climate control BUICK RAINIER 2007 User Guide

Climate Controls
Dual Automatic Climate Control
System
With this system you can control the heating,
cooling and ventilation for your vehicle. When your
vehicle is rst started and the climate control
system is on, or if the climate control system has
been turned on, the display will show the
driver’s temperature setting for ve seconds.
Then it will show the outside temperature.
Outside Air Temperature Display
A new outside temperature reading will be
displayed if the vehicle has been off for more than
three hours. If the vehicle has been off for less
than three hours, the old temperature reading may
be displayed because underhood heat is
affecting the true outside temperature.
Since underhood heat can also affect the outside
temperature while the engine is running, it
may take several minutes of driving before the
display updates to the actual outside temperature.
9(Off):Press this button to turn off the entire
climate control system. Outside air will still
enter the vehicle, and will be directed to the oor.
Press the AUTO button, the mode button, the
fan arrows, or either temperature knob to turn the
system on.
C(Mode):Press this button to manually select
the air delivery mode to the oor, instrument panel,
or windshield outlets. The system will stay in the
selected mode until the mode button is pressed
again or the AUTO button is pressed.
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Defogging and Defrosting
Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high
humidity (moisture) condensing on the cool window
glass. This can be minimized if the climate
control system is used properly. You can use
either defog or front defrost to clear fog or frost
from your windshield.
-(Defog):Use this setting to clear the windows
of fog or moisture. This setting will deliver air
to the oor and windshield outlets.
0(Front Defrost):Press the front defrost button
to clear the windshield and side windows of
frost or fog quickly. The system will automatically
control the fan speed if you select defrost from
AUTO mode. If the outside temperature is
40°F (4°C) or warmer, your air conditioning
compressor will automatically run to help
dehumidify the air and dry the windshield. Do not
drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear.
Rear Window Defogger
The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to
remove fog from the rear window.
<(Rear):Press this button to turn the rear
window defogger on or off.
An indicator light in the button will come on to let
you know that the rear window defogger is
activated.
The rear window defogger will turn off
approximately 10 minutes after the button is
pressed. If you need additional warming time,
press the button again.
If equipped, your heated mirrors will also come on
when you press this button.
Notice:Do not use a razor blade or sharp
object to clear the inside rear window. Do not
adhere anything to the defogger grid lines
in the rear glass. These actions may damage
the rear defogger. Repairs would not be
covered by your warranty.
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Rear Climate Control System
The lower buttons on the rear seat audio are used
to adjust the rear seat climate controls. The
temperature of the air coming through the rear
outlets is determined by the front passenger’s
temperature setting.
z9y(Fan)Press this button to adjust the
fan speed.
z\y(Mode)Press this button to change the
direction of airow in the rear seat area to
either vent, bi-level or oor mode.
P(On/Off)Press this button to turn the rear
climate controls on or off.
The rear control will only turn on if the front is on
and not in defrost mode.
Warning Lights, Gages, and
Indicators
This part describes the warning lights and gages
that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will
help you locate them.
Warning lights and gages can signal that
something is wrong before it becomes serious
enough to cause an expensive repair or
replacement. Paying attention to your warning
lights and gages could also save you or others
from injury.
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Driving with a Trailer
{CAUTION:
If you have a rear-most window open and
you pull a trailer with your vehicle, carbon
monoxide (CO) could come into your
vehicle. You cannot see or smell CO.
It can cause unconsciousness or death.
SeeEngine Exhaust on page 122.
To maximize your safety when towing
a trailer:
Have your exhaust system inspected
for leaks, and make necessary repairs
before starting on your trip.
Keep the rear-most windows closed.
CAUTION: (Continued)
CAUTION: (Continued)

If exhaust does come into your vehicle
through a window in the rear or
another opening, drive with your front,
main heating or cooling system on
and with the fan on any speed. This
will bring fresh, outside air into your
vehicle. Do not use the climate control
setting for maximum air because it
only recirculates the air inside your
vehicle. SeeDual Automatic Climate
Control System on page 170.
Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of
experience. Before setting out for the open road,
you’ll want to get to know your rig. Acquaint
yourself with the feel of handling and braking with
the added weight of the trailer. And always
keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is
now a good deal longer and not nearly as
responsive as your vehicle is by itself.
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Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating
based on the wear rate of the tire when tested
under controlled conditions on a specied
government test course. For example, a tire
graded 150 would wear one and a half (1.5) times
as well on the government course as a tire
graded 100. The relative performance of tires
depends upon the actual conditions of their use,
however, and may depart signicantly from
the norm due to variations in driving habits, service
practices, and differences in road characteristics
and climate.
Traction – AA, A, B, C
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are
AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire’s
ability to stop on wet pavement as measured
under controlled conditions on specied
government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete.
A tire marked C may have poor traction
performance.
Warning:The traction grade assigned to this tire
is based on straight-ahead braking traction
tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering,
hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.
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Fuses Usage
09 Rear Wiper
10 Driver Door Module
11 Amplier
12 Passenger Door Module
13 Rear Climate Controls
14 Driver Side Rear Parking Lamps
15 Blank
16Vehicle Center High-Mounted
Stoplamp (CHMSL)
17Passenger Side Rear Parking
Lamps
18 Locks
19 Liftgate Module/Driver Seat Module
20 Blank
21 Lock
23 Blank
24 Unlock
25 Blank
26 Blank
27OnStar
®Overhead Battery,
OnStar®System
28 Sunroof
29 Rainsense™ Wipers
30 Parking Lamps
Fuses Usage
31 Truck Body Controller Accessory
32 Truck Body Controller 5
33 Front Wipers
34 Vehicle Stop
35 Transmission Control Module
36 Heat Ventilation Air Conditioning B
37 Front Parking Lamps
38 Driver Side Turn Signal
39 Heat Ventilation Air Conditioning I
40 Truck Body Controller 4
41 Radio
42 Trailer Park
43 Passenger Side Turn Signal
44 Heat Ventilation Air Conditioning
45 Rear Fog Lamps
46 Auxiliary Power 1
47 Ignition 0
48 Four-Wheel Drive
49 Blank
50 Truck Body Controller Ignition
51 Brakes
52 Truck Body Controller Run
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Climate Control System
Dual Automatic......................................... 170
Outlet Adjustment..................................... 175
Rear........................................................ 176
Collision Damage Repair............................. 511
Comfort Guides, Rear Safety Belt................. 36
Compass............................................124, 126
Content Theft-Deterrent............................... 106
Control of a Vehicle..................................... 286
Convenience Net......................................... 146
Coolant
Engine Temperature Gage........................ 189
Heater, Engine......................................... 112
Cooling System........................................... 384
Cruise Control............................................. 159
Cruise Control Light.................................... 194
Customer Assistance Information
Courtesy Transportation........................... 507
Customer Assistance for Text
Telephone (TTY) Users......................... 502
Customer Assistance Offices.................... 502
Customer Satisfaction Procedure.............. 498
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program...... 503
Reporting Safety Defects to General
Motors.................................................. 516Customer Assistance Information (cont.)
Reporting Safety Defects to the
Canadian Government.......................... 516
Reporting Safety Defects to the
United States Government.................... 516
Roadside Assistance Program.................. 504
Service Publications Ordering
Information........................................... 517
D
Daytime Running Lamps............................. 163
Defensive Driving........................................ 282
Delayed Locking............................................ 98
Disc, MP3................................................... 251
Doing Your Own Service Work.................... 357
Dome Lamp Override.................................. 166
Dome Lamps............................................... 166
Door
Delayed Locking........................................ 98
Locks......................................................... 96
Power Door Locks..................................... 97
Programmable Automatic Door Locks......... 98
Rear Door Security Locks........................ 101
Driver
Position, Safety Belt................................... 24
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Driver Information Center (DIC)................... 198
DIC Operation and Displays..................... 199
DIC Vehicle Customization....................... 208
DIC Warnings and Messages................... 202
Driving
At Night................................................... 314
City.......................................................... 319
Defensive................................................. 282
Drunken................................................... 283
Freeway................................................... 320
Hill and Mountain Roads.......................... 323
In Rain and on Wet Roads...................... 316
Off-Road.................................................. 299
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out.......... 330
Winter...................................................... 325
Dual Automatic Climate Control System....... 170
DVD
Rear Seat Entertainment System............. 260
E
Electric Power Management........................ 167
Electrical System
Add-On Equipment................................... 464
Engine Compartment Fuse Block............. 465
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...................... 465
Headlamps............................................... 464Electrical System (cont.)
Power Windows and Other Power
Options................................................. 464
Rear Underseat Fuse Block..................... 471
Windshield Wiper Fuses........................... 464
Electronically Controlled Air Suspension
System.................................................... 337
Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter...................................... 374
Battery..................................................... 396
Check and Service Engine Soon Light..... 190
Coolant.................................................... 379
Coolant Heater......................................... 112
Coolant Temperature Gage...................... 189
Drive Belt Routing.................................... 492
Engine Compartment Overview ................ 366
Exhaust................................................... 122
Fan Noise................................................ 390
Oil ........................................................... 369
Oil Life System........................................ 372
Overheating............................................. 382
Reduced Power Light............................... 195
Starting.................................................... 110
Entry Lighting.............................................. 337
Event Data Recorders (EDR)...................... 337
Exit Lighting................................................ 337
Extender, Safety Belt................................... 337
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Q
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ... 23
R
Radiator Pressure Cap................................ 382
Radios........................................................ 215
Care of Your CD and DVD Player............ 279
Care of Your CDs and DVDs................... 279
Navigation/Radio System,
see Navigation Manual......................... 260
Radio with CD................................217, 228
Radio with Six-Disc CD............................ 238
Rear Seat Audio...................................... 275
Setting the Time...................................... 217
Theft-Deterrent......................................... 276
Understanding Reception......................... 278
Reading Lamps........................................... 167
Rear Axle.................................................... 402
Locking.................................................... 289
Rear Climate Control System...................... 176
Rear Door Security Locks........................... 101
Rear Floor Storage Lid................................ 146
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides.................. 36Rear Seat Audio (RSA)............................... 275
Rear Seat Entertainment System................. 260
Rear Seat Operation..................................... 16
Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts.............. 33
Rear Windshield Washer/Wiper.................... 158
Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with
Compass................................................. 126
Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with
OnStar
®and Compass............................. 124
Reclining Seatbacks, Power.......................... 13
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.......... 489
Recreational Vehicle Towing........................ 337
Reduced Engine Power Light...................... 195
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System............ 93
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System,
Operation................................................... 94
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the
Spare Tire................................................ 440
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools............ 438
Replacement Bulbs..................................... 407
Replacement, Windshield............................. 408
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government............................. 516
General Motors........................................ 516
United States Government....................... 516
529