File in Section:
Bulletin No.:
Service Bulletin
Date:
16-NA-149
August, 2016
INFORMATION
Subject:
Brand:
Buick
2016 Buick Envision New Model Features
Model:
Envision
Model Year:
From:
2016
Region — Countries
VIN:
To:
From:
2016
All
To:
All
Engine:
Transmission:
GASOLINE, 4
CYL, L4, 2.0L,
DI, DOHC, VVT,
DCVCP,
TURBO —
RPO LTG with
STOP/START
— RPO KL9
Hydra-Matic™
6T50 6-Speed
Automatic
Transaxle —
RPO M2D
United States and Canada
Overview
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Copyright 2016 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Bulletin Purpose
This is a special bulletin to introduce the 2016 Buick
Envision. The purpose of this bulletin is to help the
Service Department Personnel become familiar with
some of the vehicle’s new features and to describe
some of the action they will need to take to service this
vehicle.
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About the Car
The Buick Envision was designed, engineered and
tested in the United States and is a world-class luxury
crossover vehicle. It targets customers shopping
between the Encore, the best-selling Buick in eight
years, and the Enclave. It is a four door, five passenger
compact crossover with steel body frame (unibody) with
front and rear crumple zones; galvanized steel front
fenders, roof, door panels and one piece body side
outer panel. Efficiency enhancing features include
electric power steering, upper grille shutters that open
and close to enhance aerodynamics on the highway
and a body structure incorporating mass reducing
high-strength and ultra-high-strength steels and a
lightweight aluminum hood. The Envision is equipped
with a 2.0L turbocharged engine with Stop/Start
technology and produces 252 horsepower (188 kW),
matched with Buick’s first crossover vehicle application
of HiPer Strut front suspension with a Hydra-Matic™
6T50 6-speed automatic transaxle and Buick’s first
Active Twin Clutch all-wheel-drive (AWD) system.
Vehicle Highlights
Some of the vehicle highlights are:
• Active noise cancellation.
• Available Adaptive Cruise Control.
• Available Automatic Parking Assist.
• Available cooled front seats.
• Available Front Automatic Braking.
• Available Head-Up Display (HUD).
• Available OnStar® with 4G LTE and built-in Wi-Fi
hotspot.
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Passive entry and push-button start with standard
remote start.
Programmable power liftgate with hands-free
operation.
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Sliding 60/40 split rear seat offering more legroom
for the second row passengers.
When folded the second row seat offers a flat load
floor.
Standard 8-way power-adjustable front seats and
four-way-adjustable lumbar, including available
adjustable thigh support on some models that
enhances comfort for taller passengers.
Standard 19-inch aluminum wheels.
Standard Bose® premium sound system.
Standard heated front seats, heated rear outboard
seats and heated steering wheel.
Standard Safety Alert Seat and Lane Keep Assist,
as well as available Automatic Park Assist, and
Surround Vision 360-degree camera system.
Standard tri-zone climate control with rear-seat
controls and console-mounted rear vents.
QuietTuning® technologies.
Airbag System
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Available panoramic moonroof.
Available Surround Vision. Provides the driver
with a view of the scene around the vehicle on the
centerstack display.
Buick IntelliLink® with 8-inch (203 mm) diagonal
color touch screen.
LED daytime running lamps and rear LED accent
lights.
Airbag Readiness Light
This light shows if there is an electrical problem with the
airbag system. The system check includes the airbag
sensors, passenger sensing system, the pretensioners,
the airbag modules, the wiring, and the crash sensing
and diagnostic module (SDM). The airbag readiness
light turns ON for several seconds when the vehicle is
started. If the light does not turn ON, have it repaired
immediately.
All vehicle airbags have the word AIRBAG on the trim
or on a label near the deployment opening. The airbags
are located in the following positions:
– A frontal airbag for the driver.
– A frontal airbag for the front outboard passenger.
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A knee airbag for the driver.
A knee airbag for the front outboard passenger.
Seat-mounted side impact airbag for the driver.
Seat-mounted side impact airbag for the front
outboard passenger.
– Seat-mounted side impact airbags for the second
row outboard passengers.
– A roof-rail airbag for the driver and the passenger
seated directly behind the driver.
– A roof-rail airbag for the front outboard passenger
and the passenger seated directly behind the front
outboard passenger.
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Brakes
This vehicle is equipped with a Continental Teves
Mk100 ABS, traction control, electronic stability control
and a hydraulic brake system with diagonal brake
circuit split. The electronic brake control module
(EBCM) and the brake pressure modulator is serviced
separately. The brake pressure modulator uses a four
circuit configuration to control hydraulic pressure to
each wheel independently.
• Antilock Brake System (ABS): When wheel slip
is detected during a brake application, an ABS
event occurs. During ABS braking, hydraulic
pressure in the individual wheel circuits is
controlled to prevent any wheel from slipping. A
separate hydraulic line and specific solenoid
valves are provided for each wheel. The ABS can
decrease, hold, or increase hydraulic pressure to
each wheel. The ABS does not, however, increase
hydraulic pressure above the amount which is
transmitted by the master cylinder during braking.
• Hydraulic Brake Assist: The hydraulic brake
assist function is designed to support the driver in
emergency braking situations. The EBCM
receives inputs from the brake pressure sensor.
When the EBCM senses an emergency braking
situation, it will actively increase the hydraulic
brake pressure to a specific maximum by turning
the pump motor ON.
• Intelligent Brake Assist: The intelligent brake
assist function is designed to provide limited
braking to help prevent front and rear low speed
collisions. The EBCM receives inputs from the
brake pedal position sensor, wheel speed
sensors, short range radar and ultrasonic sensors
to detect a collision. When the EBCM senses a
possible collision, it will actively increase the
hydraulic brake pressure to apply the brakes.
• Optimized Hydraulic Brake System: With the
2.0L engine, the EBCM monitors the vacuum in
the brake booster with a vacuum sensor and
controls a brake booster vacuum pump depending
on vacuum sensor input. It also has a hydraulic
brake boost feature which supplements the brake
system to maintain consistent brake performance
under conditions of low brake booster vacuum.
Low brake booster vacuum conditions can include
initial start up after the vehicle has been parked for
several hours, very frequent brake stops, or high
altitude driving. The hydraulic brake boost system
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activates only during a brake apply under low
vacuum conditions. In this case the electronic
brake control module will actively increase and
control the hydraulic brake pressure by turning the
pump motor ON and the appropriate solenoid
valves ON and OFF. When hydraulic brake boost
is active, a series of rapid pulsations is felt in the
brake pedal.
Electronic Stability Control: Electronic stability
control provides added stability during aggressive
maneuvers. Yaw rate is the rate of rotation about
the vehicle's vertical axis. The stability control is
activated when the electronic brake control
module determines that the desired yaw rate does
not match the actual yaw rate as measured by the
yaw rate sensor. The difference between the
desired yaw rate and the actual yaw rate is the
yaw rate error, which is a measurement of over
steer or under steer. When a yaw rate error is
detected, the electronic brake control module
attempts to correct the vehicle's yaw motion by
applying brake pressure to one or more of the
wheels. The amount of brake pressure which is
applied varies, depending on the correction
required.
Traction Control: When drive wheel slip is noted,
the EBCM will enter traction control mode. First,
the EBCM requests the engine control module
(ECM) to reduce the amount of torque to the drive
wheels via a serial data message. The ECM
reduces torque to the drive wheels and reports the
amount of delivered torque. If the engine torque
reduction does not reduce drive wheel slip, the
EBCM will actively apply the brakes on the
slipping drive wheel. During traction control
braking, hydraulic pressure in each drive wheel
circuit is controlled to prevent the drive wheels
from slipping. The EBCM commands the pump
motor and appropriate solenoid valves ON and
OFF to apply brake pressure to the slipping wheel.
Hill Hold Start Assist: The hill hold start assist
allows the driver to launch the vehicle without a
roll back while moving the foot from the brake
pedal to the accelerator pedal. The EBCM
calculates the brake pressure, which is needed to
hold the vehicle on an incline and locks that
pressure for a certain time by commanding the
appropriate solenoid valves ON and OFF when
the brake pedal is released. Hill hold start assist is
activated when the EBCM determines that the
driver wishes to move the vehicle up-hill, either
backwards or forwards.
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Engine
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Engine Components Description and Operation
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Shown is a typical view of a 2.0L Turbocharged Engine
— RPO LTG
Overview
Performance from GM’s Ecotec family of engines
continues to advance with the 2.0L Turbo — RPO LTG,
which is based on a generation of large displacement
four cylinder engines which are designed for greater
efficiency. The turbocharger generates up to 20 pounds
(138 kPa) of boost and its twin-scroll design helps
optimize the usable power from the engine, virtually
eliminating turbo lag and helping deliver a broad power
band. It also gives the engine the rapid throttle
responsiveness associated with a higher displacement
naturally aspirated high performance engine.
Electronically controlled turbocharger supporting
components including the wastegate and bypass valve,
help optimize performance and efficiency.
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Engine Block: The sand-cast aluminum 319T7
cylinder block is a superior refinement of previous
Ecotec engine block castings. It is dimensionally
similar with previous Ecotec turbo block variants,
while providing improved structural support, as
well as enabling greater control of noise, vibration
and harshness. The main bearing bulkheads,
which support the crank bearings, as well as the
cylinder bore walls have been significantly
strengthened to support increased engine loads.
Refinements to the oil distribution system enable
improved oil flow throughout the engine and an
expansion of the coolant jacket, along with the use
of cast-in-place bore liners, allows more precise
bore roundness and improves the block’s ability to
dissipate heat.
Rotating Assembly: The crankshaft is made of
drop forged steel with induction heat-treated fillets
and cross-drilled chamfered oil passages for
racing grade lubrication characteristics. Forged
powdered metal connecting rods incorporate a
larger, forged I-beam cross section for added
strength in this turbocharged application. The
pistons in the 2.0L turbo are lightweight cast
aluminum, which reduces reciprocating mass
inside the engine. This enhances efficiency and
the feeling of performance as the rpm increases.
The tops of the pistons have a dish shape that
deflects injected fuel. Each piston has its own
directed jet that sprays oil toward its skirt, coating
its underside and the cylinder wall with an
additional layer of lubricant. The extra lubrication
cools the pistons, reduces both friction and
operational noise and bolsters engine durability.
Rotocast Aluminum Cylinder Head with
Sodium Filled Exhaust Valves: The Ecotec 2.0L
turbo's A356T6 aluminum cylinder head is cast
using a Rotocast process for high strength,
reduced machining and improved port flow. The
head is also designed specifically for direct
injection. The 2.0L turbo head has unique injector
mounting locations below the ports. Apart from
injector installation, the head has conventional
port and combustion chamber designs, both are
optimized for direct injection and high boost
pressure. The head uses stainless steel intake
valves that are nitrided for improved durability and
undercut to improve flow and reduce weight. The
exhaust valves have sodium-filled stems that
promote valve cooling. At normal engine operating
temperatures, the sodium inside the valve stem
fuses and becomes liquid. The liquid sodium
improves conductivity, promoting heat transfer
away from the valve face and valve guide to the
cooler end of the stem, where it more readily
dissipates. This helps maintain a lower, more
uniform valve temperature, reducing wear on the
valve guide for better alignment and a consistent
seal between the valve seat and valve face over
the life of the engine. The exhaust manifold is
mounted to the cylinder head and is made of cast
stainless steel. It is extremely durable and delivers
exceptional airflow qualities.
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DOHC with Continuously Variable Valve
Timing: Overhead cams are the most direct,
efficient means of operating the valves, while four
valves per cylinder increase airflow in and out of
the engine. This arrangement is integrated on the
lightweight aluminum cylinder head. Continuously
variable valve timing optimizes the engine's
turbocharging system by adjusting valve timing at
lower rpm for improved turbo response and
greater torque delivery. Both the intake and
exhaust cams have hydraulically operated
vane-type phasers that are managed by a
solenoid and directed by the engine control
module (ECM). The phasers turn the camshaft
relative to the drive sprocket, allowing intake and
exhaust valve timing to be adjusted independently.
Cam phasing changes the timing of valve
operation as conditions such as rpm and engine
load vary. This provides an outstanding balance of
smooth torque delivery over a broad rpm range,
high specific output and improves fuel
consumption.
Direct Injection: Direct injection moves the point
where fuel feeds into an engine closer to the point
where it ignites, enabling greater combustion
efficiency. It fosters a more complete burn of the
fuel in the air-fuel mixture, and operates at a lower
temperature than conventional port injection. This
allows the mixture to be leaner (less fuel and more
air), so less fuel is required to produce the
equivalent horsepower of a conventional,
port-injection fuel system. Direct injection also
delivers reduced emissions, particularly cold-start
emissions, by about 25 percent. The higher
compression ratio with direct injection is possible
because of a cooling effect as the injected fuel
vaporizes in the combustion chamber, which
reduces the charge temperature to lessen the
likelihood of spark knock. The direct injection fuel
injectors have been developed to withstand the
greater heat and pressure inside the combustion
chamber, and feature multiple outlets for best
injection control.
Cam-Driven High Pressure Fuel Pump: A high
pressure, cam-driven fuel pump provides the
higher fuel pressure required by the direct
injection system. The engine mounted fuel pump
is augmented by a conventional electrically
operated supply pump in the fuel tank. The fuel
delivery system features a high-pressure stainless
steel feed line and a pressure regulated fuel rail
without a conventional fuel return line from the
engine to the tank. Fuel pressure varies from
about 750 psi (5,171 kPa) at idle to 2,250 psi
(15,513 kPa) at wide open throttle.
Two Stage Variable Displacement Oil Pump:
The variable flow oiling system helps maximize
fuel efficiency. Rather than the linear operation of
a conventional fixed flow pump, it is accomplished
with a crankshaft driven oil pump that matches the
oil supply to the engine load. The engine’s
variable flow pump changes its capacity based on
the engine’s demand for oil. This prevents using
energy to pump oil that is not required for proper
engine operation. An engine oil cooler helps
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maintain optimum oil temperatures. It has a heat
exchanger incorporated into the oil filter housing.
Coolant to the heat exchanger is provided by the
engine’s coolant circuit. The design optimizes oil
cooling with a minimal pressure loss. During the
cold starting, the system also enables faster
heating of the engine oil for an earlier reduction of
internal engine friction.
Twin-Scroll Turbocharger: An advanced,
electronically controlled turbocharger with a
unique twin-scroll design is used to increase
power in the engine. Each of two scrolls on the
turbine is fed by a separate exhaust passage, one
from cylinders one and four, the other from
cylinders two and three and virtually eliminates
turbo lag at low engine speeds, giving the engine
immediate throttle response associated with a
naturally aspirated high-performance engine. The
turbocharger generates maximum boost of about
20 psi (138 kPa). Because direct injection cools
the intake process it allows the Ecotec 2.0L turbo
to safely operate at higher boost and a relatively
higher compression (9.5:1) than a conventional
turbo engine, increasing both output and
efficiency.
Turbocharger - Air-to-Air Intercooler: An intake
charge air cooler enhances the power increasing
benefits of the turbocharging system. The
air-to-air intercooler draws fresh air through a heat
exchanger, much like a radiator, to reduce the
temperature of compressed air that’s forced
through the intake system by the turbocharger.
Inlet temperature is reduced by as much as 212°F
(118°C). Cooler air is denser, which means more
oxygen is packed in the cylinders for optimal
combustion and consequently greater power.
Cam-Driven Vacuum Pump: A cam-driven
vacuum pump ensures the availability of vacuum
under all conditions, especially under boost, when
the engine produces the opposite of vacuum. The
pump is mounted at the rear of the cylinder head
and is driven by the exhaust camshaft via a
flexible coupling.
Engine Specifications
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Displacement: 2.0 L (1998 cc) — (122 cubic
inches)
Bore x Stroke: 86 mm (3.39 inches) x 86 mm
(3.39 inches)
Compression Ratio: 9.5:1
Horsepower: 252 horsepower (188 kW) @
5,500 rpm — (Estimate)
Torque: 260 lb ft (353 Nm) @ 2000 rpm — SAE
Certified
Maximum Engine Speed: 7,000 rpm
Valves: There are 2 intake and 2 exhaust valves
per cylinder
Valve Lifters: Hydraulic roller finger follower
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AutoStop Inhibiting Conditions
In order to ensure neither the needs of the driver or the
vehicle are compromised, the engine will not
AutoStop if the following conditions are met:
• The ambient (outside) temperature and the engine
coolant temperature (ECT) correlation do not meet
the specified values.
• The ambient temperature is colder than 14°F
(−10°C).
• The battery temperature is colder than 32°F (0°C)
or warmer than 131°F (55°C).
• The HVAC system demand is high.
• The HVAC system has been set to Defrost.
• The 12V battery state of charge is low.
• The Battery Sensor Module Learn procedure has
not been completed. Refer to Battery Sensor
Module Learn in SI.
• Driver seat belt is not fastened and the driver door
is not fully closed. (Not applicable to vehicles in
North America).
Recommended Fuel: Premium unleaded
Emissions controls: Evaporative system,
Catalytic converters (close coupled and
underfloor) and Positive Crankcase
Ventilation (PCV)
Engine — Stop/Start System —
RPO KL9
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Notice: The Stop/Start System is automatically
activated each time the ignition is turned ON.
A fuel-saving Stop/Start system has been integrated
with the 2.0L engine. When driving and bringing the
vehicle to a complete stop and firmly applying the brake
pedal, the Stop/Start system may turn the engine OFF,
depending on operating conditions. When the Stop/
Start system turns the engine OFF, the tachometer
needle will point at AUTO STOP (2) indicating the
engine has been shut down by the Stop/Start System.
Once the engine is restarted, the tachometer will
function normally.
Upon releasing the brake pedal or applying the
accelerator pedal, the engine will restart. After parking
the vehicle and turning the engine OFF, the tachometer
will read OFF (1).
An upgraded starter motor and advanced battery
technology support the increased number of engine
starts. The starter motor has a high performance
electric motor and stronger pinion engagement
mechanism. The starter motor has also been
re-designed to reduce the noise on startup. Advanced
battery technology ensures it can handle frequent
charge and discharge cycles. An intelligent battery
sensor module monitors the state of charge and health
of the battery. Battery state of charge and health are
used by the ECM to determine if the Stop/Start function
may be performed. It only takes the Stop/Start system
around 0.3 seconds to start the engine.
AutoStop Enabling Conditions
The engine will AutoStop if ALL of the following
conditions are met:
• The initial minimum vehicle speed during the drive
cycle must be 12 mph (19 km/h) or more.
Subsequent AutoStop minimum speed may vary
from 1 to 6 mph (2 to 10 km/h), depending on the
vehicle.
• The ambient temperature and the ECT correlation
meets the specified values.
• The ambient temperature and transmission fluid
temperature (TFT) correlation meets the specified
values.
• Hood Position is CLOSED. Hood Position
CLOSED is a viewable scan tool parameter.
• The brake pedal is depressed more than a
specified value, which is approximately 27%.
• The accelerator pedal is in the learned minimum
throttle position.
• Brake booster vacuum is more than 7 psi (45 kPa).
• The transmission range selector is in D (Drive).
• Vehicle speed is less than 3 mph (5 km/h).
• Engine speed is less than 1,500 rpm.
• The ECT is less than 248°F (120°C).
• The HVAC system does not receive any A/C
compressor requests. (No A/C or Defrost mode
requests).
• The battery voltage is more than 12V.
• The battery state of charge is more than 75%. This
varies with state of health.
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AutoStart Enabling Conditions
The engine will AutoStart if the following conditions
are met:
• Driver removes pressure from the brake pedal or
depresses the accelerator pedal while the vehicle
is in D (Drive).
• Hood Position changes to OPENED. Hood
Position CLOSED, AJAR or OPENED is a
viewable scan tool parameter.
• The battery state of charge is less than 73%. This
varies with state of health.
• The battery voltage is less than 11V.
• An A/C compressor request from the HVAC
system. (A/C or Defrost mode request).
• The vehicle speed increases.
• Brake booster vacuum is less than 6 psi (40 kPa).
• The ECT is warmer than 257°F (125°C).
• The HVAC system Economy mode has been
turned OFF by the driver.
Notice: If the AutoStart crank time exceeds
2 seconds a manual ignition switch restart will be
necessary.
• The AutoStop time has exceeded 2 minutes.
• Driver door is opened and the driver seat belt is
unbuckled. (Not applicable to vehicles in North
America).
Engine Oil — dexos®
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Ask for and use engine oils that meet the dexos®
specification. Engine oils that have been approved by
GM as meeting the dexos® specification are marked
with either of the dexos1® approved logos that are
shown. For additional information, visit this General
Motors website: http://www.gmdexos.com
Viscosity Grade
Use ACDelco dexos1® synthetic blend SAE 5W-30
viscosity grade engine oil. In an area of extreme cold,
where the temperature falls below −20°F (−29°C) use
SAE 0W-30 engine oil. An oil of this viscosity grade will
provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely
low temperatures.
Engine Oil Life System
The vehicle features GM’s engine oil life system, which
better protects engines by recommending oil changes
based on a computer software algorithm using actual
engine operating conditions and can save the vehicle
owner money by avoiding unnecessary oil changes.
Head-Up Display
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If equipped with Head-Up Display (HUD), some
information concerning the operation of the vehicle is
projected onto the windshield. The image is projected
through the HUD lens on top of the instrument panel.
The information appears as an image focused out
toward the front of the vehicle.
The HUD may display some of the following vehicle
information and vehicle messages or alerts:
– Speed
– Tachometer
– Audio
– Phone
– Navigation
– Collision Alert
– Cruise Control
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– Lane Departure
– Low Fuel
OnStar® with 4G LTE and Wi-Fi
IntelliLink®
With OnStar® 4G LTE and Wi-Fi®, up to seven devices
(smartphones, tablets and laptops) can be connected
to high-speed Internet through the vehicle’s built-in
Wi-Fi hotspot.
To retrieve the SSID and password for the hotspot,
press the OnStar® Voice Command button on the
overhead console or rearview mirror, wait for the
prompt, and then say “Wi-Fi settings.” The information
will be displayed on the screen.
The powerful OnStar® connection also enables
improved access to existing OnStar® safety and
security services, including the ability to transmit voice
and data simultaneously. That means OnStar®
advisors can run a diagnostic check without ever
leaving the call, making customer interactions quicker
and more seamless. It’s the most comprehensive
in-vehicle safety and connectivity system available.
For assistance, press the blue OnStar® button or call
1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827).
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The Envision comes standard with Buick IntelliLink®
with an 8-inch (203 mm) diagonal color-touch radio that
keeps customers connected to the important things in
life with the latest system enhancements and is
designed to mimic, the functionality of a smartphone so
it will be simple for customers to use. Buick IntelliLink®
uses a Bluetooth® or USB connection to link to a
compatible device, such as a smartphone, cell phone,
USB flash drive or portable audio player such as an
Apple® iPod®.
IntelliLink® in the Envision offers:
1. Text Message Alerts. Requires a compatible
smartphone with Bluetooth profile (M.A.P.) and
applicable text messaging features.
2. Siri® Eyes Free. Requires Buick IntelliLink® and
compatible iPhone® running iOS 6 or later.
3. Gesture recognition.
4. App Tray customization.
5. Customizable Favorites.
6. Natural Language Voice Recognition.
7. Cluster/centerstack integration.
8. 8-inch (203 mm) diagonal multi-color
reconfigurable Driver Information Center (DIC) with
cluster display.
9. Available Navigation. Map coverage available in
the United States and Canada.
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QuietTuning™ Technologies
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steering, DIC displays, and beeps while the driver
follows text commands, selects the gear and
brakes/accelerates.
1. ABSORB: These technologies absorb sound.
1.1. Engine Compartment Acoustic Absorbers
1.2. Interior Trim Acoustic Absorbers
1.3. High Performance Dissipative Acoustic
System (Active Noise Cancellation —
RPO NKC)
1.4. Door System Acoustic Absorber
2. Block: These technologies block sound.
2.1. Acoustic Laminated Windshield
2.2. Acoustic Laminated Front Side Glass
2.3. Body Cavity Sealing Baffles
3. Reduce: This technology reduces sound.
3.1. Liquid Apply Sound Deadener
Safety — Driving/Parking Assistance
Systems
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Adaptive Cruise Control: If equipped, this
feature helps to maintain a safe following distance
with the vehicle ahead.
Automatic Parking Assist: If equipped, the
Automatic Parking Assist (APA) system helps to
search for and maneuver the vehicle into parallel
or perpendicular parking spots using automatic
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Without Head-Up Display
Notice: On vehicles equipped with Head-Up
Display (HUD), the icons display on the windshield.
On vehicles that are not equipped with HUD, the
icons display in the center of the IP cluster.
Forward Collision Alert: Forward Collision Alert
(FCA) warnings will not occur unless the FCA
system detects a vehicle ahead. When a vehicle is
detected, the vehicle ahead indicator will display
green. When your vehicle approaches another
detected vehicle too rapidly, the red FCA display
will flash. Also, eight rapid high-pitched beeps will
sound from the front, or both sides of the Safety
Alert Seat will pulse five times.
• Front Automatic Braking: If equipped, and a
front-end collision is determined to be imminent
while following a vehicle ahead, the system can
automatically apply the brakes to help reduce the
collision’s severity.
• Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert:
Lane Change Alert (LCA) provides side-mirror
alerts to help the driver avoid crashing into a
moving vehicle detected in their side blind spot (or
zone) or a vehicle that is rapidly approaching their
blind spot during a lane change maneuver.
• Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure
Warning: Lane Keep Assist (LKA) provides
gentle steering wheel turns and Lane Departure
Warning (LDW) alerts, if necessary to help drivers
avoid crashes due to unintentionally drifting out of
their lane when they are not actively steering and
their turn signal is not activated.
• Rear Cross Traffic Alert: When in reverse, Rear
Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) provides alerts to help
the driver avoid crashing into approaching
detected left or right cross traffic, for example,
when backing out of a crowded parking space or
driveway with side obstructions.
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Rear Vision Camera: When the vehicle is shifted
into R (Reverse), the Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
displays an image of the area behind the vehicle
in the center stack display. A warning triangle may
display on the RVC screen to show that it has
detected an object. This triangle changes from
amber to red and increases in size the closer the
object becomes. The previous screen displays
when the vehicle is shifted out of R after a short
delay.
Safety Alert Seat: The Safety Alert Seat provides
the driver the option of getting haptic seat-bottom
vibration crash avoidance alerts or beeping. To
change from one to the other, see Collision/
Detection Systems under Vehicle Personalization
in the Owner Manual.
Surround Vision 360-Degree Camera
System
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Suspension/Electric Power Steering
Surround Vision
Notice: The Surround Vision cameras have blind
spots and will not display all objects near the
corners of the vehicle. Folding side mirrors that are
out of position will not display the surround view
correctly.
If equipped, Surround Vision displays an image of the
area surrounding the vehicle, along with the front or
rear camera views in the center stack. The front camera
is in the grille or near the front emblem, the side
cameras are on the bottom of the outside rearview
mirrors (1), and the rear camera is above the license
plate.
Suspension
Front Suspension: Specifically tuned coil springs,
direct-acting stabilizer bar (hollow); hydraulic ride
bushings; HiPer Strut suspension.
Rear Suspension: Four-link independent rear with
hollow stabilizer bar.
Electric Power Steering
Steering consists of an electric rack-and-pinion, power
assisted with cross-wind stabilization and road-shake
stabilization.
Traction Control and StabiliTrak®
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1 = Views displayed by the Surround Vision cameras.
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2 = Area not displayed by the Surround Vision
cameras.
The vehicle has a Traction Control System (TCS) and
StabiliTrak®, an electronic stability control system.
These systems help limit wheel slip and assist the
driver in maintaining control, especially on slippery road
conditions. Both systems come ON automatically when
the vehicle is started and begins to move. The systems
may be heard or felt while they are operating or while
performing diagnostic checks. This is normal and does
not mean there is a problem with the vehicle.
TCS activates if it senses that any of the drive wheels
are spinning or beginning to lose traction. When this
happens, TCS applies the brakes to the spinning
wheels and reduces engine power to limit wheel spin.
StabiliTrak® activates when the vehicle senses a
difference between the intended path and the direction
the vehicle is actually traveling. StabiliTrak® selectively
applies braking pressure to any one of the vehicle
wheel brakes to assist the driver in keeping the vehicle
on the intended path.
Indicator Light Operation
The indicator light for both systems is in the instrument
cluster. This light will:
• Flash when TCS is limiting wheel spin.
• Flash when StabiliTrak is activated.
• Turn ON and stay ON when either system is not
working.
If cruise control is being used and traction control or
StabiliTrak begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control
will disengage. Cruise control may be turned back ON
when road conditions allow.
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Transmission — Hydra-Matic™ 6T50
6-Speed Automatic Transaxle —
RPO M2D
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Transmission Gear Ratios
The transmission has the following gear ratios:
• First: 4.584
• Second: 2.964
• Third: 1.912
• Fourth: 1.446
• Fifth: 1.000
• Sixth: 0.746
• Reverse: 2.940
• Final Drive Ratio: 3.230
Transmission Fluid Level and Condition Check
The transmission uses DEXRON® VI transmission
fluid. When performing fluid checks, always refer to SI
for the Transmission Fluid Level and Condition Check
procedure.
Buick Intelligent AWD (Active Twin Clutch)
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Hydra-Matic™ 6T50 6-Speed Automatic Transaxle
Shown is a typical view of the Hydra-Matic™ 6T50
6-speed front-wheel-drive, electronically controlled,
automatic overdrive transaxle with an electronically
controlled torque converter clutch and a surge
accumulator for the start/stop system.
This transmission features Gen 3 upgrades
implemented to enhance efficiency. The pump has
been moved off-axis, which allows better sealing of the
torque converter, reducing pump flow demands and
enhancing fuel economy. Additionally, the pump is now
a binary vane-type, which allows lower power
consumption during times of lower flow demands and at
higher engine speeds.
• The transmission case material is made from die
cast aluminum.
• Clutch-to-clutch shift operation.
• Adaptive shift controls.
• IX Gear Pump.
• Ground and honed gears.
• Stop/start technology supported by a unique oil
storage accumulator.
Torque Converter
The 3-element torque converter contains a pump, a
turbine, a stator assembly and a pressure plate splined
to the turbine. The torque converter acts as a fluid
coupling to smoothly transmit power from the engine to
the transmission. It also hydraulically provides
additional torque multiplication when required. The
pressure plate, when applied, provides a mechanical
direct drive coupling of the engine to the transmission.
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Notice: When using a compact spare tire on an
AWD vehicle, the system automatically detects the
compact spare and reduces AWD performance to
protect the system An AWD message may be
displayed. To restore full AWD operation and
prevent excessive wear on the system, replace the
compact spare with a full-size tire as soon as
possible.
Buick Intelligent AWD (Active Twin Clutch) delivers
greater handling, stability and driver confidence by
preemptively and electronically splitting torque between
the rear wheels to provide additional control versus a
50/50 split in a single clutch system.
It provides:
• Enhanced traction, stability and performance
during vehicle acceleration and cornering during
dry normal conditions.
• Optimal handling and improved traction in wet/
snowy/icy conditions.
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Improved vehicle response when road traction is
not uniform, such as when the right side of the
vehicle is on ice and the left side is on dry
pavement.
Active Twin Clutch with active torque bias has
increased capability to add stability across all
driving conditions.
A fuel economy benefit is realized by not pushing
torque when it is not needed.
Towing the Vehicle — Recreational
Vehicle Towing
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Vehicle Lifting and Jacking
Note: The use of a LOW PROFILE LIFT ARMS
SYSTEM may be required to avoid unwanted
contact with the vehicle's body and structure
depending on lifting equipment used. Refer to the
manufacture's recommendation for their
applications of low profile lift arms system for their
lifting equipment.
Vehicle Lifting - Frame Contact Lift
Towing the Vehicle
DO NOT use a wheel lift tow truck to tow the vehicle.
DO NOT dolly tow the vehicle. Only use a flatbed car
carrier. Do not lash or hook to suspension components.
Use the proper straps around the tires to secure the
vehicle.
Recreational Vehicle Towing — Dinghy Towing
Recreational vehicle towing means towing the vehicle
behind another vehicle, such as behind a motor home.
Dinghy towing is towing the vehicle with all four wheels
on the ground.
To dinghy tow the vehicle from the front, with all four
wheels on the ground, perform the following:
Notice: Use of a shield mounted in front of the
vehicle grille could restrict airflow and cause
damage to the transmission.
1. Position the vehicle to tow and then secure it to the
towing vehicle.
2. Turn the ignition ON, and shift the transmission to
N (Neutral).
3. With the transmission in N (Neutral), turn the
ignition OFF.
4. To prevent the battery from draining while the
vehicle is being towed, remove fuses 29 and 32
(Body Control Module) from the instrument panel
fuse block. Reinstall the fuses upon reaching the
destination.
The instrument panel fuse block is in the glove
box. To access the fuses, open the fuse panel door
from the passenger side by pulling it out. To
reinstall the door, insert the tabs on the top of the
door first, then push the door back into its original
location.
Front and Rear Tow Eye
The tow eye should not be used to recover a vehicle
from an off-road situation. The tow eye is stored in
the spare tire compartment area.
To use the tow eye:
1. Carefully open the cover by using the small notch
that conceals the front or rear tow eye socket.
2. Install the tow eye into the socket by turning it
clockwise until it stops in a horizontal position.
When the tow eye is removed, reinstall the cover
with the notch in the original position.
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Front Lift Pads: When lifting the vehicle with a
frame-contact lift, place the front lift pads on the
rocker outer panel weld flange, as shown.
Rear Lift Pads: When lifting the vehicle with a
frame-contact lift, place the rear lift pads on the
rocker outer panel weld flange, as shown.
Vehicle Jacking
When using a service jack under the front or rear of the
vehicle, use the same location that is shown for the
front and rear lift pads.
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Special Tools
The following new tools were released for the 2016
Envision:
Special Tools — Tool Number and Description
Tool Number
Description
DT-50087
Remover/Installer, Differential Bearing, 4 Pinion
DT-51329-A
Driveshaft Remover
DT-51466
Seal Installer, LH Input and IDS
DT-51467-A
Seal Installer, L Cover and Pinion
Training Courses
The majority of the systems found on this vehicle are
taught in GM’s core curriculum from a conceptual
theory and operation perspective. The North American
technical training core curriculum structure is system
based.
To access all of the available training courses in the
United States, visit the following website:
www.centerlearning.com
In Canada, Go to > GM GlobalConnect and select
Centre of Learning
Training Course Name or System — Course Number and Description
Course Name or System
Course Number and Description
New Model Feature
2016 Buick Envision New Model Feature
#10316.81W 2016 Buick Envision New Model Feature (U.S. &
Canada)
Engine
2.0L Turbocharged — RPO LTG
#16440.17D VCT and #16440.17D-V Video — Engines: New
and Updates for RPO LCV, LTG and LL0 (U.S. only)
#16043.16H — Ecotec Gen. 2 Overhaul & Repair Certification
(Canada only)
Engine - 12V Starting and Charging
#16040.31W — 12V Stop / Start
Transmission
Hydra-Matic™ 6T50 6-Speed Automatic Transaxle —
RPO M2D
#17041.52V 6-Speed Auto Video — Video On Demand (VOD)
(U.S. only)
#17036.01V — 6T40/45 Unit Repair Video (Canada only)
#17041.56W1-W3 Automatic Transmission Operation,
Diagnosis and Service 1-3 WBT (U.S. & Canada)
#17041.56H Automatic Transmission Operation, Diagnosis
and Service ILT (U.S. only)
#17041.65H-R2 6-Speed Automatic Transmission Mechanical
Service ILT (U.S. only)
Safety Systems Forward Collision Alert / Lane Departure
Warning and Rear Vision Camera
#22048.42W1-W3 GM Safety Systems 1-3 (U.S. & Canada)
Version Information
Version
2
Modified
July 20, 2016 – Changes made to create 16-NA-149 Version 2: Add a Section for: Engine
— Stop/Start System — RPO KL9, with a graphic and system operation information.
Remove the Attention statement and replace that information with a Table for: Region —
Countries — United States and Canada
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August, 2016
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DEXRON® is a Registered Trademark of General
Motors LLC
Duralife™ is a Trademark of General Motors LLC
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QuietTuning™ is a Trademark of General
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