Buick Encore Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-
9956106) - 2017 - crc - 10/20/16
Vehicle Care
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Tire Changing
Removing the Spare Tire and
Tools
The spare tire and tools are located
in the storage compartment in the
rear of the vehicle.
1. Center Retainer
2. Subwoofer
3. Wrench
4. Strap
5. Tow Eye (if equipped)
6. Jack
To access the spare tire and tools:
1. Open the liftgate. See
2. Lift the trim cover.
3. Remove the subwoofer
assembly on top of the spare
tire by turning the center
retainer clockwise.
4. Remove the spare tire, jack,
and tools and place them near
the tire being changed.
Removing the Flat Tire and
Installing the Spare Tire
1. Do a safety check before
proceeding. See
2. Turn the wheel wrench
counterclockwise to loosen the
wheel nuts. Do not remove
them yet.