flat tire BUICK ENVISION 2019 Owner's Guide

Buick Envision Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-
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308 Vehicle Care
If equipped with a tow eye, only use
the tow eye to pull the vehicle onto
a flatbed car carrier from a flat road
surface. Do not use the tow eye to
pull the vehicle from snow, mud,
or sand.
The tow eye is underneath the load
floor, near the spare tire or the
compressor kit, if equipped.
Caution
Improper use of the tow eye can
cause vehicle damage. Use
caution and low speeds to
prevent damage to the vehicle.Front Tow Eye
Carefully open the cover by using
the small notch that conceals the
front tow eye socket.
Install the tow eye into the socket
and turn it until it is fully tightened.
When the tow eye is removed,
reinstall the cover with the notch in
the original position.

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Service and Maintenance 323
Maintenance
Schedule
Owner Checks and Services
At Each Fuel Stop
.Check the engine oil level. See
Engine Oil 0250.
Once a Month
. Check the tire inflation
pressures. See Tire Pressure
0 284.
. Inspect the tires for wear. See
Tire Inspection 0291.
. Check the windshield washer
fluid level. See Washer Fluid
0 261.
Engine Oil Change
When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL
SOON message displays, have the
engine oil and filter changed within
the next 1 000 km/600 mi. If driven under the best conditions, the
engine oil life system may not
indicate the need for vehicle service
for up to a year. The engine oil and
filter must be changed at least once
a year and the oil life system must
be reset. Your trained dealer
technician can perform this work.
If the engine oil life system is reset
accidentally, service the vehicle
within 5 000 km/3,000 mi since the
last service. Reset the oil life
system when the oil is changed.
See
Engine Oil Life System 0252.
Air Conditioning Desiccant
(Replace Every Seven Years)
The air conditioning system requires
maintenance every seven years.
This service requires replacement of
the desiccant to help the longevity
and efficient operation of the air
conditioning system. This service
can be complex. See your dealer.
Tire Rotation and Required
Services Every 12 000 km/
7,500 mi
Rotate the tires, if recommended for
the vehicle, and perform the
following services. See Tire
Rotation 0291.
. Check engine oil level and oil
life percentage. If needed,
change engine oil and filter, and
reset oil life system. See Engine
Oil 0250 andEngine Oil Life
System 0252.
. Check engine coolant level. See
Cooling System 0256.
. Check windshield washer fluid
level. See Washer Fluid 0261.
. Check tire inflation pressures.
See Tire Pressure 0284.
. Inspect tire wear. See Tire
Inspection 0291.

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330 Service and Maintenance
.Instrument cluster lights may
come on to indicate that fluids
may be low and need to be
filled.
Hoses
Hoses transport fluids and should
be regularly inspected to ensure
that there are no cracks or leaks.
With a multi-point inspection, your
dealer can inspect the hoses and
advise if replacement is needed.
Lamps
Properly working headlamps,
taillamps, and brake lamps are
important to see and be seen on
the road.
. Signs that the headlamps need
attention include dimming, failure
to light, cracking, or damage.
The brake lamps need to be
checked periodically to ensure
that they light when braking. .
With a multi-point inspection,
your dealer can check the lamps
and note any concerns.
Shocks and Struts
Shocks and struts help aid in control
for a smoother ride.
. Signs of wear may include
steering wheel vibration, bounce/
sway while braking, longer
stopping distance, or uneven
tire wear.
. As part of the multi-point
inspection, trained dealer
technicians can visually inspect
the shocks and struts for signs
of leaking, blown seals,
or damage, and can advise
when service is needed. Tires
Tires need to be properly inflated,
rotated, and balanced. Maintaining
the tires can save money and fuel,
and can reduce the risk of tire
failure.
.
Signs that the tires need to be
replaced include three or more
visible treadwear indicators; cord
or fabric showing through the
rubber; cracks or cuts in the
tread or sidewall; or a bulge or
split in the tire.
. Trained dealer technicians can
inspect and recommend the right
tires. Your dealer can also
provide tire/wheel balancing
services to ensure smooth
vehicle operation at all speeds.
Your dealer sells and services
name brand tires.

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344 Customer Information
Roadside Assistance is not a part of
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
General Motors North America and
Buick reserve the right to make any
changes or discontinue the
Roadside Assistance program at
any time without notification.
General Motors North America and
Buick reserve the right to limit
services or payment to an owner or
driver if they decide the claims are
made too often, or the same type of
claim is made many times.
Services Provided
.Emergency Fuel Delivery:
Delivery of enough fuel for the
vehicle to get to the nearest
service station.
. Lock-Out Service: Service to
unlock the vehicle if you are
locked out. A remote unlock may
be available if you have OnStar.
For security reasons, the driver
must present identification
before this service is given. .
Emergency Tow from a Public
Road or Highway: Tow to the
nearest Buick dealer for
warranty service, or if the vehicle
was in a crash and cannot be
driven. Assistance is not given
when the vehicle is stuck in
sand, mud, or snow.
. Flat Tire Change: Service to
change a flat tire with the spare
tire. The spare tire, if equipped,
must be in good condition and
properly inflated. It is the owner's
responsibility for the repair or
replacement of the tire if it is not
covered by the warranty.
. Battery Jump Start: Service to
jump start a dead battery.
. Trip Interruption Benefits and
Assistance: If your trip is
interrupted due to a warranty
event, incidental expenses may
be reimbursed within the
Powertrain warranty period.
Items considered are reasonable
and customary hotel, meals,
rental car, or a vehicle being
delivered back to the customer,
up to 500 miles.
Services Not Included in
Roadside Assistance
. Impound towing caused by
violation of any laws.
. Legal fines.
. Mounting, dismounting,
or changing of snow tires,
chains, or other traction devices.
Service is not provided if a vehicle
is in an area that is not accessible
to the service vehicle or is not a
regularly traveled or maintained
public road, which includes ice and
winter roads. Off-road use is not
covered.
Services Specific to
Canadian-Purchased Vehicles
. Fuel Delivery: Reimbursement
is up to 7 liters. Diesel fuel
delivery may be restricted.
Propane and other fuels are not
provided through this service.
. Lock-Out Service: Vehicle
registration is required.

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354 OnStar
Press=to:
. Open the OnStar app on the
infotainment display. See the
infotainment manual for
information on how to use the
OnStar app.
Or
. Make a call, end a call,
or answer an incoming call.
. Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling
voice commands.
. Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn
Navigation voice commands.
. Obtain and customize the Wi-Fi
hotspot name or SSID and
password, if equipped. PressQto connect to an
Advisor to:
. Verify account information or
update contact information.
. Get driving directions.
. Receive a Diagnostic check of
the vehicle's key operating
systems.
. Receive Roadside Assistance.
. Manage Wi-Fi Settings,
if equipped.
Press
>to get a priority connection
to an OnStar Advisor available
24/7 to:
. Get help for an emergency.
. Be a Good Samaritan or
respond to an AMBER Alert.
. Get assistance in severe
weather or other crisis situations
and find evacuation routes.
OnStar Services
Emergency
Emergency Services require an
active safety and security plan. With
Automatic Crash Response, built-in
sensors can automatically alert a
specially trained OnStar Advisor
who is immediately connected in to
the vehicle to help.
Press
>for a priority connection to
an OnStar Advisor who can contact
emergency service providers, direct
them to your exact location, and
relay important information.
With OnStar Crisis Assist, specially
trained Advisors are available
24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to
provide a central point of contact,
assistance, and information during a
crisis.
With Roadside Assistance, Advisors
can locate a nearby service provider
to help with a flat tire, a battery
jump, or an empty gas tank.

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Index 365
IndexA
About Driving the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . 2
Accessories andModifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
Accessory Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Adaptive Cruise Control . . . . . . . . 208
Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . 242
Additional Information
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355
Additional Maintenance
and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329
Adjustments Lumbar, Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Thigh Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine . . . . . . . 254
Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . 169, 172
Air Filter, Passenger Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Airbag System
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
How Does an AirbagRestrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Passenger Sensing System . . . . 80
What Makes an Airbag
Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Airbag System (cont'd)
When Should an Airbag
Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . . 75
Airbags Adding Equipment to theVehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Passenger Status Indicator . . . 130
Readiness Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Servicing Airbag-Equipped Vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Alarm Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Alert Lane Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226
Side Blind Zone (SBZA) . . . . . . 226
All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . 200, 264
Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . 200
Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Appearance Care Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312
Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316
Armrest Rear Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Assistance Program, Roadside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343

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368 Index
Driving (cont'd)Defensive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
Drunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
For Better Fuel Economy . . . . . . . 25
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . 182
If the Vehicle is Stuck . . . . . . . . . 184
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . 180
Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Wet Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
Driving the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Dual Automatic Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
E
Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . 201
Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . 134
Electrical Equipment,Add-On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
Electrical System Engine Compartment FuseBlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 271
Instrument Panel Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274
Overload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270 Electrical System (cont'd)
Rear Compartment Fuse
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
Emergency
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
Check Light (MalfunctionIndicator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Compartment Overview . . . . . . . 247
Coolant Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Coolant Temperature Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256
Drive Belt Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . 338
Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252
Oil Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259
Power Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Running While Parked . . . . . . . . 197
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
Engine Oil Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . . . . 127
Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Equipment, Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240 Event Data Recorders . . . . . . . . . . 351
Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Extended Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Extender, Seat Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . . 160
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder . . . 162
Exterior Lighting Battery
Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
F
FeaturesMemory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Filter, Engine Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . 254
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Flashers, Hazard Warning . . . . . . 163
Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297 Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299
Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320
Fluid Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 253
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Forward Automatic Braking . . . . . 224
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222

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374 Index
Steering (cont'd)Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
Stop/Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
Storage
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Storage Areas Cargo Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Cargo ManagementSystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Center Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Convenience Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
Sunglasses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . . 105
Struts Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267
Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Summer Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Sunglass Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
System Forward CollisionAlert (FCA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222 System (cont'd)
Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168, 352
Roof Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
Systems
Driver Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
T
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . 342
Theft-Deterrent Systems . . . . . . . . . 46Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Thigh Support Adjustment . . . . . . . 57
Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277 All-Season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293
Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297
Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299
Compact Spare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304
Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281
Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294
If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . 297
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Pressure Monitor Operation . . 287
Pressure Monitor System . . . . . 286
Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291 Tires (cont'd)
Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279
Terminology and Definitions . . 282
Uniform Tire Quality
Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296
Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 296
When It Is Time for New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292
Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
Top Tier Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
Towing Driving Characteristics . . . . . . . . 234
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 234
Recreational Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 309
Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 307
Traction Control System(TCS)/StabiliTrak Light . . . . . . 137
Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238