ventilation BUICK ENCORE 2020 Owner's Manual

Buick Encore Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-13710474) -
2020 - CRC - 10/7/19
130 Climate Controls
Climate Controls
Climate Control Systems
Climate Control Systems . . . . . 130
Dual Automatic ClimateControl System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Air Vents
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Maintenance
Air Intake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Passenger Compartment AirFilter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Climate Control Systems
The heating, cooling, defrosting, and ventilation for the vehicle can be
controlled with this system.
1. Temperature Control
2. Air Delivery Modes
3. Fan Control
4. Defrost
5. Rear Window Defogger
6. Air Conditioning
7. Recirculation
The following are climate control
settings that use more fuel: .
Defrost mode
. Extreme temperature settings
. High fan speed settings
To help reduce fuel usage:
. Select a temperature setting that
is higher in hot weather and
lower in cold weather.
. Turn off the air conditioning
when it is not needed.

Buick Encore Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-13710474) -
2020 - CRC - 10/7/19
132 Climate Controls
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with
this system.
1. Driver and Passenger HeatedSeats (If Equipped)
2. Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls
3. Air Delivery Modes
4. AUTO (Automatic Operation)
5. Defrost
6. Rear Window Defogger
7. Fan Controls
8. Air Conditioning 9. Recirculation
10. Heated Steering Wheel (If Equipped)
The following are climate control
settings that use more fuel:
. Defrost mode
. Extreme temperature settings
. High fan speed settings To help reduce fuel usage:
.
Use the full automatic control as
described under “Automatic
Operation” following.
. Select a temperature setting that
is higher in hot weather and
lower in cold weather.
. Turn off the air conditioning
when it is not needed.
. Only use defrost to clear the
windows.
Automatic Operation
The system automatically controls
the fan speed, air delivery, air
conditioning, and recirculation in
order to heat or cool the vehicle to
the desired temperature.
When AUTO is lit, all four functions
operate automatically. Each function
can also be manually set and the
selected setting is displayed.
Functions not manually set will
continue to be automatically
controlled, even if the AUTO
indicator is not lit.

Buick Encore Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-13710474) -
2020 - CRC - 10/7/19
158 Driving and Operating
3. Remove the cover on theconsole.
4. Insert and push the key intothe slot. 5. Move the shift lever out of
P (Park). If P (Park) is selected
again after the key is removed
from the slot, the shift lever will
be locked again.
6. Remove the key from the slot.
7. Close the cover.
8. Have the cause of the problem fixed by your dealer.
Parking over Things
That Burn
{Warning
Things that can burn could touch
hot exhaust parts under the
vehicle and ignite. Do not park
over papers, leaves, dry grass,
or other things that can burn.
Extended Parking
It is best not to park with the vehicle
running. If the vehicle is left running,
be sure it will not move and there is
adequate ventilation.
See Shifting Into Park 0156 and
Engine Exhaust 0159.
If the vehicle is left parked and
running with the RKE transmitter
outside the vehicle, it will continue
to run for up to half an hour.
If the vehicle is left parked and
running with the RKE transmitter
inside the vehicle, it will continue to
run for up to an hour.
The vehicle could turn off sooner if it
is parked on a hill, due to lack of
available fuel.
The timer will reset if the vehicle is
taken out of P (Park) while it is
running.

Buick Encore Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-13710474) -
2020 - CRC - 10/7/19
Driving and Operating 159
Engine Exhaust
{Warning
Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide (CO), which cannot be
seen or smelled. Exposure to CO
can cause unconsciousness and
even death.
Exhaust may enter the vehicle if:. The vehicle idles in areas
with poor ventilation
(parking garages, tunnels,
deep snow that may block
underbody airflow or tail
pipes).
. The exhaust smells or
sounds strange or different.
. The exhaust system leaks
due to corrosion or damage.
. The vehicle exhaust system
has been modified,
damaged, or improperly
repaired.
(Continued)
Warning (Continued)
.There are holes or openings
in the vehicle body from
damage or aftermarket
modifications that are not
completely sealed.
If unusual fumes are detected or
if it is suspected that exhaust is
coming into the vehicle: . Drive it only with the
windows completely down.
. Have the vehicle repaired
immediately.
Never park the vehicle with the
engine running in an enclosed
area such as a garage or a
building that has no fresh air
ventilation.
Running the Vehicle
While Parked
It is better not to park with the
engine running.
If the vehicle is left with the engine
running, follow the proper steps to
be sure the vehicle will not move.
See Shifting Into Park 0156 and
Engine Exhaust 0159.

Buick Encore Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-13710474) -
2020 - CRC - 10/7/19
256 Vehicle Care
Body Component Lubrication
Lubricate all key lock cylinders,
hood hinges, liftgate hinges, and the
steel fuel door hinges, unless the
components are plastic. Applying
silicone grease on weatherstrips
with a clean cloth will make them
last longer, seal better, and not stick
or squeak.
Underbody Maintenance
At least twice a year, spring and fall,
use plain water to flush any
corrosive materials from the
underbody. Take care to thoroughly
clean any areas where mud and
other debris can collect.
Do not directly power wash the
transfer case and/or front/rear axle
output seals. High pressure water
can overcome the seals and
contaminate the fluid. Contaminated
fluid will decrease the life of the
transfer case and/or axles and
should be replaced.
Sheet Metal Damage
If the vehicle is damaged and
requires sheet metal repair or
replacement, make sure the body
repair shop applies anti-corrosion
material to parts repaired or
replaced to restore corrosion
protection.
Original manufacturer replacement
parts will provide the corrosion
protection while maintaining the
vehicle warranty.
Finish Damage
Quickly repair minor chips and
scratches with touch-up materials
available from your dealer to avoid
corrosion. Larger areas of finish
damage can be corrected in your
dealer's body and paint shop.
Chemical Paint Spotting
Airborne pollutants can fall upon
and attack painted vehicle surfaces
causing blotchy, ring-shaped
discolorations, and small, irregular
dark spots etched into the paint
surface. See“Finish Care”
previously in this section.
Interior Care
To prevent dirt particle abrasions,
regularly clean the vehicle's interior.
Immediately remove any soils.
Newspapers or dark garments can
transfer color to the vehicle’s
interior.
Use a soft bristle brush to remove
dust from knobs and crevices on the
instrument cluster. Using a mild
soap solution, immediately remove
hand lotions, sunscreen, and insect
repellent from all interior surfaces or
permanent damage may result.
Use cleaners specifically designed
for the surfaces being cleaned to
prevent permanent damage. Apply
all cleaners directly to the cleaning
cloth. Do not spray cleaners on any
switches or controls. Remove
cleaners quickly.
Before using cleaners, read and
follow all safety instructions on the
label. While cleaning the interior,
open the doors and windows to get
proper ventilation.

Buick Encore Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-13710474) -
2020 - CRC - 10/7/19
Index 311
T
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
TaillampsBulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . 282
Theft-Deterrent Systems . . . . . . . . . 21
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220 All-Season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Compact Spare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244
Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Pressure Monitor Operation . . 229
Pressure Monitor System . . . . . 228
Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
Terminology and Definitions . . 224
Uniform Tire Quality
Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236 Tires (cont'd)
Wheel Alignment and Tire
Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 238
When It Is Time for New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
Top Tier Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Towing General Information . . . . . . . . . . 184
Recreational Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 249
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
Traction Control System(TCS)/StabiliTrak Light . . . . . . 107
Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Transmission Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Fluid, Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Transportation Program, Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Turn and Lane-Change Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Turn Signal Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
U
Underseat Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . 236
Universal Remote System . . . . . . 119Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
V
Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Canadian Owners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Identification Number (VIN) . . . 275
Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
Personalization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Speed Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . . 106
Vehicle Care Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
Ventilation, Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135