Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-
16263917) - 2023 - CRC - 2/24/22
Vehicle Care 271
2. Press the release button on the top sideof the wiper and pull the wiper blade
out of the end of the wiper arm.
3. Install the wiper blade connector by sliding it into the end of the wiper arm
until the button on the wiper blade clicks
into place.
4. Place the wiper arm and wiper blade back on the windshield.
Caution
Damage may occur if the wiper blades
are not in contact with the windshield
before turning on the wiper system.
Rear Wiper Blade Replacement
1. Lift the wiper arm away from the rearwindshield.
2. Push the wiper blade away from the wiper arm.
3. Once the blade pin disengages from the wiper arm, remove the wiper blade by
sliding the blade off the arm.
4. Reverse Steps 1–3 to install a new wiper blade.
Windshield Replacement
Driver Assistance Systems
When a windshield replacement is needed
and the vehicle is equipped with a
front-looking camera sensor for the Driver
Assistance Systems, the windshield must be
installed according to GM specifications for
these systems to work properly. If it is not,
there may be unexpected behavior and/or
messages from these systems.
Gas Strut(s)
Your vehicle may be equipped with gas
strut(s) to provide assistance in lifting and
holding open the hood/trunk/liftgate system
in full open position.
{Warning
If the gas struts that hold open the hood,
trunk, and/or liftgate fail, you or others
could be seriously injured. Take the
vehicle to your dealer for service
immediately. Visually inspect the gas
struts for signs of wear, cracks, or other
damage periodically. Check to make sure
the hood/trunk/liftgate is held open with
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