2007 BUICK RANDEZVOUS windshield wipers

Ignition Positions
With the key in the ignition, you can turn it to four
different positions.
A (OFF):This is the only position in which you
can remove the key. This position locks the ignition
and transaxle.
Notice:Using a tool to force the key from the
ignition switch could cause damage or break
the key. Use the correct key and turn the key
only with your hand. Make sure the key is all the
way in. If none of this works, then your vehicle
needs service.B (ACCESSORY):This position allows you to use
things like the radio and the windshield wipers
while the engine is off. This position will also allow
you to turn off the engine. Use ACCESSORY if
you must have your vehicle in motion while
the engine is off, for example, if your vehicle is
being pushed or towed.
C (ON):This is the position that the switch
returns to after you start your engine and release
the key. The switch stays in ON when the
engine is running. But even when the engine is
not running, you can use ON to operate your
electrical power accessories, and to display some
instrument panel warning lights.
The battery could be drained if you leave the key
in the ACCESSORY or On position with the
engine off. You may not be able to start your
vehicle if the battery is allowed to drain for
an extended period of time.
D (START):This position starts the engine. When
the engine starts, release the key. The ignition
switch will return to ON for normal driving.
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Instrument Panel Overview........................ 174
Hazard Warning Flashers.......................... 176
Other Warning Devices............................. 176
Horn.......................................................... 176
Tilt Wheel.................................................. 177
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.................. 177
Turn and Lane-Change Signals................. 178
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer.......... 179
Flash-to-Pass............................................ 179
Windshield Wipers..................................... 179
Windshield Washer.................................... 180
Rear Window Wiper/Washer...................... 180
Cruise Control........................................... 181
Exterior Lamps.......................................... 185
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)................. 186
Automatic Headlamp System..................... 187
Fog Lamps................................................ 187
Interior Lamps........................................... 188
Instrument Panel Brightness...................... 188
Interior Lamps Control............................... 188
Headlamp Exit Delay................................. 189
Entry Lighting............................................ 189
Delayed Lighting........................................ 190
Exit Lighting.............................................. 190
Perimeter Lighting..................................... 191Front Reading Lamps................................ 191
Rear Reading Lamps................................ 191
Cargo Lamp.............................................. 192
Battery Run-Down Protection..................... 192
Instrument Panel Switchbank..................... 192
Head-Up Display (HUD)............................ 193
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)...... 196
Accessory Power Outlet(s)........................ 199
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter................ 200
Climate Controls......................................... 200
Climate Control System............................. 200
Dual Climate Control System..................... 203
Dual Automatic Climate Control System.... 206
Outlet Adjustment...................................... 210
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators..... 211
Instrument Panel Cluster........................... 212
Speedometer and Odometer...................... 213
Trip Odometer........................................... 213
Tachometer............................................... 214
Safety Belt Reminder Light........................ 215
Airbag Readiness Light............................. 215
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator............. 217
Brake System Warning Light..................... 219
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light...... 220
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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Tilt Wheel
A tilt wheel lets you adjust the steering wheel
before you drive. You can raise the steering wheel
to the highest level to give your legs more room
when you enter and exit the vehicle.
The lever that lets you tilt the steering wheel is
located on the left side of the steering column.
To tilt the wheel, hold
the wheel and pull the
lever. Then move
the wheel to a
comfortable position and
release the lever to
lock the wheel in place.
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
The lever on the left side of the steering column
includes the following:
GTurn and Lane-Change Signals. See
Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 178.
53Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer.
SeeHeadlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on
page 179.
Flash-to-Pass. SeeFlash-to-Pass on
page 179.
WIPERNWindshield Wipers. See
Windshield Wipers on page 179.
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Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
To change the headlamps from low to high,
push the turn signal lever away from you, then
release it. To change the headlamps from high to
low, pull the lever toward you.
When the high beams
are on, this light on the
instrument panel
cluster and the HUD
display, if the vehicle
has this, will also be on.
Flash-to-Pass
When the headlamps are off, pull the lever toward
you to momentarily turn on the high beams.
This will signal that you are going to pass. When
you release the lever, they will turn off.
Windshield Wipers
WIPERN:Turn the band marked WIPER to
control the windshield wipers.MIST:For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to
MIST. Hold it there until the wipers start, then let go.
The wipers will stop after one cycle. If you want
more cycles, hold the band on MIST longer.
Delay:For delayed wiping cycles, you can set the
wiper speed for a long or short delay between
wipes. This can be very useful in light rain or snow.
Turn the band to choose the delay time. The
closer to LO, the shorter the delay time.
LO:For steady wiping cycles at low speed, turn
the band away from you to the LO position.
HI:For high-speed wiping, turn the band away
from you to the HI position.
OFF:To stop the wipers, turn the band to OFF.
Remember that damaged wiper blades may
prevent you from seeing well enough to drive
safely. To avoid damage, carefully clear ice and
snow from the wiper blades before using them. If
they are frozen to the windshield, carefully
loosen or thaw them. If your blades do become
damaged, get new blades or blade inserts.
Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipers. A
circuit breaker will stop them until the motor cools.
Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload.
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Windshield Washer
LPUSH:To wash your windshield, press and
hold the paddle with the windshield washer
symbol. The washers and wipers will operate.
When you release the paddle, the washers
will stop, and the wipers will continue to operate
for two cycles, unless your wipers were already on.
In that case, the wipers will resume the wiper
speed you selected earlier.
{CAUTION:
In freezing weather, do not use your
washer until the windshield is warmed.
Otherwise the washer uid can form ice
on the windshield, blocking your vision.
Rear Window Wiper/Washer
The rear window
washer/wiper switch is
located in the
instrument panel
switchbank. See
Instrument Panel
Switchbank on
page 192.
Z(Rear Intermittent Wiper):Press the wiper
symbol on the top of the switch to turn on
the intermittent wiper. To turn off the wiper, gently
press the bottom of the switch.
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=(Rear Wiper/Washer):To wash and wipe the
rear window, press the washer symbol on the
bottom of the switch. Washer uid will spray as
long as the switch is held in. When the switch
is released, the wiper will continue to cycle
three more times. There is only one washer uid
reservoir for the front and rear windshield
wipers. SeeWindshield Washer Fluid on page 388.
To wash the rear window while the rear wiper is
already on, press the bottom of the switch.
Press the top of the switch to continue the
intermittent wiper cycle after the washing cycle is
completed.
The rear window washer uses the same uid
bottle as the windshield washer. However, the rear
window washer will run out of uid before the
windshield washer. If you can wash your
windshield but not your rear window, check the
uid level.
Remember that a damaged wiper blade may
prevent you from seeing well enough to drive
safely. To avoid damage, carefully clear ice and
snow from the wiper blade before using it. If
it is frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or
thaw the wiper blade. If your blade becomes
damaged, get a new blade or blade insert.
{CAUTION:
In freezing weather, do not use your
washer until the windshield is warmed.
Otherwise the washer uid can form ice
on the windshield, blocking your vision.
Cruise Control
With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of
about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without
keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can
really help on long trips.
Cruise control does not work at speeds below
about 25 mph (40 km/h).
When you apply your brakes, the cruise control
disengages.
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Fuse Usage
26HVAC Mode and Temperature
Motors and Head-Up Display
28 Accessory Power
29 Windshield Wipers and Washer
30Instrument Panel Cluster,
Body Control Module (BCM),
PASS-Key
®III
31 Park Lock Ignition Key Solenoid
32 Rear Window Wiper/Washer
34 Power Sunroof
35 Power Windows
36Map Lamps, Courtesy Lamps and
Instrument Panel Lights
37 Radio
38 UQ3 Radio Amplier
39 Head-Up Display
40 Hazard Flashers
Fuse Usage
41Instrument Panel Cluster, Climate
Control, Security LED and Remote
Keyless Entry Mode
42 PASS-Key
®III
44 Body Control Module (BCM)
46Automatic Occupant Sensing
Module
Relay Usage
20 Rear Defogger Relay
23 Ignition Relay
27 Accessory Relay
33 Retained Accessory Power Relay
43 Accessory Diode
45 Back-Up Lamps
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Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators......... 211
Warnings
Hazard Warning Flashers......................... 176
Other Warning Devices............................ 176
Safety and Symbols..................................... 4
Vehicle Damage.......................................... 5
Washer Fluid Low Warning Message........... 231
Wheels
Alignment and Tire Balance..................... 422
Different Size........................................... 420
Replacement............................................ 422
Where to Put the Restraint............................ 68
Windows..................................................... 120
Power...................................................... 121Windshield
Backglass, and Wiper Blades, Cleaning ... 457
Replacement............................................ 404
Washer.................................................... 180
Washer Fluid........................................... 388
Wiper Blade Replacement........................ 404
Wiper Fuses............................................ 462
Wipers..................................................... 179
Windshield, Rear Washer/Wiper................... 180
Winter Driving............................................. 327
X
XM Radio Messages................................... 276
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System......... 299
Y
Your Vehicle and the Environment............... 473
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