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#2 of 20 Re: 2004 buick rainier electrical sensor problems in dashboard [bugatti3] by libre1 Jan 10, 2008 (10:00 am)
Replying to: bugatti3 (Jan 07, 2008 4:02 pm) It seem to me that all Rainiers have the same problem. I said this becaused I bought one from 2005 and I just came from the dealer with the same problem and they want to charge me almost $ 600 to fix it. I guest Biuck knows about the problem and not want to do anything about it. I will be sending a very angry letter to Buick.
#4 of 20 "battery not charging" warning light by jmstimko Jan 11, 2008 (8:35 am)
Anyone have an idea? Truck would not start (dim lights, starter "clicking")...replaced battery. Everything fine. 3 days later... "battery not charging" warning light comes on. I charge battery, light goes off. I take it to the dealer figuring the alternator is bad. Electrical check shows alternator and battery good. Nothing showing "drawing" on battery. Can anyone offer a suggestion what the issue is? Replies to this message: minimoose (Feb 11, 2008 6:28 pm)
#5 of 20 Re: 2004 buick rainier electrical sensor problems in dashboard [bugatti3] by yqd Jan 16, 2008 (6:33 pm)
Replying to: bugatti3 (Jan 07, 2008 4:02 pm) I have an 05 one and just found out about the same problem. The speedometer doesn't pass 30 mph and the needle drops way below 0 when I drive slow or the car is stopped. I'm hoping it might be a bad sensor (yeah right ...........) Were you able to get any other diagnosis of your problem ?? Replies to this message: bugatti3 (Feb 12, 2008 12:23 pm) libre1 (Feb 12, 2008 5:54 pm) t1adler (Feb 23, 2008 5:26 am)
#6 of 20 Re: "battery not charging" warning light [jmstimko] by minimoose Feb 11, 2008 (6:28 pm)
Replying to: jmstimko (Jan 11, 2008 8:35 am) My friend had a similar problem. Turned out the "ace" mechanic who installed his new battery did not tighten the battery cables correctly. It might be worth a look...
#7 of 20 Re: 2004 buick rainier electrical sensor problems in dashboard [yqd] by bugatti3 Feb 12, 2008 (12:23 pm)
Replying to: yqd (Jan 16, 2008 6:33 pm) we are still having the same problems, have you found any solutions? Replies to this message: libre1 (Feb 12, 2008 5:54 pm) t1adler (Feb 23, 2008 5:26 am)
#8 of 20 Re: 2004 buick rainier electrical sensor problems in dashboard [bugatti3] by libre1 Feb 12, 2008 (5:54 pm)
Replying to: bugatti3 (Feb 12, 2008 12:23 pm) Somebody from Buick did call me at my home last week and they only told me to take my Buick back to the dealer from whom I bought it and to let them fix it, that the dealer will charge me half the $600 they told me it will cost to fix it. Iam checking with a lawyer to see if we can join forces to make Buick do the repairs at GM cost. I will keep you guys posted on this. It seems to me that this is a commont problem on this type of vehicle and GM is ignoring it. Replies to this message: t1adler (Feb 23, 2008 5:26 am)
#9 of 20 Re: 2004 buick rainier electrical sensor problems in dashboard [libre1] by t1adler Feb 23, 2008 (5:26 am)
Replying to: libre1 (Feb 12, 2008 5:54 pm) The Speedo on my "new" 04 Rainier died during a 600+ mile road trip yesterday. Had to use my portable GPS to determine my speed and then just set the cruise. My dealer quoted me $230.00(dealer employee price because I just bought it on the 14th.) for the part plus labor. So I think 1/2 of $600 is still not a fair deal in your case. I would try and get them to charge you 1/2 of actual dealer cost and pay for the labor. I think you would come out ahead. The only good thing is that I believe the replacement will come with a lifetime warranty.   P.S. My first symptom was 2 days prior with a oil pressure gage that was reading 160 psi. 180 degrees to the right of 0 psi. I believe that the "stepper motor" on each gage is what fails. It sounds like gm has a new stepper motor version on the replacement cluster.
#11 of 20 Rainer Headlights Flicker & A/C Issues, Etc.? by gary8061 Feb 25, 2008 (10:43 am)
Wondering if anyone else has had an issue with the 2005 Rainer headlights flickering & flashing at night? They first did it after the car was about 8 months old, dealer said it was because I didnt' let the car warm up enough and give it time to cycle through all it's check points? Sounds fishy to me.... Well, it started again 18 months later, at first just a few times per night. Now it is crazy, they flicker so badly it has cars in front of me are wondering why I am flashing my lights like a crazy person. Does anyone have any idea or has had the same problem? Have had other problems too....alternator was replaced, A/C & Heating vents not blowing enough air, they've been worked on several times, still a problem. Crazy A/C & Heating unit is terrible to adjust to right temp., it's either blowing hot or cold....always at the wrong time. They can keep these automatic climate control units....just give me the old-fashioned type, they work great. And several other items.... The vehicle had zero issues, not in the shop once (except for service), until it approached 30,000 miles, now it seems we are in the dealer's shop often....Does the Rainier fall about as it ages? Is the future going to be like this? Any input is appreciated. Thank you. Replies to this message: jblais (Apr 14, 2008 10:23 am) thedrake (Jun 05, 2008 6:55 am) lizshep (Jun 16, 2008 6:13 am)

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