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Acadia/Acadia Denali Owner Manual - 2013 - crc2 - 12/11/12

Driving and Operating

9-1

Driving and
Operating

Driving Information

Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Drunk Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-4
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5
Driving on Wet Roads . . . . . . . . . 9-5
Highway Hypnosis . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-6
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . 9-6
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-7
If the Vehicle Is Stuck . . . . . . . . . 9-9
Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . 9-9

Starting and Operating

New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . 9-14
Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-14
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . 9-16
Engine Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-17
Retained Accessory

Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-18

Shifting Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-18
Shifting out of Park . . . . . . . . . . 9-19
Parking over Things

That Burn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-20

Engine Exhaust

Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-20
Running the Vehicle While

Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-21

Automatic Transmission

Automatic Transmission . . . . . 9-21
Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-23
Tow/Haul Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-24

Drive Systems

All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-25

Brakes

Antilock Brake

System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-25

Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-26
Brake Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-27
Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . 9-27

Ride Control Systems

StabiliTrak

®

System . . . . . . . . . 9-27

Cruise Control

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-29

Object Detection Systems

Ultrasonic Parking Assist . . . . 9-31
Side Blind Zone

Alert (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-33

Rear Vision

Camera (RVC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-35

Fuel

Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-38
Recommended Fuel . . . . . . . . . 9-38
Gasoline Specifications . . . . . . 9-39
California Fuel

Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-39

Fuels in Foreign Countries . . . 9-40
Fuel Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-40
Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-41
Filling a Portable Fuel

Container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-42

Towing

General Towing

Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-43

Driving Characteristics and

Towing Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-43

Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-46
Towing Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . 9-48

Conversions and Add-Ons

Add-On Electrical

Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-50

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Summary of Contents for 2013 Acadia

Page 1: ...4 Instruments and Controls 5 1 Controls 5 2 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 5 9 Information Displays 5 23 Vehicle Messages 5 31 Vehicle Personalization 5 41 Universal Remote System 5 49 Lighting...

Page 2: ...75 Service and Maintenance 11 1 General Information 11 1 Maintenance Schedule 11 2 Special Application Services 11 8 Additional Maintenance and Care 11 9 Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Parts 11 12...

Page 3: ...ver it appears in this manual Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Canadian Vehicle Owners Propri taires Canadiens A French language manual can be obtained from your dealer at www helmi...

Page 4: ...ation 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 information This s...

Page 5: ...013 crc2 12 11 12 Introduction v Malfunction Indicator Lamp Oil Pressure g Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors Power Remote Vehicle Start Safety Belt Reminders 7 Tire Pressure Monitor _ Tow Haul Mode t Tra...

Page 6: ...Black plate 6 1 Acadia Acadia Denali Owner Manual 2013 crc2 12 11 12 vi Introduction 2 NOTES...

Page 7: ...Passenger Sensing System 1 10 Mirror Adjustment 1 10 Steering Wheel Adjustment 1 12 Interior Lighting 1 12 Exterior Lighting 1 13 Windshield Wiper Washer 1 13 Climate Controls 1 14 Transmission 1 15 V...

Page 8: ...Black plate 2 1 Acadia Acadia Denali Owner Manual 2013 crc2 12 11 12 1 2 In Brief Instrument Panel...

Page 9: ...ument Panel Illumination Control on page 6 5 12 Cruise Control on page 9 29 13 Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 5 2 14 Horn on page 5 3 15 Steering Wheel Controls on page 5 2 If Equipped 16 Driver In...

Page 10: ...Q to lock all doors Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized To open or close the liftgate press and hold 8 until the liftgate begins to move Press L and release to locate the vehicle Press L and...

Page 11: ...transmitter at the vehicle and press and hold until the parking lamps turn off Turn on the hazard warning flashers Turn the ignition switch on and then off See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2 4 Door Lo...

Page 12: ...o close the liftgate use the pull cup or pull strap as an aid Power Liftgate On vehicles with a power liftgate the vehicle must be in P Park to operate it Press and hold 8 on the Remote Keyless Entry...

Page 13: ...See Seat Adjustment on page 3 3 and Reclining Seatbacks on page 3 5 Power Seats 1 Seat Adjustment Control 2 Seatback Control 3 Lumbar Control To adjust a power seat if equipped Move the seat forward o...

Page 14: ...Second Row Seats The second row seat can be folded to access the third row Pull the sliding seat lever forward the seat cushion folds and the seat slides forward See Rear Seats on page 3 9 Third Row...

Page 15: ...e seat J Press to heat the seat and seatback Press the button once for the highest setting With each press of the button the seat will change to the next lower setting and then to the off setting The...

Page 16: ...System on page 3 44 Passenger Sensing System United States Canada and Mexico The passenger sensing system will turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions No other a...

Page 17: ...s 1 Press 1 to fold the mirrors out to the driving position 2 Press 2 to fold the mirrors in to the folded position See Folding Mirrors on page 2 15 Interior Mirror Adjustment Adjust the rearview mirr...

Page 18: ...at passengers The dome lamps come on when a door is opened unless the dome lamp override button is pressed in To manually turn them on turn the instrument panel brightness control clockwise to the far...

Page 19: ...exterior lamps Manual operation of the parking lamps and other exterior lamps 5 Manual operation of the headlamps and other exterior lamps Use to turn on or off the fog lamps if equipped See Exterior...

Page 20: ...n the instrument panel below the climate control system Z Press to turn the rear wiper on and off The wiper speed cannot be changed Y Press to spray washer fluid on the rear window The window wiper wi...

Page 21: ...about the rear climate control see Rear Climate Control System on page 8 9 or Rear Climate Control System with Rear Seat Audio on page 8 10 Transmission Electronic Range Select ERS Mode ERS mode allow...

Page 22: ...l audio devices PUSH SEL Turn to manually find a station or highlight a menu selection Press to select a highlighted selection D Press to go to the Home Page See Home Page in Operation on page 7 3 SRC...

Page 23: ...ress and hold to quickly increase or decrease the time settings Press OK or the Back screen button to save the adjustments that were made Set Date Press the up or down arrows to increase or decrease t...

Page 24: ...d mobile phone must be paired with the in vehicle Bluetooth system before it can be used in the vehicle Not all phones will support all functions See Bluetooth on page 7 20 Steering Wheel Controls w o...

Page 25: ...is also information on settings and downloadable applications if equipped Ultrasonic Parking Assist If available this system uses sensors on the rear bumper to assist with parking and avoiding objects...

Page 26: ...Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 9 18 The vehicle may have a sunroof over the front seats and a rear sunroof over the second row seats The rear sunroof does not open Vent Press the front or rear o...

Page 27: ...ignificant loss in pressure of one of the vehicle s tires If the warning light comes on stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the recommended pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Informa...

Page 28: ...have Driver Information Center DIC buttons Press and hold the trip odometer reset stem until OIL LIFE REMAINING shows 100 Three chimes sound and the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message goes off 4 Turn the...

Page 29: ...As the owner of a new GMC you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program See Roadside Assistance Program Mexico on page 13 7 or Roadside Assistance Program U S and Canada on page 13...

Page 30: ...Black plate 24 1 Acadia Acadia Denali Owner Manual 2013 crc2 12 11 12 1 24 In Brief 2 NOTES...

Page 31: ...irrors 2 14 Power Mirrors 2 15 Folding Mirrors 2 15 Heated Mirrors 2 16 Automatic Dimming Mirror 2 16 Blind Spot Mirrors 2 16 Park Tilt Mirrors 2 17 Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror 2 17 Automa...

Page 32: ...hicle See OnStar Overview on page 14 1 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13 20 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC rules...

Page 33: ...gh the DIC the parking lamps flash twice to indicate unlocking has occurred See Vehicle Personalization on page 5 41 Pressing K on the RKE transmitter disarms the content theft deterrent system See Ve...

Page 34: ...notch located along the parting line of the transmitter Do not insert the tool too far Stop as soon as resistance is felt Twist the tool until the transmitter is separated 2 Remove the old battery Do...

Page 35: ...ystem and heated seats the heated seats turn on during colder outside temperatures and shut off when the key is turned to ON RUN See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats on page 3 8 for more information...

Page 36: ...on The engine turns off during a remote start if the coolant temperature gets too high or if the oil pressure gets low Door Locks WARNING Unlocked doors can be dangerous Passengers especially children...

Page 37: ...e programmed by using the Driver Information Center DIC See DELAY DOOR LOCK under Vehicle Personalization on page 5 41 Automatic Door Locks Vehicles with an automatic lock unlock feature enable you to...

Page 38: ...outside with the door unlocked To return the door to normal operation turn the slot to the vertical position Doors Liftgate Manual Liftgate WARNING Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven...

Page 39: ...page 2 2 To open the liftgate press the touch pad under the liftgate handle and lift up The vehicle must be in P Park and the battery must be charged Use the pull cup to lower and close the liftgate...

Page 40: ...open temporarily and then slowly close See a dealer for service before using the liftgate if this occurs Obstacle Detection Features A warning chime will sound and the liftgate will automatically reve...

Page 41: ...o lower and close the liftgate the liftgate latch will power close Always close the liftgate before driving If 8 on the RKE transmitter or l on the liftgate is pressed while in manual operation mode t...

Page 42: ...ed by pressing Q during the 10 second pre alarm the alarm goes off The headlamps flash and the horn sounds for about 30 seconds then turns off to save the battery power The vehicle can be started with...

Page 43: ...rity light on the instrument panel comes on when trying to start the vehicle there may be a problem with the theft deterrent system Turn the ignition off and try again If the engine still does not sta...

Page 44: ...are to be programmed If the PASS Key III key is lost or damaged see your dealer or a locksmith to have a new key made The SERVICE THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM message displays on the Driver Information Cent...

Page 45: ...s 1 or 2 to select a mirror 2 Press the control pad to adjust the mirror 3 Press 1 or 2 again to deselect the mirror Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA If the vehicle has the SBZA system see Side Blind Zone A...

Page 46: ...ted Mirrors For vehicles with heated mirrors 1 Rear Window Defogger Press to heat the mirrors See Rear Window Defogger under Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8 4 Automatic Dimming Mirror...

Page 47: ...check before moving slowly into the adjacent lane Park Tilt Mirrors If the vehicle has the memory package the outside mirrors have a park tilt feature This feature tilts the outside mirrors to a prese...

Page 48: ...dows WARNING Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent in...

Page 49: ...gramming the Power Windows If the battery on the vehicle has been recharged disconnected or replaced windows with the express up feature need to be reprogrammed for this feature to work To program the...

Page 50: ...ress v again to deactivate the lockout switch Sun Visors Pull the sun visor down or unhook it and move it to the side to reduce glare Visor Vanity Mirror Lift the cover to use the mirror and turn the...

Page 51: ...o express close the sunroof Manual Sunshade The sunshades must be opened and closed manually To open the sunshade press the button on the sunshade handle to release it and guide it back To close the s...

Page 52: ...Black plate 22 1 Acadia Acadia Denali Owner Manual 2013 crc2 12 11 12 2 22 Keys Doors and Windows 2 NOTES...

Page 53: ...y Belt System Parts after a Crash 3 22 Airbag System Airbag System 3 23 Where Are the Airbags 3 25 When Should an Airbag Inflate 3 27 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 3 28 How Does an Airbag Restrain 3 28...

Page 54: ...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 To raise or lower the he...

Page 55: ...positions that cannot be adjusted The second row head restraints and third row headrests are not designed to be removed Front Seats Seat Adjustment WARNING You can lose control of the vehicle if you t...

Page 56: ...he front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control 1 up or down Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the rear of the control 1 up or down Adjust the seatback by tilting the top o...

Page 57: ...your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pel...

Page 58: ...ight position 1 Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback and the seatback will return to the upright position 2 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked Power Recl...

Page 59: ...o the memory positions associated with the transmitter used to unlock the vehicle This feature is turned on or off using the vehicle personalization menu See Vehicle Personalization on page 5 41 To st...

Page 60: ...eel temperature change or pain to the skin the seat heater may cause burns To reduce the risk of burns people with such a condition should use care when using the seat heater especially for long perio...

Page 61: ...e is started The heated seat button lights will not turn on during a remote start The temperature of an unoccupied seat may be reduced See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2 4 Rear Seats 1 Seat Adjustment...

Page 62: ...to its normal seating position 1 Remove objects on the floor behind the second row seat or in the seat tracks on the floor 2 Slide the seat rearward by pushing on the seatback until the seat is locked...

Page 63: ...the seat to make sure it is locked Third Row Seats WARNING Using the third row seating position while the second row is folded or pushed forward in the entry position could cause injury in a sudden s...

Page 64: ...fore sitting in the seat 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 on the seatba...

Page 65: ...n 6 Replace the bolts in the floor holes for storage Installing the Third Row Seats To reinstall a third row seat 1 Before installing the seat the seatback must be folded forward See Folding the Seatb...

Page 66: ...area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision passengers riding in these areas Continued WARNING Continued are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow passengers to ride in an...

Page 67: ...Wear Safety Belts Properly This section is only for people of adult size There are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and infants...

Page 68: ...rear seating position with a detachable safety belt and the safety belt is not attached see Returning the Seat to the Seating Position under Third Row Seats on page 3 11 for instruction on reconnectin...

Page 69: ...in this section for instructions on use and important safety information 6 To make the lap part tight pull up on the shoulder belt It may be necessary to pull the stitching on the safety belt through...

Page 70: ...elt guide After the adjuster is set to the desired position try to move it down without pushing the release button to make sure it has locked into position Safety Belt Pretensioners This vehicle has s...

Page 71: ...sted the comfort guide positions the shoulder belt away from the neck and head Here is how to install a comfort guide to the safety belt Outboard Positions 1 For the outboard positions remove the guid...

Page 72: ...n 2 Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic cord must be under the belt and t...

Page 73: ...o that the safety belt can be removed from the guide Slide the guide into its storage location or on its storage clip Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant...

Page 74: ...b See your dealer to have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Make sure t...

Page 75: ...for the front outboard passenger A roof rail airbag for the driver and for the second and third row passengers seated directly behind the driver A roof rail airbag for the front outboard passenger an...

Page 76: ...nce of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it Airbags are supplemental restraints to the safety belts Everyone in the vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not ther...

Page 77: ...age 3 37 or Infants and Young Children on page 3 39 There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument cluster which shows the airbag symbol The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfun...

Page 78: ...front outboard passenger seat mounted side impact airbags are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door Driver Side Shown Passenger Side Similar The roof rail airbags for the driver front outb...

Page 79: ...ely to be in time for the airbag to inflate and help restrain the occupants Deployment thresholds can vary with specific vehicle design Frontal airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe fr...

Page 80: ...an airbag should have inflated simply because of the vehicle damage or the repair costs What Makes an Airbag Inflate In a deployment event the sensing system sends an electrical signal triggering a r...

Page 81: ...in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so...

Page 82: ...n page 13 19 and Event Data Recorders on page 13 19 Let only qualified technicians work on the airbag systems Improper service can mean that an airbag system will not work properly See your dealer for...

Page 83: ...so great if the airbag inflates WARNING A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the passenger frontal airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing...

Page 84: ...the passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag depending upon the person s seating posture and body build Everyone in the vehicle who has outgrown chi...

Page 85: ...an Adult Size Occupant If a person of adult size is sitting in the front outboard passenger seat but the off indicator is lit it could be because that person is not sitting properly in the seat Use t...

Page 86: ...ot soaked in may make it more likely that the passenger sensing system will turn on the passenger airbag while a child restraint or child occupant is on the seat If the passenger airbag is turned on t...

Page 87: ...the airbag sensors sensing and diagnostic module and airbag wiring In addition the vehicle has a passenger sensing system that includes sensors as part of the front outboard passenger seat The passeng...

Page 88: ...the Airbags on page 3 25 See your dealer for service Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash WARNING A crash can damage the airbag systems in the vehicle A damaged airbag system may not work prop...

Page 89: ...uides under Lap Shoulder Belt on page 3 16 If the shoulder belt still does not rest on the shoulder then return to the booster seat Does the lap belt fit low and snug on the hips touching the thighs I...

Page 90: ...belt cannot properly spread the impact forces In a crash they can be crushed together and seriously injured A safety belt must be used by only one person at a time WARNING Never allow a child to wear...

Page 91: ...d never allow children 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...

Page 92: ...lable in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with th...

Page 93: ...ony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a crash young children should always be secured in appropriate child restraints Ch...

Page 94: ...r the lap belt portion of a lap shoulder belt or by the LATCH system See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 3 44 Children can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint i...

Page 95: ...installed in any second row seating position Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys WARNING A child in a r...

Page 96: ...restraint properly Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in the v...

Page 97: ...chor is built into the vehicle The top tether attachment 2 on the child restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child res...

Page 98: ...hors H Lower Anchor Seating positions with two lower anchors Second Row 60 40 Bench I Top Tether Anchor Seating positions with top tether anchors H Lower Anchor Seating positions with two lower anchor...

Page 99: ...one top tether anchor at the bottom rear of the center seatback This anchor should be used for the center seating position only Never install two top tethers using the same top tether anchor Do not s...

Page 100: ...per anchor WARNING Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten Buckle any unused safety belts behind the ch...

Page 101: ...restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual 1 1 Find the lower anchors for the desired seating position 1 2 To access the lower anchors in the second row it may help to re...

Page 102: ...the position you are using has a fixed headrest or head restraint and you are using a dual tether route the tether around the headrest or head restraint If the position you are using has a fixed headr...

Page 103: ...rd position whenever possible to minimize contact with the front center airbag When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position study the instructions that came with the child restraint to m...

Page 104: ...tton on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary 4 Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock When the retractor lock is set the shoulder...

Page 105: ...int See Where to Put the Restraint on page 3 43 In addition the vehicle has a passenger sensing system which is designed to turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under certain condition...

Page 106: ...t 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 restraints have a to...

Page 107: ...retractor to make sure the retractor is locked If the retractor is not locked repeat Steps 5 and 6 7 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To check grasp...

Page 108: ...Black plate 56 1 Acadia Acadia Denali Owner Manual 2013 crc2 12 11 12 3 56 Seats and Restraints 2 NOTES...

Page 109: ...his vehicle has an instrument panel storage area To open the cover pull the latch forward This vehicle may have an auxiliary input jack on the faceplate The vehicle may have a USB port located in the...

Page 110: ...he front of the center console armrest to slide it forward and backward To open the armrest storage area press the button on the front of the armrest There is additional storage under the armrest Move...

Page 111: ...Cargo Management System This vehicle has a cargo management system located in the rear To remove the cargo management cover 1 Open the cover It remains open when lifted 2 Pull the cover up making sure...

Page 112: ...other items to the vehicle or the hooks could be damaged Roof Rack System WARNING If something is carried on top of the vehicle that is longer or wider than the roof rack like paneling plywood or a m...

Page 113: ...or loss of cargo when driving check to make sure crossrails and cargo are securely fastened Loading cargo on the roof rack will make the vehicle s center of gravity higher Avoid high speeds sudden st...

Page 114: ...Black plate 6 1 Acadia Acadia Denali Owner Manual 2013 crc2 12 11 12 4 6 Storage 2 NOTES...

Page 115: ...19 Tow Haul Mode Light 5 20 StabiliTrak Indicator Light 5 20 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light 5 20 Tire Pressure Light 5 21 Engine Oil Pressure Light 5 21 Security Light 5 21 High Beam On Ligh...

Page 116: ...Pull the lever down 2 Move the steering wheel up or down 3 Pull or push the steering wheel closer or away from you 4 Push the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place Do not adjust the steering wh...

Page 117: ...end a current call SRCE Source Press to switch between the radio CD and for equipped vehicles front auxiliary rear auxiliary and iPod USB Seek Press to go to the next radio station while in AM FM or S...

Page 118: ...displayed on the Driver Information Center DIC when the washer fluid is low See Washer Fluid Messages on page 5 41 Rear Window Wiper Washer The rear wiper and rear wash button is located on the instru...

Page 119: ...edure Compass Variance Zone Procedure 1 Do not set the compass zone when the vehicle is moving Only set it when the vehicle is in P Park Press the vehicle information button until PRESS V TO CHANGE CO...

Page 120: ...following procedure Compass Calibration Procedure 1 Before calibrating the compass make sure the compass zone is set to the variance zone in which the vehicle is located See Compass Variance Zone Pro...

Page 121: ...area Lift the cover to access the outlet and replace when not in use WARNING Power is always supplied to the outlets Do not leave electrical equipment plugged in when the vehicle is not in use becaus...

Page 122: ...to the outlet If equipment is connected using more than 150 watts or a system fault is detected a protection circuit shuts off the power supply and the indicator light turns off To reset the circuit u...

Page 123: ...ome on when there could be a problem with a vehicle function Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working Gauges can indicate when there could be a probl...

Page 124: ...Black plate 10 1 Acadia Acadia Denali Owner Manual 2013 crc2 12 11 12 5 10 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Shown Metric Similar...

Page 125: ...s not possible it is set at zero and a label is put on the driver door to show the old mileage reading Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Fuel Gauge Metr...

Page 126: ...ank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The gauge goes back to empty when the ignition is turned off Engine Coolant Temperature Gaug...

Page 127: ...eft idling for an extended period If there is a problem with the battery charging system a SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM message will appear in the Driver Information Center DIC and or the charging...

Page 128: ...he warning light and or chime remove the object from the seat or buckle the safety belt Airbag Readiness Light This light shows if there is an electrical problem with the airbag system The system chec...

Page 129: ...If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator it means that the front outboard passenger frontal airbag is allowed to inflate If the word OFF or the off symbol is li...

Page 130: ...ve the vehicle serviced by your dealer See Ignition Positions on page 9 14 If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while the engine is running this indicates that the OBD II system has detected a p...

Page 131: ...vehicle Diagnosis and service might be required The following may correct an emission control system malfunction Check that the fuel cap is fully installed See Filling the Tank on page 9 41 The diagno...

Page 132: ...rmines that critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection This can happen if the 12 volt battery has recently been repla...

Page 133: ...warning light is on Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to a crash If the light is still on after the vehicle has been pulled off the road and carefully stopped have the vehicle to...

Page 134: ...re could be a problem with the StabiliTrak system and the vehicle might need service When this warning light is on the system is off and will not limit wheel spin This light flashes when the StabiliTr...

Page 135: ...s on there may be a problem with the TPMS If the problem is not corrected the light will come on at every ignition cycle See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10 47 Engine Oil Pressure Light Not...

Page 136: ...and one or more of the monitored entry points is not closed The light will stay on if the alarm is arming and all entry points are closed For information regarding this light and the vehicle s securi...

Page 137: ...C display If there is a problem with the system that controls the temperature display the numbers will be replaced with dashes If this occurs have the vehicle serviced The compass will be shown in the...

Page 138: ...maintenance is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual See Maintenance Schedule on page 11 2 for more information Remember you must reset the OIL LIFE display yourself after each oil c...

Page 139: ...NITS displays This display allows you to select between metric or English units of measurement Once in this display press the set reset button to select between METRIC or ENGLISH units All of the vehi...

Page 140: ...riven since the ignition was last turned on This can be used if the trip odometer is not reset at the beginning of the trip To use the retroactive reset feature press and hold the set reset button for...

Page 141: ...y will show the amount of time that has passed since the timer was last reset not including time the ignition is off Time will continue to be counted as long as the ignition is on even if another disp...

Page 142: ...n or CD track It will also display turn by turn navigation information if the vehicle has a navigation radio The images are projected by the HUD lens on the driver side of the instrument panel The lan...

Page 143: ...r radio information is changed The speedometer size is reduced when radio CD information warnings or turn by turn navigation information are displayed on the HUD The HUD control is to the right of the...

Page 144: ...This display includes the information in Format One without the transmission information and the outside air temperature English Metric Format Three This display includes all the information in Forma...

Page 145: ...he HUD Image When the Ignition Is On Is anything covering the HUD lens Is the HUD dimmer setting bright enough Is the HUD image adjusted to the proper height Are you wearing polarized sunglasses If th...

Page 146: ...ment cluster See Charging System Light on page 5 15 Driving with this problem could drain the battery Turn off all unnecessary accessories Have the electrical system checked as soon as possible See yo...

Page 147: ...shifted out of P Park Stop and turn off the vehicle check the door for obstructions and close the door again Check to see if the message still appears on the DIC POWER LIFTGATE OFF This message displ...

Page 148: ...r DIC stop the vehicle as soon as possible Do not increase the engine speed above normal idling speed See Engine Overheating on page 10 16 for more information This message displays and a continuous c...

Page 149: ...ge 10 16 for further information This message also displays when the vehicle s engine power is reduced Reduced engine power can affect the vehicle s ability to accelerate If this message is on but the...

Page 150: ...ystem Messages PARK ASST BLOCKED SEE OWNERS MANUAL This message displays if there is something interfering with the park assist system See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 9 31 for more information P...

Page 151: ...e blocked by mud dirt snow ice or slush This message may also display during heavy rain or due to road spray It may also come on when driving in isolated areas with no guardrails trees or road signs a...

Page 152: ...so you may want to take the vehicle to your dealer before turning off the engine See Immobilizer Operation on page 2 13 for more information THEFT ATTEMPTED This message displays if the content theft...

Page 153: ...ssure on page 10 45 You can receive more than one tire pressure message at a time To read the other messages that may have been sent at the same time press the set reset button or the trip odometer re...

Page 154: ...cle will run in 2WD This could be caused by An electronics problem Worn out or overheated clutch plates Various electrical issues If this message appears stop as soon as possible and turn off the igni...

Page 155: ...reservoir as soon as possible See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 5 for the location of the windshield washer fluid reservoir Also see Washer Fluid on page 10 18 for more information Vehicle Pe...

Page 156: ...in English DISPLAY LANGUAGE This feature allows you to select the language in which the DIC messages will appear Press the customization button until the DISPLAY LANGUAGE screen appears on the DIC dis...

Page 157: ...iver door will unlock when the key is taken out of the ignition DRIVER IN PARK Only the driver door will unlock when the vehicle is shifted into P Park ALL AT KEY OUT All of the doors will unlock when...

Page 158: ...until REMOTE DOOR UNLOCK appears on the DIC display Press the set reset button once to access the settings for this feature Then press the customization button to scroll through the following setting...

Page 159: ...utton to scroll through the following settings OFF The exterior lamps will not turn on 30 SECONDS default The exterior lamps will stay on for 30 seconds 1 MINUTE The exterior lamps will stay on for on...

Page 160: ...at the last known setting To select a setting press the set reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC PARK TILT MIRRORS If your vehicle has this feature it allows you to select w...

Page 161: ...in the seat and steering column will stay in the original exit position unless a memory recall took place prior to removing the key again NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current s...

Page 162: ...main To select a setting press the set reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC FACTORY SETTINGS This feature allows you to set all of the customization features back to their fa...

Page 163: ...icator light next to them in the overhead console This system provides a way to replace up to three remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers security systems an...

Page 164: ...away from the Universal Remote system buttons while keeping the indicator light in view The hand held transmitter was supplied by the manufacturer of the garage door opener receiver motor head unit 2...

Page 165: ...2 to control the garage door and then release it If the garage door does not move or the lamp on the garage door opener receiver motor head unit does not flash press and hold the same button a second...

Page 166: ...al Remote System to complete Universal Remote System Operation Using Universal Remote Press and hold the appropriate Universal Remote button for at least half of a second The indicator light will come...

Page 167: ...n Control 6 5 Courtesy Lamps 6 5 Dome Lamps 6 5 Reading Lamps 6 6 Lighting Features Entry Lighting 6 6 Delayed Entry Lighting 6 6 Delayed Exit Lighting 6 7 Parade Dimming 6 7 Battery Load Management 6...

Page 168: ...rn the high beams on Pull the lever toward you to return to low beams This indicator light turns on in the instrument cluster when the high beam headlamps are on Flash to Pass This feature is used to...

Page 169: ...iod of exterior lighting as you leave the area around the vehicle This feature is activated when the headlamps are on due to the automatic headlamps control feature and when the ignition is turned off...

Page 170: ...burned out Have any burned out bulbs replaced If a bulb is not burned out check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 10 28 Turn Signal On Chime If either one of the turn signals is left on...

Page 171: ...urning the instrument panel brightness control clockwise The reading lamps located on the headliner above the rearview mirror can be turned on or off independently of the automatic courtesy lamps when...

Page 172: ...es a feature called theater dimming With theater dimming the lamps do not turn off at the end of the delay time Instead they slowly dim and then go out The delay time is canceled if the ignition key i...

Page 173: ...ctric 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 battery s state of ch...

Page 174: ...be displayed such as BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE BATTERY VOLTAGE LOW or LOW BATTERY If one of these messages displays it is recommended that the driver reduce the electrical loads as much as possible See Dri...

Page 175: ...troller RAC 7 20 Phone Bluetooth 7 20 Settings Settings 7 28 Trademarks and License Agreements Trademarks and License Agreements 7 30 Introduction Infotainment Read the following pages to become famil...

Page 176: ...a single button or a single voice command for vehicles equipped with phone capability See Defensive Driving on page 9 2 The vehicle has Retained Accessory Power RAP With RAP the audio system can be pl...

Page 177: ...AUX Port 5 PUSH SEL Select 6 D Home Page 7 SRCE Source 8 FAV Favorites Menu 9 SEEK Previous Reverse 10 SEEK Next Forward 11 BACK Operation Infotainment Controls PUSH O Volume Power Press to turn the s...

Page 178: ...to seek to the beginning of the current or previous track 3 CD USB Press and hold to quickly reverse through a track Release the button to return to playing speed See CD Player on page 7 12 and Auxil...

Page 179: ...le is moving and some icons may not be active Now Playing Press to display the active source page The sources available are AM FM XM if equipped CD USB Bluetooth or AUX Input Navigation Press to displ...

Page 180: ...wheel controls can also be used to adjust the volume See Steering Wheel Controls on page 5 2 Audio Source To access AM FM or SiriusXM if equipped do one of the following Press the AM FM or XM if equip...

Page 181: ...tton on the radio or the screen button Seeking a Station Press SEEK or SEEK to search for a station You may also use the on the steering wheel control SWC AM To access the AM menu press the Menu scree...

Page 182: ...HD Radio receiver on or off SiriusXM If Equipped To access the XM Menu press the Menu screen button and the following may display Favorites List Press to display the SiriusXM favorites list XM Channe...

Page 183: ...ach favorite page display on the preset buttons To change the number of favorite pages displayed 1 Press Settings on the Home Page 2 Press Favorite Pages 3 Select the number of pages to display Recall...

Page 184: ...s acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed Channel Off Air This station is not currently in service Channel Unauth This station is blocked or cannot be received Channel Unavail...

Page 185: ...e with radio reception When this happens try reducing the treble on the radio SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service provides digital radio reception Tall buildings or hills...

Page 186: ...se scratched or damaged discs Do not apply labels to discs The labels could get caught in the player Insert only one disc at a time Keep the loading slot free of foreign materials liquids and debris U...

Page 187: ...the following reasons The disc has an invalid or unknown format The disc is very hot Try the disc again when the temperature returns to normal The road is very rough Try the disc again when the road i...

Page 188: ...e list to begin playback Artists Press to view the list of artists stored on the disc Select an artist name to view a list of all songs by the artist There might be a delay before the list displays Se...

Page 189: ...ile System and Naming The song titles artists albums and genres are taken from the file s ID3 tag and are only displayed if present in the tag If a song title is not present in the ID3 tag the radio d...

Page 190: ...ed on the Root Folder menu The Artist menu displays Select an artist from the Artist menu to display a list of albums Albums Select an album from the Albums menu to display a list of songs Select a so...

Page 191: ...p computer MP3 player CD player or cassette tape player to the auxiliary input jack for use as another source for audio listening Drivers are encouraged to set up any auxiliary device while the vehicl...

Page 192: ...lowed For example rear seat passengers can control a CD and listen to it through the headphones while the driver listens to the radio through the front speakers The rear seat passengers have control o...

Page 193: ...a disc press to go to the next track or chapter on the disc Press to go back to the start of the current track or chapter if more than ten seconds have played This function is inactive with some radio...

Page 194: ...ch between the radio AM FM SiriusXM if equipped CD and if the vehicle has these features DVD front auxiliary and rear auxiliary Mute Press this button to silence the system Press this button again or...

Page 195: ...l phones support all functions and not all phones work with the in vehicle Bluetooth system See www gm com bluetooth for more information on compatible phones Voice Recognition The Bluetooth system us...

Page 196: ...the system Only one paired cell phone can be connected to the Bluetooth system at a time If multiple paired cell phones are within range of the system the system connects to the first available paire...

Page 197: ...ones were paired Depending on which cell phone you want to connect to you may have to use this command several times 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds 2 Say Bluetooth 3 Say Change phone If another...

Page 198: ...it heard followed by a tone After the last digit has been entered say Store and then follow the directions given by the system to save a name tag for this number Using the Delete Command 1 Press and...

Page 199: ...e After each digit is entered the system repeats back the digit it heard followed by a tone If an unwanted number is recognized by the system say Clear at any time to clear the last number To hear all...

Page 200: ...Press c x to end a call 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 press b g and then s...

Page 201: ...ven phone system Account numbers can also be stored for use Sending a Number or Name Tag During a Call 1 Press b g The system responds Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Dial 3 Say the number or name tag...

Page 202: ...isplay paired bluetooth devices Voice Recognition Press to display voice recognition options Voice Prompt Volume Press to adjust the prompt volume Prompt Length Press to select short or long prompts F...

Page 203: ...ss OK or the Back screen button to save the adjustments Radio Settings Press the Config button on the Home Page or the CONFIG button on the faceplate to enter the menu options Turn the PUSH SEL knob o...

Page 204: ...ng the or screen button See Rear Vision Camera RVC on page 9 35 Trademarks and License Agreements Manufactured under license under U S Patent s 5 451 942 5 956 674 5 974 380 5 978 762 6 487 535 other...

Page 205: ...s 8 11 Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter 8 12 Climate Control Systems The heating cooling and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with this system 1 Fan Control 2 REAR Rear Climate...

Page 206: ...recirculation and runs the air conditioning unless the outside temperature is less than 4 C 40 F Recirculation cannot be selected while in the defog mode Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows...

Page 207: ...ing also comes on when this mode is activated unless the outside air temperature is less than 4 C 40 F While in recirculation mode the windows can fog when the weather is cold and damp To clear the fo...

Page 208: ...fogger 8 Fan Control 9 Recirculation 10 Air Conditioning Display Function Each time the temperature mode or fan controls are adjusted the climate control display shows that function along with the ins...

Page 209: ...ure setting as necessary The system will remain at the selected setting Choosing the warmest or coolest temperatures does not cause the vehicle to heat or cool more quickly To avoid blowing cold air i...

Page 210: ...panel and floor outlets Some air is directed towards the windshield and side window outlets Cooler air is directed to the upper outlets and warmer air to the floor outlets 6 Floor Air is directed to t...

Page 211: ...loor defog or defrosting modes If recirculation is selected in these modes the indicator flashes three times and turns off The air conditioning compressor also comes on when this mode is activated Whi...

Page 212: ...the vehicle There is also an exterior temperature sensor behind the front grille This sensor reads the outside air temperature and helps maintain the temperature inside the vehicle Any cover on the fr...

Page 213: ...mate control settings It comes on when REAR is pressed Independent Mode This mode directs rear seating airflow according to the settings of the rear controls It comes on when any rear control is adjus...

Page 214: ...also be turned off by pressingC until the fan goes off Sync Mode This mode matches the rear climate control to the front climate control settings It comes on when REAR is pressed Independent Mode This...

Page 215: ...thumbwheel near the outlet to control the amount of airflow or to shut off the airflow Keep all outlets open whenever possible for best system performance Operation Tips Clear away any ice snow or le...

Page 216: ...ox 2 Twist the compartment retainers 1 and pull outward to remove 3 Lower the instrument panel compartment assembly 2 beyond the stops 4 If needed unsnap the instrument panel compartment assembly 2 fr...

Page 217: ...xhaust Engine Exhaust 9 20 Running the Vehicle While Parked 9 21 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission 9 21 Manual Mode 9 23 Tow Haul Mode 9 24 Drive Systems All Wheel Drive 9 25 Brakes Antilo...

Page 218: ...before driving such as programming favorite radio stations and adjusting climate control and seat settings Program all trip information into any navigation device prior to driving Wait until the vehi...

Page 219: ...time Average driver reaction time is about three quarters of a second In that time a vehicle moving at 100 km h 60 mph travels 20 m 66 ft which could be a lot of distance in an emergency Helpful brak...

Page 220: ...urve Tips Take curves at a reasonable speed Reduce speed before entering a curve Maintain a reasonable steady speed through the curve Wait until the vehicle is out of the curve before accelerating gen...

Page 221: ...cording to weather conditions Stopping distance can be longer and vehicle control can be affected when traction is reduced by water snow ice gravel or other material on the road Learn to recognize war...

Page 222: ...ing down other wet weather driving tips include Allow extra following distance Pass with caution Keep windshield wiping equipment in good shape Keep the windshield washer fluid reservoir filled Have g...

Page 223: ...ar accident Pay attention to special road signs falling rocks area winding roads long grades passing or no passing zones and take appropriate action Winter Driving Driving on Snow or Ice Drive careful...

Page 224: ...xide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death If the vehicle is stuck in the snow Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is bloc...

Page 225: ...ing above 56 km h 35 mph Rocking the Vehicle to Get it Out Turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area around the front wheels Turn off any traction system Shift back and forth between R...

Page 226: ...ormation label is attached to the center pillar B pillar The tire and loading information label shows the number of occupant seating positions 1 and the maximum vehicle capacity weight 2 in kilograms...

Page 227: ...sengers in 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 Tha...

Page 228: ...91 kg 200 lbs 5 453 kg 1 000 lbs 3 Available Cargo Weight 0 kg 0 lbs Refer to your vehicle s tire and loading information label for specific information about your vehicle s capacity weight and seatin...

Page 229: ...R This can cause systems to break and change the way the vehicle handles This could cause loss of control and a crash Overloading can also shorten the life of the vehicle Notice Overloading the vehicl...

Page 230: ...uring this time the new brake linings are not yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake l...

Page 231: ...emergency 1 Brake using a firm and steady pressure Do not pump the brakes repeatedly This may deplete power assist requiring increased brake pedal force 2 Shift the vehicle to N Neutral This can be do...

Page 232: ...harging or jump starting the battery See Jump Starting on page 10 68 Starting the Engine Move the shift lever to P Park or N Neutral The engine will not start in any other position To restart the engi...

Page 233: ...riefly but then stops again repeat these steps This clears the extra gasoline from the engine Do not race the engine immediately after starting it Operate the engine and transmission gently until the...

Page 234: ...cle for the best advice on this Retained Accessory Power RAP These vehicle accessories can be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned off Audio System Power Windows Sunroof if equip...

Page 235: ...dal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from P Park without first pushing the button If you can it means that the shift lever was not fully locked in P Park Torque Lock Torque lock is w...

Page 236: ...lever to the desired position If you still cannot move the shift lever from P Park see your dealer Parking over Things That Burn WARNING Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under the ve...

Page 237: ...le with the engine running in an enclosed area such as a garage or a building that has no fresh air ventilation Running the Vehicle While Parked It is better not to park with the engine running If the...

Page 238: ...ake application Then press the shift lever button and move the shift lever into another gear See Shifting out of Park on page 9 19 R Reverse Use this gear to back up Notice Shifting to R Reverse while...

Page 239: ...ld the vehicle on a hill Do not use the accelerator pedal L Low This position gives you access to gear ranges This provides more engine braking but lower fuel economy than D Drive You can use it on ve...

Page 240: ...se control and the Tow Haul mode can be used See Tow Haul Mode following Tow Haul Mode _ Tow Haul The vehicle may have a Tow Haul mode The button is located on the instrument panel under the climate c...

Page 241: ...ht be heard while this test is going on and it might even be noticed that the brake pedal moves a little This is normal If there is a problem with ABS this warning light stays on See Antilock Brake Sy...

Page 242: ...If the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on See Brake System Warning Light on page 5 18 Notice Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause prematur...

Page 243: ...he driver completely stops and holds the vehicle in a complete standstill on a grade HSA will be automatically activated During the transition period between when the driver releases the brake pedal a...

Page 244: ...CONTROL ON message will be displayed if not automatically shut off for any other reason When the traction control system is turned off the appropriate TRACTION CONTROL OFF message will be displayed o...

Page 245: ...er conditions such as heavy acceleration while turning or abrupt upshifts downshifts of the transmission When this happens a reduction in acceleration may be noticed or a noise or vibration may be hea...

Page 246: ...rol light on the instrument cluster comes on after the cruise control has been set to the desired speed 1 Press the I button to turn the cruise control system on 2 Get up to the speed desired 3 Press...

Page 247: ...ed When going downhill you might have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep the vehicle speed down When the brakes are applied the cruise control is disengaged Ending Cruise Control There are thre...

Page 248: ...ystem On and Off The system can be disabled through the Driver Information Center DIC See Park Assist under Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 23 for more information URPA defaults to the on sett...

Page 249: ...n changing lanes may result in injury death or vehicle damage Before making a lane change always check mirrors glance over your shoulder and use the turn signals SBZA Detection Zones The SBZA sensor c...

Page 250: ...occur under normal circumstances and will increase in wet conditions The system does not need to be serviced SBZA is designed to ignore stationary objects however the system may occasionally light up...

Page 251: ...e Radio Frequency Statement on page 13 20 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS GEN 210 220 310 Rear Vision Camera RVC...

Page 252: ...to use the caution symbols See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 9 31 The symbols appear when an object has been detected by the URPA system The symbol may cover the object when viewing the RVC screen...

Page 253: ...differs from the actual distance The following illustrations show the field of view that the camera provides 1 View displayed by the camera 1 View displayed by the camera 2 Corner of the rear bumper W...

Page 254: ...performance we recommend the use of gasoline advertised as TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Look for the TOP TIER label on the fuel pump to ensure gasoline meets enhanced detergency standards developed by...

Page 255: ...indicator lamp may turn on If this occurs see your dealer for service Gasoline Specifications At a minimum gasoline should meet ASTM specification D 4814 Some gasolines contain an octane enhancing ad...

Page 256: ...soline meets enhanced detergency standards developed by the auto companies A list of marketers providing TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline can be found at www toptiergas com For customers who do not use TOP...

Page 257: ...g fuel Keep children away from the fuel pump and never let children pump fuel Fuel can spray out if the fuel cap is opened too quickly This spray can happen if the tank is nearly full and is more like...

Page 258: ...roperly might cause the malfunction indicator lamp to light and could damage the fuel tank and emissions system See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5 16 Filling a Portable Fuel Container WARNING Fi...

Page 259: ...e first 800 km 500 mi trailer towing do not drive over 80 km h 50 mph and do not make starts at full throttle The vehicle can tow in D Drive but M Manual Mode is recommended See Manual Mode on page 9...

Page 260: ...yond the passed vehicle before returning to the lane Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand To move the trailer to the left move your hand to the left To move the trailer to th...

Page 261: ...he overheat warning comes on see Engine Overheating on page 10 16 Parking on Hills WARNING Parking the vehicle on a hill with the trailer attached can be dangerous If something goes wrong the rig coul...

Page 262: ...on page 10 16 Trailer Towing Three important considerations have to do with weight The weight of the trailer The weight of the trailer tongue The total weight on the vehicle s tires Weight of the Tra...

Page 263: ...ent and conversions The GCWR for the vehicle should not be exceeded Ask your dealer for trailering information or advice Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load 1 of any trailer is an important w...

Page 264: ...ese 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 on the Certification label...

Page 265: ...weighs more than 450 kg 1 000 lbs needs to have its own brake system that is adequate for the weight of the trailer Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so they are inst...

Page 266: ...troller are included with the vehicle as part of the trailer wiring package The instrument panel contains blunt cut wires above the parking brake assembly for the electric trailer brake controller The...

Page 267: ...heel Drive 10 22 Starter Switch Check 10 22 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check 10 23 Ignition Transmission Lock Check 10 23 Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 10 23 Wiper Blad...

Page 268: ...parts have one of these marks California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles including this one contain and or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects...

Page 269: ...Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 3 35 Vehicle Checks Doing Your Own Service Work WARNING It can be dangerous to work on your vehicle if you do not have the proper knowledge serv...

Page 270: ...e right 3 After you have partially lifted the hood gas struts will automatically take over to lift and hold the hood in the fully open position Before closing the hood be sure all filler caps are on p...

Page 271: ...Black plate 5 1 Acadia Acadia Denali Owner Manual 2013 crc2 12 11 12 Vehicle Care 10 5 Engine Compartment Overview...

Page 272: ...e Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 10 7 8 Engine Oil Dipstick Out of View See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 10 7 9 Engine Cooling Fans Out of View See Co...

Page 273: ...icle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick handle is a loop See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 5 for the location of the engine oil dipstick Obtaining an accurate oil level reading i...

Page 274: ...commended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 12 Specification Use and ask for licensed engine oils with the dexos1 approved certification mark Engine oils meeting the requirements for the vehicle should...

Page 275: ...at collects used oil Engine Oil Life System When to Change Engine Oil This vehicle has a computer system that indicates when to change the engine oil and filter This is based on a combination of facto...

Page 276: ...Press the vehicle information button until OIL LIFE REMAINING displays 3 Press and hold the set reset button until 100 is displayed Three chimes sound and the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message goes off...

Page 277: ...lightly shake the filter away from vehicle to release loose dust and dirt If the filter remains covered with dirt a new filter is required To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner filter 1 Air Du...

Page 278: ...ak 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 you drive the vehicle Notice Using coolant other than DEX COOL can...

Page 279: ...ature Notice If improper coolant mixture inhibitors or additives are used in the vehicle cooling system the engine could overheat and be damaged Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack engi...

Page 280: ...k WARNING You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine Notice Th...

Page 281: ...rn If a hiss is heard wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left in the system 3 Keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it 4 Fill the radiator to the base of the fil...

Page 282: ...lift the hood when this warning appears but instead get service help right away See Roadside Assistance Program Mexico on page 13 7 or Roadside Assistance Program U S and Canada on page 13 10 If you d...

Page 283: ...ive or L Low If the temperature overheat gauge is no longer in the overheat zone or an overheat warning no longer displays the vehicle can be driven Continue to drive the vehicle slow for about 10 min...

Page 284: ...g Fluid To check the power steering fluid 1 Turn the key off and let the engine compartment cool down 2 Remove the engine cover See Engine Cover on page 10 6 3 Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoi...

Page 285: ...eeze and damage the washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Fill the washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it is very cold This allows for fluid expansion if freezing occurs w...

Page 286: ...for wear Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking The vehi...

Page 287: ...d falls to a low level the brake warning light comes on See Brake System Warning Light on page 5 18 What to Add Use only new DOT 3 brake fluid from a sealed container See Recommended Fluids and Lubric...

Page 288: ...ep the battery from running down Extended Storage Remove the black negative cable from the battery or use a battery trickle charger All Wheel Drive Transfer case fluid does not require checking unless...

Page 289: ...nition Transmission Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the ignition to LOCK OFF in each shift lever position The ignition should turn to LOCK OFF only when the shift le...

Page 290: ...iper blade assembly 1 Pull the windshield wiper assembly away from the windshield 2 Squeeze the tabs on each side of the wiper blade assembly and slide the assembly off the end of the wiper arm 3 Inst...

Page 291: ...r arm and blade assembly to the rest position on the glass Windshield Replacement The vehicle is equipped with an acoustic windshield If you ever have to have the windshield replaced be sure to get an...

Page 292: ...bly contact your dealer License Plate Lamp To replace one of these bulbs 1 Remove the two push pins holding each of the license plate lamps to the liftgate trim by unscrewing them 2 Turn and pull the...

Page 293: ...e chance of circuit overload and fire caused by electrical problems Fuses and circuit breakers protect power devices in the vehicle Replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating I...

Page 294: ...se Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating Fuses of the same amperage can be temporarily borrowed from another fuse location if a fuse goes out Replace the fuse...

Page 295: ...of the fuses relays and features shown Fuses Usage A C CLTCH Air Conditioning Clutch ABS MTR Antilock Brake System ABS Motor AFS Adaptive Forward Lighting System AIRBAG Airbag System AUX POWER Auxili...

Page 296: ...p LT LO BEAM Left Low Beam Headlamp LT PRK Left Parking Lamp LT TRLR STOP TRN Trailer Left Stoplamp and Turn Signal ODD COILS Odd Injector Coils PCM IGN Powertrain Control Module Ignition PWR L GATE P...

Page 297: ...g Fan 1 FAN 2 Cooling Fan 2 FAN 3 Cooling Fan 3 Relays Usage HDLP WASH CHINA FOG LAMP GMC Headlamp Washer China Fog Lamps GMC HI BEAM High Beam Headlamps HID LO BEAM High Intensity Discharge HID Low B...

Page 298: ...h all of the fuses relays and features shown Fuses Usage A C CLTCH Air Conditioning Clutch ABS MTR Antilock Brake System ABS Motor AIRBAG Airbag System AUX POWER Auxiliary Power AUX VAC PUMP Auxiliary...

Page 299: ...mp LT PRK Left Parking Lamp LT TRLR STOP TRN Trailer Left Stoplamp and Turn Signal ODD COILS Odd Injector Coils PCM IGN Powertrain Control Module Ignition PWR L GATE Power Liftgate PWR OUTLET Power Ou...

Page 300: ...EAM High Beam Headlamps LT DRL Left Daytime Running Lamp HORN Horn Relays Usage IGN Ignition Main LT TRLR STOP TRN Trailer Left Stoplamp and Turn Signal Lamp PRK LAMP Parking Lamp PWR TRN Powertrain R...

Page 301: ...MP Amplifier BCK UP STOP Back up Lamp Stoplamp BCM Body Control Module CNSTR VENT Canister Vent CTSY Courtesy Lamps DR LCK Door Locks Fuses Usage DRL LO BEAM Daytime Running Lamps Relay Low Beam Headl...

Page 302: ...age Door Opener RT TRN SIG Passenger Side Turn Signal STR WHL ILLUM Steering Wheel Illumination Relay Side Relays Usage LT PWR SEAT Driver Side Power Seat Relay RT PWR SEAT Passenger Side Power Seat R...

Page 303: ...tire manufacturer WARNING Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous Overloading the tires can cause overheating as a result of too much flexing There could be a blowout Continued WARNI...

Page 304: ...ires can be identified by the last two characters of this TPC code which will be MS Consider installing winter tires on the vehicle if frequent driving on snow or ice covered roads is expected All sea...

Page 305: ...ng in cold temperatures or on snow or ice covered roads is expected See Winter Tires on page 10 38 Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into its sidewall The examples show...

Page 306: ...ne side may have the date of manufacture 5 Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread 6 Uniform Tire Quality Grading UTQG Tire manufacturers are require...

Page 307: ...ssure and inflation see Tire Pressure on page 10 45 6 Tire Size A combination of letters and numbers define a tire s width height aspect ratio construction type and service description The letter T as...

Page 308: ...ogy and Definitions Air Pressure The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire Air pressure is expressed in kPa kilopascal or psi pounds per square inch Accessory...

Page 309: ...a vehicle Kilopascal kPa The metric unit for air pressure Light Truck LT Metric Tire A tire used on light duty trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles Load Index An assigned number ranging fro...

Page 310: ...ion between the tire and the road surface The amount of grip provided Tread The portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road Treadwear Indicators Narrow bands sometimes called wear bars tha...

Page 311: ...ire inflation pressures The recommended pressure is the minimum air pressure needed to support the vehicle s maximum load carrying capacity See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 9 How the vehicle is loade...

Page 312: ...d safety feature your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under inflated...

Page 313: ...sembly excluding the spare tire and wheel assembly if the vehicle has one The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in the tires and transmits the tire pressure readings to a receiver located in the v...

Page 314: ...ut one minute and then stays on for the remainder of the ignition cycle A DIC warning message displays The malfunction light and DIC warning message come on at each ignition cycle until the problem is...

Page 315: ...ool There are two minutes to match 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...

Page 316: ...ed deep enough to show cord or fabric The tire has a bump bulge or split The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that cannot be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage Tire Rot...

Page 317: ...s where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In 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 Lightly coat the center of the wheel...

Page 318: ...ded period can cause flat spots on the tires that may result in vibrations while driving When storing a vehicle for at least a month remove the tires or raise the vehicle to reduce the weight from the...

Page 319: ...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 in a crash or other vehicl...

Page 320: ...and safety if tires not recommended for those wheels are selected This increases the chance of a crash and serious injury Only use GM specific wheel and tire systems developed for the vehicle and hav...

Page 321: ...driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction AA A B C The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C Those grades represent the tire s ab...

Page 322: ...agnosis Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent cracked or badly rusted or corroded If wheel nuts keep coming loose the wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced If the wheel leaks...

Page 323: ...To avoid vehicle damage drive slow and readjust or remove the traction device if it contacts the vehicle Do not spin the wheels If traction devices are used install them on the front tires If a Tire...

Page 324: ...t is used for anything else you or others could be badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips off the jack If a jack is provided with the vehicle only use it for changing a flat tire If a tire goes...

Page 325: ...ted in the storage compartment on the driver side at the rear of the vehicle 1 Tool Bag 2 Wing Bolt 3 Jack 1 Open the jack storage compartment by pulling on the latch tab located toward the rear of th...

Page 326: ...ough the hole of the storage compartment 3 Attach the wrench 2 into the hoist shaft 4 4 Turn the wrench 2 counterclockwise to lower the spare tire 5 to the ground Continue turning the wrench until the...

Page 327: ...If the vehicle has aluminum wheels remove the wheel nut caps using the wheel wrench 3 Loosen the wheel nuts but do not remove them using the wrench For wheels with a wheel lock key use the wheel lock...

Page 328: ...angerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack WARNING Raising the vehicle with the jack improperly posit...

Page 329: ...ockwise until the wheel is held against the mounting surface Make sure the rounded end is toward the wheel 13 Lower the vehicle by attaching the wrench to the jack and turning the wrench counterclockw...

Page 330: ...ehicle If this happened when the vehicle was being driven the tire might contact a person or another vehicle causing injury and damage to itself Be sure the underbody mounted spare tire is stored with...

Page 331: ...til you feel more than two clicks This indicates that the compact spare tire is secure and the cable is tight The spare tire hoist cannot be overtightened 6 Make sure the tire is stored securely Push...

Page 332: ...ate hinges 2 6 Hook the other end of the cable onto the outside portion of the liftgate hinge on the other side of the vehicle 7 Pull on the cable to make sure it is secure 8 Make sure the metal tube...

Page 333: ...nly one compact spare tire at a time If this vehicle has a compact spare tire it was fully inflated when new however it can lose air over time Check the inflation pressure regularly It should be 420 k...

Page 334: ...and some jumper cables to start your vehicle Be sure to use the following steps to do it safely WARNING Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous because They contain acid that can burn you They c...

Page 335: ...3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or the accessory power outlets Turn off the radio and all lamps that are not needed This will...

Page 336: ...ve or you will get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too And do not connect the negative cable to the negative terminal on the dead battery because this can cause sparks 6 Co...

Page 337: ...bles do not touch each other or other metal Jumper Cable Removal Reverse the sequence exactly when removing the jumper cables Towing Towing the Vehicle Notice Incorrectly towing a disabled vehicle may...

Page 338: ...at is the towing capacity of the towing vehicle Be sure to read the tow vehicle manufacturer s recommendations What is the distance that will be travelled Some vehicles have restrictions on how far an...

Page 339: ...at on the floor Also remove the 50 amp BATT1 fuse from the underhood fuse block and store all fuses in a safe location See Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 10 28 7 Release the parking brake Notic...

Page 340: ...off of the ground or dinghy towed from the front Dolly Towing Front Wheel Drive Vehicles Only To tow a front wheel drive vehicle from the front with two wheels on the ground 1 Put the front wheels on...

Page 341: ...rts If damage occurs it would not be covered by the vehicle s warranty Approved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer Follow all manufacturer directions regarding correct product usage ne...

Page 342: ...ecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Regularly clean bright metal parts with water or chrome polish on chrome or stainless steel trim if necessary For aluminum never use auto or chrome polish steam or c...

Page 343: ...t contain acid on aluminum or chrome plated wheels Use only approved cleaners Also never drive a vehicle with aluminum or chrome plated wheels through an automatic car wash that uses silicone carbide...

Page 344: ...or Use a soft bristle brush to remove dust from knobs and crevices on the instrument cluster Using a mild soap solution immediately remove hand lotions sunscreen and insect repellent from all interior...

Page 345: ...eld with water during the first three to six months of ownership will reduce tendency to fog Speaker Covers Vacuum around a speaker cover gently so that the speaker will not be damaged Clean spots wit...

Page 346: ...pe surfaces Before wiping the surface with the microfiber cloth use a soft bristle brush to remove dirt that could scratch the surface Then use the microfiber cloth by gently rubbing to clean Never us...

Page 347: ...ely weaken them In a crash they might not be able to provide adequate protection Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water Floor Mats WARNING If a floor mat is the wrong size or is not...

Page 348: ...e the floor mat is properly secured and verify that it does not interfere with the pedals Knob Retainer Floor mats with a knob retainer Removing and Replacing the Floor Mat 1 Turn the knob until it is...

Page 349: ...cians who can perform required maintenance using genuine replacement parts They have up to date tools and equipment for fast and accurate diagnostics Many dealers have extended evening and Saturday ho...

Page 350: ...or competitive driving Used for taxi police or delivery service Refer to the information in the Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services Severe chart WARNING Performing maintenance work can...

Page 351: ...2 Check windshield washer fluid level See Washer Fluid on page 10 18 Visually inspect windshield wiper blades for wear cracking or contamination See Exterior Care on page 10 75 Replace worn or damaged...

Page 352: ...brake and automatic transmission park mechanism See Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check on page 10 23 Check accelerator pedal for damage high effort or binding Replace if needed Visually inspect gas...

Page 353: ...Black plate 5 1 Acadia Acadia Denali Owner Manual 2013 crc2 12 11 12 Service and Maintenance 11 5...

Page 354: ...a reduction in air flow excessive window fogging or odors 2 Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook up routing and condition 3 Or every four years whichever comes first 4 Do not direc...

Page 355: ...Black plate 7 1 Acadia Acadia Denali Owner Manual 2013 crc2 12 11 12 Service and Maintenance 11 7...

Page 356: ...ines and hoses for proper hook up routing and condition 3 Or every four years whichever comes first 4 Do not directly power wash the transfer case output seals High pressure water can overcome the sea...

Page 357: ...intain a battery with full cranking power Trained dealer technicians have the diagnostic equipment to test the battery and ensure that the connections and cables are corrosion free Belts Belts may nee...

Page 358: ...tance or uneven tire wear As part of the multi point inspection trained dealer technicians can visually inspect the shocks and struts for signs of leaking blown seals or damage and can advise when ser...

Page 359: ...equipment to ensure proper wheel alignment Windshield For safety appearance and the best viewing keep the windshield clean and clear Signs of damage include scratches cracks and chips Trained dealer...

Page 360: ...nly DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 10 12 Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid GM Part No 19299818 in Canada 19299819 Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid tha...

Page 361: ...10953474 Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Lubricant GM Part No 3634770 in Canada 10953518 or Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No 12345579 in Canada 10953481 Maintenance Replacement Parts Repl...

Page 362: ...e and Maintenance Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed record the date odometer reading who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided Ret...

Page 363: ...Black plate 15 1 Acadia Acadia Denali Owner Manual 2013 crc2 12 11 12 Service and Maintenance 11 15 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed...

Page 364: ...Black plate 16 1 Acadia Acadia Denali Owner Manual 2013 crc2 12 11 12 11 16 Service and Maintenance Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed...

Page 365: ...h the windshield 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 VI...

Page 366: ...tioning system refrigerant type and charge amount see the refrigerant label under the hood See your dealer for more information Cooling System 10 8 L 11 4 qt Engine Oil with Filter 6 0 L 6 4 qt Fuel T...

Page 367: ...plate 3 1 Acadia Acadia Denali Owner Manual 2013 crc2 12 11 12 Technical Data 12 3 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 3 6L V6 Engine D Automatic 0 95 1 10 mm 0 037 0 04...

Page 368: ...Black plate 4 1 Acadia Acadia Denali Owner Manual 2013 crc2 12 11 12 12 4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing...

Page 369: ...ance Program Mexico 13 7 Roadside Assistance Program U S and Canada 13 10 Scheduling Service Appointments U S and Canada 13 12 Courtesy Transportation Program U S and Canada 13 13 Collision Damage Rep...

Page 370: ...courage 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 N...

Page 371: ...Limited wants you to be aware of its participation in a no charge Mediation Arbitration Program General Motors of Canada Limited has committed to binding arbitration of owner disputes involving facto...

Page 372: ...ns we suggest the following steps STEP ONE Explain your case to your dealer service agent service manager dealer sales agent or sales manager depending on your case Make sure that they have all necess...

Page 373: ...CA1 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 www gmc ca 1 800 263 3777 English 1 800 263 7854 French 1 800 263 3830 For Text Telephone Devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 268 6800 All...

Page 374: ...nts I Service History View printable dealer recorded service records and self recorded service records D Preferred Dealer Information Select a preferred dealer and view dealer location maps phone numb...

Page 375: ...able at no cost under the terms and conditions of the program The Roadside Assistance program is not part of or included in the coverage provided by the new vehicle limited warranty Roadside Assistanc...

Page 376: ...le is in another city outside of your residence Roadside Assistance is limited to moving the vehicle to the nearest dealer If you would like the vehicle moved to a different dealer you will be asked t...

Page 377: ...ransportation for Vehicle Pick Up Transportation to pick up your vehicle after repairs are complete Once the dealer has reported that the vehicle has been repaired Roadside Assistance will provide bus...

Page 378: ...tacting Roadside Assistance Roadside Assistance services are of no cost to you and available 24 hours a day 365 days a year Costs are only incurred in situations that exceed the limits of the program...

Page 379: ...cy Fuel Delivery Delivery of enough fuel for the vehicle to get to the nearest service station Lock Out Service Service to unlock the vehicle if you are locked out A remote unlock may be available if...

Page 380: ...arrangements and explain 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...

Page 381: ...ers may provide shuttle service to get you to your destination with minimal interruption of your daily schedule This includes one way or round trip shuttle service within reasonable time and distance...

Page 382: ...icle resale value and safety performance can be compromised in subsequent collisions Collision Parts Genuine GM Collision parts are new parts made with the same materials and construction methods as t...

Page 383: ...at the vehicle will be repaired with GM original equipment collision parts If such insurance coverage is not available from your current insurance carrier consider switching to another insurance carri...

Page 384: ...ss this with the repair professional and insist on Genuine GM parts Remember if the vehicle is leased you may be obligated to have the vehicle repaired with Genuine GM parts even if your insurance cov...

Page 385: ...tion Customer Service 47911 Halyard Drive Plymouth MI 48170 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation Allow ample time for delivery All listed prices are quoted in U...

Page 386: ...that the vehicle has a safety defect notify Transport Canada immediately and notify General Motors of Canada Limited Call Transport Canada at 1 800 333 0510 or write to Transport Canada Road Safety B...

Page 387: ...designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time typically 30 seconds or less The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as How various sy...

Page 388: ...stem use of the system may result in the storage of destinations addresses telephone numbers and other trip information See the infotainment manual for information on stored data and for deletion inst...

Page 389: ...xt to the OnStar buttons If the status light is Solid Green System is ready Flashing Green On a call Red Indicates a problem Press Q or call 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 to speak to an Advisor Press...

Page 390: ...assistance in emergency situations before first responders arrive Security OnStar provides services like Stolen Vehicle Assistance Remote Ignition Block and Roadside Assistance if the vehicle is equip...

Page 391: ...ith address and the distance to the destination then responds with OnStar ready then a tone 3 Say Goodbye Exits voice commands Other Navigation Services Available from OnStar OnStar eNav Allows subscr...

Page 392: ...ss System responds OnStar ready 2 Say My number System responds Your OnStar Hands Free Calling number is End a Call Press System responds Call ended Store a Name Tag for Speed Dialing 1 Press System r...

Page 393: ...he Advisor can assist in canceling or removing account information If OnStar receives information that vehicle ownership has changed OnStar may send a voice message to the vehicle requesting updated a...

Page 394: ...and architecture of the vehicle damage to the vehicle in a crash or wireless phone network congestion or jamming See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13 20 for information regarding Part 15 of the Fe...

Page 395: ...cess to the vehicle Global Positioning System GPS Obstruction of the GPS can occur in a large city with tall buildings in parking garages around airports in tunnels underpasses or parking garages or i...

Page 396: ...without consent OnStar libcurl and unzip acknowledgments Certain OnStar components include libcurl and unzip software Below are the notices and licenses associated with this software libcurl COPYRIGHT...

Page 397: ...of or inability to use this software Permission is granted to anyone to use this software for any purpose including commercial applications and to alter it and redistribute it freely subject to the fo...

Page 398: ...plicit permission of Info ZIP Such altered versions are further prohibited from misrepresentative use of the Zip Bugs or Info ZIP e mail addresses or of the Info ZIP URL s 4 Info ZIP retains the right...

Page 399: ...he Airbags 3 25 Airbags Adding Equipment to the Vehicle 3 35 Passenger Status Indicator 5 15 Readiness Light 5 14 Servicing Airbag Equipped Vehicles 3 34 System Check 3 23 Alarm Vehicle Security 2 11...

Page 400: ...ments 10 2 Warning 10 2 Camera Rear Vision 9 35 Canadian Vehicle Owners iii Capacities and Specifications 12 2 Carbon Monoxide Engine Exhaust 9 20 Liftgate 2 8 Winter Driving 9 7 Cargo Cover 4 3 Manag...

Page 401: ...Customer Satisfaction Procedure 13 2 13 4 D Damage Repair Collision 13 14 Danger Warnings and Cautions iii Data Recorders Event 13 19 Daytime Running Lamps Automatic Headlamp System 6 2 Defensive Driv...

Page 402: ...0 Cooling System 10 12 Cooling System Messages 5 33 Cover 10 6 Drive Belt Routing 12 4 Exhaust 9 20 Heater 9 17 Oil Life System 10 9 Oil Messages 5 34 Overheated Protection Operating Mode 10 17 Overhe...

Page 403: ...dometer 5 11 Tachometer 5 11 Voltmeter 5 13 Warning Lights and Indicators 5 9 General Information Service and Maintenance 11 1 Towing 9 43 Vehicle Care 10 2 Glove Box 4 1 GM Mobility Reimbursement Pro...

Page 404: ...6 Lap Shoulder Belt 3 16 LATCH System Replacing Parts after a Crash 3 51 LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 3 44 LED Lighting 10 26 Liftgate Carbon Monoxide 2 8 Lighting Delayed Entry 6 6 De...

Page 405: ...Fuel System 5 35 Key and Lock 5 36 Lamp 5 36 Object Detection System 5 36 Ride Control System 5 37 Security 5 38 Service Vehicle 5 38 Tire 5 39 Transmission 5 40 Vehicle 5 31 Vehicle Reminder 5 41 Ve...

Page 406: ...stem 7 3 P Parade Dimming 6 7 Park Shifting Into 9 18 Shifting Out of 9 19 Tilt Mirrors 2 17 Parking Assist Ultrasonic 9 31 Brake 9 26 Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 10 23 Over Things That Burn 9 20...

Page 407: ...ogram GM Mobility 13 7 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System 2 2 Remote Vehicle Start 2 4 Replacement Bulbs 10 26 Replacement Parts Airbags 3 36 Maintenance 11 13 Replacing Airbag System 3 36 Replacing LATC...

Page 408: ...cords 11 14 Maintenance General Information 11 1 Parts Identification Label 12 1 Publications Ordering Information 13 16 Scheduling Appointments 13 12 Vehicle Messages 5 38 Servicing the Airbag 3 34 S...

Page 409: ...orm Tire Quality Grading 10 54 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 10 56 Wheel Replacement 10 56 When It Is Time for New Tires 10 51 Winter 10 38 Tow Haul Mode 9 24 Tow Haul Mode Light 5 20 Towing Drivin...

Page 410: ...Light 5 18 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 5 9 Warnings iii Cautions and Danger iii Hazard Flashers 6 3 Washer Fluid 10 18 Messages 5 41 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 10 56 Different Size 10...

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