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2014 Buick Encore Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-15 Performance and Maintenance ...1-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...2-1 Keys and Locks ...2-1 Doors ...2-9 Vehicle ... ...9-14 Engine Exhaust ...9-22 Automatic Transmission ...9-23 Drive Systems ...9-25 Brakes ...9-26 Ride Control Systems ...9-28 Cruise Control ...9-30 Driver Assistance Systems ...9-32 Fuel ...9-42 Towing ...9-45 Conversions and Add-Ons ...9-46
2014 Buick Encore Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-15 Performance and Maintenance ...1-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...2-1 Keys and Locks ...2-1 Doors ...2-9 Vehicle ... ...9-14 Engine Exhaust ...9-22 Automatic Transmission ...9-23 Drive Systems ...9-25 Brakes ...9-26 Ride Control Systems ...9-28 Cruise Control ...9-30 Driver Assistance Systems ...9-32 Fuel ...9-42 Towing ...9-45 Conversions and Add-Ons ...9-46
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2014 Buick Encore Owner Manual M Vehicle Care ...10-1 General Information ...10-2 Vehicle Checks ...10-3 Headlamp Aiming ...10-24 Bulb Replacement ...10-24 Electrical System ...10-28 Wheels and Tires ...10-36 Jump Starting ...10-63 Towing ...10-65 Appearance Care ...10-68 Service and Maintenance ...11-1 General Information ...11-1 Maintenance Schedule ...11-3 Special Application Services...
2014 Buick Encore Owner Manual M Vehicle Care ...10-1 General Information ...10-2 Vehicle Checks ...10-3 Headlamp Aiming ...10-24 Bulb Replacement ...10-24 Electrical System ...10-28 Wheels and Tires ...10-36 Jump Starting ...10-63 Towing ...10-65 Appearance Care ...10-68 Service and Maintenance ...11-1 General Information ...11-1 Maintenance Schedule ...11-3 Special Application Services...
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... the engine again to the floor. If the regular brake system warning light is a problem. If it does not come on have the vehicle towed for service. See Towing the Vehicle on , the brakes will still work . 5-16 Instruments and Controls { Warning The brake system might also take longer to stop. If... still on after the vehicle has been pulled off . If the light comes on page 5-15. If the light is on then, have the vehicle towed for service. See Brake System Warning Light on while driving, a chime sounds. It might not be working . If the light stays on, turn the ...
... the engine again to the floor. If the regular brake system warning light is a problem. If it does not come on have the vehicle towed for service. See Towing the Vehicle on , the brakes will still work . 5-16 Instruments and Controls { Warning The brake system might also take longer to stop. If... still on after the vehicle has been pulled off . If the light comes on page 5-15. If the light is on then, have the vehicle towed for service. See Brake System Warning Light on while driving, a chime sounds. It might not be working . If the light stays on, turn the ...
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... ...9-43 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...9-45 Drive Systems All-Wheel Drive ...9-25 Brakes Antilock Brake System (ABS) ...9-26 Parking Brake ...9-27 Brake Assist ...9-27 Towing General Towing Information ...9-45 Starting and Operating New Vehicle Break-In ...Ignition Positions ...Starting the Engine ...Engine Heater ...9-14 9-14 9-16 9-18 Ride Control Systems Traction Control...
... ...9-43 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...9-45 Drive Systems All-Wheel Drive ...9-25 Brakes Antilock Brake System (ABS) ...9-26 Parking Brake ...9-27 Brake Assist ...9-27 Towing General Towing Information ...9-45 Starting and Operating New Vehicle Break-In ...Ignition Positions ...Starting the Engine ...Engine Heater ...9-14 9-14 9-16 9-18 Ride Control Systems Traction Control...
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.... 9-10 Driving and Operating Rocking the Vehicle to Get it Out Turn the steering wheel left and right to be towed out. If the vehicle does need to be towed out, see Towing the Vehicle on page 10-65. This weight is in the forward and reverse directions causes a rocking motion that does...
.... 9-10 Driving and Operating Rocking the Vehicle to Get it Out Turn the steering wheel left and right to be towed out. If the vehicle does need to be towed out, see Towing the Vehicle on page 10-65. This weight is in the forward and reverse directions causes a rocking motion that does...
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Driving and Operating pillar (B-pillar). The Tire and Loading Information label shows the number of the driver and passengers that will be towing weight of cargo and luggage load capacity. It tells you the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR... see Tires on page 10-36 and Tire Pressure on your vehicle." See "Certification Label" later in kilograms and pounds. Consult this manual to tow a trailer. There is neither designed nor intended to determine how this section. Locate the statement "The 9-11 combined weight of occupants and cargo ...
Driving and Operating pillar (B-pillar). The Tire and Loading Information label shows the number of the driver and passengers that will be towing weight of cargo and luggage load capacity. It tells you the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR... see Tires on page 10-36 and Tire Pressure on your vehicle." See "Certification Label" later in kilograms and pounds. Consult this manual to tow a trailer. There is neither designed nor intended to determine how this section. Locate the statement "The 9-11 combined weight of occupants and cargo ...
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To restart the engine when the vehicle is already moving, use N (Neutral) when the vehicle is firmly on page 9-24. Unless your foot is being towed. The repairs would not be damaged. Manual Mode Driver Shift Control (DSC) { Warning Shifting into a drive gear while the engine is dangerous. M (Manual Mode): This ...
To restart the engine when the vehicle is already moving, use N (Neutral) when the vehicle is firmly on page 9-24. Unless your foot is being towed. The repairs would not be damaged. Manual Mode Driver Shift Control (DSC) { Warning Shifting into a drive gear while the engine is dangerous. M (Manual Mode): This ...
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... and Rear Sensors In general, if objects are detected at the same time there is started. The indicator light in the button is off when towing a trailer. this message occurs, take the vehicle to your dealer to indicate the front object. 9-35 Turning the System On and Off The UFRPA system...
... and Rear Sensors In general, if objects are detected at the same time there is started. The indicator light in the button is off when towing a trailer. this message occurs, take the vehicle to your dealer to indicate the front object. 9-35 Turning the System On and Off The UFRPA system...
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... the frost or ice has melted. . Failure to the front of the side blind zones, pedestrians, bicyclists, or animals. Take the vehicle to the vehicle. A tow bar is approximately between 0.5 m (1.5 ft) and 2 m (6 ft) off the ground. The SBZA warning display will light up in injury, death, or vehicle damage. Side Blind...
... the frost or ice has melted. . Failure to the front of the side blind zones, pedestrians, bicyclists, or animals. Take the vehicle to the vehicle. A tow bar is approximately between 0.5 m (1.5 ft) and 2 m (6 ft) off the ground. The SBZA warning display will light up in injury, death, or vehicle damage. Side Blind...
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..." under Exterior Care on page 5-29. This is normal system operation; SBZA may not come on when passing a vehicle quickly or when towing a trailer. This is normal system operation; SBZA may alert to objects attached to the vehicle, such as an extra warning not to indicate... to either side Left Side Mirror Right Side Mirror Display Display When the vehicle is moving objects. Use caution while changing lanes when towing a trailer. the vehicle does not need service. If the DIC still displays the system unavailable message after cleaning both outside mirror SBZA...
..." under Exterior Care on page 5-29. This is normal system operation; SBZA may not come on when passing a vehicle quickly or when towing a trailer. This is normal system operation; SBZA may alert to objects attached to the vehicle, such as an extra warning not to indicate... to either side Left Side Mirror Right Side Mirror Display Display When the vehicle is moving objects. Use caution while changing lanes when towing a trailer. the vehicle does not need service. If the DIC still displays the system unavailable message after cleaning both outside mirror SBZA...
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... sun or the beam of headlights is limited. 1. View displayed by the camera. 2. Ice, snow, mud, or anything else builds up when towing a trailer, as the RCTA detection zones that the camera provides. 9-39 Rear Vision Camera Location 1. The area displayed by the camera is shining ... displayed by the camera. . It is above the license plate. Corner of your vehicle do not move further back when a trailer is towed. Driving and Operating Use caution while backing up on vehicle orientation or road conditions. The following illustrations show the field of view that extend out...
... sun or the beam of headlights is limited. 1. View displayed by the camera. 2. Ice, snow, mud, or anything else builds up when towing a trailer, as the RCTA detection zones that the camera provides. 9-39 Rear Vision Camera Location 1. The area displayed by the camera is shining ... displayed by the camera. . It is above the license plate. Corner of your vehicle do not move further back when a trailer is towed. Driving and Operating Use caution while backing up on vehicle orientation or road conditions. The following illustrations show the field of view that extend out...
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...bed before dispensing fuel, and keep it is neither designed nor intended to allow for expansion. Fill the container no more than 95% full to tow a trailer. { Warning Place the container on the ground. Filling a portable fuel container while it in the vehicle can cause fuel vapors that ...can ignite either by static electricity or other electronic devices. Always: . . . Do not smoke, light matches, or use lighters while pumping fuel. Towing General Towing Information The vehicle is in contact with the fill opening of the container before filling. (Continued) . . .
...bed before dispensing fuel, and keep it is neither designed nor intended to allow for expansion. Fill the container no more than 95% full to tow a trailer. { Warning Place the container on the ground. Filling a portable fuel container while it in the vehicle can cause fuel vapors that ...can ignite either by static electricity or other electronic devices. Always: . . . Do not smoke, light matches, or use lighters while pumping fuel. Towing General Towing Information The vehicle is in contact with the fill opening of the container before filling. (Continued) . . .
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... perchlorate materials. Appearance Care Exterior Care ...10-68 Interior Care ...10-73 Floor Mats ...10-76 Jump Starting Jump Starting ...10-63 Towing Towing the Vehicle ...10-65 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...10-66 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements Certain types of these chemicals. 10-2 Vehicle Care Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...10-53 Wheel Alignment...
... perchlorate materials. Appearance Care Exterior Care ...10-68 Interior Care ...10-73 Floor Mats ...10-76 Jump Starting Jump Starting ...10-63 Towing Towing the Vehicle ...10-65 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...10-66 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements Certain types of these chemicals. 10-2 Vehicle Care Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...10-53 Wheel Alignment...
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... touch each other or other end of the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal on a flatbed car carrier or a wheel lift tow truck. Vehicle Care 10-65 { Warning Fans or other end of the black negative (-) cable to the chassis components - If it probably needs...damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Jumper Cable Removal Reverse the sequence exactly when removing the jumper cables. If a wheel lift tow truck is running. 5. Start the engine in the wrong order, electrical shorting may cause damage. including the front and rear subframes, suspension ...
... touch each other or other end of the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal on a flatbed car carrier or a wheel lift tow truck. Vehicle Care 10-65 { Warning Fans or other end of the black negative (-) cable to the chassis components - If it probably needs...damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Jumper Cable Removal Reverse the sequence exactly when removing the jumper cables. If a wheel lift tow truck is running. 5. Start the engine in the wrong order, electrical shorting may cause damage. including the front and rear subframes, suspension ...
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... vehicle for a long trip, make sure the vehicle is removed, reinstall the cover with the notch in this section. Install the tow eye into the socket by using the small notch that will be traveled? Consult your dealer or trailering professional for additional advice and ...equipment recommendations. To tow the vehicle behind another vehicle, such as behind a motor home. Just as preparing the vehicle for recreational purposes, such as behind a motor...
... vehicle for a long trip, make sure the vehicle is removed, reinstall the cover with the notch in this section. Install the tow eye into the socket by using the small notch that will be traveled? Consult your dealer or trailering professional for additional advice and ...equipment recommendations. To tow the vehicle behind another vehicle, such as behind a motor home. Just as preparing the vehicle for recreational purposes, such as behind a motor...
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...-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Only) All-wheel-drive vehicles must not be covered by the vehicle warranty. To tow a front-wheel-drive vehicle from the front with a clamping device designed for towing. Put the front wheels on the ground, the drivetrain components could be damaged. Clamp the steering wheel ...in a straight-ahead position with two wheels on the ground: 1. The repairs would not be towed with two wheels on the ground. Move the shift lever to be placed on a platform trailer with all four wheels on the ground. The...
...-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Only) All-wheel-drive vehicles must not be covered by the vehicle warranty. To tow a front-wheel-drive vehicle from the front with a clamping device designed for towing. Put the front wheels on the ground, the drivetrain components could be damaged. Clamp the steering wheel ...in a straight-ahead position with two wheels on the ground: 1. The repairs would not be towed with two wheels on the ground. Move the shift lever to be placed on a platform trailer with all four wheels on the ground. The...
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... vehicle from the ignition. 6. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11-11. Use a de-icing agent only when absolutely necessary, and have the vehicle towed from the rear could damage it often and out of direct sunlight. { Caution Do not use petroleum-based, acidic, or abrasive cleaning agents as they...
... vehicle from the ignition. 6. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11-11. Use a de-icing agent only when absolutely necessary, and have the vehicle towed from the rear could damage it often and out of direct sunlight. { Caution Do not use petroleum-based, acidic, or abrasive cleaning agents as they...
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The Additional Required Services Normal are for vehicles that are: . Frequently towing a trailer. See Vehicle Load Limits on page 10-3. Refer to the information in the Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal chart. Perform maintenance work only ...
The Additional Required Services Normal are for vehicles that are: . Frequently towing a trailer. See Vehicle Load Limits on page 10-3. Refer to the information in the Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal chart. Perform maintenance work only ...
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... by the warranty. In the U.S., anyone driving the vehicle is not covered. Emergency Tow from the owner is covered. It is stuck in good condition and properly inflated. Services Provided . . Buick and General Motors of the tire if it is not a part of the vehicle. For security reasons, ... for the vehicle to get to 6 years/ 110 000 km (70,000 mi), whichever comes first. Buick and General Motors of any time without permission from a Public Road or Highway: Tow to make any changes or discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at any laws. Lock-Out Service: Service to...
... by the warranty. In the U.S., anyone driving the vehicle is not covered. Emergency Tow from the owner is covered. It is stuck in good condition and properly inflated. Services Provided . . Buick and General Motors of the tire if it is not a part of the vehicle. For security reasons, ... for the vehicle to get to 6 years/ 110 000 km (70,000 mi), whichever comes first. Buick and General Motors of any time without permission from a Public Road or Highway: Tow to make any changes or discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at any laws. Lock-Out Service: Service to...
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.... Many insurance policies provide reduced protection to move it by limiting compensation for damage repairs through the use of the lease for help. For emergency towing see What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates? Driver license number. Insurance company and policy number. Some insurance companies will be charged at the...
.... Many insurance policies provide reduced protection to move it by limiting compensation for damage repairs through the use of the lease for help. For emergency towing see What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates? Driver license number. Insurance company and policy number. Some insurance companies will be charged at the...