Table Of Contents - GMC 2012 Acadia Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Contents1
Warnings4
Symbols4
Vehicle Symbol Chart5
In Brief7
Instrument Panel8
Initial Drive Information10
Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System10
Remote Vehicle Start10
Starting The Vehicle10
Door Locks11
Canceling A Remote Start11
Power Door Locks11
Liftgate11
Windows12
Power Liftgate12
Seat Adjustment12
Manual Seats12
Power Seats13
To Adjust A Manual Seat13
Memory Features14
Storing Memory Positions14
Easy Exit Driver Seat14
Second Row Seats15
Third Rowseats15
Heated And Ventilated Seats16
Head Restraint Adjustment16
Safety Belts17
Passenger Sensing System17
Mirror Adjustment18
Exterior Mirrors18
Folding Mirrors18
Steering Wheel Adjustment19
Interior Lighting19
Interior Mirror19
Dome Lamp Override19
Exterior Lighting20
Windshield Wiper/Washer20
Reading Lamps20
Climate Controls21
Windshield Washer21
Rear Window Wiper/Washer21
Transmission22
Dual Automatic Climate Control System22
Electronic Range Select (Ers) Mode22
Vehicle Features23
Radio23
Storing A Favorite Station23
Satellite Radio24
Setting The Clock24
Xm Satellite Radio Service24
Portable Audio Devices24
Bluetooth25
Steering Wheel Controls25
Cruise Control26
Navigation System26
Ultrasonic Parking Assist26
Storage Compartments27
Power Outlets27
Sunroof27
Performance And Maintenance28
Stabilitrak System28
Tire Pressure Monitor28
Manual Sunshade28
Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit29
Engine Oil Life System29
Driving For Better Fuel Economy30
Onstar31
Keys, Doors And Windows33
Keys34
Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation35
Programming Transmitters To The Vehicle36
Battery Replacement36
Starting The Engine Using Remote Start37
Extending Engine Run Time38
Shutting The Engine Off After A Remote Start39
Conditions In Which The Remote Start Will Not Work39
Delayed Locking40
Automatic Door Locks41
Lockout Protection41
Safety Locks41
Doors42
Manual Liftgate42
Manual Operation Of Power Liftgate44
Obstacle Detection Features44
Vehicle Security45
Anti-Theft Alarm System45
Immobilizer Operation46
Testing The Alarm46
Convex Mirrors48
Power Mirrors48
Resetting The Power Folding Mirrors49
Heated Mirrors49
Automatic Dimming Mirror50
Blind Spot Mirrors50
Driving The Blind Spot Mirror50
Interior Mirrors51
Using The Outside Mirror With The Blind Spot Mirror51
Park Tilt Mirrors51
Manual Rearview Mirror51
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror52
Power Windows53
Express-Up/Express-Down Windows54
Programming The Power Windows54
Anti-Pinch Feature54
Rear Window Lockout54
Sun Visors55
Visor Vanity Mirror55
Seats And Restraints57
Head Restraints58
Front Seats59
Power Seat Adjustment60
Lumbar Adjustment60
Manual Lumbar60
Reclining Seatbacks61
Manual Reclining Seatbacks62
Memory Seats63
Power Reclining Seatbacks63
Memory Remote Recall64
Heated And Ventilated Front Seats65
Remote Start Heated Seats65
Rear Seats66
Entering And Exiting The Third Row66
Returning The Seat To The Seating Position67
Reclining The Seatbacks67
Folding The Seatback67
Third Row Seats68
Adjusting The Seats68
Removing The Third Row Seats70
Installing The Third Row Seats70
Why Safety Belts Work71
How To Wear Safety Belts Properly72
Questions And Answers About Safety Belts72
Lap-Shoulder Belt73
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster75
Safety Belt Pretensioners75
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides76
Outboard Positions76
Third Row Center Position76
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy78
Safety Belt Extender78
Safety System Check79
Safety Belt Care79
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts After A Crash79
Airbag System80
Where Are The Airbags?82
When Should An Airbag Inflate?83
What Makes An Airbag Inflate?85
How Does An Airbag Restrain?85
What Will You See After An Airbag Inflates?85
If The On Indicator Is Lit For A Child Restraint89
If The Off Indicator Is Lit For An Adult-Size Occupant90
Additional Factors Affecting System Operation90
Servicing The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle91
Adding Equipment To The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle92
Airbag System Check93
Replacing Airbag System Parts After A Crash93
Child Restraints94
Older Children94
Infants And Young Children96
Child Restraint Systems98
Securing An Add-On Child Restraint In The Vehicle99
Where To Put The Restraint100
Securing The Child Within The Child Restraint100
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children102
Top Tether Anchor103
Lower Anchor And Top Tether Anchor Locations103
Replacing Latch System Parts After A Crash109
Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat)110
Securing Child Restraints (Right Front Passenger Seat)112
Instrument Panel Storage115
Glove Box115
Cupholders115
Armrest Storage116
Center Console Storage116
Floor Console Storage117
Additional Storage Features118
Cargo Cover118
Cargo Tie-Downs118
Cargo Management System118
Roof Rack System119
Convenience Net119
Instruments And Controls121
Table Of Contents121
Horn125
Washer Fluid Low Add Fluid125
Compass126
Compass Zone126
Rear Window126
Wiper/Washer126
Compass Calibration127
Clock128
To Adjust The Time And Date128
Power Outlet 120 Volt Alternating Current130
Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators131
Instrument Cluster132
Speedometer133
Odometer133
Tachometer133
Fuel Gauge133
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge134
Voltmeter Gauge135
Safety Belt Reminders135
Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light135
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light136
Airbag Readiness Light136
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator137
Charging System Light138
Malfunction Indicator Lamp138
Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs140
Brake System Warning Light141
Antilock Brake System (Abs) Warning Light142
Tow/Haul Mode Light142
Stabilitrak ® Indicator Light142
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light143
Tire Pressure Light143
Engine Oil Pressure Light144
Security Light144
High-Beam On Light145
Front Fog Lamp Light145
Cruise Control Light145
Information Displays Driver Information Center (Dic) (With Dic Buttons)145
Driver Information Center145
Dic Buttons146
Vehicle Information Menu Items146
Park Assist147
Units147
Front Tires Or Rear Tires147
Trip/Fuel Menu Items148
Range149
Avg (Average) Economy149
Driver Information Center (Dic) (Without Dic Buttons)150
Fuel Used150
Trip Odometer Reset Stem Menu Items150
Display Language152
Head-Up Display (Hud)153
Care Of The Hud156
If The Hud Image Is Not Clear156
Vehicle Messages157
Battery Voltage And Charging Messages157
Service Battery Charging System157
Brake System Messages158
Cruise Control Messages158
Door Ajar Messages158
Passenger Door Open158
Engine Cooling System Messages159
Engine Overheated Idle Engine159
Engine Overheated Stop Engine159
Right Rear Door Open159
Engine Oil Messages160
Engine Power Messages160
Fuel System Messages160
Change Engine Oil Soon160
Key And Lock Messages161
Lamp Messages161
Object Detection System Messages161
Tighten Gas Cap161
Ride Control System Messages162
Airbag System Messages162
Anti-Theft Alarm System Messages162
Service Park Assist162
Service Vehicle Messages163
Tire Messages163
Service A/C163
Service Power Steering163
Transmission Messages164
Service Tire Monitor System164
Tire Learning Active164
Service All Wheel Drive164
Vehicle Reminder Messages165
Vehicle Speed Messages165
Washer Fluid Messages165
Vehicle Personalization166
Entering The Feature Settings Menu166
(With Dic Buttons)166
Remote Door Lock168
Remote Door Unlock168
Delay Door Lock169
Exit Lighting169
Approach Lighting170
Chime Volume170
Easy Exit Seat171
Memory Seat Recall172
Remote Start172
Factory Settings173
Exit Feature Settings173
Exiting The Feature Settings Menu173
Universal Remote System174
Universal Remote System Programming174
Programming The Universal Home Remote System175
Gate Operator And Canadian Programming177
Universal Remote System Operation177
Erasing Universal Remote Buttons178
Reprogramming A Single Universal Remote Button178
Lighting179
Exterior Lamp Controls179
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer180
Flash-To-Pass180
Daytime Running Lamps (Drl)/Automatic Headlamp System181
Delayed Headlamps181
Hazard Warning Flashers182
Turn And Lane-Change Signals182
Turn Signal On Chime182
Fog Lamps183
Instrument Panel Illumination Control183
Courtesy Lamps183
Dome Lamps183
Lighting Features184
Entry Lighting184
Delayed Entry Lighting184
Delayed Exit Lighting185
Parade Dimming185
Battery Load Management185
Battery Power Protection186
Infotainment System187
Navigation/Radio System188
Theft-Deterrent Feature188
Operation188
Playing The Radio190
Speed Compensated Volume190
Setting The Tone191
Bass/Mid/Treb191
Adjusting The Speakers192
Radio Messages192
Am-Fm Radio193
Radio Data System (Rds)193
Finding A Station193
Storing A Radio Station As A Favorite193
Finding A Category (Cat) Station195
Xm Radio Messages196
Radio Reception198
Fm198
Am198
Cellular Phone Usage198
Audio Players199
Multi-Band Antenna199
Cd Player199
Care Of Cds200
Care Of The Cd Player200
Cd/Dvd Player201
Cd Messages205
Playing A Dvd205
Dvd-V (Video) Display Buttons206
Dvd-A (Audio) Display Buttons207
Inserting A Disc208
Stopping And Resuming Playback208
Ejecting A Disc208
Dvd Error Messages209
Mp3 (Radios With Cd/Usb)209
Usb Supported File And Folder Structure210
Root Directory210
Empty Folder210
Order Of Play210
File System And Naming211
Preprogrammed Playlists211
Playing A Cd-R Or Cd-Rw Mp3211
Connecting A Usb Storage Device Or Ipod212
Using The Radio To Control A Usb Storage Device Or Ipod213
Using Softkeys To Control A Usb Storage Device Or Ipod213
Mp3215
Repeat Functionality215
Shuffle Functionality215
Compressed Audio Or Mixed Mode Discs215
Playing An Mp3/Wma File From A Disc218
Auxiliary Devices222
Using The Usb Port223
Rear Seat Infotainment224
Rear Seat Entertainment (Rse) System224
Before Driving224
Parental Control224
Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks226
How To Change The Rse Video Screen Settings227
Audio Output227
Video Screen227
Remote Control228
Remote Control Buttons228
Tips And Troubleshooting Chart231
Dvd Display Error Messages232
Dvd Distortion232
Cleaning The Rse Overhead Console232
Cleaning The Video Screen232
Rear Seat Audio (Rsa) System233
Rear Audio Controller (Rac)234
Phone235
Voice Recognition236
Audio System236
Bluetooth Controls236
Storing And Deleting Phone Numbers238
Listing All Paired And Connected Phones238
Deleting A Paired Phone238
Connecting To A Different Phone238
Using The "Store" Command239
Using The "Digit Store" Command239
Listing Stored Numbers239
Making A Call239
Call Waiting240
Receiving A Call240
Three-Way Calling241
Ending A Call241
Muting A Call241
Transferring A Call241
Voice Pass-Thru242
Dual Tone Multi-Frequency (Dtmf) Tones242
Clearing The System242
Other Information242
Climate Control Systems245
Rear Window Defogger247
Display Function249
Automatic Operation249
Temperature Control250
Drive Side Temperature Control250
Manual Operation250
Air Conditioning251
Sensors253
Rear Climate Control System (Rear Climate Control)254
Air Vents256
Maintenance257
Passenger Compartment Air Filter257
Driving And Operating259
Driving Information260
Distracted Driving260
Defensive Driving261
Drunk Driving261
Control Of A Vehicle261
Braking261
Steering262
Hydraulic Power Steering262
Variable Effort Steering262
Curve Tips262
Off-Road Recovery263
Loss Of Control263
Driving On Wet Roads264
Hydroplaning264
Other Rainy Weather Tips264
Highway Hypnosis265
Hill And Mountain Roads265
Winter Driving266
Driving On Snow Or Ice266
Blizzard Conditions266
If The Vehicle Is Stuck268
Rocking The Vehicle To Get It Out268
Vehicle Load Limits268
Tire And Loading Information Label269
Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit269
Certification/Tire Label272
Starting And Operating273
New Vehicle Break-In273
Ignition Positions274
Key Lock Release275
Starting The Engine276
Starting Procedure276
Engine Heater277
To Use The Engine Coolant Heater277
Retained Accessory Power (Rap)278
Shifting Into Park278
Leaving The Vehicle With The Engine Running278
Shifting Out Of Park279
Torque Lock279
Parking Over Things That Burn280
Engine Exhaust280
Running The Vehicle While Parked281
Automatic Transmission281
Manual Mode283
Tow/Haul Mode284
Drive Systems285
Automatic Engine Grade Braking285
Antilock Brake System (Abs)285
Parking Brake286
Using Abs286
Braking In Emergencies286
Brake Assist287
Hill Start Assist (Hsa)287
Ride Control Systems288
Traction Control Operation289
Setting Cruise Control290
Resuming A Set Speed291
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control291
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control291
Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control291
Object Detection Systems292
Turning The System On And Off292
Rear Vision Camera (Rvc)293
Turning The Rear Vision Camera System Off Or On294
Vehicles With Navigation System294
Adjusting The Brightness And Contrast Of The Screen295
Rear Vision Camera Location296
When The System Does Not Seem To Work Properly297
Fuel298
Recommended Fuel298
Gasoline Specifications298
California Fuel Requirements298
Fuels In Foreign Countries299
Fuel Additives299
Filling The Tank300
Filling A Portable Fuel Container302
General Towing Information302
Driving Characteristics And Towing Tips303
Pulling A Trailer304
Driving With A Trailer304
Towing With A Stability Control System304
Following Distance305
Passing305
Backing Up305
Making Turns306
Turn Signals When Towing A Trailer306
Driving On Grades306
Trailer Towing307
Leaving After Parking On A Hill307
Maintenance When Trailer Towing307
Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing307
Weight Of The Trailer Tongue308
Towing Equipment309
Total Weight On The Vehicle's Tires309
Hitches309
Weight-Distributing Hitches And Weight Carrying Hitches310
Safety Chains310
Trailer Brakes310
Trailer Wiring Harness310
Conversions And Add-Ons311
Electric Trailer Brake Control Wiring Provisions311
Add-On Electrical Equipment311
Vehicle Care313
General Information314
Accessories And Modifications315
Vehicle Checks316
Hood316
Engine Compartment Overview318
Engine Cover320
Engine Oil320
Checking Engine Oil320
When To Add Engine Oil321
Selecting The Right Engine Oil321
Specification321
Viscosity Grade322
Engine Oil Additives/Engine Oil Flushes322
What To Do With Used Oil322
How To Reset The Engine Oil Life System323
Automatic Transmission Fluid324
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter324
When To Inspect The Engine Air Cleaner/Filter324
How To Inspect The Engine Air Cleaner/Filter324
Cooling System326
Engine Coolant326
What To Use327
Checking Coolant328
How To Add Coolant To The Recovery Tank328
How To Add Coolant To The Radiator329
Engine Overheating330
If Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment331
If No Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment331
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode332
Power Steering Fluid333
When To Check Power Steering Fluid333
How To Check Power Steering Fluid333
Washer Fluid334
Adding Washer Fluid334
Brakes334
Brake Pedal Travel335
Brake Adjustment335
Replacing Brake System Parts335
Brake Fluid336
Battery337
Vehicle Storage337
All-Wheel Drive338
Starter Switch Check338
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check338
Ignition Transmission Lock Check339
Park Brake And P ( Park) Mechanism Check339
Wiper Blade Replacement340
Backglass Wiper Blade340
Windshield Replacement340
Headlamp Aiming340
Bulb Replacement341
Led Lighting341
License Plate Lamp341
Replacement Bulbs341
Electrical System342
High Voltage Devices And Wiring342
Electrical System Overload342
Headlamp Wiring342
Fuses And Circuit Breakers343
Engine Compartment Fuse Block343
Instrument Panel Fuse Block346
Fuse Side347
Relay Side348
Wheels And Tires349
Tire Sidewall Labeling350
Tire Designations352
Tire Size352
Tire Terminology And Definitions352
Tire Pressure356
Tire Pressure Monitor System357
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation358
Tpms Malfunction Light And Message360
Tpms Sensor Matching Process360
Tire Inspection362
Tire Rotation362
When It Is Time For New Tires363
Buying New Tires364
Different Size Tires And Wheels366
Uniform Tire Quality Grading366
Treadwear367
Traction - Aa, A, B, C367
Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance368
Wheel Replacement368
Used Replacement Wheels369
Tire Chains369
If A Tire Goes Flat370
Tire Sealant373
Removal And Installation Of The Sealant Canister379
Storing The Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit380
Tire Changing380
Removing Tools380
Removing The Spare Tire381
Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire382
Storing The Spare Tire386
Storing The Flat Tire387
Storing The Tools388
Compact Spare Tire389
Jump Starting390
Jumper Cable Removal393
Towing The Vehicle394
Recreational Vehicle Towing394
Dinghy Towing395
Dolly Towing396
Towing The Vehicle From The Rear397
Appearance Care398
Exterior Care398
Washing The Vehicle398
Finish Care398
Windshield And Wiper Blades399
Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts399
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses And Emblems399
Tires399
Wheels And Trim - Aluminum Or Chrome400
Body Component Lubrication400
Underbody Maintenance400
Sheet Metal Damage400
Interior Care401
Finish Damage401
Chemical Paint Spotting401
Interior Glass402
Fabric/Carpet402
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, And Other Plastic Surfaces403
Floor Mats404
Button Retainer404
Removing And Replacing The Floor Mat404
Knob Retainer405
Service And Maintenance407
Maintenance Schedule409
Engine Oil Change409
Tire Rotation And Required Services409
Additional Maintenance And Care415
Fluids416
Hoses416
Lamps416
Shocks And Struts416
Windshield417
Wiper Blades417
Recommended Fluids And Lubricants418
Maintenance Replacement Parts419
Technical Data423
Vehicle Identification423
Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)423
Engine Identification423
Vehicle Data424
Capacities And Specifications424
Engine Drive Belt Routing425
Customer Information427
Public Transportation Or Fuel Reimbursement441
Courtesy Rental Vehicle441
Additional Program Information441
Collision Parts442
Repair Facility442
Insuring The Vehicle442
If A Crash Occurs443
Managing The Vehicle Damage Repair Process443
Reporting Safety Defects445
Vehicle Data Recording And Privacy446
Event Data Recorders447
Radio Frequency Identification (Rfid)448
Radio Frequency Statement448
Onstar Overview449
Onstar Services450
Emergency450
Security450
Navigation450
Using Voice Commands During A Planned Route451
Cancel Route451
Route Preview451
Repeat451
Connections452
Hands-Free Calling452
Retrieve My Number452
End A Call452
Onstar Additional Information453
Diagnostics453
Transferring Service453
How Onstar Service Works453
Tty Users454
Index457