
(160 000)125,000
(200 000)150,000
(240 000)
Inspect fuel system for damage
or leaks.• •••••
Inspect exhaust system for loose or
damaged components.• •••••
Replace engine air cleaner lter. See
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 374.•••
Change automatic transmission uid
and lter (severe service).
See footnotes (g) and (h).•••
Change automatic transmission uid
and lter (normal service).
See footnote (g).•
Automatic transfer case only: Change
transfer case uid.See footnote (g).•••
Replace spark plugs.An Emission
Control Service.•
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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
assembly, secondary latch, pivots, spring anchor,
release pawl, rear compartment hinges, outer
liftgate handle pivot points, rear door detent link,
roller mechanism, liftgate handle pivot points, latch
bolt, fuel door hinge, cargo door hinge, locks,
and folding seat hardware. 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)Inspect hoses for cracks, chang, leaks, kinks,
and proper installation.(h)Change automatic transmission 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 379 for what to use. Inspect
hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap,
and ller neck. Pressure test the cooling
system and pressure cap.
(j)A uid loss in any vehicle system could indicate
a problem. Have the system inspected and
repaired and the uid level checked. Add uid if
needed.
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Automatic Transmission Shift Lock
Control System Check
{CAUTION:
When you are doing this inspection, the
vehicle could move suddenly. If the
vehicle moves, you or others could be
injured.
1. Before you start, be sure you have enough
room around the vehicle. It should be parked
on a level surface.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake. SeeParking
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 ignition to RUN,
but do not start the engine. Without applying
the regular brake, try to move the shift
lever out of PARK (P) with normal effort. If the
shift lever moves out of PARK (P), contact
your GM Goodwrench
®dealer for service.
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
While parked, and with the parking brake set, try
to turn the ignition to LOCK in each shift lever
position.
The ignition should turn to LOCK only when
the shift lever is in PARK (P).
The ignition key should come out only
in LOCK.
Contact your GM Goodwrench
®dealer if service is
required.
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Parking Brake and Automatic
Transmission Park (P) Mechanism Check
{CAUTION:
When you are doing this check, your
vehicle could begin to move. You or
others could be injured and property
could be damaged. Make sure there is
room in front of your vehicle in case it
begins to roll. Be ready to apply the
regular brake at once should the vehicle
begin to move.Park on a fairly steep hill, 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 parking brake only.
To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding
ability: With the engine running, shift to
PARK (P). Then release the parking brake
followed by the regular brake.
Contact your GM Goodwrench
®dealer if service is
required.
Underbody Flushing Service
At least every spring, use plain water to ush
any corrosive materials from the underbody.
Take care to clean thoroughly any areas where
mud and other debris can collect.
488

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 369.
Engine Coolant50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
water and use only DEX-COOL
®
Coolant. SeeEngine Coolant on
page 379.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Hydraulic Brake
SystemDelco
®Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or
equivalent DOT-3 brake uid.
Windshield
WasherGM Optikleen
®Washer Solvent.
Parking Brake
Cable GuidesChassis Lubricant
(GM Part No. U.S. 12377985,
in Canada 88901242) or lubricant
meeting requirements of NLGI #2,
Category LB or GC-LB.
Power Steering
SystemGM Power Steering Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 89021184,
in Canada 89021186).
Automatic
TransmissionDEXRON
®-VI Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Key Lock
CylindersMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241,
in Canada 10953474).
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Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Replacement parts identied below by name, part number, or specication can be obtained from
your dealer.
Part GM Part Number ACDelco®Part Number
Automatic Transmission Filter Kit 24208576 TF337
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 15036141 A2014C
Engine Oil Filter
4.2L L6 Engine 89017342 PF61
5.3L V8 Engine 89017524 PF48
Spark Plugs
4.2L L6 Engine 12598004 41-103
5.3L V8 Engine 12571164 41-985
Wiper Blades
Front – 22 inches (56 cm) 15214346 —
Rear – 16 inches (41 cm) 15160740 —
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Appearance Care (cont.)
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials.......... 462
Washing Your Vehicle.............................. 457
Windshield, Backglass, and
Wiper Blades........................................ 459
Ashtray(s).................................................... 169
Audio System(s).......................................... 215
Audio Steering Wheel Controls................. 277
Care of Your CD and DVD Player............ 279
Care of Your CDs and DVDs................... 279
Chime Level Adjustment........................... 280
Fixed Mast Antenna................................. 279
Navigation/Radio System,
see Navigation Manual......................... 260
Radio with CD................................217, 228
Radio with Six-Disc CD............................ 238
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)............................ 275
Setting the Time...................................... 217
Theft-Deterrent Feature............................ 276
Understanding Radio Reception............... 278
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System...... 280
Automatic Headlamp System....................... 164
Automatic Transmission
Fluid........................................................ 375
Operation................................................. 114B
Battery........................................................ 396
Electric Power Management..................... 167
Run-Down Protection............................... 168
Before Leaving on a Long Trip.................... 321
Brake
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)................. 287
Emergencies............................................ 289
Parking.................................................... 118
System Warning Light.............................. 186
Brake Pedal, Throttle................................... 112
Brakes........................................................ 392
Braking....................................................... 286
Braking in Emergencies............................... 289
Break-In, New Vehicle................................. 108
Bulb Replacement....................................... 404
Halogen Bulbs......................................... 404
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, and
Parking Lamps..................................... 405
License Plate Lamps................................ 407
Replacement Bulbs.................................. 407
Taillamps and Turn Signal Lamps............. 405
Buying New Tires........................................ 427
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F
Filter
Engine Air Cleaner................................... 374
Finish Damage............................................ 460
Fixed Mast Antenna.................................... 279
Flashers, Hazard Warning........................... 154
Flash-to-Pass.............................................. 157
Flat Tire...................................................... 435
Flat Tire, Changing...................................... 436
Flat Tire, Storing......................................... 450
Fluid
Automatic Transmission............................ 375
Power Steering........................................ 390
Windshield Washer.................................. 391
Fog Lamps.................................................. 165
Front Axle................................................... 403
Fuel............................................................ 358
Additives.................................................. 359
California Fuel.......................................... 359
Check Gas Cap Light.............................. 197
Filling a Portable Fuel Container.............. 363
Filling Your Tank...................................... 361
Fuels in Foreign Countries....................... 360
Gage....................................................... 197
Gasoline Octane...................................... 358Fuel (cont.)
Gasoline Specications............................ 358
Low Warning Light................................... 197
Fuses
Engine Compartment Fuse Block............. 465
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...................... 465
Rear Underseat Fuse Block..................... 471
Windshield Wiper..................................... 464
G
Gage
Check Gages Warning Light..................... 196
Engine Coolant Temperature.................... 189
Fuel......................................................... 197
Oil Pressure............................................. 193
Speedometer........................................... 179
Tachometer.............................................. 179
Voltmeter Gage........................................ 185
Garage Door Opener..........................133, 134
Gasoline
Octane..................................................... 358
Specications........................................... 358
Gate Ajar Light............................................ 196
Glove Box................................................... 144
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program.......... 503
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