Buick Enclave: Engine Overhaul Procedures
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NOTE: Examples used in this article are general in nature and do not necessarily relate to a specific engine or system. Illustrations and procedures have been chosen to guide mechanic through engine overhaul process. Descriptions of processes of cleaning, inspection, assembly and machine shop practice are included.
Always refer to appropriate engine overhaul article, if available, in the ENGINES section for complete overhaul procedures and specifications for the vehicle being repaired.
DESCRIPTION
Examples used in this article are general in nature and do not necessarily relate to a specific engine or system.
Illustrations and procedures have been chosen to guide mechanic through engine overhaul process. Descriptions of cleaning, inspection, and assembly processes are included.
ENGINE IDENTIFICATION
Engine may be identified from Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) stamped on a metal tab. Metal tab may be located in different locations depending on manufacturer. Engine identification number or serial number is located on cylinder block. Location varies with each manufacturer.
- Inspection Procedures
- Cleaning Procedures
- Component Cleaning
- Cylinder Head Replacement
- Cylinder Head Overhaul
- Pistons, Connecting Rods & Bearings
- Crankshaft & Main Bearings
- Camshaft
- Timing Chains & Belts
- Timing Gears
- Oil Pump
- Break-in Procedure
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Inspection Procedures
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NOTE: Examples used in this article are general in nature and do not
necessarily relate
to a specific engine or system. Illustrations and procedures have been chosen
to gui
Cleaning Procedures
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NOTE: Examples used in this article are general in nature and do not
necessarily relate
to a specific engine or system. Illustrations and procedures have been chosen
to gui
Component Cleaning
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NOTE: Examples used in this article are general in nature and do not
necessarily relate
to a specific engine or system. Illustrations and procedures have been chosen
to gui
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Armrest Storage
Vehicles with a rear seat armrest have two cupholders. Pull the armrest down
to access the cupholders.
Center Console Storage
Pull up on the lever, located on the front of the center console armrest, to
slide it forward and backward.
To open the armrest storage area, press the button loca
Head Restraints
The vehicle's front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating
positions.
WARNING
With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a
greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/spinal injury in a crash.
Do not drive until the head restrai
