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Black plate (19,1)

GMC Sierra Owner Manual - 2013 - crc - 8/14/12

In Brief

1-19

9

:

Turns the windshield

wipers off.

6

:

Turn the band up for more

frequent wipes or down for less
frequent wipes.

w

:

Slow wipes.

1

:

Fast wipes.

L

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Push the paddle at the top of

the lever to spray washer fluid on
the windshield.

See

Windshield Wiper/Washer on

page 5

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4

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Climate Controls

These systems control the heating, cooling, and ventilation.

Climate Control System (With Air Conditioning)

A. Fan Control

B. Temperature Control

C. Air Delivery Mode Control

D. Air Conditioning

E. Outside Air

F.

Air Recirculation

G. Rear Window Defogger

Summary of Contents for 2013 GMC Sierra

Page 1: ...Messages 5 37 Vehicle Personalization 5 46 Universal Remote System 5 54 Lighting 6 1 Exterior Lighting 6 1 Interior Lighting 6 7 Lighting Features 6 8 Infotainment System 7 1 Introduction 7 1 Radio 7...

Page 2: ...ices 11 8 Additional Maintenance and Care 11 9 Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Parts 11 12 Maintenance Records 11 16 Technical Data 12 1 Vehicle Identification 12 1 Vehicle Data 12 2 Customer Inform...

Page 3: ...a Limited for GMC Division wherever it appears in this manual If the vehicle has the Duramax diesel engine see the Duramax diesel supplement for additional and specific information on this engine If t...

Page 4: ...omething that could result in property or vehicle damage This would not be covered by the vehicle s warranty A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means Do Not Do not do this or Do...

Page 5: ...Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar Brake System Warning Light Charging System I Cruise Control B Engine Coolant Temperature O Exterior Lamps Fog Lamps Fuel Gauge Fuses 3 Headlamp High Low Beam Ch...

Page 6: ...Black plate 6 1 GMC Sierra Owner Manual 2013 crc 8 14 12 vi Introduction 2 NOTES I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 7: ...Brake Pedal Adjustment 1 17 Interior Lighting 1 17 Exterior Lighting 1 18 Windshield Wiper Washer 1 18 Climate Controls 1 19 Transmission 1 21 Four Wheel Drive 1 22 Vehicle Features Radio s 1 24 Sate...

Page 8: ...Black plate 2 1 GMC Sierra Owner Manual 2013 crc 8 14 12 1 2 In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Base Uplevel Version I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 9: ...ler If Equipped See Trailer Towing on page 9 73 J Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6 1 K Data Link Connector DLC Out of View See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5 21 L Hood Release See Hood on page 1...

Page 10: ...te Control Systems with Heater Only on page 8 4 If Equipped Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8 5 If Equipped X Power Take Off PTO Control If Equipped See Power Take Off PTO in the Duramax...

Page 11: ...Black plate 5 1 GMC Sierra Owner Manual 2013 crc 8 14 12 In Brief 1 5 Instrument Panel Premium Version I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 12: ...grated Trailer Brake Controller If Equipped See Trailer Towing on page 9 73 K Dome Lamps on page 6 7 L Automatic Transfer Case Control If Equipped See Four Wheel Drive on page 10 28 M Data Link Connec...

Page 13: ...section provides a brief overview about some of the important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle For more detailed information refer to each of the features which can be found la...

Page 14: ...as long as the engine is running The doors will be locked and the climate control system may come on The engine will continue to run for 10 minutes Repeat the steps for a 10 minute time extension Rem...

Page 15: ...ks on page 2 7 Windows Manual Windows Turn the hand crank on each door to manually raise or lower the manual windows Power Windows Crew Cab Premium Trim Shown Other Models Similar The driver door has...

Page 16: ...n the window Pull the switch to close the window The power sliding rear window cannot be operated manually Seat Adjustment Manual Seats To adjust the seat 1 Lift the bar to unlock the seat 2 Slide the...

Page 17: ...ower Lumbar To adjust the power lumbar support if equipped On vehicles with two way lumbar press and hold the top or bottom of the control to increase or decrease lumbar support On vehicles with four...

Page 18: ...d pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked See Reclining Seatbacks on page 3 5 Power Reclining Seatbacks To adjust a power seatback if equipped Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline Ti...

Page 19: ...t setting and one for the lowest See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats on page 3 8 Head Restraint Adjustment Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properl...

Page 20: ...f switch the vehicle does not have a passenger sensing system See Airbag On Off Switch on page 3 28 for more information The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the overhead console w...

Page 21: ...e of the four arrows located on the control pad to move the mirror in the desired direction 3 Adjust each outside mirror so that a little of the vehicle and the area behind it can be seen See Power Mi...

Page 22: ...ver view the curb when parallel parking The mirrors return to the original position when the vehicle is shifted out of R Reverse or the ignition is turned off or to OFF LOCK This feature can be progra...

Page 23: ...rake Pedal on page 9 23 Interior Lighting Dome Lamps The dome lamps are located in the overhead console They come on when any door is opened and turn off after all the doors are closed Turn the instru...

Page 24: ...the off position will only work when the vehicle is shifted into P Park AUTO Automatically turns on the headlamps parking lamps taillamps instrument panel lights roof marker lamps if equipped and lic...

Page 25: ...the paddle at the top of the lever to spray washer fluid on the windshield See Windshield Wiper Washer on page 5 4 Climate Controls These systems control the heating cooling and ventilation Climate Co...

Page 26: ...Brief Climate Control System With Heater Only A Fan Control B Temperature Control C Air Delivery Mode Control See Climate Control Systems with Air Conditioning on page 8 1 or Climate Control Systems w...

Page 27: ...ing on page 8 1 or Climate Control Systems with Heater Only on page 8 4 or Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8 5 If Equipped Transmission Range Selection Mode The Range Selection Mode swit...

Page 28: ...Mode is active See Tow Haul Mode on page 9 37 Four Wheel Drive If the vehicle has Four Wheel Drive you can send the engine s driving power to all four wheels for extra traction Transfer Case Buttons...

Page 29: ...e when road surface traction conditions are variable 4 m Four Wheel High Use the Four Wheel Drive High position when extra traction is needed such as on snowy or icy roads or in most off road situatio...

Page 30: ...display between the radio station frequency and the time While the ignition is off press this button to display the time Press to display additional text information related to the current FM RDS or S...

Page 31: ...ss the softkey located under any one of the labels to be changed 4 To increase or decrease the time or date turn f clockwise or counter clockwise For detailed instructions on setting the clock for the...

Page 32: ...wheel w Press to go to the next favorite radio station track on a CD or folder on an iPod or USB device c x Press to go to the previous favorite radio station track on a CD or folder on an iPod or US...

Page 33: ...nformation on the radio audio players and navigation system The navigation system provides detailed maps of most major freeways and roads After a destination has been set the system provides turn by t...

Page 34: ...e information see Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 28 Vehicle Customization Some vehicle features can be programmed by using the DIC buttons next to the steering wheel These features include La...

Page 35: ...utlets are powered even when the ignition is in LOCK OFF Continuing to use power outlets while the ignition is in LOCK OFF may cause the vehicle s battery to run down See Power Outlets on page 5 9 Uni...

Page 36: ...sed to block the rays of the sun To open the sunshade press and unlatch it and roll it back To close pull it forward and latch it into the closed position See Sunroof Crew Cab on page 2 21 or Sunroof...

Page 37: ...ms turn on automatically every time the vehicle is started To turn off traction control press and release g on the instrument panel The appropriate DIC message displays See Ride Control System Message...

Page 38: ...the Engine Oil Life System on most vehicles 1 Display OIL LIFE REMAINING on the DIC If the vehicle does not have DIC buttons the vehicle must be in P Park to access this display 2 Press and hold the...

Page 39: ...ended scheduled maintenance Roadside Assistance Program U S 1 888 881 3302 TTY Users U S Only 1 888 889 2438 Canada 1 800 268 6800 Mexico 01 800 466 0801 As the owner of a new GMC you are automaticall...

Page 40: ...Black plate 34 1 GMC Sierra Owner Manual 2013 crc 8 14 12 1 34 In Brief 2 NOTES I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 41: ...Mirrors 2 13 Power Mirrors 2 14 Folding Mirrors 2 15 Heated Mirrors 2 16 Park Tilt Mirrors 2 16 Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror 2 16 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 2 17 Windows Windows 2 1...

Page 42: ...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 If there is a decrease...

Page 43: ...ain within three seconds all remaining doors unlock The interior lamps may come on and stay on for 20 seconds or until the ignition is turned on If enabled through the DIC the turn signal lamps flash...

Page 44: ...a flat thin object such as a flat head screwdriver Carefully insert the tool into the notch located along the parting line of the transmitter Do not insert the tool too far Stop as soon as resistance...

Page 45: ...ation Remote Start This button will be on the RKE transmitter if the vehicle has remote start To start the vehicle using the remote start feature 1 Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle 2 Press and r...

Page 46: ...ture it may have the remote start ready feature This feature allows your dealer to add the manufacturer s remote vehicle start feature See your dealer to add the manufacturer s remote vehicle start fe...

Page 47: ...e doors with the power lock switch and a door is open the doors will lock five seconds after the last door is closed You will hear three chimes to signal that the delayed locking feature is in use Pre...

Page 48: ...icle has rear door security locks to prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside Open the rear doors to access the security locks on the inside edge of each door To set the locks in...

Page 49: ...people to ride on the tailgate Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly On vehicles with a lock on the tailgate use the key to lock or unlock the tailgate Open th...

Page 50: ...errent alarm system This is the security light To arm the theft deterrent system 1 Open the door 2 Lock the door with the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter The security light should flash If the de...

Page 51: ...the alarm does not sound when it should but the headlamps flash check to see if the horn works The horn fuse may be blown To replace the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 10 39 If the alarm...

Page 52: ...al keys only If all the currently programmed keys are lost or do not operate you must see your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS Key III to have keys made and programmed to the system See you...

Page 53: ...mirror up and down or left to right to see a little of the side of the vehicle and have a clear view behind the vehicle Using hood mounted air deflectors and add on convex mirror attachments could dec...

Page 54: ...rror The mirrors may also include a memory function that works with the memory seats See Memory Seats on page 3 6 for more information Crew Cab Up Level Trim without Power Folding Mirrors 1 Move the s...

Page 55: ...unfold the mirrors one time using the mirror controls to reset them to their normal position A popping noise may be heard during the resetting of the power folding mirrors This sound is normal after a...

Page 56: ...e vehicle is in R Reverse This feature lets the driver view the curb when parallel parking The mirror s return to the original position when the vehicle is shifted out of R Reverse or the ignition is...

Page 57: ...Rear Vision Camera RVC on page 9 60 If the vehicle has a RVC the O button for turning the dimming feature on or off will not be available Vehicles with OnStar have three additional control buttons lo...

Page 58: ...page 2 1 Crew Cab Premium Trim Shown Other Models Similar The driver door has a switch to control all windows Each passenger door has a switch to control that window The power windows only work when...

Page 59: ...ckout feature is engaged and will go off when disengaged Rear Windows Power Sliding Rear Window If equipped the power sliding rear window works when the ignition has been turned to ACC ACCESSORY or ON...

Page 60: ...second detent and release The sunroof will move to the full open position To stop the sunroof partway press the switch a second time Close From the vent or open position press and hold the front of th...

Page 61: ...lease the rear of the driver side switch A until the sunroof reaches the desired position To express close the sunroof fully press and release the front of the driver side switch Press the switch agai...

Page 62: ...Black plate 22 1 GMC Sierra Owner Manual 2013 crc 8 14 12 2 22 Keys Doors and Windows 2 NOTES I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 63: ...after a Crash 3 20 Airbag System Airbag System 3 20 Where Are the Airbags 3 22 When Should an Airbag Inflate 3 24 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 3 26 How Does an Airbag Restrain 3 26 What Will You See a...

Page 64: ...st 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 The height of the head restr...

Page 65: ...try to adjust a driver seat while the vehicle is moving Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving To adjust the seat 1 Lift the bar under the front edge of the seat cushion to unlock...

Page 66: ...ng the entire control up or down To adjust the seatback see Power Reclining Seatbacks under Reclining Seatbacks on page 3 5 Lumbar Adjustment Manual Lumbar If equipped increase or decrease manual lumb...

Page 67: ...ck or other injuries The lap belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Continued WARNING Continued For prope...

Page 68: ...t 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 Reclini...

Page 69: ...ide mirrors and adjustable pedals if equipped will move to the memory position associated with the transmitter used to unlock the vehicle This feature can be turned on or off using the vehicle persona...

Page 70: ...Seats WARNING If you cannot feel 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 hea...

Page 71: ...press the desired button again Remote Start Heated Seats When it is cold outside the heated seats may turn on automatically during a remote vehicle start The heated seats will be canceled when the ig...

Page 72: ...ays check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted Rear Seats All Split Bench and Hybrid Full Bench Folding Rear Seat Either side of the rear seat can be f...

Page 73: ...go area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision passengers riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow passengers to ride in any area of the vehicle that...

Page 74: ...y 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 If a child will be ridin...

Page 75: ...except for the center front passenger position if equipped which has a lap belt See Lap Belt Crew and Extended Cab on page 3 18 for more information The following instructions explain how to wear a l...

Page 76: ...ough see Safety Belt Extender on page 3 19 If the latch plate will not go fully into the buckle check if the correct buckle is being used Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety b...

Page 77: ...er belt height adjuster for the driver and right front passenger Adjust the height so the shoulder portion of the belt is on the shoulder and not falling off of it The belt should be close to but not...

Page 78: ...rontal near frontal or rear crash if the threshold conditions for pretensioner activation are met And if your vehicle has side impact airbags safety belt pretensioners can help tighten the safety belt...

Page 79: ...orn may not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder Continued WARNING Continued and across the che...

Page 80: ...hout the pregnancy The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother When a safety belt is worn properly it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for...

Page 81: ...To wear it attach it to the regular safety belt For more information see the instruction sheet that comes with the extender Safety System Check Now and then check that the safety belt reminder light...

Page 82: ...assemblies inspected or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the safety belt system was not being used at the time of the crash Have the safety belt pretensioners checked if the veh...

Page 83: ...are designed to work with safety belts but do not replace them Also airbags are not designed to deploy in every crash In some crashes safety belts are your only restraint See When Should an Airbag In...

Page 84: ...ildren and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in the vehicle To read how see Older Children on page 3 38 or Infants and Young Childre...

Page 85: ...driver and right front passenger they are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door Driver Side Shown Passenger Side Similar If the vehicle has roof rail airbags for the driver right front pass...

Page 86: ...act exceeds a predetermined deployment threshold Deployment thresholds are used to predict how severe a crash is likely to be in time for the airbags to inflate and help restrain the occupants Whether...

Page 87: ...y The seat position sensor provides information that is used to determine if the airbags should deploy at a reduced level or at full deployment The vehicle may or may not have seat mounted side impact...

Page 88: ...fety belts Frontal airbags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body stopping the occupant more gradually Seat mounted side impact and roof rail airbags distribute...

Page 89: ...automatically unlock the doors turn on the interior lamps and hazard warning flashers and shut off the fuel system after the airbags inflate You can lock the doors turn off the interior lamps and haza...

Page 90: ...itch that you can use to manually turn on or off the right front passenger airbag United States Canada and Mexico If the vehicle does not have an airbag off switch it may have a passenger sensing syst...

Page 91: ...ger has a medical condition which according to his or her physician Causes the passenger airbag to pose a special risk for the passenger and Makes the potential harm from the passenger airbag in a cra...

Page 92: ...The airbag off light will come on and stay on to let you know that the right front passenger s airbag is off See Airbag On Off Light on page 5 18 WARNING If the airbag readiness light ever comes on an...

Page 93: ...vehicle s sun visors refers to ADVANCED AIRBAGS United States Canada and Mexico The words ON and OFF or the symbol for on and off will be visible during the system check If you are using remote start...

Page 94: ...o system is fail safe No one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though the airbag is turned off Secure rear facing child restraints in a rear seat even i...

Page 95: ...d right away See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5 17 for more information including important safety information If the On Indicator is Lit for a Child Restraint If a child restraint has been installe...

Page 96: ...erson sit upright in the seat centered on the seat cushion with legs comfortably extended 5 Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for two to three minutes after the on indica...

Page 97: ...the service manual have information about servicing the vehicle and the airbag system To purchase a service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 13 16 WARNING For up to 10 seco...

Page 98: ...1 If you have any questions about this you should contact Customer Assistance before you modify your vehicle The phone numbers and addresses for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Sat...

Page 99: ...airbag covers have the airbag covering and or airbag module replaced For the location of the airbags see Where Are the Airbags on page 3 22 See your dealer for service Replacing Airbag System Parts a...

Page 100: ...elt on page 3 13 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 If yes continue If no retur...

Page 101: ...d 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 the safety belt with the s...

Page 102: ...for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Every time infants and young children ride in...

Page 103: ...ompatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used For most basic types of child restraints there are many different models available When purchasing a child restraint be sure it is designed to...

Page 104: ...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 Child Restraint Systems Rea...

Page 105: ...a lap shoulder belt or by the LATCH system See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 3 45 Children can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in...

Page 106: ...ont passenger seat and the vehicle has a switch in the glove box to manually turn off the right front passenger airbag see Airbag On Off Switch on page 3 28 and Securing Child Restraints Center Front...

Page 107: ...int is properly secured Depending on where you place the child restraint and the size of the child restraint you may not be able to access adjacent safety belt assemblies or LATCH anchors for addition...

Page 108: ...aint and its attachments The following explains how to attach a child restraint with these attachments in your vehicle Not all vehicle seating positions or child restraints have lower anchors and atta...

Page 109: ...to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations Regular Cab Two Passenger Front Seat Regular Cab Three Passenger Front Seat i Top Tether Ancho...

Page 110: ...assist you in locating the top tether anchors Regular Cab Do not install a child restraint in the center seat position See Securing Child Restraints Center Front Seat Position on page 3 56 or Securin...

Page 111: ...w requires that the top tether be attached or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached According to accident statistics children and infants are...

Page 112: ...may damage these parts If necessary move buckled safety belts to avoid rubbing the LATCH attachments Do not fold the empty rear seat with a safety belt buckled This could damage the safety belt or the...

Page 113: ...he headrest or head restraint and route the tether under the headrest or head restraint and in between the headrest or head restraint posts 2 See Securing Child Restraints Center Front Seat Position o...

Page 114: ...1 Find the lower anchors for the desired seating position 1 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 1 3 Attach and tighten the lower attachments on the child restraint to the lower anchors 2 If the chi...

Page 115: ...a child restraint with a top tether in the rear passenger position A Raise the headrest or head restraint B Route the top tether B between the headrest or head restraint posts through the loop on the...

Page 116: ...Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 3 45 for how and where to install the child restraint using LATCH If a child restraint is secured in the vehicle using a safety belt and it...

Page 117: ...For crew cab second row seatings positions tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed 3 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Position the release button on the buckle so that th...

Page 118: ...CH System on page 3 45 for more information 7 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To check grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attemp...

Page 119: ...very close to the inflating airbag A child in a forward facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward po...

Page 120: ...p tether and that the tether be attached You will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint 1 Move the se...

Page 121: ...epeat Steps 5 and 6 7 If the vehicle does not have a rear seat and the child restraint has a top tether follow the child restraint manufacturer s instructions regarding the use of the top tether See L...

Page 122: ...in the front unless airbag is off This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys WARNING A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or kille...

Page 123: ...locations Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child...

Page 124: ...n be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor 6 To tighten the belt push down on the child restraint pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shou...

Page 125: ...e vehicle unless the person who will be sitting there is a member of a passenger airbag risk group See Airbag On Off Switch on page 3 28 for more information including important safety information Hea...

Page 126: ...ward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached You will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position Follow the instructions that came...

Page 127: ...d 6 7 If your child restraint has a top tether follow the child restraint manufacturer s instructions regarding the use of the top tether See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System on pag...

Page 128: ...Black plate 66 1 GMC Sierra Owner Manual 2013 crc 8 14 12 3 66 Seats and Restraints 2 NOTES I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 129: ...r side of the handle and pull out on the exposed portion of the handle Glove Box Lift up on the glove box lever to open it Cupholders If equipped there are cupholders on the center console and the rea...

Page 130: ...an upper and lower center console storage area have cupholders included Pull the lever A up to access the upper storage area Raise the upper storage bin then pull the lever B up to access the lower s...

Page 131: ...e System Warning Light 5 23 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light 5 24 Four Wheel Drive Light 5 25 Tow Haul Mode Light 5 25 StabiliTrak OFF Light 5 25 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light 5...

Page 132: ...ming 5 54 Universal Remote System Operation 5 58 Controls Steering Wheel Adjustment To adjust the steering wheel 1 Hold the steering wheel and pull the lever 2 Move the steering wheel up or down 3 Rel...

Page 133: ...USB Device Vehicles without a Navigation System 1 Press and hold w or c x while listening to a song until the contents of the current folder display on the radio display 2 Press and hold c x to go ba...

Page 134: ...while in AM FM or SiriusXM For vehicles with or without a navigation system Press to go to the next track or chapter while sourced to the CD or DVD slot Press to select a track or a folder when navig...

Page 135: ...speed Compass The vehicle may have a compass in the Driver Information Center DIC Compass Zone The zone is set to zone eight upon leaving the factory Your dealer will set the correct zone for your lo...

Page 136: ...n circles is not a danger It is suggested to calibrate away from tall buildings utility wires manhole covers or other industrial structures if possible If CAL should ever appear in the DIC display the...

Page 137: ...button to turn the radio on 2 Press the H button until the hour numbers begin to flash then turn the f knob to increase or decrease the hour 3 Press the H button until the minute numbers begin to fla...

Page 138: ...turn the radio on 2 Press the MENU button and then the softkey under the H tab to display HR MIN MM DD YYYY hour minute month day and year 3 Press the softkey located under any one of the tabs to chan...

Page 139: ...n when the vehicle is not in use because the vehicle could catch fire and cause injury or death Notice Leaving electrical equipment plugged in for an extended period of time while the vehicle is off w...

Page 140: ...n inside the ashtray door and press down until it engages Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators Warning lights and gauges can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an...

Page 141: ...11 1 GMC Sierra Owner Manual 2013 crc 8 14 12 Instruments and Controls 5 11 Instrument Cluster English Light Duty Premium Shown Metric Uplevel Base and Heavy Duty Similar I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v...

Page 142: ...ignition is turned on See Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 28 for more information Trip Odometer The trip odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven since the trip odometer was last se...

Page 143: ...or more information Here are some situations owners can experience with the fuel gauge None of these indicate a problem with the fuel gauge At the gas station the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge...

Page 144: ...normal operating range can be caused by a dangerously low oil level or some other problem causing low oil pressure Check the vehicle s oil as soon as possible See OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE under E...

Page 145: ...orking During a majority of the operation the gauge reads 100 C 210 F or less If pulling a load or going up hills it is normal for the temperature to fluctuate and go over the 113 C 235 F mark If the...

Page 146: ...the charging system to create maximum power The vehicle can only be driven for a short time with the readings outside the normal operating range If the vehicle must be driven turn off all accessories...

Page 147: ...belt Airbag Readiness Light This light shows if there is an electrical problem with the airbag system The system check includes the airbag sensor s passenger sensing system if equipped the pretensione...

Page 148: ...Then after several more seconds the status indicator ON or OFF or either the on or off symbol will light to let you know the status of the right front passenger frontal airbag When the right front pas...

Page 149: ...erviced right away See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5 17 for more information including important safety information If the word ON or the on symbol is lit it means that the right front passenger fr...

Page 150: ...d may inflate If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the airbag status indicator it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger frontal airbag If after severa...

Page 151: ...s placed in ON RUN as a check to show it is working If it does not have the vehicle serviced by your dealer See Ignition Positions on page 9 24 If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while the eng...

Page 152: ...malfunction has been detected on the 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 Fi...

Page 153: ...nsidered not ready for inspection This can happen if the 12 volt battery has recently been replaced or run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during n...

Page 154: ...the hybrid supplement for more information Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light For vehicles with the Antilock Brake System ABS this light comes on briefly when the engine is started If it does no...

Page 155: ...Tow Haul Mode on page 9 37 StabiliTrak OFF Light This light comes on briefly while starting the engine If it does not have the vehicle serviced by your dealer If the system is working normally the ind...

Page 156: ...sure Monitor System TPMS this light comes on briefly when the engine is started It provides information about tire pressures and the TPMS When the Light Is On Steady This indicates that one or more of...

Page 157: ...ly while the engine is being started This light and a chime if the vehicle is equipped with a radio comes on when the fuel tank is low on fuel The Driver Information Center also displays a FUEL LEVEL...

Page 158: ...rol Light For vehicles equipped with cruise control this light comes on whenever the cruise control is set The light goes out when the cruise control is turned off See Cruise Control on page 9 56 for...

Page 159: ...led in the following pages 3 Trip Fuel Press this button to display the odometer trip odometer fuel range average economy fuel used timer transmission temperature and instantaneous economy and Active...

Page 160: ...p odometer is not reset at the beginning of the trip To use the retro active reset feature press and hold the set reset button for at least four seconds The trip odometer will display the number of ki...

Page 161: ...o start the timer press the set reset button while TIMER is displayed The display will show the amount of time that has passed since the timer was last reset not including time the ignition is off Tim...

Page 162: ...SOON under Engine Oil Messages on page 5 40 You should change the oil as soon as you can See Engine Oil on page 10 6 In addition to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life additional maint...

Page 163: ...any time a trailer with electric brakes is connected Output is displayed in 0 to 10 bars Dashes may appear in the OUTPUT display To adjust trailer gain see Integrated Trailer Brake Control System und...

Page 164: ...ning of the trip To use the retro active reset feature press and hold the trip odometer reset stem for at least four seconds The trip odometer will display the number of kilometers km or miles mi driv...

Page 165: ...r Press the trip odometer reset stem until TRIP displays This display shows the current distance traveled in either kilometers km or miles mi since the last reset for the trip odometer The trip odomet...

Page 166: ...in either kilometers per hour km h or miles per hour mph The speedometer cannot be reset Battery This display shows the current battery voltage If the voltage is in the normal range the value will dis...

Page 167: ...er The messages that do not require immediate action can be acknowledged and cleared by pressing V Set Reset or the trip odometer reset stem The messages that require immediate action cannot be cleare...

Page 168: ...service See your dealer SERVICE TRAILER BRAKE SYSTEM On vehicles with the Integrated Trailer Brake Control ITBC system this message displays and a chime may sound when there is a problem with the ITBC...

Page 169: ...e the engine is overheating severe engine damage may occur If an overheat warning appears on the instrument cluster and or DIC stop the vehicle as soon as possible See Engine Overheating on page 10 20...

Page 170: ...le as soon as possible Do not drive the vehicle until the cause of the low oil pressure is corrected See Engine Oil on page 10 6 for more information This message displays if low oil pressure levels o...

Page 171: ...Lock Messages REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY This message displays if a Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter battery is low The battery needs to be replaced in the transmitter See Battery Replacement u...

Page 172: ...rak System on page 9 53 for more information STABILITRAK INITIALIZING If the vehicle has StabiliTrak this message may come on if the StabiliTrak system has not fully initialized because of road condit...

Page 173: ...bag Readiness Light on page 5 17 and Airbag System on page 3 20 for more information Security Messages SERVICE THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM This message displays when there is a problem with the theft deter...

Page 174: ...ay have been sent at the same time press the set reset button or the trip odometer reset stem If a tire pressure message appears on the DIC stop as soon as you can Have the tire pressures checked and...

Page 175: ...and let it idle to allow the transmission to cool This message clears and the chime stops when the fluid temperature reaches a safe level Vehicle Reminder Messages CHECK TRAILER WIRING On vehicles wit...

Page 176: ...when the windshield washer fluid is low Fill the windshield washer fluid reservoir as soon as possible See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 5 for the location of the windshield washer fluid res...

Page 177: ...l DIC messages 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...

Page 178: ...tion button until AUTO 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 followin...

Page 179: ...dback when unlocking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter if the doors are open See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 2 for more information Press the customization button until REMO...

Page 180: ...he 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 one minute 2 MINUTES The ex...

Page 181: ...hicle has this feature it allows you to select if the outside mirror s will automatically tilt down when the vehicle is shifted into R Reverse See Park Tilt Mirrors on page 2 16 for more information P...

Page 182: ...ure it allows you to select which areas will recall with the automatic easy exit seat feature It also allows you to turn off the automatic easy exit feature See Memory Seats on page 3 6 and EASY EXIT...

Page 183: ...e will be disabled ON default The remote start feature will be enabled NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain To select a setting press the set reset button w...

Page 184: ...niversal Remote System will have these buttons located in the headliner This system provides a way to replace up to three remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door opene...

Page 185: ...the garage door opener receiver motor head unit Find the Learn or Smart button It can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor head unit and may be a colored button Pr...

Page 186: ...garage door opener is a Fixed Code unit remove the battery cover on the hand held transmitter supplied by the manufacturer of the garage door opener motor If there is a row of dip switches similar to...

Page 187: ...12 switch settings from left to right as follows When a switch is in the up position write Left When a switch is in the down position write Right If a switch is set between the up and down position wr...

Page 188: ...ntil the garage door moves The indicator light above the selected button should slowly blink This button may need to be held for up to 55 seconds 7 Immediately release the button when the garage door...

Page 189: ...the two outside buttons at the same time for approximately 20 seconds until the indicator lights located directly above the buttons begin to blink rapidly 2 Once the indicator lights begin to blink re...

Page 190: ...Black plate 60 1 GMC Sierra Owner Manual 2013 crc 8 14 12 5 60 Instruments and Controls 2 NOTES I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 191: ...Cargo Lamp 6 7 Dome Lamps 6 7 Reading Lamps 6 8 Lighting Features Entry Lighting 6 8 Exit Lighting 6 8 Battery Load Management 6 9 Battery Power Protection 6 9 Exterior Lighting Exterior Lamp Control...

Page 192: ...urned on while the vehicle is on the headlamps turn off automatically 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off When the headlamps are turned on while the vehicle is off the headlamps will stay on f...

Page 193: ...The DRL system comes on when the following conditions are met The ignition is on The exterior lamp control is in AUTO The transmission is not in Park The light sensor determines it is daytime When th...

Page 194: ...the garage it takes approximately one minute for the automatic headlamp system to change to DRL if it is bright enough outside During that delay the instrument cluster may not be as bright as usual Ma...

Page 195: ...up or down to signal a turn An arrow on the instrument cluster flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change Raise or lower the lever for less than one second until the arrow starts to flash to...

Page 196: ...king lamps automatically turn on When the headlamps are changed to high beam the fog lamps also go off When the high beam headlamps are turned off the fog lamps will come on again Some localities have...

Page 197: ...ument panel lights and is located next to the exterior lamps control Push the knob to extend out and then it can be turned Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to brighten or dim the instrument...

Page 198: ...ehicle may also have reading lamps in other locations To turn the lamps on or off press the button located next to the lamp If the vehicle has a DVD Rear Seat Entertainment RSE system press the lamp l...

Page 199: ...g are on such as headlamps high beams fog lamps rear window defogger climate control fan at high speed heated seats engine cooling fans trailer loads and loads plugged into accessory power outlets EPM...

Page 200: ...Black plate 10 1 GMC Sierra Owner Manual 2013 crc 8 14 12 6 10 Lighting 2 NOTES I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 201: ...Auxiliary Devices 7 33 Rear Seat Infotainment Rear Seat Entertainment RSE System 7 38 Rear Seat Audio RSA System 7 47 Phone Bluetooth 7 49 Trademarks and License Agreements Trademarks and License Agre...

Page 202: ...operation of the engine radio or other systems and could damage them Follow federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone equipment The vehicle has Retained Accessory Power RAP With RAP the audio...

Page 203: ...and selects favorite stations C f Tone Tune Press to set the bass or treble Turn to manually select radio stations D BAND Press to scroll through the available bands AM FM or XM if equipped E SEEK See...

Page 204: ...t the equalizer settings J x w Fade Balance Press to set the fade and balance Overview Radio with CD MP3 Overview Radio with CD MP3 A 4 Information Press to show information on the current station or...

Page 205: ...play a list of XM categories H H Clock Press to set the clock I BAND Press to scroll through the available bands AM FM or XM if equipped J SEEK Seeks the previous station K SEEK Seeks the next station...

Page 206: ...k B FAV Favorites Pages Press to scroll through the favorite pages C MENU Press to open the tone menu to adjust the bass midrange treble fade and balance D DVD Slot E Buttons 1 6 Saves and selects fav...

Page 207: ...with CD and DVD Vehicles with a USB CD and DVD radio have a Bose Surround Sound System Some of its features are explained later in this section Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade Vehicles with a USB...

Page 208: ...t To activate SCV 1 Set the radio volume to the desired level 2 Press the MENU button to display the radio setup menu 3 Press the softkey under the AUTO VOLUM automatic volume tab on the radio display...

Page 209: ...usts to the middle position To quickly adjust all tone and speaker controls to the middle position press the f knob for more than two seconds until a beep sounds EQ Equalization Press this button to c...

Page 210: ...ked or Loc One of these messages will display when the THEFTLOCK system has locked up the radio Take the vehicle to your dealer for service If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corr...

Page 211: ...cted band For the AM FM Radio press and hold the SEEK for four seconds until a double beep sounds to scan the preset stations The station frequency flashes while the radio is in the scan mode s REV Pr...

Page 212: ...ut to return to the original main radio screen showing the radio station frequency tabs and to begin the process of programming favorites Satellite Radio SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service SiriusXM is a...

Page 213: ...navigate the category list by pressing the FWD or the s REV buttons 2 Press either of the two softkeys below the desired category tab to immediately tune to the first SiriusXM station in that categor...

Page 214: ...avorites pages can be set up using the MENU button To set up the number of favorites pages 1 Press the MENU button 2 Press the softkey located below the FAV 1 6 tab 3 Select the number of favorites pa...

Page 215: ...d category The system is working properly XM Theftlocked The SiriusXM receiver in the vehicle could have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes SiriusXM receivers cannot be swapped b...

Page 216: ...te radio signals causing the sound to fade in and out In addition traveling or standing under heavy foliage bridges garages or tunnels may cause loss of the SiriusXM signal for a period of time Cellul...

Page 217: ...ality the method of recording the quality of the music that has been recorded and the way the CD R or CD RW has been handled Handle them carefully Store CD Rs or CD RWs in their original cases or othe...

Page 218: ...dio is turned off with a CD in the player it stays in the player When the ignition or radio is turned on the CD starts playing where it stopped if it was the last selected audio source The CD is contr...

Page 219: ...play RDM Random Press to listen to tracks in random rather than sequential order To use random do one of the following For the AM FM Radio with CD 1 Press the RDM button until the random icon display...

Page 220: ...oot directory of a CD display as F1 ROOT Empty Folder Folders that do not contain files are skipped and the player advances to the next folder that contains files Order of Play Compressed audio files...

Page 221: ...imum are not accessible Playing an MP3 4 Information Press to display additional text information related to the current song If information is available the song title information displays on the top...

Page 222: ...ay begin playing while it is scanning in the background When the scan is finished the disc begins playing files in order by artist The current artist playing is shown on the second line of the display...

Page 223: ...a marking pen The use of CD DVD lens cleaners is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the optics with lubricants internal to the CD and DVD player mechanism Notice If a label is ad...

Page 224: ...speakers See Using the Auxiliary Input Jack in Auxiliary Devices on page 7 33 or Audio Video A V Jacks under Rear Seat Entertainment RSE System on page 7 38 for more information In some vehicles depen...

Page 225: ...gain and the system automatically searches for an auxiliary input device see Auxiliary Devices on page 7 33 for more information If a portable audio player is not connected No Aux Input Device display...

Page 226: ...he radio can play mp3 or wma files that were recorded onto a CD R or CD RW disc Compressed Audio or Mixed Mode Discs The radio plays discs that contain both uncompressed CD audio and MP3 WMA files dep...

Page 227: ...isplays ROOT Order of Play Compressed audio files are accessed in the following order Playlists Px Files stored in the root directory Files stored in folders in the root directory Tracks are played in...

Page 228: ...ard through tracks s REV Reverse Press and hold to reverse playback quickly FWD Fast Forward Press and hold to advance playback quickly S c Previous Folder Press the softkey below the S c tab to go to...

Page 229: ...io faceplate See Remote Control under Rear Seat Entertainment RSE System on page 7 38 and Rear Seat Audio RSA System on page 7 47 for more information The DVD player is only compatible with DVDs of th...

Page 230: ...ing the Auxiliary Input Jack in Auxiliary Devices on page 7 33 or Audio Video A V Jacks under Rear Seat Entertainment RSE System on page 7 38 for more information If a disc is inserted into the top DV...

Page 231: ...o 30 seconds If the DVD does not begin playing the movie automatically press the softkey located under the play pause symbol tag displayed on the radio If the DVD still does not play refer to the on s...

Page 232: ...tomatically turns on when the DVD V is inserted into the DVD slot and does not automatically power on when the DVD A is inserted into the DVD slot It must be manually turned on by the rear seat occupa...

Page 233: ...our dealer when reporting the problem Auxiliary Devices Using the Auxiliary Input Jack Radios with an auxiliary input jack located on the lower right side of the faceplate can connect to an external a...

Page 234: ...s through all available options such as DVD slot CD slot front auxiliary and rear auxiliary if available See Using the Auxiliary Input Jack in this section or Audio Video A V Jacks under Rear Seat Ent...

Page 235: ...The iPod charges while it is connected to the vehicle if the vehicle is in the ACC ACCESSORY or ON RUN position When the vehicle is turned off the iPod automatically powers off and will not charge or...

Page 236: ...below the back tab to go back to the main display screen on an iPod or the root directory on a USB storage device c Folder View Press the softkey below c to view the contents of the current folder on...

Page 237: ...ween Repeat All and Repeat Track Repeat All Press the softkey below to repeat all tracks The tab appears lowered when Repeat All is being used This is the default mode when a USB storage device or iPo...

Page 238: ...vehicle is outside this range heat or cool the vehicle until the temperature is within the operating range of the RSE system Parental Control The RSE system may have a Parental Control feature dependi...

Page 239: ...hones are out of range of the transmitters for more than three minutes If you move too far forward or step out of the vehicle the headphones lose the audio signal To adjust the volume on the headphone...

Page 240: ...structions for proper usage Power for auxiliary devices is not supplied by the radio system To use the auxiliary inputs of the RSE system connect an external auxiliary device to the color coded A V ja...

Page 241: ...put jack if the vehicle has this feature the rear seat passengers are able to hear audio from the auxiliary device through the wireless or wired headphones The front seat passengers are able to listen...

Page 242: ...damage it and the repairs will not be covered by the warranty Storage in extreme cold can weaken the batteries Keep the remote control stored in a cool dry place If the remote control becomes lost or...

Page 243: ...ess the play pause button t Previous Track Chapter Press this button to return to the start of the current track or chapter Press this button again to go to the previous track or chapter This button m...

Page 244: ...rovides the capability of direct chapter or track number selection Clear Press this button within three seconds after entering a numeric selection to clear all numerical inputs 10 Double Digit Entries...

Page 245: ...h devices The remote 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 instal...

Page 246: ...The video screen can display one of the following Disc Load Eject Error This message displays when there are disc load or eject problems Disc Format Error This message displays if the disc is inserte...

Page 247: ...the band on the RSA or the front radio will change the band on the other system if they are both sourced to the radio The RSA functions can be used even while the main radio is off The front audio sys...

Page 248: ...d Press the right seek arrow to go the next track or chapter on the disc This function is inactive with some radios if the front seat passengers are listening to the disc While a DVD video menu is bei...

Page 249: ...tion 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 of the phone or the i...

Page 250: ...be paired to the Bluetooth system and then connected to the vehicle before it can be used See the cell phone manufacturer s user guide for Bluetooth functions before pairing the cell phone If a Bluet...

Page 251: ...ected Phones The system can list all cell phones paired to it If a paired cell phone is also connected to the vehicle the system responds with is connected after that phone name 1 Press and hold b g f...

Page 252: ...to store all at once with no pauses then follow the directions given by the system to save a name tag for this number Using the Digit Store Command If an unwanted number is recognized by the system s...

Page 253: ...g or say the name tag Once connected the person called will be heard through the audio speakers Calling 911 Emergency 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds 2 Say Dial or Call 3 Say 911 4 Say Dial or Ca...

Page 254: ...call To ignore the incoming call no action is required Press c x to disconnect the current call and switch to the call on hold Three Way Calling Three way calling must be supported on the cell phone a...

Page 255: ...tored in the cell phone 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds 2 Say Bluetooth This command can be skipped 3 Say Voice The system responds OK accessing phone name The cell phone s normal prompt messages...

Page 256: ...t 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS GEN 210 220 310 Trademarks and License Agreements Manufactured under license under U S Patent s 5 451 942 5 95...

Page 257: ...Air Vents Air Vents 8 10 Climate Control Systems Climate Control Systems with Air Conditioning With this system the heating cooling and ventilation can be controlled A Fan Control B Temperature Contr...

Page 258: ...outlets and side window vents 0 Defrost This mode removes fog or frost from the windshield more quickly Air is directed to the windshield and the side window vents with some air directed to the floor...

Page 259: ...oisture from the air so a small amount of water might drip under the vehicle while idling or after turning off the engine This is normal Rear Window Defogger For vehicles with a rear window defogger a...

Page 260: ...tem off Air Delivery Mode Control Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the temperature inside the vehicle The knob can be positioned between two modes to select a combination of...

Page 261: ...cally forces outside air into the vehicle Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear Dual Automatic Climate Control System The heating cooling and ventilation in the vehicle can be contr...

Page 262: ...decrease the cabin temperature The driver side or passenger side temperature display shows the temperature setting increasing or decreasing The passenger temperature setting can be set to match the dr...

Page 263: ...gth of delay depends on the engine coolant temperature Pressing the fan switch overrides this delay and changes the fan to a selected speed Manual Operation D C Fan Control Press these buttons to incr...

Page 264: ...displayed If vent bi level or floor mode is selected again the climate control system displays the previous temperature settings Do not drive the vehicle until all windows are clear Air Conditioning P...

Page 265: ...ir mode Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window 1 Rear Window Defogger For vehicles with this feature press to turn the defogger on or off...

Page 266: ...ode The system may also supply cooler air to the side of the vehicle facing the sun The recirculation mode will also be used as needed to maintain cool outlet temperatures Air Vents Use the air outlet...

Page 267: ...9 25 Fast Idle System 9 27 Retained Accessory Power RAP 9 27 Engine Coolant Heater 9 28 Shifting Into Park 9 28 Shifting out of Park 9 30 Parking over Things That Burn 9 30 Active Fuel Management 9 30...

Page 268: ...garding driver distraction Become familiar with the local laws in your area To avoid distracted driving always keep your eyes on the road hands on the wheel and mind on the drive Do not use a phone in...

Page 269: ...n front of you Focus on the task of driving Drunk Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a global tragedy WARNING Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes pe...

Page 270: ...may require maintenance See Power Steering Fluid on page 10 23 If power steering assist is lost because the engine stops or because of a system malfunction the vehicle can be steered but may required...

Page 271: ...ays possible If the vehicle starts to slide follow these suggestions Ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and steer the way you want the vehicle to go The vehicle may straighten out Be ready for a...

Page 272: ...ields if equipped are properly attached Know the local laws that apply to off road driving To gain more ground clearance if needed it may be necessary to remove the front fascia lower air dam Notice O...

Page 273: ...g across hills can cause a rollover You could be injured or killed Do not drive on steep hills Before driving on a hill assess the steepness traction and obstructions If the terrain ahead cannot be se...

Page 274: ...be injured or killed Apply the brakes lightly when descending a hill and use a low gear to keep vehicle speed under control If the vehicle stalls on a hill 1 Apply the brakes to stop the vehicle and...

Page 275: ...urn downhill This should help straighten out the vehicle and prevent the side slipping WARNING Getting out of the vehicle on the downhill side when stopped across an incline is dangerous If the vehicl...

Page 276: ...or debris that has collected on the underbody or chassis or under the hood These accumulations can be a fire hazard After operation in mud or sand have the brake linings cleaned and checked These subs...

Page 277: ...ith proper tread depth See Tires on page 10 46 Turn off cruise control Highway Hypnosis Always be alert and pay attention to your surroundings while driving If you become tired or sleepy find a safe p...

Page 278: ...ating less traction or grip Wet ice can occur at about 0 C 32 F when freezing rain begins to fall resulting in even less traction Avoid driving on wet ice or in freezing rain until roads can be treate...

Page 279: ...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 instrument panel Adjust...

Page 280: ...ut Turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area around the front wheels For four wheel drive vehicles shift into Four Wheel High For vehicles with StabiliTrak turn the traction control par...

Page 281: ...s on your vehicle show how much weight it was designed to carry the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certification Tire label WARNING Do not load the vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehic...

Page 282: ...placard 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs 4 The result...

Page 283: ...eight for Example 2 453 kg 1 000 lbs B Subtract Occupant Weight 68 kg 150 lbs 5 340 kg 750 lbs C Available Cargo Weight 113 kg 250 lbs Example 3 A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 453 kg 1 000 lb...

Page 284: ...t and rear axles you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle Your dealer can help you with this Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline Never exceed the GV...

Page 285: ...going WARNING Things you put inside the vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash Put things in the cargo area of the vehicle Try to spread the weight evenly Never st...

Page 286: ...of the front or rear axle Add On Equipment When you carry removable items you may need to put a limit on how many people you carry inside your vehicle Be sure to weigh your vehicle before you buy and...

Page 287: ...can help make a good vehicle camper match and help determine the Cargo Weight Rating CWR When installing and loading a slide in camper check the manufacturer s instructions When carrying a slide in c...

Page 288: ...ht from the CWR This extra weight may shorten the center of gravity zone of the vehicle If the slide in camper and its load weighs less than the CWR the center of gravity zone for your vehicle may be...

Page 289: ...ke linings Do not tow a trailer during break in See Trailer Towing on page 9 73 for the trailer towing capabilities of the vehicle and more information Following break in engine speed and load can be...

Page 290: ...ight to left while turning the key to ACC ACCESSORY If this does not work then the vehicle needs service Do not turn the engine off when the vehicle is moving This will cause a loss of power assist in...

Page 291: ...used for service and diagnostics and to verify the proper operation of the malfunction indicator lamp as may be required for emission inspection purposes The switch stays in this position when the eng...

Page 292: ...key is held in START for many seconds cranking will be stopped after 15 seconds to prevent cranking motor damage To prevent gear damage this system also prevents cranking if the engine is already runn...

Page 293: ...s and release the cruise control SET button Engine speed will be held at approximately 1200 RPM When the fast idle is active the Driver Information Center DIC will display FAST IDLE ON One of the foll...

Page 294: ...ck Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord will not reach...

Page 295: ...ee to roll even if the shift lever is in P Park So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in N Neutral And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch f...

Page 296: ...an uncharged or low voltage less than 9 volt battery If the vehicle has an uncharged battery or a battery with low voltage try charging or jump starting the battery See Jump Starting on page 10 82 for...

Page 297: ...n cause unconsciousness and even death Exhaust may enter the vehicle if The vehicle idles in areas with poor ventilation parking garages tunnels deep snow that may block underbody airflow or tail pipe...

Page 298: ...a hybrid see the hybrid supplement for more information Vehicles with an automatic transmission have an electronic shift position indicator within the instrument panel cluster This display comes on wh...

Page 299: ...eel Drive High or Four Wheel Drive Low not in Neutral See Shifting Into Park on page 9 28 R Reverse Use this gear to back up Notice Shifting to R Reverse while the vehicle is moving forward could dama...

Page 300: ...load If the shift stabilization feature determines that a current vehicle speed cannot be maintained the transmission does not upshift and instead holds the current gear In some cases this could appe...

Page 301: ...vehicle is going slowly enough For an Allison Transmission or Hydra Matic 6 Speed transmission this position reduces vehicle speed without using the brakes You can use it for major severe downgrades a...

Page 302: ...er is the highest gear that can be used However the vehicle can automatically shift to lower gears as it adjusts to driving conditions This means that all gears below that number are available When 5...

Page 303: ...ed performance vehicle control and transmission cooling when driving down steep hills or Mountain grades towing or hauling heavy loads The selector button is located on the end of the shift lever Turn...

Page 304: ...four wheels for extra traction To get the most satisfaction out of Four Wheel Drive you must be familiar with its operation Read the following before using Four Wheel Drive See the appropriate text fo...

Page 305: ...4n N Normal YES Severe YES Extreme YES Vehicle in Tow YES See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 10 87 or Towing the Vehicle on page 10 87 Notice Driving on clean dry pavement in four wheel drive fo...

Page 306: ...st street and highway situations The front axle is not engaged in two wheel drive This setting also provides the best fuel economy 4 m Four Wheel Drive High Use this setting when you need extra tracti...

Page 307: ...he shift lever for a few seconds before Four Wheel Drive High can be engaged especially in cold weather In extremely cold weather it may be necessary to slow or stop the vehicle to shift into Four Whe...

Page 308: ...n complete the transfer case shift Shift the transfer case shift lever in one continuous motion into the Four Wheel Drive Low position When in Four Wheel Drive Low do not drive faster than 72 km h 45...

Page 309: ...the last chosen setting 2 m Two Wheel Drive High This setting is used for driving in most street and highway situations The front axle is not engaged in Two Wheel Drive This setting also provides the...

Page 310: ...Four Wheel Drive Low may damage or shorten the life of the drivetrain To shift to the Four Wheel Drive Low position the ignition must be in ON RUN and the vehicle must be stopped or moving less than...

Page 311: ...lights to stop flashing before shifting the transmission into gear It is typical for the vehicle to exhibit significant engagement noise and bump when shifting between Four Wheel Drive Low and Four Wh...

Page 312: ...urn the transfer case dial to Two Wheel Drive High After the transfer case has shifted out of N Neutral the N Neutral light will go out 4 Release the parking brake prior to moving the vehicle Notice S...

Page 313: ...s in slightly lower fuel economy than Two Wheel Drive High 4 m Four Wheel Drive High Use the Four Wheel Drive High position when extra traction is needed such as on snowy or icy roads or in most off r...

Page 314: ...and the vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 5 km h 3 mph with the transmission in N Neutral The preferred method for shifting into Four Wheel Drive Low is to have the vehicle moving 1 6 to 3 2...

Page 315: ...bump when shifting between Four Wheel Drive Low and Four Wheel Drive High ranges or from N Neutral with the engine running If the knob is turned to the Four Wheel Drive High AUTO or Two Wheel Drive Hi...

Page 316: ...shifted out of N Neutral the N Neutral light will go out 4 Release the parking brake prior to moving the vehicle Notice Shifting the transmission into gear before the requested mode indicator light ha...

Page 317: ...If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you there will not be enough time to apply the brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always leave enough room up ahead to stop even with ABS U...

Page 318: ...al pulsation or pedal movement during this time is normal and the driver should continue to apply the brake pedal as the driving situation dictates The Brake Assist feature will automatically disengag...

Page 319: ...to insure there are no problems The system may be heard or felt while it is working This is normal and does not mean there is a problem with the vehicle If cruise control is being used when StabiliTra...

Page 320: ...ake traction control coming on It is recommended to leave the system on for normal driving conditions but it may be necessary to turn the system off if the vehicle is stuck in sand mud ice or snow and...

Page 321: ...This is normal If cruise control is being used when the system activates the StabiliTrak light will flash and cruise control will automatically disengage Cruise control may be reengaged when road con...

Page 322: ...off For vehicles with an Allison or Hydra Matic 6 speed automatic transmission see Grade Braking under Tow Haul Mode on page 9 37 for an explanation of how cruise control interacts with the Range Sele...

Page 323: ...m h 25 mph or more press the RES button on the steering wheel The vehicle returns to the previous set speed and stays there Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control If the cruise control system is...

Page 324: ...n Range Selection Mode It assists in maintaining driver selected speed when driving on downhill grades by using the engine and transmission to slow the vehicle To disable and enable Cruise Grade Braki...

Page 325: ...lly when the shift lever is moved into R Reverse A single tone sounds to indicate the system is working URPA operates only at speeds less than 8 km h 5 mph An obstacle is indicated by audible beeps Th...

Page 326: ...The message may not clear until the frost or ice has melted A trailer was attached to the vehicle or an object was hanging out of the tailgate during the last drive cycle Once the object is removed an...

Page 327: ...the vehicle is shifted out of R Reverse Turning the RVC System On or Off To turn the RVC system on or off 1 Shift into P Park 2 Press MENU to enter the configure menu options Turn the Multifunction k...

Page 328: ...ton will be highlighted when on Guidelines The RVC system has a guideline overlay that can help the driver align the vehicle when backing into a parking spot If the vehicle has dual rear wheels this f...

Page 329: ...mper or under the bumper do not display Disconnecting the RVC The rear vision camera must be disconnected if the tailgate needs to be removed To disconnect the camera 1 Remove the license plate 2 Disc...

Page 330: ...lens Clean the lens rinse it with water and wipe it with a soft cloth The back of the vehicle is in an accident the position and mounting angle of the camera can change or the camera can be affected...

Page 331: ...ormance 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 auto...

Page 332: ...ne rated at 87 octane or higher the engine needs service Gasoline Specifications At a minimum gasoline should meet ASTM specification D 4814 Some gasolines contain an octane enhancing additive called...

Page 333: ...LUS added to the fuel tank at every engine oil change can help clean deposits from fuel injectors and intake valves GM Fuel System Treatment PLUS is the only gasoline additive recommended by General M...

Page 334: ...tor lamp to come on As the outside temperature approaches freezing ethanol fuel distributors should supply winter grade ethanol the same as with unleaded gasoline It is best not to alternate repeatedl...

Page 335: ...n use either unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up to 85 ethanol E85 See Fuel E85 85 Ethanol on page 9 68 To remove the fuel cap turn it slowly counterclockwise If the vehicle is a dual fuel...

Page 336: ...d emissions system See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5 21 Filling a Portable Fuel Container WARNING Filling a portable fuel container while it is in the vehicle can cause fuel vapors that can ign...

Page 337: ...icles can tow in D Drive Shift the transmission to a lower gear if the transmission shifts too often under heavy loads and or hilly conditions WARNING When towing a trailer exhaust gases may collect a...

Page 338: ...arp turns while trailering When turning with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so the trailer will not strike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoid jerky or sudden...

Page 339: ...he brake pedal Leaving After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply and hold the brake pedal 2 Start the engine 3 Shift into a gear 4 Release the parking brake 5 Let up on the brake pedal 6 Drive slowly until the...

Page 340: ...s changes in handling acceleration braking durability and fuel economy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has to be used properly The following information has many time tested...

Page 341: ...1 860 kg 4 100 lbs 3 938 kg 8 683 lbs 4 8LV8 b 3 23 2 132 kg 4 700 lbs 4 309 kg 9 500 lbs 4 8LV8 b 3 73 3 266 kg 7 200 lbs 5 443 kg 12 000 lbs 5 3L LMG V8 b 3 08 2 994 kg 6 600 lbs 5 216 kg 11 500 lbs...

Page 342: ...3 42 4 400 kg 9 700 lbs 6 804 kg 15 000 lbs 6 2LV8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg Fifth Wheel Trailer 3 42 4 264 kg 9 400 lbs 6 804 kg 15 000 lbs 6 2LV8 NHT Max Trailering Pkg Conventional Trailer 3 73 4 853 kg...

Page 343: ...16 000 lbs 1500 Series 2WD Regular Cab Long Box 4 3LV6 b 3 23 2 132 kg 4 700 lbs 4 309 kg 9 500 lbs 4 3LV6 b 3 73 2 359 kg 5 200 lbs 4 536 kg 10 000 lbs 4 8LV8 b 3 23 2 313 kg 5 100 lbs 4 536 kg 10 00...

Page 344: ...lbs 5 3LV8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg Fifth Wheel Trailer 3 42 4 082 kg 9 000 lbs 6 804 kg 15 000 lbs 1500 Series 4WD Regular Cab Standard Box 4 3LV6 b 3 73 2 313 kg 5 100 lbs 4 536 kg 10 000 lbs 4 8LV8 b 3 4...

Page 345: ...bs 5 3LV8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg Fifth Wheel Trailer 3 42 4 354 kg 9 600 lbs 6 804 kg 15 000 lbs 6 2LV8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg Conventional Trailer 3 42 4 264 kg 9 400 lbs 6 804 kg 15 000 lbs 6 2LV8 K5L HD Co...

Page 346: ...4 900 lbs 4 536 kg 10 000 lbs 4 8LV8 b 3 42 2 631 kg 5 800 lbs 4 990 kg 11 000 lbs 5 3LV8 b 3 08 2 858 kg 6 300 lbs 5 216 kg 11 500 lbs 5 3LV8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg 3 08 3 175 kg 7 000 lbs 5 534 kg 12 20...

Page 347: ...s 2WD Crew Cab Standard Box HD 6 0LV8 3 73 4 400 kg 9 700 lbs 7 257 kg 16 000 lbs 6 0LV8 Conventional Trailer 4 10 5 897 kg 13 000 lbs 9 299 kg 20 500 lbs 6 0LV8 Fifth Wheel Trailer 4 10 6 441 kg 14 2...

Page 348: ...9 kg 20 500 lbs 2500 Series 4WD Extended Cab Standard Box HD 6 0LV8 3 73 4 309 kg 9 500 lbs 7 257 kg 16 000 lbs 6 0LV8 Conventional Trailer 4 10 5 897 kg 13 000 lbs 9 299 kg 20 500 lbs 6 0LV8 Fifth Wh...

Page 349: ...0 Series 4WD Crew Cab Long Box HD 6 0LV8 3 73 4 218 kg 9 300 lbs 7 257 kg 16 000 lbs 6 0LV8 Conventional Trailer 4 10 5 897 kg 13 000 lbs 9 299 kg 20 500 lbs 6 0LV8 Fifth Wheel Trailer 4 10 6 260 kg 1...

Page 350: ...le Rear Wheels Fifth Wheel Trailer 4 10 6 350 kg 14 000 lbs 9 299 kg 20 500 lbs 6 0LV8 Dual Rear Wheels Conventional Trailer 3 73 4 128kg 9 100 lbs 7 257 kg 16 000 lbs 6 0LV8 Dual Rear Wheels Fifth Wh...

Page 351: ...4 10 6 305 kg 13 900 lbs 9 299 kg 20 500 lbs 6 0LV8 Dual Rear Wheels 3 73 4 082 kg 9 000 lbs 7 257 kg 16 000 lbs 6 0LV8 Dual Rear Wheels 4 10 6 123 kg 13 500 lbs 9 299 kg 20 500 lbs 3500 Series 4WD Re...

Page 352: ...g 8 900 lbs 7 257 kg 16 000 lbs 6 0LV8 Dual Rear Wheels 4 10 6 078 kg 13 400 lbs 9 299 kg 20 500 lbs 3500 Series 4WD Crew Cab Standard Box 6 0LV8 3 73 4 173 kg 9 200 lbs 7 257 kg 16 000 lbs 6 0LV8 Con...

Page 353: ...or advice Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load A of any trailer is very important because it is also part of the vehicle weight The Gross Vehicle Weight GVW includes the curb weight of the ve...

Page 354: ...cle s ability to carry tongue weight Tongue or kingpin weight cannot cause the vehicle to exceed the GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating or the RGAWR Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating See Total Weight on the...

Page 355: ...o a pintle hook Other trailers may require a weight distributing hitch that uses spring bars to distribute the trailer tongue weight among the two vehicle and trailer axles Fifth wheel and gooseneck h...

Page 356: ...all If the hitch requires 50 distribution measure the height again after the trailer is coupled and adjust the spring bars so the distance A is as close as possible to halfway between the two measurem...

Page 357: ...y chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer If the trailer being towed weighs up to 2 271 kg 5 000 lbs with a factory installed step bumper safety chains may be a...

Page 358: ...ounted in the bumper The seven wire harness contains the following trailer circuits Yellow Left Stop Turn Signal Dark Green Right Stop Turn Signal Brown Taillamps White Ground Light Green Back up Lamp...

Page 359: ...section When the camper wiring harness is ordered without the heavy duty trailering package a seven wire harness with a seven pin connector is located at the rear of the vehicle and is tied to the veh...

Page 360: ...mbined Weight Rating GCWR See Weight of the Trailer under Trailer Towing on page 9 73 Tow Haul is most useful under the following driving conditions When pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy lo...

Page 361: ...ak The vehicle may have a Trailer Sway Control TSC feature See Trailer Sway Control TSC on page 9 100 The vehicle may have a Hill Start Assist HSA feature See Hill Start Assist HSA on page 9 52 If the...

Page 362: ...in setting power output to the electric trailer brakes trailer connection and system operational status The Trailer Brake Display Page can be displayed by performing any of the following actions Scrol...

Page 363: ...Trailer Brake Display Page whenever the following occur No trailer is connected A trailer without electric brakes is connected no DIC message is displayed A trailer with electric brakes has become di...

Page 364: ...made to a trailer equipped with electric brakes A TRAILER CONNECTED message will be briefly displayed on the DIC The Trailer Brake Display Page will appear on the DIC showing TRAILER GAIN and TRAILER...

Page 365: ...the disconnect occurs while the vehicle is stationary this message will automatically turn off in about 30 seconds This message will also turn off if the driver acknowledges this message or if the tr...

Page 366: ...le or trailer needs service An authorized GM dealer may be able to diagnose and repair problems with the trailer However any diagnosis and repair of the trailer is not covered under the vehicle warran...

Page 367: ...If the vehicle has the snow plow prep package called RPO VYU then the payload the vehicle can carry will be reduced when a snow plow is installed The vehicle can be damaged if either the front or rea...

Page 368: ...tual weight at the front axle may be less than the front axle rating The snow plow manufacturer or installer can assist you in determining the amount of rear ballast required to help make sure the sno...

Page 369: ...GAWR Heavier equipment can be added on the front of the vehicle if it is compensated for by carrying fewer passengers less cargo or by positioning cargo toward the rear This has the effect of reducin...

Page 370: ...wer right corner of the Certification Tire label as shown previously See your dealer for additional advice and information about using a snow plow on the vehicle Also see Vehicle Load Limits on page 9...

Page 371: ...id 10 25 Battery 10 27 Four Wheel Drive 10 28 Front Axle 10 29 Rear Axle 10 30 Noise Control System 10 31 Starter Switch Check 10 32 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check 10 32 Igni...

Page 372: ...and Wheels 10 66 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 10 67 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 10 68 Wheel Replacement 10 69 Tire Chains 10 70 If a Tire Goes Flat 10 70 Tire Changing 10 72 Full Size Spare Tire...

Page 373: ...brakes traction control and stability control These accessories or modifications could even cause malfunction or damage not covered by the vehicle warranty Damage to vehicle components resulting from...

Page 374: ...ords on page 11 16 Notice Even small amounts of contamination can cause damage to vehicle systems Do not allow contaminants to contact the fluids reservoir caps or dipsticks Hood To open the hood 1 Pu...

Page 375: ...Sierra Owner Manual 2013 crc 8 14 12 Vehicle Care 10 5 Engine Compartment Overview 5 3 L V8 Engine Shown 4 3 L V6 Engine 4 8 L V8 Engine 6 0 L V8 Engine and 6 2 L V8 Engine Similar I n f o r ma t i o...

Page 376: ...K Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir See Brake Fluid on page 10 25 L Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 10 39 M Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Adding Washer Fluid under Washer Fluid on page 10...

Page 377: ...at the tip of the dipstick add 1 L 1 qt of the recommended oil and then recheck the level See Selecting the Right Engine Oil in this section for an explanation of what kind of oil to use For engine o...

Page 378: ...scosity grade always select an oil of the correct specification See Specification earlier in this section for more information Engine Oil Additives Engine Oil Flushes Do not add anything to the oil Th...

Page 379: ...e system must be reset For vehicles without the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message an oil change is needed when the OIL LIFE REMAINING percentage is near 0 Your dealer has trained service people who will...

Page 380: ...e 11 3 and be sure to use the transmission fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 12 How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid Because this operation can be a little difficult it...

Page 381: ...place the shift lever in P Park 3 With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in P Park 4...

Page 382: ...Always use the automatic transmission fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 12 After adding fluid recheck the fluid level as described under How to Check Automatic Transmission...

Page 383: ...ough each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then move the shift lever back to P Park 4 Allow the engine to idle 500 800 rpm for at least 1 minute Slowly release the brake pedal...

Page 384: ...rating temperature between 71 C to 93 C 160 F to 200 F 7 If the fluid level is in the acceptable range push the dipstick back in all the way then flip the handle down to lock the dipstick in place Hot...

Page 385: ...per fluid level If readings are still inconsistent contact the dealer Engine Air Cleaner Filter If the vehicle has a diesel engine see Pickup Models under Engine Air Cleaner Filter in the Duramax Dies...

Page 386: ...surfaces and the housing 5 Inspect or replace the engine air cleaner filter 6 Reinstall the cover and tighten the screws WARNING Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or o...

Page 387: ...gine heater core or radiator corrosion In addition the engine coolant could require changing sooner at 50 000 km 30 000 mi or 24 months whichever occurs first Any repairs would not be covered by the v...

Page 388: ...anty Use only the proper mixture of engine coolant for the cooling system See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 12 Never dispose of engine coolant by putting it in the trash pouring it on t...

Page 389: ...l procedure Failure to follow this procedure could cause the engine to overheat and be severely damaged WARNING Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly Nev...

Page 390: ...e Duramax Diesel engine see the Duramax Diesel Supplement for more information The vehicle has several indicators to warn of engine overheating There is a coolant temperature gauge on the vehicle s in...

Page 391: ...ngine is cool See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 10 22 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency If No Steam is Coming from the Engine Compartment The ENGINE OVER...

Page 392: ...After driving in the overheated engine protection operating mode to avoid engine damage allow the engine to cool before attempting any repair The engine oil will be severely degraded Repair the cause...

Page 393: ...and let the engine compartment cool down 2 Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean 3 Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag 4 Replace the cap and completely tighten it 5 Remove...

Page 394: ...r 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 which could damage the tank if it is completely...

Page 395: ...plete axle sets Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel This could be a sign that brake service might be...

Page 396: ...d it can spill on the engine and burn if the engine is hot enough You or others could be burned and the vehicle could be damaged Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system Se...

Page 397: ...cle If you do wash it off immediately Battery If the vehicle is a Hybrid see the Hybrid Supplement for more information This vehicle has a maintenance free battery or batteries Refer to the replacemen...

Page 398: ...A Fill Plug B Drain Plug Manual Shift Transfer Case A Fill Plug B Drain Plug Active Transfer Case A Fill Plug B Drain Plug To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the le...

Page 399: ...d unless a leak is suspected or an unusual noise is heard A fluid loss could indicate a problem Have it inspected and repaired How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be o...

Page 400: ...imum fluid volume Also if a vehicle has just been driven before checking the fluid level it may appear lower than normal because fluid has traveled out along the axle tubes and has not drained back to...

Page 401: ...noise emission standards for vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR of more than 4 536 kg 10 000 lbs The noise control system warranty is given in your warranty booklet These standards appl...

Page 402: ...start only in P Park or N Neutral If the vehicle starts in any other position contact your dealer for service Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check WARNING When you are doing this...

Page 403: ...the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and the transmission in N Neutral slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking...

Page 404: ...g Headlamp aim has been preset and should need no further adjustment If the vehicle is damaged in a crash the headlamp aim may be affected If adjustment to the headlamps is necessary see your dealer B...

Page 405: ...ove it from the headlamp assembly and pull it straight out 6 Unplug the electrical connector from the old bulb by releasing the clips on the bulb socket 7 Replace it with a new bulb 8 Plug in the elec...

Page 406: ...press it in until it is tight 5 Reinstall the lens and the four screws Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back Up Lamps To replace a taillamp assembly bulb 1 Open the tailgate See Tailgate on page 2...

Page 407: ...bulb socket by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise and pull it straight out 3 Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out of the socket 4 Install the bulb by pushing the bulb straight into the...

Page 408: ...157 Chassis Cab Models For replacement bulbs not listed here contact your dealer Electrical System Electrical System Overload The vehicle has fuses and circuit breakers to protect against an electrica...

Page 409: ...The wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusible thermal links This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical...

Page 410: ...on the vehicle may damage it Always keep the covers on any electrical component To remove fuses hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and pull straight out Fuses Usage 1 Right...

Page 411: ...Module Battery 15 Vehicle Back up Lamps 16 Passenger Side Low Beam Headlamp 17 Air Conditioning Compressor 18 Oxygen Sensors 19 Transmission Controls Ignition 20 Fuel Pump 21 Fuel System Control Modu...

Page 412: ...ke Off Fuses Usage 48 Auxiliary Climate Control Ignition 49 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 50 Rear Defogger 51 Heated Mirrors 52 SEO B1 Upfitter Usage Battery 53 Accessory Power Outlet 54 SEO Upfi...

Page 413: ...Speed FAN LO Cooling Fan Low Speed FAN CNTRL Cooling Fan Control Relays Usage HDLP LO HID Low Beam Headlamp FOG LAMP Front Fog Lamps A C CMPRSR Air Conditioning Compressor STRTR Starter PWR TRN Powert...

Page 414: ...4 Driver Door Module 5 Dome Lamps Driver Side Turn Signal Fuses Usage 6 Driver Side Turn Signal Stoplamp 7 Instrument Panel Back Lighting 8 Passenger Side Turn Signal Stoplamp 9 Passenger Door Module...

Page 415: ...ver Power Door Lock Unlock Feature Circuit Breaker Usage LT DR Driver Side Power Window Circuit Breaker Harness Connector Usage LT DR Driver Door Harness Connection BODY Harness Connector BODY Harness...

Page 416: ...arranty and where to get service For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer WARNING Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous Overloading the tires can cause overheating...

Page 417: ...ving or commercial uses such as snow plowing See Off Road Driving on page 9 5 and Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment on page 9 101 for additional information Notice Low profile tires are more sus...

Page 418: ...nter tires be alert for changes in vehicle handling and braking If using winter tires Use tires of the same brand and tread type on all four wheel positions Use only radial ply tires of the same size...

Page 419: ...Vehicle Safety Standards DOT Tire Date of Manufacture The last four digits of the TIN indicate the tire manufactured date The first two digits represent the week 01 52 and the last two digits the year...

Page 420: ...eet or exceed all federal safety guidelines C Dual Tire Maximum Load Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load when used in a dual configuration For informa...

Page 421: ...icle tire engineered to standards set by the U S Tire and Rim Association B Tire Width The three digit number indicates the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall C Aspect Ratio A...

Page 422: ...etter R means radial ply construction the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction and the letter B means belted bias ply construction E Rim Diameter Diameter of the wheel in inches F Load Ran...

Page 423: ...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 which can also identify...

Page 424: ...t duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles Recommended Inflation Pressure Vehicle manufacturer s recommended tire inflation pressure as shown on the tire placard See Tire Pressure on page 10 55 and Vehic...

Page 425: ...le Load Limits on page 9 15 Tire Pressure Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate effectively Notice Neither tire underinflation nor overinflation is good Underinflated tires or tires...

Page 426: ...nd Loading Information label no further adjustment is necessary If the inflation pressure is low add air until the recommended pressure is reached If the inflation pressure is high press on the metal...

Page 427: ...ded 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 inflat...

Page 428: ...e tire and wheel assembly The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in the tires and transmit the tire pressure readings to a receiver located in the vehicle When a low tire pressure condition is dete...

Page 429: ...and then stays on for the remainder of the ignition cycle A DIC warning message also displays The malfunction light and DIC warning message come on at each ignition cycle until the problem is correct...

Page 430: ...er side rear See your dealer for service or to purchase a relearn tool There are two minutes to match the first tire wheel position and five minutes overall to match all four tire wheel positions If i...

Page 431: ...ur tires to the recommended air pressure level as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information label Tire Inspection We recommend that the tires including the spare tire if the vehicle has one be ins...

Page 432: ...um wheels Vehicles with polished forged aluminum dual wheels have three unique wheels a front a rear outer and a rear inner These wheels cannot be rotated to another position however they can be rotat...

Page 433: ...p Do not get grease on the flat wheel mounting surface or on the wheel nuts or bolts Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS if the vehicle has one See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10 5...

Page 434: ...61 for additional information The rubber in tires ages over time This also applies to the spare tire if the vehicle has one even if it is never used Multiple factors including temperatures loading con...

Page 435: ...he tire s sidewall near the tire size If the tires have an all season tread design the TPC Spec number will be followed by MS for mud and snow See Tire Sidewall Labeling on page 10 48 for additional i...

Page 436: ...es must be replaced with a tire that does not have a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction radial as the original tires Vehicles that have a tire pr...

Page 437: ...ay Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA which grades tires by treadwear traction and temperature performance This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States The grades are molded on the sidewal...

Page 438: ...at and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and...

Page 439: ...nuts can be dangerous It could affect the braking and handling of the vehicle Tires can lose air and cause loss of control causing a crash Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for r...

Page 440: ...not have dual wheels and has a tire size other than P265 65R18 P275 55R20 LT265 70R17 LT265 70R18 LT265 60R20 P285 50R20 P285 45R22 or 285 45R22 use tire chains only where legal and only when you must...

Page 441: ...ment and training If a jack is provided with the vehicle it is designed only for changing a flat tire If it is used for anything else you or others could be badly injured or killed if the vehicle slip...

Page 442: ...sist in the placement of the wheel blocks A A Wheel Block B Flat Tire The following information explains how to use the jack and change a tire Tire Changing Removing the Spare Tire and Tools Crew Cab...

Page 443: ...remove the wheel blocks and the wheel block retainer 3 Turn the wing nut used to retain the storage bag and tools counterclockwise to remove it Use the jack handle extensions and the wheel wrench to...

Page 444: ...rn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare tire to the ground Continue to turn the wheel wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle 5 Pull the spare tire out fro...

Page 445: ...heck before proceeding See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10 70 for more information 2 If the vehicle has wheel nut caps loosen them by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise If the vehicle has a cent...

Page 446: ...1500 Model vehicles position the jack under the bracket attached to the vehicle s frame behind the flat tire Front Position All Other Models Position the jack under the vehicle as shown If the flat ti...

Page 447: ...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 positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicl...

Page 448: ...until the wheel is held against the hub 12 Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the vehicle Lower the jack completely WARNING If wheel studs are damaged they can break If all the studs on...

Page 449: ...ckwise For vehicles with dual wheels have a technician check the wheel nut tightness of all wheels with a torque wrench after the first 160 km 100 mi and then 1600 km 1 000 mi after that Repeat this s...

Page 450: ...Wheel Retainer E Hoist Shaft F Hoist End of Extension Tool G Hoist Shaft Access Hole H Wheel Wrench I Jack Handle Extensions J Spare Tire Lock If Equipped 1 Put the tire on the ground at the rear of...

Page 451: ...has one To store the jack and jack tools A Wing Nut Retaining Wheel Blocks B Wheel Blocks C Wing Nut Retaining Tool Kit D Wheel Wrench and Extensions E Tool Bag F Jack Mounting Bracket G Jack H Bolt...

Page 452: ...it If your vehicle has four wheel drive and the different size spare tire is installed keep the vehicle in two wheel drive After installing the spare tire on your vehicle you should stop as soon as po...

Page 453: ...s located on the passenger side in the rear of the engine compartment 3 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles are not touching each other If they are it...

Page 454: ...d remote negative terminals see Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 5 WARNING An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away...

Page 455: ...y 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 5 3L Engine 4 3L 4 8L 6 0L 6 2L and 6 6L Similar 7 Connect...

Page 456: ...ch 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 Battery or Remo...

Page 457: ...cle behind another vehicle such as 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 vehicle with all four w...

Page 458: ...and shift the transmission to P Park 2 Turn the engine off and firmly set the parking brake 3 Securely attach the vehicle being towed to the tow vehicle WARNING Shifting a four wheel drive vehicle s t...

Page 459: ...o wheel drive vehicles should not be towed with the rear wheels on the ground Two wheel drive transmissions have no provisions for internal lubrication while being towed To dolly tow a two wheel drive...

Page 460: ...the neutral position for the vehicle 8 Release the parking brake only after the vehicle being towed is firmly attached to the towing vehicle 9 Turn the ignition to LOCK OFF After towing see Shifting O...

Page 461: ...hers could be injured Make sure the parking brake is firmly set before the transfer case is shifted to N Neutral 7 Shift the transfer case to N Neutral See Shifting into Neutral under Four Wheel Drive...

Page 462: ...surfaces to remove foreign matter Occasional hand waxing or mild polishing should be done to remove residue from the paint finish See your dealer for approved cleaning products Do not apply waxes or...

Page 463: ...es on the vehicle Wheels and Trim Aluminum or Chrome Use a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water to clean the wheels After rinsing thoroughly with clean water dry with a soft clean towel A wax may...

Page 464: ...with touch up materials available from your dealer to avoid corrosion Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your dealer s body and paint shop Chemical Paint Spotting Airborne pollutants ca...

Page 465: ...due that creates streaks and attracts dirt Do not use solutions that contain strong or caustic soap Do not heavily saturate the upholstery when cleaning Do not use solvents or cleaners containing solv...

Page 466: ...sfer from the soil to the cleaning cloth 5 If the soil is not completely removed use a mild soap solution followed only by club soda or plain water If the soil is not completely removed it may be nece...

Page 467: ...l Reflected glare can decrease visibility through the windshield under certain conditions Notice Use of air fresheners may cause permanent damage to plastics and painted surfaces If an air freshener c...

Page 468: ...mmended that GM certified floor mats be purchased Non GM floor mats may not fit properly and may interfere with the pedals Always check that the floor mats do not interfere with the pedals Use the flo...

Page 469: ...it is sold It is the responsibility of the owner to have all required maintenance performed Your dealer has trained technicians who can perform required maintenance using genuine replacement parts The...

Page 470: ...mmended Fuel on page 9 66 Refer to the information in the Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services Normal chart The Additional Required Services Severe are for vehicles that are Mainly driven...

Page 471: ...he vehicle within 5 000 km 3 000 mi since the last service Reset the oil life system when the oil is changed See Engine Oil Life System on page 10 9 Tire Rotation and Required Services Every 12 000 km...

Page 472: ...tion See Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check on page 10 32 Check ignition transmission lock See Ignition Transmission Lock Check on page 10 32 Check parking brake and automatic tr...

Page 473: ...Black plate 5 1 GMC Sierra Owner Manual 2013 crc 8 14 12 Service and Maintenance 11 5 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 474: ...as needed 2 Or every four years whichever comes first 3 Do not directly power wash the transfer case output seals High pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the transfer case fluid Con...

Page 475: ...Black plate 7 1 GMC Sierra Owner Manual 2013 crc 8 14 12 Service and Maintenance 11 7 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 476: ...t directly power wash the transfer case output seals High pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the transfer case fluid Contaminated fluid will decrease the life of the transfer case a...

Page 477: ...tain 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 need...

Page 478: ...technicians can visually inspect the shocks and struts for signs of leaking blown seals or damage and can advise when service is needed Tires Tires need to be properly inflated rotated and balanced M...

Page 479: ...the best viewing keep the windshield clean and clear Signs of damage include scratches cracks and chips Trained dealer technicians can inspect the windshield and recommend proper replacement if neede...

Page 480: ...to the dexos1 specfication or equivalent of the proper SAE viscosity grade ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended See Engine Oil on page 10 6 Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable wat...

Page 481: ...Axle 1500 2500 HD and 3500 HD Series SAE 75W 90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant GM Part No 89021677 in Canada 89021678 Rear Axle SAE 75W 90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant GM Part No 89021677 in Canada 89021678 Tr...

Page 482: ...ip Lubricant GM Part No 3634770 in Canada 10953518 or Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No 12345579 in Canada 10953481 Weatherstrip Squeaks Synthetic Grease with Teflon Superlube GM Part No 12371287...

Page 483: ...rt Number Oil Filter 4 3L V6 25010792 PF47 4 8L V8 5 3L V8 6 0L V8 6 2L V8 89017524 PF48 Spark Plugs 4 3L V6 12568387 41 101 4 8L V8 5 3L V8 6 0L V8 6 2L V8 12621258 41 110 Wiper Blades 55 0 cm 21 6 i...

Page 484: ...ance 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 recei...

Page 485: ...Black plate 17 1 GMC Sierra Owner Manual 2013 crc 8 14 12 Service and Maintenance 11 17 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 486: ...Black plate 18 1 GMC Sierra Owner Manual 2013 crc 8 14 12 11 18 Service and Maintenance Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 487: ...ide 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 engine code This...

Page 488: ...plement for more information Application Capacities Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount see the refrigerant label located under...

Page 489: ...500 Series and 3500 Series Long Box 136 3 L 36 0 gal 3500 Series Chassis Cab 240 4 L 63 5 gal 3500 Chassis Cab Front Tank 89 0 L 23 5 gal 3500 Chassis Cab Rear Tank if equipped 151 4 L 40 0 gal Transf...

Page 490: ...ies are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the approximate level as recommended in this manual Recheck fluid level after filling Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Spark Plug Gap 4 3L V6 LU...

Page 491: ...ngine Specifications cont d Engine VIN Code Spark Plug Gap 6 0L V8 FlexFuel with Active Fuel Management Aluminum Block LZ1 J 1 02 mm 0 040 in 6 0L V8 Iron Block L96 G 1 02 mm 0 040 in 6 2L V8 FlexFuel...

Page 492: ...chnical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing V6 Engines V8 Engines If the vehicle has a diesel engine see the Duramax diesel supplement for more information If the vehicle is a hybrid see the hybrid supplem...

Page 493: ...Roadside Assistance Program U S and Canada 13 11 Scheduling Service Appointments U S and Canada 13 12 Courtesy Transportation Program U S and Canada 13 13 Collision Damage Repair U S and Canada 13 14...

Page 494: ...ll 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 availabl...

Page 495: ...ware of its participation in a no charge Mediation Arbitration Program General Motors of Canada Limited has committed to binding arbitration of owner disputes involving factory related vehicle service...

Page 496: ...g 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 necessary information They are i...

Page 497: ...nada Limited Customer Care Centre Mail Code 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...

Page 498: ...p resource that allows interaction with GMC and keeps important vehicle specific information in one place Membership Benefits E Vehicle Information Download owner manuals and view vehicle specific how...

Page 499: ...nts for cost reimbursement of eligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required for the vehicle such as hand controls or a wheelchair scooter lift for the vehicle For more information on the limited of...

Page 500: ...nough fuel for the vehicle to get to the nearest service station Lock Out Service Service to unlock the vehicle if you are locked out Battery Jump Start Service to jump start a dead battery Emergency...

Page 501: ...dside Assistance will coordinate hotel accommodations for all vehicle travelers for up to two nights A rental car will be provided for up to two days and the vehicle must be returned to its original d...

Page 502: ...h prevent timely delivery of assistance services Food service beverages telephone calls or other extra costs Accommodation costs apply only to Mexico per the terms and conditions of the Roadside Assis...

Page 503: ...icle is covered In Canada a person driving the vehicle without permission from the owner is not covered Roadside Assistance is not a part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty GMC and General Motors of...

Page 504: ...approximately 5 Canadian Diesel fuel delivery may be restricted Propane and other fuels are not provided through this service Lock Out Service Vehicle registration is required Trip Interruption Benef...

Page 505: ...eparate booklet entitled Limited Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information Transportation Options Warranty service can g...

Page 506: ...ed by appropriate dealer personnel General Motors reserves the right to unilaterally modify change or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any time and to resolve all questions of claim eligibility...

Page 507: ...ferences in the quality of coverage afforded by various insurance policy terms Many insurance policies provide reduced protection to the GM vehicle by limiting compensation for damage repairs through...

Page 508: ...Remember recycled parts will not be covered by the GM vehicle warranty Insurance pays the bill for the repair but you must live with the repair Depending on your policy limits your insurance company...

Page 509: ...Time For Credit Card Orders Only VISA MasterCard Discover visit Helm Inc at www helminc com Or write to Helm Incorporated Attention Customer Service 47911 Halyard Drive Plymouth MI 48170 Prices are su...

Page 510: ...fety 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 Branch 80 rue Noel Gatineau...

Page 511: ...elated 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 systems in your vehicle wer...

Page 512: ...orage of destinations addresses telephone numbers and other trip information See the navigation manual for information on stored data and for deletion instructions Radio Frequency Identification RFID...

Page 513: ...If the status light is Solid Green System is ready Flashing Green On a call Red Indicates a problem PressQ or call 1 888 4ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 to speak to an Advisor Press to Make a call end a call...

Page 514: ...situations before first responders arrive Security OnStar provides services like Stolen Vehicle Assistance Remote Ignition Block and Roadside Assistance if the vehicle is equipped with these services...

Page 515: ...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 subscribers to send destinations fr...

Page 516: ...Star ready 2 Say Store System responds Please say the number you would like to store 3 Say the entire number without pausing System responds Please say the name tag 4 Pick a name tag System responds A...

Page 517: ...cords and will explain the OnStar service offers and options available How OnStar Service Works Automatic Crash Response Emergency Services Crisis Assist Stolen Vehicle Assistance Vehicle Diagnostics...

Page 518: ...es and medical conditions Press Q for help with Locating a gas station with an attendant to pump gas Finding a hotel restaurant etc that meets accessibility needs Providing directions to the closest h...

Page 519: ...ary loss of GPS can cause loss of the ability to send a Turn by Turn Navigation route The Advisor may give a verbal route or may ask for a call back after the vehicle is driven into an open area Cellu...

Page 520: ...d at www onstar com Privacy sensitive users of wireless communications are cautioned that the privacy of any information sent via wireless cellular communications cannot be assured Third parties may u...

Page 521: ...the Airbags 3 22 Airbags Adding Equipment to the Vehicle 3 35 Light On Off 5 18 On Off Light 5 18 On Off Switch 3 28 Passenger Status Indicator 5 19 Readiness Light 5 17 Servicing Airbag Equipped Vehi...

Page 522: ...n Bulbs 10 34 Headlamp Aiming 10 34 Headlamps 10 34 Headlamps Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 10 35 License Plate Lamps 10 37 Pick up Box Identification and Fender Marker Lamps 10 35 Ta...

Page 523: ...onvex Mirrors 2 13 Coolant Engine 10 17 Engine Temperature Gauge 5 15 Cooling System 10 16 Engine Messages 5 39 Courtesy Transportation Program 13 13 Cruise Control 9 56 Light 5 28 Cupholders 4 1 Cust...

Page 524: ...and Circuit Breakers 10 39 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 10 43 Overload 10 38 Emergency OnStar 14 2 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 10 15 Check and Service Engine Soon Light 5 21 Compartment Overview 10 5 Co...

Page 525: ...and Ventilated 3 8 Fuel 9 65 Additives 9 67 E85 85 Ethanol 9 68 Economy Driving 1 33 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 9 70 Filling the Tank 9 68 Foreign Countries 9 66 Gasoline Specifications 9 66 Ga...

Page 526: ...s 2 16 Heater Engine Coolant 9 28 Heating and Air Conditioning 8 1 8 4 High Beam On Light 5 28 High Speed Operation 10 56 Highway Hypnosis 9 11 Hill and Mountain Roads 9 11 Hill Start Assist HSA 9 52...

Page 527: ...l Drive 5 25 Front Fog Lamp 5 28 High Beam On 5 28 High Low Beam Changer 6 2 Low Fuel Warning 5 27 Safety Belt Reminders 5 16 Security 5 27 StabiliTrak OFF 5 25 Tire Pressure 5 26 Tow Haul Mode 5 25 T...

Page 528: ...System Tire Pressure 10 57 N Navigation OnStar 14 2 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 13 20 New Vehicle Break In 9 23 Noise Control System 10 31 O Object Detection System Messages 5 41 Odometer 5 12...

Page 529: ...is Cab 9 104 Power Door Locks 2 7 Mirrors 2 14 Outlets 5 9 Protection Battery 6 9 Retained Accessory RAP 9 27 Seat Adjustment 3 4 Steering Fluid 10 23 Windows 2 18 Pregnancy Using Safety Belts 3 18 Pr...

Page 530: ...tems Messages 5 42 Roads Driving Wet 9 10 Roadside Assistance Program 13 7 13 11 Roof Sunroof 2 20 2 21 Rotation Tires 10 61 Routing Engine Drive Belt 12 6 Running the Vehicle While Parked 9 32 S Safe...

Page 531: ...2 StabiliTrak OFF Light 5 25 System 9 53 Start Assist Hills 9 52 Start Vehicle Remote 2 4 Starter Switch Check 10 32 Starting the Engine 9 25 Starting the Vehicle Messsages 5 43 Steering 9 4 Fluid Pow...

Page 532: ...n 9 71 Recreational Vehicle 10 87 Trailer 9 73 Trailer Sway Control TSC 9 100 Vehicle 10 87 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light 5 26 Trailer Sway Control TSC 9 100 Tow Mirrors 2 13 Towing 9...

Page 533: ...ng Lights Gauges and Indicators 5 10 Warnings iv Cautions and Danger iv Hazard Flashers 6 5 Washer Fluid 10 23 Messages 5 46 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 10 68 Different Size 10 66 Replacement 10...

Page 534: ...Black plate 14 1 GMC Sierra Owner Manual 2013 crc 8 14 12 i 14 INDEX 2 NOTES I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

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