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

14018934) - 2020 - CRC - 2/27/20

Instruments and Controls

Instruments and
Controls

Controls

Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . 98
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . 98
Heated Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . 98
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . 98
Rear Window Wiper/

Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Wireless Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators

Warning Lights, Gauges, and

Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Fuel Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Engine Coolant Temperature

Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

Seat Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . . . 113
Airbag Readiness Light . . . . . . . 113
Passenger Airbag Status

Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114

Charging System Light . . . . . . . 115
Malfunction Indicator Lamp

(Check Engine Light) . . . . . . . . 115

Brake System Warning

Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

Electric Parking Brake

Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

Service Electric Parking Brake

Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

Antilock Brake System (ABS)

Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

Lane Keep Assist (LKA)

Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . 119
Pedestrian Ahead Indicator . . . 119
Traction Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
StabiliTrak OFF Light . . . . . . . . . 120
Traction Control System (TCS)/

StabiliTrak Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120

Tire Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Engine Oil Pressure Light . . . . 121
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . 122
Security Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . 122
Front Fog Lamp Light . . . . . . . . . 123
Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . 123

Cruise Control Light . . . . . . . . . . 123

Information Displays

Driver Information Center (DIC)

(Base Level) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

Driver Information Center (DIC)

(Uplevel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

Head-Up Display (HUD) . . . . . . 130

Vehicle Messages

Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Engine Power Messages . . . . . 135
Vehicle Speed Messages . . . . . 135

Vehicle Personalization

Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 135

Universal Remote System

Universal Remote System . . . . 140
Universal Remote System

Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140

Universal Remote System

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142

Summary of Contents for Buick Encore GX 2020

Page 1: ...84394118 B C M Y CM MY CY CMY K 20_BUI_Encore_GX_COV_en_US_84394118B_2020MAR03 ai 1 2 25 2020 7 41 10 AM 20_BUI_Encore_GX_COV_en_US_84394118B_2020MAR03 ai 1 2 25 2020 7 41 10 AM...

Page 2: ...and Windows 7 Seats and Restraints 39 Storage 92 Instruments and Controls 97 Lighting 143 Infotainment System 151 Climate Controls 216 Driving and Operating 223 Vehicle Care 303 Service and Maintenan...

Page 3: ...ry specifications features applications that may not be available in your region or changes subsequent to the printing of this owner s manual Refer to the purchase documentation relating to your speci...

Page 4: ...indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death Warning Warning indicates a hazard that could result in injury or death Caution Caution indicates a hazard tha...

Page 5: ...pply High Pressure Water B Engine Coolant Temperature _ Flame Fire Prohibited H Flammable Forward Collision Alert R Fuse Block Cover Lock Location Fuses j ISOFIX LATCH System Child Restraints Q Keep F...

Page 6: ...Buick Encore GX Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 14018934 2020 CRC 2 27 20 Introduction 5 Instrument Panel Overview...

Page 7: ...ts 0 48 If Equipped 9 Power Outlets 0 102 10 Wireless Charging 0 103 If Equipped 11 Stop Start Disable Switch If Equipped See Stop Start System 0 239 All Wheel Drive Button If Equipped Lane Keep Assis...

Page 8: ...0 Power Mirrors 31 Folding Mirrors 31 Heated Mirrors 31 Reverse Tilt Mirrors 31 Interior Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors 32 Manual Rearview Mirror 32 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 32 Rear Camera...

Page 9: ...cle See OnStar Overview 0 420 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System See Radio Frequency Statement 0 416 If there is a decrease in the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter operating range Check the distance...

Page 10: ...back up lamps will come on for about 30 seconds to light your approach to the vehicle The turn signal indicators may flash to indicate unlocking See Vehicle Personalization 0 135 Pressing K will disar...

Page 11: ...ng occur It has been more than five seconds since the first lock unlock button press Two lock unlock button presses were used to unlock all doors Any vehicle door has opened and all doors are now clos...

Page 12: ...lization 0 135 Temporary Disable of Passive Locking Temporarily disable passive locking by pressing and holding K on the interior door switch with a door open for at least four seconds or until three...

Page 13: ...ansmitter pocket 4 Press ENGINE START STOP When the transmitter is learned the DIC display will show that it is ready to program the next transmitter 5 Remove the transmitter from the transmitter pock...

Page 14: ...ed the DIC display will show that it is ready to program the next transmitter 6 Remove the transmitter from the transmitter pocket and press the transmitter K or Q button To program additional transmi...

Page 15: ...jury or death Seek medical attention immediately if a battery is swallowed Warning To avoid personal injury do not touch metal surfaces on the RKE transmitter when it has been exposed to extreme heat...

Page 16: ...t the new battery positive side toward the back cover Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery 6 Push together the transmitter 7 Insert the key back into the RKE transmitter Remote Vehicle Start Th...

Page 17: ...atures and turn off when the ignition is turned on After entering the vehicle during a remote start press the brake and ENGINE START STOP with the transmitter in the vehicle to drive the vehicle If th...

Page 18: ...opened while the vehicle is moving The chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash is increased if the doors are not locked So all passengers should wear seat belts properly and the doors sh...

Page 19: ...ansmitter must be within 1 m 3 ft of the liftgate or door being opened Press the button on the door handle to open See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 0 8 Driver Door Key Lock Cylinder Acces...

Page 20: ...round in the cylinder and repeat the reset procedure Power Door Locks Q Press to lock the doors K Press to unlock the doors Delayed Locking This feature delays the locking of the doors until five seco...

Page 21: ...ers inside has not reduced the driver door will unlock and the horn will chirp three times Lockout Protection can be manually overridden with the driver door open by pressing and holding Q on the powe...

Page 22: ...ftgate or trunk hatch open or with any objects that pass 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...

Page 23: ...while closing the liftgate This may cause the liftgate to be unlatched The liftgate has an electric latch If the battery is disconnected or has low voltage the liftgate will not open The liftgate will...

Page 24: ...the left of the latch to close Press any liftgate button the touch pad or b on the RKE transmitter while the liftgate is moving to stop it Pressing any liftgate button or pressing b twice quickly on t...

Page 25: ...encounters multiple obstacles on the same power cycle the power function will deactivate After removing the obstructions manually close the liftgate which will allow normal power operation functions...

Page 26: ...can be customized See Vehicle Personalization 0 135 Choose from the following On Open and Close The kicking motion is activated to both open and close the liftgate On Open Only The kicking motion is...

Page 27: ...ately 2 m 6 ft of the liftgate or another hands free operation has been detected the one minute timer will be reset The projected logo will not work under these conditions The vehicle battery is low T...

Page 28: ...E transmitter button press or a door is opened and closed RKE transmitter brought in and out of projected logo detection zone five times or more within five minutes Operative Off for one hour or until...

Page 29: ...ff Alarm system is disarmed On Solid Vehicle is secured during the delay to arm the system Fast Flash Vehicle is unsecured A door the hood or the liftgate is open Slow Flash Alarm system is armed Armi...

Page 30: ...tter Unlock the vehicle using the Keyless Access system Start the vehicle To avoid setting off the alarm by accident Lock the vehicle after all occupants have left the vehicle and all doors are closed...

Page 31: ...ll not change with the other transmitter or with a transmitter in the transmitter pocket your vehicle needs service If the ignition does change modes the first transmitter may be faulty See your deale...

Page 32: ...e Lane Change Alert LCA 0 285 Folding Mirrors Manual Folding Mirrors The mirrors can be folded inward toward the vehicle to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash Push the mirror outw...

Page 33: ...w Mirror If equipped automatic dimming reduces the glare of headlamps from behind The dimming feature comes on when the vehicle is started Rear Camera Mirror If equipped this automatic dimming mirror...

Page 34: ...The Rear Camera Mirror RCM has a limited view Portions of the road vehicles and other objects may not be seen Do not drive or park the vehicle using only this camera Objects may appear closer than th...

Page 35: ...mming mode The Rear Camera Mirror may not work properly or display a clear image if There is glare from the sun or headlamps This may obstruct objects from view If needed push the tab to turn off the...

Page 36: ...ont windows are up To reduce the sound open either a front window or the sunroof if equipped Power Windows Warning Children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing wind...

Page 37: ...ersal System The express close feature will reverse window movement if it comes in contact with an object Extreme cold or ice could cause the window to auto reverse The window will operate normally af...

Page 38: ...or in ACC ACCESSORY or Retained Accessory Power RAP must be active to operate the sunroof See Ignition Positions 0 236 and Retained Accessory Power RAP 0 244 1 Sunroof Switch SLIDE 2 Vent Switch TILT...

Page 39: ...will detect an object stop and open the sunroof or power sunshade slightly If frost or other conditions prevent closing override the feature by closing the sunroof in manual mode To stop movement rel...

Page 40: ...System Parts after a Crash 59 Airbag System Airbag System 60 Where Are the Airbags 62 When Should an Airbag Inflate 63 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 64 How Does an Airbag Restrain 65 What Will You See...

Page 41: ...s 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 in a crash To raise or lower the...

Page 42: ...aint can be folded rearward to allow for better visibility when the rear seat is unoccupied To fold the head restraint press the button on the side of the head restraint The head restraint will fold r...

Page 43: ...the seat 2 Slide the seat to the desired position and release the handle 3 Try to move the seat back and forth to be sure it is locked in place Height Adjustment If available move the lever up or dow...

Page 44: ...ust the seatback see Reclining Seatbacks 0 43 To adjust the lumbar support see Lumbar Adjustment 0 43 Lumbar Adjustment Press and hold the control forward to increase or rearward to decrease support R...

Page 45: ...Warning Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous Even when buckled up the seat belts cannot do their job Continued Warning Continued The shoulder belt will not be...

Page 46: ...s RKE transmitter number 1 8 See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 0 8 Only RKE transmitters 1 and 2 can be used for automatic memory recalls A Driver Information Center DIC welcome message i...

Page 47: ...will sound 4 Immediately press and hold the 1 or 2 memory button matching the above DIC welcome message until two beeps sound If too much time passes between releasing SET and pressing 1 the memory p...

Page 48: ...mirror selected Power steering wheel if equipped If the saved memory seat position does not automatically recall or recalls to the wrong positions the driver s RKE transmitter number 1 or 2 may not ma...

Page 49: ...nce 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 indicate the highest setting and one light the lo...

Page 50: ...s before driving To fold the seatback 1 Lower the head restraint all the way See Head Restraints 0 40 2 Move the seat as far back as possible See Seat Adjustment 0 42 or Power Seat Adjustment 0 42 3 L...

Page 51: ...ing in the rear seat The feature is active only once each time the vehicle is turned on and off and will require reactivation by opening and closing the rear doors There may be an alert even when ther...

Page 52: ...ded in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the seat belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted T...

Page 53: ...much worse than if you are wearing seat 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 buck...

Page 54: ...belts A Airbags are supplemental systems only They work with seat belts not instead of them Whether or not an airbag is provided all occupants still have to buckle up to get the most protection Also i...

Page 55: ...ould cause serious or even fatal injuries Wear the shoulder belt over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The shoulder belt locks if...

Page 56: ...All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap shoulder belt The following instructions explain how to wear a lap shoulder belt properly 1 Adjust the seat if the seat is adjustable so you can sit up...

Page 57: ...uckle tilt the latch plate flat to unlock 3 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Seat Belt Exten...

Page 58: ...elt is on the shoulder and not falling off of it The belt should be close to but not contacting the neck Improper shoulder belt height adjustment could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt in a c...

Page 59: ...en Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear seat belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible...

Page 60: ...ust or debris As necessary exterior hard surfaces and seat belt webbing may be lightly cleaned with mild soap and water Ensure there is not excessive dust or debris in the mechanism If dust or debris...

Page 61: ...il airbag for the driver and for the rear passengers seated directly behind the driver A roof rail airbag for the front outboard passenger and the rear passengers seated directly behind the front outb...

Page 62: ...n eye anyone who is up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Do not sit unnecessarily close to any airbag as you would be if sitting on the edge of th...

Page 63: ...ectrical problem See Airbag Readiness Light 0 113 Where Are the Airbags The driver frontal airbag is in the center of the steering wheel The front outboard passenger frontal airbag is in the passenger...

Page 64: ...person causing severe injury or even death The path of an Continued Warning Continued inflating airbag must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag and do not attach or pu...

Page 65: ...adjust the restraint according to crash severity Knee airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal impacts Knee airbags are not designed to inflate during vehicle roll...

Page 66: ...rbags See When Should an Airbag Inflate 0 63 Airbags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to seat belts What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates After frontal knee and seat mo...

Page 67: ...t could make it difficult to safely operate the vehicle Use caution if you should attempt to restart the engine after a crash has occurred In many crashes severe enough to inflate the airbag windshiel...

Page 68: ...ren are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the correct child restraint for their weight and size Whenever possible children aged 12 and under should be secured in a rear seating position Ne...

Page 69: ...airbag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the front outboard passenger seat When the passenger sensing system has allowed the airbags to be enabled the ON ind...

Page 70: ...r is still lit turn the vehicle off Then slightly recline the vehicle seatback and adjust the seat cushion if adjustable to make sure that the vehicle seatback is not pushing the child restraint into...

Page 71: ...risk of serious injury or even death An adult sized occupant should not ride in the front outboard passenger seat if the passenger airbag OFF indicator is lit Additional Factors Affecting System Opera...

Page 72: ...es that change the vehicle s frame bumper system height front end or side sheet metal may keep the airbag system from working properly The operation of the airbag system can also be affected by changi...

Page 73: ...duled maintenance or replacement Make sure the airbag readiness light is working See Airbag Readiness Light 0 113 Caution If an airbag covering is damaged opened or broken the airbag may not work prop...

Page 74: ...hen return to the booster seat Does the lap belt fit low and snug on the hips touching the thighs If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Can proper seat belt fit be maintained for the length...

Page 75: ...he child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt The child could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury The child might also slide under the lap belt The belt force wo...

Page 76: ...child restraints Neither the vehicle s seat belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Children who are not restrained properly can strike other people or can be thrown out of the vehicle...

Page 77: ...that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards The instruction manual that is provided with the child restraint states the weight and height limitations for that particular child restraint In ad...

Page 78: ...crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint Forward Facing Child Restraint A forward facing child restraint provides restraint for the child s body with the harness Booster Seats A belt...

Page 79: ...abels provided on the child restraint 2 Instruction manual provided with the child restraint 3 This vehicle owner s manual The child restraint instructions are important so if they are not available o...

Page 80: ...is fail safe No one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off Secure rear facing child restraints in a rear seat even if the airbag is...

Page 81: ...e LATCH anchorage system to secure a rear facing or forward facing child seat Booster seats use the vehicle s seat belts to secure the child and the booster seat If the manufacturer recommends that th...

Page 82: ...X X Forward Facing Child Restraint Greater than 29 5 kg 65 lb X See Securing Child Restraints With the Seat Belt in the Front Seat 0 88 or Securing Child Restraints With the Seat Belt in the Rear Sea...

Page 83: ...int connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash The child restraint may have a single teth...

Page 84: ...me 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 law requires th...

Page 85: ...s neck If the shoulder belt is locked and tightened around a child s neck the only way to loosen the belt is to cut it Buckle any unused seat belts behind the child restraint so children cannot reach...

Page 86: ...or if equipped Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps 2 1 Find the top tether anchor 2 2 Route attach and tighten the top tether according to your child restraint instructio...

Page 87: ...dealer to have the system inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible If the vehicle has the LATCH system and it was being used during a crash new LATCH system parts may be need...

Page 88: ...aint needs to be installed in the rear seat be sure to read Where to Put the Restraint 0 79 1 Put the child restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the...

Page 89: ...ely held in place To check grasp the child restraint at 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...

Page 90: ...0 66 for additional information If the child restraint uses a top tether see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 80 for top tether anchor locations Do not secure a child seat in a p...

Page 91: ...lt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Position the release button on the buckle away from the child restraint so that the seat belt cou...

Page 92: ...tor is not locked repeat Steps 5 and 6 7 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To check grasp the child restraint at the seat belt path and attempt to mo...

Page 93: ...Cargo Cover 94 Cargo Tie Downs 94 Cargo Management System 95 Convenience Net 95 Roof Rack System Roof Rack System 96 Storage Compartments Warning Do not store heavy or sharp objects in storage compar...

Page 94: ...the armrest Push the latch and lift the armrest to open There may be a small storage bin inside Remove the small bin to access more storage Additional Storage Features Rear Compartment Storage Panel C...

Page 95: ...can cause objects to be thrown in the vehicle You or others could be injured Use the cargo cover to cover items in the rear of the vehicle Installing the Cargo Cover 1 Slide the cargo cover into the t...

Page 96: ...loor to access the cargo management system After storing items make sure to properly secure the load floor The cargo management system has a height adjustment Convenience Net This vehicle may have a c...

Page 97: ...Loading cargo on the roof rack that weighs more than 75 kg 165 lb or hangs over the rear or sides of the vehicle may damage the vehicle Do not load cargo exceeding 75 kg 165 lbs and always load cargo...

Page 98: ...Brake System Warning Light 117 Electric Parking Brake Light 118 Service Electric Parking Brake Light 118 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light 118 Lane Keep Assist LKA Light 119 Vehicle Ahead Indica...

Page 99: ...wheel controls See Steering Wheel Controls 0 154 Heated Steering Wheel If equipped press to turn on or off A light near the button displays when the feature is turned on The steering wheel takes about...

Page 100: ...ld carefully loosen or thaw them Damaged blades should be replaced See Wiper Blade Replacement 0 328 Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor Wiper Parking If the ignition is turned off while th...

Page 101: ...ations return to normal when the transmission is no longer in N Neutral or the vehicle speed has increased Windshield Washer e Pull the windshield wiper lever toward you to spray windshield washer flu...

Page 102: ...vehicle is in R Reverse and the front windshield wiper is performing interval wipes then the rear wiper automatically performs interval wipes This feature can be turned on or off See Vehicle Personali...

Page 103: ...me while the ignition is off will drain the battery Always unplug electrical equipment when not in use and do not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum 15 amp rating Certain accessory plugs may n...

Page 104: ...let 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 with high initial peak wattage such as compressor driven...

Page 105: ...g pad to prevent burns To charge a compatible smartphone 1 Remove all objects from the charging pad The system may not charge if there are any objects on the charging pad 2 Place the smartphone face u...

Page 106: ...e code to you on CD ROM for a charge covering the cost of performing such distribution such as the cost of media shipping and handling upon email request to opensource lge com This offer is valid for...

Page 107: ...HE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators Warning lights and gauges can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious en...

Page 108: ...Buick Encore GX Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 14018934 2020 CRC 2 27 20 Instruments and Controls 107 Instrument Cluster Base Level English Metric Similar...

Page 109: ...Buick Encore GX Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 14018934 2020 CRC 2 27 20 108 Instruments and Controls Uplevel English Standard Theme Metric Similar...

Page 110: ...r applications This button is also used to return to or exit the last screen displayed on the DIC Press SELECT to access the cluster applications Use m to scroll through the list of available applicat...

Page 111: ...select the Audio app then press p to enter the Audio menu In the Audio menu browse for music select from the favorites or change the audio source Move thumbwheel up w or x to change the station or go...

Page 112: ...t reset The trip odometer is accessed and reset through the Driver Information Center DIC See Driver Information Center DIC Base Level 0 123 or Driver Information Center DIC Uplevel 0 127 Tachometer T...

Page 113: ...to fill up than the gauge indicated For example the gauge indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The gauge moves a l...

Page 114: ...the vehicle is started this light flashes and a chime may come on to remind passengers to fasten their seat belt Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled This cycle continues several t...

Page 115: ...indicator United States Canada When the vehicle is started the passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF for several seconds as a system check Then after several more seconds the status...

Page 116: ...sories such as the radio and air conditioner Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light This light is part of the vehicle s emission control on board diagnostic system If this light is on while the...

Page 117: ...ired Check the following If fuel has been added to the vehicle using the capless fuel funnel adapter make sure that it has been removed See Filling the Tank with a Portable Gas Can under Filling the T...

Page 118: ...a fault occurs the brake system warning light comes on and Driver Information Center DIC messages may display Vehicle speed may also be limited and the amount of brake pedal force applied may need to...

Page 119: ...Electric Parking Brake Light This light should come on briefly when starting the vehicle If it does not come on have it fixed so it will be ready to warn if there is a problem If this light stays on t...

Page 120: ...by gently turning the steering wheel if the vehicle approaches a detected lane marking The LKA light is amber when assisting This light flashes amber as a Lane Departure Warning LDW alert to indicate...

Page 121: ...not have the vehicle serviced by your dealer This light comes on when the StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control ESC system is turned off If StabiliTrak ESC is off the Traction Control System TCS i...

Page 122: ...will come on at every ignition cycle See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 0 353 Engine Oil Pressure Light Oil pressure can vary with engine speed outside temperature and oil viscosity On some models t...

Page 123: ...low on fuel The light turns off when fuel is added If it does not have the vehicle serviced Security Light The security light should come on briefly as the engine is started If it does not come on hav...

Page 124: ...e control light is white when the cruise control is on and ready and turns green when the cruise control is set and active See Cruise Control 0 256 Adaptive Cruise Control Light This light is white wh...

Page 125: ...st o or p Press to move between the interactive display zones in the cluster Thumbwheel Press to open a menu or select a menu item Press and hold to reset values on certain screens Trip Fuel Menu TRIP...

Page 126: ...N message will appear on the display The oil should be changed as soon as possible See Engine Oil 0 311 In addition to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life additional maintenance is reco...

Page 127: ...gh the menu items Not all items are available on every vehicle The following is a list of all possible menu items Fuel Economy The center displays the approximate instantaneous fuel economy as a numbe...

Page 128: ...lectable menu pages are Home 4 Info f Audio n Navigation 5 Phone 8 Options Not all application will be available on all vehicles Type 1 The DIC has different displays which can be accessed by using th...

Page 129: ...proximate average liters per 100 kilometers L 100 km or miles per gallon mpg This number is calculated based on the number of L 100 km mpg recorded since the last time this menu item was reset This nu...

Page 130: ...and the state of the system When the REPLACE AT NEXT OIL CHANGE message displays the engine air filter should be replaced at the time of the next oil change When the REPLACE NOW message displays the e...

Page 131: ...mage dim and placed low in your field of view Warning Do not attach any stickers decals or accessories on the Head Up Display HUD Do not attempt to adjust or move the HUD screen or the mechanical door...

Page 132: ...h the radio and the units of measurement is changed through the instrument cluster See Vehicle Personalization 0 135 and Options under Instrument Cluster 0 107 HUD Display The HUD may display some of...

Page 133: ...ur seconds D Lift and hold to brighten the display Press and hold to dim the display Continue to hold to turn the display off The HUD image will automatically dim and brighten to compensate for outsid...

Page 134: ...nt cluster Incoming phone calls may display in any HUD view Metric English Navigation View This displays digital speed indicators from speed view along with Turn by Turn Navigation information in some...

Page 135: ...ots reflected in the windshield for the Forward Collision Alert and Front Pedestrian Alert Vehicle Messages Messages displayed on the DIC indicate the status of the vehicle or some action that may be...

Page 136: ...epeatedly the vehicle should be taken to your dealer for service as soon as possible Under certain operating conditions propulsion will be disabled Try restarting after the vehicle has been off for 30...

Page 137: ...ee Rear Window Defogger under Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 218 Touch Off or On Ionizer If equipped with an ionizer this feature helps to clean the air inside the vehicle and remove contamin...

Page 138: ...enience Touch and the following may display Chime Volume Handsfree Liftgate Trunk Control Reverse Tilt Mirror Rain Sense Wipers Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear Extended Hill Start Assist Chime Volume This a...

Page 139: ...Door Anti Lock Out This setting prevents the driver door from locking when the door is open If this setting is on the Delayed Door Lock menu will not be available Touch Off or On Auto Door Unlock This...

Page 140: ...e Alert This feature sounds an alert when the RKE transmitter is left in the vehicle This menu also enables Remote No Longer in Vehicle Alert Touch Off or On Seating Position Touch and the following m...

Page 141: ...ld transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future programming Erase the programming when vehicle ownership is terminated See Erasing Universal Remote System Buttons later in this section...

Page 142: ...for five seconds If the light stays on or the garage door moves programming is complete If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds then changes to a solid light and the garage door does no...

Page 143: ...emote system The Universal Remote system indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly Proceed with Step 3 under Programming the Universal Remote System to complete Universal Remote Syst...

Page 144: ...Illumination Control 148 Courtesy Lamps 148 Dome Lamps 148 Reading Lamps 149 Lighting Features Entry Lighting 149 Exit Lighting 149 Battery Load Management 150 Battery Power Protection 150 Exterior L...

Page 145: ...IntelliBeam system press b on the turn signal lever when it is dark outside and the exterior lamp control is in AUTO or 5 The blue high beam on light appears on the instrument cluster when the high b...

Page 146: ...ch that the front end points upward causing the light sensor to aim high and not detect headlamps and taillamps The vehicle is being driven on winding or hilly roads The IntelliBeam system may need to...

Page 147: ...he instrument panel Do not cover the sensor otherwise the headlamps will come on when they are not needed The system may also turn on the headlamps when driving through a parking garage or tunnel When...

Page 148: ...rily 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 signaling a...

Page 149: ...ush the knob in all the way until it extends out and then turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to brighten or dim the lights Courtesy Lamps The courtesy lamps come on automatically when any doo...

Page 150: ...es 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 They stay on for about...

Page 151: ...as headlamps high beams rear window defogger climate control fan at high speed heated seats engine cooling fans trailer loads and loads plugged into accessory power outlets EPM works to prevent exces...

Page 152: ...62 USB Port 162 Auxiliary Jack 165 Bluetooth Audio 165 OnStar System OnStar System 166 Navigation Using the Navigation System 168 Maps 171 Navigation Symbols 172 Destination 173 OnStar System 179 Glob...

Page 153: ...ing These features may gray out when they are unavailable Many infotainment features are also available through the instrument cluster and steering wheel controls Before driving Become familiar with t...

Page 154: ...to seek to the beginning of the current or previous track Press and hold to quickly reverse through a track Release to return to playing speed 3 O When off press O to turn the system on Press and hold...

Page 155: ...all The favorite and volume switches are on the back of the steering wheel 1 Favorite When on a radio source press to select the next or previous favorite When on a media source press to select the ne...

Page 156: ...on System 0 168 Wi Fi Hotspot If equipped touch the Users icon to display the Wi Fi Hotspot menu Users If equipped touch the Users icon to sign in or create a new user profile and follow the on screen...

Page 157: ...gray out When a feature is touched it may highlight Infotainment Gestures Use the following finger gestures to control the infotainment system Touch Tap Touch Tap is used to select an icon or option a...

Page 158: ...en use the microfiber cloth by gently rubbing to clean Never use window cleaners or solvents Periodically hand wash the microfiber cloth separately using mild soap Do not use bleach or fabric softener...

Page 159: ...Navigate through all frequencies using the arrows on the right side of the Direct Tune display Directly enter a station or channel using the keypad When a new station or channel is entered the informa...

Page 160: ...favorite station Favorites can also be stored by touching H in a station or channel list This will highlight indicating that it is now saved as a favorite The number of favorites displayed is automat...

Page 161: ...signal area Touch HD Radio On Off to toggle HD Radio reception on and off Radio Data System RDS If equipped RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information With...

Page 162: ...on When this happens try reducing the treble on the radio SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service If equipped SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service provides digital radio reception Tall buildings or hills can int...

Page 163: ...hicle unconnected to a device could be damaged or cause an electrical short if the unconnected end comes in contact with liquids or another power source such as the accessory power outlet Playing from...

Page 164: ...artists or other types of media displays the up and down arrows and A Z appear on the left side Select A Z to view a display that will show all letters of the alphabet and select the letter to go to...

Page 165: ...h the chapter from the list to begin playback File System and Naming File systems supported by the USB are FAT32 NTFS HFS The songs artists albums and genres are taken from the file s song information...

Page 166: ...the center stack Possible auxiliary audio sources include Laptop computer Audio music player This jack is not an audio output Do not plug headphones into the auxiliary input jack Set up an auxiliary...

Page 167: ...h device This media content will not be part of the MyMedia source mode Some smartphones support sending Bluetooth music information to display on the system When the system receives this information...

Page 168: ...is the same as pressing Q or calling 1 888 4ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 The X option in the upper right corner of the screen does not end the call but returns to the previous display Turn by Turn Direction...

Page 169: ...Local map content updating Predictive Navigation can also be enabled or disabled at a later time by touching A Options While in Options touch Settings then Map and Navigation Settings and then Predict...

Page 170: ...p Traffic Events available with OnStar Connected Navigation Range Projection available for Electric Vehicles Settings Edit Destination if a route has been set Avoid on Route if a route has been set To...

Page 171: ...Zoom will remain on until both turns are completed Route Preferences Touch to access the Route Preferences The choices are Preferred Route Choose from two different route options Fastest or Eco Frien...

Page 172: ...until one of the above options is selected Alert Preferences Set alerts on or off during both inactive and active guidance views The following alerts may be available Congestion Alerts This alert disp...

Page 173: ...Home Page Navigation Symbols Following are the most common symbols that may appear in the Nav application This indicates the vehicle s current location and direction on the map This is the vehicle s c...

Page 174: ...rom the Contacts list An application on the smartphone that can send destinations to the vehicle An application downloaded to the vehicle such as OnStar Services that can send destinations to the navi...

Page 175: ...nformation Attributes include information such as street names street addresses and turn restrictions A detailed area includes all major highways service roads and residential roads The detailed areas...

Page 176: ...orth Up 2D map with North pointing up In this mode the current location icon will shift as the vehicle turns left and right Touch the icon to change the map type The icon and label will also update ac...

Page 177: ...e segment has been removed all segments are replaced by an activity indicator while the new route is recalculated When the recalculation is complete the activity indicator is replaced with the new rou...

Page 178: ...e Trip The trip can be resumed if it was canceled by touching the Resume Trip pop up option If the system has determined that the destination has been reached either because the arrival view displayed...

Page 179: ...ategories of icons can be selected Smart POI Icons on Map If Equipped The smart POI icons such as fuel stations and parking may appear based on time location driver search behavior driving conditions...

Page 180: ...h Front Seat Passenger Present If the system detects that the front seat passenger is present with both driver and passenger seat belts buckled touching the search icon will display an alert message t...

Page 181: ...f the vehicle The GPS shows the current position of the vehicle using signals sent by GPS satellites When the vehicle is not receiving signals from the satellites a symbol appears in the status bar Th...

Page 182: ...not be available when using automatic rerouting for the next right or left turn The route might not be changed when using automatic rerouting There is no route guidance when turning at an intersectio...

Page 183: ...vdisc com for details on ordering purchasing and installing a new or replacement SD card Features are subject to change For more information on this feature see my buick com learn Database Coverage Ex...

Page 184: ...peak one of the commands described in this section A voice recognition system prompt can be interrupted while it is playing by pressing g again Once voice recognition is started both the infotainment...

Page 185: ...for Speaking Commands Voice recognition can understand commands that are naturally stated in sentence form or direct commands that state the application and the task For best results Listen for the p...

Page 186: ...aging the list on a display during a voice recognition session suspends the current voice recognition event and plays the prompt Please select manually or touch the Back icon on the infotainment displ...

Page 187: ...og to enter a specific artist name Play Artist artist name Begin playback of a specific artist Play Album Begin a dialog to enter a specific album name Play Album album name Begin playback of a specif...

Page 188: ...irst the system will then ask for the song name The reply command would be to say the name of the song to play Similar limits exist for album content If there are more than 12 000 albums but fewer tha...

Page 189: ...rk On Mobile or On Other Initiate a call to a stored contact and location 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 di...

Page 190: ...system can be used while the ignition is on or in ACC ACCESSORY The range of the Bluetooth system can be up to 9 1 m 30 ft Not all mobile devices support all functions and not all mobile devices work...

Page 191: ...phones are within range of the system the system connects to the paired cell phone that is set to First to Connect If there is no cell phone set to First to Connect it will link to the cell phone whi...

Page 192: ...h the information icon to the right of the cell phone to open the cell phone s settings menu 5 Touch the First to Connect option to enable the setting for that device Cell phones and mobile devices ca...

Page 193: ...cut tray near the bottom of the display 2 Touch Phones 3 Touch the new cell phone to link to from the not connected phone list See First to Connect Paired Phones and Secondary Phone previously in this...

Page 194: ...using the keypad 1 Touch the Phone icon on the Home Page 2 Touch Keypad and enter partial phone numbers or contact names using the digits on the keypad to search Results will show on the right side of...

Page 195: ...ti Frequency DTMF Tones The in vehicle Bluetooth system can send numbers during a call This is used when calling a menu driven phone system Use the Keypad to enter the number Apple CarPlay and Android...

Page 196: ...upport google com androidauto For Apple CarPlay support see www apple com ios carplay Apple or Google may change or suspend availability at any time Android Auto Android Google Google Play and other m...

Page 197: ...or On Language This will set the display language used on the infotainment display Touch Language and select the appropriate language Phones Touch to connect to a different cell phone or mobile devic...

Page 198: ...ed to use this permission Used By Applications This setting lists all applications that are requested or are using Android defined as dangerous permissions Only requested and active permissions are sh...

Page 199: ...On Friendly Prompts This setting adjusts the formality of voice prompts Touch Off for shorter prompts Touch On to hear prompts with more personality Touch Auto to have the prompt match your command st...

Page 200: ...ry For more information on this feature see my buick com learn Preferences Touch the controls on the infotainment display to disable or enable the download of new updates in the background About Touch...

Page 201: ...or On Manage Favorites Touch to display a list of Audio Mobile Devices and Navigation favorites Favorites can be moved renamed or deleted To move touch and hold the favorite and then drag up or down...

Page 202: ...y display Set Up My Places Map Preferences Route Preferences Navigation Voice Control Traffic Preferences Alert Preferences Manage History About See Using the Navigation System 0 168 Phone Touch and t...

Page 203: ...other keys For a pushbutton start system 1 Start the engine 2 For automatic transmissions the vehicle must be in P Park For manual transmissions the vehicle must be stopped with the parking brake set...

Page 204: ...On certain vehicles when the Speed Limiter is turned ON the vehicle s maximum acceleration will be limited The DIC will display a message that the acceleration is limited Teen Driver Speed Warning Al...

Page 205: ...ght on the instrument cluster flashes and the DIC low fuel warning cannot be dismissed Report Card The vehicle owner must secure the driver s consent to record certain vehicle data when the vehicle is...

Page 206: ...64 374 km 40 000 mi To delete Report Card data do one of the following From the Report Card display touch Reset Touch Clear All Teen Keys and PIN from the Teen Driver menu This will also unregister an...

Page 207: ...io Explicit Language Notice Channels with frequent explicit language are indicated with an XL preceding the channel name Channel blocking is available for SiriusXM Satellite Radio receivers by notifyi...

Page 208: ...orp Bluetooth The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such marks by General Motors is under license Other trademarks and trade names are those of their resp...

Page 209: ...tware or any Gracenote Data to any third party YOU AGREE NOT TO USE OR EXPLOIT GRACENOTE DATA THE GRACENOTE SOFTWARE OR GRACENOTE SERVERS EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PERMITTED HEREIN You agree that your non e...

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Page 214: ...ved The product you have purchased Product contains Software Runtime Configuration No 505962 Software which is distributed by or on behalf of the Product manufacturer Manufacturer under license from S...

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Page 217: ...018934 2020 CRC 2 27 20 216 Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems Climate Control Systems 216 Dual Automatic Climate Control System 218 Air Vents Air Vents 221 Maintenance Passenge...

Page 218: ...ir is directed to the instrument panel outlets 6 Air is directed to the floor outlets 0 MAX Air is directed to the windshield and the fan runs at a higher speed Fog or frost is cleared from the windsh...

Page 219: ...sharp This may damage the rear window defogger grid and affect the radio s ability to pick up stations clearly The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty M or L If equipped press M or L...

Page 220: ...or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the temperature SYNC Press to link all climate zone settings to the driver setting The SYNC indicator light will turn on When the passenger settings are ad...

Page 221: ...e climate control system may have a sensor to automatically detect high humidity inside the vehicle When high humidity is detected the climate control system may adjust to outside air supply and turn...

Page 222: ...the inside of the vehicle The rear defog may come on during remote start based on cold ambient conditions If the vehicle has heated seats they may come on during a remote start See Remote Vehicle Sta...

Page 223: ...lled into the vehicle The filter should be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance See Maintenance Schedule 0 390 See your dealer regarding replacement of the filter Service All vehicles hav...

Page 224: ...king over Things That Burn 246 Extended Parking 246 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust 246 Running the Vehicle While Parked 247 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission 247 Manual Mode 249 Drive Syste...

Page 225: ...more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt In addition avoiding excessive speed sudden or abrupt turns and drunken or aggressive driving can help make trips safer and avoid the possibility...

Page 226: ...the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire s sidewall near the size Follow recommended scheduled maintenance Distracted Driving Distraction comes in many forms and can take your focus from the task...

Page 227: ...llow enough following distance between you and the driver in front of you Focus on the task of driving Drunk Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a global tragedy Warning D...

Page 228: ...ed Caution Continued 1 mph Use care when driving over other objects such as lane dividers and speed bumps Damage caused by misuse of the vehicle is not covered by the vehicle warranty The vehicle has...

Page 229: ...celerator and then if there 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 contac...

Page 230: ...nditions and avoid driving through large puddles and deep standing or flowing water Warning Wet brakes can cause crashes They might not work as well in a quick stop and could cause pulling to one side...

Page 231: ...e assist the brakes on a steep downhill slope Warning Coasting downhill in N Neutral or with the ignition off is dangerous This can cause overheating of the brakes and loss of steering assist Always h...

Page 232: ...signal for help Stay with the vehicle unless there is help nearby If possible use Roadside Assistance See Roadside Assistance Program 0 410 To get help and keep everyone in the vehicle safe Turn on t...

Page 233: ...ge Spin the wheels as little as possible and avoid going above 56 km h 35 mph Select All Wheel Drive AWD Mode See All Wheel Drive 0 250 Rocking the Vehicle to Get it Out Turn the steering wheel left a...

Page 234: ...ight 2 in kilograms and pounds The Tire and Loading Information label also shows the size of the original equipment tires 3 and the recommended cold tire inflation pressures 4 For more information on...

Page 235: ...in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load c...

Page 236: ...ed to the center pillar B pillar The label may show the size of the vehicle s original tires and the inflation pressures needed to obtain the gross weight capacity of the vehicle The label shows the g...

Page 237: ...needed Starting and Operating New Vehicle Break In Caution The vehicle does not need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines Do not drive at any...

Page 238: ...ned A sound may be heard as the lock actuates or releases The steering column lock may not release with the wheels turned off center If this happens the vehicle may not start Move the steering wheel f...

Page 239: ...tion indicator lamp as may be required for emission inspection purposes With the vehicle off and the brake pedal not applied pressing and holding the button for more than five seconds will place the v...

Page 240: ...P Wait at least 15 seconds between each try to allow the cranking motor to cool down When the engine starts release the accelerator If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again do the same thing...

Page 241: ...been unbuckled The hood has been opened The Auto Stop has reached the maximum allowed time Auto Stop Disable Switch If equipped the automatic engine stop start feature can be disabled and enabled by...

Page 242: ...ible Remove monthly or as necessary and clean away dust and debris Do not use the winter cover above 0 C 32 F Use only a mild soap to clean Do not use harsh soap strong detergents or vinyl protectant...

Page 243: ...34 2020 CRC 2 27 20 242 Driving and Operating ST Model with License Plate 1 Center grille cover and make sure that it is positioned correctly Base Model Base Model with License Plate ST Model ST Model...

Page 244: ...ing the vehicle An internal thermostat in the plug end of the cord will prevent engine coolant heater operation at temperatures above 18 C 0 F To Use the Engine Heater 1 Turn off the engine 2 Remove t...

Page 245: ...features if equipped will continue to function for up to 10 minutes or until the driver door is opened These features will also work when the ignition is in RUN or ACC ACCESSORY Infotainment System P...

Page 246: ...d the parking brake set Release the button and check that the shift lever cannot be moved out of P Park Torque Lock Torque lock is when the weight of the vehicle puts too much force on the parking paw...

Page 247: ...for up to half an hour If the vehicle is left parked and running with the RKE transmitter inside the vehicle it will continue to run for up to an hour The vehicle could turn off sooner if it is parked...

Page 248: ...d area such as a garage or a building that has no fresh air ventilation Running the Vehicle While Parked It is better not to park with the engine running If the vehicle is left with the engine running...

Page 249: ...hift lever into another gear See Shifting out of Park 0 245 R Use this gear to back up Caution Shifting to R Reverse while the vehicle is moving forward could damage the transmission The repairs would...

Page 250: ...warranty If the vehicle is stuck do not spin the tires When stopping on a hill use the brakes to hold the vehicle in place L Allows the driver to select the range of gear positions See Manual Mode 0...

Page 251: ...through 4 Fourth gears are shifted automatically To shift to 5 Fifth gear press the Plus button or shift into D Drive L Manual Mode will prevent shifting to a lower gear range if the engine speed is t...

Page 252: ...h a full size tire as soon as possible See Compact Spare Tire 0 371 Brakes Antilock Brake System ABS The Antilock Brake System ABS helps prevent a braking skid and maintain steering while braking hard...

Page 253: ...Be sure the vehicle is at a complete stop 2 Pull the EPB switch momentarily The Y or PARK light will flash and then stay on once the EPB is fully applied If the Y or PARK light flashes continuously th...

Page 254: ...or if the vehicle is pulling a trailer see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips 0 293 Brake Assist Brake Assist detects rapid brake pedal applications due to emergency braking situations and provid...

Page 255: ...that any of the drive wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction When this happens TCS applies the brakes to the spinning wheels and reduces engine power to limit wheel spin StabiliTrak ESC ac...

Page 256: ...ssisting the driver in maintaining control The vehicle is safe to drive but driving should be adjusted accordingly If d comes on and stays on 1 Stop the vehicle 2 Turn the engine off and wait 15 secon...

Page 257: ...speed Do not use cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause excessive wheel slip and y...

Page 258: ...Press down and release SET The desired set speed briefly appears in the instrument cluster 4 Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal The cruise control indicator on the instrument cluster turns gr...

Page 259: ...p steep hills you might have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain the vehicle speed When going downhill you might have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down If the brake pe...

Page 260: ...ntinued you are following This can occur when vehicles suddenly slow or stop ahead or enter your lane Also see Alerting the Driver later in this section Complete attention is always required while dri...

Page 261: ...ing the selected set speed Press to select a following gap setting for ACC of Far Medium or Near The speedometer reading can be displayed in either English or metric units See Instrument Cluster 0 107...

Page 262: ...lowable set speed is 25 km h 15 mph To set ACC while moving 1 Press 5 2 Get up to the desired speed 3 Press SET down and release 4 Remove your foot from the accelerator After ACC is set it may immedia...

Page 263: ...d When the accelerator pedal is pressed ACC will not brake because it is overridden The ACC indicator will turn blue on the instrument cluster Press and hold RES up until the desired set speed is disp...

Page 264: ...lowing gap Each press cycles the gap button through three settings Far Medium or Near When pressed the current gap setting displays briefly on the instrument cluster and HUD if equipped The gap settin...

Page 265: ...and HUD if equipped It only displays when a vehicle is detected in your vehicle s path moving in the same direction If this symbol is not displaying ACC will not respond to or brake for vehicles ahead...

Page 266: ...cle suddenly appears due to a vehicle ahead changing lanes Your vehicle may not stop and could cause a crash Use caution when using ACC Your complete attention is always required while driving and you...

Page 267: ...y if the stop was brief If necessary press RES up or the accelerator pedal to resume ACC If stopped for more than two minutes or if the driver door is opened and the driver seat belt is unbuckled the...

Page 268: ...arning On curves ACC may respond to a vehicle in another lane or may not have time to react to a vehicle in your lane You could crash into a vehicle ahead of you or lose control of your vehicle Give e...

Page 269: ...er Do not use ACC when driving on steep hills or when towing a trailer ACC will not detect a vehicle in the lane while driving on steep hills Disengaging ACC There are three ways to disengage ACC Step...

Page 270: ...are multiple changes in brightness or shadows along the vehicle roadway In a tunnel without the headlamps on or in a tunnel when there is a vehicle in front that does not have its taillamps on Subjec...

Page 271: ...ms These systems do not replace the need for paying attention and driving safely You may not hear or feel alerts or warnings provided by these systems Failure to use proper care when driving may resul...

Page 272: ...messages may display when the systems are unavailable or blocked Front and rear bumpers and the area below the bumpers Front grille and headlamps Front camera lens in the front grille or near the fron...

Page 273: ...ble or disable the guidance lines 1 View Displayed by the Rear Vision Camera 1 View Displayed by the Rear Vision Camera 2 Corners of the Rear Bumper Displayed images may be farther or closer than they...

Page 274: ...camera is above the license plate The Surround Vision system can be accessed by selecting CAMERA in the infotainment display or when the vehicle is shifted into R Reverse To return to the previous scr...

Page 275: ...button will toggle between the two views Side Forward Rearward View Displays a view that shows objects next to the front or rear sides of the vehicle Touch Side Forward Rearward View on the infotainm...

Page 276: ...one beep will be heard from the rear When an object is very close 0 6 m 2 ft in the vehicle rear or 0 3 m 1 ft in the vehicle front five beeps will sound from the front or rear depending on object loc...

Page 277: ...vehicle APA does not respond to changes in the parking space such as movement of an adjacent vehicle or a person or object entering the parking space APA does not detect or avoid traffic that is behin...

Page 278: ...press the accelerator Check surroundings and be prepared to stop to avoid vehicles pedestrians or objects not detected by the system In case the driver brakes APA will not disengage Manual steering b...

Page 279: ...t FCA System If equipped the FCA system may help to avoid or reduce the harm caused by front end crashes When approaching a vehicle ahead too quickly FCA provides a red flashing alert on the windshiel...

Page 280: ...he FCA sensor is blocked by dirt snow or ice or if the windshield is damaged It may also not detect a vehicle on winding or hilly roads or in conditions that can limit visibility such as fog rain or s...

Page 281: ...ng Alert features The timing of both alerts will vary based on vehicle speed The faster the vehicle speed the farther away the alert will occur Consider traffic and weather conditions when selecting t...

Page 282: ...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 vehicles up to approximately 60 m 197 ft W...

Page 283: ...apply the brakes as needed AEB and IBA can be disabled through vehicle personalization See Collision Detection Systems under Vehicle Personalization 0 135 Warning Using AEB or IBA while towing a trail...

Page 284: ...d Warning Continued Due to poor visibility including nighttime conditions fog rain or snow If the FPB sensor is blocked by dirt snow or ice If the headlamps or windshield are not cleaned or in proper...

Page 285: ...brakes have not been applied FPB may automatically brake moderately or brake hard This can help to avoid some very low speed pedestrian crashes or reduce pedestrian injury FPB can automatically brake...

Page 286: ...change lanes Since this system is part of the Lane Change Alert LCA system read the entire LCA section before using this feature Lane Change Alert LCA If equipped the LCA system is a lane changing ai...

Page 287: ...play will flash as an extra warning not to change lanes LCA can be disabled When you disable LCA Side Blind Zone Alert is also disabled See Collision Detection Systems under Vehicle Personalization 0...

Page 288: ...ay also provide a Lane Departure Warning LDW alert if the vehicle crosses a detected lane marking LKA can be overridden by turning the steering wheel This system is not intended to keep the vehicle ce...

Page 289: ...is disabled When on A is white if equipped indicating that the system is not ready to assist A is green if LKA is ready to assist LKA may assist by gently turning the steering wheel if the vehicle app...

Page 290: ...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 engine clean...

Page 291: ...decrease the life of the emissions catalyst Fuels in Foreign Countries The U S Canada and Mexico post fuel octane ratings in anti knock index AKI For fuel not to use in a foreign country see Prohibit...

Page 292: ...top before beginning to flow fuel To open the fuel door push and release the rearward center edge of the door The capless refueling system does not have a fuel cap Fully insert and latch the fill nozz...

Page 293: ...d be damaged 3 Remove and clean the funnel adapter and return it to the storage location Filling a Portable Fuel Container Warning Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in the vehicle Stati...

Page 294: ...section have been followed Ask your dealer for advice and information about towing a trailer with the vehicle Driving with a Trailer Trailering is different than just driving the vehicle by itself Tra...

Page 295: ...tion while backing up when towing a trailer as the RCTA detection zones that extend out from the back of the vehicle do not move further back when a trailer is towed Warning To prevent serious injury...

Page 296: ...vehicle before returning to the lane Pass on level roadways Avoid passing on hills if possible Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand To move the trailer to the left move that...

Page 297: ...ually release the brake pedal to allow the chocks to absorb the load of the trailer 4 Reapply the brake pedal Then apply the parking brake and shift into P Park 5 Release the brake pedal Leaving After...

Page 298: ...wing Equipment 0 300 to determine if equalizer bars are required to obtain the maximum trailer weight rating See Trailer Brakes under Towing Equipment 0 300 to determine if brakes are required based o...

Page 299: ...rmation label The gross combined weight can also be confirmed by weighing the truck and trailer on a public scale The truck and trailer should be loaded for the trip with passengers and cargo Gross Ve...

Page 300: ...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 301: ...ur vehicle This will help reduce the effect of the trailer tongue weight on the trailer hitch and the rear axle If a cargo carrier is used in the trailer hitch receiver choose a carrier that positions...

Page 302: ...loaded weight of the trailer exceeds certain minimums that can vary from state to state Read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so they are installed adjusted and maintained properly N...

Page 303: ...rical Equipment Warning The Data Link Connector DLC is used for vehicle service and Emission Inspection Maintenance testing See Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light 0 115 A device connected t...

Page 304: ...Check 328 Wiper Blade Replacement 328 Windshield Replacement 330 Gas Strut s 330 Headlamp Aiming Front Headlamp Aiming 331 Bulb Replacement Bulb Replacement 331 Halogen Bulbs 332 LED Lighting 332 Hea...

Page 305: ...ervice and parts needs visit your dealer You will receive genuine GM parts and GM trained and supported service people Genuine GM parts have one of these marks California Proposition 65 Warning Warnin...

Page 306: ...e vehicle warranty Damage to vehicle components resulting from modifications or the installation or use of non GM certified parts including control module or software modifications is not covered unde...

Page 307: ...ems Do not allow contaminants to contact the fluids reservoir caps or dipsticks Hood Warning For vehicles with auto engine stop start turn the vehicle off before opening the hood If the vehicle is on...

Page 308: ...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 the prop rod to its retainer The prop rod must click into place...

Page 309: ...Buick Encore GX Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 14018934 2020 CRC 2 27 20 308 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 1 2L L3 Engine LIH...

Page 310: ...317 3 Engine Oil Dipstick See Engine Oil 0 311 4 Engine Cooling Fan Out of View See Cooling System 0 317 5 Engine Oil Fill Cap See Engine Oil 0 311 6 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 0 315 7 Brake Fluid Rese...

Page 311: ...Buick Encore GX Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 14018934 2020 CRC 2 27 20 310 Vehicle Care 1 3L L3 Engine L3T...

Page 312: ...ee Selecting the Right Engine Oil in this 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 e...

Page 313: ...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 engine has so much oil tha...

Page 314: ...be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly dispos...

Page 315: ...ining useful life If 99 is displayed that means that 99 of the current oil life remains 2 Press and hold l or the thumbwheel while the Oil Life display is active The oil life will change to 100 If the...

Page 316: ...Disable display area Select Reset then press l or press the thumbwheel Then press Yes to confirm the reset 4 100 AIR FILTER LIFE will be displayed when the Engine Air Filter Life System is successfull...

Page 317: ...and slide it out of the assembly 5 Inspect or replace the engine air cleaner filter 6 Lower the cover slide it into the assembly then secure with the screws See Maintenance Schedule 0 390 for replace...

Page 318: ...gine is not running and can cause injury Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan Warning Do not touch heater or radiator hoses or other engine parts They can be very hot and...

Page 319: ...e Caution Do not use anything other than a mix of DEX COOL coolant that meets GM Standard GMW3420 and clean drinkable water Anything else can cause damage to the engine cooling system and the vehicle...

Page 320: ...ain water or other liquids such as alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will With plain water or the wrong mixture the engine could get too hot but there would not be an overheat warning...

Page 321: ...surge tank may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the indicated level mark 5 Replace the pressure cap tightly 6 Verify cool...

Page 322: ...appears get service help right away See Roadside Assistance Program 0 410 If the decision is made to lift the hood make sure the vehicle is parked on a level surface Then check to see if the engine co...

Page 323: ...s no sign of steam idle the engine for three minutes while parked If the warning is still displayed turn off the engine until it cools down Washer Fluid What to Use When the vehicle needs windshield w...

Page 324: ...Caution Continuing to drive with worn out brake pads could result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly appl...

Page 325: ...vel 0 123 or Driver Information Center DIC Uplevel 0 127 2 Press and hold l or the thumbwheel Select front or rear pads as appropriate 3 Select YES on the confirmation message Repeat for pads on the o...

Page 326: ...ed Add or remove fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system Warning If too much brake fluid is added it can spill on the engine and burn if the engine is hot enough You or...

Page 327: ...ain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Batteries also contain other chemicals known to the State of Califor...

Page 328: ...nal nut from the vehicle to secure the negative battery cable Do not use a different nut If you need a replacement nut see your dealer Tighten the nut with a hand tool Do not use an impact wrench or p...

Page 329: ...d 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 vehicle fa...

Page 330: ...nto 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 turni...

Page 331: ...here may be unexpected behavior and or messages from these systems Gas Strut s This vehicle is equipped with gas strut s to provide assistance in lifting and holding open the hood trunk liftgate syste...

Page 332: ...If adjustment to the headlamps is necessary see your dealer Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs or any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer Cau...

Page 333: ...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 334: ...iring harness connector 7 Install 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...

Page 335: ...d replace with a new bulb 6 Insert the 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 h...

Page 336: ...sembly removal and installation can cause leaks and water intrusion which may cause damage to the taillamp Do not remove the taillamp assembly to replace a bulb Use the tailgate opening to access the...

Page 337: ...gnal lamp 1 Remove and retain both screws attaching the taillamp assembly to the vehicle body 2 Pull the taillamp assembly straight back to detach it from the vehicle body Take care that the cable duc...

Page 338: ...ical System Overload The vehicle has fuses and circuit breakers to protect against an electrical system overload When the current electrical load is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes prot...

Page 339: ...to get it 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 damag...

Page 340: ...y damage it Always keep the covers on any electrical component The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses relays and features shown Micro Fuses Usage F02 CLSTR F03 N A F06 OSRVM DEFOG F07 L...

Page 341: ...1 F38 TRLR PRK LAMP TRLR F40 AUX WATER PUMP Micro Fuses Usage F41 REAR WPR F42 HORN F44 REAR WPR PRK F45 A C CLTCH F46 N A F47 ECM BATT GAS ECM BATT DSL F49 HDLP HI LH F50 N A F51 HDLP HI RH F52 NOX S...

Page 342: ...lays Usage K03 RUN CRNK K04 REAR DEFOG K06 STRTR PINION K08 PT RLY K09 FUEL HTR DSL HC Micro Relays Usage K01 N A K02 N A K05 STRTR SOL K07 A C CNTRL K10 N A Ultra Micro Relays Usage K11 N A Instrumen...

Page 343: ...AY F10 RADIO F11 ONSTAR F12 PARK_ASSIST F13 MAN HVAC F14 WL CHARGER F15 VBAT_2 F16 VBAT_1 F17 SWC BKLT F18 N A F19 N A F20 CLOCK SPRING F21 OCC SEN Fuse Usage F22 DLC F23 SDM F24 IGN_SW ESCL F25 PWR L...

Page 344: ...F40 HVAC_BLOWER Circuit Breaker Usage CB1 N A CB2 APO Relay Usage K01 i RAP_ACC K02 RUN K03 LOGISTICS K04 N A K05 N A K06 N A Rear Compartment Fuse Block The rear compartment fuse block is behind a co...

Page 345: ...CB1 N A Relays Usage K01 N A K02 N A K03 N A K04 N A K05 N A Wheels and Tires Tires Every new GM vehicle has high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer See the warranty manual for informa...

Page 346: ...surfaces such as snow mud ice etc Excessive spinning may cause the tires to explode All Season Tires This vehicle may come with all season tires These tires are designed to provide good overall perfor...

Page 347: ...information about a tire is molded into its sidewall The examples 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...

Page 348: ...Quality Grading 0 362 7 Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load Compact Spare Tire Example 1 Tire Ply Material The type...

Page 349: ...Passenger P Metric Tire The United States version of a metric tire sizing system The letter P as the first character in the tire size means a passenger vehicle tire engineered to standards set by the...

Page 350: ...ead 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 0 351 Curb Weight Th...

Page 351: ...ward Facing Sidewall The side of an 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 be...

Page 352: ...positions multiplied by 68 kg 150 lb plus the rated cargo load See Vehicle Load Limits 0 232 Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire Load on an individual tire due to curb weight accessory weight occupant we...

Page 353: ...Remove the valve cap from the tire valve 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...

Page 354: ...to indicate when the system is not operating properly The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale When the system detects a malfunction the telltale will flash for...

Page 355: ...y 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 inf...

Page 356: ...aler for service Replacement tires or wheels do not match the original equipment tires or wheels Tires and wheels other than those recommended could prevent the TPMS from functioning properly See Buyi...

Page 357: ...on device is not sufficient to inflate the tire There is a malfunction in the TPMS There is a malfunction in the horn or turn signal lamps The identification code of the TPMS sensor is not registered...

Page 358: ...The horn sounds twice to signal the receiver is in relearn mode and the TIRE LEARN or TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE message displays on the DIC screen 7 Start with the driver side front tire 8 Place the relear...

Page 359: ...tant Anytime unusual wear is noticed rotate the tires as soon as possible check for proper tire inflation pressure and check for damaged tires or wheels If the unusual wear continues after the rotatio...

Page 360: ...to the wheel mounting surface wheel conical seats or the wheel nuts or bolts Grease applied to these areas could cause a wheel to become loose or come off resulting in a crash When It Is Time for New...

Page 361: ...duce the weight from the tires Buying New Tires GM has developed and matched specific tires for the vehicle The original equipment tires installed were designed to meet General Motors Tire Performance...

Page 362: ...quipment tires may not be available for H V W Y and ZR speed rated tires Never exceed the winter tires maximum speed capability when using winter tires with a lower speed rating If the vehicle tires m...

Page 363: ...rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches 25 to 30 cm or to some limited production tires While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades they...

Page 364: ...er the Federal Motor Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this t...

Page 365: ...cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis Used Replacement Wheels Warning Replacing a whe...

Page 366: ...e inflating a tire after it has been driven on while severely underinflated or flat may cause a blowout and a serious crash Never attempt to re inflate a tire that has been driven on while severely un...

Page 367: ...ce wheel blocks if equipped on both sides of the tire at the opposite corner of the tire being changed When the vehicle has a flat tire 2 use the following example as a guide to assist in the placemen...

Page 368: ...im cover 3 Turn the wing nut counterclockwise and remove the spare tire Place the spare tire next to the tire being changed 4 Remove the jack and tools and place them near the tire being changed Remov...

Page 369: ...njury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle Warning Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous...

Page 370: ...s 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 Warning Wheel nuts that are improp...

Page 371: ...vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place Storing the Flat Tire and Tools 1 Return the jack and tools to their...

Page 372: ...ill perform differently with the spare tire installed and it is recommended 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...

Page 373: ...als known to the State of California to cause cancer WASH HANDS AFTER Continued Warning Continued HANDLING For more information go to www P65Warnings ca gov passenger vehicle See California Propositio...

Page 374: ...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 shift lever in P Park with an automat...

Page 375: ...If the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always connect and remov...

Page 376: ...hicle from a flat road surface onto the flatbed tow truck Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing means towing the vehicle behind another vehicle such as behind a motor home The two mo...

Page 377: ...ng a shield only use one that attaches to the towing vehicle Dinghy Towing Front Wheel Drive Vehicles Caution If the vehicle is towed with all four wheels on the ground the drivetrain components could...

Page 378: ...battery post with a non conductive material to prevent any contact with the negative battery terminal Caution If 113 km h 70 mph is exceeded while towing the vehicle it could be damaged Never exceed 1...

Page 379: ...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 380: ...any vehicle care product Caution Avoid using high pressure washes closer than 30 cm 12 in to the surface of the vehicle Use of power washers exceeding 8 274 kPa 1 200 psi can result in damage or remov...

Page 381: ...aint finish may damage it Use only non abrasive waxes and polishes that are made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish on the vehicle To keep the paint finish looking new keep the vehicle garaged or c...

Page 382: ...tems Aftermarket appearance caps or covers while the lamps are illuminated due to excessive heat generated Caution Failure to clean lamps properly can cause damage to the lamp cover that would not be...

Page 383: ...g always wipe off any overspray from all painted surfaces on the vehicle Wheels and Wheel Trim Use a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water to clean the wheels After rinsing thoroughly with clean w...

Page 384: ...ase and or front rear axle output seals High pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the fluid Contaminated fluid will decrease the life of the transfer case and or axles and should be r...

Page 385: ...shing soaps with degreasers For liquid cleaners use approximately 20 drops per 3 8 L 1 gal of water A concentrated soap solution will create streaks and attract dirt Do not use solutions that contain...

Page 386: ...ing the soiled area until there is no longer any color transfer from the soil to the cleaning cloth 5 If the soil is not completely removed use a mild soap solution followed only by plain water If the...

Page 387: ...rance and feel of leather or soft trim and are not recommended Do not use cleaners that increase gloss especially on the instrument panel Reflected glare can decrease visibility through the windshield...

Page 388: ...t fit properly and may interfere with the accelerator or brake pedal Always check that the floor mats do not interfere with the pedals Do not use a floor mat if the vehicle is not equipped with a floo...

Page 389: ...dealer has trained technicians who can perform required maintenance using genuine replacement parts They have up to date tools and equipment for fast and accurate diagnostics Many dealers have extende...

Page 390: ...icle Load Limits 0 232 Are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits Use the recommended fuel See Recommended Fuel 0 289 Refer to the information in the Maintenance Schedule Addit...

Page 391: ...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 be comple...

Page 392: ...be dents or cracks constant velocity joint or universal joint looseness cracked or missing boots loose or missing boot clamps center bearing excessive looseness loose or missing fasteners and axle sea...

Page 393: ...5 0 0 0 mi 2 2 8 0 0 0 k m 1 4 2 5 0 0 mi 2 4 0 0 0 0 k m 1 5 0 0 0 0 mi Rotate tires and perform Required Services Check engine oil level and oil life percentage Change engine oil and filter if need...

Page 394: ...ditions inspect the filter at each oil change or more often as needed See Engine Air Cleaner Filter 0 315 4 Do not directly power wash the transfer case and or front rear axle output seals High pressu...

Page 395: ...0 0 0 k m 1 4 2 5 0 0 mi 2 4 0 0 0 0 k m 1 5 0 0 0 0 mi Rotate tires and perform Required Services Check engine oil level and oil life percentage Change engine oil and filter if needed Check engine ai...

Page 396: ...315 4 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 fluid Contaminated fluid will decre...

Page 397: ...rt 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 Be...

Page 398: ...nger stopping distance or uneven tire wear As part of the multi point inspection trained dealer technicians can visually inspect the shocks and struts for signs of leaking blown seals or damage and ca...

Page 399: ...required equipment to ensure proper wheel alignment Windshield For safety appearance and the best viewing keep the windshield clean and clear Signs of damage include scratches cracks and chips Traine...

Page 400: ...Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Cooling System 0 317 Engine Oil Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade A...

Page 401: ...from your dealer Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 42712666 A3251C Engine Oil Filter 1 2L L3 Gas Engine 12696048 PF64 1 3L L3 Gas Engine 55495105 PF66 Passenger Compart...

Page 402: ...ervice and Maintenance 401 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 403: ...mber VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This cod...

Page 404: ...tion Engine Cooling System 1 2L L3 Gas Engine 6 3 L 6 7 qt 1 3L L3 Gas Engine 7 4 L 7 8 qt Engine Oil with Filter 1 2L L3 Gas Engine FWD 4 0 L 4 2 qt 1 3L L3 Gas Engine FWD 4 5 L 4 8 qt 1 3L L3 Gas En...

Page 405: ...chnical Data Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 1 2L L3 Gas Engine LIH 2 Automatic 0 6 0 7 mm 1 3L L3 Gas Engine L3T L Automatic 0 65 0 75 mm Spark plug gaps are preset...

Page 406: ...Buick Encore GX Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 14018934 2020 CRC 2 27 20 Technical Data 405 Engine Drive Belt Routing 1 2L L3 Gas Engine 1 3L L3 Gas Engine...

Page 407: ...ects to General Motors 417 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 418 Cybersecurity 418 Event Data Recorders 418 OnStar 419 Infotainment System 419 Customer Information...

Page 408: ...if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two you can file with the Better Business Bureau BBB Auto Line Program to enforce your rights The BBB Auto...

Page 409: ...ays We believe our impartial program offers advantages over courts in most jurisdictions because it is informal quick and free of charge For further information concerning eligibility in the Canadian...

Page 410: ...erience U S my buick com The Buick online owner experience allows access to videos articles and vehicle health specific to your Buick as well as your OnStar Account information all in one place Member...

Page 411: ...stance When 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...

Page 412: ...stomary hotel meals rental car or a vehicle being delivered back to the customer up to 500 miles Services Not Included in Roadside Assistance Impound towing caused by violation of any laws Legal fines...

Page 413: ...ng dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation a customer support program for vehicles with the Bumper to Bumper Base Warranty Coverage period in Canada extended powertrain and or hybrid specif...

Page 414: ...all questions 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...

Page 415: ...provide 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...

Page 416: ...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 vehicle repaired w...

Page 417: ...nnovation Science and Economic Development ISED Canada s RSP 100 ICES GEN Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 The device may not cause harmful interference 2 The device must accept...

Page 418: ...ada immediately and notify General Motors of Canada Company Call Transport Canada at 1 800 333 0510 go to www tc gc ca recalls English www tc gc ca rappels French or write to Transport Canada Motor Ve...

Page 419: ...from unauthorized outside electronic access or control is important to GM GM maintains appropriate security standards practices guidelines and controls aimed at defending the vehicle and the vehicle s...

Page 420: ...hese data or share it with others except with the consent of the vehicle owner or if the vehicle is leased with the consent of the lessee in response to an official request by police or similar govern...

Page 421: ...PS satellite signals to be available and operating OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers OnStar may collect information about you and your vehicle including location informatio...

Page 422: ...R Alert Get assistance in severe weather or other crisis situations and find evacuation routes OnStar Services Emergency Emergency Services require an active safety and security plan With Automatic Cr...

Page 423: ...to set up an account After change in ownership and at 90 days Transferring Service Press Q to request account transfer eligibility information The Advisor can cancel or change account information Sell...

Page 424: ...phone network congestion or jamming may prevent service See Radio Frequency Statement 0 416 Services for People with Disabilities Advisors provide services to help with physical disabilities and medic...

Page 425: ...ute The Advisor may give a verbal route or may ask for a call back after the vehicle is driven into an open area Cellular and GPS Antennas Cellular reception is required for OnStar to send remote sign...

Page 426: ...or changes and agreement that either OnStar or GM may remotely deliver them to the vehicle Privacy The complete OnStar Privacy Statement may be found at www onstar com U S or www onstar ca Canada We...

Page 427: ...ed commands Using Voice Commands During a Planned Route Functionality of the Voice Command button if equipped may vary by vehicle and region For some vehicles press to open the OnStar app on the infot...

Page 428: ...different from each other and use a combination of letters and numbers to increase the security Change the default name of the SSID Service Set Identifier This is your network s name that is visible...

Page 429: ...if equipped Locate a dealer and schedule service Request roadside assistance Set a parking reminder with pin drop take a photo make a note and set a timer Connect with Buick on social media Features a...

Page 430: ...ife System 314 Air Filter Passenger Compartment 222 Air Vents 221 Airbag System Check 72 How Does an Airbag Restrain 65 Passenger Sensing System 66 Airbag System cont d What Makes an Airbag Inflate 64...

Page 431: ...ing Battery Saver 150 Load Management 150 Power Protection 150 Battery North America 326 372 Blade Replacement Wiper 328 Bluetooth Overview 189 190 Bluetooth Audio 165 Brake Parking Electric 252 Syste...

Page 432: ...218 Heating 216 Clock 102 Cluster Instrument 107 Collision Damage Repair 413 Compact Spare Tire 371 Compartments Storage 92 Compass 101 Connected Services Connections 427 Diagnostics 428 Navigation 42...

Page 433: ...r Fuel Economy 225 Characteristics and Towing Tips 293 Defensive 226 Drunk 226 Environment 224 Hill and Mountain Roads 230 If the Vehicle is Stuck 232 Loss of Control 228 Off Road Recovery 228 Vehicle...

Page 434: ...t Fog Lamp Light 123 Front Pedestrian Braking FPB System 282 Front Seats Adjustment 42 Heated 48 Fuel Additives 290 Economy Driving for Better 225 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 292 Filling the Tan...

Page 435: ...art Assist HSA 253 Hood 306 Horn 98 How to Wear Seat Belts Properly 53 HVAC 216 218 I If the System Needs Service 181 Ignition Positions 236 Immobilizer 29 Indicator Pedestrian Ahead 119 Vehicle Ahead...

Page 436: ...Fuel Warning 122 Seat Belt Reminders 113 Security 122 Service Electric Parking Brake 118 StabiliTrak OFF 120 Tire Pressure 121 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak 120 Traction Off 120 Locks Automa...

Page 437: ...420 OnStar Security 422 OnStar System 166 179 Operation Fog Lamps 147 Outlets Power 102 Overheating Engine 321 Overview 153 Instrument Panel 5 P Park Shifting Out of 245 Park Assist 271 Parking Brake...

Page 438: ...d Fuel 289 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 399 Records Maintenance 401 Recreational Vehicle Towing 375 Reimbursement Program GM Mobility 410 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System 8 Remote Vehicle Start 15...

Page 439: ...rts Identification 402 Scheduling Appointments 412 Service Electric Parking Brake Light 118 Services Special Application 395 Servicing System 181 Servicing the Airbag 71 Settings 195 Shift Lock Contro...

Page 440: ...371 Designations 348 Different Size 361 If a Tire Goes Flat 365 Inspection 357 Pressure 351 Pressure Light 121 Pressure Monitor Operation 353 Pressure Monitor System 352 Rotation 358 Sidewall Labelin...

Page 441: ...rity 28 Speed Messages 135 Towing 374 Vehicle Ahead Indicator 119 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure 351 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 418 Vehicle Positioning 180 Ventilation Air 221 Visors 37 Voice Reco...

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