Buick Encore: General Information
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INTRODUCTION
ARROWS AND SYMBOLS
This service manual uses various symbols in order to describe different
service operations.
Fig. 1: Identifying Different Service Operations Symbols
ACRONYMS AND U
Metric Fasteners
This vehicle provides fastener dimensions using the metric system. Most
metric fasteners are approximate in
diameter to equivalent English fasteners. Make replacements using fastener
Special Tools
BO-49753 Assembly Tool
Fig. 9: Identifying Lock Components
The door lock cylinder uses 8 of the 8 cut positions. The tumbler positions
are staggered from side to side, 4 on one side a
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Full-cut method description
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
Warning
Never leave a child, a helpless
adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle,
especially with the windows
closed in warm or hot weather.
They can be overcome by the
extreme heat and suffer
permanent injuries or even death
from heat stroke.
The vehicle aerodynamics are
designed to improve fuel econom