Buick Encore: Bluetooth (Pairing and Using a Phone for 7 Inch Screen) / Switching to Handset or Handsfree Mode

Buick Encore 2020-2026 Owner's Manual / Infotainment System / Phone / Bluetooth (Pairing and Using a Phone for 7 Inch Screen) / Switching to Handset or Handsfree Mode

To switch between handset or handsfree mode:

While the active call is hands-free, touch the Handset option to switch to the handset mode.
The mute icon will not be available or functional while Handset mode is active.
While the active call is on the handset, touch the Handset option to switch to the hands-free mode.

Pairing

A Bluetooth-enabled mobile device must be paired to the Bluetooth system and then connected to the vehicle before it can be used. See the mobile device manufacturer's user guide for Bluetooth functions before pairing the device...

Making a Call Using Contacts and Recent Calls

Calls can be made through the Bluetooth system using personal cell phone contact information for all cell phones that support the Phone Book feature...

Other information:

Buick Encore 2020-2026 Owner's Manual: Older Children

Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle’s seat belts. The manufacturer instructions that come with the booster seat state the weight and height limitations for that booster. Use a booster seat with a lap-shoulder belt until the child passes the fit test below: Sit all the way back on the seat...

Buick Encore 2020-2026 Owner's Manual: Ignition Positions

The vehicle has an electronic keyless ignition with pushbutton start. The RKE transmitter must be in the vehicle for the system to operate. If the vehicle is not working, the vehicle may be near a strong antenna signal causing interference to the Keyless Access system...