2007 BUICK RANDEZVOUS towing

(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 375 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.
Owner Checks and Services
These owner checks and services should be
performed at the intervals specied to help ensure
the safety, dependability, and emission control
performance of your vehicle. Your GM
Goodwrench
®dealer can assist you with these
checks and services.
Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at
once. Whenever any uids or lubricants are added
to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper
ones, as shown inRecommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 485.
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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.
Scheduling Service Appointments
When your vehicle requires warranty service, you
should contact your dealer and request an
appointment. By scheduling a service appointment
and advising your service consultant of your
transportation needs, your dealer can help
minimize your inconvenience.
If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the
service department immediately, keep driving it
until it can be scheduled for service, unless,
of course, the problem is safety-related. If it is,
please call your dealership, let them know this, and
ask for instructions.
If the dealer requests that you simply drop the
vehicle off for service, you are urged to do so as
early in the work day as possible to allow for
the same day repair.
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If your vehicle cannot be driven, know where
the towing service will be taking it. Get a
card from the tow truck operator or write down
the driver’s name, the service’s name, and
the phone number.
Remove any valuables from your vehicle before
it is towed away. Make sure this includes your
insurance information and registration if you
keep these items in your vehicle.
Gather the important information you will need
from the other driver. Things like name,
address, phone number, driver’s license
number, vehicle license plate, vehicle make,
model and model year, Vehicle Identication
Number (VIN), insurance company and policy
number, and a general description of the
damage to the other vehicle.
If possible, call your insurance company from
the scene of the accident. They will walk you
through the information they will need. If they
ask for a police report, phone or go to the police
department headquarters the next day and you
can get a copy of the report for a nominal fee. In
some states/provinces with “no fault” insurance
laws, a report may not be necessary. This is
especially true if there are no injuries and both
vehicles are driveable.
Choose a reputable collision repair facility for
your vehicle. Whether you select a GM dealer
or a private collision repair facility to x the
damage, make sure you are comfortable with
them. Remember, you will have to feel
comfortable with their work for a long time.
Once you have an estimate, read it carefully
and make sure you understand what work will
be performed on your vehicle. If you have a
question, ask for an explanation. Reputable
shops welcome this opportunity.
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Power
Accessory Outlet(s).................................. 199
Door Locks.............................................. 115
Electrical System..................................... 462
Reduced Engine Message....................... 228
Retained Accessory (RAP)....................... 129
Seat.......................................................... 10
Steering Fluid.......................................... 387
Windows.................................................. 121
Pretensioners, Safety Belt............................. 56
Program Mode Message............................. 233
Programmable Automatic Door Locks.......... 116
Q
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ... 34
R
Radiator Pressure Cap................................ 378
Radios........................................................ 250
Care of Your CD and DVD Player............ 298
Care of Your CDs and DVDs................... 298
Navigation/Radio System, see
Navigation Manual................................ 277
Radio with CD......................................... 252Radios (cont.)
Radio with Six-Disc CD............................ 262
Rear Seat Audio...................................... 293
Setting the Time...................................... 252
Theft-Deterrent......................................... 296
Understanding Reception......................... 297
Rear Door Security Locks........................... 116
Rear Hatch Ajar Warning Message.............. 230
Rear Outside Passenger Positions,
Safety Belts............................................... 47
Rear Reading Lamps.................................. 191
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides.................. 53
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)............................... 293
Rear Seat Entertainment System................. 277
Rear Seat Operation..................................... 15
Rear Storage Area...................................... 160
Rear Windshield Washer/Wiper.................... 180
Rearview Mirrors......................................... 142
Reclining Seatbacks...................................... 13
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.......... 485
Recreational Vehicle Towing........................ 338
Reduced Engine Power Message ................ 228
Remote Keyless Entry System.................... 110
Remote Keyless Entry System,
Operation................................................. 111
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Towing
Recreational Vehicle................................. 338
Towing a Trailer....................................... 340
Your Vehicle............................................. 337
Traction
Active Message....................................... 227
Control System (TCS).............................. 310
Control System Warning Light.................. 220
Service Traction System Warning
Message............................................... 226
Transaxle
Fluid, Automatic....................................... 372
Transaxle Operation, Automatic................... 132
Trip Odometer............................................. 213
Turn and Lane-Change Signals................... 178
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.................... 177
U
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)........ 196
Understanding Radio Reception................... 297Uniform Tire Quality Grading....................... 420
Universal Home Remote System........147, 148
Operation........................................149, 154
V
Vehicle
Control..................................................... 306
Damage Warnings....................................... 5
Loading.................................................... 332
Service Soon Message............................ 233
Symbols...................................................... 5
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data
Recorders................................................ 503
Vehicle Identication
Number (VIN).......................................... 461
Service Parts Identication Label.............. 461
Vehicle Personalization
DIC .......................................................... 240
Ventilation Adjustment.................................. 210
Visors.......................................................... 122
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