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...

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Buick Encore 2020-2026 Owner's Manual: Vehicle Personalization (8 Inch Screen)

Use the audio system controls to access the personalization menus for customizing vehicle features. To see if your vehicle has the 8 inch screen, see Overview (8 Inch Screen). The following are all possible personalization features. Depending on the vehicle, some may not be available...

Buick Encore 2020-2026 Owner's Manual: Cybersecurity

GM collects information about the use of your vehicle including operational and safety related information. We collect this information to provide, evaluate, improve, and troubleshoot our products and services and to develop new products and services...