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2021 BUICK ENCORE GX

1.2L Turbo I3AWDAUTOMATICgasturbo
2 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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Oil Change - Synthetic Torque Specs

for 2021 Buick Encore GX 1.2L Turbo I3 · AWD
Units

5 fasteners

Seq
Component
Torque
Angle
Mounting Bolts
18 lb-ft · 24 Nm
Oil Drain Plug
Critical
Use new washer each time
22 lb-ft · 30 Nm
Oil Filler Cap
Hand tight
4 lb-ft · 5 Nm
Oil Filter
Hand tight + 3/4 turn
16 lb-ft · 22 Nm
Skid Plate Bolts
If equipped
9 lb-ft · 12 Nm
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