Target Audience:
Families and buyers seeking a full-size luxury crossover SUV with three rows of seating
Segment:
Full-size luxury crossover SUV
Key Advantage:
Upscale interior styling, quiet ride, and strong safety package at a value price versus luxury-brand rivals
Competitors:
Ford Flex, GMC Acadia, Chevrolet Traverse, Mazda CX-9, Acura MDX
Seating:
Three rows, up to 7-8 passengers
Notable Features:
Available all-wheel drive, rearview camera system, power liftgate, StabiliTrak stability control
Coverage Areas:
Operation, features, safety systems, maintenance, and emergency procedures
Manual Type:
Owner's manual (official factory publication)
Delivery Method:
Instant digital download
Compatibility:
Viewable on computers, tablets, and smartphones
Instruments & Controls:
Cluster, warning lamps, controls, and indicators
Climate Controls:
Dual-zone automatic climate control operation
Audio & Infotainment:
Audio system, navigation (if equipped), and OnStar
Seats & Restraints:
Power seats, third-row access, airbags, seat belts, child restraints (LATCH)
Driving Systems:
StabiliTrak, all-wheel drive (if equipped), trailer towing
Lights & Wipers:
Exterior/interior lighting and wiper operation
Doors & Liftgate:
Power liftgate and rear seat operation
Electrical:
Fuses, battery, and electrical system basics
Starting & Operation:
Starting procedures, remote start, transmission operation
Fueling:
Fuel cap and refueling procedure
Tire Care:
Tire pressure monitoring, rotation, changing a flat tire
Towing:
Recreational and emergency towing procedures
Jump Starting:
Battery jump-start procedure
Emergency:
Hazard warnings, roadside assistance information
Owner-Level Detail:
Written for the vehicle owner; everyday operation and basic care
Specifications:
Recommended fluids, capacities, tire pressures, bulb sizes, and maintenance schedules
Parts & Service Information
Fluids & Lubricants:
Recommended fluid specifications by system
Capacities:
Fuel, oil, and cooling system capacities
Maintenance Schedule:
Factory service intervals (Schedule I and Schedule II)
Reporting Safety Defects:
Government and GM customer contact procedures
Service Parts Identification:
Vehicle identification and VIN locations
Customer Assistance:
GM Buick roadside assistance and customer service contacts
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Engine:
3.6L V6 VVT (LY7 direct injection not fitted for 2010; this year uses the 3.6L V6 with variable valve timing)
Configuration:
6-cylinder, 60-degree V, DOHC, 24 valves
Displacement:
3.6L (3564 cc / 217 cu in)
Horsepower:
Approximately 288 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
Approximately 270 lb-ft @ 3400 rpm
Fuel Requirement:
Regular unleaded gasoline, 87 octane
Fuel Delivery:
Sequential multi-port fuel injection with variable valve timing
Fuel Tank Capacity:
Approximately 22 gallons (83 L)
Standard Transmission:
6-speed automatic with overdrive
Drive Configuration:
Front-wheel drive standard; all-wheel drive available
Features:
Driver Shift Control (manual shift mode), electronic range select
Tow/Haul Mode:
Integrated tow/haul mode for trailer towing
Wheelbase:
Approximately 118.2 inches
Overall Length:
Approximately 201.3 inches
Overall Width:
Approximately 79.2 inches
Overall Height:
Approximately 71.2 inches
Curb Weight:
Approximately 4,700-5,000 lbs depending on drivetrain
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR):
N/A - confirm on driver door label for specific vehicle
NHTSA Rating:
Five-star government frontal and side crash ratings for the 2010 Enclave
IIHS:
Top Safety Pick recognition for the 2010 Enclave
Stability Control:
StabiliTrak electronic stability control system
ABS:
4-wheel anti-lock brakes with traction control
Tire Pressure Monitor:
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)
Airbags:
Dual frontal, side-impact thorax, and roof-rail head curtain airbags
Restraints:
Three-point seat belts all positions, LATCH child seat anchors
Structure:
High-strength steel safety cage construction
Audio System:
AM/FM/CD with available Bose premium 10-speaker sound system
Connectivity:
Bluetooth hands-free phone capability, USB port, auxiliary input
OnStar:
OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation and Directions & Connections services
Navigation:
Available touch-screen navigation radio (if equipped)
Rear Camera:
Rearview camera system displayed in inside rearview mirror (standard on upper trims)
Rear Park Assist:
Ultrasonic rear parking assist with audible warnings
Oil Change:
Determined by Oil Life Monitor, typically up to 10,000 km / 6,000 mi or as indicated
Tire Rotation:
With every oil change interval
Engine Air Filter:
Inspect/replace approximately every 50,000 miles per schedule
Spark Plugs:
Replace at high-mileage interval per maintenance schedule
Coolant:
Long-life Dex-Cool, inspect at intervals; service per schedule
Engine Oil:
GM dexos1 or SAE 5W-30 engine oil meeting GM specification
Automatic Transmission Fluid:
dexron VI automatic transmission fluid
Coolant:
Dex-Cool long-life coolant
Brake Fluid:
DOT 3 brake fluid
Known Issues / Common Wear
Timing Chain:
Early 3.6L engines were known for timing chain stretch; monitor for codes and noise
Water Pump:
Water pump wear is a known item on high-mileage Lambda platform vehicles
Brakes:
Front brake wear is common given vehicle size and weight
Manufacturer:
General Motors (Buick division), founded 1903
Positioning:
Buick's first crossover SUV, launching the Enclave nameplate for 2008
Generation:
First generation (2008-2017), built on the GM Lambda platform shared with GMC Acadia and Chevrolet Traverse
2010 Model Year:
Continued with 288-hp 3.6L V6, refined ride quality, and expanded availability of the rearview camera
Production Location:
Lansing Delta Township Assembly, Lansing, Michigan, USA
