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my mistake
by lemonowner08
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May 16, 2008 (5:58 pm)
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When the fault is your own, you have to admit it. I did not understand that there was a button on the dash--(not the push in dial that turns up the illumination on the instrument panel) , but rather the button behind that surrounds the round dial in question. I did not even know you could push that portion in! Anyway, the service writer provided me with a little education and wah-lah, the interior lights worked. I don't know how it got turned off to begin with, but I am guessing they (service techs)might have done it while working on the drain tube install. Maybe they did not want to drain the battery. As far as the compass on the rear view mirror, I must have fat-fingered it while using the Onstar and turned it off. Duh! So these were educational issues. My fault. The dealership installed the new grommets over the visors and they are great. I am happy. I am keeping my fingers crossed and hoping that the only reason I will need to see that service dept. is for oil changes! I hope to love and drive this Acadia for a good, long time. The gas mileage in town is 15mpg. I am told it is the weather being better. I will go with it for now. I can't complain. I used the AC today for about the 3rd time. (3040 miles now) It works well. The front of the car gets a little warm on the outside when exiting the vehicle, but I guess that is normal. I noticed the mpg went down a bit today, but that is to be expected when running the AC. I did not buy this car for gas mileage. I am a 51 year old female and comfort becomes an issue as you age. I would say the Acadia offers acceptable comfort. It really does fulfill the needs as I transport grandchildren, elderly family members, etc. It is so easy to get in and out of. The rear seat folds down easily for storage and the retrieval of groceries and such is a snap! I really like the "level" of this car for ease of use. So much is good about this vehicle, and I hope GM continues to look for fixes for the issues and takes care of them for all of us who had big hopes and dream for our Acadias. I will watch this site and post if necessary. Many thanks to everyone who posts. 
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- #238 of 492
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Re: my mistake [lemonowner08]
by acadia59
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May 19, 2008 (8:16 am)
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Replying to: lemonowner08 (May 16, 2008 5:58 pm)
Too bad I did not find this site before today - I could have helped you with the light issue! I had the same thing happen. After calling the dealer after having it in there, and flipping through the book, it was a little embarrasing to find out it was my problem! The reason the button gets switched off is because when they are working on it they don't want to run down the battery with the interior light on. Just for future info in case it happens again.... Now about your leak - GOOD LUCK WITH THAT! I am sorry to tell you but today I dropped my car off for the FOURTH time for the same problem. I bought the car last January and did not have a problem with the lead under the passenger dashboard until August. It is good for a bit, then leaks again. The last time it was a major job. I started getting the "traction control off" message coming off and on and the driver interior reading light stopped working. Also I had problems with the acceleration. All of this was due to the water from the sunroof. They had to replace the whole fuse box (I think that was what it was called - will have to look it up). This took over a week. Two months later we are back to the water leak and the traction control light on. I called the manager requesting a meeting - he asked to have his guys instead of the outside "water" contractor work on it. So I dropped it off today, but am researching lemon law regs now. Hope you don't have the same continuous problem.
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- #239 of 492
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Re: my mistake [acadia59]
by lemonowner08
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May 20, 2008 (8:53 pm)
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Replying to: acadia59 (May 19, 2008 8:16 am)
We have only had one good rain since the big leak. I didn't have a problem. I know they have washed my car twice now at the service garage and it hasn't leaked. I haven't actually had it at a car wash with the more powerful water jets, etc. Been kind of scared, to tell the truth! I was told that a Technical Service Bullitan (TSB) has been sent out to dealerships from GM, stating the drain tubes on the sunroof are too short. When the weather changes, it causes expansion and contraction, making it so the little tube disconnects completely. Then, you get the water problems. My car did not leak on the passenger side, just the driver side. I noticed it as soon as I entered the vehicle after work and took it to the dealership immediately. I am hoping it is fixed. So far, so good, In other posts, it looks like some people have used the lemon law to have their car replaced due to the leakage. My biggest concern still bothering me a bit, is the big knock when I first take off in the car. I am told it is the ABS system checking itself, but sometimes it will pop in the back, or under the floorboard, and followed by popping on the sides. And sometimes it is much louder than others. It sounds like metal when it has been dented. You know the noise or pop when that dent is pulled out, that is what this sounds like. So, right now, I am considering another shop's opinion. I hate being a nuissance, but a new car just shouldn't be this much work! Good luck on your water leak. Keep us posted!">
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- #240 of 492
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ABS unit noise?
by jbardo
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May 21, 2008 (7:55 am)
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I have a 2008 Acadia and it makes a "click" noise after putting it in gear & starting to drive. I took it back to the dealer and was told this is normal- ABS unit noise. It only happens when first starting to drive and doesn't happen after you stop and accelerate again. Does anyone else hear this "click" on your vehicle?
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- #241 of 492
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Re: ABS unit noise? [jbardo]
by acadia59
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May 21, 2008 (9:16 am)
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Replying to: jbardo (May 21, 2008 7:55 am)
I hear that noise also. I have never taken it in thought, probably because I also had this problem/heard this noise when I had my Dodge Caravan, so figured it was probably something normal. I am more concerned about the acceleration hesitation and the water leaks.
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- #242 of 492
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Re: ABS unit noise? [jbardo]
by steve_ HOST
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May 21, 2008 (9:38 am)
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Replying to: jbardo (May 21, 2008 7:55 am)
That's normal on most cars with ABS - it's the self check system. On some cars you may feel a shudder in the brake pedal too.
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- #243 of 492
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Re: ABS unit noise? [steve_]
by lemonowner08
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May 21, 2008 (7:50 pm)
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Replying to: steve_ (May 21, 2008 9:38 am)
If the "click" is more like a loud "clunk", would you also state the noise originates with the ABS system? My pop or clunk is quite profound at times. Ocassionally, it happens more than once. (the noise). I have had many other GM cars equipped with ABS and I have never heard anything. I am still not sure there isn't something else wrong......trying not to be paranoid here, just want to be proactive if there is something that needs attention....please advise. (2008 AWD Acadia_
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- #244 of 492
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Re: ABS unit noise? [lemonowner08]
by steve_ HOST
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May 21, 2008 (8:53 pm)
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Replying to: lemonowner08 (May 21, 2008 7:50 pm)
I was trying to remember the other "self-test" noise that's occasionally reported around here, but it escapes me. I don't even remember the make/model - it wasn't brake related but it sounded similar (maybe stability control?).
My non-GM cars both self test for ABS - neither is all that loud. One definitely "shudders" the brake pedal (my 100+ foot driveway slopes downhill so often I'm riding the brake and notice it). The other car just makes a mild clunking noise.
You could visit the dealer and ask to test drive one similar to yours.
Any owners have any comments?
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- #245 of 492
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Re: ABS unit noise? [jbardo]
by manufan1
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May 22, 2008 (1:15 pm)
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Replying to: jbardo (May 21, 2008 7:55 am)
I always do, but like you said, it only happens when the car is turned on and accelerating to certain speed. The dealer told me it was the ABS turned on & I accepted it. I do not know if all cars have ABS make similiar sound.
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- #246 of 492
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Shifting Issues Anyone?
by acadiamommy
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May 23, 2008 (11:49 am)
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Replying to: manufan1 (May 22, 2008 1:15 pm)
Hi all! I was just wondering if any of you have experienced any shifting issues? I bought my 08 Acadia yesterday, its the Carbon Black SLT-2. I was told that I just needed to bring it in and have a software update performed. Well I did that and I dont feel any difference in the shfting. So I was told to drive it for the weekend and see if it updates within that time. If it doesnt, bring it back and they will work on it...? The shifting problem feels as if I were drive a manual transmission and Im going like 30mph and you put it in 5th gear... sluggish! But if I tromp on it it will down-shift. It seems as if it is always trying to find another gear. Anyone have insight?
Steph
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