Owner's Manual
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2012 Buick Enclave Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-15 Performance and Maintenance ...1-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...2-1 Keys and Locks ...2-2 Doors ...2-10 Vehicle Security...2-14 Exterior Mirrors ...2-17 Interior Mirrors ...2-19 Windows ...2-20 Roof ...2-22 Seats and Restraints ...3-1 Head Restraints ...3-2 Front Seats ...3-3 Rear Seats ...3-9 Safety Belts ...3-14 Airbag System ...3-23 Child Restraints ...3-38 Storage ...4-1 Storage Compartments ...4-1 Additional Storage Features ...4-4 Roof Rack System ...4-5 ...
2012 Buick Enclave Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-15 Performance and Maintenance ...1-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...2-1 Keys and Locks ...2-2 Doors ...2-10 Vehicle Security...2-14 Exterior Mirrors ...2-17 Interior Mirrors ...2-19 Windows ...2-20 Roof ...2-22 Seats and Restraints ...3-1 Head Restraints ...3-2 Front Seats ...3-3 Rear Seats ...3-9 Safety Belts ...3-14 Airbag System ...3-23 Child Restraints ...3-38 Storage ...4-1 Storage Compartments ...4-1 Additional Storage Features ...4-4 Roof Rack System ...4-5 ...
Owner's Manual
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... Audio Devices ...Bluetooth® ...Steering Wheel Controls ...1-15 1-16 1-17 1-17 1-17 StabiliTrak® System ...1-20 Tire Pressure Monitor ...1-21 Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit ...1-21 Engine Oil Life System ...1-22 Driving for Better Fuel Economy ...1-22 Roadside Assistance Program ...1-23 OnStar® ...1-23 In Brief 1-1 1-18 1-18 1-19 1-19 1-19 1-20 In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...1-4 Remote Vehicle Start ...1-5 Door Locks ...1-5 Liftgate ...1-6 Windows ...1-6 Seat...
... Audio Devices ...Bluetooth® ...Steering Wheel Controls ...1-15 1-16 1-17 1-17 1-17 StabiliTrak® System ...1-20 Tire Pressure Monitor ...1-21 Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit ...1-21 Engine Oil Life System ...1-22 Driving for Better Fuel Economy ...1-22 Roadside Assistance Program ...1-23 OnStar® ...1-23 In Brief 1-1 1-18 1-18 1-19 1-19 1-19 1-20 In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...1-4 Remote Vehicle Start ...1-5 Door Locks ...1-5 Liftgate ...1-6 Windows ...1-6 Seat...
Owner's Manual
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... Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 5‑6. Hood Release. Rear Window Wiper/Washer on page 6‑5. Tow/Haul Button (If Equipped). Passenger Air Bag Status Indicator. K. L. N. Hazard Warning Flashers on page 5‑27. B. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 6‑4. Instrument Panel Storage on page 9‑34. H. Cruise Control on page 4‑1. Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8‑9. V. Console Shift Lever. In Brief A. Air Vents on page 8‑1. Driver...
... Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 5‑6. Hood Release. Rear Window Wiper/Washer on page 6‑5. Tow/Haul Button (If Equipped). Passenger Air Bag Status Indicator. K. L. N. Hazard Warning Flashers on page 5‑27. B. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 6‑4. Instrument Panel Storage on page 9‑34. H. Cruise Control on page 4‑1. Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8‑9. V. Console Shift Lever. In Brief A. Air Vents on page 8‑1. Driver...
Owner's Manual
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... the parking lamps flash. K: Q: Press to lock the doors. Power Door Locks Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle. 2. Turn on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. Press to unlock the doors. In Brief 1-5 Remote Vehicle Start Starting the Vehicle With this feature the engine can be locked and the climate control system may come on as long as the engine is running. Press and release Canceling a Remote Start To cancel a remote start can be started from outside , turn the key...
... the parking lamps flash. K: Q: Press to lock the doors. Power Door Locks Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle. 2. Turn on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. Press to unlock the doors. In Brief 1-5 Remote Vehicle Start Starting the Vehicle With this feature the engine can be locked and the climate control system may come on as long as the engine is running. Press and release Canceling a Remote Start To cancel a remote start can be started from outside , turn the key...
Owner's Manual
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... page 5‑9. For vehicles with CD, DVD, and USB Port: 1. For detailed instructions on . 2. Setting the Clock To set the time and date for the radio with a Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System and Rear Seat Audio (RSA) System, see Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System on page 7‑40 and Rear Seat Audio (RSA) System on page 7‑50 for the vehicle's specific audio system, see Operation on...
... page 5‑9. For vehicles with CD, DVD, and USB Port: 1. For detailed instructions on . 2. Setting the Clock To set the time and date for the radio with a Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System and Rear Seat Audio (RSA) System, see Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System on page 7‑40 and Rear Seat Audio (RSA) System on page 7‑50 for the vehicle's specific audio system, see Operation on...
Owner's Manual
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... turn on automatically every time the vehicle is on the headliner above the rearview mirror. Manual Sunshade The front sunshade must be opened and closed position, press and release the rear or front of the vehicle in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY to turn on page 9‑32. See Ride Control System Messages on . . Express-open/Express-close: From the closed manually. Performance and Maintenance StabiliTrak...
... turn on automatically every time the vehicle is on the headliner above the rearview mirror. Manual Sunshade The front sunshade must be opened and closed position, press and release the rear or front of the vehicle in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY to turn on page 9‑32. See Ride Control System Messages on . . Express-open/Express-close: From the closed manually. Performance and Maintenance StabiliTrak...
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...Keys and Locks Keys ...Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation ...Remote Vehicle Start ...Door Locks ...Power Door Locks ...Delayed Locking ...Automatic Door Locks ...Lockout Protection ...Safety Locks ...2-2 2-3 2-3 2-5 2-8 2-8 2-9 2-9 2-9 2-9 Doors Liftgate ...2-10 Interior Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...2-19 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security ...Anti-theft Alarm System ...Immobilizer ...Immobilizer Operation ...2-14 2-14 2-15 2-15 2-17 2-17 2-18 2-18 2-18 2-19 Windows Windows ...2-20 Power Windows ...2-20 Sun Visors ...2-22 Exterior...
...Keys and Locks Keys ...Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation ...Remote Vehicle Start ...Door Locks ...Power Door Locks ...Delayed Locking ...Automatic Door Locks ...Lockout Protection ...Safety Locks ...2-2 2-3 2-3 2-5 2-8 2-8 2-9 2-9 2-9 2-9 Doors Liftgate ...2-10 Interior Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...2-19 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security ...Anti-theft Alarm System ...Immobilizer ...Immobilizer Operation ...2-14 2-14 2-15 2-15 2-17 2-17 2-18 2-18 2-18 2-19 Windows Windows ...2-20 Power Windows ...2-20 Sun Visors ...2-22 Exterior...
Owner's Manual
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... remote start feature if the key is in Which the Remote Start Will Not Work The vehicle cannot be extended one time. Conditions in the ignition, the hood is open, or if there is the first remote start . Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press / until the parking lamps turn off . . . If the remote start procedure is used again. 2-7 Shutting the Engine Off After a Remote Start To manually shut off during a remote start : . Turn the ignition switch...
... remote start feature if the key is in Which the Remote Start Will Not Work The vehicle cannot be extended one time. Conditions in the ignition, the hood is open, or if there is the first remote start . Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press / until the parking lamps turn off . . . If the remote start procedure is used again. 2-7 Shutting the Engine Off After a Remote Start To manually shut off during a remote start : . Turn the ignition switch...
Owner's Manual
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... in many types of the airbags, see Where Are the Airbags? After the frontal airbags and seat-mounted side impact airbags inflate, they inflate. on the interior lamps and hazard warning flashers, and shut off the fuel system after an Airbag Inflates? Seats and Restraints Airbags supplement the protection provided by safety belts by opening a window or a door. The vehicle has a feature that some people may still be...
... in many types of the airbags, see Where Are the Airbags? After the frontal airbags and seat-mounted side impact airbags inflate, they inflate. on the interior lamps and hazard warning flashers, and shut off the fuel system after an Airbag Inflates? Seats and Restraints Airbags supplement the protection provided by safety belts by opening a window or a door. The vehicle has a feature that some people may still be...
Owner's Manual
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... until the motor cools. Release the button when enough fluid has been sprayed on the windshield. 5-6 Instruments and Controls Windshield Washer Press the button at the end of the turn signal/lane change lever, to spray washer fluid on the window. Turn the band up for more cycles after it stays on . Heavy snow or ice can form ice on the rear window. The wiper speed cannot be replaced.
... until the motor cools. Release the button when enough fluid has been sprayed on the windshield. 5-6 Instruments and Controls Windshield Washer Press the button at the end of the turn signal/lane change lever, to spray washer fluid on the window. Turn the band up for more cycles after it stays on . Heavy snow or ice can form ice on the rear window. The wiper speed cannot be replaced.
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... costly repairs not covered by the vehicle warranty. Avoid hard accelerations. 5-20 Instruments and Controls Malfunctions often are at acceptable levels, to pass a required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test. See Accessories and Modifications on during a malfunction in correctly diagnosing any problem is required. Diagnosis and service might not run as it does not, have the vehicle serviced by the system before any malfunction. This light...
... costly repairs not covered by the vehicle warranty. Avoid hard accelerations. 5-20 Instruments and Controls Malfunctions often are at acceptable levels, to pass a required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test. See Accessories and Modifications on during a malfunction in correctly diagnosing any problem is required. Diagnosis and service might not run as it does not, have the vehicle serviced by the system before any malfunction. This light...
Owner's Manual
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... Fuel Container ...9-48 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission ...9-26 Manual Mode ...9-28 Tow/Haul Mode ...9-29 Drive Systems All-Wheel Drive ...9-29 Brakes Antilock Brake System (ABS) ...Parking Brake ...Brake Assist ...Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...9-30 9-31 9-31 9-32 Towing General Towing Information ...Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips ...Trailer Towing ...Towing Equipment ...9-48 9-49 9-54 9-56 Starting and Operating New Vehicle Break-In ...Ignition Positions ...Starting the Engine ...Engine Heater ...Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...9-17 9-18 9-19 9-21 9-21 Ride Control...
... Fuel Container ...9-48 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission ...9-26 Manual Mode ...9-28 Tow/Haul Mode ...9-29 Drive Systems All-Wheel Drive ...9-29 Brakes Antilock Brake System (ABS) ...Parking Brake ...Brake Assist ...Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...9-30 9-31 9-31 9-32 Towing General Towing Information ...Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips ...Trailer Towing ...Towing Equipment ...9-48 9-49 9-54 9-56 Starting and Operating New Vehicle Break-In ...Ignition Positions ...Starting the Engine ...Engine Heater ...Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...9-17 9-18 9-19 9-21 9-21 Ride Control...
Owner's Manual
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... Driver Information Center (DIC): SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL, SERVICE STABILITRAK, the StabiliTrak light will automatically release when the accelerator pedal is stopped on page 5‑37. The system should be taken in R (Reverse). 9-32 Driving and Operating Hill Start Assist (HSA) This vehicle has a Hill Start Assist (HSA) feature, which combines antilock brake, traction, and stability control systems and helps the driver maintain directional control of driving before the vehicle...
... Driver Information Center (DIC): SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL, SERVICE STABILITRAK, the StabiliTrak light will automatically release when the accelerator pedal is stopped on page 5‑37. The system should be taken in R (Reverse). 9-32 Driving and Operating Hill Start Assist (HSA) This vehicle has a Hill Start Assist (HSA) feature, which combines antilock brake, traction, and stability control systems and helps the driver maintain directional control of driving before the vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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...Headlamp Right Parking Lamp Trailer Right Stoplamp and Turn Signal Regulated Voltage Control Sensor EMISSION 1 Emission 1 EMISSION 2 Emission 2 EVEN COILS Even Injector Coils FAN 1 FAN 2 FOG LAMP FSCM HORN HTD MIR HUMIDITY/ MAF Cooling Fan 1 Cooling Fan 2 Fog Lamps Fuel System Control Module Horn Heated Outside Rearview Mirror Humidity Sensor/ MAF Sensor PWR L/GATE Power Liftgate PWR OUTLET REAR CAMERA RR APO RR DEFOG RR HVAC Power Outlet Rear Vision Camera Rear Accessory Power Outlet Rear Defogger Rear Climate Control System S/ROOF/ Sunroof SUNSHADE SERVICE SPARE Service Repair Spare STOP...
...Headlamp Right Parking Lamp Trailer Right Stoplamp and Turn Signal Regulated Voltage Control Sensor EMISSION 1 Emission 1 EMISSION 2 Emission 2 EVEN COILS Even Injector Coils FAN 1 FAN 2 FOG LAMP FSCM HORN HTD MIR HUMIDITY/ MAF Cooling Fan 1 Cooling Fan 2 Fog Lamps Fuel System Control Module Horn Heated Outside Rearview Mirror Humidity Sensor/ MAF Sensor PWR L/GATE Power Liftgate PWR OUTLET REAR CAMERA RR APO RR DEFOG RR HVAC Power Outlet Rear Vision Camera Rear Accessory Power Outlet Rear Defogger Rear Climate Control System S/ROOF/ Sunroof SUNSHADE SERVICE SPARE Service Repair Spare STOP...
Owner's Manual
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... its width. Some examples of the tire. 10-42 Vehicle Care Aspect Ratio: The relationship of a tire's height to the centerline of the tread. The DOT code includes the Tire Identification Number (TIN), an alphanumeric designator which the plies are automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Cords may be made from driving. Curb Weight: The weight of Transportation (DOT) Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. Department of a motor vehicle with...
... its width. Some examples of the tire. 10-42 Vehicle Care Aspect Ratio: The relationship of a tire's height to the centerline of the tread. The DOT code includes the Tire Identification Number (TIN), an alphanumeric designator which the plies are automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Cords may be made from driving. Curb Weight: The weight of Transportation (DOT) Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. Department of a motor vehicle with...
Owner's Manual
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... Parking for additional information. When storing a vehicle for mud and snow. The rubber in a cool, dry, clean area away from the tires. If the tires have an all‐season tread design, the TPC Spec number will be free of grease, gasoline, or other substances that impact the overall performance of the vehicle, including brake system performance, ride and handling, traction control, and tire pressure...
... Parking for additional information. When storing a vehicle for mud and snow. The rubber in a cool, dry, clean area away from the tires. If the tires have an all‐season tread design, the TPC Spec number will be free of grease, gasoline, or other substances that impact the overall performance of the vehicle, including brake system performance, ride and handling, traction control, and tire pressure...
Owner's Manual
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... tire service center should mount or dismount the tires. Vehicles that does not have a tire pressure monitoring system could fail suddenly and cause a crash. See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑12 for information on the vehicle. { WARNING Tires could cause injury or death. Vehicle Care GM recommends replacing all the tires at the same time. Uniform tread depth on all the tires are the same size, load range, speed rating...
... tire service center should mount or dismount the tires. Vehicles that does not have a tire pressure monitoring system could fail suddenly and cause a crash. See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑12 for information on the vehicle. { WARNING Tires could cause injury or death. Vehicle Care GM recommends replacing all the tires at the same time. Uniform tread depth on all the tires are the same size, load range, speed rating...
Owner's Manual
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... rear of the convenience center (A) that is nearest the liftgate. 2. Do not try to remove the spare tire from under the vehicle. Turn the wrench (B) counterclockwise to lower the spare tire (E) to raise the cable back up after removing the spare tire. Do not store a full‐size or a flat road tire under the vehicle. 5. If the vehicle has aluminum wheels, remove the wheel nut caps...
... rear of the convenience center (A) that is nearest the liftgate. 2. Do not try to remove the spare tire from under the vehicle. Turn the wrench (B) counterclockwise to lower the spare tire (E) to raise the cable back up after removing the spare tire. Do not store a full‐size or a flat road tire under the vehicle. 5. If the vehicle has aluminum wheels, remove the wheel nut caps...
Owner's Manual
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... 10‑32. 7. Turn the ignition to start the vehicle. Release the parking brake. Be sure to follow all four wheels on a platform trailer with all steps of the dinghy towing procedure prior to N (Neutral). Reinstall the fuse to ACC/ACCESSORY. 5. These vehicles may also be towed by placing them on the ground: 1. To prevent the battery from draining while the vehicle is front-wheel‐drive, it can be...
... 10‑32. 7. Turn the ignition to start the vehicle. Release the parking brake. Be sure to follow all four wheels on a platform trailer with all steps of the dinghy towing procedure prior to N (Neutral). Reinstall the fuse to ACC/ACCESSORY. 5. These vehicles may also be towed by placing them on the ground: 1. To prevent the battery from draining while the vehicle is front-wheel‐drive, it can be...
Owner's Manual
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... Seats ...3-8 Heated Mirrors ...2-18 Heater Engine ...9-21 High Voltage Devices and Wiring ...10-31 High-Beam On Light ...5-26 Highway Hypnosis ...9-7 Hill and Mountain Roads ...9-8 Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...9-32 Hood ...10-5 Horn ...5-5 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ...3-15 J Jump Starting ...10-79 K Key and Lock Messages ...5-36 Keyless Entry Remote (RKE) System ...2-3 Keys ...2-2 I Ignition Positions ...9-18 Ignition Transmission Lock Check ...10-27 Immobilizer ...2-15 Infants and Young Children, Restraints ...3-41 Infotainment ...7-1 Instrument Cluster ...5-13 Instrument Panel...
... Seats ...3-8 Heated Mirrors ...2-18 Heater Engine ...9-21 High Voltage Devices and Wiring ...10-31 High-Beam On Light ...5-26 Highway Hypnosis ...9-7 Hill and Mountain Roads ...9-8 Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...9-32 Hood ...10-5 Horn ...5-5 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ...3-15 J Jump Starting ...10-79 K Key and Lock Messages ...5-36 Keyless Entry Remote (RKE) System ...2-3 Keys ...2-2 I Ignition Positions ...9-18 Ignition Transmission Lock Check ...10-27 Immobilizer ...2-15 Infants and Young Children, Restraints ...3-41 Infotainment ...7-1 Instrument Cluster ...5-13 Instrument Panel...