2024 Buick Encore GX Owner's Manual
Year:
2024
Make:
Buick
Model:
Encore GX
Rating:
Table of Contents
Introduction
3
Canadian Vehicle Owners
3
Using this Manual
3
About Driving the Vehicle
3
Danger, Warning, and Caution
3
Symbols
4
Keys
10
Remote Key
11
Remote Key Operation
11
Remote Vehicle Start
18
Door Locks
19
Power Door Locks
21
Delayed Locking
21
Automatic Door Locks
21
Lockout Protection
21
Vehicle Alarm System
29
Immobilizer
30
Convex Mirrors
31
Power Mirrors
31
Folding Mirrors
31
Heated Mirrors
31
Interior Rearview Mirrors
32
Manual Rearview Mirror
32
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
32
Power Windows
35
Seat Adjustment
40
Power Seat Adjustment
40
Reclining Seatbacks
41
Lumbar Adjustment
42
Memory Seats
43
Heated Front Seats
45
Buckle To Drive
49
How to Wear Seat Belts Properly
50
Lap-Shoulder Belt
52
Seat Belt Use During Pregnancy
55
Seat Belt Extender
55
Safety System Check
55
Seat Belt Care
56
Where Are the Airbags?
58
When Should an Airbag Inflate?
59
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?
60
How Does an Airbag Restrain?
60
What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates?
61
Passenger Sensing System
62
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
65
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
65
Airbag System Check
66
Older Children
67
Infants and Young Children
68
Child Restraint Systems
70
Where to Put the Restraint
72
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)
73
Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash
78
Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat)
79
Glove Box
84
Cupholders
84
Rear Compartment/Storage Panel Cover
85
Cargo Cover
86
Cargo Tie-Downs
86
Cargo Management System
86
Convenience Net
87
Steering Wheel Adjustment
90
Heated Steering Wheel
90
Horn
90
Windshield Wiper/Washer
90
Rear Window Wiper/Washer
92
Compass
93
Clock
93
Power Outlets
93
Instrument Cluster
98
Speedometer
99
Odometer
99
Trip Odometer
99
Tachometer
99
Fuel Gauge
99
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
100
Seat Belt Reminders
101
Airbag Readiness Light
101
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
102
Charging System Light
102
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)
103
Brake System Warning Light
104
Electric Parking Brake Light
105
Service Electric Parking Brake Light
105
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
105
All-Wheel-Drive Light
106
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Light
106
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) Disabled Light
106
Vehicle Ahead Indicator
106
Pedestrian Ahead Indicator
107
Traction Off Light
107
Traction Control System (TCS)/Electronic Stability Control Light
107
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Off Light
107
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
108
Tire Pressure Light
108
Engine Oil Pressure Light
108
Low Fuel Warning Light
109
Auto Stop Indicator
109
Security Light
109
High-Beam On Light
109
Lamps On Reminder
110
Cruise Control Light
110
Adaptive Cruise Control Light
110
Driver Information Center (DIC)
110
Engine Power Messages
114
Universal Remote System Programming
115
Exterior Lamp Controls
118
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
119
Flash-to-Pass
120
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
120
Automatic Headlamp System
120
Hazard Warning Flashers
121
Instrument Panel Illumination Control
121
Courtesy Lamps
122
Dome Lamps
122
Entry Lighting
123
Exit Lighting
123
Battery Load Management
123
Battery Power Protection
124
Overview
126
Steering Wheel Controls
127
Using the System
127
AM-FM Radio
129
Satellite Radio
130
Radio Reception
130
Avoiding Untrusted Media Devices
131
USB Port
131
Bluetooth (Overview)
132
Bluetooth (Pairing and Using a Phone)
133
Teen Driver
139
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
147
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
151
Driver Behavior
153
Driving Environment
153
Vehicle Design
153
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
153
Distracted Driving
154
Defensive Driving
154
Impaired Driving
155
Control of a Vehicle
155
Braking
155
Steering
155
Off-Road Recovery
156
Loss of Control
156
Driving on Wet Roads
157
Hill and Mountain Roads
157
Winter Driving
158
If the Vehicle Is Stuck
159
New Vehicle Break-In
163
Ignition Positions
163
Starting the Engine
165
Stop/Start System
166
Engine Heater
167
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
168
Shifting Into Park
168
Shifting out of Park
169
Parking over Things That Burn
169
Electric Brake Boost
173
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
173
Electric Parking Brake
173
Brake Assist
175
Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing
189
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
189
Surround Vision System
190
Park Assist
191
Automatic Parking Assist (APA)
192
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) System
194
Assistance Systems for Driving
194
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
194
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
196
Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) System
197
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
199
Lane Change Alert (LCA)
199
Top Tier Fuel
203
Recommended Fuel
203
Prohibited Fuels
203
Fuels in Foreign Countries
204
Fuel Additives
204
Filling the Tank
204
General Towing Information
206
Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips
206
Trailer Towing
209
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements
216
Doing Your Own Service Work
216
Hood
217
Engine Compartment Overview
219
Engine Oil
222
Engine Oil Life System
224
Engine Air Filter Life System
225
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
225
Cooling System
227
Engine Overheating
230
Washer Fluid
231
Brakes
232
Brake Pad Life System
232
Brake Fluid
233
Battery - North America
234
All-Wheel Drive
235
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check
236
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check
236
Wiper Blade Replacement
236
Windshield Replacement
237
Halogen Bulbs
239
LED Lighting
239
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps (Base Level)
239
Electrical System Overload
242
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
243
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
244
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
246
Tires
249
All-Season Tires
250
Winter Tires
250
Tire Sidewall Labeling
250
Tire Designations
252
Tire Terminology and Definitions
253
Tire Pressure
254
Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation
255
Tire Pressure Monitor System
256
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
256
Tire Inspection
260
Tire Rotation
260
When It Is Time for New Tires
261
Buying New Tires
262
Different Size Tires and Wheels
263
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
263
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
264
Wheel Replacement
264
Tire Chains
265
If a Tire Goes Flat
265
Tire Changing
267
Transporting a Disabled Vehicle
274
Exterior Care
278
Interior Care
282
General Information
286
Maintenance Schedule
287
Multi-Point Vehicle Inspection (MPVI)
289
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
291
Maintenance Replacement Parts
292
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
295
Capacities and Specifications
296
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
299
Customer Assistance Offices
301
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
301
Online Account
301
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program
302
Roadside Assistance Program
302
Scheduling Service Appointments
304
Courtesy Transportation Program
304
Collision Damage Repair
305
Publication Ordering Information
307
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
307
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
308
Cybersecurity
309
Event Data Recorders
309
OnStar
310
Emergency
312
Security
312
Navigation
316
Connections
316
Index_A
319
Index_B
320
Index_C
320
Index_D
321
Index_E
322
Index_F
323
Index_G
323
Index_H
323
Index_I
324
Index_J
324
Index_K
324
Index_L
324
Index_M
325
Index_N
325
Index_O
325
Index_P
326
Index_R
326
Index_S
327
Index_T
328
Index_U
329
Index_V
329
Index_W
329
FAQ about the 2024 Buick Encore GX Manual
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The Buick Encore GX owner's manual is a comprehensive guide provided by Buick to assist owners in understanding and operating their specific model of the Buick Encore GX. It contains important information about the vehicle's features, functions, and maintenance requirements. A general overview of what you might find in a Buick Encore GX 2024 owner's manual:
- Environmental Information about environmentally-friendly driving practices
- A brief overview of the vehicle and specifications
- Fuel Information, with recommended fuel type and fuel tank capacity
- Customer Assistance, with contact information for customer support
- Basic operations, like starting and stopping the engine and driver settings
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