Buick Encore: Wheels and Tires / Tire Chains

Buick Encore 2020-2023 Owner's Manual / Vehicle Care / Wheels and Tires / Tire Chains

Warning

Do not use tire chains. There is not enough clearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes, suspension, or other vehicle parts. The area damaged by the tire chains could cause loss of control and a crash.

Use another type of traction device only if its manufacturer recommends it for the vehicle's tire size combination and road conditions. Follow that manufacturer's instructions. To avoid vehicle damage, drive slow and readjust or remove the traction device if it contacts the vehicle. Do not spin the wheels. If traction devices are used, install them on the front tires.

Wheel Replacement

Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts should be replaced...

If a Tire Goes Flat

It is unusual for a tire to blow out while driving, especially if the tires are maintained properly. See Tires. If air goes out of a tire, it is much more likely to leak out slowly...

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Buick Encore 2020-2023 Owner's Manual: Accepting or Declining a Call

When an incoming call is received, the infotainment system mutes and a ring tone is heard in the vehicle. Accepting a Call To accept a call: Press on the steering wheel controls. Touch Answer on the infotainment display. Declining a Call To decline a call: Press on the steering wheel controls...

Buick Encore 2020-2023 Owner's Manual: Power Seat Adjustment

Warning The power seats will work with the ignition off. Children could operate the power seats and be injured. Never leave children alone in the vehicle. To adjust a power seat: Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward...