Buick Encore: Engine Performance Diagnostic Routine Outline
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does not apply to all
vehicles. For vehicle specific information, see the appropriate articles in the
ENGINE PERFORMANCE category.
WHERE DOES DRIVEABILITY DIAGNOSIS START?
PERFORM BASIC INSPECTION
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- Verify Customer Complaint
- Check for Relevant Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs)
- Perform Visual Inspection (See Basic Diagnostic Procedures)
- Test Engine Sub-Systems (See Basic Diagnostic Procedures)
- Mechanical Condition (Compression)
- Ignition Output
- Fuel Delivery
- Check Air Induction System For Leaks
- Check & Adjust Basic Engine Settings(See On-Vehicle Adjustments)
- Ignition Timing
- Idle Speed
CHECK FOR TROUBLE CODES
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- Check for Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs).(See Self-Diagnostics)
- Repair cause of DTCs.
- Clear PCM memory and repeat self-test.
DIAGNOSE SYMPTOM
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- If no self-diagnostics available, or no trouble codes present, identify
symptom.
- See trouble shooting procedure to identify problem. (See Trouble
Shooting - No Codes)
TEST SYSTEM
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- Perform required tests. (See Systems & Component Testing)
- Verify complaint is repaired.
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differ, always use decal specifications.
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HEADLIGHTS/DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (DRL) WIRING SCHEMATICS (ENCORE)
Controls and Indicators
Fig. 1: Controls and Indicators
HeadLamps
Fig. 2: HeadLamps
Leveling (TR6)
Fig. 3: Leveling (TR6)
HEADLIGHTS/DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (DRL) WIRING SCHEMATICS (Encore)
Controls and Indicators
Fig. 4: Cont
Air Intake
Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves
from the air intake at the base of the
windshield that can block the flow of
air into the vehicle.
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
The filter removes dust, pollen, and
other airborne irritants from outside
air that is pulled into the vehicle.
The fi