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

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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...

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