Buick Encore: Plastic Panel Information and Repair - Repair instructions
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 protective cream to any exposed skin
- Remove any mixture that comes into contact with skin
- Wash skin with cold water to remove glass and resin dust
- Use a sander with a vacuum attachment
- Follow the repair material manufacturer's instructions
Also, always wear the following:
- An approved respirator, or air supplied respirator
- Eye protection
- Rubber gloves
- Earplugs
- Protective clothing
The following procedures should be followed when repairing all types of
thermoset plastic:
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HOW TO IDENTIFY PLASTIC PARTS
Fig. 1: Identifying SAE Code
Plastic parts can be identified by the SAE code, which is usually found on
the rear of the part, and/or by the
characteristics of the plas
DIMENSIONS - BODY (ENCORE)
Point-to-point measurements are for reference only. All measurements are
given in millimeters. Use these
measurements for diagnosing and estimating. Point-to-point measurem
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TRANSMISSION SYSTEM DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
The M32-6 is a 6-speed manual transmission. This manual transmission is an
all-synchromesh 3-shaft
transmission.
Fig. 93: 3 Shaft Transmission
This 3-shaft transmission (1) has the following advantages:
Compact construction
Improved smooth-running
This light is part of the vehicle's
emission control on-board
diagnostic system. If this light is on
while the engine is running, a
malfunction has been detected and
the vehicle may require service. The
light should come on to show that it
is working when the ignition is in
Service Mode. See Ignitio