Buick Encore: Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators / Charging System Light

Buick Encore 2020-2026 Owner's Manual / Instruments and Controls / Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators / Charging System Light

Buick Encore. Charging System Light

The charging system light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on, but the engine is not running, as a check to show the light is working. It should go out when the engine is started.

If the light stays on, or comes on while driving, there may be a problem with the electrical charging system. Have it checked by your dealer. Driving while this light is on could drain the battery.

When this light comes on, or is flashing, the Driver Information Center (DIC) also displays a message. If a short distance must be driven with the light on, be sure to turn off all accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner.

    Passenger Airbag Status Indicator

    The vehicle has a passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System for important safety information. The instrument panel has a passenger airbag status indicator...

    Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)

    This light is part of the vehicle’s emission control on-board diagnostic system. If this light is on while the engine is running, a malfunction has been detected and the vehicle may require service...

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    Buick Encore 2020-2026 Owner's Manual: Exit Lighting


    Some exterior lamps and interior lights come on at night, or in areas with limited lighting, when the driver door is opened after the ignition is turned off. The interior lamps come on after the ignition is turned off. The exterior lamps and interior lamps remain on for a set amount of time, then automatically turn off...

    Buick Encore 2020-2026 Owner's Manual: Automatic Transmission


    The selected gear is also shown in the instrument cluster. P : This position locks the drive wheels. Use P (Park) when starting the engine because the vehicle cannot move easily. Warning It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set...

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    Buick Encore. Where Are the Airbags?

    The driver frontal airbag is in the center of the steering wheel.

    The front outboard passenger frontal airbag is in the passenger side instrument panel.

    Buick Encore. Where Are the Airbags?

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