Buick Encore: Vehicle Identification / Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

Buick Encore 2020-2024 Owner's Manual / Technical Data / Vehicle Identification / Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

Buick Encore. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

This legal identifier is in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver side of the vehicle. It can be seen through the windshield from outside. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) also appears on the Vehicle Certification label and certificates of title and registration.

Engine Identification

The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code. This code identifies the vehicle's engine, specifications, and replacement parts. See “Engine Specifications” under Capacities and Specifications 0 280 for the vehicle's engine code.

Vehicle Identification

Service Parts Identification

There may be a large barcode on the certification label on the center pillar that you can scan for the following information: Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Model designation Paint information Production options If there is not a large barcode on this label, then you will find this same information on a label inside the glove box...

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Buick Encore 2020-2024 Owner's Manual: Loss of Control

Skidding There are three types of skids that correspond to the vehicle's three control systems: Braking Skid — wheels are not rolling. Steering or Cornering Skid — too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force...

Buick Encore 2020-2024 Owner's Manual: Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)

This light is part of the vehicle’s emission control on-board diagnostic system. If this light is on while the engine is running, a malfunction has been detected and the vehicle may require service. The light should come on to show that it is working when the ignition is in Service Mode...