Driving Impressions
Despite structural similarities to the wildly styled Pontiac Aztek, Buick's crossover model has a personality of its own. Automatic-transmission responses are quick and easy. Acceleration is good, if not exactly inspiring. The Rendezvous runs very quietly and offers plenty of versatile space. The gauges are notable in appearance, but they're not the easiest to read at a glance.
The Rendezvous delivers a generally soft ride, but its suspension hits some bumps rather hard. Handling is reasonably precise with good steering feel and feedback, very much like what drivers might expect from a minivan.
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Storing a Station as a Favorite
Up to 36 preset stations can be stored. Each page can store six preset stations.
The presets within a page can be from different radio bands.
To scroll through the pages, press the FAV 1-2-3 (favor ...
Belts
• Belts may need replacing if they
squeak or show signs of
cracking or splitting.
• Trained dealer technicians
can inspect the belts and
recommend replacement when
necessary. ...
Battery Run-Down Protection
This feature shuts off the dome, courtesy, and
vanity lamps if they are left on for more than
20 minutes when the ignition is off. This will keep
the battery from running down.
If the battery ru ...