The 2007 Buick Rainier is basically a carryover from the previous year and only gets two new standard features -- a tire pressure monitor, and a one-year subscription to OnStars Turn by Turn directions. Regular OnStar is already standard. The lack of updates is a signal that 2007 will be the last year for the SUV.
The mid-size SUV, which shares a platform and engine with the Trailblazer and Envoy (the 4.2-liter, 191-hp V6) is unique in that it also offers an optional 5.3-liter, 302-hp V8. The other SUVs only have the V8 in extended wheelbase models, not in their regular trucks. A 4-speed automatic is the only transmission available. The 2007 Rainier is available in rear-wheel or all-wheel drive, though the latter is recommended more for tough road conditions rather than for off-roading.
In accordance with Buick's reputation for elegance, the 2007 Rainier tries to position itself as a more luxurious offering than Chevy or GMC. Leather seats and faux wood and chrome trim are standard. OnStar, dual climate control, ABS brakes, dual front airbags, and audio controls on the steering wheel are just a few niceties that are included. Heated seats, a navigation system, and DVD player are popular options. The mid-size SUV only seats five in two rows of seats, but the back seats feature a 60/40 split-fold for more cargo space.
The huge amount of room and a remarkably quiet ride are some highlights of the 2007 Rainier, according to owners. Handling and cornering are more like a car, acceleration is immediate, and the V8 provides a lot of smooth power. Towing capacity is about 6500 pounds. Negatives focus on the terrible gas mileage (to be expected), cupholders that are too small to be useful, cheap-looking plastic parts, and the lack of a running board to compensate for the high step-in. 2007 will be the last year for the Rainier, which is being replaced by the crossover Enclave.
Blower goes on intermittently. REplaced fan blower resistor that ran constantly. New resistor did the same thing. Replaced it thinking it was defective and the same thing occurred. Is there some other way to check and repair. It is the aurtomatic climate control
frequently the parking lights/cornering lights will not work. Its always a blown fuse underback seat marked prk lt. where to start looking?
My Buick Rainier, 2007 has 105000 miles on it and is a great car. Recently this message appeared on the smart panel. What does it mean and should I get it repaired ?
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · CD changer: 6 · Rear headphone jacks · Wireless headphones · Single disc in-Dash CD · Bose premium brand speakers · AM/FM radio · XM satellite radio · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.0 · Front brake width: 1.14 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.8 · Rear brake width: 0.78 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: wood · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Ashtray: with lighter · Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: 2 driver · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: cargo net · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.73 · Locking differential: rear
Exterior Features
Paint: special factory paint · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Running boards: chrome
Header
Option Delete: Generic
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Video monitor location: rear · Video system: DVD player
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto on
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Roof rack color: black · Sunroof: power glass
Seatbelts
Rear center seatbelt: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Air Suspension: rear · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Navigation system: DVD navigation system · Phone: hands free · Satellite communications: OnStar
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: aluminum
Truck Features
Running boards: step
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: manual flip-up
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · CD changer: 6 · Rear headphone jacks · Wireless headphones · Single disc in-Dash CD · Bose premium brand speakers · AM/FM radio · XM satellite radio · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.0 · Front brake width: 1.14 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.8 · Rear brake width: 0.78 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: wood · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Ashtray: with lighter · Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
4WD Type: on demand · Axle ratio: 3.73 · Limited slip differential: center · Locking differential: rear
Exterior Features
Paint: special factory paint · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Running boards: chrome
Header
Option Delete: Generic
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Video monitor location: rear · Video system: DVD player
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: cornering
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Roof rack color: black · Sunroof: one-touch
Seatbelts
Rear center seatbelt: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Air Suspension: rear · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Navigation system: DVD navigation system · Phone: hands free · Satellite communications: OnStar
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: aluminum
Truck Features
Running boards: step
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: manual flip-up