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I have the 05 Terraza myself and I have a quite of few problems at 300 miles so far. The flickering lights, horn doesn't want to work at certain spots, noisy interior (no wind noise, dealer says), loud clunk on rear end (decided to keep the orignal springs vs the softer, quieter spring with 600 pounds payload loss, manual doors hard to close from the inside (nothing they can do) I just found out the Buick is selling the more upscale version of the minivan only in China! I am upset to find that they sell the van with sunroof, navigation system, power folding mirrors with integrated turn signals, dual automatic climate controls, three DVD screens, the features that you cannot get here in the U.S. http://gl8.buick.com.cn/en/
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Replying to: igloo (Apr 08, 2006 1:33 am) |
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Replying to: igloo (Apr 08, 2006 1:33 am)  005 CXL for 15 months with 15,000 miles on it. Sure, I had the alternator replaced, new front stabilizers on the sway bar, kinked hose on the rear air shocks, new in-tank fuel pump, and new muffler installed. But hey, all of these were done during an oil-change (or other routine service) and it cost me NOTHING!! I have a great service-dealer who will sell me another GM van in 2 years. Foreign car??...fahgetaboudit!!
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Replying to: kcorey (Apr 09, 2006 11:45 am)  I have the CXL wit the tow package. Have had only one problem. The rear heater hose in the engine compartment coupling had a small leak. got it fixed with no other problems. It's been a real solid ride to date. Oh the horn spings where a little stiff at first. Just pressed on the horn a few times and it works great now. Guess the springs are stiff and so the horn won't work unless you press on it real hard at first. But they loosened up and worked itself out.
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Replying to: igloo (Apr 08, 2006 1:33 am) Does anyone have the flicker problem that also has the towing package? If not, should we all demand the higher amperage alternator be installed to fix the problem? I had the 105 amp. replaced, but still have a slight flicker at times. I wonder if the 125 amp would fix it.
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Replying to: genmtrfan (Apr 10, 2006 4:51 am)
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Replying to: genmtrfan (Apr 10, 2006 4:51 am) I don't have the trailering package. They replaced the alternator and I can see some flickering at idle, it shows up at startup and goes away for a few seconds. Then, if I press the gas and put it in drive, and then park, it will flicker and goes away for a time until you do something. Rev the engine, it goes away fast. So, the new alternator did not fix the problem completely. I'll have to see some more and if it still doing that, then I have to ask them to replace the 105-amp with the 125-amp one and pay the difference, if ever. At least, the flickering is not as bad as before. I didn't find this problem in any of the cars I've driven before the Terraza. The manual driver sliding door takes some tries to get them to shut completely. Neither of the sliding doors have real handles to shut it from the inside. You have to grab on to the latch and try a couple of times to slam it. I am not too happy about that. The van is quite noisy driving on the road. I guess the quiet thread tires haven't broken in yet. Otherwise the engine is relatively quiet. I had them to check out the windshield, but found no bad seals or air leaks. I hope it will not get any worse from here on out.
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Replying to: igloo (Apr 12, 2006 10:44 pm) Disappointing about the horn issue, I was hesitant to have it done for fear that the dealer would damage the air bag or something else. However, my dealer did a nice job. On the Saturnfans.com web site they are discussing a possible new alternator that GM is testing to solve the flicker issue. I plan to wait and see if that happens before requesting the 125 amp. The tires are the source of your noise. Goodyear Integrity tires are low-end tires-see tirerack.com for what people are saying..its not good. Mine have been ok, but are getting noisy at only 15K. I plan to put some Yokohama Avid TRZ's on soon (good price, great ratings). Separate issue-has anyone had a successful fix of the rattling passenger airbag? I'm really scared for the dealer to touch that. |
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Replying to: genmtrfan (Apr 13, 2006 8:28 am) I'll have to mention about the tires at the dealer sometime. Do you notice some strange shake when you lift your foot off the brake from a stop? I found that it is noticeable on a level surface at stop lights or signs. It feels like the van is shaking laterally. Also, the engine does not idle consistently at a stop. It rises and drops periodically. If it drops, you can feel the vibes on the steering wheel. Well, wish me luck with the van.
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