BUICK ENCORE 2017 Get To Know Guide

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OnStar® with 4G LTE and Wi-Fi®F
With OnStar 4G LTE and Wi-Fi, up to seven devices (smartphones, tablets and laptops) can be connected to high-speed Internet through the vehicle’s built-in Wi-Fi hotspot.
To retrieve the SSID and password for the hotspot, press the OnStar Voice Command button; after the prompt, say “Wi-Fi settings.” They will be displayed on the screen.
For assistance, press the blue OnStar button or call 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827).
Note: See onstar.com for a detailed instruction guide, vehicle availability, details, and system
limitations. Please drive responsibly and use the in-vehicle controls only when it’s safe to do so.
See OnStar in your Owner Manual.
F Optional equipment
Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™
Apple CarPlay or Android Auto capability may be available through a compatible smart-phone. If available, a Projection icon will appear on the home page of the infotainment display.
1. No app is required for Apple CarPlay. Download the Android Auto app to your phone from the Google Play Store.
2. Connect your Apple iPhone or Android phone by plugging the compatible phone USB cable into a USB data port. Use your device’s factory-provided USB cable. Aftermarket cables may not work.
3. The Projection icon will change to Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, depending on the phone. Apple CarPlay or Android Auto may launch automatically upon USB connection. If not, touch the Apple CarPlay or Android Auto icon on the home page.
For more information on using Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, call 1-855-4-SUPPORT (1-855-478-7767) or visit my.buick.com/learn.
See your Infotainment System Owner Manual.
Vehicle Personalization
Some vehicle features can be customized using the Settings menus and the touch screen buttons. The Settings menus may include Languages, Time and Date, Radio, Phone, Display, Vehicle and others.
1. Touch 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 Manual.

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Climate Controls
Driver’s Heated Seat ControlFDefog Mode
Passenger’s Temperature ControlF
Passenger’s Heated Seat ControlFFloor Mode
Driver’s Temperature ControlVent Mode
Air Conditioning Control
Recirculation Mode
Fan Speed Control/OffDefrost Mode
AUTOFAutomatic OperationRear Window/ Outside Mirror Defogger
Heated Steering WheelF
Automatic Dual Zone OperationF
1. Press AUTO.
2. Set the temperature for the driver and front passenger. Allow time for the system to automatically reach the desired temperature.
If the air delivery mode or fan speed is adjusted manually, automatic operation is canceled.
The three air delivery mode buttons can be selected in any combination.
To turn off the system, continually press the Fan Speed Control until all lights are off.
Recirculation Mode
The Recirculation Mode can help to quickly cool the air inside the vehicle or prevent outside odors from entering the vehicle. When the Recirculation Mode is used without air conditioning, the air humidity increases and the windows may fog.
See Climate Controls in your Owner Manual.
Dual Automatic Climate ControlsF shown
F Optional equipment

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Lane Departure WarningF
When crossing a detected lane marking without using a turn signal, a visual alert flashes­on­the­ instrument­ panel­and­audible­ beeps­sound.
To turn the system Off or On, press the Lane Departure Warning button on the center of the instrument panel.
Note: The system operates only at speeds greater than 35 mph.
Forward Collision AlertF
When the green symbol is
displayed on the instrument cluster, the system is tracking the vehicle ahead. When approaching a vehicle directly ahead too quickly, a visual alert is displayed on the Driver Information Center and audible beeps sound.
Press the Forward Collision Alert button on the steering wheel to select a follow gap setting of Far, Medium, Near, or Off.
Side Blind Zone AlertF
While driving, the system displays a warning symbol on the left or right side mirror when a vehicle is detected in that side blind zone area. If the turn
signal is activated when a­vehicle­ is­detected,­ the­warning­ symbol­flashes.
To turn the system Off or On, go to Settings > Vehicle > Collision/Detection Systems > Side Blind Zone Alert.
Note: The system may not be available in heavy rainstorms or if dirt or snow builds up on the corners of the rear bumper. Keep the vehicle clean for proper operation.
Driving Assistance SystemsF
Cruise Control
Setting Cruise Control
1. Press the On/Off button. The Cruise Control symbol will illumi-nate in white on the instrument cluster.
2. When traveling at the desired speed, rotate the thumbwheel down to the SET position to set the speed. The
symbol will illuminate in green on the instrument cluster.
Adjusting Cruise Control
RES/+ Resume/Accelerate
Rotate the thumbwheel up to resume a set speed. When the system is active, rotate the thumbwheel up to increase speed.
SET/– Set/Coast
When the system is active, rotate the thumbwheel down to decrease speed.
Cancel
Press to cancel the cruise control but retain the set speed in memory.
Pressing the brake pedal also will cancel the cruise control.
Turn off cruise control or the vehicle igni-tion to erase the cruise control set speed.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner Manual.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner Manual.F Optional equipment

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Front and Rear Parking AssistF
Rear Vision Camera
When the vehicle is in Reverse, a view of the area behind the vehicle appears on the
infotainment screen. Vehicle speed must be below 5 mph.
Rear Cross Traffic AlertF
The­system­ warns­of­approaching­ traffic­by­displaying­ a­visual­ alert­on­the­ infotainment­screen­ and­sounding­ three­beeps­ on­the­ side­ of­the­ approaching­ traffic.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner Manual.
Ultrasonic sensors in the front and rear bumpers help you avoid colliding with objects when parking. Detected objects are indicated by audible beeps, which become more frequent as the vehicle gets closer to an object. When the distance is less than 12 in. (30 cm), the beeps are continuous. Both front and rear park assist sensors operate when the vehicle is in Reverse.
To turn the system Off or On, press the Parking Assist button on the center of the instrument panel.
Note: The system operates only at speeds less than 5 mph. The system may not be available if dirt, snow or ice builds up on the sensors. Keep the vehicle clean for proper operation.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner Manual.
Traction Control and StabiliTrak® Systems
The traction control system limits wheelspin and the StabiliTrak stability control system assists with directional control of the vehicle in­difficult­ driving­conditions.­ Both­systems­turn 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.
Press the Traction Control/StabiliTrak button on the center of the instrument panel. The Traction Control Off light will illuminate in the instrument cluster. Press the button again to turn on the system.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner Manual.

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Tire Pressure Monitor
The Low Tire Pressure warning light on the instrument cluster illuminates when one or­more­ of­the­ vehicle’s­ tires­is­significantly­ underinflated.­ Fill­the­ tires­ to­the­ proper­ tire­pressures. The proper tire pressures for the vehicle are listed on the Tire and Loading Information label located below the driver’s door latch. Current tire pressures can be viewed in the Driver Information Center Information menu.
See Vehicle Care in your Owner Manual.
Cargo Shade
Remove the Shade
1. Unhook the cords (A) from the liftgate.
2. Lift the shade out of the rear hinges (B).
3. Slide the shade along the channels (C) to store it behind the rear seats.
Install the Shade
1. Insert the shade into the rear hinges.
2. Hook the cords to the liftgate.
See Storage in your Owner Manual.
Storage Features
Automatic Transmission
Manual Mode
Manual Mode allows the driver to manu-ally select the range of gear positions. This
feature can be used to drive the vehicle in a sportier manner or to downshift when driving on a downhill grade to provide engine braking.
1. Move the shift lever to the Manual (M) position.
2. Press the + (plus) or – (minus) button on the shift lever to upshift or down-shift. The current gear will be displayed on the Driver Information Center.
If vehicle speed is too high or too low for the requested gear, the shift will not occur.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner Manual.
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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 Assistance­program­for­6­years/70,000­ miles,­whichever­ occurs­first,­at­no­ expense­ to­you.­Buick’s 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 ser-vices­ (fuel­delivery,­ jump-start,­ flat­tire­ and­ lock-out)­ or­make­ arrangements­ to­tow­ your­vehicle to the nearest Buick dealer.
Roadside Assistance and OnStar
If you require roadside service and have a current OnStar subscription, press the OnStar button and the vehicle will send your current GPS location to an OnStar Advisor who will speak to you, assess your problem, contact Roadside Assistance and relay your exact
location so you will get the help you need.
Get to know your vehicle inside and out with the Buick Owner Center. Check out per-sonalized information, including an online Owner Manual and helpful how-to videos, track your service history and warranty status, review your current OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics report (active OnStar account required) and more. Create an account today at my.buick.com.
Buick Owner Center
myBuick Mobile App
The myBuick mobile app connects owners with a compatible mobile device to a variety of vehicle information and services, such as a searchable Owner Manual, real-time fuel information, OnStar Vehicle Diagnostic information and Roadside Assistance.
The myBuick mobile app also enables users to send remote commands —
including remotely starting the vehicle and locking/unlocking the doors — as well as locate the vehicle on a map and send destinations to the navigation system (vehicles must be properly equipped).
Download the mobile app from your compatible mobile device’s app store.
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 Manual.