Features And Controls - GMC 2008 Sierra 1500 Pickup Owner's Manual

Section 2
Keys ...............................................................2-3
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ................2-4
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation .......................................2-5
Remote Vehicle Start ......................................2-8
Doors and Locks ............................................2-10
Door Locks ..................................................2-10
Power Door Locks ........................................2-11
Delayed Locking ...........................................2-11
Programmable Automatic Door Locks ..............2-11
Rear Door Security Locks ..............................2-12
Lockout Protection ........................................2-13
Rear Doors ..................................................2-13
Tailgate .......................................................2-13
Windows ........................................................2-15
Manual Windows ..........................................2-15
Power Windows ............................................2-16
Sliding Rear Window .....................................2-17
Power Sliding Rear Window ...........................2-17
Sun Visors ...................................................2-18
Theft-Deterrent Systems ..................................2-18
Content Theft-Deterrent .................................2-18
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PASS-Key III+ ............................................2-20
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PASS-Key III+ Operation ..............................2-20

Features and Controls

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ................2-22
New Vehicle Break-In ....................................2-22
Ignition Positions ..........................................2-22
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...................2-23
Starting the Engine .......................................2-24
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal ................2-25
Engine Coolant Heater ..................................2-26
Automatic Transmission Operation ...................2-27
Tow/Haul Mode ............................................2-31
Parking Brake ..............................................2-32
Shifting Into PARK (P) ...................................2-33
Shifting Out of PARK (P) ...............................2-34
Parking Over Things That Burn .......................2-35
Engine Exhaust ............................................2-35
Running the Engine While Parked ...................2-36
Mirrors ...........................................................2-37
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
with OnStar
Temperature Display ..................................2-37
Outside Power Mirrors ...................................2-39
Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors .....................2-41
Object Detection Systems ...............................2-43
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) ............2-43
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