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Buick 2005 Rainier User Manual

Buick 2005 Rainier
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Seats and Restraint Systems
........................... 1-1
Front Seats
............................................... 1-2
Rear Seats
............................................... 1-5
Safety Belts
.............................................. 1-7
Child Restraints
....................................... 1-26
Airbag System
......................................... 1-46
Restraint System Check
............................ 1-61
Features and Controls
..................................... 2-1
Keys
........................................................ 2-3
Doors and Locks
....................................... 2-7
Windows
................................................. 2-14
Theft-Deterrent Systems
............................ 2-16
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
........... 2-18
Mirrors
.................................................... 2-30
OnStar
®
System
...................................... 2-40
HomeLink
®
Transmitter
............................. 2-42
Storage Areas
......................................... 2-46
Sunroof
.................................................. 2-50
Vehicle Personalization
............................. 2-51
Instrument Panel
............................................. 3-1
Instrument Panel Overview
.......................... 3-4
Climate Controls
...................................... 3-19
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
........ 3-25
Driver Information Center (DIC)
.................. 3-43
Audio System(s)
....................................... 3-56
Driving Your Vehicle
....................................... 4-1
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
..... 4-2
Towing
................................................... 4-50
Service and Appearance Care
.......................... 5-1
Service
..................................................... 5-3
Fuel
......................................................... 5-5
Checking Things Under the Hood
............... 5-10
All-Wheel Drive
........................................ 5-46
Rear Axle
............................................... 5-46
Front Axle
............................................... 5-47
Bulb Replacement
.................................... 5-48
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
......... 5-51
Tires
...................................................... 5-53
Appearance Care
..................................... 5-83
Vehicle Identification
................................. 5-91
Electrical System
...................................... 5-92
Capacities and Specifications
................... 5-102
Maintenance Schedule
..................................... 6-1
Maintenance Schedule
................................ 6-2
Customer Assistance and Information
.............. 7-1
Customer Assistance and Information
........... 7-2
Reporting Safety Defects
........................... 7-10
Index
................................................................ 1
2005 Buick Rainier Owner Manual M

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Buick 2005 Rainier Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBuick
Model2005 Rainier
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Seats and Restraint Systems

Front Seats

Details on adjusting power seats, lumbar support, and reclining.

Safety Belts

Information on proper usage, laws, and why safety belts work.

Child Restraints

Guidance on using child seats, LATCH system, and placement.

Airbag System

Explanation of frontal and roof-mounted airbags, deployment, and warnings.

Restraint System Check

How to inspect and maintain safety belt and airbag systems.

Features and Controls

Keys

Information on vehicle keys, remote keyless entry, and programming.

Doors and Locks

Details on door locks, power locks, delayed locking, and lockout protection.

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Covers new vehicle break-in, ignition positions, and starting the engine.

Mirrors

Instructions for adjusting rearview mirrors, compass, and temperature display.

Vehicle Personalization

Information on memory seats and easy exit seat functions.

Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

Identification of main instrument panel components with labels.

Hazard Warning Flashers

Operation of hazard lights and other warning devices.

Cruise Control

Instructions for setting, resuming, and using cruise control safely.

Climate Controls

Operation of dual automatic climate control, manual settings, and defogging.

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Explanation of dashboard warning lights, gauges, and indicators.

Driver Information Center (DIC)

How to use the DIC to display vehicle information and customize settings.

Audio System(s)

Details on radio operation, CD, MP3, XM, and sound settings.

Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

Advice on defensive driving, alcohol effects, and safe practices.

Control of a Vehicle

Explanation of brakes, steering, and accelerator systems.

Braking

Information on perception, reaction time, and stopping distances.

Steering

Tips for power steering, driving on curves, and emergency steering.

Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice

Tips for maintaining traction and handling in adverse conditions.

Winter Driving

Preparation and driving tips for snow and ice conditions.

Towing

Information on towing your vehicle and trailers, including safety and weight limits.

Service and Appearance Care

Service

Guidance on using GM dealers and genuine GM parts for service.

Fuel

Information on gasoline octane, specifications, additives, and filling the tank.

Checking Things Under the Hood

How to check engine oil, coolant, fluids, and filters.

Brakes

Information on brake fluid, wear, and checking brake fluid levels.

Battery

Information on battery maintenance and vehicle storage.

Jump Starting

Safe procedures for jump-starting a vehicle with jumper cables.

Tires

Information on tire maintenance, quality grading, and replacement.

Wheel Replacement

Procedures for replacing wheels and using correct parts.

Appearance Care

Guidelines for cleaning and maintaining the vehicle's interior and exterior.

Maintenance Schedule

Maintenance Schedule

Introduction to maintenance requirements and using the schedule.

Scheduled Maintenance

Overview of scheduled maintenance intervals and services.

Owner Checks and Services

Recommended owner checks at fuel fill, monthly, and annually.

Recommended Fluids and Lubricants

List of recommended fluids and lubricants with part numbers.

Customer Assistance and Information

Customer Satisfaction Procedure

Steps for resolving concerns with dealerships and GM.

Roadside Assistance Program

Details of the Buick Roadside Assistance program and services.

Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders

Explanation of vehicle computer systems and data recording.

Reporting Safety Defects

How to report safety defects to government agencies and General Motors.

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