BUICK RANDEZVOUS 2003 Owner's Manual

Finish Damage
Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the
finish 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 avaliable from your dealer or other service
outlets. Larger areas offinish damage can be corrected
in your dealer’s body and paint shop.
Underbody Maintenance
Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust
control can collect on the underbody. If these are not
removed, accelerated corrosion (rust) can occur on
the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame,floor pan
and exhaust system even though they have corrosion
protection.
At least every spring,flush these materials from the
underbody with plain water. Clean any areas where mud
and debris can collect. Dirt packed in close areas of
the frame should be loosened before beingflushed.
Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can
do this for you.
Chemical Paint Spotting
Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a
chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can fall upon and
attack painted surfaces on your vehicle. This damage
can take two forms: blotchy, ringlet-shaped
discolorations, and small irregular dark spots etched into
the paint surface.
Although no defect in the paint job causes this, GM will
repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of
new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within
12 months or 12,000 miles (20 000 km) of purchase,
whichever occursfirst.
GM Vehicle Care/Appearance
Materials
See your GM dealer for more information on purchasing
the following products.
GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
Description Usage
Polishing Cloth
Wax-TreatedInterior and exterior
polishing cloth.
Tar and Road Oil
RemoverRemoves tar, road oil and
asphalt.
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GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
(cont’d)
Description Usage
Chrome Cleaner and
PolishUse on chrome or
stainless steel.
White Sidewall Tire
CleanerRemoves soil and black
marks from whitewalls.
Vinyl CleanerCleans vinyl tops,
upholstery and
convertible tops.
Glass CleanerRemoves dirt, grime,
smoke andfingerprints.
Chrome and Wire Wheel
CleanerRemoves dirt and grime
from chrome wheels and
wire wheel covers.
Finish EnhancerRemoves dust,
fingerprints, and surface
contaminants, Spray on
wipe off.
Swirl Remover PolishRemoves swirl marks,
fine scratches and other
light surface
contamination.
Cleaner WaxRemoves light scratches
and protectsfinish.
GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
(cont’d)
Description Usage
Foaming Tire Shine Low
GlossCleans, shines and
protects in one easy step,
no wiping necessary.
Wash Wax ConcentrateMedium foaming
shampoo. Cleans and
lightly waxes.
Biodegradable and
phosphate free.
Spot LifterQuickly and easily
removes spots and stains
from carpets, vinyl and
cloth upholstery.
Odor EliminatorOdorless spray odor
eliminator used on
fabrics, vinyl, leather and
carpet.
See your General Motors parts department for these
products. SeePart D: Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 6-15.
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Vehicle Identification
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on
a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on
the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the
windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also
appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts
labels and the certificates of title and registration.
Engine Identification
The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code. This
code will help you identify your engine, specifications
and replacement parts.
Service Parts Identification Label
You’llfind this label on the inside of the access panel
located on the driver’s side of the rear of the vehicle. It’s
very helpful if you ever need to order parts.
On this label is:
•your VIN,
•the model designation,
•paint information and
•a list of all production options and special
equipment.
Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle.
Electrical System
Add-On Electrical Equipment
Notice:Don’t add anything electrical to your
vehicle unless you check with your dealerfirst.
Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle
and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your
warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can
keep other components from working as they
should.
Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting
to add anything electrical to your vehicle, see
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle on page 1-76.
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Headlamp Wiring
The headlamp wiring is protected by an internal circuit
breaker in thefloor console fuse block. An electrical
overload will cause the lamps to go on and off, or
in some cases to remain off. If this happens, have your
headlamp wiring checked right away.
Windshield Wiper Fuses
The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal
circuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to
heavy snow, etc., the wiper will stop until the motor
cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical
problem, be sure to get itfixed.
Power Windows and Other Power
Options
Circuit breakers in thefloor console fuse block protect
the power windows and other power accessories. When
the current load is too heavy, the circuit breaker
opens and closes, protecting the circuit until the problem
isfixed.
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from
short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers
and fusible thermal links.
Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the
band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you
replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical
size and rating.
If you ever have a problem on the road and don’t have
a spare fuse, you can borrow one that has the same
amperage or use one of the spare fuses in the
underhood fuse and relay center. Just pick some
feature of your vehicle that you can get along
without–like the radio or cigarette lighter - and use its
fuse, if it is the right amperage. Replace it as soon
as you can.
There are two fuse blocks in your vehicle: thefloor
console fuse block and the underhood fuse and relay
center.
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Floor Console Fuse Block
Thefloor console fuse block is located to the left of the
glove box near thefloor.
The fuses marked spare are available if a replacement
fuse is needed.
Pull the door open to access the fuse block.
Fuse Usage
1 Fuse Puller
2 Steering Wheel Radio Controls
3 Power Door Locks
4 Spare
5 Spare
6 Spare
7 Spare
8 Spare
9 Spare
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Fuse Usage
10Turn Signal and Hazard Lamp
Flashers
11 Power Seats
12Electronic Level Control (ELC)
Compressor
13 Liftgate and Endgate
14 Rear Auxiliary Power Outlet
15Electronic Level Control (ELC)
Compressor Relay and Height
Sensor
16 Heated Mirrors
17 Power Mirrors
18 Ignition 1 Module
19Turn Signal Switch and NSBU
Switch
21 Rear Defogger
22 Air Bag Module
24Canister Vent Solenoid and TCC
Switch
25 HVAC Blower Motor
26HVAC Mode and Temperature
Motors and Head-Up Display
28 Not Used
29 Windshield Wipers and WasherFuse Usage
30Instrument Panel Cluster, BCM,
PASS-Key
®III
31 Park Lock Ignition Key Solenoid
32 Rear Window Wiper/Washer
34 Power Sunroof
35 Power Windows
36Map Lamps, Courtesy Lamps and
Instrument Panel Lights
37 Radio
38 UQ3 Radio Amplifier
39 Head-Up Display
40 Hazard Flashers
41Instrument Panel Cluster, HVAC
Control, Security LED and Remote
Keyless Entry Mode
42 PASS-Key
®III
44 Body Control Module (BCM)
Relay Usage
20 Rear Defogger Relay
23 IGN3 Relay
27 Accessory Relay
33 Retained Accessory Power Relay
43 Accessory Diode
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Underhood Fuse Block
This fuse block is located in the engine compartment,
on top of the windshield washerfluid reservoir.
SeeEngine Compartment Overview on page 5-10for
more information on location.
The fuses marked spare are available if a replacement
fuse is needed.
To remove the cover, press the two tabs in and lift up
the cover.
Fuse Usage
1 Fuel Pump
2 Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch
3 Horn
4Engine Controls-Emissions and
Sensors
5Power Control Module
(PCM)-Battery Power
6Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Control
Module
7 Transaxle Solenoids
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Fuse Usage
8 Spare
9 ABS Solenoid Valves
10 Oxygen Sensors-Emissions Control
11 Injectors
12 Spare
13 Engine Controls
14 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
15 Passenger’s Low-Beam Headlamp
16 Spare
17 Driver’s Low-Beam Headlamp
18 Driver’s High-Beam Headlamp
19 Ignition Switch Battery Power
20 Parking Lamps-Front and Rear
21 Air Pump-Emissions Controls
22 Spare
23 Passenger’s High-Beam Headlamp
24 Spare
25 DVD
26 Front Fog Lamps
27Ignition Relay, Neutral Start Switch,
Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
28 Body Control Module-Battery Power
29 Remote Digital Radio Receiver
30 All-Wheel Drive (AWD) ModuleFuse Usage
31 Cruise Control
32 Front Power Outlets/Lights, OnStar
®
33Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock
Control System
34 Spare
35 Starter Solenoid Battery Fuse
36 ABS Motor
37 Spare
38 Spare
39 Engine Cooling Fan
40 Engine Cooling Fan
41Main Battery Fuse for Retained
Accessory Power Relay and
Accessory Relay
42Main Battery Fuse for Heated
Seats, Air
43 Spare
44 Spare
45Main Battery Fuse for Power
Outlets, Level Control, Power Seats
and Mirrors and Body Computer
46 Spare
47Main Battery Fuse for HVAC Blower
and Ignition 3 Relay
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Fuse Usage
48Main Battery Fuse for Ignition
Switch, Radio, Heads-Up Display,
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE),
Instrument Cluster, Air Conditioning
and Body Computer
64 Spare
65 Spare
66 Spare
67 Spare
68 Spare
69 Spare
70 Fuse Puller
§Diode for Air Conditioning
Compressor Clutch
Circuit Breaker Usage
49 Spare
Relay Usage
50 Horn
51 Fuel Pump
52 Air Conditioning Clutch
53 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
54 Low-Beam Headlamps
55 Parking Lamps
56 High-Beam Headlamps
57 Fog Lamps
58 Starter Relay
59 Cooling Fan
60 Ignition 1 Relay
61 Cooling Fan
62 Cooling Fan
63 Air Pump
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Capacities and Specifications
The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions.
Please refer toPart D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-15for more information.
ApplicationCapacities
English Metric
Air Conditioning Refrigerant (R134a) 1.7 lbs. 0.8 kg
Automatic Transaxle
Pan Removal and Replacement
Complete Overhaul7.4 quarts
10.0 quarts7.0 L
9.5 L
AWD Automatic Transaxle
Pan Removal and Replacement
Complete Overhaul8.7 quarts
10.8 quarts8.3 L
10.3 L
Cooling System with A/C 9.6 quarts 9.1 L
Engine Oil with Filter 4.5 quarts 4.3 L
Fuel Capacity 18.0 gallons 68.1 L
Rear Differential Fluid Capacity 2.1 quarts 1.9 L
Transfer Case Fluid Capacity 0.6 pints 290 ml
Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft 140Y
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