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Does the Buick Enclave have an interference engine?

Does the Buick Enclave have an interference engine?

Is the Buick Enclave engine interference or non interference? Vehicle shutdown at highway speed and Buick dealership said timing chains need replacing. The 3.6L engine is a non-interference engine.

What are the most common problems with the Buick Enclave?

It’s usually noticed when the car begins to shake or clunk while increasing speed or switching gears. According to Car Complaints, Enclave owners report this issue around an average of 91,000 miles. 2008 models have the most complaints regarding transmission problems.

What happens if you stretch the timing chain on a Buick Enclave?

Timing chains in GM’s 2007-2010 2.8L and 3.6L V6 engines are suceptible to stretching. Stretched timing chains will rattle, caue the engine to misfire, and may eventually lead to catastrophic engine damage.

When did Buick reprogram the ECM on the enclave?

They lightened their stance slightly in 2011 with Customer Satisfaction Program 10287 which offered to reprogram the engine control module (ECM) in certain vehicles, like the 2009 Enclave.

What makes a car an interference or non interference engine?

The following list will provide you the information on whether your car engine is an interference engine or a non-interference engine. An interference engine is one that has insufficient clearance between the valves and pistons if the cam stops turning due to a broken timing belt. The result is usually catastrophic engine failure.

What was the problem with my Buick Enclave?

2010 Buick Enclave was driving at approximately 50mph, engine stuttered, lost power, and would not accelerate. Pulled over and engine would not restart. Towed to local repair shop and found the engine had blown, gears blew apart, timing chain shot. Full engine replacement costing almost $7,000.

What is case number for 2010 Buick Enclave?

The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and provided case number: 9-5585597823. The failure mileage was approximately 114,753. The contact owns a 2010 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that there was a noise coming from the engine and the check engine indicator flashed.

Where are the valve covers on a Buick Enclave?

Valve covers were replaced,the one adjacent to pcv included a updated baffel per dealer in-house bulletin. The top bolt/screw adjacent to firewall on engine air filter cover is stripped. It is actually the plastic base that the bolt/screw taps into that is stripped.

The following list will provide you the information on whether your car engine is an interference engine or a non-interference engine. An interference engine is one that has insufficient clearance between the valves and pistons if the cam stops turning due to a broken timing belt. The result is usually catastrophic engine failure.

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