Buick 2016 Encore Getting Started Guide

Getting to Know Your

2016 Encore

Review this Quick Reference Guide for an overview of some important
features in your Buick Encore. More detailed information can be found
in your Owner Manual. Some optional equipment described in this
guide may not be included in your vehicle. For easy reference, keep

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this guide with your Owner Manual in your glove box.

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Instrument Panel

Cruise Control/

Forward Collision

AlertF Buttons

Driver Information

Center Controls

(on lever)

Driver

Information

Center

Audio Steering

Wheel Controls

Windshield

Wipers Lever

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Power Mirrors

Control

Symbols

Power Steering

Traction Control Off

Engine Coolant Temperature

Brake System Warning

Exterior Lamps

Control

Instrument Panel

Illumination

Control

Cruise Control Set

Low Tire Pressure

StabiliTrak Active

StabiliTrak Off

Storage

Compartment

Security

Check Engine

Oil Pressure

Charging System

Tilt/Telescope

Steering Wheel

Lever

Infotainment

Display

StabiliTrak

Button

Hazard

Warning

Flashers

Button

Audio System/

Navigation

SystemF Controls

Climate

Controls

Driver’s

Heated Seat

Button

F

Optional equipment

Accessory Power

F

Port/Auxiliary

Safety Belt Reminder

Airbag Readiness

Antilock Brake System

Outlet/USB

Input Jack

Lane Departure

Warning

F

Button

Lane Departure Warning

Lights On

Forward Collision Alert

Ultrasonic

Park Assist

F

Button

Heated

Steering

Wheel

Button

Standard audio system shown

F

Passenger’s

Heated Seat

F

Button

Refer to your Owner Manual
to learn about the information
being relayed by the lights,
gauges and indicators on the
instrument cluster.

See In Brief in your Owner Manual.

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Remote Vehicle Start

Use Remote Vehicle Start to start the engine from outside the vehicle. During a remote
start, the engine will run for 10 minutes.

Press and release the Lock button and then press and hold the Remote Start

button until the turn signal lamps ash. After entering the vehicle, turn the ignition to

the On position.

Press and hold the button until the parking lamps turn off to cancel a remote start.

Note: To change the remote start settings, go to Remote Lock, Unlock, Start in the Vehicle Settings menu.

See Keys, Doors and Windows in your Owner Manual.

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Engine Stop/Start Operation

A fuel-saving stop/start system has been integrated with the 1.4L turbocharged engine.
While driving, when the brakes are applied and the vehicle is at a complete stop, the
engine may turn off, depending on conditions. When the engine stops, the tachometer
gauge will read AUTO STOP. The audio system, climate controls and other accessories will
continue to operate. Upon releasing the brake pedal or applying the accelerator pedal, the
engine will restart. After turning off the engine, the tachometer gauge will read OFF.

The engine may remain running or restart if:

• A minimum vehicle speed is not reached.

• The shift lever is in any gear other than Drive (D).

• The battery state of charge is low.

• The outside temperature is not in the required operating range.

• The engine or transmission is not at the required operating temperature.

• The climate control system requires the engine to run based on the climate control or
defog setting. Select the ECO air conditioning setting (green A/C indicator) to maximize
the frequency and duration of Auto Stops.

• The Auto Stop time is greater than two minutes.

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See Driving and Operating in your Owner Manual.

Express Power Windows

All windows have an express-down feature. Fully press the desired window switch for

the window to open completely.

The driver’s window has an express-up feature. Fully pull the driver’s window switch

for the window to close completely.

See Keys, Doors and Windows in your Owner Manual.

Tilt/Telescope Steering Wheel

With the vehicle parked, push down the lever on the left side of the steering column to

adjust the steering wheel. The steering wheel can then be moved up or down and in or
out. Pull up the lever to lock the steering wheel in place.

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Optional equipment

See Instruments and Controls in your Owner Manual.

Seats

Power Driver’s Seat

D

C

A

B

Memory SeatF

Set Memory Positions

1. Adjust the driver’s seat and power outside mirrors to the desired positions.

2. Press and hold the Memory button and button 1 (D) on the outboard side of the
driver’s seat until a beep sounds.

3. Repeat these steps using button 2 for a second driver.

Recall Memory Positions

Press and hold button 1 or 2 until the stored position is reached.

Note: To change the memory recall settings, go to Comfort and Convenience in the Vehicle Settings
menu.

Folding Front Passenger Seat

With the head restraint lowered and the seat moved as far back as possible, pull the

recline lever on the outboard side of the front passenger seat to fold the seat at.

Folding Rear Seats

A. Lumbar Adjustment

Press the small control to adjust the

lumbar support.

B. 6-way Seat Adjustment

Move the large control to move the seat

forward or rearward and to tilt, raise or
lower the seat.

C. Seatback Recline Adjustment

Lift the lever to adjust the seatback

position.

D. Memory Seat Controls

A

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Optional equipment

1. Unbuckle the safety belts and return
them to their normal stowed position.

2. Lower the head restraints.

A

3. Pull up the tab (A) located at the center
front of the seat cushion.

4. Pull up the rear edge of the seat
cushion and tilt it forward.

5. Pull the lever (B) on top of the seatback.
When the red marking is visible, the
seatback is unlatched.

6. Fold down the seatback.

B

7. When unfolding the seats, make sure
the safety belt buckles are accessible
above the seat cushions.

See Seats and Restraints in your Owner Manual.

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