2016 BUICK ENVISION wiper fluid

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LO :Use for slow wipes.
INT : Use for intermittent wipes. To
adjust wipe frequency, turn the band
up for more frequent wipes or down
for less frequent wipes. If the
vehicle has Rainsense™, see the
following Rainsense information.
OFF : Use to turn the wipers off.
1x : For a single wipe, briefly move
the wiper lever down. For several
wipes, hold the wiper lever down.
Windshield Washer
Pull the windshield wiper lever
toward you to spray windshield
washer fluid and activate the wipers. Rainsense™For vehicles with Rainsense:
AUTO :
Move the windshield wiper
lever to AUTO. Turn the band on the
wiper lever to adjust the sensitivity.
. Turn the band up for more
sensitivity to moisture.
. Turn the band down for less
sensitivity to moisture.
. Move the windshield wiper lever
out of the AUTO position to
deactivate Rainsense.
Rear Window Wiper/Washer
Turn the end of the windshield wiper
lever to operate the rear window
wiper/washer.
OFF : Turns the system off. INT :
Intermittent wipes.
ON : Slow wipes.
Z:Push the windshield wiper
lever forward to spray washer fluid
on the rear window.
See Windshield Wiper/Washer
0 104 andRear Window Wiper/
Washer 0106.

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Wiper Arm Assembly Protection
When using an automatic car wash,
move the windshield wiper lever to
OFF. This disables the automatic
Rainsense windshield wipers and/or
manual windshield wipers.
With Rainsense, if the transmission
is in N (Neutral) and the vehicle
speed is very slow, the wipers will
automatically stop at the base of the
windshield.
The wiper operations return to
normal when the transmission is no
longer in N (Neutral) or the vehicle
speed has increased.
Windshield Washer
Pull the windshield wiper lever
toward you to spray windshield
washer fluid and activate the wipers.
The wipers will continue until the
lever is released or the maximum
wash time is reached. When the
windshield wiper lever is released,
additional wipes may occur
depending on how long the
windshield washer had beenactivated. See
Washer Fluid0324
for information on filling the
windshield washer fluid reservoir.
{Warning
In freezing weather, do not use
the washer until the windshield is
warmed. Otherwise the washer
fluid can form ice on the
windshield, blocking your vision.
Rear Window Wiper/
Washer
The ignition must be in the ACC/
ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position
to operate the rear window wiper/
washer.
Rear Wiper with Rainsense
Shown, without Rainsense Similar
Turn the end of the windshield wiper
lever to operate the rear window
wiper/washer.
OFF : Turns the system off.
INT : Intermittent wipes.
ON : Slow wipes.
Z:Push the windshield wiper
lever forward to spray washer fluid
on the rear window. The lever
automatically returns to its original
position when released.

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{Warning
In freezing weather, do not use
the washer until the windshield is
warmed. Otherwise the washer
fluid can form ice on the
windshield, blocking your vision.
Reverse Gear Wipes
If the rear wiper control is off, the
rear wiper will automatically operate
continuously when the shift lever is
in R (Reverse), and the front
windshield wiper is performing low
or high speed wipes. If the rear
wiper control is off, the shift lever is
in R (Reverse), and the front
windshield wiper is performing
interval wipes, then the rear wiper
automatically performs interval
wipes.
This feature can be turned on or off.
See Vehicle Personalization 0146.
The windshield washer reservoir is
used for the windshield and rear
window. Check the fluid level if
either washer is not working. See
Washer Fluid 0324.
Headlamp Washer
If equipped with headlamp washers,
they are located to the side of the
headlamps.
The headlamps must be on in order
to use the headlamp washers. If the
headlamps are not on, only the
windshield will be washed.
Pull the wiper lever toward you and
hold briefly to activate. The
headlamp washers will spray once,
pause, and spray again. The
headlamp washers will spray again
after five windshield wash cycles.
To refill the windshield washer fluid,
see Washer Fluid 0324.
Clock
Setting the Digital Clock
The infotainment system controls
are used to access the time and
date settings through the menu
system. See “Using the System” in
the infotainment manual. To set the time:
1. Touch SETTINGS from the Home Page, then touch Time
and Date.
2. Touch Set Time and touch
«
orªto increase or decrease
hours, minutes, and AM or PM.
Touch 12–24 Hr for 12 or
24 hour clock.
3. Touch
}to go back to the
previous menu.
Auto Set requires an OnStar
subscription.
If auto timing is set, the time
displayed on the clock may not
update immediately when driving
into a new time zone.
To set the date: 1. Touch SETTINGS from the Home Page, then touch Time
and Date.
2. Touch Set Date and touch
«
orªto increase or decrease
month, day, or year.

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Vehicle Care
General Information
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 310
California Proposition65 Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements . . . . . 310
Accessories and Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310
Vehicle Checks
Doing Your OwnService Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312
Engine Compartment Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . 316
Automatic Transmission Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . . . 318
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319
Engine Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320
Engine Overheating . . . . . . . . . . 323
Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325
Brake Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325
Battery - North America . . . . . . 326
All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 328 Starter Switch Check . . . . . . . . . 328
Automatic Transmission Shift
Lock Control Function
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 328
Park Brake and P (Park)
Mechanism Check . . . . . . . . . . 328
Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . 329
Windshield Replacement . . . . . 330
Headlamp Aiming
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . 331
Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 331
Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331
License Plate Lamp . . . . . . . . . . 332
Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . 332
Electrical System
Electrical System Overload . . . 333
Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 333
Engine Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334
Instrument Panel Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336
Rear Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337
Wheels and Tires
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 338 All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339
Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339
Summer Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340
Tire Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . 340
Tire Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . 342
Tire Terminology and
Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346
Tire Pressure Monitor System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 348
Tire Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351
Tire Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351
When It Is Time for New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353
Different Size Tires and Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354
Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356
Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 356
Tire Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 357
If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . 357
Tire Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 359
Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . 364

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3. When it is safe to do so, pull offthe road, shift to P (Park) or
N (Neutral), and let the
engine idle.
If the engine coolant temperature
gauge is no longer in the overheat
zone, the vehicle can be driven.
Continue to drive the vehicle slowly
for about 10 minutes. Keep a safe
vehicle distance from the vehicle in
front. If the warning does not come
back on, continue to drive normally
and have the cooling system
checked for proper fill and function.
If the warning continues, pull over,
stop, and park the vehicle
right away.
If there is no sign of steam, idle the
engine for three minutes while
parked. If the warning is still
displayed, turn off the engine until it
cools down.
Washer Fluid
What to Use
When the vehicle needs windshield
washer fluid, be sure to read the
manufacturer's instructions before use. If operating the vehicle in an
area where the temperature may fall
below freezing, use a fluid that has
sufficient protection against
freezing.
Adding Washer Fluid
Open the cap with the washer
symbol on it. Add washer fluid until
the tank is full. See
Engine
Compartment Overview 0313 for
reservoir location.
Caution
. Do not use washer fluid that
contains any type of water
repellent coating. This can
cause the wiper blades to
chatter or skip.
(Continued)
Caution (Continued)
.Do not use engine coolant
(antifreeze) in the
windshield washer. It can
damage the windshield
washer system and paint.
. Do not mix water with
ready-to-use washer fluid.
Water can cause the
solution to freeze and
damage the washer fluid
tank and other parts of the
washer system.
. When using concentrated
washer fluid, follow the
manufacturer instructions for
adding water.
. Fill the washer fluid tank
only three-quarters full when
it is very cold. This allows
for fluid expansion if
freezing occurs, which could
damage the tank if it is
completely full.

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Caution
Failure to clean lamps properly
can cause damage to the lamp
cover that would not be covered
by the vehicle warranty.
Caution
Using wax on low gloss black
finish stripes can increase the
gloss level and create a
non-uniform finish. Clean low
gloss stripes with soap and
water only.
Air Intakes
Clear debris from the air intakes,
between the hood and windshield,
when washing the vehicle.
Shutter System
The vehicle may have a shutter
system designed to help increase
fuel economy. Keep the shutter
system clean for proper operation.
Windshield and Wiper Blades
Clean the outside of the windshield
with glass cleaner.
Clean rubber blades using a lint-free
cloth or paper towel soaked with
windshield washer fluid or a mild
detergent. Wash the windshield
thoroughly when cleaning the
blades. Bugs, road grime, sap, anda buildup of vehicle wash/wax
treatments may cause wiper
streaking.
Replace the wiper blades if they are
worn or damaged. Damage can be
caused by extreme dusty
conditions, sand, salt, heat, sun,
snow, and ice.
Weatherstrips
Apply Dielectric silicone grease on
weatherstrips to make them last
longer, seal better, and not stick or
squeak. Lubricate weatherstrips at
least once a year. Hot, dry climates
may require more frequent
application. Black marks from
rubber material on painted surfaces
can be removed by rubbing with a
clean cloth. See
Recommended
Fluids and Lubricants 0390.
Tires
Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to
clean the tires.

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Service and
Maintenance
General Information
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 381
Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . 382
Special Application Services
Special ApplicationServices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 387
Additional Maintenance
and Care
Additional Maintenanceand Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 387
Recommended Fluids,
Lubricants, and Parts
Recommended Fluids andLubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 390
Maintenance Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 391
Maintenance Records
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . 392
General Information
Your vehicle is an important
investment. This section describes
the required maintenance for the
vehicle. Follow this schedule to help
protect against major repair
expenses resulting from neglect or
inadequate maintenance. It may
also help to maintain the value of
the vehicle if it is sold. It is the
responsibility of the owner to have
all required maintenance performed.
Your dealer has trained technicians
who can perform required
maintenance using genuine
replacement parts. They have
up-to-date tools and equipment for
fast and accurate diagnostics. Many
dealers have extended evening and
Saturday hours, courtesy
transportation, and online
scheduling to assist with service
needs.
Your dealer recognizes the
importance of providing
competitively priced maintenance
and repair services. With trained
technicians, the dealer is the place
for routine maintenance such as oil changes and tire rotations and
additional maintenance items like
tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper
blades.
Caution
Damage caused by improper
maintenance can lead to costly
repairs and may not be covered
by the vehicle warranty.
Maintenance intervals, checks,
inspections, recommended fluids,
and lubricants are important to
keep the vehicle in good working
condition.
The Tire Rotation and Required
Services are the responsibility of the
vehicle owner. It is recommended to
have your dealer perform these
services every 12 000 km/7,500 mi.
Proper vehicle maintenance helps to
keep the vehicle in good working
condition, improves fuel economy,
and reduces vehicle emissions.
Because of the way people use
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a year and the oil life system must
be reset. Your trained dealer
technician can perform this work.
If the engine oil life system is reset
accidentally, service the vehicle
within 5 000 km/3,000 mi since the
last service. Reset the oil life
system when the oil is changed.
SeeEngine Oil Life System 0316.
Tire Rotation and Required
Services Every 12 000 km/
7,500 mi
Rotate the tires, if recommended for
the vehicle, and perform the
following services. See Tire
Rotation 0351.
. Check engine oil level and oil
life percentage. If needed,
change engine oil and filter, and
reset oil life system. See Engine
Oil 0314 andEngine Oil Life
System 0316.
. Check engine coolant level. See
Engine Coolant 0320.
. Check windshield washer fluid
level. See Washer Fluid 0324. .
Visually inspect windshield wiper
blades for wear, cracking,
or contamination. See Exterior
Care 0371. Replace worn or
damaged wiper blades. See
Wiper Blade
Replacement 0329.
. Check tire inflation pressures.
See Tire Pressure 0346.
. Inspect tire wear. See Tire
Inspection 0351.
. Visually check for fluid leaks.
. Inspect engine air cleaner filter.
See Engine Air Cleaner/
Filter 0318.
. Inspect brake system. See
Exterior Care 0371.
. Visually inspect steering,
suspension, and chassis
components for damaged, loose,
or missing parts or signs of
wear. See Exterior Care 0371.
. Check restraint system
components. See Safety System
Check 064.
. Visually inspect fuel system for
damage or leaks. .
Visually inspect exhaust system
and nearby heat shields for
loose or damaged parts.
. Lubricate body components. See
Exterior Care 0371.
. Check starter switch. See Starter
Switch Check 0328.
. Check automatic transmission
shift lock control function. See
Automatic Transmission Shift
Lock Control Function
Check 0328.
. Check parking brake and
automatic transmission park
mechanism. See Park Brake and
P (Park) Mechanism
Check 0328.
. Check accelerator pedal for
damage, high effort, or binding.
Replace if needed.
. Visually inspect gas strut for
signs of wear, cracks, or other
damage. Check the hold open
ability of the strut. See your
dealer if service is required.
. Inspect sunroof track and seal,
if equipped. See Sunroof047.