Buick Encore: Child Restraints / Head Restraint Removal and Reinstallation

Buick Encore 2020-2023 Owner's Manual / Seats and Restraints / Child Restraints / Head Restraint Removal and Reinstallation

The rear outboard head restraints can be removed if they interfere with the proper installation of the child restraint.

To remove the head restraint:

Partially fold the seatback forward. See Rear Seats.
Press both buttons on the head restraint posts at the same time, and pull up on the head restraint.
Store the head restraint in a secure place.
When the child restraint is removed, reinstall the head restraint before the seating position is used.

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 adjusted properly.

To reinstall the head restraint:

Buick Encore. Head Restraint Removal and Reinstallation

Insert the head restraint posts into the holes in the top of the seatback. The notches on the posts must face the driver side of the vehicle.
Push the head restraint down.
If necessary, press the height adjustment release button to further lower the head restraint. See Rear Seats.
Try to move the head restraint to make sure it is locked in place.

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