2k15_buick_enclave_23121147B.ai (Modern Bridge - Level 2 / #23321109) Spine = Printer Adjust Color = Black Date = 08/22/14 Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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In Brief ...... 1-1 Storage ...... 4-1 Settings ...... 7-24 Instrument Panel ...... 1-2 Storage Compartments ...... 4-1 Trademarks and License Initial Drive Information ...... 1-4 Additional Storage Features . . . 4-3 Agreements ...... 7-26 Vehicle Features ...... 1-14 Roof Rack System ...... 4-5 Performance and Climate Controls ...... 8-1 Maintenance ...... 1-21 Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1 Climate Control Systems ...... 8-1 Controls ...... 5-2 Air Vents ...... 8-8 Keys, Doors, and Warning Lights, Gauges, and Maintenance ...... 8-9 Windows ...... 2-1 Indicators ...... 5-9 Keys and Locks ...... 2-1 Information Displays ...... 5-23 Driving and Operating ...... 9-1 Doors ...... 2-8 Vehicle Messages ...... 5-29 Driving Information ...... 9-2 Vehicle Security...... 2-11 Vehicle Personalization ...... 5-38 Starting and Operating ...... 9-14 Exterior Mirrors ...... 2-14 Universal Remote System . . . . 5-45 Engine Exhaust ...... 9-21 Interior Mirrors ...... 2-16 Automatic Transmission ...... 9-22 Windows ...... 2-16 Lighting ...... 6-1 Drive Systems ...... 9-26 Roof ...... 2-19 Exterior Lighting ...... 6-1 Brakes ...... 9-26 Interior Lighting ...... 6-4 Ride Control Systems ...... 9-28 Seats and Restraints ...... 3-1 Lighting Features ...... 6-6 Cruise Control ...... 9-30 Head Restraints ...... 3-2 Driver Assistance Systems . . . 9-33 Front Seats ...... 3-3 Infotainment System ...... 7-1 Fuel ...... 9-42 Rear Seats ...... 3-8 Introduction ...... 7-1 Trailer Towing...... 9-46 Safety Belts ...... 3-13 Radio ...... 7-6 Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-53 Airbag System ...... 3-21 Audio Players ...... 7-11 Child Restraints ...... 3-35 Rear Seat Infotainment ...... 7-15 Phone ...... 7-17 Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Vehicle Care ...... 10-1 Technical Data ...... 12-1 General Information ...... 10-2 Vehicle Identification ...... 12-1 Vehicle Checks ...... 10-3 Vehicle Data ...... 12-2 Headlamp Aiming ...... 10-25 Bulb Replacement ...... 10-26 Customer Information ...... 13-1 Electrical System ...... 10-27 Customer Information ...... 13-1 Wheels and Tires ...... 10-35 Reporting Safety Defects . . . . 13-12 Jump Starting ...... 10-66 Vehicle Data Recording and Towing the Vehicle ...... 10-70 Privacy...... 13-14 Appearance Care ...... 10-73 OnStar ...... 14-1 Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1 OnStar Overview...... 14-1 General Information ...... 11-1 OnStar Services ...... 14-2 Maintenance Schedule ...... 11-3 OnStar Additional Special Application Information ...... 14-6 Services ...... 11-8 Index ...... i-1 Additional Maintenance and Care ...... 11-8 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts ...... 11-12 Maintenance Records ...... 11-14 Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Introduction iii
This manual describes features that Canadian Vehicle Owners may or may not be on the vehicle because of optional equipment that Propriétaires Canadiens was not purchased on the vehicle, A French language manual can be model variants, country obtained from your dealer, at specifications, features/applications www.helminc.com, or from: that may not be available in your The names, logos, emblems, region, or changes subsequent to On peut obtenir un exemplaire de slogans, vehicle model names, and the printing of this owner manual. ce guide en français auprès du vehicle body designs appearing in concessionnaire ou à l'adresse this manual including, but not limited Refer to the purchase savant: to, GM, the GM logo, BUICK, the documentation relating to your BUICK Emblem, and ENCLAVE are specific vehicle to confirm the Helm, Incorporated trademarks and/or service marks of features. Attention: Customer Service General Motors LLC, its 47911 Halyard Drive Keep this manual in the vehicle for Plymouth, MI 48170 subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors. quick reference. For vehicles first sold in Canada, Using this Manual substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Buick To quickly locate information about Motor Division wherever it appears the vehicle, use the Index in the in this manual. back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found.
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iv Introduction
Danger, Warnings, and Vehicle Symbol Chart Cautions Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle Warning messages found on vehicle and what they mean. For more labels and in this manual describe information on the symbol, refer to hazards and what to do to avoid or the Index. reduce them. A circle with a slash through it is a : Airbag Readiness Light safety symbol which means “Do 9 { Danger Not,”“Do not do this,” or “Do not let ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) this happen.” Danger indicates a hazard with a % : Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar® (if equipped) high level of risk which will result Symbols in serious injury or death. $ : Brake System Warning Light The vehicle has components and " labels that use symbols instead of : Charging System text. Symbols are shown along with I : Cruise Control { Warning the text describing the operation or B : Engine Coolant Temperature information relating to a specific Warning indicates a hazard that component, control, message, O : Exterior Lamps could result in injury or death. gauge, or indicator. # : Fog Lamps M : This symbol is shown when . : Fuel Gauge you need to see your owner manual + : Fuses { Caution for additional instructions or information. 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Caution indicates a hazard that * : This symbol is shown when Changer could result in property or vehicle you need to see a service manual j : LATCH System Child damage. for additional instructions or Restraints information. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Introduction v
* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure g : Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors } : Power / : Remote Vehicle Start > : Safety Belt Reminders 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor _ : Tow/Haul Mode t : Traction Control/StabiliTrak® M : Windshield Washer Fluid Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
vi Introduction
2 NOTES Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
In Brief 1-1
In Brief Passenger Sensing System . . . 1-9 Side Blind Zone Mirror Adjustment ...... 1-10 Alert (SBZA) ...... 1-19 Steering Wheel Rear Vision Instrument Panel Adjustment ...... 1-10 Camera (RVC) ...... 1-19 Instrument Panel ...... 1-2 Interior Lighting ...... 1-11 Rear Cross Traffic Alert Exterior Lighting ...... 1-12 (RCTA) System ...... 1-19 Initial Drive Information Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . 1-12 Parking Assist ...... 1-19 Initial Drive Information ...... 1-4 Climate Controls ...... 1-13 Power Outlets ...... 1-19 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Transmission ...... 1-14 Universal Remote System . . . 1-20 System ...... 1-4 Sunroof ...... 1-20 Remote Vehicle Start ...... 1-4 Vehicle Features Door Locks ...... 1-5 Infotainment System ...... 1-14 Performance and Maintenance Liftgate ...... 1-5 Radio(s) ...... 1-15 Traction Control/Electronic Windows ...... 1-6 Satellite Radio ...... 1-16 Stability Control ...... 1-21 Seat Adjustment ...... 1-6 Portable Audio Devices ...... 1-17 Tire Pressure Monitor ...... 1-21 Memory Features ...... 1-7 Bluetooth® ...... 1-17 Engine Oil Life System ...... 1-21 Second Row Seats ...... 1-7 Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . 1-17 Driving for Better Fuel Third Row Seats ...... 1-7 Cruise Control ...... 1-18 Economy ...... 1-22 Heated and Cooled Front Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Roadside Assistance Seats ...... 1-8 System ...... 1-18 Program ...... 1-22 Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 1-9 Lane Departure OnStar® ...... 1-22 Safety Belts ...... 1-9 Warning (LDW) ...... 1-19 Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
1-2 In Brief
Instrument Panel Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
In Brief 1-3
1. Air Vents on page 8-8. 12. Cruise Control on page 9-30. Forward Collision Alert (FCA) 2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and 13. Steering Wheel Adjustment on System on page 9-33 (If Lane-Change Signals on page 5-2. Equipped). page 6-4. 14. Horn on page 5-3. Lane Departure Warning Windshield Wiper/Washer on (LDW) on page 9-40 (If 15. Steering Wheel Controls on Equipped). page 5-3. page 5-3 (If Equipped). 3. Instrument Cluster on page 5-10. Tow/Haul Button (If Equipped). 16. Driver Information Center (DIC) See Tow/Haul Mode on 4. Clock on page 5-6. Buttons. See Driver Information page 9-25. Center (DIC) on page 5-23. 5. Instrument Panel Storage on Power Liftgate Button (If page 4-1. 17. Dual Automatic Climate Control Equipped). See Liftgate on 6. Infotainment on page 7-1. System on page 8-1. page 2-8. 7. Exterior Lamp Controls on 18. Shift Lever. See Shifting Into 22. Heated and Cooled Front page 6-1. Park on page 9-19. Seats on page 3-7 (If Equipped). 8. Hood Release. See Hood on 19. USB Port. See Auxiliary page 10-4. Devices on page 7-14. 23. Hazard Warning Flashers on page 6-3. 9. Parking Brake on page 9-27. 20. Power Outlets on page 5-7. 24. Passenger Airbag Status 10. Data Link Connector (DLC) 21. Rear Window Wiper/Washer on page 5-4. Indicator. See Passenger (Out of View). See Malfunction Sensing System on page 3-28. Indicator Lamp on page 5-15. Traction Control System (TCS) 11. Dome Lamp Override. See Disable Button. See Traction Dome Lamps on page 6-5. Control/Electronic Stability Control on page 9-28. Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6-4. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
1-4 In Brief
Initial Drive Press L and hold for more than two seconds to sound the panic Information alarm. This section provides a brief Press again to cancel the panic overview about some of the L important features that may or may alarm. not be on your specific vehicle. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-2. For more detailed information, refer to each of the features which can be found later in this owner manual. Remote Vehicle Start Starting the Vehicle Remote Keyless Entry K (RKE) System Press to unlock the driver door. With this feature the engine can be Press K again within five seconds started from outside of the vehicle. The RKE transmitter is used to to unlock all remaining doors. 1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the remotely lock and unlock the doors vehicle. from up to 60 m (195 ft) away from Press Q to lock all doors. the vehicle. 2. Press and release . Lock and unlock feedback can be Q personalized. 3. Immediately after completing To open or close the liftgate, press Step 2, press and hold / until and hold 8 until the liftgate the parking lamps flash. begins to move. When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn on and remain on as Press L and release to locate the long as the engine is running. The vehicle. doors will be locked and the climate control system may come on. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
In Brief 1-5
The engine will continue to run for . From the outside, turn the key Liftgate 10 minutes. After 30 seconds, toward the front or rear of the repeat the steps if a 10-minute vehicle, or press Q or K on the To open the liftgate the vehicle must extension is desired. Remote start Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) be in P (Park) and the battery must can be extended only once. transmitter. be charged. Press the touch pad under the liftgate handle and pull Canceling a Remote Start Power Door Locks up. To close the liftgate, use the pull To cancel a remote start: cup as an aid. . Aim the RKE transmitter at the Power Liftgate vehicle and press and hold / If equipped with a power liftgate, the until the parking lamps turn off. vehicle must be in P (Park) to operate it. . Turn on the hazard warning flashers. . Press and hold 8 on the . Turn the ignition switch on and Remote Keyless Entry then off. (RKE) transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2-4. Door Locks K : Press to unlock the doors. To lock or unlock a door manually: Q : Press to lock the doors. . From the inside, use the door lock knob on the window sill. See Power Door Locks on page 2-6. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
1-6 In Brief
Windows Seat Adjustment Power Seats
. Press O. . Press the touch pad switch on Uplevel Shown, Base Similar the outside liftgate handle. Press the switch to lower the See Liftgate on page 2-8. window. Pull the switch up to 1. Seat Adjustment Control raise it. 2. Reclining Seatback Control For more information, see Power 3. Lumbar Adjustment Control Windows on page 2-17. To adjust the seat: . Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control (1) forward or rearward. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
In Brief 1-7
. Raise or lower the front part of Memory Features Second Row Seats the seat cushion by moving the front of the control (1) up or down. . Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the rear of the control (1) up or down. See Power Seat Adjustment on page 3-3. . Adjust the seatback by tilting the top of the control (2) forward or rearward. See Reclining Seatbacks on page 3-4. If available, the controls on the The second row seat can be folded . Increase or decrease lumbar driver door are used to program and to access the third row. Pull the support by pressing the front or recall memory settings for the driver sliding seat lever forward; the seat rear of the control (3). seat, outside mirrors, and power cushion folds, and the seat slides See Lumbar Adjustment on steering column, if available. forward. page 3-4. See Memory Seats on page 3-5 and See Rear Seats on page 3-8. Vehicle Personalization on page 5-38. Third Row Seats The third row seatbacks can be folded forward, and the seats can be removed. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
1-8 In Brief
To fold the third row seatback: Heated and Cooled Front 1. Remove anything on or under Seats the seat.
Heated and Cooled Seat Buttons 3. Pull up on the release lever on Shown, Heated Seat Buttons the back of the seat. Similar 4. Push the seatback forward to If equipped, the buttons are on the lay flat. 2. Disconnect the rear safety belt center stack. To operate, the engine mini-latch using a key in the slot See Third Row Seats on page 3-10. must be running. on the mini-buckle, and let the I : If equipped, press to heat the belt retract into the headliner. seatback only. Stow the mini-latch in the holder H in the headliner. : If equipped, press to cool the entire seat. J : Press to heat the seat and seatback. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (9,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
In Brief 1-9
Press the button once for the Safety Belts Passenger Sensing highest setting. With each press of the button, the seat will change to System the next lower setting, and then to the off setting. The lights indicate three for the highest setting and one for the lowest. See Heated and Cooled Front Seats on page 3-7. United States Head Restraint Adjustment Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and Refer to the following sections for adjusted properly. important information on how to use To achieve a comfortable seating safety belts properly: Canada and Mexico position, change the seatback . Safety Belts on page 3-13. recline angle as little as necessary The passenger sensing system will while keeping the seat and the head . How to Wear Safety Belts turn off the front outboard restraint height in the proper Properly on page 3-14. passenger frontal airbag under position. certain conditions. No other airbag . Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3-15. is affected by the passenger See Head Restraints on page 3-2 . Lower Anchors and Tethers for sensing system. See Passenger and Power Seat Adjustment on Children (LATCH System) on Sensing System on page 3-28 page 3-3. page 3-43. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (10,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
1-10 In Brief
The passenger airbag status 3. Press (1) or (2) again to deselect Steering Wheel indicator will light on the instrument the mirror. panel when the vehicle is started. Adjustment See Passenger Airbag Status Folding Mirrors Indicator on page 5-14. For vehicles with power folding mirrors: Mirror Adjustment 1. Press (3) to fold the mirrors out Exterior Mirrors to the driving position. 2. Press (4) to fold the mirrors in to the folded position. For vehicles with manual folding mirrors, push the mirror toward the vehicle. Pull the mirror out to return to its original position. Interior Mirror 1. Pull the lever down. Adjustment 2. Move the steering wheel up or down. Adjust the rearview mirror to clearly view the area behind the vehicle. 3. Pull or push the steering wheel closer or away from you. The mirror will automatically reduce To adjust each mirror: the glare from the headlamps from 4. Push the lever up to lock the behind. The dimming feature comes steering wheel in place. 1. Press (1) or (2) to select the on when the vehicle is started. See mirror. Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 2. Press the control pad to adjust on page 2-16. the mirror. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (11,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
In Brief 1-11
Power Tilt Wheel Do not adjust the steering wheel The dome lamp override button is while driving. next to the exterior lamps control. E DOME OFF: Press the button Interior Lighting and the dome lamps remain off Dome Lamps when a door is opened. An indicator light on the button comes on to The dome lamps are in the show that the dome lamps are off. overhead console and above the Press the button again so the dome rear seat passengers. lamps come on when a door is The dome lamps come on when a opened. door is opened, unless the dome lamp override button is pressed in. To manually turn them on, turn the instrument panel brightness control For vehicles with the power tilt and clockwise to the farthest position. telescopic wheel, the control is on the outboard side of the steering Dome Lamp Override column. Push the control up or down to tilt the steering wheel up or down. Push the control forward or AMBIENT OFF (If Equipped): rearward to move the steering wheel Press the button to turn the ambient toward the front or rear of the lights off. Press the button again to vehicle. To set the memory position, turn ambient lights on. see Vehicle Personalization on page 5-38. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (12,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
1-12 In Brief
Reading Lamps AUTO: Turns the headlamps on Turn the band with the wiper symbol Press the button near each lamp to automatically at normal brightness, to control the windshield wipers. turn them on or off. together with the other exterior lamps and instrument panel lights. For more information, see: ; : Turns on the parking lamps . Dome Lamps on page 6-5. including all lamps, except the . Instrument Panel Illumination headlamps. Control on page 6-4. 5 : Turns on the headlamps together with the parking lamps and Exterior Lighting instrument panel lights. A warning 8 : Use for a single wiping cycle. chime sounds if the driver door is opened when the ignition switch is OFF: Use to turn the wipers off. off and the headlamps are on. 6 : Delays wiping cycle. Turn the See: band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes. . Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6-1 LO: Slow wipes. . Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)/ HI: Fast wipes. Automatic Headlamp System on Windshield Washer page 6-2 The exterior lamp control is on the J FRONT: Press the button at the instrument panel, to the left of the Windshield Wiper/Washer end of the lever to spray washer steering wheel. fluid on the windshield. The windshield wiper/washer lever O : Briefly turn to this position to is located on the left side of the turn the automatic light control off or steering column. on again. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (13,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
In Brief 1-13
Rear Window Wiper/Washer Climate Controls The rear wiper and rear wash button is on the center stack below the climate control system. Z : Press to turn the rear wiper on and off. The wiper speed cannot be changed. Y : Press to spray washer fluid on the rear window. The window wiper will also come on. See Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5-3 and Rear Window Wiper/ Washer on page 5-4. 1. Driver and Passenger Side 9. Recirculation Temperature Controls 10. A/C (Air Conditioning) 2. Air Delivery Mode Controls See Dual Automatic Climate Control 3. SYNC (Synchronized System on page 8-1. For more Temperature) information about the rear climate 4. AUTO (Automatic Operation) control, see Rear Climate Control System on page 8-6 or Rear 5. REAR (Rear Climate Control) Climate Control System (with Rear 6. Defrost Seat Audio) on page 8-7. 7. Rear Window Defogger 8. Fan Control Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (14,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
1-14 In Brief
Transmission To use this feature: Vehicle Features Electronic Range Select 1. Move the shift lever to L (Low). (ERS) Mode 2. Press the plus/minus button on Infotainment System the shift lever, to increase or ERS mode allows you to choose the If the vehicle has a base radio it is decrease the gear range included in this manual. See the top-gear limit of the transmission available. and the vehicle's speed while separate infotainment manual for driving downhill or towing a trailer. See Manual Mode on page 9-24. information on the connected radios, The vehicle has an electronic shift audio players, phone, navigation position indicator within the system, and voice or speech instrument cluster. When using the recognition. There is also ERS mode a number will display information on settings and next to the L, indicating the current downloadable applications (if gear that has been selected. equipped). Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (15,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
In Brief 1-15
Radio(s) D : Press to go to the Home Page. See “Home Page” in Operation on page 7-3. SRCE: Press to switch between AM, FM, CD, and if equipped, SiriusXM®, front auxiliary, rear auxiliary, and iPod/USB. Press and hold to mute/pause the system. FAV: Press to display the favorite list or add a favorite. See Operation on page 7-3. © SEEK or SEEK ¨ : Seek or scan stations and tracks. See Operation on page 7-3. / BACK: Press to return to the previous screen in a menu. Storing Radio Station Presets PUSH /O : Press to turn the AUX Port: 3.5 mm (1/8 in) system on and off. Turn to adjust connection for external audio Up to 30 preset stations can be the volume. devices. stored. AM, FM, and SiriusXM (if equipped) can be mixed. Z : Press to eject a disc from the PUSH/SEL: Turn to manually find a CD player. See CD Player on station or highlight a menu 1. From the AM, FM, or SiriusXM page 7-11. selection. Press to select a main page, press and hold highlighted selection. any 1−5 buttons or one of the preset screen buttons at the Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (16,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
1-16 In Brief
bottom of the screen. After a few . Press the Back or Cancel screen Setting the Analog Clock seconds, a beep is heard and button to cancel the The analog clock is on the the new preset information adjustments. instrument panel above the radio. displays on that screen button. Set Date: The clock is not connected with any 2. Repeat for each preset. . Press the up or down arrows to other vehicle system and runs by See AM-FM Radio on page 7-6. increase or decrease the Month, itself. To adjust the time: Day, and Year settings. 1. Press and hold the button Setting the Clock . Press and hold to quickly directly above the clock to Press Settings on the Home Page, increase or decrease the date advance the clock hands. then press the Set Time or Set Date settings. Holding the button down causes settings screen button to display the the clock to advance faster. . Press OK to save the different options for setting the time adjustments. 2. Press and release the button to and date. increase the time by one minute . Press the Back or Cancel screen Set Time: increments. button to cancel the . Press the up or down arrows to adjustments. change the Hours, Minutes, AM, Satellite Radio PM, or the 24 hour setting on the If equipped, vehicles with a clock. SiriusXM® satellite radio tuner and a . Press and hold to quickly valid SiriusXM satellite radio increase or decrease the time subscription can receive SiriusXM settings. programming. . Press OK to save the adjustments. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (17,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
In Brief 1-17
SiriusXM Satellite Radio auxiliary port using a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) Steering Wheel Controls Service input jack or the USB port depending on the audio system. SiriusXM is a satellite radio service based in the 48 contiguous United If equipped, there are two USB States and 10 Canadian provinces. ports on the rear of the center SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide console that can be used for variety of programming and charging only. They can charge commercial-free music, coast to devices that draw 2.1 amps or less. coast, and in digital-quality sound. See the device’s owner manual for A fee is required to receive the the specification. SiriusXM service. See Auxiliary Devices on page 7-14. Refer to: Bluetooth® . www.siriusxm.com or call 1-866-635-2349 (U.S.). The Bluetooth® system allows users with a Bluetooth-enabled mobile . www.xmradio.ca or call w or c /x : Press to change 1-877-209-0079 (Canada). phone to make and receive favorite radio stations, select tracks hands-free calls using the vehicle on a CD, or navigate tracks or See Satellite Radio on page 7-9. audio system and controls. folders on an iPod or USB device. Portable Audio Devices The Bluetooth-enabled mobile b /g : Press to interact with phone must be paired with the Bluetooth and OnStar®, if equipped. The vehicle has a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) in-vehicle Bluetooth system before it / : Press to reject an auxiliary input jack on the faceplate can be used in the vehicle. Not all c x incoming call, or end a current call. and a USB port in the center stack. phones will support all functions. External devices such as iPods, See Bluetooth on page 7-17. laptop computers, MP3 players, CD changers, USB storage devices, etc. can be connected to the Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (18,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
1-18 In Brief
SRCE: Press to switch between Cruise Control SET–: Press briefly to set the AM, FM, CD, and if equipped, speed and activate cruise control. SiriusXM®, front auxiliary, rear If cruise control is already active, auxiliary, and iPod/USB. use to decrease vehicle speed. Press and hold to mute/pause the [ : Press to disengage cruise system. control without erasing the set ¨ : Press to seek the next radio speed from memory. station, track, or chapter while See Cruise Control on page 9-30. sourced to the CD slot, or to select tracks and folders on an iPod or Forward Collision Alert USB device. (FCA) System e e + or − : Press to increase or to If equipped, FCA may help avoid or decrease the volume. reduce the harm caused by See Steering Wheel Controls on front-end crashes. FCA provides a page 5-3. T : Press to turn cruise control on green indicator, V, when a vehicle or off. The indicator light on the is detected ahead. This indicator button comes on when the cruise displays amber if you follow a control is on. vehicle much too closely. When +RES: If there is a set speed in approaching a vehicle ahead too memory, press briefly to resume to quickly, FCA provides a red flashing that speed or press and hold to alert on the windshield and rapidly accelerate. If cruise control is beeps. already active, use to increase See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) vehicle speed. System on page 9-33. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (19,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
In Brief 1-19
Lane Departure See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) Parking Assist on page 9-36. Warning (LDW) If equipped, this system uses If equipped, LDW may help avoid Rear Vision sensors on the rear bumper to assist with parking and avoiding unintentional lane departures at Camera (RVC) speeds of 56 km/h (35 mph) or objects while in R (Reverse). greater. LDW uses a camera sensor If equipped, RVC displays a view of It operates at speeds less than to detect the lane markings. The the area behind the vehicle, on the 8 km/h (5 mph). Rear Parking Assist (RPA) uses audible beeps to LDW light, @, is green if a lane center stack display, when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). provide distance and system marking is detected. If the vehicle information. departs the lane, the light will See Rear Vision Camera (RVC) on change to amber and flash. In page 9-38. Keep the sensors on the vehicle's addition, beeps will sound. rear bumper clean to ensure proper operation. See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Rear Cross Traffic Alert on page 9-40. (RCTA) System See Parking Assist on page 9-35. If equipped, the RCTA system uses Power Outlets Side Blind Zone a triangle with an arrow displayed Alert (SBZA) on the RVC screen to warn of traffic The vehicle has 12-volt accessory power outlets, which can be used to If equipped, SBZA will detect behind your vehicle that may cross plug in electrical equipment, such as vehicles in the next lane over in the your vehicle's path while in a cell phone or MP3 player. vehicle's side blind zone area. R (Reverse). In addition, beeps will When this happens, the SBZA sound. The power outlets are located: display will light up in the See “Rear Cross Traffic Alert . On the center stack below the corresponding outside side mirror (RCTA)” under Rear Vision Camera climate controls. and will flash if the turn signal is on. (RVC) on page 9-38. . Inside the center console. . At the rear of the center console. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (20,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
1-20 In Brief
. In the rear cargo area. active to operate the sunroof and Express-open/Express-close: To use the outlets, remove the power sunshade. See Retained Press and release the rear or front cover. Accessory Power (RAP) on of the switch to express-open or page 9-19. express-close the sunroof. See Power Outlets on page 5-7. The vehicle may have a sunroof Manual Sunshade Universal Remote System over the front seats and a rear sunroof over the second row seats. The sunshades must be opened The rear sunroof does not open. and closed manually. To open the sunshade, press the button on the sunshade handle to release it and guide it back. To close the sunshade, pull the sunshade forward until it latches. See Sunroof on page 2-19. The Universal Home Remote System allows for garage door openers, security systems, and home automation devices to be programmed to work with these buttons in the vehicle. See Universal Remote System on page 5-45. Vent: Press the front or rear of the Sunroof switch to vent or close the sunroof. The ignition must be in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY, or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) must be Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (21,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
In Brief 1-21
Performance and Tire Pressure Monitor tire pressures are getting low and the tires need to be inflated to the Maintenance This vehicle may have a Tire proper pressure. Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). The TPMS does not replace normal Traction Control/ monthly tire maintenance. Maintain Electronic Stability the correct tire pressures. Control See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 10-44. The vehicle has a traction control system that limits wheel spin, and the StabiliTrak system that assists Engine Oil Life System with directional control of the vehicle The low tire pressure warning light The engine oil life system calculates in difficult driving conditions. Both alerts to a significant loss in engine oil life based on vehicle use systems turn on automatically every pressure of one of the vehicle's and displays the CHANGE ENGINE time the vehicle is started. tires. If the warning light comes on, OIL SOON message when it is time stop as soon as possible and inflate . To turn off traction control and to change the engine oil and filter. the tires to the recommended The oil life system should be reset StabiliTrak, press and release 4 pressure shown on the Tire and to 100% only following an oil on the center stack, and the Loading Information label. See change. appropriate DIC message Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-9. displays. See Ride Control The warning light will remain on until Resetting the Oil Life System System Messages on page 5-35. the tire pressure is corrected. 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN, . Press and release 4 again to The low tire pressure warning light with the engine off. turn on both systems. may come on in cool weather when 2. Press the vehicle information the vehicle is first started, and then See Traction Control/Electronic button until OIL LIFE turn off as the vehicle is driven. This REMAINING displays. Stability Control on page 9-28. may be an early indicator that the Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (22,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
1-22 In Brief
3. Press and hold the set/reset . Always follow posted speed See Roadside Assistance Program button until “100%” is displayed. limits or drive more slowly when on page 13-5. Three chimes sound and the conditions require. ® CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON . Keep vehicle tires properly OnStar message goes off. inflated. This vehicle may be equipped with a 4. Turn the key to LOCK/OFF. . Combine several trips into a comprehensive, in-vehicle system See Engine Oil Life System on single trip. that can connect to a live OnStar page 10-9. . Replace the vehicle's tires with Advisor for Emergency, Security, the same TPC Spec number Navigation, Connection, and Driving for Better Fuel molded into the tire's sidewall Diagnostic Services. OnStar near the size. services may require a paid Economy subscription. See OnStar Overview Driving habits can affect fuel . Follow recommended scheduled on page 14-1. mileage. Here are some driving tips maintenance. to get the best fuel economy possible. Roadside Assistance . Avoid fast starts and accelerate Program smoothly. U.S.: 1-800-252-1112 . Brake gradually and avoid TTY Users (U.S. Only): abrupt stops. 1-888-889-2438 . Avoid idling the engine for long Canada: 1-800-268-6800 periods of time. New Buick owners are automatically . When road and weather enrolled in the Roadside Assistance conditions are appropriate, use Program. cruise control. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-1
Exterior Mirrors Keys and Locks Keys, Doors, and Convex Mirrors ...... 2-14 Windows Power Mirrors ...... 2-14 Folding Mirrors ...... 2-15 Keys Heated Mirrors ...... 2-15 Keys and Locks Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . 2-15 { Warning Keys ...... 2-1 Park Tilt Mirrors ...... 2-15 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Leaving children in a vehicle with Interior Mirrors the ignition key is dangerous and System ...... 2-2 Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . 2-16 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) children or others could be Automatic Dimming Rearview seriously injured or killed. They System Operation ...... 2-2 Mirror ...... 2-16 Remote Vehicle Start ...... 2-4 could operate the power windows Door Locks ...... 2-6 Windows or other controls or make the Power Door Locks ...... 2-6 Windows ...... 2-16 vehicle move. The windows will Delayed Locking ...... 2-7 Power Windows ...... 2-17 function with the keys in the Automatic Door Locks ...... 2-7 Sun Visors ...... 2-18 ignition, and children or others Lockout Protection ...... 2-7 could be caught in the path of a Safety Locks ...... 2-7 Roof closing window. Do not leave Sunroof ...... 2-19 Doors children in a vehicle with the Liftgate ...... 2-8 ignition key. Vehicle Security Vehicle Security ...... 2-11 Vehicle Alarm System ...... 2-11 Immobilizer ...... 2-13 Immobilizer Operation ...... 2-13 Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
2-2 Keys, Doors, and Windows
If equipped, with an active OnStar Remote Keyless Entry subscription, an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle. (RKE) System Operation See “OnStar,” if equipped. The RKE transmitter functions work up to 60 m (195 ft) away from the Remote Keyless Entry vehicle. (RKE) System Other conditions can affect the performance of the transmitter. See See Radio Frequency Statement on Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) page 13-12. System on page 2-2. If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range: The key is used for the ignition and . Check the distance. The all door locks. transmitter may be too far from The key has a bar-coded key tag the vehicle. that the dealer or qualified locksmith . Check the location. Other can use to make new keys. Store vehicles or objects may be this information in a safe place, not blocking the signal. in the vehicle. . Check the transmitter's battery. If it becomes difficult to turn the key, See “Battery Replacement” later inspect the key blade for debris. in this section. See your dealer if a replacement . If the transmitter is still not With Remote Start and Power key or additional key is needed. working correctly, see your Liftgate Shown, Without Similar If locked out of the vehicle, call dealer or a qualified technician / for service. (Remote Vehicle Start): Roadside Assistance. See Roadside If equipped, see Remote Vehicle Assistance Program on page 13-5. Start on page 2-4. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-3
Q (Lock): Press to lock all the Pressing K on the RKE transmitter Programming Transmitters to doors. disarms the content theft-deterrent the Vehicle If enabled through the Driver system. See Vehicle Alarm System Only RKE transmitters programmed Information Center (DIC), the on page 2-11. to this vehicle will work. If a parking lamps flash once to indicate 8 (Power Liftgate): Press and transmitter is lost or stolen, a locking has occurred. If enabled hold until the liftgate begins to move replacement can be purchased and through the DIC, the horn sounds to open or close the liftgate. The programmed through your dealer. when Q is pressed again within taillamps flash and a chime sounds When the replacement transmitter is five seconds. See Vehicle to indicate when the liftgate is programmed to this vehicle, all Personalization on page 5-38. opening or closing. remaining transmitters must also be reprogrammed. Any lost or stolen (Vehicle Locator/Panic Pressing may arm the content L transmitters will no longer work Q Alarm): Press and release to theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle once the new transmitter is locate the vehicle. The parking Alarm System on page 2-11. programmed. Each vehicle can lamps flash and the horn sounds have up to eight transmitters K (Unlock): Press once to unlock three times. programmed to it. See your dealer only the driver door. If K is pressed Press and hold L for more than to program transmitters to this again within five seconds, all two seconds to activate the panic vehicle. remaining doors unlock. The interior alarm. The parking lamps flash and lamps come on and stay on for Battery Replacement the horn sounds repeatedly for 20 seconds or until the ignition is 30 seconds. The alarm turns off Replace the battery if the REPLACE turned on. when the ignition is moved to ON/ BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY If enabled through the DIC, the RUN or L is pressed again. The message displays in the DIC. parking lamps flash twice to indicate ignition must be in LOCK/OFF for unlocking has occurred. See Vehicle the panic alarm to work. Personalization on page 5-38. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
2-4 Keys, Doors, and Windows
transmitter. Do not insert when doing so. Check local { Caution the tool too far. Stop as regulations for any requirements on soon as resistance is felt. remote starting of vehicles. When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on . Twist the tool until the Do not use the remote start feature the transmitter. Static from your transmitter is separated. if the vehicle is low on fuel. The body could damage the 2. Remove the old battery. Do not vehicle could run out of fuel. transmitter. use a metal object. If the vehicle has the remote start 3. Insert the new battery, positive feature, the RKE transmitter range side facing down. Replace with a may be less while the vehicle is CR2032 or equivalent battery. running. 4. Snap the transmitter back Other conditions can affect the together. performance of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Remote Vehicle Start System on page 2-2. This vehicle has a remote starting Starting the Engine Using feature that starts the engine from Remote Start outside of the vehicle. To start the vehicle: / (Remote Start): This button is 1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the on the RKE transmitter if the vehicle vehicle. has remote start. 1. Separate the transmitter with a 2. Press and release Q on the flat, thin object, such as a flat Laws in some communities may RKE transmitter. head screwdriver. restrict the use of remote starters. For example, some laws may 3. Immediately after completing . Carefully insert the tool into / the notch located along the require a person using the remote Step 2, press and hold until parting line of the start to have the vehicle in view the parking lamps flash. If the Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-5
vehicle's lights cannot be seen, After entering the vehicle during a For example, if Q and then / are press and hold / for at least remote start, insert and turn the key pressed again after the vehicle has four seconds. to the ON/RUN position to drive the been running for five minutes, vehicle. When the vehicle starts, the parking 10 minutes are added, allowing the lamps will turn on and remain on as If the vehicle is left running it engine to run for a total of long as the engine is running. The automatically shuts off after 15 minutes. doors will be locked and the climate 10 minutes unless a time extension A maximum of two remote starts or control system will operate has been done. remote start attempts are allowed automatically if the vehicle has the Extending Engine Run Time between ignition cycles. automatic system, or at the same To extend the engine run time by After the vehicle's engine has been setting as when the vehicle was last started two times using the remote turned off. 10 minutes, repeat Steps 1–3 while the engine is still running. An start button, the ignition must be If the vehicle has an automatic extension can be requested turned on and then back off before climate control system and heated 30 seconds after starting. The the remote start procedure can be seats, the heated seats turn on engine run time can only be used again. during colder outside temperatures extended if it is the first remote start Canceling a Remote Start and shut off when the key is turned since the vehicle has been driven. to ON/RUN. See Heated and Remote start can be extended To manually shut off a remote start: Cooled Front Seats on page 3-7. one time. . Aim the RKE transmitter at the The rear window defogger and If the remote start procedure is used vehicle and press / until the heated mirrors, if the vehicle has again before the first 10-minute time parking lamps turn off. them, turn on during colder outside frame has ended, the first . Turn on the hazard warning temperatures and turn off when the 10 minutes will immediately expire flashers. key is turned to ON/RUN. and the second 10-minute time frame will start. . Turn the ignition switch on and then off. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
2-6 Keys, Doors, and Windows
Conditions in Which the To lock or unlock a door manually: Warning (Continued) Remote Start Will Not Work . From the inside use the door The vehicle cannot be started using crash is increased if the lock knob on the window sill. the remote start feature if the key is doors are not locked. So, all . From the outside turn the key in the ignition, the hood is open, or if passengers should wear toward the front or rear of the there is an emission control system safety belts properly and the vehicle, or press the or button on malfunction. doors should be locked the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) whenever the vehicle is The engine turns off during a remote transmitter. driven. start if the coolant temperature gets too high or if the oil pressure . Young children who get into Power Door Locks gets low. unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out. A child can Door Locks be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from { Warning heat stroke. Always lock the Unlocked doors can be vehicle whenever leaving it. dangerous. . Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door . Passengers, especially children, can easily open the when you slow down or stop doors and fall out of a moving the vehicle. Locking the doors vehicle. When a door is can help prevent this from locked, the handle will not happening. open it. The chance of being K (Unlock): Press to unlock the thrown out of the vehicle in a doors. (Continued) Q (Lock): Press to lock the doors. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-7
Delayed Locking Automatic Door Locks If Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout is turned on, the vehicle is off with the This feature delays the locking of The doors will lock automatically driver door open, and door locking the doors until five seconds after all when all doors are closed, the is requested, all the doors will lock doors are closed. ignition is on, and the shift lever is and only the driver door will unlock. moved out of P (Park). When Q is pressed on the power The Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout feature can be turned on or off using door lock switch while the door or To unlock the doors: the vehicle personalization menus. liftgate is open, a chime will sound . Press K on a door. See Vehicle Personalization on three times indicating delayed page 5-38. locking is active. . Shift the transmission into P (Park). The doors will lock automatically Safety Locks five seconds after all doors are Automatic door unlocking can be closed. If a door is reopened before programmed through the Driver that time, the five-second timer will Information Center (DIC). See { Caution Vehicle Personalization on reset when all doors are closed Pulling the inside door handle again. page 5-38. while the rear door safety locks Press Q on the door lock switch Lockout Protection are engaged could damage your again or press on the RKE vehicle. Do not pull the inside Q When locking is requested with the transmitter to lock doors door handle while the rear door driver door open and the key in the immediately. safety locks are engaged. ignition, all the doors will lock and This feature can also be then the driver door will unlock. This programmed. See Vehicle can be manually overridden by The vehicle has rear door security locks to prevent passengers from Personalization on page 5-38. pressing and holding on the Q opening the rear doors from the power door lock switch. inside. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
2-8 Keys, Doors, and Windows
Doors Warning (Continued) Liftgate . Adjust the climate control system to a setting that { Warning brings in only outside air and set the fan speed to the Exhaust gases can enter the highest setting. See “Climate vehicle if it is driven with the Control Systems” in the liftgate or trunk/hatch open, Index. or with any objects that pass . If the vehicle is equipped with through the seal between the a power liftgate, disable the body and the trunk/hatch or power liftgate function. Open the rear doors to access the liftgate. Engine exhaust contains security locks on the inside edge of See Engine Exhaust on each door. carbon monoxide (CO) which page 9-21. cannot be seen or smelled. It can To set the locks, insert a key into cause unconsciousness and even the slot and turn it to the horizontal death. position. The door can only be { Caution opened from the outside with the If the vehicle must be driven with door unlocked. To return the door to the liftgate or trunk/hatch open: To avoid damage to the liftgate or normal operation, turn the slot to the . Close all of the windows. liftgate glass, make sure the area vertical position. above and behind the liftgate is . Fully open the air outlets on clear before opening it. or under the instrument panel. (Continued) Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (9,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-9
Manual Liftgate { Warning To unlock the liftgate, press the power door lock switch or press K You, or others, could be injured if on the Remote Keyless Entry caught in the path of the power (RKE) transmitter twice. See liftgate. Make sure there is no one Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) in the way of the liftgate as it is System Operation on page 2-2. opening and closing. To open the liftgate, press the touch pad under the liftgate handle and lift The power liftgate can be power up. The vehicle must be in P (Park) opened and closed in the and the battery must be charged. following ways: Use the pull cup or pull strap to . O lower and close the liftgate. . Press and hold 8 on the Press . RKE transmitter. See Remote Always close the liftgate before . Press the touch pad on the Keyless Entry (RKE) System outside liftgate handle. driving. Operation on page 2-2. Pressing the buttons or touch pad a Power Liftgate second time while the liftgate is If equipped with a power liftgate, the moving reverses the direction. vehicle must be in P (Park) to operate. The taillamps flash and a chime sounds when the power liftgate moves. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (10,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows
continue to completion. If the If more obstacles are encountered vehicle is shifted out of P (Park) and on the same power cycle, the power accelerated before the power liftgate function deactivates. The liftgate latch closes, the liftgate may must be opened or closed manually reverse to the open position. Cargo if this occurs. A message displays could fall out of the vehicle. Always on the Driver Information make sure the power liftgate is Center (DIC) to indicate that the closed and latched before liftgate is open. See Door Ajar driving away. Messages on page 5-30. After If the power liftgate is used and the removing the obstacles, manually liftgate support struts have lost open the liftgate fully or close and pressure, the taillamps will flash and latch the liftgate. The liftgate will Power Liftgate Touch Pad a chime will sound. The liftgate will resume normal power operation. The liftgate can also be closed by stay open temporarily, and then The vehicle also has pinch sensors l slowly close. See your dealer for along the side edges of the liftgate. pressing next to the liftgate service before using the liftgate if If the sensors press against an latch. Press l a second time this occurs. object while closing, the liftgate will during the liftgate operation to reverse direction and open fully. The reverse the operation. Obstacle Detection Features liftgate will remain open until it is The power liftgate may be If an obstacle is encountered during activated again or closed manually. temporarily disabled under extreme the power open or close cycle, a Do not force the liftgate open or temperatures or under low battery warning chime will sound and the closed during a power cycle. conditions. If this occurs, the liftgate liftgate will automatically reverse can be operated manually. direction to the full closed or open position. After removing the obstacle If the vehicle is shifted out of the liftgate will resume normal P (Park) while the liftgate power operation. function is in progress, it will Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (11,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11
Manual Operation of Power Press the touch pad on the outside Vehicle Security Liftgate of the liftgate pull cup and lift to open. Use the pull cup to lower and This vehicle has theft-deterrent close the liftgate. The liftgate latch features; however, they do not make will power close. the vehicle impossible to steal. Always close the liftgate before driving. Vehicle Alarm System On vehicles with an anti-theft alarm If 8 on the RKE transmitter or system, to activate the system: l on the liftgate is pressed while in manual operation mode, the . Press Q on the Remote Keyless taillamps will flash three times, but Entry (RKE) transmitter or the the liftgate will not move. power door lock switch when It is not recommended to drive with any door is open. the liftgate open. However, if the To change the liftgate to manual vehicle must be driven with the operation, press OFF on the power liftgate open, the liftgate should be liftgate switch. A message displays set to manual operation. on the DIC indicating manual operation mode. See Door Ajar Messages on page 5-30. With the liftgate in manual mode and all of the doors unlocked, the liftgate can be manually opened and closed. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (12,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows
The security light flashes. horn chirps and the lights flash. Testing the Alarm If the key is not placed in the When the door is closed, the To test the alarm: security light stops flashing and ignition and turned to START or the 1. From inside the vehicle, lower stays on solid for approximately door is not unlocked by pressing Q the driver side window, and open 30 seconds. The content during the 10-second pre-alarm, the the driver door. theft-deterrent alarm is not alarm goes off. The headlamps flash armed until the security light and the horn sounds for about 2. Press Q. goes off. 30 seconds, then turns off to save the battery power. 3. Get out of the vehicle, close the If the delayed locking feature is door, and wait for the security active, the alarm is not activated The vehicle can be started with the light to go out. until all doors are closed and the correct ignition key if the alarm has security light goes off. been set off. 4. Reach in through the window, unlock the door with the manual . Press Q when the driver door is To avoid setting off the alarm by door lock, and open the door. closed. The security light comes accident: This should set off the alarm. . on solid for approximately Lock the vehicle with the door If the alarm does not sound when it 30 seconds and then goes off. key after the doors are closed. should, but the headlamps flash, The content theft-deterrent alarm . Unlock the door with the RKE check to see if the horn works. The is not armed until the security transmitter. Unlocking a door any horn fuse may be blown. To replace light goes off. other way sets off the alarm if the fuse, see Fuses and Circuit The theft-deterrent system will not the system has been armed. Breakers on page 10-28. activate if the doors are locked with Press K or place the key in the If the alarm does not sound or the the vehicle's key or the manual headlamps do not flash, see your door lock. ignition and turn it to START to turn off the alarm. dealer for service. If a locked door is opened without using the RKE transmitter, a 10-second pre-alarm occurs. The Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (13,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13
Immobilizer When the PASS-Key III+ system It is possible for the PASS-Key III+ senses an incorrect key, the vehicle decoder to learn the transponder See Radio Frequency Statement on does not start. Anyone using a value of a new or replacement key. page 13-12. trial-and-error method to start the Up to 10 keys may be programmed vehicle will be discouraged because to the vehicle. The following Immobilizer Operation of the high number of electrical key procedure is for programming This vehicle has PASS-Key® III+ codes. additional keys only. If all currently (Personalized Automotive Security If the engine does not start and the programmed keys are lost or do not System) theft-deterrent system. security light on the instrument operate, you must see your dealer PASS-Key III+ is a passive panel comes on when trying to start or a locksmith who can service theft-deterrent system. the vehicle, there may be a problem PASS-Key III+ to have keys made and programmed to the system. The system is automatically armed with the theft-deterrent system. Turn when the key is removed from the the ignition off and try again. See your dealer or a locksmith who ignition. If the engine still does not start, and can service PASS-Key III+ to get a new key blank that is cut exactly as The system is automatically the key appears to be undamaged, try another ignition key and check the ignition key that operates the disarmed when the key is turned to system. ON/RUN, ACC/ACCESSORY, the fuses. See Fuses and Circuit or START from the LOCK/OFF Breakers on page 10-28 for To program the new additional key: position. additional information. If the engine 1 still does not start with the other key, 1. Verify that the new key has a You do not have to manually arm or the vehicle needs service. If the stamped on it. disarm the system. vehicle does start, the first key may 2. Insert the already programmed The security light comes on if there be faulty. See your dealer who can key in the ignition and start the is a problem with arming or service the PASS-Key III+ to have a engine. If the engine does not disarming the theft-deterrent new key made. In an emergency, start, see your dealer for service. system. contact Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 13-5. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (14,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows
3. After the engine has started, turn Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors the key to LOCK/OFF, and remove the key. Convex Mirrors 4. Insert the key to be programmed and turn it to the ON/RUN position within five seconds of { Warning the original key being turned to A convex mirror can make things, the LOCK/OFF position. like other vehicles, look farther The security light turns off once away than they really are. If you the key has been programmed. cut too sharply into the right lane, 5. Repeat Steps 1–4 if additional you could hit a vehicle on the keys are to be programmed. right. Check the inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before If the PASS-Key III+ key is lost or changing lanes. damaged, see your dealer or a To adjust each mirror: locksmith to have a new key made. The passenger side mirror is convex 1. Press (1) or (2) to select the The SERVICE THEFT shaped. A convex mirror's surface is mirror. DETERRENT SYSTEM message curved so more can be seen from displays on the Driver Information 2. Press on the control pad to the driver seat. Center (DIC) when there is a adjust the mirror. problem with the theft-deterrent 3. Press (1) or (2) again to deselect system. See Security Messages on the mirror. page 5-35 for additional information. Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft-deterrent system in the vehicle. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (15,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) 1. Press (1) to fold the mirrors out Heated Mirrors to the driving position. If the vehicle has the Side Blind For vehicles with heated mirrors: Zone Alert (SBZA) system, see Side 2. Press (2) to fold the mirrors in to Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) on the folded position. 1 (Rear Window Defogger): page 9-36. Press to heat the mirrors. Resetting the Power Folding See “Rear Window Defogger” under Folding Mirrors Mirrors Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8-1. For vehicles with manual folding Reset the power folding mirrors if: mirrors, push the mirror toward the . The mirrors are accidentally vehicle. Pull the mirror out to return obstructed while folding. Automatic Dimming to its original position. . They are accidentally manually Mirror For vehicles with outside power folded/unfolded. The driver outside mirror folding mirrors: . The mirrors vibrate at normal automatically adjusts for the glare of driving speeds. headlamps from behind. Fold and unfold the mirrors one time Park Tilt Mirrors using the mirror controls to reset them to their normal position. If equipped with memory seats, the A popping noise may be heard passenger and/or driver mirror tilts during the resetting of the power to a preselected position when the folding mirrors. This sound is normal vehicle is in R (Reverse). This after a manual folding operation. allows the curb to be seen when parallel parking. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (16,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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The mirror(s) return to the original Interior Mirrors Windows position when: . The vehicle is shifted out of Interior Rearview Mirrors { Warning R (Reverse), or remains in Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear R (Reverse) for about Never leave a child, a helpless view of the area behind your 30 seconds. adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, vehicle. . The ignition is turned off. especially with the windows If equipped with OnStar, the vehicle closed in warm or hot weather. . The vehicle is driven in may have three control buttons at They can be overcome by the R (Reverse) above a set speed. the bottom of the mirror. See your extreme heat and suffer To turn this feature on or off, see dealer for more information about permanent injuries or even death Vehicle Personalization on OnStar and how to subscribe to it. from heat stroke. page 5-38. See “Onstar,” if equipped. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror. Use a soft towel dampened with water. Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror If equipped, automatic dimming reduces the glare of the headlamps from behind. This feature comes on when the vehicle is started. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (17,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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The vehicle aerodynamics are Express-Up/Express-Down designed to improve fuel economy Windows performance. This may result in a pulsing sound when either rear A window with the express-up/down window is down and the front feature allows it to be raised or windows are up. To reduce the lowered without holding the switch. sound, open either a front window Press or pull the window switch fully or the sunroof, if equipped. and release it to activate the express feature. The express mode can be canceled by pressing or Power Windows pulling the switch. { Warning Programming the Power Uplevel Shown, Base Similar Windows Children could be seriously The driver door has switches that If the vehicle battery has been injured or killed if caught in the control the passenger and rear recharged, disconnected, path of a closing window. Never windows. The power windows work or replaced, windows with the leave keys in a vehicle with with the ignition in ACC/ express-up feature need to be children. When there are children ACCESSORY or ON/RUN or with reprogrammed for this feature to in the rear seat, use the window Retained Accessory Power (RAP) work. To program the window: lockout button to prevent active. See Retained Accessory operation of the windows. See 1. Close all doors with the ignition Power (RAP) on page 9-19. in the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/ Keys on page 2-1. Press the switch to lower the RUN position, or with Retained window. Pull up on the front edge of Accessory Power (RAP) active. the switch to raise the window. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9-19. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (18,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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2. Press and continue to hold the Rear Window Lockout Sun Visors window switch until the window is fully open. 3. Pull up and hold the window switch to close the window. Continue to hold it briefly after the window is fully closed. 4. Repeat for each window that has the express-up feature. Anti-Pinch Feature The anti-pinch feature is on Pull the sun visor down to block windows with the express-up glare. Detach the sun visor from the feature. If an object is in the way of center mount to pivot to the side the window as it is express-closing, The rear window lockout feature window or, if equipped, extend or in certain weather conditions like prevents the rear passenger along the rod. severe icing, the window will stop windows from operating, except and open to a factory preset from the driver position. position. The window functions Press v to activate the rear normally once the obstruction is window lockout switch. The removed. indicator light comes on when activated. Press v again to deactivate the lockout switch. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (19,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Roof Vent: Press and hold the front of Dirt and debris may collect on the the switch to vent the sunroof. Press sunroof seal or in the track. This and hold the rear of the switch to could cause an issue with sunroof Sunroof close the sunroof. operation or noise. It could also plug The ignition must be in ON/RUN or Express-open/Express-close: the water drainage system. ACC/ACCESSORY, or Retained Press and release the rear of the Periodically open the sunroof and Accessory Power (RAP) must be switch to express-open the sunroof. remove any obstacles or loose active to operate the sunroof and Press and release the front of the debris. Wipe the sunroof seal and power sunshade. See Retained switch to express-close the sunroof. roof sealing area using a clean Accessory Power (RAP) on cloth, mild soap, and water. Do not page 9-19. Manual Sunshade remove grease from the sunroof. If equipped, there may be a rear The sunshades must be opened If water is seen dripping into the sunroof over the second row seats. and closed manually. To open the water drainage system, this is The rear sunroof does not open. sunshade, press the button on the normal. sunshade handle to release it and guide it back. To close the sunshade, pull the sunshade forward until it latches. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (20,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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2 NOTES Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Seats and Restraints 3-1
Seats and Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 3-15 Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Safety Belt Use During Vehicle ...... 3-33 Restraints Pregnancy ...... 3-19 Adding Equipment to the Safety Belt Extender ...... 3-20 Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . 3-33 Safety System Check ...... 3-20 Airbag System Check ...... 3-34 Head Restraints Safety Belt Care ...... 3-20 Replacing Airbag System Head Restraints ...... 3-2 Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash ...... 3-34 Parts after a Crash ...... 3-20 Front Seats Child Restraints Power Seat Adjustment ...... 3-3 Airbag System Older Children ...... 3-35 Lumbar Adjustment ...... 3-4 Airbag System ...... 3-21 Infants and Young Reclining Seatbacks ...... 3-4 Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . 3-23 Children ...... 3-37 Memory Seats ...... 3-5 When Should an Airbag Child Restraint Systems . . . . . 3-40 Heated and Cooled Front Inflate? ...... 3-25 Where to Put the Restraint . . . 3-41 Seats ...... 3-7 What Makes an Airbag Lower Anchors and Tethers Rear Seats Inflate? ...... 3-26 for Children (LATCH How Does an Airbag System) ...... 3-43 Rear Seats ...... 3-8 Restrain? ...... 3-26 Replacing LATCH System Third Row Seats ...... 3-10 What Will You See after an Parts After a Crash ...... 3-49 Safety Belts Airbag Inflates? ...... 3-27 Securing Child Restraints Safety Belts ...... 3-13 Passenger Sensing (Rear Seat) ...... 3-50 How to Wear Safety Belts System ...... 3-28 Securing Child Restraints Properly ...... 3-14 (Front Passenger Seat) . . . . 3-52 Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
3-2 Seats and Restraints
Head Restraints Front Seats
{ Warning
With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/ spinal injury in a crash. Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and Adjust the head restraint so that the To raise or lower the head restraint, adjusted properly. top of the restraint is at the same press the button located on the side height as the top of the occupant's of the head restraint, and pull up or head. This position reduces the push the head restraint down, and The vehicle's front seats have chance of a neck injury in a crash. release the button. Pull and push on adjustable head restraints in the the head restraint after the button is outboard seating positions. released to make sure that it is locked in place. To adjust the head restraint forward, grasp the head restraint and pull forward until the desired locking position is reached. To adjust the head restraint rearward, press the button located on the side of the head restraint, Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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and push the head restraint Front Seats 3. Lumbar Adjustment Control rearward until the desired locking To adjust the seat: position is reached. Try to move the head restraint after the button is Power Seat Adjustment . Move the seat forward or released to make sure that it is rearward by sliding the locked in place. { Warning control (1) forward or rearward. . Raise or lower the front part of The front seat outboard head You can lose control of the restraints are not removable. the seat cushion by moving the vehicle if you try to adjust a driver front of the control (1) up Rear Seats seat while the vehicle is moving. or down. Adjust the driver seat only when The vehicle's second row seats . the vehicle is not moving. Raise or lower the entire seat by have head restraints in the outboard moving the rear of the control (1) seating positions that cannot be up or down. adjusted. . Adjust the seatback by tilting the The vehicle's third row seats have top of the control (2) forward or headrests in the outboard seating rearward. positions that cannot be adjusted. See Reclining Seatbacks on The second row head restraints and page 3-4. third row headrests are not . removable. Increase or decrease lumbar support by pressing the front or rear of the control (3). See Lumbar Adjustment on page 3-4.
1. Seat Adjustment Control 2. Reclining Seatback Control Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Lumbar Adjustment Power Lumbar Reclining Seatbacks Manual Lumbar Power Reclining Seatbacks
If equipped, press and hold the front or rear of control to increase or If equipped, move the handle decrease lumbar support. Release To adjust the seatback: forward or rearward to increase or the control when the seatback . Tilt the top of the control decrease lumbar support. reaches the desired level of lumbar rearward to recline. support. . Tilt the top of the control forward to raise. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Memory Seats { Warning
Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. Do not have a seatback reclined if The lap belt could go up over the vehicle is moving. your abdomen. The belt forces If available, the controls on the would be there, not at your pelvic driver door are used to program and bones. This could cause serious recall memory settings for the driver internal injuries. seat, outside mirrors, and power steering column (if equipped). For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well back in the seat and wear the safety belt properly. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Storing Memory Positions Memory Remote Recall recall may stop. Remove the To save into memory: The memory feature can recall the obstruction; then press and hold the appropriate manual control for the 1. Adjust the driver seat and driver seat, outside mirrors, and power steering column (if equipped) memory item that is not recalling for seatback recliner, both outside two seconds. Try recalling the mirrors, and the power steering to stored positions when entering the vehicle. memory position again by pressing column (if equipped). the appropriate memory button. Not all vehicles will have the To activate, unlock the driver door If the memory position is still not ability to save and recall the with the Remote Keyless recalling, see your dealer for mirror positions. Entry (RKE) transmitter. The driver service. seat, outside mirrors, and power 2. Press and hold “1” until steering column will move to the Easy Exit Positions two beeps sound. memory positions associated with The easy exit feature can move the 3. Repeat for a second driver the transmitter used to unlock the driver seat rearward and the power position using “2.” vehicle. steering column (if equipped) up This feature is turned on or off using and forward to allow extra room to To recall, press and release “1” or exit the vehicle. “2.” The vehicle must be in P (Park). the vehicle personalization menu. A single beep will sound. The seat, See Vehicle Personalization on S (Easy Exit Positions): Press to outside mirrors, and power steering page 5-38. activate the recall. The vehicle must column (if equipped) will move to To stop recall movement, press one be in P (Park). the positions previously stored for of the power seat controls, memory If this feature is programmed on in the identified driver. buttons, power mirror buttons, or the the vehicle personalization menu, power steering column control (if automatic driver seat and power equipped). steering column movement occur If something has blocked the driver when the ignition key is removed. seat and/or steering column while recalling a memory position, the Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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A single beep sounds. The driver Heated and Cooled Front seat moves back approximately 8 cm (3 in) and the power steering Seats column (if equipped) moves up and forward. To move the seat back { Warning farther, press S again until the seat If you cannot feel temperature is all the way back. change or pain to the skin, the If something has blocked the driver seat heater may cause burns. To seat while recalling the exit position, reduce the risk of burns, people Heated and Cooled Seat Buttons the recall may stop. Remove the with such a condition should use Shown, Heated Seat Buttons obstruction; then press and hold the care when using the seat heater, Similar power seat control rearward for especially for long periods of If equipped, the buttons are on the two seconds. Try recalling the exit time. Do not place anything on position again. If the exit position is center stack. To operate, the engine the seat that insulates against must be running. still not recalling, see your dealer for heat, such as a blanket, cushion, service. cover, or similar item. This may I (Heated Seatback): If equipped, See Vehicle Personalization on cause the seat heater to press to heat the seatback only. page 5-38. overheat. An overheated seat H (Cooled Seat): If equipped, heater may cause a burn or may press to cool the entire seat. damage the seat. J (Heated Seat and Seatback): Press to heat the seat and seatback. Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of the button, the seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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the off setting. The lights indicate Rear Seats Entering and Exiting the three for the highest setting and one Third Row for the lowest. The passenger heated seat may { Warning take longer to heat up. Using the third row seating The heated and/or cooled seats are position while the second row is canceled after the ignition is folded, or folded and tumbled, turned off. could cause injury in a sudden Remote Start Heated Seats stop or crash. Be sure to return When it is cold outside, the heated the seat to the passenger seating seats may turn on automatically position. Push and pull on the during a remote vehicle start. The seat to make sure it is locked into heated seats will be canceled when place. the ignition is turned on. Press the 1. Seat Adjustment Handle desired heated seat button to use 2. Reclining Seatback Strap the heated seats after the vehicle is started. 3. Sliding Seat Lever { Caution The heated seat button lights will Folding a rear seat with the safety not turn on during a remote start. belts still fastened may cause The temperature of an unoccupied damage to the seat or the safety seat may be reduced. belts. Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their See Remote Vehicle Start on normal stowed position before page 2-4. folding a rear seat. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (9,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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5. Pull the sliding seat lever (3) 5. Push and pull on the seatback forward. The seatback will tilt and seat cushion to make sure forward, and the seat will begin they are locked in place. sliding forward. Continue to push 6. Check that the safety belt is not forward on the seatback until the under the seat cushion. entire seat moves all the way forward and the seat cushion is Reclining the Seatbacks folded. To recline the seatback: Returning the Seat to the 1. Leaning rearward in the seat, Seating Position pull the reclining seatback To return the second row seat to its strap (2). To access the third row: normal seating position: 2. Move the seatback to the desired position, and then 1. Remove objects on the floor in 1. Remove objects on the floor behind the second row seat or in release the strap (2) to lock the front of or on the second row seatback in place. seat, or in the seat tracks on the the seat tracks on the floor. floor. 2. Slide the seat rearward by 3. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked. 2. Move the front center console pushing on the seatback until armrest completely forward. See the seat is locked into place. Folding the Seatback Center Console Storage on 3. Continue pushing the seatback To fold the second row seatbacks: page 4-2. rearward until the seatback is 1. Remove anything on or under 3. Place the folding armrests in the locked into place. the seat. upright position. 4. Push down on the rear of the 2. Place the armrest in the upright 4. Make sure that the safety belt is seat cushion until it is locked in place. position, and unfasten the unfastened and in the stowed safety belt. position. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (10,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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3. Pull forward on the reclining Third Row Seats To fold the third row seatback: seatback strap (2). 1. If the second row seat is in the The head restraint will fold down { Warning full rear position, adjust it automatically. forward to allow the third row Using the third row seating To return the seatback to the seat to fold fully flat. seating position, lift the seatback position while the second row is 2. Remove anything on or under and push it rearward until it locks folded, or pushed forward in the the seat. into place. Push and pull on the entry position, could cause injury seatback to make sure it is locked. in a sudden stop or crash. Be Pull up on the head restraint to sure to return the seat to the return it to the upright, locked passenger seating position. Push position. and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked into place. Adjusting the Seats To adjust the second row seats, pull Folding the Seatback outward on the seat adjustment handle (1). Slide the seat forward or rearward to the desired position. { Caution Release the handle (1), and push and pull on the seat to make sure it Folding a rear seat with the safety is locked. belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety 3. Disconnect the rear safety belt mini-latch, using a key in the slot belts. Always unbuckle the safety on the mini-buckle, and let the belts and return them to their belt retract into the headliner. normal stowed position before Stow the mini-latch in the holder folding a rear seat. in the headliner. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (11,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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or lift the seatback and push it into place from inside the Warning (Continued) vehicle. sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached, and { Warning are not twisted. If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden 3. Reconnect the center safety belt stop or crash. That could cause mini-latch to the mini-buckle. Do injury to the person sitting there. not let it twist. Always push and pull on the 4. Pull on the safety belt to be sure seatbacks to be sure they are the mini-latch is secure. 4. Pull up on the release lever on locked. the back of the seat. Removing the Third Row Seats 5. Push the seatback forward to 2. Push and pull on the seatback to To remove a third row seat: lay flat. make sure it is locked in place. 1. Remove the cargo management Returning the Seat to the system, if it is installed. See { Warning Cargo Management System on Seating Position page 4-3. A safety belt that is improperly To return the seatback to the 2. Remove anything on or under routed, not properly attached, seating position: the seat. or twisted will not provide the 1. From the rear of the vehicle, protection needed in a crash. The raise the seatback to the upright position using the pull strap on person wearing the belt could be the back of the third row seat, seriously injured. After raising the rear seatback, always check to be (Continued) Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (12,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Installing the Third Row Seats 2. Place the seat on the vehicle { Caution floor so that the front seat hooks To reinstall a third row seat: are on the vehicle bars. Folding a rear seat with the safety 1. Before installing the seat, the 3. Reinstall the bolts, and torque to belts still fastened may cause seatback must be folded 55 Y (41 lb ft). Pull up on the damage to the seat or the safety forward. See Folding the “ seat to make sure it is locked in belts. Always unbuckle the safety Seatback” earlier in this section. belts and return them to their place. The seats must be placed in the normal stowed position before 4. Raise the seatback to its upright proper locations to attach folding a rear seat. position. Push and pull on the correctly. The wider seat must seatback to make sure it is be installed on the driver side locked into place. 3. Fold the seatback down. See and the narrower seat on the “Folding the Seatback” earlier in passenger side. Remove the 5. Reconnect the center safety belt this section. bolts from the holes in the floor mini-latch to the mini-buckle. Do not let it twist. 4. Remove the rear bolts on the before installing the seats. floor on each side of the seat. 5. Remove the seat by tilting it slightly upward, and then pulling it out of the rear of the vehicle in one motion. 6. Replace the bolts in the floor holes for storage. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (13,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Why Safety Belts Work Safety Belts Warning (Continued) This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts are more likely to be seriously properly. It also describes some injured or killed. Do not allow things not to do with safety belts. passengers to ride in any area of the vehicle that is not equipped { Warning with seats and safety belts. Always wear a safety belt, and Do not let anyone ride where a check that all passenger(s) are safety belt cannot be worn restrained properly too. properly. In a crash, if you or your passenger(s) are not wearing safety belts, injuries can be much This vehicle has indicators as a reminder to buckle the safety belts. worse than if you are wearing When riding in a vehicle, you travel safety belts. You can be seriously See Safety Belt Reminders on page 5-13. as fast as the vehicle does. If the injured or killed by hitting things vehicle stops suddenly, you keep inside the vehicle harder or by going until something stops you. being ejected from the vehicle. In It could be the windshield, the addition, anyone who is not instrument panel, or the safety belts! buckled up can strike other When you wear a safety belt, you passengers in the vehicle. and the vehicle slow down together. It is extremely dangerous to ride There is more time to stop because in a cargo area, inside or outside you stop over a longer distance and, of a vehicle. In a collision, when worn properly, your strongest passengers riding in these areas bones take the forces from the (Continued) Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (14,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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safety belts. That is why wearing Also, in nearly all states and in safety belts makes such good all Canadian provinces, the law sense. requires wearing safety belts. Questions and Answers About How to Wear Safety Belts Safety Belts Properly Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I am wearing a This section is only for people of safety belt? adult size. A: You could be — whether you are There are special things to know wearing a safety belt or not. about safety belts and children. And Your chance of being conscious there are different rules for smaller during and after a crash, so you children and infants. If a child will be . Sit up straight and always keep can unbuckle and get out, is riding in the vehicle, see Older your feet on the floor in front much greater if you are belted. Children on page 3-35 or Infants of you. and Young Children on page 3-37. Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why . Always use the correct buckle Follow those rules for everyone's for your seating position. should I have to wear safety protection. belts? . Wear the lap part of the belt low It is very important for all occupants A: Airbags are supplemental and snug on the hips, just to buckle up. Statistics show that touching the thighs. In a crash, systems only; so they work with unbelted people are hurt more often safety belts — not instead of this applies force to the strong in crashes than those who are pelvic bones and you would be them. Whether or not an airbag wearing safety belts. is provided, all occupants still less likely to slide under the lap have to buckle up to get the There are important things to know belt. If you slid under it, the belt most protection. about wearing a safety belt properly. would apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (15,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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. Wear the shoulder belt over the Lap-Shoulder Belt shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best All seating positions in the vehicle able to take belt restraining have a lap-shoulder belt. forces. The shoulder belt locks if If you are using a rear seating there is a sudden stop or crash. position with a detachable safety belt and the safety belt is not { Warning attached, see “Returning the Seat to the Seating Position” under Third You can be seriously injured, Row Seats on page 3-10 for or even killed, by not wearing instruction on reconnecting the your safety belt properly. safety belt to the mini-buckle. . Never allow the lap or The following instructions explain 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull shoulder belt to become how to wear a lap-shoulder belt the belt across you. Do not let it loose or twisted. properly. get twisted. . Never wear the shoulder belt 1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is The lap-shoulder belt may lock if under both arms or behind adjustable, so you can sit up you pull the belt across you very your back. straight. To see how, see “Seats” quickly. If this happens, let the . Never route the lap or in the Index. belt go back slightly to unlock it. shoulder belt over an Then pull the belt across you armrest. more slowly. If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt is pulled out all the way, the child restraint locking feature may be engaged. If this happens, let the belt go back all the way and start again. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (16,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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later in this section for instructions on use and important safety information.
3. Push the latch plate into the To unlatch the belt, push the button buckle until it clicks. on the buckle. The belt should 4. Pull up on the latch plate to return to its stowed position. Slide make sure it is secure. If the belt the latch plate up the safety belt is not long enough, see Safety 6. To make the lap part tight, pull webbing when the safety belt is not Belt Extender on page 3-20. up on the shoulder belt. in use. The latch plate should rest on the stitching on the safety belt, It may be necessary to pull the Position the release button on near the guide loop on the side wall. the buckle so that the safety belt stitching on the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if through the latch plate to fully Before a door is closed, be sure the necessary. tighten the lap belt on smaller safety belt is out of the way. If a occupants. door is slammed against a safety 5. If equipped with a shoulder belt belt, damage can occur to both the height adjuster, move it to the safety belt and the vehicle. height that is right for you. See “Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster” Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (17,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Safety Belt Pretensioners The vehicle has a shoulder belt This vehicle has safety belt height adjuster for the driver and pretensioners for the front outboard right front passenger seating occupants. Although the safety belt positions. pretensioners cannot be seen, they Adjust the height so the shoulder are part of the safety belt assembly. portion of the belt is on the shoulder They can help tighten the safety but not falling off of it. The belt belts during the early stages of a should be close to but not moderate to severe frontal, near contacting the neck. Improper frontal, or rear crash if the threshold shoulder belt height adjustment conditions for pretensioner could reduce the effectiveness of activation are met. Safety belt the safety belt in a crash. See How To move it down, push down on the pretensioners can also help tighten to Wear Safety Belts Properly on release button and move the height the safety belts in a side crash or a page 3-14. adjuster to the desired position. You rollover event. can move the height adjuster up by Pretensioners work only once. If the pushing up on the shoulder belt pretensioners activate in a crash, guide. they will need to be replaced, and After the adjuster is set to the probably other new parts for the desired position, try to move it down vehicle's safety belt system. See without pushing the release button Replacing Safety Belt System Parts to make sure it has locked into after a Crash on page 3-20. position. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (18,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Rear Safety Belt Comfort Second Row Outboard Seating Guides Positions The vehicle has comfort guides for { Warning the second row outboard seating positions. The comfort guides are A safety belt that is not properly stored on a clip on the interior trim worn may not provide the next to the outboard seatback. protection needed in a crash. The To install: person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take 2. Place the guide over the belt, belt restraining forces. and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. Rear safety belt comfort guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide positions the shoulder belt away 1. Remove the guide from its from the neck and head. storage clip on the interior trim next to the outboard seatback. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (19,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Third Row Seating Positions Comfort guides are available through your dealer for the third row seating positions. Instructions are included with the guide. Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to 3. Be sure that the belt is not 4. Buckle, position, and release the be seriously injured if they do not twisted and it lies flat. The safety belt as described wear safety belts. elastic cord must be behind the previously in this section. Make belt with the plastic guide on the sure the shoulder portion of the front. belt is on the shoulder and not falling off of it. The belt should be close to, but not contacting, the neck. To remove and store the comfort guide, squeeze the belt edges together so that the safety belt can be removed from the guide. Slide the guide onto its storage clip. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (20,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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A pregnant woman should wear a use it for securing child seats. To Safety Belt Care lap-shoulder belt, and the lap wear it, attach it to the regular safety portion should be worn as low as belt. See the instruction sheet that Keep belts clean and dry. possible, below the rounding, comes with the extender. throughout the pregnancy. { Warning Safety System Check The best way to protect the fetus is Do not bleach or dye safety belts. to protect the mother. When a safety Now and then, check that the safety It may severely weaken them. In belt is worn properly, it is more likely belt reminder light, safety belts, a crash, they might not be able to that the fetus will not be hurt in a buckles, latch plates, retractors, and provide adequate protection. crash. For pregnant women, as for anchorages are all working properly. anyone, the key to making safety Clean safety belts only with mild Look for any other loose or soap and lukewarm water. belts effective is wearing them damaged safety belt system parts properly. that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job. See your dealer Replacing Safety Belt Safety Belt Extender to have it repaired. Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a System Parts after a If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten Crash around you, you should use it. crash. They can rip apart under impact forces. If a belt is torn or But if a safety belt is not long frayed, get a new one right away. { Warning enough, your dealer will order you Make sure the safety belt reminder an extender. When you go in to A crash can damage the safety order it, take the heaviest coat you light is working. See Safety Belt Reminders on page 5-13. belt system in the vehicle. will wear, so the extender will be A damaged safety belt system long enough for you. To help avoid Keep safety belts clean and dry. may not properly protect the personal injury, do not let someone See Safety Belt Care on page 3-20. person using it, resulting in else use it, and use it only for the serious injury or even death in a seat it is made to fit. The extender has been designed for adults. Never (Continued) Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (21,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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New parts and repairs may be Airbag System Warning (Continued) necessary even if the safety belt system was not being used at the The vehicle has the following crash. To help make sure the time of the crash. airbags: safety belt systems are working properly after a crash, have them Have the safety belt pretensioners . A frontal airbag for the driver. inspected and any necessary checked if the vehicle has been in a . A frontal airbag for the front replacements made as soon as crash, or if the airbag readiness light outboard passenger. possible. stays on after you start the vehicle or while you are driving. See Airbag . A front center airbag for the Readiness Light on page 5-14. driver and front outboard After a minor crash, replacement of passenger. safety belts may not be necessary. . A seat-mounted side impact But the safety belt assemblies that airbag for the driver. were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged. . A seat-mounted side impact See your dealer to have the safety airbag for the front outboard belt assemblies inspected or passenger. replaced. . A roof-rail airbag for the driver and for the second and third row passengers seated directly behind the driver. . A roof-rail airbag for the front outboard passenger and the second and third row passengers seated directly behind the front outboard passenger. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (22,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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All vehicle airbags have the word Here are the most important things AIRBAG on the trim or on an to know about the airbag system: { Warning attached label near the deployment opening. Because airbags inflate with great { Warning force and faster than the blink of For frontal airbags, the word You can be severely injured or an eye, anyone who is up AIRBAG is on the center of the against, or very close to any steering wheel for the driver and on killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt, even airbag when it inflates can be the instrument panel for the front seriously injured or killed. Do not outboard passenger. with airbags. Airbags are designed to work with safety sit unnecessarily close to any For the front center airbag, the word belts, not replace them. Also, airbag, as you would be if sitting AIRBAG is on the inboard side of airbags are not designed to inflate on the edge of the seat or leaning the driver seatback. in every crash. In some crashes forward. Safety belts help keep For seat-mounted side impact safety belts are the only restraint. you in position before and during airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the See When Should an Airbag a crash. Always wear a safety side of the seatback closest to Inflate? on page 3-25. belt, even with airbags. The driver the door. should sit as far back as possible Wearing your safety belt during a while still maintaining control of For roof-rail airbags, the word crash helps reduce the chance of AIRBAG is on the ceiling or trim. the vehicle. hitting things inside the vehicle or Airbags are designed to supplement being ejected from it. Airbags are Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the front center the protection provided by safety “supplemental restraints” to the belts. Even though today's airbags safety belts. Everyone in the armrest or console in vehicles are also designed to help reduce vehicle should wear a safety belt with a front center airbag. the risk of injury from the force of an properly, whether or not there is (Continued) inflating bag, all airbags must inflate an airbag for that person. very quickly to do their job. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (23,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Where Are the Airbags? Warning (Continued)
Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door or side windows in seating positions with seat-mounted side impact airbags There is an airbag readiness light and/or roof-rail airbags. on the instrument cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag { Warning electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an Children who are up against, electrical problem. See Airbag or very close to, any airbag when Readiness Light on page 5-14 for it inflates can be seriously injured more information. The driver frontal airbag is in the or killed. Always secure children center of the steering wheel. properly in the vehicle. To read how, see Older Children on page 3-35 or Infants and Young Children on page 3-37. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (24,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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The front outboard passenger The front center airbag is in the Driver Side Shown, Passenger frontal airbag is in the passenger inboard side of the driver seatback. Side Similar side instrument panel. The driver and front outboard passenger seat-mounted side impact airbags are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (25,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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When Should an Airbag Warning (Continued) Inflate? that person causing severe injury This vehicle is equipped with or even death. The path of an airbags. See Airbag System on inflating airbag must be kept page 3-21. Airbags are designed to clear. Do not put anything inflate if the impact exceeds the between an occupant and an specific airbag system's deployment airbag, and do not attach or put threshold. Deployment thresholds anything on the steering wheel are used to predict how severe a hub or on or near any other crash is likely to be in time for the airbag covering. airbags to inflate and help restrain Driver Side Shown, Passenger Do not use seat or console the occupants. The vehicle has electronic sensors that help the Side Similar accessories that block the airbag system determine the inflation path of a seat-mounted The roof-rail airbags for the driver, severity of the impact. Deployment front outboard passenger, and side impact airbag or the front thresholds can vary with specific second and third row outboard center airbag. vehicle design. passengers are in the ceiling above Never secure anything to the roof the side windows. Frontal airbags are designed to of a vehicle with roof-rail airbags inflate in moderate to severe frontal by routing a rope or tie-down or near frontal crashes to help { Warning through any door or window reduce the potential for severe opening. If you do, the path of an injuries, mainly to the driver's or If something is between an inflating roof-rail airbag will be front outboard passenger's head occupant and an airbag, the blocked. and chest. airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into Whether the frontal airbags will or should inflate is not based primarily (Continued) on how fast the vehicle is traveling. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (26,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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It depends on what is hit, the side. The front center airbag is not system predicts that the vehicle is direction of the impact, and how designed to inflate in frontal about to roll over on its side, or in a quickly the vehicle slows down. impacts, near frontal impacts, severe frontal impact. Frontal airbags may inflate at or rear impacts. In any particular crash, no one can different crash speeds depending on Seat-mounted side impact airbags say whether an airbag should have whether the vehicle hits an object are designed to inflate in moderate inflated simply because of the straight on or at an angle, and to severe side crashes depending vehicle damage or the repair costs. whether the object is fixed or on the location of the impact. moving, rigid or deformable, narrow Seat-mounted side impact airbags What Makes an Airbag or wide. are not designed to inflate in frontal Inflate? Frontal airbags are not intended to impacts, near frontal impacts, In a deployment event, the sensing inflate during vehicle rollovers, rear rollovers, or rear impacts. system sends an electrical signal impacts, or many side impacts. A seat-mounted side impact airbag is designed to inflate on the side of triggering a release of gas from the In addition, the vehicle has the vehicle that is struck. inflator. Gas from the inflator fills the advanced technology frontal airbag causing the bag to break out Roof-rail airbags are designed to airbags. Advanced technology of the cover. The inflator, the airbag, inflate in moderate to severe side frontal airbags adjust the restraint and related hardware are all part of crashes depending on the location according to crash severity. the airbag module. of the impact. In addition, these The front center airbag is designed roof-rail airbags are designed to For airbag locations, see Where Are to inflate in moderate to severe side inflate during a rollover or in a the Airbags? on page 3-23. crashes depending upon the severe frontal impact. Roof-rail location of the impact, when either airbags are not designed to inflate in How Does an Airbag side of the vehicle is struck. In rear impacts. Both roof-rail airbags Restrain? addition, the front center airbag is will inflate when either side of the designed to inflate when the vehicle is struck, if the sensing In moderate to severe frontal or sensing system predicts that the near frontal collisions, even belted vehicle is about to roll over on its occupants can contact the steering Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (27,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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wheel or the instrument panel. In Airbags should never be regarded airbags. Airbag inflation does not moderate to severe side collisions, as anything more than a supplement prevent the driver from seeing out of even belted occupants can contact to safety belts. the windshield or being able to steer the inside of the vehicle. the vehicle, nor does it prevent Airbags supplement the protection What Will You See after people from leaving the vehicle. provided by safety belts by an Airbag Inflates? distributing the force of the impact { Warning After the frontal airbags and more evenly over the seat-mounted side impact airbags occupant's body. When an airbag inflates, there inflate, they quickly deflate, so may be dust in the air. This dust Rollover capable roof-rail airbags quickly that some people may not could cause breathing problems are also designed to help contain even realize an airbag inflated. The for people with a history of the head and chest of occupants in front center airbag and roof-rail asthma or other breathing trouble. the outboard seating positions in the airbags may still be at least partially To avoid this, everyone in the first, second, and third rows. The inflated for some time after they vehicle should get out as soon as rollover capable roof-rail airbags are inflate. Some components of the it is safe to do so. If you have designed to help reduce the risk of airbag module may be hot for breathing problems but cannot full or partial ejection in rollover several minutes. For location of the events, although no system can airbags, see Where Are the get out of the vehicle after an prevent all such ejections. Airbags? on page 3-23. airbag inflates, then get fresh air by opening a window or a door. But airbags would not help in many The parts of the airbag that come If you experience breathing types of collisions, primarily into contact with you may be warm, problems following an airbag because the occupant's motion is but not too hot to touch. There may deployment, you should seek not toward those airbags. See When be some smoke and dust coming medical attention. Should an Airbag Inflate? on from the vents in the deflated page 3-25 for more information. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (28,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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The vehicle has a feature that may . The vehicle has a crash sensing automatically unlock the doors, turn Warning (Continued) and diagnostic module which on the interior lamps and hazard records information after a warning flashers, and shut off the Use caution if you should attempt crash. See Vehicle Data fuel system after the airbags inflate. to restart the engine after a crash Recording and Privacy on The feature may also activate, has occurred. page 13-14 and Event Data without airbag inflation, after an Recorders on page 13-14. event that exceeds a predetermined In many crashes severe enough to . Let only qualified technicians threshold. You can lock the doors, inflate the airbag, windshields are work on the airbag systems. and turn off the interior lamps and broken by vehicle deformation. Improper service can mean that hazard warning flashers by using Additional windshield breakage may an airbag system will not work the controls for those features. also occur from the front outboard properly. See your dealer for passenger airbag. service. { Warning . Airbags are designed to inflate only once. After an airbag Passenger Sensing A crash severe enough to inflate inflates, you will need some new the airbags may have also System parts for the airbag system. The vehicle has a passenger damaged important functions in If you do not get them, the sensing system for the front the vehicle, such as the fuel airbag system will not be there outboard passenger position. The system, brake and steering to help protect you in another passenger airbag status indicator systems, etc. Even if the vehicle crash. A new system will include will light on the instrument panel appears to be drivable after a airbag modules and possibly when the vehicle is started. moderate crash, there may be other parts. The service manual concealed damage that could for the vehicle covers the need make it difficult to safely operate to replace other parts. the vehicle. (Continued) Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (29,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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certain conditions. No other airbag is affected by the passenger { Warning sensing system. A child in a rear-facing child The passenger sensing system restraint can be seriously injured works with sensors that are part of or killed if the passenger frontal the front outboard passenger seat. airbag inflates. This is because United States The sensors are designed to detect the back of the rear-facing child the presence of a properly-seated restraint would be very close to occupant and determine if the front the inflating airbag. A child in a outboard passenger frontal airbag forward-facing child restraint can should be allowed to inflate or not. be seriously injured or killed if the According to accident statistics, passenger frontal airbag inflates children are safer when properly and the passenger seat is in a Canada and Mexico secured in a rear seat in the correct forward position. child restraint for their weight The words ON and OFF, or the and size. Even if the passenger sensing symbol for on and off, will be visible system has turned off the during the system check. When the Whenever possible, children age passenger frontal airbag, no 12 and under should be secured in system check is complete, either the system is fail-safe. No one can a rear seating position. word ON or OFF, or the symbol for guarantee that an airbag will not on or off, will be visible. See Never put a rear-facing child seat in inflate under some unusual Passenger Airbag Status Indicator the front. This is because the risk to circumstance, even though the on page 5-14. the rear-facing child is so great, airbag is off. if the airbag inflates. The passenger sensing system (Continued) turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (30,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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. There is a critical problem with frontal airbag, depending upon the Warning (Continued) the airbag system or the person’s seating posture and body passenger sensing system. build. Everyone in the vehicle who Secure rear-facing child restraints When the passenger sensing has outgrown child restraints should in a rear seat, even if the airbag system has turned off the front wear a safety belt properly — is off. If you secure a outboard passenger frontal airbag, whether or not there is an airbag for forward-facing child restraint in the off indicator will light and stay lit that person. the front outboard passenger as a reminder that the airbag is off. seat, always move the seat as far See Passenger Airbag Status { Warning back as it will go. It is better to Indicator on page 5-14. secure the child restraint in a If the airbag readiness light ever The passenger sensing system is rear seat. comes on and stays on, it means designed to turn on the front outboard passenger frontal airbag that something may be wrong The passenger sensing system is anytime the system senses that a with the airbag system. To help designed to turn off the front person of adult size is sitting avoid injury to yourself or others, outboard passenger frontal airbag if: properly in the front outboard have the vehicle serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness . The front outboard passenger passenger seat. Light on page 5-14 for more seat is unoccupied. When the passenger sensing information, including important system has allowed the airbag to be . The system determines that an safety information. infant is present in a child enabled, the on indicator will light restraint. and stay lit as a reminder that the airbag is active. . A front outboard passenger takes his/her weight off of the For some children, including seat for a period of time. children in child restraints, and for very small adults, the passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the front outboard passenger Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (31,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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If the On Indicator Is Lit for a 5. If, after reinstalling the child If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an Child Restraint restraint and restarting the Adult-Sized Occupant vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, The passenger sensing system is turn the vehicle off. Then slightly designed to turn off the front recline the vehicle seatback and outboard passenger frontal airbag if adjust the seat cushion, the system determines that an infant if adjustable, to make sure that is present in a child restraint. If a the vehicle seatback is not child restraint has been installed pushing the child restraint into and the on indicator is lit: the seat cushion. 1. Turn the vehicle off. Also make sure the child 2. Remove the child restraint from restraint is not trapped under the the vehicle. vehicle head restraint. If this happens, adjust the head 3. Remove any additional items restraint. See Head Restraints from the seat such as blankets, on page 3-2. cushions, seat covers, seat If a person of adult size is sitting in heaters, or seat massagers. 6. Restart the vehicle. the front outboard passenger seat, but the off indicator is lit, it could be 4. Reinstall the child restraint The passenger sensing system because that person is not sitting following the directions provided may or may not turn off the properly in the seat. Use the by the child restraint airbag for a child in a child following steps to allow the system manufacturer and refer to restraint depending upon the to detect that person and enable the Securing Child Restraints (Rear child s size. It is better to secure ’ front outboard passenger frontal Seat) on page 3-50 or Securing the child restraint in a rear seat. airbag: Child Restraints (Front Passenger Seat) on page 3-52. 1. Turn the vehicle off. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (32,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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2. Remove any additional material operates. We recommend that you from the seat, such as blankets, Warning (Continued) not use seat covers or other cushions, seat covers, seat aftermarket equipment except when heaters, or seat massagers. Also serious injury or even death. An approved by GM for your specific remove laptops, or other adult-sized occupant should not vehicle. See Adding Equipment to electronic devices. ride in the front outboard the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on passenger seat, if the passenger page 3-33 for more information 3. Place the seatback in the fully airbag off indicator is lit. upright position. about modifications that can affect how the system operates. 4. Have the person sit upright in Additional Factors Affecting the seat, centered on the seat A wet seat can affect the cushion, with legs comfortably System Operation performance of the passenger sensing system. Here is how: extended. Safety belts help keep the . 5. Restart the vehicle and have the passenger in position on the seat The passenger sensing system person remain in this position for during vehicle maneuvers and may turn off the passenger two to three minutes after the on braking, which helps the passenger airbag when liquid is soaked into indicator is lit. sensing system maintain the the seat. If this happens, the off passenger airbag status. See indicator will be lit, and the “Safety Belts” and “Child Restraints” airbag readiness light on the { Warning in the Index for additional instrument panel will also be lit. If the front outboard passenger information about the importance of . Liquid pooled on the seat that proper restraint use. airbag is turned off for an has not soaked in may make it adult-sized occupant, the airbag A thick layer of additional material, more likely that the passenger will not be able to inflate and help such as a blanket or cushion, sensing system will turn on the protect that person in a crash, or aftermarket equipment such as passenger airbag while a child resulting in an increased risk of seat covers, seat heaters, and seat restraint or child occupant is on massagers can affect how well the (Continued) passenger sensing system Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (33,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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the seat. If the passenger airbag Servicing the is turned on, the on indicator will Warning (Continued) be lit. Airbag-Equipped Vehicle proper service procedures, and If the passenger seat gets wet, dry Airbags affect how the vehicle should be serviced. There are parts make sure the person performing the seat immediately. If the airbag work for you is qualified to do so. readiness light is lit, do not install a of the airbag system in several child restraint or allow anyone to places around the vehicle. Your occupy the seat. See Airbag dealer and the service manual have Adding Equipment to the information about servicing the Readiness Light on page 5-14 for Airbag-Equipped Vehicle important safety information. vehicle and the airbag system. To purchase a service manual, see Adding accessories that change the The on indicator may be lit if an Service Publications Ordering vehicle's frame, bumper system, object, such as a briefcase, Information on page 13-11. height, front end, or side sheet handbag, grocery bag, laptop or metal may keep the airbag system other electronic device, is put on an { Warning from working properly. unoccupied seat. If this is not The operation of the airbag system desired remove the object from For up to 10 seconds after the can also be affected by changing the seat. vehicle is turned off and the any parts of the front seats, safety battery is disconnected, an airbag { Warning belts, airbag sensing and diagnostic can still inflate during improper module, steering wheel, instrument service. You can be injured if you panel, roof-rail airbag modules, Stowing of articles under the are close to an airbag when it passenger seat or between the ceiling or pillar garnish trim, inflates. Avoid yellow connectors. overhead console, front sensors, passenger seat cushion and They are probably part of the seatback may interfere with the side impact sensors, airbag wiring, airbag system. Be sure to follow or front center console. proper operation of the passenger sensing system. (Continued) Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (34,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Your dealer and the service manual If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail have information about the location airbags, see Different Size Tires { Caution of the airbag sensors, sensing and and Wheels on page 10-52 for diagnostic module, and airbag additional information. If an airbag covering is damaged, wiring. opened, or broken, the airbag If you have to modify your vehicle may not work properly. Do not In addition, the vehicle has a because you have a disability and open or break the airbag passenger sensing system that you have questions about whether coverings. If there are any includes sensors as part of the front the modifications will affect the opened or broken airbag outboard passenger seat. The vehicle's airbag system, or if you coverings, have the airbag passenger sensing system may not have questions about whether the covering and/or airbag module operate properly if the original seat airbag system will be affected if the trim is replaced with non-GM vehicle is modified for any other replaced. For the location of the covers, upholstery, or trim, or; with reason, call Customer Assistance. airbags, see Where Are the GM covers, upholstery, or trim See Customer Assistance Offices Airbags? on page 3-23. See your designed for a different vehicle. Any on page 13-3. dealer for service. object, such as an aftermarket seat heater or a comfort-enhancing pad Airbag System Check Replacing Airbag System or device, installed under or on top of the seat fabric, could also The airbag system does not need Parts after a Crash interfere with the operation of the regularly scheduled maintenance or passenger sensing system. This replacement. Make sure the airbag { Warning could either prevent proper readiness light is working. See deployment of the passenger Airbag Readiness Light on A crash can damage the airbag airbag(s) or prevent the passenger page 5-14. systems in the vehicle. sensing system from properly A damaged airbag system may turning off the passenger airbag(s). not work properly and may not See Passenger Sensing System on (Continued) page 3-28. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (35,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Child Restraints The manufacturer instructions that Warning (Continued) come with the booster seat state the weight and height limitations for that protect you and your Older Children booster. Use a booster seat with a passenger(s) in a crash, resulting lap-shoulder belt until the child in serious injury or even death. To passes the fit test below: help make sure the airbag systems are working properly . Sit all the way back on the seat. after a crash, have them Do the knees bend at the seat edge? If yes, continue. If no, inspected and any necessary return to the booster seat. replacements made as soon as possible. . Buckle the lap-shoulder belt. Does the shoulder belt rest on the shoulder? If yes, continue. If an airbag inflates, you will need to If no, try using the rear safety replace airbag system parts. See belt comfort guide, if available. your dealer for service. See “Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides under Lap-Shoulder Belt If the airbag readiness light stays on Older children who have outgrown ” on page 3-15. If a comfort guide after the vehicle is started or comes booster seats should wear the is not available, or if the on when you are driving, the airbag vehicle safety belts. system may not work properly. Have shoulder belt still does not rest the vehicle serviced right away. See on the shoulder, then return to Airbag Readiness Light on the booster seat. page 5-14. . Does the lap belt fit low and snug on the hips, touching the thighs? If yes, continue. If no, return to the booster seat. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (36,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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. Can proper safety belt fit be According to accident statistics, maintained for the length of the children are safer when properly trip? If yes, continue. If no, restrained in a rear seating position. return to the booster seat. In a crash, children who are not Q: What is the proper way to buckled up can strike other people wear safety belts? who are buckled up, or can be A: An older child should wear a thrown out of the vehicle. Older lap-shoulder belt and get the children need to use safety belts additional restraint a shoulder properly. belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or { Warning neck. The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips, just Never allow more than one child touching the top of the thighs. to wear the same safety belt. The { Warning This applies belt force to the safety belt cannot properly spread Never allow a child to wear the child's pelvic bones in a crash. the impact forces. In a crash, they safety belt with the shoulder belt It should never be worn over the can be crushed together and behind their back. A child can be abdomen, which could cause seriously injured. A safety belt seriously injured by not wearing severe or even fatal internal must be used by only one person injuries in a crash. the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a at a time. crash, the child would not be Also see “Rear Safety Belt Comfort restrained by the shoulder belt. Guides” under Lap-Shoulder Belt on The child could move too far page 3-15. forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury. The child might also slide under the lap (Continued) Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (37,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Infants and Young Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Children belt. The belt force would then be Everyone in a vehicle needs the way back into the retractor, applied right on the abdomen. protection! This includes infants and but it cannot do this if it is That could cause serious or fatal all other children. Neither the wrapped around a child’s neck. injuries. The shoulder belt should distance traveled nor the age and If the shoulder belt is locked and go over the shoulder and across size of the traveler changes the tightened around a child’s neck, the chest. need, for everyone, to use safety the only way to loosen the belt is restraints. In fact, the law in every to cut it. state in the United States and in Never leave children unattended every Canadian province says in a vehicle and never allow children up to some age must be children to play with the safety restrained while in a vehicle. belts. { Warning Every time infants and young Children can be seriously injured children ride in vehicles, they should or strangled if a shoulder belt is have the protection provided by wrapped around their neck. The appropriate child restraints. Neither shoulder belt can tighten but the vehicle’s safety belt system nor cannot be loosened if it is locked. its airbag system is designed The shoulder belt locks when it is for them. pulled all the way out of the Children who are not restrained retractor. It unlocks when the properly can strike other people, shoulder belt is allowed to go all or can be thrown out of the vehicle. (Continued) Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (38,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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{ Warning Warning (Continued)
Never hold an infant or a child restraint must be secured in the while riding in a vehicle. Due to front passenger seat, always crash forces, an infant or a child move the front passenger seat as will become so heavy it is not far back as it will go. possible to hold it during a crash. If a child restraint is installed in For example, in a crash at only the second row center seat, move 40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb) the second row seat to the infant will suddenly become a rearward position, whenever 110 kg (240 lb) force on a person's possible, to minimize contact with arms. An infant should be the front center airbag. secured in an appropriate { Warning restraint. Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the front passenger seat. Secure a rear-facing child restraint in a rear seat. It is also better to secure a forward-facing child restraint in a rear seat. If a forward-facing child (Continued) Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (39,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Q: What are the different types of The restraint manufacturer add-on child restraints? instructions that come with the { Warning A: Add-on child restraints, which restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular A young child's hip bones are still are purchased by the vehicle so small that the vehicle's regular owner, are available in four basic child restraint. In addition, there are many kinds of restraints safety belt may not remain low on types. Selection of a particular the hip bones, as it should. restraint should take into available for children with special needs. Instead, it may settle up around consideration not only the child's the child's abdomen. In a crash, weight, height, and age but also the belt would apply force on a whether or not the restraint will { Warning body area that is unprotected by be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used. To reduce the risk of neck and any bony structure. This alone head injury during a crash, infants could cause serious or fatal For most basic types of child need complete support. In a injuries. To reduce the risk of restraints, there are many crash, if an infant is in a serious or fatal injuries during a different models available. When crash, young children should purchasing a child restraint, be rear-facing child restraint, the always be secured in appropriate sure it is designed to be used in crash forces can be distributed a motor vehicle. If it is, the across the strongest part of an child restraints. restraint will have a label saying infant's body, the back and that it meets federal motor shoulders. Infants should always vehicle safety standards. be secured in rear-facing child restraints. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (40,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Child Restraint Systems
Forward-Facing Child Seat Booster Seats Rear-Facing Infant Seat A forward-facing child seat provides A booster seat is a child restraint restraint for the child's body with the designed to improve the fit of the A rear-facing infant seat provides harness. vehicle's safety belt system. restraint with the seating surface A booster seat can also help a child against the back of the infant. to see out the window. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (41,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Securing an Add-On Child Children can be endangered in a Administration (NHTSA) website to Restraint in the Vehicle crash if the child restraint is not locate the nearest child safety seat properly secured in the vehicle. inspection station. For CPST { Warning When securing an add-on child availability in Canada, check with restraint, refer to the instructions Transport Canada or the Provincial A child can be seriously injured or that come with the restraint which Ministry of Transportation office. killed in a crash if the child may be on the restraint itself or in a Securing the Child Within the restraint is not properly secured in booklet, or both, and to this manual. Child Restraint the vehicle. Secure the child The child restraint instructions are restraint properly in the vehicle important, so if they are not { Warning using the vehicle safety belt or available, obtain a replacement LATCH system, following the copy from the manufacturer. A child can be seriously injured or instructions that came with that Keep in mind that an unsecured killed in a crash if the child is not child restraint and the instructions child restraint can move around in a properly secured in the child in this manual. collision or sudden stop and injure restraint. Secure the child people in the vehicle. Be sure to properly following the instructions To help reduce the chance of injury, properly secure any child restraint in that came with that child restraint. the child restraint must be secured the vehicle — even when no child is in the vehicle. Child restraint in it. systems must be secured in vehicle In some areas of the United States Where to Put the seats by lap belts or the lap belt and Canada, Certified Child Restraint portion of a lap-shoulder belt, or by Passenger Safety Technicians According to accident statistics, the LATCH system. See Lower (CPSTs) are available to inspect children and infants are safer when Anchors and Tethers for Children and demonstrate how to correctly properly restrained in a child (LATCH System) on page 3-43. use and install child restraints. In restraint system or infant restraint the U.S., refer to the National system secured in a rear seating Highway Traffic Safety position. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (42,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Whenever possible, children age 12 and under should be secured in Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) a rear seating position. injured or killed if the right front See Passenger Sensing System The vehicle is equipped with a front passenger airbag inflates and the on page 3-28 for additional center airbag in the inboard side of passenger seat is in a forward information. the driver seat. Even with a front position. center airbag, a child restraint can If a child restraint is installed in a be installed in any second row Even if the passenger sensing second row center seat, move the seating position. system has turned off the right second row seat to the rearward front passenger frontal airbag, no position, whenever possible, to Never put a rear-facing child seat in system is fail-safe. No one can minimize contact with the front the front. This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great if the guarantee that an airbag will not center airbag. airbag deploys. deploy under some unusual circumstance, even though it is When securing a child restraint in a turned off. Secure rear-facing { Warning rear seating position, study the child restraints in a rear seat, instructions that came with the child A child in a rear-facing child even if the front passenger frontal restraint to make sure it is restraint can be seriously injured airbag is off. compatible with this vehicle. or killed if the right front It is also better to secure a Child restraints and booster seats passenger airbag inflates. This is forward-facing child restraint in a vary considerably in size, and some because the back of the rear seat. If a forward-facing child may fit in certain seating positions rear-facing child restraint would restraint must be secured in the better than others. be very close to the inflating right front seat, always move the Depending on where you place the airbag. A child in a forward-facing front passenger seat as far back child restraint and the size of the child restraint can be seriously as it will go. child restraint, you may not be able (Continued) (Continued) to access adjacent safety belt assemblies or LATCH anchors for Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (43,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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additional passengers or child vehicle. The LATCH system is Make sure to follow the instructions restraints. Adjacent seating designed to make installation of a that came with the child restraint, positions should not be used if the child restraint easier. and also the instructions in this child restraint prevents access to or In order to use the LATCH system in manual. interferes with the routing of the your vehicle, you need a child When installing a child restraint with safety belt. restraint that has LATCH a top tether, you must also use Wherever a child restraint is attachments. LATCH-compatible either the lower anchors or the installed, be sure to secure the child rear-facing and forward-facing child safety belts to properly secure the restraint properly. seats can be properly installed child restraint. A child restraint must Keep in mind that an unsecured using either the LATCH anchors or never be installed using only the top child restraint can move around in a the vehicle’s safety belts. Do not tether and anchor. collision or sudden stop and injure use both the safety belts and the The LATCH anchorage system can people in the vehicle. Be sure to LATCH anchorage system to secure be used until the combined weight properly secure any child restraint in a rear-facing or forward-facing of the child plus the child restraint is child seat. the vehicle — even when no child is 29.5 kg (65 lbs). Use the safety belt in it. Booster seats use the vehicle’s alone instead of the LATCH safety belts to secure the child in anchorage system once the Lower Anchors and the booster seat. If the manufacturer combined weight is more than Tethers for Children recommends that the booster seat 29.5 kg (65 lbs). be secured with the LATCH system, (LATCH System) The following explains how to attach this can be done as long as the a child restraint with these The LATCH system secures a child booster seat can be positioned attachments in the vehicle. restraint during driving or in a crash. properly and there is no interference LATCH attachments on the child with the proper positioning of the Not all vehicle seating positions or restraint are used to attach the child lap-shoulder belt on the child. child restraints have lower anchors restraint to the anchors in the and attachments or top tether anchors and attachments. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (44,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor The child restraint may have a single tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Either will have a single attachment (2) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints with top tethers are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached. Others require the top tether always to be attached. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. Be sure to read and follow Lower anchors (1) are metal bars A top tether (3, 4) anchors the top of the instructions for your child built into the vehicle. There are two the child restraint to the vehicle. restraint. lower anchors for each LATCH A top tether anchor is built into the seating position that will vehicle. The top tether accommodate a child restraint with attachment (2) on the child restraint lower attachments (2). connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (45,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations
Second Row — 60/40 Bench Third Row I (Top Tether Anchor): Seating I (Top Tether Anchor): Seating Second Row — Bucket positions with top tether anchors. positions with top tether anchors. I (Top Tether Anchor): Seating H (Lower Anchor): Seating positions with top tether anchors. positions with two lower anchors. H (Lower Anchor): Seating positions with two lower anchors.
To assist in locating the lower anchors, each second row anchor position has a label, near the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (46,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Be sure to use an anchor on the that the top tether be attached, or if same side of the vehicle as the the instructions that come with the seating position where the child child restraint say that the top tether restraint will be placed. must be attached. According to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when To assist in locating the top tether properly restrained in a child anchors, the top tether anchor restraint system or infant restraint symbol is near the anchor. system secured in a rear seating position. See Where to Put the Restraint on page 3-41 for additional information. Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System Third Row { Warning The third row has one top tether anchor at the bottom rear of the If a LATCH-type child restraint is center seatback. This anchor should not attached to anchors or with be used for the center seating the safety belt, the child restraint Second Row Bucket Shown, — position only. Never install two top will not be able to protect the child Bench Similar tethers using the same top tether correctly. In a crash, the child anchor. The top tether anchors are at the could be seriously injured or bottom rear of the seatback for each Do not secure a child restraint in a killed. Install a LATCH-type child seating position in the second row. position without a top tether anchor (Continued) if a national or local law requires Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (47,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Warning (Continued) { Warning { Caution
restraint properly using the Children can be seriously injured Do not let the LATCH anchors, or use the vehicle safety or strangled if a shoulder belt is attachments rub against the belts to secure the restraint, wrapped around their neck. The vehicle’s safety belts. This may following the instructions that shoulder belt can tighten but damage these parts. If necessary, came with the child restraint and cannot be loosened if it is locked. move buckled safety belts to the instructions in this manual. The shoulder belt locks when it is avoid rubbing the LATCH pulled all the way out of the attachments. retractor. It unlocks when the Do not fold the empty rear seat shoulder belt is allowed to go all { Warning with a safety belt buckled. This the way back into the retractor, could damage the safety belt or To reduce the risk of serious or but it cannot do this if it is the seat. Unbuckle and return the fatal injuries during a crash, do wrapped around a child’s neck. safety belt to its stowed position, not attach more than one child If the shoulder belt is locked and before folding the seat. restraint to a single anchor. tightened around a child’s neck, Attaching more than one child the only way to loosen the belt is to cut it. The vehicle is equipped with a front restraint to a single anchor could center airbag in the inboard side of cause the anchor or attachment Buckle any unused safety belts the driver seat. Even with a front to come loose or even break behind the child restraint so center airbag, a child restraint can during a crash. A child or others children cannot reach them. Pull be installed in any second row could be injured. the shoulder belt all the way out seating position. If a child restraint is of the retractor to set the lock, installed in a second row center and tighten the belt behind the seat, move the second row seat to child restraint after the child restraint has been installed. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (48,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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the rearward position, whenever child restraint manufacturer second row bench possible, to minimize contact with instructions and the instructions seatbacks are aligned at the front center airbag. in this manual. the same angle. If you need to secure more than one 1.1. Find the lower anchors for 2. If the child restraint manufacturer child restraint in the rear seat, see the desired seating recommends that the top tether Where to Put the Restraint on position. be attached, attach and tighten page 3-41. 1.2. To access the lower the top tether to the top tether This system is designed to make anchors in the second row, anchor, if the vehicle has one. installation of child restraints easier. it may help to recline the Refer to the child restraint When using lower anchors, do not seatback. instructions and the following steps: use the vehicle's safety belts. Third row seatbacks must Instead, use the vehicle's anchors be upright before placing 2.1. Find the top tether anchor. and child restraint attachments to the child restraint on 2.2. Route, attach, and tighten secure the restraints. Some the seat. the top tether according to restraints also use another vehicle your child restraint anchor to secure a top tether. 1.3. Put the child restraint on the seat. instructions and the 1. Attach and tighten the lower following instructions: attachments to the lower 1.4. Attach and tighten the lower anchors. If the child restraint attachments on the child does not have lower restraint to the lower attachments or the desired anchors. seating position does not have If necessary, adjust the lower anchors, secure the child angle of the second row restraint with the top tether and seatback to achieve a tight the safety belts. Refer to your installation. Make sure the Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (49,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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If the position you are using using a single tether, route does not have a headrest the tether over the headrest or head restraint and you or head restraint. are using a single tether, 3. Before placing a child in the route the tether over the child restraint, make sure it is seatback. securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the LATCH path and attempt to move it side to side and back If the position you are using and forth. There should be no has a fixed headrest or more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of head restraint and you are movement, for proper using a dual tether, route installation. the tether around the headrest or head restraint. Replacing LATCH System If the position you are using Parts After a Crash does not have a headrest or head restraint and you { Warning are using a dual tether, route the tether over the A crash can damage the LATCH seatback. system in the vehicle. A damaged LATCH system may not properly secure the child restraint, resulting in serious injury or even If the position you are using death in a crash. To help make has a fixed headrest or sure the LATCH system is head restraint and you are (Continued) Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (50,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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seat, move the second row seat to the instructions that come with the Warning (Continued) the rearward position, whenever child restraint say that the top strap possible, to minimize contact with must be anchored. working properly after a crash, the front center airbag. see your dealer to have the In Canada, the law requires that system inspected and any When securing a child restraint in a forward-facing child restraints have necessary replacements made as rear seating position, study the a top tether, and that the tether be soon as possible. instructions that came with the child attached. restraint to make sure it is If the child restraint or vehicle seat compatible with this vehicle. position does not have the LATCH If the vehicle has the LATCH system system, you will be using the safety and it was being used during a If the child restraint has the LATCH belt to secure the child restraint in crash, new LATCH system parts system, see Lower Anchors and this position. Be sure to follow the may be needed. Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3-43 for how and instructions that came with the child New parts and repairs may be where to install the child restraint restraint. Secure the child in the necessary even if the LATCH using LATCH. If a child restraint is child restraint when and as the system was not being used at the secured in the vehicle using a instructions say. time of the crash. safety belt and it uses a top tether, If more than one child restraint see Lower Anchors and Tethers for needs to be installed in the rear Securing Child Restraints Children (LATCH System) on seat, be sure to read Where to Put (Rear Seat) page 3-43 for top tether anchor the Restraint on page 3-41. locations. The vehicle is equipped with a front 1. Put the child restraint on center airbag in the inboard side of Do not secure a child seat in a the seat. position without a top tether anchor the driver seat. Even with a front 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run center airbag, a child restraint can if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored, or if the lap and shoulder portions of be installed in any second row the vehicle's safety belt through seating position. If you install a child restraint in a second row center Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (51,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how.
4. Pull the shoulder belt all the way 5. To tighten the belt, push down out of the retractor to set the on the child restraint, pull the lock. When the retractor lock is shoulder portion of the belt to set, the shoulder belt can be tighten the lap portion of the belt, 3. Push the latch plate into the tightened but not pulled out of and feed the shoulder belt back buckle until it clicks. the retractor. into the retractor. When installing a forward-facing child restraint, it Position the release button on may be helpful to use your knee the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. necessary. Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked. If the retractor is not locked, repeat Steps 4 and 5. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (52,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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6. If the child restraint has a top Securing Child Restraints tether, follow the child restraint { Warning manufacturer's instructions (Front Passenger Seat) regarding the use of the top The vehicle has airbags. A rear seat A child in a rear-facing child tether. See Lower Anchors and is a safer place to secure a restraint can be seriously injured Tethers for Children (LATCH forward-facing child restraint. See or killed if the front outboard System) on page 3-43 for more Where to Put the Restraint on passenger frontal airbag inflates. information. page 3-41. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would 7. Before placing a child in the In addition, the vehicle has a be very close to the inflating child restraint, make sure it is passenger sensing system which is airbag. A child in a forward-facing securely held in place. To check, designed to turn off the front child restraint can be seriously grasp the child restraint at the outboard passenger frontal airbag safety belt path and attempt to under certain conditions. See injured or killed if the front move it side to side and back Passenger Sensing System on outboard passenger frontal airbag and forth. When the child page 3-28 and Passenger Airbag inflates and the passenger seat is restraint is properly installed, Status Indicator on page 5-14 for in a forward position. there should be no more than more information, including Even if the passenger sensing 2.5 cm (1 in) of movement. important safety information. system has turned off the front To remove the child restraint, Never put a rear-facing child seat in outboard passenger frontal unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and the front. This is because the risk to airbag, no system is fail-safe. No let it return to the stowed position. the rear-facing child is so great, one can guarantee that an airbag If the top tether is attached to a top if the airbag deploys. will not deploy under some tether anchor, disconnect it. unusual circumstance, even though it is turned off. (Continued) Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (53,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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In Canada, the law requires that or around the restraint. The child Warning (Continued) forward-facing child restraints have restraint instructions will show a top tether, and that the tether be you how. Secure rear-facing child restraints attached. in a rear seat, even if the airbag is off. If you secure a When using the lap-shoulder belt to forward-facing child restraint in secure the child restraint in this the front seat, always move the position, follow the instructions that front passenger seat as far back came with the child restraint and the following instructions: as it will go. It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat. 1. Move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the See Passenger Sensing System forward-facing child restraint. on page 3-28 for additional information. When the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal If the child restraint uses a top airbag, the off indicator on the tether, see Lower Anchors and 4. Push the latch plate into the passenger airbag status buckle until it clicks. Tethers for Children (LATCH indicator should light and stay lit System) on page 3-43 for top tether when the vehicle is started. See Position the release button on anchor locations. Passenger Airbag Status the buckle so that the safety belt Do not secure a child seat in a Indicator on page 5-14. could be quickly unbuckled if necessary. position without a top tether anchor 2. Put the child restraint on if a national or local law requires the seat. that the top tether be anchored, or if the instructions that come with the 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run child restraint say that the top strap the lap and shoulder portions of must be anchored. the vehicle's safety belt through Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (54,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth. When the child restraint is properly installed, there should be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of movement. If the airbag is off, the off indicator in the passenger airbag status 5. Pull the shoulder belt all the way 6. To tighten the belt, push down indicator will come on and stay on out of the retractor to set the on the child restraint, pull the when the vehicle is started. lock. When the retractor lock is shoulder portion of the belt to If a child restraint has been installed set, the belt can be tightened but tighten the lap portion of the belt, and the on indicator is lit, see “If the not pulled out of the retractor. and feed the shoulder belt back On Indicator Is Lit for a Child into the retractor. When installing Restraint” under Passenger Sensing a forward-facing child restraint, it System on page 3-28 for more may be helpful to use your knee information. to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and Try to pull the belt out of the let it return to the stowed position. retractor to make sure the retractor is locked. If the retractor is not locked repeat Steps 5 and 6. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Storage 4-1
Storage Storage Instrument Panel Storage Compartments Storage Compartments Storage Compartments ...... 4-1 { Warning Instrument Panel Storage . . . . . 4-1 Glove Box ...... 4-2 Do not store heavy or sharp Cupholders ...... 4-2 objects in storage compartments. Armrest Storage ...... 4-2 In a crash, these objects may Center Console Storage ...... 4-2 cause the cover to open and could result in injury. Additional Storage Features Cargo Cover ...... 4-3 Cargo Tie-Downs ...... 4-3 Cargo Management System ...... 4-3 This vehicle has an instrument Convenience Net ...... 4-4 panel storage area. To open, press the button on the cover. Roof Rack System Roof Rack System ...... 4-5 The vehicle has an auxiliary input jack on the upper right side of the faceplate and a USB port in the instrument panel storage. See Auxiliary Devices on page 7-14. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
4-2 Storage
Glove Box Armrest Storage Center Console Storage Lift the glove box handle to open it. Use the key to lock and unlock the glove box. Cupholders There are two cupholders, with removable liners, in front of the center console. There may be cupholders in the second row seat armrest. To access, pull the armrest down. There are additional cupholders on each side of the third row seat and in each door. If equipped, the rear seat armrest Pull up the lever on the front of the may have two cupholders. Pull the center console armrest to slide it armrest down to access the forward and backward. To open the cupholders. armrest storage area, press the button on the front of the armrest. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Additional Storage Features Cargo Cover For vehicles with a cargo cover, it can be used to cover items in the rear of the vehicle. To install the cover, place the loops on each corner of the cover on the four hooks in the rear of the vehicle. The cover should be stored securely There is additional storage under when not in use. To remove the cargo management the armrest. Move the armrest all cover: the way to the rear position, then Cargo Tie-Downs 1. Open the cover. It remains open slide the storage cover back to when lifted. access. Four cargo tie‐downs are located in the rear compartment of the vehicle. 2. Pull the cover up making sure to There is a removable tray in the The tie-downs can be used to unhook the hinges at the rear of storage area. Pull up on the tray to secure small loads. the cover. remove and access the lower storage area and power outlet. See Cargo Management 3. Store the cover outside the Power Outlets on page 5-7. vehicle or reattach before System driving. There may be two charging USB ports on the rear of the console. This vehicle has a cargo See Auxiliary Devices on page 7-14. management system located in the rear. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Convenience Net For vehicles with a convenience { Warning net (4), attach it to the vehicle using only the cargo tie-downs (3) on An improperly latched and closed each side. The net is used to store cargo cover, or cargo cover left in small loads and should not be used the open position, could be for heavy loads. thrown about the vehicle during a crash or sudden maneuver. The cargo cover hooks (2) are used Someone could be injured. Be to attach the cargo cover (1) to the vehicle only. Do not use the hooks sure to return the cover to the to secure loads or other items to the closed position and latch before vehicle as the hooks could be driving. If the cover is removed, damaged. always store it outside of the vehicle. When it is replaced, always be sure that it is securely Power Liftgate Shown, Manual reattached. Liftgate Similar 1. Cargo Cover 2. Cargo Cover Hooks 3. Cargo Tie-Downs 4. Convenience Net Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Roof Rack System For vehicles with a roof rack, the To prevent damage or loss of cargo rack can be used to load items. For when driving, check to make sure roof racks that do not have crossrails and cargo are securely { Warning crossrails included, GM Certified fastened. Loading cargo on the roof crossrails can be purchased as an rack will make the vehicle’s center If something is carried on top of accessory. See your dealer for of gravity higher. Avoid high speeds, the vehicle that is longer or wider additional information. sudden starts, sharp turns, sudden than the roof rack — like paneling, braking, or abrupt maneuvers; plywood, or a mattress — the { Caution otherwise it may result in loss of wind can catch it while the vehicle control. If driving for a long distance, is being driven. The item being Loading cargo on the roof rack on rough roads, or at high speeds, carried could be violently torn off, that weighs more than 91 kg occasionally stop the vehicle to and this could cause a collision (200 lb) or hangs over the rear or make sure the cargo remains in its and damage the vehicle. Never sides of the vehicle may damage place. Do not exceed the maximum carry something longer or wider the vehicle. Load cargo so that it vehicle capacity when loading the than the roof rack on top of the rests evenly between the vehicle. vehicle unless using a GM crossrails and fasten cargo See Vehicle Load Limits on certified accessory carrier. securely. page 9-9. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Airbag Readiness Light ...... 5-14 Vehicle Messages Instruments and Passenger Airbag Status Vehicle Messages ...... 5-29 Controls Indicator ...... 5-14 Battery Voltage and Charging Charging System Light ...... 5-15 Messages ...... 5-29 Malfunction Brake System Messages . . . . 5-29 Controls Indicator Lamp ...... 5-15 Cruise Control Messages . . . . 5-30 Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . 5-2 Brake System Warning Door Ajar Messages ...... 5-30 Steering Wheel Controls ...... 5-3 Light ...... 5-18 Engine Cooling System Horn ...... 5-3 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Messages ...... 5-31 Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . 5-3 Warning Light ...... 5-19 Engine Oil Messages ...... 5-31 Rear Window Wiper/ Tow/Haul Mode Light ...... 5-19 Engine Power Messages . . . . 5-32 Washer ...... 5-4 Lane Departure Warning Fuel System Messages ...... 5-32 Compass ...... 5-5 (LDW) Light ...... 5-20 Key and Lock Messages . . . . . 5-32 Vehicle Ahead Indicator ...... 5-20 Lamp Messages ...... 5-33 Clock ...... 5-6 ® Power Outlets ...... 5-7 StabiliTrak Indicator Light . . . 5-20 Object Detection System Engine Coolant Temperature Messages ...... 5-33 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Warning Light ...... 5-21 Ride Control System Indicators Tire Pressure Light ...... 5-21 Messages ...... 5-35 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Engine Oil Pressure Light . . . . 5-22 Airbag System Messages . . . . 5-35 Indicators ...... 5-9 Security Light ...... 5-22 Security Messages ...... 5-35 Instrument Cluster ...... 5-10 High-Beam On Light ...... 5-23 Service Vehicle Messages . . . 5-35 Speedometer ...... 5-11 Cruise Control Light ...... 5-23 Tire Messages ...... 5-36 Transmission Messages . . . . . 5-37 Odometer ...... 5-11 Information Displays Tachometer ...... 5-11 Vehicle Reminder Fuel Gauge ...... 5-11 Driver Information Messages ...... 5-38 Engine Coolant Temperature Center (DIC) ...... 5-23 Vehicle Speed Messages . . . . 5-38 Gauge ...... 5-12 Washer Fluid Messages . . . . . 5-38 Voltmeter Gauge ...... 5-12 Safety Belt Reminders ...... 5-13 Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Vehicle Personalization Controls Power Tilt Wheel Vehicle Personalization ...... 5-38 Universal Remote System Steering Wheel Universal Remote System . . . 5-45 Adjustment Universal Remote System Programming ...... 5-45 Universal Remote System Operation ...... 5-48
For vehicles with the power tilt and telescopic wheel, the control is on the outboard side of the steering column. 1. Pull the lever down. Push the control up or down to tilt 2. Move the steering wheel up the steering wheel up or down. or down. Push the control forward or 3. Pull or push the steering wheel rearward to move the steering wheel closer or away from you. toward the front or rear of the 4. Push the lever up to lock the vehicle. To set the memory position, steering wheel in place. see Vehicle Personalization on page 5-38. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Do not adjust the steering wheel To select tracks on an iPod or USB ¨ (Seek): Press to go to the next while driving. device: radio station while in AM, FM, or SiriusXM®. Steering Wheel Controls . Press and hold w or c /x while listening to a song listed in Press ¨ to go to the next track or the main audio page to quickly chapter while sourced to the move forward or in reverse CD slot. through the tracks. Press ¨ to select a track or a folder . Track information is displayed on when navigating folders on an iPod the screen. Release w or c or USB device. /x when the desired track is e e reached. + or − (Volume): Press to increase or to decrease the volume. b /g (Press to Talk): Press to interact with Bluetooth and OnStar®, Horn if equipped. See Bluetooth on page 7-17 and “OnStar,” if Press a on the steering wheel pad equipped. to sound the horn. Vehicles with audio steering wheel controls could differ depending on c /x (End): Press to reject an the vehicle's options. Some audio incoming call or end a current call. Windshield Wiper/Washer controls can be adjusted at the SRCE (Source): Press to switch The windshield wiper/washer lever steering wheel. between AM, FM, CD, and if is located on the left side of the ® w or c /x (Next/Previous): equipped, SiriusXM , front auxiliary, steering column. Press to select preset or favorite rear auxiliary, and iPod/USB. Turn the band with the wiper symbol radio stations, select tracks on a Press and hold to mute/pause the to control the windshield wipers. CD, or select tracks and navigate system. folders on an iPod® or USB device. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Windshield Washer Rear Window Wiper/ J FRONT (Washer Fluid): Press Washer the button at the end of the lever, to spray washer fluid on the The rear wiper and rear wash button windshield. The wipers clear the is on the center stack below the windshield and either stop or return climate control system. to the preset speed. The ignition key Z (Rear Wiper): Press to turn the 8 (Mist): Use for a single wiping must be in ACC/ACCESSORY or rear wiper on and off. The wiper cycle. ON/RUN for this to work. See speed cannot be changed. Washer Fluid on page 10-19. OFF: Use to turn the wipers off. Y (Wash): Press to spray washer 6 fluid on the rear window. The (Adjustable Interval Wipes): { Warning Delays wiping cycle. Turn the band window wiper will also come on. Release the button when enough up for more frequent wipes or down In freezing weather, do not use for less frequent wipes. fluid has been sprayed on the the washer until the windshield is window. The rear wiper will run a LO: Slow wipes. warmed. Otherwise the washer few more cycles after it is released. HI: Fast wipes. fluid can form ice on the If the rear wiper function was windshield, blocking your vision. already on prior to pressing the Clear ice and snow from the wiper wash button, it stays on until the blades before using them. If frozen wiper button is pressed again. to the windshield, carefully loosen or WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID thaw them. Damaged wiper blades is displayed on the Driver The rear window washer uses the should be replaced. See Wiper Information Center (DIC) when the same fluid that is in the windshield Blade Replacement on page 10-24. washer fluid is low. See Washer washer reservoir. See Washer Fluid Fluid Messages on page 5-38. on page 10-19. Heavy snow or ice can overload the wipers. A circuit breaker stops them until the motor cools. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Compass Compass variance is the difference between the earth's magnetic north Your vehicle may have a compass and true geographic north. If the in the Driver Information Center compass is not set to the zone (DIC). See Driver Information where you live, the compass may Center (DIC) on page 5-23 for more give false readings. The compass information about the DIC. must be set to the variance zone in Compass Zone which the vehicle is traveling. The zone is set to zone eight upon To adjust for compass variance, use leaving the factory. Your dealer will the following procedure: set the correct zone for your Compass Variance (Zone) location. Procedure 2. Find the vehicle's current Under certain circumstances, such 1. Do not set the compass zone location and variance zone as during a long distance when the vehicle is moving. Only number on the map. cross-country trip or moving to a set it when the vehicle is in new state or province, it will be P (Park). Zones 1 through 15 are necessary to compensate for available. Press the vehicle information compass variance by resetting the V 3. Press the set/reset button to zone through the DIC if the zone is button until PRESS TO scroll through and select the not set correctly. CHANGE COMPASS ZONE appropriate variance zone. displays. 4. Press the trip/fuel button until the vehicle heading, for example, N for North, is displayed in the DIC. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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5. If calibration is necessary, note pad holder, or any other 4. The DIC will display calibrate the compass. See magnetic item. Turn off the vehicle, CALIBRATING: DRIVE IN “Compass Calibration move the magnetic item, then turn CIRCLES. Drive the vehicle in Procedure” following. on the vehicle and calibrate the tight circles at less than 8 km/h compass. (5 mph) to complete the Compass Calibration To calibrate the compass, use the calibration. The DIC will display The compass can be manually following procedure: CALIBRATION COMPLETE for a calibrated. Only calibrate the few seconds when the compass in a magnetically clean Compass Calibration Procedure calibration is complete. The DIC and safe location, such as an open 1. Before calibrating the compass, display will then return to the parking lot, where driving the make sure the compass zone is previous menu. vehicle in circles is not a danger. set to the variance zone in which It is suggested to calibrate away the vehicle is located. See Clock from tall buildings, utility wires, “Compass Variance (Zone) manhole covers, or other industrial Setting the Digital Clock Procedure” earlier in this structures, if possible. section. Press Settings on the Home Page, then press the Set Time or Set Date If CAL should ever appear in the Do not operate any switches settings screen button to display the DIC display, the compass should be such as window, sunroof, different options for setting the time calibrated. climate controls, seats, etc. and date. If the DIC display does not show a during the calibration procedure. Set Time: heading, for example, N for North, 2. Press the vehicle information or the heading does not change button until PRESS V TO . Press the up or down arrows to after making turns, there may be a change the Hours, Minutes, AM, strong magnetic field interfering with CALIBRATE COMPASS displays. PM, or the 24 hour setting on the the compass. Such interference clock. may be caused by a magnetic CB or 3. Press the set/reset button to cell phone antenna mount, a start the compass calibration. magnetic emergency light, magnetic Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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. Press and hold to quickly Setting the Analog Clock increase or decrease the time { Warning settings. The clock on the center stack is not connected to any other vehicle Power is always supplied to the . Press OK to save the system. To adjust the time: outlets. Do not leave electrical adjustments. 1. Press and hold the button equipment plugged in when the . Press the Back or Cancel screen directly above the clock to vehicle is not in use because the button to cancel the quickly advance the time. vehicle could catch fire and cause adjustments. injury or death. 2. Press and release the button to Set Date: increase the time by one-minute . Press the up or down arrows to intervals. increase or decrease the Month, { Caution Day, and Year settings. Power Outlets Leaving electrical equipment . Press and hold to quickly The vehicle has 12-volt outlets that plugged in for an extended period increase or decrease the date can be used to plug in electrical of time while the vehicle is off will settings. equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player. drain the battery. Always unplug . Press OK to save the electrical equipment when not in adjustments. The power outlets are located: use and do not plug in equipment . Press the Back or Cancel screen . On the center stack below the that exceeds the maximum button to cancel the climate controls. 20 amp rating. adjustments. . Inside the center console. Certain accessory plugs may not be . At the rear of the center console. compatible with the accessory . In the rear cargo area. power outlet and could overload Lift the cover to access the outlet and replace when not in use. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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vehicle and adapter fuses. If a circuit, unplug the item and plug it problem is experienced, see your back in or turn the Retained dealer. Accessory Power (RAP) off and When adding electrical equipment, then back on. See Retained be sure to follow the proper Accessory Power (RAP) on installation instructions included with page 9-19. The power restarts when the equipment. See Add-On equipment using 150 watts or less is Electrical Equipment on page 9-53. plugged into the outlet and a system fault is not detected. { Caution The power outlet is on the rear of The power outlet is not designed for the center console. and may not work properly, if the Hanging heavy equipment from An indicator light on the outlet turns following are plugged in: the power outlet can cause on to show it is in use. The light . Equipment with high initial peak damage not covered by the comes on when the ignition is in wattage such as: vehicle warranty. The power ON/RUN, equipment requiring less compressor-driven refrigerators outlets are designed for than 150 watts is plugged into the and electric power tools. accessory power plugs only, such outlet, and no system fault is . Other equipment requiring an as cell phone charge cords. detected. extremely stable power supply The indicator light does not come on such as: Power Outlet 120 Volt when the ignition is in LOCK/OFF or microcomputer-controlled Alternating Current if the equipment is not fully seated electric blankets, touch sensor into the outlet. lamps, etc. If equipped with this power outlet it If equipment is connected using can be used to plug in electrical . Medical equipment. more than 150 watts or a system equipment that uses a maximum fault is detected, a protection circuit See High Voltage Devices and limit of 150 watts. shuts off the power supply and the Wiring on page 10-27. indicator light turns off. To reset the Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (9,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Warning Lights, Warning lights come on when there When one of the warning lights could be a problem with a vehicle comes on and stays on while Gauges, and function. Some warning lights come driving, or when one of the gauges on briefly when the engine is started shows there may be a problem, Indicators to indicate they are working. check the section that explains what Warning lights and gauges can Gauges can indicate when there to do. Waiting to do repairs can be signal that something is wrong could be a problem with a vehicle costly and even dangerous. before it becomes serious enough function. Often gauges and warning to cause an expensive repair or lights work together to indicate a replacement. Paying attention to the problem with the vehicle. warning lights and gauges could prevent injury. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (10,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Instrument Cluster
English Shown, Metric Similar Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (11,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Speedometer Fuel Gauge When the ignition is on, the fuel gauge shows about how much fuel The speedometer shows the vehicle the vehicle has left in the fuel tank. speed in kilometers per hour (km/h) and miles per hour (mph). An arrow on the fuel gauge indicates the side of the vehicle the Odometer fuel door is on. The gauge will first indicate empty The odometer shows how far the before the vehicle is out of fuel, but vehicle has been driven, in either the vehicle's fuel tank should be kilometers or miles. filled soon. Tachometer When the fuel tank is low on fuel, the FUEL LEVEL LOW message The tachometer displays the engine appears on the Driver Information speed in revolutions per Metric Center (DIC). For more information minute (rpm). see Fuel System Messages on page 5-32. { Caution Here are some situations that can If the engine is operated with the occur with the fuel gauge. None of these indicate a problem with the rpm s in the warning area at the ’ fuel gauge. high end of the tachometer, the vehicle could be damaged, and . At the gas station, the fuel pump the damage would not be covered shuts off before the gauge by the vehicle warranty. Do not reads full. operate the engine with the rpm’s . It takes a little more or less fuel in the warning area. to fill up than the fuel gauge English indicated. For example, the Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (12,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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gauge may have indicated the Voltmeter Gauge tank was half full, but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank's capacity to fill the tank. . The gauge moves a little while turning a corner or speeding up. . The gauge goes back to empty when the ignition is turned off. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge English This gauge shows the engine coolant temperature. Under normal When the engine is not running, but driving conditions the gauge will the ignition is on, this gauge shows read 100°C (210°F) or less. If the the battery's state of charge in gauge pointer is near 125°C DC volts. (260°F), the engine is too hot. When the engine is running, this It means that the engine coolant has gauge shows the condition of the overheated. If the vehicle has been charging system. The vehicle's operating under normal driving charging system regulates voltage conditions, pull off the road, stop the based on the state of charge of the vehicle, and turn off the engine as battery. The voltmeter may fluctuate. soon as possible. This is normal. Readings between Metric See Engine Overheating on the low and high warning zones page 10-16 for more information. indicate the normal operating range. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (13,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Readings in the low warning zone may occur when a large number of electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left idling for an extended period. If there is a problem with the battery charging system, a SERVICE When the vehicle is started, this When the vehicle is started, this BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM light flashes and a chime may come light flashes and a chime may come message appears in the Driver on to remind the driver to fasten on to remind passengers to fasten Information Center (DIC) and/or the their safety belt. Then the light stays their safety belt. Then the light stays charging system light comes on. on solid until the belt is buckled. on solid until the belt is buckled. See Battery Voltage and Charging This cycle may continue several This cycle continues several times if Messages on page 5-29 for more times if the driver remains or the passenger remains or becomes information. becomes unbuckled while the unbuckled while the vehicle is vehicle is moving. moving. However, readings in either warning zone can indicate a possible If the driver safety belt is buckled, If the passenger safety belt is problem in the electrical system. neither the light nor the chime buckled, neither the chime nor the Have the vehicle serviced as soon comes on. light comes on. as possible. Passenger Safety Belt The front passenger safety belt Reminder Light reminder light and chime may turn Safety Belt Reminders on if an object is put on the seat There is a passenger safety belt Driver Safety Belt Reminder such as a briefcase, handbag, reminder light near the passenger grocery bag, laptop, or other Light airbag status indicator. See electronic device. To turn off the There is a driver safety belt Passenger Sensing System on reminder light and/or chime, remove reminder light on the instrument page 3-28. the object from the seat or buckle cluster. the safety belt. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (14,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Airbag Readiness Light important safety information. The { Warning instrument panel has a passenger This light shows if there is an airbag status indicator. electrical problem with the airbag If the airbag readiness light stays system. The system check includes on after the vehicle is started or the airbag sensor(s), passenger comes on while driving, it means sensing system, the pretensioners, the airbag system might not be the airbag modules, the wiring, and working properly. The airbags in the crash sensing and diagnostic the vehicle might not inflate in a module. For more information on the crash, or they could even inflate airbag system, see Airbag System without a crash. To help avoid United States on page 3-21. injury, have the vehicle serviced right away.
If there is a problem with the airbag system, a Driver Information Center (DIC) message may also come on. See Airbag System Messages on Canada and Mexico page 5-35. The airbag readiness light comes on When the vehicle is started, the for several seconds when the passenger airbag status indicator vehicle is started. If the light does Passenger Airbag Status will light ON and OFF, or the symbol not come on then, have it fixed Indicator for on and off, for several seconds immediately. as a system check. Then, after The vehicle has a passenger several more seconds, the status sensing system. See Passenger indicator will light either ON or OFF, Sensing System on page 3-28 for or either the on or off symbol to let you know the status of the front outboard passenger frontal airbag. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (15,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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If the word ON or the on symbol is system. Have it checked by your lit on the passenger airbag status Warning (Continued) dealer. Driving while this light is on indicator, it means that the front could drain the battery. away. See Airbag Readiness outboard passenger frontal airbag is When this light comes on, the Driver allowed to inflate. Light on page 5-14 for more information, including important Information Center (DIC) also If the word OFF or the off symbol is safety information. displays the SERVICE BATTERY lit on the passenger airbag status CHARGING SYSTEM message. indicator, it means that the See Vehicle Messages on passenger sensing system has Charging System Light page 5-29 for more information. turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag. If a short distance must be driven with the light on, be sure to turn off If, after several seconds, both status all accessories, such as the radio indicator lights remain on, or if there and air conditioner. are no lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system. See Malfunction your dealer for service. The charging system light comes on Indicator Lamp briefly when the ignition is turned A computer system called OBD II { Warning on, but the engine is not running, as (On-Board Diagnostics-Second a check to show the light is working. Generation) monitors the operation If the airbag readiness light ever It should go out when the engine is of the vehicle to ensure emissions comes on and stays on, it means started. are at acceptable levels, helping to that something may be wrong If the light stays on, or comes on maintain a clean environment. The with the airbag system. To help while driving, there may be a malfunction indicator lamp comes avoid injury to yourself or others, problem with the electrical charging on when the vehicle is placed in have the vehicle serviced right ON/RUN, as a check to show it is (Continued) Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (16,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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working. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. See { Caution Caution (Continued) Ignition Positions on page 9-14. If the vehicle is continually driven could lead to costly repairs not with this light on, the emission covered by the vehicle warranty. controls might not work as well, This could also result in a failure the vehicle fuel economy might to pass a required Emission not be as good, and the engine Inspection/Maintenance test. See might not run as smoothly. This Accessories and Modifications on could lead to costly repairs that page 10-3. If the malfunction indicator lamp might not be covered by the comes on while the engine is vehicle warranty. This light may come on during a running, this indicates that the malfunction in one of two ways: OBD II system has detected a Light Flashing: A misfire condition problem and diagnosis and service { Caution has been detected. A misfire might be required. increases vehicle emissions and Malfunctions often are indicated by Modifications made to the engine, could damage the emission control the system before any problem is transmission, exhaust, intake, system on the vehicle. Diagnosis apparent. Being aware of the light or fuel system of the vehicle or and service might be required. can prevent more serious damage the replacement of the original To prevent more serious damage to to the vehicle. This system also tires with other than those of the the vehicle: assists the service technician in same Tire Performance Criteria correctly diagnosing any (TPC) can affect the vehicle's . Reduce vehicle speed. malfunction. emission controls and can cause . Avoid hard accelerations. this light to come on. . Avoid steep uphill grades. Modifications to these systems (Continued) Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (17,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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. If towing a trailer, reduce the into the atmosphere. A few Emissions Inspection and amount of cargo being hauled as driving trips with the cap Maintenance Programs soon as it is possible. properly installed may turn the light off. Depending on where you live, your If the light continues to flash, find a vehicle may be required to safe place to stop and park the . Check that good quality fuel is participate in an emission control vehicle. Turn the vehicle off, wait at used. Poor fuel quality causes system inspection and maintenance least 10 seconds, and restart the the engine not to run as program. For the inspection, the engine. If the light is still flashing, efficiently as designed and may emission system test equipment will follow the previous steps and see cause stalling after start-up, likely connect to the vehicle's Data your dealer for service as soon as stalling when the vehicle is Link Connector (DLC). possible. changed into gear, misfiring, Light On Steady: An emission hesitation on acceleration, control system malfunction has or stumbling on acceleration. been detected on the vehicle. These conditions might go away Diagnosis and service might be once the engine is warmed up. required. If this occurs, change the fuel The following may correct an brand used. It may require at emission control system least one full tank of the proper The DLC is under the instrument malfunction: fuel to turn the light off. panel to the left of the steering . Check that the fuel cap is fully See Fuel on page 9-42. wheel. See your dealer if assistance installed. See Filling the Tank on If the light remains on, your dealer is needed. page 9-43. The diagnostic can check the vehicle. The dealer The vehicle may not pass system may be able to has the proper test equipment and inspection if: determine if the fuel cap has diagnostic tools to fix any been left off or improperly . The malfunction indicator lamp is mechanical or electrical problems on with the engine running, or if installed. A loose or missing fuel that might have developed. cap could allow fuel to evaporate the light does not come on when Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (18,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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the ignition is turned to ON/RUN Brake System Warning This light may also come on due to while the engine is off. See your low brake fluid. See Brake Fluid on dealer for assistance in verifying Light page 10-21. proper operation of the The vehicle brake system consists When the ignition is on, the brake malfunction indicator lamp. of two hydraulic circuits. If one system warning light will also come . The OBD II (On-Board circuit is not working, the remaining on when the parking brake is set. Diagnostics) system determines circuit can still work to stop the The light will stay on if the parking that critical emission control vehicle. For normal braking brake does not release fully. If it systems have not been performance, both circuits need to stays on after the parking brake is completely diagnosed. The be working. fully released, it means there is a vehicle would be considered not If the warning light comes on, there brake problem. ready for inspection. This can is a brake problem. Have the brake If the light comes on while driving, happen if the 12-volt battery has system inspected right away. pull off the road and stop carefully. recently been replaced or Make sure the parking brake is fully run down. released. The pedal may be harder The diagnostic system is designed to push or, the pedal may go closer to evaluate critical emission control to the floor. It may take longer to systems during normal driving. This stop. If the light is still on, have the can take several days of routine vehicle towed for service. See driving. If this has been done and Metric English Towing the Vehicle on page 10-70. the vehicle still does not pass the This light should come on briefly inspection for lack of OBD II system when the ignition key is turned to readiness, your dealer can prepare ON/RUN. If it does not come on the vehicle for inspection. then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn if there is a problem. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (19,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Antilock Brake System vehicle needs service. If the regular { Warning brake system warning light is not (ABS) Warning Light on, there are still brakes, but no The brake system might not be antilock brakes. If the regular brake working properly if the brake system warning light is also on, system warning light is on. there are no antilock brakes and Driving with the brake system there is a problem with the regular warning light on can lead to a brakes. See Brake System Warning crash. If the light is still on after Light on page 5-18. the vehicle has been pulled off the road and carefully stopped, The ABS warning light comes on Tow/Haul Mode Light have the vehicle towed for briefly when the ignition key is service. turned to ON/RUN. This is normal. If the light does not come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to The brake message remains on until warn you if there is a problem. any DIC button is pressed. The brake light remains on until the If the light stays on, turn the ignition problem is fixed. See Brake System to LOCK/OFF. If the light comes on Messages on page 5-29. while driving, stop as soon as This light comes on when the Tow/ possible and turn the ignition off. Haul mode has been activated. Then start the engine again to reset the system. If the light still stays on, For more information, see Tow/Haul or comes on again while driving, the Mode on page 9-25. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (20,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Lane Departure Warning Vehicle Ahead Indicator StabiliTrak® Indicator (LDW) Light Light
If equipped, this indicator will If equipped, this light comes on display green when a vehicle is The StabiliTrak light comes on briefly while starting the vehicle. detected ahead and amber when briefly as the engine is started. If it you are following a vehicle ahead does not come on, have the vehicle If it does not come on, have the much too closely. vehicle serviced. serviced by your dealer. See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) This light flashes while the This light is green if LDW is on and System on page 9-33. ready to operate. StabiliTrak system or the Traction Control System (TCS) is working. This light changes to amber and The light comes on when there is a flashes to indicate that the lane problem with the StabiliTrak system. marking has been crossed without See Traction Control/Electronic using a turn signal in that direction. Stability Control on page 9-28. See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) on page 9-40. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (21,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Engine Coolant See Engine Overheating on A Driver Information Center (DIC) page 10-16 for more information. tire pressure message may also Temperature Warning display. See Tire Messages on Light Tire Pressure Light page 5-36. Stop as soon as possible, and inflate the tires to the pressure value shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Tire Pressure on page 10-42. When the Light Flashes First and Then Is On Steady The engine coolant temperature If the light flashes for about a minute For vehicles with the Tire Pressure and then stays on, there may be a warning light comes on briefly when Monitor System (TPMS), this light the vehicle is started. problem with the TPMS. If the comes on briefly when the engine is problem is not corrected, the light If it does not, have the vehicle started. It provides information will come on at every ignition cycle. serviced by your dealer. If the about tire pressures and the TPMS. See Tire Pressure Monitor system is working normally, the When the Light Is On Steady Operation on page 10-45. indicator light then goes off. This indicates that one or more of If the light comes on and stays on the tires are significantly while driving, the vehicle may have underinflated. a problem with the cooling system. Stop and turn off the vehicle to avoid damage to the engine. A warning chime sounds when this light is on. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (22,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Engine Oil Pressure Light This light should come on briefly as If the light stays on and the engine the engine is started. If it does not does not start, there could be a come on, have the vehicle serviced problem with the theft-deterrent { Caution by your dealer. system. Lack of proper engine oil If the light comes on and stays on, it This light is also used to indicate the maintenance can damage the means that oil is not flowing through status of the anti-theft alarm system engine. Driving with the engine the engine properly. The vehicle when the ignition is turned off. The oil low can also damage the could be low on oil and might have light will flash rapidly if the alarm engine. The repairs would not be some other system problem. See system is arming and one or more covered by the vehicle warranty. your dealer. of the monitored entry points is not Check the oil level as soon as closed. The light will stay on if the possible. Add oil if required, but if Security Light alarm is arming and all entry points the oil level is within the operating are closed. range and the oil pressure is still For information regarding this light low, have the vehicle serviced. and the vehicle's security system, Always follow the maintenance see Vehicle Alarm System on schedule for changing engine oil. page 2-11.
The security light should come on briefly as the engine is started. If the system is working normally, the indicator light turns off. If it does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (23,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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High-Beam On Light Cruise Control Light Information Displays Driver Information Center (DIC) The DIC displays information about your vehicle. It also displays warning messages if a system This light comes on when the This light comes on when the cruise problem is detected. high-beam headlamps are in use. control is set. All messages will appear in the DIC See Headlamp High/Low-Beam This light goes out when the cruise display at the top of the instrument Changer on page 6-2 for more control is canceled. See Cruise cluster. information. Control on page 9-30. The DIC comes on when the ignition is on. After a short delay, the DIC will display the information that was last displayed before the engine was turned off. The DIC also displays a shift lever position indicator on the bottom line of the display. See Automatic Transmission on page 9-22. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (24,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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The outside air temperature and DIC Buttons on vehicles with this feature, and compass, if equipped, also display compass calibration and zone on the DIC when viewing the trip setting on vehicles with this feature. and fuel information. The outside air 3 (Trip/Fuel): Press this button temperature automatically appears to display the odometer, trip in the top right corner of the DIC odometers, fuel range, average display. If there is a problem with economy, timer, fuel used, and the system that controls the average speed. temperature display, the numbers The buttons are the set/reset, will be replaced with dashes. If this customization, vehicle information, Vehicle Information Menu occurs, have the vehicle serviced. and trip/fuel buttons. The button Items The compass will be shown in the functions are detailed in the T (Vehicle Information): Press bottom right corner of the DIC following pages. display. See Compass on page 5-5. this button to scroll through the V (Set/Reset): Press this button to following menu items: The DIC has different displays, set or reset certain functions and to OIL LIFE which can be accessed by pressing turn off or acknowledge messages the DIC buttons on the center stack. on the DIC. Press the vehicle information button The DIC also allows some features U until OIL LIFE REMAINING (Customization): Press this displays. This display shows an to be customized. See Vehicle button to customize the feature Personalization on page 5-38. estimate of the oil's remaining useful settings on your vehicle. See life. If you see 99% OIL LIFE Vehicle Personalization on REMAINING on the display, that page 5-38. means 99% of the current oil life T (Vehicle Information): Press remains. The engine oil life system this button to display the oil life, will alert you to change the oil on a park assist on vehicles with this schedule consistent with your feature, units, tire pressure readings driving conditions. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (25,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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When the remaining oil life is low, SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT PARK ASSIST the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON If the vehicle has the Side Blind If your vehicle has the Rear Parking message will appear on the display. Zone Alert (SBZA) system, this Assist (RPA) system, press the See Engine Oil Messages on display allows the system to be vehicle information button until page 5-31. Change the oil as soon turned on or off. Once in this PARK ASSIST displays. This as possible. See Engine Oil on display, press the set/reset button to display allows the system to be page 10-7. In addition to the engine select between ON or OFF. If you turned on or off. Once in this oil life system monitoring the oil life, choose ON, the system will be display, press the set/reset button to additional maintenance is turned on. If you choose OFF, the select between ON or OFF. If you recommended in the Maintenance system will be turned off. When the choose ON, the system will be Schedule. See Maintenance SBZA system is turned off, the DIC turned on. If you choose OFF, the Schedule on page 11-3. will display the SIDE BLIND ZONE system will be turned off. The RPA Remember, you must reset the OIL ALERT SYSTEM OFF message as system automatically turns back on LIFE display yourself after each oil a reminder that the system has after each vehicle start. When the change. It will not reset itself. Also, been turned off. See Object RPA system is turned off and the be careful not to reset the OIL LIFE Detection System Messages on vehicle is shifted out of P (Park), the display accidentally at any time page 5-33 and Side Blind Zone Alert DIC will display the PARK ASSIST other than when the oil has just (SBZA) on page 9-36. OFF message as a reminder that been changed. It cannot be reset the system has been turned off. See accurately until the next oil change. Object Detection System Messages To reset the engine oil life system, on page 5-33 and Parking Assist on see Engine Oil Life System on page 9-35. page 10-9. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (26,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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REAR CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT the vehicle information will then be If the tire pressure display shows If the vehicle has the Rear Cross displayed in the unit of dashes instead of a value, there Traffic Alert (RCTA) system, this measurement selected. may be a problem with your vehicle. If this consistently occurs, see your display allows the system to be FRONT TIRES or REAR TIRES turned on or off. Once in this dealer for service. On vehicles with the Tire Pressure display, press the set/reset button to COMPASS ZONE SETTING select between ON or OFF. If you Monitor System (TPMS), the choose ON, the system will be pressure for each tire can be viewed This display will be available if the turned on. If you choose OFF, the in the DIC. The tire pressure will be vehicle has a compass. See system will be turned off. When the shown in either kilopascals (kPa) or Compass on page 5-5. pounds per square inch (psi). Press RCTA system is turned off, the DIC COMPASS RECALIBRATION will display the REAR CROSS the vehicle information button until This display will be available if the TRAFFIC ALERT SYSTEM OFF the DIC displays FRONT vehicle has a compass. See message as a reminder that the TIRES kPa (PSI) LEFT ## system has been turned off. See RIGHT ##. Press the vehicle Compass on page 5-5. information button again until the Object Detection System Messages Blank Display on page 5-33 and Rear Vision DIC displays REAR TIRES kPa This display shows no information. Camera (RVC) on page 9-38. (PSI) LEFT ## RIGHT ##. If a low tire pressure condition is UNITS Trip/Fuel Menu Items detected by the system while 3 Press the vehicle information button driving, a message advising you to (Trip/Fuel): Press this button until UNITS displays. This display add air to a specific tire will appear to scroll through the following menu allows you to select between metric in the display. See Tire Pressure on items: or English units of measurement. page 10-42 and Tire Messages on ODOMETER Once in this display, press the set/ page 5-36. reset button to select between Press the trip/fuel button until METRIC or ENGLISH units. All of ODOMETER displays. This display shows the distance the vehicle has been driven in either kilometers (km) Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (27,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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or miles (mi). Pressing the trip since the ignition was last turned on. RANGE odometer reset stem will also This can be used if the trip Press the trip/fuel button until display the odometer. odometer is not reset at the RANGE displays. This display To switch between English and beginning of the trip. shows the approximate number of metric measurements, see “UNITS” To use the retroactive reset feature, remaining kilometers (km) or earlier in this section. press and hold the set/reset button miles (mi) the vehicle can be driven for at least four seconds. The trip without refueling. The display will TRIPA and TRIP B odometer will display the number of show LOW if the fuel level is low. Press the trip/fuel button until kilometers (km) or miles (mi) driven The fuel range estimate is based on TRIPA or TRIP B displays. This since the ignition was last turned on an average of the vehicle's fuel display shows the current distance and the vehicle was moving. Once economy over recent driving history traveled in either kilometers (km) or the vehicle begins moving, the trip and the amount of fuel remaining in miles (mi) since the last reset for odometer will accumulate mileage. the fuel tank. This estimate will each trip odometer. Both trip For example, if the vehicle was change if driving conditions change. odometers can be used at the same driven 8 km (5 mi) before it is started For example, if driving in traffic and time. Pressing the trip odometer again, and then the retroactive reset making frequent stops, this display reset stem will also display the trip feature is activated, the display will may read one number, but if the odometers. show 8 km (5 mi). As the vehicle vehicle is driven on a freeway, the Each trip odometer can be reset to begins moving, the display will then number may change even though zero separately by pressing the set/ increase to 8.2 km (5.1 mi), 8.4 km the same amount of fuel is in the reset button or the trip odometer (5.2 mi), etc. fuel tank. This is because different reset stem while the desired trip If the retroactive reset feature is driving conditions produce different odometer is displayed. activated after the vehicle is started, fuel economies. Generally, freeway The trip odometer has a feature but before it begins moving, the driving produces better fuel called retroactive reset. This can be display will show the number of economy than city driving. Fuel used to set the trip odometer to the kilometers (km) or miles (mi) driven range cannot be reset. number of kilometers (miles) driven during the last ignition cycle. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (28,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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AVG (Average) ECONOMY To start the timer, press the set/ FUEL USED Press the trip/fuel button until AVG reset button while TIMER is Press the trip/fuel button until FUEL ECONOMY displays. This display displayed. The display will show the USED displays. This display shows shows the approximate average amount of time that has passed the number of liters (L) or liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) since the timer was last reset, not gallons (gal) of fuel used since the or miles per gallon (mpg). This including time the ignition is off. last reset of this menu item. To reset number reflects only the Time will continue to be counted as the fuel used information, press and approximate average fuel economy long as the ignition is on, even if hold the set/reset button while FUEL that the vehicle has right now, and another display is being shown on USED is displayed. will change as driving conditions the DIC. The timer will record up to change. This number is calculated 99 hours, 59 minutes and AVG (Average) SPEED based on the number of L/100 km 59 seconds (99:59:59) after which Press the trip/fuel button until AVG (mpg) recorded since the last time the display will return to zero. SPEED displays. This display this menu item was reset. To reset To stop the timer, press the set/reset shows the average speed of the AVG ECONOMY, press and hold the button briefly while TIMER is vehicle in kilometers per hour (km/h) set/reset button. displayed. or miles per hour (mph). This average is calculated based on the TIMER To reset the timer to zero, press and hold the set/reset button while various vehicle speeds recorded Press the trip/fuel button until TIMER is displayed. since the last reset of this value. To TIMER displays. This display can be reset the value to zero, press and used as a timer. hold the set/reset button. Blank Display This display shows no information. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (29,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Vehicle Messages The following are the possible Turn off all unnecessary messages that can be displayed accessories to allow the battery to Messages are displayed on the DIC and some information about them. recharge. to notify the driver that the status of The normal battery voltage range is the vehicle has changed and that Battery Voltage and 11.5 to 15.5 volts. some action may be needed by the Charging Messages driver to correct the condition. SERVICE BATTERY Multiple messages may appear one BATTERY LOW START CHARGING SYSTEM after another. VEHICLE On some vehicles, this message Some messages may not require This message displays when the displays if there is a problem with immediate action, but you can press system detects that the battery the battery charging system. Under any of the DIC buttons on the voltage has dropped to a critical certain conditions, the charging instrument panel to acknowledge level and the engine must be started system light may also turn on in the that you received the messages and to avoid a dead battery situation. instrument cluster. See Charging to clear them from the display. System Light on page 5-15. Driving Some messages cannot be cleared BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE with this problem could drain the from the DIC display because they This message displays when the battery. Turn off all unnecessary are more urgent. These messages system detects that the battery accessories. Have the electrical require action before they can be voltage is dropping below expected system checked as soon as cleared. You should take any levels. The battery saver system possible. See your dealer. messages that appear on the starts reducing certain features of display seriously and remember that the vehicle that you may be able to Brake System Messages clearing the messages will only notice. At the point that the features make the messages disappear, not are disabled, this message is SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM correct the problem. displayed. It means that the vehicle This message displays along with is trying to save the charge in the the brake system warning light if battery. there is a problem with the brake Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (30,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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system. See Brake System Warning obstructions, and close the door the vehicle and check the liftgate. Light on page 5-18. If this message again. Check to see if the message Restart the vehicle and check for appears, stop as soon as possible still appears on the DIC. the message on the DIC display. and turn off the vehicle. Restart the vehicle and check for the message HOOD OPEN PASSENGER DOOR OPEN on the DIC display. If the message On some models, this message This message displays and a chime is still displayed or appears again displays and a chime sounds if the sounds if the passenger door is not when you begin driving, the brake hood is not fully closed. Stop and fully closed and the vehicle is system needs service as soon as turn off the vehicle, check the hood shifted out of P (Park). Stop and turn possible. See your dealer. for obstructions, and close the hood off the vehicle, check the door for again. Check to see if the message obstructions, and close the door Cruise Control Messages still appears on the DIC. again. Check to see if the message still appears on the DIC. CRUISE SET TO XXX LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN POWER LIFTGATE OFF This message displays whenever This message displays and a chime the cruise control is set. See Cruise sounds if the driver side rear door is This message displays when the Control on page 9-30 for more not fully closed and the vehicle is power liftgate has been turned off information. shifted out of P (Park). Stop and turn by pressing the power liftgate button off the vehicle, check the door for on the center stack. Door Ajar Messages obstructions, and close the door again. Check to see if the message RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN DRIVER DOOR OPEN still appears on the DIC. This message displays and a chime sounds if the passenger side rear This message displays and a chime LIFTGATE OPEN sounds if the driver door is not fully door is not fully closed and the closed and the vehicle is shifted out This message displays and a chime vehicle is shifted out of P (Park). of P (Park). Stop and turn off the sounds if the liftgate is open while Stop and turn off the vehicle, check vehicle, check the door for the ignition is in ON/RUN. Turn off Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (31,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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the door for obstructions, and close ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE Engine Oil Messages the door again. Check to see if the ENGINE message still appears on the DIC. CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON This message displays when the engine coolant temperature is too This message displays when Engine Cooling System hot. Stop and allow the vehicle to service is required for the vehicle. Messages idle until it cools down. See Engine See your dealer. See Engine Oil on Coolant Temperature Gauge on page 10-7 and Maintenance ENGINE HOT A/C (Air page 5-12. Schedule on page 11-3. Conditioning) OFF See Overheated Engine Protection Acknowledging the CHANGE This message displays when the Operating Mode on page 10-18 for ENGINE OIL SOON message will engine coolant becomes hotter than information on driving to a safe not reset the OIL LIFE REMAINING. the normal operating temperature. place in an emergency. See “Oil Life” under Driver See Engine Coolant Temperature Information Center (DIC) on Gauge on page 5-12. To avoid ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP page 5-23 and Engine Oil Life added strain on a hot engine, the air ENGINE System on page 10-9. conditioning compressor This message displays and a automatically turns off. When the ENGINE OIL LOW — ADD OIL continuous chime sounds if the coolant temperature returns to engine cooling system reaches On some vehicles, this message normal, the air conditioning unsafe temperatures for operation. displays when the engine oil level compressor turns back on. You can Stop and turn off the vehicle as may be too low. Check the oil level continue to drive your vehicle. soon as it is safe to do so to avoid before filling to the recommended If this message continues to appear, severe damage. This message level. If the oil is not low and this have the system repaired by your clears when the engine has cooled message remains on, take the dealer as soon as possible to avoid to a safe operating temperature. vehicle to your dealer for service. damage to the engine. See Engine Oil on page 10-7. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (32,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP This message also displays when TIGHTEN GAS CAP the vehicle's engine power is ENGINE This message may display along reduced. Reduced engine power with the check engine light on the This message displays when the can affect the vehicle's ability to instrument cluster if the vehicle's vehicle's engine oil pressure is low. accelerate. If this message is on, fuel cap is not tightened properly. The oil pressure light also appears but there is no reduction in See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on on the instrument cluster. See performance, proceed to your page 5-15. Reinstall the fuel cap Engine Oil Pressure Light on destination. The performance may fully. See Filling the Tank on page 5-22. be reduced the next time the vehicle page 9-43. The diagnostic system Stop the vehicle immediately, as is driven. The vehicle may be driven can determine if the fuel cap has engine damage can result from at a reduced speed while this been left off or improperly installed. driving a vehicle with low oil message is on, but acceleration and A loose or missing fuel cap allows pressure. Have the vehicle serviced speed may be reduced. Anytime fuel to evaporate into the by your dealer as soon as possible this message stays on, the vehicle atmosphere. A few driving trips with when this message is displayed. should be taken to your dealer for the cap properly installed should service as soon as possible. Engine Power Messages turn this light and message off. Fuel System Messages ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED Key and Lock Messages FUEL LEVEL LOW This message displays and a chime REPLACE BATTERY IN sounds when the cooling system This message displays and a chime REMOTE KEY temperature gets too hot and the sounds if the fuel level is low. Refuel engine further enters the engine as soon as possible. See Fuel This message displays if a Remote coolant protection mode. See Gauge on page 5-11 and Fuel on Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter Engine Overheating on page 10-16 page 9-42 for more information. battery is low. The battery needs to for further information. be replaced in the transmitter. See “Battery Replacement” under Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-2. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (33,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Lamp Messages Object Detection System LANE DEPARTURE SYS UNAVAILABLE AUTOMATIC LIGHT Messages CONTROL OFF This message displays when FORWARD COLLISION ALERT attempting to activate the Lane This message displays when the UNAVAILABLE Departure Warning (LDW) system automatic headlamps are turned off. This message displays when when it is temporarily unavailable. This message clears itself after attempting to activate the Forward The LDW system does not need 10 seconds. Collision Alert (FCA) system when it service. AUTOMATIC LIGHT is temporarily unavailable. The FCA This message could be due to the CONTROL ON system does not need service. camera being blocked. Cleaning the This message could be due to the outside of the windshield behind the This message displays when the camera being blocked. Cleaning the rearview mirror may correct the automatic headlamps are turned on. outside of the windshield behind the issue. This message clears itself after rearview mirror may correct the 10 seconds. PARK ASST BLOCKED SEE issue. OWNERS MANUAL TURN SIGNAL ON FRT CAMERA BLOCKED This message displays if there is This message displays and a chime CLEAN WINDSHIELD something interfering with the Rear sounds if a turn signal is left on for Parking Assist (RPA) system. See 1.2 km (0.75 mi). Move the turn This message displays when the Parking Assist on page 9-35. signal lever to the off position. camera is blocked. Cleaning the outside of the windshield behind the PARK ASSIST OFF rearview mirror may correct the issue. The Lane Departure Warning After the vehicle has been started, system will not operate. Forward this message displays to remind the Collision Alert (FCA) may not work driver that the RPA system has or may not work as well. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (34,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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been turned off. To turn the RPA this system to help you park. See SIDE DETECTION SYS system back on, see Parking Assist Parking Assist on page 9-35. See TEMPORARILY OFF on page 9-35. your dealer for service. If your vehicle has the Side Blind REAR CROSS TRAFFIC SERVICE SIDE DETECTION Zone Alert (SBZA) system, this ALERT SYSTEM OFF SYSTEM message displays when the SBZA system is disabled because the If the vehicle has the Rear Cross If your vehicle has the Side Blind sensor cannot detect vehicles in Traffic Alert (RCTA) system, this Zone Alert (SBZA) system and this your blind zone. The sensor may be message displays when the RCTA message displays, both SBZA blocked by mud, dirt, snow, ice, system has been turned off. See displays will remain on indicating or slush. This message may also Rear Vision Camera (RVC) on there is a problem with the SBZA display during heavy rain or due to page 9-38 and Driver Information system. If these displays remain on road spray. It may also come on Center (DIC) on page 5-23. after continued driving, the system when driving in isolated areas with needs service. See your dealer. See SERVICE FRONT CAMERA no guardrails, trees, or road signs Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) on and light traffic. Your vehicle does If this message remains on after page 9-36. not need service. For cleaning continued driving, the vehicle needs instructions, see “Washing the service. Do not use the Lane SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT SYSTEM OFF Vehicle” in Exterior Care on Departure Warning (LDW) and page 10-73. See Side Blind Zone Forward Collision Alert (FCA) If your vehicle has the Side Blind Alert (SBZA) on page 9-36. features. Take the vehicle to your Zone Alert (SBZA) system, this dealer. message displays when the SBZA system has been turned off. See SERVICE PARK ASSIST Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) on This message displays if there is a page 9-36 and Driver Information problem with the Rear Parking Center (DIC) on page 5-23. Assist (RPA) system. Do not use Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (35,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Ride Control System TRACTION CONTROL OFF Security Messages Messages This message displays when the SERVICE THEFT DETERRENT Traction Control System (TCS) is SYSTEM SERVICE STABILITRAK turned off. Adjust your driving This message displays if there is a accordingly. See Traction Control/ This message displays when there problem with the StabiliTrak® Electronic Stability Control on is a problem with the theft-deterrent system. If this message appears, try page 9-28. system. The vehicle may or may not restart so you may want to take the to reset the system. Stop; turn off TRACTION CONTROL ON the engine for at least 15 seconds; vehicle to your dealer before turning then start the engine again. If this This message displays when the off the engine. See Immobilizer message still comes on, it means Traction Control System (TCS) is Operation on page 2-13 for more there is a problem. See your dealer turned on. See Traction Control/ information. for service. The vehicle is safe to Electronic Stability Control on THEFT ATTEMPTED drive, however, you do not have the page 9-28. This message clears benefit of StabiliTrak, so reduce itself after 10 seconds. This message displays if the content your speed and drive accordingly. theft-deterrent system has detected Airbag System Messages a break-in attempt while you were SERVICE TRACTION away from your vehicle. See Vehicle CONTROL SERVICE AIR BAG Alarm System on page 2-11 for This message displays when there This message displays if there is a more information. is a problem with the Traction problem with the airbag system. Control System (TCS). When this Have your dealer inspect the Service Vehicle Messages message is displayed, the system system for problems. See Airbag SERVICE A/C (Air will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your Readiness Light on page 5-14 and driving accordingly. See your dealer Airbag System on page 3-21 for Conditioning) SYSTEM for service. See Traction Control/ more information. This message displays when the Electronic Stability Control on electronic sensors that control the page 9-28 for more information. air conditioning and heating Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (36,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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systems are no longer working. STARTING DISABLED If a tire pressure message appears Have the climate control system SERVICE THROTTLE on the DIC, stop as soon as you serviced by your dealer if you notice can. Inflate the tires by adding air a drop in heating and air This message displays when your until the tire pressure is equal to the conditioning efficiency. vehicle's throttle system is not values shown on the Tire and functioning properly. Have your Loading Information label. See Tires SERVICE POWER STEERING vehicle serviced by your dealer. on page 10-35, Vehicle Load Limits This message displays when a on page 9-9, and Tire Pressure on problem is detected with the power Tire Messages page 10-42. steering system. When this TIRE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE The DIC also shows the tire message is displayed, you may pressure values. See Driver On vehicles with the Tire Pressure notice that the effort required to Information Center (DIC) on Monitor System (TPMS), this steer the vehicle increases or feels page 5-23. heavier, but you will still be able to message displays when the steer the vehicle. Have your vehicle pressure in one or more of the SERVICE TIRE MONITOR serviced by your dealer immediately. vehicle's tires is low. SYSTEM SERVICE VEHICLE SOON This message also displays LEFT On vehicles with the Tire Pressure FRT (left front), RIGHT FRT (right Monitor System (TPMS), this This message displays when a front), LEFT RR (left rear), message displays if a part on the non-emissions related malfunction or RIGHT RR (right rear) to indicate TPMS is not working properly. The occurs. Have the vehicle serviced the location of the low tire. tire pressure light also flashes and by your dealer as soon as possible. The low tire pressure warning light then remains on during the same will also come on. See Tire ignition cycle. See Tire Pressure Pressure Light on page 5-21. Light on page 5-21. Several conditions may cause this message to appear. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10-45 for more information. If the warning Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (37,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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comes on and stays on, there may . AWD system overheat If this message appears, stop as be a problem with the TPMS. See . Loss of wheel or vehicle speed soon as possible and turn off the your dealer. ignition for 30 seconds. Restart the . Certain other vehicle electrical vehicle and check for the message TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE conditions on the DIC display. If the message This message displays when the This message turns off when the still displays or appears again when Tire Pressure Monitor System compact spare tire is replaced by a you begin driving, the system needs (TPMS) is relearning the tire full-size tire, the differential fluid service. See your dealer right away. positions on your vehicle. The tire cools or the above conditions are no positions must be relearned after longer present and the warning SERVICE TRANSMISSION rotating the tires or after replacing a message is reset. To reset the This message displays when there tire or sensor. See Tire Rotation on warning message manually, turn the is a problem with the transmission. page 10-48, Tire Pressure Monitor ignition off and then back on again See your dealer for service. System on page 10-44, and Tire after 30 seconds. If the message Pressure on page 10-42 for more stays on, see your dealer. See TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE information. All-Wheel Drive on page 9-26. ENGINE Transmission Messages SERVICE ALL WHEEL DRIVE { Caution This message displays if a problem ALL WHEEL DRIVE OFF occurs with the All-Wheel Drive Do not drive the vehicle while the If your vehicle has the All-Wheel (AWD) system. The vehicle will run transmission fluid is overheating, Drive (AWD) system, this message in 2WD. This could be caused by: or the transmission can be damaged. This could lead to displays when there is a temporary . An electronics problem condition making the AWD system costly repairs that would not be . unavailable. The vehicle will run in Worn out or overheated clutch covered by the warranty. 2WD. This could be caused by: plates . Various electrical issues . A compact spare tire on the vehicle Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (38,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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This message displays and a chime Vehicle Speed Messages Vehicle sounds if the transmission fluid in the vehicle gets hot. Driving with the SPEED LIMITED TO XXX Personalization transmission fluid temperature high KM/H (MPH) Your vehicle may have can cause damage to the vehicle. This message displays when your customization capabilities that allow Stop the vehicle and let it idle to vehicle speed is limited to 128 km/h you to program certain features to allow the transmission to cool. This (80 mph) because the vehicle one preferred setting. Customization message clears when the fluid detects a problem in the speed features can only be programmed to temperature reaches a safe level. variable assist steering system. one setting on the vehicle and Have your vehicle serviced by your cannot be programmed to a Vehicle Reminder dealer. preferred setting for two different Messages drivers. Washer Fluid Messages ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE All of the customization options may WITH CARE WASHER FLUID LOW ADD not be available on your vehicle. Only the options available will be This message displays when the FLUID displayed on the DIC. outside air temperature is cold This message displays when the enough to create icy road The default settings for the windshield washer fluid is low. Fill customization features were set conditions. Adjust your driving the windshield washer fluid reservoir accordingly. when your vehicle left the factory, as soon as possible. See Engine but may have been changed from Compartment Overview on their default state since then. page 10-5 for the location of the windshield washer fluid reservoir. The customization preferences are Also, see Washer Fluid on automatically recalled. page 10-19 for more information. To change customization preferences, use the following procedure. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (39,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Entering the Feature Press the customization button until NO CHANGE: No change will be Settings Menu the PRESS V TO DISPLAY IN made to this feature. The current setting will remain. 1. Turn the ignition on and place ENGLISH screen appears on the the vehicle in P (Park). DIC display. Press the set/reset To select a setting, press the set/ button once to display all DIC reset button while the desired To avoid excessive drain on the messages in English. setting is displayed on the DIC. battery, it is recommended that the headlamps are turned off. DISPLAY LANGUAGE AUTO DOOR LOCK 2. Press the customization button This feature allows you to select the This feature allows you to select to enter the feature settings language in which the DIC when the vehicle's doors will menu. If the menu is not messages will appear. automatically lock. See Automatic available, FEATURE SETTINGS Press the customization button until Door Locks on page 2-7. AVAILABLE IN PARK will the DISPLAY LANGUAGE screen Press the customization button until display. Before entering the appears on the DIC display. Press AUTO DOOR LOCK appears on the menu, make sure the vehicle is the set/reset button once to access DIC display. Press the set/reset in P (Park). the settings for this feature. Then button once to access the settings Feature Settings Menu Items press the customization button to for this feature. Then press the scroll through the following settings: customization button to scroll The following are customization through the following settings: features that allow you to program ENGLISH (default): All messages settings to the vehicle: will appear in English. SHIFT OUT OF PARK (default): FRANCAIS: All messages will The doors will automatically lock DISPLAY IN ENGLISH appear in French. when the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park). This feature will only display if a ESPANOL: All messages will language other than English has appear in Spanish. AT VEHICLE SPEED: The doors been set. This feature allows you to will automatically lock when the change the language in which the vehicle speed is above 13 km/h DIC messages appear to English. (8 mph) for three seconds. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (40,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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NO CHANGE: No change will be DRIVER IN PARK: Only the driver Press the customization button until made to this feature. The current door will unlock when the vehicle is REMOTE DOOR LOCK appears on setting will remain. shifted into P (Park). the DIC display. Press the set/reset To select a setting, press the set/ ALL AT KEY OUT: All of the doors button once to access the settings reset button while the desired will unlock when the key is taken for this feature. Then press the setting is displayed on the DIC. out of the ignition. customization button to scroll through the following settings: AUTO DOOR UNLOCK ALL IN PARK (default): All of the doors will unlock when the vehicle is OFF: There will be no feedback This feature allows you to select shifted into P (Park). when you press the lock button on whether or not to turn off the the RKE transmitter. NO CHANGE: No change will be automatic door unlocking feature. LIGHTS ONLY: The exterior lamps It also allows you to select which made to this feature. The current setting will remain. will flash when you press the lock doors and when the doors will button on the RKE transmitter. automatically unlock. See Automatic To select a setting, press the set/ Door Locks on page 2-7. reset button while the desired HORN ONLY: The horn will sound setting is displayed on the DIC. on the second press of the lock Press the customization button until button on the RKE transmitter. AUTO DOOR UNLOCK appears on REMOTE DOOR LOCK the DIC display. Press the set/reset HORN & LIGHTS (default): The button once to access the settings This feature allows you to select the exterior lamps will flash when you for this feature. Then press the type of feedback you will receive press the lock button on the RKE customization button to scroll when locking the vehicle with the transmitter, and the horn will sound through the following settings: Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) when the lock button is pressed transmitter. You will not receive again within five seconds of the OFF: None of the doors will feedback when locking the vehicle previous command. automatically unlock. with the RKE transmitter if the doors NO CHANGE: No change will be DRIVER AT KEY OUT: Only the are open. See Remote Keyless made to this feature. The current driver door will unlock when the key Entry (RKE) System Operation on setting will remain. is taken out of the ignition. page 2-2. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (41,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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To select a setting, press the set/ LIGHTS ON (default): The exterior lock button on the RKE transmitter reset button while the desired lamps will flash when you press the twice. See Delayed Locking on setting is displayed on the DIC. unlock button on the RKE page 2-7. transmitter. REMOTE DOOR UNLOCK Press the customization button until NO CHANGE: No change will be DELAY DOOR LOCK appears on This feature allows you to select the made to this feature. The current the DIC display. Press the set/reset type of feedback you will receive setting will remain. button once to access the settings when unlocking the vehicle with the for this feature. Then press the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) To select a setting, press the set/ reset button while the desired customization button to scroll transmitter. You will not receive through the following settings: feedback when unlocking the setting is displayed on the DIC. OFF: There will be no delayed vehicle with the RKE transmitter if DELAY DOOR LOCK the doors are open. See Remote locking of the vehicle's doors. Keyless Entry (RKE) System This feature allows you to select ON (default): The doors will not Operation on page 2-2. whether or not the locking of the lock until five seconds after the last vehicle's doors and liftgate will be door or the liftgate is closed. Press the customization button until delayed. When locking the doors REMOTE DOOR UNLOCK appears and liftgate with the power door lock NO CHANGE: No change will be on the DIC display. Press the set/ switch and a door or the liftgate is made to this feature. The current reset button once to access the open, this feature will delay locking setting will remain. settings for this feature. Then press the doors and liftgate until To select a setting, press the set/ the customization button to scroll five seconds after the last door is through the following settings: reset button while the desired closed. You will hear three chimes setting is displayed on the DIC. LIGHTS OFF: The exterior lamps to signal that the delayed locking will not flash when you press the feature is in use. The key must be EXIT LIGHTING unlock button on the RKE out of the ignition for this feature to This feature allows you to select the transmitter. work. You can temporarily override amount of time you want the delayed locking by pressing the exterior lamps to remain on when it power door lock switch twice or the Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (42,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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is dark enough outside. This APPROACH LIGHTING or the vehicle is no longer off. See happens after the key is turned from This feature allows you to select Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ON/RUN to LOCK/OFF. whether or not to have the exterior System Operation on page 2-2. Press the customization button until lights turn on briefly during low light NO CHANGE: No change will be EXIT LIGHTING appears on the DIC periods after unlocking the vehicle made to this feature. The current display. Press the set/reset button using the Remote Keyless Entry setting will remain. once to access the settings for this (RKE) transmitter. To select a setting, press the set/ feature. Then press the Press the customization button until reset button while the desired customization button to scroll APPROACH LIGHTING appears on setting is displayed on the DIC. through the following settings: the DIC display. Press the set/reset OFF: The exterior lamps will not button once to access the settings CHIME VOLUME turn on. for this feature. Then press the This feature allows you to select the 30 SECONDS (default): The customization button to scroll volume level of the chime. exterior lamps will stay on for through the following settings: Press the customization button until 30 seconds. OFF: The exterior lights will not CHIME VOLUME appears on the 1 MINUTE: The exterior lamps will turn on when you unlock the vehicle DIC display. Press the set/reset stay on for one minute. with the RKE transmitter. button once to access the settings ON (default): If it is dark enough for this feature. Then press the 2 MINUTES: The exterior lamps will customization button to scroll stay on for two minutes. outside, the exterior lights will turn on briefly when you unlock the through the following settings: NO CHANGE: No change will be vehicle with the RKE transmitter. NORMAL: The chime volume will made to this feature. The current be set to a normal level. setting will remain. The lights will remain on for 20 seconds or until the lock button LOUD: The chime volume will be To select a setting, press the set/ on the RKE transmitter is pressed, set to a loud level. reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (43,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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NO CHANGE: No change will be DRIVER MIRROR: The driver Press the customization button until made to this feature. The current outside mirror will be tilted down EASY EXIT SEAT appears on the setting will remain. when the vehicle is shifted into DIC display. Press the set/reset There is no default for chime R (Reverse). button once to access the settings volume. The volume will stay at the PASSENGER MIRROR: The for this feature. Then press the last known setting. passenger outside mirror will be customization button to scroll through the following settings: To select a setting, press the set/ tilted down when the vehicle is reset button while the desired shifted into R (Reverse). OFF (default): No automatic seat setting is displayed on the DIC. BOTH MIRRORS: The driver and exit recall will occur. passenger outside mirrors will be ON: The driver seat will move back PARK TILT MIRRORS tilted down when the vehicle is when the key is removed from the If your vehicle has this feature, it shifted into R (Reverse). ignition. The steering column will allows you to select whether or not NO CHANGE: No change will be also move up and forward on the outside mirror(s) will made to this feature. The current vehicles with the power tilt and automatically tilt down when the setting will remain. telescopic steering feature. See vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). Steering Wheel Adjustment on See Park Tilt Mirrors on page 2-15. To select a setting, press the set/ page 5-2. reset button while the desired Press the customization button until setting is displayed on the DIC. The automatic easy exit seat PARK TILT MIRRORS appears on movement will only occur one time the DIC display. Press the set/reset EASY EXIT SEAT after the key is removed from the button once to access the settings If your vehicle has this feature, it ignition. If the automatic movement for this feature. Then press the allows you to select your preference has already occurred, and you put customization button to scroll for the automatic easy exit seat the key back in the ignition and through the following settings: feature. See Memory Seats on remove it again, the seat and OFF (default): Neither outside page 3-5. steering column will stay in the mirror will be tilted down when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (44,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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original exit position, unless a ON: The driver seat and outside Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) memory recall took place prior to mirrors will automatically move to transmitter. See Remote Vehicle removing the key again. the stored driving position when the Start on page 2-4. NO CHANGE: No change will be unlock button on the Remote Press the customization button until made to this feature. The current Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is REMOTE START appears on the setting will remain. pressed. The steering column will DIC display. Press the set/reset also move on vehicles with the To select a setting, press the set/ button once to access the settings power tilt and telescopic steering for this feature. Then press the reset button while the desired feature. See Steering Wheel setting is displayed on the DIC. customization button to scroll Adjustment on page 5-2. See through the following settings: MEMORY SEAT RECALL “Memory Remote Recall” under Memory Seats on page 3-5 for OFF: The remote start feature will If your vehicle has this feature, it information on matching transmitters be disabled. allows you to select your preference to driver positions. ON (default): The remote start for the remote memory seat recall feature will be enabled. feature. See Memory Seats on NO CHANGE: No change will be page 3-5. made to this feature. The current NO CHANGE: No change will be setting will remain. made to this feature. The current Press the customization button until setting will remain. MEMORY SEAT RECALL appears To select a setting, press the set/ on the DIC display. Press the set/ reset button while the desired To select a setting, press the set/ reset button once to access the setting is displayed on the DIC. reset button while the desired settings for this feature. Then press REMOTE START setting is displayed on the DIC. the customization button to scroll FACTORY SETTINGS through the following settings: If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to turn the remote start This feature allows you to set all of OFF (default): No remote memory off or on. The remote start feature the customization features back to seat recall will occur. allows you to start the engine from their factory default settings. outside of the vehicle using the Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (45,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Press the customization button until If you do not exit, pressing the Universal Remote FACTORY SETTINGS appears on customization button again will the DIC display. Press the set/reset return you to the beginning of the System button once to access the settings feature settings menu. See Radio Frequency Statement on for this feature. Then press the page 13-12. customization button to scroll Exiting the Feature Settings Menu through the following settings: Universal Remote System RESTORE ALL (default): The The feature settings menu will be customization features will be set to exited when any of the following Programming their factory default settings. occurs: DO NOT RESTORE: The . The vehicle is shifted out of customization features will not be P (Park). set to their factory default settings. . The vehicle is no longer in To select a setting, press the set/ ON/RUN. reset button while the desired . The trip/fuel or vehicle setting is displayed on the DIC. information DIC buttons are If equipped, these buttons are in the EXIT FEATURE SETTINGS pressed. overhead console. This feature allows you to exit the . The end of the feature settings This system can replace up to three feature settings menu. menu is reached and exited. remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as garage Press the customization button until . A 40-second time period has elapsed with no selection made. door openers, security systems, and FEATURE SETTINGS PRESS V home automation devices. These TO EXIT appears in the DIC display. instructions refer to a garage door Press the set/reset button once to opener, but can be used for other exit the menu. devices. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (46,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Do not use the Universal Remote Make sure the hand-held transmitter 2. At the same time, press and system with any garage door opener has a new battery for quicker and hold both the hand-held that does not have the stop and more accurate transmission of the transmitter button and one of the reverse feature. This includes any radio-frequency signal. three Universal Remote system garage door opener model buttons to be used to operate manufactured before April 1, 1982. Programming the Universal the garage door. Do not release Remote System Read these instructions completely either button until the indicator before programming the Universal For questions or help programming light changes from a slow to a Remote system. It may help to have the Universal Remote system, call rapid flash. Then release both another person assist with the 1-800-355-3515 or see buttons. programming process. www.homelink.com. Some garage door openers may Keep the original hand-held Programming involves require substitution of Step 2 transmitter for use in other vehicles time-sensitive actions, and may time with the procedure under “Radio as well as for future programming. out causing the procedure to be Signals for Canada and Some Erase the programming when repeated. Gate Operators” later in this section. vehicle ownership is terminated. To program up to three devices: See “Erasing Universal Remote 3. Press and hold the newly 1. Hold the end of the hand-held System Buttons” later in this programmed Universal Remote section. transmitter about 3 to 8 cm (1 to system button for five seconds 3 in) away from the Universal To program a garage door opener, while watching the indicator light Remote system buttons with the and garage door activation. park outside directly in line with and indicator light in view. The facing the garage door opener hand-held transmitter was . If the indicator light stays on receiver. Clear all people and supplied by the manufacturer of continuously or the garage objects near the garage door. the garage door opener receiver. door moves when the button is pressed, then Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (47,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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programming is complete. flash, press and hold the same There is no need to button a second time for complete Steps 4–6. two seconds, then release it. Again, if the door does not move . If the indicator light does not come on or the garage or the garage door lamp does door does not move, a not flash, press and hold the second button press may same button a third time for be required. For a second two seconds, then release it. time, press and hold the The Universal Remote system Learn or Smart Button newly programmed button should now activate the for five seconds. If the light 4. After completing Steps 1–3, garage door. locate the Learn or Smart button stays on or the garage door Repeat the process for inside the garage on the garage moves, programming is programming the two remaining door opener receiver. The name complete. buttons. and color of the button may vary . If the indicator light blinks by manufacturer. rapidly for two seconds, Radio Signals for Canada and then changes to a solid light 5. Press and release the Learn or Some Gate Operators and the garage door does Smart button. Step 6 must be For questions or programming help, not move, continue with completed within 30 seconds of call 1-800-355-3515 or see programming Steps 4–6. pressing this button. www.homelink.com. 6. Inside the vehicle, press and Canadian radio-frequency laws and hold the newly programmed some U.S. gate operators require Universal Remote system button transmitter signals to time out for two seconds, then release it. or quit after several seconds of If the garage door does not transmission. This may not be long move or the lamp on the garage door opener receiver does not Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (48,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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enough for the Universal Remote Universal Remote System Reprogramming a Single system to pick up the signal during Operation Universal Remote System programming. Button If the programming did not work, Using the Universal Remote To reprogram any of the system replace Step 2 under “Programming System buttons: the Universal Remote System” with Press and hold the appropriate the following: 1. Press and hold any one of the Universal Remote system button for buttons. Do not release the Press and hold the Universal at least one-half second. The button. Remote system button while indicator light will come on while the pressing and releasing the signal is being transmitted. 2. The indicator light will begin to hand-held transmitter button every flash after 20 seconds. Without two seconds until the signal has Erasing Universal Remote releasing the button, proceed been successfully accepted by the System Buttons with Step 1 under “Programming Universal Remote system. The Erase all programmed buttons when the Universal Remote System.” Universal Remote system indicator vehicle ownership is terminated. light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly. Proceed with Step 3 under To erase: “Programming the Universal Remote 1. Press and hold the two outside System” to complete. buttons until the indicator light begins to flash. This should take about 10 seconds. 2. Release both buttons. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Lighting 6-1
Lighting Features Exterior Lighting Lighting Entry Lighting ...... 6-6 Delayed Entry Lighting ...... 6-6 Exterior Lamp Controls Exterior Lighting Delayed Exit Lighting ...... 6-6 Parade Dimming ...... 6-7 Exterior Lamp Controls ...... 6-1 Battery Load Management . . . . 6-7 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Battery Power Protection ...... 6-8 Changer ...... 6-2 Flash-to-Pass ...... 6-2 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)/Automatic Headlamp System ...... 6-2 Delayed Headlamps ...... 6-3 Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL) ...... 6-3 The exterior lamp control is on the Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . 6-3 instrument panel to the left of the Turn and Lane-Change steering wheel. Signals ...... 6-4 There are four positions: Interior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination O (Off): Briefly turn to this position Control ...... 6-4 to turn the automatic light control off Courtesy Lamps ...... 6-5 or on again. Dome Lamps ...... 6-5 AUTO (Automatic): Turns on the Reading Lamps ...... 6-5 headlamps automatically at normal brightness, together with the other exterior lamps and instrument panel lights. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
6-2 Lighting
; (Parking Lamps): Turns on the This indicator light turns on in the The DRL system makes the parking lamps including all lamps, instrument cluster when the low-beam headlamps come on at a except the headlamps. high-beam headlamps are on. reduced brightness when the following conditions are met: 5 (Headlamps): Turns on the Flash-to-Pass . headlamps together with the parking The ignition is in the ON/RUN lamps and instrument panel lights. This feature is used to signal to the position. A warning chime sounds if the driver vehicle ahead that you want . The exterior lamp control is door is opened when the ignition to pass. in AUTO. switch is off and the headlamps If the headlamps are off or in the . The engine is running. are on. low-beam position, pull the turn signal lever toward you to When the DRL are on, the regular Headlamp High/ momentarily switch to high beams. headlamps, taillamps, sidemarker, Low-Beam Changer and other lamps will not be on. The Release the lever to turn the instrument cluster will also not be lit. 2 3 (Headlamp High/Low-Beam high-beam headlamps off. The headlamps automatically Changer): Push the turn signal change from DRL to the regular lever away from you to turn the high Daytime Running Lamps headlamps depending on the beams on. (DRL)/Automatic darkness of the surroundings. The Pull the lever toward you to return to Headlamp System other lamps that come on with the low beams. headlamps will also come on. DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during When it is bright enough outside, the day. Fully functional DRL are the headlamps will go off and the required on all vehicles first sold in DRL will come on. Canada. The regular headlamp system should be turned on when needed. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Lighting 6-3
Do not cover the light sensor on top parking lamps position or until the when the transmission is in of the instrument panel because it pre-selected delayed headlamp R (Reverse). AFL is not immediately works with the DRL. lighting period has ended. operable after starting the vehicle; driving a short distance is required Lights On with Wipers If the ignition is turned off with the ; to calibrate the AFL. If the windshield wipers are exterior lamp control in the activated in daylight with the engine or 5 position, the delayed Hazard Warning Flashers on, and the exterior lamp control is headlamps cycle will not occur. in AUTO, the headlamps, parking To disable the delayed headlamps lamps and other exterior lamps feature or change the time of delay, come on. The transition time for the see Vehicle Personalization on lamps coming on varies based on page 5-38. wiper speed. When the wipers are not operating, these lamps turn off. P Adaptive Forward Move the exterior lamp control to Lighting (AFL) or ; to disable this feature. Vehicles with the AFL System have Delayed Headlamps headlamps that swivel to the left or right when making a turn to provide Delayed headlamps provide a better lighting. To enable AFL, set period of exterior lighting as you the exterior lamp switch to the leave the area around the vehicle. AUTO position. Move the switch out | (Hazard Warning Flasher): This feature is activated when the of the AUTO position to turn off the Press this button to make the front headlamps are on due to the system. See Exterior Lamp Controls and rear turn signal lamps flash on automatic headlamps control feature on page 6-1. and off. This warns others that you and when the ignition is turned off. AFL operates when the vehicle are having trouble. Press again to The headlamps remain on until the speed is greater than 3 km/h turn the flashers off. exterior lamp control is moved to the (2 mph). AFL does not operate Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
6-4 Lighting
The turn signals do not work while Raise or lower the lever until the Interior Lighting the hazard warning flashers are on. arrow starts to flash to signal a lane change. Hold it there until the lane Turn and Lane-Change change is completed. If the lever is Instrument Panel Signals briefly pressed and released, the Illumination Control turn signal flashes three times. The lever returns to its starting position whenever it is released. If after signaling a turn or lane change the arrow flashes rapidly or does not come on, a signal bulb may be burned out. Have any burned out bulbs replaced. If a bulb is not burned out, check the fuse. See Fuses and The instrument panel brightness Move the turn signal lever all the Circuit Breakers on page 10-28. knob is located on the instrument way up or down to signal a turn. panel to the left of the steering An arrow on the instrument cluster Turn Signal On Chime column. flashes in the direction of the turn or If either one of the turn signals is left D (Instrument Panel lane change. on and the vehicle has been driven Brightness): Push the knob in all more than 1.2 km (0.75 mi), a chime the way until it extends out and then will sound. turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to brighten or dim the lights. Push the knob back in when finished. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Lighting 6-5
Courtesy Lamps Dome Lamp Override The courtesy lamps automatically come on when a door is opened. The lamps can also be turned on manually by fully turning the instrument panel brightness control clockwise. The reading lamps, located on the headliner above the rearview mirror, can be turned on or off AMBIENT OFF (If Equipped): independently of the automatic The dome lamp override button is Press the button to turn the ambient courtesy lamps, when the doors are next to the exterior lamps control. lights off. Press the button again to closed. turn ambient lights on. E DOME OFF (Dome Lamp Override): Press the button and Reading Lamps Dome Lamps the dome lamps remain off when a The dome lamps are in the door is opened. An indicator light on Press the button near each lamp to overhead console and above the the button comes on to show that turn them on or off. rear seat passengers. the dome lamps are off. Press the button again so the dome lamps The dome lamps come on when a come on when a door is opened. door is opened, unless the dome lamp override button is pressed in. The lamps can also be turned on and off by turning the instrument panel brightness control clockwise to the farthest position. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
6-6 Lighting
Lighting Features When the ignition is on, illuminated Delayed Exit Lighting entry is inactive, which means the courtesy lamps will not come on Delayed exit lighting illuminates the Entry Lighting unless a door is opened. interior for a period of time after the For vehicles with courtesy lamps, key is removed from the ignition. they come on and stay on for a set Delayed Entry Lighting The ignition must be off for delayed exit lighting to work. When the key time whenever K is pressed on the Delayed entry lighting illuminates is removed, interior illumination Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) the interior for a period of time after activates and remains on until one transmitter. all the doors have been closed. of the following occurs: If a door is opened, the lamps stay The ignition must be off for delayed . The ignition is in ON/RUN. on while it is open and then turn off entry lighting to work. Immediately automatically about 20 seconds after all the doors have been closed, . The power door locks are after the door is closed. If K is the delayed entry lighting feature activated. pressed and no door is opened, the continues to work until one of the . An illumination period of lamps turn off after about following occurs: 20 seconds has elapsed. 20 seconds. . The ignition is in ON/RUN. If during the illumination period a Entry lighting includes a feature . The doors are locked. door is opened, the timed called theater dimming. With theater illumination period will be canceled . An illumination period of about dimming, the lamps do not turn off and the interior lamps will remain on 25 seconds has elapsed. at the end of the delay time. because a door is open. Instead, they slowly dim and then If during the illumination period a go out. The delay time is canceled if door is opened, the timed the ignition key is turned to ON/RUN illumination period is canceled and or the power door lock switch is the interior lamps remain on. pressed. The lamps will dim right away. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Lighting 6-7
Parade Dimming voltage move up or down. This is needed. It can temporarily reduce normal. If there is a problem, an the power demands of some This feature automatically prohibits alert will be displayed. accessories. the dimming of the instrument panel displays in daylight while the The battery can be discharged at Normally, these actions occur in headlamps are on so that the idle if the electrical loads are very steps or levels, without being displays are still able to be seen. high. This is true for all vehicles. noticeable. In rare cases at the This is because the generator highest levels of corrective action, Battery Load (alternator) may not be spinning fast this action may be noticeable to the enough at idle to produce all of the driver. If so, a DIC message might Management power needed for very high be displayed, such as BATTERY The vehicle has Electric Power electrical loads. SAVER ACTIVE, BATTERY Management (EPM) that estimates A high electrical load occurs when VOLTAGE LOW, or LOW BATTERY. the battery's temperature and state several of the following are on, such If one of these messages displays, it of charge. It then adjusts the voltage as: headlamps, high beams, rear is recommended that the driver for best performance and extended window defogger, climate control fan reduce the electrical loads as much life of the battery. at high speed, heated seats, engine as possible. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5-23. When the battery's state of charge cooling fans, trailer loads, and loads is low, the voltage is raised slightly plugged into accessory power to quickly bring the charge back up. outlets. When the state of charge is high, EPM works to prevent excessive the voltage is lowered slightly to discharge of the battery. It does this prevent overcharging. If the vehicle by balancing the generator's output has a voltmeter gauge or a voltage and the vehicle's electrical needs. display on the Driver Information It can increase engine idle speed to Center (DIC), you may see the generate more power whenever Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
6-8 Lighting
Battery Power Protection This feature helps prevent the battery from being drained, if the interior courtesy lamps or reading lamps are accidentally left on. If any of these lamps are left on, they automatically turn off after 10 minutes, if the ignition is off. The lamps will not come back on again until one of the following occurs: . The ignition is turned on. . The exterior lamps control is turned off, then on again. The headlamps will time out after 10 minutes, if they are manually turned on while the ignition is on or off. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Infotainment System 7-1
Settings Introduction Infotainment Settings ...... 7-24 System Trademarks and License Infotainment Agreements Base radio information is included in Introduction Trademarks and License this manual. See the infotainment Infotainment ...... 7-1 Agreements ...... 7-26 manual for information on other Theft-Deterrent Feature ...... 7-2 available infotainment systems. Overview ...... 7-3 Read the following pages to Operation ...... 7-3 become familiar with these features. Radio AM-FM Radio ...... 7-6 { Warning Satellite Radio ...... 7-9 Radio Reception ...... 7-10 Taking your eyes off the road for Multi-Band Antenna ...... 7-10 too long or too often while using any infotainment feature can Audio Players cause a crash. You or others CD Player ...... 7-11 could be injured or killed. Do not MP3 ...... 7-12 give extended attention to Auxiliary Devices ...... 7-14 infotainment tasks while driving. Rear Seat Infotainment Limit your glances at the vehicle Rear Seat Audio (RSA) displays and focus your attention System ...... 7-15 on driving. Use voice commands whenever possible. Phone Bluetooth ...... 7-17 Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
7-2 Infotainment System
The infotainment system has built-in Before driving: See Defensive Driving on page 9-3. features intended to help avoid . Become familiar with the To play the infotainment system with distraction by disabling some operation, faceplate buttons, and the ignition off, see Retained functions when driving. These screen buttons. Accessory Power (RAP) on functions may gray out when they page 9-19. are unavailable. Many infotainment . Set up the audio by presetting features are also available through favorite stations, setting the the instrument cluster and steering tone, and adjusting the Theft-Deterrent Feature wheel controls. speakers. TheftLock® is designed to . Set up phone numbers in discourage theft of the vehicle's advance so they can be called radio by learning a portion of the easily by pressing a single Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). button or by using a single voice The radio does not operate if it is command if equipped with stolen or moved to a different Bluetooth phone capability. vehicle. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Infotainment System 7-3
Overview 9. © SEEK (Previous/Reverse) The infotainment system is controlled by using the buttons, touch screen, 10. SEEK ¨ (Next/Forward) steering wheel controls, and voice recognition. See Operation on page 7-3. 11. / BACK Operation Infotainment Controls PUSH/ O (Volume/Power): . Press to turn the system on and off. . Turn to adjust the volume. Z (Eject): Press to eject a disc from the CD player. See CD Player on page 7-11. AUX Port: 3.5 mm (1/8 in) connection for external audio devices. PUSH/SEL(Select): 1. PUSH/O (Volume/Power) 5. PUSH/SEL (Select) . Turn to manually find a station or highlight a menu selection. Z 6. D (Home Page) 2. (Eject) . Press to select a highlighted 3. CD Slot 7. SRCE (Source) selection. 4. AUX Port 8. FAV (Favorites Menu) Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
7-4 Infotainment System
. CD, USB: Press to seek or skip D (Home Page): Press to go to SEEK (Previous/Reverse): © the next track or program. the Home Page. See Home Page “ ” . AM, FM, SiriusXM (if equipped): . CD, USB: Press and hold to fast in this section. Press to seek to the previous forward through a track. Release SRCE (Source): Press to switch strong station. Press and hold the button to return to playing between AM, FM, CD, and if for Scan. Press © again to stop speed. See CD Player on equipped, SiriusXM®, front auxiliary, the scan. page 7-11 and Auxiliary Devices rear auxiliary, and iPod/USB. . CD, USB: Press to seek to the on page 7-14. Press and hold to mute/pause the beginning of the current or / BACK: Press to return to the system. Press and hold again to previous track. previous screen in a menu. unmute/resume the system. . CD, USB: Press and hold to Touchscreen Buttons FAV (Favorites Menu): In AM, FM, quickly reverse through a track. or SiriusXM, press to change the Release the button to return to Touchscreen buttons show visibly current favorite page number above playing speed. See CD Player on the screen when available. When the preset buttons. Keep pressing to on page 7-11 and Auxiliary a function is unavailable, the button scroll through the favorites pages. Devices on page 7-14. may gray-out. When a function is The stored stations for each list selected, the button may highlight, display on the bottom of the screen. SEEK ¨ (Next/Forward): or animate. The number of preset Favorite . AM, FM, SiriusXM (if equipped): Pages can be changed by pressing Press to seek to the next strong the Settings button on a Home station. Press and hold for Scan. Page, then pressing Favorites Pages, and then selecting the Press ¨ again to stop the scan. number of Favorite Pages. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Infotainment System 7-5
Home Page FAV (Favorites): Press to scroll Now Playing: Press to display the through the favorites banner on the active source page. The sources bottom of the screen. The favorites available are AM, FM, XM (if banner stores your favorite radio equipped), CD, USB, Bluetooth, and SiriusXM stations. To store a or AUX Input. favorite station, press and hold on Settings: Press to display the the desired position on the banner Settings menu. See Settings on until a beep is heard. page 7-24. g (Voice Recognition): Press to Tone: Press to display the Tone begin voice recognition. See Settings menu. The following may Bluetooth on page 7-17. display: The infotainment system displays a Home Page to access all of the Menu: Press to enter the Home Tone Settings: Press to adjust the Page menu. applications. tone settings. The following may Previous : Press to go to the display: Back: Press to go back to the q previous Home Page. previous page or menu. . EQ: Press o or p to adjust the Home: From any page, press to Next r : Press to go to the next equalizer. Home Page. cycle through the Home Pages to . Bass: Press + or − to adjust start a different application. The Home Page Features the bass. Home Page can have up to three pages with eight icons per page. Some features are disabled when . Middle: Press + or − to adjust Each of these three pages can be the vehicle is moving and some the middle. customized to contain your choice icons may not be active. . Treble: Press + or − to adjust the of up to eight per screen. They may treble. also be re-ordered on each screen . to taste. Balance: Press L to hear more sound from the left speakers or R for more sound from the right Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
7-6 Infotainment System
speakers. The middle position Radio the bottom of the screen balances the sound between the allowing you to select the one left and right speakers. AM-FM Radio you want. . Fade: Press F for more sound Infotainment System Settings from the front speakers or R for Playing the Radio more sound from the rear Tone Settings PUSH/O (Power/Volume): speakers. The middle position To access the tone settings, press balances the sound between the . Press to turn the radio on or off. the Tone Settings button on the front and rear speakers. . Turn to increase or decrease the Home Page. DSP Mode: Press o or p to adjust volume of the active source. To adjust the settings: the DSP mode (if equipped). The steering wheel controls can . Bass: Press + or − to change Language also be used to adjust the volume. the level. See Steering Wheel Controls on . Middle: Press + or − to change To change the language of the page 5-3. screens. See Vehicle the level. Personalization on page 5-38. Audio Source . Treble: Press + or − to change ® English or Metric Units To access AM, FM, or SiriusXM if the level. equipped, do one of the following: To change the screens from English . EQ: Press o or p to scroll . Press the AM, FM, or XM (if or metric. See Driver Information through the preset EQ options. equipped) screen button on the Center (DIC) on page 5-23. Home Page. . DSP Mode: Press o or p to scroll through the preset DSP . Press the SRCE radio button to scroll through the options. modes. A source ribbon will appear at . Fade: Press the F or R button for more sound from the front or rear speakers. The middle Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Infotainment System 7-7
position balances the sound AM AM Station List: Press to display a between the front and rear list of AM stations. speakers. Update Station List: Press to . Balance: Press the L or R button update the AM stations list. for more sound from the left or right speakers. The middle FM position balances the sound between the left and right speakers. Finding a Station Press SRCE to select AM, FM, To access the AM menu press the or SiriusXM (if equipped). Menu screen button and the following may display: Turn the PUSH/SEL knob to find a radio station. To select a preset station, press FAV to scroll through the favorite pages and then press a preset button on the radio or the screen button. Seeking a Station Press © SEEK or SEEK ¨ to search for a station. You may also use the ¨ on the steering wheel controls. Favorites List: Press to display the favorites list. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
7-8 Infotainment System
To access the FM Menu press the SiriusXM (If Equipped) XM Channel List: Press to display Menu screen button and the a list of SiriusXM channels. following may display: XM Category List: Press to display a list of SiriusXM categories. Tune Select: If equipped with SiriusXM, press and the following may display: . Artist: Press to set an audio alert when the current artist is playing on a SiriusXM channel. To access the XM Menu press the . Song: Press to set an audio alert Menu screen button and the when the current song is playing following may display: Favorites List: Press to display the on a SiriusXM channel. favorites list. . Tune Select Manager: Press FM Station List: Press to display a Disable/Enable All Alerts to list of FM stations. enable or disable all alerts. A checkmark next to the alert FM Category List: Press to display means it is turned on. Press an a list of FM categories. alert to turn it off. Press Delete Update Station List: Press to to delete an alert. update the FM stations list. . Audible Alert: This feature will give an audio alert when certain artists or songs are available on Favorites List: Press to display the a specific station. Press to turn favorites list. on or off. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (9,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Infotainment System 7-9
Storing Radio Station Presets To change the number of favorite SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide pages displayed: variety of programming and Up to 30 preset stations can be commercial-free music, coast to stored. AM, FM, and SiriusXM (if 1. Press Settings on the coast, and in digital-quality sound. equipped) can be mixed. Home Page. For more information, see 1. From the AM, FM, or SiriusXM 2. Press Favorite Pages. www.siriusxm.com or call main page, press and hold 3. Select the number of pages to 1-866-635-2349 (U.S.) and any 1−5 buttons or one of the display. www.xmradio.ca or call preset screen buttons on the 1-877-209-0079 (Canada). banner until a beep is heard. Recalling a Preset Station When SiriusXM is active, the station The new preset information To recall a preset station from a name, number, category name, displays on that screen button. favorites page, do one the following: song title, and artist display on the 2. Repeat for each preset. . Press the FAV screen button at screen. SiriusXM may update the background picture at any time. Mixed-Band Presets the top bar to display the preset pop-up. Press one of the preset SiriusXM Categories Each favorite page can store screen buttons to go to the five preset stations. The presets selected preset station. SiriusXM stations are organized in within a page can be from different categories. radio bands. . In the AM, FM, or SiriusXM (if equipped) main page, press one Adding or Removing SiriusXM To scroll through the pages, press of the preset screen buttons to Categories FAV or the FAV screen button on the go to the selected preset station. top bar. The current page number Using the home page: displays above the preset buttons. Satellite Radio 1. Press the Settings screen button The stored stations for each favorite on the Home Page. page display on the preset buttons. If equipped, vehicles with a valid SiriusXM® satellite radio 2. Select XM Categories. subscription can receive SiriusXM programming. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (10,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
7-10 Infotainment System
3. Select or deselect a category. AM cause static interference in the A checkmark will indicate that radio. Unplug the phone or turn it off The range for most AM stations is the category is selected. if this happens. greater than for FM, especially at Press “Show All XM Categories” to night. The longer range can cause restore all SiriusXM categories. station frequencies to interfere with Multi-Band Antenna each other. Static can also occur The multi-band antenna is located Radio Reception when things like storms and power on the roof of the vehicle. This type lines interfere with radio reception. Frequency interference and static of antenna is used with the AM/FM When this happens, try reducing the can occur during normal radio radio, as well as OnStar and the treble on the radio. reception if items such as phone SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service chargers, vehicle convenience SiriusXM Satellite Radio System, if the vehicle has these features. Keep this antenna clear of accessories, and external electronic Service devices are plugged into the snow and ice build up for clear radio accessory power outlet. If there is If equipped, SiriusXM Satellite reception. If the vehicle has a interference or static, unplug the Radio Service provides digital radio sunroof, the performance of the item from the accessory power reception. Tall buildings or hills can radio system may be affected if the outlet. interfere with satellite radio signals, sunroof is open. Loading items onto causing the sound to fade in and the roof of the vehicle can interfere FM out. In addition, traveling or standing with the performance of the radio system and, if the vehicle has this FM signals only reach about 16 to under heavy foliage, bridges, feature, OnStar. Make sure the 65 km (10 to 40 mi). Although the garages, or tunnels may cause loss multi-band antenna is not radio has a built-in electronic circuit of the SiriusXM signal for a period obstructed. that automatically works to reduce of time. interference, some static can occur, Cell Phone Usage especially around tall buildings or hills, causing the sound to fade in Cell phone usage, such as making and out. or receiving phone calls, charging, or just having the phone on may Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (11,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Infotainment System 7-11
Audio Players difficulty in loading and ejecting. damaged or improperly loaded, If these problems occur, check the there is an error and the disc CD Player disc for damage or try a known ejects. good disc. The disc automatically plays once The player can be used for CD and To avoid damage to the CD player: loaded. MP3 audio. . Do not use scratched or Press Z to eject a disc from the With the vehicle on, insert a disc damaged discs. into the slot, label side up. The CD player. If the disc is not removed player pulls it in and begins playing. . Do not apply labels to discs. The within a short period of time, it is labels could get caught in the automatically pulled back into the The system is capable of playing: player. player. . Most audio CDs . Insert only one disc at a time. Playing an Audio CD . CD-R . Keep the loading slot free of Make sure a disc is inserted in the . CD-RW foreign materials, liquids, and player. debris. . MP3 or unprotected WMA 1. Press the Disc screen button on formats . Use a marking pen to label the the Home Page or from the top of the disc. SRCE/Source banner. When playing any compatible recordable disc, the sound quality Loading and Ejecting Discs 2. Press the Menu screen button can be reduced due to disc quality, on the CD Audio screen to To load a disc: the method of recording, the quality display a list of Tracks/Songs. of the music that has been 1. Turn the radio on. 3. Press the desired track/song. recorded, or the way the disc has 2. Insert a disc into the slot, label been handled. On the Disc main page a track side up. The player pulls it in the number displays at the beginning of There can be increased skipping, rest of the way. If the disc is each track. Song, Artist, Elapsed difficulty in recording tracks, Time, and Album information difficulty in finding tracks, and/or displays when available. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (12,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
7-12 Infotainment System
Use the following controls to play Error Messages MP3 the disc: If Disc Error displays and/or the disc Playing an MP3 CD © SEEK: comes out, it could be for one of the To play an MP3 CD, follow the same . Press to seek to the beginning of following reasons: instructions as Playing an the current or previous track. . “ The disc has an invalid or Audio CD. If the track has been playing for unknown format. ” less than eight seconds, it seeks The following guidelines must be . The disc is very hot. Try the disc to the previous track. If longer met when creating an MP3 disc, again when the temperature than eight seconds, the current otherwise the CD might not play: returns to normal. track starts from the beginning. . Sampling rate: 16 kHz, . The road is very rough. Try the . Press and hold to fast reverse 22.05 kHz, 24 kHz, 32 kHz, disc again when the road is through a track. Release the 44.1 kHz, and 48 kHz. smoother. button to return to playing . Bit rates supported: 8, 16, 24, . speed. Elapsed time displays. The disc is dirty, scratched, wet, 32, 40, 48, 56, 64, 80, 96, 112, or upside down. SEEK ¨: 128, 144, 160, 192, 224, 256, . The air is very humid. Try the and 320 kbps. . Press to seek to the next track. disc again later. . Maximum number of folders: . Press and hold to fast forward . There was a problem while eight folders with 255 files per through a track. Release the burning the disc. folder. button to return to playing speed. Elapsed time displays. . The label is caught in the player. . Maximum of 1,000 files on a disc. PUSH/SEL (Select): Turn to the If the CD is not playing correctly, for right or left to select the next or any other reason, try a known . Recorded on a CD-R or CD-RW previous track. good CD. with a maximum capacity of If any error continues, contact your 700 MB. dealer. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (13,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Infotainment System 7-13
. The Artist/Album/Song Titles/ by the artist. There might be a delay Genre information requires a CD before the list displays. Select a to be fully scanned before the song from the list to begin playback. music navigator works with these menus. Genres: Press to view the genres. Select a genre to view a list of all MP3 Audio songs of that genre. Select a song from the list to begin playback. Albums: Press to view the albums Press any of the following buttons on the disc. Select the album to on the MP3 Audio Menu: view a list of all songs on the album. There might be a delay before the Folders: Press to view the folders list displays. Select a song from the stored on the disc. Select a folder to list to begin playback. view the list of all songs in that folder. There might be a delay Composers: Press to view the before the list displays. Select a Composers stored on the disc. Press the Menu screen button while song from the list to begin playback. There might be a delay before the that source is active to access the list displays. The Composers menu MP3 Audio Menu. Playlists: Press to view the displays. Select a composer to playlists stored on the disc. Select a display a list of albums from the playlist to view the list of all songs in composer. that playlist. There might be a delay before the list displays. Select a Tracks (Song Titles): Press to song from the list to begin playback. display a list of all songs on the disc. Songs are displayed as stored Artists: Press to view the list of on the disc. There might be a delay artists stored on the disc. Select an before the list displays. To begin artist name to view a list of all songs playback, select a song from the list. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (14,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
7-14 Infotainment System
Root Directory present in the ID3 tag, the radio Using the 3.5 mm (1/8 in) The root directory is treated as a displays the file name as the Auxiliary Input Jack track name. folder. All files contained directly This is not an audio output; do not under the root directory are Preprogrammed Playlists plug a headphone set into the front accessed prior to any root directory auxiliary input jack. Connect an folders. The radio recognizes preprogrammed playlists; however, auxiliary input device such as an Empty Folders there is no editing capability. These iPod, laptop computer, MP3 player, CD player, or cassette tape player If a root directory or folder is empty playlists are treated as special folders containing compressed to the auxiliary input jack for use as or contains only folders, the player another source for audio listening. advances to the next folder in the audio song files. file structure that contains a Drivers are encouraged to set up compressed audio file. The empty Auxiliary Devices any auxiliary device while the vehicle is in P (Park). See folder(s) are not displayed or The vehicle has a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) numbered. Defensive Driving on page 9-3 for auxiliary input jack on the faceplate more information on driver No Folder and a USB port in the center stack. distraction. When the CD only contains If equipped, there are two USB To use an auxiliary input device, compressed audio files without any ports on the rear of the center connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) cable to folders or playlists, all files are console that can be used for the radio's front auxiliary input jack. under the root folder. charging only. They can charge devices that draw 2.1 amps or less. Press SRCE to select the device. File System and Naming See the device’s owner manual for Using the USB Port The song titles, artists, albums, and the specification. genres are taken from the file's ID3 The USB port can control a USB tag and are only displayed if present storage device or an iPod using the in the tag. If a song title is not radio buttons and knobs. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (15,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Infotainment System 7-15
USB Supported Devices Rear Seat The RSA functions operate even when the main radio is off. The front . USB Flash Drives Infotainment audio system displays X when the . Portable USB Hard Drives RSA is on, and disappears from the . Fifth generation or later iPod Rear Seat Audio (RSA) display when it is off. . iPod classic® (6th generation) System Audio can be heard through wired . iPod nano® (3G, 4G, 5G, If equipped with RSA, rear seat headphones (not included) plugged and 6G) passengers can listen to and control into the jacks on the RSA. If the any of the music sources: radio, vehicle has this feature, audio can . iPod touch® (1G, 2G, 3G, CDs, DVDs, or other auxiliary also be heard on Channel 2 of the and 4G) sources. The rear seat passengers wireless headphones. ® . iPhone (2G, 3G, 3GS, 4, and 5) can only control the music sources The audio system mutes the rear . iPad® (1G, 2G) the front seat passengers are not speakers when the RSA audio is listening to (except on some radios active through the headphones. Not all iPods and USB drives are where dual control is allowed). For compatible with the USB port. example, rear seat passengers can To listen to an iPod or portable control a CD and listen to it through audio device through the RSA, Make sure the iPod has the latest attach the iPod or portable audio firmware from Apple® for proper the headphones, while the driver listens to the radio through the front device to the front auxiliary input (if operation. iPod firmware can be available), located on the front audio ® speakers. The rear seat passengers updated using the latest iTunes system. Turn the iPod on, then application. See www.apple.com/ have control of the volume for each set of headphones. choose the front auxiliary input with itunes. the RSA SRCE button. For help identifying your iPod, go to To turn the RSA off from the front, www.apple.com/support. press and hold the radio power button for more than two seconds. Press the power button on the RSA to turn it back on. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (16,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
7-16 Infotainment System
Press and hold © or ¨ until the PROG (Program): Press to go to display flashes to tune to an the next preset radio station or individual station. The display stops channel set on the main radio. This flashing after the buttons have not function is inactive, with some been pressed for more than radios, if the front seat passengers two seconds. This function is are listening to the radio. inactive, with some radios, if the When a CD or DVD audio disc is front seat passengers are listening playing, press PROG to go to the to the radio. beginning of the CD or DVD audio. This function is inactive, with some P (Power): Press to turn the RSA While listening to a disc, press to ¨ radios, if the front seat passengers on or off. go to the next track or chapter on are listening to the disc. Volume: Turn to increase or to the disc. Press © to go back to the When a disc is playing in the CD or decrease the volume of the wired start of the current track or chapter DVD changer, press PROG to headphones. The left knob controls (if more than 10 seconds have select the next disc if multiple discs the left headphones and the right played). This function is inactive, are loaded. This function is inactive, knob controls the right headphones. with some radios, if the front seat with some radios, if the front seat passengers are listening to the disc. SRCE (Source): Press to select passengers are listening to the disc. between the radio, CD, and if the When a DVD video menu is being When a DVD video menu is being vehicle has these features, DVD, displayed, press © or ¨ to perform a displayed, press PROG to perform front auxiliary, and rear auxiliary. cursor up or down on the menu. the ENTER menu function. © or ¨ (Seek): Press to go to the Hold © or ¨ to perform a cursor left previous or to the next station and or right on the menu. stay there. This function is inactive, with some radios, if the front seat passengers are listening to the radio. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (17,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Infotainment System 7-17
Phone . Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle. receive phone calls. The system The system may not work with can be used while the key is in the all cell phones. See “Pairing” in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY Bluetooth this section. position. The range of the Bluetooth For vehicles equipped with . If the cell phone has voice system can be up to 9.1 m (30 ft). Bluetooth capability, the system can dialing capability, learn to use Not all phones support all functions, interact with many cell phones, that feature to access the and not all phones work with the allowing: address book or contact list. See in-vehicle Bluetooth system. See www.gm.com/bluetooth for more . “Voice Pass-Thru” in this Placement and receipt of calls in information on compatible phones. a hands-free mode. section. . See Storing and Deleting Phone . Sharing of the cell phone’s “ Voice Recognition Numbers in this section. address book or contact list with ” The Bluetooth system uses voice the vehicle. recognition to interpret voice { Warning To minimize driver distraction, commands to dial phone numbers and name tags. before driving, and with the vehicle When using a cell phone, it can parked: be distracting to look too long or For additional information, say . Become familiar with the too often at the screen of the “Help” while you are in a voice features of the cell phone. phone or the infotainment system. recognition menu. Organize the phone book and Taking your eyes off the road too Noise: Keep interior noise levels to contact lists clearly and delete long or too often could cause a a minimum. The system may not duplicate or rarely used entries. crash resulting in injury or death. recognize voice commands if there If possible, program speed dial Focus your attention on driving. is too much background noise. or other shortcuts. . Review the controls and A Bluetooth system can use a operation of the infotainment Bluetooth-capable cell phone with a system. Hands-Free Profile to make and Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (18,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
7-18 Infotainment System
. The pairing process is disabled When to Speak: A short tone / (Press To Talk): Press to b g when the vehicle is moving. sounds after the system responds answer incoming calls, confirm indicating when it is waiting for a system information, and start . Pairing only needs to be voice command. Wait until the tone speech recognition. completed once, unless the and then speak. pairing information on the cell / (End): Press to end a call, c x phone changes or the cell phone How to Speak: Speak clearly in a reject a call, or cancel an operation. calm and natural voice. is deleted from the system. Pairing . Audio System Only one paired cell phone can A Bluetooth enabled cell phone be connected to the Bluetooth When using the in-vehicle Bluetooth must be paired to the Bluetooth system at a time. system, sound comes through the system and then connected to the . If multiple paired cell phones are vehicle's front audio system vehicle before it can be used. See within range of the system, the speakers and overrides the audio the cell phone manufacturer's user system connects to the first system. Use the audio system guide for Bluetooth functions before available paired cell phone in the volume knob, during a call, to pairing the cell phone. If a Bluetooth order that they were first paired change the volume level. The phone is not connected, calls will be to the system. To connect to a adjusted volume level remains in made using OnStar Hands-Free different paired phone, see memory for later calls. To prevent Calling, if equipped. See “OnStar” if Connecting to a Different missed calls, a minimum volume “ equipped. Phone later in this section. level is used if the volume is turned ” down too low. Pairing Information Pairing a Phone . A Bluetooth phone with MP3 Bluetooth Controls 1. Press / . capability cannot be paired to b g Use the buttons located on the the vehicle as a phone and an 2. Say “Bluetooth.” This command steering wheel to operate the MP3 player at the same time. can be skipped. in-vehicle Bluetooth system. See . Up to five cell phones can be Steering Wheel Controls on paired to the Bluetooth system. page 5-3. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (19,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Infotainment System 7-19
3. Say “Pair.” The system responds Listing All Paired and Connected Connecting to a Different Phone with instructions and a four-digit Phones To connect to a different cell phone, Personal Identification Number The system can list all cell phones the Bluetooth system looks for the (PIN). The PIN is used in Step 5. paired to it. If a paired cell phone is next available cell phone in the 4. Start the pairing process on the also connected to the vehicle, the order in which all the available cell cell phone that you want to pair. system responds with “is connected” phones were paired. Depending on For help with this process, see after that phone name. which cell phone you want to the cell phone manufacturer's connect to, you may have to use user guide. 1. Press b / g. this command several times. 2. Say Bluetooth. 5. Locate the device named “Your “ ” 1. Press b / g. Vehicle” in the list on the cell 3. Say “List.” phone. Follow the instructions 2. Say “Bluetooth.” Deleting a Paired Phone on the cell phone to enter the 3. Say “Change phone.” PIN provided in Step 3. After the If the phone name you want to . PIN is successfully entered, the If another cell phone is delete is unknown, see “Listing All found, the response will be system prompts you to provide a Paired and Connected Phones.” name for the paired cell phone. “
7-20 Infotainment System
Storing and Deleting Phone Using the “Store” Command repeats back the digit it heard Numbers followed by a tone. After the last 1. Press b / g. digit has been entered, say The system can store up to 2. Say “Store.” “Store,” and then follow the 30 phone numbers as name tags in directions given by the system to the Hands-Free Directory that is 3. Say the phone number or group save a name tag for this number. shared between the Bluetooth and of numbers you want to store all OnStar systems, if equipped. at once with no pauses, then Using the “Delete” Command follow the directions given by the The following commands are used system to save a name tag for 1. Press b / g. to delete and store phone numbers. this number. 2. Say “Delete.” Store: This command will store a phone number, or a group of Using the “Digit Store” Command 3. Say the name tag you want to numbers as a name tag. If an unwanted number is delete. Digit Store: This command allows recognized by the system, say Using the “Delete All Name Tags” a phone number to be stored as a “Clear” at any time to clear the last Command number. name tag by entering the digits one This command deletes all stored at a time. To hear all of the numbers name tags in the Hands-Free Delete: This command is used to recognized by the system, say Calling Directory and the OnStar delete individual name tags. “Verify” at any time. Turn-by-Turn Destinations Directory, if equipped. Delete All Name Tags: This 1. Press b / g. command deletes all stored name To delete all name tags: 2. Say “Digit Store.” tags in the Hands-Free Calling 1. Press / . Directory and the OnStar 3. Say each digit, one at a time, b g Turn-by-Turn Destinations Directory, that you want to store. After 2. Say “Delete all name tags.” if equipped. each digit is entered, the system Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (21,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Infotainment System 7-21
Listing Stored Numbers Using the “Dial” or “Call” If an unwanted number is Command recognized by the system, say The list command will list all stored Clear at any time to clear the last numbers and name tags. “ ” 1. Press b / g. number. Using the “List” Command 2. Say “Dial” or “Call.” To hear all of the numbers 1. Press b / g. 3. Say the entire number without recognized by the system, say pausing, or say the name tag. “Verify” at any time. 2. Say “Directory.” Once connected, the person called 1. Press b / g. 3. Say “Hands-Free Calling.” will be heard through the audio 2. Say “Digit Dial.” 4. Say “List.” speakers. 3. Say each digit, one at a time, Calling 911 Emergency Making a Call that you want to dial. After each Calls can be made using the 1. Press b / g. digit is entered, the system following commands. repeats back the digit it heard 2. Say “Dial” or “Call.” followed by a tone. After the last Dial or Call: The dial or call 3. Say 911. digit has been entered, command can be used “ ” say “Dial.” interchangeably to dial a phone 4. Say "Dial" or "Call.” number or a stored name tag. Once connected, the person called Using the “Digit Dial” Command will be heard through the audio Digit Dial: This command allows a The digit dial command allows a speakers. phone number to be dialed by phone number to be dialed by entering the digits one at a time. Using the Re-dial Command entering the digits one at a time. “ ” Re-dial: This command is used to After each digit is entered, the 1. Press b / g. dial the last number used on the cell system repeats back the digit it phone. heard followed by a tone. 2. After the tone, say “Re-dial.” Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (22,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
7-22 Infotainment System
Once connected, the person called . Press c / x to disconnect the Muting a Call will be heard through the audio current call and switch to the call During a call, all sounds from inside speakers. on hold. the vehicle can be muted so that the Receiving a Call Three-Way Calling person on the other end of the call cannot hear them. When an incoming call is received, Three-way calling must be the audio system mutes and a ring supported on the cell phone and . To mute a call, press b / g , and tone is heard in the vehicle. enabled by the wireless service then say “Mute call.” carrier. . Press b / g to answer the call. . To cancel mute, press b / g , 1. While on a call, press b / g. and then say “Un-mute call.” . Press c / x to ignore a call. 2. Say “Three-way call.” Transferring a Call Call Waiting 3. Use the dial or call command to Audio can be transferred between Call waiting must be supported on dial the number of the third party the Bluetooth system and the cell the cell phone and enabled by the to be called. phone. wireless service carrier. 4. Once the call is connected, The cell phone must be paired and . Press b / g to answer an press b / g to link all callers connected with the Bluetooth incoming call when another call together. system before a call can be is active. The original call is transferred. The connection process placed on hold. Ending a Call can take up to two minutes after the ignition is turned to ON/RUN. . Press b / g again to return to Press c / x to end a call. the original call. . To ignore the incoming call, no action is required. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (23,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Infotainment System 7-23
Transferring Audio from the To access contacts stored in the cell Sending a Number or Name Tag Bluetooth System to a Cell Phone phone: During a Call During a call with the audio in the 1. Press b / g. 1. Press b / g. The system vehicle: responds Ready, followed by 2. Say “Bluetooth.” This command “ ” 1. Press b / g. can be skipped. a tone. 2. Say Dial. 2. Say “Transfer Call.” 3. Say “Voice.” The system “ ” responds “OK, accessing 3. Say the number or name tag Transferring Audio to the
7-24 Infotainment System
Other Information . Rear Camera: Select Symbols Settings and/or Guidelines to have them The Bluetooth® word mark and ® Press Settings on the Home Page display on the rear camera logos are owned by the Bluetooth to adjust features and preferences, screen. SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks such as Favorite Pages, Display, . Brightness: Select to adjust the by General Motors is under license. Time, and Date, etc. Other trademarks and trade names screen brightness. are those of their respective owners. 1. Press the Settings screen button Speed Compensated Volume: on the Home Page. See Radio Frequency Statement on Select OFF, Low, Medium, or High page 13-12. 2. Touch-tap the scroll bar until the sensitivity to automatically adjust desired option displays. Select the volume to minimize the effects the desired settings to change. of unwanted background noise that can result from changing road A few of the setting options change surfaces, driving speeds, or open the way the navigation system windows. This feature works best at displays or reacts while in use. lower volume settings where Favorite Pages: Press to select background noise is typically louder the number of favorite pages than the sound system volume. displayed on the screen. The choice Audible Touch Feedback: Select is 1–6 pages. to adjust the volume of the beep Display: Press to adjust the screen that is played after touching a settings. screen button. . Display Off: Select to turn the Notification Prompt Volume: screen off. Touch the screen to Select to adjust the volume of the turn the screen back on. notification prompts. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (25,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Infotainment System 7-25
Set Time: . Press the Back or Cancel screen To access the rear camera display button to cancel the settings, press Display from the . Press the up or down arrows to adjustments. change the Hours, Minutes, AM, Home screen, then press the Rear PM, or 24 hour setting on the XM Categories: Press to Camera screen button. The clock. customize which available XM following options are available: Categories are displayed and used Symbols: Press to enable or . Press and hold to quickly in the system. increase or decrease the time disable the Rear Park Assist (RPA) settings. Create “AS IS” Infotainment symbols presented over the rear File: This is used for dealer camera video. . Press OK to save the troubleshooting. adjustments. Guidelines: Press to enable or Open Source Software: Select to disable the RPA dynamic guidelines . Press the Back or Cancel screen view software website information. presented over the rear camera button to cancel the video. adjustments. Rear Vision Camera (If Equipped) See Rear Vision Camera (RVC) on Set Date: page 9-38. The rear vision camera can assist . Press the up or down arrows to Screen Brightness increase or decrease the Month, the driver when backing up by Day, and Year settings. displaying a view of the area behind To adjust the screen brightness, the vehicle. touch the screen, then press + or − . Press and hold to quickly on the brightness control. increase or decrease the date settings. . Press OK to save the adjustments. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (26,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
7-26 Infotainment System
Trademarks and Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the License Agreements double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #'s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,487,535 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS and the Symbol are registered trademarks and DTS Digital Surround and the DTS logos are trademarks of DTS Inc. All Rights Reserved. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Climate Controls 8-1
Climate Controls Climate Control Systems
Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System Dual Automatic Climate Control The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with System ...... 8-1 this system. Rear Climate Control System ...... 8-6 Rear Climate Control System (with Rear Seat Audio) ...... 8-7 Air Vents Air Vents ...... 8-8 Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter ...... 8-9
1. Driver and Passenger Side 5. REAR (Rear Climate Control) Temperature Controls 6. Defrost 2. Air Delivery Mode Controls 7. Rear Window Defogger 3. SYNC (Synchronized 8. Fan Control Temperature) 9. Recirculation 4. AUTO (Automatic Operation) 10. A/C (Air Conditioning) Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
8-2 Climate Controls
Display Function To use automatic mode: 2. Set the temperature for the Each time the temperature, mode, 1. Press the AUTO button. driver and passenger. or fan controls are adjusted, the When AUTO is selected, the To find a comfortable setting, climate control display shows that current temperature(s) is start with a 22°C (73°F) function along with the inside displayed and the AUTO temperature setting and allow temperature setting. The outside indicator light is on. about 20 minutes for the system temperature is displayed on the to regulate. Use the driver side instrument cluster. When AUTO is selected, the air or passenger side temperature conditioning and air inlet are ( (On/Off): Turn clockwise or control to adjust the temperature automatically controlled. The air setting as necessary. The counterclockwise to turn the climate conditioning runs when the control system on or off. system will remain at the outside temperature is over 4°C selected setting. Choosing the The climate control system will also (40°F). The system is warmest or coolest temperatures turn on if the defrost, AUTO, or air automatically set to outside air, does not cause the vehicle to conditioning buttons are pressed. unless it is hot outside and then heat or cool more quickly. the air inlet changes to Automatic Operation recirculation mode to help To avoid blowing cold air in cold weather, the system delays AUTO (Automatic): The system quickly cool the vehicle. The turning on the fan until warm air automatically controls the inside recirculation indicator light will is available. Turn the fan knob to temperature, the air delivery, and come on. override this delay and select the fan speed. the fan speed. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Climate Controls 8-3
Temperature Control SYNC (Synchronized Changing the air delivery mode The driver and passenger side Temperature): Press to set the while in automatic control places the temperature controls are used to passenger temperature to match the system into manual control. The air adjust the temperature of the air driver temperature setting. delivery mode button indicator displays, and the AUTO button coming through the system. The Manual Operation temperature can be adjusted even if indicator light turns off. the system is turned off since The air delivery mode or fan speed H (Vent): Air is directed to the outside air still enters the vehicle, can be manually adjusted. instrument panel outlets. unless the recirculation mode is 9 (Fan Control): Turn the knob ) (Bi-Level): Air is divided selected. See “Recirculation” later in clockwise or counterclockwise to between the instrument panel and this section. increase or decrease the fan speed. floor outlets. Some air is directed Driver Side Temperature Turning the fan control knob while in towards the windshield and side Control: Turn clockwise or automatic control places the fan window outlets. Cooler air is counterclockwise to increase or speed under manual control. directed to the upper outlets and decrease the driver side warmer air to the floor outlets. The air delivery mode remains in temperature. The driver side automatic control. The fan setting (Floor): Air is directed to the temperature display will show the 6 displays momentarily and then no floor outlets, with some of the air temperature setting. longer displays. directed to the windshield, side Passenger Side Temperature window, and second row floor Control: Turn clockwise or Air Delivery Modes: Press H, ), outlets. In this mode, the system counterclockwise to increase or 6, or - to change the direction of uses outside air. the airflow in the vehicle. An decrease the passenger side (Defog): This mode clears the temperature. The passenger side indicator light comes on in the - selected mode button. Pressing a windows of fog or moisture. Air is display will show the temperature directed to the windshield, floor setting. mode button while the system is off changes the air delivery mode outlets, and side window vents. without turning the system on. When this mode is selected, the system turns off recirculation and Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
8-4 Climate Controls
runs the air conditioning compressor turns off to show that the A/C mode turned on, outside air or unless the outside temperature is is not available. If the A/C is on and recirculation is automatically less than 4°C (40°F). Do not drive the outside temperature drops selected for better performance. the vehicle until all the windows are below a temperature which is too When recirculation is activated, the clear. cool for air conditioning to be air conditioning compressor comes 0 (Defrost): Press to turn the effective, the A/C indicator turns off on and helps to quickly cool the air defrost on or off. This mode quickly to show that the A/C mode has inside the vehicle. This mode also clears the windshield of fog or frost. been canceled. helps to reduce the outside air and Air is directed to the windshield, On hot days, open the windows odors that may enter the vehicle. side window, and floor vents. In this briefly to let hot inside air escape. The recirculation mode cannot be mode, outside air is pulled inside This helps reduce the time it takes used with floor, defog, or defrosting the vehicle. The air conditioning for the interior of the vehicle to modes. If recirculation is selected in system runs automatically in this cool down. these modes, the indicator flashes setting, unless the outside The air conditioning system three times and turns off. While in temperature is less than 4°C (40°F). removes moisture from the air, so recirculation mode the windows can Do not drive the vehicle until all the water might drip under the vehicle fog when the weather is cold and windows are clear. while idling or after turning off the damp. To clear the fog, select either engine. This is normal. the defog or defrost mode and Air Conditioning @ (Recirculation): Press to increase the fan speed. A/C (Air Conditioning): Press to alternate between recirculating air REAR: Press to turn the rear turn the air conditioning on and off. inside the vehicle or pulling in heating and air conditioning on or An indicator light comes on when outside air. An indicator light comes off. See Rear Climate Control A/C is on. on when recirculation mode is System on page 8-6 or Rear The A/C does not work when the active. With each ignition cycle, the Climate Control System (with Rear outside temperature is below 4°C recirculation mode is reset to Seat Audio) on page 8-7. (40°F). If A/C is pressed the automatic. When the engine is indicator flashes three times and Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Climate Controls 8-5
Rear Window Defogger The interior temperature sensor, on Caution (Continued) the instrument panel to the right of The rear window defogger uses a the steering column, measures the warming grid to remove fog from the covered by the vehicle warranty. temperature of the air inside the rear window. Do not stick anything to the rear vehicle. window. R1 (Rear Window Defogger): There is also an exterior Press to turn the rear window temperature sensor behind the front defogger on or off. The rear window Sensors grille. This sensor reads the outside defogger stays on for about The solar sensor in the defrost grille air temperature and helps maintain 10 minutes, before turning off. The in the middle of the instrument the temperature inside the vehicle. defogger also turns off when the panel, monitors the solar heat. Do Any cover on the front of the vehicle engine is turned off. Do not drive the not cover the solar sensor or the could cause a false reading in the vehicle until all the windows are system will not work properly. displayed temperature. clear. The climate control system uses the If equipped with heated outside information from these sensors to rearview mirrors, fog or frost is maintain comfort settings by cleared from the surface of the adjusting the temperature, fan mirror when the rear window defog speed, and air delivery mode. The button is pressed. system may also supply cooler air to the side of the vehicle facing the { Caution sun. The recirculation mode will also be used as needed to maintain cool Using a razor blade or sharp outlet temperatures. object on the inside rear window can damage the antenna or defogger. Repairs would not be (Continued) Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
8-6 Climate Controls
Rear Climate Control System Independent Mode: This mode directs rear seating airflow according to the settings of the rear controls. It comes on when any rear control is adjusted. Fan Control: Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed. Turn the knob to ( to turn the fan off. Temperature Control: Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the airflow temperature. Air Delivery Mode Control: Turn 1. Fan Control Press the REAR button on the front to the desired mode to change the 2. Temperature Control climate control system to control the airflow direction. rear climate control system. The 3. Air Delivery Mode Control REAR text displays when the rear H (Vent): Air is directed through the overhead outlets. For vehicles with the rear climate system is on. control system, the controls are Sync Mode: This mode matches ) (Bi-Level): Air is directed located on the rear of the center the rear climate control to the front through the rear floor outlets, as console. The system can also be climate control settings. It comes on well as the overhead outlets. controlled with the front controls. when REAR is pressed. 6 (Floor): Air is directed through the floor outlets. The rear system floor outlets are located under the third row seats. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Climate Controls 8-7
Rear Climate Control System (with Rear Seat Audio) Independent Mode: This mode directs rear seating airflow according to the settings of the rear controls. It comes on when any rear control is adjusted. D and C (Fan Control): Press the fan up or down buttons to increase or decrease the fan speed. Temperature Control: Press + or − to increase or decrease the air temperature. The temperature settings will display in 0-12 increments, going from the coolest (0) to the warmest (12) setting. 1. Fan Control rear controls, except C , are N (Air Delivery Mode Control): 2. Air Delivery Mode Control pressed. The display is activated when the rear system is on. Press to manually change the 3. Temperature Control direction of the airflow. Repeatedly The system can also be turned off If equipped with the rear climate press the button until the desired control system, the controls are on by pressing C until the fan goes off. mode appears on the display. the rear of the center console. Sync Mode: This mode matches H (Vent): Air is directed through Press the REAR button on the front the rear climate control to the front the overhead outlets. climate control system to control the climate control settings. It comes on rear climate control system. The when REAR is pressed. system also turns on if any of the Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
8-8 Climate Controls
. Use of non-GM approved hood (Bi-Level): Air is directed ) Air Vents deflectors can adversely affect through the rear floor outlets, as the performance of the system. well as the overhead outlets. Use the slider switch in the center of the outlet, to change the direction of . Keep the path under all seats (Floor): Air is directed through 6 the airflow. Use the thumbwheel clear of objects to help circulate the floor outlets. The rear system near the outlet to control the amount the air inside the vehicle more floor outlets are under the third row of airflow or to shut off the airflow. effectively. seats. Keep all outlets open whenever . If fogging reoccurs while in vent possible for best system or bi-level modes with mild performance. temperature throughout the Operation Tips vehicle, turn on the air conditioner to reduce windshield . Clear away any ice, snow, fogging. or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that can block the flow of air into the vehicle. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (9,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Climate Controls 8-9
Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter The filter reduces the dust, pollen, and other airborne irritants from outside air and inside air when in recirculation mode. The filter should be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance. See Maintenance Schedule on 2. Twist the compartment 5. Squeeze the housing cover (1) page 11-3. To find out what type of retainers (1) and pull outward to tabs to remove. replacement filter to use, see remove. Maintenance Replacement Parts on 6. Remove the old air filter from the page 11-13. 3. Lower the instrument panel passenger compartment air filter compartment assembly (2) housing (2). 1. Open the glove box. beyond the stops. 7. Install the new air filter. 4. If needed, unsnap the instrument 8. Replace the housing cover. panel compartment assembly (2) from the instrument panel. When 9. If removed, reinstall the reinstalling, be sure the instrument panel compartment instrument panel compartment assembly. dampener arm is aligned 10. Reinstall the compartment properly to the dampener gear retainers. assembly. See your dealer if additional assistance is needed. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (10,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
8-10 Climate Controls
2 NOTES Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Driving and Operating 9-1
Shifting Into Park ...... 9-19 Cruise Control Driving and Shifting out of Park ...... 9-20 Cruise Control ...... 9-30 Operating Parking over Things That Burn ...... 9-21 Driver Assistance Systems Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Engine Exhaust Driving Information System ...... 9-33 Engine Exhaust ...... 9-21 Parking Assist ...... 9-35 Distracted Driving ...... 9-2 Running the Vehicle While Side Blind Zone Defensive Driving ...... 9-3 Parked ...... 9-22 Alert (SBZA) ...... 9-36 Drunk Driving ...... 9-3 Rear Vision Control of a Vehicle ...... 9-3 Automatic Transmission Camera (RVC) ...... 9-38 Braking ...... 9-3 Automatic Transmission . . . . . 9-22 Lane Departure Steering ...... 9-4 Manual Mode ...... 9-24 Warning (LDW) ...... 9-40 Off-Road Recovery ...... 9-5 Tow/Haul Mode ...... 9-25 Loss of Control ...... 9-5 Fuel Driving on Wet Roads ...... 9-6 Drive Systems Fuel ...... 9-42 Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 9-6 All-Wheel Drive ...... 9-26 California Fuel Winter Driving ...... 9-7 Brakes Requirements ...... 9-43 If the Vehicle Is Stuck ...... 9-9 Antilock Brake Fuels in Foreign Countries . . . 9-43 Vehicle Load Limits ...... 9-9 System (ABS) ...... 9-26 Fuel Additives ...... 9-43 Starting and Operating Parking Brake ...... 9-27 Filling the Tank ...... 9-43 Brake Assist ...... 9-28 Filling a Portable Fuel New Vehicle Break-In ...... 9-14 Container ...... 9-45 Ignition Positions ...... 9-14 Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...... 9-28 Starting the Engine ...... 9-16 Ride Control Systems Engine Heater ...... 9-17 Traction Control/Electronic Retained Accessory Stability Control ...... 9-28 Power (RAP) ...... 9-19 Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
9-2 Driving and Operating
Trailer Towing Driving Information . Designate a front seat General Towing passenger to handle potential distractions. Information ...... 9-46 Distracted Driving Driving Characteristics and . Become familiar with vehicle Towing Tips ...... 9-46 Distraction comes in many forms features before driving, such as Trailer Towing ...... 9-49 and can take your focus from the programming favorite radio Towing Equipment ...... 9-51 task of driving. Exercise good stations and adjusting climate Conversions and Add-Ons judgment and do not let other control and seat settings. activities divert your attention away Program all trip information into Add-On Electrical from the road. Many local any navigation device prior to Equipment ...... 9-53 governments have enacted laws driving. regarding driver distraction. Become . Wait until the vehicle is parked familiar with the local laws in to retrieve items that have fallen your area. to the floor. To avoid distracted driving, always . Stop or park the vehicle to tend keep your eyes on the road, hands to children. on the wheel, and mind on the drive. . Keep pets in an appropriate . Do not use a phone in carrier or restraint. demanding driving situations. Use a hands-free method to . Avoid stressful conversations place or receive necessary while driving, whether with a phone calls. passenger or on a cell phone. . Watch the road. Do not read, take notes, or look up information on phones or other electronic devices. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Driving and Operating 9-3
. Allow enough following distance Control of a Vehicle { Warning between you and the driver in front of you. Braking, steering, and accelerating Taking your eyes off the road too are important factors in helping to . Focus on the task of driving. long or too often could cause a control a vehicle while driving. crash resulting in injury or death. Drunk Driving Focus your attention on driving. Braking Death and injury associated with Braking action involves perception drinking and driving is a global Refer to the Infotainment section time and reaction time. Deciding to tragedy. and the infotainment manual for push the brake pedal is perception more information on using that time. Actually doing it is system, including pairing and using { Warning reaction time. a cell phone. Drinking and then driving is very Average driver reaction time is Defensive Driving dangerous. Your reflexes, about three-quarters of a second. In perceptions, attentiveness, and that time, a vehicle moving at Defensive driving means “always judgment can be affected by even 100 km/h (60 mph) travels 20 m expect the unexpected.” The first a small amount of alcohol. You (66 ft), which could be a lot of distance in an emergency. step in driving defensively is to wear can have a serious — or even the safety belt. See Safety Belts on fatal — collision if you drive after Helpful braking tips to keep in mind page 3-13. drinking. include: . Assume that other road users Do not drink and drive or ride with . Keep enough distance between (pedestrians, bicyclists, and a driver who has been drinking. you and the vehicle in front other drivers) are going to be Ride home in a cab; or if you are of you. careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might do with a group, designate a driver . Avoid needless heavy braking. who will not drink. and be ready. . Keep pace with traffic. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
9-4 Driving and Operating
If the engine ever stops while the If the vehicle seems harder to steer vehicle is being driven, brake than normal when parking or driving Caution (Continued) normally but do not pump the slowly, there may be a problem with brakes. Doing so could make the the system. You will still have power damage may occur to the power pedal harder to push down. If the steering, but steering will be stiffer steering system and there may be engine stops, there will be some than normal at slow speeds. See loss of power steering assist. power brake assist but it will be your dealer for service. used when the brake is applied. Curve Tips Once the power assist is used up, it Hydraulic Power Steering can take longer to stop and the This vehicle has hydraulic power . Take curves at a reasonable brake pedal will be harder to push. steering. It may require speed. maintenance. See Power Steering . Reduce speed before entering a Steering Fluid on page 10-18. curve. Variable Effort Steering If power steering assist is lost . Maintain a reasonable, steady because the engine stops, or there speed through the curve. Some vehicles have a steering is a system malfunction, the vehicle . Wait until the vehicle is out of system that varies the amount of can be steered but may require the curve before accelerating effort required to steer the vehicle in increased effort. See your dealer if gently into the straightaway. relation to the speed of the vehicle. there is a problem. The amount of steering effort Steering in Emergencies required is less at slower speeds to { Caution . There are some situations when make the vehicle more steering around a problem may If the steering wheel is turned maneuverable and easier to park. At be more effective than braking. faster speeds, the steering effort until it reaches the end of its increases to provide a sport-like feel travel, and is held in that position . Holding both sides of the to the steering. This provides for more than 15 seconds, steering wheel allows you to turn 180 degrees without removing maximum control and stability. (Continued) a hand. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Driving and Operating 9-5
. Antilock Brake System (ABS) 2. Turn the steering wheel about Defensive drivers avoid most skids allows steering while braking. one-eighth of a turn, until the by taking reasonable care suited to right front tire contacts the existing conditions, and by not Off-Road Recovery pavement edge. overdriving those conditions. But 3. Turn the steering wheel to go skids are always possible. straight down the roadway. If the vehicle starts to slide, follow these suggestions: Loss of Control . Ease your foot off the Skidding accelerator pedal and steer the way you want the vehicle to go. There are three types of skids that The vehicle may straighten out. correspond to the vehicle's three Be ready for a second skid if it control systems: occurs. . Braking Skid — wheels are not . Slow down and adjust your rolling. driving according to weather . Steering or Cornering Skid — conditions. Stopping distance The vehicle's right wheels can drop too much speed or steering in a can be longer and vehicle off the edge of a road onto the curve causes tires to slip and control can be affected when shoulder while driving. Follow lose cornering force. traction is reduced by water, these tips: snow, ice, gravel, or other . Acceleration Skid — too much material on the road. Learn to 1. Ease off the accelerator and throttle causes the driving recognize warning clues — such then, if there is nothing in the wheels to spin. as enough water, ice, or packed way, steer the vehicle so that it snow on the road to make a straddles the edge of the mirrored surface — and slow pavement. down when you have any doubt. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
9-6 Driving and Operating
. Try to avoid sudden steering, There is no hard and fast rule about acceleration, or braking, Warning (Continued) hydroplaning. The best advice is to including reducing vehicle speed slow down when the road is wet. by shifting to a lower gear. Any After driving through a large sudden changes could cause puddle of water or a car/vehicle Other Rainy Weather Tips the tires to slide. wash, lightly apply the brake Besides slowing down, other wet Remember: Antilock brakes help pedal until the brakes work weather driving tips include: normally. avoid only the braking skid. . Allow extra following distance. Flowing or rushing water creates . Driving on Wet Roads strong forces. Driving through Pass with caution. flowing water could cause the . Keep windshield wiping Rain and wet roads can reduce equipment in good shape. vehicle traction and affect your vehicle to be carried away. If this ability to stop and accelerate. happens, you and other vehicle . Keep the windshield washer fluid Always drive slower in these types occupants could drown. Do not reservoir filled. ignore police warnings and be of driving conditions and avoid . Have good tires with proper driving through large puddles and very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water. tread depth. See Tires on deep‐standing or flowing water. page 10-35. . Turn off cruise control. { Warning Hydroplaning Wet brakes can cause crashes. Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water Hill and Mountain Roads can build up under the vehicle's They might not work as well in a Driving on steep hills or through quick stop and could cause tires so they actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is mountains is different than driving pulling to one side. You could on flat or rolling terrain. Tips for lose control of the vehicle. wet enough and you are going fast enough. When the vehicle is driving in these conditions include: (Continued) hydroplaning, it has little or no . Keep the vehicle serviced and in contact with the road. good shape. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Driving and Operating 9-7
. Check all fluid levels and brakes, Wet ice can occur at about 0°C tires, cooling system, and Warning (Continued) (32°F) when freezing rain begins to transmission. fall, resulting in even less traction. loss of steering. Always have the . Shift to a lower gear when going Avoid driving on wet ice or in engine running and the vehicle down steep or long hills. freezing rain until roads can be in gear. treated with salt or sand. { Warning Drive with caution, whatever the . Stay in your own lane. Do not condition. Accelerate gently so Using the brakes to slow the swing wide or cut across the traction is not lost. Accelerating too vehicle on a long downhill slope center of the road. Drive at quickly causes the wheels to spin can cause brake overheating, can speeds that let you stay in your and makes the surface under the reduce brake performance, and own lane. tires slick, so there is even less could result in a loss of braking. . Be alert on top of hills; traction. Shift the transmission to a lower something could be in your lane Traction Control should be turned gear to let the engine assist the (stalled car, accident). on. See Traction Control/Electronic brakes on a steep downhill slope. . Pay attention to special road Stability Control on page 9-28. signs (falling rocks area, winding The Antilock Brake System (ABS) roads, long grades, passing or improves vehicle stability during { Warning no-passing zones) and take hard stops on slippery roads, but appropriate action. apply the brakes sooner than when Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) on dry pavement. See Antilock or with the ignition off is Winter Driving Brake System (ABS) on page 9-26. dangerous. This can cause Driving on Snow or Ice Allow greater following distance on overheating of the brakes and any slippery road and watch for (Continued) Drive carefully when there is snow slippery spots. Icy patches can or ice between the tires and the occur on otherwise clear roads in road, creating less traction or grip. shaded areas. The surface of a Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
9-8 Driving and Operating
curve or an overpass can remain icy when the surrounding roads are { Warning Warning (Continued) clear. Avoid sudden steering . maneuvers and braking while Snow can trap engine exhaust Fully open the air outlets on on ice. under the vehicle. This may or under the instrument cause exhaust gases to get panel. Turn off cruise control on slippery inside. Engine exhaust contains . surfaces. Adjust the climate control carbon monoxide (CO) which system to a setting that Blizzard Conditions cannot be seen or smelled. It can circulates the air inside the cause unconsciousness and even vehicle and set the fan speed Being stuck in snow can be a death. to the highest setting. See serious situation. Stay with the Climate Control Systems. vehicle unless there is help nearby. If the vehicle is stuck in the snow: “ ” For more information about If possible, use Roadside . Clear away snow from around Assistance. See Roadside the base of your vehicle, carbon monoxide, see Engine Assistance Program on page 13-5. especially any that is blocking Exhaust on page 9-21. To get help and keep everyone in the exhaust pipe. the vehicle safe: . Check again from time to To save fuel, run the engine for only . Turn on the hazard warning time to be sure snow does short periods as needed to warm flashers. not collect there. the vehicle and then shut the engine . off and close the window most of Tie a red cloth to an outside . Open a window about 5 cm mirror. the way to save heat. Repeat this (2 in) on the side of the until help arrives but only when you vehicle that is away from the feel really uncomfortable from the wind to bring in fresh air. cold. Moving about to keep warm (Continued) also helps. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (9,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Driving and Operating 9-9
If it takes some time for help to Slowly spinning the wheels in the arrive, now and then when you run { Warning forward and reverse directions the engine, push the accelerator causes a rocking motion that could pedal slightly so the engine runs If the vehicle's tires spin at high free the vehicle. If that does not get faster than the idle speed. This speed, they can explode, and you the vehicle out after a few tries, it keeps the battery charged to restart or others could be injured. The might need to be towed out. If the the vehicle and to signal for help vehicle can overheat, causing an vehicle does need to be towed out, with the headlamps. Do this as little engine compartment fire or other see Towing the Vehicle on as possible to save fuel. damage. Spin the wheels as little page 10-70. as possible and avoid going If the Vehicle Is Stuck above 56 km/h (35 mph). Vehicle Load Limits Slowly and cautiously spin the It is very important to know how wheels to free the vehicle when Rocking the Vehicle to Get much weight your vehicle can stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. it Out carry. This weight is called the If stuck too severely for the traction Turn the steering wheel left and vehicle capacity weight and system to free the vehicle, turn the right to clear the area around the includes the weight of all traction system off and use the front wheels. Turn off any traction occupants, cargo, and all rocking method. See Traction system. Shift back and forth nonfactory-installed options. Control/Electronic Stability Control between R (Reverse) and a low Two labels on your vehicle show on page 9-28. forward gear, spinning the wheels how much weight it may as little as possible. To prevent transmission wear, wait until the properly carry, the Tire and wheels stop spinning before shifting Loading Information label and gears. Release the accelerator the Certification/Tire label. pedal while shifting, and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (10,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
9-10 Driving and Operating
Tire and Loading Information The Tire and Loading { Warning Label Information label also shows the Do not load the vehicle any size of the original equipment heavier than the Gross tires (3) and the recommended Vehicle Weight Rating cold tire inflation pressures (4). (GVWR), or either the For more information on tires maximum front or rear Gross and inflation see Tires on Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). page 10-35 and Tire Pressure This can cause systems to on page 10-42. break and change the way the There is also important loading vehicle handles. This could information on the vehicle cause loss of control and a Certification/Tire label. It tells crash. Overloading can also you the Gross Vehicle Weight shorten the life of the vehicle. Example Label Rating (GVWR) and the Gross A vehicle-specific Tire and Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for Loading Information label is the front and rear axle. See attached to the center pillar “Certification/Tire Label” later in (B-pillar). The tire and loading this section. information label shows the “Steps for Determining Correct number of occupant seating Load Limit– positions (1), and the maximum 1. Locate the statement "The vehicle capacity weight (2) in combined weight of kilograms and pounds. occupants and cargo should Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (11,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Driving and Operating 9-11
never exceed XXX kg or 5. Determine the combined XXX lbs." on your vehicle’s weight of luggage and cargo placard. being loaded on the vehicle. 2. Determine the combined That weight may not safely weight of the driver and exceed the available cargo passengers that will be riding and luggage load capacity in your vehicle. calculated in Step 4. 3. Subtract the combined 6. If your vehicle will be towing weight of the driver and a trailer, load from your trailer passengers from XXX kg or will be transferred to your XXX lbs. vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this Example 1 4. The resulting figure equals reduces the available cargo 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity of for Example 1 = 453 kg and luggage load capacity. your vehicle.” For example, if the "XXX" (1,000 lbs). amount equals 1400 lbs. and See Trailer Towing on page 9-49 2. Subtract Occupant Weight there will be five 150 lb for important information on @ 68 kg (150 lbs) × 2 = passengers in your vehicle, towing a trailer, towing safety 136 kg (300 lbs). the amount of available cargo rules and trailering tips. 3. Available Occupant and and luggage load capacity is Cargo Weight = 317 kg 650 lbs. (1400-750 (5 x 150) (700 lbs). = 650 lbs.) Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (12,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
9-12 Driving and Operating
Refer to your vehicle's tire and loading information label for specific information about your vehicle's capacity weight and seating positions. The combined weight of the driver, passengers, and cargo should never exceed your vehicle's capacity weight. Certification/Tire Label
Example 2 Example 3
1. Vehicle Capacity Weight 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = 453 kg for Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). (1,000 lbs). 2. Subtract Occupant Weight 2. Subtract Occupant Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) × 5 = @ 91 kg (200 lbs) × 5 = 340 kg (750 lbs). 453 kg (1,000 lbs). 3. Available Cargo Weight = 3. Available Cargo Weight = 113 kg (250 lbs). 0 kg (0 lbs). Label Example A vehicle-specific Certification/ Tire label is attached to the center pillar (B-pillar). Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (13,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Driving and Operating 9-13
The label shows the gross If you put things inside your { Warning weight capacity of your vehicle. vehicle — like suitcases, tools, This is called the Gross Vehicle Do not load the vehicle any packages, or anything else, they Weight Rating (GVWR). The heavier than the Gross will go as fast as the vehicle GVWR includes the weight of Vehicle Weight Rating goes. If you have to stop or turn the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, (GVWR), or either the quickly, or if there is a crash, and cargo. maximum front or rear Gross they will keep going. The Certification/Tire label also Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). tells you the maximum weights This can cause systems to { Warning for the front and rear axles, break and change the way the Things you put inside the called the Gross Axle Weight vehicle handles. This could vehicle can strike and injure Rating (GAWR). To find out the cause loss of control and a people in a sudden stop or actual loads on your front and crash. Overloading can also turn, or in a crash. rear axles, you need to go to a shorten the life of the vehicle. weigh station and weigh your . Put things in the cargo vehicle. Your dealer can help area of the vehicle. Try to spread the weight evenly. you with this. Be sure to spread { Caution out your load equally on both . Never stack heavier sides of the centerline. Overloading the vehicle may things, like suitcases, Never exceed the GVWR for cause damage. Repairs would not inside the vehicle so that your vehicle or the GAWR for be covered by the vehicle some of them are above either the front or rear axle. warranty. Do not overload the the tops of the seats. vehicle. (Continued) Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (14,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
9-14 Driving and Operating
Warning (Continued) Starting and Caution (Continued) Operating . Do not leave an breaking-in guideline every unsecured child restraint New Vehicle Break-In time you get new brake in the vehicle. linings. . When you carry something { Caution Following break-in, engine speed inside the vehicle, secure and load can be gradually it whenever you can. The vehicle does not need an increased. elaborate break-in. But it will . Do not leave a seat folded perform better in the long run if Ignition Positions down unless you need to. you follow these guidelines: . Do not drive at any one constant speed, fast or slow, for the first 805 km (500 mi). Do not make full-throttle starts. Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle. . Avoid making hard stops for the first 322 km (200 mi) or so. During this time the new brake linings are not yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier The ignition switch has four different replacement. Follow this positions. (Continued) Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (15,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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In order to shift out of P (Park), the This position locks the ignition, 2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). ignition must be in ON/RUN or ACC/ transmission, and the steering This can be done while the ACCESSORY and the brake pedal wheel when the key Is removed vehicle is moving. After shifting must be applied. from the ignition. The key can be to N (Neutral), firmly apply the removed in LOCK/OFF. brakes and steer the vehicle to a { Caution The steering can bind with the safe location. wheels turned off center. If this 3. Come to a complete stop, shift Using a tool to force the key to happens, move the steering wheel to P (Park), and turn the ignition turn in the ignition could cause from right to left while turning the to LOCK/OFF. On vehicles with damage to the switch or break the key to ACC/ACCESSORY. If this an automatic transmission, the key. Use the correct key, make does not work, then the vehicle shift lever must be in P (Park) to sure it is all the way in, and turn it needs service. turn the ignition switch to the only with your hand. If the key Do not turn the engine off when the LOCK/OFF position. cannot be turned by hand, see vehicle is moving. This will cause a 4. Set the parking brake. See your dealer. loss of power assist in the brake Parking Brake on page 9-27. and steering systems and disable ( (STOPPING THE ENGINE/ the airbags. { Warning LOCK/OFF): When the vehicle is If the vehicle must be shut off in an stopped, turn the ignition switch to emergency: Turning off the vehicle while LOCK/OFF to turn the engine off. moving may cause loss of power Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 1. Brake using a firm and steady assist in the brake and steering will remain active. See Retained pressure. Do not pump the systems and disable the airbags. Accessory Power (RAP) on brakes repeatedly. This may While driving, only shut the deplete power assist, requiring page 9-19. vehicle off in an emergency. increased brake pedal force. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (16,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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If the vehicle cannot be pulled over, battery could be drained. You may and must be shut off while driving, not be able to start the vehicle if the { Caution turn the ignition to ACC/ battery is allowed to drain for an ACCESSORY. extended period of time. Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the vehicle is moving. If you do, you ACC (ACC/ACCESSORY): This is / (START): This is the position could damage the transmission. the position in which you can that starts the engine. When the Shift to P (Park) only when the operate the electrical accessories or engine starts, release the key. The vehicle is stopped. items plugged into the accessory ignition switch will return to ON/RUN power outlets. This position unlocks for driving. the ignition and steering wheel. Use Key Lock Release this position if the vehicle must be { Caution pushed or towed. The vehicle has an electronic key R (ON/RUN): This position can be lock release system. This system is If you add electrical parts or used to operate the electrical to prevent ignition key removal accessories, you could change accessories and to display some unless the shift lever is in P (Park). the way the engine operates. Any instrument panel warning and The key lock release will not work if resulting damage would not be indicator lights. This position can the battery is charged less than covered by the vehicle warranty. also be used for service and 9-volts, or uncharged. Try charging See Add-On Electrical Equipment diagnostics, and to verify the proper or jump starting the battery. See on page 9-53. operation of the malfunction Jump Starting on page 10-66 indicator lamp as may be required for emission inspection purposes. Starting the Engine The switch stays in this position when the engine is running. The Move the shift lever to P (Park) or transmission is also unlocked in this N (Neutral). The engine will not start position. If you leave the key in the in any other position. To restart the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN engine when the vehicle is already position with the engine off, the moving, use N (Neutral) only. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (17,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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let go of the key and accelerator. { Caution { Caution If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again, repeat these If the steering wheel is turned Cranking the engine for long steps. This clears the extra until it reaches the end of its periods of time, by returning the gasoline from the engine. Do not travel, and is held in that position ignition to the START position race the engine immediately while starting the vehicle, damage immediately after cranking has after starting it. Operate the may occur to the hydraulic power ended, can overheat and damage engine and transmission gently steering system and there may be the cranking motor, and drain the until the oil warms up and loss of power steering assist. battery. Wait at least 15 seconds lubricates all moving parts. between each try, to let the Starting Procedure cranking motor cool down. Engine Heater 1. With your foot off the accelerator The engine coolant heater can pedal, turn the ignition to START. 2. If the engine does not start after provide easier starting and better When the engine starts, let go of five to 10 seconds, especially in fuel economy during engine the key. The idle speed will slow very cold weather (below −18°C warm-up in cold weather conditions down as the engine warms. Do or 0°F), it could be flooded with at or below 0°F (−18°C). Vehicles not race the engine immediately too much gasoline. Try pushing with an engine coolant heater after starting it. Operate the the accelerator pedal all the way should be plugged in at least four engine and transmission gently to the floor and holding it there hours before starting. Some models to allow the oil to warm up and as you hold the key in START may have an internal thermostat in lubricate all moving parts. for up to a maximum of the cord which will prevent engine 15 seconds. Wait at least coolant heater operation at 15 seconds between each try, to temperatures above 0°F (−18°C). allow the cranking motor to cool down. When the engine starts, Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (18,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
9-18 Driving and Operating
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater { Warning Warning (Continued) 1. Turn off the engine. Improper use of the heater cord overheat and cause a fire, property damage, electric 2. Open the hood and unwrap the or an extension cord can damage shock, and injury. electrical cord. The bundled cord the cord and may result in is located on the driver side of overheating and fire. . Do not operate the vehicle the engine compartment, . Plug the cord into a with the heater cord between the engine air cleaner three-prong electrical utility permanently attached to the and the windshield washer fluid receptacle that is protected vehicle. Possible heater cord reservoir. See Engine by a ground fault detection and thermostat damage could Compartment Overview on function. An ungrounded occur. page 10-5. outlet could cause an electric . While in use, do not let the Check the heater cord for shock. heater cord touch vehicle damage. If it is damaged, do not . Use a weatherproof, parts or sharp edges. Never use it. See your dealer for a heavy-duty, 15 amp-rated close the hood on the replacement. Inspect the cord for extension cord if needed. heater cord. damage yearly. Failure to use the . Before starting the vehicle, 3. Plug the cord into a normal, recommended extension cord unplug the cord, reattach the grounded 110-volt AC outlet. in good operating condition, cover to the plug, and or using a damaged heater or securely fasten the cord. extension cord, could make it Keep the cord away from any (Continued) moving parts.
4. Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (19,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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away from moving engine parts. For an additional 10 minutes of Leaving the Vehicle with the If you do not, it could be operation, close all the doors and Engine Running damaged. turn the key to ON/RUN and then The length of time the heater should back to LOCK/OFF. { Warning remain plugged in depends on All these features will work when the several factors. Ask a dealer in the key is in the ON/RUN or ACC/ It can be dangerous to leave the area where you will be parking the ACCESSORY positions. vehicle with the engine running. vehicle for the best advice on this. It could overheat and catch fire. Shifting Into Park It is dangerous to get out of the Retained Accessory 1. Hold the brake pedal down and vehicle if the shift lever is not fully Power (RAP) set the parking brake. See in P (Park) with the parking brake These vehicle accessories can be Parking Brake on page 9-27 for firmly set. The vehicle can roll. used for up to 10 minutes after the more information. Do not leave the vehicle when the ignition key is turned off: 2. Move the shift lever into P (Park) engine is running. If you have left . Audio System by holding in the button on the the engine running, the vehicle shift lever and pushing the shift can move suddenly. You or others . Power Windows lever all the way toward the front could be injured. To be sure the . Sunroof (if equipped) of the vehicle. vehicle will not move, even when Power to the windows and sunroof 3. Turn the ignition key to you are on fairly level ground, will work up to 10 minutes or until a LOCK/OFF. always set the parking brake and door is opened. 4. Remove the key and take it with move the shift lever to P (Park). See Shifting Into Park on The radio continues to work for you. If you can leave the vehicle page 9-19. If you are towing a 10 minutes or until the driver door is with the ignition key in your trailer, see Driving Characteristics opened. hand, the vehicle is in P (Park). and Towing Tips on page 9-46. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (20,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
9-20 Driving and Operating
If you have to leave the vehicle with If torque lock does occur, your If the vehicle has an uncharged the engine running, be sure the vehicle may need to be pushed battery or a battery with low voltage, vehicle is in P (Park) and the uphill by another vehicle to relieve try charging or jump starting the parking brake is firmly set before the parking pawl pressure, so you battery. See Jump Starting on you leave it. After you have moved can shift out of P (Park). page 10-66 for more information. the shift lever into P (Park), hold the To shift out of P (Park): regular brake pedal down. Then, Shifting out of Park see if you can move the shift lever 1. Place the ignition in ON/RUN. The vehicle is equipped with an away from P (Park) without first 2. Apply the brake pedal. pushing the button. electronic shift lock release system. The shift lock release is 3. Press the shift lever button. If you can, it means that the shift designed to: lever was not fully locked in 4. Move the shift lever to the P (Park). . Prevent ignition key removal desired position. unless the shift lever is in If you still are unable to shift out of Torque Lock P (Park) with the shift lever P (Park): Torque lock is when the weight of button fully released, and 1. Fully release the shift lever the vehicle puts too much force on . Prevent movement of the shift button. the parking pawl in the lever out of P (Park), unless the transmission. This happens when ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ 2. While holding down the brake parking on a hill and shifting the ACCESSORY and the regular pedal, press the shift lever transmission into P (Park) is not brake pedal is applied. button again. done properly and then it is difficult The shift lock release is always 3. Move the shift lever to the to shift out of P (Park). To prevent functional except in the case of an desired position. torque lock, set the parking brake uncharged or low voltage (less than If you still cannot move the shift and then shift into P (Park). To find 9-volt) battery. out how, see “Shifting Into Park” lever from P (Park), see your dealer. listed previously. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (21,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Parking over Things Engine Exhaust Warning (Continued) That Burn { Warning . There are holes or openings { Warning in the vehicle body from Engine exhaust contains carbon damage or aftermarket Things that can burn could touch monoxide (CO) which cannot be modifications that are not hot exhaust parts under the seen or smelled. Exposure to CO completely sealed. vehicle and ignite. Do not park can cause unconsciousness and If unusual fumes are detected or over papers, leaves, dry grass, even death. if it is suspected that exhaust is or other things that can burn. Exhaust may enter the vehicle if: coming into the vehicle: . The vehicle idles in areas . Drive it only with the windows with poor ventilation (parking completely down. garages, tunnels, deep snow . Have the vehicle repaired that may block underbody immediately. airflow or tail pipes). Never park the vehicle with the . The exhaust smells or engine running in an enclosed sounds strange or different. area such as a garage or a . The exhaust system leaks building that has no fresh air due to corrosion or damage. ventilation. . The vehicle exhaust system has been modified, damaged, or improperly repaired. (Continued) Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (22,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
9-22 Driving and Operating
Running the Vehicle Automatic { Warning While Parked Transmission It is better not to park with the It is dangerous to get out of the engine running. vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake If the vehicle is left with the engine firmly set. The vehicle can roll. running, follow the proper steps to be sure the vehicle will not move. Do not leave the vehicle when the See Shifting Into Park on page 9-19 engine is running. If you have left and Engine Exhaust on page 9-21. the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others If parking on a hill and pulling a could be injured. To be sure the trailer, see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on page 9-46. vehicle will not move, even when you are on fairly level ground, always set the parking brake and move the shift lever to P (Park). See Shifting Into Park on P (Park): This position locks the page 9-19 and Driving front wheels. It is the best position Characteristics and Towing Tips to use when starting the engine on page 9-46. because the vehicle cannot move easily. Make sure the shift lever is fully in P (Park) before starting the engine. The vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. With the ignition in ON/ RUN, fully apply the regular brake, Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (23,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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then press the button on the back of To rock the vehicle back and forth to the shift lever before shifting from get out of snow, ice, or sand without { Caution P (Park). If you cannot shift out of damaging the transmission, see If P (Park), ease pressure on the shift the Vehicle Is Stuck on page 9-9. Shifting out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) with the engine lever, then push the shift lever all N (Neutral): In this position, the the way into P (Park) as you running at high speed may engine does not connect with the damage the transmission. The maintain brake application. Then wheels. To restart the engine when press the shift lever button and repairs would not be covered by the vehicle is already moving, use the vehicle warranty. Be sure the move the shift lever into another N (Neutral) only. Also, use engine is not running at high gear. See Shifting out of Park on N (Neutral) when the vehicle is speed when shifting the vehicle. page 9-20. being towed. R (Reverse): Use this gear to back up. { Warning D (Drive): This position is for normal driving. It provides the best { Caution Shifting into a drive gear while the fuel economy. If you need more engine is running at high speed is power for passing, and you are: Shifting to R (Reverse) while the dangerous. Unless your foot is . Going less than 56 km/h vehicle is moving forward could firmly on the brake pedal, the (35 mph), push the accelerator damage the transmission. The vehicle could move very rapidly. pedal about halfway down. repairs would not be covered by You could lose control and hit . Going about 56 km/h (35 mph) or the vehicle warranty. Shift to people or objects. Do not shift more, push the accelerator all R (Reverse) only after the vehicle into a drive gear while the engine the way down. is stopped. is running at high speed. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (24,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Manual Mode To use this feature: { Caution Electronic Range Select 1. Move the shift lever to L (Low). If the vehicle accelerates slowly, (ERS) Mode 2. Press the + (Plus) or − (Minus) or does not shift gears, the button on the shift lever, to transmission could be damaged. ERS mode allows you to choose the increase or decrease the gear Have the vehicle serviced top-gear limit of the transmission range available. right away. and the vehicle's speed while driving downhill or towing a trailer. When you shift from D (Drive) to The vehicle has an electronic shift L (Low), the transmission will shift to If the vehicle is stopped on a hill, position indicator within the a pre-determined lower gear range. with your foot off the brake pedal, instrument cluster. When using the The highest gear available for this the vehicle may roll. This is normal ERS mode a number will display pre-determined range is displayed and is due to the torque converter next to the L, indicating the current next to the L in the DIC. See Driver designed to improve fuel economy gear that has been selected. Information Center (DIC) on and performance. Use the brake to page 5-23. The number displayed in hold the vehicle on a hill. Do not use the DIC is the highest gear that the the accelerator pedal. transmission will be allowed to operate in. This means that all L (Low): This position gives you access to gear ranges. This gears below that number are provides more engine braking but available. For example, when 4 (Fourth) is shown next to the L, lower fuel economy than D (Drive). 1 (First) through 4 (Fourth) gears are You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. See automatically shifted by the vehicle. Manual Mode on page 9-24. The transmission will not shift into 5 (Fifth) until the + (Plus) button is used or you shift back into D (Drive). Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (25,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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While in L (Low), the transmission Tow/Haul Mode Automatic Engine Grade will prevent shifting to a lower gear Braking range if the engine speed is too _ (Tow/Haul): If equipped with high. You have a brief period of time Tow/Haul mode, the button is on the Automatic Engine Grade Braking to slow the vehicle. If vehicle speed center stack under the climate assists when driving on a downhill is not reduced within the time controls. grade. It maintains vehicle speed by automatically implementing a shift allowed, the lower gear range shift Press the button to activate the schedule that uses the engine and will not be completed. You must system. Press it again to deactivate the transmission to slow the vehicle. further slow the vehicle, then press the system. This feature can assist The system will automatically the − (Minus) button to the desired when towing or hauling a command downshifts to reduce lower gear range. heavy load. vehicle speed, until the brake pedal Automatic Engine Grade Braking is When Tow/Haul is activated, the is no longer being pressed. not available when the ERS is Tow/Haul symbol will come on in the While in the Electronic Range active. It is available in D (Drive) for instrument cluster. See Driving Select (ERS) mode, grade braking both normal and Tow/Haul mode. Characteristics and Towing Tips on is deactivated, allowing the driver to While using the ERS, cruise control page 9-46. and the Tow/Haul mode can be select a range and limiting the highest gear available. Grade used. See “Tow/Haul Mode” following. braking is available for normal driving and in Tow/Haul mode. See Automatic Transmission on page 9-22. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (26,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Drive Systems Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it becomes necessary to slam on the brakes and continue braking to All-Wheel Drive Antilock Brake avoid a sudden obstacle, a Vehicles with this feature transfer System (ABS) computer senses the wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels engine power, as required, to all This vehicle has ABS, an advanced is about to stop rolling, the computer four wheels. It is fully automatic, and electronic braking system that helps will separately work the brakes at adjusts itself as needed for road prevent a braking skid. conditions. each wheel. When the vehicle begins to drive ABS can change the brake pressure When using a compact spare tire on away, ABS checks itself. to each wheel, as required, faster an AWD vehicle, the system A momentary motor or clicking noise than any driver could. This can help automatically detects the compact might be heard while this test is you steer around the obstacle while spare and reduces AWD going on, and it might even be braking hard. performance to protect the system. noticed that the brake pedal moves To restore full AWD operation and a little. This is normal. As the brakes are applied, the prevent excessive wear on the computer keeps receiving updates system, replace the compact spare on wheel speed and controls with a full-size tire as soon as braking pressure accordingly. possible. See Compact Spare Tire on page 10-65. Remember: ABS does not change the time needed to get a foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too If there is a problem with ABS, this close to the vehicle in front of you, warning light stays on. See Antilock there will not be enough time to Brake System (ABS) Warning Light apply the brakes if that vehicle on page 5-19. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (27,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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suddenly slows or stops. Always Parking Brake leave enough room up ahead to { Caution stop, even with ABS. Driving with the parking brake on Using ABS can overheat the brake system Do not pump the brakes. Just hold and cause premature wear or the brake pedal down firmly and let damage to brake system parts. ABS work. You may hear the ABS Make sure that the parking brake pump or motor operating and feel is fully released and the brake the brake pedal pulsate. This is warning light is off before driving. normal. Braking in Emergencies To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down, then ABS allows you to steer and brake push down momentarily on the at the same time. In many parking brake pedal until you feel To set the parking brake, hold the emergencies, steering can help the pedal release. Slowly pull your regular brake pedal down, then more than even the very best foot up off the parking brake pedal. push the parking brake pedal down. braking. If the parking brake is not released If the ignition is on, the brake when you begin to drive, the brake system warning light will come on. system warning light will be on and See Brake System Warning Light on a chime will sound warning you that page 5-18. the parking brake is still on. If you are towing a trailer and are parking on a hill, see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on page 9-46. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (28,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Brake Assist Hill Start Assist (HSA) Ride Control Systems The Brake Assist feature is This vehicle has an HSA feature, designed to assist the driver in which may be useful when the Traction Control/ stopping or decreasing vehicle vehicle is stopped on a grade Electronic Stability speed in emergency driving sufficient enough to activate HSA. conditions. This feature uses the This feature is designed to prevent Control stability system hydraulic brake the vehicle from rolling, either System Operation control module to supplement the forward or rearward, during vehicle The vehicle has a Traction Control power brake system under drive off. After the driver completely ® conditions where the driver has stops and holds the vehicle in a System (TCS) and StabiliTrak , an quickly and forcefully applied the complete standstill on a grade, HSA electronic stability control system. brake pedal in an attempt to quickly will be automatically activated. These systems help limit wheel slip stop or slow down the vehicle. The During the transition period between and assist the driver in maintaining stability system hydraulic brake when the driver releases the brake control, especially on slippery road control module increases brake pedal and starts to accelerate to conditions. pressure at each corner of the drive off on a grade, HSA holds the TCS activates if it senses that any vehicle until the ABS activates. braking pressure for a maximum of of the drive wheels are spinning or Minor brake pedal pulsation or two seconds to ensure that there is beginning to lose traction. When this pedal movement during this time is no rolling. The brakes will happens, TCS applies the brakes to normal and the driver should automatically release when the the spinning wheels and reduces continue to apply the brake pedal as accelerator pedal is applied within engine power to limit wheel spin. the driving situation dictates. The the two-second window. It will not Brake Assist feature will activate if the vehicle is in a drive StabiliTrak activates when the automatically disengage when the gear and facing downhill, or if the vehicle senses a difference between brake pedal is released or brake vehicle is facing uphill and in the intended path and the direction pedal pressure is quickly R (Reverse). the vehicle is actually traveling. decreased. StabiliTrak selectively applies braking pressure to any one of the Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (29,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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vehicle wheel brakes to assist the If d comes on and stays on: driver in keeping the vehicle on the intended path. 1. Stop the vehicle. If cruise control is being used and 2. Turn the engine off and wait traction control or StabiliTrak begins 15 seconds. to limit wheel spin, cruise control will 3. Start the engine. disengage. Cruise control may be The indicator light for both systems turned back on when road is in the instrument cluster. This Drive the vehicle. If d comes on conditions allow. light will: and stays on, the vehicle may need more time to diagnose the problem. Both systems come on . Flash when TCS is limiting If the condition persists, see your automatically when the vehicle is wheel spin. dealer. started and begins to move. The . Flash when StabiliTrak is systems may be heard or felt while activated. Turning the Systems Off they are operating or while and On performing diagnostic checks. This . Turn on and stay on when either is normal and does not mean there system is not working. is a problem with the vehicle. If either system fails to turn on or to It is recommended to leave both activate, a message displays in the systems on for normal driving Driver Information Center (DIC), and conditions, but it may be necessary d comes on and stays on to to turn TCS off if the vehicle gets indicate that the system is inactive stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. and is not assisting the driver in The button for TCS and StabiliTrak See If the Vehicle Is Stuck on maintaining control. The vehicle is is on the center stack. page 9-9 and “Turning the Systems safe to drive, but driving should be Off and On” later in this section. adjusted accordingly. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (30,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Cruise Control If the Traction Control System (TCS) { Caution or StabiliTrak system begins to limit With cruise control, a speed of wheel spin while cruise control is Do not repeatedly brake or about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more can being used, the cruise control will accelerate heavily when TCS is be maintained without keeping your disengage. See Traction Control/ off. The vehicle driveline could be foot on the accelerator. Cruise Electronic Stability Control on damaged. control does not work at speeds page 9-28. If a collision alert occurs below about 40 km/h (25 mph). when cruise control is activated, To turn off TCS and StabiliTrak, cruise control is disengaged. See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) press and release the 4 button. The { Warning System on page 9-33. When road appropriate message displays in the Cruise control can be dangerous conditions allow you to safely use it DIC. To turn TCS and StabiliTrak on 4 where you cannot drive safely at again, cruise control can be again, press and release the a steady speed. Do not use turned on. button. The appropriate message cruise control on winding roads or If the brakes are applied, cruise displays in the DIC. See Ride in heavy traffic. Control System Messages on control is disengaged. page 5-35. Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads. On such roads, If TCS is limiting wheel spin when 4 fast changes in tire traction can the button is pressed, the system cause excessive wheel slip, and will not turn off until the wheels stop you could lose control. Do not use spinning. cruise control on slippery roads. Adding accessories can affect the vehicle performance. See Accessories and Modifications on page 10-3. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (31,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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SET–: Press briefly to set the Resuming a Set Speed speed and activate cruise control. If the cruise control is set at a If cruise control is already active, desired speed and then the brakes use to decrease vehicle speed. [ [ are applied or is pressed, the (Cancel): Press to disengage cruise control is disengaged without cruise control without erasing the erasing the set speed from memory. set speed from memory. Once the vehicle reaches 40 km/h Setting Cruise Control (25 mph) or more, press +RES. The vehicle returns to the previously set If is on when not in use, SET I – speed. or +RES could get pressed and go into cruise when not desired. Keep Increasing Speed While Using I off when cruise is not Cruise Control I (On/Off): Press to turn cruise being used. control on or off. The indicator light If the cruise control system is on the button comes on when the The cruise control light on the already activated: instrument cluster comes on after cruise control is on. . Press and hold +RES until the the cruise control has been set to desired speed is reached, then +RES (Resume/Accelerate): If the desired speed. there is a set speed in memory, release it. press briefly to resume to that 1. Press I to turn the cruise . To increase vehicle speed in speed or press and hold to control system on. small increments, press +RES accelerate. If cruise control is 2. Get up to the desired speed. briefly. For each press, the already active, use to increase vehicle goes about 1.6 km/h vehicle speed. 3. Press and release SET–. (1 mph) faster. 4. Remove foot from the accelerator. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (32,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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The speedometer reading can be Passing Another Vehicle While Ending Cruise Control displayed in either English or metric Using Cruise Control There are four ways to end cruise units. See Instrument Cluster on Use the accelerator pedal to control: page 5-10. The increment value increase the vehicle speed. When . Step lightly on the brake pedal. used depends on the units you take your foot off the pedal, the displayed. vehicle will slow down to the . Press [. Reducing Speed While Using previously set cruise speed. While . Shift the transmission to Cruise Control pressing the accelerator pedal or shortly following the release to N (Neutral). If the cruise control system is override cruise control, briefly . To turn off the cruise control, already activated: pressing SET– will result in cruise press I. . Press and hold SET– until the control set to the current vehicle desired lower speed is reached, speed. Erasing Speed Memory then release it. Using Cruise Control on Hills The cruise control set speed is . To slow down in small erased from memory if is How well the cruise control will work I increments, press SET– briefly. pressed or the ignition is turned off. For each press, the vehicle goes on hills depends upon the vehicle about 1.6 km/h (1 mph) slower. speed, load, and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, The speedometer reading can be you might have to step on the displayed in either English or metric accelerator pedal to maintain your units. See Instrument Cluster on speed. When going downhill, you page 5-10. The increment value might have to brake or shift to a used depends on the units lower gear to keep your speed displayed. down. If the brake pedal is applied cruise control will disengage. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (33,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Detecting the Vehicle Ahead Driver Assistance { Warning Systems FCA is a warning system and Forward Collision Alert does not apply the brakes. When approaching a slower-moving or (FCA) System stopped vehicle ahead too rapidly, If equipped, the FCA system may or when following a vehicle too help to avoid or reduce the harm closely, FCA may not provide a warning with enough time to help FCA warnings will not occur unless caused by front-end crashes. When the FCA system detects a vehicle avoid a crash. FCA does not warn approaching a vehicle ahead too ahead. When a vehicle is detected, of pedestrians, animals, signs, quickly, FCA provides a red flashing the vehicle ahead indicator will alert on the windshield and rapidly guardrails, bridges, construction display green. Vehicles may not be beeps. FCA also lights an amber barrels, or other objects. Be ready detected on curves, highway exit visual alert if following another to take action and apply the ramps, or hills; or due to poor vehicle much too closely. brakes. For more information, see visibility. FCA will not detect another FCA detects vehicles within a Defensive Driving on page 9-3. vehicle ahead until it is completely distance of approximately 60 m in the driving lane. (197 ft) and operates at speeds FCA can be disabled with the above 40 km/h (25 mph). [ button on the center stack. { Warning FCA does not provide a warning to help avoid a crash, unless it detects a vehicle. FCA may not detect a vehicle ahead if the FCA sensor is blocked by dirt, snow, (Continued) Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (34,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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occurs, the brake system may features. The timing of both alerts Warning (Continued) prepare for driver braking to occur will vary based on vehicle speed. more rapidly which can cause a The faster the vehicle speed, the or ice, or if the windshield is brief, mild deceleration. Continue to farther away the alert will occur. damaged. It may also not detect a apply the brake pedal as needed. Consider traffic and weather vehicle on winding or hilly roads, conditions when selecting the alert or in conditions that can limit Tailgating Alert timing. The range of selectable alert visibility such as fog, rain, timings may not be appropriate for or snow, or if the headlamps or all drivers and driving conditions. windshield are not cleaned or in proper condition. Keep the Unnecessary Alerts windshield, headlamps, and FCA FCA may provide unnecessary sensors clean and in good repair. alerts to turning vehicles, vehicles in other lanes, objects that are not The vehicle ahead indicator will vehicles, or shadows. These alerts Collision Alert display amber if following a detected are normal operation and the vehicle ahead much too closely. vehicle does not need service. Selecting the Alert Timing Cleaning the System The Collision Alert button is on the If the FCA system does not seem to center stack. Press [ to set the operate properly, cleaning the alert timing to far, medium, near, outside of the windshield area in or off. The first button press shows front of the camera sensor may When your vehicle approaches the current control setting on the correct the issue. another detected vehicle too rapidly, DIC. Additional button presses will the red FCA display will flash on the change this setting. The chosen windshield. Also, eight rapid setting will remain until it is changed high-pitched beeps will sound from and will affect both the Collision the front. When this Collision Alert Alert and the Tailgating Alert Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (35,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Parking Assist RPA defaults to the on setting each Warning (Continued) time the vehicle is started. If available, the Rear Parking Assist (RPA) system assists the driver with always check the area around the When the System Does Not parking and avoiding objects while vehicle and check all mirrors Seem to Work Properly in R (Reverse). RPA operates at before backing. The following messages may be speeds less than 8 km/h (5 mph). displayed on the DIC: The sensors on the rear bumper are used to detect objects up to How the System Works SERVICE PARK ASSIST: If this 2.5 m (8 ft) behind the vehicle, and RPA comes on automatically when message occurs, take the vehicle to at least 25 cm (10 in) off the ground the shift lever is moved into your dealer to repair the system. and below liftgate level. Detection R (Reverse). A single beep sounds PARK ASST BLOCKED SEE distances may be less during to indicate the system is working. OWNERS MANUAL: This warmer or humid weather. An obstacle is indicated by audible message can occur under the beeps. The interval between the following conditions: { Warning beeps becomes shorter as the . The sensors are not clean. Keep vehicle gets closer to the obstacle. the vehicle's rear bumper free of The parking assist system does When the distance is less than not detect children, pedestrians, mud, dirt, snow, ice, and slush. 30 cm (12 in) the beeping is For cleaning instructions, see bicyclists, animals, or objects continuous for five seconds. Exterior Care on page 10-73. below the bumper or that are too close or too far from the vehicle. Turning the System On and Off . The sensors are covered by It is not available at speeds The system can be disabled through frost or ice. Frost or ice can form greater than 8 km/h (5 mph). To the Driver Information Center (DIC). around and behind the sensors and may not always be seen; prevent injury, death, or vehicle See “Park Assist” under Driver damage, even with parking assist, Information Center (DIC) on this can occur after washing the page 5-23. vehicle in cold weather. The (Continued) message may not clear until the Turn off RPA when towing a trailer. frost or ice has melted. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (36,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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. A trailer was attached to the up in the corresponding outside side SBZA Detection Zones vehicle, or an object was mirror and will flash if the turn signal hanging out of the liftgate during is on. the last drive cycle. Once the object is removed, RPA will { Warning return to normal operation. . A tow bar is attached to the SBZA does not alert the driver to vehicle. vehicles rapidly approaching outside of the side blind zones, . The bumper is damaged. Take the vehicle to your dealer to pedestrians, bicyclists, repair the system. or animals. It may not provide alerts when changing lanes under . Other conditions, such as all driving conditions. Failure to vibrations from a jackhammer or use proper care when changing the compression of air brakes on lanes may result in injury, death, The SBZA sensor covers a zone of a very large truck, are affecting or vehicle damage. Before approximately one lane over from system performance. making a lane change, always both sides of the vehicle, or 3.5 m (11 ft). The height of the zone is Side Blind Zone check mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and use the turn approximately between 0.5 m (1.5 ft) Alert (SBZA) signals. and 2 m (6 ft) off the ground. This zone starts at approximately the If equipped, the Side Blind Zone middle of the vehicle and goes back Alert system is a lane-changing aid 5 m (16 ft). that assists drivers with avoiding crashes that occur with vehicles in How the System Works the side blind zone (or spot) areas. The SBZA symbol lights up in the The SBZA warning display will light side mirrors when the system detects a vehicle in the next lane Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (37,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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over that is in the side blind zone. SBZA can be disabled through the serviced. The system may light up This indicates it may be unsafe to Driver Information Center (DIC). See due to guardrails, signs, trees, change lanes. Before making a lane Driver Information Center (DIC) on shrubs, and other non-moving change, check the SBZA display, page 5-23. If SBZA is disabled by objects. This is normal system check mirrors, glance over your the driver, the SBZA mirror displays operation; the vehicle does not need shoulder, and use the turn signals. will not light up. service. When the System Does Not SBZA may not operate when the Seem to Work Properly SBZA sensors in the left or right corners of the rear bumper are SBZA displays may not come on covered with mud, dirt, snow, ice, when passing a vehicle quickly or or slush, or in heavy rainstorms. For when towing a trailer. Keep in mind cleaning instructions, see "Washing Left Side Mirror Right Side Mirror the SBZA detection zones that the Vehicle" under Exterior Care on Display Display extend back from the side of the page 10-73. If the DIC still displays vehicle do not move further back the system unavailable message When the vehicle is started, both when a trailer is towed. Use extra after cleaning both sides of the outside mirror SBZA displays will caution while changing lanes when vehicle toward the rear corners of briefly come on to indicate the towing a trailer. SBZA may alert you the vehicle, see your dealer. system is operating. When the to objects attached to the vehicle, vehicle is moving forward, the left- such as a trailer, bicycle, or object If the SBZA displays do not light up or right-side mirror display will light extending out to either side of the when vehicles are in the blind zone up if a vehicle is detected in that vehicle. This is normal system and the system is clean, the system blind zone. If the turn signal is operation; the vehicle does not need may need service. Take the vehicle activated in the same direction of a service. to your dealer. detected vehicle, this display will flash as an extra warning not to SBZA may not always alert the change lanes. driver to vehicles in the side blind zone, especially in wet conditions. The system does not need to be Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (38,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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When SBZA is disabled for any The RVC display remains on after reason other than the driver turning Warning (Continued) shifting out of R (Reverse) for it off, the Side Blind Zone Alert ON approximately 10 seconds. Return to option will not be available on the different from actual distances. the previous screen sooner by DIC menu. Do not back the vehicle using performing one of the following: only the RVC screen. Failure to FCC Information use proper care before backing . Press a hard key on the infotainment system. See Radio Frequency Statement on may result in injury, death, page 13-12. or vehicle damage. Always check . Shift into P (Park). behind and around the vehicle . Reach a vehicle speed of Rear Vision before backing. 8 km/h (5 mph). Camera (RVC) Symbols and Guidelines The RVC system is designed to The vehicle may have an RVC help the driver when backing up by The RVC system may have a system. Read this entire section displaying a view of the area behind feature that lets the driver view before using it. the vehicle. When the driver shifts caution symbols on the RVC screen the vehicle into R (Reverse), the while using the RVC. The Rear { Warning video image automatically appears Parking Assist (RPA) system must on the infotainment screen. Once not be disabled to use these The RVC system does not display the driver shifts out of R (Reverse), symbols. See Parking Assist on children, pedestrians, bicyclists, the screen will go back to the last page 9-35. crossing traffic, animals, or any screen that had been displayed, The caution symbols appear when other object located outside the after a delay. an object has been detected by the camera's field of view, below the RPA system. The symbol may cover bumper, or under the vehicle. the object when viewing the RVC Perceived distances may be screen. (Continued) Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (39,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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The RVC system may have a depending on the direction of the vehicle orientation or road guideline overlay that can help the detected vehicle. This system conditions. Displayed images may driver align the vehicle when detects objects coming from up to be farther or closer than they backing into a parking spot. 20 m (65 ft) from the left or right side appear. To turn the symbols and guidelines behind the vehicle. The following illustrations show the on or off: Use caution while backing up when field of view that the camera 1. Shift into P (Park). towing a trailer, as the RCTA provides. detection zones that extend out 2. Press Settings on the Home from the back of your vehicle do not screen of the infotainment move further back when a trailer is system. towed. 3. Select Display and then Rear The RCTA system can be disabled Camera. through the Driver Information 4. Select Symbols or Guidelines. Center (DIC). See Driver When a checkmark appears next Information Center (DIC) on to the item, it is on. page 5-23. Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) Rear Vision Camera Location On vehicles with RCTA, a red The camera is located above the warning triangle with an arrow may license plate. also display on the RVC screen to The area displayed by the camera is 1. View displayed by the warn of traffic coming from either limited and does not display objects camera. direction, behind the vehicle. When that are close to either corner or an object is detected, three beeps under the bumper. The area sound on the left or right side, displayed can vary depending on Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (40,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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. The back of the vehicle is in an accident. The position and { Warning mounting angle of the camera can change or the camera can The LDW system does not steer be affected. Be sure to have the the vehicle. The LDW system camera and its position and may not: mounting angle checked at your . Provide enough time to avoid dealer. a crash. . There are extreme temperature . Detect lane markings under 1. View displayed by the changes. poor weather or visibility camera. conditions. This can occur if 2. Corner of the rear bumper. Lane Departure the windshield or headlamps When the System Does Not Warning (LDW) are blocked by dirt, snow, or ice; if they are not in Seem To Work Properly If equipped, LDW may help avoid proper condition; or if the sun The RVC system might not work crashes due to unintentional lane shines directly into the properly or display a clear image if: departures. It may provide an alert if camera. the vehicle is crossing a lane . It is dark. without using a turn signal in that . Detect road edges. . The sun or the beam of direction. LDW uses a camera . Detect lanes on winding or headlamps is shining directly sensor to detect the lane markings hilly roads. into the camera lens. at speeds of 56 km/h (35 mph) or greater. If LDW only detects lane . Ice, snow, mud, or anything else markings on one side of the road, builds up on the camera lens. it will only warn you when Clean the lens, rinse it with departing the lane on the side water, and wipe it with a soft where it has detected a lane cloth. (Continued) Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (41,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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If the LDW system is not functioning Warning (Continued) properly when lane markings are clearly visible, cleaning the marking. Always keep your windshield may help. attention on the road and maintain proper vehicle position LDW alerts may occur due to tar within the lane, or vehicle marks, shadows, cracks in the road, damage, injury, or death could When LDW is on, @ is green if temporary or construction lane occur. Always keep the LDW is available to warn of a lane markings, or other road imperfections. This is normal system windshield, headlamps, and departure. If the vehicle crosses a operation; the vehicle does not need camera sensors clean and in detected lane marking without using the turn signal in that direction, @ service. Turn LDW off if these good repair. Do not use LDW in conditions continue. bad weather conditions. changes to amber and flashes. Additionally, there will be three beeps on the right or left, depending How the System Works on the lane departure direction. The LDW camera sensor is on the When the System Does Not windshield ahead of the rearview mirror. Seem to Work Properly @ The system may not detect lanes as To turn LDW on and off, press on well when there are: the center stack, forward of the shift lever. The control indicator will light . Close vehicles ahead. when LDW is on. . Sudden lighting changes, such as when driving through tunnels. . Banked roads. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (42,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Fuel higher. Do not use gasoline with an octane rating below 87, as it may { Caution Use of the recommended fuel is an cause engine damage and will lower important part of the proper fuel economy. Do not use fuel containing maintenance of this vehicle. When methanol. It can corrode metal driving in the U.S. and Canada, to Use of Seasonal Fuels parts in the fuel system and also help keep the engine clean and Use summer and winter fuels in the damage plastic and rubber parts. maintain optimum vehicle appropriate season. The fuels That damage would not be performance, we recommend using industry automatically modifies the covered under the vehicle TOP TIER Detergent Gasolines. fuel for the appropriate season. warranty. See www.toptiergas.com for a list of If fuel is left in the vehicle tank for TOP TIER Detergent Gasolines. long periods of time, driving or Some gasolines, mainly high octane starting could be affected. Drive the racing gasolines, can contain an vehicle until the fuel is at one-half octane-enhancing additive called tank or less, then refuel with the methylcyclopentadienyl manganese current seasonal fuel. tricarbonyl (MMT). Do not use Prohibited Fuels gasolines and/or fuel additives with MMT as they can reduce spark plug Gasolines containing oxygenates life and affect emission control such as ethers and ethanol, as well system performance. The as reformulated gasolines, are malfunction indicator lamp may turn available in some cities. If these on. If this occurs, see your dealer gasolines comply with the for service. previously described specification, then they are acceptable to use. Use regular unleaded gasoline However, E85 (85% ethanol) and meeting ASTM specification D4814 other fuels containing more than with a posted octane rating of 87 or 15% ethanol must be used only in FlexFuel vehicles. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (43,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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California Fuel Fuels in Foreign gasoline additive recommended by General Motors. It is available at Requirements Countries your dealer. If the vehicle is certified to meet If planning to drive in countries California Emissions Standards, it is outside the U.S. or Canada, the Filling the Tank designed to operate on fuels that proper fuel might be hard to find. meet California specifications. See Check regional auto club or fuel { Warning the underhood emission control retail brand websites for availability label. If this fuel is not available in in the country where driving. Never Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn states adopting California Emissions use leaded gasoline, fuel containing violently and can cause injury or Standards, the vehicle will operate methanol, manganese, or any other death. satisfactorily on fuels meeting fuel not recommended. Costly federal specifications, but emission repairs caused by use of improper . To help avoid injuries to you control system performance might fuel would not be covered by the and others, read and follow be affected. The malfunction vehicle warranty. all the instructions on the fuel indicator lamp could turn on and the pump island. vehicle may not pass a smog-check Fuel Additives . Turn off the engine when test. See Malfunction Indicator refueling. Lamp on page 5-15. If this occurs, To keep fuel systems clean, TOP return to your authorized dealer for TIER Detergent Gasoline is . Keep sparks, flames, and diagnosis. If it is determined that the recommended. See Fuel on smoking materials away condition is caused by the type of page 9-42. from fuel. fuel used, repairs may not be If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is . Do not leave the fuel pump covered by the vehicle warranty. not available, one bottle of Fuel unattended. System Treatment PLUS added to . Do not reenter the vehicle the fuel tank at every engine oil while pumping fuel. change, can help. Fuel System Treatment PLUS is the only (Continued) Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (44,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Be careful not to spill fuel. Do not Warning (Continued) top off or overfill the tank and wait a few seconds after you have finished . Keep children away from the pumping before removing the fuel pump and never let nozzle. Clean fuel from painted children pump fuel. surfaces as soon as possible. See . Fuel can spray out if the fuel Exterior Care on page 10-73. cap is opened too quickly. When replacing the fuel cap, turn it This spray can happen if the clockwise until it clicks. Make sure tank is nearly full, and is the cap is fully installed. If the cap is more likely in hot weather. not properly installed, the Open the fuel cap slowly and malfunction indicator lamp may wait for any hiss noise to stop The fuel cap is behind a hinged fuel come on. See Malfunction Indicator then unscrew the cap all Lamp on page 5-15. the way. door on the driver side of the vehicle. To open the fuel door, push and release the rearward center { Warning edge of the door. If a fire starts while you are To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly counterclockwise. The fuel refueling, do not remove the cap has a spring in it; if the cap is nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by released too soon, it will spring back shutting off the pump or by to the right. notifying the station attendant. Leave the area immediately. While refueling, hang the fuel cap from the hook on the fuel door. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (45,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Filling a Portable Fuel { Caution Warning (Continued) Container If a new fuel cap is needed, be keep it in contact with the fill sure to get the right type of cap { Warning opening until filling is from your dealer. The wrong type complete. of fuel cap may not fit properly, Filling a portable fuel container . Fill the container no more may cause the malfunction while it is in the vehicle can cause than 95% full to allow for indicator lamp to light, and could fuel vapors that can ignite either expansion. damage the fuel tank and by static electricity or other . Do not smoke, light matches, emissions system. See means. You or others could be or use lighters while Malfunction Indicator Lamp on badly burned and the vehicle pumping fuel. page 5-15. could be damaged. Always: . Avoid using cell phones or . Use approved fuel other electronic devices. containers. . Remove the container from the vehicle, trunk, or pickup bed before filling. . Place the container on the ground. . Place the nozzle inside the fill opening of the container before dispensing fuel, and (Continued) Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (46,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Driving Characteristics Trailer Towing { Warning and Towing Tips General Towing When towing a trailer, exhaust Driving with a Trailer Information gases may collect at the rear of When towing a trailer: the vehicle and enter if the Only use towing equipment that has . Become familiar with the state liftgate, trunk/hatch, or rear-most been designed for the vehicle. window is open. Contact your dealer or trailering and local laws that apply dealer for assistance with preparing specifically to trailer towing. When towing a trailer: the vehicle for towing a trailer. Read . Do not tow a trailer during the . Do not drive with the liftgate, the entire section before towing a first 800 km (500 mi), to prevent trunk/hatch, or rear-most trailer. damage to the engine, axle or window open. other parts. For towing a disabled vehicle, see . Fully open the air outlets on Towing the Vehicle on page 10-70. . Then, during the first 800 km or under the instrument For towing the vehicle behind (500 mi) trailer towing, do not panel. another vehicle such as a motor drive over 80 km/h (50 mph) and . home, see Recreational Vehicle do not make starts at full throttle. Also adjust the Climate Towing on page 10-70. Control system to a setting . The vehicle can tow in D (Drive) that brings in only outside air. but M (Manual Mode) is See “Climate Control recommended. See Manual Systems” in the Index. Mode on page 9-24. Use a lower gear if the transmission shifts For more information about too often. Carbon Monoxide, see Engine Exhaust on page 9-21. . Turn off Park Assist when towing. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (47,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Towing a trailer requires a certain trailer, which mainly occurs during Making Turns amount of experience. The cornering. This is normal when combination you are driving is towing heavier trailers. { Caution longer and not as responsive as the Following Distance vehicle itself. Get acquainted with Making very sharp turns while the handling and braking of the rig Stay at least twice as far behind the trailering could cause the trailer to before setting out for the open road. vehicle ahead as you would when come in contact with the vehicle. Before starting, check all trailer hitch driving the vehicle without a trailer. The vehicle could be damaged. parts and attachments, safety This can help to avoid situations Avoid making very sharp turns chains, electrical connectors, lamps, that require heavy braking and while trailering. tires and mirrors. If the trailer has sudden turns. electric brakes, start the Passing When turning with a trailer, make combination moving and then apply wider turns than normal so the the trailer brake controller by hand More passing distance is needed trailer will not strike soft shoulders, to be sure the brakes work. when towing a trailer. Because the rig is longer, it is necessary to go curbs, road signs, trees or other During the trip, check occasionally farther beyond the passed vehicle objects. Use the turn signal well in to be sure that the load is secure before returning to the lane. advance and avoid jerky or sudden and the lamps and any trailer maneuvers. brakes still work. Backing Up Turn Signals When Towing a Towing with a Stability Control Hold the bottom of the steering Trailer System wheel with one hand. To move the trailer to the left, move your hand to The turn signal indicators on the When towing, the sound of the the left. To move the trailer to the instrument cluster flash whenever stability control system might be right, move your hand to the right. signaling a turn or lane change. heard. The system is reacting to the Always back up slowly and, vehicle movement caused by the if possible, have someone guide you. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (48,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Properly hooked up, the trailer The Tow/Haul Mode may be used if Parking on Hills lamps also flash, telling other the transmission shifts too often. drivers the vehicle is turning, See Tow/Haul Mode on page 9-25. { Warning changing lanes or stopping. When towing at high altitude on When towing a trailer, the arrows on steep uphill grades, engine coolant Parking the vehicle on a hill with the instrument cluster flash for turns boils at a lower temperature than at the trailer attached can be even if the bulbs on the trailer are normal altitudes. If the engine is dangerous. If something goes burned out. Check occasionally to turned off immediately after towing wrong, the rig could start to move. be sure the trailer bulbs are still at high altitude on steep uphill People can be injured, and both working. grades, the vehicle could show the vehicle and the trailer can be signs similar to engine overheating. damaged. When possible, always Driving on Grades To avoid this, let the engine run park the rig on a flat surface. Reduce speed and shift to a lower while parked, preferably on level gear before starting down a long or ground, with the transmission in If parking the rig on a hill: steep downgrade. If the P (Park) for a few minutes before transmission is not shifted down, the turning the engine off. If the 1. Press the brake pedal, but do brakes might have to be used so overheat warning comes on, see not shift into P (Park) yet. Turn much that they would get hot and no Engine Overheating on page 10-16. the wheels into the curb if facing longer work well. downhill or into traffic if facing uphill. The vehicle can tow in D (Drive). Use a lower gear if the transmission 2. Have someone place chocks shifts too often. under the trailer wheels. 3. When the wheel chocks are in place, release the brake pedal until the chocks absorb the load. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (49,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then transmission fluid, engine oil, axle Weight of the Trailer apply the parking brake and shift lubricant, belts, cooling system and How heavy can a trailer safely be? into P (Park). brake system. Inspect these before Speed, altitude, road grades, 5. Release the brake pedal. and during the trip. outside temperature, special Check periodically to see that all equipment, and the amount of Leaving After Parking on a Hill hitch nuts and bolts are tight. tongue weight the vehicle can carry 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal must be considered. See “Weight of while you: Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing the Trailer Tongue” later in this . Start the engine. section for more information. The cooling system may temporarily . Shift into a gear. overheat during severe operating Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming only the driver is in the . Release the parking brake. conditions. See Engine Overheating on page 10-16. tow vehicle and it has all the 2. Let up on the brake pedal. required trailering equipment. The 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is Trailer Towing weight of additional optional clear of the chocks. equipment, passengers and cargo in Three important considerations the tow vehicle must be subtracted 4. Stop and have someone pick up have to do with weight: from the maximum trailer weight. and store the chocks. . The weight of the trailer. Maintenance When Trailer . The weight of the trailer tongue. Towing . The total weight on the vehicle's The vehicle needs service more tires. often when pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule on page 11-3. Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (50,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Use the following chart to determine how much the vehicle can weigh, based upon the vehicle model and options.
Vehicle Maximum Trailer Weight *GCWR Front-Wheel Drive 907 kg (2,000 lb) 3 402 kg (7,500 lb) Front-Wheel Drive, V92 Trailer Towing Package 2 041 kg (4,500 lb) 4 309 kg (9,500 lb) All-Wheel Drive 907 kg (2,000 lb) 3 493 kg (7,700 lb) All-Wheel Drive, V92 Trailer Towing Package 2 041 kg (4,500 lb) 4 400 kg (9,700 lb) *The Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers, cargo, equipment and conversions. The GCWR for the vehicle should not be exceeded.
Ask your dealer for our trailering If there are a lot of options, information or advice. equipment, passengers or cargo in the vehicle, it will reduce the tongue Weight of the Trailer Tongue weight the vehicle can carry, which The tongue load (1) of any trailer is will also reduce the trailer weight the an important weight to measure vehicle can tow. If towing a trailer, because it affects the total gross the tongue load must be added to weight of the vehicle. The Gross the GVW because the vehicle will Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the be carrying that weight, too. See curb weight of the vehicle, any Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-9 cargo carried in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (51,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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If a weight-carrying hitch or a It is important that the vehicle does Towing Equipment weight-distributing hitch is being not exceed any of its ratings — used, the trailer tongue (1) should GCWR, GVWR, RGAWR, Maximum Hitches weigh 10-15 percent of the total Trailer Rating or Tongue Weight. It is important to have the correct loaded trailer weight (2). The only way to be sure it is not hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large After loading the trailer, weigh the exceeding any of these ratings is to trucks going by, and rough roads trailer and then the tongue, weigh the vehicle and trailer. are a few reasons why the right separately, to see if the weights are Total Weight on the Vehicle's hitch is needed. proper. If they are not, adjustments Tires . The rear bumper on the vehicle might be made by moving some is not intended for hitches. Do items around in the trailer. Inflate the vehicle's tires to the upper limit for cold tires. These not attach rental hitches or other Trailering may be limited by the numbers can be found on the bumper-type hitches to it. Use vehicle's ability to carry tongue Certification label or see Vehicle only a frame-mounted hitch that weight. Tongue weight cannot cause Load Limits on page 9-9 for more does not attach to the bumper. the vehicle to exceed the GVWR information. Do not go over the . Will any holes be made in the (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) or GVW limit for the vehicle, or the body of the vehicle when the the RGAWR (Rear Gross Axle GAWR, including the weight of the trailer hitch is installed? If so, Weight Rating). The effect of trailer tongue. If using a weight then be sure to seal the holes additional weight may reduce the distributing hitch, do not go over the when the hitch is removed. If the trailering capacity more than the rear axle limit before applying the holes are not sealed, dirt, water, total of the additional weight. weight distribution spring bars. and deadly carbon monoxide (CO) from the exhaust may get into the vehicle. See Engine Exhaust on page 9-21. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (52,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
9-52 Driving and Operating
Weight-Distributing Hitches and Safety Chains Trailer Wiring Harness Weight Carrying Hitches Always attach chains between the Basic Trailer Wiring vehicle and the trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of The trailer wiring harness, with a the trailer to help prevent the tongue seven-pin connector, is located at from contacting the road if it the rear of the vehicle and is tied to becomes separated from the hitch. the vehicle's frame. The harness Always leave just enough slack so connector can be plugged into a the rig can turn. Never allow safety seven-pin universal heavy-duty chains to drag on the ground. trailer connector available through your dealer. Trailer Brakes The seven-wire harness contains A loaded trailer that weighs more the following trailer circuits: than 450 kg (1,000 lbs) needs to . Yellow: Left Stop/Turn Signal have its own brake system that is 1. Body-to-Ground Distance adequate for the weight of the . Dark Green: Right Stop/Turn 2. Front of Vehicle trailer. Be sure to read and follow Signal the instructions for the trailer brakes . Brown: Taillamps When using a weight-distributing so they are installed, adjusted, and . hitch, the hitch must be adjusted so maintained properly. Black: Ground that the distance (1) remains the . Light Green: Back-up Lamps same both before and after coupling Because the vehicle has antilock the trailer to the tow vehicle. brakes, do not try to tap into the . Red/Black: Battery Feed vehicle's hydraulic brake system. . Dark Blue: Trailer Brake* If you do, both brake systems will not work well, or at all. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (53,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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*The fuse for this circuit is installed Electric Trailer Brake Control Conversions and in the underhood electrical center, Wiring Provisions but the wires are not connected. These wiring provisions for an Add-Ons They should be connected by your electric trailer brake controller are dealer or a qualified service center. included with the vehicle as part of Add-On Electrical If the back-up lamp circuit is not the trailer wiring package. The Equipment functional, contact your dealer. instrument panel contains blunt cut If a remote (non-vehicle) battery is wires above the parking brake { Caution being charged, press the Tow/Haul assembly for the electric trailer mode switch located on the center brake controller. The harness Some electrical equipment can console near the climate controls. contains the following wires: damage the vehicle or cause This will boost the vehicle system . Red/Black: Power Supply components to not work and voltage and properly charge the would not be covered by the . White: Brake Switch Signal battery. If the trailer is too light for warranty. Always check with your Tow/Haul mode, turn on the . Gray: Illumination dealer before adding electrical headlamps (non-HID only) as a . Dark Blue: Trailer Brake Signal equipment. second way to boost the vehicle system and charge the battery. . Black: Ground Add-on equipment can drain the The electric trailer brake controller vehicle's 12-volt battery, even if the should be installed by your dealer or vehicle is not operating. a qualified service center. The vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to the vehicle, see Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 3-33 and Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 3-33. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (54,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
9-54 Driving and Operating
2 NOTES Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Vehicle Care 10-1
Overheated Engine Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Vehicle Care Protection Stoplamps ...... 10-26 Operating Mode ...... 10-18 License Plate Lamp ...... 10-26 Power Steering Fluid ...... 10-18 Replacement Bulbs ...... 10-27 General Information Washer Fluid ...... 10-19 General Information ...... 10-2 Brakes ...... 10-20 Electrical System California Proposition Brake Fluid ...... 10-21 High Voltage Devices and 65 Warning ...... 10-2 Battery ...... 10-22 Wiring ...... 10-27 California Perchlorate All-Wheel Drive ...... 10-23 Electrical System Materials Requirements . . . . 10-3 Starter Switch Check ...... 10-23 Overload ...... 10-28 Accessories and Automatic Transmission Shift Fuses and Circuit Modifications ...... 10-3 Lock Control Function Breakers ...... 10-28 Check ...... 10-23 Engine Compartment Fuse Vehicle Checks Block ...... 10-28 Doing Your Own Ignition Transmission Lock Check ...... 10-23 Instrument Panel Fuse Service Work ...... 10-3 Block ...... 10-32 Hood ...... 10-4 Park Brake and P (Park) Engine Compartment Mechanism Check ...... 10-24 Wheels and Tires Overview ...... 10-5 Wiper Blade Tires ...... 10-35 Engine Cover ...... 10-6 Replacement ...... 10-24 All-Season Tires ...... 10-36 Engine Oil ...... 10-7 Windshield Replacement . . . 10-25 Winter Tires ...... 10-36 Engine Oil Life System ...... 10-9 Headlamp Aiming Summer Tires ...... 10-36 Automatic Transmission Headlamp Aiming ...... 10-25 Tire Sidewall Labeling ...... 10-37 Fluid ...... 10-10 Tire Designations ...... 10-39 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . 10-10 Bulb Replacement Tire Terminology and Cooling System ...... 10-11 Bulb Replacement ...... 10-26 Definitions ...... 10-40 Engine Coolant ...... 10-12 High Intensity Discharge Tire Pressure ...... 10-42 Engine Overheating ...... 10-16 (HID) Lighting ...... 10-26 Tire Pressure Monitor System ...... 10-44 Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
10-2 Vehicle Care
Tire Pressure Monitor Towing the Vehicle General Information Operation ...... 10-45 Towing the Vehicle ...... 10-70 Tire Inspection ...... 10-48 Recreational Vehicle For service and parts needs, visit Tire Rotation ...... 10-48 Towing ...... 10-70 your dealer. You will receive When It Is Time for New genuine GM parts and GM-trained Tires ...... 10-50 Appearance Care and supported service people. Buying New Tires ...... 10-50 Exterior Care ...... 10-73 Interior Care ...... 10-77 Genuine GM parts have one of Different Size Tires and these marks: Wheels ...... 10-52 Floor Mats ...... 10-81 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...... 10-52 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ...... 10-54 Wheel Replacement ...... 10-54 Tire Chains ...... 10-55 If a Tire Goes Flat ...... 10-56 Tire Changing ...... 10-57 Compact Spare Tire ...... 10-65 Jump Starting Jump Starting ...... 10-66
California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/or emit chemicals known to the State of California to Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Vehicle Care 10-3
cause cancer and birth defects or handling, emissions systems, Vehicle Checks other reproductive harm. Engine aerodynamics, durability, and exhaust, many parts and systems, electronic systems like antilock many fluids, and some component brakes, traction control, and stability Doing Your Own wear by-products contain and/or control. These accessories or Service Work emit these chemicals. modifications could even cause malfunction or damage not covered { Warning California Perchlorate by the vehicle warranty. Materials Requirements Damage to vehicle components It can be dangerous to work on resulting from modifications or the your vehicle if you do not have Certain types of automotive installation or use of non GM the proper knowledge, service applications, such as airbag ‐ certified parts, including control manual, tools, or parts. Always initiators, safety belt pretensioners, module or software modifications, is follow owner manual procedures and lithium batteries contained in not covered under the terms of the and consult the service manual Remote Keyless Entry transmitters, vehicle warranty and may affect for your vehicle before doing any may contain perchlorate materials. remaining warranty coverage for service work. Special handling may be necessary. affected parts. For additional information, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ GM Accessories are designed to If doing some of your own service perchlorate. complement and function with other work, use the proper service systems on the vehicle. See your manual. It tells you much more Accessories and dealer to accessorize the vehicle about how to service the vehicle Modifications using genuine GM Accessories than this manual can. To order the installed by a dealer technician. proper service manual, see Service Adding non‐dealer accessories or Also, see Adding Equipment to the Publications Ordering Information making modifications to the vehicle Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on on page 13-11. can affect vehicle performance and page 3-33. safety, including such things as airbags, braking, stability, ride and Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
10-4 Vehicle Care
This vehicle has an airbag system. Hood 2. At the front of the vehicle, pull Before attempting to do your own up on the center of the hood, service work, see Servicing the To open the hood: and push the secondary hood Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on release to the right. page 3-33. 3. After you have partially lifted the Keep a record with all parts receipts hood, gas struts will and list the mileage and the date of automatically take over to lift and any service work performed. See hold the hood in the fully open Maintenance Records on position. page 11-14. 1. Pull the hood release handle Before closing the hood, be sure all with this symbol on it. It is under filler caps are on properly. { Caution the instrument panel on the Pull the hood down to close. Lower Even small amounts of driver side of the vehicle. the hood until the lifting pressure of contamination can cause damage the strut is reduced. Then allow the to vehicle systems. Do not allow hood to fall and latch into place contaminants to contact the fluids, under its own weight. Check to reservoir caps, or dipsticks. make sure the hood is closed. If the hood does not fully latch, gently push the hood down at the front and center of the hood until it is completely latched. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Engine Compartment Overview Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
10-6 Vehicle Care
1. Remote Negative (−) Terminal. 9. Engine Cooling Fans (Out of Engine Cover See Jump Starting on View). See Cooling System on page 10-66. page 10-11. 2. Engine Compartment Fuse 10. Engine Cover on page 10-6. Block on page 10-28. 11. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See 3. Radiator Pressure Cap (Out of “Brake Fluid” under Brakes on View). See Cooling System on page 10-20. page 10-11. 12. Windshield Washer Fluid 4. Engine Coolant Recovery Cap. Reservoir. See “Adding Washer See Cooling System on Fluid” under Washer Fluid on page 10-11. page 10-19. 5. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. 13. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on See Jump Starting on page 10-10. page 10-66. 1. Oil Fill Cap 6. Power Steering Reservoir and 2. Engine Cover Cap (Under Engine Cover). See To remove: Power Steering Fluid on page 10-18. 1. Remove the oil fill cap (1). 7. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When 2. Raise the engine cover (2) to to Add Engine Oil” under Engine release it from the retainers. Oil on page 10-7. 3. Lift and remove the engine 8. Engine Oil Dipstick (Out of cover. View). See “Checking Engine 4. Reverse Steps 1–3 to reinstall Oil” under Engine Oil on engine cover. page 10-7. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil 2. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean paper towel or cloth, It is a good idea to check the engine To ensure proper engine then push it back in all the way. oil level at each fuel fill. In order to performance and long life, careful Remove it again, keeping the tip get an accurate reading, the vehicle attention must be paid to engine oil. down, and check the level. Following these simple, but must be on level ground. The important steps will help protect engine oil dipstick handle is a loop. When to Add Engine Oil your investment: See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10-5 for the location of the . Always use engine oil approved engine oil dipstick. to the proper specification and of the proper viscosity grade. See Obtaining an accurate oil level “Selecting the Right Engine Oil” reading is essential: in this section. 1. If the engine has been running . Check the engine oil level recently, turn off the engine and regularly and maintain the allow several minutes for the oil If the oil is below the cross-hatched proper oil level. See “Checking to drain back into the oil pan. area at the tip of the dipstick, add Engine Oil” and “When to Add Checking the oil level too soon 1 L (1 qt) of the recommended oil Engine Oil” in this section. after engine shutoff will not and then recheck the level. See provide an accurate oil level “Selecting the Right Engine Oil” in . Change the engine oil at the reading. this section for an explanation of appropriate time. See Engine Oil what kind of oil to use. For engine Life System on page 10-9. { Warning oil crankcase capacity, see . Always dispose of engine oil Capacities and Specifications on properly. See “What to Do with The engine oil dipstick handle page 12-2. Used Oil” in this section. may be hot; it could burn you. Use a towel or glove to touch the dipstick handle. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
10-8 Vehicle Care
Selecting the Right Engine Oil { Caution { Caution Selecting the right engine oil Do not add too much oil. Oil depends on both the proper oil Failure to use the recommended levels above or below the specification and viscosity grade. engine oil can result in engine acceptable operating range See Recommended Fluids and damage not covered by the shown on the dipstick are harmful Lubricants on page 11-12. vehicle warranty. Check with your to the engine. If you find that you Specification dealer or service provider on have an oil level above the whether the oil is approved to the operating range, i.e., the engine Ask for and use engine oils that dexos1 specification. has so much oil that the oil level meet the dexos1™ specification. Engine oils that have been gets above the cross-hatched approved by GM as meeting the Viscosity Grade area that shows the proper dexos1 specification are marked operating range, the engine could Use SAE 5W-30 viscosity grade with the dexos1 approved logo. See engine oil. be damaged. You should drain www.gmdexos.com. out the excess oil or limit driving Cold Temperature Operation: In an of the vehicle and seek a service area of extreme cold, where the professional to remove the temperature falls below −29°C excess amount of oil. (−20°F), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for See Engine Compartment Overview the engine at extremely low on page 10-5 for the location of the temperatures. When selecting an oil engine oil fill cap. of the appropriate viscosity grade, Add enough oil to put the level always select an oil of the correct somewhere in the proper operating specification. See “Specification” range. Push the dipstick all the way earlier in this section for more back in when through. information. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (9,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Vehicle Care 10-9
Engine Oil Additives/Engine Used oil can be a threat to the When the system has calculated Oil Flushes environment. If you change your that oil life has been diminished, it own oil, be sure to drain all the oil indicates that an oil change is Do not add anything to the oil. The from the filter before disposal. Never necessary. A CHANGE ENGINE recommended oils meeting the dispose of oil by putting it in the OIL SOON message comes on. dexos1 specification are all that is trash or pouring it on the ground, Change the oil as soon as possible needed for good performance and into sewers, or into streams or within the next 1 000 km (600 mi). engine protection. bodies of water. Recycle it by taking It is possible that, if driving under Engine oil system flushes are not it to a place that collects used oil. the best conditions, the oil life recommended and could cause system might indicate that an oil engine damage not covered by the Engine Oil Life System change is not necessary for up to a vehicle warranty. year. The engine oil and filter must When to Change Engine Oil be changed at least once a year What to Do with Used Oil This vehicle has a computer system and, at this time, the system must Used engine oil contains certain that indicates when to change the be reset. Your dealer has trained elements that can be unhealthy for engine oil and filter. This is based service people who will perform this your skin and could even cause on a combination of factors which work and reset the system. It is also cancer. Do not let used oil stay on include engine revolutions, engine important to check the oil regularly your skin for very long. Clean your temperature, and miles driven. over the course of an oil drain skin and nails with soap and water, Based on driving conditions, the interval and keep it at the proper or a good hand cleaner. Wash or mileage at which an oil change is level. properly dispose of clothing or rags indicated can vary considerably. For If the system is ever reset containing used engine oil. See the the oil life system to work properly, accidentally, the oil must be manufacturer's warnings about the the system must be reset every time changed at 5 000 km (3,000 mi) use and disposal of oil products. the oil is changed. since the last oil change. Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (10,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
10-10 Vehicle Care
How to Reset the Engine Oil Automatic Transmission The transmission fluid will not reach Life System the end of the dipstick unless the Fluid transmission is at operating Reset the system whenever the It is not necessary to check the temperature. If you need to check engine oil is changed so that the transmission fluid level. the transmission fluid level, please system can calculate the next A transmission fluid leak is the only take the vehicle to your dealer. engine oil change. To reset the reason for fluid loss. If a leak system: occurs, take the vehicle to the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN, dealer and have it repaired as soon with the engine off. as possible. When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 2. Press the vehicle information Change the fluid at the intervals button until OIL LIFE listed in Maintenance Schedule on Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the REMAINING displays. page 11-3, and be sure to use the scheduled maintenance intervals and replace it at the first oil change 3. Press and hold the set/reset transmission fluid listed in after each 80 000 km (50,000 mile) button until 100% is displayed. Recommended Fluids and “ ” interval. See Maintenance Schedule Three chimes sound and the Lubricants on page 11-12. on page 11-3. If driving in dusty/dirty CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON conditions, inspect the filter at each message goes off. { Caution engine oil change. 4. Turn the key to LOCK/OFF. Use of the incorrect automatic See Engine Compartment Overview If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON transmission fluid may damage on page 10-5 for the location of the message comes back on when the the vehicle, and the damage may engine air cleaner/filter. vehicle is started, the engine oil life not be covered by the vehicle system has not been reset. Repeat warranty. Always use the How to Inspect the Engine Air the procedure. automatic transmission fluid listed Cleaner/Filter in Recommended Fluids and To inspect the air cleaner/filter, Lubricants on page 11-12. remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter (away Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (11,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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from vehicle) to release loose dust 4. Inspect or replace the air Cooling System and dirt. If the filter remains covered cleaner/filter. with dirt, a new filter is required. The cooling system allows the 5. Reverse Steps 1–4 to reinstall engine to maintain the correct To inspect or replace the engine air the housing cover and reconnect working temperature. cleaner/filter: the electrical connector to the sensor.
{ Warning
Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air; it helps to stop flames if the engine backfires. Use caution when working on the engine and do not drive with the air cleaner/filter off. 1. Radiator Pressure Cap 1. Air Duct Clamp (Under Sight Shield) 2. Electrical Connector { Caution 2. Engine Coolant 3. Screws Recovery Tank 1. Loosen the air duct clamp (1). If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt 3. Engine Cooling Fans (Out can easily get into the engine, of View) 2. Disconnect the electrical which could damage it. Always connector (2). have the air cleaner/filter in place 3. Remove the screws (3) and lift when you are driving. the cover assembly. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (12,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
10-12 Vehicle Care
What to Use { Warning { Caution
An electric engine cooling fan Using coolant other than { Warning under the hood can start up even DEX-COOL® can cause Adding only plain water or some when the engine is not running premature engine, heater core, other liquid to the cooling system and can cause injury. Keep or radiator corrosion. In addition, can be dangerous. Plain water hands, clothing, and tools away the engine coolant could require and other liquids, can boil before from any underhood electric fan. changing sooner. Any repairs the proper coolant mixture will. would not be covered by the The coolant warning system is set vehicle warranty. Always use for the proper coolant mixture. DEX-COOL (silicate-free) coolant With plain water or the wrong { Warning in the vehicle. mixture, the engine could get too Heater and radiator hoses, and hot but you would not get the other engine parts, can be very Engine Coolant overheat warning. The engine hot. Do not touch them. If you do, could catch fire and you or others The cooling system in the vehicle is you can be burned. could be burned. Use a 50/ filled with DEX-COOL® engine 50 mixture of clean, drinkable Do not run the engine if there is a coolant. See Maintenance Schedule leak. If you run the engine, it on page 11-3 and Recommended water and DEX-COOL coolant. could lose all coolant. That could Fluids and Lubricants on cause an engine fire, and you page 11-12. could be burned. Get any leak The following explains the cooling fixed before you drive the vehicle. system and how to check and add coolant when it is low. If there is a problem with engine overheating, see Engine Overheating on page 10-16. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (13,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Vehicle Care 10-13
Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, Check to see if coolant is visible in drinkable water and DEX-COOL Caution (Continued) the coolant recovery tank. If the coolant. If using this mixture, coolant inside the coolant recovery nothing else needs to be added. mixture can freeze and crack tank is boiling, do not do anything This mixture: engine cooling parts. The repairs else until it cools down. If coolant is would not be covered by the visible but the coolant level is not at . Gives freezing protection down vehicle warranty. Use only the or above the FULL COLD mark or to −37°C (−34°F), outside proper mixture of engine coolant temperature. the FULL COLD ISO symbol mark, for the cooling system. See add a 50/50 mixture of clean, . Gives boiling protection up to Recommended Fluids and drinkable water and DEX-COOL 129°C (265°F), engine Lubricants on page 11-12. coolant at the coolant recovery tank, temperature. but be sure the cooling system is cool before this is done. See Engine . Protects against rust and Never dispose of engine coolant by Overheating on page 10-16. corrosion. putting it in the trash, pouring it on . Will not damage aluminum parts. the ground, or into sewers, streams, or bodies of water. Have the coolant . Helps keep the proper engine changed by an authorized service temperature. center, familiar with legal requirements regarding used { Caution coolant disposal. This will help protect the environment and your If improper coolant mixture, health. The coolant recovery tank cap has inhibitors, or additives are used in this symbol on it. the vehicle cooling system, the Checking Coolant When the engine is cold, the coolant engine could overheat and be The vehicle must be on a level level should be at or above the damaged. Too much water in the surface when checking the coolant FULL COLD mark or the FULL (Continued) level. COLD ISO symbol mark on the recovery tank. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (14,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
10-14 Vehicle Care
When the engine is hot, the level How to Add Coolant to the could be higher than the FULL { Caution Radiator COLD mark or the FULL COLD ISO This vehicle has a specific symbol mark. If the coolant is below { Warning the FULL COLD mark or the FULL coolant fill procedure. Failure to follow this procedure could cause COLD ISO symbol mark when the Steam and scalding liquids from a the engine to overheat and be engine is hot, there could be a leak hot cooling system can blow out severely damaged. in the cooling system. and burn you badly. Never turn If the coolant is low, add the coolant the cap when the cooling system, or take the vehicle to your dealer for If recovery tank is empty, check the including the surge tank pressure service. coolant level in the radiator before cap, is hot. Wait for the cooling adding coolant to the recovery tank How to Add Coolant to the system and surge tank pressure or take the vehicle to the dealer for cap to cool. Recovery Tank service. See “How to Add Coolant to the Radiator” later in this section. { Warning If coolant is needed, add the proper If coolant is needed, add the proper mixture directly to the radiator, but DEX-COOL coolant mixture at the be sure the cooling system is cool You can be burned if you spill coolant recovery tank. coolant on hot engine parts. before this is done. Then check the Coolant contains ethylene glycol recovery tank and add coolant if and it will burn if the engine parts needed. are hot enough. Do not spill coolant on a hot engine. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (15,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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2. Remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise about one full turn. If a hiss is heard, wait for that to stop. A hiss means there is still some pressure left in the system. 3. Keep turning the pressure cap 1. Detach the fasteners and lift off slowly and remove it. the panel that covers the radiator cap. 4. Fill the radiator to the base of the filler neck with the proper DEX-COOL coolant mixture.
5. Fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL COLD mark or to the FULL COLD ISO symbol mark. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (16,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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6. Reinstall the cap on the coolant You may decide not to lift the hood recovery tank but leave the { Caution when this warning appears, but radiator pressure cap off. instead get service help right away. If the pressure cap is not tightly 7. Start the engine and let it run See Roadside Assistance Program installed, coolant loss and on page 13-5. until the upper radiator hose possible engine damage may feels warm. Any time during this occur. Be sure the cap is properly If you do decide to lift the hood, procedure, watch out for the and tightly secured. make sure the vehicle is parked on engine cooling fans. a level surface. 8. If the coolant level inside the Then check to see if the engine radiator filler neck is low, add Engine Overheating cooling fans are running. If the more of the proper DEX-COOL The vehicle has several indicators engine is overheating, both fans coolant mixture through the filler to warn of engine overheating. should be running. If they are not, neck until the level is back up to do not continue to run the engine the base of the filler neck. There is an engine coolant and have the vehicle serviced. temperature gauge on the 9. Replace the pressure cap tightly. instrument panel cluster. See At any time during this Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge { Caution procedure if coolant begins to on page 5-12. flow out of the filler neck, Running the engine without reinstall the pressure cap. The vehicle may also display an coolant may cause damage or a ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE fire. Vehicle damage would not be ENGINE and ENGINE covered by the vehicle warranty. OVERHEATED STOP See Overheated Engine ENGINE message in the Driver Protection Operating Mode on Information Center (DIC). See page 10-18 for information on Engine Cooling System Messages driving to a safe place in an on page 5-31. emergency. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (17,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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If Steam Is Coming from the If the overheat warning is displayed Engine Compartment Warning (Continued) with no sign of steam: See Overheated Engine 1. Turn the air conditioning off. { Warning Protection Operating Mode on 2. Turn the heater on to the highest page 10-18 for information on Steam from an overheated engine temperature and to the highest driving to a safe place in an fan speed. Open the windows as can burn you badly, even if you emergency. necessary. just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear 3. When it is safe to do so, pull off steam coming from it. Turn it off If No Steam Is Coming from the road, shift to P (Park) or and get everyone away from the the Engine Compartment N (Neutral), and let the engine idle. vehicle until it cools down. Wait If an engine overheat warning is until there is no sign of steam or displayed but no steam can be seen If the temperature overheat gauge is coolant before you open or heard, the problem may not be no longer in the overheat zone or an the hood. too serious. Sometimes the engine overheat warning no longer displays, the vehicle can be driven. If you keep driving when the can get a little too hot when the vehicle: Continue to drive the vehicle slow vehicles engine is overheated, for about 10 minutes. Keep a safe the liquids in it can catch fire. You . Climbs a long hill on a hot day. vehicle distance from the car in front or others could be badly burned. . Stops after high-speed driving. of you. If the warning does not come Stop the engine if it overheats, back on, continue to drive normally . Idles for long periods in traffic. and get out of the vehicle until the and have the cooling system engine is cool. . Tows a trailer. checked for proper fill and function. (Continued) If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park the vehicle right away. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (18,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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If there is no sign of steam, idle the The temperature gauge indicates an Power Steering Fluid engine for three minutes while overheat condition exists. Driving parked. If the warning is still extended distances and/or towing a displayed, turn off the engine until it trailer in the overheat protection cools down. Also, see “Overheated mode should be avoided. Engine Protection Operating Mode” next in this section. { Caution Overheated Engine After driving in the overheated The power steering fluid reservoir is engine protection operating Protection under the engine cover on the mode, the engine oil will be Operating Mode passenger side of the vehicle. See severely degraded. Any repairs Engine Compartment Overview on This emergency operating mode lets performed before the engine is page 10-5 for reservoir location. the vehicle be driven to a safe place cool may cause engine damage. in an emergency situation. If an Allow the engine to cool before When to Check Power Steering overheated engine condition exists, attempting any repair. Repair the Fluid an overheat protection mode which cause of coolant loss, change the alternates firing groups of cylinders It is not necessary to regularly oil, and reset the oil life system. check power steering fluid unless helps prevent engine damage. In See Engine Oil on page 10-7. this mode, there is a significant loss you suspect there is a leak in the in power and engine performance. system or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (19,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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How to Check Power Steering What to Use Adding Washer Fluid Fluid To determine what kind of fluid to When the windshield washer fluid To check the power steering fluid: use, see Recommended Fluids and reservoir is low, a WASHER FLUID Lubricants on page 11-12. Always LOW ADD FLUID message will be 1. Turn the key off and let the use the proper fluid. displayed on the Driver Information engine compartment cool down. Center (DIC). See Washer Fluid 2. Remove the engine cover. See { Caution Messages on page 5-38. Engine Cover on page 10-6. 3. Wipe the cap and the top of the Use of the incorrect fluid may reservoir clean. damage the vehicle and the damages may not be covered by 4. Unscrew the cap and wipe the the vehicle warranty. Always use dipstick with a clean rag. the correct fluid listed in 5. Replace the cap and completely Recommended Fluids and tighten it. Lubricants on page 11-12. Open the cap with the washer 6. Remove the cap again and look symbol on it. Add washer fluid until at the fluid level on the dipstick. the tank is full. See Engine Washer Fluid Compartment Overview on The fluid level should be page 10-5 for reservoir location. somewhere between the MAX and What to Use MIN line on the dipstick in room When adding windshield washer temperature. If the fluid is on or fluid, be sure to read the below the MIN line, add fluid close manufacturer's instructions before to the MAX line. use. If the vehicle will be operating in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (20,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
10-20 Vehicle Care
Brakes Some driving conditions or climates { Caution can cause a brake squeal when the Disc brake pads have built-in wear brakes are first applied or lightly . Do not use engine coolant indicators that make a high-pitched applied. This does not mean (antifreeze) in the windshield warning sound when the brake pads something is wrong with the brakes. washer. It can damage the are worn and new pads are needed. windshield washer system The sound can come and go or be Properly torqued wheel nuts are and paint. heard all the time when the vehicle necessary to help prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, . Do not mix water with is moving, except when applying the brake pedal firmly. inspect brake pads for wear and ready-to-use washer fluid. evenly tighten wheel nuts in the Water can cause the solution proper sequence to torque to freeze and damage the { Warning specifications. See Capacities and washer fluid tank and other Specifications on page 12-2. parts of the washer system. The brake wear warning sound means that soon the brakes will Brake pads should be replaced as . When using concentrated not work well. That could lead to complete sets. washer fluid, follow the manufacturer instructions for a crash. When the brake wear Brake Pedal Travel adding water. warning sound is heard, have the vehicle serviced. See your dealer if the brake pedal . Fill the washer fluid tank only does not return to normal height, three-quarters full when it is or if there is a rapid increase in very cold. This allows for fluid pedal travel. This could be a sign expansion if freezing occurs, { Caution that brake service may be required. which could damage the tank if it is completely full. Continuing to drive with worn-out Replacing Brake System Parts brake pads could result in costly Always replace brake system parts brake repair. with new, approved replacement parts. If this is not done, the brakes may not work properly. The braking Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (21,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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performance expected can change There are only two reasons why the in many other ways if the wrong brake fluid level in the reservoir { Warning replacement brake parts are might go down: installed or parts are improperly If too much brake fluid is added, it . The brake fluid level goes down installed. can spill on the engine and burn, because of normal brake lining if the engine is hot enough. You wear. When new linings are Brake Fluid or others could be burned, and installed, the fluid level goes the vehicle could be damaged. back up. Add brake fluid only when work is . A fluid leak in the brake done on the brake hydraulic hydraulic system can also cause system. a low fluid level. Have the brake hydraulic system fixed, since a leak means that sooner or later When the brake fluid falls to a low the brakes will not work well. level, the brake warning light comes The brake master cylinder reservoir on. See Brake System Warning is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid as Do not top off the brake fluid. Light on page 5-18. Adding fluid does not correct a leak. indicated on the reservoir cap. See What to Add Engine Compartment Overview on If fluid is added when the linings are page 10-5 for the location of the worn, there will be too much fluid Use only new DOT 3 brake fluid reservoir. when new brake linings are from a sealed container. See installed. Add or remove brake fluid, Recommended Fluids and as necessary, only when work is Lubricants on page 11-12. done on the brake hydraulic system. Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This helps keep dirt from entering the reservoir. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (22,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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{ Warning Caution (Continued) Warning (Continued)
With the wrong kind of fluid in the . If brake fluid is spilled on the known to the State of California to brake hydraulic system, the vehicle's painted surfaces, cause cancer and reproductive brakes might not work well. This the paint finish can be harm. Wash hands after handling. could cause a crash. Always use damaged. Be careful not to the proper brake fluid. spill brake fluid on the vehicle. If you do, wash it off Vehicle Storage immediately. { Warning { Caution Battery Batteries have acid that can burn . Using the wrong fluid can The original equipment battery is you and gas that can explode. badly damage brake maintenance free. Do not remove You can be badly hurt if you are hydraulic system parts. For the cap and do not add fluid. not careful. See Jump Starting on example, just a few drops of page 10-66 for tips on working mineral-based oil, such as Refer to the replacement number on around a battery without the original battery label when a engine oil, in the brake getting hurt. hydraulic system can damage new battery is needed. brake hydraulic system parts so badly that they will have to { Warning Infrequent Usage: Remove the be replaced. Do not let black, negative (−) cable from the someone put in the wrong Battery posts, terminals, and battery to keep the battery from kind of fluid. related accessories contain lead running down. (Continued) and lead compounds, chemicals Extended Storage: Remove the (Continued) black, negative (−) cable from the battery or use a battery trickle charger. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (23,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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All-Wheel Drive 3. Try to start the engine in each 2. Apply the parking brake. Be gear. The vehicle should start ready to apply the regular brake Transfer case fluid does not require only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). immediately if the vehicle begins checking unless there is a fluid leak If the vehicle starts in any other to move. or unusual noise. If required, have position, contact your dealer for 3. With the engine off, turn the the transfer case serviced by your service. dealer. ignition on, but do not start the engine. Without applying the Automatic Transmission Starter Switch Check regular brake, try to move the Shift Lock Control shift lever out of P (Park) with Function Check normal effort. If the shift lever { Warning moves out of P (Park), contact your dealer for service. When you are doing this { Warning inspection, the vehicle could Ignition Transmission move suddenly. If the vehicle When you are doing this moves, you or others could be inspection, the vehicle could Lock Check injured. move suddenly. If the vehicle While parked and with the parking moves, you or others could be brake set, try to turn the ignition to injured. 1. Before starting this check, be LOCK/OFF in each shift lever sure there is enough room position. around the vehicle. 1. Before starting this check, be . The ignition should turn to sure there is enough room 2. Apply both the parking brake LOCK/OFF only when the shift around the vehicle. It should be and the regular brake. lever is in P (Park). parked on a level surface. Do not use the accelerator . The ignition key should come pedal, and be ready to turn off out only in LOCK/OFF. the engine immediately if it Contact your dealer if service is starts. required. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (24,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Park Brake and P (Park) . To check the P (Park) mechanism's holding ability: Mechanism Check With the engine running, shift to P (Park). Then release the { Warning parking brake followed by the regular brake. When you are doing this check, Contact your dealer if service is 2. Squeeze the tabs on each side the vehicle could begin to move. required. You or others could be injured of the wiper blade assembly and slide the assembly off the end of and property could be damaged. Wiper Blade Replacement Make sure there is room in front the wiper arm. of the vehicle in case it begins to Front Wiper Blade roll. Be ready to apply the regular Windshield wiper blades should be brake at once should the vehicle inspected for wear or cracking. begin to move. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in Park on a fairly steep hill, with the different ways. For the proper type vehicle facing downhill. Keeping and size, see Maintenance 3. Install the new blade onto the your foot on the regular brake, set Replacement Parts on page 11-13. the parking brake. arm connector and make sure To replace the wiper blade the tabs are fully set in the . To check the parking brake's assembly: locked position. holding ability: With the engine running and the transmission in 1. Pull the windshield wiper Allowing the wiper blade arm to N (Neutral), slowly remove foot assembly away from the touch the windshield when no pressure from the regular brake windshield. wiper blade is installed could pedal. Do this until the vehicle is damage the windshield. Any held by the parking brake only. damage that occurs would not Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (25,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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be covered by your warranty. Do 3. Replace the wiper blade. Headlamp Aiming not allow the wiper blade arm to 4. Return the wiper arm and blade Headlamp aim has been preset and touch the windshield. assembly to the rest position on should need no further adjustment. 4. Repeat the steps for the other the glass. blade. If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, Windshield Replacement the headlamp aim may be affected. Rear Wiper Blade If adjustment to the headlamps is The vehicle is equipped with an To replace the rear wiper blade: necessary, see your dealer. acoustic windshield. If you ever 1. Pull the wiper blade assembly have to have the windshield away from the backglass. replaced be sure to get an acoustic The rear wiper blade will not lock windshield so you will continue to in a vertical position so care have the benefits an acoustic should be used when pulling it windshield can provide. away from the vehicle. 2. Turn the wiper blade assembly, hold the wiper arm in position, and push the blade away from the wiper arm. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (26,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Bulb Replacement Taillamps, Turn Signal, 5. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it For the proper type of replacement and Stoplamps straight out to remove it. bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on 6. Replace the bulb. page 10-27. 7. Reverse Steps 3 5 to reinstall For any bulb changing procedure – ‐ the taillamp assembly. not listed in this section, contact your dealer. When reinstalling the taillamp assembly, the pin on the taillamp High Intensity Discharge assembly must line up and be inserted correctly into the (HID) Lighting opening. { Warning 8. Replace the screw covers.
The high intensity discharge License Plate Lamp lighting system operates at a very To replace one of these bulbs: To replace one of these bulbs: high voltage. If you try to service 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate any of the system components, 1. Remove the two push pins on page 2-8. you could be seriously injured. holding each of the license plate lamps to the liftgate trim by Have your dealer or a qualified 2. Using a small flat bladed tool, unscrewing them. technician service them. remove the screw covers by prying them from the bottom. After an HID headlamp bulb has 3. Remove the two hex screws been replaced, the beam might be a holding the taillamp assembly in slightly different shade than it was place. originally. This is normal. 4. Pull out the taillamp assembly. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (27,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Replacement Bulbs Electrical System Bulb Exterior Lamp Number High Voltage Devices and License Plate Lamp 194LL Wiring Rear Turn Signal 7443 and Taillamps (W21/5W) { Warning Exposure to high voltage can For replacement bulbs not listed cause shock, burns, and even here, contact your dealer. death. The high voltage components in the vehicle can 2. Turn and pull the license plate only be serviced by technicians lamp forward through the liftgate with special training. trim opening. High voltage components are 3. Turn the bulb socket identified by labels. Do not counterclockwise and pull the remove, open, take apart, bulb straight out of the socket. or modify these components. 4. Install the new bulb. High voltage cable or wiring has orange covering. Do not probe, 5. Reverse Steps 1–3 to reinstall the license plate lamp. tamper with, cut, or modify high voltage cable or wiring. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (28,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Electrical System Headlamp Wiring Fuses and Circuit Overload An electrical overload may cause Breakers the lamps to go on and off, or in The vehicle has fuses and circuit The wiring circuits in your vehicle some cases to remain off. Have the breakers to protect against an are protected from short circuits by headlamp wiring checked right away electrical system overload. a combination of fuses, circuit if the lamps go on and off or breakers and fusible thermal links. When the current electrical load is remain off. too heavy, the circuit breaker opens This greatly reduces the chance of and closes, protecting the circuit Windshield Wipers fires caused by electrical problems. until the current load returns to If the wiper motor overheats due to Look at the silver-colored band normal or the problem is fixed. This heavy snow or ice, the windshield inside the fuse. If the band is broken greatly reduces the chance of circuit wipers will stop until the motor cools or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure overload and fire caused by and will then restart. you replace a bad fuse with a new electrical problems. one of the identical size and rating. Although the circuit is protected Fuses and circuit breakers protect from electrical overload, overload Fuses of the same amperage can power devices in the vehicle. due to heavy snow or ice may be temporarily borrowed from Replace a bad fuse with a new one cause wiper linkage damage. another fuse location, if a fuse goes of the identical size and rating. Always clear ice and heavy snow out. Replace the fuse as soon as from the windshield before using the you can. If there is a problem on the road and windshield wipers. a fuse needs to be replaced, the Engine Compartment same amperage fuse can be If the overload is caused by an borrowed. Choose some feature of electrical problem and not snow or Fuse Block the vehicle that is not needed to use ice, be sure to get it fixed. The underhood fuse block is in the and replace it as soon as possible. engine compartment, on the passenger side of the vehicle. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (29,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Lift the cover for access to the fuse/ relay block.
{ Caution
Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it. Always keep the covers on any electrical component.
To remove fuses, hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and pull straight out. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (30,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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The vehicle may not be equipped Fuses Usage Fuses Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown. ECM 1 Engine Control HTD MIR Heated Outside Rearview Mirror Fuses Usage Module 1 HUMIDITY/ Humidity Sensor/ A/C CLTCH Air Conditioning ECM/ Engine Control Clutch FPM IGN Module/Fuel Pump MAF MAF Sensor Control Module HVAC BLWR Heating, ABS MTR Antilock Brake Ignition Ventilation, and Air System (ABS) Motor EMISSION 1 Emission 1 Conditioning Blower AFS Adaptive Forward EMISSION 2 Emission 2 LT HI BEAM Left High-Beam Lighting System EVEN COILS Even Injector Coils Headlamp AIRBAG Airbag System FAN 1 Cooling Fan 1 LT LO BEAM Left Low-Beam AUX POWER Auxiliary Power FAN 2 Cooling Fan 2 Headlamp AUX Auxiliary * Headlamp Washer LT PRK Left Parking Lamp VAC PUMP Vacuum Pump (China)/Trailer LT TRLR Trailer Left Brake AWD All-Wheel-Drive STOP/TRN Stoplamp and Turn System FPM Fuel Pump Power Signal Module BATT 1 Battery 1 ODD COILS Odd Injector Coils FOG Fog Lamps (GMC) BATT 2 Battery 2 PWR L/GATE Power Liftgate LAMP (GMC) BATT 3 Battery 3 PWR Power Outlet HTD Heated Steering OUTLET CIGAR Cigarette Lighter STR WHL Wheel LIGHTER RR APO Rear Accessory HORN Horn Power Outlet Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (31,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Relays Usage RR DEFOG Rear Defogger STRTR Starter FAN 2 Cooling Fan 2 RR HVAC Rear Climate TCM Transmission FAN 3 Cooling Fan 3 Control System Control Module FOG Fog Lamps (GMC) RT HI BEAM Right High-Beam TRANS Transmission LAMP (GMC) Headlamp TRLR Trailer Back-up HI BEAM High-Beam RT LO BEAM Right Low-Beam BCK/UP Lamps Headlamps Headlamp TRLR BRK Trailer Brake HID/ High Intensity RT PRK Right LO BEAM Discharge (HID) TRLR Trailer Parking Parking Lamp Low-Beam PRK LAMP Lamps Headlamps RT TRLR Trailer Right TRLR PWR Trailer Power STOP/TRN Stoplamp and Turn HORN Horn Signal WPR/WSW Windshield Wiper/ IGN Ignition Main Washer RVC SNSR Regulated Voltage LT TRLR Trailer Left Control Sensor Relays Usage STOP/TRN Stoplamp and Turn S/ROOF/ Sunroof Signal Lamp SUNSHADE A/C Air Conditioning CMPRSR Compressor Clutch PRK LAMP Parking Lamp SERVICE Service Repair CLTCH PWR/TRN Powertrain SPARE Spare AUX Auxiliary RR DEFOG Rear Window STOP Stoplamps VAC PUMP Vacuum Pump Defogger LAMPS (China Only) CRNK Switched Power (CHINA ONLY) FAN 1 Cooling Fan 1 Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (32,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Relays Usage Instrument Panel Fuse RT TRLR Trailer Right Block STOP/TRN Stoplamp and Turn Signal Lamp Stop Lamps Stop Lamps (CHINA (China Only) ONLY) TRLR Trailer Back-up BCK/UP Lamps WPR Windshield Wiper WPR HI Windshield Wiper High Speed
The instrument panel fuse block is under the instrument panel on the passenger side of the vehicle. Pull down on the cover to access the fuse block.
Fuse Side Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (33,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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The vehicle may not be equipped Fuses Usage Fuses Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown. DRL/ Daytime Running OBS Rear Park Assist/ Fuses Usage LO BEAM Lamps Relay/Low DET/URS Side Blind Zone Beam Headlamps Alert/Forward # GMC NON HID = Relay Collision Alert/ Lo Beam Universal Remote DSPLY Display ) GMC NON HID = System FRT WSW Front Windshield High Shutter PDM Power Mirrors, Washer )) Chevy = Fog Liftgate Release HTD/ Heated/Cooling Lamps PWR MODE Power Mode COOL SEAT Seats ))) Buick China = PWR MIR Power Mirrors Rear Fog Lamp HVAC Heating, Ventilation, and Air RDO Radio AIRBAG Airbag Conditioning REAR WPR Rear Wiper AMP Amplifier INADV PWR Inadvertent Power/ RT TRN SIG Passenger Side INT LAMPS Interior Light Pipe BCK Back-up Lamp/ Turn Signal UP/STOP Stoplamp Lamps STR WHL Steering Wheel INFOTMNT/ Infotainment/ BCM Body Control ILLUM Illumination Module MSM Memory Seat Module USB CHRG USB Charging CNSTR Canister Vent VENT LT TRN SIG Driver Side Turn Signal CTSY Courtesy Lamps DR LCK Door Locks Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (34,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Relays Usage Relays Usage LT/ Driver Side Power DRL/ Daytime Running PWR/SEAT Seat Relay LO BEAM Lamps Relay (If Equipped) RT/ Passenger Side PWR/SEAT Power Seat Relay REAR FOG Rear Fog Lamps LAMPS (China) PWR/WNDW Power Windows (CHINA) Relay FRT/WSW Front Windshield PWR/ Power Steering Washer Relay COLUMN Column Relay L/GATE Liftgate Relay LCK Power Lock Relay REAR/WSW Rear Window Washer Relay UNLCK Power Unlock Relay DRL/ Daytime Running LO BEAM Lamps Relay/ Low-Beam Headlamps Relay Relay Side LT/UNLCK Driver Side Unlock Relay Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (35,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Vehicle Care 10-35
Wheels and Tires Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued)
Tires and a serious crash. See . Worn or old tires can Every new GM vehicle has Vehicle Load Limits on cause a crash. If the tread high-quality tires made by a page 9-9. is badly worn, replace them. leading tire manufacturer. See . Underinflated tires pose the warranty manual for the same danger as . Replace any tires that information regarding the tire overloaded tires. The have been damaged by warranty and where to get resulting crash could impacts with potholes, service. For additional cause serious injury. curbs, etc. Check all tires frequently information refer to the tire . Improperly repaired tires manufacturer. to maintain the can cause a crash. Only recommended pressure. the dealer or an { Warning Tire pressure should be authorized tire service checked when the tires center should repair, . Poorly maintained and are cold. improperly used tires are replace, dismount, and . dangerous. Overinflated tires are more mount the tires. likely to be cut, punctured, . Do not spin the tires in . Overloading the tires can or broken by a sudden cause overheating as a excess of 56 km/h impact — such as when (35 mph) on slippery result of too much flexing. hitting a pothole. Keep There could be a blowout surfaces such as snow, tires at the recommended mud, ice, etc. Excessive (Continued) pressure. spinning may cause the (Continued) tires to explode. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (36,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
10-36 Vehicle Care
All-Season Tires Winter Tires . Use only radial ply tires of the same size, load range, and This vehicle may come with This vehicle was not originally speed rating as the original all-season tires. These tires are equipped with winter tires. Winter equipment tires. designed to provide good overall tires are designed for increased Winter tires with the same speed performance on most road surfaces traction on snow and ice-covered rating as the original equipment tires and weather conditions. Original roads. Consider installing winter may not be available for H, V, W, Y, equipment tires designed to GM's tires on the vehicle if frequent and ZR speed rated tires. If winter specific tire performance criteria driving on ice or snow covered tires with a lower speed rating are have a TPC specification code roads is expected. See your dealer chosen, never exceed the tire's molded onto the sidewall. Original for details regarding winter tire maximum speed capability. equipment all-season tires can be availability and proper tire selection. identified by the last two characters Also, see Buying New Tires on of this TPC code, which will page 10-50. Summer Tires be “MS.” With winter tires, there may be This vehicle may come with high Consider installing winter tires on decreased dry road traction, performance summer tires. These the vehicle if frequent driving on increased road noise, and shorter tires have a special tread and snow or ice-covered roads is tread life. After changing to winter compound that are optimized for expected. All-season tires provide tires, be alert for changes in vehicle maximum dry and wet road adequate performance for most handling and braking. performance. This special tread and compound will have decreased winter driving conditions, but they If using winter tires: may not offer the same level of performance in cold climates, and traction or performance as winter . Use tires of the same brand and on ice and snow. We recommend tires on snow or ice-covered roads. tread type on all four wheel installing winter tires on the vehicle See Winter Tires on page 10-36. positions. if frequent driving at temperatures below approximately 5°C (40°F) or on ice or snow covered roads is expected. See Winter Tires on page 10-36. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (37,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Vehicle Care 10-37
Tire Sidewall Labeling and service description. See the DOT Tire Date of “Tire Size” illustration later in this Manufacture: The last four Useful information about a tire is section. digits of the TIN indicate the tire molded into its sidewall. The manufactured date. The first two examples show a typical (2) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria digits represent the week (01– passenger vehicle tire and a 52) and the last two digits, the compact spare tire sidewall. Specification): Original equipment tires designed to year. For example, the third GM's specific tire performance week of the year 2010 would criteria have a TPC specification have a four-digit DOT date code molded onto the sidewall. of 0310. GM's TPC specifications meet or (4) Tire Identification Number exceed all federal safety (TIN): The letters and numbers guidelines. following the DOT (Department (3) DOT (Department of of Transportation) code are the Transportation): The Tire Identification Number (TIN). Department of Transportation The TIN shows the (DOT) code indicates that the manufacturer and plant code, tire size, and date the tire was Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Example tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of manufactured. The TIN is (1) Tire Size: The tire size is a Transportation Motor Vehicle molded onto both sides of the combination of letters and Safety Standards. tire, although only one side may numbers used to define a have the date of manufacture. particular tire's width, height, aspect ratio, construction type, Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (38,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
10-38 Vehicle Care
(5) Tire Ply Material: The type (2) Temporary Use Only: The of cord and number of plies in compact spare tire or temporary the sidewall and under the tread. use tire should not be driven at (6) Uniform Tire Quality speeds over 80 km/h (50 mph). Grading (UTQG): Tire The compact spare tire is for manufacturers are required to emergency use when a regular grade tires based on three road tire has lost air and gone performance factors: treadwear, flat. If the vehicle has a compact traction, and temperature spare tire, see Compact Spare resistance. For more information Tire on page 10-65 and If a Tire see Uniform Tire Quality Goes Flat on page 10-56. Grading on page 10-52. Compact Spare Tire Example (3) Tire Identification Number (7) Maximum Cold Inflation (1) Tire Ply Material: The type (TIN): The letters and numbers Load Limit: Maximum load that of cord and number of plies following the DOT (Department can be carried and the in the sidewall and under the of Transportation) code are the maximum pressure needed to tread. Tire Identification Number (TIN). support that load. The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code, tire size, and date the tire was manufactured. The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire, although only one side may have the date of manufacture. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (39,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Vehicle Care 10-39
(4) Maximum Cold Inflation criteria have a TPC specification vehicle tire engineered to Load Limit: Maximum load that code molded onto the sidewall. standards set by the U.S. Tire can be carried and the GM's TPC specifications meet or and Rim Association. maximum pressure needed to exceed all federal safety (2) Tire Width: The three-digit support that load. guidelines. number indicates the tire section (5) Tire Inflation: The width in millimeters from temporary use tire or compact Tire Designations sidewall to sidewall. spare tire should be inflated to Tire Size (3) Aspect Ratio: A two-digit 420 kPa (60 psi). For more The following is an example of a number that indicates the tire information on tire pressure and typical passenger vehicle height-to-width measurements. inflation see Tire Pressure on tire size. For example, if the tire size page 10-42. aspect ratio is 60, as shown in (6) Tire Size: A combination of item 3 of the illustration, it would letters and numbers define a mean that the tire's sidewall is tire's width, height, aspect ratio, 60 percent as high as it is wide. construction type, and service (4) Construction Code: A letter description. The letter T as the code is used to indicate the type first character in the tire size of ply construction in the tire. (1) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: means the tire is for temporary The letter R means radial ply use only. The United States version of a metric tire sizing system. The construction; the letter D means (7) TPC Spec (Tire letter P as the first character in diagonal or bias ply Performance Criteria the tire size means a passenger construction; and the letter B Specification): Original means belted-bias ply equipment tires designed to construction. GM's specific tire performance Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (40,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
10-40 Vehicle Care
(5) Rim Diameter: Diameter of automatic transmission, power before a tire has built up heat the wheel in inches. windows, power seats, and air from driving. See Tire Pressure (6) Service Description: These conditioning. on page 10-42. characters represent the load Aspect Ratio: The relationship Curb Weight: The weight of a index and speed rating of the of a tire's height to its width. motor vehicle with standard and tire. The load index represents Belt: A rubber coated layer of optional equipment including the the load carrying capacity a tire cords between the plies and the maximum capacity of fuel, oil, is certified to carry. The speed tread. Cords may be made from and coolant, but without rating is the maximum speed a steel or other reinforcing passengers and cargo. tire is certified to carry a load. materials. DOT Markings: A code molded Bead: The tire bead contains into the sidewall of a tire Tire Terminology and signifying that the tire is in Definitions steel wires wrapped by steel cords that hold the tire onto compliance with the U.S. Air Pressure: The amount of the rim. Department of Transportation air inside the tire pressing (DOT) Motor Vehicle Safety outward on each square inch of Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire Standards. The DOT code the tire. Air pressure is in which the plies are laid at includes the Tire Identification expressed in kPa (kilopascal) alternate angles less than Number (TIN), an alphanumeric or psi (pounds per square inch). 90 degrees to the centerline of designator which can also the tread. identify the tire manufacturer, Accessory Weight: The Cold Tire Pressure: The production plant, brand, and combined weight of optional date of production. accessories. Some examples of amount of air pressure in a tire, optional accessories are measured in kPa (kilopascal) GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight or psi (pounds per square inch) Rating. See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-9. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (41,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Vehicle Care 10-41
GAWR FRT: Gross Axle Weight Maximum Inflation Pressure: Outward Facing Sidewall: The Rating for the front axle. See The maximum air pressure to side of an asymmetrical tire that Vehicle Load Limits on which a cold tire can be inflated. has a particular side that faces page 9-9. The maximum air pressure is outward when mounted on a GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight molded onto the sidewall. vehicle. The side of the tire that Rating for the rear axle. See Maximum Load Rating: The contains a whitewall, bears Vehicle Load Limits on load rating for a tire at the white lettering, or bears page 9-9. maximum permissible inflation manufacturer, brand, and/or pressure for that tire. model name molding that is Intended Outboard Sidewall: higher or deeper than the same The side of an asymmetrical tire Maximum Loaded Vehicle moldings on the other sidewall that must always face outward Weight: The sum of curb of the tire. when mounted on a vehicle. weight, accessory weight, Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: A Kilopascal (kPa): The metric vehicle capacity weight, and production options weight. tire used on passenger cars and unit for air pressure. some light duty trucks and Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire: A Normal Occupant Weight: The multipurpose vehicles. tire used on light duty trucks and number of occupants a vehicle is designed to seat multiplied by Recommended Inflation some multipurpose passenger Pressure: Vehicle vehicles. 68 kg (150 lb). See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-9. manufacturer's recommended Load Index: An assigned tire inflation pressure as shown number ranging from 1 to 279 Occupant Distribution: on the tire placard. See Tire that corresponds to the load Designated seating positions. Pressure on page 10-42 and carrying capacity of a tire. Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-9. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (42,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
10-42 Vehicle Care
Radial Ply Tire: A pneumatic Treadwear Indicators: Narrow Vehicle Capacity Weight: The tire in which the ply cords that bands, sometimes called wear number of designated seating extend to the beads are laid at bars, that show across the tread positions multiplied by 90 degrees to the centerline of of a tire when only 1.6 mm 68 kg (150 lb) plus the rated the tread. (1/16 in) of tread remains. See cargo load. See Vehicle Load Rim: A metal support for a tire When It Is Time for New Tires Limits on page 9-9. and upon which the tire beads on page 10-50. Vehicle Maximum Load on the are seated. UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality Tire: Load on an individual tire Sidewall: The portion of a tire Grading Standards): A tire due to curb weight, accessory between the tread and the bead. information system that provides weight, occupant weight, and consumers with ratings for a cargo weight. Speed Rating: An tire's traction, temperature, and Vehicle Placard: A label alphanumeric code assigned to treadwear. Ratings are a tire indicating the maximum permanently attached to a determined by tire vehicle showing the vehicle speed at which a tire can manufacturers using operate. capacity weight and the original government testing procedures. equipment tire size and Traction: The friction between The ratings are molded into the recommended inflation pressure. sidewall of the tire. See Uniform the tire and the road surface. See “Tire and Loading Tire Quality Grading on The amount of grip provided. Information Label” under Vehicle page 10-52. Tread: The portion of a tire that Load Limits on page 9-9. comes into contact with the road. Tire Pressure Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate effectively. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (43,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Vehicle Care 10-43
The Tire and Loading How to Check { Caution Information label on the vehicle Use a good quality pocket-type Neither tire underinflation nor indicates the original equipment gauge to check tire pressure. overinflation is good. tires and the correct cold tire Proper tire inflation cannot be Underinflated tires, or tires inflation pressures. The determined by looking at the tire. that do not have enough air, recommended pressure is the Check the tire inflation pressure can result in: minimum air pressure needed to when the tires are cold, meaning support the vehicle's maximum the vehicle has not been driven . Tire overloading and load carrying capacity. See overheating which could for at least three hours or no Vehicle Load Limits on more than 1.6 km (1 mi). lead to a blowout. page 9-9. Remove the valve cap from the . Premature or How the vehicle is loaded irregular wear. tire valve stem. Press the tire affects vehicle handling and ride gauge firmly onto the valve to . Poor handling. comfort. Never load the vehicle get a pressure measurement. with more weight than it was . Reduced fuel economy. If the cold tire inflation pressure designed to carry. matches the recommended Overinflated tires, or tires that When to Check pressure on the Tire and have too much air, can Loading Information label, no Check the tires once a month or result in: further adjustment is necessary. more. Do not forget the compact . Unusual wear. If the inflation pressure is low, spare, if the vehicle has one. add air until the recommended . Poor handling. The cold compact spare tire pressure is reached. If the . pressure should be at 420 kPa Rough ride. inflation pressure is high, press (60 psi). See Compact Spare . on the metal stem in the center Needless damage from Tire on page 10-65. road hazards. of the tire valve to release air. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (44,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
10-44 Vehicle Care
Recheck the tire pressure with tires of a different size than the size Please note that the TPMS is not a the tire gauge. indicated on the vehicle placard or substitute for proper tire tire inflation pressure label, you maintenance, and it is the driver's Return the valve caps on the should determine the proper tire responsibility to maintain correct tire valve stems to prevent leaks inflation pressure for those tires.) pressure, even if under-inflation has and keep out dirt and moisture. As an added safety feature, your not reached the level to trigger vehicle has been equipped with a illumination of the TPMS low tire Tire Pressure Monitor tire pressure monitoring system pressure telltale. System (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire Your vehicle has also been pressure telltale when one or more equipped with a TPMS malfunction The Tire Pressure Monitor System of your tires is significantly indicator to indicate when the (TPMS) uses radio and sensor under-inflated. system is not operating properly. technology to check tire pressure The TPMS malfunction indicator is levels. The TPMS sensors monitor Accordingly, when the low tire combined with the low tire pressure the air pressure in your tires and pressure telltale illuminates, you telltale. When the system detects a transmit tire pressure readings to a should stop and check your tires as malfunction, the telltale will flash for receiver located in the vehicle. soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a approximately one minute and then Each tire, including the spare (if significantly under-inflated tire remain continuously illuminated. provided), should be checked causes the tire to overheat and can This sequence will continue upon monthly when cold and inflated to lead to tire failure. Under-inflation subsequent vehicle start-ups as the inflation pressure recommended also reduces fuel efficiency and tire long as the malfunction exists. by the vehicle manufacturer on the tread life, and may affect the vehicle placard or tire inflation vehicle's handling and stopping pressure label. (If your vehicle has ability. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (45,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Vehicle Care 10-45
When the malfunction indicator is condition exists. TPMS sensors are A message to check the pressure in illuminated, the system may not be mounted onto each tire and wheel a specific tire displays in the Driver able to detect or signal low tire assembly, excluding the spare tire Information Center (DIC). The low pressure as intended. TPMS and wheel assembly, if the vehicle tire pressure warning light and the malfunctions may occur for a variety has one. The TPMS sensors DIC warning message come on at of reasons, including the installation monitor the air pressure in the tires each ignition cycle until the tires are of replacement or alternate tires or and transmits the tire pressure inflated to the correct inflation wheels on the vehicle that prevent readings to a receiver located in the pressure. Using the DIC, tire the TPMS from functioning properly. vehicle. pressure levels can be viewed. For Always check the TPMS malfunction additional information and details telltale after replacing one or more about the DIC operation and tires or wheels on your vehicle to displays see Driver Information ensure that the replacement or Center (DIC) on page 5-23 and Tire alternate tires and wheels allow the Messages on page 5-36. TPMS to continue to function The low tire pressure warning light properly. may come on in cool weather when See Tire Pressure Monitor When a low tire pressure condition the vehicle is first started, and then Operation on page 10-45. is detected, the TPMS illuminates turn off as the vehicle is driven. This the low tire pressure warning light See Radio Frequency Statement on could be an early indicator that the located on the instrument cluster. page 13-12. air pressure is getting low and If the warning light comes on, stop needs to be inflated to the proper as soon as possible and inflate the pressure. Tire Pressure Monitor tires to the recommended pressure Operation shown on the tire loading information label. See Vehicle Load This vehicle may have a Tire Limits on page 9-9. Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). The TPMS is designed to warn the driver when a low tire pressure Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (46,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
10-46 Vehicle Care
A Tire and Loading Information label TPMS sensor. The malfunction shows the size of the original Caution (Continued) light and DIC message should equipment tires and the correct go off after the road tire is inflation pressure for the tires when the GM approved tire sealant replaced and the sensor they are cold. See Vehicle Load available through your dealer or matching process is performed Limits on page 9-9, for an example included in the vehicle. successfully. See "TPMS Sensor of the Tire and Loading Information Matching Process" later in this label and its location. Also see Tire TPMS Malfunction Light and section. Pressure on page 10-42. Message . The TPMS sensor matching The TPMS can warn about a low The TPMS will not function properly process was not done or not tire pressure condition but it does if one or more of the TPMS sensors completed successfully after not replace normal tire are missing or inoperable. When the rotating the tires. The maintenance. See Tire Inspection system detects a malfunction, the malfunction light and the DIC on page 10-48, Tire Rotation on low tire warning light flashes for message should go off after page 10-48 and Tires on about one minute and then stays on successfully completing the page 10-35. for the remainder of the ignition sensor matching process. See cycle. A DIC warning message "TPMS Sensor Matching { Caution displays. The malfunction light and Process" later in this section. DIC warning message come on at . One or more TPMS sensors are Tire sealant materials are not all each ignition cycle until the problem missing or damaged. The the same. A non-approved tire is corrected. Some of the conditions malfunction light and the DIC sealant could damage the TPMS that can cause these to come message should go off when the sensors. TPMS sensor damage on are: TPMS sensors are installed and caused by using an incorrect tire . One of the road tires has been the sensor matching process is sealant is not covered by the replaced with the spare tire, performed successfully. See vehicle warranty. Always use only if your vehicle has one. The your dealer for service. (Continued) spare tire does not have a Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (47,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Vehicle Care 10-47
. Replacement tires or wheels do performed after replacing a spare The TPMS sensor matching process not match the original equipment tire with a road tire containing the is outlined below: tires or wheels. Tires and wheels TPMS sensor. The malfunction 1. Set the parking brake. other than those recommended light and the DIC message should could prevent the TPMS from go off at the next ignition cycle. 2. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with functioning properly. See Buying The sensors are matched to the the engine off. New Tires on page 10-50. tire/wheel positions, using a 3. Press the Remote Keyless Entry . TPMS relearn tool, in the following Operating electronic devices or (RKE) transmitter's and K order: driver side front tire, Q being near facilities using radio buttons at the same time for wave frequencies similar to the passenger side front tire, passenger side rear tire, and driver side rear. approximately five seconds. The TPMS could cause the TPMS horn sounds twice to signal the sensors to malfunction. See your dealer for service or to purchase a relearn tool. A TPMS receiver is in relearn mode and If the TPMS is not functioning relearn tool can also be purchased. TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE properly, it cannot detect or signal a See Tire Pressure Monitor message displays on the DIC low tire condition. See your dealer Sensor Activation Tool at screen. for service if the TPMS malfunction www.gmtoolsandequipment.com 4. Start with the driver side light and DIC message comes on or call 1-800-GM TOOLS front tire. and stays on. (1-800-468-6657). 5. Place the relearn tool against TPMS Sensor Matching There are two minutes to match the the tire sidewall, near the valve Process first tire/wheel position, and stem. Then press the button to Each TPMS sensor has a unique five minutes overall to match all four activate the TPMS sensor. identification code. The identification tire/wheel positions. If it takes A horn chirp confirms that the code needs to be matched to a new longer, the matching process stops sensor identification code has tire/wheel position after rotating the and must be restarted. been matched to this tire and tires or replacing one or more of the wheel position. TPMS sensors. The TPMS sensor matching process should also be Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (48,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
10-48 Vehicle Care
6. Proceed to the passenger side Tire Inspection . The tire has a puncture, cut, front tire, and repeat the or other damage that cannot procedure in Step 5. We recommend that the tires, be repaired well because of including the spare tire, if the 7. Proceed to the passenger side the size or location of the rear tire, and repeat the vehicle has one, be inspected damage. procedure in Step 5. for signs of wear or damage at least once a month. 8. Proceed to the driver side rear Tire Rotation tire, and repeat the procedure in Replace the tire if: Tires should be rotated every Step 5. The horn sounds two . The indicators at three or 12 000 km (7,500 mi). See times to indicate the sensor more places around the tire Maintenance Schedule on identification code has been page 11-3. matched to the driver side rear can be seen. tire, and the TPMS sensor . There is cord or fabric Tires are rotated to achieve a matching process is no longer showing through the tire's uniform wear for all tires. The active. The TIRE LEARNING rubber. first rotation is the most ACTIVE message on the DIC important. display screen goes off. . The tread or sidewall is 9. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. cracked, cut, or snagged deep enough to show cord or 10. Set all four tires to the fabric. recommended air pressure level as indicated on the Tire . The tire has a bump, bulge, and Loading Information label. or split. 11. Put the valve caps back on the valve stems. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (49,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Vehicle Care 10-49
Anytime unusual wear is If the vehicle has a compact noticed, rotate the tires as soon spare tire, do not include it in the { Warning as possible, check for proper tire tire rotation. Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the inflation pressure, and check for Adjust the front and rear tires to parts to which it is fastened, can damaged tires or wheels. If the the recommended inflation make wheel nuts become loose unusual wear continues after the pressure on the Tire and after time. The wheel could come rotation, check the wheel Loading Information label after off and cause an accident. When alignment. See When It Is Time the tires have been rotated. See changing a wheel, remove any for New Tires on page 10-50 Tire Pressure on page 10-42 rust or dirt from places where the and Wheel Replacement on and Vehicle Load Limits on wheel attaches to the vehicle. In page 10-54. page 9-9. an emergency, a cloth or a paper towel can be used; however, use Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor a scraper or wire brush later to System. See Tire Pressure remove all rust or dirt. Monitor Operation on page 10-45. Lightly coat the center of the Check that all wheel nuts are wheel hub with wheel bearing properly tightened. See “Wheel grease after a wheel change or Nut Torque” under Capacities tire rotation to prevent corrosion and Specifications on or rust build-up. Do not get page 12-2. grease on the flat wheel mounting surface or on the wheel nuts or bolts. Use this rotation pattern when rotating the tires. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (50,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
10-50 Vehicle Care
Check that the spare tire, if the Treadwear indicators are one way to Vehicle Storage tell when it is time for new tires. vehicle has one, is stored Tires age when stored normally Treadwear indicators appear when properly. Push, pull, and then try mounted on a parked vehicle. Park the tires have only 1.6 mm (1/16 in) to rotate or turn the tire. If it a vehicle that will be stored for at or less of tread remaining. See Tire moves, tighten the cable. See least a month in a cool, dry, clean Inspection on page 10-48 and Tire area away from direct sunlight to Tire Changing on page 10-57. Rotation on page 10-48. slow aging. This area should be free When It Is Time for New The rubber in tires ages over time. of grease, gasoline, or other This also applies to the spare tire, substances that can deteriorate Tires if the vehicle has one, even if it is rubber. never used. Multiple factors Factors such as maintenance, Parking for an extended period can including temperatures, loading temperatures, driving speeds, cause flat spots on the tires that conditions, and inflation pressure vehicle loading, and road conditions may result in vibrations while maintenance affect how fast aging affect the wear rate of the tires. driving. When storing a vehicle for takes place. GM recommends that at least a month, remove the tires or tires, including the spare if raise the vehicle to reduce the equipped, be replaced after six weight from the tires. years, regardless of tread wear. The tire manufacture date is the last four digits of the DOT Tire Identification Buying New Tires Number (TIN) which is molded into GM has developed and matched one side of the tire sidewall. The specific tires for the vehicle. The first two digits represent the week original equipment tires installed (01–52) and the last two digits, the year. For example, the third week of were designed to meet General the year 2010 would have a Motors Tire Performance four-digit DOT date of 0310. Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) system rating. When Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (51,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Vehicle Care 10-51
replacement tires are needed, Braking and handling GM strongly recommends performance may be adversely { Warning buying tires with the same TPC affected if all the tires are not Tires could explode during Spec rating. replaced at the same time. improper service. Attempting GM's exclusive TPC Spec If proper rotation and to mount or dismount a tire system considers over a dozen maintenance have been done, could cause injury or death. critical specifications that impact all four tires should wear out at Only your dealer or authorized the overall performance of the about the same time. See Tire tire service center should vehicle, including brake system Rotation on page 10-48. mount or dismount the tires. performance, ride and handling, However, if it is necessary to traction control, and tire replace only one axle set of worn tires, place the new tires pressure monitoring { Warning performance. GM's TPC Spec on the rear axle. number is molded onto the tire's Winter tires with the same speed Mixing tires of different sizes, sidewall near the tire size. If the rating as the original equipment brands, or types may cause tires have an all-season tread tires may not be available for H, loss of control of the vehicle, design, the TPC Spec number V, W, Y and ZR speed rated resulting in a crash or other will be followed by MS for mud tires. Never exceed the winter vehicle damage. Use the and snow. See Tire Sidewall tires’ maximum speed capability correct size, brand, and type Labeling on page 10-37. when using winter tires with a of tires on all wheels. GM recommends replacing worn lower speed rating. tires in complete sets of four. Uniform tread depth on all tires will help to maintain the performance of the vehicle. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (52,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
10-52 Vehicle Care
The Tire and Loading { Warning Information label indicates the { Warning Using bias-ply tires on the original equipment tires on the If different sized wheels are used, vehicle may cause the wheel vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits there may not be an acceptable rim flanges to develop cracks on page 9-9. level of performance and safety if after many miles of driving. tires not recommended for those A tire and/or wheel could fail Different Size Tires and wheels are selected. This suddenly and cause a crash. Wheels increases the chance of a crash and serious injury. Only use GM Use only radial-ply tires with If wheels or tires are installed that specific wheel and tire systems the wheels on the vehicle. are a different size than the original developed for the vehicle, and equipment wheels and tires, vehicle have them properly installed by a If the vehicle tires must be performance, including its braking, ride and handling characteristics, GM certified technician. replaced with a tire that does not stability, and resistance to rollover have a TPC Spec number, make may be affected. If the vehicle has See Buying New Tires on sure they are the same size, electronic systems such as antilock page 10-50 and Accessories and load range, speed rating, and brakes, rollover airbags, traction Modifications on page 10-3. construction (radial) as the control, electronic stability control, original tires. or All-Wheel Drive, the performance Uniform Tire Quality of these systems can also be Vehicles that have a tire affected. Grading pressure monitoring system The following information relates could give an inaccurate to the system developed by the low-pressure warning if non-TPC United States National Highway Spec rated tires are installed. Traffic Safety Administration See Tire Pressure Monitor (NHTSA), which grades tires by System on page 10-44. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (53,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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treadwear, traction, and Quality grades can be found their use, however, and may temperature performance. This where applicable on the tire depart significantly from the applies only to vehicles sold in sidewall between tread shoulder norm due to variations in driving the United States. The grades and maximum section width. For habits, service practices and are molded on the sidewalls of example: differences in road most passenger car tires. The characteristics and climate. Treadwear 200 Traction AA Uniform Tire Quality Grading Temperature A Traction (UTQG) system does not apply to deep tread, winter tires, All Passenger Car Tires Must The traction grades, from compact spare tires, tires with Conform to Federal Safety highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, nominal rim diameters of Requirements In Addition To and C. Those grades represent 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), These Grades. the tire's ability to stop on wet or to some limited-production Treadwear pavement as measured under tires. controlled conditions on The treadwear grade is a specified government test While the tires available on comparative rating based on the surfaces of asphalt and General Motors passenger cars wear rate of the tire when tested concrete. A tire marked C may and light trucks may vary with under controlled conditions on a have poor traction performance. respect to these grades, they specified government test Warning: The traction grade must also conform to federal course. For example, a tire assigned to this tire is based on safety requirements and graded 150 would wear one and straight-ahead braking traction additional General Motors Tire one-half (1½) times as well on tests, and does not include Performance Criteria (TPC) the government course as a tire acceleration, cornering, standards. graded 100. The relative hydroplaning, or peak traction performance of tires depends characteristics. upon the actual conditions of Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (54,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Temperature overloaded. Excessive speed, Wheel Replacement underinflation, or excessive The temperature grades are A Replace any wheel that is bent, (the highest), B, and C, loading, either separately or in cracked, or badly rusted or representing the tire's resistance combination, can cause heat corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming to the generation of heat and its buildup and possible tire failure. loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and ability to dissipate heat when wheel nuts should be replaced. tested under controlled Wheel Alignment and Tire If the wheel leaks air, replace it. conditions on a specified indoor Balance Some aluminum wheels can be repaired. See your dealer if any of laboratory test wheel. Sustained The tires and wheels were aligned these conditions exist. high temperature can cause the and balanced at the factory to material of the tire to degenerate provide the longest tire life and best Your dealer will know the kind of and reduce tire life, and overall performance. Adjustments to wheel that is needed. excessive temperature can lead wheel alignment and tire balancing Each new wheel should have the to sudden tire failure. The grade are not necessary on a regular same load-carrying capacity, C corresponds to a level of basis. Consider an alignment check diameter, width, offset, and be if there is unusual tire wear or the performance which all mounted the same way as the one it vehicle is significantly pulling to one replaces. passenger car tires must meet side or the other. Some slight pull to under the Federal Motor Safety the left or right, depending on the Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor Standard No. 109. Grades B and crown of the road and/or other road A represent higher levels of surface variations such as troughs System (TPMS) sensors with new performance on the laboratory or ruts, is normal. If the vehicle is GM original equipment parts. test wheel than the minimum vibrating when driving on a smooth required by law. Warning: The road, the tires and wheels may need temperature grade for this tire is to be rebalanced. See your dealer established for a tire that is for proper diagnosis. properly inflated and not Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (55,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Used Replacement Wheels { Warning Warning (Continued)
Using the wrong replacement { Warning parts. The area damaged by the wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel tire chains could cause loss of Replacing a wheel with a used nuts can be dangerous. It could control and a crash. one is dangerous. How it has affect the braking and handling of been used or how far it has been Use another type of traction the vehicle. Tires can lose air, driven may be unknown. It could device only if its manufacturer and cause loss of control, causing fail suddenly and cause a crash. recommends it for the vehicle's a crash. Always use the correct When replacing wheels, use a tire size combination and road wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel new GM original equipment conditions. Follow that nuts for replacement. wheel. manufacturer's instructions. To avoid vehicle damage, drive slow and readjust or remove the { Caution Tire Chains traction device if it contacts the vehicle. Do not spin the wheels. The wrong wheel can also cause { Warning If traction devices are used, install problems with bearing life, brake them on the front tires. cooling, speedometer or Do not use tire chains. There is odometer calibration, headlamp not enough clearance. Tire chains aim, bumper height, vehicle used on a vehicle without the ground clearance, and tire or tire proper amount of clearance can chain clearance to the body and cause damage to the brakes, chassis. suspension, or other vehicle (Continued) Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (56,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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If a Tire Goes Flat A rear blowout, particularly on a curve, acts much like a skid and { Warning It is unusual for a tire to blow out may require the same correction as while driving, especially if the tires used in a skid. Stop pressing the Lifting a vehicle and getting under are maintained properly. See Tires accelerator pedal and steer to it to do maintenance or repairs is on page 10-35. If air goes out of a straighten the vehicle. It may be dangerous without the tire, it is much more likely to leak very bumpy and noisy. Gently brake appropriate safety equipment and out slowly. But if there ever is a to a stop, well off the road, training. If a jack is provided with blowout, here are a few tips about if possible. the vehicle, it is designed only for what to expect and what to do: changing a flat tire. If it is used for If a front tire fails, the flat tire { Warning anything else, you or others could creates a drag that pulls the vehicle be badly injured or killed if the toward that side. Take your foot off Driving on a flat tire will cause vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack the accelerator pedal and grip the permanent damage to the tire. is provided with the vehicle, only steering wheel firmly. Steer to Re-inflating a tire after it has been use it for changing a flat tire. maintain lane position, and then driven on while severely gently brake to a stop, well off the underinflated or flat may cause a If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire road, if possible. blowout and a serious crash. and wheel damage by driving slowly Never attempt to re-inflate a tire to a level place, well off the road, that has been driven on while if possible. Turn on the hazard severely underinflated or flat. warning flashers. See Hazard Have your dealer or an authorized Warning Flashers on page 6-3. tire service center repair or replace the flat tire as soon as possible. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (57,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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When the vehicle has a flat tire (2), { Warning use the following example as a guide to assist in the placement of Changing a tire can be the wheel blocks (1), if equipped. dangerous. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over or fall causing injury or death. Find a level place to change the tire. To help prevent the vehicle from moving: 1. Set the parking brake firmly. 2. Put an automatic transmission in P (Park) or a 1. Tool Bag manual transmission in 2. Wing Bolt 1. Wheel Block (If Equipped) 1 (First) or R (Reverse). 3. Jack 2. Flat Tire 3. Turn off the engine and do 1. Open the jack storage The following information explains not restart while the vehicle compartment by pulling on the how to repair or change a tire. is raised. latch tab, located toward the rear 4. Do not allow passengers to Tire Changing of the vehicle, and pulling the remain in the vehicle. cover off. 5. Place wheel blocks, Removing Tools 2. Remove the wing bolt (2) by if equipped, on both sides of The tools needed to remove the turning it counterclockwise. the tire at the opposite spare tire are located in the storage 3. Push the jack (3) up out of the corner of the tire being compartment on the driver side, at holding bracket and remove the changed. the rear of the vehicle. tool bag (1). Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (58,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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4. Turn the jack on its side, with the Removing the Spare Tire 1. Open the storage compartment bottom facing toward you. door of the convenience The compact spare tire is located center (1) that is nearest the 5. Pull the jack straight out, bottom under the vehicle, in front of the rear liftgate. first. bumper. See Compact Spare Tire on page 10-65 for more information. 2. Open the carpet cutout (3) that is located through the hole of the storage compartment. 3. Attach the wrench (2) into the hoist shaft (4). 4. Turn the wrench (2) counterclockwise to lower the spare tire (5) to the ground. Continue turning the wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle.
1. Jack 2. Wrench (Three-Piece Shown, 1. Rear Convenience Center One-Piece Similar) 2. Wrench (Three-Piece Shown, The tools you will be using include One-Piece Similar) the jack (1) and wrench (2). 3. Carpet Cutout 4. Hoist Shaft 5. Compact Spare Tire 6. Retainer Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (59,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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5. Tilt the retainer and slip it 2. If the vehicle has a wheel cover, through the wheel opening to loosen the plastic nut caps with remove the spare tire from the the wheel wrench. They will not cable. come off. Then, using the flat 6. Turn the wrench clockwise to end of the wheel wrench, pry raise the cable back up after along the edge of the cover until removing the spare tire. it comes off. Be careful; the edges may be sharp. Do not try Do not store a full-size or a flat to remove the cover with your road tire under the vehicle. See bare hands. “Storing the Spare Tire” and Store the wheel cover securely “Storing the Flat Tire” later in this section. in the rear of the vehicle until you have the flat tire repaired or 3. Loosen the wheel nuts — but do Removing the Flat Tire and replaced. not remove them — using the Installing the Spare Tire If the vehicle has aluminum wrench. For wheels with a wheel lock key, use the wheel lock key 1. Do a safety check before wheels, remove the wheel nut between the lock nut and proceeding. See If a Tire Goes caps using the wheel wrench. wrench. The key is supplied in Flat on page 10-56 for more the front passenger door pocket. information. { Caution
If this vehicle has wheel locks and an impact wrench is used to remove the wheel nuts, the lock nut or wheel lock key could be (Continued) Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (60,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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5. Attach the wrench to the jack, Caution (Continued) and turn the wrench clockwise to raise the jack head 7.6 cm (3 in). damaged. Do not use an impact wrench to remove the wheel nuts 6. Do not raise the vehicle yet. Put if this vehicle has wheel locks. the compact spare tire near you.
{ Warning
Getting under a vehicle when it is lifted on a jack is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or Triangle Shown, Without Similar killed. Never get under a vehicle The triangle may be located when it is supported only by 4. To identify the appropriate near each wheel on the vehicle's a jack. jacking location, find the triangle exterior. or rectangular notch about 30.5 cm (12 in) from the front tire { Caution or about 27 cm (10.5 in) from the { Warning rear tire. If a jack is used to raise the Raising the vehicle with the jack vehicle without positioning it improperly positioned can correctly, the vehicle could be damage the vehicle and even damaged. When raising the make the vehicle fall. To help vehicle on a jack, avoid contact avoid personal injury and vehicle with the rear axle control arms. (Continued) Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (61,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued)
damage, be sure to fit the jack lift changing a wheel, remove any head into the proper location rust or dirt from places where the before raising the vehicle. wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, a cloth or a paper 7. Raise the vehicle by turning the towel can be used; however, use wrench clockwise in the jack. a scraper or wire brush later to Raise the vehicle far enough off remove all rust or dirt. the ground so that there is enough room for the spare tire to fit under the wheel well. 9. Remove the plastic spare tire { Warning 8. Remove all the wheel nuts and heat shield by pulling the rubber the flat tire. latch. Store the plastic spare tire Never use oil or grease on bolts heat shield. See “Storing the or nuts because the nuts might Spare Tire” later in this section come loose. The vehicle's wheel for more information. could fall off, causing a crash.
{ Warning 10. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the surfaces, and spare wheel. parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose 11. Place the spare tire on the after time. The wheel could come wheel mounting surface. off and cause an accident. When 12. Put the nuts on by hand by (Continued) turning them clockwise until the wheel is held against the Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (62,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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mounting surface. Make sure 14. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in the rounded end is toward the { Caution a crisscross sequence, as wheel. shown. Improperly tightened wheel nuts 13. Lower the vehicle by attaching can lead to brake pulsation and the wrench to the jack and rotor damage. To avoid expensive { Caution turning the wrench brake repairs, evenly tighten the Wheel covers will not fit on the counterclockwise. Lower the wheel nuts in the proper jack completely. vehicle's compact spare. If you try sequence and to the proper to put a wheel cover on the torque specification. See { Warning compact spare, the cover or the Capacities and Specifications on spare could be damaged. page 12-2 for the wheel nut Wheel nuts that are improperly or torque specification. incorrectly tightened can cause Storing the Spare Tire the wheels to become loose or come off. The wheel nuts should { Warning be tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification The underbody-mounted spare after replacing. Follow the torque tire needs to be stored with the specification supplied by the valve stem pointing down. If the aftermarket manufacturer when spare tire is stored with the valve using accessory locking wheel stem pointing upwards, the nuts. See Capacities and secondary latch will not work Specifications on page 12-2 for properly and the spare tire could original equipment wheel nut loosen and suddenly fall from the torque specifications. vehicle. If this happened when (Continued) Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (63,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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2. Reinstall the plastic spare tire Warning (Continued) heat shield on the compact spare tire. the vehicle was being driven, the tire might contact a person or 3. Slide the cable retainer through another vehicle, causing injury the center of the wheel and start and damage to itself. Be sure the to raise the compact spare tire. underbody-mounted spare tire is Make sure the retainer is fully stored with the valve stem seated across the underside of pointing down. the wheel. 4. When the compact spare tire is almost in the stored position, { Warning turn the tire so the valve is 6. Make sure the tire is stored toward the rear of the vehicle. securely. Push, pull, and then try Storing a jack, a tire, or other This position helps when to turn the tire. If the tire moves, equipment in the passenger checking the air pressure in the use the wrench to tighten the compartment of the vehicle could compact spare tire. cable. cause injury. In a sudden stop or 5. Raise the tire fully against the collision, loose equipment could underside of the vehicle. strike someone. Store all these in Continue turning the wrench until the proper place. you feel more than two clicks. This indicates that the compact To store the spare tire: spare tire is secure and the cable is tight. The spare tire 1. Lay the compact spare tire near hoist cannot be overtightened. the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem down. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (64,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Storing the Flat Tire 3. Put the flat tire in the rear 7. Pull on the cable to make sure it storage area with the valve stem is secure. pointing toward the rear of the vehicle. 4. Pull the cable (1) through the door striker (5), the center of the wheel (4), and the plastic spare tire heat shield (3), as shown.
1. Cable 2. Liftgate Hinges 8. Make sure the metal tube is 3. Spare Tire Heat Shield centered at the striker. Push the tube toward the front of the 4. Center of the Wheel vehicle. 5. Door Striker 9. Close the liftgate and make sure 1. Remove the cable package from it is latched properly. the jack storage area. 5. Hook the cable onto the outside 2. Remove the small center cap by portion of the liftgate hinges (2). tapping the back of the cap with 6. Hook the other end of the cable the extension of the shaft, if the onto the outside portion of the vehicle has aluminum wheels. liftgate hinge on the other side of the vehicle. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (65,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Storing the Tools 3. Turn the jack (3) on its side and Compact Spare Tire place down on the holding bracket. { Warning 4. Reinstall the wing bolt (2) by turning clockwise. Driving with more than one 5. To replace the cover, line up the compact spare tire at a time could tab at the front of the cover with result in loss of braking and the notch in the cover opening. handling. This could lead to a Push the cover in place and crash and you or others could be make sure that the rear clips are injured. Use only one compact in the slots and push the cover spare tire at a time. closed. Store the center cap or the plastic If this vehicle has a compact spare bolt-on wheel covers until a full size tire, it was fully inflated when new; 1. Tool Bag tire is put back on the vehicle. When however, it can lose air over time. 2. Wing Bolt you replace the compact spare with Check the inflation pressure 3. Jack a full-size tire, reinstall the bolt-on regularly. It should be 420 kPa Put back all tools as they were wheel covers or the center cap. (60 psi). stored in the jack storage Hand-tighten them over the wheel Stop as soon as possible and check compartment and put the nuts, using the wrench. that the spare tire is correctly compartment cover back on. inflated after being installed on the 1. Ensure that the bottom of the vehicle. The compact spare tire is jack is facing toward you. designed for temporary use only. The vehicle will perform differently 2. Replace the tool bag (1). with the spare tire installed and it is recommended that the vehicle speed be limited to 80 km/h Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (66,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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(50 mph). To conserve the tread of Jump Starting the spare tire, have the standard tire { Caution repaired or replaced as soon as For more information about the convenient and return the spare tire When the compact spare is vehicle battery, see Battery on to the storage area. installed, do not take the vehicle page 10-22. through an automatic car wash When using a compact spare tire, with guide rails. The compact If the vehicle battery has run down, the ABS and Traction Control spare can get caught on the rails you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to systems may engage until the spare which can damage the tire, wheel, tire is recognized by the vehicle, start your vehicle. Be sure to use and other parts of the vehicle. especially on slippery roads. Adjust the following steps to do it safely. driving to reduce possible wheel slip. Do not use the compact spare on { Warning Performance of the All-Wheel other vehicles. Drive (AWD) system will be Do not mix the compact spare tire or Batteries can hurt you. They can automatically reduced to protect the wheel with other wheels or tires. be dangerous because: system when using the compact They will not fit. Keep the spare tire . They contain acid that can spare. To restore the AWD and and its wheel together. burn you. prevent excessive wear on the . They contain gas that can clutch in the AWD, replace the { Caution explode or ignite. compact spare tire with a full-size tire as soon as possible. Tire chains will not fit the compact . They contain enough spare. Using them can damage electricity to burn you. the vehicle and the chains. Do not If you do not follow these steps use tire chains on the compact exactly, some or all of these spare. things can hurt you. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (67,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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2. Get the vehicles close enough { Caution so the jumper cables can reach, { Caution but be sure the vehicles are not Ignoring these steps could result touching each other. If they are, If any accessories are left on or in costly damage to the vehicle it could cause a ground plugged in during the jump that would not be covered by the connection you do not want. You starting procedure, they could be vehicle warranty. Trying to start would not be able to start your damaged. The repairs would not the vehicle by pushing or pulling it vehicle, and the bad grounding be covered by the vehicle will not work, and it could damage could damage the electrical warranty. Whenever possible, turn the vehicle. systems. off or unplug all accessories on either vehicle when jump starting. To avoid the possibility of the 1. Check the other vehicle. It must vehicles rolling, set the parking have a 12-volt battery with a brake firmly on both vehicles 3. Turn off the ignition on both negative ground system. involved in the jump start vehicles. Unplug unnecessary procedure. Put an automatic accessories plugged into the { Caution transmission in P (Park) or a cigarette lighter or the accessory manual transmission in Neutral power outlets. Turn off the radio If the other vehicle does not have before setting the parking brake. and all lamps that are not a 12-volt system with a negative If one of the vehicles is a needed. This will avoid sparks ground, both vehicles can be four-wheel-drive vehicle, be sure and help save both batteries. damaged. Only use a vehicle that the transfer case is not in And it could save the radio! has a 12-volt system with a Neutral. negative ground for jump starting. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (68,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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4. Open the hoods and locate the battery and maybe other parts positive (+) and negative (−) { Warning too. And do not connect the terminal locations on the other negative (−) cable to the vehicle. Your vehicle has a Fans or other moving engine negative (−) terminal on the dead remote positive (+) and a remote parts can injure you badly. Keep battery because this can cause negative (−) jump starting your hands away from moving sparks. terminal. See Engine parts once the engine is running. Compartment Overview on page 10-5 for the terminal 5. Check that the jumper cables do locations. not have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could { Warning get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged too. Using a match near a battery can Before you connect the cables, cause battery gas to explode. here are some basic things you People have been hurt doing this, should know. Positive (+) will go and some have been blinded. to positive (+) or to a remote Use a flashlight if you need more positive (+) terminal if the vehicle light. has one. Negative (−) will go to a Battery fluid contains acid that heavy, unpainted metal engine 6. Connect the red positive (+) can burn you. Do not get it on part or to a remote negative (−) cable to the positive (+) terminal you. If you accidentally get it in terminal if the vehicle has one. of the dead battery. your eyes or on your skin, flush Do not connect positive (+) to Use a remote positive (+) the place with water and get negative (−) or you will get a terminal if the vehicle has one. medical help immediately. short that would damage the Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (69,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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7. Do not let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the { Caution positive (+) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote If the jumper cables are positive (+) terminal if the vehicle connected or removed in the has one. wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and damage the 8. Now connect the black vehicle. The repairs would not be negative (−) cable to the covered by the vehicle warranty. negative (−) terminal of the good Always connect and remove the battery. Use a remote jumper cables in the correct order, negative (−) terminal if the vehicle has one. making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other 9. Connect the other end of the Do not let the other end touch metal. anything until the next step. The negative (−) cable to the remote other end of the negative (−) negative (−) terminal of the dead cable does not go to the dead battery. Jumper Cable Removal battery. It goes to a heavy, Your vehicle has a remote Reverse the sequence exactly when unpainted metal engine part, negative (−) terminal for this removing the jumper cables. or to a remote negative (−) purpose. terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery. 10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while. 11. Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery. If it will not start after a few tries, it probably needs service. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (70,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Towing the Vehicle of recreational vehicle towing are . If the vehicle is ready to be known as dinghy towing and dolly towed. Just as preparing the towing. Dinghy towing is towing the vehicle for a long trip, make sure { Caution vehicle with all four wheels on the the vehicle is prepared to be ground. Dolly towing is towing the towed. Incorrectly towing a disabled vehicle with two wheels on the Dinghy Towing vehicle may cause damage. The ground and two wheels up on a damage would not be covered by device known as a dolly. the vehicle warranty. Here are some important things to consider before recreational vehicle Have the vehicle towed on a flatbed towing: car carrier or a wheel lift tow truck. . If a wheel lift tow truck is used, the The towing capacity of the drive wheels cannot contact the towing vehicle. Be sure to read road while the vehicle is being the tow vehicle manufacturer's towed. A wheel dolly must be used recommendations. to lift all drive wheels off the ground. . How far the vehicle will be Consult your dealer or a towed. Some vehicles have professional towing service if the restrictions on how far and how long they can be towed. disabled vehicle must be towed. If the vehicle is front-wheel-drive, it . The proper towing equipment. can be dinghy towed from the front. Recreational Vehicle See your dealer or trailering These vehicles may also be towed Towing professional for additional advice by putting the front wheels on a and equipment dolly. See “Dolly Towing” later in this Recreational vehicle towing means recommendations. section. towing the vehicle behind another vehicle – such as behind a motor home. The two most common types Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (71,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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If the vehicle is all-wheel-drive, it 5. Shift the transmission to can be dinghy towed from the front. N (Neutral). { Caution These vehicles can also be towed 6. To prevent the battery from If 105 km/h (65 mph) is exceeded by placing them on a platform trailer draining while the vehicle is with all four wheels off of the while towing the vehicle, it could being towed, remove the 15 amp be damaged. Never exceed ground. These vehicles cannot be ECM fuse and the 15 amp towed using a dolly. 105 km/h (65 mph) while towing Onstar fuse. These are in the the vehicle. For vehicles being dinghy towed, battery compartment behind the the vehicle should be run at the passenger seat on the floor. beginning of each day and at each Also, remove the 50 amp BATT1 Once the destination is reached: RV fuel stop for about five minutes. fuse from the underhood fuse 1. Set the parking brake. This will ensure proper lubrication of block and store all fuses in a transmission components. Reinstall safe location. See Engine 2. Reinstall the fuses. the fuse to start the vehicle. Compartment Fuse Block on 3. Shift the transmission to To tow the vehicle from the front page 10-28. P (Park), turn the ignition to with all four wheels on the ground: 7. Release the parking brake. LOCK/OFF and remove the key from the ignition. 1. Position the vehicle to be towed, shift the transmission to { Caution 4. Disconnect the vehicle from the P (Park), and turn the ignition to towing vehicle. LOCK/OFF. If the vehicle is towed without performing each of the steps 2. Secure the vehicle to the towing { Caution listed under “Dinghy Towing,” the vehicle. automatic transmission could be Do not tow a vehicle with the front 3. Set the parking brake. damaged. Be sure to follow all drive wheels on the ground if one 4. Turn the ignition to ACC/ steps of the dinghy towing of the front tires is a compact ACCESSORY. procedure prior to and after spare tire. Towing with two towing the vehicle. (Continued) Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (72,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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a platform trailer with all four wheels 4. Clamp the steering wheel in a Caution (Continued) off of the ground or dinghy towed straight-ahead position with a from the front. clamping device designed for different tire sizes on the front of towing. the vehicle can cause severe Dolly Towing damage to the transmission. (Front-Wheel-Drive 5. Remove the key from the Vehicles Only) ignition. Dolly Towing (All-Wheel-Drive 6. Secure the vehicle to the dolly. Vehicles) 7. Release the parking brake. Towing the Vehicle From the Rear
To tow a front-wheel-drive vehicle from the front with two wheels on the ground: All-wheel-drive vehicles must not be towed with two wheels on the 1. Put the front wheels on a dolly. ground. To properly tow these 2. Move the shift lever to P (Park). vehicles, they should be placed on 3. Set the parking brake. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (73,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Appearance Care Caution (Continued) Exterior Care products can be obtained from your dealer. Follow all Locks manufacturer directions regarding Locks are lubricated at the factory. correct product usage, necessary Use a de-icing agent only when safety precautions, and absolutely necessary, and have the appropriate disposal of any locks greased after using. See vehicle care product. Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11-12. Washing the Vehicle { Caution { Caution To preserve the vehicle's finish, Avoid using high-pressure Towing the vehicle from the rear wash it often and out of direct washes closer than 30 cm (12 in) could damage it. Also, repairs sunlight. to the surface of the vehicle. Use would not be covered by the of power washers exceeding vehicle warranty. Never have the { Caution 8,274 kPa (1,200 psi) can result vehicle towed from the rear. Do not use petroleum-based, in damage or removal of paint acidic, or abrasive cleaning and decals. Do not tow the vehicle from the rear. agents as they can damage the vehicle's paint, metal, or plastic The e symbol is on any parts. If damage occurs, it would underhood compartment electrical not be covered by the vehicle center that should not be power warranty. Approved cleaning (Continued) Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (74,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
10-74 Vehicle Care
washed. This could cause damage calcium chloride and other salts, ice that would not be covered by the melting agents, road oil and tar, tree Caution (Continued) vehicle warranty. sap, bird droppings, chemicals from may damage it. Use only If using an automatic car wash, industrial chimneys, etc., can damage the vehicle's finish if they non-abrasive waxes and polishes follow the car wash instructions. The that are made for a basecoat/ windshield wiper and rear window remain on painted surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon as possible. clearcoat paint finish on the wiper, if equipped, must be off. vehicle. Remove any accessories that may If necessary, use non-abrasive be damaged or interfere with the car cleaners that are marked safe for wash equipment. painted surfaces to remove foreign To keep the paint finish looking new, matter. keep the vehicle garaged or Rinse the vehicle well, before covered whenever possible. washing and after, to remove all Occasional hand waxing or mild cleaning agents completely. If they polishing should be done to remove Protecting Exterior Bright Metal are allowed to dry on the surface, residue from the paint finish. See Moldings they could stain. your dealer for approved cleaning products. Dry the finish with a soft, clean { Caution chamois or an all-cotton towel to Do not apply waxes or polishes to avoid surface scratches and water uncoated plastic, vinyl, rubber, Failure to clean and protect the spotting. decals, simulated wood, or flat paint bright metal moldings can result as damage can occur. in a hazy white finish or pitting. Finish Care This damage would not be Application of aftermarket clearcoat { Caution covered by the vehicle warranty. sealant/wax materials is not recommended. If painted surfaces Machine compounding or are damaged, see your dealer to aggressive polishing on a have the damage assessed and basecoat/clearcoat paint finish repaired. Foreign materials such as (Continued) Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (75,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Vehicle Care 10-75
The bright metal moldings on the Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ . Aftermarket appearance caps or vehicle are aluminum or stainless Lenses, Emblems, Decals and covers while the lamps are steel. To prevent damage always Stripes illuminated, due to excessive follow these cleaning instructions: heat generated. Use only lukewarm or cold water, a . Be sure the molding is cool to soft cloth, and a car washing soap { Caution the touch before applying any to clean exterior lamps, lenses, cleaning solution. emblems, decals and stripes. Follow Failure to clean lamps properly . Use a cleaning solution instructions under "Washing the can cause damage to the lamp approved for aluminum or Vehicle" previously in this section. cover that would not be covered stainless steel. Some cleaners Lamp covers are made of plastic, by the vehicle warranty. are highly acidic or contain and some have a UV protective alkaline substances and can coating. Do not clean or wipe them damage the moldings. when dry. { Caution . Always dilute a concentrated Do not use any of the following on cleaner according to the lamp covers: Using wax on low gloss black manufacturer’s instructions. . Abrasive or caustic agents. finish stripes can increase the . Do not use chrome cleaners. gloss level and create a . Washer fluids and other cleaning non-uniform finish. Clean low . Do not use cleaners that are not agents in higher concentrations intended for automotive use. gloss stripes with soap and than suggested by the water only. . Use a nonabrasive wax on the manufacturer. vehicle after washing to protect . Solvents, alcohols, fuels, and extend the molding finish. or other harsh cleaners. Air Intakes . Ice scrapers or other hard items. Clear debris from the air intakes, between the hood and windshield when washing the vehicle. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (76,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
10-76 Vehicle Care
Windshield and Wiper Blades can be removed by rubbing with a clean cloth. See Recommended { Caution Clean the outside of the windshield Fluids and Lubricants on with glass cleaner. page 11-12. Chrome wheels and other chrome Clean rubber blades using a lint-free trim may be damaged if the cloth or paper towel soaked with Tires vehicle is not washed after driving windshield washer fluid or a mild Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to on roads that have been sprayed detergent. Wash the windshield clean the tires. with magnesium, calcium, thoroughly when cleaning the or sodium chloride. These blades. Bugs, road grime, sap, and { Caution chlorides are used on roads for a buildup of vehicle wash/wax conditions such as ice and dust. treatments may cause wiper Using petroleum-based tire Always wash the chrome with streaking. dressing products on the vehicle soap and water after exposure. Replace the wiper blades if they are may damage the paint finish and/ worn or damaged. Damage can be or tires. When applying a tire caused by extreme dusty dressing, always wipe off any { Caution conditions, sand, salt, heat, sun, overspray from all painted snow, and ice. surfaces on the vehicle. To avoid surface damage, do not Weatherstrips use strong soaps, chemicals, abrasive polishes, cleaners, Apply Dielectric silicone grease on Wheels and Trim — Aluminum or Chrome brushes, or cleaners that contain weatherstrips to make them last acid on aluminum or longer, seal better, and not stick or Use a soft, clean cloth with mild chrome-plated wheels. Use only squeak. Lubricate weatherstrips at soap and water to clean the wheels. approved cleaners. Also, never least once a year. Hot, dry climates After rinsing thoroughly with clean drive a vehicle with aluminum or may require more frequent water, dry with a soft, clean towel. chrome-plated wheels through an application. Black marks from A wax may then be applied. rubber material on painted surfaces (Continued) Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (77,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Vehicle Care 10-77
silicone grease on weatherstrips Finish Damage Caution (Continued) with a clean cloth will make them Quickly repair minor chips and last longer, seal better, and not stick scratches with touch-up materials automatic car wash that uses or squeak. silicone carbide tire cleaning available from your dealer to avoid brushes. Damage could occur Underbody Maintenance corrosion. Larger areas of finish and the repairs would not be damage can be corrected in your At least twice a year, spring and fall dealer's body and paint shop. covered by the vehicle warranty. use plain water to flush any corrosive materials from the Chemical Paint Spotting underbody. Take care to thoroughly Steering, Suspension, and Airborne pollutants can fall upon clean any areas where mud and Chassis Components and attack painted vehicle surfaces other debris can collect. Visually inspect steering, causing blotchy, ring-shaped suspension, and chassis Sheet Metal Damage discolorations, and small, irregular dark spots etched into the paint components for damaged, loose, If the vehicle is damaged and or missing parts or signs of wear at surface. See “Finish Care” requires sheet metal repair or previously in this section. least once a year. replacement, make sure the body Inspect power steering for proper repair shop applies anti-corrosion Interior Care hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, material to parts repaired or chafing, etc. replaced to restore corrosion To prevent dirt particle abrasions, protection. regularly clean the vehicle's interior. Visually check constant velocity joint Immediately remove any soils. Note boots and axle seals for leaks. Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion that newspapers or dark garments Body Component Lubrication protection while maintaining the that can transfer color to home vehicle warranty. furnishings can also permanently Lubricate all key lock cylinders, transfer color to the vehicle's hood hinges, liftgate hinges, steel interior. fuel door hinge, unless the components are plastic. Applying Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (78,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
10-78 Vehicle Care
Use a soft bristle brush to remove To prevent damage, do not clean Interior Glass dust from knobs and crevices on the the interior using the following To clean, use a terry cloth fabric instrument cluster. Using a mild cleaners or techniques: dampened with water. Wipe droplets soap solution, immediately remove . Never use a razor or any other left behind with a clean dry cloth. hand lotions, sunscreen, and insect sharp object to remove a soil Commercial glass cleaners may be repellent from all interior surfaces or from any interior surface. used, if necessary, after cleaning permanent damage may result. . Never use a brush with stiff the interior glass with plain water. Your dealer may have products for bristles. cleaning the interior. Use cleaners { Caution specifically designed for the . Never rub any surface surfaces being cleaned to prevent aggressively or with excessive To prevent scratching, never use permanent damage. Apply all pressure. abrasive cleaners on automotive cleaners directly to the cleaning . Do not use laundry detergents or glass. Abrasive cleaners or cloth. Do not spray cleaners directly dishwashing soaps with aggressive cleaning may damage on any switches or controls. degreasers. For liquid cleaners, the rear window defogger. Cleaners should be removed use approximately 20 drops per quickly. Never allow cleaners to 3.8 L (1 gal) of water. remain on the surface being A concentrated soap solution will Cleaning the windshield with water cleaned for extended periods leave a residue that creates during the first three to six months of time. streaks and attracts dirt. Do not of ownership will reduce tendency to fog. Cleaners may contain solvents that use solutions that contain strong can become concentrated in the or caustic soap. Speaker Covers interior. Before using cleaners, read . Do not heavily saturate the Vacuum around a speaker cover and adhere to all safety instructions upholstery when cleaning. on the label. While cleaning the gently, so that the speaker will not interior, maintain adequate . Do not use solvents or cleaners be damaged. Clean spots with just ventilation by opening the doors and containing solvents. water and mild soap. windows. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (79,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Vehicle Care 10-79
Coated Moldings To clean: cleaner or spot lifter. Test a small hidden area for colorfastness before Coated moldings should be cleaned. 1. Saturate a clean lint-free colorfast cloth with water. using a commercial upholstery . When lightly soiled, wipe with a Microfiber cloth is recommended cleaner or spot lifter. If ring sponge or soft lint-free cloth to prevent lint transfer to the formation occurs, clean the entire dampened with water. fabric or carpet. fabric or carpet. . When heavily soiled, use warm 2. Remove excess moisture by Following the cleaning process, a soapy water. gently wringing until water does paper towel can be used to blot excess moisture. Fabric/Carpet/Suede not drip from the cleaning cloth. Start by vacuuming the surface 3. Start on the outside edge of the Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces using a soft brush attachment. If a soil and gently rub toward the and Vehicle Information and rotating brush attachment is being center. Fold the cleaning cloth to Radio Displays used during vacuuming, only use it a clean area frequently to For vehicles with high gloss on the floor carpet. Before cleaning, prevent forcing the soil in to the surfaces or vehicle displays, use a gently remove as much of the soil fabric. microfiber cloth to wipe surfaces. as possible using one of the 4. Continue gently rubbing the Before wiping the surface with the following techniques: soiled area until there is no microfiber cloth, use a soft bristle . Gently blot liquids with a paper longer any color transfer from brush to remove dirt that could towel. Continue blotting until no the soil to the cleaning cloth. scratch the surface. Then use the more soil can be removed. 5. If the soil is not completely microfiber cloth by gently rubbing to clean. Never use window cleaners . removed, use a mild soap For solid soils, remove as much or solvents. Periodically hand wash as possible prior to vacuuming. solution followed only by plain water. the microfiber cloth separately, using mild soap. Do not use bleach If the soil is not completely or fabric softener. Rinse thoroughly removed, it may be necessary to and air dry before next use. use a commercial upholstery Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (80,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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{ Caution { Caution { Caution
Do not attach a device with a Soaking or saturating leather, Use of air fresheners may cause suction cup to the display. This especially perforated leather, as permanent damage to plastics may cause damage and would well as other interior surfaces, and painted surfaces. If an air not be covered by the vehicle may cause permanent damage. freshener comes in contact with warranty. Wipe excess moisture from these any plastic or painted surface in surfaces after cleaning and allow the vehicle, blot immediately and Instrument Panel, Leather, them to dry naturally. Never use clean with a soft cloth dampened Vinyl, Other Plastic Surfaces, heat, steam, or spot removers. Do with a mild soap solution. not use cleaners that contain Damage caused by air fresheners Low Gloss Paint Surfaces and silicone or wax-based products. would not be covered by the Natural Open Pore Wood Cleaners containing these vehicle warranty. Surfaces solvents can permanently change Use a soft microfiber cloth the appearance and feel of Cargo Cover and dampened with water to remove leather or soft trim, and are not Convenience Net dust and loose dirt. For a more recommended. thorough cleaning, use a soft Wash with warm water and mild microfiber cloth dampened with a detergent. Do not use chlorine mild soap solution. Do not use cleaners that increase bleach. Rinse with cold water, and gloss, especially on the instrument then dry completely. panel. Reflected glare can decrease visibility through the windshield under certain conditions. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (81,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Vehicle Care 10-81
Care of Safety Belts Use the following guidelines for Button Retainer proper floor mat usage. Keep belts clean and dry. Some vehicles have floor mats with . The original equipment floor a button-type retainer. { Warning mats were designed for your vehicle. If the floor mats need Do not bleach or dye safety belts. replacing, it is recommended It may severely weaken them. In that GM certified floor mats be a crash, they might not be able to purchased. Non-GM floor mats provide adequate protection. may not fit properly and may Clean safety belts only with mild interfere with the accelerator or soap and lukewarm water. brake pedal. Always check that the floor mats do not interfere with the pedals. Floor Mats . Do not use a floor mat if the vehicle is not equipped with a { Warning floor mat retainer on the driver side floor. Removing and Replacing the If a floor mat is the wrong size or . Use the floor mat with the Floor Mat is not properly installed, it can correct side up. Do not turn 1. Pull up on the rear of the mat to interfere with the pedals. it over. unlock and remove. Interference with the pedals can cause unintended acceleration . Do not place anything on top of 2. Reinstall the floor mat by lining and/or increased stopping the driver side floor mat. up the floor mat openings over distance which can cause a crash . Use only a single floor mat on the carpet retainers and and injury. Make sure the floor the driver side. snapping into position. mat does not interfere with the . Do not place one floor mat on pedals. top of another. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (82,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
10-82 Vehicle Care
3. Make sure the floor mat is 3. Center the slot in the floor mat properly secured and verify that grommet with the knob on the it does not interfere with the floor and set into position. pedals. 4. Turn the knob until it is Knob Retainer perpendicular to the slot in the grommet to lock the mat in Some vehicles have floor mats with place. a knob retainer. 5. Make sure the floor mat is properly secured and verify that it does not interfere with the pedals.
Removing and Replacing the Floor Mat 1. Turn the knob until it is aligned with the slot in the floor mat grommet. 2. Pull up on the floor mat. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Service and Maintenance 11-1
General Information Your dealer recognizes the Service and importance of providing Maintenance Your vehicle is an important competitively priced maintenance investment. This section describes and repair services. With trained the required maintenance for the technicians, the dealer is the place General Information vehicle. Follow this schedule to help for routine maintenance such as oil General Information ...... 11-1 protect against major repair changes and tire rotations and expenses resulting from neglect or additional maintenance items like Maintenance Schedule inadequate maintenance. It may tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper Maintenance Schedule ...... 11-3 also help to maintain the value of blades. the vehicle if it is sold. It is the Special Application Services responsibility of the owner to have { Caution Special Application all required maintenance performed. Services ...... 11-8 Your dealer has trained technicians Damage caused by improper Additional Maintenance who can perform required maintenance can lead to costly and Care maintenance using genuine repairs and may not be covered Additional Maintenance replacement parts. They have by the vehicle warranty. and Care ...... 11-8 up-to-date tools and equipment for Maintenance intervals, checks, fast and accurate diagnostics. Many inspections, recommended fluids, Recommended Fluids, dealers have extended evening and and lubricants are important to Lubricants, and Parts Saturday hours, courtesy keep the vehicle in good working Recommended Fluids and transportation, and online condition. Lubricants ...... 11-12 scheduling to assist with service Maintenance Replacement needs. Parts ...... 11-13 Maintenance Records Maintenance Records ...... 11-14 Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
11-2 Service and Maintenance
The Tire Rotation and Required . Are driven on reasonable road . Used for taxi, police, or delivery Services are the responsibility of the surfaces within legal driving service. vehicle owner. It is recommended to limits. Refer to the information in the have your dealer perform these . Use the recommended fuel. See Maintenance Schedule Additional services every 12 000 km/7,500 mi. Fuel on page 9-42. Required Services - Severe chart. Proper vehicle maintenance helps to Refer to the information in the keep the vehicle in good working { Warning condition, improves fuel economy, Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal chart. and reduces vehicle emissions. Performing maintenance work can Because of the way people use The Additional Required Services - be dangerous and can cause vehicles, maintenance needs vary. Severe are for vehicles that are: serious injury. Perform There may need to be more . Mainly driven in heavy city traffic maintenance work only if the frequent checks and services. The in hot weather. required information, proper tools, Additional Required Services - . Mainly driven in hilly or and equipment are available. Normal are for vehicles that: mountainous terrain. If they are not, see your dealer to . Carry passengers and cargo have a trained technician do the . Frequently towing a trailer. within recommended limits on work. See Doing Your Own the Tire and Loading Information . Used for high speed or Service Work on page 10-3. label. See Vehicle Load Limits competitive driving. on page 9-9. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Service and Maintenance 11-3
Maintenance Engine Oil Change Tire Rotation and Required Schedule When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL Services Every 12 000 km/ SOON message displays, have the 7,500 mi Owner Checks and Services engine oil and filter changed within Rotate the tires, if recommended for the next 1 000 km/600 mi. If driven the vehicle, and perform the At Each Fuel Stop under the best conditions, the following services. See Tire . Check the engine oil level. See engine oil life system may not Rotation on page 10-48. Engine Oil on page 10-7. indicate the need for vehicle service for up to a year. . Check engine oil level and oil Once a Month life percentage. If needed, The engine oil and filter must be change engine oil and filter, and . Check the tire inflation changed at least once a year and reset oil life system. See Engine pressures. See Tire Pressure on the oil life system must be reset. Oil on page 10-7 and Engine Oil page 10-42. Your trained dealer technician can Life System on page 10-9. . Inspect the tires for wear. See perform this work. If the engine oil . Check engine coolant level. See Tire Inspection on page 10-48. life system is reset accidentally, service the vehicle within 5 000 km/ Engine Coolant on page 10-12. . Check the windshield washer 3,000 mi since the last service. . Check windshield washer fluid fluid level. See Washer Fluid on Reset the oil life system when the level. See Washer Fluid on page 10-19. oil is changed. See Engine Oil Life page 10-19. System on page 10-9. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
11-4 Service and Maintenance
. Visually inspect windshield wiper . Check restraint system . Check parking brake and blades for wear, cracking, components. See Safety System automatic transmission park or contamination. See Exterior Check on page 3-20. mechanism. See Park Brake and Care on page 10-73. Replace P (Park) Mechanism Check on . Visually inspect fuel system for worn or damaged wiper blades. damage or leaks. page 10-24. See Wiper Blade Replacement . Check accelerator pedal for on page 10-24. . Visually inspect exhaust system and nearby heat shields for damage, high effort, or binding. . Check tire inflation pressures. loose or damaged parts. Replace if needed. See Tire Pressure on . Visually inspect gas strut for page 10-42. . Lubricate body components. See Exterior Care on page 10-73. signs of wear, cracks, or other . Inspect tire wear. See Tire damage. Check the hold open Inspection on page 10-48. . Check starter switch. See Starter ability of the strut. See your Switch Check on page 10-23. dealer if service is required. . Visually check for fluid leaks. . Check automatic transmission . . Inspect sunroof track and seal, Inspect engine air cleaner filter. shift lock control function. See See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on if equipped. See Sunroof on Automatic Transmission Shift page 2-19. page 10-10. Lock Control Function Check on . Inspect brake system. page 10-23. . Visually inspect steering, . Check ignition transmission lock. suspension, and chassis See Ignition Transmission Lock components for damaged, loose, Check on page 10-23. or missing parts or signs of wear. See Exterior Care on page 10-73. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Service and Maintenance 11-5
Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required 12 000 km/7,500 mi 24 000 km/15,000 mi 36 000 km/22,500 mi 48 000 km/30,000 mi 60 000 km/37,500 mi 72 000 km/45,000 mi 84 000 km/52,500 mi 96 000 km/60,000 mi 108 000 km/67,500 mi 120 000 km/75,000 mi 132 000 km/82,500 mi 144 000 km/90,000 mi 156 000 km/97,500 mi 180 000 km/112,500 mi Services - Normal 168 000 km/105,000 mi 192 000 km/120,000 mi 204 000 km/127,500 mi 216 000 km/135,000 mi 228 000 km/142,500 mi 240 000 km/150,000 mi
Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) @ @ @ @ @ @ Inspect evaporative control system. (2) @ @ @ Replace engine air cleaner filter. (3) @ @ @ Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires. @ Change transfer case fluid, if equipped with @ AWD. (4) Drain and fill engine cooling system. (5) @ Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (6) @ Replace brake fluid. (7) @ @ @ Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
11-6 Service and Maintenance
Footnotes — Maintenance (2) Check all fuel and vapor lines (5) Or every five years, whichever Schedule Additional Required and hoses for proper hook-up, comes first. See Cooling System on Services - Normal routing, and condition. page 10-11. (1) Or every two years, whichever (3) Or every four years, whichever (6) Or every 10 years, whichever comes first. More frequent comes first. comes first. Inspect for fraying, replacement may be needed if the (4) Do not directly power wash the excessive cracking, or damage; vehicle is driven in areas with heavy transfer case output seals. High replace, if needed. traffic, areas with poor air quality, pressure water can overcome the (7) Or every three years, whichever or areas with high dust levels. seals and contaminate the transfer comes first. Replacement may also be needed if case fluid. Contaminated fluid will there is a reduction in air flow, decrease the life of the transfer excessive window fogging, or odors. case and should be replaced. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Service and Maintenance 11-7
Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required 12 000 km/7,500 mi 24 000 km/15,000 mi 36 000 km/22,500 mi 48 000 km/30,000 mi 60 000 km/37,500 mi 72 000 km/45,000 mi 84 000 km/52,500 mi 96 000 km/60,000 mi 108 000 km/67,500 mi 120 000 km/75,000 mi 132 000 km/82,500 mi 144 000 km/90,000 mi 156 000 km/97,500 mi 180 000 km/112,500 mi Services - Severe 168 000 km/105,000 mi 192 000 km/120,000 mi 204 000 km/127,500 mi 216 000 km/135,000 mi 228 000 km/142,500 mi 240 000 km/150,000 mi
Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) @ @ @ @ @ @ Inspect evaporative control system. (2) @ @ @ Replace engine air cleaner filter. (3) @ @ @ Change automatic transmission fluid. @ @ @ Change transfer case fluid, if equipped with @ @ @ AWD. (4) Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires. @ Drain and fill engine cooling system. (5) @ Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (6) @ Replace brake fluid. (7) @ @ @
Footnotes — Maintenance vehicle is driven in areas with heavy (2) Check all fuel and vapor lines Schedule Additional Required traffic, areas with poor air quality, and hoses for proper hook-up, Services - Severe or areas with high dust levels. routing, and condition. (1) Or every two years, whichever Replacement may also be needed if (3) Or every four years, whichever comes first. More frequent there is a reduction in air flow, comes first. replacement may be needed if the excessive window fogging, or odors. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
11-8 Service and Maintenance
(4) Do not directly power wash the Special Application Additional transfer case output seals. High pressure water can overcome the Services Maintenance and Care seals and contaminate the transfer . Severe Commercial Use Your vehicle is an important case fluid. Contaminated fluid will Vehicles Only: Lubricate chassis investment and caring for it properly decrease the life of the transfer components every 5 000 km/ may help to avoid future costly case and should be replaced. 3,000 mi. repairs. To maintain vehicle (5) Or every five years, whichever performance, additional . Have underbody flushing service comes first. See Cooling System on performed. See "Underbody maintenance services may be page 10-11. Maintenance" in Exterior Care required. (6) Or every 10 years, whichever on page 10-73. It is recommended that your dealer comes first. Inspect for fraying, perform these services — their excessive cracking, or damage; trained dealer technicians know replace, if needed. your vehicle best. Your dealer can (7) Or every three years, whichever also perform a thorough comes first. assessment with a multi-point inspection to recommend when your vehicle may need attention. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (9,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Service and Maintenance 11-9
The following list is intended to Belts . Trained dealer technicians have explain the services and conditions access to tools and equipment . Belts may need replacing if they to inspect the brakes and to look for that may indicate squeak or show signs of services are required. recommend quality parts cracking or splitting. engineered for the vehicle. Battery . Trained dealer technicians have Fluids The battery supplies power to start access to tools and equipment the engine and operate any to inspect the belts and Proper fluid levels and approved additional electrical accessories. recommend adjustment or fluids protect the vehicle’s systems replacement when necessary. and components. See . To avoid break-down or failure to Recommended Fluids and start the vehicle, maintain a Brakes Lubricants on page 11-12 for GM battery with full cranking power. Brakes stop the vehicle and are approved fluids. . Trained dealer technicians have crucial to safe driving. . Engine oil and windshield the diagnostic equipment to test . Signs of brake wear may include washer fluid levels should be the battery and ensure that the chirping, grinding, or squealing checked at every fuel fill. connections and cables are noises, or difficulty stopping. corrosion-free. . Instrument cluster lights may come on to indicate that fluids may be low and need to be filled. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (10,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
11-10 Service and Maintenance
Hoses . With a multi-point inspection, Tires your dealer can check the lamps Hoses transport fluids and should and note any concerns. Tires need to be properly inflated, be regularly inspected to ensure rotated, and balanced. Maintaining that there are no cracks or leaks. Shocks and Struts the tires can save money and fuel, With a multi-point inspection, your Shocks and struts help aid in control and can reduce the risk of tire dealer can inspect the hoses and for a smoother ride. failure. advise if replacement is needed. . . Signs of wear may include Signs that the tires need to be Lamps steering wheel vibration, bounce/ replaced include three or more sway while braking, longer visible treadwear indicators; cord Properly working headlamps, or fabric showing through the taillamps, and brake lamps are stopping distance, or uneven tire wear. rubber; cracks or cuts in the important to see and be seen on tread or sidewall; or a bulge or the road. . As part of the multi-point split in the tire. . Signs that the headlamps need inspection, trained dealer technicians can visually inspect . Trained dealer technicians can attention include dimming, failure inspect and recommend the right to light, cracking, or damage. the shocks and struts for signs of leaking, blown seals, tires. Your dealer can also The brake lamps need to be provide tire/wheel balancing checked periodically to ensure or damage, and can advise when service is needed. services to ensure smooth that they light when braking. vehicle operation at all speeds. Your dealer sells and services name brand tires. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (11,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Service and Maintenance 11-11
Vehicle Care . Your dealer has the required Wiper Blades equipment to ensure proper To help keep the vehicle looking like wheel alignment. Wiper blades need to be cleaned new, vehicle care products are and kept in good condition to available from your dealer. For Windshield provide a clear view. information on how to clean and For safety, appearance, and the . Signs of wear include streaking, protect the vehicle’s interior and best viewing, keep the windshield skipping across the windshield, exterior, see Interior Care on clean and clear. and worn or split rubber. page 10-77 and Exterior Care on page 10-73. . Signs of damage include . Trained dealer technicians can scratches, cracks, and chips. check the wiper blades and Wheel Alignment . Trained dealer technicians can replace them when needed. Wheel alignment is critical for inspect the windshield and ensuring that the tires deliver recommend proper replacement optimal wear and performance. if needed. . Signs that the alignment may need to be adjusted include pulling, improper vehicle handling, or unusual tire wear. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (12,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Oil Use only engine oil meeting the dexos1™ specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. Look for the dexos1 approved logo for GM approved engine oil. See Engine Oil on page 10-7. Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL® Coolant. See Engine Coolant on page 10-12. Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 19299818, in Canada 19299819). Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements. Hydraulic Power Steering System DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Automatic Transmission DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Carrier Assembly – Differential (Rear SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 88900401, in Drive Module) and Transfer Case Canada 89021678). (Power Transfer Unit) Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 89021668, in Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Canada 89021674) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Release Pawl Category LB or GC-LB. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (13,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Usage Fluid/Lubricant Key Lock Cylinders, Hood and Door Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Hinges Canada 10953474). Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Lubricant (GM Part No. 3634770, in Canada 10953518) or Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579, in Canada 10953481).
Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 15278634 A3083C Engine Oil Filter 89017525 PF63 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 20958479 CF179C Spark Plugs 12622561 41-109 Wiper Blades Front Driver – 63 cm (24.8 in) 20945799 — Front Passenger – 53.0 cm (20.8 in) 20945800 — Rear – 30.0 cm (11.8 in) 25820122 — Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (14,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Technical Data 12-1
Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is Vehicle Identification the engine code. This code Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) identifies the vehicle's engine, Vehicle Identification specifications, and replacement Number (VIN) ...... 12-1 parts. See “Engine Specifications” Service Parts Identification under Capacities and Specifications Label ...... 12-1 on page 12-2 for the vehicle's engine code. Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications ...... 12-2 Service Parts Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . 12-4 Identification Label This label, on the inside of the glove box, has the following information: . Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). . Model designation. This legal identifier is in the front . Paint information. corner of the instrument panel, on . the left side of the vehicle. It can be Production options and special seen through the windshield from equipment. outside. The VIN also appears on Do not remove this label from the the Vehicle Certification and Service vehicle. Parts labels and certificates of title and registration. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
12-2 Technical Data
Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11-12 for more information. Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood. See your dealer for more information. Cooling System 11.3 L 11.9 qt Engine Oil with Filter 5.7 L 6.0 qt Fuel Tank 83.3 L 22.0 gal Transfer Case Fluid 1.0 L 1.0 qt Wheel Nut Torque 190 Y 140 lb ft All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid level after filling. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 3.6L V6 Engine D Automatic 0.95–1.10 mm (0.037– 0.043 in) Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Engine Drive Belt Routing Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Customer Information 13-1
Reporting Safety Defects Customer Information Customer Reporting Safety Defects to Information the United States Government ...... 13-12 Customer Satisfaction Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure Customer Information the Canadian Your satisfaction and goodwill are Customer Satisfaction Government ...... 13-13 important to your dealer and to Procedure ...... 13-1 Reporting Safety Defects to Buick. Normally, any concerns with General Motors ...... 13-13 Customer Assistance the sales transaction or the Offices ...... 13-3 Vehicle Data Recording and operation of the vehicle will be Customer Assistance for Text resolved by your dealer's sales or Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . . 13-4 Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and service departments. Sometimes, Online Owner Center ...... 13-4 however, despite the best intentions GM Mobility Reimbursement Privacy ...... 13-14 Event Data Recorders ...... 13-14 of all concerned, misunderstandings Program ...... 13-5 ® can occur. If your concern has not Roadside Assistance OnStar ...... 13-15 Infotainment System ...... 13-15 been resolved to your satisfaction, Program ...... 13-5 the following steps should be taken: Scheduling Service Appointments ...... 13-7 STEP ONE: Discuss your concern Courtesy Transportation with a member of dealership Program ...... 13-7 management. Normally, concerns Collision Damage Repair . . . . 13-8 can be quickly resolved at that level. Service Publications If the matter has already been Ordering Information ...... 13-11 reviewed with the sales, service, Radio Frequency or parts manager, contact the owner Identification (RFID) ...... 13-12 of your dealership or the general Radio Frequency manager. Statement ...... 13-12 Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
13-2 Customer Information
STEP TWO: If after contacting a When contacting Buick, remember 40 days. If you do not agree with the member of dealership management, that your concern will likely be decision given in your case, you it appears your concern cannot be resolved at a dealer's facility. That is may reject it and proceed with any resolved by your dealership without why we suggest following Step One other venue for relief available further help, in the U.S., call first. to you. 1-800-521-7300. In Canada, contact STEP THREE — U.S. Owners: You may contact the BBB Auto Line General Motors of Canada Both General Motors and your Program using the toll-free Customer Care Centre at dealer are committed to making telephone number or write them at 1‐800-263-3777 (English) or sure you are completely satisfied the following address: 1-800-263-7854 (French). with the new vehicle. However, BBB Auto Line Program We encourage you to call the if you continue to remain unsatisfied Council of Better Business Bureaus, toll-free number in order to give the after following the procedure Inc. inquiry prompt attention. Have the outlined in Steps One and Two, you 4200 Wilson Boulevard following information available to can file with the Better Business ® Suite 800 give the Customer Assistance Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program Arlington , VA 22203-1838 representative: to enforce your rights. Telephone: 1-800-955-5100 . Vehicle Identification The BBB Auto Line Program is an www.dr.bbb.org/goauto Number (VIN). This is available out-of-court program administered from the vehicle registration or by the Council of Better Business This program is available in all title, or the plate at the top left of Bureaus to settle automotive 50 states and the District of the instrument panel and visible disputes regarding vehicle repairs or Columbia. Eligibility is limited by through the windshield. the interpretation of the New Vehicle vehicle age, mileage, and other Limited Warranty. Although you may factors. General Motors reserves . Dealership name and location. be required to resort to this informal the right to change eligibility . Vehicle delivery date and dispute resolution program prior to limitations and/or discontinue its present mileage. filing a court action, use of the participation in this program. program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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STEP THREE — Canadian For further information concerning Customer Assistance Owners: In the event that you do eligibility in the Canadian Motor not feel your concerns have been Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), Offices addressed after following the call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or call Buick encourages customers to call procedure outlined in Steps One the General Motors Customer Care the toll-free number for assistance. and Two, General Motors of Canada Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), However, if a customer wishes to Limited wants you to be aware of its 1-800-263-7854 (French), write or e-mail Buick, the letter participation in a no-charge or write to: should be addressed to: Mediation/Arbitration program. Mediation/Arbitration Program United States and Puerto Rico General Motors of Canada Limited c/o Customer Care Centre has committed to binding arbitration General Motors of Canada Limited Buick Customer Assistance Center of owner disputes involving Mail Code: CA1-163-005 P.O. Box 33136 factory-related vehicle service 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Detroit, MI 48232-5136 claims. The program provides for Oshawa , Ontario L1H 8P7 www.Buick.com the review of the facts involved by an impartial third party arbiter, and The inquiry should be accompanied 1-800-521-7300 may include an informal hearing by the Vehicle Identification 1-800-832-8425 (For Text before the arbiter. The program is Number (VIN). Telephone devices (TTYs)) designed so that the entire dispute Roadside Assistance: settlement process, from the time 1-800-252-1112 you file your complaint to the final From U.S. Virgin Islands: decision, should be completed in 1-800-496-9994 approximately 70 days. We believe our impartial program offers advantages over courts in most jurisdictions because it is informal, quick, and free of charge. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
13-4 Customer Information
Canada Center. Any TTY user can I (Service History): View communicate with Buick by dialing: General Motors of Canada Limited printable dealer-recorded service 1-800-832-8425. TTY users in Customer Care Centre, Mail Code: records and self-recorded service Canada can dial 1 800 263-3830. CA1-163-005 ‐ ‐ records. 1908 Colonel Sam Drive D Online Owner Center (Preferred Dealer Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Information): Select a dealer and www.gm.ca Online Owner Experience view locations, maps, phone 1-800-263-3777 (English) (U.S.) my.buick.com numbers, and hours. 1-800-263-7854 (French) The Buick online owner experience J (Warranty Tracking 1-800-263-3830 (For Text allows interaction with Buick and Information): Track the vehicle’s Telephone devices (TTYs)) keeps important vehicle-specific warranty information. Roadside Assistance: information in one place. J (Recall Information): View 1-800-268-6800 active recalls or search by Vehicle Membership Benefits All Overseas Locations Identification Number (VIN). See E (Vehicle Information): Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Please contact the local General Download owner manuals and view on page 12-1. Motors Business Unit. vehicle-specific how-to videos. H (Other Account Information): Customer Assistance for G (Maintenance Information): View GM Card, SiriusXM Satellite View maintenance schedules, radio, and OnStar account Text Telephone (TTY) required maintenance alerts, and information. Users OnStar onboard vehicle diagnostic F (Live Chat Support): Chat with information. Schedule service To assist customers who are deaf, online help representatives. appointments. hard of hearing, or speech-impaired See my.buick.com to register your and who use Text Telephones vehicle. (TTYs), Buick has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Customer Information 13-5
Buick Owner Centre (Canada) GM Mobility General Motors of Canada also has buickowner.ca a Mobility Program. Visit www.gm.ca Reimbursement Program or call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) Visit the Buick Owner Centre: for details. TTY users call . Chat live with online help 1-800-263-3830. representatives. . Use the Vehicle Tools section. Roadside Assistance . Access third party enthusiast Program sites and social media networks. For U.S.-purchased vehicles, call . Locate owner resources such as This program is available to 1-800-252-1112; (Text Telephone lease-end, financing, and qualified applicants for cost (TTY): 1-888-889-2438). warranty information. reimbursement of eligible For Canadian-purchased vehicles, aftermarket adaptive equipment . Retrieve your favorite articles, call 1-800-268-6800. required for the vehicle, such as quizzes, tips and multimedia Service is available 24 hours a day, hand controls or a wheelchair/ galleries organized into the 365 days a year. scooter lift for the vehicle. Featured Articles and Auto Care Sections. For more information on the limited Calling for Assistance offer, visit www.gmmobility.com or . Download the owner manual for When calling Roadside Assistance, call the GM Mobility Assistance your vehicle, quickly and easily. have the following information Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text ready: . Find the Buick-recommended Telephone (TTY) users, call maintenance services for your 1-800-833-9935. . Your name, home address, and vehicle. home telephone number. . Telephone number of your location. . Location of the vehicle. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
13-6 Customer Information
. Model, year, color, and license driver if they decide the claims are . Flat Tire Change: Service to plate number of the vehicle. made too often, or the same type of change a flat tire with the spare tire. The spare tire, if equipped, . Odometer reading, Vehicle claim is made many times. must be in good condition and Identification Number (VIN), and Services Provided delivery date of the vehicle. properly inflated. It is the owner's . Emergency Fuel Delivery: responsibility for the repair or . Description of the problem. Delivery of enough fuel for the replacement of the tire if it is not Coverage vehicle to get to the nearest covered by the warranty. service station. . Battery Jump Start: Service to Services are provided up to 6 years/ jump start a dead battery. 110 000 km (70,000 mi), whichever . Lock-Out Service: Service to comes first. unlock the vehicle if you are Services Not Included in locked out. A remote unlock may Roadside Assistance In the U.S., anyone driving the be available if you have vehicle is covered. In Canada, a OnStar®. For security reasons, . Impound towing caused by person driving the vehicle without the driver must present violation of any laws. permission from the owner is not identification before this service . Legal fines. covered. is given. . Mounting, dismounting, Roadside Assistance is not a part of . Emergency Tow from a Public the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. or changing of snow tires, Road or Highway: Tow to the chains, or other traction devices. General Motors North America and nearest Buick dealer for Buick reserve the right to make any warranty service, or if the vehicle Service is not provided if a vehicle changes or discontinue the was in a crash and cannot be is in an area that is not accessible Roadside Assistance program at driven. Assistance is not given to the service vehicle or is not a any time without notification. when the vehicle is stuck in regularly traveled or maintained General Motors North America and sand, mud, or snow. public road, which includes ice and Buick reserve the right to limit winter roads. Off-road use is not services or payment to an owner or covered. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
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Services Specific to permission to get local safety related. If it is, please call Canadian-Purchased Vehicles emergency road service. You will your dealership, let them know this, receive payment, up to $100, and ask for instructions. . Fuel delivery: Reimbursement after sending the original receipt If your dealer requests you to bring is up to 7 liters. Diesel fuel to Roadside Assistance. delivery may be restricted. the vehicle for service, you are Mechanical failures may be urged to do so as early in the work Propane and other fuels are not covered, however any cost for provided through this service. day as possible to allow for parts and labor for repairs not same-day repair. . Lock-Out Service: Vehicle covered by the warranty are the registration is required. owner responsibility. Courtesy Transportation . Trip Interruption Benefits and Program Assistance: Must be over Scheduling Service 150 kilometers from where your Appointments To enhance your ownership trip was started to qualify. experience, we and our participating When the vehicle requires warranty General Motors of Canada dealers are proud to offer Courtesy service, contact your dealer and Limited requires Transportation, a customer support request an appointment. By pre-authorization, original program for vehicles with the scheduling a service appointment detailed receipts, and a copy of Bumper-to-Bumper (Base Warranty and advising the service consultant the repair orders. Once Coverage period in Canada), of your transportation needs, your authorization has been received, extended powertrain, and/or dealer can help minimize your the Roadside Assistance advisor hybrid-specific warranties in both inconvenience. will help you make arrangements the U.S. and Canada. and explain how to receive If the vehicle cannot be scheduled Several Courtesy Transportation payment. into the service department options are available to assist in immediately, keep driving it until it . Alternative Service: If reducing inconvenience when can be scheduled for service, assistance cannot be provided warranty repairs are required. unless, of course, the problem is right away, the Roadside Assistance advisor may give Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
13-8 Customer Information
Courtesy Transportation is not a by GM for shuttle service. If U.S. It may not be possible to provide a part of the New Vehicle Limited customers arrange their own like vehicle as a courtesy rental. Warranty. A separate booklet transportation, limited entitled “Limited Warranty and reimbursement for reasonable fuel Additional Program Owner Assistance Information” expenses may be available. Claim Information furnished with each new vehicle amounts should reflect actual costs All program options, such as shuttle provides detailed warranty coverage and be supported by original service, may not be available at information. receipts. See your dealer for every dealer. Contact your dealer information. Transportation Options for specific availability. Courtesy Rental Vehicle General Motors reserves the right to Warranty service can generally be unilaterally modify, change, completed while you wait. However, For an overnight warranty repair, the or discontinue Courtesy if you are unable to do so, your dealer may provide an available Transportation at any time and to dealer may offer the following courtesy rental vehicle or provide for resolve all questions of claim transportation options: reimbursement of a rental vehicle. Reimbursement is limited and must eligibility pursuant to the terms and Shuttle Service be supported by original receipts as conditions described herein at its sole discretion. This includes one-way or round-trip well as a signed and completed shuttle service within reasonable rental agreement and meet state/ time and distance parameters of provincial, local, and rental vehicle Collision Damage Repair your dealer's area. provider requirements. If the vehicle is involved in a Requirements vary and may include collision and it is damaged, have the Public Transportation or Fuel minimum age requirements, Reimbursement damage repaired by a qualified insurance coverage, credit card, etc. technician using the proper If overnight warranty repairs are Additional fees such as fuel usage equipment and quality replacement needed, and public transportation is charges, taxes, levies, usage fees, parts. Poorly performed collision used, the expense must be excessive mileage, or rental usage repairs diminish the vehicle resale supported by original receipts and beyond the completion of the repair within the maximum amount allowed are also your responsibility. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (9,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Customer Information 13-9
value, and safety performance can these parts is not known. Such parts center that has GM-trained be compromised in subsequent are not covered by the GM New technicians and comparable collisions. Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any equipment. related failures are not covered by Collision Parts that warranty. Insuring the Vehicle Genuine GM Collision parts are new Aftermarket collision parts are also Protect your investment in the GM parts made with the same materials available. These are made by vehicle with comprehensive and and construction methods as the companies other than GM and may collision insurance coverage. There parts with which the vehicle was not have been tested for the vehicle. are significant differences in the originally built. Genuine GM As a result, these parts may fit quality of coverage afforded by Collision parts are the best choice to poorly, exhibit premature durability/ various insurance policy terms. ensure that the vehicle's designed corrosion problems, and may not Many insurance policies provide appearance, durability, and safety perform properly in subsequent reduced protection to the GM are preserved. The use of Genuine collisions. Aftermarket parts are not vehicle by limiting compensation for GM parts can help maintain the GM covered by the GM New Vehicle damage repairs through the use of New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Limited Warranty, and any vehicle aftermarket collision parts. Some Recycled original equipment parts failure related to such parts is not insurance companies will not may also be used for repair. These covered by that warranty. specify aftermarket collision parts. parts are typically removed from When purchasing insurance, we vehicles that were total losses in Repair Facility recommend that you ensure that the prior crashes. In most cases, the GM also recommends that you vehicle will be repaired with GM parts being recycled are from choose a collision repair facility that original equipment collision parts. undamaged sections of the vehicle. meets your needs before you ever If such insurance coverage is not A recycled original equipment GM need collision repairs. Your dealer available from your current part may be an acceptable choice to may have a collision repair center insurance carrier, consider switching maintain the vehicle's originally with GM-trained technicians and to another insurance carrier. designed appearance and safety state‐of‐the‐art equipment, or be performance; however, the history of able to recommend a collision repair Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (10,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
13-10 Customer Information
If the vehicle is leased, the leasing Gather the following information: Managing the Vehicle Damage company may require you to have . Driver name, address, and Repair Process insurance that ensures repairs with telephone number. Genuine GM Original Equipment In the event that the vehicle requires Manufacturer (OEM) parts or . Driver license number. damage repairs, GM recommends Genuine Manufacturer replacement that you take an active role in its . Owner name, address, and repair. If you have a pre-determined parts. Read the lease carefully, as telephone number. you may be charged at the end of repair facility of choice, take the the lease for poor quality repairs. . Vehicle license plate number. vehicle there, or have it towed there. Specify to the facility that any . Vehicle make, model, and If a Crash Occurs required replacement collision parts model year. be original equipment parts, either If there has been an injury, call . Vehicle Identification new Genuine GM parts or recycled emergency services for help. Do not Number (VIN). original GM parts. Remember, leave the scene of a crash until all recycled parts will not be covered by matters have been taken care of. . Insurance company and policy the GM vehicle warranty. Move the vehicle only if its position number. puts you in danger, or you are . General description of the Insurance pays the bill for the repair, instructed to move it by a police damage to the other vehicle. but you must live with the repair. officer. Depending on your policy limits, Choose a reputable repair facility your insurance company may Give only the necessary information that uses quality replacement parts. initially value the repair using to police and other parties involved See “Collision Parts” earlier in this aftermarket parts. Discuss this with in the crash. section. the repair professional, and insist on For emergency towing see If the airbag has inflated, see What Genuine GM parts. Remember, Roadside Assistance Program on Will You See after an Airbag if the vehicle is leased, you may be page 13-5. Inflates? on page 3-27. obligated to have the vehicle repaired with Genuine GM parts, even if your insurance coverage does not pay the full cost. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (11,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Customer Information 13-11
If another party's insurance Each bulletin contains instructions Current and Past Models company is paying for the repairs, to assist in the diagnosis and Technical Service Bulletins and you are not obligated to accept a service of the vehicle. Manuals are available for current repair valuation based on that and past model GM vehicles. insurance company's collision policy Owner Information repair limits, as you have no Owner publications are written ORDER TOLL FREE: contractual limits with that company. specifically for owners and intended 1-800-551-4123 Monday – Friday In such cases, you can have control to provide basic operational 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Eastern Time of the repair and parts choices as information about the vehicle. The For Credit Card Orders Only long as the cost stays within Owner Manual includes the (VISA-MasterCard-Discover), see reasonable limits. Maintenance Schedule for all Helm, Inc. at: www.helminc.com. models. Or write to: Service Publications In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Ordering Information Owner Manual, and Warranty Helm, Incorporated Manual. Attention: Customer Service Service Manuals 47911 Halyard Drive RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 – Plymouth, MI 48170 Service Manuals have the diagnosis $40.00 (U.S.) plus handling and and repair information on the shipping fees. Prices are subject to change without engines, transmission, axle, notice and without incurring suspension, brakes, electrical, Without Pouch: Owner Manual only. obligation. Allow ample time for steering, body, etc. RETAIL SELL PRICE: delivery. Service Bulletins $25.00 (U.S.) plus handling and All listed prices are quoted in U.S. shipping fees. funds. Make checks payable in U.S. Service Bulletins give additional funds. technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (12,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
13-12 Customer Information
Radio Frequency Radio Frequency Reporting Safety Identification (RFID) Statement Defects RFID technology is used in some This vehicle has systems that vehicles for functions such as tire operate on a radio frequency that Reporting Safety Defects pressure monitoring and ignition complies with Part 15/Part 18 of the to the United States system security, as well as in Federal Communications connection with conveniences such Commission (FCC) rules and with Government as Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Industry Canada Standards If you believe that your vehicle transmitters for remote door locking/ RSS-GEN/210/220/310. has a defect which could cause unlocking and starting, and Operation is subject to the following a crash or could cause injury or in-vehicle transmitters for garage two conditions: door openers. RFID technology in death, you should immediately GM vehicles does not use or record 1. The device may not cause inform the National Highway personal information or link with any harmful interference. Traffic Safety Administration other GM system containing 2. The device must accept any (NHTSA) in addition to notifying personal information. interference received, including General Motors. interference that may cause If NHTSA receives similar undesired operation of the complaints, it may open an device. investigation, and if it finds that Changes or modifications to any of a safety defect exists in a group these systems by other than an of vehicles, it may order a recall authorized service facility could void and remedy campaign. authorization to use this equipment. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or General Motors. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (13,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Customer Information 13-13
To contact NHTSA, you may call Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects the Vehicle Safety Hotline to the Canadian to General Motors toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to Government In addition to notifying NHTSA (or http://www.safercar.gov; or If you live in Canada, and you Transport Canada) in a situation like write to: believe that the vehicle has a safety this, please notify General Motors. defect, notify Transport Canada Call 1-800-521-7300, or write: Administrator, NHTSA immediately, and notify General Buick Customer Assistance Center 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E. Motors of Canada Limited. Call P.O. Box 33136 Washington, D.C. 20590 Transport Canada at Detroit , MI 48232-5136 You can also obtain other 1-800-333-0510 or write to: In Canada, call 1-800-263-3777 information about motor Transport Canada (English) or 1-800-263-7854 Road Safety Branch vehicle safety from (French), or write: http://www.safercar.gov. 80 rue Noel Gatineau, QC J8Z 0A1 General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Care Centre, Mail Code: CA1-163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa , Ontario L1H 8P7 Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (14,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
13-14 Customer Information
Vehicle Data Event Data Recorders These data can help provide a better understanding of the Recording and This vehicle is equipped with an circumstances in which crashes and event data recorder (EDR). The injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data are Privacy main purpose of an EDR is to recorded by your vehicle only if a The vehicle has a number of record, in certain crash or near non-trivial crash situation occurs; no computers that record information crash-like situations, such as an air data are recorded by the EDR under about the vehicle’s performance and bag deployment or hitting a road normal driving conditions and no how it is driven. For example, the obstacle, data that will assist in personal data (e.g., name, gender, vehicle uses computer modules to understanding how a vehicle’s age, and crash location) are monitor and control engine and systems performed. The EDR is recorded. However, other parties, transmission performance, to designed to record data related to such as law enforcement, could monitor the conditions for airbag vehicle dynamics and safety combine the EDR data with the type deployment and deploy them in a systems for a short period of time, of personally identifying data crash, and, if equipped, to provide typically 30 seconds or less. The routinely acquired during a crash antilock braking to help the driver EDR in this vehicle is designed to investigation. record such data as: control the vehicle. These modules To read data recorded by an EDR, may store data to help the dealer . How various systems in your special equipment is required, and technician service the vehicle. vehicle were operating; access to the vehicle or the EDR is Some modules may also store data . Whether or not the driver and needed. In addition to the vehicle about how the vehicle is operated, manufacturer, other parties, such as such as rate of fuel consumption or passenger safety belts were buckled/fastened; law enforcement, that have the average speed. These modules may special equipment, can read the . retain personal preferences, such as How far (if at all) the driver was information if they have access to radio presets, seat positions, and depressing the accelerator and/ the vehicle or the EDR. temperature settings. or brake pedal; and, GM will not access this data or . How fast the vehicle was share it with others except: with the traveling. consent of the vehicle owner or, Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (15,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
Customer Information 13-15
if the vehicle is leased, with the OnStar Terms and Conditions and consent of the lessee; in response Privacy Statement on the OnStar to an official request by police or website. similar government office; as part of GM's defense of litigation through Infotainment System the discovery process; or, as required by law. Data that GM If the vehicle is equipped with a collects or receives may also be navigation system as part of the used for GM research needs or may infotainment system, use of the be made available to others for system may result in the storage of research purposes, where a need is destinations, addresses, telephone shown and the data is not tied to a numbers, and other trip information. specific vehicle or vehicle owner. See the infotainment manual for information on stored data and for OnStar® deletion instructions. If the vehicle is equipped with OnStar® and has an active subscription, additional data may be collected through the OnStar system. This includes information about the vehicle’s operation; collisions involving the vehicle; the use of the vehicle and its features; and, in certain situations, the location and approximate GPS speed of the vehicle. Refer to the Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (16,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
13-16 Customer Information
2 NOTES Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
OnStar 14-1
OnStar Overview vehicle, including location OnStar information. See OnStar’s Terms and Conditions and Privacy OnStar Overview Statement for more details including system limitations at OnStar Overview ...... 14-1 www.onstar.com (U.S.) or OnStar Services www.onstar.ca (Canada). Emergency ...... 14-2 The OnStar system status light is Security ...... 14-3 next to the OnStar buttons. If the Navigation ...... 14-3 = Voice Command Button status light is: Connections ...... 14-4 Q Blue OnStar Button Vehicle Diagnostics ...... 14-6 . Solid Green: System is on. > Emergency Button . OnStar Additional Information Flashing Green: On a call. OnStar Additional This vehicle may be equipped with a . Red: Indicates a problem. Information ...... 14-6 comprehensive, in-vehicle system that can connect to a live OnStar . Off: System is off. Press the blue Advisor for Emergency, Security, OnStar button twice to speak Navigation, Connection, and with an OnStar Advisor. Diagnostic Services. OnStar Press Q or call 1-888-4-ONSTAR services may require a paid (1-888-466-7827) to speak to an subscription. OnStar requires the Advisor. vehicle battery and electrical system, cellular service, and GPS Press = to: satellite signals to be available and . operating. OnStar acts as a link to Make a call, end a call, existing public emergency service or answer an incoming call. providers. OnStar may collect . Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling information about you and your voice commands. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
14-2 OnStar
. Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn . Receive Roadside Assistance. Navigation voice commands. OnStar Services . Manage WiFi Settings (if Requires a specific OnStar equipped). subscription plan. Emergency > . Obtain the WiFi network name, Press to get a priority connection With Automatic Crash Response, or Service Set Identifier or SSID, to an OnStar Emergency Advisor the OnStar system can and passphrase (if equipped). available 24/7 to: automatically connect to an OnStar . Get help for an emergency. Emergency Advisor. The built-in Press Q to connect to a live system can automatically connect to . Advisor to: Be a Good Samaritan or help in certain crashes. respond to an AMBER Alert. . Verify account information or Press > to connect to an OnStar update contact information. . Get assistance in severe weather or other crisis and Emergency Advisor. GPS . Get driving directions. Requires evacuation routes. technology is used to identify the a specific OnStar vehicle location and can provide subscription plan. important information to emergency . Receive On-Demand personnel. OnStar Emergency Diagnostics for a check of the Advisors are trained to provide vehicle’s key operating systems. assistance and link to existing public emergency service providers in emergency situations. With OnStar Crisis Assist, specially trained Crisis Advisors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to provide a central point of contact, assistance, and information if a crisis occurs. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
OnStar 14-3
Security 4. Follow the voice-guided 2. Say “Repeat.” System responds commands. with the last direction given, then OnStar provides services including responds with “OnStar ready,” Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Remote Using Voice Commands then a tone. Ignition Block, and Roadside During a Planned Route Assistance, if equipped. OnStar can Get My Destination unlock the vehicle doors remotely, Cancel Route 1. Press =. System responds: if equipped with automatic door = 1. Press . System responds: “OnStar ready,” then a tone. locks, and can help police locate the “OnStar ready,” then a tone. Say vehicle if it is stolen. “Cancel route.” System 2. Say “Get my destination.” System responds with the responds: “Do you want to Navigation cancel directions?” address and the distance to the destination, then responds with OnStar navigation requires a 2. Say “Yes.” System responds: “OnStar ready,” then a tone. specific OnStar subscription plan. “OK, request completed, thank Q you, goodbye.” Other Navigation Services Press to receive directions or Available from OnStar have them sent to the vehicle Route Preview navigation screen, if equipped. = OnStar eNav: Subscribers can Destinations can also be forwarded 1. Press . System responds: send destinations from to the vehicle from MapQuest.com. “OnStar ready,” then a tone. MapQuest.com to the vehicle 2. Say “Route preview.” System Turn-by-Turn Navigation or Turn-by-Turn Navigation responds with the next three screen-based navigation system (if equipped). When ready, the 1. Press Q to connect to a live maneuvers. directions will be downloaded to the Advisor. Repeat vehicle. 2. Request directions. 1. Press =. System responds: 3. Directions are downloaded to the “OnStar ready,” then a tone. vehicle. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
14-4 OnStar
Destination Download: Press Q, WiFi Connectivity (If Equipped) pressure (if the vehicle is equipped then request the Advisor to The vehicle has a WiFi hotspot that with the tire pressure monitoring download directions to the provides a high-speed, wireless system); or activate remote horn navigation system in the vehicle (if Internet connection to connect and lights. Also remote start the equipped). After the call ends, press multiple mobile devices (data plan vehicle (if factory equipped) or the “Go” button on the navigation required). unlock the doors from anywhere screen to begin driving directions. with a wireless connection (if 1. To retrieve WiFi hotspot equipped with automatic locks). If directions are downloaded to the information, press = and select With a required specific OnStar navigation system, the route can or say “WiFi settings.” subscription plan, a destination can only be canceled through the be sent to the vehicle. For OnStar navigation system. 2. The WiFi settings will display the RemoteLink information and WiFi network name/SSID, Destinations can also be compatibility, see www.onstar.com passphrase, and level of (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada). downloaded on the go. For encryption. information about eNav or ® 3. To change the SSID or OnStar RemoteLink Key Fob Destination Download, see Services www.onstar.com (U.S.) or passphrase, press Q or call www.onstar.ca (Canada). 1-888-4-ONSTAR to connect This feature is included for five with an Advisor. years and allows for remote door Connections lock/unlock (if equipped with OnStar RemoteLink® Mobile App automatic locks), remote start (if The required specific Onstar (If Equipped) factory equipped), or activation of subscription plan includes the Download the OnStar RemoteLink horn and lights from anywhere with services that follow to help mobile app to select Apple®, a wireless signal. Download the app customers stay connected. Android™, and BlackBerry® or and start using it any time during the For coverage maps, see Windows 7 or 8 mobile devices. trial period to get started. www.onstar.com (U.S.) or From the mobile device, check the www.onstar.ca (Canada). vehicle’s fuel level, oil life, or tire Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
OnStar 14-5
OnStar Hands-Free Calling 4. Say “Call.” System responds: 3. Say the entire number without OK, dialing 911. pausing. System responds: This service allows calls to be made “ ” “Please say the name tag.” and received from the vehicle. Retrieve My Number 4. Pick a name tag. System To Make a Call 1. Press =. System responds: responds: “About to store
14-6 OnStar
Vehicle Diagnostics OnStar Additional How OnStar Service Works OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics can Information Automatic Crash Response, perform a vehicle check every Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, month. It will check the engine, Transferring Service Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle transmission, antilock brakes, and Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, other major vehicle systems. It also Press Q to request account transfer Roadside Assistance, Turn-by-Turn checks the tire pressures, if the eligibility information. The Advisor Navigation, and Hands-Free Calling vehicle is equipped with the Tire can assist in canceling or removing are available on most vehicles. Not Pressure Monitoring System. If an account information. all OnStar services are available everywhere or on all vehicles. For On-Demand Diagnostics check is Selling/Transferring the needed, press Q, and an Advisor more information, a full description Vehicle of OnStar services, system can run a check. Call 1-888-4-ONSTAR immediately limitations, and OnStar terms and to terminate your OnStar services if conditions: the vehicle is disposed of, sold, . Call 1-888-4-ONSTAR transferred, or if the lease ends. (1-888-466-7827). Reactivation for Subsequent . See www.onstar.com (U.S.). Owners . See www.onstar.ca (Canada). Press Q and follow the prompts to . Call TTY 1-877-248-2080. speak to an Advisor as soon as possible. The Advisor will update . Press Q to speak with an vehicle records and explain the Advisor. OnStar service options available. OnStar services cannot work unless the vehicle is in a place where OnStar has an agreement with a wireless service provider for service Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
OnStar 14-7
in that area. The wireless service Services for People with OnStar Personal Identification provider must also have coverage, Disabilities Number (PIN) network capacity, reception, and technology compatible with OnStar Advisors provide services to help A PIN is needed to access some of services. Service involving location subscribers with physical disabilities the OnStar services, like Remote information about the vehicle cannot and medical conditions. Door Unlock and Stolen Vehicle Assistance. The PIN will need to be work unless GPS signals are Press Q for help with: available, unobstructed, and changed the first time when compatible with the OnStar . Locating a gas station with an speaking with an Advisor. To hardware. OnStar services may not attendant to pump gas. change the OnStar PIN, contact an Q work if the OnStar equipment is not . Finding a hotel, restaurant, etc., OnStar Advisor by pressing or properly installed or it has not been that meets accessibility needs. calling 1-888-4-ONSTAR. properly maintained. If equipment or software is added, connected, . Providing directions to the Warranty or modified, OnStar services may closest hospital or pharmacy in OnStar equipment may be not work. Other problems beyond urgent situations. warranted as part of the vehicle the control of OnStar may prevent TTY Users warranty. service such as hills, tall buildings, tunnels, weather, electrical system OnStar has the ability to Languages design and architecture of the communicate to deaf, The vehicle can be programmed to vehicle, damage to the vehicle in a hard-of-hearing, or speech-impaired respond in multiple languages. customers while in the vehicle. The crash, or wireless phone network Press Q and ask for an Advisor. congestion or jamming. available dealer-installed TTY system can provide in-vehicle Advisors are available in English, See Radio Frequency Statement on access to all of the OnStar services, Spanish, and French. Available page 13-12. except Virtual Advisor and OnStar languages may vary by country. Turn-by-Turn Navigation. Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
14-8 OnStar
Potential Issues A temporary loss of GPS can cause to function properly. These systems loss of the ability to send a may not operate if the battery is OnStar cannot perform Remote Turn-by-Turn Navigation route. The discharged or disconnected. Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Advisor may give a verbal route or Assistance after the vehicle has may ask for a call back after the Add-on Electrical Equipment been off continuously for five days. vehicle is driven into an open area. After five days, OnStar can contact The OnStar system is integrated into the electrical architecture of the Roadside Assistance and a Cellular and GPS Antennas locksmith to help gain access to the vehicle. Do not add any electrical vehicle. Do not place items over or near the equipment. See Add-On Electrical antenna to prevent blocking cellular Equipment on page 9-53. Added Global Positioning and GPS signal reception. Cellular electrical equipment may interfere System (GPS) reception is required for OnStar to with the operation of the OnStar send remote signals to the vehicle. system and cause it to not operate. . Obstruction of the GPS can occur in a large city with tall Unable to Connect to OnStar Privacy buildings; in parking garages; Message The complete OnStar Privacy around airports; in tunnels, Statement may be found at underpasses; or in an area with If there is limited cellular coverage www.onstar.com (U.S.), very dense trees. If GPS signals or the cellular network has reached or www.onstar.ca (Canada). We are not available, the OnStar maximum capacity, this message recommend that you review it. If you system should still operate to may come on. Press Q to try the have any questions, call call OnStar. However, OnStar call again or try again after driving a 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) could have difficulty identifying few miles into another cellular area. the exact location. or press Q to speak with an Vehicle and Power Issues Advisor. Users of wireless . In emergency situations, OnStar OnStar services require a vehicle communications are cautioned that can use the last stored GPS electrical system, wireless service, the privacy of any information sent location to send to emergency and GPS satellite technologies to be via wireless cellular communications responders. available and operating for features cannot be assured. Third parties Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (9,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
OnStar 14-9
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14-10 OnStar
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INDEX i-1
A Airbag System (cont'd) Appearance Care What Will You See after an Exterior ...... 10-73 Accessories and Airbag Inflates? ...... 3-27 Interior ...... 10-77 Modifications ...... 10-3 When Should an Airbag Armrest Storage ...... 4-2 Accessory Power ...... 9-19 Inflate? ...... 3-25 Assistance Program, Adaptive Forward Where Are the Airbags? ...... 3-23 Roadside ...... 13-5 Lighting (AFL) ...... 6-3 Airbags Audio Players ...... 7-11 Add-On Electrical Adding Equipment to the CD ...... 7-11 Equipment ...... 9-53 Vehicle ...... 3-33 MP3 ...... 7-12 Additional Information Passenger Status Indicator . . .5-14 Audio System OnStar® ...... 14-6 Readiness Light ...... 5-14 Radio Reception ...... 7-10 Additional Maintenance Servicing Airbag-Equipped Rear Seat (RSA) ...... 7-15 and Care ...... 11-8 Vehicles ...... 3-33 Theft-Deterrent Feature ...... 7-2 Adjustments System Check ...... 3-21 Automatic Lumbar, Front Seats ...... 3-4 Alarm Dimming Mirrors ...... 2-15 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine . . . . . 10-10 Vehicle Security ...... 2-11 Door Locks ...... 2-7 Air Filter, Passenger Alert Transmission ...... 9-22 Compartment ...... 8-9 Side Blind Zone (SBZA) ...... 9-36 Transmission Fluid ...... 10-10 Air Vents ...... 8-8 All-Season Tires ...... 10-36 Automatic Transmission Airbag System All-Wheel Drive ...... 9-26, 10-23 Manual Mode ...... 9-24 Check ...... 3-34 AM-FM Radio ...... 7-6 Shift Lock Control How Does an Airbag Antenna Function Check ...... 10-23 Restrain? ...... 3-26 Multi-band ...... 7-10 Auxiliary Passenger Sensing Antilock Brake Devices ...... 7-14 System ...... 3-28 System (ABS) ...... 9-26 What Makes an Airbag Warning Light ...... 5-19 Inflate? ...... 3-26 Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
i-2 INDEX
B Bulb Replacement (cont'd) Cargo High Intensity Discharge Cover ...... 4-3 Battery ...... 10-22 (HID) Lighting ...... 10-26 Management System ...... 4-3 Jump Starting ...... 10-66 License Plate Lamps ...... 10-26 Tie-Downs ...... 4-3 Load Management ...... 6-7 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Cautions, Danger, and Power Protection ...... 6-8 and Stoplamps ...... 10-26 Warnings ...... iv Voltage and Charging Buying New Tires ...... 10-50 CD Player ...... 7-11 Messages ...... 5-29 Center Console Storage ...... 4-2 Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . 10-24 Chains, Tire ...... 10-55 Bluetooth C Charging System Light ...... 5-15 Overview ...... 7-17 Calibration ...... 5-5 Check Brake California Engine Light ...... 5-15 System Warning Light ...... 5-18 Fuel Requirements ...... 9-43 Ignition Brakes ...... 10-20 Perchlorate Materials Transmission Lock ...... 10-23 Antilock ...... 9-26 Requirements ...... 10-3 Child Restraints Assist ...... 9-28 Warning ...... 10-2 Infants and Young Fluid ...... 10-21 Camera Children ...... 3-37 Parking ...... 9-27 Rear Vision (RVC) ...... 9-38 Lower Anchors and System Messages ...... 5-29 Canadian Vehicle Owners ...... iii Tethers for Children ...... 3-43 Braking ...... 9-3 Capacities and Older Children ...... 3-35 Break-In, New Vehicle ...... 9-14 Specifications ...... 12-2 Securing ...... 3-50, 3-52 Bulb Replacement ...... 10-27 Carbon Monoxide Systems ...... 3-40 Headlamp Aiming ...... 10-25 Engine Exhaust ...... 9-21 Circuit Breakers ...... 10-28 Headlamps ...... 10-26 Liftgate ...... 2-8 Winter Driving ...... 9-7 Cleaning Exterior Care ...... 10-73 Interior Care ...... 10-77 Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
INDEX i-3
Climate Control Systems Cooling System ...... 10-11 D Dual Automatic ...... 8-1 Engine Messages ...... 5-31 Damage Repair, Collision ...... 13-8 Rear ...... 8-6, 8-7 Courtesy Lamps ...... 6-5 Danger, Warnings, and Clock ...... 5-6 Courtesy Transportation Cautions ...... iv Cluster, Instrument ...... 5-10 Program ...... 13-7 Data Recorders, Event ...... 13-14 Collision Damage Repair ...... 13-8 Cover Daytime Running Lamps/ Compact Spare Tire ...... 10-65 Cargo ...... 4-3 Automatic Headlamp Compartments Engine ...... 10-6 System ...... 6-2 Storage ...... 4-1 Cruise Control ...... 9-30 Defensive Driving ...... 9-3 Compass ...... 5-5 Light ...... 5-23 Delayed Entry Lighting ...... 6-6 Connections Messages ...... 5-30 Delayed Exit Lighting ...... 6-6 OnStar® ...... 14-4 Cupholders ...... 4-2 Delayed Headlamps ...... 6-3 Control Customer Assistance ...... 13-4 Delayed Locking ...... 2-7 Traction and Electronic Offices ...... 13-3 Devices Stability ...... 9-28 Text Telephone (TTY) Auxiliary ...... 7-14 Control of a Vehicle ...... 9-3 Users ...... 13-4 Distracted Driving ...... 9-2 Convenience Net ...... 4-4 Customer Information Dome Lamps ...... 6-5 Convex Mirrors ...... 2-14 Service Publications Door Coolant Ordering Information ...... 13-11 Ajar Messages ...... 5-30 Customer Satisfaction Engine ...... 10-12 Delayed Locking ...... 2-7 Engine Temperature Procedure ...... 13-1 Locks ...... 2-6 Gauge ...... 5-12 Power Locks ...... 2-6 Engine Temperature Drive Belt Routing, Engine . . . . . 12-4 Warning Light ...... 5-21 Drive Systems All-Wheel Drive ...... 9-26, 10-23 Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
i-4 INDEX
Driver Information Electrical System (cont'd) Engine (cont'd) Center (DIC) ...... 5-23 Fuses and Circuit Overheated Protection Driving Breakers ...... 10-28 Operating Mode ...... 10-18 Characteristics and Instrument Panel Fuse Overheating ...... 10-16 Towing Tips ...... 9-46 Block ...... 10-32 Power Messages ...... 5-32 Defensive ...... 9-3 Overload ...... 10-28 Pressure Light ...... 5-22 Drunk ...... 9-3 Emergency Running While Parked ...... 9-22 For Better Fuel Economy . . . . .1-22 OnStar® ...... 14-2 Starting ...... 9-16 Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 9-6 Engine Entry Lighting ...... 6-6 If the Vehicle is Stuck ...... 9-9 Air Cleaner/Filter ...... 10-10 Equipment, Towing ...... 9-51 Loss of Control ...... 9-5 Check and Service Engine Event Data Recorders ...... 13-14 Off-Road Recovery ...... 9-5 Soon Light ...... 5-15 Extender, Safety Belt ...... 3-20 Vehicle Load Limits ...... 9-9 Compartment Overview ...... 10-5 Exterior Lamp Controls ...... 6-1 Wet Roads ...... 9-6 Coolant ...... 10-12 Winter ...... 9-7 Coolant Temperature F Dual Automatic Climate Gauge ...... 5-12 Features Control System ...... 8-1 Coolant Temperature Memory ...... 1-7 Warning Light ...... 5-21 Filter, E Cooling System ...... 10-11 Engine Air Cleaner ...... 10-10 Electrical Equipment, Cooling System Messages . . .5-31 Flash-to-Pass ...... 6-2 Add-On ...... 9-53 Cover ...... 10-6 Flashers, Hazard Warning ...... 6-3 Electrical System Drive Belt Routing ...... 12-4 Flat Tire ...... 10-56 Engine Compartment Exhaust ...... 9-21 Changing ...... 10-57 Fuse Block ...... 10-28 Heater ...... 9-17 Floor Mats ...... 10-81 Oil Life System ...... 10-9 Oil Messages ...... 5-31 Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
INDEX i-5
Fluid Fuses Glove Box ...... 4-2 Automatic Transmission . . . . 10-10 Engine Compartment GM Mobility Reimbursement Brakes ...... 10-21 Fuse Block ...... 10-28 Program ...... 13-5 Power Steering ...... 10-18 Fuses and Circuit Washer ...... 10-19 Breakers ...... 10-28 H Folding Mirrors ...... 2-15 Instrument Panel Fuse Hazard Warning Flashers ...... 6-3 Forward Collision Alert Block ...... 10-32 Head Restraints ...... 3-2 (FCA) System ...... 9-33 Headlamps Frequency Statement G Adaptive Forward Radio ...... 13-12 Garage Door Opener ...... 5-45 Lighting (AFL) ...... 6-3 Front Seats Programming ...... 5-45 Aiming ...... 10-25 Heated and Cooled ...... 3-7 Gauges Bulb Replacement ...... 10-26 Fuel ...... 9-42 Engine Coolant Daytime Running Lamps/ Additives ...... 9-43 Temperature ...... 5-12 Automatic Headlamp Economy Driving ...... 1-22 Fuel ...... 5-11 System ...... 6-2 Filling a Portable Fuel Odometer ...... 5-11 Delayed ...... 6-3 Container ...... 9-45 Speedometer ...... 5-11 Flash-to-Pass ...... 6-2 Filling the Tank ...... 9-43 Tachometer ...... 5-11 High Intensity Discharge Foreign Countries ...... 9-43 Voltmeter ...... 5-12 (HID) Lighting ...... 10-26 Gauge ...... 5-11 Warning Lights and High-Beam On Light ...... 5-23 Requirements, California . . . . .9-43 Indicators ...... 5-9 High/Low Beam Changer ...... 6-2 System Messages ...... 5-32 General Information Heated and Cooled Front Service and Maintenance . . . . . 11-1 Seats ...... 3-7 Towing ...... 9-46 Heated Mirrors ...... 2-15 Vehicle Care ...... 10-2 Heater Engine ...... 9-17 Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
i-6 INDEX
High Voltage Devices and J LATCH System Wiring ...... 10-27 Replacing Parts after a Jump Starting ...... 10-66 High-Beam On Light ...... 5-23 Crash ...... 3-49 Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 9-6 LATCH, Lower Anchors and Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...... 9-28 K Tethers for Children ...... 3-43 Hood ...... 10-4 Key and Lock Messages ...... 5-32 Liftgate ...... 2-8 Horn ...... 5-3 Keyless Entry Lighting How to Wear Safety Belts Remote (RKE) System ...... 2-2 Adaptive Forward ...... 6-3 Properly ...... 3-14 Keys ...... 2-1 Delayed Entry ...... 6-6 Delayed Exit ...... 6-6 I L Entry ...... 6-6 Ignition Positions ...... 9-14 Labeling, Tire Sidewall ...... 10-37 Illumination Control ...... 6-4 Ignition Transmission Lock Lamps Parade Dimming ...... 6-7 Check ...... 10-23 Courtesy ...... 6-5 Lights Immobilizer ...... 2-13 Dome ...... 6-5 Airbag Readiness ...... 5-14 Indicator Exterior Controls ...... 6-1 Antilock Brake System Vehicle Ahead ...... 5-20 License Plate ...... 10-26 (ABS) Warning ...... 5-19 Infants and Young Children, Malfunction Indicator ...... 5-15 Brake System Warning ...... 5-18 Restraints ...... 3-37 Messages ...... 5-33 Charging System ...... 5-15 Infotainment ...... 7-1 Reading ...... 6-5 Cruise Control ...... 5-23 Infotainment System ...... 13-15 Lane Departure Engine Coolant Instrument Cluster ...... 5-10 Warning (LDW) ...... 9-40 Temperature Warning ...... 5-21 Instrument Panel Lane Departure Warning Engine Oil Pressure ...... 5-22 Storage Area ...... 4-1 Light ...... 5-20 Flash-to-Pass ...... 6-2 Interior Rearview Mirrors ...... 2-16 Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 3-15 High-Beam On ...... 5-23 Introduction ...... iii High/Low Beam Changer ...... 6-2 Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
INDEX i-7
Lights (cont'd) M Messages (cont'd) Lane Departure Warning ...... 5-20 Lamp ...... 5-33 Maintenance Safety Belt Reminders ...... 5-13 Object Detection System . . . . .5-33 Records ...... 11-14 Security ...... 5-22 Ride Control System ...... 5-35 Maintenance and Care StabiliTrak® Indicator ...... 5-20 Security ...... 5-35 Additional ...... 11-8 Tire Pressure ...... 5-21 Service Vehicle ...... 5-35 Maintenance Schedule ...... 11-3 Tow/Haul Mode ...... 5-19 Tire ...... 5-36 Recommended Fluids Locks Transmission ...... 5-37 and Lubricants ...... 11-12 Automatic Door ...... 2-7 Vehicle ...... 5-29 Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . 5-15 Delayed Locking ...... 2-7 Vehicle Reminder ...... 5-38 Manual Mode ...... 9-24 Door ...... 2-6 Vehicle Speed ...... 5-38 Memory Features ...... 1-7 Lockout Protection ...... 2-7 Washer Fluid ...... 5-38 Memory Seats ...... 3-5 Power Door ...... 2-6 Mirrors Messages Safety ...... 2-7 Automatic Dimming ...... 2-15 Airbag System ...... 5-35 Loss of Control ...... 9-5 Automatic Dimming Battery Voltage and Lower Anchors and Tethers Rearview ...... 2-16 Charging ...... 5-29 for Children (LATCH Convex ...... 2-14 Brake System ...... 5-29 System) ...... 3-43 Folding ...... 2-15 Door Ajar ...... 5-30 Lumbar Adjustment ...... 3-4 Heated ...... 2-15 Engine Cooling System ...... 5-31 Front Seats ...... 3-4 Park Tilt ...... 2-15 Engine Oil ...... 5-31 Power ...... 2-14 Engine Power ...... 5-32 Mirrors, Interior Rearview ...... 2-16 Fuel System ...... 5-32 Monitor System, Tire Key and Lock ...... 5-32 Pressure ...... 10-44 Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
i-8 INDEX
MP3 ...... 7-12 OnStar® Additional P Multi-band Antenna ...... 7-10 Information ...... 14-6 Parade Dimming ...... 6-7 OnStar® Connections ...... 14-4 Park OnStar® Emergency ...... 14-2 N Shifting Into ...... 9-19 OnStar® Navigation ...... 14-3 Navigation ® Shifting Out of ...... 9-20 ® OnStar Overview ...... 14-1 OnStar ...... 14-3 Tilt Mirrors ...... 2-15 OnStar® Security ...... 14-3 Net, Convenience ...... 4-4 Parking OnStar® Vehicle New Vehicle Break-In ...... 9-14 Brake ...... 9-27 Diagnostics ...... 14-6 Brake and P (Park) Operating Mode Mechanism Check ...... 10-24 O Overheated Engine Over Things That Burn ...... 9-21 Object Detection System Protection ...... 10-18 Parking Assist ...... 9-35 Messages ...... 5-33 Operation, Infotainment Passenger Airbag Status Odometer ...... 5-11 System ...... 7-3 Indicator ...... 5-14 Off-Road Ordering Passenger Compartment Air Recovery ...... 9-5 Service Publications ...... 13-11 Filter ...... 8-9 Oil Outlets Passenger Sensing System . . . 3-28 Engine ...... 10-7 Power ...... 5-7 Perchlorate Materials Engine Oil Life System ...... 10-9 Overheated Engine Messages ...... 5-31 Requirements, California . . . . . 10-3 Protection Personalization Pressure Light ...... 5-22 Operating Mode ...... 10-18 Vehicle ...... 5-38 Older Children, Restraints . . . . . 3-35 Overheating, Engine ...... 10-16 Phone Online Owner Center ...... 13-4 Overview, Infotainment Bluetooth ...... 7-17 OnStar ...... 13-15 System ...... 7-3 OnStar® System, In Brief ...... 1-22 Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (9,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
INDEX i-9
Power Radios Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Door Locks ...... 2-6 AM-FM Radio ...... 7-6 System ...... 2-2 Mirrors ...... 2-14 Reception ...... 7-10 Remote Vehicle Start ...... 2-4 Outlets ...... 5-7 Satellite ...... 7-9 Replacement Bulbs ...... 10-27 Protection, Battery ...... 6-8 Reading Lamps ...... 6-5 Replacement Parts Retained Accessory (RAP) . . .9-19 Rear Climate Control Airbags ...... 3-34 Seat Adjustment ...... 3-3 System ...... 8-6, 8-7 Maintenance ...... 11-13 Steering Fluid ...... 10-18 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) Replacing Airbag System ...... 3-34 Windows ...... 2-17 System ...... 7-15 Replacing LATCH System Pregnancy, Using Safety Rear Seat Entertainment System Parts after a Crash ...... 3-49 Belts ...... 3-19 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) ...... 7-15 Replacing Safety Belt Privacy Rear Seats ...... 3-8 System Parts after a Crash . . . 3-20 Vehicle Data Recording . . . . . 13-14 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . 9-38 Reporting Safety Defects Program Rear Window Washer/Wiper . . . . 5-4 Canadian Government ...... 13-13 Courtesy Transportation ...... 13-7 Rearview Mirrors General Motors ...... 13-13 Proposition 65 Warning, Automatic Dimming ...... 2-16 U.S. Government ...... 13-12 California ...... 10-2 Reclining Seatbacks ...... 3-4 Restraints Recommended Fluids and Where to Put ...... 3-41 R Lubricants ...... 11-12 Retained Accessory Radio Frequency Records Power (RAP) ...... 9-19 Identification (RFID) ...... 13-12 Maintenance ...... 11-14 Ride Control Systems Radio Frequency Recreational Vehicle Messages ...... 5-35 Statement ...... 13-12 Towing ...... 10-70 Roads Reimbursement Program, Driving, Wet ...... 9-6 GM Mobility ...... 13-5 Roadside Assistance Program ...... 13-5 Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (10,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
i-10 INDEX
Roof Seats Service (cont'd) Sunroof ...... 2-19 Head Restraints ...... 3-2 Publications Ordering Roof Rack System ...... 4-5 Lumbar Adjustment, Front . . . . . 3-4 Information ...... 13-11 Rotation, Tires ...... 10-48 Memory ...... 3-5 Scheduling Appointments . . . . .13-7 Routing, Engine Drive Belt . . . . . 12-4 Power Adjustment, Front ...... 3-3 Vehicle Messages ...... 5-35 Running the Vehicle While Rear ...... 3-8 Services Parked ...... 9-22 Reclining Seatbacks ...... 3-4 Special Application ...... 11-8 Third Row Seat ...... 3-10 Servicing the Airbag ...... 3-33 S Securing Child Settings ...... 7-24 Safety Belts ...... 3-13 Restraints ...... 3-50, 3-52 Shift Lock Control Function Care ...... 3-20 Security Check, Automatic Extender ...... 3-20 Light ...... 5-22 Transmission ...... 10-23 Messages ...... 5-35 Shifting How to Wear Safety Belts ® Properly ...... 3-14 OnStar ...... 14-3 Into Park ...... 9-19 Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 3-15 Vehicle ...... 2-11 Out of Park ...... 9-20 Reminders ...... 5-13 Vehicle Alarm ...... 2-11 Side Blind Zone Replacing after a Crash ...... 3-20 Service Alert (SBZA) ...... 9-36 Use During Pregnancy ...... 3-19 Accessories and Signals, Turn and Safety Defects Reporting Modifications ...... 10-3 Lane-Change ...... 6-4 Canadian Government ...... 13-13 Doing Your Own Work ...... 10-3 Spare Tire General Motors ...... 13-13 Engine Soon Light ...... 5-15 Compact ...... 10-65 U.S. Government ...... 13-12 Maintenance Records ...... 11-14 Special Application Services . . . 11-8 Safety Locks ...... 2-7 Maintenance, General Specifications and Safety System Check ...... 3-20 Information ...... 11-1 Capacities ...... 12-2 Satellite Radio ...... 7-9 Parts Identification Label . . . . .12-1 Speedometer ...... 5-11 Scheduling Appointments ...... 13-7 StabiliTrak Indicator Light ...... 5-20 Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (11,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
INDEX i-11
Start Assist, Hills ...... 9-28 System Tires (cont'd) Start Vehicle, Remote ...... 2-4 Forward Collision Inspection ...... 10-48 Starter Switch Check ...... 10-23 Alert (FCA) ...... 9-33 Messages ...... 5-36 Starting the Engine ...... 9-16 Infotainment ...... 7-1, 13-15 Pressure Light ...... 5-21 Steering ...... 9-4 Roof Rack ...... 4-5 Pressure Monitor System . . . 10-44 Fluid, Power ...... 10-18 Rotation ...... 10-48 Wheel Adjustment ...... 5-2 T Sidewall Labeling ...... 10-37 Wheel Controls ...... 5-3 Tachometer ...... 5-11 Terminology and Storage Areas Taillamps Definitions ...... 10-40 Armrest ...... 4-2 Turn Signal and Uniform Tire Quality Cargo Cover ...... 4-3 Stoplamps ...... 10-26 Grading ...... 10-52 Cargo Management System . . . 4-3 Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . 13-4 Wheel Alignment and Tire Center Console ...... 4-2 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...... 2-13 Balance ...... 10-54 Convenience Net ...... 4-4 Immobilizer ...... 2-13 Wheel Replacement ...... 10-54 Glove Box ...... 4-2 Third-Row Seats ...... 3-10 When It Is Time for New Instrument Panel ...... 4-1 Time ...... 5-6 Tires ...... 10-50 Roof Rack System ...... 4-5 Tires ...... 10-35 Winter ...... 10-36 Storage Compartments ...... 4-1 All-Season ...... 10-36 Tow/Haul Mode ...... 9-25 Stuck Vehicle ...... 9-9 Buying New Tires ...... 10-50 Tow/Haul Mode Light ...... 5-19 Summer Tires ...... 10-36 Chains ...... 10-55 Towing Sun Visors ...... 2-18 Changing ...... 10-57 Driving Characteristics ...... 9-46 Sunroof ...... 2-19 Compact Spare ...... 10-65 Equipment ...... 9-51 Symbols ...... iv Designations ...... 10-39 General Information ...... 9-46 Different Size ...... 10-52 Recreational Vehicle ...... 10-70 If a Tire Goes Flat ...... 10-56 Trailer ...... 9-49 Inflation Monitor System . . . . 10-45 Vehicle ...... 10-70 Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (12,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
i-12 INDEX
Traction Control/Electronic V Visors ...... 2-18 Stability Control ...... 9-28 Voltage Devices and Vehicle Trademarks and License Wiring ...... 10-27 Alarm System ...... 2-11 Agreements ...... 7-26 Voltmeter Gauge ...... 5-12 Canadian Owners ...... iii Trailer Control ...... 9-3 Towing ...... 9-49 Identification W Transmission Number (VIN) ...... 12-1 Warning Automatic ...... 9-22 Load Limits ...... 9-9 Brake System Light ...... 5-18 Fluid, Automatic ...... 10-10 Messages ...... 5-29 Lane Departure (LDW) ...... 9-40 Messages ...... 5-37 Personalization ...... 5-38 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Transportation Program, Reminder Messages ...... 5-38 Indicators ...... 5-9 Courtesy ...... 13-7 Remote Start ...... 2-4 Warnings ...... iv Turn and Lane-Change Security ...... 2-11 Cautions and Danger ...... iv Signals ...... 6-4 Speed Messages ...... 5-38 Hazard Flashers ...... 6-3 Towing ...... 10-70 Washer Fluid ...... 10-19 U Vehicle Ahead Indicator ...... 5-20 Messages ...... 5-38 Uniform Tire Quality Vehicle Care Wheels Grading ...... 10-52 Tire Pressure ...... 10-42 Alignment and Tire Universal Remote System . . . . . 5-45 Vehicle Data Recording Balance ...... 10-54 Operation ...... 5-48 and Privacy ...... 13-14 Different Size ...... 10-52 Programming ...... 5-45 Vehicle Diagnostics Replacement ...... 10-54 Using This Manual ...... iii OnStar® ...... 14-6 When It Is Time for New Ventilation, Air ...... 8-8 Tires ...... 10-50 Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (13,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
INDEX i-13
Where to Put the Restraint . . . . 3-41 Windows ...... 2-16 Power ...... 2-17 Windshield Replacement ...... 10-25 Wiper/Washer ...... 5-3 Winter Driving ...... 9-7 Winter Tires ...... 10-36 Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . 10-24 Wipers Rear Washer ...... 5-4 Wiring, High Voltage Devices ...... 10-27 Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (14,1) 7576029) - 2015 - CRC - 8/15/14
i-14 INDEX
2 NOTES