AWD disable light is on...what do I need to do?

Asked by emturn Mar 17, 2014 at 05:17 PM about the 2006 Buick Rendezvous CX AWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

My AWD disable light is on. What do I need to do to get this fixed?

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is the anti- lock light on also? but sometimes the awd disable light comes on when you have a bad wheel bearing. i had this issue with my 02 rendezvous

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My 04 did the same thing but it was just the sensor that caused all the issues.

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It could be the flow valve, attached to the rear differential.

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I have the same issue AWD Disable and anti lock lights appear on dashboard, 2004 Buick Randezvous Be looking in under the differential part, also front wheel bearings. Not cheap to fix by today's mechanical rates, unless you do it your self.

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my problem is different .2002 rendezvous repklaced all 4 wheelbearings with sensors, flow valve, flushed system new versatrack fluid. my problem is the disable light comes on when driving 79 mph for more the 1/10 of a mile. all 4 of the wheel sensors drop out for 4 seconds then come back. stop then the awd disable light goes out. no codes nothing. have checked all sorces that i could find bno help.

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It is the AWD Differential Control Valve. GM Part#88896067. We purchased one on Ebay from Buddy2300. They test and re-condition these valves and ours looked like brand new. Here is what their add says: When this part fails the DISABLE AWD warning will remain lit on your dashboard. These GM OEM valves are carefully removed from donor vehicles, cleaned, inspected, lubricated and THOROUGHLY TESTED using specialized tools and a compatible test vehicle. This guarantees proper functioning of the valve, saving you time and money. Our multi-step testing process ensures that the valve you receive opens, closes and operates as designed. It's important to thoroughly test these valves as some faulty valves will turn off the DISABLE AWD warning indicator while not actuating the valve. Shaking and listening for "rattle" is also not a valid test. We only sell top quality valves and they are completely ready to install. Photos are of the actual valve you will receive. This part is easily replaced. Start by carefully disconnecting the wiring harness jack by inserting a small flat screwdriver under the release tab. Slide the harness jack off the control valve plug. With ignition OFF, connect the new unit to the harness jack. Then start the vehicle and wait a few moments. Now the DISABLE AWD warning will not illuminate. Continue by cleaning the area around the old Differential Control Valve and removing the two bolts with a 10mm socket. Place a clean bucket below the differential case to catch the fluid. Remove the old valve by prying under the flanges with a putty knife to loosen. Then slowly pull the valve straight out while twisting slightly. Install the new valve, bolts, harness jack and replace the fluid. For proper maintenance and operation of the AWD, it is recommended to replace the used transfer case fluid with new factory specified Versatrak fluid. Here is the current link: https://www.ebay.com/itm/GM-OEM-88896067-AWD-DIFFERENTIAL-LOCKING-CONTROL-VALVE-BUICK-RENDEZVOUS-AZTEK/283191107365?hash=item41ef815f25:g:DjcAAOSwRRVbs52I&vxp=mtr You can install it yourself.

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My mechanic hooked the car up to the computer and found no problems.....but the AWD enable message is on....so does that mean I will have trouble with slippery roads and winter weather??

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I Have a 2008 Buick Rendezvous. The AWD Disable Light Came On. What's That Mean?

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my 04 did that i went around checked plug ins for abs and put diolectric grease in plugs and issue went away

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well hi too all plp ....i buy a 2004 cx about 6mo ago in good shape,,then i had problem with it over heating one day ....i was like what so i pull over release the radiator cap a lil to flow back in too the over flow tank and and it ran just fine .....so i did replace the thermostat and run good for about aweek then happen again so i pull over did the same shit again i don't know what cause the air pocken ...and running fine ....next the howling noise in the rear end ...i said wtf ....so i change the fluid....it went away for about a week or 2 then it came back ...now remember no abs light came on so i did some checking turn out tobe the left rear end wheel bearing... change it and solve the problem...just remember it's no easy task tho ....just to let you plp know you can get fluid for the rear end at summit for $21 a pint it take about 4pints last time i check ....hell the dealer wanted $45 a bottle .....by the way the dealer wanted $400 too change out the wheel bearing ....i did it for $95 ....mmmmmm ...well got togo ttyl

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