BUICK ENCORE 2013 Get To Know Guide

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Buick IntelliLink
IntelliLink uses a Bluetooth or USB connection to link a smartphone, cell phone, USB
flash drive or portable audio player/iPod™ to the infotainment display. It offers a variety of
entertainment options, including streaming audio from the Internet through a smartphone,
and features enhanced hands-free voice control, music information and th\
e ability to play
music files from a USB flash drive.
For assistance with Bluetooth pairing, application downloading and installation, mobile
device compatibility, and operation of the IntelliLink system, contact Customer Assistance
at 1-855-4-SUPPORT (855-478-7767) or visit www.buick.com/intellilink.
Voice Recognition
Control the music source and make phone calls hands-free (after pairing\
your Bluetooth-
enabled phone) using the enhanced voice recognition system.
1. Press the
Push to Talk button on the steering wheel.
2. The radio will say “Please say a command,” followed by a beep.
3. After the beep, say what you want it to do.
Phone (Using your paired phone):
Example command: “Call Amanda” or “Dial 555-1212”
Media Music Device Search (when connected to USB only):
Example command: “Play artist [name]” or “Play song [name]”
Radio Control:
Example command: “Tune FM 104.3” or “Tune XM Classic Vinyl”
PANDORA
® Internet Radio
Listen to personalized radio stations based on favorite artists or genres (a slight delay may
occur when loading a song or changing a station).
Download the Pandora app to your smartphone. Restart the smartphone and \
sign in to
Pandora.
Create a station on your phone to listen to a customized song list in the vehicle.
Use voice commands to tune your Pandora stations. A slight delay may occur when
loading a song or changing a station.
Stitcher SmartRadio™
Stream favorite podcasts, radio shows and news to your vehicle.
Download the Stitcher app to your smartphone. Restart the smartphone and sign in to
Stitcher.
Select a category to listen to. A slight delay may occur when loading a \
station.
Note: Pandora and Stitcher can be played using the Bluetooth connection. However, the Pandora
and Stitcher voice commands will be active only when connected to the USB port.
See Infotainment System in your Owner Manual.

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Climate Controls
Driver’s
Heated Seat
Control
FDefog Mode Passenger’s
Temperature
ControlF

Passenger’s
Heated Seat
Control
FFloor Mode
Driver’s
Temperature ControlVent Mode
Air
Conditioning ControlRecirculation Mode Fan Speed Control/OffDefrost Mode AUTOF:
Automatic OperationRear Window/
Outside Mirror DefoggerHeated
Steering
Wheel
F
F Optional equipment
Automatic Dual Zone OperationF
1. Press AUTO.
2. Set the temperature for the driver and front passenger. Allow time for t\
he 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. It is not available while the Defog or Defrost Mode
is selected. 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 Controls shown

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Ultrasonic Parking AssistF
Rear Vision Camera
Lane Departure WarningF
When the vehicle is in Reverse, a view of the area behind the vehicle appears on the
infotainment screen.
To turn the system Off or On, press the CONFIG button on the infotainment system
to open the Configure menu and select Display > Rear Camera Options > Camera.
A checkmark indicates the system is On.
Note: The system may not display a clear image if dirt, snow or ice builds up on the camera lens.
Clean the camera, located above the license plate, with water and a soft cloth.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner Manual.
When crossing a detected lane marking without using a turn signal, a visual alert is
displayed on the instrument panel and audible beeps sound.
To turn the system Off or On, press the Lane Departure Warning button on the
lower center of the instrument panel.
Note: The system operates only at speeds greater than 35 mph. The visual alert and display turn off
at speeds below 35 mph.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner Manual.
F Optional equipment
Ultrasonic sensors in the front and rear bumpers help you avoid collidin\
g 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. (30cm),
the beeps are continuous. Both front and rear park assist operate when the vehicle is in
Reverse.
To turn the system Off or On, press the Parking Assist button on the lower 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.
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.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner Manual.

14F Optional equipment
Automatic Transmission
Manual Mode
Manual Mode allows the driver to manually
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 downshift.
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.
Traction Control and StabiliTrak® Systems
The traction control system limits wheelspin and the StabiliTrak stabili\
ty control system
assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. Both systems
turn on automatically every time the vehicle is started.
Turning the Systems Off/On
To turn off traction control, press the Traction Control/StabiliTrak Off button on the
center of the instrument panel. The
Traction Control Off light will illuminate on the
instrument cluster. Turn off traction control if the vehicle is stuck an\
d rocking the vehicle
is required.
To turn off both traction control and StabiliTrak, press and hold the button. The
Traction Control Off light and StabiliTrak Off light will illuminate on the instrument
cluster.
Press the button again to turn on both systems.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner Manual.
Hill Start Assist
When stopped on a steep hill, the Hill Start Assist feature prevents the\
vehicle from rolling
before driving off, whether facing uphill or downhill. During the transi\
tion between when the
driver releases the brake pedal and starts to accelerate, Hill Start Assist holds the brake
pressure (for up to two seconds) to ensure the vehicle doesn't roll.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner Manual.

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Tire Pressure Monitor
Engine Oil Life System
The Low Tire Pressure warning light on the instrument cluster illuminates when one
or more of the vehicle's tires is significantly under-inflated. 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 Ce\
nter Vehicle
Information menu.
Tire pressure is affected by cold weather and distance driven. If the low tire pressure
warning light illuminates when the vehicle is first started and then turns off as the vehicle is
driven, check for the proper tire pressures.
Refer to your owner manual for information about normal monthly tire maintenance.
See Vehicle Care in your Owner Manual.
The Oil Life System calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays Change
Engine Oil Soon on the Driver Information Center (DIC) when it’s necessary to change the
engine oil and filter. The system should be reset to 100% only following an oil change.
Resetting the Oil Life System
1. Press the MENU button to display the Vehicle Information menu on the DIC.
2. Rotate the
switch to view Remaining Oil Life.
3. Press the SET/CLR button until 100% is displayed.
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
F Optional equipment
B
C
A

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hicle. Please read your Owner Manual for
complete instructions. All information contained herein is based on the \
latest information available at the time of
printing and is subject to change without notice. Copyright 2012 General Motors. All rights reserved.
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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
Assistance program for 6 years/70,000 miles at no expense to you. This value-added \
service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive acros\
s town or travel
the open road.
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\

services (fuel delivery, jump-start, flat tire and lock-out) or make arrangements to tow your
vehicle 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.
Buick Owner Center
The Buick Owner Center, a complimentary service for Buick owners, is a one-stop
resource designed to enhance your ownership experience. Exclusive member benefits
include online service reminders, vehicle maintenance tips, online owner manual, special
privileges and more.
Sign up today at my.buick.com.
myBuick and OnStar® Mobile Apps
The myBuick and OnStar mobile apps connect owners to a variety of
vehicle information and services, such as a searchable Owner Manual,
real-time fuel information and Roadside Assistance, as well as enabling
users to perform Remote Keyless Entry transmitter commands, including
locking and unlocking the doors and starting the vehicle.
An active OnStar account is required to use the OnStar mobile app.
Download the mobile apps from your iPhone
® or Android™ device’s app store. To learn
more about OnStar services, press the OnStar button, refer to your Owner Manual, call
1-888-466-7827 or visit OnStar.com.