Buick Encore Owners & Service Manuals

Buick Encore: Starting and Operating

Buick Encore 2020-2023 Owners Manual / Driving and Operating / Starting and Operating

New Vehicle Break-In

Caution

The vehicle does not need an elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines:

  • Do not drive at any one constant speed, fast or slow, for the first 805 km (500 mi).

    Do not make full-throttle starts. Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle.

  • Avoid making hard stops for the first 322 km (200 mi) or so. During this time the new brake linings are not yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake linings.

Following break-in, engine speed and load can be gradually increased.

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 Ignition Positions

The vehicle has an electronic keyless ignition with pushbutton start. The RKE transmitter must be in the vehicle for the system to operate. If the vehicle is not working, the vehicle may be near a

 Starting the Engine

Move the shift lever to P (Park) or N (Neutral). To restart the vehicle when it is already moving, use N (Neutral) only. Caution Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the vehicle is moving. If you do, yo

 Engine Heater

Vehicles may have an engine heater. The engine heater can help in cold weather conditions at or below −18 ºC (0 ºF) for easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Plug in the h

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 Lap-Shoulder Belt

All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt. The following instructions explain how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly. Adjust the seat, if the seat is adjustable, so you can sit up straight. To see how, see "Seats" in the Index. Pick up the latch plate and pull the b

 Engine Oil Pressure Light

Caution Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage the engine. Driving with the engine oil low can also damage the engine. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Check the oil level as soon as possible. Add oil if required, but if the oil level is within the operating rang

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