2016 BUICK ENVISION towing

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.Is the proper towing equipment
going to be used? See your
dealer or trailering professional
for additional advice and
equipment recommendations.
. Is the vehicle ready to be
towed? Just as preparing the
vehicle for a long trip, make sure
the vehicle is prepared to be
towed.
Caution
Use of a shield mounted in front
of the vehicle grille could restrict
airflow and cause damage to the
transmission. The repairs would
not be covered by the vehicle
warranty. If using a shield, only
use one that attaches to the
towing vehicle.
Dinghy Towing
To dinghy tow the vehicle from the
front with all four wheels on the
ground:
1. Position the vehicle to tow and then secure it to the towing
vehicle.
2. Turn the ignition on, and shift the transmission to N (Neutral).
3. With the transmission in N (Neutral), turn the ignition off.
4. To prevent the battery from draining while the vehicle is
being towed, remove fuses
F29 and F32 (Body Control Module) from the instrument
panel fuse block. See
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
0
336. Remember to reinstall
the fuses once the destination
has been reached.
Dolly Towing
Do not tow this vehicle with two
wheels on the ground.

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Towing the Vehicle from
the RearCaution
Towing the vehicle from the rear
could damage it. Also, repairs
would not be covered by the
vehicle warranty. Never have the
vehicle towed from the rear.
Do not tow the vehicle from the rear.
Appearance Care
Exterior Care
Locks
Locks are lubricated at the factory.
Use a de-icing agent only when
absolutely necessary, and have the
locks greased after using. See
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0390.
Washing the Vehicle
To preserve the vehicle's finish,
wash it often and out of direct
sunlight.
Caution
Do not use petroleum-based,
acidic, or abrasive cleaning
agents as they can damage the
vehicle's paint, metal, or plastic
parts. If damage occurs, it would
not be covered by the vehicle
warranty. Approved cleaning
products can be obtained from
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382 Service and Maintenance
frequent checks and services. The
Additional Required Services -
Normal are for vehicles that:
.Carry passengers and cargo
within recommended limits on
the Tire and Loading Information
label. See Vehicle Load
Limits 0255.
. Are driven on reasonable road
surfaces within legal driving
limits.
. Use the recommended fuel. See
Fuel 0298.
Refer to the information in the
Maintenance Schedule Additional
Required Services - Normal chart.
The Additional Required Services -
Severe are for vehicles that are:
. Mainly driven in heavy city traffic
in hot weather.
. Mainly driven in hilly or
mountainous terrain.
. Frequently towing a trailer.
. Used for high speed or
competitive driving. .
Used for taxi, police, or delivery
service.
Refer to the information in the
Maintenance Schedule Additional
Required Services - Severe chart.
{Warning
Performing maintenance work can
be dangerous and can cause
serious injury. Perform
maintenance work only if the
required information, proper tools,
and equipment are available.
If they are not, see your dealer to
have a trained technician do the
work. See Doing Your Own
Service Work 0311.
Maintenance
Schedule
Owner Checks and Services
At Each Fuel Stop
.
Check the engine oil level. See
Engine Oil 0314.
Once a Month
. Check the tire inflation
pressures. See Tire
Pressure 0346.
. Inspect the tires for wear. See
Tire Inspection 0351.
. Check the windshield washer
fluid level. See Washer
Fluid 0324.
Engine Oil Change
When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL
SOON message displays, have the
engine oil and filter changed within
the next 1 000 km/600 mi. If driven
under the best conditions, the
engine oil life system may not
indicate the need for vehicle service
for up to a year. The engine oil and
filter must be changed at least once

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Customer Information 401
.Flat Tire Change: Service to
change a flat tire with the spare
tire. The spare tire, if equipped,
must be in good condition and
properly inflated. It is the owner's
responsibility for the repair or
replacement of the tire if it is not
covered by the warranty.
. Battery Jump Start: Service to
jump start a dead battery.
. Trip Interruption Benefits and
Assistance: If your trip is
interrupted due to a warranty
event, incidental expenses may
be reimbursed within the
Powertrain warranty period.
Items considered are reasonable
and customary hotel, meals,
rental car, or a vehicle being
delivered back to the customer,
up to 805 km (500 mi).
Services Not Included in
Roadside Assistance
. Impound towing caused by
violation of any laws.
. Legal fines. .
Mounting, dismounting,
or changing of snow tires,
chains, or other traction devices.
Service is not provided if a vehicle
is in an area that is not accessible
to the service vehicle or is not a
regularly traveled or maintained
public road, which includes ice and
winter roads. Off-road use is not
covered.
Services Specific to
Canadian-Purchased Vehicles
. Fuel Delivery: Reimbursement
is up to 7 liters. Diesel fuel
delivery may be restricted.
Propane and other fuels are not
provided through this service.
. Lock-Out Service: Vehicle
registration is required.
. Trip Interruption Benefits and
Assistance: Must be over
150 km from where your trip was
started to qualify.
Pre-authorization, original
detailed receipts, and a copy of
the repair orders are required.
Once authorization has been
received, the Roadside Assistance advisor will help you
make arrangements and explain
how to receive payment.
. Alternative Service: If
assistance cannot be provided
right away, the Roadside
Assistance advisor may give
permission to get local
emergency road service. You will
receive payment, up to $100,
after sending the original receipt
to Roadside Assistance.
Mechanical failures may be
covered, however any cost for
parts and labor for repairs not
covered by the warranty are the
owner responsibility.
Scheduling Service
Appointments
When the vehicle requires warranty
service, contact your dealer and
request an appointment. By
scheduling a service appointment
and advising the service consultant
of your transportation needs, your
dealer can help minimize your
inconvenience.

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404 Customer Information
center that has GM-trained
technicians and comparable
equipment.
Insuring the Vehicle
Protect your investment in the GM
vehicle with comprehensive and
collision insurance coverage. There
are significant differences in the
quality of coverage afforded by
various insurance policy terms.
Many insurance policies provide
reduced protection to the GM
vehicle by limiting compensation for
damage repairs through the use of
aftermarket collision parts. Some
insurance companies will not
specify aftermarket collision parts.
When purchasing insurance, we
recommend that you ensure that the
vehicle will be repaired with GM
original equipment collision parts.
If such insurance coverage is not
available from your current
insurance carrier, consider switching
to another insurance carrier.
If the vehicle is leased, the leasing
company may require you to have
insurance that ensures repairs with
Genuine GM Original EquipmentManufacturer (OEM) parts or
Genuine Manufacturer replacement
parts. Read the lease carefully, as
you may be charged at the end of
the lease for poor quality repairs.If a Crash Occurs
If there has been an injury, call
emergency services for help. Do not
leave the scene of a crash until all
matters have been taken care of.
Move the vehicle only if its position
puts you in danger, or you are
instructed to move it by a police
officer.
Give only the necessary information
to police and other parties involved
in the crash.
For emergency towing see
Roadside Assistance
Program
0400.
Gather the following information:
. Driver name, address, and
telephone number.
. Driver license number.
. Owner name, address, and
telephone number. .
Vehicle license plate number.
. Vehicle make, model, and
model year.
. Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN).
. Insurance company and policy
number.
. General description of the
damage to the other vehicle.
Choose a reputable repair facility
that uses quality replacement parts.
See “Collision Parts” earlier in this
section.
If the airbag has inflated, see What
Will You See after an Airbag
Inflates? 071.
Managing the Vehicle Damage
Repair Process
In the event that the vehicle requires
damage repairs, GM recommends
that you take an active role in its
repair. If you have a pre-determined
repair facility of choice, take the
vehicle there, or have it towed there.
Specify to the facility that any
required replacement collision parts
be original equipment parts, either

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Drive SystemsAll-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . 270, 328
Driver Assistance Systems . . . . . 284
Driver Behavior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
Driver Information Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128, 131
Driving
Assistance Systems . . . . . . . . . . 289
Characteristics andTowing Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
Defensive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
Drunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
For Better Fuel Economy . . . . . . . 24
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . 253
If the Vehicle is Stuck . . . . . . . . . 255
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251
Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . 251
Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . 255
Wet Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252
Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
Driving the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Dual Automatic Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240E
Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . 271
Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . 122
Electrical Equipment,Add-On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308
Electrical System Engine Compartment FuseBlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334
Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 333
Instrument Panel Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336
Overload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333
Rear Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337
Emergency OnStar
®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .411
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . 318
Check and Service EngineSoon Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
Compartment Overview . . . . . . . 313
Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320
Coolant Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
Coolant Temperature Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319
Cooling System Messages . . . 139 Engine (cont'd)
Drive Belt Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . 395
Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263
Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316
Oil Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Oil Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323
Power Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Running While Parked . . . . . . . . 266
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
Equipment, Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . 307
Event Data Recorders . . . . . . . . . . 408
Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Extender, Safety Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . . 155
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder . . . 157
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
F
FeaturesMemory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Filter, Engine Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . 318
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Flashers, Hazard Warning . . . . . . 159
Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 357

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Flat Tire (cont'd)Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 359
Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 379
Fluid Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 317
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325
Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324
Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
Frequency Statement Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 406
Front Automatic Braking
(FAB) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292
Front Fog Lamp Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Front Seats
Heated and Cooled . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Front Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298 Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299
Economy Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Filling a Portable FuelContainer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299
Foreign Countries . . . . . . . . . . . . 299
Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115 Fuel (cont'd)
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . 126
Requirements, California . . . . . 299
System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Fuses Engine Compartment FuseBlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334
Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 333
Instrument Panel Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336
Rear Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337
G
Garage Door Opener . . . . . . . . . . . 151Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Gauges Engine CoolantTemperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Warning Lights and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
General Information Service and Maintenance . . . . . 381
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301 General Information (cont'd)
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310
Global Positioning System (GPS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 399
Guidance Problems with the Route . . . . . . 212
H
Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . 159
HD Radio Technology . . . . . . . . . . 173
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Head-up Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Headlamp Leveling Control . . . . . 158
HeadlampsAdaptive Forward
Lighting (AFL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 331
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . 126

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428 Index
Power (cont'd)Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Protection, Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Retained Accessory (RAP) . . . 264
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Pregnancy, Using Safety Belts . . . 63
Privacy Vehicle Data Recording . . . . . . . 407
Problems with Route Guidance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212
Program Courtesy Transportation . . . . . . 402
Proposition 65 Warning,
California . . . . . . . . . . . .310, 326, 365
R
RadioHD Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Radio Frequency Statement . . . . 406
Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Radios AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Satellite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
Rear Climate Control System . . . 243
Rear Seat Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Rear Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Rear Window Washer/Wiper . . . . 106
Rearview Mirrors Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Recognition
Voice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 390
Records Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 392
Recreational Vehicle Towing . . . . 369
Reimbursement Program, GM Mobility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 399
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332
Replacement Parts Airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 391
Replacing Airbag System . . . . . . . . 78
Replacing LATCH System Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government . . . . . . . . 407
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . 406
Restraints Where to Put . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Ride Control Systems Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Roads Driving, Wet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252
Roadside Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 400
Roof
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Rotation, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351
Routing, Engine Drive Belt . . . . . . 395
Running the Vehicle While Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
S
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
How to Wear Safety Belts
Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59