brake light BUICK TERRAZA 2007 Owner's Guide

Brake Wear
Your vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes.
Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that
make a high-pitched warning sound when the
brake pads are worn and new pads are needed.
The sound may come and go or be heard all
the time your vehicle is moving, except when you
are pushing on the brake pedal rmly.
{CAUTION:
The brake wear warning sound means that
soon your brakes will not work well. That
could lead to an accident. When you hear
the brake wear warning sound, have your
vehicle serviced.
Notice:Continuing to drive with worn-out
brake pads could result in costly brake repair.Some driving conditions or climates may cause a
brake squeal when the brakes are rst applied
or lightly applied. This does not mean something
is wrong with your brakes.
Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help
prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated,
inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten
wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque
specications.
Brake linings should always be replaced as
complete axle sets.
Brake Pedal Travel
See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return
to normal height, or if there is a rapid increase
in pedal travel. This could be a sign of brake
trouble.
Brake Adjustment
Every time you apply the brakes, with or without
the vehicle moving, your brakes adjust for wear.
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To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling,
set the parking brake rmly on both vehicles
involved in the jump start procedure. Put
an automatic transaxle in PARK (P) or
a manual transaxle in NEUTRAL before setting
the parking brake.
Notice:If you leave your radio or other
accessories on during the jump starting
procedure, they could be damaged. The repairs
would not be covered by your warranty.
Always turn off your radio and other
accessories when jump starting your vehicle.
3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles.
Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into
the cigarette lighter or the accessory power
outlet. Turn off the radio and all lamps that are
not needed. This will avoid sparks and help
save both batteries. And it could save
the radio!
4. Open the hoods and locate the batteries. Find
the positive (+) and negative (−) terminal
locations on each vehicle.
You will not need to access your battery for
jump starting. Your vehicle has a remote
positive (+) jump starting terminal for
that purpose.The terminal is located
under the fuse block
cover. Remove
the cover to access the
remote positive (+)
terminal.
SeeEngine Compartment Overview on
page 410for more information on the location
of the remote positive (+) terminal. You
should always use the remote positive (+)
terminal instead of the positive (+) terminal on
your battery.
{CAUTION:
An electric fan can start up even when the
engine is not running and can injure you.
Keep hands, clothing and tools away from
any underhood electric fan.
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Maintenance Footnotes
#Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage,
transaxle shift linkage, and the underbody contact
points and linkage.
(a)Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for
proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chang,
etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for
surface condition. Inspect other brake parts,
including calipers, parking brake, etc. Check
parking brake adjustment.
(b)Visually inspect front and rear suspension and
steering system for damaged, loose, or missing
parts, signs of wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect
power steering lines and hoses for proper
hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chang, etc.
(c)Visually inspect hoses and have them replaced
if they are cracked, swollen, or deteriorated.
Inspect all pipes, ttings and clamps; replace with
genuine GM parts as needed. To help ensure
proper operation, a pressure test of the cooling
system and pressure cap and cleaning the outside
of the radiator and air conditioning condenser is
recommended at least once a year.(d)Visually inspect wiper blades for wear or
cracking. Replace wiper blades that appear worn
or damaged or that streak or miss areas of
the windshield.
(e)Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all
your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, and
anchorages are working properly. Look for
any other loose or damaged safety belt system
parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety
belt system from doing its job, have it repaired.
Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced. Also
look for any opened or broken airbag coverings,
and have them repaired or replaced. The
airbag system does not need regular maintenance.
(f)Lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood latch
assemblies, secondary latches, pivots, spring
anchor and release pawl, hood and door hinges,
rear folding seats, liftgate hinges, fuel door
hinge, power sliding door cable, and sliding door
track(s). More frequent lubrication may be required
when exposed to a corrosive environment.
Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips with a
clean cloth will make them last longer, seal better,
and not stick or squeak.
(g)If you drive regularly under dusty conditions,
inspect the lter at each engine oil change.
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Accessories and Modications..................... 400
Accessory Inator........................................ 468
Accessory Power Outlet(s).......................... 191
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle....................................................... 92
Additives, Fuel............................................ 403
Add-On Electrical Equipment....................... 496
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine............................. 416
Air Conditioning..................................193, 197
Airbag
Passenger Status Indicator....................... 211
Readiness Light....................................... 210
Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic
Module (SDM).......................................... 537
Airbag System............................................... 76
Adding Equipment to Your
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle......................... 92
How Does an Airbag Restrain?.................. 84
Passenger Sensing System....................... 86
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..... 91
What Makes an Airbag Inate?.................. 83
What Will You See After an Airbag
Inates?................................................. 84Airbag System (cont.)
When Should an Airbag Inate?................. 81
Where Are the Airbags?............................. 79
Antenna, Fixed Mast................................... 344
Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna
System.................................................... 344
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).................... 351
Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light....... 215
Appearance Care
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels........ 492
Care of Safety Belts................................ 490
Chemical Paint Spotting........................... 494
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses.............. 491
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle.......... 487
Fabric/Carpet........................................... 488
Finish Care.............................................. 491
Finish Damage......................................... 494
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other
Plastic Surfaces.................................... 490
Leather.................................................... 489
Sheet Metal Damage............................... 493
Tires........................................................ 493
Underbody Maintenance........................... 494
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials.......... 495
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Appearance Care (cont.)
Washing Your Vehicle.............................. 491
Weatherstrips........................................... 490
Windshield, Backglass, and
Wiper Blades........................................ 492
Audio System(s).......................................... 258
Audio Steering Wheel Controls................. 341
Care of Your CD and DVD Player............ 343
Care of Your CDs and DVDs................... 343
Chime Level Adjustment........................... 344
Fixed Mast Antenna................................. 344
Mobile Digital Media System.................... 319
Navigation/Radio System,
see Navigation Manual......................... 282
Radio with CD......................................... 260
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)...................314, 316
Setting the Time...................................... 259
Theft-Deterrent Feature............................ 340
Understanding Radio Reception............... 342
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System...... 344
Automatic Door Lock................................... 109
Automatic Transaxle
Fluid........................................................ 417
Operation................................................. 133B
Battery........................................................ 437
Electric Power Management..................... 186
Run-Down Protection............................... 187
Before Leaving on a Long Trip.................... 370
Brake
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)................. 351
Emergencies............................................ 353
Parking.................................................... 137
System Warning Light.............................. 214
Brakes........................................................ 434
Braking....................................................... 350
Braking in Emergencies............................... 353
Break-In, New Vehicle................................. 128
Bulb Replacement....................................... 443
Front Turn Signal, Parking and
Daytime Running Lamps....................... 445
Halogen Bulbs......................................... 443
License Plate Lamps................................ 447
Replacement Bulbs.................................. 447
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and
Back-up Lamps..................................... 445
Buying New Tires........................................ 461
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Ignition Positions......................................... 129
Infants and Young Children, Restraints.......... 52
Ination - Tire Pressure............................... 456
Instrument Panel
Overview.................................................. 170
Instrument Panel (I/P)
Brightness................................................ 183
Cluster..................................................... 208
Interior Lamps Control................................. 184
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Jump Starting.............................................. 438
K
Keyless Entry System................................... 98
Keys............................................................. 97
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Labeling, Tire Sidewall................................. 450
Lamps
Battery Run-Down Protection................... 187
Cargo...................................................... 186
Dome....................................................... 184
Electric Power Management..................... 186
Exterior.................................................... 181
Front Reading.......................................... 186
Interior Control......................................... 184
Rear Reading.......................................... 186
LATCH System
Child Restraints......................................... 61
Level Control............................................... 385
License Plate Lamps................................... 447
Liftgate........................................................ 119
Light
Airbag Readiness..................................... 210
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning............. 215
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Light (cont.)
Brake System Warning............................. 214
Charging System..................................... 213
Cruise Control.......................................... 221
Highbeam On.......................................... 221
Low Fuel Warning.................................... 222
Malfunction Indicator................................ 217
Oil Pressure............................................. 220
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator............ 211
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder.............. 210
Safety Belt Reminder............................... 209
Security................................................... 221
TCS Warning Light.................................. 216
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning..... 216
Lighting
Delayed................................................... 185
Entry........................................................ 184
Exit.......................................................... 185
Loading Your Vehicle................................... 378
Lockout Protection....................................... 109
Locks
Automatic Door Lock................................ 109
Delayed Locking...................................... 108
Door........................................................ 106
Lockout Protection................................... 109Locks (cont.)
Power Door............................................. 107
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock..... 109
Loss of Control........................................... 362
Low Fuel Warning Light............................... 222
Luggage Carrier.......................................... 162
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Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required Services.................... 512
At Each Fuel Fill...................................... 515
At Least Once a Month............................ 515
At Least Once a Year .............................. 516
Introduction.............................................. 506
Maintenance Footnotes............................ 513
Maintenance Record................................ 522
Maintenance Requirements...................... 506
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts.... 520
Owner Checks and Services.................... 514
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants....... 518
Scheduled Maintenance........................... 509
Using....................................................... 507
Your Vehicle and the Environment............ 506
Malfunction Indicator Light........................... 217
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