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GMC 2012 GMC Sierra Owner's Manual (577 pages)
Brand:
GMC
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Automobile
| Size: 6.74 MB
Table of Contents
Contents
1
Danger, Warnings and Cautions
4
Symbols
4
Vehicle Symbol Chart
5
In Brief
7
Instrument Panel
8
Instrument Panel (Premium Version)
12
Initial Drive Information
14
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
14
Door Locks
15
Cancelling a Remote Start
15
Starting the Vehicle
15
Remote Vehicle Start
15
Power Door Locks
16
Windows
16
Power Windows
16
Power Sliding Rear Window
16
Seat Adjustment
17
Manual Seats
17
Power Seats
17
Lumbar Adjustment
17
Manual Reclining Seatbacks
18
Power Lumbar
18
Reclining Seatbacks
18
Memory Features
19
Power Reclining Seatbacks
19
Heated and Ventilated Seats
20
Storing Memory Positions
20
Easy Exit Driver Seat
20
Head Restraint Adjustment
21
Safety Belts
21
Passenger Sensing System
21
Manual Foldaway Mirrors
22
Exterior Mirrors
22
Power Foldaway Mirrors
22
Mirror Adjustment
22
Steering Wheel Adjustment
23
Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment
23
Interior Mirror
23
Interior Lighting
24
Dome Lamps
24
Dome Lamp Override
24
Reading Lamps
24
Exterior Lighting
25
Windshield Wiper/Washer
25
Climate Control System
26
Climate Controls
26
Range Selection Mode
28
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
28
Transmission
28
Four-Wheel Drive
29
Transfer Case Buttons
29
Manual Transfer Case
29
Electronic Transfer Case
30
Automatic Transfer Case
30
Vehicle Features
31
Radio
31
Portable Audio Devices
32
Satellite Radio
32
Setting the Clock
32
Storing Radio Stations
32
Bluetooth
33
Steering Wheel Controls
33
Cruise Control
34
Navigation System
34
Driver Information Center (DIC)
34
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
35
Vehicle Customization
35
Universal Remote System
36
Ultrasonic Parking Assist
36
Power Outlets
36
Extended Cab
37
Sunroof
37
Crew Cab
38
Performance and Maintenance
39
Stabilitrak System
39
Tire Pressure Monitor
39
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
40
Resetting the Oil Life System
40
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)
40
Engine Oil Life System
40
Roadside Assistance Program
41
Onstar
41
Keys, Doors, and Windows
43
Keys
44
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation
45
Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle
46
Battery Replacement
46
To Replace the Battery
47
Remote Start Ready
49
Safety Locks
50
Delayed Locking
50
Lockout Protection
50
Automatic Door Locks
50
Rear Doors
51
Tailgate
52
Tailgate Removal
52
Vehicle Security
53
Anti-Theft Alarm System
53
Testing the Alarm
54
Immobilizer
54
Immobilizer Operation
54
Convex Mirrors
56
Manual Mirrors
56
Trailer-Tow Mirrors
57
Power Mirrors
57
Folding Mirrors
57
Heated Mirrors
58
Power Foldaway
58
Resetting the Power Foldaway Mirrors
58
Manual Foldaway
58
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
59
Manual Rearview Mirror
59
Interior Mirrors
59
Park Tilt Mirrors
59
Manual Windows
60
Express-Down Windows
61
Window Lockout
61
Roof
62
Seats and Restraints
65
Head Restraints
66
Front Seats
66
To Adjust the Seat
67
Power Seat Adjustment
68
Center Seat
68
Memory Seats
71
Memory Remote Recall
72
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
73
Folding the Rear Seats
74
Why Safety Belts Work
76
Lap-Shoulder Belt
79
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
81
Regular and Crew Cab
81
Safety Belt Pretensioners
82
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides
82
Lap Belt
84
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
84
Safety Belt Extender
85
Safety System Check
85
Safety Belt Care
86
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash
86
Airbag System
87
Where Are the Airbags?
89
When Should an Airbag Inflate?
91
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?
93
How Does an Airbag Restrain?
93
What will You See after an Airbag Inflates?
94
Airbag On-Off Switch
96
If the on Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint
101
If the off Indicator Is Lit for an Adult-Size Occupant
102
Additional Factors Affecting System Operation
103
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
104
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
104
Airbag System Check
106
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash
106
Child Restraints
107
Older Children
107
Infants and Young Children
109
Child Restraint Systems
111
Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle
112
Where to Put the Restraint
113
Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint
113
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)
115
Lower Anchors
116
Top Tether Anchor
116
Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations
117
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the Latch System
119
Replacing LATCH System Parts after a Crash
123
Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat Position)
124
With Passenger Sensing System
126
Securing Child Restraint (Center Front Seat Position)
126
Securing Child Restraints (Right Front Seat Position)
126
With Airbag off Switch
129
Heavy Duty Crew Cab
133
Storage Compartments
137
Instrument Panel Storage
137
Glove Box
137
Cupholders
137
Armrest Storage
138
Center Console Storage
138
Table of Contents
139
Instruments and Controls
139
Instruments and Controls
140
Steering Wheel Adjustment
140
Steering Wheel Controls
141
Horn
143
Windshield Wiper/Washer
143
Compass
144
Clock
146
Power Outlets
148
Cigarette Lighter
149
Ashtrays
150
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators
150
Instrument Cluster
151
Speedometer
152
Trip Odometer
152
Tachometer
152
Fuel Gauge
153
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
154
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
155
Voltmeter Gauge
156
Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light
157
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light
157
Safety Belt Reminders
157
Airbag Readiness Light
158
Airbag On-Off Light
159
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
161
Charging System Light
162
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
163
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
164
Brake System Warning Light
165
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
166
Warning Light
166
Four-Wheel-Drive Light
167
Tow/Haul Mode Light
167
Stabilitrak ® off Light
168
Traction Control System (Tcs)/Stabilitrak Light
168
Tire Pressure Light
168
Engine Oil Pressure Light
169
Low Fuel Warning Light
170
Security Light
170
High-Beam on Light
170
Front Fog Lamp Light
171
Cruise Control Light
171
Information Displays
171
Driver Information
171
Center (DIC)
171
DIC Buttons
172
Trip/Fuel Menu Items (with DIC Buttons)
173
Average Economy
174
Fuel Used
174
Timer
174
Blank Display
175
Oil Life
175
Units
176
Tire Pressure
176
Trailer Gain and Output
176
Battery
176
Trip Odometer Reset Stem Menu Items (with DIC Buttons)
177
Oil Pressure
177
Engine Hours
177
Compass Zone Setting
177
Transmission Temperature
179
Vehicle Messages
180
Battery Voltage and Charging Messages
181
Battery Low Start
181
Service Trailer Brake System
181
Brake System Messages
181
Driver Door Open
182
Hood Open
182
Engine Cooling System Messages
182
Door Ajar Messages
182
Engine Overheated Idle Engine
183
Engine Overheated Stop Engine
183
Engine Oil Hot Idle
183
Engine Oil Messages
183
Fuel Level Low
184
Tighten Gas Cap
184
Engine Power Messages
184
Fuel System Messages
184
Object Detection System Messages
185
Ride Control System Messages
185
Key and Lock Messages
185
Lamp Messages
185
Stabilitrak Initializing
186
Service Traction Control
186
Anti-Theft Alarm System Messages
187
Starting the Vehicle Messages
187
Airbag System Messages
187
Tire Messages
187
Service 4 Wheel Drive
188
Tire Low Add Air to Tire
188
Transmission Hot Idle Engine
188
Transmission Messages
188
Check Trailer Wiring
189
Trailer Connected
189
Vehicle Reminder Messages
189
Washer Fluid Messages
189
Entering the Feature Settings Menu
190
Feature Settings Menu Items
190
Vehicle Personalization
190
With DIC Buttons
190
Auto Door Lock
191
Auto Door Unlock
191
Remote Door Lock
192
Remote Door Unlock
192
Delay Door Lock
193
Exit Lighting
193
Approach Lighting
194
Chime Volume
194
Easy Exit Recall
195
Easy Exit Setup
196
Memory Seat Recall
196
Remote Start
196
Exit Feature Settings
197
Exiting the Feature
197
Factory Settings
197
Settings Menu
197
Programming Universal Home Remote
198
Universal Remote System Programming
198
Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons
203
Reprogramming Universal Home Remote Buttons
203
Universal Remote System Operation
203
Exterior Lamp Controls
205
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
207
Exterior Lamps off Reminder
207
Flash-To-Pass
207
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
207
Automatic Headlamp System
208
Hazard Warning Flashers
209
Fog Lamps
210
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
210
Turn Signal on Chime
210
Auxiliary Roof-Mounted Lamp
211
Cargo Lamp
212
Instrument Panel Illumination Control
212
Battery Load Management
213
Entry Lighting
213
Lighting Features
213
Battery Power Protection
214
Infotainment System
215
Navigation/Radio System
216
Theft-Deterrent Feature
216
Radios with CD and DVD
219
Using the Radio
219
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)
220
Speed Compensated Volume
220
Setting the Tone
221
Adjusting the Speakers
222
Radio Messages
222
AM/FM Radio
223
Finding a Station
223
Radio Data System (Rds)
223
Setting Preset Stations
224
Storing a Radio Station as a Favorite
224
Finding a Category Station
225
Finding a Channel
225
XM Satellite Radio Service
225
Adding and Removing Categories
226
Storing XM Channels
226
Storing an XM Channel as a Favorite
227
XM Radio Messages
227
Am
228
Radio Reception
228
Cellular Phone Usage
229
Fixed Mast Antenna
229
FM Stereo
229
Satellite Radio Antenna
229
Audio Players
230
Care of Cds
230
Care of the CD Player
230
Inserting a CD
230
Ejecting a CD
231
Playing a CD
231
Compressed Audio or Mixed Mode Discs
233
Empty Folder
233
MP3-Supported Files
233
Root Directory
233
File System and Naming
234
Playing an MP3
234
Preprogrammed Playlists
234
RDM (Random)
235
Care of the CD and DVD Player
236
CD Player Messages
236
CD/DVD Player
236
Audio Output
237
Care of Cds and Dvds
237
Inserting a Disc
237
MP3 and WMA Supported Files
239
Playing an MP3 or WMA
241
Using the DVD Player
242
Playing a DVD
243
Using Softkeys to Play a DVD-A (Audio)
245
CD/DVD Player Messages
246
Stopping and Resuming Playback
246
Auxiliary Devices
247
Using the Auxiliary Input Jack
247
USB Support
248
Using the USB Port
248
Connecting a USB Storage Device or Ipod
249
Using the Radio to Control a USB Storage Device or Ipod
249
USB Softkeys to Control a USB Storage Device or Ipod
250
Repeat Functionality
251
Shuffle Functionality
251
Rear Seat Infotainment
252
Headphones
253
Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks
255
Changing the RSE Video Screen Settings
255
Video Screen
256
Remote Control
257
Remote Control Buttons
257
Tips and Troubleshooting Chart
260
Cleaning the RSE Overhead Console
261
DVD Display Error Messages
261
DVD Distortion
261
Cleaning the Video Screen
262
Rear Seat Audio (RSA) System
262
Phone
264
Audio System
265
Bluetooth Controls
265
Pairing
265
Voice Recognition
265
Deleting a Paired Phone
266
Listing All Paired and Connected Phones
266
Pairing a Phone
266
Connecting to a Different Phone
267
Storing and Deleting Phone Numbers
267
Using the "Digit Store" Command
267
Using the "Store" Command
267
Listing Stored Numbers
268
Making a Call
268
Using the "Delete All Name Tags" Command
268
Using the "Dial" or "Call" Command
268
Call Waiting
269
Receiving a Call
269
Using the Digit Dial Command
269
Using the Re-Dial Command
269
Ending a Call
270
Muting a Call
270
Three-Way Calling
270
Transferring a Call
270
Cleaning the System
271
Dual Tone Multi-Frequency (DTMF) Tones
271
Other Information
271
Voice Pass-Thru
271
Climate Control Systems
273
Rear Window Defogger
275
Automatic Operation
278
Driver and Passenger Side Temperature Controls
278
Manual Operation
279
Sensors
282
Air Vents
283
Driving and Operating
285
Distracted Driving
286
Driving Information
286
Defensive Driving
287
Drunk Driving
287
Braking
288
Control of a Vehicle
288
Hydraulic Power Steering
288
Steering
288
Loss of Control
289
Off-Road Recovery
289
Sliding
289
Before Driving Off-Road
290
Off-Road Driving
290
Environmental Concerns
291
Loading the Vehicle for Off-Road Driving
291
Driving on Hills
292
Driving in Mud, Snow, Sand or Ice
294
After Off-Road Driving
295
Driving in Water
295
Driving on Wet Roads
296
Other Rainy Weather Tips
296
Highway Hypnosis
297
Hill and Mountain Roads
297
Blizzard Conditions
298
Driving on Snow or Ice
298
Winter Driving
298
If the Vehicle Is Stuck
300
Recovery Hooks
300
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It out
300
Vehicle Load Limits
301
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
302
Tire and Loading Information Label
302
Certification/Tire Label
304
Add-On Equipment
307
Two-Tiered Loading
307
Truck-Camper Loading Information
308
New Vehicle Break-In
310
Starting and Operating
310
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal
311
Ignition Positions
312
Starting Procedure
314
Starting the Engine
314
Fast Idle System
315
Engine Coolant Heater
316
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
316
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater
316
Shifting into Park
317
Leaving the Vehicle with the Engine Running
318
Shifting out of Park
318
Torque Lock
318
Active Fuel Management
319
Parking over Things that Burn
319
Engine Exhaust
320
Running the Vehicle While Parked
320
Automatic Transmission
321
Manual Mode
325
Low Traction Mode
326
Tow/Haul Mode
326
Drive Systems
327
Grade Braking (6-Speed Automatic Transmission)
327
Front Axle
328
Recommended Transfer Case Settings
329
Shifting from Two-Wheel Drive High to Four-Wheel Drive High
331
Shifting in or out of Four-Wheel Drive Low
331
Shifting in or out of Neutral
332
Shifting into Four-Wheel Drive Low
334
Shifting into Two-Wheel Drive High
334
Shifting into Neutral
335
Shifting out of Four-Wheel Drive Low
335
Shifting out of Neutral
336
Shifting into Four-Wheel Drive High or Auto (Automatic Four-Wheel Drive)
338
Brakes
341
Braking in Emergencies
341
Using ABS
341
Brake Assist
342
Parking Brake
342
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
343
Ride Control Systems
343
Information
345
Traction Control Operation
345
Locking Rear Axle
346
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control
348
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control
348
Resuming a Set Speed
348
Setting Cruise Control
348
Ending Cruise Control
349
Erasing Speed Memory
349
Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control
349
Using Cruise Control on Hills
349
How the System Works
350
Object Detection Systems
350
Turning the System on and off
350
Turning the RVC System on or off
352
Vehicles with Navigation System
352
Adjusting the Brightness and Contrast of the Screen
353
RVC Location
354
Disconnecting the RVC
355
When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly
356
Fuel
357
Gasoline
357
Gasoline Specifications
358
Recommended Fuel
358
California Fuel Requirements
359
Fuel Additives
359
Fuels in Foreign Countries
359
Fuel E85
360
Filling the Tank
361
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
363
General Towing Information
363
Towing Equipment
363
Towing Tips
363
Trailer Towing
363
Control (TSC)
364
Pulling a Trailer
364
Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips
364
Driving with a Trailer
365
Following Distance
365
Passing
365
Backing up
366
Making Turns
366
Driving on Grades
366
Parking on Hills
367
Leaving after Parking on a Hill
367
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
368
Trailer Towing
368
Weight of the Trailer
369
Weight of the Trailer Tongue
382
Weight of the Trailering Combination
384
Towing Equipment
384
Hitches
384
Total Weight on the Vehicle's Tires
384
Weight-Distribution Hitch Adjustment
385
Fifth-Wheel and Gooseneck Trailering
385
Auxiliary Battery
386
Trailer Wiring Harness
386
Trailer Brakes
386
Safety Chains
386
Basic Trailer Wiring
387
Heavy-Dutytrailer Wiring Harness Package
387
Camper/Fifth-Wheel Trailer Wiring Package
388
Electric Brake Control Wiring Provisions
388
Integrated Trailer Brake Control System
390
Trailer Brake Control Panel
391
Trailer Brake DIC Display Page
391
Manual Trailer Brake Apply
393
Trailer Gain Adjustment Procedure
393
Other ITBC-Related DIC Messages
395
Add-On Electrical Equipment
396
Conversions and Add-Ons
396
Trailer Sway Control
396
Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment
397
Emergency Roof Lamp Provisions
400
Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab
400
Vehicle Care
401
California Proposition 65 Warning
403
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements
403
Accessories and Modifications
403
Vehicle Checks
404
Doing Your Own Service Work
404
Hood
405
Engine Compartment Overview
406
Engine Oil
407
Checking Engine Oil
408
When to Add Engine Oil
408
Selecting the Right Engine Oil
409
Specification
409
Viscosity Grade
409
Engine Oil Additives/Engine Oil Flashes
409
What to Do with Used Oil
410
When to Change Engine Oil
410
When to Check and Change Automatic Transmission Fluid
411
Automatic Transmission Fluid (4-Speed Transmission)
411
How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System
411
How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid
412
Checking the Fluid Level
412
Consistency of Readings
413
How to Add Automatic Transmission Fluid
413
Automatic Transmission Fluid (6-Speed Transmission)
414
Cold Check Procedure
415
Hot Check Procedure
416
How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
417
When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
417
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
417
Replacing the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
418
Cooling System
419
Engine Coolant
420
What to Use
420
Checking Coolant
421
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank for Gasoline Engines
422
Engine Overheating
423
If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
424
If no Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
425
Engine Fan
426
Operating Mode
426
Overheated Engine Protection
426
Power Steering Fluid
427
When to Check Power Steering Fluid
427
How to Check Power Steering Fluid
427
Washer Fluid
428
Adding Washer Fluid
428
Brake Pedal Travel
429
Brake Adjustment
429
Replacing Brake System Parts
429
Checking Brake Fluid
430
Brake Fluid
430
Vehicle Storage
432
Transfer Case
432
When to Check Lubricant
432
How to Check Lubricant
432
Noise Control System
436
Starter Switch Check
437
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control
437
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
438
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check
438
Headlamp Aiming
439
Glass Replacement
439
Wiper Brade Replacement
439
Bulb Replacement
442
Halogen Bulbs
442
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker, and Parking Lamps
442
Pick-Up Box Identification and Fender Marker Lamps
443
Taillamps (Chassis Cab Models)
443
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps
444
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) and Cargo Lamp
444
License Plate Lamp
445
Replacement Bulbs
445
Windshield Wipers
446
Electrical System Overload
446
Headlamp Wiring
446
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
447
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
447
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
451
Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block
453
Top View
453
Wheels and Tires
454
20-Inch Tires
455
Tire Sidewall Labeling
455
Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire
456
Tire Size
457
Tire Designations
457
Tire Terminology and Definitions
459
Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation
463
Tire Pressure Monitor System
464
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
465
TPMS Malfunction Light and Message
466
TPMS Sensor Matching Process
467
Tire Inspection
468
Tire Rotation
468
Dual Tire Rotation
471
When It Is Time for New Tires
471
Buying New Tires
472
Different Size Tires and Wheels
474
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
474
Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature a
474
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
476
Wheel Replacement
476
Tire Chains
477
Used Replacement Wheels
477
If a Tire Goes Flat
478
Tire Changing
480
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
480
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire
482
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools
488
Full-Size Spare Tire
491
Jump Starting
492
Towing the Vehicle
496
Recreational Vehicle Towing
496
Dinghy Towing
497
Dolly Towing
498
Front Towing
499
Rear Towing
500
Finish Care
502
Washing the Vehicle
502
Exterior Care
502
Appearance Care
502
Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts
503
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
503
Windshield and Wiper Blades
503
Weatherstrips
503
Steering, Suspension and Chassis Components
504
Body Component Lubrication
504
Underbody Maintenance
504
Sheet Metal Damage
504
Interior Care
505
Chemical Paint Spotting
505
Finish Damage
505
Interior Glass
506
Fabric/Carpet
506
Care of Safety Belts
507
Floor Mats
508
Service and Maintenance
509
Maintenance Schedule
511
Engine Oil Change
511
Tire Rotation and Required Services Every 12 000 Km/7.500 Km
511
Special Application Services
516
Additional Maintenace and Care
517
Hoses
518
Lamps
518
Shocks and Struts
518
Fluids
518
Windshield
519
Wiper Blades
519
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
520
Maintenance Replacement Parts
523
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
527
Engine Identification
527
Vehicle Identification
527
Technical Data
527
Vehicle Data
528
Capacities and Specifications
528
Engine Drive Belt Routing
532
Customer Information
533
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
533
Reporting Safety Defects
551
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
552
Event Data Recorders
553
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)
554
Radio Frequency Statement
554
Onstar Overview
555
Onstar Services
556
Emergency
556
Security
556
Using Voice Commands During a Planned Route
557
Cancel Route
557
Route Preview
557
Connections
558
Hands-Free Calling
558
Retrieve My Number
558
Store a Name Tag for Speed Dialing
558
Index
563
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GMC 2012 GMC Sierra Owner's Manual (556 pages)
2012 GMC Sierra Owner Manual
Brand:
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Automobile
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Table of Contents
Trademarks and License Instruments and Controls . 5-
1
Table of Contents
1
Index
4
Onstar
5
In Brief
7
Instrument Panel
8
Information
9
Storage
9
Initial Drive Information
14
Door Locks
15
Remote Vehicle Start
15
Memory Features
20
Heated and Ventilated Seats
21
Head Restraint Adjustment
21
Passenger Sensing System
22
Mirror Adjustment
22
Vehicle Features
33
Portable Audio Devices
34
Cruise Control
36
Performance and Maintenance
41
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
42
Onstar Overview
43
Keys, Doors, and Windows
45
Keys and Locks
46
Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation
47
Power Door Locks
52
Delayed Locking
52
Automatic Door Locks
52
Doors
53
Lockout Protection
53
Safety Locks
53
Vehicle Security
55
Immobilizer Operation
57
Exterior Mirrors
58
Manual Mirrors
58
Convex Mirrors
58
Power Mirrors
59
Trailer-Tow Mirrors
59
Folding Mirrors
60
Park Tilt Mirrors
61
Heated Mirrors
61
Interior Mirrors
62
Manual Rearview Mirror
62
Windows
63
Manual Windows
63
Power Windows
64
Rear Windows
65
Sun Visors
65
Roof
66
Sunroof (Crew Cab)
67
Seats and
69
Seats and Restraints
70
Head Restraints
70
Front Seats
71
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
77
Safety Belts
80
Seats and
80
Safety Belts
81
How to Wear Safety Belts
81
Properly
81
Lap-Shoulder Belt
82
Safety Belt Use During
87
Pregnancy
87
Extended Cab)
87
Safety Belt Extender
88
Safety System Check
88
Safety Belt Care
88
Replacing Safety Belt System
89
Airbag System
89
Where Are the Airbags
91
Inflate
93
When Should an Airbag Inflate
93
What Makes an Airbag
95
Inflate
95
How Does an Airbag
95
Restrain
95
What will You See after an Airbag Inflates
95
Airbag On-Off Switch
97
Passenger Sensing
100
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped
104
Adding Equipment to the
105
Replacing Airbag System
106
Airbag System Check
106
Child Restraints
107
Older Children
107
Infants and Young
109
Child Restraint Systems
112
Latch System
115
Where to Put the Restraint
126
System
126
Securing Child Restraints
126
(Rear Seat Position)
127
Position
127
Position
130
Storage Compartments
137
Center Console Storage
138
Instruments and Controls
139
Controls
140
Instruments and Controls
141
Horn
142
Windshield Wiper/Washer
142
Compass
143
Clock
145
Power Outlets
147
Cigarette Lighter
148
Ashtrays
149
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators
149
Instrument Cluster
150
Speedometer
151
Odometer
151
Trip Odometer
151
Tachometer
151
Fuel Gauge
152
Engine Oil Pressure
153
Gauge
153
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
154
Voltmeter Gauge
154
Safety Belt Reminders
155
Airbag Readiness Light
156
Airbag On-Off Light
157
Passenger Airbag Status
159
Indicator
159
Charging System Light
160
Indicator Lamp
160
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
160
Brake System Warning
163
Light
163
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
164
Warning Light
164
Four-Wheel-Drive Light
164
Tow/Haul Mode Light
164
OFF Light
165
Tire Pressure Light
165
Traction Control System (Tcs)/Stabilitrak
165
Engine Oil Pressure Light
166
Low Fuel Warning Light
166
Front Fog Lamp Light
167
High-Beam on Light
167
Security Light
167
Cruise Control Light
168
Center (DIC)
168
Information Displays
168
Battery Voltage and Charging
177
Vehicle Messages
177
Brake System Messages
178
Door Ajar Messages
178
Engine Cooling System
179
Messages
179
Engine Oil Messages
180
Engine Power Messages
180
Fuel System Messages
181
Key and Lock Messages
181
Lamp Messages
181
Object Detection System
181
Messages
181
Ride Control System
182
Messages
182
Airbag System Messages
183
Anti-Theft Alarm System
183
Messages
183
Starting the Vehicle
183
Tire Messages
183
Transmission Messages
184
Vehicle Personalization
186
Universal Remote System
194
Universal Remote System Operation
199
Lighting
201
Exterior Lamp Controls
201
Lighting Features
201
Exterior Lamps off
202
Reminder
202
Daytime Running
203
Lamps (DRL)
203
Flash-To-Pass
203
Headlamp High/Low-Beam
203
Automatic Headlamp
204
System
204
Hazard Warning Flashers
205
Turn and Lane-Change
205
Signals
205
Auxiliary Roof-Mounted Lamp
206
Fog Lamps
206
Instrument Panel Illumination
207
Cargo Lamp
208
Control
208
Dome Lamps
208
Reading Lamps
208
Battery Load Management
209
Entry Lighting
209
Exit Lighting
209
Lighting Features
209
Battery Power Protection
210
Infotainment System
211
Infotainment System
212
Theft-Deterrent Feature
212
Operation
213
AM-FM Radio
219
Satellite Radio
221
Radio Reception
224
Audio Players
225
CD Player
225
Fixed Mast Antenna
225
Satellite Radio Antenna
225
CD/DVD Player
231
Auxiliary Devices
242
(RSE) System
247
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)
256
System
256
Bluetooth
258
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
271
Air Vents
276
Driving and
277
Driving Information
278
Distracted Driving
278
Defensive Driving
279
Drunk Driving
279
Control of a Vehicle
280
Braking
280
Steering
280
Off-Road Recovery
281
Loss of Control
281
Off-Road Driving
282
Driving on Wet Roads
287
Highway Hypnosis
288
Hill and Mountain Roads
288
Winter Driving
289
If the Vehicle Is Stuck
291
Vehicle Load Limits
292
Truck-Camper Loading
299
Information
299
Starting and Operating
301
New Vehicle Break-In
301
Adjustable Throttle and Brake
301
Ignition Positions
302
Starting the Engine
303
Fast Idle System
305
Retained Accessory
305
Power (RAP)
305
Engine Coolant Heater
306
Shifting into Park
306
Active Fuel Management
308
Parking over Things
308
That Burn
308
Shifting out of Park
308
Engine Exhaust
309
Running the Vehicle While Parked
310
Automatic Transmission
311
Manual Mode
314
Tow/Haul Mode
315
Drive Systems
316
System (ABS)
329
Brakes
329
Four-Wheel Drive
316
Brake Assist
330
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
330
Parking Brake
330
Ride Control Systems Stabilitrak
331
System
331
Locking Rear Axle
334
Cruise Control
334
Object Detection Systems
337
Ultrasonic Parking Assist
337
Rear Vision
338
Camera (RVC)
338
Fuel
344
Recommended Fuel
344
Gasoline Specifications
345
And Canada Only)
345
California Fuel
345
Requirements
345
Fuels in Foreign Countries
345
Fuel Additives
346
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)
347
Filling the Tank
348
Filling a Portable Fuel
349
Container
349
Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips
350
General Towing
350
Information
350
Trailer Towing
354
Towing Equipment
370
Add-On Electrical
381
Equipment
381
Conversions and Add-Ons
381
Trailer Sway
381
Control (TSC)
381
Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment
382
Pickup Conversion to
385
Chassis Cab
385
GMC 2012 GMC Sierra Catalog (42 pages)
GMC Sierra
Brand:
GMC
| Category:
Automobile
| Size: 4.61 MB
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