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Buick Encore 2013 Owner's Manual (373 pages)
2013
Brand:
Buick
| Category:
Automobile
| Size: 5.37 MB
Table of Contents
Contents
1
Introduction
3
About Driving the Vehicle
4
Symbols
4
Danger, Warnings and Cautions
4
Vehicle Symbol Chart
5
In Brief
7
Instrument Panel
8
Initial Drive Information
10
Remote Keyless Entry System
10
Remote Vehicle Start
10
Starting the Vehicle
10
Liftgate
11
Canceling a Remote Start
11
Door Locks
11
Power Door Locks
11
Windows
12
Seat Adjustment
12
Manual Seats
12
Power Seats
13
Lumbar Adjustment
13
Reclining Seatbacks
13
Memory Features
14
Second Row Seats
14
Heated Seats
14
Passenger Sensing System
15
Head Restraint Adjustment
15
Safety Belts
15
Interior Mirror
16
Steering Wheel Adjustment
16
Exterior Mirrors
16
Mirror Adjustment
16
Interior Lighting
17
Exterior Lighting
17
Reading Lamps
17
Dome Lamps
17
Windshield Wiper/Washer
18
Climate Controls
19
Climate Control System
19
Driver Shift Control (DSC)
20
Transmission
20
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
20
Vehicle Features
21
Radio
21
Storing a Station as a Favorite
21
Setting the Clock
21
Portable Audio Devices
22
Steering Wheel Controls
22
Bluetooth
22
Setting the 12/24 Hour Format
22
Ultrasonic Parking Assist
23
Driver Information Center (DIC)
23
Rear Vision Camera
23
Infotainment System
23
Power Outlets
24
Sunroof
24
Performance and Maintenance
25
Traction Control System
25
Stabilitrak System
25
Tire Pressure Monitor
25
Engine Oil Life System
26
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
26
Resetting the Oil Life System
26
Roadside Assistance Program
27
Onstar
27
Keys and Locks
29
Keys, Doors, and Windows
29
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation
31
Battery Replacement
32
Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle
32
Extending Engine Run Time
33
Automatic Door Locks
35
Safety Locks
35
Doors
36
Vehicle Security
37
Vehicle Alarm System
37
Arming the System
37
Immobilizer Operation
38
Disarming the System
38
How to Detect a Tamper Condition
38
Immobilizer
38
Convex Mirrors
39
Power Mirrors
39
Folding Mirrors
40
Manual Folding Mirrors
40
Heated Mirrors
40
Blind Spot Mirrors
40
Reverse Tilt Mirrors
41
Using the Outside Mirror with the Blind Spot Mirror
41
Manual Rearview Mirror
41
Interior Mirrors
41
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
42
Cleaning the Mirror
42
Power Windows
42
Programming the Power Windows
43
Anti-Pinch Feature
43
Express-Up/Express-Down Windows
43
Roof
44
Sun Visors
44
Rear Window Lockout
44
Express-Open/Express-Close
45
Seats and Restraints
47
Front Seats
48
Head Restraints
48
Rear Seats
49
Power Seat Adjustment
50
Memory Seats
52
Storing Button Memory Positions
52
Recalling Button Memory Positions
53
Recalling RKE Memory Positions
53
Easy Exit Driver Seat
53
Front Seat Armrest
54
Heated Front Seats
54
Folding Seatback
55
Remote Start Heated Seats
55
To Fold a Seatback down
56
Folding the Seatback
56
To Raise the Seatback
56
Raising the Seatback
58
Rear Seat Armrest
60
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
61
Why Safety Belts Work
61
Questions and Answers about Safety Belts
61
Lap-Shoulder Belt
62
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
64
Safety Belt Pretensioners
65
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides
65
Safety Belt Extender
67
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
67
Safety System Check
68
Safety Belt Care
68
Airbag System
69
Where Are the Airbags?
71
When Should an Airbag Inflate?
72
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?
73
How Does an Airbag Restrain?
74
What will You See after an Airbag Inflates?
74
If the on Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint
78
If the off Indicator Is Lit for an Adult-Size Occupant
78
Additional Factors Affecting System Operation
79
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
79
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
80
Airbag System Check
80
Child Restraints
81
Older Children
81
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash
81
Infants and Young Children
83
Child Restraint Systems
86
Rear-Facing Infant Seat
86
Forward-Facing Child Seat
86
Booster Seats
86
Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle
87
Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint
87
Where to Put the Restraint
87
Lower Anchors
89
Tethers for Children
89
Top Tether Anchor
90
Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations
90
Replacing LATCH System Parts after a Crash
94
Securing Child Restraints
95
Storage Compartments
101
Instrument Panel Storage
101
Cupholders
102
Sunglasses Storage
102
Underseat Storage
102
Cargo Management System
103
Cargo Cover
103
Center Console Storage
103
Additional Storage Features
103
Convenience Net
104
Warning Triangle
104
First Air Kit
105
Roof Rack System
105
Instruments and Controls
107
Table of Contents
107
Steering Wheel Adjustment
108
Steering Wheel Controls
108
Heated Steering Wheel
109
Horn
109
Windshield Wiper/Washer
109
Intermittent Wipes
110
Mist
110
Rear Window Wiper/Washer
110
Windshield Washer
110
Compass
111
Recalibrating the Compass
111
Reverse Gear Wipes
111
Setting the Compass Zone
111
Clock
112
Power Outlets
112
To Set the Time and Date
112
Power Outlet 120 Volt Alternating Current
113
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators
114
Instrument Cluster
115
English Shown, Metric Similar
115
Speedometer
116
Trip Odometer
116
Tachometer
116
Fuel Gauge
116
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
117
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light
118
Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light
118
Safety Belt Reminders
118
Airbag Readiness Light
118
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
119
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
120
Charging System Light
120
Light on Steady
121
Light Flashing
121
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
122
Brake System Warning Light
123
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
123
Power Steering Warning Light
124
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Light
124
Vehicle Ahead Indicator Traction off Light
124
Stabilitrak ® off Light
125
Traction Control System (Tcs)/Stabilitrak Light
125
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
126
Tire Pressure Light
126
Engine Oil Pressure Light
126
Low Fuel Warning Light
127
Immobilizer Light
128
High-Beam on Light
128
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Indicator Light
128
Front Fog Lamp Light
128
Instruments and Controls
128
Lamps on Reminder
128
Cruise Control Light
129
Information Displays
129
Driver Information
129
Center (DIC)
129
Trip/Fuel Menu Items
130
Digital Speedometer
130
Trip 1 and Trip 2
130
Fuel Range
130
Timer
131
Vehicle Information Menu Items
131
Navigation
131
Remaining Oil Life
131
Battery Saver Active
132
Battery Voltage and Charging Messages
132
Low Battery
132
Brake System Messages
133
Compass Messages
133
Cruise Control Messages
133
Door Ajar Messages
133
Engine Cooling System Messages
133
Engine Oil Low Add Oil
134
Engine Oil Messages
134
Engine Power Messages
134
Fuel System Messages
134
Lamp Messages
135
Object Detection System Messages
135
Park Assist off
135
Turn Signal on
135
Ride Control System Messages
136
Service Parking Assist
136
Service Vehicle Messages
136
Traction Control off
136
Service Vehicle Soon
137
Tire Learning Active
137
Tire Messages
137
Transmission Messages
137
Languages
138
Set Date
138
Set Time
138
Vehicle Personalization
138
Auto Volume
139
Maximum Startup Volume
139
Phone Settings
139
Radio Settings
139
Climate and Air Quality
140
Home Page Menu
140
Restore Home Page Defaults
140
Vehicle Settings
140
Auto Memory Recall
141
Button Volume
141
Comfort and Convenience
141
Exit Lighting
142
Lighting
142
Remote Lock/Unlock/Start
142
Vehicle Locator Lights
142
Remote Door Unlock
143
Return to Factory Settings?
143
Automatic
145
Exterior Lamp Controls
145
Headlamps
145
Parking Lamps
145
Daytime Running Lamps
146
Flash-To-Pass
146
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
146
Automatic Headlamp System
147
Hazard Warning Flashers
147
Lights on with Wipers
147
Front Fog Lamps
148
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
148
Courtesy Lamps
149
Instrument Panel Illumination Control
149
Battery Power Protection
150
Entry Lighting
150
Lighting Features
150
Infotainment System
151
Infotainment
152
Overview
152
Radio/Band
152
Theft-Deterrent Feature
152
Automatic Switch-Off
154
Operation
154
Submenus
154
Turning the System on or off
154
Volume Control
154
Activating a Setting
155
Entering a Character Sequence
155
Setting a Value
155
Turning a Function on or off
155
Adjusting the EQ (Equalizer)
156
Adjusting the Fader and Balance
156
Adjusting the Treble, Midrange, and Bass
156
Configuring the Number of Favorite Pages
156
AM-FM Radio
157
Radio Menus
157
Seek Tuning
157
Selecting a Station
157
Category Lists
158
Station Lists
158
Updating Station & Category Lists
158
Autostore Stations
159
Finding a Station
159
Seeking a Station
159
Radio Data System (RDS)
160
Radio Reception
160
Audio Players
161
CD Player
161
Cell Phone Usage
161
Multi-Band Antenna
161
Inserting a CD
162
Playing a CD or MP3 CD
162
Removing a CD
162
Selecting a CD Track
162
3.5 MM Jack
163
Adjusting the Volume
163
Auxiliary Devices
163
USB Port
163
Connecting and Controlling an Ipod
164
Searching for a Track
164
Shuffle
164
To Search for Tracks
164
Connecting and Controlling a USB Drive
165
Shuffle Functionality
165
Bluetooth
166
Phone
166
UHP Controls
166
Audio System
167
Changing Bluetooth Code
167
Infotainment System Controls
167
Voice Control
167
Pairing a Phone
168
Ring Tone
168
Ring Volume
168
Using UHP with Infotainment Controls
168
Connecting to a Different Phone
169
Viewing All Paired and Connected Phones
169
Accepting or Declining a Call
170
Call Waiting
171
Conference Calling
171
Ending a Call
171
To Mute a Call
171
Activating the Voice Control
172
Adjusting the Volume for Voice Output
172
Canceling Dialogue
172
Operating UHP Using Voice Control
172
Frequently Used Commands
173
Main Menu Commands
173
Pairing, Saving, or Deleting Phone from Device List
173
Voice Feedback
173
Example of a Dialogue
174
Selecting Phone from Device List
174
Telephone Number Dialing
174
Making a Call Using Name Tag
175
Starting a Second Call
175
Re-Dialing
176
Saving a Name Tag
176
Available Commands
177
Listening to Stored Name Tags
177
Trademarks and License Agreements
177
Climate Control Systems
181
Air Conditioning
182
Air Delivery Mode Control
182
Rear Window Defogger
182
Temperature Control
182
Air Delivery Modes
184
Manual Operation
184
Remote Start Climate Control Operation
185
Sensors
185
Air Intake
186
Air Vents
186
Maintenance
186
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
186
Driving and Operating
189
Driver Behavior
190
Driving Environment
190
Driving Information
190
Vehicle Design
190
Distracted Driving
191
Braking
192
Control of a Vehicle
192
Defensive Driving
192
Drunk Driving
192
Curve Tips
193
Electric Power Steering
193
Off-Road Recovery
193
Steering
193
Driving on Wet Roads
194
Loss of Control
194
Skidding
194
Highway Hypnosis
195
Hill and Mountain Roads
195
Hydroplaning
195
Other Rainy Weather Tips
195
Driving on Snow or Ice
196
Winter Driving
196
Blizzard Conditions
197
Rocking the Vehicle to Get It out
198
Tire and Loading Information Label
199
Vehicle Load Limits
199
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
200
Certification Label
202
Ignition Positions
203
New Vehicle Break-In
203
Starting and Operating
203
Key Lock Release
205
Starting the Engine
205
Engine Heater
206
Starting Procedure
206
Retained Accessory Power
207
To Use the Engine Heater
207
Shifting into Park
208
Torque Lock
208
Shift Lock Manual Release
209
Shifting out of Park
209
Parking over Things that Burn
210
Engine Exhaust
211
Running the Vehicle While Parked
211
Automatic Transmission
212
Manual Mode
213
Neutral
213
Driver Shift Control
214
All-Wheel Drive
215
Antilock Brake System
215
Brakes
215
Drive Systems
215
Braking in Emergencies
216
Parking Brake
216
Using ABS
216
Brake Assist
217
Hill Start Assist
217
Ride Control Systems
217
Tcs/Stabilitrak Button
218
Tcs/Stabilitrak Light
218
Cruise Control
220
Setting Cruise Control
221
Ending Cruise Control
222
Erasing Speed Memory
222
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control
222
Resuming a Set Speed
222
Detecting the Vehicle Ahead
223
Forward Collision Alert System
223
Object Detection Systems
223
Collision Alert
224
Selecting the Alert Timing
224
Tailgating Alert
224
Unnecessary Alertsd
224
Lane Departure Warning
228
Fuel
230
LDW Messages
230
Gasoline Specifications
231
Prohibited Fuels
231
Recommended Fuel
231
California Fuel Requirements
232
Fuel Additives
232
Fuels in Foreign Countries
232
Filling the Tank
233
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
234
Add-On Electrical Equipment
235
Conversions and Add-Ons
235
General Towing Information
235
Towing
235
Vehicle Care
237
Accessories and Modifications
239
Vehicle Checks
239
Hood
240
To Open the Hood
240
To Close the Hood
241
Engine Compartment Overview
242
Checking Engine Oil
243
Engine Oil
243
Selecting the Right Engine Oil
244
When to Add Engine Oil
244
Engine Oil Additives
245
Viscosity Grade
245
What to Do with Used Oil
245
Automatic Transmission Fluid
246
How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid
246
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
247
How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
247
Cooling System
248
Engine Coolant
248
Checking Coolant
249
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank
250
Engine Overheating
251
If no Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
252
If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
252
Washer Fluid
252
Adding Washer Fluid
253
Brake Adjustment
254
Brake Fluid
254
Brake Pedal Travel
254
Replacing Brake System Parts
254
Battery
256
Starter Switch Check
256
Transfer Case
256
Vehicle Storage
256
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
257
Park Brake and Park Mechanism Check
257
Front Wiper Blade Replacement
258
Wiper Blade Replacement
258
Headlamp Aiming
259
To Remove the Cover
259
To Replace the Wiper Blade
259
Bulb Replacement
260
Halogen Bulbs
260
Parking Lamp
261
Turn Signal Lamp
261
License Plate Lamp
262
Replacement Bulbs
262
Electrical System
263
Electrical System Overload
263
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
263
Headlamp Wiring
263
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
264
Auxiliary Fuse Block
266
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
267
Rear Compartment Fuse Block
269
Tires
271
Wheels and Tires
271
All-Season Tires
272
Summer Tires
272
Winter Tires
272
Tire Identification Number
273
Tire Ply Material
273
Tire Sidewall Labeling
273
Tire Size
273
Aspect Ratio
275
Construction Code
275
Rim Diameter
275
Tire Designations
275
Air Pressure
276
Bead
276
Belt
276
DOT Markings
276
Light Truck
277
Load Index
277
Maximum Load Rating
277
Normal Occupant Weight
277
Sidewall
278
Speed Rating
278
Tire Pressure
278
Traction
278
Tire Pressure Monitor System
279
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
281
TPMS Malfunction Light and Message
282
TPMS Sensor Matching Process
282
Tire Inspection
284
Tire Rotation
284
When It Is Time for New Tires
285
Buying New Tires
286
Different Size Tires and Wheels
288
Treadwear
288
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
288
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
290
Wheel Replacement
290
If a Tire Goes Flat
291
Tire Chains
291
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire
293
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
293
Tire Changing
293
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools
296
Storing the Flat Tire and Tools
296
Compact Spare Tire
297
Jump Starting
297
Jumper Cable Removal
300
Recreational Vehicle Towing
300
Towing the Vehicle
300
Dinghy Towing
301
Dolly Towing
301
Towing the Vehicle from the Rear
302
Appearance Care
303
Exterior Care
303
Locks
303
Washing the Vehicle
303
Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts
304
Weatherstrips
304
Wheels and Trim
304
Windshield and Wiper Blades
304
Body Component Lubrication
305
Finish Damage
305
Sheet Metal Damage
305
Underbody Maintenance
305
Interior Care
306
Interior Glass
306
Coated Moldings
307
Fabric/Carpet/Suede
307
Speaker Covers
307
Cargo Cover and Convenience Net
308
Care of Safety Belts
309
Floor Mats
309
Removing and Replacing the Floor Mats
309
Service and Maintenance
311
At each Fuel Stop
312
Engine Oil Change
312
Maintenance Schedule
312
Owner Checks and Services
312
Additional Required Services
315
Additional Maintenance and Care
319
Belts
319
Hoses
320
Lamps
320
Shocks and Struts
320
Wheel Alignment
321
Windshield
321
Wiper Blades
321
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
322
Maintenance Replacement Parts
323
Engine Identification
327
Technical Data
327
Vehicle Identification
327
Vin
327
Capacities and Specifications
328
Vehicle Data
328
Engine Specifications
329
Engine Drive Belt Routing
330
Customer Information
331
Emergency Towing
338
Trip Interruption
338
Battery Jump Start
341
Coverage
341
Flat Tire Change
341
Services Provided
341
Courtesy Rental Vehicle
343
Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement
343
Shuttle Service
343
Transportation Options
343
Additional Program Information
344
Collision Parts
344
Repair Facility
344
Insuring the Vehicle
345
Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process
346
Service Manuals
346
Reporting Safety Defects
347
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
348
Event Data Recorders
349
Radio Frequency Identification
350
Radio Frequency Statement
350
Onstar Overview
351
Emergency
352
Onstar Services
352
Security
352
Cancel Route
353
Connections
353
Repeat
353
Route Review
353
Calling 911 Emergency
354
End a Call
354
Onstar Mobile App
354
Retrieve My Number
354
Diagnostics
355
How Onstar Service Works
355
Transferring Service
355
TTY Users
356
Privacy
358
Vehicle and Power Issues
358
Unzip
359
Index
361
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Buick Encore 2013 Owner's Manual (368 pages)
Brand:
Buick
| Category:
Automobile
| Size: 5.37 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
2
Using this Manual
3
Onstar
5
In Brief
7
Information
9
Initial Drive Information
10
Remote Vehicle Start
10
Door Locks
11
Power Door Locks
11
Heated Seats
14
Memory Features
14
Second Row Seats
14
Head Restraint Adjustment
15
Passenger Sensing System
15
Mirror Adjustment
16
Exterior Lighting
17
Climate Controls
19
Vehicle Features
21
Onstar Overview
22
Portable Audio Devices
22
Infotainment System
23
Maintenance
25
Performance and Maintenance
25
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
26
Roadside Assistance Program
27
Keys and Locks
29
Keys, Doors, and
29
Windows
29
Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation
31
Automatic Door Locks
35
Safety Locks
35
Doors
36
Vehicle Security
37
Immobilizer Operation
38
Exterior Mirrors
39
Blind Spot Mirrors
40
Heated Mirrors
40
Interior Mirrors
41
Windows
42
Roof
44
3-1 Seats and
47
Front Seats
48
Head Restraints
48
Seat Adjustment
49
Power Seat Adjustment
50
Lumbar Adjustment
50
Reclining Seatbacks
51
Memory Seats
52
Front Seat Armrest
54
Heated Front Seats
54
Folding Seatback
55
Rear Seats
56
Rear Seat Armrest
60
Safety Belts
60
How to Wear Safety Belts
61
Properly
61
Seats and
48
Lap-Shoulder Belt
62
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
64
Safety Belt Extender
67
Safety Belt Use During
67
Pregnancy
67
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash
68
Safety Belt Care
68
Safety System Check
68
Airbag System
69
Where Are the Airbags
71
When Should an Airbag
72
Inflate
72
What Makes an Airbag
73
Inflate
73
How Does an Airbag
74
Restrain
74
What will You See after an Airbag Inflates
74
Passenger Sensing
75
System
75
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped
79
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
80
Airbag System Check
80
Child Restraints
81
Older Children
81
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash
81
Infants and Young
83
Children
83
Child Restraint Systems
86
Where to Put the Restraint
87
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children
89
Latch System
89
System
91
Replacing LATCH System Parts after a Crash
94
Securing Child Restraints
94
(Rear Seat)
94
(Front Passenger Seat)
97
Storage 4-1 Storage Storage Compartments
101
Instrument Panel Storage
101
Storage Compartments
101
Cupholders
102
Sunglasses Storage
102
Underseat Storage
102
Additional Storage Features
103
Cargo Cover
103
Cargo Management
103
Center Console Storage
103
System
103
Convenience Net
104
Warning Triangle
104
First Aid Kit
105
Roof Rack System
105
Controls
107
Instruments and Controls
107
Steering Wheel Adjustment
108
Steering Wheel Controls
108
Heated Steering Wheel
109
Horn
109
Windshield Wiper/Washer
109
Rear Window Wiper
110
Washer
110
Compass
111
Clock
112
Power Outlets
112
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators
114
Instrument Cluster
115
Odometer
116
Trip Odometer
116
Tachometer
116
Engine Coolant Temperature
117
Safety Belt Reminders
117
Airbag Readiness Light
118
Passenger Airbag Status
118
Indicator
118
Charging System Light
119
Indicator Lamp
120
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
120
Brake System Warning
122
Light
123
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
123
Power Steering Warning
123
Lane Departure Warning
124
(LDW) Light
124
Stabilitrak ® off Light
124
Traction off Light
124
Vehicle Ahead Indicator
124
Engine Coolant Temperature
125
Traction Control System
125
(Tcs)/Stabilitrak ® Light
125
Engine Oil Pressure Light
126
Tire Pressure Light
126
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Indicator Light
127
High-Beam on Light
127
Immobilizer Light
127
Low Fuel Warning Light
127
Cruise Control Light
128
Front Fog Lamp Light
128
Information Displays Driver Information
128
Center (DIC)
128
Lamps on Reminder
128
Vehicle Messages
131
Brake System Messages
132
Compass Messages
132
Cruise Control Messages
132
Door Ajar Messages
133
Engine Cooling System
133
Messages
134
Fuel System Messages
134
Lamp Messages
134
Object Detection System
134
Messages
135
Ride Control System
135
Service Vehicle Messages
136
Tire Messages
136
Transmission Messages
137
Vehicle Personalization
137
Vehicle Reminder
137
Messages
137
Lighting Exterior Lighting
143
Exterior Lamp Controls
143
Daytime Running
144
Lamps (DRL)
144
Flash-To-Pass
144
Headlamp High/Low-Beam
144
Automatic Headlamp
145
System
145
Hazard Warning Flashers
145
Front Fog Lamps
146
Turn and Lane-Change
146
Signals
146
Interior Lighting
147
Instrument Panel Illumination
147
Courtesy Lamps
147
Dome Lamps
147
Reading Lamps
147
Lighting Features
148
Entry Lighting
148
Exit Lighting
148
Battery Power Protection
148
System
149
Infotainment System
149
Overview
150
Theft-Deterrent Feature
150
Operation
152
AM-FM Radio
155
Radio Reception
158
Audio Players
159
CD Player
159
Auxiliary Devices
161
Bluetooth
164
Phone
164
Multi-Band Antenna
159
Trademarks and License Agreements
174
Air Vents
179
Climate Control Systems
179
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
181
Air Intake
184
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
184
9-1 Driving and Operating Starting and Operating Brakes
187
Distracted Driving
189
Driving and Operating
189
Braking
190
Control of a Vehicle
190
Defensive Driving
190
Drunk Driving
190
Off-Road Recovery
191
Steering
191
Driving on Wet Roads
192
Loss of Control
192
Highway Hypnosis
193
Hill and Mountain Roads
193
Winter Driving
194
If the Vehicle Is Stuck
196
Vehicle Load Limits
196
Starting and Operating
201
New Vehicle Break-In
201
Ignition Positions
201
Starting the Engine
203
Engine Heater
204
Retained Accessory
205
Power (RAP)
205
Shifting into Park
205
Shifting out of Park
206
Parking over Things
208
That Burn
208
Engine Exhaust
208
Automatic Transmission
209
Running the Vehicle While Parked
209
Manual Mode
211
Drive Systems
212
All-Wheel Drive
212
Antilock Brake
212
Parking Brake
213
Brake Assist
213
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
214
Ride Control Systems Traction Control
214
System (TCS)
214
Stabilitrak ® System
216
Cruise Control
218
Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
220
Object Detection Systems
220
Ultrasonic Parking Assist
222
Object Detection Systems
222
Rear Vision
224
Camera (RVC)
224
Lane Departure
226
Warning (LDW)
227
Fuel
228
Recommended Fuel
228
California Fuel
229
Requirements
229
Fuel Additives
229
Fuels in Foreign Countries
229
Gasoline Specifications
229
Filling the Tank
230
Filling a Portable Fuel
232
Container
232
Add-On Electrical
233
Equipment
233
Conversions and Add-Ons
233
General Towing
233
Information
233
Buick Encore 2013 Owner's Manual (368 pages)
2013
Brand:
Buick
| Category:
Automobile
| Size: 6.69 MB
Table of Contents
Instruments and Controls 5-1
107
Table of Contents
107
Instruments and Controls
107
Controls
108
Steering Wheel Adjustment
108
Steering Wheel Controls
108
Heated Steering Wheel
109
Horn
109
Windshield Wiper/Washer
109
Rear Window Wiper
110
Washer
110
Compass
111
Clock
112
Power Outlets
112
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators
114
Instrument Cluster
115
Speedometer
116
Odometer
116
Trip Odometer
116
Tachometer
116
Fuel Gauge
116
Engine Coolant Temperature
117
Gauge
117
Safety Belt Reminders
117
Airbag Readiness Light
118
Passenger Airbag Status
118
Indicator
118
Charging System Light
119
Malfunction
120
Indicator Lamp
120
Brake System Warning
122
Light
122
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
123
Warning Light
123
Power Steering Warning
123
Light
123
Lane Departure Warning
124
(LDW) Light
124
Vehicle Ahead Indicator
124
Traction off Light
124
Stabilitrak ® off Light
124
Traction Control System (Tcs)/Stabilitrak Light
125
Engine Coolant Temperature
125
Warning Light
125
Instruments and Controls
125
Tire Pressure Light
126
Engine Oil Pressure Light
126
Low Fuel Warning Light
127
Immobilizer Light
127
High-Beam on Light
127
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Indicator Light
127
Front Fog Lamp Light
128
Lamps on Reminder
128
Cruise Control Light
128
Information Displays
128
Driver Information
128
Center (DIC)
128
Vehicle Messages
131
Battery Voltage and Charging
132
Messages
132
Brake System Messages
132
Compass Messages
132
Cruise Control Messages
132
Door Ajar Messages
133
Engine Cooling System
133
Messages
133
Engine Oil Messages
133
Engine Power Messages
133
Fuel System Messages
134
Lamp Messages
134
Object Detection System
134
Messages
135
Ride Control System
135
Service Vehicle Messages
136
Tire Messages
136
Transmission Messages
137
Vehicle Reminder
137
Messages
137
Vehicle Personalization
137
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Buick Encore 2013 Getting To Know Manual (17 pages)
2013
Brand:
Buick
| Category:
Automobile
| Size: 1.76 MB
Table of Contents
Instrument Panel
2
Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter
4
Express Power Windows
4
Tilt/Telescope Steering Wheel
4
Windshield Wipers
6
Cruise Control
7
Driver Information Center
7
Infotainment System
8
Vehicle Personalization
9
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
10
Bluetooth® System
10
Climate Controls
12
Rear Vision Camera
13
Automatic Transmission
14
Hill Start Assist
14
Storage Features
15
Tire Pressure Monitor
15
Engine Oil Life System
15
Roadside Assistance
16
Buick Encore 2013 Quick Manual (20 pages)
Brand:
Buick
| Category:
Automobile
| Size: 4.19 MB
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