2018 BUICK ENCORE technical specifications

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Technical Data
Vehicle Identification
Vehicle IdentificationNumber (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
Service Parts Identification Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
Vehicle Data
Capacities andSpecifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . . 291
Vehicle Identification
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 and Service
Parts labels 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
0 290 for the vehicle's engine code.
Service Parts
Identification Label
There may be a label on the inside
of the glove box that contains the
following information:
.
Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN).
. Model designation.
. Paint information.
. Production options and special
equipment.
If there is no label, there is a
barcode on the certification label on
the center (B) pillar to scan for this
same information.

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Capacities and Specifications
The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. SeeRecommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0286 for more information.
Application Capacities
Metric English
Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the refrigerant label under thehood. See your dealer for more information.
Cooling System 7.3 L 7.7 qt
Engine Oil with Filter 4.0 L 4.2 qt
Fuel Tank 53 L 14 gal
Wheel Nut Torque 140 Y100 lb ft
Transfer Case 0.35 L 0.36 qt
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this
manual. Recheck fluid level after filling.

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Engine Specifications
EngineVIN CodeTransmission Spark Plug Gap
1.4L L4 (LUV) BAutomatic 0.60–0.70 mm (0.024–
0.028 in)
1.4L L4 (LE2) MAutomatic 0.60–0.70 mm (0.024–
0.028 in)
Engine Drive Belt Routing
1.4L L4 Engine (LUV)
1.4L L4 Engine (LE2)