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: Filling the Tank (Capped Fuel Fill)

An arrow on the fuel gauge indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel door is on. See Fuel Gauge. Warning Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn violently and can cause injury or death. Follow these guidelines to help avoid injuries to you and others: Read and follow all the instructions on the fuel pump island...

Buick Encore 2020-2026 Owner's Manual: Infants and Young Children

Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle...