Buick Encore: Frame and Underbody
Buick Encore 2012-2019 Service Manual / Accessories & Equipment / Frame and Underbody
- Frame and Underbody - Repair instructions
- Drivetrain and front suspension frame replacement (long cradle)
- Drivetrain and front suspension frame replacement (short cradle)
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Frame and Underbody - Repair instructions
SPECIFICATIONS
FASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
Fastener Tightening Specifications
REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS
FRONT COMPARTMENT FRONT CENTER INSULATOR REPLACEMENT
Fig. 1: Front Compartment Front Center
Drivetrain and front suspension frame replacement
(long cradle)
Removal Procedure
Support the radiator and condenser from above using the upper brackets
on each side.
Raise the vehicle on a hoist. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
Remove the front t
Drivetrain and front suspension frame replacement
(short cradle)
Removal Procedure
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
.
Remove the front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel
Removal and Installation .
Remove
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Engine Oil Dipstick. See
Engine Oil
Engine Cooling Fan (Out of
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Engine Oil Fill Cap. See
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Engine Coolant Surge Tank
and Pressure Cap. See
Cooling System
Brake Fluid Reservoir. See
Brakes
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Engine Co
Collision repair - Repair instructions
Front wheelhouse panel replacement
Removal Procedure
Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable
Disconnection and
Connection
NOTE: Sectioning of the front wheelhouse assembly is not
recommended. The
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