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Re: Right Rear side sags. [iceman]
by jim1966
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Apr 19, 2009 (7:53 pm)
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Replying to: iceman (Apr 19, 2009 6:44 am)
My 2004 Rainier also sags on the right rear side by 0.75 inch. It has done this since the day I bought it brand new. Now have 62,000 miles. I complained to the dealer a number of times about this while it was still in warranty. Got the same stonewall reply that this is normal or within mfg. specs. Bullshit. I have watched other Rainiers on the highway and some show the same sag and some don't. Have also noticed this on some Trailblazers. No surprise there since these vehicles (and the Envoy) were all made on the same assembly line. So I have seen these vehicles with no sag, or sagging on the right rear, but I have never seen one sagging on the left side. I don't think this sag is related to the air suspension system because I do not see any change in the vehicle orientation before or after the compressor runs. I suspect the problem has to do with inconsistent suspension components or inconsistent assembly procedures, therefore this is a defect. This is the same cop out that GM has been trying to get away with on the speedometers in the insturment clusters. There have been a lot of failures in these SUV's and some trucks. They should have issued a recall to fix those but instead they tried sticking the owner with paying for that repair. With an attitude like that do they seriously think we would consider purchasing an Enclave someday?
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Question about Sagging Rear End
by iceman
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Apr 23, 2009 (11:45 am)
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Doe's anyone know if you can change the rear air ride out with a regular Trailblazer suspension. Because from what I can tell you should be able to you would just have to change out the air bags with a factory (Trailblazer) heavy duty spring for each side and then disconnect the air leveling sensors. Please any feed back would be helpful. Because at this point I don't care for the air ride I just won't my vehicle to sit level.
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- #71 of 78
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Re: Right Rear side sags. [adf2]
by richslums
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Apr 24, 2009 (5:20 am)
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Replying to: adf2 (Apr 19, 2009 1:21 pm)
Yeah i hear a thud but it feels like it comes from the engine or passengers side floor i think..I was told it could be two things. The engine. Or the truck shifting from four wheel drive to two wheel drive?? idk got me..Could mean oil change or something..If you live in the city like new york there are alot of pot holes, so my truck shifts into four wheel drive alot and back to normal, could be that too...just a thought..its what i was told and it does make some sense, but im no expert lol
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- #72 of 78
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Buick Ranier
by operator61
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Jun 22, 2009 (3:51 am)
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I have a 2004 Buick Ranier that has a tendancy to stall. It may not happen but, once a week or month. I'll just start it right back up. Taken it to repair shop, put on computor with no luck. I have heard that it could be the tourque converter solnoid. Anyone ever have this problem?
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- #73 of 78
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Re: Buick Ranier [operator61]
by iceman
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Jun 28, 2009 (5:37 am)
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Replying to: operator61 (Jun 22, 2009 3:51 am)
Yes I am currently having the same problem with mine and I have taken it to the dealership with little luck. Mine finally had set off a code saying it was the 02 sensor. So that part is on order and they are going to replace that part and hopefully it will fix the problem but I doubt it. This has been an ongoing problem for me for quiet a while. If you or any else knows how to fix this problem please post the "cure". Thank You.
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- #74 of 78
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Re: Buick Ranier [iceman]
by operator61
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Jul 09, 2009 (5:11 am)
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Replying to: iceman (Jun 28, 2009 5:37 am)
I also had the check engine light come on and everything pointed to the O2 sensor. I changed it out myself for approx. $56.00 and so far so good. Not to difficult to change. Will keep you informed.
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Re: Buick Ranier [operator61]
by iceman
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Jul 12, 2009 (2:55 pm)
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Replying to: operator61 (Jul 09, 2009 5:11 am)
Thanks for the response hopefully that takes care of the problem. Please keep me informed.
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- #76 of 78
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2004 Buick Rainier studder issue
by brittanyc
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Jul 16, 2009 (3:51 pm)
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Has anyone experienced a thud type of noise around 25 MPH on the 2004 Buick Rainier AWD and then around 30-35 MPH a studdering motion occurs. The dealer is looking into the problem but tells me the technical advice he received from GM is that it might be due to worn tires. The tires are not worn and this does not sound like it would be the problem. Has anyone else experienced these problems?
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- #77 of 78
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'06 Rainer Front Differential
by ms_assertive
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Oct 06, 2009 (5:23 pm)
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In Dec '08 while pulling up to a stop sign, my Rainier experienced a severe "clunk" which shook the SUV and then a burning smell developed. I pulled off the road & had it towed to the dealer because the smell was so bad. Turned out the front differential had to be replaced to the tune of over $2,000. The dealer footed the bill since I had brought it in twice that year for differential issues. It's now 30,000 miles later and guess what...the differential needs to be replaced again and neither the dealer nor Buick is willing to pony up. I can't afford $2,500 repairs every 30,000 miles. Anyone else experiencing differential issues or am I just that unlucky? All recommended service work was performed in the interim...
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Re: Speed Indicator [libre1]
by ronnie3usa
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Dec 01, 2009 (9:31 am)
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Replying to: libre1 (Jan 11, 2008 3:51 pm)
I have a 2004 Buick Ranier with the same problem and I checked with United Speedometer in Houston, Texas and they advised repair 1/2 day and $425.00
They said as it gets worse the other gauges will also have a problem with.
I can start the engine and turn it off several times and this will bring the speedometer to "0".
ronnie
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