BUICK ENVISION 2021 Get To Know Guide

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Review this Quick Reference Guide for an overview of some important features in your Buick Envision. Some optional equipment described in this guide may not be included in your vehicle. More information can be found in your Owner's Manual and at my.buick.com. For easy reference, keep this guide with your Owner’s Manual in your glove box.
Certain restrictions, precautions, and safety procedures apply to your v\
ehicle. Please read your Owner’s Manual for complete instructions.
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Power Mirror/Window Switches
Memory Seat ButtonsF
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Audio Volume Controls (behind steering wheel)
Engine Start/Stop Button (on instrument panel)
Audio Favorite Station or Seek Controls (behind steering wheel)
Steering Wheel Adjustment Lever (under steering column)
Power Liftgate ControlF
Symbols
Low Fuel
Traction Control Off
Brake System
Cruise Control
StabiliTrak Active
StabiliTrak Off
Forward Collision Alert
Security
PARK Electric Parking Brake
Service Electric Parking Brake
Lights On Reminder
Airbag Readiness
Engine Oil Pressure
Check Engine
Lane Keep Assist
Exterior/Interior Lighting Controls
Turn Signal Lever/IntelliBeam Control
Windshield Wipers Lever
Manual Shift Paddle
Manual Shift Paddle
Driver Information Center/Voice Recognition Controls
Head-Up Display ControlsF
Cruise Control/Forward Collision Alert/Heated Steering WheelF Buttons
Driver Information Center

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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.
Infotainment System Controls
Instrument Panel Vent Control
Infotainment System Touchscreen
Hazard Warning Flashers Button
Auto Stop Disable/Hill Descent ControlF/Lane Keep Assist/Traction Control-StabiliTrak/Auto Parking AssistF/Park AssistF Buttons
Electronic Precision Shift Controls
Wireless Phone Charging PadF
Climate Controls/ Heated & Ventilated Seat ButtonsF
USB Ports/ Accessory Power Outlet
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Vehicle Ahead
Pedestrian Ahead
Antilock Brake System
Low Tire Pressure
Door Ajar
Charging System
Driver Seat Belt Reminder
2 Passenger Seat Belt Reminder

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REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY TRANSMITTER (KEY FOB)
KEYLESS ACCESS SYSTEM
Lock
Press to lock all doors.
Unlock
Press to unlock the driv-er’s door. Press again to unlock all doors and liftgate.
Power LiftgateF
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 lock, unlock, and remote start settings, go to Settings > Vehicle > Remote Lock, Unlock, Start.
[ Remote Vehicle StartF
Press twice to start the engine from outside the vehicle. The turn signal lamps will flash. 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 the [ button twice.
Key Release
In case of loss of vehicle power, press the button on the back of the transmitter to pull out the door lock key. Remove the cap on the rear part of the driver’s door handle to access the lock.
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 lift-gate 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 liftgate.
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 after a short delay.
Note: To change the lock and unlock settings, go to Settings > Vehicle > Remote Lock, Unlock, Start.
See Keys, Doors and Windows in your Owner’s Manual.
See Keys, Doors and Windows in your Owner’s Manual.
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KEYLESS (PUSH–BUTTON) START
AUTO ENGINE STOP/START OPERATION
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 and hold the brake pedal and then press the ENGINE START/STOP button to start the engine. The green button indicator will illuminate.
Note: If the key fob battery is weak, place the key fob in the forward cupholder in the center console to enable the engine to start. Replace the key fob battery as soon as possible.
Stopping the Engine/Off
Shift to Park and press 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. The amber button indicator will illuminate.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
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 shift 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 $ Auto Stop button on the center console to turn off the automatic engine stop/start system. The button indicator is illuminated when the system is on. The Auto Engine Stop/Start system turns on each time the vehicle is started.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.

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ELECTRONIC PRECISION SHIFT
DRIVER MODE SELECTOR
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.
The automatic transmission is electronically controlled using the shift switches on the center console. The selected gear position illuminates in red on the shift switch and is shown on the instrument cluster.
Park — Press the P switch to shift to Park.
Reverse — Pull the R switch to shift to Reverse.
Neutral — Press and hold the N switch until the indicator is red to shift to Neutral.
Note: The transmission will not stay in Neutral for an extended period. It will automatically shift into Park.
Drive — Pull the D switch to shift to Drive.
Manual Mode — With the transmission in Drive, press the M (Manual) switch to shift manu-ally. Pull the left steering wheel paddle to downshift and the right steering wheel paddle to upshift. Pull the D switch to return to Drive.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
The Driver Mode Selector system can automatically adjust various vehicle control systems based on driving preferences, weather and road conditions.
Press the MODE button on the center console to display the Mode menu on the instrument cluster and activate the next available mode.
Modes
Tour — Use for normal driving.
Snow/Ice (Front-Wheel-Drive models) — Use for enhanced acceleration on snowy roads.
All-Wheel Drive (All-Wheel-Drive models) — Use for enhanced responsiveness.
Sport — Use for enhanced handling and accelera-tion on dry pavement.
Off-Road (All-Wheel-Drive models) — Use for enhanced driving on unpaved roads.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.

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STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT
POWER FRONT SEATSF
With the vehicle parked, push down the lever under the left 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.
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 Adjustment/MassageF
Turn the feature select knob to view lumber or massage settings on the infotainment screen. Press the 4-way control to adjust the selected setting.
D. Massage Recall
Press the button to turn the massage feature on/off.
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, 2, or Exit until the set 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.
See Seats and Restraints in your Owner’s Manual.
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ABC
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Open/Close the Power Liftgate Press the Power Liftgate button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter twice.
Press the Power Liftgate knob (A) on the driver’s door.
Press the touchpad above the license plate to open the liftgate.
Press the button (B) on the bottom edge of the liftgate to close the liftgate.
Programming the Liftgate Height
1. Turn the Power Liftgate knob to the 3/4 mode position.
2. Open the liftgate.
3. Adjust the liftgate manually to the desired height.
4. To save the setting, press and hold the button on the bottom edge of the liftgate until the turn signals flash and a beep sounds.
Hands-Free Operation To open or close the liftgate hands-free, kick your foot straight under the driver’s side of the rear bumper, left of center. The RKE transmitter must be within 3 feet of the liftgate. 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.
F Optional equipment
See Keys, Doors and Windows in your Owner’s Manual.
FOLDING REAR SEATS
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, lift it up until it locks in place.
See Seats and Restraints in your Owner’s Manual.
POWER LIFTGATEF
B
A

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The Head-Up Display (HUD) projects some operating information on the windshield. The HUD controls are located on the left side of the instrument panel.
HUD HUD
Lift up or press down to adjust the position of the image. It cannot be adjusted side-to-side.
INFO
Press 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.
See Instruments and Controls in your Owner’s Manual.
F Optional equipment
DRIVER INFORMATION CENTER (DIC)
HEAD-UP DISPLAYF
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 infor-mation), Audio, Navigation, Phone, and Options menus.
Press the or button to move between the
display zones. Press the button to exit a dis-play 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 Menu Pages
1. At the end of the Info menu, select Edit; or use the controls to open the Options menu, scroll to Info Page Options, and press the thumbwheel to enter the menu.
2. Scroll through the list of items.
3. Press the thumbwheel to select or deselect an item to display in the Info menu.
Engine Air Filter Monitor Select the Air Filter Monitor Life page under the Info menu to view a percentage of the remaining air filter life. Replace the air filter at the scheduled maintenance interval.
See Instruments and Controls in your Owner’s Manual.

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INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM
ApplicationsF: Touch the screen icon to access the app Home page
Additional Pages: Swipe to display the overview page or additional pages of apps (if available)
Power/ Volume/Mute
Applications Tray: Shortcuts to apps Tune/Select: Rotate the knob to tune stations or highlight an item; press the knob to select an item
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 touchscreen, such as tap, drag, and swipe, to interact with the system. For assistance, call 1-855-4-SUPPORT (1-855-478-7767) or visit my.buick.com/how-to-support.
Managing Home Page Icons
1. While in Park, 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.
Read your Owner’s Manual for important information about using the infotainment system while driving.
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