Buick - Encore Gx - Owners Manual - 2022 - 2022 (2)

22_BUI_EncoreGX_COV_en_US_84783953A_2021FEB17.pdf 1 2/11/2021 2:33:46 PM 2022 Scan to Access M Y CM MY CY CMY K • Owner and Warranty Manuals • Connected Services • myBuick Mobile App • How To Videos • Vehicle Diagnostics • Schedule Maintenance • Vehicle Features • Many Additional Resources United States Customer Assistance 1-800-521-7300 Roadside Assistance 1-800-252-1112 Canada Customer Assistance 1-800-263-3777 Roadside Assistance 1-800-268-6800 United States and Canada 84783953 A Connected Services 1-888-4-ONSTAR 2022 Encore GX C Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle or off-highway motor vehicle can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle engine except as necessary, service your vehicle in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle. Encore GX Owner’s Manual Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Contents Introduction Refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm the features. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference. Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Instruments and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179 Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185 Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251 Service and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324 Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337 Customer Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341 Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349 OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352 Connected Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 357 Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360 Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 84783953 A First Printing not be available in your region, or changes subsequent to the printing of this owner’s manual. The names, logos, emblems, slogans, vehicle model names, and vehicle body designs appearing in this manual including, but not limited to, GM, the GM logo, BUICK, the BUICK Emblem, and ENCORE GX are trademarks and/or service marks of General Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Company” for Buick Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual. This manual describes features that may or may not be on the vehicle because of optional equipment that was not purchased on the vehicle, model variants, country specifications, features/applications that may Canadian Vehicle Owners A French language manual can be obtained from your dealer, at www.helminc.com, or from: Propriétaires Canadiens On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante: Helm, Incorporated Attention: Customer Service 47911 Halyard Drive Plymouth, MI 48170 USA © 2021 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 2 Introduction Using this Manual { Warning To quickly locate information about the vehicle, use the Index in the back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found. Warning indicates a hazard that could result in injury or death. About Driving the Vehicle Caution indicates a hazard that could result in property or vehicle damage. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or a crash. Be sure to read the driving guidelines in this manual in the section called “Driving and Operating” and specifically Driver Behavior 0 186, Driving Environment 0 186, and Vehicle Design 0 186. Danger, Warning, and Caution Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them. { Danger Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death. Caution A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means “Do not,” “Do not do this,” or “Do not let this happen.” Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gauge, or indicator. M : Shown when the owner’s manual has additional instructions or information. * : Shown when the service manual has additional instructions or information. 0 : Shown when there is more information on another page — “see page.” Vehicle Symbol Chart Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean. See the features in this manual for information. u : Air Conditioning System G : Air Conditioning Refrigerant Oil 9 : Airbag Readiness Light ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) $ : Brake System Warning Light 9 : Dispose of Used Components Properly P : Do Not Apply High Pressure Water B : Engine Coolant Temperature _ : Flame/Fire Prohibited H : Flammable Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Introduction [ : Forward Collision Alert R : Fuse Block Cover Lock Location + : Fuses j : ISOFIX/LATCH System Child Restraints Q : Keep Fuse Block Covers Properly Installed | : Lane Change Alert @ : Lane Departure Warning A : Lane Keep Assist * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure X : Park Assist ~ : Pedestrian Ahead Indicator O : Power 7 : Rear Cross Traffic Alert I : Registered Technician / : Remote Vehicle Start h : Risk of Electrical Fire > : Seat Belt Reminders I : Side Blind Zone Alert h : Stop/Start 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability Control (ESC) a : Under Pressure k : Vehicle Ahead Indicator 3 Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 4 Introduction Instrument Panel Overview Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Introduction 1. Air Vents 0 184. 2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and Lane-Change Signals 0 124. IntelliBeam System Button (If Equipped). See Exterior Lamp Controls 0 121. 3. Instrument Cluster 0 91. Driver Information Center (DIC) Display. See Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 105 or Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 107. 4. Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 84. 5. Light Sensor. See Automatic Headlamp System 0 123. Anti-Theft Alarm System. See Vehicle Alarm System 0 24. 6. Hazard Warning Flashers 0 124. 7. Infotainment Controls. See Overview 0 129. 8. Climate Control Systems 0 179. Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 181. Heated Front Seats 0 40. (If Equipped). 9. Power Outlets 0 87. 10. Wireless Charging 0 88 (If Equipped). 11. Auto Stop Disable Switch. See Stop/Start System 0 198. All-Wheel Drive Button (If Equipped). Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 237 (If Equipped). Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 210. Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 224 (If Equipped). 12. Electric Parking Brake 0 208. 13. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission 0 205. 14. USB Port 0 137. Auxiliary Jack 0 139. 15. ENGINE START/STOP Button. See Ignition Positions 0 196. 16. Steering Wheel Controls 0 84. 17. Horn 0 84. 18. Steering Wheel Adjustment 0 84 (Out of View). 19. Cruise Control 0 211. Adaptive Cruise Control ((Camera)) 0 213 (If Equipped). Heated Steering Wheel 0 84 (If Equipped). Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 229 (If Equipped). 20. Head-Up Display Controls (HUD) (If Equipped). See Head-Up Display (HUD) 0 110. 21. Hood Release. See Hood 0 253. 22. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 121. 5 Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 6 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Windows Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Interior Mirrors Keys and Locks Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . . . . 7 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Doors Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 26 26 26 Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror . . . Rear Camera Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 27 27 27 Windows Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Roof Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Keys and Locks Keys { Warning Leaving children in a vehicle with a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is dangerous and children or others could be seriously injured or killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the RKE transmitter in the vehicle, and children or others could be caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave children in a vehicle with an RKE transmitter. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Keys, Doors, and Windows To remove the key, press the button on the bottom of the RKE transmitter and pull the key out. Never pull the key out without pressing the button. If it becomes difficult to turn the key, inspect the key blade for debris. See your dealer if a new key is needed. Contact Roadside Assistance if locked out of the vehicle. See Roadside Assistance Program 0 344. The key inside the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is used for the driver door. With an active OnStar or connected service plan, an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Overview 0 352. . If the transmitter is still not working correctly, see your dealer. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation The Keyless Access system allows for vehicle entry when the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft). See “Keyless Access Operation” following. The RKE transmitter functions may work up to 60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle. Other conditions can impact the performance of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System 0 7. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System See Radio Frequency Statement 0 349. If there is a decrease in the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter operating range: . Check the distance. The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle. . Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. . Check the transmitter's battery. See “Battery Replacement” later in this section. 7 With Power Liftgate and Remote Start Shown Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 8 Keys, Doors, and Windows Q : Press to lock all doors. The turn signal indicators may flash and/or the horn may sound on the second press to indicate locking. See Vehicle Personalization 0 114. If the driver door is open when Q is pressed, and Open Door Anti Lock Out is enabled through vehicle personalization, all doors will lock and then the driver door will immediately unlock. See Vehicle Personalization 0 114. If the passenger door is open when Q is pressed, all doors lock. Pressing Q may also arm the theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle Alarm System 0 24. / : Press and release Q and then immediately press and hold / for at least four seconds to start the engine from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start 0 13. 7 : Press and release one time to initiate vehicle locator. The exterior lamps flash and the horn chirps three times. Press and hold 7 for three seconds to sound the panic alarm. The horn sounds and the turn signal lamps flash for 30 seconds, or until 7 is pressed again or the vehicle is started. b : Press twice quickly to open or close K : Press to unlock the driver door. Press the liftgate. unlock again within five seconds to unlock all doors. The RKE transmitter can be programmed to unlock all doors on the first button press. See Vehicle Personalization 0 114. When remotely unlocking the vehicle at night the 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 0 114. Press once to stop the liftgate from moving. Pressing K will disarm the theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle Alarm System 0 24. Keyless Access Operation With the Keyless Access system, you can lock and unlock the doors and access the liftgate without removing the RKE transmitter from your pocket, purse, briefcase, etc. The RKE transmitter should be within 1 m (3 ft) of the liftgate or door being opened. The buttons are on the outside door handles. Keyless Access can be programmed to unlock all doors on the first lock/unlock press from the driver door. See Vehicle Personalization 0 114. If equipped with memory seats, RKE transmitters 1 and 2 are linked to seating positions of memory 1 or 2. See Memory Seats 0 38. Keyless Unlocking/Locking from the Driver Door When the doors are locked and the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the driver door handle, pressing the lock/unlock button on the driver door handle will unlock the driver door. If the lock/unlock button is pressed again within five seconds, all passenger doors will unlock. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Keys, Doors, and Windows Pressing the lock/unlock button will cause all doors to lock if any of the following occur: . The lock/unlock button was used to unlock all doors. . Any vehicle door has opened and all doors are now closed. Disable/Enable Keyless Unlocking of Exterior Door Handles and Liftgate Driver Shown, Passenger Similar Pressing the lock/unlock button will cause all doors to lock if any of the following 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 closed. Keyless Unlocking/Locking from Passenger Doors When the doors are locked and the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the door handle, pressing the lock/unlock button on that door handle will unlock all doors. If equipped, keyless unlocking of the exterior door handles and liftgate can be disabled and enabled. Disabling Keyless Unlocking: With the vehicle off, press and hold Q and K on the RKE transmitter at the same time for approximately three seconds. The turn signal lamps will flash four times quickly to indicate access is disabled. Using any exterior handle to unlock the doors or open the liftgate will cause the turn signal lamps to flash four times quickly, indicating access is disabled. If disabled, disarm the alarm system before starting the vehicle. 9 Enabling Keyless Unlocking: With the vehicle off, press and hold Q and K on the RKE transmitter at the same time for approximately three seconds. The turn signal lamps will flash twice quickly to indicate access is enabled. Passive Locking The vehicle will lock several seconds after all doors are closed if the vehicle is off and at least one RKE transmitter has been removed or none remain in the interior. If other electronic devices interfere with the RKE transmitter signal, the vehicle may not detect the RKE transmitter inside the vehicle. If passive locking is enabled, the doors may lock with the RKE transmitter inside the vehicle. Do not leave the RKE transmitter in an unattended vehicle. To customize the doors to automatically lock when exiting the vehicle, see “Remote Lock, Unlock, Start” under Vehicle Personalization 0 114. 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 chimes are Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 10 Keys, Doors, and Windows heard. Passive locking will then remain disabled until Q on the interior door is pressed, or until the vehicle is turned on. Remote Left in Vehicle Alert When the vehicle is turned off and an RKE transmitter is left in the vehicle, the horn will chirp three times after all doors are closed. To turn on or off see Vehicle Personalization 0 114. Remote No Longer in Vehicle Alert If the vehicle is on with a door open, and then all doors are closed, the vehicle will check for RKE transmitters inside. If an RKE transmitter is not detected, the Driver Information Center (DIC) will display NO REMOTE DETECTED and the horn will chirp three times. This occurs only once each time the vehicle is driven. Keyless Liftgate Opening Press the touch pad on the liftgate handle to open the liftgate if the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft). Key Access To access a vehicle with a weak transmitter battery, see Door Locks 0 15. Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle Only RKE transmitters programmed to the vehicle will work. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer. The vehicle can be reprogrammed so that lost or stolen transmitters no longer work. Each vehicle can have up to eight transmitters matched to it. Programming with Recognized Transmitters A new transmitter can be programmed to the vehicle when there are two recognized transmitters. To program, the vehicle must be off and all of the transmitters, both currently recognized and new, must be with you. 1. Place the two recognized transmitters in transmitter pocket. 2. Insert the vehicle key of the new transmitter into the key lock cylinder on the outside of the driver door and turn the key to the unlock position five times within 10 seconds. The DIC displays READY FOR REMOTE #2, 3, 4, ETC. 3. Remove the two recognized transmitters from transmitter pocket. Place the new transmitter in transmitter 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 pocket and press the transmitter K or Q button. To program additional transmitters, repeat Steps 3–5. When all additional transmitters are programmed, press and hold ENGINE START/STOP for 12 seconds to exit programming mode. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Keys, Doors, and Windows 6. Put the key back into the transmitter. 7. Replace the key lock cylinder cap. See Door Locks 0 15. Programming without Recognized Transmitters If two currently recognized transmitters are not available, follow this procedure to program up to eight transmitters. This feature is not available in Canada. This procedure will take approximately 30 minutes to complete. The vehicle must be off and all of the transmitters you wish to program must be with you. 1. Remove the key lock cylinder cap on the driver door handle. See Door Locks 0 15. Insert the vehicle key of the transmitter into the key lock cylinder on the driver door handle and turn the key, counterclockwise, to the unlock position five times within 10 seconds. The DIC displays REMOTE LEARN PENDING, PLEASE WAIT. 2. Wait for 10 minutes until the DIC displays PRESS ENGINE START BUTTON TO LEARN and then press ENGINE START/STOP. The DIC display will again show REMOTE LEARN PENDING, PLEASE WAIT. 3. Repeat Step 2 two additional times. After the third time all previously known transmitters will no longer work with the vehicle. Remaining transmitters can be relearned during the next steps. The DIC display should now show READY FOR REMOTE # 1. 11 6. Remove the transmitter from the transmitter pocket and press the transmitter K or Q button. To program additional transmitters, repeat Steps 4–6. When all additional transmitters are programmed, press and hold ENGINE START/STOP for 12 seconds to exit programming mode. 7. Put the key back into the transmitter. 8. Replace the key lock cylinder cap. See Door Locks 0 15. Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery 4. Place the new transmitter in transmitter pocket. 5. Press ENGINE START/STOP. When the transmitter is learned the DIC display will show that it is ready to program the next transmitter. For improved vehicle security, the RKE transmitter is equipped with a motion sensor. When starting the vehicle, if the transmitter has been idle for a while, move the transmitter slightly and try starting the vehicle. When starting the vehicle, if the transmitter battery is depleted or there is signal interference, the DIC may display NO REMOTE DETECTED, REPLACE BATTERY IN KEY, or NO REMOTE DETECTED PLACE KEY IN KEY POCKET THEN START YOUR VEHICLE, follow the steps shown below. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 12 Keys, Doors, and Windows To start the vehicle: Battery Replacement { Warning Never allow children to play with the RKE transmitter. The transmitter contains a small battery, which can be a choking hazard. If swallowed, internal burns can occur, resulting in severe injury or death. Seek medical attention immediately if a battery is swallowed. { Warning 1. Place the transmitter in the transmitter pocket, with the buttons facing the front of the vehicle. 2. With the vehicle in P (Park) or N (Neutral), press the brake pedal and ENGINE START/STOP. Replace the transmitter battery as soon as possible. To avoid personal injury, do not touch metal surfaces on the RKE transmitter when it has been exposed to extreme heat. These surfaces can be hot to the touch at temperatures above 59 °C (138 °F). Caution When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter. Static from your body could damage the transmitter. Caution Always replace the battery with the correct type. Replacing the battery with an incorrect type could potentially create a risk of battery explosion. Dispose of used batteries according to instructions and local laws. Do not attempt to burn, crush, or cut the used battery, and avoid exposing the battery to environments with extremely low air pressures or high temperatures. Replace the battery in the transmitter soon if the DIC displays REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Keys, Doors, and Windows To replace the battery: 13 5. Insert 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 The vehicle has a remote starting feature that starts the engine from outside of the vehicle. 1. Press the button on the bottom of the RKE transmitter to remove the key. Never pull the key out without pressing the button. 2. Insert a flat, thin object and remove the back cover. / : This button is on the RKE transmitter. Laws in some communities may restrict the use of remote starters. For example, some laws may require a person using the remote start to have the vehicle in view when doing so. Check local regulations for any requirements on remote starting of vehicles. Do not use the remote start feature if the vehicle is low on fuel. The vehicle could run out of fuel. The RKE transmitter range may be less while the vehicle is running. 3. Lift the battery with a flat object. 4. Remove the battery. Other conditions can affect the performance of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System 0 7. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 14 Keys, Doors, and Windows Starting the Engine Using Remote Start To start the vehicle: 1. Press and release Q on the RKE transmitter. 2. Immediately after completing Step 1, press and hold / until the turn signal lamps flash. If the vehicle's lights cannot be seen, press and hold / for at least four seconds. When the vehicle starts, the park lamps will turn on and remain on as long as the engine is running. The doors will be locked and the climate control system will operate automatically if the vehicle has the automatic system, or at the same setting as when the vehicle was last turned off. With an automatic climate control system and if equipped with heated seats, the heated seats turn on during colder outside temperatures and shut off when the ignition is turned on. The rear window defogger and heated mirrors, if equipped, turn on during colder outside temperatures 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 the vehicle is left running, it automatically shuts off after 15 minutes unless a time extension has been done. Extending Engine Run Time To extend the engine run time by 15 minutes, repeat Steps 1 and 2 while the engine is still running. An extension can be requested 30 seconds after starting. The engine run time can only be extended if it is the first remote start since the vehicle has been driven. Remote start can be extended one time. If the remote start procedure is used again while the engine is still running, 15 minutes will be added on for a total of 30 minutes. For example, if Q and then / are pressed again while the engine is still running, 15 minutes will be added on for a total of 30 minutes. A maximum of two remote starts or remote start with an extension are allowed between ignition cycles. After the vehicle's engine has been started two times using the remote start button or a start with an extension, the ignition must be turned on and then back off before the remote start procedure can be used again. Canceling a Remote Start To manually shut off a remote start: . Press and hold / until the lamps turn off. . Turn on the hazard warning flashers. . Turn the ignition on and then off. Conditions in Which the Remote Start Will Not Work The vehicle cannot be started using the remote start feature if the RKE transmitter is in the vehicle, the hood is open, the vehicle is not in P (Park), the hazard flashers are on, the vehicle is on, two remote starts or a start with an extension have been used, or there is an emission control system malfunction. The engine turns off during a remote start if the coolant temperature gets too high or if the oil pressure gets low. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Keys, Doors, and Windows Door Locks { Warning Unlocked doors can be dangerous. . Passengers, especially children, can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. The doors can be unlocked and 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 should be locked whenever the vehicle is driven. . Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out. A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Always lock the vehicle whenever leaving it. . Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop the vehicle. Locking the doors can help prevent this from happening. To lock/unlock the doors from the outside: Q or K on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 7. . Use the key in the driver door. The key lock cylinder is covered with a cap. . Press To lock/unlock the doors from the inside: 15 The RKE transmitter 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 7. Driver Door Key Lock Cylinder Access (In Case of Dead Battery) Q or K on the power door lock switch. . Push down on the door lock knob to lock a door. . Pull the door handle once to unlock it. Pull the door handle again to unlatch it. . Press Keyless Access To access the driver door key lock cylinder: 1. Insert the key into the slot on the bottom of the cap. 2. Lift the key upward to remove the cap. 3. Insert the key into the cylinder and turn to lock or unlock. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 16 Keys, Doors, and Windows To replace the cap: 1. Position the bottom edge of the cap under the lower edge of the metal piece (2). The tabs (3) attach to the metal piece (2) at the positions (1). 2. Rotate the cap upward and install into place. 3. Check that the cap is secure. Power Door Locks Free-Turning Locks The door key lock cylinder turns freely when either the wrong key is used, or the correct key is not fully inserted. The free-turning door lock feature prevents the lock from being forced open. To reset the lock, turn it to the vertical position with the correct key fully inserted. Remove the key and insert it again. If this does not reset the lock, turn the key halfway around in the cylinder and repeat the reset procedure. Q : Press to lock the doors. K : Press to unlock the doors. Delayed Locking This feature delays the locking of the doors until five seconds after all doors are closed. Delayed locking can only be turned on when the Open Door Anti-Lockout feature has been turned off. When Q is pressed on the power door lock switch while the door is open, a chime will sound three times indicating delayed locking is active. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Keys, Doors, and Windows The doors will lock automatically five seconds after all doors are closed. If a door is reopened before that time, the five-second timer will reset when all doors are closed again. Press Q on the door lock switch again or press Q on the RKE transmitter to lock the doors immediately. This feature can also be programmed. See Vehicle Personalization 0 114. Automatic Door Locks The doors will lock automatically when all doors are closed, the ignition is on, and the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park). To unlock the doors: . Press K on the power door lock switch. . Shift into P (Park). Automatic door locking cannot be disabled. Automatic door unlocking can be programmed. See Vehicle Personalization 0 114. Lockout Protection Safety Locks If the ignition is on or in ACC/ACCESSORY and the power door lock switch is pressed with the driver door open, all the doors will lock and only the driver door will unlock. The rear door safety locks prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from inside the vehicle. If the vehicle is off and locking is requested while a door is open, when all doors are closed the vehicle will check for RKE transmitters inside. If an RKE transmitter is detected and the number of RKE transmitters inside has not reduced, the driver door will unlock and the horn will chirp three times. 17 Manual Safety Locks Lockout Protection can be manually overridden with the driver door open by pressing and holding Q on the power door lock switch. Open Door Anti Lock Out If Open Door Anti Lock Out has been turned on and the vehicle is off, the driver door is open, and locking is requested, all the doors will lock and the driver door will lock and then immediately unlock. The Open Door Anti-Lock Out feature can be turned on or off. See Vehicle Personalization 0 114. If equipped, the safety lock is on the inside edge of the rear doors. To use the safety lock: 1. Move the lever up to the lock position. 2. Close the door. 3. Do the same for the other rear door. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 18 Keys, Doors, and Windows To open a rear door when the safety lock is on: 1. Unlock the door by pulling the inside handle, by pressing the driver power door lock switch, or by using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. 2. Open the door from the outside. When the safety lock is enabled, adults and older children will not be able to open the rear door from the inside. Cancel the safety locks to enable the doors to open from the inside. To cancel the safety lock: 1. Unlock the door and open it from the outside. 2. Move the lever down to unlock. Do the same for the other door. Doors Liftgate Caution Warning (Continued) through the seal between the body and the trunk/hatch or liftgate. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If the vehicle must be driven with the liftgate or trunk/hatch open: . Close all of the windows. . Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel. To avoid damage to the liftgate or liftgate glass, make sure the area above and behind the liftgate is clear before opening it. Manual Liftgate To unlock the liftgate, press K on the power door lock switch or press K on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter twice within five seconds. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 7. . Adjust the climate control system to a setting that brings in only outside air and set the fan speed to the highest setting. See “Climate Control Systems” in the Index. . If the vehicle is equipped with a power liftgate, disable the power liftgate function. See Engine Exhaust 0 204. { Warning Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven with the liftgate or trunk/hatch open, or with any objects that pass (Continued) To open the liftgate, press the touch pad under the liftgate handle and lift up. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Keys, Doors, and Windows With Keyless Access, the liftgate can be opened when locked if the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the touch pad. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 7. Caution Driving with an open and unsecured liftgate may result in damage to the power liftgate components. Use the pull cup to lower and close the liftgate. Do not press the touch pad while closing the liftgate. This may cause the liftgate to be unlatched. . OFF: Opens manually only. To power open or close the liftgate, select MAX or 3/4 mode. b twice quickly on the RKE transmitter until the liftgate moves. . Press 8 on the driver door. The driver door must either be unlocked or locked without the security armed. . Press the touch pad on the underside of the liftgate handle after unlocking all doors. A locked vehicle can be opened if the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the touch pad. . Press The liftgate has an electric latch. If the battery is disconnected or has low voltage, the liftgate will not open. The liftgate will resume operation when the battery is reconnected and charged. Always close the liftgate before driving. Power Liftgate Operation { Warning You or others could be injured if caught in the path of the power liftgate. Make sure there is no one in the way of the liftgate as it is opening and closing. 19 If equipped, the power liftgate switch is on the driver door. The vehicle must be in P (Park). The modes are: . MAX: Opens to maximum height. . 3/4: Opens to a reduced height that can be set from 3/4 to fully open. Use to prevent the liftgate from opening into overhead obstructions such as a garage door or roof-mounted cargo. The liftgate can be manually opened all the way. l on the bottom edge of the liftgate to the left of the latch to close. . Press Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 20 Keys, Doors, and Windows 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 the RKE transmitter restarts the operation in the reverse direction. Pressing the touch pad on the liftgate handle will restart the motion, but only in the opening direction. Caution Manually forcing the liftgate to open or close during a power cycle can damage the vehicle. Allow the power cycle to complete. The power liftgate may be temporarily disabled under extreme low temperatures, or after repeated power cycling over a short period of time. If this occurs, the liftgate can still be operated manually. If the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park) while the power function is in progress, the liftgate will continue to completion. If the vehicle is accelerated before the liftgate has completed moving, the liftgate may stop or reverse direction. Check for DIC messages and make sure the liftgate is closed and latched before driving. Falling Liftgate Detection If the power liftgate automatically closes after a power opening cycle, it indicates that the system is reacting to excess weight on the liftgate or a possible support strut failure. A repetitive chime will sound while the falling liftgate detection feature is operating. Remove any excess weight. If the liftgate continues to automatically close after opening, see your dealer for service before using the power liftgate. deactivate. After removing the obstructions, manually close the liftgate which will allow normal power operation functions to resume. If the vehicle is locked while the liftgate is closing, and an obstacle is encountered that prevents the liftgate from completely closing, the horn will sound as an alert that the liftgate did not close. Setting the 3/4 Mode Interfering with the power liftgate motion or manually closing the liftgate too quickly after power opening may resemble a support strut failure. This could also activate the falling liftgate detection feature. Allow the liftgate to complete its operation and wait a few seconds before manually closing the liftgate. To change the position the liftgate stops at when opening: 1. Select MAX or 3/4 mode and power open the liftgate. 2. Stop the liftgate movement at the desired height by pressing any liftgate switch. Manually adjust the liftgate position if needed. Obstacle Detection Features 3. Press and hold l to the left of the latch at the bottom of the liftgate until the turn signals flash and a beep sounds. This indicates the setting has been recorded. If the liftgate encounters an obstacle during a power open or close cycle, the liftgate will automatically reverse direction and move a short distance away from the obstacle. After removing the obstruction, the power liftgate operation can be used again. If the liftgate encounters multiple obstacles on the same power cycle, the power function will The liftgate cannot be set below a minimum programmable height. If there is no light flash or sound, then the height adjustment may be too low. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Keys, Doors, and Windows Manual Operation Select OFF to manually operate the liftgate. See “Manual Liftgate” at the beginning of this section. Caution Attempting to move the liftgate too quickly and with excessive force may result in damage to the vehicle. Operate the liftgate manually with a smooth motion and moderate speed. The system includes a feature which limits the manual closing speed to protect the components. The hands-free feature can be customized. See Vehicle Personalization 0 114. 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 activated to only open the liftgate. Off : The feature is disabled. Kick Zone logo, then pull it back. The kick must come within 14 cm (6 in) of the rear bumper to activate. Then step back. Caution Splashing water may cause the liftgate to open. Keep the RKE transmitter away from the rear bumper detection area or turn the liftgate mode to OFF when cleaning or working near the rear bumper to avoid accidental opening. . Do not sweep your foot side to side. . Do not keep your foot under the bumper; the liftgate will not activate. . Do not touch the liftgate until it has Hands-Free Operation stopped moving. If equipped, the liftgate may be operated with a kicking motion near the left side of the rear bumper at the location of the projected logo. The RKE transmitter must be within 1 m (3 ft) of the rear bumper to operate the power liftgate hands-free. The hands-free feature will not work while the liftgate is moving. To stop the liftgate while in motion use one of the liftgate switches. 21 When closing the liftgate using this feature, there will be a short delay. The taillamps will flash and a chime will sound. Step away from the liftgate before it starts moving. To operate, move your foot in a forward kicking motion near the left side of the rear bumper at the location of the projected Projected Logo If equipped with this feature, a vehicle logo will be projected for one minute onto the ground near the rear bumper when an RKE Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 22 Keys, Doors, and Windows transmitter is detected within approximately 2 m (6 ft). The projected logo may not be visible under brighter daytime conditions. The projected logo will only be available for this RKE transmitter after it has been out of range for at least 20 seconds. If an RKE transmitter is again detected within approximately 2 m (6 ft) of the liftgate, or another hands-free operation has been detected, the one-minute timer will be reset. 1. 1 m (3 ft) Hands-Free Operation Detection Zone 2. 2 m (6 ft) Projected Logo Detection Zone The projected logo shows where the kicking motion is to take place. The projected logo will not work under these conditions: . The vehicle battery is low. . The transmission is not in P (Park). . Hands Free Liftgate Control is set to Off in vehicle personalization. See Vehicle Personalization 0 114. . Power liftgate is turned off. . The vehicle remains parked for 72 hours or more, with no RKE transmitter use or Keyless Access operation. To re-enable, press any button on the RKE transmitter or open and close a vehicle door. The projected logo will not work for a single RKE transmitter when a transmitter: . Has been left within approximately 2 m (6 ft) of the liftgate for several minutes. . Has been left inside the vehicle and all vehicle doors are closed. . Has approached the area outside of the liftgate five times within five minutes. If the logo is continuously on for five minutes, then the projected logo will not turn back on for one hour. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Keys, Doors, and Windows Hands-Free Liftgate and Projected Logo Availability Action Hands-Free Liftgate Projected Logo RKE transmitter entering projected logo detection zone Operative On for one minute RKE transmitter left inside projected logo detection zone for minimum of five minutes Operative Off until RKE 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 RKE transmitter button press or a door is opened and closed Vehicle remains parked for more than 72 hours Operative Off until RKE transmitter button press or a door is opened and closed Vehicle battery is low Non-operative Off Transmission is not in P (Park) Non-operative Off Power liftgate is turned off Non-operative Off Hands-free liftgate is disabled in vehicle personalization Non-operative Off 23 Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 24 Keys, Doors, and Windows . Use the Keyless Access system. . With a door open, press the Lens Cleaning inside Q. 3. After 30 seconds the alarm system will arm, and the indicator light will begin to slowly flash indicating the alarm system is operating. Pressing Q on the RKE transmitter a second time will bypass the 30-second delay and immediately arm the alarm system. If equipped, use a cotton swab to clean the lens. The indicator light on the instrument panel near the windshield indicates the status of the system. Off : Alarm system is disarmed. Vehicle Security This vehicle has theft-deterrent features; however, they do not make the vehicle impossible to steal. 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. Vehicle Alarm System Slow Flash : Alarm system is armed. This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm system. Arming the Alarm System 1. Close the liftgate and the hood. Turn off the vehicle. 2. Lock the vehicle in one of three ways: . Use the RKE transmitter. The vehicle alarm system will not arm if the doors are locked with the key. If the driver door is opened without first unlocking with the RKE transmitter, the horn will chirp and the lights will flash to indicate pre-alarm. If the vehicle is not started, or the door is not unlocked by pressing K on the RKE transmitter during the 10-second pre-alarm, the alarm will be activated. The alarm will also be activated if a passenger door, the liftgate, or the hood is opened without first disarming the system. When the alarm is activated, the turn signals flash and the horn sounds for about 30 seconds. The alarm system will then re-arm to monitor for the next unauthorized event. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Keys, Doors, and Windows Disarming the Alarm System Immobilizer Operation To disarm the alarm system or turn off the alarm if it has been activated: . Press K on the RKE transmitter. . Unlock the vehicle using the Keyless Access system. . Start the vehicle. This vehicle has a passive theft-deterrent system. To avoid setting off the alarm by accident: The immobilization system is disarmed when the ignition is on or in ACC/ ACCESSORY and a valid transmitter is present in the vehicle. . Lock the vehicle after all occupants have left the vehicle and all doors are closed. . Always unlock a door with the RKE The system does not have to be manually armed or disarmed. The vehicle is automatically immobilized when the vehicle is turned off. transmitter or use the Keyless Access system. Unlocking the driver door with the key will not disarm the system or turn off the alarm. How to Detect a Tamper Condition If K is pressed and the horn chirps and the lights flash three times, the alarm was activated while the alarm system was armed. If the alarm system has been activated, a message will appear on the DIC. Immobilizer See Radio Frequency Statement 0 349. The security light in the instrument cluster comes on if there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft-deterrent system. The system has one or more RKE transmitters matched to an immobilizer control unit in the vehicle. Only a correctly matched RKE transmitter will start the vehicle. If the transmitter is ever damaged, the vehicle may not start. 25 When trying to start the vehicle, the security light may come on briefly when the ignition is turned on. If the engine does not start and the security light stays on, there is a problem with the system. Turn the ignition off and try again. If the vehicle will not change ignition modes, and the RKE transmitter appears to be undamaged, try another transmitter. Or, try placing the transmitter into the transmitter pocket located in the center console. See Starting the Vehicle With a Low Transmitter Battery under Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 7. If the ignition mode will 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 dealer who can service the theft-deterrent system and have a new RKE transmitter programmed to the vehicle. It is possible for the immobilizer system to learn new or replacement RKE transmitters. Up to eight transmitters can be programmed for the vehicle. To program additional transmitters, see Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle under Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 7. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 26 Keys, Doors, and Windows Do not leave the transmitter or device that disarms or deactivates the theft-deterrent system in the vehicle. Power Mirrors Memory Mirrors The vehicle may have memory mirrors. See Memory Seats 0 38. Exterior Mirrors Lane Change Alert (LCA) Convex Mirrors The vehicle may have LCA. See Lane Change Alert (LCA) 0 235. { Warning A convex mirror can make things, like other vehicles, look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the adjacent lane, you could hit a vehicle that is driving next to you. Check the inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes. The passenger side mirror is convex shaped. A convex mirror's surface is curved so more can be seen from the driver seat. Folding Mirrors Manual Folding Mirrors To adjust a mirror: 1. Press } or | to choose the driver or passenger mirror. 2. Press one of the four arrows on the control pad to move the mirror in the desired direction. 3. Adjust each outside mirror so that a little of the vehicle and the area behind it can be seen. 4. Press } or | again to deselect the mirror. If you do not deselect the mirror, the mirror adjustment will turn off after about one minute. (If equipped), the mirrors can be folded inward by hand to prevent damage when going through tight maneuvers such as an automatic car wash. Afterward, fold the mirror outward by hand to return it to the original position. Heated Mirrors K : Press to heat the mirrors. See “Rear Window Defogger” under Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 181. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Keys, Doors, and Windows Reverse Tilt Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror If equipped with reverse tilt mirrors and memory seats, the passenger and/or driver mirror tilts to a preselected position when the vehicle is in R (Reverse). This allows the curb to be seen when parallel parking. If equipped, push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it rearward for nighttime use to avoid glare of the headlamps from behind. The mirror(s) may move from their tilted position when: . The vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse), or remains in R (Reverse) for about 30 seconds. . The vehicle is turned off. . The vehicle is driven in R (Reverse) above a set speed. To turn this feature on or off, see Vehicle Personalization 0 114. Interior Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind the vehicle. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror. Use a soft towel dampened with water. 27 Automatic Dimming Rearview 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 provides a wide angle camera view of the area behind the vehicle. Pull the tab to turn on the display. Push the tab to turn it off. When off the mirror has automatic dimming. Adjust the mirror for a clear view of the area behind the vehicle while the display is off. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 28 Keys, Doors, and Windows The adjustment options are: Press @ to scroll through the adjustment options. . Tilt . Brightness Press t and u to adjust the settings using the indicators on the mirror. The indicators will remain visible for five seconds after the last button activation, and the settings will remain saved. . Zoom Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Keys, Doors, and Windows { Warning 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 they are. Check the outside mirrors or glance over your shoulder when making lane changes or merging. Failure to use proper care may result in injury, death, or vehicle damage. Troubleshooting 29 See your dealer for service if a blue screen and are displayed in the mirror, and the display shuts off. Also, push the tab as indicated to return to the automatic dimming mode. The Rear Camera Mirror may not work properly or display a clear image if: . There is glare from the sun or headlamps. This may obstruct objects from view. If needed, push the tab to turn off the display. . Dirt, snow, or other debris blocks the camera lens. Clean the lens with a soft damp cloth, or if equipped, with the Rear Camera Washer. See Rear Window Wiper/ Washer 0 86. . The camera’s mounting on the vehicle has been damaged, and/or the position or the mounting angle of the camera has changed. Windows { Warning Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 30 Keys, Doors, and Windows Warning (Continued) Window Lockout rear seat, use the window lockout switch to prevent operation of the windows. See Keys 0 6. The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance. This may result in a pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front 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 window. Never leave the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter in a vehicle with children. When there are children in the (Continued) The power windows work when the ignition is on, in ACC/ACCESSORY, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 202. Using the window switch, press to open or pull to close the window. The windows may be temporarily disabled if they are used repeatedly within a short time. This feature stops the rear passenger window switches from working. . Press 2 to engage the rear window lockout feature. The indicator light is on when engaged. . Press 2 again to disengage. Window Express Movement All windows can be opened without holding the window switch. Press the switch down fully and quickly release to express open the window. If equipped, pull the window switch up fully and quickly release to express close the window. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Keys, Doors, and Windows Briefly press or pull the window switch in the same direction to stop that window’s express movement. Window Automatic Reversal 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 after the object or condition is removed. Automatic Reversal System Override { Warning If automatic reversal system override is active, the window will not reverse automatically. You or others could be injured and the window could be damaged. Before using automatic reversal system override, make sure that all people and obstructions are clear of the window path. When the engine is on, override the automatic reversal system by pulling and holding the window switch if conditions prevent it from closing. Programming the Power Windows Programming may be necessary if the vehicle battery has been disconnected or discharged. If the window is unable to express-up, program each express-close window: 1. Close all doors. 2. Turn the ignition on or to ACC/ ACCESSORY. 3. Partially open the window to be programmed. Then close it and continue to pull the switch briefly after the window has fully closed. 4. Open the window and continue to press the switch briefly after the window has fully opened. 31 Pull the sun visor down to block glare. Detach the sun visor from the center mount to pivot to the side window and, if equipped, extend along the rod. Roof Sunroof If equipped, the ignition must be on or in ACC/ACCESSORY, or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) must be active to operate the sunroof. See Ignition Positions 0 196 and Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 202. Sun Visors 1. Sunroof Switch (SLIDE) 2. Sunshade Switch (SLIDE) Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 32 Keys, Doors, and Windows Sunroof Switch Express-Open/Express-Close : To express-open the sunroof, fully press and release i (1). Press the switch again to stop it. To express-close the sunroof, fully press and release g (1). Press the switch again to stop it. Open/Close (Manual Mode) : To open the sunshade, press to the first position, and hold r (2) until the sunshade reaches the desired position. Press s (2) to close the sunshade. When the sunroof is opened, an air deflector will automatically raise. The air deflector will retract when the sunroof is closed. Sunroof Comfort Stop Position : This vehicle may be equipped with a comfort stop to prevent excessive wind noise. The sunroof will stop approximately halfway open during an express open. To fully open the sunroof, press and release g (1) again. Automatic Reversal System Open/Close (Manual Mode) : To open the sunroof, press to the first position, and hold i (1) until the sunroof reaches the desired position. Press and hold g (1) to close it. If an object is in the path while express closing, the reversal system will detect an object, stop, and open the sunroof or power sunshade slightly. The sunroof has an automatic reversal system that is only active when the sunroof is operated in express-close mode. Sunshade Switch If frost or other conditions prevent closing, override the feature by closing the sunroof in manual mode. To stop movement, release the switch. Express-Open/Express-Close : To express-open the sunshade, fully press and release r (2). To express-close the sunshade, fully press and release s (2). Press the switch again to stop it. In the event of closing difficulties like frost or other conditions, it is possible to override the reversal system. To override the reversal system, close in manual mode. To stop the movement, release the switch. Vent : From the closed position, vent the sunroof. i (1) to Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the track. This could cause an issue with sunroof operation or noise. It could also plug the water drainage system. Periodically open the sunroof and remove any obstacles or loose debris. Wipe the sunroof seal and roof sealing area using a clean cloth, mild soap, and water. Do not remove grease from the sunroof. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Seats and Restraints Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Front Seats Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Power Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Memory Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Heated Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Folding Seatback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Rear Seats Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Rear Seat Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Seat Belts Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 How to Wear Seat Belts Properly . . . . . . 44 Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Seat Belt Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . . 49 Seat Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Seat Belt Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Replacing Seat Belt System Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Airbag System Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 When Should an Airbag Inflate? . . . . . . . . 53 What Makes an Airbag Inflate? . . . . . . . . . 54 How Does an Airbag Restrain? . . . . . . . . . 54 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Passenger Sensing System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Airbag System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Child Restraints Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Infants and Young Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Child Restraint Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Front Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 33 Head Restraints { Warning With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/spinal injury in a crash. Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly. Front Seats The vehicle's front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 34 Seats and Restraints 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 head restraint, press the button located on the side of the head restraint, and pull up or push the head restraint down, and release the button. Pull and push on the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place. The front seat outboard head restraints are not removable. Rear Seats Folding the Rear Head Restraint The vehicle’s rear seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. The height of the head restraint can be adjusted. Pull the head restraint up to raise it. Try to move the head restraint to make sure it is locked in place. The head restraint 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. To lower the head restraint, press the button on the top of the seatback and push the head restraint down. Try to move the head restraint after the button is released to make sure it is locked in place. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Seats and Restraints 35 Front Seats 3. Try to move the seat back and forth to be sure it is locked in place. Seat Adjustment Height Adjustment Seat Position { Warning You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a driver seat while the vehicle is moving. Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving. The head restraint will fold rearward automatically. When an occupant or child restraint is in the seat, always return the head restraint to the full upright position. Pull the head restraint up and forward until it locks into place. If equipped, move the lever up or down to manually raise or lower the seat. Power Seat Adjustment Push and pull on the head restraint to make sure that it is locked. { Warning Always adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant's head. Rear outboard head restraints are not removable. To adjust a manual seat: 1. Pull the handle at the front of the seat. 2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the handle. You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a driver seat while the vehicle is moving. Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 36 Seats and Restraints { Warning The power seats will work with the ignition off. Children could operate the power seats and be injured. Never leave children alone in the vehicle. To adjust the seatback, see Reclining Seatbacks 0 36. To adjust the lumbar support, see Lumbar Adjustment 0 37. Reclining Seatbacks { Warning If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked. Manual Reclining Seatbacks To recline the seatback: 1. Lift the lever. If necessary, move the seat belt out of the way to access the lever. 2. Move the seatback to the desired position, then release the lever to lock the seatback in place. 3. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked. To return the seatback to an upright position: 1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback returns to the upright position. 2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked. { Warning To adjust the seat: . Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward. . Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down. . Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the rear of the control up or down. 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. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. (Continued) Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) Power Reclining Seatbacks Lumbar Adjustment The lap belt could go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at your pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well back in the seat and wear the seat belt properly. . Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline. . Tilt the top of the control forward to raise. Do not have a seatback reclined if the vehicle is moving. Press and hold the control forward to increase or rearward to decrease support. 37 Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 38 Seats and Restraints Memory Seats Personalization Settings” later in this section. The memory recalls may be cancelled at any time during the recall. See “Cancel Memory Seating Recalls” later in this section. Identifying Driver Number Overview If equipped, the memory seat feature allows drivers to save their unique driving positions and a shared exit position. See “Saving Seating Positions” later in this section. The saved positions can be recalled manually by all drivers, see “Manually Recalling Seating Positions” later in this section, and drivers with RKE transmitters 1 and 2 can also recall them automatically. See “Auto Seat Entry Memory Recall” or “Auto Seat Exit Memory Recall” later in this section. To enable automatic recalls, turn on Seat Entry Memory and/or Seat Exit Memory. See “Enable Automatic Recalls” under “Vehicle The vehicle identifies the current driver by their RKE transmitter number 1–8. The current RKE transmitter number may be identified by Driver Information Center (DIC) welcome message, “You are driver x for memory recalls,” This message is displayed the first few times the vehicle is turned on when a different RKE transmitter is used. For Seat Entry Memory to work properly, save positions to the 1 or 2 memory button matching the driver number of this welcome message. To aid in identifying transmitter IDs, it is recommended to only carry one RKE transmitter when entering the vehicle. Perform the following if the welcome message is not displayed: 1. Move all keys and RKE transmitters away from the vehicle. 2. Start the vehicle with another RKE transmitter. A DIC welcome message should display indicating the driver number of the other RKE transmitter. Turn the vehicle off and remove the other key or RKE transmitter from the vehicle. 3. Start the vehicle with the initial key or RKE transmitter. The DIC welcome message should display the driver number of the initial RKE transmitter. Saving Seating Positions Read these instructions completely before saving memory positions. To save preferred driving positions to 1 and 2: 1. Turn the vehicle on or to ACC/ ACCESSORY. A DIC welcome message may indicate the driver number of the current RKE transmitter. See “Identifying Driver Number” previously in this section. 2. Adjust all available memory features to the desired driving position. 3. Press and release SET; a beep will sound. 4. Immediately upon releasing SET, press and hold memory button 1 or 2 matching the current Driver’s RKE transmitter number until two beeps sound. If too much time passes between releasing SET and pressing 1 or 2, the two beeps will Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Seats and Restraints Manual Memory recall movement for 1, 2 or Enable Automatic Recalls under Vehicle Personalization Settings . For Seat Entry Memory that begins movement to the preferred driving position of the 1 or 2 button when the vehicle is turned on, select the Settings menu, then Vehicle, then Seating Position, then Seat Entry Memory, and then Select ON or OFF. See “Auto Seat Entry Memory Recall” later in this section. . For Seat Exit Memory that begins movement to the preferred exit position of the B button when the vehicle is turned off and the driver door is open or opened, select the Settings menu, then Vehicle, then Seating Position, then Seat Exit Memory, and then Select ON or OFF. See “Auto Seat Exit Memory Recall” later in this section. . See Vehicle Personalization 0 114 for additional setting information. B buttons may be initiated and will Auto Seat Entry Memory Recall complete to the saved memory position if the vehicle is in or out of P (Park). Seat Entry Memory will automatically begin movement to the seating positions of the 1 or 2 button corresponding to the driver’s RKE Transmitter number 1 or 2 detected by the vehicle when: . The vehicle is turned ON. not sound indicating memory position were not saved. Repeat Steps 3 and 4 to try again. 5. Repeat Steps 1–4 for the other RKE transmitter 1 or 2 using the other 1 or 2 memory button. It is recommended to save the preferred driving positions to both 1 and 2 if you are the only driver. To save the common exit seating position to B that is used by all drivers for Manually Recalling Seating Positions and Auto Seat Exit Memory Recall features, repeat Steps 1– 4 using B, the exit button. Manually Recalling Seating Positions Press and hold 1, 2, or B button until the recall is complete, to recall the positions previously saved to that button. 39 . Seating positions have been previously saved to the same 1 or 2 button. See “Saving Seating Positions” previously in this section. . Seat Entry Memory is enabled. See “Enable Automatic Recalls” under “Vehicle Personalization Settings” previously in this section. . The shift lever is in P (Park). Seat Entry Memory Recall will continue if the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park) prior to reaching the saved memory position. If the saved memory seat position does not automatically recall, verify the recall is enabled. See “Enable Automatic Recalls” under “Vehicle Personalization Settings” previously in this section. If the memory seat recalls to the wrong position, the driver’s RKE transmitter number 1 or 2 may not match the memory button number positions they were saved to. Try the other RKE transmitter or try saving the positions to the other 1 or 2 memory button. See “Saving Seating Positions” previously in this section. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 40 Seats and Restraints Automatic Seat Entry Memory recalls are only available for driver’s RKE Transmitter numbers 1 and 2. RKE transmitters 3–8 will not provide Seat Entry Memory recalls. Auto Seat Exit Memory Recall Seat Exit Memory will begin movement to the seating position of the B button when: . The vehicle is turned off and the driver door is open or opened within a short time. . A seating position has been previously been saved to the B memory button. See “Saving Seating Positions” previously in this section . Seat Exit Memory is enabled. See “Enable Automatic Recalls” under “Vehicle Personalization Settings” previously in this section. . The shift lever is in P (Park). Seat Exit Memory recall will continue if the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park) prior to reaching the saved memory position. Seat Exit Memory is not linked to the driver’s RKE transmitter. The seating position saved to B is used for all drivers. Cancel Memory Seating Recalls . During any memory recall: Press a power seat control Press SET memory button . During Manual memory recall: Release 1, 2, or B memory button . During Auto Seat Entry Memory Recall: Turn vehicle off Press SET, 1, 2, or Warning (Continued) especially for long periods of time. Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat, such as a blanket, cushion, cover, or similar item. This may cause the seat heater to overheat. An overheated seat heater may cause a burn or may damage the seat. B memory buttons . During Auto Seat Exit Memory Recall: Press SET, 1, 2, or B memory buttons Obstructions If something has blocked the seat while recalling a memory position, the recall may stop. Remove the obstruction and try the recall again. If the memory position still does not recall, see your dealer. Heated Front Seats { Warning If temperature change or pain to the skin cannot be felt, the seat heater may cause burns. To reduce the risk of burns, use care when using the seat heater, (Continued) If equipped, the controls are on the climate control panel. The engine must be running to operate the heated seats. Press M or L to heat the driver or passenger seat cushion and seatback. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Seats and Restraints Press the control once for the highest setting. With each press of the control, the heated seat will change to the next lower setting, and then the off setting. Three lights indicate the highest setting and one light the lowest. If the heated seats are on high, the level may automatically be lowered after approximately 30 minutes. The passenger seat may take longer to heat up. Remote Start Heated Seats When it is cold outside, the heated seats can be turned on automatically during a remote vehicle start. The heated seats will be canceled when the ignition is turned on. Press the heated seat controls to use the heated seats after the vehicle is started. The heated seat indicator lights on the control do not turn on during a remote start. The temperature performance of an unoccupied seat may be reduced. This is normal. The heated seats will not turn on during a remote start unless the heated seat feature is enabled in the vehicle personalization menu. See Remote Vehicle Start 0 13 and Vehicle Personalization 0 114. Folding Seatback 41 2. Move the seat as far back as possible. See Seat Adjustment 0 35 or Power Seat Adjustment 0 35 The front passenger seatback may fold flat. { Warning If you fold the seatback forward to carry longer objects, such as skis, be sure any such cargo is not near an airbag. In a crash, an inflating airbag might force that object toward a person. This could cause severe injury or even death. Secure objects away from the area in which an airbag would inflate. Where Are the Airbags? 0 52. Vehicle Load Limits 0 192. { Warning Things you put on this seatback can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. Remove or secure all items before driving. To fold the seatback: 1. Lower the head restraint all the way. See Head Restraints 0 33 3. Lift the lever fully and fold the seatback forward. If necessary, move the seat belt out of the way to access the lever. 4. Continue lowering the seatback until it is completely folded and locks in place. To raise the seatback: 1. Lift the lever fully to unlock the seatback. Then, raise the seatback and push it rearward until it re-engages. 2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked in place. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 42 Seats and Restraints { Warning If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked. Rear Seats Rear Seat Reminder If equipped, the message REAR SEAT REMINDER LOOK IN REAR SEAT displays under certain conditions indicating there may be an item or passenger in the rear seat. Check before exiting the vehicle. This feature will activate when a rear door is opened while the vehicle is on or up to 10 minutes before the vehicle is turned on. There will be an alert when the vehicle is turned off. The alert does not directly detect objects in the rear seat; instead, under certain conditions, it detects when a rear door is opened and closed, indicating that there may be something in the rear seat. The feature is active only once each time the vehicle is turned on and off, and will require reactivation by opening and closing the rear doors. There may be an alert even when there is nothing in the rear seat; for example, if a child entered the vehicle through the rear door and left the vehicle without the vehicle being shut off. The feature can be turned on or off. See Vehicle Personalization 0 114. Folding the Seatback Either side of the seatback can be folded for more cargo space. Fold a seatback only when the vehicle is not moving. Caution 2. Make sure the seat belt is in the retainer hook Folding a rear seat with the seat belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the seat belts. Always unbuckle the seat belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat. To fold the seatback: 1. Fold the head restraint. See Head Restraints 0 33. 3. Pull the lever on top of the seatback to unlock the seatback. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Seats and Restraints A red indicator near the seatback lever is exposed when the seatback is unlocked. 4. Fold the seatback down. Repeat Steps 1–3 for the other seatback, if desired. Raising the Seatbacks { Warning If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked. { Warning A seat belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted will not provide the protection needed 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. To raise a seatback: 1. Lift the seatback up and push it rearward to lock it in place. A red indicator near the seatback lever retracts when the seatback is locked in place. The center rear seat belt may lock when you raise the seatback. If this happens, let the belt go back all the way and start again. 2. Return the head restraint to the upright position. See Head Restraints 0 33. 3. Push and pull the top of the seatback to be sure it is locked into position. 4. Check if the seat belt is stowed within hook at side. If not, stow seat belt in it appropriately. 5. Repeat the steps to raise the other seatback, if necessary. When the seat is not in use, it should be kept in the upright, locked position. 43 Rear Seat Armrest The rear seat has an armrest in the center of the seatback. Lower the armrest to access the cupholders. To fold, lift the armrest up and push it rearward until it is flush with the seatback. Seat Belts This section describes how to use seat belts properly, and some things not to do. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 44 Seats and Restraints { Warning Why Seat Belts Work Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I am wearing a seat belt? Do not let anyone ride where a seat belt cannot be worn properly. In a crash, if you or your passenger(s) are not wearing seat belts, injuries can be 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 buckled up can strike other passengers in the vehicle. It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, passengers riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow passengers to ride in any area of the vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. Always wear a seat belt, and check that all passenger(s) are restrained properly too. This vehicle has indicators as a reminder to buckle the seat belts. See Seat Belt Reminders 0 96. Questions and Answers About Seat Belts A: You could be — whether you are wearing a seat belt or not. Your chance of being conscious during and after a crash, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted. Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why should I have to wear seat belts? When riding in a vehicle, you travel as fast as the vehicle does. If the vehicle stops suddenly, you keep going until something stops you. It could be the windshield, the instrument panel, or the seat belts! When you wear a seat belt, you and the vehicle slow down together. There is more time to stop because you stop over a longer distance and, when worn properly, your strongest bones take the forces from the seat belts. That is why wearing seat belts makes such good sense. 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, in nearly all states and in all Canadian provinces, the law requires wearing seat belts. How to Wear Seat Belts Properly Follow these rules for everyone's protection. There are additional things to know about seat belts and children, including smaller children and infants. If a child will be riding in the vehicle, see Older Children 0 61 or Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Seats and Restraints Infants and Young Children 0 62. Review and follow the rules for children in addition to the following rules. It is very important for all occupants to buckle up. Statistics show that unbelted people are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing seat belts. There are important things to know about wearing a seat belt properly. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force on your abdomen. This could 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 there is a sudden stop or crash. { Warning You can be seriously injured, or even killed, by not wearing your seat belt properly. . Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the floor in front of you (if possible). . Wear the lap part of the belt low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones and you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. Never allow the lap or shoulder belt to become loose or twisted. 45 Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 46 Seats and Restraints { Warning Never wear the shoulder belt under both arms or behind your back. Never route the lap or shoulder belt over an armrest. { Warning The seat belt can be pinched if it is routed under plastic trim on the seat, such as trim around the rear seatback folding handle or side airbag. In a crash, pinched seat belts might not provide adequate protection. Never allow seat belts to be routed under plastic trim pieces. Always use the correct buckle for your seating position. You can be seriously injured or killed if the shoulder belt is worn behind your back, under your legs, or wrapped around your neck. The shoulder belt can tighten but cannot be loosened if it is locked. The shoulder belt locks when it is pulled all the way out of the retractor. It unlocks when the shoulder belt is allowed to go all the way back into the retractor, but it cannot do this if it is wrapped around you. You may have to cut the seat belt if it is locked and tightened around you. Lap-Shoulder Belt 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 straight. To see how, see “Seats” in the Index. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Seats and Restraints 47 position on the seat, move the seat rearward or recline the seat until the shoulder belt retractor lock releases. Engaging the child restraint locking feature in the front outboard seating position may affect the passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System 0 56. 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted. The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly. If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt is pulled out all the way, the child restraint locking feature may be engaged. See Child Restraint Systems 0 64. If this occurs, let the belt go back all the way and start again. If the locking feature stays engaged after letting the belt go back to stowed 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 Extender 0 49. Position the release button on the buckle so that the seat belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary. If the webbing locks in the latch plate before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate flat to unlock. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 48 Seats and Restraints Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and front outboard passenger seating positions. Adjust the height so the shoulder portion of the belt 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 crash. See How to Wear Seat Belts Properly 0 44. 4. If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster, move it to the height that is right for you. See “Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster” later in this section for instructions on use and important safety information. 5. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder belt. It may be necessary to pull stitching on the seat belt through the latch plate to fully tighten the lap belt on smaller occupants. To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. The belt should return to its stowed position. Always stow the seat belt slowly. If the seat belt webbing returns quickly to the stowed position, the retractor may lock and cannot be pulled out. If this happens, pull the seat belt straight out firmly to unlock the webbing, and then release it. If the webbing is still locked in the retractor, see your dealer. Before a door is closed, be sure the seat belt is out of the way. If a door is slammed against a seat belt, damage can occur to both the seat belt and the vehicle. To move the shoulder belt height adjuster down, push up on the release button and move the height adjuster to the desired Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Seats and Restraints position. You can move the height adjuster up by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide. After the adjuster is set to the desired position, try to move it down without pushing the release button to make sure it has locked into position. Seat Belt Pretensioners This vehicle has seat belt pretensioners for front outboard occupants. Although the seat belt pretensioners cannot be seen, they are part of the seat belt assembly. They can help tighten the seat belts during the early stages of a moderate to severe frontal, near frontal, or rear crash if the threshold conditions for pretensioner activation are met. Seat belt pretensioners can also help tighten the seat belts in a side crash or a rollover event. Pretensioners work only once. If the pretensioners activate in a crash, the pretensioners and probably other parts of the vehicle’s seat belt system will need to be replaced. See Replacing Seat Belt System Parts after a Crash 0 50. 49 Do not sit on the outboard seat belt while entering or exiting the vehicle or at any time while sitting in the seat. Sitting on the seat belt can damage the webbing and hardware. Rear Seat Belt Comfort Guides Rear seat belt comfort guides may provide added seat belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide positions the shoulder belt away from the neck and head. Comfort guides are available through your dealer for the rear outboard seating positions. Instructions are included with the guide. Seat Belt Use During Pregnancy Seat belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. 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, below the rounding, throughout the pregnancy. The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a seat belt is worn properly, it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making seat belts effective is wearing them properly. Seat Belt Extender If the vehicle's seat belt will fasten around you, you should use it. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 50 Seats and Restraints But if a seat belt is not long enough, your dealer will order you an extender. Only a GM dealer issued extender should be used. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you. To help avoid personal injury, do not let someone else use it, and use it only for the seat it is made to fit. The extender has been designed for adults. Never use it for securing child restraints. For more information on the proper use and fit of seat belt extenders see the instruction sheet that comes with the extender. Safety System Check Periodically check the seat belt reminder, seat belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, shoulder belt height adjusters (if equipped), and seat belt anchorages to make sure they are all in working order. Look for any other loose or damaged seat belt system parts that might keep a seat belt system from performing properly. See your dealer to have it repaired. Torn, frayed, or twisted seat belts may not protect you in a crash. Torn or frayed seat belts can rip apart under impact forces. If a belt is torn or frayed, have it replaced immediately. If a belt is twisted, it may be possible to untwist by reversing the latch plate on the webbing. If the twist cannot be corrected, ask your dealer to fix it. Make sure the seat belt reminder light is working. See Seat Belt Reminders 0 96. Keep seat belts clean and dry. See Seat Belt Care 0 50. Seat Belt Care Keep belts clean and dry. Seat belts should be properly cared for and maintained. Seat belt hardware should be kept dry and free of dust 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 exists in the system please see the dealer. Parts may need to be replaced to ensure proper functionality of the system. { Warning Do not bleach or dye seat belt webbing. It may severely weaken the webbing. In a crash, they might not be able to (Continued) Warning (Continued) provide adequate protection. Clean and rinse seat belt webbing only with mild soap and lukewarm water. Allow the webbing to dry. Replacing Seat Belt System Parts after a Crash { Warning A crash can damage the seat belt system in the vehicle. A damaged seat belt system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure the seat belt systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible. After a minor crash, replacement of seat belts may not be necessary. But the seat belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged. See your dealer to have the seat belt assemblies inspected or replaced. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Seats and Restraints New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the seat belt system was not being used at the time of the crash. Have the seat belt pretensioners checked if the vehicle has been in a crash, or if the airbag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or while you are driving. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 96. Airbag System The vehicle has the following airbags: . A frontal airbag for the driver . A frontal airbag for the front outboard passenger . A knee airbag for the driver . A knee airbag for the front outboard passenger . A seat-mounted side impact airbag for the driver . A seat-mounted side impact airbag for the front outboard passenger . Seat-mounted side impact airbags for the second row outboard passengers . A roof-rail 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 outboard passenger All vehicle airbags have the word AIRBAG on the trim or on a label near the deployment opening. For frontal airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the center of the steering wheel for the driver and on the instrument panel for the front outboard passenger. For knee airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the lower part of the instrument panel. For seat-mounted side impact airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the side of the seatback or side of the seat closest to the door. For roof-rail airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the ceiling or trim. Airbags are designed to supplement the protection provided by seat belts. Even though today's airbags are also designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating bag, all airbags must inflate very quickly to do their job. Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system: 51 { Warning You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your seat belt, even with airbags. Airbags are designed to work with seat belts, not replace them. Also, airbags are not designed to inflate in every crash. In some crashes seat belts are the only restraint. See When Should an Airbag Inflate? 0 53. Wearing your seat belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it. Airbags are “supplemental restraints” to the seat belts. Everyone in the vehicle should wear a seat belt properly, whether or not there is an airbag for that person. { Warning Because airbags inflate with great force and faster than the blink of an eye, anyone who is up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Do not sit (Continued) Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 52 Seats and Restraints The driver frontal airbag is in the center of the steering wheel. Warning (Continued) unnecessarily close to any airbag, as you would be if sitting on the edge of the seat or leaning forward. Seat belts help keep you in position before and during a crash. Always wear a seat belt, even with airbags. The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle. The seat belts and the front outboard passenger airbags are most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat with both feet on the floor. Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door or side windows in seating positions with seat-mounted side impact airbags and/or roof-rail airbags. { Warning Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Always secure children properly in the vehicle. To read how, see Older Children 0 61 or Infants and Young Children 0 62. The front outboard passenger frontal airbag is in the passenger side instrument panel. There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 96. Where Are the Airbags? The driver knee airbag is below the steering column. The front outboard passenger knee airbag is below the glove box. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Seats and Restraints On vehicles with second row seat-mounted side impact airbags, they are in the sides of the seatback closest to the door. 53 Warning (Continued) must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering. Do not use seat accessories that block the inflation path of a seat-mounted side impact airbag. Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar The driver and front outboard passenger seat-mounted side impact airbags are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door. Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar The roof-rail airbags for the driver, front outboard passenger, and rear outboard passengers are in the ceiling above the side windows. { Warning If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating airbag (Continued) Never secure anything to the roof of a vehicle with roof-rail airbags by routing a rope or tie‐down through any door or window opening. If you do, the path of an inflating roof-rail airbag will be blocked. When Should an Airbag Inflate? This vehicle is equipped with airbags. See Airbag System 0 51. Airbags are designed to inflate if the impact exceeds the specific airbag system's deployment threshold. Deployment thresholds are used to predict how severe a crash is likely to be in time for the airbags to inflate and help restrain the occupants. The vehicle has electronic sensors that help the airbag system Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 54 Seats and Restraints determine the severity of the impact. Deployment thresholds can vary with specific vehicle design. Frontal airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crashes to help reduce the potential for severe injuries, mainly to the driver's or front outboard passenger's head and chest. Whether the frontal airbags will or should inflate is not based primarily on how fast the vehicle is traveling. It depends on what is hit, the direction of the impact, and how quickly the vehicle slows down. Frontal airbags may inflate at different crash speeds depending on whether the vehicle hits an object straight on or at an angle, and whether the object is fixed or moving, rigid or deformable, narrow or wide. Frontal airbags are not intended to inflate during vehicle rollovers, in rear impacts, or in many side impacts. In addition, the vehicle has advanced technology frontal airbags. Advanced technology frontal airbags 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 rollovers, in rear impacts, or in many side impacts. Seat-mounted side impact airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes, depending on the location of the impact. These airbags are also designed to inflate in some moderate to severe or near-frontal impacts that could result in the occupant moving toward the side of the vehicle. Seat-mounted side impact airbags are not designed to inflate in rollovers, or rear impacts. A seat-mounted side impact airbag is designed to inflate on the side of the vehicle that is struck. Roof-rail airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes depending on the location of the impact. In addition, these roof-rail airbags are designed to inflate during a rollover or in a severe frontal impact. Roof-rail airbags are not designed to inflate in rear impacts. Both roof-rail airbags will inflate when either side of the vehicle is struck or if the sensing system predicts that the vehicle is about to roll over on its side, or in a severe frontal impact. In any particular crash, no one can say whether an airbag should have inflated simply because of the vehicle damage or repair costs. What Makes an Airbag Inflate? In a deployment event, the sensing system sends an electrical signal triggering a release of gas from the inflator. Gas from the inflator fills the airbag causing the bag to break out of the cover. The inflator, the airbag, and related hardware are all part of the airbag module. For airbag locations, see Where Are the Airbags? 0 52. How Does an Airbag Restrain? In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. In moderate to severe side collisions, even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle. Airbags supplement the protection provided by seat belts by distributing the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant's body. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Seats and Restraints Rollover capable roof-rail airbags are designed to help contain the head and chest of occupants in the outboard seating positions in the first and second rows. The rollover capable roof-rail airbags are designed to help reduce the risk of full or partial ejection in rollover events, although no system can prevent all such ejections. But airbags would not help in many types of collisions, primarily because the occupant's motion is not toward those airbags. See When Should an Airbag Inflate? 0 53. 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-mounted side impact airbags inflate, they quickly deflate, so quickly that some people may not even realize the airbags inflated. Roof-rail airbags may still be at least partially inflated for some time after they inflate. Some components of the airbag module may be hot for several minutes. For location of the airbags, see Where Are the Airbags? 0 52. The parts of the airbag that come into contact with you may be warm, but not too hot to touch. There may be some smoke and dust coming from the vents in the deflated airbags. Airbag inflation does not prevent the driver from seeing out of the windshield or being able to steer the vehicle, nor does it prevent people from leaving the vehicle. { Warning When an airbag inflates, there may be dust in the air. This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so. If you have breathing problems but cannot get out of the vehicle after an airbag inflates, then get fresh air by opening a window or a door. If you experience breathing problems following an airbag deployment, you should seek medical attention. The vehicle has a feature that may automatically unlock the doors, turn on the interior lamps and hazard warning flashers, and shut off the fuel system after the 55 airbags inflate. The feature may also activate, without airbag inflation, after an event that exceeds a predetermined threshold. After turning the ignition off and then on again, the fuel system will return to normal operation; the doors can be locked, the interior lamps can be turned off, and the hazard warning flashers can be turned off using the controls for those features. If any of these systems are damaged in the crash they may not operate as normal. { Warning A crash severe enough to inflate the airbags may have also damaged important functions in the vehicle, such as the fuel system, brake and steering systems, etc. Even if the vehicle appears to be drivable after a moderate crash, there may be concealed damage that could make it difficult to safely operate the vehicle. Use caution if you should attempt to restart the engine after a crash has occurred. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 56 Seats and Restraints In many crashes severe enough to inflate the airbag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the front outboard passenger airbag. . Airbags are designed to inflate only once. After an airbag inflates, you will need some new parts for the airbag system. If you do not get them, the airbag system will not be there to help protect you in another crash. A new system will include airbag modules and possibly other parts. The service manual for the vehicle covers the need to replace other parts. . The vehicle has a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information after a crash. See Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 0 350 and Event Data Recorders 0 351. . Let only qualified technicians work on the airbag systems. Improper service can mean that an airbag system will not work properly. See your dealer for service. Passenger Sensing System The vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the front outboard passenger position. The passenger airbag status indicator will light on the overhead console when the vehicle is started. United States The passenger sensing system turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag under certain conditions. No other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system. The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the front outboard passenger seat and seat belt. The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the front outboard passenger frontal airbag, and knee airbag, should be allowed to inflate or not. According to accident statistics, children 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. Canada The words ON and OFF, or the symbols for on and off, will be visible during the system check. When the system check is complete, either the word ON or OFF, or the symbol for on or off, will be visible. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 97. Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front. This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag inflates. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Seats and Restraints A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the passenger frontal airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag. A child in a forward-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the passenger frontal airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position. The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag, and knee airbag, if: . The front outboard passenger seat is unoccupied. . The system determines an infant is present in a child restraint. . A front outboard passenger takes his/her weight off of the seat for a period of time. . There is a critical problem with the airbag system or the passenger sensing system. Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger airbag(s), no system is fail-safe. No one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance, even though the airbag(s) are off. When the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag, and knee airbag, the OFF indicator will light and stay lit as a reminder that the airbags are off. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 97. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the front seat, even if the airbag is off. If securing a forward-facing child restraint in the front outboard passenger seat, always move the seat as far back as it will go. It is better to secure child restraints in the rear seat. Consider using another vehicle to transport the child when a rear seat is not available. The passenger sensing system is designed to turn on the front outboard passenger frontal airbag, and knee airbag, anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the front outboard passenger seat. { Warning When the passenger sensing system has allowed the airbags to be enabled, the ON indicator will light and stay lit as a reminder that the airbags are active. 57 For some children, including children in child restraints, and for very small adults, the passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag, and knee airbag, depending upon the person's seating posture and body build. Everyone in the vehicle who has outgrown child restraints should wear a seat belt properly — whether or not there is an airbag for that person. { Warning If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have the vehicle serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 96 for more information, including important safety information. If the On Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag, if the system determines that an infant is present in a child restraint. If a child restraint has been installed and the ON indicator is lit: Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 58 Seats and Restraints 1. Turn the vehicle off. 2. Remove the child restraint from the vehicle. 3. Remove any additional items from the seat such as blankets, cushions, seat covers, seat heaters, or seat massagers. 4. Reinstall the child restraint following the directions provided by the child restraint manufacturer and refer to Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat) 0 73 or Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Front Seat) 0 74. Make sure the seat belt retractor is locked by pulling the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor when installing the child restraint, even if the child restraint is equipped with a seat belt lock off. When the retractor lock is set, the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor. 5. If, after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle, the ON indicator is still lit, turn the vehicle off. Then slightly recline the vehicle seatback and adjust the seat cushion, if adjustable, to make sure that the vehicle seatback is not pushing the child restraint into the seat cushion. Also make sure the child restraint is not trapped under the vehicle head restraint. If this happens, adjust the head restraint. See Head Restraints 0 33. 6. Restart the vehicle. The passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the airbags for a child in a child restraint depending upon the child’s size. It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the front seat, even if the ON indicator is not lit. If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an Adult-Sized Occupant If a person of adult size is sitting in the front outboard passenger seat, but the OFF indicator is lit, it could be because that person is not sitting properly in the seat or that the child restraint locking feature is engaged. Use the following steps to allow the system to detect that person and enable the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag: 1. Turn the vehicle off. 2. Remove any additional material from the seat, such as blankets, cushions, seat covers, seat heaters, or seat massagers. 3. Place the seatback in the fully upright position. 4. Have the person sit upright in the seat, centered on the seat cushion, with legs comfortably extended. 5. If the shoulder portion of the belt is pulled out all the way, the child restraint locking feature will be engaged. This may unintentionally cause the passenger sensing system to turn the airbag off for some adult-sized occupants. If this happens, unbuckle the belt, let the belt go back all the way, and then buckle the belt again without pulling the belt out all the way. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Seats and Restraints 6. Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for two to three minutes after the ON indicator is lit. { Warning If the front outboard passenger airbag is turned off for an adult-sized occupant, the airbag will not be able to inflate and help protect that person in a crash, resulting in an increased 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 Operation Seat belts help keep the passenger in position on the seat during vehicle maneuvers and braking, which helps the passenger sensing system maintain the passenger airbag status. See “Seat Belts” and “Child Restraints” in the Index for additional information about the importance of proper restraint use. A thick layer of additional material, such as a blanket or cushion, or aftermarket equipment such as seat covers, seat heaters, and seat massagers can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates. We recommend that you not use seat covers or other aftermarket equipment except when approved by GM for your specific vehicle. See Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 60 for more information about modifications that can affect how the system operates. The ON indicator may be lit if an object, such as a briefcase, handbag, grocery bag, laptop, or other electronic device, is put on an unoccupied seat. If this is not desired, remove the object from the seat. { Warning Stowing articles under the passenger seat or between the passenger seat cushion and seatback may interfere with the proper operation of the passenger sensing system. 59 Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Airbags affect how the vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the airbag system in several places around the vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing the vehicle and the airbag system. To purchase a service manual, see Publication Ordering Information 0 348. { Warning For up to 10 seconds after the vehicle is turned off and the battery is disconnected, an airbag can still inflate during improper service. You can be injured if you are close to an airbag when it inflates. Avoid yellow connectors. They are probably part of the airbag system. Be sure to follow proper service procedures, and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 60 Seats and Restraints Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Adding accessories 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 changing, including improperly repairing or replacing, any parts of the following: . Airbag system, including airbag modules, front or side impact sensors, sensing and diagnostic module, or airbag wiring . Front seats, including stitching, seams or zippers . Seat belts . Steering wheel, instrument panel, overhead console, ceiling trim, or pillar garnish trim . Inner door seals, including speakers Your dealer and the service manual have information about the location of the airbag modules and sensors, sensing and diagnostic module, and airbag wiring along with the proper replacement procedures. In addition, the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the front outboard passenger position, which includes sensors that are part of the passenger's seat. The passenger sensing system may not operate properly if the original seat trim is replaced with non-GM covers, upholstery, or trim, or with GM covers, upholstery, or trim designed for a different vehicle. Any object, such as an aftermarket seat heater or a comfort enhancing pad or device, installed under or on top of the seat fabric, could also interfere with the operation of the passenger sensing system. This could either prevent proper deployment of the passenger airbag(s) or prevent the passenger sensing system from properly turning off the passenger airbag(s). See Passenger Sensing System 0 56. If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail airbags, see Different Size Tires and Wheels 0 301 for additional important information. If the vehicle must be modified because you have a disability and you have questions about whether the modifications will affect the vehicle's airbag system, or if you have questions about whether the airbag system will be affected if the vehicle is modified for any other reason, call Customer Assistance. See Customer Assistance Offices 0 343. Airbag System Check The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement. Make sure the airbag readiness light is working. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 96. Caution If an airbag covering is damaged, opened, or broken, the airbag may not work properly. Do not open or break the airbag coverings. If there are any opened or broken airbag coverings, have the airbag covering and/or airbag module replaced. For the location of the airbags, see Where Are the Airbags? 0 52. See your dealer for service. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Seats and Restraints Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash Child Restraints Older Children { Warning A crash can damage the airbag systems in the vehicle. A damaged airbag system may not properly protect you and your passenger(s) in a crash, resulting in serious injury or even death. To help make sure the airbag systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible. If an airbag inflates, you will need to replace airbag system parts. See your dealer for service. If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on when you are driving, the airbag system may not work properly. Have the vehicle serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 96. 61 belt comfort guide, if available. See “Rear Seat Belt Comfort Guides” under Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 46. If a comfort guide is not available, or if the shoulder belt still does not rest on the shoulder, then return to the booster seat. . Does the lap belt fit low and snug on the hips, touching the thighs? If yes, continue. If no, return to the booster seat. . Can proper seat belt fit be maintained for the length of the trip? If yes, continue. If no, return to the booster seat. Q: What is the proper way to wear seat belts? Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle’s seat belts. The manufacturer instructions that come with the booster seat state the weight and height limitations for that booster. Use a booster seat with a lap-shoulder belt until the child passes the fit test below: . Sit all the way back on the seat. Do the knees bend at the seat edge? If yes, continue. If no, return to the booster seat. . Buckle the lap-shoulder belt. Does the shoulder belt rest on the shoulder? If yes, continue. If no, try using the rear seat A: An older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips, just touching the top of the thighs. This applies belt force to the child's pelvic bones in a crash. It should never be worn over the abdomen, which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash. Also see “Rear Seat Belt Comfort Guides” under Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 46. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 62 Seats and Restraints According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in a rear seating position. In a crash, children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up, or can be thrown out of the vehicle. Older children need to use seat belts properly. { Warning Never allow more than one child to wear the same seat belt. The seat belt cannot properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, they can be crushed together and seriously injured. A seat belt must be used by only one person at a time. { Warning Never allow a child to wear the seat belt shoulder belt under both arms or behind their back. A child can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt. The child could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury. The child might also slide under the lap belt. The belt force would then be applied right on the abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle. { Warning Children can be seriously injured or killed if the shoulder belt is worn behind their back, under their legs, or wrapped around (Continued) Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Seats and Restraints 63 Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) their neck. The shoulder belt can tighten but cannot be loosened if it is locked. The shoulder belt locks when it is pulled all the way out of the retractor. It unlocks when the shoulder belt is allowed to go all the way back into the retractor, but it cannot do this if it is wrapped around the child. Never leave children unattended in a vehicle and never allow children to improperly wear, or play with, the seat belts. is not possible to hold it during a crash. For example, in a crash at only 40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb) infant will suddenly become a 110 kg (240 lb) force on a person's arms. An infant or child should be secured in an appropriate child restraint. outboard seat. Secure a rear-facing child restraint in a rear seat. It is also better to secure a forward-facing child restraint in a rear seat. If you must secure a forward-facing child restraint in the front outboard seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go. { Warning Child restraints are devices used to restrain, seat, or position children in the vehicle and are sometimes called child seats or car seats. Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by appropriate 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. { Warning Never hold an infant or a child while riding in a vehicle. Due to crash forces, an infant or a child will become so heavy it (Continued) Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the front (Continued) Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 64 Seats and Restraints There are three basic types of child restraints: . Forward-facing child restraints . Rear-facing child restraints . Belt-positioning booster seats The proper child restraint for your child depends on their size, weight, and age, and also on whether the child restraint is compatible with the vehicle in which it will be used. For each types of child restraints, there are many different models available. When purchasing a child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle and is certified to comply with US Federal or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. If it is, the child restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. The NHTSA website includes a list of registered car seat manufacturers (https://www.nhtsa.gov) and links to their registration pages for consumers. Registration helps manufacturers identify purchasers for recall notices. The instruction manual that is provided with the child restraint states the weight and height limitations for that particular child restraint. In addition, there are many kinds of child restraints available for children with special needs. Child Restraint Systems { Warning To reduce the risk of neck and head injury in a crash, infants and toddlers should be secured in a rear-facing child restraint until age two, or until they reach the maximum height and weight limits of their child restraint. { Warning A young child's hip bones are still so small that the vehicle seat belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may settle up around the child's abdomen. In a crash, the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure. This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a crash, young children should always be secured in an appropriate child restraint. Rear-Facing Infant Restraint A rear-facing child restraint provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Seats and Restraints 65 Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle { Warning Forward-Facing Child Restraint A forward-facing child restraint provides restraint for the child's body with the harness. Booster Seats A belt-positioning booster seat is used for children who have outgrown their forward-facing child restraint. Boosters are designed to improve the fit of the vehicle's seat belt system until the child is large enough for the vehicle seat belts to fit properly without a booster seat. See the seat belt fit test in Older Children 0 61. A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle seat belt or LATCH system, following the instructions that came with that child restraint and the instructions in this manual. To help reduce the chance of injury, the child restraint must be secured in the vehicle. Child restraints must be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a lap-shoulder belt, or by the LATCH system. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 67 for more information. Never use a seat belt extender when installing a child restraint. Use only seats and related equipment that are certified to comply with US Federal or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards to secure a child restraint. Children can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 66 Seats and Restraints When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the following: 1. Instruction labels 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, obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer. Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle. Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in the vehicle — even when no child is in it. In some areas Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians (CPSTs) are available to inspect and demonstrate how to correctly use and install child restraints. In the U.S., refer to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website to locate the nearest child safety seat inspection station. For CPST availability in Canada, check with Transport Canada or the Provincial Ministry of Transportation office. Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint { Warning A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child is not properly secured in the child restraint. Secure the child properly following the instructions that came with that child restraint. Where to Put the Restraint According to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when properly restrained in an appropriate child restraint secured in a rear seating position. Whenever possible, children aged 12 and under should be secured in a rear seating position. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the front. This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great if the airbag deploys. { Warning A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the front passenger airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag. A child in a forward-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the front passenger airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position. Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the front passenger frontal airbag, no system 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 off. If you secure a forward-facing child restraint in the front seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go. It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat. See Passenger Sensing System 0 56 for additional information. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Seats and Restraints When securing a child restraint with the seat belts in a rear seat position, study the instructions that came with the child restraint to make sure it is compatible with this vehicle. Child restraints and booster seats vary considerably in size, and some may fit in certain seating positions better than others. Do not install a child restraint in any rear seating position where it cannot be installed securely. Depending on where you place the child restraint and the size of the child restraint, you may not be able to access adjacent seat belts or LATCH anchors for additional passengers or child restraints. Adjacent seating positions should not be used if the child restraint prevents access to or interferes with the routing of the seat belt. The seat in front of an installed child restraint should be adjusted to ensure proper installation according to the child restraint manual. Wherever a child restraint is installed, be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint and secure the child restraint properly. Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle. Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in the vehicle — even when no child is in it. Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) The LATCH system secures a child restraint during driving or in a crash. LATCH attachments on the child restraint are used to attach the child restraint to the anchors in the vehicle. The LATCH system is designed to make installation of a child restraint easier. In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle, you need a child restraint that has LATCH attachments. LATCH-compatible rear-facing and forward-facing child seats can be properly installed using either the LATCH anchors or the vehicle’s seat belts. Do not use both the seat belts and the 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 the booster seat be secured with the LATCH system, this 67 can be done as long as the booster seat can be positioned properly and there is no interference with the proper positioning of the lap-shoulder belt on the child. Make sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint, and also the instructions in this manual. When installing a child restraint with a top tether, you must also use either the lower anchors or the seat belts to properly secure the child restraint. A child restraint must never be attached using only the top tether. For a forward-facing 5-pt harness child restraint where the combined weight of the child and restraint are up to 29.5 kg (65 lb), use either the lower LATCH anchorages with the top tether anchorage, or the seat belt with the top tether anchorage. Where the combined weight of the child and restraint are greater than 29.5 kg (65 lb), use the seat belt with the top tether anchorage only. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 68 Seats and Restraints Recommended Methods for Attaching Child Restraints Use Only Approved Attachment Methods Show with an X Combined Weight of the Child + Child Restraint LATCH-Lower Anchors Only Seat Belt Only Rear-Facing Child Restraint Up to 29.5 kg (65 lb) X X Rear-Facing Child Restraint Greater than 29.5 kg (65 lb) Forward-Facing Child Restraint Up to 29.5 kg (65 lb) Forward-Facing Child Restraint Greater than 29.5 kg (65 lb) Restraint Type See Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat) 0 73 or Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Front Seat) 0 74. LATCH-Lower Anchors and Top Tether Anchor Seat Belt and Top Tether Anchor X X X X Child restraints built after March 2014 will be labeled with the specific child weight up to which the LATCH system can be used to install the restraint. The following explains how to attach a child restraint with these attachments in the vehicle. Not all vehicle seating positions have lower anchors. In this case, the seat belt must be used (with top tether where available) to secure the child restraint. See Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat) 0 73 or Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Front Seat) 0 74. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Seats and Restraints Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor top tether always to be attached. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint. Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations Rear Seat Lower anchors (1) are metal bars built into the vehicle. There are two lower anchors for each LATCH seating position that will accommodate a child restraint with lower attachments (2). A top tether (3, 4) is used to secure the top of the child restraint to the vehicle. A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle. The top tether attachment hook (2) on the child restraint 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 tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Either will have a single attachment hook (2) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints with top tethers are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached. Others require the 69 } : Seating positions with top tether anchors. H : Seating positions with two lower anchors. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 70 Seats and Restraints on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. To assist in locating the lower anchors, each row anchor position has a label, near the crease on the seat cushion. To assist in locating the top tether anchors, the top tether anchor symbol is near the top tether anchors. Top Tether Anchors Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached. According to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating position. See Where to Put the Restraint 0 66 for additional information. Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System { Warning The lower anchors are behind the vertical openings in the seat cushion trim located below the anchor label. The top tether anchors for each rear seating position are on the back of the rear seatback. The rear compartment storage panel/cover might need to be adjusted to access the anchors. Be sure to use an anchor A child could be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly attached to the vehicle using either the LATCH anchors or the vehicle seat belt. Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint and the instructions in this manual. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Seats and Restraints { Warning Warning (Continued) To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a crash, do not attach more than one child restraint to a single anchor. Attaching more than one child restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash. A child or others could be injured. Buckle any unused seat belts behind the child restraint so children cannot reach them. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock, and tighten the belt behind the child restraint after the child restraint has been installed. { Warning Do not let the LATCH attachments rub against the vehicle’s seat belts. This may damage these parts. If necessary, move buckled seat belts to avoid rubbing the LATCH attachments. Do not fold the rear seatback when the seat is occupied. Do not fold the empty rear seat with a seat belt buckled. This could damage the seat belt or the seat. Unbuckle and return the seat belt to its stowed position, before folding the seat. Caution Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck. The shoulder belt can tighten but cannot be loosened if it is locked. The shoulder belt locks when it is pulled all the way out of the retractor. It unlocks when the shoulder belt is allowed to go all the way back into the retractor, but it cannot do this if it is wrapped around a child’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. (Continued) If you need to secure more than one child restraint in the rear seat, see Where to Put the Restraint 0 66. 71 1. Attach and tighten the lower attachments to the lower anchors. If the child restraint does not have lower attachments or the desired seating position does not have lower anchors, secure the child restraint with the top tether and the seat belts. Refer to the child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual. 1.1. Find the lower anchors for the desired seating position. 1.2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 1.3. Attach and tighten the lower attachments on the child restraint to the lower anchors. 2. If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor, 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 instructions and the following instructions: Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 72 Seats and Restraints If the position you are using does not have a head restraint and you are using a single tether, route the tether over the seatback. If the position you are using has an adjustable headrest or head restraint and you are using a single tether, raise the headrest or head restraint and route the tether under the headrest or head restraint and in between the headrest or head restraint posts. tether, raise the headrest or head restraint and route the tether under the headrest or head restraint and around the headrest or head restraint posts. If the child restraint is installed next to a center seat, make sure the top tether does not interfere with the center seating position shoulder belt/retractor. If it does, find another suitable seating position to install the child restraint. 3. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the LATCH path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth. There should be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of movement, for proper installation. Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash If the position you are using does not have a head restraint and you are using a dual tether, route the tether over the seatback. { Warning If the position you are using has an adjustable headrest or head restraint and you are using a dual A crash can damage the LATCH system in the vehicle. A damaged LATCH system may not properly secure the child restraint, resulting in serious injury or (Continued) Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) even death in a crash. To help make sure the LATCH system is working properly after a crash, see your 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 needed. New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the LATCH system was not being used at the time of the crash. Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat) When securing a child restraint with the seat belts in a rear seat position, study the instructions that came with the child restraint to make sure it is compatible with this vehicle. If the child restraint has the LATCH system, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 67 for how and where to install the child restraint using LATCH. If a child restraint is secured in the vehicle using 73 a seat belt and it uses a top tether, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 67 for top tether anchor locations. Do not secure a child seat in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be anchored. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. If the child restraint or vehicle seat position does not have the LATCH system, you will be using the seat belt to secure the child restraint. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. If more than one child restraint needs to be installed in the rear seat, be sure to read Where to Put the Restraint 0 66. 1. Put the child restraint on the seat. 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's seat belt through or around the child restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 3. 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 could be quickly unbuckled if necessary. The push button used to release the latch plate must be visible and not obscured by the child restraint. There must not be direct contact of the child restraint to the push button. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 74 Seats and Restraints 4. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. When the retractor lock is set, the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor. 5. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt, and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. When installing a forward-facing child restraint, it may be helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked. If the retractor is not locked, repeat Steps 4 and 5. 6. If the child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 67. 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 move it side to side and back and forth. When the child restraint is properly installed, there should be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of movement. To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the vehicle seat belt and let it return to the stowed position. If the top tether is attached to a top tether anchor, disconnect it. Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Front Seat) This vehicle has airbags. A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward-facing child restraint. See Where to Put the Restraint 0 66. In addition, the vehicle has a passenger sensing system which is designed to turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag under certain conditions. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Seats and Restraints See Passenger Sensing System 0 56 and Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 97 for more information, including important safety information. Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front. This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys. { Warning A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the front outboard passenger frontal airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag. A child in a forward-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the front outboard passenger frontal airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position. Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger airbag(s), no system is fail-safe. No one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance, even though the airbag(s) are off. (Continued) Warning (Continued) Secure rear-facing child restraints in a rear seat, even if the airbag(s) are off. If you secure a forward-facing child restraint in the front outboard passenger seat, always move the seat as far back as it will go. It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat. See Passenger Sensing System 0 56 for additional information. If the child restraint uses a top tether, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 67 for top tether anchor locations. Do not secure a child seat in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be anchored. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. 75 When using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position, follow the instructions that came with the child restraint and the following instructions: 1. Move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward-facing child restraint. Move the seat upward or the seatback to an upright position, if needed, to get a tight installation of the child restraint. The push button used to release the latch plate must be visible and not obscured by the child restraint. There must not be direct contact of the child restraint to the push button. When the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag, the OFF indicator on the passenger airbag status indicator should light and stay lit when you start the vehicle. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 97. 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's seat belt through or around the child restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 76 Seats and Restraints Position the release button on the buckle, away from the child restraint, so that the seat belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary. Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed. 5. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. When the retractor lock is set, the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor. 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. 6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt, and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. When installing a forward-facing child restraint, it may be helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked. If the retractor is not locked, repeat Steps 5 and 6. 7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the seat belt path and attempt to Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Seats and Restraints move it side to side and back and forth. When the child restraint is properly installed, there should be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of movement. If the airbags are off, the OFF indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator will come on and stay on when the vehicle is started. If a child restraint has been installed and the ON indicator is lit, see “If the On Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint” under Passenger Sensing System 0 56. To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the vehicle seat belt and let it return to the stowed position. 77 Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 78 Storage Storage Storage Compartments { Warning Storage Compartments Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Center Console Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 78 78 78 Additional Storage Features Rear Compartment/Storage Panel Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Cargo Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Cargo Tie-Downs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Cargo Management System . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Convenience Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Do not store heavy or sharp objects in storage compartments. In a crash, these objects may cause the cover to open and could result in injury. Glove Box Lift up on the glove box lever to open it. Cupholders Center Console Storage Two cupholders are in the center console. Cupholders may be located in the rear seat armrest. To access, pull the armrest down. There is a storage area in the center console in front of the shift lever. Roof Rack System Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Storage The center console has storage under 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. 79 Additional Storage Features Rear Compartment/Storage Panel Cover Quarter Lower Storage Panel There is also a storage area in the center console in front of the armrest There may also be a storage area in the center console for passengers in the rear The quarter lower storage panel can be removed on the passenger side. Lift the load floor to access and pull the panel to remove. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 80 Storage Cargo Cover { Warning An unsecured cargo cover could strike people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. Store the cargo cover securely or remove it from the vehicle. { Warning Do not place objects on the cargo cover. Sudden stops or turns 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. The vehicle may be equipped with four cargo tie-downs in the rear compartment. Installing the Cargo Cover 1. Slide the cargo cover into the two front corner brackets and push down until it snaps in place. 2. Attach the cords to the fixed retainers on the liftgate. Cargo Management System Removing the Cargo Cover Disengage the cords on the liftgate, lift up on the cover, and pull the cover out of the vehicle. Cargo Tie-Downs Lift the load floor to access the cargo management system. After storing items, make sure to properly secure the load floor. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Storage Convenience Net 81 Warning (Continued) being carried could be violently torn off, and this could cause a collision and damage the vehicle. Never carry something longer or wider than the roof rack on top of the vehicle unless using a GM certified accessory carrier. The cargo management system has a height adjustment. Place the load floor on the holders. To access the spare tire, lift the load floor and place it into the load floor holding slots. See Tire Changing 0 305. If equipped, the roof rack can be used to load items. For roof racks that do not have crossrails included, GM certified crossrails can be purchased as an accessory. See your dealer. This vehicle may have a convenience net in the rear of the vehicle. Attach it to the cargo tie-downs for storing small loads. Do not use the net to store heavy loads. Roof Rack System { Warning If something is carried on top of the vehicle that is longer or wider than the roof rack — like paneling, plywood, or a mattress — the wind can catch it while the vehicle is being driven. The item (Continued) Caution 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 so that it rests evenly between the crossrails and does not block the vehicle lamps or windows. Fasten the cargo securely. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 82 Storage To prevent damage or loss of cargo when driving, check to make sure crossrails and cargo are securely fastened. Loading cargo on the roof rack will make the vehicle’s center of gravity higher. Avoid high speeds, sudden starts, sharp turns, sudden braking, or abrupt maneuvers; otherwise it may result in loss of control. If driving for a long distance, on rough roads, or at high speeds, occasionally stop the vehicle to make sure the cargo remains in its place. Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading the vehicle. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see Vehicle Load Limits 0 192. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Instruments and Controls Instruments and Controls Controls Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Heated Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Rear Window Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Wireless Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Fuel Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge . . . . 95 Seat Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Airbag Readiness Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator . . . . . . 97 Charging System Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Brake System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Service Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . 100 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Light . . . . . . . . . . 100 Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Pedestrian Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Traction Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 StabiliTrak OFF Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Traction Control System (TCS)/ StabiliTrak Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Tire Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Engine Oil Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Security Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Front Fog Lamp Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Cruise Control Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Door Ajar Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Information Displays Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Level) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Head-Up Display (HUD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 83 Vehicle Messages Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Engine Power Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Vehicle Speed Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Vehicle Personalization Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Universal Remote System Universal Remote System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Universal Remote System Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Universal Remote System Operation . . . 120 Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 84 Instruments and Controls Controls Steering Wheel Controls Steering Wheel Adjustment The infotainment system can be operated by using the steering wheel controls. See Steering Wheel Controls 0 130. If equipped with remote start, the heated steering wheel will turn on automatically during a remote start along with the heated seats when it is cold outside. The heated steering wheel indicator light may come on. Heated Steering Wheel Horn Press a on the steering wheel pad to sound the horn. Windshield Wiper/Washer { Warning To 1. 2. 3. adjust the steering wheel: Pull the lever down. Move the steering wheel up or down. Pull or push the steering wheel closer or away from you. 4. Pull the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place. Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. In freezing weather, do not use the washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision. ( : 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 three minutes to start heating. { Warning Before driving the vehicle, always clear snow and ice from the hood, windshield, washer nozzles, roof, and rear of the vehicle, including all lamps and windows. Reduced visibility from snow and ice buildup could lead to a crash. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Instruments and Controls With the ignition on or in ACC/ACCESSORY, move the windshield wiper lever to select the wiper speed. more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes. If Rainsense is enabled, see “Rainsense” later in this section. Windshield Wiper with Intermittent Wipes (INT Shown, Rainsense Similar) OFF : Use to turn the wipers off. 1X : For a single wipe, briefly move the wiper lever down. For several wipes, hold the wiper lever down. Clear snow and ice from the wiper blades before using them. If frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. Damaged blades should be replaced. See Wiper Blade Replacement 0 272. Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor. HI : Use for fast wipes. LO : Use for slow wipes. Rainsense If equipped with Rainsense, a sensor located near the top center of the windshield detects the amount of water on the windshield and automatically controls the frequency of the windshield wiper. When Rainsense is enabled, the normal intermittent control operates as a sensitivity control. Keep this area of the windshield clear of debris to allow for best system performance. Wiper Parking If the ignition is turned off while the wipers are on LO, HI, or INT, they will immediately stop. If the windshield wiper lever is then moved to OFF before the driver door is opened or within 10 minutes, the wipers will restart and move to the base of the windshield. INT : Use for intermittent wipes or Rainsense, if equipped and enabled. To adjust wipe frequency, turn the band up for 85 If the ignition is turned off while the wipers are performing wipes due to windshield washing, the wipers continue to run until they reach the base of the windshield. AUTO : Move the windshield wiper lever to AUTO. Turn the band on the wiper lever to adjust the sensitivity. . Turn the band up for more sensitivity to moisture. . Turn the band down for less sensitivity to moisture. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 86 Instruments and Controls . Move the windshield wiper lever out of the AUTO position to deactivate Rainsense. To enable or disable this feature, see “Rain Sense Wipers” under Vehicle Personalization 0 114. Wiper Arm Assembly Protection When using an automatic car wash, move the windshield wiper lever to OFF. This disables the automatic Rainsense windshield wipers and/or manual windshield wipers. washer had been activated. See Washer Fluid 0 267 for information on filling the windshield washer fluid reservoir. Rear Window Wiper/Washer The ignition must be on or in ACC/ ACCESSORY to operate the rear window wiper/washer. The rear window wiper/washer will not operate if the liftgate is open or ajar. If the liftgate is opened while the rear wiper is on, the wiper returns to the parked position and stops. With Rainsense, if the transmission is in N (Neutral) and the vehicle speed is very slow, the wipers will automatically stop at the base of the windshield. Rear Wiper Arm Assembly Protection The wiper operations 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 fluid and activate the windshield wipers. The wipers will continue until the lever is released or the maximum wash time is reached. When the windshield wiper lever is released, additional wipes may occur depending on how long the windshield f : Push the windshield wiper lever forward to spray washer fluid on the rear window and the Rear Mirror Camera Lens. If equipped, See Rear Camera Mirror 0 27. The wipers will clear the rear window and either stop or return to your preset speed. For more washer cycles, press and hold the lever. Rear Wiper with Rainsense Shown, without Rainsense Similar Turn the end of the windshield wiper lever to operate the rear window wiper/washer. OFF : Turns the wiper off. INT : Intermittent wipes. ON : Slow wipes. When using an automatic car wash, move the rear wiper control to OFF to disable the rear wiper. In some vehicles, if the transmission is in N (Neutral) and the vehicle speed is very slow, the rear wiper will automatically park. The wiper operations return to normal when the transmission is no longer in N (Neutral) or the vehicle speed has increased. Reverse Gear Wipes If the rear wiper control is off, the rear wiper will automatically operate continuously when the vehicle is in R (Reverse) and the front windshield wiper is Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Instruments and Controls performing low or high speed wipes. If the rear wiper control is off, the 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 Personalization 0 114. The windshield washer reservoir is used for the windshield and the rear window. Check the fluid level in the reservoir if either washer is not working. See Washer Fluid 0 267. Rear Camera Washer Compass Power Outlets The vehicle may have a compass display on the Driver Information Center (DIC). The compass receives its heading and other information from the Global Positioning System (GPS) antenna, StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability Control (ESC), and vehicle speed information. Power Outlet 12-Volt Direct Current 87 The vehicle has one 12-volt accessory power outlet that can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player. The compass system is designed to operate for a certain number of miles or degrees of turn before needing a signal from the GPS satellites. When the compass display shows CAL, drive the vehicle for a short distance in an open area where it can receive a GPS signal. The compass system will automatically determine when a GPS signal is restored and provide a heading again. Clock Set the time and date using the infotainment system. See "Time / Date" under Settings 0 163. If equipped, push the windshield wiper lever forward to spray washer fluid on the rear camera lens. The lever returns to its starting position when released. See Rear Camera Mirror 0 27. { Warning Power is always supplied to the rear cargo power outlet. Do not leave electrical equipment plugged in when the vehicle is not in use because the vehicle could catch fire and cause injury or death. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 88 Instruments and Controls Caution Leaving electrical equipment plugged in for an extended period of time 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. Power Outlet 110V/120V Alternating Current If equipped with this power outlet, it can be used to plug in electrical equipment that uses a maximum limit of 150 watts. Certain accessory plugs may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could overload vehicle and adapter fuses. If a problem is experienced, see your dealer. When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with the equipment. See Add-On Electrical Equipment 0 249. Caution Hanging heavy equipment from the power outlet can cause damage not covered by the vehicle warranty. The power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only, such as cell phone charge cords. The power outlet is on the rear of the center console. An indicator light on the outlet turns on to show it is in use. The light comes on when the ignition is on, equipment requiring less than 150 watts is plugged into the outlet, and no system fault is detected. The indicator light does not come on when the ignition is off or if the equipment is not fully seated into the outlet. If equipment is connected using more than 150 watts or a system fault is detected, a protection circuit shuts off the power supply and the indicator light turns off. To reset the circuit, unplug the item and plug it back in or turn the Retained Accessory Power (RAP) off and then back on. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 202. The power restarts when equipment using 150 watts or less is plugged into the outlet and a system fault is not detected. The power outlet is not designed for and may not work properly, if the following are plugged in: . Equipment with high initial peak wattage, such as compressor-driven refrigerators and electric power tools . Other equipment requiring an extremely stable power supply, such as microcomputer-controlled electric blankets and touch sensor lamps . Medical equipment Wireless Charging If equipped, the vehicle has wireless charging in the storage bin at the front of the floor console . The system operates at 145 kHz and wirelessly charges one Qi compatible smartphone. The power output Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Instruments and Controls of the system is capable of charging at a rate up to 3 amp (15 W), as requested by the compatible smartphone. See Radio Frequency Statement 0 349. { Warning Wireless charging may affect the operation of an implanted pacemaker or other medical devices. If you have one, it is recommended to consult with your doctor before using the wireless charging system. The vehicle must be on, in ACC/ACCESSORY, or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) must be active. The wireless charging feature may not correctly indicate charging when the vehicle is in RAP, during a Bluetooth phone call, or when phone projection (e.g. Apple CarPlay / Android Auto) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 202. The operating temperature is −40 °C (−40 °F) to 85 °C (185 °F) for the charging system and 0 °C (32 °F) to 35 °C (95 °F) for the phone. { Warning Remove all objects from the charger before charging your compatible smartphone. Objects, such as coins, keys, rings, paper clips, or cards, between the smartphone and charger may become very hot. On the rare occasion that the charging system does not detect an object, and the object gets wedged between the smartphone and charger, remove the smartphone and allow the object to cool before removing it from the charger, to prevent burns. 89 To charge a compatible smartphone: 1. Confirm the smartphone is capable of wireless charging. 2. Remove all objects from the charging pad. The system may not charge if there are any objects between the smartphone and charger. 3. Place the smartphone face up against the rear of the charger. To maximize the charge rate, ensure the smartphone is fully seated and centered in the holder with nothing under it. A thick smartphone case may prevent the charger from working, or reduce the charging performance. See your dealer for additional information. 4. A green ] will appear on the infotainment display, next to the phone icon. This indicates that the smartphone is detected. 5. If a smartphone is placed on the charger and ] turns off or turns yellow, remove the smartphone and any objects from the pad. Turn the smartphone 180 degrees and wait a few seconds before placing/aligning it on the pad again. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 90 Instruments and Controls 6. If a smartphone is placed on the charger and ] turns red, the charger and/or the smartphone is overheated. Remove the smartphone and any objects from the charger in order to cool the system. The smartphone may become warm during charging. This is normal. In warmer temperatures, the speed of charging may be reduced. For vehicles with wireless phone projection, the smartphone may overheat during wireless charging. The smartphone may slow down, stop charging, or shut down to protect the battery. The phone may need to be removed from its case to prevent overheating. The ] may flash while the phone is cooling down enough for wireless charging to automatically resume. This is normal. Individual phone performance may vary. Software Acknowledgements Certain Wireless Charging Module product from LG Electronics, Inc. ("LGE") contains the open source software detailed below. Refer to the indicated open source licenses (as are included following this notice) for the terms and conditions of their use. OSS Notice Information To obtain the source code that is contained in this product, please visit http://opensource.lge.com. In addition to the source code, all referred license terms, warranty disclaimers and copyright notices are available for download. 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IN NO EVENT SHALL THE COPYRIGHT HOLDER OR CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators Instrument Cluster Warning lights and gauges can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to the warning lights and gauges could prevent injury. Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on while driving, or when one of the gauges shows there may be a problem, check the section that explains what to do. Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous. Base Level English Shown, Metric Similar 1. Tachometer 0 94 2. Speedometer 0 94 3. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge 0 95 4. Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 105 or Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 107 5. Fuel Gauge 0 94 91 Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 92 Instruments and Controls Selecting menu and functions Type 1 Use the controls to open and scroll through the different items and displays. Uplevel English Shown, Metric Similar 1. Tachometer 0 94 2. Speedometer 0 94 3. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge 0 95 4. Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 105 or Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 107 5. Fuel Gauge 0 94 Cluster Menu There is an interactive display area in the center of the instrument cluster. 1. l : Press to set or clear the menu item when it is displayed 2. m : Turn the band to scroll through the menu items. 3. SELECT : Press to access the cluster applications. This button is also used to return to or exit the last screen displayed on the DIC. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Instruments and Controls Press SELECT to access the cluster applications. Use m to scroll through the list of available applications. Not all applications will be available on all vehicles. 93 Base Level Cluster Uplevel Cluster The list of available applications; . TRIP . VEHICLE . ECO The list of available applications; . Home Page . Info App. This is where the selected Driver Information Center (DIC) displays can be viewed. See Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 105 or Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 107. . Audio . Navigation . Phone . Options Type 2 Use the right steering wheel control to open and scroll through the different items and displays. Press o or p to access the cluster applications. Use the thumbwheel to scroll through the list of available features within the applications. Not all applications or features will be available on all vehicles. Not all applications will be available on all vehicles. See Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 105 or Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 107. Not all applications will be available on all vehicles. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 94 Instruments and Controls Audio Speedometer In the Audio menu browse for music, select from the favorites, or change the audio source. Use the thumbwheel to change the station or go to the next or previous track. The speedometer shows the vehicle's speed in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). Navigation Odometer If there is an active route, press the thumbwheel to cancel or resume route guidance or turn the voice prompts on or off. The odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven, in either kilometers or miles. Phone The trip odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven since the trip odometer was last reset. In the Phone menu, if there is no active phone call, view recent calls, or scroll through contacts. If there is an active call, mute the phone or switch to handset operation. Options Use the thumbwheel to scroll through items in the Options menu. Units : Choose US, Imperial, or metric units by pressing the thumbwheel while the desired item is highlighted. Trip Odometer vehicle is on and can move. The engine could auto start at any time. When the indicator points to OFF, the vehicle is off. When the engine is on, the tachometer will indicate the engine’s revolutions per minute (rpm). The tachometer may vary by several hundred rpm, during Auto Stop mode, when the engine is shutting off and restarting. Fuel Gauge The trip odometer is accessed and reset through the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 105 or Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 107. Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). For vehicles with the Stop/Start system, when the ignition is on, the tachometer indicates the vehicle status. When pointing to AUTO STOP, the engine is off but the English Base Level, Metric Similar Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Instruments and Controls 95 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 little while turning a corner, speeding up or braking. . The gauge takes a few seconds to stabilize after the ignition is turned on, and goes back to empty when the ignition is turned off. English Uplevel, Metric Similar Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge When the ignition is on, the fuel gauge indicates about how much fuel is left in the tank. This gauge shows the engine coolant temperature. If the pointer moves toward the warning area at the high end of the gauge, the engine is too hot. There is an arrow near the fuel gauge pointing to the side of the vehicle the fuel door is on. If the engine coolant has overheated and the vehicle has been operating under normal driving conditions, pull off the road, stop the vehicle, and turn off the engine as soon as possible. See Engine Overheating 0 266. When the indicator nears empty, the low fuel light comes on. There still is a little fuel left, but the vehicle should be refueled soon. Here are three things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with the fuel gauge: . It takes a little more, or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated. For example, the gauge may have indicated the tank English Uplevel, Metric Similar English Base Level, Metric Similar Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 96 Instruments and Controls Seat Belt Reminders the passenger sensing system, the pretensioners, the airbag modules, the wiring, and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. For more information on the airbag system, see Airbag System 0 51. Driver Seat Belt Reminder Light There is a driver seat belt reminder light on the instrument cluster. When the vehicle is started, this light flashes and a chime may come on to remind passengers to fasten their seat belt. When the vehicle is started, this light flashes and a chime may come on to remind the driver to fasten their seat belt. Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled. This cycle may continue several times if the driver remains or becomes unbuckled while the vehicle is moving. If the driver seat belt is buckled, neither the light nor the chime comes on. Front Passenger Seat Belt Reminder Light The vehicle may have a front passenger seat belt reminder light near the passenger airbag status indicator. See Passenger Sensing System 0 56. Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled. This cycle continues several times if the front passenger remains or becomes unbuckled while the vehicle is moving. If the front passenger seat belt is buckled, neither the chime nor the light comes on. The front passenger seat belt reminder light and chime may come on if an object is put on the seat such as a briefcase, handbag, grocery bag, laptop, or other electronic device. To turn off the reminder light and/or chime, remove the object from the seat or buckle the seat belt. Airbag Readiness Light This light shows if there is an electrical problem with the airbag system. It is located in the instrument cluster. The system check includes the airbag sensor(s), The airbag readiness light comes on for several seconds when the vehicle is started. If the light does not come on then, have it fixed immediately. { Warning If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on while driving, it means the airbag system might not be working properly. The airbags in the vehicle might not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash. To help avoid injury, have the vehicle serviced right away. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Instruments and Controls If there is a problem with the airbag system, a Driver Information Center (DIC) message may also come on. Passenger Airbag Status Indicator The vehicle has a passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System 0 56 for important safety information. The overhead console has a passenger airbag status indicator. seconds as a system check. Then, after several more seconds, the status indicator will light either ON or OFF, or either the on or off symbol, to let you know the status of the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag. If the word ON, or the on symbol, is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag are allowed to inflate. If the word OFF, or the off symbol is lit, on the airbag status indicator, it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag. United States If, after several seconds, both status indicator lights remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system. See your dealer for service. { Warning Canada When the vehicle is started, the passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF, or the symbol for on and off, for several If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. To help avoid injury to yourself (Continued) 97 Warning (Continued) or others, have the vehicle serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 96 for more information, including important safety information. Charging System Light The charging system light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on, but the engine is not running, as a check to show the light is working. It should go out when the engine is started. If the light stays on, or comes on while driving, there may be a problem with the electrical charging system. Have it checked by your dealer. Driving while this light is on could drain the battery. When this light comes on, or is flashing, the Driver Information Center (DIC) also displays a message. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 98 Instruments and Controls If a short distance must be driven with the light on, be sure to turn off all accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner. Find a safe place to stop the vehicle. 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 engine is running, a malfunction has been detected and the vehicle may require service. The light should come on to show that it is working when the ignition is in Service Mode. See Ignition Positions 0 196. Malfunctions are often indicated by the system before any problem is noticeable. Being aware of the light and seeking service promptly when it comes on may prevent damage. Caution If the vehicle is driven continually with this light on, the emission control system may not work as well, the fuel economy may be lower, and the vehicle may not run smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that might not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Caution Modifications to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system, or the use of replacement tires that do not meet the original tire specifications, can cause this light to come on. This could lead to costly repairs not covered by the vehicle warranty. This could also affect the vehicle’s ability to pass an Emissions Inspection/Maintenance test. See Accessories and Modifications 0 252. If the light is flashing : A malfunction has been detected that could damage the emission control system and increase vehicle emissions. Diagnosis and service may be required. To help prevent damage, reduce vehicle speed and avoid hard accelerations and uphill grades. If towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as possible. If the light continues to flash, find a safe place to park. Turn the vehicle off and wait at least 10 seconds before restarting the engine. If the light is still flashing, follow the previous guidelines and see your dealer for service as soon as possible. If the light is on steady : A malfunction has been detected. Diagnosis and service may be required. 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 Tank 0 240. The diagnostic system can detect if the adapter has been left installed in the vehicle, allowing fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. A few driving trips with the adapter removed may turn off the light. . Poor fuel quality can cause inefficient engine operation and poor driveability, which may go away once the engine is Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Instruments and Controls warmed up. If this occurs, change the fuel brand. It may require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off. See Recommended Fuel 0 239. If the light remains on, see your dealer. Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs If the vehicle requires an Emissions Inspection/Maintenance test, the test equipment will likely connect to the vehicle's Data Link Connector (DLC). . The light is on when the engine is running. . The light does not come on when the ignition is in Service Mode. . Critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed. If this happens, the vehicle would not be ready for inspection and might require several days of routine driving before the system is ready for inspection. This can happen if the 12-volt battery has recently been replaced or run down, or if the vehicle has been recently serviced. See your dealer if the vehicle will not pass or cannot be made ready for the test. Brake System Warning Light The DLC is under the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. Connecting devices that are not used to perform an Emissions Inspection/Maintenance test or to service the vehicle may affect vehicle operation. See Add-On Electrical Equipment 0 249. See your dealer if assistance is needed. The vehicle may not pass inspection if: Metric English This light should come on briefly when the vehicle is turned on. If it does not come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. 99 If the light comes on and stays on at start up, there is a brake problem. Have the brake system inspected right away. If the light comes on while driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. The brake system has electric brake boost. Vehicle speed may be limited when the brake system warning light comes on. The brake pedal might be harder to push, or the brake pedal may go closer to the floor. It could take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service. See Towing the Vehicle 0 312. { Warning The brake system might not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to a crash. If the light is still on after the vehicle has been pulled off the road and carefully stopped, have the vehicle towed for service. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 100 Instruments and Controls Electric Parking Brake Light Metric English This light comes on when the parking brake is applied. If the light continues flashing after the parking brake is released, or while driving, there is a problem with the Electric Parking Brake system. A message may also display in the Driver Information Center (DIC). This light should come on briefly when the vehicle is turned on. If it does not come on, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn if there is a problem. If the light comes on while driving, safely stop as soon as it is possible and turn off the vehicle. Then turn on the vehicle again to reset the system. If this light stays on or comes on while driving, there is a problem with the Electric Parking Brake (EPB). Take the vehicle to a dealer as soon as possible. In addition to the parking brake, other safety functions that utilize the EPB may also be degraded. A message may also display in the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Electric Parking Brake 0 208. If the ABS warning light stays on, or comes on again while driving, the vehicle needs service. A chime may also sound when the light stays on. Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light If the ABS warning light is the only light on, the vehicle has regular brakes, but ABS is not functioning. If both the ABS warning light and the brake system warning light are on, ABS is not functioning and there is a problem with the regular brakes. See your dealer for service. See Brake System Warning Light 0 99. If the light does not come on, or remains flashing, see your dealer. Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Light Service Electric Parking Brake Light This warning light should come on briefly when the vehicle is turned on. If the light does not come on, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn if there is a problem. If equipped, this light is white if LKA is turned on, but not ready to assist. This light is green if LKA is turned on and is ready to assist. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Instruments and Controls LKA may assist by gently turning the steering wheel if the vehicle approaches a detected lane marking. The LKA light is amber when assisting. If equipped, this indicator will display green when a vehicle is detected ahead and amber when you are following a vehicle ahead much too closely. This light flashes amber as a Lane Departure Warning (LDW) alert, to indicate that the lane marking has been unintentionally crossed. If the system detects that the vehicle has been steered intentionally across a lane marker, the LDW may not be given. Do not expect the LDW to occur when intentionally crossing the lane marker. See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 229. LKA will not assist or alert if the turn signal is active in the direction of lane departure, or if LKA detects that you are accelerating, braking, or actively steering. See Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 237. Vehicle Ahead Indicator 101 Traction Off Light Pedestrian Ahead Indicator This light comes on briefly when the vehicle is turned on. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the indicator light then turns off. If equipped, this indicator will display amber on the uplevel instrument cluster and white on the base level instrument cluster when a nearby pedestrian is detected in front of the vehicle. See Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) System 0 233. The traction off light comes on when the Traction Control System (TCS) has been turned off. If StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is turned off, TCS is also turned off. To turn TCS and ESC off and on, see Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 210. If TCS is off, wheel spin is not limited unless necessary to help protect the driveline from damage. Adjust driving accordingly. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 102 Instruments and Controls StabiliTrak OFF Light This light comes on briefly when the vehicle is turned on. If the light does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the indicator light then turns off. 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) is also off. To turn ESC off and on, see Traction Control/ Electronic Stability Control 0 210. If ESC and TCS are off, the systems do not assist in controlling the vehicle. Adjust driving accordingly. Traction Control System (TCS)/ StabiliTrak Light This light comes on briefly when the vehicle is turned on. If the light does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the indicator light turns off. If the light is on and not flashing, the TCS and potentially the StabiliTrak/ESC system are not fully operational and may not assist in maintaining control. Adjust driving accordingly. If the condition persists, see your dealer as soon as possible. A Driver Information Center (DIC) message may display. The light flashes when the TCS and/or the StabiliTrak/ESC system is actively working. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 210. Tire Pressure Light For vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS), this light comes on briefly when the vehicle is started. It provides information about tire pressures and the TPMS. When the Light Is On Steady This indicates that one or more of the tires are significantly underinflated. A Driver Information Center (DIC) tire pressure message may also display. Stop as soon as possible, and inflate the tires to the pressure value shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Tire Pressure 0 293. When the Light Flashes First and Then Is On Steady If the light flashes for about a minute and then stays on, there may be a problem with the TPMS. If the problem is not corrected, Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Instruments and Controls the light will come on at every ignition cycle. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 0 295. Engine Oil Pressure Light Caution (Continued) still low, have the vehicle serviced. Always follow the maintenance schedule for changing engine oil. Oil pressure can vary with engine speed, outside temperature, and oil viscosity. On some models, the oil pump will vary engine oil pressure according to engine needs. Oil pressure may change quickly as the engine speed or load varies. This is normal. If the oil pressure warning light or Driver Information Center (DIC) message indicates oil pressure outside the normal operating range, check the vehicle's oil as soon as possible. Caution Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage the engine. Driving with the engine oil low can also damage the engine. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Check the oil level as soon as possible. Add oil if required, but if the oil level is within the operating range and the oil pressure is (Continued) 103 A Low Fuel Warning Light near the fuel gauge comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on as a check to show it is working. It also comes on when the fuel gauge indicator nears empty. The light turns off when fuel is added. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced. Security Light This light should come on briefly as the engine is started. If it does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the light comes on and stays on, it means that oil is not flowing through the engine properly. The vehicle could be low on oil and might have some other system problem. See your dealer. The security light should come on briefly as the engine is started. If it does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the indicator light turns off. Low Fuel Warning Light If the light stays on and the engine does not start, there could be a problem with the theft-deterrent system. See Immobilizer Operation 0 25. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 104 Instruments and Controls High-Beam On Light Front Fog Lamp Light Cruise Control Light This light comes on when the high-beam headlamps are in use. See Headlamp High/ Low-Beam Changer 0 122. For vehicles with fog lamps, this light comes on when the fog lamps are turned on. The cruise control light is white when the cruise control is on and ready, and turns green when the cruise control is set and active. IntelliBeam Light The light goes out when the fog lamps are turned off. See Fog Lamps 0 124. Lamps On Reminder This light comes on when the IntelliBeam system, if equipped, is enabled. See Exterior Lamp Controls 0 121. This light comes on when the exterior lamps are in use, except when only the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) are active. See Exterior Lamp Controls 0 121. See Cruise Control 0 211. Adaptive Cruise Control Light This light is white when the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC, if equipped) is on and ready, and turns green when the ACC is set and active. See Adaptive Cruise Control ((Camera)) 0 213. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Instruments and Controls 105 Door Ajar Light This light comes on when a door is open or not securely latched. Before driving, check that all doors are properly closed. Information Displays Type 1 Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Level) The DIC has different displays which can be accessed by using the DIC buttons on the turn signal lever. The DIC displays information about your vehicle. It also displays warning messages if a system problem is detected. See Vehicle Messages 0 113. All messages appear in the DIC display in the center of the instrument cluster. DIC Buttons DIC Operation and Displays Some of the displayed functions differ between vehicle driving and standstill and some functions are only active when the vehicle is driving. See Vehicle Personalization 0 114. 1. l : Press to set, or press and hold to clear, the menu item displayed. Type 2 w or x : Move thumbwheel up (w) or down (x) in a list. 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. 2. m : Use the band to scroll through the items in each menu. Trip/Fuel Menu (TRIP) Items 3. SELECT : Press to access the cluster applications. This button is also used to return to or exit the last screen displayed on the DIC. Press SELECT on the turn signal lever until the VEHICLE menu is displayed. Use m or thumbwheel up/down to scroll through the Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 106 Instruments and Controls menu items. Not all items are available on every vehicle. The following is a list of all possible menu items: Speed : Shows the vehicle speed in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). Trip 1/2 or A/B : Shows the current distance traveled, in either kilometers (km) or miles (mi), since the trip odometer was last reset. This also shows the approximate 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 number reflects only the approximate average fuel economy that the vehicle has right now, and will change as driving conditions change. Fuel Range : Shows the approximate distance the vehicle can be driven without refueling. LOW will be displayed when the vehicle is low on fuel. The fuel range estimate is based on an average of the vehicle's fuel economy over recent driving history and the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. Instantaneous Fuel Economy : Displays the current fuel economy in liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg). This number reflects only the approximate fuel economy that the vehicle has right now and changes frequently as driving conditions change. This display cannot be reset. Vehicle Information Menu (VEHICLE) Items Press MENU on the turn signal lever until the VEHICLE menu is displayed. Use m or thumbwheel up/down to scroll through the menu items. Not all items are available on every vehicle. The following is a list of all possible menu items: Remaining Oil Life : Shows an estimate of the oil's remaining useful life. If REMAINING OIL LIFE 99% is displayed, that means 99% of the current oil life remains. When the remaining oil life is low, the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will appear on the display. The oil should be changed as soon as possible. See Engine Oil 0 258. In addition to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life, additional maintenance is recommended. See Maintenance Schedule 0 325. The Oil Life display must be reset after each oil change. It will not reset itself. Do not reset the Oil Life display at any time other than when the oil has just been changed. It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change. To reset, see Engine Oil Life System 0 260. Air Filter Life : Shows an estimate of the engine air filter’s remaining useful life and the state of the system. Engine Air Filter Life 95% means 95% of the current air filter life remains. Messages will display based on the engine air filter life and the state of the system. When the REPLACE AT NEXT OIL CHANGE message displays, the engine air filter should be replaced at the time of the next oil change. When the REPLACE SOON message displays, the engine air filter should be replaced at the earliest convenience. The Air Filter Life display must be reset after the engine air filter replacement. To reset, see Engine Air Filter Life System 0 260. Tire Pressure : Shows the approximate pressures of all four tires. Tire pressure is displayed in either kilopascal (kPa) or in pounds per square inch (psi). If the pressure is low, the value for that tire is shown in Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Instruments and Controls amber. See Tire Pressure Monitor System 0 294 and Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 0 295. through the menu items. Not all items are available on every vehicle. The following is a list of all possible menu items: Following Distance : When Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is not engaged, the current follow time to the vehicle ahead is displayed as a time value on this page. If equipped and when ACC has been engaged, the display switches to the gap setting page. This page shows the current gap setting along with the vehicle ahead indicator. Fuel Economy : The center displays the approximate instantaneous fuel economy as a number and bar graph. Displayed above the bar graph is a running average of fuel economy for the most recently traveled selected distance. Displayed below the bar graph is the best average fuel economy that has been achieved for the selected distance. The selected distance is displayed at the top of the page as “last xxx mi/km.” Brake Pad Life : This displays an estimate of the remaining life of the front and rear brake pads. Messages will display based on brake pad wear and the state of the system. Reset the Brake Pad Life display after replacing the brake pads. See Brake Pad Life System 0 268 Units : Choose US, Imperial, or metric units by pressing l or the thumbwheel while the desired item is highlighted. ECO Drive Assist Menu (ECO) Items This menu is only available on some vehicles. Press MENU on the turn signal lever until the ECO menu is displayed. Use m or thumbwheel up/down to scroll Top Consumers : List of top comfort consumers currently switched on is displayed in descending order. Fuel saving potential is indicated. ECO Index : Provides feedback on the efficiency of current driving behavior. The bar graph shows a value that is based on current fuel consumption compared to what is expected from the vehicle with good and bad driving habits. Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) The DIC displays are shown in the center of the instrument cluster in the Info app. See Instrument Cluster 0 91. The displays show the status of many vehicle systems. The controls for the DIC are on the right steering wheel control. During sporadic driving conditions, the engine will activate the heated rear window automatically. In this event, the heated rear window is indicated as one of the top consumers, without activation by the driver. Economy Trend : Shows history of the Average Fuel Economy from the last 50 km (30 mi). Each bar represents about 5 km (3 mi) of driving. During driving the bars will shift to always reflect the most recent distance on the right side. Press and hold l or thumbwheel to clear the graph. 107 Type 1 Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 108 Instruments and Controls The DIC has different displays which can be accessed by using the DIC buttons on the turn signal lever. can be turned on through the Options app. See “DIC Info Page Options” earlier in this section. DIC Buttons Speed : Shows the vehicle speed in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). The vehicle odometer is also shown on this page. 1. l : Press to set, or press and hold to clear, the menu item displayed. 2. m : Use the band to scroll through the items in each menu. Trip 1 or Trip 2, Average Fuel Economy : Shows the current distance traveled, in either kilometers (km) or miles (mi), since the trip odometer was last reset. 3. SELECT : Press to access the cluster applications. This button is also used to return to or exit the last screen displayed on the DIC. If equipped with steering wheel controls, see “Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel)” later in this section. Type 2 w or x : Move thumbwheel up (w) or down (x) in a list. 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. DIC Info Pages The following is the list of all possible DIC info page displays. Some may not be available for your particular vehicle. Some items may not be turned on by default but The Average Fuel Economy display shows the approximate 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 number reflects only the approximate average fuel economy that the vehicle has right now, and will change as driving conditions change. Fuel Information : Shows the approximate distance the vehicle can be driven without refueling. LOW will be displayed when the vehicle is low on fuel. The fuel range estimate is based on an average of the vehicle's fuel economy over recent driving history and the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. The Instantaneous Fuel Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Instruments and Controls Economy display shows the current fuel economy in either liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg). This number reflects only the approximate fuel economy that the vehicle has right now and changes frequently as driving conditions change. Oil Life : Shows an estimate of the oil's remaining useful life. If REMAINING OIL LIFE 99% is displayed, that means 99% of the current oil life remains. When the remaining oil life is low, the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will appear on the display. The oil should be changed as soon as possible. See Engine Oil 0 258. In addition to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life, additional maintenance is recommended. See Maintenance Schedule 0 325. The Oil Life display must be reset after each oil change. It will not reset itself. Do not reset the Oil Life display at any time other than when the oil has just been changed. It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change. To reset, see Engine Oil Life System 0 260. Tire Pressure : Shows the approximate pressures of all four tires. Tire pressure is displayed in either kilopascal (kPa) or in pounds per square inch (psi). If the pressure is low, the value for that tire is shown in amber. See Tire Pressure Monitor System 0 294 and Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 0 295. Air Filter Life : Shows an estimate of the engine air filter’s remaining useful life and the state of the system. Engine Air Filter Life 95% means 95% of the current air filter life remains. Messages will display based on the engine air filter life and the state of the system. When the REPLACE AT NEXT OIL CHANGE message displays, the engine air filter should be replaced at the time of the next oil change. When the REPLACE SOON message displays, the engine air filter should be replaced at the earliest convenience. The Air Filter Life display must be reset after the engine air filter replacement. To reset, see Engine Air Filter Life System 0 260. Brake Pad Life : This displays an estimate of the remaining life of the front and rear brake pads. Messages will display based on brake pad wear and the state of the system. Reset the Brake Pad Life display after replacing the brake pads. See Brake Pad Life System 0 268. 109 Fuel Economy : Displays average fuel economy, the best fuel economy over the selected distance, and a bar graph showing instantaneous fuel economy. Follow Distance : When Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is not engaged, the current follow time to the vehicle ahead is displayed as a time value on this page. If equipped and when ACC has been engaged, the display switches to the gap setting page. This page shows the current gap setting along with the vehicle ahead indicator. Top Consumers : List of top comfort consumers currently switched on is displayed in descending order. Fuel saving potential is indicated. During sporadic driving conditions, the engine will activate the heated rear window automatically. In this event, the heated rear window is indicated as one of the top consumers, without activation by the driver. Economy Trend : Shows history of the Average Fuel Economy from the last 50 km (30 mi). Each bar represents about 5 km (3 mi) of driving. During driving the bars will shift to always reflect the most recent Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 110 Instruments and Controls distance on the right side. Press and hold the center toggle switch to clear the graph or press p to reset through the menu. ECO Index : Provides feedback on the efficiency of current driving behavior. The bar graph shows a value that is based on current fuel consumption compared to what is expected from the vehicle with good and bad driving habits. Warning (Continued) . Do not attempt to adjust or move the . Head-Up Display (HUD) { Warning If the HUD image is too bright or too high in your field of view, it may take you more time to see things you need to see when it is dark outside. Be sure to keep the HUD image dim and placed low in your field of view. { Warning . Do not attach any stickers, decals, or accessories on the Head-Up Display (HUD). (Continued) . . . HUD screen or the mechanical door on top of the instrument panel by hand. Do not place any objects near the HUD. Objects may obstruct the image display, and/or interference from the objects during activation may influence the operation or could damage the display. Do not put any drinks near the HUD. If liquid flows into the display, the unit could be damaged. Use caution when opening or closing the HUD screen to prevent objects from falling inside the mechanical door. Use only a soft cloth to clean the HUD screen. Do not use any organic solvents, detergents, or polishing materials to prevent damage to the HUD display. If equipped with HUD, some information concerning the operation of the vehicle is projected onto the screen on top of the instrument panel. The information is projected through the HUD lens on the driver side of the instrument panel and focused out toward the front of the vehicle. Caution If you try to use the HUD image as a parking aid, you may misjudge the distance and damage your vehicle. Do not use the HUD image as a parking aid. The HUD information can be displayed in various languages. The speedometer reading and other numerical values can be displayed in either English or metric units. The language selection is changed through the radio and the units of measurement is changed through the instrument cluster. See Settings 0 163 and “Options” under Instrument Cluster 0 91. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Instruments and Controls HUD Display . . . . . . Engine Oil Hot Press Brake Vehicle Ahead Auto Stop Pedestrian Advisory Pedestrian Alert Some vehicle messages or alerts displayed in the HUD may be cleared by using the steering wheel controls. See Vehicle Messages 0 113. The HUD may display some of the following vehicle information and vehicle messages or alerts: . Speed . Tachometer . Audio . Phone . Navigation . Collision Alert . Adaptive Cruise Control and set speed . Lane Departure Warning/Lane Keep Assist . Oil Pressure Low . Engine Overheated . Transmission Hot 111 3. Use the following settings to adjust the HUD. $ : Press or lift to center the HUD image. The HUD image can only be adjusted up and down, not side to side. O : Press up to open/close the screen. ! : Press down to select the display view. Each press will change the display view. Press and hold at least four seconds to view Open Source Software. And view of Open Source Software will remain until ! is pressed and held again at least four 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 outside lighting. The HUD brightness control can also be adjusted as needed. The HUD control is to the left of the steering wheel. To adjust the HUD image: 1. Adjust the driver seat. 2. Start the engine. The HUD image can temporarily light up depending on the angle and position of sunlight on the HUD display. This is normal. Polarized sunglasses could make the HUD image harder to see. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 112 Instruments and Controls HUD Views There are four views in the HUD. Some vehicle information and vehicle messages or alerts may be displayed in any view. Metric Metric English English Audio/Phone View : This displays digital speed, indicators from speed view along with audio/phone information. The current radio station, media type, and incoming calls will be displayed. Navigation View : This displays digital speed, indicators from speed view along with Turn-by-Turn Navigation information in some vehicles. The compass heading is displayed when navigation routing is not active. Metric English Speed View : This displays digital speed in English or metric units, vehicle ahead indicator, Lane Departure Warning/Lane Keep Assist, and Adaptive Cruise Control and set speed. Some information only appears on vehicles that have these features, and when they are active. All HUD views may briefly display audio information when the steering wheel controls are used to adjust the audio settings appearing in the instrument cluster. Incoming phone calls may display in any HUD view. Navigation Turn-by-Turn Alerts shown in the instrument cluster may also be displayed in any HUD view. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Instruments and Controls . The HUD brightness setting is not too dim or too bright. . The HUD is adjusted to the proper height. . Polarized sunglasses are not worn. . The screen is clean. Metric If the HUD image is not correct, contact your dealer. Reflected LED Alert Display (RLAD) Performance View : This displays digital speed, indicators from speed view along with rpm reading, transmission positions, and gear shift indicator (if equipped). If you cannot see the HUD image when the ignition is on, check that: . Nothing is covering the HUD cover. Messages displayed on the DIC indicate the status of the vehicle or some action that may be needed to correct a condition. Multiple messages may appear one after another. The messages that do not require immediate action can be acknowledged and cleared by pressing V. The messages that require immediate action cannot be cleared until that action is performed. If a SERVICE message appears, see your dealer. Care of the HUD HUD Troubleshooting Vehicle Messages All messages should be taken seriously; clearing the message does not correct the problem. English Clean the screen with a soft cloth sprayed with glass cleaner. Wipe the lens gently, then dry it. 113 When the screen is closed, the HUD with the integrated RLAD can display red spots reflected in the windshield for the Forward Collision Alert and Front Pedestrian Alert. Follow the instructions given in the messages. The system displays messages regarding the following topics: . Service Messages . Fluid Levels . Vehicle Security . Brakes . Steering . Ride Control Systems . Driver Assistance Systems Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 114 . . . . . . . . . Instruments and Controls Cruise Control Lighting and Bulb Replacement Wiper/Washer Systems Doors and Windows Seat Belts Airbag Systems Engine and Transmission Tire Pressure Battery Engine Power Messages ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED This message displays when the vehicle's propulsion power is reduced. A reduction in propulsion power can affect the vehicle's ability to accelerate. If this message is on, but there is no observed reduction in performance, proceed to your destination. Under certain conditions the performance may be reduced the next time the vehicle is driven. The vehicle may be driven while this message is on, but maximum acceleration and speed may be reduced. Anytime this message stays on, or displays repeatedly, 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 ignition has been off for 30 seconds. 4. Touch 9 or l to turn off or on a feature. 5. Touch X to go to the top level of the Settings menu. Vehicle Speed Messages The menu may contain the following: SPEED LIMITED TO XXX KM/H (MPH) Rear Seat Reminder This message shows that the vehicle speed has been limited to the speed displayed. The limited speed is a protection for various propulsion and vehicle systems, such as lubrication, thermal, brakes, suspension, Teen Driver if equipped, or tires. This feature allows for a chime and a message when the rear door has been opened before or during operation of the vehicle. Vehicle Personalization The following are all possible vehicle personalization features. Depending on the vehicle, some may not be available. For System and Apps features and functions, see Settings in infotainment system. To access the vehicle personalization menu: 1. Touch the Settings icon on the Home Page on the infotainment display. 2. Touch the desired category to display a list of available options. 3. Touch to select the desired feature setting. Touch Off or On. Climate and Air Quality Touch and the following may display: . Auto Fan Speed . Auto Defog . Auto Rear Defog . Ionizer Auto Fan Speed This feature will set the auto fan speed. Touch Low, Medium, or High. Auto Defog When set to On, the front defog will automatically react to temperature and humidity conditions that may cause fogging. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Instruments and Controls 115 Touch Off or On. Forward Collision System Rear Camera Park Assist Symbols Auto Rear Defog This setting can alert of a potential crash with a detected vehicle ahead and can apply brakes to help reduce a collision’s severity. This setting enables the Rear Camera Park Assist Symbols. See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 224. Touch Off, Alert, or Alert and Brake. Touch Off or On. Front Pedestrian Detection Rear Cross Traffic Alert This feature may help avoid or reduce the harm caused by front-end crashes with nearby pedestrians. See Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) System 0 233. This setting specifies if you see alerts when the vehicle detects approaching rear cross traffic when in R (Reverse). See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 224. Touch Off, Alert, or Alert and Brake. Touch Off or On. Adaptive Cruise Go Notifier Park Assist This setting determines if an alert will appear when Adaptive Cruise Control brings the vehicle to a complete stop and the vehicle ahead of you starts moving again. See Adaptive Cruise Control ((Camera)) 0 213. This setting specifies if you have alerts when a object is detected near your vehicle during low speed. Touch Off or On. Comfort and Convenience Lane Change Alert Touch and the following may display: . Chime Volume . Handsfree Liftgate/Trunk Control . Reverse Tilt Mirror . Rain Sense Wipers . Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear When on, this feature turns on the rear defogger at vehicle start when the interior temperature is cold and fog is likely. See “Rear Window Defogger” under Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 181. Touch Off or On. Ionizer If equipped with an ionizer, this feature helps to clean the air inside the vehicle and remove contaminants such as pollen, odors, and dust. See Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 181. Touch Off or On. Collision / Detection Systems Touch and the following may display: . Forward Collision System . Front Pedestrian Detection . Adaptive Cruise Go Notifier . Lane Change Alert . Rear Camera Park Assist Symbols . Rear Cross Traffic Alert . Park Assist This allows the feature to be turned on or off. See Lane Change Alert (LCA) 0 235. When Lane Change Alert is disabled, Side Blind Zone Alert is also disabled. Touch Off or On. Touch Off or On. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 116 Instruments and Controls Chime Volume Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear . Delayed Door Lock This allows the selection of the chime volume level. This setting automatically turns on the rear window wiper when the vehicle is in R (Reverse) and the front wipers are on. Open Door Anti Lock Out Touch the infotainment controls to adjust the volume Touch Off or On. Hands Free Liftgate Control Lighting The liftgate may be operated with a kicking motion under the left side of the rear bumper. See Liftgate 0 18 Touch and the following may display: . Vehicle Locator Lights . Exit Lighting Touch Off, On-Open and Close, or On-Open Only. Reverse Tilt Mirror When on, the driver, passenger, or both driver and passenger outside mirrors will tilt downward when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse) to improve visibility of the ground near the rear wheels. They may move from their tilted position when the vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse) or turned off. See Reverse Tilt Mirrors 0 27. Vehicle Locator Lights This feature will flash the exterior lamps when K on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is pressed to locate the vehicle. Touch Off or On. Exit Lighting This allows the selection of how long the exterior lamps stay on when leaving the vehicle when it is dark outside. Touch Off, On - Driver and Passenger, On Driver, or On - Passenger. Touch Off, 30 Seconds, 60 Seconds, or 120 Seconds. Rain Sense Wipers Power Door Locks This allows the Rainsense Wipers feature to be disabled or enabled. Touch and the following may display: . Open Door Anti Lock Out . Auto Door Unlock Touch Disabled or Enabled. 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 setting allows you to select which doors will automatically unlock when the vehicle is shifted into P (Park). Touch Off, All Doors, or Driver Door. Delayed Door Lock This setting delays the locking of the doors. To override the delay, press the power door lock switch on the door. Touch Off or On. Remote Lock, Unlock, and Start Touch and the following may display: . Remote Unlock Light Feedback . Remote Lock Feedback . Remote Door Unlock . Remote Start Auto Heat Seats . Passive Door Unlock Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Instruments and Controls . Passive Door Lock . Remote Left in Vehicle Alert Remote Unlock Light Feedback This setting flashes the exterior lamps when you remotely unlock the vehicle. Passive Door Unlock Seat Entry Memory This setting specifies which doors unlock when using the button on the driver door handle to unlock the vehicle. This feature automatically recalls the current driver’s previously stored 1 or 2 button positions when the ignition is changed from off to on or ACC/ACCESSORY. See Memory Seats 0 38. Touch Off, All Doors or Driver Door Only. Touch Off or Flash Lights. Passive Door Lock Remote Lock Feedback This setting specifies whether the vehicle will automatically lock, or lock and alert you after all the doors are closed, and you walk away from the vehicle with the RKE transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 7. This setting specifies how the vehicle responds when you remotely lock the vehicle. 117 Touch Off or On. Seat Exit Memory Touch Off, On with Horn Chirp, or On. This feature automatically recalls the previously stored exit button positions when the ignition is changed from on or ACC/ ACCESSORY to off if the driver door is open or opened. See Memory Seats 0 38. Remote Left in Vehicle Alert Touch Off or On. Teen Driver Touch All Doors or Driver Door. This feature sounds an alert when the RKE transmitter is left in the vehicle. This menu also enables Remote No Longer in Vehicle Alert. Remote Start Auto Heat Seats Touch Off or On. This setting automatically turns on the heated seats when using the remote start function on cold days. Seating Position This will lock the infotainment system and steering wheel controls. It may also limit access to vehicle storage locations, if equipped. Touch Off, Lights and Horn, Lights Only, or Horn Only. Remote Door Unlock This setting specifies whether all doors, or just the driver door, unlock when pressing K on the RKE transmitter. Touch Off or On. Touch and the following may display: . Seat Entry Memory . Seat Exit Memory See Teen Driver 0 168. Valet Mode To enable valet mode: 1. Enter a four-digit code on the keypad. 2. Touch Enter to go to the confirmation screen. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 118 Instruments and Controls 3. Re-enter the four-digit code. Touch Lock or Unlock to lock or unlock the system. Touch Back to go back to the previous menu. Universal Remote System See Radio Frequency Statement 0 349. Universal Remote System Programming systems, and home automation devices. These instructions refer to a garage door opener, but can be used for other devices. Do not use the Universal Remote system with any garage door opener that does not have the stop and reverse feature. This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982. Read these instructions completely before programming the Universal Remote system. It may help to have another person assist with the programming process. Keep the original hand-held 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. To program a garage door opener, park outside directly in line with and facing the garage door opener receiver. Clear all people and objects near the garage door. If equipped, these buttons are in the overhead console. This system can replace up to three remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers, security Make sure the hand-held transmitter has a new battery for quick and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal. Programming the Universal Remote System For questions or programming help, see www.homelink.com/gm or call 1-800-355-3515. Programming involves time-sensitive actions, and may time out causing the procedure to be repeated. To program up to three devices: 1. Hold the end of the hand-held transmitter about 3 to 8 cm (1 to 3 in) away from the Universal Remote system buttons with the indicator light in view. The hand-held transmitter was supplied by the manufacturer of the garage door opener receiver. 2. Press and release one of the three Universal Remote system buttons to be programmed. Press and hold the hand-held transmitter button. Do not release the hand-held transmitter button until the indicator light changes from a slow to a rapid flash or continuous light. Then release the hand-held transmitter button. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Instruments and Controls Some garage door openers may require substitution of Step 2 with the procedure under “Radio Signals for Some Gate Operators” later in this section. 3. Press and hold the newly programmed Universal Remote system button for five seconds while watching the indicator light and garage door activation. . If the indicator light stays on continuously or the garage door moves when the button is pressed, then programming is complete. There is no need to complete Steps 4–6. . If the indicator light does not come on or the garage door does not move, a second button press may be required. For a second time, press and hold the newly programmed button for five seconds. If the indicator light is continuously lit, or the garage door moves, programming is complete. . If the indicator light flashes rapidly and the garage door does not move, continue with programming Steps 4–6. 119 Radio Signals for Some Gate Operators For questions or programming help, see www.homelink.com/gm or call 1-800-355-3515. Learn or Smart Button 4. After completing Steps 1–3, locate the Learn or Smart button inside the garage on the garage door opener receiver. The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer. 5. Press and release the Learn or Smart button. Step 6 must be completed within 30 seconds of pressing this button. 6. Return to the vehicle and firmly press and hold the trained Universal Remote system button for two seconds and release. Repeat the “press/hold/release” sequence up to three times to complete the training process. The Universal Remote system should now activate the garage door. Repeat the process for programming the two remaining buttons. Some radio–frequency laws and gate operators require transmitter signals to time out or quit after several seconds of transmission. This may not be long enough for the Universal Remote system to pick up the signal during programming. If the programming did not work, replace Step 2 under “Programming the Universal Remote System” with the following: Press and hold the Universal Remote system button while pressing and releasing the hand-held transmitter button every two seconds until the signal has been successfully accepted by the Universal Remote system. The Universal Remote system indicator light will flash slowly at first and then change to a rapid flash or continuous solid-light. Proceed with Step 3 under “Programming the Universal Remote System” to complete. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 120 Instruments and Controls Universal Remote System Operation Using the Universal Remote System Press and hold the appropriate Universal Remote system button for at least one-half second. The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted. Erasing Universal Remote System Buttons Erase all programmed buttons when vehicle ownership is terminated. To erase: 1. Press and hold the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash. This should take about 10 seconds. 2. Release both buttons. Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote System Button To reprogram any of the system buttons: 1. Press and hold any one of the buttons. Do not release the button. 2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without releasing the button, proceed with Step 1 under “Programming the Universal Remote System.” Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Lighting 121 Lighting Exterior Lighting AUTO : Turns the exterior lamps on and off automatically depending on outside lighting. Exterior Lighting Exterior Lamp Controls ; : Turns on the parking lamps including all lamps, except the headlamps. Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer . . . . 122 Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . 123 Automatic Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . 123 Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Turn and Lane-Change Signals . . . . . . . . . 124 Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 5 : Turns on the headlamps together with the parking lamps and instrument panel lights. IntelliBeam® System If equipped, this system turns the vehicle's high-beam headlamps on and off according to surrounding traffic conditions. Interior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Courtesy Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dome Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 125 125 125 Lighting Features Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Battery Load Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Battery Power Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver . . . . . . . . . 127 The system turns the high-beam headlamps on when it is dark enough and there is no other traffic present. The exterior lamp control is on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column. There are four positions. O : Turns the exterior lamps off and deactivates the AUTO mode. Turn O again to reactivate the AUTO mode. In Canada, the headlamps will automatically reactivate when the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park). This light comes on in the instrument cluster when the IntelliBeam system is enabled. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 122 Lighting Turning On and Enabling IntelliBeam To enable the 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 beams are on. Driving with IntelliBeam The system only activates the high beams when driving over 40 km/h (25 mph). There is a sensor near the top center of the windshield that automatically controls the system. Keep this area of the windshield clear of debris to allow for best system performance. The high-beam headlamps remain on, under the automatic control, until one of the following situations occurs: . The system detects an approaching vehicle's headlamps. . The system detects a preceding vehicle's taillamps. . The outside light is bright enough that high-beam headlamps are not required. . The vehicle's speed drops below 20 km/h (12 mph). . The IntelliBeam system is disabled by the button on the turn signal lever. If this happens, press b on the turn signal lever when the exterior lamp control is in the AUTO or 5 position to reactivate the IntelliBeam system. The instrument cluster light will come on to indicate the IntelliBeam system is reactivated. The high beams may not turn off automatically if the system cannot detect another vehicle's lamps because of any of the following: . The other vehicle's lamps are missing, damaged, obstructed from view, or otherwise undetected. . The other vehicle's lamps are covered with dirt, snow, and/or road spray. . The other vehicle's lamps cannot be detected due to dense exhaust, smoke, fog, snow, road spray, mist, or other airborne obstructions. . The vehicle's windshield is dirty, cracked, or obstructed by something that blocks the view of the light sensor. . The vehicle is loaded such 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 be disabled if any of the above conditions exist. Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Push the turn signal lever away from you and release, to turn the high beams on. To return to low beams, push the lever again or pull it toward you and release. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Lighting When the DRL are on, the taillamps, sidemarker lamps, instrument panel lights, and other lamps will not be on. This indicator light turns on in the instrument cluster when the high-beam headlamps are on. Flash-to-Pass The flash-to-pass feature works with the low beams or Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) on or off. To flash the high beams, pull the turn signal lever toward you momentarily and then release it. Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. Fully functional DRL are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada. The DRL system comes on in daylight when the following conditions are met: . The ignition is on. . The exterior lamp control is in AUTO. . The light sensor determines it is daytime. The DRL turn off when the headlamps are turned to O or the ignition is off. For vehicles sold in Canada, this control only works when the vehicle is parked. The regular headlamp system should be turned on when needed. Automatic Headlamp System When the exterior lamp control is set to AUTO and it is dark enough outside, the headlamps come on automatically. 123 There is a light sensor on top of the 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 it is bright enough outside, the headlamps will turn off or may change to DRL. The automatic headlamp system turns off when the exterior lamp control is turned to O or the ignition is off. Lights On with Wipers If the windshield wipers are activated in daylight with the engine on, and the exterior lamp control is in AUTO, the headlamps, parking lamps, and other exterior lamps come on. The transition time for the lamps coming on varies based on wiper speed. When the wipers are not operating, these lamps turn off. Move the exterior lamp control to O or ; to disable this feature. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 124 Lighting Hazard Warning Flashers Turn and Lane-Change Signals Have any burned out bulbs replaced. If a bulb is not burned out, check the fuse. See Instrument Panel Fuse Block 0 285. Fog Lamps Move the lever all the way up or down to signal a turn. | : Press to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. This warns others that you are having trouble. Press | again to turn the flashers off. An arrow on the instrument cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change. Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash to signal a lane change. Hold it there until the lane change is complete. If the lever is moved momentarily to the lane change position, the arrow will flash three times. It will flash six times if Tow/ Haul Mode is active. The lever returns to its starting position when it is released. If after signaling a turn or lane change, the arrow flashes rapidly or does not come on, a signal bulb may be burned out. The fog lamps button is on the instrument panel beside the steering wheel. To turn on the fog lamps, the ignition and the headlamps or parking lamps must be on. # : If equipped, press to turn on or off. An indicator light on the instrument cluster comes on when the fog lamps are on. Some localities have laws that require the headlamps to be on along with the fog lamps. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Lighting Interior Lighting Courtesy Lamps Instrument Panel Illumination Control The courtesy lamps come on when any door is opened, K on the RKE transmitter is pressed, or when the ignition is switched off. See Dome Lamps 0 125. Dome Lamps 125 1 : When the button is returned to the middle position, the lamps turn on automatically when any door is opened, K on the RKE transmitter is pressed, or when the ignition is switched off + : Press to turn on the dome lamps. This feature adjusts the brightness of all illuminated controls. The instrument panel illumination control is next to the exterior lamp control. Push the knob in all the way until it extends out and then turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to brighten or dim the lights. Push the knob back in when finished. The knob is functional at night, or when the headlamps or parking lamps are ON. The front dome lamp controls are in the overhead console. E : Press to turn the lamps off, even when any door is opened, K on the RKE transmitter is pressed, or when the ignition is switched off. If equipped, the rear dome lamp controls are in the headliner above the rear seats. Reading Lamps There are reading lamps on the overhead console and over the rear seats. These lamps come on when any door is opened, K on the RKE transmitter is pressed, or when the ignition is switched off. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 126 Lighting exterior lamps turn off. Entry lighting can be disabled manually by changing the ignition out of the OFF position, or by pressing the RKE transmitter Q button. To operate, the ignition must be on, or in ACC/ACCESSORY, or using Retained Accessory Power (RAP). This feature can be changed. See “Vehicle Locator Lights” under Vehicle Personalization 0 114. Exit Lighting Rear Reading Lamps Front Reading Lamps The front reading lamps are in the overhead console. Press the lamp lenses to turn the front reading lamps on or off. If equipped with dual sunroof, the rear reading lamps are over the rear seats. Press the lamp lens to turn the rear passenger reading lamps on or off. Lighting Features Entry Lighting Some exterior lamps and the interior lamps turn on briefly at night, or in areas with limited lighting, when K is pressed on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. When a door is opened, the interior lamps come on if the dome lamp control is in the DOOR position. After about 30 seconds the Some exterior lamps and interior lamps turn on when the key is removed from the ignition. The exterior and interior lamps remain on for a set amount of time, then automatically turn off. If equipped with Keyless Access, the exterior lamps automatically turn on when the driver door is opened after the ignition is turned off. The interior lights turn on when the ignition is turned off. The exterior lamps turn off immediately by turning the exterior lamp control off. This feature can be changed. See Vehicle Personalization 0 114. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Lighting Battery Load Management The vehicle has Electric Power Management (EPM) that estimates the battery's temperature and state of charge. It then adjusts the voltage for best performance and extended life of the battery. EPM works to prevent excessive discharge of the battery. It does this by balancing the generator's output and the vehicle's electrical needs. It can increase engine idle speed to generate more power whenever needed. It can temporarily reduce the power demands of some accessories. When the battery's state of charge is low, the voltage is raised slightly to quickly bring the charge back up. When the state of charge is high, the voltage is lowered slightly to prevent overcharging. If the vehicle has a voltmeter gauge or a voltage display on the Driver Information Center (DIC), you may see the voltage move up or down. This is normal. If there is a problem, an alert will be displayed. Normally, these actions occur in steps or levels, without being noticeable. In rare cases at the highest levels of corrective action, this action may be noticeable to the driver. If so, a DIC message might be displayed and it is recommended that the driver reduce the electrical loads as much as possible. The battery can be discharged at idle if the electrical loads are very high. This is true for all vehicles. This is because the generator (alternator) may not be spinning fast enough at idle to produce all of the power needed for very high electrical loads. This feature helps prevent the battery from being drained, if the interior courtesy lamps or reading lamps are accidentally left on. If any of these lamps are left on, they automatically turn off after 10 minutes, if the ignition is off. The lamps will not come back on again until one of the following occurs: . The ignition is turned on. . The doors are closed and then re-opened. A high electrical load occurs when several of the following are on, such 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. Battery Power Protection 127 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver The exterior lamps turn off about 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off, if the parking lamps or headlamps have been manually left on. This protects against draining the battery. To restart the 10-minute timer, turn the exterior lamp control to the O position and then back to the ; or 2 position. To keep the lamps on for more than 10 minutes, the ignition must be on or in ACC/ACCESSORY. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 128 Infotainment System Infotainment System Introduction Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Using the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Software Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Radio AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 HD Radio Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Radio Data System (RDS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Multi-Band Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Audio Players Avoiding Untrusted Media Devices . . . . . 137 USB Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Auxiliary Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Bluetooth Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Navigation Using the Navigation System . . . . . . . . . . 140 Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 Navigation Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 Destination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 Global Positioning System (GPS) . . . . . . . 150 Vehicle Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 Problems with Route Guidance . . . . . . . . . 151 If the System Needs Service . . . . . . . . . . . 151 Map Data Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 Database Coverage Explanations . . . . . . . 152 Voice Recognition Voice Recognition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 Phone Bluetooth (Overview) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157 Bluetooth (Pairing and Using a Phone) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 Apple CarPlay and Android Auto . . . . . . . 161 Settings Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 Teen Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 Trademarks and License Agreements Trademarks and License Agreements . . . 171 Introduction Read the following pages to become familiar with the features. { Warning Taking your eyes off the road for too long or too often while using any infotainment feature can cause a crash. You or others could be injured or killed. Do not give extended attention to infotainment tasks while driving. Limit your glances at the vehicle displays and focus your attention on driving. Use voice commands whenever possible. The infotainment system has built-in features intended to help avoid distraction by disabling some features when driving. These features may gray out when they are unavailable. Many infotainment features are also available through the instrument cluster and steering wheel controls. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Infotainment System Before driving: . Become familiar with the operation, center stack controls, steering wheel controls, and infotainment display. . Set up the audio by presetting favorite stations, setting the tone, and adjusting the speakers. . Set up phone numbers in advance so they can be called easily by pressing a single control or by using a single voice command. 129 Overview Infotainment System The infotainment system is controlled by using the infotainment display, the controls on the center stack, steering wheel controls. See Distracted Driving 0 187. Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) If equipped, ANC reduces engine noise in the vehicle’s interior. ANC requires the factory-installed audio system, radio, speakers, amplifier (if equipped), induction system, and exhaust system to work properly. Deactivation is required by your dealer if related aftermarket equipment is installed. 1. . USB/Bluetooth: Press 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. . Press to go to the Home Page. 2. g: . Radio: Press and release to fast seek the previous strongest station or channel. Press and hold to go to the previous station or channel. 3. O: O to turn the system on. Press and hold to turn off. . When on, press O to mute the system and display a status pane. Press O again to unmute the system. . When off, press Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 130 Infotainment System . Turn to decrease or increase the volume. 4. Steering Wheel Controls d: . Radio: Press and release to fast seek the next strongest station or channel. Press and hold to go to the next station or channel. . USB/Bluetooth: Press to seek the next track. Press and hold to fast forward through a track. Release to return to playing speed. 5. BACK: . Press to return to the previous screen in a menu. g : For vehicles with Bluetooth or OnStar, press to interact with those systems. c : Press to silence the vehicle speakers only. Press again to turn the sound on. For vehicles with Bluetooth or OnStar systems, press to reject an incoming call, or to end a current call. 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 next or previous track. 2. Volume: Press to increase or decrease the volume. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Infotainment System _ SRC ^ : Press to select a source or toggle Settings to change favorite stations. Touch the Settings icon to display the Settings menu. See Settings 0 163. Using the System Infotainment Display Icons Infotainment display icons show when available. When a function is unavailable, the icon may gray out. When a function is selected, the icon may highlight. Audio press to interact with those systems. Touch the Audio icon to display the active audio source page. Examples of available sources are AM, FM, SXM (if equipped), USB, AUX, and Bluetooth. c : Press to silence the vehicle speakers Phone only. Press again to turn the sound on. For vehicles with Bluetooth or OnStar systems, press to reject an incoming call, or to end a current call. Phone icon to display the Phone main page. See Bluetooth (Overview) 0 157 or Bluetooth (Pairing and Using a Phone) 0 158. e + : Press + to increase the volume. e − : Press − to decrease the volume. Nav g : For vehicles with Bluetooth or OnStar, - FAV or FAV + : When on a radio source, press to select the previous or next favorite. When on a media source, press to select the previous or next track. If equipped, touch the Nav icon to display the embedded navigation map. See Using the Navigation System 0 140. Wi-Fi If equipped, touch the Users icon to display the Wi-Fi Hotspot menu. 131 Apple CarPlay Touch the Apple CarPlay icon to activate Apple CarPlay if equipped, after a supported device is connected. See Apple CarPlay and Android Auto 0 161. Android Auto Touch the Android Auto icon to activate Android Auto if equipped, after a supported device is connected. See Apple CarPlay and Android Auto 0 161. OnStar Services If equipped, touch the OnStar icon to display the OnStar Services and Account pages. Climate If equipped, touch the Climate icon to display the Climate main page. Camera If equipped, touch the Camera icon to access the camera application. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 132 Infotainment System SiriusXM If equipped, touch the SiriusXM icon to display the SiriusXM radio service. Shortcut Tray Touch/Tap is used to select an icon or option, activate an application, or change the location inside a map. Touch and Hold display to the new location. This can be done up, down, right, or left. This feature is only available when vehicle is parked and not in motion. Nudge The shortcut tray is near the bottom of the display. It shows up to four applications. Infotainment Display Features Infotainment display features show on the display when available. When a feature is unavailable, it may gray out. When a feature is touched, it may highlight. Infotainment Gestures Use the following finger gestures to control the infotainment system. Touch and hold can be used to start another gesture, or to move or delete an application. Drag Touch/Tap Nudge is used to move items a short distance on a list or a map. To nudge, hold and move the selected item up or down to a new location. Fling or Swipe Drag is used to move applications on the Home Page, or to pan the map. To drag the item, it must be held and moved along the Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Infotainment System Fling or swipe is used to scroll through a list, pan the map, or change page views. Do this by placing a finger on the display then moving it rapidly up and down or right and left. Radio Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces and Vehicle Information and Radio Displays From the Home Page, touch the Audio icon to display the active audio source page. Choose from the three most recently used sources listed at the left side of the display or touch the More icon to display a list of available sources. Examples of available sources are AM, FM, SXM (if equipped), MyMedia (if available), USB, AUX (if equipped), and Bluetooth. For vehicles with high gloss surfaces or vehicle displays, use a microfiber cloth to wipe surfaces. Before wiping the surface with the microfiber cloth, use a soft bristle brush to remove dirt that could scratch the surface. Then 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. Rinse thoroughly and air dry before next use. Software Updates Over-the-Air Software Updates If equipped, see “Updates” under Settings 0 163 for details on software updates. AM-FM Radio 133 Finding a Station Seeking a Station Playing the Radio Infotainment System Sound Menu From any of the audio source main pages, touch Sound to display the following: Equalizer : Touch to adjust Bass, Midrange, and Treble using the options on the infotainment display. Fade/Balance : Touch to adjust by using the controls on the infotainment display or by tapping/dragging the crosshair. From the AM, FM, or SXM (if equipped) display, touch 7 or 6 on the infotainment display to search for the previous or next strong station or channel. Browsing Stations From the AM, FM, or SXM (if equipped) display, touch Browse to list all available stations or channels. Navigate up and down through all stations by scrolling the list. Touch the station or channel you want to listen to. Touch H to save the station or channel as a favorite. If equipped, touch Update Station List to update the active stations in your area. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 134 Infotainment System Direct Tune Touch (X) to delete one number at a time. Touch and hold (X) to delete all numbers. AM, FM, and SXM Categories A valid AM or FM station will automatically tune to the new frequency but not close the Direct Tune display. When listening to SXM (if equipped), touch Go after entering the channel. Touch the Back icon on the infotainment display or touch z to exit out of Direct Tune. Access Direct Tune by touching the Tune icon on the infotainment display to bring up the keypad. 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 information about that station or channel displays on the right side. This information will update with each new valid frequency. Touch H to save the station or channel as a favorite. The keypad will gray out entries that do not contribute to a valid frequency and will automatically place a decimal point within the frequency number. The tune arrows on the right side of the Direct Tune display will tune through the complete station or channel list one station step at a time per touch. A touch and hold advances through stations or channels quickly. If equipped, HD Radio multicast stations cannot be tuned directly through the Direct Tune feature. Only the analog or HD1 station can use that feature. Use the display arrows to adjust to the multicast stations. From the AM stations, if equipped with HD Radio, FM, or SXM (if equipped) display, touch Categories at the top of the Browse menu to access the categories list. The list contains names associated with the AM or FM stations, or SXM channels. Touch a category name to display a list of stations or channels for that category. Touching a station or channel from the list will tune the radio to that station or channel. Storing Radio Station Favorites Favorites show in the area at the top of the display. AM, FM, SXM (if equipped) Radio Stations : Touch and hold a preset to store the current station or channel as a favorite. Touch a saved favorite to recall a favorite station. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Infotainment System 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 automatically adjusted by default, but can be manually adjusted in Settings in the System tab under Favorites and then Set Number of Audio Favorites. It can also be adjusted in Settings in the Apps tab under Audio and then Set Number of Audio Favorites. seconds. The radio will also display icons representing additional channels (HD2, ...HD8), that may be available. When the radio successfully tunes to a HD station, the HD logo will display and digital audio will play. 2. Touch the display arrows to tune to the previous or next HD Radio station. There may be a delay before the station starts playing. The HD Radio station number is indicated next to the HD logo. HD Radio Technology HD Radio stations can be saved as favorites. If equipped, HD Radio is a free service with features such as digital quality sound, more stations available on a single frequency such as HD2 and HD3, and display information such as artist and song title. For a list of all stations, see www.hdradio.com. From the Now Playing display, touch the HD Radio icon to turn HD on or off. Station Access To access HD Radio stations: 1. Tune the radio to the station. If HD Radio is turned on and the station is broadcasting in HD Radio, the radio will automatically tune to the HD version of the current channel (HD1) after several HD Radio Troubleshooting Digital Audio Delay : Wait for the signal to process. This can take several seconds. Volume Change, Audio Skip, Echo, Digital Audio Lost : Station signal strength may be weak, the station is out of range, or the station may be out of alignment. Verify proper reception on another station. If the HD Radio signal weakens while listening to HD1, the radio will automatically switch to the analog version of the radio station. 135 If the HD Radio signal loses reception while listening to stations HD2 to HD8, the radio mutes until the signal can be recovered or until the station is changed. HD Radio can be disabled if driving in a weak 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 RDS, the radio can: . Group stations by Category (i.e., Program Type) such as Rock, Jazz, Classical, etc. . Display messages from radio stations. This system relies on receiving specific information from these stations and only works when the information is available. It is possible that a radio station could broadcast incorrect information that causes the radio features to work improperly. If this happens, contact the radio station. When information is broadcast from a RDS station, the station name or call letters display on the audio screen. Radio text supporting the currently playing broadcast may also appear. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 136 Infotainment System Satellite Radio SiriusXM Radio Service If equipped, vehicles with a valid SiriusXM radio subscription can receive SiriusXM programming. SiriusXM radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial-free music, coast to coast, in digital-quality sound. In the U.S., see www.siriusxm.com or call 1-888-601-6296. In Canada, see www.siriusxm.ca or call 1-877-438-9677. When SiriusXM is active, the channel name, number, song title, and artist appear on the display. SiriusXM with 360L SiriusXM with 360L interface has enhanced in-vehicle listening experience for subscribers. The experience now offers more categories and system learned recommendations toward discovering more personalized content. To use the full SiriusXM 360L program, including streaming content and listening recommendations, OnStar Connected Access is required. Connected vehicle services vary by model and require a complete working electrical system, cell reception, and GPS signal. An active connected plan is required. Reference the SiriusXM user guide for use and subscription information. Radio Reception Unplug electronic devices from the accessory power outlets if there is interference or static in the radio. FM FM signals only reach about 16 to 65 km (10 to 40 mi). Although the radio has a built-in electronic circuit that automatically works to reduce interference, some static can occur, especially around tall buildings or hills, causing the sound to fade in and out. SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service If equipped, SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service provides digital radio reception. Tall buildings or hills can interfere with satellite radio signals, causing the sound to fade in and out. In addition, traveling or standing under heavy foliage, bridges, garages, or tunnels may cause loss of the SiriusXM signal for a period of time. Some cellular services may interfere with SXM reception causing loss of signal. Mobile Device Usage Mobile device usage, such as making or receiving calls, charging, or just having the mobile device on may cause static interference in the radio. Unplug the mobile device or turn it off if this happens. AM Multi-Band Antenna The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range can cause station frequencies to interfere with each other. Static can also occur when things like storms and power lines interfere with radio reception. When this happens, try reducing the treble on the radio. The roof antenna is for AM, FM, SiriusXM, OnStar, and GPS (Global Positioning System), depending on the equipped options. Keep clear of obstructions for clear reception. If the vehicle has a sunroof, and it is open, reception can also be affected. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Infotainment System Audio Players Caution (Continued) Avoiding Untrusted Media Devices When using media devices such as USB devices, and mobile devices, consider the source. Untrusted media devices could contain files that affect system operation or performance. Avoid use if the content or origin cannot be trusted. USB Port Audio stored on a USB device may be listened to. This vehicle is equipped with two USB ports in the center stack. These ports are for data and charging. There may also be two USB ports for charging only at the rear of the center console. Caution To avoid vehicle damage, unplug all accessories and disconnect all accessory cables from the vehicle when not in use. Accessory cables left plugged into the vehicle, unconnected to a device, could be damaged or cause an electrical short if (Continued) the unconnected end comes in contact with liquids or another power source such as the accessory power outlet. Playing from a USB A USB mass storage device can be connected to the USB port. Audio extensions supported by the USB are: . MP3 . AAC . OGG . 3GP Gracenote When plugging in a USB device, Gracenote service builds voice tags for music. Voice tags allow artists, albums with hard to pronounce names, and nicknames to be used to play music through voice recognition, if equipped. While indexing, infotainment features may be available 137 My Media Library MyMedia is only available when more than one indexed device is connected. It allows access to content from all indexed media sources. MyMedia will show as an available source in the Source page. USB MP3 Player and USB Devices The USB MP3 players and USB devices connected must comply with the USB Mass Storage Class specification (USB MSC). To 1. 2. 3. play a USB device: Connect the USB. Touch Audio from the Home Page. Touch More and then touch the USB device. Use the following when playing an active USB source: p : Touch to play the current media source. j : Touch to pause playback of the current media source. 7: . Touch to seek to the beginning of the current or previous track. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 138 Infotainment System . Touch and hold to reverse quickly through playback. Release to return to playing speed. Elapsed time displays. 6: . Touch to seek to the next track. . Touch and hold to advance quickly through playback. Release to return to playing speed. Elapsed time displays. Shuffle : Touch the shuffle icon to play music in random order. USB Sound Menu See “Infotainment System Sound Menu” under AM-FM Radio 0 133. USB Browse Menu When a list of songs, albums, 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. Touch the up and down arrows to move the list up and down. Touch Browse and the following may display: Playlists: 1. Touch to view the playlists stored on the USB. 2. Touch a playlist to view the list of all Songs in that playlist. 3. Touch a song from the list to begin playback. Supported Playlist extensions are m3u, pls. Artists: 1. Touch to view the list of artists stored on the USB. 2. Touch an artist name to view a list of all albums by the artist. 3. To select a song, touch All Songs or touch an album and then touch a song from the list. Songs: 1. Touch to display a list of All Songs on the USB. 2. To begin playback, touch a song from the list. Albums: 1. Touch to view the albums on the USB. 2. Touch the album to view a list of All Songs on the album. 3. Touch a song from the list to begin playback. Genres: 1. Touch to view the genres on the USB. 2. Touch a genre to view a list of artists. 3. Touch an artist to view albums by that artist. 4. Touch an album to view songs on the album. 5. Touch a song to start playback. Composers: 1. Touch to view the composers on the USB. 2. Touch a Composer to view a list of albums by that composer. 3. Touch an album or All Songs to view a list of songs. 4. Touch a song from the list to begin playback. Folders: 1. Touch to view the directories on the USB. 2. Touch a folder to view a list of all files. 3. Touch a file from the list to begin playback. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Infotainment System Podcasts : Touch to view the podcasts on the USB and get a list of podcast episodes. Select from one of the following Browse options to save a favorite: Audiobooks: 1. Touch to view the audiobooks stored on the USB. 2. Touch an audiobook to get a list of chapters. 3. Touch the chapter from the list to begin playback. Playlists : Touch H next to any playlist to store the playlist as a favorite. Touch a saved favorite to recall a favorite playlist. The first song in the playlist begins to play. 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 and are only displayed if present. The radio displays the file name as the track name if the song information is not available. Supported Apple Devices To view supported devices, see my.buick.com/learn. Storing and Recalling Media Favorites To store media favorites, touch Browse to display a list of media types. Artists : Touch H next to any artist to store the artist as a favorite. Touch a saved favorite to recall a favorite artist. The first song in the artist list begins to play. Songs : Touch H next to any song to store the song as a favorite. Touch a saved favorite to recall a favorite song. Albums : Touch H next to any album to store the album as a favorite. Touch a saved favorite to recall a favorite album. The first song in the album list begins to play. Genres : Touch H next to any genre to store the genre as a favorite. Touch a saved favorite to recall a favorite genre. The first song of the genre begins to play. Podcasts : Touch H next to any podcast to store the podcast as a favorite. Touch a saved favorite to recall a favorite podcast. The podcast begins to play. 139 Audiobooks : Touch H next to any audiobook to store the audiobook as a favorite. Touch a saved favorite to recall a favorite audiobook. The first chapter in the audiobook begins to play. Media Playback and Mute USB playback will be paused if the system is muted. If the steering wheel mute control is pressed again, playback will resume. If the source is changed while in mute, playback resumes and audio will unmute. Auxiliary Jack This vehicle has an auxiliary input jack in 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 device while the vehicle is in P (Park). Connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) cable from the auxiliary device to the auxiliary input jack. When a device is connected, the system can play audio from the device over the vehicle speakers. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 140 Infotainment System If an auxiliary device has already been connected, but a different source is currently active, touch More and then touch AUX to make the source active. 2. Once paired, touch Audio from the Home Page, then touch Bluetooth from the recent sources list on the left of the display. Browse functionality will be provided where supported by the Bluetooth device. This media content will not be part of the MyMedia source mode. Shuffle and Browse are not available in the AUX source menu. Bluetooth Sound Menu Some smartphones support sending Bluetooth music information to display on the system. When the system receives this information, it will check to see if any is available and display it. For more information about supported Bluetooth features, see my.buick.com/learn. Bluetooth Audio Music may be played from a paired Bluetooth device. See Bluetooth (Overview) 0 157 or Bluetooth (Pairing and Using a Phone) 0 158 for help pairing a device. Volume and song selection may be controlled by using the infotainment controls or the mobile device. If Bluetooth is selected and no sound is present, check the volume setting on both your mobile device and the infotainment system. Launch music by touching Bluetooth from the recent sources list on the left of the display or by touching More and then touching the Bluetooth device. To play music via Bluetooth: 1. Power on the device, and pair to connect the device. See “Infotainment System Sound Menu” under AM-FM Radio 0 133. Manage Bluetooth Devices From the Home Page: 1. Touch the Audio icon. 2. Touch More. 3. Touch Bluetooth. 4. Touch Devices to add or delete devices. When touching Bluetooth, the system may not be able to launch the audio player on the connected device to start playing. When the vehicle is not moving, use the mobile device to begin playback. All devices launch audio differently. When selecting Bluetooth as a source, the system may show as paused on the display. Press play on the device or touch p on the display to begin playback. Navigation Using the Navigation System If equipped, launch the Nav application by touching the Nav icon on the Home Page or on the shortcut tray near the bottom of the infotainment display. When the Nav application is launched for the first time, a product walkthrough is available. Use of the feature requires the Terms and Conditions and the Privacy statement to be confirmed. If available and signed into a profile, it is also suggested to enable and confirm Predictive Navigation. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Infotainment System Predictive Navigation (If Equipped) Navigation Map View If Predictive Navigation is available and confirmed, this feature learns preferences by remembering where the vehicle has been. It uses the locations and navigation history to personalize routes and results. Predictive Navigation may learn elements such as: . Personalized routes based on preferred streets. . Search results that provide best matches at the top of the list. . Predictive traffic. . 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 Predictive Navigation. See Settings 0 163. After opening the Nav application for the first time, the application will always open in full map view displaying the vehicle’s current location. When the vehicle is stopped, the search bar will appear along the top of the navigation map view. Manually close the search bar by touching z. When the vehicle is moving, the } (Search) icon will replace the search bar to maximize the full map view. Destination Card Preferences From the Nav application, set up Home and Work addresses to enable one-touch navigation. To set up Home and Work addresses, touch A and select Settings, then Map and Navigation Settings, and then Destination Card Preferences. Show My 141 Places on Map should be on by default. Select and enter Home and/or Work address and save. If the vehicle’s system is not signed into a customized profile, the current location icon uses a generic symbol. Once signed into a customized profile, the current location symbol will show a customized icon. See Navigation Symbols 0 144. Map and Navigation Settings Touch A while in the map view to display options. The following may display: . 3D Heading Up, 2D Heading Up, 2D North . Show on Map . Traffic Events (available with OnStar Connected Navigation) . Settings . Edit Destination (if a route has been set) Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 142 Infotainment System . Avoid on Route (if a route has been set) Touch Settings to view Map and Navigation Settings. The following may display: . Destination Card Preferences . Map Preferences . Route Preferences . Navigation Voice Control . Traffic Preferences . Alert Preferences . Fuel Grade Preferences . Manage History . Predictive Navigation: See “Predictive Navigation (If Equipped)” previously in this section. . About To exit a list, touch z in the top right corner to return to the main map view. Make sure to set up preferences before setting a destination and starting active guidance. Map Preferences Touch to choose between basic map feature configurations: Map Colors . Auto – Touch to automatically change modes based on lighting conditions. . Day (Light) . Night (Dark) 3D Landmark (Default is On) : Touch On or Off. When turned on, the system will display all 3D Landmarks on the map depending on the zoom level. 3D Building (Default is Off) : Touch On or Off. When turned on, the system will display all of the possible 3D building shapes on the map depending on the zoom level. Show Terrain in 3D (Default is Off) : If equipped, touch On or Off. When turned on, the system will display terrain information on the map in 3D view. Auto-Zoom (Default is On) : Touch On or Off. When turned on, the system will automatically adjust the zoom level when the vehicle is approaching a turn. After the turn is completed, the system automatically brings the zoom back to the originally set level. If the vehicle is approaching a turn with the next turn occurring shortly after, the Auto-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-Friendly. ‐ Fastest would be the route with the shortest drive time. ‐ Eco-Friendly would be the most fuel-efficient route. . Avoid on Current Route – Choose any of the road features to avoid while on route: ‐ Highways ‐ Unpaved Roads ‐ Ferries ‐ Carpool Lanes ‐ Toll Roads ‐ Tunnels ‐ Country Borders Navigation Voice Control Touch to access the voice control setting display. . Navigation Volume – To adjust the volume level, touch the up and down arrows. If the voice guidance prompt is Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Infotainment System being heard, volume can also be adjusted using the knob on the center stack or the volume switch on the steering wheel. . Navigation Voice Prompt Level during a Call. Options available are: ‐ Full Prompt (Selected by default) ‐ Tone Only ‐ None Traffic Events (If Equipped) . Ask Before Rerouting (Default) – If the system detects there is a traffic issue ahead, it will display a pop-up with details about the issue. Choose to reroute or cancel the alert. . Never Search for Better Route – The system will not check for a better route until one of the above options is selected. Alert Preferences This feature provides a list of events that are on the route or nearby. Touch A and then select Traffic Events. An OnStar connected Navigation service plan is required. Set alerts on or off during both inactive and active guidance views. The following alerts may be available: . Road Safety Alerts – Touch to display upcoming School Zones. . Traffic Camera Alerts Traffic Preferences (If Equipped) Manage History While in Map View, touch A, then Settings and then Map and Navigation Settings to access Traffic Preferences. When Show Traffic on Map is turned on, the feature provides an overview of the traffic flow using different coded colors. The following options are available for rerouting: . Auto Reroute to Better Route – The system will automatically reroute if the system detects there is a traffic issue ahead. Touch Manage History to access the History options: . Clear Recent Destinations – Touch \ to clear the recent destinations. . Clear Search History – Touch \ to clear the search history. About Touch to display software information, such as: . Telenav Terms and Conditions 143 . Telenav Privacy Statement . Navigation Version Maps The Nav application requires a map database to run. It is stored on an SD card that is connected to the infotainment system. If the map database is not available, a missing SD card error message will be displayed. SD Card Error Messages The SD card only works for one unique vehicle. The SD card must pass authentication verification to be used for that specific vehicle. Potential error scenarios and messages include: . The SD card has initialized for the first time: “Once initialized, this SD card can only be used for navigation in this vehicle.” . The SD card is not working properly: “SD card is not functioning properly. (Error Code).” . The SD card is not paired with the existing system: “This SD card is not valid in this vehicle for navigation. See Owner’s Manual for more detail or visit your dealer. (Error Code).” Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 144 Infotainment System . The SD card has been removed from the slot: “SD card has been removed. (Error Code).” Touch Continue to resume after the initialization error message. For the other messages, touch OK to return to the Home Page. This is the vehicle’s current location icon during inactive guidance mode. Once a user profile is created, the current location icon can be customized. This icon indicates the vehicle’s current location and direction on the map. The progress bar provides an overview of the route progress and may show traffic and incidents along the way. As the route proceeds, the vehicle icon moves up the bar. 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. The destination pin marks the location of the final destination. Touch the pin to view the destination address or to add it or remove it from the Favorites list. Hide the information by touching the pin one more time. It will automatically time out if no action is taken. If equipped, smart Points of Interest (POIs) are places of interest for parking and gas stations. Touch the icon to zoom out on the map and view the entire route. Touch it again to return to the previous view. View the drive time by touching the estimated time of arrival (ETA). Current Location When the vehicle is parked and not in a Navigation session, the user icon is centered on the map view, highlighting the current location. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Infotainment System Destination Receiving Destination Directions from Different Sources Destinations can be received or transferred from different sources to the Nav application for route guidance. If equipped, some of these sources may include: . Navigation from search results. . OnStar Advisor destination download. . An address from 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 navigation system. Waypoints Add up to five waypoints, which are additional destinations, along the route. To add an additional stop or waypoint: 1. From active guidance, touch }. 2. Search for the destination using One-Box, Voice search, or the Quick Category icons. 3. Choose search results Along Route, Nearby, or Near Destination. 4. Choose the desired waypoint and touch Add to Trip or replace the current destination by touching New Destination. Route options are not available for waypoints. Arriving at a Waypoint When approaching a waypoint, the system will display a Destination Arrival view. To continue on to the next destination touch the Drive to message on the infotainment display. If the vehicle passes the waypoint or gets out of the current route, the system will automatically reroute back to this waypoint. At the same time, it will show a Drive to icon along with the next waypoint address so the current waypoint can be skipped and guidance can resume to the next waypoint or destination. Editing a Waypoint When waypoints are added during active guidance, the system allows a stop to be deleted or the order to be changed. To edit a waypoint: 1. Touch A. 145 2. Touch Edit Destinations. . Modify destination order by touching and holding the arrow until it is highlighted. Drag to move the waypoint up or down the list. . Delete a waypoint by touching Y. A pop-up will appear to confirm waypoint removal. Once the request is confirmed, the system will remove the address from the destinations list. Touch z on the top right corner so the system can recalculate the route. If there is only one address in the destinations list, the system will disable the move and delete functions. The system will not allow the final destination to be deleted. Map Information Road network attributes are contained in the map database for map information. 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 include Places of Interest (POIs) such as restaurants, Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 146 Infotainment System airports, banks, hospitals, police stations, gas stations, tourist attractions, and historical monuments. If the vehicle does not have an applicable service plan, the map database may not include data for newly constructed areas or map database corrections that are completed after production. The navigation system provides full route guidance in the detailed map areas. Zoom Control The zoom control display is shown on the map view. A few ways to zoom in or out are: . Touch + or – to zoom in or out on the map. . Double tap with one finger to zoom in or single tap with two fingers to zoom out on the map. . Use the index finger and thumb to zoom out by pinching and then zoom in by spreading those two fingers on the map. Map Gestures and Map Scale Use the following gestures on the infotainment display to adjust the map scale and display options. . Pinch to zoom in or out. . Pan the map. . Use two fingers to tilt down and change from 2D to 3D. Tilt up to change back to 2D. . Rotate the map. See Using the System 0 131. Mute When in active guidance, the audio prompts while using navigation can be muted. Touch the speaker icon on the right side of the upper bar. A slash will appear on the speaker to indicate voice guidance is muted. Active Guidance View When a destination is chosen and a navigation session is active, the navigation system enters into an Active Guidance View (AGV). Map Orientation Touch A on the map to access map orientation settings. Map orientation is 3D Heading Up by default. Available settings are: . 3D Heading Up (Default): 3D map with the vehicle pointing up. In this mode, the current location icon will always head up and the map will rotate around it. . 2D Heading Up: 2D map with the vehicle pointing up. In this mode, the current location icon will always head up and the map will rotate around it. . 2D North 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 accordingly. Depending on the zoom level of the 2D Heading Up and 3D Heading Up maps, the system may automatically switch to the 2D North Up map. When in AGV, the entire route can be viewed in 2D North Up by touching the traffic bar. The map will zoom out and readjust to display the full route. When in 2D North Up Route View, the Recenter icon will appear in the middle of the display. Touch either the Recenter icon or the traffic bar again to return to the previous view, either 2D or 3D. Lane Guidance The map will display the lane information for the upcoming maneuver if it is available. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Infotainment System Junction View When a vehicle is on the highway and approaching the exit, an image displays the lane that the vehicle must stay in to complete the next maneuver. Quick-Turn View then touch Map Preferences to access Auto-Zoom. This feature can be enabled or disabled. 147 Highway Exits List Directions Touch the menu option next to the next turn street name to display Directions. Directions displays the turns and directions from the current location to the final destination. Editing Directions When the vehicle is approaching a turn with the next turn following in quick succession, a quick-turn list appears below the primary turn indicator. An audio prompt will announce the quick turn. Auto-Zoom When approaching a maneuver, the map will automatically zoom in to show both the vehicle icon and the upcoming maneuver to give a better view of the maneuver. Once the maneuver is complete, the system will zoom back to the previous zoom level. Touch A on the map to access Settings, Directions can be edited by choosing y, which expands the list to fill the display and enters the Edit Mode. While in Edit Mode, an unwanted route segment can be removed from the route by touching Y next to the segment. A pop-up appears to confirm segment removal. When the route segment has been removed, all segments are replaced by an activity indicator while the new route is recalculated. When the recalculation is complete, the activity indicator is replaced with the new route segments. Touch C to open the Exit list. This icon displays next to the current street name near the bottom of the display. The icon only appears when on a highway with defined exits. While traveling on roads with designated exits, an Exit list may be available. The Exit list displays the exit number, distance to the exit from the current vehicle position, and convenience stops that may be available, such as gas, coffee, food, and lodging. Next Maneuver Menu When in Active Guidance, the Next Maneuver Turn Arrow, Street Name, and Maneuver Distance are shown in the Next Maneuver at the top of the display overlaying the map. ETA, Distance to Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 148 Infotainment System Destination, and Traffic Indicator are displayed in a panel pinned on the right of the display. Navigation Next Turn Maneuver Alert If the Navigation application is not open when a near maneuver prompt is given, it is shown as an alert. Touch the alert to go to the main navigation view or touch z to dismiss the alert. Repeat Voice Guidance Incident Reports (If Equipped) Accessing Favorites Incident report icons, along with traffic flow data, display on the map during both active and inactive guidance. In the Nav application, view the Favorites list by touching H in the search bar along the top of the Nav map view. If the search bar is closed, touch } and select H. End Route Touch Cancel at the top right corner to end active guidance and return to inactive guidance. If active guidance is canceled before the destination has been reached, a pop-up option to Resume Trip will appear. Resume Trip The trip can be resumed if it was canceled by touching the Resume Trip pop-up option. This symbol indicates the next guidance maneuver. Touch it to repeat the last spoken guidance instruction. Incident Alert (If Equipped) During active guidance, if the system determines that there is an incident ahead but there is not a better route, the system will play a tone and show a Quick Notice. This will only show once per incident. If the system has determined that the destination has been reached, either because the arrival view displayed or the destination has been passed, the Resume Trip option will not appear. Favorites The navigation favorites can have contacts, addresses, or POIs that have been saved through the favorite icon on the details view. Saving Favorites Favorites can be added from a number of the system’s applications. Touch the favorites icon to save content as a favorite. Renaming Navigation Favorites 1. Touch the Settings icon on the Home Page and touch the System tab. 2. Touch Favorites to access the Manage Favorites option. 3. Touch a saved Navigation favorite to access the edit icon. Touch the edit icon to rename the favorite. 4. Touch Save to store the renamed favorite. Recents Touch H to access a list of recent destinations. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Infotainment System Recenter Position Icon Smart POI Icons on Map (If Equipped) Touch the Recenter Position arrow in the middle of the map view to reset the map to the current location. Show POI Icons To see the POI categories, touch Options, then touch Show on Map. Up to eight categories of icons can be selected. attempt to display nearby parking destinations with pricing information, if available. Report an Issue Using POI Details (If Equipped) Last Parked Location The Last Parked Location is the last location the vehicle engine was turned off. That location is displayed in the first row of the Recents list. Touching the last Parked Location shows the Address Details view to either save the address or drive to it. The Last Parked Location can be deleted by entering the Edit display. Once the Last Parked Location is deleted, it no longer appears in the Recents list, unless the vehicle is started at that location again. 149 The smart POI icons such as fuel stations and parking may appear based on time, location, driver search behavior, driving conditions, and vehicle conditions. Touch a smart POI icon to open the corresponding details: . Left side: Name and address of the POI. . Right side: E + ETE (Estimated Time Enroute.) Smart Fuel Station Icons Fuel station prices are shown if available for nearby stations when the vehicle is low on fuel. Smart Parking Icons When reaching a densely populated destination and the system determines that parking may be limited, the system will In the POI details page, a POI issue can be reported if the data is not accurate or the address is incorrect. Touch Report an Issue near the bottom of the display to access the issue selection page. Touch one of the predefined issues on the selection page, then touch Send. The system will send the information for analysis. Search Touch Search on the infotainment display to open the search display. It has a search field entry box, quick category icon shortcuts, recents icon, favorites icon, and keyboard. Auto Complete Enter a partial location in the field entry box on the search display. Auto complete will attempt to complete the destination based on what is being entered. Touch the suggested item to search. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 150 Infotainment System Search While in Motion with No Front Seat Passenger Present The search display will not allow changes or text input with the keyboard when the vehicle is in motion. As a result, a display showing three rows of the most commonly used categories appears. Touching the search box will activate speech recognition. Search While in Motion with 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 that allows the passenger to search for a destination as if the vehicle were stopped. Connected Navigation Connected Navigation is a subscription service that enables certain capabilities within the navigation system, such as Traffic, Smart Search/Routing, and Predictive Navigation capabilities. The system will show an alert when the subscription is expiring and will ask to renew the plan. Global Positioning System (GPS) Vehicle Positioning If equipped, the position of the vehicle is determined by using satellite signals, various vehicle signals, and map data. At times, the position of the vehicle on the map could be inaccurate due to one or more of the following reasons: . The road system has changed. . The vehicle is driving on slippery road surfaces such as sand, gravel, or snow. . The vehicle is traveling on winding roads or long, straight roads. . The vehicle is approaching a tall building or a large vehicle. . The surface streets run parallel to a freeway. . The vehicle has been transferred by a vehicle carrier or a ferry. . The current position calibration is set incorrectly. . The vehicle is traveling at high speed. . The vehicle changes directions more than once, or the vehicle is turning on a turn table in a parking lot. . The vehicle is entering and/or exiting a parking lot, garage, or a lot with a roof. . The GPS signal is not received. . A roof carrier is installed on the vehicle. . Tire chains are installed on the vehicle. . The tires are replaced or worn. At times, other interference such as the satellite condition, road configuration, condition of the vehicle, and/or other circumstances can affect the navigation system's ability to determine the accurate position of 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. This system might not be available or interference can occur if any of the following are true: . Signals are obstructed by tall buildings, trees, large trucks, or a tunnel. . Satellites are being repaired or improved. For more information if the GPS is not functioning properly, see Problems with Route Guidance 0 151 and If the System Needs Service 0 151. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Infotainment System . The tire pressure for the tires is incorrect. . This is the first navigation use after the map data is updated. . The 12-volt battery has been disconnected for several days. . The vehicle is driving in heavy traffic where driving is at low speeds, and the vehicle is stopped and started repeatedly. Problems with Route Guidance Inappropriate route guidance can occur under one or more of the following conditions: . The turn was not made on the road indicated. . Route guidance might 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 intersection. . Plural names of places might be announced occasionally. . It could take a long time to operate automatic rerouting during high-speed driving. . Automatic rerouting might display a route returning to the set waypoint if heading for a destination without passing through a set waypoint. . The route prohibits the entry of a vehicle due to a regulation by time or season or any other regulation which may be given. . Some routes might not be searched. . The route to the destination might not be shown if there are new roads, if roads have recently changed, or if certain roads are not listed in the map data. See Maps 0 143. To recalibrate the vehicle's position on the map, park with the vehicle running for two to five minutes, until the vehicle position updates. Make sure the vehicle is parked in a location that is safe and has a clear view of the sky and away from large obstructions. If the System Needs Service If the navigation system needs service, see your dealer. Map Data Updates The map data in the vehicle is the most up-to-date information available when the vehicle was produced. The map data is 151 updated periodically, provided that the map information has changed and the vehicle has a relevant service plan. Over-the-Air-Vehicle Map Updates If equipped, the infotainment system can receive map updates over the air. Map updates occur within a 161 km (100 mi) radius around the home address on file. This boundary will adjust over time based on driving patterns. The vehicle uses a Cloud-connected service to receive the date and downloads it to the system’s onboard SD card, if equipped. A data plan or compatible mobile device hotspot is required. The SD card is required for navigation system function. When a map update is available, a prompt will appear on the infotainment display. Once the update is accepted, it will download and run in the background without interruption any infotainment functions. The download will carry over ignition cycles, stopping and starting where it left off. The updates can be set to download automatically. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 152 Infotainment System See www.gmnavdisc.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. However, not all features within these areas are supported by voice commands. Generally, only complex tasks that require multiple manual interactions to complete are supported by voice commands. Database Coverage Explanations For example, tasks that take more than one or two touches, such as a song or artist to play from a media device, would be supported by voice commands. Other tasks, like adjusting the volume or seeking up or down, are audio features that are easily performed by touching one or two options, and are not supported by voice commands. Coverage areas vary with respect to the level of map detail available for any given area. Some areas feature greater levels of detail than others. If this happens, it does not mean there is a problem with the system. As the map data is updated, more detail can become available for areas that previously had limited detail. See Map Data Updates 0 151. Voice Recognition If equipped, voice recognition allows for hands-free operation within the navigation, audio, phone, and weather applications. This feature can be started by pressing g on the steering wheel or touching g on the infotainment display. In general there are flexible ways to speak commands for completing the tasks. If your language supports it, try stating a one-shot command, such as “Directions to address .” Do not include the ZIP code while stating the address during the command. Another example of a one-shot Destination Entry command is, “Directions to Place of Interest at .” If these commands do not work, try saying, “Take me to Place of Interest” or “Find address” and the system will walk you through by asking additional questions. Hybrid Speech Recognition If equipped, this feature helps distinguish words by using Internet-based information along with the system’s voice recognition database. This allows you to speak more naturally when using voice recognition. Using Voice Recognition Voice recognition becomes available once the system has been initialized. This begins when the ignition is turned on. Initialization may take a few moments. 1. Press g on the steering wheel controls to activate voice recognition. 2. The audio system mutes and the system plays a prompt. 3. Clearly speak 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 display and instrument cluster show the selections and visual dialog content. These displays can be turned on or off in the Tutorial Mode under Settings 0 163. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Infotainment System There are three voice prompt modes supported: . Informative verbal prompts: This type of prompt will provide more information regarding the supported actions. . Short prompts: This type of prompt will provide simple instructions about what can be stated. . Auto informative prompts: This type of prompt plays during the first few speech sessions, then automatically switches to the short prompt after some experience has been gained through using the system. If a command is not spoken, the voice recognition system says a help prompt. Prompts and Infotainment Displays While a voice recognition session is active, there may be corresponding options showing on the displays. A selection can be made by manually touching the option, or by speaking the number for the option to select. Manual interaction in the voice recognition session is permitted. Interaction during a voice session may be completed entirely using voice commands while some manual commands may expedite a task. If a selection is made using a manual control, the voice recognition dialog will progress in the same way as if the selection were made using a voice command. Once the system completes the task, or the session is terminated, the voice recognition dialog stops. An example of this type of manual intervention is touching an entry of a displayed number list instead of speaking the number associated with the entry desired. Canceling Voice Recognition . Touch or say “Cancel” or “Exit” to terminate the voice recognition session and show the display where voice recognition was initiated. i on the steering wheel controls to terminate the voice recognition session and show the display where voice recognition was initiated. . Press Natural Language Commands Most languages do not support natural language commands in sentence form. For those languages, use direct commands like the examples shown on the display. 153 Helpful Hints 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 prompt before saying a command or reply. . Speak the command naturally, not too fast, not too slow. . Use direct commands without a lot of extra words. For example, “Call at work,” “Play” followed by the artist or song name, or “Tune” followed by the radio station number. . Navigation destinations can be made in a single command using keywords. A few examples are: “I want directions to an address,” “I need to find a place of interest or (POI),” or “Find contact.” The system responds by requesting more details. For other POIs, say the name of a category like “Restaurants,” “Shopping Malls,” or “Hospitals.” . Navigating to a destination outside of the current country takes more than one command. The first command is to tell the system where the navigation will take Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 154 Infotainment System place, such as an Address, Intersection, POI, or Contact. If Address or Intersection is selected, the second command is to say, “Change Country.” Once the system responds, say the country before saying the rest of the address and/or intersection. If POI is asked for, say “Change Location,” then “Change Country.” Direct commands might be more clearly understood by the system. An example of a direct command would be “Call .” Examples of these direct commands are displayed on most of the screens while a voice session is active. If “Phone” or “Phone Commands,” is spoken, the system understands that a phone call is requested and will respond with questions until enough details are gathered to make a call. If a cell phone number has been saved with a name and a place, the direct command should include both, for example “Call at work.” Using Voice Recognition for List Options When a list is displayed, a voice prompt will ask to confirm or select an option from that list. When a display contains a list, there may be options that are available but not displayed. The list on a voice recognition screen functions the same as a list on other displays. Scrolling or flinging can be used to help display other entries from the list. Manually scrolling or paging 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 display to try again.” If manual selection takes more than 15 seconds, the session terminates and prompts that it has timed out. The display returns to the display where voice recognition was initiated. The Back Command Say “Back” or touch the Back icon on the infotainment display to go to the previous menu. If in voice recognition, and “Back” is spoken all the way back to the starting display, and then “Back” is spoken one more time, the voice recognition session will cancel. Help Say “Help” on any voice recognition display and the help prompt for the display is played. Voice Recognition for the Radio If browsing the audio sources when voice is touched, the voice recognition commands for AM, FM, and SiriusXM (if equipped) are available. “Switch to AM” : Switch bands to AM and tune to the last AM radio station. “Switch to FM” : Switch bands to FM and tune to the last FM radio station. “Switch to SXM” : Switch bands to SiriusXM and tune to the last SiriusXM channel. “Tune to AM” : Tune to the radio station whose frequency is identified in the command (like “nine fifty”). “Tune to FM” : Tune to the radio station whose frequency is identified in the command (like “one oh one point one”). “Tune to AM HD” : Tune to the HD Radio station (if equipped) whose frequency is identified in the command. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Infotainment System “Tune to FM HD” : Tune to the HD Radio station (if equipped) whose frequency is identified in the command. “Tune to FM HD ” : Tune to the HD Radio station (if equipped) whose frequency and HD channel are identified in the command. “Tune to SXM ” : Tune to the SiriusXM radio station whose channel number is identified in the command. “Tune to SXM ” : Tune to the SiriusXM radio station whose channel name is identified in the command. “Play Song” : Begin a dialog to enter a specific song name. “Play Episode” : Begin a dialog to enter a specific name. “Play Song ” : Begin playback of a specific song, if available. “Play Episode ” : Begin playback of a specific episode. “Play Genre” : Begin a dialog to enter a specific genre. “Play Podcast” : Begin a dialog to enter a specific podcast. “Play Genre ” : Begin playback of a specific genre. “Play Podcast ” : Begin playback of a specific podcast. “Play Playlist” : Begin a dialog to enter a specific playlist name. “My Media” : Begin a dialog to enter the desired media content. “Play Playlist ” : Begin playback of a specific playlist. Handling Large Amounts of Media Content The available voice recognition commands for [browsing] MyMedia are: “Play ” : Play music from a specific device identified by name. The device name is the name displayed on the display when the device is first selected as an audio source. “Play Artist” : Begin a dialog to enter a specific artist name. “Play Chapter” : Begin a dialog to enter a specific name. “Play Artist ” : Begin playback of a specific artist. “Play Chapter ” : Begin playback of a specific chapter. “Play Album” : Begin a dialog to enter a specific album name. “Play Audiobook” : Begin a dialog to enter a specific audiobook. “Play Album ” : Begin playback of a specific album. “Play Audiobook ” : Begin playback of a specific audiobook. Voice Recognition for Audio MyMedia 155 It is expected that large amounts of media content will be brought into the vehicle. It may be necessary to handle large amounts of media content in a different way than smaller amounts of media. The system may limit the options of voice recognition by not allowing selection of files by voice at the highest level if the number of files exceeds the maximum limit. Changes to voice commands due to media content limits are: . Files including other individual files of all media types such as songs, audiobook chapters, podcast episodes, and videos. . Album type folders including types such as albums and audiobooks. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 156 Infotainment System There are no restrictions if the number of files and albums is fewer than 12,000. When the number of files connected to the system is between 12,000 and 24,000, the content cannot be accessed directly with one command like “Play .” The restriction is that the command “Play Song” must be spoken first; 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 than 24,000, the content cannot be accessed directly with one command like, “Play .” The command “Play Album” must first be spoken; the system will then ask for the album name. The reply would be to say the name of the album to play. Once the number of files has exceeded approximately 24,000, there is no support for accessing the songs directly through voice commands. There will still be access to the media content by using commands for playlists, artists, and genres. The access commands for playlists, artists, and genres are prohibited after the number of this type of media exceeds 12,000. The system will provide feedback the first time voice recognition is initiated if it has become apparent that any of these limits are reached during a device initializing process. Voice recognition performance will degrade to some extent based on many factors when adding large amounts of data to recognize. If this is the case, perhaps accessing songs through playlists or artist name would work better. Voice Recognition for Navigation (If Equipped) “Navigation” : Begin a dialog to enter specific destination information. “Navigation Commands” : Begin a dialog to enter specific destination information. “Address” : Begin a dialog to enter a specific destination address, which includes the entire address consisting of the house number, street name, city, state/province, and country. Do not include the ZIP code. “Place of Interest” : Begin a dialog to enter a destination Place of Interest category or major brand name. The name must be precisely spoken. Nicknames or short names for the businesses will not likely be found. Lesser known businesses might have to be located by category, such as fast food, hotels, or banks. “Navigate to Contact” : Begin a dialog to enter a specific destination contact name. “Cancel Route” : End route guidance. “Take Me Home” : Create a route to a stored home location. Voice Recognition for the Phone “Call ” : Initiate a call to a stored contact. The command may include location if the contact has location numbers stored. “Call At Home,” “At Work,” “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 ” : Initiate a call to a cell phone number of seven digits, 10 digits, or three digit emergency numbers. “Pair Phone” : Begin the Bluetooth pairing process. Follow the instructions on the infotainment display. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Infotainment System “Redial” : Initiate a call to the last dialed number. Phone “Switch Phone” : Select a different connected cell phone for outgoing calls. Bluetooth (Overview) “Voice Keypad” : Begin a dialog to enter special numbers like international numbers. The numbers can be entered in groups of digits with each group of digits being repeated back by the system. If the group of digits is not correct, the command “Delete” will remove the last group of digits and allow them to be re-entered. Once the entire number has been entered, the command “Call” will start dialing the number. Phone Assistant Voice Recognition Press and hold g on the steering wheel controls to pass through and launch Google phone assistant or Siri. For the low radio, whether connected by Bluetooth or phone projection, the only available voice recognition is either Siri (iPhone) or the Google Assistant (Android). The Bluetooth-capable system can interact with many mobile devices, allowing: . Placement and receipt of calls in a hands-free mode. . Sharing of the device’s address book or contact list with the vehicle. To minimize driver distraction, before driving, and with the vehicle parked: . Become familiar with the features of the mobile device. Organize the phone book and contact lists clearly and delete duplicate or rarely used entries. If possible, program speed dial or other shortcuts. . Review the controls and operation of the infotainment system. . Pair mobile device(s) to the vehicle. The system may not work with all mobile devices. See “Pairing” later in this section. Vehicles with a Bluetooth system can use a Bluetooth-capable mobile device with a Hands-Free Profile to make and receive phone calls. The infotainment system and voice recognition are used to control the system. The system can be used while the 157 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 with the Bluetooth system. See my.buick.com for more information about compatible mobile devices. Controls Use the controls on the center stack and the steering wheel to operate the Bluetooth system. Steering Wheel Controls g : Press to answer incoming calls and start voice recognition on your connected Bluetooth mobile device. c : Press to end a call, decline a call, or cancel an operation. Press to mute or unmute the infotainment system when not on a call. Infotainment System Controls For information about how to navigate the menu system using the infotainment controls, see Using the System 0 131. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 158 Infotainment System Audio System When using the Bluetooth mobile device system, sound comes through the vehicle's front audio system speakers and overrides the audio system. The volume level while on a mobile device call can be adjusted by pressing the steering wheel controls or the volume control on the center stack. The adjusted volume level remains in memory for later calls. The volume cannot be lowered beyond a certain level. Bluetooth (Pairing and Using a Phone) Pairing A Bluetooth-enabled mobile device must be paired to the Bluetooth system and then connected to the vehicle before it can be used. See the mobile device manufacturer's user guide for Bluetooth functions before pairing the device. Pairing Information . If no mobile device has been connected, the Phone main page on the infotainment display will show the Connect Phone option. Touch this option to connect. . . . . . Another way to connect is to touch the Phones tab at the top right of the display and then touch Add Phone. A Bluetooth smartphone with music capability can be paired to the vehicle as a smartphone and a music player at the same time. Up to 10 devices can be paired to the Bluetooth system. The pairing process is disabled when the vehicle is moving. Pairing only needs to be completed once, unless the pairing information on the cell phone changes or the cell phone is deleted from the system. If multiple paired cell 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 which was used last. To link to a different paired cell phone, see “Linking to a Different Phone” later in this section. Pairing a Phone 1. Make sure Bluetooth has been enabled on the cell phone before the pairing process is started. 2. Touch the Phone icon on the Home Page or the phone icon on the shortcut tray near the bottom of the display. 3. Touch Phones at the top of the infotainment display. There is also a Connect Phones option in the middle of the Phone display which will shortcut to the Phone List menu. 4. Touch Add Phone. 5. Select the vehicle name shown on the infotainment display from your cell phone’s Bluetooth Settings list. 6. Follow the instructions on the cell phone to confirm the six-digit code showing on the infotainment display and touch Pair. The code on the cell phone and infotainment display will need to be acknowledged for a successful pair. 7. Start the pairing process on the cell phone to be paired to the vehicle. See the cell phone manufacturer's user guide for information on this process. Once the cell phone is paired, it will show under Connected. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Infotainment System 8. If the vehicle name does not appear on your cell phone, there are a few ways to start the pairing process over: . Turn the cell phone off and then back on. . Go back to the beginning of the Phone menus on the infotainment display and restart the pairing process. . Reset the cell phone, but this step should be done as a last effort. 9. If the cell phone prompts to accept connection or allow phone book download, touch Always Accept and Allow. The phone book may not be available if not accepted. 10. Repeat Steps 1−8 to pair additional cell phones. First to Connect Paired Phones If multiple paired cell phones are within range of the system, the system connects to the paired cell phone that is set as First to Connect. To enable a paired cell phone as the First to Connect phone: 1. Make sure the cell phone is turned on. 2. Touch Settings, then touch System. 3. Touch Phones to access all paired and all connected cell phones and mobile devices. 4. Touch 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 can be added, removed, connected, and disconnected. A sub-menu will display whenever a request is made to add or manage cell phones and mobile devices. Secondary Phone A cell phone can be enabled as a Secondary Phone by touching the information icon to the right of the paired cell phone name to open the phone settings menu. If a cell phone is enabled as a Secondary Phone, it can connect simultaneously alongside another Bluetooth mobile device. In doing so, the Secondary Phone will be labeled as Incoming Calls. This means the mobile device can only receive calls. The Address Book of a Secondary Phone will not be available and hands-free outgoing calls cannot be placed using this cell phone. 159 If needed, touch the Secondary Phone while in the Phones list to swap it into the Outgoing and Incoming role. This role makes it possible to place outgoing calls from the Contacts and Recents list. Listing All Paired and Connected Phones 1. Touch the Phone icon on the Home Page or the phone icon on the shortcut tray near the bottom of the display. 2. Touch Phones. Disconnecting a Connected Phone 1. Touch the Phone icon on the Home Page. 2. Touch Phones. 3. Touch the information icon next to the connected cell phone or mobile device to show the cell phone’s or mobile device’s information display. 4. Touch Disconnect. Deleting a Paired Phone 1. Touch the Phone icon on the Home Page or the phone icon on the shortcut tray near the bottom of the display. 2. Touch Phones. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 160 Infotainment System 3. Touch the information icon next to the connected cell phone to display the cell phone’s or mobile device’s information display. 4. Touch Forget Device. Linking to a Different Phone To link to a different cell phone, the new cell phone must be in the vehicle and paired to the Bluetooth system. 1. Touch the Phone icon on the Home Page or the phone icon on the shortcut 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 section. Switching to Handset or Handsfree Mode To switch between handset or handsfree mode: . While the active call is hands-free, touch the Handset option to switch to the handset mode. The mute icon will not be available or functional while Handset mode is active. . While the active call is on the handset, touch the Handset option to switch to the hands-free mode. Making a Call Using Contacts and Recent Calls Calls can be made through the Bluetooth system using personal cell phone contact information for all cell phones that support the Phone Book feature. Become familiar with the cell phone settings and operation. Verify the cell phone supports this feature. The Contacts menu accesses the phone book stored in the cell phone. The Recents menu accesses the recents call list from your cell phone. To 1. 2. 3. make a call using the Contacts menu: Touch the Phone icon on the Home Page. Touch Contacts. The Contacts list can be searched by using the first character. Touch A-Z on the infotainment display to scroll through the list of names. Touch the name to call. 4. Touch the desired contact number to call. To make a call using the Recents menu: 1. Touch Phone on the Home Page. 2. Touch Recents. 3. Touch the name or number to call. Making a Call Using the Keypad To make a call by dialing the numbers: 1. Touch the Phone icon on the Home Page. 2. Touch Keypad and enter a phone number. 3. Touch # on the infotainment display to start dialing the number. Searching Contacts Using the Keypad To search for contacts 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 the display. Touch one to place a call. Accepting or Declining a Call When an incoming call is received, the infotainment system mutes and a ring tone is heard in the vehicle. Accepting a Call There are two ways to accept a call: Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Infotainment System . Press g on the steering wheel controls. . Touch Answer on the infotainment display. Declining a Call There are two ways to decline a call: . Press c on the steering wheel controls. . Touch Ignore on the infotainment display. Call Waiting Call waiting must be supported on the Bluetooth cell phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier to work. Accepting a Call Three-Way Calling Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Three-way calling must be supported on the Bluetooth cell phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier to work. If equipped, Android Auto and/or Apple CarPlay capability may be available through a compatible smartphone. If available, the Android Auto and Apple CarPlay icons will change from gray to color on the Home Page of the infotainment display. To start a three-way call while in a current call: 1. In the Call View, touch Add Call to add another call. 2. Initiate the second call by selecting from Recents, Contacts, or Keypad. 3. When the second call is active, touch the merge icon to conference the three-way call together. Press g to answer, then touch Switch on the infotainment display. Ending a Call Declining a Call . Touch Press c to decline, then touch Ignore on the infotainment display Switching Between Calls (Call Waiting Calls Only) To switch between calls, touch Phone on the Home Page to display Call View. While in Call View, touch the call information of the call on hold to change calls. 161 . Press c on the steering wheel controls. # on the infotainment display, next to a call, to end only that call. Dual Tone Multi-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. To use Android Auto and/or Apple CarPlay: For Wired Phone Projection 1. Download the Android Auto app to your smartphone from the Google Play store. There is no app required for Apple CarPlay. 2. Connect your Android phone or Apple iPhone by using the factory-provided phone USB cable and plugging into a USB data port. For best performance, it is highly recommended to use the device’s factory-provided USB cable, which should be replaced after significant wear to maintain connection quality. Aftermarket or third-party cables may not work. 3. When the phone is first connected to activate Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, accept the terms and conditions on both the infotainment system and the phone. 4. Follow the instructions on the phone. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 162 Infotainment System The Android Auto and Apple CarPlay icons on the Home Page will illuminate depending on the smartphone. Android Auto and/or Apple CarPlay may automatically launch upon USB connection. If not, touch the Android Auto or Apple CarPlay icon on the Home Page to launch. Press { on the center stack to return to the Home Page. For Wireless Phone Projection Verify your phone is wireless compatible by visiting the Google Android Auto or Apple CarPlay support page. 1. Download the Android Auto app to your smartphone from the Google Play store. There is no app required for Apple CarPlay. 2. For first time connection, there are two ways to set up wireless projection: . Connect your Android phone or Apple iPhone by using the factory-provided phone USB cable and plugging into a USB data port. For best performance, it is highly recommended to use the device’s factory-provided USB cable, which should be replaced after significant wear to maintain connection quality. Aftermarket or third-party cables may not work. . Connecting the phone over Bluetooth. See Bluetooth (Overview) 0 157 or Bluetooth (Pairing and Using a Phone) 0 158. 3. Make sure wireless is turned on the phone for wireless projection to work. 4. When the phone is first connected to activate Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, agree to the terms and conditions on both the infotainment system and the phone. 5. Follow the instructions on the phone. The Android Auto and Apple CarPlay icons on the Home Page will illuminate depending on the smartphone. Android Auto and/or Apple CarPlay may automatically launch upon wireless connection. If not, touch the Android Auto or Apple CarPlay icon on the Home Page to launch. Wireless Carplay and/or Wireless Android Auto may experience occasional service disruption due to outside Wi-Fi interference. To disconnect the phones wireless projection: 1. Select Settings from the Home Page. 2. Select Phones 3. Touch 4 next to the phone to be disconnected. 4. Turn off Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. Press { on the center stack to return to the Home Page. Features are subject to change. For further information on how to set up Android Auto and Apple CarPlay in the vehicle, see my.buick.com. Android Auto is provided by Google and is subject to Google’s terms and privacy policy. Apple CarPlay is provided by Apple and is subject to Apple’s terms and privacy policy. Data plan rates apply. For Android Auto support and to see if your phone is compatible, see https://support.google.com/ androidauto. For Apple CarPlay support and to see if your phone is compatible, see www.apple.com/ios/carplay/. Apple or Google may change or suspend availability at any time. Android Auto, Android, Google, Google Play, and other marks are trademarks of Google Inc.; Apple CarPlay is a trademark of Apple Inc. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Infotainment System Press { on the center stack to exit Android Auto or Apple CarPlay. To enter back into Android Auto or Apple CarPlay, press and hold { on the center stack. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto can be disabled from the infotainment system. To do this, touch Home, Settings, and then touch the Apps tab along the top of the display. Use the On/Off toggled to turn off Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. Settings The settings menu may be organized into three categories. Select the desired category by touching System, Apps, or Vehicle. To access the menus: 1. Touch the Settings icon on the Home Page on the infotainment display. 2. Touch the desired category to display a list of available options. 3. Touch to select the desired feature setting. 4. Touch the options on the infotainment display to disable or enable a feature. 5. Touch z to go to the top level of the Settings menu. System The menu may contain the following: Time / Date Use the following features to set the clock: . Automatic Time and Date: Touch On to have the time and date automatically set. When this feature is off, the time and date can be manually set. . Set Time: Touch to manually set the time using the controls on the infotainment display. . Set Date: Touch to manually set the date using the controls on the infotainment display. . Automatic Time Zone: Touch Off or On to disable or enable automatic update of the time zone based on vehicle location. When this feature is on, the time zone cannot be manually set. . Select Time Zone: Touch to manually set the time zone. Touch a time zone from the list. . Use 24-hour Format: Touch to specify the clock format shown. 163 Touch Off 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 device source, disconnect a cell phone or media device, or delete a cell phone or media device. Wi-Fi Networks This will show connected and available Wi-Fi networks. If a 4G LTE data package is not active on the vehicle, the infotainment system can be connected to an external protected Wi-Fi network, such as a mobile device or home hotspot, to utilize connected services. Wi-Fi Hotspot Touch and the following may display: . Wi-Fi Services: This allows devices to use the vehicle hotspot. Touch the controls on the infotainment display to disable or enable. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 164 Infotainment System . Wi-Fi Name: Touch to change the vehicle Wi-Fi name. . Wi-Fi Password: Touch to change the vehicle Wi-Fi password. . Connected Devices: Touch to show connected devices. . Share Hotspot Data: Touch Enable to allow devices to use the vehicle hotspot and its data, or touch Disable to allow devices to only use the vehicle hotspot. Privacy If equipped, touch and the following may display: . Location Services: This setting determines if data sharing can be used by features including Wi-Fi, Hotspot, and applications. Touch Off to disable data services. Emergency services and phone calls, such as calls with OnStar Advisors or others, will not be affected when Off is selected. . Voice Recognition Sharing: This setting determines if voice commands can be shared with a cloud-based voice recognition system. Touch Off to prevent the sharing and possible recording of your voice commands with this system. This may limit the system’s ability to understand your voice commands and may disable some features. . Types: This setting lists all Android-defined as dangerous permissions currently used by the infotainment system, the number of applications that have requested this permission, and the number of applications that are allowed 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 shown. Display Touch and the following may display: . Mode: This adjusts the appearance of the navigation map view and any downloaded apps optimized for day or night time conditions. Set to Auto for the display to automatically adjust based on bright/dark conditions. Touch Auto, Day, or Night to adjust the display. . Calibrate Touchscreen: Touch to calibrate the infotainment display and follow the prompts. . Turn Display Off: Touch to turn the display off. Touch anywhere on the infotainment display or press any infotainment control on the center stack again to turn the display on. Sounds Touch and the following may display: . Maximum Startup Volume: This feature adjusts the maximum volume of the infotainment system when you start your vehicle. To set the maximum startup volume, touch the controls on the infotainment display to increase or decrease. . Audible Touch Feedback: This setting determines if a sound plays when touching the infotainment display or radio controls. This feature can be turned off or on. Voice Touch and the following may display: . Confirm More/Less: This setting specifies how often the voice recognition system confirms commands. Touch Confirm More to have the system check with you more often before acting on your commands. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Infotainment System . Prompt Length: This setting specifies the . . . . amount of detail the voice recognition system provides when giving you feedback. Touch Auto to have the system automatically adjust to your speech habits. Touch Informative, Short, or Auto. Audio Feedback Speed: Touch Slow, Medium, or Fast to adjust how quickly the voice recognition system speaks. Allow Prompt Interruptions: This setting controls whether voice commands can be spoken before voice prompts finish. Turn this on to speak commands without hearing the full prompt. Speaking while the prompt is still playing will immediately stop playing the current prompt and recognize your command. Background noise may cause accidental interruptions. Touch Off or 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 style. Tutorial Mode: Touch Off or On to provide tutorial feedback on the display. Favorites Touch and the following may display: . Manage Favorites: Touch to display a list of Audio, Mobile Devices. Favorites can be moved, renamed, or deleted. To move, touch and hold on the favorite, and then drag up or down to rearrange the position. . Set Number of Audio Favorites: Touch to select how many favorites pages can be viewed from the audio application. The Auto setting will automatically adjust this number based on the number of favorites you have saved. Touch Auto, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, or 40. Updates If equipped, the infotainment system can download and install select software updates over a wireless connection. The system will prompt for certain updates to be downloaded and installed. There is also an option to check for updates manually. To manually check for updates, touch Settings on the Home Page, followed by Software Information, and then System 165 Update. Follow the on-screen prompts. The steps to check for, download and install updates may vary by vehicle. Downloading Over-the-Air vehicle software updates requires internet connectivity, which can be accessed through the vehicle’s built-in 4G LTE connection, if equipped and active. If required, data plans are provided by a third party. Optionally, a secure Wi-Fi hotspot such as a compatible mobile device hotspot, home hotspot or public hotspot can be used. Applicable data rates may apply. To connect the infotainment system to a secured mobile device hotspot, home hotspot, or a public hotspot, touch Settings on the Home Page, select the System tab, followed by Wi-Fi Networks. Select the appropriate Wi-Fi network, and follow the on-screen prompts. Download speeds may vary. On most compatible mobile devices, activation of the Wi-Fi hotspot is in the Settings menu under Mobile Network Sharing, Personal Hotspot, Mobile Hotspot or similar. Availability of Over-the-Air software updates varies by vehicle and country. For more information on this feature, see my.buick.com/learn. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 166 Infotainment System Preferences Apps Audio Touch the controls on the infotainment display to disable or enable the download of new updates in the background. The menu may contain the following: Depending on the current audio source, different options will be available. Android Auto Touch to view the infotainment system software information. This feature allows you to interact directly with your mobile device on the infotainment display. See Apple CarPlay and Android Auto 0 161. Running Applications Touch Off or On. If equipped, touch to see a complete list of applications that are currently running on the infotainment system. Apple CarPlay About Return to Factory Settings Touch and the following may display: . Reset Vehicle Settings: Resets all vehicle settings for the current user. Touch Reset or Cancel. . Erase Settings and Personal Data: Erases app data settings, user profiles, and personal data including mobile device data. Touch Erase or Cancel. . Clear Default Applications: Resets preferred applications that have been set to open when selecting a function. No application data will be lost. Touch Clear or Cancel. This feature allows you to interact directly with your mobile device on the infotainment display. See Apple CarPlay and Android Auto 0 161. Touch Off or On. Apps Touch and the following may display: . Update Apps Automatically: This allows downloaded applications to be updated automatically. Touch the controls on the infotainment display to disable or enable. . About Apps: Touch to view the versions of the apps software. Touch and the following may display: . Tone Settings: Touch to adjust Equalizer, Fade/Balance, or Sound Mode. See “Infotainment System Sound Menu” in AM-FM Radio 0 133. . Auto Volume: This feature adjusts the volume based on the vehicle speed. Touch Off, Low, Medium-Low, Medium, Medium-High, or High. . Bose AudioPilot Noise Compensation Technology (If Equipped): This feature adjusts the volume based on the noise in the vehicle and the speed. Touch Off 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 to rearrange the position. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Infotainment System . Set Number of Audio Favorites: Touch to . . . . . select how many favorites pages can be viewed from the audio application. The Auto setting will automatically adjust this number based on the number of favorites you have saved. Touch Auto, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, or 40. RDS: This allows the Radio Data System (RDS) to be turned on or off. Touch the controls on the infotainment display to disable or enable. HD Radio: This allows HD Radio reception to be turned on or off. Touch the controls on the infotainment display to disable or enable. Explicit Content Filter: This setting allows access to explicit content SiriusXM channels. Touch Off or On. Manage Phones: Select to connect to a different phone source, disconnect a phone, or delete a phone. Reset Music Index: This allows the music index to be reset if you are having difficulty accessing all of the media content on your device. Touch Yes or No. Climate If equipped, touch and the following may display: . Auto Fan Speed: This setting specifies the amount of airflow when the climate control fan setting is Auto Fan. Touch Low, Medium, or High. . Auto Defog: This setting automatically turns the front defogger on when the vehicle engine is started. Touch the controls on the infotainment display to disable or enable. . Auto Rear Defog: This setting automatically turns the rear window defogger on when the vehicle engine is started. Touch the controls on the infotainment display to disable or enable. . Ionizer : This setting specifies the air quality improvement when the ionizer control setting is on. Touch Off or On. Navigation Touch and the following may display: . Set Up My Places . Map Preferences . . . . . . 167 Route Preferences Navigation Voice Control Traffic Preferences Alert Preferences Manage History About See Using the Navigation System 0 140. Phone Touch and the following may display: . My Number: Displays the cell phone . . . . number of the Bluetooth connected device. Active Call View: Shows active call display when answering a call. Touch the controls on the infotainment display to disable or enable. Privacy : Only show call alerts in cluster. Sort Contacts: Touch to sort by first or last name. Re-sync phone Contacts: This allows the device contacts to re-sync if you are having difficulty accessing all of the contacts on your cell phone. OnStar Phone TTY Mode: This enables OnStar cell phone TTY mode. Touch Disable or Enable. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 168 Infotainment System Vehicle Profile Identifiers Teen Driver This menu allows adjustment of different vehicle features. See Vehicle Personalization 0 114. Touch to have the vehicle recognize the identifier you choose. Personal If the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is lost or stolen, see your dealer. If equipped, this allows multiple keys to be registered for beginner drivers to encourage safe driving habits. When the vehicle is started with a Teen Driver key, it will automatically activate certain safety systems, allow setting of some features, and limit the use of others. The Report Card will record vehicle data about driving behavior that can be viewed later. When the vehicle is started with a registered key, the Driver Information Center (DIC) displays a message that Teen Driver is active. If equipped, this menu allows adjustment of different user profile settings. The menu may contain the following: Name Touch Vehicle Key 1 and/or Vehicle Key 2. Security Touch to have your profile secured with a PIN. Touch to edit your user name that will be displayed in the vehicle. Touch No or Yes. Vehicle Account Information Touch to edit your vehicle name. Touch to view the vehicle account information and to change the account password. Vehicle Account An “unverified user account” pop-up will display until the account information verification process has been completed on the Internet. Check your registered e-mail account for an activation e-mail to complete the verification process. Profile Picture Touch to choose or change your profile picture. Vehicle Name Touch to view the vehicle account information and to change the account password. Remove Profile Touch to remove the profile from the vehicle. Touch Remove or Cancel. To access: 1. Touch Settings on the Home Page, then touch Vehicle, and then Teen Driver. 2. Create a Personal Identification Number (PIN) by choosing a four-digit PIN. Re-enter the PIN to confirm. To change the PIN, touch Change PIN. The PIN is required to: . Register or unregister keys. . Change Teen Driver settings. . Change or clear the Teen Driver PIN. . Access or delete Report Card data. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Infotainment System Register keys to activate Teen Driver and assign restrictions to the key: Any vehicle key can be registered, up to a maximum of eight keys. Label the key to tell it apart from the 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. 3. From the Settings menu, touch Vehicle and then Teen Driver. 4. Enter the PIN. 5. Place the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter key you wish to register in the transmitter pocket. The key does not need to be the one that started the vehicle. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 7 for transmitter pocket location. 6. From the Teen Driver menu, touch Setup Keys. . If the transmitter key has not previously been registered, the option to add the key displays. Touch Setup and a confirmation message displays. Teen Driver restrictions will be applied whenever this key is used to operate the vehicle. . If the transmitter key has already been registered, the option to remove the key displays. If Remove is touched, the transmitter key is no longer registered. A confirmation message displays, and Teen Driver restrictions will not be applied if this transmitter key is used to operate the vehicle. In vehicles with a pushbutton start system, if a Teen Driver and a non-Teen Driver key are both present at start up, the vehicle will recognize the non-Teen Driver key to start the vehicle. The Teen Driver settings will not be active. For a keyed ignition 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. 3. From the Settings menu, touch Vehicle and then Teen Driver. 4. Enter the PIN. 169 5. Touch Setup Keys. The system displays instructions for registering or unregistering a key. A confirmation message displays. Manage Settings Audio Volume Limit : Allows the audio volume limit to be turned on or off. Touch Set Audio Volume Limit to choose the maximum allowable audio volume level. Set Audio Volume Limit : Allows a maximum radio volume to be set. Use the arrows to choose the maximum allowable level for the audio volume. Teen Driver Speed Limiter : Limits the maximum speed of the vehicle. When the speed limiter is turned on and the vehicle is started with a Teen Driver key, the DIC displays a message that the top speed is limited. 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 : Allows the speed warning to be turned on or off. Touch Set Teen Driver Speed Warning to set the warning speed. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 170 Infotainment System Set Teen Driver Speed Warning : Displays a warning in the DIC when exceeding a selectable speed. Choose the desired speed warning level. The speed warning does not limit the speed of the vehicle. SiriusXM Explicit Content Filter (if equipped) : Allows the SiriusXM Explicit Content Filter to be turned ON or OFF. When ON, the teen driver will not be able to listen to SiriusXM stations that contain explicit content, and the Explicit Content Filter selection in the Audio Settings will be unavailable for change. When Teen Driver is Active: . The radio will mute when the driver seat belt, and in some vehicles the front passenger seat belt, is not buckled. The audio from any device paired to the vehicle will also be muted. . If an object, such as a briefcase, handbag, grocery bag, laptop, or other electronic device, is on the front passenger seat, it could cause the radio to mute. If this happens, remove the object from the seat. See Passenger Sensing System 0 56. . Some safety systems, such as Forward Collision Alert, if equipped, cannot be turned off. They may include: Park Assist, Side Blind Zone Alert, Lane Change Alert, . . . . . Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Forward Collision Alert, Automatic Emergency Braking, Pedestrian Braking, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keep Assist, Daytime Running Lamps/Automatic Light Control, Traction Control, Stability Control, and Antilock Brakes. The gap setting for the Forward Collision Alert and Adaptive Cruise Control, if equipped, cannot be changed. When trying to change a safety feature that is not configurable in Teen Driver, the feature may be grayed out or removed from the infotainment menu, or the DIC will display a message indicating that Teen Driver is active and the action is not available. Super Cruise, if equipped, is not available. Enhanced Low Fuel Warning (if equipped) – When the vehicle is low on fuel, the low fuel light on the instrument cluster flashes and the DIC low fuel warning cannot be dismissed. Do not tow a trailer. Report Card The vehicle owner must secure the driver’s consent to record certain vehicle data when the vehicle is driven with a registered Teen Driver key. There is one Report Card per vehicle. Data is only recorded when a registered Teen Driver key is used to operate the vehicle. The Report Card data is collected from the time Teen Driver is activated or the last time the Report Card was reset. The following items may be recorded: . Distance Driven – the total distance driven. . Maximum Speed – the maximum vehicle speed detected. . Overspeed Warnings – the number of times the speed warning setting was exceeded. . Wide Open Throttle – the number of times the accelerator pedal was pressed nearly all the way down. . Forward Collision Alerts (if equipped) – the number of times the driver was notified when approaching a vehicle ahead too quickly and at potential risk for a crash. . Forward Automatic Braking, also called Automatic Emergency Braking (if equipped) – the number of times the vehicle detected that a forward collision was imminent and applied the brakes. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Infotainment System . Reverse Automatic Braking (if equipped) – . . . . the number of times the vehicle detected that a rearward collision was imminent and applied the brakes. Traction Control – the number of times the Traction Control System activated to reduce wheel spin or loss of traction. Stability Control – the number of events which required the use of electronic stability control. Antilock Braking System Active – The number of Antilock Brake System activations. Tailgating Alerts (if equipped) – the number of times the driver was alerted for following a vehicle ahead too closely. . From the Report Card display, touch Reset. . Touch Clear All Teen Keys and PIN from the Teen Driver menu. This will also unregister any Teen Driver keys and delete the PIN. Forgotten PIN To delete Report Card data, do one of the following: or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod or iPhone may affect wireless performance. iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, iPod shuffle, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. See your dealer to reset the PIN. Trademarks and License Agreements FCC Information See Radio Frequency Statement 0 349. Report Card Data Cumulative Data is saved for all trips until the Report Card is reset or until the maximum count is exceeded. If the maximum count is exceeded for a Report Card line item, that item will no longer be updated in the Report Card until it is reset. Each item will report a maximum of 1,000 counts. 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Air Delivery Mode Controls 179 Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 180 Climate Controls 3. 4. 5. 6. MAX Defrost Rear Window Defogger Fan Control Driver and Passenger Heated Seats (If Equipped) 7. Recirculation 8. A/C (Air Conditioning) ] : Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed or turn the fan off. Temperature Control : Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the temperature. 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 windshield more quickly. When the button is pressed again, the system returns to the previous mode setting. For best results, clear all snow and ice from the windshield before defrosting. A/C : Press to turn the air conditioning system on or off. If the climate control system is turned off or the outside temperature falls below freezing, the air conditioner will not run. Air Delivery Mode Controls : Press z, Y, or 6 to change the direction of the airflow. The indicator light in the button will turn on. Any combination of the three buttons can be selected. The indicator light in the button will turn on. @ : Press to turn on recirculation. An To change the current mode, select one or more of the following: K : Press to turn the rear window defogger z : Clears the windows of fog or moisture. Air is directed to the windshield. Y : Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets. indicator light comes on. Air is recirculated to quickly cool the inside of the vehicle or to reduce the entry of outside air and odors. Rear Window Defogger on or off. An indicator light on the button comes on to show that the rear window defogger is on. The defogger can be turned off by turning the ignition off or to ACC/ACCESSORY. If the vehicle is equipped with heated outside mirrors, they turn on when the rear window defogger button is on and help to clear fog or frost from the surface of the mirror. See Heated Mirrors 0 26. Caution Do not try to clear frost or other material from the inside of the front windshield and rear window with a razor blade or anything else that is 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 to heat the driver or passenger seat. See Heated Front Seats 0 40. Afterblow Feature If equipped, under certain conditions, the fan may stay on or may turn on and off several times after you turn off and lock the vehicle. This is normal. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Climate Controls Dual Automatic Climate Control System 181 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Fan Controls MAX Defrost Rear Window Defogger SYNC (Synchronized Temperature) Recirculation Driver and Passenger Heated Seats (If Equipped) 9. Air Delivery Mode Controls 10. ON/OFF (Power) 11. A/C (Air Conditioning) Automatic Operation The system automatically controls the fan speed, air delivery, air conditioning, and recirculation in order to heat or cool the vehicle to the desired temperature. When AUTO is lit, all four functions operate automatically. Each function can also be manually set and the selected setting is displayed. Functions not manually set will continue to be automatically controlled, even if the AUTO indicator is not lit. The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system. 1. Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls 2. AUTO (Automatic Operation) For automatic operation: 1. Press AUTO. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 182 Climate Controls 2. Set the temperature, allow the system time to stabilize, and adjust the temperature as needed. Driver and Passenger Temperature Control : The temperature can be adjusted separately for the driver and the passenger. Turn the knob clockwise 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 adjusted, the SYNC indicator light turns off. Manual Operation In addition to the controls on the center stack; the fan, air delivery mode, temperature, and other climate settings can be controlled by touching CLIMATE on the infotainment Home Page or the climate button in the application tray. ON/OFF : Press to turn the fan off or on. When off, no air will flow into the vehicle. Turning the fan on, pressing any other button, or turning a knob will turn the system back on using the current setting. 9 : Press to increase or decrease the fan speed. The fan speed setting appears on the main display. Pressing either button cancels automatic fan control and the fan is controlled manually. Press AUTO to return to automatic operation. Air Delivery Mode Controls : Press any combination of z, Y, or 6 to change the direction of the airflow. The indicator light in the button will turn on. The current mode appears in the display screen. Pressing any of the three buttons cancels automatic air delivery control and the direction of the airflow is controlled manually. Press AUTO to return to automatic operation. To change the current mode, select one or more of the following: z : Clears the windows of fog or moisture. Air is directed to the windshield. Y : Air 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 windshield more quickly. When the button is pressed again, the system returns to the previous mode setting. For best results, clear all snow and ice from the windshield before defrosting. A/C : Press to turn the air conditioning system on or off. If the climate control system is turned off or the outside temperature falls below freezing, the air conditioner will not run. Pressing this button cancels automatic air conditioning and turns off the air conditioner. Press AUTO to return to automatic operation and the air conditioner runs automatically as needed. When the indicator light is on, the air conditioner runs automatically to cool the air inside the vehicle or to dry the air needed to defog the windshield faster. @ : Press to turn on recirculation. An indicator light comes on. Air is recirculated to quickly cool the inside of the vehicle or to reduce the entry of outside air and odors. Auto Defog : The 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 Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Climate Controls turn on the air conditioner. The fan speed may slightly increase to help prevent fogging. If the climate control system does not detect possible window fogging, it returns to normal operation. To turn Auto Defog off or on, see “Climate and Air Quality” under Vehicle Personalization 0 114. Ionizer If equipped with an ionizer, this feature helps to clean the air inside the vehicle and remove contaminants such as pollen, odors, and dust. If the climate control system is on and the ionizer is enabled, Ionizer On will be displayed. To turn the ionizer on or off, see “Climate and Air Quality” under Vehicle Personalization 0 114. Rear Window Defogger K : Press to turn the rear window defogger on or off. An indicator light on the button comes on to show that the rear window defogger is on. The defogger only works when the ignition is on. The defogger can be turned off by turning the ignition to off or ACC/ACCESSORY. The rear window defogger can be set to automatic operation. See “Climate and Air Quality” under Vehicle Personalization 0 114. When auto rear defog is selected, the rear window defogger turns on automatically when the interior temperature is cold and the outside temperature is about 5 °C (41 °F) and below. The Auto Rear Defogger turns off automatically. If the vehicle is equipped with heated outside mirrors, they turn on when the rear window defogger button is on and help to clear fog or frost from the surface of the mirror. See Heated Mirrors 0 26 Caution Do not try to clear frost or other material from the inside of the front windshield and rear window with a razor blade or anything else that is 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 to heat the driver or passenger seat. See Heated Front Seats 0 40. 183 Remote Start Climate Control Operation (If Equipped) : If the vehicle is equipped with the remote start feature, the climate control system may run when the vehicle is started remotely. The system uses the driver’s previous settings to heat or cool 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 Start 0 13 and Heated Front Seats 0 40. Sensors The solar sensor on top of the instrument panel near the windshield monitors the solar heat. The climate control system uses the sensor information to adjust the temperature, fan speed, recirculation, and air delivery mode for best comfort. Do not cover the sensor; otherwise the automatic climate control system may not work properly. Afterblow Feature If equipped, under certain conditions, the fan may stay on or may turn on and off several times after you turn off and lock the vehicle. This is normal. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 184 Climate Controls Air Vents Use the louvers located on the air vents to change the direction of the airflow. To open or close off the airflow: . Move slider knobs away from the occupant for shut off closing. Operation Tips . Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from . . . . air inlets at the base of the windshield that could block the flow of air into the vehicle. Clear snow off the hood to improve visibility and help decrease moisture drawn into the vehicle, which may improve long term system performance. Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of the vehicle more effectively. Use of non-GM approved hood deflectors can adversely affect the performance of the system. Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of the vehicle. Do not attach any devices to the air vent slats. This restricts airflow and may cause damage to the air vents. Caution Use of air fresheners may cause permanent damage to plastics and painted surfaces. If an air freshener comes in contact with any plastic or painted surface in the vehicle, blot immediately and clean with a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution. Damage caused by air fresheners would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter The filter reduces dust, pollen, and other airborne irritants from outside air that is pulled into the vehicle. The filter should be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance. See Maintenance Schedule 0 325. See your dealer regarding replacement of the filter. Service All vehicles have a label underhood that identifies the refrigerant used in the vehicle. The refrigerant system should only be serviced by trained and certified technicians. The air conditioning evaporator should never be repaired or replaced by one from a salvage vehicle. It should only be replaced by a new evaporator to ensure proper and safe operation. During service, all refrigerants should be reclaimed with proper equipment. Venting refrigerants directly to the atmosphere is harmful to the environment and may also create unsafe conditions based on inhalation, combustion, frostbite, or other health-based concerns. The air conditioning system requires periodic maintenance. See Maintenance Schedule 0 325. Caution Damage caused by improper refrigerant usage could lead to costly repairs and may not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Refrigerant systems should only be serviced by qualified personnel. Always use the correct refrigerant. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Driving and Operating Driving and Operating Driving Information Driver Behavior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 Driving Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 Vehicle Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 Driving for Better Fuel Economy . . . . . . . 186 Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187 Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187 Impaired Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187 Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189 Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189 Driving on Wet Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191 If the Vehicle Is Stuck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 Starting and Operating New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195 Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196 Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197 Stop/Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198 Winter Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199 Engine Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) . . . . . . . 202 Shifting Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202 Shifting out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 Parking over Things That Burn . . . . . . . . 204 Extended Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204 Running the Vehicle While Parked . . . . 204 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205 Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206 Drive Systems All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207 Brakes Electric Brake Boost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208 Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . 208 Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208 Brake Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209 Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210 Ride Control Systems Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210 Cruise Control Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211 Adaptive Cruise Control ((Camera)) . . . . . 213 185 Driver Assistance Systems Driver Assistance Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222 Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224 Surround Vision System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225 Park Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226 Automatic Parking Assist (APA) . . . . . . . . 227 Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229 Assistance Systems for Driving . . . . . . . . 229 Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229 Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) . . . 231 Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233 Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . . 235 Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235 Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237 Fuel Top Tier Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238 Recommended Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 Prohibited Fuels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 Fuels in Foreign Countries . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 Fuel Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240 Filling a Portable Fuel Container . . . . . . . 241 Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 186 Driving and Operating Trailer Towing General Towing Information . . . . . . . . . . . 241 Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241 Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245 Towing Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248 Conversions and Add-Ons Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . . . . . . . . 249 Driving Information Driver Behavior Driving is an important responsibility. Driver behavior, the driving environment, and the vehicle's design all affect how well a vehicle performs. Being aware of these factors can help in understanding how the vehicle handles and what can be done to avoid many types of crashes, including a rollover crash. Most serious injuries and fatalities to unbelted occupants can be reduced or prevented by the use of seat belts. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly 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 of a crash. Driving Environment Be prepared for driving in inclement weather, at night, or during other times where visibility or traction may be limited, such as on curves, slippery roads, or hilly terrain. Unfamiliar surroundings can also have hidden hazards. Vehicle Design Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. This is because they have a higher ground clearance and a narrower track or shorter wheelbase than passenger cars. While these design characteristics provide the driver with a better view of the road, these vehicles do have a higher center of gravity than other types of vehicles. A utility vehicle does not handle the same as a vehicle with a lower center of gravity, like a car, in similar situations. Safe driver behavior and understanding of the environment can help avoid a rollover crash in any type of vehicle, including utility vehicles. Driving for Better Fuel Economy Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible. . Set the climate controls to the desired temperature after the engine is started, or turn them off when not required. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Driving and Operating . On AWD vehicles, see All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . 0 207. Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly. Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops. Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time. When road and weather conditions are appropriate, use cruise control. Always follow posted speed limits or drive more slowly when conditions require. Keep vehicle tires properly inflated. Combine several trips into a single trip. Replace the vehicle's tires with 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 of driving. Exercise good judgment and do not let other activities divert your attention away from the road. Many local governments have enacted laws regarding driver distraction. Become familiar with the local laws in your area. To avoid distracted driving, keep your eyes on the road, keep your hands on the steering wheel, and focus your attention on driving. . Do not use a phone in demanding driving situations. Use a hands-free method to place or receive necessary phone calls. . Watch the road. Do not read, take notes, or look up information on phones or other electronic devices. . Designate a front seat passenger to handle potential distractions. . Become familiar with vehicle features before driving, such as programming favorite radio stations and adjusting climate control and seat settings. Program all trip information into any navigation device prior to driving. . Wait until the vehicle is parked to retrieve items that have fallen to the floor. . Stop or park the vehicle to tend to children. . Keep pets in an appropriate carrier or restraint. . Avoid stressful conversations while driving, whether with a passenger or on a cell phone. 187 { Warning Taking your eyes off the road too long or too often could cause a crash resulting in injury or death. Focus your attention on driving. Refer to the infotainment section for more information on using that system and the navigation system, if equipped, including pairing and using a cell phone. Defensive Driving Defensive driving means “always expect the unexpected.” The first step in driving defensively is to wear the seat belt. See Seat Belts 0 43. . Assume that other road users (pedestrians, bicyclists, and other drivers) are going to be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they may do and be ready. . Allow enough following distance between you and the driver in front of you. . Focus on the task of driving. Impaired Driving Death and injury associated with impaired driving is a global tragedy. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 188 Driving and Operating { Warning Drinking alcohol or taking drugs and then driving is very dangerous. Your reflexes, perceptions, attentiveness, and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol or drugs. You can have a serious — or even fatal — collision if you drive after drinking or taking drugs. Do not drive while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or ride with a driver who has been drinking or is impaired by drugs. Find alternate transportation home; or if you are with a group, designate a driver who will remain sober. Control of a Vehicle Average driver reaction time is about three-quarters of a second. In that time, a vehicle moving at 100 km/h (60 mph) travels 20 m (66 ft), which could be a lot of distance in an emergency. Helpful braking tips to keep in mind include: . Keep enough distance between you and the vehicle in front of you. . Avoid needless heavy braking. . Keep pace with traffic. 3 km/h (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. If the engine ever stops while the vehicle is being driven, brake normally but do not pump the brakes. Doing so could make the pedal harder to push down. If the engine stops, there will be some power brake assist but it will be used when the brake is applied. Once the power assist is used up, it can take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push. Braking, steering, and accelerating are important factors in helping to control a vehicle while driving. Steering Braking Electric Power Steering Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. Deciding to push the brake pedal is perception time. Actually doing it is reaction time. Caution (Continued) The vehicle has electric power steering. It does not have power steering fluid. Regular maintenance is not required. Caution To avoid damage to the steering system, do not drive over curbs, parking barriers, or similar objects at speeds greater than (Continued) If power steering assist is lost due to a system malfunction, the vehicle can be steered, but may require increased effort. If the steering assist is used for an extended period of time while the vehicle is not moving, power assist may be reduced. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Driving and Operating If the steering wheel is turned until it reaches the end of its travel and is held against that position for an extended period of time, power steering assist may be reduced. Off-Road Recovery There are three types of skids that correspond to the vehicle's three control systems: . Braking Skid — wheels are not rolling. . Steering or Cornering Skid — too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force. . Acceleration Skid — too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin. See your dealer if there is a problem. Curve Tips . Take curves at a reasonable speed. . Reduce speed before entering a curve. . Maintain a reasonable steady speed Steering in Emergencies . There are some situations when steering around a problem may be more effective than braking. . Holding both sides of the steering wheel allows you to turn 180 degrees without removing a hand. . The Antilock Brake System (ABS) allows steering while braking. Loss of Control Skidding Normal use of the power steering assist should return when the system cools down. through the curve. . Wait until the vehicle is out of the curve before accelerating gently into the straightaway. 189 The vehicle's right wheels can drop off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while driving. Follow these tips: 1. Ease off the accelerator 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 contacts the pavement edge. 3. Turn the steering wheel to go straight down the roadway. Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions, and by not overdriving those conditions. But skids are always possible. If the vehicle starts to slide, follow these suggestions: . Ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and steer the way you want the vehicle to go. The vehicle may straighten out. Be ready for a second skid if it occurs. . Slow down and adjust your driving according to weather conditions. Stopping distance can be longer and vehicle control can be affected when traction is reduced by water, snow, ice, gravel, or other material on the road. Learn to recognize Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 190 Driving and Operating warning clues — such as enough water, ice, or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface — and slow down when you have any doubt. . Try to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, or braking, including reducing vehicle speed by shifting to a lower gear. Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide. Remember: Antilock brakes help avoid only the braking skid. Driving on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction and affect your ability to stop and accelerate. Always drive slower in these types of driving conditions 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. You could lose control of the vehicle. (Continued) Warning (Continued) After driving through a large puddle of water or a car/vehicle wash, lightly apply the brake pedal until the brakes work normally. Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces. Driving through flowing water could cause the vehicle to be carried away. If this happens, you and other vehicle occupants could drown. Do not ignore police warnings and be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water. Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water can build up under the vehicle's tires so they actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast enough. When the vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road. There is no hard and fast rule about hydroplaning. The best advice is to slow down when the road is wet. Other Rainy Weather Tips Besides slowing down, other wet weather driving tips include: . Allow extra following distance. . Pass with caution. . Keep windshield wiping equipment in good shape. . Keep the windshield washer fluid reservoir filled. . Have good tires with proper tread depth. See Tires 0 287. . Turn off cruise control. . Activate All-Wheel Drive (AWD) mode. See All-Wheel Drive 0 207. Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on flat or rolling terrain. Tips include: . Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape. . Check all fluid levels and brakes, tires, cooling system, and transmission. . Shift to a lower gear when going down steep or long hills. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Driving and Operating { Warning Using the brakes to slow the vehicle on a long downhill slope can cause brake overheating, can reduce brake performance, and could result in a loss of braking. Shift the transmission to a lower gear to let the engine 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 have the engine running and the vehicle in gear. . Drive at speeds that keep the vehicle in its own lane. Do not swing wide or cross the center line. . Be alert on top of hills; something could be in your lane (e.g., stalled car, crash). . Pay attention to special road signs (e.g., falling rocks area, winding roads, long grades, passing or no-passing zones) and take appropriate action. . Select All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Mode. See All-Wheel Drive 0 207. Winter Driving Driving on Snow or Ice Snow or ice between the tires and the road creates less traction or grip, so drive carefully. Wet ice can occur at about 0 °C (32 °F) when freezing rain begins to fall. Avoid driving on wet ice or in freezing rain until roads can be treated. For Slippery Road Driving: . Accelerate gently. Accelerating too quickly causes the wheels to spin and makes the surface under the tires slick. . Turn on Traction Control. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 210. . The Antilock Brake System (ABS) improves vehicle stability during hard stops, but the brakes should be applied sooner than when on dry pavement. See Antilock Brake System (ABS) 0 208. . Allow greater following distance and watch for slippery spots. Icy patches can occur on otherwise clear roads in shaded areas. The surface of a curve or an overpass can remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear. Avoid sudden steering maneuvers and braking while on ice. 191 . Turn off cruise control. . Select All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Mode. See All-Wheel Drive 0 207. Blizzard Conditions Stop the vehicle in a safe place and signal for help. Stay with the vehicle unless there is help nearby. If possible, use Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program 0 344. To get help and keep everyone in the vehicle safe: . Turn on the hazard warning flashers. . Tie a red cloth to an outside mirror. { Warning Snow can trap engine exhaust under the vehicle. This may cause exhaust gases to get inside. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO), which cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If the vehicle is stuck in snow: . Clear snow from the base of the vehicle, especially any blocking the exhaust pipe. (Continued) Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 192 Driving and Operating Warning (Continued) . Open a window about 5 cm (2 in) on the vehicle side that is away from the wind, to bring in fresh air. . Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel. . Adjust the climate control system to circulate the air inside the vehicle and set the fan speed to the highest setting. See “Climate Control Systems.” For more information about CO, see Engine Exhaust 0 204. To save fuel, run the engine for short periods to warm the vehicle and then shut the engine off and partially close the window. Moving about to keep warm also helps. If it takes time for help to arrive, when running the engine, push the accelerator pedal slightly so the engine runs faster than the idle speed. This keeps the battery charged to restart the vehicle and to signal for help with the headlamps. Do this as little as possible, to save fuel. If the Vehicle Is Stuck Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to free the vehicle when stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. If stuck too severely for the traction system to free the vehicle, turn the traction system off and use the rocking method. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 210. { Warning If the vehicle's tires spin at high speed, they can explode, and you or others could be injured. The vehicle can overheat, causing an engine compartment fire or other damage. Spin the wheels as little as possible and avoid going above 56 km/h (35 mph). If equipped, select All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Mode. See All-Wheel Drive 0 207. Rocking the Vehicle to Get it Out Turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area around the front wheels. Turn off any traction system. Shift back and forth between R (Reverse) and a low forward gear, spinning the wheels as little as possible. To prevent transmission wear, wait until the wheels stop spinning before shifting gears. Release the accelerator pedal while shifting, and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear. Slowly spinning the wheels in the forward and reverse directions causes a rocking motion that could free the vehicle. If that does not get the vehicle out after a few tries, it might need to be towed out. If the vehicle does need to be towed out, see Towing the Vehicle 0 312. Vehicle Load Limits It is very important to know how much weight the vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo, and all nonfactory-installed options. Two labels on the vehicle may show how much weight it may properly carry, the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certification/Tire label. { Warning Do not load the vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), or either the maximum (Continued) Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Driving and Operating Warning (Continued) front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). This can cause systems to break and change the way the vehicle handles. This could cause loss of control and a crash. Overloading can also reduce stopping performance, damage the tires, and shorten the life of the vehicle. Tire and Loading Information Label Example Label A vehicle-specific Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the center pillar (B-pillar). The tire and loading information label shows the number of occupant seating positions (1), and the maximum vehicle capacity weight (2) in kilograms and pounds. The Tire and Loading Information label also shows the size of the original equipment tires (3) and the recommended cold tire inflation pressures (4). For more information on tires and inflation see Tires 0 287 and Tire Pressure 0 293. There is also important loading information on the vehicle Certification/Tire label. It may show the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for the front and rear axle. See “Certification/Tire Label” later in this section. “Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit– 1. Locate the statement "The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs." on your vehicle’s placard. 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs. 193 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the "XXX" amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400-750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.) 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated 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 capacity of your vehicle.” See Trailer Towing 0 245 for important information on towing a trailer, towing safety rules and trailering tips. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 194 Driving and Operating Example 1 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). 2. Subtract Occupant Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) × 2 = 136 kg (300 lbs). 3. Available Occupant and Cargo Weight = 317 kg (700 lbs). Example 2 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). 2. Subtract Occupant Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) × 5 = 340 kg (750 lbs). 3. Available Cargo Weight = 113 kg (250 lbs). Example 3 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). 2. Subtract Occupant Weight @ 91 kg (200 lbs) × 5 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). 3. Available Cargo Weight = 0 kg (0 lbs). Refer to the vehicle's tire and loading information label for specific information about the vehicle's capacity weight and seating positions. The combined weight of the driver, passengers, and cargo should never exceed the vehicle's capacity weight. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Driving and Operating Certification/Tire Label front and rear axles, weigh the vehicle at a weigh station. Your dealer can help with this. Be sure to spread the load equally on both sides of the centerline. Caution Overloading the vehicle may cause damage. Repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not overload the vehicle. { Warning Label Example A vehicle-specific Certification/Tire label is attached 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 gross weight capacity of the vehicle. This is called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and cargo. The Certification/Tire label may also show the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). To find out the actual loads on the Things inside the vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. . Put things in the cargo area of the vehicle. In the cargo area, put them as far forward as possible. Try to spread the weight evenly. . Never stack heavier things, like suitcases, inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats. . Do not leave an unsecured child restraint in the vehicle. . Secure loose items in the vehicle. (Continued) 195 Warning (Continued) . Do not leave a seat folded down unless 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 one constant speed, fast or slow, for the first 800 km (500 mi). Do not make full-throttle starts. Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle. . Avoid making hard stops for the first 300 km (200 mi) or so. During this time the new brake linings are not yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake linings. (Continued) Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 196 Driving and Operating Caution (Continued) Ignition Positions . Do not tow a trailer during break-in. If the vehicle is in P (Park), the ignition will turn off, and Retained Accessory Power (RAP) will remain active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 202 See Trailer Towing 0 245 for the trailer towing capabilities of the vehicle and more information. Following break-in, engine speed and load can be gradually increased. On new vehicles, the various mechanical and electrical systems experience a “break-in” period during the first 6,400 km (4,000 miles) of routine driving. As the vehicle is driven, the mechanical systems adjust to provide optimal fuel economy and transmission shift performance. Electrical systems will adapt and calibrate during the break-in period. A one-time occurrence of clicks and similar vehicle noises is normal during this process. Normal driving charges the vehicle’s battery to achieve the best operation of the vehicle, including fuel economy and the Stop/Start System. See Stop/Start System 0 198. To shift out of P (Park), the vehicle must be on and the brake pedal must be applied. If the vehicle is not in P (Park), the ignition will return to ACC/ACCESSORY and display the message SHIFT TO PARK in the Driver Information Center (DIC). When the vehicle is shifted into P (Park), the ignition system will turn off. The vehicle has an electronic keyless ignition with pushbutton start. The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter must be in the vehicle for the system to operate. If the pushbutton start is not working, the vehicle may be near a strong radio antenna signal causing interference to the Keyless Access system. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 7. Stopping the Engine/Off (No Indicator Lights) When the vehicle is stopped, press ENGINE START/STOP once to turn the engine off. The vehicle may have an electric steering column lock. The lock is activated when the vehicle is turned off and either front door is opened. 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 from left to right while attempting to start the vehicle. If this does not work, the vehicle needs service. Do not turn the engine off when the vehicle is moving. This will cause a loss of power assist in the brake and steering systems and disable the airbags. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Driving and Operating If the vehicle must be turned off in an emergency: 1. Brake using a firm and steady pressure. Do not pump the brakes repeatedly. This may deplete power assist, requiring increased brake pedal force. 2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). This can be done while the vehicle is moving. After shifting to N (Neutral), firmly apply the brakes and steer the vehicle to a safe location. 3. Come to a complete stop. Shift to P (Park) and turn the ignition off. 4. Set the electric parking brake. See Electric Parking Brake 0 208 { Warning Turning off the vehicle while moving may cause loss of power assist in the brake and steering systems and disable the airbags. While driving, only shut the vehicle off in an emergency. If the vehicle cannot be pulled over and must be turned off while driving, press and hold ENGINE START/ STOP for longer than two seconds, or press twice in five seconds. ACC/ACCESSORY (Amber Indicator Light) This mode allows you to use some electrical accessories when the engine is off. With the ignition off, pressing the button one time without the brake pedal applied will place the ignition system in ACC/ ACCESSORY. The ignition will switch from ACC/ ACCESSORY to OFF after five minutes to prevent battery rundown. ON/RUN/START (Green Indicator Light) This mode is for driving and starting. With the ignition off and the brake pedal applied, pressing the button once will place the ignition system in ON/RUN/START. Once engine cranking begins, release the button. Engine cranking will continue until the engine starts. See Starting the Engine 0 197. The ignition will then remain on. Service Mode This power mode is available for service and diagnostics, and to verify the proper operation of the malfunction 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 197 the vehicle in Service Mode. The instruments and audio systems will operate when the vehicle is on, but the vehicle will not be able to be driven. The engine will not start in Service Mode. Press the button again to turn the vehicle off. Starting the Engine Move the shift lever to P (Park) or N (Neutral). The engine will not start in any other position. To restart the engine when the vehicle is already moving, use N (Neutral) only. Caution Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the vehicle is moving. If you do, you could damage the transmission. Shift to P (Park) only when the vehicle is stopped. Caution If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates. Any resulting damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. See Add-On Electrical Equipment 0 249. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 198 Driving and Operating Gasoline Engine Starting Procedure 1. With the Keyless Access system, the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter must be in the vehicle. Press ENGINE START/STOP with the brake pedal applied. When the engine begins cranking, let go of the button. The idle speed will go down as the engine gets warm. Do not race the engine immediately after starting it. If the RKE transmitter is not in the vehicle, if there is interference, or if the RKE battery is low, a Driver Information Center (DIC) will display a message. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 7 Caution Cranking the engine for long periods of time, by returning the ignition to the START position immediately after cranking has ended, can overheat and damage the cranking motor, and drain the battery. Wait at least 15 seconds between each try, to let the cranking motor cool down. 2. If the engine does not start after five to 10 seconds, especially in very cold weather (below −18 °C or 0 °F), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you press ENGINE START/ STOP. 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. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. Do not race the engine immediately after starting it. Operate the engine and transmission gently until the oil warms up and lubricates all moving parts. Stop/Start System The Stop/Start system will shut off the engine to help conserve fuel. It has components designed for the increased number of starts. { Warning The automatic engine Stop/Start feature causes the engine to shut off while the vehicle is still on. Do not exit the vehicle before shifting to P (Park). The vehicle may restart and move unexpectedly. Always shift to P (Park), and then turn the ignition off before exiting the vehicle. Auto Engine Stop/Start When the brakes are applied and the vehicle is at a complete stop, the engine may turn off. When stopped, the tachometer displays AUTO STOP. See Tachometer 0 94. When the brake pedal is released or the accelerator pedal is pressed, the engine will restart. To maintain vehicle performance, other conditions may cause the engine to automatically restart before the brake pedal is released. Auto Stops may not occur and/or auto restarts may occur because: . The climate control settings require the engine to be running to cool or heat the vehicle interior. . The vehicle battery needs to charge. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Driving and Operating . The vehicle battery has recently been . . . . . . . . . . disconnected. Minimum vehicle speed has not been reached since the last Auto Stop. The accelerator pedal is pressed. The engine or transmission is not at the required operating temperature. The outside temperature is not in the required operating range. The vehicle transmission is shifted out of D (Drive) to any gear other than P (Park). Certain driver modes have been selected. The vehicle is on a steep hill or grade. The driver door has been opened or driver seat belt has been unbuckled. The hood has been opened. The Auto Stop has reached the maximum allowed time. Auto Stop Disable Switch The automatic engine stop/start feature can be disabled and enabled by pressing the switch with the h symbol. Auto Stop is enabled each time you start the vehicle. When the indicator above the system is disabled. h is illuminated, Winter Cover If equipped, the winter cover can be used to enhance heater performance in extremely cold conditions below −0 °C (32 °F). The winter cover installs over the grille and restricts airflow to the engine compartment. 199 Usage Guidelines The winter cover should only be used while operating the vehicle in extremely cold temperatures or in heavy snow for extended periods. In these temperatures, the vehicle does not need a large amount of air to properly cool the engine. When more airflow is required to cool the vehicle, the winter cover should not be used. The following usage guidelines will allow adequate airflow for proper radiator and air cooler performance: . Do not use the winter cover if towing a trailer. The vehicle may overheat if the radiator is covered while towing. . Do not modify the cover. The winter cover does not cover some sections of the front of the vehicle to provide enough airflow. . Keep the underside of the winter cover as clean as possible. 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/sealant type products as they Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 200 Driving and Operating may damage the special finish. Allow the winter cover to dry completely before reinstalling. Installation Instructions When first trying to fit the cover, it may appear to be undersized but will stretch during installation to ensure a tight fit. The initial installation of the cover is best performed when the winter cover is warm. Base Model with License Plate ST Model with License Plate 1. Center grille cover and make sure that it is positioned correctly. Base Model ST Model Base Model Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Driving and Operating 201 Engine Heater Base Model with License Plate ST Model with License Plate 2. Push plastic hooks back to engage grille slats. 3. Repeat for all hooks to fully engage cover to grille. 4. Make sure all clips remain engaged during installation. Cover should be stretched to a tight fit when properly installed. ST Model { Warning Do not plug in the engine block heater while the vehicle is parked in a garage or under a carport. Property damage or personal injury may result. Always park the vehicle in a clear open area away from buildings or structures. The engine heater, if available, can help in cold weather conditions at or below −18 °C (0 °F) for easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Plug in the engine heater at least four hours before Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 202 Driving and Operating starting 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 the heater cord from the rear compartment. 3. Check the heater cord for damage. If it is damaged, do not use it. See your dealer for a replacement. Inspect the cord for damage yearly. 4. Plug the cord into the receptacle in the front fascia. 5. Plug the other end of the cord into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet. { Warning Improper use of the heater cord or an extension cord can damage the cord and may result in overheating and fire. . Plug the cord into a three-prong electrical utility receptacle that is protected by a ground fault detection function. An ungrounded outlet could cause an electric shock. (Continued) Warning (Continued) . Use a weatherproof, heavy-duty, 15 amp-rated extension cord if needed. Failure to use the recommended extension cord in good operating condition, or using a damaged heater or extension cord, could make it overheat and cause a fire, property damage, electric shock, and injury. . Do not operate the vehicle with the heater cord permanently attached to the vehicle. Possible heater cord and thermostat damage could occur. . While in use, do not let the heater cord touch vehicle parts or sharp edges. Never close the hood on the heater cord. . Before starting the vehicle, unplug the cord, reattach the cover to the plug, and securely fasten the cord. Keep the cord away from any moving parts. The length of time the heater should remain plugged in depends on several factors. Ask a dealer in the area where you will be parking the vehicle for the best advice on this. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) When the ignition is turned from on to off, the following 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 . Power Windows (during RAP this functionality will be lost when any door is opened) . Sunroof (during RAP this functionality will be lost when any door is opened) . Auxiliary Power Outlet . Audio System . OnStar System Shifting Into Park { Warning It can be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. The vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. (Continued) Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Driving and Operating Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) To be sure the vehicle will not move, even when you are on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow. If you are pulling a trailer, see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips 0 241 Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure the vehicle will not move, even when you are on fairly level ground, always set the parking brake and shift to P (Park). See Shifting Into Park 0 202. If you are towing a trailer, see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips 0 241. To shift into P (Park): 1. Hold the brake pedal down and set the parking brake. See Electric Parking Brake 0 208 2. Hold the button on the shift lever and push the lever toward the front of the vehicle into P (Park). 3. Turn the ignition off. Leaving the Vehicle with the Engine Running { Warning It can be dangerous to leave the vehicle with the engine running. It could overheat and catch fire. It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the vehicle is not in P (Park) with the parking brake set. The vehicle can roll. (Continued) If you have to leave the vehicle with the engine running, the vehicle must be in P (Park) and 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 pawl in the transmission. This happens when parking on a hill and shifting the transmission into P (Park) is not done properly and then it is difficult to shift out of P (Park). To prevent torque lock, set the 203 parking brake and then shift into P (Park). To find out how, see Shifting Into Park 0 202 listed previously. If torque lock does occur, the vehicle may need to be pushed uphill by another vehicle to relieve the parking pawl pressure, so you can shift out of P (Park). Shifting out of Park To 1. 2. 3. 4. shift out of P (Park): Apply the brake pedal. Turn the ignition on. Press the shift lever button. Move the shift lever. If you still are unable to shift out of P (Park): 1. Fully release the shift lever button. 2. Hold the brake pedal down and press the shift lever button again. 3. Move the shift lever. If you still cannot move the shift lever from P (Park), see your dealer for service. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 204 Driving and Operating Parking over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust { Warning Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under the vehicle and ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves, dry grass, or other things that can burn. Extended Parking It is best not to park with the vehicle running. If the vehicle is left running, be sure it will not move and there is adequate ventilation. See Shifting Into Park 0 202 and Engine Exhaust 0 204. If the vehicle is left parked and running with the RKE transmitter outside the vehicle, it will continue to run for up to 20 minutes. If the vehicle is left parked and running with the RKE transmitter inside the vehicle, it will continue to run for up to 60 minutes. The vehicle could turn off sooner if it is parked on a hill, due to lack of available fuel. The timer will reset if the vehicle is taken out of P (Park) while it is running. { Warning Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO), which cannot be seen or smelled. Exposure to CO can cause unconsciousness and even death. Exhaust may enter the vehicle if: . The vehicle idles in areas with poor . . . . ventilation (parking garages, tunnels, deep snow that may block underbody airflow or tail pipes). The exhaust smells or sounds strange or different. The exhaust system leaks due to corrosion or damage. The vehicle exhaust system has been modified, damaged, or improperly repaired. There are holes or openings in the vehicle body from damage or aftermarket modifications that are not completely sealed. (Continued) Warning (Continued) If unusual fumes are detected or if it is suspected that exhaust is coming into the vehicle: . Drive it only with the windows completely down. . Have the vehicle repaired immediately. Never park the vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed 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, follow the proper steps to be sure the vehicle will not move. See Shifting Into Park 0 202 and Engine Exhaust 0 204. If parking on a hill and pulling a trailer, see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips 0 241. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Driving and Operating Automatic Transmission Warning (Continued) sure the vehicle will not move, even when on fairly level ground, always set the parking brake and place the transmission into P (Park). See Shifting Into Park 0 202 and Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips 0 241. P : This position locks the front wheels. Use P (Park) when starting the engine because the vehicle cannot move easily. { Warning It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the transmission is not in P (Park) with the parking brake set. The vehicle can roll. Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running. If the engine has been left running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be (Continued) The vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. You must fully apply the regular brake first and then press the shift lever button before shifting from P (Park) when the ignition is on. If you cannot shift out of P (Park), ease pressure on the shift lever, then push the shift lever all the way into P (Park) as you maintain brake application. Then press the shift lever button and move the shift lever into another gear. See Shifting out of Park 0 203 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 not be (Continued) 205 Caution (Continued) covered by the vehicle warranty. Shift to R (Reverse) only after the vehicle is stopped. To rock the vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice, or sand without damaging the transmission, see If the Vehicle Is Stuck 0 192 N : In this position, the engine does not connect with the wheels. To restart the engine when the vehicle is already moving, use N (Neutral) only. { Warning Shifting into a drive gear while the engine is running at high speed is dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could move very rapidly. You could lose control and hit people or objects. Do not shift into a drive gear while the engine is running at high speed. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 206 Driving and Operating Caution Shifting out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) with the engine running at high speed may damage the transmission. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Be sure the engine is not running at high speed when shifting the vehicle. Caution A transmission hot message may display if the automatic transmission fluid is too hot. Driving under this condition can damage the vehicle. Stop and idle the engine to cool the automatic transmission fluid. This message clears when the transmission fluid has cooled sufficiently. D : This position is for normal driving. If more power is needed for passing, press the accelerator pedal down. Caution If the vehicle does not shift gears, the transmission could be damaged. Have the vehicle serviced right away. Caution Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using only the accelerator pedal may damage the transmission. The repair will not be covered by the vehicle 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 0 206. Operating Modes The transmission may operate in a lower gear than normal to improve vehicle performance. The engine speed may be higher and there may be an increase in noise during the following conditions: . When climbing a grade. . When driving downhill. . When driving in hot temperatures or at high altitude. Manual Mode Electronic Range Select (ERS) Mode ERS or manual mode allows for the selection of the range of gear positions. Use this mode when driving downhill or towing a trailer to limit the top gear and vehicle speed. The shift position indicator within the Driver Information Center (DIC) will display a number next to the L indicating the highest available gear under manual mode and the driving conditions when manual mode was selected. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Driving and Operating To use this feature: 1. Move the shift lever to L (Manual Mode). 207 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 too high. If vehicle speed is not reduced within the time allowed, the lower gear range shift will not be completed. Slow the vehicle, then press the − (Minus) button to the desired lower gear range. While using the ERS, cruise control can be used. Drive Systems 2. Press the plus/minus button on the shift lever, to increase or decrease the gear range available. When shifting to L (Manual Mode), the transmission will shift to a preset lower gear range. For this preset range, the highest gear available is displayed next to the L in the DIC. See Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 105 or Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 107 for more information. All gears below that number are available to use. For example, when 4 (Fourth) is shown next to the L, 1 (First) through 4 (Fourth) gears are All-Wheel Drive Vehicles with this feature can operate in All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Mode. The AWD system delivers power to all four wheels and the system adjusts as needed to improve traction. Press the AWD button on the center console to activate the system. The AWD light will flash briefly while the system is engaging and stay lit to indicate AWD is active. Press the button again to disable the system. The light will flash briefly while the system disables and then stay off. The AWD Mode will stay selected until the mode is changed. When operated in two-wheel drive, the vehicle will deliver power to the front wheels only and may provide better fuel economy. When using a compact spare tire on an AWD vehicle, the system automatically detects the compact spare and reduces AWD Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 208 Driving and Operating Electric Parking Brake performance to protect the system. To restore full AWD operation and prevent excessive wear on the system, replace the compact spare with a full-size tire as soon as possible. See Compact Spare Tire 0 309. Brakes Electric Brake Boost Vehicles equipped with electric brake boost have hydraulic brake circuits that are electronically controlled when the brake pedal is applied during normal operation. The system performs routine tests and turns off within a few minutes after the vehicle is turned off. Noise may be heard during this time. If the brake pedal is pressed during the tests or when the electric brake boost system is off, a noticeable change in pedal force and travel may be felt. This is normal. Antilock Brake System (ABS) The Antilock Brake System (ABS) helps prevent a braking skid and maintain steering while braking hard. If there is a problem with ABS, this warning light stays on. See Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light 0 100. ABS does not change the time needed to get a foot on the brake pedal and does not always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle ahead, there will not be enough time to apply the brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave enough room ahead to stop, even with ABS. Using ABS Do not pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down firmly. Hearing and feeling ABS operate is normal. Braking in Emergencies ABS allows steering and braking at the same time. In many emergencies, steering can help even more than braking. The Electric Parking Brake (EPB) can always be applied, even if the vehicle is off. In case of insufficient electrical power, the EPB cannot be applied or released. To prevent draining the battery, avoid unnecessary repeated cycles of the EPB. The system has a red parking brake status light and an amber service parking brake warning light. See Electric Parking Brake Light 0 100 and Service Electric Parking Brake Light 0 100. There are also parking brake-related Driver Information Center (DIC) messages. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Driving and Operating Before leaving the vehicle, check the red parking brake status light to ensure that the parking brake is applied. EPB Apply To apply the EPB: 1. Be sure the vehicle is at a complete stop. 2. Pull the EPB switch momentarily. The red parking brake status light will flash and then stay on once the EPB is fully applied. If the red parking brake status light flashes continuously, the EPB is only partially applied or there is a problem with the EPB. A DIC message will display. Release the EPB and try to apply it again. If the light does not come on, or keeps flashing, have the vehicle serviced. Do not drive the vehicle if the red parking brake status light is flashing. See your dealer. If the amber service parking brake warning light is on, pull the EPB switch. Continue to hold the switch until the red parking brake status light remains on. If the amber service parking brake warning light is on, see your dealer. If the EPB is applied while the vehicle is moving, the vehicle will decelerate as long as the switch is pulled. If the switch is pulled until the vehicle comes to a stop, the EPB will remain applied. The vehicle may automatically apply the EPB in some situations when the vehicle is not moving. This is normal, and is done to periodically check the correct operation of the EPB system, or at the request of other safety functions that utilize the EPB. If the EPB fails to apply, block the rear wheels to prevent vehicle movement. EPB Release To release the EPB: 1. Turn the ignition on or to ACC/ ACCESSORY. 2. Apply and hold the brake pedal. 3. Press the EPB switch momentarily. The EPB is released when the red parking brake status light is off. If the amber service parking brake warning light is on, release the EPB by pressing and holding the EPB switch. Continue to hold the switch until the red parking brake status light is off. If either light stays on after release is attempted, see your dealer. 209 Caution Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts. Make sure that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving. If you are towing a trailer and parking on a hill, see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips 0 241. Automatic EPB Release The EPB will automatically release if the vehicle is running, placed into gear, and an attempt is made to drive away. Avoid rapid acceleration when the EPB is applied, to preserve parking brake lining life. Brake Assist Brake Assist detects rapid brake pedal applications due to emergency braking situations and provides additional braking to activate the Antilock Brake System (ABS) if the brake pedal is not pushed hard enough to activate ABS normally. Minor noise, brake pedal pulsation, and/or pedal movement during this time may occur. Continue to Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 210 Driving and Operating apply the brake pedal as the driving situation dictates. Brake Assist disengages when the brake pedal is released. Hill Start Assist (HSA) { Warning Do not rely on the HSA feature. HSA does not replace the need to pay attention and drive safely. You may not hear or feel alerts or warnings provided by this system. Failure to use proper care when driving may result in injury, death, or vehicle damage. See Defensive Driving 0 187. When the vehicle is stopped on a grade, Hill Start Assist (HSA) prevents the vehicle from rolling in an unintended direction during the transition from brake pedal release to accelerator pedal apply. The brakes release when the accelerator pedal is applied. HSA brake hold duration may be selectable. Standard Hold automatically releases the brakes after a few seconds. Extended Hold applies the Electric Parking Brake if the accelerator pedal is not applied within a few minutes. If hold duration is selectable, see "Extended Hill Start Assist" in Vehicle Personalization 0 114. The brakes may also release under other conditions. Do not rely on HSA to hold the vehicle. HSA is available when the vehicle is facing uphill in a forward gear, or when facing downhill in R (Reverse). The vehicle must come to a complete stop on a grade for HSA to activate. Ride Control Systems Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control System Operation The vehicle has a Traction Control System (TCS) and StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability Control (ESC), an electronic stability control system. These systems help limit wheel slip and assist the driver in maintaining control, especially on slippery road conditions. TCS activates if it senses 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 activates when the vehicle senses a difference between the intended path and the direction the vehicle is actually traveling. StabiliTrak/ESC selectively applies braking pressure to any one of the vehicle wheel brakes to assist the driver in keeping the vehicle on the intended path. If cruise control is being used and TCS or StabiliTrak/ESC begins to limit wheel spin, cruise control will disengage. Cruise control may be turned back on when road conditions allow. Both systems come on automatically when the vehicle is started and begins to move. The systems may be heard or felt while they are operating or while performing diagnostic checks. This is normal and does not mean there is a problem with the vehicle. It is recommended to leave both systems on for normal driving conditions, but it may be necessary to turn TCS off if the vehicle gets stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. See If the Vehicle Is Stuck 0 192 and “Turning the Systems Off and On” later in this section. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Driving and Operating Drive the vehicle. If d comes on and stays on, the vehicle may need more time to diagnose the problem. If the condition persists, see your dealer. Turning the Systems Off and On The indicator light for both systems is in the instrument cluster. This light will: . Flash when TCS is limiting wheel spin. . Flash when StabiliTrak/ESC is activated. . Turn on and stay on when either system is not working. Caution Do not repeatedly brake or accelerate heavily when TCS is off. The vehicle driveline could be damaged. 211 To turn TCS on again, press and release g. The traction off light i in the instrument cluster will turn off. If TCS is limiting wheel spin when g is pressed, the system will not turn off until the wheels stop spinning. To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak/ESC, press and hold g until the traction off light i and StabiliTrak/ESC OFF light g illuminate and stay on in the instrument cluster. If either system fails to turn on or to activate, a message displays in the Driver Information Center (DIC), and d comes on and stays on to indicate that the system is inactive and is not assisting the driver in maintaining control. The vehicle is safe to drive, but driving should be adjusted accordingly. To turn TCS and StabiliTrak/ESC on again, press and release g. The traction off light i and StabiliTrak/ESC OFF light g in the instrument cluster turn off. If d comes on and stays on: 1. Stop the vehicle. 2. Turn the engine off and wait 15 seconds. 3. Start the engine. Cruise Control Adding accessories can affect the vehicle performance. See Accessories and Modifications 0 252 To turn off only TCS, press and release g. The traction off light i illuminates in the instrument cluster. The cruise control lets the vehicle maintain a speed of about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. Cruise control does not work at speeds below 40 km/h (25 mph). Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 212 Driving and Operating { Warning Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady 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 you could lose control. Do not use cruise control on slippery roads. With the Traction Control System (TCS) or StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability Control (ESC), the system may begin to limit wheel spin while you are using cruise control. If this happens, the cruise control will automatically disengage. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 210. If a collision alert occurs when cruise control is activated, cruise control is disengaged. See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 229. When road conditions allow you to safely use it again, cruise control can be turned back on. Cruise control will disengage if either TCS or StabiliTrak/ESC is turned off. If the brakes are applied, cruise control disengages. If equipped with Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), the cruise control system may automatically brake to slow the vehicle down to maintain the set following gap between you and the vehicle in front of you or while navigating a sharp turn. +RES : If there is a set speed in memory, press up briefly to resume that speed or press and hold to accelerate. If cruise control is already active, use to increase vehicle speed. −SET : Press down briefly to set the speed and activate cruise control. If cruise control is already active, use to decrease vehicle speed. Setting Cruise Control If 5 is on when not in use, −SET or +RES could get bumped and go into cruise when not desired. Keep 5 off when cruise is not being used. To set a speed: 5 : Press to turn the cruise control system on and off. A white indicator comes on in the instrument cluster when cruise is turned on. * : Press to disengage cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory. 1. Press 5 to turn the cruise system on. 2. Get to the speed desired. 3. Press −SET down and release. The desired set speed briefly appears in the instrument cluster. 4. Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. The cruise control indicator on the instrument cluster turns green after cruise control has been set to the desired speed. See Instrument Cluster 0 91. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Driving and Operating Resuming a Set Speed . Press and hold −SET down until the If the cruise control is set at a desired speed and then the brakes are applied or * is pressed, the cruise control is disengaged without erasing the set speed from memory. desired lower speed is reached, then release it. . To slow down in small increments, briefly press −SET down. For each press, the vehicle goes about 1 km/h (1 mph) slower. Once the vehicle speed reaches about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more, briefly press +RES up. The vehicle returns to the previous set speed. Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control If the cruise control system is already activated: . Press and hold +RES up until the vehicle accelerates to the desired speed, then release it. . To increase the speed in small increments, briefly press +RES up. For each press, the vehicle goes about 1 km/h (1 mph) faster. The speedometer reading can be displayed in either English or metric units. See Instrument Cluster 0 91. The increment value used depends on the units displayed. Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control If the cruise control system is already activated: The speedometer reading can be displayed in either English or metric units. See Instrument Cluster 0 91. The increment value used depends on the units displayed. Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase the vehicle speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, the vehicle will slow down to the previous set cruise speed. While pressing the accelerator pedal or shortly following the release to override cruise control, briefly pressing −SET down will result in cruise control set to the current vehicle speed. Using Cruise Control on Hills How well the cruise control works on hills depends upon the vehicle speed, load, and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you might have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain the vehicle speed. When going downhill, you might 213 have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down. If the brake pedal is applied, cruise control will disengage. Ending Cruise Control There are four ways to end cruise control: . Step lightly on the brake pedal. . Press *. . Shift the transmission to N (Neutral). . To turn off cruise control, press 5. Erasing Speed Memory The cruise control set speed is erased from memory if 5 is pressed or if the ignition is turned off. Adaptive Cruise Control ((Camera)) If equipped, Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) allows the cruise control set speed and following gap to be selected. Read this entire section before using this system. The following gap is the following time between your vehicle and a vehicle detected directly ahead in your path, moving in the same direction. If no vehicle is detected in your path, ACC works like regular cruise control. ACC uses a windshield mounted front camera sensor. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 214 Driving and Operating If a vehicle is detected in your path, ACC can apply acceleration or limited, moderate braking to maintain the selected following gap. To disengage ACC, apply the brake. If ACC is controlling the vehicle speed when the Traction Control System (TCS) or StabiliTrak/ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system activates, ACC may automatically disengage. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 210. When road conditions allow ACC to be safely used, ACC can be turned back on. Disabling the TCS or StabiliTrak/ ESC system will disengage and prevent engagement of ACC. ACC can reduce the need for you to frequently brake and accelerate, especially when used on expressways, freeways, and interstate highways. When used on other roads, you may need to take over the control of braking or acceleration more often. { Warning ACC has limited braking ability and may not have time to slow the vehicle down enough to avoid a collision with another vehicle you are following. This can occur when vehicles suddenly slow or stop (Continued) Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) ahead, or enter your lane. Also see “Alerting the Driver” later in this section. Complete attention is always required while driving and you should be ready to take action and apply the brakes. See Defensive Driving 0 187 obstructions, such as road spray. ACC performance is limited under these conditions. . On slippery roads where fast changes in tire traction can cause excessive wheel slip. . With extremely heavy cargo loaded in the cargo area or rear seat. . When towing a trailer. { Warning ACC will not detect or brake for children, pedestrians, animals, or other objects. Do not use ACC when: . On winding and hilly roads or when the camera sensor is blocked by snow, ice, or dirt. The system may not detect a vehicle ahead. Keep the windshield and headlamps clean. . When visibility is poor due to rain, snow, fog, dirt, insect residue, or dust; when other foreign objects obscure the camera’s view; or when the vehicle in front or oncoming traffic causes additional environmental (Continued) 5 : Press to turn the system on or off. The indicator turns white on the instrument cluster when ACC is turned on. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Driving and Operating RES+ : Press the control up briefly to resume the previous set speed or to increase vehicle speed if ACC is already activated. To increase speed by about 1 km/h (1 mph), press RES+ up briefly. To increase speed to the next 5 km/h (5 mph) mark on the speedometer, hold RES+. SET− : Press the control down briefly to set the speed and activate ACC or to decrease vehicle speed if ACC is already activated. To decrease speed by about 1 km/h (1 mph), press SET– down briefly. To decrease speed to the next 5 km/h (5 mph) mark on the speedometer, hold SET–. * : Press to disengage ACC without erasing 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 91. The increment value used depends on the units displayed. Switching Between ACC and Regular Cruise Control To switch between ACC and regular cruise control, press and hold * *. A Driver Information Display (DIC) message displays. See Vehicle Messages 0 113. ACC Indicator Regular Cruise Control Indicator When ACC is engaged, a green o indicator will be lit on the instrument cluster and the following gap will be displayed. When the regular cruise control is engaged, a green J indicator will be lit on the instrument cluster; the following gap will not display. When the vehicle is turned on, the cruise control mode will be set to the last mode used before the vehicle was turned off. 215 { Warning Always check the cruise control indicator on the instrument cluster to determine which mode cruise control is in before using the feature. If ACC is not active, the vehicle will not automatically brake for other vehicles, which could cause a crash if the brakes are not applied manually. You and others could be seriously injured or killed. Setting Adaptive Cruise Control If 5 is on when not in use, it could get pressed and go into ACC when not desired. Keep 5 off when cruise is not being used. Select the set speed desired for ACC. This is the vehicle speed when no vehicle is detected in its path. While the vehicle is moving, ACC will not set at a speed less than 5 km/h (3 mph), although it can be resumed. The minimum allowable set speed is 25 km/h (15 mph). To set ACC while moving: 1. Press 5. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 216 Driving and Operating 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 immediately apply the brakes if a vehicle ahead is detected closer than the selected following gap. ACC can also be set while the vehicle is stopped and the brake pedal is applied. The ACC indicator displays on the instrument cluster. When ACC is turned on, the indicator will be lit white. When ACC is engaged, the indicator will turn green. Be mindful of speed limits, surrounding traffic speeds, and weather conditions when selecting the set speed. Resuming a Set Speed If the ACC is set at a desired speed and then the brakes are applied, ACC is disengaged without erasing the set speed from memory. To begin using ACC again, press RES+ up briefly. . If the vehicle is moving more than 5 km/h (3 mph), it returns to the previous set speed. . If the vehicle is stopped with the brake pedal applied, press RES+ up and release the brake pedal. ACC will hold the vehicle until RES+ or the accelerator pedal is pressed. A green ACC indicator and the set speed display on the instrument cluster. The vehicle ahead indicator may be flashing if a vehicle ahead was present and moved. See “Approaching and Following a Vehicle” later in this section. Once ACC has resumed, the vehicle speed will increase to the set speed under the following conditions: . There is no vehicle ahead. . The vehicle ahead is beyond the selected following gap. . The vehicle speed is not being limited because of a sharp turn. Increasing Speed While ACC Is at a Set Speed If ACC is already activated, do one of the following: . Use the accelerator to get to the higher speed. Briefly press down and release SET– and release the accelerator pedal. The vehicle will now cruise at the higher speed. When the accelerator pedal is pressed, ACC will not brake because it is overridden. While overridden, the ACC indicator will turn blue on the instrument cluster and Head-Up Display (HUD), if equipped. . Press and hold RES+ up until the desired set speed is displayed, then release it. . To increase vehicle speed in smaller increments, press RES+ up briefly. For each press, the vehicle goes about 1 km/h (1 mph) faster. . To increase vehicle speed in larger increments, hold RES+ up. While holding RES+, the vehicle speed increases to the next 5 km/h (5 mph) step, then continues to increase by 5 km/h (5 mph) at a time. The set speed can also be increased while the vehicle is stopped. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Driving and Operating . If stopped with the brake pedal applied, . To decrease the vehicle speed in smaller press RES+ up until the desired set speed is displayed. . If ACC is holding the vehicle at a stop and there is another vehicle directly ahead, pressing RES+ up will increase the set speed. . Pressing RES+ up when there is no longer a vehicle ahead or the vehicle ahead is pulling away and the brake is not applied will cause the ACC to resume increments, press SET– down briefly. For each press, the vehicle goes about 1 km/h (1 mph) slower. . To decrease the vehicle speed in larger increments, hold SET– down. While holding SET–, the vehicle speed decreases to the next 5 km/h (5 mph) step, then continues to decrease by 5 km/h (5 mph) at a time. When it is determined that there is no vehicle ahead or the vehicle ahead is beyond the selected following gap, then the vehicle speed will increase to the set speed. Reducing Speed While ACC Is at a Set Speed If ACC is already activated, do one of the following: . Use the brake to get to the desired lower speed. Release the brake and press SET– down. The vehicle will now cruise at the lower speed. . Press and hold SET– down until the desired lower speed is reached, then release it. The set speed can also be decreased while the vehicle is stopped. . If stopped with the brake applied, press or hold SET– down until the desired set speed is displayed. Selecting the Follow Distance Gap When a slower moving vehicle is detected ahead within the selected following gap, ACC will adjust the vehicle's speed and attempt to maintain the follow distance gap selected. 217 When pressed, the current gap setting displays briefly on the instrument cluster and HUD, if equipped. The gap setting will be maintained until it is changed. Since each gap setting corresponds to a following time (Far, Medium, or Near), the following distance will vary based on vehicle speed. The faster the vehicle speed, the further back your vehicle will follow a vehicle detected ahead. Consider traffic and weather conditions when selecting the following gap. The range of selectable gaps may not be appropriate for all drivers and driving conditions. Changing the gap setting automatically changes the alert timing sensitivity (Far, Medium, or Near) for the Forward Collision Alert (FCA) feature. See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 229. Alerting the Driver Press [ on the steering wheel to adjust the following gap. Each press cycles the gap button through three settings: Far, Medium, or Near. Without Head-Up Display Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 218 Driving and Operating See Defensive Driving 0 187. Passing a Vehicle While Using ACC Approaching and Following a Vehicle If the set speed is high enough, and the left turn signal is used to pass a vehicle ahead in the selected following gap, ACC may assist by gradually accelerating the vehicle prior to the lane change. { Warning With Head-Up Display Screen Closed With Head-Up Display Screen Open If ACC is engaged, driver action may be required when ACC cannot apply sufficient braking because of approaching a vehicle too rapidly. When this condition occurs, the red collision alert symbol will flash on the windshield or on the HUD, if equipped. Eight beeps will sound from the front. The vehicle ahead indicator is in the instrument cluster and HUD display (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. ACC automatically slows the vehicle down and adjusts vehicle speed to follow a detected vehicle ahead at the selected following gap. The vehicle speed increases or decreases to follow a detected vehicle in front of your vehicle. When that vehicle is traveling slower than your vehicle set speed, it may apply limited braking, if necessary. When braking is active, the brake lamps will come on. The automatic braking may feel or sound different than if the brakes were applied manually. This is normal. When using ACC to pass a vehicle or perform a lane change, the following distance to the vehicle being passed may be reduced. ACC may not apply sufficient acceleration or braking when passing a vehicle or performing a lane change. Always be ready to manually accelerate or brake to complete the pass or lane change. Stationary or Very Slow-Moving Objects { Warning ACC may not detect and react to stopped or slow-moving vehicles ahead of you. For example, the system may not brake for a vehicle it has never detected moving. This can occur in stop-and-go traffic or when a vehicle suddenly appears due to a vehicle (Continued) Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Driving and Operating Notification to Resume ACC Warning (Continued) 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 should be ready to take action and apply the brakes. Irregular Objects Affecting ACC ACC may have difficulty detecting the following objects: . Vehicles in front of your vehicle that have a rear aspect that is low, small, or irregular . An empty truck or trailer that has no cargo in the cargo bed . Vehicles with cargo extending from the back end . Non-standard shaped vehicles, such as vehicle transport, vehicles with a side car fitted, or horse carriages . Vehicles that are low to the road surface . Objects that are close to the front of your vehicle . Vehicles on which extremely heavy cargo is loaded in the cargo area or rear seat 219 ACC will maintain a follow gap behind a detected vehicle and slow your vehicle to a stop behind that vehicle. ACC Automatically Disengages ACC may automatically disengage and the driver will need to manually apply the brakes to slow the vehicle if: . The front camera is blocked or visibility is reduced. . The Traction Control System (TCS) or StabiliTrak/ESC system has activated or been disabled. . There is a fault in the system. . A DIC message displays to indicate that ACC is temporarily unavailable. The ACC indicator will turn white when ACC is no longer active. In some cases, when ACC is temporarily unavailable, regular cruise control may be used. See “Switching Between ACC and Regular Cruise Control” in this section. Always consider driving conditions before using either cruise control system. If the stopped vehicle ahead has driven away and ACC has not resumed, the vehicle ahead indicator will flash as a reminder to check traffic ahead before proceeding. In addition, three beeps will sound. See “Alert Type” and “Adaptive Cruise Go Notifier” in “Collision/Detection Systems” under Vehicle Personalization 0 114. When the vehicle ahead drives away, ACC resumes automatically 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 ACC automatically applies the Electric Parking Brake (EPB) to hold the vehicle. The EPB status light will turn on. See Electric Parking Brake 0 208. To release the EPB, press the accelerator pedal. A DIC warning message may display indicating to shift to P (Park) before exiting the vehicle. See Vehicle Messages 0 113. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 220 Driving and Operating { Warning { Warning Warning (Continued) If ACC has stopped the vehicle, and if ACC is disengaged, turned off, or canceled, the vehicle will no longer be held at a stop. The vehicle can move. When ACC is holding the vehicle at a stop, always be prepared to manually apply the brakes. The ACC will not automatically apply the brakes if your foot is resting on the accelerator pedal. You could crash into a vehicle ahead of you. attention in curves and be ready to use the brakes if necessary. Select an appropriate speed while driving in curves. { Warning Leaving the vehicle without placing it in P (Park) can be dangerous. Do not leave the vehicle while it is being held at a stop by ACC. Always place the vehicle in P (Park) and turn off the ignition before leaving the vehicle. ACC Override If using the accelerator pedal while ACC is active, the ACC indicator turns blue on the instrument cluster and in the HUD, if equipped, indicating ACC braking will not occur. ACC will resume operation when the accelerator pedal is not being pressed. Curves in the Road { Warning On curves, ACC may not detect a vehicle ahead in your lane. You could be startled if the vehicle accelerates up to the set speed, especially when following a vehicle exiting or entering exit ramps. You could lose control of the vehicle or crash. Do not use ACC while driving on an entrance or exit ramp. Always be ready to use the brakes if necessary. { Warning 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 extra (Continued) ACC may operate differently in a sharp curve. It may reduce the vehicle speed if the curve is too sharp. ACC automatically slows the vehicle down while navigating the curve and may increase speed out of the curve, but will not exceed the set speed. When following a vehicle and entering a curve, ACC may not detect the vehicle ahead and accelerate to the set speed. When this happens, the vehicle ahead indicator will not appear. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Driving and Operating ACC will not detect a vehicle ahead until it is completely in the lane. The brakes may need to be manually applied. Objects Not Directly in Front of Your Vehicle ACC may detect a vehicle that is not in your lane and apply the brakes. ACC may occasionally provide an alert and/ or braking that is considered unnecessary. It could respond to vehicles in different lanes or stationary objects when entering or exiting a curve. This is normal operation. The vehicle does not need service. Other Vehicle Lane Changes 221 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 The detection of objects in front of the vehicle may not be possible if: . The vehicle or object ahead is not within your lane. . The vehicle ahead is shifted, not centered, or is shifted to one side of the lane. There are three ways to disengage ACC: . Step lightly on the brake pedal. . Press *. Driving in Narrow Lanes The ACC set speed is erased from memory if 5 is pressed or if the ignition is turned off. Vehicles in adjacent traffic lanes or roadside objects may be incorrectly detected when located along the roadway. Do Not Use ACC on Hills and When Towing a Trailer . Press 5. Erasing Speed Memory Weather Conditions Affecting ACC If the interior temperature is extremely high, the instrument cluster may indicate that ACC is temporarily unavailable. This can be caused by extreme hot weather conditions with direct sunlight on the front camera. ACC will return to normal operation once the cabin temperature is lower. Conditions that are associated with low visibility, such as fog, rain, snow, or road spray, may limit ACC performance. Water Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 222 Driving and Operating droplets from rain or snow that remain on the windshield may also limit ACC’s ability to detect objects. { Warning Camera visibility may be limited and the ACC system may not work properly if the windshield is not clear. Do not use ACC if moisture is present on the inside of the windshield or the windshield washer is used in cold weather. Turn on the front defroster and make sure the windshield is clear before using ACC. Before driving, check that the windshield wipers are in good condition and replace them if worn. Lighting Conditions Affecting ACC The ACC front camera can be affected by poor lighting conditions, and ACC may have limited performance when: . There are changes in brightness, such as entering and exiting tunnels, bridges, and overpasses. . Low sun angles cause the camera to not detect objects, or it is more difficult to detect objects in the same traffic lane. . Lighting is poor in the evening or early morning . There 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. . Subjected to strong light from opposing lane traffic in the front of the vehicle, such as high-beam headlamps from oncoming traffic. Accessory Installations and Vehicle Modifications Do not install or place any object around the front camera windshield area that would obstruct the front camera view. Do not install objects on top of the vehicle that overhang and obstruct the front camera, such as a canoe, kayak, or other items that can be transported on a roof rack system. See Roof Rack System 0 81. Do not modify the hood, headlamps, or fog lamps, as this may limit the camera’s ability to detect an object. Cleaning the Sensing System The camera sensor on the windshield behind the rearview mirror can become blocked by snow, ice, dirt, mud, or debris. This area needs to be cleaned for ACC to operate properly. The vehicle headlamps may need to be cleaned due to dirt, snow, or ice. Objects that are not illuminated correctly may be difficult to detect. If ACC will not operate, regular cruise control may be available. See “Switching Between ACC and Regular Cruise Control” in this section. Always consider driving conditions before using either cruise control system. For cleaning instructions, see “Washing the Vehicle” under Exterior Care 0 315. Driver Assistance Systems This vehicle may have features that work together to help avoid crashes or reduce crash damage while driving, backing, and parking. Read this entire section before using these systems. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Driving and Operating { Warning Do not rely on the Driver Assistance Systems. 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 result in injury, death, or vehicle damage. See Defensive Driving 0 187. Under many conditions, these systems will not: . Detect children, pedestrians, bicyclists, . . . . . or animals. Detect vehicles or objects outside the area monitored by the system. Work at all driving speeds. Warn you or provide you with enough time to avoid a crash. Work under poor visibility or bad weather conditions. Work if the detection sensor is not cleaned or is covered by ice, snow, mud, or dirt. (Continued) Warning (Continued) . Work if the detection sensor is covered up, such as with a sticker, magnet, or metal plate. . Work if the area surrounding the detection sensor is damaged or not properly repaired. Complete attention is always required while driving, and you should be ready to take action and apply the brakes and/or steer the vehicle to avoid crashes. Audible Alert Some driver assistance features alert the driver of obstacles by beeping. To change the volume of the warning chime, see “Comfort and Convenience” under Vehicle Personalization 0 114. Cleaning Depending on vehicle options, keep these areas of the vehicle clean to ensure the best driver assistance feature performance. Driver Information Center (DIC) 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 front emblem 223 Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 224 Driving and Operating . Front side and rear side panels . Outside of the windshield in front of the rearview mirror . Side camera lens on the bottom of the outside mirrors . Rear side corner bumpers . Rear Vision Camera above the license plate Radio Frequency This vehicle may be equipped with driver assistance systems that operate using radio frequency. See Radio Frequency Statement 0 349. display. The previous screen displays when the vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse) after a short delay. To return to the previous screen sooner, press any Home or Back on the infotainment display, shift into P (Park), or reach a vehicle speed of approximately 12 km/h (8 mph). Select Front or Rear Camera to view the front or rear camera views. Select Guidance Lines on the camera screen to enable or disable the guidance lines. Displayed images may be farther or closer than they appear. The area displayed is limited and objects that are close to either corner of the bumper or under the bumper do not display. Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing If equipped, the Rear Vision Camera (RVC), Rear Park Assist (RPA), Front Park Assist (FPA), Surround Vision, Front Vision Camera, and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) may help the driver park or avoid objects. Always check around the vehicle when parking or backing. Rear Vision Camera (RVC) When the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse), the RVC displays an image of the area behind the vehicle in the infotainment 1. View Displayed by the Rear Vision Camera 2. Corners of the Rear Bumper A warning triangle may display to show that RPA or RCTA has detected an object. This triangle changes from amber to red and increases in size the closer the object. 1. View Displayed by the Rear Vision Camera { Warning The camera(s) do not display children, pedestrians, bicyclists, crossing traffic, animals, or any other object outside of the cameras’ field of view, below the (Continued) Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Driving and Operating Warning (Continued) bumper, or under the vehicle. Shown distances may be different from actual distances. Do not drive or park the vehicle using only these camera(s). Always check behind and around the vehicle before driving. Failure to use proper care may result in injury, death, or vehicle damage. { Warning The Surround Vision cameras have blind spots and will not display all objects near the corners of the vehicle. Folding outside mirrors that are out of position may not display surround view correctly. Always check around the vehicle when parking or backing. Surround Vision System 1. Views Displayed by the Surround Vision Cameras 2. Area Not Shown If equipped, Surround Vision shows an image of the area surrounding the vehicle, along with the front or rear camera views on the infotainment display. The front camera is in the grille or near the front emblem, the side cameras are on the bottom of the outside mirrors, and the rear 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 screen sooner, press any button on the infotainment system, shift into P (Park), or reach a vehicle speed of approximately 12 km/h (8 mph). 1. Views Displayed by the Surround Vision Cameras 2. Area Not Shown 225 Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 226 Driving and Operating Camera Views back of the vehicle. Touch Junction View on the infotainment display when a camera view is active. Touching the button multiple times will toggle between front and rear camera views. Front/Rear Overhead View : Displays a Front or Rear Overhead View of the vehicle. Touching the button will toggle between the two views. Touch the camera view buttons along the bottom of the infotainment display. Front/Rear Standard View : Displays an image of the area in front or behind the vehicle. Touch Front/Rear Standard View on the infotainment display when a camera view is active. Touching the button multiple times will toggle between front and rear camera views. If equipped, the front view camera also displays when the Park Assist system detects an object within 30 cm (12 in). Front/Rear Junction View : Displays a front or rear cross traffic view that shows objects directly to the left and right of the front or 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 infotainment display when a camera view is active. Touching the button multiple times will toggle between forward and rearward views. Park Assist and RCTA are not available when Side Forward/Rearward view is active. Guidance Lines : Displays available guidelines. The horizontal markings represent distance from the vehicle. Top Down View : Displays an image of the area surrounding the vehicle, along with other views in the infotainment display. Top Down can be enabled or disabled by pressing the Top Down View button multiple times. Park Assist With RPA, and if equipped with FPA, as the vehicle moves at speeds of less than 8 km/h (5 mph) the sensors on the bumpers may detect objects up to 2.5 m (8 ft) behind the vehicle and 1.2 m (4 ft) in front of the vehicle within a zone 25 cm (10 in) high off the ground and below bumper level. These detection distances may be shorter during warmer or humid weather. Blocked sensors will not detect objects and can also cause false detections. Keep the sensors clean of mud, dirt, snow, ice, and slush; and clean sensors after a car wash in freezing temperatures. { Warning The Park Assist system does not detect children, pedestrians, bicyclists, animals, or objects located below the bumper or that are too close or too far from the vehicle. It is not available at speeds greater than 8 km/h (5 mph). To prevent injury, death, or vehicle damage, even with Park Assist, always check the area around the vehicle and check all mirrors before moving forward or backing. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Driving and Operating Rear Park Assist symbols can be turned on or off through vehicle personalization. See “Collision/Detection Systems” under Vehicle Personalization 0 114. Turn off RPA when towing a trailer. Automatic Parking Assist (APA) The instrument cluster may have a Park Assist display with bars that show “distance to object” and object location information for the Park Assist system. As the object gets closer, more bars light up and the bars change color from yellow to amber to red. When an object is first detected in the rear, 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 location. Beeps for FPA are higher pitched than for RPA. Turning the Features On or Off To turn PA on or off, press X on the center console. The indicator light next to the button comes on when the features are on and turns off when the features have been disabled. If equipped, APA searches for and steers the vehicle into parallel and perpendicular parking spots. When using APA, you must still shift gears, while the system applies the brakes and accelerator. A display and audible beeps help to guide parking maneuvers. Do not use APA when towing a trailer. { Warning APA may not detect objects in the parking space, objects that are soft or narrow, objects high off the ground such as flatbed trucks, objects below ground level such as large potholes, or moving objects (e.g. pedestrians). Always verify that the parking space is appropriate for parking a vehicle. APA does not respond to changes in the parking space, such as movement of an adjacent vehicle, or a (Continued) 227 Warning (Continued) person or object entering the parking space. APA does not detect or avoid traffic that is behind or alongside of the vehicle. Always be prepared to stop the vehicle during the parking maneuver. Press switch O on the center console to enable the system to search for a parking space that is large enough and within 1.5 m (5 ft) of the vehicle. The vehicle speed must be below 30 km/h (18 mph). The system cannot: . Detect whether it is a legal parking space. . Park exactly lined up with the vehicle next to it if the spot is approached at an angle or if the parking space is angled. . Park exactly centered in a spot that is marked too large. . Always detect short curbs. When enabled, APA searches for parallel parking spaces to the right of the vehicle. To search for a parking space to the left, turn on the left turn signal or, if available, change the side selection in the infotainment display. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 228 Driving and Operating To switch the parking mode between parallel and perpendicular, touch icons on screen during the search process or, if available, change the parking mode in the infotainment display. APA will instruct the vehicle to stop once a large enough space is found. Follow the displayed instructions. After completely passing a large enough space, an audible beep occurs. A red stop symbol and a shift to reverse message are displayed. If the vehicle is in R (Reverse), but does not steer into the expected space, this may be because the system is maneuvering the vehicle into a previously detected space. The APA system does not need service. Shift to R (Reverse) to engage automatic steering. The steering wheel will vibrate briefly as a reminder to remove hands from the steering wheel. APA uses idle speed and braking to park. If idle speed is not sufficient, gently 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 by the driver automatically disengages APA. Vehicle speed is limited to a maximum of 5 km/h (3 mph) during the parking maneuver. A progress arrow displays the status of the parking maneuver. Depending on the space size, additional maneuvers may be required, and there will be additional instructions. When changing gears, allow the automatic steering to complete before continuing the parking maneuver. APA will beep and display a PARKING COMPLETE message. Apply the brakes and place the vehicle in P (Park). APA may automatically disengage if: . The steering wheel is used by the driver. . The maximum allowed speed is exceeded. . The parking brake is applied or the vehicle is shifted into P (Park). . There is a failure with the APA system. . Electronic stability control or antilock brakes are activated. . A high priority vehicle message is displayed in the DIC. . The driver opens the door with an unbuckled seat belt. The brake holds the vehicle until the parking brake or brake is applied, or the vehicle is shifted into P (Park). To cancel APA, press O again. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Driving and Operating When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly The APA system may require a short period of driving along curves to calibrate. Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) System Turning the Features On or Off RCTA can be turned on or off through vehicle personalization. See “Collision/ Detection Systems” under Vehicle Personalization 0 114. Assistance Systems for Driving If equipped, when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse), RCTA displays a red warning triangle with a left or right pointing arrow on the infotainment display to warn of traffic coming from the left or right. This system detects objects coming from up to 20 m (65 ft) from the left or right side of the vehicle. When an object is detected, either three beeps sound from the left or right depending on the direction of the detected vehicle. If equipped, when driving the vehicle in a forward gear, Forward Collision Alert (FCA), Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Lane Keep Assist (LKA), Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA), Lane Change Alert (LCA), Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB), and/or the Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) System can help to avoid a crash or reduce crash damage. Use caution 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. 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 windshield and rapidly beeps. FCA also lights an amber visual alert if following another vehicle much too closely. Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System 229 FCA detects vehicles within a distance of approximately 60 m (197 ft) and operates at speeds above 8 km/h (5 mph). { Warning FCA is a warning system and does not apply the brakes. When approaching a slower-moving or stopped vehicle ahead too rapidly, or when following a vehicle too closely, FCA may not provide a warning with enough time to help avoid a crash. It also may not provide any warning at all. FCA does not warn of pedestrians, animals, signs, guardrails, bridges, construction barrels, or other objects. Be ready to take action and apply the brakes. See Defensive Driving 0 187. FCA can be disabled through vehicle personalization. See “Collision/Detection Systems” under Vehicle Personalization 0 114. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 230 Driving and Operating Detecting the Vehicle Ahead Warning (Continued) or snow, or if the headlamps or windshield are not cleaned or in proper condition. Keep the windshield, headlamps, and FCA sensors clean and in good repair. FCA warnings will not occur unless the FCA system detects a vehicle ahead. When a vehicle is detected, the vehicle ahead indicator will display green. Vehicles may not be detected on curves, highway exit ramps, or hills, due to poor visibility; or if a vehicle ahead is partially blocked by pedestrians or other objects. FCA will not detect another vehicle ahead until it is completely in the driving lane. { Warning FCA does not provide a warning to help avoid a crash, unless it detects a vehicle. FCA may not detect a vehicle ahead if the 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, (Continued) Collision Alert If Head-Up Display (HUD) is not equipped, when your vehicle approaches another detected vehicle too rapidly, the red FCA display will flash on the windshield. If Head-Up Display (HUD) is equipped and the screen is closed, when your vehicle approaches another detected vehicle too rapidly, the HUD with the integrated RLAD can display red spots reflected in the windshield. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Driving and Operating If Head-Up Display (HUD) is equipped and the screen is open, when your vehicle approaches another detected vehicle too rapidly, the HUD can display indicator on the screen as the FCA display. Also, eight rapid high-pitched beeps will sound from the front. When this Collision Alert occurs, the brake system may prepare for driver braking to occur more rapidly which can cause a brief, mild deceleration. Continue to apply the brake pedal as needed. Cruise control may be disengaged when the Collision Alert occurs. Tailgating Alert shows the current setting on the DIC. Additional button presses will change this setting. The chosen setting will remain until it is changed and will affect the timing of both the Collision Alert and the Tailgating 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 the alert timing. The range of selectable alert timings may not be appropriate for all drivers and driving conditions. If your vehicle is equipped with Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), changing the FCA timing setting automatically changes the following gap setting (Far, Medium, or Near). Following Distance Indicator The vehicle ahead indicator will display amber when you are following a vehicle ahead too closely. Selecting the Alert Timing The Collision Alert control is on the steering wheel. Press [ to set the FCA timing to Far, Medium, or Near. The first button press The following distance to a moving vehicle ahead in your path is indicated in following time in seconds on the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 105 or Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 107. The minimum following time is 0.5 seconds away. If there is no vehicle detected ahead, or the vehicle ahead is out of sensor range, dashes will be displayed. 231 Unnecessary Alerts FCA may provide unnecessary alerts for turning vehicles, vehicles in other lanes, objects that are not vehicles, or shadows. These alerts are normal operation and the vehicle does not need service. Cleaning the System If the FCA system does not seem to operate properly, this may correct the issue: . Clean the outside of the windshield in front of the rearview mirror. . Clean the entire front of the vehicle. . Clean the headlamps. Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) The AEB system may help avoid or reduce the harm caused by a front-end crashes. AEB also includes Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA). When the system detects a vehicle ahead in your path that is traveling in the same direction that you may be about to crash into, it can provide a boost to braking or automatically brake the vehicle. This can help avoid or lessen the severity of crashes when driving in a forward gear. Depending on the situation, the vehicle may Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 232 Driving and Operating automatically brake moderately or hard. This automatic emergency braking can only occur if a vehicle is detected. This is shown by the FCA vehicle ahead indicator being lit. See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 229. The system works when driving in a forward gear between 8 km/h (5 mph) and 80 km/h (50 mph), or on vehicles with Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), above 4 km/h (2 mph). It can detect vehicles up to approximately 60 m (197 ft). { Warning AEB is an emergency crash preparation feature and is not designed to avoid crashes. Do not rely on AEB to brake the vehicle. AEB will not brake outside of its operating speed range and only responds to detected vehicles. AEB may not: . Detect a vehicle ahead on winding or hilly roads. . Detect all vehicles, especially vehicles with a trailer, tractors, muddy vehicles, etc. (Continued) Warning (Continued) . Detect a vehicle when weather limits visibility, such as in fog, rain, or snow. . Detect a vehicle ahead if it is partially blocked by pedestrians or other objects. Complete attention is always required while driving, and you should be ready to take action and apply the brakes and/or steer the vehicle to avoid crashes. AEB may slow the vehicle to a complete stop to try to avoid a potential crash. If this happens, AEB may hold the vehicle at rest momentarily. A firm press the accelerator pedal will release the brake. { Warning AEB may automatically brake the vehicle suddenly in situations where it is unexpected and undesired. It could respond to a turning vehicle ahead, guardrails, signs, and other non-moving objects. To override AEB, firmly press the accelerator pedal, if it is safe to do so. Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) IBA may activate when the brake pedal is applied quickly by providing a boost to braking based on the speed of approach and distance to a vehicle ahead. Minor brake pedal pulsations or pedal movement during this time is normal and the brake pedal should continue to be applied as needed. IBA will automatically disengage only when the brake pedal is released. { Warning IBA may increase vehicle braking in situations when it may not be necessary. You could block the flow of traffic. If this occurs, take your foot off the brake pedal and then apply the brakes as needed. AEB and IBA can be disabled through vehicle personalization. See “Collision/Detection Systems” under Vehicle Personalization 0 114. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Driving and Operating { Warning Using AEB or IBA while towing a trailer could cause you to lose control of the vehicle and crash. Turn the system to Alert, or if the vehicle has ACC to Off, when towing a trailer. A system unavailable message may display if: . The front of the vehicle or windshield is not clean. . Heavy rain or snow is interfering with object detection. . There is a problem with the StabiliTrak/ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system. The AEB system does not need service. Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) System If equipped, the FPB system may help avoid or reduce the harm caused by front-end crashes with nearby pedestrians when driving in a forward gear. FPB displays an amber indicator, ~, when a nearby pedestrian is detected ahead. The indicator may also be white depending on the equipped instrument cluster. See Instrument Cluster 0 91. When approaching a detected pedestrian too quickly, FPB provides a red flashing alert on the windshield and rapidly beeps. FPB can provide a boost to braking or automatically brake the vehicle. This system includes Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA), and the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) system may also respond to pedestrians. See Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) 0 231. The FPB system can detect and alert to pedestrians in a forward gear at speeds between 8 km/h (5 mph) and 80 km/h (50 mph). During daytime driving, the system detects pedestrians up to a distance of approximately 40 m (131 ft). During nighttime driving, system performance is very limited. { Warning FPB does not provide an alert or automatically brake the vehicle, unless it detects a pedestrian. FPB may not detect pedestrians, including children: . When the pedestrian is not directly ahead, fully visible, or standing upright, or when part of a group. (Continued) 233 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 condition. Be ready to take action and apply the brakes. For more information, see Defensive Driving 0 187. Keep the windshield, headlamps, and FPB sensor clean and in good repair. FPB can be set to Off, Alert, or Alert and Brake through vehicle personalization. See “Collision/Detection Systems” under Vehicle Personalization 0 114. Detecting the Pedestrian Ahead Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 234 Driving and Operating FPB alerts and automatic braking will not occur unless the FPB system detects a pedestrian. When a nearby pedestrian is detected in front of the vehicle, the pedestrian ahead indicator will display amber or white depending on the equipped instrument cluster. See Instrument Cluster 0 91. Eight rapid high-pitched beeps will sound from the front. When this Pedestrian Alert occurs, the brake system may prepare for driver braking to occur more rapidly which can cause a brief, mild deceleration. Continue to apply the brake pedal as needed. Cruise control may be disengaged when the Front Pedestrian Alert occurs. Front Pedestrian Alert Automatic Braking If Head-Up Display (HUD) is not equipped, when the vehicle approaches a pedestrian ahead too rapidly, the red FPB alert display will flash on the windshield. If Head-Up Display (HUD) is equipped and the screen is closed, when the vehicle approaches a pedestrian ahead too rapidly, the HUD with the integrated RLAD can display red spots reflected in the windshield. If Head-Up Display (HUD) is equipped and the screen is open, when the vehicle approaches a pedestrian ahead too rapidly, the HUD can display indicator on the screen. If FPB detects it is about to crash into a pedestrian directly ahead, and the 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 to detected pedestrians between 8 km/h (5 mph) and 80 km/h (50 mph). Automatic braking levels may be reduced under certain conditions, such as higher speeds. If this happens, Automatic Braking may engage the Electric Parking Brake (EPB) to hold the vehicle at a stop. Release the EPB. A firm press of the accelerator pedal will also release Automatic Braking and the EPB. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Driving and Operating { Warning FPB may alert or automatically brake the vehicle suddenly in situations where it is unexpected and undesired. It could falsely alert or brake for objects similar in shape or size to pedestrians, including shadows. This is normal operation and the vehicle does not need service. To override Automatic Braking, firmly press the accelerator pedal, if it is safe to do so. Automatic Braking can be disabled through vehicle personalization. See “Front Pedestrian Detection” in “Collision/Detection Systems” under Vehicle Personalization 0 114. { Warning Using the Front Pedestrian Braking system while towing a trailer could cause you to lose control of the vehicle and crash. Turn the system to Alert or Off when towing a trailer. Cleaning the System If FPB does not seem to operate properly, cleaning the outside of the windshield in front of the rearview mirror may correct the issue. Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) If equipped, the SBZA system is a lane-changing aid that assists drivers with avoiding crashes that occur with moving vehicles in the side blind zone (or spot) areas. When the vehicle is in a forward gear, the left or right side mirror display will light up if a moving vehicle is detected in that blind zone. If the turn signal is activated and a vehicle is also detected on the same side, the display will flash as an extra warning not to change lanes. Since this system is part of the Lane Change Alert (LCA) system, read the entire LCA section before using this feature. LCA warning display will light up in the corresponding outside mirror and will flash if the turn signal is on. { Warning LCA does not alert the driver to vehicles outside of the system detection zones, pedestrians, bicyclists, or animals. It may not provide alerts when changing lanes under all driving conditions. Failure to use proper care when changing lanes may result in injury, death, or vehicle damage. Before making a lane change, always check mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and use the turn signals. LCA Detection Zones Lane Change Alert (LCA) If equipped, the LCA system is a lane-changing aid that assists drivers with avoiding lane change crashes that occur with moving vehicles in the side blind zone (or spot) areas or with vehicles rapidly approaching these areas from behind. The 235 1. SBZA Detection Zone 2. LCA Detection Zone Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 236 Driving and Operating The LCA sensor covers a zone of approximately one lane over from both sides of the vehicle, or 3.5 m (11 ft). The height of the zone is approximately between 0.5 m (1.5 ft) and 2 m (6 ft) off the ground. The Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) warning area starts at approximately the middle of the vehicle and goes back 5 m (16 ft). Drivers are also warned of vehicles rapidly approaching from up to 70 m (230 ft) behind the vehicle. When the vehicle is started, both outside mirror LCA displays will briefly come on to indicate the system is operating. When the vehicle is in a forward gear, the left or right outside mirror display will light up if a moving vehicle is detected in the next lane over in that blind zone or rapidly approaching that zone. If the turn signal is activated in the same direction as a detected vehicle, this display will flash as an extra warning not to change lanes. How the System Works LCA can be disabled. When you disable LCA, Side Blind Zone Alert is also disabled. See “Collision/Detection Systems” under Vehicle Personalization 0 114. If LCA is disabled by the driver, the LCA mirror displays will not light up. The LCA symbol lights up in the outside mirrors when the system detects a moving vehicle in the next lane over that is in the side blind zone or rapidly approaching that zone from behind. A lit LCA symbol indicates it may be unsafe to change lanes. Before making a lane change, check the LCA display, check mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and use the turn signals. Left Outside Mirror Display Right Outside Mirror Display When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly The LCA system requires some driving for the system to calibrate to maximum performance. This calibration may occur more quickly if the vehicle is driving on a straight highway road with traffic and roadside objects (e.g., guardrails, barriers). LCA displays may not come on when passing a vehicle quickly, for a stopped vehicle, or when towing a trailer. The LCA detection zones that extend back from the side of the vehicle do not move further back when a trailer is towed. Use caution while changing lanes when towing a trailer. LCA may alert to objects attached to the vehicle, such as a trailer, bicycle, or object extending out to either side of the vehicle. Attached objects may also interfere with the detection of vehicles. This is normal system operation; the vehicle does not need service. LCA may not always alert the driver to vehicles in the next lane over, especially in wet conditions or when driving on sharp curves. The system does not need to be serviced. The system may light up due to guardrails, signs, trees, shrubs, and other non-moving objects. This is normal system operation; the vehicle does not need service. LCA may not operate when the LCA sensors in the left or right corners of the rear bumper are covered with mud, dirt, snow, ice, or slush, or in heavy rainstorms. For cleaning instructions, see "Washing the Vehicle" under Exterior Care 0 315. If the DIC still displays the system unavailable message after cleaning both sides of the vehicle toward the rear corners of the vehicle, see your dealer. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Driving and Operating If the LCA displays do not light up when moving vehicles are in the side blind zone or are rapidly approaching this zone and the system is clean, the system may need service. Take the vehicle to your dealer. Radio Frequency Information See Radio Frequency Statement 0 349. Lane Keep Assist (LKA) If equipped, LKA may help avoid crashes due to unintentional lane departures. This system uses a camera to detect lane markings. The LKA may be ready to assist at speeds between 50 km/h (31 mph) and 180 km/h (112 mph). LKA may assist by gently turning the steering wheel if the vehicle approaches a detected lane marking. It may also provide a Lane Departure Warning (LDW) alert if the vehicle crosses a detected lane marking. This system is not intended to keep the vehicle centered in the lane. LKA will not assist and alert if the turn signal is active in the direction of lane departure, or if it detects that you are accelerating, braking or actively steering. LKA can be overridden by turning the steering wheel. If the system detects you are steering intentionally across a lane marker, the LDW will not be given. Do not expect the LDW to occur when you are intentionally crossing a lane marker. { Warning The LKA system does not continuously steer the vehicle. It may not keep the vehicle in the lane or give a Lane Departure Warning (LDW) alert, even if a lane marking is detected. The LKA and LDW systems may not: . Provide an alert or enough steering assist to avoid a lane departure or crash. . Detect lane markings under poor weather or visibility conditions. This can occur if the windshield or headlamps are blocked by dirt, snow, or ice; if they are not in proper condition; or if the sun shines directly into the camera. . Detect road edges. . Detect lanes on winding or hilly roads. If LKA only detects lane markings on one side of the road, it will only assist or provide an LDW alert when approaching (Continued) 237 Warning (Continued) the lane on the side where it has detected a lane marking. Even with LKA and LDW, you must steer the vehicle. Always keep your attention on the road and maintain proper vehicle position within the lane, or vehicle damage, injury, or death could occur. Always keep the windshield, headlamps, and camera sensors clean and in good repair. Do not use LKA in bad weather conditions or on roads with unclear lane markings, such as construction zones. { Warning Using LKA on slippery roads could cause loss of control of the vehicle and a crash. Turn the system off. { Warning LKA will not alert the driver if a towed trailer crosses into an adjacent lane of travel. Serious injury or property damage may occur if the trailer moves into (Continued) Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 238 Driving and Operating Warning (Continued) another lane. Always monitor the trailer position while towing to make sure it is within the same lane as the tow vehicle. Departure Warning (LDW) alert by flashing A amber if the vehicle crosses a detected lane marking. Additionally, there may be three beeps, or the driver seat may pulse three times, on the right or left, depending on the lane departure direction. How the System Works Take Steering LKA uses a camera sensor installed on the windshield ahead of the rearview mirror to detect lane markings. It may provide brief steering assist if it detects an unintended lane departure. It may further provide an audible alert or the driver seat may pulse indicating that a lane marking has been crossed. The system does not provide a Lane Departure Warning (LDW) when intentionally steering across a lane marker. The LKA system does not continuously steer the vehicle. If LKA does not detect active driver steering, an alert and chime may be provided. Steer the vehicle to dismiss. LKA may become temporarily unavailable after repeated take steering alerts. To turn LKA on and off, press A on the center console. If equipped, the indicator light on the button comes on when LKA is on and turns off when LKA 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 approaches a detected lane marking. A is amber when assisting. It may also provide a Lane When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly The system performance may be affected by: . Close vehicles ahead. . Sudden lighting changes, such as when driving through tunnels. . Banked roads. . Roads with poor lane markings, such as two-lane roads. If the LKA system is not functioning properly when lane markings are clearly visible, cleaning the windshield may help. A camera blocked message may display if the camera is blocked. Some driver assistance systems may have reduced performance or not work at all. An LKA or LDW unavailable message may display if the systems are temporarily unavailable. This message could be due to a blocked camera. The LKA system does not need service. Clean the outside of the windshield behind the rearview mirror. LKA assistance and/or LDW alerts may occur due to tar marks, shadows, cracks in the road, temporary or construction lane markings, or other road imperfections. This is normal system operation; the vehicle does not need service. Turn LKA off if these conditions continue. Fuel Top Tier Fuel GM recommends the use of TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline to keep the engine clean, reduce engine deposits, and maintain optimal vehicle performance. Look for the TOP TIER Logo or see www.toptiergas.com for a list of TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline marketers and applicable countries. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Driving and Operating Do not use any fuel labeled E85 or FlexFuel. Do not use gasoline with ethanol levels greater than 15% by volume. Prohibited Fuels Caution Do not use fuels with any of the following conditions; doing so may damage the vehicle and void its warranty: . For vehicles that are not FlexFuel, fuel Recommended Fuel Regular unleaded gasoline meeting ASTM specification D4814 with a posted octane rating (R+M)/2 of 87 or greater is recommended. Do not use gasoline with a posted octane rating of less than 87, as this will result in reduced performance and driveability. If heavy knocking is heard when using gasoline rated at 87 or greater, the engine needs service. labeled greater than 15% ethanol by volume, such as mid-level ethanol blends (16–50% ethanol), E85, or FlexFuel. . Fuel with any amount of methanol, methylal, ferrocene, and aniline. These fuels can corrode metal fuel system parts or damage plastic and rubber parts. . Fuel containing metals such as methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT), which can damage the emissions control system and spark plugs. (Continued) 239 Caution (Continued) . Fuel with a posted octane rating of less than the recommended fuel. Using this fuel will lower fuel economy and performance, and may 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 Prohibited Fuels 0 239. Fuel Additives TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is highly recommended for use with your vehicle. If your country does not have TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline, add ACDelco Fuel System Treatment Plus−Gasoline to the vehicle’s gasoline fuel tank at every oil change or 15 000 km (9,000 mi), whichever occurs first. TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline and ACDelco Fuel System Treatment Plus −Gasoline will help keep your vehicle’s engine fuel deposit free and performing optimally. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 240 Driving and Operating Filling the Tank An arrow on the fuel gauge indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel door is on. See Fuel Gauge 0 94. { Warning Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn violently and can cause injury or death. Follow these guidelines to help avoid injuries to you and others: . Read and follow all the instructions on Warning (Continued) . Before touching the fill nozzle, touch a metallic object to discharge static electricity from your body. . Fuel can spray out if the fill nozzle is inserted too quickly. This spray can happen if the tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Insert the fill nozzle slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop before beginning to flow fuel. the fuel pump island. . Turn off the engine when refueling. { Warning Overfilling the fuel tank by more than three clicks of a standard fill nozzle may cause: . Vehicle performance issues, including engine stalling and damage to the fuel system. . Fuel spills. . Under certain conditions, fuel fires. Be careful not to spill fuel. Wait five seconds after you have finished pumping before removing the fill nozzle. Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible. See Exterior Care 0 315. Push the fuel door closed until it latches. . Keep sparks, flames, and smoking materials away from fuel. . Do not leave the fuel pump unattended. . Avoid using electronic devices while refueling. { Warning . Do not re-enter the vehicle while pumping fuel. . Keep children away from the fuel pump and never let children pump fuel. (Continued) The capless refueling system does not have a fuel cap. Fully insert and latch the fill nozzle, then begin fueling. To open the fuel door, push and release the rearward center edge of the door. If a fire starts while you are refueling, do not remove the fill nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attendant. Leave the area immediately. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Driving and Operating Filling the Tank with a Portable Fuel Container If the vehicle runs out of fuel and must be filled from a portable fuel container: 1. Locate the capless funnel adapter from the rear cargo area under the load floor tray. 2. Insert and latch the funnel into the capless fuel system. { Warning Attempting to refuel from a portable fuel container without using the funnel adapter may cause fuel spillage and damage the capless fuel system. This could cause a fire. You or others could be badly burned and the vehicle could 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. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the fuel vapor. You or others could be badly burned and the vehicle could be damaged. To help avoid injury to you and others: . Dispense fuel only into approved containers. . Do not fill a container while it is inside a vehicle, in a vehicle's trunk, in a pickup bed, or on any surface other than the ground. . Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle. Maintain contact until filling is complete. . Keep sparks, flames, and smoking materials away from fuel. . Avoid using electronic devices while pumping fuel. 241 Trailer Towing General Towing Information Only use towing equipment that has been designed for the vehicle. Contact your dealer or trailering dealer for assistance with preparing the vehicle to tow a trailer. Read the entire section before towing a trailer. To tow a disabled vehicle, see Towing the Vehicle 0 312. To tow the vehicle behind another vehicle such as a motor home, see Recreational Vehicle Towing 0 312. Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips { Warning You can lose control when towing a trailer if the correct equipment is not used or the vehicle is not driven properly. For example, if the trailer is too heavy or the trailer brakes are inadequate for the load, the vehicle may not stop as expected. You and others could be seriously injured. The vehicle may also be damaged, and the repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Pull a (Continued) Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 242 Driving and Operating Warning (Continued) trailer only if all the steps in this section have been followed. Ask your dealer for advice and information about towing a trailer with the vehicle. . State laws may require the use of . Driving with a Trailer Trailering is different than just driving the vehicle by itself. Trailering means changes in handling, acceleration, braking, durability, and fuel economy. Successful, safe trailering takes correct equipment, and it has to be used properly. The following information has many time-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules. Many of these are important for your safety and that of your passengers. Read this section carefully before pulling a trailer. When towing a trailer: . Become familiar with and follow all state and local laws that apply to trailer towing. These requirements vary from state to state. . . . extended side view mirrors. Even if not required, you should install extended side view mirrors if your visibility is limited or restricted while towing. Do not tow a trailer during the first 800 km (500 mi) of vehicle use to prevent damage to the engine, axle, or other parts. It is recommended to perform the first oil change before heavy towing. During the first 800 km (500 mi) of trailer towing, do not drive over 80 km/h (50 mph) and do not make starts at full throttle. Vehicles can tow in D (Drive). If the transmission downshifts too often, a lower gear may be selected using Manual Mode See Manual Mode 0 206. If equipped, the following driver assistance features should be turned off when towing a trailer: . Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) . Super Cruise Control . Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . Park Assist . Automatic Parking Assist (APA) . Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) If equipped, the following driver assistance features should be turned to alert or off when towing a trailer: . Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) . Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) . Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) If equipped with Lane Change Alert (LCA), the LCA detection zones that extend back from the side of the vehicle do not move further back when a trailer is towed. Use caution while changing lanes when towing a trailer. If equipped with Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), use caution 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 or death from carbon monoxide (CO), when towing a trailer: . Do not drive with the liftgate, trunk/ hatch, or rear-most window open. (Continued) Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Driving and Operating Warning (Continued) . Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel. . Adjust the climate control system to a setting that brings in only outside air. See “Climate Control Systems” in the Index. For more information about carbon monoxide, see Engine Exhaust 0 204. Towing a trailer requires experience. The combination of the vehicle and trailer is longer and not as responsive as the vehicle itself. Get used to the handling and braking of the combination by driving on a level road surface before driving on public roads. The trailer structure, the tires, and the brakes must be all be rated to carry the intended cargo. Inadequate trailer equipment can cause the combination to operate in an unexpected or unsafe manner. Before driving, inspect all trailer hitch parts and attachments, safety chains, electrical connectors, lamps, tires, and mirrors. See Towing Equipment 0 248. If the trailer has electric brakes, start the combination moving and then manually apply the trailer brake controller to check the trailer brakes work. During the trip, occasionally check that the cargo and trailer are secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are working. Towing with a Stability Control System When towing, the stability control system might be heard. The system reacts to vehicle movement caused by the trailer, which mainly occurs during cornering. This is normal when towing heavier trailers. Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving without a trailer. This can help to avoid heavy braking and sudden turns. Passing More passing distance is needed when towing a trailer. The combination will not accelerate as quickly and is much longer so it is necessary to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before returning to the lane. Pass on level roadways. Avoid passing on hills if possible. 243 Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand. To move the trailer to the left, move that hand to the left. To move the trailer to the right, move that hand to the right. Always back up slowly and, if possible, have someone guide you. Making Turns Caution Turn more slowly and make wider arcs when towing a trailer to prevent damage to your vehicle. Making very sharp turns could cause the trailer to contact the vehicle. Make wider turns than normal when towing, so trailer will not go over soft shoulders, over curbs, or strike road signs, trees, or other objects. Always signal turns well in advance. Do not steer or brake suddenly. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 244 Driving and Operating Driving on Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before starting down a long or steep downhill grade. If the transmission is not shifted down, the brakes may overheat and result in reduced braking efficiency. The vehicle can tow in D (Drive). Shift the transmission to a lower gear if the transmission shifts too often under heavy loads and/or hilly conditions. When towing at higher altitudes, engine coolant will boil at a lower temperature than at lower altitudes. If the engine is turned off immediately after towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades, the vehicle could show signs similar to engine overheating. To avoid this, let the engine run, preferably on level ground, with the transmission in P (Park) for a few minutes before turning the engine off. If the overheat warning comes on, see Engine Overheating 0 266. Parking on Hills { Warning To prevent serious injury or death, always park your vehicle and trailer on a level surface when possible. When parking your vehicle and your trailer on a hill: 1. Press the brake pedal, but do not shift into P (Park) yet. Turn the wheels into the curb if facing downhill or into traffic if facing uphill. 2. Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels. 3. When the wheel chocks are in place, gradually 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 Parking on a Hill 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal. . Start the engine. . Shift into a gear. . Release the parking brake. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks. 4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks. Maintenance When Trailer Towing The vehicle needs service more often when used to tow trailers. See Maintenance Schedule 0 325. It is especially important to check the automatic transmission fluid, engine oil, axle lubricant, belts, cooling system, and brake system before and during each trip. Check periodically that all nuts and bolts on the trailer hitch are tight. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Driving and Operating Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing The cooling system may temporarily overheat during severe operating conditions. See Engine Overheating 0 266. Trailer Towing Caution Towing a trailer improperly can damage the vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by the vehicle warranty. To tow a trailer correctly, follow the directions in this section and see your dealer for important information about towing a trailer with the vehicle. Trailer Weight { Warning Never exceed the towing capacity for your vehicle. Safe trailering requires monitoring the weight, speed, altitude, road grades, outside temperature, dimensions of the front of the trailer, and how frequently the vehicle is used to tow a trailer. Trailer Weight Ratings When towing a trailer, the weight of the loaded vehicle and trailer must be within the weight ratings for the vehicle. . GCWR: Gross Combined Weight Rating . GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating . Maximum Trailer Weight Rating . Maximum Trailer Tongue Weight See “Weight-Distributing Hitch Adjustment” under Towing Equipment 0 248 to determine if equalizer bars are required to obtain the maximum trailer weight rating. 245 { Warning You and others could be seriously injured or killed if the trailer is too heavy or the trailer brakes are inadequate for the load. The vehicle may be damaged, and the repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Only tow a trailer if all the steps in this section have been followed. Ask your dealer for advice and information about towing a trailer. Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) See “Trailer Brakes” under Towing Equipment 0 248 to determine if brakes are required based on your trailer's weight. GCWR is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any fuel, passengers, cargo, equipment, and accessories. Do not exceed the GCWR for your vehicle. The GCWR for the vehicle is on the tow rating chart later in this section. The only way to be sure the weight is not exceeding any of these ratings is to weigh the tow vehicle and trailer combination, fully loaded for the trip, getting individual weights for each of these items. To check that the weight of the vehicle and trailer are within the GCWR for the vehicle, follow these steps: 1. Start with the "curb weight" from the Trailering Information label. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 246 Driving and Operating Maximum Trailer Weight Rating 2. Add the weight of the trailer loaded with cargo and ready for the trip. 3. Add the weight of all passengers. 4. Add the weight of all cargo in the vehicle. 5. Add the weight of hitch hardware such as a draw bar, ball, load equalizer bars, or sway bars. 6. Add the weight of any accessories or aftermarket equipment added to the vehicle. The resulting weight cannot exceed the GCWR value on the Trailering Information label. The gross combined weight can also be 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. The maximum trailer weight rating is calculated assuming the tow vehicle has a driver, a front seat passenger, and all required trailering equipment. Weight of additional optional equipment, passengers, and cargo in the tow vehicle must be subtracted from the trailer weight rating. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) For information about the vehicle's maximum load capacity, see Vehicle Load Limits 0 192. When calculating the GVWR with a trailer attached, the trailer tongue weight must be included as part of the weight the vehicle is carrying. Use the tow rating chart to determine how much the trailer can weigh, based on the vehicle model, powertrain and trailering options. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Driving and Operating Vehicle Maximum Trailer Weight 247 *GCWR 1.2L CVT Front-Wheel Drive 454 kg (1,000 lb) 2,050 kg (4,519 lb) 1.3L CVT Front-Wheel Drive 454 kg (1,000 lb) 2,070 kg (4,563 lb) 1.3L AT All-Wheel Drive 454 kg (1,000 lb) 2,130 kg (4,695 lb) * The Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicel and trailer including any passengers, cargo, equipment, and conversions. The GCWR for the vehicle should not be exceeded. The trailer tongue weight contributes to the Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW). GVW includes the CURB WEIGHT of your vehicle, any passengers, cargo, equipment and the trailer tongue weight. Vehicle options, passengers, cargo, and equipment reduce the maximum allowable tongue weight the vehicle can carry, which also reduces the maximum allowable trailer weight. Maximum Trailer Tongue Weight Rating The Maximum Trailer Tongue Weight Rating is the 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 weight rating while still maintaining the correct trailer load balance. Trailer Load Balance Do not exceed a maximum trailer tongue weight of 45.36 kg (100 lb). The correct trailer load balance must be maintained to ensure trailer stability. Incorrect load balance is a leading cause of trailer sway. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 248 Driving and Operating If the trailer tongue weight is too high or too low, it may be possible to rearrange some of the cargo inside of the trailer. Do not exceed the maximum allowable tongue weight for your vehicle. Use the shortest hitch extension available to position the hitch ball closer to your vehicle. This will help reduce the effect of the trailer tongue weight on the trailer hitch and the rear axle. The trailer tongue weight (1) should be 10– 15% of the loaded trailer weight (2). Some specific trailer types, such as boat trailers, fall outside of this range. Always refer to the trailer owner’s manual for the recommended trailer tongue weight for each trailer. Never exceed the maximum loads for your vehicle, hitch and trailer. After loading the trailer, separately weigh the trailer and then the trailer tongue and calculate the trailer load balance percentage to see if the weights and distribution are appropriate for your vehicle. If the trailer weight is too high, it may be possible to transfer some of the cargo into your vehicle. If a cargo carrier is used in the trailer hitch receiver, choose a carrier that positions the load as close to the vehicle as possible. Make sure the total weight, including the carrier, is no more than half of the maximum allowable tongue weight for the vehicle. Ask your dealer for trailering information or assistance. Towing Equipment using a weight-carrying hitch which has a coupler latched to the hitch ball, or a tow eye latched to a pintle hook. Other trailers may require a weight-distributing hitch that uses spring bars to distribute the trailer tongue weight between your vehicle and trailer axles. See “Maximum Trailer Tongue Weight” under Trailer Towing 0 245 for weight limits with various hitch types. Never attach rental hitches or other bumper-type hitches. Only use frame-mounted hitches that do not attach to the bumper. Tires . Do not tow a trailer while using a compact spare tire on the vehicle. . Tires must be properly inflated to support loads while towing a trailer. See Tires 0 287 for instructions on proper tire inflation. Hitches Safety Chains Always use the correct hitch equipment for your vehicle. Crosswinds, large trucks going by, and rough roads can affect the trailer and the hitch. Always attach chains between the vehicle and the trailer, and attach the chains to the holes on the trailer hitch platform. Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer. Proper hitch equipment for your vehicle helps maintain control of the vehicle-trailer combination. Many trailers can be towed Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Driving and Operating Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting the road if it becomes separated from the hitch. Always leave just enough slack so the combination can turn. Never allow safety chains to drag on the ground. Trailer Lamps Trailer Brakes When properly connected, the trailer turn signals should will illuminate to indicate the vehicle is turning, changing lanes, or stopping. When towing a trailer, the arrows on the instrument cluster will illuminate even if the trailer is not properly connected or the bulbs are burned out. Loaded trailers over 450 kg (1,000 lb) must be equipped with brake systems and with brakes for each axle. Trailer braking equipment conforming to Canadian Standards Association (CSA) requirement CAN3-D313, or its equivalent, is recommended. State or local regulations may require trailers to have their own braking system if the 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. Never attempt to tap into your vehicle's hydraulic brake system. If you do, both the vehicle anti-lock brakes and the trailer brakes may not function, which could result in a crash. Always check all trailer lamps are working at the beginning of each trip, and periodically on longer trips. Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer Trailer Tires Special Trailer (ST) tires differ from vehicle tires. Trailer tires are designed with stiff sidewalls to help prevent sway and to support heavy loads. These features can make it difficult to determine if the trailer tire pressures are low only based on a visual inspection. Always check all trailer tire pressures before each trip when the tires are cool. Low trailer tire pressure is a leading cause of trailer tire blow-outs. 249 Trailer tires deteriorate over time. The trailer tire sidewall will show the week and year the tire was manufactured. Many trailer tire manufacturers recommend replacing tires more than six years old. Overloading is another leading cause of trailer tire blow-outs. Never load your trailer with more weight than the tires are designed to support. The load rating is located on the trailer tire sidewall. Always know the maximum speed rating for the trailer tires before driving. This may be significantly lower than the vehicle tire speed rating. The speed rating may be on the trailer tire sidewall. If the speed rating is not shown, the default trailer tire speed rating is 105 km/h (65 mph). Conversions and Add-Ons Add-On Electrical 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 98. (Continued) Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 250 Driving and Operating Warning (Continued) A device connected to the DLC — such as an aftermarket fleet or driver-behavior tracking device — may interfere with vehicle systems. This could affect vehicle operation and cause a crash. Such devices may also access information stored in the vehicle’s systems. Caution Some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle or cause components to not work and would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment. Add-on equipment can drain the vehicle's 12-volt battery, even if the vehicle is not operating. The vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to the vehicle, see Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 59 and Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 60. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Vehicle Care Vehicle Care General Information General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252 Accessories and Modifications . . . . . . . . . 252 Vehicle Checks Doing Your Own Service Work . . . . . . . . . 252 Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253 Engine Compartment Overview . . . . . . . . 255 Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258 Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260 Automatic Transmission Fluid . . . . . . . . . 260 Engine Air Filter Life System . . . . . . . . . . 260 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261 Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262 Engine Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266 Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268 Brake Pad Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268 Brake Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269 Battery - North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270 All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272 Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272 Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272 Windshield Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273 Gas Strut(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274 Headlamp Aiming Front Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274 Bulb Replacement Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275 Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275 LED Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275 Headlamps and Sidemarker Lamps . . . . . 275 Front Turn Signal and Fog Lamps . . . . . . 276 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps (Base Level) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps (Uplevel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280 Electrical System Electrical System Overload . . . . . . . . . . . . 280 Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282 Engine Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . 282 Instrument Panel Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . 285 Rear Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . 286 Wheels and Tires Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287 All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288 Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288 Tire Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289 Tire Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290 251 Tire Terminology and Definitions . . . . . . 291 Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293 Tire Pressure Monitor System . . . . . . . . . 294 Tire Pressure Monitor Operation . . . . . . 295 Tire Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298 Tire Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298 When It Is Time for New Tires . . . . . . . . 299 Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300 Different Size Tires and Wheels . . . . . . . 301 Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . . . . . . . . 301 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance . . . . 303 Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303 Tire Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303 If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304 Tire Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305 Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309 Jump Starting Jump Starting - North America . . . . . . . . 309 Towing the Vehicle Towing the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312 Recreational Vehicle Towing . . . . . . . . . . . 312 Appearance Care Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315 Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319 Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322 Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 252 Vehicle Care General Information For service 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: special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate. Accessories and Modifications Adding non-dealer accessories or making modifications to the vehicle can affect vehicle performance and safety, including such things as airbags, braking, stability, ride and handling, emissions systems, aerodynamics, durability, and electronic systems like antilock brakes, traction control, and stability control. These accessories or modifications could even cause malfunction or damage not covered by the vehicle warranty. Damage to suspension components caused by modifying vehicle height outside of factory settings will not be covered by the vehicle warranty. California Perchlorate Materials Requirements Certain types of automotive applications, such as airbag initiators, seat belt pretensioners, and lithium batteries contained in electronic keys, may contain perchlorate materials. Perchlorate Material – 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 under the terms of the vehicle warranty and may affect remaining warranty coverage for affected parts. GM Accessories are designed to complement and function with other systems on the vehicle. See your dealer to accessorize the vehicle using genuine GM Accessories installed by a dealer technician. Also, see Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 60. Vehicle Checks Doing Your Own Service Work { Warning It can be dangerous to work on your vehicle if you do not have the proper knowledge, service manual, tools, or parts. Always follow owner’s manual procedures and consult the service manual for your vehicle before doing any service work. If doing some of your own service work, use the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to service the vehicle than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see Publication Ordering Information 0 348. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Vehicle Care This vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to do your own service work, see Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 59. If equipped with remote vehicle start, open the hood before performing any service work to prevent remote starting the vehicle accidentally. See Remote Vehicle Start 0 13. Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed. See Maintenance Records 0 336. Caution Even small amounts of contamination can cause damage to vehicle systems. Do not allow contaminants to contact the fluids, reservoir caps, or dipsticks. Hood 253 Clear any snow from the hood before opening. { Warning To open the hood: For vehicles with auto engine stop/start, turn the vehicle off before opening the hood. If the vehicle is on, the engine will start when the hood is opened. You or others could be injured. { Warning Components under the hood can get hot from running the engine. To help avoid the risk of burning unprotected skin, never touch these components until they have cooled, and always use a glove or towel to avoid direct skin contact. 1. Pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle. It is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 254 Vehicle Care 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 when returning it to the retainer to prevent hood damage. 3. Lower the hood 30 cm (12 in) above the vehicle and release it so it fully latches. Check to make sure the hood is closed and repeat the process if necessary. { Warning 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and move the secondary hood release lever toward the right side of the vehicle. 3. Lift the hood and release the hood prop from its retainer, above the radiator. Securely place the hood prop into the slot on the underside of the hood. To close the hood: 1. Before closing the hood, be sure all filler caps are on properly, and all tools are removed. Do not drive the vehicle if the hood is not latched completely. The hood could open fully, block your vision, and cause a crash. You or others could be injured. Always close the hood completely before driving. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 1.2L L3 Engine (LIH) 255 Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 256 Vehicle Care 1. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See Washer Fluid 0 267. 2. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See Cooling System 0 262. 3. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine Oil 0 258. 4. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View). See Cooling System 0 262. 5. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine Oil 0 258. 6. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 261. 7. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Brakes 0 268. 8. Positive (+) Battery Terminal. See Jump Starting - North America 0 309. 9. Battery - North America 0 270. 10. Engine Compartment Fuse Block 0 282. 11. Remote Negative (-) Battery Terminal. See Jump Starting - North America 0 309 Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Vehicle Care 1. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See Washer Fluid 0 267. 2. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See Cooling System 0 262. 1.3L L3 Engine (L3T) 3. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine Oil 0 258. 4. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine Oil 0 258. 5. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View). See Cooling System 0 262. 257 6. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 261. 7. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Brakes 0 268. 8. Positive (+) Battery Terminal. See Jump Starting - North America 0 309. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 258 Vehicle Care 9. Battery - North America 0 270. 10. Engine Compartment Fuse Block 0 282. 11. Remote Negative (-) Battery Terminal. See Jump Starting - North America 0 309 Engine Oil To ensure proper engine performance and long life, careful attention must be paid to engine oil. Following these simple, but important steps will help protect your investment: . Use engine oil approved to the proper specification and of the proper viscosity grade. See “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 engine oil at the appropriate time. See Engine Oil Life System 0 260. . Always dispose of engine oil properly. See “What to Do with Used Oil” in this section. Checking Engine Oil Check the engine oil level regularly, every 650 km (400 mi), especially prior to a long trip. The engine oil dipstick handle is a loop. See Engine Compartment Overview 0 255 for the location. dipstick, wipe it with a clean paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip down, and check the level. When to Add Engine Oil { Warning The engine oil dipstick handle may be hot; it could burn you. Use a towel or glove to touch the dipstick handle. If a low oil Driver Information Center (DIC) message displays, check the oil level. Follow these guidelines: . To get an accurate reading, park the vehicle on level ground. Check the engine oil level after the engine has been off for at least two hours. Checking the engine oil level on steep grades or too soon after engine shutoff can result in incorrect readings. Accuracy improves when checking a cold engine prior to starting. Remove the dipstick and check the level. . If unable to wait two hours, the engine must be off for at least 15 minutes if the engine is warm, or at least 30 minutes if the engine is not warm. Pull out the If the oil is below the cross-hatched area at the tip of the dipstick and the engine has been off for at least 15 minutes, add 1 L (1 qt) of the recommended oil and then recheck the level. See “Selecting the Right Engine Oil” later in this section for an explanation of what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see Capacities and Specifications 0 338. Caution Do not add too much oil. Oil levels above or below the acceptable operating range shown on the dipstick are harmful to the engine. If you find that you have an oil level above the operating range, i.e., the (Continued) Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Vehicle Care 259 Caution (Continued) Engine Oil Additives/Engine Oil Flushes engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the MAX mark, the engine could be damaged. You should drain out the excess oil or limit driving of the vehicle and seek a service professional to remove the excess amount of oil. Do not add anything to the oil. The recommended oils meeting the dexos1 specification are all that is needed for good performance and engine protection. See Engine Compartment Overview 0 255 for the location of the engine oil fill cap. Add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range between the MIN and MAX marks. Push the dipstick all the way back in when through. Selecting the Right Engine Oil Caution Failure to use the recommended engine oil or equivalent can result in engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty. Viscosity Grade Use SAE 0W-20 viscosity grade engine oil for 1.3L L3 engine. Use full synthetic engine oils that meet the dexos1 specification. Use SAE 5W-30 viscosity grade engine oil for 1.2L L3 engine. Cold Temperature Operation: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below −29 °C (−20 °F), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used for the 1.2L L3 engine. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. Engine oils that have been approved by GM as meeting the dexos1 specification are marked with the dexos1 approved logo. See www.gmdexos.com. When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade, it is recommended to select an oil of the correct specification. See “Specification” earlier in this section. Selecting the right engine oil depends on both the proper oil specification and viscosity grade. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 333. Specification Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty. What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner. Wash or properly dispose of clothing or rags containing used engine oil. See the manufacturer's warnings about the use and disposal of oil products. Used oil can be a threat to the environment. If you change your own oil, be sure to drain all the oil from the filter before disposal. Never dispose of oil by putting it in the trash or pouring it on the ground, into sewers, or into streams or bodies of water. Recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 260 Vehicle Care Engine Oil Life System When to Change Engine Oil This vehicle has a computer system that indicates when to change the engine oil and filter. This is based on a combination of factors which include engine revolutions, engine temperature, and miles driven. Based on driving conditions, the mileage at which an oil change is indicated can vary considerably. For the oil life system to work properly, the system must be reset every time the oil is changed. When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished, it indicates that an oil change is necessary. A CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes on. Change the oil as soon as possible within the next 1 000 km (600 mi). It is possible that, if driving under the best conditions, the oil life system might indicate that an oil change is not necessary for up to a year. The engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and, at this time, the system must be reset. Your dealer has trained service people who will perform this work and reset the system. It is also important to check the oil regularly over the course of an oil drain interval and keep it at the proper level. If the system is ever reset accidentally, the oil must be changed at 5 000 km (3,000 mi) since the last oil change. Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed. How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System Reset the system whenever the engine oil is changed so that the system can calculate the next engine oil change. To reset the system: 1. Display the REMAINING OIL LIFE on the DIC. See Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 105 or Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 107. This display shows an estimate of the oil’s remaining useful life. If 10% is displayed, that means that 10% 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 CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes back on when the vehicle is started, the engine oil life system has not been reset. Repeat the procedure. Automatic Transmission Fluid How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid It is not necessary to check the transmission fluid level. A transmission fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss. If a leak occurs, take the vehicle to your dealer and have it repaired as soon as possible. There is a special procedure for checking and changing the transmission fluid. Because this procedure is difficult, you should have this done at your dealer. Change the fluid at the intervals listed in Maintenance Schedule 0 325, and be sure to use the fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 333. Engine Air Filter Life System If equipped, this feature provides the engine air filter’s remaining life and best timing for a change. The timing to change an engine air filter depends on driving and environmental conditions. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Vehicle Care When to Change the Engine Air Filter When the Driver Information Center (DIC) displays a message to replace the engine air filter at the next oil change, follow this timing. When the DIC displays a message to replace the engine air filter soon, replace the engine air filter at the earliest convenience. The system must be reset after the engine air filter is changed. If the DIC displays a message to check the engine air filter system, see your dealer. How to Reset the Engine Air Filter Life System To reset: 1. Place the vehicle in P (Park). 2. Select Engine Air Filter Life on the DIC menu. See Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 105 or Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 107. 3. Press l or the thumbwheel to move to the Reset/Disable display area. Select Reset then press l or press the thumbwheel. Then press Yes to confirm the reset. 261 4. 100% AIR FILTER LIFE will be displayed when the Engine Air Filter Life System is successfully reset. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter The engine air cleaner/filter is in the engine compartment on the passenger side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview 0 255. When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/ Filter If the vehicle is not equipped with the engine air filter life system, see Maintenance Schedule 0 325 for intervals on inspecting and replacing the engine air cleaner/filter. 1. Remove the two push pins. How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/ Filter Do not start the engine or have the engine running with the engine air cleaner/filter housing open. Before removing the engine air cleaner/filter, make sure that the engine air cleaner/filter housing and nearby components are free of dirt and debris. Do not clean the engine air cleaner/filter with water or compressed air. To inspect or replace the air cleaner/filter: 2. Press a hook both sides and disassemble two hooks. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 262 Vehicle Care 3. Disassemble the duct. 4. Remove four screws, tilt the cover, and slide it out of the assembly. { Warning { Warning If part replacement is necessary, the part must be replaced with one of the same part number or with an equivalent part. Use of a replacement part without the same fit, form, and function may result in personal injury or damage to the vehicle. Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air; it helps to stop flames if the engine backfires. Use caution when working on the engine and do not drive with the air cleaner/filter off. 5. Inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/ filter. 6. Lower the cover, slide it into the assembly, then secure with the screws. 7. If equipped, reset the engine air filter life system after replacing the engine air filter. See Engine Air Filter Life System 0 260. If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt can easily get into the engine, which could damage it. Always have the air cleaner/ filter in place when driving. Cooling System See Maintenance Schedule 0 325 for replacement intervals. The cooling system allows the engine to maintain the correct working temperature. Caution Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Vehicle Care 1. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap 2. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View) { Warning An underhood electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can cause injury. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan. 1.2L L3 Engine (LIH) { Warning Do not touch heater or radiator hoses, or other engine parts. They can be very hot and can burn you. Do not run the engine if there is a leak; all coolant could leak out. That could cause an engine fire and can burn you. Fix any leak before driving the vehicle. Engine Coolant 1.3L L3 Engine (L3T) The cooling system in the vehicle is filled with DEX-COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in the vehicle for five years or 240 000 km (150,000 mi), whichever occurs first. 263 The following explains the cooling system and how to check and add coolant when it is low. If there is a problem with engine overheating, see Engine Overheating 0 266. What to Use { Warning Plain 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. The engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned. Use a 50/50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX-COOL coolant. This mixture: . Gives freezing protection down to −37 °C (−34 °F), outside temperature. . Gives boiling protection up to 129 °C (265 °F), engine temperature. . Protects against rust and corrosion. . Will not damage aluminum parts. . Helps keep the proper engine temperature. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 264 Vehicle Care How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank 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, which would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Never dispose of engine coolant by putting it in the trash, pouring it on the ground, or into sewers, streams, or bodies of water. Have the coolant changed by an authorized service center, familiar with legal requirements regarding used coolant disposal. This will help protect the environment and your health. Checking Coolant The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant level. It is normal to see coolant moving in the upper coolant hose return line when the engine is running. { Warning Check to see if coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank. If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, do not do anything else until it cools down. If coolant is visible but the coolant level is not at or above the mark pointed to, add a 50/50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX-COOL coolant. Be sure the cooling system is cool before this is done. If no coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank, add coolant as follows: Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system are under pressure. Turning the pressure cap, even a little, can cause them to come out at high speed and you could be burned. Never turn the cap when the cooling system, including the pressure cap, is hot. Wait for the cooling system and pressure cap to cool. { Warning Plain 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. The engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Vehicle Care 265 { Warning Spilling coolant on hot engine parts can burn you. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Caution Failure to follow the specific coolant fill procedure could cause the engine to overheat and could cause system damage. If coolant is not visible in the surge tank, contact your dealer. If no problem is found, check to see if coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank. If coolant is visible but the coolant level is not at the indicated level mark, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL coolant at the coolant surge tank, but be sure the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap, is cool before you do it. 1. Remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise about one-quarter of a turn. If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop. This will allow any pressure still left to be vented out the discharge hose. 2. Keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it. 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture to the indicated level mark. 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fan. By this time, the coolant level inside the coolant 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. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 266 Vehicle Care 6. Verify coolant level after the engine is shut off and the coolant is cold. If necessary, repeat coolant fill procedure Steps 1–6. If the coolant still is not at the proper level when the system cools down again, see your dealer. Caution If the pressure cap is not tightly installed, coolant loss and engine damage may occur. Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured. Automatic Coolant Service Fill Instruction If equipped, this feature assists in filling and removing air from the cooling system after service of components or when coolant is added after being too low. To activate the fill and air removal process: 1. With a cold system, open the surge tank cap and add coolant to the indicated mark on the surge tank. 2. Connect the vehicle to a battery charger. 3. Turn the ignition to Service Mode. See Ignition Positions 0 196. 4. Turn off the air conditioning. 5. Set the parking brake. 6. At the same time, press the accelerator and the brake for two seconds, then release. At the end of the cycle, check the coolant level in the surge tank and add coolant if it is low. Turn off the vehicle, allow the Engine Control Module (ECM) to go to sleep, about two minutes, and repeat Steps 3-7. Listen for pump activation and movement of the control valves while watching the level of the coolant in the surge tank. If the tank empties, turn the ignition off, carefully remove the surge tank cap, refill to the indicated mark, and repeat Steps 4-7. The fill and air removal process will run for approximately 10 minutes. Engine Overheating The vehicle has an engine coolant temperature gauge to warn of the engine overheating. See Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge 0 95. If the decision is made not to lift the hood when this warning appears, get service help right away. See Roadside Assistance Program 0 344. 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 cooling fan is running. If the engine is overheating, the fan should be running. If it is not, do not continue to run the engine. Have the vehicle serviced. Caution Do not run the engine if there is a leak in the engine cooling system. This can cause a loss of all coolant and can damage the system and vehicle. Have any leaks fixed right away. If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment { Warning Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system are under pressure. Turning the pressure cap, even a little, can cause them to come out at high speed and you could be burned. Never turn the cap when the cooling system, (Continued) Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) including the pressure cap, is hot. Wait for the cooling system and pressure cap to cool. slowly for about 10 minutes. Keep a safe vehicle distance from the vehicle in front. If the warning does not come back on, continue to drive normally and have the cooling system checked for proper fill and function. If No Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park the vehicle right away. If an engine overheat warning is displayed but no steam can be seen or heard, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when the vehicle: . Climbs a long hill on a hot day . Stops after high-speed driving If there is 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. If the overheat warning is displayed with no sign of steam: 1. Turn the air conditioning off. 2. Turn the heater on to the highest temperature and to the highest fan speed. Open the windows as necessary. 3. When it is safe to do so, pull off the road, shift to P (Park) or N (Neutral), and let the engine idle. When the vehicle needs windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer's instructions before use. If operating the vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing. If the engine coolant temperature gauge is no longer in the overheat zone, the vehicle can be driven. Continue to drive the vehicle Washer Fluid What to Use 267 Adding Washer Fluid Open the cap with the washer symbol on it. Add washer fluid until the tank is full. See Engine Compartment Overview 0 255 for reservoir location. Caution . Do not use washer fluid that contains any type of water repellent coating. This can cause the wiper blades to chatter or skip, and may also clog the washer nozzle. . Do not use engine coolant (antifreeze) in the windshield washer. It can damage the windshield washer system and paint. . Do not mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage the washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. (Continued) Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 268 Vehicle Care Caution (Continued) . When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer instructions for adding water. . Fill the washer fluid tank only three-quarters full when it is very cold. This allows for fluid expansion if freezing occurs, which could damage the tank if it is completely full. Brakes Disc brake linings have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake linings are worn and new linings are needed. The sound can come and go or can be heard all the time when the vehicle is moving, except when applying the brake pedal firmly. { Warning The brake wear warning sound means that soon the brakes will not work well. That could lead to a crash. When the brake wear warning sound is heard, have the vehicle serviced. Caution Continuing to drive with worn-out brake linings could result in costly brake repairs. Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied, clearing up following several applications. This does not mean something is wrong with the brakes. Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect brake linings for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to torque specifications. See Capacities and Specifications 0 338. Brake pads should be replaced as complete axle sets. Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel. This could be a sign that brake service may be required. Replacing Brake System Parts Always replace brake system parts with new, approved replacement parts. If this is not done, the brakes may not work properly. The braking performance can change in many ways if the wrong brake parts are installed or if parts are improperly installed. Brake Pad Life System When to Change Brake Pads If equipped, this system estimates the remaining life of the front and rear brake pads. Brake pad life is displayed in the Driver Information Center (DIC), along with a percentage for each axle. The system must be reset every time the brake pads are changed. When the system has determined that the brake pads need to be replaced, a message will display. Brake pads should always be replaced as complete axle sets. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Vehicle Care How to Reset the Brake Pad Life System When the ignition is turned on after new pads and wear sensors are installed, a message will display. Follow the prompts to reset the system. The brake pad life system can also be manually reset: 1. Display Brake Pad Life on the DIC. See Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 105 or Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 107. 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 other axle if they were also replaced. sound when the brake pads are worn can still determine when the pads should be replaced. See Brakes 0 268. To turn off the brake pad life system: 1. Display Brake Pad Life on the DIC. See Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 105 or Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 107. 2. Select DISABLE To turn the brake pad life system back on, follow the above steps but select ENABLE in Step 2. Brake Fluid How to Disable the Brake Pad Life System The brake pad life system can be turned off. This may be necessary if aftermarket brake pads without wear sensors are installed. When the system is turned off, the front and rear brake pad life percentages will not display. However, the built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning The brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with GM approved DOT 4 brake fluid as indicated on the reservoir cap. See Engine Compartment Overview 0 255 for the location of the reservoir. 269 Checking Brake Fluid With the vehicle in P (Park) on a level surface, the brake fluid level should be between the minimum and maximum marks on the brake fluid reservoir. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir may go down: . Normal brake lining wear. When new linings are installed, the fluid level goes back up. . A fluid leak in the brake hydraulic system. Have the brake hydraulic system fixed. With a leak, the brakes will not work well. Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. Do not top off the brake fluid. Adding fluid does not correct a leak. If fluid is added when the linings are worn, there will be too much fluid when new brake linings are installed. Add or remove fluid, as necessary, only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 270 Vehicle Care { Warning If too much brake fluid is added, it can spill on the engine and burn, if the engine is hot enough. You or others could be burned, and the vehicle could be damaged. Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system. When the brake fluid falls to a low level, the brake warning light comes on. See Brake System Warning Light 0 99. Brake fluid absorbs water over time which degrades the effectiveness of the brake fluid. Replace brake fluid at the specified intervals to prevent increased stopping distance. See Maintenance Schedule 0 325. What to Add Use only GM approved DOT 4 brake fluid from a clean, sealed container. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 333. { Warning The wrong or contaminated brake fluid could result in damage to the brake system. This could result in the loss of (Continued) Warning (Continued) braking leading to a possible injury. Always use the proper GM approved brake fluid. Caution If brake fluid is spilled on the vehicle's painted surfaces, the paint finish can be damaged. Immediately wash off any painted surface. Battery - North America The original equipment battery is maintenance free. Do not remove the cap and do not add fluid. Glass Mat (AGM) 12-volt battery. Installation of a standard 12-volt battery will result in reduced 12-volt battery life. When using a 12-volt battery charger on the 12-volt AGM battery, some chargers have an AGM battery setting on the charger. If available, use the AGM setting on the charger to limit charge voltage to 14.8 volts. { Warning WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories can expose you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. Refer to the replacement number shown on the original battery label when a new battery is needed. For replacement of the battery, see your dealer. See the warning on the back cover. Stop/Start System Vehicle Storage The vehicle has a Stop/Start system to shut off the engine to help conserve fuel. See Stop/Start System 0 198. It has an Absorbed { Warning Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode. You can be badly (Continued) Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) hurt if you are not careful. See Jump Starting - North America 0 309 for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt. Infrequent Usage: Remove the black, negative (−) cable from the battery to keep the battery from running down. Extended Storage: Remove the black, negative (−) cable from the battery or use a battery trickle charger. Caution If the battery is disconnected with the ignition on or the vehicle in Retained Accessory Power (RAP), the OnStar back-up battery will be permanently discharged and will need to be replaced. 1. Make sure the lamps, features, and accessories are turned off. 2. Turn the ignition off and remove the key, if equipped. 271 Negative Battery Cable Reconnection Caution When reconnecting the battery: . Use the original 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 power tools to tighten the nut. The vehicle could be damaged if these guidelines are not followed. Negative Battery Cable Disconnection { Warning Caution Before disconnecting the negative battery cable, turn off all features, turn the ignition off, and remove the key, if equipped, from the vehicle. If this is not done, you or others could be injured, and the vehicle could be damaged. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on the nut that secures the negative battery cable to the vehicle. This could damage the vehicle. 3. Loosen the negative battery cable nut (1). 4. Remove the negative battery cable (2) from the battery. 1. Install the negative battery cable (2) to the battery. 2. Install the negative battery cable nut (1) and tighten. 3. Turn the ignition on. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 272 Vehicle Care All-Wheel Drive Transfer Case Under normal driving conditions, transfer case fluid does not require maintenance unless there is a fluid leak or unusual noise. If required, have the transfer case serviced by your dealer. Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check { Warning When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before starting this check, be sure there is enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface. 2. Apply the parking brake. Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move. 3. With the engine off, turn the ignition on, but do not start the engine. Without applying the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of P (Park) with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of P (Park), contact your dealer for service. Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check { Warning When you are doing this check, the vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of the vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move. Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake. . To check the parking brake's holding ability: With the engine running and the transmission in N (Neutral), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only. . To check the P (Park) mechanism's holding ability: With the engine running, shift to P (Park). Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake. Contact your dealer if service is required. Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be replaced periodically. See Maintenance Schedule 0 325. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. For proper type and length, see Maintenance Replacement Parts 0 334. Caution Allowing the wiper arm to touch the windshield when no wiper blade is installed could damage the windshield. Any damage that occurs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not allow the wiper arm to touch the windshield. Front Wiper Blade Replacement To replace the front wiper blades: 1. Lift the wiper arm from the windshield until no further movement is possible. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Vehicle Care 273 Rear Wiper Blade Replacement The rear wiper blade and wiper arm have a cover for protection. The cover must be removed before the wiper blade can be replaced. To remove the cover: 2. Press the release button on the top side of the wiper and pull the wiper blade out of the end of the wiper arm. 3. Install the wiper blade connector by sliding into the end of the wiper arm until the button on the wiper blade clicks into 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 turning on the wiper system. 1. Slide a plastic tool under the cover and push upward to unsnap. 2. Slide the cover toward the wiper blade tip to unhook it from the blade assembly. 3. Remove the cover. 4. After wiper blade replacement, ensure that the cover hook slides into the slot in the blade assembly. 5. Snap the cover down to secure. To replace the wiper blade: 1. Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield. 2. Push the release lever (2) to disengage the hook and push the wiper arm (1) out of the blade assembly (3). 3. Push the new blade assembly securely on the wiper arm until the release lever clicks into place. 4. Replace the wiper cover. Windshield Replacement Driver Assistance Systems When a windshield replacement is needed and the vehicle is equipped with a front-looking camera sensor for the Driver Assistance Systems, the windshield must be installed according to GM specifications for these systems to work properly. If it is not, there may be unexpected behavior and/or messages from these systems. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 274 Vehicle Care Gas Strut(s) This vehicle is equipped with gas strut(s) to provide assistance in lifting and holding open the hood/trunk/liftgate system in full open position. { Warning If the gas struts that hold open the hood, trunk, and/or liftgate fail, you or others could be seriously injured. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service immediately. Visually inspect the gas struts for signs of wear, cracks, or other damage periodically. Check to make sure the hood/trunk/liftgate is held open with enough force. If struts are failing to hold the hood/trunk/liftgate, do not operate. Have the vehicle serviced. Hood Headlamp Aiming Front Headlamp Aiming Headlamp aim has been preset and should need no further adjustment. If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, the headlamp aim may be affected. If adjustment to the headlamps is necessary, see your dealer. Caution Do not apply tape or hang any objects from gas struts. Also do not push down or pull on gas struts. This may cause damage to the vehicle. See Maintenance Schedule 0 325. Liftgate Trunk Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Vehicle Care Bulb Replacement LED Lighting For the proper type of replacement bulbs, or any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. This vehicle has several LED lamps. For replacement of any LED lighting assembly, contact your dealer. Caution Do not replace incandescent bulbs with aftermarket LED replacement bulbs. This can cause damage to the vehicle electrical system. This vehicle may be equipped with desiccant to reduce fogging inside the headlamp due to moisture. If fogging continues for a long time, see your dealer for service. High-Beam Headlamp/Low-Beam Headlamp 1. Open the hood. See Hood 0 253. Headlamps and Sidemarker Lamps Base Level Headlamp Assembly The base model vehicle has halogen high-beam and low-beam headlamps, an LED turn signal lamp, and a DRL and parking lamp on the headlamp assembly. 2. Remove the headlamp bulb access cover. 3. Turn the bulb counterclockwise and pull straight back. Halogen Bulbs { Warning Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured. Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package. 275 Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar 1. Low-Beam Headlamp 2. High-Beam Headlamp Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 276 Vehicle Care Sidemarker Front Turn Signal and Fog Lamps Front Turn Signal Lamp 4. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the bulb. 5. Install the new bulb in the headlamp assembly by turning clockwise. 6. Reconnect the wiring 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 lamp on the headlamp assembly. The vehicle has an LED sidemarker lamp. Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar 1. Tilt the wheel and remove the screws on the outside of the wheel liner. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Vehicle Care 3. While holding the wheel liner with one hand and disengage the bulb socket from the plug connector by pulling the retaining rib. 4. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and remove it from the reflector using the other hand. 277 Front Fog Lamp The vehicle has LED fog lamp Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps (Base Level) Caution Improper lamp assembly 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 bulb. 2. Bend the wheel liner back to make enough space for hand access. 5. Remove the bulb from the bulb socket and 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. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 278 Vehicle Care Tailgate inboard Taillamp 4. Reassemble the cover. Stop lamp/Taillamp, Turn Signal, and Sidemarker Lamp Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar 2. Remove the bulb from the bulb socket and replace with a new bulb. 1. Taillamp 2. Taillamp 1. Remove the bulb access door on tailgate. Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar 1. Stop lamp/Taillamp 2. Turn signal lamp 1. Remove and retain both screws attaching the taillamp assembly to the vehicle body. 3. Insert the bulb socket and attach the plug connector. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Vehicle Care 279 Rear Back-Up Lamp 2. Pull the taillamp assembly straight back to detach it from the vehicle body. Take care that the cable duct remains in place. 3. Remove the bulb socket from the taillamp assembly. 4. Remove the old bulb from the bulb socket by pulling it straight out. 5. Insert a new bulb into the bulb socket. 6. Install the bulb socket into the taillamp assembly. 7. Install the taillamp assembly to the vehicle body with the two screws. The bulbs are accessible from the underside of the vehicle. 1. Turn the bulb holder anti-clockwise and remove it from reflector. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 280 Vehicle Care Caution (Continued) the taillamp. Do not remove the taillamp assembly to replace a bulb. Use the tailgate opening to access the bulb. The stoplamp/taillamp/turn signal lamp/side marker lamp and tailgate inboard taillamp are LEDs. To replace, see your dealer. Electrical System 2. Disengage the bulb socket from the plug connector by pressing the retaining lug. 3. Remove and replace the bulb socket with bulb and attach the plug connector. 4. Insert the bulb socket into the reflector and turn clockwise to engage. Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps (Uplevel) Caution Improper lamp assembly removal and installation can cause leaks and water intrusion which may cause damage to (Continued) Electrical 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, protecting the circuit until the current load returns to normal or the problem is fixed. This greatly reduces the chance of circuit overload and fire caused by electrical problems. Fuses and circuit breakers protect power devices in the vehicle. If there is a problem on the road and a fuse needs to be replaced, the same amperage fuse can be borrowed. Choose some feature of the vehicle that is not needed to use and replace it as soon as possible. To check a fuse, look at the band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure to replace a bad fuse with a fuse of the identical size and rating. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Vehicle Care 281 4. If the fuse must be replaced immediately, borrow a replacement fuse with the same amperage from the fuse block. Choose a vehicle feature that is not needed to safely operate the vehicle. Repeat Steps 2-3. 5. Insert the replacement fuse into the empty slot of the blown fuse. At the next opportunity, see your dealer to replace the blown fuse. Headlamp Wiring An electrical overload may cause the lamps to go on and off, or in some cases to remain off. Have the headlamp wiring checked right away if the lamps go on and off or remain off. Replacing a Blown Fuse 1. Turn off the ignition. 2. Locate the fuse puller in the engine compartment fuse block. Windshield Wipers If the wiper motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice, the windshield wipers will stop until the motor cools and will then restart. 3. Use the fuse puller to remove the fuse from the top or side, as shown above. Although the circuit is protected from electrical overload, overload due to heavy snow or ice may cause wiper linkage damage. Always clear ice and heavy snow from the windshield before using the windshield wipers. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 282 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Fuse Block If the overload is caused by an electrical problem and not snow or ice, be sure 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 damage caused by electrical problems. { Danger Fuses and circuit breakers are marked with their ampere rating. Do not exceed the specified amperage rating when replacing fuses and circuit breakers. Use of an oversized fuse or circuit breaker can result in a vehicle fire. You and others could be seriously injured or killed. { Warning Installation or use of fuses that do not meet GM’s original fuse specifications is dangerous. The fuses could fail, and result in a fire. You or others could be injured or killed, and the vehicle could be damaged. See Accessories and Modifications 0 252 and General Information 0 252. To check or replace a blown fuse, see Electrical System Overload 0 280. To remove the fuse block cover, squeeze the clip and lift it up. Caution Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it. Always keep the covers on any electrical component. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Vehicle Care Micro Fuses The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown. Micro Fuses Usage F02 CLSTR Usage F03 N/A F06 OSRVM DEFOG F07 L/GATE RELSE F08 AHL AFL MTR1 F09 VENT SEAT F10 N/A F11 AHL AFL MTR2 F12 N/A F14 ISRVM REAR VIEW CAMERA F15 DEFC MDL RUN/CRNK F16 HDLP LVL F17 N/A-DSL F18 FTZM F19 N/A F20 N/A F22 TRLR ST/TRN LT - TRLR F24 ESCL F25 ECM TCM RUN/CRNK F26 FRT/REAR WSW PUMP Micro Fuses Usage F27 IGN COIL-GAS ECM PT3-DSL F28 AERO SH F29 AHL AFL MDL F31 ECM PT2 F32 ENG COMP2 F33 RVC F34 FRT FOG LP F35 ENG COMP1 F36 ECM PT1 F38 TRLR PRK LAMP - TRLR F40 AUX WATER PUMP 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 283 Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 284 Vehicle Care Micro Fuses Usage F50 N/A F51 HDLP HI RH F52 NOX SOOT SNSR -DSL TRLR ST/TRN RT - TRLR F53 F54 ET Fuses F48 Usage GLOW PLUG J-Case Fuses Usage M-case Fuses F61 Usage N/A Mini Relays Usage F01 N/A K03 RUN/CRNK N/A F05 N/A K04 REAR DEFOG PEPS F13 REAR WNDW DEFOG K06 STRTR PINION F56 CNSTR VENT SOL-GAS/DEFC MDL-DSL F21 E-BOOST PWR1 K08 PT RLY F23 STRTR PINION K09 FUEL HTR DSL F57 DEFC MDL-DSL F59 N/A F58 TCM BATT F62 FUEL HTR DSL F63 N/A Spare Fuses SF01 Usage SPARE M-case Fuses Usage HC Micro Relays Usage K01 N/A K02 N/A K05 STRTR SOL K07 A/C CNTRL K10 N/A SF02 SPARE F04 FRT WPR SF03 SPARE F30 STRTR SOL SF04 SPARE F37 AUX OIL PUMP SF05 SPARE F39 N/A SF06 SPARE F43 PWR WNDW RT Ultra Micro Relays F55 PWR WNDW LT K11 F60 DEF HTR Usage N/A Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Vehicle Care Instrument Panel Fuse Block Fuse The instrument panel fuse block is on the underside of the driver side instrument panel. To access the fuses, open the fuse cover by pulling out. To reinstall the cover, insert the top tab first, then push the cover back into its original location. Fuse Usage Usage F03 VBAT_3 F04 VBAT_7 F05 VBAT_6 F06 AUTO HVAC F07 CGM F08 ST_WHL_HTR F09 DISPLAY 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 F01 LUMBAR F20 CLOCK SPRING F02 SUNROOF F21 OCC SEN 285 Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 286 Vehicle Care Fuse Usage F22 DLC F23 SDM F24 IGN_SW/ESCL Rear Compartment Fuse Block Circuit Breaker Usage CB1 N/A CB2 APO F25 PWR L-GATE MDL F26 SEC FUSE-2 K01 i-RAP_ACC F27 PWR SEAT CO-DR K02 RUN F28 VBAT_8 K03 LOGISTICS F29 DC-DC AT K04 N/A F30 PWR L-GATE MDL K05 N/A F31 OSRVM K06 N/A F32 FRT HS PWR-1 F33 VBAT_4 F34 FRT HS PWR-2 F35 AMPLIFIER F36 N/A F37 PWR SEAT DR F38 DC-DC_400W F39 SEC FUSE-1 F40 HVAC_BLOWER Relay Usage The rear compartment fuse block is behind a cover on the driver side of the rear compartment. To access the fuses, remove the cover. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Vehicle Care Fuse F03 Fuse Usage Usage N/A Circuit Breakers CB1 287 Usage N/A F04 N/A F05 DC/AC INVERTER F06 N/A K01 N/A F07 RDCM K02 N/A F08 RR SEAT HEAT PWR1 K03 N/A F09 N/A K04 N/A F10 RR SEAT HEAT PWR2 K05 N/A F11 N/A F12 N/A Wheels and Tires F13 N/A Tires F14 N/A F15 N/A F16 N/A F17 N/A F18 N/A F19 N/A Every new GM vehicle has high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. See the warranty manual for information regarding the tire warranty and where to get service. For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer. F01 N/A F20 N/A F02 RDCM ELEC F21 N/A Relays Usage Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 288 Vehicle Care { Warning . . . . . Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous. Overloading the tires can cause overheating as a result of too much flexing. There could be a blowout and a serious crash. See Vehicle Load Limits 0 192. Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires. The resulting crash could cause serious injury. Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure. Tire pressure should be checked when the tires are cold. Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut, punctured, or broken by a sudden impact — such as when hitting a pothole. Keep tires at the recommended pressure. Worn or old tires can cause a crash. If the tread is badly worn, replace them. (Continued) Warning (Continued) . Replace any tires that have been damaged by impacts with potholes, curbs, etc. . Improperly repaired tires can cause a crash. Only your dealer or an authorized tire service center should repair, replace, dismount, and mount the tires. . Do not spin the tires in excess of 56 km/h (35 mph) on slippery 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 performance on most road surfaces and weather conditions. Original equipment tires designed to GM's specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall. Original equipment all-season tires can be identified by the last two characters of this TPC code, which will be “MS.” Consider installing winter tires on the vehicle if frequent driving on snow or ice-covered roads is expected. All-season tires provide adequate performance for most winter driving conditions, but they may not offer the same level of traction or performance as winter tires on snow or ice-covered roads. See Winter Tires 0 288. Winter Tires This vehicle was not originally equipped with winter tires. Winter tires are designed for increased traction on snow and ice-covered roads. Consider installing winter tires on the vehicle if frequent driving on ice or snow covered roads is expected. See your dealer for details regarding winter tire availability and proper tire selection. Also, see Buying New Tires 0 300. With winter tires, there may be decreased dry road traction, increased road noise, and shorter tread life. After changing to winter tires, be alert for changes in vehicle handling and braking. If using winter tires: . Use tires of the same brand and tread type on all four wheel positions. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Vehicle Care . Use only radial ply tires of the same size, load range, and speed rating as the original equipment tires. Winter tires with the same speed rating as the original equipment tires may not be available for H, V, W, Y, and ZR speed rated tires. If winter tires with a lower speed rating are chosen, never exceed the tire's maximum speed capability. Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into its sidewall. The examples show a typical passenger vehicle tire and a compact spare tire sidewall. (1) Tire Size : The tire size is a combination of letters and numbers used to define a particular tire's width, height, aspect ratio, construction type, and service description. See the “Tire Size” illustration in this section. (2) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria Specification) : Original equipment tires designed to GM's specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall. GM's TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines. (3) DOT (Department of Transportation) : The Department of Transportation (DOT) code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. DOT Tire Date of Manufacture : The last four digits of the TIN indicate the tire manufactured date. The first two digits represent the week and the last two digits, the year. For example, the third week of the year 2020 would have a Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Example 289 4-digit DOT date of 0320. Week 01 is the first full week (Sunday through Saturday) of each year. (4) Tire Identification Number (TIN) : The letters and numbers following the DOT (Department of Transportation) code are the Tire Identification Number (TIN). The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code, tire size, and date the tire was manufactured. The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire, although only one side may have the date of manufacture. (5) Tire Ply Material : The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread. (6) Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG) : Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance factors: tread wear, traction, and temperature resistance. For more information see Uniform Tire Quality Grading 0 301. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 290 Vehicle Care (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 of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread. (2) Temporary Use Only : The compact spare tire or temporary use tire should not be driven at speeds over 80 km/h (50 mph). The compact spare tire is for emergency use when a regular road tire has lost air and gone flat. If the vehicle has a compact spare tire, see Compact Spare Tire 0 309 and If a Tire Goes Flat 0 304. and service description. The letter “T” as the first character in the tire size means the tire is for temporary use only. (3) Tire Identification Number (TIN) : The letters and numbers following the DOT (Department of Transportation) code are the Tire Identification Number (TIN). The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code, tire size, and date the tire was manufactured. The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire, although only one side may have the date of manufacture. (7) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria Specification) : Original equipment tires designed to GM's specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall. GM's TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines. (4) Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit : Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load. (5) Tire Inflation : The temporary use tire or compact spare tire should be inflated to 420 kPa (60 psi). For more information on tire pressure and inflation see Tire Pressure 0 293. (6) Tire Size : A combination of letters and numbers define a tire's width, height, aspect ratio, construction type, Tire Designations Tire Size The example shows a typical passenger vehicle tire size. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire (1) 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 Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Vehicle Care passenger vehicle tire engineered to standards set by the U.S. Tire and Rim Association. tire is certified to carry. The speed rating is the maximum speed a tire is certified to carry a load. (2) Tire Width : The 3-digit number indicates the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall. Tire Terminology and Definitions (3) Aspect Ratio : A 2-digit number that indicates the tire height-to-width measurements. For example, if the tire size aspect ratio is 75, as shown in item (3) of the illustration, it would mean that the tire's sidewall is 75 percent as high as it is wide. (4) Construction Code : A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire. The letter "R" means radial ply construction; the letter "D" means diagonal or bias ply construction. (5) Rim Diameter : Diameter of the wheel in inches. (6) Service Description : These characters represent the load index and speed rating of the tire. The load index represents the load carrying capacity a Air Pressure : The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire. Air pressure is expressed in kPa (kilopascal) or psi (pounds per square inch). Accessory Weight : The combined weight of optional accessories. Some examples of optional accessories are automatic transmission, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Aspect Ratio : The relationship of a tire's height to its width. Belt : A rubber coated layer of cords between the plies and the tread. Cords may be made from steel or other reinforcing materials. Bead : The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped by steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim. 291 Bias Ply Tire : A pneumatic tire in which the plies are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread. Cold Tire Pressure : The amount 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 0 293. Curb Weight : The weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil, and coolant, but without passengers and cargo. DOT Markings : A code molded into the sidewall of a tire signifying that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. The DOT code includes the Tire Identification Number (TIN), an alphanumeric designator which can also identify the tire manufacturer, production plant, brand, and date of production. GVWR : Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. See Vehicle Load Limits 0 192. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 292 Vehicle Care GAWR FRT : Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle. See Vehicle Load Limits 0 192. GAWR RR : Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle. See Vehicle Load Limits 0 192. Intended Outboard Sidewall : The side of an asymmetrical tire that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle. Kilopascal (kPa) : The metric unit for air pressure. Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire : A tire used on light duty trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles. Load Index : An assigned number ranging from 1 to 279 that corresponds to the load carrying capacity of a tire. Maximum Inflation Pressure : The maximum air pressure to which a cold tire can be inflated. The maximum air pressure is molded onto the sidewall. Maximum Load Rating : The load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible inflation pressure for that tire. Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight : The sum of curb weight, accessory weight, vehicle capacity weight, and production options weight. Normal Occupant Weight : The number of occupants a vehicle is designed to seat multiplied by 68 kg (150 lb). See Vehicle Load Limits 0 192. Occupant Distribution : Designated seating positions. Outward 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 bears manufacturer, brand, and/or model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same moldings on the other sidewall of the tire. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire : A tire used on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles. Recommended Inflation Pressure : Vehicle manufacturer's recommended tire inflation pressure as shown on the tire placard. See Tire Pressure 0 293 and Vehicle Load Limits 0 192. Radial Ply Tire : A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread. Rim : A metal support for a tire and upon which the tire beads are seated. Sidewall : The portion of a tire between the tread and the bead. Speed Rating : An alphanumeric code assigned to a tire indicating the maximum speed at which a tire can operate. Traction : The friction between the tire and the road surface. The amount of grip provided. Tread : The portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Vehicle Care Treadwear Indicators : Narrow bands, sometimes called wear bars, that show across the tread of a tire when only 1.6 mm (1/16 in) of tread remains. See When It Is Time for New Tires 0 299. UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards) : A tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a tire's traction, temperature, and treadwear. Ratings are determined by tire manufacturers using government testing procedures. The ratings are molded into the sidewall of the tire. See Uniform Tire Quality Grading 0 301. Vehicle Capacity Weight : The number of designated seating positions multiplied by 68 kg (150 lb) plus the rated cargo load. See Vehicle Load Limits 0 192. Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire : Load on an individual tire due to curb weight, accessory weight, occupant weight, and cargo weight. Vehicle Placard : A label permanently attached to a vehicle showing the vehicle capacity weight and the original equipment tire size and recommended inflation pressure. See “Tire and Loading Information Label” under Vehicle Load Limits 0 192. Tire Pressure Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate effectively. { Warning Neither tire underinflation nor overinflation is good. Underinflated tires, or tires that do not have enough air, can result in: . Tire overloading and overheating, which could lead to a blowout. . Premature or irregular wear. . Poor handling. . Reduced fuel economy. Overinflated tires, or tires that have too much air, can result in: . Unusual wear. . Poor handling. (Continued) 293 Warning (Continued) Rough ride. . Needless damage from road hazards. . The Tire and Loading Information label on the vehicle indicates the original equipment tires and the correct cold tire inflation pressures. The recommended pressure is the minimum air pressure needed to support the vehicle's maximum load carrying capacity. See Vehicle Load Limits 0 192. How the vehicle is loaded affects vehicle handling and ride comfort. Never load the vehicle with more weight than it was designed to carry. When to Check Check the pressure of the tires once a month or more. Do not forget the compact spare, if the vehicle has one. The compact spare cold tire pressure should be at 420 kPa (60 psi). See Compact Spare Tire 0 309. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 294 Vehicle Care How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gauge to check tire pressure. Proper tire inflation cannot be determined by looking at the tire. Check the tire inflation pressure when the tires are cold, meaning the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours or no more than 1.6 km (1 mi). 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 and Loading Information label, no further adjustment is necessary. If the inflation pressure is low, add air until the recommended pressure is reached. If the inflation pressure is high, press on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve to release air. Recheck the tire pressure with the tire gauge. Put the valve caps back on the valve stems to keep out dirt and moisture. Use only valve caps designed for the vehicle by GM. TPMS sensors could be damaged and would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Tire Pressure Monitor System The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses radio and sensor technology to check tire pressure levels. The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in your tires and transmit tire pressure readings to a receiver located in the vehicle. Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.) As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle's handling and stopping ability. Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver's responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale. Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator 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 approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Vehicle Care sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 0 295. See Radio Frequency Statement 0 349. Tire Pressure Monitor Operation This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). The TPMS is designed to warn the driver when a low tire pressure condition exists. TPMS sensors are mounted onto each tire and wheel assembly, excluding the spare tire and wheel assembly. The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in the tires and transmit the tire pressure readings to a receiver located in the vehicle. When a low tire pressure condition is detected, the TPMS illuminates the low tire pressure warning light located on the instrument cluster. If the warning light comes on, stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the recommended pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Vehicle Load Limits 0 192. A message to check the pressure in a specific tire may display in the Driver Information Center (DIC). The low tire pressure warning light and the DIC warning message, if equipped, come on at each ignition cycle until the tires are inflated to the correct inflation pressure. Using the DIC, it may be possible to view the tire pressure levels. For additional information and details 295 about the DIC operation and displays, see Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 105 or Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 107. The low tire pressure warning light may come on in cool weather when the vehicle is first started, and then turn off as the vehicle is driven. This could be an early 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 inflation pressure for the tires when they are cold. See Vehicle Load Limits 0 192, for an example of the Tire and Loading Information label and its location. Also see Tire Pressure 0 293. The TPMS can warn about a low tire pressure condition, but it does not replace normal tire maintenance. See Tire Inspection 0 298, Tire Rotation 0 298, and Tires 0 287. Caution Tire sealant materials are not all the same. A non-approved tire sealant could damage the TPMS sensors. TPMS sensor (Continued) Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 296 Vehicle Care Caution (Continued) damage caused by using an incorrect tire sealant is not covered by the vehicle warranty. Always use only the GM approved tire sealant available through your dealer or included in the vehicle. . TPMS Malfunction Light and Message The TPMS will not function properly if one or more of the TPMS sensors are missing or inoperable. When the system detects a malfunction, the low tire pressure warning light, defined above, flashes for about one minute and then stays on for the remainder of the ignition cycle. A DIC warning message may also display. The malfunction light and DIC warning message, if equipped, come on at each ignition cycle until the problem is corrected. Some of the conditions that can cause these to come on are: . One of the road tires has been replaced with the spare tire. The spare tire does not have a TPMS sensor. The malfunction light and the DIC message, if equipped, should go off after the road tire is replaced and the sensor matching process . . . is performed successfully. See "TPMS Sensor Matching Process" later in this section. The TPMS sensor matching process was not done or not completed successfully after rotating the tires. The malfunction light and the DIC message, if equipped, should go off after successfully completing the sensor matching process. See "TPMS Sensor Matching Process" later in this section. One or more TPMS sensors are missing or damaged. The malfunction light and the DIC message, if equipped, should go off when the TPMS sensors are installed and the sensor matching process is performed successfully. See your dealer 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 Buying New Tires 0 300. Operating electronic devices or being near facilities using radio wave frequencies similar to the TPMS could cause the TPMS sensors to malfunction. If the TPMS is not functioning properly, it cannot detect or signal a low tire pressure condition. See your dealer for service if the TPMS malfunction light and DIC message, if equipped, come on and stay on. Tire Fill Alert (If Equipped) This feature provides visual and audible alerts outside the vehicle to help when inflating an underinflated tire to the recommended cold tire pressure. When the low tire pressure warning light comes on: 1. Park the vehicle in a safe, level place. 2. Set the parking brake firmly. 3. Place the vehicle in P (Park). 4. Add air to the tire that is underinflated. The turn signal lamp will flash. When the recommended pressure is reached, the horn sounds once and the turn signal lamp will stop flashing and briefly turn solid. Repeat these steps for all underinflated tires that have illuminated the low tire pressure warning light. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Vehicle Care { Warning Overinflating a tire could cause the tire to rupture and you or others could be injured. Do not exceed the maximum pressure listed on the tire sidewall. See Tire Sidewall Labeling 0 289 and Vehicle Load Limits 0 192. If the tire is overinflated by more than 35 kPa (5 psi), the horn will sound multiple times and the turn signal lamp will continue to flash for several seconds after filling stops. To release and correct the pressure, while the turn signal lamp is still flashing, briefly press the center of the valve stem. When the recommended pressure is reached, the horn sounds once. If the turn signal lamp does not flash within 15 seconds after starting to inflate the tire, the tire fill alert has not been activated or is not working. If the hazard warning flashers are on, the tire fill alert visual feedback will not work properly. The TPMS will not activate the tire fill alert properly under the following conditions: . There is interference from an external . . . . . device or transmitter. The air pressure from the inflation 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 to the system. The battery of the TPMS sensor is low. If the tire fill alert does not operate due to TPMS interference, move the vehicle about 1 m (3 ft) back or forward and try again. If the tire fill alert feature is not working, use a tire pressure gauge. TPMS Sensor Matching Process Each TPMS sensor has a unique identification code. The identification code needs to be matched to a new tire/wheel position after rotating the vehicle’s tires or replacing one or more of the TPMS sensors. Also, the TPMS sensor matching process should be performed after replacing a spare tire with a road tire containing the TPMS sensor. The malfunction light and the DIC message, if equipped, should go off at the next ignition cycle. The sensors are matched to the tire/wheel positions, using a TPMS 297 relearn tool, in the following order: driver side front tire, passenger side front tire, passenger side rear tire, and driver side rear. See your dealer for service or to purchase a relearn tool. A TPMS relearn tool can also be purchased. See Tire Pressure Monitor Sensor Activation Tool at www.gmtoolsandequipment.com or call 1-800-GM TOOLS (1-800-468-6657). There are two minutes to match the first tire/wheel position, and five minutes overall to match all four tire/wheel positions. If it takes longer, the matching process stops and must be restarted. The TPMS sensor matching process is: 1. Set the parking brake. 2. Turn the ignition on without starting the vehicle or place the vehicle in Service Mode. See Ignition Positions 0 196. 3. Use SELECT or o / p to select the Vehicle in the Base Level Driver Information Center (DIC). Or Use SELECT or o / p to select the Info page in the Uplevel Driver Information Center (DIC). 4. Use the thumbwheel to scroll to the Tire Pressure Learn Menu Item (Base DIC) or the Tire Pressure Menu Item screen (Uplevel DIC). Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 298 Vehicle Care 5. Press and hold l or the thumbwheel to begin the sensor matching process. A message requesting acceptance of the process may display. 6. If requested, press l or the thumbwheel again to confirm the selection. 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 relearn tool against the tire sidewall, near the valve stem. Then press the button to activate the TPMS sensor. A horn chirp confirms that the sensor identification code has been matched to this tire and wheel position. 9. Proceed to the passenger side front tire, and repeat the procedure in Step 8. 10. Proceed to the passenger side rear tire, and repeat the procedure in Step 8. 11. Proceed to the driver side rear tire, and repeat the procedure in Step 8. The horn sounds two times to indicate the sensor identification code has been matched to the driver side rear tire, and the TPMS sensor matching process is no longer active. The TIRE LEARN or TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE message on the DIC display screen goes off. 12. Turn the vehicle off. 13. Set all four tires to the recommended air pressure level as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information label. Tire Inspection We recommend that the tires, including the spare tire, if the vehicle has one, be inspected for signs of wear or damage at least once a month. Replace the tire if: . The indicators at three or more places around the tire can be seen. . There is cord or fabric showing through the tire's rubber. . The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut, or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric. . The tire has a bump, bulge, or split. . The tire has a puncture, cut, or other damage that cannot be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage. Tire Rotation Tires should be rotated every 12 000 km (7,500 mi). See Maintenance Schedule 0 325. Tires are rotated to achieve a more uniform wear for all tires. The first rotation is the most important. 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 rotation, check the wheel alignment. See When It Is Time for New Tires 0 299 and Wheel Replacement 0 303. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Vehicle Care Check that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” under Capacities and Specifications 0 338, and “Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire” under Tire Changing 0 305. { Warning Use this rotation pattern when rotating the tires. Do not include the compact spare tire in the tire rotation. Adjust the front and rear tires to the recommended inflation pressure on the Tire and Loading Information label after the tires have been rotated. See Tire Pressure 0 293 and Vehicle Load Limits 0 192. Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor System. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 0 295. Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can cause wheel nuts to become loose over time. The wheel could come off and cause a crash. When changing a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, a cloth or paper towel can be used; however, use a scraper or wire brush later to remove all rust or dirt. 299 { Warning Do not apply grease 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 Tires Factors, such as maintenance, temperatures, driving speeds, vehicle loading, and road conditions affect the wear rate of the tires. Lightly coat the inner diameter of the wheel hub opening with wheel bearing grease after a wheel change or tire rotation to prevent corrosion or rust buildup. Treadwear indicators are one way to tell when it is time for new tires. Treadwear indicators appear when the tires have only Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 300 Vehicle Care 1.6 mm (1/16 in) or less of tread remaining. See Tire Inspection 0 298 and Tire Rotation 0 298 for additional information. The rubber in tires ages over time. This also applies to the spare tire, if the vehicle has one, even if it is never used. Multiple factors including temperatures, loading conditions, and inflation pressure maintenance affect how fast aging takes place. GM recommends that tires, including the spare if equipped, be replaced after six years, regardless of tread wear. To identify the age of a tire, use the tire manufacture date, which is the last four digits of the DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN) molded into one side of the tire sidewall. The last four digits of the TIN indicate the tire manufactured date. The first two digits represent the week and the last two digits, the year. For example, the third week of the year 2020 would have a 4-digit DOT date of 0320. Week 01 is the first full week (Sunday through Saturday) of each year. Vehicle Storage Tires age when stored normally mounted on a parked vehicle. Park a vehicle that will be stored for at least a month in a cool, dry, clean area away from direct sunlight to slow aging. This area should be free of grease, gasoline, or other substances that can deteriorate rubber. Parking for an extended period can cause flat spots on the tires that may result in vibrations while driving. When storing a vehicle for at least a month, remove the tires or raise the vehicle to reduce 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 Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) system rating. When replacement tires are needed, GM strongly recommends buying tires with the same TPC Spec rating. GM's exclusive TPC Spec system considers over a dozen critical specifications that impact the overall performance of the vehicle, including brake system performance, ride and handling, traction control, and tire pressure monitoring performance. GM's TPC Spec number is molded onto the tire's sidewall near the tire size. If the tires have an all-season tread design, the TPC Spec number will be followed by MS for mud and snow. See Tire Sidewall Labeling 0 289 for additional information. GM recommends replacing worn tires in complete sets of four. Uniform tread depth on all tires will help to maintain the performance of the vehicle. Braking and handling performance may be adversely affected if all the tires are not replaced at the same time. If proper rotation and maintenance have been done, all four tires should wear out at about the same time. However, if it is necessary to replace only one axle set of worn tires, place the new tires on the rear axle. See Tire Rotation 0 298. { Warning Tires could explode during improper service. Attempting to mount or dismount a tire could cause injury or (Continued) Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) death. Only your dealer or authorized tire service center should mount or dismount the tires. { Warning Mixing tires of different sizes (other than those originally installed on the vehicle), brands, tread patterns, or types may cause loss of vehicle control, resulting in a crash or other vehicle damage. Use the correct size, brand, and type of tire on all wheels. { Warning Using bias-ply tires on the vehicle may cause the wheel rim flanges to develop cracks after many miles of driving. A tire and/or wheel could fail suddenly and cause a crash. Use only radial-ply tires with the wheels on the vehicle. Winter tires with the same speed rating as the original equipment tires may not be available for H, V, W, Y and ZR speed rated tires. Never exceed the winter tires’ maximum speed capability when using winter tires with a lower speed rating. If the vehicle tires must be replaced with a tire that does not have a TPC Spec number, make sure they are the same size, load range, speed rating, and construction (radial) as the original tires. The Tire and Loading Information label indicates the original equipment tires on the vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits 0 192. Different Size Tires and Wheels If wheels or tires are installed that are a different size than the original equipment wheels and tires, vehicle performance, including its braking, ride and handling characteristics, stability, and resistance to rollover may be affected. If the vehicle has electronic systems such as antilock brakes, rollover airbags, traction control, electronic 301 stability control, or All-Wheel Drive, the performance of these systems can also be affected. { Warning If different sized wheels are used, there may not be an acceptable level of performance and safety if tires not recommended for those wheels are selected. This increases the chance of a crash and serious injury. Only use GM specific wheel and tire systems developed for the vehicle, and have them properly installed by a GM certified technician. See Buying New Tires 0 300 and Accessories and Modifications 0 252. Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), which grades tires by treadwear, traction, and temperature performance. This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States. The grades are molded on the sidewalls of most passenger car tires. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 302 Vehicle Care The Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG) system does not apply to deep tread, winter tires, compact spare tires, tires with nominal 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 must also conform to federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) standards. Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform to Federal Safety Requirements In Addition To These Grades. Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1½) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate. Traction The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics. Temperature The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under 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 tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Vehicle Care Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels were aligned and balanced at the factory to provide the longest tire life and best overall performance. Adjustments to wheel alignment and tire balancing are not necessary on a regular basis. Consider an alignment check if there is unusual tire wear or the vehicle is significantly pulling to one side or the other. Some slight pull to the left or right, depending on the crown of the road and/or other road surface variations such as troughs or ruts, is normal. If the vehicle is vibrating when driving on a smooth road, the tires and wheels may need to be rebalanced. See your dealer for proper diagnosis. Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replace it. Some aluminum wheels can be repaired. See your dealer if any of these conditions exist. Your dealer will know the kind of wheel that is needed. Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset, and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces. Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) sensors with new GM original equipment parts. { Warning Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel nuts can be dangerous. It could affect the braking and handling of the vehicle. Tires can lose air and cause loss of control, resulting in a crash. Always use the correct wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts for replacement. Caution The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or odometer calibration, (Continued) 303 Caution (Continued) headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance, and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis. Used Replacement Wheels { Warning Replacing a wheel with a used one is dangerous. How it has been used or how far it has been driven may be unknown. It could fail suddenly and cause a crash. When replacing wheels, use a new GM original equipment wheel. Tire Chains { Warning Do not use tire chains. There is not enough clearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes, suspension, or other vehicle parts. The area damaged by the tire chains could cause loss of control and a crash. (Continued) Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 304 Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) Use another type of traction device only if its manufacturer recommends it for the vehicle's tire size combination and road conditions. Follow that manufacturer's instructions. To avoid vehicle damage, drive slow and readjust or remove the traction device if it contacts the vehicle. Do not spin the wheels. If traction devices are used, install them on the front tires. If a Tire Goes Flat It is unusual for a tire to blow out while driving, especially if the tires are maintained properly. See Tires 0 287. If air goes out of a tire, it is much more likely to leak out slowly. But if there is ever a blowout, here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do: If a front tire fails, the flat tire creates a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly. Steer to maintain lane position, and then gently brake to a stop, well off the road, if possible. A rear blowout, particularly on a curve, acts much like a skid and may require the same correction as used in a skid. Stop pressing the accelerator pedal and steer to straighten the vehicle. It may be very bumpy and noisy. Gently brake to a stop, well off the road, if possible. { Warning Driving on a flat tire will cause permanent damage to the tire. Re-inflating a tire after it has been 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 underinflated or flat. Have your dealer or an authorized tire service center repair or replace the flat tire as soon as possible. { Warning Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without the appropriate safety equipment and training. If a jack is provided with the vehicle, it is designed only for (Continued) Warning (Continued) changing a flat tire. If it is used for anything else, you or others could be badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack is provided with the vehicle, only use it for changing a flat tire. If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place, well off the road, if possible. Turn on the hazard warning flashers. See Hazard Warning Flashers 0 124. { Warning Changing a tire can be dangerous. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over or fall causing injury or death. Find a level place to change the tire. To help prevent the vehicle from moving: 1. Set the parking brake firmly. 2. Put an automatic transmission in P (Park) or a manual transmission in 1 (First) or R (Reverse). 3. Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised. (Continued) Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) 4. Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle. 5. Place wheel blocks, if equipped, on both sides of the tire at the opposite corner of the tire being changed. 305 Tire Changing Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The spare tire and tools are located under the load floor in the rear of the vehicle. When the vehicle has a flat tire (2), use the following example as a guide to assist in the placement of the wheel blocks (1), if equipped. With Subwoofer Without Subwoofer 1. Wheel Block (If Equipped) 2. Flat Tire The following information explains how to repair or change a tire. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Tow Eye Jack Wrench Strap Funnel 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Tow Eye Wrench Jack Strap Wing Nut Funnel To 1. 2. 3. access the spare tire and tools: Open the liftgate. See Liftgate 0 18. Remove the load floor. Turn the wing nut counterclockwise and remove the spare tire. Place the spare tire next to the tire being changed. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 306 Vehicle Care 4. Remove the jack and tools and place them near the tire being changed. 4. Place the hex tube end of the wrench over the hex head of the jack to attach it. 5. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise until the lift head is firmly contacting the proper lifting point nearest the flat tire. Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See If a Tire Goes Flat 0 304. { Warning 3. Place the jack at the position marked with a half circle. Getting under a vehicle when it is lifted on a jack is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. { Warning 2. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen the wheel nuts. Do not remove them yet. Raising the vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Vehicle Care { Warning Warning (Continued) Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without the appropriate safety equipment and training. If a jack is provided with the vehicle, it is designed only for changing a flat tire. If it is used for anything else, you or others could be badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack is provided with the vehicle, only use it for changing a flat tire. and cause a crash. When changing a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, a cloth or paper towel can be used; however, use a scraper or wire brush later to remove all rust or dirt. (Continued) { Warning Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts because the nuts might come loose. The vehicle's wheel could fall off, causing a crash. 11. Reinstall the wheel nuts. Turn each nut clockwise, by hand, until the wheel is held against the hub. 12. Lower the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. { Warning 6. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit underneath the wheel well. 7. Turn the wheel nuts counterclockwise to remove them. 8. Remove the flat tire. { Warning Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can cause wheel nuts to become loose over time. The wheel could come off 307 9. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces, and spare wheel. 10. Place the spare tire on the wheel-mounting surface. Wheel nuts that are improperly or incorrectly tightened can cause the wheels to become loose or come off. The wheel nuts should be tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification after replacing. Follow the torque specification supplied by the aftermarket manufacturer when using accessory locking wheel nuts. See Capacities and Specifications 0 338 for original equipment wheel nut torque specifications. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 308 Vehicle Care Caution Caution Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification. See Capacities and Specifications 0 338 for the wheel nut torque specification. Wheel covers will not fit on the vehicle's compact spare. If you try to put a wheel cover on the compact spare, the cover or the spare could be damaged. Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools { Warning Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. 13. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly with the wheel wrench in a crisscross sequence, as shown. Storing the Flat Tire and Tools 1. Return the jack and tools to their original storage location. 2. Replace the load floor. 3. Place the flat tire, lying flat, in the rear storage compartment. 4. Attach one end of the strap to a cargo tie-down in the rear of the vehicle. 5. Route the strap through the wheel, as shown. 6. Attach the other end of the strap to the other cargo tie-down in the rear of the vehicle. 7. Tighten the strap. Storing the Compact Spare Tire and Tools Reverse the instructions for removing the spare tire and tools to store the spare tire. The compact spare tire is for temporary use only. Replace the compact spare tire with a full-size tire as soon as you can. See Compact Spare Tire 0 309. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Vehicle Care Compact Spare Tire { Warning Driving with more than one compact spare tire at a time could result in loss of braking and handling. This could lead to a crash and you or others could be injured. Use only one compact spare tire at a time. If this vehicle has a compact spare tire, it was fully inflated when new; however, it can lose air over time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 420 kPa (60 psi). Stop as soon as possible and check that the spare tire is correctly inflated after being installed on the vehicle. The compact spare tire is designed for temporary use only. The vehicle will 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 or replaced as soon as convenient and return the spare tire to the storage area. When using a compact spare tire, the AWD (if equipped), ABS, and Traction Control systems may engage until the spare tire is recognized by the vehicle, especially on slippery roads. Adjust driving to reduce possible wheel slip. Caution When the compact spare is installed, do not take the vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails. The compact spare can get caught on the rails which can damage the tire, wheel, and other parts of the vehicle. Do not use the compact spare on other vehicles. Do not mix the compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires. They will not fit. Keep the spare tire and its wheel together. Caution Tire chains will not fit the compact spare. Using them can damage the vehicle and the chains. Do not use tire chains on the compact spare. 309 Jump Starting Jump Starting - North America For more information about the vehicle battery, see Battery - North America 0 270. If the battery has run down, try to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to use the following steps to do it safely. { Warning WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories can expose you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. See the warning on the back cover. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 310 Vehicle Care The good battery negative (–) terminal and good battery positive (+) terminal are on the battery of the vehicle providing the jump start. { Warning Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: The discharged battery positive (+) terminal is under a trim cover. Open the cover to expose the terminal. 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system. . They contain acid that can burn you. . They contain gas that can explode or ignite. . They contain enough electricity to burn you. If you do not follow these steps exactly, some or all of these things can hurt you. Caution Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to the vehicle that would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Trying to start the vehicle by pushing or pulling it will not work, and it could damage the vehicle. Caution 1. Discharged Battery Positive (+) Terminal 2. Discharged Battery Negative (–) Grounding Point 3. Good Battery Negative (–) Terminal 4. Good Battery Positive (+) Terminal The discharged battery positive (+) terminal is in the engine compartment on the driver side of the vehicle. The discharged battery negative (–) grounding point is the engine block or an engine mounting bolt. Connect to a spot as far away from the discharged battery as possible. If the other vehicle does not have a 12-volt system with a negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged. Only use a vehicle that has a 12-volt system with a negative ground for jump starting. 2. Position the two vehicles so that they are not touching. 3. Set the parking brake firmly and put the shift lever in P (Park) with an automatic transmission, or Neutral with a manual transmission. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Vehicle Care Caution Warning (Continued) If any accessories are left on or plugged in during the jump starting procedure, they could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Whenever possible, turn off or unplug all accessories on either vehicle when jump starting. Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you. Do not get it on you. If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin, flush the place with water and get medical help immediately. 4. Turn the ignition off. Turn off all lights and accessories in both vehicles, except the hazard warning flashers if needed. { Warning An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan. { Warning Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light. (Continued) { Warning Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running. 5. Connect one end of the red positive (+) cable to the discharged battery positive (+) terminal. 6. Connect the other end of the red positive (+) cable to the good battery positive (+) terminal. 7. Connect one end of the black negative (–) cable to the good battery negative (–) terminal. 8. Connect the other end of the black negative (–) cable to the discharged battery negative (–) grounding point. 311 9. Start the engine in the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine at idle speed for at least four minutes. 10. Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery. If it will not start after a few tries, it probably needs service. Caution 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 remove the jumper cables in the correct order, making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other metal. Jumper Cable Removal Reverse the sequence exactly when removing the jumper cables. After starting the disabled vehicle and removing the jumper cables, allow it to idle for several minutes. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 312 Vehicle Care Towing the Vehicle Caution Incorrectly towing a disabled vehicle may cause damage. The damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not lash or hook to suspension components. Use the proper straps around the tires to secure the vehicle. Do not drag a locked wheel/tire. Use tire skates or dollies under any locked wheel/tire while loading the vehicle. Do not use a sling type lift to tow the vehicle. This could damage the vehicle. GM recommends a flatbed tow truck to transport a disabled vehicle. Use ramps to help reduce approach angles, if necessary. A towed vehicle should have its drive wheels off the ground. Contact Roadside Assistance or a professional towing service if the disabled vehicle must be towed. Front Attachment Points Caution Improper use of the tow eye can damage the vehicle. If equipped, use the tow eye to load a disabled vehicle onto a flatbed tow truck from a flat road surface, or to move the vehicle a short distance. Use caution and low speeds. The transmission must be in (N) Neutral when moving the vehicle. The vehicle is equipped with specific attachment points to be used by the towing provider. These holes may be used to pull the vehicle 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 most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as dinghy towing and dolly towing. Dinghy towing is towing the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground. Dolly towing is towing the vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a dolly. Here are some important things to consider before recreational vehicle towing: . What is the towing capacity of the towing vehicle? Be sure to read the tow vehicle manufacturer's recommendations. . What is the distance that will be traveled? Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow. . Is the proper towing equipment going to be used? See your dealer or trailering professional for additional advice and equipment recommendations. . Is the vehicle ready to be towed? Just as preparing the vehicle for a long trip, make sure the vehicle is prepared to be towed. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Vehicle Care Caution Use of a shield mounted in front of the vehicle grille could restrict airflow and cause damage to the transmission. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. If using 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 be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not tow the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground. The vehicle was not designed to be towed with all four wheels on the ground. Dinghy Towing (All-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Only) 313 1. Position the vehicle to tow and then secure it to the tow vehicle. 2. Apply the parking brake. 3. Put the vehicle into ACC/ACCESSORY by pressing ENGINE START/STOP one time without the brake pedal applied. 4. Shift the transmission to N (Neutral). The chime will ring continuously for 30 seconds. Leave the transmission in N (Neutral). 5. Release the parking brake. 6. Disconnect the negative battery cable at the battery. See “Negative Battery Cable Disconnection” under Battery - North America 0 270. 7. Cover the negative 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 113 km/h (70 mph) while towing the vehicle. To dinghy tow the vehicle from the front with all four wheels on the ground: To disconnect the towed vehicle: 1. Park on a level surface. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 314 Vehicle Care 2. Apply the parking brake. 3. Make sure that the ignition is off. 4. Remove any tape, glue, or excess material from the negative battery post. 5. Connect the battery. See “Negative Battery Cable Reconnection” under Battery - North America 0 270. 6. Disconnect the vehicle from the tow vehicle. 7. Release the parking brake. Dolly Towing (Front-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Only) Towing the Vehicle from the Rear Dolly Towing (All-Wheel-Drive Vehicles) All-wheel-drive vehicles must not be towed with two wheels on the ground. 8. Disconnect the negative battery cable at the battery. See “Negative Battery Cable Disconnection” Battery - North America 0 270. 9. Cover the negative battery post with a non-conductive material to prevent any contact with the negative battery terminal. To tow a front-wheel-drive vehicle from the front with two wheels on the ground: 1. Put the front wheels on a dolly. 2. Move the shift lever to P (Park). 3. Set the parking brake. 4. Clamp the steering wheel in a straight-ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing. 5. Turn the vehicle off. 6. Secure the vehicle to the dolly. 7. Release the parking brake. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Vehicle Care Appearance Care Exterior Care Locks Locks are lubricated at the factory. Use a de-icing agent only when absolutely necessary, and have the locks greased after using. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 333. Washing the Vehicle Caution Towing the vehicle from the rear could damage it. Also, repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Never have the vehicle towed from the rear. Do not tow the vehicle from the rear. To preserve the vehicle's finish, wash it often and out of direct sunlight. Caution Do not use petroleum-based, acidic, or abrasive cleaning agents as they can damage the vehicle's paint, metal, or plastic parts. If damage occurs, it would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Approved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer. Follow all manufacturer directions regarding correct product usage, necessary safety precautions, and appropriate disposal of any vehicle care product. 315 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 removal of paint and decals. If using an automatic car wash, follow the car wash instructions. The windshield wiper and rear window wiper, if equipped, must be off. Remove any accessories that may be damaged or interfere with the car wash equipment. Rinse the vehicle well, before washing and after, to remove all cleaning agents completely. If they are allowed to dry on the surface, they could stain. Dry the finish with a soft, clean chamois or an all-cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 316 Vehicle Care Cleaning Underhood Components Caution Do not power wash any component under the hood that has this e symbol. This could cause damage that would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Solvents or aggressive cleaners may harm underhood components. The usages of these chemicals should be avoided. Recommend water only. A pressure washer may be used, but care must be utilized. The following criteria must be followed: . Water pressure must be kept below 14 000 KPa (2,000 PSI). . Water temperature must be below 80 °C (180 °F). . Spray nozzle with a 40 degree wide angle spray pattern or wider must be used. . Nozzle must be kept at least 30 cm (1 ft) away from all surfaces. Finish Care Caution (Continued) Application of aftermarket clearcoat sealant/ wax materials is not recommended. If painted surfaces are damaged, see your dealer to have the damage assessed and repaired. Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can damage the vehicle's finish if they remain on painted surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon as possible. If necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter. Occasional hand waxing or mild polishing should be done to remove residue from the paint finish. See your dealer for approved cleaning products. Do not apply waxes or polishes to uncoated plastic, vinyl, rubber, decals, simulated wood, or flat paint as damage can occur. Caution Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish may damage it. Use only (Continued) 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 covered whenever possible. Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Moldings Caution Failure to clean and protect the bright metal moldings can result in a hazy white finish or pitting. This damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. The bright metal moldings on the vehicle are aluminum, chrome, or stainless steel. To prevent damage always follow these cleaning instructions: . Be sure the molding is cool to the touch before applying any cleaning solution. . Use only approved cleaning solutions for aluminum, chrome, or stainless steel. Some cleaners are highly acidic or contain alkaline substances and can damage the moldings. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Vehicle Care . Always dilute a concentrated cleaner . Solvents, alcohols, fuels, or other harsh according to the manufacturer’s instructions. . Do not use cleaners that are not intended for automotive use. . Use a nonabrasive wax on the vehicle after washing to protect and extend the molding finish. cleaners. . Ice scrapers or other hard items. . Aftermarket appearance caps or covers while the lamps are illuminated, due to excessive heat generated. Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses, Emblems, Decals, and Stripes Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth, and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps, lenses, emblems, decals, and stripes. Follow instructions under "Washing the Vehicle" previously in this section. Lamp covers are made of plastic, and some have a UV protective coating. Do not clean or wipe them when dry. Do not use any of the following on lamp covers: . Abrasive or caustic agents. . Washer fluids and other cleaning agents in higher concentrations than suggested by the manufacturer. 317 Shutter System Caution Failure to clean lamps properly can cause damage to the lamp cover that would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Caution Using wax on low gloss black finish stripes can increase the gloss level and create a non-uniform finish. Clean low gloss stripes with soap and water only. Air Intakes Clear debris from the air intakes, between the hood and windshield, when washing the vehicle. The vehicle may have a shutter system designed to help improve fuel economy. Keep the shutter system clear of debris, snow and ice. If the check engine light is activated, please check to see if the shutter system is clear of debris, snow or ice. Windshield and Wiper Blades Clean the outside of the windshield with glass cleaner. Clean rubber blades using a lint-free cloth or paper towel soaked with windshield washer fluid or a mild detergent. Wash the windshield thoroughly when cleaning the Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 318 Vehicle Care blades. Bugs, road grime, sap, and a buildup of vehicle wash/wax treatments may cause wiper streaking. Replace the wiper blades if they are worn or damaged. Damage can be caused by extreme dusty conditions, sand, salt, heat, sun, snow, and ice. Weatherstrips Apply weatherstrip lubricant on weatherstrips to make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Lubricate weatherstrips at least once a year. Hot, dry climates may require more frequent application. Black marks from rubber material on painted surfaces can be removed by rubbing with a clean cloth. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 333. Tires Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to clean the tires. Caution (Continued) tire dressing, 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 water, dry with a soft, clean towel. A wax may then be applied. Caution Chrome wheels and chrome wheel trim may be damaged if the vehicle is not washed after driving on roads that have been sprayed with magnesium chloride or calcium chloride. These are used on roads for conditions such as dust and ice. Always wash the chrome with soap and water after exposure. Caution Using petroleum-based tire dressing products on the vehicle may damage the paint finish and/or tires. When applying a (Continued) Caution To avoid surface damage on wheels and wheel trim, do not use strong soaps, chemicals, abrasive polishes, cleaners, (Continued) Caution (Continued) or brushes. Use only GM approved cleaners. Do not drive the vehicle through an automatic car wash that uses silicon carbide tire/wheel cleaning brushes. Damage could occur and the repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Brake System Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for proper attachment, connections, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Inspect drum brake linings/shoes for wear or cracks. Inspect all other brake parts. Steering, Suspension, and Chassis Components Visually inspect steering, suspension, and chassis components for damaged, loose, or missing parts or signs of wear at least once a year. Inspect power steering for proper attachment, connections, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Vehicle Care Visually check constant velocity joint boots and axle seals for leaks. Body Component Lubrication Lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood hinges, liftgate hinges, and steel fuel door hinges, unless the components are plastic. Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips with a clean cloth will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection while maintaining the vehicle warranty. Finish Damage Quickly repair minor chips and scratches with touch-up materials available from your dealer to avoid corrosion. Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your dealer's body and paint shop. Underbody Maintenance Chemical Paint Spotting At least twice a year, spring and fall, use plain water to flush any corrosive materials from the underbody. Take care to thoroughly clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect. Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted vehicle surfaces causing blotchy, ring-shaped discolorations, and small, irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface. See “Finish Care” previously in this section. 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 fluid. Contaminated fluid will decrease the life of the transfer case and/or axles and should be replaced. Sheet Metal Damage If the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection. Interior Care To prevent dirt particle abrasions, regularly clean the vehicle's interior. Before using cleaners, read and follow all safety instructions on the label. While cleaning the interior, open the doors and windows to get proper ventilation. Newspapers or dark garments can transfer color to the vehicle’s interior. 319 Caution Immediately remove cleaners, hand lotions, sunscreen, and insect repellent from all interior surfaces or permanent damage may result. Caution Use cleaners specifically designed for the surfaces being cleaned to prevent permanent damage to the vehicle. Apply all cleaners directly to a cleaning cloth. Do not spray cleaners on any switches or controls. When using liquid soap cleaners, follow the directions on the specific cleaner or soap solution for dilution instructions. Caution To prevent damage: . Never use a razor or any other sharp object to remove soil from any interior surface . Never use a brush with stiff bristles. (Continued) Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 320 Vehicle Care Caution (Continued) . Never rub any surface aggressively or . . . . . . with too much pressure. Do not get any exposed electrical components wet. Do not use laundry detergents or dishwashing soaps with degreasers. Do not use solutions that contain strong or caustic soap. Do not heavily saturate the upholstery when cleaning. Do not use solvents or cleaners containing solvents. Do not use disinfecting wipes that are scented or contain bleach. Do not use wipes or cleaners that show a color transfer to the wipe or change the appearance of the interior surface when used. Do not use scented or gel-type hand sanitizers. If hand sanitizer comes in contact with interior surfaces of the vehicle, blot immediately and clean with a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap and water solution. Interior Glass Vinyl/Rubber To clean, use a microfiber cloth fabric dampened with water. Wipe droplets left behind with a clean dry cloth. If necessary, use a commercial glass cleaner after cleaning with plain water. If equipped with vinyl floor and rubber floor mats, use a soft cloth and/or brush dampened with water to remove dust and loose dirt. For more thorough cleaning, use a mild soap and water solution. Caution To prevent scratching, never use abrasive cleaners on automotive glass. Abrasive cleaners or aggressive cleaning may damage the rear window defogger. Cleaning the windshield with water during the first three to six months of ownership will reduce tendency to fog. Speaker Covers Vacuum around a speaker cover gently, so that the speaker will not be damaged. Clean spots with water and mild soap. Coated Moldings Coated moldings should be cleaned. . When lightly soiled, wipe with a sponge or soft, lint-free cloth dampened with water. . When heavily soiled, use warm soapy water. { Warning Do not use cleaners that contain silicone, wax-based products, or cleaners that increase gloss on vinyl/rubber floor and mats. These cleaners can permanently change the appearance and feel of the vinyl/rubber and can make the floor slippery. Your foot could slip while operating the vehicle, and you could lose control, resulting in a crash. You or others could be injured. Fabric/Carpet/Suede Start by vacuuming the surface using a soft brush attachment. If a rotating vacuum brush attachment is being used, only use it on the floor carpet. Before cleaning, gently remove as much of the soil as possible: . Gently blot liquids with a paper towel. Continue blotting until no more soil can be removed. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Vehicle Care . For solid soils, remove as much as possible prior to vacuuming. To clean: 1. Saturate a clean, lint-free colorfast cloth with water. Microfiber cloth is recommended to prevent lint transfer to the fabric or carpet. 2. Remove excess moisture by gently wringing until water does not drip from the cleaning cloth. 3. Start on the outside edge of the soil and gently rub toward the center. Fold the cleaning cloth to a clean area frequently to prevent forcing the soil into the fabric. 4. Continue gently rubbing 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 soil is not completely removed, it may be necessary to use a commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter. Test a small hidden area for colorfastness before using a commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter. If ring formation occurs, clean the entire fabric or carpet. After cleaning, use a paper towel to blot excess moisture. Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces and Vehicle Information and Radio Displays Use a microfiber cloth on high gloss surfaces or vehicle displays. First, use a soft bristle brush to remove dirt that can scratch the surface. Then gently clean by rubbing with a microfiber cloth. Never use window cleaners or solvents. Periodically hand wash the microfiber cloth separately, using mild soap. Do not use bleach or fabric softener. Rinse thoroughly and air dry before next use. Caution Do not attach a device with a suction cup to the display. This may cause damage and would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. 321 Instrument Panel, Leather, Vinyl, Other Plastic Surfaces, Low Gloss Paint Surfaces, and Natural Open Pore Wood Surfaces Use a soft bristle brush to remove dust from knobs and crevices on the instrument cluster. Use a soft microfiber cloth dampened with water to remove dust and loose dirt. For a more thorough cleaning, use a soft microfiber cloth dampened with a mild soap and water solution. Caution Soaking or saturating leather, especially perforated leather, as well as other interior surfaces, may cause permanent damage. Wipe excess moisture from these surfaces after cleaning and allow them to dry naturally. Never use heat, steam, or spot removers. Do not use liquids that contain alcohol or solvents on leather seats. Do not use cleaners that contain silicone or wax-based products. Cleaners containing these solvents can permanently change the appearance and feel of leather or soft trim, and are not recommended. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 322 Vehicle Care Do not use cleaners that increase gloss, especially on the instrument panel. Reflected glare can decrease visibility through the windshield under certain conditions. Caution Use of air fresheners may cause permanent damage to plastics and painted surfaces. If an air freshener comes in contact with any plastic or painted surface in the vehicle, blot immediately and clean with a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution. Damage caused by air fresheners would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Cargo Cover and Convenience Net If equipped, wash with warm water and mild detergent. Do not use chlorine bleach. Rinse with cold water, and then dry completely. Care of Seat Belts Keep belts clean and dry. { Warning Do not bleach or dye seat belt webbing. It may severely weaken the webbing. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean and rinse seat belt webbing only with mild soap and lukewarm water. Allow the webbing to dry. Floor Mats { Warning If a floor mat is the wrong size or is not properly installed, it can interfere with the pedals. Interference with the pedals can cause unintended acceleration and/or increased stopping distance which can cause a crash and injury. Make sure the floor mat does not interfere with the pedals. Use the following guidelines for proper floor mat usage. . The original equipment floor mats were designed for your vehicle. If the floor mats need replacing, it is recommended that GM certified floor mats be purchased. Non-GM floor mats may not 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 floor mat retainer on the driver side floor. . Use the floor mat with the correct side up. Do not turn it over. . Do not place anything on top of the driver side floor mat. . Use only a single floor mat on the driver side. . Do not place one floor mat on top of another. The driver side floor mat is held in place by a button-type retainer. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Vehicle Care Cleaning Rubber Floor Mats (All-Weather Mats and Floor Liners) { Warning Removing and Replacing the Floor Mats 1. Pull up on the rear of the floor mat to unlock the retainers and remove. 2. Reinstall by lining up the floor mat retainer openings over the carpet retainers and snap into position. 3. Make sure the floor mat is properly secured in place. Verify the floor mat does not interfere with the pedals. Do not use cleaners that contain silicone, wax-based products, or cleaners that increase gloss on rubber floor mats/liners. These cleaners can permanently change the appearance and feel of the rubber and can make the floor mats/liners slippery. Your foot could slip while operating the vehicle, and you could lose control, resulting in a crash. You or others could be injured. Use a soft cloth and/or a brush dampened with water to remove dust and loose dirt. For more thorough cleaning, use a mild soap solution. 323 Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 324 Service and Maintenance Service and Maintenance General Information General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325 Special Application Services Special Application Services . . . . . . . . . . . 330 Additional Maintenance and Care Additional Maintenance and Care . . . . . 330 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . . . 333 Maintenance Replacement Parts . . . . . . . 334 Maintenance Records Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336 General Information Your vehicle is an important investment. This section describes the required maintenance for the vehicle. Follow this schedule to help protect against major repair expenses resulting from neglect or inadequate maintenance. It may also help to maintain the value of the vehicle if it is sold. It is the responsibility of the owner to have all required maintenance performed. Your 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 extended evening and Saturday hours, courtesy transportation, and online scheduling to assist with service needs. Your dealer recognizes the importance of providing competitively priced maintenance and repair services. With trained technicians, the dealer is the place for routine maintenance such as oil changes and tire rotations and additional maintenance items like tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper blades. Caution Damage caused by improper maintenance can lead to costly repairs and may not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, recommended fluids, and lubricants are important to keep the vehicle in good working condition. Do not have chemical flushes that are not approved by GM performed on the vehicle. The use of flushes, solvents, cleaners, or lubricants that are not approved by GM could damage the vehicle, requiring expensive repairs that are not covered by the vehicle warranty. The Tire Rotation and Required Services are the responsibility of the vehicle owner. It is recommended to have your dealer perform these services every 12 000 km/7,500 mi. Proper vehicle maintenance helps to keep the vehicle in good working condition, improves fuel economy, and reduces vehicle emissions. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Service and Maintenance Because of the way people use vehicles, maintenance needs vary. There may need to be more frequent checks and services. The Additional Required Services - Normal are for vehicles that: . Carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Vehicle Load Limits 0 192. . Are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits. . Use the recommended fuel. See Recommended Fuel 0 239. Refer to the information in the Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services Normal chart. The Additional Required Services - Severe are for vehicles that are: . Mainly driven in heavy city traffic in hot weather. . Mainly driven in hilly or mountainous terrain. . Frequently towing a trailer. . Used for high speed or competitive driving. . Used for taxi, police, or delivery service. Refer to the information in the Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services Severe chart. { Warning Performing maintenance work can be dangerous and can cause serious injury. Perform maintenance work only if the required information, proper tools, and equipment are available. If they are not, see your dealer to have a trained technician do the work. See Doing Your Own Service Work 0 252. Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services Check the engine oil level. See Engine Oil 0 258. Once a Month . Check the tire inflation pressures. See Tire Pressure 0 293. . Inspect the tires for wear. See Tire Inspection 0 298. . Check the windshield washer fluid level. See Washer Fluid 0 267. 325 Engine Oil Change When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON DIC message displays, have the engine oil and filter changed within the next 1 000 km (600 mi). If driven under the best conditions, the engine oil life system may not indicate the need for vehicle service for up to a year. The engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and the oil life system must be reset. Your trained dealer technician can perform this work. If the engine oil life system is reset accidentally, service the vehicle within 5 000 km (3,000 mi) since the last service. Reset the oil life system when the oil is changed. See Engine Oil Life System 0 260. Air Conditioning Desiccant (Replace Every Seven Years) The air conditioning 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 complex. See your dealer. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 326 Service and Maintenance Engine Air Filter Change When the REPLACE AT NEXT OIL CHANGE message displays, the engine air filter should be replaced at the next engine oil change. When the REPLACE ENGINE AIR FILTER SOON message displays, the engine air filter should be replaced at the earliest convenience. Reset the engine air filter life system after the engine air filter is replaced. See Engine Air Filter Life System 0 260. Tire Rotation and Required Services Every 12 000 km (7,500 mi) Rotate the tires, if recommended for the vehicle, and perform the following services. See Tire Rotation 0 298. . Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. If needed, change engine oil and filter, and reset oil life system. See Engine Oil 0 258 and Engine Oil Life System 0 260. . Check the air filter life percentage. If necessary, replace the engine air filter and reset the engine air filter life system. See Engine Air Filter Life System. . Check engine coolant level. See Cooling System 0 262. . Check windshield washer fluid level. See Washer Fluid 0 267. . Check tire inflation pressures. See Tire . . . . . . . . Pressure 0 293. Inspect tire wear. See Tire Inspection 0 298. Visually check for fluid leaks. Inspect brake system. See Exterior Care 0 315. Visually inspect steering, suspension, and chassis components for damage, including cracks or tears in the rubber boots, loose or missing parts, or signs of wear at least once a year. See Exterior Care 0 315. Inspect power steering for proper attachment, connections, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Visually inspect halfshafts and driveshafts for excessive wear, lubricant leaks, and/or damage including: tube 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 seal leaks. Check restraint system components. See Safety System Check 0 50. Visually inspect the fuel system including the evaporative (EVAP) system for damage or leaks. Visually check all fuel . . . . . . . pipes, vapor lines, and hoses for proper attachment, connection, routing, and condition. Visually inspect exhaust system and nearby heat shields for loose or damaged parts. Lubricate body components. See Exterior Care 0 315. Check automatic transmission shift lock control function. See Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check 0 272. Check parking brake and automatic transmission park mechanism. See Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check 0 272. Check accelerator pedal for damage, high effort, or binding. Replace if needed. Visually inspect gas strut for signs of wear, cracks, or other damage. Check the hold open ability of the strut. If the hold open is low, service the gas strut. See Gas Strut(s) 0 274. Inspect sunroof track and seal, if equipped. See Sunroof 0 31. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 36 000 km /2 2 , 500 m i 4 8 000 km /30, 000 m i 60 000 km /37, 500 m i 72 000 km /4 5, 000 m i 84 000 km /52 , 500 m i 96 000 km /60, 000 m i 1 08 000 km /67, 500 m i 1 2 0 000 km /75, 000 m i 1 32 000 km /82 , 500 m i 1 4 4 000 km /90, 000 m i 1 56 000 km /97, 500 m i 1 68 000 km /1 05, 000 m i 1 80 000 km /1 1 2 , 500 m i 1 92 000 km /1 2 0, 000 m i 2 04 000 km /1 2 7, 500 m i 2 1 6 000 km /1 35, 000 m i 2 2 8 000 km /1 4 2 , 500 m i 2 4 0 000 km /1 50, 000 m i Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Check engine air filter life percentage and status. Change engine air filter, if needed. (1) 2 4 000 km /1 5, 000 m i Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal 327 1 2 000 km /7, 500 m i Service and Maintenance @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Replace passenger compartment air filter. (2) @ @ @ @ @ Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires and/or boots. @ @ Change rear axle fluid, if equipped with AWD. (3) @ Drain and fill engine cooling system. (4) @ Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (5) @ Replace brake fluid. (6) Replace front and rear wiper blades. (7) Replace hood and/or body lift support gas struts. (8) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Replace air conditioning desiccant. (9) Replace oil pump drive belt and timing belt. (LIH 1.2L L3 Engine Only). (10) @ Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 328 Service and Maintenance Footnotes — Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal (1) Or every four years, whichever comes first. If driving in dusty conditions, inspect the filter at each oil change or more often as needed. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 261. (2) Or every two years, whichever comes first. More frequent passenger compartment air filter replacement may be needed if driving in areas with heavy traffic, poor air quality, high dust levels, or environmental allergens. Passenger compartment air filter replacement may also be needed if there is reduced airflow, window fogging, or odors. Your GM dealer can help determine when to replace the filter. (3) 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 decrease the life of the transfer case and/or axles and should be replaced. (7) Or every 12 months, whichever comes first. See Wiper Blade Replacement 0 272. (4) Or every five years, whichever comes first. See Cooling System 0 262. (10) The oil pump drive belt and the timing belt on the LIH engine must be replaced at 150,000 miles (240,000 km) or 15 years, whichever comes first. (5) Or every 10 years, whichever comes first. Inspect for fraying, excessive cracking, or damage; replace, if needed. (6) Replace brake fluid every five years. See Brake Fluid 0 269. (8) Or every 10 years, whichever comes first. See Gas Strut(s) 0 274. (9) Replace air conditioning desiccant every seven years. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 36 000 km /2 2 , 500 m i 4 8 000 km /30, 000 m i 60 000 km /37, 500 m i 72 000 km /4 5, 000 m i 84 000 km /52 , 500 m i 96 000 km /60, 000 m i 1 08 000 km /67, 500 m i 1 2 0 000 km /75, 000 m i 1 32 000 km /82 , 500 m i 1 4 4 000 km /90, 000 m i 1 56 000 km /97, 500 m i 1 68 000 km /1 05, 000 m i 1 80 000 km /1 1 2 , 500 m i 1 92 000 km /1 2 0, 000 m i 2 04 000 km /1 2 7, 500 m i 2 1 6 000 km /1 35, 000 m i 2 2 8 000 km /1 4 2 , 500 m i 2 4 0 000 km /1 50, 000 m i Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Check engine air filter life percentage and status. Change engine air filter, if needed. (1) 2 4 000 km /1 5, 000 m i Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Severe 329 1 2 000 km /7, 500 m i Service and Maintenance @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Replace passenger compartment air filter. (2) @ Change automatic transmission fluid. (9 Speed Transmission Only) @ Change automatic transmission fluid and filter. (Continuously Variable Ratio Transmission (CVT) Only) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires and/or boots. @ @ @ @ Change rear axle fluid, if equipped with AWD. (3) @ Drain and fill engine cooling system. (4) @ Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (5) @ Replace brake fluid. (6) Replace front and rear wiper blades. (7) Replace hood and/or body lift support gas struts. (8) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Replace air conditioning desiccant. (9) Replace oil pump drive belt and timing belt. (LIH 1.2L L3 Engine Only). (10) @ Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 330 Service and Maintenance Footnotes — Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Severe (1) Or every four years, whichever comes first. If driving in dusty conditions, inspect the filter at each oil change or more often as needed. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 261. (5) Or every 10 years, whichever comes first. Inspect for fraying, excessive cracking, or damage; replace, if needed. Additional Maintenance and Care (6) Replace brake fluid every five years. See Brake Fluid 0 269. Your vehicle is an important investment and caring for it properly may help to avoid future costly repairs. To maintain vehicle performance, additional maintenance services may be required. (7) Or every 12 months, whichever comes first. See Wiper Blade Replacement 0 272. (2) Or every two years, whichever comes first. More frequent passenger compartment air filter replacement may be needed if driving in areas with heavy traffic, poor air quality, high dust levels, or environmental allergens. Passenger compartment air filter replacement may also be needed if there is reduced airflow, window fogging, or odors. Your GM dealer can help determine when to replace the filter. (8) Or every 10 years, whichever comes first. See Gas Strut(s) 0 274. (3) 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 decrease the life of the transfer case and/or axles and should be replaced. Special Application Services The following list is intended to explain the services and conditions to look for that may indicate services are required. . Severe Commercial Use Vehicles Only: Battery Lubricate chassis components every oil change. . Have underbody flushing service performed. See "Underbody Maintenance" in Exterior Care 0 315. The 12-volt battery supplies power to start the engine and operate any additional electrical accessories. . To avoid break-down or failure to start the vehicle, maintain a battery with full cranking power. (4) Or every five years, whichever comes first. See Cooling System 0 262. (9) Replace air conditioning desiccant every seven years. (10) The oil pump drive belt and the timing belt on the LIH engine must be replaced at 150,000 miles (240,000 km) or 15 years, whichever comes first. It is recommended that your dealer perform these services — their trained dealer technicians know your vehicle best. Your dealer can also perform a thorough assessment with a multi-point inspection to recommend when your vehicle may need attention. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Service and Maintenance . Trained dealer technicians have the diagnostic equipment to test the battery and ensure that the connections and cables are corrosion-free. Belts . Belts may need replacing if they squeak or show signs of cracking or splitting. . Trained dealer technicians have access to tools and equipment to inspect the belts and recommend adjustment or replacement when necessary. Brakes Brakes stop the vehicle and are crucial to safe driving. . Signs of brake wear may include chirping, grinding, or squealing noises, or difficulty stopping. . Trained dealer technicians have access to tools and equipment to inspect the brakes and recommend quality parts engineered for the vehicle. Fluids Proper fluid levels and approved fluids protect the vehicle’s systems and components. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 333 for GM approved fluids. . Engine oil and windshield washer fluid levels should be checked at every fuel fill. . Instrument cluster lights may come on to indicate that fluids may be low and need to be filled. Hoses Hoses transport fluids and should be regularly inspected to ensure that there are no cracks or leaks. With a multi-point inspection, your dealer can inspect the hoses and advise if replacement is needed. Lamps Properly working headlamps, taillamps, and brake lamps are important to see and be seen on the road. . Signs that the headlamps need attention include dimming, failure to light, cracking, or damage. The brake lamps need to be checked periodically to ensure that they light when braking. 331 . With a multi-point inspection, your dealer can check the lamps and note any concerns. Shocks and Struts Shocks and struts help aid in control for a smoother ride. . Signs of wear may include steering wheel vibration, bounce/sway while braking, longer 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 can advise when service is needed. Tires Tires need to be properly inflated, rotated, and balanced. Maintaining the tires can save money and fuel, and can reduce the risk of tire failure. . Signs that the tires need to be replaced include three or more visible treadwear indicators; cord or fabric showing through the rubber; cracks or cuts in the tread or sidewall; or a bulge or split in the tire. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 332 Service and Maintenance . Trained dealer technicians can inspect and recommend the right tires. Your dealer can also provide tire/wheel balancing services to ensure smooth vehicle operation at all speeds. Your dealer sells and services name brand tires. Vehicle Care To help keep the vehicle looking like new, vehicle care products are available from your dealer. For information on how to clean and protect the vehicle’s interior and exterior, see Interior Care 0 319 and Exterior Care 0 315. Wheel Alignment Wiper Blades Wheel alignment is critical for ensuring that the tires deliver optimal wear and performance. . Signs that the alignment may need to be adjusted include pulling, improper vehicle handling, or unusual tire wear. . Your dealer has the required equipment to ensure proper wheel alignment. Wiper blades need to be cleaned and kept in good condition to provide a clear view. . Signs of wear include streaking, skipping across the windshield, and worn or split rubber. . Trained dealer technicians can check the wiper blades and replace them when needed. Windshield For safety, appearance, and the best viewing, keep the windshield clean and clear. . Signs of damage include scratches, cracks, and chips. . Trained dealer technicians can inspect the windshield and recommend proper replacement if needed. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Service and Maintenance 333 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name or specification, including fluids or lubricants not listed here, can be obtained from your dealer. Usage Automatic Transmission - Continuously Variable Ratio (CVT) Automatic Transmission (9 Speed) Fluid/Lubricant High Performance CVT Fluid. See your dealer. DEXRON VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL Coolant. See Cooling System 0 262. Engine Oil Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic is recommended. See Engine Oil 0 258. Hood and Door Hinges Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube. See your dealer. Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Spring Anchor, and Release Pawl Hydraulic Brake System Transfer Case (All-Wheel Drive) Windshield Washer DOT 4 Hydraulic Brake Fluid. Transfer Case Fluid. See your dealer. Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 334 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part Engine Air Cleaner/Filter GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number 42712666 A3251C 12706595 PF64 55495105 PF66 13508023 CF185 12683541 41-156 12688094 41-106-IP Engine Oil Filter I1.2L L3 Gas Engine I1.3L L3 Gas Engine Passenger Compartment Air Filter Spark Plugs I1.2L L3 Gas Engine I1.3L L3 Gas Engine Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Service and Maintenance Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number 42709497 — 42709499 — 42709516 — Wiper Blades IDriver Side – 65.0 cm (25.6 in) IPassenger Side – 40.0 cm (15.7 in) IRear – 30.0 cm (11.8 in) 335 Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 336 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Technical Data 337 Technical Data Vehicle Identification Service Parts Identification Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) There may be a large barcode on the certification label on the center pillar that you can scan for the following information: . Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) . Model designation . Paint information . Production options Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) . . . 337 Service Parts Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337 Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . 338 Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340 This legal identifier is in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver side of the vehicle. It can be seen through the windshield from outside. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) also appears on the Vehicle Certification label and certificates of title and registration. Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code. This code identifies the vehicle's engine, specifications, and replacement parts. See “Engine Specifications” under Capacities and Specifications 0 338 for the vehicle's engine code. If there is not a large barcode on this label, then you will find this same information on a label in the rear storage area. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 338 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications Capacities Application Air Conditioning Refrigerant Metric English For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood. See your dealer for more information. Engine Cooling System* 6.3 L 6.7 qt 7.4 L 7.8 qt 4.0 L 4.2 qt 4.5 L 4.8 qt Fuel Tank 50 L 13.2 gal Transfer Case Fluid 0.23 L 0.24 qt I1.2L L3 Gas Engine I1.3L L3 Gas Engine Engine Oil with Filter I1.2L L3 Gas Engine I1.3L L3 Gas Engine Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Technical Data Capacities Application Wheel Nut Torque Metric English 140 Y 100 lb ft All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid level after filling. *Engine cooling system capacity values are based on the entire cooling system and its components. Engine Specifications VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 1.2L L3 Gas Engine (LIH) Engine 2 Automatic 0.6 - 0.7 mm (0.024-0.028 in) 1.3L L3 Gas Engine (L3T) L Automatic 0.65 - 0.75 mm (0.025-0.030 in) Spark plug gaps are preset by the manufacturer. Re-gapping the spark plug is not recommended and can damage the spark plug. 339 Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 340 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing 1.2L L3 Gas Engine 1.3L L3 Gas Engine Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Customer Information Customer Information Customer Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure . . . . . . . 341 Customer Assistance Offices . . . . . . . . . . . 343 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343 Online Owner Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344 Roadside Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . 344 Scheduling Service Appointments . . . . . . 345 Courtesy Transportation Program . . . . . 346 Collision Damage Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347 Publication Ordering Information . . . . . . 348 Radio Frequency Statement . . . . . . . . . . . 349 Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy . . . 350 Cybersecurity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350 Event Data Recorders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351 OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351 Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351 341 Customer Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Buick. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of the vehicle will be resolved by your dealer's sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur. If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction, the following steps should be taken: STEP ONE : Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management. Normally, concerns can be quickly resolved at that level. If the matter has already been reviewed with the sales, service, or parts manager, contact the owner of your dealership or the general manager. STEP TWO : If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by your dealership without further help, in the U.S., call 1-800-521-7300. In Canada, contact General Motors of Canada Customer Care Centre at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 342 Customer Information We encourage you to call the toll-free number in order to give the inquiry prompt attention. Have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance representative: . Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). This is available from the vehicle registration or title, or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield. . Dealership name and location. . Vehicle delivery date and present mileage. When contacting Buick, remember that your concern will likely be resolved at a dealer's facility. That is why we suggest following Step One first. STEP THREE — U.S. Owners : Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with the new vehicle. However, if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, you can file with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) AUTO LINE ® Program to enforce your rights. The BBB AUTO LINE Program is an out-of-court program administered by BBB National Programs, Inc. to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action, use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days. If you do not agree with the decision given in your case, you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you. General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or discontinue its participation in this program. Telephone: 1-800-955-5100 http://www.bbb.org/council/ programs-services/ dispute-handling-and-resolution/bbb-auto-line STEP THREE — Canadian Owners : In the event that you do not feel your concerns have been addressed after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, General Motors of Canada Company wants you to be aware of its participation in a no-charge Mediation/Arbitration program. General Motors of Canada Company has committed to binding arbitration of owner disputes involving factory-related vehicle service claims. The program provides for the review of the facts involved by an impartial third party arbiter, and may include an informal hearing before the arbiter. The program is designed so that the entire dispute settlement process, from the time you file your complaint to the final decision, should be completed in about 70 days. We believe our impartial program offers advantages over courts in most jurisdictions because it is informal, quick, and free of charge. This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Eligibility is limited by vehicle age, mileage, and other factors. For further information concerning eligibility in the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, You may contact the BBB AUTO LINE Program using the toll-free telephone number or write them at the following address: BBB AUTO LINE a Division of BBB National Programs, Inc. 1676 International Drive Suite 550 McLean, VA 22102 Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Customer Information or call the General Motors Customer Care Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), 1-800-263-7854 (French), or write to: From U.S. Virgin Islands: Mediation/Arbitration Program c/o Customer Care Centre General Motors of Canada Company Mail Code: CA1-163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Canada The inquiry should be accompanied by the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Customer Assistance Offices Buick encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance. However, if a customer wishes to write or e-mail Buick, the letter should be addressed to: 1-800-496-9994 General Motors of Canada Company Customer Care Centre, Mail Code: CA1-163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 www.gm.ca 1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-263-7854 (French) 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-268-6800 All Overseas Locations United States and Puerto Rico Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit. Buick Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33136 Detroit, MI 48232-5136 www.Buick.com Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users 1-800-521-7300 1-800-832-8425 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-252-1112 To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Buick has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can 343 communicate with Buick by dialing: 1-800-832-8425. TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830. Online Owner Center The Buick Owner Center (U.S.) my.buick.com Learn more about your vehicle features, shop for and manage your connected services and OnStar plans, and access diagnostic information specific to your vehicle. Membership Benefits E : Download owner’s manuals and view vehicle-specific how-to videos. G : View maintenance schedules, alerts, and Vehicle Diagnostic Information. Schedule service appointments. I : View service records from your dealership and add your own. D : Select a dealer and view locations, maps, phone numbers, and hours. r : Track your vehicle’s warranty information. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 344 Customer Information J : View active recalls by Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). See Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 0 337. H : Manage your profile and payment information. View your GM Rewards Card earnings and My Buick Rewards points. F : Chat with online help representatives. Visit my.buick.com and create an account today. Buick Owner Centre (Canada) mybuick.ca Visit the Buick Owner Centre at mybuick.ca (English) or my.buick.ca (French) to access similar benefits to the U.S. site. GM Mobility Reimbursement Program adaptive equipment required for the vehicle, such as hand controls or a wheelchair/ scooter lift for the vehicle. . Location of the vehicle . Model, year, color, and license plate To learn about the GM Mobility program, see www.gmmobility.com or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text Telephone (TTY) users, call 1-800-833-9935. . Odometer reading, Vehicle Identification General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility program. See www.gm.ca, or call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (800-463-7483) for details. TTY users call 1-800-263-3830. Roadside Assistance Program For U.S.-purchased vehicles, call 1-800-252-1112; (Text Telephone (TTY): 1-888-889-2438). For Canadian-purchased vehicles, call 1-800-268-6800. Service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Calling for Assistance This program is available to qualified applicants for cost reimbursement, up to certain limits, of eligible aftermarket When calling Roadside Assistance, have the following information ready: . Your name, home address, and home telephone number . Telephone number of your location number of the vehicle Number (VIN), and delivery date of the vehicle . Description of the problem Coverage Services are provided for the duration of the vehicle’s powertrain warranty. In the U.S., anyone driving the vehicle is covered. In Canada, a person driving the vehicle without permission from the owner is not covered. Roadside Assistance is not a part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. General Motors North America and Buick reserve the right to make any changes or discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at any time without notification. General Motors North America and Buick reserve the right to limit services or payment to an owner or driver if they decide the claims are made too often, or the same type of claim is made many times. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Customer Information Services Provided . Emergency Fuel Delivery: Delivery of . . . . . enough fuel for the vehicle to get to the nearest service station. Lock-Out Service: Service to unlock the vehicle if you are locked out. A remote unlock may be available if you have OnStar. For security reasons, the driver must present identification before this service is given. Emergency Tow from a Public Road or Highway: Tow to the nearest Buick dealer for warranty service, or if the vehicle was in a crash and cannot be driven. Assistance is not given when the vehicle is stuck in sand, mud, or snow. Flat Tire Change: Service to change a flat tire with the spare tire. The spare tire, if equipped, must be in good condition and properly inflated. It is the owner's responsibility for the repair or replacement of the tire if it is not covered by the warranty. Battery Jump Start: Service to jump start a dead battery. Trip Interruption Benefits and Assistance: If your trip is interrupted due to a warranty event, incidental expenses may be reimbursed within the Powertrain warranty period. Items considered are reasonable and customary 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. . Mounting, dismounting, or changing of snow tires, chains, or other traction devices. Service is not provided if a vehicle is in an area that is not accessible to the service vehicle or is not a regularly traveled or maintained public road, which includes ice and winter roads. Off-road use is not covered. Services Specific to Canadian-Purchased Vehicles . Fuel Delivery: Reimbursement is up to 7 liters. Propane and other fuels are not provided through this service. . Lock-Out Service: Vehicle registration is required. 345 . Trip Interruption Benefits and Assistance: Must be over 150 km from where your trip was started to qualify. Pre-authorization, original detailed receipts, and a copy of the repair orders are required. Once authorization has been received, the Roadside Assistance advisor will help you make arrangements and explain how to receive payment. . Alternative Service: If assistance cannot be provided right away, the Roadside Assistance advisor may give permission to get local emergency road service. You will receive payment, up to $100, after sending the original receipt to Roadside Assistance. Mechanical failures may be covered, however any cost for parts and labor for repairs not covered by the warranty are the owner responsibility. Scheduling Service Appointments When the vehicle requires warranty service, contact your dealer and request an appointment. By scheduling a service appointment and advising the service consultant of your transportation needs, your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 346 Customer Information If the vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately, keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service, unless, of course, the problem is safety related. If it is, please call your dealership, let them know this, and ask for instructions. If your dealer requests you to bring the vehicle for service, you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for same-day repair. Courtesy Transportation Program To enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation, a customer support program for vehicles with the Bumper-to-Bumper (Base Warranty Coverage period in Canada), Federal Emission, Extended Powertrain or Electric specific warranties in both the U.S. and Canada. Several Courtesy Transportation options are available to assist in reducing inconvenience when warranty repairs are required. Courtesy Transportation is not a part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. A separate manual entitled “Limited Warranty and Owner Assistance Information” furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information. Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, if you are unable to do so, your dealer may offer the following transportation options: Shuttle Service This includes one-way or round-trip shuttle service within reasonable time and distance parameters of your dealer's area. Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If overnight warranty repairs are needed, and public transportation is used, the expense must be supported by original receipts and within the maximum amount allowed by GM. If U.S. customers arrange their own transportation, limited reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses may be available. Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts. See your dealer for information. Courtesy Rental Vehicle For an overnight warranty repair, the dealer may provide an available courtesy rental vehicle or provide for reimbursement of a rental vehicle. Reimbursement is limited and must be supported by original receipts as well as a signed and completed rental agreement and meet state/provincial, local, and rental vehicle provider requirements. Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements, insurance coverage, credit card, etc. Additional fees such as fuel, rental vehicle insurance, taxes, levies, usage fees, excessive mileage, or rental usage beyond the completion of the repair are also your responsibility. It may not be possible to provide a like vehicle as a courtesy rental. Additional Program Information All program options, such as shuttle service, may not be available at every dealer. Contact your dealer for specific availability. General Motors reserves the right to unilaterally modify, change, or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any time and to resolve all questions of claim eligibility pursuant to the terms and conditions described herein at its sole discretion. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Customer Information Collision Damage Repair If the vehicle is involved in a collision and it is damaged, have the damage repaired by a qualified technician using the proper equipment and quality replacement parts. Poorly performed collision repairs diminish the vehicle resale value, and safety performance can be compromised in subsequent collisions. Collision Parts Genuine GM Collision parts are new parts made with the same materials and construction methods as the parts with which the vehicle was originally built. Genuine GM Collision parts are the best choice to ensure that the vehicle's designed appearance, durability, and safety are preserved. The use of Genuine GM parts can help maintain the GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Recycled original equipment parts may also be used for repair. These parts are typically removed from vehicles that were total losses in prior crashes. In most cases, the parts being recycled are from undamaged sections of the vehicle. A recycled original equipment GM part may be an acceptable choice to maintain the vehicle's originally designed appearance and safety performance; however, the history of these parts is not known. Such parts are not covered by the GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any related failures are not covered by that warranty. Aftermarket collision parts are also available. These are made by companies other than GM and may not have been tested for the vehicle. As a result, these parts may fit poorly, exhibit premature durability/ corrosion problems, and may not perform properly in subsequent collisions. Aftermarket parts are not covered by the GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any vehicle failure related to such parts is not covered by that warranty. Repair Facility GM also recommends that you choose a collision repair facility that meets your needs before you ever need collision repairs. Your dealer may have a collision repair center with GM-trained technicians and state-of-the-art equipment, or be able to recommend a collision repair center that has GM-trained technicians and comparable equipment. 347 Insuring the Vehicle Protect your investment in the GM vehicle with comprehensive and collision insurance coverage. There are significant differences in the quality of coverage afforded by various insurance policy terms. Many insurance policies 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 parts. When purchasing insurance, we recommend that you ensure that the vehicle will be repaired with GM original equipment collision parts. If such insurance coverage is not available from your current insurance carrier, consider switching to another insurance carrier. If the vehicle is leased, the leasing company may require you to have insurance that ensures repairs with Genuine GM Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts or Genuine Manufacturer replacement parts. Read the lease carefully, as you may be charged at the end of the lease for poor quality repairs. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 348 Customer Information If a Crash Occurs If there has been an injury, call emergency services for help. Do not leave the scene of a crash until all matters have been taken care of. Move the vehicle only if its position puts you in danger, or you are instructed to move it by a police officer. Give only the necessary information to police and other parties involved in the crash. For emergency towing see Roadside Assistance Program 0 344. Gather the following information: . Driver name, address, and telephone number . Driver license number . Owner name, address, and telephone number . Vehicle license plate number . Vehicle make, model, and model year . Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) . Insurance company and policy number . General description of the damage to the other vehicle Choose a reputable repair facility that uses quality replacement parts. See “Collision Parts” earlier in this section. vehicle repaired with Genuine GM parts, even if your insurance coverage does not pay the full cost. If the airbag has inflated, see What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates? 0 55. If another party's insurance company is paying for the repairs, you are not obligated to accept a repair valuation based on that insurance company's collision policy repair limits, as you have no contractual limits with that company. In such cases, you can have control of the repair and parts choices as long as the cost stays within reasonable limits. Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process In the event that the vehicle requires damage repairs, GM recommends that you take an active role in its repair. If you have a pre-determined repair facility of choice, take the vehicle there, or have it towed there. Specify to the facility that any required replacement collision parts be original equipment parts, either new Genuine GM parts or recycled original GM parts. Remember, recycled parts will not be covered by the GM vehicle warranty. Insurance pays the bill for the repair, but you must live with the repair. Depending on your policy limits, your insurance company may initially value the repair using aftermarket parts. Discuss this with the repair professional, and insist on Genuine GM parts. Remember, if the vehicle is leased, you may be obligated to have the Publication Ordering Information Service Manuals Service manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on the engine, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical system, steering system, body, etc. Customer Literature Owner’s manuals are written specifically for owners and are intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. The owner’s manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for all models. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Customer Information Customer literature publications available for purchase include owner’s manuals, warranty manuals, and portfolios. Portfolios include an owner’s manual, warranty manual, if applicable, and zip lock bag or pouch. Current and Past Models Service manuals and customer literature are available for many current and past model year GM vehicles. To order, call 1-800-551-4123 Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. eastern time For credit card orders only (VISA, MasterCard, or Discover), see Helm, Inc. at: www.helminc.com. Science and Economic Development (ISED) Canada's license-exempt RSS(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 any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Changes or modifications to any of these systems by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. To order by mail, write to: Reporting Safety Defects Helm, Incorporated Attention: Customer Service 47911 Halyard Drive Plymouth, MI 48170 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government Make checks payable in U.S. funds. Radio Frequency Statement This vehicle uses license-exempt transmitters / receivers / systems that operate on a radio frequency that complies with Part 15/ Part 18 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and with Innovation, If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying General Motors. 349 If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or General Motors. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E. Washington, D.C. 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov. Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you live in Canada, and you believe that the vehicle has a safety defect, notify Transport Canada immediately, Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 350 Customer Information 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 Vehicle Safety Directorate Defect Investigations and Recalls Division 80 Noel Street Gatineau, QC J8Z 0A1 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, notify General Motors. In the U.S., call 1-800-521-7300, or write: Buick Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33136 Detroit, MI 48232–5136 In Canada, call 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French), or write: General Motors of Canada Company Customer Care Centre, Mail Code: CA1-163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 or average speed. These modules may retain personal preferences, such as radio presets, seat positions, and temperature settings. In Mexico, call 800-200-28425 or 800-466-0818. GM collects information about the use of your vehicle including operational and safety related information. We collect this information to provide, evaluate, improve, and troubleshoot our products and services and to develop new products and services. The protection of vehicle electronics systems and customer data 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 service ecosystem against unauthorized electronic access, detecting possible malicious activity in related networks, and responding to suspected cybersecurity incidents in a timely, coordinated and effective manner. Security incidents could impact your safety or compromise your private data. To minimize security risks, please do not connect your vehicle electronic systems to unauthorized devices or connect your vehicle to any unknown or untrusted networks (such as Bluetooth, WIFI or similar technology). In In other Central America and Caribbean Countries, call 52-555-901-2369. Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy The vehicle has a number of computers that record information about the vehicle’s performance and how it is driven or used. For example, the vehicle uses computer modules to monitor and control engine and transmission performance, to monitor the conditions for airbag deployment and deploy them in a crash, and, if equipped, to provide antilock braking to help the driver control the vehicle. These modules may store data to help the dealer technician service the vehicle or to help GM improve safety or features. Some modules may also store data about how the vehicle is operated, such as rate of fuel consumption Cybersecurity Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Customer Information the event you suspect any security incident impacting your data or the safe operation of your vehicle, please stop operating your vehicle and contact your dealer. Event Data Recorders This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as: . How various systems in your vehicle were operating; . Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled/fastened; . How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or brake pedal; and, . How fast the vehicle was traveling. These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. Note EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) are recorded. However, other parties, such as law enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation. To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that have the special equipment, can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR. GM will not access these data or share it with others except: 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 government office; as part of GM's defense of litigation through the discovery process; or, as permitted by law. Data that GM collects or receives may also be used for GM research needs or may be made available to 351 others for research purposes, where a need is shown and the data is not tied to a specific vehicle or vehicle owner. OnStar If the vehicle is equipped with OnStar and has an active service plan, additional data may be collected and transmitted through the OnStar system. This includes information about the vehicle’s operation; collisions involving the vehicle; the use of the vehicle and its features, including infotainment; and the location and approximate GPS speed of the vehicle. Refer to the OnStar Terms and Conditions and Privacy Statement on the OnStar website. See OnStar Additional Information 0 354. Infotainment System If the vehicle is equipped with a navigation system as part of the infotainment system, use of the system may result in the storage of destinations, addresses, telephone numbers, and other trip information. See the infotainment section for information on stored data and for deletion instructions. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 352 OnStar OnStar OnStar Overview The OnStar system status light is next to the OnStar buttons. If the status light is: . Solid Green: System is ready. . Flashing Green: On a call. . Red: Indicates a problem. . Off: System is off. Press Q twice to speak with an OnStar Advisor. = Voice Command Button Q Blue OnStar Button > Red Emergency Button Press Q or call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) to speak to an Advisor. OnStar Overview OnStar Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352 OnStar Services Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353 Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353 OnStar Additional Information OnStar Additional Information . . . . . . . . . 354 This vehicle may be equipped with a comprehensive, in-vehicle system that can connect to an OnStar Advisor for Emergency, Security, Navigation, Connections, and Diagnostics Services. OnStar services may require a paid service plan and data plan. OnStar requires the vehicle battery and electrical system, cellular service, and GPS satellite signals to be available and operating. OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers. OnStar may collect information about you and your vehicle, including location information. See OnStar User Terms, Privacy Statement, and Software Terms for more details including system limitations at www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada). Functionality of the Voice Command button may vary by vehicle and region. Press = to: . Open the OnStar app on the infotainment display. If equipped, the infotainment system has OnStar controls in the embedded OnStar app on the Home Page. Most OnStar functions that can be performed with the buttons can be done using the app. To open the app, touch the OnStar icon on the Home Page. App updates require a corresponding service plan. Features vary by region and model. Features are subject to change. For more information, see my.buick.com/learn or press Q. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 OnStar Or . Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation voice commands. . Obtain and customize the Wi-Fi hotspot name or SSID and password, if equipped. Press Q to connect to an Advisor to: . Verify account information or update contact information. . Get driving directions. . Receive a Diagnostic check of the vehicle's key operating systems. . Receive Roadside Assistance. . Manage Wi-Fi Settings, if equipped. Press > to get a priority connection to an OnStar Advisor available 24/7 to: . Get help for an emergency. . Be a Good Samaritan or respond to an AMBER Alert. . Get assistance in severe weather or other crisis situations and find evacuation routes. 353 OnStar Services Security Emergency If equipped, OnStar provides these services: . With Stolen Vehicle Assistance, OnStar Advisors can use GPS to pinpoint the vehicle and help authorities quickly recover it. . With Remote Ignition Block, if equipped, OnStar can block the engine from being restarted. . With Stolen Vehicle Slowdown, if equipped, OnStar can work with law enforcement to gradually slow the vehicle down. Emergency Services require an active safety and security plan. With Automatic Crash Response, built-in sensors can automatically alert a specially trained OnStar Advisor who is immediately connected in to the vehicle to help. Press > for a priority connection to an OnStar Advisor who can contact emergency service providers, direct them to your exact location, and relay important information. With OnStar Crisis Assist, specially trained Advisors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to provide a central point of contact, assistance, and information during a crisis. With Roadside Assistance, Advisors can locate a nearby service provider to help with a flat tire, a battery jump, or an empty gas tank. Theft Alarm Notification If equipped, if the doors are locked and the vehicle alarm sounds, a notification by text, e-mail, or phone call will be sent. If the vehicle is stolen, an OnStar Advisor can work with authorities to recover the vehicle. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 354 OnStar OnStar Additional Information In-Vehicle Audio Messages Audio messages may play important information at the following times: . Prior to vehicle purchase. Press Q 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. Selling/Transferring the Vehicle Call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) immediately to terminate your OnStar or connected services if the vehicle is disposed of, sold, transferred, or if the lease ends. Reactivation for Subsequent Owners Press Q and follow the prompts to speak to an Advisor as soon as possible. The Advisor will update vehicle records and explain OnStar or connected service options. How OnStar Service Works Automatic Crash Response, Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Remote Services, and Roadside Assistance are available on most vehicles. Not all OnStar services are available everywhere or on all vehicles. For more information, a full description of OnStar services, system limitations, and OnStar User Terms, Privacy Statement, and Software Terms: . Call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827). . See www.onstar.com (U.S.). . See www.onstar.ca (Canada). . Call TTY 1-877-248-2080. . Press Q to speak with an Advisor. OnStar or connected services cannot work unless the vehicle is in a place where OnStar has an agreement with a wireless service provider for service in that area. The wireless service provider must also have coverage, network capacity, reception, and technology compatible with OnStar or connected services. Service involving location information about the vehicle cannot work unless GPS signals are available, unobstructed, and compatible with the OnStar hardware. OnStar or connected services may not work if the OnStar equipment is not properly installed or it has not been properly maintained. If equipment or software is added, connected, or modified, OnStar or connected services may not work. Other problems beyond the control of OnStar — such as hills, tall buildings, tunnels, weather, electrical system design and architecture of the vehicle, damage to the vehicle in a crash, or wireless phone network congestion or jamming — may prevent service. See Radio Frequency Statement 0 349. Services for People with Disabilities Advisors provide services to help with physical disabilities and medical conditions. Press Q to help: . Locate a gas station with an attendant to pump gas. . Find a hotel, restaurant, etc., that meets accessibility needs. . Provide directions to the closest hospital or pharmacy in urgent situations. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 OnStar TTY Users Languages OnStar has the ability to communicate to deaf, hard-of-hearing, or speech-impaired customers while in the vehicle. The available TTY system can provide in-vehicle access to all OnStar services, except Virtual Advisor and OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation. The vehicle can be programmed to respond in multiple languages. Press Q and ask for an Advisor. Advisors are available in English, Spanish, and French. Available languages may vary by country. If equipped, TTY mode can be turned on or off by touching Settings, then Apps, and then Phone. When TTY mode is on, phone calls can be made or received with OnStar using the infotainment display. OnStar Personal Identification Number (PIN) A PIN is needed to access some OnStar services. The PIN will need to be changed the first time when speaking with an Advisor. To change the OnStar PIN, contact an OnStar Advisor by pressing Q or calling 1-888-4ONSTAR. Warranty OnStar equipment may be warranted as part of the vehicle warranty. Potential Issues OnStar cannot perform Remote Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Assistance after the vehicle has been off continuously for an extended period of time without an ignition cycle. To find out the duration of time that applies for the vehicle, contact an OnStar Advisor by pressing Q or calling 1-888-4ONSTAR. If the vehicle has not been started for an extended period of time, OnStar can contact Roadside Assistance or a locksmith to help gain access to the vehicle. Global Positioning System (GPS) . Obstruction of the GPS can occur in a large city with tall buildings; in parking garages; around airports; in tunnels and underpasses; or in an area with very dense trees. If GPS signals are not available, the OnStar system should still 355 operate to call OnStar. However, OnStar could have difficulty identifying the exact location. . In emergency situations, OnStar can use the last stored GPS location to send to emergency responders. A temporary loss of GPS can cause loss of the ability to send a Turn-by-Turn Navigation route. 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 signals to the vehicle. Do not place items over or near the antenna to prevent blocking cellular and GPS signal reception. Unable to Connect to OnStar Message If there is limited cellular coverage or the cellular network has reached maximum capacity, this message may come on. Press Q to try the call again or try again after driving a few miles into another cellular area. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 356 OnStar Vehicle and Power Issues OnStar services require a vehicle electrical system, wireless service, and GPS satellite technologies to be available and operating for features to function properly. These systems may not operate if the battery is discharged or disconnected. Add-on Electrical Equipment The OnStar system is integrated into the electrical architecture of the vehicle. Do not add any electrical equipment. See Add-On Electrical Equipment 0 249. Added electrical equipment may interfere with the operation of the OnStar system and cause it to not operate. Vehicle Software Updates OnStar or GM may remotely deliver software updates or changes to the vehicle without further notice or consent. These updates or changes may enhance or maintain safety, security, or the operation of the vehicle or the vehicle systems. Software updates or changes may affect or erase data or settings that are stored in the vehicle, such as saved navigation destinations or pre-set radio stations. Neither OnStar nor GM is responsible for any affected or erased data or settings. These updates or changes may also collect personal information. Such collection is described in the OnStar privacy statement or separately disclosed at the time of installation. These updates or changes may also cause a system to automatically communicate with GM servers to collect information about vehicle system status, identify whether updates or changes are available, or deliver updates or changes. An active OnStar agreement constitutes consent to these software updates 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 recommend that you review it. If you have any questions, call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) or press Q to speak with an Advisor. Users of wireless communications are cautioned that the privacy of any information sent via wireless cellular communications cannot be assured. Third parties may unlawfully intercept or access transmissions and private communications without consent. OnStar - Software Acknowledgements To obtain the source code under GPL, LGPL, MPL, and other open source licenses, that is contained in this product, please visit http://opensource.lge.com. In addition to the source code, all referred license terms, warranty disclaimers, and copyright notices are available for download. This offer is valid for a period of three years after our last shipment of this product. This offer is valid to anyone in receipt of this information. *Provided through LG Electronics Inc., who is solely responsible for provisions of related OSS compliance. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Connected Services Connected Services Connected Services Connected Services Navigation Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 357 Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 357 Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 359 Navigation requires a specific OnStar or connected service plan. Press Q to receive Turn-by-Turn directions or have them sent to the vehicle’s navigation screen, if equipped. Select Turn-by-Turn Directions from the Services tab of the OnStar app to call an Advisor or select a recent or favorite destination. Touch the navigation icons to select home, address, or place. A destination transfer from OnStar will show the detail view of the destination when it is transferred from OnStar to the Navigation application. See www.onstar.com for a coverage map. Services vary by model. Map coverage is available in the United States and Canada. Turn-by-Turn Navigation 1. Press Q to connect to an Advisor. 2. Request directions to be downloaded to the vehicle. 3. Follow the voice-guided commands. 357 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 infotainment display. Send Destination to Vehicle Directions can be sent to the vehicle’s navigation screen, if equipped. Press Q, then ask the Advisor to download directions to the vehicle’s navigation system, if equipped. After the call ends, the navigation screen will provide prompts to begin driving directions. Routes that are sent to the navigation screen can only be canceled through the navigation system. See www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada). Connections The following services help with staying connected. For coverage maps, see www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada). Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 358 Connected Services Ensuring Security . Change the default passwords for the Wi-Fi hotspot and myBuick mobile application. Make these passwords 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 to other wireless devices. Choose a unique name and avoid family names or vehicle descriptions. Wi-Fi Hotspot (If Equipped) The vehicle may have a built-in Wi-Fi hotspot that provides access to the Internet and web content at 4G LTE speed. Up to seven mobile devices can be connected. A data plan is required. Use the in-vehicle controls only when it is safe to do so. 1. To retrieve Wi-Fi hotspot information, press = to open the OnStar app on the infotainment display, then select Wi-Fi Hotspot. On some vehicles, touch Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Settings on the screen. 2. The Wi-Fi settings will display the Wi-Fi hotspot name (SSID), password, and on some vehicles, the connection type (no Internet connection, 3G, 4G, 4G LTE), and signal quality (poor, good, excellent). The LTE icon shows connection to Wi-Fi. It is possible that the icon may not illuminate even though the vehicle has an active connection. 3. To change the SSID or password, press Q or call 1-888-4ONSTAR to connect with an Advisor. On some vehicles, the SSID and password can be changed in the Wi-Fi Hotspot menu. After initial set-up, your vehicle’s Wi-Fi hotspot will connect automatically to your mobile devices. Manage data usage by turning Wi-Fi on or off on your mobile device, by using the myBuick mobile app, or by contacting an OnStar Advisor. On some vehicles, Wi-Fi can also be managed from the Wi-Fi Hotspot menu. MyBuick Mobile App (If Available) Download the myBuick mobile app to compatible Apple and Android smartphones. Buick users can access the following services from a smartphone: . Remotely start/stop the vehicle, if factory-equipped. . Lock/unlock doors, if equipped with automatic locks. . Activate the horn and lamps. . Check the vehicle’s fuel level, oil life, . . . . . . . or tire pressure, if factory-equipped with the Tire Pressure Monitor System. Send destinations to the vehicle. Locate the vehicle on a map (U.S. market only). Turn the vehicle's Wi-Fi hotspot on/off, manage settings, and monitor data consumption, 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 are subject to change. For myBuick mobile app information and compatibility, see my.buick.com. An active OnStar or connected service plan may be required. A compatible device, factory-installed remote start, and power locks are required. Data rates apply. See www.onstar.com for details and system limitations. Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Connected Services Remote Services Contact an OnStar Advisor to unlock the doors or sound the horn and flash the lamps. Marketplace OnStar Advisors can provide offers from restaurants and retailers on your route, help locate hotels, or book a room. These services vary by market. Diagnostics By monitoring and reporting on the vehicle’s key systems, OnStar Advanced Diagnostics, if equipped, provides a way to keep up on maintenance. Capabilities vary by model. See www.onstar.com for details and system limitations. Features are subject to change. For updates on feature capabilities, see my.buick.com. Message and data rates may apply. 359 Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 360 Index Index A About Driving the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Accessories and Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . 252 Accessory Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202 Adaptive Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .213 Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249 Additional Information OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354 Additional Maintenance and Care . . . . . . . . 330 Adjustments Lumbar, Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Agreements Trademarks and License . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261 Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179, 181 Air Filter Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260 Air Filter, Passenger Compartment . . . . . . . 184 Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184 Airbag System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 How Does an Airbag Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . 54 Passenger Sensing System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 What Makes an Airbag Inflate? . . . . . . . . . 54 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 When Should an Airbag Inflate? . . . . . . . . 53 Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Airbags Adding Equipment to the Vehicle . . . . . . . 60 Passenger Status Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Readiness Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Servicing Airbag-Equipped Vehicles . . . . . . 59 System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Alarm Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Alert Lane Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235 Rear Cross Traffic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229 Side Blind Zone (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235 All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288 All-Wheel Drive System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207 All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272 AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133 Antenna Multi-band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208 Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Appearance Care Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315 Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319 Apple CarPlay and Android Auto . . . . . . . . . .161 Armrest Rear Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Assistance Program, Roadside . . . . . . . . . . . . 344 Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Index Assistance Systems for Driving . . . . . . . . . . 229 Assistance Systems for Parking and Backing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224 Audio Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Auto Stop Stop/Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198 Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Emergency Braking (AEB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231 Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Parking Assist (APA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227 Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205 Transmission Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260 Automatic Transmission Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206 Shift Lock Control Function Check . . . . . . 272 Auxiliary Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Avoiding Untrusted Media Devices . . . . . . . .137 B Battery Exterior Lighting Battery Saver . . . . . . . . . 127 Load Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Power Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Battery - North America . . . . . . . . . . . . 270, 309 Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272 Bluetooth Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157, 158 Bluetooth Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Brake Electric Boost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208 Parking, Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208 System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Brake Pad Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268 Antilock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208 Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209 Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269 Pad Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268 Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 Automatic Emergency (AEB) . . . . . . . . . . . 231 Braking System Front Pedestrian (FPB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233 Break-In, New Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195 Bulb Replacement Front Turn Signal and Fog Lamps . . . . . . 276 Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275 Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274 Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275 Headlamps and Sidemarker Lamps . . . . . 275 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps, and Backup Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277, 280 Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300 361 C Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements . . . 252 California Proposition 65 Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .270, 309, Back Cover Camera Rear Vision (RVC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224 Canadian Vehicle Owners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Capacities and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . 338 Carbon Monoxide Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204 Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191 Cargo Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Management System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Tie-Downs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Caution, Danger, and Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Center Console Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Chains, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303 Charging Wireless . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Charging System Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator) . . . . 98 Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 362 Index Child Restraints Infants and Young Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Securing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73, 74 Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282 Cleaning Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315 Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319 Climate Control Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179 Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179 Dual Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181 Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179 Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Cluster, Instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91 Collision Damage Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347 Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309 Compartments Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Connected Services Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 357 Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 359 Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 357 Connections Connected Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 357 Control Traction and Electronic Stability . . . . . . . 210 Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 Controls Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Convenience Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Coolant Engine Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179, 181 Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262 Courtesy Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125 Courtesy Transportation Program . . . . . . . . 346 Cover Cargo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Coverage Explanations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .152 Covers Rear Compartment/Storage Panel . . . . . . . 79 Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199 Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211 Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Cruise Control, Adaptive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .213 Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343 Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343 Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . . . . . . . . . 343 Customer Information Publications Ordering Information . . . . . 348 Customer Satisfaction Procedure . . . . . . . . . .341 Cybersecurity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350 D Damage Repair, Collision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347 Danger, Warning, and Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Data Collection Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351 OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351 Data Recorders, Event . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .351 Database Coverage Explanations . . . . . . . . . .152 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . .123 Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .187 Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Destination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .145 Diagnostics Connected Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 359 Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .187 Dome Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125 Door Ajar Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Power Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Drive Belt Routing, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340 Drive Systems All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207, 272 Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Index Driver Teen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 Driver Assistance Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222 Driver Behavior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 Driver Information Center (DIC) . . . . . .105, 107 Driving Assistance Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229 Better Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 Characteristics and Towing Tips . . . . . . . . 241 Defensive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187 Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 If the Vehicle is Stuck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 Impaired . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187 Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189 Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189 Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 Wet Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191 Driving the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Dual Automatic Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181 E Electric Brake Boost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208 Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208 Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Electrical Equipment, Add-On . . . . . . . . . . . . 249 Electrical System Engine Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . 282 Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282 Instrument Panel Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . 285 Overload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280 Rear Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . 286 Emergency OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261 Check Light (Malfunction Indicator) . . . . . 98 Compartment Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255 Coolant Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262 Drive Belt Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340 Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204 Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201 Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260 Oil Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266 Power Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Running While Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204 Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197 Engine Air Filter Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260 Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Equipment, Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248 Event Data Recorders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .351 Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 363 Extended Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204 Extender, Seat Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver . . . . . . . . . . .127 F Filter, Engine Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261 Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123 Flashers, Hazard Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124 Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304 Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305 Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322 Fluid Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269 Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267 Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124 Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Folding Seatback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System . . . . 229 Frequency Statement Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349 Front Fog Lamp Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233 Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 364 Index Front Seats Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Fuel Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 Economy, Driving for Better . . . . . . . . . . . 186 Filling a Portable Fuel Container . . . . . . . 241 Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240 Foreign Countries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Prohibited Fuels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 Recommended . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 Top Tier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238 Fuses Engine Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . 282 Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282 Instrument Panel Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . 285 Rear Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . 286 G Garage Door Opener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Gas Strut(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274 Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Gauges (cont'd) Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Warning Lights and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . 91 General Information Service and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241 Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252 Global Positioning System (GPS) . . . . . . . . . 150 Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344 Guidance Problems with the Route . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 H Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275 Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124 HD Radio Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135 Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Head-up Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110 Headlamps Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274 Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . 123 Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Headlamps (cont'd) Front Turn Signal and Fog Lamps . . . . . . 276 High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Heated Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Heated Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Heater Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201 Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179, 181 High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210 Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253 Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 How to Wear Seat Belts Properly . . . . . . . . . 44 HVAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179, 181 I If the System Needs Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196 Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Indicator Pedestrian Ahead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Vehicle Ahead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Infants and Young Children, Restraints . . . . 62 Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Index Information Publication Ordering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 348 Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .351 Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91 Instrument Panel Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 128 J Jack Auxiliary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Jump Starting - North America . . . . . . . . . . . 309 K Keyless Entry Remote (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 L Labeling, Tire Sidewall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289 Lamps Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Daytime Running (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Dome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Exterior Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver . . . . . . . . . 127 Headlamps and Sidemarker . . . . . . . . . . . . 275 Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Lamps (cont'd) On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235 Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237 Lane Keep Assist Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 LATCH System Replacing Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . 72 LATCH, Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 LED Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275 Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Lighting Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Illumination Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275 Lights Airbag Readiness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Brake System Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Charging System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Check Engine (Malfunction Indicator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Door Ajar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 365 Lights (cont'd) Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Engine Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Front Fog Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 High-Beam On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Lane Keep Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Low Fuel Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Seat Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Service Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . 100 StabiliTrak OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Traction Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Locks Automatic Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Power Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189 Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 366 Index Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 M Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336 Maintenance and Care Additional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330 Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333 Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206 Map Data Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .143 Media Avoiding Untrusted Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Memory Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Messages Engine Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Vehicle Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Mirror Rear Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview . . . . . . . . . . 27 Convex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Mirrors (cont'd) Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Manual Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Tilt in Reverse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Mirrors, Interior Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Monitor System, Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . 294 Multi-band Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 N Navigation Connected Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 357 Destination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 Using the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Navigation Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 Net, Convenience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195 O Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189 Oil Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258 Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260 Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Older Children, Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 Online Owner Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343 OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .351 OnStar Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . 354 OnStar Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353 OnStar Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352 OnStar Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353 Operation Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Outlets Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Overheating, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 P Park Shifting Into . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202 Shifting Out of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 Park Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224, 226 Parking Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272 Extended . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204 Over Things That Burn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204 Parking Assist Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227 Parking or Backing Assistance Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator . . . . . . . . . 97 Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Index Passenger Compartment Air Filter . . . . . . . 184 Passenger Sensing System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Pedestrian Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101 Perchlorate Materials Requirements, California . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252 Personalization Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Phone Apple CarPlay and Android Auto . . . . . . . . 161 Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157, 158 Port USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Positioning Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Protection, Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Retained Accessory (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202 Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Privacy Vehicle Data Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350 Problems with Route Guidance . . . . . . . . . . . 151 Program Courtesy Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346 Prohibited Fuels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 Proposition 65 Warning, California . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .270, 309, Back Cover Publication Ordering Information . . . . . . . . 348 R Radio HD Radio Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Radio Data System (RDS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135 Radio Frequency Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349 Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Radios AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Satellite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125 Rear Camera Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Rear Compartment/Storage Panel Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Rear Cross Traffic Alert System . . . . . . . . . . 229 Rear Seat Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224 Rear Window Washer/Wiper . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 367 Recognition Voice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 Recommended Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . . . . . 333 Records Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336 Recreational Vehicle Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . .312 Reimbursement Program, GM Mobility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . . . . . . .7 Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Replacement Parts Airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334 Replacing Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 Replacing LATCH System Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72 Replacing Seat Belt System Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349 General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350 U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349 Restraints Where to Put . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . 202 Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 368 Index Roads Driving, Wet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 Roadside Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . 344 Roof Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 Rotation, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298 Routing, Engine Drive Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340 Running the Vehicle While Parked . . . . . . . 204 S Safety Defects Reporting Canadian Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349 General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350 U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349 Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Scheduling Appointments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345 Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 How to Wear Seat Belts Properly . . . . . . . 44 Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Replacing after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Seats Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Folding Seatback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Heated Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Lumbar Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Power Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Securing Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73, 74 Security Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353 Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Vehicle Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184 Accessories and Modifications . . . . . . . . . 252 Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179 Doing Your Own Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252 Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336 Maintenance, General Information . . . . . 324 Parts Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337 Scheduling Appointments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345 Service Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . . . 100 Services Special Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330 Servicing System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 Servicing the Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 Shift Lock Control Function Check, Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272 Shifting Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202 Out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235 Sidemarker Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277, 280 Signals, Turn and Lane-Change . . . . . . . . . . . .124 Software Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133 Spare Tire Compact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309 Special Application Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330 Specifications and Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . 338 Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 StabiliTrak OFF Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Start Assist, Hill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210 Start Vehicle, Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197 Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 Heated Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Stop/Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198 Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 Index Stoplamps and Back-Up Lamps Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277, 280 Storage Areas Cargo Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Cargo Management System . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Center Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Convenience Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Rear Compartment/Storage Panel Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Struts Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274 Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Surround Vision System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225 Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 System Brake Pad Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268 Engine Air Filter Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260 Forward Collision Alert (FCA) . . . . . . . . . . . 229 Global Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351 Rear Cross Traffic Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229 Roof Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 System (cont'd) Surround Vision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225 Systems Driver Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222 T Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Taillamps Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277, 280 Teen Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343 Theft-Deterrent Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287 All-Season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288 Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300 Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303 Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305 Compact Spare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309 Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290 Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301 If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304 Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298 Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293 Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Pressure Monitor Operation . . . . . . . . . . . 295 Pressure Monitor System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294 369 Tires (cont'd) Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298 Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289 Terminology and Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . 291 Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . . . . . . . . 301 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance . . . . 303 Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303 When It Is Time for New Tires . . . . . . . . . 299 Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288 Top Tier Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238 Towing Driving Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241 Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248 General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241 Recreational Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312 Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245 Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312 Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210 Trademarks and License Agreements . . . . . . 171 Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245 Transmission Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205 Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico15481080) - 2022 - CRC - 2/9/21 370 Index Transmission (cont'd) Fluid, Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260 Transportation Program, Courtesy . . . . . . . 346 Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Turn and Lane-Change Signals . . . . . . . . . . . .124 Turn Signal Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277, 280 U Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . 301 Universal Remote System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Updates Map Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 USB Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137 Using the Navigation System . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Using the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 V Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Canadian Owners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 Identification Number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . 337 Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 Vehicle (cont'd) Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Personalization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Speed Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312 Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy . . . . . . 350 Vehicle Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 Ventilation, Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184 Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Voice Recognition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .152 W Warning Brake System Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Caution and Danger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91 Warnings Hazard Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . 303 Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301 Wheels (cont'd) Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303 When It Is Time for New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 299 Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Windshield Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273 Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191 Winter Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199 Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288 Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272 Wipers Rear Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Wireless Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 22_BUI_EncoreGX_COV_en_US_84783953A_2021FEB17.pdf 1 2/11/2021 2:33:46 PM 2022 Scan to Access M Y CM MY CY CMY K • Owner and Warranty Manuals • Connected Services • myBuick Mobile App • How To Videos • Vehicle Diagnostics • Schedule Maintenance • Vehicle Features • Many Additional Resources United States Customer Assistance 1-800-521-7300 Roadside Assistance 1-800-252-1112 Canada Customer Assistance 1-800-263-3777 Roadside Assistance 1-800-268-6800 United States and Canada 84783953 A Connected Services 1-888-4-ONSTAR 2022 Encore GX C Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle or off-highway motor vehicle can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle engine except as necessary, service your vehicle in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle. Encore GX Owner’s Manual