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Buick ENCLAVE - 2011, Owner'S Manual

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Buick Enclave Owner Manual - 2011

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INDEX

Vehicle (cont.)

Personalization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-40
Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-13
Speed Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-39
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-89

Vehicle Care

Storing the Tire Sealant

and Compressor Kit . . . . . . . 10-72

Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-47

Vehicle Identification

Number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-1
Service Parts Identification

Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-1

Vehicle Reminder

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-39

Ventilation, Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9
Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21
Voltage Devices, and

Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-32

Voltmeter Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15

W

Warning Lights, Gauges,

and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12

Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv

Cautions and Danger . . . . . . . . . . . .iv
Hazard Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4

Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-23
Washer Fluid Messages . . . . . . . 5-39
Wheels

Alignment and Tire

Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-60

Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-58
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-60

When It Is Time for New

Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-55

Where to Put the Child

Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-55

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19

Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-20

Windshield

Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-30
Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5

Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-9
Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . 10-29
Wipers

Rear Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6

Wiring, High Voltage

Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-32

Summary of Contents for ENCLAVE - 2011

Page 1: ...2 20 AM www carburetor manual com Would you like some Free Manuals http carburetor manual com free shop manual club t 13 html Also visit http freeshopmanual com for more Free Manuals Also Visit my web...

Page 2: ...3 Roof Rack System 4 4 Instruments and Controls 5 1 Controls 5 2 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 5 12 Information Displays 5 26 Vehicle Messages 5 31 Vehicle Personalization 5 40 Universal Remot...

Page 3: ...and Tires 10 40 Jump Starting 10 85 Towing 10 89 Appearance Care 10 92 Service and Maintenance 11 1 General Information 11 1 Scheduled Maintenance 11 2 Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Parts 11 6 Mai...

Page 4: ...to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm each of the features found on your vehicle For vehicles first sold in Canada substitute the name General Motors of Canada Li...

Page 5: ...ury or death WARNING These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people Notice This means there is something that could result in property or vehicle damage This would not be covered by...

Page 6: ...rake System ABS g Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar Brake System Warning Light Charging System I Cruise Control B Engine Coolant Temperature O Exterior Lamps Fog Lamps Fuel Gauge Fuses 3 Headlam...

Page 7: ...Black plate 6 1 Buick Enclave Owner Manual 2011 vi Introduction 2 NOTES...

Page 8: ...ystem for Passenger Airbag 1 10 Mirror Adjustment 1 10 Steering Wheel Adjustment 1 11 Interior Lighting 1 11 Exterior Lighting 1 12 Windshield Wiper Washer 1 13 Climate Controls 1 14 Transmission 1 14...

Page 9: ...Black plate 2 1 Buick Enclave Owner Manual 2011 1 2 In Brief Instrument Panel...

Page 10: ...H Hood Release See Hood on page 10 4 I Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6 6 J Data Link Connector DLC See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5 19 K Cruise Control on page 9 32 L Steering...

Page 11: ...ansmitter is used to remotely lock and unlock the doors from up to 60 m 195 feet away from the vehicle Press K to unlock the driver door Press K again within five seconds to unlock all remaining doors...

Page 12: ...Start To cancel a remote start Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press and hold until the parking lamps turn off Turn on the hazard warning flashers Turn the ignition switch on and then off...

Page 13: ...ole Press the touchpad switch on the outside liftgate handle For more information see Liftgate on page 2 10 Windows On vehicles with power windows the switches are on the doors Press the switch to low...

Page 14: ...ver seat outside mirrors and power tilt wheel if the vehicle has this feature Storing Memory Positions To save into memory 1 Adjust the driver seat and seatback recliner both outside mirrors and the p...

Page 15: ...recall the easy exit positions The vehicle must be in P Park See Memory Seat and Mirrors under Power Seat Adjustment on page 3 3 and Vehicle Personalization on page 5 40 for more information Second R...

Page 16: ...and Ventilated Front Seats on page 3 9 Head Restraint Adjustment Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly To achieve a comfortable seating position...

Page 17: ...ent panel when the vehicle is started See Passenger Sensing System on page 3 40 for more information Mirror Adjustment Exterior Mirrors Controls for the outside power mirrors are on the driver door To...

Page 18: ...icles with the power tilt and telescope wheel the control is on the outboard side of the steering column Push the control up or down to tilt the steering wheel up or down Push the control forward or r...

Page 19: ...n page 6 6 Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6 6 Exterior Lighting The exterior lamps control is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel O Turns the automatic lig...

Page 20: ...wn for less frequent wipes 1 Slow wipes 2 Fast wipes Windshield Washer J Press the button at the end of the turn signal lane change lever to spray washer fluid on the windshield Rear Window Wiper Wash...

Page 21: ...r Climate Control Only on page 8 7 or Rear Climate Control System Rear Climate with Rear Seat Audio on page 8 8 Transmission Electronic Range Select ERS Mode ERS mode allows you to choose the top gear...

Page 22: ...radio stations Seek or scan stations 4 Change the display between the radio station frequency and the time if equipped While the ignition is off press 4 to display the time For more information about...

Page 23: ...month day and year 3 Press the pushbutton located under any one of the labels to be changed 4 To increase or decrease the time or date turn f clockwise or counter clockwise For detailed instructions o...

Page 24: ...red with the in vehicle Bluetooth system before it can be used in the vehicle Not all phones will support all functions See Bluetooth on page 7 50 Steering Wheel Controls w x Press to change favorite...

Page 25: ...ntrol on page 9 32 Navigation System The vehicle s navigation system provides detailed maps of most major freeways and roads throughout the United States and Canada After a destination has been set th...

Page 26: ...ove the rearview mirror Vent Press the front or rear of the switch to vent or close the sunroof Express open Express close From the closed position press and release the rear or front of the switch to...

Page 27: ...in correct tire pressures See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 10 48 Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit This vehicle may come with a jack and spare tire or a tire sealant and compressor kit The kit c...

Page 28: ...rs U S 1 888 889 2438 Canada 1 800 268 6800 Mexico 01 800 466 0818 As the owner of a new Buick you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program This program provides technically train...

Page 29: ...r Hands Free Calling and Turn by Turn Navigation Automatic Crash Response Emergency Services Crisis Assist Stolen Vehicle Assistance Vehicle Diagnostics Remote Door Unlock Roadside Assistance Turn by...

Page 30: ...e to you such as hills tall buildings tunnels weather electrical system design and architecture of your vehicle damage to important parts of your vehicle in a crash or wireless phone network congestio...

Page 31: ...Black plate 24 1 Buick Enclave Owner Manual 2011 1 24 In Brief 2 NOTES...

Page 32: ...2 8 Automatic Door Locks 2 9 Lockout Protection 2 9 Safety Locks 2 9 Doors Liftgate 2 10 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security 2 13 Anti Theft Alarm System 2 13 Immobilizer 2 14 Immobilizer Operation 2 14...

Page 33: ...cle with children The key is used for the ignition and all door locks The key has a bar coded key tag that the dealer or qualified locksmith can use to make new keys Store this information in a safe p...

Page 34: ...up to 60 m 195 feet away from the vehicle There are other conditions which can affect the performance of the transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System on page 2 2 With Remote Start and Power Lif...

Page 35: ...re than two seconds to activate the panic alarm The parking lamps flash and the horn sounds repeatedly for 30 seconds The alarm turns off when the ignition is moved to ON RUN or L is pressed again The...

Page 36: ...do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter Static from your body could damage the transmitter 1 Separate the transmitter with a flat thin object such as a flat head screwdriver Carefully in...

Page 37: ...the vehicle 1 Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle 2 Press Q on the RKE transmitter 3 Immediately after completing Step 2 press and hold until the parking lamps flash If the vehicle s lights can not...

Page 38: ...ing the engine to run for a total of 15 minutes A maximum of two remote starts or remote start attempts are allowed between ignition cycles After the vehicle s engine has been started two times using...

Page 39: ...t stroke Always lock the vehicle whenever leaving it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening...

Page 40: ...tion and a front door is open If the driver side power door lock switch is pressed when the driver s door is open and the key is in the ignition all of the doors will lock and then the driver door wil...

Page 41: ...speed to the highest setting See Climate Control System in the Index If the vehicle is equipped with a power liftgate disable the power liftgate function For more information about carbon monoxide se...

Page 42: ...he liftgate is clear before opening it The power liftgate can be power opened and closed in the following ways Press and hold the power liftgate button on the RKE transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry...

Page 43: ...e obstruction the power liftgate operation can be used again If the liftgate comes across more obstacles on the same power cycle the power function deactivates and you must manually open or close the...

Page 44: ...heft deterrent features however they do not make it impossible to steal Anti Theft Alarm System On vehicles with an anti theft alarm system to activate the system Press Q on the Remote Keyless Entry R...

Page 45: ...ower the driver side window and open the driver door 2 Press Q 3 Get out of the vehicle close the door and wait for the security light to go out 4 Then reach in through the window unlock the door with...

Page 46: ...ot start and the key appears to be undamaged try another ignition key and check the fuses See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 10 34 for additional information If the engine still does not start wit...

Page 47: ...rammed If the PASS Key III key is lost or damaged see your dealer or a locksmith to have a new key made The SERVICE THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM message displays on the Driver Information Center DIC when th...

Page 48: ...th outside power foldaway mirrors The controls for power foldaway mirrors are located on the driver door 1 Press A to fold the mirrors out to the driving position 2 Press B to fold the mirrors in to t...

Page 49: ...the outside mirrors to a preselected position when the vehicle is in R Reverse This allows the driver to view the curb for parallel parking The passenger and or driver mirror returns to its original p...

Page 50: ...glass cleaner directly on the mirror Use a soft towel dampened with water Windows WARNING Leaving children helpless adults or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overco...

Page 51: ...nt unintentional operation of the windows Uplevel shown base similar The power window controls are located on each of the side doors The driver door also has switches that control the passenger and re...

Page 52: ...ach window that has the express up feature Anti Pinch Feature The anti pinch feature is on windows with the express up feature If an object is in the way of the window as it is express closing or in c...

Page 53: ...vehicle is not in use Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the tracks that could cause an issue with sunroof operation noise or plug the water drainage system Periodically open the su...

Page 54: ...it and guide it back Pull the sunshade forward until it latches to close it Rear Power Sunshade On vehicles with a rear power sunshade the switch is on the headliner above the rearview mirror Notice T...

Page 55: ...Black plate 24 1 Buick Enclave Owner Manual 2011 2 24 Keys Doors and Windows 2 NOTES...

Page 56: ...After a Crash 3 31 Airbag System Airbag System 3 32 Where Are the Airbags 3 34 When Should an Airbag Inflate 3 35 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 3 37 How Does an Airbag Restrain 3 37 What Will You See A...

Page 57: ...until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant s head This...

Page 58: ...s on page 3 6 C Lumbar Adjustment on page 3 6 On vehicles with power seats the controls are on the outboard side of the seats Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the power seat adjustment con...

Page 59: ...eat for a second driver position using 2 To recall the memory positions press and release 1 or 2 The vehicle must be in P Park A single beep will sound The seat outside mirrors and steering column if...

Page 60: ...pped up and forward to allow extra room to exit the vehicle S Easy Exit Positions Press to recall the easy exit positions The vehicle must be in P Park If the easy exit feature is programmed on in the...

Page 61: ...the outboard side of the seats See Power Seat Adjustment on page 3 3 for more information To increase or decrease lumbar support press and hold the front or rear of the control C Release the control...

Page 62: ...when reclined like this The shoulder belt cannot do its job because it will not be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injurie...

Page 63: ...ine must be running I Heated Seatback Press to turn on the heated seatback J Heated Seat and Seatback Press to turn on or off the heated seat and seatback Press the button once for the highest setting...

Page 64: ...ighest setting With each press of the button the seat will change to the next lower setting and then to the off setting The lights indicate three for the highest setting and one for the lowest The pas...

Page 65: ...er seating position Push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked into place Notice Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts Alwa...

Page 66: ...eaching behind the seat and pulling the head restraint forward until it locks into place Push and pull on the head restraint to make sure that it is locked 5 Push down on the rear of the seat cushion...

Page 67: ...ng the third row seating position while the second row is folded or pushed forward in the entry position could cause injury in a sudden stop or crash Be sure to return the seat to the passenger seatin...

Page 68: ...That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked 2 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked in place WARNING A safet...

Page 69: ...it out of the rear of the vehicle in one motion 6 Replace the bolts in the floor holes for storage Installing the Third Row Seats 1 Before installing the seat the seatback must be folded forward See F...

Page 70: ...iding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your...

Page 71: ...16 Seats and Restraints Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it is just a seat on wheels Put someone on it Get it up to sp...

Page 72: ...stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop ov...

Page 73: ...systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Whether or not an airbag is provided all occupants still have to buckle up to get the most protection That is true not only in frontal c...

Page 74: ...s who are not buckled up can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts First before you or your passenger s wear a safety belt ther...

Page 75: ...ll not give as much protection this way WARNING You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt sh...

Page 76: ...fatal injuries The lap belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs Q What is wrong with this A The belt is buckled in the wrong buckle WARNING You can be seriously injured if...

Page 77: ...oes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied on the abdomen not on the pelvic bones and that could cause s...

Page 78: ...al organs like your liver or spleen The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest Q What is wrong with this A The belt is behind the body WARNING You can be seriously injured by n...

Page 79: ...t can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it Lap Shoulder Belt All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap shoulder belt If you are using a rear seating position with a detachable safety belt...

Page 80: ...child restraint locking feature may be engaged If this happens let the belt go back all the way and start again 3 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks 4 Pull up on the latch plate to...

Page 81: ...tch plate should rest on the stitching on the safety belt near the guide loop on the side wall Before a door is closed be sure the safety belt is out of the way If a door is slammed against a safety b...

Page 82: ...oderate to severe frontal near frontal or rear crash if the threshold conditions for pretensioner activation are met And for vehicles with side impact airbags safety belt pretensioners can help tighte...

Page 83: ...ich is located in a storage pocket at the top of the seat under the headrest on the driver s side of the vehicle To access the comfort guide you will first need to move the headrest forward by pulling...

Page 84: ...oulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces 4 Buckle position and release the safety belt as described previously...

Page 85: ...in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you To help avoid personal injury do not let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to...

Page 86: ...eath in a crash To help make sure the safety belt systems are working properly after a crash have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible After a minor crash replacement...

Page 87: ...act airbags the word AIRBAG will appear on the side of the seatback closest to the door With roof rail airbags the word AIRBAG will appear along the headliner or trim Airbags are designed to supplemen...

Page 88: ...h seat mounted side impact airbags and or roof rail airbags WARNING Children who are up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Airbags plus lap shoulde...

Page 89: ...tal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger side Driver Side shown Passenger Side similar The seat mounted si...

Page 90: ...lation path of a seat mounted side impact airbag Never secure anything to the roof of a vehicle with roof rail airbags by routing a rope or tie down through any door or window opening If you do the pa...

Page 91: ...c frontal sensors which help the sensing system distinguish between a moderate frontal impact and a more severe frontal impact For moderate frontal impacts dual stage airbags inflate at a level less t...

Page 92: ...The inflator the airbag and related hardware are all part of the airbag module Frontal airbag modules are located inside the steering wheel and instrument panel For vehicles with seat mounted side im...

Page 93: ...they deploy Some components of the airbag module may be hot for several minutes For location of the airbag modules see What Makes an Airbag Inflate on page 3 37 The parts of the airbag that come into...

Page 94: ...the airbag windshields are broken by vehicle deformation Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger airbag Airbags are designed to inflate only once After an airbag i...

Page 95: ...ing system turns off the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions The driver airbag seat mounted side impact airbags and the roof rail airbags are not affected by the passenger se...

Page 96: ...one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though the airbag is turned off Secure rear facing child restraints in a rear seat even if the airbag is off If yo...

Page 97: ...aints should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is an airbag for that person WARNING If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on it means that something may be wrong with th...

Page 98: ...he child s seating posture and body build It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat If the Off Indicator is Lit for an Adult Size Occupant If a person of adult size is sitting in the r...

Page 99: ...nd that you not use seat covers or other aftermarket equipment except when approved by GM for your specific vehicle See Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 3 46 for more informatio...

Page 100: ...interfere with the proper operation of the passenger sensing system Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle Airbags affect how the vehicle should be serviced There are parts of the airbag system in seve...

Page 101: ...y or trim or with GM covers upholstery or trim designed for a different vehicle Any object such as an aftermarket seat heater or a comfort enhancing pad or device installed under or on top of the seat...

Page 102: ...le replaced For the location of the airbag modules see What Makes an Airbag Inflate on page 3 37 See your dealer for service Replacing Airbag System Parts After a Crash WARNING A crash can damage the...

Page 103: ...he shoulder then return to the booster seat Does the lap belt fit low and snug on the hips touching the thighs If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Can proper safety belt fit be maintained...

Page 104: ...ly injured A safety belt must be used by only one person at a time WARNING Never do this Never allow a child to wear the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind their back A child can be seriously i...

Page 105: ...ver allow children to play with the safety belts Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt...

Page 106: ...s can be seriously injured or killed Never put a rear facing child restraint in the right front seat Secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat It is also better to secure a forward facing ch...

Page 107: ...r child restraint In addition there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs WARNING To reduce the risk of neck and head injury during a crash infants need complete suppo...

Page 108: ...the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint B Forward Facing Child Seat A forward facing child seat B provides restraint...

Page 109: ...tions that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both and to this manual The child restraint instructions are important so if they are not available obtain a...

Page 110: ...to the inflating airbag A child in a forward facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position Eve...

Page 111: ...lation of a child restraint easier The LATCH system uses anchors in the vehicle and attachments on the child restraint that are made for use with the LATCH system Make sure that a LATCH compatible chi...

Page 112: ...vement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash Your child restraint may have a single tether A or a dual tether C Either will have a single attachment B to secure the top teth...

Page 113: ...Anchor Seating positions with two lower anchors Second Row 60 40 Bench i Top Tether Anchor Seating positions with top tether anchors j Lower Anchor Seating positions with two lower anchors Third Row...

Page 114: ...hild restraint will be placed Third Row Seat The third row has one top tether anchor located at the bottom rear of the center seatback This anchor should be used for the center seating position only N...

Page 115: ...hild restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash A child or others could be injured To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries dur...

Page 116: ...al 1 1 Find the lower anchors for the desired seating position 1 2 Recline the seatback to the full reclined position Make sure the second row bench seatbacks are aligned at the same angle before plac...

Page 117: ...are using does not have a headrest or head restraint and you are using a single tether route the tether over the seatback If the position you are using does not have a headrest or head restraint and y...

Page 118: ...5 cm 1 in of movement for proper installation Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash WARNING A crash can damage the LATCH system in the vehicle A damaged LATCH system may not properly secure the...

Page 119: ...the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be att...

Page 120: ...of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked If the retractor is not locked repeat Steps 4 and 5 6 If the child restraint has a top tether follow the child restraint manufacturer s instructi...

Page 121: ...child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag...

Page 122: ...nts have a top tether and that the tether be attached You will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint...

Page 123: ...make sure the retractor is locked If the retractor is not locked repeat Steps 5 and 6 7 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To check grasp the child r...

Page 124: ...x Lift the glove box handle to open it Use the key to lock and unlock the glove box Cupholders There are two cupholders with removable liners located in front of the center console There may be cuphol...

Page 125: ...s the storage compartment inside To access the upper storage area press the upper button B and lift up To access the lower storage area press the lower button C and lift up The top of the console can...

Page 126: ...anagement cover WARNING An improperly latched and closed cargo cover or cargo cover left in the open position could be thrown about the vehicle during a crash or sudden maneuver Someone could be injur...

Page 127: ...dealer for additional information Notice Loading cargo on the roof rack that weighs more than 91 kg 200 lbs or hangs over the rear or sides of the vehicle may damage the vehicle Load cargo so that it...

Page 128: ...19 Brake System Warning Light 5 22 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light 5 23 Tow Haul Mode Light 5 23 StabiliTrak Indicator Light 5 23 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light 5 24 Tire Pressure Li...

Page 129: ...Controls Steering Wheel Adjustment 1 Pull the lever A down 2 Move the steering wheel up or down 3 Pull or push the steering wheel closer or away from you 4 Push the lever A up to lock the steering whe...

Page 130: ...r x to go to the next or previous track To select tracks on an iPod or USB device for vehicles without a navigation system 1 Press and hold w or x while listening to a song until the contents of the c...

Page 131: ...the touch screen 3 Press and release x to scroll through the selected music list Touch the track label on the touch screen to highlight and begin playing the track from that list 4 Press and hold x t...

Page 132: ...ess to increase or to decrease the volume Horn Press near the horn symbols or press on the steering wheel pad to sound the horn Windshield Wiper Washer The windshield wiper washer lever is located on...

Page 133: ...rn the rear wiper on and off The wiper speed cannot be changed Y Wash Press to spray washer fluid on the rear window The window wiper will also come on Release the button when enough fluid has been sp...

Page 134: ...ays 2 Find the vehicle s current location and variance zone number on the map Zones 1 through 15 are available 3 Press the set reset button to scroll through and select the appropriate variance zone 4...

Page 135: ...oof climate controls seats etc during the calibration procedure 2 Press the vehicle information button until PRESS V TO CALIBRATE COMPASS displays 3 Press the set reset button to start the compass cal...

Page 136: ...to the original clock display menu If the radio clock display is turned off the screen displays Radio Clock OFF for 10 seconds The menus for clock and date settings are removed and ON displays as a cu...

Page 137: ...in the rear cargo area Lift the cover to access the outlet and replace when not in use WARNING Power is always supplied to the outlets Do not leave electrical equipment plugged in when the vehicle is...

Page 138: ...a system fault is detected a protection circuit shuts off the power supply and the indicator light turns off To reset the circuit unplug the item and plug it back in or turn the Retained Accessory Pow...

Page 139: ...en there could be a problem with a vehicle function Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a...

Page 140: ...Black plate 13 1 Buick Enclave Owner Manual 2011 Instruments and Controls 5 13 Instrument Cluster English Shown Metric Similar...

Page 141: ...et at zero and a label is put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Fuel Gauge English Metric When the...

Page 142: ...c This gauge shows the engine coolant temperature Under normal driving conditions the gauge will read 100 C 210 F or less If the gauge pointer is near 125 C 260 F the engine is too hot It means that t...

Page 143: ...ehicle serviced as soon as possible Safety Belt Reminders Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light The driver safety belt reminder light on the instrument panel cluster When the engine is started this light...

Page 144: ...ss Light This light shows if there is an electrical problem with the airbag system The system check includes the airbag sensor the pretensioners the airbag modules the wiring and the crash sensing and...

Page 145: ...et you know the status of the right front passenger frontal airbag If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator it means that the right front passenger frontal airba...

Page 146: ...s Second Generation monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission control systems It ensures that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle helping to produce a cleaner env...

Page 147: ...ations Avoid steep uphill grades If towing a trailer reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a...

Page 148: ...Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments may have programs to inspect the on vehicle emission control equipment For the inspection the emission system...

Page 149: ...e information When the ignition is on the brake system warning light will also come on when the parking brake is set The light will stay on if the parking brake does not release fully If it stays on a...

Page 150: ...brakes but no antilock brakes If the regular brake system warning light is also on there are no antilock brakes and there is a problem with the regular brakes See Brake System Warning Light on page 5...

Page 151: ...and the Tire Pressure Monitor System When the Light is On Steady This indicates that one or more of the tires are significantly underinflated A tire pressure message can accompany the light See Tire...

Page 152: ...n and stays on it means that oil is not flowing through the engine properly The vehicle could be low on oil and might have some other system problem Security Light This light flashes when the security...

Page 153: ...a shift lever position indicator on the bottom line of the display See Automatic Transmission on page 9 24 for more information The outside air temperature and compass if equipped also display on the...

Page 154: ...menu items OIL LIFE Press the vehicle information button until OIL LIFE REMAINING displays This display shows an estimate of the oil s remaining useful life If you see 99 OIL LIFE REMAINING on the di...

Page 155: ...ENGLISH or METRIC units All of the vehicle information will then be displayed in the unit of measurement selected FRONT TIRES or REAR TIRES On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS the p...

Page 156: ...the trip To use the retroactive reset feature press and hold the set reset button for at least four seconds The trip odometer will display the number of kilometers km or miles mi driven since the ign...

Page 157: ...he display will show the amount of time that has passed since the timer was last reset not including time the ignition is off Time will continue to be counted as long as the ignition is on even if ano...

Page 158: ...the possible messages that can be displayed and some information about them Battery Voltage and Charging Messages BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE This message displays when the system detects that the battery v...

Page 159: ...s on the DIC HOOD OPEN On some models this message displays and a chime sounds if the hood is not fully closed Stop and turn off the vehicle check the hood for obstructions and close the hood again Ch...

Page 160: ...engine is overheating severe engine damage may occur If an overheat warning appears on the instrument panel cluster and or DIC stop the vehicle as soon as possible Do not increase the engine speed abo...

Page 161: ...il the cause of the low oil pressure has been corrected Check the oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced by your dealer See Engine Oil on page 10 8 Engine Power Messages ENGINE POWER I...

Page 162: ...ation on page 2 3 Lamp Messages AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL OFF This message displays when the automatic headlamps are turned off This message clears itself after 10 seconds AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL ON Thi...

Page 163: ...he vehicle is safe to drive however you do not have the benefit of StabiliTrak so reduce your speed and drive accordingly SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL This message displays when there is a problem with th...

Page 164: ...dealer if you notice a drop in heating and air conditioning efficiency SERVICE POWER STEERING This message displays when a problem is detected with the power steering system When this message is disp...

Page 165: ...ppear See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10 50 for more information If the warning comes on and stays on there may be a problem with the TPMS See your dealer TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE This message...

Page 166: ...ansmission fluid or while the transmission temperature warning is displayed This message displays and a chime sounds if the transmission fluid in the vehicle gets hot Driving with the transmission flu...

Page 167: ...s the customization button to enter the feature settings menu If the menu is not available FEATURE SETTINGS AVAILABLE IN PARK will display Before entering the menu make sure the vehicle is in P Park F...

Page 168: ...ing press the set reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC AUTO DOOR UNLOCK This feature allows you to select whether or not to turn off the automatic door unlocking feature It a...

Page 169: ...rn will sound when the lock button is pressed again within five seconds of the previous command NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain To select a setting pre...

Page 170: ...ttings OFF There will be no delayed locking of the vehicle s doors ON default The doors will not lock until five seconds after the last door or the liftgate is closed NO CHANGE No change will be made...

Page 171: ...feature The current setting will remain To select a setting press the set reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC CHIME VOLUME This feature allows you to select the volume leve...

Page 172: ...ed Locking on page 2 8 for more information Press the customization button until EASY EXIT SEAT appears on the DIC display Press the set reset button once to access the settings for this feature Then...

Page 173: ...transmitters to driver ID numbers NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain To select a setting press the set reset button while the desired setting is displayed...

Page 174: ...way to replace up to three remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers security systems and home automation devices Do not use the Universal Home Remote with any...

Page 175: ...r involves time sensitive actions so read the entire procedure before starting Otherwise the device will time out and the procedure will have to be repeated To program up to three devices 1 From insid...

Page 176: ...ease both buttons 5 Press and hold the newly trained Universal Home Remote button and observe the indicator light If the indicator light stays on continuously the programming is complete and the garag...

Page 177: ...ng the Universal Home Remote System call 1 800 355 3515 or go to www homelink com Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter signals to time out or quit after several seconds of transmission Th...

Page 178: ...hen the vehicle is sold or the lease ends To erase all programmed buttons on the Universal Remote device 1 Press and hold down the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash after 2...

Page 179: ...Black plate 52 1 Buick Enclave Owner Manual 2011 5 52 Instruments and Controls 2 NOTES...

Page 180: ...amps 6 5 Interior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control 6 6 Courtesy Lamps 6 6 Dome Lamps 6 6 Reading Lamps 6 6 Lighting Features Entry Lighting 6 7 Delayed Entry Lighting 6 7 Delayed Exit Li...

Page 181: ...Lamps Instrument Panel Lights 2 Headlamps Turns the headlamps on together with the following lamps listed below A warning chime sounds if the driver s door is opened when the ignition switch is off a...

Page 182: ...les with High Intensity Discharge HID headlamps when the following conditions are met The ignition is in the ON RUN position The exterior lamps control is in AUTO The engine is running When the DRL ar...

Page 183: ...5 40 Adaptive Forward Lighting AFL Vehicles with the Adaptive Forward Lighting System AFS have headlamps that swivel to the left or right when making a turn to provide better lighting To enable AFS s...

Page 184: ...bulbs replaced If the bulb is not burned out check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 10 34 Turn Signal On Chime If either one of the turn signals are left on and the vehicle has been dri...

Page 185: ...g lamps located on the headliner above the rearview mirror can be turned on or off independent of the automatic courtesy lamps when the doors are closed Dome Lamps The dome lamps are located in the ov...

Page 186: ...opened Delayed Entry Lighting Delayed entry lighting illuminates the interior for a period of time after all the doors have been closed The ignition must be off for delayed entry lighting to work Imm...

Page 187: ...cles This is because the generator alternator may not be spinning fast enough at idle to produce all the power that is needed for very high electrical loads A high electrical load occurs when several...

Page 188: ...lamps or trunk lamp are accidentally left on If any of these lamps are left on they automatically turn off after 10 minutes if the ignition is off The lamps will not come back on again until one of th...

Page 189: ...Black plate 10 1 Buick Enclave Owner Manual 2011 6 10 Lighting 2 NOTES...

Page 190: ...System 7 39 Rear Seat Audio RSA System 7 48 Phone Bluetooth 7 50 Introduction Read the following pages to become familiar with the audio system s features WARNING Taking your eyes off the road for ex...

Page 191: ...e Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 9 18 for more information Navigation Radio System For vehicles with a navigation radio system see the separate Navigation System manual Theft Deterrent Feature T...

Page 192: ...7 39 for more information on the vehicle s RSE system The DVD player is the top slot on the radio faceplate The player is capable of reading the DTS programmed DVD Audio or DVD Video media DTS and DTS...

Page 193: ...of the display and artist information displays on the bottom line When information is not available NO INFO is displayed Auto Text Satellite Radio Service CD MP3 and WMA features If additional inform...

Page 194: ...b 3 To adjust the highlighted setting do one of the following until the levels are obtained Turn f clockwise or counterclockwise Press FWD or s REV If a station s frequency is weak or if there is stat...

Page 195: ...With DVD A 5 1 Surround media the left front and right front speakers fade rearward leaving the center front speakers unaffected until the last fade step then all front speakers mute With DVD V 5 1 S...

Page 196: ...ous or to the next station and stay there To scan stations press and hold or until a beep sounds The radio goes to a station plays for a few seconds then goes to the next station Press either arrow ag...

Page 197: ...of favorites pages by pressing the softkey below the displayed page numbers 4 Press FAV or let the menu time out to return to the original main radio screen showing the radio station frequency tabs a...

Page 198: ...sired category 1 Press BAND until the XM frequency displays 2 Press CAT to display the category tabs 3 Continue pressing CAT until the desired category name displays Radios with CD and DVD can also na...

Page 199: ...he presets favorites button and steering wheel controls See Steering Wheel Controls on page 5 3 FAV Favorites A maximum of 36 stations can be programmed as favorites using the six softkeys below the r...

Page 200: ...action is required This process should take no longer than 30 seconds No XM Signal The system is functioning correctly but the vehicle is in a location that is blocking the XM signal When the vehicle...

Page 201: ...this message alternates with the XM Radio 8 digit radio ID label This label is needed to activate the service Unknown If this message is received when tuned to channel 0 there could be a receiver faul...

Page 202: ...or tunnels may cause loss of the XM signal for a period of time Cellular Phone Usage Cellular phone usage may cause interference with the vehicle s radio This interference may occur when making or rec...

Page 203: ...ugh the tracks on the CD s REV Fast Reverse Press and hold to reverse playback quickly within a track Sound will be heard at a reduced volume Release to resume playing the track The elapsed time of th...

Page 204: ...CD Player Do not add any label to a CD it could get caught in the CD player If a CD is recorded on a personal computer and a description label is needed try labeling the top of the recorded CD with a...

Page 205: ...e ignition or radio is turned off while a CD is in the player it stays in the player When the ignition or radio is turned on the CD starts playing where it stopped if it was the last selected audio so...

Page 206: ...dom press the softkey under the RDM tab until Random Current Disc displays Press the softkey again to turn off random play BAND Press to listen to the radio when a CD or DVD is playing The CD or DVD r...

Page 207: ...ixed with water and clean it Make sure the wiping process starts from the center to the edge Care of the CD and DVD Player Do not add any label to a CD it could get caught in the CD or DVD player If a...

Page 208: ...s the capability of playing an MP3 WMA CD R or CD RW disc For more information on how to play an MP3 WMA CD R or CD RW disc see MP3 Radio with CD and Radio with CD USB on page 7 24 or MP3 Radio with C...

Page 209: ...mode See the information given earlier in this section specific to the radio CD and the DVD Also see Setting the Clock in the index for setting the clock and date SEEK Previous Track Chapter Press to...

Page 210: ...play the system is in pause mode If the pause icon is showing on display the system is in playback mode If the DVD screen is off press the play button to turn the screen on Some DVDs begin playing aft...

Page 211: ...g on display the system is in pause mode If the pause icon is showing on display the system is in playback mode q Group r Press to cycle through musical groupings on the DVD A disc Nav Navigate Press...

Page 212: ...emote control the disc resumes playing at the beginning of the disc Ejecting a Disc Press Z DVD on the radio to eject the disc If a disc is ejected from the radio but not removed the radio reloads the...

Page 213: ...ay discs that contain both uncompressed CD audio and MP3 WMA files If both formats are on the disc the radio plays both file formats in the order in which they were recorded to the disc CD R or CD RW...

Page 214: ...in each folder When the last track of the last folder has played play continues from the first track of the first folder When play enters a new folder the display does not automatically show the new...

Page 215: ...e random press the softkey under the RDM tab until Random Current Disc displays to play songs in random order Press the same softkey again to turn off random play h Music Navigator Press the softkey b...

Page 216: ...appears on the radio s display and begins playing The iPod charges while it is connected to the vehicle if the vehicle is in the ACC ACCESSORY or ON RUN position When the vehicle is turned off the iPo...

Page 217: ...ised when pause is being used Press the softkey below j again to resume playback Back Press the softkey below the back tab to go back to the main display screen on an iPod or the root directory on a U...

Page 218: ...s can be used to navigate in the following order First softkey first item in the list Second softkey 1 through the list each time the softkey is pressed Third softkey 5 through the list each time the...

Page 219: ...r CD RW disc The USB port can play mp3 and wma files that are stored on a USB storage device as well as AAC files that are stored on an iPod Compressed Audio or Mixed Mode Discs The radio plays discs...

Page 220: ...directory called CD accesses all of the CD audio tracks on the disc Empty Folder Folders that do not contain files are skipped and the player advances to the next folder that contains files No Folder...

Page 221: ...the track name Track names longer than 32 characters or four pages are shortened Parts of words on the last page of text and the extension of the filename does not display Preprogrammed Playlists Prep...

Page 222: ...minutes to scan the disc depending on the number of files on the disc The radio may begin playing while it is scanning in the background When the scan is finished the disc begins playing files in orde...

Page 223: ...older iPod model that is not supported it can still be used by connecting it to the Auxiliary Input Jack using a standard 3 5 mm 1 8 in stereo cable See Using the Auxiliary Input Jack earlier for more...

Page 224: ...b to go back to the main display screen on an iPod or the root directory on a USB storage device c Folder View Press the softkey below c to view the contents of the current folder on the USB drive To...

Page 225: ...s can be used to navigate in the following order First softkey first item in the list Second softkey 1 through the list each time the softkey is pressed Third softkey 5 through the list each time the...

Page 226: ...e set into the front auxiliary input jack Connect an auxiliary input device such as an iPod laptop computer MP3 player CD player or cassette tape player etc to the auxiliary input jack for use as anot...

Page 227: ...hrough the remote control See Using the Auxiliary Input Jack s later in this section or Audio Video A V Jacks under Rear Seat Entertainment RSE System on page 7 39 for more information Using the USB P...

Page 228: ...not work until the temperature is within the operating range The operating range for the RSE system is above 20 C 4 F or below 60 C 140 F If the temperature of the vehicle is outside of this range he...

Page 229: ...the headphones are out of range of the transmitters for more than three minutes Moving too far forward or stepping out of the vehicle can cause the headphones to lose the audio signal For optimal aud...

Page 230: ...the RSE system Adapter connectors or cables not supplied might be required to connect the auxiliary device to the A V jacks Refer to the manufacturer s instructions for proper usage The A V jacks are...

Page 231: ...eadphones earlier in this section for more information The DVD player is capable of outputting audio to the wired headphone jacks on the RSA system if the vehicle has this feature The DVD player can b...

Page 232: ...overhead console and press the desired button Direct sunlight or very bright light could affect the ability of the RSE transmitter to receive signals from the remote control If the remote control doe...

Page 233: ...ted in any menu z Display Menu Press to adjust the brightness screen display mode normal full or zoom and display the language menu q Return Press to exit the current active menu and return to the pre...

Page 234: ...hen the DVD is playing The format and content of this function vary for each disc Subtitles Press to turn ON OFF subtitles and to move through subtitle options when a DVD is playing The format and con...

Page 235: ...l the screen There are black borders on the top and bottom or on both sides or the picture looks stretched out Check the display mode settings in the setup menu by pressing the display menu button on...

Page 236: ...he L left and R right on the headphones The remote and or the headphones are lost See your dealer for assistance The DVD is playing but there is no picture or sound Check that the RSE video screen is...

Page 237: ...n only control the music sources the front seat passengers are not listening to except on some radios where dual control is allowed For example rear seat passengers can control a CD and listen to it t...

Page 238: ...une to an individual station The display stops flashing after the buttons have not been pushed for more than two seconds This function is inactive with some radios if the front seat passengers are lis...

Page 239: ...make and receive phone calls The system can be used while the key is in the ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY position The range of the Bluetooth system can be up to 9 1 m 30 ft Not all phones support all funct...

Page 240: ...Bluetooth cell phone must be paired to the Bluetooth system and then connected to the vehicle before it can be used See your cell phone manufacturer s user guide for Bluetooth functions before pairing...

Page 241: ...onnected Phones later in this section for more information 6 Repeat Steps 1 through 5 to pair additional phones Listing All Paired and Connected Phones The system can list all cell phones paired to it...

Page 242: ...tags Delete All Name Tags This command deletes all stored name tags in the Hands Free Calling Directory and the OnStar Turn by Turn Destinations Directory Using the Store Command 1 Press and hold b g...

Page 243: ...s can be made using the following commands Dial or Call The dial or call command can be used interchangeably to dial a phone number or a stored name tag Digit Dial This command allows a phone number t...

Page 244: ...call is received the audio system mutes and a ring tone is heard in the vehicle Press b g to answer the call Press c x to ignore a call Call Waiting Call waiting must be supported on the cell phone a...

Page 245: ...audio in the vehicle 1 Press b g 2 Say Transfer Call Transferring Audio to the Bluetooth System from a Cell Phone During a call with the audio on the cell phone press b g The audio transfers to the ve...

Page 246: ...ag to send Clearing the System Unless information is deleted out of the in vehicle Bluetooth system it will be retained indefinitely This includes all saved name tags in the phone book and phone pairi...

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Page 248: ...th Rear Seat Audio 8 8 Air Vents Air Vents 8 9 Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System The heating cooling and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with this system A Fan...

Page 249: ...display The current air delivery mode and fan speed also appear for approximately five seconds When AUTO is selected the air conditioning and air inlet are automatically controlled The air conditionin...

Page 250: ...ndicator comes on Manual Operation The air delivery mode or fan speed can be manually adjusted D C Fan Control Press to increase or decrease the fan speed Pressing D or C while in automatic control pl...

Page 251: ...all the windows are clear While in defrost mode if the PASS button is pressed the PASS button indicator flashes three times to show that the passenger climate control system cannot be activated If th...

Page 252: ...e windows can fog when the weather is cold and damp To clear the fog select either the defog or defrost mode and increase the fan speed REAR Press to turn the rear heating and air conditioning on or o...

Page 253: ...cle There is also an exterior temperature sensor located behind the front grille This sensor reads the outside air temperature and helps maintain the temperature inside the vehicle Any cover on the fr...

Page 254: ...rear climate control to the front climate control settings It comes on when REAR is pressed Independent Mode This mode directs rear seating airflow according to the settings of the rear controls It c...

Page 255: ...e C are pressed An indicator comes on when the rear system is on The system can also be turned off by pressing and holding the C button Mimic Mode This mode matches the rear climate control to the fro...

Page 256: ...enter of the outlet to change the direction of the air flow Use the thumbwheel near the outlet to control the amount of air flow or to shut off the airflow Keep all outlets open whenever possible for...

Page 257: ...Black plate 10 1 Buick Enclave Owner Manual 2011 8 10 Climate Controls 2 NOTES...

Page 258: ...Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust 9 23 Running the Vehicle While Parked 9 24 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission 9 24 Manual Mode 9 26 Tow Haul Mode 9 27 Drive Systems All Wheel Drive 9 28 Brak...

Page 259: ...ven a small amount of alcohol You can have a serious or even fatal collision if you drive after drinking Do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking Ride home in a cab or if you...

Page 260: ...is reaction time Average reaction time is about three fourths of a second But that is only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age phys...

Page 261: ...ed Traction in a curve depends on the condition of the tires and the road surface the angle at which the curve is banked and vehicle speed While in a curve speed is the one factor that can be controll...

Page 262: ...drop off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while driving If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Ease off the accelerator and then if there...

Page 263: ...skid if it occurs Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For safety slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions It is important to slow do...

Page 264: ...rnings and be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous Water can build up under your vehicle s tires so they actually ride on the water This can...

Page 265: ...s different than driving on flat or rolling terrain Tips for driving in these conditions include Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape Check all fluid levels and brakes tires cooling system and...

Page 266: ...egins to fall resulting in even less traction Avoid driving on wet ice or in freezing rain until roads can be treated with salt or sand Drive with caution whatever the condition Accelerate gently so t...

Page 267: ...se of your vehicle especially any that is blocking the exhaust pipe Check again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there Open a window about 5 cm 2 in on the side of the vehicle that i...

Page 268: ...r the traction system to free the vehicle turn the traction system off and use the rocking method WARNING If the vehicle s tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured...

Page 269: ...rtification Tire label WARNING Do not load the vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR If you do parts on the ve...

Page 270: ...d never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs on your vehicle s placard 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver...

Page 271: ...g 300 lbs C Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 317 kg 700 lbs Example 2 A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 453 kg 1 000 lbs B Subtract Occupant Weight 68 kg 150 lbs 5 340 kg 750 lbs C Available...

Page 272: ...tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles called the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR To find out the actual loads on your front and rear axles you need to go to a weigh station and weig...

Page 273: ...er things like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats Do not leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle When you carry something inside the vehicle s...

Page 274: ...different positions In order to shift out of P Park the ignition must be in ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY and the brake pedal must be applied Notice Using a tool to force the key to turn in the ignition cou...

Page 275: ...the electrical accessories or items plugged into the accessory power outlets This position unlocks the ignition and steering wheel Use this position if the vehicle must be pushed or towed R ON RUN Thi...

Page 276: ...ely after starting it Operate the engine and transmission gently to allow the oil to warm up and lubricate all moving parts The vehicle has a Computer Controlled Cranking System This feature assists i...

Page 277: ...ck with your dealer If you do not the engine might not perform properly Any resulting damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Engine Heater The engine coolant heater can provide easier sta...

Page 278: ...owing Tips on page 9 47 1 Hold the brake pedal down and set the parking brake See Parking Brake on page 9 29 for more information 2 Move the shift lever into P Park by holding in the button on the shi...

Page 279: ...quipped with an electronic shift lock release system The shift lock release is designed to Prevent ignition key removal unless the shift lever is in P Park with the shift lever button fully released a...

Page 280: ...arages tunnels deep snow that may block underbody airflow or tail pipes The exhaust smells or sounds strange or different The exhaust system leaks due to corrosion or damage Continued WARNING Continue...

Page 281: ...ission shift lever is not fully in P Park with the parking brake firmly set The vehicle can roll Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine runn...

Page 282: ...you maintain brake application Then press the shift lever button and move the shift lever into another gear See Shifting Out of Park on page 9 22 R Reverse Use this gear to back up Notice Shifting to...

Page 283: ...ion gives you access to gear ranges This provides more engine braking but lower fuel economy than D Drive You can use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud Manual Mode Electronic Range Select...

Page 284: ...Mode _ Tow Haul The vehicle may have a Tow Haul mode The button is located on the instrument panel under the climate controls Push the button to activate the system Push it again to deactivate the sys...

Page 285: ...the engine is started and the vehicle begins to drive away ABS checks itself A momentary motor or clicking noise might be heard while this test is going on and it might even be noticed that the brake...

Page 286: ...Parking Brake To set the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down then push the parking brake pedal down If the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on See Brake System Warni...

Page 287: ...iliTrak system which combines antilock brake traction and stability control systems and helps the driver maintain directional control of the vehicle in most driving conditions When you first start the...

Page 288: ...speed management system See Traction Control Operation following for more information When the traction control system has been turned off system noises may be heard and felt as a result of the brake...

Page 289: ...reduction in acceleration may be noticed or a noise or vibration may be heard This is normal If cruise control is being used when the system activates the StabiliTrak light will flash and cruise cont...

Page 290: ...instrument panel cluster comes on after the cruise control has been set to the desired speed 1 Press the I button to turn the cruise control system on 2 Get up to the speed desired 3 Press and releas...

Page 291: ...going up steep hills you might have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain the vehicle speed When going downhill you might have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep the vehicle speed down W...

Page 292: ...8 km h An obstacle is indicated by audible beeps The interval between the beeps becomes shorter as the vehicle gets closer to the obstacle When the distance is less than 30 cm 12 in the beeps are con...

Page 293: ...out of the liftgate during the last drive cycle Once the attached object is removed URPA will return to normal operation A tow bar is attached to the vehicle The vehicle s bumper is damaged Take the...

Page 294: ...rear vision camera system is designed to help the driver when backing up by displaying a view of the area behind the vehicle When the key is in the ON RUN position and the driver shifts the vehicle i...

Page 295: ...n the rear vision camera system on or off 1 Shift into P Park 2 Press the MENU button to enter the configure menu options then press the MENU hard key to select Display or touch the Display screen but...

Page 296: ...rear vision camera The Ultrasonic Rear Park Assist URPA system must not be disabled to use the caution symbols If URPA has been disabled and the symbols have been turned on the Rear Parking Assist Sym...

Page 297: ...our dealer Rear Vision Camera Location The camera is located above the license plate The area displayed by the camera is limited and does not display objects that are close to either corner or under t...

Page 298: ...vision camera system display in the rearview mirror may turn off or not appear as expected due to one of the following conditions If this occurs the left indicator light on the mirror will flash A slo...

Page 299: ...Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 87 or higher If the octane rating is less than 87 an audible knocking noise commonly referred to as spark knock might be heard when d...

Page 300: ...o find Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel would not be covered by the vehicle warranty To check the...

Page 301: ...ed under the vehicle warranty Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions can contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT ask the attend...

Page 302: ...r overfill the tank and wait a few seconds after you have finished pumping before removing the nozzle Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Exterior Care on page 10 92 When replacin...

Page 303: ...WARNING Continued Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pumping...

Page 304: ...esulting repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Pull a trailer only if all the steps in this section have been followed Ask your dealer for advice and information about towing a trailer...

Page 305: ...ily as a passenger and load carrying vehicle If a trailer is towed the vehicle will require more frequent maintenance due to the additional load Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires experi...

Page 306: ...me it is started Tow Haul is designed to be most effective when the vehicle and trailer combined weight is at least 75 percent of the vehicle s Gross Combined Weight Rating GCWR See Trailer Towing on...

Page 307: ...e arrows on the instrument panel flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out Check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working Driving On Grades Reduce speed and sh...

Page 308: ...parking brake and shift into P Park 5 Release the brake pedal Leaving After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply and hold the brake pedal while you Start the engine Shift into a gear Release the parking brake 2...

Page 309: ...all the required trailering equipment The weight of additional optional equipment passengers and cargo in the tow vehicle must be subtracted from the maximum trailer weight Use the following chart to...

Page 310: ...cle will be carrying that weight too See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 12 If a weight carrying hitch or a weight distributing hitch is being used the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 15 percent of the...

Page 311: ...and rough roads are a few reasons why the right hitch is needed The rear bumper on the vehicle is not intended for hitches Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper type hitches to it Use only a f...

Page 312: ...trailer wiring harness with a seven pin connector is located at the rear of the vehicle and is tied to the vehicle s frame The harness connector can be plugged into a seven pin universal heavy duty tr...

Page 313: ...trailer brake controller should be installed by your dealer or a qualified service center Conversions and Add Ons Add On Electrical Equipment Notice Do not add anything electrical to the vehicle unles...

Page 314: ...22 Power Steering Fluid 10 22 Washer Fluid 10 23 Brakes 10 24 Brake Fluid 10 25 Battery 10 26 All Wheel Drive 10 27 Starter Switch Check 10 27 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check...

Page 315: ...Grading 10 58 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 10 60 Wheel Replacement 10 60 Tire Chains 10 61 If a Tire Goes Flat 10 62 Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 10 64 Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor K...

Page 316: ...hicle can affect vehicle performance and safety including such things as airbags braking stability ride and handling emissions systems aerodynamics durability and electronic systems like antilock brak...

Page 317: ...parts can later break or fall off You could be hurt If doing some of your own service work use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service the vehicle than this manual can T...

Page 318: ...tomatically lifts and holds the hood in the fully open position Before closing the hood be sure all filler caps are on properly Pull the hood down to close Lower the hood until the lifting pressure of...

Page 319: ...Black plate 6 1 Buick Enclave Owner Manual 2011 10 6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview...

Page 320: ...under Engine Oil on page 10 8 H Engine Cover on page 10 7 I Engine Oil Dipstick See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 10 8 J Automatic Transmission Fluid Dipstick See Checking the Fluid Le...

Page 321: ...Overview on page 10 6 for the location of the engine oil dipstick Obtaining an accurate oil level reading is essential 1 If the engine has been running recently turn off the engine and allow several m...

Page 322: ...f your vehicle should have the dexos certification mark on the container This certification mark indicates that the oil has been approved to the dexos specification Your vehicle was filled at the fact...

Page 323: ...l should be used An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade be sure to alway...

Page 324: ...s based on engine revolutions and engine temperature and not on mileage Based on driving conditions the mileage at which an oil change is indicated can vary considerably For the oil life system to wor...

Page 325: ...the dealer and have it repaired as soon as possible Change the fluid at the intervals listed in Scheduled Maintenance on page 11 2 and be sure to use the transmission fluid listed in Recommended Flui...

Page 326: ...filter away from vehicle to release loose dust and dirt If the filter remains caked with dirt a new filter is required To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner filter 1 Remove the engine cover Se...

Page 327: ...Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it helps to stop flames if the engine backfires Use caution when work...

Page 328: ...d before you drive the vehicle Notice Using coolant other than DEX COOL can cause premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion In addition the engine coolant could require changing sooner at 50...

Page 329: ...using this mixture nothing else needs to be added This mixture Gives freezing protection down to 37 C 34 F outside temperature Gives boiling protection up to 129 C 265 F engine temperature Protects a...

Page 330: ...bol on it When the engine is cold the coolant level should be at or above the FULL COLD line marked on the recovery tank When the engine is hot the level could be higher than the FULL COLD line If the...

Page 331: ...ed cooling system and surge tank pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap If coolant is needed add the proper mixture directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is c...

Page 332: ...feels warm Any time during this procedure watch out for the engine cooling fan s 9 If the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck is low add more of the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture through t...

Page 333: ...ating both fans should be running If they are not do not continue to run the engine and have the vehicle serviced Notice Engine damage from running the engine without coolant is not covered by the war...

Page 334: ...off 2 Turn the heater on to the highest temperature and to the highest fan speed Open the windows as necessary 3 If in a traffic jam shift to N Neutral otherwise shift to the highest gear while drivi...

Page 335: ...Engine Oil on page 10 8 Power Steering Fluid The power steering fluid reservoir is located under the engine cover on the passenger side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 6 for...

Page 336: ...uid reservoir is low a WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID message will be displayed on the Driver Information Center DIC See Washer Fluid Messages on page 5 39 for more information Open the cap with the washe...

Page 337: ...tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to torque specifications in Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2 Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets Brake Pedal Travel See yo...

Page 338: ...d level Have the brake hydraulic system fixed since a leak means that sooner or later the brakes will not work well Do not top off the brake fluid Adding fluid does not correct a leak If fluid is adde...

Page 339: ...ake hydraulic system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in the brake hydraulic system can damage brake hydraulic system parts so badly that they will have to be...

Page 340: ...eck the all wheel drive lubricant levels A fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss If a leak occurs take the vehicle to the dealer as soon as possible Starter Switch Check WARNING When you are do...

Page 341: ...Transmission Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the ignition to LOCK OFF in each shift lever position The ignition should turn to LOCK OFF only when the shift lever is...

Page 342: ...er arm away from the windshield 2 Press the button in the middle of the wiper arm connector and pull the wiper blade away from the arm connector 3 Install the new wiper blade and make sure the wiper b...

Page 343: ...the headlamp aim may be affected Aim adjustment to the low beam headlamps may be necessary if oncoming drivers flash their high beam headlamps at you for vertical aim If the headlamps need to be re ai...

Page 344: ...emarker and Stoplamps A Taillamp B Sidemarker Lamp To replace one of these bulbs 1 Open the liftgate See Liftgate on page 2 10 2 Remove the black cuff from the lamp assembly by pulling rearward from t...

Page 345: ...plate lamp Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number License Plate Lamp 194LL Rear Sidemarker Lamp 194LL Rear Turn Signal and Taillamps 7443 W21 5W For replacement bulbs not listed here contact you...

Page 346: ...rating If there is a problem on the road and a fuse needs to be replaced the same amperage fuse can be borrowed Choose some feature of the vehicle that is not needed to use and replace it as soon as p...

Page 347: ...replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating Fuses of the same amperage can be temporarily borrowed from another fuse location if a fuse goes out Replace the fuse as soon as you...

Page 348: ...Clutch ABS MTR Antilock Braking System ABS Motor Fuses Usage AFS Adaptive Forward Lighting System AIRBAG Airbag System AUX POWER Auxiliary Power AUX VAC PUMP Auxiliary Vacuum Pump AWD All Wheel Drive...

Page 349: ...DD COILS Odd Injector Coils PCM IGN Powertrain Control Module Ignition PWR L GATE Power Liftgate PWR OUTLET Power Outlet REAR CAMERA Rear Camera RR APO Rear Accessory Power Outlet RR DEFOG Rear Defogg...

Page 350: ...s HID LO BEAM High Intensity Discharge HID Low Beam Headlamps HORN Horn IGN Ignition Main LT TRLR STOP TRN Trailer Left Stoplamp and Turn Signal Lamp PRK LAMP Park Lamp PWR TRN Powertrain RR DEFOG Rea...

Page 351: ...pped Rear Fog Lamps China Only DSPLY Display FRT WSW Front Windshield Washer HTD COOL SEAT Heated Cooling Seats Fuses Usage HVAC Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning INADV PWR LED Inadvertent Powe...

Page 352: ...Side Power Seat Relay PWR WNDW Power Windows Relay PWR COLUMN Power Steering Column Relay L GATE Liftgate Relay LCK Power Lock Relay REAR WSW Rear Window Washer Relay UNLCK Power Unlock Relay Relays U...

Page 353: ...nger as overloaded tires The resulting crash could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold Over in...

Page 354: ...epartment of Transportation The Department of Transportation DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards D Tire Identific...

Page 355: ...rer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture D Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limi...

Page 356: ...that indicates the tire height to width measurements For example if the tire size aspect ratio is 60 as shown in item C of the illustration it would mean that the tire s sidewall is 60 percent as hig...

Page 357: ...cords that hold the tire onto the rim Bias Ply Tire A pneumatic tire in which the plies are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Cold Tire Pressure The amount o...

Page 358: ...e at the maximum permissible inflation pressure for that tire Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight The sum of curb weight accessory weight vehicle capacity weight and production options weight Normal Occupan...

Page 359: ...read remains See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 10 55 UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a tire s traction temperatu...

Page 360: ...ehicle This label shows your vehicle s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they are cold The recommended cold tire inflation pressure shown on the label is...

Page 361: ...ntil you reach the recommended amount If you overfill the tire release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve Re check the tire pressure with the tire gauge Be sure to put th...

Page 362: ...to indicate when the system is not operating properly The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale When the system detects a malfunction the telltale will flash for a...

Page 363: ...ssure Using the DIC tire pressure levels can be viewed by the driver For additional information and details about the DIC operation and displays see Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 26 and Tire...

Page 364: ...oes not have a TPMS sensor The TPMS malfunction light and DIC message should go off once you re install the road tire containing the TPMS sensor The TPMS sensor matching process was started but not co...

Page 365: ...ition and five minutes overall to match all four tire wheel positions If it takes longer than two minutes to match the first tire and wheel or more than five minutes to match all four tire and wheel p...

Page 366: ...if the vehicle has one for signs of wear or damage at least once a month Always remove the tires if any of the following statements are true You can see the indicators at three or more places around t...

Page 367: ...Loading Information label See Tire Pressure on page 10 47 and Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 12 Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor System See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10 50 Make certain tha...

Page 368: ...e 10 53 and Tire Rotation on page 10 53 for additional information The rubber in tires ages over time This is also true for the spare tire if the vehicle has one even if it is not being used Multiple...

Page 369: ...ride and handling traction control and tire pressure monitoring performance GM s TPC Spec number is molded onto the tire s sidewall near the tire size If the tires have an all season tread design the...

Page 370: ...wheel could fail suddenly causing a crash Use only radial ply tires with the wheels on the vehicle If you must replace your vehicle s tires with those that do not have a TPC Spec number make sure they...

Page 371: ...ded for those wheels are selected You may increase the chance that you will crash and suffer serious injury Only use GM specific wheel and tire systems developed for your vehicle and have them properl...

Page 372: ...ire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100...

Page 373: ...e vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give the longest tire life and best overall performance Adjustments to wheel alignment and tire balancing will not be necessary on a reg...

Page 374: ...le is dangerous You cannot know how it has been used or how far it has been driven It could fail suddenly and cause a crash If you have to replace a wheel use a new GM original equipment wheel Tire Ch...

Page 375: ...umpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible WARNING Driving on a flat tire will cause permanent damage to the tire Re inflating a tire after it has been...

Page 376: ...in the vehicle Continued WARNING Continued To be certain the vehicle will not move put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the o...

Page 377: ...ant and compressor kit or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store the tire sealant and c...

Page 378: ...eck the tire sealant expiration date on the sealant canister The sealant canister should be replaced before its expiration date Replacement sealant canisters are available at your local dealer See Rem...

Page 379: ...its storage location See Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 10 72 2 Unwrap the sealant air hose F and the power plug H 3 Place the kit on the ground Make sure the tire valve stem is p...

Page 380: ...ssor off to get an accurate pressure reading The compressor may be turned on off until the correct pressure is reached Notice If the recommended pressure cannot be reached after approximately 25 minut...

Page 381: ...Tire Not Punctured If the tire pressure has fallen more than 68 kPa 10 psi below the recommended inflation pressure stop driving the vehicle The tire is too severely damaged and the tire sealant canno...

Page 382: ...by driving slowly to a level place Turn on the hazard warning flashers See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 6 4 See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10 62 for other important safety warnings 1 Remove the ti...

Page 383: ...ressor on The compressor will inflate the tire with air only 10 Inflate the tire to the recommended inflation pressure using the pressure gauge C The recommended inflation pressure can be found on the...

Page 384: ...uipment in the original storage location in the vehicle The tire sealant and compressor kit has an accessory adapter located in a compartment on the bottom of its housing that may be used to inflate a...

Page 385: ...lant and compressor kit strap 3 Remove the sealant and compressor kit from its tray To store the tire sealant and compressor kit reverse the steps Tire Changing Removing Tools The tools needed to remo...

Page 386: ...in front of the rear bumper See Compact Spare Tire on page 10 84 for more information about the compact spare A Rear Convenience Center B Lug Wrench C Storage Compartment Cap D Hoist Shaft E Compact S...

Page 387: ...not store a full size or a flat road tire under the vehicle See Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools later in this section To continue changing the flat tire see Removing the Flat Tire and Installin...

Page 388: ...loosen the plastic nut caps with the wheel wrench They will not come off Then using the flat end of the wheel wrench pry along the edge of the cover until it comes off Be careful the edges may be shar...

Page 389: ...3 inches 7 6 cm 6 Do not raise the vehicle yet Put the compact spare tire near you WARNING Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be bad...

Page 390: ...an emergency use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10 62 WARNING Never use...

Page 391: ...nce and to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2 for the wheel nut torque specification 14 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown Noti...

Page 392: ...e wheel and start to raise the compact spare tire Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel 4 When the compact spare tire is almost in the stored position turn the tire...

Page 393: ...m wheels 3 Put the flat tire in the rear storage area with the valve stem pointing toward the rear of the vehicle 4 Pull the cable A through the door striker E the center of the wheel D and the plasti...

Page 394: ...k is facing toward you 2 Turn the jack C on its side and place down on the holding bracket 3 Reinstall the wing bolt B by turning clockwise 4 To replace the cover line up the tab at the front of the c...

Page 395: ...ould damage the hoist assembly and you and others could get hurt Read and follow the instructions listed next To release the spare tire from the secondary latch WARNING Someone standing too close duri...

Page 396: ...eep lowering the jack until the spare tire slides off the jack 8 Disconnect the lug wrench from the jack and carefully remove the jack Use one hand to push against the spare tire while firmly pulling...

Page 397: ...d or replaced at your convenience Of course it is best to replace the spare with a full size tire as soon as possible The spare tire will last longer and be in good shape in case it is needed again No...

Page 398: ...it will not work and it could damage the vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system Notice If the other vehicle s system is not a 12 volt system wi...

Page 399: ...e a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the batteries have enough water You do not need to add water to the ACDelco battery or batteries installed in your new vehicle But if a battery has filler...

Page 400: ...the black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Do not let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end o...

Page 401: ...remove the jumper cables in the correct order making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other metal Jumper Cable Removal A Heavy Unpainted Metal Engine Part or Remote Negative Terminal B...

Page 402: ...icle behind another vehicle such as behind a motorhome The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as dinghy towing and dolly towing Dinghy towing is towing the vehicle with all...

Page 403: ...hicle To tow the vehicle from the front with all four wheels on the ground 1 Position the vehicle to be towed shift the transmission to P Park and turn the ignition to LOCK OFF 2 Secure the vehicle to...

Page 404: ...e front tires is a compact spare tire Towing with two different tire sizes on the front of the vehicle can cause severe damage to the transmission Dolly Towing All Wheel Drive Vehicles All wheel drive...

Page 405: ...the vehicle from the rear Appearance Care Exterior Care Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Follow in...

Page 406: ...d regularly to keep their luster Wash with water or use chrome polish on chrome or stainless steel trim if necessary Use special care with aluminum trim To avoid damaging protective trim never use aut...

Page 407: ...ck with the car wash manager before using the automatic car wash Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease wit...

Page 408: ...tion Notice Driving the vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes could damage the aluminum or chrome plated wheels The repairs would not be covered by the...

Page 409: ...east every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and debris can collect Dirt packed in close areas of the frame should be loosened before being flu...

Page 410: ...ush It can cause damage to the vehicle s interior surfaces Never apply heavy pressure or rub aggressively with a cleaning cloth Use of heavy pressure can damage the interior and does not improve the e...

Page 411: ...water can be used If a more thorough cleaning is necessary a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used Your dealer has a GM approved leather cleaner available that provides superior c...

Page 412: ...ize or is not properly installed it can interfere with the accelerator pedal and or brake pedal Interference with the pedals can cause unintended acceleration and or increased stopping distance which...

Page 413: ...ed and verify that it does not interfere with the accelerator or brake pedals Knob Retainer Floor mats with a knob retainer Removing and Replacing the Floor Mat 1 Turn the knob until it is aligned wit...

Page 414: ...le owner you are responsible for the scheduled maintenance in this section We recommend having your dealer perform these services Proper vehicle maintenance helps to keep the vehicle in good working c...

Page 415: ...and Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 11 8 We recommend the use of genuine parts from your dealer Rotation of New Tires To maintain ride handling and performance of the vehicle it is important tha...

Page 416: ...r blade replacement See Wiper Blade Replacement on page 10 29 Tire inflation pressures check See Tire Pressure on page 10 47 Tire wear inspection See Tire Inspection on page 10 53 Rotate tires if nece...

Page 417: ...ction if equipped See Sunroof on page 2 22 Once a Year See Starter Switch Check on page 10 27 See Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check on page 10 28 See Ignition Transmission Lock...

Page 418: ...r limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be r...

Page 419: ...and use only an engine oil that displays the dexos certification mark of the proper viscosity grade See Engine Oil on page 10 8 Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX...

Page 420: ...No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No U S 12346293 in Canada 992723 or lubricant meeting...

Page 421: ...pecification can be obtained from your dealer Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 15278634 A3083C Engine Oil Filter 89017525 PF63 Passenger Compartment Air Filter Element...

Page 422: ...ntenance Records After the scheduled services are performed record the date odometer reading who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided Retain all maintenance r...

Page 423: ...Black plate 10 1 Buick Enclave Owner Manual 2011 11 10 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed...

Page 424: ...Black plate 11 1 Buick Enclave Owner Manual 2011 Service and Maintenance 11 11 Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed...

Page 425: ...Black plate 12 1 Buick Enclave Owner Manual 2011 11 12 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed...

Page 426: ...hield from outside The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the en...

Page 427: ...air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount see the refrigerant label located under the hood See your dealer for more information Cooling System 10 8 L 11 4 qt Engine Oil with Filter 5 2 L 5 5 q...

Page 428: ...te 3 1 Buick Enclave Owner Manual 2011 Technical Data 12 3 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 3 6L V6 Engine D Automatic 1 10 mm 0 043 in Engine Drive Belt Routing 3 6L...

Page 429: ...Black plate 4 1 Buick Enclave Owner Manual 2011 12 4 Technical Data 2 NOTES...

Page 430: ...ernment 13 16 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 13 16 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 13 16 Event Data Recorders 13 17 OnStar 13 18 Navigation System 13...

Page 431: ...ehicle However if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two you can file with the Better Business Bureau BBB Auto Line Program to enforce your righ...

Page 432: ...ers advantages over courts in most jurisdictions because it is informal quick and free of charge For further information concerning eligibility in the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP ca...

Page 433: ...at General Motors for support if needed Step Three If your case is not resolved in a reasonable amount of time by your dealer please call the General Motors Customer Assistance Center CAC and provide...

Page 434: ...nd U S Virgin Islands General Motors de Mexico S de R L de C V Customer Assistance Center Av Ejercito Nacional 843 Col Granada C P 11520 Mexico D F 01 800 466 0818 Long Distance 011 52 53 29 0818 Cust...

Page 435: ...GM Cardmember Services Earnings summaries Other Helpful Links Buick www buick com Buick Merchandise www buickmerchandise com Help Center www buick com pages mds helpcenter faq do FAQ Frequently Asked...

Page 436: ...89 2438 For Canadian purchased vehicles call 1 800 268 6800 Service is available 24 hours a day 365 days a year Calling for Assistance When calling Roadside Assistance have the following information r...

Page 437: ...in a crash and cannot be driven Assistance is also given when the vehicle is stuck in sand mud or snow Flat Tire Change Service to change a flat tire with the spare tire The spare tire if equipped mu...

Page 438: ...t Alternative Service If assistance cannot be provided right away the Roadside Assistance advisor may give permission to get local emergency road service You will receive payment up to 100 after sendi...

Page 439: ...rogram for vehicles with the Bumper to Bumper Base Warranty Coverage period in Canada extended powertrain and or hybrid specific warranties in both the U S and Canada Several Courtesy Transportation o...

Page 440: ...ept for an overnight warranty repair Rental reimbursement will be limited and must be supported by original receipts This requires that you sign and complete a rental agreement and meet state provinci...

Page 441: ...acceptable choice to maintain your vehicle s originally designed appearance and safety performance however the history of these parts is not known Such parts are not covered by your GM New Vehicle Lim...

Page 442: ...until all matters have been taken care of Move the vehicle only if its position puts you in danger or you are instructed to move it by a police officer Give only the necessary information to police a...

Page 443: ...y s collision policy repair limits as you have no contractual limits with that company In such cases you can have control of the repair and parts choices as long as the cost stays within reasonable li...

Page 444: ...Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform th...

Page 445: ...ench or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre Mail Code CA1 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy Your GM vehicle has...

Page 446: ...trivial crash situation occurs no data is recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data e g name gender age and crash location is recorded However other parties such as law...

Page 447: ...is used in some vehicles for functions such as tire pressure monitoring and ignition system security as well as in connection with conveniences such as key fobs for remote door locking unlocking and...

Page 448: ...Adding Equipment to the Vehicle 3 46 Passenger Status Indicator 5 18 Readiness Light 5 17 Servicing Airbag Equipped Vehicles 3 45 System Check 3 32 Alarm System Anti Theft 2 13 All Wheel Drive 9 28 10...

Page 449: ...nal Sidemarker and Stoplamps 10 31 Buying New Tires 10 56 C Calibration 5 6 California Fuel Requirements 9 43 Perchlorate Materials Requirements 10 3 Warning 10 3 Camera Rear Vision 9 36 Canadian Vehi...

Page 450: ...9 32 Light 5 26 Messages 5 32 Cupholders 4 1 Customer Assistance 13 6 Text Telephone TTY Users 13 6 Customer Assistance Offices 13 4 13 5 Customer Information Service Publications Ordering Information...

Page 451: ...0 15 Coolant Temperature Gauge 5 15 Coolant Temperature Warning Light 5 24 Cooling System 10 14 Cooling System Messages 5 33 Cover 10 7 Drive Belt Routing 12 3 Exhaust 9 23 Overheated Protection Opera...

Page 452: ...soline Specifications 9 42 Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature 5 15 Fuel 5 14 Odometer 5 14 Speedometer 5 14 Tachometer 5 14 Voltmeter 5 15 Warning Lights and Indicators 5 12 General Information Service...

Page 453: ...sages 5 35 Lamps Courtesy 6 6 Dome 6 6 Exterior Controls 6 1 License Plate 10 32 Malfunction Indicator 5 19 Reading 6 6 Lap Shoulder Belt 3 24 LATCH System Replacing Parts After a Crash 3 63 Latch Low...

Page 454: ...6 Anti Theft Alarm System 5 37 Battery Voltage and Charging 5 31 Brake System 5 32 Door Ajar 5 32 Engine Cooling System 5 33 Engine Oil 5 34 Engine Power 5 34 Fuel System 5 34 Key and Lock 5 35 Lamp 5...

Page 455: ...Parking Assist Ultrasonic 9 34 Brake 9 29 Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 10 28 Over Things That Burn 9 23 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 5 18 Passenger Sensing System 3 40 Perchlorate Materials...

Page 456: ...ance 11 8 Replacing Airbag System 3 47 Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash 3 63 Replacing Safety Belt System Parts After a Crash 3 31 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government 13 16 General...

Page 457: ...ts 13 10 Vehicle Messages 5 37 Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 3 45 Shift Lock Control Function Check Automatic Transmission 10 28 Shifting Into Park 9 21 Out of Park 9 22 Sidemarker and Stoplam...

Page 458: ...stem 10 82 Sidewall Labeling 10 41 Terminology and Definitions 10 44 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 10 58 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 10 60 Wheel Replacement 10 60 When It Is Time for New Tires 10...

Page 459: ...ilation Air 8 9 Visors 2 21 Voltage Devices and Wiring 10 32 Voltmeter Gauge 5 15 W Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 5 12 Warnings iv Cautions and Danger iv Hazard Flashers 6 4 Washer Fluid 10 23...

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