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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NOTE:
If corrosion of the pinch-weld flange is present, or if sheet metal
repairs or
replacements are required, refinish the pinch-weld flange in order to
present a clean, primer-only surface.
If paint repairs are required, mask the flange bonding area, prior to
a
Cylinder head overhaul
NOTE: Examples used in this article are general in nature and do
not necessarily relate
to a specific engine or system. Illustrations and procedures have been chosen
to guide mechanic through engine overhaul process. Descriptions of processes
of cleaning, inspection, assembly and machine shop pract
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