Buick Encore: Parking over Things That Burn
Warning
Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under the vehicle and ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves, dry grass, or other things that can burn.
Extended Parking
It is best not to park with the vehicle running. If the vehicle is left running, be sure it will not move and there is adequate ventilation.
See Shifting Into Park and Engine Exhaust
If the vehicle is left parked and running with the RKE transmitter outside the vehicle, it will continue to run for up to half an hour.
If the vehicle is left parked and running with the RKE transmitter inside the vehicle, it will continue to run for up to an hour.
The vehicle could turn off sooner if it is parked on a hill, due to lack of available fuel.
The timer will reset if the vehicle is taken out of P (Park) while it is running.
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Engine Exhaust
Warning
Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide (CO), which cannot be
seen or smelled. Exposure to CO
can cause unconsciousness and
even death.
Exhaust may enter the vehicle if:
The vehicle idles i
Automatic Transmission
The selected gear is also shown in
the instrument cluster.
P : This position locks the drive
wheels. Use P (Park) when starting
the engine because the vehicle
cannot move easily.
Warning
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EXHAUST SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
NOTE: Use of non-OEM parts may cause driveability concerns.
The exhaust system carries exhaust gases, treated by the catalytic converter,
through a resonator, if applicable
and into the exhaust muffler where exhaust noise is lessened.
In order to secure the exhaust pipe
Rear Seat Reminder
If equipped, the message REAR
SEAT REMINDER LOOK IN REAR
SEAT displays under certain
conditions indicating there may be
an item or passenger in the rear
seat. Check before exiting the
vehicle.
This feature will activate when a
second row door is opened while
the vehicle is on or up to 10 minutes
be
