rear view mirror BUICK RAINIER 2007 Owner's Manual

Seats and Restraint Systems
....................... 7
Front Seats
.............................................. 8
Rear Seats
............................................. 16
Safety Belts
............................................ 18
Child Restraints
...................................... 40
Airbag System
........................................ 68
Restraint System Check
......................... 86
Features and Controls
................................ 89
Keys
....................................................... 91
Doors and Locks
.................................... 96
Windows
............................................... 103
Theft-Deterrent Systems
....................... 105
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
..... 108
Mirrors
.................................................. 124
OnStar
®System
................................... 129
Universal Home Remote System
.......... 133
Storage Areas
...................................... 144
Sunroof
................................................ 148Instrument Panel
....................................... 149
Instrument Panel Overview
................... 152
Climate Controls
................................... 170
Warning Lights, Gages, and
Indicators
.......................................... 176
Driver Information Center (DIC)
............ 198
Audio System(s)
................................... 215
Driving Your Vehicle
................................. 281
Your Driving, the Road, and
Your Vehicle
..................................... 282
Towing
................................................. 337
Service and Appearance Care
.................. 353
Service
................................................. 356
Fuel
...................................................... 358
Checking Things Under the Hood
......... 364
All-Wheel Drive
..................................... 402
Rear Axle
............................................. 402
Front Axle
............................................ 403
2007 Buick Rainier Owner ManualM
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In many crashes severe enough to inate the
airbag, windshields are broken by vehicle
deformation. Additional windshield breakage may
also occur from the right front passenger
airbag.
Airbags are designed to inate only once.
After an airbag inates, you will need
some new parts for your airbag system. If you
do not get them, the airbag system will not
be there to help protect you in another crash.
A new system will include airbag modules
and possibly other parts. The service manual
for your vehicle covers the need to replace
other parts.
Your vehicle has a crash sensing and
diagnostic module which records information
after a crash. SeeVehicle Data Collection and
Event Data Recorders on page 510.
Let only qualied technicians work on the
airbag system. Improper service can mean that
an airbag system will not work properly. See
your dealer for service.
Passenger Sensing System
Your vehicle has a passenger sensing system for
the right front passenger’s position. A passenger
airbag status indicator in the rearview mirror will be
visible when you turn your ignition key to START
or RUN.
The words ON and OFF, or the symbol for on and
off, will be visible during the system check. When
the system check is complete, either the word ON
or the word OFF, or the symbol for on or the symbol
for off, will be visible. SeePassenger Airbag Status
Indicator on page 182.
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The passenger sensing system is designed to turn
off the right front passenger’s frontal airbag if:
The right front passenger seat is unoccupied.
The system determines that an infant is
present in a rear-facing infant seat.
The system determines that a small child is
present in a forward-facing child restraint.
The system determines that a small child is
present in a booster seat.
A right front passenger takes his/her weight off
of the seat for a period of time.
The right front passenger seat is occupied by
a smaller person, such as a child who has
outgrown child restraints.
Or, if there is a critical problem with the airbag
system or the passenger sensing system.
When the passenger sensing system has turned
off the passenger’s frontal airbag, the off indicator
in the rearview mirror will light and stay lit to
remind you that the airbag is off.If a child restraint has been installed and the on
indicator is lit, turn the vehicle off. Remove
the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall
the child restraint following the child restraint
manufacturer’s directions and refer toSecuring
a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position
on page 63.
If, after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting
the vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, check to
make sure that the vehicle’s seatback is not
pressing the child restraint into the seat cushion.
If this happens, slightly recline the vehicle’s
seatback and adjust the seat cushion if possible.
Also make sure the child restraint is not trapped
under the vehicle head restraint. If this happens,
adjust the head restraint.
If the on indicator is still lit, secure the child in
the child restraint in a rear seat position in
the vehicle and check with your dealer.
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Keys.............................................................. 91
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System.......... 93
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation................................................. 94
Doors and Locks.......................................... 96
Door Locks................................................. 96
Power Door Locks....................................... 97
Delayed Locking.......................................... 98
Programmable Automatic Door Locks.......... 98
Rear Door Security Locks......................... 101
Lockout Protection..................................... 101
Liftgate/Liftglass......................................... 102
Windows...................................................... 103
Power Windows........................................ 104
Sun Visors................................................ 105
Theft-Deterrent Systems............................. 105
Content Theft-Deterrent............................. 106
Passlock
®.................................................. 107
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle......... 108
New Vehicle Break-In................................ 108
Ignition Positions....................................... 109Retained Accessory Power (RAP)............. 110
Starting the Engine.................................... 110
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal.......... 112
Engine Coolant Heater.............................. 112
Active Fuel Management™........................ 113
Automatic Transmission Operation............. 114
Parking Brake........................................... 118
Shifting Into Park (P) ................................. 119
Shifting Out of Park (P)............................. 120
Parking Over Things That Burn................. 121
Engine Exhaust......................................... 122
Running the Engine While Parked............. 123
Mirrors......................................................... 124
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
with OnStar
®and Compass................... 124
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
with Compass........................................ 126
Outside Power Mirror................................ 127
Outside Curb View Assist Mirror................ 128
Outside Convex Mirror............................... 129
Outside Heated Mirrors............................. 129
Section 2 Features and Controls
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Mirrors
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
with OnStar
®and Compass
Your vehicle may have an automatic-dimming
rearview mirror with a compass and the OnStar®
system.
There are three additional buttons for the OnStar
®
system. See your dealer for more information
on the system and how to subscribe to OnStar®.
SeeOnStar®System on page 129for more
information about the services OnStar®provides.
O(On/Off):This is the on/off button.
Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation
The automatic dimming mirror function is turned on
automatically each time the ignition is started.
To operate the automatic dimming mirror, do the
following:
1. Make sure the green indicator light, located to
the left of the on/off button, is lit. If it’s not,
press and hold the on/off button until the green
light comes on, indicating that the mirror is
in automatic dimming mode.
2. Turn off the automatic dimming mirror function
by pressing and holding the on/off button until
the green indicator light turns off.
Compass Operation
Press the on/off button once to turn the compass
on or off.
There is a compass display in the window in the
upper right corner of the mirror face. The compass
displays a maximum of two characters. For
example, “NE” is displayed for north-east.
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Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
with Compass
Your vehicle may have an automatic-dimming
rearview mirror with a compass.
O(On/Off):This is the on/off button for the
automatic dimming feature and compass.
Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation
The automatic dimming mirror function is turned on
automatically each time the ignition is started.
To operate the automatic dimming mirror, do the
following:
1. Make sure the green indicator light, located to
the left of the on/off button, is lit. If it’s not,
press and hold the on/off button until the green
light comes on, indicating that the mirror is
in automatic dimming mode.
2. Turn off the automatic dimming mirror function
by pressing and holding the on/off button until
the green indicator light turns off.
Compass Operation
Press the on/off button once to turn the compass
on or off.There is a compass display in the window in the
upper right corner of the mirror face. The compass
displays a maximum of two characters. For
example, “NE” is displayed for north-east.
Compass Calibration
Press and hold the on/off button to activate the
compass calibration mode. CAL will be displayed
in the compass window on the mirror.
The compass can be calibrated by driving the
vehicle in circles at 5 mph (8 km/h) or less until the
display reads a direction.
Compass Variance
Compass variance is the difference between earth’s
magnetic north and true geographic north. The
mirror is set to zone eight upon leaving the factory.
It will be necessary to adjust the compass to
compensate for compass variance if you live
outside zone eight. Under certain circumstances,
such as during a long distance cross-country trip, it
will be necessary to adjust for compass variance.
If not adjusted to account for compass variance,
your compass could give false readings.
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Outside Convex Mirror
{CAUTION:
A convex mirror can make things (like
other vehicles) look farther away than they
really are. If you cut too sharply into the
right or left lane, you could hit a vehicle.
Check your inside mirror or glance over
your shoulder before changing lanes.
The passenger’s outside mirror is convex. A convex
mirror’s surface is curved so more can be seen
from the driver’s seat.
Outside Heated Mirrors
When the rear window defogger is turned on, the
driver’s and passenger’s outside rearview mirrors
also heat to help clear them of ice, snow, and
condensation. SeeDual Automatic Climate Control
System on page 170for more information.
OnStar®System
OnStar®uses several innovative technologies and
live advisors to provide you with a wide range
of safety, security, information, and convenience
services. If your airbags deploy, the system is
designed to make an automatic call to OnStar
®
Emergency advisors who can request emergency
services be sent to your location. If you lock
your keys in the vehicle, call OnStar
®at
1-888-4-ONSTAR and they can send a signal to
unlock your doors. If you need roadside
assistance, press the OnStar
®button and they
can contact Roadside Service for you.
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Turn and Lane-Change Signals
The turn signal has two upward (for right) and
two downward (for left) positions. These positions
let you signal a turn or a lane change.
To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or
down. When the turn is nished, the lever
returns automatically.
An arrow on the
instrument panel
cluster ashes in the
direction of the turn or
lane change.
To signal a lane change, raise or lower the lever
until the arrow starts to ash. Hold it there until you
complete your lane change. The lever returns
by itself when released. The bottom of the outside
rearview mirrors might also have lane change
indicators.As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the
arrows ash more quickly than normal, a signal
bulb could be burned out and other drivers will not
see your turn signal.
If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an
accident. If the arrows do not go on at all when
you signal a turn, check the fuse. SeeFuses and
Circuit Breakers on page 465and check for
burned-out bulbs.
If you have a trailer towing option with added
wiring for the trailer lamps, a turn signal asher is
used. With this asher installed, the signal
indicator ashes even if a turn signal bulb is
burned out. Check the front and rear turn signal
lamps regularly to make sure they are working.
Turn Signal On Chime
If your turn signal is left on for more than 3/4 of a
mile (1.2 km), a chime sounds at each ash of
the turn signal. To turn off the chime, move
the turn signal lever to the off position.
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Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
Your vehicle has the passenger sensing system.
Your rearview mirror has a passenger airbag
status indicator.When the ignition key is turned to RUN or START,
the passenger airbag status indicator will light
ON and OFF, or the symbol for on and off,
for several seconds as a system check. Then,
after several more seconds, the status indicator
will light either ON or OFF, or either the on
or off symbol to let you know the status of the
right front passenger’s frontal airbag.
If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the
passenger airbag status indicator, it means that
the right front passenger’s frontal airbag is enabled
(may inate).
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CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
This message displays when the tire pressure in
one of the vehicle’s tires needs to be checked.
Press any of the DIC buttons, or the trip stem, to
acknowledge this message and clear it from
the DIC display.
If this message appears on the DIC, stop as soon
as you can. Have the tire pressures checked
and set to those shown on the Tire Loading
Information Label. SeeTires on page 411,Loading
Your Vehicle on page 330, andInation - Tire
Pressure on page 419. If the tire pressure is low,
the low tire pressure warning light comes on.
SeeTire Pressure Light on page 189.
CHECK WASHER FLUID
This message displays if the washer uid level is
low. Adding washer uid to the windshield
washer uid reservoir clears this message. See
Windshield Washer Fluid on page 391. This
message clears itself after 10 seconds, or you can
press any of the DIC buttons, or the trip stem,
to acknowledge this message and clear it from the
DIC display.
CURB VIEW ACTIVATED
This message displays when the passenger
outside rearview mirror moves into the curb view
position. SeeOutside Curb View Assist Mirror
on page 128for more information.
DRIVER DOOR AJAR
This message displays and a chime sounds if the
driver’s door is not fully closed. Stop and turn
off the vehicle, check the door for obstructions, and
close the door again. Check to see if the
message still appears on the DIC. Press any of
the DIC buttons, or the trip stem, to acknowledge
this message and clear it from the DIC display.
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