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Summary of Contents for Enclave 2023

Page 1: ...Buick Rewards myBuick Mobile App How To Videos Vehicle Diagnostics Scheduled Maintenance Vehicle Features Many Additional Resources United States Customer Assistance 1 800 521 7300 Roadside Assistance...

Page 2: ...rols 84 Lighting 121 Infotainment System 128 Climate Controls 177 Driving and Operating 183 Vehicle Care 249 Service and Maintenance 322 Technical Data 331 Customer Information 335 Reporting Safety De...

Page 3: ...n the vehicle for quick reference Canadian Vehicle Owners A French language manual can be obtained from your dealer at www helminc com or from Propri taires Canadiens On peut obtenir un exemplaire de...

Page 4: ...is more information on another page see page Vehicle Symbol Chart Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean See the features in this manual for information...

Page 5: ...calizing U S Canada Mexico 16263917 2023 CRC 2 24 22 4 Introduction I Side Blind Zone Alert h Stop Start 7 Tire Pressure Monitor d Traction Control StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control ESC a Under...

Page 6: ...Buick Encore GX Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 16263917 2023 CRC 2 24 22 Introduction 5 Instrument Panel Overview...

Page 7: ...ted Front Seats 0 41 If Equipped 9 Power Outlets 0 88 10 Wireless Charging 0 90 If Equipped 11 Auto Stop Disable Switch See Stop Start System 0 196 All Wheel Drive Button If Equipped Lane Keep Assist...

Page 8: ...Power Mirrors 27 Folding Mirrors 27 Heated Mirrors 27 Reverse Tilt Mirrors 28 Interior Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors 28 Manual Rearview Mirror 28 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 28 Rear Camera M...

Page 9: ...Check the distance The remote key may be too far from the vehicle Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal Check the remote key s battery See Battery Replacement later i...

Page 10: ...econds to start the engine from outside the vehicle using the remote key See Remote Vehicle Start 0 14 7 Press and release one time to initiate vehicle locator The exterior lamps flash and the horn ch...

Page 11: ...y three seconds The turn signal lamps will flash four times quickly to indicate access is disabled Using any exterior handle to unlock the doors or open the liftgate will cause the turn signal lamps t...

Page 12: ...ess a vehicle with a weak remote key battery see Door Locks 0 16 Programming Remote Keys to the Vehicle Only remote keys programmed to the vehicle will work If a remote key is lost or stolen a replace...

Page 13: ...press ENGINE START STOP The DIC display will again show REMOTE LEARN PENDING PLEASE WAIT 3 Repeat Step 2 two additional times After the third time all previously known remote keys will no longer work...

Page 14: ...has been exposed to extreme heat These surfaces can be hot to the touch at temperatures above 59 C 138 F Caution When replacing the battery do not touch any of the circuitry on the remote key Static...

Page 15: ...gaps or wrinkles 7 Set remote key button side down on a hard surface and press the other half straight down to force the halves together 8 Insert the key back into the remote key Remote Vehicle Start...

Page 16: ...Engine Run Time To extend the engine run time by 15 minutes repeat Steps 1 and 2 while the engine is still running An extension can be requested 30 seconds after starting The engine run time can only...

Page 17: ...ders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop the vehicle Locking the doors can help prevent this from happening To lock unlock the doors from the outside Press Q or K on t...

Page 18: ...oor lock feature prevents the lock from being forced open To reset the lock turn it to the vertical position with the correct key fully inserted Remove the key and insert it again If this does not res...

Page 19: ...the power door lock switch is pressed with the driver door open all the doors will lock and only the driver door will unlock If the vehicle is off and locking is requested while a door is open when al...

Page 20: ...ntinued through the seal between the body and the trunk hatch or liftgate Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death If the...

Page 21: ...o the power liftgate components If equipped the power liftgate switch is on the driver door The vehicle must be in P Park The modes are MAX Opens to maximum height 3 4 Opens to a reduced height that c...

Page 22: ...ly after power opening may resemble a support strut failure This could also activate the falling liftgate detection feature Allow the liftgate to complete its operation and wait a few seconds before m...

Page 23: ...ent home page Select Vehicle to display the list of available options and select Comfort and Convenience Choose from the following On Open and Close The kicking motion is activated to both open and cl...

Page 24: ...r will be reset The projected logo will not work under these conditions The vehicle battery is low The transmission is not in P Park Hands Free Liftgate Control is set to Off in vehicle settings To vi...

Page 25: ...until remote key button press or a door is opened and closed remote key brought in and out of projected logo detection zone five times or more within five minutes Operative Off for one hour or until...

Page 26: ...emote key Use the Keyless Access system With a door open press the inside Q 3 After 30 seconds the alarm system will arm and the indicator light will begin to slowly flash indicating the alarm system...

Page 27: ...ecurity light in the instrument cluster comes on if there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft deterrent system The system has one or more remote keys matched to an immobilizer control unit...

Page 28: ...ne of the four arrows on the control pad to move the mirror in the desired direction 3 Adjust each outside mirror so that a little of the vehicle and the area behind it can be seen 4 Press or again to...

Page 29: ...nvenience Interior Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind the vehicle Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror Use a soft towel dampe...

Page 30: ...nd Windows 29 Press to scroll through the adjustment options Press t and u to adjust the settings using the indicators on the mirror The indicators will remain visible for five seconds after the last...

Page 31: ...uts off Also push the tab as indicated to return to the automatic dimming mode The Rear Camera Mirror may not work properly or display a clear image if There is glare from the sun or headlamps This ma...

Page 32: ...ut switch to prevent operation of the windows See Keys 0 7 The power windows work when the ignition is on in accessory mode or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active See Retained Accessory Power...

Page 33: ...n override the automatic reversal system by pulling and holding the window switch if conditions prevent it from closing Programming the Power Windows Programming may be necessary if the vehicle batter...

Page 34: ...the first position and hold r 2 until the sunshade reaches the desired position Press s 2 to close the sunshade When the sunroof is opened an air deflector will automatically raise The air deflector...

Page 35: ...Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 56 Passenger Sensing System 57 Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 60 Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 61 Airbag System Check 61 Replacing Airba...

Page 36: ...cked in place The front seat outboard head restraints are not removable Rear Seats The vehicle s rear seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions The height of the head res...

Page 37: ...r outboard head restraints are not removable Front Seats Seat Adjustment Seat Position Warning You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a driver seat while the vehicle is moving Adjust...

Page 38: ...top or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked Manual Reclining Seatbacks To recline the seatback 1 Lift the lever If...

Page 39: ...use serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear the seat belt properly Do not have a seatback reclin...

Page 40: ...rly save positions to the 1 or 2 memory button matching the driver number of this welcome message To aid in identifying transmitter IDs it is recommended to only carry one remote key when entering the...

Page 41: ...uto Seat Entry Memory Recall Seat Entry Memory will automatically begin movement to the seating positions of the 1 or 2 button corresponding to the driver s remote key number 1 or 2 detected by the ve...

Page 42: ...the obstruction and try the recall again If the memory position still does not recall see your dealer Heated Front Seats Warning If temperature change or pain to the skin cannot be felt the seat heat...

Page 43: ...ch as skis be sure any such cargo is not near an airbag In a Continued Warning Continued crash an inflating airbag might force that object toward a person This could cause severe injury or even death...

Page 44: ...rear door is opened and closed indicating that there may be something in the rear seat The feature is active only once each time the vehicle is turned on and off and will require reactivation by openi...

Page 45: ...e not twisted To raise a seatback 1 Lift the seatback up and push it rearward to lock it in place A red indicator near the seatback lever retracts when the seatback is locked in place The center rear...

Page 46: ...stops suddenly you keep going until something stops you It could be the windshield the instrument panel or the seat belts When you wear a seat belt you and the vehicle slow down together There is mor...

Page 47: ...n the floor in front of you if possible Wear the lap part of the belt low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones and you would be less l...

Page 48: ...pieces Warning You can be seriously injured or killed if the shoulder belt is worn behind your back under your legs or wrapped around your neck The shoulder belt can tighten but cannot be loosened if...

Page 49: ...back all the way and start again If the locking feature stays engaged after letting the belt go back to stowed position on the seat move the seat rearward or recline the seat until the shoulder belt r...

Page 50: ...r may lock and cannot be pulled out If this happens pull the seat belt straight out firmly to unlock the webbing and then release it If the webbing is still locked in the retractor see your dealer Bef...

Page 51: ...ot sit on the outboard seat belt while entering or exiting the vehicle or at any time while sitting in the seat Sitting on the seat belt can damage the webbing and hardware Rear Seat Belt Comfort Guid...

Page 52: ...t be corrected ask your dealer to fix it Make sure the seat belt reminder light is working See Seat Belt Reminders 0 98 Keep seat belts clean and dry See Seat Belt Care 0 51 Seat Belt Care Keep belts...

Page 53: ...e instrument panel for the front outboard passenger For knee airbags the word AIRBAG is on the lower part of the instrument panel For seat mounted side impact airbags the word AIRBAG is on the side of...

Page 54: ...indows in seating positions with 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...

Page 55: ...en death The path of an inflating airbag Continued Warning Continued must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hu...

Page 56: ...s may also inflate in some moderate to severe frontal impacts Seat mounted side impact airbags are not designed to inflate in rollovers or rear impacts A seat mounted side impact airbag is designed to...

Page 57: ...steer the vehicle nor does it prevent people from leaving the vehicle Warning When an airbag inflates there may be dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of...

Page 58: ...e front outboard passenger position The passenger airbag status indicator will light on the overhead console when the vehicle is started United States Canada The words ON and OFF or the symbols for on...

Page 59: ...rbag system or the passenger sensing system When the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag the OFF indicator will light and stay lit as a...

Page 60: ...happens adjust the head restraint See Head Restraints 0 34 6 Restart the vehicle The passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the airbags for a child in a child restraint depending upon the ch...

Page 61: ...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 0 61 for more information about modifica...

Page 62: ...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 fabric could...

Page 63: ...ions for that booster Use a booster seat with a lap shoulder belt until the child passes the fit test below Sit all the way back on the seat Do the knees bend at the seat edge If yes continue If no re...

Page 64: ...their back A child can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap shoulder belt properly In a crash the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt The child could move too far forward increa...

Page 65: ...out of the vehicle Warning Never hold an infant or a child while riding in a vehicle Due to crash forces an infant or a child will become so heavy it Continued Warning Continued is not possible to hol...

Page 66: ...lar child restraint In addition there are many kinds of child restraints available for children with special needs Warning To reduce the risk of neck and head injury in a crash infants and toddlers sh...

Page 67: ...e seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle seat belt or LATCH system fo...

Page 68: ...ure the child properly following the instructions that came with that child restraint Where to Put the Restraint According to accident statistics children and infants are safer when properly restraine...

Page 69: ...ild restraint during driving or in a crash LATCH attachments on the child restraint are used to attach the child restraint to the anchors in the vehicle This system is designed to make installation of...

Page 70: ...X Forward Facing Child Restraint Greater than 29 5 kg 65 lb X See Securing Child Restraints With the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat 0 74 or Securing Child Restraints With the Seat Belt in the Front Seat...

Page 71: ...cle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in the event of a crash The child restraint may have a single tether 3 or a dual tether 4 Either will...

Page 72: ...chor on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local l...

Page 73: ...n Do not let the LATCH attachments rub against the vehicle s seat belts This may damage these parts If necessary move buckled seat belts to avoid rubbing the LATCH attachments Do not fold the rear sea...

Page 74: ...r fitment If you are using a dual tether route the tether around the headrest or head restraint posts If the child restraint is installed next to a center seat make sure the top tether does not interf...

Page 75: ...t secure a child seat in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that t...

Page 76: ...low the child restraint manufacturer s instructions regarding the use of the top tether See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 68 7 Before placing a child in the child restraint mak...

Page 77: ...0 57 for additional information If the child restraint uses a top tether see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 68 for top tether anchor locations Do not secure a child seat in a po...

Page 78: ...the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor 6 To tighten the belt push down on the child restraint pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and fe...

Page 79: ...the seat belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth When the child restraint is properly installed there should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement If the airbags are off th...

Page 80: ...nt System 81 Convenience Net 82 Roof Rack System Roof Rack System 82 Storage Compartments Warning Do not store heavy or sharp objects in storage compartments In a crash these objects may cause the cov...

Page 81: ...h the latch and lift the armrest to open There may be a small storage bin inside Remove the small bin to access more storage There may also be a storage area in the center console for passengers in th...

Page 82: ...red Use the cargo cover to cover items in the rear of the vehicle Installing the Cargo Cover 1 Slide the cargo cover into the two front corner brackets and push down until it snaps in place 2 Attach t...

Page 83: ...tress the wind can catch it while the vehicle is being driven The item Continued Warning Continued being carried could be violently torn off and this could cause a collision and damage the vehicle Nev...

Page 84: ...the vehicle s center of gravity higher Avoid high speeds sudden starts sharp turns sudden braking or abrupt maneuvers otherwise it may result in loss of control If driving for a long distance on roug...

Page 85: ...ng Light 102 Electric Parking Brake Light 102 Service Electric Parking Brake Light 103 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light 103 All Wheel Drive Light 103 Lane Keep Assist LKA Light 103 Vehicle Ahea...

Page 86: ...g If equipped with remote start the heated steering wheel will turn on automatically during a remote start along with the heated seats when it is cold outside The heated steering wheel indicator light...

Page 87: ...Parking If the ignition is turned off while the wipers are on LO HI or INT they will immediately stop If the windshield wiper lever is then moved to OFF before the driver door is opened or within 10...

Page 88: ...ong the windshield washer had been activated See Washer Fluid 0 265 for information on filling the windshield washer fluid reservoir Rear Window Wiper Washer The ignition must be on or in ACC ACCESSOR...

Page 89: ...lever forward to spray washer fluid on the rear camera lens The lever returns to its starting position when released See Rear Camera Mirror 0 28 Compass The vehicle may have a compass display on the...

Page 90: ...with the equipment See Add On Electrical Equipment 0 248 Caution Hanging heavy equipment from the power outlet can cause damage not covered by the vehicle warranty The power outlets are designed for...

Page 91: ...operation of an implanted pacemaker or other medical devices If you have one it is recommended to consult with your doctor before using the wireless charging system The vehicle must be on in ACC ACCE...

Page 92: ...ojection the smartphone may overheat during wireless charging The smartphone may slow down stop charging or shut down to protect the battery The phone may need to be removed from its case to prevent o...

Page 93: ...BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT INDIRECT INCIDENTAL SPECIAL EXEMPLARY OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES LOSS OF USE DATA OR PROFITS OR BUSINES...

Page 94: ...24 22 Instruments and Controls 93 Instrument Cluster English Base Level Shown Metric Similar 1 Tachometer 0 96 2 Speedometer 0 96 3 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge 0 97 4 Driver Information Center DI...

Page 95: ...ation Center DIC Uplevel 0 110 5 Fuel Gauge 0 96 Cluster Menu There is an interactive display area in the center of the instrument cluster Selecting menu and functions Type 1 Use the controls to open...

Page 96: ...st of available features within the applications Not all applications or features will be available on all vehicles Base Level Cluster The list of available applications TRIP VEHICLE ECO Not all appli...

Page 97: ...r kilometers per hour km h or miles per hour mph Odometer The odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven in either kilometers or miles Trip Odometer The trip odometer shows how far the vehicle...

Page 98: ...re still is a little fuel left but the vehicle should be refueled soon The fuel gauge may Take a little more or less fuel to fill up than it indicates For example the gauge may have indicated the tank...

Page 99: ...e See Engine Overheating 0 264 Seat Belt Reminders Driver Seat Belt Reminder Light There is a driver seat belt reminder light on the instrument cluster When the vehicle is started this light flashes a...

Page 100: ...s the airbag sensor s the passenger sensing system the pretensioners the airbag modules the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module For more information on the airbag system see Airbag Syst...

Page 101: ...ehicle serviced right away See Airbag Readiness Light 0 99 for more information including important safety information Charging System Light The charging system light comes on briefly when the ignitio...

Page 102: ...e restarting the engine If the light is still flashing follow the previous guidelines and see your dealer for service as soon as possible If the light is on steady A malfunction has been detected Diag...

Page 103: ...system inspected right away This light may come on if the brake fluid is low See Brake Fluid 0 267 If the light comes on while driving pull off the road and stop carefully The brake system has electr...

Page 104: ...the light is working If it does not come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem If the ABS warning light stays on or comes on again while driving the vehicle needs...

Page 105: ...uipped this indicator will display green when a vehicle is detected ahead and amber when you are following a vehicle ahead much too closely See Forward Collision Alert FCA System 0 227 Pedestrian Ahea...

Page 106: ...light is on and not flashing the TCS and potentially the StabiliTrak ESC system are not fully operational and may not assist in maintaining control Adjust driving accordingly If the condition persist...

Page 107: ...hen the engine is off and the vehicle is on the light should remain illuminated If it does not come on under either condition contact your dealer If the light comes on and stays on when the engine is...

Page 108: ...g lamps are turned on The light goes out when the fog lamps are turned off See Fog Lamps 0 124 Lamps On Reminder This light comes on when the exterior lamps are in use except when only the Daytime Run...

Page 109: ...dstill and some functions are only active when the vehicle is driving Type 1 The DIC has different displays which can be accessed by using the DIC buttons on the turn signal lever DIC Buttons 1 l Pres...

Page 110: ...p down to scroll through the menu items Not all items are available on every vehicle The following is a list of all possible menu items Remaining Oil Life Shows an estimate of the oil s remaining usef...

Page 111: ...eous fuel economy as a number and bar graph Displayed above the bar graph is a running average of fuel economy for the most recently traveled selected distance Displayed below the bar graph is the bes...

Page 112: ...r particular vehicle Some items may not be turned on by default but can be turned on through the Options app See DIC Info Page Options earlier in this section Speed Shows the vehicle speed in either k...

Page 113: ...air filter life remains Messages will display based on the engine air filter life and the state of the system When the REPLACE AT NEXT OIL CHANGE message displays the engine air filter should be repl...

Page 114: ...ce from the objects during activation may influence the operation or could damage the display Do not put any drinks near the HUD If liquid flows into the display the unit could be damaged Use caution...

Page 115: ...Adjust the driver seat 2 Start the engine 3 Use the following settings to adjust the HUD Press or lift to center the HUD image The HUD image can only be adjusted up and down not side to side O Press u...

Page 116: ...etric English Audio Phone View This displays digital speed indicators from speed view along with audio phone information The current radio station media type and incoming calls will be displayed All H...

Page 117: ...eflected LED Alert Display RLAD When the screen is closed the HUD with the integrated RLAD can display red spots reflected in the windshield for the Forward Collision Alert and Front Pedestrian Alert...

Page 118: ...your dealer for service as soon as possible Under certain operating conditions propulsion will be disabled Try restarting after the ignition has been off for 30 seconds Vehicle Speed Messages SPEED LI...

Page 119: ...ersal Remote system buttons with the indicator light in view The hand held transmitter was supplied by the manufacturer of the garage door opener receiver 2 Press and release one of the three Universa...

Page 120: ...the Universal Remote system to pick up the signal during programming If the programming did not work replace Step 2 under Programming the Universal Remote System with the following Press and hold the...

Page 121: ...calizing U S Canada Mexico 16263917 2023 CRC 2 24 22 120 Instruments and Controls 2 The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds Without releasing the button proceed with Step 1 under Prog...

Page 122: ...p control is on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column There are four positions O Turns the exterior lamps off and deactivates the AUTO mode Turn O again to reactivate the AUTO mode I...

Page 123: ...ignal lever If this happens press b on the turn signal lever when the exterior lamp control is in the AUTO or 5 position to reactivate the IntelliBeam system The instrument cluster light will come on...

Page 124: ...the ignition is off For vehicles sold in Canada this control only works when the vehicle is parked The regular headlamp system should be turned on when needed Automatic Headlamp System When the exter...

Page 125: ...oved momentarily to the lane change position the arrow will flash three times It will flash six times if Tow Haul Mode is active The lever returns to its starting position when it is released If after...

Page 126: ...on when any door is opened K on the remote key is pressed or when the vehicle is turned off See Dome Lamps 0 125 Dome Lamps The front dome lamp controls are in the overhead console E Press to turn the...

Page 127: ...the DOOR position Some exterior lamps also turn on when pressing K on the remote key or opening any doors Low beam lamps will only turn on briefly at night or in areas with limited lighting All lamps...

Page 128: ...fans trailer loads and loads plugged into accessory power outlets EPM works to prevent excessive discharge of the battery It does this by balancing the generator s output and the vehicle s electrical...

Page 129: ...Voice Recognition Voice Recognition 151 Phone Bluetooth Overview 156 Bluetooth Pairing and Using a Phone 157 Apple CarPlay and Android Auto 161 Settings Settings 162 Teen Driver 165 Trademarks and Li...

Page 130: ...speakers amplifier if equipped induction system and exhaust system to work properly Deactivation is required by your dealer if related aftermarket equipment is installed Overview Infotainment System...

Page 131: ...BACK Press to return to the previous screen in a menu Steering Wheel Controls Type 1 g For vehicles with Bluetooth or OnStar press to interact with those systems c Press to silence the vehicle speaker...

Page 132: ...on to display the active audio source page Examples of available sources are AM FM SXM if equipped USB AUX and Bluetooth Phone Phone icon to display the Phone main page See Bluetooth Overview 0 156 or...

Page 133: ...r radio use the following finger gestures to control the infotainment system Touch Tap Touch Tap is used to select an icon or option activate an application or change the location inside a map Touch a...

Page 134: ...touch the Audio icon to display the active audio source page Choose from the three most recently used sources listed at the left side of the display or touch the More icon to display a list of availa...

Page 135: ...ch S on the infotainment display or touch z to exit out of Direct Tune The tune arrows on the right side of the Direct Tune display 7 or 6 will tune through the complete station or channel list one st...

Page 136: ...or next HD Radio station There may be a delay before the station starts playing The HD Radio station number is indicated next to the HD logo HD Radio stations can be saved as favorites For a list of...

Page 137: ...plug electronic devices from the accessory power outlets if there is interference or static in the radio FM FM signals only reach about 16 to 65 km 10 to 40 mi Although the radio has a built in electr...

Page 138: ...ed end comes in contact with liquids or another power source such as the accessory power outlet Playing from a USB A USB mass storage device can be connected to the USB port Audio extensions supported...

Page 139: ...and then touch a song from the list Songs 1 Touch to display a list of all songs on the USB 2 To begin playback touch a song from the list Albums 1 Touch to view the albums on the USB 2 Touch the alb...

Page 140: ...avorite to recall a favorite genre The first song of the genre begins to play Podcasts Touch H next to any podcast to store the podcast as a favorite Touch a saved favorite to recall a favorite podcas...

Page 141: ...the vehicle display to begin playback Browse functionality will be provided where supported by the Bluetooth device This media content will not be part of the MyMedia source mode Some smartphones sup...

Page 142: ...then Destination Card Preferences Show My Places on Map should be on by default Select and enter Home and or Work address and save If the vehicle s system is not signed into a customized profile the...

Page 143: ...eferences Touch to access the Route Preferences The choices are Preferred Route Choose from two different route options Fastest or Eco Friendly Fastest would be the route with the shortest drive time...

Page 144: ...ation requires a map database to run It is stored on an SD card that is connected to the infotainment system If the map database is not available a missing SD card error message will be displayed SD C...

Page 145: ...on is taken If equipped smart Points of Interest POIs are places of interest for parking and gas stations The progress bar provides an overview of the route progress and may show traffic and incidents...

Page 146: ...Modify destination order by touching and holding the arrow until it is highlighted Drag to move the waypoint up or down the list Delete a waypoint by touching Y A pop up will appear to confirm waypoin...

Page 147: ...3D map with the vehicle pointing up In this mode the current location icon will always head up and the map will rotate around it 2D Heading Up 2D map with the vehicle pointing up In this mode the curr...

Page 148: ...ching Y next to the segment A pop up appears to confirm segment removal When the route segment has been removed all segments are replaced by an activity indicator while the new route is recalculated W...

Page 149: ...POIs that have been saved through the favorite icon on the details view Accessing Favorites In the Nav application view the Favorites list by touching H in the search bar along the top of the Nav map...

Page 150: ...ssue selection page Touch one of the predefined issues on the selection page then touch Send The system will send the information for analysis Search Touch Search on the infotainment display to open t...

Page 151: ...tem has changed The vehicle is driving on slippery road surfaces such as sand gravel or snow The vehicle is traveling on winding roads or long straight roads The vehicle is approaching a tall building...

Page 152: ...ge For more information on this feature visit your brand website See Online Account 0 337 for details If the vehicle is equipped with Connected Navigation which is a subscription service that enables...

Page 153: ...s can be turned on or off in the Tutorial Mode under Settings 0 162 There are three voice prompt modes supported Informative verbal prompts This type of prompt will provide more information regarding...

Page 154: ...irst command is to tell the system where the navigation will take place such as an Address Intersection POI or Contact If Address or Intersection is selected the second command is to say Change Countr...

Page 155: ...adio station whose frequency is identified in the command like one oh one point one Tune to AM frequency AM HD Tune to the HD Radio station if equipped whose frequency is identified in the command Tun...

Page 156: ...podcast episodes and videos Album type folders including types such as albums and audiobooks There are no restrictions if the number of files and albums is fewer than 12 000 When the number of files c...

Page 157: ...at home at work on mobile device or on another phone Call cell phone number Initiate a call to a cell phone number of seven digits 10 digits or three digit emergency numbers Pair Phone Begin the Bluet...

Page 158: ...nnected Bluetooth mobile device i Press to end a call decline a call or cancel an operation Press to mute or unmute the infotainment system when not on a call Infotainment System Controls For informat...

Page 159: ...otainment display and touch Pair The code on the cell phone and infotainment display will need to be acknowledged for a successful pair 7 Start the pairing process on the cell phone to be paired to th...

Page 160: ...on next to the connected cell phone or mobile device to show the cell phone s or mobile device s information display 4 Touch Disconnect Deleting a Paired Phone 1 Touch the Phone icon on the Home Page...

Page 161: ...t names using the digits on the keypad to search Results will show on the right side of the display Touch one to place a call Accepting or Declining a Call When an incoming call is received the infota...

Page 162: ...ced after significant wear to maintain connection quality Aftermarket or third party cables may not work 3 When the phone is first connected to activate Apple CarPlay or Android Auto accept the terms...

Page 163: ...to see if your phone is compatible see https support google com androidauto For Apple CarPlay support and to see if your phone is compatible see www apple com ios carplay Apple or Google may change or...

Page 164: ...ows adjustment of the infotainment display Sounds Allows adjustment of the infotainment system sounds Voice Allows adjustment of the infotainment voice recognition features Favorites Allows adjustment...

Page 165: ...ectly with a mobile device on the infotainment display See Apple CarPlay and Android Auto 0 161 Apple CarPlay This feature allows you to interact directly with your mobile device on the infotainment d...

Page 166: ...il to complete the verification process Profile Picture Choose or change your profile picture Profile Identifiers Have the vehicle recognize the identifier you choose If the remote key is lost or stol...

Page 167: ...this remote key is used to operate the vehicle In vehicles with a pushbutton start system if a Teen Driver and a non Teen Driver key are both present at start up the vehicle will recognize the non Tee...

Page 168: ...paired to the vehicle will also be muted An object placed on the front passenger seat such as a briefcase handbag grocery bag laptop or other electronic device could cause the passenger sensing system...

Page 169: ...for following a vehicle ahead too closely Report Card Data Cumulative Data is saved for all trips until the Report Card is reset or until the maximum count is exceeded If the maximum count is exceeded...

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Page 178: ...Control Systems Climate Control Systems 177 Dual Automatic Climate Control System 179 Air Vents Air Vents 182 Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter 182 Service 182 Climate Control Systems The...

Page 179: ...fore defrosting A C Press to turn the air conditioning system on or off If the climate control system is turned off or the outside temperature falls below freezing the air conditioner will not run Pre...

Page 180: ...Recirculation 8 Driver and Passenger Heated Seats If Equipped 9 Air Delivery Mode Controls 10 ON OFF Power 11 A C Air Conditioning Automatic Operation The system automatically controls the fan speed a...

Page 181: ...pears in the display screen Pressing any of the three buttons cancels automatic air delivery control and the direction of the airflow is controlled manually Press AUTO to return to automatic operation...

Page 182: ...eated outside mirrors they turn on when the rear window defogger button is on and help to clear fog or frost from the surface of the mirror See Heated Mirrors 0 27 Caution Do not try to clear frost or...

Page 183: ...with a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution Damage caused by air fresheners would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter The filter reduces dust...

Page 184: ...le Parked 202 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission 202 Manual Mode 204 Drive Systems All Wheel Drive 205 Brakes Electric Brake Boost 205 Antilock Brake System ABS 205 Electric Parking Brake 2...

Page 185: ...ssibility of a crash Driving Environment Be prepared for driving in inclement weather at night or during other times where visibility or traction may be limited such as on curves slippery roads or hil...

Page 186: ...oad Do not read take notes or look up information on phones or other electronic devices Designate a front seat passenger to handle potential distractions Become familiar with vehicle features before d...

Page 187: ...00 km h 60 mph travels 20 m 66 ft which could be a lot of distance in an emergency Helpful braking tips to keep in mind include Keep enough distance between you and the vehicle in front of you Avoid n...

Page 188: ...is nothing in the way steer the vehicle so that it straddles the edge of the pavement 2 Turn the steering wheel about one eighth of a turn until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge 3 Turn...

Page 189: ...riving through flowing water could cause the vehicle to be carried away If this happens you and other vehicle occupants could drown Do not ignore police warnings and be very cautious about trying to d...

Page 190: ...t 0 C 32 F when freezing rain begins to fall Avoid driving on wet ice or in freezing rain until roads can be treated For Slippery Road Driving Accelerate gently Accelerating too quickly causes the whe...

Page 191: ...dlamps Do this as little as possible to save fuel If the Vehicle Is Stuck Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to free the vehicle when stuck in sand mud ice or snow If stuck too severely for the tra...

Page 192: ...abel shows the number of occupant seating positions 1 and the maximum vehicle capacity weight 2 in kilograms and pounds The Tire and Loading Information label also shows the size of the original equip...

Page 193: ...g safety rules and trailering tips Example 1 1 Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 453 kg 1 000 lbs 2 Subtract Occupant Weight 68 kg 150 lbs 2 136 kg 300 lbs 3 Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 31...

Page 194: ...y the vehicle warranty Do not overload the vehicle Warning Things inside the vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash Put things in the cargo area of the vehicle In...

Page 195: ...y be near a strong radio antenna signal causing interference to the Keyless Access system See Remote Key Operation 0 8 Stopping the Engine Off No Indicator Lights When the vehicle is stopped press ENG...

Page 196: ...down ON RUN START Green Indicator Light This mode is for driving and starting With the ignition off and the brake pedal applied pressing the button once will place the ignition system in ON RUN START...

Page 197: ...thing This clears the extra gasoline from the engine Do not race the engine immediately after starting it Operate the engine and transmission gently until the oil warms up and lubricates all moving pa...

Page 198: ...temperatures or in heavy snow for extended periods In these temperatures the vehicle does not need a large amount of air to properly cool the engine When more airflow is required to cool the vehicle...

Page 199: ...nada Mexico 16263917 2023 CRC 2 24 22 198 Driving and Operating Base Model Base Model with License Plate ST Model ST Model with License Plate 1 Center grille cover and make sure that it is positioned...

Page 200: ...he vehicle in a clear open area away from buildings or structures The engine heater if available can help in cold weather conditions at or below 18 C 0 F for easier starting and better fuel economy du...

Page 201: ...e heater should remain plugged in depends on several factors Ask a dealer in the area where you will be parking the vehicle for the best advice on this Retained Accessory Power RAP When the vehicle is...

Page 202: ...then it is difficult to shift out of P Park To prevent torque lock set the parking brake and then shift into P Park To find out how see Shifting Into Park 0 200 listed previously If torque lock does o...

Page 203: ...penings in the vehicle body from damage or aftermarket modifications that are not completely sealed If unusual fumes are detected or if it is suspected that exhaust is coming into the vehicle Drive it...

Page 204: ...would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Shift to R Reverse only after the vehicle is stopped To rock the vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging the transmission se...

Page 205: ...e Manual Mode Electronic Range Select ERS Mode ERS or manual mode allows for the selection of the range of gear positions Use this mode when driving downhill or towing a trailer to limit the top gear...

Page 206: ...AWD Mode will stay selected until the mode is changed When operated in two wheel drive the vehicle will deliver power to the front wheels only and may provide better fuel economy When using a compact...

Page 207: ...necessary repeated cycles of the EPB The system has a red parking brake status light and an amber service parking brake warning light See Electric Parking Brake Light 0 102 and Service Electric Parkin...

Page 208: ...istics and Towing Tips 0 240 Automatic EPB Release The EPB will automatically release if the vehicle is running placed into gear and an attempt is made to drive away Avoid rapid acceleration when the...

Page 209: ...ssist the driver in keeping the vehicle on the intended path If cruise control is being used and TCS or StabiliTrak ESC begins to limit wheel spin cruise control will disengage Cruise control may be t...

Page 210: ...off Adding accessories can affect the vehicle performance See Accessories and Modifications 0 250 Cruise Control The cruise control lets the vehicle maintain a speed of about 40 km h 25 mph or more wi...

Page 211: ...t being used To set a speed 1 Press 5 to turn the cruise system on 2 Get to the speed desired 3 Press SET down and release The desired set speed briefly appears in the instrument cluster 4 Remove your...

Page 212: ...ise control press 5 Erasing Speed Memory The cruise control set speed is erased from memory if 5 is pressed or if the ignition is turned off Adaptive Cruise Control Camera If equipped Adaptive Cruise...

Page 213: ...er these conditions On slippery roads where fast changes in tire traction can cause excessive wheel slip With extremely heavy cargo loaded in the cargo area or rear seat When towing a trailer 5 Press...

Page 214: ...y brake for other vehicles which could cause a crash if the brakes are not applied manually You and others could be seriously injured or killed Setting Adaptive Cruise Control If 5 is on when not in u...

Page 215: ...the accelerator pedal is pressed ACC will not brake because it is overridden While overridden the ACC indicator will turn blue on the instrument cluster and Head Up Display HUD if equipped Press and...

Page 216: ...tempt to maintain the follow distance gap selected Press on the steering wheel to adjust the following gap Each press cycles the gap button through three settings Far Medium or Near Far Gap Setting Me...

Page 217: ...bol is not displaying ACC will not respond to or brake for vehicles ahead ACC automatically slows the vehicle down and adjusts vehicle speed to follow a detected vehicle ahead at the selected followin...

Page 218: ...h a side car fitted or horse carriages Vehicles that are low to the road surface Objects that are close to the front of your vehicle Vehicles on which extremely heavy cargo is loaded in the cargo area...

Page 219: ...he ACC indicator turns blue on the instrument cluster and in the HUD if equipped indicating ACC braking will not occur ACC will resume operation when the accelerator pedal is not being pressed Warning...

Page 220: ...r Vehicle Lane Changes ACC will not detect a vehicle ahead until it is completely in the lane The brakes may need to be manually applied Objects Not Directly in Front of Your Vehicle The detection of...

Page 221: ...d by poor lighting conditions and ACC may have limited performance when There are changes in brightness such as entering and exiting tunnels bridges and overpasses Low sun angles cause the camera to n...

Page 222: ...etect children pedestrians bicyclists or animals Detect vehicles or objects outside the area monitored by the system Work at all driving speeds Warn you or provide you with enough time to avoid a cras...

Page 223: ...ing If equipped the Rear Vision Camera RVC Rear Park Assist RPA Front Park Assist FPA Surround Vision Front Vision Camera and Rear Cross Traffic Alert RCTA may help the driver park or avoid objects Al...

Page 224: ...ehind and around the vehicle before driving Failure to use proper care may result in injury death or vehicle damage Surround Vision System If equipped Surround Vision shows an image of the area surrou...

Page 225: ...f the vehicle Touch Junction View on the infotainment display when a camera view is active Touching the button multiple times will toggle between front and rear camera views Front Rear Overhead View D...

Page 226: ...ment cluster may have a Park Assist display with bars that show distance to object and object location information for the Park Assist system As the object gets closer more bars light up and the bars...

Page 227: ...ark exactly centered in a spot that is marked too large Always detect short curbs When enabled APA searches for parallel parking spaces to the right of the vehicle To search for a parking space to the...

Page 228: ...System If equipped when the vehicle is shifted into R Reverse RCTA displays a red warning triangle with a left or right pointing arrow on the infotainment display to warn of traffic coming from the le...

Page 229: ...tection Systems Detecting the Vehicle Ahead FCA warnings will not occur unless the FCA system detects a vehicle ahead When a vehicle is detected the vehicle ahead indicator will display green Vehicles...

Page 230: ...n the steering wheel Press to set the FCA timing to Far Medium or Near The first button press shows the current setting on the DIC Additional button presses will change this setting The chosen setting...

Page 231: ...ollision Alert FCA System 0 227 The system works when driving in a forward gear between 8 km h 5 mph and 80 km h 50 mph or on vehicles with Adaptive Cruise Control ACC above 4 km h 2 mph It can detect...

Page 232: ...n Heavy rain or snow is interfering with object detection There is a problem with the StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control ESC system The AEB system does not need service Front Pedestrian Braking...

Page 233: ...lable options and select Collision Detection Systems Detecting the Pedestrian Ahead FPB alerts and automatic braking will not occur unless the FPB system detects a pedestrian When a nearby pedestrian...

Page 234: ...not need service To override Automatic Braking firmly press the accelerator pedal if it is safe to do so Automatic Braking can be disabled through vehicle personalization To view available settings fo...

Page 235: ...system detects a moving vehicle in the next lane over that is in the side blind zone or rapidly approaching that zone from behind A lit LCA symbol indicates it may be unsafe to change lanes Before mak...

Page 236: ...pidly approaching this zone and the system is clean the system may need service Take the vehicle to your dealer Radio Frequency Information See Radio Frequency Statement 0 343 Lane Keep Assist LKA If...

Page 237: ...sist if it detects an unintended lane departure It may further provide an audible alert or the driver seat may pulse indicating that a lane marking has been crossed The system does not provide a Lane...

Page 238: ...fections This is normal system operation the vehicle does not need service Turn LKA off if these conditions continue Fuel Top Tier Fuel GM recommends the use of TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline to keep the...

Page 239: ...ystem Treatment Plus Gasoline to the vehicle s gasoline fuel tank at every oil change or 15 000 km 9 000 mi whichever occurs first TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline and ACDelco Fuel System Treatment Plus Ga...

Page 240: ...f the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attendant Leave the area immediately Filling the Tank with a Portable Fuel Container If the vehicle runs out of fuel and must be...

Page 241: ...expected You and others could be seriously injured The vehicle may also be damaged and the repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Pull a trailer only if all the steps in this section hav...

Page 242: ...on or under the instrument panel Adjust the climate control system to a setting that brings in only outside air See Climate Control Systems in the Index For more information about carbon monoxide see...

Page 243: ...may overheat and result in reduced braking efficiency The vehicle can tow in D Drive Shift the transmission to a lower gear if the transmission shifts too often under heavy loads and or hilly conditio...

Page 244: ...capacity for your vehicle Safe trailering requires monitoring the weight speed altitude road grades outside temperature dimensions of the front of the trailer and how frequently the vehicle is used t...

Page 245: ...weight of any accessories or aftermarket equipment added to the vehicle The resulting weight cannot exceed the GCWR value on the Trailering Information label The gross combined weight can also be con...

Page 246: ...e allowable trailer tongue weight that the vehicle can support using a conventional trailer hitch It may be necessary to reduce the overall trailer weight to stay within the maximum trailer tongue wei...

Page 247: ...e vehicle as possible Make sure the total weight including the carrier is no more than half of the maximum allowable tongue weight for the vehicle Ask your dealer for trailering information or assista...

Page 248: ...n Towing a Trailer When properly connected the trailer turn signals should will illuminate to indicate the vehicle is turning changing lanes or stopping When towing a trailer the arrows on the instrum...

Page 249: ...ith vehicle systems This could affect vehicle operation and cause a crash Such devices may also access information stored in the vehicle s systems Caution Some electrical equipment can damage the vehi...

Page 250: ...rker Lamps 273 Front Turn Signal and Fog Lamps 274 Taillamps Turn Signal Sidemarker Stoplamps and Back Up Lamps Base Level 275 Taillamps Turn Signal Sidemarker Stoplamps and Back Up Lamps Uplevel 277...

Page 251: ...ries and Modifications Adding non dealer accessories or making modifications to the vehicle can affect vehicle performance and safety including such things as airbags braking stability ride and handli...

Page 252: ...342 This vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 0 60 If equipped with remote vehicle start open the hood before performin...

Page 253: ...he hood To close the hood 1 Before closing the hood be sure all filler caps are on properly and all tools are removed 2 Lift the hood and remove the hood prop rod from the underside of the hood Return...

Page 254: ...Buick Encore GX Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 16263917 2023 CRC 2 24 22 Vehicle Care 253 Engine Compartment Overview 1 2L L3 Engine LIH...

Page 255: ...260 3 Engine Oil Dipstick See Engine Oil 0 256 4 Engine Cooling Fan Out of View See Cooling System 0 260 5 Engine Oil Fill Cap See Engine Oil 0 256 6 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 0 259 7 Brake Fluid Rese...

Page 256: ...er Fluid 0 265 2 Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap See Cooling System 0 260 3 Engine Oil Fill Cap See Engine Oil 0 256 4 Engine Oil Dipstick See Engine Oil 0 256 5 Engine Cooling Fan Out of V...

Page 257: ...ompartment Overview 0 253 for the location Warning The engine oil dipstick handle may be hot it could burn you Use a towel or glove to touch the dipstick handle If a low oil Driver Information Center...

Page 258: ...h the dexos1 approved logo See www gmdexos com Caution Failure to use the recommended engine oil or equivalent can result in engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty Viscosity Grade Use SAE 0...

Page 259: ...reset the system It is also important to check the oil regularly over the course of an oil drain interval and keep it at the proper level If the system is ever reset accidentally the oil must be chang...

Page 260: ...IC Base Level 0 108 or Driver Information Center DIC Uplevel 0 110 3 Press l or the thumbwheel to move to the Reset Disable display area Select Reset then press l or press the thumbwheel Then press Ye...

Page 261: ...ide it into the assembly then secure with the screws 7 If equipped reset the engine air filter life system after replacing the engine air filter See Engine Air Filter Life System 0 259 See Maintenance...

Page 262: ...lled with DEX COOL engine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in the vehicle for five years or 240 000 km 150 000 mi whichever occurs first The following explains the cooling system and how to...

Page 263: ...if coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling do not do anything else until it cools down If coolant is visible but the coolant level is not...

Page 264: ...lant surge tank pressure cap is cool before you do it 1 Remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no l...

Page 265: ...odule ECM to go to sleep about two minutes and repeat Steps 3 7 Listen for pump activation and movement of the control valves while watching the level of the coolant in the surge tank If the tank empt...

Page 266: ...does not come back on continue to drive normally and have the cooling system checked for proper fill and function If the warning continues pull over stop and park the vehicle right away If there is no...

Page 267: ...ions This does not mean something is wrong with the brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake linings for wear and evenly ti...

Page 268: ...turn off the brake pad life system 1 Display Brake Pad Life on the DIC See Driver Information Center DIC Base Level 0 108 or Driver Information Center DIC Uplevel 0 110 2 Select DISABLE To turn the b...

Page 269: ...fluid Caution If brake fluid is spilled on the vehicle s painted surfaces the paint finish can be damaged Immediately wash off any painted surface Battery North America The original equipment battery...

Page 270: ...d with the ignition on or the vehicle in Retained Accessory Power RAP the OnStar back up battery will be permanently discharged and will need to be replaced 1 Make sure the lamps features and accessor...

Page 271: ...damaged Make sure there is room in front of the vehicle in case it begins to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehi...

Page 272: ...sliding the blade off the arm 4 Reverse Steps 1 3 to install a new wiper blade Windshield Replacement Driver Assistance Systems When a windshield replacement is needed and the vehicle is equipped with...

Page 273: ...Headlamp Aiming Headlamp aim has been preset and should need no further adjustment If the vehicle is damaged in a crash the headlamp aim may be affected If adjustment to the headlamps is necessary see...

Page 274: ...has several LED lamps For replacement of any LED lighting assembly contact your dealer Headlamps and Sidemarker Lamps Base Level Headlamp Assembly The base model vehicle has halogen high beam and low...

Page 275: ...the headlamp bulb access cover Uplevel Headlamp Assembly The uplevel model vehicle has LED high beam and low beam headlamps a DRL and parking lamp and a DRL position lamp on the headlamp assembly Sid...

Page 276: ...bulb socket into the reflector by turning clockwise and attach the plug connector 7 Reassemble the lower cover and front wheel liner Front Fog Lamp The vehicle has LED fog lamp Taillamps Turn Signal S...

Page 277: ...ector 4 Reassemble the cover Stop lamp Taillamp Turn Signal and Sidemarker Lamp Driver Side Shown Passenger Side Similar 1 Stop lamp Taillamp 2 Turn signal lamp 1 Remove and retain both screws attachi...

Page 278: ...mp The bulbs are accessible from the underside of the vehicle 1 Turn the bulb holder anti clockwise and remove it from reflector 2 Disengage the bulb socket from the plug connector by pressing the ret...

Page 279: ...breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the current load returns to normal or the problem is fixed This greatly reduces the chance of circuit overload and fire caused by electrical prob...

Page 280: ...f the wiper motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice the windshield wipers will stop until the motor cools and will then restart Although the circuit is protected from electrical overload overload due...

Page 281: ...d Owner s Manual or visit For the United States www mybuick com For Canada www mybuick ca The maps are in the same order as the fuse compartment locations described in your Owner s Manual The number l...

Page 282: ...10 N A F11 AHL AFL MTR2 F12 N A F14 ISRVM REAR VIEW CAMERA F15 DEFC MDL RUN CRNK F16 HDLP LVL F17 N A DSL F18 FTZM F19 N A F20 N A F22 TRLR ST TRN LT TRLR F24 ESCL F25 ECM TCM RUN CRNK F26 FRT REAR WS...

Page 283: ...SF04 SPARE SF05 SPARE SF06 SPARE ET Fuses Usage F48 GLOW PLUG J Case Fuses Usage F01 N A F05 N A F13 REAR WNDW DEFOG F21 E BOOST PWR1 F23 STRTR PINION F59 N A F62 FUEL HTR DSL F63 N A M case Fuses Usa...

Page 284: ...ccess the fuses open the fuse cover by pulling out To reinstall the cover insert the top tab first then push the cover back into its original location Fuse Usage F01 LUMBAR F02 SUNROOF Fuse Usage F03...

Page 285: ...PWR L GATE MDL F31 OSRVM F32 FRT HS PWR 1 F33 VBAT_4 F34 FRT HS PWR 2 F35 AMPLIFIER F36 ONSTAR TCP F37 PWR SEAT DR F38 DC DC_400W F39 SEC FUSE 1 F40 HVAC_BLOWER Circuit Breaker Usage CB1 N A CB2 APO...

Page 286: ...EAT HEAT PWR2 F11 N A F12 N A F13 N A F14 N A F15 N A F16 N A F17 N A F18 N A F19 N A F20 N A F21 N A Circuit Breakers Usage CB1 N A Relays Usage K01 N A K02 N A K03 N A K04 N A K05 N A Wheels and Tir...

Page 287: ...n Tires This vehicle may come with all season tires These tires are designed to provide good overall performance on most road surfaces and weather conditions Original equipment tires designed to GM s...

Page 288: ...TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines 3 DOT Department of Transportation The Department of Transportation DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Depa...

Page 289: ...ed onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture 4 Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support t...

Page 290: ...pressing outward on each square inch of the tire Air pressure is expressed in kPa kilopascal or psi pounds per square inch Aspect Ratio The relationship of a tire s height to its width Belt A rubber c...

Page 291: ...enger P Metric Tire A tire used on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles Recommended Inflation Pressure Vehicle manufacturer s recommended tire inflation pressure as show...

Page 292: ...ut Premature or irregular wear Poor handling Reduced fuel economy for internal combustion engine vehicles Reduced range for electric vehicles Overinflated tires or tires that have too much air can res...

Page 293: ...ressure label you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires As an added safety feature your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system TPMS that illumin...

Page 294: ...orrect inflation pressure Using the DIC it may be possible to view the tire pressure levels For additional information and details about the DIC operation and displays see Driver Information Center DI...

Page 295: ...es 0 298 Operating electronic devices or being near facilities using radio wave frequencies similar to the TPMS could cause the TPMS sensors to malfunction If the TPMS is not functioning properly it c...

Page 296: ...he next ignition cycle The sensors are matched to the tire wheel positions using a TPMS relearn tool in the following order driver side front tire passenger side front tire passenger side rear tire an...

Page 297: ...if the vehicle has one be inspected for signs of wear or damage at least once a month Replace the tire if The indicators at three or more places around the tire can be seen There is cord or fabric sh...

Page 298: ...t the inner diameter of the wheel hub opening with wheel bearing grease after a wheel change or tire rotation to prevent corrosion or rust buildup Warning Do not apply grease to the wheel mounting sur...

Page 299: ...same TPC Spec rating GM s exclusive TPC Spec system considers over a dozen critical specifications that impact the overall performance of the vehicle including brake system performance ride and handl...

Page 300: ...c systems such as antilock brakes rollover airbags traction control electronic stability control or All Wheel Drive the performance of these systems can also be affected Warning If different sized whe...

Page 301: ...n tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the...

Page 302: ...wheel nuts for replacement Warning Replacing a wheel with a used one is dangerous How it has been used or how far it has been driven may be unknown It could fail suddenly and cause a crash When replac...

Page 303: ...is dangerous without the appropriate safety equipment and training If a jack is provided with the vehicle it is designed only for changing a flat tire If it is used for anything else you or others cou...

Page 304: ...Tire and Tools The spare tire and tools are located under the load floor in the rear of the vehicle Without Subwoofer 1 Tow Eye 2 Jack 3 Wrench 4 Strap 5 Funnel With Subwoofer 1 Tow Eye 2 Wrench 3 Ja...

Page 305: ...the hex tube end of the wrench over the hex head of the jack to attach it 5 Turn the wheel wrench clockwise until the lift head is firmly contacting the proper lifting point nearest the flat tire Warn...

Page 306: ...d and cause a crash When changing a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency a cloth or paper towel can be used however use a scraper or wire b...

Page 307: ...a jack a tire 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 all these in the proper place...

Page 308: ...the spare tire is recognized by the vehicle especially on slippery roads Adjust driving to reduce possible wheel slip Caution When the compact spare is installed do not take the vehicle through an au...

Page 309: ...battery positive terminal is in the engine compartment on the driver side of the vehicle The discharged battery negative grounding point is the engine block or an engine mounting bolt Connect to a sp...

Page 310: ...arning Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Connect one end of the red positive cable to the discharged battery po...

Page 311: ...vehicle warranty If equipped use the tow eye to load the vehicle onto a flatbed tow truck from a flat road surface or to move the vehicle a very short distance at a walking pace The tow eye is not des...

Page 312: ...owing vehicle Be sure to read the tow vehicle manufacturer s recommendations What is the distance that will be traveled Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow Is the prop...

Page 313: ...ood and disconnect the negative battery terminal See Battery North America 0 268 8 Cover the negative battery post with a non conductive material to prevent any contact with the negative battery termi...

Page 314: ...ing device designed for towing 5 Turn the vehicle off 6 Secure the vehicle to the dolly 7 Release the parking brake 8 Disconnect the negative battery cable at the battery See Negative Battery Cable Di...

Page 315: ...d must be off Remove any accessories that may be damaged or interfere with the car wash equipment Rinse the vehicle well before washing and after to remove all cleaning agents completely If they are a...

Page 316: ...less steel To prevent damage always follow these cleaning instructions Be sure the molding is cool to the touch before applying any cleaning solution Use only approved cleaning solutions for aluminum...

Page 317: ...rn or damaged Damage can be caused by extreme dusty conditions sand salt heat sun snow and ice Weatherstrips Apply weatherstrip lubricant on weatherstrips to make them last longer seal better and not...

Page 318: ...a clean cloth will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Underbody Maintenance At least twice a year spring and fall use plain water to flush any corrosive materials from the under...

Page 319: ...detergents or dishwashing soaps with degreasers Do not use solutions that contain strong or caustic soap Do not heavily saturate the upholstery when cleaning Do not use solvents or cleaners containin...

Page 320: ...to vacuuming To clean 1 Saturate a clean lint free colorfast cloth with water Microfiber cloth is recommended to prevent lint transfer to the fabric or carpet 2 Remove excess moisture by gently wring...

Page 321: ...tinued leather seats Do not use cleaners that contain silicone or wax based products Cleaners containing these solvents can permanently change the appearance and feel of leather or soft trim and are n...

Page 322: ...eck that the floor mats do not interfere with the pedals Do not use a floor mat if the vehicle is not equipped with a floor mat retainer on the driver side floor Use the floor mat with the correct sid...

Page 323: ...st and accurate diagnostics Many dealers have extended evening and Saturday hours courtesy transportation and online scheduling to assist with service needs Your dealer recognizes the importance of pr...

Page 324: ...your dealer to have a trained technician do the work See Doing Your Own Service Work 0 251 Maintenance Schedule Tire Rotation and Required Services Every 12 000 km 7 500 mi Tires are rotated to achiev...

Page 325: ...ge rear axle fluid if equipped with AWD Do not directly power wash the transfer case and or front rear axle output seals High pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the transfer case fl...

Page 326: ...itioning system requires maintenance every seven years This service requires replacement of the desiccant to help the longevity and efficient operation of the air conditioning system This service can...

Page 327: ...Inspections Seat belt components Exhaust system Accelerator pedal Passenger compartment air filter if equipped Engine air filter Hoses Belts Shocks and struts Steering components Axle boots or drives...

Page 328: ...Automatic Transmission Fluid Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Cooling System 0 260 Engine Oil Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the...

Page 329: ...elow by name part number or specification can be obtained from your dealer Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 42712666 A3251C Engine Oil Filter I1 2L L3 Gas Engine 12706...

Page 330: ...zing U S Canada Mexico 16263917 2023 CRC 2 24 22 Service and Maintenance 329 Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Wiper Blades IDriver Side 65 0 cm 25 6 in 42709497 IPassenger Side 40 0 cm 15 7 in...

Page 331: ...30 Service and Maintenance Maintenance 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 pro...

Page 332: ...cation Number VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification label and certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This code identifi...

Page 333: ...nglish Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount see the refrigerant label under the hood See your dealer for more information Engine Cooling Syst...

Page 334: ...ximate level as recommended in this manual Recheck fluid level after filling Engine cooling system capacity values are based on the entire cooling system and its components Engine Specifications Engin...

Page 335: ...Buick Encore GX Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 16263917 2023 CRC 2 24 22 334 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing 1 2L L3 Gas Engine 1 3L L3 Gas Engine...

Page 336: ...ar 345 Infotainment System 345 Customer Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Buick Normally any concerns with the sales transa...

Page 337: ...ay reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you You may contact the BBB AUTO LINE Program using the toll free telephone number or write them at the following address BBB AUTO...

Page 338: ...1 800 263 3777 English 1 800 263 7854 French 1 800 263 3830 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 268 6800 All Overseas Locations Please contact the local General Motors Business...

Page 339: ...all 1 800 252 1112 Text Telephone TTY 1 888 889 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 Roadsid...

Page 340: ...ccessible to the service vehicle or is not a regularly traveled or maintained public road which includes ice and winter roads Off road use is not covered Services Specific to Canadian Purchased Vehicl...

Page 341: ...t allowed by GM If U S customers arrange their own transportation limited reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses may be available Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by orig...

Page 342: ...se a collision repair facility that meets your needs before you ever need collision repairs Your dealer may have a collision repair center with GM trained technicians and state of the art equipment or...

Page 343: ...lue the repair using aftermarket parts Discuss this with the repair professional and insist on Genuine GM parts Remember if the vehicle is leased you may be obligated to have the vehicle repaired with...

Page 344: ...ent Reporting Safety 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...

Page 345: ...ated such as rate of fuel consumption or average speed These modules may retain personal preferences such as radio presets seat positions and temperature settings Cybersecurity GM collects information...

Page 346: ...r parties such as law enforcement that have the special equipment can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR GM will not access these data or share it with others except wi...

Page 347: ...e including location information See OnStar User Terms Privacy Statement and Software Terms for more details including system limitations at www onstar com U S or www onstar ca Canada The OnStar syste...

Page 348: ...connected in to the vehicle to help Press for a priority connection to an OnStar Advisor who can contact emergency service providers direct them to your exact location and relay important information...

Page 349: ...all 1 888 4ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 See www onstar com U S See www onstar ca Canada Call TTY 1 877 248 2080 Press Q to speak with an Advisor OnStar or connected services cannot work unless the vehicle is...

Page 350: ...od of time without an ignition cycle To find out the duration of time that applies for the vehicle contact an OnStar Advisor by pressing Q or calling 1 888 4ONSTAR If the vehicle has not been started...

Page 351: ...eparately disclosed at the time of installation These updates or changes may also cause a system to automatically communicate with GM servers to collect information about vehicle system status identif...

Page 352: ...vary by model Map coverage is available in the United States and Canada Turn by Turn Navigation 1 Press Q to connect to an Advisor 2 Request directions to be downloaded to the vehicle 3 Follow the voi...

Page 353: ...word press Q or call 1 888 4ONSTAR to connect with an Advisor On some vehicles the SSID and password can be changed in the Wi Fi Hotspot menu After initial set up your vehicle s Wi Fi hotspot will con...

Page 354: ...from restaurants and retailers on your route help locate hotels or book a room These services vary by market Diagnostics By monitoring and reporting on the vehicle s key systems OnStar Advanced Diagn...

Page 355: ...eck 61 How Does an Airbag Restrain 55 Passenger Sensing System 57 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 55 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 56 When Should an Airbag Inflate 54 Airbag System cont d Wh...

Page 356: ...7 Brake Fluid 267 Pad Life System 266 System Warning Light 102 Brake Pad Life System 266 Brakes 266 Antilock 205 Brake Assist 207 Electric Brake Boost 205 Electric Parking Brake 206 Braking 186 Automa...

Page 357: ...on and Electronic Stability 208 Control of a Vehicle 186 Controls Steering Wheel 130 Convenience Net 82 Convex Mirrors 27 Coolant Engine Temperature Gauge 97 Cooling 177 179 Cooling System 260 Courtes...

Page 358: ...Brake Boost 205 Parking Brake 206 Parking Brake Light 102 Electrical Equipment Add On 248 System Overload 278 Electrical System Engine Compartment Fuse Block 280 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 279 Instrum...

Page 359: ...ent Panel Fuse Block 283 Rear Compartment Fuse Block 284 Where To Find Fuse Maps for Your Vehicle 280 G Garage Door Opener 117 Programming 117 Gas Strut s 271 Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature 97 Fuel...

Page 360: ...orth America 307 K Keys 7 Remote 8 Remote Operation 8 L Labeling Tire Sidewall 287 Lamps Courtesy 125 Daytime Running DRL 123 Dome 125 Exterior Controls 121 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver 127 Flash t...

Page 361: ...Maintenance Schedule 323 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 327 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 100 Manual Mode 204 Map Data Updates 151 Maps 143 Media Avoiding Untrusted Devices 137 Memory Seats 39 Message...

Page 362: ...er Door Locks 17 Mirrors 27 Outlets 88 Protection Battery 127 Retained Accessory RAP 200 Seat Adjustment 36 Windows 31 Pregnancy Using Seat Belts 50 Privacy Vehicle Data Recording 344 Problems with Ro...

Page 363: ...ty Locks 18 Safety Defects Reporting Canadian Government 343 General Motors 344 U S Government 343 Safety System Check 51 Satellite Radio 136 Scheduling Appointments 339 Seat Belts 44 Care 51 Extender...

Page 364: ...Convenience Net 82 Cupholders 79 Glove Box 79 Rear Compartment Storage Panel Cover 80 Roof Rack System 82 Storage Areas Cargo Cover 81 Cargo Management System 81 Struts Gas 271 Stuck Vehicle 190 Sun...

Page 365: ...ing a Disabled Vehicle 310 Trip Odometer 96 TTY Users Customer Assistance 337 Turn and Lane Change Signals 124 Turn Signal Bulb Replacement 275 277 U Uniform Tire Quality Grading 299 Universal Remote...

Page 366: ...6263917 2023 CRC 2 24 22 Index 365 When It Is Time for New Tires 297 Where to Put the Restraint 67 Windows 30 Power 31 Windshield Replacement 271 Wiper Washer 85 Winter Cover 197 Driving 189 Tires 286...

Page 367: ...Buick Rewards myBuick Mobile App How To Videos Vehicle Diagnostics Scheduled Maintenance Vehicle Features Many Additional Resources United States Customer Assistance 1 800 521 7300 Roadside Assistance...

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