instrument panel BUICK TERRAZA 2007 Repair Manual

{CAUTION:
You can be burned if you spill coolant on
hot engine parts. Coolant contains
ethylene glycol, and it will burn if the
engine parts are hot enough. Do not spill
coolant on a hot engine.
Occasionally check the coolant level in the
radiator. For information on how to add coolant to
the radiator, seeCooling System on page 426.
Radiator Pressure Cap
Notice:The radiator cap on your vehicle is a
pressure-type cap and must be tightly
installed to prevent coolant loss and possible
engine damage from overheating. Be sure
the cap is properly closed.
SeeEngine Compartment Overview on page 410
for more information on location.
Engine Overheating
You will nd an engine coolant temperature gage
on your vehicle’s instrument panel. SeeEngine
Coolant Temperature Gage on page 217.
Your vehicle may also have an ENGINE
COOLANT HOT message displayed in the Driver
Information Center (DIC). SeeDIC Warnings
and Messages on page 230.
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Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other
Plastic Surfaces
A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to
remove dust. If a more thorough cleaning is
necessary, a clean soft cloth dampened with a
mild soap solution can be used to gently remove
dust and dirt. Never use spot lifters or removers
on plastic surfaces. Many commercial cleaners and
coatings that are sold to preserve and protect
soft plastic surfaces may permanently change the
appearance and feel of your interior and are
not recommended. Do not use silicone or
wax-based products, or those containing organic
solvents to clean your vehicle’s interior because
they can alter the appearance by increasing
the gloss in a non-uniform manner.
Some commercial products may increase gloss on
your instrument panel. The increase in gloss
may cause annoying reections in the windshield
and even make it difficult to see through the
windshield under certain conditions.
Care of Safety Belts
Keep belts clean and dry.
{CAUTION:
Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you
do, it may severely weaken them. In a
crash, they might not be able to provide
adequate protection. Clean safety belts
only with mild soap and lukewarm water.
Weatherstrips
Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them
last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak.
Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth. During
very cold, damp weather frequent application may
be required. SeeRecommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 518.
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Vehicle Identication
Vehicle Identication Number (VIN)
This is the legal identier 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
Certication/Tire and Service Parts labels and the
certicates of title and registration.
Engine Identication
The eighth character in the VIN is the engine
code. This code will help you identify your vehicle’s
engine, specications, and replacement parts.
Service Parts Identication Label
You will nd this label on the inside of the glove
box. It is very helpful if you ever need to order
parts. On this label, you will nd the following:
VIN
Model designation
Paint information
Production options and special equipment
Do not remove this label from the vehicle.
Electrical System
Add-On Electrical Equipment
Notice:Do not add anything electrical to your
vehicle unless you check with your dealer
rst. Some electrical equipment can damage
your vehicle and the damage would not
be covered by your warranty. Some add-on
electrical equipment can keep other
components from working as they should.
Add-on equipment can drain your vehicle’s battery,
even if your vehicle is not operating.
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Your vehicle has an airbag system. Before
attempting to add anything electrical to your
vehicle, seeServicing Your Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle on page 91.
Headlamp Wiring
The headlamp wiring is protected by four internal
fuses in the underhood 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 fuse in the underhood fuse block. 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 it xed.
The rear washer pump is controlled by a relay
located in the engine compartment, behind
the windshield washer uid reservoir. The rear
wiper motor is protected by a fuse located in the
instrument panel fuse block.
Power Windows and Other Power
Options
Circuit breakers in the instrument panel fuse panel
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 is xed.
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.
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If you ever have a problem on the road and do not
have a spare fuse, you can borrow one that has
the same amperage or use one of the spare fuses
in the underhood fuse block. 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, the
instrument panel fuse block and the underhood
fuse block.
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
The instrument panel fuse block is located at the
right end of the instrument panel, on the
passenger’s side of the vehicle. Open the front
passegner’s door, and remove the cover, to
access the fuse block.
Your vehicle may not have all of the fuses listed.
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Customer Assistance and
Information
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
Your satisfaction and goodwill are important
to your dealer and to Buick. Normally, any
concerns with the sales transaction or the
operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your
GM dealer’s sales or service departments.
Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions
of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur.
If your concern has not been resolved to your
satisfaction, the following steps should be taken:
STEP ONE:Discuss your concern with a member
of dealership management. Normally, concerns
can be quickly resolved at that level. If the matter
has already been reviewed with the sales,
service, or parts manager, contact the owner of
the dealership or the general manager.STEP TWO:If after contacting a member of
dealership management, it appears your concern
cannot be resolved by the dealership without
further help, in the U.S., contact the Buick
Customer Assistance Center by calling
1-800-521-7300. In Canada, contact General
Motors of Canada Customer Communication
Centre by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or
1-800-263-7854 (French).
We encourage you to call the toll-free number in
order to give your inquiry prompt attention. Please
have the following information available to give
the Customer Assistance Representative:
Vehicle Identication Number. This is available
from the vehicle registration or title, or the
plate at the top left of the instrument panel.
Dealership name and location
Vehicle delivery date and present mileage
When contacting Buick, please remember that your
concern will likely be resolved at a dealer’s
facility. That is why we suggest you follow Step
One rst if you have a concern.
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A
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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C
Calibration................................................... 228
California Fuel............................................. 403
California Proposition 65 Warning................ 401
Canadian Owners........................................... 3
Capacities and Specications...................... 503
Captain Chairs, Rear..................................... 16
Carbon Monoxide..............119, 141, 373, 386
Care of
Safety Belts............................................. 490
Your CD and DVD Player........................ 343
Your CDs and DVDs................................ 343
Cargo Lamp................................................ 186
CD, MP3 ..................................................... 274
Chains, Tire................................................. 467
Charging System Light................................ 213
Check
Engine Light............................................ 217
Checking Things Under the Hood................ 408
Chemical Paint Spotting.............................. 494
Child Restraints
Child Restraint Systems............................. 55
Infants and Young Children........................ 52
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children..... 61
Older Children........................................... 49
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear
Seat Position.......................................... 69Child Restraints (cont.)
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right
Front Seat Position................................. 72
Where to Put the Restraint........................ 60
Chime Level Adjustment .............................. 344
Cigarette Lighter.......................................... 193
Cleaning
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels........ 492
Exterior Lamps/Lenses............................. 491
Fabric/Carpet........................................... 488
Finish Care.............................................. 491
Inside of Your Vehicle .............................. 487
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other
Plastic Surfaces.................................... 490
Leather.................................................... 489
Tires........................................................ 493
Underbody Maintenance........................... 494
Washing Your Vehicle .............................. 491
Weatherstrips........................................... 490
Windshield, Backglass, and
Wiper Blades........................................ 492
Climate Control System............................... 193
Air Filter, Passenger Compartment........... 205
Dual......................................................... 197
Outlet Adjustment..................................... 200
Rear...............................................200, 203
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Driver
Position, Safety Belt................................... 31
Driver Information Center (DIC)................... 223
DIC Operation and Displays..................... 224
DIC Vehicle Personalization..................... 249
DIC Warnings and Messages................... 230
Driving
At Night................................................... 363
City.......................................................... 368
Defensive................................................. 346
Drunken................................................... 347
Freeway................................................... 369
Hill and Mountain Roads.......................... 371
In Rain and on Wet Roads...................... 365
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out.......... 378
Winter...................................................... 373
Dual Climate Control System....................... 197
DVD
Rear Seat Entertainment System.....282, 298E
Electric Power Management........................ 186
Electrical System
Add-On Equipment................................... 496
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...................... 497
Headlamp Wiring..................................... 497
Instrument Panel Fuse Block................... 498
Power Windows and Other Power
Options................................................. 497
Underhood Fuse Block............................. 500
Windshield Wiper Fuses........................... 497
Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter...................................... 416
Battery..................................................... 437
Check and Service Engine Soon Light..... 217
Coolant.................................................... 420
Coolant Heater......................................... 132
Coolant Temperature Gage...................... 217
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Engine (cont.)
Drive Belt Routing.................................... 521
Engine Compartment Overview................ 410
Exhaust................................................... 141
Oil ........................................................... 411
Oil Life System........................................ 414
Overheated Protection Operating Mode...... 425
Overheating............................................. 423
Starting.................................................... 130
Entry Lighting.............................................. 184
Event Data Recorders (EDR)...................... 537
Exit Lighting................................................ 185
Extender, Safety Belt..................................... 48
Exterior Lamps............................................ 181
F
Filter
Engine Air Cleaner................................... 416
Finish Damage............................................ 494
Fixed Mast Antenna.................................... 344
Flashers, Hazard Warning........................... 172
Flash-to-Pass.............................................. 174
Flat Tire...................................................... 470
Flat Tire, Changing...................................... 470Flat Tire, Storing......................................... 483
Fluid
Automatic Transaxle................................. 417
Power Steering........................................ 432
Windshield Washer.................................. 433
Folding Tray................................................ 161
Front Console Storage Area........................ 161
Front Reading Lamps.................................. 186
Front Turn Signal, Parking and
Daytime Running Lamps.......................... 445
Fuel............................................................ 402
Additives.................................................. 403
California Fuel.......................................... 403
Filling a Portable Fuel Container.............. 407
Filling Your Tank...................................... 405
Fuels in Foreign Countries....................... 404
Gage....................................................... 222
Gasoline Octane...................................... 402
Gasoline Specications............................ 402
Low Warning Light................................... 222
Fuses
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...................... 497
Instrument Panel Fuse Block................... 498
Underhood Fuse Block............................. 500
Windshield Wiper..................................... 497
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