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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Buick Rendezvous AUTOMOBILES

Power Brake Units -> Delco Brake Booster -> Power Brake Unit Service
Vehicle: 2006 Buick Rendezvous CXL 3.5 V6 GAS

The power brake unit is n...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Buick Rendezvous AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Component Locations -> Montana SV6, Relay, Rendezvous w/3.6L Engine, Relay, Terraza, Uplander & 2004-06 Envoy, Rainier & TrailBlazer
Vehicle: 2006 Buick Rendezvous CXL 3.6 V6 GAS

For v...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Buick Rendezvous AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Rear
Vehicle: 2006 Buick Rendezvous CXL 3.6 V6 GAS

Front

  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove tire and wheel assembly.
  • Remove engine splash shield, and stabilizer shaft link.
  • Disconnect wheel speed sensor electrical connector.
  • Insert a suitable drift through brake caliper and remove front wheel driveshaft nut.
  • Separate outer tie rod end from steering knuckle. Do not loosen tie rod end jam nut.
  • Separate lower ball joint from steering knuckle.
  • Attach front hub spindle remover tool No. J 42129, or equivalent, then disengage driveshaft from hub and bearing assembly.
  • Disengage driveshaft from transaxle using slide hammer tool No. J ...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Buick Rendezvous AUTOMOBILES

Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Intermittent & Poor Connections -> Intermittents -> Poor Connections -> Scan Tool Data Definitions
Vehicle: 2006 Buick Rendezvous CXL 3.5 V6 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to DLC (Data Link Connector) and follow manufacturer's instructions.

Scan Tool Data Definitions

Refer to Fig. for scan tool data definitions.

Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to DLC (Data Link Connector), and follow manufacturer's instructions.

Intermittent & Poor Connections

Intermittents

Most intermittents are caused by faulty electrical connections or wiring. Inspect for the following:

  • Wiring broken inside insulation.
  • Poor connection between male and female terminal ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Buick Rendezvous AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 Buick Rendezvous CX 3.5 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Disconnect windshield wiper transmission link in front of wiper motor and position aside.
  • Remove air cleaner outlet duct.
  • Set parking brake and shift transaxle into Neutral.
  • Remove engine mount struts.
  • Install a suitable engine tilt strap tool.
  • Pull on engine in order to rotate engine forward and tighten engine tilt strap.
  • Rotate engine forward, then remove drive belt.
  • Disconnect engine harness electrical c...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Buick Rendezvous AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> General Motors Corp./Saturn -> 2004-07 Rendezvous
Vehicle: 2006 Buick Rendezvous CXL 3.5 V6 GAS

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

  • Pull tab located on outer access panel upward and outward, F...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Buick Rendezvous AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> Check Engine Oil Level ->
Vehicle: 2006 Buick Rendezvous CXL 3.5 V6 GAS

This system is used to indicate a low engine oil level condition. The lamp should light during engine starting. If oil level is sufficient, the lamp should go off when engine is operating. If oil level is low the...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Buick Rendezvous AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Bypass -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2006 Buick Rendezvous CX 3.6 V6 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Remove wiper motor module assembly.
  • Disconnect vacuum hose from brake booster and reposition.
  • Remove air cleaner cover and intake tube.
  • Disconnect throttle and cruise control cables. Disconnect throttle and cruise control cables from TBI mounting bracket to prevent bending cable housings.
  • Remove transmission fluid filler tube.
  • Reposition heater core inlet hose clamp at inlet heater pipe.
  • Remove hose from inlet heater pipe.
  • Reposition heater hose inlet clamp at heater core.
  • Remove heater inlet hose from heater core.
  • Remove hose from...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Buick Rendezvous AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 Buick Rendezvous CX 3.5 V6 GAS

  • Rotate drive belt tensioner counterclockwise in order to re...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2006 Buick Rendezvous AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2006 Buick Rendezvous cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Blower Motor Diagram for 2006 Buick Rendezvous CXL 3.5 V6 GASBlower Motor Diagram for 2006 Buick Rendezvous CXL 3.5 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Blower Motor Resistor
  • Auxiliary Drop Connector
  • Overhead Console Diagram for 2006 Buick Rendezvous CX 3.5 V6 GASOverhead Console Diagram for 2006 Buick Rendezvous CX 3.5 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Cooling Fan
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2006 Buick Rendezvous AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2006 Buick Rendezvous cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2006 Buick Rendezvous CX 3.6 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 Buick Rendezvous CX 3.6 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Body Control Module
  • Driver Door Lock Cylinder Switch
  • Passenger Door Lock Switch
  • Driver Door Lock Switch
  • 2006 Buick Rendezvous CXL 3.5 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 Buick Rendezvous CXL 3.5 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Transmission Control Module
  • Radio
  • Body Control Module
  • Memory Seat Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2006 Buick Rendezvous AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2006 Buick Rendezvous cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Revised General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program
    Vehicle: 2006 Buick Rendezvous CXL 3.6 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
  • Document: GM of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty Tire Program
    Vehicle: 2006 Buick Rendezvous CXL 3.6 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2006 Buick Rendezvous AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2006 Buick Rendezvous cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2006 Buick Rendezvous cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2006 Buick Rendezvous cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2006 Buick Rendezvous cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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