Buick Encore: Maintenance
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 filter should be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance.
See Maintenance Schedule
To find out what type of filter to use, see Maintenance Replacement Parts
- Open the glove box completely and disconnect the damper on the outboard side.
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- Push in both sides of the glove box and pull to remove.
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- Open the filter cover by releasing tabs on both sides and pulling up the cover.
- Replace the air filter.
- Close the air filter cover and reinstall the glove box.
See your dealer if additional assistance is needed.
Service
All vehicles have a label underhood that identifies the refrigerant used in the vehicle. The refrigerant system should only be serviced by trained and certified technicians. The air conditioning evaporator should never be repaired or replaced by one from a salvage vehicle.
It should only be replaced by a new evaporator to ensure proper and safe operation.
During service, all refrigerants should be reclaimed with proper equipment. Venting refrigerants directly to the atmosphere is harmful to the environment and may also create unsafe conditions based on inhalation, combustion, frostbite, or other health-based concerns.
The air conditioning system requires periodic maintenance. See Maintenance Schedule
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Plenum Water Flow Direction and Cleaning
A large percentage of water will flow off the windshield area into the plenum
chamber drain system and then
down the outside on the plenum to the underside of the vehicle. To ensure that
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How to Wear Seat Belts
Properly
Follow these rules for everyone's
protection.
There are additional things to know
about seat belts and children,
including smaller children and
infants. If a child will be riding in the
vehicle, see Older Children or
Infants and Young Children
Review and follow the rules for
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