wiper fluid BUICK RANDEZVOUS 2007 Owner's Manual

=(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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Once you are moving on the freeway, make
certain you allow a reasonable following distance.
Expect to move slightly slower at night.
When you want to leave the freeway, move to the
proper lane well in advance. If you miss your
exit, do not, under any circumstances, stop and
back up. Drive on to the next exit.
The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite
sharply. The exit speed is usually posted.
Reduce your speed according to your
speedometer, not to your sense of motion.
After driving for any distance at higher speeds,
you may tend to think you are going slower than
you actually are.
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
Make sure you are ready. Try to be well rested. If
you must start when you are not fresh — such
as after a day’s work — do not plan to make too
many miles that rst part of the journey. Wear
comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily
drive in.
Is your vehicle ready for a long trip? If you keep it
serviced and maintained, it is ready to go. If it
needs service, have it done before starting out.Of course, you will nd experienced and able
service experts in GM dealerships all across North
America. They will be ready and willing to help
if you need it.
Here are some things you can check before a trip:
Windshield Washer Fluid:Is the reservoir
full? Are all windows clean inside and outside?
Wiper Blades:Are they in good shape?
Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids:Have you
checked all levels?
Lamps:Are they all working? Are the lenses
clean?
Tires:They are vitally important to a safe,
trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough
for long-distance driving? Are the tires
all inated to the recommended pressure?
Weather Forecasts:What is the weather
outlook along your route? Should you
delay your trip a short time to avoid a major
storm system?
Maps:Do you have up-to-date maps?
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Filter
Engine Air Cleaner................................... 370
Finish Damage............................................ 459
Fixed Mast Antenna.................................... 299
Flashers, Hazard Warning........................... 176
Flash-to-Pass.............................................. 179
Flat Tire...................................................... 427
Flat Tire, Changing...................................... 428
Flat Tire, Storing......................................... 444
Fluid
Automatic Transaxle................................. 372
Power Steering........................................ 387
Windshield Washer.................................. 388
Fog Lamps.................................................. 187
Front Armrest Storage Area......................... 160
Front Console Storage Area........................ 160
Front Reading Lamps.................................. 191
Fuel............................................................ 356
Additives.................................................. 357
California Fuel.......................................... 357
Filling a Portable Fuel Container.............. 361
Filling Your Tank...................................... 359
Fuels in Foreign Countries....................... 358Fuel (cont.)
Gage....................................................... 225
Gasoline Octane...................................... 356
Gasoline Specications............................ 356
Low Warning Message............................. 232
Fuses
Floor Console Fuse Block........................ 463
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...................... 463
Underhood Fuse Block............................. 466
Windshield Wiper..................................... 462
G
Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature.................... 221
Fuel......................................................... 225
Speedometer........................................... 213
Tachometer.............................................. 214
Garage Door Opener..........................147, 148
Gas, Check Cap Message........................... 231
Gasoline
Octane..................................................... 356
Specications........................................... 356
Glove Box................................................... 158
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program.......... 497
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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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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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