The Buick Rendezvous, produced between 2002 and 2007, marked Buick’s entry into the crossover SUV market, offering a blend of comfort, versatility, and advanced features. This model incorporated a range of essential electrical components, including the fuse box and relays, which played crucial roles in managing various electrical systems within the vehicle.
The fuse box in the Buick Rendezvous 2002-2007 housed fuses designed to protect electrical circuits from overloads and short circuits. These fuses were instrumental in safeguarding components such as headlights, taillights, power windows, and the audio system. Understanding the location and function of each fuse is important for diagnosing and resolving electrical issues effectively.
Relays in the Buick Rendezvous 2002-2007 served as electrically operated switches that controlled the flow of electricity to specific components. These relays were integral to systems such as the starter motor, fuel pump, cooling fans, and other critical components, ensuring reliable operation and optimal performance. Proper functioning of relays is important for maintaining the vehicle’s overall functionality and reliability.
In addition to these components, the Buick Rendezvous 2002-2007 featured advanced electrical technologies for its time, including climate control systems, power-adjustable seats, and advanced safety features. These amenities relied on a robust electrical infrastructure to provide comfort, convenience, and safety to both driver and passengers.
(2002-2007) Buick Rendezvous fuse box and relay with Diagram
WARNING
- Never replace a fuse with one that has a higher amperage rating.
- A fuse with a too-high amperage could damage the electrical part and cause a fire.
- On no account should fuses be repaired (e.g. patched up with tin foil or wire) as this may cause serious damage elsewhere in the electrical circuit or cause a fire.
- If a fuse blows repeatedly, do not keep replacing it. Instead, have the cause for the repeated short circuit or overload tracked and fixed.
- Terminal and harness assignments for individual connectors will vary depending on vehicle equipment level, model, and market.
Buick Rendezvous 2002-2007 fuse assignment
Year of production: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007
Passenger compartment fuse box
Fuse Box Location
It is located in the passenger’s side of the center console near the floor, behind the cover.
Fuse box diagram
| â„– | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | 2002-2003: Fuse Puller 2004-2007: Empty |
| 2 | Steering Wheel Radio Controls |
| 3 | Power Door Locks |
| 4 | Empty |
| 5 | Empty |
| 6 | Empty |
| 7 | Empty |
| 8 | Empty |
| 9 | Empty |
| 10 | Turn Signal and Hazard Lamp Flashers |
| 11 | Power Seats |
| 12 | Electronic Level Control (ELC) Compressor |
| 13 | Liftgate and Endgate |
| 14 | Rear Auxiliary Power Outlet |
| 15 | Electronic Level Control (ELC) Compressor Relay and Height Sensor |
| 16 | Heated Mirrors |
| 17 | Power Mirrors |
| 18 | Ignition 1 Module |
| 19 | 2002-2003: Turn Signal Switch and NSBU Switch 2003-2007: Turn Signal Switch |
| 21 | Rear Defogger |
| 22 | Airbag Module |
| 24 | 2002-2003: Canister Vent Soloid and TCC Switch 2004-2007: TCC Switch |
| 25 | HVAC Blower Motor |
| 26 | HVAC Mode and Temperature Motors and Head-Up Display |
| 28 | Accessory Power |
| 29 | Windshield Wipers and Washer |
| 30 | Instrument Panel Cluster, Body Control Module (BCM), PASS-Key® III |
| 31 | Park Lock Ignition Key Solenoid |
| 32 | Rear Window Wiper/Washer |
| 34 | Power Sunroof |
| 35 | Power Windows |
| 36 | Map Lamps, Courtesy Lamps and Instrument Panel Lights |
| 37 | Radio |
| 38 | UQ3 Radio Amplifier |
| 39 | Head-Up Display |
| 40 | Hazard Flashers |
| 41 | Instrument Panel Cluster, Climate Control, Security LED and Remote Keyless Entry Mode |
| 42 | PASS-Key® III |
| 44 | Body Control Module (BCM) |
| 46 | Automatic Occupant Sensing Module |
| Relays | |
| 20 | Rear Defogger Relay |
| 23 | Ignition Relay |
| 27 | Accessory Relay |
| 33 | Retained Accessory Power Relay |
| 43 | Accessory Diode |
| 45 | 2005-2007: Back-Up Lamps |
Engine compartment
Fuse Box Location
Fuse box diagram (3.4L V6 Engine)
Assignment of the fuses and relays in the engine compartment (3.4L V6 Engine)
| â„– | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Fuel Pump |
| 2 | Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch |
| 3 | Horn |
| 4 | Engine Controls-Emissions and Sensors |
| 5 | Power Control Module (PCM)-Battery Power |
| 6 | Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Control Module |
| 7 | Transaxle Solenoids |
| 8 | Spare |
| 9 | ABS Solenoids Valves |
| 10 | Oxygen Sensors-Emissions Control |
| 11 | Fuel Injectors (Even) |
| 12 | Spare |
| 13 | Engine Controls |
| 14 | Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) |
| 15 | Passenger’s Low-Beam Headlamp |
| 16 | Spare |
| 17 | Driver’s Low-Beam Headlamp |
| 18 | Driver’s High-Beam Headlamp |
| 19 | Ignition Switch Battery Power |
| 20 | Parking Lamps-Front and Rear |
| 21 | Air Pump-Emissions Controls |
| 22 | Spare |
| 23 | Passenger’s High-Beam Headlamp |
| 24 | Vent Solenoids |
| 25 | Spare |
| 26 | Front Fog Lamps |
| 27 | Ignition Relay, Neutral Start Switch, Powertrain Control Module (PCM) |
| 28 | Body Control Module-Battery Power |
| 29 | L Band, Remote Digital Radio Receiver |
| 30 | All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Module |
| 31 | Cruise Control |
| 32 | Front Power Outlets/Lights, OnStar® |
| 33 | Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System |
| 34 | Spare |
| 35 | Starter Solenoid Battery Fuse |
| 36 | ABS Motor |
| 37 | Spare |
| 38 | Spare |
| 39 | Engine Cooling Fan 2 |
| 40 | Engine Cooling Fan 1 |
| 41 | Main Battery Fuse for Retained Accessory Power Relay and Accessory Relay |
| 42 | Main Battery Fuse for Heated Seats, Air |
| 43 | Spare |
| 44 | Spare |
| 45 | Main Battery Fuse for Power Outlets, Level Control, Power Seats and Mirrors and Body Computer |
| 46 | Spare |
| 47 | Main Battery Fuse for Climate Control Blower and Ignition 3 Relay |
| 48 | Main Battery Fuse for Ignition Switch, Radio, Heads-Up Display, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE), Instrument Cluster, Air Conditioning and Body Computer |
| 49 | Spare (Circuit Breaker) |
| 64-69 | Spare fuses |
| 70 | Fuse Puller |
| Diode | Diode for Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch |
| Relays | |
| 50 | Horn |
| 51 | Fuel Pump |
| 52 | Air Conditioning Clutch |
| 53 | Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) |
| 54 | Low-Beam Headlamps |
| 55 | Parking Lamps |
| 56 | High-Beam Headlamps |
| 57 | Fog Lamps |
| 58 | Starter Relay |
| 59 | Cooling Fan |
| 60 | Ignition 1 Relay |
| 61 | Cooling Fan |
| 62 | Cooling Fan |
| 63 | Air pump |
Fuse box diagram (3.6L V6 Engine)
Assignment of the fuses and relays in the engine compartment (3.6L V6 Engine)
| â„– | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Fuel Pump |
| 2 | Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch |
| 3 | Horn |
| 4 | Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) |
| 5 | Engine Control Module (ECM) |
| 6 | Powertrain Relay |
| 7 | Powertrain Sensors |
| 8 | Transmission Control Module (TCM) |
| 9 | Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Solenoids Valves |
| 10 | Oxygen Sensor/MAF Sensor |
| 11 | Fuel Injectors (Even) |
| 13 | Fuel Injectors (Odd) |
| 14 | Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) |
| 15 | Passenger’s Low-Beam Headlamp |
| 16 | Transmission |
| 17 | Driver’s Low-Beam Headlamp |
| 18 | Driver’s High-Beam Headlamp |
| 19 | Ignition Switch Battery Power |
| 20 | Parking Lamps |
| 21 | Engine Control Module (ECM) |
| 23 | Passenger’s High-Beam Headlamp |
| 24 | Vent Solenoids |
| 25 | DVD |
| 26 | Front Fog Lamps |
| 27 | Ignition Relay |
| 28 | Body Control Module (BCM) |
| 29 | S Band |
| 30 | All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Module |
| 31 | Cruise Control |
| 32 | Front Power Outlets/Lights, OnStar® |
| 33 | Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System |
| 34 | Starter Solenoid Battery Fuse |
| 35 | Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Motor |
| 38 | Engine Cooling Fan 2 |
| 39 | Engine Cooling Fan 1 |
| 40 | Main Battery Fuse for Retained Accessory Power Relay and Accessory Relay |
| 41 | Main Battery Fuse for Heated Seats, Air Conditioning, Defogger |
| 44 | Main Battery Fuse for Power Outlets, Level Control, Power Seats, Mirrors, and Body Computer |
| 46 | Main Battery Fuse for Climate Control Blower and Ignition 3 Relay |
| 47 | Main Battery Fuse for Ignition Switch, Radio, Heads-Up Display (HUD), Remote Keyless Entry (RKE), Instrument Cluster, Air Conditioning, and Body Computer |
| 70 | Diode for Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch |
| 71 | Diode for Ignition |
| Relays | |
| 49 | Horn |
| 50 | Fuel Pump |
| 51 | Air Conditioning Clutch |
| 52 | Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) |
| 53 | Low-Beam Headlamps |
| 54 | Parking Lamps |
| 55 | High-Beam Headlamps |
| 56 | Fog Lamps |
| 57 | Starter Relay |
| 58 | Cooling Fan S/P |
| 59 | Powertrain |
| 60 | Cooling Fan 2 |
| 61 | Cooling Fan 1 |
| 62 | Ignition |
Conclusion
For owners and enthusiasts of the Buick Rendezvous 2002-2007, understanding the fuse box and relay systems is crucial for vehicle maintenance. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helped ensure the vehicle’s longevity and reliability, allowing it to continue delivering on Buick’s reputation for quality and innovation in the crossover SUV segment.
