Buick Enclave: Steering
Hydraulic Power Steering
Your vehicle has hydraulic power steering. It may require maintenance. See Power Steering Fluid .
If power steering assist is lost due to a system malfunction, the vehicle can be steered, but may require increased effort.
Variable Effort Steering
Some vehicles have a steering system that varies the amount of effort required to steer the vehicle in relation to the speed of the vehicle.
The amount of steering effort required is less at slower speeds to make the vehicle more maneuverable and easier to park.
At faster speeds, the steering effort increases to provide a sport-like feel to the steering. This provides maximum control and stability.
If the vehicle seems harder to steer than normal when parking or driving slowly, there may be a problem with the system. You will still have power steering, but steering will be stiffer than normal at slow speeds.
See your dealer for service.
Curve Tips
► Take curves at a reasonable speed. ► Reduce speed before entering a curve. ► Maintain a reasonable steady speed through the curve. ► Wait until the vehicle is out of the curve before accelerating gently into the straightaway.Steering in Emergencies
► There are some situations when steering around a problem may be more effective than braking. ► Holding both sides of the steering wheel allows you to turn 180 degrees without removing a hand. ► Antilock Brake System (ABS) allows steering while braking.READ NEXT:
Off-Road Recovery
The vehicle's right wheels can drop off the edge of a road onto the shoulder
while driving.
Follow these tips:
1. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer the
Loss of Control
Skidding
There are three types of skids that correspond to the vehicle's three control
systems:
► Braking Skid — wheels are not rolling.
► Steering or Cornering Skid — too muc
Driving on Wet Roads
Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction and affect your ability to stop
and accelerate.
Always drive slower in these types of driving conditions and avoid driving through
large puddles and
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Repair Instructions
PARKING BRAKE SHOE REPLACEMENT
Removal Procedure
WARNING: Refer to Brake Dust Warning.
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and
Installation.
3. Remove the rear brake rotor. Refer to Rear
Wheel Replacement
Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel
nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts should be replaced.
If the wheel leaks air, replace it.
Some aluminum wheels can be repaired. See your dealer if any of these conditions
exist.
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