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
SPECIAL TOOLS
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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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Fasteners
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 fasteners of
the same nominal diameter,
thread pitch, and strength.
A number marking identifies the OE met
Description and operation
SEAT BELT SYSTEM DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
Seat Belt with P14 Block Diagram
Fig. 10: Seat Belt with P14 Block Diagram
Restraint System
NOTE: If the vehicle has been in a collision, refer to Repairs and
Inspections Required
After a Collision
The vehicle has front and rear seat belts that are the
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