How to Adjust the Central Control Time on the Buick Encore?

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SabrinaAnn
07/29/25 4:01am
To adjust the time on the Encore, press and hold the 'clock' button, then use the 'h' and 'm' buttons to adjust the hours and minutes. Once adjusted, press the 'clock' button again to confirm. Additional details about the Encore are as follows: 1. The Encore is a compact SUV under the Buick brand, with dimensions of 4295*1798*1616mm and a wheelbase of 2570mm. 2. This vehicle is equipped with two engine options: a 1.0-liter turbocharged engine and a 1.3-liter turbocharged engine. The 1.0-liter turbocharged engine delivers 125 horsepower and a maximum torque of 180 Nm, with a maximum power output at 5800 rpm and peak torque between 1350 to 4500 rpm. This engine features direct fuel injection and an aluminum cylinder head and block, paired with a 6AT transmission. The 1.3-liter turbocharged engine produces 165 horsepower and 240 Nm of maximum torque, achieving peak power at 5600 rpm and maximum torque between 1500 to 4000 rpm. It also includes direct fuel injection and an aluminum cylinder head and block, mated to a CVT transmission. 3. The Encore's front suspension uses a MacPherson strut setup, while the rear suspension employs a compound torsion beam non-independent suspension.
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McJayla
08/12/25 7:47am
I've been driving my Buick Encore for several years and often help friends adjust the center console clock—it's actually quite simple. After starting the vehicle, don't rush to drive; make sure the screen is lit. Gently tap the settings icon on the center console screen to enter the menu, where you'll find a date and time option. Click into it to access the adjustment interface. Use the arrow buttons on the screen to change the hours and minutes, and remember to hit save or confirm to finalize the changes. If there's no response, check if the car is in ACC mode—some models require unlocking the settings function. Don't worry about making mistakes; the interface is intuitive, similar to adjusting a phone's time. Setting it correctly not only prevents navigation mishaps and tardiness but also avoids errors in the driving log—it's genuinely useful. I recommend beginners first check the manual illustrations, but overall, the process is quick and safe, taking at most two minutes to complete.
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