Buick Enclave: Brakes
This vehicle has disc brakes.
Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed.
The sound can come and go or be heard all the time the vehicle is moving, except when applying the brake pedal firmly.
WARNING
The brake wear warning sound means that soon the brakes will not work well. That
could lead to a crash. When the brake wear warning sound is heard, have the vehicle
serviced.
Notice: Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads could result in costly brake repair.
Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied. This does not mean something is wrong with the brakes.
Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to torque specifications in Capacities and Specifications .
Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets.
Brake Pedal Travel
See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel. This could be a sign that brake service might be required.
Brake Adjustment
Every time the brakes are applied, with or without the vehicle moving, the brakes adjust for wear.
Replacing Brake System Parts
The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. The vehicle was designed and tested with top-quality brake parts. When parts of the braking system are replaced, be sure to get new, approved replacement parts.
If this is not done, the brakes might not work properly. For example, installing disc brake pads that are wrong for the vehicle, can change the balance between the front and rear brakes — for the worse.
The braking performance expected can change in many other ways if the wrong replacement brake parts are installed.
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Brake Fluid
The brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid as indicated
on the reservoir cap.
See Engine Compartment Overview for the location of the reservoir.
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Battery
Refer to the replacement number on the original battery label when a new battery
is needed.
WARNING
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals k
All-Wheel Drive
It is not necessary to check the all–wheel drive lubricant levels.
► fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss. If a leak occurs, take the vehicle
to the dealer as soon as possible.
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Introduction Infotainment
Read the following pages to become familiar with the audio system's features.
WARNING
Taking your eyes off the road for extended periods could cause a crash resulting
in injury or death to you or others.
Do not give extended attention to entertainment tasks while driving.
This system provi
CD Messages
Optical Error: The disc was inserted upside down.
Disk Read Error: A disc was inserted with an invalid or unknown format.
Player Error: There are disc LOAD or disc EJECT problems.
► It is very hot. When the temperature returns to normal, the CD should play.
► The road is very rough
