tires BUICK RAINIER 2007 Workshop Manual

Spare Tire
Your vehicle, when new, had a fully-inated
spare tire. A spare tire may lose air over time, so
check its ination pressure regularly. See
Ination - Tire Pressure on page 419andLoading
Your Vehicle on page 330for information
regarding proper tire ination and loading your
vehicle. For instruction on how to remove, install or
store a spare tire, seeRemoving the Flat Tire
and Installing the Spare Tire on page 440
andStoring a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools on
page 450.
After installing the spare tire on your vehicle, you
should stop as soon as possible and make
sure the spare is correctly inated. Have the
damaged or at road tire repaired or replaced as
soon as you can and installed back onto your
vehicle. This way, a spare tire will be available in
case you need it again.
Do not mix tires and wheels of different sizes,
because they will not t. Keep your spare tire and
its wheel together.
Appearance Care
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
Your vehicle’s interior will continue to look its
best if it is cleaned often. Although not always
visible, dust and dirt can accumulate on your
upholstery. Dirt can damage carpet, fabric, leather,
and plastic surfaces. Regular vacuuming is
recommended to remove particles from your
upholstery. It is important to keep your upholstery
from becoming and remaining heavily soiled.
Soils should be removed as quickly as possible.
Your vehicle’s interior may experience extremes of
heat that could cause stains to set rapidly.
Lighter colored interiors may require more frequent
cleaning. Use care because newspapers and
garments that transfer color to your home
furnishings may also transfer color to your
vehicle’s interior.
When cleaning your vehicle’s interior, only use
cleaners specically designed for the surfaces
being cleaned. Permanent damage may result from
using cleaners on surfaces for which they were not
intended. Use glass cleaner only on glass.
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Notice:If you drive your vehicle through an
automatic car wash that has silicone carbide
tire cleaning brushes, you could damage
the aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. The
repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
Never drive a vehicle equipped with aluminum
or chrome-plated wheels through an
automatic car wash that uses silicone carbide
tire cleaning brushes.
Do not take the vehicle through an automatic car
wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning
brushes. These brushes can also damage the
surface of these wheels.
Tires
To clean the tires, use a stiff brush with tire
cleaner.
Notice:Using petroleum-based tire dressing
products on your vehicle may damage the
paint nish and/or tires. When applying a tire
dressing, always wipe off any overspray
from all painted surfaces on your vehicle.
Sheet Metal Damage
If the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal
repair or replacement, make sure the body
repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to parts
repaired or replaced to restore corrosion
protection.
Original manufacturer replacement parts will
provide the corrosion protection while maintaining
the warranty.
Finish Damage
Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in
the nish should be repaired right away. Bare
metal will corrode quickly and may develop into
major repair expense.
Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with
touch-up materials available from your dealer.
Larger areas of nish damage can be corrected in
your dealer’s body and paint shop.
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Scheduled Maintenance
Service MaintenanceIMaintenanceII
Change engine oil and lter. SeeEngine Oil on page 369. Reset oil life system.
SeeEngine Oil Life System on page 372.An Emission Control Service.••
Visually check for any leaks or damage.See footnote (j).••
Inspect engine air cleaner lter. If necessary, replace lter. SeeEngine Air
Cleaner/Filter on page 374.See footnote (k).•
Rotate tires and check ination pressures and wear. SeeTire Inspection and
Rotation on page 425and “Tire Wear Inspection” inAt Least Once a Month
on page 486.••
Inspect brake system.See footnote (a).••
Check engine coolant and windshield washer uid levels and add uid as
needed.••
Perform any needed additional services. See “Additional Required Services”
in this section.••
Inspect suspension and steering components.See footnote (b).•
Inspect engine cooling system.See footnote (c).•
Inspect wiper blades.See footnote (d).•
Inspect restraint system components.See footnote (e).•
Lubricate body components.See footnote (f).•
Check transmission uid level and add uid as needed.See footnote (g).•
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At Least Once a Month
Tire Ination Check
Visually inspect your vehicle’s tires and make
sure they are inated to the correct pressures.
Do not forget to check the spare tire. See
Ination - Tire Pressure on page 419. Check to
make sure the spare tire is stored securely.
SeeChanging a Flat Tire on page 436.
Tire Wear Inspection
Tire rotation may be required for high mileage
highway drivers prior to the Engine Oil Life System
service notication. Check the tires for wear
and, if necessary, rotate the tires. SeeTire
Inspection and Rotation on page 425.
At Least Once a Year
Starter Switch Check
{CAUTION:
When you are doing this inspection, the
vehicle could move suddenly. If the
vehicle moves, you or others could be
injured.
1. Before you start, be sure you have enough
room around the vehicle.
2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the
regular brake. SeeParking Brake on page 118.
Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready
to turn off the engine immediately if it starts.
3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The
vehicle should start only in PARK (P) or
NEUTRAL (N). If the vehicle starts in any
other position, contact your GM Goodwrench
®
dealer for service.
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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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A
Accessories and Modications..................... 356
Accessory Inator........................................ 434
Accessory Power Outlet(s).......................... 168
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle....................................................... 85
Additives, Fuel............................................ 359
Add-On Electrical Equipment....................... 464
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal............ 112
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine............................. 374
Air Conditioning........................................... 170
Air Suspension............................................ 337
Airbag
Passenger Status Indicator....................... 182
Readiness Light....................................... 181
Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic
Module (SDM).......................................... 510
Airbag System............................................... 68
Adding Equipment to Your
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle......................... 85
How Does an Airbag Restrain?.................. 76
Passenger Sensing System....................... 78
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..... 84
What Makes an Airbag Inate?.................. 76
What Will You See After an Airbag
Inates?................................................. 77Airbag System (cont.)
When Should an Airbag Inate?................. 74
Where Are the Airbags?............................. 71
All-Wheel Drive........................................... 402
All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) System.................... 293
All-Wheel-Drive Service Light....................... 196
Antenna, Fixed Mast................................... 279
Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna
System.................................................... 280
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).................... 287
Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light....... 187
Appearance Care
Aluminum Wheels.................................... 459
Care of Safety Belts................................ 457
Chemical Paint Spotting........................... 461
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses.............. 458
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle.......... 453
Fabric/Carpet........................................... 455
Finish Care.............................................. 458
Finish Damage......................................... 460
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other
Plastic Surfaces.................................... 456
Leather.................................................... 456
Sheet Metal Damage............................... 460
Tires........................................................ 460
Underbody Maintenance........................... 461
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Appearance Care (cont.)
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials.......... 462
Washing Your Vehicle.............................. 457
Windshield, Backglass, and
Wiper Blades........................................ 459
Ashtray(s).................................................... 169
Audio System(s).......................................... 215
Audio Steering Wheel Controls................. 277
Care of Your CD and DVD Player............ 279
Care of Your CDs and DVDs................... 279
Chime Level Adjustment........................... 280
Fixed Mast Antenna................................. 279
Navigation/Radio System,
see Navigation Manual......................... 260
Radio with CD................................217, 228
Radio with Six-Disc CD............................ 238
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)............................ 275
Setting the Time...................................... 217
Theft-Deterrent Feature............................ 276
Understanding Radio Reception............... 278
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System...... 280
Automatic Headlamp System....................... 164
Automatic Transmission
Fluid........................................................ 375
Operation................................................. 114B
Battery........................................................ 396
Electric Power Management..................... 167
Run-Down Protection............................... 168
Before Leaving on a Long Trip.................... 321
Brake
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)................. 287
Emergencies............................................ 289
Parking.................................................... 118
System Warning Light.............................. 186
Brake Pedal, Throttle................................... 112
Brakes........................................................ 392
Braking....................................................... 286
Braking in Emergencies............................... 289
Break-In, New Vehicle................................. 108
Bulb Replacement....................................... 404
Halogen Bulbs......................................... 404
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, and
Parking Lamps..................................... 405
License Plate Lamps................................ 407
Replacement Bulbs.................................. 407
Taillamps and Turn Signal Lamps............. 405
Buying New Tires........................................ 427
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C
Calibration..........................................124, 126
California Fuel............................................. 359
California Proposition 65 Warning................ 357
Canadian Owners........................................... 3
Capacities and Specications...................... 474
Carbon Monoxide..............102, 122, 325, 339
Care of
Safety Belts............................................. 457
Your CD and DVD Player........................ 279
Your CDs and DVDs................................ 279
Cargo Cover............................................... 147
Cargo Tie Downs........................................ 148
CD, MP3 ..................................................... 251
Center Console Storage Area...................... 144
Chains, Tire................................................. 433
Charging System Light................................ 185
Check
Engine Light............................................ 190
Gages Warning Light............................... 196
Check Gas Cap Light.................................. 197
Checking Things Under the Hood................ 364
Chemical Paint Spotting.............................. 461
Child Restraints
Child Restraint Systems............................. 47
Infants and Young Children........................ 43Child Restraints (cont.)
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children..... 54
Older Children........................................... 40
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear
Outside Seat Position............................. 61
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center
Rear Seat Position................................. 63
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right
Front Seat Position................................. 63
Where to Put the Restraint........................ 52
Chime Level Adjustment .............................. 280
Cigarette Lighter.......................................... 169
Cleaning
Aluminum Wheels.................................... 459
Exterior Lamps/Lenses............................. 458
Fabric/Carpet........................................... 455
Finish Care.............................................. 458
Inside of Your Vehicle .............................. 453
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other
Plastic Surfaces.................................... 456
Leather.................................................... 456
Tires........................................................ 460
Underbody Maintenance........................... 461
Washing Your Vehicle .............................. 457
Windshield, Backglass, and
Wiper Blades........................................ 459
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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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