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Buick Encore Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

9956106) - 2017 - crc - 10/20/16

Driving and Operating

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Driving and
Operating

Driving Information

Starting and Operating

New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . 169
Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Engine Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
Retained Accessory

Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174

Shifting Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174

Shifting out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Parking over Things

That Burn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176

Extended Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . 176

Engine Exhaust

Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Running the Vehicle While

Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177

Automatic Transmission

Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 178
Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180

Drive Systems

All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181

Brakes

Antilock Brake

System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181

Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
Brake Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182

Ride Control Systems

Traction Control/Electronic

Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183

Cruise Control

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185

Driver Assistance Systems

Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . 187
Parking Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189

Forward Collision Alert (FCA)

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191

Side Blind Zone

Alert (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193

Lane Departure

Warning (LDW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194

Fuel

Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
California Fuel

Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196

Fuels in Foreign Countries . . . 197
Fuel Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Filling a Portable Fuel

Container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199

Trailer Towing

General Towing

Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199

Conversions and Add-Ons

Add-On Electrical

Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200

Summary of Contents for Encore2017

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Page 2: ...f 5 Keys Doors and Windows 25 Seats and Restraints 45 Storage 95 Instruments and Controls 100 Lighting 141 Infotainment System 147 Climate Controls 148 Driving and Operating 157 Vehicle Care 201 Servi...

Page 3: ...tion relating to your specific vehicle to confirm the features Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Canadian Vehicle Owners A French language manual can be obtained from your dealer at...

Page 4: ...s that use symbols instead of text Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component control message gauge or indicator M Shown when the ow...

Page 5: ...10 20 16 4 Introduction 3 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer j LATCH System Child Restraints Malfunction Indicator Lamp Oil Pressure Power Remote Vehicle Start Safety Belt Reminders 7 Tire Pressure Monit...

Page 6: ...4 Interior Lighting 14 Exterior Lighting 15 Windshield Wiper Washer 16 Climate Controls 17 Transmission 18 Vehicle Features Infotainment System 19 Steering Wheel Controls 19 Cruise Control 19 Driver I...

Page 7: ...Buick Encore Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9956106 2017 crc 10 20 16 6 In Brief Instrument Panel...

Page 8: ...d Steering Wheel 0 101 If Equipped 9 Instrument Panel Storage 0 95 10 Shift Lever See Automatic Transmission 0 178 11 Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 0 183 Hazard Warning Flashers 0 143...

Page 9: ...n be used for all locks K Press to unlock the driver door or all doors depending on the vehicle personalization settings Q Press to lock all doors Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized See Vehi...

Page 10: ...transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 0 26 Use the key in the driver door See Door Locks 0 33 To lock or unlock the doors from the inside Q Press to lock the door K Press to unlock...

Page 11: ...eat Adjustment Manual Seats To adjust a manual seat 1 Pull the handle at the front of the seat 2 Slide the seat to the desired position and release the handle 3 Try to move the seat back and forth to...

Page 12: ...move the safety belt out of the way to access the lever 2 Move the seatback to the desired position then release the lever to lock the seatback in place 3 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it...

Page 13: ...s 0 54 Heated Seats If equipped the controls are on the climate control panel The engine must be running to operate the heated seats Press M or L to heat the driver or passenger seat cushion and seatb...

Page 14: ...ico The passenger sensing system turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag if equipped under certain conditions No other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system...

Page 15: ...ew mirror the mirror will automatically reduce the glare from the headlamps from behind The dimming feature comes on when the vehicle is started See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 0 41 Steering Whe...

Page 16: ...each lamp on or off For more information about interior lighting see Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 144 or Courtesy Lamps 0 144 Exterior Lighting The exterior lamp control is on the instrume...

Page 17: ...isture Turn the band up for more sensitivity to moisture Turn the band down for less sensitivity to moisture Move the windshield wiper lever out of the INT position to deactivate Rainsense OFF Use to...

Page 18: ...eating cooling defrosting and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with these systems Climate Control System 1 Temperature Control 2 Air Delivery Modes 3 Fan Control 4 Defrost 5 Rear Window D...

Page 19: ...ls 8 Air Conditioning or Comfort Eco Air Conditioning 9 Recirculation 10 Heated Steering Wheel If Equipped See Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 151 If Equipped Transmission Driver Shift Control...

Page 20: ...instrument cluster when cruise is turned on RES If there is a set speed in memory move the thumbwheel up briefly to resume to that speed or hold upward to accelerate If cruise control is already activ...

Page 21: ...een if a lane marking is detected If the vehicle departs the lane without using a turn signal in that direction the light will change to amber and flash In addition beeps will sound See Lane Departure...

Page 22: ...SORY or until the driver door is opened within 10 minutes of turning off the vehicle See Retained Accessory Power RAP 0 174 See Power Outlets 0 105 Universal Remote System If equipped this system prov...

Page 23: ...when the vehicle is started The StabiliTrak system assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions The system is on when the vehicle is started To turn off traction con...

Page 24: ...oline with an octane rating lower as it may result in vehicle damage and lower fuel economy See Fuel 0 196 E85 or FlexFuel No E85 or FlexFuel Gasoline ethanol fuel blends greater than E15 15 ethanol b...

Page 25: ...get the best fuel economy possible Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time When road and weather conditions ar...

Page 26: ...ex Mirrors 39 Power Mirrors 39 Folding Mirrors 40 Heated Mirrors 40 Reverse Tilt Mirrors 40 Interior Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors 40 Manual Rearview Mirror 40 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 41...

Page 27: ...quency Statement 0 305 If there is a decrease in the Remote Keyless Entry RKE operating range Check the distance The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle Check the location Other vehicles or ob...

Page 28: ...icate unlocking See Vehicle Personalization 0 131 Pressing K will disarm the theft deterrent system See Vehicle Alarm System 0 37 If equipped K will also unlock the fuel door 7 Press and release one t...

Page 29: ...the doors are locked and the RKE transmitter is within 1 m 3 ft of the passenger door handle pressing the lock unlock button on the passenger door handle will unlock all doors Pressing the lock unloc...

Page 30: ...3 Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle Only RKE transmitters programmed to the vehicle will work If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer...

Page 31: ...ff and all of the transmitters to be programmed must be with you 1 Insert the vehicle key of the transmitter into the key lock cylinder on the outside of the driver door and turn the key to the unlock...

Page 32: ...ey and Lock Messages 0 128 To start the vehicle 1 Place the transmitter in the transmitter pocket with the buttons facing the front of the vehicle 2 With the vehicle in P Park or N Neutral press the b...

Page 33: ...will use the previous settings during a remote start The rear window defogger may come on during a remote start based on cold ambient conditions The rear window defogger indicator light does not come...

Page 34: ...extension are allowed between ignition cycles The vehicle s ignition must be changed to ON RUN and then back to OFF before the remote start procedure can be used again Canceling a Remote Start To can...

Page 35: ...RKE transmitter must be within 1 m 3 ft of the door being opened Press the button on the door handle to open See Keyless Access Operation under Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 0 26 Power Do...

Page 36: ...f an RKE transmitter is detected and the number of RKE transmitters inside has not reduced the driver door will unlock and the horn will chirp three times Lockout Protection can be manually overridden...

Page 37: ...ine exhaust contains carbon monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death If the vehicle must be driven with the liftgate or hatch trunk open Close all of the...

Page 38: ...the indicator light on the instrument panel near the windshield shows the status of the system Off Alarm system is disarmed On Solid Vehicle is secured during the delay to arm the system Fast Flast Ve...

Page 39: ...sed Always unlock the vehicle with the RKE transmitter Unlocking the driver door with the key will not disarm the system or turn off the alarm How to Detect a Tamper Condition If K is pressed and the...

Page 40: ...rvice See your dealer who can service the theft deterrent system and have a new transmitter programmed to the vehicle Do not leave the transmitter or device that disarms or deactivates the theft deter...

Page 41: ...rallel parking The mirror s return to the original position when The vehicle is shifted out of R Reverse or remains in R Reverse for about 30 seconds The ignition is turned off The vehicle is driven i...

Page 42: ...y can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance This may result in a pulsin...

Page 43: ...Window Express Movement Express down up allows the windows to be opened or closed without holding the window switch Press the window switch fully down or pull it up and quickly release it to engage B...

Page 44: ...ndow to be programmed then close it and continue to pull the switch briefly after the window has fully closed 4 Press the power window switch until the window is fully open and briefly hold Sun Visors...

Page 45: ...tomatic reversal system that is only active when the sunroof sunshade is being operated in express close mode If an object is in the path of the sunroof sunshade while it is express closing the revers...

Page 46: ...g Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash 63 Airbag System Airbag System 64 Where Are the Airbags 65 When Should an Airbag Inflate 67 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 68 How Does an Airbag Restrain 68 What...

Page 47: ...n the outboard seating positions 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 position reduces the chances of a neck injury i...

Page 48: ...the head restraint to the upright position Pull the head restraint up and push it rearward until it locks into place Push and pull on the head restraint to make sure that it is locked If you are insta...

Page 49: ...n Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the rear of the control up or down To adjust the seatback see Reclining Seatbacks 0 48 To adjust the lumbar support see Lumbar Adjustment 0 48 Lumbar Adjustm...

Page 50: ...the seatback to make sure it is locked Warning Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous Even when buckled up the safety belts cannot do their job Continued Warning...

Page 51: ...leasing 1 or 2 before the stored positions are reached stops the recall If something has blocked the driver seat while recalling a memory position the recall may stop Remove the obstruction then press...

Page 52: ...aler for service Easy Exit Driver Seat This feature moves the seat rearward allowing the driver more room to exit the vehicle To activate place the ignition in OFF and open the driver door If the driv...

Page 53: ...r seat cushion and seatback Press the control once for the highest setting With each press of the control the heated seat will change to the next lower setting and then the off setting Three lights in...

Page 54: ...den stop or turn or in a crash Remove or secure all items before driving To fold the seatback 1 Lower the head restraint all the way See Head Restraints 0 46 2 Move the seat as far back as possible Se...

Page 55: ...the rear seat Always tilt the rear seat cushion forward before folding the seatback To fold a seatback down 1 Make sure the floor area in front of the rear seats is clear 2 Fully lower the head restra...

Page 56: ...on top of the seatback to unlock the seatback A tab near the seatback lever raises when the seatback is unlocked 7 Fold the seatback forward and down Safety Belt Clip on Side Trim 8 Place the outboar...

Page 57: ...he safety belt clip if equipped on the side trim of the vehicle 2 Lift the seatback and push it rearward to lock it in place A tab near the seatback lever retracts when the seatback is locked in place...

Page 58: ...h worse than if you are wearing safety belts You can be seriously injured or killed by hitting things inside the vehicle harder or by being ejected from the vehicle In addition anyone who is not buckl...

Page 59: ...ear safety belts A Airbags are supplemental systems only 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 prot...

Page 60: ...ind your back Never route the lap or shoulder belt over an armrest Lap Shoulder Belt All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap shoulder belt The following instructions explain how to wear a lap...

Page 61: ...e belt push the button on the buckle The belt should return to its stowed position Always stow the safety belt slowly If the safety belt webbing returns quickly to the stowed position the retractor ma...

Page 62: ...arly stages of a moderate to severe frontal near frontal or rear crash if the threshold conditions for pretensioner activation are met Safety belt pretensioners can also help tighten the safety belts...

Page 63: ...r will order you an extender When you go 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 an...

Page 64: ...ure proper functionality of the system Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash Warning A crash can damage the safety belt system in the vehicle A damaged safety belt system may not properly p...

Page 65: ...oard 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 the seatback closest to the door For...

Page 66: ...u are sitting well back and upright in the seat with both feet on the floor Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door or side windows in seating positions with seat mounted side impact ai...

Page 67: ...side of the seatbacks closest to the door The roof rail airbags for the driver front outboard passenger and second row outboard passengers are in the ceiling above the side windows Rear Seat Driver Si...

Page 68: ...ontal crashes to help reduce the potential for severe injuries mainly to the driver s or front outboard passenger s head and chest Whether the frontal airbags will or should inflate is not based prima...

Page 69: ...moderate to severe side collisions even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle Airbags supplement the protection provided by safety belts by distributing the force of the impact more e...

Page 70: ...y using the controls for those features Warning A crash severe enough to inflate the airbags may have also damaged important functions in the vehicle such as the fuel system brake and steering systems...

Page 71: ...seated occupant and determine if the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag if equipped should be allowed to inflate or not According to accident statistics children are safer when p...

Page 72: ...with the airbag system or the passenger sensing system When the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag if equipped the off indicator will...

Page 73: ...stalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the on indicator is still lit turn the vehicle off Then slightly recline the vehicle seatback and adjust the seat cushion if adjustable to make...

Page 74: ...belts help keep the passenger in position on the seat during vehicle maneuvers and braking which helps the passenger sensing system maintain the passenger airbag status See Safety Belts and Child Res...

Page 75: ...panel any of the airbag modules ceiling or pillar garnish trim overhead console front sensors side impact sensors or airbag wiring Your dealer and the service manual have information about the locatio...

Page 76: ...e Airbags 0 65 See your dealer for service Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash Warning A crash can damage the airbag systems in the vehicle A damaged airbag system may not properly protect you...

Page 77: ...ned for the length of the trip If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Q What is the proper way to wear safety belts A An older child should wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional re...

Page 78: ...tection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every...

Page 79: ...d be secured in an appropriate restraint Warning Children who are up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Never put a rear facing child restraint in...

Page 80: ...rs should be secured in a rear facing child restraint until age two or until they reach the maximum height and weight limits of their child restraint Warning A young child s hip bones are still so sma...

Page 81: ...curing an Add On Child Restraint in the Vehicle Warning A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle Secure the child restraint p...

Page 82: ...ly injured or killed in a crash if the child is not properly secured in the child restraint Secure the child properly following the instructions that came with that child restraint Where to Put the Re...

Page 83: ...e Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in the vehicle even when no child is in it Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System The LATCH system secures a child restraint during drivin...

Page 84: ...e lower anchors and attachments or top tether anchors and attachments In this case the safety belt must be used with top tether where available to secure the child restraint See Securing Child Restrai...

Page 85: ...cating the lower anchors each seating position with lower anchors has two labels near the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion To assist in locating the top tether anchors the top tether a...

Page 86: ...e the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash A child or others could be injured Warning Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around the...

Page 87: ...the top tether and the safety belts Refer to your child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual 1 1 Find the lower anchors for the desired seating position 1 2 Put the...

Page 88: ...tether route the tether over the seatback If the position you are using has an adjustable headrest or head restraint and you are using a single tether raise the headrest or head restraint and route t...

Page 89: ...e head restraint 1 Partially fold the seatback forward See Rear Seats 0 54 for additional information 2 Press both buttons on the head restraint posts at the same time and pull up on the head restrain...

Page 90: ...necessary even if the LATCH system was not being used at the time of the crash Securing Child Restraints With the Safety Belt in the Rear Seat When securing a child restraint in a rear seating positi...

Page 91: ...ufacturer instructions If the head restraint interferes with the proper installation of the child restraint the head restraint may be removed See Head Restraint Removal and Reinstallation under Lower...

Page 92: ...place To check grasp the child restraint at the safety 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...

Page 93: ...rear seat See Passenger Sensing System 0 70 for additional information If the child restraint uses a top tether see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 82 for top tether anchor locat...

Page 94: ...uickly unbuckled if necessary 5 Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock When the retractor lock is set the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor 6 T...

Page 95: ...nt is properly installed there should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement If the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag if equipped are off the off indicator in the passenger airb...

Page 96: ...sole Storage 97 Additional Storage Features Cargo Cover 97 Cargo Management System 98 Convenience Net 98 First Aid Kit 99 Roof Rack System Roof Rack System 99 Storage Compartments Warning Do not store...

Page 97: ...ders If equipped pull the rear seat armrest down to access Sunglasses Storage If equipped the sunglasses storage is over the driver door Underseat Storage If equipped there is storage under the front...

Page 98: ...argo Cover Warning An unsecured cargo cover could strike people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash Store the cargo cover securely or remove it from the vehicle Warning Do not place objects on the...

Page 99: ...ment System This vehicle has a cargo management system in the rear Pull the strap to lift Fold the load floor Place the hook from the load floor inside the hook on the side trim Convenience Net The ve...

Page 100: ...ot have crossrails included GM Certified crossrails can be purchased as an accessory See your dealer for additional information Caution Loading cargo on the roof rack that weighs more than 75 kg 165 l...

Page 101: ...17 Lane Departure Warning LDW Light 117 Vehicle Ahead Indicator 118 Traction Off Light 118 StabiliTrak OFF Light 118 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light 118 Tire Pressure Light 119 Engine Oi...

Page 102: ...Move the steering wheel up or down 3 Pull or push the steering wheel closer or away from you 4 Lift the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving Stee...

Page 103: ...and activate the wipers The wipers will continue until the lever is released or the maximum wash time is reached When the windshield wiper lever is released additional wipes may occur depending on how...

Page 104: ...less sensitivity to moisture Move the windshield wiper lever out of the INT position to deactivate Rainsense Wiper Arm Assembly Protection When using an automatic car wash move the windshield wiper l...

Page 105: ...s then the rear wiper automatically performs interval wipes This feature can be changed See Vehicle Personalization 0 131 The windshield washer reservoir is used for the windshield and the rear window...

Page 106: ...ion is on in ACC ACCESSORY or until the driver door is opened within 10 minutes of turning off the vehicle See Retained Accessory Power RAP 0 174 Caution Leaving electrical equipment plugged in for an...

Page 107: ...quipment using 150 watts or less is plugged into the outlet and a system fault is not detected The power outlet is not designed for and may not work properly if the following are plugged in Equipment...

Page 108: ...Buick Encore Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9956106 2017 crc 10 20 16 Instruments and Controls 107 Instrument Cluster Base Level Metric...

Page 109: ...Buick Encore Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9956106 2017 crc 10 20 16 108 Instruments and Controls Uplevel English Shown Metric Similar...

Page 110: ...ected Driver Information Center DIC displays See Driver Information Center DIC Uplevel 0 123 or Driver Information Center DIC Base Level 0 121 Navigation Options Navigation Press SET CLR to select the...

Page 111: ...with the Stop Start system when the ignition is in ON RUN the tachometer indicates the vehicle status When pointing to AUTO STOP the engine is off but the vehicle is on and can move The engine could...

Page 112: ...n Here are four things that some owners ask about None of these show a problem with the fuel gauge At the service station the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full It takes a little more or...

Page 113: ...ime may come on to remind the driver to fasten their safety belt Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled This cycle may continue several times if the driver remains or becomes unbuckle...

Page 114: ...ely Warning If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on while driving it means the airbag system might not be working properly The airbags in the vehicle might not...

Page 115: ...others Continued Warning Continued have the vehicle serviced right away See Airbag Readiness Light 0 113 for more information including important safety information Charging System Light This light w...

Page 116: ...st See Accessories and Modifications 0 203 If the light is flashing A malfunction has been detected that could damage the emission control system and increase vehicle emissions Diagnosis and service m...

Page 117: ...n and might require several days of routine driving before the system is ready for inspection This can happen if the 12 volt battery has recently been replaced or run down or if the vehicle has been r...

Page 118: ...f Then start the engine again to reset the system If the light still stays on or comes on again while driving the vehicle needs service See your dealer If the regular brake system warning light is not...

Page 119: ...abiliTrak OFF light come on when StabiliTrak is turned off If the TCS is off wheel spin is not limited Adjust driving accordingly See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 0 183 StabiliTrak OF...

Page 120: ...d Loading Information label See Tire Pressure 0 245 When the Light Flashes First and Then Is On Steady If the light flashes for about a minute and then stays on there may be a problem with the TPMS If...

Page 121: ...started If it does not come on have the vehicle serviced by your dealer If the system is working normally the indicator light turns off If the light stays on and the engine does not start there could...

Page 122: ...ttons on the turn signal lever DIC Buttons SET CLR Press to set or clear the menu item displayed Use the band to scroll through the items in each menu MENU Press to display the Trip Fuel Menu and the...

Page 123: ...vailable on every vehicle The following is a list of all possible menu items Remaining Oil Life Displays an estimate of the oil s remaining useful life If REMAINING OIL LIFE 99 is displayed that means...

Page 124: ...eter It may also show the direction the vehicle is driving In cold weather the DIC display may change slowly This is normal and will move more quickly as the vehicle s interior temperature rises Use t...

Page 125: ...has right now and will change as driving conditions change The average fuel economy can be reset by pressing SET CLR while the Average Fuel Economy display is showing Fuel Range This display shows the...

Page 126: ...last xxx mi km Press SET CLR to select the distance or reset best value Hold SET CLR to reset the best average fuel economy After reset the best value displays until the selected distance has been tra...

Page 127: ...ke fluid level is low See Brake Fluid 0 220 BRAKES OVERHEATED This message may display if the brakes are too hot RELEASE PARKING BRAKE This message is displayed if the parking brake is applied Release...

Page 128: ...his message displays when the engine oil temperature is too hot Stop and allow the vehicle to idle until it cools down ENGINE OIL LOW ADD OIL On some vehicles this message displays when the engine oil...

Page 129: ...g the vehicle with the RKE transmitter still inside REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY This message displays when the battery in the RKE transmitter needs to be replaced Object Detection System Messages FO...

Page 130: ...Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA and Rear Cross Traffic Alert RCTA are disabled either because the sensor is blocked and cannot detect vehicles in the blind zone or the vehicle is passing through an open a...

Page 131: ...This message is displayed if there is a problem with the pushbutton start system Take the vehicle to your dealer for service Tire Messages SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEM This message displays if there i...

Page 132: ...onalization Use the audio system controls to access the personalization menus for customizing vehicle features The following are all possible personalization features Depending on the vehicle some may...

Page 133: ...o Rear Defog Auto Fan Speed This feature will set the auto fan speed Select Low Medium or High Auto Defog If equipped the front defog will automatically react to temperature and humidity conditions th...

Page 134: ...out of R Reverse or the engine is turned off Select Off or On Rainsense Wipers This allows the feature to be turned on or off Select Off or On Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear When on and the front wiper is...

Page 135: ...g the vehicle with the RKE transmitter Select Off Lights and Horn Lights Only or Horn Only Remote Door Unlock This allows selection of which doors will unlock when pressing K on the RKE transmitter Wh...

Page 136: ...ew number then touch SAVE Text Message Alerts This allows the feature to be turned on or off Select Off or On Apple CarPlay Select and the following may display Apple CarPlay Manage Apple CarPlay Devi...

Page 137: ...ouchscreen Select to calibrate the touchscreen then follow the prompts Turn Display Off Select to turn the display off Touch anywhere on the display area or press any faceplate button to turn the disp...

Page 138: ...ystems and home automation devices These instructions refer to a garage door opener but can be used for other devices Do not use the Universal Remote system with any garage door opener that does not h...

Page 139: ...ase either button until the indicator light changes from a slow to a rapid flash Then release both buttons Some garage door openers may require substitution of Step 2 with the procedure under Radio Si...

Page 140: ...quency laws and some U S gate operators require transmitter signals to time out or quit after several seconds of transmission This may not be long enough for the Universal Remote system to pick up the...

Page 141: ...Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote System Button To reprogram any of the system buttons 1 Press and hold any one of the buttons Do not release the button 2 The indicator light will begin to flas...

Page 142: ...wer Protection 146 Exterior Lighting Exterior Lamp Controls The exterior lamp control is on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column There are four positions O Turns the exterior lamps...

Page 143: ...from DRL to the regular headlamps depending on the darkness of the surroundings The other lamps that come on with the headlamps will also come on When it is bright enough outside the headlamps go off...

Page 144: ...Move the exterior lamp control to P or to disable this feature Hazard Warning Flashers Press and momentarily hold to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off This warns others that y...

Page 145: ...ng with the fog lamps Interior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control The brightness of the instrument cluster display infotainment display and controls steering wheel controls and all other i...

Page 146: ...Lighting Features Entry Lighting Some exterior lamps and interior lamps turn on briefly at night or in areas with limited lighting when K is pressed on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter When a...

Page 147: ...saver feature protects against draining the vehicle s battery If some interior lamps or the manual parking lamps or headlamps are left on and the ignition is turned off the battery rundown protection...

Page 148: ...10 20 16 Infotainment System 147 Infotainment System Introduction Infotainment 147 Introduction Infotainment See the infotainment manual for information on the radio audio players phone navigation sys...

Page 149: ...e Control Systems The heating cooling defrosting and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system 1 Temperature Control 2 Air Delivery Modes 3 Fan Control 4 Defrost 5 Rear Window Def...

Page 150: ...s can be combined An indicator light comes on in the selected mode button Air is directed to the floor outlets Y Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets X Air is directed to the windshield and...

Page 151: ...indicator light comes on Air is recirculated inside the vehicle It helps to quickly cool the air inside the vehicle or reduce entry of outside air and odors To improve fuel efficiency and to cool the...

Page 152: ...Control Influence on Stop Start Operation and Fuel Economy If Equipped The climate control system depends on other vehicle systems for heat and power input Certain climate control settings can lead t...

Page 153: ...tion Center DIC Base Level 0 121 Manual Operation 9 Press the lower 9 button to decrease the fan speed Pressing the lower button longer turns the fan and cooling off Press the upper 9 button to increa...

Page 154: ...itioner is off and AUTO or is selected If temperature controls are adjusted cooler during an auto stop the engine may restart to ensure that comfort is reached h Press to turn on recirculation An indi...

Page 155: ...s to heat or cool the inside of the vehicle The rear defog may come on during remote start based on cold ambient conditions The rear defog indicator light does not come on during a remote start If the...

Page 156: ...o find out what type of filter to use see Maintenance Replacement Parts 0 290 1 Open the glove box completely and disconnect the damper on the outboard side 2 Push in both sides of the glove box and p...

Page 157: ...eplaced by a new evaporator to ensure proper and safe operation During service all refrigerants should be reclaimed with proper equipment Venting refrigerants directly to the atmosphere is harmful to...

Page 158: ...74 Shifting out of Park 175 Parking over Things That Burn 176 Extended Parking 176 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust 177 Running the Vehicle While Parked 177 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission...

Page 159: ...en hazards Vehicle Design Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles This is because they have a higher ground clearance and a narrower track or shorter wh...

Page 160: ...g Refer to the infotainment section for more information on using that system Refer to the infotainment manual for more information on the navigation system if equipped including pairing and using a c...

Page 161: ...to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Steering Electric Power Steering The vehicle has electric power steering It does not have power steering fluid Regular maintenance is not required I...

Page 162: ...too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by not overdriving those conditions But skids are alw...

Page 163: ...ning Hydroplaning is dangerous Water can build up under the vehicle s tires so they actually ride on the water This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast enough When the vehicle...

Page 164: ...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 wheels to spin and...

Page 165: ...le and then shut the engine off and partially close the window Moving about to keep warm also helps If it takes time for help to arrive when running the engine push the accelerator pedal slightly so t...

Page 166: ...an carry This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options Two labels on the vehicle may show how much weight it may...

Page 167: ...ur 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 and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs...

Page 168: ...bs Example 2 1 Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 453 kg 1 000 lbs 2 Subtract Occupant Weight 68 kg 150 lbs 5 340 kg 750 lbs 3 Available Cargo Weight 113 kg 250 lbs Example 3 1 Vehicle Capacity Wei...

Page 169: ...show the maximum weights for the front and rear axles called the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR To find out the actual loads on the front and rear axles weigh the vehicle at a weigh station Your dealer...

Page 170: ...adually increased Ignition Positions The vehicle has an electronic keyless ignition with pushbutton start The RKE transmitter must be in the vehicle for the system to operate If the vehicle is not wor...

Page 171: ...y If the vehicle cannot be pulled over and must be shut off while driving press and hold ENGINE START STOP for longer than two seconds or press twice in five seconds ACC ACCESSORY Amber Indicator Ligh...

Page 172: ...ss ENGINE START STOP with the brake pedal applied When the engine begins cranking let go of the button The idle speed will go down as the engine gets warm Do not race the engine immediately after star...

Page 173: ...system helps to save fuel and reduce the exhaust emissions Auto Engine Stop Start When the brakes are applied and the vehicle is at a complete stop the engine may turn off When stopped the tachometer...

Page 174: ...t in overheating and fire Plug the cord into a three prong electrical utility receptacle that is protected by a ground fault detection function An ungrounded outlet could cause an electric shock Use a...

Page 175: ...e Parking Brake 0 182 2 Move the shift lever into P Park by pressing the button on the shift lever and pushing the lever all the way toward the front of the vehicle 3 Turn the ignition to LOCK OFF Lea...

Page 176: ...is designed to prevent movement of the shift lever out of P Park unless the ignition is in ON RUN and the brake pedal is applied The shift lock control is always functional except in the case of an u...

Page 177: ...ignite Do not park over papers leaves dry grass or other things that can burn Extended Parking It is better not to park with the vehicle running If the vehicle is left while running follow the proper...

Page 178: ...tem has been modified damaged or improperly repaired Continued Warning Continued There are holes or openings in the vehicle body from damage or aftermarket modifications that are not completely sealed...

Page 179: ...tarting the engine The vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system The regular brake must be fully applied first and then the shift lever button pressed before shifting from P Park...

Page 180: ...celerator pedal about halfway down Going about 56 km h 35 mph or more push the accelerator all the way down M This position allows shifting similar to a manual transmission See Manual Mode 0 180 Cauti...

Page 181: ...wnshift The instrument cluster will change from the currently displayed message to the letter M for Manual position and a number indicating the requested gear While using the DSC feature the transmiss...

Page 182: ...g skid When the vehicle begins to drive away ABS checks itself A momentary motor or clicking noise may be heard while this test is going on and it may even be noticed that the brake pedal moves a litt...

Page 183: ...Caution Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts Make sure that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warni...

Page 184: ...ak begins to limit wheel spin cruise control will disengage Cruise control may be turned back on when road conditions allow Both systems come on automatically when the vehicle is started and begins to...

Page 185: ...age is displayed in the DIC See Ride Control System Messages 0 129 To turn TCS on again press and release g The Traction Off light i displayed in the instrument cluster will turn off If TCS is limitin...

Page 186: ...collision alert occurs when cruise control is activated cruise control is disengaged See Forward Collision Alert FCA System 0 191 When road conditions allow you to safely use it again cruise control...

Page 187: ...Information Center DIC Base Level 0 121 The increment value used depends on the units displayed Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control If the cruise control system is already activated Move the th...

Page 188: ...y other object outside of the cameras field of view below the bumper or under the vehicle Shown distances may be different from actual distances Do not drive or park the vehicle using only these camer...

Page 189: ...now mud or anything else builds up on the rear bumper sensors Use caution while backing up when towing a trailer as the RCTA detection zones that extend out from the back of your vehicle do not move f...

Page 190: ...e ground and below liftgate level This detection distance may be less during warmer or humid weather Warning The Parking Assist system does not detect children pedestrians bicyclists animals or object...

Page 191: ...d beeps only sound to indicate the front object Turning the System On and Off The FRPA system can be turned on and off by pressing the park assist button on the center stack forward of the shift lever...

Page 192: ...ly the brakes When approaching a slower moving or stopped vehicle ahead too rapidly or when following a vehicle too closely FCA may not provide a warning with enough time to help avoid a crash It also...

Page 193: ...ay be disengaged when the Collision Alert occurs Selecting the Alert Timing The Collision Alert control is on the steering wheel Press to set the FCA timing to far medium or near or on some vehicles O...

Page 194: ...both sides of the vehicle or 3 5 m 11 ft The height of the zone is approximately between 0 5 m 1 5 ft and 2 m 6 ft off the ground This zone starts at approximately the middle of the vehicle and goes...

Page 195: ...70 If the DIC still displays the system unavailable message after cleaning both sides of the vehicle toward the rear corners of the vehicle see your dealer If the SBZA displays do not light up when ve...

Page 196: ...ever The control indicator will light when LDW is on When LDW is on is green if LDW is available to warn of a lane departure If the vehicle crosses a detected lane marking without using the turn signa...

Page 197: ...han 15 ethanol by volume such as mid level ethanol blends 16 50 ethanol E85 or FlexFuel Fuel with any amount of methanol methylal and aniline These fuels can corrode metal fuel system parts or damage...

Page 198: ...tment Cleaner added to the fuel tank at every engine oil change can help GM Fuel System Treatment Cleaner is the only gasoline additive recommended by General Motors It is available at your dealer Fil...

Page 199: ...ls Potential fuel fires Be careful not to spill fuel Wait a few seconds after you have finished pumping before removing the nozzle Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Exterior Car...

Page 200: ...fuel containers Remove the container from the vehicle trunk or pickup bed before filling Place the container on the ground Place the nozzle inside the fill opening of the container before dispensing...

Page 201: ...h 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 vehicl...

Page 202: ...Replacement 225 Headlamp Aiming Headlamp Aiming 225 Bulb Replacement Bulb Replacement 226 Halogen Bulbs 226 LED Lighting 226 Headlamps Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps 226 Fog Lamps 227 Taillamps T...

Page 203: ...NG Most motor vehicles including this one as well as many of its service parts and fluids contain and or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other repr...

Page 204: ...se of non GM certified parts including control module or software modifications is not covered under the terms of the vehicle warranty and may affect remaining warranty coverage for affected parts GM...

Page 205: ...mileage and the date of any service work performed See Maintenance Records 0 291 Caution Even small amounts of contamination can cause damage to vehicle systems Do not allow contaminants to contact th...

Page 206: ...1 Before closing the hood be sure all filler caps are on properly Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop Remove the hood prop from the slot in the underside of the hood and return th...

Page 207: ...Buick Encore Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9956106 2017 crc 10 20 16 206 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 1 4L L4 Engine LE2...

Page 208: ...l Dipstick See Engine Oil 0 209 4 Engine Cooling Fan Out of View See Cooling System 0 214 5 Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap See Cooling System 0 214 6 Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brakes 0 220...

Page 209: ...Buick Encore Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9956106 2017 crc 10 20 16 208 Vehicle Care 1 4L L4 Engine LUV...

Page 210: ...s section Check the engine oil level regularly and maintain the proper oil level See Checking Engine Oil and When to Add Engine Oil in this section Change the engine oil at the appropriate time See En...

Page 211: ...not add too much oil Oil levels above or below the acceptable operating range shown on the dipstick are harmful to the engine If you find that you have an oil level above the operating range i e the e...

Page 212: ...vehicle warranty What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long...

Page 213: ...ulate the next engine oil change To reset the system 1 Press the MENU button to show Remaining Oil Life on the display This display shows an estimate of the oil s remaining useful life If 99 is displa...

Page 214: ...oving the engine air cleaner filter make sure that the engine air cleaner filter housing and nearby components are free of dirt and debris Remove the engine air cleaner filter Lightly tap and shake th...

Page 215: ...off Caution If the air cleaner filter is off dirt can easily get into the engine which could damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when you are driving Cooling System The cooling syst...

Page 216: ...s or 240 000 km 150 000 mi whichever occurs first The following explains the cooling system and how to check and add coolant when it is low If there is a problem with engine overheating see Engine Ove...

Page 217: ...rn line when the engine is running Check to see 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 c...

Page 218: ...ressure cap slowly counterclockwise about one quarter of a turn If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop This will allow any pressure still left to be vented out the discharge hose 2 Keep turning the...

Page 219: ...the vehicle warranty If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment Warning Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly even if you just open the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or he...

Page 220: ...needs windshield washer fluid be sure to read the manufacturer s instructions before use If operating the vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing use a fluid that has sufficie...

Page 221: ...ed 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 pads for wear and evenly tighten...

Page 222: ...s hot enough You or others could be burned and the vehicle could be damaged Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system When the brake fluid falls to a low level the brake war...

Page 223: ...egative cable from the battery to keep the battery from running down Extended Storage Remove the black negative cable from the battery or use a battery trickle charger All Wheel Drive Transfer Case Un...

Page 224: ...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 vehicle facing d...

Page 225: ...to place with the wiper arm 4 Place the wiper arm with the wiper blade in place back on the windshield Caution Damage may occur if the wiper blades are not in contact with the windshield before turnin...

Page 226: ...ms When a windshield replacement is needed and the vehicle is equipped with a front looking camera sensor for the Driver Assistance Systems the windshield must be installed according to GM specificati...

Page 227: ...D Lighting This vehicle has several LED lamps For replacement of any LED lighting assembly contact your dealer Headlamps Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps Base Level Headlamp Assembly The base model...

Page 228: ...tainer Uplevel Headlamp Assembly The uplevel model vehicle has LED high beam and low beam headlamps a turn signal lamp a parking lamp a DRL and sidemarker lamp and lamps on the headlamp assembly Fog L...

Page 229: ...cover and front wheel liner Taillamps Turn Signal Sidemarker Stoplamps and Back Up Lamps Taillamp Assembly The vehicle has halogen turn signal lamps and back up lamps LED tail stoplamps and a sidemar...

Page 230: ...icle Care 229 2 Remove the cover Driver Side Shown Passenger Side Similar 1 Turn Signal Lamp 2 Back Up Lamp 1 Remove the bulb holder 2 Remove and replace the bulb 3 Put the bulb holder into the tailla...

Page 231: ...H11LL High Beam Headlamp Base level HB3LL Front Fog Lamp Base and Uplevel H8LL Rear Turn Signal Lamp WY21W Back Up Lamp W16W License Plate Lamp W5W For replacement bulbs not listed here contact your d...

Page 232: ...fixed Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused by...

Page 233: ...valve 6 Intelligent battery sensor 7 Electric steering column lock 8 Transmission control module FICM 9 Automatic occupancy sensing module 10 Headlamp leveling switch Headlamp leveling motor Rear Min...

Page 234: ...h beam headlamp 32 Right high beam headlamp Mini Fuses Usage 33 Engine control module battery 34 Horn 35 A C clutch 36 Front fog lamps J Case Fuses Usage 1 Electronic brake control module pump 2 Front...

Page 235: ...ge it Always keep the covers on any electrical component The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the relays and features shown Relays Usage 01 Electric vacuum pump 02 Cooling fan control 1 03 Cool...

Page 236: ...rol module 7 F8 Body control module 8 F9 Discrete logic ignition switch F10 Sensing diagnostic module battery F11 Data link connector F12 HVAC module ICS F13 Liftgate relay Fuses Usage F14 Central gat...

Page 237: ...s Usage M01 Positive temperature coefficient S B Fuses Usage S B01 Passenger power seat S B02 S B03 Front power windows S B04 Rear power windows S B05 Logistic mode relay S B06 Driver power seat S B07...

Page 238: ...audio F4 F5 Rear drive control module F6 Left cornering lamp F7 Right cornering lamp F8 F9 F10 F11 F12 F13 F14 F15 F16 F17 F18 S B Fuses Usage S B01 S B02 S B Fuses Usage S B03 S B04 DC AC inverter mo...

Page 239: ...e same danger 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 the tires are cold...

Page 240: ...ving on ice or snow covered roads is expected See your dealer for details regarding winter tire availability and proper tire selection Also see Buying New Tires 0 252 With winter tires there may be de...

Page 241: ...xamples show a typical passenger vehicle tire and a compact spare tire sidewall Passenger P Metric Tire Example 1 Tire Size The tire size is a combination of letters and numbers used to define a parti...

Page 242: ...hat can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load Compact Spare Tire Example 1 Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread 2 Tempor...

Page 243: ...er P as the first character in the tire size means a passenger vehicle tire engineered to standards set by the U S Tire and Rim Association 2 Tire Width The three digit number indicates the tire secti...

Page 244: ...ad Cold Tire Pressure The amount of air pressure in a tire measured in kPa kilopascal or psi pounds per square inch before a tire has built up heat from driving See Tire Pressure 0 245 Curb Weight The...

Page 245: ...asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that faces outward when mounted on a vehicle The side of the tire that contains a whitewall bears white lettering or bears manufacturer brand and or model...

Page 246: ...lb plus the rated cargo load See Vehicle Load Limits 0 165 Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire Load on an individual tire due to curb weight accessory weight occupant weight and cargo weight Vehicle Plac...

Page 247: ...alve stem Press the tire gauge firmly onto the valve to get a pressure measurement If the cold tire inflation pressure matches the recommended pressure on the Tire and Loading Information label no fur...

Page 248: ...e 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 approximately one mi...

Page 249: ...indicator that the air pressure is getting low and needs to be inflated to the proper pressure A Tire and Loading Information label shows the size of the original equipment tires and the correct infl...

Page 250: ...res 0 252 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...

Page 251: ...rn chirp confirms that the sensor identification code has been matched to this tire and wheel position 9 Proceed to the passenger side front tire and repeat the procedure in Step 8 10 Proceed to the p...

Page 252: ...res Do not include the compact spare tire in the tire rotation Adjust the front and rear tires to the recommended inflation pressure on the Tire and Loading Information label after the tires have been...

Page 253: ...ion Number TIN which is molded into one side of the tire sidewall The first two digits represent the week 01 52 and the last two digits the year For example the third week of the year 2010 would have...

Page 254: ...one axle set of worn tires place the new tires on the rear axle Winter tires with the same speed rating as the original equipment tires may not be available for H V W Y and ZR speed rated tires Never...

Page 255: ...used there may not be an acceptable level of performance and safety if tires not recommended for those wheels are selected This increases the chance of a crash and serious injury Only use GM specific...

Page 256: ...ured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warning The traction grade assigned to this tire is ba...

Page 257: ...replace it Some aluminum wheels can be repaired See your dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel that is needed Each new wheel should have the same load carryi...

Page 258: ...what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire creates a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly Steer to maintain lane...

Page 259: ...l over or fall causing injury or death Find a level place to change the tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly Continued Warning Continued 2 Put an automatic trans...

Page 260: ...equipped 6 Jack To access the spare tire and tools 1 Open the liftgate See Liftgate 0 36 2 Lift the trim cover 3 Remove the subwoofer assembly on top of the spare tire by turning the center retainer...

Page 261: ...an damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle Warning Lift...

Page 262: ...a crash 11 Reinstall the wheel nuts Turn each nut clockwise by hand until the wheel is held against the hub 12 Lower the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise Lower the jack completely...

Page 263: ...ld strike someone Store all these in the proper place Storing the Flat Tire and Tools 1 Return the jack and tools to their original storage location 2 Replace the trim cover 3 Place the flat tire lyin...

Page 264: ...that the vehicle speed be limited to 80 km h 50 mph To conserve the tread of the spare tire have the standard tire repaired or replaced as soon as convenient and return the spare tire to the storage a...

Page 265: ...ain other chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING Continued Warning Continued See California Proposition 65 Warning 0 202 Warning Batteries can hurt you Th...

Page 266: ...damaged Only use a vehicle that has a 12 volt system with a negative ground for jump starting 2 Position the two vehicles so that they are not touching 3 Set the parking brake firmly and put the shif...

Page 267: ...other end of the black negative cable to the negative grounding point for the discharged battery 9 Start the engine in the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine at idle speed for at least f...

Page 268: ...he cover with the notch in the original position Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if the disabled vehicle must be towed Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing mean...

Page 269: ...icle Dinghy Towing Caution If the vehicle is towed with all four wheels on the ground the drivetrain components could be damaged The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Do not tow the...

Page 270: ...ove the shift lever to P Park 3 Set the parking brake 4 Clamp the steering wheel in a straight ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing 5 Turn the vehicle off 6 Secure the vehicle to...

Page 271: ...ing correct product usage necessary safety precautions and appropriate disposal of any vehicle care product Caution Avoid using high pressure washes closer than 30 cm 12 in to the surface of the vehic...

Page 272: ...Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may damage it Use only non abrasive waxes and polishes that are made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish on the vehic...

Page 273: ...e lamp cover that would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Caution Using wax on low gloss black finish stripes can increase the gloss level and create a non uniform finish Clean low gloss stripes...

Page 274: ...nd dust Always wash the chrome with soap and water after exposure Caution To avoid surface damage do not use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes cleaners brushes or cleaners that contain acid on...

Page 275: ...orrosion protection while maintaining the vehicle warranty Finish Damage Quickly repair minor chips and scratches with touch up materials available from your dealer to avoid corrosion Larger areas of...

Page 276: ...g with plain water Caution To prevent scratching never use abrasive cleaners on automotive glass Abrasive cleaners or aggressive cleaning may damage the rear window defogger Cleaning the windshield wi...

Page 277: ...a microfiber cloth on high gloss surfaces or vehicle displays First use a soft bristle brush to remove dirt that can scratch the surface Then gently clean by rubbing with a microfiber cloth Never use...

Page 278: ...water and then dry completely Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry Warning Do not bleach or dye safety belt webbing It may severely weaken the webbing In a crash they might not be able to pr...

Page 279: ...iver side floor mat Use only a single floor mat on the driver side Do not place one floor mat on top of another The driver side floor mat is held in place by a button type retainer Removing and Replac...

Page 280: ...using genuine replacement parts They have up to date tools and equipment for fast and accurate diagnostics Many dealers have extended evening and Saturday hours courtesy transportation and online sch...

Page 281: ...fer to the information in the Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services Severe chart Warning Performing maintenance work can be dangerous and can cause serious injury Perform maintenance work...

Page 282: ...r blades See Wiper Blade Replacement 0 223 Check tire inflation pressures See Tire Pressure 0 245 Inspect tire wear See Tire Inspection 0 250 Visually check for fluid leaks Inspect engine air cleaner...

Page 283: ...mi 1 4 4 0 0 0 k m 9 0 0 0 0 mi 1 5 6 0 0 0 k m 9 7 5 0 0 mi 1 6 8 0 0 0 k m 1 0 5 0 0 0 mi 1 8 0 0 0 0 k m 11 2 5 0 0 mi 1 9 2 0 0 0 k m 1 2 0 0 0 0 mi 2 0 4 0 0 0 k m 1 2 7 5 0 0 mi 2 1 6 0 0 0 k m...

Page 284: ...replacement may also be needed if there is reduced airflow window fogging or odors Your GM dealer can help determine when to replace the filter 2 Visually check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for...

Page 285: ...9 0 0 0 0 mi 1 5 6 0 0 0 k m 9 7 5 0 0 mi 1 6 8 0 0 0 k m 1 0 5 0 0 0 mi 1 8 0 0 0 0 k m 11 2 5 0 0 mi 1 9 2 0 0 0 k m 1 2 0 0 0 0 mi 2 0 4 0 0 0 k m 1 2 7 5 0 0 mi 2 1 6 0 0 0 k m 1 3 5 0 0 0 mi 2 2...

Page 286: ...n help determine when to replace the filter 2 Visually check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper attachment connection routing and condition 3 Or every four years whichever comes first If dr...

Page 287: ...t the vehicle maintain a battery with full cranking power Trained dealer technicians have the diagnostic equipment to test the battery and ensure that the connections and cables are corrosion free Bel...

Page 288: ...ts for signs of leaking blown seals or damage and can advise when service is needed Tires Tires need to be properly inflated rotated and balanced Maintaining the tires can save money and fuel and can...

Page 289: ...of damage include scratches cracks and chips Trained dealer technicians can inspect the windshield and recommend proper replacement if needed Wiper Blades Wiper blades need to be cleaned and kept in...

Page 290: ...recommended See Engine Oil 0 209 Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 89021668 in Canada 89021674 or lubricant meeting req...

Page 291: ...aintenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 95021102 A3184C Engine Oil Filter 1 4L L4 Engine LUV 55594651 PF2257G 1 4L L4 Engine LE2 12670058 UPF64R...

Page 292: ...vice and Maintenance 291 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 provi...

Page 293: ...hield from outside The Vehicle Identification Number VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth...

Page 294: ...tion Capacities Metric English 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 informa...

Page 295: ...017 crc 10 20 16 294 Technical Data Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 1 4L L4 LUV B Automatic 0 60 0 70 mm 0 024 0 028 in 1 4L L4 LE2 M Automatic 0 60 0 70 mm 0 024 0 0...

Page 296: ...ata Recording and Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 306 Event Data Recorders 307 OnStar 307 Infotainment System 308 Customer Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and...

Page 297: ...ine Program to enforce your rights The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs o...

Page 298: ...0685 or call the General Motors Customer Care Centre 1 800 263 3777 English 1 800 263 7854 French or write to Mediation Arbitration Program c o Customer Care Centre General Motors of Canada Company Ma...

Page 299: ...e appointments I View and print dealer recorded service records and self recorded service records D Select a dealer and view locations maps phone numbers and hours r Track your vehicle s warranty info...

Page 300: ...calling Roadside Assistance have the following information ready Your name home address and home telephone number Telephone number of your location Location of the vehicle Model year color and licens...

Page 301: ...ental car or a vehicle being delivered back to the customer up to 805 km 500 mi Services Not Included in Roadside Assistance Impound towing caused by violation of any laws Legal fines Mounting dismoun...

Page 302: ...Courtesy Transportation a customer support program 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...

Page 303: ...stions of claim eligibility pursuant to the terms and conditions described herein at its sole discretion Collision Damage Repair If the vehicle is involved in a collision and it is damaged have the da...

Page 304: ...ovide reduced protection to the GM vehicle by limiting compensation for damage repairs through the use of aftermarket collision parts Some insurance companies will not specify aftermarket collision pa...

Page 305: ...may initially value 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 vehic...

Page 306: ...ules and with Industry Canada Standards RSS GEN 210 216 220 251 310 ICES 001 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 The device may not cause harmful interference 2 The device must acce...

Page 307: ...tion like this notify General Motors Call 1 800 521 7300 or write Buick Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33136 Detroit MI 48232 5136 In Canada call 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French or...

Page 308: ...are recorded However other parties such as law enforcement could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation To read data recorde...

Page 309: ...OnStar website See OnStar Additional Information 0 314 Infotainment System If the vehicle is equipped with a navigation system as part of the infotainment system use of the system may result in the s...

Page 310: ...and electrical system cellular service and GPS satellite signals to be available and operating OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers OnStar may collect information about you an...

Page 311: ...ehicle 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 With OnStar Crisis As...

Page 312: ...then a tone 2 Say Repeat System responds with the last direction given then responds with OnStar ready then a tone Get My Destination 1 Press System responds OnStar ready then a tone 2 Say Get my des...

Page 313: ...connection 3G 4G 4G LTE and signal quality poor good excellent 3 To change the SSID or password press Q or call 1 888 4ONSTAR to connect with an Advisor After initial set up your vehicle s Wi Fi hots...

Page 314: ...2 Say Call System responds Call Please say the name or number to call 3 Say 911 without pausing System responds 911 4 Say Call System responds OK dialing 911 Retrieve My Number 1 Press System responds...

Page 315: ...Assistance Turn by Turn Navigation and Hands Free Calling are available on most vehicles Not all OnStar services are available everywhere or on all vehicles For more information a full description of...

Page 316: ...first time when speaking with an Advisor To change the OnStar PIN contact an OnStar Advisor by pressing Q or calling 1 888 4ONSTAR Warranty OnStar equipment may be warranted as part of the vehicle war...

Page 317: ...he operation of the OnStar system and cause it to not operate Vehicle Software Updates OnStar or GM may remotely deliver software updates or changes to the vehicle without further notice or consent Th...

Page 318: ...TS IN NO EVENT SHALL THE AUTHORS OR COPYRIGHT HOLDERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM DAMAGES OR OTHER LIABILITY WHETHER IN AN ACTION OF CONTRACT TORT OR OTHERWISE ARISING FROM OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH TH...

Page 319: ...ondition is redistribution of a standard UnZipSFX binary including SFXWiz as part of a self extracting archive that is permitted without inclusion of this license as long as the normal SFX banner has...

Page 320: ...irbag System Check 75 How Does an Airbag Restrain 68 Passenger Sensing System 70 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 68 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 68 Airbag System cont d When Should an Airba...

Page 321: ...226 License Plate Lamps 229 Taillamps Turn Signal Sidemarker Stoplamps and Backup Lamps 228 Buying New Tires 252 C Calibration 104 California Fuel Requirements 196 Perchlorate Materials Requirements 2...

Page 322: ...ers 298 Customer Information Service Publications Ordering Information 304 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 295 D Damage Repair Collision 302 Danger Warning and Caution 3 Data Collection Infotainment S...

Page 323: ...Messages 127 Running While Parked 177 Starting 171 Entry Lighting 145 Event Data Recorders 307 Exit Lighting 145 Extended Parking 176 Extender Safety Belt 62 Exterior Lamp Controls 141 F Features Mem...

Page 324: ...Headlamps Aiming 225 Automatic 142 Bulb Replacement 226 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 142 Flash to Pass 142 High Beam On Light 120 High Low Beam Changer 141 Lamps On Reminder 120 Heated Steering Wheel 10...

Page 325: ...Charging System 114 Cruise Control 121 Engine Oil Pressure 119 Flash to Pass 142 Front Fog Lamp 120 High Beam On 120 High Low Beam Changer 141 Immobilizer 120 Lane Departure Warning 117 Low Fuel Warn...

Page 326: ...es 128 Odometer 110 Trip 110 Off Road Recovery 161 Oil Engine 209 Engine Oil Life System 211 Messages 127 Pressure Light 119 Older Children Restraints 75 Online Owner Center 298 OnStar 307 OnStar Addi...

Page 327: ...ehicle Start 32 Replacement Bulbs 230 Replacement Parts Airbags 75 Maintenance 290 Replacing Airbag System 75 Replacing LATCH System Parts after a Crash 89 Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a C...

Page 328: ...Function Check Automatic Transmission 223 Shifting Into Park 174 Out of Park 175 Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA 193 Sidemarker Bulb Replacement 228 Signals Turn and Lane Change 143 Spare Tire Compact 263...

Page 329: ...256 When It Is Time for New Tires 252 Winter 239 Towing General Information 199 Recreational Vehicle 267 Vehicle 267 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light 118 Off Light 118 Traction Control E...

Page 330: ...g Lights Gauges and Indicators 106 Warnings Hazard Flashers 143 Washer Fluid 219 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 256 Different Size 254 Replacement 256 When It Is Time for New Tires 252 Where to Put...

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