Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Track Bars
2016 Buick Encore Base, AWDSECTION Track Bars
| Condition | Code | Procedure |
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| Attaching (mating) hole distorted | A | Require repair or replacement of bracket or frame |
| Attaching hardware broken | A | Require repair or replacement of hardware |
| Attaching hardware missing | C | Require replacement of hardware |
| Attaching hardware not functioning | A | Require repair or replacement of hardware |
| Attaching hardware threads damaged | A | Require repair or replacement of hardware |
| Attaching hardware threads stripped (threads missing) | A | Require replacement of hardware |
| Bent, affecting performance | B | Require replacement |
| Corroded, affecting structural integrity | A | Require replacement |
| Grease boot cracked | 2 | Suggest replacement of boot |
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NOTE:
If boot is not available separately, suggest replacement of tie rod end (reason code 2). Cracked grease boot will allow contaminants to enter joint and will accelerate wear .
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| Grease boot missing | C | Require replacement of boot |
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NOTE:
If boot is not available separately, suggest replacement of track bar (reason code 2). Lack of grease boot will allow contaminants to enter joint and will accelerate wear.
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| Grease boot torn | A | Require replacement of boot |
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NOTE:
If boot is not available separately, suggest replacement of track bar (reason code 2). Torn grease boot will allow contaminants to enter joint and will accelerate wear.
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| Holes distorted | A | Require replacement |
| Looseness (perceptible horizontal movement) | 1 | Suggest replacement |
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NOTE:
If manufacturer's procedures for inspection exist, use those procedures; otherwise, use an approved inspection method such as the dry park check. Do not use pliers or pry bar to check ball and socket movement. Use only moderate hand pressure.
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| Looseness that is excessive | B | Require replacement |
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NOTE:
Excessive looseness is defined as being significant enough to affect vehicle handling or structural integrity. If manufacturer's procedures 'for inspection exist, use those procedures; otherwise, use an approved inspection method such as the dry park check.
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CAUTION:
Do not use pliers or pry bar to check ball and socket movement. Use only moderate hand pressure.
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| Mating (attaching) hole distorted | A | Require repair or replacement of bracket or frame |
| Nut on stud loose | A | Require repair or replacement of nut |
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NOTE:
Check for bent stud or damaged mating hole.
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| Seized | A | Require replacement |
| Stud bent | B | Require replacement |
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NOTE:
Check for damaged mating hole.
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| Stud broken | A | Require replacement |
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NOTE:
Check for damaged mating hole.
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| Threads damaged | A | Require repair or replacement |
| Threads stripped (threads missing) | A | Require replacement |
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NOTE:
Check for damaged mating hole.
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| Wear exceeds manufacturer's specifications | B | Require replacement |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.