Buick Encore GX (2023) Getting to Know Your car

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR

2023

ENCORE GX

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Review this Quick Reference Guide for an overview of some important features in your Buick Encore GX. Some

equipment described in this guide may not be included in your vehicle. Contact your dealer for details on a specic

vehicle. All information contained in this guide is based on the latest information available at the time of printing and is

subject to change without notice. More information can be found in your Owner’s Manual and at buick.com/owners.

For easy reference, keep this guide with your Owner’s Manual in your glove box.

Certain restrictions, precautions, and safety procedures apply to your vehicle.

Please read your Owner’s Manual for complete instructions.

PARK

INSTRUMENT PANEL

Memory

Seat

Buttons

Head-Up

Display

Controls

Cruise Control/Forward

Collision Alert/Heated

Steering WheelF Buttons

Turn Signal

Lever/

IntelliBeam

Control

Driver

Information

Center

Windshield

Wipers

Lever

Driver Information Center Controls/ Voice Recognition

Buttons

Power Mirror/

Window Switches

Ligate

Control

Exterior Lamps/

Instrument

Panel Lighting

Controls

Audio Favorite

Station or Seek

Controls (behind

steering wheel)

Steering Wheel

Adjustment

Lever

(under steering

column)

Audio Volume

Controls

(behind steering

wheel)

Power

Symbols

Low Fuel

Traction Control Off

Brake System

Cruise Control

StabiliTrak Active

Due to current supply-chain shortages, certain features shown have limited or late availability, or are no longer

available. See the window label or your dealer regarding the features on an individual vehicle.

StabiliTrak Off

IntelliBeam Active

Security

Electric Parking Brake

Service Electric Parking Brake

Lights On Reminder

Airbag Readiness

Engine Oil Pressure

Check Engine

Lane Keep Assist

Engine Start/

Stop Button

(on instrument

panel)

Infotainment

System Touch

Screen

Infotainment

System

Controls

Hazard

Warning

Flashers Button

Climate Controls/

Heated Seat

Buttons

Shi Lever

Manual

Mode

Buttons

Electric Parking

Brake Switch

Vehicle Ahead

Pedestrian Ahead

Antilock Brake System

Low Tire Pressure

Charging System

Optional equipment. Some equipment shown may not be included in your vehicle.

Auto Stop–Start

Disable/AWDF/Lane

Keep Assist/Traction Control–StabiliTrak/

Auto Parking AssistF/

Park AssistF Buttons

Driver Seat Belt Reminder

Passenger Seat Belt Reminder

Wireless

Phone

Charging

Pad

USB Ports/

Accessory

Power Outlet

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

See Introduction in your

Owner's Manual.

REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY TRANSMITTER (KEY FOB)

Lock

Press to lock all doors.

Unlock

Press to unlock the driver’s door.

Press again to unlock all doors and liftgate.

Power Ligate

Press twice to open or close the liftgate. Press once to stop power liftgate operation.

Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm

Press and release to locate your vehicle. The horn sounds and lights flash 3 times.

Press and hold to activate the alarm. Press again to cancel the alarm.

Note: To change the remote settings, go to Settings > Vehicle > Remote Lock, Unlock, Start on the infotainment screen.

Remote Vehicle Start

Press and release the Lock button and then press and hold the button until the turn signal lamps flash to start the engine from outside the vehicle. After entering the vehicle, turn on the ignition.

• During a remote start, the engine will run for 15 minutes. Repeat the steps for an additional 15 minutes.

• To cancel a remote start, press and hold the button until the parking lamps turn off.

Key Release

In case of loss of vehicle power, press the button on the back of the key fob to pull out the door lock key. Remove the cap on the rear part of the driver’s door handle to access the lock.

See Keys, Doors and Windows in your Owner’s Manual.

KEYLESS ACCESS SYSTEM

The Keyless Access System enables operation of the doors and liftgate without removing the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter (key fob) from a pocket or purse. The key fob must be

within 3feet of the liftgate or the door being unlocked.

Keyless Unlocking

With the key fob within range:

Press the button on the driver’s door handle to unlock the driver’s door; press it again within 5 seconds to unlock all doors.

Press the button on a passenger’s door handle to unlock all doors.

Press the touchpad above the license plate to open the ligate.

Keyless Locking

With the ignition off, the key fob out of the vehicle, and all doors closed:

Press the button on any door handle to lock all doors immediately.

If Passive Locking is turned on in the Settings menu, all doors will lock automatically aer

a short delay.

Note: To change the lock settings, go to Settings > Vehicle > Remote Lock, Unlock, Start on the infotainment screen.

Optional equipment. Some equipment shown may not be included in your vehicle.

See Keys, Doors and Windows in your Owner’s Manual.

KEYLESS (PUSH-BUTTON) START

The Remote Keyless Entry transmitter (key fob) must be in the vehicle to turn on the ignition.

Starting the Engine

With the transmission in Park or Neutral, press the brake pedal and then press the

ENGINE START/STOP button. The green button indicator will illuminate.

Note: If the key fob battery is weak, place the key fob

in the front cupholder in the center console to enable the engine to start. Replace the key fob battery as soon as possible.

Stopping the Engine/Off

Shi to Park and then press and hold the

ENGINE START/STOP button to turn off the engine.

Accessory Mode

With the engine off and the brake pedal not depressed, press the ENGINE START/ STOP button to place the ignition in accessory mode to operate the radio, windows and

other accessories with the engine off. The amber button indicator will illuminate.

See Driving and Operating in your Owner's Manual.

AUTO ENGINE STOP/START OPERATION

The fuel-saving stop/start system automatically turns off the engine, referred to as an Auto Stop, when the brake pedal is pressed and the vehicle is at a complete stop, if certain operating conditions are met. In Auto Stop mode, the tachometer will read AUTO STOP. When the brake pedal is released or the accelerator pedal is pressed, the engine will restart. After parking the vehicle and turning off the engine, the tachometer will read OFF.

The engine may remain running or restart when the vehicle is stopped if:

• A minimum vehicle speed is not reached.

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

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

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

• The battery charge is low.

• The climate control system requires the engine to run based on the current settings.

• The Auto Stop time has reached the maximum allowed time.

Auto Engine Stop/Start Disable

Press the on again. The button indicator is illuminated when the system is off. The system turns on each time the vehicle is started.

Auto Stop

button on the center console to turn the stop/start system off or

See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.

Some equipment shown may not be included in your vehicle.

POWER FRONT SEATS

Power Seat Adjustments

A. Seat Adjustment

Move the horizontal control to move the seat

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

B. Seatback Recline Adjustment

Move the vertical control to recline or raise

the seatback.

C. Lumbar Support Adjustment

Press and hold the round control to adjust the

lumbar support.

Set Memory Seat Position

1. Adjust the seat and power outside mirrors.

2. Press the SET button on the driver’s door. A beep will sound.

3. Immediately press and hold button 1 or 2 until two beeps sound.

To set a seat position for more clearance when exiting the vehicle, repeat these steps using the Exit button instead of button 1 or 2.

Recall Memory Seat Position

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

The memory/exit positions can be programmed to be recalled automatically when the ignition is turned off (for exit recall, the driver’s door must be opened).

To set the recall options, go to Settings > Vehicle > Seating Position > Seat Entry Memory and Seat Exit Memory on the infotainment screen.

See Seats and Restraints in your Owner’s Manual.

STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT

With the vehicle parked, push down the lever under the le side of the steering column

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

See Instruments and Controls in your Owner’s Manual.

FOLDING FRONT PASSENGER SEATBACK

The front passenger seatback can be folded flat for additional cargo space.

With the head restraint lowered and the seat moved as far back as possible, li the seatback adjustment lever at the base of the seatback to fold the seatback forward.

See Seats and Restraints in your Owner’s Manual.

Optional equipment. Some equipment shown may not be included in your vehicle.

REAR SEATS

Folding the 40/60 Rear Seatbacks

1. Press the button on the head restraint. It will fold automatically.

2. Make sure the seat belt is in the retainer hook.

3. Pull the lever on top of the seatback and fold the seatback forward. A red tab near the lever is visible when the seatback is unlatched.

To raise each seatback, li it up until it locks in

place.

See Seats and Restraints in your Owner’s Manual.

POWER LIFTGATE

Open/Close the Power Ligate

Press the Power Ligate button on the Remote Keyless Entry trans-

mitter (key fob) twice. Press the Power Ligate knob

(A) on the driver’s door. Press the touchpad above the

license plate to open the ligate.

Press the button (B) on the bottom edge of the ligate to close the ligate.

Programming the Ligate Height

1. Turn the Power Ligate knob to the 3/4 mode position.

2. Open the ligate.

3. Adjust the ligate manually to the desired height.

4. To save the setting, press and hold the button (B) on the bottom edge of the ligate untilthe turn signals ash and a beep sounds.

Hands-Free Operation

To open or close the ligate hands-free, kick

your foot straight under the driver’s side of the

rear bumper, le of center. The key fob must be within 3 feet of the ligate. The Buick

logo is projected on the ground near the rear bumper, indicating the kicking motion location for hands-free operation. The logo is shown for 1 minute, depending on operating conditions.

See Keys, Doors and Windows in your Owner’s Manual.

Optional equipment. Some equipment shown may not be included in your vehicle.

DRIVER INFORMATION CENTER (DIC)

The DIC on the instrument cluster displays a variety of vehicle messages and information.

DIC Controls

Use the controls on the right side of the steering wheel to select the Info (includes trip and fuel information), Audio, Navigation, Phone, and Options menus.

Press the or button to move between the display zones. Press the button to exit a display menu.

Rotate the thumbwheel up or down to scroll through the menus.

Press the thumbwheel to open a menu, or to select or reset an item.

Select Info Pages

1. Use the controls to open the Options menu.

2. Scroll to Info Page Options. Press the thumbwheel to enter the menu.

3. Scroll through the list of items.

4. Press the thumbwheel to select or deselect an

item to display in the Info menu.

See Instruments and Controls in your Owner’s Manual.

HEAD-UP DISPLAY

The Head-Up Display (HUD) projects some operating information on the HUD screen on top of the instrument panel. The HUD controls are located on the left side of the instrument panel.

HUD

Lift up or press down to adjust the position of the image. It cannot be adjusted side to side.

INFO

Lift up to turn the HUD on/off and raise/lower the HUD screen. Press down to select from four displays: Speed View; Audio/Phone View; Navigation View; and Performance View.

Brightness

Lift up to brighten or press down to dim the display. Hold down to turn off the display.

Optional equipment. Some equipment shown may not be included in your vehicle.

See Instruments and Controls in your Owner’s Manual.

INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM

Read your Owner’s Manual for important information about using the infotainment system while driving.

Applications Tray:

Shortcuts to apps

Home

page

SEEK:

Previous radio

station or track

ApplicationsF:

Touch a screen icon to

access the app

Power/

Volume/

Mute

Swipe to display the overview page or

Next radio

station or track

Additional Pages:

additional pages of apps (if available)

SEEK:

BACK

Go back one

level in the

menus

The infotainment system uses a Bluetooth or USB connection to link to a compatible device, such as a smartphone or portable audio player, and offers hands-free voice control. You can use simple gestures on the touch screen, such as tap, drag, and swipe, to interact withthe system. For assistance, call 1-855-4-SUPPORT (1-855-478-7767) or visit

buick.com/support.

Managing Home Page Icons

1. Press the Home button.

2. To enter edit mode, touch and hold the Home page icon to move.

3. Continue holding the icon and drag it to the desired position, and then release.

See Infotainment System in your Owner's Manual.

Optional equipment. Some equipment shown may not be included in your vehicle.

INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM

Storing Favorites

Radio stations from all bands (AM, FM or SiriusXMF) can be stored in any order. The audio source options are on the left side of the Audio page.

1. Tune in the desired radio station.

2. Select the page of favorite screen buttons.

3. Touch and hold one of the favorite screen buttons until a beep is heard.

Natural Voice Recognition

Control the music source and make phone calls hands-free (after pairing your Bluetoothenabled phone) using the natural voice recognition system.

1. Press the Push to Talk button on the steering wheel.

2. The radio will play a prompt.

3. Aer the prompt, say what you want it to do using natural speech. Examples: “Call Dave” or “Tune to 99.5 FM.” Say “Help” for assistance.

SiriusXM® with 360L

The personalized content of SiriusXM with 360L offers over 200 channels, including

ad-free music, sports, comedy, talk and news, along with access to On Demand shows, performances and interviews. Certain features require a SiriusXM subscription and a Connected Access plan. See siriusxm.com and onstar.com for details.

Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™†

Apple CarPlay or Android Auto capability is available through a compatible phone using the Apple CarPlay or Android Auto icon on the Home page.

1. Download the Android Auto app to your compatible phone from the Google Play Store. No app is required for Apple CarPlay.

2. There are two ways to set up device projection while parked:

• Wireless Connection – Connect your phone by pairing it to the in-vehicle Bluetooth system. Turn on wireless Apple CarPlay or Android Auto in your phone’s settings.

• Wired Connection – Connect your phone to a USB data port using the USB cable

provided with your phone. Aermarket USB cables may not work.

3. Follow the instructions on the infotainment system and the phone.

4. The Apple CarPlay or Android Auto icon will illuminate when connected. Touch the icon

to have your apps displayed.

To exit Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, press the Home button. To return to Apple

CarPlay or Android Auto, press and hold the Home button.

See Infotainment System in your Owner’s Manual.

†Android and Android Auto are trademarks of Google LLC; Apple CarPlay is a trademark of Apple Inc. User terms and privacy statements apply.

Optional equipment. Some equipment shown may not be included in your vehicle.

INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM

In-Vehicle Apps

In-vehicle apps offering entertainment, news, weather, travel information and more, including Amazon Alexa Built-in, are available on the infotainment screen or can be downloaded through the Apps icon. Downloading and using the apps requires internet connectivity and

may require a data plan, accessed through the vehicle's available 4G LTE Wi-Fi Hotspot, if

active, or a mobile hotspot. Go to onstar.com for data plan information.

Portable Audio Devices

USB ports (Type A and Type C) for data and charging are located at the front of the center console. Connect an iPod®, iPhone®, MP3 Player, or a USB flash drive to a USB data port.

Touch the Audio icon and then touch More, if necessary, to select the USB device. USB

ports on the rear of the center console are for charging onlyF.

See Infotainment System in your Owner’s Manual.

AUDIO STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS

Push to Talk

Press to answer an incoming call or to use voice recognitionF with the Bluetooth or OnStar® system.

Press and hold to activate Phone Assistant Voice Recognition (Siri or Google Assistant) on a paired, compatible phone.

End Call/Mute

Press to end or decline a call. Press to mute/unmute the speakers.

Seek

Rotate the thumbwheel to seek radio stations or tracks when the Audio menu is displayed on the Driver Information Center.

Volume

(behind right side of steering wheel) Press the top or bottom button to adjust the volume.

Next/Previous Favorite Station/Seek

(behind left side of steering wheel) Press the top or bottom button to go to the next or

previous favorite radio station or track, or to seek the next available radio station or track.

To set the next/previous button to select favor-

ites or activate the seek function, go to Audio menu > Favorite Button Setting on the Driver Information Center.

Optional equipment. Some equipment shown may not be included in your vehicle.

See Infotainment System in your Owner’s Manual.

BLUETOOTH® SYSTEM

Read your Owner’s Manual for important information about using the Bluetooth system while driving.

Before using a Bluetooth-enabled device in the vehicle, it must be paired with the in-vehicle Bluetooth system. The vehicle must be stopped to pair a device. Not all devices will support all functions. Visit buick.com/support for more information.

Pair a Phone

1. To use voice recognition, press the Push to Talk button; aer the prompt, say “Pair phone.” To use the infotainment screen, select the Phone icon > Connect Phone > Add Phone.

2. Start the pairing process on the phone. From your phone’s Bluetooth settings, select the name shown on the infotainment screen.

3. Follow the pairing instructions.

4. When pairing is complete, the phone screen is displayed. Depending on the phone,

your phone book may be downloaded automatically.

Secondary Phone

A secondary phone can be paired to the Bluetooth system. The system connects to the phone that is set to First to Connect. The secondary phone can only receive calls.

To set the rst and secondary phones, go to Phone icon > Phones and select the

Information icon.

See Infotainment System in your Owner’s Manual.

ONSTAR® 4G LTE WI-FI HOTSPOT

With the vehicle’s available 4G LTE Wi-Fi Hotspot, up to 7 devices (smartphones, tablets

and laptops) can be connected to high-speed internet.

To retrieve the name and password for the hotspot, select the Wi-Fi Hotspot icon or go to Settings > System > Wi-Fi Hotspot.

See Infotainment System in your Owner's Manual.

WIRELESS PHONE CHARGING

The Wireless Phone Charging system is located at the front of the center console. Visit buick.com/support to check device compatibility. See your phone retailer for details on required phone accessories.

1. The vehicle must be On, or Retained Accessory Power must be active.

2. Remove all objects from the charging pad. There should not be any objects between the phone and the charging pad.

3. Place the phone, screen up, on the charging pad.

4. The charging symbol will appear on the infotainment screen when charging.

See Instruments and Controls in your Owner’s Manual.

Optional equipment. Some equipment shown may not be included in your vehicle.

VEHICLE CUSTOMIZATION

Some vehicle features can be turned on/off or customized using the Settings menus and the touch screen buttons. The Settings menus include System, Apps, and Vehicle.

1. Select Settings on the Home page.

2. Select the desired menu item.

3. Select the desired feature and setting.

4. Press BACK to exit each menu.

See Instruments and Controls in your Owner’s Manual.

LIGHTING

Exterior Lamps Control

Rotate the knob (A) to activate the exterior lamps.

Off/On

AUTO

Automatically activates the exterior lamps depending on outside lighting conditions.

Parking Lamps

Headlamps

Fog Lamps

Press the button (B) to turn the fog lamps on or off.

Instrument Panel Lighting

Instrument Panel Illumination

Press and release the knob (C) to extend it. Turn the knob to adjust the instrument panel lighting.

IntelliBeam System

The IntelliBeam system automatically turns the high-beam headlamps on/off based on traffic conditions to provide enhanced visibility while driving at night. A green indicator displays on the instrument cluster when the system is on; ablue indicator displays when the high- beam headlamps are on.

With the lamp control in the AUTO or

Headlamps position, press the button on the turn signal lever to turn the IntelliBeam system on or off.

Note: IntelliBeam activates the high-beam headlamps only when driving over 25 mph.

Some equipment shown may not be included in your vehicle.

See Lighting in your Owner’s Manual.

CLIMATE CONTROLS

REAR

MAX

Driver’s

Temperature

Control

A/C

Air

Conditioning

Control

Dual-zone climate controlsF shown

AUTO

Automatic

Operation

Driver’s Heated

Seat Button

ON/OFF

Air Delivery Modes

Fan Speed

Controls

Defog

Vent

Floor

Passenger’s

Heated Seat

Max

Defrost

Button

Rear Window

and Heated

Mirrors Defog

Recirculation

Mode

Passenger’s Temperature

Synchronize

passenger’s settings

to the driver’s

settings

Automatic Operation

1. Press AUTO.

2. Set the temperature.

The system automatically controls the fan speed, air delivery, air conditioning and recirculation functions. Allow time for the system to reach the set temperature. If a function is manually adjusted, the Auto indicator turns off and automatic operation for that function is disabled.

In-Vehicle Air Ionizer

The air ionizer, which removes contaminants such as pollen and dust to help clean the air inside the vehicle, turns on automatically with the climate control system. The ionizer status is shown on the climate control display on the infotainment screen.

Select the Climate icon on the Home page of

the infotainment screen to view the current operation of the climate controls.

To turn the ionizer on or off, go to Settings > Vehicle > Climate and Air Quality > Ionizer.

See Climate Controls in your Owner’s Manual.

Optional equipment. Some equipment shown may not be included in your vehicle.

Control

SYNC

WINDSHIELD WIPERS

Windshield Wipers and Washer

Raise or lower the lever to activate the windshield wipers.

HI Fast Wipes LO Slow Wipes INT/AUTO Intermittent Wipes or

Rainsense™

Rotate the band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes.

To turn the Rainsense automatic wiper feature on or off, go to Settings > Vehicle > Comfort and Convenience > Rainsense Wipers on the infotainment screen.

OFF 1x Single Wipe

Pull the lever to wash the windshield.

Washer Fluid

Rear Wiper and Washer

Turn the end of the wiper lever to activate the rear wiper.

OFF INT Intermittent Wipes ON

Rear Washer Fluid

Push the lever to wash the rear window.

See Instruments and Controls in your Owner’s Manual.

ALL-WHEEL DRIVE

The vehicle can operate in two-wheel drive (2WD) or all-wheel drive (AWD). In 2WD, power is sent to the front wheels only and the vehicle may have better fuel economy.

InAWD, power is sent to all four wheels for better traction.

Press the AWD button on the center console to turn the AWD system on or off. The

AWD icon will display on the Driver Information Center. The vehicle will remain in the last selected mode when the vehicle is started.

See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MANUAL MODE

Manual mode allows you to choose the top gear limit. It can be used to limit the vehicle’s speed when driving downhill or towing a trailer.

1. Move the shi lever to L (Low).

2. Press the + (plus) or – (minus) button on the

shi lever to increase or decrease the gear

range available. The current gear will be displayed on the Driver Information Center.

If vehicle speed is too high or low for the requested gear, the shi will not occur.

See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.

Optional equipment. Some equipment shown may not be included in your vehicle.

CRUISE CONTROL

Setting Cruise Control

1. Press the On/Off button. The symbol will illuminate white on the instrument cluster.

2. When traveling at the desired speed, press down the switch to the SET position to set the speed. The symbol will illuminate green on the instrument cluster.

Adjusting Cruise Control

RES/+ Resume/Accelerate

Press up to resume a set speed. When active, press up to increase speed.

SET/– Set/Coast

When active, press down to decrease speed.

Cancel

Press the button, or press the brake pedal, to cancel the Cruise Control without erasing the set speed from memory.

The set speed is erased when Cruise Control or the vehicle ignition is turned off.

Adaptive Cruise Control

The system enhances regular Cruise Control to maintain a following gap — the time between your vehicle and a vehicle detected directly ahead — by accelerating or braking automatically while you continue to steer.

Press the Following Gap button to select a following gap setting of Far, Medium, or

Near. This is also the Forward Collision Alert setting.

Press and hold the Cancel button to switch between regular Cruise Control and

Adaptive Cruise Control.

See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.

ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE

To apply the parking brake, pull the Parking Brake switch on the center console. To release the parking brake, turn on the ignition, press the brake pedal, and then press

the switch.

See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING WITH TIRE FILL ALERT

The Low Tire Pressure warning light on the instrument cluster illuminates when one or more of the vehicle’s tires is significantly underinflated. Fill the tires to the proper tire pres-

sures listed on the Tire and Loading Information label, located below the driver’s doorlatch.

Current tire pressures can be viewed on the Driver Information Center Info menu. The Tire Fill Alert provides visual and audible alerts to help when inflating a tire to the rec-

ommended tire pressure. With the vehicle On, the horn sounds and the turn signals change from flashing to solid when the recommended pressure is reached.

See Vehicle Care in your Owner's Manual.

Optional equipment. Some equipment shown may not be included in your vehicle.

DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS

Safety or driver assistance features are not a substitute for the driver’s responsibility to operate the

vehicle in a safe manner. The driver should remain attentive to trac, surroundings and road conditions

at all times. Read your Owner’s Manual for important feature limitations and information.

Buick Driver Condence Package

Forward Collision Alert — The Vehicle Ahead indicator is green on the instrument

cluster when a vehicle that you're following is detected ahead and is amber when following a vehicle ahead much too closely. When approaching a detected vehicle directly ahead too rapidly, a red alert flashes on the windshield and rapid beeps sound.

Press the Forward Collision Alert button on the steering wheel to set the alert timing to Far, Medium, or Near. The setting is displayed on the Driver Information Center.

Following Distance Indicator — The following distance to the vehicle detected ahead is

indicated in seconds on the Driver Information Center Info menu. If no vehicle is detected ahead, dashes are displayed.

Automatic Emergency Braking — At speeds below 50 mph, the system works with

Forward Collision Alert to help you avoid or reduce the severity of a front-end collision with a vehicle you're following. Camera technology is used to automatically provide hard emergency braking or enhance the driver's hard braking.

To set Automatic Emergency Braking and Forward Collision Alert to Alert and Brake,

Alert, or Off, go to Settings > Vehicle > Collision/Detection Systems > Forward Collision System on the infotainment screen.

Front Pedestrian Braking — During daytime

driving below 50 mph, the system can detect

pedestrians directly ahead and display an amber

indicator on the instrument cluster. When approaching a detected pedestrian too quickly, a red alert flashes on the windshield and rapid beeps sound. The system may also automatically provide hard emergency braking or enhance the driver's hard braking. Nighttime and low-visibility performance are limited.

To set the system to Alert and Brake, Alert, or Off, go to Settings > Vehicle > Collision/

Detection Systems > Front Pedestrian Detection on the infotainment screen.

Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning — The system may help you avoid collisions

due to unintentional lane departures. The Lane Keep Assist indicator is green if the system is available to assist. If the vehicle unintentionally approaches a detected lane marking, the system may assist by gently turning the steering wheel to help prevent lane departure and displays an amber . If active driver steering is not detected, the amber may flash and the Safety Alert Seat may pulse or beeps may sound (if selected) on the side of the departure direction as the lane marking is crossed. The system does not continuously steer the vehicle; the driver needs to steer and be in complete control of the vehicle. Alerts do not occur when using the turn signal in the lane departure direction or intentional lane departure is detected.

To turn the system on or off, press the Lane Keep Assist button on the center console.

Note: IntelliBeam headlamps are included with the Buick Driver Condence Package. See Lighting, page 13.

See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.

Some equipment shown may not be included in your vehicle.

DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS

Traction Control and StabiliTrak — The full-

time traction control system limits wheelspin and the StabiliTrak electronic stability control system assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. Both systems turn on automatically every time the vehicle is started. Traction control should be turned off if the vehicle is stuck and rocking the vehicle is required.

To turn traction control on or off, press the

Traction Control/StabiliTrak button on the center console. The Traction Control

Off light will illuminate on the instrument cluster when the system is off.

Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone AlertF — While driving, the system displays

a warning symbol on the left- or right-side mirror when a moving vehicle is detected rapidly approaching or is in that side blind zone area. The warning symbol flashes if a turn signal is activated when a vehicle has been detected on the same side.

To turn the system on or off, go to Settings > Vehicle > Collision/Detection Systems >

Lane Change Alert on the infotainment screen.

Rear Cross Traffic AlertF — When in Reverse, the system warns of detected cross-traffic

approaching in either direction by displaying a red alert on the infotainment screen and sounding beeps.

To turn on or off, go to Settings > Vehicle > Collision/Detection Systems > Rear Cross

Trac Alert on the infotainment screen.

Front and Rear Park AssistF — During low-

speed parking maneuvers, the system provides

“distance to closest object” information on the

Driver Information Center. A beep sounds when an object is detected and 5 beeps sound when an object is very close.

To turn Park Assist and Rear Cross Trac Alert

on or off, press the Park Assist button on the center console.

Rear Vision Camera — When in Reverse, a view of the area directly behind the vehicle

displays on the infotainment screen. Vehicle speed must be below 8 mph.

To turn the guidelines on or off, touch the Guidelines button at the bottom of the

infotainment screen.

HD Surround VisionF — The system uses multiple

cameras to display a high-resolution image of the area around your vehicle along with front- and rear-camera views on the infotainment screen. The system operates when the vehicle is in Reverse or

Drive while moving less than 8 mph.

Touch one of the camera view buttons on the

infotainment screen to change the camera view.

See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.

Optional equipment. Some equipment shown may not be included in your vehicle.

DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS

Automatic Parking Assist with BrakingF — The Automatic Parking Assist with Braking

system steers the vehicle at idle speed and applies the brakes to help you park the vehicle while you follow commands and control the gear selection.

1. While driving below 18 mph, press the Automatic Parking Assist button on the center console. A parking assist display is shown on the infotainment screen. The system will begin searching for a large enough parking space.

2. To switch between parallel and perpendicular parking, touch the Parking Type screen

button. To search for a parking spot to the right or le, touch the Parking Side screen button or turn on the right or le turn signal.

3. Once a space is found, shi the vehicle into Reverse or Drive as directed and follow the

instructions on the infotainment screen. The vehicle automatically steers and brakes, moving at idle speed into a detected parking space. The driver must follow the instructions, select gears, and override braking and acceleration as needed. Parking Complete will be displayed and a beep will sound when the parking maneuver is complete.

See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.

REAR CAMERA MIRROR

The Rear Camera Mirror provides a wider, less obstructed field of view than a traditional mirror to assist when driving, changing lanes and checking traffic conditions.

A. On/Off

Pull or push the lever at the bottom of the

mirror to turn the video display on or off.

B. Selection Control

Press and release the button to select the

brightness, zoom, or tilt setting.

C. Adjustment

Press and release either button to adjust the selected setting.

See Keys, Doors, and Windows in your Owner's Manual.

CARGO STORAGE

Adjustable Cargo Floor

Adjust the cargo oor to the upper or lower

oor brackets (A) to change the height of the oor. Use the upper brackets to create a at load oor when folding the rear seat.

Cargo Sidewall Panel Storage

Pull up the lower storage cover (B) on the side

of the cargo area to detach it for additional storage space of longer items.

See Storage in your Owner’s Manual.

Optional equipment. Some equipment shown may not be included in your vehicle.

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE

1-800-252-1112 TTY Users: 1-888-889-2438

As the owner of a new Buick, you are automatically enrolled in the Buick Roadside

Assistance program for 5 years/60,000 miles, whichever occurs first, at no expense to

you. The Buick Roadside Assistance toll-free number is staffed by a team of trained advisors

who are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to contact a service provider for light

services (fuel delivery, jump start, flat tire and lock outs) or make arrangements to tow your vehicle to the nearest Buick dealer.

OnStar Roadside Assistance

If you have a current OnStar Safety & Security plan, push the blue OnStar button or red Emergency button (for emergencies only) to get the help you need. An OnStar advisor

will use GPS technology to pinpoint your vehicle location and contact the nearest service provider.

To learn more about OnStar services, press the blue OnStar button, visit onstar.com, call

1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827), or refer to your Owner's Manual.

MYBUICK MOBILE APP

Download the myBuick app to your compatible smartphone (or device) and, if your vehicle is properly equipped, you can start or turn off your engine, lock or unlock your doors, view key diagnostic information, set parking information and more.

The app is available on select Apple and Android devices. Service availability, features and functionality vary by vehicle, device and data plan. Device data connection required. Visit onstar.com for more details. Download the mobile app from your compatible mobile device’s app store.

BUICK OWNER CENTER

Get to know your vehicle inside and out with the Buick Owner Center. Check out personalized information, including an online Owner’s Manual and helpful how-to videos; track your service history and warranty status; manage your OnStar and Connected Services vehicle plans; review your current Vehicle Diagnostics report (active service account required) and more. Create an account today at buick.com/owners.

Some equipment described in this guide may not be included in your vehicle. Contact your dealer for details on a

specic vehicle. All information contained in this guide is based on the latest information available at the time of printing

and is subject to change without notice. Certain restrictions, precautions, and safety procedures apply to your vehicle.

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