2018 Buick Encore BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Wheel Alignment Specifications

Suspension Camber Camber Cross Tolerance Caster Caster Cross Tolerance Total Toe Steering Wheel Angle Thrust Angle
Front -0.60°± 0.75° 0.0°± 0.75° 4.50° ± 0.75° 0.00°± 0.75° +0.16° ± 0.20° 0.00° ± 2.50° -
Rear -1.00° ± 0.75° 0.00°± 0.75° - - +0.20° ± 0.40° - 0.00° ± 0.30°
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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