🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Buick Model: Enclave Year: 2014 Codes Platform: GM Lambda 👋 Introduction Market Position Positioning: The 2014 Buick Enclave is positioned as a premium three-row SUV, offering comfortable seating for families and a refined driving experience. This manual targets owners and independent repair shops seeking factory-accurate service information. Competitive Analysis Competitors: Competes with vehicles like the Ford Explorer, Chevrolet Traverse, Toyota Highlander, and Honda Pilot. Key Features Manual Benefits: Provides vehicle-specific, factory-level repair data, unlike generic repair manuals. Offers comprehensive step-by-step instructions, diagrams, illustrations, and wiring schematics for all repair and maintenance needs. Enables DIY repair, saving on labor costs and fostering greater vehicle understanding. Digital Format Advantages: The PDF format allows for quick searching of specific topics, zooming in on diagrams, and printing only necessary pages, offering convenience and portability in a garage setting. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas General Coverage: All models and all repairs A-Z Page Count Estimated Page Count: Extensive (typically 2000+ pages for a comprehensive factory service manual) Manual Type Type: Factory Service and Repair Manual Language Language: English Format File Format: PDF 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Powertrain: Engine, Control System, Mechanical, Fuel Service Specifications, Emission Control, Intake Exhaust Cooling, Lube, Ignition Starting Charging, Auto Transmission Clutch, Manual Transmission (if applicable), Transfer Propeller Shaft, Drive Shaft, Differential, Axle Suspension Chassis: Tire & Wheel, Brake Control, Brake, Parking Brake, Steering Column, Power Steering Electrical And Body: Air Condition, Suppl Restraint System, Seat Belt, Engine Immobilizer, Cruise Control, Wiper & Washer, Door Lock, Meter Audio/Visual, Horn, Windshield/Glass Mirror, Instrument Panel, Seat, Engine Hood/ Door, Exterior & Interior, Electrical, Multiplex/ Can Communication Body And Interior: Covers body panel alignment, door and lock mechanisms, seat adjustment and removal, interior trim components, and glass replacement. Procedures Included Maintenance And Diagnostics: Scheduled maintenance, troubleshooting guides, diagnostic procedures, component testing Repair And Rebuild: Step-by-step repair instructions, component removal and installation, sub-assembly and major component rebuilds Diagnostic Tools: The manual details the use of diagnostic scan tools and procedures for identifying and resolving fault codes across all vehicle systems. Technical Depth Depth: Factory-level detail including torque specifications, diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), wiring schematics, component locations, and specifications for precise repair and adjustment. Electrical Schematics: Includes detailed wiring diagrams for all electrical circuits, allowing for precise troubleshooting of electrical faults and component diagnosis. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format Compatibility: Windows Vista (32/64-bit), XP, ME, 98, NT, 2000, and MAC compatible. Print Quality Printability: All pages are printable, allowing users to print specific sections or entire documents. Images can be enlarged for detailed viewing. Binding Type Binding: N/A (Digital PDF format) Paper Type Paper: N/A (Digital PDF format) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Type: 3.6L V6 DI VVT (Direct Injection, Variable Valve Timing) Performance Horsepower: 288 hp @ 6300 rpm (approximate) Torque: 280 lb-ft @ 3400 rpm (approximate) Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Direct Injection (DI) Recommended Fuel: Premium Unleaded Gasoline (91 octane or higher recommended for optimal performance) 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Type: 6-speed automatic (6T75) Optional Drivetrain: All-Wheel Drive (AWD) available on most trims, standard Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) on some. Features Transmission Control: Electronic control with manual mode (Driver Shift Control) 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length: 202.0 inches Width: 78.4 inches Height: 68.9 inches Wheelbase: 118.1 inches Cargo Cargo Volume Behind 1St Row: 98.2 cu ft Cargo Volume Behind 2Nd Row: 57.7 cu ft Weights Curb Weight FWD: 4,617 lbs Curb Weight AWD: 4,835 lbs Towing Capacity: 5,200 lbs (when properly equipped) 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings NHTSA Overall Rating: 5-Star Overall Safety Rating (2014 model year) Active Features Brake System: 4-wheel disc brakes with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) and Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) Stability Control: StabiliTrak® electronic stability control system with traction control Passive Features Airbags: Driver and front passenger airbags, front side-impact airbags, roof-rail side-impact airbags for all three rows, front knee airbags. Seat Belts: 3-point safety belts for all seating positions, front seat pretensioners, rear child seat LATCH system. 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Infotainment System: Buick IntelliLink® infotainment system with a touchscreen display. Connectivity Options: Bluetooth® for phone and audio streaming, USB ports, available navigation system. Driver Assistance Available Features: Available features may include Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Side Blind Zone Alert, Adaptive Cruise Control, and Forward Collision Alert. Connectivity Onstar: Available OnStar® with enhanced connectivity features, depending on package. 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: Every 7,500 miles or 12 months, or when the Oil Life Monitoring System indicates. Tire Rotation: Every 7,500 miles Engine Air Filter: Inspect every 45,000 miles, replace as needed. Fluid Specifications Engine Oil: SAE 5W-30, Dexos1™ full synthetic engine oil is recommended. Transmission Fluid: Dexron® VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Coolant: GM Super Coolant (Orange), a 50/50 mix of ethylene glycol and deionized water. Brake Fluid: DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid. Power Steering Fluid: GM Power Steering Fluid or equivalent....
The 2014 Buick Enclave is positioned as a premium three-row SUV, offering comfortable seating for families and a refined driving experience. This manual targets owners and independent repair shops seeking factory-accurate service information.
Competitive Analysis
Competitors:
Competes with vehicles like the Ford Explorer, Chevrolet Traverse, Toyota Highlander, and Honda Pilot.
Key Features
Manual Benefits:
Provides vehicle-specific, factory-level repair data, unlike generic repair manuals. Offers comprehensive step-by-step instructions, diagrams, illustrations, and wiring schematics for all repair and maintenance needs. Enables DIY repair, saving on labor costs and fostering greater vehicle understanding.
Digital Format Advantages:
The PDF format allows for quick searching of specific topics, zooming in on diagrams, and printing only necessary pages, offering convenience and portability in a garage setting.
📋 Manual Details
Coverage Areas
General Coverage:
All models and all repairs A-Z
Page Count
Estimated Page Count:
Extensive (typically 2000+ pages for a comprehensive factory service manual)
Manual Type
Type:
Factory Service and Repair Manual
Language
Language:
English
Format
File Format:
PDF
📖 Manual Coverage
Systems Covered
Powertrain:
Engine, Control System, Mechanical, Fuel Service Specifications, Emission Control, Intake Exhaust Cooling, Lube, Ignition Starting Charging, Auto Transmission Clutch, Manual Transmission (if applicable), Transfer Propeller Shaft, Drive Shaft, Differential, Axle Suspension
Step-by-step repair instructions, component removal and installation, sub-assembly and major component rebuilds
Diagnostic Tools:
The manual details the use of diagnostic scan tools and procedures for identifying and resolving fault codes across all vehicle systems.
Technical Depth
Depth:
Factory-level detail including torque specifications, diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), wiring schematics, component locations, and specifications for precise repair and adjustment.
Electrical Schematics:
Includes detailed wiring diagrams for all electrical circuits, allowing for precise troubleshooting of electrical faults and component diagnosis.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
Compatibility:
Windows Vista (32/64-bit), XP, ME, 98, NT, 2000, and MAC compatible.
Print Quality
Printability:
All pages are printable, allowing users to print specific sections or entire documents. Images can be enlarged for detailed viewing.
Binding Type
Binding:
N/A (Digital PDF format)
Paper Type
Paper:
N/A (Digital PDF format)
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Type:
3.6L V6 DI VVT (Direct Injection, Variable Valve Timing)
Performance
Horsepower:
288 hp @ 6300 rpm (approximate)
Torque:
280 lb-ft @ 3400 rpm (approximate)
Fuel System
Fuel Delivery:
Direct Injection (DI)
Recommended Fuel:
Premium Unleaded Gasoline (91 octane or higher recommended for optimal performance)
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Transmission Type:
6-speed automatic (6T75)
Optional
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) available on most trims, standard Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) on some.
Features
Transmission Control:
Electronic control with manual mode (Driver Shift Control)
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Length:
202.0 inches
Width:
78.4 inches
Height:
68.9 inches
Wheelbase:
118.1 inches
Cargo
Cargo Volume Behind 1St Row:
98.2 cu ft
Cargo Volume Behind 2Nd Row:
57.7 cu ft
Weights
Curb Weight FWD:
4,617 lbs
Curb Weight AWD:
4,835 lbs
Towing Capacity:
5,200 lbs (when properly equipped)
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
NHTSA Overall Rating:
5-Star Overall Safety Rating (2014 model year)
Active Features
Brake System:
4-wheel disc brakes with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) and Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Stability Control:
StabiliTrak® electronic stability control system with traction control
Passive Features
Airbags:
Driver and front passenger airbags, front side-impact airbags, roof-rail side-impact airbags for all three rows, front knee airbags.
Seat Belts:
3-point safety belts for all seating positions, front seat pretensioners, rear child seat LATCH system.
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Infotainment System:
Buick IntelliLink® infotainment system with a touchscreen display.
Connectivity Options:
Bluetooth® for phone and audio streaming, USB ports, available navigation system.
Driver Assistance
Available Features:
Available features may include Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Side Blind Zone Alert, Adaptive Cruise Control, and Forward Collision Alert.
Connectivity
Onstar:
Available OnStar® with enhanced connectivity features, depending on package.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Every 7,500 miles or 12 months, or when the Oil Life Monitoring System indicates.
Tire Rotation:
Every 7,500 miles
Engine Air Filter:
Inspect every 45,000 miles, replace as needed.
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil:
SAE 5W-30, Dexos1™ full synthetic engine oil is recommended.
Transmission Fluid:
Dexron® VI Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Coolant:
GM Super Coolant (Orange), a 50/50 mix of ethylene glycol and deionized water.
Brake Fluid:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid.
Power Steering Fluid:
GM Power Steering Fluid or equivalent.
Known Issues
Common Wear Items:
Potential for wear on suspension components (e.g., control arm bushings), brake pads/rotors due to vehicle weight, and HVAC blower motor resistors. Direct injection engines may benefit from periodic carbon deposit cleaning.
Powertrain Considerations:
Regular maintenance of the 3.6L V6 engine is crucial, particularly ensuring proper cooling system maintenance to prevent potential overheating issues.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Brand Focus:
Buick has a long history of producing comfortable, well-appointed, and refined vehicles, often positioned as a premium offering within General Motors.
Model Evolution
Generation:
First generation (2007-2017), with the 2014 model representing a mid-cycle refresh that included styling updates and powertrain refinements.
Production
Manufacturing Location:
Lansing, Michigan, USA
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Safety Awards:
Often recognized for safety, achieving high ratings in NHTSA and IIHS crash tests for its model years.
Ratings
Consumer Reports:
Typically receives moderate to good ratings in consumer satisfaction and predicted reliability, with specific year ratings varying.
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