Target Audience:
Full-size luxury crossover buyers; families needing three-row seating
Segment:
Midsize/full-size luxury crossover SUV
Key Competitors:
GMC Acadia, Chevrolet Traverse, Ford Flex, Toyota Highlander
Advantage:
Upmarket interior materials and quiet ride at a lower price than import rivals
Seating:
Three rows, up to seven or eight passengers
Powertrain:
3.6L V6 with direct injection (2009+) paired to six-speed automatic
Manual Type:
Parts list catalog with part numbers and list prices
Coverage Areas:
Body, engine, transmission (external), electrical, brakes, suspension, steering, HVAC, emissions
Page Count:
N/A - not specified for this catalog
Delivery Method:
Instant digital download
Binding:
Digital (PDF document)
Engine:
Engine under cover, air cleaner, cooling, engine oil cooler, exhaust, emission system (no internal parts)
Transmission:
Transmission mounts, engine/transmission external components (no internal parts)
Suspension:
Front suspension, rear suspension, front drive axle
Steering:
Front steering linkage/gear, steering pump, steering wheel/column
HVAC:
A/C heater/ventilation, A/C refrigerant capacities
Electrical:
Electrical components (no wiring diagrams), cruise control system, air bag system
Wheels:
Wheels, lug nut specifications
Body and Interior Sections
Front Body:
Front bumper, grille, front lamps, front fender, front inner structure, hood
Side Body:
Rocker/pillars/floor, quarter panel, quarter glass, front door
Rear Body:
Rear bumper, rear lamps, back window, rear body, luggage lid
Roof:
Roof panel, sunroof
Glass and Windshield:
Windshield, back window
Interior:
Instrument panel, center console, cowl & dash
Seats and Restraints:
Front seat, rear seat, seat belts
Reference Data:
Paint code location, clear coat identification, information labels, special cautions, underhood dimensions
Technical Depth and Parts Information
Part Numbers:
Factory part numbers for every listed component
Pricing:
List prices for each part number
Labor Hours:
Shop labor time allowances for repair operations
Wiring Diagrams:
Not included (electrical section covers components only, no wiring)
Internal Engine/Transmission Parts:
Not included - external/mount components only
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 Options:
3.6L V6 (LY7 in 2008; direct-injected LLT from 2009)
Configuration:
V6, 60-degree
Fuel System:
Sequential fuel injection (2008); direct injection (2009-2011)
Recommended Fuel:
Regular unleaded; premium recommended for direct-injected engine
Horsepower:
Approximately 275 hp (2008); 288 hp (2009-2011)
Torque:
Approximately 251 lb-ft (2008); 270 lb-ft (2009-2011)
NHTSA Crash Test Rating:
Five-star overall rating in government testing for this era
IIHS Rating:
N/A - not specified for this catalog
ABS:
4-wheel anti-lock brakes
Traction/Stability Control:
StabiliTrak electronic stability control with traction control
Tire Pressure Monitoring:
Standard
Airbags:
Dual front, side-impact, and head-curtain airbags (roof-mounted side curtain covers three rows)
Seat Belts:
Three-point belts in all seating positions, pretensioners
Audio System:
AM/FM/CD with available Bose premium sound
Connectivity:
Available Bluetooth; OnStar telematics standard
Rear Entertainment:
Available rear-seat DVD entertainment system
Rear Parking Assist:
Available ultrasonic rear park assist
Rearview Camera:
Available with navigation unit
Other:
Remote start available; cruise control standard
Oil Change:
Follow Oil Life Monitor; typically every 5,000-7,500 miles
Tire Rotation:
Every 7,500 miles
Spark Plugs:
Approximately 100,000 miles
Coolant:
Long-life coolant, approximately 5 years/150,000 miles initial
Engine Oil:
5W-30 dexos1 (or equivalent) synthetic blend
Transmission Fluid:
Dexron VI automatic transmission fluid
A/C Refrigerant:
R134a - capacities listed in this catalog
Known Issues / Common Wear Items
Common Wear Items:
Brake pads/rotors, wiper blades, batteries, suspension bushings
Timing Chain:
3.6L V6 timing chain stretch reported on higher-mileage examples - inspect on service
Manufacturer:
General Motors (Buick division)
Platform:
GM Lambda full-size crossover platform, shared with GMC Acadia and Chevrolet Traverse
Introduction:
Enclave launched for the 2008 model year as Buick's first crossover SUV
2009 Update:
Direct-injected 3.6L V6 added, increasing output
2011 Position:
Well-established flagship of the Buick lineup before 2013 refresh
Assembly Plant:
Lansing Delta Township Assembly, Lansing, Michigan, USA
