Model Variant:
All trims including CX, CXL, CXL Plus and Ultra
Production Years Covered:
2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007
Target Audience:
DIY owners, mechanics and workshops servicing the first-generation Rendezvous crossover
Segment:
Mid-size crossover SUV (2002-2007)
Competitive Advantage:
Dealer-level factory service information in a single downloadable reference instead of scattered forum snippets
Scope:
Covers all models and all repairs A-Z, the same manual used by dealership technicians
Applications:
Routine maintenance, troubleshooting, component replacement, specification checks and repair planning
Coverage Areas:
Engine, transmission and driveline, electrical and wiring diagnostics, brakes, steering, suspension, cooling, fuel, exhaust, body, chassis and interior
Manual Type:
Factory service and repair manual (workshop-grade)
Delivery:
Instant digital download after purchase
Best For:
DIY owners, mechanics and workshops
Engine Service:
Complete mechanical service, tuning and overhaul procedures
Transmission and Driveline:
Automatic transmission service, clutch and driveline repair
Electrical:
Wiring diagrams, diagnostics and component testing
Brakes:
Hydraulic system service, pad and rotor replacement, ABS diagnostics
Steering and Suspension:
Power steering, front and rear suspension service and alignment specs
Cooling System:
Radiator, thermostat, water pump and fan circuit service
Fuel and Exhaust:
Fuel delivery, injection and exhaust system repair
Body and Chassis:
Panel, trim, interior service and structural procedures
HVAC:
Heating, ventilation and air conditioning service
Diagnostics:
Fault-finding charts, DTC troubleshooting and electrical diagnostics
Maintenance:
Scheduled service procedures and specification checks
Component Replacement:
Step-by-step removal, installation and torque specifications
Repair Planning:
Deeper teardown and rebuild references for major repairs
Detail Level:
Dealer-level workshop data, not generic repair information
Specifications:
Torque values, fluid capacities, adjustment and clearance specs throughout
Parts Data:
Component identification and part references within service procedures
Torque Specifications:
Provided for fasteners covered in each repair procedure
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Base Engine:
3.4L V6 (LA1 3400)
Optional Engine:
3.5L V6 (LX1 short-wheelbase Honda-derived unit, 2002-2004 Ultra models)
Performance:
3.4L: approximately 185 hp; 3.5L: approximately 195 hp
Fuel System:
Multi-port sequential fuel injection (SFI)
Supported Service:
Tune-up, timing, compression testing, cooling and fuel system repair per manual procedures
Wheelbase:
Approximately 112.5 in (front-wheel drive models)
Length:
Approximately 186.9 in
Body Style:
4-door mid-size crossover SUV
Curb Weight:
Approximately 4,000-4,300 lb depending on trim and drivetrain
Exact Figures:
N/A - verify against the specification tables included in the manual
Airbags:
Dual front airbags; side-impact airbags on later equipped trims
Restraints:
Three-point seatbelts with adjustable anchors; LATCH child seat anchors
Braking:
Four-wheel disc brakes with ABS
Traction Control:
Traction control system on equipped models
Stability:
StabiliTrak electronic stability control on later equipped models
Crash Test Information:
N/A - not specified in this manual; consult NHTSA/IIHS records for official ratings
Audio System:
AM/FM stereo with CD; available premium audio and rear-seat audio controls
Optional:
Available DVD rear entertainment system on upper trims
Convenience:
Available OnStar, driver information center and rear parking assist
Advanced ADAS:
N/A - modern driver assistance systems not offered in this era
Oil and Filter:
Per oil life monitor or standard interval guidance in the manual
Scheduled Service:
Full maintenance schedule tables included for all covered years
Engine Oil:
GM-specified viscosity per manual tables (typically 5W-30)
Transmission Fluid:
4T65-E automatic transaxle fluid specification per manual
Coolant:
GM DEX-COOL long-life coolant
Common Wear Items:
Intake manifold gaskets on 3400 V6, wheel bearings, suspension bushings and cooling system components
Manufacturer:
Buick, a General Motors division
Model Introduction:
Rendezvous introduced in 2001 as Buick's first crossover SUV
Evolution:
2002-2007 first generation; Versatrak AWD system and updated trims through the run, discontinued after 2007
Production Location:
Assembled in Mexico (Ramos Arizpe GM plant)
