2016 Buick Encore Base, AWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Fastener Specifications

Application Specification
Metric English
Power Steering Fluid Cooler Bracket Nut 9 N.m 80 lb in
Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Bolt 9 N.m 80 lb in
Power Steering Gear Inlet and Outlet Hose Bolt 11 N.m 97 lb in
Power Steering Gear Inlet Hose 34 N.m 25 lb ft
Power Steering Gear Inlet Hose Bracket Bolt@Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame 9 N.m 80 lb in
Power Steering Gear Inlet Hose Bracket Bolt@Engine 22 N.m 16 lb ft
Power Steering Gear Outlet Hose Bracket Bolt@Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame 9 N.m 80 lb in
Power Steering Pump Bolt 22 N.m 16 lb ft
Power Steering Pump Bracket Bolt 22 N.m 16 lb ft
Power Steering Pump Rear Brace Nut 22 N.m 16 lb ft
Steering Gear Bolt (Requires a NEW bolt.) 
  • First Pass:
 100 N.m 74 lb ft
  • Final Pass:
 90-105 degrees
Steering Gear Pipe 13 N.m 115 lb in
Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod 70 N.m 52 lb ft
Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod 88 N.m 65 lb ft
Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Nut
  • First Pass:
 30 N.m 22 lb ft
  • Final Pass:
 120-135 degrees
Factory Service Tools

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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.

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