2009 BUICK ENCLAVE warning light

Seats and Restraint
System............................... 1-1
Head Restraints
.............. 1-2
Front Seats
.................... 1-3
Rear Seats
.................... 1-8
Safety Belts
..................1-12
Child Restraints
.............1-26
Airbag System
..............1-45
Restraint System
Check
......................1-58
Features and Controls...... 2-1
Keys
............................. 2-2
Doors and Locks
............ 2-8
Windows
......................2-14
Theft-Deterrent
Systems
...................2-16
Starting and Operating Your
Vehicle
.....................2-20
Mirrors
.........................2-31
Object Detection
Systems
...................2-34
OnStar
®System
............2-41
Universal Home Remote
System
.....................2-44Storage Areas
...............2-49
Sunroof
........................2-53
Instrument Panel............... 3-1
Instrument Panel
Overview
.................... 3-4
Climate Controls
............3-20
Warning Lights, Gages, and
Indicators
..................3-28
Driver Information
Center (DIC)
.............3-41
Audio System(s)
............3-64
Driving Your Vehicle......... 4-1
Your Driving, the Road,
and the Vehicle
........... 4-1
Towing
........................4-21
Service and
Appearance Care............... 5-1
Service
.......................... 5-3
Fuel
.............................. 5-5
Checking Things Under
the Hood
.................... 5-9
All-Wheel Drive
.............5-32Headlamp Aiming
..........5-33
Bulb Replacement
.........5-33
Windshield
Replacement
.............5-35
Windshield Wiper Blade
Replacement
.............5-36
Tires
...........................5-36
Appearance Care
..........5-83
Vehicle Identication
......5-90
Electrical System
...........5-91
Capacities and
Specications
............5-98
Maintenance Schedule...... 6-1
Maintenance Schedule
..... 6-1
Customer Assistance
Information........................ 7-1
Customer Assistance and
Information
................. 7-1
Reporting Safety
Defects
.....................7-12
Vehicle Data Recording
and Privacy
...............7-14
Index....................................i-1
2009 Buick Enclave Owner ManualM

Vehicle Symbol Chart
Here are some additional symbols
that may be found on the vehicle
and what they mean. For more
information on the symbol, refer to
the index.
9:Airbag Readiness Light
#:Air Conditioning
!:Antilock Brake System (ABS)
g:Audio Steering Wheel
Controls or OnStar®
$:Brake System Warning Light
":Charging System
I:Cruise Control
B:Engine Coolant Temperature
O:Exterior Lamps
#:Fog Lamps
.:Fuel Gage
+:Fuses
i:Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer
j:LATCH System Child Restraints
*:Malfunction Indicator Lamp
::Oil Pressure
g:Outside Power Foldaway
Mirrors
}:Power
/:Remote Vehicle Start
>:Safety Belt Reminders
7:Tire Pressure Monitor
_:Tow/Haul Mode
F:Traction Control
M:Windshield Washer Fluid
iv Preface

The rear window defogger and
heated mirrors, if the vehicle has
them, turn on during colder outside
temperatures and turn off when
the key is turned to ON/RUN.
Laws in some communities may
restrict the use of remote starters.
For example, some laws may
require a person using the remote
start to have the vehicle in view
when doing so. Check local
regulations for any requirements
on remote starting of vehicles.
Do not use the remote start
feature if the vehicle is low on fuel.
The vehicle could run out of fuel.
If the vehicle has the remote
start feature, the RKE transmitter
functions have an increased
range of operation. However, the
range may be less while the vehicle
is running.There are other conditions which
can affect the performance of
the transmitter, seeRemote Keyless
Entry (RKE) System on page 2-3
for additional information.
/(Remote Start):This button is
located on the RKE transmitter if the
vehicle has remote start.
To start the vehicle:
1. Aim the transmitter at the
vehicle.
2. Press and release
Q, then
immediately press and hold
/until the parking lamps ash.
If the vehicle’s lights can not
be seen, press and hold
/for
at least four seconds. The
vehicle’s doors lock. When the
vehicle starts, the parking
lamps turn on and remain on
while the vehicle is running.
Pressing
/again, after the
vehicle has started, shuts the
vehicle off.3. If it is the rst remote start since
the vehicle has been driven,
repeat these steps while the
engine is still running, to extend
the time by 10 minutes for the
engine to continue to run. Remote
start can be extended one time.
After entering the vehicle during a
remote start, insert and turn the key
to the ON/RUN position to drive
the vehicle.
If the vehicle is left running it
automatically shuts off after
10 minutes unless a time extension
has been done.
To manually shut off a remote start:
Aim the RKE transmitter at the
vehicle and press
/until the
parking lamps turn off.
Turn on the hazard warning
ashers.
Turn the ignition switch on and
then off.
2-6 Features and Controls

The liftgate can also be closed by
pressing the power liftgate button
next to the liftgate latch. Press the
button a second time during liftgate
operation to reverse that operation.
The power liftgate may be
temporarily disabled under extreme
temperatures, or under low battery
conditions. If this occurs, the liftgate
can still be operated manually.If the transmission is shifted out of
P (Park) while the power function
is in progress, the liftgate power
function will continue to completion.
If the transmission is shifted out
of P (Park) and is accelerated before
the power liftgate latches closed,
the liftgate may reverse to the open
position. Cargo could fall out of
the vehicle. The power liftgate must
be closed and latched before
driving away.
If you power open the liftgate and
the liftgate support struts have lost
pressure, the lights will ash and a
chime will sound. The liftgate will
stay open temporarily, then slowly
close. See your dealer/retailer for
service before using the liftgate.Obstacle Detection Features
A warning chime sounds and the
liftgate automatically reverses
direction to the full closed or open
position if an obstruction is in
the way. After removing the
obstruction, the power liftgate
feature can be used again.
If the liftgate comes across more
obstacles on the same power cycle,
the power function deactivates,
and you must manually open
or close the liftgate. A message
displays, LIFTGATE OPEN to
indicate that the liftgate is open.
SeeDriver Information Center (DIC)
on page 3-41for more information.
After removing the obstructions,
manually open the liftgate to the full
open position or close the liftgate
to the fully closed and latched
position. The liftgate resumes
normal power operation. Power Liftgate Button Near
Liftgate Latch
2-12 Features and Controls

Ignition Positions
The ignition switch has four different
positions.
In order to shift out of P (Park), the
ignition must be in ON/RUN or
ACC/ACCESSORY and the brake
pedal must be applied.Notice:Using a tool to force the
key to turn in the ignition could
cause damage to the switch or
break the key. Use the correct key,
make sure it is all the way in, and
turn it only with your hand. If the
key cannot be turned by hand,
see your dealer/retailer.
((LOCK/OFF):This position
locks the ignition and transmission.
The key can be removed in
LOCK/OFF.
The shift lever must be in P (Park)
to turn the ignition switch to
LOCK/OFF.
The steering can bind with the
wheels turned off center. If this
happens, move the steering wheel
from right to left while turning
the key to ACC/ACCESSORY.
If this doesn’t work, then the vehicle
needs service.ACC (ACC/ACCESSORY):This is
the position in which you can
operate the electrical accessories or
items plugged into the accessory
power outlets. This position unlocks
the ignition and steering wheel.
Use this position if the vehicle must
be pushed or towed.R(ON/RUN):This position can be
used to operate the electrical
accessories and to display some
instrument panel warning and
indicator lights. The switch stays in
this position when the engine is
running. The transmission is also
unlocked in this position. If you leave
the key in the ACC/ACCESSORY or
ON/RUN position with the engine off,
the battery could be drained. You
may not be able to start the vehicle if
the battery is allowed to drain for an
extended period of time.
/(START):This is the position
that starts the engine. When
the engine starts, release the key.
The ignition switch will return to
ON/RUN for driving.
Features and Controls 2-21

Automatic Engine Grade
Braking
Automatic Engine Grade Braking
assists when driving on a downhill
grade. It maintains vehicle speed by
automatically implementing a shift
schedule that uses the engine and
the transmission to slow the vehicle.
The system will automatically
command downshifts to reduce
vehicle speed, until the brake pedal
is no longer being pressed.
While in the Electronic Range
Select (ERS) mode, grade braking
is deactivated, allowing the
driver to select a range and limiting
the highest gear available. Grade
braking is available for normal
driving and in Tow/Haul mode.
SeeAutomatic Transmission
Operation on page 2-24.
Parking Brake
To set the parking brake, hold the
regular brake pedal down, then push
the parking brake pedal down.
If the ignition is on, the brake system
warning light will come on. See
Brake System Warning Light
on page 3-33.Notice:Driving with the parking
brake on can overheat the
brake system and cause
premature wear or damage to
brake system parts. Make
sure that the parking brake is
fully released and the brake
warning light is off before driving.
To release the parking brake,
hold the regular brake pedal down,
then push down momentarily on
the parking brake pedal until
you feel the pedal release. Slowly
pull your foot up off the park
brake pedal. If the parking brake is
not released when you begin to
drive, the brake system warning light
will be on and a chime will sound
warning you that the parking
brake is still on.
If you are towing a trailer and are
parking on a hill, seeTowing a
Trailer on page 4-24.
Features and Controls 2-27

Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel
Overview
Instrument Panel
Overview...........................3-4
Hazard Warning
Flashers............................3-5
Horn...................................3-5
Tilt and Telescopic
Steering Wheel.................3-6
Power Tilt Wheel and
Telescopic Steering
Column
.............................3-6
Turn Signal/Multifunction
Lever................................3-6
Turn and Lane-Change
Signals.............................3-7
Headlamp High/
Low-Beam Changer..........3-7
Flash-to-Pass......................3-7
Windshield Wipers..............3-8
Windshield Washer.............3-8
Rear Window Wiper/
Washer.............................3-9
Cruise Control...................3-10
Exterior Lamps..................3-12
Delayed Headlamps..........3-13
Daytime Running Lamps
(DRL)/Automatic
Headlamp System
...........3-13
Adaptive Forward Lighting
System............................3-14
Fog Lamps.......................3-14
Instrument Panel
Brightness.......................3-15
Dome Lamps....................3-15
Dome Lamp Override........3-15
Entry Lighting....................3-15
Delayed Entry Lighting......3-16
Delayed Exit Lighting........3-16
Parade Dimming...............3-16
Reading Lamps.................3-16
Electric Power
Management...................3-16
Battery Run-Down
Protection........................3-17
Accessory Power
Outlet(s)..........................3-18
Power Outlet 115 Volt
Alternating Current..........3-18
Analog Clock....................3-19
Climate Controls
Dual Automatic Climate
Control System................3-20
Outlet Adjustment.............3-25
Rear Air Conditioning and
Heating System...............3-26
Rear Air Conditioning and
Heating System and
Electronic Climate
Controls
..........................3-27
Warning Lights, Gages,
and Indicators
Warning Lights, Gages,
and Indicators.................3-28
Instrument Panel Cluster. . .3-29
Speedometer and
Odometer........................3-30
Tachometer.......................3-30
Safety Belt Reminders......3-30
Airbag Readiness Light.....3-31
Passenger Airbag Status
Indicator..........................3-31
Charging System Light......3-32
Voltmeter Gage.................3-33
Brake System Warning
Light................................3-33
Instrument Panel 3-1

Antilock Brake System
(ABS) Warning Light.......3-34
StabiliTrak®Indicator
Light................................3-35
Engine Coolant
Temperature Warning
Light
................................3-35
Engine Coolant
Temperature Gage..........3-35
Tire Pressure Light...........3-36
Malfunction Indicator
Lamp..............................3-36
Oil Pressure Light.............3-39
Security Light....................3-39
Fog Lamp Light................3-39
Cruise Control Light..........3-40
Highbeam On Light...........3-40
Tow/Haul Mode Light........3-40
Fuel Gage........................3-40
Driver Information
Center (DIC)
Driver Information
Center (DIC)...................3-41
DIC Operation and
Displays..........................3-41
DIC Compass...................3-46
DIC Warnings and
Messages........................3-48
DIC Vehicle
Customization..................3-57
Audio System(s)
Audio System(s)................3-64
Setting the Clock..............3-65
Radio(s)............................3-67
Using an MP3 (Radio
with CD)..........................3-82
Using an MP3 (Radio
with CD and DVD
Player)
............................3-86
XM Radio Messages.........3-91
Navigation/Radio
System............................3-92
Bluetooth®........................3-92
Rear Seat Entertainment
(RSE) System................3-102
Rear Seat Audio (RSA).....3-111
Theft-Deterrent
Feature..........................3-113
Audio Steering Wheel
Controls.........................3-113
Radio Reception..............3-114
Multi-Band Antenna.........3-115
3-2 Instrument Panel