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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBUICK2016ENCORE BASE, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCESYSTEMENGINE CONTROLS AND FUEL - 1.4L (LUV) - SPECIFICATIONSSPECIFICATIONSFASTENER SPECIFICATIONS
2016 Buick Encore Base, AWD
Fastener Specifications
2016 Buick Encore Base, AWDSECTION Fastener Specifications
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor Fastener | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Air Cleaner Housing Fastener | 5 N.m | 44 lb in |
| Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve Fastener | 8 N.m | 71 lb in |
| Camshaft Position Sensor Fastener | 6 N.m | 53 lb in |
| Charge Air Cooler Fastener | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Crankshaft Position Sensor Fastener | 8 N.m | 71 lb in |
| Ignition Coil Fasteners | 8 N.m | 71 lb in |
| Engine Control Module Fasteners | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Engine Oil Pressure Indicator Switch | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Fuel Tank Filler Pipe Bracket Fasteners | 9 N.m | 80 lb in |
| Fuel Rail Assembly Fasteners | 7 N.m | 62 lb in |
| Fuel Tank Strap Fasteners | 22 N.m | 16 lb ft |
| Hose Clamps | 4 N.m | 35 lb in |
| Knock Sensor Fastener | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Mass Airflow Sensor Fastener | 5 N.m | 44 lb in |
| Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor Fastener | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Heated Oxygen Sensor Fastener | 42 N.m | 31 lb ft |
| Spark Plugs | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Throttle Body Fasteners | 8 N.m | 71 lb in |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.