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
SEE MORE:
Parking brake and drive wheels warning
WARNING: Apply the parking brake and block the drive wheels before
performing this procedure in order to prevent bodily injury.
PROTECTIVE GOGGLES AND GLOVE WARNING
WARNING: Always wear protective goggles and gloves when removing
exhaust parts
as falling rust and sharp edges from worn exhaust comp
Description and operation
REAR SUSPENSION DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
This vehicle has a beam rear suspension system consisting of the following
components:
An axle with integral trailing arms
A cross beam
Two coil springs
Two standard shock absorbers
Axle Assembly
The axle assembly attaches to the underbody through a r
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