BUICK RANDEZVOUS 2002 Owner's Manual

6-36 Headlamps
1. Open the hood.
2. Push in on the headlamp
panel and lift up the
headlamp retaining
clip partway, but do
not remove.
3. Undo the wing stud on the upper, outboard side of
the lamp assembly.
4. Unsnap the headlamp assembly by pulling it
forward, away from the vehicle.
5. Disconnect the electrical connector by pulling back
on the locking tab, located on the electrical
connector, to separate the two connectors.
6. Turn the bulb
socket one
-quarter
of a turn clockwise.
7. Pull the bulb assembly out from the lamp housing.

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8. Unhook the electrical connector by lifting up the
gray tabs and separate the connector from the
bulb base.9. Install the new bulb into the electrical connector.
Push the bulb firmly enough so that the gray tabs
hook over the tab on the bulb.
10. Carefully put the bulb assembly back into the lamp
housing and turn the bulb socket one
-quarter of a
turn counterclockwise.
11. Align the retaining clips on the back of the
headlamp with the rectangular holes in the
mounting panel.
12. Push firmly on both ends of the headlamp to snap it
into position.
13. Push the retaining clip down to its original position.
14. Reinstall the wing stud.

6-38 Front Turn Signal/Parking/Sidemarker Lamps
To replace the front turn signal, parking or sidemarker
lamp bulbs, follow the headlamp bulb replacement
procedure and replace the appropriate bulb.
Taillamps and Back-Up Lamps
(Liftgate Mounted)
1. Open the liftgate.
2. Remove the panel inside the liftgate by lifting the
tabs and pulling the panel off.
3. Remove the
seven wing nuts
and the four
outboard nuts
(two at each end).
4. Gently lower the liftgate.
5. Pull the lamp applique directly rearward from
the vehicle.
A. Taillamp (outboard)
B. Taillamp (center)
C. Back
-up Lamp (inboard)

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6. Turn the bulb socket one-quarter of a turn
counterclockwise.
7. Pull the bulb assembly out from the lamp housing.
8. Pull the bulb out of the base.
9. Install the new bulb into the electrical connector.
Push the bulb firmly enough so that the tabs hook
over the tab on the bulb.
10. Carefully put the bulb assembly back into the lamp
housing and turn the bulb socket one
-quarter of a
turn clockwise.
11. Replace the applique on the liftgate.
12. Gently lift the liftgate.
13. Reinstall the seven wing nuts and the
four outboard nuts.
14. Reinstall the panel inside the liftgate by connecting
the tabs.
15. Close the liftgate.
Outboard Taillamps, Brake Lamps and
Turn Signals
1. Open the liftgate.
2. Remove the
two screws on
the inboard
taillamp panel.

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3. Pull the lamp directly rearward from the vehicle.
4. Turn the bulb socket one
-quarter of a
turn counterclockwise.
5. Pull the bulb assembly out from the lamp housing.
6. Unhook the electrical connector by lifting up the
tabs and separate the connector from the bulb base.
7. Install the new bulb into the electrical connector.
Push the bulb firmly enough so that the tabs hook
over the tab on the bulb.
8. Carefully put the bulb assembly back into the lamp
housing and turn the bulb socket one
-quarter of a
turn clockwise.
9. Reinstall the lamp to its pocket by lining up
the mounting pin and pushing forward to set
the position.
10. Reinstall the screws removed in Step 2.
11. Close the liftgate.
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least
twice a year for wear or cracking. See ªWiper Blade
Checkº in the Index for more information.
Replacement blades come in different types and are
removed in different ways. For proper type and length,
see ªNormal Maintenance Replacement Partsº in
the Index.
Here's how to replace the windshield wiper blades:
1. Turn the wipers on to the lowest intermittent setting.
2. Turn off the ignition while the wipers are at the
outer positions of the wipe pattern. The blades are
more accessible for removal/replacement while in
this position.
3. Pull the windshield wiper arm away from
the windshield

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4. Pull up the release clip, located at the connecting
point of the blade and the arm. Then, pull the blade
assembly down toward the glass to remove it from
the wiper arm.
5. Push the new wiper blade securely on the wiper arm
until you hear the release clip ªclickº into place.
6. Push the release clip, from Step 4, down to secure
the wiper blade into place.To replace the backglass mounted wiper blade, do
the following:
1. Turn the rear wiper off.
2. Pull the wiper away from the backglass.
3. Pull up the release clip, located at the connecting
point of the blade and the arm. Then, pull the blade
assembly down toward the glass to remove it from
the wiper arm.
4. Push the new wiper blade securely on the wiper arm
until you hear the release clip ªclickº into place.
5. Push the release clip, from Step 3, down to secure
the wiper blade into place.

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Tires
Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by
a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions
about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see
your Buick Warranty booklet for details.
CAUTION:
Poorly maintained and improperly used tires
are dangerous.

Overloading your tires can cause
overheating as a result of too much friction.
You could have an air
-out and a serious
accident. See ªLoading Your Vehicleº in
the Index.
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CAUTION: (Continued)

Underinflated tires pose the same danger
as overloaded tires. The resulting accident
could cause serious injury. Check all tires
frequently to maintain the recommended
pressure. Tire pressure should be checked
when your tires are cold.

Overinflated tires are more likely to be
cut, punctured or broken by a sudden
impact
-- such as when you hit a pothole.
Keep tires at the recommended pressure.

Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If your
tread is badly worn, or if your tires have
been damaged, replace them.

6-43 Inflation -- Tire Pressure
The Certification/Tire label, which is on the rear edge of
the driver's door, shows the correct inflation pressures
for your tires when they're cold. ªColdº means your
vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven
no more than 1 mile (1.6 km).
NOTICE:
Don't let anyone tell you that underinflation or
overinflation is all right. It's not. If your tires
don't have enough air (underinflation), you can
get the following:

Too much flexing

Too much heat

Tire overloading

Bad wear

Bad handling

Bad fuel economy
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NOTICE: (Continued)
If your tires have too much air (overinflation),
you can get the following:

Unusual wear

Bad handling

Rough ride

Needless damage from road hazards
When to Check
Check your tires once a month or more.
Don't forget your compact spare tire. It should be
at 60 psi (420 kPa).
How to Check
Use a good quality pocket
-type gage to check tire
pressure. You can't tell if your tires are properly inflated
simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look
properly inflated even when they're underinflated.
Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve
stems. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt
and moisture.

6-44 Check Tire Pressure System (If Equipped)
The check tire pressure system can alert you to a large
change in the pressure of one tire. The system won't
alert you before you drive that a tire is low or flat.
You must begin driving before the system will
work properly.
The LOW TIRE PRESSURE HOLD SET TO RESET
message will appear on the Driver Information Center
(DIC) and the LOW TIRE PRESSURE message will
come on the message center if pressure difference
(low pressure) is detected in one tire. The check tire
pressure system may not alert you if:

more than one tire is low,

the vehicle is moving faster than 65 mph (105 km/h),

the system is not yet calibrated,

the tire treadwear is uneven,

the compact spare tire is installed,

tire chains are being used, or

the vehicle is being driven on a rough or frozen road.If the anti
-lock brake system warning light comes on,
the check tire pressure system may not be working
properly. See your dealer for service. Also, see
ªAnti
-Lock Brake System Warning Lightº in the Index.
The check tire pressure system detects differences in
tire rotation speeds that are caused by changes in tire
pressure. The system can alert you about a low
tire
-- but it doesn't replace normal tire maintenance.
See ªTiresº in the Index.
When the LOW TIRE PRESSURE HOLD SET TO
RESET message appears on the Driver Information
Center and the LOW TIRE PRESSURE message comes
on the message center, you should stop as soon as you
can and check all your tires for damage. If a tire is flat,
see ªIf a Tire Goes Flatº in the Index. Also check the
tire pressure in all four tires as soon as you can. See
ªInflation
-Tire Pressureº in the Index.
Any time you adjust a tire's pressure or have one or
more tires repaired or replaced, you'll need to reset
(calibrate) the check tire pressure system. You'll also
need to reset the system whenever you rotate the tires,
buy new tires and install or remove the compact spare.

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Don't reset the check tire pressure system without first
correcting the cause of the problem and checking and
adjusting the pressure in all four tires. If you reset the
system when the tire pressures are incorrect, the check
tire pressure system will not work properly and may not
alert you when a tire is low or high.
To reset (calibrate) the system:
1. Place the vehicle in PARK (P) and remove your foot
from the brake pedal. The brake pedal should not be
depressed during this procedure.
2. Turn the ignition to ON with the engine off.
3. Press the MODE button until the DIC reads
LOW TIRE PRESSURE HOLD SET TO RESET.
4. Press and hold the SET button until you hear a chime
and TIRE PRESSURE RESET is displayed.
You will hear three chimes and the LOW TIRE
PRESSURE message will go off and the DIC will return
to TIRE PRESSURE NORMAL. If the LOW TIRE
PRESSURE message comes back on, the check tire
pressure system has not reset. Repeat the procedure.The system completes the calibration process during
driving. Calibration time can take 20 to 45 minutes,
depending on your driving habits. After the system
has been calibrated, the system will alert the driver
that a tire is low, up to a maximum speed
of 65 mph (105 km/h).
Tire Inspection and Rotation
Tires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles
(10 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual
wear, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check
wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or
wheels. See ªWhen It's Time for New Tiresº and
ªWheel Replacementº later in this section for more
information. Make sure the spare tire is stored securely.
Push, pull, and then try to rotate or turn the tire. If it
moves, use the folding wrench to tighten the cable. See
ªStoring a Flat or Spare Tire and Toolsº in the Index.
The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more
uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. The first
rotation is the most important. See ªScheduled
Maintenance Servicesº in the Index for scheduled
rotation intervals.