Buick Encore: Frame and Underbody - Repair instructions
SPECIFICATIONS
FASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
Fastener Tightening Specifications
REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS
FRONT COMPARTMENT FRONT CENTER INSULATOR REPLACEMENT
Fig. 1: Front Compartment Front Center Insulator
Front Compartment Front Center Insulator Replacement
DRIVETRAIN AND FRONT SUSPENSION FRAME TRANSMISSION PROTECTOR
REPLACEMENT
Removal Procedure
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
.
Fig. 2: Front Suspension Skid Plate And Bolts
- Remove the mounting bolts (1) for the front suspension frame
transmission protector.
- Remove the front suspension frame transmission protector (2).
Installation Procedure
Fig. 3: Front Suspension Skid Plate And Bolts
- Position the front suspension frame transmission protector (2) on the
frame.
CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
- Install the front suspension frame transmission protector mounting bolts
(2) and tighten to 22 (16 lb ft).
- Lower the vehicle.
UNDERBODY NUMBER 4 CROSS SILL SHIELD REPLACEMENT
Fig. 4: Underbody Number 4 Cross Sill Shield
Underbody Number 4 Cross Sill Shield Replacement
REAR CROSSMEMBER REPLACEMENT (AWD)
Fig. 5: Rear Crossmember (AWD)
Rear Crossmember Replacement (AWD)
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Removal Procedure
Support the radiator and condenser from above using the upper brackets
on each side.
Raise the vehicle on a hoist. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
Remove the front t
Removal Procedure
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
.
Remove the front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel
Removal and Installation .
Remove
SEE MORE:
The original equipment battery is
maintenance free. Do not remove
the cap and do not add fluid.
Refer to the replacement number
shown on the original battery label
when a new battery is needed. See
Engine Compartment Overview for battery location
Warning
WARNING: Battery posts,
terminals, and relat
GENERAL PLASTIC REPAIR
WARNING:
In order to reduce the risk of personal injury when exposed to toxic
fumes
while grinding, cutting, or applying repair material on any type of sheet
molded compound or RIM rigid plastic, observe the following guidelines:
Work in a properly ventilated area
Apply p