Buick Encore: Squeaks and Rattles
Buick Encore 2012-2019 Service Manual / General Information & Maintenance / Squeaks and Rattles
DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURES
SQUEAKS AND RATTLES
NOTE: Squeaks and rattles are caused by improperly controlled relative motion between vehicle components. There are 4 ways to prevent squeaks and rattles.
- Attach the component that squeaks or rattles securely.
- Separate the components that squeak or rattle to prevent contact.
- Insulate the components that squeak or rattle.
- Insulate low uniform friction surfaces to eliminate stickslip motion.
SPECIAL TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
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Diagnostic Information and Procedures
STRATEGY BASED DIAGNOSIS
The goal of Strategy Based Diagnosis is to provide guidance when you create a
plan of action for each specific
diagnostic situation. Following a similar plan for each diagnos
Diagnostic system check instructions
The following is an overview of instructions for the general information and
13 step System Verification
included in the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle procedure.
Diagnostic Instructions
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Voltage waveform samples
NOTE: This is GENERAL information. This article is not
intended to be specific to any
unique situation or individual vehicle configuration. For model-specific
information see appropriate articles where available.
EXAMPLE #1 - VOLTAGE CONTROLLED DRIVER
These two known-good waveform patterns are from
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 tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel
Removal and Installation .
Remove the drivetrain
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