2021 BUICK ENCORE key

Buick Encore Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-14607636) -
2021 - CRC - 8/18/20
Keys, Doors, and Windows 21
The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to
improve fuel economy performance. This
may result in a pulsing sound when either
rear window is down and the front windows
are up. To reduce the sound, open either a
front window or the sunroof, if equipped.
Power Windows
{Warning
Children could be seriously injured or
killed if caught in the path of a closing
window. Never leave the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) transmitter in a vehicle with
children. When there are children in the(Continued)
Warning (Continued)
rear seat, use the window lockout switch
to prevent operation of the windows. See
Keys06.
Power windows work when the ignition is
on, in ACC/ACCESSORY, or when Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0178.
Using the window switch, press to open or
pull to close the window.
The windows may be temporarily disabled if
they are used repeatedly within a
short time.
Window Lockout
This feature stops the rear passenger
windows from working.
.PressZto engage the rear window
lockout feature. The indicator light is on
when engaged.
.PressZagain to disengage.
Window Express Movement
All windows can be opened without holding
the window switch. Press the switch down
fully and quickly release to express open the
window.
If equipped, pull the window switch up fully
and quickly release to express close the
window.

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Briefly press or pull the window switch in
the same direction to stop that window’s
express movement.
Window Automatic Reversal System
The express-close feature will reverse
window movement if it comes in contact
with an object. Extreme cold or ice could
cause the window to auto-reverse. The
window will operate normally after the
object or condition is removed.
Automatic Reversal System Override
{Warning
If automatic reversal system override is
active, the window will not reverse
automatically. You or others could be
injured and the window could be
damaged. Before using automatic reversal
system override, make sure that all
people and obstructions are clear of the
window path.
When the engine is on, override the
automatic reversal system by pulling and
holding the window switch if conditions
prevent it from closing.
Programming the Power Windows
Programming may be necessary if the
vehicle battery has been disconnected or
discharged. If the window is unable to
express-up, program each express-close
window: 1. Close all doors.
2. Turn the ignition on or to ACC/ ACCESSORY.
3. Partially open the window to be programmed. Then close it and continue
to pull the switch briefly after the
window has fully closed.
4. Open the window and continue to press the switch briefly after the window has
fully opened.
Sun Visors
Pull the sun visor down to block glare.
If equipped, detach the sun visor from the
center mount to pivot to the side window
or to extend along the rod.
If equipped, there is a lighted mirror on the
sun visor. Lift the cover to open.
Roof
Sunroof
If equipped, the sunroof only operates when
the ignition is on or when Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0178.

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Slide Switch
Express-Open/Express-Close :Press and
release
D(1) at the second detent to
express-open the sunroof. Press and release
g(1) at the second detent to
express-close the sunroof. Press the switch
again to stop the movement.
Open/Close (Manual Mode) : Press and hold
D(1) at the first detent to open the
sunroof. Press and hold
g(1) at the first
detent to close the sunroof. Release the
switch to stop the movement.
Tilt Switch
Vent : Press and hold
E(2) to vent the
sunroof. Press and hold
g(2) to close
the sunroof vent.
The sunshade opens automatically with the
sunroof, but must be manually closed.
The sunroof will not operate if the vehicle
has an electrical failure.
Automatic Reversal System
The sunroof has an automatic reversal
system that is only active when the sunroof
is operated in express-close mode. If an object is in the path while express
closing, the reversal system will detect
object, stop, and open the sunroof slightly.
If frost or other conditions prevent closing,
override the feature by closing the sunroof
in manual mode. To stop movement, release
the switch.
Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof
seal or in the track. This could cause an
issue with sunroof operation or noise.
It could also plug the water drainage
system. Periodically open the sunroof and
remove any obstacles or loose debris. Wipe
the sunroof seal and roof sealing area using
a clean cloth, mild soap, and water. Do not
remove grease from the sunroof.

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Do not sit on the outboard seat belt while
entering or exiting the vehicle or at any
time while sitting in the seat. Sitting on the
seat belt can damage the webbing and
hardware.
Rear Seat Belt Comfort Guides
Rear seat belt comfort guides may provide
added seat belt comfort for older children
who have outgrown booster seats and for
some adults. When installed on a shoulder
belt, the comfort guide positions the belt
away from the neck and head.
Comfort guides are available through your
dealer for the rear outboard seating
positions. Instructions are included with the
guides.
Seat Belt Use During Pregnancy
Seat belts work for everyone, including
pregnant women. Like all occupants, they
are more likely to be seriously injured if
they do not wear seat belts.
A pregnant woman should wear a
lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should
be worn as low as possible, below the
rounding, throughout the pregnancy.
The best way to protect the fetus is to
protect the mother. When a seat belt is
worn properly, it is more likely that the
fetus will not be hurt in a crash. For
pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to
making seat belts effective is wearing them
properly.
Seat Belt Extender
If the vehicle's seat belt will fasten around
you, you should use it.But if a seat belt is not long enough, your
dealer will order you an extender. When
you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat
you will wear, so the extender will be long
enough for you. To help avoid personal
injury, do not let someone else use it, and
use it only for the seat it is made to fit. The
extender has been designed for adults.
Never use it for securing child restraints. For
more information on the proper use and fit
of seat belt extenders see the instruction
sheet that comes with the extender.
Safety System Check
Periodically check the seat belt reminder,
seat belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors,
shoulder belt height adjusters (if equipped),
and seat belt anchorages to make sure they
are all in working order. Look for any other
loose or damaged seat belt system parts
that might keep a seat belt system from
performing properly. See your dealer to
have it repaired. Torn, frayed, or twisted
seat belts may not protect you in a crash.
Torn or frayed seat belts can rip apart under
impact forces. If a belt is torn or frayed,
have it replaced immediately. If a belt is
twisted, it may be possible to untwist by

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Lighting
Select and the following may be displayed:
.Vehicle Locator Lights
.Exit Lighting
Vehicle Locator Lights
This feature will flash the exterior lamps
when
Kon the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter is pressed to locate the vehicle.
Select Off or On.
Exit Lighting
This allows the selection of how long the
exterior lamps stay on when leaving the
vehicle when it is dark outside.
Select Off, 30 Seconds, 60 Seconds,
or 120 Seconds.
Power Door Locks
Select and the following may be displayed:
.Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out
.Auto Door Unlock
.Delayed Door Lock Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out
When on, this feature will keep the driver
door from locking when the door is open.
If Off is selected, the Delayed Door Lock
menu will be available.
Select Off or On.
Auto Door Unlock
This allows selection of which of the doors
will automatically unlock when the vehicle is
shifted into P (Park).
Select Off, All Doors, or Driver Door.
Delayed Door Lock
When on, this feature will delay the locking
of the doors.
Select Off or On.
Remote Lock, Unlock, and Start
Select and the following may be displayed:
.Remote Unlock Light Feedback
.Remote Lock Feedback
.Remote Door Unlock
.Passive Door Unlock
.Passive Door Lock
.Remote Left in Vehicle AlertRemote Unlock Light Feedback
When on, the exterior lamps will flash when
unlocking the vehicle with the RKE
transmitter.
Select Off or Flash Lights.
Remote Lock Feedback
This allows selection of what type of
feedback is given when locking the vehicle
with the RKE transmitter.
Select Off, Lights and Horn, Lights Only,
or Horn Only.
Remote Door Unlock
This allows selection of which doors will
unlock when pressing
Kon the RKE
transmitter.
When set to Driver Door, the driver door
will unlock the first time
Kis pressed and
all doors will unlock when
Kis pressed a
second time. When set to All Doors, all of
the doors will unlock at the first press of
K.
Select All Doors or Driver Door.

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Passive Door Unlock
This allows the selection of what doors will
unlock when using the button on the driver
door to unlock the vehicle.
Select All Doors or Driver Door.
Passive Door Lock
This allows passive locking to be turned on
or off and selects feedback. SeeRemote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 07.
Select Off, On with Horn Chirp, or On.
Remote Left in Vehicle Alert
This feature sounds an alert when the RKE
transmitter is left in the vehicle. This menu
also enables Remote No Longer in Vehicle
Alert.
Select Off or On.
Bluetooth
Select and the following may be displayed:
.Pair New Device
.Device Management
.Ringtones
.Voice Mail Numbers
.Text Message Alerts Pair New Device
Select to pair a new device. See
Bluetooth
(Overview for 8 Inch Screen) 0123 or
Bluetooth (Pairing and Using the Phone for 8
Inch Screen) 0123 or
Bluetooth (Voice Recognition for 8 Inch
Screen) 0126.
Device Management
Select to connect to a different phone
source, disconnect a phone, or delete a
phone.
Ringtones
Touch to change the ring tone for the
specific phone. The phone does not need to
be connected to change the ring tone.
Voice Mail Numbers
This feature displays the voice mail number
for all connected phones. To change the
voice mail number, touch the edit icon. Type
a new number, then touch SAVE.
Text Message Alerts
This allows the feature to be turned on
or off.
Select Off or On.
Apple CarPlay
Select and the following may display:
.Apple CarPlay
.Manage Apple CarPlay Devices
Apple CarPlay
This feature allows Apple devices to be
connected to the infotainment system
through a USB port.
Select Off or On.
Manage Apple CarPlay Devices
Select to manage Apple devices. Apple
CarPlay must be on for this feature to be
accessed.
Android Auto
Select and the following may display:
.Android Auto
.Manage Android Auto Devices
Android Auto
This feature allows Android devices to be
connected to the infotainment system
through a USB port.
Select Off or On.

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Vehicle Locator Lights
This feature will flash the exterior lamps and
allows some of the exterior lamps and most
of the interior lamps to turn on briefly
when
Kon the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter is pressed to locate the vehicle.
Touch Off or On.
Exit Lighting
This allows the selection of how long the
exterior lamps stay on when leaving the
vehicle when it is dark outside.
Touch Off, 30 Seconds, 60 Seconds,
or 120 Seconds.
Power Door Locks
Touch and the following may display:
.Open Door Anti Lockout
.Auto Door Unlock
.Delayed Door Lock
Open Door Anti Lock Out
When on, this feature will keep the driver
door from locking when the door is open.
If Off is selected, the Delayed Door Lock
menu will be available.
Touch Off or On. Auto Door Unlock
This allows selection of which of the doors
will automatically unlock when the vehicle is
shifted into P (Park).
Touch Off, All Doors, or Driver Door.
Delayed Door Lock
When on, this feature will delay the locking
of the doors. To override the delay, press
the power door lock switch on the door.
Touch Off or On.
Remote Lock, Unlock, and Start
Touch and the following may display:
.Remote Unlock Light Feedback
.Remote Lock Feedback
.Remote Door Unlock
.Passive Door Unlock
.Passive Door Lock
.Remote Left in Vehicle Alert
Remote Unlock Light Feedback
When on, the exterior lamps will flash when
unlocking the vehicle with the RKE
transmitter.
Touch Off or Flash Lights. Remote Lock Feedback
This allows selection of what type of
feedback is given when locking the vehicle
with the RKE transmitter.
Touch Off, Lights and Horn, Lights Only,
or Horn Only.
Remote Door Unlock
This allows selection of which doors will
unlock when pressing
Kon the RKE
transmitter.
Touch All Doors or Driver Door.
Passive Door Unlock
This allows the selection of what doors will
unlock when using the button on the driver
door to unlock the vehicle.
Touch All Doors or Driver Door Only.
Passive Door Lock
This allows passive locking to be turned on
or off and selects feedback. See Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 07.
Touch Off, On with Horn Chirp, or On.

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Remote Left in Vehicle Alert
This feature sounds an alert when the RKE
transmitter is left in the vehicle. This menu
also enables the Remote No Longer In
Vehicle Alert.
Touch Off or On.
Valet Mode
This will lock the infotainment system and
steering wheel controls. It may also limit
access to vehicle storage locations,
if equipped.
To enable valet mode:1. Enter a four-digit code on the keypad.
2. Select Enter to go to the confirmation screen.
3. Re-enter the four-digit code.
Touch Lock or Unlock to lock or unlock the
system. Touch Back to go back to the
previous menu.