2007 BUICK RAINIER change time

7. Remove all the
wheel nuts and take
off the at tire.
{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 you change a wheel,
remove any rust or dirt from the places
where the wheel attaches to the vehicle.
CAUTION: (Continued)
CAUTION: (Continued)
In an emergency, you can use a cloth or a
paper towel to do this; but be sure to use
a scraper or wire brush later, if needed, to
get all the rust or dirt off.
8. Remove any rust or
dirt from the wheel
bolts, mounting
surfaces, and spare
wheel.
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If you want to purchase service information, see
Service Publications Ordering Information on
page 517.
Owner Checks and Services on page 485tells you
what should be checked, when to check it, and
what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in
good condition.
The proper replacement parts, uids, and
lubricants to use are listed inRecommended
Fluids and Lubricants on page 489andNormal
Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 491.
When your vehicle is serviced, make sure these
are used. All parts should be replaced and all
necessary repairs done before you or anyone else
drives the vehicle. We recommend the use of
genuine GM parts.Scheduled Maintenance
When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL DIC message
comes on, it means that service is required
for your vehicle. SeeDIC Warnings and Messages
on page 202. Have your vehicle serviced 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 lter must be changed at least once a year
and at this time the system must be reset.
Your GM Goodwrench
®dealer has GM-trained
service technicians who will perform this work
using genuine GM parts and reset the system.
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Buick and General Motors of Canada Limited
reserve 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 Canada
Limited reserve the right to make any changes or
discontinue the Roadside Assistance program
at any time without notication.
Towing and Road Service Exclusions
Specically excluded from Roadside Assistance
coverage are towing or services for vehicles
operated on a non-public roadway or highway,
nes, impound towing caused by a violation
of local, Municipal, State, Provincial, or Federal
law, and mounting, dismounting or changing
of snow tires, chains, or other traction devices.
Courtesy Transportation
To enhance your ownership experience, we and
our participating dealers are proud to offer
Courtesy Transportation, a customer support
program for new vehicles.
For warranty repairs during the Bumper-to-Bumper
(U.S.) or Base Warranty Coverage period
(Canada), provided by the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty, interim transportation may be available
under the Courtesy Transportation program.
Several courtesy transportation options are
available to assist in reducing your inconvenience
when warranty repairs are required.
Courtesy Transportation is not a part of the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty and is available only
at participating dealers. A separate booklet entitled
“Warranty and Owner Assistance Information”
furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed
warranty coverage information.
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In addition, for U.S. customers, should you
arrange transportation through a friend or relative,
limited reimbursement for reasonable fuel
expenses may be available. Claim amounts should
reect actual costs and be supported by original
receipts.
Courtesy Rental Vehicle
Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a
courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for
a rental vehicle that you obtain if your vehicle is
kept for an overnight warranty repair. Rental
reimbursement will be limited and must be
supported by original receipts. This requires that
you sign and complete a rental agreement
and meet state/provincial, local, and rental vehicle
provider requirements. Requirements vary and
may include minimum age requirements, insurance
coverage, credit card, etc. You are responsible
for fuel usage charges and may also be
responsible for taxes, levies, usage fees,
excessive mileage, or rental usage beyond the
completion of the repair.
Generally it is not possible to provide a like-vehicle
as a courtesy rental.
Additional Program Information
All program options, such as shuttle service, may
not be available at every dealer. Please contact
your dealer for specic information about
availability. All Courtesy Transportation
arrangements will be administered by appropriate
dealer personnel.
General Motors reserves the right to unilaterally
modify, change or discontinue Courtesy
Transportation at any time and to resolve all
questions of claim eligibility pursuant to the terms
and conditions described herein at its sole
discretion.
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Owner Information
Owner publications are written specically for
owners and intended to provide basic operational
information about the vehicle. The owner manual
will include the Maintenance Schedule for all
models.
In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner Manual,
and Warranty Booklet.
RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 US +
Processing Fee
Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only.
RETAIL SELL PRICE: $25.00 US +
Processing Fee
Current and Past Model Order Forms
Technical Service Bulletins and Manuals are
available for current and past model GM vehicles.
To request an order form, please specify year
and model name of the vehicle.
ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123
Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Eastern Time
For Credit Card Orders Only
(VISA-MasterCard-Discover), visit Helm, Inc. on
the World Wide Web at: www.helminc.com
Or you can write to:
Helm, Incorporated
P.O. Box 07130
Detroit, MI 48207
Prices are subject to change without notice and
without incurring obligation. Allow ample time
for delivery.
Note to Canadian Customers: All listed prices are
quoted in U.S. funds. Canadian residents are
to make checks payable in U.S. funds.
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H
Hazard Warning Flashers............................ 154
Head Restraints............................................ 15
Headlamps.................................................. 162
Automatic Headlamp System.................... 164
Bulb Replacement.................................... 404
Daytime Running Lamps.......................... 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 Things Under............................ 364
Release................................................... 364
Horn............................................................ 154
How to Use This Manual................................ 4
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly............... 24
I
Ignition Positions......................................... 109
Infants and Young Children, Restraints .......... 43
Ination - Tire Pressure............................... 419
Instrument Panel
Overview.................................................. 152
Instrument Panel (I/P)
Brightness................................................ 166
Cluster..................................................... 178
J
Jump Starting.............................................. 397
K
Keyless Entry System................................... 93
Keys............................................................. 91
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Service (cont.)
All-Wheel-Drive Light................................ 196
California Proposition 65 Warning............. 357
Doing Your Own Work............................. 357
Engine Soon Light................................... 190
Publications Ordering Information............. 517
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle......... 84
Setting the Time.......................................... 217
Sheet Metal Damage................................... 460
Shifting Into Park (P)................................... 119
Shifting Out of Park (P)............................... 120
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change.................. 156
Spare Tire................................................... 453
Accessory Inator..................................... 434
Installing.................................................. 440
Removing................................................ 438
Storing..................................................... 450
Specications, Capacities............................ 474
Speedometer............................................... 179
StabiliTrak
®System..................................... 289
StabiliTrak®Indicator Light........................... 188
StabiliTrak®Service Light............................. 188
Starting Your Engine................................... 110
Steering...................................................... 294
Steering Wheel Controls, Audio................... 277
Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel.......................... 154Storage Areas
Center Console Storage Area................... 144
Convenience Net..................................... 146
Glove Box................................................ 144
Luggage Carrier....................................... 145
Overhead Console................................... 144
Rear Floor Storage Lid............................ 146
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow............... 329
Sun Visors.................................................. 105
Sunroof....................................................... 148
Suspension................................................. 337
T
Tachometer................................................. 179
Taillamps
Turn Signal Lamps................................... 405
Theft-Deterrent, Radio................................. 276
Theft-Deterrent Systems .............................. 105
Content Theft-Deterrent............................ 106
Passlock
®................................................ 107
Throttle, Adjustable...................................... 112
Tilt Wheel.................................................... 154
Tire
Pressure Light.......................................... 189
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Tires........................................................... 411
Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning..................... 459
Buying New Tires..................................... 427
Chains..................................................... 433
Changing a Flat Tire................................ 436
Cleaning.................................................. 460
Different Size........................................... 428
If a Tire Goes Flat................................... 435
Ination - Tire Pressure............................ 419
Inator, Accessory.................................... 434
Inspection and Rotation............................ 425
Installing the Spare Tire........................... 440
Pressure Monitor System......................... 420
Removing the Flat Tire............................. 440
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools......... 438
Secondary Latch System......................... 446
Spare Tire................................................ 453
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools..... 450
Tire Sidewall Labeling.............................. 412
Tire Terminology and Denitions............... 416
Uniform Tire Quality Grading.................... 429
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance........... 431
Wheel Replacement................................. 432
When It Is Time for New Tires................. 426Towing
Recreational Vehicle................................. 337
Towing a Trailer....................................... 339
Your Vehicle............................................. 337
Traction
StabiliTrak
®System................................. 289
Transmission
Fluid, Automatic....................................... 375
Transmission Operation, Automatic.............. 114
Trip Odometer............................................. 179
Turn and Lane-Change Signals................... 156
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.................... 155
U
Understanding Radio Reception................... 278
Uniform Tire Quality Grading....................... 429
Universal Home Remote System........133, 134
Operation........................................135, 140
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