BUICK ENCORE 2014 Owner's Manual

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Brake System Messages
BRAKE FLUID LOW
This message is displayed when the
brake fluid level is low. SeeBrake
Fluid on page 10-18.
BRAKES OVERHEATED
This message may display if the
brakes are too hot.
RELEASE PARKING BRAKE
This message is displayed if the
parking brake is applied. Release it
before you attempt to drive. See
Parking Brake on page 9-27 for
more information.
SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST
This message is displayed when
there is a problem with the brake
assist system. Take the vehicle to
your dealer.
Door Ajar Messages
DOOR(S) OPEN
A vehicle symbol will be displayed
on the DIC showing which door is
open along with this message.
Close the door completely.
REAR ACCESS OPEN
This message will display when the
liftgate is open. Close the liftgate
completely.
Engine Cooling System
Messages
ENGINE OVERHEATED —
IDLE ENGINE
This message displays when the
engine coolant temperature is too
hot. Stop and allow the vehicle to
idle until it cools down.
ENGINE OVERHEATED —
STOP ENGINE
This message displays and a
continuous chime sounds if the
engine cooling system reaches
unsafe temperatures for operation.
Stop and turn off the vehicle as
soon as it is safe to do so to avoid
severe damage. This message
clears when the engine has cooled
to a safe operating temperature.
Engine Oil Messages
CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
This message displays when the
engine oil needs to be changed.
When the engine oil is changed, be
sure to reset the Oil Life System.
See Engine Oil Life System on
page 10-9, Driver Information
Center (DIC) on page 5-21, Engine
Oil on page 10-7, and Maintenance
Schedule on page 11-2.

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ENGINE OIL HOT, IDLE
ENGINE
This message displays when the
engine oil temperature is too hot.
Stop and allow the vehicle to idle
until it cools down.
ENGINE OIL LOW ADD OIL
On some vehicles, this message
displays when the engine oil level
may be too low. Check the oil level
before filling to the recommended
level. If the oil is not low and this
message remains on, take the
vehicle to your dealer for service.
SeeEngine Oil on page 10-7.
Engine Power Messages
ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED
This message displays when the
vehicle's engine power is reduced.
Reduced engine power can affect
the vehicle's ability to accelerate. If this message is on, but there is no
reduction in performance, proceed
to your destination. The
performance may be reduced the
next time the vehicle is driven. The
vehicle may be driven at a reduced
speed while this message is on, but
maximum acceleration and speed
may be reduced. Anytime this
message stays on, the vehicle
should be taken to your dealer for
service as soon as possible.
Fuel System Messages
FUEL LEVEL LOW
This message displays when the
vehicle is low on fuel. Refuel as
soon as possible.
TIGHTEN GAS CAP
This message displays when the
fuel cap is not on tight. Tighten the
fuel cap.
Object Detection System
Messages
FORWARD COLLISION
ALERT OFF
If equipped with the Forward
Collision Alert (FCA) system, this
message may display if the FCA
system cannot activate due to a
temporary condition. See
Forward
Collision Alert (FCA) System on
page 9-32.
FRONT CAMERA BLOCKED,
CLEAN WINDSHIELD
This message displays when the
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) and
Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
systems are disabled because the
camera view is blocked and cannot
operate properly. It may also
activate during heavy rain or due to
road spray. To clean the system,
clean the outside of the windshield
area in front of the LDW/FCA
camera sensor.

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LANE DEPARTURE WARNING
UNAVAILABLE
If equipped with the Lane Departure
Warning (LDW) system, this
message may display if the LDW
system cannot activate due to a
temporary condition. SeeLane
Departure Warning (LDW) on
page 9-40.
PARK ASSIST OFF
This message displays when the
park assist system has been turned
off or when there is a temporary
condition causing the system to be
disabled. See Ultrasonic Parking
Assist on page 9-34.
PARK ASSIST FAULT CLEAN
BUMPER
This message displays if snow,
mud, ice, or dirt is blocking the
sensors on the bumpers. Clean the
bumpers.
SERVICE FRONT CAMERA
If this message remains on after
continued driving, the vehicle needs
service. Do not use the Lane
Departure Warning (LDW) and
Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
features. Take the vehicle to your
dealer.
SERVICE PARKING ASSIST
This message displays if there is a
problem with the Ultrasonic Front
and Rear Parking Assist (UFRPA)
system. Do not use this system to
help you park. See Ultrasonic
Parking Assist on page 9-34.
SERVICE SIDE DETECTION
SYSTEM
If this message remains on after
continued driving, the vehicle needs
service. Side Blind Zone Alert
(SBZA) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert
(RCTA) features will not work. Take
the vehicle to your dealer.
SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT OFF
This message indicates that the
driver has turned the Side Blind
Zone Alert (SBZA) system off.
SIDE DETECTION SYSTEM
UNAVAILABLE
This message indicates that Side
Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) and Rear
Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) are
disabled either because the sensor
is blocked and cannot detect
vehicles in the blind zone, or the
vehicle is passing through an open
area, such as the desert, where
there is insufficient data for
operation. This message may also
activate during heavy rain or due to
road spray. The vehicle does not
need service. For cleaning, see
“Washing the Vehicle” under
Exterior Care on page 10-68.

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Ride Control System
Messages
ALL WHEEL DRIVE OFF
If your vehicle has the All-Wheel
Drive (AWD) system, this message
displays when the rear drive system
is overheating. This message turns
off when the rear drive system cools
down. If the warning message stays
on for a while, you need to reset the
warning message. To reset the
warning message, turn the ignition
off and then back on again. If the
message stays on, see your dealer
right away. SeeAll-Wheel Drive on
page 9-25 for more information.
SERVICE ALL WHEEL DRIVE
SYSTEM
If your vehicle has the All-Wheel
Drive (AWD) system, this message
displays if a problem occurs with
this system. If this message
appears, stop as soon as possible
and turn off the vehicle. Restart the
vehicle and check for the message
on the DIC display. If the message is still displayed or appears again
when you begin driving, the AWD
system needs service. See your
dealer.
TRACTION CONTROL OFF
This message displays when the
Traction Control System (TCS) is
turned off. Adjust your driving
accordingly.
TRACTION CONTROL ON
This message displays when the
Traction Control System (TCS) is
first turned on. See
Traction Control/
Electronic Stability Control on
page 9-28 for more information.
Tire Messages
SERVICE TIRE MONITOR
SYSTEM
This message displays if there is a
problem with the Tire Pressure
Monitor System (TPMS). See Tire
Pressure Monitor Operation on
page 10-45.
TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE
This message displays when the
system is learning new tires. See
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on
page 10-45.
TIRE PRESSURE LOW ADD
AIR TO TIRE
On vehicles with the Tire Pressure
Monitor System (TPMS), this
message displays when the
pressure in one or more of the
vehicle's tires is low.
The low tire pressure warning light
will also come on. See Tire
Pressure Light on page 5-18.
If a tire pressure message displays,
inflate the tires until the tire pressure
is equal to the values shown on the
Tire and Loading Information label.
See Tires on page 10-35, Vehicle
Load Limits on page 9-10, and Tire
Pressure on page 10-43.

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More than one tire pressure
message can be received at a time.
The DIC also shows the tire
pressure values. SeeDriver
Information Center (DIC) on
page 5-21.
Transmission Messages
SERVICE TRANSMISSION
This message displays if there is a
problem with the transmission. See
your dealer.
TRANSMISSION HOT —IDLE
ENGINE
This message displays and a chime
sounds if the transmission fluid in
the vehicle gets hot. Driving with the
transmission fluid temperature high
can cause damage to the vehicle.
Stop the vehicle and let it idle to
allow the transmission to cool. This
message clears when the fluid
temperature reaches a safe level.
Vehicle
Personalization
Use the audio system controls to
access the personalization menus
for customizing vehicle features.
The following are all possible
personalization features. Depending
on the vehicle, some may not be
available
CONFIG (Configuration): Press to
access the Configuration
Settings menu.
TUNE/MENU: Press the center of
the knob or outer ring for radios with
navigation to enter the menus and
select menu items. Turn the knob or
outer ring to scroll through the
menus.
/BACK: Press to exit or move
backward in a menu. Entering the Personalization
Menus
1. Press CONFIG to access the
Configuration Settings menu.
The key must be in the ON/RUN
position.
2. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob or outer ring to highlight the Vehicle
Settings menu.
3. Press the TUNE/MENU knob or outer ring to select the menu.
4. Press
/BACK to confirm the
selection and move back to the
last menu.
The following list of menu items may
be available:
.Languages
.Time and Date
.Radio Settings
.Phone Settings
.Display Settings
.Vehicle Settings

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Languages
Select Language, then select from
the available language(s).
Time and Date
Select the Time and Date menu and
the following may display:
.Set Time
.Set Date
.12 hr / 24 hr Format
Set Time
Select to manually set the time.
Turn TUNE/MENU knob or outer
ring to change the number, then
press the knob or outer ring to
confirm and go to the next number.
Set Date
Select to manually set the date.
Turn TUNE/MENU knob or outer
ring to change the number, then
press the knob or outer ring to
confirm and go to the next number. 12 hr / 24 hr Format
Select to set the 12/24 hour format.
Select 12 hr or 24 hr.
Radio Settings
Select Radio Settings and the
following may display:
.Auto Volume
.Maximum Startup Volume
.Radio Favorites
Auto Volume
The auto volume feature
automatically adjusts the radio
volume to compensate for road and
wind noise as the vehicle speeds up
or slows down, so that the volume
level is consistent.
Select Off, Low, Medium, or High.
Maximum Startup Volume
Select to manually set the startup
volume of the radio.
Turn the TUNE/MENU knob or outer
ring to increase or decrease the
value. Radio Favorites
Select to manually set the number
of favorite pages.
Select 1−6.
Phone Settings
Select Phone Settings and the
following may display:
.Bluetooth
.Return to Factory Settings
Bluetooth
The following list of menu items may
be available:
.Activation
.Device List
.Pair Device
.Change Bluetooth Code
Activation
When on, the system will allow a
Bluetooth device to connect.
Select On or Off.

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Device List
Allows the management of a
Bluetooth device.
Select Connect, Separate,
or Delete.
Pair Device
Allows the pairing of a new
Bluetooth device. See“Bluetooth”in
the infotainment manual.
Change Bluetooth Code
Manually change or set the code.
Return to Factory Settings
Select Return to Factory Settings to
return Bluetooth to the default
settings.
Select Yes or No.
Display Settings
Select Display Settings and the
following may display:
.Home Page Menu
.Display Off
Home Page Menu
Select Home Page Menu and the
following may display:
.Customize
.Sort
.Restore Home Page Defaults
Customize
Select what icons will be available
on the Home Page.
Turn the TUNE/MENU knob or outer
ring to select an icon, then press the
knob or outer ring.
Sort
This allows the first Home Page to
be customized. See “Home Page”
under “Using the System” in the
infotainment manual.
Restore Home Page Defaults
Select Restore Home Page Defaults
to return the Home Page to the
default settings.
Select Yes or No
Display Off
Select to turn the display off. Press
or turn any faceplate button to turn
the display on.
Vehicle Settings
The following list of menu items may
be available:
.Climate and Air Quality
.Comfort and Convenience
.Collision Detection System
.Lighting
.Power Door Locks
.Remote Lock/Unlock/Start
.Return to Factory Settings?
Climate and Air Quality
If equipped, select the Climate and
Air Quality menu and the following
may display:
.Auto Fan Speed
.Air Conditioning Mode
.Remote Start Auto Heat Seats

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.Auto Defog
.Auto Rear Defog
Auto Fan Speed
This allows the selection of the
automatic fan speed. This feature
sets the climate control fan speed to
maintain the interior temperature.
Select High, Medium, or Low.
Air Conditioning Mode
When on, the Air Conditioning will
come on when the vehicle is
started.
Select On, Off, or Last Setting.
Remote Start Auto Heat Seats
On vehicles with remote start and
heated seats, the heated seats can
be set to on or off.
Select On or Off.
Auto Defog
When selected and high humidity is
detected, the climate control system
may adjust to outside air supply and
turn on the air conditioner or the heater. The fan speed may slightly
increase to help prevent fogging.
When high humidity is no longer
detected, the system will return to
its prior operation.
Select or Deselect.
Auto Rear Defog
When selected, this feature turns on
the rear defogger at vehicle start
when the interior temperature is cold
and fog is likely. The auto rear defog
function can be disabled by
pressing
1. When off, the feature
can be turned on by pressing
1.
See “Rear Window Defogger” under
Climate Control Systems on
page 8-1.
Select or Deselect.
Comfort and Convenience
If equipped, select the Comfort and
Convenience menu and the
following may display:
.Easy Exit Driver Seat
.Memory Remote Recall
.Chime Volume
.Button Volume
.Reverse Tilt Mirror
.Auto Reverse Gear Wiper
Easy Exit Driver Seat
This feature moves the seat
rearward allowing the driver more
room to exit the vehicle.
Select On or Off.
Memory Remote Recall
If equipped, this feature recalls the
driver seat and outside mirrors to
previously stored Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) transmitter memory
positions when entering the vehicle.
See Memory Seats on page 3-6.
Select On or Off.
Chime Volume
This allows the selection of the
chime volume level.
Select Normal or High.

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Button Volume
This allows the selection of the
volume level when a button is
pressed.
Select Normal or High.
Reverse Tilt Mirror
This feature tilts the outside mirrors
when the vehicle is in R (Reverse)
allowing the driver to view the curb
for parallel parking.
Select On or Off.
Auto Reverse Gear Wiper
When selected, the rear wiper will
intermittent wipe when the vehicle is
shifted into R (Reverse). When
deselected, the rear wiper will
continuously wipe when the vehicle
is shifted into R (Reverse).
Select or Deselect.Collision Detection System
Select the Collision Detection
System menu and the following may
display:
.Park Assist
.Side Blind Zone Alert
Park Assist
This allows the Ultrasonic Parking
Assist feature, audible only, to be
turned on or off.
Press Park Assist when highlighted.
Select On, Off, or Towbar attached.
Press
4.
Side Blind Zone Alert
This allows this feature to be turned
on or off. See Side Blind Zone Alert
(SBZA) on page 9-36.
Select On or Off.
Lighting
Select the Lighting menu and the
following may display:
.Exit Lighting
.Vehicle Locator Lights
Exit Lighting
This allows the selection of how
long the exterior lamps stay on
when leaving the vehicle when it is
dark outside.
Select Off, 30 Seconds, 1 Minute,
or 2 Minutes.
Vehicle Locator Lights
This allows the headlamps, parking
lamps, taillamps, and most of the
interior lamps to turn on briefly when
Kis pressed.
Select or Deselect.
Power Door Locks
Select Power Door Locks and the
following may display:
.Open Door Anti Lock Out
.Auto Door Unlock
.Delayed Door Lock

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Open Door Anti Lock Out
When selected, this feature will
keep the driver door from locking
when the door is open. When
deselected, the Delayed Door Lock
menu will be available and the door
will lock as programmed through
this menu.
Select or Deselect.
Auto Door Unlock
This allows selection of which of the
doors will automatically unlock when
the vehicle is shifted into P (Park).
Select All Doors, Driver Door,
or OFF.
Delayed Door Lock
When selected, this feature will
delay the locking of the doors after
the last door is closed.
Select or Deselect.Remote Lock/Unlock/Start
Select Remote Lock/Unlock/Start
and the following may display:
.Remote Unlock Feedback
.Remote Lock Feedback
.Remote Door Unlock
Remote Unlock Feedback
This allows selection of what type of
feedback is given when unlocking
the vehicle with the RKE transmitter.
Select Flash Lights or Off.
Remote Lock Feedback
This allows selection of what type of
feedback is given when locking the
vehicle with the RKE transmitter.
Select Lights and Horn, Lights Only,
Horn Only, or Off. Remote Door Unlock
This allows selection of which doors
will unlock when pressing
Kon the
RKE transmitter.
When set to Driver Door, the driver
door will unlock the first time
Kis
pressed and all doors will unlock
when
Kis pressed a second time.
When set to All Doors, all of the
doors will unlock at the first press
of
K.
Select Driver Door or All Doors.
Return to Factory Settings?
Select Return to Factory Settings?
to return all vehicle personalization
to the default settings.
Select Yes or No