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2016 Buick Encore Base, AWD
Fastener Specifications
2016 Buick Encore Base, AWDSECTION Fastener Specifications
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Catalytic Converter Brace Bracket Fastener (LE2) | 22 N.m | 16 lb ft |
| Catalytic Converter Brace Bracket Fastener (Transmission Housing - LE2) | 58 N.m | 43 lb ft |
| Catalytic Converter Bracket Fastener (LUV) | 22 N.m | 16 lb ft |
| Catalytic Converter Flange to Exhaust Front Pipe Fastener (LE2, 2H0) | 22 N.m | 16 lb ft |
| Catalytic Converter Heat Shield Fastener (2H0) | 8 N.m | 71 lb in |
| Catalytic Converter V-Clamp Fastener to Turbocharger (LE2) | 15 N.m | 11 lb ft |
| Catalytic Converter V-Clamp Fastener to Turbocharger (LUV) | 13 N.m | 10 lb ft |
| Exhaust Front Pipe to Catalytic Converter | 22 N.m | 16 lb ft |
| Exhaust Front Pipe to Muffler Fastener | 17 N.m | 13 lb ft |
| Exhaust Front Pipe to Warm Up - 3 Way Catalytic Converter Fastener | 17 N.m | 13 lb ft |
| Exhaust Manifold - Catalytic Converter to Cylinder Head Fasteners (2H0) | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Exhaust Manifold Fastener (LUV) | 8 N.m | 71 lb in |
| Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Fastener (LUV) | 8 N.m | 71 lb in |
| Exhaust Muffler Norma Clamp | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Turbocharger Heat Shield Fastener (LE2) | 9 N.m | 80 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:
- • 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.