Buick Encore: Vehicle Checks / Windshield Replacement

Buick Encore 2020-2026 Owner's Manual / Vehicle Care / Vehicle Checks / Windshield Replacement

Driver Assistance Systems

When a windshield replacement is needed and the vehicle is equipped with a front-looking camera sensor for the Driver Assistance Systems, the windshield must be installed according to GM specifications for these systems to work properly. If it is not, there may be unexpected behavior and/or messages from these systems.

Acoustic Windshield

The vehicle is equipped with an acoustic windshield. If the windshield needs to be replaced, be sure to get an acoustic windshield so you will continue to have the benefits an acoustic windshield can provide.

Wiper Blade Replacement

Windshield wiper blades should be replaced periodically. See Maintenance Schedule. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways...

Gas Strut(s)

This vehicle is equipped with gas strut(s) to provide assistance in lifting and holding open the hood/trunk/liftgate system in full open position. Warning If the gas struts that hold open the hood, trunk, and/or liftgate fail, you or others could be seriously injured...

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Buick Encore 2020-2026 Owner's Manual: Brake Fluid

The brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with GM approved DOT 4 brake fluid as indicated on the reservoir cap. See Engine Compartment Overview for the location of the reservoir. Checking Brake Fluid With the vehicle in P (Park) on a level surface, the brake fluid level should be between the minimum and maximum marks on the brake fluid reservoir...

Buick Encore 2020-2026 Owner's Manual: Three-Way Calling

Three-way calling must be supported on the Bluetooth phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier to work. To start a three-way call while in a current call: In the Call View, touch Add to add another call. Initiate the second call by selecting from Recent, Contacts, or Keypad...