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
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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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SPECIFICATIONS
FASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
Fastener Tightening Specifications
BRAKE COMPONENT SPECIFICATIONS
Brake Component Specifications
BRAKE SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
Brake System Specifications
SCHEMATIC WIRING DIAGRAMS
HYDRAULIC BRAKE WIRING SCHEMATICS (ENCORE)
Hydraulic Brakes
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Bolted Exterior Body Panels and Closures - Repair instructions
Front end upper tie bar replacement
Fig. 3: Front End Upper Tie Bar
Front End Upper Tie Bar Replacement
HOOD PRIMARY LATCH RELEASE CABLE REPLACEMENT (Encore)
Fig. 4: Hood Primary Latch Release Cable
Hood Primary Latch Release Cable Replacement (Encore)
REAR SIDE DOOR CHECK REPLACEMENT
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