2022 Buick Encore AWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Fastener Specifications

Single Use Non-Threaded Fasteners/Components

NOTE:

All fasteners/components listed in this table MUST BE DISCARDED and replaced with NEW after removal.Β 

Application
Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve Seal
Camshaft Position Sensor Seal
Combustion Fuel Injector Seal
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Seal
Fuel Injector Wiring Harness Tie Strap
Fuel Pump Housing Seal
Fuel Sender Assembly Gasket
Fuel Tank Fuel Pump Module Gasket
Throttle Body Gasket
Turbocharger Air Pressure Sensor Seal
Vacuum Pump Gasket
Vacuum Pump Seal
Single Use Threaded Fastener/Component Tightening Specifications

NOTE:

All fasteners/components listed in this table MUST BE DISCARDED and replaced with NEW after removal.Β 

Application Specification
Metric (English)
Fuel Feed Intermediate Pipe/Fitting 30 N.m (22 lb ft)
Fuel Injection Fuel Rail Fuel Pressure Sensor (In Sequence)Β  32 N.m (24 lb ft)
Fuel Injector Bolt (In Sequence)Β  5 N.m (44 lb in)
Fuel Pump Bolt (In Sequence)Β  25 N.m (18 lb ft)
Reusable Threaded Fastener Tightening Specifications

NOTE:

All fasteners listed in this table can be reused after removal.Β 

Application Specification
Metric (English)
Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor Fastener 6 N.m (53 lb in)
Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Clamp 3 N.m (27 lb in)
Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve Fastener 10 N.m (89 lb in)
Camshaft Position Sensor Bolt 10 N.m (89 lb in)
Charge Air Cooler Fastener 10 N.m (89 lb in)
Charge Air Cooler Inlet Air Hose Bracket Bolt 22 N.m (16 lb ft)
Charge Air Cooler Outlet Air Hose Bracket Bolt 22 N.m (16 lb ft)
Charge Air Cooler Outlet Air Hose Bracket Nut 22 N.m (16 lb ft)
Chassis Control Module Bolt 9 N.m (80 lb in)
Crankshaft Position Sensor Bolt 10 N.m (89 lb in)
Engine Oil Pressure Sensor 35 N.m (26 lb ft)
Engine Wiring Harness Bracket Bolt 9 N.m (80 lb in)
Engine Wiring Harness Ground Nut 10 N.m (89 lb in)
Fuel Injection Fuel Feed Pipe Clip Bolt 10 N.m (89 lb in)
Fuel Injection Fuel Rail Bolt (In Sequence)Β  10 N.m (89 lb in)
Fuel Tank Filler Pipe Fastener 9 N.m (80 lb in)
Fuel Tank Protector Fastener 22 N.m (16 lb ft)
Fuel Tank Strap Fastener 22 N.m (16 lb ft)
Heated Oxygen Sensor 42 N.m (31 lb ft)
Ignition Coil Bolt 10 N.m (89 lb in)
Intake Air Pressure and Temperature Sensor Fastener 5 N.m (44 lb in)
Knock Sensor Fastener 25 N.m (18 lb ft)
Mass Airflow Sensor Bolt 5 N.m (44 lb in)
Parking Brake Cable Nut 22 N.m (16 lb ft)
Spark Plug 17 N.m (13 lb ft)
Throttle Body Bolt 10 N.m (89 lb in)
Turbocharger Air Pressure Sensor Bolt 3.8 N.m (34 lb in)
Turbocharger Bypass Valve Solenoid Bolt 9 N.m (80 lb in)
Turbocharger Wastegate Actuator Nut 10 N.m (89 lb in)
Turbocharger Wastegate Regulator Solenoid Valve Bolt 8 N.m (71 lb in)
Underbody Cross Sill Shield Nut 3.5 N.m (31 lb in)
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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