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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Securing Child Restraints (Front Passenger Seat)
This vehicle has airbags. A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward-facing child restraint. See Where to Put the Restraint
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In addition, the vehicle has a passenger sensing system which is ...
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit
Storage
The tire sealant and compressor kit is located in the trunk.
1. Open the trunk. See Trunk
2. Lift the cover.
3. Turn the retainer clockwise and remove the tire
sealant and compressor kit.
To ...
Defensive Driving
Defensive driving means “always expect the unexpected.” The first step in driving defensively is to wear the safety belt. See Safety Belts
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WARNING
Assume that other road users (pedestrian ...