Owner's Manual
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2008 Buick Enclave Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-10 Safety Belts ...1-16 Child Restraints ...1-35 Airbag System ...1-59 Restraint System Check ...1-75 Features and Controls ...2-1 Keys ...2-3 Doors and Locks ...2-10 Windows ...2-18 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-22 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-26 Mirrors ...2-40 Object Detection Systems ...2-44 OnStar® System ...2-47 Universal Home Remote System ...2-50 Storage Areas ...2-55 Sunroof ...2-60 Instrument Panel ...3-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Climate Controls ...3-22 ...
2008 Buick Enclave Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-10 Safety Belts ...1-16 Child Restraints ...1-35 Airbag System ...1-59 Restraint System Check ...1-75 Features and Controls ...2-1 Keys ...2-3 Doors and Locks ...2-10 Windows ...2-18 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-22 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-26 Mirrors ...2-40 Object Detection Systems ...2-44 OnStar® System ...2-47 Universal Home Remote System ...2-50 Storage Areas ...2-55 Sunroof ...2-60 Instrument Panel ...3-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Climate Controls ...3-22 ...
Owner's Manual
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...30 Tow/Haul Mode ...2-34 Parking Brake ...2-35 Shifting Into PARK (P) ...2-36 Shifting Out of PARK (P) ...2-37 Parking Over Things That Burn ...2-38 Engine Exhaust ...2-38 Running the Engine While Parked ...2-39 Mirrors ...2-40 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar® and Compass ...2-40 Outside Power Mirrors ...2-42 Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors ...2-42 Outside Convex Mirror ...2-44 Outside Heated Mirrors ...2-44 Keys ...2-3 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...2-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation ...2-5 Remote Vehicle Start ...2-7 Doors and Locks ...2-10 Door Locks...
...30 Tow/Haul Mode ...2-34 Parking Brake ...2-35 Shifting Into PARK (P) ...2-36 Shifting Out of PARK (P) ...2-37 Parking Over Things That Burn ...2-38 Engine Exhaust ...2-38 Running the Engine While Parked ...2-39 Mirrors ...2-40 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar® and Compass ...2-40 Outside Power Mirrors ...2-42 Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors ...2-42 Outside Convex Mirror ...2-44 Outside Heated Mirrors ...2-44 Keys ...2-3 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...2-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation ...2-5 Remote Vehicle Start ...2-7 Doors and Locks ...2-10 Door Locks...
Owner's Manual
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.... The engine will automatically shut off . • Turn on the hazard warning flashers. • Turn the ignition switch on the RKE transmitter if you have remote start. There are other conditions which can affect the performance of the transmitter, see the vehicle's lights, press and hold the transmitter's remote start the vehicle: 1. If you can be extended one time. When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will lock. The vehicle can extend the engine run .
.... The engine will automatically shut off . • Turn on the hazard warning flashers. • Turn the ignition switch on the RKE transmitter if you have remote start. There are other conditions which can affect the performance of the transmitter, see the vehicle's lights, press and hold the transmitter's remote start the vehicle: 1. If you can be extended one time. When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will lock. The vehicle can extend the engine run .
Owner's Manual
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... ON/RUN to the windows and sunroof will work for normal driving. But even when the engine is off : • Audio System • Power Windows • Sunroof (if equipped) Power to operate your vehicle with the engine off the engine. The battery could be able to display some instrument panel warning lights. D (START): This position starts the engine. The ignition switch will lock your ignition and transmission. Key In the Ignition Never leave your electrical power accessories, and to start your vehicle...
... ON/RUN to the windows and sunroof will work for normal driving. But even when the engine is off : • Audio System • Power Windows • Sunroof (if equipped) Power to operate your vehicle with the engine off the engine. The battery could be able to display some instrument panel warning lights. D (START): This position starts the engine. The ignition switch will lock your ignition and transmission. Key In the Ignition Never leave your electrical power accessories, and to start your vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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.... Operate the engine and transmission gently to allow the oil to START. Your vehicle has a Computer-Controlled Cranking System. Wait at least 15 seconds between each try to shift to the START position, and then released when the engine begins cranking, the engine will work when the key is already running. Move your shift lever to let the cranking motor cool down as your vehicle is a safety feature. Shift to LOCK/OFF...
.... Operate the engine and transmission gently to allow the oil to START. Your vehicle has a Computer-Controlled Cranking System. Wait at least 15 seconds between each try to shift to the START position, and then released when the engine begins cranking, the engine will work when the key is already running. Move your shift lever to let the cranking motor cool down as your vehicle is a safety feature. Shift to LOCK/OFF...
Owner's Manual
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... driving conditions. While using the ERS, cruise control and the tow/haul mode can automatically shift to lower gears as required by the vehicle. Automatic Engine Grade braking is not available when the ERS is allowed for more information. To use this pre-determined range is displayed next to the L in DRIVE (D) for this feature, do the following: 1. When you shift from DRIVE (D) to LOW (L), the transmission...
... driving conditions. While using the ERS, cruise control and the tow/haul mode can automatically shift to lower gears as required by the vehicle. Automatic Engine Grade braking is not available when the ERS is allowed for more information. To use this pre-determined range is displayed next to the L in DRIVE (D) for this feature, do the following: 1. When you shift from DRIVE (D) to LOW (L), the transmission...
Owner's Manual
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... ...3-19 Battery Run-Down Protection ...3-20 Accessory Power Outlet(s) ...3-20 Power Outlet 115 Volt Alternating Current ...3-21 Analog Clock ...3-22 Climate Controls ...3-22 Dual Automatic Climate Control System ...3-22 Outlet Adjustment ...3-29 Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System ...3-30 Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System and Electronic Climate Controls ...3-31 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ...3-33 Instrument Panel Cluster ...3-34 Speedometer and Odometer ...3-35 Tachometer ...3-35 Safety Belt Reminders ...3-35 Airbag Readiness Light ...3-36 Passenger Airbag Status...
... ...3-19 Battery Run-Down Protection ...3-20 Accessory Power Outlet(s) ...3-20 Power Outlet 115 Volt Alternating Current ...3-21 Analog Clock ...3-22 Climate Controls ...3-22 Dual Automatic Climate Control System ...3-22 Outlet Adjustment ...3-29 Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System ...3-30 Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System and Electronic Climate Controls ...3-31 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ...3-33 Instrument Panel Cluster ...3-34 Speedometer and Odometer ...3-35 Tachometer ...3-35 Safety Belt Reminders ...3-35 Airbag Readiness Light ...3-36 Passenger Airbag Status...
Owner's Manual
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... Equipped). R. See Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 2-34. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-107. B. E. See Navigation/Radio System on page 3-29. K. Horn. U. Air Vent. Navigation/Radio System (If Equipped). H. See Hood Release on page 3-10. See Windshield Washer on page 5-11. See Horn on page 3-9. N. Hazard Warning Flasher Button. O. Heated Seats Button. Windshield Wipers. Audio System. Fog Lamps. I. Instrument Panel Brightness Control. J. L. Audio Steering Wheel Control Buttons. Tow/Haul Selector Button...
... Equipped). R. See Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 2-34. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-107. B. E. See Navigation/Radio System on page 3-29. K. Horn. U. Air Vent. Navigation/Radio System (If Equipped). H. See Hood Release on page 3-10. See Windshield Washer on page 5-11. See Horn on page 3-9. N. Hazard Warning Flasher Button. O. Heated Seats Button. Windshield Wipers. Audio System. Fog Lamps. I. Instrument Panel Brightness Control. J. L. Audio Steering Wheel Control Buttons. Tow/Haul Selector Button...
Owner's Manual
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... air conditioning operation and air inlet are automatically controlled. Set the driver's and passenger's temperature. Use the driver's or passenger's temperature buttons to heat or cool any faster. Do not cover the solar sensor located on the engine coolant temperature. The length of delay depends on the top of the instrument panel near the windshield. The air conditioning compressor runs when the outside temperature is over about 20 minutes for approximately 5 seconds. This sensor regulates air...
... air conditioning operation and air inlet are automatically controlled. Set the driver's and passenger's temperature. Use the driver's or passenger's temperature buttons to heat or cool any faster. Do not cover the solar sensor located on the engine coolant temperature. The length of delay depends on the top of the instrument panel near the windshield. The air conditioning compressor runs when the outside temperature is over about 20 minutes for approximately 5 seconds. This sensor regulates air...
Owner's Manual
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... appears on the rear seat audio control panel let you manually adjust the fan speed. The rear system floor outlets are located under the third row seats. 3-32 +/− (Increase/Decrease Temperature): These buttons select the temperature of the airflow in 0-12 increments, going from the coolest (0) to manually change the direction of the air flowing into the rear passenger area. This...
... appears on the rear seat audio control panel let you manually adjust the fan speed. The rear system floor outlets are located under the third row seats. 3-32 +/− (Increase/Decrease Temperature): These buttons select the temperature of the airflow in 0-12 increments, going from the coolest (0) to manually change the direction of the air flowing into the rear passenger area. This...
Owner's Manual
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... out once the engine is working. {CAUTION: If the airbag readiness light in the right front passenger's seat may have the vehicle serviced promptly, because an adult-size person sitting in the instrument panel cluster ever comes on and stays on, it is running. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-56 for more information. If it checked right away. See your accessories, such as...
... out once the engine is working. {CAUTION: If the airbag readiness light in the right front passenger's seat may have the vehicle serviced promptly, because an adult-size person sitting in the instrument panel cluster ever comes on and stays on, it is running. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-56 for more information. If it checked right away. See your accessories, such as...
Owner's Manual
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... Accessories and Modifications on page 5-3. This light will be as smoothly. This system is also designed to assist your vehicle. Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light Your vehicle has a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition, and emission control systems. Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires...
... Accessories and Modifications on page 5-3. This light will be as smoothly. This system is also designed to assist your vehicle. Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light Your vehicle has a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition, and emission control systems. Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires...
Owner's Manual
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...radio's front auxiliary input jack or the rear auxiliary jack, the front seat passengers are able to listen to the radio. If a disc is in either slot. Front seat passengers can turn on the video screen and use the remote control to turn the radio on page 3-107 for more information. If a portable audio player is defined as : DVD...button to navigate the CD (tracks only) through the remote control. 3-88 Radios with CD and DVD Audio Output Only one time. See Rear Seat Audio (RSA) on audio options, the rear speakers can be heard through all of the vehicle speakers. The...
...radio's front auxiliary input jack or the rear auxiliary jack, the front seat passengers are able to listen to the radio. If a disc is in either slot. Front seat passengers can turn on the video screen and use the remote control to turn the radio on page 3-107 for more information. If a portable audio player is defined as : DVD...button to navigate the CD (tracks only) through the remote control. 3-88 Radios with CD and DVD Audio Output Only one time. See Rear Seat Audio (RSA) on audio options, the rear speakers can be heard through all of the vehicle speakers. The...
Owner's Manual
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... or remote control. The parental control feature remains on or off the entire radio and Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) system and to start of the current track or chapter. To stop fast reversing, press this knob for more than two seconds to turn the radio on until the driver turns the ignition off and exits the vehicle. This button might not work when the DVD is...
... or remote control. The parental control feature remains on or off the entire radio and Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) system and to start of the current track or chapter. To stop fast reversing, press this knob for more than two seconds to turn the radio on until the driver turns the ignition off and exits the vehicle. This button might not work when the DVD is...
Owner's Manual
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... engine, transmission, rear axle, wheel assemblies and tires are many time-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules. Pull a trailer only if you should read this section. Ask your dealer/retailer for this section. So please read the information in "Weight of the Trailer" that of your safety and that appears later in this section carefully before you pull a trailer. Trailering means changes in handling, acceleration, braking, durability and fuel...
... engine, transmission, rear axle, wheel assemblies and tires are many time-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules. Pull a trailer only if you should read this section. Ask your dealer/retailer for this section. So please read the information in "Weight of the Trailer" that of your safety and that appears later in this section carefully before you pull a trailer. Trailering means changes in handling, acceleration, braking, durability and fuel...
Owner's Manual
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...;ring groups of coolant loss, change the oil and reset the oil life system. The engine oil will be driven to a safe place in the overheated engine protection operating mode, to avoid engine damage, allow the engine to NEUTRAL (N); If you are parked. If there is a significant loss in a traffic jam, shift to cool before attempting any repair. Driving extended distances and/or towing a trailer in this...
...;ring groups of coolant loss, change the oil and reset the oil life system. The engine oil will be driven to a safe place in the overheated engine protection operating mode, to avoid engine damage, allow the engine to NEUTRAL (N); If you are parked. If there is a significant loss in a traffic jam, shift to cool before attempting any repair. Driving extended distances and/or towing a trailer in this...
Owner's Manual
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... plies are , automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Bead: The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped by steel cords that is expressed in inches. (F) Service Description: These characters represent the load range and speed rating of a tire's height to Z. the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction; Accessory Weight: This means the combined weight of the tire. Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in the tire. Cords may be...
... plies are , automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Bead: The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped by steel cords that is expressed in inches. (F) Service Description: These characters represent the load range and speed rating of a tire's height to Z. the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction; Accessory Weight: This means the combined weight of the tire. Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in the tire. Cords may be...
Owner's Manual
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... of the valve cap, a pencil-style air pressure gage, or a key. Turn the ignition switch to each tire/wheel position by increasing or decreasing the tire's air pressure for approximately five seconds. Start with the engine off . 9. The horn chirp, which may take up to 30 seconds to sound, confirms that the sensor identification code has been matched to the driver side rear tire, and repeat...
... of the valve cap, a pencil-style air pressure gage, or a key. Turn the ignition switch to each tire/wheel position by increasing or decreasing the tire's air pressure for approximately five seconds. Start with the engine off . 9. The horn chirp, which may take up to 30 seconds to sound, confirms that the sensor identification code has been matched to the driver side rear tire, and repeat...
Owner's Manual
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... Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses ...5-93 Fabric/Carpet ...5-90 Finish Care ...5-93 Finish Damage ...5-95 Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces ...5-91 Interior Cleaning ...5-89 Leather ...5-91 Sheet Metal Damage ...5-95 Tires ...5-95 Underbody Maintenance ...5-96 Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials ...5-96 Washing Your Vehicle ...5-92 Weatherstrips ...5-92 Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades ...5-94 Appointments, Scheduling Service ...7-10 Audio System ...3-74 Audio Steering Wheel Controls ...3-119 Navigation/Radio System, see Navigation Manual ...3-107 Radio...
... Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses ...5-93 Fabric/Carpet ...5-90 Finish Care ...5-93 Finish Damage ...5-95 Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces ...5-91 Interior Cleaning ...5-89 Leather ...5-91 Sheet Metal Damage ...5-95 Tires ...5-95 Underbody Maintenance ...5-96 Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials ...5-96 Washing Your Vehicle ...5-92 Weatherstrips ...5-92 Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades ...5-94 Appointments, Scheduling Service ...7-10 Audio System ...3-74 Audio Steering Wheel Controls ...3-119 Navigation/Radio System, see Navigation Manual ...3-107 Radio...
Owner's Manual
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... Row Center Console ...2-56 Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow ...4-19 Sun Visors ...2-21 Sunroof ...2-60 T Tachometer ...3-35 Taillamps Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Sidemarker Lamps ...5-48 Telescopic Steering Column, Power Tilt Wheel ...3-7 Telescopic Wheel ...3-7 Theft-Deterrent, Radio ...3-118 12 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-22 Content Theft-Deterrent ...2-22 PASS-Key® III+ ...2-24 PASS-Key® III+ Operation ...2-24 Tilt Wheel ...3-7 Time, Setting ...3-75 Tire Pressure Light ...3-44 Tires...
... Row Center Console ...2-56 Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow ...4-19 Sun Visors ...2-21 Sunroof ...2-60 T Tachometer ...3-35 Taillamps Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Sidemarker Lamps ...5-48 Telescopic Steering Column, Power Tilt Wheel ...3-7 Telescopic Wheel ...3-7 Theft-Deterrent, Radio ...3-118 12 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-22 Content Theft-Deterrent ...2-22 PASS-Key® III+ ...2-24 PASS-Key® III+ Operation ...2-24 Tilt Wheel ...3-7 Time, Setting ...3-75 Tire Pressure Light ...3-44 Tires...