Four-Wheel Drive; Drive Systems - GMC 2017 Canyon Owner's Manual

250 Driving and Operating
Caution
Shifting to R (Reverse) while the
vehicle is moving forward could
damage the transmission. The
repairs would not be covered by
the vehicle warranty. Shift to
R (Reverse) only after the vehicle
is stopped.
Use R (Reverse), along with the
parking brake, for parking the
vehicle.
Shift Speeds
Warning
If you skip a gear when
downshifting, you could lose
control of the vehicle. You could
injure yourself or others. Do not
shift down more than one gear at
a time when downshifting.
Shift Indicator
This light comes on when an
up-shift is recommended for best
fuel economy. The number
displayed with the arrow indicates
the recommended gear.

Drive Systems

Four-Wheel Drive

If equipped, four-wheel drive
engages the front axle for extra
traction.
Caution
Do not drive on clean, dry
pavement in 4 , 4 , and 4 AUTO
(if equipped) for an extended
period of time. These conditions
may cause:
Overheating.
Oil leakage.
Damage to internal and
external components of the
front axle.
Premature wear on the
vehicle s powertrain.
Driving on clean, dry pavement in
four-wheel drive may:
Cause a vibration to be felt in
the steering system.