How to Start the Engine of the Envision?

[LaDelaney]

Here are the ignition steps for the Envision: 1. Insert the car key into the ignition slot and turn it once to power on the vehicle, then wait for the onboard computer to complete the self-check. 2. After the onboard computer completes the self-check, press the brake pedal and turn the key again to start the engine. 3. Once the vehicle is started, shift the gear to the drive position, then release the handbrake and brake pedal, after which you can drive normally. Generally, cars have the following two starting methods: 1. Mechanical Key Start: Using a mechanical key is the most common method for starting a car. This method has a relatively high safety factor, and the starting device is usually not prone to damage, with relatively low maintenance costs in the long run. 2. One-Button Start: One-button start includes push-button start and rotary knob start, with similar principles. Basically, under the condition that the car is unlocked, press the one-button start button or rotate the knob start device to start the car. It should be noted that some models require the key to be inserted into the keyhole before pressing the one-button start button.

[LukasLee]

Every time I drive the Enclave, I follow this procedure: first, make sure the gear is in P, sit firmly and press the brake pedal, then directly press the start button next to the instrument panel. No need to take out the key, the sensing distance is effective within about half a meter. During a cold start, the RPM will be higher, and it's safest to wait for twenty or thirty seconds until it stabilizes before driving off. The auto start-stop is enabled by default every time you get in the car. The engine shuts off automatically when you press the brake hard at a red light, and it starts up again as soon as you release the brake, which saves fuel. Remember to glance at the dashboard warning lights before starting, especially the battery icon. Once, when my battery was low, it lit up with a yellow light during startup. After parking, there's no need to specifically turn off the engine; the design where it automatically shuts off when you shift to P and open the door is quite convenient.

[VanKarter]

After years of experience with the Envision, starting the engine boils down to three key points: pressing the brake pedal is crucial—pressing the start button without fully depressing the brake only activates the electrical system; if the key fob battery is low, pressing it firmly against the start button can serve as an emergency measure; observe whether the tachometer needle jumps crisply at the moment of ignition. Most starting failures occur because the brake isn’t fully pressed or the gear isn’t in P. For cold starts, wait until the oil light goes off before driving; for a warm engine, you can start moving right away. A slight vibration when the auto start-stop system is active is normal, but frequent traffic jams may warrant turning off the start-stop function to protect the battery. Don’t forget to check the air conditioning vent temperature after starting—the Buick’s compressor starts slightly slower than the engine.

[VanMackenzie]

When I first drove the Envision, the salesperson taught me: Approach the car with the key to unlock automatically, step on the brake pedal firmly, wait for the start button to light up green, then press it. After starting, the display will show a welcome animation, and the engine RPM will be around 1,200. Wait until it drops to 800 before shifting gears. To shift out of P (Park), you must press the button on the gear lever—new drivers often forget this step. When the auto start-stop is active, a green leaf icon will appear on the instrument panel; if it bothers you, press the off button on the center console. I remember once driving a friend’s car—he had a phone mount blocking the start button, and it took me a while to figure out how to start it. At night, it’s best to turn on the parking lights to confirm the lighting system is working properly.