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GMC Terrain Owner Manual - 2011

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Customer Information

STEP TWO:

If after contacting a

member of dealership management,
it appears your concern cannot be
resolved by the dealership without
further help, in the U.S., call
1-800-462-8782. In Canada,
call General Motors of Canada
Customer Communication at
1-800-263-3777 (English) or
1-800-263-7854 (French).

We encourage you to call the
toll-free number in order to give your
inquiry prompt attention. Have the
following information available to
give the Customer Assistance
representative:

.

Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN). This is available
from the vehicle registration or
title, or the plate at the top left of
the instrument panel and visible
through the windshield.

.

Dealership name and location.

.

Vehicle delivery date and
present mileage.

When contacting GMC, remember
that your concern will likely be
resolved at a dealer's facility.
That is why we suggest following
Step One first.

STEP THREE

U.S. Owners:

Both General Motors and the dealer
are committed to making sure you
are completely satisfied with the
new vehicle. However, if you
continue to remain unsatisfied after
following the procedure outlined in
Steps One and Two, you can file
with the Better Business Bureau
(BBB) Auto Line

®

Program to

enforce your rights.

The BBB Auto Line Program is an
out-of-court program administered
by the Council of Better Business
Bureaus to settle automotive
disputes regarding vehicle repairs or
the interpretation of the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty. Although you may
be required to resort to this informal
dispute resolution program prior to
filling out a court action, use of the
program is free of charge and your

case will generally be heard within
40 days. If you do not agree with the
decision given in your case, you
may reject it and proceed with any
other venue for relief available
to you.

You may contact the BBB Auto
Line Program using the toll-free
telephone number or write them at
the following address:

BBB Auto Line Program
Council of Better Business
Bureaus, Inc.
4200 Wilson Boulevard
Suite 800
Arlington, VA 22203-1838

Telephone: 1-800-955-5100
www.dr.bbb.org/goauto

This program is available in all
50 states and the District of
Columbia. Eligibility is limited by
vehicle age, mileage, and other
factors. General Motors reserves
the right to change eligibility
limitations and/or discontinue its
participation in this program.

Summary of Contents for 2011 Terrain

Page 1: ...es 4 2 Roof Rack System 4 2 Instruments and Controls 5 1 Controls 5 2 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 5 7 Information Displays 5 20 Vehicle Messages 5 24 Vehicle Personalization 5 30 Lighting 6 1...

Page 2: ...d Tires 10 45 Jump Starting 10 75 Towing 10 79 Appearance Care 10 82 Service and Maintenance 11 1 General Information 11 1 Scheduled Maintenance 11 2 Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Parts 11 6 Maint...

Page 3: ...o your specific vehicle to confirm each of the features found on your vehicle For vehicles first sold in Canada substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limited for GMC Motor Division wherever it...

Page 4: ...od touch are trademarks of Apple Inc registered in the U S and other countries Canadian Vehicle Owners Propri taires Canadiens A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or...

Page 5: ...ribing the operation or information relating to a specific component control message gauge or indicator M This symbol is shown when you need to see your owner manual for additional instructions or inf...

Page 6: ...011 vi Introduction j LATCH System Child Restraints Malfunction Indicator Lamp Oil Pressure J OnStar Power Remote Vehicle Start Safety Belt Reminders Steering Wheel Controls 7 Tire Pressure Monitor d...

Page 7: ...Exterior Lighting 1 13 Windshield Wiper Washer 1 14 Climate Controls 1 15 Parking Brake 1 16 Transmission 1 17 Vehicle Features Radio s 1 18 Satellite Radio 1 19 Portable Audio Devices 1 19 Bluetooth...

Page 8: ...Black plate 2 1 GMC Terrain Owner Manual 2011 1 2 In Brief Instrument Panel...

Page 9: ...tem Manual J Cruise Control on page 9 42 K Data Link Connector DLC Out of View See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5 13 L Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6 4 M Steering Wheel Adjustme...

Page 10: ...Press this button to extend the key The key can be used for the ignition and all locks K Press to unlock the driver door or all doors Q Press to lock all doors Lock and unlock feedback can be personal...

Page 11: ...s a time extension is done or the key is inserted and turned to ON RUN Canceling a Remote Start To cancel a remote start do one of the following Press until the parking lamps turn off Turn on the haza...

Page 12: ...ate the switch is on the overhead console The vehicle must be in P Park to use the power feature The taillamps flash when the power liftgate moves Notice If you open the liftgate without checking for...

Page 13: ...river Seat A Seat Position Handle B Height Adjustment Control To adjust the seat Move the seat forward or rearward using the handle under the front of the seat cushion A See Seat Adjustment on page 3...

Page 14: ...level of lumbar support See Lumbar Adjustment on page 3 6 for more information Reclining Seatbacks Manual Reclining Seatbacks To recline a manual seatback 1 Lift the lever 2 Move the seatback to the d...

Page 15: ...manually stored positions are referred to as Button Memory positions The vehicle will also automatically save driver seat and outside mirror positions to the current driver Remote Keyless Entry RKE t...

Page 16: ...Seat and Mirrors under Power Seat Adjustment on page 3 3 for more information Easy Exit Driver Seat This feature moves the seat rearward allowing the driver more room to exit the vehicle To activate...

Page 17: ...e 3 2 and Seat Adjustment on page 3 3 Safety Belts Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly Safety Belts on page 3 10 How to Wear Safety Belts Prop...

Page 18: ...driver or passenger mirror 2 Press the arrows on the control pad to move each mirror in the desired direction 3 Return the selector switch to the middle position See Power Mirrors on page 2 14 Interi...

Page 19: ...the lamp off even when a door is open 1 The lamps come on automatically when a door is opened Turns the dome lamps on The dome lamps can also be turned on and off by pressing the buttons next to the...

Page 20: ...e move the lever to 8 and then release The wipers stop after one wipe Use to turn the wipers off For adjustable interval wipes Turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes...

Page 21: ...asher fluid on the rear window The lever returns to its starting position when released See Windshield Wiper Washer on page 5 3 and Rear Window Wiper Washer on page 5 4 Climate Controls The vehicle s...

Page 22: ...wer H Driver and Passenger Heated Seats I Rear Window Defogger J Air Conditioning See Climate Control Systems on page 8 1 If Equipped or Automatic Climate Control System on page 8 3 If Equipped Parkin...

Page 23: ...towing a trailer to limit the top gear and vehicle speed To use this feature 1 Move the shift lever to M Manual Mode 2 Press the plus minus button on the shift lever to increase or decrease the gear...

Page 24: ...orite pages can be set To store the station to a position in the list press the corresponding numeric button 1 6 until the station can be heard again For more information see Storing a Station as a Fa...

Page 25: ...n provinces XM Satellite Radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial free music coast to coast and in digital quality sound A fee is required to receive the XM service For more information...

Page 26: ...to turn the sound on For vehicles with OnStar or Bluetooth systems press to reject an incoming call or end a current call _ SRC Press to select an audio source Toggle up or down to select the next or...

Page 27: ...more See the navigation system manual for more information Driver Information Center DIC The DIC display is located in the center of the instrument panel cluster It shows the status of many vehicle sy...

Page 28: ...ft lever is moved into R Reverse and operates at speeds less than 8 km h 5 mph URPA uses audio beeps to provide distance and system information Keep the sensors on the vehicle s rear bumper clean to e...

Page 29: ...spin The system is on when the vehicle is started To turn off traction control press and release g located on the console i illuminates and the appropriate DIC message displays See Vehicle Messages on...

Page 30: ...See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 10 52 Engine Oil Life System The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message when i...

Page 31: ...dside Assistance Program U S 1 800 GMC 8782 1 800 462 8782 TTY Users U S 1 888 889 2438 Canada 1 800 268 6800 Mexico 01 800 466 0801 As the owner of a new GMC you are automatically enrolled in the Roa...

Page 32: ...igation and Hands Free Calling are available on most vehicles Not all OnStar services are available on all vehicles For more information see the OnStar Owner s Guide visit www onstar com U S or www on...

Page 33: ...ee Radio Frequency Statement on page 13 18 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS 210 220 310 OnStar Steering Wheel Cont...

Page 34: ...Black plate 28 1 GMC Terrain Owner Manual 2011 1 28 In Brief 2 NOTES...

Page 35: ...ocks 2 6 Power Door Locks 2 7 Safety Locks 2 8 Doors Liftgate Manual 2 8 Liftgate Power 2 9 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security 2 12 Anti Theft Alarm System 2 12 Immobilizer 2 13 Immobilizer Operation 2...

Page 36: ...or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children The key that is part of the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter can be used for the ignition and...

Page 37: ...re other conditions which can affect the performance of the transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System on page 2 3 RKE Without Remote Start Shown The following may be available Q Lock Press to lo...

Page 38: ...on page 2 5 for additional information Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle Only RKE transmitters programmed to this vehicle will work If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be purcha...

Page 39: ...System on page 2 3 for additional information Starting the Engine Using Remote Start To start the engine using the remote start feature 1 Press Q on the RKE transmitter 2 Press and hold for about two...

Page 40: ...Start Ready If the vehicle does not have the remote vehicle start feature it may have the remote start ready feature This feature allows your dealer to add the manufacturer s remote vehicle start fea...

Page 41: ...wer door lock switches are on the instrument panel K Unlock Press to unlock the doors Q Lock Press to lock the doors When locking the doors with the power lock switch and a door or the liftgate is ope...

Page 42: ...nsciousness and even death If the vehicle must be driven with the liftgate or trunk hatch open Close all of the windows Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel Continued WARNING Co...

Page 43: ...o a setting that brings in only outside air and set the fan speed to the highest setting See Climate Control Systems in the Index If the vehicle is equipped with a power liftgate disable the power lif...

Page 44: ...a liftgate that also has power operation requires more effort than a standard manual liftgate In either the MAX or the 3 4 mode the liftgate can be power opened and closed by First pressing K and the...

Page 45: ...le Detection Features If the liftgate encounters an obstacle during a power open or close cycle a warning chime will sound and the liftgate will automatically reverse direction to the full closed or o...

Page 46: ...o close the liftgate use the pull cup to lower the liftgate and close With the power liftgate disabled the liftgate electric latch will still power latch once contact is made with the striker Always c...

Page 47: ...quency Statement on page 13 18 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS 210 220 310 Immobilizer Operation This vehicle has...

Page 48: ...rms or deactivates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors WARNING A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you c...

Page 49: ...both the driver and passenger mirrors will tilt downward They will return to their previous position when the vehicle is shifted out of R Reverse the ignition is turned to OFF or the vehicle is left i...

Page 50: ...a soft towel dampened with water Windows WARNING Leaving children helpless adults or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permane...

Page 51: ...se the window lockout button to prevent unintentional operation of the windows The power window controls are on each of the side doors The driver door also has switches that control the passenger and...

Page 52: ...indicator light shows the feature is on Sun Visors Pull the sun visor down to block glare Detach the sun visor from the center mount to pivot to the side window or to extend along the rod if availabl...

Page 53: ...switch to express open or express close the sunroof Anti Pinch Feature If an object is in the path of the sunroof when it is closing the anti pinch feature detects the object and stops the sunroof fr...

Page 54: ...Black plate 20 1 GMC Terrain Owner Manual 2011 2 20 Keys Doors and Windows 2 NOTES...

Page 55: ...Airbag System Airbag System 3 26 Where Are the Airbags 3 28 When Should an Airbag Inflate 3 29 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 3 31 How Does an Airbag Restrain 3 31 What Will You See After an Airbag Inf...

Page 56: ...and adjusted properly Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant s head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash 1...

Page 57: ...just a manual seat 1 Pull the handle at the front of the seat cushion 2 Move the seat forward or rearward to adjust the seat position 3 Release the handle to stop the seat from moving 4 Try to move th...

Page 58: ...with the memory feature the 1 and 2 buttons on the outboard side of the driver seat are used to manually save and recall the driver seat and outside mirror positions These manually stored positions a...

Page 59: ...ide mirrors are automatically stored to the RKE transmitter that was used to start the vehicle These positions are called RKE Memory positions and may be different than the previously mentioned Button...

Page 60: ...seconds Try recalling the exit position again If the exit position is still not recalling see your dealer for service Lumbar Adjustment Power Lumbar Eight Way Power Seat Shown Four Way Similar A Lumb...

Page 61: ...make you push a pedal when you do not want to Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving WARNING If either seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That...

Page 62: ...seat heater especially for long periods of time Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat such as a blanket cushion cover or similar item This may cause the seat heater to overhea...

Page 63: ...be folded down for more cargo space WARNING If either seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull o...

Page 64: ...nd hold the release bar under the front of the seat cushion to unlock the seat 2 Slide the seat to the desired position 3 Release the bar 4 Try to move the seat back and forth to ensure the seat is lo...

Page 65: ...ional information In most states and in all Canadian provinces the law requires wearing safety belts Here is why You never know if you will be in a crash If you do have a crash you do not know if it w...

Page 66: ...ain Owner Manual 2011 3 12 Seats and Restraints Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle i...

Page 67: ...a safety belt A You could be whether you are wearing a safety belt or not But your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are be...

Page 68: ...e are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and infants If a child will be riding in the vehicle see Older Children on page 3 40 or...

Page 69: ...es The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The shoulder belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash Q...

Page 70: ...h protection this way WARNING You can be seriously hurt if the lap belt is too loose In a crash you could slide under the lap belt and apply force on your abdomen This could cause serious or even fata...

Page 71: ...This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle the belt into the buckle nearest you Q What is wrong with this A The belt is over an armrest WARNING You can be seriously injured if the belt...

Page 72: ...wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs whic...

Page 73: ...You might also slide under the lap belt The belt force would then be applied right on the abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across th...

Page 74: ...belt across you more slowly If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt is pulled out all the way the child restraint locking feature may be engaged If this happens let the belt go back all the way a...

Page 75: ...a crash See How to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 3 14 Move the height adjuster up to the desired position by pushing up on the height adjuster After the height adjuster is set to the desired pos...

Page 76: ...comfort guides If not they are available through your dealer The guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults When installed and...

Page 77: ...lt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces 4 Buckle position and release the safety belt as described previously in this...

Page 78: ...n to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you To help avoid personal injury do not let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to f...

Page 79: ...ath in a crash To help make sure the safety belt systems are working properly after a crash have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible After a minor crash replacement...

Page 80: ...appear on the side of the seatback closest to the door With roof rail airbags the word AIRBAG will appear along the trim Airbags are designed to supplement the protection provided by safety belts Eve...

Page 81: ...seat mounted side impact airbags and or roof rail airbags WARNING Children who are up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder...

Page 82: ...al airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger side Driver Side Shown Passenger Side Similar The seat mounted sid...

Page 83: ...seat mounted side impact airbag Never secure anything to the roof of a vehicle with roof rail airbags by routing a rope or tie down through any door or window opening If you do the path of an inflati...

Page 84: ...te at a level less than full deployment For more severe frontal impacts full deployment occurs The vehicle has seat mounted side impact and roof rail airbags See Airbag System on page 3 26 Seat mounte...

Page 85: ...rbags supplement the protection provided by safety belts Frontal airbags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body stopping the occupant more gradually Seat mounted...

Page 86: ...automatically unlock the doors turn on the interior lamps turn on the hazard warning flashers and shut off the fuel system after the airbags inflate You can lock the doors turn off the interior lamps...

Page 87: ...he symbol for on and off are visible during the system check If you are using remote start if equipped to start the vehicle from a distance you may not see the system check When the system check is co...

Page 88: ...rd position Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger frontal airbag no system is fail safe No one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual c...

Page 89: ...ays on it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system To help avoid injury to yourself or others have the vehicle serviced right away See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5 11 for more info...

Page 90: ...nt If a person of adult size is sitting in the right front passenger seat but the off indicator is lit it could be because that person is not sitting properly in the seat If this happens use the follo...

Page 91: ...seat If this happens the off indicator will be lit and the airbag readiness light on the instrument panel will also be lit Liquid pooled on the seat that has not soaked in may make it more likely that...

Page 92: ...ng or moving any parts of the front seats safety belts the airbag sensing and diagnostic module steering wheel instrument panel roof rail airbag modules ceiling headliner or pillar garnish trim overhe...

Page 93: ...mer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual See Customer Satisfaction Procedure U S and Canada on page 13 1 or Customer Satisfaction Procedure Mexico on page 1...

Page 94: ...re working properly after a crash have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible If an airbag inflates you will need to replace airbag system parts See your dealer for ser...

Page 95: ...t fit low and snug on the hips touching the thighs If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Can proper safety belt fit be maintained for the length of the trip If yes continue If no return to...

Page 96: ...injured A safety belt must be used by only one person at a time WARNING Never do this Never allow a child to wear the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind their back A child can be seriously inj...

Page 97: ...ren to play with the safety belts Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its...

Page 98: ...restraints which are purchased by the vehicle owner are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but...

Page 99: ...ts WARNING A young child s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones as it should Instead it may settle up around the child s abdomen In a...

Page 100: ...hild can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle safety belt or LAT...

Page 101: ...all child restraints In the U S refer to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA website to locate the nearest child safety seat inspection station For CPST availability in Canada che...

Page 102: ...int in the right front seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat See Passenger Sensing System on page 3 33 for addit...

Page 103: ...ld Restraints A Child restraint using LATCH B Occupant prohibited A Child restraint using LATCH B Occupant prohibited C Child restraint or occupant using safety belt A Child restraint or occupant usin...

Page 104: ...restraint manufacturer will provide you with instructions on how to use the child restraint and its attachments The following explains how to attach a child restraint with these attachments in your ve...

Page 105: ...re to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations Rear Seat i Top Tether Anchor Seating positions with top tether anchors j Lower Anchor Seat...

Page 106: ...rly using the anchors or use the vehicle safety belts to secure the restraint following the instructions that came with the child restraint and the instructions in this manual WARNING Do not attach mo...

Page 107: ...er attachments or the desired seating position does not have lower anchors secure the child restraint with the top tether and the safety belts Refer to the child restraint manufacturer instructions an...

Page 108: ...he child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To check grasp the child restraint at the LATCH path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth There should be no more than 2 5 c...

Page 109: ...l law requires that the top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored In Canada the law requires that forward facing child re...

Page 110: ...he retractor to make sure the retractor is locked If the retractor is not locked repeat Steps 4 and 5 6 If the child restraint has a top tether follow the child restraint manufacturer s instructions r...

Page 111: ...o the center top tether anchor on the seatback B Make sure the retaining strap s clips are firmly attached Install the rear facing child restraint using the child restraint manufacturer s instructions...

Page 112: ...even though it is turned off Secure rear facing child restraints in a rear seat even if the airbag is off If you secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat always move the front p...

Page 113: ...r airbag status indicator should light and stay lit when you start the vehicle See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5 11 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the latch plate and ru...

Page 114: ...uctions regarding the use of the top tether See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 3 49 for more information 7 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is se...

Page 115: ...Rack System Roof Rack System 4 2 Storage Compartments Instrument Panel Storage There may be a storage compartment on the instrument panel Pull the handle to open Glove Box Open the glove box by liftin...

Page 116: ...t to the cargo tie downs for storing small loads Do not use the net to store heavy loads Roof Rack System WARNING If something is carried on top of the vehicle that is longer or wider than the roof ra...

Page 117: ...Avoid high speeds sudden starts sharp turns sudden braking or abrupt maneuvers otherwise it may result in loss of control If driving for a long distance on rough roads or at high speeds occasionally...

Page 118: ...n the holes and a click is heard as the pins align and the cross rail locks Try sliding the cross rails forward and backward to ensure that they are correctly secured and that the levers stay tight to...

Page 119: ...Light 5 12 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 5 13 Brake System Warning Light 5 15 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light 5 16 Traction Off Light 5 16 StabiliTrak OFF Light 5 16 Traction Control System TCS S...

Page 120: ...s 5 29 Vehicle Reminder Messages 5 29 Vehicle Personalization Vehicle Personalization 5 30 Controls Steering Wheel Adjustment To adjust the steering wheel 1 Pull the lever A down 2 Move the steering w...

Page 121: ...or decrease the volume Horn Press near the horn symbols or press on the steering wheel pad to sound the horn Windshield Wiper Washer The windshield wiper washer lever is located on the right side of...

Page 122: ...r delay The system turns off when the button is returned to the middle position Z Rear Wiper For continuous rear window wipes 5 Rear Wiper Delay Sets a delay between wipes Rear Washer Push the windshi...

Page 123: ...te 1 Turn the infotainment system ON 2 Press the CONFIG button and select Time and Date Settings 3 Select Set Time or Set Date 4 Turn the MENU SEL knob to adjust the highlighted value 5 Press the MENU...

Page 124: ...press the BACK button at any time or press the SELECT button after adjusting the minutes Setting the 12 24 Hour Format 1 Turn the infotainment system ON 2 Press the CONFIG button and select Time Setti...

Page 125: ...ts Gauges and Indicators Warning lights and gauges can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to the warning light...

Page 126: ...Black plate 8 1 GMC Terrain Owner Manual 2011 5 8 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Shown Metric Similar...

Page 127: ...per minute rpm Fuel Gauge English Metric When the ignition is on the fuel gauge shows about how much fuel the vehicle has left in the fuel tank An arrow on the fuel gauge indicates the side of the veh...

Page 128: ...stay on for several seconds to remind drivers to fasten their safety belts The light also begins to flash This cycle repeats if the driver remains unbuckled and the vehicle is moving If the driver sa...

Page 129: ...ht goes out WARNING If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on while driving it means the airbag system might not be working properly The airbags in the vehicle mi...

Page 130: ...bag readiness light ever comes on and stays on it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system To help avoid injury to yourself or others have the vehicle serviced right away See Airbag Re...

Page 131: ...e emission controls might not work as well the vehicle fuel economy might not be as good and the engine might not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that might not be covered by the veh...

Page 132: ...dition is usually corrected when the electrical system dries out A few driving trips should turn the light off Make sure to fuel the vehicle with quality fuel Poor fuel quality causes the engine not t...

Page 133: ...e vehicle For normal braking performance both circuits need to be working English Metric The brake indicator light should come on briefly as the engine is started If it does not come on have the vehic...

Page 134: ...vehicle does not have antilock brakes and there is a problem with the regular brakes See Brake System Warning Light on page 5 15 See Brake System Messages on page 5 24 for all brake related DIC messa...

Page 135: ...g the TCS and potentially the StabiliTrak system have been disabled A DIC message may display Check the DIC messages to determine which feature s is no longer functioning and whether the vehicle requi...

Page 136: ...maintenance can damage the engine The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always follow the maintenance schedule for changing engine oil The oil pressure light should come on briefly...

Page 137: ...The light goes off when fuel is added to the fuel tank For vehicles with a Driver Information Center DIC see Fuel System Messages on page 5 27 for more information Security Light The security light c...

Page 138: ...l is turned off See Cruise Control on page 9 42 for more information Information Displays Driver Information Center DIC The vehicle may have a Driver Information Center DIC It displays information abo...

Page 139: ...il Trip Fuel Information Menu is displayed Then press x to scroll through the following menu items Trip 1 Trip 2 Fuel Range Average Fuel Economy Instantaneous Fuel Economy Average Vehicle Speed Timer...

Page 140: ...vehicle speeds recorded since the last reset of this value The average speed can be reset by pressing SET CLR while the Average Vehicle Speed display is showing Timer This display can be used as a ti...

Page 141: ...is displayed that means 99 of the current oil life remains When the remaining oil life is low the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will appear on the display See Engine Oil Messages on page 5 26 The oi...

Page 142: ...ery Voltage and Charging Messages BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE This message displays when the vehicle has detected that the battery voltage is dropping beyond a reasonable point The battery saver system start...

Page 143: ...les on the same power cycle After removing the obstructions the liftgate will resume normal power operation REAR ACCESS OPEN This message will display along with a symbol when the liftgate is open Clo...

Page 144: ...OT IDLE ENGINE This message displays when the engine oil temperature is too hot Stop and allow the vehicle to idle until it cools down ENGINE OIL LOW ADD OIL This message displays when the engine oil...

Page 145: ...assist system Take the vehicle to your dealer for service Ride Control System Messages ALL WHEEL DRIVE OFF If your vehicle has the All Wheel Drive AWD system this message displays when the rear drive...

Page 146: ...rbag system Take the vehicle to your dealer for service Safety Belt Messages BUCKLE SEATBELT This message displays as a reminder when the safety belt is not buckled Anti Theft Alarm System Messages TH...

Page 147: ...sage at a time The DIC also shows the tire pressure values See Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 20 Transmission Messages SERVICE TRANSMISSION This message displays if there is a problem with th...

Page 148: ...be available Climate and Air Quality Comfort and Convenience Collision Detection Systems Languages Lighting Power Door Locks Remote Lock Unlock Start Return to Factory Settings Turn the MENU SEL knob...

Page 149: ...e Start Auto Heat Seats is highlighted to toggle between On or Off Press BACK to confirm the selection and go back to the last menu Comfort and Convenience Select the Comfort and Convenience menu and...

Page 150: ...d on or off Press the MENU SEL knob when Park Assist is highlighted Turn the knob to select On Off or Tow Bar Press the knob to confirm and go back to the last menu See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on pa...

Page 151: ...unlock when the vehicle is shifted into P Park Press the MENU SEL knob when Auto Door Unlock is highlighted Turn the knob to select All Doors Driver Door or Off Press the knob to confirm and go back...

Page 152: ...Memory Remote Recall This allows the Memory Remote Recall feature to be turned on or off When on this feature will recall the current driver s last seat outside mirrors upon unlocking the driver door...

Page 153: ...ntry Lighting 6 5 Battery Load Management 6 5 Exterior Lighting Exterior Lamp Controls The exterior lamp control is on the turn signal lane change lever O Exterior Lamp Control Operates the exterior l...

Page 154: ...reduced brightness in daylight when the following conditions are met The ignition is on The exterior lamp band is in the automatic position The transmission is not in P Park The light sensor determin...

Page 155: ...Warning Flasher Press this button on the center of the instrument panel to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off This warns others that you are having trouble Press again to turn...

Page 156: ...s original position The parking lamps or low beam headlamps must be on to use the fog lamps The fog lamps will go off whenever the high beam headlamps are turned on When the high beam headlamps are tu...

Page 157: ...e vehicle has Electric Power Management EPM that estimates the battery s temperature and state of charge It then adjusts the voltage for best performance and extended life of the battery When the batt...

Page 158: ...ly reduce the power demands of some accessories Normally these actions occur in steps or levels without being noticeable In rare cases at the highest levels of corrective action this action may be not...

Page 159: ...Seat Entertainment RSE System 7 33 Rear Seat Audio RSA System 7 43 Phone Bluetooth Overview 7 45 Bluetooth Infotainment Controls 7 46 Bluetooth Voice Recognition 7 51 Introduction Infotainment Read t...

Page 160: ...pment Adding audio or communication equipment could interfere with the operation of the engine radio or other systems and could damage them Follow federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone equ...

Page 161: ...s the volume B g SEEK Radio Seeks the previous station CD Selects the previous track or rewinds within a track C RADIO BAND Changes the band while listening to the radio Selects the radio when listeni...

Page 162: ...radio J CD Slot Insert a CD K k CD Pauses the CD L CD Selects the CD player when listening to a different audio source M X CD Eject Removes a disc from the CD slot N l SEEK Radio Seeks the next statio...

Page 163: ...SEEK Radio Seeks the previous station CD DVD Selects the previous track or rewinds within a track MEM Selects the previous track or rewinds within a track C RADIO BAND Changes the band while listening...

Page 164: ...c K k Play Pause Radio Pauses time shifted content CD DVD Pauses CD DVD A and DVD V playback Stops DVD V playback MEM Pauses MEM playback L O REC CD DVD Records content from audio CDs and MP3 WMA CDs...

Page 165: ...cally after 10 minutes Volume Control VOL O Volume Power Turn to adjust the volume 5 Mute For vehicles with OnStar press and hold 5 to mute the infotainment system Press and hold 5 again or turn the V...

Page 166: ...g a Setting 1 Turn the MENU SEL knob to highlight the setting 2 Press the MENU SEL button to activate the setting Setting a Value 1 Turn the MENU SEL knob to change the current value of the setting 2...

Page 167: ...value to 0 1 Press the TONE button 2 Select the audio setting 3 Press and hold the MENU SEL button until the value changes to 0 Press the BACK button to go back to the Tone Settings menu Adjusting th...

Page 168: ...io Settings 3 Select Radio Favorites 4 Select the number of available favorite pages 5 Press the BACK button to go back to the System Configuration menu Auto Volume The auto volume feature automatical...

Page 169: ...l SEEK or g SEEK Press to search for stations Press and hold to fast forward and rewind time shifted data See Time Shifting Radio with CD DVD and MEM later in this section k Press to pause and resume...

Page 170: ...g SEEK to automatically search for the next available station If a station is not found the radio switches to a more sensitive search level If a station still is not found the frequency that was last...

Page 171: ...pages can be set Storing a Station as a Favorite To store the station to a position in the list press the corresponding button 1 to 6 until a beep is heard Retrieving Stations Press the FAV button to...

Page 172: ...programming XM Satellite Radio Service XM is a satellite radio service based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces XM Satellite Radio has a wide variety of programming and comm...

Page 173: ...ls can be selected by using g SEEK l SEEK the MENU SEL knob or the menu system Selecting a Channel Using g SEEK or l SEEK Radio with CD Press and release g SEEK or l SEEK to go to the previous or next...

Page 174: ...ys the time shift status bar The status bar shows the amount of content stored in the buffer and the current pause point To resume playback from the current pause point press k again The radio is no l...

Page 175: ...e information is available at this time on this channel No CAT Info The system is working properly No category information is available at this time on this channel No Information The system is workin...

Page 176: ...an for FM especially at night The longer range can cause station frequencies to interfere with each other Static can occur when things like storms and power lines interfere with radio reception When t...

Page 177: ...disc from the center to the outer edge Care of the CD Player Do not add a label to a disc as it could get caught in the CD player If a label is needed label the top of the recorded disc with a marking...

Page 178: ...ress the MENU SEL knob 2 Select Tracks list 3 Select the track Playing Tracks in Random Order Press the MENU SEL knob and then set Shuffle Songs to On Fast Forward and Rewind Press and hold l SEEK or...

Page 179: ...ater and clean it Wipe the disc from the center to the outer edge Care of the CD DVD Player Do not add a label to a disc as it could get caught in the CD DVD player If a label is needed label the top...

Page 180: ...k Turn the MENU SEL knob Using the menu 1 Press the MENU SEL knob 2 Select Tracks List 3 Select the track Pausing a CD or DVD A Track Press k to pause a CD or DVD A track Press k again to continue pla...

Page 181: ...The search rate increases if the menu MENU SEL knob is continuously turned while searching in a list Playing MP3 Tracks in Random Order Press the MENU SEL knob and then set Shuffle Songs to On Record...

Page 182: ...up to 1 1 GB gigabyte of music from Audio CDs MP3 WMA AAC discs and USB storage devices The MEM player can also time shift audio from AM FM and XM radio Music or content stored in MEM that you did no...

Page 183: ...ady been recorded to MEM the message The Song s is Already Recorded displays Stopping the Recording Press the O REC button while recording from an audio CD to display the stop recording option Select...

Page 184: ...aying Back a Previously Recorded CD Turn the MENU SEL knob to select a track if MEM is already playing from the previously recorded disc 1 Select Recorded Disc List 2 Select the disc 3 Select the trac...

Page 185: ...to 6 buttons Favorites can be stored according to the following list Playlist Adds the currently playing track to the playlist selected Artist Saves the artist associated with the currently playing tr...

Page 186: ...usting the Volume Turn the VOL O knob to adjust the volume of the infotainment system after the volume level has been set on the portable audio device USB Port For vehicles with a USB port the followi...

Page 187: ...ure Device PFD or Zune Connecting a PFD or Zune Connect the PFD or Zune to the USB port Searching For a Track Tracks can be searched for by Playlists Artists Albums Song Titles Podcasts Genres To sear...

Page 188: ...lay as Unknown Tracks can be searched for by Playlists Artists Albums Song Titles Genres Folder View This only displays if a playlist is found on the device To search for tracks 1 Press the MENU SEL k...

Page 189: ...em after the volume level has been set on the portable audio device USB Port The following devices may be connected to the USB port and controlled by the infotainment system iPods USB Mass Storage Dev...

Page 190: ...root directory USB Connecting a USB Drive Connect the USB drive to the USB port Disconnecting a USB Drive A USB drive should be ejected from the USB port before disconnecting it To eject a USB drive...

Page 191: ...urned while searching in a list Recording Tracks to MEM See Mass Storage Media MEM on page 7 24 for more information Rear Seat Infotainment Rear Seat Entertainment RSE System The vehicle may have a DV...

Page 192: ...an three seconds for Global Off to disable the RSE features On some infotainment systems the Global Off feature can be turned off by performing one of the following Press and hold the radio power butt...

Page 193: ...timal audio performance the headphones must be worn correctly Headphones should be worn with the headband over the top of the head for best audio reception The symbol L Left appears on the outside bot...

Page 194: ...from the auxiliary device can be switched between the video display screens To change the display 1 Press the AUX button on the remote control to change the source of both video screens from the DVD p...

Page 195: ...sired viewing position Push the video screen down into its locked position when it is not in use The screen turns off automatically Only the left RSE seatback console contains the infrared transmitter...

Page 196: ...7 21 or the separate navigation system manual for more information Notice Storing the remote control in a hot area or in direct sunlight can damage it and the repairs will not be covered by the warra...

Page 197: ...track or chapter This button may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews u Next Track Chapter Press to go to the beginning of the next chapter or track This button m...

Page 198: ...n three seconds after inputting a numeric selection to clear all numeric inputs 10 Double Digit Entries If Available Press this button to select chapter or track numbers greater than 9 Press this butt...

Page 199: ...te control does not work Check to make sure there is no obstruction between the remote control and the transmitter window Check the batteries to make sure they are not dead or installed incorrectly Af...

Page 200: ...the remote and or the headphones See your dealer for assistance The DVD is playing but there is no picture or sound Check that the RSE video screen is sourced to the DVD player by pressing the AUX but...

Page 201: ...CDs DVDs or other auxiliary sources RSA can only control music sources that the front seat passengers are not listening to except on radios where dual control is allowed RSA can function when the fron...

Page 202: ...front seat passengers are listening to a disc this function may be inactive on some radios Press and hold or to fast reverse or fast forward When a DVD video menu is being displayed press or to curso...

Page 203: ...ction for more information See Storing and Deleting Phone Numbers in this section for more information WARNING When using a cell phone it can be distracting to look too long or too often at the screen...

Page 204: ...sted volume level remains in memory for later calls The system maintains a minimum volume level Other Information The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of su...

Page 205: ...h 4 Select Pair Device Phone A four digit Personal Identification Number PIN appears on the display 5 Start the pairing process on the cell phone that will be paired to the vehicle Reference the cell...

Page 206: ...t if this feature is supported by your phone When a cell phone supports the phone book feature the Phone Book and Call Lists menus are automatically available The Phone Book menu allows you to access...

Page 207: ...Operation on page 7 7 for more information 3 Select Call to start dialing the number Radio with CD DVD and MEM 1 Press 5 2 Select Enter number 3 Enter the character sequence See Entering a Character...

Page 208: ...ng a Character Sequence in Operation on page 7 7 for more information 4 After the call has been placed press the MENU SEL knob and choose Merge Calls 5 To add more callers to the conference call repea...

Page 209: ...cell phone can be connected to the Bluetooth system at a time Pairing only needs to be completed once unless the pairing information changes or the phone is deleted To link to a different paired phone...

Page 210: ...The system lists all paired Bluetooth devices The system will respond is connected if a phone is connected to the vehicle Deleting a Paired Phone 1 Press b g For vehicles without a navigation system t...

Page 211: ...numbers Store Digit Store Directory Using the Store Command The store command allows a phone number to be stored without entering the digits individually 1 Press b g For vehicles without a navigation...

Page 212: ...system responds Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Digit Store The system responds with Please say the first digit to store followed by a tone 3 Say the first digit to be stored The system will repeat ba...

Page 213: ...commands to delete name tags Delete Delete all name tags Using the Delete Command The delete command is used to delete specific name tags To delete name tags 1 Press b g For vehicles without a navigat...

Page 214: ...tored in your phone directory and your route destination directory Are you sure you want to do this Please say yes or no Say Yes to delete all name tags Say No to cancel the function and return to the...

Page 215: ...ase say the first digit to dial followed by a tone 3 Say the digits to be dialed one at a time The system repeats back the digit it heard followed by a tone 4 Continue entering digits until the number...

Page 216: ...navigation system the system responds with a tone After the tone say Hands Free The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2 After the tone say Re dial The system responds Re dial using phone n...

Page 217: ...l Muting a Call During a call all sounds from inside the vehicle can be muted so that the person on the other end of the call cannot hear them To Mute a call 1 Press b g The system responds Ready foll...

Page 218: ...Voice pass thru allows access to the voice recognition commands on the cell phone See the cell phone manufacturer s user guide to see if the cell phone supports this feature To access contacts stored...

Page 219: ...b g The system responds Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Send name tag The system responds Say a name tag to send tones followed by a tone 3 Say the name tag to send If the system recognizes the number...

Page 220: ...Black plate 62 1 GMC Terrain Owner Manual 2011 7 62 Infotainment System 2 NOTES...

Page 221: ...r 8 6 Climate Control Systems The vehicle s heating cooling defrosting and ventilation can be controlled with this system A Fan Control B Air Delivery Mode Controls C Temperature Control D Outside Air...

Page 222: ...reezing the air conditioning will not work h Recirculation Press to turn on the recirculation An indicator light comes on Air is recirculated inside the vehicle It helps to quickly cool the air inside...

Page 223: ...c Operation The system automatically controls the fan speed air delivery air conditioning and recirculation to heat or cool the vehicle to the selected temperature When the AUTO indicator light is on...

Page 224: ...the vehicle until all the windows are clear Air Conditioning Air Conditioning Press to turn the air conditioning on or off If the fan is turned off or the outside temperature falls below freezing the...

Page 225: ...mote start See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2 5 Sensors The solar sensor located on top of the instrument panel near the windshield monitors the solar heat The climate control system uses the informat...

Page 226: ...removing the entire glove box 1 Open the glove box completely and locate the stop tab on top of the glove box door 2 Push the stop tab upwards until the stop tab is under the instrument panel assembl...

Page 227: ...Out of Park 9 32 Parking Over Things That Burn 9 32 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust 9 32 Running the Vehicle While Parked 9 33 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission 9 34 Manual Mode 9 35 Fuel E...

Page 228: ...g to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do and be ready In addition Allow enough following distance between you and the driver in front of you Focus on the task of driving Contin...

Page 229: ...r passenger is in a crash that person s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking Control of a Vehicle The following three systems help to contr...

Page 230: ...ere will still be some power brake assist but it will be used when the brake is applied Once the power assist is used up it can take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Adding no...

Page 231: ...example you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you These problem...

Page 232: ...scape route or area of less danger Skidding In a skid a driver can lose control of the vehicle Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by not ove...

Page 233: ...or severe off road use such as special underbody shielding and transfer case low gear range The airbag system is designed to work properly under a wide range of conditions including off road usage Al...

Page 234: ...ard during a sudden stop You or your passengers could be injured Keep cargo below the top of the seatbacks Unsecured cargo on the load floor can be tossed about when driving over rough terrain You or...

Page 235: ...emote Areas It makes sense to plan your trip especially when going to a remote area Know the terrain and plan your route Get accurate maps of trails and terrain Check to see if there are any blocked o...

Page 236: ...can occur Surface Obstacles Unseen or hidden obstacles can be hazardous A rock log hole rut or bump can startle you if you are not prepared for them Often these obstacles are hidden by grass bushes s...

Page 237: ...hill for example there may be a smooth constant incline with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all the way to the top On a large hill the incline may get steeper as you near th...

Page 238: ...as you approach the top of the hill to let opposing traffic know you are there Use headlamps even during the day to make the vehicle more visible to oncoming traffic WARNING Driving to the top crest...

Page 239: ...could go out of control Never try to turn around if about to stall when going up a hill If the hill is steep enough to stall the vehicle it is steep enough to cause it to roll over If you cannot make...

Page 240: ...verheat and fade Vehicles are much more likely to stall when going uphill but if it happens when going downhill 1 Stop the vehicle by applying the regular brakes and apply the parking brake 2 Shift to...

Page 241: ...ideways turn downhill This should help straighten out the vehicle and prevent the side slipping The best way to prevent this is to walk the course first so you know what the surface is like before dri...

Page 242: ...ur vehicle on safe surfaces only Driving in Water WARNING Driving through rushing water can be dangerous Deep water can sweep your vehicle downstream and you and your passengers could drown If it is o...

Page 243: ...ving through large puddles and deep standing or flowing water WARNING Wet brakes can cause crashes They might not work as well in a quick stop and could cause pulling to one side You could lose contro...

Page 244: ...nstruments often Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on flat or rolling terrain Tips for driving in these conditions include Keep the vehicle...

Page 245: ...rain until roads can be treated with salt or sand Drive with caution whatever the condition Accelerate gently so traction is not lost Accelerating too quickly causes the wheels to spin and makes the s...

Page 246: ...ime to time to be sure snow does not collect there Open a window about 5 cm 2 in on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind to bring in fresh air Fully open the air outlets on or under the...

Page 247: ...nt fire or other damage Spin the wheels as little as possible and avoid going above 55 km h 35 mph For information about using tire chains on the vehicle see Tire Chains on page 10 65 Rocking the Vehi...

Page 248: ...and Loading Information label is attached to the vehicle s center pillar B pillar With the driver s door open you will find the label attached near the door lock post The Tire and Loading Information...

Page 249: ...your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight ma...

Page 250: ...Occupant Weight 91 kg 200 lbs 5 453 kg 1 000 lbs C Available Cargo Weight 0 kg 0 lbs Refer to the vehicle s Tire and Loading Information label for specific information about the vehicle s capacity we...

Page 251: ...ter line Never exceed the GVWR for the vehicle or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle If the vehicle is carrying a heavy load it should be spread out See Steps for Determining Correct Load Limi...

Page 252: ...nside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats Do not leave an unsecured child restraint in the vehicle Secure loose items in the vehicle Do not leave a seat folded down unless...

Page 253: ...has four different positions Notice Using a tool to force the key to turn in the ignition could cause damage to the switch or break the key Use the correct key make sure it is all the way in and turn...

Page 254: ...tion to ACC ACCESSORY The ignition switch can bind in the LOCK OFF position with the wheels turned off center If this happens move the steering wheel from right to left while turning the key to ACC AC...

Page 255: ...released when the engine begins cranking the engine will continue cranking for a few seconds or until the vehicle starts If the engine does not start and the key is held in START for many seconds cran...

Page 256: ...10 minutes or until any door is opened All these features will work when the key is in ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY Engine Coolant Heater The engine coolant heater if available can help in cold weather con...

Page 257: ...nued that follow If you are pulling a trailer see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on page 9 58 Use this procedure to shift into P Park 1 Hold the brake pedal down and set the parking brake See...

Page 258: ...shift lever If you still are unable to shift out of P Park 1 Fully release the shift lever button 2 Hold the brake pedal down and press the shift lever button again 3 Move the shift lever If you still...

Page 259: ...may enter the vehicle Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death Never run the engine in an enclosed area that has no fresh...

Page 260: ...Characteristics and Towing Tips on page 9 58 The vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system You must fully apply the regular brake first and then press the shift lever button befo...

Page 261: ...about halfway down Going about 56 km h 35 mph or more push the accelerator all the way down Notice If the vehicle seems to accelerate slowly or not shift gears when you go faster and you continue to...

Page 262: ...d Slow the vehicle then press the Minus button to the desired lower gear range While using the ERS cruise control can be used Fuel Economy Mode Vehicles with a 2 4L engine have a Fuel Economy Mode Whe...

Page 263: ...ronic braking system that helps prevent a braking skid When the engine is started and the vehicle begins to drive away ABS checks itself A momentary motor or clicking noise might be heard while this t...

Page 264: ...ies steering can help more than even the very best braking Parking Brake To set the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down then push the parking brake pedal down If the ignition is on the bra...

Page 265: ...feature is designed to prevent the vehicle from rolling either forward or rearward during vehicle drive off After the driver completely stops and holds the vehicle in a complete standstill on a grade...

Page 266: ...ily when TCS is off The vehicle s driveline could be damaged If d comes on and stays on reset the system by 1 Stopping the vehicle 2 Turning the engine off and waiting 15 seconds 3 Starting the engine...

Page 267: ...computer controlled system that assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions StabiliTrak activates when the computer senses a difference between the intended path an...

Page 268: ...al control of the vehicle or limit wheel spin Driving should be adjusted accordingly Press and release g again to turn the system back on If cruise control is being used when StabiliTrak activates the...

Page 269: ...engage cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory RES Resume Accel Move the thumbwheel up toward RES to make the vehicle resume to a previously set speed or to accelerate SET Set Coast M...

Page 270: ...ed is reached then release it To slow down in small amounts move the thumbwheel toward SET briefly Each time this is done the vehicle goes about 1 6 km h 1 mph slower Passing Another Vehicle While Usi...

Page 271: ...u do not use proper care before and while backing vehicle damage injury or death could occur Even with URPA always check behind the vehicle before backing up While backing be sure to look for objects...

Page 272: ...ys on the DIC See Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 20 for more information This can occur under the following conditions The driver has disabled the system The ultrasonic sensors are not clean...

Page 273: ...ere could be cross traffic Your judged distances using the screen will differ from actual distances If you do not use proper care before backing up you could hit a vehicle child pedestrian bicyclist o...

Page 274: ...e vehicle is shifted into R Reverse The navigation screen goes to the previous screen after approximately 10 seconds once the vehicle is shifted out of R Reverse To cancel the delay do one of the foll...

Page 275: ...on or off 1 Shift into P Park 2 Press the CONFIG button 3 Select Display 4 Select Rear Camera Options 5 Select Symbols When a check mark appears next to the Symbols option symbols will appear Guidelin...

Page 276: ...is limited It does not display objects that are close to either corner or under the bumper and can vary depending on vehicle orientation or road conditions The distance of the image that appears on th...

Page 277: ...he rearview mirror may turn off or not appear as expected due to one of the following conditions If this occurs the left indicator light on the mirror will flash A slow flash may indicate a loss of vi...

Page 278: ...ntaining up to 85 ethanol E85 See Fuel E85 85 Ethanol on page 9 54 For all other vehicles use only the unleaded gasoline described under Recommended Fuel on page 9 52 Recommended Fuel Use regular unle...

Page 279: ...o club or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you will be driving Fuel Additives To provide cleaner air all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain a...

Page 280: ...er unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up to 85 ethanol E85 For all other vehicles use only the unleaded gasoline described under Recommended Fuel on page 9 52 We encourage the use of E85 in...

Page 281: ...fuel that contains methanol Do not use fuel containing methanol It can corrode metal parts in the fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage would not be covered under the vehicl...

Page 282: ...hot weather Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Do not top off or overfill the tank Wait a few seconds before removing the nozzle Clean fuel f...

Page 283: ...ARNING Continued Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pumping...

Page 284: ...pment For trailering capacity see Trailer Towing following in this section Trailering changes handling acceleration braking durability and fuel economy With the added weight the engine transmission wh...

Page 285: ...cle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working During the trip check regularly to be sure that the load is secure and the lamps and traile...

Page 286: ...re still working Driving on Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before starting down a long or steep downgrade If the transmission is not shifted down the brakes might have to be used so muc...

Page 287: ...pecially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid engine oil axle lubricant belts cooling system and brake system Inspect these before and during the trip Check periodically to...

Page 288: ...sengers cargo equipment and conversions The GCWR for the vehicle should not be exceeded Ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice See Customer Assistance Offices U S and Canada on page...

Page 289: ...t is not exceeding any of these ratings is to weigh the vehicle and trailer Total Weight on the Vehicle s Tires Inflate the vehicle s tires to the upper limit for cold tires These numbers can be found...

Page 290: ...ailer is swaying the vehicle s brakes are automatically applied When TSC is applying the brakes the TCS StabiliTrak indicator light flashes to notify the driver to reduce speed See Traction Control Sy...

Page 291: ...e 10 27 Starter Switch Check 10 28 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check 10 28 Ignition Transmission Lock Check 10 29 Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 10 29 Wiper Blade Replace...

Page 292: ...10 79 Appearance Care Exterior Care 10 82 Interior Care 10 86 Floor Mats 10 89 General Information For service and parts needs visit your dealer You will receive genuine GM parts and GM trained and su...

Page 293: ...lectronic systems like antilock brakes traction control and stability control These accessories or modifications could even cause malfunction or damage not covered by the vehicle warranty Damage to ve...

Page 294: ...eners Metric and English fasteners can be easily confused If the wrong fasteners are used parts can later break or fall off You could be hurt If doing some of your own service work use the proper serv...

Page 295: ...l 2 Move the secondary hood release lever to the right to release the striker The lever is near the middle of the hood 3 Lift the hood To close the hood 1 Before closing the hood be sure all the fille...

Page 296: ...Black plate 6 1 GMC Terrain Owner Manual 2011 10 6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 2 4 L L4 Engine...

Page 297: ...ee Engine Oil on page 10 10 E Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brakes on page 10 24 F Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 10 40 G Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting on page 10 75 H Remote Negative...

Page 298: ...Black plate 8 1 GMC Terrain Owner Manual 2011 10 8 Vehicle Care 3 0 L V6 Engine...

Page 299: ...on page 10 10 D Engine Cover on page 10 10 E Engine Oil Dipstick Out of View See Engine Oil on page 10 10 F Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brakes on page 10 24 G Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 10 4...

Page 300: ...t Always use engine oil approved to the proper specification and of the proper viscosity grade See Selecting the Right Engine Oil in this section Check the engine oil level regularly and maintain the...

Page 301: ...el See Selecting the Right Engine Oil in this section for an explanation of what kind of oil to use For engine oil crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2 Notice Do not add t...

Page 302: ...cosity grade Engine oils approved to the dexos specification will show the dexos symbol on the container Failure to use the recommended engine oil or equivalent can result in engine damage not covered...

Page 303: ...t is needed for good performance and engine protection Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty What to Do with Used Oil Used eng...

Page 304: ...be reset Your dealer has trained service people who will perform this work and reset the system It is also important to check the oil regularly over the course of an oil drain interval and keep it at...

Page 305: ...ance on page 11 2 and be sure to use the fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 6 Engine Air Cleaner Filter See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 6 for the location of the e...

Page 306: ...eaner housing cover tabs to the air cleaner housing 3 Install the air cleaner housing cover using the four screws WARNING Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others t...

Page 307: ...If you do you can be burned Do not run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before...

Page 308: ...against rust and corrosion Will not damage aluminum parts Helps keep the proper engine temperature Notice If an improper coolant mixture is used the engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repa...

Page 309: ...ool before you do it See Engine Overheating on page 10 21 for more information WARNING Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and...

Page 310: ...e tank pressure cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise about one quarter of a...

Page 311: ...er Engine Overheating The vehicle has an indicator to warn of engine overheating There is an engine coolant temperature warning light on the vehicle s instrument panel See Engine Coolant Temperature G...

Page 312: ...hot when the vehicle Climbs a long hill on a hot day Stops after high speed driving Idles for long periods in traffic Tows a trailer If the overheat warning is displayed with no sign of steam 1 Turn t...

Page 313: ...r Refer to Engine Cover on page 10 10 3 Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean 4 Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag 5 Replace the cap and completely tighten it 6 Remove th...

Page 314: ...e the tank if it is completely full Do not use engine coolant antifreeze in the windshield washer It can damage the windshield washer system and paint Brakes This vehicle has disc brakes Disc brake pa...

Page 315: ...have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking The vehicle was designed and tested with top quality brake parts When parts of the braking system are re...

Page 316: ...a low level the brake warning light comes on See Brake System Warning Light on page 5 15 What to Add Use only new DOT 3 brake fluid from a sealed container See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on pag...

Page 317: ...t Infrequent Usage Remove the black negative cable from the battery to keep the battery from running down Extended Storage Remove the black negative cable from the battery or use a battery trickle cha...

Page 318: ...t use the accelerator pedal and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts 3 Try to start the engine in each gear The vehicle should start only in P Park or N Neutral If the vehicle star...

Page 319: ...rk Mechanism Check WARNING When you are doing this check the vehicle could begin to move You or others could be injured and property could be damaged Make sure there is room in front of the vehicle in...

Page 320: ...blades 1 Lift the wiper arm from the windshield until no further movement is possible 2 Press the square button on the top side at the end of the wiper arm and pull the wiper blade out of the end of t...

Page 321: ...r adjust the headlamps To re aim the headlamps yourself use the following procedure The vehicle should be properly prepared as follows The vehicle Should be placed so the headlamps are 7 6 m 25 ft fro...

Page 322: ...e ground upward A to the recorded distance from Step 3 and mark it 5 Draw or tape a horizontal line B on the wall the width of the vehicle at the height of the mark in Step 4 Notice Do not cover a hea...

Page 323: ...kwise to raise or lower the angle of the beam 9 Make sure that the light from the headlamp is positioned at the bottom edge of the horizontal tape line The lamp on the left A shows the correct headlam...

Page 324: ...d turn the access port cap B counterclockwise to remove 3 If replacing a headlamp bulb remove the dust cover cap from the back of the headlamp housing by turning the cap counterclockwise 4 Turn the bu...

Page 325: ...Push the bulb socket into the fog lamp assembly and turn clockwise to lock it into place 5 Reconnect the bulb socket to the electrical connector Taillamps Turn Signal Sidemarker Stoplamps and Back Up...

Page 326: ...assembly 11 Verify that the taillamp assembly tab located at the bottom of the taillamp assembly is aligned to the facia bracket before securing with screws Auxiliary Taillamp To replace one of these...

Page 327: ...all lamp assembly Back Up Lamp Removal of the lamp assembly is not required to replace the back up lamp bulb To replace one of these lamps 1 Open the liftgate See Liftgate Manual on page 2 8 or Liftga...

Page 328: ...B Bulb C Lamp Assembly 4 Turn the bulb socket A counterclockwise to remove it from the lamp assembly C 5 Pull the bulb B straight out of the bulb socket 6 Push the replacement bulb straight into the...

Page 329: ...d band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure to replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating Replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical...

Page 330: ...mpartment Overview on page 10 6 Notice Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it Always keep the covers on any electrical component Engine Compartment Fuse Block The veh...

Page 331: ...arking Light 19 AIR Pump Solenoid 20 Engine Control Module Battery 21 Canister Vent 22 Trailer Left Side If Equipped 23 Lift Gate Module 24 Power Lumbar 25 Trailer Right Side If Equipped 26 Rear Acces...

Page 332: ...Module 53 Engine Control Module 54 Rear Vision Camera Midi Fuse Usage 55 Electric Power Steering Micro Relays Usage 56 AIR Pump Solenoid 57 Brake Booster 58 Cooling Fan Low 59 Headlamp High Beam 60 Co...

Page 333: ...onsole first then push the door back into its original location The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses relays and features shown Instrument Panel Fuse Block Mini Fuses Usage 1 Steering...

Page 334: ...Accessory Power Mini Fuses Usage 22 Sensing and Diagnostic Module Ignition 23 Spare 24 Spare 25 Transmission Gear Shift Position Indicator 26 Spare 27 Spare 28 Spare 30 Body Control Module 3 31 Amplif...

Page 335: ...equently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when the tires are cold Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when h...

Page 336: ...tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards D Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following the DOT Department of Transportation...

Page 337: ...r and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture D Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit...

Page 338: ...er code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire The letter R means radial ply construction the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction and the letter B means belted bias...

Page 339: ...fying that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation DOT Motor Vehicle Safety Standards The DOT code includes the Tire Identification Number TIN an alphanumeric designator wh...

Page 340: ...tire Passenger P Metric Tire A tire used on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles Recommended Inflation Pressure Vehicle manufacturer s recommended tire inflation pressur...

Page 341: ...to a vehicle showing the vehicle capacity weight and the original equipment tire size and recommended inflation pressure See Tire and Loading Information Label under Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 21...

Page 342: ...from the tire valve stem Press the tire gauge firmly onto the valve to get a pressure measurement If the cold tire inflation pressure matches the recommended pressure on the Tire and Loading Informat...

Page 343: ...flation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is no...

Page 344: ...ate the tires to the recommended pressure shown on the tire loading information label See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 21 A message to check the pressure in a specific tire displays in the Driver Inf...

Page 345: ...Some of the conditions that can cause these to come on are One of the road tires has been replaced with the spare tire The spare tire does not have a TPMS sensor The malfunction light and DIC message...

Page 346: ...atch the first tire wheel position and five minutes overall to match all four tire wheel positions If it takes longer the matching process stops and must be restarted The TPMS sensor matching process...

Page 347: ...least once a month Replace the tire if The indicators at three or more places around the tire can be seen There is cord or fabric showing through the tire s rubber The tread or sidewall is cracked cu...

Page 348: ...ations on page 12 2 WARNING Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When changing a w...

Page 349: ...ill be stored for at least a month in a cool dry clean area away from direct sunlight to slow aging This area should be free of grease gasoline or other substances that can deteriorate rubber Parking...

Page 350: ...death Only your dealer or authorized tire service center should mount or dismount the tires WARNING Mixing tires of different sizes brands or types may cause loss of control of the vehicle resulting...

Page 351: ...nt sized wheels are used there may not be an acceptable level of performance and safety if tires not recommended for those wheels are selected This increases the chance of a crash and serious injury O...

Page 352: ...re when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 T...

Page 353: ...ve loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels were aligned and balanced at the factory to provid...

Page 354: ...use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement Notice The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper...

Page 355: ...while driving especially if the tires are maintained properly If air goes out of a tire it is much more likely to leak out slowly But if there ever is a blowout here are a few tips about what to expec...

Page 356: ...hazard warning flashers See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 6 3 WARNING Changing a tire can be dangerous The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over or fall causing injury or death Find a level p...

Page 357: ...and remove the spare tire 5 Place the spare tire next to the tire being changed Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 Do a safety check before proceeding See If a Tire Goes Flat on p...

Page 358: ...t head is in the correct position or you may damage your vehicle The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Front Rear 6 Position the jack lift head at the jack location nearest the flat tire T...

Page 359: ...nd vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle WARNING Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without...

Page 360: ...are 9 Insert the other end of the jack handle into the wrench 10 Place the jack under the vehicle 11 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground...

Page 361: ...wheel attaches to the vehicle In Continued WARNING Continued an emergency a cloth or a paper towel can be used however use a scraper or wire brush later to remove all rust or dirt 14 Remove any rust...

Page 362: ...the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2 for the wheel nut torque specification 18 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown 19 Lower the j...

Page 363: ...on of the shaft if the vehicle has aluminum wheels 3 Put the flat tire in the rear storage area with the valve stem pointing toward the rear of the vehicle 4 Pull the cable A through the door striker...

Page 364: ...le stop as soon as possible and make sure the spare tire is correctly inflated The compact spare is made to perform well at speeds up to 105 km h 65 mph for distances up to 5 000 km 3 000 mi so you ca...

Page 365: ...e battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery has enough water You do not need to add water to the ba...

Page 366: ...p start must have 12 volt battery with a negative ground Notice Only use a vehicle that has a 12 volt system with a negative ground for jump starting If the other vehicle does not have a 12 volt syste...

Page 367: ...ot let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 9 Connect the black negative cable to the negative termin...

Page 368: ...o not touch each other or other metal Jumper Cable Removal A Heavy Unpainted Metal Engine Part or Remote Negative Terminal B Good Battery or Remote Positive and Remote Negative Terminals C Dead Batter...

Page 369: ...ng the vehicle behind another vehicle such as behind a motor home The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as dinghy towing and dolly towing Dinghy towing is towing the vehic...

Page 370: ...e vehicle that will be towed and secure it to the towing vehicle 2 Turn the ignition key to ON RUN 3 Shift the transmission to N Neutral 4 Turn the ignition key to ACC ACCESSORY 5 Turn all accessories...

Page 371: ...on the ground Notice Do not tow a vehicle with the front drive wheels on the ground if one of the front tires is a compact spare tire Towing with two different tire sizes on the front of the vehicle c...

Page 372: ...Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Follow instructions under Washing the Vehicle later in this secti...

Page 373: ...are with aluminum trim To avoid damaging protective trim never use auto or chrome polish steam or caustic soap to clean aluminum A coating of wax rubbed to high polish is recommended for all bright me...

Page 374: ...an towel A wax may then be applied Notice Chrome wheels and other chrome trim may be damaged if the vehicle is not washed after driving on roads that have been sprayed with magnesium calcium or sodium...

Page 375: ...rom all painted surfaces on the vehicle Sheet Metal Damage If the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement make sure the body repair shop applies anti corrosion material to pa...

Page 376: ...sfer color to home furnishings can also transfer color to the interior Remove dust from small buttons and knobs with a small brush with soft bristles Your dealer has products for cleaning the interior...

Page 377: ...ently remove as much of the soil as possible using one of the following techniques For liquids gently blot the remaining soil with a paper towel Allow the soil to absorb into the paper towel until no...

Page 378: ...manner Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces To remove dust a soft cloth dampened with water can be used If a more thorough cleaning is necessary a clean soft cloth dampened with a mild s...

Page 379: ...eased stopping distance which can cause a crash and injury Make sure the floor mat does not interfere with the accelerator or brake pedal Use the following guidelines for proper floor mat usage The or...

Page 380: ...held in place by two retainers 1 Pull up on the rear of the floor mat to unlock each retainer and remove 2 Reinstall by lining up the floor mat retainer openings over the carpet retainers and snap in...

Page 381: ...ehicle warranty As the vehicle owner you are responsible for the scheduled maintenance in this section We recommend having your dealer perform these services Proper vehicle maintenance helps to keep t...

Page 382: ...o use are listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 6 and Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 11 8 We recommend the use of genuine parts from your dealer Rotation of New Tires To mainta...

Page 383: ...maged wiper blade replacement See Wiper Blade Replacement on page 10 30 Tire inflation pressures check See Tire Pressure on page 10 51 Tire wear inspection See Tire Inspection on page 10 57 Rotate tir...

Page 384: ...page 10 28 See Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check on page 10 28 See Ignition Transmission Lock Check on page 10 29 See Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check on page 10 29 Accele...

Page 385: ...as needed An Emission Control Service The U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify th...

Page 386: ...ok for and use only an engine oil that displays the dexos certification mark of the proper viscosity grade See Engine Oil on page 10 10 Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use on...

Page 387: ...Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 12346293 in Canada 992723 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hood Door and Folding Seat Hinges Mult...

Page 388: ...Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 25899727 A3138C Engine Oil Filter 2 4L L4 Engine 12605566 PF457G 3 0L V6 Engine 89017525 PF63 Passenger Compartment Air Filter Elemen...

Page 389: ...tenance 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 re...

Page 390: ...Black plate 10 1 GMC Terrain Owner Manual 2011 11 10 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Record cont Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed...

Page 391: ...Black plate 11 1 GMC Terrain Owner Manual 2011 Service and Maintenance 11 11 Maintenance Record cont Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed...

Page 392: ...Black plate 12 1 GMC Terrain Owner Manual 2011 11 12 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Record cont Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed...

Page 393: ...ield from outside The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the eng...

Page 394: ...34a For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount see the refrigerant label located under the hood See your dealer for more information Engine Cooling System 2 4L L4 Engine 7 8 L 8 2 qt 3...

Page 395: ...5 qt Wheel Nut Torque 190 Y 140 lb ft See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 10 15 for information on checking fluid level All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the approxim...

Page 396: ...Black plate 4 1 GMC Terrain Owner Manual 2011 12 4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing 2 4L L4 Engine 3 0L V6 Engine...

Page 397: ...y Defects to the Canadian Government 13 15 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 13 16 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 13 16 Event Data Recorders 13 16 OnSta...

Page 398: ...continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two you can file with the Better Business Bureau BBB Auto Line Program to enforce your rights The BBB Auto Line P...

Page 399: ...es over courts in most jurisdictions because it is informal quick and free of charge For further information concerning eligibility in the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP call toll free...

Page 400: ...eople at General Motors for support if needed STEP THREE If your case is not resolved in a reasonable amount of time by your dealer please call the General Motors Customer Assistance Center CAC and pr...

Page 401: ...and U S Virgin Islands General Motors de Mexico S de R L de C V Customer Assistance Center Av Ejercito Nacional 843 Col Granada C P 11520 Mexico D F 01 800 466 0801 Long Distance 011 52 53 29 0801 Cus...

Page 402: ...ic vehicle OnStar and GM Cardmember Services Earnings summaries Other Helpful Links GMC www gmc com GMC Merchandise www gmccollection com Help Center www gmc com helpcenter FAQ Frequently Asked Questi...

Page 403: ...889 2438 For Canadian purchased vehicles call 1 800 268 6800 Service is available 24 hours a day 365 days a year Calling for Assistance When calling Roadside Assistance have the following information...

Page 404: ...w Flat Tire Change Service to change a flat tire with the spare tire The spare tire if equipped must be in good condition and properly inflated It is the owner s responsibility for the repair or repla...

Page 405: ...lain how to receive payment Alternative Service If assistance cannot be provided right away the Roadside Assistance advisor may give permission to get local emergency road service You will receive pay...

Page 406: ...customer support program for vehicles with the Bumper to Bumper Base Warranty Coverage period in Canada extended powertrain and or hybrid specific warranties in both the U S and Canada Several Courte...

Page 407: ...nt and meet state provincial local and rental vehicle provider requirements Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements insurance coverage credit card etc You are responsible for fuel u...

Page 408: ...s a result these parts may fit poorly exhibit premature durability corrosion problems and may not perform properly in subsequent collisions Aftermarket parts are not covered by the GM New Vehicle Limi...

Page 409: ...model year Vehicle Identification Number VIN Insurance company and policy number General description of the damage to the other vehicle Choose a reputable repair facility that uses quality replacement...

Page 410: ...sist in the diagnosis and service of the vehicle Owner Information Owner publications are written specifically for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle The Ow...

Page 411: ...emedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 423...

Page 412: ...to provide antilock braking to help the driver control the vehicle These modules may store data to help the dealer technician service the vehicle Some modules may also store data about how you operat...

Page 413: ...t with the consent of the vehicle owner or if the vehicle is leased with the consent of the lessee in response to an official request by police or similar government office as part of GM s defense of...

Page 414: ...l information or link with any other GM system containing personal information Radio Frequency Statement This vehicle has systems that operate on a radio frequency that comply with Part 15 of the Fede...

Page 415: ...late 3 29 Where Are the Airbags 3 28 Airbags Passenger Status Indicator 5 11 Readiness Light 5 11 Servicing Airbag Equipped Vehicles 3 37 System Check 3 26 Alarm System Anti Theft 2 12 All Wheel Drive...

Page 416: ...urn Signal Sidemarker Stoplamps and Backup Lamps 10 35 Buying New Tires 10 59 C Calibration 5 4 California Fuel Requirements 9 53 Perchlorate Materials Requirements 10 3 Warning 10 2 Camera Rear Visio...

Page 417: ...Offices 13 4 13 5 Text Telephone TTY Users 13 6 Customer Information Service Publications Ordering Information 13 14 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 13 1 13 3 D Damage Repair Collision 13 11 Danger W...

Page 418: ...Cooling System Messages 5 25 Cover 10 10 Drive Belt Routing 12 4 Exhaust 9 32 Overheating 10 21 Power Messages 5 26 Pressure Light 5 18 Running While Parked 9 33 Starting 9 29 Engine Oil Life System...

Page 419: ...uges Engine Coolant Temperature 5 10 Fuel 5 9 Odometer 5 9 Speedometer 5 9 Tachometer 5 9 Warning Lights and Indicators 5 7 General Information Service and Maintenance 11 1 Towing 9 57 Vehicle Care 10...

Page 420: ...s Daytime Running DRL 6 2 Dome 6 4 Exterior Controls 6 1 License Plate 10 38 Malfunction Indicator 5 13 On Reminder 5 20 Reading 6 5 Lap Shoulder Belt 3 20 LATCH System Replacing Parts After a Crash 3...

Page 421: ...Alarm System 5 28 Battery Voltage and Charging 5 24 Brake System 5 24 Compass 5 24 Door Ajar 5 25 Engine Cooling System 5 25 Engine Oil 5 26 Engine Power 5 26 Fuel System 5 27 Key and Lock 5 27 Objec...

Page 422: ...bag Status Indicator 5 11 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 8 6 Passenger Sensing System 3 33 Perchlorate Materials Requirements California 10 3 Personalization Vehicle 5 30 Phone Bluetooth 7 45 7 46 7...

Page 423: ...rnment 13 15 General Motors 13 16 U S Government 13 15 Restraints Where to Put 3 47 Retained Accessory Power RAP 9 30 Ride Control Systems Messages 5 27 Roads Driving Wet 9 17 Roadside Assistance Prog...

Page 424: ...Sidemarker Bulb Replacement 10 35 Signals Turn and Lane Change 6 3 Spare Tire Compact 10 74 Specifications and Capacities 12 2 Speedometer 5 9 StabiliTrak OFF Light 5 16 StabiliTrak System 9 41 Start...

Page 425: ...reational Vehicle 10 79 Trailer 9 61 Trailer Sway Control TSC 9 64 Vehicle 10 79 Traction Control System TCS 9 39 Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light 5 17 Off Light 5 16 Trailer Sway Control TSC 9 64...

Page 426: ...gs iv Cautions and Danger iv Hazard Flashers 6 3 Washer Fluid 10 23 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 10 63 Different Size 10 61 Replacement 10 63 When It Is Time for New Tires 10 58 Where to Put the...

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