Buick Encore: Driving and Operating / Drive Systems

Buick Encore 2020-2026 Owner's Manual / Driving and Operating / Drive Systems

All-Wheel Drive

If equipped, this feature transfers engine power, as required, to all four wheels. It is fully automatic, and adjusts itself as needed for road conditions.

When using a compact spare tire on an All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicle, the system automatically detects the compact spare and disables AWD to protect the system. A Driver Information Center (DIC) message will display on the instrument cluster. See Vehicle Messages. To restore AWD operation and prevent excessive wear on the system, replace the compact spare with a full-size tire as soon as possible. See Compact Spare Tire.

AWD will be disabled and the message will display if there is excessive wheel spin. When the system cools down, AWD will be restored.

    Manual Mode

    Driver Shift Control (DSC) DSC allows you to shift an automatic transmission similar to a manual transmission. To use the DSC feature: Move the shift lever from D (Drive) rearward to M (Manual Mode)...

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    Buick Encore 2020-2026 Owner's Manual: Scheduling Service Appointments


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    Lap-Shoulder Belt

    All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt.

    The following instructions explain how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly.

    Adjust the seat, if the seat is adjustable, so you can sit up straight. To see how, see “Seats” in the Index.

    Buick Encore. Lap-Shoulder Belt

    Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted.

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