windshield wipers BUICK RAINIER 2007 Owner's Manual

Ignition Positions
Use the key to turn the ignition switch to four
different positions.
A (LOCK):This position locks the ignition and
transmission. It is a theft-deterrent feature. You will
only be able to remove the key when the ignition
is turned to LOCK.Notice:If your key seems stuck in LOCK and
you cannot turn it, be sure you are using
the correct key; if so, is it all the way in? Turn
the key only with your hand. Using a tool to
force it could break the key or the ignition
switch. If none of these works, then your
vehicle needs service.
B (ACCESSORY):This position lets you use
things like the radio and the windshield wipers
when the engine is off.
Lengthy operation of features such as the radio
in the accessory ignition position may drain
the battery and prevent your vehicle from starting.
Do not operate your vehicle in the accessory
ignition position for a long period of time.
C (RUN):This is the position for driving.
The battery could be drained if you leave the key
in the ACCESSORY or RUN 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.
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Instrument Panel Overview........................ 152
Hazard Warning Flashers.......................... 154
Other Warning Devices............................. 154
Horn.......................................................... 154
Tilt Wheel.................................................. 154
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.................. 155
Turn and Lane-Change Signals................. 156
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer.......... 157
Flash-to-Pass............................................ 157
Windshield Wipers..................................... 157
Windshield Washer.................................... 158
Rear Window Wiper/Washer...................... 158
Cruise Control........................................... 159
Headlamps................................................ 162
Headlamps on Reminder........................... 163
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)................. 163
Automatic Headlamp System..................... 164
Fog Lamps................................................ 165
Instrument Panel Brightness...................... 166
Dome Lamps............................................. 166
Dome Lamp Override................................ 166
Entry Lighting............................................ 167
Exit Lighting.............................................. 167
Reading Lamps......................................... 167Electric Power Management...................... 167
Battery Run-Down Protection..................... 168
Accessory Power Outlet(s)........................ 168
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter................ 169
Climate Controls......................................... 170
Dual Automatic Climate Control System....... 170
Outlet Adjustment...................................... 175
Rear Climate Control System.................... 176
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators........ 176
Instrument Panel Cluster........................... 178
Speedometer and Odometer...................... 179
Trip Odometer........................................... 179
Tachometer............................................... 179
Safety Belt Reminder Light........................ 180
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light....... 180
Airbag Readiness Light............................. 181
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator............. 182
Charging System Light.............................. 185
Voltmeter Gage......................................... 185
Brake System Warning Light..................... 186
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light...... 187
StabiliTrak
®Service Light........................... 188
StabiliTrak®Indicator Light......................... 188
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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The tilt lever is located
to the left of the steering
column, under the
turn signal lever.
It can be raised to the highest level to give your
legs more room when you enter and exit the
vehicle.
To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull
the lever toward you. Move the steering wheel
to a comfortable level, then 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
23Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
Flash-to-Pass Feature
NWindshield Wipers
JWindshield Washer
ICruise Control
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Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
To change the headlamps from low to high
beam, push the lever toward the instrument panel.
To return to low-beam headlamps, pull the
multifunction lever toward you. Then release it.
When the high
beams are on, this
indicator light on
the instrument panel
cluster will also be on.
Flash-to-Pass
This feature lets you use your high-beam
headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that
you want to pass. It works even if your headlamps
are in the automatic position.To use it, pull the turn signal lever toward you,
then release it.
If the headlamps are in the automatic position or
on low beam, the high-beam headlamps turn
on. They will stay on as long as you hold the lever
toward you. The high-beam indicator on the
instrument panel cluster comes on. Release the
lever to return to normal operation.
Windshield Wipers
8(Mist):Turn the band to mist, for a single
wiping cycle. Hold it there until the wipers
start. Then let go. The wipers will stop after
one wipe. If more wipes are needed, hold the
band on mist longer.
9(Off):Move the band to off, to stop the wipers.
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N(Windshield Wipers):Turn the band to
control the windshield wipers.
The wiper speed can be set 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 the top of the lever,
the shorter the delay.
For steady wiping at low speed, turn the band away
from you to the rst solid band past the delay
settings. For high-speed wiping, turn the band
further, to the second solid band past the delay
settings. To stop the wipers, move the band to off.
Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper
blades before using them. If they are frozen to the
windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. If the
blades do become worn or damaged, get new
blades or blade inserts.Windshield Washer
L(Windshield Washer):To spray washer uid
on the windshield, press the windshield washer
paddle. The wipers will clear the window and then
either stop or return to your preset speed.
{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
{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.
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Windshield
Backglass, and Wiper Blades, Cleaning ... 459
Replacement............................................ 408
Washer.................................................... 158
Washer Fluid........................................... 391
Wiper Blade Replacement........................ 408
Wiper Fuses............................................ 464
Wipers..................................................... 157
Windshield, Rear Washer/Wiper................... 158
Winter Driving............................................. 325X
XM Radio Messages................................... 257
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System......... 280
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Your Vehicle and the Environment............... 477
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