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2016 Buick Encore Base, AWD
Fastener Specifications
2016 Buick Encore Base, AWDSECTION Fastener Specifications
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Battery Hold Down Retainer Fastener | 22 N.m | 16 lb ft |
| Battery Negative Cable Post Fastener | 4.5 N.m | 40 lb in |
| Battery Negative Cable to Battery Sensor (KL9) | 11 N.m | 97 lb in |
| Battery Negative Cable to Frame Rail Stud Fastener | 22 N.m | 16 lb ft |
| Battery Negative Cable to Starter Mounting Stud (LUV) | 13 N.m | 115 lb in |
| Battery Positive Cable Fastener to Starter Solenoid Fastener | 13 N.m | 115 lb in |
| Battery Positive Cable Post Fastener | 5 N.m | 44 lb in |
| Battery Positive Cable to Battery Fuse Block Fastener | 12 N.m | 106 lb in |
| Battery Positive Cable to Underhood Fuse Box Fastener | 9 N.m | 80 lb in |
| Battery Tray Fastener | 14 N.m | 124 lb in |
| Body Harness Ground to Battery Negative Clamp | 9 N.m | 80 lb in |
| Engine Harness Starter Positive Cable | 5 N.m | 44 lb in |
| Generator Battery Positive Cable Fastener | 17 N.m | 13 lb ft |
| Generator Mounting Fastener (2HO, LUV) | 35 N.m | 26 lb ft |
| Generator Mounting Fastener (LE2) | 22 N.m | 16 lb ft |
| Generator Mounting Stud (LE2) | 9 N.m | 80 lb in |
| Heated Oxygen Sensor Bracket Fastener | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Starter Battery Negative Cable Ground Fastener | 17 N.m | 12 lb ft |
| Starter Battery Positive Cable Fastener | 13 N.m | 115 lb in |
| Starter Mounting Fastener (2HO, LUV) | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Starter Mounting Fastener (LE2) | 58 N.m | 43 lb ft |
| Starter Mounting Stud | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
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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.