Page 1 2014 GMC Acadia/Acadia Denali Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Storage ..... . . 4-1 Phone .
Page 2: Table Of Contents
2014 GMC Acadia/Acadia Denali Owner Manual Vehicle Care ....10-1 Technical Data ....12-1 General Information .
Page 3: Using This Manual
à l'adresse quick reference. this manual including, but not limited savant: to, GM, the GM logo, GMC, the Helm, Incorporated GMC Truck Emblem, ACADIA, and Attention: Customer Service DENALI are trademarks and/or 47911 Halyard Drive...
Page 4 Introduction Danger, Warnings, and Symbols Caution Cautions The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of Text marked Caution provides text. Symbols are shown along with Danger information that may indicate a the text describing the operation or hazard that could result in injury information relating to a specific Text marked...
Page 5: Onstar
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart : Fuses Here are some additional symbols : Headlamp High/Low-Beam that may be found on the vehicle Changer and what they mean. For more : LATCH System Child information on the symbol, refer to Restraints the Index. : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : Airbag Readiness Light : Oil Pressure...
Page 6 Introduction NOTES...
Page 7: In Brief
In Brief In Brief Passenger Sensing Lane Departure System ..... 1-10 Warning (LDW) ... . . 1-19 Mirror Adjustment .
Page 8 In Brief Instrument Panel...
Page 9: Information
In Brief 1. Air Vents on page 8-11. 11. Dome Lamp Override. See 20. Rear Window Wiper/Washer on Dome Lamps on page 6-5. page 5-4. 2. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5-3 (Out of View). Instrument Panel Illumination Traction Control/Electronic Control on page 6-5. Stability Control on page 9-28.
Page 10: Initial Drive Information
In Brief Initial Drive Press and hold for more than two seconds to sound the panic Information alarm. This section provides a brief Press again to cancel the panic overview about some of the alarm. important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle.
Page 11: Door Locks
In Brief The engine will continue to run for Door Locks Power Door Locks 10 minutes. Repeat the steps for a To lock or unlock a door manually: 10-minute time extension. Remote start can be extended only once. From the inside use the door lock knob on the window sill.
Page 12 In Brief Windows : Press to unlock the doors. : Press to lock the doors. See Power Door Locks on page 2-6. Liftgate To open the liftgate the vehicle must be in P (Park). Press the touch pad under the liftgate handle. To close the liftgate, use the pull cup or pull strap as an aid.
Page 13: Seat Adjustment
In Brief Seat Adjustment 3. Try to move the seat back and 3. Lumbar Control forth to be sure it is locked in To adjust a power seat, if equipped: Manual Seats place. Move the seat forward or Move the lever (2) up or down to rearward by sliding the raise or lower the seat.
Page 14: Memory Features
In Brief Memory Features Second Row Seats To fold the third row seatback: 1. Remove anything on or under the seat. If available, the controls on the The second row seat can be folded driver door are used to program and to access the third row.
Page 15: Head Restraint Adjustment
In Brief Heated and Cooled Front Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of Seats the button, the seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to the off setting. The lights indicate three for the highest setting and one for the lowest.
Page 16: Passenger Sensing System
1-10 In Brief Safety Belts Passenger Sensing The passenger airbag status indicator will light on the instrument System panel when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5-15. Mirror Adjustment Exterior Mirrors United States Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly: Canada and Mexico...
Page 17 In Brief 1-11 3. Return the switch to the center Folding Mirrors Interior Mirror to deselect the mirror. For vehicles with manual folding Adjustment mirrors, push the mirror toward the Adjust the rearview mirror to clearly vehicle. Pull the mirror out to return view the area behind the vehicle.
Page 18 1-12 In Brief Steering Wheel Interior Lighting The dome lamp override button is next to the exterior lamps control. Adjustment Dome Lamps DOME OFF: Press the button The dome lamps are in the and the dome lamps remain off overhead console and above the when a door is opened.
Page 19: Exterior Lighting
In Brief 1-13 Reading Lamps AUTO: Turns the headlamps on Turn the band with the wiper symbol automatically at normal brightness, to control the windshield wipers. Press the button near each lamp to together with the other exterior turn them on or off. lamps and instrument panel lights.
Page 20: Climate Controls
1-14 In Brief Climate Controls : Press to turn the rear wiper on and off. The wiper speed cannot be changed. : Press to spray washer fluid on the rear window. The window wiper will also come on. See Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5-3 and Rear Window Wiper/ Washer on page 5-4.
Page 21 In Brief 1-15 Dual Automatic Climate Control System Transmission Electronic Range Select (ERS) Mode ERS mode allows you to choose the top-gear limit of the transmission and the vehicle's speed while driving downhill or towing a trailer. The vehicle has an electronic shift position indicator within the instrument cluster.
Page 22: Vehicle Features
1-16 In Brief Vehicle Features AUX Port: 3.5 mm (1/8 in) connection for external audio devices. Radio(s) PUSH/SEL: Turn to manually find a station or highlight a menu selection. Press to select a highlighted selection. : Press to go to the Home Page. See Home Page in Operation on page 7-3.
Page 23: Portable Audio Devices
In Brief 1-17 Press and hold to quickly Storing Radio Station Presets SiriusXM Satellite Radio increase or decrease the time Service Up to 30 preset stations can be settings. stored. AM, FM, and SiriusXM (if SiriusXM is a satellite radio service Press OK or the Back screen equipped) can be mixed.
Page 24 1-18 In Brief etc. can be connected to the Steering Wheel Controls SRCE: Press to switch between auxiliary port using a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) the radio, CD, and for equipped input jack or the USB port vehicles, front auxiliary, rear depending on the audio system.
Page 25: Infotainment System
In Brief 1-19 Cruise Control SET : Press briefly to set the vehicle much too closely. When speed and activate cruise control. approaching a vehicle ahead too If cruise control is already active, quickly, FCA provides a red flashing use to decrease vehicle speed. alert on the windshield and rapidly beeps.
Page 26: Universal Remote System
1-20 In Brief At the rear of the center floor Side Blind Zone Ultrasonic Parking Assist console. Alert (SBZA) If equipped, this system uses In the rear cargo area. sensors on the rear bumper to If equipped, SBZA will detect To use the outlets, remove the assist with parking and avoiding vehicles in the next lane over in the...
Page 27: Maintenance
In Brief 1-21 Sunroof Vent: Press the front or rear of the Performance and switch to vent or close the sunroof. Maintenance The ignition must be in ON/RUN or Express-open/Express-close: ACC/ACCESSORY, or Retained Press and release the rear or front Accessory Power (RAP) must be Traction Control/ of the switch to express-open or...
Page 28: Driving For Better Fuel Economy
1-22 In Brief Tire Pressure Monitor tire pressures are getting low and 3. Press and hold the set/reset the tires need to be inflated to the button until 100% is displayed. This vehicle may have a Tire proper pressure. Three chimes sound and the Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
Page 29: Onstar Overview
TTY Users (U.S. Only): 1-888-889-2438 Combine several trips into a single trip. Canada: 1-800-268-6800 Replace the vehicle's tires with New GMC owners are automatically the same TPC Spec number enrolled in the Roadside Assistance molded into the tire's sidewall Program. near the size.
Page 30 1-24 In Brief NOTES...
Page 31: Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Exterior Mirrors Keys and Locks Convex Mirrors ....2-14 Windows Power Mirrors ....2-14 Keys Folding Mirrors .
Page 32: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows If equipped, with an active OnStar Remote Keyless Entry subscription, an OnStar Advisor (RKE) System Operation may remotely unlock the vehicle. See OnStar, if equipped. The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter functions work up to Remote Keyless Entry 60 m (195 ft) away from the vehicle.
Page 33 Keys, Doors, and Windows Programming Transmitters to (Lock): Press to lock all the Pressing on the RKE transmitter the Vehicle doors. disarms the content theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle Alarm System Only RKE transmitters programmed If enabled through the Driver on page 2-11. to this vehicle will work.
Page 34 Keys, Doors, and Windows transmitter. Do not insert when doing so. Check local Caution the tool too far. Stop as regulations for any requirements on soon as resistance is felt. remote starting of vehicles. When replacing the battery, do Do not use the remote start feature Twist the tool until the not touch any of the circuitry on transmitter is separated.
Page 35 Keys, Doors, and Windows vehicle's lights cannot be seen, After entering the vehicle during a 10 minutes are added, allowing the remote start, insert and turn the key engine to run for a total of press and hold for at least to the ON/RUN position to drive the 15 minutes.
Page 36: Power Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows Conditions in Which the Power Door Locks Warning (Continued) Remote Start Will Not Work crash is increased if the The vehicle cannot be started using doors are not locked. So, all the remote start feature if the key is passengers should wear in the ignition, the hood is open, or if safety belts properly and the...
Page 37: Automatic Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows Automatic Door Locks Safety Locks (Unlock): Press to unlock the doors. Vehicles with an automatic lock/ Caution (Lock): Press to lock the doors. unlock feature enable you to program the vehicle's power door Pulling the inside door handle Delayed Locking locks.
Page 38: Doors
Keys, Doors, and Windows Doors Warning (Continued) Liftgate Adjust the climate control system to a setting that brings in only outside air and Warning set the fan speed to the highest setting. See Climate Exhaust gases can enter the Control Systems in the vehicle if it is driven with the Index.
Page 39 Keys, Doors, and Windows Manual Liftgate Warning To unlock the liftgate, press the You, or others, could be injured if power door lock switch or press caught in the path of the power on the Remote Keyless Entry liftgate. Make sure there is no one (RKE) transmitter twice.
Page 40 2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows continue to completion. If the If more obstacles are encountered vehicle is shifted out of P (Park) and on the same power cycle, the power accelerated before the power liftgate function deactivates. The liftgate latch closes, the liftgate may must be opened or closed manually reverse to the open position.
Page 41: Vehicle Security
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 Manual Operation of Power Press the touch pad on the outside Vehicle Security of the liftgate pull cup and lift to Liftgate This vehicle has theft-deterrent open. Use the pull cup to lower and features; however, they do not make close the liftgate.
Page 42 2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows The security light flashes. horn chirps and the lights flash. Testing the Alarm If the key is not placed in the When the door is closed, the To test the alarm: ignition and turned to START or the security light stops flashing and 1.
Page 43: Immobilizer Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 Immobilizer When the PASS-Key III+ system It is possible for the PASS-Key III+ senses an incorrect key, the vehicle decoder to learn the transponder See Radio Frequency Statement on does not start. Anyone using a value of a new or replacement key.
Page 44: Exterior Mirrors
2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows 3. After the engine has started, turn Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors the key to LOCK/OFF, and remove the key. Convex Mirrors 4. Insert the key to be programmed and turn it to the ON/RUN Warning position within five seconds of the original key being turned to A convex mirror can make things,...
Page 45: Folding Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 Folding Mirrors Resetting the Power Folding Mirrors For vehicles with manual folding Reset the power folding mirrors if: mirrors, push the mirror toward the vehicle. Pull the mirror out to return The mirrors are accidentally to its original position.
Page 46: Blind Spot Mirrors
2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows Automatic Dimming Driving with the Blind Spot Mirror Mirror 1. When the approaching vehicle is If equipped, the driver outside mirror a long distance away, the image automatically adjusts for the glare of in the main mirror is small and the headlamps from behind.
Page 47: Interior Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 Using the Outside Mirror with Park Tilt Mirrors Interior Mirrors the Blind Spot Mirror If the vehicle has the memory Interior Rearview Mirrors 1. Set the main mirror so that the package, the outside mirrors have a side of the vehicle can just be park tilt feature.
Page 48: Windows
2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows Manual Rearview Mirror Windows The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy If equipped, push the tab forward for performance. This may result in a daytime use and pull it for nighttime Warning pulsing sound when either rear use to avoid glare from the window is down and the front Never leave a child, a helpless...
Page 49 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-19 Express-Up/Express-Down 2. Press and continue to hold the window switch until the window Windows is fully open. A window with the express-up/down 3. Pull up and hold the window feature allows it to be raised or switch to close the window.
Page 50: Roof
2-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows Rear Window Lockout Sun Visors Roof Pull the sun visor down or unhook it Sunroof and move it to the side to reduce glare. The ignition must be in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY, or Retained Visor Vanity Mirror Accessory Power (RAP) must be Lift the cover to use the mirror and active to operate the sunroof and...
Page 51 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-21 Vent: Press and hold the front of Dirt and debris may collect on the the switch to vent the sunroof. Press sunroof seal or in the track. This and hold the rear of the switch to could cause an issue with sunroof close the sunroof.
Page 52 2-22 Keys, Doors, and Windows NOTES...
Page 53: Seats And Restraints
Seats and Restraints Seats and Lap-Shoulder Belt ... 3-16 Adding Equipment to the Safety Belt Use During Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . 3-34 Restraints Pregnancy ....3-21 Airbag System Check .
Page 54: Head Restraints
Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Front Seats Warning With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/ spinal injury in a crash. Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and Adjust the head restraint so that the To raise or lower the head restraint,...
Page 55: Front Seats
Seats and Restraints and push the head restraint Front Seats 2. Driver Seat Height Adjustment rearward until the desired locking Lever position is reached. Try to move the Seat Adjustment 3. Seatback Lever head restraint after the button is To adjust a manual seat: released to make sure that it is Warning locked in place.
Page 56: Power Seat Adjustment
Seats and Restraints Raise or lower the entire seat by Power Seat Adjustment Lumbar Adjustment moving the rear of the control (1) up or down. Manual Lumbar Adjust the seatback by tilting the top of the control (2) forward or rearward.
Page 57: Reclining Seatbacks
Seats and Restraints Power Lumbar Reclining Seatbacks Warning Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you.
Page 58: Memory Seats
Seats and Restraints 2. Push and pull on the seatback to Memory Seats make sure it is locked. Power Reclining Seatbacks To recline the seatback: 1. Lift the lever. If available, the controls on the 2. Move the seatback to the driver door are used to program and desired position, and then recall memory settings for the driver...
Page 59 Seats and Restraints Storing Memory Positions Memory Remote Recall recall may stop. Remove the obstruction; then press and hold the To save into memory: The memory feature can recall the appropriate manual control for the driver seat, outside mirrors, and 1.
Page 60: Heated And Cooled Front Seats
Seats and Restraints A single beep sounds. The driver Heated and Cooled Front seat moves back approximately Seats 8 cm (3 in) and the power steering column (if equipped) moves up and Warning forward. To move the seat back farther, press again until the seat If you cannot feel temperature is all the way back.
Page 61: Rear Seats
Seats and Restraints the off setting. The lights indicate Rear Seats Entering and Exiting the three for the highest setting and one Third Row for the lowest. Warning The passenger heated seat may take longer to heat up. Using the third row seating The heated and/or cooled seats are position while the second row is canceled after the ignition is...
Page 62 3-10 Seats and Restraints 5. Pull the sliding seat lever (3) 5. Push and pull on the seatback forward. The seatback will tilt and seat cushion to make sure forward, and the seat will begin they are locked in place. sliding forward.
Page 63 Seats and Restraints 3-11 3. Pull forward on the reclining Third Row Seats To fold the third row seatback: seatback strap (2). 1. Remove anything on or under The head restraint will fold down the seat. Warning automatically. Using the third row seating To return the seatback to the position while the second row is seating position, lift the seatback...
Page 64 3-12 Seats and Restraints or lift the seatback and push it Warning (Continued) into place from inside the vehicle. protection needed in a crash. The 2. The headrest must be locked person wearing the belt could be into place before sitting in seriously injured.
Page 65 Seats and Restraints 3-13 Installing the Third Row Seats 3. Reinstall the bolts, and torque to Caution (41 lb ft). Pull up on the To reinstall a third row seat: seat to make sure it is locked in Folding a rear seat with the safety 1.
Page 66: Safety Belts
3-14 Seats and Restraints Safety Belts Why Safety Belts Work Warning (Continued) This section of the manual are more likely to be seriously describes how to use safety belts injured or killed. Do not allow properly. It also describes some passengers to ride in any area of things not to do with safety belts.
Page 67: Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints 3-15 safety belts. That is why wearing Also, in nearly all states and in safety belts makes such good all Canadian provinces, the law sense. requires wearing safety belts. Questions and Answers About How to Wear Safety Belts Safety Belts Properly Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle...
Page 68: Lap-Shoulder Belt
3-16 Seats and Restraints Wear the shoulder belt over the If you are using a rear seating shoulder and across the chest. position with a detachable safety These parts of the body are best belt and the safety belt is not able to take belt restraining attached, see Returning the Seat to forces.
Page 69 Seats and Restraints 3-17 later in this section for instructions on use and important safety information. 3. Push the latch plate into the To unlatch the belt, push the button buckle until it clicks. on the buckle. The belt should return to its stowed position.
Page 70 3-18 Seats and Restraints Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Safety Belt Pretensioners The vehicle has a shoulder belt This vehicle has safety belt height adjuster for the driver and pretensioners for the front outboard right front passenger seating occupants. Although the safety belt positions.
Page 71 Seats and Restraints 3-19 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Here is how to install a comfort 1. For the outboard positions, guide to the safety belt: remove the guide from its Guides storage clip on the interior body. This vehicle may have rear safety For the third row center position, belt comfort guides.
Page 72 3-20 Seats and Restraints Pull the comfort guide out of its Warning (Continued) storage location and then return the headrest to its upright and across the chest. These parts position. of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. 3.
Page 73: Safety Belt Use During
Seats and Restraints 3-21 To remove and store the comfort A pregnant woman should wear a use it for securing child seats. To guide, squeeze the belt edges lap-shoulder belt, and the lap wear it, attach it to the regular safety together so that the safety belt can portion should be worn as low as belt.
Page 74: Safety Belt Care
3-22 Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Care Replacing Safety Belt After a minor crash, replacement of safety belts may not be necessary. System Parts after a Keep belts clean and dry. But the safety belt assemblies that Crash were used during any crash may Warning have been stressed or damaged.
Page 75: Airbag System
Seats and Restraints 3-23 Airbag System The vehicle may have the following are also designed to help reduce airbag: the risk of injury from the force of an The vehicle has the following inflating bag, all airbags must inflate A front center airbag for the airbags: very quickly to do their job.
Page 76 3-24 Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) safety belts. Everyone in the should sit as far back as possible how, see Older Children on vehicle should wear a safety belt while still maintaining control of page 3-36 or Infants and Young properly, whether or not there is the vehicle.
Page 77: Where Are The Airbags
Seats and Restraints 3-25 Where Are the Airbags? The front outboard passenger If the vehicle has a front center frontal airbag is in the passenger airbag, it is in the inboard side of the side instrument panel. driver seatback. The driver frontal airbag is in the center of the steering wheel.
Page 78 3-26 Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering.
Page 79: When Should An Airbag
Seats and Restraints 3-27 When Should an Airbag It depends on what is hit, the side. The front center airbag is not direction of the impact, and how designed to inflate in frontal Inflate? quickly the vehicle slows down. impacts, near frontal impacts, or rear impacts.
Page 80: What Makes An Airbag
3-28 Seats and Restraints system predicts that the vehicle is wheel or the instrument panel. In Airbags should never be regarded about to roll over on its side, or in a moderate to severe side collisions, as anything more than a supplement severe frontal impact.
Page 81 Seats and Restraints 3-29 the windshield or being able to steer fuel system after the airbags inflate. Additional windshield breakage may the vehicle, nor does it prevent You can lock the doors, and turn off also occur from the front outboard people from leaving the vehicle.
Page 82: Passenger Sensing
3-30 Seats and Restraints Let only qualified technicians occupant and determine if the front work on the airbag systems. outboard passenger frontal airbag Improper service can mean that should be allowed to inflate or not. an airbag system will not work According to accident statistics, properly.
Page 83 Seats and Restraints 3-31 The passenger sensing system is person of adult size is sitting Warning (Continued) designed to turn off the front properly in the front outboard outboard passenger frontal airbag if: passenger seat. forward-facing child restraint can When the passenger sensing The front outboard passenger be seriously injured or killed if the seat is unoccupied.
Page 84 3-32 Seats and Restraints 3. Remove any additional items happens, adjust the head Warning (Continued) from the seat such as blankets, restraint. See Head Restraints cushions, seat covers, seat on page 3-2. with the airbag system. To help heaters, or seat massagers. 6.
Page 85 Seats and Restraints 3-33 If a person of adult size is sitting in A thick layer of additional material, Warning the front outboard passenger seat, such as a blanket or cushion, but the off indicator is lit, it could be or aftermarket equipment such as If the front outboard passenger because that person is not sitting...
Page 86: Adding Equipment To The
3-34 Seats and Restraints Liquid pooled on the seat that Warning Warning has not soaked in may make it more likely that the passenger Stowing of articles under the For up to 10 seconds after the sensing system will turn on the passenger seat or between the vehicle is turned off and the passenger airbag while a child...
Page 87: Airbag System Check
Seats and Restraints 3-35 belts, airbag sensing and diagnostic passenger sensing system. This Airbag System Check module, steering wheel, instrument could either prevent proper The airbag system does not need panel, roof-rail airbag modules, deployment of the passenger regularly scheduled maintenance or ceiling or pillar garnish trim, airbag(s) or prevent the passenger replacement.
Page 88: Replacing Airbag System
3-36 Seats and Restraints Replacing Airbag System If an airbag inflates, you will need to Child Restraints replace airbag system parts. See Parts after a Crash your dealer for service. Older Children If the airbag readiness light stays on Warning after the vehicle is started or comes on when you are driving, the airbag A crash can damage the airbag...
Page 89 Seats and Restraints 3-37 Can proper safety belt fit be The manufacturer instructions that In a crash, children who are not maintained for the length of the come with the booster seat state the buckled up can strike other people trip? If yes, continue.
Page 90: Infants And Young
3-38 Seats and Restraints Infants and Young Warning (Continued) Children belt. The belt force would then be Everyone in a vehicle needs applied right on the abdomen. protection! This includes infants and That could cause serious or fatal all other children. Neither the injuries.
Page 91 Seats and Restraints 3-39 Every time infants and young Warning (Continued) children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by right front seat, always move the appropriate child restraints. Neither front passenger seat as far back the vehicle's safety belt system nor as it will go.
Page 92 3-40 Seats and Restraints Q: What are the different types of The restraint manufacturer Warning add-on child restraints? instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and A: Add-on child restraints, which A young child's hip bones are still height limitations for a particular are purchased by the vehicle so small that the vehicle's regular...
Page 93: Child Restraint Systems
Seats and Restraints 3-41 Child Restraint Systems Forward-Facing Child Seat Booster Seats A forward-facing child seat provides A booster seat is a child restraint Rear-Facing Infant Seat restraint for the child's body with the designed to improve the fit of the A rear-facing infant seat provides harness.
Page 94: Where To Put The
3-42 Seats and Restraints Securing an Add-On Child Children can be endangered in a Administration (NHTSA) website to crash if the child restraint is not locate the nearest child safety seat Restraint in the Vehicle properly secured in the vehicle. inspection station.
Page 95 Seats and Restraints 3-43 Whenever possible, children age Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) 12 and under should be secured in a rear seating position. injured or killed if the right front See Passenger Sensing System The vehicle may be equipped with a passenger airbag inflates and the on page 3-30 for additional front center airbag in the inboard...
Page 96: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children
3-44 Seats and Restraints to access adjacent safety belt restraint to the anchors in the Make sure to follow the instructions assemblies or LATCH anchors for vehicle. The LATCH system is that came with the child restraint, additional passengers or child designed to make installation of a and also the instructions in this restraints.
Page 97 Seats and Restraints 3-45 Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor The child restraint may have a single tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Either will have a single attachment (2) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints with top tethers are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached.
Page 98 3-46 Seats and Restraints Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations Second Row 60/40 Bench Third Row (Top Tether Anchor): Seating (Top Tether Anchor): Seating positions with top tether anchors. positions with top tether anchors. Second Row Bucket (Lower Anchor): Seating (Top Tether Anchor): Seating positions with two lower anchors.
Page 99: System
Seats and Restraints 3-47 Be sure to use an anchor on the that the top tether be attached, or if same side of the vehicle as the the instructions that come with the seating position where the child child restraint say that the top tether restraint will be placed.
Page 100 3-48 Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) Warning Caution (Continued) anchors, or use the vehicle safety Children can be seriously injured Do not fold the empty rear seat belts to secure the restraint, or strangled if a shoulder belt is with a safety belt buckled. This following the instructions that wrapped around their neck and could damage the safety belt or...
Page 101 Seats and Restraints 3-49 This system is designed to make 1.2. To access the lower 2. If the child restraint manufacturer installation of child restraints easier. anchors in the second row, recommends that the top tether When using lower anchors, do not it may help to recline the be attached, attach and tighten use the vehicle's safety belts.
Page 102 3-50 Seats and Restraints If the position you are using If the position you are using does not have a headrest does not have a headrest or head restraint and you or head restraint and you are using a single tether, are using a dual tether, route the tether over the route the tether over the...
Page 103: Replacing Latch System
Seats and Restraints 3-51 Replacing LATCH System Securing Child Restraints Children (LATCH System) on page 3-44 for top tether anchor Parts After a Crash (Rear Seat) locations. The vehicle may be equipped with a Do not secure a child seat in a Warning front center airbag in the inboard position without a top tether anchor...
Page 104 3-52 Seats and Restraints 1. Put the child restraint on the seat. 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how.
Page 105: (Front Passenger Seat)
Seats and Restraints 3-53 6. If the child restraint has a top Securing Child Restraints Warning tether, follow the child restraint (Front Passenger Seat) manufacturer's instructions A child in a rear-facing child regarding the use of the top The vehicle has airbags. A rear seat restraint can be seriously injured tether.
Page 106 3-54 Seats and Restraints Do not secure a child seat in a 2. Put the child restraint on Warning (Continued) position without a top tether anchor the seat. if a national or local law requires 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run Secure rear-facing child restraints that the top tether be anchored, or if the lap and shoulder portions of...
Page 107 Seats and Restraints 3-55 7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth.
Page 108 3-56 Seats and Restraints NOTES...
Page 109: Instrument Panel Storage
Storage Storage Storage This vehicle has an instrument panel storage area. To open the Compartments cover, pull the latch forward. Storage Compartments There is an auxiliary input jack on Warning the faceplate and a USB port in the Storage Compartments ..4-1 instrument panel storage.
Page 110: Cupholders
Storage Armrest Storage Center Console Storage There is additional storage under the armrest. Move the armrest all the way to the rear position, then If equipped, the rear seat armrest Pull up the lever on the front of the slide the storage cover back to may have two cupholders.
Page 111: Additional Storage Features
Storage Additional Storage Warning Features An improperly latched and closed cargo cover, or cargo cover left in Cargo Cover the open position, could be For vehicles with a cargo cover, it thrown about the vehicle during a can be used to cover items in the crash or sudden maneuver.
Page 112: Convenience Net
Storage Convenience Net For vehicles with a convenience Roof Rack System net (4), attach it to the vehicle using only the cargo tie-downs (3) on Warning each side. The net is used to store small loads and should not be used If something is carried on top of heavy loads.
Page 113 Storage To prevent damage or loss of cargo Caution when driving, check to make sure crossrails and cargo are securely Loading cargo on the roof rack fastened. Loading cargo on the roof that weighs more than 91 kg rack will make the vehicle s center (200 lb) or hangs over the rear or of gravity higher.
Page 114 Storage NOTES...
Page 115: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls Instruments and Airbag Readiness Light ..5-14 Vehicle Messages Passenger Airbag Status Vehicle Messages ... 5-32 Controls Indicator ....5-15 Battery Voltage and Charging Charging System Light .
Page 116: Controls
Instruments and Controls Vehicle Personalization Controls Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Vehicle Personalization ..5-42 Steering Wheel Universal Remote System Steering Wheel Controls Universal Remote System . . . 5-49 Adjustment Universal Remote System Programming .
Page 117: Horn
Instruments and Controls To select tracks on an iPod or USB SRCE (Source): Press to switch Turn the band with the wiper symbol device: between the radio, CD, and if to control the windshield wipers. equipped, front auxiliary, rear Press and hold auxiliary, and iPod/USB.
Page 118: Rear Window Wiper
Instruments and Controls Heavy snow or ice can overload the Rear Window Wiper/ Compass wipers. A circuit breaker stops them Washer Your vehicle may have a compass until the motor cools. in the Driver Information Center The rear wiper and rear wash button Windshield Washer (DIC).
Page 119 Instruments and Controls Compass variance is the difference 5. If calibration is necessary, between the earth's magnetic north calibrate the compass. See and true geographic north. If the Compass Calibration compass is not set to the zone Procedure following. where you live, the compass may Compass Calibration give false readings.
Page 120: Clock
Instruments and Controls If the DIC display does not show a To calibrate the compass, use the 4. The DIC will display heading, for example, N for North, following procedure: CALIBRATING: DRIVE IN or the heading does not change CIRCLES. Drive the vehicle in Compass Calibration Procedure after making turns, there may be a tight circles at less than 8 km/h...
Page 121: Power Outlets
Instruments and Controls Press Settings on the Home Page, Power Outlets Caution then press the Set Time or Set Date The vehicle has 12-volt outlets that settings screen button to display the Leaving electrical equipment can be used to plug in electrical different options for setting the time plugged in for an extended period equipment, such as a cell phone or...
Page 122 Instruments and Controls circuit, unplug the item and plug it Caution back in or turn the Retained Accessory Power (RAP) off and Hanging heavy equipment from then back on. See Retained the power outlet can cause Accessory Power (RAP) on damage not covered by the page 9-18.
Page 123: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators
Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a vehicle Gauges, and function. Often gauges and warning lights work together to indicate a Indicators problem with the vehicle. Warning lights and gauges can When one of the warning lights signal that something is wrong comes on and stays on while...
Page 124: Instrument Cluster
5-10 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Shown, Metric Similar...
Page 125: Odometer
Instruments and Controls 5-11 Speedometer Fuel Gauge When the ignition is on, the fuel gauge shows how much fuel is left The speedometer shows the in the tank. vehicle's speed in either kilometers An arrow in the fuel gauge indicates per hour (km/h) or miles per the side of the vehicle the fuel door hour (mph).
Page 126: Fuel Gauge
5-12 Instruments and Controls Here are some situations that may Engine Coolant occur with the fuel gauge. None of Temperature Gauge these indicate a problem with the fuel gauge. At the gas station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full.
Page 127: Voltmeter Gauge
Instruments and Controls 5-13 See Engine Overheating on This is normal. Readings between Safety Belt Reminders page 10-16 for more information. the low and high warning zones Driver Safety Belt Reminder indicate the normal operating range. Voltmeter Gauge Light Readings in the low warning zone may occur when a large number of There is a driver safety belt electrical accessories are operating...
Page 128: Airbag Readiness Light
5-14 Instruments and Controls Passenger Safety Belt The front passenger safety belt The airbag readiness light comes on warning light and chime may turn on for several seconds when the Reminder Light if an object is put on the seat such vehicle is started.
Page 129: Passenger Airbag Status
Instruments and Controls 5-15 Passenger Airbag Status as a system check. Then, after Warning several more seconds, the status Indicator indicator will light either ON or OFF, If the airbag readiness light ever or either the on or off symbol to let The vehicle has a passenger comes on and stays on, it means you know the status of the front...
Page 130: Malfunction
5-16 Instruments and Controls a check to show the light is working. are at acceptable levels, helping to assists the service technician in It should go out when the engine is maintain a clean environment. The correctly diagnosing any started. malfunction indicator lamp comes malfunction.
Page 131: Maintenance
Instruments and Controls 5-17 Avoid hard accelerations. improperly installed. A loose or Caution (Continued) missing fuel cap allows fuel to Avoid steep uphill grades. evaporate into the atmosphere. (TPC) can affect the vehicle's If towing a trailer, reduce the A few driving trips with the cap amount of cargo being hauled as emission controls and can cause properly installed should turn the...
Page 132: Brake System Warning
5-18 Instruments and Controls diagnostic tools to fix any The vehicle may not pass system readiness, your dealer mechanical or electrical problems inspection if: can prepare the vehicle for that might have developed. inspection. The malfunction indicator lamp is on with the engine running, or if Emissions Inspection and Brake System Warning the light does not come on when...
Page 133: Antilock Brake System (Abs)
Instruments and Controls 5-19 This light should come on briefly Antilock Brake System Warning when the ignition key is turned to (ABS) Warning Light ON/RUN. If it does not come on The brake system might not be then, have it fixed so it will be ready working properly if the brake to warn if there is a problem.
Page 134: Tow/Haul Mode Light
5-20 Instruments and Controls ® there are no antilock brakes and This light comes on briefly while StabiliTrak Indicator there is a problem with the regular starting the vehicle. If it does not, Light brakes. See Brake System Warning have the vehicle serviced by your Light on page 5-18.
Page 135: Engine Coolant Temperature
Instruments and Controls 5-21 Engine Coolant Tire Pressure Light When the Light Flashes First and Then Is On Steady Temperature Warning If the light flashes for about a minute Light and then stays on, there may be a problem with the TPMS. If the problem is not corrected, the light will come on at every ignition cycle.
Page 136: Security Light
5-22 Instruments and Controls The security light should come on High-Beam On Light briefly as the engine is started. If the system is working normally, the indicator light turns off. If it does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer.
Page 137: Cruise Control Light
Instruments and Controls 5-23 The light goes out when the fog Information Displays temperature automatically appears lamps are turned off. See Fog in the top right corner of the DIC Lamps on page 6-4 for more display. If there is a problem with Driver Information information.
Page 138 5-24 Instruments and Controls The buttons are the set/reset, Vehicle Information Menu recommended in the Maintenance customization, vehicle information, Schedule in this manual. See Items and trip/fuel buttons. The button Maintenance Schedule on (Vehicle Information): Press functions are detailed in the page 11-2 for more information.
Page 139: Front/Rear Tires
Instruments and Controls 5-25 ALERT SYSTEM OFF message as REAR CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT the vehicle information will then be a reminder that the system has displayed in the unit of If the vehicle has the Rear Cross been turned off. See Object measurement selected.
Page 140: Compass Recalibration
5-26 Instruments and Controls If the tire pressure display shows Trip/Fuel Menu Items Each trip odometer can be reset to dashes instead of a value, there zero separately by pressing the set/ (Trip/Fuel): Press this button may be a problem with your vehicle. reset button or the trip odometer to scroll through the following menu If this consistently occurs, see your...
Page 141 Instruments and Controls 5-27 begins moving, the display will then number may change even though To start the timer, press the set/ increase to 8.2 km (5.1 mi), 8.4 km the same amount of fuel is in the reset button while TIMER is (5.2 mi), etc.
Page 142: Head-Up Display (Hud)
5-28 Instruments and Controls the fuel used information, press and Head-Up Display (HUD) The images are projected by the hold the set/reset button while FUEL HUD lens on the driver side of the USED is displayed. instrument panel. Warning The language of the HUD AVG (Average) SPEED If the HUD image is too bright or information displayed can be...
Page 143 Instruments and Controls 5-29 The following indicator lights come When the HUD is on, the on in the instrument panel when speedometer reading is continually activated and also appear on displayed. The current radio station the HUD: or CD track number will display for a short period of time after the radio Turn Signal Indicators or CD track status changes.
Page 144 5-30 Instruments and Controls To adjust the HUD image so that (Page): Press this button to The three formats are: items are properly displayed: select the display formats. Release the page button when the format 1. Adjust the driver seat to a number with the desired display is comfortable position.
Page 145 Instruments and Controls 5-31 All formats will show the Turn-By-Turn navigation information and provide details about the next driving maneuver to be made. When you near your destination, the HUD will display a distance bar that will fill in the closer you get to your English English destination.
Page 146: Vehicle Messages
5-32 Instruments and Controls HUD Troubleshooting Vehicle Messages The following are the possible messages that can be displayed Check that: Messages are displayed on the DIC and some information about them. to notify the driver that the status of Nothing is covering the HUD lens.
Page 147: Brake System Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-33 Turn off all unnecessary Light on page 5-18. If this message obstructions, and close the door accessories to allow the battery to appears, stop as soon as possible again. Check to see if the message recharge. and turn off the vehicle.
Page 148: Engine Cooling System
5-34 Instruments and Controls the vehicle and check the liftgate. the door for obstructions, and close ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE Restart the vehicle and check for the door again. Check to see if the ENGINE the message on the DIC display. message still appears on the DIC.
Page 149: Engine Oil Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-35 Engine Oil Messages OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP This message also displays when the vehicle's engine power is ENGINE CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON reduced. Reduced engine power This message displays when the can affect the vehicle's ability to This message displays when vehicle's engine oil pressure is low.
Page 150: Key And Lock Messages
5-36 Instruments and Controls TIGHTEN GAS CAP Lamp Messages Object Detection System Messages This message may display along AUTOMATIC LIGHT with the check engine light on the CONTROL OFF FORWARD COLLISION ALERT instrument cluster if the vehicle's UNAVAILABLE fuel cap is not tightened properly. This message displays when the See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on automatic headlamps are turned off.
Page 151 Instruments and Controls 5-37 LANE DEPARTURE SYS been turned off. To turn the URPA park. See Ultrasonic Parking Assist system back on, see Ultrasonic on page 9-34 for more information. UNAVAILABLE Parking Assist on page 9-34. See your dealer for service. This message displays when REAR CROSS TRAFFIC SERVICE SIDE DETECTION...
Page 152: Ride Control System
5-38 Instruments and Controls SIDE DETECTION SYS Ride Control System TRACTION CONTROL OFF TEMPORARILY OFF Messages This message displays when the Traction Control System (TCS) is If your vehicle has the Side Blind SERVICE STABILITRAK turned off. Adjust your driving Zone Alert (SBZA) system, this accordingly.
Page 153: Climate Control Systems
Instruments and Controls 5-39 Security Messages systems are no longer working. STARTING DISABLED Have the climate control system SERVICE THROTTLE SERVICE THEFT DETERRENT serviced by your dealer if you notice This message displays when your SYSTEM a drop in heating and air vehicle's throttle system is not conditioning efficiency.
Page 154: Transmission Messages
5-40 Instruments and Controls Certain other vehicle electrical until the tire pressure is equal to the TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE conditions values shown on the Tire and This message displays when the Loading Information label. See Tires This message turns off when the Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 10-37, Vehicle Load Limits compact spare tire is replaced by a...
Page 155: Vehicle Reminder
Instruments and Controls 5-41 on the DIC display. If the message Stop the vehicle and let it idle to Washer Fluid Messages still displays or appears again when allow the transmission to cool. This WASHER FLUID LOW ADD you begin driving, the system needs message clears when the fluid service.
Page 156: Vehicle Personalization
5-42 Instruments and Controls Vehicle Entering the Feature Press the customization button until Settings Menu the PRESS TO DISPLAY IN Personalization ENGLISH screen appears on the 1. Turn the ignition on and place DIC display. Press the set/reset Your vehicle may have the vehicle in P (Park).
Page 157 Instruments and Controls 5-43 NO CHANGE: No change will be NO CHANGE: No change will be DRIVER IN PARK: Only the driver made to this feature. The current made to this feature. The current door will unlock when the vehicle is setting will remain.
Page 158 5-44 Instruments and Controls Press the customization button until To select a setting, press the set/ LIGHTS ON (default): The exterior REMOTE DOOR LOCK appears on reset button while the desired lamps will flash when you press the the DIC display. Press the set/reset setting is displayed on the DIC.
Page 159 Instruments and Controls 5-45 lock button on the RKE transmitter is dark enough outside. This APPROACH LIGHTING twice. See Delayed Locking on happens after the key is turned from This feature allows you to select page 2-7. ON/RUN to LOCK/OFF. whether or not to have the exterior Press the customization button until lights turn on briefly during low light...
Page 160 5-46 Instruments and Controls or the vehicle is no longer off. See NO CHANGE: No change will be DRIVER MIRROR: The driver Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) made to this feature. The current outside mirror will be tilted down System Operation on page 2-2. setting will remain.
Page 161 Instruments and Controls 5-47 Press the customization button until original exit position, unless a ON: The driver seat and outside EASY EXIT SEAT appears on the memory recall took place prior to mirrors will automatically move to DIC display. Press the set/reset removing the key again.
Page 162 5-48 Instruments and Controls Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Press the customization button until If you do not exit, pressing the transmitter. See Remote Vehicle FACTORY SETTINGS appears on customization button again will Start on page 2-4. the DIC display. Press the set/reset return you to the beginning of the button once to access the settings feature settings menu.
Page 163: Universal Remote System
Instruments and Controls 5-49 Universal Remote Do not use the Universal Remote Make sure the hand-held transmitter system with any garage door opener has a new battery for quicker and System that does not have the stop and more accurate transmission of the reverse feature.
Page 164 5-50 Instruments and Controls If the indicator light stays on 2. At the same time, press and continuously or the garage hold both the hand-held door moves when the transmitter button and one of the button is pressed, then three Universal Remote system programming is complete.
Page 165: Universal Remote System Operation
Instruments and Controls 5-51 If the garage door does not Canadian radio-frequency laws and Universal Remote System move or the lamp on the garage some U.S. gate operators require Operation door opener receiver does not transmitter signals to time out or quit flash, press and hold the same after several seconds of Using the Universal Remote...
Page 166 5-52 Instruments and Controls Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote System Button To reprogram any of the system buttons: 1. Press and hold any one of the buttons. Do not release the button. 2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without releasing the button, proceed with Step 1 under Programming the Universal Remote System.
Page 167: Exterior Lamp Controls
Lighting Lighting Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control ..... . 6-5 Exterior Lamp Controls Courtesy Lamps ....6-5 Exterior Lighting Dome Lamps .
Page 168: Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Lighting Daytime Running Lamps (Parking Lamps): Turns on the parking lamps including all lamps, (DRL)/Automatic except the headlamps. Headlamp System (Headlamps): Turns on the DRL can make it easier for others to headlamps together with the parking see the front of your vehicle during lamps and instrument panel lights.
Page 169: Delayed Headlamps
Lighting darkness of the surroundings. The If the ignition is turned off with the and off. This warns others that you other lamps that come on with the are having trouble. Press again to exterior lamp control in the headlamps will also come on. turn the flashers off.
Page 170: Fog Lamps
Lighting Raise or lower the lever until the Fog Lamps (Fog Lamps): Press this button arrow starts to flash to signal a lane to turn the fog lamps on or off. change. Hold it there until the lane A light comes on in the instrument change is completed.
Page 171: Interior Lighting
Lighting Interior Lighting counterclockwise to brighten or dim The lamps can also be turned on the lights. Push the knob back in and off by turning the instrument when finished. panel brightness control clockwise Instrument Panel to the farthest position. Illumination Control Courtesy Lamps Dome Lamp Override...
Page 172: Reading Lamps
Lighting the dome lamps are off. Press the Lighting Features When the ignition is on, illuminated button again so the dome lamps entry is inactive, which means the come on when a door is opened. courtesy lamps will not come on Entry Lighting unless a door is opened.
Page 173: Delayed Exit Lighting
Lighting Delayed Exit Lighting Parade Dimming When the state of charge is high, the voltage is lowered slightly to Delayed exit lighting illuminates the This feature automatically prohibits prevent overcharging. If the vehicle interior for a period of time after the the dimming of the instrument panel has a voltmeter gauge or a voltage key is removed from the ignition.
Page 174: Battery Power Protection
Lighting EPM works to prevent excessive Battery Power Protection discharge of the battery. It does this This feature helps prevent the by balancing the generator's output battery from being drained, if the and the vehicle's electrical needs. interior courtesy lamps or reading It can increase engine idle speed to lamps are accidentally left on.
Page 175: Infotainment System
Infotainment System Infotainment Audio Players Introduction CD Player ....7-12 System MP3 ......7-13 Infotainment Auxiliary Devices .
Page 176: Infotainment System
Infotainment System The infotainment system has built-in The vehicle has Retained Theft-Deterrent Feature features intended to help with this Accessory Power (RAP). With RAP, ® TheftLock is designed to by disabling some functions when the audio system can be played discourage theft of the vehicle's driving.
Page 177: Overview
Infotainment System Overview SEEK (Previous/Reverse) The infotainment system is controlled by using the buttons, touch screen, 10. SEEK (Next/Forward) steering wheel controls, and voice recognition. See Operation on page 7-3. BACK Operation Infotainment Controls PUSH/ (Volume/Power): Press to turn the system on and off.
Page 178 Infotainment System 2. CD, USB: Press to seek to the Touchscreen Buttons (Home Page): Press to go to beginning of the current or the Home Page. See Home Page Touchscreen buttons show visibly previous track. in this section. on the screen when available. When 3.
Page 179 Infotainment System Home: From any page, press to Home Page Features Tone : Press to display the Tone cycle through the Home Pages to Settings menu. The following may Some features are disabled when start a different application. The display: the vehicle is moving and some Home Page can have up to three Tone Settings: Press to adjust the...
Page 180: Am-Fm Radio
Infotainment System Fade: Press F for more sound Radio Infotainment System Settings from the front speakers or R for Tone Settings more sound from the rear AM-FM Radio speakers. The middle position To access the tone settings, press balances the sound between the the Tone Settings button on the Playing the Radio front and rear speakers.
Page 181 Infotainment System Balance: Press the L or R button AM Station List : Press to display for more sound from the left or a list of AM stations. right speakers. The middle Update Station List : Press to position balances the sound display the list of AM stations.
Page 182 Infotainment System To access the FM Menu press the HD Enable/Disable: Press to turn Favorites List : Press to display Menu screen button and the the HD Radio receiver on or off. the SiriusXM favorites list. following may display: XM Channel List : Press to display SiriusXM (If Equipped) a list of SiriusXM channels.
Page 183: Satellite Radio
Infotainment System Audible Alert: This feature will To scroll through the pages, press Satellite Radio give an audio alert when certain FAV or the FAV screen button on the ® Vehicles with a valid SiriusXM artists or songs are available on top bar.
Page 184 7-10 Infotainment System Adding or Removing SiriusXM XM Updating: The encryption code No XM Signal: The vehicle may be in the receiver is being updated. No in a location where the SiriusXM Categories action is required. signal is being blocked. When the Using the home page: vehicle is moved into an open area, Loading XM: The audio system is...
Page 185: Radio Reception
Infotainment System 7-11 Radio Reception when things like storms and power Multi-Band Antenna lines interfere with radio reception. Frequency interference and static The multi-band antenna is located When this happens, try reducing the can occur during normal radio on the roof of the vehicle. This type treble on the radio.
Page 186: Audio Players
7-12 Infotainment System Audio Players difficulty in loading and ejecting. damaged or improperly loaded, If these problems occur, check the there is an error and the disc disc for damage or try a known ejects. CD Player good disc. The disc automatically plays once The player can be used for CD, To avoid damage to the CD player: loaded.
Page 187: Mp3
Infotainment System 7-13 Use the following controls to play Error Messages the disc: If Disc Error displays and/or the disc Playing an MP3 CD SEEK: comes out, it could be for one of the To play an MP3 CD, follow the same following reasons: Press to seek to the beginning of instructions as Playing an...
Page 188 7-14 Infotainment System The Artist/Album/Song Titles/ by the artist. There might be a delay Genre information requires a CD before the list displays. Select a to be fully scanned before the song from the list to begin playback. music navigator works with Genres: Press to view the genres.
Page 189 Infotainment System 7-15 Root Directory present in the ID3 tag, the radio displays the file name as the The root directory is treated as a track name. folder. All files contained directly under the root directory are Preprogrammed Playlists accessed prior to any root directory The radio recognizes folders.
Page 190 7-16 Infotainment System Press the Playlist screen button Press the Artist screen button Select an album from the Albums displayed on the Root Folder menu. displayed on the Root Folder menu. menu to display a list of songs. The Playlist menu displays. The Artist menu displays.
Page 191: Auxiliary Devices
Infotainment System 7-17 Composers Select the Album to display a list of Drivers are encouraged to set up songs. Select the desired song for any auxiliary device while the playback. vehicle is in P (Park). See Defensive Driving on page 9-3 for Auxiliary Devices more information on driver distraction.
Page 192: Rear Seat Infotainment
7-18 Infotainment System USB Supported Devices Rear Seat Audio can be heard through wired headphones (not included) plugged USB Flash Drives Infotainment into the jacks on the RSA. If the Portable USB Hard Drives vehicle has this feature, audio can Rear Seat Audio (RSA) also be heard on Channel 2 of the Fifth generation or later iPod...
Page 193: Rear Audio
Infotainment System 7-19 When a disc is playing in the CD or (Power): Press to turn the RSA While listening to a disc, press DVD changer, press PROG to on or off. go to the next track or chapter on select the next disc, if multiple discs the disc.
Page 194: Bluetooth
7-20 Infotainment System Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle. When a CD/DVD is playing, press Phone The system may not work with the down or up arrows to go to the all cell phones. See Pairing in next or previous track or chapter. Bluetooth this section.
Page 195 Infotainment System 7-21 receive phone calls. The system When to Speak: A short tone (Push To Talk): Press to can be used while the key is in the sounds after the system responds answer incoming calls, confirm ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY indicating when it is waiting for a system information, and start position.
Page 196 7-22 Infotainment System The pairing process is disabled 3. Say Pair. The system responds Listing All Paired and Connected when the vehicle is moving. with instructions and a four-digit Phones Personal Identification Number Pairing only needs to be The system can list all cell phones (PIN).
Page 197 Infotainment System 7-23 Connecting to a Different Phone Storing and Deleting Phone Using the Store Command Numbers To connect to a different cell phone, 1. Press the Bluetooth system looks for the The system can store up to 30 2. Say Store. next available cell phone in the phone numbers as name tags in the order in which all the available cell...
Page 198 7-24 Infotainment System digit has been entered, say Using the List Command 3. Say the entire number without Store, and then follow the pausing, or say the name tag. 1. Press directions given by the system to Once connected, the person called save a name tag for this number.
Page 199 Infotainment System 7-25 Press to ignore a call. 3. Use the dial or call command to 1. Press dial the number of the third party Call Waiting 2. Say Digit Dial. to be called. 3. Say each digit, one at a time, Call waiting must be supported on 4.
Page 200 7-26 Infotainment System The cell phone must be paired and Voice Pass-Thru menu-driven phone system. connected with the Bluetooth Account numbers can also be Voice pass-thru allows access to the system before a call can be stored for use. voice recognition commands on the transferred.
Page 201: Settings
Infotainment System 7-27 Other Information Settings ® The Bluetooth word mark and Press Settings on the Home Page ® logos are owned by the Bluetooth to adjust features and preferences, SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks such as Time, Date, Bluetooth by General Motors is under license.
Page 202 7-28 Infotainment System Favorite Pages : Press to select Startup Volume : Press to set the Set Date: the number of favorite pages maximum volume level for startup Press the up or down arrows to displayed on the screen. The choice that will be used even if a higher increase or decrease the Month, is 1 6 pages.
Page 203 Infotainment System 7-29 The Radio Settings are: Symbols : Press to enable or disable the Rear Park Assist (RPA) Phone Settings symbols presented over the rear camera video. See Bluetooth on page 7-20 in the Phone section for more Guidelines : Press to enable or information on phone settings.
Page 204: Trademarks And License Agreements
7-30 Infotainment System Trademarks and License Agreements Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #'s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,487,535 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending.
Page 205: Air Vents
Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with Climate Control Systems this system. Climate Control Systems ..8-1 Dual Automatic Climate Control System ..... . 8-4 Rear Climate Control System .
Page 206 Climate Controls Temperature Control: Turn automatically selects outside air. (Air Conditioning): Press to clockwise or counterclockwise to Recirculation cannot be selected turn the air conditioning system on increase or decrease the while in floor mode. or off. An indicator light comes on temperature of the air flowing from when A/C is on.
Page 207 Climate Controls Using recirculation for long periods these modes, the indicator flashes turning off. The defogger will also of time could cause the air inside three times and turns off. The air turn off when the engine is the vehicle to become too dry. To conditioning also comes on when turned off.
Page 208: Dual Automatic Climate Control System
Climate Controls Dual Automatic Climate Control System Display Function Each time the temperature, mode, The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with or fan controls are adjusted, the this system. climate control display shows that function along with the inside temperature setting.
Page 209 Climate Controls To use automatic mode: 2. Set the temperature for the the system is turned off since driver and passenger. outside air still enters the vehicle, 1. Press the AUTO button. unless the recirculation mode is To find a comfortable setting, When AUTO is selected, the selected.
Page 210 Climate Controls Air is directed to the windshield, (Fan Control): Turn the knob (Bi-Level): Air is divided side window, and floor vents. In this clockwise or counterclockwise to between the instrument panel and mode, outside air is pulled inside increase or decrease the fan speed. floor outlets.
Page 211 Climate Controls On hot days, open the windows three times and turns off. The air engine is turned off. Do not drive the briefly to let hot inside air escape. conditioning compressor also comes vehicle until all the windows are This helps reduce the time it takes on when this mode is activated.
Page 212 Climate Controls The climate control system uses the information from these sensors to maintain comfort settings by adjusting the temperature, fan speed, and air delivery mode. The system may also supply cooler air to the side of the vehicle facing the sun.
Page 213: Rear Climate Control System
Climate Controls Rear Climate Control System Independent Mode: This mode directs rear seating airflow according to the settings of the rear controls. It comes on when any rear control is adjusted. Fan Control: Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed.
Page 214 8-10 Climate Controls Rear Climate Control System (with Rear Seat Audio) Press the REAR button on the front climate control system to control the rear climate control system. The system also turns on if any of the rear controls, except , are pressed.
Page 215 Climate Controls 8-11 Keep the path under all seats Air Vents (Fan Control): Press the clear of objects to help circulate fan up or down buttons to increase the air inside the vehicle more Use the slider switch in the center of or decrease the fan speed.
Page 216: Passenger Compartment Air Filter
8-12 Climate Controls Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter The filter removes dust, pollen, and other airborne irritants from outside air and inside air when in recirculation mode. The filter should be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance. See Maintenance Schedule on 2.
Page 217: Driving And Operating
Driving and Operating Driving and Shifting Into Park ... . 9-19 Cruise Control Shifting out of Park ..9-20 Cruise Control ....9-30 Operating Parking over Things Driver Assistance Systems...
Page 218: Driving Information
Driving and Operating Designate a front seat Trailer Towing Driving Information passenger to handle potential General Towing distractions. Information ....9-46 Distracted Driving Driving Characteristics and Become familiar with vehicle Towing Tips .
Page 219: Defensive Driving
Driving and Operating Allow enough following distance Control of a Vehicle Warning between you and the driver in Braking, steering, and accelerating front of you. Taking your eyes off the road too are important factors in helping to Focus on the task of driving. long or too often could cause a control a vehicle while driving.
Page 220: Steering
Driving and Operating If the engine ever stops while the If the vehicle seems harder to steer Caution (Continued) vehicle is being driven, brake than normal when parking or driving normally but do not pump the slowly, there may be a problem with damage may occur to the power brakes.
Page 221: Off-Road Recovery
Driving and Operating Antilock Brake System (ABS) 2. Turn the steering wheel about Defensive drivers avoid most skids allows steering while braking. one-eighth of a turn, until the by taking reasonable care suited to right front tire contacts the existing conditions, and by not Off-Road Recovery pavement edge.
Page 222: Driving On Wet Roads
Driving and Operating Try to avoid sudden steering, There is no hard and fast rule about Warning (Continued) acceleration, or braking, hydroplaning. The best advice is to including reducing vehicle speed slow down when the road is wet. After driving through a large by shifting to a lower gear.
Page 223: Hill And Mountain Roads
Driving and Operating Stay in your own lane. Do not Other driving tips include: Warning swing wide or cut across the Keep the vehicle well ventilated. center of the road. Drive at Using the brakes to slow the speeds that let you stay in your Keep the interior vehicle on a long downhill slope own lane.
Page 224 Driving and Operating Drive with caution, whatever the clear. Avoid sudden steering Warning (Continued) condition. Accelerate gently so maneuvers and braking while traction is not lost. Accelerating too on ice. inside. Engine exhaust contains quickly causes the wheels to spin Turn off cruise control on slippery carbon monoxide (CO) which and makes the surface under the...
Page 225: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
Driving and Operating the vehicle and to signal for help Rocking the Vehicle to Get Warning (Continued) with the headlamps. Do this as little it Out as possible to save fuel. Adjust the climate control Turn the steering wheel left and system to a setting that right to clear the area around the If the Vehicle Is Stuck...
Page 226: Vehicle Load Limits
9-10 Driving and Operating Vehicle Load Limits information label shows the Warning (Continued) number of occupant seating It is very important to know how positions (1), and the maximum vehicle handles. This could much weight your vehicle can vehicle capacity weight (2) in cause loss of control and a carry.
Page 227 Driving and Operating 9-11 Steps for Determining Correct and luggage load capacity is Load Limit 650 lbs. (1400-750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.) Locate the statement "The combined weight of Determine the combined occupants and cargo should weight of luggage and cargo never exceed XXX kg or being loaded on the vehicle.
Page 228 9-12 Driving and Operating seating positions. The combined weight of the driver, passengers, and cargo should never exceed your vehicle's capacity weight. Certification/Tire Label Example 2 Example 3 Vehicle Capacity Weight for Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = 453 kg Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs).
Page 229 Driving and Operating 9-13 GVWR includes the weight of If you put things inside your Warning the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, vehicle like suitcases, tools, and cargo. packages, or anything else, they Do not load the vehicle any will go as fast as the vehicle heavier than the Gross The Certification/Tire label also goes.
Page 230: Starting And Operating
9-14 Driving and Operating Starting and Warning (Continued) Caution (Continued) Operating Do not leave an breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake unsecured child restraint New Vehicle Break-In linings. in the vehicle. Following break-in, engine speed When you carry something Caution and load can be gradually inside the vehicle, secure...
Page 231 Driving and Operating 9-15 In order to shift out of P (Park), the This position locks the ignition, 2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). ignition must be in ON/RUN or ACC/ transmission, and the steering This can be done while the ACCESSORY and the brake pedal wheel when the key Is removed vehicle is moving.
Page 232: Starting The Engine
9-16 Driving and Operating If the vehicle cannot be pulled over, battery could be drained. You may Caution and must be shut off while driving, not be able to start the vehicle if the turn the ignition to ACC/ battery is allowed to drain for an Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the ACCESSORY.
Page 233 Driving and Operating 9-17 turned to the START position, Caution Caution (Continued) and then released when the engine begins cranking, the If the steering wheel is turned battery. Wait at least 15 seconds engine will continue cranking for until it reaches the end of its between each try, to let the a few seconds or until the travel, and is held in that position...
Page 234: Engine Heater
9-18 Driving and Operating engine and transmission gently reservoir. See Engine The length of time the heater should until the oil warms up and Compartment Overview on remain plugged in depends on lubricates all moving parts. page 10-5. several factors. Ask a dealer in the area where you will be parking the 3.
Page 235: Shifting Into Park
Driving and Operating 9-19 All these features will work when the Leaving the Vehicle with the If you have to leave the vehicle with key is in the ON/RUN or ACC/ the engine running, be sure the Engine Running ACCESSORY positions. vehicle is in P (Park) and the parking brake is firmly set before Warning...
Page 236: Shifting Out Of Park
9-20 Driving and Operating If torque lock does occur, your If the vehicle has an uncharged Parking over Things vehicle may need to be pushed battery or a battery with low voltage, That Burn uphill by another vehicle to relieve try charging or jump starting the the parking pawl pressure, so you battery.
Page 237: Engine Exhaust
Driving and Operating 9-21 Engine Exhaust Running the Vehicle Warning (Continued) While Parked There are holes or openings Warning It is better not to park with the in the vehicle body from engine running. damage or aftermarket Engine exhaust contains carbon If the vehicle is left with the engine modifications that are not monoxide (CO) which cannot be...
Page 238: Automatic Transmission
9-22 Driving and Operating Automatic then press the button on the back of Warning the shift lever before shifting from Transmission P (Park). If you cannot shift out of It is dangerous to get out of the P (Park), ease pressure on the shift vehicle if the shift lever is not fully lever, then push the shift lever all in P (Park) with the parking brake...
Page 239 Driving and Operating 9-23 To rock the vehicle back and forth to Caution Caution get out of snow, ice, or sand without damaging the transmission, see If Shifting out of P (Park) or If the vehicle accelerates slowly, the Vehicle Is Stuck on page 9-9. N (Neutral) with the engine or does not shift gears, the N (Neutral): In this position, the...
Page 240: Manual Mode
9-24 Driving and Operating Manual Mode To use this feature: While in L (Low), the transmission will prevent shifting to a lower gear 1. Move the shift lever to L (Low). Electronic Range Select range if the engine speed is too 2.
Page 241: Drive Systems
Driving and Operating 9-25 Push the button to activate the The system will automatically Drive Systems system. Push it again to deactivate command downshifts to reduce the system. You can use this feature vehicle speed, until the brake pedal All-Wheel Drive to assist when towing or hauling a is no longer being pressed.
Page 242: Antilock Brake
9-26 Driving and Operating Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it suddenly slows or stops. Always becomes necessary to slam on the leave enough room up ahead to brakes and continue braking to stop, even with ABS. Antilock Brake avoid a sudden obstacle, a Using ABS...
Page 243: Parking Brake
Driving and Operating 9-27 Parking Brake Brake Assist Caution This vehicle has a brake assist Driving with the parking brake on feature designed to assist the driver can overheat the brake system in stopping or decreasing vehicle and cause premature wear or speed in emergency driving conditions.
Page 244: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)
9-28 Driving and Operating Hill Start Assist (HSA) Ride Control Systems vehicle wheel brakes to assist the driver in keeping the vehicle on the This vehicle has an HSA feature, intended path. Traction Control/ which may be useful when the If cruise control is being used and vehicle is stopped on a grade.
Page 245 Driving and Operating 9-29 comes on and stays on: Caution 1. Stop the vehicle. Do not repeatedly brake or 2. Turn the engine off and wait accelerate heavily when TCS is 15 seconds. off. The vehicle driveline could be 3. Start the engine. damaged.
Page 246: Cruise Control
9-30 Driving and Operating Cruise Control If the Traction Control System (TCS) (On/Off): Press to turn cruise or StabiliTrak system begins to limit control on and off. The indicator With cruise control, a speed of wheel spin while cruise control is light on the button comes on when about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more can being used, the cruise control will...
Page 247 Driving and Operating 9-31 To slow down in small The cruise control light on the Increasing Speed While Using increments, press the SET instrument cluster comes on after Cruise Control button briefly. Each time this is the cruise control has been set to If the cruise control system is done, the vehicle goes about the desired speed.
Page 248: Driver Assistance Systems
9-32 Driving and Operating Using Cruise Control on Hills Driver Assistance Warning How well the cruise control will work Systems on hills depends upon the vehicle FCA is a warning system and speed, load, and the steepness of does not apply the brakes. When Forward Collision Alert the hills.
Page 249 Driving and Operating 9-33 Detecting the Vehicle Ahead Collision Alert Warning (Continued) or ice, or if the windshield is damaged. It may also not detect a vehicle on winding or hilly roads, or in conditions that can limit visibility such as fog, rain, Without HUD or snow, or if the headlamps or The green vehicle ahead indicator...
Page 250: Ultrasonic Parking Assist
9-34 Driving and Operating Selecting the Alert Timing Other Messages and below liftgate level. Detection distances may be less during There are messages that may Press the collision alert button, warmer or humid weather. appear on the Driver Information on the center stack to set the alert Center (DIC) in the instrument timing to far, medium, near, or off.
Page 251: Side Blind Zone
Driving and Operating 9-35 A tow bar is attached to the An obstacle is indicated by audible PARK ASST BLOCKED SEE vehicle. beeps. The interval between the OWNERS MANUAL: This beeps becomes shorter as the message can occur under the The bumper is damaged.
Page 252 9-36 Driving and Operating SBZA Detection Zones over that is in the side blind zone. Warning This indicates it may be unsafe to change lanes. Before making a lane SBZA does not alert the driver to change, check the SBZA display, vehicles rapidly approaching check mirrors, glance over your outside of the side blind zones,...
Page 253: Rear Vision
Driving and Operating 9-37 SBZA can be disabled through the serviced. The system may light up When SBZA is disabled for any Driver Information Center (DIC). See due to guardrails, signs, trees, reason other than the driver turning Driver Information Center (DIC) on shrubs, and other non-moving it off, the Side Blind Zone Alert ON page 5-23.
Page 254 9-38 Driving and Operating The RVC display remains on after The RVC system may have a Warning (Continued) shifting out of R (Reverse) for guideline overlay that can help the approximately 10 seconds. Return to driver align the vehicle when actual distances.
Page 255 Driving and Operating 9-39 detected vehicle. This system conditions. Displayed images may detects objects coming from up to be farther or closer than they 20 m (65 ft) from the left or right side appear. behind the vehicle. The following illustrations show the Use caution while backing up when field of view that the camera towing a trailer, as the RCTA...
Page 256: Lane Departure
9-40 Driving and Operating The back of the vehicle is in an side, depending on the lane Warning (Continued) accident. The position and departure direction. LDW will not mounting angle of the camera warn if the turn signal is on in the If LDW only detects lane can change or the camera can departure direction, or if a sharp...
Page 257 Driving and Operating 9-41 When the System Does Not Warning Seem To Work Properly If the LDW symbol does not appear LDW does not provide a warning when the system is on and the to help avoid a crash, unless it vehicle is traveling at least 56 km/h detects the lane markings.
Page 258: Fuel
9-42 Driving and Operating Fuel Recommended Fuel then they are acceptable to use. However, E85 and other fuels Use regular unleaded gasoline with Use of the recommended fuel is an containing more than 15% ethanol a posted octane rating of 87 or important part of the proper must be used only in FlexFuel higher.
Page 259: Gasoline Specifications
Driving and Operating 9-43 Gasoline Specifications vehicle may not pass a smog-check Fuel Additives test. See Malfunction Indicator At a minimum, gasoline should meet To keep fuel systems clean, TOP Lamp on page 5-16. If this occurs, ASTM specification D 4814. Some TIER Detergent Gasoline is return to your authorized dealer for gasolines contain an...
Page 260 9-44 Driving and Operating To remove the fuel cap, turn it Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) slowly counterclockwise. The fuel cap has a spring in it; if the cap is To help avoid injuries to you wait for any hiss noise to stop released too soon, it will spring back and others, read and follow then unscrew the cap all...
Page 261: Filling A Portable Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-45 Filling a Portable Fuel Warning Warning (Continued) Container If a fire starts while you are Place the nozzle inside the fill refueling, do not remove the Warning opening of the container nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by before dispensing fuel, and Filling a portable fuel container shutting off the pump or by...
Page 262: Trailer Towing
9-46 Driving and Operating Do not tow a trailer during the Trailer Towing Warning (Continued) first 800 km (500 mi), to prevent damage to the engine, axle or General Towing Do not drive with the liftgate, other parts. trunk/hatch, or rear-most Information Then, during the first 800 km window open.
Page 263 Driving and Operating 9-47 Before starting, check all trailer hitch Following Distance Making Turns parts and attachments, safety Stay at least twice as far behind the chains, electrical connectors, lamps, Caution vehicle ahead as you would when tires and mirrors. If the trailer has driving the vehicle without a trailer.
Page 264 9-48 Driving and Operating lamps also flash, telling other normal altitudes. If the engine is If parking the rig on a hill: drivers the vehicle is turning, turned off immediately after towing 1. Press the brake pedal, but do changing lanes or stopping. at high altitude on steep uphill not shift into P (Park) yet.
Page 265 Driving and Operating 9-49 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is Trailer Towing Maximum trailer weight is calculated clear of the chocks. assuming only the driver is in the Three important considerations tow vehicle and it has all the 4. Stop and have someone pick up have to do with weight: required trailering equipment.
Page 266 9-50 Driving and Operating Vehicle Maximum Trailer Weight *GCWR Front-Wheel Drive 907 kg (2,000 lb) 3 402 kg (7,500 lb) Front-Wheel Drive, V92 Trailer Towing Package 2 359 kg (5,200 lb) 4 649 kg (10,250 lb) All-Wheel Drive 907 kg (2,000 lb) 3 493 kg (7,700 lb) All-Wheel Drive, V92 Trailer Towing Package 2 359 kg (5,200 lb)
Page 267: Towing Equipment
Driving and Operating 9-51 If a weight-carrying hitch or a It is important that the vehicle does Towing Equipment weight-distributing hitch is being not exceed any of its ratings Hitches used, the trailer tongue (1) should GCWR, GVWR, RGAWR, Maximum weigh 10-15 percent of the total Trailer Rating or Tongue Weight.
Page 268 9-52 Driving and Operating Weight-Distributing Hitches and Safety Chains Trailer Wiring Harness Weight Carrying Hitches Always attach chains between the Basic Trailer Wiring vehicle and the trailer. Cross the The trailer wiring harness, with a safety chains under the tongue of seven-pin connector, is located at the trailer to help prevent the tongue the rear of the vehicle and is tied to...
Page 269 Driving and Operating 9-53 *The fuse for this circuit is installed Electric Trailer Brake Control Conversions and in the underhood electrical center, Wiring Provisions Add-Ons but the wires are not connected. These wiring provisions for an They should be connected by your electric trailer brake controller are dealer or a qualified service center.
Page 270 9-54 Driving and Operating NOTES...
Page 271 Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Overheated Engine Electrical System Protection High Voltage Devices and Operating Mode ... 10-18 Wiring ..... 10-27 Power Steering Fluid .
Page 272 10-2 Vehicle Care When It Is Time for New General Information cause cancer and birth defects or Tires ..... . 10-51 other reproductive harm.
Page 273: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care 10-3 handling, emissions systems, Vehicle Checks This vehicle has an airbag system. aerodynamics, durability, and Before attempting to do your own electronic systems like antilock service work, see Servicing the Doing Your Own brakes, traction control, and stability Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on Service Work control.
Page 274: Hood
10-4 Vehicle Care Hood Before closing the hood, be sure all filler caps are on properly. To open the hood: Pull the hood down to close. Lower the hood until the lifting pressure of the strut is reduced. Then allow the hood to fall and latch into place under its own weight.
Page 275: Engine Compartment Overview
Vehicle Care 10-5 Engine Compartment Overview...
Page 276: Engine Cover
10-6 Vehicle Care 1. Remote Negative ( ) Terminal. 9. Engine Cooling Fans (Out of Engine Cover See Jump Starting on View). See Cooling System on page 10-68. page 10-11. 2. Engine Compartment Fuse 10. Engine Cover on page 10-6. Block on page 10-28.
Page 277: Engine Oil
Vehicle Care 10-7 Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil 2. Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then It is a good idea to check the engine To ensure proper engine push it back in all the way. oil level at each fuel fill.
Page 278 10-8 Vehicle Care Selecting the Right Engine Oil Caution Caution Selecting the right engine oil depends on both the proper oil Do not add too much oil. Oil Failure to use the recommended specification and viscosity grade. levels above or below the engine oil can result in engine See Recommended Fluids and acceptable operating range...
Page 279: Engine Oil Life System
Vehicle Care 10-9 specification. See Specification containing used engine oil. See the When the system has calculated earlier in this section for more manufacturer's warnings about the that oil life has been diminished, it information. use and disposal of oil products. indicates that an oil change is necessary.
Page 280: Automatic Transmission
10-10 Vehicle Care How to Reset the Engine Oil Automatic Transmission The transmission fluid will not reach the end of the dipstick unless the Life System Fluid transmission is at operating Reset the system whenever the temperature. If you need to check It is not necessary to check the engine oil is changed so that the the transmission fluid level, please...
Page 281: Cooling System
Vehicle Care 10-11 from vehicle) to release loose dust 4. Inspect or replace the air Cooling System and dirt. If the filter remains covered cleaner/filter. The cooling system allows the with dirt, a new filter is required. 5. Reverse Steps 1 4 to reinstall engine to maintain the correct To inspect or replace the engine air the housing cover and reconnect...
Page 282: Engine Coolant
10-12 Vehicle Care What to Use Warning Caution Warning An electric engine cooling fan Using coolant other than ® under the hood can start up even DEX-COOL can cause Adding only plain water or some when the engine is not running premature engine, heater core, other liquid to the cooling system and can cause injury.
Page 283 Vehicle Care 10-13 Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, Check to see if coolant is visible in Caution (Continued) drinkable water and DEX-COOL the coolant recovery tank. If the coolant. If using this mixture, coolant inside the coolant recovery mixture can freeze and crack nothing else needs to be added.
Page 284 10-14 Vehicle Care When the engine is hot, the level How to Add Coolant to the Caution could be higher than the FULL Radiator COLD mark or the FULL COLD ISO This vehicle has a specific symbol mark. If the coolant is below Warning coolant fill procedure.
Page 285 Vehicle Care 10-15 2. Remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise about one full turn. 1. Detach the fasteners and lift off the panel that covers the If a hiss is heard, wait for that to radiator cap.
Page 286: Engine Overheating
10-16 Vehicle Care 6. Reinstall the cap on the coolant You may decide not to lift the hood Caution recovery tank but leave the when this warning appears, but radiator pressure cap off. instead get service help right away. If the pressure cap is not tightly See Roadside Assistance Program 7.
Page 287 Vehicle Care 10-17 If Steam Is Coming from the If the overheat warning is displayed Warning (Continued) with no sign of steam: Engine Compartment 1. Turn the air conditioning off. See Overheated Engine Warning Protection Operating Mode on 2. Turn the heater on to the highest page 10-18 for information on temperature and to the highest Steam from an overheated engine...
Page 288: Overheated Engine
10-18 Vehicle Care If there is no sign of steam, idle the The power steering fluid reservoir is Caution engine for three minutes while under the engine cover on the parked. If the warning is still passenger side of the vehicle. See After driving in the overheated displayed, turn off the engine until it Engine Compartment Overview on...
Page 289: Washer Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-19 4. Unscrew the cap and wipe the Caution (Continued) dipstick with a clean rag. 5. Replace the cap and completely the correct fluid listed in tighten it. Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11-12. 6. Remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick.
Page 290: Brakes
10-20 Vehicle Care proper sequence to torque Caution (Continued) Warning specifications. See Capacities and Specifications on page 12-2. When using concentrated The brake wear warning sound Brake pads should be replaced as washer fluid, follow the means that soon the brakes will complete sets.
Page 291: Brake Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-21 new, approved replacement parts. There are only two reasons why the Warning If this is not done, the brakes might brake fluid level in the reservoir not work properly. For example, might go down: If too much brake fluid is added, it installing disc brake pads that are The brake fluid level goes down can spill on the engine and burn,...
Page 292: Battery
10-22 Vehicle Care Vehicle Storage Warning Caution (Continued) Warning If brake fluid is spilled on the With the wrong kind of fluid in the vehicle's painted surfaces, brake hydraulic system, the Batteries have acid that can burn the paint finish can be brakes might not work well.
Page 293: All-Wheel Drive
Vehicle Care 10-23 All-Wheel Drive 3. Try to start the engine in each 2. Apply the parking brake. Be gear. The vehicle should start ready to apply the regular brake Transfer case fluid does not require only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). immediately if the vehicle begins checking unless there is a fluid leak If the vehicle starts in any other...
Page 294: Park Brake And P (Park)
10-24 Vehicle Care Contact your dealer if service is pressure from the regular brake To replace the wiper blade required. pedal. Do this until the vehicle is assembly: held by the parking brake only. 1. Pull the windshield wiper Park Brake and P (Park) To check the P (Park) assembly away from the Mechanism Check...
Page 295: Windshield Replacement
Vehicle Care 10-25 3. Install the new blade onto the Windshield Replacement arm connector and make sure The vehicle is equipped with an the tabs are fully set in the acoustic windshield. If you ever locked position. have to have the windshield Allowing the wiper blade arm to replaced be sure to get an acoustic touch the windshield when no...
Page 296: Headlamp Aiming
10-26 Vehicle Care Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement should need no further adjustment. bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 10-27. If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, the headlamp aim may be affected. For any bulb changing procedure If adjustment to the headlamps is not listed in this section, contact...
Page 297: Replacement Bulbs
Vehicle Care 10-27 Replacement Bulbs Electrical System Electrical System Overload Bulb Exterior Lamp High Voltage Devices and Number The vehicle has fuses and circuit Wiring breakers to protect against an License Plate Lamp 194LL electrical system overload. For replacement bulbs not listed Warning When the current electrical load is here, contact your dealer.
Page 298: Fuses And Circuit
10-28 Vehicle Care Headlamp Wiring Fuses and Circuit Breakers An electrical overload may cause the lamps to go on and off, or in The wiring circuits in your vehicle some cases to remain off. Have the are protected from short circuits by headlamp wiring checked right away a combination of fuses, circuit if the lamps go on and off or...
Page 299 Vehicle Care 10-29 Acadia with HID Lighting The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown. Fuses Usage A/C CLTCH Air Conditioning Clutch ABS MTR Antilock Brake System (ABS) Motor Adaptive Forward Lighting System...
Page 300 Stoplamp and Turn Signal FSCM Fuel System RVC SNSR Regulated Voltage Control Module ODD COILS Odd Injector Coils Control Sensor FOG LAMP Fog Lamps (GMC) PCM IGN Powertrain Control S/ROOF/ Sunroof Module Ignition SUNSHADE HORN Horn PWR L/GATE Power Liftgate...
Page 301 Usage Relays Usage Relays Usage FAN 3 Cooling Fan 3 STOP Stop Lamps Transmission Control Module LAMPS (China Only) FOG LAMP Fog Lamps (GMC) (CHINA TRANS Transmission HI BEAM High-Beam ONLY) TRLR Trailer Back-up Headlamps TRLR Trailer Back-up BCK/UP Lamps...
Page 302 10-32 Vehicle Care Acadia with Halogen Lighting The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown. Fuses Usage A/C CLTCH Air Conditioning Clutch ABS MTR Antilock Brake System (ABS) Motor AIRBAG Airbag System AUX POWER Auxiliary Power...
Page 303 Vehicle Care 10-33 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage RT PRK Right EMISSION 1 Emission 1 LT DRL Left Daytime Running Lamp Parking Lamp EMISSION 2 Emission 2 LT PRK Left Parking Lamp RT TRLR Trailer Right EVEN COILS Even Injector Coils STOP/TRN Stoplamp and Turn LT TRLR...
Page 304: Block
10-34 Vehicle Care Instrument Panel Fuse Fuses Usage Relays Usage Block TRLR PWR Trailer Power Ignition Main WPR/WSW Windshield Wiper/ LT TRLR Trailer Left Washer STOP/TRN Stoplamp and Turn Signal Lamp Relays Usage PRK LAMP Parking Lamp Air Conditioning PWR/TRN Powertrain CMPRSR Compressor Clutch...
Page 305 DRL/ Daytime Running features shown. LO BEAM Lamps Relay/Low Fuses Usage Beam Headlamps GMC NON HID = Relay Lo Beam DSPLY Display GMC NON HID = FRT WSW Front Windshield High Shutter Washer...
Page 306 10-36 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Relays Usage Collision Alert/ Driver Side Power Universal Remote PWR/SEAT Seat Relay System Passenger Side Power Mirrors, PWR/SEAT Power Seat Relay Liftgate Release PWR/WNDW Power Windows PWR MODE Power Mode Relay PWR MIR Power Mirrors PWR/ Power Steering COLUMN...
Page 307: Wheels And Tires
Lamps Relay (If Vehicle Load Limits on Equipped) Every new GM vehicle has page 9-10. high-quality tires made by a HI SHUTTER Hi Shutter (GMC Underinflated tires pose leading tire manufacturer. See with Halogen Lighting) the same danger as the warranty manual for overloaded tires.
Page 308: All-Season Tires
10-38 Vehicle Care All-Season Tires Winter Tires Warning (Continued) This vehicle may come with This vehicle was not originally Worn or old tires can all-season tires. These tires are equipped with winter tires. Winter cause a crash. If the tread designed to provide good overall tires are designed for increased performance on most road surfaces...
Page 309: Summer Tires
Vehicle Care 10-39 Use only radial ply tires of the Tire Sidewall Labeling and service description. See the same size, load range, and Tire Size illustration later in this Useful information about a tire is speed rating as the original section.
Page 310 10-40 Vehicle Care digits represent the week (01 performance factors: treadwear, (2) Temporary Use Only 52) and the last two digits, the traction, and temperature compact spare tire or temporary year. For example, the third resistance. For more information use tire should not be driven at week of the year 2010 would see Uniform Tire Quality speeds over 80 km/h (50 mph).
Page 311: Tire Designations
Vehicle Care 10-41 (4) Maximum Cold Inflation criteria have a TPC specification vehicle tire engineered to Load Limit Maximum load that code molded onto the sidewall. standards set by the U.S. Tire can be carried and the GM's TPC specifications meet or and Rim Association.
Page 312: Tire Terminology And Definitions
10-42 Vehicle Care (5) Rim Diameter Diameter of automatic transmission, power before a tire has built up heat the wheel in inches. windows, power seats, and air from driving. See Tire Pressure conditioning. on page 10-44. (6) Service Description These characters represent the load Aspect Ratio The relationship...
Page 313 Vehicle Care 10-43 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Maximum Inflation Pressure Outward Facing Sidewall Rating for the front axle. See The maximum air pressure to side of an asymmetrical tire that Vehicle Load Limits on which a cold tire can be inflated. has a particular side that faces page 9-10.
Page 314: Tire Pressure
10-44 Vehicle Care Radial Ply Tire A pneumatic of a tire when only 1.6 mm Vehicle Maximum Load on the tire in which the ply cords that (1/16 in) of tread remains. See Tire Load on an individual tire extend to the beads are laid at When It Is Time for New Tires due to curb weight, accessory 90 degrees to the centerline of...
Page 315 Vehicle Care 10-45 The Tire and Loading How to Check Caution Information label on the vehicle Use a good quality pocket-type indicates the original equipment Neither tire underinflation nor gauge to check tire pressure. tires and the correct cold tire overinflation is good.
Page 316: Tire Pressure Monitor
10-46 Vehicle Care Recheck the tire pressure with tire inflation pressure label, you not reached the level to trigger should determine the proper tire illumination of the TPMS low tire the tire gauge. inflation pressure for those tires.) pressure telltale. Return the valve caps on the As an added safety feature, your Your vehicle has also been...
Page 317: Tire Pressure Monitor
Vehicle Care 10-47 ensure that the replacement or displays see Driver Information alternate tires and wheels allow the Center (DIC) on page 5-23 and Tire TPMS to continue to function Messages on page 5-39. properly. The low tire pressure warning light See Tire Pressure Monitor may come on in cool weather when Operation on page 10-47.
Page 318 10-48 Vehicle Care One or more TPMS sensors are each ignition cycle until the problem Caution missing or damaged. The is corrected. Some of the conditions malfunction light and the DIC that can cause these to come Tire sealant materials are not all message should go off when the on are: the same.
Page 319 Vehicle Care 10-49 TPMS Sensor Matching The TPMS sensor matching process 6. Proceed to the passenger side is outlined below: front tire, and repeat the Process procedure in Step 5. 1. Set the parking brake. Each TPMS sensor has a unique 7.
Page 320: Tire Inspection
10-50 Vehicle Care The tire has a puncture, cut, Tire Inspection alignment. See When It Is Time or other damage that cannot for New Tires on page 10-51 We recommend that the tires, be repaired well because of and Wheel Replacement on including the spare tire, if the the size or location of the page 10-56.
Page 321: When It Is Time For New
Vehicle Care 10-51 Adjust the front and rear tires to When It Is Time for New Warning (Continued) the recommended inflation Tires pressure on the Tire and off and cause an accident. When Factors such as maintenance, Loading Information label after changing a wheel, remove any temperatures, driving speeds, the tires have been rotated.
Page 322: Buying New Tires
10-52 Vehicle Care The rubber in tires ages over time. slow aging. This area should be free GM's exclusive TPC Spec This also applies to the spare tire, of grease, gasoline, or other system considers over a dozen if the vehicle has one, even if it is substances that can deteriorate critical specifications that impact never used.
Page 323 Vehicle Care 10-53 maintenance have been done, Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) all four tires should wear out at about the same time. See Tire Only your dealer or authorized A tire and/or wheel could fail Rotation on page 10-50. tire service center should suddenly and cause a crash.
Page 324: Different Size Tires And Wheels
10-54 Vehicle Care The Tire and Loading Uniform Tire Quality Warning Information label indicates the Grading original equipment tires on the If different sized wheels are used, Quality grades can be found vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits there may not be an acceptable where applicable on the tire on page 9-10.
Page 325 Vehicle Care 10-55 nominal rim diameters of graded 150 would wear one and straight-ahead braking traction 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), one-half (1½) times as well on tests, and does not include or to some limited-production the government course as a tire acceleration, cornering, tires.
Page 326: Wheel Alignment And Tire
10-56 Vehicle Care performance on the laboratory surface variations such as troughs Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel or ruts, is normal. If the vehicle is nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor test wheel than the minimum vibrating when driving on a smooth System (TPMS) sensors with new required by law.
Page 327: Used Replacement Wheels
Vehicle Care 10-57 Tire Chains If a Tire Goes Flat Caution (Continued) It is unusual for a tire to blow out Warning ground clearance, and tire or tire while driving, especially if the tires chain clearance to the body and are maintained properly.
Page 328 10-58 Vehicle Care Warning Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) 1. Set the parking brake firmly. Driving on a flat tire will cause changing a flat tire. If it is used for permanent damage to the tire. anything else, you or others could 2.
Page 329: Tire Changing
Vehicle Care 10-59 4. Turn the jack on its side, with the bottom facing toward you. 5. Pull the jack straight out, bottom first. 1. Wheel Block 2. Flat Tire The following information explains 1. Tool Bag how to repair or change a tire. 2.
Page 330 10-60 Vehicle Care Removing the Spare Tire 1. Open the storage compartment 5. Tilt the retainer and slip it door of the convenience through the wheel opening to The compact spare tire is located center (1) that is nearest the remove the spare tire from the under the vehicle, in front of the rear liftgate.
Page 331 Vehicle Care 10-61 2. If the vehicle has a wheel cover, Caution loosen the plastic nut caps with the wheel wrench. They will not If this vehicle has wheel locks and come off. Then, using the flat an impact wrench is used to end of the wheel wrench, pry remove the wheel nuts, the lock along the edge of the cover until...
Page 332 10-62 Vehicle Care 4. To identify the appropriate Caution Warning jacking location, find the triangle or rectangular notch about If a jack is used to raise the Raising the vehicle with the jack 30.5 cm (12 in) from the front tire vehicle without positioning it improperly positioned can or about 27 cm (10.5 in) from the...
Page 333 Vehicle Care 10-63 mounting surface. Make sure Warning (Continued) the rounded end is toward the wheel. changing a wheel, remove any 13. Lower the vehicle by attaching rust or dirt from places where the the wrench to the jack and wheel attaches to the vehicle.
Page 334 10-64 Vehicle Care 14. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in Caution Warning (Continued) a crisscross sequence, as shown. Improperly tightened wheel nuts the vehicle was being driven, the can lead to brake pulsation and tire might contact a person or Caution rotor damage.
Page 335 Vehicle Care 10-65 To store the spare tire: spare tire is secure and the Storing the Flat Tire cable is tight. The spare tire 1. Lay the compact spare tire near hoist cannot be overtightened. the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem down.
Page 336 10-66 Vehicle Care 3. Put the flat tire in the rear 7. Pull on the cable to make sure it Storing the Tools storage area with the valve stem is secure. pointing toward the rear of the vehicle. 4. Pull the cable (1) through the door striker (5), the center of the wheel (4), and the plastic spare tire heat shield (3), as shown.
Page 337: Compact Spare Tire
Vehicle Care 10-67 3. Turn the jack (3) on its side and Compact Spare Tire The vehicle will perform differently place down on the holding with the spare tire installed and it is bracket. recommended that the vehicle Warning speed be limited to 80 km/h 4.
Page 338: Jump Starting
10-68 Vehicle Care Jump Starting Caution Caution For more information about the When the compact spare is Ignoring these steps could result vehicle battery, see Battery on installed, do not take the vehicle in costly damage to the vehicle page 10-22. through an automatic car wash that would not be covered by the If the vehicle battery has run down,...
Page 339 Vehicle Care 10-69 2. Get the vehicles close enough remote positive (+) and a remote Caution so the jumper cables can reach, negative ( ) jump starting but be sure the vehicles are not terminal. See Engine If any accessories are left on or touching each other.
Page 340 10-70 Vehicle Care 5. Check that the jumper cables do Warning (Continued) not have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could Battery fluid contains acid that get a shock. The vehicles could can burn you. Do not get it on be damaged too.
Page 341 Vehicle Care 10-71 8. Now connect the black 9. Connect the other end of the Caution negative ( ) cable to the negative ( ) cable to the remote negative ( ) terminal of the good negative ( ) terminal of the dead If the jumper cables are battery.
Page 342: Towing The Vehicle
10-72 Vehicle Care Towing the Vehicle Consult your dealer or a Here are some important things to professional towing service if the consider before recreational vehicle disabled vehicle must be towed. towing: Caution To tow the vehicle behind another The towing capacity of the vehicle for recreational purposes, towing vehicle.
Page 343 Vehicle Care 10-73 Dinghy Towing For vehicles being dinghy towed, 6. To prevent the battery from the vehicle should be run at the draining while the vehicle is beginning of each day and at each being towed, remove the 15 amp RV fuel stop for about five minutes.
Page 344 10-74 Vehicle Care a platform trailer with all four wheels Caution Caution (Continued) off of the ground or dinghy towed from the front. If 105 km/h (65 mph) is exceeded different tire sizes on the front of Dolly Towing while towing the vehicle, it could the vehicle can cause severe (Front-Wheel-Drive be damaged.
Page 345: Appearance Care
Vehicle Care 10-75 4. Clamp the steering wheel in a Appearance Care straight-ahead position with a clamping device designed for Exterior Care towing. Locks 5. Remove the key from the ignition. Locks are lubricated at the factory. Use a de-icing agent only when 6.
Page 346 10-76 Vehicle Care washed. This could cause damage calcium chloride and other salts, ice Caution (Continued) that would not be covered by the melting agents, road oil and tar, tree vehicle warranty. sap, bird droppings, chemicals from products can be obtained from industrial chimneys, etc., can If using an automatic car wash, your dealer.
Page 347 Vehicle Care 10-77 The bright metal moldings on the Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ Caution (Continued) vehicle are aluminum. To prevent Lenses, Emblems, Decals and damage always follow these Stripes may damage it. Use only cleaning instructions: non-abrasive waxes and polishes Use only lukewarm or cold water, a Be sure the molding is cool to that are made for a basecoat/ soft cloth, and a car washing soap...
Page 348 10-78 Vehicle Care Solvents, alcohols, fuels, Air Intakes squeak. Lubricate weatherstrips at or other harsh cleaners. least once a year. Hot, dry climates Clear debris from the air intakes, may require more frequent Ice scrapers or other hard items. between the hood and windshield application.
Page 349 Vehicle Care 10-79 Wheels and Trim Aluminum check constant velocity joints, Caution rubber boots, and axle seals for or Chrome leaks. Use a soft, clean cloth with mild To avoid surface damage, do not Body Component Lubrication soap and water to clean the wheels. use strong soaps, chemicals, After rinsing thoroughly with clean abrasive polishes, cleaners,...
Page 350: Interior Care
10-80 Vehicle Care material to parts repaired or Interior Care remain on the surface being replaced to restore corrosion cleaned for extended periods To prevent dirt particle abrasions, protection. of time. regularly clean the vehicle's interior. Cleaners may contain solvents that Original manufacturer replacement Immediately remove any soils.
Page 351 Vehicle Care 10-81 Do not use laundry detergents or Fabric/Carpet/Suede Caution dishwashing soaps with Start by vacuuming the surface degreasers. For liquid cleaners, using a soft brush attachment. If a To prevent scratching, never use use approximately 20 drops per rotating brush attachment is being abrasive cleaners on automotive 3.8 L (1 gal) of water.
Page 352 10-82 Vehicle Care To clean: cleaner or spot lifter. Test a small Caution hidden area for colorfastness before 1. Saturate a clean lint-free using a commercial upholstery colorfast cloth with water. Do not attach a device with a cleaner or spot lifter. If ring Microfiber cloth is recommended suction cup to the display.
Page 353: Floor Mats
Vehicle Care 10-83 Caution Caution Warning Soaking or saturating leather, Use of air fresheners may cause Do not bleach or dye safety belts. especially perforated leather, as permanent damage to plastics It may severely weaken them. In well as other interior surfaces, and painted surfaces.
Page 354 10-84 Vehicle Care Use the following guidelines for Knob Retainer proper floor mat usage. Some vehicles have floor mats with The original equipment floor a knob retainer. mats were designed for your vehicle. If the floor mats need replacing, it is recommended that GM certified floor mats be purchased.
Page 355 Vehicle Care 10-85 4. Turn the knob until it is perpendicular to the slot in the grommet to lock the mat in place. 5. Make sure the floor mat is properly secured and verify that it does not interfere with the pedals.
Page 356 10-86 Vehicle Care NOTES...
Page 357: Service And Maintenance
Service and Maintenance 11-1 Service and General Information technicians, the dealer is the place for routine maintenance such as oil Maintenance Your vehicle is an important changes and tire rotations and investment. This section describes additional maintenance items like the required maintenance for the tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper vehicle.
Page 358: Maintenance Schedule
11-2 Service and Maintenance Frequently towing a trailer. Because of the way people use Maintenance vehicles, maintenance needs vary. Used for high speed or Schedule There may need to be more competitive driving. frequent checks and services. The Used for taxi, police, or delivery Owner Checks and Services Additional Required Services - service.
Page 359 Service and Maintenance 11-3 Check tire inflation pressures. Engine Oil Change Tire Rotation and Required See Tire Pressure on Services Every 12 000 km/ When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL page 10-44. 7,500 mi SOON message displays, have the Inspect tire wear. See Tire engine oil and filter changed within Rotate the tires, if recommended for Inspection on page 10-50.
Page 360 11-4 Service and Maintenance Lubricate body components. See Check accelerator pedal for Exterior Care on page 10-75. damage, high effort, or binding. Replace if needed. Check starter switch. See Starter Switch Check on page 10-23. Visually inspect gas strut for signs of wear, cracks, or other Check automatic transmission damage.
Page 361 Service and Maintenance 11-5 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Inspect evaporative control system. (2) Replace engine air cleaner filter.
Page 362 11-6 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance (5) Or every five years, whichever Schedule Additional Required comes first. See Cooling System on Services - Normal page 10-11. (1) Or every two years, whichever (6) Or every 10 years, whichever comes first. More frequent comes first.
Page 363 Service and Maintenance 11-7 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Severe Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Inspect evaporative control system. (2) Replace engine air cleaner filter.
Page 364: Services
11-8 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance (5) Or every five years, whichever Special Application Schedule Additional Required comes first. See Cooling System on Services Services - Severe page 10-11. (1) Or every two years, whichever (6) Or every 10 years, whichever Severe Commercial Use comes first.
Page 365: And Care
Service and Maintenance 11-9 To avoid break-down or failure to Trained dealer technicians have Additional start the vehicle, maintain a access to tools and equipment Maintenance and Care battery with full cranking power. to inspect the brakes and recommend quality parts Trained dealer technicians have Your vehicle is an important engineered for the vehicle.
Page 366 11-10 Service and Maintenance Lamps the shocks and struts for signs Vehicle Care of leaking, blown seals, Properly working headlamps, To help keep the vehicle looking like or damage, and can advise taillamps, and brake lamps are new, vehicle care products are when service is needed.
Page 367 Service and Maintenance 11-11 Windshield For safety, appearance, and the best viewing, keep the windshield clean and clear. Signs of damage include scratches, cracks, and chips. Trained dealer technicians can inspect the windshield and recommend proper replacement if needed. Wiper Blades Wiper blades need to be cleaned and kept in good condition to provide a clear view.
Page 368: Lubricants, And Parts
11-12 Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Oil Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. See Engine Oil on page 10-7. Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL Coolant.
Page 369: Maintenance Replacement Parts
Service and Maintenance 11-13 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 89021668, in Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Canada 89021674) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Release Pawl Category LB or GC-LB. Hood and Door Hinges Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No.
Page 370: Maintenance Records
11-14 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 371 Service and Maintenance 11-15 Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 372 11-16 Service and Maintenance Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 373: Technical Data
Technical Data 12-1 Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is Vehicle Identification the engine code. This code Vehicle Identification identifies the vehicle's engine, Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification specifications, and replacement Number (VIN) ....12-1 parts.
Page 374: Vehicle Data
12-2 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11-12 for more information. Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood.
Page 375 Technical Data 12-3 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 3.6L V6 Engine Automatic 0.95 1.10 mm (0.037 0.043 in)
Page 376 12-4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing...
Page 377: Customer Information
Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure ....13-1 GMC. Normally, any concerns with General Motors ... 13-13...
Page 378 13-2 Customer Information STEP TWO: If after contacting a When contacting GMC, remember 40 days. If you do not agree with the member of dealership management, that your concern will likely be decision given in your case, you it appears your concern cannot be resolved at a dealer's facility.
Page 379: Customer Assistance
Two, General Motors of Canada Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), However, if a customer wishes to Limited wants you to be aware of its 1-800-263-7854 (French), write or e-mail GMC, the letter participation in a no-charge or write to: should be addressed to: Mediation/Arbitration Program.
Page 380: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
13-4 Customer Information Canada Center. Any TTY user can (Service History): View communicate with GMC by dialing: printable dealer-recorded service General Motors of Canada Limited 1-800-462-8583. TTY users in records and self-recorded service Customer Care Centre, Mail Code: Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.
Page 381: Program
GM Mobility General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Visit www.gm.ca gmcowner.ca Reimbursement Program or call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) Take a trip to the GMC Owner for details. TTY users call Centre: 1-800-263-3830. Chat live with online help Roadside Assistance representatives.
Page 382 Emergency Tow From a Public the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. meals, and rental car. Road or Highway: Tow to the GMC and General Motors of nearest GMC dealer for warranty Services Not Included in Canada Limited reserve the right to...
Page 383: Program
Customer Information 13-7 Mounting, dismounting, the Roadside Assistance advisor of your transportation needs, your or changing of snow tires, will help to make arrangements dealer can help minimize your chains, or other traction devices. and explain how to receive inconvenience. payment.
Page 384 13-8 Customer Information extended powertrain, and/or Shuttle Service receipts. See your dealer for hybrid-specific warranties in both information regarding the allowance Shuttle service is the preferred the U.S. and Canada. amounts for reimbursement of fuel means of offering Courtesy or other transportation costs. Transportation.
Page 385: Collision Damage Repair
Customer Information 13-9 Additional Program value, and safety performance can these parts is not known. Such parts be compromised in subsequent are not covered by the GM New Information collisions. Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any All program options, such as shuttle related failures are not covered by Collision Parts service, may not be available at...
Page 386 13-10 Customer Information center that has GM-trained If the vehicle is leased, the leasing Gather the following information: technicians and comparable company may require you to have Driver name, address, and equipment. insurance that ensures repairs with telephone number. Genuine GM Original Equipment Insuring the Vehicle Driver license number.
Page 387: Service Publications Ordering Information
Customer Information 13-11 Managing the Vehicle Damage If another party's insurance Each bulletin contains instructions company is paying for the repairs, to assist in the diagnosis and Repair Process you are not obligated to accept a service of the vehicle. In the event that the vehicle requires repair valuation based on that Owner Information...
Page 388: Reporting Safety Defects
13-12 Customer Information Current and Past Models Reporting Safety However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual Technical Service Bulletins and Defects problems between you, your Manuals are available for current dealer, or General Motors. and past model GM vehicles. Reporting Safety Defects To contact NHTSA, you may call ORDER TOLL FREE: to the United States...
Page 389: Government
General (1-800-462-8782), or write: how it is driven. For example, the Motors of Canada Limited. Call GMC Customer Assistance Center vehicle uses computer modules to Transport Canada at P.O. Box 33172 monitor and control engine and...
Page 390: Event Data Recorders
13-14 Customer Information Event Data Recorders These data can help provide a if the vehicle is leased, with the better understanding of the consent of the lessee; in response This vehicle is equipped with an circumstances in which crashes and to an official request by police or event data recorder (EDR).
Page 391: Infotainment System
Customer Information 13-15 OnStar Terms and Conditions and GM vehicles does not use or record Privacy Statement on the OnStar personal information or link with any website. other GM system containing personal information. Infotainment System Radio Frequency If the vehicle is equipped with a Statement navigation system as part of the infotainment system, use of the...
Page 392 13-16 Customer Information NOTES...
Page 393: Onstar Services
OnStar 14-1 OnStar OnStar Overview Press Make a call, end a call, or answer an incoming call. OnStar Overview Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling OnStar Overview ... . 14-1 voice commands. OnStar Services Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn Emergency .
Page 394: Onstar Services
14-2 OnStar Press the OnStar Emergency button OnStar Services Navigation to get a priority connection to an OnStar navigation requires the Emergency Advisor available 24/ Emergency Directions and Connections 7 to: service plan. With Automatic Crash Response, Get help for an emergency. the built-in system can automatically Press to receive directions or...
Page 395: Connections
OnStar 14-3 Using Voice Commands 2. Say Repeat. System responds After the call ends, press the Go with the last direction given, then button on the navigation screen to During a Planned Route responds with OnStar ready, begin driving directions. Cancel Route then a tone.
Page 396 14-4 OnStar OnStar Mobile App Calling 911 Emergency Store a Name Tag for Speed Dialing Download the OnStar RemoteLink 1. Press . System responds: ® mobile app to select Apple OnStar ready, followed by 1. Press . System responds: ® Android , and BlackBerry devices a tone.
Page 397: Diagnostics
OnStar 14-5 Verify Minutes and Expiration OnStar Additional How OnStar Service Works Automatic Crash Response, Information Press and say Minutes then Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, Verify to check how many minutes Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle Transferring Service remain and their expiration date. Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, Press to request account transfer...
Page 398 14-6 OnStar to function properly. These systems vehicle, damage to the vehicle in a system can provide in-vehicle may not operate if the battery is crash, or wireless phone network access to all of the OnStar services, discharged or disconnected. congestion or jamming.
Page 399 OnStar 14-7 change the OnStar PIN, call OnStar Roadside Assistance and a route or may ask for a call back and provide the Advisor with the locksmith to help gain access to the after the vehicle is driven into an current number.
Page 400 14-8 OnStar Add-on Electrical Equipment OnStar - libcurl and unzip FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NONINFRINGEMENT OF acknowledgments The OnStar system is integrated THIRD PARTY RIGHTS. IN NO into the electrical architecture of the Certain OnStar components include EVENT SHALL THE AUTHORS OR vehicle.
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Page 402 14-10 OnStar Zip-Bugs or Info-ZIP e-mail addresses or of the Info-ZIP URL(s). 4. Info-ZIP retains the right to use the names Info-ZIP, Zip, UnZip, UnZipSFX, WiZ, Pocket UnZip, Pocket Zip, and MacZip for its own source and binary releases.
Page 403 INDEX Airbag System (cont'd) Appearance Care What Will You See after an Exterior ..... 10-75 Accessories and Airbag Inflates? ... . .3-28 Interior .
Page 404 INDEX Buying New Tires ... . . 10-52 Chains, Tire ....10-57 Charging System Light ..5-15 Battery .
Page 405 INDEX Compact Spare Tire ..10-67 Cruise Control ....9-30 Delayed Locking ....2-7 Compartments Light .
Page 406 INDEX Driving (cont'd) Engine Equipment, Towing ... . 9-51 Loss of Control ....9-5 Air Cleaner/Filter ... 10-10 Event Data Recorders .
Page 407 INDEX Front Fog Lamp Light ......5-22 Garage Door Opener ..5-49 Hazard Warning Flashers .
Page 408: Lane Departure Warning
INDEX Hood ......10-4 LATCH System Horn ......5-3 Replacing Parts after a Jump Starting .
Page 409: For Children (Latch)
INDEX Lights (cont'd) Messages (cont'd) Tire ......5-39 Front Fog Lamp ....5-22 Maintenance High-Beam On .
Page 410 INDEX ® OnStar Navigation ... . 14-2 Parking ® OnStar Overview ... . . 14-1 Brake ......9-27 Navigation ®...
Page 411 INDEX Power (cont'd) Rear Climate Control Replacement Parts Seat Adjustment ....3-4 System ....8-9, 8-10 Airbags .
Page 412 i-10 INDEX Routing, Engine Drive Belt ..12-4 Seats (cont'd) Servicing the Airbag ... 3-34 Memory ......3-6 Running the Vehicle While Settings .
Page 413 INDEX i-11 Steering ......9-4 Tires (cont'd) Wheel Alignment and Tire Fluid, Power ....10-18 Tachometer .
Page 414 i-12 INDEX Turn and Lane-Change Vehicle (cont'd) Wheels Security ..... . 2-11 Signals ......6-3 Alignment and Tire Speed Messages .

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